Grand Opening of Flamma Steakhouse To Benefit Junior Achievement 9/9/09

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If you Haven’t Already Confirmed, Here is Your Last Chance!
You’re Invited and It’s FREE to Attend!
Grand Opening of Flamma Steakhouse
~ To Benefit Junior Achievement~
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
We are delighted to confirm that the Aventura Marketing Council has selected Junior Achievement as the beneficiary for the grand opening of Flamma Brazilian Steakhouse located in the Intracoastal Mall. Here are the details:

EVENT…..Grand Opening Celebration
FREE Hors’ Dourves. Cash Bar.
DATE…….Wednesday, September 9, 2009
TIME………6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
PLACE…..Flamma Brazilian Steakhouse, 3913 NE 163rd Street, North Miami Beach
DONATION…..Gustavo Flamma, restaurant owner, will present JA with a $1,000 check during a brief ceremony that evening.

All Junior Achievement friends are invited! If you would like to attend, please RSVP to Scott Galvin at sgalvin@jamiami.org.

About the Aventura Marketing Council
Recognized as one of the most successful and progressive organizations in South Florida, the Aventura Marketing Council has garnered accolades and awards for our outstanding business networking events, and community outreach to area schools and charities. Our Education Committee is the proud winner of four consecutive “Dade Partner of Excellence” annual awards.

Monthly Breakfast Meetings held at Aventura’s own five-star, world-class resort, The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club, draw over 250 members and evening networking events at different members’ properties attract over 100 members. The Chairman’s Roundtable, consisting of the higher levels of membership, attract the decision-makers from each company who enjoy monthly luncheons with top-calibre speakers and high-level networking. Committees such as Aventura Young Professionals to Small Business, Technology, Education, and Business Development afford members topical business information as well as leadership development opportunities and additional corporate exposure.

Click here to visit them on the web!

And Don’t Forget to Volunteer for Junior Achievement!
The new School Year has begun and JA already needs volunteers. Help bring lessons of financial literacy to our students.

If you would like to help at an Elementary, Middle, or High School, please email Scott Galvin at sgalvin@jamiami.org.

David Castillo Gallery presents Leyden Rodriguez-Casanova and Amir H. Fallah Opening 9/12/09

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David Castillo Gallery: Leyden Rodriguez-Casanova,
You might sleep, but you will never dream
David Castillo Annex: Amir H. Fallah,
Flowers and Terrorists
Leyden Rodriguez- Casanova
You might sleep, but you will never dream
David Castillo Gallery
2234 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami
September 12- October 3, 2009
Reception September 12, 7-10 pm

Amir H. Fallah
Flowers and Terrorists
David Castillo Annex
2234 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami
September 12- October 3, 2009
Reception September 12, 7-10 pm

David Castillo Gallery is pleased to present You might sleep, but you will never dream, Leyden Rodriguez-Casanova’s second solo exhibition at the gallery.

The artist uses a vocabulary of domestic objects and suburban architectural elements as a visual language, addressing our social, cultural and emotional existence. He uses material appropriations first introduced in post-minimal and conceptual art. Rodriguez-Casanova is presenting a series of objects that use a room as the point of departure for his concepts. All the objects are elements of a room which have been detached from their original context.

As the title of Damien Hirst’s work suggests, The Physical Impossibility of Death in the Mind of Someone Living, Rodriguez-Casanova is interested in understanding the loss of someone, including one’s self (and the “impossibility” of such). In the work An Open Door, 2008 commissioned for the Dennis and Debra Scholl Collection, the artist built an entirely new wall with a blackout doorway created by a black sheet of plexi. The opening becomes a metaphor for what lies beyond our existence. This same element exits in A Folded Bed, 2009 in which a portable folding bed is intersected by a large sheet of the same black plexi. The black plane once more is a metaphor for a void. In A Bedroom Floor, 2009 the artist has recreated the exact tile grid of his adolescent bedroom floor. A nod to Carl Andre, the work uses its own detachment and “negative space” properties to focus on the floor and its plight in its original context.

Leyden Rodriguez-Casanova lives and works in Miami, and has exhibited nationally and internationally. His work has been featured in publications such as Art in America, ARTnews, and Sculpture Magazine. The artist has recently exhibited at Socrates Sculpture Park and the Sculpture Center in New York, among many other venues.

In the project room, the gallery is proud to present Amir H. Fallah’s Flowers and Terrorists.

The stark juxtaposition of flowery still lifes and political statements confront the severe spectrum the world lives in. Fallah uses familiar colors and collage elements to blur the line between beauty and violence. Fallah’s still lifes “his mother wishes he would paint” are sullied through his chaotic use of explosive color, while the terror-themed paintings are calmed by the easier transitions of subtle colors.

In the David Castillo Annex, Amir H. Fallah constructs a single tower of objects from found materials in Miami. In this installation as in his paintings, the artist combines the subjects of still lifes and political statements, re-enforcing the dialogue between them. The site-specific installation is a commentary on how beauty and terror are ultimately conjoined in life.

The Los Angeles-based artist has exhibited nationally and internationally. He is also the publisher of the contemporary arts magazine Beautiful/Decay. Fallah received his B.F.A. from The Maryland Institute College of Art and his M.F.A from UCLA in 2005. He was included in the 2009 Sharjah Biennial.

About David Castillo Gallery
Gallery Hours
Tuesday – Saturday, 10 am – 5pm and by appointment
info@davidcastillogallery.com
+1 305 573 8110 Telephone
http://www.davidcastillogallery.com
2234 NW 2nd Avenue
Miami, Florida 33127
United States

Arno Cost & Norman Doray at Sundance 9/6/09

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As if having Monday off, wasn’t enough of an excuse to cut loose at Sundance… this Sunday, September 6th, French future-star dj/producer duo Arno Cost & Norman Doray drop into Sundance. Since breaking thru in 2006 with “Magenta”, their productions have been getting tons of attention & play by some of the biggest names in the industry, including Pete Tong, Bob Sinclar, Tom Novy, Eric Prydz, Axwell, Steve Angello, Sebastian Ingrosso & then some. Besides their original productions, the boys have collaborated with brilliant studio minds like John Dahlback, as well as remixing David Guetta, Laidback Luke & more. Their sound is a modern fusion of tech-disco-funk… a hint of Daft Punk also taking inspiration from Italo-Disco. Get your Tickets here.

For Event info & to RSVP call or text 305.322.0583.
Set: 320 Lincoln Rd. Miami Beach, Fl. 33139

Second Annual Labor Day Industry Beach Party at Nikki Beach 9/7/09

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The Second Annual Labor Day Industry Beach Party at Nikki Beach
This Labor Day, Nikki Beach, SMAC, Major DJs, and Guerra Marketing are proud to host the second annual Industry Beach Party on the sands of South Florida’s only true outdoor beachside venue. For the second year in a row, some of South Florida’s most recognized names in nightlife entertainment come together once again to provide an excellent way to wind down the steamy summer and launch into “the season” with a vengeance.
With music from noon until 5 AM by Shawn Rudnick, Nikolas, J-Rod, Jason Vernau, Laz Quintero, Mike Arfi, Kevin Graham, and Omar Diaz, this will be an event for the record books.
Please contact Nikki Beach at 305-538-1111 for table reservations.\

Dine Magazine Invites You to Lola’s on Harrison 9/10/09

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Join us for an evening of wine and networking at Lola’s on Harrison
DATE: Thurs, September 10
TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Lola’s on Harrison, 2032 Harrison St in Hollywood
COST: $10 (includes 1 glass of Bliss or Brutocao wine and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres)
Buy your tickets today as space is limited.
Dine Magazine would like to invite you to a Happy Hour celebration at Lola’s on Harrison in Hollywood. Lola’s on Harrison is an elegant, yet cozy dining destination in Hollywood featuring Michael Wagner’s contemporary American cuisine. Lola’s has become famous for their Purple Potato Skins with Sundried Tomato Creme Fraiche, Coca Cola BBQ Beef Ribs and Ricotta Gnocchi with Wild Mushroom Creme Sauce. Comfort food never tasted so good! For this wine and networking event, you will taste some of Chef Mike’s culinary creations while sipping on some fabulous Bliss and Brutocao wines.
MENU
Feta & Herb Eggplant Rolls
Blue Crab & Gruyere Nachos with Charred Tomato Salsa
Pineapple & Mustard Glazed Pork Spare Ribs
New York Sirloin Kebabs with Pear Tomatoes & Housemade20Steak Sauce
Carolina Turkey & Chipotle Corn Soup
Everyone who attends will be entered into a raffle to win a $50 gift certificate to the restaurant and two tickets to the upcoming premier of the American Regional Cooking Series with Chef Mike (Value $160).
Lola’s will also be offering a special $35 pre-fixe dinner for the evening for those who would like to stay.

Miami International Wine Fair to Benefit Educate Tomorrow and save $10 9/26-27/09

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Miami International Wine Fair to Benefit Educate Tomorrow: Buy tickets today and save $10
Perhaps you’ve seen the banners throughout Miami?
We are very pleased to be the charity of choice for this year’s: Miami International Wine Fair
www.miamiwinefair.com

Help support Educate Tomorrow & buy your discounted tickets!

Click Here to Buy Your Tickets Online!
Call 305.374.3751
About: Educate Tomorrow, Corp. is an international, nonprofit, certified 501(c)(3) organization. All over the world, poverty denies children, as well as adults, the promises of a better tomorrow. Forgotten by society and social welfare programs, children born into poverty are trapped in a cruel and often violent cycle that frequently continues for generations. Lacking the inspiration, confidence, knowledge, and means to change, entire families are lost to the cycle of hopelessness.

Educate Tomorrow believes that the best way to end the cycle of poverty is through education. Our mission is to make education an attainable goal for the most disadvantaged in our world, so that all may be afforded the possibilities that can be achieved through learning. We strive to reach out to these individuals and provide them inspiration, guidance, and support and lead them on the path of life-long learning.

Educate Tomorrow’s primary mission in the US is to provide one-on-one educational mentors to foster care children that are turning 18 and “aging out” of the system. Since its founding in 2003, Educate Tomorrow has successfully implemented its mentoring programs, education programs and life skills camps across the nation. Additionally, it has reached internationally by continuing to support the work of it’s founders who established one of the first local language primary schools, adult literacy programs and boarding schools in the remote and impoverished village of Kabey Fo in Niger, West Africa.
Save $25
Wine Enthusiast Package Deal: A combined purchase of 1 ticket to the Miami International Wine Fair (held on 9/27/09) and 1 ticket to the Educate Tomorrow Annual Gala saves you $25. Package can be purchased on the Educate Tomorrow website.
Educate Tomorrow | 1717 North Bayshore Drive | Suite 203 | Miami | FL | 33132

Open Mic Wednesdays at Hurricane Grill & Wings 9/9/09

“Open Mic Wednesdays at Hurricane Grill & Wings”
Musicians,Bands, Songwriters, Comedians, Poets, and All Entertainers Welcome.
Come join us, bring your talent & favorite Instrument, we provide the mics, PA, drum kit, amps & keyboard.
Prizes & Giveaways from Sam Ash Music, Smokey’s Novelties & MTA
$1.50 Draft Specials
$ 2.00 Shots
Frozen Drinks
Location: Hurricane Grill & Wings
14211 SW 42 Street ( Bird Road)
Miami, Fl, 33175
305 226 2568
www.hurricanewings.com
Wednesdays
9pm till Midnight
All ages’ welcome
Presented by Coconut Grove Live and Music Talent Associates
http://musictalentassociates.com
http://coconutgrovelive.blogspot.com/

Love Peace Fashion benefiting the Twin Towers Orphan Fund 9/11/09

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Love. Peace. Fashion
Friday, September 11th 2009
7 pm to 11 pm
tickets $40
Backstage Miami Boutique Style Studio
17800 West Dixie Hwy
North Miami Beach, FL 33160
Tickets can be purchased at www.backstagemiami.bigcartel.com
click on Tickets link on right side of the screen
Each guest receives a seat to Love. Peace. Fashion private trunk show and viewing of fall lines by local designers, complimentary cocktails sponsored by Nuvo, appetizers from Tunas Raw Bar & Grille, a Love. Peace. Fashion gift bag, live musical performances and much more! For more details or any questions please email backstagemiamievents@gmail.com or call 305-937-4215.
Backstage Miami Boutique Style Studio
17800 West Dixie Hwy
North Miami Beach, FL 33160
305-937-4215
www.backstagemiami.bigcartel.com

USGBC Miami-Dade & Keys Branch 2009 Annual Meeting and celebration 9/12/09

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The USGBC South Florida Chapter/ Miami-Dade & Keys Branch
Invites you to 2009 Annual Meeting and celebration
When: Saturday, September 12th @ 11:00am to 3:00pm
Where: Coverings Etc showroom in Miami
7610 NE 4th Court, Miami, FL 33138
Rsvp: USGBC members will be charged $5, non-members will be charged $20 admission. Cash and checks will be the only accepted methods of payment.
Parking is free on the north side of the building.
· Registration and welcome– 10:30-11:00 am
· Elections– 11:00-11:30 am
· Sponsors’ Presentations– 11:30 am – 12:00 pm
· Luncheon– 12:00 pm – 12:45 pm
· Sponsors’ Presentations– 12:45 pm – 1:15 pm
· Break– 1:15 pm – 1:45 pm
· Florida Solar Energy Center Lecture– 1:45 pm – 3:00 pm
This year our annual meeting will be held at the Coverings Etc showroom in Miami. During this meeting our annual elections will be held, a delicious organic luncheon will be served, an educational program on greening existing homes will presented by the Florida Solar Energy Center and short presentations of sponsoring
companies, products and projects will be featured. Additionally, we will have
activities for children, so members are encouraged to bring the entire family!

About the Florida Solar Energy Center
The mission of the Florida Solar Energy Center is to research and develop energy technologies that enhance Florida’s and the nation’s economy and environment and to educate the public, students and practitioners on the results of the
research. Kevin Shleith, a Project Specialist at Florida Solar Energy Center, will be presenting a lecture on how to weatherize and make existing homes more energy efficient. He will be showing examples and results from the Center’s activities this summer on home weatherization in Florida.

Branch members will elect Executive Committee officers and appoint a representative to the USGBC South Florida Chapter Board of Directors.

Sponsorship
This special tour is a wonderful opportunity to publicize your business. To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Stephen Chang – schang@mossemail.com – or Camila Querasian -camila.querasian@perkinswill.com – or click here (PDF) and here (PDF) for more information.

Ekatarina More Event at CityLoftArt 10/10/09

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Saturday Oct.10th, 2009 7-9pm
Ekatarina More, a very renowned Russian artist living in Duesseldorf, Germany.
The theme is “THE GOLDEN TWENITIES” and we will have some beautiful cars from the art deco period, live piano music in the mood and more.
Ekatarina will attend the event personally, presenting her coordinated porcelaine collection by ROSENTHAL Germany and sign her new book for our visitors.
http://www.cityloftart.com/180-ekaterina-more/art/ekaterinamore.html

Icons of our times
– feminine figures as a metaphor for human dignity

Ekaterina Moré’s paintings are not illustrations or portraits in the conventional sense but much rather symbolic images which evolved from deep emotions. With her impressive depictions, the artist shows her great respect for the feminine force. It was not by chance that deities in the dim and distant past were feminine. And in our times as well, the woman embodies many characteristics which the artist harmonizes in her works in an ideal manner. The dawning century will be feminine – or it will not come to be. The isolated male side, the cold striving for power and the brutal force often connected with the patriarchy have reached their limits. A new age begins.
Positive accents in this direction are set by the artist’s figure of the woman – erotic, sensitive, yet powerful and self-assured.

In 1976, Ekaterina Moré was born in then Leningrad which, in the early 1990s, was given back its original name of Saint Petersburg. Today, the artist is living in Germany’s Rhineland. Early on, her parents specially fostered her artistic talent since her family had always held the fine arts in high esteem. Her great-grandfather had already studied at the Baron Stieglitz Academy for Design which was closed during the Russian Revolution. Her grandfather attended the Art Academy in St. Petersburg. Her father worked as a sculptor to counterbalance his military career as an officer; and together with her mother who was an independent artist, he designed stage settings for the local theater.

Such early contacts with the fine arts aroused Ekaterina Moré’s interest in painting and drawing in a very particular way. Already at a youthful age, she showed professional promises. And so, in her early works she developed an impressive synthesis between traditional Russian painting and avant-garde art. Although she never received any academic fine arts education, she soon found her very individual expression as a painter and successfully became accepted as an artist in the West.

Among Russian artists, she was no exception with her great interest in western art. In former times, looking to the West used to be characteristic for Russian avant-garde artists and has also been amply documented in the abundant art collections – especially in Ekaterina Moré’s hometown of Saint Petersburg. She had become familiar with western European painting during her numerous visits to the Hermitage. Her first artistic examples were Postimpressionist painters such as Gauguin, Cézanne and van Gogh. Later also Tamara de Lempicka, the famous Polish painter who had lived in Paris for many years; from there she had gone to the U.S.A. and still later moved to Mexico. Tamara de Lempicka and Ekaterina Moré have a few things in common. To be mentioned in this respect is the artistic development of the two women as it evolved in showing more and more one central figure – self-assured, yet erotically feminine. Also to be mentioned as a common ground: Until the October Revolution, Tamara de Lempicka had spent some happy years in Saint Petersburg, Ekaterina Moré’s native town.

Due to her parents’ professions, Ekaterina also came to know the vastness of the Russian landscape and the differences of its regions. She grew up at the Russian-American outer border – on the Kamchatka peninsula and the Sea of Japan. Her visual experiences there broadened her artistic horizon in a very special way. In her memoirs about that time, Ekaterina Moré provides a very impressive description of the Kamchatka peninsula. The world of the resident Chuktchi people and the Koryaks with their colorful costumes, shamanistic traditions and their special ritual dances has left lasting impressions.
This deserted region in the extreme north-eastern part of Russia certainly is the complete opposite of the world of salons and tête à têtes which Ekaterina Moré paints today. But perhaps her sensitivity to special light and color effects stems from the experience with colors in that region: It remains dark all winter, and in the extremely short summer time, the bursting force of colors has a very intensive effect on the senses.
Just as this intensive Nordic light sharpened Ekaterina’s perceptions, the desolation and the vastness of this sub-arctic region possibly made her deal intensively with her inner images. She discovered art as the universal language of humanity which connects the different cultures and gives people the opportunity to meet their inner child.

In the far east of Russia, she had thus developed good basic prerequisites so that, in Germany, she could further continue her artistic ways.
After her move to Germany, she began to paint large-format pictures which soon attracted the interest of collectors and gallery owners. Already in 2001, the artist had her first successful exhibitions. Soon thereafter, her paintings were on display not only in Düsseldorf and in other German cities, but also in Moscow, Oslo and in Paris. Product designers saw the potential and the impressive power of her figures; and they transferred Ekaterina’s themes to high-quality luxury products – for example, company Rosenthal used them on its valuable porcelain tableware. Interior designers also took note of the artist’s attractive and exciting themes. They used them to good effect at very special places. Where would such salon scenes be more fitting than in actual salons, such as the bar of the Maritim Hotel in Berlin?

Ekaterina Moré’s feminine figures have an inner beauty – this is what makes them soulful and alive. They radiate self-assurance and integrity – characteristics pleasantly touching the viewer.
The attributes of the persons bring the type of depiction close to pictures of saints. As with Russian icons, a sort of symbolic picture is created which is here embedded not in a religious but rather in a worldly and mundane context.
It is particularly important for Ekaterina Moré to make a personality’s complexity come together in an organic unity. This unity consists of the interplay of apparently contradictory impressions. It not only concerns cold rationality and warmhearted emotions. In her depiction of the complexity of human life, Ekaterina Moré goes far beyond this and exposes nuances deep down. Ekaterina’s female figures give the impression of being proud and self-assured, yet at the same time compassionate and motherly. They appear open and unapproachable at the same time; sisterly intimate, yet oddly strange and unrelated. The artist develops from all these facets the ideal image of the woman which we can meet on the same level as masterly icons which are also ideal images uniting antagonistic personality traits – seemingly good ones as well as allegedly bad ones.

The technique of painting such pictures cannot be classically realistic. The artist much rather forms an artificial world entirely different from the real world –- a theatrum mundi in a pure form for the viewer’s enjoyment. She keeps her figures in a kind of limbo between elegant exterior appearance and introverted nature. This tension between the inner and outer world in her paintings provides a very distinctive atmosphere and nimbus. The scenes’ vague and indeterminate complexity additionally provides a particularly suspenseful feeling. Especially the artist’s double portraits are masterly in this respect.
The protagonists are here on the same level: Similar elegance and personal aura – and their particular nuances being expressed with utmost sensitivity. It shows the artist’s broad range of the palette to expose even the smallest nuances of a personality. A slight, almost invisible intimate touch underlines the closeness between the two protagonists. The viewer’s fantasy thus gets going by an irresistible force. Who would not yearn for such unfathomable intimacy and closeness?

Because Ekaterina Moré pays her respect to the female figures in her works with an inherently harmonizing complexity, they are provided with an exceptional personal strength which at times causes a feeling of unease in the viewer. They seem far removed from everyday life and on the world just for themselves. They are thus literally autonomous and combine knowledge and dignity. The costume, the jewelry and even the surroundings of the pertinent central figure – these attributes of femininity – absorb the aura of the central figures and provide the color supplement to the shapely feminine bodies which are the center of the artistic composition.
Not unlike Renaissance paintings, Ekaterina Moré is not only concerned with the effect of the colors’ luminescence but also with the materiality which she brings to great effect with a brilliance of colors. With her excellent skills of the craft, the artist presents us the meeting of minds with her artistic examples which at first seems rather remote due to the risqué nature of her compositions. Are her depictions the pictures of saints of our times – very modern, mundane successors of classical iconic figures?
Similar to the Renaissance paintings which are also charged with subtle eroticism, Ekaterina Moré’s works certainly also allow such assumptions.
Art Historian Dr. Helmut Orpel

“I want to depict fascinating women and in so doing provide substance to a yearning for beauty and harmony. My works want to open a way to the viewer’s inner self so that people will treat themselves with love and warmth.”
Ekaterina Moré

On Top of the World with AYUDA Christmas in September Toy Drive at Red the Steakhouse 9/13/09

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Join us on Sunday, September 13, 2009 for a fun-filled evening with celebrities, music, networking, fashion show, BUFFET & Wines from around the World, and our “Christmas in September Toy Drive”
All for a good cause! All for our children!
All proceeds from our fundraising event directly benefit the children and families supported by AYUDA (a non-profit 501©3 organization in Miami).
We’ll keep you posted with additional information about this event.
We hope to count with your support.
Thank you for your kind attention.
AYUDA, Inc.
(Adults and Young children with Unmet needs Deserve Attention)
13899 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 123
North Miami Beach, Fl 33181
Website: www.ayudamiami.org

Historical Museum of Southern 17th Annual Miami International Map Fair 1/30-31/10

17th Annual Miami International Map Fair
Saturday & Sunday, January 30-31, 2010
Historical Museum Of Southern Florida
101 West Flagler Street Downtown Miami
Come to the #1 Map Fair in the world and enjoy a weekend of browsing and buying antique maps of every size, color and price. Meet map dealers, collectors and aficionados from the four corners of the
world and participate in lectures. The fair also allows fairgoers the opportunity to receive an expert opinion from a professional map dealer, for a map from their personal collection. For more information contact the Map Fair Manager at 305.375.1492 or email m.kanner@hmsf.org.

Historical Museum of Southern South Florida History Challenge 1/10/10

South Florida History Challenge
Sunday, January 10, 2010 2 Pm
Historical Museum Of Southern Florida
101 West Flagler Street Downtown Miami
Hmsf Members Free Non-Members $5
Start the New Year right by coming to the museum to show how much you know about South Florida’s rich history during the sixth annual History Challenge, hosted by Resident Historian Dr. Paul George. Join in the fun as a contestant, enjoy the entertainment as a spectator or meet past winners. Great door prizes for contestants and audience. For contestant applications and information on this two-hour game, call Education at 305.375.1621.

Historical Museum of Southern 3rd Annual Legal Legends Awards Dinner 11/6/09

3rd Annual Legal Legends Awards Dinner
Friday, November 6 7PM
Mayfair Hotel & Spa
3000 Florida Avenue
Coconut Grove
Legal Legends, an annual awards dinner hosted by the 11th Judicial Circuit Historical Society (11JCHS) in association with the Historical Museum of Southern Florida, recognizes those South Florida lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals who for 25 years or more have provided outstanding contributions to the legal system. For more information visit www.hmsf.orf/legallegends.
2009 Legal Legends
Walter H. Beckham, Jr.
Talbot “Sandy” D’Alemberte
Elizabeth J. Du Fresne
Hon. Richard E. Gerstein
Hon. Jesse J. McCrary, Jr.
Hon. Peter R. Palermo
Neal R. Sonnett
Scott J Silverman Award
Chief Judge Joseph P. Farina

Historical Museum of Southern The Legend of Black Caeser; South Florida Pirate Stories 9/13/09

The Legend of Black Caeser; South Florida Pirate Stories
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 2 PM
HISTORICAL MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN FLORIDA
101 WEST FLAGLER STREET DOWNTOWN MIAMI
HMSF MEMBERS FREE NON-MEMBERS $5
Spend a cool afternoon indoors with Dr. Paul George as he presents this fascinating program about South Florida pirates. Was Black Caesar really over 100 years old? Join us and find out. For more information contact Education at 305.375.1621.

Historical Museum of Southern The Edgy Veggie 11/3/09

THE EDGY VEGGIE
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3 12-1PM
HMSF Members FREE Non-Members $5
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
101 West Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33130
A fourth-generation Floridian and Miamian, Ellen Kanner is the author of the wildly popular nationally syndicated Miami Herald column, the Edgy Veggie. Join Ellen as she speaks about her journey into the vegan lifestyle and shares her delicious dishes with you. South Florida’s health-conscious lifestyle, local farming and eating, as well as sources for healthy food alternatives are all on the menu. This lively and interactive presentation will feed your mind and tickle your taste buds, too. Visit Ellen’s blog, Edgyveggie11.blogspot.com.

Historical Museum of Southern Brown Bag With A Beat 10/6/09

BROWN BAG WITH A BEAT
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 12-1PM
HMSF Members FREE Non-Members $5
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
101 West Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33130
To celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, enjoy a lively side order of Afro-Peruvian performance traditions as the museum’s Folklife Community Researcher Michael Knoll serves us the flavor of local ensemble Perú Expresión. Learn about the little-known music and dance styles as you try your hand at playing the cajón and at dancing a basic step.

Historical Museum of Southern Florida Lincoln Town Hall & Reception 11/1/09

Historical Museum of Southern Florida Lincoln Town Hall & Reception
Sunday, November 1
Town Hall 4 Pm
Knight Concert Hall At The Adrienne Arsht Performing Arts Center Of Miami-Dade County
1300 Biscayne Boulevard Downtown Miami
Tickets Available September 7
Hear a Socratic dialogue, working from a “case study” reflecting on the lessons of Lincoln’s life and words for Greater Miami. Channel 4 anchorman Antonio Mora will be the interlocutor. Panelists include: Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Alvarez, MDCPS Superintendent Alberto Carvalho, author and former FIU professor Dr. Marvin Dunn, John S. and James L. Knight Foundation President Alberto Ibargüen, Florida Immigrant and Advocacy Center Executive Director Cheryl Little, Sant La Haitian Neighborhood Center Executive Director Gepsie Metellus, Dade Community Foundation retired President Ruth Shack, 19th century American history professors Dr. Darden Pyron from Florida International University and Dr. Donald Spivey from the University of Miami.

Dr. Henry Louis Gates Jr., who directs the W.E.B. Du Bois Institute for African and African-American Studies at Harvard University, will discuss his most recent book, Lincoln on Race and Slavery.

Enjoy the music of Lincoln’s time in performances by the 57-member wind ensemble from the New World School of the Arts and the 60-member Ambassador Chorale of Florida Memorial University. Lincoln memorabilia and ephemera from the Norman Braman collection will be on display in the foyer of the Knight Concert Hall.

RECEPTION 6:30 PM
FREEDOM TOWER
600 BISCAYNE BLVD DOWNTOWN MIAMI
Enjoy the music of the Lincoln-era as well as refreshments at a special reception for Lincoln Town Hall Attendees.

Historical Museum of Southern Florida Chautauqua-Style Conversation: Abraham Lincoln Speaks With Frederick Douglass 10/22/09

CHAUTAUQUA-STYLE CONVERSATION: ABRAHAM LINCOLN SPEAKS WITH FREDERICK DOUGLASS
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 7 PM
CORAL GABLES CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
3010 DE SOTO BLVD CORAL GABLES
In costume, scholar-actors taking the roles of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass will each speak – then discuss with one another –matters involving race, slavery and other issues of 19th century America, including the relationship of these two historic figures.

Historical Museum of Southern Florida Kickoff Stone Crab Season 10/22/09

KICKOFF STONE CRAB SEASON
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 6:30 PM

TROPEE MEMBERS $20 NON-MEMBERS $30

JOE’S STONE CRAB
11 WASHINGTON AVE MIAMI BEACH
Kickoff stone crab season at Joe’s Stone Crab. This classic Miami Beach spot is justifiably renowned for its stone-crab claws as well as its famous clientele. Network with other young professionals and hear the fascinating story of “Who’sWho” at Joe’s. Enjoy stone crabs, hors d’oeuvres and wine.

For more information contact Tropee Member Services at 305.375.1657.

Historical Museum of Southern Florida Florida Marlins Game 9/26/09

Florida Marlins Game
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 5 PM TAILGATING PARTY
7PM GAME

Tropee Members $30 Non-Members $40

LAND SHARK STADIUM
2269 DAN MARINO BLVD MIAMI GARDENS

Join the Young Professionals as the Florida Marlins take on the New York Mets. Come enjoy baseball and a pre-game tailgating BBQ party. To RSVP and for more information call 305.375.1657.

Coffee House Gypsies, Live On South Beach At Heathrow 9/16,30/09

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COFFEE HOUSE GYPSIES, LIVE ON SOUTH BEACH AT HEATHROW!

Miami’s own Coffee House Gypsies rock band is back after touring New York City, and they can be seen performing live at HEATHROW on South Beach on Wednesday September 16th and 30th at 10:00 PM. HEATHROW is located at 681 Washington Avenue. Mention “The Coffee House Gypsies” at the door and you get in for just $5 (21 and older). Drink specials include two-for-one drink specials till midnight. FREE Coffee House Gypsies CDs for the first ten ladies to arrive. The Coffee House Gypsies were the winners of nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards last December and their album “The Artist” was called “as magical as the name implies” by Muse’s Muse Music Review. Check the band out online at myspace.com/CoffeeHouseGypsies – also on TheCHG@Twitter. The show starts at 10:00 PM Wednesday the 16th and 30th as part of Sophie Moon’s FREE YOUR SOUL Music Showcase.

Coffee House Gypsies, Live On South Beach At Jazid 9/7,21/09

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COFFEE HOUSE GYPSIES, LIVE ON SOUTH BEACH AT JAZID!

Back from touring and performing in New York City, Miami’s own Coffee HOuse Gypsies can be seen performing live at JAZID on South Beach on Monday September 7th and 21st at 10:00 PM. JAZID is located at 1342 Washington Avenue. Mention “The Coffee House Gypsies” at the door and you get in for just $5 (21 and older). Drink specials include $4 for Kamikazes & Lemon drops or $5 for Tequila shots & Coronas. Free chicken wings till midnight and FREE T-SHIRTS for the first 25 ladies to arrive. The Coffee House Gypsies were the winners of nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards last December and their album “The Artist” was called “as magical as the name implies” by Muse’s Muse Music Review. Check the band out online at myspace.com/CoffeeHouseGypsies – also on TheCHG@Twitter. The show starts at 10:00 PM Monday the 7th and 21st as part of Sophie Moon’s OPEN MINDS Music Showcase.

Coffee House Gypsies, Live Every Thursday Night at Uva 9/10/09

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COFFEE HOUSE GYPSIES, LIVE EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT AT UVA!
Miami’s own Coffee House Gypsies rock band is back from touring and performing in New York City and they can be seen every Thursday night in September, performing live at UVA in Coral Gables. Uva is located at 2626 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Mention “The Coffee House Gypsies” at the door and you get in for just $5 (21 and older) or $7 (for 18 through 20). All mixed drinks are just $5 and domestic beers are just $4. FREE Coffee House Gypsies posters for the first ten ladies to arrive. The Coffee House Gypsies were the winners of nine Status QuO South Florida Live Music Awards last December and their album “The Artist” was called “as magical as the name implies” by Muse’s Muse Music Review. Check the band out online at myspace.com/CoffeeHouseGypsies – also on TheCHG@Twitter. The show starts at 10:00 PM every Thursday night at UVA as part of Sophie Moon’s VIBE Music Show.

Fashionably Conscious Leading Fashion Fundraiser in Miami with Designer Donations from Socialite Closets 9/18-19/09

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Take a walk in the shoes of Miami’s highest profile socialites, literally. Fashionably conscious has collected top designer items from the most coveted closets in town for their third annual fundraiser. Attend the sale and you can walk off in Alicia Cervera’s Yves Saint Laurent Sandals or snag Raysa Fanjul’s fabulous Angel Sanchez Gown. Items at the sale are priced from $1 to $500. 100 percent of the fundraiser’s proceeds go directly to Coconut Grove Cares’ The Barnyard Community Center, ensuring kids in one of Miami’s toughest neighborhoods are kept off the streets. With items priced so affordably and proceeds benefiting such a great cause, it’s the perfect excuse to indulge in designer items!

FASHIONABLY CONSCIOUS: Miami’s Leading Fashion Fundraiser with Designer Donations from Socialite Closets

WHAT: The highly anticipated annual Fashionably Conscious fundraiser, featuring donated designer items from the coveted closets of Miami’s leading socialites and fashionistas, returns for its third year. This year’s host committee, including Darlene Perez, Raysa Fanjul, Sarah Arison, Lourdes Jofré-Collett, Natasha & Lena Lowell, Suzy Buckley, and more have already donated more signature pieces than the fundraiser has had in any year before – ranging from Catherine Malandrino, Carlos Miele, Dolce & Gabanna, David Meister and Prada dresses to Chanel shoes; Tod’s and Christian Dior bags; an Angel Sanchez ball gown; Roberto Cavalli and Gucci pants; and St. John, Fendi, Badgley Mischka, Carolina Hererra, Richard Tyler and YSL suits. All clothing and jewelry will be on sale to guests at discounted prices, ranging from $1 to $500. The weekend event will kick off with a VIP Preview Sale on Friday, featuring a happy hour sponsored by Peroni, at a $25 entrance fee. Saturday’s all-day sale has a reduced $10 entrance fee. All proceeds will go directly to fund Coconut Grove Cares’ The Barnyard Community Center, which offers free after-school and summer Programs for over 250 children, and provides a much-needed safe haven for the West Grove community.

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 18 from 4pm – 9pm – Preview VIP Sale and Cocktail Event
Saturday, Sept. 19 from 10am – 6pm

WHERE: Mary Brickell Village
901 S. Miami Ave. Ste. 147
Miami, FL 33130

WHO: Host Committee: Sarah Arison, Ynoluz Bacalao, Maria Eugenia Baco, Suzy Buckley, Alicia Cevera, Margarita Codina, Lourdes Jofre-Collett, Karla Dascal, Ana Cristina Defortuna, Desiree Dubon, Jolie Souto Dueñas, Raysa Fanjul, Laura Garcia, Natasha & Lena Lowell, Mariana Martinez Menocal, Diane Moss, Melissa Gronlier Moya, Daisy Oliveira, Darlene Perez, Amy Zakarin, and Judy Zeder.

Executive Committee: Ali Codina, Monica Defortuna, Silvia Larrieu, Annette Lopez, Annie Lord, Rebecca Mandelman, Marcia Martinez, Claudia Miyar, Maile Rodriguez and Liza Walton.

For more information on The Barnyard and its many charitable services, please visit www.coconutgrovecares.org or call (305) 446-6216.

BACKGROUND ON COCONUT GROVE CARES
Founded in 1948 by Elizabeth Virrick and Father Theodore Gibson to fight social injustice, Coconut Grove Cares (CGC) has a legacy of building a better community for the children and families in the West Grove neighborhood. CGC’s The Barnyard is a very unique place—a safe-haven for children and a trusted resource for adults and social service providers. Over 400 children and families benefit from the Barnyard’s After School and Summer Programs and their workshops and services for the adult community. All programs are free of charge and costs are kept to a minimum to ensure funds directly benefit families. I have personally spent time at The Barnyard, and it is inspiring to see how many children and families this place and programming helps.

Recently, The Barnyard has also become a meeting place for families displaced by the new construction and gradual gentrification of the West Grove. There has never been a greater need for the After-School and Summer Programs as students from as far as Carol City attend as a means to stay close to their neighborhood and extended family. As soon as The Barnyard doors open, the children come pouring in.

Way Out West Live featuring Nick Warren, Jodi Wisternoff with Jonathan Cowan at Shine 9/19/09

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Club SHINE opens Saturday night September 19th with WAY OUT WEST SOUNDSYSTEM featuring DJ’s Nick Warren and Jody Wisternoff. The two unique internationally acclaimed DJ’s have collaborated under the banner of Way Out West for special projects every few years. 2009 their “We Love Machine” project releases and the tour which launched in Europe this summer is now in the United States for a few dates. Both Nick Warren and Jody Wisternoff’s solo careers and tours continue to grow and span 20 countries. With albums, and labels under their belts, it’s great to see them with a new Way Out West Project.

Shine’s Jon Cowan, joins the group for an unstoppable evening. Cowan has just come back from a small European tour including Ibiza (Pacha) playing with Sander Kleinenberg.

This rare Miami performance of Nick, Jody and Jon is exciting and will prove to be a great night to remember.

Saturday September 19, 2009
Complimentary Cocktail Reception 10:00 – 12:00 RSVP required rsvp@shelborne.com
Florida Residents Free before midnight with Florida ID
Advance Tickets: Wantickets.com/shine
Table Reservations: Shine@shelborne.com
Info line: 305 341 1455
21 and over
Shine @ The Shelborne 1801 Collins Ave (18th street)

David Guetta Album Release Party at Aerobar 9/4/09

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DAVID GUETTA
Album Release Party
Friday, September 4th, 2009
at AEROBAR
Fridays at Aerobar are what South Beach is all about. DJ Louis Dee (Tantra Mondays, Mokai Thursdays) drops smooth house beats in the main room all night long supported by special opening and closing sets by DJ Paul Avila. House music not your thing? Check out the VIP room, where various guest DJs rock the room with your favorite Open Format hits. If you are looking for beautiful people, great music, and a friendly staff, look no further than Aerobar on Friday Nights.
TABLE RESERVATION INFO:
We have INSANE bottle specials for this event on a RSVP only, first-come, first-reserved basis. Click on the flyer above for more information or to RSVP. For table reservations, please call Sean Ford at 305.788.3673.
RSVP

Citizen Kane at Electric Pickle 9/4/09

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* Friday night: Special Edition.. Magic City Disco w/ Dj Citizen Kane (Adult Section/ NYC)

Dennis“Citizen”Kane has been a seminal and iconic figure in contemporary dance music culture since his emergence in the mid 90’s NYC downtown scene. A former disco and old school buyer for the infamous A1 records, Kane has been digging and collecting since his early teens in Philadelphia.
In 1999 Kane released Selects 001 (with Chairman Mao) a mix of rare Northern Soul, boogie, and disco treats. It gained significant critical praise from Journals like Urb, The Wire, and LA Weekly, and it was nominated to numerous top 10 lists, including The Village Voice’s. A follow up mix, The Greatest Part, released in 2001, went further into the realms of disco and garnered similar critical praise. In 06 Kane released Adult Section, a solo mix with numerous re-edits, that in its diversity reflects the dynamic range of his live sets. It was named one of the years 10 best by Filter magazine, and cited as an essential disco “must have” by Ocean Drive magazine.
Kane’s label Disques Sinthomme had its initial release in the spring of 2007. Featuring tracks by Kane and Lodge co-resident Darshan Jesrani, the 12” charted throughout Europe and Japan, and has appeared on several mix compilations. The labels second release featured original work by Silver and Professor Genius, as well as remixes from Kane and Nick Chacona. Silver’s track has been licensed for a forthcoming cosmic compilation helmed by Ibiza luminary Phil Mison. The record was a huge underground hit and a staple for the likes of Aeroplane, DJ Harvey and Prins Thomas. DS003 featured tracks by The Beat Broker and Lars Behrenroth with remixes from Kane and Smith & Mudd. The EP continued Disques Sinthomme’s expansion of the form of contemporary “new disco” incorporating balearic and orchestral aspects to strong rhythm tracks. Kane’s remix of Cactus Cooler was in heavy rotation especially in Europe, and was listed on several “best of” lists. In Sept. Disques Sinthomme will release an original work of Kane’s, with vocals from Liquid Liquids Sal Principato as well as a remix of Fist of Facts “First Strike”
Kane also runs the Ghost Town re-edit label. Its second release Strawberry/Love has become an indie radio favorite, featured on mix shows by (amongst others), Richard Sen and Alex Pewin. Its third release featuring arrangements by The Beat Broker is forthcoming. Kane also has tracks out on Moton (the infamous “Spanish Home”) and Homestyle labels.
Kane is co-resident at Cielo in NYC (with Metro Area’s Darshan Jesrani) their Adult Section party is in its second year. The two also throw the reknown Strobe Lodge loft parties. (www.strobelodge.com) Kane’s Deep End party ran for 81/2 years at APT in NYC and was seminal in the development of the disco revival, guests included Phil Mison, Force of Nature, DJ Harvey, Nicky Siano, Quiet Village and Danny Krivit.
Recently recovered from a near fatal bike accident, Kane resides in NYC, with his wife Karen and son Roan Mingus. When not touring, digging or working in the studio, he is either DJ’ing, painting, or making risotto. He dreams of the old New York daily.
Rsvp for MCD – tomas@aquabooty.com

Graziano’s & Ducati Event 9/22/09

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DUCATI, the motorcycle company, is coming out with a WINE, and will be having a wine tasting,
appetizers and DUCATI will bring in their latest motorcycles to display at the restaurant.
Tuesday, September 22, 6p-9p
Graziano’s Restaurant, 177 SW 7th St, Miami
$15 cover, includes tasting of Desmorosso Wine and appetizers from Graziano’s, plus 15% off dinner.
RSVP at events@grazianosgroup.com

GAPAL Time Color and Space Reception 9/3/09

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Place: 220 Alhambra Circle, Suite 260, Miami FL 33134
Reception Thursday 03 September 2009
Time 06:00 pm – 09:00pm
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Exhibition “Entre Calles” by Silvia Martinez “Kuti” Opening 9/10/09

Exhibition “Entre Calles” by Silvia Martinez “Kuti”

Opening reception: Thursday, September 10th, 2009. 7:00 p.m.
Location: CCE Miami. 800 Douglas Road, Ste 170. Coral Gables, FL 33134. Ph: 305.448.9677
Admission: Free
Also in September, CCE will present the photo exhibition Entre Calles by Spanish photographer Silvia Martínez “Kuti” as part of the “Espacio Abierto” initiative. Her work is eye catching in what it brings you closer to unknown and familiar realities, always characters and surroundings of rural and urban Cuba, beyond the typical images of Cuba and digging into an inaccessible reality for the observer. She evolves from paper as a printing material, towards canvas and aluminum. Her work has caught the attention of multiple private collections and art foundations both in Cuba and abroad. At present, she lives in Miami.
The Cultural Center of Spain (CCE Miami) is a non-profit organization dedicated to education, arts and culture that aims to promote and foster cultural cooperation, local creation and fostering dialogue of space and exchange by means of a yearly continuous programming.
Activities at the Cultural Center of Spain are sponsored by the Spanish Agency of International Cooperation to the Development (AECID), Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.
Schedule is subject to changes. All activities have limited seating. For more info visit the center’s webpage at www.ccemiami.org
Centro Cultural Español
800 Douglas Road. Suite 170
Coral Gables, FL 33134
Ph: 305.448.9677
Fax: 305.448.9676
www.ccemiami.org

Hispanic Art Expressions Exhibit Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony 10/2/09

Friday, October 2, 2009
Hispanic Art Expressions Exhibit Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony
Regions Bank
2800 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL
Exhibit & Opening Reception
7:30 – 11:00 p.m.
(Exhibit will be on display throughout the month of October
Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Free Admission

Sister Cities Celebrates the Universal Language of Art Opening 9/17/09

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Seventh Annual Miami-Dade Celebrates the Art of its Sister Cities
“Universal Language of Art”
September 17 through October 8, 2009
Miami Dade College’s Tower Theater
1508 SW 8th Street
Miami, Florida
September 17 – Opening Night Reception: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
September 25 – Cultural Friday: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
September 30 – Art Seminar: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
October 8 – Closing Reception
Drawing of donated art: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Miami-Dade County Sister Cities Program and Miami Dade College are sponsoring The Seventh Annual Miami-Dade Celebrates the Art of its Sister Cities Exhibit at Miami Dade College’s Tower Theatre from September 17th – October 8th. The theme for this year’s exhibit is “The Universal Language of Art.” The exhibit will consist of art work by artists from Sister Cities affiliated communities. The opening reception scheduled for September 17th will once again draw together community leaders and art enthusiasts. The exhibit will be open to the public and proceeds will be used to provide a scholarship to a Miami Dade College student who has demonstrated academic achievement and civic responsibility.
For additional information please call Vivian Romero at 305-375-5280
or Norma Amaro at 305-989-1068

12th Annual Exhibit Opening Arte Latinoamericano y del Caribe at Broward College 9/3/09

12th Annual Exhibit “Arte Latinoamericano y del Caribe” at Broward College – September 2009
Opening -September 3,
-7 PM (Hall #133), Presentation by Architect EB Christensen

-8 PM opening of the exhibition, Bldg #69

Exhibition ends on October 23, 2009
Regular hours: Monday-Friday, 10 AM to 2 PM
Admission and parking are free.
BROWARD COLLEGE SOUTH CAMPUS
7200 Hollywood/Pines Blvd.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
For more information call:
Museum of the Americas 305-99-8089

Junior Orange Bowl annual fundraising event at the Miami Rowing Club 10/2/09

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October 2, 2009
Annual Fundraising Auction at the Miami Rowing Club (3601 Rickenbacker, Key Biscayne, FL).
www.jrorangebowl.com
The Junior Orange Bowl is holding their largest annual fundraising event at the Miami Rowing Club. This year’s theme is ‘Beach, Blanket, Bingo’ and the items total over $20,000. Besides bidding and supporting this worthy cause, everyone is invited to sip on cocktails and enjoy the delicious food catered by Rellish. Ron Magill from the Miami Metrozoo will be auctioning items such as a 4-day cruise, a sterling silver heart pendant from Tiffanny & Co, and a ‘Perfect Weekend Getaway’ at Shula’s Hotel and Golf Club. Guests are welcomed to dress up in their best 60s beach getup, and bid the night away. The event will benefit the Junior Orange Bowl Committee, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, home to the largest international youth arts and sports festival in the world. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 at the door.

Life Is Art presents River Of Art Showcase #2 9/8/09

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Showcase & Fundraiser
September 8, 6pm-10pm
Hosted by River Lounge at Epic, 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Google Map
FREE
A portion of the evenings’s proceeds go to support Life Is Art
RSVP

Networking & Happy Hour with  buy 1 get 1 FREE drink specials
$10 Valet
Dress Code: Artistically Upscale

MUSICAL ARTISTRY
DJ Soozin
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VISUAL ARTS
Ruben Chamizo
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River Lounge is graciously donating  a portion of the proceeds to Life Is Art! This is much needed revenue to help us continue to promote the Miami arts community. Be sure to say thanks to the proprietor, Bobby Brandt, for all his support. We hope that you will come out and bring ALL your friends so that we can make this a regular event!

The event is completely free, though contributions are gratefully accepted. Your support helps us continue to help the arts community.

We hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to see and hear some excellent south Florida artists, expand your network and help advance your artistic career. Please RSVP

DWNTWNR Events – “The Wiz” Concludes the Dance Film and Party Series at Gusman 9/3/09

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This Thursday, September 3 @ 7:00 PM
Flickin’ Summer: THE WIZ
Take three big dance movies from the 1980’s, mix in one part happy hour, one part neighborhood “meet up”, sprinkle liberally with cocktails, then top off with a retro dance party on the Gusman Stage featuring DJ Pauer – you’ve got the makings of FLICKIN’ SUMMER a new neighborhood film series at the Gusman.
The fun starts with a happy hour at 6:00 PM, the film The Wiz screens at 7:00 PM and the dancing begins around 9:30 PM. Throughout the evening there’ll be giveaways and special contests. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 “day of show”.
The series sponsored by DWNTWNR, Friends of Gusman, and Miami Parking Authority is the perfect answer to a long hot summer – fun flicks, air-conditioned theater, dance music, and libations.
This Thursday is the last party of the Flickin’ Summer series!
The Wiz – Thursday, September 3, 2009 @ 7:00 PM
DJ Pauer spins after each film
Tickets and info available here.

Manuel Millares at 777 Studio Gallery 9/4/09

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Join us this Friday, September 4th at 777 Studio-Gallery for a painting exhibit featuring the work of Carlos Diaz Barrios and Ayessa Lopez Navarro. Also featuring new charcoal on cardboard figure drawings by Manuel Millares.
The exhibit will be from 7-11pm. Enjoy live music performances by composer Maria Isabel Saavedra and Dennis Alonso.
777 Studio-Gallery is located at 166 Alhambra Circle, Upstairs (Alhambra / Ponce intersection).
Hope to see you there…
www.artsite777.com

Antonia Wright Lincoln Road Gallery Walk 9/5/09

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From Antonia Wright
The Art Center Residency Program started our own Art Walk on the first Saturday of every month along with the galleries on Lincoln Road. We will have our studios open this Saturday from 7 to 10 and it would be great if you stopped by, had a glass of wine, and hung out. The amazing Smiling Gums are playing at 9 p.m. as well.
My studio is in the first floor of the 924 Art Center Building on Lincoln Road (across from Books and Books) number 110. Please find the invitation attached below.
Please help support the arts and artists by spreading the word about this ongoing monthly happening!
www.antoniawright.com
www.thekeysproject.com

The first art-walk took place on Saturday, August 1st 2009 from 7-10pm.
On the first Saturday of every month, the Lincoln Rd and Miami Beach art-walk takes place from 7-10pm.
40+ local artists, museums and galleries in South Beach open their doors to share their work with the rest of the world every month on the clock.
The core of the action takes place inside the three Art Center South Florida buildings that host the studios of some of the most important contemporary-artists living in Miami. www.artcentersf.org
The Art Center is located in #924, #810, and #800 buildings on Lincoln Rd. Miami Beach, 33139.
The main subject is Art. The artists and galleries in South Beach open their doors to talk, share, and sell their work at special discounted prices during this art-walk.
Musicians, dancers, writers, media, and celebrities gather every month in South Beach for this urban happening that shows the very best of art in Florida.
This experience is free and open to the public interested on buying or enjoying art.
The art disciplines include:
• Photography
• Painting
• Installation
• Video
• Mix Media
• Glass
Every gallery walk also includes a special guest that varies from local musicians, dancers and other performers that will mingle with the crowd energizing the night.
The artists will be also donating part of the art sales in support to diverse non-profit organizations in SF.
Each month a resident-artist of the Art Center South Florida will design an art piece for the invitation. If you bring each month’s invitation printed (or in your cell phone) you’ll be able to enjoy hors d’oeuvres and wine inside the artist studios. If not, cash bar is also available.
After you get your necessary dose of creativity and art you can also enjoy some of Miami’s best restaurants and bars along Lincoln Rd.
You can also go bowling, movies or even take a quiet stroll along the beautiful Miami beach sand. Everything just a couple of steps away from this amazing and unique art-walk experience.
If you have any questions, inquiries and to receive the monthly invitation please email:
jarnette@artcentersf.org or alfonso@kitemm.com

Mile High Ent Presents Mile High Miami Labor Day Weekend 9/6/09

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Come celebrate Labor Day at Club Space with DJ Ideal and featured guest Jeremy Jackson hosting the ED Hardy Fashion Experience alongside DJ Rush with a live performances by Jay Sean and Black Dada.

Pop Bottles and Mingle with Models as Mile High Entertainment begins it’s search for the Mile High Club. ED Hardy Fashion Experience begins at Midnight, so get there early! Avoid the lines and get a Presale Ticket at a discounted rate.

For tickets and giveaways, send an Email to the Mile High Club at MHC@MileHighEnt.com
Limited quantities available, so get them while they last! Each ticket puts you in a drawing for cash and prizes.
Call Tony for more information. 305.542.4712
www.MileHighEnt.com
www.Facebook.com/MileHighEntertainment

Pecha Kucha Design Authenticity at HD Boutique Expo & Conference 9/15/09

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You should always be yourself and that same authenticity goes for the spaces we live in. Does your bedroom look like a confessional? Is your white loft space ready for a gastric bypass surgery? It’s time to explore this idea of Design Authenticity…

Pecha Kucha Miami continues to weave itself into the international creative and cultural fabric with its latest Hospitality Design Boutique Exposition & Conference collaboration. Pecha Kucha: Design Authenticity will feature eights presenters sharing their perspectives from international research, cutting edge technology, the humanities, social responsibility, and ecology.

Pecha Kucha: Design Authenticity
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Dr.
Miami Beach, FL
Tuesday, September 15th, 1-2PM

Speakers
NORMAN BROOKS, Chief Operating Officer, Kopali
EDWARD KAEN, Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Keating Hotel Group
FRANCO LODATO, Representative North America, Pininfarina USA
TOMAS LOEWY, Culture Aviator and Photographer
TARA MASTRELLI, Managing Editor, Hospitality Design Magazine
JASON RAWDING, President, Teknovation
JENNIFER SIQUEIRA, President, Miami Architecture for Humanity Chapter
BANNAVIS ANDREW SRIBYATTA, President, PIE Studio – Project Import Export

For more information, visit www.pecha-kucha.org/cities/miami and http://www.hdboutique.com

Contact: Carl Hildebrand, Pecha Kucha Miami Director
thegreenbroker@metro1properties.com, 863-602-7322 cell

Pecha Kucha, Japanese for “chit chat” is a high-energy showcase of ideas that started 2003 in Japan. The concept is that each presenter is allowed 20 images in a power point presentation that is shown for 20 second each– giving 6 minutes and 40 seconds of fame before the next presenter is up. This keeps presentations concise, interest level up and gives the opportunity for more people to express their ideas.

Hospitality Design (HD) Magazine, published 10 times a year, is the premier trade magazine serving the field of hospitality design. It connects owners, operators, purchasing agents, designers, and architects involved in the design of hotels, resorts, restaurants, cruise ships, nightclubs/lounges, spas, and all other hospitality-oriented projects. HD continues its 30-plus-year mission to publish the accomplishments of various design teams that collaborate to bring the most innovative examples of new construction and renovation to the industry.

Hospitality Design Boutique Exposition & Conference (HD Boutique): HD’s chic, smart-sized exposition and conference on the SoBe scene. HD Boutique reflects the energy and the influences of Miami Beach and South Beach where Latin, South, and North America converge and act as a barometer of what’s happening in hospitality. It brings together professionals in the hospitality industry through informative conference sessions and packed networking parties, and unveils the newest products in the marketplace on a show floor with smaller sized booths. HD Boutique 2009 will take place September 14-15 at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Coconut Grove Art Stroll 9/5/09

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September 5Th 2009
Saturday Night at Coconut Grove Art Stroll: A Mix of Artists,
Art Demonstrations, Live Music, Dance Performances, Food & Beverage Sampling
Free event at Mayfair in the Grove Offers Activities for the Whole Family
Miami, FL The Coconut Grove Art Stroll is a free public art festival that brings together more than 40 local and international artists, musicians, dancers and food purveyors the First Saturday night of every month at the Promenade of the Shoppes at Mayfair in the Grove. The public can stroll through an eclectic exhibition of artists selling paintings, photos, crafts, and mixed media while listening to live music and enjoying free sampling of food and drinks sponsored by local restaurants and beverage companies.
The idea is to bring art and entertainment to the streets and recreate the groovy art shows and funky street life the Grove has been famous for in the past. It’s a family friendly event and the kids can learn about art and draw and paint with Captain Art. Special Exhibit in loving Memory of a Great Artist Pedro Amador will be displayed, Japanese and Polynesian dances are performed by Etnia Fusion and the rock band “3 Sheets to the Wind” will play pop favorites.
Some of the artists exhibiting works in the festival include Johnny Valdes, Proman Garcia, Arien Lopez, Javier Martinez, Juan Vilacoba, Santa Olaya, Jose Romero, Daisy Rodriguez, Arturo Palomino, Jessica Alvares and German Molina. Moms Miami will be on hand and Pollo Tropical and Chili’s Restaurant at CocoWalk will offer free food sampling. Kilo Kai Rum, Alchemia Vodka, Don Eduardo Tequila, Presidente Imported Beer will also offer samples of their products.
“The Grove has been an art Mecca and we want to bring people an event that provides a great night of entertainment and culture,” according to Johnny Valdes, Director of the Coconut Grove Art Stroll. “It’s free and fun for everyone!”
By presenting the Event flyer, one may enter the raffle to win a free 60” X 16” Miami skyline panoramic photo by Johnny.
When: Saturday, September 5Th 2009 – 7pm to 11pm
Where: Promenade at Mayfair – 2911 Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove 33133.
http://www.myspace.com/COCONUTGROVEARTSTROLL

Garden Pop a Fine Art Event at Pinecrest Gardens Opens 11/7/09

Pinecrest Gardens (the Original Parrot Jungle Property) and Honorary Chairperson Mayor Cindy Lerner Are Hosting A Fine Art Exhibition & Sale Titled Garden Pop, Featuring Andy Warhol & His Contemporaries from November 7th to 25th , 2009 in the Historical Parrot Jungle Hibiscus Room to benefit improvements to Pinecrest Gardens
Original Artwork by Andy Warhol, Tom Wesselmann, Roy Lichtenstein, Donald Sultan and other world renown artists will be complimented by four local artists including Romero Britto, Erika King, Eileen Seitz and Purvis Young.

The artwork will be on display at the Gardens for three weeks, kicking off with a Cocktail Party on Saturday, November 7th, 6 to 10 PM. The exhibition will remain open to the public free of charge noon to 5:00 PM, Tuesday through Sunday, November 8 – 25, 2009.

The Cocktail Party will include Hors d’ oeuvres by Whole Foods Market,

Refreshments by Bacardi USA, Live Music and Garden Tours. Improvements to the Park will be funded by sponsors, cocktail party tickets and 20% of all artwork sold, which will be tax deductible to the buyer. Logistics Chairman Steven Steele says “This will be the largest Original POP ART Exhibition in Miami in several years and hopefully the beginning of a series of Art Events at Pinecrest Gardens”.

Controversial Art from the 70’s and 80’s will be featured along side Britto’s “Pop Art” of the 90’s, Young’s “Street Art”, King’s celebrity and sports collages of the new millennium and Seitz’s signature tropical scenes. This exhibit differs from Miami’s “Cutting Edge” Art in that the artists featured are among the Top Ten Artists of the Twentieth Century and notable local artists.
Pinecrest Gardens is located at 11000 Red Road, and hosts a fourteen acre botanical feast on the historical site. Tickets to the Preview Cocktail Party are available at $100 each. There is no admission to the park or exhibit after the party. For sponsorship or event information or tickets, please contact Steven Steele at 305 742-7071 or acposter@acposter.com.

September Spa Specials – agua at Mondrian and The Spa at Icon Brickell

To celebrate their ninth month of operations in the ninth month of the ninth year, The Spa at IconBrickell is extending their best offers yet. Through September, all guests are welcomed to enjoy The Spa’s 50% off employee discount on all massages, facials and body treatments. To make a reservation, please call (305) 503-0369.

As Spa Month comes to an end, agua at Mondrian invites guests to savor the final days of summer with their September Sweet Treats promo. From the Dreamsicle Delight body massage to the Sweet Citrus Mani & Pedi, each of the four whimsical treatments are designed to take you back to your happy place. Priced at $99 (plus tax + gratuity), each service comes with a complimentary glass of bubbly. Below are the details on the treatments and their $20 Passport to Pampering that includes use of the fitness center, steam room, sauna and relaxation lounges, along with a glass of champagne, without booking a service.

Sweet Citrus Manicure & Pedicure (90 minutes) – Sit back and relax while your hands and feet soak in warm water then gently exfoliated using a guava tangerine scrub. They will then be groomed and massaged with an aromatic lotion loaded with anti-aging alpha hydroxy acids and skin quenching natural emollients, then polished to perfection.

Dreamsicle Delight (60 minutes) – Full body exfoliation using a Sweet Orange Sugar Scrub for cleansing and detoxification of the skin. Follow this with a 40 minute Vanilla body massage to release stress and promote relaxation. A Classic Combination reminiscent of the good ole summer days. Good for the body and great for the senses.

Royal Treatment (60 minutes) – First treat yourself to a body massage that will release tension, relax your muscles and improve circulation followed by a 30 minute facial that will cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin, including a facial mask for your skin type.

Beauty and the Brow (60 minutes) – Begin with a 45 minute facial that will cleanse, exfoliate, and hydrate the skin, including a facial mask for your skin type. Finish off with professional eyebrow shaping to complete your look.

Passport to Pampering – ($20) Use of agua’s relaxing spa facilities including fitness center, steam room, sauna and relaxation lounges. Includes use of locker with robe, sandals and towels.

Sister Cities Meet the Artists & Poster Unveiling 9/2/09

The Miami-Dade County Sister Cities Program Coordinating Council in collaboration with Miami Dade College cordially invites you to the Seventh Annual Miami-Dade Celebrates the Art of its Sister Cities Meet the Artists & Poster Unveiling Reception
Poster designed by Artist German Molina
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
6:00PM – 8:00PM
Trattoria Sole
5894 Sunset Drive
South Miami, Florida
RSVP 305-375-5280
Italian Hors D’ouevres
Cash Bar

Champion Sound Presents Ladies First featuring the new Ledisi album – “Turn me Loose” 9/2/09

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Wednesday, September 2nd
@ The Electric Pickle
Doors at 10p
Free w/ RSVP to ChampionSoundMiami@Gmail.com
21 & Up
CHAMPION SOUND Presents…
**LADIES FIRST**
This Wednesday @ Champion Sound the fellas are gonna take a break to let some of the flyest female DJs in the MIA show us how its done on the turntables!!
B-girls, Models, & round the way girls come thru and represent!
DJs FOR THE NIGHT
DJ Elle
Jessica Who
DJane
Hosted by BETA – HEART BREAKERZ CREW
Birthday Jam for the one and only Pretty Val!
OFFICIAL ALBUM RELEASE PARTY FOR NEO-SOULSTRESS LEDISI’S “Turn Me Loose”.
Free Giveaways courtesy of Universal / Verve Records.
http://www.myspace.com/ledisi
GIVEAWAYS COURTESY OF MIAMI’S OWN FEMALE CLOTHING LINE DANGEROUSLY BEAUTIFUL
http://www.dangerousandbeautiful.com/index.php
Facebook Event Link
Located @ The Electric Pickle
2826 N. Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33127
Drink Specials:
☛FREE COCKTAILS☚ for LADIES till 11:30p
☛$5 ALL BEERS/ALL NIGHT☚
Champion Sound Web Links:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ChampionSound
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/TheGrandGroove

Movies at The Spa at Icon Brickell 9/5,12,19,26/09

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When it comes to movies, it’s always the same old plot – either rent one at home or catch a blockbuster at the theater. This Fall, The Spa at Icon Brickell invites guests to avoid the crowds and catch a flick in their intimate 30-person theater. Every Saturday night, guests can curl up on the plush Philippe Starck-designed couches and enjoy a film from a specific genre, such as September’s Classic Movies series. Ideal for a romantic date or hanging out with friends, the $12 admission includes a gourmet cupcake and popcorn. For the full dinner and a movie experience, Chef Michael Psilakis’ Eos is located one floor up (reservations recommended).
Classic Movie Month
Sept 5 – Citizen Kane
Sept 12 – Casablanca
Sept 19 – Singin’ in the Rain
Sept 26 – To Kill A Mockingbird
*movies start at 7:30 p.m.
The Spa at Icon Brickell
465 Brickell Avenue
305.503.0369 or iconspa@viceroymiami.com

Swampspace Gallery Opening Victor Muniz – Hyperculture 8/29/09

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Saturday, August 29, 2009 at 6:00pm
Design District
3821 NE 1 Coourt, Miami, FL
Opening Reception August 29 6-12pm
HYPERCULTURE – an installation by Victor Muñiz
Hyperculture refers to the staggering rate of change in modern technological societies. It is the condition of perpetual interregnum. In other words hyperculture is our constant state of being in between while information continues to flow with increasing volume. The rampant illnesses of our society–including the disintegration of the family, the degradation of the environment, unlimited commercialism, and unrelenting stress are familiar to us all.
Victor Muñiz examines the profundity of Hyperculture according to the Gaian hypothesis that the earth is a self-regulating organism. Can the same be said of information? Does it lead a life of its own or is it merely a disposable by-product of mass culture?
In the age of information Muñiz is a terabit of talent.

Prayer Vigil for Health Care at Torch of Friendship 8/28/09

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Organizing for America- Miami Dade
Friday, August 28, 2009 7:00pm – 9:00pm
Torch of Friendship
Biscayne Blvd & NE 3rd St, Miami, FL
This is an evening to remember the thousands of citizens that have passed away due to lack of Health Insurance and the thousands that are in peril due to under coverage or no coverage now.
7-9 PM
7:45 Lighting of the candles
8:00 Leaders of Clergy Speaking
Please dress in black.
“Of all the forms of inequality, injustice in health is the most shocking and inhuman.”
— The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Gallery 101 Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser 9/26/09

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Gallery 101
$20 at door (goes to charity)
Saturday, September 26, 2009
7:00pm – 11:00pm
3042 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale, FL
Facebook Event Page
Gallery 101 will present a NY style runway show with breast cancer survivors in their best and most outrageous pink runway outfits. Plus, a silent auction of artwork from the resident artists of Gallery 101 and other products and services will also be on auction as well. This is a great opportunity to buy some great art and contribute to a fantastic charity. Broward General Comprehensive Breast Center, opened in June 1998, offers a full spectrum of cancer care to meet the needs of the people of Broward County. Gallery 101’s goal is to present a check for $10,000 to the center.

Miami21 – First Reading at Miami City Hall Chambers 9/4/09

Friday, September 4, 2009
10:00am – 1:00pm
Miami City Hall Chambers
3500 Pan American Drive, Miami, FL
Friday, September 4, 2009 at 10:00 a.m.
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Miami21 is an urban planning document for the City of Miami. It is supposed to create a greener, more people-friendly City. There is a lot to like about the “big picture” objectives.
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The Devil is in the Details, however. The City has an old tradition of making deals that are against the public’s good.
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It is up to YOU, the resident, to be sure that when they say it is “Your City, Your Plan” that this is true.
People participating makes a HUGE difference in the results. Numbers matter: the more, the better.
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To see current planning documents, check out:
www.miami21.org
Familiarize yourself with areas and issues that matter to you, your friends and family.
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For any questions, please call the Miami 21 hotline at (305) 416-2121
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It is a minute’s walk to Scotty’s Landing for burgers, dolphin sandwiches and beverage breaks.
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There is public bus transportation from UM and Brickell/Downtown (48 Bus), and from MetroRail (Grove Circulator).
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Spread the word, so the truth will be heard.

Rhythm Foundation Dance Party Fundraiser Spam All Stars – Perez Prado Tribute 9/26/09

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The Rhythm Foundation invites you to a Dance Party Fundraiser
Sat. September 26th, 7:30 PM at Key Biscayne Beach Club
DJ Le Spam and the Spam All Stars – a Perez Prado Tribute

Admission is $100 which includes dinner, open bar and an annual RF membership
Purchase your ticket online now or call (305) 672-5202
Rhythm Foundation website: RhythmFoundation.com

Dinner catering by Spuntino and Pashas, bar by Moleca Cachaca and Heineken
Dress code: casual chic. This is an open air (not a/c) beach club. Think warm summer night!

The wonderful silent auction includes your chance to bid on great prizes like
Mini vacation to Brown’s Hotel and Marina in Bimini
Mini vacation to South Beach Place in Vero Beach: Trip Advisor Travelers Choice Award winner for Best Hidden Gem in the US
Club Med vacation in Mexico including American Airlines airfare
Beauty basket from Saks Fifth Avenue
Housewares from NiBa and Las Tias and Heineken
Services like cosmetic dentistry from Sharp Dentristry and expert automatic services from Mercedes Services and jet ski rentals
Fine cognac bottles
Dinners at great restaurants like Bin 18 and Fogo de Chao
Signed collectibles
Much more!
See you there.

Gallery Diet Opening Reception Miller & Shellabarger – Dolos, Hills Snyder – Steam 9/12/09

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Miller & Shellabarger
Dolos
September 12th – October 3rd, 2009
Opening Reception September 12th 7 – 10 p.m.
Preview Performance and Panel : September 12th at 1 p.m. Click here for details.
Dutes Miller and Stan Shellabarger are the two artist that together form, Miller & Shellabarger. Miller & Shellabarger will be the 10th artists to participate in Diet’s invitational series of exhibitions. Their work, which is often rooted in accessible performances, links them together as partners, procreators, specimens, and artists. Miller & Shellabarger take a comical, yet heartfelt everyday approach to the notion of collaboration. For their exhibition at Gallery Diet, Dutes and Stan will be performing Untitled (Pink Tube), a never ending, at least not to date, performance in which the duo sit across from each other patiently knitting a pink tube, their casual demeanor encouraging audience members to join them in conversation; inviting questions that range from the socio political to the mundane. The ritual of their performance lies in the ritual of the everyday, the casual tasks that two people perform when linked together.
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GALLERY DIET PROJECT ROOM
SEPTEMBER 12TH, 2009 OPENING RECEPTION 7 – 10 PM
“We habitually discard our opportunities to be present; we float in a sea of association, drifting from one thought to the next; the moment can be taken for granted in the same way that sensory awareness can be assumed.” – Hills Snyder

Bass Museum of Art Reception – Simon Starling: Inverted Retrograde Theme, USA 8/28/09

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Reception – Simon Starling: Inverted Retrograde Theme, USA (House for a Songbird)
Friday, August 28 – 7-9PM
Conceptual artist Simon Starling (b. 1967 Epsom, England) explores the relationships between craft, material, technique, social history, association and memory. Inverted Retrograde Theme, USA (House for a Songbird) is comprised of two scale models of prefabricated single-family houses that are pinned to the ceiling by tree branches. They are each a one fifth- scale recreation of existing homes located outside San Juan, Puerto Rico. Built in the 1960s, these houses were part of a postwar philanthropic effort in developing countries, financed by the New York-based Rockefeller Foundation.
Overlapping traditions, geographies and historical narratives, Starling combines the modernist theories of architect Simon Schmiderer (born Saalfedlden [Salzburg Province, Austria], 1911); died Highland Beach, FL April 2001), and Austrian composer and theorist Arnold Schonberg (born Vienna, 1874; died Los Angeles, 1951) who, in both of their respective fields, created rigid systems based on modular logic which were intended to enhance creativity. The architect was influenced by the composer, and was known to incorporate his musical theories in his work.
Simon Schmiderer, a faithful modernist, was best known for his “serial” housing, his motto being “one house in one hour.” He was the architect for the extensive residential building project in Puerto Rico during the 1960s, basing his designs on pre-formed, inexpensive, concrete modules with ample open windows, omitting glass to “integrate” the interior and exterior. The wire mesh around the houses represents the security measures the actual inhabitants of the project in Puerto Rico took to maintain their safety in the high-crime area, as the original architectural plan dismissed the inhabitants’ practical needs, and was comprised of all open spaces with no security. The sound of singing birds coming from inside the seemingly caged homes completes the startling visual metaphor.
The architect adapted the composer’s serialist techniques in his work, and Starling illustrates this idea into the installation by mirroring the structures. The title for the installation is derived from Schonberg’s compositional system which can be played as “original,” “inverted,” “retrograde” or “inverted retrograde.” Aspects of inversion and translocation (characteristic for twelve-tone music) were added to offer a new perspective of the modernist idea. Starling takes Schoenberg’s ideas further by flipping the houses upside down and pinning them to the ceiling, each balanced by one thin mahogany branch. The exhibition is on view through September 13, 2009.
Please join us on Friday August 28, from 7-9PM for a special reception. Beverages compliments of Dziac, Grolsch, and Cafe Bustelo. Hot Nights Cool Jazz featuring the Dave Fernandez Quartet from 7-9PM.
Free for Bass Museum members; $10 non- members.
Details for above image: Simon Starling Inverted Retrograde Theme, USA (A House of a Song Bird), 2002 Wood, iron, mahogany, metal, tree trunks, birds Collection of Debra and Dennis Scholl, Miami Beach, FL
The Bass Museum of Art wishes to thank Debra and Dennis Scholl for lending this work to the exhibition.
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park)
Miami Beach, FL 33139
T: 305.673.7530
bassmuseum.org
The Bass Museum of Art is generously funded by the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council; with additional support provided by Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners; State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts; and Friends of the Bass Museum, Inc.

The Space Techno Loft Presents Magda & Troy Pierce 8/29/09

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As if Desyn Masiello on The Terrace wasn’t enough, Space and the Techno Loft are extremely proud to present two more legends, continuing their dedication to cutting-edge and underground sounds.
This Saturday, August 29th, the Techno Loft plays host to two of the top DJ/Producers in the genre, Magda and Troy Pierce.
Hailing from Poland, Magda (real name Magdalena Chojnacka), got her start in the mid 1990s in New York’s then-vibrant dance music scene. With all forms of dance music gaining headway, she rapidly grew with it, gaining notoriety both on the decks and in the studio for her uncompromising sound. Changing attitudes in the Big Apple led her to depart in 2003, bringing her to her current home of Berlin. It was in Berlin where her current sound began to develop. Partnered with Troy Pierce and Marc Houle, she began to take advantage of the new possibilities present in production and DJing techniques brought upon by affordable new hardware and software. Eventually catching the attention of Richie Hawtin, Magda soon began to release material on Hawtin’s influential Minus label. Of course, never complacent, Magda soon established her own label, Items and Things, where she continues to produce to this day.
Joining her also this evening will be Troy Pierce. A longtime collaborator of Magda’s, Indiana native Pierce took his influence from the dynamic scenes of Chicago and Detroit. With Chicago as the stronghold of house, and Detroit the birthplace of techno, Troy’s style naturally has been hard to classify, with both of those genres and more, making it into his record bag. Soon after, with a stopover in New York in the late 1990s, Troy eventually moved to Berlin, where he began to work with Magda and Marc Houle. Encouraged by the two, Troy readily adapted his style to the new flavors and technology coming out of Germany’s capital, with an insatiable desire to satisfy the city’s notoriously picky club culture. This all paid off in 2006, with Troy hitting the road with Magda and Richie himself for a massive US tour, which solidified his name as one of the “go-to” guys in the techno and minimal scene.
And of course, the night will be rounded out by Techno Loft residents Maurizio + Danyelino and Dsan Powell.
Click here to purchase tickets

Grand Opening of Be Saturdays at Club Nikki 8/29/09

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You are cordially invited to the Grand Opening of
‘Be’ Saturdays at Club Nikki
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Join us for the preview of ‘Be’ Saturdays at Club Nikki. Occupying the legendary One Ocean Drive at South Beach’s southernmost tip, the Nikki Beach flagship attracts the finest in Miami, the surrounding areas, and hundreds of European travelers a year.
Formerly the restaurant Pearl, Club Nikki was created in 2008 as a fully-equipped nightclub to complement the second-to-none beach club parties enjoyed on Sundays by so many. Club Nikki offers a definitive mix of what Miami Beach is known for — leggy models, entertainers, local trendies, and more all travel there to revel in the non-stop scene.
The Travel Channel described Nikki Beach Miami as “the hottest party in South Beach and one of the hottest in the world” setting the scene with “high rollers enjoying full food and VIP bottle service in the club’s sexy cabanas and lounge beds.”
Saturdays at Club Nikki.
Be Fashionable. Be Unique. Be Sexy.
Most importantly, Be there.
RSVP

The Clevelander and The Rare Grooves Selector Presents Kingdom at 1020 Music Boxx 8/28/09

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The Clevelander welcomes everyone into their infamous nightlife venue, 1020 Music Boxx, as they team up with The Rare Grooves Selector to present Kingdom, a night featuring the sounds of Latin Funk, Classic Hip Hop, Reggae and Soul Breaks. This is one special night of music that features an open bar and drink specials throughout the night!
Click here for more information on the event

ecco Happy Hour and Charity Auction to benefit the Sumando Manos Foundation 8/28/09

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ecco Pizzateca + Lounge
hosts a brand new Happy Hour from 4-7pm offering 2 for 1 DRINKS
and a DaTE HuSTLE auctioning off sponsored dates with DWNTWN’s coolest singles!
Local restaurants, bars and retailers donate items for bidding
Proceeds benefit the Sumando Manos Foundation
The kitchen stays open until 11pm and the bar stays open until you go home
For more information or reservations email us at info@eccomiami.com or call 305.960.1900
ecco PIZZATECA + LOUNGE
168 se 1st street • dwntwn miami (on the corner of se 1st street and se 2nd ave)
eccomiami.com

Manny Prieres On Wetheat.Tv Studio Drive By Solo Exhibition: What We Do Is Secret at Spinello Gallery 8/29/09

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“WHAT WE DO IS SECRET.” – THIS SATURDAY, AUG 29TH 2009 / 7-10PM
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SPINELLO GALLERY / DESIGN DISTRICT: 155 NE 38 ST, No. 101, Miami, FL – 33137
SOLO EXHIBITION: Manny Prieres / “What We Do Is Secret.”
OPENING RECEPTION: Saturday, August 29th, 7-10pm
Spinello Gallery (155 NE 38 St., No. 101, Miami Florida – 33137) is proud to present the much-anticipated solo exhibition by one of Miami’s original stars, Manny Prieres, “What We Do Is Secret.” The Cuban-American artist will feature a suite of haunting graphite and watercolor works on paper and sculpture . This will be Prieres’ debut exhibition with the gallery.
Prieres explains, “Every collision leaves a trace behind: debris, a trail of residue that marks the site where violence took place.” The work of Manny Prieres is that sort of remnant, the product of the clash between a traditional, temperamental heritage, and an intense, idiosyncratic counterculture. During the process of this convergence, a series of artifacts are created. They stand at the threshold of a new folklore: they are the iconography of a new tradition.
In this sense, Manny Prieres is an archaeologist, one that has painstakingly and lovingly preserved the objects of an unexplored civilization: their symbols, their gods, their rituals, and their lore. These artifacts bring up tales from the artist’s personal history, yet as a whole they create new narratives that, despite having hybrid elements from multiple sources of influence, are nevertheless moving towards an entirely different place.
Manny Prieres has been an active member of the Miami art scene for over ten years. From 1997-2004, Prieres ran one of Miami’s first influental alternative art spaces, BOX, alongside Jose Reyes and Leyden Rodriguez-Casanova. BOX played a crucial role in the development of the Miami art community.
Exhibition through September 26th, 2009.
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.
info@spinellogallery.com
SPINELLO GALLERY | 155 NE 38 STREET, No. 101 | MIAMI | FL | 33137

Hot Nights Cool Jazz at the Bass 8/28/09

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HOT NIGHTS COOL JAZZ at the Bass Museum of Art
THIS FRIDAY AUG 28, 7-9PM
Dave Fernandez Quartet
Free for members; $10 for non-members
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park)
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
T: 305.673.7530 www.bassmuseum.org
After the event head to The Martini Bar for the swankiest happy hour at the Raleigh.
Two-for-One drink specials. Guests receive VIP access to select local night clubs. Every Friday 10pm-1am.
The Raleigh Hotel
1775 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.raleighhotel.com
The Bass Museum of Art is generously funded by the City of Miami Beach, Cultural Affairs Program, Cultural Arts Council; with additional support provided by Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade Mayor and the Board of County Commissioners; State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council and the National Endowment for the Arts; and Friends of the Bass Museum, Inc.

Opening Reception at ArtCenter for The Flying Carpet by Pip & Duane Brant 9/5/09

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The Flying Carpet
Pip & Duane Brant
Opening night on Saturday, September 5 from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. coincides with the Lincoln Road art walk
Pip Brant’s carpet is comprised of a found oriental rug, embroidery, silkscreen, brass ornaments, wood, car parts, electric motor, laser-light and rheostat controllers. The rug first entered Pip’s life in the early 1980s in Wyoming. The many adventures of Pip’s carpet were just taking shape when she had an epiphany: she would create an impotent “flying carpet” that only shakes and lights-up when foot pedals are engaged.
Duane’s installation pieces are dubbed “Sew Organs’ or interactive acoustical sound machines. In addition to the flying carpet, ArtCetner’s audience will be invited to play with these instruments that combine vintange sewing machines with shellacked, wooden acoustic forms that are electronically connecte to organs, cellos or old radios.
The show will run from September 4th – Ocotober 11th, 2009 at the ArtCenter/ South Florida’s Lincoln Road Gallery.

2009 South Florida Dragon Boat Festival in Miami 10/3-4/09

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2009 SOUTH FLORIDA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL IN MIAMI
OCT 3 – 4 SATURDAY & SUNDAY (9 a.m.— 5 p.m.)
Haulover Beach Park Marina
10800 Collins Ave,Miami Beach, FL 33154
A 2000-year-old traditional sport event comes alive in a spectacular
and exciting Dragon Boat Racing
Other fun activities:
Stage Cultural Performance, Egg Roll Eating Contest, Martial Arts Performance, Kids’ Kite Contest, Lion & Dragon Dance, Authentic Asian Food, Face Painting, Bounce House, Health Booth, etc.
More Info

Grand Finale Red Party at Nikki Marina 8/27/09

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GRANDE FINALE RED PARTY
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Join us as Nikki Marina does it right ONE Last Time, with live entertainment and DJ’s spinning your favorite hits all night long.
There will be Complimentary Cocktails and Hors D’Oeuvres until Midnight. Bottle “Specials” are available
Red Attire is Preferred!
To book your reservation call 954 602 8750 or email RESERVATIONS reservations.marina@nikkibeach.com

Educate Tomorrow’s 5th Annual Gala 11/14/09

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Dance Away the Downturn!
In Roaring Twenties Attire!
November 14, 2009 – 7 PM ~ 12 AM
Hosted by co-anchor Jim Berry from CBS4 This Morning
with Special Guest Sierra Minott, Miss Florida 2008
Private Bayfront Estate
17575 Old Cutler Road
Live Music – With Entertainment By: A Hot Party and Aqua Firm and Fit Synchronized Swimmers
Drinks Provided By: Miami Winery, Domaine Chandon and Top Hat Wine & Spirits
Food Provided By: Catering by Alyse, Badrutt’s Place, Smith & Wollensky and Tap Tap Haitian Restaurant
Desserts Provided By: Cuatro Leches, Jennifer’s Homemade, Homebaked by Tara and Cakes by Denise
tickets $150 per person

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE: $250 – $10,000
President ~ $10,000, Twenty-five tickets to the event & recognition in our event publications as “President” level sponsor
Dean ~ $5,000, Fifteen tickets to the event & recognition in our event publications as “Dean” level sponsor
ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIP LEVELS ARE AVAILABLE
TICKETS & SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE online www.educatetomorrow.org/gala
Contact Joanne Hayashi for further information by calling 305.374.3751 or sending an email hayashi@educatetomorrow.org
Tickets are limited, please reserve soon
A portion of your ticket is tax deductible. Educate Tomorrow is a certified 501(c)(3) organization.
Graphics Donated by Amaniac Design

50% Off: Mentor Appreciation Tickets: All current Educate Tomorrow mentors can purchase a ticket at 50% off. Please call the ET office at 305-374-3751 to purchase Mentor Appreciation tickets.

Save $25: Wine Enthusiast Package Deal: A combined purchase of 1 ticket to the Miami International Wine Fair (held on 9/27/09) and 1 ticket to the Educate Tomorrow Annual Gala saves you $25. Package can be purchased on the Educate Tomorrow website.

Offer Expires: September 20, 2009

About: Educate Tomorrow, Corp. is an international, nonprofit, certified 501(c)(3) organization. All over the world, poverty denies children, as well as adults, the promises of a better tomorrow. Forgotten by society and social welfare programs, children born into poverty are trapped in a cruel and often violent cycle that frequently continues for generations. Lacking the inspiration, confidence, knowledge, and means to change, entire families are lost to the cycle of hopelessness.

Educate Tomorrow believes that the best way to end the cycle of poverty is through education. Our mission is to make education an attainable goal for the most disadvantaged in our world, so that all may be afforded the possibilities that can be achieved through learning. We strive to reach out to these individuals and provide them inspiration, guidance, and support and lead them on the path of life-long learning.

Educate Tomorrow’s primary mission in the US is to provide one-on-one educational mentors to foster care children who are turning 18 and “aging out” of the system. Since its founding in 2003, Educate Tomorrow has successfully implemented its mentoring programs, education programs and life skills camps across the nation. Additionally, it has reached internationally by continuing to support the work of its founders who established one of the first local language primary schools, adult literacy programs and boarding schools in the remote and impoverished village of Kabey Fo in Niger, West Africa.

First Annual Jubilee Center Charity Florida Room Delano 9/4/09

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You are cordially invited to the first Annual Jubilee Center Charity
Friday, September 4, 2009 8 – 11pm
Florida Room Delano
1685 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, Fl
To benefit The Jubilee Center: A non-profit corporation that serves the poor and homeless of Broward County.
A $20 donation for open bar and food and surprise silent auction items.
RSVP: rsvp@thepololife.com
Online donations accepted at www.jubileecenterbroward.org

Carnival On The Plaza and an Afternoon of Fun at the Arsht Center 8/29/09

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CARNIVAL ON THE PLAZA
a FREE outdoor Caribbean festival in celebration of the U.S. premiere of the hit reggae musical The Harder They Come
Saturday, August 29, 2009 @ 11:30 am
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County in conjunction with the Miami–Broward One Carnival Host Committee are proud to bring to you, Carnival on the Plaza, a FREE outdoor Caribbean fesival in celebration of the U.S. premiere of the hit reggae musical The Harder They Come at the Adrienne Arsht Center. The event begins with a press conference at 11:00 am announcing the much-anticipated schedule for Miami Carnival’s 25th Anniversary Celebration which will be held on Sunday, October 11th at Bicentennial Park, Downtown, Miami.
This two-hour outdoor festival features a full lineup of performances:
– Live Music and DJ
– Junkanoo Parade
– Kids activities like face painting and carnival mask making
– Junior Carnival Fashion Show
– Caribbean Village Vendor Booths
– Delicious Caribbean snacks by Barton G
– Hosted by WZAB Radio host Mike Andrews
– And a special appearance by the cast of The Harder They Come, the musical based on the film that made reggae music and Jimmy Cliff an international sensation
SPECIAL OFFER FOR ATTENDEES!
From 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. ONLY at the Adrienne Arsht Center box office, guests at Carnival on the Plaza will have the exclusive opportunity to buy 2-for-1 tickets* for all performances of
The Harder They Come.
For more information call our box office at 305.949.6722.
* Ticket fees apply. Not valid on previously purchased tickets. Discount available on performances through September 5. LIMITED AVAILABILITY. Offer may expire without notice. Reserve your tickets today.
The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132

ArtCenter/South Florida Fundraiser for Children’s Story Time Program at The Viceroy Hotel Club 50 9/17/09

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Fundraiser for Children’s Story Time Program
September 17, 6-10pm
@ The Viceroy Hotel’s Club 50
485 Brickell Ave
Club 50 will donate a percentage of the bar proceeds from the evening to ArtCenter/South Florida to help support the continuation of Story Time-To RSVP, please call 305.674.8278 ext 15
Story Time is for 4-8 year olds and their parents or caregivers. This program is free of charge and happens monthly at the Doral Branch of the Miami Dade County Public Library. Each session features a book reading, an art project lead by Artist/Instructor Maria Gonzalez & a book giveaway. This program is supported by The Florida Center for the Literary Arts at Miami Dade Community College and by the Miami Dade County Public Library System. For upcoming dates, times, library address & featured books please visit ArtCenter’s web site @ www.artcentersf.org

Schnebly’s Friday Night at The Winery 8/28/09

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The Winery’s “Cool Summer Nights” Music Series presents
Friday Night with Pacific Rhythms
We invite you to enjoy the cool atmosphere of the Redland’s own tropical paradise. Cool down with a delicious bottle of wine and chill out with some of your fellow Winery fans, as we all enjoy the groovy sounds of live unplugged music. This 4th Friday, August 28th, the Winery will be having its “Cool Summer Nights” Music Series from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. We’re so excited to welcome the relaxing sounds of Hawaiian natives Pacific Rhythms. Their style represents true island music ranging from Hawaiian, Reggae, Country and dance music.
Check out www.pacificrhythmsfl.com to read more about them and listen to some of their music.

During the summer, in lieu of catered food, the Winery invites you to pick up a meal or pizza from our friends at the Capri Restaurant, from home or your local market. The Winery continues to offer its infamous wine specials you have come to love at Friday Night @ The Winery. Stop by our retail room and pair up your favorite wines with some of our delectable cheeses, grab an ice bucket, and enjoy an evening picnic under the stars.
Make sure to purchase your bottle during our Happy Hour – Buy a Bottle, Get One Free from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. inside our retail room. Also available in the retail room are gourmet cheeses and crackers for purchase.
Our friends at Capri Restaurant will be offering a selective menu this Friday for pick up. Certain items on the menu need to be ordered 24 hours in advance, so visit http://www.dinecapri.com or call Capri at 305-247-1542 for more information. If you mention Schnebly, you will receive a 10% discount on all food to-go.
* Catered food will not be available at the Winery for purchase during our summer series.
* No outside beverages will be allowed

Reserve your table!
We are offering our guests the opportunity to reserve their dining table with a credit card. Choose from our two options: Picnic Table (seats 6 people) $42 or Bar Table (seats 8 people) $56. The reservation fee does include the cover charge. Remember seating is limited, so pick your table and reserve now! We will be updating the Table Reservation Chart daily to show which tables are getting booked.
-Call 305-242-1224 to reserve your table today, or email events@schneblywinery.com

Talk And Book Signing By Senator Bob Graham at The Wolfsonion-FIU 8/28/09

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SPECIAL EVENT
Friday, August 28, 7pm
TALK AND BOOK SIGNING BY SENATOR BOB GRAHAM—Senator Bob Graham will discuss his new book, America: The Owner’s Manual, an insider’s guide to making the political system work for you. Designed with students in mind, this how-to book can be used by all to make politics a hands on activity, rather than the spectator sport it usually is. The Owner’s Manual is available in soft cover for $16.95 in The Dynamo Museum Shop or by contacting paola@thewolf.fiu.edu.

Senator Graham retired from public office in early 2005, spent the 2005–2006 academic year at Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government as a senior fellow, and is currently focusing his efforts on the “Bob Graham Center for Public Service at the University of Florida,” which trains the next generation of public leaders to solve public policy challenges facing Florida, the nation, and the Americas. Senator Graham currently serves as the Chairman for the Commission on the Prevention of Weapons of Mass Destruction Proliferation and Terrorism and was recently appointed to serve on the Financial Crisis Inquiry Commission. RSVP required: 305.535.2644 or lydia@thewolf.fiu.edu. Free reception follows.

DON’T FORGET…FREE GALLERY ADMISSION ON FRIDAYS FROM 6-9PM
Free admission begins at 6pm. Join us for a guided tour at 6pm and innovative programming at 7pm. Galleries remain open until 9pm.
1001 WASHINGTON AVENUE
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139
T 305.531.1001 F 305.531.2133
wolfsonian.org

One Night Stand Burlesque Show at SET 8/29/09

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GET SET UP Saturdays presents a One Night Stand with Elena Lee featuring a scandalous burlesque show and her very special birthday celebration at SET Nightclub. Featuring open format sounds by Ron Luna followed by sexy vocal house music from resident Chicco Secci to close the night off right. We look forward to seeing you there…
Saturay, August 29th 2009
One Night Stand
INFORMATION \\ RESERVE A TABLE

Mano Santa vs Djinji Brown, Mathew Jonson live at Electric Pickle 8/27-29/09

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*Thursday Night: “Stop Drop n’ Roll”
The Jacuzzi Boys live* djs Lliam, the Hatian Hillbillie & Grand Torino
$3 beer specials & 2/4/1 Jack Daniels specialty cocktails
doors 10pm -5am

*Friday night: the Electric Pickle & Link present
Mathew Jonson (Wagon Repair/ Vancouver) live & Dj set
w/ Will Renuart (Boogie, EP28/ Miami), Simon Wish & Danyelino
Downstairs: tomas (Aquabooty Miami)
Terron Darby (Aquabooty NYC) & Strickly B
doors 10pm – 5am

*Saturday Night “Afro Brazil vs Afro Bionic.. Mano Santa & Djinji Brown”
Mistura Fina to Shake your Rompompom!
Explosive live Brazilian percussion group Mano Santa and dj Djinji Brown (Yoruba Records/ Afro Bionic)
take you on a unique musical journey, that will open your mind and move your ass!
doors 10pm -5am
Rsvp: tomas@aquabooty.com
the Electric Pickle
Cocktail lounge & Music emporium
2826 North Miami Ave. Wynwood Arts District

Undefined Intake at ArtServe 8/29/09

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Undefined! – Intake this Saturday
August 29, 2009 at ArtServe from 10am – 2pm
This is an Abstract Show! ArtServe introduces colors, shapes and forms to the JM Family Enterprises Gallery. Abstract art is defined as art that has no reference to any figurative reality. In its wider definition the term describes art that depicts real forms in a simplified or rather reduced way – keeping only an allusion of the original natural subject.

ELEGIBILITY: Undefined! is open to ArtServe members as well as nonmembers and students. All artwork entered must reflect “non-figurative art,” “non-objective art,” and “non-representational art”.

MEDIA FOR GALLERY SHOW: Open theme, open media. Artwork of any media will be accepted. The Curator has final acceptance of content. Selection for this show will be based upon space availability.

CRITERIA: Ribbons will be awarded for artistic excellence which includes concept and mastery of technique. The show will be judged by Frank Balzano and Linda Weeks.

AWARDS: Ribbons will be presented as follows:
Best in Show
1st Place
2nd Place
3rd Place

ENTRY/FEES: Undefined! will be open to members of ArtServe as well as non-members & students. The exhibit is FREE to members Up to TWO 2D or 3D pieces of artwork or up to TEN pieces of jewelry may be entered. Artists may enter a THIRD 2D or 3D piece at an additional cost of $5 per piece. 2D artwork must be wired for hanging and may not exceed 60” wide x 60” tall. Jewelry must be tagged prior to intake with a description of each piece and the 25% gallery mark up retail price already on the tag. A 25% mark-up on all artwork will apply.

Member Fee – FREE (2D & 3D – Two pieces of artwork only!)
(Jewelry – 10 pieces only!)
Non-member Fee – $40
Student Fee – $15 (2D & 3D – ONE piece per student, 5 pieces of Jewelry)
Click here to download application (Word document)

1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 954-462-8190

Shuichi Take Summer Soiree with Make A Wish Foundation of Southern Florida 9/3/09

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Discover the Shuichi Take Fitness Club during our Summer Soiree
Thursday, September 3, 2009, 7:00-10:00 p.m.
Shuichi Take Fitness Club
3250 NE 1st Avenue #504 in Midtown Miami
Featuring passarounds by Michelle Bernstein and Michael Schwartz, cocktails including the signature “Take-tini” courtesy of Russian Standard Vodka and a dazzling fashion show by Rumeur Boutique. This exhilarating evening will also feature the opportunity to bid on fabulous silent auction items.
Dress: Miami Chic
Minimum donation of $5 to attend
RSVP to Patty Escobar
954-967-9474 ext. 311 or pescobar@sflawish.org
All proceeds to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Southern Florida.
Shuichi Take Fitness Club
305.856.4588
www.shuichitakfitness.com info@shuichitakefitness.com

Water Efficiency & Management for South Florida Speaker Series 8/27/09

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Please join us!
WATER EFFICIENCY & MANAGEMENT FOR SOUTH FLORIDA
Thursday, August 27, 2009 6PM-8PM
Metro 1 Green Building Resource Center | 120 NE 27th ST #200, Miami, FL 33137
FREE for Members | $5 for Non-Members
This seminar will focus on water saving and water capturing technologies, with an emphasis on solutions tailored to South Florida. Other topics include the basic environmental science of water related issues in South Florida, future trends in water management, and implications of current water management strategies.
Speakers include Mark Gunia of Alterna Corp., Jack Burden of Raindrop Cisterns and Erich Dautel from the Metro 1 GBRC.
RSVP TODAY and get free entry! Offer expires 08.26.09 @ 6PM
For more information visit www.metro1gbrc.com or call 305.571.9991
Want to get involved? We are always seeking volunteers to help us in anyway they can! If you want to inspire others and be a part of this exciting green building movement email us today!
Metro 1 Green Building Resource Center | 120 NE 27th Street #200 | Miami, FL | 33137
O: 305.571.9991 F: 305.571.9661 E: info@metro1gbrc.com W: www.metro1gbrc.com

Broward House reception at Mai Kai Restaurant for Hopes Heroes 9/1/09

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Please join Broward House as our guest on Tuesday September 1, from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at Mai Kai Restaurant for a reception to introduce you to our newest class of Hopes Heroes. This new class will include such dignitaries and business owners as:
Mary Bondi – In The Loop Business Directory and Community Pages
Ted Adcock – Remax Partners
Tom Runyan & George Castrataro – Runyan Law Firm
Mimi Sadler & Joan Gallo
Timothy Desmond & Richard Guerette – Red Line Media Group & Waterworks
and will join our past heroes which include;
Carol Moran – New Moon Bar
Chad Thilborger – Stonewall Library
Christine Hansen – Century 21
Morgan Cornicom – Diplomat Pharmacy
Tracy Black – KFC Catering
Doug Tinklepaugh – Pinnacle Constructors
Rachel Haratz – Brilliant Inovations
Michael Albetta – Maroone Ford
Howard Cohen – Wachovia Bank
Dr. Donna Watson – A Place of Health
Dennis Newman – Serle Law Offices
Karl Nichols – Bank Atlantic
Coleman Prewitt – Seidman, Prewitt, DiBello & Lopez
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Mai Kai Restaurant
3599 N. Federal Hwy
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Please RSVP to NAdams@BrowardHouse.org
or 954.522.4749 x 1222

Champion Sound Presents ‘The Crew’ with Guest MC Punchanello 8/26/09

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Wednesday, August 26th
@ The Electric Pickle
Doors at 10p
21 & Up
CHAMPION SOUND Presents…
This Weeks GUEST MC: PUNCH3NELLO
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGdhHKJQM
http://www.browardpalmbeach.com/2008-06-26/music/punch-drunk&page=18
This Weeks GUEST DJ: LOS ROC
http://www.brokenbeatradio.com/shows/bbradio-022805.html
w/ Champion Sound DJs:
A-Train
Mr. Brown
Sire Esq.
Check out Pictures from our Recent events courtesy of Chez Mille
Located @ The Electric Pickle
2826 N. Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33127
Drink Specials:
☛FREE COCKTAILS☚ for LADIES till 11:30p
☛$5 ALL BEERS/ALL NIGHT☚
Champion Sound Web Links:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ChampionSound
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/TheGrandGroove

From A Strange Town – One-Person Exhibition By Vicente Hernández at Cernuda Arte Opening 9/4/09

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FROM A STRANGE TOWN
A ONE-PERSON EXHIBITION BY VICENTE HERNÁNDEZ at Cernuda Arte

OPENING RECEPTION WITH THE ARTIST: FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 7-10 P.M.

Cernuda Arte will host an exhibition of artwork by contemporary Cuban artist, Vicente Hernández entitled, From a Strange Town. The exhibit which inaugurated at the Servando Gallery in Havana will now show in Miami, Florida. The artist has been granted a visitor’s visa by the US government to attend the Opening Reception of his solo show at the gallery on Friday, September 4, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Vicente Hernández has had one-person exhibitions in Cuba, The Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, Panama, Venezuela, Spain, and the United States. This will be the artist’s second personal exhibition in the USA. Hernández resides with his family in Batabanó, Cuba and is represented by Cernuda Arte world-wide.

The exhibition, From a Strange Town, comprises more than thirty works on canvas and is accompanied by a thirty-six page full color catalog. Hernández’ paintings, grand in scale and vibrant colors, reveal a convoluted universe in which surreal elements and artifacts of multifarious nature move and float freely about in navigable seas and skies. Inspired by his native surroundings in Batabanó (a fisherman’s town south of Havana), the artist approaches his main plastic discourse – the massive migrations of people – from a contemporary perspective. In a distinct style of his own, the painter renders riveting and thought-provoking images, reminiscent of noteworthy painters who have marked history.

As professor, art critic and curator, Alejandro Anreus comments,
“…Recently I encountered the work of a young painter living and working in Cuba which has simply amazed me. His name is Vicente Hernández. He is a native son of Batabanó and a painter with a capital P. His pictures, canvases that range in size from the modest to the monumental, are synthesis of good drawing, balanced composition and painterly colors. Floating neighborhoods and islands inhabit his paintings, as do boats and ships, towers and flying machines. Within each one of these universes we encounter other worlds, where people struggle, make love, dream and escape, while animals are curious witnesses to human folly. Although I might find some antecedent “family member” within Cuban painting in Hernández’ work… I choose to see him as a homegrown Brueghel from Batabanó. Like the Flemish master, Hernández is very much a moralist with a compassionate sense of humor. Brueghel was anchored in the humanism of Erasmus. I have been told Hernández is a devout Baptist, therefore he is probably anchored in this most libertarian of Christian faiths.”

September Van Dyke Music Schedule 2009

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SEPTEMBER-efly for the UPstairs
AUGUST MUSIC SCHEDULE at the VAN DYKE CAFE.
Showcasing the best in Jazz, Rock, Latin, Brazilian, Funk, Blues, and Songwriters, the VAN DYKE continues its musical legacy live on Lincoln Road and on our nightly webcam broadcasts (http://www.thevandykecafe.com).
We are committed to providing the highest quality of music OF ALL STYLES 7 nights a week in a fun concert style venue. We also feature the “TWILIGHT SERIES” which is a monthly outdoor VAN DYKE Lincoln Road music festival from 5-9pm.
We also present our monthly “VINTAGE SOUL”, a live music showcase and open mike night featuring the best in R&B, Funk, Jazz and Neo Soul.
SEPTEMBER Schedule
1- Jazzilla Jazz, funk/fusion rock/pop.
2- Maryel Epps Diva of song and love.
3- Gaucho A tribute to the music of Steely Dan.
4- Jessie Jones Jr. Sax Sensation on the jazz charts with his new cd.
5- Ike & Val Woods Revue. Soul and blues revue.
6- Sunshine jazz organization presents Jazz Night Out featuring Brenda Alford and Friends
7- Joshua Stedman Original compositions influences of Sting, Stevie Wonder, Jamiroquai & Seal.
8- Rodolfo Zuniga Original contemporary Jazz.
9- Pat de Leon Solo acoustic blues & Latin mojo songster.
10- KCC Productions presents Felipe Lamoglia Grammy-winner. Afro-Cuban, Brazilian Jazz fusion.
11- KCC Productions presents Sammy Figueroa and Sally’s Tomato The music of Cal T Jader.
12- Fat King Bulla Bilingual Rock, Reggae, Hip Hop & Latin sounds.
13- Oriente Afro-Cuban fusion.
14- Sol Ruiz Psychedelic Cuban Blues.
15- Shelly Berg Group World renown pianist.
16- Nicole Yarling Band Violinist & vocalist.
17- KCC Productions presents Dmitriy Klevenskiy Ensemble Pianist of caviar-quality jazz
18- Rose Max Brazilian samba party.
19- Palo! Mix of Afro-Cuban, funk and jazz.
20- Phoenixstar Ent. Presents Vintage Soul Night R&B, Funk, and Neo soul. Featuring an “Open Mic Hour”
21- Jimmy Ruccolo Blues and Beyond.
22- Airplay featuring Randy Singer Smooth jazz, Bebop, Blues.
23- Jame Ousley Trio featuring pianist Joe Davidian & Austin McMahon.
24- KCC Productions presents The Mitch Frohman Ensemble Top Mambo and Salsa by Tito Puente’s former music director and leader of the Bronx Horns.
25- Artist of the month, Iko Iko Twilight Series 5-9pm. Blues and acoustic Funk Lanzallamas! Afro-latin-america world beat mezcla.
26- Tony Succar y el Grupo Mixtura Latin Jazz. A journey through S. America and Latin Caribbean.
27- Songwriter Jam Sessions Guys with Guitars plus one girl.
28- Rick Krive Smooth jazz and vocals.
29- Mike Gerber Solo piano virtuoso
30- The South Nine Ensemble Keep the rich tradition of Jazz alive.

SoBizMiami.com Official Launch Event for Headspin Media 9/1/09

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Join SoBizMiami as we launch HeadSpin Media, the newest form of creative advertising and media in South Florida! HeadSpin Media is focused on providing dynamic mobile outdoor advertising and promotions. Advertising will be place on scooter-pulled trailers that have back-lit scrolling billboards. This advertising will be routed on heavily traveled tourist routes, pinpointed to specific geographic location based on input from our clients, or historical advertising data.
Date: September 1st, 2009
Time: 6:00 – 9:00pm
Location: Badrutt’s Place, 1250 South Miami Avenue, Miami, FL
Cost: FREE!
Open Bar from 6-7pm
Afterparty @ Dream Nightclub – 1532 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL – 9pm – close
MAKE SURE YOU RSVP HERE!: http://headspinmedialaunch.eventbrite.com

Tuesday is the new Saturday at Florida Room with Brendan O’Hara and The Big Bounce 8/25/09

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Hope to see you this Tuesday at the Florida Room for The Big Bounce Live and our favorite party of the week. I’ve attached a copy of our new flyer… Please pass it around to your friends/post it on fbook/whatever. New faces are always welcome!
And, find The Big Bounce on Facebook to become a fan! Here’s a link to our page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Big-Bounce-Brendan-OHara-Komakozie/103374082794
If you’re not already familiar, The Big Bounce (Brendan O’Hara & Komakozie) plays every Tuesday night at the Florida Room, regularly at the Clevelander, once a month at ELLA in NYC and at other amazing venues around town. The duo is accompanied by a rotating cast of Miami’s most talented musicians like Joe Rehmer on upright bass and Patrick Converse on the trumpet. You can get a feel for their blend of rock, blues and, what we like to call, hip drop by going to www.bigbouncemusic.com. There’s a collection of tracks for you to listen to on the music page and there are also several videos for your viewing pleasure on the homepage ; )
www.bigbouncemusic.com

Happy Hour For a Cause at River Lounge at the Epic Hotel for Oscar Projects 8/28/09

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Happy Hour For a Cause
At River Lounge at the Epic Hotel
DATE: Friday, August 28, 2009
TIME: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
LOCATION: 270 Biscayne Bay Way (just over the drawbridge on Brickell Ave on the Miami River)
No Cover. $5.00 Valet Parking.
A portion of the evening’s bar sales will benefit The Oscar Project.
**Please forward this invitation to all your friends and colleagues**
Come have drink after work or before you go out. We hope to see you there!
www.oscarproject.org

New Open Mic at Hurricane Grill & Wings 8/26/09

Inviting you this and every Wednesday for a night of fun and entertainment as we take the stage again starting August 26th 2009
“Open Mic Wednesdays at Hurricane Grill & Wings”
Musicians, Songwriters, Comedians, Dancers, Poets, Playwrights and All Entertainers Welcome.
Come join us, bring your talent & favorite Instrument, we provide the stage, PA, drum kit & amps.
Prizes & Giveaways from Sam Ash Music, Smokey’s Novelties & MTA
$1.50 Draft Specials
$ 2.00 Shots
Frozen Drinks
Location: Hurricane Grill & Wings
14211 SW 42 Street ( Bird Road)
Miami, Fl, 33175
305 226 2468
www.hurricanewings.com
Wednesdays, 9pm till Midnight
All ages’ welcome
Presented by Coconut Grove Live and Music Talent Associates
http://musictalentassociates.com
http://coconutgrovelive.blogspot.com/

Gusman’s Summer Flickin’ Movies FlashDance 8/27/09

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This isn’t your ordinary night out at the movies. Flickin’ Summer Movies gives you a chance to enjoy classic films like you’ve never done before. There’s a happy hour at Gusman’s majestic foyer followed by a movie classic at the most beautiful theater imagineable. The acoustics at Gusman are superb, which brings us to the after-party. DJ Pauer transforms the stage into a disco with pulsating hits from the 80’s. Congratulations to Margaret Lake, Director at the Gusman for presenting such an original way to celebrate the past at such an extraoridinaryhistorical landmark. Make plans to attend the next Summer Movies at Gusman:
Thursday, August 27th: Flashdance
All flicks start at 7:00 p.m. Happy hour at the theater starts at 6:00 p.m. and features $3 beers and $5 Captain Morgan rum cocktails. During happy hour, guests can enter their names for a raffle with prizes provided by local merchants. Immediately following each flick, guests will be invited onto the stage for a dance party with DJ Pauer spinning, plus a chance to compete for prizes including “Best ‘80s Dressed” and “Best Dancers.”
The “Flickin’ Summer” series is a benefit for the Gusman Center and is sponsored by:
Friends of Gusman and the Miami Downtown Development Authority.
For more information, call the Gusman Center box office at 305-372-0925.
Gusman Center
174 E. Flagler Street
Miami, FL. 33131
305-374-2444
Tickets on Sale at Ticketmaster

Save $10 on tickets to see The Harder They Come at the Adrienne Arsht Center 9/6/09

Save $10 on tickets to see The Harder They Come-LIVE! A jammin’ reggae musical based on the 70’s Jimmy Cliff Film on Sunday, September 6 at 2pm OR 8pm.
The Harder They Come
Ziff Ballet Opera House
A hard-driving, irresistible musical celebration! Young singer Ivan Martin heads to Kingston with dreams of becoming a reggae star, but a corrupt and drug-fueled music industry drives him into a fast and furious life as Jamaica’s most-wanted outlaw and most-celebrated underground star. Accompanied by a killer band of outstanding reggae musicians, the cast performs all the classic songs from the film soundtrack, including “By The Rivers of Babylon,” the title song, and the unforgettable global phenomenon, “You Can Get It If You Really Want.”
To redeem this offer, visit http://www.arshtcenter.org/tickets/account/login.aspx
and log in using the following discount code to receive the discount for the performance listed above: DANCEHALL
This special offer is only available online for the shows listed and is not available at the box office window or through the box office call center. If you have trouble accessing the online discount, please call Group Sales at 786-468-2358.

Dine Magazine Happy Hour at Coco Asian Bistro in Fort Lauderdale 8/27/09

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Join us for Happy Hour in Fort Lauderdale
DATE: Thurs, August 27
TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
LOCATION: Coco Asian Bistro, 1841 Cordova Rd in Fort Lauderdale
Dine Magazine will be hosting a Fort Lauderdale Happy Hour event at an incredible Asian restaurant on August 27. Join us for a glass of wine (Bliss SchoolHouse Red, Bliss Pinot Noir or Brutocao Sauvignon Blanc) and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Coco Asian Bistro & Bar offers Asian fusion in an upscale environment unlike anything in Fort Lauderdale. They offer modern versions of traditional sushi rolls, fusion dishes and a variety of specials that change weekly.
When: Thursday, August 27
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Where: Coco Asian Bistro, 1841 Cordova Road in Fort Lauderdale in the Harbor Shops
Cost: $10 (includes a glass of wine and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres)
Buy your tickets today to secure your spot.
Menu
Egg Rolls
Edamame
Asian Dumplings
Chicken Satay
Assorted Sushi

Global Vybz Entertainment Presents Reggae Bash 2009 at the James L. Knight Center 10/31/09

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The successful Global Vybz Entertainment (GVE) is excited to announce Reggae Bash 2009. The show will take place on October 31, 2009 at 7:30pm and will be held in the heart of downtown Miami at the extravagant James L. Knight Center. GVE is teaming up with artists and sponsors to assure an awesome evening with top notch entertainers.

Global Vybz Entertainment was created by the very talented Andrew Minott. Andrew has been in the music production and management business since 1991 then expanded to producing shows in 1997. Business partner Charles (ChuckB) Higgins entered the industry of artist management and movie production in 1993 and furthered his career working for Capital Records. Both Andrew and ChuckB established their careers by producing remarkable work and numerous triumphant shows. Chuck and Andrew began working together in 2000 both sharing a vision and passion, thus developing GVE. GVE was given its name due to the idea that full service entertainment company is not local but global. The company specializes in production, promotion, event consulting and artist management. Focused on providing the best entertainment GVE is committed to the delivering superior quality, high energy and the greatest talent in the industry through the production and promotion of any event – music, fashion or sports. GVE’s mission to work hard and being dedicated in order to build a strong relationship with both partners and clients, thus creating a strong production company hence only cultivating a win win situation.

GVE last event went down as “Beres Hammond” Best performance in South Florida. The “Beres Hammond Concert” took place over Independence weekend on Friday July 3rd at the James L. Knight Center and featured top artists Maxi Priest, Sugar Minott and Culture. The show was a huge success. GVE is now busy producing another show Reggae Bash 2009 that is guaranteed to be phenomenal. The line up for the show is exceptional, featuring the Reggae Icon “Buju Banton” aka Gargamel and the astounding Reggae sensation “Wayne Wonder” along with more entertainers to be added. GVE is absolutely thankful for their sponsors. The sponsors are as follows: Golden Krust Restaurant in Pembroke Pines, Moments (Party with a Purpose), Hype Radio 1170 AM -Fort Lauderdale, John Alessi Pr Firm, Partyspree.com, Tru-Juice, Whatagwan.com, EventsRUsonline.com, CouponsofSouthFlorida.com and M Ozyn.

To inquire about sponsorship and media opportunities for the Reggae Bash 2009 show please contact Charles Higgins via e-mail at chuckbfla@hotmail.com. Vendors who are interested in renting a booth or patrons seeking more information about the event please call 954-801-2257.

APAI presents a tribute to Ali Akbar Khan 8/29/09

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This message is forwarded to you on behalf of the Association for the Performing Arts of India:

APAI is presenting a tribute to Indian sarod master Ali Akbar Khan next Saturday at the Fort Lauderdale Main Library, featuring Dr. Rajeeb Chakraborty (sarod), Reena Shrevastava (sitar) and Pandit Subhen Chatterjee (tabla).
Tickets are $15 and $25 through ticketweb.com or call 866-468-7630

Sitar,Sarod and Tabla Concert and Dinner with the Artist after the concert featuring Dr.Rajeeb Chakraborty on Sarod,Reena Shrevastava on Sitar,Subhen Chatterjee on Tabla

Saturday, Aug 29, 2009 5:30 PM EDT (5:30 PM Doors)
– Saturday, Aug 29, 2009 9:00 PM EDT
at Broward Main Library Theatre
in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dr. Rajeeb Chakraborty:: breathes an astounding versatility of self-expression as a musician, an educationist, music composer and conductor. Rajeeb started learning Sarod at he tender age of six from his father.He began performing from the early age of 9 years and has taken part in all the major music festivals and concerts in India for more than three decades. His talent has been taking him across the globe from United States, Canada to all over the western European block where he has participated in innumerous concerts and major festivals. Reena Chakraborty Shrivastava On Sitar: Reena C. Shrivastava was born in a musical family. She started sitar at the age of five under the tutelage of her father. Reena performed on the stage at the age of 9.Her performances earned her reviews not only in India but also abroad. Her extensive tours have earned fame and recognition in India, Europe, U.S.A. and Canada. Subhen Chatterjee is one of the best known tabla players of India today. Subhen has been accompanying almost all top ranking musicians quite successfully in major music conferences both in India and abroad for the past 20 years and thus has earned a very good name both from the audiences as well as the press.

Future Classic Festival at SOHO Studios Miami 9/12/09

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Headliners include:
N.E.R.D, Awesome New Republic, Spam All Stars, Locos Por Juana, Volumen Cero, Afrobeta, Suenalo, Mayday, Artofficial, Jorge Moreno, The Hongs, Soniko, Elastic Bond, Fusik, Bachaco, Butta Verses, The Morning Flesh Project, Ketchy Shuby, Lex One, DJ Danny Daze, Contra, Tom Laroc, Induce, DJ Elle, Aramis, DJ Pauer, Ray Milian, DJ Artime, Haviken Hayes, Cynic, Stevie D, DJ Keen One, DJ DBJ, Pusher FM
+ more headliners to be announced…
Future Classic Festival will bring a revolutionary event experience combining music, art, dancing, actions sports, video gaming and much much more.
Event Features:
> Three areas of music, 2 live stages 1 DJ area featuring world renowned musicians. The DJ area will be all 3D
> Art exhibitions & installations, live painting, video and graffiti by South Florida’s top artists
> Video Gaming area with over 20 stations where Pro and amateur alike can go head to head
> Skate ramp with exhibitions by top skateboarders
> Dance exhibitions by some of the world best dancers and crews
> Rescue Earth is producing the Eco Village and Rescue Dojo (in the VIP area) for the Green initiative
> Food court featuring over 10 top local restaurants
> VIP gifting suite
> Sweat Records on site shop
> Vendors Village
> SoMe Designs fashion show
VIP PACKAGE
(you must be 21 years or older to purchase VIP tickets)
> separate entrance into the festival for rapid entry
> food sampling from all the 10+ on site restaurants
> full access to exclusive VIP areas in all 3 rooms
> fully furnished with comfortable seating
> VIP bars with a wide selection of liquor and beer
> VIP viewing areas that gets you close to the stages
> gifting bags
Order Tickets Online
Event Features:
-Three areas of music, 2 live stages 1 DJ area featuring world renowned musicians. The DJ area will be all 3D
-Art exhibitions & installations, live painting, video and graffiti by South Florida’s top artists
-Video Gaming area with over 20 stations where Pro and amateur alike can go head to head
-Skate ramp with exhibitions by top skateboarders
-Dance exhibitions by some of the world best dancers and crews
– Eco Village and Rescue Dojo (in the VIP area) produced by Rescue Earth for the green initiative
-Fashion show by SoMe Designs
Headliners include:
N.E.R.D www.myspace.com/nerdofficial
Awesome New Republic www.myspace.com/awesomenewrepublic
Spam All Stars www.myspace.com/spamallstars
Locos Por Juana www.myspace.com/locosporjuana
Volumen Cero www.myspace.com/volumenceromusic
Afrobeta www.myspace.com/afrobeta
Suenalo www.myspace.com/suenalo
Mayday www.myspace.com/firstdayofmay
Artofficial www.myspace.com/weareartofficial
Jorge Moreno www.myspace.com/jorgemoreno
The Hongs www.myspace.com/hongs
Soniko www.myspace.com/soniko
Elastic Bond www.myspace.com/theelasticbond
Fusik www.myspace.com/fusikmusik
Bachaco www.myspace.com/bachacomusic
Butta Verses www.myspace.com/buttaverses
The Morning Flesh Project www.myspace.com/themorningfleshproject
Kethy Shuby www.myspace.com/ketchyshubymia
Lex One www.myspace.com/lexone
DJ Danny Daze www.myspace.com/djdannydaze
Contra www.myspace.com/upupdowndownleftrightleftright
Tom Laroc www.myspace.com/djtomlaroc
Induce www.myspace.com/induce1
DJ Elle www.myspace.com/djelle
Aramis www.myspace.com/aramislorie
DJ Pauer www.myspace.com/gunsallies
Ray Milian www.myspace.com/raymilian
DJ Artime www.facebook.com/DJArtime
Haviken Hayes www.myspace.com/havikenhayes
DJ Keen One www.myspace.com/keenone
DJ DBJ www.myspace.com/djdbj
Pusher FM www.myspace.com/pusherfm
Cynic www.myspace.com/only1cynic

Guys Richards “Bipolar Man” Comedy Tour ‘Hits’ Seminole Hard Rock Casino Improv 8/26/09

Guys Richards “Bipolar Man” Comedy Tour ‘HITS’ Seminole Hard Rock Casino, IMPROV.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26TH, 2009, 8pm
HardRock Improv
Seminole Paradise
5700 Seminole Way
Hollywood, FL 33314 USA
Guy Richards gears his humor toward himself as he is truly bipolar. Guy was diagnosed in 2000, with a severe Bipolar disorder. Guy has now taken his Illness, as well as his trials and tribulations and brings it to the stage into a brighter light with his comic abilities; to let others know it is ok and everything is possible and nothing is impossible. Richards passes on a powerful message, not only with his comedy, but also doing lectures relating to his condition.
As a performer, Richards is a versatile and multi-talented entertainer. He sings, dances, does characterizations, produces and directs. His high energy comedy is not only infectious but contagious. Richards is whacky, zany and full of life. He has appeared on Television, in Films on Broadway, in Las Vegas and Atlantic City, Casino Magic, Ballys and tours nationwide. Richards is currently shooting a new film on Miami’s famous South Beach. He recently finished an award-winning documentary film entitled “Mr. Laughs A Look Behind The Curtain.” DVD Now available on amonzon.com (Mr. Laughs). Guy will soon be shooting another movie entitled “Chicago Blues,” starring William Forsythe, Daniel Baldwin, Michael Chinn, Sal Richards and other cast members..
For more information visit: www.guyrichardstv.com or ww w.guyrichards.com

Valentino The Last Emperor Presented By Miami International Fashion Week 9/24/09

valentino_eviteMatt Tyrnauer, Director/Producer
Matt Tyrnauer is a Special Correspondent at Vanity Fair magazine, where he has worked since 1992. His feature articles include profiles of Martha Stewart (the August 2005 post-prison cover story, and a 2001 profile), Valentino Garavani, Siegfried and Roy, Tommy Hilfiger, Philippe Starck, Frank Gehry, producer Robert Evans, actor Greg Kinnear, and writer Bret Easton Ellis. “Valentino The Last Emperor” is his first film.
Buy Tickets
Valentino The Last Emperor
September 24, 2009
Lincon Road Theater • 541 Lincon Rd. • Miami Beach,FL
6:00 Exclusive VIP Reception with Director Matt Tyrnauer
7:00 Cocktail Reception
8:00 Discussion with Director Matt Tyrnauer
8:30 Film Screening
Vist the official website at www.valentinomovie.com

An evening of networking at The Grill on the Alley in Aventura 8/25/09

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DATE: Tuesday, August 25
TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
LOCATION: The Grill on the Alley, 19501 Biscayne Blvd (in the Aventura Mall)
COST: $10 (includes 1 glass of wine and a selection of hors d’oeuvres)
RSVP and prepay today
Everyone who attends will be entered into a raffle to win one of two $50 gift certificates. In addition, The Grill will be offering us fabulous specials for anyone who would like to stay for dinner – you can either order off the Miami Spice menu or receive $20 off your check (mi nimum purchase required). In addition to the wine specials being offered for the evening, Skyy Martinis will be only $7

Grand Opening Piano Man Wednesdays at Crescendos Piano Bar 8/26/09

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Piano Man Wednesdays
“Finally, a piano bar in South Beach!”
GRAND OPENING
Wednesday, August 26th
Piano Man Wednesdays Please join us for the Grand Opening of a new weekly piano bar night on Wednesday, August 26th. The best piano player/singers from all over the country will be flown in to entertain you on a weekly basis.
This beautiful, new piano bar and lounge just opened at the east end of Lincoln Road and is located in the Di Lido Building at the Ritz Carlton (between Collins Avenue and the ocean path).
The piano is built into the stunning granite bar. And, there are tambourines for those who feel the need to jam along with the piano.
The weekly guest artists perform from 8pm to 1am.
There is no cover charge.
Crescendos Piano Bar
113 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach
305.674.1787
www.crescendos.org
This Week’s Guest: Barry Rocklin
Barry Rocklin has been a mainstay on the international piano bar circuit for most of the past decade—between stints as musical director for renown musical productions from Miami to Montreal. Barry has journeyed from his home in suburban Boston to piano engagements at some of the world’s finest piano bars and hotel lounges, including venues in Germany, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, Japan, Iceland and Poland. And he is a favorite on board the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line.
Barry is a brilliant pianist with a strong voice, boundless enthusiasm and a performance flair uniquely his own. His love for music is obvious and infectious. With a memorized repertoire of more than 2,500 songs, Barry puts on a show guaranteed to surprise, energize and entertain audiences everywhere.

CCEMiami Chicle Back To School Celebration 8/29/09

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FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH
BACK TO SCHOOL CELEBRATION
DATE: 08-29-2009
TIME: 11 AM

Let’s celebrate the beggining of a new school year with the show of Agapito and Enriqueta
Saturday August 29, 11 AM
CCEMiami, 800 Douglas Road, Suite 170
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Recommended for the whole family. Reservations are required and availability is limited, so reserve now by sending an email to prensa@ccemiami.org with the name, age of the child and contact information. For information call 305.448.9677 or www.ccemiami.org

The summer is over and we’re going back to school. Yes, it’s a reason to celebrate. We invite you to join us at CHICLE with one of the most entertaining shows in Miami: The show of Agapito and Enriqueta, featuring a puppet theatre show, stilts, a juggling show and lots of surprises!

CCEMiami continues with CHICLE, a series of free monthly children’s programming offered TWICE a month on the second and last Saturday at 11 AM, that offers a great variety of cultural and interactive events in Spanish to create a forum where children learn and have fun. CCEMiami is a non profit organization based in Miami dedicated to foster culture and cooperation by means of a permanent roster of cultural activities.

Wine Dinner Tuscan Hills Wines with chef Michael Psilakis at Eos restaurant Viceroy 8/25/09

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The successful Wine Dinner Series at Viceroy Miami continues this month with an exciting showcase of Tuscan Hills Wines paired with the dishes of Michelin Star Award winning Chef Michael Psilakis.
Begin the evening with a wine reception, followed by a sumptuous 4-course dinner at our signature restaurant, Eos.
Tuesday, August 25, 7pm-9pm.
View Menu PDF
$95 per person all inclusive of tax & gratuity with complimentary valet complimentary. To make your reservation, please call 305 503 4400 ext. 7151

Jamal at the Improv Coconut Grove 8/26/09

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You are Invited
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 26TH
@ The IMPROV COMEDY CLUB
•••8:00PM•••
Featuring Stand-Up Comedy by
JAMAL HATTAR
Guest Performers:
RAMON GARCIA
PAM BRUNO
DAVID BERRY
JOE GREER
For Info: (305)476-8111
IMPROV | 3390 Mary Street, Coconut Grove, FL 33133

Nikki Beach World Famous Sunday Brunch 8/23/09

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WORLD FAMOUS SUNDAY BRUNCH
11AM – 4PM
Don’t forget our award-winning Sunday Brunch running from 11AM. to 4PM. Plus, feel free to dine on our amazing selection of fresh seafood and menu items as well as enjoy VIP bottle and beverage service from any of our lounge beds.
CLICK HERE to view our Brunch Menu (PDF Format)
Accepting reservations for parties of 10 or more;
Please call 305.538.1111 or email reservations.miami@nikkibeach.com
For more information call 305-538-1111 or for VIP Tables please email viptables.miami@nikkibeach.com

From the Wolfson Archives: Historic Footage of the Civil Rights Movement in Miami at Historical Museum of Southern Florida 11/19/09

From the Wolfson Archives: Historic Footage of the Civil Rights Movement in Miami
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 6:30 PM FREE
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
101 West Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33130
Watch historic footage from the Lynn and LouisWolfson II Florida Moving Image Archives about Miami’s struggle for equality, including lunch counter sit-ins and protest marches. Hear what important community leaders thought about segregation and the African American battle for equal rights. Share your reactions to this fascinating period in South Florida history.
For more information call 305.375.1492 or visit www.hmsf.org.

Historical Museum of Southern Florida Integrating Miami’s Schools 10/15/09

Integrating Miami’s Schools
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 6:30 PM FREE
Historical Museum of Southern Florida
101 West Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33130
The desegregation of schools was a slow process in South Florida, but by the late 1950s and early 1960s Miami’s schools were increasingly becoming integrated. Hear personal accounts from some of the first African American, Haitian and Jamaican students to enter predominantly white schools such as Killian High School, Miami Edison High School and Arvida Middle School.
Panelists
Elizabeth Charlton, Curriculum Support Specialist, Miami-Dade Public Schools;
Gala Brown Munnings, Director of Field Education, School of Social Work, Barry University;
Claudine Sada, Translator, Government Information Center, Miami-Dade County.
For more information call 305.375.1492 or visit www.hmsf.org.

Tribal Arts Society Lecture 9/23/09

Tribal Arts Society Lecture
Wednesday, September 23, 2009, 7:30 PM
Cuban Heritage Collection, 2nd Floor, Richter Library
Orisha Aesthetics
Presented by Dr. Michelle Gonzalez Maldonado, UM Assistant Professor of Religious Studies and Esperanza B. de Varona, Chair of the Cuban Heritage Collection, UM Richter Library.

The presentation will use the Oricha series of drawings by Cuban-born artist Alberto del Pozo (1945-1992) to explore the aesthetics of Afro-Cuban deities and beliefs.

The lecture will take place at the Cuban Heritage Collection, 2nd floor, Richter Library on the University of Miami campus. There will be refreshments from 7:30-8 PM and the presentation from 8-9 PM with questions afterward.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT T.A.S. CLICK HERE

Lowedown Happy Hour 9/3/09

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LOWEDOWN Happy Hour
Thursday, September 3, 2009, 7-9 PM; Lecture 7:30 PM
Art Attack @ the Lowe!
The Lowe starts off its’ LoweDown Happy Hour season with an Art Attack!
JoinTravel Channel® host, Lee Sandstead, for a riveting discussion about art
appreciation. The lecture begins at 7:30 pm.
Enjoy beverages provided by Bacardi®, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly and PAMA Spirits.
Our sincere thanks to our event sponsor Overseas Partners Realty, Inc.
$10 for non-members; Free for Lowe Members

LoweDown Kick-off Party at Novecento 8/26/09

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LoweDown Kick-off Party at Novecento!
August 26, 2009, 6-8 PM
Join the Lowe at a special kick-off party for the LoweDown season!
Featuring…
6 – 7 PM: Two complimentary drink tickets and complimentary hors d’ouvres
7 – 8 PM: Two-for-one drink specials and fixed price dinner menu
20% off Lowe Museum Store coupons for all new Lowe Art Museum memberships.
Raffle prizes: Lowe T-shirts, catalogs, 20% off coupon for the Lowe Museum Store, and much more!
Novecento of Coral Gables is located at:
121 Alhambra Plaza, Coral Gables, FL 33134
305.557.0900
Space is limited, so RSVP is required. RSVP: yaba@miami.edu

CS Gallery exhibition by Nicaraguan-American artist Roger Danilo Carmona opening 8/28/09

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CS Gallery
787 NE 125 St, North Miami, FL 33161
ROGER DANILO CARMONA
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August 28 – September 25, 2009
Chirinos Sanchez is pleased to present an exhibition of works on paper by Nicaraguan-American artist Roger Danilo Carmona.
This is the artist’s first solo exhibition in our gallery. The artist previously curated the exhibition “Fresh Ingredients”, in our first gallery exhibition debut in August 2007.
(Image Title: Mustard Seed and Yogurt Pullao, 2007, Gofun, crayon, oil on paper)
For the current show, the artist splits the gallery into three sections: The Pyramid, The Character and The Action.
Upon entering the gallery to the left, The Pyramid consists of a collection of twenty-eight works on paper made within the last two years. The Pyramid is seen as a surrogate of a social response, where each drawing requests an act of open conversation. The form of the upside-down pyramid, in its bizarre composition and language, is reminiscent of a structure which the artist’s ancestors – possibly Mayan – built. The colorful gesture and fresh compositions in some of the drawings contradict the communication which other drawings of a more serious, hermitic action make the viewer consider.
To the right of the gallery, The Character consists of five “portraits”. In the initial appearance of the drawings, the forms are much more complex in their character than the opposite wall. The artist speaks of these drawings “as individuals that crave a position of higher power. The ways in which the forms are drawn are examples of the type of “Bernie Madoff” characters that walk among us.” These drawings were made during the artist’s study at The Milton Avery School of Arts, Bard College in upstate New York, where he is a 2010 MFA candidate.
The third section of the gallery represents The Action. The work consists of two drawings that meet in the corner. The meeting is seen as a conflict that establishes territory through repetitive discourse.
Roger Danilo Carmona (b. 1983 Leon, Nicaragua) lives and works in Brooklyn, NY.

Miss Nine at SET 8/21/09

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Eric Milon and Michael Capponi presents DJ Miss Nine along with resident Laurent Simeca at SET Nightclub. Miss Nine always comes to rock the party when she visits. Her performances take you on a progressive journey through intoxicating beats with amazing melodies and sexy vocals to keep you moving all night. Come experience the beautiful, talented DJ Miss Nine.
Friday, August 21st 2009
Miss Nine
INFORMATION \\ TICKETS

The funk hits the fan w/ King Britt + Spam allstars at Electric Pickle 8/20-22/09

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* Thursday “Stop Drop n’ Roll”
live performance by: Diablo Dimes Medicine Show
Djs: Liam, the Hatin Hillbillie & Grand Torino
no cover $3 beer specials all night
doors 10pm -5am

*Friday “The Funk Hits the Fan”
w/ Special guest, legendary Philly dj/ producer King Britt (fivesix media)
You certainly won’t find an artist with a better potential to transpose the many different musical genres into a marvelous standard of grooves full of feelings than Philadelphia native King Britt. His comprehension of what we should call the phonographic culture lies much ahead than the common ones. With a work forged a mixture of Jazz, Soul, Funk, the percussive Afro beats, Hip Hop, Broken Beats, Deep House and the new Electronic Jazz fusion, King Britt has proved to be a very eclectic and open minded soul.

King Britt was the DJ of the Grammy winner Hip Hop-Jazz fusion band Digable Planets. His career pointed to different directions as he started to travel the World on Digable tours and with his own ones on the international House scene as Disc Jockey. At the beginning of his journey as solo DJ, he began a partnership with the well-known DJ/ producer and owner of Ovum Recordings: Josh Wink, who also contributed for the development of his career. One of their first projects together was E-Culture, the one behind the classic “Tribal Confusion” released by Strictly Rhythm in 1990.

King’s seventies funk roots of Philadelphia are also represented through his Sylk 130 project, which brought the traditional Philly sounds elements and projects with artists such as Ursula Rucker, Alma Horton and Alison Crockette in a combination of a funk-soul aura. The highlight of this alias was attained with the long play “When The Funk Hits The Fan”, an excellent combination of the traditional Plilly soul grooves blended with contemporary electronica.
King’s talents as a remixer resulted in a total subversion of rhythms and of the original tunes conceptions, from the works of Yoko Ono and Femi Kuti to the ones of Erykah Badu and Macy Gray. Perhaps that should be the cause why he received, as well as other celebrities like Masters At Work and Joe Claussell, the invitation by the people from legendary Jazz label Verve Records to give his contribution to the acclaimed compilation “Verve Remixed”. He finally owned the title on the category “Remix of the Year” with Danny Tenaglia and Basement Jaxx, which granted him the status of one of the most respected remixes all over the World.
Don’t miss this intimate evening w/ King Britt as he returns to Miami this Friday @ the Electric Pickle. doors 10pm -5am
Rsvp for guest list here – tomas@aquabooty.com

*Saturday “Midtown Nights”
Live and Direct w/ The Spam Allstars
Miami’s hometown heros take the stage @ the Pickle this Saturday
along with special Dj sets by Dj Le Spam+ resident djs: tomas, Strickly B & Will Renuart
doors 10pm -5am

Lincoln Park (New World Symphony) Public Meeting 8/24/09

LINCOLN PARK AT NEW WORLD SYMPHONY
PROGRAM CHARRETTE – AUGUST 24, 2009

The New World Symphony will hold a Program Charrette for the design of Lincoln Park. Public participation and input is encourged at this meeting.
WHEN: Monday, August 24, 2009, at 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Banyan Room at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, Florida
Lincoln Park, which is bounded by Washington Avenue on the east, Drexel Avenue on the west, Lincoln Lane on the south and 17th Street on the north, is being developed by the New World Symphony on behalf of the City of Miami Beach to serve as a high end urban park and to compliment the New World Symphony’s Campus Expansion project which is currently underway.
All interested parties are invited to attend. Inquiries concerning the meeting should be directed to Matthew Barry, at Hines interests (305) 535-6284.

Cinema Green environmental film series with ECOMB, FOOD, Inc. 8/21-23/09

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21 FRI, 22 SAT, 23 SUN 7pm:
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Miami Theatrical HD Premiere!
“Cinema GREEN”
A NEW environmental film series in collaboration with: ECOMB The Environmental Coalition of Miami & the Beaches
FOOD, Inc.
(A documentary film by Robert Kenner/USA/2009/94 min.)
In Food, Inc., filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the veil on our nation’s food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that has been hidden from the American consumer with the consent of our government’s regulatory agencies, USDA and FDA. Our nation’s food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. We have bigger-breasted chickens, the perfect pork chop, herbicide-resistant soybean seeds, even tomatoes that won’t go bad, but we also have new strains of E. coli—the harmful bacteria that causes illness for an estimated 73,000 Americans annually. We are riddled with widespread obesity, particularly among children, and an epidemic level of diabetes among adults.
The film on Friday will be followed by a Q&A with an organic farmer Gabriele Marewski from Paradise Farms Organic.
The film on Saturday will be followed by a Q&A with Chef Jeff Mcinnis from De Lido Beach Club at the Ritz Carlton.
For tickets click HERE

ArtServe Opening Reception 8/20/09

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News for Artists
20/20 Opening Reception this Thursday from 6-8pm at ArtServe
20/20 OUR VISION HAS NEVER BEEN CLEARER
In celebration of ArtServe’s 20 years in the arts, ArtServe presents 20/20 Our Vision Has Never Been Clearer Exhibit.The premise of the exhibit is to highlight the wide scope and talent of local artists that are members of ArtServe. Come celebrate your membership with ArtServe!!!
Opening night includes:
The dedication of the Artist Workspace as the Francie Bishop Good Workspace in honor of ArtServe’s 2009 Encore Artists of the Year for Community Impact
Unveiling of the Friends of ArtServe wall designed and produced by Steven Sylvester
People’s Choice Award
Celebration of ArtServe’s Members complete with local talent and refreshments

GroveHouse Artists Grand Re-Opening Reception new gallery in the Shops at Mayfair 9/5/09

We’re Back…
GroveHouse Artists On the Promenade at Mayfair
Please join us for our Grand Re-Opening Reception and First Saturday Gallery Stroll
Featuring Original Work by Local Artists
September 5, 2009 — 7:00 pm
3390 Mary St. #162, Coconut Grove, FL
Featured Artist for September is Jesse Chao
October is Ana Llaurado
This exhibit will run through November 27th
Next Gallery Stroll October 3rd
For information call 305-979-9534
GroveHouse Artists, a not-for-profit organization, was organized to help provide venues for local artists to exhibit their original art work. GHA also strives to establish a community forum for awareness and participation in the arts and the art experience by presenting cultural programs, presentations, and exhibits that are open and free to the public.
Gallery Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: Noon – 6 pm
Friday & Saturday: Noon – 9 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 5 pm
Monday: By Appt.

Ambassador Teen Council Event: Art Storming at Bass Museum 8/21/09

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Bass Museum of Art
Ambassador Teen Council Event – Art Storming
Friday, August 21, 6:30-8:00pm
Teens, bring your friends and families to the Bass Museum of Art for an informative brainstorming session. Teens will challenge their peers with the following questions:
What are you doing conceptually to improve the world we share?
How can Art Storming make a difference to the way we see things?
Snacks and refreshments will be served.
Free admission. Seating limited to first 80 guests.
Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue (in Collins Park)
Miami Beach, FL 33139
T: 305.673.7530
bassmuseum.org

African heritage Cultural Arts Center peaceful protest and rally 8/29/09

Don’t Close Our Children Out!!
The Voices Of The Community Ask You Join Us To Help Save
The African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
On Saturday August 29, 2009 from 10:00 am until 12:00 noon
For a peaceful protest and rally to show our support, determination and dedication to keeping the center open for our children at
The African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
6161 Nw 22nd Avenue, Miami Fl 33147
For almost forty years the center has provided quality training in the cultural arts to the youth of our community. The mayors recent budget proposal eliminates funding for the centers programs. Our community must unite and fight to reject this proposal.
· Free Refreshments & Live Entertainment
· For Information Please Call 786 499 9493

Life Is Art is excited to invite you to Earth Is Art, an environmentally artistic showcase 8/22/09

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Greetings Life Is Art Fans!

We at Life Is Art are very excited to invite you to our next big show, Earth Is Art. We have over a dozen artists, DJs, live bands, fashion, food, drinks, and performances, all to support the south Florida arts community, as well as the environment!

Earth Is Art is being produced in conjunction with the Metro 1 Green Building Resource Center, an organization dedicated to promoting environmentally responsible building practices. So, in addition to enjoying a wonderful party and experiencing some excellent art, you will be supporting a great cause.

Below is a short summary, but you can see all the details, art samples, and more at
http://www.lifeisartfest.org/blog/earthisart/. Please share the Facebook event: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=233279005243

EVENT DETAILS
August 22, 2pm~10pm
120 NE 27th Street, #200, Miami, FL 33137
$10 suggested donation
Presented by Life Is Art and Metro 1
Hosted by the Green Building Resource Center
Featured Artists: Antonia Wright ~ Brett Sauce ~ Carla Fache ~ Carol Kingsley ~ Daniel Marosi ~ Deborah Weed ~ Eileen M. Baldwin ~ Flex Maslan ~ GusColors ~ Jennifer Rivas ~ Jovan Karlo Villalba ~ Rainer Lagemann ~ Rosa Naday Garmendia ~ Tashmeha Ignacio ~ R.E. SANCHEZ
Music by DJs Soozin ~ Alan Stenback ~ Matt Way ~ Sebastian C
Live music by Almost Blue ~ Pocket of Lollipops with visuals by TM Sisters
and Dylan Romer ~ UOM
Fashion by Noble Truth ~ Deborah Desilets
Live Auction by Skyler Goldenberg
Gastronomic arts by Ñaki Culinary Delights ~ Om Garden
Drum circle ~ Live performances ~ Fundraising auction & sale
Fire dancing by Jillian with Nestor on Drums
Complimentary drinks by Schnebly Winery ~ Grolsch Beer
Additional Support by Yelp.com ~ TalkNightlife.com ~ Bubblewrapmiami.com
CHARITY AUCTION DONATIONS:
~ Mark W. Forman, Gallery Marco, Painting – Acrylic on Canvas 24″ x 24″, Value $2000
~ Kayak Jeff Inc, Paddling Basics 101 Class 4 hours of training, Value $55, 4 available.
~ Lavazonn Gallery, blue agate wraparound recycle leather cuff/ bracelet, Value: $65.00
~ Deborah Desilets, one of a kind art gloves on lincoln, Value: $1500.00, a portion of this donation goes towards the Lincoln Rd 50th Anniversary fund.
~ Debra Cortese, Laptop/Business microfiber Bag is perfect for back to school or work, 14.5?W x 11?H x 4.5?D, $129.95 value
~ Tonya Scholz, kNOw-AGING, Inc, Life Extension wellness basket, $200 value
~ and much more to come!

Also, if you are interested in volunteering, we can use a little help. We will be setting up Friday night and Saturday morning, and definitely could use a few hands. We could also use a few people during the event to help monitor the door and watch the art. Please contact us for more intormation at art@lifeisartfest.org. Thanks!

I look forward to seeing you there.

Sincerely,
James Echols
Life Is Art, Inc.
www.lifeisartfest.org

Gotham Night Dreamworld Tour @ LoVe at PopRox 9/5/09

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Miami Beach may finally hit nirvana with live music happening!
Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, September, 5, 2009- Poprox, Miami Beach’s new premiere live music venue will provide an alternative to Miami Beach’s hip-hop and house music dominated club & bar scene with: “love, what miami needs now!” – a new monthly alternative music night exposing, on inaugural night, “the gotham night dreamworld tour” feat. an electronic, edgey explosion of music currently just below the radar: Kill Miss Pretty, Env & Dpx and an art exhibit by award-winning designer of the next generation Hello Kitty : “ Kawaii Universe! ” by www.bleuhmeuh.com

Poprox, owned by Miami Beach nightlife pioneer, Robert Ziehm, musician/songwriter and live music Renaissance man Tony Alarcon and Multi Grammy Award winning producer A.B. Quintanilla, provides the perfect setting for a NEW multi-media monthly happening called “LOVE” hosted by Frank Morales of FM Media*, Monserrattz** & Teardrop*** . DJs Essential 6(Loveshack) and Daniel Mode (Berliner) and the LIVE music will bring electro, new wave and indie music to the hip-hop and house music dominated Miami Beach club scene. ‘LOVE’ will feature the best live music, performance art, visual arts & fashion shows.

The inaugural ‘LOVE’ night exposes the Gotham Night Dreamworld Tour feat. the “Pet Shop Girls” of Miami DPX, the new Miami pop rock twin sensations EnV along with their friends media darlings, electropunksters Kill Miss Pretty. Art exhibit by the award-winning designer of the next generation Hello Kitty of the world ‘Bleuh Meuh Design ‘ Kawaii Universe ‘!!! www.bleuhmeuh.com

*FM Media is Frank Morales ( Ran longest running one-nighter on Miami Beach:The Church, Managing Street Promotions for Ultra Music Festival for 11 years, Creator/promoter for Mass, hosted a Radio show on Beach Radio, Salvation promotions and founder of FM Media, which involves flyer design, marketing & promotions.).
**Monserrattz is lead singer/songwriter/ co-producer of DPX, host of Twisted Newz Talk Radio (owner of the fabled “Ünderland Privat”, South Beach’s Electro-a-Go-Go!, host of the underground nachts at “Edelweiss” & writer of the Margaritaville-ish & Copa Cabanaesque novelty song ‘South Beach’.)
*** Teardrop former WVUM 90.5 DJ & host of the All Request Show & The Industrial Music Show, promoter for Red Room, The Church, Cloud 9 among others, and all-around Scene-ster-girl of the Miami Ünderground.

El Mago De Las Fritas 25th Anniversary 9/12/09

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EL Mago De Las Fritas
Saturday, September 12, 7:00pm – 9:30pm
El Mago De Las Fritas
5828 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL
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Description
Bring the family to El Mago De Las Fritas to celebrate his 25th Anniversary!! Who doesn’t want to try El Mago’s new Double Frita? Who doesn’t want to win a raffle for a t-shirt or even a Batido de Mamey? Don’t you want to have the “Best Frita in Miami” as proclaimed by Carlos Miller/MiamiBeach411.com , Jake Katel/New Times’ Short Order Blog and the Burger Beast? Come by and join the fun!!!

Take a Stand for MiaSci Letter Writing Happy Hour at Mutiny Hotel 8/20/09

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@MiaSci Young Patrons
$5.00 donation
Thursday, August 20, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
The Mutiny Hotel
2951 S. Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL
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Description
As you may be aware, cultural institutions are in jeopardy of losing vital funding from the county. The Mutiny Hotel in Coconut Grove is graciously hosting a HAPPY HOUR to help the Miami Science Museum collect letters addressed to County Commissioners and the Mayor to urge them not to cut funding.

Come enjoy drink specials, FREE POLAR BEER, and complimentary munchies courtesy of Atchana’s Thai Restaurant. $5.00 donation goes towards materials and postage.

YWCA Cocktails & Conversations at Mamajuana 9/24/09

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YWCA Cocktails & Conversations
“Meet & Mingle with Heels in High Places”
Members – Free; $25.00 for non-members in advance
Thursday, September 24, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Mamajuana Cafe
225 Altara Avenue, Coral Gables, FL
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Please join us for an evening of cocktails, conversation, and contacts at one of Coral Gables newest hot spots – Mamajuana Cafe.

With it’s old world flair as a backdrop, guests will embark on a journey to a far off paradise while indulging in signature cocktails and conversing with young and young at heart professionals.

We expect more than 300 professionals to join us and to enjoy reduced price drinks, cool music played at a low volume to facilitate successful business and social networking, a fun atmosphere after 8 pm while allowing for continued conversation and interaction all while
building business contacts and new friendships like you can do nowhere else.

Complimentary drink coupon available at the door and delectable passed hor s’ overies. Members Free – Guests $25.00 and will become a member of the YWCA.

Factory Milonga Tango class and party at Parafernalia Studio 8/19/09

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FACTORY MILONGA
Wednesday Night’s Classic
Wednesday, August 19, 2009 at 9:30pm
Parafernalia Studio
174 NW 25th Street, Miami, FL
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Wanna learn the most passionate dance in the world and at the same time have fun at an eccentric environment? Factory Milonga is the answer.
Beginner’s class: 9:30pm
Tango Party: 10:30pm
Everybody can bring their favorite drinks: wine, champagne, beer, etc.
Sodas & Home Made empanadas are for sale: just $1-2.
Let’s Get The Party Started!

Florida Marlins Community Foundation (FMCF) 3rd annual Fish ‘N Chips Casino Party 8/27/09

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THE FLORIDA MARLINS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION & EVENT CO-CHAIRS FREDI GONZALEZ, HANLEY RAMIREZ AND JEFF CONINE
CORDIALLY INVITE YOU TO THE 3RD ANNUAL FISH ‘N CHIPS CASINO PARTY

The Florida Marlins Community Foundation (FMCF) will host the 3rd annual Fish ‘N Chips Casino Party presented by Fox Sports Florida Thursday, August 27 at The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club at 6:00 pm. All proceeds from this signature event will benefit the Florida Marlins Community Foundation’s Cornerstones for Kids programs and the Sun Sentinel Children’s Fund. Guests are welcome to join event Co-chairs Fredi Gonzalez, Hanley Ramirez and Jeff Conine along with coaches, players and an elite group of community leaders, celebrities and socialites for an evening of fun and stakes at the Craps, Blackjack, Roulette and Poker tables. The evening will feature an array of hors d’oeuvres from South Florida’s finest restaurants, cocktails, music and a silent auction filled with exciting items. A ticket of $100 Admits One, a $175 ticket admits Two and $200 admits a VIP Poker Player (one guest) with a seat in the poker tournament. Reservations are available online at www.marlins.com/fishnchips or for ticket information call (305) 623-6497 or email fmcf@marlins.com. All guests must be at least 18 years old to participate.

Guests can also stay at The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort & Club for a promotional rate of $99.00 valid from 8/25-8/30 with promo code PFNC. To make reservations, please visit www.fairmont.com or call the Global Reservation Centre at 1(800) 257-7544.
Florida Marlins Community Foundation
www.cornerstonesforkids.com
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FISH N’ CHIPS – AUGUST 27 Sign Up Today!

The Miami Finance Forum End of Summer Happy Hour at the New Brickell Irish Pub 8/26/09

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The Miami Finance Forum is excited to announce our End of the Summer Happy Hour
Please join us next Wednesday August 26th 6-8pm at the recently opened Brickell Irish Pub for an evening of complimentary beer, wine and authentic “Pub” delicacies

The new Brickell Irish Pub is located at 1451 South Miami Avenue and features the areas finest selection of beer, a full bar and menu, live bands, D.J.’s, Karaoke, pool, darts, poker tables and more – all in exciting downtown Miami

Mix and mingle with other finance professionals in the region and learn about upcoming Miami Finance Forum special events
Admission is complimentary for Miami Finance Forum Members and $20 for guests

Become a Miami Finance Forum Member today. Membership includes complimentary admission to all MFF events, VIP invitations and other amenities. Special Packages are now available. Please contact 305-722-7076 for more information

You must RSVP in advance to attend this event to:
Ron Mann (rmann@bentrust.com) 305-722-7076 or Mike Schmidt (schmidtm@fcrystal.com) 305-938-5115
Please contact 305-722-7076 for more information

We look forward to seeing you there

6 Senses Art Exhibit Closing Celebration at Chamizo Art Gallery 8/20/09

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6 SENSES ART EXHIBIT CLOSING CELEBRATION
at CHAMIZO ART GALLERY, 2101 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables, Fl

This coming Thursday, August 20th, 2009 from 7:00 pm-10:00 pm, Chamizo Art Gallery, will welcome guests for the Group-Art Exhibit: “6 Senses”.

We invite you to our gallery for the closing of this season. We will be closed for vacations throughout the month of September .

We pride ourselves in offering excellence in our exhibits and a responsibility to the art community and the artists who are part of it. The artists: CHAMIZO, GAPAL, GG, MANO, PABLO, and “Exotic Ceramic Art” group, offer us another glimpse at their work on this unique exhibit and a new opportunity to acquire any of the pieces you have so kindly praised. Don’t miss this chance.

This is a free event, offering wine and cheese, but specially fine art. All of which is made possible thanks to the generosity of our sponsors and hard work of the artists and staff involved.

Below and the Aug. 7th, curatorial prologue, (displayed at the exhibit).

Wolf Pack gives back Environmental Coalition Of Miami Beach Island Clean Up 8/22/09

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WOLF PACK GIVES BACK
Saturday, August 22, 9-11am
ENVIRONMENTAL COALITION OF MIAMI BEACH ISLAND CLEAN UP—Would you like to help others in the community by contributing your time and skills? Then join the Wolf Pack Gives Back to volunteer, make friends, and even earn a Wolfsonian membership (after 25 hours of service). The next volunteer event will help the Environmental Coalition of Miami Beach (ECOMB) clean up Monument Island. The group will meet at Maurice Gibbs Park on Purdy Avenue just North of 17 Street/Dade Blvd., Miami Beach. For more information: 305.535.2644 or
lydia@thewolf.fiu.edu. RSVP required at our public programs page.

Macallan Masters Of Photography opening at Pressiton Gallery 8/25/09

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Tuesday, August 25 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
PressitOn Art Gallery:
Design District, 4100 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Fl. 33127

From his sultry shot of songstress Kylie Minogue lying naked and prostrate to the Queen smiling enigmatically, Rankin’s iconic, intimate portraiture style have made him one of the world’s leading photographers. Who better to interpret the famed Macallan Estate than the mischievous eye of Scotland’s finest. The result: 1,000 unique bottles of The Macallan Fine Oak 30 year-old single malt scotch whisky, each bearing an original, black-and-white, Rankin image. Join us we celebrate the southeastern launch of The Macallan Masters of Photography and sample for yourself one of the world’s finest single malt scotch whisky portfolios.

Please RSVP to joanne.green@pressiton.com

For more information on Rankin: www.rankin.co.uk
For more information on Macallan Masters of Photography Rankin Edition: www.themastersofphotography.com

Champion Sound presents Frank 151 De La Soul Chapter Release Party 8/19/09

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Wednesday, August 19th
@ The Electric Pickle
Doors at 10pm
$5/ 21 & Up
CHAMPION SOUND Presents…
Frank 151 De La Soul Chapter Release Party
COUNT BASS D PERMORMING LIVE
www.myspace.com/CountBassD
Some people DJ, others make beats. Heads everywhere spit lyrics—either off the dome or noted, and many are even recognized as true MC’s who actually manage to rock a crowd here & there. A few folks get by juggling two or more facets; and even a small number happen to be classically or self-taught piano players, drummers and strummers. Count Bass D does it all.
w/ DJs: Mr. Brown, Manuvers, Sire Esq., A-Train
Hosted by: IAmYourVillain
Check out Pictures from our Recent events courtesy of Chez Mille
Located @ The Electric Pickle
2826 N. Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33127
Drink Specials:
☛FREE COCKTAILS☚ for LADIES till 11:30p
☛$5 ALL BEERS/ALL NIGHT☚
Champion Sound Web Links:
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Bicycling Magazine’s Biketown USA program brings Free Bikes to Miami 8/25/09

What do you want to change about your life? Do you wish you were in better health? Wish you were more connected to your community? Do you wish you could save money on gas?

Bicycling magazine and MetLife have the solution: Start riding a bike. In its seventh year, Bicycling’s BikeTown USA, presented by MetLife, is giving away 30 bikes to Miami residents. People interested in changing their daily lives will have the opportunity to see how a bike can improve life for themselves, their families, and even their communities.

“In our seventh year of BikeTown USA, we wanted to refocus the program on neighborhoods, where people spend time with their family and friends,” said Loren Mooney, editor-in-chief of Bicycling. “A bike becomes the ultimate neighborhood multi-tasking tool – you can connect with your community, improve your health and travel to the local coffee shop all by riding a bike.”

Anyone interested in receiving a new bike simply needs to tell Bicycling, in 50 words or less, how having a Jamis Communter 1 or Citizen 1 bike would help make a change in his or her life. Bicycling’s editors will select what they feel are the 30 best essays and the selected writers will each receive a bike to keep.

Bicycling tracks participants’ progress for three months, with results featured in the magazine and on Bicycling.com. Previous stories have been astonishing – thousands of pounds have been lost, blood pressure and diabetes medications dropped, marriages saved, impromptu bike clubs started, and countless bike commuter miles logged to save money on gas and help the environment. In essence, thousands of people enjoy their lives more because they spend more time on a bike.

“On behalf of MetLife, we are proud to sponsor this year’s BikeTown USA to help bring bicycling to people across the United States and in Miami this month,” said Michael J. Vietri, executive vice president, Individual Distribution, MetLife. “As a company, we have a long-standing history of community involvement and are particularly focused on people’s health and well being. Through bicycling, our clients and their friends and families have an outlet to relieve stress, improve their health and have fun.”

Participant entries are being accepted at www.bicycling.com/biketown until August 21st. The BikeTown event will be happen at Bayfront Park on Thursday, August 27, 2009 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. All selected participants will receive a new Jamis Commuter 1 or Citizen 1 bike, a helmet from Lazer and a lock from OnGuard.

“Jamis is proud to join the team as the Official Bike of BikeTown 2009,” said Carine Joannou, President of Jamis Bicycles. “We’ve been building bikes for 30 years and know firsthand how cycling can change lives. We are really looking forward to helping BikeTown participants achieve their goals.”

About Bicycling
As the world’s biggest bicycling magazine, Rodale Inc.’s Bicycling is the voice of cycling, providing the stories on the personalities, trends, and techniques behind the sport. Appealing to readers of every ability and interest level, the magazine features expert reviews of the latest equipment as well as training and fitness tips. Published 11 times a year, Bicycling is the magazine for the athlete for whom the bicycle is the centerpiece of an active lifestyle. For more information, please go to www.bicycling.com.

About MetLife
MetLife, Inc. is a leading provider of insurance, employee benefits and financial services with operations throughout the United States and the Latin America, Europe and Asia Pacific regions. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, MetLife, Inc. reaches more than 70 million customers around the world and MetLife is the largest life insurer in the United States (based on life insurance in-force). The MetLife companies offer life insurance, annuities, auto and home insurance, retail banking and other financial services to individuals, as well as group insurance and retirement & savings products and services to corporations and other institutions. For more information, visit www.metlife.com.

About Jamis Bicycles
Jamis Bicycles rolled out the first Earth Cruiser bicycle in 1979 and has since built a reputation as a brand unmatched in performance, value, and style. Jamis Bicycles are sold in the US from coast to coast and in over 40 countries. A unit of G. Joannou Cycle, one of the oldest and largest bicycle companies in the US under original family ownership, Jamis is committed to advancing all forms of cycling. The company is the official bike sponsor of the Colavita/Sutter Home Cycling Teams presented by Cooking Light and the US Pro Tri Professional Triathlon Team. Jamis bikes are the choice of world-class riders in mountain biking and cyclocross, including Olympian Seamus McGrath, six-time Israeli National Champion Rotem Ishay, US champions George Ryan, Kathy Pruitt, and Jordie Lunn, and Jesse Anthony. The company also supports elite athletes through its partnership with Full Throttle Endurance and the GS Mengoni USA Cycling Team. Jamis is the Exclusive Bike Partner of Bicycling’s BikeTown USA, presented by MetLife, and the company’s grant to Transportation Alternatives has made possible the largest bicycle valet program in New York City’s history.

Fame Kicks off Dance Film and Party Series at Gusman 8/20/09

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This Thursday, August 20 @ 7:00 PM
Flickin’ Summer: FAME
Take three big dance movies from the 1980’s, mix in one part happy hour, one mart neighborhood “meet up”, sprinkle liberally with cocktails, then top off with a retro dance party on the Gusman Stage featuring DJ DJ Pauer – you’ve got the makings of FLICKIN’ SUMMER a new neighborhood film series at the Gusman.

The fun starts with a happy hour at 6:00 PM, the film FAME screens at 7:00 PM and the dancing begins around 9:30 PM. Throughout the evening there’ll be giveaways and special contests. Tickets are $10 in advance and $15 “day of show”.

The series sponsored by DWNTWNR, Friends of Gusman, and Miami Parking Authority is the perfect answer to a long hot summer – fun flicks, air-conditioned theater, dance music, and libations.

The party continues for the next three Thursdays!
Fame – Thursday, August 20, 2009 @ 7:00 PM
Flashdance – Thursday, August 27, 2009 @ 7:00 PM
The Wiz – Thursday, September 3, 2009 @ 7:00 PM

DJ Pauer spins after each film!
Tickets and info available here!

PULSE Miami New Location at The Ice Palace 12/3-6/09

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PULSE Miami Announces Relocation to The Ice Palace for its Fifth Edition

Helen Allen, Director of PULSE Contemporary Art Fair announced today that PULSE Miami is taking over The Ice Palace in downtown Miami. The large venue offers PULSE a more dynamic space for the exhibition of art and is conveniently located within minutes of the Venetian and MacArthur Causeways to Miami Beach. The layout in the former ice factory, built in the early 1920’s, will be designed to utilize the vast outdoor area to enhance visitors’ experience and additional cultural programming. In just five years, PULSE Miami has grown into a major international exhibition, which has frequently been hailed as the most significant art fair in Miami after Art Basel Miami Beach.

“We are thrilled to be moving to The Ice Palace”, said Helen Allen. “We are planning to work on the space to maximize its full potential by implementing a series of improvements such as the layout, lighting, and wider aisles. The caliber of exhibitors we are bringing will undoubtedly allow us to produce an incredible fair. We are also pleased to remain the anchor of the Miami/Wynwood area”.

The Ice Palace Film Studios, typically referred to as The Ice Palace, is a former ice factory centrally located in Miami’s Media and Entertainment District. It stands at the heart of the new cultural center, neighboring the Miami Art Museum, CIFO, the Symphony Theatre and The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami Dade County. Boasting over 145,000 square feet, Art Deco architecture and verdant lawns, it will constitute an exceptional and easily accessible setting for PULSE Miami.

PULSE Miami 2009 will feature over 75 exhibitors in its main section, with an additional 10 galleries in its IMPULSE section. The Fair will also present its signature programs: the installations and large-scale sculpture program, PULSE Performance, PULSE Play>, and, on Saturday, December 5, 2009, it will award the PULSE Prize in honor of Adriaan Van der Have of TORCH GALLERY who passed away this spring.

The VIP Private Preview Brunch will be held on Thursday, December 3, at The Ice Palace from 10am to 1pm.
Opening Hours:
Thursday, December 3: 1pm – 8pm
Friday, December 4: 10am – 7pm
Saturday, December 5: 10am – 7pm
Sunday, December 6: 10am – 7pm
Location: The Ice Palace- 1400 North Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33136

About PULSE Contemporary Art Fair:
PULSE Contemporary Art Fair is the leading US art fair dedicated solely to contemporary art. Held annually in New York and Miami, PULSE bridges the gap between main and alternative fairs and provides participating galleries with a platform to present new works to a strong and growing audience of collectors, art professionals and art lovers.

The Fair is divided into two sections and is comprised of a mix of established and emerging galleries vetted by a committee of prominent international dealers. The IMPULSE section presents galleries invited by the Committee to present solo exhibitions of artist’s work created in the past two years.

The Miami debut of PULSE Performance will feature daily performances and concerts by young emerging artists such as Maria Jose Arjona, who was recently invited to be part of a workshop with Marina Abramovic, and whose daily performances will be among the highlights of the new programming. Notable musical talents in the outdoor concert and performance series include The Vivian Girls, The Blow, and Exene Cervenka.

Additionally, PULSE will present its signature program of large-scale sculptures and installations throughout the fair’s exhibition halls and lawn, as well as the PULSE Play> video lounge curated by João Ribas, Curator of Exhibitions at the MIT List Visual Arts Center, Cambridge, MA. Danny Baskin and Andy Schrock, featured in PULSE PRESENTS at ACADEMY 2009 hosted by Conner Contemporary Art, have also each been awarded space to present new projects at the fair.

Each year, one artist featured in IMPULSE, the section of the fair dedicated to solo artist presentations, is awarded a $2,500 cash prize. This year’s PULSE Prize will be awarded in honor of Adriaan van der Have, Founder and Director of Torch Gallery, who was an inspiring force in the art world for his dedication to the promotion of emerging artists. The winner will be announced Friday, December 4, 2009 during the PULSE Party at PLUNGE at the Gansevoort South.

PULSE Miami 2009 Exhibitor List
55, Shanghai; Angell Gallery, Toronto; Angles Gallery, Santa Monica; Arróniz Arte Contemporáneo, Mexico City; Jeff Bailey Gallery, New York; Baró Cruz, São Paulo; Galerie Anita Beckers, Frankfurt; Bitforms Gallery NYC, New York; Brancolini Grimaldi Arte Contemporanea, Rome, Florence; Rena Bransten Gallery, San Francisco; BravinLee Programs, New York; Catharine Clark Gallery, San Francisco; Conner Contemporary Art, Washington; Conrads, Duesseldorf; Davidson Contemporary, New York; DCKT Contemporary, New York; Dean Project, New York; EDS Galeria, Mexico City; Espacio Contemporary, New York; Dean Project, New York; EDS Galeria, Mexico City; Espacio Liquido, Gijon; Lukas Feichtner Galerie, Vienna; Rosamund Felsen, Santa Monica; Fred, London; FTC. Berlin, Berlin; Caren Golden Fine Art, New York; Guidi & Schoen Arte Contemporanea, Genova; Patrick Heide Contemporary Art, London; Richard Heller Gallery, Santa Monica; Hosfelt Gallery, San Francisco, New York; Pippy Houldsworth, London; Rebecca Ibel Gallery, Columbus; La Industria, San Juan; Gallery Joe, Philadelphia; Amelia Johnson Contemporary, Hong Kong; Priska C. Juschka Fine Art, New York, NY; GalerieKleindienst, Leipzig; Kopeikin Gallery, West Hollywood; Elizabeth Leach Gallery, Portland; Richard Levy Gallery, Albuquerque; Diana Lowenstein Fine Arts, Miami; Lyons Wier Gallery, New York; M+B, Los Angeles; Maior Pollença, Mallorca, Palma de Mallorca; Marx & Zavattero, San Francisco; MasART Galería, Barcelona; Andrea Meislin Gallery, New York; Nina Menocal, Mexico City; Mkgalerie Rotterdam; Berlin; Yossi Milo Gallery, New York; Mixed Greens, New York; Mark Moore Gallery, Santa Monica; Morgan Lehman, New York; Nieves Fernández, Madrid; One and J. Gallery, Seoul; Open Gallery, London; Pierre François Ouellette Art Contemporain Inc., Montréal; P·P·O·W Gallery, New York; PDX Contemporary Art, Portland; Perugi Artecontemporanea, Padua; Galeria Raquel Ponce, Madrid; Emmanuel Post, Leipzig; Postmasters, New York; Max Protetch, New York; Lora Reynolds Gallery, Austin; Galerie Jean Luc & Takako Richard, Paris; Yancey Richardson Gallery, New York; Galerie Roemerapotheke, Zurich; Galerie Stefan Roepke, Cologne, Madrid; Julie Saul Gallery, New York; Schroeder Romero, New York; Carrie Secrist Gallery, Chicago; Galeria SENDA – Espai 2NOU2, Barcelona; Siemens_artLab, Vienna; Sienese Shredder Editions, New York; Silverlens Gallery, Manila; Charlie Smith London, London; Patricia Sweetow Gallery, San Francisco; Gallery Sun Contemporary, Seoul; Margaret Thatcher Projects, New York; Galleri Thomassen, Gothenburg; Torch, Amsterdam; Virgil de Voldere Gallery, New York; Von Lintel Gallery, New York; Rick Wester Fine Art, New York; Winkleman Gallery, New York; Witzenhausen Gallery, Amsterdam, New York; Bryce Wolkowitz Gallery, New York; Galerie Nordine Zidoun, Luxembourg, Paris; Pavel Zoubok Gallery, New York; Zürcher, New York, Paris.

IMPULSE Miami 2009 Exhibitor List
2x2projects, Amsterdam; AMT │ Torri & Geminian, Milan; Artericambi, Verona; Arthouse at the Jones Center, Austin; Black & White Gallery, New York; CTRL, Houston; Galerie Caprice Horn, Berlin; Hosfelt Gallery, San Francisco, New York; Charlie James Gallery, Los Angeles; Daneyal Mahmood Gallery, New York; Packer Schopf Gallery, Chicago; Andrew Rafacz, Chicago; Lyle O. Reitzel, Miami, Santo Domingo; Spinello Gallery, Miami; Galeria Valle Orti, Valencia.

For more information about PULSE Contemporary Art Fairs, please visit
www.pulse-art.com or call +1 (212) 255-2327

JAM at MAM – August Fashion Event Presented by Casey Levan 8/20/09

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JAM at MAM – August Fashion Event Presented by Casey Levan
JAM@MAM Celebrating Fashion
Happy hour with an artful twist.
August Fashion Event Presented by Casey Levan
Join us for an evening of art, music, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.
Our August JAM features fashion and poetry. A fashion event by Casey Levan will have audiences experiencing a new look at the ever changing world in which we live. Also at JAM, get a one of a kind poem from the Poem Depot, a pop-up store run by members of the Miami Poetry Collective. Give them a topic and a small suggested donation and they will write a poem specifically for you on one of their manual typewriters.
MAM Members free, Non-members $10
Date/Time:
08/20/09 05:00PM – 08:30PM
Miami Art Museum 101 West Flagler Street Miami, Florida 33130 T. 305 375 3000 F. 305 375 1725 www.miamiartmuseum.org

Business Buddies at The Angler’s 8/20/09

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Please join Business Buddies for an evening of networking and cocktails on Thursday, August 20th from 6pm-8pm at The Angler’s Boutique Resort (660 Washington Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139). A $20 suggested minimum donation includes complimentary Xante pear cognac, vodka cocktails and hors d’ oeuvres sponsored by 660 at The Angler’s.
Best Buddies’ mission is to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. All funds raised at the monthly events go to further Best Buddies’ efforts to create awareness and friendships for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Sweat X Iggy Pop T-Shirt Release Party at Awarehouse 8/22/09

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Saturday, August 22, 2009 at 8:00pm
The Awarehouse
550 N.W. 29 St. Miami, FL
Facebook RSVP
This month, Sweat will be coming out with a series of limited edition t-shirts featuring the image of Iggy Pop from Sweat’s now-iconic “Wall of Idolatry” mural.
On Saturday, August 22nd at the gorgeous Awarehouse space in Wynwood, we’re having a crazy awesome show + party to celebrate the release of the shirts. Here’s some of the fun stuff we have in-store for you:
*Full-out live performances by Awesome New Republic and the Jacuzzi Boys
*DJs Carmel Ophir, Danny Ashe +Ph Axas
*Live painting by Francesco LoCastro
*Aquarium Projections by Morphologic
*Free liquor provided by Bacardi
*Earthcakes delicious Vegan cupcakes
*More goodies TBA!
We are extremely honored to announce that IGGY POP HIMSELF will be the guest of honor at the event! In case you weren’t aware, he’s actually a South Florida resident and like us, is happy to call sunny Miami home. The whole shebang should bring us over the top to be able to replace our AC and finally get back to business so save the date!
Admission is only $10, and there will be OPEN BAR!
Awesome after-party with Back Door Bamby at The Vagabond! 30 ne 14th St.

Musica Y Aparte: Martin Rojas Program for the promotion of local creativity 8/20/09

MUSICA Y APARTE: MARTIN ROJAS
Program for the promotion of local creativity
Guest Artist: Martin Rojas
Thursday, August 20 at 8pm
Artistic Coordinator: Erwin Pérez
At CCEMiami
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DATE: 08-20-2009
TIME: 8 pm
Program for the promotion of local creativity.
Guest artists: Martín Rojas
Artistic Coordinator: Erwin Pérez
At CCEMiami. Free Admission.
Martín Rojas is one of the best Cuban guitarists in the last decades. He started to play this instrument in his born place La Habana after losing his vision when he was only 8 years old. Rojas has shared his talent numerous artists such as Malena Burke. Respected and venerated by several generations of musicians he is, with no doubt one of the essentials of contemporary Cuban music and confesses himself admiration for George Benson, Pat Metheny y del Cubano Isaac Nicola.
CONTACT PHONE: 305 448 9677

Latin Business Club Networking at The Epic River Lounge 8/25/09

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LATIN BUSINESS CLUB OF AMERICA NETWORKING EVENT
Event Details:
Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 6 pm – 8 pm
FREE ADMISSION
$5 validated valet parking!
Complimentary Drink and Appetizers
Cash Raffle and Prizes
BRING LOTS OF BUSINESS CARDS!
So far this year, we have given away over $13,000 in cash and prizes at our events.

We are ready to get another group of great people together for a magnificent event that promises to bring the same amazing and unifying energy that our events are known for, so please join us!

I’m excited to see you after the summer and I’m just as excited to share with you an impressive venue that has been raved about as the pinnacle of Miami Downtown nightlife. The elegant River Lounge is ideally situated on the Miami River with a breathtaking view.

So, get ready to connect with each other and see how we can be of service to one another, while conducting business in a relaxed and fun way. I look forward to personally welcoming you as we also welcome our friends from:

Doral and Airport West Chamber of Commerce
Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Latin Chamber of Comm erce U.S.A., CAMACOL
HACE, Hispanic Alliance for Career Enhancement
National Society of Hispanic MBAs
LISTA, Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association
The Florida China Chamber of Commerce
The Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce
www.latinbiz.net

Executive Business After Hours at Christopher’s 8/19/09

Executive Business After Hours
We Mean Busine$$ Business Card Exchange
Leads & Referral Generation Presented By
The Broward County Chamber of Commerce
The South Florida Chamber of Commerce
The South Florida Business News newspaper
The Broward County Chamber Of Commerce is a 501 C 6 Non-Profit Organization
Wednesday, August 19th, 2009
5:00PM – 8:30PM
Christopher’s “An Upscale Night Club”
2857 East Oakland Park Blvd Fort Lauderdale – Just East of US1
Christopher’s Night Club, 30 years in the making, is a true landmark that has stood the test of time. A World Class staff and it’s brilliant location illuminates Fort Lauderdale, Florida with a touch of sophistication where it’s truly all about the ladies. Christopher’s has World Class service to cater to all of your social and business needs. If you are looking to book an event, small or large, please contact their Marketing Director at 954 892 4828. They work with parties large and small, and will even work with you to book local transportation, special entertainment, and connect you with the best that South Florida has to offer. Christopher’s New Owner brings over 40 years of event planning, catering, and VIP Service to it’s patrons of Fort Lauderdale, FL. www.ChristophersNightClub.com

Chamber Member Admission Only $10, Non-Members $15 Includes 1 free drink, Hot Hors d’ Oeuvres, Awesome networking, great raffle prizes & much more. Broward County and South Florida Chamber of Commerce members may bring promotional material for our “Member’s Only” Table and raffle prizes from their company! Bring 100’s of business cards.
PLEASE RSVP You Can Register and Pay On-Line @ www.ChamberRSVP.com

Contact Information: Broward County Chamber of Commerce & South Florida Chamber of Commerce
The Broward County Chamber of Commerce is a registered 501 C 6 Non-Profit Organization
Broward County: 1640 West Oakland Park Blvd Suite 403, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
Broward County Office #2: Broward County Chamber Bldg 2425 East Commercial Blvd., Fort laud., FL 33308
Palm Beach County: 7040 W. Palmetto Park Rd. Suite 4-635 Boca Raton, Fl. 33433
Miami-Dade County: 701 Brickell Avenue, Suite 1550, Miami, FL 33131
INFO: Broward (954) 565-5750 Palm Beach County (561) 683-8414 Miami-Dade (305) 278-1811
Toll Free Nationwide (800) 282 – 4991 Toll Free Fax (877) 653-4752
www.BrowardBiz.com www.SouthFloridaChamber.org www.SouthFloridaBusinessNews.com

Miami International Fashion Week 3/18-21/10

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www.miamifashionweek.com

Shops at Midtown Miami • North Miami Avenue and NE 34th Street • Wynwood Art District

The 12th annual Miami International Fashion Week® will take place Thursday – Sunday, March 18 – 21, 2010 at the Shops at Midtown in Miami’s trendy Wynwood Art District. The building is transformed into a state of the art “Fashion City” built to house all fashion shows and sponsor lounges as the world’s fashion elite flock to Miami to participate in this world class event.

As the largest International and Hispanic fashion event in the US, Miami International Fashion Week® has brought the best in international and Latin fashion, beauty, music, cusine and art to the forefront of the American fashion scene.

With a crossover of international culture from designers, entertainers and celebrities from around the world including Spain, Belgium, India, Italy, Canada, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, Australia, Eastern Eruope, the Caribbean, Mexico and all countries throughout South and Central America with hundreds of international media, jet-setters and fashion royalty arriving to attend the shows.

All shows and special events are designer and celebrity personal appearances, closing with the Miami Moda & Music Awards®, a celebrity fashion and entertainment awards show featuring special guest designers and international recording artists.

The International Culinary Arts Pavilion sponsored by Whole Foods Market, A Joy Wallace Catering and Johnson & Wales University will feature a different celebrity chef each night who will prepare a tasting menu based on the countries the designers are showing from that evening. Each course will be accompanied with a different wine paring to further compliment the dish.

Over 500 international press register each year for the event including CNN en Español, Fashion TV, Gulf News and The New York Times as well as over 250 buyers from around the world.

Back Seat Betty Monday Night at Love Hate Go-Go Girls Gone Wild 8/17/09

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RSVP: backseatbettysobe@gmail.com
BACK SEAT BETTY
“Tied up, tied down, up against the wall”
Now every MONDAY NIGHT
@ LOVE HATE
Go-Go Girls Gone Wild……
Hosted By: Robert Frost,
Richy Wildwood, McLaine, Peaches, Lindsey Kratka,
Michael M, Sandee Hell, Mabel C.Gonzalez
STARRING THIS WEEK BEHIND THE BAR:
JORDAN DARIAN – SEAN OSPINA – AsHleY DeaN DaneLLa
DJ Ani Phearce: Spinning Rock’N’Roll Mash-ups & Trashy House
DOOR BY: DAVID O & AK
1/2 Price Drinks 10 til 12
$150 BOTTLES OF VODKA!
NEW LOCATION: LOVE HATE
423 Washington Ave Miami Beach
Betty’s Body Art By: Frank @ In Your Skin –
Tattoos Art Gallery
backseatbettysobe@gmail.com

The Missing Peace At The Frost Opens 10/9/09

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Frost Art Museum presents The Missing Peace: Artists Consider the Dalai Lama

The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University presents the opening of The Missing Peace: Artists Consider the Dalai Lama. The exhibition, a result of the collaboration between the Committee of 100 for Tibet and the Dalai Lama Foundation focuses and explores art as a medium for peace inspiring readers in pursuing peace in their lives, both personally and in their communities. The exhibition opens on Friday, October 9, 2009 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.

Over 40 pieces of art from collections done by different artists who have created their own interpretations and answers concerning the 14th Dalai Lama will be on display throughout The Museum. The artists were asked to create portrayals of the Dalai Lama, and as a result a collection of tapestries, photographs, and paintings were created with multiple images, themes, and media that mirrors the many roles the Dalai Lama plays within the world. The title of the exhibition, The Missing Peace: Artists Consider the Dalai Lama, is a play on words, showing that peace will always be missing in our world. The Dalai Lama consistently shows that dedicating oneself to peace is anything but pointless. The purpose of this exhibition is not to focus just on the work of the individual artists, but upon peace. The works inspired by the Dalai Lama seek to inspire other to have love and patience, and generate compassion.

The artists were asked to create portrayals of the Dalai Lama, and as a result a collection of tapestries, photographs, and paintings were created with multiple images, themes, and media that mirrors the many roles the Dalai Lama plays within the world. The artists not only explore the Dalai Lama himself, but also discover and explore other multiple features of the leader. The exhibition includes work by Chuck Close, Laurie Anderson, Bill Viola, Jenny Holzer, Anish Kapoor, Richard Gere, Marina Abramovic, and Michele Oka Doner, among others. Each of these artists has a unique set of ideas and that will inspire, engage, and educate the viewers. The Dalai Lama is a global spiritual leader, temporal leader, and a Buddhist who has demonstrated a path to peace. The exhibition is going to broaden the appreciation for the Dalai Lama and all the principles and qualities he embodies. The Missing Peace is funded in part by Funding Arts Network and The Charles Wei-Hsun Fu Foundation.

About The Frost Art Museum – Florida International University
Over 18,000 visitors have come to The Frost Art Museum since its opening in November 2008. The Frost is an AAM accredited museum and Smithsonian affiliate. The Museum is located at 10975 SW 17th St. across from the Blue garage and adjacent to the Wertheim Performing Arts Center on the University Park campus. Hours of operation are Tuesday through Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Sunday noon – 5p.m. The Frost is closed on most legal holidays. For more information, please visit http://thefrost.fiu.edu or call 305-348-2890.

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54 x 120 inches

Life Is Art Fundraising Auction Request

TGIF Everyone!

As you probably know, we have our next big event, Earth Is Art, coming up in just a week on August 22nd! We have a really nice show coming together for you with several south Florida artists, music, food, drinks, performances, and a lot of fun.

You know that Life Is Art is a non-profit, but we still have operating expenses. We put a lot of effort into following our mission of promoting and supporting the south Florida arts community. The response has been incredible, and everyone seems to agree that we are providing needed services.

To help us raise revenue to do more for the community, we are holding an auction and sale at this event. We are asking local businesses and arts lovers to sponsor an item or service for the auction. In addition to supporting the arts, you will receive some nice promotion in exchange. We always work to provide value for the community and all our supporters. We will list your name on the website, in email, on Facebook, and during the event. It is an inexpensive way to get your name in front of potential new customers.

If you are interested in participating, please contact us right away at art@lifeisartfest.org and we will get you all of the information. If you know of any business that might be interested, please pass this message along to them. Thank you very much!

Sincerely,
James Echols
Co-founder
Life Is Art, Inc. www.lifeisartfest.org

Ferragosto Italiano 2009 at Setai 8/15/09

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The Setai Presents

“Ferragosto Italiano” 2009
A place for family and friends to meet and make some new friends

Saturday, August 15th
8:00pm – 2:00am

L’ANTICIPAZIONE
Delectable cocktails, incredible cuisine, divine music and the unbelievable style of Shy Figaro Couture in a spectacular setting

LO SPIRITO
Our in house Mixologist Paul Sevigny prepares a succession of incredible cocktails.
The Specialty Negroni Cocktail complimentary from 9-10pm
The Classic Italian cocktail invented the 1900 by Count Camillo Negroni

I SAPORI
Miami Spice prix fix menu
Asian chefs prepare their specialties: Indian, Chinese, Thai, Malaysian and Singaporean Freshly Baked Pizzas, Antipasto and Mozzarella alla Capresse

LA ALTA MODA
Daring, Evocative, Sensual and sophisticated the distinctive and inspirational Fashion of the Shy Figaro Collection one of South Florida’s most talented fashion designer. Accessories by Silver Dagger. Show at 10pm

LA MUSICA
The Lounge Music pioneer of South Beach
Special Guest DJ Luca a.k.a. 2Much with Emunity Records

To RSVP please call 305.520.6400
Or SetaiDining@GHMamerica.com

Business Showcase Caribbean Trade Center 8/26/09

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CARIBBEAN TRADE CENTER LOOKS FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU
TO THIS SPECIAL OCCASION AS WE SALUTE TRINIDAD & TOBAGO’S 37TH YEAR OF INDEPENDENCE
Simply marvelous
CARIBBEAN TRADE CENTER’S
BUSINESS SHOWCASE
WEDNESDAY AUGUST 26, 2009
Holiday Inn Coral Gables – 1350 S. Dixie Highway
4:00pm – 9:00pm
Join Us As We Celebrate Trinidad & Tobago’s Independence
Tabletop Exhibits – Business Presentations – Networking
Entertainment – Door prizes – Reception
Under The Patronage Of the Consulate General of Trinidad & Tobago
Complimentary Admission
RSVP’s Requested By August 21
Information & RSVP’s – or contact (305)749-7462 – (305)498-3109
events@ctcbiz.org www.ctcbiz.org

DJ Ruen at The Florida Room at The Delano Hotel 8/14/09

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We invite you to unwind this Friday night at Miami’s most laid back, yet sophisticated lounge,
where irresistible allure returns week after week, and where admission is never charged.
THE FLORIDA ROOM
Delano Hotel
From the custom furnishings, to the exclusively created specialty cocktails infused with a Cuban/Latin feel. The Florida Room is an intimate spot that evokes a sexy aura while eluding an incredible atmosphere. Come early and enjoy the thriving sounds of a live band from 10pm-12am.
For the late night party, DJ Ruen will transport you to where you want to be with the sounds
of music as he spins the best in open format.
The Florida Room
Delano Hotel
1685 Collins Ave
Miami Beach . 33139
For more information or reservations: RSVP@VitaminCComm.com

Get Connected Networker at ECCO 8/27/09

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Get Connected August 27th at ECCO Pizzateca and Lounge
168 SE 1st Street, Miami, FL

Special guest: Michael Woodward

On Thursday, August 27th, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., members of South Florida’s leading networking organizations for young professionals will gather to celebrate the third “GET CONNECTED”, an event which offers young professionals a platform to network and build relationships in our community. The event will take place at Ecco Pizzateca & Lounge in Downtown Miami. This event is open to all young professionals.

The co-host sponsors for the August Get Connected include:

• Coconut Grove Jaycees (JCI) – an organization of young men and women (age 21-39) with a large and diverse membership from all over Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. “Jay-Cees” simply stands for Junior Chamber, which is part of the worldwide federation of 5,700 chapters in 110 countries around the world known as Junior Chamber International (JCI). The Coconut Grove chapter has been providing community service, business opportunities and leadership training to their community since 1976. Regionally, leaders such as Tom Gallagher (Florida Insurance Commissioner) and Alex Penelas (Former Miami -Dade County Mayor) are part of the Coconut Grove Jaycess’ alumni body. Internationally, past members have included U.S. Presidents (Kennedy, Johnson, Nixon, Ford, Clinton), UN Secretary General Kofi Annan, Bob Hawke (former Prime Minister of Australia), Jacques Chirac (former President of France), Ted Turner (founder of CNN), Larry Bird (Boston Celtics), Poul Schluter (former Prime Minister of Denmark) and Chen Shui-bian (10th president of Taiwan) among others.

• 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.

• 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.
• Middle Eastern American Professionals Association (MEAPA) – MEAPA is a community based civic and cultural organization that originated in South Florida. They have been keeping South Florida’s Middle Eastern American community informed, involved and connected, since 2005. MEAPA is open to all people, professionals and students of Arabic and Non-Arabic Middle Eastern Heritage. Anyone is welcomed to join the many great events, programs and activities.

• Miami Science Museum (@MIASCI) – Art and science converge on the last Thursday of every month at the Miami Science Museum. Young professionals, science aficionados, art enthusiasts and other 21-45 year olds come together for a happy hour alternative in a non-traditional setting. Enjoy open bar, hors d’oeuvres, exhibits and the sounds of renowned South Florida DJs all night long. Every month their focus changes to include a short program dedicated to an art form, from dance to poetry to the visual and culinary arts.

• 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.

• 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.

• YoPros – YoPros is an activities group for young professionals in Miami. They are a community of adventurous young professionals who seek to enjoy their valuable free-time engaging in fun, meaningful and interesting activities with like-minded people. YoPros offers their members the opportunity to participate in daily activities, such as, events, sports, fitness, culture, self-help/wellness and how to network and develop professionally in either their own activities or in conjunction with other outstanding organizations.

“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 third GET CONNECTED event. This event is free of charge. For more information, please contact Natalie Leon at (786) 537-0751, Cristina Tacoronte at (305) 788-0808 or Allison McCormick at (305)764-5377.

Roger Sanchez Presents Release Yourself at Mansion 9/5/09

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Roger Sanchez
Saturday, September 05, 2009 11:00 PM
Mansion | 1235 Washington Avenue
music by ROGER SANCHEZ
along with CHICCO SECCI
Click here to purchase tickets
Roger Sanchez has always operated several miles ahead of his dance music colleagues. Sanchez’s front-running position in the club community comes from an innate talent and taste for creative exploration.

From the beginning of his career, he has consistently strived to redefine the boundaries of underground house music, beginning in 1990 under the moniker Underground Solution with the single “Luv Dancin.” With that now classic single, Sanchez proved that the texture of a thick syncopated baseline, and a simple but contagious melody, could rise above the confines of a small venue into mainstream consciousness and on to crossover radio airwaves. The track was eventually re-recorded with the haughty and seductive delivery of newcomer Jasmine, further expanding its already ardent international audience and providing a glimpse into Sanchez’s creative grasp.

“I’ll never forget hearing, that record played in a club for the first time,” says Sanchez. “Watching people react to it was a revelation. I knew this record was different from anything l had worked on and it was just the beginning.” From that point he rose to the top of the major label remix league, adding his magic touch to a broad selection of today’s greatest artists. One of those would again change the course of career travel for Sanchez; “‘Take Me Back To Love Again’ by Kathy Sledge was one of the first records that I had to really show people that I could handle something with real depth,” he says of the song that he transformed from a sultry R & B ditty into a full throttle, gospel-spiced mover. “It wasn’t just a case of re-cutting the keyboards and beat. l went back into the studio with Kathy, and she re-sang the song. It was pure chemistry. We connected and really respected one another and that brought out the best we had to offer.” A worldwide No. 1 smash, “Take Me Back To Love Again” led to post-production of Sledge’s next single “Heart.”

Along the way, Sanchez further developed his unique and highly musical image within clubland with a foray into the world of independent label ownership. In 1992, he formed One Records, an outlet that earned a sole reputation for it’s cutting edge releases by Sanchez and a host of other underground luminaries. Last year came Narcotic Records. Among it’s early releases was “Another Star” which proved to be a massive vocal club anthem on which he teamed up with Kathy Sledge once again. Narcotic has emerged as a label that can deliver eclectic club tracks from the likes of Ashley Beedle, Deep Dish and DJ Disciple.

The hardcore of Sanchez’s tenure in dance music is an ongoing passion for stepping behind the turntables. “To me, spinning records can be just as creative as producing and remixing,” he says. “A great DJ can take a record and give it an entirely new sound or vibe, by the way they deal with the beats or chord progressions.” Sanchez still spins regularly, serving the longtime disciples of his hallowed ‘Ego Trip’ travelling parties, which were the talk of New York and Europe.

“DJ-ing is part of what draws me into making music,” says the New York native, who divided his early 20’s between seasoning his musical aptitude and studying architecture at the Pratt Institute. “For a while I tried to do both, but what can I say, music was what touched me more deeply. I had to give it a shot.”

Needless to say, Sanchez made the right decision. In addtion to a full slate of production, writing and remix chores, 1997 will see the birth of Narcosis Records which will be an outlet for more experimental music including Drum ‘n Bass and Hip Hop. Both Narcotic and Narcosis will continue the Sanchez philosophy of nurturing new talent and providing inspirational dance music.

See What They Did This Summer Opening at Miami Beach Botanical Gardens 8/17/09

See What They Did This Summer FREE
August 16 through 20
Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive
305.673.7256 www.mbgarden.org
An exhibit of crafts and artwork, See What They Did This Summer, created by students in the summer classes will be exhibited in the Banyan Room. Opening reception on Tuesday, August 17 from 6 to 8 PM.

Heineken Art Crawl Brickell 8/21/09

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A celebration of Heineken’s new mural designed by Kiki Valdes, located on
SW 7th Street & SW 2nd Ave., and the works of other recognized local Latino artists.
Carlos Lizano, Damen Cruz, Ruben Ubiera, Victor Payares, Reiner Gamboa
Art Crawl Events will take place on Friday, August 21st
from 6PM- 9PM at the following locations:
Segafredo 1421 South Miami Avenue
Novecento 1414 Brickell Avenue
Piola 1250 South Miami Avenue
Badrutt’s Place 1250 South Miami Avenue
Dolores Lolita 1000 South Miami Avenue
Shuttle service will be provided for transportation between event locations.
RSVP
See you on the crawl!

MAM Summer Nights with Afrobeta 8/13/09

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MAM Summer Nights
08/13/09 06:30PM – 09:00PM
Come to MAM every second Thursday during the Summer months to enjoy a late night at the Museum under the stars. Experience the convergence of creativity as the visual & performing arts come together in new & exciting ways!
This month features a musical performance by Afrobeta!
MAM Contemporaries Free; MAM Members $5; Non-members $10

Broadway Actors camp performance Beauty and the Beast Jr 8/14/09

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Come check out a musical theater show being performed this weekend by members of our Broadway Actors summer camp:
Beauty and the Beast Jr.
Broadway Actors
Friday, August 14, 2009, 5 pm
Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, US-1 and Monroe Street
Based on the Academy Award winning animated feature, the stage version of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast includes all of the wonderful songs from the film, written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, plus new songs written especially for the Broadway version by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice.
The audiences will be transported to a lovely French provincial town where the beautiful Belle lives with her father – a dotty inventor. When her father doesn’t return from a trip to the local fair, Belle rushes off to find him. To her dismay, she discovers he is being held captive in an old castle by a horrible beast. She trades her freedom for his and the “tale as old as time” begins. How Belle tames the unfortunate Beast and his ultimate transformation into a handsome prince continues to enthrall audiences.
Tickets are $7 for adults and $4 for children under 12-years-old. Tickets can be purchased at the box office 1 hour prior to the show. Performances take place at Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, US-1 and Monroe Street (1770 Monroe Street). Click here for more information.
Join us for the last session of our Summer Arts Camp, Specialty Week-Session 2: Summer Hurrah. Click here for more information.
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood
1650 Harrison St.
Hollywood, FL 33020
954. 921. 3274
ArtAndCultureCenter.org

Summertime Italian Dinner Party at I Corsini 8/15/09

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Luciano Purpi * Mykel Stevens * Dan Sehres Invite you to a Summertime Italian Dinner Party
Saturday August 15th 2009
Music By: PATRICK BELLI from COSTES -Florence
$30 Pre Fix Menu
Melanzane alla parmiggiana
Eggplants parmiggiana
Or
Calamari in umido con polenta
Braised calamari served with polenta
Or
Zucchine arrostite ripiene di carne
Roasted zucchini stuffed with ground beef
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Fusilli primavera
Fusilli with vegetables sauce
Or
Trancio di tonno in padella con insalata di spinaci e cocomero
Tuna pan seared served with spinach and watermelon salad
Or
Grigliata mista di carne (pollo, salsiccia, entrana)con patate e insalata
Grilled mixed meat (sausage, chicken breast and skirt steak) with potatoes and salad
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Sgroppino …sorbetto al Limon e prose
Groping……lemon sorbet and prose
+ Glass Of Wine
You must RSVP for the $30 Pre Fix Menu
icorsinirestaurant@gmail.com
Address: 560 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Phone: +1 305 531 2323
Website: http://www.icorsini.com

Departures (Okuribito) at Miami Beach Cinematheque 8/14-16/09

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14 FRI, 15 SAT, 16 SUN 7pm:
Best Foreign Film Oscar® WINNER 2009!
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Miami Theatrical HD Premiere!
Departures (Okuribito)
(Directed by Yojiro Takita/Japan/2009/130min.)
With Masahiro Motoki, Riyoko Hirosue, Tsutomu Yamakazi

Academy Award® winner for Best Foreign Language Film, Departures is a delightful journey into the heartland of Japan as well an astonishingly beautiful look at a sacred part of Japan’s cultural heritage. Departures follows Daigo Kobayashi (Masahiro Motoki), a devoted cellist in an orchestra who is suddenly left without a job. He answers a classified ad entitled “Departures” only to discover that the job is actually for a “Nokanshi” or “encoffineer,” a person who prepares deceased bodies for burial. The film follows his profound and sometimes comical journey with death as he uncovers the wonder, joy and meaning of life and living. In Japanese with English subtitles
WINNER: Academy Award 2009 Best Foreign Language Film
Ten Japan Academy Prizes including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor
“ENORMOUSLY AFFECTING, EVEN HAUNTING film with a superb lead performance by Masahiro Motoki.” -New York Magazine
For tickets click HERE

PALO! at Van Dyke this Saturday 8/15/09

Hope you can make it this Saturday, August 15, 9:30 – 1:30 for…
PALO! Upstairs @ the Van Dyke Café!

Van Dyke Café
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

PALO! brings the sizzling Afro-Cuban Funk to South Beach…
No cover! No minimum!
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Networking at the Beautiful Hyatt Pier 66 Business Card Exchange After Work 8/13/09

Join us for Networking at the Beautiful Hyatt Pier 66
Business Card Exchange After Work
Thursday, August 13th
5:30pm-7:30pm
Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six
In The New Hotel Lounge
2301 SE. 17th Street Cswy.
Fort Lauderdale
Come network with other local Business & Professionals on a business level after work.
Cost is $10 and includes one drink and great appetizers.
You won’t want to miss this great location for networking in the beautiful Hyatt Pier 66 …in the hotel lobby bar area
~ Bring Plenty of Your Business Cards ~
What is a Biz to Biz Networking?
An opportunity for local businesses to network with each other on a business level and to interact with each other on a social level.
Everyone is welcome. No Membership
Bring a friend and introduce them to Biz to Biz Networking Events

For More Info: www.biztobiznetworking

Eos monthly wine dinner with chef Michael Psilakis 8/25/09

On August 25, Eos continues its monthly wine dinner series with specially selected wines from the Tuscan Hills region. Guests will enjoy a delicious reception and multi-course dinner paired with five wines from Tuscany’s western border, a region recognized for its use of traditional grape varieties in its production of high quality Italian wines. The featured wines including the Chianti Classico by Fontodi 2005 and the Brunello di Monalcino by Tenuta Friggiali 1999 are ideal compliments to Chef Michael Psilakis’ signature dishes – Muscovy duck breast with dried cherry bordelaise, radicchio and truffled potato, and the grilled dry aged sirloin among others. Reception begins at 7 PM and tickets are $95. For reservations, please call 305.503.4400, ext. 7151.