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Four Seasons-Friday Night Wine Tasting-California,Oregon and Washington 11/2/12

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Friday Night Wine Tasting-Calif.,Oregon & Washington

November 2, 2012 from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
UntitledFour Seasons
1435 Brickell Avenue
Miami
Cost is $20 and reservations are not required.

Please join us for this Friday’s tasting of " Excellent Wines for Thanksgiving Dinner " as this week’s theme.We will be tasting a great selection of truly delicious wines from California, Oregon and Washington State that happen to be perfect for pairing with your Thanksgiving dinner (Turkey and Ham!) and all are highly rated!
We will sample eleven wines.
The tasting takes place in the Outer Edge at the Edge Restaurant on the Four Seasons hotels 7th floor, one of the most spectacular venues in South Florida!

Hanna Winery ~ Sauvignon Blanc ~ Sonoma, California
Argyle Winery ~ Chardonnay ~ Willamette Valley, Oregon
Terlato Vineyards ~ Pinot Grigio ~ Russian River Valley, California
Raptor Ridge Winery ~ Rose’ of Pinot Noir ~ Yamhill Valley, Oregon
Edmund St. John ~ Gamay Noir ~ El Dorado County, California
Olson Family Vineyards ~ " Viridian" Pinot Noir ~ Willamette Valley, Oregon
Anne Amie Winery ~ "Cuvee A"Pinot Noir ~ Willamette Valley, Oregon
Flying Fish Winery ~ Merlot ~ Washington State
Happy Canyon Vineyard ~ "Chukker" Red Blend ~ Santa Barbara, California
Buena Vista Winery ~ "The Count-Founder’s Reserve" Red Blend ~ Sonoma, California
Novelty Hill Winery ~ "Royal Slope" Red Blend (Merlot/Cab/Cab Franc/Syrah) ~ Washington State

Fifth Annual Reason to Run 5k Benefiting Pediatric Cancer Research 11/10/12

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Fifth Annual "Reason to Run" 5k to Raise Funds for Pediatric Cancer Research
Saturday, November 10, 2012 at 8 a.m.
Deering Estate
16701 S.W. 72 Avenue
Miami, FL

On-site registration and check-in will begin at 7 a.m.  The registration fee is $25 for adults before November 2.  The fee increases to $30 thereafter.

To date, the event has raised more than $150,000 for pediatric cancer research.  Dr. Julio Barredo of the UM Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center received the first local award last year for a study entitled “Targeting Glycolysis and the AMPK Regulated Metabolic Networks in Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).”  Last year, event organizers also raised enough to purchase the Bio-Plex 200.  The instrument allows for complex analyses of protein and nucleic acid vital to the research being conducted at UM Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center.

The “Reason to Run” 5K run/walk is the brainchild of avid marathoners and training partners Linda Martinez and Lisette Zamora.  Both women have participated in and coached a number of fundraising events for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

“Finding cures for pediatric cancers took on a special meaning for my family five years ago when my 10-year-old nephew was diagnosed with a brain tumor,” said Linda Martinez, event organizer.  “Through the work of dedicated doctors and nurses, he is winning his fight.  But the fact remains that cancer is the number one disease killer of children, and the treatments currently available often negatively impact the quality of life for those who survive.  Events such as this one will help fund life-saving research while raising awareness that there is still much work to be done.”

After the run/walk, participants will be invited to enter the Deering property for a post-race event that will include a raffle, music, food, drinks, bounce-houses and other entertainment in the family area.

All participants will be automatically entered to win one of many prizes including a Miami Seaquarium dolphin swim for four, admission to other attractions, and a host of other prizes.  Those wishing to enter, but not run, can make a donation or purchase a raffle ticket for $5.

Sponsors for “Reason to Run” 5K run/walk include: Palmetto Ford, SeaView Research, HiTEX Marketing, SH Medical Corp., Dolphin Mall and Preferred Care Partners.  Several local schools and businesses have initiated fundraising campaigns as well, and cash donations have exceeded $15,000 to date.

CancerFree KIDS’ mission is to fund life-saving research of childhood cancers.  CFK supports research by raising funds in a myriad of ways and by actively advocating for additional funding of pediatric cancer research on a national level.  The non-profit 501(c)(3) organization was founded on the belief that research can lead to a cure, not only for children, but for everyone.  For additional information, visit www.cancerfreekids.org.
For more information on the race event or to register, please visit www.reasontorun.org or call (305) 807-7079.

GMCVB’s First Annual Miami Live Music Month Kick-Off Event 11/3/12

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GMCVB’s First Annual Miami Live Music Month Kick-Off Event
image001Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 9 p.m.
Grand Central
697 North Miami Ave
Downtown Miami
$15 advance tickets online
18+

Miami New Times and Miami Live Music Month present The First Annual Miami Live Music Month Kickoff event at Grand Central

Featuring live performances by Sweden’s Icona Pop

And Miami’s own
Afrobeta, Radioboxer and Bonnie Beats

and much, much more!…

Boys and Girls Clubs Club Blue Young Professionals Cocktails and Networking 11/14/12

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Boys and Girls Clubs Club Blue Young Professionals Cocktails and Networking
Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2012, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Gibraltar Restaurant
Grove Isle Hotel & Spa
4 Grove Isle Drive
Coconut Grove, FL 33133

RSVPs are required at clubblue@bgcmia.org. For more information, email clubblue@bgcmia.org.
Guest admission is a $25 donation which includes a cocktail and appetizers. Admission for Club Blue members is free (the membership fee for Club Blue is $150.)

Club Blue Miami, Young Professionals for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade invites area young professionals to attend its evening of cocktails and networking at Gibraltar Restaurant at Grove Isle Hotel in Coconut Grove, Fla. Club Blue welcomes area young professionals to attend the relaxed event, where they can mingle/network and learn more about Club Blue and its mission.
 
The guest speaker will be Manny Diaz, former mayor of Miami and senior partner at Lydecker Diaz.  Attendees will enjoy cocktails and appetizers, plus a silent auction featuring artwork by Latin American artist Samuel Navedo and raffle prizes. 
 
The event is sponsored by Tax Consultants of Miami, Grove Isle Hotel & Spa, JGB Bank, ArtByNavedo, Allstate Insurance–Andres Guilarte, Nutrition Bully, Elite Fitness, Unique Crystal by Michelle Rodriguez, Lindamood-Bell, Fortune Cupcakes and Sounds by DJ Laz Quintero.
                                                                                                        
Club Blue Miami comprises energetic, young professionals ages 45 or younger who are, or are certain to become the community’s future leaders. It was established to provide a place where young professionals can connect to change lives. Members are individual contributors whom are committed to expanding Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s mission of building community awareness and establishing long-lasting ties with the community. For more information about Club Blue, visit www.facebook.com/clubbluemiami.

The Art Rush at Segafredo L’Originale 11/3/12

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The Art Rush
490Saturday Nov. 3
Segafredo L’Originale
1040 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach FL 33139
305-673-0047

This will be an eclectic art experience YOU CAN’T MISS at Segafredo Lincoln Road!

Segafredo on Lincoln Road, also referred to as L’Originale, has partnered with Alberto Linero Gallery to showcase celebrated local and international artists and their mixed media works including sculptures and paintings. The monthly series second event will be held on Saturday November 3rd at 8pm and will be held every first Saturday of the month through January 2013. In November, selected artists are Santiago Betancur, Todd Babb, Luis Jimenez, Sarah Allen, ROMGO, Pedro Sandoval, Dario, Breceda, Gabi Correa and Fred. In addition, a live painting performance by Susan Kaufman and Guillermo Venturini will be held throughout the evening.

The line- up of international artists bring an eclectic art experience with inspirational creativity from science with life-size figure painting by Betancur; urban living, with steel sculptures by Luis Jimenez; nature’s destruction by Sarah Allen; natural elements, light and colors by ROMGO and abstract neo-expressionnism by world-renowned Sandoval. Live performers Susan Kaufman and Guillermo Venturini will explore their environment and release their inspirations onto their canvases.

Located in the lively pedestrian street, Segafredo L’Originale on Lincoln Road offers an open air setting for viewing unique pieces of art by talented international artists otherwise only available in a gallery environment. Each artist will be on site to discuss their pieces with inquiring minds during ART RUSH.

“ART RUSH was designed to engage patrons and passing visitors into an art-based experience where the art comes alive before you,” explains Alberto Linero of Alberto Linero Gallery.

Gardy Girault will be spinning his tunes during the event.

The event series will continue every first Saturday of month in December and January. For more information please call 305-673-0047 or visit www.sze-oroginale.com

Luis Jimenez
For Luis Jimenez, inspiration can develop from everyday activities such as a drive to the office or even watching television; beauty can present itself as a sign on Lincoln Road (Miami Beach) or in a piece of twisted metal in New York City. The combination of this daily urban alphabet guides his creative sensibilities and challenges cultural barriers.
A New Jersey native, Jimenez moved to Colombia where he pursued a degree in mechanical engineering at Medellin’s School of Administration, Finances and Technology. He thereafter continued his education at Florida International University in Miami with a specialization in laminated steels, which led to an early career in the metal and mechanical industry.
Jimenez ultimately discovered plastic art through his work in the metal industry. He explored the medium during workshops and personalized courses in drawing, painting, wood sculpture and stained glass, both in Colombia and United States. He continues to perfect his craft at Alberto Linero Gallery in Miami’s Wynwood Design District, where he is an artist-in-residence. Jimenez’s iconic ‘Peace’ sculpture is installed in front of Mai Tardi Restaurant in the Design District and at the Philharmonic Center for the Arts in Naples, Florida.

Todd Babb
A natural ability to sculpt and paint was fine tuned during the prosperous years of Todd’s first business venture, Creative Artistry. During this time he carved and painted in solid surface materials working directly with design professionals on three continents. His work with Dupont Corian© and LG HiMax© gave him an audience with such industry giants as Princess Cruiselines© and the Walt Disney Company©. This success also afforded him the opportunity to show work in Solid Surface magazine, on Home and Garden Television, and in events such as the Kitchen and Bath International Show’s in Atlanta, Chicago, and Orlando. While pursuing these endeavors he continued to give back to the community with involvement in local charities in Southwest Florida, such as Arts for ACT and Pelicans in Paradise. Todd was also honored to work in a sole artist project with Lt. Governor and Mrs. Jeff Kottkamp to raise money for the Abuse Counseling and Treatment Center. Since 2007 Todd’s focus is exclusively on fine art using his personally developed method to create conceptual pieces that portray a deeper understanding of human nature. His sculpture has been on display at the Naples Museum of Art and in solo and group exhibitions. His work can be seen in galleries, fine art festivals, and collections around the world, ranging from Panama and Ecuador to Greece and the United Kingdom. His work has also been featured in numerous articles and publications (to include the 81st edition of Florida Architecture).

Santiago Betancur
The work of Santiago Betancur lies between the complexity of science and abstract art. His approach to life-size figure painting interweaves the two worlds, creating a delicate balance that gives him “the satisfaction of discovering [his] own abstract diseases and cures.” His style reflects his affinity for nature and for how natural elements emit the highest level of creativity.
A native of Colombia, Betancur traveled to Miami in 2009 with a goal to generate new concepts for how humanity views itself. His work is physiologically precise, often gaining praise from doctors and scientists.
Most recently, he joined the team at Alberto Linero Gallery in Wynwood Design District. As a featured artist in the gallery, Betancur maintains a strict mantra which has inspired a series of self-portraits: “humans are only neurons receiving the best information we can from the universe.”

Sarah Allen
A native of Atlanta, Freeman moved to New Orleans in 1958 and enthusiastically embraced the local art scene. Encouraged to pursue her own creativity, Freeman enrolled in art school at Newcomb College in 1970. She painted extensively until 1975, when she put her art career on hold to raise children. She ran Eclectics, a popular ethnic art gallery in the French Quarter. In 1970, she began a long and influential association with the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation – almost by happenstance. She was tending her gallery when Preservation Hall founder Allan Jaffe walked in and said, “Can you get out for a while? There’s something going at Congo Square I think you’d enjoy.” It was the first Jazz Fest. Freeman joined the board of the fledgling Foundation, serving as president from 1981 to 1984. In the mid-1990s Freeman returned to Atlanta and resumed painting, amassing a large collection of works – all of which were destroyed in a catastrophic fire in her home studio in 2005. The works in the current exhibit – all acrylic on canvas – represent her output since the fire, and her response to it. “It’s just a violent reaction to the devastation,” Freeman says of her recent work. “You just can’t get enough paint on the canvas. You have a lot of energy: ‘I’m just not going to let this fire burn me up. I’m not going to let it happen…. You create something, and then you see it vibrate and change and grow and explode and get back together,” she says. “The ‘end of the world’ doesn’t scare you. It’s not going to end. It’s going to keep on going, no matter what anybody does.”

ROMGO
Mexican Artist, ROMGO is famous for his “ycaros.”- They are imaginary beings in a million different colors and forms. They roam freely in each of Romgo’s pieces, and cohabit the walls of his studio, going up and down the stairs of the imagination. They weave neuron thoughts of creative ROMGIANA. They go out and expose this creativity to the light and they bathe in the color and textures. They are hiding in each grain of sand mixed in his work.

Pedro Sandoval
Pedro Sandoval defines himself as abstract neo-expressionistic, which inevitably puts him together with Kandinsky and Willem De Kooning, whose vibrant influence is felt in his work. However, a simple retrospective look will allow us to determine that his artistic path cannot be laced in simple classifications. Sandoval is much more. His work feeds on the rich source of abstract painters who preceded him and left magnificent works. Today, he is considered as one of the most important artists of the world of painting.
The works of Pedro Sandoval are part of the Moma- Museum of Modern Art, Louvre, Muse de Orsay, Centre Pompidou, Guggenhei – New York, Guggenheim-Bilbao, Guggenheim-Berlin, The Metropolitan Museum of Art New York, Museo Nacional de Arte Moderno – Tokyo, Museo del Prado in Madrid, J. Paul Getty Center- Los Angeles, TATE – British and International Modern Contemporary Art, Centro de Arte – Reina Sofia, Museo Thyssen Bornemisza, Boca Raton Museum of Art in Mizner, Museo de Arte Contemporaneo–Barcelona Hamburger Kunsthalle – Germany,Museo Nacional de Arte Decorativo – Argentina, Museo de Arte de Sao Pablo – Brazil, Museo de Arte Moderna de Rio de Janeiro, Galeria Nacional de Arte –Washington, Galeria Nacional de Londres – Great British.
Moreover, his works are present in private collections around the world, like the Kennedy family, the Collection of the White House and Vatican Museum Collection, among others.

Susan Kaufman
Susan defines herself through color and movement. Her work with oils; acrylics and mixed media explore the limits of abstract and expressionist art through passionate brush strokes drenched in bold hues. Her paintings draw on intense personal experiences as a martial artist, private pilot, dancer, extensive United States and foreign travel, and music, which moves her soul. She is inspired by nature and all living beings in the Universe. Each blank canvas is just waiting for her to create a link between her soul and all that view her art.
While living in California, Susan painted and exhibited in Juried Art Shows at the Pacific Art League in Palo Alto , California as well as exhibits in community sites in the Bay area. After moving to Miami Beach, Susan continued to paint at the Art Center of South Florida and then at the Bakehouse Art Complex in Miami‘s Wynwood Art District. At the BAC her work was juried and she was accepted as a resident artist and worked there for four years. She now paints in her home in Sunny Isles Beach, Florida and in Manhattan.

Guillermo Venturini
Creative, self-taught, began in photography in 1977 at Centro de Ensenanza de la Imagen, Madrid, Spain. Professor of Photography Digital University of Flores-Argentina.
Exhibits and awards:
Exhibition Salon Dorado Hotel Comahue, Neuquén, Patagonia Argentina
Exhibition Sala Emilio Saraco, Secretary of Culture of the Municipality of Neuquén, Patagonia Argentina
Selection and Special Mention Photo CompetitionV National Annual Salon, Argentina
Exhibition National Museum of Fine Arts 2010-2011, Argentina
Award XVI Open Meetings, International light Festival 2011, Paris, France. 22 countries
Award XVII Open Meetings, International light Festival 2012, Paris, France. 22 countries

Sweat Broadsheet Collaboration Centre Gallery Opening Reception 11/1/12

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Sweat Broadsheet Collaboration Centre Gallery Opening Reception
 Sweat_01_Moore_HyppoliteThursday, November 1, 6 p.m.
Centre Gallery
Wolfson Campus
300 N.E. Second Ave.
Building 1, Third Floor
Miami, Florida

Reading
Saturday, November 17, 3:30 p.m.
Held at Centre Gallery
in conjunction with
Miami Book Fair International

Miami Book Arts’ inaugural project, Sweat Broadsheet Collaboration, teams writers and artists to create literary broadsides on the theme of sweat. In some cases, artists responded to words provided by the writers; some writers produced new works after conversations with artists; and still other pairs worked closely together to produce new collaborative works.

Collins Canal Centennial Celebration 11/3/12

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Collins Canal Centennial Celebration
1050Saturday November 3, 2012, 10am
The Bandshell, on the Canal
Washington Avenue and 21st Street
Miami Beach.
Rain location: the 21st St. Recreation Center next door. 
 
Miami Design Preservation League (MDPL) and the Collins Park Neighborhood Association (CPNA) present an all-day family event to celebrate the 100th Birthday of the Collins Canal in Miami Beach. Get ready to party like it’s 1912! 
 
Period costume is encouraged, and please decorate your bike or boat! Boaters please see info below. Transit: You can reach the event area on Miami-Dade busses C,L,M,S or 120 to Collins Ave. & 23rd St.; bus 115/117 to Dade Blvd.; or the South Beach Local 25¢ bus to Collins Park. Parking: Miami Beach High School, on Dade Blvd. at Washington Ave. (PENDING) The event gets underway at 10am with ongoing music performances, food vendors, kids’ activities, and guided walking tours by MDPL hourly from 11am to 3 pm. 
 
Since Miami Beach pioneer John Collins originally built the Canal to transport his avocado crops, there will be a class on raising avocados at 10 am at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, on the Canal one block west of the Bandshell. 
 
Kids’ activities at the site will include face painting, a scavenger hunt, and a crafts table. The Miami Beach Regional Library nearby at 227 22nd St. will have Video Gaming for teens from11am to 3pm, and Storytelling for toddlers at 3 pm. 
 
John Collins is expected to drop by the Library at 2 pm! Official ceremony at the Bandshell starts at 4 pm with a talk by John Collins followed by a City Proclamation, Birthday cake, and musical finale by SoBe Institute of the Arts (SoBe Arts). All activities are free, except for food vendors. Boaters: The Canal is a wonderful place to canoe, kayak, or paddleboard! It is not officially part of the event site, but runs alongside it. 
 
The Canal is a public waterway and, as always, boating here is at one’s own risk. Please do not bring jet-skis or other motorcraft! We want this to be a safe & fun experience for kids and everyone else. Besides, it’s a manatee zone. Also, we cannot be responsible for securing your watercraft, so please bring your own locking device if you will be going ashore. 
 
The Canal is about 1 ¼ miles long, from its inlet on Biscayne Bay (just south of the Venetian Causeway) running northeasterly along Dade Boulevard to its outlet on Lake Pancoast, at the south end of Indian Creek. It’s about 40 ft. wide (narrowed by vegetation), a few feet deep, and there are seven bridges with overhead clearance of 4-6 ft. There is unknown debris on the bottom; so wading shoes are a good idea. Tides are fairly strong in the Canal. On Nov. 3 the current will be coming in from the Bay (eastbound) from 5:30 am to about noon, then flowing out again (westbound) from noon to 5:45 pm. Decide how much of a challenge you want! Rentals of canoes, kayaks, and boards are available at South Beach Kayak at 1771 Purdy Ave., near the Bay (southbeachkayak@hotmail.com 305-332-2853). At the other end of the Canal on Lake Pancoast, Beach Boat Rentals (2400 Collins Ave., 305-674-9300) has kayaks and paddleboards and is closer to the event site. Rentals do not come with locks, so bring one if you want to go ashore. Launching: At the west end of the Canal, there is a public launch ramp at the Miami Beach Marine Patrol in Maurice Gibb Park, on the Bay just north of the Venetian Causeway (Purdy Ave & 18th St.). There is a metered parking lot there, and also nearby is the brand-new Sunset Harbor Municipal Garage at 1900 Bay Road. There is also a launch site at the far west end of Lincoln Road, just south of the Canal. Launching at Lake Pancoast, at the east end of the Canal (Collins Ave. & 24th St.) is also easy, and a City parking lot is two blocks away, on 23rd St. There is a small landing platform on the Canal behind the Botanical Garden, just east of Meridian Avenue.

Moksha Art Fair 2012 Eagle Meets Condor 12/5/12-12/8/12

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Moksha Art Fair 2012 Eagle Meets Condor
December 5th. at 8:00pm until December 8th. at 4:00am
Moksha_Art_Fair_2012_Front1Moksha Family Artist Collective
228 N.E. 59 St.
Miami, Florida 33137
www.MokshaFamily.org
Buy Tickets

The Moksha Family Arts Collective is proud to announce the following initial lineup of visionary artists, speakers and musicians for the 2012
Moksha Art Fair “Eagle Meets Condor”

Visual Artists: Leonard Crowdog, Jr.; Mariano Valadez; Cilau Valadez; Mark Henson; Amanda Sage; Michael Divine; Alex Sastoque; More TBA.

Speakers: Daniel Pinchbeck; Manolo Torres; More TBA.
 
Musical Acts: Andreilien (Heyoka); Govinda; More TBA.

The Moksha Family Artist Collective and Community Arts & Culture present the 2012 Moksha Art Fair with the theme “The Eagle Meets The Condor”, during Art Basel Miami Beach. This showcase works to highlight the cultural and creative connections between the indigenous people of South & Central America with North American shamanism. By utilizing artistic sensibilities to reflect the deep appreciation for ancient knowledge, the Moksha Art Fair brings people together to share and experience art that transcends time.

The theme of “The Eagle Meets The Condor” represents a convergence of creativity and reverence of native culture and modern awakening. Part of this international gathering will include shamans, spiritual leaders from South America, Central America and North America who will present traditional elements of their cultural history through artistic displays, educational presentations and interactive demonstrations. This is an opportunity to experience a cultural relevance of history as it meshes in today’s modern world.

Within many indigenous cultures there is a 2000 year old prophecy about the eagle meeting the condor to create peace and balance for the people of the Americas. In Andean culture, the prophecy predicted the conflict throughout the Americas from around 1500 to 2000. The eagle represents the modern, technological world while the condor represents the people who live close to the land and honor spirituality and wisdom.

As part of the prophecy, it is foretold that we are in a time of transition that will bring the eagle and condor to fly together in harmony. This will require that the people of the Americas embrace a change in consciousness as well as in practices. This partnership will be born of love and healing that will work to undo the conflict through sustainability and understanding.

The 2012 Moksha Art Fair honors this prophecy and provides a platform for our visionary community to come together with global awareness, creative interaction and solidarity for holistic wisdom. By merging the modern technology with the roots of nature, we strive to achieve a sense of harmony that can radiate beyond our local community to all across the Earth.

As part of the 2012 Moksha Art Fair, there will be a special showcase of international and local artists along with a panel discussion about the cultural impact of enthogens in art. In addition, there will be a special indigenous blessing ceremony that will bring together a selection of tribal cultures. As a culmination of this art festival, there will be multi-media presentation of music, live art and various performances.

The Moksha Art Fair is the premiere event for visionary art during Art Basel Miami Beach. In 2012, The Eagle Meets The Condor will bring together a dynamic selection of artists, performers & musicians. This is a showcase that should not be missed. Make your plans to be at the 2012 Moksha Art Fair. You will be happy you did. Spread the word & be part of something beautiful.
Gallery, lecture, music and performance updates coming soon. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor or participating, contact us here or at 305-757-7277.

The Wolfsonian Visionaries 3rd Annual Fundraiser The Art of Illumination 11/10/12

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The Wolfsonian Visionaries 3rd Annual Fundraiser The Art of Illumination
November 10, 2012 from 9 pm to 1 am
Historic Moore Building
4040 NE 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33137

Tickets are $150 each.
Tickets can also be purchased online at wolfsonian.org/111012.
Contact Kelsey Kyle at kelsey@thewolf.fiu.edu or 305.535.2626.

Proceeds to Benefit The Wolfsonian–Florida International University

The Wolfsonian Visionaries will host their third annual fundraising event, The Art of Illumination, to benefit The Wolfsonian–Florida International University. The event, which will focus on the power and beauty of light with LED light installations from local artists and designers featured throughout the venue, will be held at the historic Moore Building in the heart of Miami’s famed design district. The evening coincides with the museum’s seventeenth anniversary and will feature signature dishes from Miami’s top restaurants and caterers, as well as top shelf spirits from Bacardi, music, and entertainment.
 
The evening’s theme of illumination is inspired by the Arts of Illumination: Illuminating the Arts, an exterior facade project funded in part through a Knight Arts Challenge grant with support also provided by the Jerome A. Yavitz Charitable Foundation, Isabel and Marvin Leibowitz, and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Visionaries challenged a small group of Miami-based artists, designers, and creatives to rethink the influence and everyday use of light with LED installations to be auctioned off at the event. Participants were invited to design an object using Lighting Dynamics LED strip lighting in a way that promotes ambiance, beauty, and innovation. All proceeds from the silent auction will benefit The Wolfsonian. Participating designers include: AECOM, Matthew Anders, Architectonica Interiors, Johanna Boccardo, Rene Gonzalez Architect, rGLOBE, Alexis Cogul Lleonart, Lopez / Jaimes, NC-Office, and Chad Oppenheim. The Lighting Design Challenge is conducted in conjunction with, and with support from, FIU’s School of Architecture.
 
“The evening will be a unique experience––It won’t be your typical museum fundraiser,” says Olga Granda-Scott, Chair of The Art of Illumination Committee. “It was essential for the Visionaries to involve prominent designers and creative thinkers from our community in the celebration. We are expecting an impressive selection of one-of-a-kind installations to be displayed and ultimately auctioned at the event.”

In addition to the installations and auction, other highlights will include dance performances inspired by art, architecture, and the idea of illumination by Dance NOW! Miami throughout the evening. A pop-up museum shop will be featured—items for sale will include novelty items created specifically for the event and will benefit the Visionaries. The design and construction of the pop-up shop is being donated by Bloom Interior Architecture.
 
Sponsors of The Art of Illumination include: DACRA, Petit Pois, Baggu, Bloom, Bubble, Lemon Yellow, Audubon House & Tropical Gardens, Elemis Spa, Bacardi, Bianca at Delano, Le Basque, Société Perrier, STK Miami, sweet & tipsy cupcakes, Chat Chow TV, MIAMI magazine, Social Miami, VENÜ magazine, Michael E. Katz Design Consultant, Lluria Fine Art Services, LLC, and NIBA Home.
 
The Wolfsonian Visionaries are dedicated to supporting The Wolfsonian by inspiring and engaging its members and the community to appreciate the role design plays in shaping society. The Visionaries are comprised of young professionals from Miami’s arts and business communities who are committed to promoting The Wolfsonian through innovative events and design-related programming. The Art of Illumination host committee includes Susanne Birbragher, Rene Gonzalez, Iran Issa-Khan, Jaime Odabashian (Visionaries Co-Chair), Douglas Scott (Visionaries Co-Chair), Olga Granda-Scott (Event Chair), Michelle Areces, Nisi Berryman, Viviane de Kuyper-Verduyn, Joshua Dunkelman, Eunique Fowler, Michele Hanash, Sandra Montenegro, Erika Morales, Aimet Oberhausen, Quetsy & Aaron Puckett, Lucia Schito, and Jesse Stolow.

Miami Heat’s Mike Miller launches Let it Fly Energy Drink at Bayside 10/30/12

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Miami Heat’s Mike Miller launches Let it Fly Energy Drink at Bayside
Tuesday, October 30th from 2pm-10pm
bayside-flyerBayside Marketplace
401 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132

Miami Heat’s Mike Miller will be launching his new energy drink Let It Fly Energy at the Miami Heat’s home opener. The launch will include a special discount pack and 2 tickets to the Miami Heat’s home opener against the Boston Celtics. This event is the first of more to come from Let It Fly Energy.

The Miami Heat’s Mike Miller is excited to announce the launch of Let It Fly Energy. The new brand will offer a natural energy drink, natural energy shot, and promotional merchandise. This will be the official public launch of the company where fans will have the opportunity to purchase official Let It Fly hats, shirts, synch bags, natural energy drinks, and natural energy shots.

In addition, to kick off Let It Fly Energy and celebrate company owner Mike Miller’s championship season with the Miami Heat, L.I.F.E. will be selling promotional merchandise in conjunction with the Heat’s opening home game against the rival Boston Celtics on October 30th. Bayside Marketplace will be sponsoring this special event, held at the main entrance near the flag area from 2 PM until 10 PM. The first 30 visitors to go to the website and purchase the special packet will also get two tickets to the Heat’s opening game (See the 2 for $200 special).

Later next week, Mike will also host a Let It Fly promotion where one lucky winner will win a Championship ring. A portion of the proceeds from both launch events will go to Mike’s Foundation and Miami Heat’s charity.

Once the Heat’s season opener is over, fans will be welcomed to meet Mike Miller at Tradewinds Bar and Grill. "I wanted to do something different. I wanted to launch this brand but also do something to show my appreciation for the fans that are supporting us. It’s not just a Miami Heat thing. Non-Heat fans are definitely welcome to come too. I thank all fans that have supported us throughout these months in social media and the fans that I’ve met during the last few months of promotion."

About Let It Fly: Let It Fly Energy, LLC is the producer of natural, great tasting energy drinks and energy shots designed to enhance the productivity and alertness of its users. L.I.F.E. is owned by NBA star and entrepreneur Mike Miller. For more information, please visit our website at www.letitflyenergy.com or stay updated by following on Twitter @LetItFlyEnergy.

Bvlgari, Tiffany and Lafont Trunk Show and Cocktail Party 11/9/12

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Bvlgari, Tiffany & Lafont Trunk Show & Cocktail Party
November 9, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Hollywood Eyes
2011 Harrison Street
Hollywood, FL 33020

Free and open to the public

Hollywood Eyes, the final word in Hollywood glamour with a South Florida twist, is hosting an exclusive trunk show and cocktail soiree benefitting Hollywood Women’s Club.  This indulgent night of shopping and cocktails will feature the latest trends from Lafont, Bvlgari and Tiffany eye wear.  The event, which takes place Friday, November 9th from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., is free and open to the public.

The sun always shines brightly in South Florida, so even as winter approaches, a pair of hot shades is absolutely indispensable.  Hollywood Eyes’ trunk show will showcase timeless, classic shades with fashionable appeal that will be en vogue all-year round.

Guests will enjoy a preview of fall’s hottest frames and a trunk show with 20% of all proceeds benefitting to the Hollywood Women’s Club. There will also be a luxury raffle for a chance to win a pair of designer glasses, passed hors d’oeuvres from Euro Café and complimentary cocktails.

3rd Annual PAL of North Miami Celebration Cocktails, Casino and Cars 11/2/12

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Casino Cocktails Cars Invitation3rd Annual PAL of North Miami Celebration, “Cocktails, Casino, & Cars”
Friday- November 2nd, 2012, 6:00PM
The Dezer Collection
2000 NE 146th Street
North Miami, FL 33181

Tickets: $75, Includes dining, two complimentary drinks, tour of The Dezer Collection, casino games, and networking, and entertainment
Tickets are available via palofnm.eventbrite.com. Email palnmrsvp@gmail.com  or Phone 786-565-8PAL(8725)
Cocktail Attire

This fundraiser will raise awareness as well as much needed funds that will be used to help provide athletic, educational and cultural programming for the advancement of our young leaders in the North Miami and Greater Miami-Dade Community.

Halloween Night An Evening in the land of OZ 10/31/12

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Halloween Night An Evening in the land of OZ
Wednesday, October 31st 2012, 5:00 pm to 9:00pm
bluemartiniBlue Martini 
900 South Miami ave. 2nd level
Miami, FL

Must be 21 to enter
Valet Parking: Available
Cost: Free
Dress Code: Costumes optional

rsvp@fabulousmiami.com by Tuesday, October 30th 2012

You are invited to celebrate a Corporate
Halloween Happy Hour at Blue Martini

Mention Fabulous Miami at the door to receive a ticket for a complimentary welcome drink. Hors D’oevres from 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Free Entrance!

Fabulous Multi chamber of Commerce Event 11/7/12

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Fabulous Multi chamber of Commerce Event
multichamber-flyer2-1Wednesday, November 7th 2012, 6:30 to 9:00 pm
Aromas del Peru Restaurant
1930 Ponce de Leon
Coral Gables
Cost: $10 members / $15 Non memebers
rsvp@fabulousmiami.com by Thursday, November 1st 2012

The Chambers of Camacol, Colombia, Chile, Greater Doral, Downtown Miami & Brickell, Ecuador, Panama, Peru, Sweetwater along with Brickell Rotary Club, invite you to celebrate you to celebrate the Kick of Party of Taste of Peru.

Join Us To Celebrate The Most Important Peruvian Gastronomical Event In The United States Taking
Place In Our Hometown Of Miami, Coming Up November 9-11 At The Miami Airport Convention Center

Appetizers from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm courtesy of Aromas del Peru and a welcome Pisco Drink courtesy of Pisco 100

RSVP to your Chamber or club by November 5th, 2012 Bring your business card to participate in a raffle

Dress code: Business Attire

Panamanian American Chamber of commerce 3rd Anniversary 11/1/12

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Panamanian American Chamber of commerce 3rd Anniversary
panamaThursday, November 1st 2012 6:00 pm to 9:00pm
Amuse Restaurant & lounge at Casa Moderna Miami Hotel & Spa
1100 Biscayne Blvd
Miami FL 33132

Cost: $10 in advance / $15 at the Door
rsvp@fabulousmiami.com by Wednesday, October 31st 2012

Panamanian American Chamber of commerce cordially invites you to its 3rd Anniversary and the commemoration of Panama’s National Holidays

Invited Guest – Keynote Speaker
Hon. Ernesto Orillac
Vice Minister of Tourism, Panama
Guest Ho. Tomas Guerra
Consul General of Panama

Special presentation Ballet Folklorico Aires Panameños

Complimentary appetizers and welcome drink courtesy of Rum Abuelo

Bring your business card to participate in a raffle to win a round trip ticket to Panama courtesy of Copa Airlines
Attire: Cocktail Attire

Toast with the Young Professionals of Miami Lighthouse 11/7/12

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Toast with the Young Professionals of Miami Lighthouse
Wednesday, November 7th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Mayfair Hotel & Spa
3000 Florida Avenue
Coconut Grove

RSVP by contacting Cameron Sisser at csisser@miamilighthouse.org  or 786-362-7515.

Join the Young Professionals of Miami Lighthouse (YPOL), the young professionals group of Florida’s oldest and largest private agency serving the blind and visually impaired to toast and celebrate the completion of the Spencer Educational Empowerment Center Challenge which will allow for the construction of a new fourth floor to expand Braille and technology literacy, job readiness, and transition program for teenagers. The happy hour is hosted by “Above Mayfair” The Rooftop at the Mayfair Hotel & Spa.  Your $10 donation allows you to enjoy one complimentary cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres.

P. Scott Cunningham, Founder of O, Miami Poetry Bienneal to Read at USpeak 11/1/12

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P. Scott Cunningham, Founder of O, Miami Poetry Bienneal to Read at USpeak
Thursday, November 1, 8pm
Oasis Deli in the Whitten University Center
1306 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL

USpeak events are free and open to the public, and are sponsored in part by the University of Miami’s Creative Writing Program, Multicultural Student Affairs and the American Studies Program.

Scott Cunningham is the co-founder and director of the O, Miami Poetry Biennial and the author of Chapbook of Poems for Morton Feldman (Floating Wolf Quarterly, 2011). A graduate of Wesleyan University, he is also the founder and director of the University of Wynwood, a faux-institution dedicated to advancing contemporary literature in Miami, FL. His poetry has appeared or is forthcoming in Harvard Review, Court Green, Sou’wester, Pool, PANK, McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, Abe’s Penny, and elsewhere.

A special reading by distinguished author P. Scott Cunningham  at the University of Miami’s USpeak Open Verse and Short Story Performance Series. In addition to our featured guest, USpeak spotlights audience members who share a page of their writing during USpeak’s Open Mic segments. Sign up begins at 7:30 when doors open.

Contact M. Evelina Galang, University of Miami Creative Writing Director (mgalang@miami.edu) or Patrick Sung, Graduate Assistant (patrick.k.sung@gmail.com). Visit http://www.miami.edu/uspeak for podcasts of previous USpeak performances, prepared by sound engineer, author, musician and talk show host Matt Gajewski.

New Soul Of Miami Contributor: Tatiana Enriquez

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Welcome to new contributor: Tatiana Enriquez

Hi! I am a local artist and have participated in several local art events. I have belonged to the Life is Art group on facebook for quite some time now and would love to contribute to your blog. I recently started a Facebook community called The Miami Artists Exchange because I wanted to do just that, contribute to the arts community by exposing local talent through artists profiles, uncovering opportunities, and covering local events. I believe in what you are doing and would love contribute.
Art events, emerging artists, call to artists, community, events, music events.
See all her posts here.

New Soul Of Miami Contributor: Bob Quesada

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Welcome to New Contributor: Bob Quesada

After receiving his certification from the National Press Photographers Association, Bob Quesada worked as a news photographer covering South Florida. His assignments ranged from Presidential visits to civil disturbances, Shuttle launches to Miss Universe pageants and of course, a good dose of local politics and drug busts.

After a few years he realized that the initial excitement of the job had worn off and started looking for something that would be more rewarding. Then, a friend asked him to photograph his wedding and as they say, the rest is history.

He has been photographing weddings and social events for the past fifteen years. During this time he has received numerous awards for his work. He has taught photography and digital media courses at Miami-Dade College and Miami Dade County Public Schools. He also hosted a broadcast network photography segment sponsored by Kodak. His images have been televised on CBS, CNN and PBS.

His corporate clients include Condé Nast (Vogue Magazine), American Express and Bloomingdales, as well as, several South Florida companies.
Interested in covering the art scene, clubs, restaurants, concerts, modeling and any other interesting events.
www.bobquesada.com

Don Kesler Views 2012 A Fine Art Photography Exhibit 11/3/12

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Don Kesler Views 2012 A Fine Art Photography Exhibit
Saturday, November 3rd, 6-10PM
FrameWorks
3196 Commodore Plaza
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
frameworksmiami.com

Award-winning fine art photographer Don Kesler turns his camera to the Caribbean to document the everyday experience of those who live there. For the past 30 years, Kesler has traveled throughout the world, gaining an insight into the lifestyles and customs of every strata of society. This exhibit features the people and landscape of Bimini, which Kesler visited on a recent sailing trip to the Bahamas, as well as his insightful perspective of Miami’s waterfront.

Bass Museum of Art Spooktacular Halloween Family Day 10/28/12

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Bass Museum of Art’s Spooktacular Halloween Family Day
October 28, 2012, 2pm – 4pm
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

The Museum will be transformed into a Halloween haunt with a gamut of ghoulish drawing and creepy arts and crafts. It will be a creative afternoon full of exciting activities for the whole family including art projects, face painting, yoga and a Halloween costume competition with surprising prizes. Complimentary snacks & treats will be provided. Family Day programming is designed for children and adults of all ages, visitors are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes!

The Bass Museum of Art is located in Miami Beach, the Bass Museum of Art offers a dynamic year-round calendar of exhibitions exploring the connections between contemporary art and works of art from its permanent collection of Renaissance and Baroque paintings, sculpture, textiles, Apulian Vessel Gallery and Egyptian Gallery. Artists’ projects, educational programs, lectures, events, concerts and free family days complement the works on view. Founded in 1963 when the City of Miami Beach accepted a collection of Renaissance and Baroque works of art from collectors John and Johanna Bass, the collection was housed in an Art Deco building designed in 1930 by Russell Pancoast. Architect Arata Isozaki designed an addition to the museum between 1998 and 2001 that doubled its size from 15,000 to 35,000 square feet. Most recently, the museum selected internationally acclaimed Oppenheim Architecture + Design to lead its first phase of design and renovation tied to the 2010 completion of Miami Beach’s Collins Park. Oppenheim redesigned and relocated the museum’s arrival area to flow from and into the new park on Collins Avenue. For more information, please visit http://www.bassmuseum.org.

2nd Annual Fashion For A Cause 10/27/12

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2nd Annual Fashion For A Cause
image002October 27, 2012, 5:00p.m. -8:00 p.m.
W South Beach Hotel & Residences
2201 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Show your support by purchasing a ticket at www.juicefoundation.org

The NBA’s 2010 Community Assist Award Winner, Juwan Howard, and his wife Jenine Howard of The Juice Foundation presents her foundation’s 2ndAnnual Fashion For A Cause; A Kid’s Fashion Show. Actress Aisha Hinds, star of T.V. series, The Cult, will host the show. Featured in the show arefashions by Oxygene,and a unique design setting created by award winning interiorlightingand interior designer, Tessi Garcia. Guestswill enjoy alive performance by modern music group phenoms, MINDLESS BEHAVIOR, and discover and indulge in healthyfood booths; plus fun and games for the kids. Invited guests include The Miami HEAT, Pharrell, Timbaland, and Rick Ross. Proceeds from the event will go to the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and The Juice Foundation.

“I’m really excited about this year’s Fashion For A Cause! We’ve teamed up with the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center once again; and superstar oncology patients from the center, along with celebrity’s kids will be strutting the runway! I’m also ecstatic to announce that Mindless Behavior will be performing at this year’s event. My team has worked hard to make this event even bigger and better than last year and it is my hope that through this event, supporters will have fun but mainly understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle, because being nutritious and active can improve cancer survival as well as be a preventative for so many other diseases.” –Jenine Howard

The Juice Foundation pinpoints a healthy lifestyleas the essential key to improving cancer survival. It also raises awareness and funds for individuals who seek alternative healing for cancer. It aids individuals who would like to compliment traditional treatment with alternative treatment, as well as those who would like to seek alternative treatment solely.We need your help!

LoweDown Happy Hour African Masquerade 11/1/12

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LoweDown Happy Hour: African Masquerade
Thursday, November 1, 7pm to 9pm
University of Miami Lowe Art Museum
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables
$10 Admission; Free for Lowe Members; 305-284-3535. www.loweartmuseum.org 

On the first Thursday of each month during the academic year, the Lowe Art Museum hosts the exciting LoweDown Happy Hour event. This monthly event is designed to broaden and deepen public knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of the visual arts, encourage membership to the Lowe, and enhance academic and public awareness and appreciation of art in general. Each month has a different theme along includes a gallery tour or lecture, light hors d’oeuvres, and bar. The crowd is diverse with Lowe members of all ages, patrons from the community, young professionals, as well as UM faculty, staff, and students with proper ID.

Masquerade is the theme for this month’s LoweDown. Don’t miss a guided tour of the renowned African Gallery by Dr. Marcie Wittmer, plus healthy treats from Cabot Cheese and PopChips, with cocktails generously provided Bacardi. Beverages by Vitamin Water Zero.

GMCVB 2012 Annual Meeting at Marlins Park 11/2/12

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GMCVB 2012 Annual Meeting at Marlins Park
Friday, November 2, 2012, starting at 4 pm 
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way
Miami, FL. 33125

Tickets for this event are $35 per person for GMCVB members and $50 for non-members in advance or $50 per person at the door. Tickets can be purchased online via www.GMCVBAnnualMeeting.com.

Parking will be available in the Third Base Parking Garage (Corner of NW 7th Street and 14th Avenue)

The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) President & CEO William D. Talbert, III, CDME; GMCVB Chairman of the Board of Directors Steven Haas and other industry officials are set to host the bureau’s annual meeting. Open to the public and geared towards community and its leaders, tourism continues to be the top economic driver for Greater Miami and the Beaches. 
 
Featuring guest speaker Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez, attendees will have an opportunity to hear from community and industry leaders as they unveil industry news and present a look at the upcoming year for Greater Miami’s booming travel and tourism industry.  
 
     The meeting will serve as the kick-off for the GMCVB’s 2012 Miami Live Music Month promotion, a month-long celebration in November designed to bring awareness of the community’s vibrant music scene.  Live musical performances by locally recognized talents include Suenalo, Hola Hi and Lee Tiger.  Attendees will enjoy prizes, giveaways and interactive opportunities.

Fall Thing Free Family Event at Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Safe Halloween Fun 10/31/12

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Fall Thing Free Family Event at Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Safe Halloween Fun
Wednesday, Oct. 31, 5:30–9:30 p.m.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, Hank Kline Club
2805 SW 32nd Ave
Miami, FL 33133

Pumpkin Patch
Seven days a week, now through Oct. 31, 9 a.m.–9 p.m.

Families are invited to attend the “Fall Thing” event, a free, fun-filled, festive and safe Halloween celebration open to the public at Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s Hank Kline Club on Oct. 31. Kids are encouraged to dress up in costume for the event, which will include rides, games, a rock wall, face painting, balloons, costumes and characters, costume contest, food trucks, and candy galore.
 
The event is organized by Kevin and Shari Sutherland of Mosaic Miami Church. Mosaic Miami Church is also donating $2,000 to Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, which serves 10,000 boys and girls in Miami-Dade County with positive programs year-round. 
 
While at the event, guests can enjoy Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s pumpkin patch, also located at the Hank Kline Club. The patch was voted one of the best six pumpkin patches in South Florida by CBS Miami in 2011. Proceeds from the pumpkin patch benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade.
 
There is ample parking at the Hank Kline Club.

Blo Brickell Turns One 11/3/12

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Blo Brickell Turns One
brickell_1st_bdaySaturday, November 3rd, 10am to 8pm
Blo Brickell
900 South Miami Avenue, Unit 129
Miami, Florida 33130

it’s our party and we’ll blo if we want to

Join Blo Brickell as we celebrate our first birthday old school – think sweets, loot bags, party games and more. Whatever you have planned, cancel it!

To book a blo, call 305 374 BLO5 (2565) or email blobrickell@blomedry.com

A Pink Party Poolside At Delano 10/26/12

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A Pink Party Poolside At Delano
Friday October 26th2012, 9:30-12am
Poolside At Delano
1685 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach
Party to Continue in FDR at Midnight

RSVP: apinkpartymiami@gmail.com

In Honor Of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Before The Knot Presents A Pink Party

Dj Tavin Reiter

Help To Raise Funds For a Wonderful Cause Through Kind Donations to the Breast Cancer Charities Of America
Register Online At www.Beforetheknot.Com/Donate

DJ’S Misterone And Mauri & Maura

RAW Natural Born Artists 4th Annual RAWards Season Commencement 11/8/12

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RAW Natural Born Artists 4thAnnual RAWards Season Commencement
miami-rawards2012November 8th at 7:00pm
The Stage
170 NE 38th Street
Design District
Tickets: $15 pre-sale online at RAWartists.org/Miami.
$20 at the door.

Local artists represent the Miami community in Semi-Finals competition
RAW:Miami announces the 33 local nominees contending to represent the Miami community in the 4th annual RAWards Semi-Finals competition.

Over the course of the past two weeks the RAW:natural born artists organization hosted an online nomination process for 10,000 independent artists across the globe. The online popular vote with a local Showcase Director weigh in narrowed down the top 3/5 artists to represent Miami in the Semi-Finals Showcase.

Award categories include;
RAW:Miami Filmmaker of the Year
RAW:Miami Fashion Designer of the Year
RAW:Miami Musician(s) of the Year
RAW:Miami Visual Artist of the Year
RAW:Miami Photographer of the Year
RAW:Miami Hairstylist of the Year
RAW:Miami Makeup Artist of the Year
RAW:Miami Performing Artist of the Year

the local community will be asked to cast a live vote at the Semi-Finals Showcase. The community popular vote will consist of 50% and the scores of three local judges (James Echols, Roberto Somoza, and Nany Ramirez) will consist of the other 50%.

Scores and votes will be tallied that evening and announced live at the end of the showcase. The final 9 winners will go on to represent Miami in the last and final round of national judging on November 18th 2012.

The national RAWards winners receive big career boosting prizes like distribution, store placement, studio time, gallery placement and consultation with industry executives and professionals.

More On RAW: RAW:natural born artists is an independent arts organization, for artists, by artists.  RAW’s mission is to provide independent artists of all creative genres, with the tools, resources and  exposure needed to inspire and cultivate creativity. RAW connects artists with one another so that they  might grow together. RAW Headquarters in based in Southern California but hosts RAW events in 21  cities across the U.S per month from February-October. They also showcase their artists online via  RAWartists.org

Whole Foods Market Palm Beach Gardens Presents The Fourth Annual Boo Bash On The Boulevard 10/27/12

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Whole Foods Market Palm Beach Gardens Presents The Fourth Annual Boo Bash On The Boulevard
Saturday, October 27, 2012; 4 P.M. TO 10 P.M.
Downtown at the Gardens
11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Avenue
Palm Beach Gardens.

For more information call (561) 691-8550.

Organized by Whole Foods Market – Palm Beach Gardens, in conjunction with WRMF 97.9 FM and Downtown at the Gardens, the 4th annual Boo Bash on the Boulevard will take place at Downtown at the Gardens shopping center. Throughout the beautiful outdoor spaces of the center, the family-friendly event will combine over 100 varieties of craft beer and wine tastings, a Halloween costume contest, haunted train rides, kid’s activities, food vendors, shopping and more. Enjoy a live musical performance by Pee Wee Lewis and the Hues and take part in the costume contest for a chance to win $500 in prizes.
 
There is a $20 donation to participate in Wine & Beer Tastings. All proceeds collected will benefit Resource Depot of Palm Beach County, a local non-profit organization that provides free craft and art supplies to public school teachers in Palm Beach County for art programs. Tickets are available for purchase online at www.acteva.com/go/palmbeachgardens.  A full schedule of the day’s events follows:
 
Live Performance & Activities Schedule – Main Stage
·         4 – 6 pm: Kid’s Activities along the Boulevard
·         6:30 pm: Kid’s Costume Contest
·         7 – 10 pm: Pee Wee Lewis and the Hues
·         8 pm: Adult’s Costume Contest
           
Whole Foods Market Goodwill from the Grill, Food Vendors & Merchants
·         4 – 9 pm: Fresh Stone Crab from Whole Foods Market; Wine & Beer Tastings; BBQ from Big Lock Mobile Kitchen

The Art Miami + CONTEXT Art Miami 12/4/12-12/9/12

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The Art Miami + CONTEXT Art Miami Pavilions
VIP Preview – Tuesday, December 4 – 5:30pm-10pm (VIP and media only)
Wednesday, December 5,  11am-7pm
Thursday, December 6, 11am-7pm
Friday, December 7, 11am-9pm
Saturday, December 8, 11am-7pm
Sunday, Decmber 9, 11am-6pm
Midtown | Wynwood Arts District
3101 NE 1st Avenue
Miami, FL 33137
www.art-miami.com

Anchor art fair to the city of Miami, Art Miami, the premiere international modern and contemporary art fair, and the inaugural CONTEXT Art Miami, Miami’s newest international emerging and cutting-edge art fair, will kick off Miami Art Week with the season’s most eagerly anticipated cultural event, their highly acclaimed Opening Night VIP Preview on Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2012, from 5:30 to 10 p.m. which this year will benefit the Miami Art Museum.

World-famous for its stylish gallery-like decor, its outstanding quality and extraordinary variety, Art Miami showcases the best in modern and contemporary art from more than 125 international art galleries. This year, Art Miami will be joined by its new sister art fair, CONTEXT Art Miami, focusing on emerging and cutting-edge contemporary art featuring 65 of the world’s most prestigious galleries in an elegant pavilion directly adjacent to Art Miami, creating a virtual “city of art” for the thousands of collectors, dealers, curators, and artists from around the globe that descend upon Miami.

This Opening Night VIP Preview will serve as the first opportunity for international VIP art collectors, curators, and connoisseurs to acquire the most important contemporary, modern, cutting-edge and emerging art, a day before the Fairs open to the general public. During the very special event, Art Miami LLC will present a generous donation to the Miami Art Museum which is renowned for its dedication to showcasing some of the most influential international art from the 20th and 21st centuries.

The Miami Art Museum will host a specially curated on-site booth in the Art Miami Pavilion for the duration of the Fair, with information about next year’s reopening of MAM as the Pérez Art Museum Miami in a new Herzog & de Meuron-designed facility alongside Biscayne Bay. The Pérez Art Museum Miami will open in downtown Miami’s Museum Park as a world-class museum for the city’s thriving community of artists, designers, collectors and its avid and growing art-engaged public.

The Miami Art Museum will also allow entrance to all Art Miami and CONTEXT VIPs to the MAM ‘Party on the Plaza’, the anticipated and invitation-only event on Thursday, Dec. 6, 2012, 7-11pm.  Art Miami VIP cardholders will also enjoy free museum admission during regular museum hours throughout the Fair.

Art Miami and CONTEXT will also serve as the presenting sponsors of the MAM Contemporaries Art Fair Survival Party on Nov. 16, 2012. MAM Contemporaries members will receive Art Fair Survival Kits with event invitations, VIP passes to Miami Art Week’s can’t-miss fairs, and giveaways.

“We are excited to partner with the Miami Art Museum, this year’s beneficiary for the Art Miami and CONTEXT Opening Night VIP Preview,” says Nicholas Korniloff, Director and Partner of Art Miami and CONTEXT. “Our organization and our participating galleries share an understanding of the need to raise awareness surrounding next year’s re-opening of the Miami Art Museum as the Pérez Art Museum Miami, and we are happy to utilize the Fairs and our exclusive VIP preview as a conduit to create awareness and help raise significant funds for the museum.”

“We are excited to introduce the new Pérez Art Museum Miami to the international art community at Art Miami” says MAM Director Thom Collins.” Art Miami has always been very supportive of our institution and the local scene, and we are grateful to have such a generous partner.”

Art Miami Participating Galleries
101 / Exhibit | Miami; Abby M. Taylor Fine Art | Greenwich; Adrian Sassoon | London; Alan Cristea Gallery | London; Aldo de Sousa Gallery | Buenos Aires; Alpha Gallery | Boston; Alfredo Ginocchio | Mexico; Allan Stone Gallery | New York; Antoine Helwaser | New York; Arcature Fine Art | Palm Beach; Armand Bartos Fine Art | New York; Art Forum Ute Barth | Zurich; Arthur Roger Gallery | New Orleans; Art Nouveau Gallery | Miami; Ascaso Gallery | Miami; Barry Friedman | New York; Bolsa De Arte | Porto Alegre; Blue Leaf Gallery | Dublin; Bridgette Mayer Gallery | Philadelphia; C. Grimaldis Gallery | Baltimore; Catherine Edelman | Chicago; Cernuda Arte | Coral Gables; Christopher Cutts Gallery | Toronto; Claire Oliver Gallery | New York; Connersmith. | Washington; DC; Contessa Gallery | Cleveland; Cynthia Corbett Gallery | London; Cynthia-Reeves | New York; Dai Ichi Arts; Ltd. | New York; David Klein Gallery | Birmingham; David Lusk Gallery | Memphis; David Richard Gallery | Santa Fe; De Buck Gallery | New York; Dean Project | New York; Denise Bibro Fine Art | New York; DeVera.Iglesias | Miami; Dillon Gallery | New York; Dot Fiftyone Gallery | Miami; Douglas Dawson | Chicago; Durban Segnini Gallery | Miami; Durham Press | Durham; Eckert Fine Art | Millerton; Eli Klein Fine Art | New York; Evelyn Aimis Fine Art | Miami; Fama Gallery | Verona; Ferrin Gallery | Pittsfield; Galería Patricia Ready | Santiago; Galerie Forsblom | Helsinki; Galerie Kleindienst | Leipzig; Galerie Olivier Waltman | Paris; Galerie Peter Zimmermann | Mannhein; Galerie Renate Bender | Munich; Galerie Terminus | Munich; Galerie Von Braunbehrens | Munich; Galleri Andersson/Sandstrom | Umeå; Galleria Bianconi | Milan; Galleria D’Arte Contini | Venice; Goya Contemporary | Baltimore; Hackelbury Fine Art | London; Haunch of Venison | New York; Heller Gallery | New York; Hollis Taggart Galleries | New York; Jackson Fine Art | Atlanta; James Barron Art | South Kent; Jenkins Johnson Gallery | New York; Jerald Melberg Gallery | Charlotte; JGM. Galerie | Paris; Jim Kempner Fine Art | New York; Joel Soroka Gallery | Aspen; Juan Ruiz Gallery | Miami; June Kelly Gallery | New York; KM Fine Arts | Chicago; Kreisler Art Gallery | Madrid; Lausberg Contemporary | Düsseldorf; Leila Heller Gallery | New York; Leon Tovar Gallery | New York; Leslie Sacks Contemporary | Santa Monica; Leslie Smith Gallery | Amsterdam; Lisa Sette Gallery | Scottsdale; Lyons Wier Gallery | New York; Magnan Metz Gallery | New York; Mark Borghi Fine Art Inc | New York; Mayoral Galeria D’Art | Barcelona; McCormick Gallery | Chicago; Michael Goedhuis | London; Michael Schultz Gallery | Berlin; Mike Weiss Gallery | New York; Mindy Solomon Gallery | St. Petersburg; Modernbook Gallery | San Francisco; Modernism Inc. | San Francisco; Nancy Hoffman Gallery | New York; Nicholas Metivier Gallery | Toronto; Nikola Rukaj Gallery | Toronto; Nohra Haime Gallery | New York; Now Contemporary | Miami; Osborne Samuel | London; Pace Prints | New York; Pan American Art Projects | Miami; Paul Thiebaud Gallery | San Francisco; Peter Fetterman Gallery | Santa Monica; Piece Unique | Paris; Priveekollektie Contemporary Art & Design | Heusden; Rosenbaum Contemporary | Boca Raton; Rudolf Budja Gallery LLC | Miami; Santa Giustina | Lucca; Schantz Galleries | Stockbridge; Schuebbe Projects | Düsseldorf; Scott White Contemporary Art | La Jolla; Shaheen Modern and Contemporary Art | Cleveland; Simon Capstick-Dale Fine Art | New York; Spanierman Modern | New York; Sundaram Tagore | New York; Talento / Guijarro de Pablo | Mexico City; Unix Contemporary | London; Vincent Vallarino Fine Art | New York; Waterhouse & Dodd Ltd | London; Westwood Gallery | New York; Wetterling Gallery | Stockholm; William Shearburn Gallery | St. Louis; Woolff Gallery | London; Yares Art Projects | Santa Fe; Zadok Gallery | Miami; Zolla/Lieberman Gallery Inc. | Chicago

CONTEXT Participating Galleries
AJLart | Berlin; Atlas Gallery | London; Aureus Contemporary | Providence; Bankrobber Gallery | London; Berlin Lounge by LVBG | Berlin; Beth Urdang Gallery | Boston; Black Square Gallery | Miami; Cancio Contemporary | Bal Harbour; Centro De Edicion | San Martin; ClampArt | New York; Connersmith. | Washington; DC; Contemporary by Angela Li | Hong Kong; Curator’s Office | Washington; DC; Dialogue Space Gallery | Beijing; Dmitriy Semenov Gallery | Saint-Petersburg; Fabien Castanier Gallery | Studio City; Frederieke Taylor Gallery | New York; FREIGHT + VOLUME | New York; Gaga Gallery | Seoul; Galeria Enrique Guerrero | Mexico City; Galeria Ferran Cano | Palma de Mallorca; Galeria Sicart | Barcelona; Galerie cubus-m | Berlin; Galerie Kornfeld | Berlin; Galerie Leroyer | Montreal; Galerie Paris – Beijing | Paris; Galerie Richard | Paris; Gering & Lopéz Gallery | New York; Glaz Gallery | Moscow; Hamiltonian Gallery | Wachington; DC; J. Cacciola Gallery | New York; Jennifer Kostuik Gallery | Vancouver; Kasia Kay Art Projects | Chicago; Kavachnina Contemporary | Miami; Kit Schulte Contemporary Art | Berlin; Kunst Limited | San Jose; Licht Feld | Basel; Lyle O. Reitzel Gallery | Santo Domingo; Lyons Wier Gallery | New York; Magnan Metz Gallery | New York; Marcia Wood Gallery | Atlanta; The McLoughlin Gallery | San Francisco; Merry Karnowsky Gallery | Los Angeles; Morgen Contemporary | Berlin; Nina Menocal Gallery | Mexico; NOMAD Gallery | Brussels; Packer Schopf Gallery | Chicago; Patricia Conde Galería | Mexico City; Porter Contemporary | New York; Praxis International Art | New York; Robert Klein Gallery | Boston; Robert Mann Gallery | New York; Stewart Gallery | Boise; Swedish Photography | Berlin; Traeger & Pinto Arte Contemporaneo | Mexico; The Proposition | New York; Torbandena | Trieste; Unix Contemporary | London; Varnish Fine Art | San Francisco; Villa del Arte galleries | Barcelona; White Room Art System | Positano; Witzenhausen Gallery | Amsterdam; z2o Galleria | Rome; Zadok Gallery | Miami; zone B | Berlin

Sponsors & Partners
Art Miami’s generous 2012 Sponsors and Partners – Sponsored by: Christie’s International Real Estate, Official Luxury Real Estate Partner of Art Miami, Epic Miami, A Kimpton Hotel, Official Luxury Hotel of Art Miami, Haute Living, IXPLU, Rums of Puerto Rico, Official Partners: Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau,  Art From Berlin, LaRete Art Projects, Heineken, Bootlegger 21 NY Vodka, Société Perrier, Flavorpill, The Miami Herald, Kushner Moving Group, ARTLOG, Puerto Rico Does It, Midtown Miami

Image: Catherine Nelson, Future Memories – 07, 2010, Forster, Size A: 150x150cm, Edition: 7, Size B: 100x100cm, Edition: 7, Image: Courtesy of Galerie Paris – Beijing

KÄ“vens Headlines the Bayjama Reggae Festival 11/10/12

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KÄ“vens Headlines the Bayjama Reggae Festival
Saturday, November 10, 2012 
TIB Amphitheater in Islamorada Founders Park
Mile marker 87, Bayside Plantation Key
Islamorada, FL 33370
Free admission with a nonperishable donation for the Food Bank.  
keysice.com or kevens.com.

Internationally recognized rock-reggae singer KÄ“vens will headline this year’s Bayjama Reggae Festival. KÄ“vens will be showcasing his revolutionary, recently reinvented style of music with a dubstep beat along with his classics. He progresses reggae music into the next century by fusing it with underground aesthetics that are truly unique to his work.  Kevens recently released his new single “My Baby Boo” which is available on iTunes, Amazon.com, and Spotify. KÄ“vens and his band will reinvent the dubstep sound without the use of turntables making his performance revolutionary.
 
The festival was founded by Islamorada Community Entertainment (ICE), a nonprofit organization that produces annual entertainment favorites in the Keys. Proceeds from this event will award high school students with art, music and dance scholarships. ICE President David Feder notes that over the past 17 years, ICE scholarships have enabled students to pursue their artistic dreams.
 
KÄ“vens other upcoming performances include:
October 27, 2012:  Back in Black Halloween alwaysgobig.com
(Miami, Florida) – special guest performance with Electrik Dread
December 8, 2012: UR1 Music Festival during the week of Art Basel Miami Beach ur1festival.com 
(Miami, Florida) – Kevens and band performance

KCC Productions And Pinecrest Gardens Present The South Florida Jazz Orchestra Featuring Lisanne Lyons 10/27/12

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KCC Productions And Pinecrest Gardens Present The South Florida Jazz Orchestra, Featuring Lisanne Lyons
lisannelyonsSaturday, October 27 at 8 PM
Pinecrest Gardens’ Banyan Bowl
11100 SW 57th Ave.
Tickets are $20. 
For tickets call 877-496-8499, visit online at www.pinecrest-fl.gov . For more information, contact KCC Productions at 305-332-2623 or kcc_productions@yahoo.com .

The  South Florida Jazz Orchestra is a modern Big Band comprising some of the best jazz musicians, studio musicians, and Jazz educators in the southeastern part of the United States. Their eclectic repertoire includes many original compositions by band members, as well as classic charts from such greats as Thad Jones, Charles Mingus, John Clayton, Maria Schneider, Jim McNeely, John Fedchock, and many more, all influenced by their diverse backgrounds and experiences in the South Florida music community. In June of 2006 renowned bassist and composer, Chuck Bergeron gathered a select group of top-notch Miami-based musicians and formed the first professional jazz rehearsal big band in the Greater Miami/South Florida area. On the evening of October 4th this sixteen-piece big band took the stage at the Arturo Sandoval Jazz Club, making their first professional debut as the new South Florida Jazz Orchestra. In a town known more for its salsa music than jazz, this performance marked a bold attempt to fill a long existing void in the local jazz scene. The establishment of a professional orchestra playing traditional big band music in this community is in many ways an historic musical event. 

Lisanne Lyons teaches Studio Music and Jazz at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music. She has produced two solo CD’s and two CD’s as lead soprano in the DC-based Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet, with whom she performed at major jazz festivals across the country and abroad. She also performs with “Mad Romance”, a four-voice a capella group. Lisanne is the recipient of several DownBeat awards as a jazz vocal soloist, jazz vocal choir director, and most recently as a jazz arranger. She is in demand as a performer, arranger, adjudicator and clinician. Lisanne has headlined at the Ottawa, Detroit, and Clearwater Jazz Festivals, and La Nuit du Jazz (France). She was the first to perform live the Nelson Riddle arrangements of the George Gershwin Songbook that he wrote for Ella Fitzgerald, who only recorded them. She is currently working on a new show, a tribute to the great vocalists Rosemary Clooney, Peggy Lee, Anita O’Day, Ella Fitzgerald, and others.

1st Annual Delray Beach Wine and Seafood Fest 11/10/12-11/11/12

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1st Annual Delray Beach Wine and Seafood Fest
Presented by The Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce
1378Nov 10, 2012, 11 am  – 10 pm
Nov 11, 2012, 11 am – 8 pm
East Atlantic Avenue 
(Intracoastal east to Salina) 
Pre-Event Ticket Specials
 
Free Admission!
Admission is Free to the 1st Annual Delray Beach Seafood Festival! Join us and stroll beautiful Atlantic Avenue as you enjoy one of over 40 different varietals of wine from around the world. Great seafood dishes are on sale from our participating food vendors including local Delray favorites Boston’s, Caffe Luna Rosa and 50 Ocean. We are confident that you’ll savor each and every bite of the over 60 seafood menu items!
 
Great live music on two stages and 150 artist and craft exhibitors line the avenue. Come and experience "The Most Fun Small Town in the USA-Delray Beach!"
 
We also have a limited quantity of Commemorative Wine Glasses with Lanyards available.  You can purchase them at any of our Cashier Booths at the event.  (Cost is $20 which provides you with one Free drink ticket, glass and lanyard.)

The Film, Recording and Entertainment Council Star Gala 11/3/12

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The Film, Recording and Entertainment Council’s Star Gala
stargala2012November 3, 2012, 6:30pm
Magic City Casino
450 Northwest 37th Avenue
Miami, FL 33125
www.Stargala.org
Tickets and event details are available online at www.stargala.org. FREC Star Gala tickets are $225 per person.

Magic City Casino, Miami’s first casino to offer Las Vegas style slot machines, will host the 2012 Film, Recording and Entertainment Council’s (FREC) Star Gala on Saturday, November 3 at 6:30pm. The primary mission of FREC is to promote economic development for the entertainment industry in South Florida and to position South Florida as the premier entertainment industry hot spot. Among the event’s highlights, the 2012 FREC Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to entertainer and honoree, David Cassidy. Emmy Award-winning journalist and NBC 6 anchor, Trina Robinson, and nationally syndicated daytime host of the “Judge David Young” show, Judge David Young, will emcee the black-tie gala. Live entertainment will be featured by freestyle band, Erotic Exotic.

“We are excited to be the home of this star-studded event and are proud to recognize the 2012 FREC Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient, David Cassidy,” says Scott Savin, Chief Operating Officer of Magic City Casino. “It will be great to see all of David’s professional and charitable achievements honored at this event.”

The event artist, Damien Cruz, was recognized by Florida Gov. Rick Scott in 2011 to represent the state as the featured artist for the 2011 National Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration in Florida. Cruz’s colorful illustrations blend his memories of Cuban landscapes and his reflections on the land of opportunity.

The FREC Lifetime Achievement Award is given to individuals who have made a significant impact to the entertainment industry. To that end, David Cassidy’s diverse and long lasting career as a performer is a perfect example of this goal. Cassidy is best known for his role as Keith Partridge in the 1970’s sitcom “The Partridge Family.” The year “The Partridge Family” premiered, Cassidy had the #1 selling single of the year, “I Think I Love You,” and record of the year, The Partridge Family Album. As a performer, Cassidy garnered multiple Grammy nominations and won a Golden Apple Award. Cassidy’s records have sold well over 30 million copies worldwide and have been recognized with over 24 gold and platinum recordings, including four consecutive multi-platinum LP’s. In 1999, Cassidy was named “Best All Around Performer,” “Entertainer of the Year” and “Show Star of the Year” for his role in “The Rat Pack Is Back” by the Review Journal’s Best of Las Vegas. In addition to performing, producing, writing and recording, Cassidy is also an active spokesperson for the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation (ARPF) and related organizations.

Past Lifetime Achievement Award recipients have included Jon Secada, three-time Grammy Award winner, Jerry Powers, CEO of Plum Miami magazine and Jonathan D. Krane, acclaimed producer, writer and actor.

Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail 2/14/13-2/18/13

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Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail
Thursday, Feb. 14 through Monday, Feb. 18, 2013
Thursday, Feb. 14 (Premier Thursday): 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday, Feb. 15 – Sunday, Feb. 17: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Monday, Feb. 18: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center and Miamarina at Bayside open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily

Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach

Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center – powerboat in-water display location
1635 North Bayshore Drive, Miami
 
Miamarina at Bayside – Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Miami location
400 Biscayne Blvd., Miami

Admission:   Premier Day (Feb. 14): $35
Adults (16 and older): $20
Five-day adult pass (Good all five days of the show): $85
Two-day adult pass (valid Feb. 14-18): $35
Youth 15 and under get in FREE (must be accompanied by an adult)
 
One ticket good for all sites (including free access to shuttle bus & water taxi)
 
Advance tickets can be purchased at MiamiBoatShow.com or StrictlySailMiami.com  .

The Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail, the world’s premier boat show, cruises into the Magic City Feb. 14 – 18, 2013, showcasing more than 3,000 boats and 2,000 companies from all over the globe in three locations – Miami Beach Convention Center, Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center and Miamarina at Bayside. From the newest powerboats, sailboats, engines, electronics and marine gear, to dozens of nautical attractions, the Miami Boat Show provides attendees an all-access pass to enjoy the boating lifestyle, a chance to shop the newest in recreational boats and marine accessories, and offers something for every boating activity and budget.
 
Highlights of the 2013 Progressive Insurance Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail include: complimentary hands-on sailing and power boating classes through the Take the Helm with Discover Boating & Sailing program; hundreds of hourly boating clinics for seasoned captains and new boaters covering sailing, big game fishing, Boating 101 and DIY for boaters; fun from deck to dock with a chance to scuba dive at the DEMA ‘Be a Diver’ pool, free sailboat rides along the bay, live music; celebrity appearances including famed sailor Jimmy Cornell and National Geographic’s Shark Men Chris Fischer and Brett McBride; and much more!

Primary Projects Presents Asif’s Guns, A Pop-Up Installation By Asif Farooq 12/6/12-12/9/12

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Primary Projects Presents Asif’s Guns, A Pop-Up Installation By Asif Farooq
Artist Reception: Saturday, December 8, 7 – 10 p.m.
Store Hours: December 6 – 9, 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.            
Primary Projects Pop-Up Space 
167 NW 25th Street
Wynwood Arts District, FL 33127
www.primaryflight.com
www.primaryprojectspace.com .

Asif’s Guns is a pop-up installation, showcasing more than 300 firearms handcrafted from cardboard by Asif Farooq.  Curated to simulate an authentic gun store at a 400-square-foot retail space in the heart of Wynwood Arts District, Asif’s Guns will be loaded with replicas that range from a traditional snub-nosed revolver to an M16 assault rifle. 

This installation will serve as a sweeping survey of contemporary weapons by the Miami-born artist, who is meticulously faithful to reproducing the size, shape and individual components of each gun model, using found cardboard boxes, an x-acto knife and glue. Asif’s Guns is a romantic testament envisioned through the eyes of an artist raised in a gun-friendly environment, and delivered to the senses of a gun-obsessed America.  Farooq challenges viewers to become aware of their instinctive reactions and principles as it relates to gun culture and the place of art, toys and iconography in probing controversial questions about communal and personal values.

Farooq’s own response, "My guns are a confessional: if a gift doesn’t hurt to give, then it isn’t much of a gift at all," references how these objects of destruction are fashioned as private portraits of the artist’s fallen brother. Books IIII Bischof, founder and curator of Primary Projects, explains, "Asif Farooq exceeds the standard definition of artist. With or without the viewer, with or without the gallery, he will always make guns and he will always absorb everything pertaining to projectile weaponry. I have learned that for Farooq, it all breaks down to the two simple concepts of love and respect – something that a mass majority of gun-toting society will never be able to ascertain as a unified concept.” 

Primary Projects Presents Raneytown, A Solo Exhibit And Fashion Collaboration With Madewell By Rebeca Raney 12/6/12-12/9/12

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Primary Projects Presents Raneytown, A Solo Exhibit And Fashion Collaboration With Madewell By Rebeca Raney
Raneytown by Rebeca Raney
Opening Reception: Thursday, December 6, 7 – 10 p.m.
Gallery Hours: December 6 – 9, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Primary Projects Gallery
4141 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 104
Miami Design District, FL 33138
www.rebecaraney.com
www.primaryflight.com
www.primaryprojectspace.com .

Primary Projects announces its December exhibition program, launching contemporaneously with Art Basel Miami Beach 2012 during one of the most important art weeks in the country.  In a two-part, two-venue initiative, curators Books IIII Bischof, Chris Oh and Typoe present Raneytown, a solo exhibit by Rebeca Raney that will metamorphose Primary Projects gallery into a rainbow-coated site.  With drawings and sculpture, this show also comprises a pop-up boutique unveiling Raney’s first collection produced in collaboration with Madewell.  By contrast, the Wynwood satellite space, Asif’s Guns by Asif Farooq, aims to simulate a gun shop with more than 300 firearms handcrafted from cardboard.  Designed to illicit disparate impulses, Raneytown and Asif’s Guns will take viewers on an emotional rollercoaster.

Raneytown is a transformative, joyful show by Miami native, New York-based artist Rebeca Raney.   With a world depicted in more than 250 ink and gouache drawings and works on panel, present in the artist’s playful imagery of hybrid animals, flora and fantastical people is the compelling wish for her two-dimensional drawings to come to life. Raney’s earnest conviction that the characters which inhabit her drawings must exist “in the flesh” has yielded a populace of sculptures that cavort, take baths, and suspend from the ceiling in booby-traps of their own making.  A looming 10-foot “Plant Person” will preside over the havoc.

In a special collaboration with Madewell, Raney’s imagery will also debut in a limited edition fashion collection at Primary Projects, and at Madewell stores in Miami, New York and Los Angeles. Raney’s signature backwards-facing llamas and intricate floral elements provide the inspiration for a luxurious cashmere sweater, pendant necklace, silk top, scarf and custom leather transport tote.  Dubbed “Boutique by Raneytown,” the gallery’s pop-up will feature the complete Rebeca Raney x Madewell collection, along with treasures including bronze figurines, hand-painted paper rocks, letterpress stationary and more, ranging from $20 – $900.

Women’s Success Summit 11/13/12-11/14/12

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Women’s Success Summit
November 13 & 14, 2012
185Briza on The Bay
1717 N. Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33132
www.WomensSuccessSummit.com  
Register to attend!
Click here to receive 20% off with your Discount Code!
Discount Code: JLPR

Miami’s largest 2-day conference for professional women – entrepreneurs, executives, "change agents" and badass businesswomen, alike.

Get the business strategies and tools you need, to build the lifestyle you want, while doing the work you love and earning what you’re worth!

As a professional woman, you know how hard it can be for your business to revolve around your life, rather than the other way around. That’s why Work & Play, Every Day is the theme of The Women’s Success Summit VI, Miami’s largest 2-day business conference for women!

Put it in your calendar now!

New Leaders Council Just Do It Event Conversation on Entreprenuership in Wynwood 10/24/12

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New Leaders Council’s "Just Do It" Event Conversation on Entreprenuership in Wynwood
NLCEventOct24Wed. Oct. 24, 6:30-8:30pm
Curator’s Voice Art Projects
2509 NW 2nd Ave
Miami, FL
newleaderscouncil.org

RSVPs go to Rodrigo Gonzalez, NLC Miami Recruitment Chair RBG@WorkFiveTwoNine.Com.

The "Just Do It" event being hosted by the New Leaders Council (NLC), a leadership fellowship program for younger progressive professionals will offer an opportunity to:
1) Learn More About NLC- This event will offer potential applicants to next year’s class an opportunity to learn more about NLC and meet past NLC fellows to see if they want to apply before the November application deadline.
2) Connect with Other Progressives in the community in a lively and informative forum on entrepreneurship, how to go from idea to reality, and how to do that in Miami with some wonderful panelists- Matt Haggman, Knight Foundation; Barrington Irving, youngest pilot to circumnavigate the globe; and Roxanna Elden, education expert, humorist and NPR contributor will be there. We are excited to have this cocktail hour event in a gallery in Wynwood, a neighborhood that is a living testament to progressive entrepreneurialism.

Perrier Presents The Black Lords by Desi Santiago at Lords South Beach 12/3/12-12/9/12

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Perrier® Presents: The Black Lords by Desi Santiago
A BOFFO project, Miami, Florida
December 3rd- 9th, 2012, 11am-2am
The Black LordsLords South Beach
1120 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida
www.lordssouthbeach.com

BOFFO is proud to announce a larger than life public art installation by The New York Times "Artist in the Moment," Desi Santiago, from December 3rd – 9th during Art Basel Miami Beach 2012.  With their commitment to produce some of the most innovative public art today, BOFFO has partnered with Perrier®Sparkling Natural Mineral Water and Lords South Beach to provide Desi Santiago with a building-sized commission, literally using Lords South Beach as a canvas for his work.
 
Upon visiting the installation, guests enter a traditional art deco neighborhood, full of refreshing candy colored buildings with the ocean, blue sky, and characteristic palm trees as a backdrop.  In stark contrast, Perrier® Presents: The Black Lords at Lords South Beach will stand out, shifting the neighborhood into its wicked Wonderland, making the passerby stop and wonder.  Perrier® Presents: The Black Lords at Lords South Beach is the transformation of Lords South Beach into a ravenous black dog named Gypsy that often appears throughout Desi’s work.  Upon closer inspection, visitors will find an assemblage utilizing low-fi materials such as construction netting and inflatable parts.  A looming head overlooks the courtyard, menacing paws flank the entrance, and a whipping tail finds its way in the back.  After the large gesture is taken in, visitors will then be able to participate in a multi-sensory ritual evoking the dark and macabre subculture Desi is known for.  They will also be able to have their fortune told by Gypsy.  When asking simple questions, Gypsy will respond through her laser eyes, smoke, and sounds of her running, panting, and barking.
 
Perrier® Presents: The Black Lords at Lords South Beach, is the largest-scale project in Desi Santiago’s career, marking a certain "moment" in his fast rising status.  Appropriately opening during Art Basel Miami Beach, Design Miami, and several other smaller art fairs during Miami Art Week, Perrier® Presents: The Black Lords at Lords South Beach will be one of the largest public art installations during this increasingly popular winter destination for the art elite and enthusiasts.
 
Stay ParanoidPerrier® Presents: The Black Lords at Lords South Beach will be open daily from 11am to 2am at Lords South Beach.  Two private parties will celebrate the opening of Perrier® Presents: The Black Lords at Lords South Beach.  On Tuesday evening there will be a VIP Penthouse party and Thursday evening the third annual Midnight in Miami party.  More information to come on these events.   
 
A New York City-based Puerto Rican visual and performance artist, Desi Santiago’s artistic practice spans from 1990 to the present and is heavily influenced by subcultural scenes, with a strong foundation in NYC nightlife, and cross-over into fashion and art worlds. Santiago’s work draws from, addresses, and utilizes the respective vocabularies and iconography of these worlds to create ceremonial experiences and relational performances, which deal with identity, exchange, and the duality of mourning/celebration. His practice is that of ‘the host’, wherein the body is the channel and receptor for circumstance, experience, and identities to pass through resulting in a visual vocabulary of object, installation, and performance.
 
Santiago’s large-scale installations often involve performative and theatrical platforms, richly layered with philosophical, historical and social references. Santiago received a MFA from Bard College. The artist’s work has exhibited at 303 Gallery, Matthew Marks Gallery, D’Amelio Terras Gallery, Deitch Projects, MoMA PS1, Asia Song Society, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Museé des Arts Decoratifs, Paris. Santiago was recently profiled in the Style section of The New York Times.  He is represented by Envoy Enterprises.  
 
For over a century Perrier® has collaborated with some of the world¹s most famous and distinguished artists, including Andy Warhol, Salvador Dali and Bernard Villemot. Perrier was first bottled in the south of France in 1863.  Perrier® is an all-natural, sugar-free and calorie-free sparkling natural mineral water.  With its refreshingly unique bubbles and low mineral content, Perrier® is perfect on its own, with a slice of lemon, or mixed with juices or spirits.  The iconic green bottle is recognized around the world as the number one sparkling natural mineral water.
 
BOFFO fosters collaborations between artists, designers, communities, theorists, and the media in the exploration of  contemporary subject matter that informs and educates the public, through innovative, participatory programming.  BOFFO is the conduit between the emerging and the established, the obscure and the adored, the profound and the profane. BOFFO is always on the move repurposing spaces.  All projects are open to the public.  Boffo is a 501(c)(3) non-profit arts and culture organization based in New York City.  www.boffo-ny.org

 
Lords, the first gay boutique hotel brand in the country and Miami¹s headquarters for queer culture, opened in January 2011 and has quickly become the vanguard for the modern gay-friendly boutique hotel. The hotel encourages a proud, playful experience and fosters a sense of community for guests and locals alike. Lords has a strong commitment to the arts and to giving back to the LGBT community.

Bakehouse presents Annual Fundraiser Lucky You 11/9/12

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Bakehouse presents Annual Fundraiser Lucky You!
Friday, November 9, 2012, 7 – 11:30 p.m.
The Bakehouse Art Complex, Wynwood Arts District
561 NW 32nd Street
Miami, FL 33127
305.576.2828
$45 Advance tickets via www.bacfl.org  / $50 Admission the night of the event

*Enjoy specialty cocktails in the VIP Lucky Lounge by Chivas Regal, wine by Jordan Vineyard & Winery, and hors d’oeuvres
*Free valet parking

Follow us on Twitter @bacmiami and use hashtag: #LuckyYou

The Bakehouse Art Complex (BAC), South Florida’s premiere center for emerging and mid-career artists, presents its wildly popular Annual Art Raffle Fundraiser, Lucky You!, now in its fifth year. Lucky You! 5 will feature the work of more than 70 local artists, live music by AMTRAC, a special Lucky Lounge for BAC Members and VIPs sponsored by Chivas Regal, wine by Jordan Vineyard and Winery, food, and celebrity host Roxanne Vargas, host of “6 in the Mix” and entertainment reporter on NBC 6 South Florida. Love a piece? Buy a raffle ticket for $10 and place it in its corresponding box in the Audrey Love Gallery. Then, stick around to enjoy everything Lucky You! 5 has to offer. Each year, this event brings local artists and art enthusiasts together to help support the BAC and its extensive year-round programming. The proceeds from Lucky You provide essential funding for the organization’s exhibitions and special events that maintain it as one of the most unique art facilities in the Wynwood Arts District and South Florida.

Whole Foods Market joins Miami Rescue Mission to help the Hungry and Homeless 10/25/12

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Whole Foods Market joins Miami Rescue Mission to help the Hungry and Homeless
October 25th from 8 am until 11 pm.
Whole Foods Market South Beach
1020 Alton Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Simply shop at Whole Foods Market in South Beach and they will donate 5% of all proceeds to Miami Rescue Mission/Broward Outreach Centers this Holiday Season

Whole Foods Market teams up with the Miami Rescue Mission/Broward Outreach to help the non-profit reach out to more homeless men, women and children of our community.

Whole Foods Market will donate 5% of the net profits for the day to Miami Rescue Mission.  The event’s theme is Poverty is Unnecessary Day.

Inaugural Florida BlueGreen Fundraising Event to Benefit Youth Outdoor Programs 11/17/12

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Inaugural Florida BlueGreen Fundraising Event to Benefit Youth Outdoor Programs
Saturday, Nov. 17, 2012, 5–10 p.m.
The Saloon at Alligator Ron’s Green Glades Ranch
Green Glades Ranch
21111 SW 16th Street
Weston, FL 33327

Individual tickets are $150 each. All ticket purchases are a tax deductible donation to the Wildlife Foundation of Florida. Exclusive tables of 10 are available if reservations are made early. Additional donations are welcome.

For more information about the BlueGreen event or to purchase tickets, visit www.FloridaBlueGreen.com . To become a sponsor, email info@wildlifeflorida.org  or call (850) 922-1066.

With goals to continue its ongoing youth outdoor programs to “create the next generation that cares” and establish an annual statewide event to serve Florida’s conservation and youth, the Wildlife Foundation of Florida (WFF) and “Alligator Ron” Bergeron will host the inaugural Florida BlueGreen (www.FloridaBlueGreen.com) event.

Recent studies show that children are spending more time with technology and much less time outdoors. To empower and encourage children to participate in traditional outdoor recreation such as fishing, archery, hunting, and bird watching, funds raised at the event will benefit the Wildlife Foundation’s Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network (www.FYCCN.org) and several other important youth and conservation initiatives.

The Florida Cracker-style cowboy gala, to be held at the private Everglades ranch of Bergeron, will feature live entertainment, music, a silent auction, authentic Florida Cracker Cowboy barbecue and drinks, prizes and more.

Some of Florida’s most notable wildlife advocates such as Jim Fowler, host of the hit television series Wild Kingdom; Harvey Oyer, author of Charlie Pierce books; Beau Turner of the Beau Turner Youth Conservation Center, and Captain Rick Murphy, star of Florida Sportsman’s Adventures will be in attendance. Recording artist Monique McCall will provide entertainment.

One-of-a-kind silent auction items include a fishing trip with Miami Dolphins’ All-Pro lineman and former Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Commissioner Dwight Stephenson, and lunch with Jim Fowler. Items are online and available for bid anytime at www.floridabluegreen.com/auction.

While any donation amount is appreciated, event sponsorship opportunities are available up to $10,000.

Celebrate Halloween at the Electrik Haunted Circus 10/31/12

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Celebrate Halloween at the Electrik Haunted Circus
Wednesday, October 31, 2012, Doors Open 8:30pm
Revolution Live
100 Sw Third Ave.
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
(954) 727-0950, (954) 449-1025 (box office)                                                   
www.electrikcircus.com

Prices      $19.00 – General Admission
On Sale at The Revolution Live Box Office or www.livenation.com

Featuring: Felix Cartal with Rl Grime & Brass Knucles

All dates, acts and ticket prices are subject to change without notice. All tickets are subject to applicable taxes, and service and handling charges.

The All-New Hialeah Fair 10/26/12-11/12/12

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The All-New Hialeah Fair
Friday, October 26TH, Gates open at 5 p.m.
Friday, October 26th – November 12th
Circus01Hialeah Park Racetrack
2200 East 4th Avenue
Hialeah, FL 33010
www.hialeahfair.com  

Admission & Ticketing Information:
Fair Admission: $2.50 with 2-for-1 coupon available on event website. ($5.00 without a coupon)
**Children ages 2 and under are admitted free** Last ticket is sold one hour prior to closing. Amusement Rides
Individual Ride Tickets: Individual ride tickets may be purchased at the fair. Rides take multiple tickets.
Pay One Price Specials: In addition to individual ride tickets, pay one price bracelets are available for purchase at the fair that allow you to ride all the rides you want on any one day from open until close! POP bracelets are available for $25 at the fair or $20 in advance when purchasing online.
Save up to $5 per bracelet by purchasing pay one price ride bracelets online before the weekend for discount. Buy by Friday at 3:00 PM for use over the weekend!

South Florida Explodes with Sizzling Community Friendly Event
 
3 Big Weekends of thrilling rides, games, attractions and live music, Family fun & entertainment includes: Huge Petting Zoo, The Flying Pages Circus, Monkey’s Riding Dog Show, Lion & Tiger Shows

Special appearance by Miami’s “Magician of the Year” Lance Gifford’s Magic and Illusion Show on October 26th through November 4th. Don’t miss it!
 
The All New Hialeah Fair kicks-off on Friday, October 26th, a much anticipated celebration which promises to bring smiles and a memorable experience filled with fun, thrills and free entertainment for the entire family, with over 100 spectacular rides, games, attractions, dance and music on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and the last day being Monday, November 12th at the Hialeah Park Race Track.
 
This one of a kind family-friendly event will feature an array of spectacular quality state fair carnival rides for all ages and thrill seekers. Among the Hialeah Fair 2012 ride line-up will soon arrive the Giant Wheel, Frightmare Haunted House, Extreme, Carousel, Zipper, Himalaya, Umbrella Sports Cars, Pirate, Sizzler, Crazy Daisy Tea Cups, Gravitron and much more. Live show highlights include Miami’s own “Magician of the Year”- Lance Gifford’s Magic and Illusion Show to stun and fascinate all audiences. In addition there will be a huge Petting Zoo, Circus, The Flying Pages Circus, Monkey’s Riding Dog Show, Lion & Tiger Shows.  Vendors will provide delectable Fair foods and non-alcoholic drinks.
 
WHY: Hialeah is the second largest city in South Florida with an extraordinarily diverse and rich history which exemplifies the multicultural spirit of the residents of Miami-Dade County and its surrounding areas. In lieu of Hispanic Heritage month and various relevant community awareness issues, The All-New Hialeah Fair is partnering with local schools, the City’s first responders and national non-for-profit organizations to educate and promote fair goers on neighborhood safety, youth leadership, child obesity, domestic violence, breast
and lung cancer topics.

 
Fair Productions, Inc., has a decades-long track record of being a leading producer of county fair type projects at venues throughout the East Coast, expanding into Florida, with the Hialeah Fair being the first in the Sunshine State, brings its expertise and long-standing commitment in unifying communities through amusement and partnership.

Supporters: Hialeah Park Race Track, The City of Hialeah, Office of The Mayor of Hialeah and Hialeah Police Department; among others.

Gator in the Bay during Art Basal 2012 12/6/12-12/9/12

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Gator in the Bay during Art Basal 2012
Dec 6 until Dec 9, 2012, 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Biscayne Bay
Between Julia Tuttle & Venetian Causeways
Miami, FL
www.treemendousmiami.org

Look out , there’s a  huge gator in the bay and he wants to meet you!

gatorinthebayCan you imagine an alligator in the bay the size of a football field? It is going to be the largest art project since Christo had the "surrounded islands" in 1983, guaranteed to create a media stir. Art Basal is the most-attended  art show in the United States.  Miami becomes a mecca for art lovers and tourists. Not just on Miami Beach but nearly every gallery in downtown Miami’s flourishing art center, Wynwood, Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, South Beach all staging their own shows.  How does everyone get from here to there but by going across Biscayne Bay.

The "Gator" project will be unique because it is right there for everyone to see it. Residents who normally wouldn’t be going to Art Basal, all of the cruise passengers in and  out of the Port of Miami and very importantly, students from all grades. This giant Gator will highlight awareness for the Florida Everglades. We have made arrangements with the public schools to have the middle and senior high students bused in to see the project and receive a printed pamphlet, explaining the importance the Everglades has to the eco-system.

The head is being built on the west coast of Florida. It will be quite a production, 30 feet high. It will come over here by way of Alligator Alley, what else? Then the "head" will be on a moving barge and will go to some fund-raising parties. Then when it is in Biscayne Bay, 6,500 floating art tiles of Everglades scenes will be mounted to create the body and tail.

The floating tiles will be in sections of 102 images each, images of 30 years of photography by noted artist/photographer Lloyd Goradesky. The Kayak Club of Florida International University will take the sections out. This will be a media event as the alligator comes to life right in Biscayne Bay.

The  State of  Florida is filming it for the Visit Forida website.

A portion of all proceeds will be donated to TREEmendous Miami,  which has planted more than 23,000 trees in the past fourteen years. TREEmendous Miami is a non-profit, 501(C) 3 organization. More than 6,000 high school and college students have earned Community Service hours by volunteering with TREEmendous Miami.

One of the things they will receive is worldwide publicity as we’ve already been in a Parisian paper. discovery Channel is filming it, and Visit Florida is putting it on its website. So I guess,  presenting sponsor for $50,000 with banners placed on the outside wall of the DoubleTree Hotel, upscale party at DoubleTree,, invitation to all the Gator parties at swanky places. Listed on all material and publicity. Opportunity to speak at launching.  This is the largest cultural event in the United States and work our way down from there.

Also this is educational as kids will get material on being "green" and the importance of the Everglades. The head of  Gator will be on a flatbed and come across Alligator Alley. It is thirty feet high and fifty feet long. Then it will go on a barge and go into the water.

After it reaches the Woman’s Club/the tiles will be put on to create the body and tail. There will be a processional with this, FIU Kayakers will take out each section of art tiles with a paragraph read as it goes out, sponsors will be able to actually participate by attaching a section of tile. A major sponsor will travel by boat to attach the very last tile out in the bay.   They have a chance to be  a part of history.

TREEmendous Miami at work with volunteers. Students receive community service hours for their participation.

Christie’s BePart Miami Art Auction Benefiting American Friends of The Bambi Homes Colombia 10/25/12

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Christie’s for BePart Miami Art Auction
Thursday, October 25th from 6:30pm-9:30pm
u0017313kinMoore Building
4040 NE 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33137

Please RSVP to bepart@liaisonscorporation.com
For ticket purchase via PayPal
For more information
Hope to see you all at BePart!

Christie’s auction house has partnered with the non-profit organization, American Friends of The Bambi Homes Colombia, to present an art auction fundraiser featuring an exclusive selection of artworks donated by renowned Colombian artists such as Miller Lagos, Maria Fernanda Cardozo, Manuel Hernández, Hugo Zapata, Luis Fernando Peláez, Ana Mercedes Hoyos, Fanny Sanín and María de la Paz Jaramillo.

We would like to invite you to Miami’s Design District for Be Part Miami 2012

Complimentary valet parking.

InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Starlight Nighclub 11/3/12

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InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Starlight Nighclub
Saturday, Nov. 03, 2012, 10:30 PM  – 3:00 AM
makeawishInterContinental Miami
100 Chopin Plaza
Miami, FL 33131
Buy Tickets Online

The Make-A-Wish Foundation® of Southern Florida invites the next generation of contributors and Miami’s premier buzz creators in the fashion, arts, music and nightlife industries to the 5th Annual InterContinental Make-A-Wish Starlight Nightclub on Saturday, November 3, 2012. Appearances by Melaine Amaro, Gabriella Anwar,Shareef Malnik, Robert Hill, Michael Capponi, Tara Solomon, Antonio Misuraca and Maxwell Blanford. The InterContinental Miami will be turned into a hip after-hours venue with India infused culture, décor, smells and sounds. Progressive DJ beats with and India infused fashion show by a world renowned cutting-edge designer Traver Rains.

Get in the spirit and dress in Indian theme attire.
 
The InterContinental Miami will be turned into a hip after-hours venue with India infused culture, decor, aromas & sounds. 
Plus, progressive DJ beats with an India inspired fashion show by a world renowned cutting-edge designer.
 
Our NightClub goal is to raise enough revenue to grant the once in a lifetime heartfelt wish of 10 amazing children within our community.  With your help we will together, change the lives of children who are suffering from a life threatening illnesses.

BeLive 2012 A Philanthropic Night for Colombia 11/16/12

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BeLive 2012: A Philanthropic Night for Colombia
Friday, November 16 at 7:00 p.m
JW Marriott Marquis Miami
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way
Miami, FL 33131.
Individual Tickets are $500. For more information, to become a sponsor, attend the event or to make a donation, please visit www.belive.co

Belive announces a spectacular star-studded evening filled with Colombian Culture, stunning one of a kind Emerald Jewelry pieces, an exquisite Runway Fashion Show by renowned Designer, Nicolas Felizola, a private concert by no other than internationally acclaimed, Gilberto Santa Rosa and the presentation of the 2012 BeLive Award to one of Colombia’s heroes, Catalina Escobar.

BeLive, one of South Florida’s most exciting and prestigious galas will officially take place on Friday, November 16 beginning at 7:00 p.m at JW Marriott Marquis Miami. After raising over $3M for the past five years, and changing the lives of so many Colombians in need, BeLive has once again brought together four prominent Colombian non-profit organizations-Give to Colombia, Fórmula Sonrisas, Genesis Foundation and ArtNexus Foundation- to change and impact the lives of the most vulnerable communities in Colombia. In this edition we will celebrate BeLive’s 6th Anniversary. The evening will be filled with fashion, music, two impressive silent auctions-featuring the very best of what Colombia has to offer- a red carpet Fashion Show with an official unveiling, a spectacular concert and a heartfelt tribute to Catalina Escobar, a Colombian Hero that has changed and impacted the lives of many.  
 
In support of BeLive joining us will be Rodner Figueroa, Fashion Expert and correspondent for  "Sal y Pimienta" of Univision, Jorge Bernal anchor for Telemundo, Vanessa Hauc, anchor and correspondent for Telemundo News, Kika Rocha Beauty and Fashion Editor for People en Español and renowned actors for Telemundo, Catherine Siachoque and Miguel Varoni. In addition, making a special appearance this year will be Felix Sabates and Chip Ganassi Owners of Earnhardt Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, LLC (EGR), as well as NASCAR Driver’s, Jimmy Johnson, Danica Patrick, Brian Vickers and Juan Pablo Montoya, as well as influential business, art, philanthropic and political personalities from the US, Colombia and around the world.
 
This year, as a very special tribute to Colombia’s heritage and riches, BeLive has curated two very special silent auctions: the Project Emerald Initiative and a one-of-a-kind auction featuring exclusive and intrinsic pieces of a unique collection from Artesanias de Colombia.
 
Following the highly successful Mochila Project Model of 2009 and 2011, this year BeLive together with Artesanías de Colombiaare collaborating with distinguished Jewelry Designers from Colombia and the US, to create one-of-a-kind pieces for our PROJECT EMERALD. This initiative will pay tribute to one of Colombia’s most recognizable riches, the emerald.  This project consists of national and international Designers taking the emerald Stones in their natural state and incorporating them into a unique jewelry piece such as a necklace, headpiece, broach, bracelet or earrings.  These custom jewelry pieces will be unveiled on the evening of BeLive and will be placed up for auction. Designers and brands joining us this year include, Dauphines of New York, Mishky, Dayan Candamil, Pequeñas Indulgencias, Sylvia Tcherassi, Maria Hamilton, Zoken Joyeros, Mallarino Bijoux and many more. In addition the Project Emerald Auction, BeLive has partnered with Artesanias de Colombia, a government run agency linked to the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism, whose mission is to contribute to the advancement and promotion of the artisan sector in Colombia.  Their projects include consulting on the design, product development, technological improvement, as well as resource training, marketing and education of Colombian handicrafts. BeLive alongside Artesanias de Colombia, have selected some of Colombia’s most beautiful pieces to showcase during the silent auction at the gala. These exclusive crafts are unique pieces and are handmade by artisans who have learned their work for many years generationally. Each region of the country has a different technique and products that is part of the identity and cultural heritage of the country.
 
This year we will honor one of Colombia’s heroes, Catalina Escobar with the coveted BeLive Award. After living two tragic and painful experiences in her life, including the loss of her son in 2000, she founded what would become her greatest project in life: the Juan Felipe Gómez Escobar Foundation, named after her son.  Catalina and her foundation have become instrumental in helping save the lives of countless babies and have improved the quality of life for adolescent mothers living in utter misery in the city of Cartagena, Colombia.Catalina, a well-recognized entrepreneur with a great social sense and spirit, is a true example of leadership among the Colombian society. Different financial and business Colombian magazines have recognized her as one of the most Successful Young Leaders of all time. In addition to many honors and recognitions she has received in Colombia and worldwide, Escobar recently became a semi-finalist for the 2012 CNN Heroes Awards. Furthermore, this year she was selected by the U.S. State Department alongside 25 other women worldwide to be part of the Fortune / U.S. State Department Global Women´s Mentoring Partnership.
 
Gracing the runway on BeLive’s 6th Anniversary will be Venezuelan born designer, Nicolas Felizola. This internationally celebrated and renowned designer will be unveiling his much anticipated 2013 MOOI collection, whose inspiration includes the 17th century Dutch Golden Age and artists such as Vermeer and Rembrandt. Along with this début, Felizola will be highlighting a retrospective of the spectacular Red Carpet Award Dresses. Throughout his career, Felizola has received numerous National and International awards.  Most recently, in 2012, he was named the Best Designer at Miami Fashion Week, received the Victoria Puig de Lange International Style Award, and was given the Congregational Medal of Honor by the US Congress in Washington D.C. He is recognized as one of the most influential Hispanic Designers residing in the United States, alongside Carolina Herrera and Oscar De La Renta.  In addition, the OPI at the UNESCO, named Felizola the " 2012 Iberoamerican Personality of the Year" in Paris, France.
 
This year internationally known and acclaimed, "El Caballero de la Salsa" Gilberto Santa Rosa, will be in charge of our spectacular concert. His long list of awards and nominations include, Latin Grammy, Grammy Music Awards, Billboard Award and Premio lo Nuestro, among many others. Santa Rosa will provide an intimate concert for guests in attendance!  Get ready to enjoy and dance the night away with his hits such as "Te Veo Venir Soledad," "Vivir Sin Ella," "Conciencia" and many more.
 
BeLive would like to thank the 2012 amazing sponsors:
Chevron, Diageo, American Airlines, Mongibello, Target, Earnhardt Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, Pepsi, GM Chevrolet, Morgan Stanley, Sanford, Sprint, JGB Bank, HSBC Bank, EFG Capital, Goldman Sachs & Co, Nascar, Sunoco, JP Morgan, Kimberly Clark, 3R Family Office, The USA Bouquet Company, Rocco Donna, Zerofractal Studios, RGB Studios.
 
In addition, we would like to thank Diageo for their ongoing support of BeLive and congratulate their incredible efforts on the LEARNING FOR LIFE program.  This program was designed to inspire and transform the lives of people throughout Latin America & the Caribbean. Since its inception 2008, Learning for Life has impacted more than 50,000 lives.

BeLive brings together four important Colombian Non- Profit organizations, based in the U.S: Give to Colombia, Fórmula Sonrisas, Genesis Foundation and ArtNexus Foundation, who have joined forces to raise much needed funds and create awareness within the international community, of the dire social needs in Colombia. BeLive 2012 will feature a spectacular concert, sumptuous cocktails, magnificent 3-course dinner, live entertainment, a stunning fashion show and much more.

Bring Your Pooch to Howl-O-Ween at Fairchild 10/31/12

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Bring Your Pooch to Howl-O-Ween at Fairchild
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
image002Fairchild
10901 Old Cutler Road
Coral Gables, Florida, 33156.

Admission is $25 for adults, $18 for seniors, $12 for children 6-17 and free to children 5 and under and Fairchild members.
www.fairchildgarden.org

Don’t miss out on one of the only days of the year that guests can bring their pooch to Fairchild on Wednesday, October 31, 2012. At Fairchild’s Howl-o-ween event, now in its fourth year, guests can take advantage of a great opportunity to enjoy special activities just for pups as they parade through Fairchild’s lush surroundings all the while showing off their Halloween costumes. Guests and their dog can hop on a special 1:00 p.m. doggy tram ride too!!
 
Enjoy samplings of 100% natural food and treats including doggie beer courtesy of Pepe Le Pooche Resort & Spa pet boutique. Get in on their raffle for a free grooming and products boutique offering unique styles for your pooch, personalized collars, leather leashes, and much more! Shake Shack will be giving away Pooch-ini® comp cards redeemable at local Shake Shack locations. Pooch-ini is a chilly treat for those with four feet featuring ShackBurger® dog biscuits, peanut butter sauce and vanilla frozen custard.
 
Now that’s something to wag your tail about!
 
Howl-o-ween Rules:
To protect our plant collections, please keep your dogs on the path or on grassy areas. Dogs are not permitted to walk onto planting beds. 
Dogs must be current on all vaccinations and have a current rabies tag attached to their collar.
Dogs must be leashed at all times and under the control of their handlers. Do not unleash your dog at any time.
Dog handlers are required to clean-up after their dogs.  Dog handlers must use "doggie bags" and dispose of them in the designated receptacles.
Aggressive dogs are not permitted in the garden. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden reserves the right to refuse entry to, or remove, any dog thought to be dangerous to visitors or other dogs.
Dogs in heat are prohibited from entering the garden.
Most importantly, we ask that you use good judgment on all matters concerning your dog. This will ensure an enjoyable and safe visit for you and your best pal.

Fright Night Las Olas To Benefit Boys and Girls Club Of Broward 10/20/12

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Fright Night Las Olas To Benefit Boys and Girls Club Of Broward
FRIGHT_NIGHT_INVITE_7pm October 20th, 2012
Riverside Hotel Lawn
620 East Las Olas Boulevard
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301

$50. general admission/$100. vip
Get your tickets here:
www.frightnightlasolas.com 

Mel & Erica Thaler Present: Fright Night Las Olas
Fort Lauderdale’s Premeire Halloween Costume Event
Hosted by: Channing Crowder & Julie Durda

Honoring Past Members of   "The No Passing Zone" Miami Dolphin Greats

Featuring:  Tastes from Fort Lauderdale’s Favorite Restaurants 

Live Music by: The Kinected &  The Hard Drinkin’ Pickles Band

Miami Science Museum Presents The Out-Of-This-World Astrojam Event And Cosmic Halloween Party 10/26/12-10/27/12

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Miami Science Museum Presents The Out-Of-This-World Astrojam Event And Cosmic Halloween Party
AstroJam: A Cosmic Quest
Friday, Oct. 26, 5–10 p.m.  Admission is $5 per person after 5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129

Included with Museum admission. Students (with valid ID), seniors (62+) and children 3 – 12, $10.95; adults are $14.95. Admission is free for Miami Science Museum members and children under 3. Parking is free.

Have you ever looked up into the night sky and wondered about rovers exploring the surface of Mars, how Galileo used asmall telescope to discover four moons of Jupiter, or how astronomers create those beautiful images of galaxies?
 
During this event to honor National Astronomy Day, guests will find out answers to these questions and discoverlots more amazing things about the universe and how it works. They will conduct their own experiments, observe the night sky through the Museum’s rooftop telescopes, watch planetarium and laser shows, and listen to keynote speaker Professor Rafael Guzman, Chair of the Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida, who will talk about the largest optical telescope on Earth, theGran Telescopio de Canarias. The event will also feature an exhibition of images of outer space created by students and with support from the Smithsonian’s Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos program. Guests can even safely observe the sun with solar telescopes from the Southern Cross Astronomical Society.
 
On Friday evening, guests will enjoy observing the night sky on the rooftop. To celebrate Halloween and an almost full moon, guests on Saturday are encouraged to come dressed in their most out-of-this-world costumes and have a chance to win a prize. Also on Saturday, Professor Guzman will speak and guests will enjoy solar observing with the Southern Cross Astronomical Society.
 
Activities include:
•           Door prizes
•           Smithsonian Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos exhibition
•           Galileo theatre show
•           Southern Cross Astronomical Society will be present
•           Planetarium shows
•           Hands-on activities such as making your own constellation, exploring color filter puzzles, using a laser to pass through a mirror maze, designing jewelry using ultraviolet beads, and much more
 
Smithsonian Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos Exhibition
On Display During Astrojam
 
See an exhibition of student-created scientific artwork. Just like scientists take raw images of the night sky and create spectacular colorful images of the cosmos, students have remotely used real NASA telescopes to take their own images of outer space. Then they used the same kind of software that astronomers use, and processed their images to bring out all the wondrous detail of galaxies, nebula, and planets. Students not only learned the software and created the images on display, but they will also be on-hand during the AstroJam event to lead activities related to telescopes, color filters, and light.
 
Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos is funded by the Smithsonian Institution’s Youth Access Grants program managed by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Education and Access. The project is led by the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, in partnership with Smithsonian Affiliations.
 
Science Fiction, Astronomy and Experimental Film Screening
Friday, Oct. 26, 8–10 p.m.
 
Experience the finest cinematic treats screened in super fresh Super 8 and 16mm film formats. This event will feature science fiction, astronomy and experimental films, including NASA Aeronatics and Space Report 106 (1973), Powers of Ten (1977), Algol the Demon Star, and The Motions of Attracting Bodies in addition to many surprises screened in crowd-pleasing 16mm film format. Thrilling musical interventions provided by Kian &Gyr.
 
This is the only movie night in town that screens films in vintage and obsolete Super 8 and 16mm format.
 
Hosted by film historian/archivist Barron Sherer and Miami Science Museum’s Art & Collection Manager Kevin Arrow. Barron Sherer is a Miami-based film curator, programmer and artist. For over 20 years, he has curated and co-produced many film programs and festivals for local cinemas, museums, galleries and moving image archives. As a film and video archivist and preservationist, he has researched thousands of moving images for several award-winning productions including Academy Award nominated films such as The Weather Underground, Milk and The Cove. In 2006, the Miami New Times named Barron “Best Film Buff.”

Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 87th Anniversary With One To Grow On Campaign 10/25/12

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Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 87th Anniversary With ‘One To Grow On’ Campaign!
October 25th, 2012 from 6-8pm
Cibo Wine Bar
45 Miracle Mile
Miami, FL 33134
www.coralgableschamber.org

On Tuesday morning, October 16, 2012, the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce received a proclamation during the City Commission meeting whereby  Mayor Jim Cason and the City of Coral Gables declared October 25th “Chamber Day in Coral Gables”, in celebration of the Chamber’s 87th Anniversary.

To celebrate this milestone achievement for our Chamber and to remind the Coral Gables community that the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce has been their faithful partner for nearly nine decades, the Chamber will host a unique event that will take place on a single day only in our community – Thursday, October 25.

Themed “One To Grow On”, Chamber leaders will swarm the community by sharing good news about our Chamber and our beloved City Beautiful. Throughout the day we will visit members and non-members of our Chamber one-on-one, directly in their place of business.

“As Chair of the Board of the Chamber, I’m honored to be a part of this milestone event in celebration of 87 continuous years of dedication and support to our community.   October 25th, 2012 will be a day to remember and I’m proud to share this anniversary with our members, Chamber leadership and the business community in Coral Gables,” said Darla Thompson, Cherry Bekeart & Holland, LLP.

Our goals are to identify, connect and recruit new members who understand the value of our Chamber and the associated benefits they will receive to further build and strengthen our long-standing brand in the Coral Gables community.

We will conclude with a special celebration at Cibo Wine Bar as part of their one year anniversary event from 6-8pm. There will be a celebratory toast by Mayor Jim Cason, with special guests Robert Furniss-Roe, President of Bacardi North America and Nick Di Donato, President & CEO of Liberty Entertainment Group.

The Betsy Welcomes German Poet Jan Wagner 10/30/12

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The Betsy Welcomes German Poet Jan Wagner
October 30 at 8 pm
The Betsy-South Beach
1440 Ocean Drive.
Miami Beach, FL

Renowned and critically acclaimed poet Jan Wagner will give a public poetry reading. This special evening, hosted by Miami poet, MacArthur Genius Award recipient Campbell McGrath, will include a special greeting from the German Consul General Eva Alexandra Countess Kendeffy.  The event, which will be free and open to the public will take place in the hotel’s charming special event space, B Bar.
 
Wagner was born in Hamburg, Germany. He is a poet and translator of poetry from English to German, including the work of Charles Simic, James Tate, Simon Armitage, Jo Shapcott, Louis MacNeice, and Kevin Young. He studied English and American Studies in Hamburg, Dublin and Berlin. He has worked as a freelance reviewer for various newspapers such as Frankfurter Rundschau and Tagesspiegel. He co-published the international literature "box" DIE AUSSENSEITE DES ELEMENTES until 2003. He has published five poetry collections, most recently AUSTRALIEN (2010, Berlin Verlag). He is the recipient of numerous German awards for poetry including the Friedrich-Holderlin Prize (2010), the Ernst-Meister Award for Poetry (2005), and a Heinrich Heine Fellowship (2004). In English, Wagner’s work appears in the anthology 20th CENTURY GERMAN POETRY, edited by Michael Hoffmann (FSG, 2008). He has lived in Berlin since 1995.
 
The Betsy-South Beach is a luxury boutique hotel that has become an epicenter for arts and cultural programs in Miami, and recently debuted a dedicated space for artist respite called The Writer’s Room which artists can apply for short residencies. Jan Wagner is the program’s first international visiting artist. Betsy was recently lauded as Boutique Hotel of 2012 by the BLLA. For more information, visit TheBetsyWritersRoom.com and TheBetsyHotel.com.

Basel Castle 12/8/12

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Basel Castle
Saturday December 8, 2012
The Overthrow Castle
41 NW 20th ST
Wynwood Art District
baselcastle.com

Free before 8PM with RSVP Online

w/ Purity Ring + Twin Shadow+ More!
Basel Castle, produced by The Overthrow Collective, is a “re:creative” festival combining some of the worlds most influential contemporary artists & musicians, with uniquely interactive games, installations, exhibitions, and live performances. We’re thrilled to announce Purity Ring and Twin Shadow exclusive live performances for this year’s Basel Castle. Stay tuned for more exciting announcements in the coming days…

Basel Castle, produced by creative collective, The Overthrow, is a conceptually “re:creative” minifestival combining some of the worlds most influential contemporary artists & musicians, with uniquely interactive games, installations, exhibitions, and live performances. The project is a full day event during the climax of Miami’s internationally esteemed Art Basel weekend. Believe it or not, all this takes place inside a castle located in the crux of Downtown Miami’s Wynwood Art District.

Magic City Casino Presents The Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival 10/20/12

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Magic City Casino Presents The Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival
Saturday, October 20 from 5pm to 10pm
Magic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue
Miami, FL 33125

The following trucks will be participating at the Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival: 90 Miles to Go; Big Mikes BBQ; Che Grill; Coldstone Creamery; Daddy’s Grill; Dim Ssam a Gogo; El Rey de las Fritas; Grill Master Cafe ; HipPops Handcrafted Gelato Bars; Killer Pasta; Korean BBQ Taco Box; Los Chamos; Marlie’s Delights; Miami Spice Grill; Ms. Cheezious; Porkalicious; Purple People Eatery; The Rolling Stove; Sugar Yummy Mama; Taco Fresh; Taco Heat; Waffle Gourmet

Magic City Casino, Miami’s first casino to offer Las Vegas style slot machines, will host its free monthly Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival with over twenty of South Florida’s most popular food trucks serving a range of gourmet specialties.

Magic City Casino offers free self-parking with valet parking available as well.
Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in free games, with prizes that include $2 quiniela wheel bets for the greyhound races at the Flagler Greyhound Track.
Live music will be featured inside the casino bar from 9pm to 1am.
 
The Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Fest is presented by Magic City Casino and Burger Beast. For more information, please visit www.magiccitycasino.com  or call 888.56.MAGIC.

Welcome Back WALL Grand Re-Opening During Favela Beach 10/23/12

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Welcome Back WALL Grand Re-Opening During Favela Beach
Tuesday, Oct. 23, 11pm
10232012WALLReOpenFavelaBeachWALL
2201 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Fla., 33139
www.wallmiami.com

WALL Miami co-owners Karim Masri, Nicola Siervo, Navin Chatani and Jarred Grant are proud to announce the re-opening of their exclusive South Beach lounge on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2012. Following a month of interior renovations, WALL will debut with an expanded floor plan, new DJ booth and VIP banquettes with smartphone charging stations, among other additions. Complementing the exciting additions to WALL is the launch of LUSH, a new poolside Thursday night party presented by entertainment impresario Michael Capponi, who originally hosted the iconic party in 1992.
 
The revamp comes on the heels of WALL’s three-year anniversary. KNR Nightlife, a branch of KNR Restaurant Group, spearheaded the redesign along with Studio B, the force behind the modern décor of W Hotels, to construct a new look for WALL’s 4,000-square-foot space within W South Beach.
 
WALL’s new look includes a spacious open floor plan, with L-shaped couches framing a center dance floor. The VIP banquettes lining the walls are now equipped with tables featuring smartphone-charging stations. Audio enhancements are reflected in the 25 LED video screens and 16 intelligent light fixtures that allow for continuous video images to be projected onto walls and ceilings. WALL’s signature glass and mirror wall, however, will remain untouched.
 
“The remodel is part of our continued pursuit to enhance the premier nightclub experience for locals and international jet setters alike,” said Nicola Siervo, co-founder of KNR Restaurant Group, which is responsible for such sought-after dining establishments as Quattro Gastronomia Italiana (Miami Beach, Mexico City) and Sosta Pizzeria l Enoteca.
 
WALL’s highly anticipated redesign will be heralded with a weeklong celebration, including the following events and entertainers:

Tuesday, Oct. 23
The Favela Beach party series, with vibrant Brazilian flair, presents resident DJ Ruen alongside DJs Reid Waters and Ross One, starting at 11 p.m.
 
Thursday, Oct. 25 (Poolside)
Michael Capponi presents the debut of LUSH Thursdays alongside Michael Marti, Angel, Matt Werner and Brett Weithorn, featuring music by innovative DJ Adam Lipson, starting at 10 p.m., poolside. The night will continue indoors as WALL presents DJs Knowledge and Affect spinning the best of electro-house and hip-hop.
 
Friday, Oct. 26
WALL presents S.K.A.M. artists Jessica Who and Mr. Mauricio, alongside Miami’s own
DJ Los de la Vega, providing a fusion of energetic beats for the night, starting at 11 p.m.
 
Saturday, Oct. 27
WALL presents DJs Chicco Secci and Richard Grey to conclude the weeklong celebration with fuelled house and electro sounds, starting at 11 p.m.

Welcome Creative Healthcare Marketing as a new Soul Of Miami Sponsor

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Soul Of Miami would like to extend a big welcome and THANK YOU to Creative Healthcare Marketing for being our newest sponsor! We really appreciate their support and encourage everyone to check them out.

Creative Healthcare Marketing (CHCM) is an expert and experienced benefits consultant company respected for designing diversified insurance packages stylized to suit the specific needs of their comprehensive clients.

Homecoming with Hardwell Benefit for the FAU Basketball Program 10/24/12

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Homecoming with Hardwell benefit for the FAU Basketball Program
FINALhardwell_homecoming_backWednesday, 10/24/12, 4:00pm
Sunset Cove Amphitheatre
12551 Glades Road
Boca Raton, FL 33498
Purchase Tickets Online

$35 GA – includes
General Admission into venue
 
$99 VIP – includes 
VIP Admission into venue
VIP Parking 
2 Drinks 
Extra access to cash bars & food 
Special VIP viewing area
 
$150 Super VIP – includes:
VIP Admission into venue
VIP Parking 
4 Drinks
Extra access to cash bars & food, 
Special VIP Viewing Area
Hardwell Meet and Greet 
After Party To Follow!
"Let the Good Times Roll!"

X Factor Melanie Amaro and Burn Notice Gabrielle Anwar Headline 18th Annual Intercontinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball 11/3/12

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X Factor Melanie Amaro and Burn Notice Gabrielle Anwar Headline 18th Annual Intercontinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball
On Saturday, November 3, 2012

Tables for the InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball range from $5,000 to $20,000. Wish Sponsorships start at $5,000. Tables, wishes and other sponsorship opportunities can be purchased by calling 954.967.9474, extension 318, or by visiting www.makeawishball.com .

Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida and InterContinental Miami will celebrate the 18th Annual InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball with a theme inspired by India’s vibrant colors, animated street markets, opulent soirees and jubilant Bollywood music. Melanie Amaro, first season winner of The X Factor and South Florida native, will perform, and Burn Notice star Gabrielle Anwar, will return as the celebrity auctioneer for the Ball, which will be chaired by Shareef Malnik, owner of The Forge Restaurant l Wine Bar. In its 17-year history, the Ball has raised more than $10.7 million, enough to grant wishes for more than 2,300 children with life-threatening medical conditions.
 
The Ball’s leaders – affectionately known as the “Three Amigos” – Malnik, also Foundation Board Member; Robert Hill, InterContinental Miami General Manager and Gala Host; and Norman Wedderburn, President and CEO of Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida; have together made each Ball an impactful, memorable occasion.
 
“This year’s Ball will be bigger and better than ever,” said Wedderburn. “The positive energy and response we’ve received from our loyal supporters has been overwhelming, and we’re excited to have the incredibly talented Melanie Amaro on board for an unforgettable performance, as well as the incomparable Gabrielle Anwar to lead what we predict to be an evening of unprecedented bidding wars.”
 
Hill said, “This Ball is much more than a one-night event, it is the fruition of 365 days of staff and volunteers working together to see the bright eyes and smiles of our Wish Kids.  To be able to grant one wish is beautiful and life-changing, to be able to grant more than 2,300 is nothing short of an amazing feat of hope, strength and joy. That is what our 18-year partnership with Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida is all about: people with great hearts and a common mission coming together and making amazing things happen.”
 
Malnik, Chairman of the Ball for the eighth year, introduced the Chairman’s Challenge in 2011 as an operating cost endowment to cover all expenses associated with organizing and planning the InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball. His goal of enlisting 20 business, civic and philanthropic leaders – each pledging $25,000 per year for five consecutive years – will yield a total commitment of $500,000 annually, resulting in the granting of 100 additional wishes to Southern Florida children each year.
 
Charter members of the Chairman’s Challenge include: Gabrielle Anwar and Shareef Malnik; Stuart Miller; The Lennar Foundation; Richard Polidori; Andrew Sasson and Chris Paciello, LGD Management; Kim and Todd Glaser; Denise and Jordan Zimmerman; Joyce and Geert-Jan Bakker; Eddie Freedman; Marc Bell; Daniel Staton; Sue and Jim Oppenheimer; the Randy and Barbara Ann Frankel Foundation; Jeffrey Soffer and David Grutman; Robin and Mark Levinson; Steven Tanger; Mark Gold; The Genting Group/Resorts World Miami; and Alejandro Gonzalez, Brett Rose and Javier Torrens, UCU Trading Company.
 
Notable contributors to the InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball include Lifetime Benefactors Al and Nancy Malnik; Grand Benefactors Stanley and Gala Cohen; Founding Benefactors Howard and Barbara Glicken; and Wish Star Benefactor James L. Ferraro, as well as Wish Benefactors Harvey and Roberta Chaplin, Stuart A. Miller of Lennar Corporation and Robert Press of TCA Fund Management. 
 
Shiraz Events, of Miami, New York, Los Angeles and London, will take the Ball’s historically over-the-top décor to new heights by rolling out the fuchsia carpet, staging an authentic, New Delhi-style street market for the cocktail reception, orchestrating an elaborate Indian street parade, and transforming the Grand Ballroom into massive tent with the feel of a traditional Indian wedding, where InterContinental Miami Executive Chef Alexander Feher will prepare a decadent four-course dinner.
 
Celebrity auctioneer Gabrielle Anwar will return to the podium to spark a bidding war for an extravagant array of live auction items, including a magnificent prize generously donated by Mark and Robin Levinson of Levinson Jewelers: an ultra-rare Hermès “Cape Cod” diamond-and-ruby watch valued at $33,450. The watch features a mother of pearl dial, red alligator strap and white gold buckle, and will be coupled with a once-in-a-lifetime personalized tour of the La Montre Hermès factory in Switzerland, with airfare and first-class lodging included. The president of Hermès will be on-hand to present this magnificent prize to the winning bidder. The starlet will tempt the audience with a walk-on roll on her hit USA Network show, Burn Notice, filmed on-site in Miami, and other sought-after auction items donated by THE COLLECTION, The World – Residences at Sea and Ocean Drive Magazine. Strategic Hotels and Resorts will donate two spectacular vacation packages: A five-bedroom, oceanfront suite for 10 guests at the Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita, including a six-hour charter on the resort’s private yacht; and a “James Bond Experience,” including luxury accommodations at the London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square, luxury car rental, a private-guided tour with the director of Churchill War Rooms, and business class round-trip airfare courtesy of British Airways.
 
During the cocktail reception, guests will enjoy lavish hors d’oeuvres and cocktail stations while bidding on more than 100 premier items donated by top hospitality, entertainment, fashion and luxury brands. Highlights include an in-home gourmet dinner with a private chef, a Chloé calfskin bag, men’s and women’s Invicta watches, an Aveda spa day for two, and luxury hotel stays at exotic InterContinental locations around the globe, including Chicago, Los Angeles, New Orleans, New York City, San Francisco,  Washington, D.C., Cannes, Paris, Berlin, Athens, Rome, Madrid, London, Tokyo, Tel Aviv, Dubai, San Juan, Austin, Bangkok, Moorea, Buenos Aires, Hong Kong, Mumbai, Melbourne and Sydney. Other hotel auction items will include a stay at Fairmont Scottsdale Princes in Scottsdale, AR.

The crowd will be kept on its glamorous feet with beats by DJ Irie, official DJ for the Miami HEAT, and a grand finale performance by Melanie Amaro, who won over Simon Cowell during the first season of The X Factor in 2011 and secured a $5 million recording contract with Syco Music and Epic Records. Melanie was born in Fort Lauderdale and graduated from Plantation High School in 2010. Amaro will perform her hit single "Don’t Fail Me Now,” which premiered Aug. 1, 2012, as well as selections from her soon-to-be-released debut album on which she is collaborating with R&B artist Ciara. Amaro made a splash during Super Bowl XLVI, singing a dance cover of "Respect" alongside Elton John, Flavor Flav and Annie Ilonzeh in a Pepsi commercial. The song quickly climbed to the No. 3 spot on the Billboard Dance/Club Chart.
 
For the fifth consecutive year, Nightclub Vice Chairman Michael Capponi of The Capponi Group will spearhead the official Ball after-party at the InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Nightclub, introducing Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida to the next generation of contributors. The after party will come to life with a fashion show by Traver Rains, who will debut his Bollywood-inspired Spring/Summer 2013 Collection. Rains was the designing partner to Richie Rich of fashion line Heatherette, the red carpet gowns of which have been a hit among Hollywood stars. The InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Nightclub will serve as the perfect backdrop for Rains, who will incorporate Indian fabrics and accessories in what is sure to be a spectacular ode to all things Bollywood.
 
Presented by Capponi and the Three Amigos, along with Nightclub Co-Chairmen Maxwell Blandford, Danny Estevez, Clif Loftin and Antonio Misuraca, the mezzanine-turned-chic-nightclub will come to life with beats by DJ Joe Dert. Reservations for the Nightclub can be made at 305.695.4410 or RSVP@CapponiGroup.com. Individual nightclub tickets cost $100.
 
Host Committee members for the InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Nightclub include Aaron Glickman; Anthony J. Marzilli; Christopher Dischino; Courtney Moore; David L. Roth; Eddie Solis; Edwin G. Sellers Jr.; Ezra Simon; Guigo Simoes; Hope Gainer; Jake Roberts; Jerry Babij; Jonathan Wolfson; Laura de Gunzburg; Leah Marie Parisian; Louis Fonseca; Luigi Lone; Marko Gojanovi; Michael Malone; Natalie Navarro; Rich Santelises; Sabrina Barnett; Sarah Bromley; Shelley Figueroa; and Stephanie Roy.

The mission of Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida is to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. In its 17-year history, the InterContinental Miami Make-A-Wish Ball has raised in excess of $10.7 million. With these much needed funds, the Foundation has been able to grant more than 2,300 wishes for deserving children in our community. Past VIP guests of the Ball have included Paula Abdul, Sharon Stone, Kim Kardashian, Esteban Cortazar, Pamela Anderson, former Florida governor Charlie Crist, Scottie and Larsa Pippen, Russell Simmons, Venus and Serena Williams, Don King, Sex in the City’s Candace Bushnell, Marcus Schenkenberg, Pauly Shore, and performers Joan Jett, Macy Gray, Natalie Cole, Wyclef Jean, Bernadette Peters, the late Nell Carter, Deborah Gibson, and The Honey Brothers, featuring Adrian Grenier.

Miami Heat’s Own Mario Chalmers and Teammates Host Season Opener Event at the Hilton Hotel 11/18/12

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“Miami Heat’s Own Mario Chalmers and Teammates Host Season Opener Event
Sunday, November 18, 2012, 7:00pm-10:00pm
Hilton Hotel
1601 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132
Purchase Tickets Online

As the season kicks off, sports fanatics and Miami nightlife goers are getting ready for the only season opener event hosted by Miami Heat’s own Mario Chalmers and teammates. The Grieco Law Center, in addition to Miami Herald, History Miami, Catholic Hospice, ClearChannel radio stations WIOD and WINZ, and many other corporate sponsors, bring this season opener to you.

Guests will partake in consuming cocktails provided by Brugal Rum, Alacran Tequila, Status Vodka, and Yaya Wines. ZICO Coconut Water will be showcasing their new chocolate flavor fused in delicious chocolate martinis for guests. In addition, hors d’oeuvres will be provided by the Hilton hotel’s lavish catering department as well as VIP celebrity chef Robyn Almodovar, winner of hit cooking show “Hell’s Kitchen.” Special guest, HGTV’s David Bromstad, will also make an appearance amongst other celebrities. Guests may also strike a pose in the CapturePod photo booth which will be on-site. Issues of MIAMI Magazine will also be displayed for guests of the season opener. Ladies will be pampered and given VIP treatment at BLO Midtown’s beauty and hair styling bar while DJ Isaac Icecold enhances the atmosphere.

Come party with the champs and enjoy a night of drinks, light bites and mingling with Miami’s elite. The season opener’s red carpet will begin at 7pm and 10pm will close out the party, but it doesn’t end there. Afterwards, it will continue at the official after party that will be held at the most prestigious nightclub in Miami Beach, Bamboo.

A portion of proceeds will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami, the premiere mentoring organization of South Florida that helps thousands of children each year.

A special thank you to all sponsors: The Hilton Hotel, The Grieco Law Center, Miami Herald, History Miami, Catholic Hospice, Miami New Times, ClearChannel stations WIOD and WINZ, McDaniel Enterprise LLC, Brugal, Alacran, Yaya Wines, Chef Robyn Almodovar, MIAMI Magazine, CapturePod, Meeting Dynamics Global, BLO Midtown, DJ Isaac Icecold, Bamboo Miami Beach, Hola Ciudad!, Congress South Beach, the SunPost, Concept Flowers, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami, GetTickets, Soul of Miami, SoFlaNights, and many more.

Malice in Wonderland Adult-Only Halloween Party at The Dome 10/27/12

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Malice in Wonderland Adult-Only Halloween Party
Saturday, October 27, 2012, 9 p.m.- 2 a.m.
maliceThe Dome Restaurant & Caviar Bar
271 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL 33143
$40 Cover

Open Bar: 9 p.m. Midnight

The Dome Restaurant & Caviar Bar in Coral Gables invites South Floridians aged 21 years and up to Malice in Wonderland, a Halloween extravaganza with a live DJ, drinks and more. While Halloween in Coral Gables is typically reserved for the kids or college students, this one is just for adults. For those who love Halloween, have a fondness for dressing up in elaborate costumes or simply enjoy a night out in a fun, eclectic setting, Malice in Wonderland is the premier costume party in Coral Gables. The theme this year plays off of the childhood story of Alice in Wonderland but with dark, ominous undertones.
 
Whether feeling devilish, freakish, ghoulish, or sexy, guests are invited to dress up in costume. Everyone is encouraged to pull out all the stops, as there will be a prize for best ensemble. Guests will dance the night away to DJ Bill’s set while sipping on Bacardi Superior Rum, Ketel One Vodka, Dewar¹s Bombay Gin, and Jose Cuervo from the open bar until midnight.

Costa Rican Yogi Esteban Salazar Mixes Ashtanga, Acro-yoga, Hot Yoga and Yinyasa 10/28/12

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Costa Rican Yogi Esteban Salazar Mixes Ashtanga, Acro-yoga, Hot Yoga and Yinyasa
Sunday, October 28, 2012, 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
yogaAyama Yoga Center
2250 NE 163rd St., Suite 3C
North Miami Beach, FL 33160                   
*Free parking available

Internationally renowned, Costa Rican yogi Esteban Salazar brings his two and a half hour master class, which mixes ashtanga, acro-yoga, hot yoga and vinyasa, to Ayama Yoga Center on October 28th as part of his Between the Sun & Sea Tour. 

This training will focus on the relationship between the sun, sea and yoga and offer students the opportunity to learn masterful teaching techniques alongside one Costa Rica’s most sought after teachers.  Salazar, who recently returned to the States after a gravity surfing tour, welcomes teachers and practitioners to his class to push beyond the traditional limits of yoga practice to better understand the relationship between mind, earth and body.

This master class will feature inspiring sounds by DJ Karri and exotic yoga techniques that will encourage students to reach beyond their personal boundaries.  Salazar has received international accolades for his unique blend of yoga styles and physical awareness, including his ability to mix ashtanga, acro-yoga, hot yoga and vinyasa. 

Get ready to travel to a new yoga plateau!  Tickets are just $35 until October 26th or $45 at the door. Visit: http://www.ayamayoga.com/events/ to register or call 305.932.7755 for more info.

An accomplished Costa Rican surfer with a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA), model and owner of a chain of successful retail stores, Esteban Salazar is the founder of four yoga studios, including the largest yoga studio in Latin America. Hosting and training with many world-renowned yoga teachers has gained him extensive experience in Ashtanga, Acro-Yoga, Hot Yoga and Vinyasa. He combines this with an in-depth knowledge of the body as a personal trainer to perfectly blend yoga styles creating a one of a kind Master Class experience.

NEW DATE Miami Beach Latin Chamber of Commerce Networking Reception at The Setai 11/8/12

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Miami Beach Latin Chamber of Commerce Networking Reception
NEW DATE Thursday, November 8, 2012, 6:00-8:30pm
The Setai
2001 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach Florida
Free for members, $10 for non-members
RSVP Online

(305) 674.1414     marketing@miamibeach.org

Join us for a networking reception with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails!

Free raffle for Miami Heat Tickets sponsored by American Airlines Arena.

Italian tasting Friday Night Wine Tasting Four Seasons 10/19/12

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Italian tasting-Friday Night Wine Tasting
wineOctober 19, 2012, Friday from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
Four Seasons
1435 Brickell Avenue
Miami
Cost is $20 and reservations are not required.

Please join us for this Friday’s tasting of " Wine Tour of Italy " as this week’s theme. We will be tasting a superb selection of really delicious small production wines from Italy with guest co-host Marco Uperi of Old Bridge Wine Imports.These wines happen to be perfect casual sipping and food wines! We will give our suggestions at the tasting!
 
We will sample ten wines. The tasting takes place in the Outer Edge at the Edge Restaurant on the Four Seasons hotels 7th floor, one of the most spectacular venues in South Florida!

Each week, we feature 10 wines by theme, grape type, region
or country of origin and includes a complimentary artisan cheese platter.

Marchesi de Cordano ~ Trebbiano d’Abruzzo "Aida" ’11 ~ Abruzzo, Italy
Furlan Castelcosa ~ Pinot Grigio ’11 ~ Friuli, Italy
Santa Lucia ~ "Brigante" Vermentino ’11 ~ Tuscany,Italy
Marchesi de Cordano ~ "Diamine" (Pecorino) ’11 ~ Abruzzo, Italy
San Felice ~ Chianti Classico (Sangiovese) ’09 ~ Tuscany,Italy
Castelli del Grevepesa ~ "Clemente VII" Chianti Classico Riserva ’07 ~ Tuscany, Italy Marchesi de Cordano ~ "Aida" Montepulciano D’Abruzzo ’09 ~ Abruzzo, Italy
Ferrari & Iris ~ "Penso" (Sangiovese) ’09 ~Tuscany, Italy
Tenuta di Sesta ~ "Poggio D’Arna" (Sangiovese) ’09 ~ Tuscany, Italy
Marchesi de Cordano ~ "Trinita" Montepulciano d’Abruzzo ’04 ~ Abruzzo, Italy

The Friday Night Wine Tasting Series enters its 21st year as one of the longest ongoing wine tastings in the country. Following the tasting, we highly recommend the exceptional contemporary American cuisine of the Edge Restaurant. Make reservations early if you’d like at 305 381-3190
We will also offer a monthly "Wine and Food Pairing Dinner" at the Edge Restaurant guided by Barry Alberts with occasional guest winemakers. For upcoming tastings and information please phone Barry at 305 793-3120.

Winn-Dixie and Coca-Cola Dominoes Tournament Series Kick-Off 10/20/12

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Winn-Dixie and Coca-Cola Dominoes Tournament Series Kick-Off
Dominoes Tournament Series 2012 Promotional FlyerSat., Oct. 20, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Winn-Dixie Store #243
541 West 49th Street
Hialeah, Fla.
 
Sat., Oct. 27, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Winn-Dixie Store #242
1201 E. 10th Avenue
Hialeah, Fla.
 
Sat., Nov. 3, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Winn-Dixie Store #270
2750 W. 68th Street, Suite 201
Hialeah, Fla.
 
Finale, Sat., Nov. 10, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Winn-Dixie Store #292
1630 West 49th Street
Hialeah, Fla.

Winn-Dixie and Coca-Cola have teamed up to provide dominoes enthusiasts with chance to compete against their peers in a four-weekend family fun dominoes tournament series in partnership with the City of Hialeah and the South Florida Dominoes Association.  As part of the series, attendees will enjoy live music, food tastings, Coca-Cola product sampling and more. Competitors will be divided into three inter-generational divisions including Young, which is 18 and under, Mid, which is 54 and under, and Seniors, which will include competitors who are 55 years or older.  Teams will have a chance to compete for four top prize packages including Winn-Dixie gift cards, a domino trophy, a Coca-Cola duffle bag full of premiums and more, with the grand prize recipient also receiving a Winn-Dixie/Coca-Cola domino table.
 
Registration is FREE, but seating is limited. Participants can pre-register by visiting one of the participating Winn-Dixie stores or on the day of the tournament. Tournament registration/check-in begins at 12 p.m. and the tournaments begin at 1 p.m.
 
For more information, visit www.facebook.com/winndixielatino  or www.facebook.com/winndixie .

Pridelines Youth Candlelight Vigil Against Bullying 10/20/12

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Pridelines Youth Candlelight Vigil Against Bullying
Saturday, October 20, 2012, 5:30 p.m.
Miami Beach Community Church
1620 Drexel Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Pridelines Youth Services and hundreds of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth and their straight friends and allies will come together at the Miami Beach Community Church for the 3rd annual Spirit Day Candlelight Vigil.  This national event remembers the thousands of teen suicides which take place every year and provides an opportunity to speak out against bullying and in support of LGBTQ youth.  Participants are encouraged to wear purple and join Pridelines and its partner organizations for this inspirational event on Lincoln Road Mall.
 
“It is unconscionable that so many LGBTQ teens take their lives because of the incessant bullying and harassment they experience due to their sexual orientation or gender identity,” said Pridelines Youth Council President Bryan Gutierrez.  “This year we will also be remembering Malala Yousufzai, the Pakistani teenager who was gunned down by the same hate and intolerance that threatens teens in here in Florida.”
 
The vigil is free and open to the entire community.  Pridelines is calling on all people of good conscience to come to Lincoln Road Mall and join the stand against intolerance and in support of South Florida’s gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning youth.
 
In addition to the remembrance, Miami Beach City Commissioner Michael Gongora will be presenting Pridelines with a City of Miami Beach proclamation in recognition of the organization’s 30 years of service to the youth of South Florida.

Pridelines Youth Services is a grassroots 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created by gay youth for gay youth and their allies in the wake of Anita Bryant’s “Save Our Children” campaign.  Pridelines’ mission is to support, educate and empower South Florida’s LGBTQ youth in a safe and diverse environment as well as to foster dialogue and cultivate social change.  For more than 28 years, Pridelines has provided safe space, social support, skills building, leadership development and referrals to mental health, health care and support services for LGBTQ youth and their straight allies between the ages of 13 and 24. 

For more information about Pridelines call (305) 571-9601 or visit www.pridelines.org.

downtown FULL MOON Party Howwwlween 10/27/12

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downtown FULL MOON Party – Howwwlween
fullmoonSaturday October 27, 2012 From 8p – 3a
VILLA 221
221 NE 17th Street
Miami, FL 33132

**Free** Admission before 10pm for all guests with Costumes
Cover Charge after 10pm: $10 with Costume; $15 without)

**Free** Admission before midnight for all drummers, musicians, and performers with proper equipment and gear; at the discretion of the doorstaff…

Featuring:
Live Band: Signal Down
Live Band: The Busker Alliance
Special Live Music Performance: Warp9
Resident Deejay: Umber Bandi-Ville
Guest Deejay: Dj Diaga
Live Art: Id Art And The Art Army Miami
Reflections: Sophie Moon
Drum Leader: Renzo Varga
Interactive Visual Arts Show: Artist Perego
Fire Performances: (under The Supervision Of Jason Parente (www.needtoburn.com) – All Professional Talents Are Welcomed!
Hula Hoopers: Bring your own or buy one at the event…
 
Free Dating Service By Lions & Kittens
Come and try your chance to connect with a mate… Lions & Kittens dating service will be at the event from 8 – 10 pm playing match maker… Come and spin the wheel of love…
 
Complimentary Community Art Wall
You are the art!!! We will have a Community Art Wall for everyone who wants to express their artistic talent…
(Sponsored by: Id Art – www.idartcatalog.com – Miami’s most comprehensive art store for all your art supply and needs.)
 
Interactive Visual Arts: Artist Perego…
Get ready to Get Down! with another mind-blowing, interactive series of visual arts by one of the most respected artists in the business. This month, we are very fortunate to have a visit from Artist PEREGO, and we are very excited and awaiting anxiously to experience his organic creation of artistic light displays…
 
Drum Circle:
Bring your drum and let your beats be heard! The Extended Drumming set will start sometime after 10p – until… Come early to enjoy as much of this as possible.
 
Dresscode (Strongly Recommended):
Creative Costumes for Halloween…
(Be creative and think "Burning Man" – www.burningman.com)
 
Hosted By: Fritz “e” Romeus, Gary James Fitzsimmons; Tracie Samara; Sol Amor, and Sophie Moon

The next “downtown FULL MOON party on Saturday, October 27 will be at VILLA 221… We are expecting a big turnout for this event and we are starting it a bit earlier (8pm) than usual… We are still offering **free** general admission until 10pm, but only to people who are dressed in Creative Costume for our Halloween party. Performers and Musicians are **free** until Midnight…

Plus, this month we have free fire/poi spinning class, and a free dating service.

The All Hallows Hangout at The Shops Pembroke Gardens 10/28/12

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The All Hallows Hangout at The Shops Pembroke Gardens
image004Sunday, October 28, 2012, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The Shops at Pembroke Gardens (the festivities start off at the front of Fuddruckers)
527 SW 145th Terrace
Pembroke Pines, FL 33027

The Shops at Pembroke Gardens is gearing up to be this year’s All Hallows hotspot in Broward as fantasy, folklore and furry friends come together in the spirit of this spook-tacular day!  Participating stores will give away treats to kids in costumes as they stroll around with their fang-tastic parents and boo’tiful pets (because four legged friends are welcome too!). There will be plenty of fun for the whole family, including a photo opportunity with the mile-high scarecrow, goody bag giveaways at the Treat Stop (located in front of Fuddruckers) and pet-style trick-or-treating with Doggie Bars set up around the outdoor lifestyle center. And to top it all off, parents will be able to enter their costume-clad crew—both pint-sized people and pooches alike— in a raffle contest for the chance to win one of five mall gift certificates, just in time for the holiday shopping season.

Aldo López-Gavilán & Harold López-Nussa in Concert 11/24/12

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Aldo López-Gavilán & Harold López-Nussa in Concert
Sfundarte_AldoHaroldFrontaturday, November 24th, 2012, at 8:00 p.m.
The Miami Dade County Auditorium
On Stage Black Box Theater
2901 West Flagler Street
Miami, FL.
Tickets: $30 General Admission/Entrada General, $25 seniors/personas mayores (65+) & Students/Estudiantes (18-) with/con I.D. www.ticketmaster.com & by phone (800)745.3000, or in-person at Miami-Dade County Auditorium Box Office, Monday/Lunes to Friday/Viernes, 9am – 4pm, 2901 W Flagler Street, Miami, FL – 305.547.5414
Free Parking

This performance marks the opening of FUNDarte’s 10th anniversary season of presenting exciting, risk taking and truly diverse performing arts events in Miami.  FUNDarte’s commitment to local audiences and tenacity in bringing the vangarde of contemporary performing arts from far reaches has won the organization growing support, including a grant from the Knight Foundation continued programming dedicated to supported innovative local and international Latino artists.
 
With this support, FUNDarte will bring direct from his engagement at Carnegie Hall, Aldo López-Gavilán will be joined by Harold López-Nussa for an exceptional duet that will embrace themes from traditional Cuban sounds to Afro-Cuban Jazz.  Virtuosity, innovation, and originality are how audiences and critics describe the two young uber-talents that are taking the classical and jazz music worlds by storm.  Both accomplished and award winning soloists in their own right, these two Cuban maverick pianists will be playing one rare engagement together at the Miami Dade County Auditorium thanks to Miami’s FUNDarte. Come hear, understand and savor the live sounds of these unique pianists from the Island.  This program is presented in support of the mission of the new No Borders Performance Series.

National Mammography Day Contest 10/19/12

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National Mammography Day Contest
sassy-snapshot-ladyFlorida Blue
Friday, October 19th 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
8895 SW 136th St
Miami, FL 33176                                       
1-877 FL-BLUE-0

For National Mammography Day, Florida Blue has partnered with Baptist Hospital to offer an opportunity to stop by the Center and register to win a FREE Mammogram and one-on-one nursing consultation on preventive steps!

Last Pool Party of the Season at Shelborne South Beach Celebrates with Beerfest 10/20/12

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Last Pool Party of the Season at Shelborne South Beach, Celebrates with Beerfest
image005Saturday, October 20, 1pm
Shelborne South Beach
1801 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Say farewell to pool season and the finale of Ricky’s Brunch & Day Party with a Beerfest theme Saturday pool party.
 
On the Menu:
·         Beer tastings by Peroni, Blue Moon and Pilsner Urquell
·         Oktoberfest Burger on a toasted pretzel bun, Boar’s Head Ham, Beer Mustard sautéed onions and Swiss Cheese
·         Beer braised Hotdogs on a Pretzel Bun
·         German Potato Salad
·         Soft Pretzels
·         Pretzel Chips

Sunset Harbour Shops and Garage Opening

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PRESS RELEASE:

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Sunset Harbour Shops and Garage Opening on Tuesday, October 16th, 2012

Miami Beach Real Estate Developer Scott Robins, partner Philip Levine and Miami Beach Mayor; Matti Herrera Bower, The Miami Beach City Commission & Interim City Manager; Kathie G. Brooks announced the opening of SUNSET HARBOUR SHOPS & GARAGE in Miami Beach with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday morning.

This beautiful retail & garage development represents a public/private partnership between the Robins Group and the City of Miami Beach. Designed by world renowned Architectonica, the project is located at 1900 Bay Road (between 18th & 20th Street) in the very hip and trendy Sunset Harbour district of Miami Beach. Together with their other holdings in Sunset Harbour, The Robins Group has over 60,000 square feet of newly constructed retail and restaurant space.

Over 15 new establishments have either opened or will open in the coming months. They include Emack & Bolio’s Ice Cream, Eberjey Lingerie, Tequizlan Restaurant & Tequila Bar, Lucali Pizzeria from Brooklyn, Splendor Restaurant, Panther Coffee, Icebox Café, Sunset Clothing Co., Threadcount, True Loaf Artisanal Bakery, Jugo Fresh, Peace Love World, Blush, Footworks, and Frankie Boutique amongst others!

The 4 level city owned public garage located directly above the retail shops provides over 460 parking spots for guests with short term self-parking rates at just $1.00 per hour. A wide pedestrian breezeway connects Bay Road & Purdy Avenue, allowing people to easily circulate throughout the retail shops and restaurants. The garage serves the entire Sunset Harbour district with its vast array of neighborhood establishments as well as major destination businesses such as the newly constructed Fresh Market, Publix, and Office Depot.

About Scott Robins:
Scott Robins is the founder of Scott Robins Companies, Inc. and SRC Properties LLC, (“SRC”). Since 1988, Mr. Robins has grown his companies into a mid-size, vertically-integrated real estate development firm, specializing in development, construction, leasing and management of commercial property. Most of the property Mr. Robins owns and manages is located in the famous Art Deco District of Miami Beach (“South Beach”) and Downtown Miami. His properties consist of office, retail and residential space in prime locations and represent some of the most noteworthy real estate in the area. His professional accomplishments have been awarded with Certificates of Appreciation Public Service Awards by the City of Miami Beach; Historical Revitalization Award by the Miami Design Preservation League; Award for Excellence in Architecture for a Contractor by the American Institute of Architecture; and Award for Public Service from The Women of Tomorrow.

About Arquitectonica:
Arquitectonica is an internationally recognized architectural firm headquartered in Miami, FL. The firm’s work has been featured in nearly 3,000 national and international publications such as Time, Newsweek, Life, Fortune and Business Week, as well as numerous professional journals such as Architectural Record, Progressive Architecture, Architectural Design, Domus, Global Architecture, L’Architecture D’aujourd’hui, Abitare and Häuser.
For additional information please visit: http://sunsetharbourshops.com

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Animate! Miami 1/18/13-1/20/13

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Animate! Miami
The convention hours of operation are:
Friday, January 18: 2:00pm – 3:00am
Saturday, January 19: 11:00am – 3:00am
Sunday, January 20: 11:00am – 3:00am
The Miami Airport Convention Center
711 NW 72nd Ave
Miami, FL 33126
www.animatemiami.com

3 day Anime, Animation and Cosplay Festival in Miami, FL.

Animate! Miami is a NEW convention dedicated to Anime, Animation and Cosplay set for January 18 – 20, 2013 at the Miami Airport Convention Center. Animate! Miami is a 3 day festival that will feature celebrity guests, artists, writers, filmmakers, bands, vendors and exhibitors, as well as hundreds of events, including: celebrity Q&A’s, costume contests, cosplay photo shoots, industry panels, live music, video games and much more! Animate! Miami is organized by the same team that puts on the massive Florida Supercon in Miami each year, and will serve as a second event for fans to enjoy.

Animate! Miami is thrilled to announce the addition of superstar voice actors Andrea Libman, Nicole Oliver and Peter New to the list of guests scheduled to appear at the January 18 – 20, 2013 event! In addition to amazing resumes that include hundreds of cartoons, movies and television credits, Andrea, Nicole and Peter all currently star in the hit animated series, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic. Bronies, Pegasisters and every day fans of My Little Pony will have the chance to meet and interact with the voices of some of their favorite ponies, such as Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Princess Celestia, Cheerilee and Big Macintosh for the first time in Florida!

Animate! Miami is a three day convention and festival dedicated to Anime, Animation and Cosplay that will take place at The Miami Airport Convention Center in Miami, FL. Animate! Miami will feature celebrity guests, artists, writers, filmmakers, bands, vendors and exhibitors, as well as hundreds of events, including: celebrity Q&A’s, costume contests, cosplay photo shoots, industry panels, live music, video games and much more! Animate! Miami is organized by the same team that puts on the massive Florida Supercon in Miami each year, and will serve as a second event for fans to enjoy. The My Little Pony invasion of Animate! Miami will include appearances by stars from the hit series who will be taking part in Q&A’s, autograph sessions and panels, as well as events centered around the world of MLP, such as MLP cosplay photo shoots, MLP cosplay events, fan panels, MLP themed parties / dances, MLP trivia contests and many more to be announced!

Andrea Libman is an actress, voice actress, television writer, and singer best known for her roles in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic (Fluttershy, Pinkie Pie, Pumpkin Cake, Daisy, Rose, Mr. Turnip, Rocky, Sir Lintsalot, Madame LeFlour), Madeline (Madeline), X-Men: Evolution (X-23), My Little Pony G3/G3.5 (Sweetie Belle, Zipzee), My Little Pony: Twinkle Wish Adventure (Sweetie Belle), Maison Ikkoku (Ikuko Otonashi), Dragon Ball (Chi-Chi, Penny), Gundam 00 (Mileina Vashti) and Monster Buster Club (Cathy).

Nicole Oliver is an actress and voice actress best known for her roles in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic (Princess Celestia, Cheerilee, Daisy Jo, Crystal Pony and Rose), Death Note (Naomi Misora), Littlest Pet Shop series (Zoe Trent), X-Men: Evolution (Risty Wilde), He-Man and the Masters of the Universe 2002 (Queen Marlena, The Sorceress of Castle Grayskull), Kung Fu: The Legend Continues (Kelly Blaine), Maison Ikkoku (Kozue’s Mother, Kuroki), Key the Metal Idol (Key), Ranma ½ (Ling-Ling, Lung-Lung, Miyo, Yotaro’s mother), 1001 Nights (Shahrzad) and dozens of more animated and live action shows!

Peter New is an actor and voice actor best known for his roles in My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic (Big Macintosh, Magnum, Jet Set, All Aboard, Persnickety, Doctor Stable, Atlas), Littlest Pet Shop (Sunil Nevla, Angry Motorist, Pet Shop Patron), Mobile Suit Gundam 00 (Ian Vashti), Powerpuff Girls Z (Grubber, Lunk), MegaMan: NT Warrior (AirMan) and InuYasha (Tesso, Chokyukai).

This MLP invasion adds to the already impressive line up of anime and animation guests that includes Monica Rial, Brittney Karbowski, John Swasey, Maggie Flecknoe, Mark X Laskowski and Leraldo Anzaldua.

Monica Rial is a veteran anime voice actress who has starred in High School of the Dead, Soul Eater, Azumanga Daioh, Black Butler, Claymore, Fairy Tail, Full Metal Panic, Gunslinger Girl, Hetalia, Negima, One Piece, Ouran Host Club, School Sergeant Frog, Tsubasa Chronicles, Witchblade, Full Metal Alchemist, Shin Chan, Case Closed, as well as over 250 more anime titles!

Brittney Karbowski is an actress and voice actress with a huge list of credits including starring roles in High School of the Dead, Soul Eater, Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood, Xenosaga, Pani Poni Dash!, Coyote Ragtime Show, Yumeria, Godanner, Gilgamesh, Ouran High School Host Club, Negima!?, Sasami: Magical Girls Club, Air Gear, One Piece, Le Chevalier D’Eon, Claymore, Hell Girl and more!

John Swasey is one of the most prolific anime voice actors and has starred in Evangelion, Halo, Soul Eater, Fullmetal Alchemist, One Piece, Sgt. Frog, Orphen, Kaleido Star, Hakugei: The Legend of Moby Dick, RahXephon, Coyote Ragtime Show and hundreds of more anime titles!

Maggie Flecknoe is an actress, voice actress, writer and producer best known for her starring roles in High School of the Dead, Clanned, Samurai Girls, Pani Poni Dash, Best Student Council, Broken Blade, Comic Party Revolution, Demon King Daimao, Devil May Cry, Ghost Hound, Heaven’s Memo Pad, Kanon, Kiba, Pani Poni Dash!, Project Blue Earth SOS, Red Garden, Shattered Angels, Tokyo Majin, Xam’d Lost Memories and many, many more!

Mark X Laskowski is a prolific anime voice actor known for his starring roles in High School of the Dead, Clanned, Air Gear, Angel Beats!, Angelic Layer, Area 88, Comic Party Revolution, Excel Saga, Godannar, Guyver: The Bio-Boosted Armor, Halo Legends, Kiba, Night Raid 1931, Noir, Papuwa, Pumpkin Scissors, Sister Princess, The Super Dimension Fortress Macross, UFO Ultramaiden Valkyrie, Xam’d Lost Memories and more!

Leraldo Anzaldua is an actor, voice actor and stunt co-ordinator best known for his starring roles in High School of the Dead, Comic Party Revolution, Gatchaman, Kiba, Angel Beats!, Canaan, Demon King Daimao, Ghost Hound, The Guin Saga, Hakuōki, Halo Legends, Legends of the Dark King, Majikoi! – Oh! Samurai Girls, Moeyo Ken, Papuwa, Princess Resurrection, Samurai Girls, Starship Troopers: Invasion, The Super Dimension Fortress Macross, Xam’d: Lost Memories, Xenosaga: The Animation and more!

Some of the amazing events planned for Animate! Miami include:
Q&A’s with all of our attending guests
Fan panels for anime, animation, cosplay and video games.
Industry panels for anime and animation.
Costume Competition with over $1,500 in cash and prizes
Dozens of Cosplay Photo Shoots for cosplayers and photographers
Supercon Championship Wrestling featuring Cobra Commander, The Joker, The Mario Bros., The Geico Caveman and more!
Live Musical Performances
Live Stand Up Comedy
Anime Screenings and Anime Music Videos
Video Game Tournaments
A 50,000 square feet exhibition room with over 200 booths and tables featuring vendors, celebrity guests, artists, filmmakers and exhibits.

Save Dade 18th Annual Halloween Hellrotika: Odyssey Of The Gods 10/27/12

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Save Dade 18th Annual Halloween Hellrotika: Odyssey Of The Gods
October 27th, 2012, Doors open at 8pm.
hellrotikaThe Moore Building
4040 NE 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33137
hellrotika.com

Advance discounted General Admission tickets are $40 until midnight October 22nd and $60 thereafter. Get a one-of-a-kind experience including premium open bar and hors d’oeuvres served in an exclusive VIP area for $150 and limited to only 200 of South Florida’s finest.
Tickets Online

Ticket prices for Hellrotika: Odyssey of the Gods increase October 22nd at midnight. SAVE Dade supporters are invited to purchase discounted tickets now before they’re sold out.

A perfect combination of dance party and costume contest, Hellrotika is an immersive experience that will elevate you into the heavens. Dance among Gods to the latest dance music spun by world class DJs – Pabel Lima, and DJ MIIK.  

All proceeds raised by Hellrotika will fuel SAVE’s efforts in fighting for LGBT equality. 

Miami Finance Forum November CEO Power Breakfast 11/2/12

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Miami Finance Forum November CEO Power Breakfast
Friday, November 2, 7:30 a.m.
Conrad Miami
1395 Brickell Ave.
Miami, FL 33131.
Cost:  Members: $25; Non-members: $65
 RSVP Online  
(Seating is limited, pre-registration is requested.)
Contact:  Elena Djakonova: (866) FF-Miami or Elena@MiamiFinanceForum.com  
 
Finance Professionals Discuss Deal Flow, Hot Industry Sectors And Potential Impact Of The Presidential Election On Private Equity Industry
 
Miami Finance Forum’s CEO Power Breakfast Titled “Private Equity: Industry Outlook & Election Fallout,” 
Moderated by Grant Thornton LLP, Features Speakers from Top Firms 
 
The Miami Finance Forum (MFF) will host a “CEO Power Breakfast” and panel discussion titled, “Private Equity: Industry Outlook & Election Fallout.” The panel, moderated by Scott Mager, partner with Grant Thornton LLP, will provide insights and guidance to financial-services, investment and other business professionals.
Speakers will offer insights and advice on the current private equity landscape in South Florida, hot industry sectors and the potential impact of the presidential election on private equity. 
 
Miami Finance Forum Chairman Carlos Deupi said, “In today’s complex global economy, the Miami Finance Forum is eager to help bring clarity and guidance to the financial services and investment community on the state of private equity in South Florida.”
 
Panel speakers include partners and managing directors from top private equity firms, as well as investment banking and law firms, including:
·       Roman Krislav, Principal, H.I.G. Capital 
·       Joshua Kaye, Partner, DLA Piper
·       Jaime E. Elias, Partner, Trivest 
·       Jeff Settembrino, Partner, Pine Tree Equity Partners, LLC
·       Anthony Polazzi, Managing Director, Sun Capital Partners, Inc.
Added Nick Ferber, MFF president, “We are thrilled about the panel we’ve assembled of thought leaders from some of the most prestigious firms in the private equity space. This will be a very high-level, engaging discussion that will bring significant value for our guests.”

Bal Harbour Launches First "Unscripted" Public Art Program 10/18/12

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Bal Harbour Launches First "Unscripted" Public Art Program
BH ARTCHAT save the date V5Thursday, October 18 at 6:30pm
Neiman Marcus
9700 Collins Avenue
Bal Harbour, FL 33154

Bal Harbour is proud to announce a series of upcoming initiatives as well as the release of limited edition items surrounding its new public art program “Unscripted,” curated by Claire Breukel, an independent curator who has worked on projects around the globe.  Studio visits and art chats to events, documentaries and arts education, have all been designed to support the first “Unscripted” art commission, entitled “Pax Americana” by artist George Sánchez-Calderón.
 
On October 18, Sánchez-Calderón’s highly-anticipated installation will be unveiled. “Pax Americana” draws inspiration from Bal Harbour Village’s history, by reflecting upon the iconography that has collectively defined the archetype of “the American Dream.” Pax Americana includes two installations: an “Americana” sign in front of the new St. Regis Bal Harbour where the famous Americana hotel once stood, as well as “Levittown House,” which symbolizes the prototype of post-war America, that forever changed the American urban and suburban landscape. 
 
Following this official launch, Sánchez-Calderón and prolific arts writer Hunter Braithwaite together with Dr. William L. Bird Jr., Curator of the Division of Political History at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History will host an Art Chat open to the public at Neiman Marcus at Bal Harbour Shops to discuss the inspiration behind Pax Americana and the importance of site responsive public art.  
 
Alongside the winning public art commission will be the release of special limited edition items created by the artist based on his two installations.  Exclusive to this project and individually signed and numbered by the artist, the proceeds of these four sculpture editions will help to fund further Unscripted projects as well as the artist. The limited edition items include only 13 “Gold Levittown Houses” made of dipped metal, 50 White and Wood Levittown Houses and 50 miniature Americana signs in a stainless steel shimmering mirrored sign. 
 
In December, all eyes will be on the destination again as guests of Bal Harbour will receive exclusive access to a studio visit with Sánchez-Calderón during the 11th annual Art Basel Miami Beach, one of the premier art shows in the U.S., that brings together artists and art lovers from around the globe.   Unscripted will also be creating a mini-documentary on the artist and the making of the installations that will be shown during Bal Harbour’s annual Movies on the Beach series.
 
Drawing on the importance of art education from an early age, even the little ones can get a VIP art experience through a special art class at The St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort’s Kids Club taught by Sánchez-Calderón later that month.
 
“We are excited about the launch of “Unscripted,” a Bal Harbour creative project to further the arts in South Florida,” said Carolyn Travis, executive director of tourism, Bal Harbour.   “Through Unscripted, we are giving artists a platform to create ambitious projects while also showcasing Bal Harbour as a cultural and arts destination for global visitors.”
 
Created to support and challenge the artistic talents in South Florida, “Unscripted” is the next step in Bal Harbour’s culture series, which has seen past initiatives such as an innovative and successful Bal Harbour Art Nights, which showcased the work of talented artists alongside the high fashion designs of boutiques at Bal Harbour Shops.
 
“Unscripted” is spearheaded by curator Claire Breukel, who has served on various art-related boards and has curated exhibitions in South Africa, New York, Miami, Vienna and El Salvador. To reach the final decision, she consulted with contemporary art and public art experts including Yvonne Force Villareal, President and Co-Founder of the Art Production Fund; Solita Mishaan, a Bal Harbour resident, collector and member of the International Council for TATE London; and celebrated artists Hernan Bas and Hank Willis Thomas.

Happy Hour – Sake to me – Shokudo – Buena Vista – Mon-Fri – 5:30-7:30pm – 1/2 off all beer, wine & sake glasses, and select wine and sake bottles

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Happy Hour Sake to me at Shokudo
Mon-Fri , 5:30-7:30pm
4740 NE 2nd AVE
Buena Vista MIami FL 33137
www.shokudomiami.com
 
1/2 off all beer, wine & sake glasses, and select wine and sake bottles. 
 
Come and enjoy our secluded sake bar. Perfect for small groups that want an intimate setting.

Billy the Marlin Visits Duffy’s North Miami Beach 10/17/12

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Billy the Marlin Visits Duffy’s North Miami Beach
Wednesday, October 17th, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Duffy’s
3969 163rd Street
North Miami, FL

Miami Marlins’ own Billy the Marlin will be at Duffy’s North Miami Beach location! Bring the family (it’s Wednesday and Kids’ Night on Wednesdays!) from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and enjoy an opportunity for one-on-one interaction and photos with Billy the Marlin! The Marlins have invited a special group of fans that came out to every Sunday game this year. So join in on the celebration!

4th Annual Lily’s Light Kites for a Cure 11/3/12

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4th Annual Lily’s Light: Kites for a Cure
kitesSaturday, November 3, 2012, from noon to 3pm
Tropical Park at Pavilion 10
7900 Southwest 40th Street
Miami, FL 33155 
Register Online

We have snacks from Whole Foods, coconut water from Vitacoco, great raffle prizes and some more fun for the kids.  We hope you can make it out this year.

Please join us at the 4th Annual Lily’s Light: Kites for a Cure®  an extraordinary family event in honor of Lily Plaza.

Lily passed away on January 3, 2008, after a 2 ½ year battle with lung cancer.  She was 61 years old when she died and had never smoked a day in her life.

Lily’s Light: Kites for a Cure® will gather families and friends together to enjoy a beautiful afternoon,  while bringing greater lung cancer awareness to the South Florida area.

With a $25.00 donation, you will receive a kite you can decorate at the event.

Zimmerman’s Second Annual Livelong After Party 10/19/12

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Zimmerman’s Second Annual Livelong After Party
Friday, October 19, 7-10pm
LIVELONG AFTER PARTY CardPosh Lounge
110 N. Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Tickets are just $10.
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Raffles, cocktails & yummy treats benefitting Lance Armstrong Foundation
 
Every purchased ticket gives you a specialty cocktail and the chance  to walk home with great prizes for the health conscious person. 
 
Additional raffle tickets are just $2 each, or an arm’s length for $15 (you do not have to be present to win, but you must print your phone number on each ticket) 
 
50/50 raffle
Other awesome raffle prizes:
1 Month Unlimited Classes At Bee Hive Fitness
3 Athletic Coaching Sessions At Dog House Cycling
Free Shoes ($100 Value Toward Shoes) From Runners Depot
$100 Gift Certificate From Trek Bicycle
$160 Gift Certificate From South Florida Crossfit
5 Free Classes ($90 Value) At The Barkan Method
3 1- Month La Fitness Memberships ($89 Value)
$50 Gift Certificate From Juice And Java 
Sofie Sunglasses From Big Wheel Cycles 
Intro To Climbing/Belay Class For Two At Coral Cliffs ($84.80 Value)
$100 Gift Certificate From Orange Theory Fitness Avenutra

ONEfest: A Florida Rock The Vote Event 10/21/12

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ONEfest: A Florida Rock The Vote Event
vote_brSunday, October 21st 2012, 4 PM – 2 AM
DADA Restaurant & Lounge
52 Swinton Ave.
Downtown Delray, Fl. 561 330-3232

FREE Admission/All Ages Event

Dada of Delray, Human Being Talent Agency, Romaco Entertainment LLC, Dream House Studios, Creati Digital Arts Media, Pokoloko TV, Brothers Collective, Wilson Media, in association with Rock The Vote.Org Proudly Present ONEfest: A Florida Rock The Vote Event
Many minds, many talents, many voices…with One vision: Vote!
 
On the eve of the final presidential debate to be held at Lynn University before this history making election, we invite you to come out and be a part of something amazing as many of Florida’s hottest talented acts come together to raise awareness through song, lyric, verse and flow of the importance of making a difference with their vote. 
ONEfest is a Free to the public, All Ages, Non Partisan event.

Performing Live on Stage
Outside Main Stage: 
The Butchers, Rich Kid Sound System, Brothers Collective, Level, 1000 Fuegos, Anthony Q, Mercury Wolff, Behind The Houses, Kingdoms & Crowns, Rude Boy Da’ Nice Guy
 
Inside the Lyricist Lounge:
X-Factor’s: Kendra Williams
George Tandy Jr., A’dore, Eric Biddines , Cush Arrue, Jean Verite, D.N.A. Fam, Circle Clique, 
Alonso The Poet, 
Suzette Sunshine Moodie, Blondie C., 
Matthew Spoken Nye, Abasi Hanif
*Rock the Vote Jam Cypha @Midnight*
 
Live Speed Painting Art by Kirsten L. George 
www.klgeorge.com 
 
*Hosted by Chris Da’imperial
*Public Speakers throughout the day and evening
For more info on this event please contact Chris Da’Imperial 
754-214-6024
 
We hope to see you there and thanks for Rockin’ The Vote!
http://rockthevote.org

HalloWynwood 10/27/12

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HalloWynwood
Saturday, October 27th, 6pm – Midnight
HWinviteThe Armory Studios
572 NW 23rd Street
Wynwood FL 33127
Register Now @ www.hallowynwood.com
 
Parade & Costume Contest
– Killer Koncert Series: Headlined by Beatmachines & Krisp
– Magical Marketplace: By 305 Green
– Haunted Gallery: By Miami’s Independent Thinkers
– Pop – Up Highlights: Ramona Love & her Hoops
– "Tricks n Treats": all participants in the costume contest / parade plus all kids get a gift bag with caramel corn provided by Kilwin’s Chocolatier on Lincoln Rd. SOBE and a pinata of treats from other Wicked vendors
– Disgustingly Delicious Costume Prizes: hair cuts, store and restaurant gift cards from even more of the Wicked 
– Bar with all sorts of Bloody Brews and Creepy Cocktails
 
Hosted by Niki EM

We evolve and so does our life expanding to involve all types of people of all kinds and ages. What attracts us to Art Walk? . . . could it be that the borders between our differences begin to melt away being replaced by a desire to create?
This is the environment we empower; a creative space where young and old alike as well as peoples of all walks of life are free to be … ; and during what better festivity than Halloween to set the stage for this to happen?! What neighborhood could be more creative and inviting to crowds than Wynwood?!
 
As Twilight Turns Into Dusk, then night, stay on – this is an evening of concerts, games, costume contest and festivities for creatives of all ages to enjoy!!!
 
Get in a scary mood, put on a hood – all the clothes you never thought you could… 
Ba a part of the art, DJ’s, food trucks’s, body painting, pumping heart
Halloween, you’re the queen accessorizing, everything you’ve ever seen
bouncing castle, costumes – balloons; Surprises. Surprises and Tunez!
 
Halloween is here, before you know it - 
It’s day for us all! Come out = Show it!
1st time in the hood; descending upon Wynwood
Put your "suit" on, Get your Spook-On at Hallowynwood!
 
Your freakiest costume, your funkiest gear; 
Get creative, discover your native, join us to hear . . . 
The best music, and voices we’ll defiantly make noises
Be a part of the art – pop up – from the start
 
More Freaky details to be unearthed . . .  
Looking forward . Evolution . Music – Art – Fashion – Dance – Design – Culture / Miami

Rodez Art Gallery Presents Carlos Manuel Cárdenes 11/3/12

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Rodez Art Gallery Presents Carlos Manuel Cárdenes Opening Night
CMCNovember 3, 2012, 7-10pm
CocoWalk
3015 Grand Ave., Suite 237
Coconut Grove, FL 33133

In a Solo Exhibit Titled: “Perception Through the Lens: Journey of a Photographer”
On view: November 3 – 26, 2012
 
An eye for the world…
 
The remarkable photographs of Carlos Manuel Cárdenes in this exhibition combine the best elements of the styles current from the 1960’s until the present.
 
From stirring portraits to captured moments in history to sublime landscapes, these works astound, intrigue, and mystify. They have a poetic quality that invites highly personal interpretations making viewers see the world anew.
 
What makes a photographic masterpiece? It might be a perfectly balanced still life, bathed in natural light. It might be a stirring portrait or a captured moment of history or a sublime landscape. The photographs in this exhibition share a special, intangible quality that sets them apart from others.
 
We are pleased to participate in the rediscovery of these important works.
 
The vernissage will be held on Saturday, November 3, 2012 during Coconut Grove Gallery Walk from 7 to 10 p.m.

Ignite Miami #2 10/25/12

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Ignite Miami #2
Thursday, October 25, 2012, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
ignitemiamiThe Stage
170 NE 38th St
Miami, FL 33137
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Doors open half an hour before the show, event runs till 9:30pm.
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30% Discount using code “SoulofMiami”.

It is a 21+ event – you can buy beer and drinks at the show.

Lineup:
Jeff Sass
Vanessa Scotto
Sam Van Leer
Daniel Lafuente
Perry “the Inventor” Kaye
Chad Oppenheim
Alex Wall
David Yakobovitch
Adriana Serna
Marc Enriquez and
Kone Abdoulaye

If you had 5 minutes on stage, what would you say?
What is Ignite?
Ignite is a night of presentations on a variety of topics, with a twist. Each presentation has 20 slides that automatically advance every 15 seconds. It is a worldwide movement, and Miami is hosting our second on Thursday, October 25th at 7pm at the cozy and funky club The Stage in the Design District.

We are a volunteer run geek event that puts on some pretty fresh events. Ticketing is paperless, just come to the theater with your ID. When the tickets are gone, they are really, really gone. So since you’re here, you should buy one.

What is it like?
16 artists, technologists, entrepreneurs, and philosophers will deliver their 5-minute presentations. The talks are funny, interesting, nerdy, quick and from the heart.

What is the ticket for?
The ticket gets you in and makes sure we have a namebadge for you.  We are also sponsoring some drinks at the bar when the doors open at 6:30pm!  There are quite a few costs associated with putting on an event this large (with 300 people expected!).  We think $20 sounds nice and good.  Can’t afford it or rather barter for your goods?  Drop us a line and we can have you volunteer for your ticket!  contact@ignitemiami.com

Andy Murray and Andy Roddick Headline First Annual Miami Tennis Cup 11/30/12-12/2/12

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Andy Murray and Andy Roddick Headline First Annual Miami Tennis Cup
Andy Murray US Open TrophyNovember 30th – December 2nd, 2012
Crandon Park Tennis Center
7300 Crandon Boulevard
Key Biscayne, FL 33149

www.miamitenniscup.com
www.facebook.com/miami-tennis-cup
Twitter @miamitenniscup. 

The highly anticipated competition is the first of its kind to launch in the U.S. and receives its inauguration in South Florida, featuring six of today’s top ranked ATP professionals, including an exclusive appearance by U.S. Open Champion and British Olympic Gold Medalist, Andy Murray, and French Open Champion Juan Carlos Ferrero, the former world number one player from Spain.  The tournament will also be a tribute to the iconic career of Florida resident, Andy Roddick, who will also be participating as part of his homecoming farewell tour. The “Super Six” clash of the titans will play in a double-elimination, round robin tournament format that will also feature ATP heavyweights Nicolás Almagro (ESP), Alejandro Falla (COL) and top ranked American, John Isner.   All matches played throughout the three-day tournament will take place on the stadium court at Crandon Park and will be broadcast LIVE by ESPN3.  More than 7,000 spectators are expected to attend each day.

The coveted stadium court at Crandon Park Tennis Center in Key Biscayne, Florida, home to the annual “Fifth Grand Slam,” will see a unique transformation from the traditional purple and green colors – a complete makeover that will be created especially for the Miami Tennis Cup.  Spectators will witness world-ranked players slugging it out on the first ever white stadium court, complete with red lines, painted within a blue area that will surround the court.  The first red, white and blue stadium court will be developed purposely for the three-day tournament, to commemorate the emblematic colors of our nation’s flag.
 
“We are pleased to announce the first annual Miami Tennis Cup, a premium and world class competition featuring today’s most exciting top-ranked players,” said Julian Wortelboer, President and CEO of Group NOS.  “We are honored to have not only some of the most iconic tennis professionals competing, but some of the most legendary individuals from the world of sport – including an Olympic Gold medal winner, a U.S. Open champion and a French Open champion.  With our introduction of the first ever stadium court in white, our signature colors will make the spectator experience unlike any other and establish Miami Tennis Cup as a must-see event each year on the world tennis calendar.”
The tournament will see all six players competing in a double-elimination tournament format within two round robin groups.  Each match will be the best of three sets.  The number one seed (Andy Murray) and number two seed (Andy Roddick) will receive an automatic bye in to the semi-final.  The remaining four players will be drawn against each other for a place in the semi-final, with the initial matches starting on stadium court at 7:00pm on Friday, November 30th.  The first semi-final match will commence on stadium court at 5:00pm on Saturday, December 1st.  The emerging winner from Sunday’s final will take the coveted title as the first ever champion of the Miami Tennis Cup, for which a cash prize and trophy will be presented on stadium court by a surprise celebrity legend from the world of tennis.
 
Daily Match Schedule
Stadium Court, Crandon Park Tennis Center
 
Friday, November 30th, 2012
7:00pm: John Isner vs. Juan Carlos Ferrero
8:30pm: Nicolás Almagro vs. Alejandro Falla
 
Saturday, December 1st, 2012
5:00pm:  Winner of John Isner vs. Juan Carlos Ferrero to play Andy Murray
6:30pm:  Winner of Nicolás Almagro vs. Alejandro Falla to play Andy Roddick
 
Sunday, December 2nd, 2012
5:00pm: Final on Stadium Court
7:00pm: Trophy presentation on Stadium Court
 
On Saturday, December 1st and Sunday, December 2nd, a USTA sanctioned 12 and Under tournament will take place, starting at 8:00am until 3:00pm, as part of a weekend-long Family Day series of fun-filled activity, taking place on courts one and two.  Parents are invited to register their kids on-site at Crandon Park Tennis Center.
 
To commemorate the inaugural year of the Miami Tennis Cup, additional events outside Key Biscayne will include an official VIP Dinner, followed by an invitation-only Players Party, taking place in Miami Beach at the Official Hotel for the Miami Tennis Cup, on the evening of Saturday, December 1st.
 
Tickets for the first annual Miami Tennis Cup, taking place November 30th – December 2nd, at Crandon Park Tennis Center in Key Biscayne, FL., are now available through Ticketmaster starting at $50 (general admission).  A three-day pass starts at $118 (300 Level – general admission).  Tickets prices may vary and are subject to availability. 
 
Miami Tennis Cup has formed an inaugural partnership with the non-profit charity organization Shake-A-Leg Miami and a portion of all proceeds from tickets sales will be donated to Gulliver schools.

Argentina’s Group NOS, one of South America’s leading producers of brand-immersive experiences in the sports and entertainment industry, has announced the first annual Miami Tennis Cup. The 2012 Miami Tennis Cup is produced by Group NOS in association with CMN Sports.

Revolution Celebrates 8th Year With George Clinton 10/25/12

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Revolution Celebrates 8th Year With George Clinton
Thursday, October 25th, Doors open at 8PM. 
Revolution Live
100 SW Third Avenue
Ft. Lauderdale
Tickets are $26.00 in advance and $28.00 day of show. 
www.jointherevolution.net

Join us and George Clinton for a real party time celebration! Help us blow out the candles for our Eighth Anniversary!

Revolution Live, South Florida’s #1 live music and entertainment venue, celebrates its Eighth Anniversary on Thursday, October 25th with a special performance by George Clinton and Parliament/Funkadelic.  
 
For the past eight years, Revolution Live has been bringing, on a continuing basis, more live music, new and emerging acts, top performing names and old favorites than any other venue in South Florida.  From Lady Gaga and Katy Perry to Pink, My Chemical Romance and Arctic Monkeys, there have and will continue to be something for everyone on the stage at Revolution Live.

Arte Venezolano en Miami 2nd anniversary of the Bird Road Art Walk Celebration and Opening Reception 10/20/12

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Arte Venezolano en Miami 2nd anniversary of the Bird Road Art Walk Celebration and Opening Reception 10/20/12
Saturday, October 20th from 7:00pm to 11:00pm
image001Arte Venezolano en Miami
7432 SW 42 Street
Miami, 33155

Arte Venezolano en Miami, invites you to celebrate the 2nd anniversary of the Bird Road Art Walk with them in conjunction with the opening of a new solo exhibition featuring Venezulean master, Armando Cuaulma. Opening Reception

Jazzonian Presents 2nd Annual Exceptional Young Jazz Leaders Band Festival 10/27/12

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Jazzonian presents 2nd Annual Exceptional Young Jazz Leaders Band Festival
Saturday, October 27th, 2012, 11 AM to 4:00 PM
The Bienes Center for the Arts
St. Thomas Aquinas High School
2801 S.W. 12th St.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
www.jazzonian.org

Admission: $10 p/p
Kids Free

Today we proudly bequeath and entrust the future of Jazz in the capable hands of South Florida’s best and brightest Young Jazz Leaders!   Jazzonian is extremely pleased to recognize our 2012 Young Jazz Leaders Band Festival Honorees: Allen Kanovski and Florence Eisenberg (RIP). 

Thank You to our generous sponsors: Blue Jean Blues, Bienes Center for the Arts, Minute Marketing Productions  
Media Supporter: Radio Esperanza 1550 AM 
All proceeds from this event will benefit Jazzonian Young Jazz Leaders Scholarship education fund.

2012 Exceptional Young Jazz Leaders Band Festival  
Master of Ceremony: Mr. James Chism, VP of Jazzonian; Executive Director of the Exceptional Young Jazz Leaders Band Festival  
 
11 AM – 11:45 
Florida Atlantic University – Jazz Ensemble 
Derrick Newbold- sax 
Chris Lopez- drums 
Sophie Matera- vocals 
Christian Davis- guitar 
Jesse Lezcano- piano 
John Provenzano-Clarinet and Sax 
Jordan Duke-sax 
Adam Merkt-bass  
Dr. Tim Walter, Director  
 
12 – 12:45 PM 
Dreyfoos School of the Arts – Jazz in Six 
Holden Ross, tenor sax 
David Lacy, alto sax 
Adesh Balraj, trumpet 
Ben Batalla, piano 
Vince Moore, bass 
Tyson Jackson, drums 
Pedro Hernandez, Director  
 
12:45 – 1 PM 
Comments from Jazzonian Founder and President Bobby Ramirez – Keynote address by Honoree Mr. Allen Kanonvsky 
 
1:15 – 2 PM
Have You Seen Miss Rios
Andrew Forman – Guitar-Atlantic High School
Zoe Fromer – Vocals-Atlantic High School
Sebastian Rios-Bass-Miami Beach Senior High
Murph Aucamp- Dreyfoos School of the Arts
 
2:15 – 3 PM
Parkway Middle School of the Arts – SOTA Jazz Combo
Jake Pardo- Leader, Guitar, Clarinet
Rashaan Salaam- Trombone
Henry Ulett-Vargas- Piano
Justin Osbourne- Bass
Jelani Hamilton- Drums
Jamesly Jeanmary- Drums
Diron Holloway, Band Director
 
3:15 – 4 PM
The MH Project
Markus Howell – Alto Saxophone
Ben Stocker – Tenor Saxophone
Max Boiko -Trumpet 
Zack Auslander – guitar 
Chris Mills – Bass 
Charlie Steiner – Drums
 
The Young Jazz Leaders Scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to promising young high school and college level Jazz musicians with the goal of inspiring individuals to become high achievers, developing future leaders in the community, empowering the next generation of Jazz musicians, and nurturing young fans of this artform.
 
"The story of Jazz (as is music and art) is a window to the human experience which enables each person to achieve his/her full potential. In that spirit, Jazz has the potential to inspire in the form of creativity, positive self-esteem, overcoming adversity, freedom of expression, leadership, and exceptionalism."

Timeless Records Presents Bobby V, Lil Scrappy, Noreaga, and Pleasure P Live at Club Mekka for the Birthday Celebration of CEO Rasheed Ali 10/25/12

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Timeless Records Presents Bobby V., Lil Scrappy, Noreaga, and Pleasure P Live at Club Mekka for the Birthday Celebration of CEO Rasheed Ali
Thursday, October 25, 2012 11:00 PM
Club Mekka
950 Northeast 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33132
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Pre-sale tickets are $20-$30 available at www.ezvip.com/noes5

Timeless Records presents an exclusive night of Hip Hop, R&B, Latin, and House music. Miami’s top DJs will be spinning the hottest tracks in three themed rooms. A lineup of celebrities including Bobby V., Lil Scrappy, Noreaga, and Pleasure P who will all take the stage for the birthday celebration of the year for Timeless fearless leader and CEO Rasheed Ali. Step out in your Halloween best for a chance to be recognized as the “Best Costume of 2012” and rewarded a cash prize.

Bobby V: R&B sensation, Bobby V, released his self-titled debut album in 2005 on Ludacris’s Disturbing Tha Peace/Island Def Jam label which reached #3 on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart. The success of his album can be largely attributed to his single, “Slow Down,” which spent four consecutive weeks at the number one spot on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. Bobby V has collaborated with several Grammy award winning artists, such as Lil Wayne on “Mrs. Officer” and Ludacris on “Pimpin’ All Over the World.”

Lil Scrappy: Def Jam recording artist, Lil Scrappy, is best known for his hit singles, “Money In the Bank,” and “No Problem” which both reached the Top 30 on the Billboard Hot 100. He is currently the star of the popular VH1 reality show, “Love & Hip-Hop” which will be filming live during the event.

Noreaga aka N.O.R.E: Rap legend, Noreaga, started off his career as part of the duo Capone-N-Noreaga. His status as a legend was earned when his solo albums “N.O.R.E” and “God’s Favorite” both reached platinum status and the #3 spot on the Billboard 200 Albums Chart. His hit “Nothin’” reached #10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became N.O.R.E.’s highest charting single.

Pleasure P: Before embarking on a successful solo career in 2007, Pleasure P experienced great acclaim as a member of the group, Pretty Ricky. His upcoming album is titled “Marcus Cooper” and is scheduled to be released later this year. This will be the first album off of his new record deal withE1 Music.

Shifta: Shifta’s sound can be best described as Caribbean fusion, a distinctive blend of Miami house mixed with Jamaican dance hall. Shifta has been on the road touring across the nation; KPAT, KBFM, KHTT, and WHYI are just a few of the stations that became early believers and added Shifta to the lineup. Shifta’s track “Live It Up” reached #75 on the National Rhythmic Chart.

Beam Me Up Halloween Event 10/27/12

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Beam Me Up Halloween Event
Saturday, October 27th, 2012, 9pm-3am
Studio 743
743 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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Tickets: Limited Early Bird tix $15 | At The Door $20.
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Together w/ Veni Vidi Vici, Sweat Records & Spinello Projects.
Go back to the future to the swinging Space Age era – 1965; Where Paco Rabanne and Pierre Cardin ruled the galactic runway…

9pm-10pm complimentary cocktails.

Ess & Emm | Mister Drake | Lolo | The Kid | Bonnie Beats | Smeejay
TM SISTERS Installation and Live Video Mixing
SuperMarket’s Infamous Vignette: ‘Land on the Moon’ with photographer STIAN ROENNING.
Photo backdrop illustrated by JESSY NITE
Dos Equis | Societe Perrier | Herradura | Stash Wardrobe | Miami’s Independent Thinkers | TARA, Ink. | PingUp | kyrogenifex | Contesta Rock Hair | Soul of Miami
Twitter Hashtag: #beammeup
Must be 21+

SuperMarket Creative will transform Studio 743’s special event space into the location for its highly anticipated “Beam Me Up” Halloween costume bash on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012. Located in the heart of South Beach, the event space boasts a futuristic appeal that is reminiscent of space age architecture, making it the ideal venue for the occasion. The mod and electro interpretation of the late 1960s will take you back to the future to experience the ‘swinging space age’ era. For seven consecutive years, SuperMarket Creative, along with partners Veni Vidi Vici, Sweat Records, Spinello Projects, has produced the most anticipated Halloween party in Miami with its annual era-themed events. This year, the company is joined by Miami tastemakers including but not limited to: Miami’s Independent Thinkers, TARA, Ink., Contesta Rock Hair, Kryogenifex and Soul of Miami.

Guests will experience a fashion-forward space disco atmosphere, posing alongside SuperMarket’s famous ‘Land on the Moon’-inspired vignette, which has proven to be one of the fete’s most popular features, photographed by Stian Roenning. A photo backdrop illustrated by Jessy Nite, will serve as an artistic alternative to a step-and-repeat. The studio will feature retro-galactic and futuristic live video, mixed with a Tron-like decorative installation by Monica and Tasha Lopez De Victoria (known as the TM Sisters), curated by Anthony Spinello, Spinello Projects. DJs for the evening include Ess & Emm, Mister Drake, Lolo, Bonnie Beats and The Kid with a slew of local guest acts. Patrons will enjoy complimentary Dos Equis and Herradura cocktails from 9 to 10 p.m.

Stash Wardrobe Rental* (featured in Sex & The City) is the official costume retailer for “Beam Me Up” and will offer eccentric couture costumes for party-goers to channel their inner Paco Rabanne or Pierre Cardin. All costumes are welcome and guests will be entered into a costume contest in which a prize valued at $500 will be awarded to the most memorable costume of the night. PingUp, the leader in text-to-business communication, will grant additional cocktails to guests who “ping” their attendance at the party (http://pingup.com).

*Guests will receive a 10 percent costume rental discount if they choose to rent their costume from Stash Wardrobe Rentals, as well as 15 percent off cuts and styles by Contesta Rock Hair.

Ayama Yoga Teen Nutrition Workshop with Licensed Nutritionist Rachael Richardson 10/28/12

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Ayama Yoga Teen Nutrition Workshop with Licensed Nutritionist Rachael Richardson
October 28, 2012, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Ayama Yoga Center                         
2250 NE 163rd St., Suite 3C
North Miami Beach, FL 33160                   
*Free parking available
Tickets are just $25 per individual, $35 for two or $50 for a family up to four.
Go to www.ayamayoga.com/events/ to register or call 305.932.7755 for more info.

Local teens and their families are invited to tackle nutrition issues with licensed nutritionist and founder of Nutrolution Rachael Richardson, RD, LD/N at Ayama Yoga Center on October 28th from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. 

Guests will enjoy food samples by Julio’s Natural Foods and an educational seminar focusing on how healthy eating and avoiding artificial foods can enhance academic, athletic and social performance.

“Think nutrition 101 for a healthier generation,” says Richardson who aims to empower teens to take control of their bodies by teaching them the benefits of eating well and staying active. 

With more 10 years of experience as a registered dietician, Richardson will lead an interactive workshop that will cover various topics including: nutrition myths and marketing hype, cellular nutrition, “real” versus “fake” foods, top nutrition tips and how to plan simple, healthy meals.

Stirring Up the Arts Fashion and Art Show 10/20/12

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Stirring Up the Arts Fashion and Art Show
October 20, 7pm Cocktail hour. Shows starts at 8pm
stirringLMNT
59 nw 36th street
Miami, Fl 33127

Admission: $10
For tickets click here
For more information please call 786-366-8898 or 786-499-6880

Dress code: Fashionable

Sponsors:
LMNT
CatWalk Pros
Makeup by Patti Roman for Motives by Loren Ridinger
Hair by Sarah Robinson

Stirring Up the Arts held an event on July 26th, 2012 in Midtown Miami and it was a great success so we decided to do it again with a fashion show! Stirring Up the Arts Fashion and Art Show. Participants are Love Culture, Kariza Designs, Bombshell Boutique, Swanky Shoe Fetish Boutique, Circa 24 and Morgan Girl Boutique. Come and enjoy a great night of fashion, shopping and meeting new people. Complimentary appetizers and champagne for the cocktail hour ladies! See you there! Pop up shops by Kariza, The Bombshell Boutique and Swanky Shoe Fetish Boutique.

The Boudoir Diaries Ball with Exhibition by Howard Austin Feld and Christine Alfaro 10/31/12

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The Boudoir Diaries Ball with Exhibition by Howard Austin Feld and Christine Alfaro 
Oct. 31st, 2012, Doors open at 9:00 pm
The_boudoir_HalloweenLMNT Gallery
59 NW 36th St.
Miami, Fl. 33127
$5-Valet Parking available
No Cover before 11pm

Halloween’s Sexiest Party In Miami
DJ / Two Bars / Dancers / Vip Tables / Photo Exhibition
Live Boudoir Photo Shoot with  Howard Austin Feld & Christine Alfaro

Drink Specials All Night Long
Complimentary Drinks 9-11pm

Sexy Boudoir or Halloween Attire Encouraged!
 
Reserve Tables with Bottle service by email, info@L-M-N-T.com / 305-989-6963
Chrisitiana@MaximsEvents.com / 954-707-0715

Don’t miss this Spectacular Event & Final Night’s Exhibition  
Presented by L-M-N-T Gallery / Maxim’s Events / Live It Productions

2nd Annual Burgerliscious Burger Festival in Coral Gables 11/8/12

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2nd Annual Burgerliscious Burger Festival
Thursday, November 8 from 6 – 10:00pm
Fred B. Hartnett Ponce Circle Park
2810 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL
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Tickets:
General Admission is $50 and includes 6 “sliders” and two Samuel Adams beers.
VIP tickets are $100 and includes unlimited “sliders” and two Samuel Adams beers, as well as access to the Jack Daniels VIP Lounge.
Tickets are currently available online at www.burgerliscious.com.

Bonafide burger aficionados will be able to sink their teeth into gourmet burgers made by more than twenty of Coral Gables’ premier restaurants.  The festival also kicks-off Miami Live Music Month (www.livemiamimusic.com), a premier program of the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau. Energetic entertainment presented by The Stage will feature DJ Mayner and Mad World Orchestra.

“Burgerliscious was inspired by the very best in burgers and to remind everyone that food can be both flavorful and fun – as well as a reason to gather as a community,” said Mark A. Trowbridge, President and CEO of The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce. “Our burger festival is designed to position Coral Gables as a foodie mecca, no matter your style, budget or gastronomic cravings.  It is about more than meat and cheese and bacon and toppings; it is about the experience.”

Participating Coral Gables restaurants include (to date):
·       1862 Room at the Westin Colonnade Coral Gables, The Café @ Coral Gables | Books & Books, Burger and Beer Joint, Christy’s Restaurant, Coral Gables Senior High School Culinary Arts Academy, Crave, Pao Town, Pincho Factory, Rok:Brgr, Route 9,  Seasons 52, Shake Shack, Shula’s 347 Grill, Sushi Maki, Tarpon Ben Raw Bar & Grill, Angelique Euro Café,  John Martin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, Morton’s the Steakhouse, The Bar
Meat alternatives (veggie and fish options) will be available for those with restricted diets.

The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce, Samuel Adams and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau have partnered to present this appetizing event to the public. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will also benefit the Coral Gables Community Foundation to help support local small businesses.
BURGERLISCIOUS is sponsored by Sam Adams, the City of Coral Gables, Brown-Forman Beverages, the Naked Grape, and The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce.

Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation Masquerade Ball 10/27/12

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Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation Masquerade Ball
Saturday, October 27, 7:30pm
JW Marriott Marquis Miami
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way
Miami, FL 33131

www.mchf.org/DiamondBall
contact Jeanne Kushner at 786.624.2986 or jkushner@mchf.org.

The Diamond Ball – Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation’s annual signature gala and South Florida’s grandest charity event pays tribute to the Hospital’s grateful patients, world-class physicians and generous philanthropists. The spectacular themed black-tie affair features entertainment, a sensational silent auction and much more.

The Diamond Ball ranks among the top fundraisers in Florida (BizBash) and is recognized by society’s elite as the launch of the South Florida gala season. The event attracts an esteemed group of business, community and philanthropic notables with strong international connections and a common bond of making a difference in the lives of children.

Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation (MCH Foundation) President & CEO Lucy Morillo-Agnetti announced that Grammy-Award Winning artist Gloria Gaynor will be inducted into the Ambassador David M. Walters International Pediatric Hall of Fame via special video salute at Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation’s 2012 Diamond Ball: A Frosted Masquerade Affair.

The gala will feature Daymond John, Founder & CEO of FUBU and Star of ABC’s Shark Tank, as Master of Ceremonies, with entertainment by the Drew T Band.

Guests of the Diamond Ball will be the first to see the world premiere of the Bald, Brave, Beautiful™ I Will Survive music video, which Gaynor recorded with Miami Children’s Hospital patients and supporters to raise funds to help find a cure and provide hope to children facing cancer.

“We are proud to honor Gloria for her support of our beloved hospital and the patients and families we serve,” said Lucy Morillo-Agnetti, President & CEO of Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation. “We are excited to salute her work as we kick off the social season in style.”

Named after the first Chairman and President of MCH Foundation, the Ambassador David M. Walters International Pediatric Hall of Fame was created in 1986 to recognize and honor individuals who have made significant contributions to the health and happiness of children everywhere. It is the highest honor bestowed by MCH Foundation.

Gaynor will join an exclusive group of legendary children’s advocates, including: Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Barbara and Jack Nicklaus, Dwyane Wade, Beyoncé Knowles, Walt Disney and Audrey Hepburn, among others.

Gaynor was selected for her work on behalf of children, not just in her own backyard, but on a global scale. For years, she has supported a variety of leading children’s causes and other philanthropic organizations.

The 2012 Diamond Ball Committee is led by Chairs Marile and Jorge Luis Lopez and International Chairs Ravneet and Anand Chowdhury.

Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation’s annual signature gala – and South Florida’s grandest charity event – the Diamond Ball pays tribute to the Hospital’s grateful patients, world-class physicians and generous philanthropists. The spectacular themed, elegant, black-tie affair features entertainment, a sensational silent auction and much more. The gala attracts an esteemed group of business, society and philanthropic notables with strong international connections and a common bond of making a difference in the lives of children.     

Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art Present Social Influencers TC Launch Party and Beats After Sunset 11/2/12

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Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art Present Social Influencers TC Launch Party and Beats After Sunset
November 2, 2012, 6-8pm
Bass Museum Of Art
2100 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art are excited to bring you a special night of art and social media!

The night starts at 6pm with a unique launch party for our guests. We will be joined by the art/tech group LAB Miami.
Entry is complimentary, but you must RSVP:
 RSVPs ARE NOW CLOSED

The Launch Party celebrates the opening of TC: Temporary Contemporary and will include:
* 6 – 6:45 guests will arrive, mingle and begin the Duvel beer tasting. At this time, the microphone will be set up with the speakers on the terrace.
* 6:30 Silvia will speak about the project, what is tc: temporary contemporary and why tc fits with the Bass Museum of Art mission.
* 6:40 Chelsea to speak about the selection process of artists and public installation process
* 6:45 tour begins in Collins Park with Susan Philipsz then moves to Michael Linares piece then Cristina Lei Rodriguez piece at Walgreens – where Cristina will be stationed to speak more about her work and her involved in this exhibition. The tour will then go to the gas station, then back to the Bass Museum of Art for the final two installations on the building
* Complimentary admission to Beats After Sunset (8-11pm) with special promotional card distributed at the launch event.
* Bring your walking (and dancing) shoes!
* Follow along with Hashtag: #tempcontemp

Beats After Sunset 8pm-11pm
That is followed at 8pm with the exciting monthly Beats After Sunset art party. All attendees to the Launch Party will get in free to Beats! (Normally $10)
Beats After Sunset includes complimentary drinks, energetic music, admission to the museum and lots of great socializing.

About TC: Temporary Contemporary
TC: Temporary Contemporary is a city-wide temporary, public art program initiated by the Bass Museum of Art in partnership with the City of Miami Beach. This program seeks to activate the urban landscape with art, surprising and engaging residents, visitors and passers-by with outdoor works of art in unexpected places. Sculpture, murals, sound installations, video and other interactive works of art, will interrupt people’s daily routines and encourage thoughtful interactions with the city and its communities. Public art becomes a catalyst to appreciate the unique character of Miami Beach from the Art Deco façade of the Bass Museum to Frank Gehry’s New World Symphony, to the busy streets and boardwalk and the spaces in between.

Exhibitions on view:
*UNNATURAL

*bass museum of art | selections from the collection in conversation with works by janine antoni, michele oka doner, rimma gerlovina & valeriy gerlovin, ana mendieta, anne olofsson, manny prieres and peter voulkos

*Egyptian Gallery

*Guest DJ, mixologist and complimentary specialty cocktails (21+). After party in partnership with CHALK.

For more info: call 305.673.7530

Key Largo Songfest 10/19/12-10/20/12

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Key Largo Songfest
October 19 & 20, 2012, 6-10pm
KeyLargoSongfestBayside Grille
99530 Overseas Highway
Key Largo, FL 33037

Sharkey’s Pub and Galley
522 Caribbean Dr
Key Largo, FL 33037

The Pilot House
13 Seagate Blvd
Key Largo, FL 33037
www.keylargosongfest.com

The Downtown Key Largo Association will host an elite group of Nashville songwriters at three different venues simultaneously for live cultural entertainment of some of today’s greatest songwriters including Nashville Hall of Fame songwriters, Pat Alger and Hugh Prestwood. Bayside Grille, Sharkey’s Pub and Galley and The Pilot House have come together to create Key Largo’s Happy Hour Trail to welcome both local and national music acts. 

The festival will feature an eclectic range of genres from jazz, blues, rock and country to the latest pop.

The event is sponsored by the Key Largo Downtown Association, ASCAP Music Licensing and Ketel One Vodka.

(Information courtesy Jazz Blues Florida)

Local Waters Business Networking Event 10/17/12

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Nicole A. Waters Local Business Networking Event
Wednesday, October 17th, 2012 from 5 to 8p.m.
Villa 221
221 Northeast 17th Street
Miami, FL 33132

In an effort to cultivate local businesses through networking, Nicole Waters, Career Navigator, will be hosting a business fair. The event, titled “Local Waters,” will feature over 20 local businesses for promotion and marketing while integrating food, drink and music for the public.

“I personally and strongly support small business which is where this idea stemmed from. When I started talking with my favorite businesses about it, before I knew it, I had 20 companies pledging support of the business fair,” stated Waters.  “This event is live social media and where a business fair might seem a little old school, the people in business who are creative in their marketing efforts are not. They are real people. The bottom line is that people do business with people they like and Local Waters will cater to that notion.”

Straying away from the norm, Local Waters will be staged as an expo-style event stylishly clad with an Emcee, sounds by DJ Sayho and an appearance by local celebrity Dee Adames, winner of the hit TV series “Shear Genius.” The event will feature a diverse roster of local businesses that will be intermingling for an upbeat and exciting evening of networking and promotion. While advocating cross-branding and cutting edge marketing practices, Local Waters will also boast endless business opportunities for those in attendance.

Featured businesses include, Panther Coffee, Hair by Dee, Car2Go, Phoebe & Friends, Bikram Yoga Central Miami, and Jackson Medical Healthy Systems.

Nicole A. Waters is a certified life coach.  She is a graduate of Kennedy-Western University with a B.A. in Business Management and Communications and has more than 17 years of business experience with such companies as MBNA America Bank, (Bank of America) and Mercedes-Benz. Her services include career objective strategies, business consultation, after college preparation and goal setting programs. Nicole prides herself in the personal and professional growth of her clients and this is evident in the successes of her current and past clients.  Nicole A. Waters LLC was founded in 2011 and is based in Miami Beach. For more information please visit www.nicoleawaters.com  or call (786) 302-0350.

Fabienne Lasserre The Us and the It opening reception 10/19/12

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Fabienne Lasserre The Us and the It opening reception
fabiennelasserre_sept201210Friday October 19th, 6 – 9 PM
Gallery Diet
174 Nw 23 Street
Miami Fl 33127
www.gallerydiet.com

Gallery Diet is pleased to announce Fabienne Lasserre’s second solo exhibition, The Us and the It. The exhibition will open on Friday, October 19th and will run through November 24th 2012, this is Ms. Lasserre’s second solo exhibition with the gallery.

Fabienne Lasserre’s thin, curvilinear sculptures take hold of the main gallery space, these works have the abstract quality of a line and the tactility of a limb. Layers of dyed linen and acrylic polymer wrap steel rods like a cast on a broken arm. The pieces circumscribe space, carving out blank areas that can enclose or surround a human body. Equally objects and context, they determine a site in which space, thing and body aren’t quite distinct from one another.
In the projects room, the works are more compact, figure-like. They bear anthropomorphic qualities and the inertness of objects. As things, they evoke the animate; as beings they seem mute. Their pliant identity admits no beginning or end; it seems that sections could migrate and assemble into different forms.

Fabienne Lasserre has recently exhibited in the Quebec Triennial at the Musee d’art contemporain de Montreal, in a three person exhibition with Lucas Blalock, and James Hyde at Byrdcliffe Kleinert/James Center for the Arts and at Jeff Bailey Gallery in New York City. Her works have been written about in Art Forum, the Brooklyn Rail, the Village Voice, and Art Papers amongst numerous other publications. Fabienne has also been a visiting artist at the Vermont Studio Center, the University of Oregon, La Universidad de los Andes in Bogota, Colombia, Karunkina in Tierra del Fuego, Chile, and La Curtiduria in Oaxaca, Mexico. She will also be a resident at the Dieu Donne Paper Mill in New York City in 2013.

Spoken Word Artist Rai Renea Debuts One-Woman Play at the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center

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Spoken Word Artist Rai Renea Debuts One-Woman Play
Play PosterNovember 2-4 at 7pm
African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
6161 NW 22nd Ave
Miami, Fl 33142
The opening show is $7.00. Saturday and Sunday’s show are $10.00
Tickets can be purchased Online.

Play adapted from Rai Renea’s published poem Sticks and Stones.

Spoken word artist Rai Renea will deliver her one-woman play inspired by her published poem of the same title. Sticks and Stones: Fairy Tales and Other Lies as Told to a Child . The play will have a limited run at the African Heritage Cultural Arts Center.

The play uses a combination of poetry, monologue and dance to explore the social consequences of common phrases parents tell their children – such as “sticks and stones will break my bones, but words will never hurt me.”

In segments like “Children Should be Seen and Not Heard” and “Go to School and Work Hard”, Rai tells revealing stories of intolerance, judgment and truth; heartache and relevance through characterization of people who were told the sayings as children and are adversely affected by their ramifications as adults.

Rai wrote Sticks and Stones as a poem after a disagreement with someone who was intentionally using words to hurt her.

“I knew the words didn’t describe me, but I found myself still thinking about them weeks later,” she said. “It made me think about all the things I was told as a child that I had to erase, laugh off, or otherwise get out of my psyche because they were affecting me psychologically.”

Sticks and Stones video is available on YouTube; the spoken word single is available for purchase on iTunes and cdbaby.com.

Sticks and Stones: Fairy Tales and Other Lies as Told to a Child is directed by Albrika Sesheta Gordon, owner of Urban Eye TV. Follow Renea on Twitter @RaiRenea. For more information visit: www.nevergrowupmedia.com.

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Ultra Music Festival 3/15/13-3/24/13

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Ultra Music Festival
March 15-17 and March 22-24, 2013
Bultra_2_weekendayfront Park
Miami, FL
Ultramusicfestival.com  
Facebook.com/ultrafanpage
Twitter.com/ultramusic
Youtube.com/umftv

Makes History As The First Global Major Edm Festival To Expand To Two Weekends

Ultra Music Festival has now confirmed it will hold the 15th annual edition of its gargantuan event over two three-day weekends March 15, 16 & 17 and March 22, 23 and 24, 2013 in Miami, FL. This marks the first time ever for a major electronic dance music (EDM) festival to do so anywhere.

Having teased the world with a provocative countdown clock on its YouTube channel just days ago, Ultra Music Festival has today, October 15, shocked fans by revealing this extraordinary news right at the end of an exclusive video on UMF TV, titled “Relive The Ultra 2012 Experience.”

Shrouded in secrecy for months, the team behind Ultra Music Festival–which last year drew over 165,000 fans—is excited to unveil this news. Russell Faibisch, Co-Founder, President and CEO of the 15-year-old event says, "After an extremely successful 2012 edition of ULTRA in Miami, and the continuous overwhelming demand by disappointed fans that were unable to attend because of the early sell-out, we’ve decided to do what ULTRA has always consistently done throughout the years–pioneer and push the EDM movement forward. So we are adding a second weekend of ULTRA. This is a unique concept from anything ever done before in our space, as it will be two weekends…two unique experiences. There are A LOT of incredible plans and surprises lined up for everyone attending our 15th Year Anniversary!"

Adam Russakoff, Executive Producer, Talent Buyer and Director of Business Affairs, adds, "Being the first-ever EDM leaning festival to go two weekends just supports our position as being the preeminent forward-thinking brand in electronica. Although we are already known as having the best and most relevant talent at our events, two weekends allows us to present even more and create two separate and distinct highly unique experiences for our attendees, let alone the impact this will have on the economy in terms of jobs and other ancillary industries like hotels and transportation."

Following a recent study commissioned by Ultra Music Festival and carried out by the Washington Economics Group, which revealed the extent to which the festival boosts the city’s yearly economy, news of the double header weekend won’t solely be music to the ears of electronica fans. In fact, in 2012 alone, the three-day event injected upward of $40 million directly into the Miami-Dale economy ($79 million if factoring in indirect and induced spending). With over 60% of visitors hailing from outside Miami-Dade, the local fiscal benefits that this news brings will be unprecedented.

Tickets for both weekends go on sale to the general public on Wednesday, October 17, exclusively from www.ULTRAmusicfestival.com.

Global Bizare Bazaar at the Stage 11/3/12

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stageGlobal Bizare Bazaar
November 3, 2012, 6-10pm
The Stage Miami
170 NE 38th Street
Miami, FL

MEDE (Middle Eastern Dance Exchange) is a non for profit dedicated to the arts, specializing the world of bellydance.

It’s time to get on that STAGE for some out of this world cultural celebration in honor of the MidEastern Dance Exchange!

Join us for very unique: World music, live musicians, performances, open-floor dancing, delicious food, dumbek, zills, coin belts, jingling hip scarves, friends, family, MEDE memories…what more do we need to have a blast?

Don’t forget your stretch before coming because we’re going to shimmy all night long! Plus dress to impress!

Fashion Designers Expo 10/18/12-10/20/12

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Fashion Designers Expo
DSO_8706October 18 – 20

Sponsored by & benefitting B.i.o.n.i.c. Girls, Inc. – Empowering those impacted by Breast Cancer

October 18 – RSVP to fdersvp@live.com  
@2509 NW 2nd Avenue 2nd Floor Miami, FL 33127
6pm Introducing "Maker’s Shoes" Spring 2013 Collection
Opening Night hosted by Celebrity Stylist El Fashion Guru
Cocktails, Bites & Complimentary Gifts to Press & Bloggers
Book Signing by Andrea Nugent "Mommy is still Mommy, Cancer Can’t Change That"

October 19 – RSVP to fdersvp@live.com
@Style CTZN 218 NW 25th Street Miami 33127
7pm Pre-Grand Opening Sneak Peek of Boutique & FDE Designers Collections before the runway shows
Complimentary Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres
Book Signing by Andrea Nugent "Mommy is still Mommy, Cancer Can’t Change That" 

October 20 – Purchase tickets online at www.fashiondesignersexpo.com
@SOHO Studios 2136 NW 1st Avenue Miami 33127
6pm Red Carpet | 7pm Runway Show Doors Open
City Style Collective Pop-UP Shop VIP Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres
Hosted by Model/Actress Trishauna Clarke & Model/Actress Debra Foxx
Book Signing by Andrea Nugent "Mommy is still Mommy, Cancer Can’t Change That" 
Kids in the Mix & PINK Hits the Runway featuring Breast Cancer Survivors walking the runway sponsored by Bella Fashion Design

Fashion Designers Expo (FDE) kicks off its schedule of events with an explosion of shoe fetish this Thursday Oct. 18th in Miami’s Wynwood Arts District with the showing of Maker’s Shoes 2013 Spring Collection hosted by "El Fashion Guru.". Then on Friday, FDE ignites the night scene once again with a special Sneak Peek Pre-Grand Opening of the new Wynwood boutique "Style CTZN. Then, Saturday is the day we’re all waiting for! Oct. 20th is FDE’s highly anticipated runway shows featuring talents of the emerging fashion industry from all over the world.

FDE is among the largest expositions of emerging fashion talent. Major press, celebrities, socialites and thousands of guests have attended FDE to see "Who’s NEXT in Fashion?" This organization scouts for the best up and coming models, designers, make up artists, stylists, hair stylists, etc. and puts them all together in an amazing Fashion Week filled with glamour, entertainment and purpose.

With a fabulous City Style Collective Pop-Up Shop during the pre-show hour and a special presentation from one of FDE’s official Supporting Sponsor’s Constant Contact, FDE is sure to start the evening with great fashion and entertainment.

This season FDE is presented by and benefitting B.i.o.n.i.c. Girls, Inc. founded by Andrea Nugent who will also be doing a book signing at each event for her new book "Mommy is still Mommy, Cancer Can’t Change That."

Designer Line Up
Jama Clothing
Christian Segui
BFF Wear
Maker’s Shoes
Tumisola Ladega – UK FDC Designer Award Winner (London)
All About Me 5 LLC
Atelier Yvette
NeoDasha’s House of Fashion
Hadascha Brutus
Joel Franklin & Co.
After Party @Q Lounge – Sponsored by Gerry Kelly & The Dream Team RSVP to fdersvp@live.com

"It’s more than just another Fashion Week; it’s giving the emerging industry a secure platform to bring their dreams to reality while using the power and glamour of the runway in support of non profit organizations to impact our world," says CEO and Co-Founder of FDE, Karine Melissa.

In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fashion Designers Expo is presented by and benefitting B.i.o.n.i.c. Girls, Inc. founded by Andrea Nugent to bring awareness, empower, and fund-raise for the cause.

Boys & Girls Clubs to open Christmas Tree Lot Ribbon Cutting Ceremony 11/19/12

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Boys & Girls Clubs to open Christmas Tree Lot Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Monday, Nov. 19, 4:30 p.m.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, Hank Kline Club
2805 SW 32nd Ave
Miami, FL 33133

Tree lot open seven days a week
Nov. 19-Dec. 15, 2012 (or until trees are sold out)
9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Tree Lot’s 2012 Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with Santa Claus, Local Dignitaries and More

For over 35 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade has been selling Christmas trees and wreaths to help bring holiday cheer into many South Florida households, and it continues this tradition in 2012. One hundred percent of proceeds from the trees and wreaths sales will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, which serves 10,000 boys and girls in Miami-Dade County with positive programs year-round.
 
To kick off the 2012 selling season, Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade will hold a grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony at the tree lot on Monday, Nov. 19. Attending will be Santa Claus himself to visit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade children, local dignitaries and Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade representatives.
 
The trees, beautiful Fraser firs from North Carolina, stand five to 14 feet tall and sell for $55 and up. Plain and hand-decorated wreaths will also be for sale, starting at $35.

The Alhambra Orchestra and Greater Miami Youth Symphony Presents A Spooky Symphony 10/28/12

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The Alhambra Orchestra and Greater Miami Youth Symphony Presents A Spooky Symphony
Sunday, October 28, 2012, 4 p.m.
The Olympia Theater at The Gusman Center for the Performing Arts
174 East Flagler Street
Miami, FL
www.gmys.org
www.alhambramusic.org

Free admission and open seating. No tickets are required, but large groups should call in advance. Parking $5 at the College Station Garage, 190 NE 3rd Street (at NE 2nd Avenue)

The Alhambra Orchestra and Greater Miami Youth Symphony. Program conducted by Huifang Chen and presented by The Children’s Trust.

“A Spooky Symphony”, featuring the most beautiful scary music you’ve ever heard by The Greater Miami Youth Symphony and the Alhambra Orchestra, is a free Halloween family concert featuring excerpts from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Spiderman, and a variety of classical selections. Additional concert highlights include a multimedia presentation. Kids are encouraged to dress in their best Halloween costumes to enhance the supernatural experience.

Center for Leadership at FIU Leadership Master Class 10/16/12

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Center for Leadership at FIU’s inaugural “Leadership Master Class”
October 16, 2012 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Room 243 at the Graham Center
Modesto Maidique campus of FIU
11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL
Register Online

The class is free and open to the public.

The Center for Leadership at FIU is pleased to announce its inaugural “Leadership Master Class” to be presented by Modesto “Mitch” Maidique, President Emeritus of Florida International University (FIU) and the Executive Director of the FIU Center for Leadership.
 
The annual class, which will focus on the subject “Whom Do You Serve? A Developmental Model of Leadership,” will take place on October 16, 2012 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. in Room 243 at the Graham Center on the Modesto Maidique campus of FIU located at 11200 SW 8th Street. The class is free and open to the public.
 
“In my thirty years of leadership, I have had the privilege of talking one-on-one with leaders around the world, from the CEO of a local start-up to the Dalai Lama, in all types of businesses, organizations and endeavors,” says Maidique. “I have heard their wisdom and recommendations on the subject of leadership and I look forward to sharing what I’ve learned in an annual Leadership Master Class.”
 
Using his highly-acclaimed six-level Purpose Driven Model of Leadership which he wrote about in the Harvard Business Review, Maidique, a Harvard visiting professor, will help participants analyze their type of leadership.  His Purpose-Driven Model of Leadership proposes a developmental model for assessing leadership motivation and impact and suggests a more deliberate and effective decision-making process for leaders at various stages of their careers.
 
The class is designed for those currently in leadership positions and for those aspiring to obtain a leadership role. Participants will receive the latest research, findings and thinking on leadership, most of which have been gathered first hand by Maidique.  This invaluable information, including innovative ideas on leadership, is designed to be put to use right away by participants. 
 
“Leadership is not for everybody but those who are privileged to be a leader absolutely have a responsibility to learn and keep up to speed on the latest insight and information in order to be the best they can be,” adds Maidique. “As we believe leadership is the axis of the world, the Leadership Master Class will be instrumental in carrying out the Center for Leadership’s mission of ‘Better leaders, better world.’”

OLCDC Art of Transformation 10/19/12

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OLCDC "Art of Transformation"
238Friday, October 19, 2012, 7:00PM – 11:00PM
Opa-locka Executive Airport
15001 Northwest 42nd Avenue
Opa-Locka, FL 33054
Buy Tickets Online

Stand Up! You’re being Transformed!

Be a part of the revitalization of one of South Florida’s most beloved neighborhoods Opa-locka. The Art of Transformation will be a fun event and party that will launch Opa-locka’s "Community Gateways" project- a public arts project financed by the National Endowment of the Arts that will revitalize Opa-Locka with an award-winning team of national artists. The festivities will take place at the Opa-locka Executive Airport on the tarmac, under the breezeway, surrounded by private jets.

National recording artists En Vogue will perform.

Full open bar sponsored by Bacardi and featuring delectable passed hors d’oeuvres and staffed gourmet buffet.

Miami Science Museum Reptile Day 11/3/12

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Miami Science Museum’s Reptile Day
Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129

Reptile lovers and those who want to learn more about the intriguing creatures are invited to attend Miami Science Museum’s Reptile Day on Saturday, Nov. 3. Reptile Day will include entertaining and interactive activities about many different reptile species including:
Meet and greet with Animal Planet’s Gator Boys celebrities Chris and Ashley
Python Control in the Everglades presentation by Shawn Heflick, host of National Geographic’s Python Hunters
Live venomous snake handling show by Venom One
Eyes and Ears (invasive reptile detection and reporting training) presentation by Everglades Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area (ECISMA)
Alligator aquaculture presentation by Gatorama
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission airboat display
Live invasive reptile display by ECISMA
Reptile artifacts from MSM Collection Vault
Live python animal presentation by MSM herpetologist
Turtle race
Eat Like a Reptile by Chef Kat Duran
Outdoor tables featuring Venom One, FWC, ECISMA, Shawn Heflick of National Geographic’s Python Hunters, Gatorama, Animal Planet’s Gator Boys celebrities Chris and Ashley and Gator Boys merchandise sale, Zoo Med prizes, Eat Like a Lizard
Pet reptile contests: Attendees can enter their pet reptiles in several contests for prizes. Each pet entry will receive two free admission tickets (limit one pet entry per family).
Arts & crafts activities: Activities will include a sea turtle craft, spiral snake craft, and chameleon camouflage challenge (learn how camouflage is used as a survival technique as you color the chameleon to make it disappear into the background.)
 
Fun-filled floor demos at Reptile Day will be:
Alligator vs. Crocodile – Think you know the difference between the two? Complete our venn diagram to identify the characteristics of each, then visit them in our Wildlife Center.
Sea Turtle Bingo – Grab a “turtle egg” and follow the life stages of a sea turtle as you play this game of survival.
Reptile Scavenger Hunt – Complete the scavenger hunt to learn more in-depth info about our reptile residents.
Feeding Frenzy – Match the prey item to its reptile predator.
Guess the Number of Eggs – Clutch size (the number of eggs laid in a nest) differs greatly among lizard species. Can you guess how many eggs each species lays?
Lizard Personality Quiz – Lizards have interesting personalities, just like we do!  Take this personality quiz to find out which lizard you fit in best with.
 
Reptile Day is sponsored in part by Venom One, ECISMA, Gatorama, MSM Collection, Zoo Med, GEICO, Tom Crutchfield, and United Pet Group, Inc. For more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact Donald Uricchio at duricchio@miamisci.org.

Capitalizing on the Claw: Stone Crab Mania at Kitchen 305 Starts 10/19/12

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Capitalizing on the Claw: Stone Crab Mania
Every Friday starting Oct. 19th at 5:30p.m.
Kitchen 305
Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort
16701 Collins Avenue 
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
For table reservations, call 305-749-2110

Stone crabs lovers are invited to dip and dance every Friday at Kitchen 305 in the Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort with an all-you-can-eat stone crab dinner for only $55 per person accompanied by live DJ.
 
Just a “stones” throw-away from the ocean, Kitchen 305 will serve-up claws in batches of five, accompanied by a choice of steaming soup, a crisp Caesar or the signature house salad, freshly baked bread and savory sides including herb-roasted, red bliss potatoes and corn on the cob.
 
Whether its butter, mustard or lemon that’s the sauce of choice, Kitchen 305 invites seafood lovers to come “get their dip on.” 
 
This seasonal supper club party books quickly and guests are encouraged to make reservations at least two weeks in advance.

The South Florida Black Journalists Association Host Reception To Honor Scholarship Winners and Industry Leaders 10/27/12

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The South Florida Black Journalists Association Host Reception To Honor Scholarship Winners and Industry Leaders
Saturday, October 27, 2012, 3 p.m.
Florida International University’s Biscayne Bay Campus
Wolfe University Center Ballroom
3000 NE 151 St.
North Miami, FL 33181

The cost is $25 for SFBJA members; $35 for nonmembers; and $15 for full-time students. Parking is free.

RSVP by Monday, Oct. 22, to Sasheika Tomlinson at sasheikat@gmail.com

Five student achievers will receive honors and three industry titans will share their stories at the 2012 South Florida Black Journalists Association(SFBJA) Scholarship Reception on Saturday, Oct. 27, at 3 p.m. at Florida International University’s Biscayne Bay Campus.

The public is invited to share the afternoon celebrating scholastic achievement, excellence in journalism and community leadership at the event to be held in the Wolfe University Ballroom at FIU’s North Miami location, 3000 NE 151 St.

SFBJA will award the Rochelle Bridges Memorial Scholarship to Adrianne Richardson, a 2012 graduate of William H. Turner Technical Arts High School in Miami-Dade County. She currently is enrolled at FIU. Rochelle Bridges was a two-time, Emmy Award-winning anchor at WSVN-Channel 7 who passed away in 1997. She served as president of SFBJA from 1993 to 1995.

Dwight Lauderdale Scholarship recipients include Monica Herndon from the University of Miami, Viera Galloway, and Melonne Mack, both from Florida Memorial University. The award is in honor of Dwight Lauderdale, who retired in 2008 after more than three decades as a reporter and most prominently an anchor at WPLG-Channel 10. The scholarship is open to students attending college in South Florida who are pursuing degrees in journalism.

Also being honored will be Katrina Lowe, who earlier this year received SFBJA’s endowed scholarship reserved for students at FIU.

“The scholarship reception is one of our most important events because it spotlights our aspiring journalists,” said SFBJA President Terence Shepherd. “And, SFBJA works hard to support students who seek a career in our industry. We are also pleased to have three outstanding media professionals sharing their stories at our event.”

The keynote speaker will be Robert G. Beatty, the publisher of the South Florida Times and former general counsel of The Miami Herald. Gregory H. Lee Jr., 19th President of the National Association of Black Journalists and recently appointed Executive Sports Editor at the South Florida Sun Sentinel, and Dr. Raul Reis, Dean of FIU’s School of Journalism and Mass Communications, also will be guest speakers.

The reception includes appetizers, beverages and a silent auction. Networking begins at 3 p.m.; the program starts at 4 p.m.

For sponsorship opportunities, contact Michael Silva at 305-298-7477 or Terence Shepherd at 954-648-8035.

The South Florida Black Journalists Association is a chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) that has been serving Broward and Miami-Dade counties for more than three decades. SFBJA includes more than 150 journalism and communications professionals in South Florida. It offers scholarships for students, and networking and educational opportunities for professionals.

Hialeah Park Miami Dance Fever

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Hialeah Park opens its doors to Miami Dance Fever
October 12, 2012 starting at 9:00PM
indexHialeah Park
2200 East 4th Avenue
Hialeah, FL 33010. 305-885-8000
miamidiscofever.com
www.hialeahparkracing.com

Hialeah Park Race Course will serve as a homecoming for many dance music lovers as Miami Disco Fever returns to Hialeah. Charlie Rodriguez, President of Charlie Rodriguez Live Entertainment is bringing his popular weekly event to Hialeah Park as the historic race track is moving forward to become the go-to for South Florida’s premier events.

Miami Disco Fever is a party that has been popular event for dance music lovers of Disco, Salsa, Freestyle and 80’s Retro. The party will feature free cover and complimentary cocktails for ladies from 9pm till 11 pm. Event goers will be able to listen to sounds by DJ Carlos Sarli, who has was nominated three years running as the best Latin radio Mix Show DJ in the U.S. by the WMC. The party which will be held in the Citation Room on the third floor which overlooks the historical race track and the majestic gardens that Hialeah Park is known for. Attendees will also be able to sample cigars by the Torano Family Cigar co. The party ends when as Charlie said, “The flamingos wake up in the morning.”

Charlie considers the 70’s and 80’s the glory years of Miami nightlife and although involved in coordinating concerts for all forms of music his heart belongs to the Miami Disco Fever party which he created as a labor of love. In 1981 he began the career that would put him in the middle of the intense Miami nightlife scene as a concert promoter. Thirty years later and with a South Florida following that not many can match, Charlie set his eyes on where the Miami’s party crowd once stood strong.

Charlie said,” Many of the event goers who attend my events were once Hialeah residents who have since moved on to other parts of Miami. With the future direction of the park and the current construction of the casino I am looking forward to help usher in the new incarnation of this park which will once again make Hialeah Park the mecca of Miami nightlife.”

Frank Fiore, VP/Creative Director at Hialeah Park, comments “Charlie Rodriguez is a promoter with a stellar track record and it gives me great pleasure to welcome his Dance Fever event to Hialeah Park. I’m looking for Dance Fever to be around for quite some time and to establish Friday nights as party time once again in Hialeah!”

Dorsch Gallery Presents One Night Only Pop-Up Exhibition In Miami Theater Center Rehearsal Studio 10/13/12

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Dorsch Gallery Presents A One Night Only Pop-Up Exhibition
blastOctober 13, 2012 , 4-8pm
Miami Theater Center’s Rehearsal Studio
9816 Northeast 2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, FL, 33138 (adjacent to the Theater)

The pop-up exhibition will feature small works on paper, paintings, photographs, and digital prints by Dorsch Gallery artists:

Rene Barge
Jenny Brillhart
Amanda Burnham
Felecia Chizuko Carlisle
Elisabeth Condon
Brandon Opalka
John Sanchez
Robert Thiele
Mette Tommerup
Kyle Trowbridge

The Dezer Collection James Bond Experience 11/9/12

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The Dezer Collection’s James Bond Experience
Friday, November 9, 2012, 7:00pm in EST
Dezer Collection
2000 NE 146th St
North Miami, Florida 33161

Tickets are $75 per person
purchase tickets online.

James Bond turns 50 and it has sparked a fevered pitch around the world and no one is immune! Not even her Royal Highness, Queen Elizabeth. As we can all remember, this year’s Olympics opening ceremony was all about James Bond escorting the Queen of England out of a helicopter and parachuting into the stadium. Here in the US, we are also catching the fever with the welcomed release of the newest addition to the best selling movie franchise in history with “Sky Fall”. Countless events throughout all the major cities are slated to bring the fever to an all time high.

The Dezer Collection will do it like no one else in the world can!

The Dezer Collection’s James Bond Experience on November 9, 2012 at 7pm, will welcome die-hard fans to a reception filled with an endless flow of “Shaken Not Stirred” martinis by Russian Standard and served with a KGB smile from the Russian Standard girls. Delectable, globetrotting canapés will be spied and served by Celebrity Chef Adrianne Calvo.

Caviar treats reminiscent of black market treats will be sampled as a few privileged guests get to walk among the largest collection of James Bond cars and memorabilia, including the original “Golden Gun”.

All the spies in attendance will be able to view the trailer as they enjoy the reception, only to be kidnapped and shuttled to an undisclosed private theater to walk the red carpet, take pictures with the latest addition to the Bond Exhibit and watch the new premier of the “Skyfall” movie.
All those present will be the first witnesses to the unveiling of the new additions.

The James Bond series wouldn’t have been the same without the cars, guns and gadgets utilized on-screen by the beloved secret agent. Constituting one of the largest collections of James Bond props and vehicles in the world, the Dezer Collection’s James Bond exhibition is valued at over $15 million and includes a fascinating array of automobiles, motorcycles, submarines, airplanes, helicopters, boats, and snow mobiles. The collection is the largest James Bond Exhibit and home to the “Golden Gun” itself, a T-55 Soviet tank featured in the 1995 Bond film GoldenEye, a BD-5 Microjet, six Aston Martins, and many more.

The Dezer Collection is an automotive collection spanning a century of cars from Ford Model “T” to the latest in Hollywood cars. “Hollywood Cars of the Stars” showcases some of Hollywood’s most celebrated films and television shows of all time.

Don’t miss out on the action by purchasing tickets to the “James Bond Experience” before they sell out!

Open Studios at The Fountainhead Studios 10/12/12

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Open Studios at The Fountainhead Studios
frontFriday, October 12th, 6-10PM
7328 NW Miami Ct.
Miami, FL 33150

Have an intimate look inside artist’s studios, talk with artists and learn more about their work. 

Fall Lineup: Jenny Brillhart Page; Natalya Laskis; Kerry Ware; Eduardo DeRosa; William Keddell; Kerry Phillips; Vanessa Tangi; Felipe Kaizedo; Moira Holohan; Mike Balbone; Denisse Monge; Limchoy Lee; Tom Bollinger; Dona Altemus; Melissa Pena Koch; Brandon Opalka; Nicole Doran; Sinuhe Vega; Marcos Valella; Temisan Okpaku; Don Lambert; Lori Nozick; Juana Valdes; Nereida Garcia-Ferraz; Sri Prabha; PJ Mills; Karen Starosta-Gilinski; Marco Beria; Paolo Ambu; Andrea Nhuch Abrahamson; Carla Fache; Julie Davidow; Juan Raul Hoyos

1st View 2nd Friday at Bakehouse Art Complex 10/12/12

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1st View- 2nd Friday
r4_OCTOBEROctober 12, 7-10pm
Bakehouse Art Complex (BAC)
561 NW 32nd Street
Miami, Florida 33127

$5 Admission; Free for BAC Members
Enjoy wine and live music

Exhibitions Preview:

R4 Recycled, Reclaimed, Reused, and Reinterpreted
This BAC exhibition focuses on the everyday object and its transformation and manipulation into contemporary art. 

(On view in Audrey Love Gallery October 13- November 2)

Kim Litch: Jack Me In, Jack Me On, Jack Me Off
The exhibition consists of several elements that explore the idea of social networking and isolation in the digital world. A mixture of sugar, water and glue coated sculptures and images that represent a literal sugar-coating; electric chords and latex create umbilical cords of line lines.

(On view in Swenson Gallery October 13- November 2)

Annual Beaux Arts Ball at Four Seasons 10/27/12

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Annual Beaux Arts Ball
October 27, 2012; 7:30 p.m. until the Wizard of OZ has been revealed
Four Seasons Hotel Miami
1435 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131

Tickets: $250 per person; Call Tracy Lorenzo at 786-367-1870, or email beauxartsinfo@beauxartsmiami.org 

Ball Chairs: Renee Castillo, Courtney Denaro, and Jessica Lopez

On Saturday, October 27th, Beaux Arts will host an adventure-filled Ball with scarecrows, tin men and lions in the search of brains, hearts and bravery leading them to the Emerald City; conveniently located at the Four Seasons Hotel on Brickell Avenue. 
 
Beaux Arts’ “Emerald City” Ball celebrates 61 years of the organization and its support for the University of Miami’s Lowe Art Museum.
 
Master of Ceremony for The Land of Oz event will be Miami’s own Stephanie Sayfie-Aagaard, who is a dedicated philanthropist and has her own weekly social column, “Steph Sez,” in the Miami Herald.
 
The evening events will include a large silent auction, exciting raffle, sit-down dinner, dancing, and a costume and skit competition – all complemented by signature cocktails from Grey Goose. There will also be a dazzling Prize presented by Snow’s Jewelers.
 
New this year is the use of BidPal, a wireless bidding, donation, and payment tool that is the size and carries the look of an iPhone. With its touch screen, the Bidpal will enable Beaux Arts Ball guests to buy raffle tickets and stay on top of their bids, while socializing and sipping cocktails without having to remain in the auction area.
 
Another wonderful feature of BidPal is the ‘fund a need’ function.  This enables guests to donate money directly to Beaux Arts signature outreach programs, including HANDS ON – which introduces Miami-Dade Title 1 school students to the world of art and museums via field trips to the Lowe Art Museum – as well as the CHILDREN’S PAVILION PROGRAMS – which provide art classes and art camps throughout the year for children ages 5-12. The Bidpal will keep guests engaged in giving while having fun with their friends.
 
Ball sponsors for the event include Bunny Bastian, Mercedes Benz of Coral Gables and Mercedes of Cutler Bay, Crispin Porter + Bogusky, Lowell Realty International, Ashley Brinson Cusack, Neiman Marcus, The Bermont Advisory Group, Boucher Brothers, Tuuci and many more.

Boys and Girls Clubs Wild About Kids Gala honors Danell Leyva at Four Seasons 10/20/12

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Boys & Girls Clubs’ "Wild About Kids" Gala honors Danell Leyva
Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012
Cocktail reception begins at 7 p.m.
Meet & Greet/photo opportunity with Danell Leyva for Bronze Sponsors and higher from 7:30-8 p.m.
Dinner and program begins at 8 p.m.
After party begins at 11 p.m.
Four Seasons Hotel Brickell
1435 Brickell Avenue
Miami, Florida 33131

Gala tickets are priced at $325 per person. After party tickets are priced at $50 per person.
For information about tickets, table and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Astrid H. Ehrenstein, director of special events and development at 305-446-9910 ext. 30 or aehrenstein@bgcmia.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade will host its sixth annual “Wild About Kids” black-tie optional gala at the Four Seasons Hotel Brickell. Gala proceeds will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade and its many positive programs for 10,000 area children who need them the most.
 
The Gala was voted one of BizBash’s Top 100 Events of 2011. BizBash selects annual gatherings based on their impact on their respective industries and communities (and on the city) while innovating to stay on top.
 
Danell Leyva, who won the bronze medal at the London 2012 Summer Olympics for men’s gymnastics, will be honored at the event with Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s Hometown Hero Award. He will also be speaking, and taking photos/having a meet & greet with Bronze Sponsors and higher. Leyva, who came to the US from Cuba when he was a young boy with his mother and sister, is an inspirational example of the American Dream.
 
Guests will enjoy a unique “live” red carpet welcome as they enter a cocktail reception and silent auction featuring one-of-a-kind items, dinner program, live music, dancing and much more.
 
Miami’s own South Florida celebrity artist David “LEBO” Le Batard, who previously created a “Wall of Art” for the Kendall Boys & Girls Club with LeBron James, is donating a piece of his original artwork inspired by the organization’s mission statement to the silent auction. A step-by-step photographic exhibit and short video of his painting’s creative process will be displayed. LEBO is also leading two to three workshops at Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s after school programs throughout the year to help enrich and awaken the “artist” in the Club’s children between his commissions. 
 
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade alumna 13-year-old Elizabeth Elias will sing the National Anthem to kick off the dinner program. A singer, dancer and model, Elias recently sang the US and Canadian National Anthems at Marlins Park.
 
Attendees, including South Florida’s top community leaders, will have the opportunity at the event to sponsor a child through donations. Once again, the gala emcee will be Lynn Martinez, anchor of WSVN’s Deco Drive.
 
The gala is chaired by Lana DeSimone, Irene Korge and Eris Thomas.
 
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Current sponsors are: Presenting Sponsor Miami Marlins Foundation, Silver Sponsor Hamilton Yacht Group South Florida, Bronze Sponsors Jorge Luis Lopez Law Firm, Matty’s Sports, Coral Gables Executive Physicians, The Bermont Advisory Group and Irene Korge; Media Sponsor Miami magazine, Liquor Sponsor Bacardi and Wine Sponsor Epica Wines.
 
An after party at the Four Seasons Hotel Brickell, which will include music, dancing, a full bar and tapas-style food, will continue the celebration. Tickets for the after party are $50 per person.

Friends of Music Education for Haiti, Inc. Benefit Concert 11/10/12

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Friends of Music Education for Haiti, Inc. Benefit Concert
Saturday, November 10, 2012, at 7:30 p.m. SHARP
josephs 2First Presbyterian Church
1530 Hollywood Blvd
Hollywood, FL 33020

Concert tickets are $10 and are available online.

www.friendsofmusicforhaiti.org
786-288-6159/786-258-5289

Featuring the blind Haitian violinist, Romel Joseph, and his children, violinist and violist, Victoria Joseph, and pianist Bradley Joseph, this program showcases works by Chopin, Saint-Saens, Vitali, Moszkowski, Shostakovich, and selected Romel Joseph’s arrangements of traditional Haitian music.

All proceeds from this concert will go towards Friends of Music Education for Haiti’s initiatives to build Haiti’s first professional music conservatory and performing arts center for children. Romel Joseph, the Juilliard-trained Haitian violinist who survived the devastating earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, is the Executive Director of Friends of Music Education for Haiti. His remarkable ordeal captivated audiences around the world through numerous media reports in the Miami Herald, the Washington Post, London Times, CBS Evening News with Katie Couric, BBC, and CNN. Legendary musician, Stevie Wonder, honored Mr. Joseph by presenting him with his personal keyboard during a live interview on CNN.

Romel Joseph began his musical studies at the age of 13. In 1985, he was awarded a Fulbright grant to attend the Juilliard School where he received his master’s degree in violin performance. Upon his graduation, he returned to Haiti where he and his former wife later founded what was then “The Victorian School” in 1991. In 1996, he relocated to Miami, Florida, where he founded Walenstein Musical Organization. Travelling frequently between Miami and Haiti, Mr. Joseph remained actively involved in the music and educational community. He later expanded Walenstein Musical Organization, creating Walenstein Symphony Orchestra. On January 12, 2000, The Victorian School was completely destroyed by fire caused by an electrical circuit. Within two years, it opened its doors with a new name — The "NEW" Victorian School. On January 12, 2012, Mr. Joseph was severely injured under The New Victorian School, which was completely destroyed by the notorious Haiti earthquake. This tragedy renewed his sense of mission, resulting in the creation of Friends of Music Education for Haiti. Mr. Joseph currently lives in both Port-au-Prince Haiti, and Miami, Florida, and is the founder of Walenstein Musical Organization, Walenstein Symphony Orchestra, and Friends of Music Education for Haiti. All three institutions are recognized as non-profit by the state of Florida and are 501(c)3 organizations.

Victoria Joseph began her violin studies at the age of three with her father, Romel Joseph. She received her Bachelor’s in Music Performance from the University of Miami and has performed with a number of local music organizations. Ms. Joseph is currently involved with Walenstein Musical Organization, Walenstein Symphony Orchestra, The New Victorian School, and Friends of Music Education for Haiti.

Bradley Joseph began his musical studies on the violin at the age of three in 1995 under the auspices of his father, Romel Joseph. At the age of five, he added the piano to his musical training. Since that time, he has worked with several instructors including Micheline Laudun Denis of the Conservatoire National de Musique de Paris and the Ecole de Haut Perfectionnement Musical. In 2007, Mr. Joseph performed as guest solo artist with Walenstein Symphony Orchestra and in 2009 with the Holy Trinity Philharmonic Orchestra in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Bradley is currently majoring in Economics and Piano Performance at Florida International University.

Friends of Music Education for Haiti, Inc., a non-for-profit organization, was created by Romel Joseph in light of the complete destruction of The New Victorian School in Port-au-Prince, Haiti during the January 12, 2010, earthquake with renewed energy and a new dream — to expand the music section of The New Victorian School into the creation of the first Haiti Performing Arts Center as his legacy to Haiti. FMEH will contribute to the development of music education and performance opportunities for the children, youth, and interested adults of Haiti. It will also help initiate musical training in all private and public schools throughout the country, explore Haiti’s rich traditional music, and manage  the construction of the new Haiti Performing Arts Center.

CANCELED Alzheimer’s Association to Host Walk to End Alzheimer’s 5K 10/27/12

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DUE TO WEATHER – THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED
Alzheimer’s Association to Host Walk to End Alzheimer’s 5K
October 27, 2012 at 9:00 a.m. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m.
The walk will start at Merrick Park – across from Coral Gables City Hall
400 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables, FL

The Alzheimer’s Association will host its yearly Miami-Dade Walk to End Alzheimer’s® event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The Southeast Florida Chapter is inviting Miami-Dade residents of all ages to unite and participate in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®.

“As many as 5.4 million Americans currently have Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s is the 6th leading cause of death in Americans age 65 or older, and these numbers continue to increase. These alarming statistics show the importance and urgency of finding a cure and treatment for Alzheimer’s disease,” said Chief Executive Officer of the Alzheimer’s Association Southeast Florida Chapter, Ellen Brown. “Many people are not aware that Hispanics are about one and one- half times as likely to have Alzheimer’s and other dementias as older whites. It’s time to take action and fight against Alzheimer’s. The time is now! Alzheimer’s can’t wait!”

Walk to End Alzheimer’s is more than a just a walk. Miami-Dade participants also will learn about Alzheimer’s disease and how to get involved with this critical cause, from advocacy opportunities, the latest in Alzheimer’s research and clinical trial enrollment to support programs and services. Each walker will join in a meaningful ceremony to honor those affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Funds raised will provide care and support services to the residents of Southeast Florida living with Alzheimer’s, while also contributing to advancing critically-needed research.

In addition to the 5K walk; participants will enjoy family activities, music and much more. Start or join a team today at alz.org/walk. For more information, or call 800-272-3900.

Divano Designs Grand Opening 10/11/12

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Final Event InviteDivano Designs Grand Opening
Thursday, 10/11/12, 7:00pm until 10:00pm
Divano Designs
100 NW 36 Street
Miami Fl 33127

RSVP to: divanodesigns@thelcmediagroup.com

You Are Cordially Invited To Divano Designs Grand Opening Soiree Celebrating South Florida’s Art And Design Scene

Delicious Hors d’oeuvres and Sweets by Rococoa Cafe, Bubbles by Tita Italian, an exclusive beats from celebrity DJ Amália.

Amazing raffle that will include exclusive pieces from Divano Deisgns collection! It will be a night of Miami’s elite design industry.

UM Lowe Art Museum Presents Christo And Jeanne-Claude: Prints And Objects 11/9/12

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UM Lowe Art Museum Presents Christo And Jeanne-Claude: Prints And Objects
Friday, November 9, 2012, 7pm
The Lowe Art Museum
University of Miami
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables

General Admission (not including programs) is $10, senior citizens and non-UM students are $5, and the Museum is free for Lowe members, University of Miami students, faculty and staff, and children under 12.
www.lowemuseum.org

Wrapped islands in Biscayne Bay – the Sydney Opera House – Central Park – Everyone has seen the pictures; now art enthusiasts can see the drawings and sketches that helped create those famous works from Christo and Jeanne-Claude, as well as photos of the finished product. Christo And Jeanne-Claude: Prints And Objects, an exhibition of more than 130 original numbered editions of prints and objects by Christo and photographic editions by Wolfgang Volz of works by Christo and Jeanne-Claude, is on view November 10, 2012 – January 13, 2013 at the University of Miami Lowe Art Museum.

Varied in content and technique, the collection represents more than 40 years of Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s versatile artistic career, and it includes works of art that date from as early as 1962 through 2004. The exhibition is being toured in the United States for this first time in more than 15 years.

Noteworthy pieces in the exhibition include preparatory works for and documentation photographs of “Surrounded Islands, Project for Biscayne Bay, Greater Miami, Florida;” lithograph/collages of “Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped” and “Wrapped Opera House, Project for Sydney;” photographs of “Valley Curtain, Rifle, Colorado” and “Running Fence, Sonoma and Marin Counties;” and sculptural objects such as “Wrapped New York Times” and “Wrapped Payphone.”

Although Christo and Jeanne-Claude have worked primarily with fabric, they have described themselves as environmental artists, working in both rural and urban environments. The artists are known for large-scale projects of short-term, reversible interventions in cityscapes and landscapes; their most recent project, “The Gates, Central Park, New York City, 1979-2005,” drew thousands of visitors to Manhattan’s Central Park during the 16 days of the project’s installation.

Many of the pieces in the exhibition relate to Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s large-scale projects – some representing completed projects, and others representing the artists’ conceptions of projects that were never realized. The act of drawing and collage is preparatory one for Christo in anticipation of a project’s execution. Once completed, the large-scale, temporary projects are recorded in photographs, documentary films and books.

All works created to be indoors, from 1958 until today, such as wrapped objects and packages, drawings, collages, scale models and lithographs are works by “Christo.” All works created to be outdoors, and the large-scale indoor temporary installations, are works by “Christo and Jeanne-Claude.”

The cost of realizing the work is enormous. Christo accepts no sponsorship, commissions or any public funds. He sells everything he has from the early packages and wrapped objects of 1958 from his storage, and any preparatory drawings for projects that are available in order to cover the expenses of each project.

A member’s preview on Friday, November 9, 2012 will feature Jonathan Fineberg, Gutgsell Professor of Art History Emeritus, University of Illinois, presenting a lecture called, “ Christo and Jeanne-Claude: On the Way to the Gates.” The lecture begins at 7pm at the Storer Auditorium, University of Miami School of Business, with a reception following at 8pm at the Lowe Art Museum. The lecture is free for Lowe members and University of Miami students; the reception is free for Lowe members and $10 for non-members.

The exhibition is organized by Metropolitan State College of Denver, Center for Visual Art, Denver, CO. Support for the exhibition is provided in part through a grant from The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, and the Miami-Dade Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. Christo derives no income from this exhibition.

For more information about Christo and Jeanne-Claude, visit www.christojeanneclaude.net .

BRIO hosts fundraiser for Sydney and Alexandria Cohen Foundation/Neonatal ICU at Memorial Hospital West 10/15/12

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BRIO hosts fundraiser for Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation/Neonatal ICU at Memorial Hospital West
Monday, Oct.15, 2012, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
BRIO Tuscan Grille
The Shops at Pembroke Gardens
14576 SW 5th Street
Pembroke Pines, FL 33082
Phone: (954) 431-1341

Continuing its dedication to supporting the local community, BRIO Tuscan Grille at The Shops at Pembroke Gardens is inviting the public to “Gather Around Its Table” for a great cause: the local non-profit organization The Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation, Inc. for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Memorial Hospital West. On Monday, Oct. 15, BRIO is donating 20 percent of all food sales (dine-in or carry-out) to the organizations.

Reservations are recommended. Gift card sales are not included.

The Sydney & Alexandria Cohen Foundation helps ensure that premature babies have the best chance for a healthy life through technology. It was founded by Jennifer and Brian Cohen, whose twin daughters Sydney and Alexandria were born at 31 weeks gestation in 2003. They spent five weeks in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Memorial Hospital West. Today, they are healthy, thriving girls, with no complications from having been born so early.  

BRIO is an upscale, affordable restaurant serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine. The restaurant not only prides itself on its delicious cuisine, exceptional service and Tuscan atmosphere, but also its support of local causes.

MiaSci AstroJam Event and Cosmic Halloween Party 10/26/12-10/27/12

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MiaSci AstroJam Event & Cosmic Halloween Party
AstroJam: A Cosmic Quest
Friday, Oct. 26, 5–10 p.m.  Admission is $5.00 per person after 5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 27, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129

COST: Included with Museum admission. Students (with valid ID), seniors (62+) and children 3 – 12, $10.95; adults are $14.95. Admission is free for Miami Science Museum members and children under 3. Parking is free.

Have you ever looked up into the night sky and wondered about rovers exploring the surface of Mars, how Galileo used a small telescope to discover four moons of Jupiter, or how astronomers create those beautiful images of galaxies?
 
During this event to honor National Astronomy Day, guests will find out answers to these questions and discover lots more amazing things about the universe and how it works. They will conduct their own experiments, observe the night sky through the Museum’s rooftop telescopes, watch planetarium and laser shows, and listen to keynote speaker Professor Rafael Guzman, Chair of the Department of Astronomy at the University of Florida, who will talk about the largest optical telescope on Earth, the Gran Telescopio de Canarias. The event will also feature an exhibition of images of outer space created by students and with support from the Smithsonian’s Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos program. Guests can even safely observe the Sun with solar telescopes from the Southern Cross Astronomical Society.
 
On Friday evening, guests will enjoy observing the night sky on the rooftop. To celebrate Halloween and an almost full Moon, guests on Saturday are encouraged to come dressed in their most out-of-this-world costumes and have a chance to win a prize. Also on Saturday, Professor Guzman will speak and guests will enjoy solar observing with the Southern Cross Astronomical Society.
 
Activities include:
•           Door prizes
•           Smithsonian Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos exhibition
•           Galileo theatre show
•           Southern Cross Astronomical Society will be present
•           Planetarium shows
•           Hands-on activities such as making your own constellation, exploring color filter puzzles, using a laser to pass through a mirror maze, designing jewelry using ultraviolet beads, and much more

Smithsonian Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos Exhibition
 
See an exhibition of student-created scientific artwork. Just like scientists take raw images of the night sky and create spectacular colorful images of the cosmos, students have remotely used real NASA telescopes to take their own images of outer space. Then they used the same kind of software that astronomers use, and processed their images to bring out all the wondrous detail of galaxies, nebula, and planets. Students not only learned the software and created the images on display, they will also be on hand during the AstroJam event to lead activities related to telescopes, color filters, and light.
 
Youth Capture the Colorful Cosmos is funded by the Smithsonian Institution’s Youth Access Grants program managed by the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Education and Access. The project is led by the Harvard-Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, in partnership with Smithsonian Affiliations.
 
Super 8 and 16mm Film Night
Friday, Oct. 26, 8–10 p.m.
 
Experience the finest cinematic treats screened in Super 8 and 16mm film formats. This is the only movie night in town that screens films on vintage and obsolete Super 8 and 16mm format. This event will feature science fiction, astronomy and experimental films, including Algol the DemonStar, The Motions of Attracting Bodies and classic Star Trek episodes. Musical interventions provided by Miami’s own DRACULA (Dorys Bello, Oviedo and Kian Seara).
 
Hosted by film historian/archivist Barron Sherer and Miami Science Museum’s Art & Collection Manager Kevin Arrow. Barron Sherer is a Miami-based film curator, programmer and artist. For over 20 years, he has curated and co-produced many film programs and festivals for local cinemas, museums, galleries and moving image archives. As a film and video archivist and preservationist, he has researched thousands of moving images for several award-winning productions including Academy Award nominated films such as The Weather Underground, Milk, and The Cove. In 2006, the Miami New Times named Barron “Best Film Buff.”

Invitation to an Authentic Flamenco Night at Art Space Cityloftart 10/18/12

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Invitation to an Authentic Flamenco Night
Thursday, October 18th, 2012 Time: 7pm to 10pm
Pacheco-Flamenco-webCityloftart
2200 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami Fl.33137

RSVP @ Siempre Flamenco or just call Celia Fonta # 305-866-4387

A fundraiser event benefitting SIEMPRE FLAMENCO

(as an "Avant-Premiere" to their programmed performances including Cante Flamenco Festival at the Miami PAC Adrien Arsht Center)

Join us for an exciting evening in my new Art Space right on blooming Biscayne Blvd, just one block north of the iconic Bacardi Building , now the BACARDI CAMPUS of the National YoungArts Foundation.
Security, generous private parking space available, to access from 22nd and 23rd street.

CITYLOFTART has been nominated recently 1st Gallery in Florida by American Art Award 

You will attend a memorable evening with a professional FLAMENCO Show, Live Music, Entertainment, Sevillana Dancing, Giant Paella, Tapas, Wine, Mojitos, Raffle, Luxury Cars.

Funkshion Fashion Week 2012 Etienne Jeanson Exclusive Runway Show and Afterparty 10/11/12

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Funkshion Fashion Week 2012 Etienne Jeanson Exclusive Runway Show and Afterparty
October 11th 2012 – 8:00pm
Studio 743
743 Washington Ave
Miami Beach

After Party
Poolside At Delano
1685 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach Fl 33139
Music By: N8 Ryan
Alma De Bohemio Sponsored Bar 10pm – 11pm
Delanobeachclub.Com

RSVP: ffwmiami@gmail.com
Runway Show & After Party
Funkshion Fashion Week
European Fashion District
& Mykel Stevens
Exclusive Runway Show

Couture Collection by Etienne Jeanson
Featuring His 2013 Couture Pret-A-Porter Collection
Etienne Jeanson is a young French designer originally from Lille. He is a student of Haute Couture. After working for houses such as Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Junko Shimada or Tsumori Chisato, he continued his apprenticeship with Anne Valerie Hash, Christian Lacroix and Plumasserie (feather design) with Mr. Legeron. His passion for history puts him in perpetual opposition between baroque and classicism which is the starting point of this collection.

Please Join Us For A Night Of Fashion, Music And Art

All About Art Fundraising Art Auction Benefitting The Frost Art Museum 11/3/12

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All About Art Fundraising Art Auction Benefitting The Frost Art Museum
allaboutartSaturday, November 3, 2012, 7:30pm – 10pm
The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
Florida International University
10975 SW 17th st
Miami FL 33199
More Info

Join us for an evening of food and wine
Meet the Artists
Bid on fine art
Enjoy good company

For more information contact Ximena Gallegos, Membership Coordinator at xgallego@fiu.edu and 305.348.2254

Masquerade in the Gardens Pinecrest Gardens Annual Fundraiser 11/3/12

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Masquerade in the Gardens Pinecrest Gardens Annual Fundraiser
Saturday, November 3, 7:00 p.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, FL
More Info

Attire:        Black tie optional
Masks:       Required
Tickets:       $150 (all inclusive)
To purchase tickets or for more information please call 305.669.6990.

Dine and dance under stars at historic Pinecrest Gardens’ inaugural gala on Saturday, November 3rd at 7:00 p.m. The elegant evening will commence at Lakeview Terrace, where VIPs, taste-makers and local celebrities will sip signature cocktails provided by Bacardi and dine on gourmet cuisine provided by Macy’s Catering. Entertainment will include stilt walkers, jugglers, fire-eaters and an exclusive performance by renowned jazz diva, Debby Orta. The evening will proceed with dancing and music in the meadow, which will be transformed with ringside tables and dance floor. Music will be provided by the Continental Brass Band and DJ Mike Pileggi. As the night draws to a close, attendees will receive luxurious swag bags–no one will leave empty handed. Tickets for the black tie optional evening are $150 per person, all-inclusive. For reservations, call (305) 669-6990

CANCELED Locust Projects at O Cinema Wayne White’s Beauty is Embarrassing 10/11/12

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THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED

Locust Projects at O Cinema Wayne White’s Beauty is Embarrassing
locustOctober 11th, doors open at 6:30pm
O Cinema
90 Northwest 29th Street
Miami, FL 33127
Purchase Tickets Online

Beauty Is Embarrassing is a funny, irreverent, joyful and inspiring documentary featuring the life and current times of one of America’s most important artists, Wayne White.
Film begins at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:30pm)
Ticket per person: $30 LP Member / $35 Non Member
Limited availability. Purchase your tickets now!
Price includes dinner by Harry’s Pizzeria and wine.
Harry’s Pizzeria presents a family-style menu from chef de cuisine Many Sulbaran straight out of chef Michael Schwartz’s casual neighborhood joint, a block north of Locust Project’s new home in the Design District.
Menu:
Mushroom Cannelloni: ricotta, parmesan & parsley
Short Rib Cannelloni: ricotta, tomato sauce
Pear & Watercress Salad: walnuts, pecorino, maple vinaigrette
Hedy’s Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Locust Projects, Miami’s premier experimental art exhibition space, celebrates its 15th anniversary in 2013. Locust Projects’ exhibitions and programming are made possible with the support from: The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts; Galt & Skye Mikesell; Hannibal Cox Jr. Foundation; John S. and James L. Knight Foundation; Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Mayor, and the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners. Design: Venture Architects.

VIP Iron Fist Party 10/11/12

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VIP Iron Fist Party
IronFist_VIP_PartyThursday, October 11th, from 5-8pm
Pop-Up Store, The Kult
167 NW 25th st
Wynwood, FL 33127
www.wasabifashionkult.com

RSVP Required: Hello@wasabifashionkult.com

Our most awaited collection has finally arrived. Those familiar with Iron Fist Clothing will understand our excitement. This Fall ’12 collection is filled with fang lips, aqua leopard prints, and retro pin up sequences. We’ve got Get Faked Hoodies in pink, cat-woman shirts, sequined hot pink jackets and gold ones. Dresses, mini ones, and mini skirts… And an awesome, very affordable shoe collection with booties at $80, platforms at $50-$60, and combat boots at $75. Plus, we stocked up on Lip Service, brought back sold out items, and some new sexy ones too.

Join us and try on all these delicious garments. For our friends and followers, we will be granting a special discount on any Iron Fist, please RSVP to make sure we include you in that list.

If you are not in Miami and haven’t gotten a chance to visit us, we have great news for you… We’ve been working on our online store and it will be ready very soon! Be patient, we want you to feel included in our Kult as well!

See you next Thursday, thank you for sticking with us!

SeminArt The Artist’s Guide to Career Administration 10/11/12

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SeminArt: The Artist’s Guide to Career Administration
Thursday, October 11, 2012 / 7:00pm
LegalArt
1035 N. Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33136
This SeminArt is free and open to the public.
RSVP info@legalartmiami.org  or 786-347-2360

Do you feel that you are constantly juggling between your creative production time and the business side of being an artist? This workshop will run through the basics of project and career administration while providing you with a practical guide.
In this SeminArt you will learn how to:
-Document your work
-Increase your online presence
-Find your audience and help them find you
-Research opportunities and make them reality
-Manage your time and budget
-Develop personal relationships with art professionals
About the Presenter
Sylvie Fortin is an independent curator, critic, and editor who seeks to operate as a cultural decontamination agent. Former Editor-in-Chief and Director of Art Papers, Fortin is researching the theory of hospitality and pondering the existence of non-aligned aesthetics. She is currently a Visiting Resident at LegalArt.

Red Bull Flugtag Miami 11/3/12

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Red Bull Flugtag Miami
Saturday, November 3, 2012, 12pm
Bayfront Park
301 North Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132

Twitter: @redbullMIA / #flugtag
Facebook: http://on.fb.me/QrogsP

12 p.m.: The Hangars Open: The crafts will be lined up with the team members getting ready for flight. Interviews will be available at this time, so feel free to contact us with specific interview requests.

2 p.m.: Prepare For Takeoff: The first craft is set to take flight off a 30-foot high ramp at 2 p.m. after the team’s 30-second skit as an attempt to win over the judges and crowd. After the last team takes off, the awards ceremony will follow, when the Red Bull Flugtag Miami winner and the People’s Choice winner will be crowned.

More than 85,000 Downtown Miami residents and visitors will gather at Bayfront Park Saturday, Nov. 3 to watch as pigs fly – in the form of bacon anyway – as Red Bull Flugtag makes its way back to Miami for 2012. Defending champions, members of Magic Carpet Ride, are back to defend their soaring 2010 title to fly the farthest against some wacky flight crews – including the Bacon Soldiers, Banana Pelada and $2.50 – before splashing into the sea below.

31 teams demonstrated the most creative, innovative crafts, and were chosen to fly.
$2.50 – Miami, FL
Angry Flamingos – Miami, FL
Bacon Soldiers – Miami, FL
Bakerized – Miami, FL
Banana Pelada – Miami, FL
Cubicle MADNESS! – West Palm Beach, FL
Da Avincineers – Miami, FL
Despicable Me – Tallahassee, FL
Dragon Riders – Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Fins of Fury – Deerfield Beach, FL
Flyin Cox – Hollywood, FL
Go Batty – West Melbourne, FL
Hurricane Engineer’s Angry Birds – Coral Gables, FL
I Love LA Eats – Atlanta, GA
La Vaca Roja – Pembroke Pines, FL
Magic Carpet Ride – Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Pirates of the Carefree Being: Return of the Castaways – Brooksville, FL
Slamacow – Ponte Vedra, FL
Snow Birds – Tampa, FL
Space Cadets – Miami, FL
Spacecoast Flugtag Associates – Melbourne, FL
Team DarkWing – Lake Worth, FL
Team Marks Attacks – Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Team Popow with the Flying Chaparro – Plantation, FL
Team Venezuela – Southwest Ranches, FL
The Ironmanning Iron Men – Miami Lakes, FL
The Oatmeal Effect – Pompano, FL
The Shock Guys – Oakland Park, FL
Tobacco Road’s Band of Road Warriors – Miami, FL
Twisted Sister – Greer, SC
UNF SAME – Fleming Island, FL

Limited parking in and around Bayfront Park. Viewers are strongly encouraged to utilize public transportation. The nearest Miami-Dade transit station is the Bayfront Park Station. A few parking garages and area lots are located within walking distance to the park, but spectators are encouraged to arrive early, as they will reach capacity.

Miami Project Art Fair 12/4/12-12/9/12

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Miami Project Art Fair
miamiprojectTuesday, Dec. 4th: 5:30PM – 10:00PM VIP Preview
Wednesday, Dec. 5th: 11:00AM – 3:00PM
Thursday, Dec. 6th: 11:00AM – 10:00PM
Friday, Dec. 7th: 11:00AM – 8:30PM
Saturday, Dec. 8th: 11:00AM – 7:00PM
Sunday, Dec. 9th: 11:00AM – 6:00PM
Miami Project Art Fair
NE 1st Ave and NE 30th St
Miami, FL 33137
www.miami-project.com
Admission:
$20 General admission
$10 Seniors / Students

The inaugural Miami Project Art Fair will feature 65 leading galleries from around the globe in a 65,000 square foot exhibition space centrally located in Miami’s Midtown adjacent to the City’s energetic Wynwood Art District.

Max Fishko, Managing Partner, says, “After speaking with many galleries from across the U.S., we were struck by a recurrent message – our colleagues were looking for a home that focused on quality, consistency and strong personal connections. That quality is illustrated by the range of impressive programs and installations being presented by our exhibitors at this year’s Miami Project.” Highlights include:

· San Francisco veteran dealer Cheryl Haines will be presenting a highly developed immersive new media experience which artist, Camille Utterback has been developing since 2001. Custom video tracking and drawing software create a projection that responds to the viewers’ movements in the space captured by an overhead video camera. Untitled 5 will present a dynamic and fluid installation that is both algorithmic and organic. Utterback, the 2009 MacArthur Foundation Fellowship recipient, is an internationally renowned artist who has had work presented at some of the most prestigious museums and new media centers around the world – including The New Museum, New York, Ars Electronica Center, Austria and The Netherlands Institute for Media Art.

· Nina Katchadourian’s acclaimed series Seat Assignment, will have a mini show in Catharine Clark Gallery’s booth. A large selection ofphotographs from the artists fifth solo show with the gallery will be thoughtfully installed. The series, which was conceived – and first explored/executed on a flight the artist was on in 2010 between New York and Atlanta, was a response to the artist’s feelings – and indeed those of many travelers- of confinement and restraint during air travel. The series is highly improvisational – the artist uses only her camera phone and materials that are easily accessible and readily available. On the one hand, an inflatable neck pillow and tissues, put on in the airplane lavatory, transform the artist into a sitter of a Flemish portrait, while on the other a photograph of a travel magazine covered with pretzel crumbs becomes an image of a landslide. The Brooklyn-based artist first exhibited the Seat Assignment series at the Dunedin Public Art Gallery in New Zealand. Her work has been shown both nationally and internationally at museums and exhibition spaces including PS1/MoMA, the Palais de Tokyo, Paris and The Serpentine Gallery, London.

· Monique Prieto is a well-known and influential Los Angeles-based artist whose paintings will be presented by ACME. The installation for Miami Project will consist of seven recent oil paintings in various sizes in which the artist playfully combines abstraction and text with a great sense of composition and color. The paintings’ silhouettes refer to the tradition of classic still life painting – the text in each of the works is from the diaries of British writer Samuel Pepy’s chronicling life in London during the 17th century. The silhouettes in these paintings refer to the tradition of classic still life painting. Prieto has had numerous solo exhibitions throughout United States and Europe. Her works are in many museum collections, including the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Museum of Fine Arts Houston, among others.

· In addition to the photographs, paintings and installations to be found at Miami Project, Los Angeles gallery Coagula Curatorial will present a series of performances entitled SEXT ME IF YOU CAN by artist, performer and author Karen Finley. The interactive painting performance will feature an on-site studio where the artist will transform “sexted” images on her cellphone from anonymous collectors into “fine art” acrylic paintings. Visitors can purchase a private code and phone number to sext the artist during the fair and she will paint images she receives during the show that will then be on view for the duration of the fair. Finley, a recipient of many awards and grants including a Guggenheim Fellowship, has performed and exhibited widely including such venues as the Yerba Buena Vista Center, San Francisco and the Orange County Museum of Art. She teaches at NYU, has lectured extensively and has authored several books. Her work has stirred up much controversy over the years for her graphic depictions of sexuality and abuse.

· Other performance-based work includes Group Therapy with Lorelei Ramirez, presented by School of the Visual Arts. A 10-minute guided sound meditation by “psycho-observational research founder” Lorelei Ramirez invites therapy session participants to close their eyes and join the artist on a “journey to heal”. Fair-goers who sign up for the guided mediation are placed in a dim-lit public space where they experience their own personal sound retreat.

· In response to the devastation that was caused by Hurricane Sandy, Richard Levy Gallery will present AID + AID. Each exhibiting gallery artist generously donated a gift for the exhibition at Miami Project and all sales from the installation will benefit the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. Artists include: William Betts, John Chervinsky, Jenna Kuiper, Matthew McConville, Manjari Sharma and others. For images and more information visit: http://levygallery.com/current/benefit_2.html

· Outside the fair’s main entrance Techo, a non-profit organization that organizes social initiatives to fight against poverty, will be presenting a series of installations as part of their project ARTECHO. The organization has invited a group of nineteen artists from around the world to create small-scale replicas (16”x 8”) of the houses that are built by TECHO throughout Latin America to raise awareness about the cause. Additionally, Miami-based, artist and designer Fabian de la Flor, will perform a live intervention on a full-scale 194 square foot house and will paint the house throughout the five-day fair. Viewers are invited to view a photographic exposition mounted inside the house.

According to Fair organizers, collaborations and partnerships are an important element that helps the Miami Project stand out. “Along with all the events and bells and whistles taking place in Miami during what is the most important art week in the United States, many of the clients with whom we spoke talked about wanting to focus on the art and the galleries. That is what we have set out to do. One way we’re adding heft and a sense of connection is through partnerships with leading cultural and arts organizations including Miami’s Museum of Contemporary Art, Museum of Modern Art, the Guggenheim, the Museum of Art and Design, The Whitney Museum as well as Miami International Film Festival.”

Sponsors and Partners
Support from: MOCA North Miami
Design Partners: FX FOWLE, PIE studio
Supporting partner: ArtSpace
Art Handling & Logistics: Cadogan Tate Fine Art
Product Sponsor: Perrier
Cafe Sponsors: GastroPod, Panther Coffee and Real Sorbet
Cultural Partners: Guggenheim Patrons, Guggenheim Young Collectors Council, Miami International Film Festival, MoMA Junior Associates, New Museum, Whitney Contemporaries, The Apollo Circle, Young Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Museum of Art & Design
Media Partners: American Art Collector, American Fine Art Magazine, Art Fag City, Art Guide Miami, Art in America, Art Ltd., Art Nexus, Artfacts.net, ArtInfo, Artnet, Artprice, Colossal, Hyperallergic, Miami Herald, Modern Painters, Santa Fean, SFAQ, The Art Newspaper, VENU

Nightmare on the Beach 10/27/12

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Nightmare on the Beach
Saturday, October 27th 2012, 8PM – 2AM
The Bath Club
5937 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33140

General Admission
Starts at $100 (Limited amount of tickets at this price)
Premium Open Bar all night
Food from Miami’s finest restaurants

VIP Tickets
Starts at $150 (Limited amount of VIP tickets at this price)
Access to all VIP Areas
Access to Candy Lounge
Private Premium Open Bar All Night
Champagne Bar

VIP Tables
$3,000+ per table
Unlimited Bottles throughout the event
For VIP Tables or more sponsorship information email Reed@thelittlelighthouse.org

Buy Tickets Online

This year’s celebration will take place on Saturday, October 27th, 2012 at The Bath Club. Costumed guest will be treated to unlimited top shelf cocktails as well as delicious food prepared by the best Miami Beach restaurants and caterers. Music from superstar DJs will resonate throughout one of Miami Beach’s most timeless and exclusive venues. Emmy Award winning LIVE IT Productions International will produce Nightmare on the Beach. Attendees will celebrate the evening knowing they are contributing to a noble mission, one that offers opportunity and lifechanging experience to the disadvantaged youth of South Florida.

All proceeds from Nightmare On The Beach benefit the Little Lighthouse Foundation (LLF). LLF focuses on supporting families who face medical, educational, emotional and financial challenges.

Shula’s 40th Anniversary VIP Kickoff Party Cocktail Reception 10/11/12-10/12/12

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Shula’s 40th Anniversary VIP Kickoff Party Cocktail Reception
Shulas40thanniversaryposterThursday October 11th &  Friday October 12th from 5pm – 8pm
Shula’s at The Alexander Hotel
5225 Collins A venue
Miami Beach, FL  33140
To R.S.V.P. contact Dana Gordon dgordon@alexanderhotel.com (305) 341-6500 E xt. 2882

Join us  in the No Name L ounge of Shula’s Steak House Miami Beach to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Don Shula’s “17-0” perfect season with the Miami Dolphins!

This event is free of charge and  includes hors d’oeuvres, a champagne toast and complimentary valet parking!

We will be featuring a special limited edition cocktail served in a Don Shula etched glass to take home. Come and purchase this lim ited edition orange and blue cocktail and receive the chance to name this “No Name Cocktail” by entering our name the cocktail contest!

Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce Welcomes Kokoriko to the Neighborhood 10/10/12

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Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce Invite you to Welcome Kokoriko to the Neighborhood
kokoriko-flyerWednesday, October 10th, 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Kokoriko
1111 SW First Ave
Miami Fl 33130
rsvp@fabulousmiami.com  by Tuesday, October 9th 2012

Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce Invites you to Welcome Kokoriko Natural Rotisserie to the Brickell Neighborhood

Join us for the Movers & Shakers Business Networker

All guests to the networker will receive a complimentary preferred customer value card

Please bring plenty of business cards to promote your business and expand your network of contacts

The Ultimat Bartender Competition 10/9/12

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The Ultimat Bartender Competition
vandykeOctober 9th from 7 to 9pm
Van Dyke Café
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.thevandykecafe.com

RSVP to mara@graspagroup.com

Join us this tomorrow for some creative libations as top bartenders from Lincoln Road battle it out to win the Ultimat price!

Enjoy sample cocktails creations and complimentary appetizers! 
1: Basil Berries by Luis Alarcon
2: Ultimat Rosemary by Emanuele Giacoletto
3: After the Beach by Luis Galdamez
4: Blueberry Cucumber Blast by Kristen Reed
5: Tirameblue by Diego de Sanctis
6: Melon Ginger Motini by Marlon Gazza

Live performance after the contest by Sigmund Floyd Band – South Florida’s top Pink Floyd tribute band!

Tacos and Tatas Tuesdays at Rocco’s Tacos and Tequila Bar Benefiting Susan G. Komen in October 2012

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Tacos and Tatas Tuesdays at Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar Benefiting Susan G. Komen
October 2012
Fort Lauderdale – 1313 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL | 954.524.9550
Boca Raton – 5250 Town Center Circle, Boca Raton, FL | 561.416.2131
West Palm Beach –224 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL | 561.650.100 
Palm Beach Gardens – 5090 PGA Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL | 561.429.4758
Orlando  – 7468 West Sand Lake Road, Orlando, FL 32819 | 407.226.0550
 
"Tacos & Tatas Tuesdays" is back! The entire month of October, all five Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar locations will donate a percentage of their famed Taco Tuesday sales to breast cancer research via Susan G. Komen. Last year, Rocco’s Tacos donated $15,000 to the South Florida affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, and with two new restaurants in the expanding empire, owner Rocco Mangel has set a goal of $25,000 for 2012. 
 
For $14.99 per person, guests can chow down on all-you-can-eat tacos including Rocco’s signature chicken, pork, steak, beef, mushroom, shrimp or mahi tacos, each outfitted with all the fixings. The special is available every Tuesday from open to close and drinks specials start at 7 pm including $5 tequila drinks & shots, $15 margarita pitchers, $3 Mexican beers & $6 ultimate vodka drinks. 
 
In hopes of generating additional contributions, anytime Rocco is on the bar in his custom-made breast cancer awareness pink patent leather shoes, he’ll pour complimentary tequila as a thank you. Any supporter that donates $100 or more will also receive a bottle of Rocco’s own namesake Milagro Tequila to take home. You can catch him at all five locations. Follow him on his Facebook fanpage to find out where he’ll be at www.Facebook.com/RoccosTacos.

Wine and Fashion Week at Toscana Divino 10/8/12-10/12/12

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Wine & Fashion Week
Oct. 8-12: daily from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Aperitivo Italiano social hours and Chef’s Tasting Dinner
Oct. 8,9,10,12: Informal fashion shows and creations of handcrafted handbags with master tailors from Scuola di Pelletteria di Firenze
Oct. 9 & 11: Art creations by Maestro Alessandro Reggioli
Toscana Divino
900 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33130

RSVP specifying date at: events@toscanadivino.com
For table reservations
For more information

Toscana Divino announces its inaugural Wine & Fashion Florence Week, an annual line up of dining, fashion and cultural experiences straight from Italy. At the peak of grape harvesting season in Chianti Rufina, Toscana Divino celebrates its wines, famous for being elegant, well balanced and full-bodied.

The tribute to Tuscany also shows off Italy’s latest and tastiest creations on the heels of fashion industry’s most famous week in Milan. The immersion experience features Executive Chef Julian Baker and Michelin Star Chef Marco Stabile L’accademia della Cucina Italiana menu designed exclusively for Toscana Divino’s Wine & Fashion Florence Week. Each day presents traditional, organic dishes and wine pairings from the region’s top labels.
Tuscany’s top sommeliers and winemakers will spend the week in Miami, sharing their passions for pairings. Every evening will kick off with the Italian-inspired “Aperitivo Italiano” social hour, offering complimentary bites and cocktails.

In a country that’s all about good taste and craftsmanship passed from generation to generation, Wine & Fashion Florence Week brings rich “Made in Italy” traditions to informal fashion shows, with Florentine designers stitching exotic bags on premise, along with master tailors from Scuola di Pelletteria di Firenze, Florence’s top innovative luxury leather producer.

Italy’s thriving artist community also comes to Miami. Maestro Alessandro Reggioli, famed for Contemporary Tuscan-inspired masterpieces, exhibits Tuesday and Thursday during Wine & Fashion Week, where he’ll create original pieces inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci’s themes, “The Flight” and “The Heart.”

“This is a new beginning of what is going to be a great Miami tradition,” says Tommaso Morelato, owner of Toscana Divino.

“Toscana Divino, a Beacon Council project, is a unique concept, comprised of the public and private sector of Tuscany and the region’s small and medium sized producers of the Fashion-Lifestyle industry," said Frank R. Nero, President & CEO of The Beacon Council. "The Beacon Council is delighted to see Toscana Divino’s efforts from its Miami-based location, the first of its kind from Tuscany, and its investment in our community.”

Rina Yoga Celebrates Grand Opening Of New Studio 10/12/12

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Rina Yoga Celebrates Grand Opening Of New Studio
RinaOctober 12, 12pm-9pm
Rina Yoga
1250 Coral Way
Miami, FL
www.rinayoga.com

Rina Yoga, one of Miami’s favorite studios, will be celebrating the opening of its third location in the Roads, with a day full of free events, followed by a Grand Opening Party.  Rina Yoga takes a holistic approach to wellness and, in conjunction with neighbor, Lifefood Gourmet, and pop-up shop Calamarie Eco-Accessories, is excited to offer locals a destination where mind, body, and soul are nourished through the practice of yoga, healthy food, and sustainable fashion.

“I have always made it my goal to create a community that encourages others to lead healthier and happier lives,” says Rina Jakubowicz, Founder of Rina Yoga. “With our newest location, we are getting involved with other individuals, organizations, and businesses that have similar values and visions.  Together, we will be offering a place where health & wellness are celebrated and we can’t wait to kick it all off at our grand opening!”

Free yoga classes, a healthy cooking demo, eco-shopping experience, and fashion show are just some of the events taking place, designed to give you a taste of what Rina Yoga is all about.  Rina Yoga’s Grand Opening Day will be offering the following free events on October 12th: 

12-1:15pm – Vinyasa Yoga with Rina Jakubowicz
1:30-2pm – Lifefood Gourmet Demo with John Schott     
2:30-3:30pm – Eco-styling with Sustainable Stylist, Katherine Limon, & Catalina Lemaitre
4-4:30pm – Kids Yoga with Lauranda Hook     
7:30pm – Grand Opening Party 
8:30pm – Sustainable Fashion Show, featuring Calamarie Eco-Accessories and I Love Yoga Conscious Clothing, modeled by Rina Yoga teachers.

There will be an array of fabulous raffle prizes, with tickets selling for only $5, and all proceeds will benefit at-risk youth through yoga by local non-profit, Yoga Gangsters. Yoga Gangsters empowers youth by addressing the symptoms of trauma and poverty through the science and practice of yoga.  

“Yoga isn’t just for adults anymore,” says Rina Jakubowicz.  “It’s for everyone!  Yoga helps kids with concentration, balance, confidence, and relaxation. And most importantly, it shows kids how to have fun while doing exercise. I love the work Yoga Gangsters is doing for our community and I’m honored to have them benefit from our Grand Opening Day at Rina Yoga in the Roads.”

Founded in 2005 by Rina Jakubowicz, Rina Yoga has created a loyal community by always striving to provide only the highest quality classes in an atmosphere that supports warmth, compassion and inspiration.  Passionate and experienced Rina Yoga teachers are ready to share their knowledge and know-how with students looking to enhance their practice, feel healthier, and find peace.  Rina’s other locations are in Coral Gables and in Downtown at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel. For more information on Rina Yoga, please visit www.rinayoga.com. 

Red Dot Art Fair 12/4/12-12/9/12

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Red Dot Art Fair
reddotTuesday, December 4th,
Opening Reception to benefit The Task Force, 6 PM – 10 PM
Wednesday, December 5th, 11 AM – 7 PM
Thursday, December 6th, 11 AM – 8 PM
Friday, December 7th, 11 AM – 8 PM
Saturday, December 8th, 11 AM – 8 PM
Sunday, December 9th, 11 AM – 6 PM
Wynwood Art District
NW 31st Street and NE 1st Avenue (Midtown Blvd.)
Miami, FL 33137
www.reddotfair.com.

Red Dot Art Fair is pleased to announce its return to the Wynwood Art District in Miami, December 5 – December 9, 2012.  Red Dot will remain in the same prime location, adjacent to Art Miami Scope and Art Asia, which run concurrent to Art Basel Miami Beach.

The opening reception on Tuesday, December 4th will benefit The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, a not-for-profit organization providing services to empower LGBT community and bring equality.  Red Dot is proud to support such a great cause.

Red Dot Fair strives to create a fair for galleries specializing in emerging, mid-career and established artists that present work of lasting value.  Under the direction of Red Dot owner George Billis, approximately 70 international modern and contemporary art galleries will feature painting, photography and works on paper.

Red Dot Fair will again present a one-thousand square foot sculpture garden, showcasing outstanding large-scale indoor and outdoor sculptures created by prominent modern artists from around the world.  This year Red Dot will also debute Solo Projects – a solo section featuring smaller booths for single artist project.

The luxurious layout of the 60 thousand square foot tented venue will provide visitors with a sophisticated and friendly environment to view artwork presented by the galleries.

Brother Jimmy’s BBQ Miami Texas Tuesdays Starts 10/9/12

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Brother Jimmy’s BBQ Miami "Texas Tuesdays"
TexasTues_postcard_printEvery Tuesday, Starting October 9th
Line Dancing Lessons 8-9pm
Live DJ, Dancing & Drink Specials 9pm-12am
Brother Jimmy’s BBQ Miami-Mary Brickell Village
900 S. Miami Avenue Suite 135
Miami, FL 33130

Brother Jimmy and his Southern ways have quickly made an impression on the Brickell bar scene, doing things a bit different. Starting this October 9th, Brother Jimmy’s BBQ Miami will continue to serve up their unique brand of Southern fun with the launch of “Texas Tuesdays, The Best Lil’ Honky Tonk in Miami.”

Starting at 8pm, a crew of professional line dancers will provide a crash course on everything a newcomer needs to know to pull off the Texas Two-Step, Boot Scootin’ Boogie and even the Watermelon Crawl, in style.

Whether a Yankee amateur or seasoned cowboy, with 2-for-1 drinks, and Miami’s Top Country DJ, DJ Risi spinning all of the Honky Tonk hits, Tuesday’s at Brother Jimmy’s Miami will be that something different you’ve been looking for!!

CREW-Miami Cocktails, Community and Connections Silver Jubilee 10/18/12

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CREW-Miami Invites You to "Cocktails, Community & Connections – Silver Jubilee"
image002Thursday, October 18, 2012, 5:30 p.m.
396 Alhambra Circle 
Coral Gables, Florida

Members: $55.00, Non-Members: $65.00 with RSVP by October 13
(After: $75.00)
Free Valet Parking

CREW-Miami invites you to celebrate its 25th anniversary at its tenth annual Cocktails, Community & Connections Event. This year, the event will treat guests to cocktails, a fabulous silent auction and late dancing. Join Miami’s real estate and business professionals for an evening of networking and celebration, while raising funds to support the Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade and CREW-Miami’s programs.

Patterns for PAWS at DCOTA 10/10/12

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Patterns for PAWS
PFP InviteWednesday, Oct. 10th at 11:00 a.m.
DCOTA
1855 Griffin Road
Dania Beach, FL 33004

Tickets start at $85.00 or designer seats are available at $125.00 (designer seats are limited).
For more information, or to purchase tickets, please call 954-266-6827.

Pedigree pups and adoptable pets from the Humane Society of Broward County will sashay down the runway, presenting a collection of couture canine apparel on Wednesday, October 10 at PAWS’ 4th annual “Patterns for PAWS” event.   This highly popular event, taking place at the newly renovated Design Center of the Americas (DCOTA), has become a favorite among animal lovers.  Event co-chairs, Luann Alorro and Tara Forman, promise that guests will be astounded by the one-of-a-kind collaborations from the industry’s most celebrated designers and showrooms.
 
The day begins at 11:00 a.m. with a cocktail hour where guests will be able to bid on an array of items in the silent auction.  In addition, there will be prize drawing tickets available for the chance to win a fabulous spa on location package from Tease Salon and also a custom made designer dog bed.  Guests will also have the opportunity to visit with some of the adorable pets from the Humane Society of Broward County and even adopt while they are there.  Once lunch begins at 12:30 p.m. a highly anticipated doggie fashion show will be underway. 
 
This event would not be possible without the generous support of the following sponsors: DCOTA, Christine & Austin Forman, Christy & Andrew Gumberg, Lys & Bill Rubin, Dianne & George Bunnell and Ingrid & Brian Poulin, Tara & Miles Forman, Jeannie & Steve Hudson – Bimini Boatyard Bar & Grill, Tease Salon, Lilac And Lilies, Premier Beverage Company, Wilson Daniels, Laetitia, Sweeter Days, Fresh & Fabulous Creations, Little’s Photography and Betty’s Model Group.

Proceeds from Patterns for PAWS will benefit the Humane Society of Broward County and will help find homes for thousands of homeless animals.

Wines of Portugal Unveiled at Grand Tasting Open to the Public 10/10/21

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Wines of Portugal Unveiled at Grand Tasting Open to the Public
choosing-wine-lrWednesday, October 10, 2012 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Smith & Wollensky
1 Washington Avenue, South Pointe
Miami Beach, FL 33139
                       
Dinner Reservations: 305.673.2800
Valet Parking: $9.00
Public parking also available 
 
$75.00 for two tickets
Available online at EventBrite.com
Cash only at the door

Wines of Portugal invites enthusiasts to indulge in the willowy, watery meadows of the Tejo region on October 10 at 6:00 p.m., by way of South Pointe, Miami Beach at Smith & Wollensky.  Wine lovers will be privy to a unique, all-you-can-drink, tasting of 100 distinct wines hailing from the hillier areas that rise out of the River Tagus (Tejo in Portuguese) in southwest Portugal.  The region’s offerings range from gentle, easy-drinking reds, rosés and fruity wines, and aromatic whites for everyday quaffing, to more complex wines from the drier hills.

Participating wines and producers include:
§  Atela’s Blend 2007 (Quinta da Atela): Ruby color, complex notes of berries, mint and a hint of toast; well-balanced with good acidity and quality tannins on the finish
§  Bridão Touriga Nacional 2009 (Adega Coorperativa do Cartaxo): Red wine intense with fruity notes of lemon, while soft and balanced with a long finish
§  Casal do Conde 2010 (Casal do Conde): An elegant, complex wine with structure and outstanding tannins; exudes an aroma of red fruit and jam with good ageing ability
§  Colheira Selecconada Branco 2010 (Quinta da Lapa): Full bodied, fresh and modern white wine, with deep notes of tropical fruit
§  Fiuza Premium Cabernet Sauvignon & Touriga Nacional (Fiuza & Bright): Modern and stylish with pronounced black berry fruit, black chocolate and spicy notes with structure
§  Mythos 2008 (Casal da Coehlheira): Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca and Carbernet Sauvignon, with malolactic fermentation and matured in French oak barrels
§  Terra Silvestre Reserve 2010 (Agro-Batoréu): Strong violet color with a very complex fruity aroma and pronounced vanilla flavor; well-balanced in the mouth, smooth and persistent
§  Quinta do Casal Monteiro Chardonnay & Arinto 2010 (Quinta do Casal Monteiro): Intense ripe fruit, peach and tropical aromas, bodied with hints of vanilla from its oaked fermentation process
§  Quinta do Falcão 2011 (Quinta do Falcão): A bright white wine whose mineral notes add powerful freshness to its intense and fruity aroma
§  Vila Jardim Tinto 2009 (Quinta Vale do Armo): Intense garnet color; good presence of fruity flavors with balanced acidity, fresh taste and persistent finish

Opening New Theatre’s Educating Rita by Willy Russell 10/12/12-10/28/12

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Opening New Theatre’s Educating Rita by Willy Russell
EDUCATING RITA Photo AOctober 12 – 28, 2012
New Theatre at the Roxy Performing Arts Center
1645 SW 107th Avenue
Miami, FL 33165

Performance times:
Thursday – Saturday at 8 pm &
Sunday at 1 pm and Sunday at 5:30 pm performances on October 21 & 28. 
 
Ticket information:
Thursdays & Sunday evenings: $35
All other performances $ 40.
For tickets, call (305) 443-5909
Or visit www.new-theatre.org

Student Rush (under 25 with ID) Ticket:  $15 at the door based on availability

New Theatre ignites the Mainstage with the sizzling award winning comedy, Educating Rita by Willy Russell, running October 12 – 28, 2012. 
 
A brash and free spirited hairdresser Rita enrolls at the local university and turns her boozy and burnt-out professor’s life upside down.   Educating Rita originally premiered in London in 1980 and this updated version of the play is currently enjoying a successful British revival tour.

“A truly great play! Willy Russell is a writer of genuine nobility of spirit, with a rare gift for empathy, observation, and sheer humanity.” — London Telegraph

"A marvelous play, painfully funny and passionately serious; a hilarious social documentary; a fairy tale with a quizzical, half happy ending." – London Times

Under the direction of Literary Manager Steven A. Chambers, the cast consists of the powerhouse duo of New Theatre veterans Dawn A. A. Plummer and Peter Haig, who returns to the New Theatre stage after a 15 year absence.  The team includes:  Production Stage Manager, Jerry Jensen with Scenic Designer: Ricky J. Martinez, Sound Designer: R. Kent Wilson, Lighting Designer: Eric J. Cantrell and Set Construction: Trintec Construction, Inc.  Educating Rita is made possible in part by season programming support from the Miami Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Affairs Council, the Mayor, the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners.  

In addition to Educating Rita, the 2012-13 season will include the world premiere of Robert Caisley’s Happy — part of a National New Play Network Rolling World Premiere, John Pielmeier’s Agnes of God and a second as yet to be determined BOOMFROG! event.  Rounding out the season will be the world premiere of Artistic Director Ricky J. Martinez’s Road Through Heaven, a play from his trilogy In God’s Land.  (See full schedule at a glance at the end of the press release.)

Aventura Mall Hosts Annual Chocolate Festival 10/14/12

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Annual Chocolate Festival
Choc_Festival_9205Sunday, October 14, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m
Aventura Mall
19501 Biscayne Boulevard
Aventura, FL 33180

Satisfy that ever-present sweet tooth at Aventura Mall’s annual Chocolate Festival.  A chocoholic’s dream, the mall’s Center Court will showcase a decadent display of delicious morsels prepared by some of South Florida’s most popular restaurants and chocolatiers.

At this true celebration of all things chocolate, visitors tantalize their taste buds by purchasing tickets at the event ($1 each or 12 for $10) and exchanging them for the treats.  Plus, a special showcase will feature chocolate-inspired fashion accessories designed by students from Ai Miami International University of Art & Design.

The Chocolate Festival also includes a kids’ chocolate station and raffles for fabulous prizes will be held throughout the event.  Proceeds benefit the Children’s Craniofacial Association.

Chocolate Festival participants include: B.C. Tacos, FIU Culinary School, Timo, Turnberry Isle, Turnberry Ocean Colony, Porto Vita, Grand Lux, Munch Cakes, Crepe Maker, Sweet Tooth, Le Chocolatier, Dolce Picatta, Hip Pops, Dolce Cupcakes, We Take the Cake, The Sweet Ideas and more.

For more information, call 305-935-1110.

Taste of Peru 2012 Press Release

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Miami, Florida-September 20, 2012. Taste of Peru 2012 unquestionably the most important Gastronomic Festival in the United States launches its 3rd Annual Gastronomic Festival. TASTE OF PERU 2012 has been recognized as one of the most important culinary demonstrations of the United States and its organized every year by the Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of South Florida (PACCSF). This unique event will be held from 9th thru 11th of November at the world renowned Miami Airport Convention Center (MACC).

The Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of South Florida’s prime objective is to promote in Miami (So. Florida), Peru’s cuisine, tourism, trade opportunities and culture. This Event is co-sponsored by the Consulate of Peru in Miami, Marca Perú, Sierra Exportadora, Taca Airlines, Cristal – Cuzquena and Goya Foods among other prestigious organizations.

Peru’s Ambassador to Washington Harold Forsyth, “Padrino of Taste of Peru 2012” will cut the ribbon at the Grand Opening Ceremony. “I’m deeply humbled to have received this honor bestowed on me by the Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of South Florida”. “We certainly encourage and support any initiative to promote the commercialization of our Peruvian products and of course the culinary art of Peru” proudly commented Peru’s Ambassador to Washington DC, Hon. Harold Forsyth.

Taste of Peru 2012 will feature local restaurants from Peru to delight our palates with the best of Peruvian cuisine. Local area restaurants from like El Chalan, Chalan on the Beach, Aromas del Peru, Divino Ceviche, Goyo Pollo, Mixtura, Pisco O, Pisco Viejo Tonel, Pisco Don Benedicto, among others will be the key exhibitors of Taste of Peru 2012.

Event venues will include culinary live demonstrations led by famous world renowned Chefs Bocchio, Benoit and Pesaque . there will be “ Pisco competitions”, an attraction that has captivated the attention of bartenders from all nationalities not only from Peru but the United States as well.

Taste of Peru 2012 theme this year will focus on promoting different regions of Peru. The Loreto Region being one of those, has confirmed their participation this year in an effort to promote fruits and vegetables from their region.
“Perú continues to augment its culinary talent thus attracting top quality international attention to their culinary achievements and innovations,” said Maricarmen Sega, PACCSF President. “This is the ideal momento to further contribute to the food chain represented by farmers, exporters, chefs and restaurants of our country”, concluded Ms. Sega.

For more information, please contact the Ms. Melvi Dávila at 786-333-8371 or email info@tasteofperuusa.com

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David Castillo Gallery presents Quisqueya Henriquez’s After Some Twisted Lines Reception 10/11/12

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David Castillo Gallery presents Quisqueya Henriquez’s After Some Twisted Lines Reception
120Thursday, October 11, 6-10 pm
David Castillo Gallery
2234 NW 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33127

David Castillo Gallery is proud to present After Some Twisted Lines, Quisqueya Henríquez’s third solo show with the gallery. Henríquez deepens her investigation into appropriation, architectural form and Art History with new works in collage, fabric, video, and Rorschach technique.

After Some Twisted Lines grapples with the Lacanian condition, which asserts that entrance into language and visual representation tragically severs humans from the unadulterated real at birth. Henríquez challenges the impossibility of the real by exploring how we exist, communicate, and desire after some twisted lines. Rorschach references the psychological test for which a subject interprets inkblot images. Henríquez’s Rorschach test, bold in scale and ornithological in aesthetic, invites phenomenological response, affective relationships and pleasure. The artist builds a menagerie on the foundation of clinical analysis.

Darwin’s The Expression of the Emotions in Man and Animals is a seminal taxonomy of facial expression across species. To browse its pages is an exercise in the instability between self and other, originality and appropriation, art and research, procedure and spontaneity. Henríquez adapts this framework for the post-internet age. After Some Twisted Lines evokes the process of computer screen-capture that subtly informs the artist’s works in collage. The resulting artworks bear the names of renowned conceptual artists, from Surrealist Hannah Hoch to fashion, still life and portrait photographer Irving Penn. Henríquez’s collage emotes Dan Flavin’s fluorescent minimalism, Louise Lawler’s meta-photographs of artworks on exhibition, and Gordon Matta-Clark’s site-specific interventions upon abandoned buildings. The dominance of social media and virtual exchange has led Olga Goriunova to coin autocreativity, a methodology for thinking creativity as an assemblage of human, technical and social. Henríquez works at the forefront of autocreativity to make salient the continuity between appropriation and network.

After Some Twisted Lines lays bare the problematic of making artwork within Art History; locating materiality within semiotics; inhabiting the intimacy of interior within architectural countenance; and recognizing beauty within a network culture that numbers it a scarce resource. Henríquez gives form to what Arakawa and Gins theorize as "body-wide" modes of sensing, and does so in full view of convergence culture. Henríquez asks the viewer to defy the shortcomings of simulation and lust after the real.

Henríquez was born in Havana, Cuba and lives and works in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. After graduating from the Instituto Superior de Arte in Havana, Cuba, Henríquez has exhibited throughout Latin America, Europe, and the US. Her work is in important private and public collections including El Museo del Barrio, New York; Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami, FL; Miami Art Museum; Cintas Foundation, NY; Rhode Island School of Design; and Colección Patricia Phelps de Cisneros, NY, among others. Henríquez had a mid-career retrospective at the Bronx Museum of the Arts, which later traveled to Miami Art Museum. The artist’s recent solo exhibitions include the McColl Residency in North Carolina; BARNA and Centro Cultural de España, both in Dominican Republic. Among her recent group exhibitions are the Cintas Foundation, Miami and the Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami, FL.

Metropolis ATELIER 1022 Presents Susana Perla-Mendoza 10/13/12

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"Metropolis" – ATELIER 1022 Presents Susana Perla-Mendoza
Squabs-nest-1October 13, 2012, 7 PM
ATELIER 1022 Studio and Fine Art Gallery
2732 NW 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33127

ATELIER 1022 Studio and Fine Art Gallery in Wynwood presents "Metropolis" – a new urban inspired exhibit featuring the latest acid impressionist photo works by New York-based photographer Susana Perla-Mendoza. During the October Wynwood Art Walk.

Drive-by Big Band and Sam Savage Band at PAX 10/10/12

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Drive-by Big Band & Sam Savage Band @ PAX
41-atlg10/10/12, Doors: 8:00 pm
PAX: Performing Arts Exchange
337 S.W. 8 St.
Miami, Fl. 33130
(directly under the 95 overpass on your left)
305 640-5847
www.paxmiami.com
 
Drive-By Big Band is a professional 18 piece big band that was formed by Ryan Chapman and Major Bailey in 2009 to promote jazz big band music in the metro Atlanta area. This group is comprised primarily of Atlanta’s top professional musicians and incorporates a number of talented college students in order to enhance the overall sense of community among local artists. Ryan and Major were both awarded the opportunity to continue their education at the University of Miami and decided to create an incarnation of Drive-By Big Band in South Florida based on the same principles as the original.
SAM SAVAGE BAND
Sam Savage attended VCU in Richmond, VA as a Jazz Studies Major. Sam has been playing professionally for about 13 years. While in Richmond, Sam spent time playing in bands like: The Devil’s Workshop Big Band, Oregon Hill Funk All- Stars, Sambaosis, NoBS Brass Band, Gray-V, and his own group SavageJazz.

Hit Week, Mama Marjas and Boom da Bash at PAX 10/12/12

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81-atlgHit Week, Mama Marjas & Boom da Bash @ PAX
10/12/12, 10:00 pm
PAX: Performing Arts Exchange
337 S.W. 8 St.
Miami, Fl. 33130
(directly under the 95 overpass on your left)
305 640-5847
www.paxmiami.com
 
The Italian music scene is blowing up, rich with hip, vibrant sounds. Its regional music hubs spark everything from dubbed out reggae to high-energy rock, from electronic shimmer to jazz cool. HIT Week, now in its 6th year, is a great way to enjoy new Italian popular music. Visit HITWeek.it for details about the festival.
 
Maria Germinario, aka Mama Marjas, was born in 1986 and grew up in Apulia. Gifted with a vibrant voice and with a unique low timbre, she started singing when she was 6 years old together with her family orchestra (International Band). Mama Marjas is one of the most important and promising artists of the modern reggae Italian scene. She is very young and extremely talented , self-confident, rooted in reggae culture but, at the same time, versatile thanks to her solid musical culture.
 
BoomDaBash sees the light back in 2002 as a classic jamaican sound system, founded and brought into the world by Blazon, current dj, sound engineer and producer of the quartet. Slowly BoomDaBash outline progressively changes the features, along a path of artistic development that guide him towards the realization of the first official work, "A" (2008 ELIANTO EDITIONS).

¡Suénalo! at PAX 10/13/12

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¡Suénalo! @ PAX!
suenalo10/13/12, 10:00 pm
PAX: Performing Arts Exchange
337 S.W. 8 St.
Miami, Fl. 33130
(directly under the 95 overpass on your left)
305 640-5847
www.paxmiami.com
 
Doors open at 10 p.m.
$5 for all car2go members ($10 general admission) – all proceeds will go to
the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Campaign
-www.putonyourpinkbra.com
Free admission for all non-members that sign up for car2go on the spot ($10
plus 30 free minutes of drive time)
1. To sound, slap, or play upon a
musical instrument, object, or person.
 
Latin funk. Fusion. Jam band. Multicultural cocktail. Afro-Latin-Baby-Makin’-Descarga-Funk. Miami’s Suenalo has been crowned the Miami New Times’ Best of Miami Awards: Best Latin Rock Band in 2005, and most recently Best Latin Band in 2011. Even the lengthy hyphenated description the band came up with themselves falls short of the true breadth of what they represent. If Suenalo’s one of a kind fusion is hard to pinpoint, it’s only because no one’s ever done anything quite like it before.

Serendipity 3, Movie Night Special 10/1/12-10/29/12

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Serendipity 3, Movie Night Special!
Movie-3Mondays Throughout October, 12pm-12am
Serendipity 3 on Lincoln Road
1102 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL
http://www.facebook.com/serendipity3mia
 
Throughout the month of October, Serendipity 3 is offering a special “Movie Night” deal that is perfect for those who are looking to enjoy a night out on Lincoln Road! To redeem this deal, bring in your movie ticket stub from the same day and receive a complimentary cocktail with purchase of an appetizer or entrée.
 
Located just a few doors down from the South Beach Regal Cinemas, Serendipity 3 has become one of the top “Date Night” spots since opening last year.
 
The whimsical restaurant features a full bar and menu of All-American favorites such as Triple Decker Grilled Cheese, Crab Cake Salad and delicious desserts to share such as the famous Frrrozen Hot Chocolate or a giant slice of Red Velvet Cake.

RAW Miami presents Provocations 10/10/12

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RAW:Miami presents Provocations
October 10th, 2012, 8PM
The Stage
170 NE 38th Street, Miami
Website

It’s finally here! RAW:Miami’s last showcase of the 2012 season before our November RAWards show! This month we’re bringing you PROVOCATIONS, featuring HOT new artists, musical talent and of course a RAWsome fashion show!
What is RAW? RAW is an indie arts organization for artists, by artists. We focus on spotlighting indie underground talent to the public.
RAW Miami as Best Art Collective 2012 – Miami New Times Best of Miami
We can’t wait to see you there!

Coconut Grove Community Fall Thing 10/31/12

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Coconut Grove Community Fall Thing
fall-thing4x6cOctober 31st, 5:30pm – 9:30pm
Boys and Girls Club of Miami
2805 Southwest 32nd Ave
Miami, FL 33133
 
Coconut Grove Community Fall Thing
It’s a Free Event for the whole Family!
 
In celebration of Fall, Mosaic Miami church will be hosting the Coconut Grove Community Fall Thing. It’s a FREE event for the Whole Family on Wednesday October 31, 2012 from 5:30 pm until 9:30 pm.
 
There will be slides, a rock wall, face painting,balloons,costume contests,candy, candy, candy, and much
more, oh yea did we say Food Trucks!
 
“This is a safe fun Halloween alternative for families in the Coconut Grove and Gables area” Said Pastor Kevin Sutherland. “The event is Free and everyone is invited.”
 
Family, Food and Fun, Coconut Grove  Community Fall Thing. Dress up the kids and make plans to attend Wednesday October 31st.

EmpressionZ presents Rock Royalty CrownZ N’ GownZ 11/2/12

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EmpressionZ presents Rock Royalty: CrownZ N’ GownZ
November 2, 2012, 6:00pm- 9pm
Naomi’s Garden Vibes
650 NW 71st street
Miami, Fl 33150
To Purchase tickets
 
It’s TIME! EmpressionZ presents Rock Royalty: CrownZ N’ GownZ Fashion Show in Miami, Florida! Fulljoy the royal regalia of love, unity, good roots vibes and exquisite art as Coronation Day erupts into a starry night of high meditation and energy. EmpressionZ Exclusive Crochet Couture designers create an imperial lineage of handmade wearable art that is sure to leave witnesses in awe. Partake in the pre-show meet-n-greet topped with roots reggae chunes, ital appetizers and live entertainment before witnessing the majestic Coronation of The Emperor and Empress on the scene. Meet N’ Greet 6p-7:15p. Showtime @ 7:30p. TICKETS ON SALE NOW! Royal vibes and attire please. Peace.

The Art of a Cure 10/13/12

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The Art of a Cure
flyer-picSaturday, October 13, 2012, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Register Online
 
The Art of a Cure is back for the second year in Miami and will take place on Saturday, October 13 at the Coral Gables Art Museum.  All the proceeds from ticket sales and the silent auction will go towards the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation South Florida chapter.  Tickets can be purchased online at JDRF Events site.
 
The Art of a Cure will be an unforgettable evening to celebrate the arts, while raising awareness and funding research for diabetes.  Guests will be able to enjoy the cocktails, appetizers, silent auction, music and networking, as well as have their picture taken with fun props and poses at the photo booth.  Registration will begin at 7:00 p.m. and the silent auction will close at 9:30 p.m. 

Jon Pylypchuk Opening 10/12/12

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Jon Pylypchuk Opening
PylypchukI Won’t Give Up On You
Opening Reception Friday, October 12, 7-9 Pm
Fredric Snitzer Gallery
2247 NW 1st Place
Miami, FL 33127

October 12 – November 24, 2012

Fredric Snitzer Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of an exhibition of new work by LA-based artist Jon Pylypchuk. 
 
For his second solo exhibition at the gallery, Pylypchuk presents an installation of 85 sculptures and 10 small works on paper.  Deploying the logic of commodity critique within the space of theatrical installation,  cardboard forms, carefully spray-painted to resemble discarded cigarettes, stand on end in groups clustered  throughout the exhibition space.  Standing between 12 and 36 inches tall, the mimetic forms begin to take on anthropomorhipic silhouettes.
 
In this particular body of work, Pylypchuk has chosen signifiers of intentionality and mimicked them in sculptural form to thematize the material surplus of 20th century avant-garde practices.  If readymades  were a sort of 20th century social contract, offereing not-so-subtle advice on how to behave and look in accordance with a generalized social and moral code, cigarettes were momentary breaks with this contract.   Cigarettes condensed the more unruly aspects of subjectivity into disposable, micro intentionality signifiers.  In their dumb enactment of virtualization (a solid to a gas), they commemorated the loss of the avant-garde’s most cherished site of identification, its liquid reservoir of reflection, and inserted brief interruptions into the march of post-Fordist labor time.  The appropriation of the cigarette by the culture industry as lifestyle accessory, suggests that, contrary to popular belief, the melancholic character is one of the readymade’s intended users.
 
Pylypchuk’s work displays an impoverished and, in this case, dessicated, vernacular.  By populating the  traditional space of sculpture with readymade content, Pylypchuk places each on the same plane of  production.  Yet, Pylypchuk’s criticism of the commodity form has less to do with reified social relations than with its affective register.  The studio is conceived as a space to both bind and unbind the relation between the readymade and the body, the way the former structures the psychology of the latter.  There is a figurative quality to the sculptures, indicating that hyperreal anthropomorphism and discursive compression are one and the same process.
 
As with his previous bodies of work, Pylypchuk employs reflexive material procedures alongside a logic of consumerist selection to occupy the territory between use, display, and refusal.  These oversize and numerous works find antecedents in the positions of Arte Povera, post-Minimalism and Group Material as well as the material strategies of a legacy of artists as diverse as Piero Manzoni, Claes Oldenburg, Haim Steinbach, John Miller, and Mike Kelley.
 
Jon Pylypchuk was born in 1972 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canda and has been exhibiting his work since 1999.   He has had recent solo exhibitions at Tomio Koyama Gallery, Tokyo, Hussenot Gallery, Paris, and was in the 18th Biennial of Sydney.

8th Annual Florida Entertainment Summit 11/28/12-12/1/12

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8th Annual Florida Entertainment Summit
8th Annual Florida Entertainment SummitNov 28 – Dec 1, 2012
DoubleTree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay
1717 North Bayshore Drive
Miami, Florida, 33132
www.floridaentertainmentsummit.com

Fashion . Film . Music . Politics .

The Ultimate in Networking (& Partying) for the Entertainment Industry!

Wednesday, November 28, 2012
9am – 11am Teen Summit
8pm – 9pm Reception
9pm – 11pm Taping for Comedy Special

Thursday, November 29, 2012
9am – 11am Teen Summit
6pm – 8pm Film Pitching
8pm – 11pm Film Screening

Friday, November 30, 2012
9am – 11am Teen Summit
6pm – 10pm Power of Influence Awards Dinner & Fashion Show
11pm – Until Party

Saturday, December 1, 2012
12pm – 6pm Entertainment Mixer, Artist Showcase & DJ Drop Lounge
11pm – 2am Late Night Brunch & Toy Drive
Closing Night Party

Rubblebucket at the Funky Biscuit 10/25/12

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Rubblebucket at the Funky Biscuit
Thursday, October 25th at 8 pm
Funky Biscuit
303 Southeast Mizner Boulevard
Boca Raton, FL 33432
www.FunkyBiscuit.com

$10adv B| $12dos | 18+
Buy Tickets Online

We’re very excited to welcome Brooklyn’s Rubblebucket to the Funky Biscuit on Thursday, October 25th!  Achieving widespread respect as one of the most hyped bands on the circuit by mixing psychedelic indie rock, upbeat dance and radiant, left-field arrangements, this is a band that must be seen live. The eclectic seven-piece hit the festival scene hard this year including sets at Bonnaroo and Catskill Chill, and made their debut late night TV appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live. Catch them now at the intimate Funky Biscuit before they’re filling theaters. The Resolvers will get things started with their unique brand of ‘Big Band Reggae’.

Rubblebucket: Led by the musical couple of front woman Kalmia Traver and bandleader/trumpeter Alex Toth, Rubblebucket has spent the last four years building a reputation as a band that blurs the lines between psychedelic indie rock, upbeat dance, and radiant, left-field arrangements. The band’s 2011 album “Omega La La” marked a milestone for Rubblebucket. Recorded at Plantain/DFA Studios with Producer Eric Broucek (LCD Soundsystem, Cut Copy)) the band dipped into everything from dancey indie-pop arrangements to Fela-Kuti inspired afro-beat stomps. The record has earned a wealth of praise, with Paste Magazine calling it “instrumentally rich but catchy enough to ass-kick Katy Perry off the pop charts (in a just world)—mega-melodic without sacrificing an ounce of atmosphere or creativity. Rubblebucket has graced the stage at Bonnaroo, All Good, High Sierra, moe.down, Catskill Chill, and many other festivals. In June 2012 they made their debut late night TV appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live and they celebrated the release of a new EP “Oversaturated” in September. Video from Jimmy Kimmel Live: http://bit.ly/SAi80h | www.Rubblebucket.com

The Resolvers: Hailing from South Florida, The Resolvers play ‘Big Band Reggae.’ As the name implies, the new sound draws influences from classic Jamaican Reggae, Rocksteady and Ska along with American Rock, Jazz, Funk and Soul. Their live show has been described as explosive with up to ten musicians on stage including five singers and the “Dirty Hamsa Horn Stars”, a powerful four-piece horn section. Each individual member brings their personal influences and inspirations to the collective sound. To brother & sister vocalists Ojay and Sahara Smith, reggae music is a family legacy. Their father, Ernie Smith, is the well-known Jamaican reggae singer who penned classics such as "Duppy Gunman" and “Bend Down”, among others. The Resolvers new album, Big Band Reggae (March 2012) debuted at Number 5 on the Billboard Reggae Charts and completely erases any notion of what you thought reggae music was capable of. The Resolvers have shared the stage with The Wailers, Stephen Marley, Damian Marley, Inner Circle, Yellowman and Lee ‘Scratch’ Perry along many other world renowned acts in major International festivals such as Marley Fest, Jamaican Jazz & Blues Fest, SunFest, AURA Music & Arts Festival, Dub Fest and more. www.TheResolvers.com

Knight Foundation Grant People Choice Awards 2012

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Knight Foundation Grant People Choice Awards
Voting is via TEXT to 305-767-2200.
Last day to vote is October 22, 2012
KnightArts.org/peopleschoice

It’s all about VOTING! Not just in the Presidential elections, but also to support the arts in South Florida.

The decision to choose which organization gets a $20,000 check from the Knight Foundation is now in the hands of the people! The Knight Foundation has chosen five excellent south Florida arts organizations to compete in a public vote for a big grant. You know that Soul Of Miami is totally non-partisan, but we do encourage you to vote!

These organizations have been selected for an opportunity to win this money, un-restricted money to be used in ways they need and the Knight Foundation is moving the decision-making process out of their hands and into ours.

The organizations are:
1) 6th Street Dance Studio, a nonprofit dance studio in Little Havana
2) Arts Garage, a cultural hug in Palm Beach
3) FUNDarte, county wide presentor of multi-cultural exhibits and performances
4) LAB Miami, Wynwood, a co-working space at the intersection of art and business
5) Urgent, Inc. of North Dade, working in part with the arts to revitalize urban communities

Now in its fifth year, the Knight Arts Challenge is a community-wide contest for the best ideas for the arts. Sponsored by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, the challenge has invested $17 million in projects that help bring South Florida together through culture.

This year, as a way of bringing more attention to smaller groups, Knight Foundation is asking the public to vote by text for their favorite of the five. The group that receives the most votes will get $20,000 in unrestricted funds to use for a project.

Each People’s Choice nominee is a finalist in the 2012 Knight Arts Challenge and is still eligible for a challenge grant. Winners of both the challenge and the People’s Choice Award will be announced Dec. 3.

“So much of the exciting art in South Florida is at the ground level. We want to make sure everybody knows about these groups and the work they are doing to engage people through the arts,” said Dennis Scholl, Knight Foundation’s vice president/ arts.

“The five People’s Choice nominees bring credence to the idea that Miami is a place where ideas are built. Our collective creativity is limitless,” said Matt Haggman, Miami program director for Knight Foundation.

Text your vote to 305-767-2200 by October 22, 2012

Text 1 for 6th Street Dance Studio

Text 2 for Arts Garage

Text 3 for FUNDarte

Text 4 for LAB Miami

Text 5 for Urgent, Inc.

Festival Of Souls Halloween Season at The Village at Gulfstream Park 10/4/12-10/31/12

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Festival Of Souls
FINAL-fos-poster-flatOctober 4th 2012 until October 31st 2012.
The Village at Gulfstream Park
901 S Federal Hwy
Hallandale Beach, FL 3300
www.festivalofsouls.com

The Monster Agency Announces The Terrifying 1st Annual Festival of Souls this October 2012, this year’s Premier Halloween Event in South Florida.

The Festival Of Souls is a 19 day Halloween event featuring an 8,000 Square ft. Haunted House known as the Demon Mansion, so frightening it will test your will and shake your courage as you make your way through a labyrinth of demons and creatures of the night.

The Festival of Souls invites all ghouls, vampires, witches, ghosts and goblins to come out and celebrate the scariest holiday of the year.

The festival’s second attraction is expected to be a major hit with aspiring zombie hunters as well. Ever wish you could shoot real Zombie’s? Well, here’s your chance. The Zombie Safari Paint Ball Hayride is A part of the Festival of Souls, as is night after night of phantasmagorical music, straight from the festival’s Resident Evil DJ, whose otherworldly tunes will entice, excite, and electrify visitors.

Vernissage David Benoliel at Villa Azur 10/18/12

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David Benoliel VernissageThursday, October 18, 2012 at 7pm
Villa Azur Restaurant
309 23rd Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139

RSVP at 305-763-8688 or info@villaazurmiami.com

Villa Azur will host the unveiling of the David Benoliel photography exhibit (on display until November 22nd).

David Benoliel is a French photographer living in the United States between New York and Miami. David is best known for his work in fashion and beauty photography. He is highly-skilled in selecting models who look statuesque and striking, as well as at photo-manipulation and post-processing. The result is a collection of nearly perfect faces, which have garnered Benoliel publication in numerous magazines, as well as an entire host of accolades.
www.davidbenolielphotography.com

Manchester Business School Executive Master Class On Game Theory 10/10/12

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Manchester Business School Executive Master Class On Game Theory
Wednesday, October 10, 2012. 6:00 p.m.
Manchester Business School Miami – Americas Centre
200 S. Biscayne Blvd. Suite 500
Miami, FL 33131

Free
Please RSVP to Melissa Holland at melissa.holland@mbs.ac.uk  by October 7 to reserve your place.

Manchester Business School –Americas Centre will host the Master class, “Patterns and Predictions: Applying Game Theory Tools to Business.”
           
The executive lecture, delivered by world-renowned Professor Patrick McNutt, will give attendees the opportunity to learn about the application of game embedded theory in international business.  In the business world, long term strategy is continually changing but if you know what to look for, patterns can be observed. In this Master class, Professor McNutt uses real time case studies to explain why business strategists should look more closely for patterns in order to isolate a competitor’s strategy set from an evolving string of actions and reactions in the market-as-a-game. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with seasoned executives from the Miami area, in addition to learning from one of Europe’s foremost thinkers in game theory.

A reception will follow the lecture.

Manchester Business School (MBS) is the UK’s largest campus-based business and management school and is ranked 31st in the world by the Financial Times in 2012. It provides undergraduate, postgraduate and custom-made executive business education for private and public sector organizations. Visit www.mbs.ac.uk for more information.

Sip & Spa Passionate about Pink 10/25/12

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Sip & Spa is passionate about PINK
Thursday, October 25, 2012, 6:00 p.m. to10:00 p.m.
The Palms Hotel & Spa
3025 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33140
www.thepalmshotel.com

The final Sip & Spa Thursday event of 2012 is dedicated to breast cancer survivors! Champion for breast cancer awareness and join us on Thursday, October 25 for passionately PINK sipping, spa-ing, and socializing.  What can you expect: an unbeatable combination of half-off drinks at Essensia Lounge and half-off of spa and salon services at The Palms Aveda Spa. The Palms Hotel & Spa will donate a percentage of the day’s proceeds to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
 
Breast Cancer Research Foundation is the first and largest not-for-profit organization dedicated to funding innovative research on the causes of and treatment for breast cancer. Since its founding, the Foundation has raised over $330 million to support clinical and translational research at medical institutions across the globe conducting the most advanced and promising breast cancer research that will help lead to prevention and a cure in our lifetime.
 
This is your final opportunity to take advantage of 50% off all spa and salon services from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Complimentary mini spa treatments will also be available on the Essensia Lounge Terrace. For spa reservations, please call 305.908.5460. Space is limited.
 
Essensia Lounge entices happy hour aficionados with 50% off all cocktails and wine and a special $9 bar bites menu from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. In addition, Sip & Spa-ers will enjoy a complimentary specialty PINK cocktail station between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
 
The weekly happy hour comes to an end on Thursday, October 25 from 6:00 p.m. to10:00 p.m. at Essensia Lounge featuring tunes by DJ LeeOr and from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at The Palms Aveda Spa. Valet parking is $9.00 for Sip & Spa guests.

Spinello Projects Presents Solo Exhibition Lock Them Out And Bar The Door. Lock Them Out Forevermore by Manny Prieres Opening Reception 10/13/12

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Spinello Projects Presents Solo Exhibition Lock Them Out And Bar The Door. Lock Them Out Forevermore by Manny Prieres Opening Reception
spinelloSaturday, October 13, 7 PM – 12 AM
Spinello Projects
2930 NW 7th Ave
Miami, FL 33127.

Miami-based artist Manny Prieres is part anthropologist, part draftsman, part historical scavenger as he translates the dark beauty of marginalized literature and film into an expertly crafted aesthetic practice. His latest solo exhibition with Spinello Projects, Lock Them Out And Bar The Door. Lock Them Out Forevermore. aims to present reinventions of banned or censored publications that have, for a contemporary audience, curious (and often ironic) new meanings.

In 1922, visionary Danish filmmaker Benjamin Christensen created a documentary/horror film depicting the potent superstitions and mythologies surrounding Satanism and the hysteria of the Medieval Christian clergy to purge themselves (and others) of its strange lures. Häxan (trans. ‘The Witches’) portrayed sacrilegious rituals and demonic possessions with suggestive imagery of self-flagellation, forbidden sexual gestures and Inquisition-sponsored torture. Reenacted in painstaking detail using drawings and descriptions from Malleus Maleficarum (a 15th century ‘how-to’ for clergymen to prosecute suspected witches or devil-worshippers), Christensen’s once widely banned creation has since become a critically relished, wildly popular cult classic. Its 1968 re-release featured a dramatic narration by William S. Burroughs, opening the film with the words LOCK THEM OUT AND BAR THE DOOR. LOCK THEM OUT FOREVERMORE.

Circulating within three distinct bodies of work, Prieres injects a passionate interest the methodologies of printmaking, publishing, graphic design, and classical drafting into silkscreen and tone on tone drawings. The works themselves: 30 black tone-on-tone drawings made identical in scale to 30 books which were (and some still are) banned or challenged by various organizations in the Western Hemisphere (including the United States), four individual silkscreen prints of four books whose entire textual content has been superimposed layer on top of consecutive layer, and ten additional tone-on-tone drawings intertwining subversive statements or propaganda atop innocent, decorative floral graphics. With mathematical precision, Prieres hypothesizes the effect of text on itself and his viewers; books and their content offer ideas that contrast, contradict and cancel themselves outright. Titles that held fearful, but dangerously exciting, implications half a century ago have now become mainstream. The effect of words on words becomes a dialectic blackout, as the visual result bears startling, uncanny resemblances to the personalities of the authors and their works. At its terminus, the exhibition challenges its viewers to consider how each book or film was, before they knew it, a target of elimination. Now, it is the stuff of cultural sublimation.

Manny Prieres was born in Madrid, Spain in 1972. His work has been featured in, group exhibitions at The Bass Museum of Art, the Miami Art Museum, and galleries in Auckland, Istanbul, Los Angeles, New York and Miami. Prieres was selected for an eighteen month-long residency in 2010 with LegalArt Miami and has been included in publications such as The Miami Herald, ArtNexus, Art Papers and Artnet Online. Prieres lives and works in Miami.

Downtown Miami Riverwalk Festival 11/10/12

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Downtown Miami Riverwalk Festival 
Saturday, November 10, 10am-4pm
Miami Riverwalk
325-335 S. Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33131
in the heart of Downtown Miami just South of Bayfront Park
miamiriverwalkfestival.com

Free Admission

The fifth annual Downtown Miami Riverwalk Festival and Boat Parade will this year, feature a Jamaican Folk Festival in celebration of the Nation’s golden jubilee anniversary of Independence. The event takes place on Saturday, November 10th, at the Riverwalk of the historic Miami River on Brickell Avenue in Downtown Miami, starting at 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Organized by the Urban Tour Host, the event, this year will feature a Jamaica Folk Festival and will to feature a wide range of entertainment including traditional folk performances and cultural activities showcasing the best of what Jamaica has to offer. Urban Tour Host hosts the annual event which showcases and promotes the multicultural communities of South Florida. In previous years, the countries of Bahamas and Haiti were among those nations featured in the downtown Festival.

Food lovers will get an opportunity to taste varieties of authentic Jamaican cuisine from local restaurants and catering houses. The exotic tastes of the island continue to be in high demand whetting the appetites of the growing South Florida community. Additionally, art enthusiasts will enjoy displays of art and crafts by local artisans. There will be fun and activities designed for the children, and a Boat Parade on the adjacent Miami River will also be part of the celebrations honoring the Nation’s Independence.

This event has been endorsed by the Consulate General of Jamaica and the Jamaica Tourist Board as Jamaicans across the Diaspora continue their celebration of the Nation’s 50th anniversary of Independence. Proceeds from the event will benefit a local Jamaican youth organization.

The cities of Miami and Kingston have long shared a lasting relationship as twinned cities under the Miami Dade Sister Cities Program since 1981.
Admission to the Festival is free and will give visitors and the nearly 1,000 local residents in the Downtown and surrounding Brickell area an opportunity to explore and interact among the pageantry celebrating the island’s rich heritage and culture as well as excite the interest of new audiences.

Jamaica gained its Independence from Britain on August 6, 1962. The history of the Jamaican community in Florida spans over four decades. The community numbers approximately 500,000 nationals residing in Florida State with large populations in tri-county South Florida, Central Florida and the Tampa Bay areas.

South Florida is considered the fastest growing region of Jamaicans compared to any in the Diaspora. In addition, Jamaicans make up the largest foreign-born group in Broward County, one of the fastest growing counties in the USA.

Presenting Sponsors: Jamaican Tourist Board in Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Independence of Jamaica and the Jamaican Consulate in Miami

This Years’ Special Event Features:
This year’s featured Country- “Jamaica”
This year’s featured non-profit: Sierra Norwood Calvary Baptist’s Church Youth Group
Featured Cuisine: “Jamaican”
Boat parade with watercraft from local government agencies on the Miami River led by the U.S. Coast Guard
Parade of Pageantry with Greater Miami’s Best Vendors, children’s section w/ painting, arts and crafts, clown and balloons
Nice Give-a ways and Raffle Prizes all along the beautiful Miami Riverwalk.
Authentic Jamaica Folk Music and more
This year’s event themes: “Jamaica” and “History of the Mouth of the Miami River”
Ticket sales for food and beverge tasting
Proceeds to benefit Jamaican Youth group

Fun for the Entire Family
Children’s Activities-Clown, Facepainting, Balloons
Food Tasting-$3.00 small plate. Drinks and Desserts- $1.00
Proceeds to Benefit Sierra Norwoord Calvary Youth Group
Rum Cake, Food, Table Decoration Competitions
Authors, Hair-braiding, Arts and Crafts Demo
Strolling Musicians and Folklore Groups
Boat Parade and Much, Much More!

Take Metromover to Bayfront Park Station and Walk One Block South

For Further Information: (305)-416-6868

First View/Second Friday at Bakehouse Art Complex 10/12/12

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First View/Second Friday
bakehouseFriday, October 12, 7 – 10pm
Bakehouse Art Complex
561 NW 32nd Street
Miami, FL  33127

$5 Admission; Free for BAC Members
Enjoy wine, Vitamin Water Zero, and music by Sunshine Stompers!

Exhibitions Preview:
 
R4: Reused, Recycled, Reclaimed, and Reinterpreted
Exhibition focuses on the everyday object and its transformation and manipulation into contemporary art. (On view in Audrey Love Gallery October 13- November 2)

Kim Litch: Jack Me In, Jack Me On, Jack Me Off
Exhibition will consist of several elements that explore the idea of social networking and isolation in the digital world. A mixture of sugar, water, and glue will coat sculptures and images and represent a literal sugarcoating; electrical cords and latex create umbilical cords or life lines. (On view in Swenson Gallery October 13- November 2)

Beach Buzz Networker 10/17/12

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socialbuzzBeach Buzz Networker
Wednesday, October 17, 2012 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Nikki Beach
1 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139

$10 in advance :: $15 at the door
RSVP Today – Space is limited!

SocialBuzzTV presents the ‘Beach Buzz Networker’
Networking is better at the beach!

Dress Code: Business attire

Valet Parking or Metered Street Parking is available

Bring your business card to participate in a raffle to win lunch for 2 at Nikki Beach.

Delicious hors d’oeuvres from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. A complimentary Drink will be provided to all guests.

Happy Hour Kick-Off Party for the 2012 BACCF Soccer Tournament 10/25/12

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Happy Hour Kick-Off Party for the 2012 BACCF Soccer Tournament
5Thursday, October 25th
From 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Texas de Brazil – Miami Beach
300 Alton Rd. Suite 200
Miami Beach FL 33139

Complimentary. Registration Required. Register Online

The Brazilian-American Chamber of Commerce of Florida & The BACCF Young Professionals Committee Invite you to the Happy Hour Kick-Off Party for the 2012 BACCF Soccer Tournament
  
  
Welcome cocktail (Itaipava Beer or Leblon Caipirinha) & appetizers from 6 to 7pm

Sponsors: TAM, Texas de Brazil, Itaipava, Leblon Cachaça
 
Supporters: AdSalles, AcheiUSA Newspaper

Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach 10/9/12-10/12/12

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Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach 
funkshionOctober 9-12, 2012
The Funkshion Fashion Tents
Collins Ave and 21st street
 
Studio 743
743 Washington Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
 
As with every season, since the inception of Funkshion, we allow the general public to attend free of charge to all shows.  
RSVP Required at:  www.fashionweekmiami.com  or  www.funkshion.com    
 
Spring/Summer 2013 Collections – Runway Shows! 
Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach celebrates its 10th year and 20th season!
 
As with every year, Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach will fuse music and fashion like no other city in the world!
This is Fashion Week – Miami Style! Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach is a platform for progressive and established designers to showcase their collections to media, celebrities, international buyers, and select style makers.
 
Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach will take residence at two locations, both in Miami Beach:
 
Wed, Oct 10th    – The Tents
8pm       Nicole Miller
Fashion Group International’s (FGI) President, Margret Hayes will be presenting Nicole Miller with FGI’s Lifetime Achievement Award, as well as being honored with a “key to the city” from The City of Miami Beach.  Following the award ceremony, there will be a retrospective showing of Nicole Miller’s collections over the past 30 years of her career. 
 
Thursday, Oct 11th   – Studio 743
9pm       Etienne Jeanson Couture (Paris France), presented by European Fashion District
Etienne Jeanson is a young French designer originally from Lille. He is a student of Haute Couture. After working for houses such as Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, Junko Shimada or Tsumori Chisato, he continued his apprenticeship with Anne Valerie Hash, Christian Lacroix and Plumasserie (feather design) with Mr. Legeron. His passion for history puts him in perpetual opposition between baroque and classicism which is the starting point of this collection.
 
Friday, Oct 12th   – The Tents
8pm       Guria Swimwear presented by Sensa 
Guria Swimwear was in launched in 2007 by Camila Ckless,  a “guria” (“girl” in Brazilian slang) who decided to follow her heart and create a line inspired by her love for the beach and fashion.  The contemporary line encompasses a line of sophisticated and body flattering silhouettes in a wide range of sizes and shapes in order to create the perfect bathing suit for all body types.
 
9pm       Red Dress Campaign
Now entering its 8th year, Go Red For Women is the nationwide campaign of The American Heart Association (AHA) to create awareness surrounding America’s #1 killer of women – Heart Disease. The event will showcase red dresses on the runway created and donated specifically for this show by some of the world’s top fashion designers.  These dresses will then be auctioned off with all proceeds going to the AHA.  Designers include:  Oscar De La Renta, Donna Karan, Nicole Miller, Carolina Herrera, Custo Barcelona, Etienne Jeanson Couture, Angel Sanchez, and Gustavo Cadile
 
Saturday, Oct 13th   – Studio 743
8PM       Dieo Collection by Jnaba Diallo
 
9pm       T.Rains by Traver Rains
Traver Rains, former co-creator of infamous fashion brand Heatherette, has since started his own line called T. Rains. The brand features a wide range of designs from silk-screened tank tops and t-shirts to custom couture dresses. Traver’s new line is a combination of influences of his Western roots as a 5th generation horse rancher and his many years of living and designing in NYC. T. Rains’ growing fan base includes the likes of Adam Lambert, Kaya Jones, Ashley Hinshaw, Alan Cumming, Thompson Square, Johnny Weir, Taryn Manning, Perez Hilton, and Lydia Hearst.
 
10 pm    The John Aston Group performs with their band at the official after-party at Studio 743 to celebrate the Fashion Issue of Design District Magazine
 
Special Thanks To:  Jetblue, 5-Hour Energy, Peroni, Johnnie Walker Black, Don Julio Tequila, Google,  
Prive Salon For All Hair Looks, Make-Up By Aileen Quintana And Jewelry By Solomon’s Strands

MiaSci Tripod+ Program for Spanish-speaking Families 10/6/12-6/8/13

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Tripod+ Programs for Spanish-Speaking Families
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33129
www.MiamiSci.org

COST:  Free
Pre-registration for all Tripod + is required at www.miamisci.org/tripod.
With any questions, contact Tony Puig at 305-646-4286 or tpuig@miamisci.org.

Programs Made Possible By $150,000 Grant from MetLife Foundation
 
Through its Tripod + Program funded by a $150,000 grant from MetLife Foundation, Miami Science Museum is offering Tripod +, a series of 10 free, monthly hands-on science workshops for Spanish-speaking families. The programs, available to up to 30 people per session, are open to families with children in grades three through six. Pre-registration is required.
 
Tripod + addresses the need for science-rich learning opportunities for children and their families, in particular families whose access to these types of resources may otherwise be severely constrained. The overall goal of Tripod + is to provide out-of-school-time experiences and resources that will strengthen the role of parents and caregivers to support their children’s science learning.
 
All programs take place from 1-3 p.m. and lunch will be provided.
 
Oct. 6, 2012
All About Birds – Use your imagination to create your own bird with different types of beaks, bodies and legs.
What’s For Dinner? – Use models of a wide range of beaks to discover how the shape of the beak determines its function, and how the beak function determines the bird habitat.
 
Oct. 21, 2012
Hot Colors – Use different colors of felt to explore absorption and reflection of Sun’s radiant energy.
UV Detectives – Use ultraviolet light detecting beads to explore the effects of ultraviolet radiation.
 
Nov. 17, 2012
Name That Mineral!  – Examine and observe physical properties of various minerals to identify their physical properties.
Pearly Whites – Learn to identify minerals in products they use at home and at school, and become aware of the importance of minerals.
 
Dec. 1, 2012
Cycle of Rocks in Multicolor – Model how sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous rocks are formed using colored pencils.
Saline crystals – Learn about minerals and the formation of crystals by observing the process of mineral growth.
 
Jan. 12, 2013
Dancing Salt – Investigate how sound waves can move objects and how to manipulate sound energy.
Toot Your Pipe – Build a musical instrument with pieces of pipe of different lengths, a glove, and a straw to investigate how vibrations are involved in making sound.
 
Feb. 9, 2013
A Penny For Your Drops – Explore physical properties of water, and how adding soap can change one of these properties. Investigate the consequences of adding pollutants to water in the environment.
A Chilly Situation – Explore how temperature affects the speed at which water molecules move.
 
March 23, 2013
Problem Solving Out Of The Bag – Investigate how to use simple building materials to make structures that can withstand a simulated earthquake.
Strawmendous – Investigate how to use simple building materials to make a skyscraper.
 
April 6, 2013
Watch Your Back – Explore the predator/prey relationship found in food chains.
Ecosystem On A String – Explore the interaction between living and non-living things by constructing a small-scale ecosystem.
 
May 11, 2013
Breath Of Fresh Air – Explore what kinds of large particles can be found in air.
Good Vibrations – Explore the properties of sound as it vibrates and passes through various types of matter.
 
June 8, 2013
Amazing Skydivers – Build and test a parachute to explore air resistance and force produced by the weight of an object.
Soaring Rockets – Explore the properties of air by building and launching a simple rocket.

Miami Science Museum aims to make a difference in people’s lives by inspiring them to appreciate the impact that science and technology can have on every facet of our world. For over 60 years, Miami Science Museum’s award-winning educational programs, family-focused exhibits, historic planetarium, and rehabilitative Wildlife Center and Clinic have enriched locals and tourists alike. In 2015, the legacy continues with the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, a new world-class, state-of-the-art facility designed by Grimshaw Architects in the heart of downtown Miami. Miami Science Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums and is an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. For more information about the current Museum or our future home, the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science, visit www.miamisci.org or call (305) 646-4200.

The Wynwood Squat 10/13/12

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TWS_part-dos-1The Wynwood Squat
October 13, 2012, 7PM -11PM
The Wynwood Squat
120 NW. 25TH Street
Miami FL 33127
http://wynwoodsquat.com

Young brands in fashion, art, and music, “Squat the District” in Wynwood for October’s Art Walk. Pinning what’s next and what’s fresh against the most iconic walls of art in the world, more than 30 creatives occupy to showcase what’s on trend in accessories, apparel, vintage, and more. Experience a new breed of retail that combines fashion, cocktails and bites, rotating art installations, sounds by DJ I.A.N., and nightlife. Learn more. Visit WynwoodSquat.com

Twenty-six of Miami’s top fashion bloggers are joining forces during the month of October to help raise funds for breast cancer in a fashion campaign that showcases how stylish it is to give back and raise awareness for a good cause. The bloggers over a 3-day period were photographed by Getty photographer Alexander Tamargo at the Shelborne hotel in South Beach wearing a T-shirt emblazoned with the words “Fashion for a Cause.” Designed by Local Annie Vazquez, the tee retails for $25 and proceeds benefit The Florida Foundation for Breast Cancer. The t-shirts are been sold at boutiques such as My Best Friend’s Closet in Coral Gables, Lilac and Lilies in Ft.Lauderdale, Guy and Girl in South Beach, BrandOneThree.com and on Saturday, October 13 during Art Walk at the grand opening launch of Wynwood Squat where the photos of all twenty-six fashion bloggers will be on exhibit from 7 to 11 P.M. Wynwood Squat (wynwoodsquat.com) is a free giant pop up which features 40 plus designers, artists, and entrepreneurs with monthly rotating art and video installations, live music and DJ, specialty cocktails and bites.

Participating Boutiques and Events :
Guy and Girl Boutique
1801 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 341-1392
Lilac and Lilies
2541 East Sunrise Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
(954) 530-3109
www.lilacandlilies.com
My Best Friend’s Closet
68 Miracle Mile, Miami, FL 33134
Phone: (305) 443-4840
Brand One Three
www.brandonethree.com
Wynwood Squat (October 13 art exhibit)
120 NW 25th Street, Miami, FL 33127
wynwoodsquat.com
List of 26 Miami Fashion Bloggers participating:
Annie Vazquez (TheFashionPoet.com)
Ana Ortuno (ChicStreetsandEats.com)
Angeles Alumuna (AngelesAlmuna.com)
Daniella Ramirez (nanyskloset.com)
Dee Trillo (hautefrugalista.com)
Dianna Hughes (Adventuresinherstilettos.com)
Dionne Dean (PrissyShopper.com)
Erika Thomas (Erikathomas.com)
Ginger Harris (Electricblogarella.com)
Karla Garcia (Kargarohhsnap.com)
Kara Endres (Sprinklesinsprings.com)
Kelly Saks (Kellysklosetblog.com)
Kiana Barnes (Youngwildefree.com)
Kristin Clark (Livingincolorprint.com)
Kirstin Foley (kirstinmarie.com)
Kristin Ondocsin (Skinnyintern.com)
Juliana Cardona (Afashionsoiree.com
Lori Riveie (shortcutstofabulous.com)
Maika Moulite (Glamlifeblog.com)
Maria Tettamanti (TheWordyGirl.net)
Martha Dominguez (PrincessMartha.com)
Mayleen Gonzalez (Wordintown.com)
Natalia Pascual (Syntheticcandy.blogspot.com)
Netty (Thefashionableesq.blogspot.com)
Shareen Sanwar (Vintagemavens.com)
Simonett Pereira (Miamistylemafia.com)

Miami Finance Forum Happy Hour and Networking Event in Delray Beach 10/16/12

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Miami Finance Forum Happy Hour and Networking Event in Delray Beach
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 16
SoLita
25 NE 2nd Ave.
Delray Beach, FL 33444

Members: Free. Non-Members: $25.
RSVP: Call (877) FF-MIAMI or (877) 336-4264 or RSVP online

Members and guests can enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while networking at fine dining locations. MFF events are open to members and non-members alike.
 
The MFF is a not-for-profit organization supporting the growth of South Florida’s network of finance and investment professionals. It is dedicated to expanding the knowledge base and professional practices of its members while ensuring the region continues to attract and retain top talent. Its membership roster is comprised of professionals experienced in private equity, hedge funds, venture capital, commercial banking, investment banking, wealth management, legal, accounting and other related professional-services industries. Since its founding in 2006, the MFF has been known for its event series, including its panel discussions, private roundtables and happy hour mixers. More information is available at www.miamifinanceforum.com.

Miami Finance Forum Happy Hour and Networking Event in Miami 10/10/12

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Miami Finance Forum Happy Hour and Networking Event in Miami
6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 10
Segafredo Zanetti Espresso
1421 South Miami Ave.
Brickell, FL 33130
 
Members: Free. Non-Members: $25.
RSVP: Call (877) FF-MIAMI or (877) 336-4264 or RSVP online.

Members and guests can enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails while networking at fine dining locations. MFF events are open to members and non-members alike.
 
The MFF is a not-for-profit organization supporting the growth of South Florida’s network of finance and investment professionals. It is dedicated to expanding the knowledge base and professional practices of its members while ensuring the region continues to attract and retain top talent. Its membership roster is comprised of professionals experienced in private equity, hedge funds, venture capital, commercial banking, investment banking, wealth management, legal, accounting and other related professional-services industries. Since its founding in 2006, the MFF has been known for its event series, including its panel discussions, private roundtables and happy hour mixers. More information is available at www.miamifinanceforum.com.

Sky Zone Grand Opening 10/13/12

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Sky Zone Grand Opening
MG_5441Sat., Oct. 13, Doors open at 10AM
Sky Zone Miami
5450 NW 82nd Ave.
Doral, FL 33166
More Info 

Join us for the grand opening of South Florida’s first indoor trampoline park. Combining fun and fitness, Sky Zone allows jumpers to bounce, flip and tumble freestyle or try more daring tricks while jumping into the giant Foam Zone. Sky Zone offers sports-related activities atop the trampolines like 3D -Dodgeball and volleyball, as well as SkySlam, where participants can dunk in one of the park’s three lanes of basketball hoops.

Orchestra Miami’s Season Preview Concert and Fundriaser 10/28/12

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Orchestra Miami’s Season Preview Concert and Fundriaser
12-13webOctober 28, 2012, 7:00 PM
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.orchestramiami.org
 
Orchestra Miami celebrates its stellar sixth season with an intimate evening of chamber music- the perfect way to introduce you to the outstanding talents of our musicians. Mei Mei Luo, violin, Richard Hancock, clarinet, Richard Fleischman, viola and Ashley Garritson, cello, and Elizabeth Beers Kataria, soprano, join Artistic Director Elaine Rinaldi in works by Menotti, Stravinsky and Beethoven.

For only $30, guests will enjoy drinks and light refreshments as the musicians performs works written by composers whose works Orchestra Miami will perform throughout the 2012-13 season. A silent auction will be available throughout the evening. Advanced tickets can be purchased at www.orchestramiami.org or by calling (305) 274-2103.

Brickell Trick-or-Treat Crawl 10/27/12

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Brickell Trick-or-Treat Crawl
Saturday, October 27, 2012, 4:00pm – 10:30pm
Brickell-Trick-or-Treat-Crawl-smallerBrickell Bars & Restaurants
Starting off at:
El Vato Tequila & Taco Bar
1010 S. Miami Ave.
www.PhilanthroParty.org

Tickets: $25
Pre-Register on Eventbrite via www.PhilanthroParty.org or pay the day of event.
RSVP on Facebook

For more information, please contact:
miamichapter@americorpsalums.org

Miami AmeriCorps Alums invites you to a Bar & Restaurant Crawl fundraiser in Brickell on Saturday, October 27, 2012, which will allow them to further their mission of building community through a lifetime of service.

Get tricked out for our costume contest!
*Winners receive treats at the last stop*

Participating Bars & Restaurants:

El Vato Tequila & Taco Bar  {4 – 5:30pm}
Complimentary Margarita + Chips & Dip
1010 S. Miami Ave.

Blue Martini Lounge  {5:30 – 6:30pm}
Complimentary Appetizers + Half-off Cocktails
900 S. Miami Ave.

Blackbird Ordinary  {6:30 – 8pm}
Complimentary Draft Beer / Well Cocktail
729 SW 1st Ave.

Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant {8 – 9pm}
Complimentary Appetizers + $4 20oz. Heineken
900 S. Miami Ave.

Red Bar Gallery  {9 – 10:30pm}
Complimentary Halloween Shot / Domestic Beer
52 SW 10th St.

The Masquerade at Ave 74 10/27/12

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The Masquerade at Ave 74
ave74October 27, 2012, 9:00pm
Ave 74 – A Miami Art Gallery
4432 sw 74th avenue
Miami, Fl 33155
Facebook Evite

Come celebrate Halloweekend with Miami’s most progressive art gallery- AVE 74!
 
Free Drinks With Cover Charge. 18+ To Party, 21+ To Drink. $10 if you join this event on FB, OR $12 at the door.
 
Enjoy live DJs, live entertainment, street performers, contests, food trucks and yes, lots and lots of Paint. 
We wouldn’t be an art gallery without the element of art of course, so paints will be provided for those who are willing to get messy and have a little fun.
 
Dress Appropriately. No Mask, No Entry. Take into consideration that this event will be both indoor and outdoor so put thought into your attire for this evening!  
Masks will be sold at the door for those who do not have their own. 
Have a blast the Saturday before halloween. See You All There!

Bâoli Miami Presents The Steamiest Halloween Event with My Boyfriend Is Out Of Town Masquerade 10/31/12

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South Beach’s Favorite Wednesday Night Scene, Bâoli Miami, Presents The Steamiest Halloween Event Of The Year With “My Boyfriend Is Out Of Town Masquerade”
October 31, 2012, 7:00pm – 3:00am
boyfriendBaoli Miami
1906 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.baoli-group.com

For reservations and more information, please call 305.674.8822 or e-mail reservations@baolimiami.com.
 
Sexy Dress Code of Black Tie, Lace and Feathers Strictly Enforced
 
South Beach’s most sought-after evening address, Bâoli Miami, celebrates this year’s Halloween event with a steamy and seductive "My Boyfriend is Out of Town Masquerade" on its favorite night.  On Wednesday, October 31st, Bâoli Miami will be transformed into a haunting world of sexy mischief with the attractive staff draped in black capes and topless male models serving evocative shots to please the feminine patrons. With a strictly enforced dress code of black tie attire and mask for men and feathers and lace for women, the exclusive ambiance of beautifully masked guests will be the most seductive Halloween scene in the Magic City.
 
Nightlife scenesters who wish to attend the elite soiree must know the secret password, Fidelio, to either purchase tickets online at www.baolimiami.com/event/pass or at the door. Ticket prices start at $50, which includes one complimentary drink and a mask. Table service will also be available. Those with dinner reservations that evening need not purchase tickets. Guests will also enjoy the hottest beats by celebrity DJ Stacie Todd while sipping the best champagne provided by sponsors Moët and Dom Perignon.
 
Bâoli Miami has long been a haven for locals, celebrities, and international travelers alike. The 4,715 square foot space features a sexy restaurant and lounge, while the outside terrace is a secret garden settingdesigned just for the rich and famous, the young and beautiful.
 
With a menu that tantalizes the palette, the Mediterranean and seafood inspired cuisinecreated by Executive Chef Gustavo Vertone presents a selection of fine farethat blends specialties from France, Italy and Spain. Among the favorite dishes includes the Bâoli Crab Cake, Ahi Tuna Tartare, Tagliatelle di Mare, Rustic Bouillabaisse, and many others.

The Friday Night Wine Tasting Series- Wine Tour of Italy 10/5/12

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Wine Tour of Italy
October 5, 2012, Friday, 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM.
wineEdge Restaurant
Four Seasons Hotel
1435 Brickell Avenue
Miami

Please join us for this Friday’s tasting of” Wine Tour of Italy ” as this week’s theme.We will be tasting a superb selection of small production wines from Italy with guest co-host Marco Uperi of Old Bridge Wine Imports. These wines happen to be perfect casual sipping and food wines! We will give our suggestions at the tasting!

We will sample ten wines.
The tasting takes place in the Outer Edge at the Edge Restaurant on the Four Seasons hotels 7th floor, one of the most spectacular venues in South Florida!

Cost is $20 and reservations are not required.
Each week, we feature 10 wines by theme, grape type, region or country of origin and includes a complimentary artisan cheese platter.

Featuring:
Marchesi de Cordano ~ Trebbiano d’Abruzzo “Aida” ’11 ~ Abruzzo, Italy
Furlan Castelcosa ~ Pinot Grigio ’11 ~ Friuli, Italy
Santa Lucia ~ “Brigante” Vermentino ’11 ~ Tuscany,Italy
Marchesi de Cordano ~ “Diamine” (Pecorino) ’11 ~ Abruzzo, Italy
San Felice ~ Chianti Classico (Sangiovese) ’09 ~ Tuscany,Italy
Castelli del Grevepesa ~ “Clemente VII” Chianti Classico Riserva ’07 ~ Tuscany, Italy Marchesi de Cordano ~ “Aida” Montepulciano D’Abruzzo ’09 ~ Abruzzo, Italy
Ferrari & Iris ~ “Penso” (Sangiovese) ’09 ~Tuscany, Italy
Tenuta di Sesta ~ “Poggio D’Arna” (Sangiovese) ’09 ~ Tuscany, Italy
Marchesi de Cordano ~ “Trinita” Montepulciano d’Abruzzo ’04 ~ Abruzzo, Italy

Discounted valet parking is available (up to three hours)
Go to the East side of the Four Seasons off of Brickell Avenue and make your first right to valet parking

The Friday Night Wine Tasting Series enters its 21st year as one of the longest ongoing wine tastings in the country. Following the tasting, we highly recommend the exceptional contemporary American cuisine of the Edge Restaurant.

Celebrating the Social Life of Things: National Archaeology Day at UM 10/20/12

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Celebrating the Social Life of Things: National Archaeology Day at UM
9:30am-5pm, October 20, 2012
University of Miami Lowe Art Museum
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL

All events are free and open to the public. RSVP at http://www.as.miami.edu/ArchaeologyDay/

Every October, the Archaeological Institute of America and other archaeological organizations across the United States, Canada, and abroad present archaeological programs and activities for people of all ages and interests.  The event at the Lowe Art Museum explores the traditions, new technologies, discoveries, and revelations about human experience that are all part of the exploration of human history.

Speakers:
John Gifford, UM CAS Departments of Anthropology and Marine Affairs
            "Little Salt Spring, Florida: A Unique Underwater Site"
Michelle Williams, Florida Public Archaeology Network 
            “Medicinal Plants and Pathologies Among the Windover Population of Florida”
William J. Pestle, UM CAS Department of Anthropology
"Moving Food, Moving People: Human Dietary Variation in the Ancient Atacama Desert, northern Chile"
Traci Ardren, UM CAS Department of Anthropology
            “Trading Tastes: The Role of Cuisine in Trading Relations at Xuenkal, Yucatan, Mexico”
Pamela Geller, UM CAS Department of Anthropology
            “Your Obedient Servant: Seminole Indians and the Samuel G. Morton Crania Collection”
Maureen Mahoney, Seminole Tribe of Florida 
            “The Role of Tribal Archaeology in Cultural Resources Management”
Terence Anderson, UM School of Law
            "When Wigmore Meets the Last Wedge"
William Scott Green, UM CAS Department of Religious Studies
            "Portrait of a Galilean Village"
David Graf, UM CAS Department of Religious Studies
            "Glimpses of Arabia’s International Aromatics Trade"

DMBCC Movers & Shakers Business Networker at Baoli 10/4/12

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DMBCC Movers & Shakers Business Networker
Thursday, October 4, 2012, From 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Baoli Restaurant & Lounge
1906 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.baoli-group.com
Info: join@miamibrickellchamber.com, 786-728-0008

$15 cash at the door
(Includes appetizers and cocktails)
RSVP Online
Facebook Event Page
Tell them Soul Of Miami sent you!

Dress: Business attire (no t-shirts, no tennis shoes)

Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce
This Thursday, lets get ready to do business the French way. Join us at the hottest restaurant & lounge venue in Miami Beach, as we welcome Baoli Miami to the Miami Brickell Chamber Family. Bring plenty of business cards as we are expecting many beautiful business professionals and entrepreneurs to attend.

Tenth Annual Locust Project Smash and Grab Fundraiser 10/27/12

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Tenth Annual Smash & Grab Fundraiser
SNGEmailHeader2012sm_1.104108Saturday, October 27, 2012 6:30-9:30pm
Auction starts promptly at 7:30pm
Locust Projects
3852 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127

Purchase Tickets Online
$450 – one artwork raffle ticket (admits two people)
$1,200 – three artwork raffle tickets
$50 – individual admission (without raffle entry)
$425 discounted artwork raffle ticket for Locust Projects Member
For information about becoming Locust Projects Member click here
Ticket availability is limited – please do not wait!

Each year this event brings contemporary artists and collectors together to support Locust Projects. The Smash and Grab Fundraiser is one of Locust Projects’ largest sources of revenue for the year. The proceeds provide essential funding for exhibitions and programming.

There is no other fundraiser quite like this one. The event revolves around a raffle, for which over one hundred local, national and international artists have donated artwork — enough so that each raffle ticket is guaranteed to win an artwork. Tickets are drawn at random during the party, with the winner getting their choice of artwork (i.e, first called gets first pick, and so on). The result is a fun way to place artwork into collections, connect with Miami’s art community, and support Locust Projects.

The Rhythm Foundation 25th Season Celebration Honoring Gilberto Gil 10/21/12

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The Rhythm Foundation 25th Season Celebration Honoring Gilberto Gil
Gileflyer3Sunday October 21st, 7PM – 11PM
New World Center
500 – 17th Street
Miami Beach

Tickets are $125 each, or a friends level membership which includes 2 tickets is $350. Order now by phone at 305-672-5202, or online through New World Center.
Details and our upcoming season at RhythmFoundation.com

Celebrate our 25th Season, with a special night honoring Gilberto Gil!
US Exclusive Solo concert by Brazilian legend Gilberto Gil
After show party with DJ Da Lua of Bossacucanova
Food by Thierry’s Catering
Open bar featuring Leblon caipirinhas, Heineken and Zonin Prosecco
Fantastic silent auction – online now, plus new items still being added
And your ticket includes a year-round Rhythm Foundation membership

Suggested dress code:  A night in Bahia (wear white!) or cocktail attire.

For nearly 50 years, GILBERTO GIL has invented, innovated and reprocessed music in Brazil.  From the young bossa-nova musician, to the musical groundbreaker of the Tropicalia era, to the artist who made a perfect marriage between Brazil and Jamaican reggae, to the pop star who embraced rock and electronica, Gil’s music has encompassed everything from baião and samba to MPB, reggae, afoxé, and axé. His strength lies in his compositions, voice and guitar mastery. He has been awarded several GRAMMY awards and other major honors for a career that continues to flourish. Gil’s years of activism came to a pinnacle when he was named Brazil’s Minister of Culture in 2003, where he helped moved Brazilian culture into even greater international prominence. This fall, Gil is co-curating "Voices of Latin America" series at New York’s Carnegie Hall.  He celebrates his 70th birthday this year.
 
Gilberto Gil has been an important part of the Rhythm Foundation’s history.  We have presented his captivating performances many times, including our inaugural season in 1988.
 
This special event is presented with major support from Espirito Santo Bank, Baptist Health, and AmericanAirlines.  DJ Da Lua is presented with support from The Sofi Group.  The open bar is presented with support from Kaufman & Rossin PA, and the catering is presented with support from Passport Miami.  Additional support is received from Leblon Cachaca, Heineken USA, Zonin Prosecco, Miami Magazine, Centro Cultural Brasil USA and our members.
 
The Rhythm Foundation receives season support from the Consulate General of Brazil in Miami, the City of Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council and the Miami Dade Department of Cultural Affairs.

Miami Recognition Dinner Hosted by LeVar Burton 10/6/12

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Miami Recognition Dinner Hosted by LeVar Burton
sparkleSaturday, October 6th,
Fontainebleau
4441 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33140
www.thetaskforce.org

The 16th Annual Miami Recognition Dinner will return to the spectacular Sparkle Ballroom of the Fontainebleau. The evening features two cocktail receptions (one for VIP guests), a sit-down dinner, a silent auction, an awards ceremony, and dancing.

This year’s event will be hosted by LeVar Burton and honoring Elizabeth F. Schwartz and Matt Foreman.

The Miami Recognition Dinner is an important South Florida tradition. It not only allows the LGBT community and its supporters to celebrate our heroes, it also provides a vital source of funding for the community on the local and national levels.

The Miami Recognition Dinner is an important South Florida tradition. It not only allows the LGBT community and its supporters to celebrate our heroes, it also provides a vital source of funding for the community on the local and national levels. The event is produced by the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, the oldest national organization dedicated to achieving equality for LGBT people, and also benefits many organizations serving the Miami-Dade LGBT community.

For the 16th Annual Miami Recognition Dinner, we return to the spectacular Sparkle Ballroom of the Fontainebleau Miami Beach on Saturday, October 6. The evening features two cocktail receptions (one for VIP guests), a sit-down dinner, a silent auction, an awards ceremony, and dancing.

Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays 10/26/12

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Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays
Viernes-CulturalesOctober 26, 2012, 7:00 – 11:00 PM
Domino Park
804 SW 15th Avenue
Miami, Fl 33135 
www.viernesculturales.org  
 
Viernes Culturales/Cultural Fridays
A monthly arts & culture street festival and gallery stroll in Little Havana’s cultural district. Take the free walking tour of Little Havana with legendary local historian Dr. Paul George, artist fair with local painters, sculptors and artisans along Calle Ocho (SW 8th Street) between 12th and 17th Avenues, and a variety of galleries and local-owned restaurants. Takes place the last Friday of the month!      www.culturalfridays.org     www.facebook.com/vcmiami    www.twitter.com/vcmiami

Un festival mensual de arte y cultura y un paseo a través de las galerías del distrito cultural de la Pequeña Habana. Tome un tour de la Pequena Habana gratuito con la compañía del legendario historiador,  Dr. Paul George, una feria artística con pintores locales, escultores y artesanos a lo largo de la Calle Ocho (SW 8th St.) entre las avenidas 12 y 17, y una gran variedad de galerías y restaurantes locales. El evento toma lugar el último viernes de cada mes. www.viernesculturales.org

TCG Presents Improving Property Values in Condominiums Seminar in Fort Lauderdale 10/16/12

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TCG Presents Improving Property Values in Condominiums Seminar in Fort Lauderdale
ConGRP_logo_CMYK_wTAG_kOctober 16, 2012, 5:30 pm
Embassy Suites
1100 Southeast 17th Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33316 
www.TCGevents.com/FLL
 
The continental Group is proud to present this free seminar as part of the Continental Certified Educational Program Series. As Florida’s leading property management company, TCG promotes the sharing of best practices in and around the communities we serve in order to promote enhanced Association Board efficiency and effectiveness. This interactive discussion will have a panel of experts focusing on several key areas that impact a prospective buyer’s perception on your community including: improving your community’s curb appeal; enhancing amenities and services; a review of maintenance fees, reserve funding policies and your community’s financial health; Rules & Regulations and how they impact a buyer’s decision; and availability of mortgage financing.
 
To RSVP, please contact Astrid Marten at 954-734-5522 or amarten@tcgmgt.com. Prior to the formal presentation, join us for a Vendor Expo featuring some of the top suppliers in the industry.
 
Facilitated by Rob Rabin, Chief Operating Officer of The Continental Group.

TCG Presents Strategic Financial Planning for Condominium Association Seminar in Pompano Beach 10/10/12

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TCG Presents Strategic Financial Planning for Condominium Association Seminar in Pompano Beach
ConGRP_logo_CMYK_wTAG_kOctober 10, 2012, 6:30 pm
Herb Skolnick Center
800 Southwest 36th Avenue
Pompano Beach, FL 33069
www.TCGevents.com/palmaire
 
The continental Group is proud to present this free seminar as part of the Continental Certified Educational Program Series. As Florida’s leading property management company, TCG promotes the sharing of best practices in and around the communities we serve in order to promote enhanced Association Board efficiency and effectiveness. Hosted by a panel of subject matter experts, this seminar will provide attendees with: tips from subject matter experts about sound and sustainable financial strategies; best practices and innovative ideas for developing realistic association budgets; and legal perspectives on risk management.
 
To RSVP, please contact Riko Floyd at 954-734-5522 or nfloyd@tcgmgt.com . Upon completion of this seminar, attendees will receive a Certificate of Achievement.
 
Facilitated by Kregg Hale, Vice President of Operations of The Continental Group.

The City Of Miami Beach Presents The Food Truck And Music Fest Featuring The Marshall Brothers Band 10/17/12

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The City Of Miami Beach Presents The Food Truck And Music Fest Featuring The Marshall Brothers Band
usethisWednesday, October 17, from 6-9 PM
North Shore Bandshell
Collins Ave. and 73rd Street
Miami Beach, FL

The City of Miami Beach presents the second Food Truck and Music Fest of 2012. Music will be provided by the Marshall Brothers band, who appear courtesy of KCC Productions. Art show presented by Life Is Art.

Admission is free.

Winners of the South Florida Fair 3rd Annual Classic Rock Tribute Band Competition, Florida’s Premier Allman Brothers Tribute Band brings to life the music of that band performed for you by a band of devoted fans, excellent musicians, and good friends.

They offer the Allmans’ hard-hitting, emotionally charged music with that Southern charm. “Music has always been a creative part of all our lives, and playing for our fans & audiences is a dream come true. We would like to thank all our fans, friends and most of all, family for giving us the inspiration to play our unique brand of southern rock.”

Often performing with Greg Allman’s son Michael, the band’s regular personnel are:
Derek Marshall / Lead Guitar
Al Marshall / Lead Vocals
Chris Micolucci / Slide Guitar, Lead Guitar
Bill Jolly / Organ, Keyboards
Dennis Freireich / Bass Guitar, Vocals
Rod Parker / Drums, Percussion
Bruce Gaffney / Percussion, Vocals

The brothers each have some 40+ years experience and it shows in their hard-charging superior musicianship. For more information, contact KCC Productions at 305-332-2623 or kcc_productions@yahoo.com.

Destination Saturdays 10/6/12

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Destination: Saturdays
DeSats1006Saturday October 6, 2012, 10pm-5am
Haven South Beach
1237 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL
www.havenlounge.com

On Saturday October 6, 2012 we will be boarding on one of the best nights at Haven South Beach…Our Resident Captain -dj Kristian Caro and co-captain Dave Damage on Violins will be embarking you on a the Best house music party in Miami. Incredible drinks, phenomenal food, and the sexiest flight attendants ever… Dress to impress, because E Channel will be filming for WILD On Miami…table reservations are encouraged for they are going quick. We look forward to showing the world how Miami get’s down!

Blissful Detox 11/11/12

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Blissful Detox
logo-colorNovember 11th 2012, 10 am-3 pm
Paradise Farms
19801 SW 320th Street
Homestead, FL 33030
blissfuldetox.eventbrite.com
 
Come cleanse your Body and Soul and experience a new lightness of being!!
 
A scrumptious day of simple meditations, ancient wisdom, biodynamic farm, live-food lunch and like-minded peeps….
 
Top 5 reasons to do a Blissful Detox: 
You want more health, ease and pleasure
You’re over feeling run-down, stressed or ‘had it up to here’
Life’s good but you’re not FEELING the love
There’s too much ‘doing’ and not enough ‘smell the roses’ in your day
You want to find Grace and Gratitude in tough situations

Miami Carnival Flag Night 10/6/12

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Miami Carnival Flag Night
carnival10-06-2012, 10:00pm
Justin’s
17813 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, Fl. 33160
www.twitter.com/majesticgroup

Miami Carnival Flag Night
Wear the color of your country’s flag and represent!
 
Last Saturday Was Crazy Don’t Miss Carnival Weekend
Ladies Open Bar 10p – 12a
Music by DJ Don Hot (Hip Hop – Reggae – Dance – Soca – Konpa)
 
RSVP for guest list at majesticgroupevents@gmail.com  or call 786-970-7403

First Thursday Wine Tasting at the Ritz Carlton-Coconut Grove 10/4/12

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UntitledFirst Thursday Wine Tasting at the Ritz Carlton-Coconut Grove
Thursday, October 4th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Amadeus Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove
3300 SW 27th Avenue
Miami, Fl 33133
305 644-4680
$20 per person (includes hors d’oeuvres and wine tasting)
$10 valet parking for wine tasting only. Reservations are not required. For additional information,
please phone Barry Alberts at (305) 793-3120.

Berries to Wine, Inc. invites you to an intimate wine tasting experience with wine educator, Barry Alberts.
(held monthly on every first Thursday)
Guests’ palates will be greeted with complimentary hors d’oeuvres, while sipping on carefully selected wines themed by varietal type, region or country of origin, for an educational wine tasting at  Amadeus Lounge!
 
This events theme will be "Wine Tour of Spain" with guest co-host Danielle Liagi President of Emporium Nostrum Wine Importers. This is an exceptional and delicious selection of wines that will compliment chilled salads (i.e. Chicken or Tuna) grilled chicken or fish and for pairing with pork and Steak dishes.
(See list below)
 
Wine Selections
Sensum ~ Macabeo 2011 ~ Albacete-Castilla la Mancha, Spain
Enate ~ Chardonnay "234" 2011 ~ Somontano, Spain
Balthus ~ Viura 2011 ~ Rioja, Spain
Enate ~ Crianza (Tempranillo /Cabernet) 2006 ~ Somontano. Spain
Cass Corredor ~ Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 ~ Albacete-Castilla la Mancha, Spain
Bau ~ Crianza (Tempranillo) 2008 ~ Rioja, Spain
Nuestro 10 ~ Tinta del Pais (Tempranillo) 2009 ~ Ribera Del Duero, Spain
Arbucala Esencia ~ Tinta de Toro 2010 (60 year old Vines) ~ Toro, Spain

Exhibition Marca Pais Vernissage 10/12/12

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“Exhibition Marca Pais” Vernissage
October 12th, 2012, 7:00p.m. to 10:00p.m.
Cremata Gallery
1646 SW 8 St.
Miami, FL 33155
www.crematagallery.com

The most important Fall Exhibition of emerging artists from Argentina. A reflection of where new techniques and mediums are avenues to contemporary artistic expression.
The exhibition is presented by Acuarell and LZ Galleries from Argentina at Cremata Gallery.
ACUARELL – Liliana Pantanalis, Mara Boni, Lia Tejera, Gaby Grobo, Claudia Garcia Moritan and others
LZ GALERIA – Isabel Hooft, Ana Gallart, Marta Geller, Roxana Ruiz, Alejandrina Sola, Andrea Varotto, Graciela Canero

Cafeina launches The 23rd Street Supper Club Dinner and Show Series plus Pink Ribbon Project 10/4/12

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Cafeina launches The 23rd Street Supper Club ‘Dinner and Show’ Series plus Pink Ribbon Project
PinkRibbonThursday, Oct. 4, 2012
Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 Northwest 23rd Street
Miami, FL 33127
305.438.0792
www.cafeinamiami.com

Cafeina is proud to announce the launch of its intimate music series, The 23rd Street Jazz Supper Club. Giving patrons the classic experience of ‘dinner and a show’ experience in an ultra-lush lounge, Cafeina offers the perfect date night hideaway. The evening features live jazz by Randy Singer and artists alike, every Thursday night, there is no cover charge with show times running at 8 p.m., 9:30 p.m. and 11 p.m.

Executive Chef Steven Acosta has restructured Cafeina’s menu to feature a variety of tapas, including recent additions such as: Coffee & Rum Braised Short Rib Mini Tacos ($12), queso fresco, cilantro plushes & pickled onion; Beef Sliders ($12), crunchy onion ring, pancetta crisp, aged gouda; Boneless Crispy Baby Back Ribs ($12), marinated in a guava-chili BBQ sauce; Roasted Chicken Club Sliders ($11), lettuce, tomato, pancetta, garlic aioli; and the Cubed N’ Crispy Eggplant ($8), served with apricot chili gastrique & scallions. The kitchen is open from 5 p.m. to midnight. The evening menu also includes Cafeina’s signature cocktails and a recently expanded wine list.