Photographs taken by Anthony Jordon of Emerging City Bike Tour on Saturday, April 10, 2015.
To see more of Anthony Jordon‘s work go to his Instagram page or check out his portfolio.
Ball and Chain Presents La Pachanga Saturday’s with Special Guest Tito Puente Jr.
Saturday, 04/11/2015 – 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
little havana, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: free
amazing live music performance THIS SATURDAY, April 11, 2015 at Ball & Chain as part of the “La Pachanga†Saturday’s, Billboard Music Award Winning artist Tito Puente Jr. will take the Pineapple Stage at 10PM followed by a set by DJ Danis La CLave. Tito Puente Jr. is the son of the late world renowned mamba musician, Tito Puente. (21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).
Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
www.ballandchainmiami.com
For additional info on Tito Puente Jr. please visit: http://www.aermanagement.com/artists/tito-puente-jr
Miami Boheme Friday’s at Ball and Chain
Friday, 04/03/2015 – 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
little havana, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: free
THIS FRIDAY, April 3, 2015 at Ball & Chain as part of the Miami Boheme Fridays. Brendan O’Hara & the Rescue will take the Pineapple Stage with their signature soulful sound at 10PM followed by a set by DJ Andy Sweetswirl. (21 and over to attend, this event is open to the public, no cover).
Ball & Chain is located at 1513 SW 8th Street, Little Havana, FL 33135
www.ballandchainmiami.com
For additional info on Brendan O’Hara please visit: www.brendanohara.org
Miami Marlins Social Media Night #1
Sunday, 04/28/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Home Plate Box: $36
Baseline Reserved: $21
Join the conversation at our second annual Social Media Night! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Special gift item
Meet members of the Marlins’ Social Media team and engage with other Marlins fans like never before
Festivities will include prizes and sweepstakes
Marlins SuperCon Night benefitting Marlins Charity Partners
Friday, 05/01/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
The Miami Marlins are hosting its first ever SuperCon Night at Marlins Park. VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Come dressed up as your favorite super hero and enjoy super hero themed entertainment throughout the game.
Receive a limited edition Marlins comic book with the purchase of a VIP Special Event Package!
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Miami Marlins 70’s Night supporting Breast Cancer Awareness Day
Friday, 05/15/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Get groovy with your Miami Marlins as we take you back to the 70’s and join the fight against Breast Cancer! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Receive a special Marlins 70’s Night t-shirt
A portion of the proceeds benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Bring your bellbottoms and best dance moves; we’ll be discoing down all night long with 70’s themed entertainment
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Miami Marlins Night in Havana (Cuban Heritage Night) powered by South Florida Ford
Friday, 05/22/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Join the Marlins’ Cuban Heritage Night Celebration! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Receive a Havana Sugar Kings jersey t-shirt
Grab your guayaberas and bring your instruments and play alongside the Pachanga Band
A portion of the proceeds benefit Kiwanis of Little Havana
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Miami Marlins Strike Out Stroke Night
Saturday, 05/23/2015 – 07:15 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Strokes are the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. We’ll teach you how to spot a stroke F.A.S.T. VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
A portion of the proceeds benefit Retreat & Refresh Stroke Camp
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Wrestling Night benefitting Marlins Charity Partners
Friday, 07/31/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Marlins Park is welcoming you to a night full of wrestling! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Wrestling championship replica belt
In game wrestling activities along with a meet and greet with professional wrestlers!
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Miami Marlins Colombian Heritage Night presented by Avianca
Saturday, 08/01/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Join the Marlins as we celebrate Colombian Heritage Night presented by Avianca! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Bring your handheld instruments to cheer on the Marlins as we take on the San Diego Padres
Pregame celebration beginning in the West Plaza at 5:30PM with traditional folkloric groups, costumes, and music mixtures of cumbia, gaita, merecumbes, and vallenato.
All Special Event ticket holders will also receive a limited edition Marlins Colombian Heritage Night t-shirt!
Miami Marlins Billy’s Birthday Party
Sunday, 08/02/2015 – 01:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Lexus Legends Level: $25
You are invited to celebrate Billy The Marlin’s birthday!
Game ticket
Limited-edition Birthday Billy item
Exclusive pregame celebration with Billy and his mascot friends
Marlins All-Star poster courtesy of Franklin Dodd Communications
Kids 12 and under can participate in Diamond Dash post-game
Miami Marlins Bark at the Park – Broward
Sunday, 08/02/2015 – 01:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Human Ticket: $15
Dog Ticket: $10
Bring your dog out to Marlins Park!
100% of the proceeds from the dog tickets benefit the Humane Society of Broward County.
Reserved seats are located in the Vista Level.
All fans will receive a Marlins All-Star Poster courtesy of Franklin Dodd Communications!
Miami Marlins Social Media Night #3 Supporting Blood Clot Awareness
Tuesday, 08/04/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Home Plate Box: $36
Baseline Reserved: $21
Love Miami Marlins Social Media? Join the conversation at our third and final Social Media Night! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Meet members of the Marlins’ Social Media team and engage with other Marlins fans like never before!
Prizes, sweepstakes and a limited-edition item
Miami Marlins College Colors Night
Friday, 08/21/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Celebrate your school at College Colors Night at Marlins Park! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Receive a Marlins t-shirt in your University’s colors
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Miami Marlins Dominican Heritage Night powered by South Florida Ford
Saturday, 08/22/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Join the Marlins’ Dominican Heritage Night celebration as they take on their National League East rival, the Philadelphia Phillies. VIP Special Event Package includes:
Lower Level game ticket
Bring your handheld instruments to cheer on the Marlins along with the Marlins Pachanga Band.
Dominican Heritage Jersey T-shirt
Miami Marlins – Fitness Day: Bootcamp
Saturday, 05/23/2015 – 07:15 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Fitness Day: Bootcamp
Saturday, May 23rd vs. BAL – 7:15 PM
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Marlins Park is having its inaugural Boot Camp Day! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Workout session in the West Plaza prior to game
Marlins sling bag
Gift item redemption is located on Section 1 and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Other seating categories available upon request. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Beerfest
Saturday, 05/23/2015 – 07:15 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Saturday, May 23rd vs. BAL – 7:15 PM
Clevelander Seat: $45
Clevelander Standing Room Only: $30
The Clevelander at Marlins Park has the perfect event for all beer enthusiasts! The Beerfest Package includes:
Clevelander ticket
Souvenir 4oz Beerfest sampling mug
Enjoy samples of international, domestic and local craft beer
Many brands will showcase their special brews at the Clevelander starting three hours prior to first pitch.
Miami Marlins – Social Media Night
Tuesday, 06/02/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Social Media Night #2: Back to the Future
Tuesday, June 2nd vs. CHI – 7:10 p.m.
Home Plate Box: $36
Baseline Reserved: $21
Join the conversation at our second annual Social Media Night! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Special gift item
Meet members of the Marlins’ Social Media team and engage with other Marlins fans like never before
Festivities will include prizes and sweepstakes
Gift item redemption is located on Section 28 and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Other seating categories available upon request. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Summer Beach Bash
Friday, 06/12/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Summer Beach Bash supporting Billy The Marlin’s Little Fish Water Safety Awareness Program
Friday, June 12th vs. COL – 7:10 PM
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Start the summer break at the Summer Beach Bash at Marlins Park! VIP Special Event Ticket Package includes:
Game ticket
An exclusive summer celebration in the West Plaza! (Dress in your best beach attire)
Marlins beach towel
A portion of the proceeds benefit Water Safety Awareness programs
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Gift item redemption is located on the Lexus Legends Level and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Fitness Day: Baseball WOD
Saturday, 06/13/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Fitness Day: Baseball WOD
Saturday, June 13th vs. COL – 4:10 PM
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Enjoy a challenging Baseball WOD before the game! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Marlins sling bag
Pregame Baseball WOD
Post Workout Party for all participants in the West Plaza
Gift item redemption is located on Section 1 and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Other seating categories available upon request. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Venezuelan Heritage Day
Saturday, 06/13/2015 – 04:10 am –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Venezuelan Heritage Day
Saturday, June 13th vs. COL – 4:10 PM
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Join the Marlins’ Venezuelan Heritage Day celebration as they take on the Los Angeles Dodgers! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Lower Level game ticket
Venezuelan Heritage Day t-shirt
Post-game concert
Gift item redemption is located on Section 1 and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Other seating categories available upon request. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Bark at the Park and Adopt O-Mania
Saturday, 06/13/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Bark at the Park & Adopt-O-Mania
Saturday, June 13th vs. COL – 4:10 PM
Human Ticket (Vista Level): $15
Dog Ticket: $10
Bring your dog out to Marlins Park to watch the Marlins take on the Rockies on June 13th!
Visit our West Plaza pregame and adopt an animal! Miami-Dade Animal Services will host the 4th annual Marlins Ayudan Adopt-O-Mania. The adoption of a dog gives you the ability to bring it inside to watch the Marlins take on the Rockies.
Reserved seats are located in the Vista Level
100% of the proceeds from the dog tickets benefit the Humane Society of Greater Miami
Other seating categories available upon request. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Beerfest
Saturday, 06/13/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Beerfest
Saturday, June 13th vs. COL – 4:10 PM
Clevelander Seat: $45
Clevelander Standing Room Only: $30
The Clevelander at Marlins Park has the perfect event for all beer enthusiasts! The Beerfest Package includes:
Clevelander ticket
Souvenir 4oz Beerfest sampling mug
Enjoy samples of international, domestic and local craft beer
Many brands will showcase their special brews at the Clevelander starting three hours prior to first pitch.
Miami Marlins – Nickelodeon Night
Friday, 06/26/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Nickelodeon Night benefitting Marlins Charity Partners
Friday, June 26th vs. LAD – 7:10 PM
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Time to get “Slimed” at Marlins Park! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Special gift item courtesy of Nickelodeon
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Gift item redemption is located on the Lexus Legends Level and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Umpire Clinic
Saturday, 06/27/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Umpire Clinic
Saturday, June 27th vs. LAD – 4:10 PM
Home Plate Box: $42
Baseline Reserved: $27
VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Priority access to our complimentary umpire clinic hosted by MLB umpire camps
Other seating categories available upon request. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Christmas in July
Friday, 07/10/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Christmas In July benefitting the Marlins RBI Program
Friday, July 10th vs. CIN – 7:10 PM
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Relive the holiday spirit with our Christmas in July event at Marlins Park! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Marlins ugly Christmas sweater t-shirt
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Gift item redemption is located on the Lexus Legends Level and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Beerfest
Saturday, 07/11/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Beerfest
Saturday, July 11 vs. CIN – 4:10 PM
Clevelander Seat: $45
Clevelander Standing Room Only: $30
The Clevelander at Marlins Park has the perfect event for all beer enthusiasts! The Beerfest Package includes:
Clevelander Ticket
Includes a Souvenir 4oz Beerfest Sampling Mug
Enjoy samples of international, domestic and local craft beer
Many brands will showcase their special brews at the Clevelander starting three hours prior to first pitch.
Miami Marlins – Fitness Day: Yoga
Sunday, 07/12/2015 – 01:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:
Fitness Day: Yoga
Sunday, July 12th vs. CIN – 1:10 PM
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
You and your fellow “yogis” are invited to join us at Marlins Park for a special, post-game yoga class on the field! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Marlins-themed yoga mat
Henderson Alvarez bobble head (for the first 10,000 fans)
Enjoy an exclusive, hour-long yoga session on the field after the game!
Gift item redemption is available prior to going on the field and must have a valid Special Event ticket Other seating categories available upon request. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Italian Heritage Night
Wednesday, 07/29/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Cost:
Italian Heritage Night
Wednesday, July 29th vs. WAS – 7:10 PM
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Celebrate the Italian Heritage on National Lasagna Day here at Marlins Park! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Italian Heritage Jersey t-shirt
Gift item redemption is located on the Lexus Legends Level and must have a valid Special Event ticket Other seating categories available upon request. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Beerfest
Saturday, 08/22/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Beerfest
Saturday, August 22nd vs. PHI – 7:10 PM
Clevelander Seat: $45
Clevelander Standing Room Only: $30
The Clevelander at Marlins Park has the perfect event for all beer enthusiasts! The Beerfest Package includes:
Clevelander ticket
Souvenir 4oz Beerfest sampling mug
Enjoy samples of international, domestic and local craft beer
Many brands will showcase their special brews at the Clevelander starting three hours prior to first pitch.
Miami Marlins – Star Wars Night
Friday, 09/04/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Star Warsâ„¢ Night benefitting Stand Up To Cancer
Friday, September 4th vs. NYM – 7:10 PM
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Back by popular demand, the Marlins invite you, your family, friends, and fellow Jedi Masters to the 5th Annual Star Wars Night at Marlins Park! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Billy Storm Trooper Bobblehead
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Gift item redemption is located on the Lexus Legends Level and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Jewish Heritage Day
Sunday, 09/06/2015 – 01:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Jewish Heritage Day
Sunday, September 6th vs. NYM – 1:10 PM
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Join the Marlins as we celebrate our 8th annual Jewish Heritage Day. VIP Special Event Package includes:
Lower Level ticket in one of the Jewish Heritage Day sections
Exclusive Marlins yarmulke
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Jewish education in South Florida.
Marcell Ozuna bobblehead (first 10,000 fans)
Stop by the Kosher Korner near Section 1 for a great selection of kosher food options
Gift item redemption is located on Section 1 and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Beerfest
Saturday, 09/12/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Beerfest
Saturday, September 12th vs. WAS – 4:10 PM
Clevelander Seat: $45
Clevelander Standing Room Only: $30
The Clevelander at Marlins Park has the perfect event for all beer enthusiasts! The Beerfest Package includes:
Clevelander ticket
Souvenir 4oz Beerfest sampling mug
Enjoy samples of international, domestic and local craft beer
Many brands will showcase their special brews at the Clevelander starting three hours prior to first pitch.
Miami Marlins – Back to the Future Night
Friday, 09/25/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Back to the Future Night benefiting The Michael J. Fox Foundation
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Friday, September 25th vs. ATL – 7:10 PM
Lexus Legends Level: $25
We’re headed back to the future with Billy McFly! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Back to the Future in-game entertainment
Limited edition Billy McFly Bobblehead!
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Gift item redemption is located on the Lexus Legends Level and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Hispanic Heritage Night
Saturday, 09/26/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Hispanic Heritage Night powered by South Florida Ford
Saturday, September 26th vs. ATL – 4:10 PM
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Join the Marlins’ Hispanic Heritage Night celebration as they take on the Atlanta Braves! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Lower Level game ticket
Bring your handheld instruments to cheer on the Marlins along with the Marlins Pachanga Band
Limited-edition Marlins Hispanic Heritage item
Gift item redemption is located on Section 1 and must have a valid Special Event ticket. Please email groups@marlins.com for more information.
Miami Marlins – Passover at the Park featuring the Maccabeats
Tuesday, 04/07/2015 – 04:00 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Celebrate the Passover Holiday with Passover at the Park! Bring the entire family. There will be a pregame festival starting at 4:00 PM featuring kosher for Passover food, entertainment and a live performance by the Maccabeats! Tickets are limited. Sponsorship opportunities are also available.
Special Event Package Includes:
Pregame Passover at the Park Celebration in the West Plaza (4:00 PM)
Exclusive Passover at the Park Commemorative T-Shirt
Miami Marlins Lawyer Appreciation Night
Tuesday, 04/07/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Lawyer Appreciation Night
Tuesday, April 7th vs. ATL – 7:10 PM
Lawyer Package: $105
Family & Friends: $85
Join the Dade County Bar Association for a unique and fun way to earn CLE credit at Marlins Park! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Exclusive for attorneys
Two Hour CLE by DCBA
Includes the CLE
Baseline Reserved VIP Game Ticket
Inclusive Food & Beverage
Family and friends can join the excitement with a discounted game ticket and activities during the CLE
Zombie Night benefitting Marlins Charity Partners
Friday, 04/10/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Friday, April 10th vs. TB – 7:10 PM
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Fan-Friendly Zombie Night at Marlins Park. VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
A Marlins Zombie Kit
Come dressed in your scariest zombie costume. Other creatures are lurking throughout the ballpark!
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, zombie face painting, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Miami Marlins Puerto Rican Heritage Day
Saturday, 04/11/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Saturday, April 11th vs. TB – 4:10 PM
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Join the Marlins’ Puerto Rican Heritage Day Celebration! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Lower Level game ticket
Bring your handheld instruments in the ballpark and cheer on the Marlins alongside the Marlins Pachanga Band
Includes a Puerto Rican Heritage Day T-Shirt
Mardi Gras Night benefitting Marlins Charity Partners
Friday, 04/24/2015 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
FRIDAY THEME NIGHT
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Experience Mardi Gras Night with your Miami Marlins! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
All fans in attendance will receive traditional Mardi Gras beads along with other themed giveaways
Marlins Mardi Gras Mask
VIP Pregame Party with DJ, games, prizes and more from 5:30 PM – 6:45 PM
Amazing post-game fireworks display
Miami Marlins Jackie Robinson Day
Saturday, 04/25/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Home Plate Box: $40
Baseline Reserved: $25
Marlins Park will be celebrating the legendary Jackie Robinson. VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
There will be a pregame on field ceremony in honor of Jackie Robinson
Marlins Commemorative Jackie Robinson T-Shirt
Miami Marlins Fellowship Day
Saturday, 04/25/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Legends Platinum All You Can Eat Ticket Special: $36
Bullpen All You Can Eat Ticket Special: $32
Baseline Reserved B: $20
Bullpen Reserved: $17
Join us at Marlins Park for Fellowship Day! VIP Special Event Package includes:
Game ticket
Postgame fellowship event hosted by Team Chaplain Chris Lane
Players will give their testimonials and discuss their devotion to faith and the community
Live concert after the game by Reach Records recording artist KB
Miami Marlins Beerfest
Saturday, 04/25/2015 – 04:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Clevelander Seat: $45
Clevelander Standing Room Only: $30
The Clevelander at Marlins Park has the perfect event for all beer enthusiasts! The Beerfest Package includes:
Clevelander ticket
Souvenir 4oz Beerfest sampling mug
Enjoy samples of international, domestic and local craft beer
Many brands will showcase their special brews at the Clevelander starting three hours prior to first pitch.
Miami Marlins Autism Awareness Day
Sunday, 04/26/2015 – 01:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Sunday, April 26th vs. WAS – 1:10 PM
Lexus Legends Level: $25
Join the Marlins as we partner with local organizations in an effort to raise awareness about this developmental disorder. VIP Special Event Package includes:
Legends Level game ticket
First 12,000 fans will receive a Christian Yelich Gold Glove replica trophy sponsored by Pepsi
Exclusive Marlins Autism Awareness puzzle
A portion of the proceeds will be donated directly to local autism groups
Seating will be located in the Lexus Legends Level, which will provide your family a comfortable setting to enjoy the game
A quiet room will be available if needed
NEW Paella and Sangria Sundays at Ball and Chain
Sunday, 03/22/2015 – 02:00 pm – 12:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
little havana, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: free
Every Sunday starting at 2PM Ball & Chain will be serving up authentic and delicious Paella paired with refreshing Sangria. This week features live music by The Jazhel Trio followed by a DJ set by the Haitian Hillbilly.
uAspire Miami Pre-Gala Kickoff Event at Ball & Chain on Thursday, March 5, 2105. This was  kick off for the uAspire Miami Cap & Gown Gala where uAspire will be announcing their 2015 uAspire First One Award Winners: *Alberto Carvahlo –  Superintendent, Miami Dade County Public Schools and Simon Ferro – Shareholder, Gunster Law Firm.   The  2015 First One Awards, to be held on Saturday, May 2, 2015, starting at 6:30p.m. at The Koubek Center in Little Havana.
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Miami Foundation 2015 Public Space Challenge Launch Event at Ball & Chain on Wednesday, March 4, 2015.
About 2015 Public Space Challenge:  “The annual contest will again seek ideas to connect Miami-Dade residents by creating, improving and activating public gathering places like parks, libraries, plazas, community gardens and playgrounds. Anyone – individuals, groups, agencies, nonprofits or companies – can submit ideas at ourmiami.org/challenge through the April 1stsubmission deadline. We encourage the community to weigh in on the ideas by liking, sharing and commenting on them. The Challenge offers a way for everyone to help advance the cause by putting solutions in the hands of residents who have a passion for this place; your voice and input is critical for this platform to work.”
“In an effort to invest in bigger ideas, mobilize more people and see greater results, The Miami Foundation and our partners have upped the total prize amount to a fitting $305,000. Our Challenge sponsors Health Foundation of South Florida, who is entering their third year of supporting the contest, and Baptist Health South Florida, who is partnering with us for the first time, have each committed funds to the total. Because of their generosity, the Challenge will support ideas encouraging healthy lifestyles and exercise activities in the community. We are privileged to help advance their work of building a stronger, more energetic Miami.”
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Comedy Night Havana
Sunday, 03/29/2015 – 03/29/2015 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Cuba Ocho Art Center
1475 SW 8th St,
Miami, Florida 33135
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: 8.00
Bringing comedy to the Miami landmark of Calle Ocho. Join us at CubaOcho as we bring a night of some of the best Stand up Comedy Miami and Beyond have to offer; as well as a marvelous collection of Cuba’s history through the arts and books. As well as a large collection of Rum, drinks of all sorts, and tapas.
CubaOcho
1465 SW 8th St #106
Miami, FL 33135
Check out the Tapas Menu Here —- > http://bit.ly/1FS8AUx
Check out the Drink Menu Here —- > http://bit.ly/1M3p0vw
Yelp reviews and photos Here—— > http://bit.ly/1KdxFjd
Buy your tickets online and we will save a special place for you during showtime! See you there.
Please arrive by 8pm to start the show!
Contact us with any inquiries or info!
Manny Garavito
Brickwall Sessions Comedy Productions
www.brickwallsessions.com
305-498-7739
info@brickwallsessions.com
FAQ:
Will the comedy be in English or Spanish?
The comedy will all be in English.
2015 Public Space Challenge Launch Event
Wednesday, March 04, 2015 at 6:00 PM
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.
Little Havana, Miami, FL
RSVP Online
Join us and local changemakers as we kick off The Miami Foundation’s 2015 Public Space Challenge. Together with Health Foundation of South Florida, we’re investing $250,000 in ideas to connect Miamians through creating and activating public spaces.
12 LENSES
Friday, 02/13/2015 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
LITTLE HAVANA ART WALK
1637 SW 8 ST,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
The Photography Club of the Information Technology Department (ITD) of Miami-Dade County is proud to present its first photography exhibition. Twelve of its members ranging from experienced photographers, beginners, and photography hobbyists are getting together to show some of their best work.
Asbert, Eleyn
Avila, Mairim
Balaban, Boris
Diez, Juan
Guzman-Arean, Susanna
Echenique, Carlos
Embil, Lawrence
Murrell, Mervin
Riera, William
Rodriguez, Emilio Hector
Suarez, Jorge I.
Torres, Ivelisse
Be Heard – Creating, Recording and Exploiting Your Music
Thursday, February 12th, 6pm
Ball and Chain
1513 SW 8th street
Little Havana, Miami, FL
Complimentary Admission
The second music event from the Miami-Dade County Film and Entertainment Advisory Board is coming. The event will be a panel on recording music and the state of the industry with the heads and CEO’s of some of the biggest labels and studios, producers, engineers, musicians and more, with a special live music performance by one of Miami’s best. It will cover:
-Home studio vs major studio.
-What are labels looking for from an artist today?
-Should records be radio ready and the state of the industry?
Panelists:
-Steve Gibb- Guitarist/Vocalist for Barry Gibb, formerly of Black Label Society, Crowbar and Kingdom of Sorrow
-Ted Lucas- CEO of Slip and Slide Records
-Matt Knoble- Engineer/Producer, Lenny Kravitz
-Nir Seroussi- President of Sony Latin America
Live performance by Feneiva, one of the New Times top ten of all time from Miami.
Happy Hour and networking from 6-7 Panel at 7 Performance after
If you’re a musician, know a musician or do anything in the entertainment industry really, this will be a great one, so we hope to see you there!
33rd Annual Winn-Dixie Carnaval Miami 5K Race
Sunday, 03/01/2015 – 06:00 am – 10:00 pm
Race Start
SW 27th Ave. (Beacon Blvd.) & SW 8th St. (Calle Ocho),
Miami, Florida 33130
RSVP Link
Cost: $35 – Adult Early Registration (through February 20); $45 – Adult Registration (Race Day); $10 – High School Challenge 5K (Grades K-12); Free – Kiddie Dash (Varying age groups)
Registration is now open for the Kiwanis of Little Havana’s 33rd Annual Winn-Dixie Carnaval Miami 5K Race, which will once again bring runners and walkers to Little Havana on the world famous Calle Ocho (SW 8th St.). The yearly event will help the Kiwanis of Little Havana further its mission to make a difference in the lives of thousands of South Florida families by affording a portion of the proceeds from the fun and competitive race to benefit La Liga Contra el Cancer and Children’s Cancer Caring Center.
As an added bonus, the first 1,000 participants to register for the fundraising event will receive a Dri-fit race t-shirt. Awards will be provided to the top male and female competitors, as well as the top three finishers in various age groups and the winning team of the 5K High School Challenge. Racers 10 years of age and younger are invited to participate in the Carnaval Miami Kiddie Dash free of charge. Following the race, participants will be treated to post-race refreshments, complimentary arroz con pollo, live entertainment and more.
38th Annual Calle Ocho Festival
Sunday, 03/15/2015 – 10:00 am – 07:00 pm
Calle Ocho
SW 8th St. (Calle Ocho) between 27th Ave. & SW 8th Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33134
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
The Kiwanis Club of Little Havana invites visitors from around the globe to the largest Hispanic street festival in the Southeastern United States during the 38th Annual Calle Ocho Festival. More than one million event-goers join the internationally renowned block party to celebrate Hispanic cultures from around the world on Miami’s legendary Calle Ocho (8th street.) The 19-block strip in Little Havana will vibrate with the hip-shaking rhythms of Latin music from salsa to hip-hop, including street performers and eight dedicated stages. Throughout the afternoon, event-goers can join street dancers as they bring the music to life; enjoy hundreds of international food kiosks simmering with authentic local and Latin flavors, sample products from many national brands and more.
Miami Marlins to Host Job Fair
Tuesday, 01/27/2015 – 10:00 am – 07:00 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
The Miami Marlins will host an open job fair from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, January 27 at Marlins Park. The job fair is open to individuals searching for an event staff position for the baseball season and all special events at Marlins Park. The Marlins’ objective is to continue to create an environment where a team of business professionals can perform to their full potential, generating economic growth, and contributing to the well-being of a diverse community.
The Marlins, together with their partners Contemporary Services Corporation, Levy Restaurants and Pritchard Sports, will have various employment opportunities available. The Marlins will have opportunities in Guest Services, Ticket Operations, Retail Operations, Premium Services, Marlins Foundation; the partners will have positions available in the areas of Concessions, Janitorial and Event Services.
Attire to attend the job fair will be business professional and candidates are encouraged to bring several copies of their resumes. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for employment. There will be complimentary parking inside the Home Plate Garage (corner of NW 7 ST and 16 AVE).
33rd Annual Miss Carnaval Miami 2015 Pageant
Saturday, 02/07/2015 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Manuel Artime Theater
900 1st St.,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: $20
The Kiwanis of Little Havana is set to host the 33rd Annual Miss Carnaval Miami 2015 pageant to determine the next female ambassador of Carnaval Miami, with support from Diet Coke, AT&T and BB&T. As the kick-off to the Carnaval Miami 2015 season, young women between the ages 16-25 will showcase their talent, beauty, poise and elegance with the opportunity to receive $2,500 in college scholarship funds, an automatic entry to the Miss Florida USA pageant and other prizes.
The 33rd Annual Miss Carnaval Miami pageant is a platform for single, bi-lingual contestants to reach their goals through their personal commitment to become leaders in their community. Along with participating in one of the community’s legendary pageants, young ladies will have the chance to gain invaluable life experience through community service, cultural events and networking opportunities.
For additional information or to purchase a ticket for the 33rd Annual Miss Carnaval Miami pageant, please call (305) 644-8888.
Teen Splash Miami
Saturday, 02/28/2015 – 07:00 pm – 11:30 pm
Clevelander (Marlins Park Stadium)
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $30
Welcome to: -Teen Benefit Parties-
IT’S WHAT EVERYONE’S RAVING ABOUT!
What you get at a our “R.A.V.E.†( Respect. And. Value. Education.) Benefit Parties.
WHAT YOU GET!:
Free Food, Games, Glow Stuff, Face/Body Painting! Win Prizes, T-Shirts, wrist bands, Top So.FL DJ’s, The Hottest TEEN PARTY in Miami, Talent Shows and more!
WIN CASH Awards & Certificates for: Best Philanthropic Concept, Team Leader Awards, Best Branding/Marketing Awards.
GIVING BACK NEVER FELT SO GOOD!
Our Benefit Concerts have one thing in mind – To Help people in Need. Be part of something bigger then yourselves.
We will be giving away money and gifts every hour to children in need at the Concert. See where your money is going and who it is helping. No guessing! Just honest Giving.
Be part of it, BE the Difference!
‘Where Music and Philanthropy Become One’
2015 Marlins Energy Team Auditions
Saturday, 01/24/2015 – 10:00 am –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
The Miami Marlins will host preliminary auditions for the 2015 Marlins Energy Team at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 24 at Marlins Park. The open auditions will be broken down into three sessions: female and male dancers, co-ed cheerleaders and gymnasts, and breakdancers. All performers must be at least 18 years of age and provide a resume with a headshot.
The Miami Marlins Energy Team is a high-energy squad with a unique mix of gymnastics, hip-hop, acrobatics, modern jazz funk and breakdancing. The Energy Team provides excitement and entertainment during Miami Marlins home games and appearances throughout the community. All rehearsals, games and community appearances are paid events.
Viernes Culturales
Sunday, 12/26/2014 – 12/26/2014 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Domino Park
801 SW 15th Ave,
Little Havana, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: free
COME CELEBRATE VIERNES CULTURALES
Friday, Dec. 26, 2014 – 7 to 11 pm
Miami’s best arts and music festival on the last Friday of every month, from 7 to 11 pm on Domino Park, SW 8th Street & SW 15th Ave.
Come join us along SW 13th & SW 18th Ave for a fun filled evening!
Join us in celebrating another Viernes Culturales. Little Havana’s popular art and culture festival is a great event for the whole family. Enjoy music and discover works by local artists and artisans in and around our iconic Domino Plaza on SW 8th Street and SW 15th Avenue, and behold contemporary and historic artworks at our many fine art galleries along Calle Ocho. Finish off your fabulous Friday night by savoring a delicious dinner at one of our various restaurants, boasting cuisine from all over the world. Come dance, eat, shop and enjoy a delightful evening in Little Havana!
Allison Cento – 7:00
Ana Kohler Band – 7:30
Los Herederos – 9:00
InTown Seasonal Celebration
Thursday, 12/18/2014 – 04:00 pm – 08:00 pm
InTown Condos
1840 SW 8th St,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free; Unwrapped gifts for children ages 5-14 RSVP @ Sales@intowncondos.com
Join us this holiday season w/ an unwrapped toy for the Leadership Learning Center, a program that emphasizes academic achievement & leadership qualities.
Miami Heritage Month Culinary Tour
Saturday, 12/20/2014 – 12/20/2014 02:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Greater Miami Convention & Visitor’s Bureau
701 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $40.00/Person
Join the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau and DigestMiami Saturday, December 20th at 2pm as we curate a multicultural tasting tour to uncover Miami’s hidden culinary gems in celebration of ‪#‎MiamiHeritage Month.
Travel in the comfort of Big Bus’ guided tour and explore the cultures that influence our town from the vibrant Latin culture of Little Havana to the alluring aroma of Creole cooking in Little Haiti.
Guests are invited to tease their senses with unique sights and sounds and indulge in the authentic flavors of four historic neighborhoods including Little Havana, Historic Overtown, West Grove and Little Haiti. The tour ends with a traditional pachanga to be held at an iconic building that has gone under extensive renovation to return it to its original 1930s glory. Tickets & more: http://bit.ly/1yGUqkj
Ball & Chain Presents Rock Legends Tribute Show, After School Special this New Year’s Eve
Sunday, 12/31/2014 – 08:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost:
Ball & Chain, the historic and world famous live music bar located at 1513 Southwest 8th Street, Miami, FL 33135 in the center of Little Havana is thrilled to announce their “Rockin New Year’s Eve†event on December 31, 2014. The recently reopened retro bar on Calle Ocho presents a live musical performance by After School Special, an all-star classic rock cover band. After School Special will feature the Foo Fighters and Wallflowers keyboardist Rami Jaffee, Dave Krusen original and former drummer of Pearl Jam, Lazy Stars lead vocalist and guitarist Jonny Kaplan and Jessy Greene violinist from Foo Fighters, Pink, Fistful of Mercy and Sound City Players. The rock legends collectively have sold over 40 million records worldwide.
The doors open at 8PM where the rock legends will take the Pineapple Stage performing covers of classic rock songs such as Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Neil Young, Tom Petty and Rod Stewart as they count down to 2015. Immediately following the live show will be a special DJ set by Foo Fighters and Wallflowers keyboardist Rami Jaffee. Ball & Chain is offering exclusive table and bottle service reservations only, followed by general admission depending on availability. The general admission will be free RSVP and confirmation code is mandatory as it is a limited guest list.
All guests must be 21+ to attend the event.
For Table Reservations: NewYears@BallandChainMiami.com
General Admission: RSVP IS MANDATORY: Â RSVP@ballandchainmiami.com
Ciclovia Miami
Sunday, 12/14/2014 – 09:00 am – 01:00 pm
Ciclovia Miami
SW 8 Street from SW 9 Ct to SW 22 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33135
Facebook Link
Cost: Free
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is excited to announce that together with local partners, we are bringing Ciclovia to Calle Ocho on Sunday, December 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. SW 8 Street from SW 9 Ct to SW 22 Avenue will be open to the community to enjoy as a park. We invite you to come walk, ride your bicycle, dance and explore all the sounds, flavors and culture of this historic Miami place.
Free Yoga by Domino Park at 10:30 a.m. (Please bring mat)
Cars will be temporarily re-routed along SW 7 Street as Calle Ocho becomes a park.
Kiwanis Club Of Little Havana Seeks Contestants For 33rd Annual Miss Carnaval Miami 2015 Pageant
Saturday, 02/07/2015 – 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Manuel Artime Theater
900 SW 1st St.,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free To Apply
The Kiwanis of Little Havana is now accepting applications for contestants to compete for the coveted title of 33rd Annual Miss Carnaval Miami 2015, presented by Coca-Cola Zero. Young women between the ages 16-25 are invited to register for the celebrated pageant, with the winner becoming an ambassador of Carnaval Miami 2015, receiving $2,500 in college scholarship funds, an automatic entry to the Miss Florida USA pageant and other prizes.
The 33rd Annual Miss Carnaval Miami pageant is a platform for contestants to reach their goals through their personal commitment to become leaders in their community. Participants will showcase their confidence, talent and beauty for a chance to gain invaluable life experience through community service, cultural events and networking opportunities.
For official rules and to download an application for the 33rd Annual Miss Carnaval Miami 2015 pageant, please visit http://carnavalmiami.com/index.php/events/miss-carnaval-miami
or call (305) 644-8888 for additional information.
Ball & Chain Presents Miami Boheme Hosted by Joe Cardona
Friday, 12/05/2014 – 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Miami Boheme nights, now scheduled every Friday is inspired by the documentary film written and directed by Joe Cardona. Joe, who will be hosting the event tomorrow is a documentary filmmaker and a writer for the Miami Herald. He coined the term ” miami boheme” to describe a genre of music he saw developing in Miami. Below, is a brief summary of the film:
Miami Boheme: An American Musical Journey is an hour-long PBS documentary about Miami’s original Latin-fusion bands and the cutting-edge scene surrounding them. The film takes viewers to clubs where the beats of bands such as Spam Allstars, Locos Por Juana, Suénalo, PALO!, Elastic Bond, and Afrobeta getthe room dancing. The film is a bilingual mash up of rhythms and cultures. It is a one-hour jam session like no other: a fusion of sights, sounds, and ideas that meld together to form the fabric of America’s most dynamic city, Miami.
As part of the The Miami Boheme nights, Joe will host each night by engaging in dialogue with the performers, and by providing commentary to the audience. Joe will also be introducing new bands that have never been previously classified as “miami boheme” into the mix.
Inside Miami Art Show
Sunday, 11/28/2014 – 12/31/2014 10:00 am – 08:00 pm
Art Emporium of Miami
710 SW 13 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33135
RSVP Link
Cost: Free
Inside Miami is a solo show by artist Yovani Bauta when every work represents a comun people of Miami.
Thanksgiving Eve at Ball & Chain
Wednesday, 11/26/2014 – 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost:
Ball & Chain’s epic Thanksgiving Eve event with local crooner Brendan O’Hara. The evening starts off with a live Jazz set then Brendan O’Hara and The Rescue taking the stage immediately following at 10PM. DJ Andy SweetSwirl to follow.
www.ballandchainmiami.com
ArtTour International Art Festival
December 3rd, 11 am – 10 pm
December 4th, 11 am – 10 pm
December 5th, 11 am – 10 pm
December 6th, 11 am – 10 pm
December 7th, 11 am – 10 pm
Koubek Center – Miami Dade College
2705 SW 3rd St
Miami, FL 33135
Website
ArtTour International Art Festival is a multi-disciplinary, multi-cultural event and creative project designed to communicate the identity of individuals, businesses, cultures, and societies to the world. A showcase of contemporary art and design where visual, performing artists, and the public create together new meanings and scenarios for the future. Organized by ArtTour International Magazine in partnership with , ATIM TV and Vivid Arts Network. The exhibition, showcasing contemporary visual and performing art in Miami and introducing international artists during the Art Basel week, will run from December 3rd to the 5th.
Life Is Art Give Miami Day
November 20, 2014, 24 Hours 12:00AM to 11:59PM
Online
Life Is Art is dedicated to creating positive change in the community through arts and culture with events and education. Founded in January of 2009, we have produced nearly one-hundred events engaging local artists, residents and businesses. Through money raised during #GiveMiamiDay we hope to be able to increase our outreach, impacting more lives in our community. During Give Miami Day The Miami Foundation provides a bonus gift for every donation between $25 and $10,000, but you are welcome to give any amount.
Miami Foundation #GiveMiamiDay Block Party
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way
Miami, Florida 33125
RSVP Online
Life Is Art will be joining the big block party hosted by the Miami Foundation at the Marlins Park Plaza! Be a part of this record-breaking day of philanthropy in Miami. Bring your friends and family as we celebrate your favorite local nonprofits with food, fun, performances and games. Look for the Miami Arts Brigade table and come say hi!
Parking is available in the Home Plate | BLUE Garage on the corner of NW 7th St and 15 Ave.
#MiamiArtsBrigade After-Party Hangout
8:00pm-12:00am
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St.
Miami, FL 33135
Join Life Is Art and the Miami Arts Brigade with many other arts groups for the late-night after party to watch the clock tick down and the donations tick up! It should be a full house with O, Miami hosting its Book Fair Party for Jai-Alai Books in the courtyard, Bookleggers on hand with lots of books, Emerging Arts Leaders of Miami Soft Launch, and the Miami Arts Brigade hosting its Give Miami Day After Party. Also enjoy live music and fun drink specials all night! There will be jazz by Nick Tanura and The Ball & Chain Jazz Band followed by DJ Haitian Hillbilly.
Give Miami Day is a unique, online giving event that provides everyone in the community an opportunity to build a greater Miami through philanthropy. During the 24-hour period between midnight November 20 and midnight November 21, individuals may view online profiles of more than 400 nonprofit organizations serving Miami-Dade County and make a charitable gift here on givemiamiday.org.
Follow on Social Media using the hashtags #givemiamiday and #miamiartsbrigade.
Facebook.com/LifeIsArtFest – Twitter.com/LifeIsArtFest – Instagram.com/LifeIsArtFest
Emerging Arts Leaders of Miami Soft Launch!
Thursday, November 20, 8:30pm
Ball & Chain
1513 SW 8th St
Miami, FL 33135
Facebook Invit
You are invited to Emerging Art Leaders of Miami’s soft launch! Join us for a fun, relaxing evening after the hectic flurry of activity for Give Miami Day and before the last weeks prior to Basel craziness.
It should be a full house with O, Miami hosting its Book Fair Party for Jai-Alai Books in the courtyard, Bookleggers on hand with lots of books and the Miami Arts Brigade hosting its Give Miami Day After Party. Also enjoy live music and fun drink specials all night! There will be jazz by Nick Tanura and The Ball & Chain Jazz Band followed by DJ Haitian Hillbilly.
Emerging Arts Leaders of Miami will be on hand to answer questions and provide more details about our future plans. We look forward to bringing together a great group of Miamians who love and work in the arts.
Emerging Arts Leaders of Miami is part of the national Emerging Leaders Network, a program developed by Americans for the Arts. Americans for the Arts defines emerging arts professionals as either being in the first five years of their arts career, or being under the age of 36. While our initiatives are designed with the emerging professional demographic in mind, we welcome the participation of all ages and experience levels.
Brazilian Girls Live at Ball and Chain
Thursday, 11/13/2014 – 07:30 pm – 03:00 am
Ball & Chain Miami
1513 SW 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $35
Ball & Chain next Thursday, November 13th featuring a live performance by BRAZILIAN GIRLS, the NYC-based band known for their eclectic blend of EDM combined with diverse musical blends of reggae, tango, chanson and house.
Sidebar Miami Opening night
Friday, November 7, 7pm
Sidebar Miami
337 SW 8th St
Miami, Florida 33130
Please join us for our opening night this Friday. We are happy to contribute this new venue to the historic, Calle Ocho. Please contact us if you have any questions or request.
We will be featuring new screenings and an art exhibit.
You can park and enter through the rear of the building.
Miami Book Fair International 2014 – The Life, Work, and Legacy of Juan Ramón Jiménez
Wednesday, 11/19/2014 – 07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
The Life, Work, and Legacy of Juan Ramón Jiménez (Spain) and Platero y yo, presented by Antonio Fernández Almanza, president of The Juan Ramón Jiménez Foundation, with authors Daisy Valls and Carlos Pintado. The event will be held in Spanish and is free and open to the public.
Miami Book Fair International 2014 – The Life, Work, and Legacy of Gabriel GarcÃa Márquez
Sunday, 11/18/2014 – 07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
The Life, Work, and Legacy of Gabriel GarcÃa Márquez (Colombia), with journalist Enrique Córdoba, in conversation with best-selling Colombian writer Plinio Apuleyo Mendoza, followed by dramatic readings by Teatro Prometeo students. The event will be held in Spanish and is free and open to the public.
Miami Book Fair International 2014 – The Life, Work, and Legacy of Gastón Baquero
Monday, 11/17/2014 – 07:00 pm –
Koubek Center Theater
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Miami Book Fair International 2014 – The Life, Work, and Legacy of Gastón Baquero (Cuba) — Carlos Espinosa DomÃnguez and Uva de Aragón pay tribute to the influential poet. Followed by readings of his work. The event will be held in Spanish and is free and open to the public.
On the Road to the 31st Miami Book Fair International – Our Lady of Charity in the soul of the Cuban people
Saturday, 11/15/2014 – 11/15/2014 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Our Lady of Charity in the soul of the Cuban people
Presentation of Emilio Cueto’s book, La Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre en el alma del pueblo cubano, which explores the presence of Cuba’s patroness in different cultural expressions.
On the Road to the 31st Miami Book Fair International – Ernesto Guevara: His final days
Friday, 11/14/2014 – 11/14/2014 08:00 pm – 09:30 pm
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Ernesto Guevara: His final days
Presentation and discussion of Che Guevara: valgo más vivo que muerto. A historic account of Ernesto Guevara’s last days in Bolivia. The event will be held in Spanish and is free and open to the public
On the Road to the 31st Miami Book Fair International – Argentinian Artists in Miami
Sunday, 11/08/2014 – 04:00 pm – 06:00 pm
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Argentinian Artists in Miami
Presentation of Artistas Argentinos en Miami, a book published by the Argentinian consulate with the participation of the Consul General of Argentina in Miami, Miguel Talento. The event will be held in Spanish and is free and open to the public.
On the Road to the 31st Miami Book Fair International – Verycuetos II: The art of literary miscellany
Saturday, 11/08/2014 – 11/08/2014 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Verycuetos II: The art of literary miscellany
Cuban author Juan Cueto-Roig presents his latest book, discussing, and reflecting upon literary culture, politics and history. The event will be held in Spanish and is free and open to the public.
On the Road to the 31st Miami Book Fair International – New Treasure from the Golden Age
Friday, 11/14/2014 – 07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
New Treasure from the Golden Age
Researcher and scholar Alfredo RodrÃÂguez López-Vázquez in conversation with journalist and cultural critic, Olga Connor, about the book Segunda parte del Lazarillo de Tormes and its importance to Hispanic literary culture, and how RodrÃÂguez López-Vázquez rediscovered it. The event will be held in Spanish and is free and open to the public.
On the Road to the 31st Miami Book Fair International – I’m 50… so what?
Friday, 11/07/2014 – 08:00 pm –
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
I’m 50… so what? Actress and TV presenter Giselle Blondet will talk with the audience about her book: Tengo 50… ¿y qué?, in which she advises women about what they can do to be successful and beautiful at 50. The event will be held in Spanish and is free and open to the public.
On the Road to the 31st Miami Book Fair International – Recent Books from La Pereza
Saturday, 11/01/2014 – 06:00 pm –
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Presentation of the new books published by Ediciones La Pereza: Facundo Cabral: sus últimos correos; El rap de la morgue y otros cuentos, de Claudia Amengual; Toda una vida, de Luisgé MartÃÂn, and Noches de Obon, MarÃÂa José Rivera. Event will be held in Spanish and are all free and open to the public.
TigerDirect Innovation: IT Conference and Expo
Friday, 11/07/2014 – 08:00 am – 05:00 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
RSVP Link
Cost: Free
TigerDirect will hold its first-ever TigerDirect Innovation: IT Conference and Expo, an exclusive business-to-business (B2B) sector symposium to be held during the Third Annual TigerDirect Tech Bash, on November 7, 2014 at Marlins Park in Miami. The must-attend business-to-business (B2B) event, which will be keynoted by Kevin O’Leary of ABC’s hit TV show “Shark Tank,†will showcase the latest technology trends and solutions via nearly 20 breakout sessions, direct access to top technology manufacturers, interactive demonstrations and on-site purchasing capabilities. The title sponsor is Lenovo and the double platinum sponsor is HP.
On the Road to the 31st Miami Book Fair International – Recent Books from La Pereza
Saturday, 11/01/2014 – 01:00 pm – 06:00 pm
MDC’s Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Presentation of the new books published by Ediciones La Pereza: Facundo Cabral: sus últimos correos; El rap de la morgue y otros cuentos, de Claudia Amengual; Toda una vida, de Luisgé MartÃÂn, and Noches de Obon, MarÃÂa José Rivera. Event will be held in Spanish and are all free and open to the public.
MIFFecito opening night at The Tower Theater on Thursday, October 16, 2014.
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PRESS RELEASE
It’s A Wrap! Miami International Film Festival’s MIFFecito, A Program Of Miami Dade College’s MDCulture,
Ends With Sold Out Screenings, Incredible Performances and Pomp
4-Day Mini Festival Run Gave Miami A Taste Of MiamiFF 2015’s Caliber Of Incredible International Programming
Opening Night Began With Director Ernesto Daranas’ Smash Hit BEHAVIOR (CONDUCTA), Continued In Spectacular Fashion at Neo-Cuban Hotspot Ball & Chain
Master Class Discussions On The Art Of Film Curation, Plus Impact of Film On Anti-Bullying Efforts, Got Audiences Thinking
MIAMI, FL – Local film lovers packed Miami Dade College’s Tower Theater this past weekend for the joyous new MIFFecito, the mid-season cinematic appetizer to 2015’s 32nd Miami International Film Festival’s (MiamiFF’s) main course taking place March 6-15, 2015. Festival organizers proclaimed the 4-day special prelude event to be successful beyond their expectations, with nonstop sold-out film screenings, exuberant visiting artists, and snazzy après-screening soirees. All MIFFecito screenings at the Tower Theater were generously presented by Viendomovies.
A jubilant MiamiFF Executive Director Jaie Laplante said, “Judging by the smile count, this autumnal run of MIFFecito was a programming initiative that truly paid off. It affirmed that the opportunity to deeply immerse one’s self in a rich, meaningful selection of superb new international cinema that is as yet undistributed in this country is profoundly desired. We’re thrilled and filled with anticipation for March!”
MIFFecito opened on Thursday, October 16th with Ernesto Daranas, the director of the sold out Opening Night film Behavior (Conducta), actor Hector Noas and the film’s art director Erick Grass, arriving for the film’s much anticipated red carpet premiere. Audiences had the pleasure of indulging in Latin treats from Tinta y Café’s pop-up café decorated with Las Tias furnishings in place just for MIFFecito. An electric question and answer session with the artists concluded the emotional Florida premiere of Behavior, and the festivities continued across the street at just-opened Ball & Chain, Little Havana’s retro, neo-Cuban hotspot which hosted MIFFecito’s Opening Night Party. Guests celebrated the electric night of live afro-Cuban sounds, gourmet Cuban tapas, and flowing libations from sponsors Bombay Sapphire and Stella Artois.
Friday night, MIFFecito kicked into full premiere gear, showcasing international hits by directors including Paco León with the North American premiere of Carmina and Amen (Spain),MatÃas Rojas Valencia withRoot (Chile),and director Sydney Sibilia’s I Can Quit Whenever I Want (Italy).Each filled-to-capacity premiere screened to laughing or deeply moved audiences.
Saturday afternoon, the festival changed gears to present an outstanding educational opportunity for the special master class The Art of Curation, presented by MiamiFF’s programming guru Thom Powers. Powers walked fascinated attendees through a process of engagement with audiences that goes far beyond simply choosing which movies to show. An intense discussion of connecting documentary cinema (Powers’ specialty) and audiences was opened up with the entire audience participating, with special discussion of Laura Poitras’ upcoming Citizenfour film used as a prime case study.
Saturday night, the evening crowds continued and the glamour unleashed, with cameras flashing as Mariana Chenillo, the director of Paradise (Mexico), and Roberto Sanchez, the lead actor of Lake Los Angeles (USA), appeared for the Florida premieres of their respective films. Also premiering that evening was Vara: A Blessing, directed by Bhutanese lama Khyentse Norbu, where guests were pleasantly surprised with an enchanting Bollywood dance team performance by Belly Motions.
Sunday afternoon, Moisés Kaufman, the celebrated director of The Laramie Project, was in attendance along with special guest moderator Dennis Scholl, Vice President of Arts for The Knight Foundation, for a very special retrospective screening of Kaufman’s groundbreaking film. Afterwards, an impassioned conversation ensued regarding the positive impact the film (and the original theater production) have had over the years since its 2002 debut. Kaufman took the opportunity to announce that, 23 years after forming his internationally celebrated Tectonic Theater Project in New York City, he will be forming a new Miami-based theater company with partners Gary Ressler and Michel Hausmann, in 2015.
The festival closed Sunday night with the East Coast U.S. premiere screening of director Emilio MartÃnez-Lázaro’s massive smash Spanish Affair (Ocho apellidos vascos), the all-time highest-grossing domestic film at the Spanish box office. Spanish Affair screened three times throughout MIFFecito, and every screening was sold out.
For MiamiFF membership opportunities or more information, please visit www.miamifilmfestival.com or call 305-237-FILM(3456). The Festival is the only major film festival event housed within a college or university.
MIFFecito After Party at Ball and Chain on Thursday, October 16, 2014.
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Miami International Film Festival MIFFecito Line-up
October 16- 19, 2014
Miami Dade College Tower Theater
Opening Night Film + Party $50 // $40 for members.
All other screenings $12 adults, $11 seniors, $10 members, $7 students.
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Miami International Film Festival is the only major film festival event housed within a college or university.
Miami International Film Festival (MiamiFF), a program of Miami Dade College’s MDCulture, is proud to announce the lineup for MIFFecito 2014, the “mini” film festival which provides a mid-season “taste” to next year’s 32nd edition running March 6-15, 2015. Taking place over four days (October 16- 19, 2014), MIFFecito will premiere heralded international films submitted from countries including Bhutan, Cuba, Italy, Mexico, Poland, and Spain. Miami Dade College’s Tower Theater will serve as the exclusive location for all screenings.
MiamiFF Executive Director Jaie Laplante mentions, “As Miami’s beloved cafecito culture is to mid-day refreshment, MIFFecito is to our annual March festival. MIFFecito is an appetizer to MiamiFF’s main course, the perfect Fall break for film lovers who crave a cinematic fix.”
The ‘mini’ festival’s film slate includes:
Thursday, October 16, 7:00pm
Behavior, Screening, Opening Night Gala
Thursday, October 16, 9:00pm
Opening Night Party at Ball & Chain, Special Event
Friday, October 17, 7:00pm
I Can Quit Whenever I Want, Screening, Cinema 360
Friday, October 17, 7:30pm
Root, Screening, Cinema 360
Friday. October 17, 9:30pm
Carmina and amen, Screening, Cinema 360
Saturday October 18, 12:00pm,, Free Tickets
Master Class: The Art Of Curation With Thom Powers, Masterclass
Saturday, October 18, 6:30pm
Root Screening 2, Screening, Cinema 360
Saturday, October 18, 7:00pm
Vara, Screening, Cinema 360
Saturday, October 18, 9:00pm
Lake Los Angeles, Screening, America the Beautiful
Saturday, October 18, 9:00pm
The Blue Car, Screening, Shorts
Saturday, October 18, 9:30pm
Paradise, Screening, Cinema 360
Sunday, October 19, 3:00pm, Free Tickets
The Laramie Project, Masterclass, Screening, From the Vault
Sunday, October 19, 3:30pm
Spanish Affair, Screening, Cinema 360
Sunday, October 19, 6:00pm
Life Feels Good, Screening, Cinema 360
Sunday, October 19, 6:30pm
Lake Los Angeles Screening 2, Screening, America the Beautiful
Sunday, October 19, 8:30pm
Spanish Affair, Screening, Cinema 360
Behavior (Conducta) (Cuba), directed by Ernesto Daranas. FLORIDA PREMIERE. *OPENING NIGHT FILM – FOLLOWED BY OPENING NIGHT PARTY AT THE SOON-TO-BE-OPENED “BALL & CHAIN” NIGHTCLUB. In director Ernesto Daranas’ second dramatic feature film, which will screen opening night at MIFFecito, a Havana boy sent to a reform school becomes the subject of a moral tug-of-war between generational ideologies in today’s Cuba. The complex, dramatic story centers on Chala, who on the critical cusp of adolescence, scrapes by with few positive role models as he illegally trains fight dogs. After Chala is sent to reform school, his addict mother’s attempts to have him released set up a chain reaction among the school leaders. Since its premiere in Cuba, the film became an unexpected social phenomenon sparking Cuba’s current social state as a hot topic for discussion.
“The Blue Car” (“El carro azul”) (Germany / Cuba), directed by Valerie Heine. FLORIDA PREMIERE. A short dramatic film about Marcos. His grandmother’s death forces Hansel, his worldly brother, to return Cuba to care for him, and an old family game helps restore the trust lost over the years.
Carmina and Amen (Carmina y amén) (Spain), directed by Paco León. NORTH AMERICAN PREMIERE. Actor-cum-director Paco León is a familiar face to Miami art film lovers. He starred in the 2013 film Three Many Weddings which played at MiamiFF31. But the year prior, he created a charming showcase for the incredible force, charisma and outrageous personality of his actress-mother Carmina Barrios’ in Carmina or Blow-Up, which became an unexpected hit both in Spain and Miami. In this 2014 sequel, Carmina and Amen, Carmina triumphantly returns, upgrading the low-budget original with a deeper, more mature work that ups the ante on her larger-than-life outlook on family, sex, death and any other topic that falls into her purview.
I Can Quit Whenever I Want (Smetto quando voglio) (Italy), directed by Sydney Sibilia. FLORIDA PREMIERE. Full of terrific, farcical comedy and wicked social commentary, I Can Quit Whenever I Want is director Sydney Sibilia’s vehicle to offer Italians the chance to chuckle at the gloomy 43% unemployment rate for Italy’s youth. Realizing their post-graduate degrees are worthless, a rag-tag crew of desperate intellectuals imagine a new psychotropic drug, and then apply their refined but completely unmarketable skills to the illicit drug trade, much to the chagrin of the local Mafia. This film was nominated for 12 Donatello Awards, the Academy Awards of Italy.
Lake Los Angeles (U.S.A.), directed by Mike Ott. FLORIDA PREMIERE. Francisco, played by Miami’s own Roberto Sanchez, is a middle-aged Cuban man who works odd construction jobs, and makes money on the side by providing his home as a holding house for illegal Mexican immigrants. Cecilia, a 10-year-old Mexican girl, crosses the border hoping to find a better life in the US, but her treacherous journey into the Promised Land will test her spiritual and physical fortitude. Lake Los Angeles (2014) completes Mike’s desert trilogy which also includes: Littlerock (2010) and Pearblossom Hwy (2012).
Life Feels Good (Chce siÄ™ zyć) (Poland), directed by Maciej Pieprzyca. FLORIDA PREMIERE. The winner of several major awards at the 2014 Polish Academy Awards, Life Feels Good is the funny, brazen, sexual, fierce and wistfully melancholic story of Mateusz, a boy born with cerebral palsy and whose inner voice dialogue drives the film’s narrative during his 26 year fight to communicate with the world. Like My Left Foot, which is also based on a true story, the Maciej Pieprzyca-directed film draws parallels to Poland’s national struggles over the time period of Mateusz’s life, both the nation and the man refusing to give up.
Paradise (ParaÃso) (Mexico), directed by Mariana Chenillo. FLORIDA PREMIERE. Director Mariana Chenillo’s second feature film takes on society’s obsession with “the perfect body” through light-hearted humor, poignant wit and absurd definitions of relationship balance. A deeply in-love, overweight married couple’s relationship suffers when, humiliated by social weight-loss chatter, they mutually seek to shrink their plus-sized bodies. Only one spouse succeeds, burdening the “failing” spouse with today’s idea of appearance and self-worth, even in the presence of unconditional love. The premiere at the Festival will be Chenillo’s second visit. Her previous film, Nora’s Will, won the Audience Award at MiamiFF26 in 2009.
Root (Raiz) (Chile), directed by MatÃas Rojas Valencia. FLORIDA PREMIERE. What happens when the estranged, abused 20-something daughter of a privileged family spontaneously adopts a nine year old boy orphaned from her domineering mother’s maid’s death? A long, rewarding road-trip, fraught with self-discovery, and bond-building. Despite their considerable age difference, Amalia and Cristobal’s common experiences of difficult family life are reinforced by director MatÃas Rojas Valencia’s striking, imposing scenery, at once building connections between the characters, the planet, and the wonders of life itself.
Spanish Affair (Ochos apellidos vascos) (Spain), directed by Emilio MartÃnez-Lázaro. EAST COAST PREMIERE. No film in 2014 has tapped the Spanish zeitgeist to the astonishing level represented by Emilio MartÃnez-Lázaro’s Spanish Affair, catapulting the 98-minute comedy to become the all-time highest-grossing Spanish film at the domestic Spanish box office. A love-smitten Seville man must pretend to be a Basque man in order to win the girl of his dreams, highlighting the cultural divide between northern and southern Spain. The tensions of Basque separatist sentiments, exasperated by Spain’s economic crisis, are a difficult daily reality, providing a taboo-busting opportunity to ease the pain with laughter through a seemingly-innocent film that proves otherwise.
Vara: A Blessing (Bhutan / Hong Kong / Sri Lanka), directed by Khyentse Norbu. FLORIDA PREMIERE. Director Khyentse Norbu’s lush, breathtaking visuals unfold the story of India’s brutal, indiscriminate caste system, which too-frequently constricts the possibility for the simplest, earnest relationships. The communion of love, art and spirituality collide when a lower-caste Muslim enraptures a lovely Hindu girl through the earthy, artistic grace of pottery, complicating village elder plans of marrying Lila off to a wealthy scion. Vara: A Blessing is a triumphant expression of whirling dance, music and the boundaries of devotion. The film is accompanied by music from worldwide famed composer and producer Nitin Sawhney. Director Norbu, who is a practicing lama, visited MiamiFF21 in 2004 when his previous film, Travellers & Magicians, was screened at the Olympia Theater.
In addition to MIFFecito’s slate of premieres, visionary playwright and director Moisés Kaufman will host a special event titled A Conversation with Moisés Kaufman & THE LARAMIE PROJECT Retrospective Screening.The Laramie Project, his landmark 2002 HBO documentary, chronicles the legislative aftermath of gay teen Matthew Shephard’s hate-crime murder. The film, an exposé of intolerance and discrimination which echoes current news from Russia and Africa, offers fresh lessons in the ongoing war. The Matthew Shepard Hate Crimes Prevention Act has positively impacted the past five years in the United States. The director will lead a post-screening conversation on the issues, techniques, and engagement his landmark film helped spark. Originally from Caracas, Venezuela, Kaufman is currently in Miami rehearsing for the November debut of Bizet’s Carmen, which is being co-produced by his Tectonic Theater Project.
Producing sponsors of MIFFecito include Ball & Chain Bar & Lounge.
Viernes Culturales on Friday, September 26, 2014.  Our first stop of the evening was at Galeria Adelmo (located at 1165 SW 6th Street) an amazing gallery which had an opening reception featuring Cuban Artists Antonio del Moral and Angel Larrua.  Mr. Del Moral will exhibit earlier watercolors and Giclees.  Then made our way over to 8th Street and had a wonderful time and to top the night off the best roasted pork sandwich from Puerco Asado.
“Viernes Culturales/Cultural Fridays, Inc. is a nonprofit organization which coordinates the popular Viernes Culturales/Cultural Fridays art, music and culture festival. Our events are held on the last Friday of every month in the heart of Little Havana, on Calle Ocho between 13th and 17th Avenues, from 7-11 pm.”
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GMCVB Partner Networking Mixer at CubaOcho Art & Research Center on Wednesday, September 24, 2014.
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Viernes Culturales
Friday, 09/26/2014 – 09/26/2014 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Domino Park
801 SW 15th Ave,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: free
Miami’s best arts and music festival on the last Friday of every month, from 7 to 11 pm on Domino Park, SW 8th Street & SW 15th Ave.
Come join us along SW 13th & SW 18th Ave for a fun filled evening!
Join us in celebrating another Viernes Culturales. Little Havana’s popular art and culture festival is a great event for the whole family. Enjoy music and discover works by local artists and artisans in and around our iconic Domino Plaza on SW 8th Street and SW 15th Avenue, and behold contemporary and historic artworks at our many fine art galleries along Calle Ocho. Finish off your fabulous Friday night by savoring a delicious dinner at one of our various restaurants, boasting cuisine from all over the world. Come dance, eat, shop and enjoy a delightful evening in Little Havana!
Mater Beach Academy – 7:30
Duo Sabor y Amor – 8:00
SonLokos – 9:30
MCVB Partner Networking Mixer at CubaOcho Art & Research Center
Wednesday, September 24, 2014, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
CubaOcho Art & Research Center
1465 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33135 
Garage and street parking are available
Cost To Attend:
Current GMCVB Partners: FREE
Non-GMCVB Partners: $10
Register Online
Enter to win a raffle for a free cruise on Resorts World Casino
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau’s Partnership Team cordially invites you to attend our Partnership Networking Mixer. Please join us for networking, passed hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary drink. Feel free to bring brochures for display, to highlight your company’s services. You are encouraged to bring promotional gifts and door prizes for additional exposure.
Noches Tropicales Free Gala Concert
Friday, 10/17/2014 – 10/17/2014 08:00 pm – 09:30 pm
Miami-Dade County Auditorium
2901 Flagler St,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: free
Noches Tropicales free gala concert featuring Grammy winner Marlow Rosado y la Riquena. First of 4 free concert series.
Art Show Opening featuring Cuban Artist Antonio del Moral
Friday, 09/26/2014 – 10/27/2014 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Galeria Adelmo
1165 SW 6TH Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Art Show Opening featuring Cuban Artists Antonio del Moral and Angel Larrua.
Mr. del Moral will exhibit earlier watercolors and Giclees.
Special Olympics Florida Hosts Softball Skills Assessment Clinic
Tuesday, September 16, 9:30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way
Miami, FL 33125
Special Olympics Florida – Miami-Dade County, a 2014 Marlins Foundation Charity Partner, will host a softball skills assessment clinic at Marlins Park. Special Olympics athletes will be able to play on the field at Marlins Park.
The Special Olympics Florida – Miami Dade County is one of four nonprofit organizations that the Marlins selected as their Charity Partners for 2014. Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for persons eight years of age and older with Intellectual Disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in a sharing of gifts, talents and friendship with their families, other athletes and the community. Through the Marlins Charity Partners, the Marlins are able to make a deep and focused-impact in the South Florida youth through education, the arts and baseball. The Marlins community partnerships and outreach efforts demonstrate their leadership in Corporate Social Responsibility and civic engagement.
The Deserter a Venezuelan movie at the Tower Theater Miami
Friday, 09/12/2014 – 09/30/2014 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Tower Theater Miami
1508 S.W 8th Street.,
Miami, Florida 33135
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Cost: $10
THE DESERTER (Memorias de un Soldado)
A Venezuelan movie about love in times of war, at the Tower Theater Miami, starting this Friday September 12, at 7PM.
At a time when war, chaos and death reign over every last inch of Venezuela, a soldier and a brave young woman manage to make space for love, despite their apparently conflicting ideals.
Marlins Park Hosts Octoberfest Miami
Saturday, October 4th | 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Marlins Park
‎501 Marlins Way
Miami, FL 33125
Buy Tickets Online
Use code OFEST to save 50%.
The Miami Marlins have announced that Marlins Park will host the Octoberfest Miami Festival, presented by Beck’s, at the West Plaza from noon to 11 p.m. on Saturday, October 4. The event will take place rain or shine as the roof will be opened to provide shelter or shade in the West Plaza. For the past two years, Octoberfest Miami by Vitamin C Communications, formerly known as Brickellfest, has executed the city’s most exciting examples of an Octoberfest celebration.
Fans can purchase tickets at Marlins.com/Octoberfest and enter the promotion code “OFEST†for a 50-percent discount on tickets. Two ticket packages are available for the event; the VIP package includes VIP entry to Octoberfest Miami, one 16-ounce beer in a souvenir Octoberfest mug, one plate of German-style cuisine, one alpine hat and early check-in from noon to 2 p.m. The general admission package includes entry to the event and one complimentary 16-ounce sponsored beer.
The event will include authentic German food, live music and a roster of 18 different beers from Beck’s, Goose Island, Shock Top and Johnny Appleseed. Live entertainment will be featured for the duration of the event, featuring a live German band, La Linea, DJ Africa, DJ Vertigo and DJ Zog.
Vitamin C Communications is a premier marketing and events agency in South Florida for over five years. Specializing in smaller luxury events to festivals for the masses to monthly executed events, Vitamin C has produced successful events ranging from Lexus’s annual ‘Sabor de Lujo’ taste of Miami, New Year’s Eve at Mondrian South Beach and their most well-known and widely attended event, the Brickell Fest Holiday Event Series.
Marlins To Host Six-Game Homestand Against The New York Mets And Atlanta Braves
September 1-7, 2014
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way
Miami, FL ‎33125
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The Miami Marlins begin a six-game homestand on Monday, September 1, with a three-game series against the New York Mets. Following an off-day on Thursday, the Marlins will host the Atlanta Braves for a three-game weekend series.
There will be two in-game check presentations taking place during this homestand; the first taking place on Friday, when the Miracle League will receive a check for $200,000 from the Marlins and the State of Florida. The Marlins and State of Florida joined efforts to raise funds to build a new field for the Miracle League. Then on Saturday, RHP Jose Fernandez will present a check to Raymond Rodriguez-Torres and the “Live Like Bella†Foundation as part of Star Wars Night and “Stand Up To Cancer.â€
The Marlins will celebrate Star Wars Night, presented by LucasFilm and benefitting “Stand Up To Cancer,†on Saturday. Characters from LucasFilm’s Star Wars series will be available for pregame photos in the Star Wars sections (Section 225 – 228) and will be doing in-game stunts with Billy The Marlin. Fans who purchase the special ticket package will receive a limited edition Jedi Billy Bobblehead, available while supplies last. The upcoming homestand also features ALS Day. On Sunday, the Marlins Foundation and the ALS Recovery Fund will partner to host ALS Day at Marlins Park. The Marlins will present a check of their annual contribution to the ALS Recovery Fund during pregame ceremonies, also playing Lou Gehrig’s “Luckiest Man†Speech prior to the game.
Also on Sunday, the first 5,000 kids, ages 12 and under, will receive a Marlins Julio the Octopus Kids Plush Doll courtesy of Barry University.
Art Show Opening featuring Cuban Artist ANgel Larrua
Friday, 08/29/2014 – 08/29/2014 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Galeria Adelmo
1165 SW 6TH Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
RSVP Link
Cost: Free
Art Show Opening Featuring Cuban Artist Angel Larrua.
Complimentary wine and cheese.
Parking available at The Latter-Saints Church on the corner of 12th Ave and 6TH Street
From Literature to Painting
Friday, 08/22/2014 – 08/22/2014 07:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Cuba Ocho
1465 SW 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
The artists of Art Emporium (a fine arts Miami group) have interpreted literary masterpieces in painting and some sculptures. Complementing this cultural event, there will be live performances: a short play, a Latin band, a ballet dance, recitation, and singing. Please join us as we also introduce our new gallery scheduled to open in the fall of 2014.
Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art present the River Of Art #16 Pop-Up Social at LeKoKe Wine & Bites on Tuesday, July 22, 2014.
Featured Artists: Â Ileana Collazo, Aquarela Sabol and Chy Tea Shoulin
Featured Charities: Â PARK Project and Heroines Choir
Music by DJ Hank Justice
About the River Of Art Program:
The River Of Art is a monthly business networker and art showcase combined. We provide more than just a platform for professionals to get together, discuss business strategies and make connections, we create synergies to help promote business by including an amazing art show of local talent!
About Life Is Art
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.
Supported by Supported by Sweat Records – Fabulous Miami – Tony Major Events – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – PARK Project – You and I Are Love –  Soul Of Miami
Next month River of Art is August 19nd at Tongue and Cheek so save the date!
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Master Puppetry Workshop with Jim Hammond
Monday, 07/21/2014 – 07/24/2014 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Koubek Center
2705 sw 3 street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: 400
A two week intensive workshop that covers puppet theatre and culture, puppet performance, character and story development and play writing for the puppet theatre.
Master Puppetry Workshop with Jim Hammond
Monday, 07/28/2014 – 07/31/2014 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Koubek Center
2705 sw 3 street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: 400
A two week intensive workshop that covers puppet theatre and culture, puppet performance, character and story development and play writing for the puppet theatre.
A Summer Soiree
Tuesday, 07/15/2014 – 09:00 pm –
Cavalli Miami
150 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Cost:
Cavalli Restaurant and Lounge present “A Summer Soiree†during Miami Swim Week. Keva J and Ricki Brazil will be showcasing their summer lines during the upcoming show On Tuesday July, 15, 2014. The lounge will be open at 9:00pm. For more information: info@cavallimiami.com or 305.835.4191
The Pixel Trade Miami
Thursday, July 10, 7-9PM
Futurama Art Complex
1637 SW 8th Sreet
Miami, FL
Tickets are free! Space is limited.
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Join us for an evening of amazing stories from Shatanu Starick, a young Australian photographer who is traveling the world through the sustainable bartering of his artistic craft. To date, he has been to 5 of the 7 continents, and over the course of 2 years has done over 170 trades. His concept is simple, he barters his services as a photographer for food, lodging, and transportation to his next trade. The idea is to reintroduce the bartering system into day-to-day life.
Soul Of Miami and Life Is Art present the River Of Art 16 Pop-Up Social Event
Tuesday, July 22, 6:30pm-9:30pm
LeKoKe Wine & Bites
1225 SW 8th St
Miami, FL 33135
Tickets: $10 with Advance RSVP using discount code “SOUL†($20 regular price without RSVP)
Click Here to Pre-Register
Bringing People and Art Together
A gathering place of Miami’s good people, activists, innovators, creators, entrepreneurs and artists. Come enjoy a welcome drink, tasty food, good company, great art, meet the artists and support the community!
Instagram Hashtag: #RiverOfArt
Featured Artists: Ileana Collazo, Aquarela Sabol, Chy Tea Shoulin
Featured Charities: PARK Project, Heroines Choir
Music by DJ Hank Justice
Including a special announcement about In The Loop 305!
In The Loop 305 is an emergent space seeking to revolutionize our city’s creative economy. Building on the amazing work already happening throughout the city, In The Loop 305 will advocate for new talent and businesses, curate an events calendar that helps reduce silos and push Miami to be a hub for collaboration, innovation and culture.
Plus, the debut of the Art Cafe and the unveiling of their newly acquired collection of hand-painted wine bottles!
Art bottles will be for sale on the premises, or patrons can order the special occasion bottle they drink there to be hand-painted by one of the artists especially for them as a memento of that outing they want to remember forever. 25% of the revenue generated by the sales of the bottles will always be donated to Life is Art so that they can continue to grow, strengthen, and support our local artistic community.
Also there will be a special appearance by the Heroines Choir; an amazing group of breast cancer survivor women singers you will never forget.
Supported by Fabulous Miami – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – PARK Project – You and I Are Love – Sweat Records – Tony Major Events – Soul Of Miami
Each month, Life Is Art brings the community together at our River Of Art pop-up art-in-public-places show to socialize through the power of the arts with the goal of exposing new artists, introducing new people to art appreciation, providing an inspiring space to make new connections, showcasing local businesses and charities, while providing a fun break during the work week! Â The modest $10 door fee goes to support Life Is Art’s mission.
Art is an inspiring talking point, discussing it is a great way to break the ice. Culture is one of the primary elements that build community. Hosting a business networker within an art show is a unique way to encourage socializing. Some events include live performances and other surprises! These shows are also important fundraisers and help us continue our programs.
Ileana Collazo
I learned all I needed to about creating art as a young girl in my grandmother’s garden—where I sat doing what as an adult I call meditating—that quiet spot became my temple. Today my art includes flowers, bursts of abstracted shapes and colors, geometrical excursions, digital paintings, and GRAMFFITI (the first graffiti made by a grandma, for which I was baptized IC the G.
Aquarela Sabol
Born in 1977 in a small river town in Ohio, Aquarela Allyson Sabol, began expressing and communicating through the medium of painting and drawing at a very early age. As an only child, she regarded art as an intimate personal companion: a simultaneous source of freedom, connection and inspiration to the world around her. Aquarela’s favorite subject of artistic exploration is the human form, full of beauty and flaws. She strives to portray the intangible quality of “ashe†or life essence of each subject to form a connection between the viewer, the subject and the artist. Each piece created is like the ring of a tree, which over time and years of growth, inevitably form the fingerprint of the artist herself.
Chy Tea Shoulin
Born in 1975 in Rockville, Connecticut, Chy Walton is an emerging artist in Miami and has involved himself with many mediums of art. Acrylic is his preference, he also works with charcoal, aerosol spray paint, acrylic oil, watercolor, wheat paste and others. He has exchibited his works in many venues in Miami and is very active in the Wynwood community.
PARK Project
PARK Project is a South Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization we founded whose mission is simply to inspire people to Perform Acts of Random Kindness (PARK) every day. We have developed award-winning initiatives to promote kindness throughout our community; one of them being our upcoming signature event, The 5k PARK Fest. It’s a one-of-a-kind, large scale community event that serves as a vehicle for all students to gain hands-on service learning experience, community hours AND FUNdraise for their school, club or favorite non-profit organization. It’s also a huge benefit to smaller, non-profit groups looking to engage their volunteers and donors as well as corporations looking to raise money for an aligned cause to increase their brand’s community involvement & corporate responsibility.
Heroines Choir
Heroes Unite has been dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through the arts since 1999. Utilizing innovative programming and volunteerism we have impacted thousands of youth, special populations and undeserved communties. Our current programs include MMT (Mobile Micro Theater- bring the latest trends in performing arts to unsuspecting neighborhoods via our fully converted bus to black box theater) SSAS (Daily cultural programing for 6 -12 year olds using the ancient arts of China improving self respect, focus, discipline and mindfulness) and The Heroines Choir (cancer victors learning how to sing for healing and empowerment)
About the River Of Art Program
The River Of Art is a monthly business networker and art showcase combined. We provide more than just a platform for professionals to get together, discuss business strategies and make connections, we create synergies to help promote business by including an amazing art show of local talent!
About Life Is Art
Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.
Galeria Adelmo’s Art Gallery Opening Reception
Friday, June 27th, from 7PM to 10PM
Galeria Adelmo
1165 SW 6th St.
Miami, FL 33135
During the monthly festival event, held on the last Friday of the month, Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays, Galeria Adelmo will have an art exhibition featuring local and international artists.
You are invited to join us at Galeria Adelmo’s Art Gallery Opening Reception. Enjoy a wonderful evening with your friends while seeing a varied collection of art from local and acclaimed artists. There is a lovely outdoor courtyard in the back, plus other shops, restaurants, theaters and boutiques that are open which you are welcome to visit.
The gallery has a variety of original artists’ works from paintings, gift cards, prints, art posters and more! The featured artist is Antonio Del Moral, gallery owner. The painting you are seeing is called “Paisley I”; acrylic on paper.
You are also invited to park just across the street at the Mormon Church parking lot to attend Galeria Adelmo’s Art Opening; it’s on 6th Street & 12th Avenue.
Beer Fest
Saturday, 06/28/2014 – 06/28/2014 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Clevelander Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: $30-$45
The Clevelander at Marlins Park has the perfect event for all beer enthusiasts to enjoy samples of international, domestic and local craft beer. Many brands will showcase their special brews at the Clevelander starting three hours prior to first pitch. Stay for the game and party all night inside the Clevelander!
BEERFEST PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• Unlimited beer samples 3 hours prior to first pitch
• One (1) 4 ounce beer mug for sampling
• One (1) game ticket for admission inside the Clevelander
Beers for June 28th:
Table #1 Anheuser Busch
Shock Top Apple Wheat
Rolling Rock
Table #2 Widmer
Rotator IPA Hopside Down
Hefeweizen
Table #3 Widmer
Omission Pale Ale
Omission Lager
Table #4 Kona/Estrella
Kona Fire Rock
Estrella Inedit
Table #5 Goose Island
312 Wheat
Honkers
Table #6 Goose Island
Ogden
Illinois
Table #7
Bass
Boddingtons
Table #8
St Pauli Girl
St Pauli Girl Dark
Table #9 Anheuser Busch
Lime-A-Rita
Mango-Rita
Table#10
Staropramen
Tennents
Third Annual Tiger Tech Bash
Friday, November 7, 2014, 7-11pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way
Miami, FL 33125
www.tigertechbash.com
If you think 10,000 techies is a whole lot of geek power, how about 20,000? This year, TigerDirect has signed with the iconic Marlins Park in Miami to host an even bigger evening of innovation, emerging technology and interactive entertainment for its third annual TigerDirect Tech Bash this fall. Along with the expected bonanza of technology exhibits, demonstrations and large-scale activities, TigerDirect promises several new features, including on-site purchasing and even bigger names in tech.
³We are thrilled to double the size of last year’s Tech Bash and to expose our customers to the latest technology products and innovations,² says Steven Leeds, Director of Corporate Marketing at TigerDirect. ³We are equally excited about our partnerships with local companies and organizations as this is our effort to further propel South Florida into the international tech spotlight.”
With so many groundbreaking changes occurring regularly in the tech world, it is only fitting that the internationally covered Tech Bash would need to expand its offerings to keep up with the current state of affairs. At the 2013 Tech Bash, over 10,000 attendees immersed themselves in a stadium takeover event where 115 exhibitors- including Intel, HP, Lenovo, Dell and others- wowed crowds with activations, product launches and presentations of the latest tablets, laptops, big screens, cloud storage tech and other emerging technologies.
Attendees of this year¹s TigerDirect Tech Bash can expect live media coverage, interactive brand activations and exclusive deals. Additionally, TigerDirect will be letting the kids in on the fun- entry age to open up to 13+. Most notable of the current plethora of updates is allowing consumers to make on-site purchases, allowing attendees a chance to not only test new products, but to also take home exclusive products before the rest of the world has a chance.
Chino y Nacho – Marlins Summer Concert Series
Saturday, 06/28/2014 – 04:00 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: Complimentary
Winners of the 2010 Latin Grammy, Chino y Nacho will be performing live on June 28 in Marlins Park as part of the Miami Marlins Saturday Spectacular Summer Concert Series. With hit singles such as “Niña Bonita†the Venezuelan natives will help the Miami Marlins celebrate Venezuelan Heritage Day on June 28 in Marlins Park right after the Miami Marlins vs the Oakland Athletics game.
Boyz II Men Marlins Summer Concert Series
Saturday, 06/21/2014 – 04:00 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: Complimentary
Four-time Grammy winning trio Boyz II Men will perform at Marlins Park on Saturday June 21 as part of the Miami Marlins Saturday Spectacular Summer Concert Series. Join us as we listen to the world’s best-selling R&B group perform live in Marlins Park after the Miami Marlins host the New York Mets.
BoB concert
Saturday, 05/31/2014 – 04:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: Complimentary
Following the May 31 Miami Marlins vs Atlanta Braves game, the six-time Grammy nominated rapper/songwriter B.o.B will perform as part of the Miami Marlins Saturday Spectacular Summer concert series in Marlins Park. B.o.B is a Georgia-native hip hop recording artist, singer-song writer and record producer. His hit songs “Nothing on You” “Airplanes” and “Magic” have all reached the top of music charts.
Images of Tango
Sunday, 07/12/2014 – 08:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Manuel Artime Theater
900 SW 1st Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
More Info Link
Cost: $25-$35 in advance / $30-$40 at the door
The Tango Times Dance Company, presents Images of Tango, a performance celebrating The Argentine Independence Day. Oscar Caballero and Roxana Garber along with the dancers of The Tango Times Dance Company will take you from the romantic Argentine Folk Dances to the sensual world of Tango with the not-to-be-missed musical production. There will be a Tribute to the great Bandoneonist AnÃbal Troilo for the centenary of his birth. Choreographed by Oscar Caballero, Images of Tango will recreate the scene of Buenos Aires to a live onstage orchestra led by Anibal Berraute Cuarteto and vocalist Cristina Longo. Images of Tango will please the audiences with its ensemble cast of dancers who bring to life the sensual and sexy dances. Important is to mention the dancers: Oscar Caballero, Roxana Garber, Gabriel Toppino, Silvana Ariza, Guildro Seide, Veronica Seleiman, Joaquin Canay, Effy Polizogopulos, Alex Watanabe and Michy Dickinson . Advanced tickets are available for purchase online for $25- 35, or for $30- $40 at the door. For additional ticket information, call 305-266-3029 / 786-221-5976 or email info@tangotimes.us.
Marlins Park Happy Hour Fridays
Fans can enjoy $4 domestic draft beer prior to all Friday home games from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
The Marlins today announced a new promotion that provides fans discounted beer prices prior to all Friday home games. Fans can now head to the Budweiser Bow Tie Bar on Fridays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. to enjoy the reduced priced $4 domestic draft beers.
“This new promotion is another step in improving the fan’s overall experience,†said Claude Delorme, Marlins Executive Vice President of Operations and Events. “We are encouraging fans to arrive to the ballpark early, take in the pregame festivities and watch batting practice. This will soon become a great Miami Happy Hour tradition, allowing fans to start their weekends early at the ballpark and enjoy the beautiful Miami setting at the Budweiser Bow Tie Bar.â€
The Marlins are also unveiling domestic draft beers for $6 for every home game at all permanent bars throughout the remainder of the season.
For more information regarding promotions and ticket specials, please visit marlins.com/ticketspecials.
Marlins Saturday Spectacular Concert Series with Gente De Zona on Cuban Heritage Day at Marlins Park
Saturday, May 24, 2:30pm
Marlins Park West Plaza
501 Marlins Way
Miami, FL, 33125
The Cuban reggaeton group Gente de Zona will open the Saturday Spectacular concert series on May 24, which is also Cuban Heritage Night presented by Banah Sugar.
2:30 p.m.: Pregame festivities on the West Plaza
3:45 p.m.: Ceremonial First Pitch
Show begins 15 minutes following conclusion of game
Gente de Zona (slang term for “people from the neighborhood”) is a Cuban reggaeton (cubaton) group founded by Alexander Delgado in 2000. The group combines this rhythm with more traditional forms of Cuban music in order to attract younger fans. Their album “Lo Mejor Que Suena Ahora Vol. 2,†featured hits like “Le Gustan los Artistas†and “Los Animales†that brought them global acclaim in Europe and the U.S. In March of 2013, Gente De Zona announced the departure of Jacob Forever from the group and the addition of Randy Malcom, ex-lead singer of la Charanga Habanera. Gente de Zona has recently performed in the past year at the Latin Billboard Awards, Latin Grammy Street Parties, and Nuestra Belleza Latina on Univision. The group is currently featured on the mega-hit, “Bailando†by Enrique Iglesias with Descemer Bueno, which has been #1 on the Latin Billboards Charts for the last two weeks.
During the summer, following the Marlins’ Saturday, 4:10 p.m. games in May and June, the team will offer complimentary postgame concert performances from acclaimed recording artists (Gente de Zona, B.o.B, Boyz II Men and Chino y Nacho) at the West Plaza of Marlins Park. For more information, please visit marlins.com/entertainment.
16th Annual IFE-ILE Afro-Cuban Dance Festival
Thursday, 08/28/2014 – 08/30/2014 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
IFE-ILE, Inc.
4845 NW 7 St. #404,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link
Cost: Varies
The 16th Annual IFE-ILE Afro-Cuban Dance Festival will feature a panel discussion, an exciting variety of dance workshops with live drumming, a street fair with lively performances by renowned artists in the tradition at Viernes Culturales. The event culminates with a performance Gala featuring guest artists and IFE-ILE Afro-Cuban Dance Company followed by an after party.
Gente de Zona – Marlins Summer Concert Series
Saturday, 05/24/2014 – 05/24/2014 04:10 pm – 09:00 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: Complimentary
Following the Marlins game on Saturday, May 24 at 4:10 p.m., Gente de Zona will take the stage in West Plaza at Marlins Park. Also on May 24, the Marlins will also be celebrating Cuban Heritage Day; all special event ticket holders will receive a limited-edition Marlins Cuban Heritage Cap (based on availability). Media looking to cover the event should e-mail jalvarez@marlins.com.
Beer Fest
Saturday, 05/24/2014 – 04:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Clevelander Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Buy Tickets Link
Cost: $30-$45
Next Monthly Beer Fest: May 24th at Clevelander in Marlins Park
The Clevelander at Marlins Park has the perfect event for all beer enthusiasts to enjoy samples of international, domestic and local craft beer. Many brands will showcase their special brews at the Clevelander starting three hours prior to first pitch. Stay for the game and party all night inside the Clevelander!
BEERFEST PACKAGE INCLUDES:
• Unlimited beer samples 3 hours prior to first pitch
• One (1) 4 ounce beer mug for sampling
• One (1) game ticket for admission inside the Clevelander
Check out www.ClevelanderSports.com for updates.
For tickets: http://miami.marlins.mlb.com/mia/ticketing/supergroup.jsp?group=beerfest
Fla-Fra Culture Click by Adler Guerrier
Thursday, 04/24/2014 – 10:00 am – 10:08 am
Versailles Restaurant
3555 SW 8th Street,
MIami, Florida 33133
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Untitled (Montauciel) by Adler Guerrier is a gestural homage to the experiments of the Mongolfier brothers. In a live demonstration at Versailles. On September 19, 1783, before King Louis XVI of France and Queen Marie Antoinette, the Montgolfier brothers placed a sheep named Montauciel (ascends to heaven), a rooster and a duck in a basket as passengers in hot air balloon flight that lasted 8 minutes. When the balloon safely landed, it proved the air was breathable at the relative altitude reached in flight.
Viernes Culturales on Friday, March 28, 2014. Our first stop for the night was Galeria Adelmo and one of my favorite gallery’s in Little Havana.
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Los Arboles Mueren de Pie
Friday, 04/04/2014 – 04/12/2014 08:30 pm – 11:00 pm
ArtsPoken Teatro
1167 SW 6th Street,
miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: 20.00
Comedy of Alejandro Casona (Spain) in spanish.
Directed by Clara Varona and the participation of Cesar Mite, Lydia Valdes, Isaniel Rojas, Samantha Velez, Julio Cesar Fernandez, Paut William, D’Artagnan Gutierrez, Any Rose, Camilo Ramirez and Clary Varona.
Winn-Dixie Family Zone Celebrates Family, Food, Fun And Culture At Calle Ocho
Sunday, 03/09/2014 – 11:00 am – 05:00 pm
El Dorado Furniture Parking Lot
2475 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Facebook Link
Cost: Free
The Winn-Dixie Family Zone is the place to be for families to celebrate the excitement of Calle Ocho at the annual street festival. Families are invited to visit the Winn-Dixie Family Zone for an afternoon of food and fun with special appearances by local celebrity Chef Pepin, local radio personality Liliani Gonzalez of Mix 98.3 FM, Kool-Aid Man, Mr. Peanut, Mr. Oreo, the Sour Patch Man, the Planters NUTmobile, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile and the Coca-Cola Freestyle Truck, as well as enjoy cooking demonstrations, live entertainment, rock climbing, bounce houses, photo booths, interactive games, face painting, product sampling, giveaways and more.
Winn-Dixie invites shoppers to stay updated on the excitement of Calle Ocho and join the conversation by becoming a fan of Winn-Dixie’s Latino Facebook page at www.facebook.com/winndixielatino or by following us on Twitter @WinnDixieLatino and @winndixie and using #WDCalleOcho.
3:05 Cafecito on #305Day at Versailles!
Wednesday, 3/05/14, 3:05 p.m. – 4:05 p.m.
Versailles Restaurant
3555 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33135
Did you know this Wednesday (3/05) is #305day?
Celebrate your 305 pride at, Miami community landmark, Versailles restaurant for a dose of Miami nectar.
First 50 people will get a @305cafecito t-shirt and surprises from our partners
Free pastelitos de guayaba for everyone courtesy of @versaillesmiami!
Can’t make it? No worries! Share your cafecito moment with #305cafecito!
The Big Read Film Series Presents: The Namesake by Mira Nair
Saturday, 04/12/2014 – 04/12/2014 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Koubek Center Art Cinema
2705 SW 3 street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Join us for a free screening of this year’s Big Read title adaptation, The Namesake, the final film in our Big Read film series. Explore Indian culture and the cross-culture shift through Lahiri’s young main character, Gogol. The first 50 attendees will receive a free copy of The Namesake.
Art Show “EROTTIKA”
Friday, 02/28/2014 – 03/21/2014 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
GALERIA ADELMO
1165 SW 6TH STREET,
MIAMI, Florida 33130
Facebook Link
Cost: N/A
Extended Art Show for Venezuelan Artist Rene Romero, Adriana Rota and Maureen Graves
Miami Marlins 2014 Promotions Schedule
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: tickets vary by seating
The Miami Marlins announced today their promotions schedule for the 2014 regular season. Sean Flynn, Sr. Vice President of Marketing and Event Booking made the announcement. This year’s promotions schedule features 15 fan giveaways as well as an unprecedented selection of special value ticket offers for fans, available for every day of the week.
On Monday home games in 2014 (including Opening Night on March 31), the popular All You Can Eat Seats return for just $22 in the Home Run Porch or $32 in the Lexus Legends Level. The All You Can Eat Seats include a game ticket and unlimited Kayem Beef Franks, Peanuts, Popcorn, Nachos, Pepsi Soft drinks and Aquafina Water. The offer will be available online, at the Marlins Park Ticket Office, or for groups of 20 or more by calling 305-480-2523, or visiting marlins.com/groups. Also on Mondays in 2014 (excluding Opening Night), all active and retired military personnel, veterans, first responders, military civilians and their spouses and children (up to 4 family members) can take advantage of complimentary tickets with the South Florida Heroes Mondays promotion. The South Florida Heroes Monday offer is available on the day of game only, beginning two hours prior to the scheduled first pitch. Fans must present a valid ID at the Marlins Park East Ticket Office. Additionally, GovX Members (which include military, police, fire, EMS, first responders and government agencies), can take advantage of a Buy One Ticket, Get the Second 50% Off special offer on all Monday through Thursday home games in 2014 (excluding Opening Night). For more information see the GovX special offer at marlins.com.
With Miami Herald Half Price Tuesdays, fans can purchase tickets in the Lexus Legends Level, Baseline Reserved, Bullpen Reserved and Home Run Porch for half their regular price on any Tuesday home game in 2014. Fans can purchase up to 8 tickets per transaction, online at marlins.com or at the Marlins Park ticket office. This offer is also available for groups of 20 or more by calling (305) 480-2523 or visiting marlins.com/groups.
On Kids Eat Free Wednesday Nights, all kids 12 and under can eat free (excludes Wednesday matinee games on May 7, June 18, July 30 and Aug. 20). The Kids Eat Free Wednesday Nights promotion is valid for all seating categories in the ballpark. Each child 12 and under will receive a voucher at the ballpark entrance for a free Kayem Beef Frank, a bag of Frito Lay chips and a small Pepsi or Aquafina water, redeemable at any Fan Feast or D’ Town Favorites concession stand in the ballpark. Also on Wednesdays, fans can take advantage of the Chevron “Crazy 8’s†Ticket Offer and get $8 Bullpen Reserved or $18 Home Plate Box tickets to any Wednesday home game in 2014 with the purchase of eight (8) gallons or more from any participating South Florida Chevron station. Fans can present their registered receipt at the Marlins Park Ticket Office to receive this offer or go to marlins.com/chevron for more details.
A new promotion, Marlins Cap Thursday Nights (for groups only), will provide fans with a take home gift from their Marlins experience. Fans will receive a Marlins baseball cap for every group ticket purchased (except for April 3 & May 22 games). This promotion excludes premium seating, Suite Rentals, Bullpen Zone, Budweiser Balcony and Clevelander Seating. Also on Thursdays, fans age 55 and older can take advantage of the Seniors Free Ticket Thursdays promotion presented by Wellmax Medical Centers and receive a complimentary ticket to any Thursday home game in 2014. Valid identification must be shown at the Marlins Park East Ticket Office at the designated window on the day of game only, beginning two hours prior to scheduled first pitch. Tickets will be based on the best available seating, not to exceed Baseline Reserved.
Weekends will be highlighted by several promotions and events, beginning with Fireworks Fridays, which features a pregame party on the West Plaza, including radio broadcasts and appearances, live music on the stage, Marlins Energy Team performances, sponsor activation areas with interactive displays and entertainment for all ages. Immediately following the game, fans can enjoy a fireworks show over Marlins Park from the comfort of their seats.
Saturday Spectaculars return this season and will include a pregame party on the West Plaza featuring live music on the main stage, appearances from the Marlins Sea Creatures, interactive displays and entertainment for all ages. Eight of the 13 Saturday Spectacular home games (7:10 p.m. games only) will feature a post-game party at The Clevelander at Marlins Park, on the East Plaza, with local and regional DJs, drink specials and entertainment for all fans. The remaining five Saturday Spectacular home games (May 24 and 31, June 14, 21, and 28) return the popular West Plaza post-game concerts with national recording artists, plus food and beverage kiosks, appearances from The Energy Team and more. A full schedule of artists will be released on marlins.com and marlinsbeisbol.com closer to the start of the season. The All You Can Eat Seats will also be available on Saturday Spectaculars, for just $27 in Home Run Porch or $37 in the Lexus Legends Level. Like Mondays, menu items will include Kayem Beef Franks, Peanuts, Popcorn, Nachos, Pepsi Sodas and Aquafina Water. Fans will be able to claim their food and beverages from concession stands at Section 205 for the Lexus Legends Level guests and section 36 in centerfield for the Home Run Porch. The offer will be available online, at the Marlins Park Ticket Office, or for groups of 20 or more by calling 305-480-2523 or visiting marlins.com/groups.
All 13 Sunday home games in 2014 will be designated as Marlins Family Sundays. Activities will include appearances with music, games and prizes from Radio Disney AM 990, face painters, interactive games, Selfie Snapshot Sunday photo opportunities with players and more. Fans can get a photo with a Marlins player at Selfie Snapshot Sunday in the New Era Team Store on the West Plaza. All kids 12 and under can run the bases in Diamond Dash after all Sunday games. The Pepsi 4-for-$54 Pack is back for Marlins Family Sundays, with packages available in the Lexus Legends Level, Baseline Reserved and Home Run Porch. The Pepsi 4-for-$54 Pack includes four (4) tickets, four (4) Kayem Beef Franks and four (4) Pepsi soft drinks, starting at just $54. This promotion will be available online, at the Marlins Park Ticket Office, or for groups of 20 or more by calling 305-480-2523 or visiting marlins.com/groups. Hot dog and Pepsi vouchers will be printed with the tickets and redeemable at any Fan Fest concession stand on the day of the game only. All Marlins Family Sunday home games will also include a Marlins giveaway item. A full list of scheduled giveaways can be found below and at marlins.com or marlinsbeisbol.com.
An all new seating section and ticket package was released for the 2014 season. The Jose’s Heroes section at Marlins Park is one of the best new fan areas in Major League Baseball. Jose’s Heroes seats will be in the Bullpen Reserved sections in Left Field, above the Clevelander at Marlins Park (Sec. 29-32). Fans can purchase these tickets through:
 Season Ticket Plan for $499:
o Offer includes tickets to all 81 games, all 6 commemorative Jose’s Heroes t-shirts, K-Cards and an invitation to an exclusive Meet & Greet with Jose Fernandez.
 Group tickets:
o Bring your group of 20 or more to any Jose’s Heroes game in which Jose starts for the Marlins. Each ticket is $16 and includes that month’s commemorative Jose’s Heroes t-shirt for every group ticket purchased.
 Single game tickets:
o Join the fun and purchase a ticket in the Jose’s Heroes section. Tickets can be purchased online at marlins.com or at the Marlins Park Ticket Office. Fans who attend all of Jose’s home starts will receive an invitation to the exclusive Meet & Greet with Jose.
Also this season, Businessperson Specials will be offered for groups on weekday matinee games. Matinee games are ideal for entertaining clients, hosting meetings or simply enjoying an employee lunch at the ballpark. Each Businessperson Specials group ticket includes $10-$20 in concessions credit or a customized hospitality event suited for your group. This offer is available for weekday matinee games only and excludes Premium Seating, Suite Rentals, Bullpen Zone, Budweiser Balcony and Clevelander Seating.
Single game tickets for the 2014 season go on sale this Saturday, February 15, at 10 A.M. at Marlins Park during the T-Mobile Miami Marlins Winter Warm-Up (10AM-2PM), and online beginning at 10 A.M. at marlins.com and marlinsbeisbol.com. The T-Mobile Miami Marlins Winter Warm-Up will also give fans an opportunity to meet Marlins players, get autographs and enjoy live music, games, rides and activities for the entire family.
Miami Marlins Launch “Jose’s Heroes” Fan Zone
Saturday, 02/15/2014 – 10:00 am – 02:00 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: rates vary per seating
The Miami Marlins today announced the creation of the “Jose’s Heroes†fan zone in recognition of the 2013 NL Rookie of the Year, Jose Fernandez. The exciting, new and energetic fan zone will be located in the left field Bullpen Reserved, sections 29-32. Fans can purchase a Jose’s Heroes full season ticket package (all 81 home games, including Opening Night) for just $499 per seat.
As part of the added value to this great opportunity, fans who purchase this package will receive one Jose’s Heroes t-shirt per month throughout the season to wear during a Fernandez start, one “K card†per game to cheer on Jose with every strikeout and one Meet and Greet opportunity with Jose in 2014. Fans will be encouraged to make signs, dress up as their favorite heroes and create a wild and crazy energetic fan atmosphere in this area at the left field porch.
The Winter Warm-Up is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, February 15. Fans can sit in and select their seats for the 2014 season through a variety of new season ticket plans, including Full Season, the 41-Game Weekend Plan, the 40-Game Business Plan, the 28-Game Weekend Plan, the 15-Game Saturday Plan, the 13-Game Sunday Plan and the new Jose’s Heroes season ticket package. Single game tickets will go on sale for the 2014 season beginning at 10 a.m. at the Marlins Park Ticket Office, and online at marlins.com and marlinsbeisbol.com. Plus, fans can enjoy a fun-filled day with player autograph stations, the T-Mobile Phone A Friend booth, live music and entertainment, a Sports Card and Memorabilia Show, ballpark food and beverages, and activities for the entire family. Also during the Winter Warm-Up, there will be a game played on the field by children from the Miracle League of Miami beginning at 10 a.m. In addition, all current Season Ticket Holders and Group Leaders will be invited to exclusive events, including a private autograph session and a special Chalk Talk session with President of Baseball Operations, Michael Hill and VP/General Manager, Dan Jennings. For more information on purchasing a season ticket plan, go to marlins.com/seasontickets.
For additional information on the new Jose’s Heroes Fan Zone, please visit marlins.com/JosesHeroes. For additional information about the T-Mobile Miami Marlins Winter Warm-Up, please visit marlins.com/WinterWarmUp.
Miami Marlins and Feeding South Florida Hosts Food Distribution
Monday, 02/10/2014 – 10:00 am – 02:00 pm
Robert King High Towers
1407 NW 7th St.,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: free
Miami Marlins Ayudan volunteers will deliver 837 boxes of food to seniors in the neighborhood
What: Feeding South Florida and members of Marlins Ayudan will deliver 837 boxes of nonperishable food items to Robert King High Towers, a housing agency in Little Havana on February 10, 2014. Marlins Ayudan volunteers will unload and deliver boxes of food door-to- door to each unit.
The Honorable Bruno A. Barriero, Miami-Dade County Commissioner
The boxes of food will be distributed to housing divisions, Haley Sofge (474 apartments), Martin Fine (49 apartments) and Robert King High (314 apartments).
Building a Livable Community
February 27, 2014, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
The Beacon Council
80 SW 8th Street
Miami FL 33130
Ticket Price: $30.00
Register Online
Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday
January 31, 2014, 7 to 11 pm
Domino Plaza, at SW 15th Ave & 8th St.
Miami’s best arts and music festival on the last Friday of every month, from 7 to 11 pm on SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho) between 13th and 18th Avenues. Join us Friday for a fun filled evening!
Join us in celebrating another Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday. Little Havana’s popular art and culture festival is a great event for the whole family. Enjoy music and discover works by local artists and artisans in and around our iconic Domino Plaza on SW 8th Street and SW 15th Avenue, and behold contemporary and historic artworks at our many fine art galleries along Calle Ocho. Finish off your fabulous Friday night by savoring a delicious dinner at one of our various restaurants, boasting cuisine from all over the world. Come dance, eat, shop and enjoy a delightful evening in Little Havana!
Artevivo Dance Academy – 7:00
Panamerican Youth Dance Group – 7:30
Rescate Mundial Dance Group – 8:00
Canovas Jazz Trio 8:30
Viernes Culturales Gallery
@ Futurama Building
1637 SW 8th St, Miami 33135
History of the Miami Police Mounted Patrol Exhibit
Come celebrate the 77-year history of the Miami Police Mounted Patrol with current and former members of the Unit. View Historic photos, antique police cars, horses and other Mounted Police memorabilia from around the world.
Walking Tour of Little Havana
Viernes Culturales brings you the 13th anniversary of Dr. Paul George’s history walking tours of Little Havana. This month view the home of the powerful, benevolent Atkins Family. See the home and hear the tales of A.H. Ramsey. Experience historic Cuban Memorial Blvd. Be dazzled by the former home of Miami’s first mayor and the stunning homes nearby on SW 11th St. Join us for a night of history.
Ask Dr. Paul George about his latest Little Havana book.
Where: Meet in front of the Tower Theater (1508 SW 8th St.)
When: 7 pm Cost: Free
Art Opening at Galeria Adelmo by Venezuelan Artist Rene Romero
Galeria Adelmo
Fri, Jan 31, 7pm-10pm
Galeria Adelmo
1165 SW 6th St.
Miami, FL 33130
Featured Artist Rene Romero
Art/Work Connections 15: Converting “Likes†to Email Subscribers by Patrick Barbanes
Tuesday, January 14, 2014, 6:30pm-9:00pm
Galeria Adelmo
1165 SW 6th Street
Miami, FL 33135
Register Online
Life Is Art is proud to announce the return of Art/Work Connections Professional Development Series and Artistic Networker (formerly Creative Connections).
#15: Converting Social Media Fans to Email Subscribers. Presentation by Patrick Barbanes.
In this edition of the popular Art/Work Connections (formerly Creative Connections) seminar series, we will cover building a following on social media and capturing that following to an email list. Despite the popularity of social media, email is still the most powerful promotional medium for connecting with your fans. Learn how to build up your social media following and then convert your “Likes†and “Followers†to email subscribers.
Social Media Marketing expert Patrick Barbanes, creator of “Really Simple Social Mediaâ€, will be leading the presentation. Following the presentation, there will be a social hour with complimentary wine and snacks and time for personal questions with Patrick. The information will be targeted to artists and creatives of all disciplines, but everyone is welcome.
Galeria Adelmo is located in the revitilizing Little Havana area just west of Brickell.
Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday
December 27, 2013 – 7 to 11 pm
SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho) between 13th and 18th Avenues
Miami’s best arts and music festival on the last Friday of every month. Join us Friday for a fun filled evening!
Domino Plaza, at SW 15th Ave & 8th St.
Join us in celebrating another Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday. Little Havana’s popular art and culture festival is a great event for the whole family. Enjoy music and discover works by local artists and artisans in and around our iconic Domino Plaza on SW 8th Street and SW 15th Avenue, and behold contemporary and historic artworks at our many fine art galleries along Calle Ocho. Finish off your fabulous Friday night by savoring a delicious dinner at one of our various restaurants, boasting cuisine from all over the world. Come dance, eat, shop and enjoy a delightful evening in Little Havana!
Palo! 9:30 pm
Afro-Cuban funk is their style, extremely danceable music. An unmatched musical energy, catchy original songs and amazing display of impromptu virtuosity. A mix of Latin and urban sounds give PALO! their unique, infectious style.
Michel Villamar – 7:30
Florida Opera Prima – 8:00
Vicente Mora Trio – Cuban Traditional – 8:30
Viernes Culturales Gallery @ Futurama Building
1637 SW 8th St, Miami 33135
Walking Tour of Little Havana
Where: Meet in front of the Tower Theater (1508 SW 8th St.)
When: 7 pm Cost: FREE
Viernes Culturales brings you the 12th anniversary of Dr. Paul George’s history walking tours thru Little Havana. This month’s special Roads Edge tour is being offered for the first time in 3 years. It will examine a large swath of Shenandoah and bring us to the edge of the hallowed roads neighborhood. Join us for a night of history.
Daniella Viotti
The Living Statue Performer has been mesmerizing crowds at Viernes Culturales for many years. Daniela is a performer and award winning sculptor. She loves performing as a Living Statue at Viernes Culturales and giving so much positive energy to all that stop and pose with her!
Free face painting at Miami Arts Parade booth
Where: Domino Plaza
Miami Arts Parade represent this soulful community perfectly. Their desire to beautify us through costumes and performances makes for a perfect combination….Get your coupon for Azucar Ice Cream while supplies last.
GALLERIES/ART
Agustin Gainza Art Gallery
Art by Annie M.
Art by JTW
Art of Freedom
Art by Ninoska
Celia Reigle Art Space
Cuba Ocho Art & Research Center
Didi Marchi Art Studio
Gemini Art Gallery
Kontempo Art
Maggie Genova-Cordovi Studio
Magnetism Art Gallery
Marta G. Ismail Fine Art
Maxoly /Latin Art Core
Mildrey Guillot Fine Art
Molina Fine Art
Obrapia Fine Art Restoration
Penner Studios
Rafiño Art
Roy Rodriguez Art
Santos Fine Art Gallery
Sculptures by Mari Sanchez
Unzueta Gallery
Freddy Villamil Art Studio
SW 12th Ave & SW 6 Street
El Fresco Art Project Space
ArtSpoken Performing Arts Center
6th St Dance Studio
Carlos Alves & JC Carroll Studios
Ritz on 6th Ceramics
6th St Container Alternative Arts Space
DINING & ENTERTAINMENT
2B Asian Bristo – Alfaro’s -Azucar Ice Cream – Casa Panza Cafe –
Catharsis Restaurant – Cuba Ocho -El Cristo Restaurant & Cafeteria- El Pub –
El Exquisito Restaurant -Oriental Restaurant –
Little Havana to Go
CIGAR SHOPS
Art District Cigars – Cuban Cigar, Co. – Cuba Tobacco Cigar, Co. –
Little Havana Cigar Factory – Top Cigars – GR Tabacaleras Co. –
Tabacalera La Tradicion Cubana – Wild Vapor
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Visit the Executive Fantasy Hotel booth.
Dozens of NEW local artists and artisans (including local authors) selling their wares in our outdoor Arts Fair.
Restaurants & bars featuring Cuban, Thai/Sushi, Chinese, Spanish and Mexican cuisine.
Traditional fruteria at 13th Ave. & SW 8th St.
Beautiful art galleries & artist studios open for you to explore (some featuring live music).
Live music (and dance) in many of our local venues: flamenco, traditional Cuban music, Afro-Cuban rumba, more!
Unique stores selling locally made cigars (cigars rolled in person), Latin music CDs, gifts, guayaberas and more!
Visit littlehavanaguide.com for a free visitor’s guide to Little Havana, complete with interactive maps; articles about music, shops, arts and cultural walking tours.
Free Art Gallery Tour: Join us for a stroll of our galleries in Calle 8. The group will meet in front of Tower Theater at 8:30 pm.
Free Trolley Service:
The City of Miami takes you for free in the Miami Trolley leaving from the Mary Brickell Village and the Brickell Metrorail/Metromover Station to the heart of the Viernes Culturales festival every 15 minutes.
6th Street Art and Holiday Party on Friday, December 20, 2013.
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Filmmaker Holiday Party
Thursday, December 19, 2013 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Mansini’s Pizza House
541 Southwest 12th Avenue
Miami, FL 33130
Admission is free but please RSVP Online.
Miami Filmmakers Collective, Indiefilmclub & Borscht Film Festival invite you to celebrate the holidays and get to know fellow local filmmakers making cool stuff. There’ll be video on the wall and music playing in a sweet outdoor courtyard in Little Havana. $3 beer + $4 wine. First to arrive get free slice of pizza, courtesy of Mansini’s Pizza.
Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday
November 29, 2013 – 7 to 11 pm
Domino Plaza, at SW 15th Ave & 8th St.
Little Havana, Miami, FL
Miami’s best arts and music festival on the last Friday of every month, from 7 to 11 pm on SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho) between 13th and 18th Avenues. Join us Friday for a fun filled evening!
Join us in celebrating another Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday. Little Havana’s popular art and culture festival is a great event for the whole family. Enjoy music and discover works by local artists and artisans in and around our iconic Domino Plaza on SW 8th Street and SW 15th Avenue, and behold contemporary and historic artworks at our many fine art galleries along Calle Ocho. Finish off your fabulous Friday night by savoring a delicious dinner at one of our various restaurants, boasting cuisine from all over the world. Come dance, eat, shop and enjoy a delightful evening in Little Havana!
South Florida Boys & Girls Choir, 7:00pm
An official replication of the world renowned Boys Choir of Harlem. These boys and girl’s potency of music in African-American and Latino culture will delight us all.
orge Canovas Jazz Ensemble, 7:30PM
This talented bassist is influenced by his Cuban roots and the world music
that surrounds him in beautiful Miami. He plans on fusing the international music and the music that is curated locally, Jorge will continue to bring us his fresh and outstanding music.
Cuban Fever Band, 8:30PM
Come dance the night away with this great group of local musicians that have merged their flavor of tropical music and feelings.
Alexis y su Codigo Lay, 9:30PM
Outstanding representation of nueva trova, rock, pop y jazz created coming together by ex members of Moncada & Mayohuacan. A virtuoso fusion with a spectacular feel.
Walking Tour of Little Havana, 7pm
Meet in front of the Tower Theater (1508 SW 8th St.)
Cost: FREE
Dr. Paul George’s Little Havana tour is an element of Viernes Culturales/Cultural Friday’s cultural offering. A special educational, interesting and absolutely free experience month after month. This walk is a special ‘North by Northeast’ tour of historic Riverside neighborhood of East Little Havana. Join Dr. Paul George for a night of history, architecture revelry and a free slice of pizza, compliments of Mancini’s Pizza House.
Free face painting at Miami Arts Parade booth, Domino Plaza
Miami Arts Parade represent this soulful community perfectly. Their desire to beautify us through costumes and performances makes for a perfect combination…. Get your coupon for Azucar Ice Cream while supplies last.
Pre-ArtFrazzle 2013
November 30 – December 1, 2013
Little Havana
Miami, FL
Take the Love Bus from Wynwood to Little Havana and experience the lively, colorful diversity of our cultural and culinary art scene.
Live music, video installations, exhibits, mural painting, dance performances and more will be showcased at our studios, galleries, plazas and local businesses!
Collective Art Show
Friday, 11/22/2013 – 11/18/2013 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Galeria Adelmo Inc.
1165 SW 6TH St,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
Collective Art Show prior Thanksgiving
Complimentary wine and cheese.
Once Upon a Tango
Saturday, 12/14/2013 – 08:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Manuel Artime Theater
900 SW 1st Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: $ 25.00 – $ 40.00
The Tango Times Dance Company, presents Once Upon a Tango, a performance celebrating The International Day of Tango. Oscar Caballero and Roxana Garber along with the dancers of The Tango Times Dance Company will take you to the world of Tango with the not-to-be-missed musical production. Choreographed by Caballero, Once Upon a Tango will recreate a known love story thru the sensual world of the Argentine Tango to a live onstage orchestra led by Anibal Berraute Cuarteto and vocalist Cristina Longo. Once Upon a Tango will please audiences with its ensemble cast of local dancers who bring to life the sensual and sexy dances commonly seen on the streets of Buenos Aires. Advanced tickets are available for purchase online for $25- 35, or for $30- $40 at the door. For additional ticket information, call 305-266-3029 / 786-221-5976 or email info@tangotimes.us.
Caravan of Dancers
Friday, 11/15/2013 – 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Manuel Artime Theater
900 SW 1 Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Eventbrite Link
Cost: $25.00 in advance/$35.00 at the door
Fusion Gitana Dance Company, founded and directed by Zizi Zabaneh is celebrating its 2nd year. The company specializes in the Fusion of Flamenco, Latin and Middle Eastern Dance. It’s goal is to enrich, educate and entertain by providing authentic quality and superior training and performances. In the company’s new production “Caravan of Dancers”, Fusion Gitana will be enchanting the audience with exhilarating performances choreographed by ZiZi Zabaneh. In addition, an amazing lineup of professional guest artists will be presenting independent works in a variety of dance styles that include Flamenco, Tango, Bellydance, Persian, Bollywood and much much more.
Our guest of honor known as Lebanese Simon. Born in northern Lebanon. With a natural flair for oriental culture, rhythm and movement, He found himself drawn closer to the dance. Traveling across the U.S.A. to teach perform and learn. He has been dancing professionally in the U.S.A. for over 5 years now, and continues to grow as an artist styling his own signature moves. His style of Oriental dance is described as elegant, original in its style, and organic. His style of Lebanese Folk Dabkeh is described as strong and captivating, deep from the heart.
Special performances at Caravan of Dancers will also include some of Florida’s most respected and talented dancers.
Jihan Jamal, Hanan, Valerick Molinary, Andrus Ramir, Majilyn, Narayani Maharaj, Alexandra of Belly Motions, Shayna Lee, Lili Barrera, Hindy Haymour, Roshana Nofret & M.E.C.A., Azhar Dance Ensemble and many more.
Don’t miss the dance event of the year!
Fridge Art Fair NYC: The Miami Popsicle Project Gala Opening Benefit to Support Visual AIDS and PAX Miami
Thursday, December 5th at 7 p.m.
PAX Performing Arts Exchange
337 SW 8 Street
Miami, FL 33130
www.paxmiami.com
Suggested donation is $40.00. All attendees will receive gift bags with original artworks.
To RSVP to this event please email vip@fridgeartfair.com
www.fridgeartfair.com
Fridge Art Fair NYC: The Miami Popsicle Project to Hold Gala Opening Benefit to Support Visual AIDS and PAX Miami.
On Thursday evening, December 5th, the Fridge Art Fair NYC: The Miami Popsicle Project will hold a gala opening benefit to support Visual AIDS and PAX Miami.
Offering a unique opportunity to collectors, Street Art NYC will present fridge cards, small artworks on paper, by a diverse group of global street art and graffiti artists, including members of the cuttingÂedge collective Buendia Brooklyn.
Proceeds from the sale of the fridge cards will support Visual AIDS and PAX Miami. In it’s battle against AIDS, Visual AIDS has been utilizing art for 25 years to provoke dialogue, support HIV+ artists, and preserve a legacy. PAX: Performing Arts Exchange, a progressive, independent performing and cinema arts center, fosters cultural diversity and discourse through the arts.
The opening event begins at 7:00 p.m. at PAX Miami, 337 SW 8 Street. Fridge buses will run from Miami key venues to the Fridge Art Fair.
Entertainment sponsored by PAX will feature The French Horn, a world, gypsy jazz band, to perform at 9 p.m.
Marlins Ayudan Takes over Citrus Grove Middle as part of Annual Service Day
Thursday, 10/24/2013 – 09:30 am – 03:30 pm
Citrus Grove Middle
2153 Northwest 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: Not open to the public. Media only
On Thursday, October 24th the Miami Marlins front office, composed of more than 160 members, will take over Citrus Grove Middle School (located at 2153 Northwest 3rd Street, Miami, FL) for the Annual Marlins Ayudan Day of Service and Philanthropy.
Activities will include a beautification project with City Year Miami, complementary eye screenings offered to the entire student body by Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program, a division of Miami Lighthouse for the Blind, team mentoring sessions with Marlins Staff and guest speakers from the school board, Marlins front office and Citrus Grove alumni.
Along with the Marlins front office, third baseman Ed Lucas will join the group for the day of service. Marlins staff is set to arrive at 9:20 A.M. and event will begin promptly at 9:30 A.M. with special guest speakers. The day of service will conclude at 3:30 P.M. Media is welcome to attend and must RSVP with Carolina Perrina de Diego at cperrina@marlins.com .
Marlins to Host Internship Job Fair
Wednesday, 10/23/2013 – 10/23/2013 10:00 am – 06:00 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: FREE
The Miami Marlins will be hosting the annual Marlins Valuable Professionals (M.V.P.) Internship Job Fair on Wednesday, October 23rd from 10am to 6pm at Marlins Park (501 Marlins Way, Miami FL). The focus of the Job Fair will be to fill Internship Positions within the following areas: Accounting, Audio/Video Technical, Ballpark Operations, Baseball Operations, Broadcasting, Community Outreach, Corporate Partnerships, Digital and Social Media, Facilities & Engineering, Information Technology, Marketing and Promotions, Marlins Foundation, Media Relations and Communications, Retail Operations, Sales and Customer Service, Ticket Operations, Turf Management and Video Production. All Internships will begin in January 2014 and conclude in December 2014, requiring full-time hours as well as game nights and weekend responsibilities. All Internships are paid positions. Admission to the Job Fair is complimentary. The M.V.P. Internship Program aims to offer young leaders an opportunity to enhance their academic and professional development at Marlins Park. This program is a signature offering of the Miami Marlins and endeavors to positively contribute to the workforce development and marketability of young professionals in our community.
For more information, please visit www.marlins.com/jobs. Upon arrival, candidates are advised to park in the Home Plate Garage and enter through the Home Plate entrance
Tigerdirect.Com and Intel present Second Annual Tech Summit and Holiday Bash
Thursday, November 7, 2013 from 8pm – 12 midnight
Marlins Park
501 NW 16th Avenue
Miami, FL 33125
Register Online
The largest technology summit Miami has ever seen is just 3 short weeks away! TigerDirect.com will host their second annual Miami Tech Summit and Holiday Bash on Thursday, November 7th at the iconic Miami Marlins Park.
Taking the city by storm once again, TigerDirect.com and Intel are proud to host a free, unforgettable evening of food, booze, emerging technology and interactive entertainment. This stadium-sized event will showcase the latest and greatest in technology and put the spotlight on Miami’s booming tech scene.
The first 5,000 consumers and first 1,000 business customers will receive a complimentary “swag bag†from TigerDirect. All attendees will be eligible to participate in various additional giveaways throughout the night. This event will be open to the public and details on how to secure a spot can be found at http://www.miamitechbash.com.
Participating exhibitors include Intel, Western Digital, Alienware, HP, Kingston, Microsoft, Seagate, Patriot, SMS Audio, ASUS, Discount Laptop Shop, Centon, CoolerMaster, Sony (VAIO), eBay, Tripplite, Epson, Thermaltake, TCL (TTE), Swann, Planar, PayPal, Night Owl, LG, Belkin/Linksys, AT&T Wireless, United Stationaries, NZXT / iBuyPower, Kensington, Autodesk, Squaretrade, Verbatim, XFX, Viewsonic, TrendMicro, Sandisk, MSI, EVGA, OCZ, Drobo and Actiontech.
TigerDirect 2nd Annual Tech Summit & Holiday Bash
Sunday, 11/07/2013 – 08:00 pm – 11:59 pm
Miami Marlins Park
501 NW 16th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: Free
TigerDirect.com is proud to host a memorable evening of innovation, emerging technology and interactive entertainment at the Miami Marlin Park just in time for the holidays, on November 7, 2013 from 8pm – midnight.
Only the “industry” gets to see all the cool stuff up close and personal at CES each year, but at the Tiger Tech Summit you get to be hands on and experience some of the latest and great technology advances in portable computing devices, gaming rigs, consumer electronics, home theater, networking, “the connected home” and other product categories!
We expect over 100 exhibiting vendors, including names like Intel, WD, Samsung, Lenovo, Sony, Microsoft, nVidia, AMD and more throughout the venue.
On the playing field large scale exhibits will showcase some of the latest in tech plus food and beverage throughout the venue.
Featuring celebrity guest appearances, digital caricatures artists, super fun photobooths, and much more!
Register for the hundreds of prizes to be given away throughout the evening and get your chance to spin the “Wheel of Technology” for incredible prizes like tablets, Ultrabooks, cameras and more on the larger-than-life Jumbotrons.
Art Show
Friday, 10/25/2013 – 11/15/2013 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
GALERIA ADELMO
1,
MIAMI, Florida 33130
RSVP Link
Cost: N/A
Introducing new upcoming artist Maureen Graves
Marlins Beerfest at the Clevelander at Marlins Park 
Saturday, September 28, 2013 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
The Clevelander at Marlins Park
Northwest 14th Avenue
Miami, FL 33125
Buy Tickets Online
The Clevelander at Marlins Park has the perfect event for all beer enthusiasts to enjoy samples various beers. Many brands will showcase their special brews at the Clevelander before the Marlins take on the Detroit Tigers. Stay for the game and party all night inside the Clevelander!
Re-Opening Galeria Adelmo
Friday, 09/27/2013 – 10/25/2013 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
GALERIA ADELMO
1165 SW 6TH ST,
MMIAMI, Florida 33130
Facebook Link
Cost: N.A
Re-opening GALERIA ADELMO after three months of refurbisments on the gallery due to a DUI accident on 5/13/13.
Entertainment will be provided by the exceptional pianist-composer Daysi Celia Almirall
The Little Havana Merchant Alliance (LHMA) presented Little Havana Open House Meet Local Leaders and Get Involved on Thursday, September 5, 2013.  What a greatnetwork with local community leaders and organizations working to help Little Havana through projects like making our streets more pedestrian friendly, assisting local small businesses and organizing community events.
“Little Havana Merchant Alliance (LHMA) Mission: Â The mission of this Chamber is to promote, preserve and champion Little Havana as a great place to live, work, shop and play. We represent our members, businesses, key organizations and the neighborhood through (1) advocacy; (2) marketing and promotion; and (3) sustainable business and community development.”
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Little Havana Open House Meet Local Leaders and Get Involved
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hursday, Sept. 5, 6:30 – 11 pm
In the courtyard behind Mansini’s Pizza House
541 SW 12th Ave.
Little Havana, Miami, FL
To RSVP, please email lhmamiami@gmail.com .
It’s time for us to work together for the neighborhood we love. The Little Havana Merchant Alliance (LHMA), in conjunction with a variety of other local organizations, invites you to the first ever Little Havana Open House.
Meet local community leaders and organizations working to help Little Havana through projects like making our streets more pedestrian friendly, assisting local small businesses and organizing community events. We won’t bore you — this is casual networking, but we will have info available about each organization.
Enjoy a free slice of pizza if you’re one of the first 75 attendees, as well as complimentary refreshments like mojitos, provided thanks to Miami Club Rum.
Discover local volunteer opportunities and projects: get involved in local organizations! Do you already belong to a group? Find out what other organizations are working on the same issues, so we can collaborate and partner for a bigger impact!
Learn about LHMA’s free upcoming workshops for local businesses and entrepreneurs, thanks to a partnership with the Kiwanis of Little Havana.
Participate in a raffle and, if you want, give a donation to the 6th Street Dance Studio, a nonprofit studio that offers free dance classes for local kids every Friday.
Visit the 6th Street Dance Studio and local art galleries in the "village" around the courtyard. In addition to LHMA, organizations participating in the Little Havana Open House include:
Acción / Little Havana Community Action Committe
CAMACOL
Camara de Comercio Latina Calle Ocho
ConnectFamilias
Kiwanis of Little Havana
Miami River Commission
Miami Shenandoah Neighborhood Association
Viernes Culturales
And More!
Please Join Us — and please bring a friend who wants to get involved.
Central America Heritage Night with Panama and The Miami Marlins 
Friday – Sept 6, 2013, 5:45pm
Marlins Park
501 NW 16 Ave
Miami, FL ‎
$20
Order Tickets Online
We cordially invite you to be part of this event and enjoy a fun and wonderful night with our Trustee Members, Our Miami Baseball Team, Miami Marlins "Central America Heritage Night "
frIDgE ArT FAiR NyC: The Miami Popsicle Project. Edition #2
Thursday, 12/05/2013 – 12/08/2013 02:00 pm –
PAX Performing Arts Exchange
337 S.W. 8 St.
Miami, Fl. 33130
Webpage Link
Cost: TBA
VIP Opening Extravaganza and Visual Aids and Pax Miami fundraiser with art goodie bags: Thursday, December 5, 2013 at 7pm
VIP preview at PAX: Thursday, December 5, 2013, 2 – 7 pm
Fridge Open Hours: December 5 – 8, 2013 – 2pm-1am
Dog and pet artist Eric Ginsburg and the Fridge Art Fair NYC team — artist/curator Kaitlin Martin and photographer/coordinator Cara Hunter Viera – are delighted announce their partnership with PAX Miami to present the Fridge Art Fair NYC: The Miami Popsicle Project, Edition #2, where the Fridge meets the Miami Meltdown.
Art in an array of styles and genres, reflecting a multiplicity of cultures, will find a home in Miami’s landmark cultural venue, PAX: Performing Arts Exchange. A diverse range of emerging and established galleries and artists will be featured.
The Miami Popsicle Project, Edition #2, the coolest art fair to coincide with the world’s hottest art week, will kick off with an opening extravaganza and gala fundraiser for Visual Aids and PAX on Thursday, December 3 at 7pm. Gift bags will be presented to all attendees.
Fridge buses will run from other Miami key venues to the Fridge Art Fair.
We are more than an art fair; we are a flavorful art experience.
Live music will be presented by PAX Miami throughout The Miami Popsicle Project, Edition #2.
Be Contemporary, Be Chill. Be Fridge…
For more information on submissions to our new, larger venue and more: www.fridgeartfair.com
info@fridgeartfair.com
Marlins Celebrate Puerto Rican Heritage Night at Marlins Park with Post-game concert ft. Jerry Rivera
Saturday, 08/17/2013 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Park,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
The Marlins celebrate Puerto Rican Heritage Night on Saturday, August 17th as the Marlins take on the 2012 World Series Champions San Francisco Giants. There will be pregame and post-game festivities as well as the Saturday Spectacular West Plaza Concert with latin artist Jerry Rivera. For ticket information visit marlins.com/specialevents
Marlins Foundation and MLB Raise Awareness for ALS on August 18th
Sunday, 08/18/2013 – 08/18/2013 01:10 pm – 04:10 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Park,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Marlins Foundation and Major League Baseball will be having ALS Awareness Day on August 18th, 2013. The Marlins once again will recognize Lou Gehrig’s “Luckiest Man Alive Speech†during pre-game as they take on the San Francisco Giants. To support the online auction to benefit ALS Recovery Fund and the Marlins Foundation, visit marlins.com/auction from August 4-16. If you are interested in registering or have any questions, please feel free to contact the Foundation at (305) 480-2550 or foundation@marlins.com
Little Havana Art Walk
Friday, August 9, 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Little Havana
Join us the second Friday of every calendar month for Little Havana Art Walk. It promises an evening embracing all of Little Havana, highlighting its art, dining and entertainment.
Marta Ismail Gallery
1516 SW 8th St.
Marta G. Ismail – Caribeno
Futurama Building
1637 SW 8th St.
Sofas of Little Havana Exhibit
Futurama Building
1637 SW 8th St.
Sculptures by Mari Sanchez
Futurama Building Artists
Andriacci Exhibit
Art by Annie M.
Art by JTW
Art by Ninoska
Didi Marchi Art Studio
Jorge Marin Exhibit
Maggie Genova-Cordovi Studio
Mari Sanchez Studio
Penner Studios
Rafiño Art
Roy Rodriguez Art
Santos Fine Art Gallery
Sculptures by Andriacci
Villamil Art Studio
Kontempo Art
1646 SW 8th St
Rebecca Gilling Exhibit
GALLERIES / ART
Calle 8 & SW 17th Ave
Mildrey Guillot Fine Art
Agustin Gainza Art Gallery
Kontempo Art
Obrapia Gallery of Frames
Unzueta Fine Art
Molina Fine Art
Calle 8 & SW 16th Ave
Maxoly/Latin Art Core
Calle 8 & SW 15th – 13th Ave
Marta G. Ismail Fine Art
Cuba Ocho Art & Research Center
Art of Freedom
12th Ave & 6th St. Art District
El Fresco
Galeria Adelmo
Sofas of Little Havana at Futurama Gallery
Friday, 08/09/2013 – 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Futurama Gallery
1637 SW 8th St,
Miami, Florida 33135
Facebook Link
Cost: Free
A pop-up show of a photography project “Sofas of Little Havana†depicting the abandoned furniture of this famous neighborhood during Little Havana Art Walk at Futurama Gallery. Sharif will be showing a few of his latest works and of course there will be free drinks and his famous hummus to snack on. Please come, bring you Mum and see his work and that of lots of others on display at the Futurama Gallery and the other surrounding galleries taking part in the Art Walk. You don’t want to miss this.
Marlins Celebrate the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind Charity Partner Day
Saturday, 08/03/2013 – 07:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Join the Marlins on Saturday, August 3rd to support the Miami Marlins charity partner Miami Lighthouse for the Blind as the Marlins take on the Cleveland Indians. Be a part of the Miami Lighthouse for the Blind’s official Charity Partner Day and support what great work both organizations do for the South Florida community. The day will be filled with silent auctions, raffles and other family-friendly activities. For more information on special ticket offers, visit marlins.com/specialevents.
Marlins Host their 3rd Camp Day of the 2013 Season
Thursday, 08/01/2013 – 12:40 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Marlins host the last camp day at Marlins Park for the 2013 season. Camp Day will take place when the Marlins face off against the New York Mets on Thursday, August 1st. Camp day gives South Florida summer camps an opportunity to bring their campers to enjoy an afternoon of baseball. For ticket information visit marlins.com/specialevents
Marlins Host Lawyer Appreciation Night at Marlins Park
Tuesday, 07/30/2013 – 07/30/2013 07:10 am –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Join the Marlins and members of the Florida Bar for Lawyer Appreciation Night at Marlins Park on Tuesday, July 30th as the Marlins take on the New York Mets. Only lawyers who have purchased a Lawyer Appreciation Night Package will be eligible to earn CLE credit. Family and Friends tickets will not grant access into the CLE. For more information on special ticket offers visit marlins.com/specialevents.
Death of Kings: An Encyclopedia – Summer Theatre Fest Reading Series
Monday, 7/29/13, 7pm
PAX
337 SW 8th Street
Miami, Florida 33130
Reading of a play by Vanessa Garcia. We can assure you one thing: it’ll be a play like you’ve never seen. Performance starts at 8pm sharp. But will have cocktail hour from 7pm on! It’s free and Open to the Public!! Featuring Wendy White, Rio Chavarro, and Nicole Garcia
Marlins Recognize Blood Clot Awareness Day
Sunday, 07/28/2013 – 01:10 pm – 04:10 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami , Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: Vist Marlins.com/specialevents for Ticket Specials
Marlins raise awareness for the National Blood Clot Alliance hosting their inaugural awareness event at Marlins park on Sunday, July 28th as the Marlins take on the Pittsburgh Pirates. Blood clots cause an average of sixteen deaths a day in Florida, but can be prevented simply by knowing the risks, signs and symptoms. Special ticket offer purchased by groups of 20+ have the opportunity to have a special volunteer or survivor recognized on the field prior to the game. Proceeds from each special ticket purchased with be donated to the N.B.C.A. For more information on ticket specials, visit marlins.com/specialevents.
Marlins to Host First Ever Legends of Wrestling Night at Marlins Park
Saturday, 08/24/2013 – 08/24/2013 07:10 pm – 11:10 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Professional wrestling stars and legends of past and present will take over Marlins Park on Saturday, August 24th as the Miami Marlins battle the Colorado Rockies at 7:10 PM. Fans can meet and get autographs from their favorite superstars and legends throughout the game with a free autograph session at Section 28 on the Promenade Level. Immediately after the game, all fans are invited to the West Plaza as the stars and legends take the action inside of a 20’ x 20’ ring for a live wrestling event. Wrestlers scheduled to appear include:
* Bret “The Hitman†Hart (WWE Hall of Famer)
* Bill Goldberg (former WWE & WCW World Heavyweight Champion)
* Greg “The Hammer†Valentine (WWE Hall of Famer)
* Brutus “The Barber†Beefcake (former WWF Tag Team Champion)
* Koko B. Ware (WWE Hall of Famer)
* Jimmy “Mouth of the South†Hart (WWE Hall of Famer)
* The Nasty Boys (former WWF & WCW Tag Team Champions)
* Jim “The Anvil†Neidhart (former WWF Tag Team Champion)
* Bushwhacker Luke (former WWE superstar)
* The Genius (former WWE superstar)
* Mr. Anderson (former TNA World Heavyweight Champion)
* Chavo Guerrero (former WCW, WWE and TNA Tag Team Champion)
* Davey Boy Smith, Jr. (former WWE Tag Team Champion)
* Wes Brisco (current TNA superstar)
* Garett Bischoff (current TNA superstar)
*Wrestlers subject to change.
Saturday Spectacular West Plaza Party at Marlins Park with Sensato ft. DJ Laz and Kat Dahlia presented by Heineken Light
Sunday, 08/03/2013 – 08/03/2013 07:10 pm – 11:10 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Dominican native and Bronx raised, Latin urban artist Sensato will bring his “Berry Phenomenon†to Marlins Park Saturday. August 3rd.
Sensato will be accompanied by DJ Laz and Kat Dahlia for a night of Spanish urban hip hop, performing his hits such as “Watagatapitusbery†and “Crazy People.†After games, fans can make their way to the West Plaza and experience a post-game party often featuring top recording artists and entertainers. For more information visit marlins.com
Live Contest for Clevelander Marlins Park’s 2013 Pool Boy & Pool Girl
Saturday, 07/27/2013 – 07:00 pm –
Clevelander Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Facebook Link
Cost: $10
Party with us as we choose our Clevelander Marlins Park 2013 Pool Boy & Pool Girl! The top 5 finalists in each category will compete in a live contest for the title, prizes and bragging rights!
Clevelander Marlins Park holds contest for their Pool Boy & Pool Girl
Tuesday, 07/16/2013 – 07/24/2013 08:00 am – 11:30 pm
Clevelander Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way ,
Miami, Florida 33125
Facebook Link
Cost: 0
Clevelander Marlins Park holds contest for their Pool Boy and Pool Girl
Finalists will compete in a live contest July 27th at Marlins Park
Miami, July 12, 2013 – Clevelander Marlins Park announces our 2nd Annual Pool Boy Contest, and this year we are adding a winning Pool Girl as well. The Pool Boy & Pool Girl will ensure that everyone has a little eye candy during Marlins home games. The winners will receive a cash prize, 2014 Marlins season tickets, street cred and bragging rights.
Applying hopefuls should know their way around the water and feel comfortable participating in the best party in baseball wearing a swimsuit. Contestants will be interacting with guests, Clevelander dancers and pool goers. The Pool Boy & Pool Girl will serve as an official party starter for home games!
Guys and gals who think they’re up to the challenge of making the best party in baseball even better should email a tasteful photo of themselves, along with the reason why they’ll be the best Pool Boy & Pool Girl Marlins fans have ever seen! The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, July 24th, and all finalists must be able to attend the final judging on July 27th. Submissions must be sent to poolboy@clevelander.com and poolgirl@clevelander.com
Following a review of the submissions, five finalists from each category will be selected to participate in a live contest at Clevelander Marlins Park on Saturday, July 27th at 7p.m.
Elastic Bond new album "REAL" Official Release Party 
Friday, July 5, 10:00pm until 3:00am
PAX
337 SW 8th Street
Miami, Florida 33130
www.elasticbond.com
www.paxmiami.com
$10 at the door
Pre-sale Tickets include CD
Elastic Bond is proud to announce the official release party for their new album "Real" on Friday July 5th at PAX Miami. After three years in the making, "Real" will be released on Nacional Records June 25th. EB will perform the new album live in its entirety for the first time.
Long time collaborator MC Orion will be joining them on stage and Mr Pauer will enhance the night with an electropical DJ set. www.mrpauer.com
Projection artist Rodrigo Arcaya of Tecné Collective will decorate the vibes with stunning visual trippyness.
www.facebook.com/tecnecollective
Complementary Ketel One Vodka courtesy of Rumba Miami and delicious Venezuelan bites from ArepaBox.
Art installation by Peace Flags in the Wind:
www.jlvasile.net
www.whattheflower.com
Come celebrate with one of Miami’s true original music-makers.
Thank you for supporting independent music.
Bark At The Park
Wednesday, 06/26/2013, 01:10 pm – 04:10 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost:
Everyone should be allowed to enjoy baseball, even your pup! Marlins Park celebrates one of two Bark at the Park events as the Marlins take on the San Diego Padres Sunday, June 30th at 1:10 p.m. Upload photos of your dog in its Marlins gear to Instagram with a hashtag #MarlinsBark for a chance to be featured on the marlins.com/instagram. All dog tickets sold will benefit the Broward County Humane Society. Ticket information is available at marlins.com/specialevents
Annual Clevelander Pool Boy Pool Girl Contest
Monday, 07/01/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Clevelander Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Cost: $10 with purchase of any Miami Marlins Ticket
Clevelander Marlins Park Searching for its 2013 Pool Boy & Pool Girl
Five male & 5 female finalists from emailed submissions will compete in
a live contest July 1st at Marlins Park
The Pool Boy & Pool Girl will ensure that everyone has a little eye candy during Marlins home games. The winners will be part of The Clevelander Marlins Park entertainment team and become one of the Elite “Certified†at Clevelander Marlins Park receiving tickets, VIP privileges, and bragging rights.
Guys & Gals who think they’re up to the challenge of making the best party in baseball even better, should submit a photo of themselves (keep it tasteful!) and the reason why they’ll be the best pool boy & pool girl Marlins fans have ever seen to poolboy@clevelander.com and poolgirl@clevelander.com The deadline for submissions is Thursday, June 29th, and all finalists must be able to attend.
Floral Fantasies by Ileana Collazo
Friday, 06/14/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Kontempo Art Gallery
1646 South West 8 Street,
Miami, Florida Florida
Webpage Link
Kontempo Art, a contemporary art gallery located in fabulously eclectic Calle Ocho, is proud to present Ileana Collazo’s Floral Fantasies.
In her words: “My work includes not only flowers, but bursts of abstract shapes and colors; lines that form seductive structures. To encapsulate it’s essence; I create small worlds of movement, colors, and shapes that entice the observer to travel through my work surface—colliding with the images, finding their way around to yet another shape, and finding it as alluring to linger gazing at them as I find it to linger in a garden; also, my work is representative of the twists, turns, bumps, and alternatives that each of us transverses in the course of our daily lives.â€
Ileana was born in Ciego de Avila, Cuba. She lived in Spain, Florida, New York, Vermont, and Massachusetts; before returning to Miami, where she began her artistic career.
Venezuelan Heritage Night
Saturday, 06/29/2013, 07:10 pm – 11:30 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Marlins celebrate Venezuelan Heritage night June 29th at 7:10 p.m. when the Marlins take on the Padres. Special events ticket package includes limited edition Venezuelan themed Marlins hat and fans can enjoy pre-game and post-game festivities including VIP passes to concert with Latin sensation Oscar D’Leon. For more information on special event ticket package, visit marlins.com/speicalevents
Beastmode for Christ Fellowship Day at Marlins Park June 15th
Saturday, 06/15/2013, 11:30 am – 06:10 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
More Info Link
Marlins Team Chaplain Chris Lane and Marlins players are hosting Beastmode for Christ Fellowship Day at Marlins Park June 15th. Testimonials from Juan Pierre and other players will be heard during the pre-game festivities at 11:30 a.m. There will be pregame entertainment on the auxiliary stage on the West Plaza. The postgame concert on the main stage in the West Plaza features Christian Hip-Hop and Rock musicians, THI’SL, JSON & FFH. Special Event packages must be purchased in advance at www.marlins.com/specialevents. Each Package includes a game ticket, exclusive Beast Mode for Christ Fellowship Day hat and a donation to the Marlins Foundation which will benefit local organizations!
Banned film The Attack Screening and Q&A with Exiled Director 
Tuesday, June 4th at 6:45 PM
MDC’s Tower Theater
1508 SW 8th Street
Little Havana
Purchase Tickets Online
(Or FREE if you join Miami Film Society today!)
The Attack (L’attentat)
a film by Ziad Doueiri
Based on Yasmina Khadra’s controversial international bestseller L’attentat
Lebanon, France, Qatar, Belgium | drama | 104 min. | trailer
Arabic and Hebrew with English subtitles
An Arab surgeon living in Tel Aviv discovers a dark secret about his wife in the aftermath of a suicide bombing.
The Attack begins with a hero unusual to cinema: a Palestinian who is a citizen of Israel and a surgeon in a Tel Aviv hospital. Dr. Amin Jaafari (Ali Suliman) is on the verge of receiving a prestigious award from his peers when he gets a frantic cell phone call from his wife Siham. It is the last time he will ever hear her voice. A bomb goes off in a nearby café, and dozens of victims are brought to the hospital for treatment. Siham is among the dead, but not among the victims; incomprehensibly, this educated, upper-middle class woman was carrying the suicide bomb.
Amin’s world is turned upside down; how could his own wife, the love of his life, commit such an atrocity? The Attack is about Amin’s overwhelming feelings of futility as he attempts to make sense of a terrorism born in his own home. Yet writer/director Ziad Doueiri’s film is not despairing. It makes horror personal; it asks us what changes can we make in our own world? The recent wounds of the Boston marathon bomb give us an even more visceral emotional participation.
In a shocking and discouraging twist, in mid-May of this year, the League of Arab States instructed its 22 member nations to boycott The Attack, as Lebanese-born Doueiri shot the film in Israel, where it is forbidden for Lebanese citizens to travel. All release plans for this important and topical, dialogue-creating film in those nations have now been cancelled. Currently exiled in Paris, Doueiri will participate in a live question and answer session with the audience after the screening. – Jaie Laplante
This screening is co-sponsored by Coral Gables Art Cinema.
LIVE Q&A session with exiled writer/director Ziad Doueiri following the screening via Skype
#MiamiFF | miamifilmfestival.com
Produced and Presented by Miami Dade College
Miami Marlins Celebrate Jewish Heritage Day at Marlins Park
Sunday, 06/02/2013, 01:10 pm –
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Miami Marlins celebrate Jewish Heritage Day when they take on the New York Mets Sunday, June 2nd at 1:10 p.m. Special event ticket packages include a seat in the Jewish Heritage Day section, group recognition on Marlins Vision and a limited edition Miami Marlins Yarmulke. A portion of the proceeds from the ticket sales benefit South Florida Jewish Programs. For more information visit, marlins.com/specialevents
Teacher Appreciation Day at Marlins Park
Saturday, 06/01/2013, 04:10 pm – 07:10 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
Miami Marlins celebrate Teacher Appreciation Day on June 1st at 4:10 p.m. Special events package includes a seat in Teacher Appreciation sections, pregame family entertainment on the West Plaza and a Limited Edition Teacher Appreciation Day Water Bottle. The game will be followed by Saturday Spectaculars and a concert in the West Plaza. For more information visit, marlins.com/specialevents
Marlins Adopt-O-Mania 
Sunday, June 2, 9am-2pm
Miami Marlins Park West Plaza
501 Marlins Way (N.W. 16th Ave. and N.W. 6th St.)
Miami, FL 33125
For more information, please call 3-1-1 or visit www.miamidade.gov/animals
Parking will be available on West 3 Lot (NW 16th Avenue and NW 3rd Street)
Come to Marlins Park when the Marlins host the New York Mets and find a furry new member for your home team at the Miami-Marlins Adopt-O-Mania pet adoption event!
Over 150 Pet Recruits Will Be On-Site And Available For Adoption!
• Reduced fee pet adoptions
• Free vaccinations
• Free spay/neuter – MUST call and register for appointment prior to event
• Dogs – Call 3-1-1 for appointment
• Cats – Call 305-233-9958 or email meowmobile@thecatnetwork.org for appointment
• Animals will be on-site on West Plaza of Marlins Park
The first 100 guests to adopt a cat or dog will receive 2 FREE tickets to any Marlins regular season home game in July 2013.
Join the Miami Marlins Ayudan Team, The Voice , Miami-Dade Animal Services along with the Humane Society of Greater Miami and The Cat Network for a day of fun and pet adoptions with live entertainment, food and fun activities for the whole family.
DEMOS: An Independent Artist’s Guide To Success 
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Performing Arts Exchange (PAX)
337 SW 8th St
Miami, FL 33130
Doors at 7:00pm. Film 8:00pm
Q&A: 9:30pm
Performances: 11:00pm
Tickets: $10
Purchase Tickets
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The highly anticipated music documentary, DEMOS: An Independent Artist’s Guide To Success, makes its next stop June 22nd at the Performing Arts Exchange (PAX) in sunny Miami Florida. Hosted by J Hatch of iStandard Producers, event goers will be treated to a screening of the 90 minutes film, followed by a Q&A discussion and live concert performance.
In this documentary created by director Kareem Fort, artists such as Talib Kweli, Naughty By Nature, NO ID, Skyzoo, Tony Rock, Dumbfoundead, DJ Houseshoes, Rapper Big Pooh, Marley Marl,Black Thought, Crooked I, Hopsin, !llmind and more share their experiences, advice and techniques providing an invaluable and unprecedented resource for the up and coming artist. All the while giving Hip Hop fans a look into all the work their favorite artists put into getting the music out for them to enjoy.
After the film’s credits roll, we’ll be taking the knowledge learned and have a Q&A panel discussion on how to put it into action locally. A think tank assembled of industry insiders as well as the film’s director and producers will be answering questions from the audience and covering various topics discussed in the film.
Closing out the night, attendees will be treated to live performances from local Hip Hop band ArtOfficial, Skyzoo & Torae (Brooklyn, NY), Mr. Al Pete (Jacksonville), MidaZ The Beast (Orlando), and J NICS(Miami). It’s a show you won’t want to miss!
And if you missed it, check out the first single from the upcoming DEMOS soundtrack featuring Brooklyn’s own Skyzoo & Torae AKA The Barrel Brothers: "The Get Up". The single is available now oniTunes and can be streamed on SoundCloud.
Sponsors:
Kareem Works
Kevin Nottingham
Steel Magnolia Group
Last Rights
Fusicology
How do I stand out in the sea of Hip-Hop artists trying to make it the business today? How do I build a brand and create an image? Should I put out a promotional mixtape or work on a full album first? How can I get sponsorship for shows and tours? Do I need a booking agent?
These and countless other questions have been asked by independent Hip-Hop artists across the country for years. And for the first time DEMOS: An Independent Artist’s Guide To Success answers these questions masterfully with, with the help of Hip-Hop legends, successful independent artists, and tastemakers covering the entire span of the Music Industry and Hip-Hop culture. With appearances by Talib Kweli, Naughty By Nature, Black Thought, DJ Quik, Rapper Big Pooh, Siedah Garrett, Tony Rock, Dwele, Mack 10 and a host of others, DEMOS is guaranteed to become a much needed, revitalizing game changer for the Independent Hip-Hop community.
The brainchild of new documentarian Kareem Fort, COO of HiPNOTT Records and co-owner of Cypher Lounge Radio, DEMOS is not your average film. It truly serves as an awe-inspiring guide to success for independent artists at any level of their career.
To help bring his vision to life, Fort brought on HiPNOTT Records CEO and renowned Hip-Hop blogger Kevin Nottingham, who shares the executive producer credit; along with Hip-Hop artist and Cypher Lounge Radio Co-Owner and Host Hassahn Phenomenon and manager Soul Wallace as Producers on the DEMOS project. The result is an honest and dynamic look at the real success reflected across the Independent Hip-Hop community.
DEMOS was created to educate and inspire aspiring and emerging independent Hip-Hop artists to re-evaluate their approach to the business and accelerate their path to success. The film’s primary objective is to provide insight on the myriad ways to establish and further a successful independent music career. Each of the industry veterans and established artists featured share experiences, advice and techniques in an unusually candid manor, providing an invaluable and unprecedented resource for the up-and-coming artist. From scholarly advice about branding and getting noticed, to revelations about submitting content to the media, DEMOS leaves no subject untouched, making it an instant must-see for any serious musician.
Now set for an August 2013 release, DEMOS will thoroughly examine how the music industry has changed over the course of the last 20 years and how to navigate those changes from the unique standpoint of the artists. Now more than ever, artists need to empower and equip themselves with the biggest asset to maximize their chances at success: information. DEMOS offers every secret weapon to catapult an independent artists career to the next level.
Teatro Prometeo Presenta Dos Corazones
Saturday, 05/18/2013, 08:00 pm –
Koubek Center
2705 SW 3 Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Prometeo Theater at Miami Dade College, the country’s only theater conservatory in Spanish announce today the presentation of Dos Corazones at the Koubek Center on Saturday May 18th at 8 pm and at 9:30 pm.
This micro-theater play (20 minutes) – has been chosen to represent the conservatory at the Lincoln Center’s Director’s Lab West. The presentations will serve as fundraisers for the play to travel to LA.
Miami Marlins Declare May Marlins Education Month
May 2013Â
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
The Miami Marlins declare May ‘Marlins Education Month’. The month will feature Marlins ThinkTank, MASPP Nights, Weather Day, MASPP Teacher Appreciation Night and MASPP Career Workshops. The month long festivities will highlight the Marlins commitment to education and to the South Florida community. Marlins Education Month starts today with Weather Day where over 6,000 students are attending the Marlins game against the Mets at 12:40 P.M. Weather Day includes a pregame presentation by the CBS 4 Weather Team about various weather related topics and affects to the climate in South Florida. The presentation is geared towards 3rd – 8th grade students and follows the Sunshine State Standards.
The month of educational fun continues on May 9 when the Marlins host one of the final three Marlins Ayudan School Partnership Program (MASPP) Career Workshops. The MASPP Career Workshop Series is a unique educational opportunity designed specifically for students of Miami Senior High School and TERRA Environmental Research Institute. The goal of the program is to offer students a real-world glimpse at a variety of disciplines as they begin the path toward their future career. Each workshop features presentations, panel discussions, a tour of Marlins Park, as well as small group breakout sessions. The topics covered in the remaining workshops are as follows: May 9 – Finance, Human Resources, Legal and Risk Management, May 16 – Social Media, Community Outreach/Foundation, Public Relations and Broadcasting, and May 23 – Grounds, Facilities/Events, Baseball Operations, and Player Development. Held select Thursdays at Marlins Park, the workshops are designed and hosted by the Marlins Ayudan teams aligned with Miami Senior High and TERRA.
On May 14 the Marlins will host the first of eight MASPP Nights. Each night the Marlins will celebrate and showcase the educational partnership with a different MASPP school. Partner schools are located in the Greater Miami area and were selected through an application process. The schedule is as follows; May 14, Citrus Grove Elementary School, May 15, Miami Senior High School, May 16, Bunche Park Elementary School, May 20, Terra Environmental Research Institute, May 21, Ben Sheppard Elementary School, May 22, Citrus Grove Middle School, May 29, Miami Edison Middle School, May 30, Bent Tree Elementary School.
On May 15 the Marlins will begin visits to the 17 winning classrooms of the Marlins Think Tank sweepstakes. Marlins Think Tank is a curriculum-enhancement program that aims to enrich the learning experiences of children in grades 4 through 6 by linking baseball to the subject areas of Writing, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, and Health & Fitness. Throughout the lessons, students read about baseball, learn about Miami, and even hear from some current Miami Marlins players! During Think Tank Week, Marlins players, coaches, broadcasters and Manager will visit classrooms that utilized the program. The students and teacher will demonstrate to the Marlins personnel what they learned through the program, which is followed by a Q&A session and ends with an autograph session for the students. Think Tank visits will continue on May 17, 20 and 21.
On May 18 the Marlins will host the MASPP Teacher Appreciation Night. The Marlins will provide tickets to each school for their teachers to come and enjoy the game together. Each school is also receiving VIP passes for the postgame concert.
Little Havana Art Walk 
Friday, May 10th – 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Join us the second Friday of every calendar month for Little Havana Art Walk. It promises an evening embracing all of Little Havana, highlighting its art, dining and entertainment.
Kontempo Art, 1646 SW 8th St., Evelyn Walg, Art as Gift, Opening Art Exhibit Reception – 7 pm, Gaby Pino, Astolfo Funes, George Goodridge, Katiuska Gonzalez, Aurora Molina, Maximiliano Pecce, Nancy Martini, Valentina, Evelyn Walg
Futurama Building, 1637 SW 8th St., Mari Carmen, Mari Carmen Opening Reception -7:00 pm, Futurama Building Artists, Art by JTW, Art by Ninoska, B.A.D. Brainn Art Gallery, Didi Marchi Art Studio, Maggie Genova-Cordovi Studio, Mari Sanchez Studio, Penner Studios, Rafiño Art, Roy Rodriguez Art, Sacasas Fine Arts, Santos Fine Art Gallery, Villamil Art Studio
Agustin Gainza Art Gallery
1652 SW 8th St
Agustin Gainza – Moulin Rouge
Calle 8 & SW 17th Ave
Mildrey Guillot Fine Art, Agustin Gainza Art Gallery, Kontempo Art, Obrapia Fine Art Restoration, Unzueta Fine Art, Molina Fine Art
Calle 8 & SW 16th Ave, Maxoly/Latin Art Core
Calle 8 & SW 15th – 13th Ave
Marta G. Ismail Fine Art
Cuba Ocho Art & Research Center
Art of Freedom
12th Ave & 6th St Art District
Galeria Adelmo
Carlos Alves & JC Carroll Studios
Curras Curras Ceramics
Ritz on 6th Ceramics
El Fresco
6th St. Dance Studio
6th Street Container Alternative Arts Space
ArtSpoken Performing Arts Center
Little Havana Art Walk
305.223.2245
Futurama Building, 1637 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33135
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind Sixth Annual Music Under the Stars: Bon Appétit Miami 
Wednesday, May 22nd from 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired
601 SW 8th Avenue
Miami, FL
Donations $80 per ticket, $150 per pair
Please support 20/20 vision and celebrate free eye care for children at the Sixth Annual Music Under the Stars: Bon Appétit Miami.
Honoring Jose Felix Diaz, Ava Goldman, Robert M. Levy
Master of Ceremonies: David Bernard, CBS 4 Miami
Beverages by Miami Club Rum and El Carajo International Tapas and Wine
National Hamburger Month Frita Feast at El Rey De Las Fritas
Monday, 05/06/2013, 09:00 pm – 12:00 am
El Rey de las Fritas
1821 SW 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33135
Webpage Link
Fritas seem to be everywhere these, even more so now that they were featured on George Motz’s Burger Land on Travel Channel this past Monday. El Rey de las Fritas is South Florida’s oldest Frita Joint so it’s only fitting that we hold the Late Night Frita Feast there.
Along with El Rey de las Fritas will be Chef Jose Mendin of Pubbelly fame and Chef George Patti from Islamorada’s MEAT Eatery & Taproom and Tasters Grille & Market bringing some National Hamburger Month love to Little Havana. Azucar Ice Cream Company will be making a Special Dessert with Materva for the Event too.
The $35 ticket (all inclusive) entitles you to a Slider with a Side from each restaurant, a Dessert from Azucar and a Soft Drink or Batido (Shake) of your choice. Tickets are limited.
Saturday Spectacular Plaza Party at Marlins Park with Sugar Hill Gang ft. DJ Sama
Sunday, 04/27/2013, 10:00 pm – 12:00 am
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
After the games, fans can make their way to the West Plaza and experience a post-game party often featuring top recording artists and entertainers. SugarHill Gang will take it back old school when Marlins face off against the Cubs on Saturday April 27th. The gang will be performing some of their greatest hits like Rappers Delight and Jump on it, on the West Plaza after the post-game fireworks.
Schools Can Sign-Up to Marlins Think Tank Sweepstakes and Win A Special Marlins Visit
Thursday, 04/25/2013, 12:00 am – 11:59 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
For Immediate Release
Carolina Perrina
Thursday, April 11, 2013
(305) 480-1388
cperrina@marlins.com
SCHOOLS CAN SIGN UP TO THE MARLINS THINK TANK SWEEPSTAKES AND WIN A SPECIAL MARLINS VISIT
The baseball-inspired program is aimed to enrich the learning experiences of children grades 4-6
MIAMI ( April 10, 2013) – Marlins unveil the new Marlins Think Tank. The new curriculum- enhancement program is aimed to enrich the learning experiences of children grades 4 through 6 by linking baseball to the curriculum areas of Writing, Language Arts, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, and Health & Fitness.
The program provides lesson plans which meet common core state standards as adopted by FDOE, with the Miami Marlins as the lesson theme. Throughout the lesson students will read about baseball and learn about Miami and even hear from some current Miami Marlins professional baseball players. Students will hear from players like Logan Morrison and learn his take on art, Mr. Marlin, Jeff Conine, who will discuss the science of baseball or Steve Cishek, who will share his thoughts on the importance of imagination.
To enter the Marlins Think Tank Sweepstakes for a chance to win a special Marlins Think Tank visit, teachers must implement a Marlins Think Tank lesson found at marlins.com/thinktank, and then fax a completed activity to 305-480-4022 no later than April 25, 2013. A total of 16 finalists will be selected at random. For detailed information, fans can visit marlins.com/thinktank or email community@marlins.com .
Miami Marlins Celebrate 14th Annual Autism Awareness Day
Sunday, 04/14/2013, 11:30 am – 04:00 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
A portion of the proceeds will benefit local participating organizations
The Miami Marlins celebrate their 14th Annual Autism Awareness Day as they take on the Phillies on April 14th at Marlins Park. Some of the participating entities include Autism Speaks, Family Autism Network, The Autism Notebook Magazine, Faith’s Autism Outreach Center, The Victory Center for Autism and Related Disabilities and UM-NSU Card.
Fans can visit the West Plaza and enjoy the Pregame Autism Resource Fair as well as a pregame on-field ceremony recognizing outstanding service by volunteers from participating organizations. The national anthem will be performed by The Victory Center for Autism. A por-tion of the proceeds will benefit local Autism organizations.
The Marlins Foundation is committed to improving the lives of our youth through education, the arts and baseball, with a special focus on children with special needs. The Foundation has previously funded programs for autistic children and their families at Shake-a-Leg Miami, Villa Lyan and through the Marlins Ayudan School Partnership Program at Citrus Grove Elementary and Bent Tree Elementary schools. This year, the Marlins Foundation will be sponsoring the University of Miami’s Center for Autism & Related Disorders “Tropical Nights†gala.
The Autism Awareness seat special is $20 for Lexus Legends Level on the 3rd base side. A ‘Quiet Room’ is available and ADA seating will be available upon request.
For more information on group tickets, fans can email groups@marlins.com or for individual ticket purchases fans can visit www.marlins.com/specialevents .
Music Under the Stars: Bon Appétit Miami
Wednesday, 05/22/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and VIsually Impaired
601 SW 8th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Support 20/20 vision and celebrate free eye care for children on Wednesday, May 22nd at the Sixth Annual Music Under the Stars: Bon Appétit Miami at Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired located at 601 SW 8th Avenue. The Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program, a division of Miami Lighthouse for the Blind, has provided 85,000 children from low-income families with eye examinations and prescription glasses when needed since its inception in 1992. With musical performances by the Miami Lighthouse Better Chance Music Production Program™ musicians and special guests, a fabulous silent auction, food from many great Miami restaurants and beverages by Miami Club Rum and wine from El Carajo, Music Under the Stars has become a much-anticipated highlight of the South Florida philanthropic season and is one not to miss!
Enjoy…
Miami’s Finest Restaurants in the Better Chance Opera House
Specialty Cocktails in the Miami Club Rum Piano Lounge
Sweets & Treats in El Carajo Wine & Dessert Bar
Complimentary Valet Parking sponsored by Williamson Cadillac
Fabulous Silent Auction featuring Getaways, Spa Packages & Sports Memorabilia
Tickets are $80 each or $150 for a pair.
To learn more about Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and its Florida Heiken Children’s Vision Program, please contact Cameron Sisser at 786-362-7515 or csisser@miamilighthouse.org.
Live Web Event: America’s Night of Hope with Joel & Victoria Osteen
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 07:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Marlins Park
501 Marlins Way (NW 16th Avenue),
Miami, Florida 33125
Webpage Link
For one night only, on Saturday, April 20, 2013, enjoy a FREE live web event with Joel and Victoria Osteen! Join the tens of thousands who will gather at Marlins Park in Miami, Florida for “America’s Night of Hope.” Be encouraged by the message and ministry of Joel Osteen and inspired by an exciting time of praise and worship. Don’t miss a second of the experience by visiting http://osteen.co/nohlive for an evening of celebration and hope!
Joel Osteen is the pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas–America’s largest church. His television program reaches more than 10 million households each week and is viewed in more than 100 nations across the globe. Joel has inspired and encouraged millions of people worldwide through his #1 New York Times bestselling books, top-ten weekly podcast on iTunes, and sold-out worship events. Recently, Joel was chosen by the New York Times as one of the most influential people on Twitter.
Shot in the Hand Jam
March 24, 2013, 6pm
PAX
337 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL
Website Link
Facebook Invite
Donations
with Suenalo, Spam Allstars, and ArtOfficial
hosted by Larry Dogg
Local musicians Suenalo, Spam Allstars, and ArtOfficial organize a benefit concert for one of their own – trumpet player Ted Zimmerman. Ted walked out his front door on New Years Eve and was struck in the hand by a stray bullet. Although thankful it wasn’t more serious, it did strike him in the hand that he plays with. Needless to say he has not been able to keep up his work schedule during his recovery. Ted is also a volunteer mentor for the local organization Gogo (Guitars Over Guns) which provides musical mentorship in local schools that do not have music programs. The event on March 24th will raise funds for Ted’s hospital bills and for the Gogo Organization.
On New Year’s Eve, Ted Zimmerman was struck by a stray bullet on his front porch. The bullet (most likely from someone firing into the air) whizzed by his head and went though his first finger, shattering the bone, before lodging in his middle finger. Ted is a professional trumpet player with one of Miami’s most prominent bands, The Spam Allstars, and a highly sought after freelance musician. For the last 4 years, he has also been a mentor with the GOGO (Guitars Over Guns Organization) program, a non-profit aimed at using music to provide at-risk middle school students an alternative to the negative influences that typically dominate their environs.
While he is lucky to be alive, the bullet cost Ted more than an overnight hospital stay and endless medical bills. After an involved surgery on his hand to remove thousands of bone fragments, Ted found out that he was fortunate to not have irreversible tendon or nerve damage. The bullet however shattered the bone in his index finger (one of the three he depends on for playing the trumpet) so completely that the bone could not be fused.
He will spend the next few months hoping and waiting for enough bone callus formation to allow him to begin the long road of physical therapy – learning how to use his finger again by picking up marbles one at a time. The surgeon told Ted he can hope for 50% mobility in the knuckle of his index finger. At best, he is expected to make a full enough recovery to relearn how to play the trumpet flat-fingered.
Daniel Fila, Also Known as Krave, Opens New Project Space in Little Havana’s Arts District
Friday, 02/22/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
“El Fresco”
535 S.W. 12th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Known for his signature character, The Fresh Monkey, which he incorporates into most of his works, his semi-nude mural “Erin†and the subsequent series which it inspired, “The Sunbatherâ€, Daniel Fila, also known as Krave, has opened a new project space in Little Havana’s emerging Arts District.
The new space will showcase Fila’s varied works, including illustrations, paintings, urban sculptures, and more. The stylishly minimalist space will highlight Fila’s works, as well as the works of artists he’ll collaborate with. The first collaboration with artist Raymond “Gems” Adrian, consists of works from his Surface Merchants collective.
Mary Larsen’s Dreamscapes at Upstairs Underground Art Space Opening night 
February 22nd from 7-10p
Upstairs Underground
1155 (rear-upstairs) SW 6th Street
Miami, Florida 33130
Through a meditative process of layering paint, ink, paper, found images, maps and silkscreen, Mary Larsen creates dream-like landscapes that are at once disorienting yet somehow familiar. Disparate elements work together to create an ephemeral atmosphere of violence and beauty, filled with contrasts and contradictions; balance through imbalance. By obscuring and revealing, each layer unfolds the narrative. The power of nature, history and chance coalesce to form an unsettling place that glimpses the possibility of hope. Each layer adds richness and depth, creating intimacy. Man is overwhelmed by the sublime power of nature and the pessimistic state of the world. The individual is depicted as a solitary figure in nature, all of his/her energy spent, on the edge of danger. The process is a transformative experience that informs the work. Images of violence and war and the power of nature are transformed into beauty and hope.
Exhibition runs from February 22nd – March 15th 2013
Little Havana Art Show Live Entertainment 
February 22nd, 7pm-10pm
Galeria Adelmo
1165 Sw 6th Street
Miami Fl.33130
305 549 7200
http://www.galeriaadelmo.com
You are cordially invited to join us
Complimentary Wine and Cheese
Art Show featuring various artists from the Americas including: Michael Hellem, Mirta Rosa Martinez, Bladimir Diaz, James Hazel, Alina Martinez, Julie Shen, Maria Reyes, Mona Mandal, Sir Roland Richardson, Eva Rapoport and Antonio del Moral
Daniel Fila, Also Known as Krave, Opens New Project Space in Little Havana’s Arts District
Friday, 02/22/2013, 07:00 am – 10:00 pm
El Fresco
535 S.W. 12th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Known for his signature character, The Fresh Monkey, which he incorporates into most of his works, his semi-nude mural “Erin†and the subsequent series which it inspired, “The Sunbatherâ€, Daniel Fila, also known as Krave, has opened a new project space in Little Havana’s emerging Arts District.
The new space will showcase Fila’s varied works, including illustrations, paintings, urban sculptures, and more. The stylishly minimalist space will highlight Fila’s works, as well as the works of artists he’ll collaborate with.
Marlins Challenge Fans to Trivia Night at the Clevelander in Marlins Park
Friday, 02/08/2013, 06:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Clevelander at Marlins Park
501 Marlins Park,
Miami, Florida 33125
RSVP Link
The Miami Marlins and Marlins Foundation invite fans to a special Trivia Night at Marlins Park. Guests will have the opportunity to play with and against their favorite Marlins players and test their general trivia knowledge. Funds raised at the event will benefit the Marlins Charity Partner program. The Marlins Foundation supports the charity partners of the Miami Marlins through philanthropy and service. The
Foundation is committed to improving the lives of our youth through education, the arts and baseball, with a
special focus on children with special needs.
Trivia Night is the second night of Marlins Foundation events for the kick-off of the 2013 baseball season. The event is a night of fun for fans to interact with their favorite Marlins player while challenging their general trivia knowledge. Marlins executives, Marlins alumni, local celebrities and Marlins players will be in attendance. The event is opened to the public and fans are encouraged to register at http://mlb.mlb.com/mia/community/trivia_night.jsp
Team of six is $250 and single players are $50. First place team wins $1500 cash, six Bacardi Dugout Club
tickets for 2013 regular season home game, registration fee donated to team’s charity of choice and recognized as the first team to win Marlins Trivia Night.
Miami International Film Festival (MIFF)
March 1 -10, 2013
Gusman Center for the Performing Arts, 174 East Flagler St, Miami, FL 33131
MDC’s Tower Theater, 1508 Southwest 8th St, Miami, FL 33135
Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33134
O Cinema, 90 Northwest 29th St, Miami, FL 33127
Regal South Beach, 1120 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Miami Beach Cinematheque, 1130 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.miamifilmfestival.com
Premiering at this year’s Festival will be 117 feature films and 12 short films from 41 countries, participating in competition and non-competition categories.
"If you’re not at the movies every day in the first 10 days of March, you’re in the wrong place," declared MIFF’s Executive Director Jaie Laplante.
This is the first year in MIFF’s history that the Festival will open and close with documentary features. The Opening and Closing night films are:
Opening Night Film and Ultimat Opening Night Party on Friday, March 1, 2013
· The Festival will open at the Olympia Theater at Gusman Center for the Performing Arts with RADiUS-TWC’s Twenty Feet from Stardom directed by Morgan Neville. A spectacular Gala party will follow across the street after the screening at The Historic Alfred I. Dupont Building, sponsored by Ultimat Vodka.
Awards Night Film with Pyrat Awards Night Party on Saturday, March 9, 2013
· The Festival‘s annual awards night gala will culminate with Venus and Serena directed by Maiken Baird & Michelle Major. The Festival’s festivities will wrap up in a grand fashion at the National Historic Landmark Freedom Tower at Miami Dade College, with a Gala party sponsored by Pyrat Rum.
Opening Night Films for three of MIFF’s notable competition categories will screen on Saturday, March 2, 2013
· Knight Ibero-American Competition: Everybody Has a Plan, featuring Oscar-nominated actor Viggo Mortensen.
· Knight Documentary Competition: world premiere of Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War.
· Lexus Ibero-American Opera Prima Competition: world premiere of The Boy Who Smells Like Fish.
As previously announced, the Festival will honor two remarkable directors with Career Achievement Tributes: renowned Swedish writer-director Lasse Hallström (My Life as a Dog, What’s Eating Gilbert Grape) and Spanish producer, writer, and Oscar-winning director Fernando Trueba (Belle Epoque, Chico & Rita). The Festival will screen the directors’ latest works including The Hypnotist (Hyponotisören) by Hallström and The Artist and the Model (El Artista y La Modelo) by Trueba. The Artist and the Model received 13 Goya nominations this year, including Best Picture and Best Director.
Other films to be featured in the Festival’s signature CINEDWNTWN Gala series at the Olympia Theater include highly anticipated screenings of Pablo Larrain’s Oscar-nominated NO, the Cannes-winning The Hunt, starring Mads Mikkelsen in the performance of his career thus far, and the world premiere of Eenie Meenie Miney Moe, a Miami-based feature from Jokes Yanes, the editor of MIFF 2011’s hit film Magic City Memoirs.
Miami International Film Festival’s 30th edition is also thrilled to present six competition categories, 15 non-competition categories, as well as an array of special events and screenings. From up-and-coming filmmakers to industry veterans, each category will showcase the filmmakers’ incredible talent.
Festival Competition Categories:
Knight Ibero-American Competition consists of dramatic works from Latin America, Spain and Portugal, as well as Latino-themed works produced in the United States. The films are competing for $40,000 in prizes courtesy of James L. & John S. Knight Foundation, and a $5,000 Screenwriting Award from the Jordan A. Ressler Foundation. The 10 films competing in this category include:
· Everybody Has A Plan (Todos tenemos un plan) (Spain/Argentina /Germany, directed by Ana Piterbarg)
· Cinco De Mayo: The Battle (Mexico, directed by Rafa Lara)
· Dust (Polvo) (Guatemala, directed by Julio Hernández Cordón)
· Gone Fishing (DÃas de pesca) (Argentina, directed by Carlos SorÃn)
· A Gun in Each Hand (Una pistola en cada mano) (Spain, directed by Cesc Gay)
· Marriage (Matrimonio) (Argentina, directed by Carlos Jaureguialzo)
· The Moving Creatures (O Que Se Move) (Brazil, directed by Caetano Gotardo)
· So Much Water (Tanta agua) (Uruguay/Mexico/Netherlands, directed by Ana Guevara & Leticia Jorge)
· Thesis On A Murder (Tesis sobre un homicidio) (Spain/Argentina, directed by Hernán A. Golfrid)
· Vinyl Days (DÃas de vinilo) (Argentina/Colombia, directed by Gabriel Nesci)
Knight Documentary Competition consists of engaging and thought-provoking feature-length documentaries created by international filmmakers that examine social issues, diverse cultures, icons and inspiring people. The films are competing for $10,000 courtesy of the Knight Foundation. The 10 films competing in this category include:
· Viva Cuba Libre: Rap Is War (USA, directed by Jesse Acevedo)
· Blackfish (USA, directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite)
· The Crash Reel (USA, directed by Lucy Walker)
· Cubamerican (USA, directed by Jose Enrique Pardo
· Far Out Isn’t Far Enough: The Tomi Ungerer Story (USA, directed by Brad Bernstein)
· Gideon’s Army (USA, directed by Dawn Porter)
· Sagrada: The Mystery of Creation (Sagrada: El misteri de la creació) (Switzerland, directed by Stefan Haupt)
· Valentine Road (USA, directed by Marta Cummingham)
· Which Way Is the Front Line From Here? The Life and Time of Tim Hetherington (USA, directed by Sebastian Junger)
· Who Is Dayani Cristal? (United Kingdom/Mexico, directed by Marc Silver)
Lexus Ibero-American Opera Prima Competition consists of first-time feature filmmakers from Spain, Portugal and Latin America that are competing for a $5,000 cash prize presented by Lexus. Films competing in this category include:
· The Boy Who Smells Like Fish (Mexico/Canada, directed by Analeine Cal y Mayor)
· Edificio Royal (Colombia/Venezuela/Germany, directed by Iván Wild)
· Good Luck, Sweetheart (Boa Sorte, Meu Amor) (Brazil, directed by Daniel Aragão)
· Miguel, San Miguel (Chile, directed by MatÃas Cruz)
· Molasses (Melaza) (Cuba/France/Panama, directed by Carlos DÃas Lechuga)
· No Autumn, No Spring (Sin otoño, sin primavera) (Ecuador/Colombia/France, directed by Iván Mora)
· Solo (Uruguay/Argentina/Netherlands/France, directed by Guillermo Rocamora)
· The Swimming Pool (La piscina) (Cuba/Venezuela directed by Carlos Machado Quintela)
· Villegas (Argentina/Netherlands/France, directed by Gonzalo Tobal)
University of Miami Shorts Competition will present the latest in short films from around the globe. The jury selected winner will a receive $2,500 cash prize. Films competing in this category include:
· 9 Meter (Denmark, directed by Anders Walter)
· Anna and Jerome (Anna et Jérôme) (France, directed by Mélanie Delloye)
· Ebb & Flow (A Onda Traz, O Vento Leva) (Brazil/Spain, directed by Gabriel Mascaro)
· Edmond Was A Donkey (Edmond Était Un Âne) (Canada/France, directed by Franck Dion)
· Eleven: Twelve (USA/Portugal, directed by JC Barros)
· Lost Country (USA, directed by Heather Burky)
· Of Other Carnivals (De Outros Carnavais) (Brazil, directed by Paulo Miranda)
· Palmipedarium (France, directed by Jérémy Clapin)
· Skunk (Rotkop) (Belgium, directed by Jan Roosens & Raf Roosens)
Festival Non-Competition Categories:
CINEDWNTWN GALAS
· Amor Cronico (USA/Cuba, directed by Jorge PerrugorrÃa)
· The Artist and the Model (Spain, directed by Fernando Trueba)
· The Boy Who Smells Like Fish (Canada/ Mexico, directed by Analeine Cal y Mayor)
· Dark Blood (Netherlands, directed by George Sluizer)
· Eenie Meenie Miney Moe (USA, directed by Jokes Yanes)
· The Hunt (Jagten) (Denmark, directed by Thomas Vinterberg)
· The Hypnotist (Sweden, directed by Lasse Hallström)
· NO (Chile/USA, directed by Pablo LarraÃn) *2013 Oscar Nominated for Best Foreign Film
· RADiUS-TWC’s Twenty Feet from Stardom (USA, directed by Morgan Neville)
· Venus and Serena (USA, directed by Maiken Baird and Michelle Major)
Cinema 360° presented by VIENDOMOVIES is one of the Festival’s most extensive categories this year with an array of films from around the world.
· 7 Boxes (7 Cajas) (Paraguay, directed by Juan Carlos Maneglia & Tana Schémbori)
· A Perfect Plan (Un Plan Parfait) (France, directed by Pascal Chaumeil)
· After Lucia (Después de Lucia) (Mexico, directed by Michel Franco)
· Capadocia 3 (Mexico/USA, directed by Pedro Pablo Ibarra, Javier Patrón, Moises Urquidi & Carlos Carrera)
· Comrade Kim Goes Flying (Belgium/United Kingdom/D.P.R of Korea, directed by Anja Daelemans, Nicholas Bonner, & Kim Gwang-hun)
· Day of The Flowers (United Kingdom, directed by John Roberts)
· Dead Europe (Australia/United Kingdom, directed by Tony Krawitz)
· The Deep (Djúpid) (Iceland/Norway, directed by Baltasar Kormákur)
· Dormant Beauty (Bella Addormentata) (Italy/France directed by Marco Bellocchio)
· The End (Fin) (Spain, directed by Jorge Torregrossa )
· Everyday (United Kingdom, directed by Michael Winterbottom)
· Fill The Void (Lemale Et Ha’Halal) (Israel, directed by Rama Burshtein)
· The German Friend (El amigo alemán) (Germany/ Argentina, directed by Jeanine Meerapfel)
· Ghost Graduation (Promoción fantasm) (Spain, directed by Javier Ruiz Caldera)
· Hand in Hand (France, directed by Valérie Donzelli)
· Hannah Arendt (Germany/Luxembourg/France, directed by Margareta von Trotta)
· It Was the Son (E’Stato Mio Figlio) (Italy, directed by Daniele Cipri)
· Measuring the World (Die Vermessung Der Welt) (Germany, directed by Detlev Buck)
· Mental (USA/Australia, directed by P.J. Hogan)
· Nairobi Half Life (Kenya/Germany, directed by Tosh Gitonga)
· Oh Boy (Germany, directed by Jan Ole Gerster)
· Paradise: Love (Paradies: Liebe) (Austria/Germany/France, directed by Ulrich Seidl)
· The Patience Stone (Syngu’e Sabour) (Afghanistan, directed by Atiq Rahimi)
· Reality (Italy/France, directed by Matteo Garrone)
· Still Mine (Canada, directed by Michael McGowan)
· The Trip 2 (El paseo 2) (Colombia, directed by Harold Trompetero)
· White Elephant (Elefante blanco) (Argentina/Spain, directed by Pablo Trapero)
Spotlight on China
· Beijing Flickers (You-Zhong) (China, directed by Zhang Yuan)
· Full Circle (Fei Yue Lao Ren Yan) (China, directed by Zhang Yang)
· Romancing in Thin Air (Gao Hai Bazhi Lian II) (China/Hong Kong, directed by Johnnie To)
See Voir Veo CANADA
· Camion (Canada, directed by Rafaël Ouellet)
· L’Affaire Dumont (Canada, directed by Daniel Grou)
· Laurence Anyways (Canada/France, directed by Xavier Dolan)
4 Directors to Watch
· A World Not Ours (United Kingdom/Lebanon/Denmark, directed by Mahdi Fleifel)
· Blondie (Sweden, directed by Jesper Ganslandt)
· The Future (Il Futuro) (Chile/Italy/Germany/ Spain, directed by Alicia Scherson)
· Three Kids (Twa Timoun) (Belgium/Haiti, directed by Jonas D’Adesky)
Doc-You-Up
· Amazon Gold (USA, directed by Reuben Aaronson)
· Bay of all Saints (Da Maré) (USA/Brazil, directed by Annie Eastman)
· Casting By (USA, directed by Tom Donahue)
· Liv & Ingmar (Czech Republic/India/Norway, directed by Dheeraj Akolkar)
· No Place on Earth (USA, United Kingdom, Germany, directed by Janet Tobias)
· Ping Pong (United Kingdom, directed by Hugh Hartford)
Florida Focus presented by FPL
· Calloused Hands (USA, directed by Jesse Quiñones)
· Pincus (USA, directed by David Fenster)
· Red Wine (Vino Tinto) (USA, directed by Carlos Gutierrez)
· Tony Tango (USA, directed by Manola CelÃ)
Lee Brian Schrager’s Culinary Cinema
· Meat Hooked (USA, directed by Suzanne Wasserman)
· Oma & Bella (Germany/USA, directed by Alexa Karolinski)
· Why Did You Leave? (Por Que Vocȇ Partiu?) (Brazil, directed by Eric Belhassem)
Family Day
· Magic Camp (USA, directed by Judd Ehrlich)
· The Croods (USA, directed by Kirk De Micco and Chris Sanders)
REEL Music
· Someone Else’s Bed (USA, directed by Maggy Torres-Rodriguez)
· Turning (Denmark/USA, directed by Charles Atlas)
America the Beautiful
· At Any Price (USA, directed by Ramin Bahrani)
· The Discoverers (USA, directed by Justin Schwarz)
· The Go Doc Project (USA, directed by Cory James Krueckeberg)
· The Hot Flashes (USA, directed by Susan Seidelman)
Visions
· Bob Wilson’s Life and Death of Marina Abramovic (United Kingdom/Spain, directed by Giada Colagrande)
· The Fifth Season (La Cinquieme Saison) (Belgium/Netherlands/France, directed by Peter Brosens & Jessica Woodworth)
· Leviathan (France/United Kingdom/USA, directed by Lucien Castain-Taylor & Vérena Paravel)
· Multiple Visions, The Crazy Machine (Miradas múltiples, la máquina loca) (Mexico/France/Spain, directed by Emilio Maille)
· Post Tenebras Lux (Mexico/France/Netherlands/Germany, directed by Carlos Reygadas)
· Rio 2096:A Story of Love and Fury (Uma História de Amor E Fúria) (Brazil, directed by Luiz Bolognesi)
· Sadourni’s Butterflies (Las mariposas ee Sadourni) (Argentina, directed by DarÃo Nardi)
From The Vault
· Au Hasard Balthazar (France/Sweden, directed by Robert Bresson)
· The Super (El Super) (USA, directed by Leon Ichaso & Orlando Jiménez-Leal)
· The Yellow Ticket (USA, directed by Victor Janson & Eugen Illés)
· Zoo (USA, directed by Frederick Wiseman)
Mayhem
· Animals (Spain, directed by Marçal Forés)
· Errors of the Human Body (Germany/USA, directed by Eron Sheean)
· Halley (Mexico, directed by Sebastian Houfmann)
· Pietá (D.P.R of Korea, directed by Kim Ki-duk)
· The Midnight Game (USA, directed by Alejandro Calvo)
· Sanitarium (USA, directed by Bryan Ramirez, Bryan Ortiz & Kerry Valderrama)
· Would You Rather (USA, directed by David Guy Levy)
Spotlight on FilmMovement: The Festival will be celebrating FilmMovement’s 10th anniversary and honoring their commitment to cinema outside of commercial commitments with three films.
· Broken (United Kingdom, directed by Rufus Norris)
· The Deflowering of Eva Van End (De Ontmaagding Van Eva Van End) (Netherlands, directed by Michiel ten Horn)
· La Sirga (Colombia, directed by William Vega)
Other Notables Highlights During the Festival week:
· The Festival will host a series of Masterclass Seminars at the Miami Beach Cinematheque, The Standard Spa, and Miami Light Project. The classes include:
o Analyze This: A Critics Power in Today’s Film Culture (March 2, at 3 p.m.)
o You’re Invited? Now What? (March 3, at 2:30 p.m.)
o International Symposium on the Chinese Film Industry & Chinese Films for Mandarin Education (March 7 – March 9, 2013)
o Do A Shot Miami! #1 Presented by Kodak & Pro8mm (March 9, at 10 a.m.)
o Conversation with Cristián Jiménez, Director of Bonsái (March 9, at 11 a.m.)
o Producing in Florida and Beyond (March 9, at 12:30PM)
o Cocaine Cowboys: The Series (March 9, at 3 p.m.)
o Do A Shot Miami! #2 Presented by Kodak & Pro8mm (March 10, at 10 a.m.)
· Brady Corbet will host an evening at Nikki Beach, and present a screening of Robert Bresson’s Au Hasard Balthazar on Friday, March 8 at 7:15 p.m. Corbet willdiscuss this acclaimed 1966 masterpiece from one of cinemas most revered filmmakers and discuss its significance.
· The coveted Lexus Audience Award is presented to the film receiving the most votes from audience members. Prior to viewing eligible films, ballads are dispersed to audience members in order to cast their vote for their favorite film. Last year’s winner of the Lexus Audience Award was Juan of the Dead directed by Alejandro Brugués.
· CinemaSlam is a component of the Festival’s Florida Focus program. The competition, aims to discover, showcase, and celebrate the work of undergraduate and graduate students in Miami’s film schools. College age film students from Florida International University, Miami-Dade College, Miami International University, New World School of the Arts (University of Florida), St. Thomas University, and the University of Miami compete for the right to be named CinemaSlam Champion 2013. The public is invited to judge and vote for their favorite online short between the dates January 4 – 24, 2013. The remaining 50% of the vote is determined by a select group of faculty judges from each participating school. The winning 2-3 films from each school will be judged by MIFF’s esteemed CinemaSlam Jury to determine the overall grand prize winning short CinemaSlam Champion 2013 and Category Awards for (1) Best Comedy (2) Best Drama (3) Best Experimental, Documentary or Animation (4) Best Technical Achievement, (5) Best Actor (6) Best Actress and (7) Best Director.
· Osklen’s Best Dressed at MIFF 2013 Contest: MIFF attendees will have a chance to enter this opening night contest with a chance to win a gift certificate from the upscale boutique, Osklen. To enter, guests just simply need to attend MIFF’s Opening Night Gala Party in their most stylish threads. Three of Miami’s fashion gurus will be scouting the scene for the best male and female outfits. Participants are encouraged to share their look with Instagram and Twitter using #miamiFF.
Notable Programs and Countdown Retrospective Film Prior to the Festival week:
· Bruce Weber’s Let’s Get Lost screening and Q&A: This Oscar-nominated documentary about jazz trumpeter-singer Chet Baker intercuts footage from the 1950s, when he was part of West Coast Cool, and from his later years. The film takes viewers on a journey through Baker’s life from his young beautiful faced years to his old and detached life with his face a ruin. A series of interviews with his children, ex-wife, friends, associates and lovers add to the rich texture of this fascinating film. Renowned photographer and filmmaker Bruce Weber is scheduled to attend for intro and Q&A on Friday, February 1, 2013, at 7:00 p.m.
· Miami Future Cinema Critics (MFCC) is a new program in celebration of MIFF’s 30th anniversary. The aim of the program is to provide Miami-based film aficionados with a fascinating opportunity to discover new cinema – outside of the roughly 600 films that are commercially released in the U.S. annually, and learn new ways to develop their voice and attract new audiences for their own critical work. Through an application process, a group of 7 Miami writers (between the ages 21 to 30 ) will blog (written, audio or video) about films from a select playlist of 8-10 titles, curated by MIFF’s 2013 programming team. In addition to blogging, the MFCC will designate one film in their playlist as an overall “best film,†based on the Critics’ own criterion of artistic merit. Miami Future Cinema Critics Best Film of 2013 Award will be announced and presented as part of MIFF’s official Awards Night program on Saturday, March 9, 2013, at 7:00 p.m., at the Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center of the Performing Arts.
· Miami Encuentros will for the first time in the program’s history award a cash prize of $10,000 to one winning project as selected by a jury of industry professionals. The prize is sponsored by EGEDA, the Audiovisual Producers’ Rights Management Association from Spain. In addition, Madrid/Barcelona-based International Sales Agency 6 Sales will offer a 2-year representation contract to a winning project, with the ultimate goal of securing worldwide distribution. The objective of the competition category is to help facilitate and support the completion of Latin American and U.S. Hispanic feature film projects in post-production, and propelling them towards their debuts on the international stage.
Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays
December 28, 2012, 7 – 11 pm
Domino Park
804 SW 15th Avenue
Miami, Fl 33135
Art Gallery: Viernes Culturales
1637 SW 8th St.
Miami, Fl 33135
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 galerÃas del distrito cultural de la Pequeña Habana. Tome un tour de la Pequena Habana gratuito con la compañÃa del legendario historiador, Dr. Paul George, una feria artÃstica 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 galerÃas y restaurantes locales. El evento toma lugar el último viernes de cada mes. www.viernesculturales.org
Cremata Gallery Farewell Christmas Party 
Friday, December 14th, 2012 – 7:00-11:00 pm
Cremata Gallery
1646 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL 33135
RSVP: lourdes@crematagallery.com
Join us one last time to celebrate Christmas cheer! We are moving out of our current gallery space after 7 years. Come for fun surrounded by great art, all on super sale, live music, small bites and full bar. Hope YOU can make it as we bid farewell to all our friends and clients who have made these years truly special. Lourdes & Raul Cremata
Christmas Party Reception by invitation
Music: Ruben and his Saxophone//Raul Cremata singing Sinatra’s favorites
Full Open Bar and small bites by Catharsis restaurant
Valet Parking available at the door
Little Havana Art Walk 
Friday, Dec. 14th – 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Calle 8 between 12th and 17th
Join us for the second Friday of every calendar month for Little Havana Art Walk.
It promises an evening embracing all of Little Havana, highlighting its art, dining and entertainment.
Art galleries grand opening reception for:
Art by Ninoska
Ninoska is an author of several best sellers, she has a passion for the art and has dedicated her time to produce work full of nostalgia and symbolism of her native Cuba. Full of imagination, her paintings speak thru the live watercolors."For me painting is going back to my lost city", she quotes the Chinese poet Li Po, "I dream that I am home"
Roy Rodriguez Art
Cuban artist Roy Rodriguez seeks his aesthetic vocabulary and imagination when he uses color and texture to create a sultry palette.His work reflects his native island’s vibrant colors while exploring the exotic. “Art if my passion, I am always fascinated by the rich and translucent textures obtained through various materials and toolsâ€
Galleries / Art
Calle 8 & SW 17th Ave
Mildrey Guillot Fine Art
Agustin Gainza Art Gallery
Cremata Gallery
Obrapia Fine Art Restoration
Unzueta Fine Art
Molina Fine Art
Futurama Building
Abdul Delgado Cataneo Art
Alberto de Vegas Gallery
Art by JTW
Art by Ninoska
B.A.D. Brainn Art Gallery
Maggie Genova-Cordovi Studio
Penner Studios
Rafiño Art
Roy Rodriguez Art
Santos Fine Art Gallery
Villamil Art Studio
Maxoly/Latin Art Core
Marta G. Ismail Fine Art
Cuba Ocho Art & Research Center
Art of Freedom
Roberto Burle Marx Exhibit
An exhibit of the plans for Miami’s Biscayne Boulevard designed by Roberto Burle Marx will be in the Futurama Building until Dec. 28th. The implemented project shown on the photograph by Perla Gonzalez is one of Miami’s most important landmarks. Born in Brazil, Roberto Burle Marx (1909-1994) is internationally known as one of the most important landscape architects of the 20th century.
1637 SW 8th St. Miami Fl 33135
Conjunto Progreso at PAX!
Friday, 01/04/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:00 am
PAX
337 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Grammy Nominated Cuban Son, Descargas & Latin Jazz.
Miami’s own Conjunto Progreso was nominated for a 2005 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Tropical Latin Album for their CD “Masters of Cuban Son” on Pimienta Records dist. by Universal Music. Their New CD titled “Master Sessions: Descarga & Son: was release in early 2008 on Warner Latin/Union Music/Mojito Records.
Soundcircle EP Release Party at PAX!
Thursday, 12/13/2012, 09:00 pm – 02:00 am
PAX
337 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
SOUNDCIRCLES came on to the scene in 2009 as A Pink Floyd Tribute Band playing several shows in the local scene. Soon enough they began writing original material and “Upstream” represents the culmination of those efforts. Fusing elements of prog, alternative, spacey and indie rock, this local quintet is eager to share their modern take on a classic sound with the rest of South Florida
4 Bands
Salvese Quien Pueda
Dear Darling
Soundcircles
Humbert
Spam Allstars at PAX!
Saturday, 12/15/2012, 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
PAX
337 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33173
Webpage Link
Spam Allstars were formed by Andrew Yeomanson, a/k/a DJ Le Spam, who was raised in Toronto, Bogota and London, and has called Miami home since 1993. He got his start by playing guitar in Haitian band Lavalas, and recording and touring with Miami based artist Nil Lara. Along the way he added to his vinyl collection, and when off the road he would DJ locally. These DJ gigs evolved into collaborations with live musicians, performing on an internet radio show, recording in his home studio, and the first of many residencies combining his samplers & DJ skills with a live band.
Drive-By Big Band at PAX
Wednesday, 12/12/2012, 08:00 pm –
PAX
337 SW 8th St.,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link
Drive-By Big Band Miami is a powerful dynamic 18 piece swinging band influenced by many of the great jazz big bands such as Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Stan Kenton, Woody Herman, Thad Jones and Mel Lewis, U.S. Air Forces Airmen of Note, U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Dianne Schuur, and many others. The band will be comprised of seasoned professional musicians from the South Florida area and exceptionally talented students from the University of Miami’s Frost School of music.
Flagler Nights Christmas Market
Friday, 12/14/2012, 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
Barrio Workshop
520 West Flagler Street, Miami, Fl,
520 West Flagler Street, Florida Miami
Facebook Link
Flagler Nights is a community coordinated night showcasing local cuisine and talent. Join us for a night with Little Havana’s community of musicians, performance artists, local businesses, art connoisseurs and a critical mass of people that are ready to delve into a night overflowing with sensation.
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