El dano que hace el tabaco Digital Premiere 4/3/21

El dano que hace el tabaco Digital Premiere
Saturday, 04/03/2021-, 07:00 pm-
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

The Digital Premiere of “El daño que hace el tabaco” by Anton Chekhov goes live on Saturday, April 3rd at 7pm. ⁣⁣

⁣This theatre performance was filmed live at Miami-Dade County Auditorium’s outdoor stage and is part of the Drive-Through Theatre Experience. This virtual show is free to watch with no limited viewing time. The show is directed and performed by Larry Villanueva.⁣⁣

The story begins with Professor Ivan Ivanovich Nyukhin, the husband of the owner of a music boarding school for young ladies. The Professor enters a room with the innocent intention of giving a lecture on the harmful effects of tobacco. As the disorderly lecture begins to unravel, he delivers an unpredictable speech wavering between pathetic, ridiculous, and nonconforming, leading him to reveal terrible evils of the soul.

Arts Mean Business Speaker Series with Spoken Word Artist Darius V. Daughtry 5/12/21

Arts Mean Business Speaker Series with Spoken Word Artist Darius V. Daughtry
Wednesday, 05/12/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free with RSVP

Business for the Arts Broward’s ongoing Arts Mean Business Speaker Series continues virtually with a presentation and live Q&A with well-known spoken word artist, author, director and educator Darius V. Daughtry. Sponsored by Community Foundation of Broward’s James and Cathy Donnelly Family Fund, and The Castle Group. The Zoom event is free and open to the public.

Participants who wish to attend must email their RSVP to rvegas@bfabroward.org by Tuesday, May 11 to receive the invitation link.
With more than a decade of experience, Daughtry has been commissioned to write, perform and conduct workshops for various organizations including The Poetry Foundation; U.S. Naval Academy; O, Miami; City of Fort Lauderdale; Miami-Dade Schools; and Broward County Public Schools, among others.

Daughtry is also founder and artistic director of Art Prevails Project, a performing arts organization dedicated to expanding cultural conversation through theatrical performance, arts education and community engagement. He has spearheaded literacy initiatives with NFL Hall of Famer Jason Taylor and poet and actor, Omari Hardwick. He has also written and directed performances for numerous groups and organizations, such as ArtServe (RedEye), Broward Cultural Division (Sistrunk Market Place, State of Black Broward), Old Dillard Museum (Juneteenth, Kwanzaa), The World Aids Museum (Saving Grace) and more.

AMB is just one of several ways BFA supports local artists while fostering cultural vitality, creative success and economic development. BFA continuously supports the local arts community and promotes local artists, cultural non-profits and diverse art-related projects. BFA annually hosts several events in addition to AMB, including Art & Soul, Art in the Workplace, Art Curation and Art+Stroll.

For more information and sponsorship opportunities, visit www.bfabroward.org or contact Robyn Vegas at 954-940-5344 or rvegas@bfabroward.org.

Balancing Public Health With Economic Health: Dinner at the Square Virtual Event 4/14/21

Balancing Public Health With Economic Health: Dinner at the Square Virtual Event
Wednesday, 04/14/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: Free; registration required

It’s been a difficult line to walk in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic. Do you close businesses and schools to keep people at home and healthy? Or does a healthy economy sustain human life?

Join our three panelists and moderator for a fact-based, civil debate to educate and promote discussion about the health and safety of individuals and the health of the economy during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Panelists include: Dr. Jerry D. Parrish, Chief Economist and Director of Research, Florida Chamber Foundation; Dr. Johannes Vieweg, Founding Dean and Chief Academic Officer, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel, College of Allopathic Medicine; and Richard Grosso, Attorney and Law Professor, Nova Southeastern University. The panel is moderated by Doug Bartel, Market Leader, Florida Blue.

The Belle of Amherst 4/2/21-4/6/21

The Belle of Amherst
Friday, 04/02/2021-04/06/2021, 12:00 am-
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Cost: $30

Actors’ Playhouse and Palm Beach Dramaworks have joined forces to present a virtual coproduction of The Belle of Amherst by William Luce. Based on the life of Emily Dickinson, this one-woman show tells the story of the independent, enigmatic, reclusive, witty poet through her letters, verse, and the playwright’s rich imagination, interweaving the voices of friends, family, and acquaintances to create a vivid portrait of the artist. Margery Lowe portrays the enigmatic poet and William Hayes directs.

Tickets are $30 and all proceeds will benefit PBD and Actors’ Playhouse, supplying much-needed revenue at a time when the theatres are earning no income. Once a ticket is purchased, the play can be viewed at the ticket holder’s convenience any time from April 2nd through April 6th.

Take 6 Online 4/10/21

Take 6 Online April 10
Saturday, 04/10/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: $15

Ten Grammy Awards, 10 Dove Awards, 2 NAACP Image Awards, and a Soul Train Award, Take 6 is the most awarded a cappella group in history. Any singer who aspires for vocal excellence cannot overlook the contributions these men have made to music. Take 6 has performed with and won praise from such luminaries as Stevie Wonder, Brian Wilson, Ben E. King, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Al Jarreau, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles, and Whitney Houston, to name a very few. Some of the honors Take 6 has enjoyed over the past few years include being chosen as the first musical group to perform in Cuba at the normalization of relations between our two countries, and their induction into The Gospel Music Hall of Fame.

What makes the music and the group last this long? The answers are direct and simple: faith, friendship, respect, and love of music. The multi-platinum selling sextet says of their longevity, “We are family in the sense that we care deeply about each other, which helps keep us together. We have times when it gets tough, but we pull together because of the love and respect we have for one another. The group’s willingness to let members do other projects also adds to the brand and the cohesiveness of the group,” says Joey Kibble. Kibble is a motivational speaker and Alvin Chea does voiceover work session-singing on dozens of TV shows, feature films and commercials with his uniquely recognizable bass vocals. Two of the members have solo projects in the works, others produce outside acts, Mark Kibble arranges for A-list artists and McKnight is working on a documentary. “It adds even more credibility and depth to the group as a whole, enriched by each of our outside skills and experiences,” Kibble adds.

Tickets are $15 at https://jazzaid.eduvision.tv/LiveEvents

Video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZepKMnGOX8&t=122s

Take 6 to Close Out Pinecrest Gardens ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ Series 4/10/21

Take 6 to Close Out Pinecrest Gardens ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ Series
Saturday, 04/10/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: $15

A cappella group Take 6 is the final act at Pinecrest Gardens’ JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl, a COVID-19 relief concert series. Their performance will be broadcast live from the venue’s Banyan Bowl and live streamed into music lovers homes at 8 p.m. EDT on Saturday, April 10. The group has performed with legends such as Stevie Wonder, Brian Wilson, Ben E. King, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Al Jarreau, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles, and Whitney Houston, to name a few. Quincy Jones heralded the group as the “baddest vocal cats on the planet.” Their various Grammy Awards are in categories ranging from Soul, Jazz, and R&B.

A generous percentage of the proceeds from the COVID-19 relief fundraiser will go directly to World Central Kitchen. Due to the pandemic and social distancing requirements, JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl is available via pay-per-view, livestream only. The cost is $15 for this final performance. Tickets can be purchased online at www.pinecrestgardens.org/jazzaid.

Walk for the Animals 4/2/21 – 4/30/21

Walk for the Animals
Friday, 04/02/2021-04/30/2021, 12:00 am-11:59 pm
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Cost: $20 Registration

Get off the couch and get moving for our virtual walk from April 2nd to the 30th. We’re challenging you to get active every day for the Humane Society of Greater Miami’s Walk for the Animals! Start moving and fundraising for the homeless animals to earn awesome incentives and receive goodies from our sponsors. Register for just $20 and unlock your Walk perks immediately! Plus, be one of the top fundraisers or log the most miles and you could win an amazing prize.

25th World Nutrition and Pediatrics Healthcare Conference 4/19/21

25th World Nutrition and Pediatrics Healthcare Conference
Monday, 04/19/2021-, 08:00 am-02:00 pm
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Cost: $99

After the fabulous triumph of Nutrition & Pediatrics 2021 we, ME conferences warmly welcome you to join our physical conference “25th World Nutrition and Pediatrics Healthcare Conference” scheduled on April 19, 2021 “Webinar” which will be focusing on the theme “Health is more Dependent on Nutrition than on Medicine”. We deliver more just superbly run meetings. “Nutrition and Pediatrics 2021” is a marvelous platform to meet researchers, experts, associate professors, scholars and many more and it also a great platform for research works, poster presentations, oral talks, keynote presentations and discussions.

Sounds of the Times: Pintscher and Barnatan 4/4/21

Sounds of the Times: Pintscher and Barnatan
Saturday, 04/03/2021-04/06/2021, 07:30 pm-07:30 pm
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Cost: $15

Matthias Pintscher, famed Music Director of Ensemble intercontemporain, returns to perform the music of today! The program includes the U.S. premiere of his own piano concerto “NUR” with Inon Barnatan. Translating to fire in Hebrew and Arabic, “NUR” was hailed as spellbinding and seductive in its 2019 premiere. Find the full program, set a reminder for this Saturday, 4/3 at 7:30 PM and buy your tickets today: nwsym.ph/3u7BDDd.

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide. To learn more visit, nws.edu.

Solo Spotlight: American Piano Premieres 4/5/21

Solo Spotlight: American Piano Premieres
Monday, 04/05/2021-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

Prize-winning pianist, native Texan and #NWSFellow Thomas Steigerwald has been preparing a special recital featuring premieres of solo, chamber and small ensemble works. Check out the full program and catch the performance #LIVE this Monday, April 5th at 7 PM ET on our Facebook page, website, or YouTube channel: nwsym.ph/3d55hln

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide. To learn more visit, nws.edu

Inside the Music: House Concert 4/6/21

Inside the Music: House Concert
Tuesday, 04/06/2021-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

From South Korea to New World Center, we’re bringing you an incredible online performance of Baroque and Classical chamber music by NWS Fellows sheltering in place at home on the other side of the globe. Both natives of Korea, second-year Oboe Fellow Joo Bin Yi and second-year Violin Fellow Jung Eun Kang have a special concert prepared just for you! Get the full program and set a reminder for Tuesday, April 6th at 7 PM ET #LIVE on our Facebook page, website, or YouTube channel: nwsym.ph/2NWu4zI

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide. To learn more visit, nws.edu

Global Arts Project & the Collins Park Neighborhood Assn. present The Swing All-Stars FREE in person and online 3/28/21

Global Arts Project & the Collins Park Neighborhood Assn. present The Swing All-Stars FREE in person and online
Sunday, 03/28/2021-, 04:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Sunday March 28, 2021 5-7 PM: Come enjoy International Woman’s Day March 28th live in Collins Park or watch this fabulous event virtually from the comfort of your own home. We are featuring at 4: The Claudia Lopez ensemble; and at 5 the main act, THE SWING ALLSTARS w/ Brenda Alford! Swing dancers and food vendors on-site! How can you resist?

Link choices to view below!:
https://www.facebook.com/GlobalArtsProject
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxi9oKLf7yneS-PLnzl9UKA

Drivers will love the new parking lot on 224 23rd and Collins!

The swing All Stars are known as the leading South Florida-based swing dance band. Created and led by bassist and bandleader Paul Shewchuk in 1999 with the goal of bringing together swing dancers and great live music, the Swing All Stars feature a collective of top vocalists and musicians, (Each member is a nationally recognized artist).

The current award-winning line-up of Jesse Jones Jr, Brenda Alford, Paul Shewchuk, Brian Murphy, and Kevin Campfield line-up (known as the “A-Team”) has been one of the most popular groups in the South Florida swing dance community. They make musical magic happen for dancers and listeners alike.

The Swing All Stars have been the most requested group to perform for SOFLEX (South Florida Lindy Exchange’s annual event), and were chosen to perform at prestigious events at the Perez Art Museum in Miami, and The Norton Museum’s 75th Anniversary Gala in West Palm Beach. The “SWING ALL STARS” were also awarded “BAND of The YEAR 2016” at Gold Coast Ballroom/Savoy Saturday’s 2016 IZZY Awards.

AIRIE Asks: Yukio Suzuki + Juraj Kojs 4/21/21

AIRIE Asks: Yukio Suzuki + Juraj Kojs
Wednesday, 04/21/2021-, 01:00 pm-02:00 pm
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Cost:

Join Japanese dancer and choreographer Yukio Suzuki and Slovakian-born, Miami-based composer, sound / multimedia artist, performer, researcher and educator Juraj Kojs, as they discuss their collaboration on Cross Pollination, a performance art piece presented on April 17 in the Everglades National Park. Live on Zoom from Miami Light Project in partnership with PAXy.
Zoom Webinar link will be emailed to registered participants on day of the event.

Families For Everglades Virtual Event 4/7/21

Families For Everglades Virtual Event
Tuesday, 04/06/2021-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
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This virtual event hosted by The Everglades Foundation will engage families in a conversation about the Everglades ecosystem and its vital importance. Parents and other caregivers of children will be able to discover curious myths and misconceptions about the “River of Grass” in this educational presentation and leave with free resources to bring the Everglades home to the dinner table.

The Everglades Foundation will celebrate Everglades Day, April 7, with events designed to educate and engage families and young professionals on how they can play an active role in restoring and protecting America’s beloved Everglades.

Since 2012, Everglades Day has been held on April 7, celebrating the birthday of Everglades activist Marjory Stoneman Douglas, who dedicated herself to protecting and conserving the globally unique ecosystem.

America’s Everglades provides drinking water to nine million Floridians, habitat for 78 threatened or endangered species, and includes 14 National Wildlife Refuges and four National Parks, including Everglades National Park – a World Heritage Site, an International Biosphere, and a Wetland of International Importance. The Everglades also supports a robust tourism-based economy, and helps mitigate climate change through carbon sequestration.

Since its founding in 1993, The Everglades Foundation has been devoted to restoring and protecting the precious ecosystem through science, advocacy, and education. On April 6 and 7, the Foundation will host virtual events designed to provide intriguing information about the one-of-a-kind ecosystem, and to engage participants in conversations about how to take an active role in restoring and protecting it.

Young Everglades Patrons Virtual Event 4/6/21

Young Everglades Patrons Virtual Event
Wednesday, 04/07/2021-, 05:30 pm-07:30 pm
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The Everglades Foundation’s first Young Everglades Patrons event will be held virtually on Everglades Day, and will be hosted by Mac Stone, National Geographic photographer and member of The Everglades Foundation’s Board of Directors. Through his immersive photography and firsthand experiences, Stone will illustrate the importance of restoring and protecting the global treasure. To participate, click here

The Young Everglades Patrons is a group of young, like-minded individuals dedicated to raising awareness of the vital importance of the restoration and protection of America’s Everglades, and to raising funds to help the Foundation carry out its mission. For more details, visit evergladesfoundation.org/YEP, or contact Karina Buenrostro, kbuenrostro@evergladesfoundation.org.

The Everglades Foundation will celebrate Everglades Day, April 7, with events designed to educate and engage families and young professionals on how they can play an active role in restoring and protecting America’s beloved Everglades.

Since 2012, Everglades Day has been held on April 7, celebrating the birthday of Everglades activist Marjory Stoneman Douglas, who dedicated herself to protecting and conserving the globally unique ecosystem.

America’s Everglades provides drinking water to nine million Floridians, habitat for 78 threatened or endangered species, and includes 14 National Wildlife Refuges and four National Parks, including Everglades National Park – a World Heritage Site, an International Biosphere, and a Wetland of International Importance. The Everglades also supports a robust tourism-based economy, and helps mitigate climate change through carbon sequestration.

Since its founding in 1993, The Everglades Foundation has been devoted to restoring and protecting the precious ecosystem through science, advocacy, and education. On April 6 and 7, the Foundation will host virtual events designed to provide intriguing information about the one-of-a-kind ecosystem, and to engage participants in conversations about how to take an active role in restoring and protecting it.

4th Annual South Florida Fertility Expo 4/24/21

4th Annual South Florida Fertility Expo
Saturday, 04/24/2021-, 10:00 am-03:00 pm
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Cost: $10

No Need To Suffer In Silence!

The 4th Annual South Florida Fertility Expo is a one-day event giving you access to fertility expertise in one place at one time. Due to the current COVID 19 pandemic, we will be featuring the Expo as a webinar! Join us online for discussions with excellent fertility speakers, valuable tips, and a community that cares.

#SOFFE2021 #NIAW2021

Respiratory Therapist Virtual Hiring Event Tenet Healthcare 4/7/21

Respiratory Therapist Virtual Hiring Event – Up to USD 7.5K Sign-on Bonus | Tenet Healthcare
Wednesday, 04/07/2021-04/07/2021, 11:00 am-01:00 pm
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Join us for our upcoming virtual hiring event on April 7th! You will have the chance to meet with hiring leaders and learn more about our opportunities.

We are seeking RRTs/CRTs to join our team in South Florida! We have great opportunities across five of our award-winning facilities:

  • Coral Gables Hospital
  • Florida Medical Center
  • Hialeah Hospital
  • North Shore Medical Center
  • Palmetto General Hospital

As part of Tenet Healthcare, you would be part of a larger community across the nation that strives for clinical excellence and offers opportunities for career growth. We offer a market-competitive salary and great benefits. Generous sign-on bonus available for qualified candidates.

  • Up to USD 7.5K sign-on bonus available

When:
Wednesday, April 7 from 11am to 1pm

Where:
Online. This event is virtual.

Apply now to RSVP and receive next steps. We cannot wait to e-meet you!

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring John Bailey 4/8/21

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring John Bailey on April 8
Thursday, 04/08/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature writer/historian John Bailey on the next April 8 noon segment of its “Meet the Author” interactive Zoom series. The new free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month. Viewers may register at http://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorBailey.

Bailey is author of A New River Runs Through It, an exciting, comprehensive story of a river and the city that grew up along its banks. Beginning with the legend of how the river acquired its name, this narrative brings to life the story of the rugged men and women who settled along it and built the city of Fort Lauderdale into a world class international business and financial center. It ends with the latest events: the recent expansion of rail commuter service, the city’s management of the Covid-19 pandemic, and a look forward to our future. The book is available on Amazon and in signed editions at History Fort Lauderdale’s Museum Shop.

In 1946, at the age of nine, John Bailey arrived at the New River with his parents. He attended several of the area’s different schools – West Side, Davie, Naval Air, Central, and Fort Lauderdale High School. Through his various local teachers, Bailey developed an abiding interest in his home town. Many of his personal experiences of growing-up and living along the River are sprinkled throughout this book. His previous best selling history books include Sentinel of the Jersey Cape, The Story of the Cape May Lighthouse, Cape Island, The Jewel of the Jersey Shore and Juet’s Journal, Henry Hudson’s Explorations on the Half Moon.

Bailey joins Kingsley Guy and Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with South Florida-based writers, launched in February. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

In compliance with local and state health guidelines, visitors to History Fort Lauderdale will be required to wear a mask, have a digital temperature reading and practice safe social distancing of six feet apart. Hand sanitizer will be available at the front desk admission point and all surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned multiple times a day, per CDC guidelines. Additionally, guests will be asked to sign-in, daily, for contact tracing.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FLLhistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live 4/3/21

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live
Saturday, 04/03/2021-, 09:00 am-11:00 am
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Cost: FREE

Calling all yogis! Stay grounded and join the New World Symphony for our Yoga Mornings at the New World Center, our monthly community vinyasa yoga series presented by Jackson Health System. To maintain the safest environment for patrons, all Yoga Mornings will be offered online via the NWS Facebook page until further notice. All NWS Yoga Mornings take place from 9AM – 10AM on the days listed below.

Upcoming NWS Yoga Mornings:
Saturday, April 3
Saturday, May 15

This free event is suitable for all levels. No advance purchase required. Make sure to have plenty of space, a yoga mat, your favorite juice, or anything else you’d like to help you get the most out of this experience. For additional information, call the New World Symphony Box Office at 305.673.3331.

We love hearing from you. Share your Yoga Mornings experience using the hashtag #NWSYogaMornings!

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide.

Passover Interfaith Seder Welcomes All Faiths to Special 60-Minute Seder Live-Streaming 7PM EST Sunday 3/28/21

Passover Interfaith Seder Welcomes All Faiths to Special 60-Minute Seder Live-Streaming 7PM EST Sunday
Sunday, 03/28/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Passover Interfaith Seder invites all faiths to a special Seder Sunday, March 28 at 7PM Eastern Time to celebrate freedom from oppression for all people and retell the story of the exodus from Egypt, with rituals, food, wine, and song. The Passover Interfaith Seder will be streamed on their official website, PassoverInterfaithSeder.org, as well as on The Jewish Life Television (JLTV) Facebook Page.

Parktails 4/22/21

Parktails
Thursday, 04/22/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: $75

Parktails: an evening of virtual cocktails and tales from Florida’s national parks

Join us for cocktails curated exclusively for the evening from Bar Lab – and for a few tales from Florida’s national parks – in celebration of our new name, our revamped mission and our rededication to enriching the experience of park visitors and creating deeper connections between diverse communities to the nature that abounds in their backyards.

Yes, you read that right! You may have once known us as the South Florida National Parks Trust, but we recently reintroduced ourselves as The Alliance for Florida’s National Parks.

We feel this new, more inclusive name will help us better unite those who champion the safeguarding of these national parks, ensuring that Florida remains natural, wild and – most importantly – accessible.

Louis Aguirre will host a talk-show-style-storytelling roundtable discussion with some of your favorite personalities from our national parks.

Guy Harvey Facebook Live Sessions 3/27/21, 4/3/21, 4/10/21, 4/17/21, 4/24/21, 5/1/21, 5/8/21, 5/15/21, 5/22/21, 5/29/21

Guy Harvey Facebook Live Sessions
Saturday, 03/27/2021-05/29/2021, 11:00 am-11:45 am
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

World-renowned marine artist, conservationist, scientist and entrepreneur Dr. Guy Harvey continues to share his expeditions, insights of the sea and art techniques for families and communities through free online art sessions, discussions and educational videos with his daughter Jessica on Facebook Live.

To view the live sessions, visit Guy Harvey’s Facebook Page at 11 a.m. on Saturdays. Viewers who miss the live sessions can catch up at their convenience by clicking the “videos” tab to see all previous live streams.

Additional educational resources are available online through the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation‘s (GHOF) education page including Shark Talk: Let’s Talk About Sharks!, an educational workbook featuring entertaining stories, colorful artwork, ocean conservation activities and engaging games and quizzes available to download digitally at no cost; the complete collection of more than 30 free short videos, known as Jessica Harvey’s Expedition Notebook; and documentaries hosted by Dr. Harvey available to view on Amazon Prime.

For a complete list of educational resources, visit guyharvey.com/pages/ghof-education.

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals Throughout April 4/1/21, 4/8/21, 4/15/21, 4/22/21, 4/29/21

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals Throughout April
Thursday, 04/01/2021-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: Free

What/Who:
My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars throughout April for real estate professionals looking to grow their career and learn how to incorporate videos into their real estate marketing efforts.

Videos have become an integral part of selling real estate and engaging potential buyers. The April webinars will take real estate professionals through the steps of creating a video from start to finish, including choosing the setup, planning the video, filming, editing and promoting the finished product.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

“Lights, Camera, SOLD” Webinar Series:
Learn how to be a star in front of the camera and behind the scenes. By using My State MLS’s advice to create their own masterpieces, attendees can win prizes for best presentation, most informative and most entertaining video during the DAVE Awards on April 29.

April 1, 2–3 p.m. ET: Choosing Your Setup – David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.
April 8, 2–3 p.m. ET: Planning Your Video – Amanda Sternklar, marketing director for My State MLS, will be the moderator.
April 15, 2–3 p.m. ET: Filming and Editing – David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.
April 22, 2–3 p.m. ET: Promoting Your Masterpiece – Amanda Sternklar, marketing director for My State MLS, will be the moderator.
April 29, 2–3 p.m. ET: The DAVE Awards – David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for My State MLS, will be the moderator.

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

When:
Thursday, April 1 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, April 8 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, April 15 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, April 22 from 2–3 p.m. ET
Thursday, April 29 from 2–3 p.m. ET

Where:
Online. Participants will receive online directions with next steps after registering here.

Cost:
FREE

How:
Visit www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule to register.

About My State MLS
In 2009, Dawn Pfaff founded NY State MLS, a full multiple listings service (MLS) serving all 62 New York counties. Born from a desire to create a common-sense MLS solution, New York’s statewide Multiple Listing Service quickly garnered agents across the state, as well as nationwide attention and demand for the company’s services. In 2015, My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind, was created and today it has agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. LA State MLS debuted in October 2020. In addition to its MLSs, My State MLS’s services and products have expanded to include direct feeds to all major sites (Zillow, Trulia, Homes.com, Realtor.com and ListHub), international syndication, IDX feed, branded virtual tours, access to FIND, website design, private MLS administration and much more. For more information visit, www.mystatemls.com.

Passover Interfaith Seder 3/28/21

Passover Interfaith Seder
Sunday, 03/28/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Passover Interfaith Seder is welcoming all faiths to join a special 60-minute seder. The seder will be live-streamed on our website and on YouTube and Facebook @passoverinterfaithseder. The seder event will join a mosaic of people from all around the world, telling the story of freedom from oppression and reciting Passover key words and phrases. This Passover Interfaith Seder is designed to enliven, enlighten, and entertain people of all ages, faiths, and backgrounds. Be sure to join us!

Conversations at MOCA: Electric Tree with Mark Handforth and Adler Guerrier 3/24/2021

Conversations at MOCA: Electric Tree with Mark Handforth and Adler Guerrier
Wednesday, 03/24/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: Free

On March 24 at 7:00 p.m., MOCA will host “Conversations at MOCA: Electric Tree with Mark Handforth and Adler Guerrier,” virtually via Zoom. During the event, artists Mark Handforth and Adler Guerrier will speak about their art practice in the public realm. As artists who recently accomplished public art projects in North Miami, they will discuss their method of bringing a public art project to life. The conversation will take us through all the major steps of the process, from conceptual ideas to development and to working with curators, museums, and governmental agencies. Moderated by Dehja Carrington, she will drive the artists elaborate about their past, present, future projects and their process.

In addition to the conversation, MOCA will premiere Making of the Electric Tree, a short documentary produced by MOCA. The documentary highlights Mark Handforth’s journey to bring the Electric Tree public art project to north Miami.

Mark Handforth was born in Hong Kong in 1969 and grew up in England. He lives and works in Miami. Based in Miami for over 20 years, Mark Handforth is profoundly tied to the legacy of the 20th-century American avant-garde. He freely makes use of a formal vocabulary borrowed from Ready-Made, Minimalist, or Pop Art, which he confronts with an iconography often derived from the urban environment. He graduated from the Academy of Fine Art in Frankfurt and the Slade School of Fine Art in London. He is internationally acclaimed for his installations in the public spaces. His large-scale sculptures have been displayed in Central Park in New York, the Dallas Museum of Art, and the MCA in Chicago, and during the FIAC offsite event in Paris. Mark Handforth has also received public commissions from the cities of Paris (Porte de Bagnolet) and Zurich (Tessinerplatz).

Adler Guerrier was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and currently resides and works in Miami, FL, where he received a BFA at the New World School of the Arts. Guerrier recently had a solo exhibition at Perez Art Museum Miami, Miami, FL. He has exhibited work at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Miami, FL; The Bass Museum of Art, Miami, FL; Harn Musem of Art, Gainesville, FL; and The Whitney Biennial 2008. His works can be found in public collections, including the Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami, and the Studio Museum in Harlem, NY. His work has appeared in Art Forum, Art in America, The New York Times, and ARTNews.

Dejha Carrington is the Vice President of External Relations & Communications of National YoungArts Foundation, a national organization that empowers artists to pursue a life in the arts. Carrington Also co-founded Commissioner, a membership program dedicated to helping everyday people build their art collection with local artists. In addition to her leadership roles, Carrington has consulted for arts and cultural, social profits, private collections, cities, and global social responsibility initiatives, including the William John Kennedy Collection with The Warhol museum, the Renzo Piano Pavilion at Kimbell Art Museum, and the Medellin Biennial in Colombia. In 2015, Dejha co-created the public art installation NEWT: Experiments in Light, Color & Sound; and is a founding partner of FADE TO BLACK, one of the first and most celebrated platforms for artists of color during Art Basel Miami Beach week. A recognized media source and speaker on communications, arts advocacy, and cultural programming, Dejha was born and raised in Montreal. She is fluent in French and English and calls Miami her home.

Register Here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aAfyd_OEScevHDwW-n5eQw

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/871421187039146

PAMM Art of the Party 4/17/21

PAMM Art of the Party
Saturday, 04/17/2021-, 07:00 pm-
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Join cultural philanthropists, artists, civic leaders, and arts supporters for an unforgettable evening at Pérez Art Museum Miami’s largest fundraiser of the year, PAMM Art of the Party. This year, Art of the Party will feature both in-person and virtual event options.

Free Virtual Drop In Merengue Lessons 4/5/21

Free Virtual Drop In Merengue Lessons
Monday, 04/05/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

When was the last time you had a fun Monday night in?

Do you miss meeting new people and having great conversations?

Take our 1-Hour Dance class to see it’s still possible!

*We will to show you that even if you have “two left feet” you can dance!

*We partner you up in private video groups during the lesson to dance with awesome people from around the world!

*In a judgement free high energy 1-hour lesson you will find the confidence you never knew you had.

If you know how to walk we can teach you how to dance (and have a blast doing it!) It’s what we’re the best in the world at.

All you have to do is just show up and bring the one thing the world needs more of: You. We’ll take care of the rest!

Pompano Beach Arts Virtual Music Series Launches with Globally Renowned Artist 3/20/21

Pompano Beach Arts Virtual Music Series Launches with Globally Renowned Artist
Saturday, 03/20/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: 30

March 20, 2021 | 8pm EDT (GMT-4:00) Premiere: Dr. Ed Calle presents Mamblue Big Band, featuring an 18-piece band with vocalist Lisanne Lyons, hosted by Nestor Torres.

A little bit of Swing! A little bit of Latin Jazz! And a WHOLE lot of South Florida spice! Saxophonist Ed Calle is known for his extraordinary musical ability. His distinctive playing style has been heard on hundreds of recordings both as a sideman and soloist. In this outstanding livestreamed concert, he will perform songs from his acclaimed CD Mamblue accompanied by an 18-piece orchestra and vocalist Lisanne Lyons. This CD won him a Latin Grammy® Best Instrumental Album. Calle has appeared on Grammy®-Award winning albums by Frank Sinatra, Arturo Sandoval, Jon Secada and others and has performed around the world on stages with Gloria Estefan, Julio Iglesias, Rhianna and dozens more.

Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department is proud to introduce the Pompano Beach Arts Virtual Music Series featuring powerhouse performances by award-winning, globally-acclaimed artists. “We are thrilled to livestream these stylishly-produced 90-minute concerts from the Pompano Beach Cultural Center,” said Phyllis Korab, Cultural Affairs Director. “This series is a celebration of music, embracing global sounds and featuring performances by artists who have garnered a plethora of accolades during their stellar careers. We are proud to bring these phenomenal concerts to your home to share with your friends and family.”

The carefully curated series will provide a wealth of exciting music featuring a mix of genres including quintessential jazz, hip-swaying salsas and sambas, tropical influences, soul, Afro-Caribbean, pop, the Great American Song Book and much more. Grammy® Award-winning flutist Nestor Torres will host the first three concerts and popular D.J. Tamara G. of WLYF 101.5 will host the remaining shows. Single concert tickets are $30, a 3-concert package is $75, and a 6-concert package is $120. Concerts can be viewed up to two weeks after the premiere date. Learn more at http://pompanobeacharts.org/programs/music-series and purchase tickets at htp://ticketmaster.com.

Tickets https://www.ticketmaster.com/pompano-beach-arts-virtual-music-series-pompano-beach-florida-03-20-2021/event/0D005A6991CE92DA

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFNvawUI9o0

Courtesy of KCC Productions

Dan Tepfer in “Bach to the Future” 3/20/21

Dan Tepfer in “Bach to the Future”
Saturday, 03/20/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:30 pm
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Cost: $15

Dan Tepfer in “Bach to the Future”

On Saturday, March 20 at 8 PM EDT (GMT – 4:00), the astonishing pianistic and technological talent of Dan Tepfer will be on display as he follows the arc of J.S. Bach and his impact on modern jazz in “Bach to the Future,” an incredible journey. This concert, followed by a Meet & Greet with the artist, is being presented as an exclusive livestreamed experience.

Dan Tepfer is one of this generation’s most extraordinary and brilliant talents, earning an international reputation as a pianist-composer and AI innovator with wide-ranging ambition and individualism. By looking at his tour schedule, it’s impossible to predict what Dan will do next. He has performed around the world with some of the leading lights in jazz and classical music, spending a decade as sidekick to the late, legendary alto saxophonist, Lee Konitz, and then becoming a favored accompanist to soprano Renée Fleming.

Whether it is his extraordinary original and improvisational expressions of Bach’s Goldberg Variations or the ingenious intersection between science and art in Natural Machines, Dan Tepfer unfailingly thrills and astounds.

Dan Tepfer – Solo Piano
“Bach to the Future”
March 20, 2021 at 8 PM EDT
Plus, a live interactive Q&A with the Artist after the concert

Tickets: $15 at https://nadworks.ticketspice.com/dan-tepfer-bach-to-the-future-solo-piano
This livestream concert will be available for replay after the broadcast to all ticket holders for 360 days after the premier on March 20.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9k927Q7xV6I (Goldberg Variations #23)

Funding for this project is provided in part by the Broward County Board of
County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council.

Courtesy of KCC Productions

Citizenship 101: Info Session 2 3/18/21

Citizenship 101: Info Session 2
Thursday, 03/18/2021-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Our team of experts are going over all the documents you need to apply for citizenship at our second info session on Citizenship 101. We’ll be #LIVE on our Facebook page every Thursday, at 1 PM. Invite your family members, bring all your questions and see you there!

Mark your calendars for our upcoming sessions:
March 18th
March 25th
April 1st

Thank you to our partners for making this session possible: Hispanic Unity of Florida, Inc. (HUF) and Miami-Dade Public Library System. Call to register for Naturalization services or Citizenship classes: (954) 964-8884 ext. 266 or ext. 216.

Miami-Dade County is home to more than 1.45 million immigrants, making up more than half of our county’s population. In June of 2015, through the leadership of then Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, then Mayor Carlos Gimenez, the Florida Immigrant Coalition, Citi Community Development, and the Board of County Commissioners, the county leveraged its resources to educate aspiring Americans and provide free and low-cost services as part of a national effort, Cities for Citizenship. The first county in the nation to join this effort.
Created by resolution no. r-595-15 , The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade’s (ONA) is a county-wide initiative to assist our immigrant residents overcome any barriers on their path to full citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization and other immigration benefits to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Free Virtual Drop In Merengue Lessons! (Please visit site to register) 4/12/21

Free Virtual Drop In Merengue Lessons! (Please visit site to register)
Monday, 04/12/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

When was the last time you had a fun Monday night in?

Do you miss meeting new people and having great conversations?

Take our 1-Hour Dance class to see it’s still possible!

*We will to show you that even if you have “two left feet” you can dance!

*We partner you up in private video groups during the lesson to dance with awesome people from around the world!

*In a judgement free high energy 1-hour lesson you will find the confidence you never knew you had.

If you know how to walk we can teach you how to dance (and have a blast doing it!) It’s what we’re the best in the world at.

All you have to do is just show up and bring the one thing the world needs more of: You. We’ll take care of the rest!

When was the last time you had a fun Monday night in?

Do you miss meeting new people and having great conversations?

Take our 1-Hour Dance class to see it’s still possible!

*We will to show you that even if you have “two left feet” you can dance!

*We partner you up in private video groups during the lesson to dance with awesome people from around the world!

*In a judgement free high energy 1-hour lesson you will find the confidence you never knew you had.

If you know how to walk we can teach you how to dance (and have a blast doing it!) It’s what we’re the best in the world at.

All you have to do is just show up and bring the one thing the world needs more of: You. We’ll take care of the rest!

Free Virtual Drop In Merengue Lessons! (Please visit site to register) 4/19/21

Free Virtual Drop In Merengue Lessons! (Please visit site to register)
Monday, 04/19/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Website
Cost: FREE

When was the last time you had a fun Monday night in?

Do you miss meeting new people and having great conversations?

Take our 1-Hour Dance class to see it’s still possible!

*We will to show you that even if you have “two left feet” you can dance!

*We partner you up in private video groups during the lesson to dance with awesome people from around the world!

*In a judgement free high energy 1-hour lesson you will find the confidence you never knew you had.

If you know how to walk we can teach you how to dance (and have a blast doing it!) It’s what we’re the best in the world at.

All you have to do is just show up and bring the one thing the world needs more of: You. We’ll take care of the rest!

Free Virtual Drop In Merengue Lessons! (Please visit site to register) 4/26/21

Free Virtual Drop In Merengue Lessons! (Please visit site to register)
Monday, 04/26/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

When was the last time you had a fun Monday night in?

Do you miss meeting new people and having great conversations?

Take our 1-Hour Dance class to see it’s still possible!

*We will to show you that even if you have “two left feet” you can dance!

*We partner you up in private video groups during the lesson to dance with awesome people from around the world!

*In a judgement free high energy 1-hour lesson you will find the confidence you never knew you had.

If you know how to walk we can teach you how to dance (and have a blast doing it!) It’s what we’re the best in the world at.

All you have to do is just show up and bring the one thing the world needs more of: You. We’ll take care of the rest!

Funding Arts Broward Virtual Spring Annual Meeting to Feature Gold Coast Jazz Society’s Pam Dearden and Tim Ingham 3/23/21

Funding Arts Broward Virtual Spring Annual Meeting to Feature Gold Coast Jazz Society’s Pam Dearden and Tim Ingham
Tuesday, 03/23/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Funding Arts Broward (FAB), a nonprofit volunteer-based arts organization committed to supporting, sustaining, and enriching the arts in Broward County, will present its Spring Annual Meeting, virtually, on Tuesday, March 23, from noon – 1 p.m. The free program will be livestreamed via FAB’s YouTube channel (RSVP required) and will feature a FAB year-in-review presentation plus an address from special guest speakers and FAB grantee Gold Coast Jazz Society’s Tim Ingham and Pam Dearden. Entertainment will be provided by the Gold Coast Jazz Society.

Pam Dearden has served as executive director of the Gold Coast Jazz Society since 2004. With over 30 years of experience in arts management and arts administration, she has lent her talents and knowledge in the areas of business, education, outreach and grants to the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra, Florida’s Singing Sons Boychoir and The Opera Guild of Fort Lauderdale. Dearden is the recipient of numerous awards including the 2008 ArtServe Arts Administrator Award, the 1997 Encore Award for Individual Leadership in the Arts, the Cultural Foundation of Broward’s Star Award for volunteerism, and a “Women of Style and Substance” awardee. She has been affiliated with many professional and local civic organizations including American Symphony Orchestra League; Broward Cultural Council’s Arts in Education Committee; Broward County Music Teachers Association; Women’s Executive Club; past chair of the Cultural Executive Committee for the Broward Cultural Council; Cultural Foundation of Broward; National Society of Fund Raising Executives (NSFRE); National Association of the Teachers of Singing; past member of the Philharmonic Society and Opera Society among others.

Tim Ingham is the board president of the Gold Coast Jazz Society and has served the organization for more than 10 years in the areas of artistic programming, scholarship, development and marketing. He’s also president of the HI Foundation and a founding member of the Solarian Jazz Club. Ingham has also served as past trustee of Pine Crest School and on the board of the Broward Public Library Foundation. When not developing his musician skills, Ingham is busy in the media, real estate, investment and finance sectors as the chairman of American National Bank, as vice president of Asterisk, Inc. and as a board member of Hubbell Realty, Inc.

To RSVP for the Spring Annual Meeting, visit https://bit.ly/FABSpringLunch2021. To learn more about FAB including how to become a member or support the arts, visit www.fundingartsbroward.org or email fundingartsbroward@gmail.com.

About Funding Arts Broward (FAB)
Funding Arts Broward, (FAB) is a non-profit volunteer-based arts organization committed to preserving and cultivating the arts in Broward County, Florida. As leading arts ambassadors, FAB’s mission is to support, sustain and enrich the arts in our community. Since its inception in 2003, the organization has granted more than $3.6 million to local visual and performing arts programming. More information about FAB can be found at www.fundingartsbroward.org.

MADD Broward County to Host VIP Kick-Off Party for 10th Anniversary Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K 3/25/21

MADD Broward County to Host VIP Kick-Off Party for 10th Anniversary Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K on March 25, 2021
Thursday, 03/25/2021-, 06:00 pm-
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MADD Broward County is kicking off its 10th Annual UKG presents the UBS Financial Services Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K brought to you by Sheriff’s Foundation of Broward County with a virtual kick-off party on Thursday, March 25. Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K Founder and Chairperson Heather Geronemus will provide details about the event as well as explain MADD’s mission. Attendees will also learn how to work the RaceJoy app, and will learn from a mixologist how to create mocktails with La Croix. Money raised stays in this community to save lives and support victims of drunk driving.

All attendees will receive a virtual goodie bag delivered to their e-mail after the event that will include incentives from local restaurants, sporting goods stores and other unique giveaways. Attendees will also have a chance to win a few cool raffle prizes.

The 10th Annual UKG presents the UBS Financial Services Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K brought to you by Sheriff’s Foundation of Broward County will take place in-person on Sunday, April 25 at Huizenga Plaza in Fort Lauderdale and virtually at a location of the participant’s choice between Sunday, April 25 – Sunday, May 9.

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, for the in-person race, MADD is following all CDC guidelines including social distancing and timed start waves, and masks are to be worn at all times other than on the race course. The organization is monitoring updates from Broward County and public health officials and will continue to respond based on their guidelines.

Since it was launched in 2011, Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K has raised over $2.5 million, making it the most successful grassroots fundraiser in the history of Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

For more information about the 10th Anniversary Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5k visit www.walklikemadd.org/fortlauderdale.

When:
Thursday, March 25, 2021, 6:00 p.m.

Where:
Virtual. Participants will receive a link once they register.

Why:
To raise awareness and funds to stop drunk and drugged driving, support the victims of these violent crimes and prevent underage drinking.

Cost:
FREE

How:
To RSVP for the Virtual Kick-Off Party, visit http://bit.ly/MADDKickoff

ABOUT MADD
Founded by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is the nation’s largest nonprofit working to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking. MADD also supports drunk and drugged driving victims and survivors at no charge, serving one person every nine minutes through local MADD victim advocates and at 1-877-MADD-HELP. In South Florida, the chapter’s annual Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K has raised more than $2 million since 2011. MADD’s Broward and Palm Beach chapters facilitate hundreds of free events each year to educate youth and parents on the dangers and consequences of impaired driving. Learn more at www.madd.org or by calling 1-877-ASK-MADD.

Citizenship 101: Info Session 3 3/25/21

Citizenship 101: Info Session 3
Thursday, 03/25/2021-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

You won’t need to go through the journey of becoming a citizen alone! Our team of experts are going over the interview and exam process so you know exactly what to expect. Join our third info session on Citizenship 101 #LIVE on our Facebook page every Thursday at 1 PM. Invite your neighbors, bring your questions, and see you soon!

Mark your calendars for our upcoming sessions:
March 25th
April 1st

Thank you to our partners for making this session possible: Hispanic Unity of Florida, Inc. (HUF) and Miami-Dade Public Library System. Call to register for Naturalization services or Citizenship classes: (954) 964-8884 ext. 266 or ext. 216.

Miami-Dade County is home to more than 1.45 million immigrants, making up more than half of our county’s population. In June of 2015, through the leadership of then Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, then Mayor Carlos Gimenez, the Florida Immigrant Coalition, Citi Community Development, and the Board of County Commissioners, the county leveraged its resources to educate aspiring Americans and provide free and low-cost services as part of a national effort, Cities for Citizenship. The first county in the nation to join this effort.
Created by resolution no. r-595-15 , The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade’s (ONA) is a county-wide initiative to assist our immigrant residents overcome any barriers on their path to full citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization and other immigration benefits to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Spectral Sounds: The Real World in the Symphony, Part I 3/26/21

Spectral Sounds: The Real World in the Symphony, Part I
Friday, 03/26/2021-, 07:30 pm-10:30 pm
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Cost: FREE

Can you hear the birds chirping? We’re introducing a new series of streamed performances, curated by Horn Fellow Scott Leger and paired with an interactive online concert museum, that allows the audience to engage with music and sounds featured on the program. Part I will feature music that is inspired by birds.

Scott Leger is a second-year Horn Fellow at the New World Symphony. Mr. Leger is an active arranger and composer of music for horn, wind quintet and other instrumentations, with the explicit goal of finding compositional genres and styles that have eluded these ensembles and finding a way to make this music adaptable, in hopes to enhance both the repertoire of the ensemble and to also breathe new life into the music. Save the date for this #FREE virtual concert and set a reminder for Friday, March 26 at 7:30 PM ET!

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide.

Citizenship 101: Info Session 4 4/1/21

Citizenship 101: Info Session 4
Thursday, 04/01/2021-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

It’s time to start your journey to becoming a citizen and we’re here to help! Bring your questions, invite your family members, and join us for our final info session on Citizenship 101 #LIVE on our Facebook page on Thursday, April 1 at 1 PM. Set a reminder and see you soon!

Thank you to our partners for making this session possible: Hispanic Unity of Florida, Inc. (HUF) and Miami-Dade Public Library System. Call to register for Naturalization services or Citizenship classes: (954) 964-8884 ext. 266 or ext. 216.

Miami-Dade County is home to more than 1.45 million immigrants, making up more than half of our county’s population. In June of 2015, through the leadership of then Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, then Mayor Carlos Gimenez, the Florida Immigrant Coalition, Citi Community Development, and the Board of County Commissioners, the county leveraged its resources to educate aspiring Americans and provide free and low-cost services as part of a national effort, Cities for Citizenship. The first county in the nation to join this effort.
Created by resolution no. r-595-15 , The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade’s (ONA) is a county-wide initiative to assist our immigrant residents overcome any barriers on their path to full citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization and other immigration benefits to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Virtual Jazz at MOCA Featuring Melanie Charles 3/26/21

Virtual Jazz at MOCA Featuring Melanie Charles
Friday, 03/26/2021-, 07:00 pm-
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Cost: Free

On Friday, March 26 at 7:00 p.m., the Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) presents Melanie Charles in its third edition of Virtual Jazz at MOCA. Melanie Charles is a Brooklyn-born singer-songwriter and flutist of Haitian descent, with a creative fluidity spanning Jazz, soul, experimental, and Haitian roots music.

Viewers and their whole families do not have to leave the comfort of their homes to enjoy her sound.

Charles creates a space where tradition meets present time, using Roland SPs, loop pedals, and the flute to blur the lines between and among social classes, cultures, genders, and theories to create a world where opposing elements can co-exist. Her recent television appearances include Good Morning America, SNL, and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

Since the onset of COVID-19, MOCA suspended the Jazz at MOCA concert series due to health protocols. With the goal of ensuring the continuity of Jazz at MOCA, the museum will launch the program virtually, in partnership with WDNA Radio—South Florida’s premier jazz radio station. Hosted by WDNA’s Carter Jackson-Brown, the virtual series will feature the best of South Florida’s young and innovative musicians. The concert will take place virtually on the last Friday of every month at 7:00 p.m.

To watch live, guests may visit https://mocanomi.org/virtual-jazz-at-moca/

The program is free to attend.

A Safe Haven for Newborns Telethon 3/20/21

A Safe Haven for Newborns Telethon
Saturday, 03/20/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join A Safe Haven for Newborns on March 20, 2021 via livestream for a one-hour telethon to raise funds for the most vulnerable among us – the newborn infant. Monies raised will provide the much-needed assistance that expectant mothers need in their time of crisis.

Supporters can text SAFEHAVEN to 76278 during the telethon to pledge their donations. All monies raised will go to fund the numerous services A Safe Haven For Newborns offers the expectant young mothers before giving birth. The telethon, hosted by Emmy-nominated multimedia journalist and CBS4 News co-anchor, Lauren Pastrana, will feature an appearance by world-champion cheerleader and Netflix CHEER documentary star Gabi Butler.

The telethon is made possible by the generous support of sponsors, including Celia Lipton & Victor W. Farris Foundation, Libertore Fund for Children, Inc., Seones Levinson, Tom and Kathy Shannon Family Foundation, Miller Construction Company, Frank Watson, Coastal Construction, Baptist Health South Florida, Community News, and more.

Virtual Parkinsons Foundation Power Over Parkinsons Gala 5/5/21

Virtual Parkinsons Foundation Power Over Parkinsons Gala
Wednesday, 05/05/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: FREE

A virtual gala hosted by Willie Geist, Host of NBC News “Sunday TODAY with Willie Geist” and Co-Host of MSNBC’s “Morning Joe.” Gala includes a special toast and cooking demonstration led by renowned chef and author Aarón Sánchez. 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. EST. May 5. Free. Register online. Contact: 305-537-9957 Email: kdixon@parkinson.org. www.parkinson.org/events/2021/Virtual-Gala

Oboe Phantasy 3/21/21

Oboe Phantasy
Sunday, 03/21/2021-, 02:00 pm-04:30 pm
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Cost: $10

There’s no better way to spend your Sunday afternoon than with a concert at home! We’re welcoming back alumnus Jonathan Fischer, now Principal Oboe of the Houston Symphony, for an intimate concert of chamber music. Mr. Fischer has given master classes at the San Francisco Conservatory, Rice University, University of Michigan and the Texas Music Festival, and he enjoys coaching frequently at the New World Symphony. Wind down with a beautiful performance by NWS Fellows, get your tickets now and set a reminder for Sunday, March 21 at 2 PM ET!

Program:
Coleman : Red Clay and Mississippi Delta
Hanson : Pastorale
Husa : Divertimento
Britten : Phantasy Quartet
Mendelssohn : String Quartet No. 6

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide.

Live from our Living Room 3/22/21

Live from our Living Room
Monday, 03/22/2021-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

Join New World Symphony for Live from our Living Room, coming to you from the New World Center in Miami Beach, Florida! This series which features NWS Fellows performing live, informal chamber music concerts, began from their home in Miami Beach last March when the pandemic first struck. Each Live from our Living Room includes Fellow remarks and an opportunity to chat with the Fellows throughout the performances and ask any questions you may have. Stream the performance LIVE on the NWS Facebook page and set a reminder for Monday, March 22 at 7 PM ET!

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide.

AIRIE Asks: Elizabeth Withstandley 3/17/21

AIRIE Asks: Elizabeth Withstandley
Wednesday, 03/17/2021-, 01:00 pm-02:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join L.A.-based artist Elizabeth Withstandley, January’s AIRIE Fellow, for a conversation with Miami-based artist Adler Guerrier. They will discuss Withstandley’s experiences during her residency where she explored the identity of the Everglades through its stories, myths, legends, and truths. Check out her great take-over of our Instagram account during January at @airieverglades.
Zoom Webinar link will be emailed to registered participants on day of the event.

Rotary Club of Weston to Host 2021 Virtual Drawdown Raffle Presented by Acuderm 3/18/21

Rotary Club of Weston to Host 2021 Virtual Drawdown Raffle Presented by Acuderm
Thursday, 03/18/2021-, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm
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The Rotary Club of Weston will host its 2021 Virtual Drawdown Raffle on Thursday, March 18 for a chance to win the $10,000 grand prize. All proceeds will benefit the Rotary Club of Weston’s Student Scholarship Fund. Longtime sponsor Acuderm is serving as the Title Sponsor for the 2021 Virtual Drawdown Raffle.

In this raffle, it’s better to be last! There will be 400 tickets numbered from 1-400, and each ticket has a respective ticket in a raffle drum. The tickets will be randomly pulled, and the goal is to be the last number pulled. As numbers are pulled out, they are eliminated. The last five people can decide if they want to split the $10,000 prize or go for broke. As the last five are eliminated they can make that decision, but if they go for broke the only ping pong ball left will identify the winner of the $10,000 Grand Prize.

The Rotary Club of Weston will also be hosting its FHVlegal.com Golf Classic in April, which will also benefit the Student Scholarship Fund. As a continuation of its dedication to the local community, Fort Lauderdale-based Freedland Harwin Valori Ryan, PL (FHV), a consumer justice law firm, is once again serving as the Title Sponsor for the event.

The Rotary Club of Weston focuses its community service activities in the areas of “Services to Youth” (including education, scholarship and learning development) and “Services to Families in Need,” through volunteerism, the application of member skills, organizational resources, and fundraising activities and events. The Rotary Club of Weston meets at Weston Hills Country Club every Thursday at 7:30 a.m. for fellowship, breakfast, and an informative presentation from a guest speaker. To learn more visit www.westonrotary.com.

When:
Thursday, March 18 from 6:30–8 p.m.

Where:
Virtual. Participants will be emailed a link once they sign up.

Why:
To support the local community in raising funds that will go towards the Rotary Club of Weston’s Student Scholarship Fund.

Cost:
$100 per ticket

How:
To sign up for the 2021 Virtual Drawdown Raffle, visit www.westonrotarygolf.com.

Visit westonrotarygolf.com to sign up and for sponsorship information. If you have any additional questions, please email golf@westonrotary.com.

About Freedland Harwin Valori, PL
Freedland Harwin Valori, PL is a consumer justice law firm that has been involved in some of the nation’s most significant litigation. Its practice areas include medical malpractice, defective drugs and medical devices, nursing home negligence, birth injury, auto accidents, and premises liability. Freedland Harwin Valori’s main office is located at 110 SE Sixth St., #2300, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. Its Weston office is located at 2400 N. Commerce Parkway, #109, Weston, FL 33326. To reach Freedland Harwin Valori, call (954) 467-6400. For more information, visit www.fhvlegal.com.

Florida Talks: Black Florida & Voices of Change Webinar Series 4/8/21

Florida Talks: Black Florida & Voices of Change Webinar Series
Thursday, 04/08/2021-, 10:00 am-11:30 am
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Cost: Free

Join Virginia Key Beach Park Trust and the Florida Humanities in a Florida Talks virtual webinar series entitled, “Black Florida & Voices of Change.”

The webinar series will help educate, highlight and reflect on critical black Florida stories of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, Florida’s Lynching and the African Diaspora Experience.
Hosted by Mr. Guy Forchion, Executive Director of the Virginia Key Beach Park Trust, these stories are to unify rather than divide communities by highlighting our priorities of family, equal access, economic stability, and community.

Webinar Date & Title Include: 4/8/21- Strange Fruit in Florida presented by Dr. Tameka Hobbs
Florida’s painful history of racial violence, highlighted by civil rights activist Harry T. Moore’s
fight against lynching and the Ku Klux Klan that led to his death in a bombing of his home.
“Strange Fruit” refers to a song made famous by Billie Holiday about the lynching of African
Americans in the South.

For more information contact 305-960-4600 or email info@virginiakeybeachpark.net

Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) to Host “Girls Rule – Ignite Your Super Power” 3/31/21

Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) to Host “Girls Rule – Ignite Your Super Power”
Wednesday, 03/31/2021-, 03:00 pm-05:00 pm
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Junior Achievement of South Florida launches Girls Rule – one amazing initiative and two exciting virtual events that celebrate, empower, and inspire women and girls.

Girls Rule with Title Sponsor Comerica Bank and Presenting Sponsor Bluegreen Vacations, kicks off with The Girls Rule Launch Event on Tuesday, March 16, from noon-1:15 p.m. “We are bringing together today’s resilient and forward-thinking women together to connect around a common vision to transform and advance the world for future generations of women,” said Laurie Sallarulo, President & CEO.

The Launch Event is reserved for sponsors, their guests and supporters and will provide an intimate and real-life opportunity to network. Guests will be inspired by Kara Goldin, Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc. Her company is best known for its award-winning Hint® water, the leading unsweetened flavored water, with more than 150 employees and $150 million in sales. She also has a podcast and new book entitled, “Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters”.

On Wednesday, March 31, from 3-5 p.m. is the Girls Rule – Ignite Your Super Power Main Event that will connect hundreds of high school girls with powerful women. Students who might not have the opportunity to be influenced and mentored by strong women role models, will engage with inspiring and exciting keynote speakers, attend breakout sessions led by experienced women leaders paired with young female JA Alumni and receive a swag bag.

The event keynote speaker is Ari Chambers, a multi-media journalist, sports host, and social media manager based in New York City. Ari works for highlightHER and has grown its followers to over 70000 and is considered the fastest growing women’s sports platform. Her message: “Women’s Potential is Limitless”.

Breakout session topics will cover self-care, goal setting, financial wellness, self-invention, personal branding, making responsible choices, building positive relationships, self-acceptance, effective teamwork, the power of positivity and effective communication/public speaking.

“We are honored to serve as the title sponsor of Junior Achievement Girls Rule,” said Mo Corker, Comerica Bank Florida External Affairs Market Manager. “Historically, women have played a vital role in our country’s economic recovery and growth, which is why it is important that we invest in girls’ and women’s empowerment. Our bank is committed to equipping the leaders of tomorrow with the tools and money skills needed to navigate the increasingly complex financial landscape. Partnering with JA on this initiative, creates a path to economic freedom for girls who traditionally would not have access to these resources.”

Other Girls Rule partners include Bluegreen Vacations, CITY Furniture, Rick Case Automotive, Castle Group, JM Family Enterprises, Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Office Depot, Valley Bank, Jeni Kampeas Chokron, Laurie Sallarulo, Peter Woolf, Hoffman’s Chocolates, RCC Associates, Kaufman Rossin, KEMET Electronics, Chaisteli Insurance Group, Hotwire Communications, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital and Miller Construction Company.

In addition to sponsoring the event, women can join the Women Ignites Futures Movement, powered by CITY Furniture. For a donation of $50, women can submit a 2-minute video sharing their superpower, which will be shared on all social media platforms. For $100, they can also receive a copy of Kara’s book “Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters”.

For more information about Girls Rule, including sponsorship and facilitator opportunities, visit www.jasouthflorida.org/GirlsRule or contact Robyn Harper at (954) 979-7124 or Robyn@JASouthFlorida.org.

About Junior Achievement of South Florida
Junior Achievement of South Florida (JA) inspires and prepares youth to succeed in a global economy. JA provides real-world training in financial literacy including budgeting, spending, investing and the use of credit; offers cutting-edge skill-building opportunities that enable young people to explore meaningful, productive careers; teaches students how to start businesses; and introduces entrepreneurial values that strengthen workplaces. Last year, with the help of over 7,100 trained corporate and community volunteers, JA delivered over 20 various programs to almost 50,000 students in classrooms throughout Broward and south Palm Beach counties and at JA World Huizenga Center at the Lillian S. Wells Pavilion, a first-class facility housing JA BizTown and JA Finance Park. For more information about Junior Achievement of South Florida, visit www.JASouthFlorida.org. Follow JA on social media @jasouthflorida.

About Kara Goldin
Kara Goldin is the Founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint® water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. She has been named one of InStyle’s Badass 50, Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs, Fortune’s Most Innovative Women in Food & Drink and EY Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern California. The Huffington Post listed her as one of six disruptors in business, alongside Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg. Kara has successfully navigated the world of large companies and startups in many industries including media, tech and consumer products. In addition, she understands retail and direct to consumer well. She is an active speaker & writer and hosts the podcast The Kara Goldin Show where she interviews founders, entrepreneurs and other disruptors across various industries. Kara’s first book, Undaunted, published by Harper Leadership, was released in October 2020. She lives in the Bay Area. Follow Kara on all social handles @KaraGoldin

Pinecrest Gardens Presents JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl with Teen Piano Prodigy Joey Alexander 3/13/21

Pinecrest Gardens Presents JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl with Teen Piano Prodigy Joey Alexander
Saturday, 03/13/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: $15

Piano prodigy Joey Alexander is the next featured artist scheduled to perform at ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ at Pinecrest Gardens. At just 17 years old, the young musician has countless accolades under his belt, including a solo performance at the 58th Grammy Awards and a White House performance for the Obamas alongside Wayne Shorter and Esperanza Spalding, as well as an NPR Tiny Desk Concert and a Carnegie Hall debut.

Joining Alexander will be Ashley Pezzotti, a 24 year old graduate of the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music, whose jazz career is taking off. Pezzotti was the winner of the JazzMemes-hosted #WhatTheEllaChallenge, singing along to Alexander’s song, Someone to Watch Over Me. Pezzotti released her first studio album, We’ve Only Just Begun, in 2019.

Alexander’s upcoming virtual concert will broadcast live from the Banyan Bowl at Pinecrest Gardens at 8 p.m. EST on Saturday, March 13. The cost is $15 for an individual performance, with a generous portion of ticket sales being donated to World Central Kitchen. Tickets can be purchased online at www.pinecrestgardens.org/jazzaid.

The Joey Alexander Trio, Online from Miami 3/13/21

The Joey Alexander Trio, Online from Miami
Saturday, 03/13/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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A funny thing happened to Joey Alexander over the past five years, a whirlwind period during which he became the most brilliantly precocious talent in jazz history, the youngest musician ever nominated for a Grammy Award in a jazz category; and a media favorite who’s earned a profile on 60 Minutes, a front-page profile in the New York Times and other premier coverage. As a pianist, composer, and bandleader, Joey Alexander is enjoying one of the most ascendant careers in jazz, thanks to his mind-blowing technique, innate musical smarts, and ability to communicate irresistible joy. At the 2016 Grammy Awards, he played during both the pre-telecast and the primetime TV event. That same year, he also performed with Wayne Shorter and Esperanza Spalding for the Obamas at the White House, as part of a nationally televised International Jazz Day special. In 2018, he headlined Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Rose Theater with a 20-piece string section orchestrated and conducted by Grammy nominee Richard DeRosa. On October 18, 2019, he made his triumphant Carnegie Hall debut to a sold-out Zankel Hall crowd. Early on in his ascent, the trumpeter and Jazz at Lincoln Center leader Wynton Marsalis said that “there has never been anyone … who could play like that at his age.” Marsalis, who essentially “discovered” Alexander via his YouTube videos and invited him to New York, was spot-on in his assessment. And today, with his newest album release, “WARNA,” Joey Alexander continues to perform at the highest level. Joey will be joined by Special Guest vocalist from New York (and Miami native) Ashley Pezzotti

Details: Tix and info: $15 at http://pinecrestgardens.org/jazzaid Saturday March 13, 2021 at 8:00 PM (20:00) Eastern US time (GMT – 5:00)

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Sq2AMSS5qk&feature=youtu.be

Learn How to Prepare Corned Beef with Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants Chef Stephen Puhr on the St. Patrick’s Day Edition of Cooking with The Galleria 3/16/21

Learn How to Prepare Corned Beef with Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants Chef Stephen Puhr on the St. Patrick’s Day Edition of Cooking with The Galleria
Tuesday, 03/16/2021-, 02:00 pm-02:30 pm
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Cost: Free, Facebook Live Event

May the luck and taste of the Irish be with you! Join Chef Stephen Puhr of Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants as he shows you how to prepare and enjoy traditional Corned Beef, in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, on the next Cooking with The Galleria free virtual tutorial series on Facebook Live, Tuesday, March 16, at 2 p.m. Two special meals – Corned Beef and Cabbage and Corned Beef Sliders – will be available for dine-in, only, on St. Patrick’s (March 17). One segment viewer will be selected to receive a special gift from The Spice Lab, now open at The Galleria across from Bath & Body Works.

Chef Stephen Puhr discovered his unshakable passion for cooking and warm hospitality at the tender age of 15 while working in a small pizzeria on the south side of Chicago. As a graduate of Chicago’s Le Cordon Bleu, Puhr landed his first position as executive chef for Redstone American Grill at the age of 26. Puhr went on to serve as the Luxury Suite chef for the Utah Jazz, as well as lending his talents to the 2002 Winter Olympics. In 2012, Puhr joined the Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants team, where, today, his role as senior area culinary operations manager has him overseeing scratch kitchens at 10 Cooper’s Hawk locations.

Launched last year during the COVID-19 quarantine, Cooking with The Galleria has successfully entertained hundreds of thousands in the local community. Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants is the newest tasteful addition to the series. Previous instructional cooking segments have featured Chef Puhr preparing Filet Medallions and Parmesan Crusted Lobster Tails and Season’s 52 Chef Elvis Bravo serving-up delicious dishes including Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops, Bone-in, Dry-rubbed Pork Chop, Maryland Style Lump Crab Cakes, Seafood Paella, Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi, Shrimp and Grits, Carne Asada Fajitas and Signature Blackened Mahi Tacos. These archived recorded livestream demonstrations can be found at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is currently open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Thursday, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. It continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines. Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants is open and taking reservations via phone at (754) 755-9463 and online. Seasons 52, The Capital Grille and P.F. Chang’s are also offering full-service dining and take-out. Blue Martini is open, as well. Please visit www.galleriamall-fl.com/current-updates-due-to-covid-19.

For additional upcoming virtual events and information about The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, please visit facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale. Patrons may also call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

Conversations at MOCA: Craig Coleman aka VARLA with Pepe Mar and Mark Holt 3/10/21

Conversations at MOCA: Craig Coleman aka VARLA with Pepe Mar and Mark Holt
Wednesday, 03/10/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Join artist Pepe Mar and filmmaker Mark Holt as they discuss their work and connection to the late Miami artist and drag performer Craig Coleman aka VARLA. Moderated by Kevin Arrow, MOCA Exhibition and Project Manager.

The panelists will explore art history, creativity, and drag performance culture within Miami Beach through artwork and video presentations, including excerpts from Gigantic Bitch and Nightmare at Karaoke by Mark Holt. The panel will also examine Coleman’s life in the late 1980s and early 1990s as the legendary drag performer that influenced Miami Beach’s creative renaissance. Through their examination, the audience will learn the story of this influential but overlooked artist who passed away at a very young age but has a lasting cultural legacy in the city.

The event is virtual via Zoom. To register, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81503038010

SMDCAC Presents Indie Flicks: Narrowsburg 4/11/21

SMDCAC Presents Indie Flicks: Narrowsburg
Sunday, 04/11/2021-04/14/2021, 12:00 am-11:59 pm
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Cost: Free; registration required

In 1999, small town Narrowsburg, NY was poised to become the “Sundance of the East”—or so Jocelyne and Richard Castellano would have local residents believe. The organizers of the Narrowsburg Film Festival—a glamorous French film producer and her mafioso-turned-actor husband—promise to revitalize the town through film. As the duo secures local investment in a feature film production and convinces locals they can become stars, the stage is set for a stranger-than-fiction tale of Hollywood dreams, deceit and delusions.

The discussion and Q&A will feature Director and Producer Martha Shane.

Random Questions with Larry Fields: Dana Mauro 4/13/21

Random Questions with Larry Fields: Dana Mauro
Tuesday, 04/13/2021-, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

Audiences are raving, “Move over cat videos. There’s a new time waster in town.”

Just as the title suggests the show is a fun, off-the-wall take on a talk show based around a series of rapid-fire random questions.

Guests are all Fantasy Theatre Factory alumni—both past and present, featuring performers, directors, designers, etc.—all the kinds of people who make FTF possible. This is our way of celebrating our great and talented artists both on stage and off—and it’s a gig in the pandemic!

This episode features Fantasy Theatre Factory cast member Dana Mauro!

Thank you to our Sponsors: The Miami Dade County Division of Cultural Affairs, Broward County Cultural Division of Affairs, Funding Arts Broward, National Endowment for the Arts

Stravinsky in America 3/13/21

Stravinsky in America
Saturday, 03/13/2021-, 07:30 pm-10:30 pm
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Cost: $20.

We can never get enough of Stravinsky! We’re continuing our examination of Stravinsky, this time focusing on his neoclassical era spent in America. Conductor and NWS alum Joshua Gersen will be taking the stage with NWS Fellows! Get your tickets now to witness an awe-inspiring performance and set a reminder for Saturday, March 13 at 7:30 PM ET!
Program:

Stravinsky : Mvt I from Concerto in D
Stravinsky : Mvt II and III from Symphony in Three Movements
Dahl : Mvt I from Concerto a tre
Stravinsky : Mvt III from Piano Serenade
Stravinsky : Mvts II and III from Septet
Stravinsky : Dumbarton Oaks

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide.

Immunizing Your Relationships Against COVID Stress (Free Webinar) 3/10/21

Immunizing Your Relationships Against COVID Stress (Free Webinar)
Wednesday, 03/10/2021-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: Free with registration

For over a year now, COVID-19 has been negatively impacting many aspects of our lives, including our relationships.

For some, relationships were their primary way of coping with everyday life. For others, however, relationships were a pre-existing source of stress.

At Albizu University’s Miami Campus, we’re known for our intensive focus on high-level psychology. Whether you’re worried about relating to a significant other, family member or even a coworker, our psychologists and counselors can show you how to cope with the pandemic’s impact on all of your relationships.

Join us for a free, one-hour webinar with Albizu University’s top professors to learn some new relationship repair skills!

The event will explore the relationship conflict process, from what happens to our bodies physiologically during an argument, to differences and psychosocial influences among age groups in how we relate to one another.

Albizu professor and neuropsychologist Dr. Isaac Tourgeman will moderate the program, which will also explain how therapy can help you, and give suggestions on how to find a therapist who best fits your needs.

Virtual Hangout: High School Hindsight 3/10/21

Virtual Hangout: High School Hindsight
Wednesday, 03/10/2021-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

NWS Fellows share things they wish they’d known in high school before pursuing a career in music. Virtual Hangouts are for middle- and high-school musicians who want to chat online in real-time with New World Symphony Fellows. During the hangouts, Fellows discuss relevant classical music topics and answer audience questions. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 10th at 6 PM ET and tune in #LIVE on our Facebook page, website, or YouTube channel!

Virtual Hangouts are part of NWS Connect.

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide.

“Inside the Business of the NFL” Virtual Panel 3/25/21

“Inside the Business of the NFL” Virtual Panel
Thursday, 03/25/2021-, 07:30 pm-09:00 pm
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Cost: Wharton Alumni Club of South Florida Members: Free; Non-Members: $45

On March 25, Michael Lombardi and AJ Vaynerchuk will participate in the “Inside the Business of the NFL” virtual panel brought to you by the University of Pennsylvania Wharton Alumni Club of South Florida, MLE Law and SportsEpreneur. The panel will be moderated by Michael Elkins, founder of MLE Law and host of “Quarter Four” podcast.

Lombardi is a former NFL general manager and three-time Super Bowl-winning executive, after thirty years working for the New England Patriots, San Francisco 49ers, the Oakland Raiders, and the Cleveland Browns. He writes a column for The Athletic and hosts his own podcast, “The GM Shuffle.” Lombardi is also the author of Gridiron Genius where he provides the blueprint that makes a successful organization click and win, and the mistakes unsuccessful organizations make that keep them on the losing side.

Vaynerchuk is the Co-CEO of VaynerSports and oversees the company’s entire operation. In 2009, prior to founding VaynerSports, he and his brother Gary started VaynerMedia, an advertising agency. While working on VaynerMedia, Vaynerchuk was an active angel investor, counting Uber and Venmo as successful startups in his portfolio. He is currently a proud board member of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation.

The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is the business school of the University of Pennsylvania, a private Ivy League university in Philadelphia. Established in 1881, the Wharton School is the world’s oldest collegiate school of business and today has more than 90,000 active alumni worldwide.

Throughout the virtual panel, Lombardi and Vaynerchuk will discuss how lessons from the National Football League apply to the modern business world, including building culture, decision making, hiring, contract negotiation, creative thought processes and more.

For those interested in attending the virtual panel, tickets can be purchased at www.whartonsouthfla.com/business_of_the_nfl.

When:
Thursday, March 25
Wharton Alumni Club Members Networking: 7:00–7:25 p.m.
Panel Discussion for all attendees: 7:30–9:00 p.m.

Where:
Virtual. Attendees will be emailed a link once they purchase a ticket.

Cost:
Wharton Alumni Club of South Florida Members: Free
Non-Members: $45

How:
To sign up or purchase tickets, visit www.whartonsouthfla.com/business_of_the_nfl.

About The University of Pennsylvania Wharton Alumni Club of South Florida
The Wharton Club of South Florida provides education and networking opportunities for the 2000 alumni that live or work in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. We are one of the largest and most active business school alumni networks in South Florida. Many of our events, including the “Inside the Business of the NFL” event, are open to non-Wharton affiliated guests as we seek to educate and network with leaders throughout our community.

About MLE Law
MLE Law is a full-service labor and employment law firm that uses modern technology to give businesses, individuals and municipalities a legal experience that is efficient, transparent and price-predictable. It is located at 633 S. Andrews Ave. Suite 500, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301. For more information, visit mlelawfirm.com or call (954) 401-2608.

About SportsEpreneur
SportsEpreneur is a media platform that exists to drive entrepreneurs to pursue “amazing” through content, execution, and community. It lives at the intersection of sports, life, and business. SportsEpreneur was founded on the idea that business and sports relate. The best way we can connect the two is by telling stories— sports stories that tie into being an entrepreneur and can show you new ways to improve your business. SportsEpreneur is the content platform of KazSource, Inc. KazSource is comprised of an insurance group, a content marketing agency (KazCM.com) and the content platform, SportsEpreneur.com.

How to Build a Digital Resume and Interview in the Digital World 3/16/21

How to Build a Digital Resume and Interview in the Digital World
Tuesday, 03/16/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free

On Tuesday, March 16th at Noon, Let’s Make Lemonade (an AAF South Florida education series) presents a panel of experts talking candidly about how to put your best foot forward while looking for employment in our digital world. A little more about our speakers:

Eli Rodriguez:

Eli is a dynamic, strategic, and innovative HR and Talent Acquistion leader. He is passionate about people, and for over 15 years, has changed people’s lives by connecting them with new career adventures. He was recently featured in Business Insider’s: “Top 13 Advertising Recruiters to Know Right Now”.

Eli is currently the Director, Human Resources & Talent at Zimmerman Advertising. In the past, he’s served as Sr. Talent Advisor of Campus Recruiting with Raymond James, and prior to that as an HR Business Partner & Talent Advisor with ADP, Starlite Media, and INROADS.

Josie Gonzalez:

Jozie, a South Florida native, is currently working at Telemundo Enterprises in Miami, Florida as a Talent Acquisition Recruiter. In the past, she was a Corporate Recruiter for a large Omnicom advertising agency. She has recruited people for all roles ranging from Research, Data Analytics, Media Planning, Account Management, and Studio Production. She has been with NBCUniversal, Telemundo Enterprises for a year now. Last but not least, she is a board member of the Advertising Production Club of New York; a non-profit organization.

Natalya Spicker:

Natalya is an award-winning talent acquisition expert with over a decade’s worth of experience within staffing, creative and technology industries, She currently leads the Growth and Partnerships division for the internationally acclaimed social impact startup, SheWorks, a global talent platform that leverages technology to close diversity and inclusion gaps.

Natalya sits on the board of the American Advertising Federation of Miami as their Membership Chair, where she has helped impact South Florida’s creative ecosystem by driving funds, awareness and support through programs such as the ADDY Awards, and the Creative Futures Scholarships.

Register for FREE here: https://web.cvent.com/event/748f9cf2-bfab-48f7-aabc-0417975ffd22/summary

Stravinsky in Paris 3/6/21

Stravinsky in Paris
Saturday, 03/06/2021-, 07:30 pm-10:30 pm
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Cost: $20.

Picture it: You’re in Paris during the 1920s and witnessing Igor Stravinsky’s latest composition! At our next virtual concert, we’re taking you back in time with the classic ragtime and jazz that influenced this incredible musician. Conducting Fellow Chad Goodman and the NWS Fellows have a beautiful virtual concert for you. Set a reminder for Saturday, March 6 at 7:30 PM ET and get your tickets as soon!

Program:
Lisle : Le Marseillaise
Stravinsky : Madrid
Gade : Jalousie
Stravinsky : Three Dances from L’Histoire du soldat
Joplin : The Easy Winners
Stravinsky : Ragtime
Europe : Castle House Rag
Ravel : Mvt II from Violin Sonata No. 2
Stravinsky : Infernal Dance from The Firebird
L. Boulanger : D’un matin du printemps
Milhaud : La création du monde

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide.

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Kingsley Guy on March 11 at Noon 3/11/21

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Featuring Kingsley Guy on March 11 at Noon
Thursday, 03/11/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free, live interactive Zoom

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will feature writer Kingsley Guy on the next March 11 noon segment of its “Meet the Author,” interactive Zoom series. The new free series takes place on the second Thursday of each month.

Guy is author of Piercing the Veil: A Skeptical Journalist Discovers Unseen Worlds (ttlharmony Publishing). During this special engagement, he will discuss his deeply personal and engrossing memoir of mystifying events and mystical experiences that brought deep and profound meaning to his life – after he had all but given up hope. Viewers may register at http://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthorGuy.

Kingsley Guy was employed by South Florida’s Sun Sentinel newspaper for 30 years, including 23 as editorial page editor. During his career, he had assignments in the Middle East, India, Russia, and China, and conversed with hundreds of prominent newsmakers, including John McCain, Hillary Clinton, John Glenn, Mikhail Gorbachev, and Madeleine Albright. He has been a frequent guest on radio and television. Before Piercing the Veil: A Skeptical Journalist Discovers Unseen Worlds, the winner of a prestigious Nautilus Book Award, he wrote the critically acclaimed novel, Queen of the Heavens, set in ancient Egypt. Both books are Amazon #1 Bestsellers and are available on Amazon in print and e-book form.

Kingsley Guy joins Donn R. Colee, Jr. as part of History Fort Lauderdale’s prestigious “Meet the Author” series, a chance to converse with South Florida-based writers, launched in February. The April 8 edition will feature John Bailey, author of A New River Runs Through It. Upcoming novelists will be announced.

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

In compliance with local and state health guidelines, visitors to History Fort Lauderdale will be required to wear a mask, have a digital temperature reading and practice safe social distancing of six feet apart. Hand sanitizer will be available at the front desk admission point and all surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned multiple times a day, per CDC guidelines. Additionally, guests will be asked to sign-in, daily, for contact tracing.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FLLhistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live 3/6/21

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live
Saturday, 03/06/2021-, 09:00 am-11:00 am
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Cost: FREE

Calling all yogis! Stay grounded and join the New World Symphony for our Yoga Mornings at the New World Center, our monthly community vinyasa yoga series presented by Jackson Health System. To maintain the safest environment for patrons, all Yoga Mornings will be offered online via the NWS Facebook page until further notice. All NWS Yoga Mornings take place from 9AM – 10AM on the days listed below.

Upcoming NWS Yoga Mornings:
Saturday, March 6
Saturday, April 3
Saturday, May 15

This free event is suitable for all levels. No advance purchase required. Make sure to have plenty of space, a yoga mat, your favorite juice, or anything else you’d like to help you get the most out of this experience. For additional information, call the New World Symphony Box Office at 305.673.3331.

We love hearing from you. Share your Yoga Mornings experience using the hashtag #NWSYogaMornings!

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide.

The 28th Annual Planned Giving Council of Broward Symposium Explores Next Generation Success & Philanthropy 5/12/21

The 28th Annual Planned Giving Council of Broward Symposium Explores Next Generation Success & Philanthropy
Wednesday, 05/12/2021-, 09:30 am-
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The Planned Giving Council of Broward (“PGC”) announced its 2021 annual Symposium, “Next Generation Success & Philanthropy,” A Conversation About Generational Wealth: What Inspires The Next Generation to Give. This special event will highlight the philosophies and trends of the next generation of donors and explore how their views will impact charitable giving.

The PGC Symposium will be held on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, virtually. An estimated 100 professional advisors, planned giving professionals and nonprofit professionals usually gather for networking and breakfast. However, this year will feature a new virtual and engaging platform to accommodate an exciting conversation on the future of charitable giving. For more information, please visit: https://www.pgcbroward.org/symposium

To learn more about the PGC Symposium, contact event chairs Katie Masucci at Katie.Masucci@cancer.org or Jessica Triana Jessica.Triana@cancer.org.

100 Years of Piazzolla,The Soul of New Tango 3/12/21

100 Years of Piazzolla,The Soul of New Tango
Friday, 03/12/2021-, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

The Koubek Center at Miami Dade College (MDC) will celebrate Argentine musician, composer, and bandleader Astor Piazzolla’s 100th birthday with a tribute to his music and its enduring legacy at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 12. 100 Years of Piazzolla, The Soul of New Tango is a virtual event and will feature renditions of some of Piazzolla’s classics by a superb cast of musicians spread out throughout the Americas, and the trailer of the biographical film “The Years of the Shark.” This event is free and open to the public.

El Koubek Center del Miami Dade College (MDC) celebrará el centenario del músico, compositor y director musical argentino Astor Piazzolla con un homenaje a su obra y su legado a las 8 p.m. el viernes 12 de marzo. 100 Años de Piazzolla, El Alma del Nuevo Tango es un evento virtual que ofrecerá nuevas interpretaciones de clásicos de Piazzolla a cargo de un magnífico elenco de músicos, participando desde varios lugares del continente americano, y el tráiler de la película biográfica “Los años del tiburón”.

DACA Information Series 3/17/21

DACA Information Series
Wednesday, 03/17/2021-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

Join us for our upcoming information session LIVE on our Facebook page to learn about everything you’ll need to apply for DACA! Share this with a friend, family, or neighbor who would be interested. Interpretation in Spanish and Creole available. Escuche en español. Tande an Kreyòl. Mark your calendars for Wednesdays, at 1 PM. Bring your questions!

Upcoming Sessions:
March 17th
March 24th
March 31st

Looking to serve the community? Become a DACA volunteer for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave a positive impact on thousands of immigrant youth and families in Miami currently protected by the program. Sounds like something you want to be a part of? Send us an email or message us on social media today!

A big thanks to our partners: American Immigration Lawyers Association of South Florida and Central Florida, Americans for Immigrant Justice, Catholic Legal Services, Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), and Dade Legal Aid.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

CREW Miami presents: Retail Realities: Leasing & Landlording in the Age of COVID 3/10/21

CREW Miami presents: Retail Realities: Leasing & Landlording in the Age of COVID
Wednesday, 03/10/2021-, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
RSVP / Register
Cost: Complimentary for Members and Nonmembers

Join CREW Miami (Commercial Real Estate Women Miami) to learn about the current state of the retail market, the effect of the pandemic on landlords and tenants and how they have had to adapt. A panel of experts will start off with a leasing update and the latest in retailer expansions and bankruptcies followed by a deep dive into COVID-related topics including: rent collections strategies; newfangled lease clauses; and the characteristics of new deals being inked.

In-person attendees will have the opportunity to tour the building during the networking session. Capacity is limited. No food or beverage will be provided for this event.

Registration:
Complimentary for Members and Nonmembers

Location: Zoom
Please check your registration confirmation email for Zoom details

DACA Information Series 3/31/21

DACA Information Series
Wednesday, 03/31/2021-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

Join us for our upcoming information session LIVE on our Facebook page to learn about everything you’ll need to apply for DACA! Share this with a friend, family, or neighbor who would be interested. Interpretation in Spanish and Creole available. Escuche en español. Tande an Kreyòl. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 31st at 1 PM. Bring your questions!

Looking to serve the community? Become a DACA volunteer for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave a positive impact on thousands of immigrant youth and families in Miami currently protected by the program. Sounds like something you want to be a part of? Send us an email or message us on social media today!

A big thanks to our partners: American Immigration Lawyers Association of South Florida and Central Florida, Americans for Immigrant Justice, Catholic Legal Services, Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), and Dade Legal Aid.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Free Virtual DACA Clinic 3/26/21

Free Virtual DACA Clinic
Friday, 03/26/2021-, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

Applying for DACA? You don’t have to go through this process alone! We are providing free assistance for first-time applicants, and our team of professionals will be able to answer any questions you may have. To be scheduled for a clinic, call 305-573-1106 ext. 1400 or register online here: bit.ly/ONADACAApp.

Upcoming Session:
March 26th

Looking to serve the community? Become a DACA volunteer for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave a positive impact on thousands of immigrant youth and families in Miami currently protected by the program. Sounds like something you want to be a part of? Send us an email or message us on social media today!

We are proud to partner with Catholic Legal Services, fwd.us, Southern Poverty Law Center, American Immigration Lawyers Association of South Florida, Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade, and United We Dream to provide these free virtual DACA clinics.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

DACA Information Series 3/10/21

DACA Information Series
Wednesday, 03/10/2021-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
Website
Cost: FREE

Join us for our upcoming information session LIVE on our Facebook page to learn about everything you’ll need to apply for DACA! Share this with a friend, family, or neighbor who would be interested. Interpretation in Spanish and Creole available. Escuche en español. Tande an Kreyòl. Mark your calendars for Wednesdays, at 1 PM. Bring your questions!

Upcoming Sessions:
March 10th
March 17th
March 24th
March 31st

Looking to serve the community? Become a DACA volunteer for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave a positive impact on thousands of immigrant youth and families in Miami currently protected by the program. Sounds like something you want to be a part of? Send us an email or message us on social media today!

A big thanks to our partners: American Immigration Lawyers Association of South Florida and Central Florida, Americans for Immigrant Justice, Catholic Legal Services, Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), and Dade Legal Aid.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Free Virtual DACA Clinic 3/12/21

Free Virtual DACA Clinic
Friday, 03/12/2021-, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Website
Cost: FREE

Applying for DACA? You don’t have to go through this process alone! We are providing free assistance for first-time applicants, and our team of professionals will be able to answer any questions you may have. To be scheduled for a clinic, call 305-573-1106 ext. 1400 or register online here: bit.ly/ONADACAApp.

Upcoming Sessions:
March 12th
March 26th

Looking to serve the community? Become a DACA volunteer for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave a positive impact on thousands of immigrant youth and families in Miami currently protected by the program. Sounds like something you want to be a part of? Send us an email or message us on social media today!

We are proud to partner with Catholic Legal Services, fwd.us, Southern Poverty Law Center, American Immigration Lawyers Association of South Florida, Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade, and United We Dream to provide these free virtual DACA clinics.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

DACA Information Series 3/3/21

DACA Information Series
Wednesday, 03/03/2021-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: FREE

Join us for our upcoming information session LIVE on our Facebook page to learn about everything you’ll need to apply for DACA! Share this with a friend, family, or neighbor who would be interested. Interpretation in Spanish and Creole available. Escuche en español. Tande an Kreyòl. Mark your calendars for Wednesdays, at 1 PM. Bring your questions!

Upcoming Sessions:
March 3rd
March 10th
March 17th
March 24th
March 31st

Looking to serve the community? Become a DACA volunteer for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave a positive impact on thousands of immigrant youth and families in Miami currently protected by the program. Sounds like something you want to be a part of? Send us an email or message us on social media today!

A big thanks to our partners: American Immigration Lawyers Association of South Florida and Central Florida, Americans for Immigrant Justice, Catholic Legal Services, Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), and Dade Legal Aid.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Florida Talks: Black Florida & Voices of Change Webinar Series 3/11/21

Florida Talks: Black Florida & Voices of Change Webinar Series
Thursday, 03/11/2021-, 10:00 am-11:30 am
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Cost: Free

Join Virginia Key Beach Park Trust and the Florida Humanities in a Florida Talks virtual webinar series entitled, “Black Florida & Voices of Change.”

The webinar series will help educate, highlight and reflect on critical black Florida stories of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, Florida’s Lynching and the African Diaspora Experience.

Hosted by Mr. Guy Forchion, Executive Director of the Virginia Key Beach Park Trust, these stories are to unify rather than divide communities by highlighting our priorities of family, equal access, economic stability, and community.

Webinar Date & Title Include:

3/11/21- Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Comes to Life presented by Ersula k. Odom
Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune (1875–1955) was the founder of Bethune-Cookman University. She served as a New Deal government official—in one of the 20 highest-level offices held by women in the administration, and the highest held by an African American woman; was founder of FDR’s “black cabinet;” served as president of the National Association of Colored Women; and founded and served as president of the National Council of Negro Women.

Virtual Jazz at MOCA: Jean Caze Sextet 2/26/21

Virtual Jazz at MOCA: Jean Caze Sextet
Friday, 02/26/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Date/Time: Friday, February 26, 7-8:00 p.m.
Details: The ever worldly and charming Jean Caze has emerged as one of today’s most beautiful new voices in jazz. Jean’s experience includes having performed with legendary artists including Herbie Hancock, Aretha Franklin, Michael Bublé, Mariah Carey, Al Jarreau, Roy Hargrove, Arturo Sandoval, and George Duke.

Growing up in Queens, New York, Haitian-American Jean Caze began playing the trumpet at age nine and went on to be awarded numerous scholarships while attending some of the country’s top musical institutions, including the Julliard Music Advancement Program, where he received his first formal training and the Queens College Center for Preparatory Studies in Music program.

Jean’s diverse musical abilities won him numerous awards and recognition, including a free trumpet from VH1’s Save the Music program while in Junior High School, and the opportunity to perform with the elite GRAMMY High School Jazz Band during the 2000 GRAMMY Awards ceremony. In his senior year, Caze made his debut on national television, performing with the legendary rock group “Chicago” live on NBC from Rockefeller Center.
To watch live, visit https://mocanomi.org/virtual-jazz-at-moca/
Cost: Free.

Random Questions with Larry Fields: Ricky J. Martinez 3/2/21

Random Questions with Larry Fields: Ricky J. Martinez
Tuesday, 03/02/2021-, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

Audiences are saying “What is this?” “Why’s this on my news feed?” and “Where am I?”

Just as the title suggests the show is a fun, off-the-wall take on a talk show based around a series of rapid-fire random questions. Guests are all FTF alumni—both past and present, featuring performers, directors, designers, etc.—all the kinds of people who make FTF possible.

This episode features a Miami industry favorite and award-winning director Ricky J. Martinez!
This show is our way of celebrating our great and talented artists both on stage and off—and it’s a gig in the pandemic!

Random Questions is 1 hour long and will broadcast live on Facebook and YouTube at 8pm on Tues. March. 2nd.
facebook.com/ftfshows

Sponsored by: Miami Dade County Division of Cultural Affairs, Broward County Cultural Division of Affairs, Funding Arts Broward, National Endowment for the Arts

Free Virtual DACA Clinia 2/26/21

Free Virtual DACA Clinia
Friday, 02/26/2021-, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Website
Cost: FREE

Applying for DACA? You don’t have to go through this process alone! We are providing free assistance for first-time applicants, and our team of professionals will be able to answer any questions you may have. To be scheduled for a clinic, call 305-573-1106 ext. 1400 or register online here: bit.ly/ONADACAApp.

Upcoming Sessions:
February 26th
March 12th
March 26th

Looking to serve the community? Become a DACA volunteer for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave a positive impact on thousands of immigrant youth and families in Miami currently protected by the program. Sounds like something you want to be a part of? Send us an email or message us on social media today!

We are proud to partner with Catholic Legal Services, fwd.us, Southern Poverty Law Center, American Immigration Lawyers Association of South Florida, Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), The Office of New Americans of Miami-Dade, and United We Dream to provide these free virtual DACA clinics.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Pinecrest Gardens Presents ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ with musical prodigy Grace Kelly 2/27/21

Pinecrest Gardens Presents ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ with musical prodigy Grace Kelly
Saturday, 02/27/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: $15 OR $40/remaining 3 shows

Determined to keep the music alive this season, Pinecrest Gardens, South Florida’s Cultural Arts Park, is hosting ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ to help feed America and bring jazz masters to the homes and hearts of viewers nationwide. Saxophonist, singer and composer Grace Kelly is the next featured artist scheduled to perform in the concert series. At just 28, Kelly already has 13 acclaimed albums and has performed with the likes of Lin-Manuel Miranda and Gloria Estefan, in addition to Jon Batiste’s house band for “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” Additionally, Kelly’s original composition “Feels Like Home” won Song of the Year in the 2018 John Lennon Songwriting contest.
Kelly’s concert will broadcast live from the acoustically magnificent Banyan Bowl at Pinecrest Gardens at 8 p.m. EST on Saturday, February 27. During the remaining JazzAid Live season, jazz fans also can enjoy performances by pianist, composer and bandleader Joey Alexander and multi-Grammy Award winning The Manhattan Transfer. The cost is $15 for an individual performance and $40 for the remaining three shows, with a generous portion of ticket sales being donated to World Central Kitchen. Tickets can be purchased online at www.pinecrestgardens.org/jazzaid.

Conversations at MOCA: Life & Spirituality in Haitian Art with Jean-Daniel Lafontant and Dr. Kyrah Malika Daniels 2/24/21

Conversations at MOCA: Life & Spirituality in Haitian Art with Jean-Daniel Lafontant and Dr. Kyrah Malika Daniels
Wednesday, 02/24/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Date/Time: Wednesday, February 24, 7-8:30 p.m.
Details: Conversations at MOCA presents an engaging discussion that will delve into the spiritual aspects of the paintings in MOCA, North Miami’s exhibition Life & Spirituality in Haitian Art: Selection from the Betty and Isaac Rudman Trust Collection. Boston College Assistant Professor of Art History and Africana Studies, Kyrah Malika Daniels and Oungan (Vodou Priest), Jean-Daniel Lafontant will discuss the spiritual history of Haiti and how it influenced its artistic practices. The audience will hear the in-depth meanings and interpretations of the symbolism in paintings in the exhibition. At the end of the discussion, viewers will have the opportunity to ask questions directly to the panelists.
Cost: Free
Virtual via Zoom.
To RSVP, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vcvnpd7oRwqj-BHOW-vn5g

Leading vibraphonist Joe Locke and Subtle Disguise 2/20/21

Leading vibraphonist Joe Locke and Subtle Disguise
Saturday, 02/20/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: 15

Please come along on Saturday as vibist Joe Locke presents his Subtle Disguise project, with music from his most recent release. February 20, 2021, 8:00 P.M. EST (GMT – 5:00)
+ live interactive Q&A with the band after the concert

The concert will be available to replay after the broadcast to all ticket holders: https://viewstub.com/Joe-Locke-Subtle-Disguise

Vibraphonist Joe Locke is a six-time recipient of the Jazz Journalists Association’s “Mallet Instrumentalist of the Year” award and has won numerous further accolades and polls. In 2016 he was honored with induction into the Music Hall of Fame in his hometown, Rochester, New York. He is an active clinician and educator both in the US and in Europe, and holds the prestigious title of Honorary Associate of London’s Royal Academy of Music. Mr. Locke is a prolific composer and has recorded mostly as leader, but also with stellar artists from around the globe. Enjoy the concert!

Joe Locke – vibraphone
Jim Ridl – piano and keyboards
Lorin Cohen – acoustic and electric bass
Samvel Sarkisyan – drums

Video: https://joelocke.com/video/subtle-disguise-streamed-concert/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=SFJazz

Join us! https://southfloridajazz.org/support/

DACA Information Series 2/24/21

DACA Information Series
Wednesday, 02/24/2021-, 01:00 pm-04:00 pm

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Cost: FREE

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

Join us for our upcoming information session LIVE on our Facebook page to learn about everything you’ll need to apply for DACA! Share this with a friend, family, or neighbor who would be interested. Interpretation in Spanish and Creole available. Escuche en español. Tande an Kreyòl. Mark your calendars for Wednesdays, at 1 PM. Bring your questions!

Upcoming Sessions:

February 24th
March 3rd
March 10th
March 17th
March 24th
March 31st

Looking to serve the community? Become a DACA volunteer for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave a positive impact on thousands of immigrant youth and families in Miami currently protected by the program. Sounds like something you want to be a part of? Send us an email or message us on social media today!

A big thanks to our partners: American Immigration Lawyers Association of South Florida and Central Florida, Americans for Immigrant Justice, Catholic Legal Services, Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), and Dade Legal Aid.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

I Wanna Dance with Somebody: A Celebration of Black Icon’s from the 80’s 2/26/21

I Wanna Dance with Somebody: A Celebration of Black Icon’s from the 80’s
Friday, 02/26/2021-, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

Join us for a Virtual Concert as we explore the iconic music created by African American artists in the 1980s. A plethora of icons released hit after hit that topped the charts across the US and around the world, including Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Tina Turner, Billy Ocean, Anita Baker, Patti Labelle and many more!

When: Feb 26th, 2021 at 8:00pm
Where: https://facebook.com/ftfshows

Sponsored by: The Miami-Dade County of Cultural Affairs, the Broward County County Cultural Division, Funding Arts Broward, Florida Department of State Division of Culture Affairs, and the National Endowment for the Arts

SMDCAC Presents Indie Flicks: Picture Character 3/14/21

SMDCAC Presents Indie Flicks: Picture Character
Sunday, 03/14/2021-03/17/2021, 12:00 am-11:59 pm
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Cost: Free; registration required

In Picture Character, directors Martha Shane and Ian Cheney lead viewers on a deep dive into the ever-evolving world of emojis, Japanese for “picture character,” from their humble beginnings in Japan to mobile keyboards across the world. They shed fresh light on the private consortium that approves new emoji offerings and the individuals fighting to make the language more representative of its billions of users.

The discussion and Q&A will feature Martha Shane and Ian Cheney.

Free; registration required: https://smdcac.org/events/indie-flicks-picture-character-0

DACA Information Series 2/17/21

DACA Information Series
Wednesday, 02/17/2021-02/17/2021, 01:00 pm-02:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join us for our upcoming information session LIVE on our Facebook page to learn about everything you’ll need to apply for DACA! Share this with a friend, family, or neighbor who would be interested. Interpretation in Spanish and Creole available. Escuche en español. Tande an Kreyòl. Mark your calendars for Wednesdays, at 1 PM. Bring your questions!

Upcoming Sessions:
February 17th
February 24th
March 3rd
March 10th
March 17th
March 24th
March 31st

Looking to serve the community? Become a DACA volunteer for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to leave a positive impact on thousands of immigrant youth and families in Miami currently protected by the program. Sounds like something you want to be a part of? Send us an email or message us on social media today!

A big thanks to our partners: American Immigration Lawyers Association of South Florida and Central Florida, Americans for Immigrant Justice, Catholic Legal Services, Florida Immigrant Coalition (FLIC), and Dade Legal Aid.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Car Buying 101 – Tricks of the Trade 3/9/21

Car Buying 101 – Tricks of the Trade
Tuesday, 03/09/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Learn tips and tricks on how to maximize your purchasing/selling power at an auto dealership.

We will be presenting with our special guest speaker, Mr. Bill Goldberg, who is the founder of Auto Advisors.

Learn insider information about the car buying experience:

How to get more for your trade-in
Internet car buying pitfalls
Dealership profit areas
Extras add up
Dealer financing vs. your Credit Union
Plus more industry info you didn’t know

Wycliffe Gordon Performs Online from Pinecrest Gardens 2/13/21

Wycliffe Gordon Performs Online from Pinecrest Gardens
Saturday, 02/13/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: $15

Wycliffe Gordon Performs Online from Pinecrest Gardens

WHO: Wycliffe Gordon is an Eight-Time “Trombonist of the Year” & Top Trombonist of his Generation. He will be backed by Grammy Award Winner Dafnis Prieto conducting the Frost Concert JazzBand.
An original member of the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra and a featured guest artist at the Kennedy Center, he has performed with Dizzy Gillespie, Lionel Hampton, David Sanborn, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis,Paul Simon, Anat Cohen, Arturo Sandoval, Doc Severinsen, and a host of other stars.
Your hosts are Tito Puente, Jr, Billboard Music Award winner, & Ceci Velasco, Executive Director of Miami Beach’s Ocean Drive Association.

WHAT: JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl is an eight concert jazz series streamed live from the Pinecrest Gardens’ Banyan Bowl Amphitheater. In an effort to both save the famed series this year and help feed families across the nation, the Village of Pinecrest will make this iconic jazz series available to anyone with internet access.
A generous portion of the proceeds from JazzAid Live will go directly to World Central Kitchen, founded by acclaimed international Chef José Andrés to help to feed families affected by the pandemic.

WHERE: Online from the beautiful Banyan Bowl at Pinecrest Gardens, https://jazzaid.eduvision.tv/liveevents. (Instructions on hooking up to a TV are at https://help.eduvision.tv/show-your-live-event-on-screen-or-tv/)

WHEN: Saturday, February 13, 2021 at 8:00 p.m. (20:00) Eastern US time (GMT – 5:00)

HOW MUCH: Tickets are $15 at pinecrestgardens,org/jazzaid. The rest of the series (Wycliffe Gordon, Grace Kelly, Joey Alexander, and Manhattan Transfer) is $50.

Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Homebuying 101 2/23/21

Homebuying 101
Tuesday, 02/23/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Prepare to buy your dream home in 2021!

This presentation covers the basics of the homebuying process and gets you prepared to find your dream home. You’ll learn:

The steps involved in the homebuying process
The variety of lending options available when trying to buy a home
Everything you’ll need to have for a successful closing
And more!

Virtual Conversations at MOCA: Napoleon Jones-Henderson in discussion with Carter Jackson Brown 2/17/21

Virtual Conversations at MOCA: Napoleon Jones-Henderson in discussion with Carter Jackson Brown
Wednesday, 02/17/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Date/Time: Wednesday, February 17, 7-8:30 p.m.
Details: In honor of Black History Month, the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) presents a lively discussion highlighting the new and historic works of artist Napoleon Jones-Henderson, accompanied by music selections and photographs from his extensive archive which documents over 50 years of art and social justice. Moderated by Carter Jackson Brown.
Cost: Free
Virtual via Zoom.
To RSVP, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HNqwxXX9Q_SgLehk6tatAw

Scholl Lecture Series: No More Rulers presents Futura-isms: Futura and Lee Quiñones in Conversation with Franklin Sirmans 2/23/21

Scholl Lecture Series: No More Rulers presents Futura-isms: Futura and Lee Quiñones in Conversation with Franklin Sirmans
Tuesday, 02/23/2021-, 06:00 pm-
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Cost: Free

Join Futura, Lee Quiñones, and PAMM Director Franklin Sirmans in a digital talk as they share stories and insights on New York’s art world, past and present. To commemorate Futura’s latest book “Futura-isms,” published by Princeton University Press in association with No More Rulers, Futura speaks with one of his most respected peers and longtime friend Lee Quiñones on growing up in New York’s seminal art movement of the 1980s. The graffiti icons and legendary artists reflect on their longstanding friendship and their processes in their street and studio practice. Artists who have both pioneered cross-disciplinary practices in their own way, Lee Quiñones and Futura reflect on their own evolving identities as artists, and what it means to be a cross-boundary creator today.

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Launches with Donn Colee, Jr. 2/11/21

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Meet the Author” Zoom Series Launches with Donn Colee, Jr.
Thursday, 02/11/2021-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will launch the first segment of its “Meet the Author,” interactive Zoom series with Palm Beach County-based Donn R. Colee, Jr. author of Legends & Lore of Fort Lauderdale’s New River (Arcadia Publishing/The History Press), on February 11 at noon. The series, featuring local writers of all genres, will continue on the second Thursday of each month.

Colee Jr. is a seventh-generation Floridian and a direct descendent of George Colee, who immigrated to the St. Augustine area from England in 1821. Donn grew up in Orlando but frequently visited relatives in the ancient city, where his curiosity was piqued by stories about a massacre of long-ago family members at Fort Lauderdale’s New River. While the “Colee Massacre” story was later debunked, it refused to die. His Legends & Lore of Fort Lauderdale’s New River began as an attempt to finally resolve the last vestiges of that myth, but the power of New River quickly propelled the book to become a history of the river, its fascinating people, and the transformation of its wilderness into a metropolis. This is his second book. His first, Towers in the Sand, is the history of radio and television stations in Florida and the people who brought them to life. His family has been engaged in Florida broadcasting for three generations. Colee is a member of the Florida Historical Society, History Fort Lauderdale, St. Augustine Historical Society and Historical Society of Palm Beach County. He is a former commissioner of the Florida Inland Navigation District, the state agency responsible for maintenance and improvements of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway from Fernandina Beach to Key Biscayne. It was built by a company that was cofounded in 1881 by his great-great-great-grandfather, who became its civil engineer. Donn and his wife, Martha, reside in Palm Beach Gardens.

Upcoming authors will be announced. Viewers may register at http://bit.ly/HFLMeetTheAuthor .

History Fort Lauderdale is currently open seven days a week, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., with
docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

In compliance with local and state health guidelines, visitors to History Fort Lauderdale will be required to wear a mask, have a digital temperature reading and practice safe social distancing of six feet apart. Hand sanitizer will be available at the front desk admission point and all surfaces will be thoroughly cleaned multiple times a day, per CDC guidelines. Additionally, guests will be asked to sign-in, daily, for contact tracing.

For more information, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory, on Twitter @FLLhistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Dinner at the Square: Have We Done Enough? America’s Long Overdue Awakening to Systemic Racism 2/24/21

Dinner at the Square: Have We Done Enough? America’s Long Overdue Awakening to Systemic Racism
Wednesday, 02/24/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: Free; registration required

As many Americans unite in a shared mission about the civil rights issues of our time, our community joins others in the important work to fulfill the promise of equality by bringing constructive conversations to help illuminate the path to progress and meaningful change. So when those who believe in justice and fairness have had enough, how do we evolve as a country and as a community? How do we push for progress? How do we create equality for all? Do we ask ourselves, have we done enough?

The civil, fact-based debate features three panelists: Gregory Adam Haile, J.D., President of Broward College; Keith Koenig, CEO of City Furniture; and Germaine Smith-Baugh, Ed.D., President and CEO of Urban League of Broward County. The event is moderated by Doug Lyons, longtime journalist and former columnist and opinion writer.

The event is free and open to the public. If you’d like to make a donation to support Village Square programming, you may do so when you register.

Pinecrest Gardens Presents ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ with World-Renowned Trombonist Wycliffe Gordon 2/13/21

Pinecrest Gardens Presents ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ with World-Renowned Trombonist Wycliffe Gordon
Saturday, 02/13/2021-, 08:00 pm-09:30 pm
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Cost: $15 OR $50/remaining 4 shows

Determined to keep the music alive this season, Pinecrest Gardens, South Florida’s Cultural Arts Park, is hosting ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ to help feed America and bring jazz masters to the homes and hearts of viewers nationwide. The legendary trombonist Wycliffe Gordon is the next featured artist scheduled to perform in the concert series, which will broadcast live from the acoustically magnificent Banyan Bowl at Pinecrest Gardens at 8 p.m. EST on Saturday, February 13. During the 2020-21 JazzAid Live concert season, jazz fans also can enjoy performances by acclaimed saxophonist, singer and composer Grace Kelly; pianist, composer and bandleader Joey Alexander; and multi-Grammy Award winning The Manhattan Transfer. The cost is $15 for an individual performance and $50 for the remaining four shows, with a generous portion of ticket sales being donated to World Central Kitchen. Tickets can be purchased online at www.pinecrestgardens.org/jazzaid.

TFApopup 2021 Ideafest 2/6/21

TFApopup 2021 Ideafest
Saturday, 02/06/2021-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
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Cost: Free

TFAPOPUP 2021 presents IDEAFEST 2: ART + HUMAN NATURE

Examining the relationship between art and human nature, how do we define what is natural vs. unnatural, and how does art reinforce these ideas? What is the purpose of sustainability in art? Featuring: Wes Holloway, Joe Romm, Kiki Somerville, Alaric Campbell, Mo Beasley, Maggie Walsh, Jonathan Metzl, Maria del Carmen Montoya.

The Fearless Artist Curator Masterclass Information Session 2/12/21

The Fearless Artist Curator Masterclass Information Session
Friday, 02/12/2021-, 07:00 pm-
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Cost: Free

Information Session for The Fearless Artist’s Feb. 20 Curator Masterclass.

Ideation + Planning + Promotion + Production. How do you craft an idea and turn it into an art exhibition? How do you create a team and a branded integrated campaign? How do you fund your ideas and get people to support your vision? How do you design, install, and successfully produce a creative event experience?

On February 20th at 12 PM EST, in a six-hour workshop, curator and Founder of The Fearless Artist Popup Gallery, which was named Best of Art Basel Event in 2019 by Time Out Magazine, will go through all of the facets of producing your own creative event.

You will leave with a plan, tools and materials, and all important access to The Fearless Artist network of art industry professionals.

The Fearless Artist Curator Masterclass 2/20/21

The Fearless Artist Curator Masterclass
Saturday, 02/20/2021-, 12:00 pm-06:00 pm
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Cost: $199

Ideation + Planning + Promotion + Production. How do you craft an idea and turn it into an art exhibition? How do you create a team and a branded integrated campaign? How do you fund your ideas and get people to support your vision? How do you design, install, and successfully produce a creative event experience?

On February 20th at 12 PM EST, in a six-hour workshop, curator and Founder of The Fearless Artist Popup Gallery, which was named Best of Art Basel Event in 2019 by Time Out Magazine, will go through all of the facets of producing your own creative event.

You will leave with a plan, tools and materials, and all important access to The Fearless Artist network of art industry professionals.

Drunk Black History 2/26/21

Drunk Black History
Friday, 02/26/2021-, 09:00 pm-11:00 pm
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Cost: $10-15

Comedians Brandon Collins and Gordon Baker-Bone celebrate Black History month the only way they know how! This interactive show highlights prominent Black historical figures who finally get their due through drunken anecdotes from booked guests! This show is destined to be educational and absolutely f’ing crazy!

Will be hosted via Zoom (link will be shared an hour before the start time)

Friday, February 26th

9pm EST

Guests giving “history lessons” include:

Aminah Imani (Apollo Theatre)

Derek Gaines (“The King of Staten Island”)

Abbi Crutchfield (Hulu’s “Up Early Tonight”)

Brian Moses (“Roast Battle”)

$10 advance

$15 day of

Sponsored by “Black is my Superpower”

The Community Reinvestment Alliance of South Florida Summit21 2/25/21

The Community Reinvestment Alliance of South Florida Summit21
Thursday, 02/25/2021-, 08:00 am-03:45 pm
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Cost: $35-$50

Planning for Summit 21 is fully on the way and ticket sales are officially live!

Join us Thursday, February 25th, as we bring you experts and industry leaders in the fields of Community Outreach, Housing, Climate, Social Justice and more. We have two special guest speakers joining us as well. Retired Miami Heat player and Founder of the Mourning Family Foundation, Alonzo Mourning, as well as Richard Rothstein, Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute and a Senior Fellow (emeritus) at the Thurgood Marshall Institute of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, will be joining us as our Lunch Guest Speaker.

As a fun treat, all ticket holders will be entered into a drawing for 1 of 10 signed books from either Mr. Rothstein, The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America, or Mr. Mourning, Resilience.

Did someone say lunch? Because we are virtual this year, every ticket purchased through February 22nd will include a $15 UberEats credit. Take advantage of the early bird rate of $35 now through February 13th. Ticket prices go up to $50 thereafter, through event date.
Want to tell a friend outside of South Florida about our Summit? Go for it! Being virtual presents us with the unique opportunity to host participants from all over Florida. The more the merrier for varied perspectives and expanded networking opportunities.

Day of Schedule of Events:
8:00 AM: Virtual doors open
8:30 AM: Welcome by Cornell Crews, CRASF Executive Director
8:45 AM: Breakfast Speaker, Alonzo Mourning
10:00 AM: Workshop Breakouts I
12:30 PM: Lunch Speaker, Richard Rothstein
1:30 PM: Workshop Breakouts II
3:30 PM: Closing Remarks

2021 Summit Workshops

Community Advocacy & Youth Outreach – Building Community Leaders & Youth Community Involvement
How to Run for Office – Strategies To Improve Our Community Thru Public Service
Climate Gentrification – The Effects on Our Community
Racism & Division – Strategies For Improvement
Housing: How Covid-19 is Affecting Rents, Sales and Affordable Housing
Eviction- Know Your Rights
Turning the Housing Supply Crisis into an Opportunity
How to Collaborate vs. Compete

** There will be four workshops in the morning, and four in the afternoon. Participants will be able to move freely from room to room just like in-person. Check back for updated list divided by morning and afternoon sessions.

2021 American Advertising Awards Gala 2/25/21

2021 American Advertising Awards Gala
Thursday, 02/25/2021-, 06:30 pm-
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Cost: Admission is $60 for professionals, $25 for students, and $500 for the agency 10-Ticket package.

Join AAF Broward and Palm Beach online for an evening of celebrating excellence and the highest creative standards in the advertising industry at the virtual 2021 American Advertising Awards Gala. Event attendees will have the opportunity to network with other creatives and recognize the award-winning work of South Florida advertising professionals. With more than 100 categories covering all aspects of advertising, the AAF Broward and Palm Beach 2021 American Advertising Awards is the first of a three-tier step in the advertising industry’s largest and most representative competition in the country. The local winners will proceed to districts, and the winners will proceed to national finals.

This year’s gala theme is inspired by the secret societies and invisible forces that have animated our imaginations for generations. The Unseen Hand theme comes to life in interactive puzzles that when solved, reveal special prizes for attendees. Register before February 15 to say cheers to the winners and receive a custom cocktail kit included in your ticket price.

About AAF Broward and Palm Beach
Whether you’re new to the fast-paced world of advertising or a seasoned professional, AAF Broward and Palm Beach is for you. We can help you advance your career, develop your skills, build connections and celebrate the amazing industry we work in.

About the American Advertising Federation
The American Advertising Federation protects and promotes the well-being of advertising. We accomplish this through a unique, nationally coordinated grassroots network of advertisers, agencies, media companies, local advertising clubs, and college chapters.

Celebrate Black History Month with the South Beach Chamber Ensemble: FREE 2/7/21

Celebrate Black History Month with the South Beach Chamber Ensemble: FREE
Sunday, 02/07/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
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Cost: Free

THE SOUTH BEACH CHAMBER ENSEMBLE
presents
COLERIDGE-TAYLOR AND BRAHMS
CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH
With Host Nicole Henry
Guest Musicians Chauncey Patterson, viola, and
Andres Candamil, clarinet

WHAT: Coleridge-Taylor: Clarinet Quintet in F# minor, Op. 10
Brahms Clarinet Quintet in B minor, Op.115

Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (1875-1912) was an English composer and conductor. Of mixed race birth, he achieved such success that he was referred to by white New York musicians as the “African Mahler” when he had three tours of the United States in the early 1900s. Coleridge-Taylor was particularly known for his three cantatas on the epic poem, Song of Hiawatha by American Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. Coleridge-Taylor premiered the first section in 1898, when he was 22.

Johannes Brahms’s Clarinet Quintet in B minor, Op. 115, was written in 1891 for the clarinetist Richard Mühlfeld. It is scored for a clarinet in A with a string quartet. At the time Brahms started composing his Clarinet Quintet, only a few works had been composed for this type of ensemble. Examples of clarinet quintets include those by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Giacomo Meyerbeer and Alexander Glazunov. Brahms had retired from composing prior to listening to Richard Mühlfeld play. Brahms was very enthusiastic about Mühlfeld. That summer at Bad Ischl, he composed the Clarinet Quintet and his Clarinet Trio Op. 114, both of them for Mühlfeld. Brahms modeled his composition after Mozart’s.

WHEN: Sunday, February 7, 2021; 6:00 – 7:30 PM Eastern (UTC – 5:00)

COST: FREE

WHERE: Live from the Miami Beach Woman’s Club, viewable on the South Beach Chamber Ensemble’s pages:
https://www.youtube.com/user/sobechamberensemble
https://www.facebook.com/sobechamber

MORE INFO: https://sobechamberensemble.biz/
+1 (305) 673-2183
mandrews17@mindspring.com

Conversations at MOCA: Little by Little the Funereal Splendor of the Ancient and Icy Mansion was being Transformed 2/10/21

Conversations at MOCA: Little by Little the Funereal Splendor of the Ancient and Icy Mansion was being Transformed
Wednesday, 02/10/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Date/Time: Wednesday, February 10, 7-8:30 p.m.
Details: This panel will feature an eclectic conversation with Raul De Nieves, Raven Chacon, Miami composer/musician Emile Milgram and T. Wheeler Castillo (Archival Feedback). Moderated by Rob Goyanes. In this installment of Conversations at MOCA, the panel will explore sound art, music, performance art. Panelists will also give us a look into contemporary trends in theses mediums as they share past projects and future plans.
Cost: Free
Virtual via Zoom.
To RSVP, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_k2nUrwSGTQGfS-TCrlZqbQ

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants Chef Stephen Puhr Sets the Table for Valentine’s Day Romance on the Next Cooking with The Galleria Free Virtual Tutorial 2/9/21

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants Chef Stephen Puhr Sets the Table for Valentine’s Day Romance on the Next Cooking with The Galleria Free Virtual Tutorial
Tuesday, 02/09/2021-, 02:00 pm-02:30 pm
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Cost: Free, Facebook Live Event

Set the table for romance this Valentine’s Day! Chef Stephen Puhr of Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants, will show you how to prepare a seductive dinner for two featuring Filet Medallions and Parmesan Crusted Lobster Tails on the next Cooking with The Galleria free virtual tutorial series on Facebook Live, Tuesday, February 9, at 2 p.m. This special meal will be available for dine-in (Feb. 12 – 14) or as a take-home meal kit. One segment viewer will be selected to receive a deluxe salt sampler valued at $49.95 from The Spice Lab, now open at The Galleria across from Bath & Body Works.

Chef Stephen Puhr discovered his unshakable passion for cooking and warm hospitality at the tender age of 15 while working in a small pizzeria on the south side of Chicago. As a graduate of Chicago’s Le Cordon Bleu, Puhr landed his first position as executive chef for Redstone American Grill at the age of 26. Puhr went on to serve as the Luxury Suite chef for the Utah Jazz, as well as lending his talents to the 2002 Winter Olympics. In 2012, Puhr joined the Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants team, where, today, his role as senior area culinary operations manager has him overseeing scratch kitchens at 10 Cooper’s Hawk locations.

Launched last year during the COVID-19 quarantine, Cooking with The Galleria has successfully entertained hundreds of thousands in the local community. Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants is the newest tasteful addition to the series. Previous instructional cooking segments have featured Season’s 52 Chef Elvis Bravo preparing delicious dishes including Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops, Bone-in, Dry-rubbed Pork Chop, Chilean Sea Bass, Gruyere French Omelette, Deviled Eggs with Caviar and Ciabatta Crostini with Quail Egg, Avocado Toast, Maryland Style Lump Crab Cakes, Preserved Lemon Hummus, Seafood Paella, Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi, Shrimp and Grits, Carne Asada Fajitas and Signature Blackened Mahi Tacos. These archived recorded livestream demonstrations can be found at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is currently open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, and continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines. Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants is now taking reservations via phone at (754) 755-9463 and online for its February 1 opening. Seasons 52, The Capital Grille and P.F. Chang’s are offering full-service dining and take-out. Blue Martini is also open. Please visit www.galleriamall-fl.com/current-updates-due-to-covid-19.

For additional upcoming virtual events and information about The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, please visit facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale. Patrons may also call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

The Betsy Hotel Presents 4 Independent Films with Artist Talk Backs 2/1/21

The Betsy Hotel Presents 4 Independent Films with Artist Talk Backs
Monday, 02/01/2021-05/03/2021, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
Virtual Location
Cost: FREE

The Betsy Hotel Presents 4 Independent Films with Artist Talk Backs

First Mondays @ 7 PM – Feb thru May 2021
2/1/2021 – Coded Bias
3/1/2021 – The Artist’s Wife
04/5/2021 – OLIVER SACKS – HIS OWN LIFE
05/03/2021 – F11 AND BE THERE
FREE EVENT
South Beach, Florida — The Betsy South Beach Hotel is pleased to present O, Cinema, a virtual Film Festival and Salon Series curated by award winning filmmaker, Kareem Tabsch running from February – May 2021. The program is on the first Mondays of the month. Salon Hosts are Dr. Deborah Plutzik Briggs (VP, Arts, The Betsy Hotel) and John Stuart (Associate Dean, FIU Miami Beach Urban Studios). Films are screened at 7 pm, followed by the Artist Talk Back. RSVP @ https://bit.ly/2M9zneb

FEBRUARY 1, 2021, @ 7 PM – Honoring Black History Month

CODED BIAS – Directed by Shalini Kantayya, follows MIT computer scientist Joy Buolamwini to explore how algorithms encode and propagate bias. Coded Bias is an American documentary film that premiered at the 2020 Sundance Film Festival. It was directed by Shalini Kantayya and follows researchers and advocates, principally MIT computer scientist Joy Buolamwini, as they explore how algorithms encode and propagate bias. Shalini Kantayya’s “Coded Bias” effectively brings to light a modern civil rights issue that can be proven with data—the bias within facial recognition programs, particularly against those who are not like the white men who originally formed such technology. (Such powerful data collecting and distributing technology is used in America by the likes of Amazon, Google, and Microsoft.)

With special talk back guests Mark A. Finlayson, Eminent Scholar Chaired Associate Professor of Computer Science at FIU’s School of Computing and Information, Gregory Johnson, a JSK Stanford Fellow and director of Code for South Florida and Ernie Hsiung, a 2015 Code for America fellow and instructor at Wyncode.

MARCH 1, 2021, @ 7 PM – Honoring International Women’s Month

THE ARTIST’S WIFE – Directed by Tom Dolby is about marriage, loyalty, love and rediscovering one’s passions. The greatest art is learning how to love. Claire Smythson, wife of the renowned abstract artist Richard Smythson, is plunged into a late-life crisis when her husband is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and is in danger of not completing the paintings for his final show. Claire attempts to shield his illness from the art community while trying to reconnect him with his estranged daughter and grandson. Claire, who has taken up painting once again, must decide whether to stand with her husband in the shadows or step into the spotlight herself.

Kareem Tabsch, award-winning filmmaker, and co-founder/director of O Cinema, will lead a conversation with Dr. William Vega, Distinguished Professor and Senior Scholar for Community Health, Florida International University and a member of the Us Against Alzheimers Advisory Board.

APRIL 5, 2021, @ 7 PM – Honoring National Poetry Month

OLIVER SACKS – HIS OWN LIFE – Directed by Ric Burns; explores the life and work of the legendary neurologist and clinical storyteller Oliver Sacks, called ‘the Poet Laureate of Medicine’. A documentary that explores the life and work of the legendary neurologist and storyteller as he shares intimate details of his battles with drug addiction, homophobia, and a medical establishment that accepted his work only decades after the fact. Sacks, known for his literary works Awakenings and The Man Who Mistook His Wife for a Hat, was a fearless explorer of unknown cognitive worlds who helped redefine our understanding of the brain and mind, the diversity of human experience, and our shared humanity. The film features exclusive interviews with Sacks conducted just weeks after he received a terminal diagnosis, and months prior to his death in August 2015.

Talk back guests are noted director Ric Burns in a conversation with Kareem Tabsch, award-winning filmmaker, and co-founder/director of O Cinema.

MAY 3, 2021, @ 7 PM – Honoring National Photography Month

F11 AND BE THERE – Directed by Jethro Waters, iconic photographer Burk Uzzle comes to life as a prophet and historian, with his IP reflecting on major movements and events in American history and culture.This feature film by Jethro Waters about iconic photographer Burk Uzzle is an electrifying fusion of music, image, and dialogue. For 65 years and counting, Burk Uzzle has created some of the most iconic photographs in American history. From Martin Luther King Jr. to Woodstock to America’s small towns and back roads, Uzzle’s photographs provide a breathtaking commentary on American civil rights, race, social justice, and art. Initially grounded in documentary photography when he was the youngest photographer hired by LIFE magazine at age 23, his work grew into a combination of split-second impressions reflecting the human condition.

Talk back guests are noted director Jethro Waters in a conversation with Kareem Tabsch, award-winning filmmaker, and co-founder/director of O Cinema.

Join Ryan Serhant and Daymond John for the Big Money Energy Launch Event! 2/2/21

Join Ryan Serhant and Daymond John for the Big Money Energy Launch Event!
Tuesday, 02/02/2021-, 07:30 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: $40

The live Crowdcast event will be hosted by Shark Tank’s Daymond John, and will feature conversation and tips for building your confidence and pursuing your goals with Big Money Energy. We’ll also take live questions from viewers and have a few surprises!
– One hardcover copy of Big Money Energy

  • One Book Plate Autographed by Ryan Serhant

  • Three Big Money Energy Mantra Coasters

  • One Big Money Energy Note Pad

  • One Big Money Energy Recipe Card

  • Exclusive Access to a Digital Photo Booth Experience, so you can photograph yourself with Ryan during the event

For every ticket sold Ryan will be making a donation to Feeding America!

Meals on Wheels South Florida’s Virtual Wine Tasting Event 3/12/21

Meals on Wheels South Florida’s Virtual Wine Tasting Event
Friday, 03/12/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: $69.00

Hosted by Wine Merchant Extraordinaire Jean-Charles Boisset

Please join us as we enjoy a virtual Zoom tasting of three wines from the exclusive Boisset Collection of Napa Valley. Purchase of the three bottle tasting experience is required for participation and wine will be shipped directly to your home. 100% of your purchase will benefit Meals on Wheels South Florida, which has provided South Florida’s seniors with nutritious meals and safety checks for more than 35 years.

The Winter Wonderland Experience:

Let us guide you through a sampling of heart-warming wines chosen to flatter the flavors of winter cuisine. These three delicious wines bring the taste California sunshine to this season’s shorter days and are all ideal for pairing with the foods of winter – a citrusy white Sauvignon Blanc blend, a jammy Petite Sirah and a classic Cabernet Sauvignon.

Wine Flight Selection | $69 + $10 shipping

  1. Wattle Creek 2019 White Wine, California
  2. Buena Vista 2019 The Deputy Petite Sirah, California
  3. Raymond 2017 Sommelier Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, Lake, Napa & Sonoma Counties

Once the wine flight is purchased, you will receive more information to your email with the Zoom invitation. If you have any questions, please call 954.714.6922.

Please purchase by February 26 to allow shipping. Wine will be shipped to your home or office and please be prepared to sign for the delivery.

SMDCAC Presents Indie Flicks: Code of the Freaks 2/21/21

SMDCAC Presents Indie Flicks: Code of the Freaks
Sunday, 02/21/2021-02/24/2021, 08:00 am-
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Cost: Free; registration required

Code of the Freaks presents a radical reframing of the use of disabled characters in film. Using hundreds of clips spanning over 100 years of moviemaking, and a cast of disabled artists, scholars and activists, the film is a scorching critique of some of Hollywood’s most beloved characters. This revelatory documentary investigates the power of movie imagery to shape the beliefs and behaviors of the general public toward disabled people, and of disabled people toward themselves.

The discussion and Q&A will be with Director and Producer Salome Chasnoff.

A Talk with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., How to Find Common Ground & Unite 1/28/21

A Talk with Robert F. Kennedy Jr., How to Find Common Ground & Unite
Thursday, 01/28/2021-, 09:15 am-10:00 am
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Cost: Free

Centner Academy is excited to host Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. for two live talks on Thursday January 28th at 9:15am and 12pm. Join us live on Instagram @robertfkennedyjr and @centneracademy.

The topic of discussion will be “Unity: How We Find Common Ground & Unite.”

Kennedy is a true champion for the health and well-being of children and the planet. At this time of increasing division and fear, let us hear from this tireless advocate and defender whose wisdom and experience could show others a clear, constructive way forward.

More about Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.:

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. serves as President of Waterkeeper Alliance, as well as Founder, Chairman of the Board, and Chief Legal Counsel for Children’s Health Defense, and of counsel to Morgan & Morgan, a nationwide personal injury practice.

Mr. Kennedy is an esteemed author, with a long list of published books including the New York Times’ bestseller, “Crimes Against Nature.” Mr. Kennedy was named one of Time magazine’s “Heroes for the Planet” for his success helping Riverkeeper lead the fight to restore the Hudson River. His reputation as a resolute defender of the environment and children’s health stems from a litany of successful legal actions. He received recognition for his role in the landmark victory against Monsanto last year, as well as in the DuPont Case that inspired the movie “Dark Waters” (2019).

Virtual Jazz at MOCA: The CieL Experience 1/29/21

Virtual Jazz at MOCA: The CieL Experience
Friday, 01/29/2021-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Jan. 29, 2021: The CieL Experience – 7:00-8:00 p.m.
The virtual “Jazz at MOCA” program will debut on Friday, January 29th, at 7:00 pm with the CieL Experience. Led by the Haitian-American saxophonist, educator, composer, producer, and active performing artist Claudens Louis, the Ciel Experience brings a jazz fusion unique to their style. The CieL Experience’s style is shaped by Claudens Louis’s experience as a world-traveling musician for the American Music Ambassador for the U.S. Department of Educational and Cultural Affairs. He has performed alongside legendary artists including 5-time GRAMMY Award winner Shaun Martin of Snarky Puppy, the Snarky Puppy horn-section, Jason Derulo, Wyclef Jean, and Black Violito.

CREW Miami Presents: The Diversity Dilemma 2/10/21

CREW Miami Presents: The Diversity Dilemma
Wednesday, 02/10/2021-, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
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Cost: Complimentary for Members and Nonmembers

CREW’s 2020 Benchmark study found that women only occupy 36.7% of the commercial real estate industry. While 2020 brought a cultural shift regarding diversity and inclusion, equity for women and BIPOC is still an uphill climb. Join us to hear how CREW Miami’s panel of leaders are turning their words into actions and doing their part to amplify voices that are not heard. Our program will explore the lack of diversity in the industry, what can be done to change it, and how to face the challenges and benefits of being one of few.

Registration: Complimentary for Members and Nonmembers

Location: Zoom
Please check your registration confirmation email for Zoom details

Life Time Coral Gables Career Fair on January 30th 2021 1/30/21

Life Time Coral Gables Career Fair on January 30th 2021
Saturday, 01/30/2021-, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Life Time Coral Gables, the wellness pioneer reshaping the way consumers move, work and live, is hosting a Career Fair, on January 30th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the THesis Hotel Miami, located at 1350 S. Dixie Highway in Coral Gables, Florida.

Life Time Coral Gables, opening its doors this Spring, is currently hiring full-time and part-time positions to join the Life Time family. To become part of an energizing fast-paced environment, Life Time is asking those that are interested to bring their passion for fitness to work.

Those who are employed by Life Time receive a complimentary, fully subsidized Diamond Membership to Life Time as well as outstanding opportunities for career growth. Full-time team members are also eligible to receive premier benefits package, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability in addition to Life insurance and 401k plans.
Available Opportunities include:
* Member Services (Front Desk)
* Kids Academy (Activities & Camps)
* LifeCafe (Restaurant)
* Facility Operations (Building Maintenance & Housekeeping)
* LifeSpa (Salon & Spa)

Candidates are asked to dress professionally to attend the casting event where they will get an opportunity to meet the Leadership Team and learn more Life Time Coral Gables and the pioneering Life Time brand.

This event will be held outside in the courtyard between THesis Hotel Miami and The Residences at Thesis. Parking will be available on the street; valet will not be available.

Nu Deco At The Bandshell Featuring Cory Wong 1/30/21

Nu Deco At The Bandshell Featuring Cory Wong
Sunday, 01/30/2021-, 08:00 pm-
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Cost: 15.00

Nu Deco is back for their first live stream of 2021 from the North Beach Bandshell on Miami Beach! This concert will feature the music of George Gershwin, Chris Rogerson, and a new symphonic reimagination of the music of the Beach Boys. Special collaboration on this concert will feature guitarist, composer, producer and hype-man, Cory Wong. Head spinning, rhythm guitar wizardry, technical ebullience, laugh-out-loud jokes, and radiance on stage established Cory Wong as both a sought after collaborator and celebrated solo artist alike. You won’t want to miss this concert so snag your virtual ticket today!

This ticket is for the live streamed concert and does not include admission to the North Beach Bandshell. Ticket buyers will be able to access the performance on-demand following the live concert for 72 hours.

This performance is presented in partnership with the Rhythm Foundation and the North Beach Bandshell.

Nu Deco At The Bandshell Featuring Richard Bona 4/10/21

Nu Deco At The Bandshell Featuring Richard Bona
Saturday, 04/10/2021-, 08:00 pm-
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Join Nu Deco for their fourth live stream concert of the season from the North Beach Bandshell in Miami Beach! This concert will feature the music of Valerie Coleman and a symphonic reimagination of the music of Earth Wind and Fire. Special guest collaboration will be bass legend, Richard Bona.Bona’s seemingly effortless voice, fierce skills on the bass, unique songwriting/arranging expertise and ability to learn just about any instrument simply from watching, position him as a rare African artist to have established an international reputation that transcends cultural boundaries. Snag your tickets today for this very exciting live stream performance! This ticket is for the LIVE STREAMED concert and does NOT include admission to the North Beach Bandshell. Ticket buyers will be able to access the performance on-demand following the live concert for 72 hours.

Nu Deco At The Bandshell Featuring Cory Henry 5/15/21

Nu Deco At The Bandshell Featuring Cory Henry
Saturday, 05/15/2021-, 08:00 pm-
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Cost: 15.00

oin Nu Deco for the final live stream concert of the season! This concert will feature the music of Carlos Simon, an original work from Nu Deco keyboardist Jason Matthews & Nu Deco Co-Founder, Sam Hyken, and a symphonic exploration into the music of Dr. Dre. This performance will also feature the world-premiere orchestral work from singer/songwriter, composer, producer, multi-instrumentalist and all-around keyboard master Cory Henry. Henry last appeared in concert with Nu Deco at The Light Box in 2018 and has been busy with his upcoming album “Something To Say” dropping on October 30. He has worked with an incredible array of artists including Ms. Lauryn Hill, Quincy Jones and The Roots, and won a Grammy Award with Snarky Puppy. You won’t want to miss this finale to our virtual season so snag your tickets today!

The Community Reinvestment Alliance of South Florida Summit21 2/25/21

The Community Reinvestment Alliance of South Florida Summit21
Thursday, 02/25/2021-02/25/2021, 08:00 am-03:45 pm
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Cost: $35-$50

Join The Community Reinvestment Alliance of South Florida, Thursday, February 25th, as they bring you experts and industry leaders in the fields of Community Outreach, Housing, Climate, Social Justice and more. Richard Rothstein, Distinguished Fellow of the Economic Policy Institute and a Senior Fellow (emeritus) at the Thurgood Marshall Institute of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, will be joining as our Lunch Guest Speaker.

Speaking of lunch, because the event is virtual this year, every ticket purchased through February 22nd will include a $15 UberEats credit. Take advantage of the early bird rate of $35 now through February 13th. Ticket prices go up to $50 thereafter, through event date. Ticket holders will also be entered into a drawing for 1 of 10 books from Mr. Rothstein, The Color of Law: A Forgotten History of How Our Government Segregated America

Want to tell a friend outside of South Florida about The Community Reinvestment Alliance of South Florida Summit21? Go for it! Being virtual presents the unique opportunity to host participants from all over Florida. The more the merrier for varied perspectives and expanded networking opportunities.

2021 Summit Tracks

Track One:
1. Community Advocacy & Youth Outreach – Building Community Leaders & Youth Community Involvement
2. How to Run for Office – Strategies To Improve Our Community Thru Public Service
3. Climate Gentrification – The Effects on Our Community
4. Racism & Division – Strategies For Improvement

Track Two:
1. Housing: How Covid-19 is Affecting Rents, Sales and Affordable Housing
2. Eviction- Know Your Rights
3. Turning the Housing Supply Crisis into an Opportunity

Track Three:
1. Community Based Organizations: Data and Collaboration
2. Data Collection Strategies
3. How to Collaborate vs. Compete

** Track sessions are subject to change.

Sponsorship & Ad placement Opportunities Available
For more information, please email: Cornell Crews Jr. at, cornell@crasf.org

DigiMarCon America 2021 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference 7/21/21

DigiMarCon America 2021 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference
Sunday, 07/21/2021-07/22/2021, 09:30 am-04:30 pm
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Cost: $147

DigiMarCon America 2021 is your chance to …
– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
– Network with thought leaders, collaborate with your peers and build your professional network.

The 6th annual DigiMarCon America, the Premier Virtual Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference in America will be held July 21st to 22nd, 2021, available live stream and on-demand. Join your peers online for 2-days jam packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy and networking.

Immerse yourself in topics like digital strategy, programmatic advertising, web experience management, usability / design, mobile marketing & retargeting, customer engagement, user acquisition, social media marketing, targeting & optimization, video marketing, data science & big data, web analytics & A/B testing, email marketing, content marketing, conversion rate optimization, search engine optimization, paid search marketing, geo-targeting, predictive analysis & attribution, growth hacking, conversion rate optimization, growth marketing tools, marketing & sales automation, sustainable growth strategies, product marketing & UX / UI and much, much more!

At DigiMarCon America 2021, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thought will be challenged, new ways of thinking will emerge, and you will leave with your head, notebooks and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency / team / account to even greater success.

Be a part of DigiMarCon America 2021 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world.

See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.

For more details visit https://digimarconamerica.com.

The Glenn Miller Orchestra at Pinecrest Gardens 1/16/21

The Glenn Miller Orchestra at Pinecrest Gardens January 16.
Saturday, 01/16/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: $15

Back by popular demand! The Glenn Miller Orchestra swings into Pinecrest for an encore performance this coming January 16. The legendary Glenn Miller was one of the most successful of all dance bandleaders back in the Swing Era of the 1930’s and 40’s. A matchless string of hit records, the constant impact of radio broadcasts and the drawing power at theatres, hotels and dance pavilions, built and sustained the momentum of popularity. Over 18 musicians and singers bring the unforgettable Glenn Miller sound and perform those songs that everyone remembers. This is a show not to miss for jazz and swing fans alike or the incurable romantics who want to step back in time.

Tickets are $15 per show, or you can purchase the NEW bundle subscription package for a reduced rate for the remaining shows. Concerts will air only once at 8:00 p.m. Eastern US time (UTC-5) the day of the concert on any internet based device including some smart TVs, computer monitors, tablets and smartphones.

Video: https://jazzaid.eduvision.tv/Default.aspx?q=3SfVi13wT7QJXCa4JcolkXfJBhsJkHGrh7orwU%252f0YSf3WOC50cfs%252fA%253d%253d

Tickets and more information at https://www.pinecrestgardens.org/entertainment/performing-arts/jazzaid-live-at-the-banyan-bowl

Public Charge: The Basics 1/19/21

Public Charge: The Basics
Tuesday, 01/19/2021-, 12:00 pm-12:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Get ready for our next Public Charge conversation. Tune in to our live stream on Facebook, Tuesday, January 19th! We’ll be covering the basics of what Public Charge is, reviewing information about the Public Charge test, and sharing some important facts to remember.

Please note: Public charge is defined as an individual receiving one or more public benefits for a period of 12 months during a 36-month period.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

SMDCAC presents Virtual Dance Talk with Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami 2/12/21

SMDCAC presents Virtual Dance Talk with Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami
Friday, 02/12/2021-, 07:00 pm-
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Cost: Free

Join a free virtual Dance Talk on Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami’s upcoming performance, moderated by Dance Critic Jordan Levin and joined by choreographers Yanis Eric Pikieris, Ariel Rose, David Palmer and Cameron Basden. The Dance Talk will be live streamed via SMDCAC’s Facebook account. Viewers will be able to comment and direct questions to the panelists through the comments section.

Public Charge: The Basics 1/26/21

Public Charge: The Basics
Tuesday, 01/26/2021-, 12:00 pm-12:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Have questions about Public Charge and if it applies to you? Be sure to tune in to our Facebook LIVE on Tuesday, January 26th! We’ll cover the basics, go through important information regarding the Public Charge Test, and review scenarios and important facts to remember about the program.

Please note: Public charge is defined as an individual receiving one or more public benefits for a period of 12 months during a 36-month period.

The Office of New Americans is a countywide initiative to raise awareness about the importance of citizenship. Its mission is to empower immigrants eligible for naturalization to become more civically and economically engaged in our communities by facilitating access to the resources they need to attain citizenship and to prosper.

Random Questions with Larry Fields: Billy Byron 2/2/21

Random Questions with Larry Fields: Billy Byron
Tuesday, 02/02/2021-, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Critics are saying “Just when you thought 2021 couldn’t get any worse than last year…”

Just as the title suggests the show is a fun, off-the-wall take on a talk show based around a series of rapid-fire random questions.
Guests are all FTF alumni—both past and present, featuring performers, directors, designers, etc.—all the kinds of people who make FTF possible.

This episode features FTF magician & local Miami talent BILLY BYRON!

This is a free virtual event airing on Facebook Live at 8pm on Tuesday Feb. 2nd.
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My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals in January, February and March 1/14/21, 1/21/21, 1/28/21, 2/11/21, 2/25/21, 3/4/21, 3/11/21, 3/18/21, 3/25/21

My State MLS to Host Free, Educational Webinars for Real Estate Professionals in January, February and March
Thursday, 01/14/2021-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: Free

For real estate professionals looking to take their career to the next level, My State MLS, the first nationwide Multiple Listing Service of its kind with agents in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, is hosting free webinars throughout January, February and March.

With everyone working on New Year resolutions, the January “New Year, New Growth” webinar series will cover how to grow your business, territory and team. The February webinars will show participants how to navigate My State MLS and bonus features that other MLSs may not provide. While most MLSs don’t offer listings for manufactured housing, the March webinar series, “The MLS for Manufactured Housing,” will inform attendees on how My State MLS can help get the maximum exposure for mobile or manufactured homes.

All webinars take place on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. ET. David Mink, operations manager and national trainer for State Listings, Inc., will be the moderator for all the webinars. Please see the webinar schedule and registration details below:

“New Year, New Growth” Webinar Series:
Getting a head start on resolutions? This series will show how to grow your business, territory and team in 2021.
Jan. 14, 2–3 p.m. ET: Growing Your Business
Jan. 21, 2–3 p.m. ET: Growing Your Territory
Jan. 28, 2–3 p.m. ET: Growing Your Team

Feb. 11, 2–3 p.m. ET: Fall in Love with Your MLS
Valentine’s Day is for celebrating relationships – including the relationship with Multiple Listing Services! This February, join My State MLS to learn about the MLS that romances its members with robust features and professional support, not outdated technology and huge fines.

Feb. 25, 2–3 p.m. ET: Can Your MLS Save Your Relationship?
Looking for relationship advice this February? Call My State MLS your customer service cupid. This webinar will show participants how to use My State MLS’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool to:
• Keep track of every message with sellers, buyers, and the most promising leads all from one central platform.
• Stay in touch with automatic emails for saved searches.
• Play matchmaker with buyers and their perfect new home.
• Never forget a birthday or anniversary.

“The MLS for Manufactured Housing” Webinar Series:
Meet the MLS that allows manufactured housing, has unique fields to help make the most of listings, syndicates out to major real estate sites, and more.
March 4, 2–3 p.m. ET: What is MH Authority?
March 11, 2–3 p.m. ET: My State MLS for MH Agents
March 18, 2–3 p.m. ET: My State MLS for MH Dealers
March 25, 2–3 p.m. ET: My State MLS for MH Communities

To register, real estate and aspiring real estate professionals can visit: www.mystatemls.com/webinar_schedule

Crown Digital Premiere 1/16/21

Crown Digital Premiere
Saturday, 01/16/2021-, 07:00 pm-
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

Tune in for the Digital Premiere of the contemporary dance performance, brigid baker wholeproject’s “Crown,” on Sat. January 16 at 7:00 pm on Miami-Dade County Auditorium’s official YouTube page. “Crown” (corona) is an initiation and a creation for solo dancer to the music of Arvo Part. It heralds in the Return of the Bird Tribes.⁣

This show was filmed live at Miami-Dade County Auditorium’s outdoor stage and is part of the Drive-Through Theatre Experience, a series that allows patrons to enjoy free, new contemporary performances from the safe and secure environment of their own vehicle. It is now offered as a virtual performance for those unable to attend. It is free to watch with no limited viewing time.

Pinecrest Gardens Presents JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl with Glenn Miller Orchestra 1/16/21

Pinecrest Gardens Presents JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl with Glenn Miller Orchestra
Saturday, 01/16/2021-, 08:00 pm-
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Cost: $15 OR $65/remaining 5 shows

Determined to keep the music alive this season, Pinecrest Gardens, South Florida’s Cultural Arts Park, is hosting ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ to help feed America and bring jazz masters to the homes and hearts of viewers nationwide. The legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra is the next featured band scheduled to perform in the concert series, which will broadcast live from the acoustically magnificent Banyan Bowl at Pinecrest Gardens at 8 p.m. EST on Saturday, January 16. During the 2020-21 JazzAid Live concert season, jazz fans also can enjoy live-streamed performances by award-winning trombonist Wycliffe Gordon, acclaimed saxophonist, singer and composer Grace Kelly, child prodigy Joey Alexander, and multi-Grammy Award winning The Manhattan Transfer. The cost is $15 for an individual performance and $65 for the remaining five shows, with a generous portion of ticket sales being donated to World Central Kitchen. Tickets can be purchased online at www.pinecrestgardens.org/jazzaid.

Get Primed to Prepare the Ideal Steak during the Next Cooking with The Galleria Free Virtual Tutorial with Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo 1/21/21

Get Primed to Prepare the Ideal Steak during the Next Cooking with The Galleria Free Virtual Tutorial with Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo
Tuesday, 01/12/2021-, 02:00 pm-02:30 pm
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Cost: Free, Facebook Live Event

Get the beef on how to prepare the ideal steak with a red wine reduction on the first new year’s segment of The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale’s Cooking with The Galleria. Join Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo during this free virtual tutorial series on Facebook Live, on Tuesday, January 12, at 2 p.m., as he cooks a classic dish and provides pointers about how to select prime cuts for the grill, stovetop or oven.

Launched last year during the COVID-19 quarantine, Cooking with The Galleria has successfully entertained thousands in the local community. Chef Bravo’s educational and spirited culinary segments have become anticipated programming. Viewers have tuned-in to learn how to prepare and serve delicious dishes including Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops, Bone-in, Dry-rubbed Pork Chop, Chilean Sea Bass, Gruyere French Omelette, Deviled Eggs with Caviar and Ciabatta Crostini with Quail Egg, Avocado Toast, Maryland Style Lump Crab Cakes, Preserved Lemon Hummus, Seafood Paella, Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi, Shrimp and Grits, Carne Asada Fajitas and Signature Blackened Mahi Tacos. These archived recorded livestream demonstrations can be found at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale is currently open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, and continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines. Seasons 52, The Capital Grille and P.F. Chang’s are offering full-service dining and take-out. Blue Martini is now open. Please visit www.galleriamall-fl.com/current-updates-due-to-covid-19.

For additional upcoming virtual events and information about The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, please visit facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale. Patrons may also call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

2021 Virtual Miami International Map Fair 2/10/21-2/14/21

2021 Virtual Miami International Map Fair
Wednesday, 02/10/2021-02/14/2021, 12:00 am-11:59 pm
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Cost: Free, optional lectures are $10 each

Save the dates: February 10-14, 2021

The Miami International Map Fair is back and we’re going virtual. It is the new way to see the world of antiquities. The fair will be open 24 hours a day and will feature many of the world’s finest exhibitors, with treasures to fit every budget.

The user-friendly virtual platform lets you enjoy lecture presentations by renowned speakers, face-to-face interaction with dealers, and a vast array of antique maps, atlases, coins, rare books, and globes to discover or acquire for your collection.

More details coming soon on our webpage or contact Hilda Masip at 305-375-1618. Email: hmasip@historymiami.org.

All proceeds from lecture admission will benefit HistoryMiami Museum.

The John Daversa Quintet plays CUARENTENA: With Family at Home 1/16/21

The John Daversa Quintet plays CUARENTENA: With Family at Home
Saturday, 01/16/2021-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: 15

Saturday January 16 at 8:00 PM EST (UTC-5:00) South Florida JAZZ, the premier presenter of modern jazz in the region, goes virtual this season with “CUARANTENA: With Family at Home,” a livestream performance by multiple Grammy-awarded trumpeter, composer and arranger John Daversa, accompanied by all-star musicians: internationally renowned pianist Gonzalo Rubalcaba, virtuoso bassist Carlo De Rosa; drummer extraordinaire Dafnis Prieto, and veteran, stellar percussionist Sammy Figueroa. The band will feature original, nearly magical compositions, predominantly penned by Mr. Daversa, reflecting the times we currently live in. Tickets are $15 and can be obtained at https://viewstub.com/john.daversa.quintet

Funding for South Florida JAZZ is provided in part by grant from the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Division

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live 1/9/21

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live
Saturday, 01/09/2021-, 09:00 am-10:00 am
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Cost: 0

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

Yoga Mornings at the New World Center, presented by Jackson Health System, is a monthly community vinyasa yoga series.
To maintain the safest environment for patrons, all Yoga Mornings will be offered online via the NWS Facebook page until further notice.
This free event is suitable for all levels. No advance purchase required. Make sure to have plenty of space, a yoga mat, your favorite juice, or anything else you’d like to help you get the most out of this experience. For additional information, call the New World Symphony Box Office at 305.673.3331.
We love hearing from you. Share your Yoga Mornings experience using the hashtag #NWSYogaMornings!
All NWS Yoga Mornings take place from 9AM – 10AM on the days listed below.
Upcoming NWS Yoga Mornings:
Saturday, January 9
Saturday, February 6
Saturday, March 6
Saturday, April 3
Saturday, May 15

Live Studio Visits: Marielle Plaisir with Iberia Pérez González 1/14/21

Live Studio Visits: Marielle Plaisir with Iberia Pérez González
Thursday, 01/14/2021-, 07:00 am-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join us for Pérez Art Museum Miami’s (PAMM) Live Studio Visits, a series that highlights local artists through virtual visits with PAMM curators. Get a first-hand look at the artists’ work and practice through this intimate lens.

This month, artist Marielle Plaisir will join in conversation with PAMM’s Andrew W. Mellon Caribbean Cultural Institute Coordinator Iberia Pérez González. They will discuss how Plaisir approaches issues of colonialism alongside those of race and class. She examines the construction of identity by underlining common issues between US Black history and Caribbean history, including labor movements and the fight for equality through literature and philosophy.

Market and Sell your Brand through Storytelling 1/14/21

Market and Sell your Brand through Storytelling
Thursday, 01/14/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join Lauren Bordelon, Founder of Brand Good Time in this interactive seminar to learn about the following:

-Identify your target audience’s pain points – which have definitely changed over the last 6 months
-Create more effective and meaningful connections with these consumers
-Develop messaging using storytelling across your marketing channels that will influence your consumer’s purchase behaviors
-*Bonus content creation worksheet and marketing resource recommendations

Random Questions with Larry Fields: Luckner Bruno 1/5/21

Random Questions with Larry Fields: Luckner Bruno
Tuesday, 01/05/2021-, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

Random Questions with Larry Fields is FTF’s newest virtual program! Critics are saying “It’s the Show nobody’s been waiting for…”

Just as the title suggests the show is a fun, off-the-wall take on a talk show based around a series of rapid-fire random questions. Guests are all FTF alumni—both past and present, featuring performers, directors, designers, etc.—all the kinds of people who make FTF possible.

This episode features FTF alumni & local Miami talent Luckner Bruno!

This show is our way of celebrating our great and talented artists both on stage and off—and it’s a gig in the pandemic!

The show is 1 hour long and is broadcast live on Facebook and YouTube at 8pm on Tues. Jan 5th.

Arts Mean Business Speaker Series – Federico Uribe RESCHEDULED 2/11/21

Arts Mean Business Speaker Series – Federico Uribe
Thursday, 02/11/2021-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free with RSVP

Business for the Arts Broward (BFA) kicks off the New Year with its ongoing Arts Mean Business Speaker Series (AMB) featuring a free virtual presentation and live Q&A with artist Federico Uribe.

Viewers who wish to attend must email their RSVP to rvegas@bfabroward.org by Wednesday, February 10 to receive the invitation link.

A native of Bogota, Colombia, Uribe has become a prominent artist featured in North and South America, Russia, England and Italy. After completing his studies at the University of Los Andes, he left Bogota in the late 1980s to pursue a master of fine arts degree in New York. After working and studying for many years in Cuba, Mexico, Russia and England, he finally settled in Miami, where he resides today.

Beginning his art career strictly as a painter who created sensual and brooding canvases influenced by his dark reflections on the Catholic sense of pain, guilt and sexuality, Uribe later expanded his work to create unique installations and sculptures in the mid-90s. His current work resists classification and emerges from intertwining everyday objects like bullet shells, pencils, neckties or electric wires in surprising ways to create boldly beautiful paintings and sculptures which become instruments of a new aesthetic, full of color, irony and lively playfulness.

AMB is just one of several ways BFA supports local artists while fostering cultural vitality, creative success and economic development. BFA continuously supports the local arts community and promotes local artists, cultural non-profits and diverse art-related projects. BFA annually hosts several events in addition to AMB, including Art & Soul, Art in the Workplace, Art Curation and Art+Stroll.

Dance NOW! Miami presents This Moment, Here 1/10/21

Dance NOW! Miami presents This Moment, Here
Sunday, 01/10/2021-01/10/2021, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: $10

This Moment, Here is a commentary on the “time of Corona,” told through the language of dance. The confinement, isolation, rage, longing, confrontation, disbelief, optimism and camaraderie that make up the world’s shared experiences during these turbulent months are the inspiration for this one-act ballet. With choreography by DNM Co-Founders and Artistic Directors Hannah Baumgarten and Diego Salterini, the piece was developed building on personal stories of company members and others. “This Moment, Here” features original music by Federico Bonacossa, costumes by Haydee and Maria Morales and set and lighting design by Bruce F. Brown, all long-time DNM collaborators.

Tickets for the Sunday, January 10, 7:00 pm (Eastern time) performance are $10. Buyers will receive a password for viewing the live event on the Dance NOW! Miami YouTube channel. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at http://dancenowmiami.org. For more information and to request materials in accessible format, visit the website or contact Dance NOW! at +1 (305) 975-8489 and info@dancenowmiami.org. Season 20/21 video trailer can be viewed here https://youtu.be/LdoUN_UoBn0

CREW Miami Presents: 2021 Economic Update 1/12/21

CREW Miami Presents: 2021 Economic Update
Tuesday, 01/12/2021-, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
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Cost: Complimentary for Members and Nonmembers

Join us for our annual Economic Outlook luncheon, as national economist Hugh Kelly makes his 24th presentation to CREW-Miami. Hugh will share his economic forecast for this coming year, and present his analysis of the commercial real estate market from his 2021 Emerging Trends in Real Estate report.

Registration: Complimentary for Members and Nonmembers

Location: Zoom
Please check your registration confirmation email for Zoom details

MOCA North Miami Hosts Haitian Independence Day Celebration Featuring Inez Barlatier, Jan Sebon and Fabienne Josaphat 1/1/21

MOCA North Miami Hosts Haitian Independence Day Celebration Featuring Inez Barlatier, Jan Sebon and Fabienne Josaphat
Friday, 01/01/2021-, 07:00 pm-
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Cost: Free

In honor of Haitian Independence Day, the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) is proud to host Haitian-American multidisciplinary artist Inez Barlatier, musician and surrealist visual artist Jan Sebon, and author Fabienne Josaphat for an intimate program of music and poetry on Jan. 1. This virtual performance coincides with the museum’s current exhibition “Life & Spirituality in Haitian Art: Selection from the Betty and Isaac Rudman Trust Collection,” on view through March 14, 2021.

Initiated by the voodoo ceremony of Bois Caïman on the night of August 14, 1791, The Haitian Revolution represents one of the key turning points in the history of the western world and human rights. Led by enslaved Africans in the French colony of Saint Domingue, the revolution resulted in the abolition of slavery in the colony, the first to do so in the western world, and the birth of Haiti on January 1 of 1804. Today, Haitian in Haiti and the diaspora celebrate their Independence in honor of a line of ancestors that fought for their freedom. At the center of the celebration is Soup Joumou, a traditional soup that becomes a symbol of their freedom. MOCA North Miami is pleased to celebrate our Haitian community.

The acts include:

Inez Barlatier is a Haitian-American multidisciplinary artist. At the age of 12 years old, she joined her father’s band, Jan Sebon & Kazak International. Inez later led her own band, Kazoots, for 6 years. She has received a Knight Arts Champion, a L.E.A.P. and an Artist Relief grant supporting her ongoing projects. Inez developed a children’s show entitled “Ayiti: Stories & Songs from Haiti” which was selected as a Spotlight presentation at the 2020 International Performance Art for Youth Conference.

Jan Sebon is a musician and visual artist from Haiti. He is a staple in Miami as pioneering Haitian Jazz music in Miami with his band Koleksyon Kazak. Sebon has hosted political radio shows in Haiti resulting in him being exiled and moving to Miami at the age of 22. He later became an activist and community organizer, fighting for Haitian immigrant rights and hosting another radio show on WDNA in Miami. He has been performing in Miami for over 30 years and has toured internationally while being a former board member at the Miami Light Project. Sebon is also a masterful African and Haitian drummer and surrealist visual artist.

Fabienne Josaphat is the author of Dancing in the Baron’s Shadow, a debut novel released with Unnamed Press and translated into French by Calmann-Levy. Her essay, Summer is an Empty House, recently made the Notable Essays mentions in Best American Essays 2016. Her fiction, non-fiction and poetry have been featured in the African American Review, The Master’s Review, Grist Journal, Damselfly, Hinchas de Poesia, Off the Coast Journal and The Caribbean Writer, as well as in Eight Miami Poets, a Jai-Alai Books poetry anthology. She was recently a national juror for the 2019 Scholastic Awards. She lives in South Florida.

The panel will be free and open to the public via the Zoom video conferencing platform.

To reserve a spot, please visit https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CGhGWRjKTZWz5vOjZ-wwtw

DigiMarCon At Home 2021 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference 4/28/21

DigiMarCon At Home 2021 – Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference
Sunday, 04/28/2021-04/29/2021, 09:30 am-04:30 pm
Website
Cost: $147

DigiMarCon At Home 2021 is your chance to …
– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
– Network with thought leaders, collaborate with your peers and build your professional network.

The 6th annual DigiMarCon At Home, the Premier Virtual Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference will be held April 28th to 29th, 2021, available live stream and on-demand. Join your peers online for 2-days jam packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy and networking.

Immerse yourself in topics like digital strategy, programmatic advertising, web experience management, usability / design, mobile marketing & retargeting, customer engagement, user acquisition, social media marketing, targeting & optimization, video marketing, data science & big data, web analytics & A/B testing, email marketing, content marketing, conversion rate optimization, search engine optimization, paid search marketing, geo-targeting, predictive analysis & attribution, growth hacking, conversion rate optimization, growth marketing tools, marketing & sales automation, sustainable growth strategies, product marketing & UX / UI and much, much more!

At DigiMarCon At Home 2021, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thought will be challenged, new ways of thinking will emerge, and you will leave with your head, notebooks and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency / team / account to even greater success.

Be a part of DigiMarCon At Home 2021 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world.

See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.

For more details visit https://digimarconathome.com.

Virtual Holiday Soul Concert 12/24/20

Virtual Holiday Soul Concert
Thursday, 12/24/2020-, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
Facebook
Cost:

Celebrate the holiday season with a fun, and funky concert from the comfort of your own home! This Virtual Holiday Soul Concert will feature some of the best musicians in South Florida performing your favorite Holiday tunes in a R&B, jazz and soul style. Enjoy new versions of classics like “Jingle Bells”, “Let it Snow”, and also fun takes on “Santa Baby”, and more.

Popular vocalist Nikki Kidd, a Miami native and graduate of the University of Miami School of Music, will brighten your holiday season with her gorgeous voice. Winner of Miami New Times “Best of Miami” award and also featured in Legacy Magazine’s 40 under 40, Nikki leads her own stellar band and has also worked with KC and the Sunshine Band, Mary Wilson, Gloria Estefan, Michael Bublé, and more. For this special performance she will be joined by the region’s very best musicians to deliver an unforgettable experience for all.

Tune into our Facebook or YouTube on Dec. 24th at 8pm.
facebook.com/ftfshows
youtube.com/channel/UC6dBLv9GNfiBu9w2O3_UzrA/featured

This is a free event although donations are welcome!
https://web.ovationtix.com/…/alldonations/24029/dept/1651

Sponsored by: State of Florida Division of Cultural Affairs, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, Broward County Division of Cultural Affairs, Funding Arts Broward and National Endowment for the Arts.

The Betsy-South Beach Announces Exhibitions for 2020/21 12/15/20

The Betsy-South Beach Announces Exhibitions for 2020/21
Sunday, 12/15/2020-, 04:00 pm-06:00 pm
Virtual Location
Cost: FREE

The Betsy Hotel (thebetsyhotel.com), a luxury boutique hotel, located on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach, announces new exhibitions in 25,000 sq ft of exhibition space, curated by Lesley Goldwasser Plutzik, co-owner of the Hotel. Media interviews with artists, and docent tours are available for critics, collectors, and the public with masks and social distancing required, starting December 18, 2020. Exhibitions will be in place for the 2020/21 season. Contact dBriggs@thebetsyhotel.com for more info.

EXHIBITIONS OVERVIEW -2020/21 Season
● Inside: Nine collections featuring: Carlos Betancourt, Hassan Hajjaj, Barbara Hulanicki, Alessandro Sarno, Ricardo Cavolo, Karl Stoecker, Carlos Andres Cruz, Robin Hill, and Paul Saltzman. https://bit.ly/3fXW3bV

● Outside: Empathy Time is a social justice installation by Nuria Richards on #TheBetsyOrb honors George Floyd. https://bit.ly/3ly42NQ. (Debuted November 26 and will run thru December 31 from 7 PM until 1 AM nightly)

● Outside: ‘Temporary Vacancy’ features Pittsburgh-based performance collective, Die-Cast, streaming live from inside the hotel onto walls in the breezeway adjacent to The Betsy between Ocean Drive and Collins Avenue in a project commissioned by City of Miami Beach and the Miami Beach Visitors Bureau. https://bit.ly/3fU0XGM. (Streamed live from Dec 2 to 12 – and digitally from Dec 10-20, 2020 @ www.die-castphilly.org)

THE BETSY’S PERMANENT COLLECTION
● PUBLIC ART – In the breezeway between Ocean Dr. and Collins Ave- The Betsy Orb & Betsy Poetry Rail, designed by architect, Allan Shulman – opened in 2016 (Orb – http://hrld.us/3fU1Fnq) (Rail – https://bit.ly/36toECP)

● THE LOST BEATLES AND ROLLING STONES – 250 seldom seen images of The Beatles and Rolling Stones from the Bob Bonis Collection, opened 2012 (https://bit.ly/36q6GAV)

● ROBERT ZUCKERMAN ART – Celebrating the work of a legendary Hollywood movie set photographer with works from a humanitarian project called Kindsight and other collections. http://hrld.us/3qtRAm

● ELEVATOR ART – Making every moment count for guests traversing the property with works by Max Steven Grossman (https://bit.ly/2KSQ38B) and Andy Sweet – completed 2016 and 2019 ( https://bit.ly/3qi6xHN )

THE BETSY’S VIRTUAL ARTS SALONS, VISITING ARTIST PROGRAMS, & ONGOING CULTURAL COMMITMENT
● The Betsy Hotel debuted its virtual salon series on March 30, 2020, continuing a decade-long legacy of pre-COVID live artist conversations. To date, the current program has reached 10,000 households. The program is presented in partnership with Florida International University and other community partners. https://bit.ly/3qgWimZ

● The Betsy Hotel has a visiting artist program and has welcomed 1000+ artists for creative respite and public engagement, all writing from the desk of 3x Pulitzer Prize Finalist, Poet Hyam Plutzik (1911-62). https://bit.ly/36s0ybf

● The Betsy Hotel is home to 3 organizations: Miami Classical Music Festival, O, Miami Poetry Festival, and Supporting Women Writers in Miami (https://bit.ly/3mtm6dq) (https://bit.ly/3ojpF6t ) (https://bit.ly/33CgHZU )

● The Betsy Hotel has presented major exhibitions since the property opened in 2009. https://bit.ly/3g3XIMX
● Recent awards: Academy of American Poets (2020) for service to poets; Americans for the Arts Business Award (2018), Boutique Lifestyle and Lodging (2020) Top 2 Boutique Hotels in America. Travel + Leisure said it best: ‘An unexpected departure from bustling Ocean Drive, The Betsy has more awards than rooms.’ https://bit.ly/3mhnfny

MOCA North Miami Winter Workshops – Ages 10-13 12/21/20 – 12/31/20

MOCA North Miami Winter Workshops – Ages 10-13
Monday, 12/21/2020-12/31/2020, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm

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RSVP / Register
Cost: $40 a day or $270 for the full session for non-members

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

Young artists aged 10-13 are invited to join the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) virtually this winter break for a series of creative and interactive art workshops. Registration includes art packs with all the creative tools needed to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

Participants can sign up for as many individual sessions as they please, or the full session. Following are the Winter Workshops:

Monday, Dec. 21 ― Super Cyanotypes: Learn one of the oldest styles of photography. Gather your favorite small objects and get ready to learn about the special STEAM style of image making.

Tuesday, Dec. 22 ― Picturesque Painting: Get inspired by MOCA’s latest exhibition, “Life & Spirituality in Haitian Art,” and learn to create your own portrait painting in the style of notable Haitian artists.

Wednesday, Dec. 23 ― Beautifully Beaded: Pull inspiration from the ornate and intricate works of Raul de Nieves by viewing MOCA’s current exhibition, “Raul De Nieves: Eternal Return & the Obsidian Heart.” Create your own beaded and embroidered mask or felt face to showcase your style.

Monday, Dec. 28 ― Cast Creations: Learn all about mold making and simple casting to create unforgettable impressions out of plaster that will commemorate this moment in time.

Tuesday, Dec. 29 ― Beautiful Books: Create your own handmade book and fill your book pages with your own mixed media collage inspired by Henri Matisse.

Wednesday, Dec. 30 ― Kawaii Creatures: Create your own Kawaii creatures and learn about this unique art style from Japan.

Thursday, Dec. 31 ― Powerful Prints: Share your thoughts on the end of this year and your hopes for the new year with layered printmaking techniques.

Virtual via Zoom. The Zoom login information will be provided upon registration.

To register for the Winter Workshops, visit https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/packagetickets?tab=3&txobjid=4e5e9548-63b1-48cc-b159-2f24b08aaa5f.

MOCA North Miami Winter Workshops – Ages 6-9 12/21/20 – 12/31/20

MOCA North Miami Winter Workshops – Ages 6-9
Monday, 12/21/2020-, 10:00 am-12:00 pm

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RSVP / Register
Cost: $40 a day or $270 for the full session for non-members

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

Young artists aged 6–9 are invited to join the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami (MOCA) virtually this winter break for a series of creative and interactive art workshops. Registration includes art packs with all the creative tools needed to create one-of-a-kind masterpieces.

Participants can sign up for as many individual sessions as they please, or the full session. Following are the Winter Workshops:

Monday, Dec. 21 ― Super Cyanotypes: Learn one of the oldest styles of photography. Gather your favorite small objects and get ready to learn about the special STEAM style of image making.

Tuesday, Dec. 22 ― Picturesque Painting: Get inspired by MOCA’s latest exhibition, “Life & Spirituality in Haitian Art,” and learn to create your own portrait painting in the style of notable Haitian artists.

Wednesday, Dec. 23 ― Beautifully Beaded: Pull inspiration from the ornate and intricate works of Raul de Nieves by viewing MOCA’s current exhibition, “Raul De Nieves: Eternal Return & the Obsidian Heart.” Create your own beaded and embroidered mask or felt face to showcase your style.

Monday, Dec. 28 ― Cast Creations: Learn all about mold making and simple casting to create unforgettable impressions out of plaster that will commemorate this moment in time.

Tuesday, Dec. 29 ― Beautiful Books: Create your own handmade book and fill your book pages with your own mixed media collage inspired by Henri Matisse.

Wednesday, Dec. 30 ― Kawaii Creatures: Create your own Kawaii creatures and learn about this unique art style from Japan.

Thursday, Dec. 31 ― Powerful Prints: Share your thoughts on the end of this year and your hopes for the new year with layered printmaking techniques.

Virtual via Zoom. The Zoom login information will be provided upon registration.

To register for the Winter Workshops, visit https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/packagetickets?tab=3&txobjid=4e5e9548-63b1-48cc-b159-2f24b08aaa5f.

Online Camp: Winter Mystery Basket (Ages 8-15 / 3-day) 12/28/20,12/29/20,12/30/20

Online Camp: Winter Mystery Basket (Ages 8-15 / 3-day)
Monday, 12/28/2020-12/30/2020, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Website
Cost: 75

Camp Description

We’re excited to launch a robust online version of our signature summer cooking camps using live, interactive zoom lessons. Designed to provide children ages 8 to 15 the opportunity to gather together from the comforts of home as we have fun together in the Kitchen.

Limited-size live classes are full of excitement and connection, featuring two recipes each day. We’ll master new kitchen skills from reading recipes and measuring wet/dry ingredients to knife skills as we work our way towards Kitchen independence. Get ready for some kitchen fun – this will be the highlight of your week!

Winter Mystery Basket
Calling all chefs! Cooking shows have nothing on Taste Buds Kitchen’s tasty cooking extravaganzas. Join us as we cook our way through mystery baskets and surprise ingredients to prepare both savory and sweet treats while staying warm and cozy in your Kitchen. Who wouldn’t love to bake some delightful Cheese Twists to Pizza Cupcakes and Apple Spiced Cupcakes. Add your own spin on our classic recipes as you create something truly amazing. Let’s get cooking!

All recipes are vegetarian. If your family has food allergies, many recipes can be easily adjusted in your home to fit gluten-free, dairy-free or egg-free needs.

Registration is by the week.

What’s Included:

Live 2 hour camp experience Monday to Friday
Shopping list and recipes emailed prior
Ingredient Kit add-on available
Parents “How To” video with five tips on how to make our online experience as easy as possible for parents
How This Works

Live Online Class:
We’ll be sharing the same amazing culinary entertainment you’d get if you were in our Kitchen, except you can be in your jammies (no judgement here).

Participation:
Participation is for children with an adult present to chaperone and assist as needed. Siblings are welcome to cook together with sibling registration. Our goal is for the kids to do as much of the cooking as they can. Depending on the day we will be using knives, peelers, zesters/graters and the oven throughout our series so based on your child’s age and kitchen comfort, you will be their sous-chef as needed. Otherwise, we want parents to sit back and enjoy!

Shopping List & Ingredients
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email that includes a shopping list for the week along with the recipes so that you can purchase what you need to actively participate. Most ingredients are pantry staples and/or readily available in most grocery stores. OR, let us do the shopping and prep for you by adding on our weekly Ingredient Kit! Ingredient Kits include all ingredients (less milk) to make a family-sized portion of each recipe (i.e. 6 cupcakes). Ingredient Kits are available for those who register before 5pm on the Thursday before the camp week ahead.

Pick-Up or Delivery
Your Ingredient Kit if selected, will be available for pick-up from our Kitchen on the Sunday before your camp from 3-6pm. Delivery is also available for an additional fee.

Accessing the Class:
You will need to download the free Zoom app onto your desktop, tablet or phone before the class. You will receive a separate email that includes a Zoom link to our online class. We recommend joining from a laptop to see better but tablets work just fine as well. Please have all of your ingredients and equipment ready and waiting and your recipes out.

Spread the Word:
Please help us to spread the word to your friends and family (Referral reward of $5 for each family or friend that registers using your link). We’d love to have them cook along with us! Proceeds from online classes will go towards offsetting fixed overhead costs during this difficult time due to COVID-19. #supportsmallbusiness #TBKatHome

Want a private online class for you and your friends, an online birthday party for your child or a fun team-building corporate zoom call? We’d be happy to host you! Email miamiwest@tastebudskitchen.com to arrange.

Online Camp: Holiday Cookies Galore (Ages 8-15 / 3-day) 12/21/20,12/22/20,12/23/20

Online Camp: Holiday Cookies Galore (Ages 8-15 / 3-day)
Monday, 12/21/2020-12/23/2020, 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Website
Cost: 75

Camp Description

We’re excited to launch a robust online version of our signature summer cooking camps using live, interactive zoom lessons. Designed to provide children ages 8 to 15 the opportunity to gather together from the comforts of home as we have fun together in the Kitchen.

Limited-size live classes are full of excitement and connection, featuring two recipes each day. We’ll master new kitchen skills from reading recipes and measuring wet/dry ingredients to knife skills as we work our way towards Kitchen independence. Get ready for some kitchen fun – this will be the highlight of your week!

Holiday Cookies Galore
Come enjoy everyone’s favorite sweet holiday escape in this tasty camp where we’ll put your culinary creativity to the test. We’ll learn the techniques to making melt-in-your-mouth cookies and other holiday treats, both savory and sweet. From the classic Snickerdoodle, to Gingerbread Men and Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing; it’s up to you to add your own spin on our classic recipes to create something truly amazing. With holiday tunes and warm cookie smells, we’ll be merry elves getting ready for the holidays as each recipe becomes a masterpiece in the making!

All recipes are vegetarian. If your family has food allergies, many recipes can be easily adjusted in your home to fit gluten-free, dairy-free or egg-free needs.

All camp times are in Eastern Standard.

What’s Included:

Live 2 hour camp experience Monday to Friday
Shopping list and recipes emailed prior
Ingredient Kit add-on available
Parents “How To” video with five tips on how to make our online experience as easy as possible for parents
How This Works

Live Online Class:
We’ll be sharing the same amazing culinary entertainment you’d get if you were in our Kitchen, except you can be in your jammies (no judgement here).

Participation:
Participation is for children with an adult present to chaperone and assist as needed. Siblings are welcome to cook together with sibling registration. Our goal is for the kids to do as much of the cooking as they can. Depending on the day we will be using knives, peelers, zesters/graters and the oven throughout our series so based on your child’s age and kitchen comfort, you will be their sous-chef as needed. Otherwise, we want parents to sit back and enjoy!

Shopping List & Ingredients
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email that includes a shopping list for the week along with the recipes so that you can purchase what you need to actively participate. Most ingredients are pantry staples and/or readily available in most grocery stores. OR, let us do the shopping and prep for you by adding on our weekly Ingredient Kit! Ingredient Kits include all ingredients (less milk) to make a family-sized portion of each recipe (i.e. 6 cupcakes). Ingredient Kits are available for those who register before 5pm on the Thursday before the camp week ahead.

Pick-Up or Delivery
Your Ingredient Kit if selected, will be available for pick-up from our Kitchen on the Sunday before your camp from 3-6pm. Delivery is also available for an additional fee.

Accessing the Class:
You will need to download the free Zoom app onto your desktop, tablet or phone before the class. You will receive a separate email that includes a Zoom link to our online class. We recommend joining from a laptop to see better but tablets work just fine as well. Please have all of your ingredients and equipment ready and waiting and your recipes out.

Spread the Word:
Please help us to spread the word to your friends and family ($5 referral reward for each friend or family signup using your link). We’d love to have them cook along with us! Proceeds from online classes will go towards offsetting fixed overhead costs during this difficult time due to COVID-19. #supportsmallbusiness #TBKatHome

Want a private online class for you and your friends, an online birthday party for your child or a fun team-building corporate zoom call? We’d be happy to host you! Email miamiwest@tastebudskitchen.com to arrange.

Pinecrest Gardens presents Banyan Bowl Live featuring Kurt Elling 12/12/20

Pinecrest Gardens presents Banyan Bowl Live featuring Kurt Elling
Saturday, 12/12/2020-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
Buy Tickets
Cost: 15

Pinecrest Gardens presents “Banyan Bowl Live” featuring Kurt Elling

WHAT: Faced with canceling their all-star jazz series due to COVID-19, the village of Pinecrest, FL, has reimagined it as a livestream world-wide event and fundraiser for both Pinecrest Gardens and World Central Kitchen, a nonprofit founded by acclaimed international Chef José Andrés, feeding victims and medical personnel nationwide. The full series will feature Jon Secada, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Kurt Elling, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Wycliffe Gordon, Grace Kelly, Joey Alexander, and Manhattan Transfer. Tickets are $15 USD each or $87 for the entire series and may be purchased at https://jazzaid.eduvision.tv/liveevents

WHO: Renowned for his singular combination of robust swing and poetic insight, GRAMMY winner Kurt Elling has secured his place among the world’s foremost jazz vocalists. Declared “the standout male vocalist of our time” by The New York Times, Elling has garnered unprecedented accolades, including a fourteen-year run atop the DownBeat Critics Poll, a dozen GRAMMY nominations, and eight Jazz Journalists Association awards for “Male Singer of the Year.”

WHERE: Online only at https://jazzaid.eduvision.tv/liveevents

WHEN: Saturday, December 12, at 8:00 PM (20:00) USA Eastern Time

DETAILS: Elling’s most recent release, The Questions, searches for answers to the culture’s most divisive social, political and spiritual issues via the songs of Bob Dylan, Carla Bley and Leonard Bernstein, and the poetry of Rumi and Wallace Stevens. Whether transforming timeless standards or crafting his own enthralling originals, Elling balances elegant lyricism and technical mastery with emotional depth and keen observations into the human condition. “Since the mid-1990s,” hails the Washington Post, “[Elling] has come to embody the creative spirit in jazz.”

Video: https://jazzaid.eduvision.tv/Default.aspx?q=3SfVi13wT7RGTyAh1tw89HfJBhsJkHGrh7orwU%252f0YSf3WOC50cfs%252fA%253d%253d

Hosted by Tito Puente, Jr, Billboard Music Award winner, & Ceci Velasco, Executive Director of Miami Beach’s Ocean Drive Association. Music courtesy of KCC Productions.

Buskerfest Hullabaloo 2020 12/19/20

Buskerfest Hullabaloo 2020
Saturday, 12/19/2020-, 10:00 am-10:00 pm
Facebook
Cost: FREE

It’s time to say au revoir to 2020 with a salute from your favorite perennial Buskerfest Miami performers! The December Street Performance lives on, Saturday, December 19, in a day of FREE live stream performances on our Facebook Page (@buskerfestMiami). Join us for the first (and possibly last) Buskerfest 2020 Hullabaloo!

Buskerfest Miami is a collaborative organization dedicated to improving civic life through public street performance.

We strive for a connected, thriving urban core where the streets of Miami are active and enlivened with local performers, enjoyed by people of all ages and walks of life. We envision a joyous place that is reflective of the tropical urban landscape and attractive to locals and visitors alike.
We seek to bring this vision to life by:
Building a network of local musicians, visual artists, dancers, poets, acrobats and more.
Uniting private and non-profit organizations for events and performances.
Supporting efforts to recognize the constitutional rights of public performers.
Keeping local government involved in our efforts.
Engaging community stakeholders to help integrate our neighborhoods and districts.
Re-imagining the use and function of Miami’s public spaces

Fourth Annual John Marshall Everglades Symposium 12/11/20

Fourth Annual John Marshall Everglades Symposium
Friday, 12/11/2020-, 10:00 am-04:45 pm
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

The Everglades Foundation has been at the epicenter of Everglades restoration advocacy since the inception of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan. This year’s Fourth Annual John Marshall Everglades Symposium will be a celebration of the 20th anniversary of CERP with a focus on the importance of restoration to Florida’s environment, economy, and future.

The virtual event, to be held in a series of panels throughout the day on Friday December 11th between 10:00 am to 4:45 pm, will bring together key players in Everglades restoration into four panel discussions — The Journey of CERP; Our Clean Water Economy; The Next 20 Years; and Future Leaders in Everglades Restoration.

Panelists include: South Florida Water Management District Chairman of the Governing Board Chauncey Goss; Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Noah Valenstein; Captains for Clean Water Co-Founder & Program Director Chris Whittman; Local 10 Reporter Glenna Milberg; Maverick Boat Group President Scott Deal; and Encounters in Excellence Co-Founder and Filmmaker Richard Kern.

The Symposium is free of cost and participants can register to attend each individual panel at: https://www.evergladesfoundation.org/john-marshall-symposium

Baila with Marisol Blanco 12/29/20

Baila with Marisol Blanco
Tuesday, 12/29/2020-12/29/2020, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
Website
Cost: Free

Let’s get together for a fun way to get healthy even from home! Dancer and Master Instructor Marisol Blanco teaches Cuban Social dances and AfroCuban basics for free on Tuesday nights. Marisol’s course spans the history, songs, steps, beats, passion, mysticism, and intensity of Cuban folklore and culture. She’ll cover traditional popular ballroom/salon dances: Danzon, Mambo, Chachacha, Pilon, Mozambique, Son and Casino; Cuban identity dances: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco and Columbia, and the Havana Carnival Dance, The Conga. She’ll also teach AfrioCuban Heritage Dances, including Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) and Haitian (Loaces).

Join us on Instagram Live this Tuesday, December 29, starting at 7 p.m. bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

¡Acompáñenos a mantenernos activos y sanos desde casa moviéndonos al ritmo de la danza y el baile! La bailarina y maestra Marisol Blanco enseña danzas sociales cubanas y conceptos básicos afrocubanos los martes por la noche. El curso de Marisol abarca la historia, canciones, pasos, ritmos, pasión, misticismo e intensidad del folklore y la cultura cubana. Marisol cubrirá los bailes populares tradicionales de salón / salón de baile: Danzón, Mambo, Chachachá, Pilón, Mozambique, Son y Casino; Bailes de identidad cubana: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco y Columbia, y el Baile de Carnaval de La Habana, La Conga. También enseñará Danzas del Patrimonio afrocubano, incluyendo Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) y Haitiano (Loaces).

Únanse a nosotros en Instagram Live este martes, el 29 de diciembre, a partir de las 7 p.m.
bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

Baila with Marisol Blanco 12/22/20

Baila with Marisol Blanco
Tuesday, 12/22/2020-12/22/2020, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
Website
Cost: Free

Let’s get together for a fun way to get healthy even from home! Dancer and Master Instructor Marisol Blanco teaches Cuban Social dances and AfroCuban basics for free on Tuesday nights. Marisol’s course spans the history, songs, steps, beats, passion, mysticism, and intensity of Cuban folklore and culture. She’ll cover traditional popular ballroom/salon dances: Danzon, Mambo, Chachacha, Pilon, Mozambique, Son and Casino; Cuban identity dances: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco and Columbia, and the Havana Carnival Dance, The Conga. She’ll also teach AfrioCuban Heritage Dances, including Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) and Haitian (Loaces).

Join us on Instagram Live this Tuesday, December 22, starting at 7 p.m. bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

¡Acompáñenos a mantenernos activos y sanos desde casa moviéndonos al ritmo de la danza y el baile! La bailarina y maestra Marisol Blanco enseña danzas sociales cubanas y conceptos básicos afrocubanos los martes por la noche. El curso de Marisol abarca la historia, canciones, pasos, ritmos, pasión, misticismo e intensidad del folklore y la cultura cubana. Marisol cubrirá los bailes populares tradicionales de salón / salón de baile: Danzón, Mambo, Chachachá, Pilón, Mozambique, Son y Casino; Bailes de identidad cubana: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco y Columbia, y el Baile de Carnaval de La Habana, La Conga. También enseñará Danzas del Patrimonio afrocubano, incluyendo Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) y Haitiano (Loaces).

Únanse a nosotros en Instagram Live este martes, el 22 de diciembre, a partir de las 7 p.m.
bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

Baila with Marisol Blanco 12/15/20

Baila with Marisol Blanco
Tuesday, 12/15/2020-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Let’s get together for a fun way to get healthy even from home! Dancer and Master Instructor Marisol Blanco teaches Cuban Social dances and AfroCuban basics for free on Tuesday nights. Marisol’s course spans the history, songs, steps, beats, passion, mysticism, and intensity of Cuban folklore and culture. She’ll cover traditional popular ballroom/salon dances: Danzon, Mambo, Chachacha, Pilon, Mozambique, Son and Casino; Cuban identity dances: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco and Columbia, and the Havana Carnival Dance, The Conga. She’ll also teach AfrioCuban Heritage Dances, including Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) and Haitian (Loaces).

Join us on Instagram Live this Tuesday, December 15, starting at 7 p.m. bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

¡Acompáñenos a mantenernos activos y sanos desde casa moviéndonos al ritmo de la danza y el baile! La bailarina y maestra Marisol Blanco enseña danzas sociales cubanas y conceptos básicos afrocubanos los martes por la noche. El curso de Marisol abarca la historia, canciones, pasos, ritmos, pasión, misticismo e intensidad del folklore y la cultura cubana. Marisol cubrirá los bailes populares tradicionales de salón / salón de baile: Danzón, Mambo, Chachachá, Pilón, Mozambique, Son y Casino; Bailes de identidad cubana: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco y Columbia, y el Baile de Carnaval de La Habana, La Conga. También enseñará Danzas del Patrimonio afrocubano, incluyendo Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) y Haitiano (Loaces).

Únanse a nosotros en Instagram Live este martes, el 15 de diciembre, a partir de las 7 p.m.
bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

Little Havana Social Club ¡en casa! 12/17/20

Little Havana Social Club ¡en casa!
Thursday, 12/17/2020-12/17/2020, 09:00 pm-11:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Little Havana Social Club ¡en casa! continues in December, bringing home the sounds and spirit of the Caribbean with a contemporary Miami touch. Rooted in tradition, but also electric and cosmopolitan, this monthly concert series will feature artists like Yoli Mayor, Flamenco Dance, and Cortadito.

For our next concert, on December 17th, the band Cortadito will play traditional Cuban music of the early 20th century; Flamenco Dance will bring us a contemporary Flamenco piece; and Yoli Mayor, known as the “Cuban Adele” of our Magic City, will delight with her powerful vocals.
The performances will be filmed and edited by audiovisual director and producer Juan Enis who has worked with top Spanish and Latin American Artists including Alejandro Sanz, Miguel Bose, David Bisbal, Enrique Bunbury, and La Oreja de Van Gogh. He has also directed documentaries for Spanish Television(TVE) and ARTE, the European Television Channel (French and German). Nicaraguan-born and Miami- raised artist Luis Valle, aka El Chan Guri, whose easily recognizable style blends influences from indigenous cultures, and shamanism, will contribute to the visual vocabulary of the series. An internationally recognized artist, his work can be seen throughout South Florida as he has created commissioned murals, and paintings for public art projects, corporate clients, and neighborhood initiatives.
Please join us for the next installment of Little Havana Social Club ¡en casa! hosted by the one-and-only Latin Grammy-nominated DJ and Producer Mr. Pauer, on Thursday, December 17th, starting at 9 p.m., on Facebook.

Nicole Henry Announces Her Eighth Annual Winter Concert 12/19/20

Nicole Henry Announces Her Eighth Annual Winter Concert
Saturday, 12/19/2020-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
Buy Tickets
Cost: 35 (75 VIP)

Nicole Henry announces her Eighth Annual Winter Concert “I Sing Because I’m Happy”
Online from Pinecrest Gardens

To benefit the Miami Music Project
MC Laura Jennings

“A pop-soul superwoman…confidence and mastery.” – The New York Times

Acclaimed jazz recording artist Nicole Henry will premiere her virtual concert “I Sing Because I’m Happy” on Saturday, December 19th at 8pm EST. This 8th Annual Winter Concert, which is supported by presenting sponsor Savage Ticket and benefits Miami Music Project, a 501(c)(3) will be filmed outdoors at Pinecrest Gardens in Miami and will provide a safe, front-row seat to this six-camera, 8-piece band concert experience.

Artist Nicole Henry possesses dynamic vocal abilities, impeccable phrasing, and powerful emotional resonance. Her passionate, soulful voice and heart-felt charisma have earned her a Soul Train Award for “Best Traditional Jazz Performance,” three Top-10 U.S. Billboard and HMV Japan jazz albums, and rave reviews worldwide. She has headlined stages in 20 countries with her band and has also recorded and performed with jazz greats Kirk Whalum, Gerald Clayton, the Duke Ellington Orchestra, the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra and Michael Feinstein.

Henry will celebrate the season of faith, joy and hope by sharing what inspires her to be happy in spite of the obvious challenges of the day. “I chose the theme, ‘I Sing Because I’m Happy’ because it’s been a year of uncertainty, loss and isolation, and we must make a conscious effort to stay connected with our happiness…collectively.” The concert will be hosted by award-winning TV personality Laurie Jennings and will feature a range of jazz, soul, pop, inspirational and holiday classics. Only one ticket is needed for each household and all ticket buyers will have the opportunity to watch through Dec. 26, 2020. General admission tickets are $35 and VIP tickets are $75, which include a Pre-Concert Virtual Backstage Experience, Encore Performances, a Post-Concert Zoom Meet & Greet and an Official “Nicole Henry 8th Annual Winter Concert” Beach Bag (U.S. only). Tickets are now on sale at: https://buytickets.at/nicolehenry

The benefitting non-profit organization, Miami Music Project provides free music lessons and instruments to over 850 students annually. These students come from underserved communities in Miami-Dade County and with support of Miami Music Project, 100% of the graduates from this 11-year old organization have all gone on to college with scholarships.

Media contact:
Kimberly Chmura
KCC Productions
+1 (305) 332-2623

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live 12/19/20

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live
Saturday, 12/19/2020-, 09:00 am-10:00 am
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Cost: Free

Yoga Mornings at the New World Center, presented by Jackson Health System, is a monthly community vinyasa yoga series.
To maintain the safest environment for patrons, all Yoga Mornings will be offered online via the NWS Facebook page until further notice.
This free event is suitable for all levels. No advance purchase required. Make sure to have plenty of space, a yoga mat, your favorite juice, or anything else you’d like to help you get the most out of this experience. For additional information, call the New World Symphony Box Office at 305.673.3331.
We love hearing from you. Share your Yoga Mornings experience using the hashtag #NWSYogaMornings!
All NWS Yoga Mornings take place from 9AM – 10AM on the days listed below.
Upcoming NWS Yoga Mornings:
Saturday, December 19
Saturday, January 9
Saturday, February 6
Saturday, March 6
Saturday, April 3
Saturday, May 15

Live from our Living Room: NWS Fellows 12/18/20

Live from our Living Room: NWS Fellows
Friday, 12/18/2020-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Our next Live from our Living Room performance is just around the corner! This series features NWS Fellows performing live chamber music concerts. What began from their home in Miami Beach last March when the pandemic first struck, is now broadcasting from the New World Center stage (safely & within CDC and local guidelines). The next live stream concert will feature performances by Fellows, alumni, and guests including Violin Fellow Katherine Kobylarz and Piano Fellow Kevin Ritenauer performing music by Andy Akiho and more! Each Live from our Living Room is streamed on Facebook Live and includes Fellow remarks and an opportunity to chat with the Fellows throughout the performances and ask any questions you may have. Make sure you mark your calendars and join us on Friday, December 18th at 7:00 p.m. EST, LIVE on @NewWorldSymphony’s Facebook page! To learn more, visit: nwsym.ph/3eVbNvG.

Check out the evening program below:

Andy Akiho Hammers for Violin and Toy Piano (2019)

Sergei Prokofiev Sonata in C major for Two Violins, Op. 56 (1932)
Andante cantabile
Allegro
Commodo (quasi allegretto)
Allegro con brio

Alfred Schnittke Moz-Art (after K. 416d) for Two Violins (1978)

Béla Bartók Selections from 44 Duos for Two Violins, Sz.98, BB 104 (1931)
No. 37: Prelude and Canon
No. 39: Serbian Dance
No. 28: Sorrow
No. 43: Pizzicato
No. 44: Transylvanian Dance

Anonymous Danzón Guinda
As played by Juan Reynoso
Arranged by Paul Anastacio

Brian Raphael Nabors Sonata for Cello and Piano (2017)
Pesante
Reflective
Leggiero
The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide. A laboratory for the way music is taught, presented and experienced, the New World Symphony consists of young musicians who are granted fellowships lasting up to three years. The fellowship program offers in-depth exposure to traditional and modern repertoire, professional development training and personalized experiences working with leading guest conductors, soloists and visiting faculty. Relationships with these artists are extended through NWS’s extensive distance learning via the internet.

Life Time Coral Gables Virtual Cooking and Cocktail + Mocktail Class Healthy Holiday Recipes 12/10/20

Life Time Coral Gables Virtual Cooking and Cocktail + Mocktail Class Healthy Holiday Recipes
Thursday, 12/10/2020-, 06:30 pm-07:30 pm
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

You’re invited to join us on Thursday, December 10th at 6:30pm for an hour-long live, Virtual Cooking and Cocktail + Mocktail Class! Our LifeCafe Manager, Rodrigo Alva, will walk you through two easy, healthy appetizers & cocktail (or mocktail) recipe that you can make at home this holiday season.

Below, please find the link where you can RSVP to the event as well as additional information about the event:

https://lifetime.formstack.com/forms/virtual_dec_10

Gorillaz Song Machine Live on LIVENow Virtual Event – Miami 12/13/20

Gorillaz Song Machine Live on LIVENow – Buy Tickets USD 15 – Virtual Event – Miami
Sunday, 12/13/2020-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
RSVP / Register
Cost: Virtual Ticket: USD 15.0

Nothing is going to stop Gorillaz from performing live for you in 2020! The Gorillaz have announced their first performance in over two years, SONG MACHINE LIVE. The livestream concert will combine unique visuals from their resident animator, Jamie Hewlett, with the Gorillaz performing their new album, Song Machine Season One – Strange Timez. Only on LIVENow.

Venue Details: Online, Miami, Florida, 33101, United States

Life Time Coral Gables Virtual Cooking and Cocktail + Mocktail Class Healthy Holiday Recipes 12/10/20

Life Time Coral Gables Virtual Cooking and Cocktail + Mocktail Class Healthy Holiday Recipes
Thursday, 12/10/2020-, 06:30 pm-07:30 pm
Facebook
Cost: Free

You’re invited to join us on Thursday, December 10th at 6:30pm for an hour-long live, Virtual Cooking and Cocktail + Mocktail Class! Our LifeCafe Manager, Rodrigo Alva, will walk you through two easy, healthy appetizers & cocktail (or mocktail) recipe that you can make at home this holiday season.

Below you will find the link where you can RSVP:

https://lifetime.formstack.com/forms/virtual_dec_10

Learn What Shines and Shimmers for New Year’s Eve on the Next In Style with The Galleria Free Virtual Series on Facebook Live 12/15/20

Learn What Shines and Shimmers for New Year’s Eve on the Next In Style with The Galleria Free Virtual Series on Facebook Live
Tuesday, 12/15/2020-, 05:30 pm-06:00 pm
Facebook
Cost: Free, Facebook Live Event

Watch and learn as hosts Carlos Marrero and Lisa Opie showcase fashions that shimmer and shine for New Year’s Eve on the next segment of The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale’s In Style with The Galleria virtual series. Tune-in to Facebook Live on Tuesday, December 15, at 5:30 p.m., for this timely shopping segment to help effortlessly ring-in the new year.

In Style with The Galleria, produced by the mall to showcase fashion, beauty, health and other shopping trends/items, is the third virtual series created by The Galleria to entertain and inform South Florida audiences during COVID-19 quarantine. This series joins Happy Hour with The Galleria and the popular Cooking with The Galleria featuring Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo which can be viewed on demand at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

Extended holiday hours for The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale begin December 6. Please visit galleriamall-fl.com/galleria-2020-holiday-hours for a full schedule. Dining establishments including Seasons 52, The Capital Grille, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro and Blue Martini offer full-service dining and take-out and may have varying hours. The mall continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines.

For additional upcoming virtual events and information about The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, please visit facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale. Patrons may also call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

Live Studio Visits: Carlos Estévez with Maritza Lacayo 12/10/2020

Live Studio Visits: Carlos Estévez with Maritza Lacayo
Thursday, 12/10/2020-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join us for Pérez Art Museum Miami’s (PAMM) Live Studio Visits, a series that highlights local artists through virtual visits with PAMM curators. Get a first-hand look at the artists’ work and practice through this intimate lens.

This month, artist Carlos Estévez will join in conversation with PAMM Curatorial Assistant and Publications Coordinator Maritza Lacayo. They will discuss his deep interest in the questions of human spirituality that animate his work. The imagery that populates his paintings, drawings, sculptures, and installations bear a dreamy, child-like quality, with recurring references to marionettes, automatons, fantastical architectures, cosmic geometries, angelic beings, and strange, chimerical creatures.

Amerant Art Virtual Panel 12/8/20

Amerant Art Virtual Panel
Tuesday, 12/08/2020-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Building on a 40-year legacy of supporting the arts, Amerant showcases a series of art exhibitions in its corporate spaces featuring artists whose talents inspire, entertain and amaze. During these unusual times, when we are all practicing social distancing, Amerant decided to adopt a new approach to continue supporting the arts. We will be hosting a VIRTUAL LIVE PANEL introducing a select number of the artists from its newest exhibition at Amerant Bank’s headquarters in Coral Gables.

Join us virtually, December 8th, as we get to know the master minds behind the arts on a deeper level. We are excited to embark on this journey with you and lead the way through the virtual exhibition of Amerant Art.

Baila with Marisol Blanco 12/8/20

Baila with Marisol Blanco
Tuesday, 12/08/2020-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm

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Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

Let’s get together for a fun way to get healthy even from home! Dancer and Master Instructor Marisol Blanco teaches Cuban Social dances and AfroCuban basics for free on Tuesday nights. Marisol’s course spans the history, songs, steps, beats, passion, mysticism, and intensity of Cuban folklore and culture. She’ll cover traditional popular ballroom/salon dances: Danzon, Mambo, Chachacha, Pilon, Mozambique, Son and Casino; Cuban identity dances: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco and Columbia, and the Havana Carnival Dance, The Conga. She’ll also teach AfrioCuban Heritage Dances, including Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) and Haitian (Loaces).

Join us on Instagram Live this Tuesday, December 8, starting at 7 p.m. bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

¡Acompáñenos a mantenernos activos y sanos desde casa moviéndonos al ritmo de la danza y el baile! La bailarina y maestra Marisol Blanco enseña danzas sociales cubanas y conceptos básicos afrocubanos los martes por la noche. El curso de Marisol abarca la historia, canciones, pasos, ritmos, pasión, misticismo e intensidad del folklore y la cultura cubana. Marisol cubrirá los bailes populares tradicionales de salón / salón de baile: Danzón, Mambo, Chachachá, Pilón, Mozambique, Son y Casino; Bailes de identidad cubana: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco y Columbia, y el Baile de Carnaval de La Habana, La Conga. También enseñará Danzas del Patrimonio afrocubano, incluyendo Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) y Haitiano (Loaces).

Únanse a nosotros en Instagram Live este martes, el 8 de diciembre, a partir de las 7 p.m.
bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! – Facebook Live 12/12/20

Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! – Facebook Live
Saturday, 12/12/2020-, 11:00 am-11:30 am
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Cost: Free

The Koubek Center in collaboration with Fundación Cuatrogatos and with the support of Miami Book Fair present Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! We are re-imagining our Storybook Picnics as virtual events, encouraging kids to create their personal version of the picnics at home while joining us on our virtual picnic.

Kids can invite their favorite stuffed animals, GI Joes, dolls, and toys to join them on a blanket, or have their BFF connect at the same time!

Our 30-minute bilingual Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! will feature story time, mime and circus performances, children’s theatre, music, percussion and arts and crafts demos, and will be live-streamed. Gather your loved ones at home and join us on Facebook Live on Saturday, December 12th at 11 a.m.

With the support of Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the State of Florida Cultural Affairs Division.

bit.ly/StorybookPicnicLive

Junto a nuestros amigos de la Fundación Cuatrogatos y con el apoyo de la Feria del Libro de Miami, el Koubek Center está re-imaginando nuestros Picnics de Libros como Picnic de Libros ¡en casa!. A través de nuestros Picnics queremos alentar a los más pequeños a que se inventen su propio picnic en casa al mismo tiempo que se unan a nuestro picnic virtual.

Los niños pueden invitar a sus animalitos de peluche favoritos, sacar sus GI Joes, muñecas y juguetes, y traerlos a su manta de picnic. Y además, también pueden invitar a sus mejores amigos a que se conecten al mismo tiempo para poder compartir virtualmente juntos.

Nuestro Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! durará 30 minutos y será bilingüe. Incluirá un momento para cuentos, actuaciones de mimo y de circo, teatro de niños, música, percusión y manualidades. Reúna a sus seres queridos en casa y acompáñenos en Facebook Live el sábado, 12 de diciembre a las 11 a.m.

Gracias al apoyo del Departamento de Asuntos Culturales de Miami-Dade County y del Estado de la Florida.

bit.ly/StorybookPicnicLive

Pinecrest Gardens Presents JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl with Kurt Elling 12/12/20

Pinecrest Gardens Presents JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl with Kurt Elling
Saturday, 12/12/2020-, 08:00 pm-
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Cost: $15 OR $75/remaining 6 shows

Determined to keep the music alive this season, Pinecrest Gardens, South Florida’s Cultural Arts Park, is hosting ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ to help feed America and bring jazz masters to the homes and hearts of viewers nationwide. GRAMMY winner KURT ELLING is the next artist scheduled to perform in the concert series, which will broadcast live from the acoustically magnificent Banyan Bowl at Pinecrest Gardens at 8 p.m. EST on Saturday, December 12. During the 2020-21 concert season, jazz fans also can enjoy live-streamed performances by the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Wycliffe Gordon, Grace Kelly, Joey Alexander, and The Manhattan Transfer. The cost is $15 for an individual performance and $75 for the remaining six shows, with a generous portion of ticket sales being donated to the World Central Kitchen. Tickets can be purchased online at www.pinecrestgardens.org/jazzaid.

Africa Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow 12/1/20

Africa Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Tuesday, 12/01/2020-02/28/2021, 12:00 am-11:59 pm
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Cost: Free

Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC) presents “Africa: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow” an exhibition focused on a dialogue between established African artists born on the continent and those living in the Diaspora. Drawing on post-colonial themes, artists explore a range of issues such as national identity, economic disparity, spirituality and migration in various styles and mediums. The encounter aims to address ideas evolving out of diverse colonial conditions where artists continually adapt, quote, and critique European strategies and representations of Africa. View the exhibition at www.artinopalocka.org.

“What is Contemporary African Art” features artists Laurence Lemaoana (South Africa) and Georgina Maxim (Zimbabwe/Germany) and curator/art historian Tumelo Mosaka (South Africa/NYC). View virtual artists’ talk at: https://artinopalocka.org/fb-live-talk-artist-and-curator/.

“Agency, Subjectivity, and Space in Modern/Contemporary African Art” features artist and art historian, Thembinkosi Goniwe (South Africa). View virtual lecture at: https://artinopalocka.org/thembinkosi-goniwe-leads-a-lecture-on-modern-art/.

“Interpreting Art at All Ages” offers children of all ages an opportunity to engage with works of art in the exhibition “Africa: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow” using their observation and critical thinking skills. Their submissions will published on the Art in Opa-locka website. View youth program at: https://artinopalocka.org/olcdc-x-community-youth-project/.

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol 11/28/20 – 1/3/20

Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Saturday, 11/28/2020-01/03/2021, 09:00 pm-10:30 pm
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Cost: $50

Experience A Christmas Carol unlike any other—past, present or future. The timeless tale of Ebenezer Scrooge comes to thrilling new life as Tony Award® winner Jefferson Mays (I Am My Own Wife, Gentleman’s Guide…) plays over 50 roles in a virtuosic, master class of a performance that must be seen to be believed. This theatrical achievement comes from the haunting vision of one of Broadway’s most imaginative directors, Michael Arden (Tony-winning Best Revival – Once on this Island).

Staged exclusively for this production and captured live with breathtaking clarity, this must-watch streaming event conjures the powerful spirits of Christmas and brings all the magic of live theatre home for the holidays. The Hollywood Reporter declares, “It’s a towering achievement! You’ve seen it before, but not like this.” And the Los Angeles Times raves, “Mays is a rare gem and Arden is ingenious. For true theater lovers, there can be no better gift this season.”

Find the Perfect Gift During In Style with The Galleria Virtual Series 12/8/20

Find the Perfect Gift During In Style with The Galleria Virtual Series
Tuesday, 12/08/2020-, 05:30 pm-06:00 pm
Facebook
Cost: Free, Facebook Live Event

Take the stress out of holiday shopping and get a preview of what’s hot this season on the next segment of The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale’s In Style with The Galleria free virtual series. Join host Carlos Marrero and The Galleria’s Melissa Milroy on Facebook Live, Tuesday, December 8, at 5:30 p.m. for a fun and festive shopping segment offering tips and ideas for finding the perfect gifts.

In Style with The Galleria, produced by the mall to showcase fashion, beauty, health and other shopping trends/items, is the third free virtual series created by The Galleria to entertain and inform South Florida audiences during COVID-19 quarantine. This series joins Happy Hour with The Galleria and the popular Cooking with The Galleria featuring Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo which can be viewed on demand at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale has resumed its normal operating hours of 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, plus continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines. Retailers are open, as well as dining establishments Seasons 52, The Capital Grille and P.F. Chang’s China Bistro that are offering full-service dining and take-out. Blue Martini is now open. Please visit www.galleriamall-fl.com/current-updates-due-to-covid-19.

For additional upcoming virtual events and information about The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale, please visit facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale. Patrons may also call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

The South Beach Chamber Ensemble presents Black Voices An Evening of Music and Thought 12/6/20

The South Beach Chamber Ensemble presents Black Voices An Evening of Music and Thought
Sunday, 12/06/2020-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

The South Beach Chamber Ensemble
presents
Black VoicesS
An Evening of Music and Thought

with guest speakers Allison Matulli and Darius Daughtry
Hosted by Nicole Henry

WHAT: The South Beach Chamber Ensemble presents a FREE Livestream broadcast of the South Beach Chamber Ensemble performing chamber music by African-American and African-French composers, with poetry and performance by Allison Matulli and Darius V. Daughtry

The program comprises four works:

Joseph Bologne: String Quartet #1 in C major (1771)
Jessie Montgomery: Strum (2012)
DBR: String Quartet No. 1, “X” (1993)
George Walker: String Quartet #1(1946)

WHO: Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges (1745-1799) was a champion fencer, classical composer, virtuoso violinist, friend of Mozart and conductor of the leading symphony orchestra in Paris. Today the Chevalier de Saint-Georges is best remembered as the first known classical composer who was of African ancestry; he composed numerous string quartets and other instrumental music, and opera.

Jessie Montgomery is an acclaimed composer, violinist, and educator. She is the recipient of the Leonard Bernstein Award from the ASCAP Foundation, and her works are performed frequently around the world by leading musicians and ensembles. Her music interweaves classical music with elements of vernacular music, improvisation, language, and social justice, placing her squarely as one of the most relevant interpreters of 21st-century American sound and experience.

Daniel Bernard Roumain (“DBR”) is a prolific and endlessly collaborative composer, performer, educator, and social entrepreneur. “About as omnivorous as a contemporary artist gets” (New York Times), DBR has worked with artists from Philip Glass to Bill T. Jones to Lady Gaga; appeared on NPR, American Idol, and ESPN; and has collaborated with the Sydney Opera House and the City of Burlington, Vermont. He has been acclaimed as a violinist and activist.

George Theophilus Walker (1922-2018) was an American composer, pianist, and organist, who was the first African American to have won the Pulitzer Prize for Music for “Lilacs” in 1996. Over the course of five decades, he balanced a career as a concert pianist, teacher, and composer. In 1946, Walker composed his String Quartet #1. A string orchestra arrangement of the second movement of that work received its world premiere in a radio broadcast that was conducted by pianist Seymour Lipkin. Originally titled “Lament”, Walker later changed the title to “Lyric for Strings.” It has been one of the most frequently performed orchestral works by a living American composer.

The performers:

The South Beach Chamber Ensemble was founded in 1997 by Michael Andrews. It began with a free concert of Haydn and Dvorak Piano Trios at the Bass Museum of Art, Miami Beach. Our Music in Beautiful Spaces series has been supported by Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council and the Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs for more than 20 years. The ensemble is one of the only arts organizations in south Florida dedicated to offering affordable chamber music programs to new audiences while showcasing local musical talent. Music in Motion: Miami to Rio, August and September 2005, was a great success. Our performances of Villa-Lobos, Copland and Mendelssohn at the Villa-Lobos Museum, Rio de Janeiro and Bass Museum of Art, Miami Beach, were well received in both countries. Music in Motion: Miami-Argentina-Brazil, September 2007, included concerts and student programs in Rio de Janeiro, Salvador, Buenos Aires, Miami Beach and Miami Shores.

Tony Seepersad, violin
Ericmar Perez, violin
JT Kane, viola
Michael Andrews, cello

For more information visit http://sobechamberensemble.org/

WHEN: Sunday, December 6, 2020 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM Eastern Time (USA)

VIEW: http://sobechamberensemble.org/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/sobechamber/
YOUTUBE:https://www.youtube.com/user/sobechamberensemble

Directly from the Miami Beach Woman’s Club, founded in the wake of the devastating 1926 hurricane, by some of Miami Beach’s most renowned and influential women, with the intent of fostering neighborly friendship and community. Today in 2020, during the coronavirus pandemic, the organization will host this exciting concert devoted to the contributions of the African diaspora to the literature of classical music. The mission of the Global Arts Project is to provide greater access to live performing arts.

Black Voices is part of the
Artscape “Safe & Sound” Streaming Series
Produced by
The Global Arts Project & Collins Park Neighborhood Association

El Ensamble de la Cámera de South Beach presenta Voces Negras Una velada de música y pensamiento 12/6/20

El Ensamble de la Cámera de South Beach presenta Voces Negras Una velada de música y pensamiento
Sunday, 12/06/2020-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
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Cost: Free

EL ENSAMBLE DE LA CÁMARA DE SOUTH BEACH
presenta
VOCES NEGRAS
Una velada de música y pensamiento

con los oradores invitados Allison Matulli y Darius Daughtry
Organizado por Nicole Henry

QUÉ: South Beach Chamber Ensemble presenta una transmisión en vivo GRATUITA del South Beach Chamber Ensemble interpretando música de cámara de compositores afroamericanos y afro-franceses, con poesía e interpretación de Allison Matulli y Darius V. Daughtry

El programa consta de cuatro obras:

Joseph Bologne: Cuarteto de cuerdas # 1 en Do mayor (1771)
Jessie Montgomery: rasgueo (2012)
DBR: Cuarteto de cuerda No. 1, “X” (1993)
George Walker: Cuarteto de cuerdas # 1 (1946)

QUIÉN: Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges (1745-1799) fue un campeón de esgrima, compositor clásico, violinista virtuoso, amigo de Mozart y director de la principal orquesta sinfónica de París. Hoy en día, el Chevalier de Saint-Georges es mejor recordado como el primer compositor clásico conocido de ascendencia africana; compuso numerosos cuartetos de cuerda y otra música instrumental y ópera.

Jessie Montgomery es un compositor, violinista y educador aclamado. Ha recibido el premio Leonard Bernstein de la Fundación ASCAP y sus obras se interpretan con frecuencia en todo el mundo por destacados músicos y conjuntos. Su música entrelaza la música clásica con elementos de la música vernácula, la improvisación, el lenguaje y la justicia social, lo que la coloca directamente como una de las intérpretes más relevantes del sonido y la experiencia estadounidenses del siglo XXI.

Daniel Bernard Roumain (“DBR”) es un compositor, intérprete, educador y emprendedor social prolífico y que colabora constantemente. “Tan omnívoro como se vuelve un artista contemporáneo” (New York Times), DBR ha trabajado con artistas desde Philip Glass hasta Bill T. Jones y Lady Gaga; apareció en NPR, American Idol y ESPN; y ha colaborado con la Ópera de Sydney y la Ciudad de Burlington, Vermont. Ha sido aclamado como violinista y activista.

George Theophilus Walker (1922-2018) fue un compositor, pianista y organista estadounidense, que fue el primer afroamericano en ganar el Premio Pulitzer de Música por “Lilacs” en 1996. A lo largo de cinco décadas, equilibró una carrera como concertista de piano, profesor y compositor. En 1946, Walker compuso su String Quartet # 1. Un arreglo de orquesta de cuerdas del segundo movimiento de esa obra recibió su estreno mundial en una transmisión de radio que fue dirigida por el pianista Seymour Lipkin. Originalmente titulado “Lament”, Walker luego cambió el título a “Lyric for Strings”. Ha sido una de las obras orquestales más interpretadas por un compositor estadounidense vivo.

Los artistas:

El conjunto de cámara de South Beach fue fundado en 1997 por Michael Andrews. Comenzó con un concierto gratuito de Haydn y Dvorak Piano Trios en el Bass Museum of Art, Miami Beach. Nuestra serie Music in Beautiful Spaces ha sido apoyada por el Consejo de Artes Culturales de Miami Beach y el Departamento de Asuntos Culturales de Miami-Dade durante más de 20 años. El conjunto es una de las únicas organizaciones artísticas en el sur de Florida dedicada a ofrecer programas de música de cámara asequibles a nuevas audiencias mientras muestra el talento musical local. Music in Motion: Miami to Rio, agosto y septiembre de 2005, fue un gran éxito. Nuestras actuaciones de Villa-Lobos, Copland y Mendelssohn en el Museo Villa-Lobos, Río de Janeiro y el Museo de Arte Bass, Miami Beach, fueron bien recibidas en ambos países. Music in Motion: Miami-Argentina-Brasil, septiembre de 2007, incluyó conciertos y programas para estudiantes en Río de Janeiro, Salvador, Buenos Aires, Miami Beach y Miami Shores.

Tony Seepersad, violín
Ericmar Perez, violín
JT Kane, viola
Michael Andrews, violonchelo

Para obtener más información, visite http://sobechamberensemble.org/

CUÁNDO: Domingo 6 de diciembre de 2020 de 6:00 a 7:30 p.m., hora del este (EE. UU.)

VER: http://sobechamberensemble.org/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/sobechamber/
YOUTUBE: https: //www.youtube.com/user/sobechamberensemble

Directamente desde el Miami Beach Woman’s Club, fundado a raíz del devastador huracán de 1926, por algunas de las mujeres más famosas e influyentes de Miami Beach, con la intención de fomentar la amistad y la comunidad entre vecinos. Hoy en 2020, durante la pandemia de coronavirus, la organización acogerá este emocionante concierto dedicado a las contribuciones de la diáspora africana a la literatura de la música clásica. La misión del Global Arts Project es brindar un mayor acceso a las artes escénicas en vivo.

Black Voices es parte del
Serie de transmisión “Safe & Sound” de Artscape
Producido por
The Global Arts Project y Collins Park Neighborhood Association

Annual Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation (GHOF) Fundraiser 12/3/20

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Thursday, 12/03/2020-12/06/2020, 08:00 pm-
Virtual Location
Cost: Free (auction items’ prices vary)

The annual Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation (GHOF) fundraiser to financially support and bring awareness for ocean conservation is going virtual.

World-renowned artist, scientist, conservationist and entrepreneur Dr. Guy Harvey and his daughter, GHOF Project Manager Jessica Harvey, will broadcast from their home port of Grand Cayman, where they will take viewers on a tour through the year of GHOF research and education highlights and look back on Dr. Harvey’s lifetime of ocean conservation work. Viewers will get face to face with sharks, marlin and invited celebrity guests, including a special musical performance, all from the comfort of their own home.

Auction items will be available when the event kicks-off Dec. 3 at 8 pm EST through Sunday, Dec. 6 at 8 p.m. EST. The silent auction will feature original and reproduced Guy Harvey artwork, a fishing excursion with Dr. Harvey in the Cayman Islands, fishing trips to Panama and Costa Rica, jewelry for him and her, and other unique gift items just in time for the holidays. All of the proceeds from the evening benefit the GHOF’s ocean research and education efforts.

The annual fundraiser benefits the GHOF which conducts scientific research and hosts educational programs aimed at conserving the marine environment. The GHOF also funds affiliated researchers working to better understand our ocean ecosystem and educators helping to foster the next era of marine conservationists.

For more information, sponsorship opportunities and to make a donation visit GuyHarvey.com or e-mail GHOF@GuyHarvey.com.

SMDCAC Presents Manual Cinema’s A Christmas Carol 12/12/20

SMDCAC Presents Manual Cinema’s A Christmas Carol
Saturday, 12/12/2020-, 08:00 pm-
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Cost: $15

In this LIVE, virtual event presented by SMDCAC, interdisciplinary performance collective Manual Cinema takes on the Charles Dickens holiday classic with a visually inventive adaptation made to broadcast directly to your home. An avowed holiday skeptic, Aunt Trudy has been recruited to channel her late husband Joe’s famous Christmas cheer. From the isolation of her Chicago apartment, she reconstructs his annual Christmas Carol puppet show – over a Zoom call while the family celebrates Christmas Eve under lockdown. But as Trudy becomes more absorbed in her own version of the story, the puppets take on a life of their own, and the family’s call transforms into a stunning cinematic adaptation of Dickens’s classic ghost story. Tickets are available November 30.

12th Edition Of OUTshine LGBTQ+ Virtual Film Festival Fort Lauderdale 12/3/20,12/4/20,12/5/20,12/6/20

12th Edition Of OUTshine LGBTQ+ Virtual Film Festival Fort Lauderdale
Thursday, 12/03/2020-12/06/2020, 08:00 am-11:30 pm
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Cost: Prices for individual films are $7.50 each and value packages range from $37.50 to $100.

The 12th edition of the OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival Fort Lauderdale, a bi-annual film festival whose mission is to unite the community through social events and LGBTQ+ media that inspire, entertain, and educate, is going virtual! Building upon the success of its Miami-based virtual film festival held online earlier this year, the Fort Lauderdale edition, presented by Gilead Sciences and Broward County, will showcase 21 world-class contemplative, comedic and creative films from 11 countries, (several making their US debuts during the streaming festival). All of the films will be made available to viewers throughout the state of Florida from December 3 – 6, 2020. The festival will also host livestreamed special events with cocktail happy hours, talent and Q & A sessions as a way to virtually tie the community together.

In keeping with social distancing guidelines and community safety, this year’s festival will feature the OUTshine Drive-OUT film Cowboys (USA), a critically acclaimed drama, on Thursday, December 4, at 7 p.m. at Pier 66 Marina (2150 SE 17th Street in Fort Lauderdale). Awarded “Outstanding Performance in a U.S. Feature” at Outfest LGBT Film Festival and “Best Screenplay” at the TriBeCa Film Festival, Cowboys stars Steve Zahn (Treme’, Modern Family, Dallas Buyers Club) as Troy, a father who tries to liberate his young transgender son by taking him to Canada, but as a frustrated female detective spearheads an investigation, she discovers that the child’s family situation is more complicated than she thought. Director Anna Kerrigan has created a powerful story that propels this modern-day western forward with an uncommon emotional veracity.

Another event of note in this year’s line-up is the Saturday, December 5, 7 p.m. free community 10th anniversary screening of BearCity (USA), an outrageous, hilarious and authentic touching portrait of a group of friends trying to get by via laughing, loving and sex-ing in New York City. A virtual cast reunion and interactive Q & A will follow the film. Other highlights include the US premiere of the romantic drama Walking with Shadows (Nigeria), the award-winning international comedy-drama Goodbye Mother (Thưa mẹ con đi) (Vietnam), the award-winning international drama No Hard Feelings (Germany) and the feature thriller Through A Glass Darkly (USA). A virtual closing awards ceremony will take place on Sunday, December 6, at 8 p.m. via Zoom.

A full list of films and descriptions can be found at outshinefilm.com.

Tickets for the 12th edition of the OUTshine LGBTQ+ Virtual Film Festival Fort Lauderdale are on sale, now, at outshinefilm.com. Prices for individual films are $7.50 each and value packages range from $37.50 to $100. Opening night drive-in tickets are $40 per vehicle. OUTshine members and annual passholders receive discounts on all packages.

For additional information about OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival memberships and film packages, call (305) 751-6305 or visit outshinefilm.com. Follow us on Facebook @OUTshineFilmFestival, on Twitter @OUTshineFilm and on Instagram @OUTshineFilm.

About OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival
The OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival is a bi-annual film festival with a mission to unite the community through social events and LGBTQ+ media that inspire, entertain and educate. Launched separately – in 1998, as The Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, and in 2008, as the Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Film Festival – both editions were brought together under one brand to become the OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival. Encompassing brightness, broad appeal and dynamic multicultural locations, OUTshine is internationally acclaimed as the largest LGBTQ+ cultural arts festival in the southeastern United States. OUTrageous. OUTspoken. And OUTstanding in what we deliver. For more information, call 877-766-8156, visit us at outshinefilm.com and follow us on Facebook @OUTshineFilmFestival, on Twitter @OUTshineFilm and on Instagram @OUTshineFilm.

Conversations at MOCA: Raul de Nieves + Risa Puleo 12/3/20

Conversations at MOCA: Raul de Nieves + Risa Puleo
Thursday, 12/03/2020-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Join artist Raul De Nieves in conversation with exhibition curator Risa Puleo via Zoom as they discuss De Nieves’ exhibition “Eternal Return & the Obsidian Heart”; his history, art and performance practice; and De Nieves’ affinity for punk rock, performance and mysticism.

RSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4916045156353/WN_xdL6r3hKTcWQbdDST6npUw​

Conversations at MOCA: Life and Spirituality in Haitian Art 12/5/20

Conversations at MOCA: Life and Spirituality in Haitian Art
Saturday, 12/05/2020-, 12:00 pm-01:30 pm
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Cost: Free

Join artists Edouard Duval-Carrie and Asser Saint-Val in a conversation that pays tribute to Haiti’s rich cultural and artistic heritage as these contemporary painters discuss the history of their practice. Moderated by Francine Birbragher-Rozencwaig PhD.

RSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2216046784648/WN_SGI-hMvUR1KmwXufCnzfoQ

Virtual MOCA miniMakers: Miami Art Week Edition 12/5/20

Virtual MOCA miniMakers: Miami Art Week Edition
Saturday, 12/05/2020-, 02:00 pm-
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Cost: Free

Children ages 6–12 and their families are invited to MOCA’s signature make-and-take workshops, taught by local working artists. Creative workshops are inspired by MOCA’s current exhibitions.
Watch via Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/MOCANoMi/live/

Live from our Living Room: December 4th 12/4/20

Live from our Living Room: December 4th
Friday, 12/04/2020-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join us for our next Live from our Living Room performance! This series features NWS Fellows performing live chamber music concerts. What began from their home in Miami Beach last March when the pandemic first struck, is now broadcasting from the New World Center stage (safely & within CDC and local guidelines). The next live stream concert will feature performances by Fellows, alumni, and guests including Viola Fellow Jacquelyn O’Brien and Harp Fellow Phoebe Powell performing music by Alberto Ginastera and others! Each Live from our Living Room is streamed on Facebook Live and includes Fellow remarks and an opportunity to chat with the Fellows throughout the performances and ask any questions you may have. Make sure you mark your calendars and join us on Friday, December 4th at 7:00 p.m. EST, LIVE on @NewWorldSymphony’s Facebook page! To learn more, visit: https://nwsym.ph/3pqnr6p.

Check out the evening program below:

Alberto Ginastera: Variaciones concertantes (1953)
I. Theme for Cello and Harp (Adagio molto espressivo)

Paul Hindemith Der Schwanendreher (The Swan Turner) (1935)
II. “Now grow leaves, little linden tree, grow leaves”: Very calm – Fugato: “The Cuckoo Sat on the Fence”

Astor Piazzolla Le Grand Tango (1982)

Max Reger Suite No. 2 in D major for Solo Viola, Op. 131d (1914-15)
Con moto (non troppo vivace)
Andante
Allegretto – Quasi meno mosso – Allegretto
Vivace

César Franck Sonata in A major for Violin and Piano (1886)
Allegro ben moderato
Allegro
Ben moderato: Recitativo – Fantasia
Allegretto poco mosso

Upcoming Dates for Live from our Living Room Series:
Friday, December 18 at 7:00 PM

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide. A laboratory for the way music is taught, presented and experienced, the New World Symphony consists of young musicians who are granted fellowships lasting up to three years. The fellowship program offers in-depth exposure to traditional and modern repertoire, professional development training and personalized experiences working with leading guest conductors, soloists and visiting faculty. Relationships with these artists are extended through NWS’s extensive distance learning via the internet.

Virtual Sunday Stories: Miami Art Week Edition 12/6/20

Virtual Sunday Stories: Miami Art Week Edition
Sunday, 12/06/2020-, 11:30 am-
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Cost: Free

Children ages 1–5 enjoy a story reading from “Shante Keys and the New Year’s Peas” by Gail Piernas-Davenport and Marion Eldridge, followed by a hands-on early childhood art project. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to stay and create with their children.
Watch via Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/MOCANoMi/live/

Virtual MOCA Tour 11/29/20

Virtual MOCA Tour
Sunday, 11/29/2020-, 03:00 pm-
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Cost: Free

On Sunday, Nov. 29 and Dec. 6 at 3:00 p.m., MOCA’s Curator of Education Amanda Covach will provide a virtual tour of MOCA’s current exhibitions “Raúl De Nieves: Eternal Return & The Obsidian Heart” and “Life and Spirituality in Haitian Art,” Selection from the Betty and Isaac Rudman Trust Collection.

RSVP for Nov. 29 Virtual Tour: http://bit.ly/MOCA1129
RSVP for Dec. 6 Virtual Tour: http://bit.ly/MOCA1206

SMDCAC Presents Manual Cinema’s A Christmas Carol 12/19/20

SMDCAC Presents Manual Cinema’s A Christmas Carol
Saturday, 12/19/2020-, 08:00 pm-
Website
Cost: $15

In this LIVE, virtual event presented by SMDCAC, interdisciplinary performance collective Manual Cinema takes on the Charles Dickens holiday classic with a visually inventive adaptation made to broadcast directly to your home. An avowed holiday skeptic, Aunt Trudy has been recruited to channel her late husband Joe’s famous Christmas cheer. From the isolation of her Chicago apartment, she reconstructs his annual Christmas Carol puppet show – over a Zoom call while the family celebrates Christmas Eve under lockdown. But as Trudy becomes more absorbed in her own version of the story, the puppets take on a life of their own, and the family’s call transforms into a stunning cinematic adaptation of Dickens’s classic ghost story.

Tickets are available November 30: https://smdcac.org/events/manual-cinemas-christmas-carol

SMDCAC Presents Manual Cinema’s A Christmas Carol 12/20/20

SMDCAC Presents Manual Cinema’s A Christmas Carol
Sunday, 12/20/2020-, 04:00 pm-
Website
Cost: $15

In this LIVE, virtual event presented by SMDCAC, interdisciplinary performance collective Manual Cinema takes on the Charles Dickens holiday classic with a visually inventive adaptation made to broadcast directly to your home. An avowed holiday skeptic, Aunt Trudy has been recruited to channel her late husband Joe’s famous Christmas cheer. From the isolation of her Chicago apartment, she reconstructs his annual Christmas Carol puppet show – over a Zoom call while the family celebrates Christmas Eve under lockdown. But as Trudy becomes more absorbed in her own version of the story, the puppets take on a life of their own, and the family’s call transforms into a stunning cinematic adaptation of Dickens’s classic ghost story.

Tickets are available November 30: https://smdcac.org/events/manual-cinemas-christmas-carol

Unity Through Art 12/3/20

Unity Through Art
Thursday, 12/03/2020-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
RSVP / Register
Cost: $360

Hillel at FIU Presents ‘Unity Through Art,’ a virtual discussion taking place on December 3 from the home of Alan Kluger and Amy Dean, Founding member of Kluger Kaplan P.L., and Retired Judge, respectively. Moderated by Laura Raiffe, Alan and Amy will talk about art with renowned contemporary artists and curators, including Tschabalala Self, Xaviera Simmons, & David Castillo. A donation of $360 or more gives you a complimentary ticket to the virtual art discussion.

Hope for the Holidays 12/3/20

Hope for the Holidays
Thursday, 12/03/2020-, 05:00 pm-
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Cost: $20

Hope for the Holidays presented by JM Family Enterprises and Bank of America will bring you an exclusive experience of holiday “How-Tos” that you can do in the leisure of your own home. Join us for an evening of fun, do-it-yourself holiday activities, comprised of interior design tips, cocktails and cuisines, along with behind the scenes information on your local Red Cross. Proceeds will support our disaster response and relief efforts.

Wine.com Virtual Champagne Tasting 12/1/20

Wine.com Virtual Champagne Tasting
Tuesday, 12/01/2020-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Cost: 0

Wine.com’s Wine Educator, Gwendolyn Osborn, will be leading the conversation with three of Champagne’s highest acclaimed winemakers as they discuss the Champagne region, home to the world’s most prized bubbly. Special guests will include Chef de Caves Benoît Gouez (Moet & Chandon), Didier Mariotti (Veuve Clicquot), and Frédéric Panaiotis (Ruinart) who will talk through the history, wine portfolio, and distinctive styles of each brand.
During the event, guests will have the opportunity to experience a unique tasting of all three champagnes. To participate, order your package of three 375mL bottles of Veuve Clicquot, Moet, and Ruinart through Wine.com. Separately register for the event through the link below.

Register here: https://wine.zoom.us/webinar/register/8816052012334/WN_WbyF-Z5SRMKGs4ma0J8EeA

Purchase champagne tasting trio here: https://www.wine.com/product/champagne-tasting-trio-375ml-half-bottles/686436?s=taste-champagne#promoBarModal

Virtual Views: MY BODY, MY RULES 12/5/20

Virtual Views: MY BODY, MY RULES
Saturday, 12/05/2020-, 02:00 pm-09:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join PAMM for a special look into the recently opened group exhibition MY BODY, MY RULES, organized by Jennifer Inacio, PAMM Associate Curator. Inacio will highlight selected exhibition works that focus on performance as she discusses exhibition themes such as women’s authority and power over their own experiences and mainstream ideals imposed on the image of the female body.

Virtual Visit from Santa Claus! 12/12/20

Virtual Visit from Santa Claus!
Saturday, 12/12/2020-12/12/2020, 10:00 am-12:45 pm
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Cost: $35

Santa Claus is coming safely into your own home directly from the North Pole to visit your child!
Our Virtual Visit from Santa Claus brings 45 minutes of fun and excitement, the session includes a personalized Santa greeting filled with games, stories, and Holiday music via Zoom.

3 Sessions Available
Session 1 – 10 am to 10:45 am • 15 kids*
Session 2 – 11am to 11:45 am • 15 kids*
Session 3 – 12 pm to 12:45 pm • 15 Kids*
• Kids will be sharing the session with up to fifteen other ticket holders*

Also, every child will receive a Personalized Santa Nice List Certificate & 2 tickets for Crayola Experience Orlando* *Limited to 4 tickets per family.

Homebuying 101 12/2/20

Homebuying 101
Wednesday, 12/02/2020-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: free

This presentation covers the basics of the homebuying process and gets you best prepared to find your dream home. You’ll learn:

The steps involved in the homebuying process
The variety of lending options available when trying to buy a home
Everything you’ll need to have for a successful closing
And more!

BrightStar Credit Union – Buying a Home in Today’s Market 12/9/20

BrightStar Credit Union – Buying a Home in Today’s Market
Wednesday, 12/09/2020-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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Cost: Free

This presentation discusses the current home market and how you can best prepare for success when looking to buy or sell your home. You’ll learn:

Details about the current buying and selling markets

Where are home values headed over the next year

How real estate agents help you buy/sell your home

And more!

Freedland Harwin Valori, PL Raising Funds for Annual Harvest Drive Through Dec. 1 11/17/20, 11/18/20, 11/19/20, 11/20/20, 11/21/20, 11/22/20, 11/23/20, 11/24/20, 11/25/20, 11/26/20, 11/27/20, 11/28/20, 11/29/20, 11/30/20, 12/1/20

Freedland Harwin Valori, PL Raising Funds for Annual Harvest Drive Through Dec. 1
Tuesday, 11/17/2020-12/01/2020, 12:00 am-
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Cost:

Fort Lauderdale-based Freedland Harwin Valori, PL (FHV), along with the Rotary Club of Weston and Huntington Learning Center, are asking for the community’s support to raise funds for the annual Harvest Drive, which helps feed families in need. The organizations will be collecting funds through Tuesday, Dec. 1.

Constraints on food collection and volunteer involvement due to the COVID-19 pandemic have led to the need for help from the community, to ensure that families in need have food this holiday season. With a goal to provide 1,500 families with students in Broward County Public Schools two full bags of non-perishable groceries (40 pounds of food) and a $25 gift card, the organizations are asking for monetary donations of any amount.

Donations can be made via Venmo at @RotaryFeeds, CashApp at $WestonRotary, and PayPal at reho7@aol.com.

In addition to giving to a great cause, everyone who donates, regardless of the amount, will be entered in a raffle to win a $1,000 American Express gift card. To be entered in the raffle, donors simply need to email a screenshot of their donation to rotaryfeeds@gmail.com.

For more information about Harvest Drive, visit www.harvestdriveflorida.com.

Black Diasporic Feminism, Intersectionality, and Solidarity in the Age of Protest 12/2/20

Black Diasporic Feminism, Intersectionality, and Solidarity in the Age of Protest
Wednesday, 12/02/2020-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Join us for Black Diasporic Feminism, Intersectionality, and Solidarity in the Age of Protest. This panel highlights the critical role of Black womxn artists and cultural producers within the current social and political landscapes, showcasing how Black womxn across the diaspora support and amplify each other’s work and voices. The discussion will explore how Black womxn’s experience of racism, sexism, and classism are inseparable and how these “isms” and all other isms are being addressed by artists- specifically those on the panel.

The conversation will take place in conjunction with special exhibition Allied with Power: African and African Diaspora Art from the Jorge M. Pérez Collection and will include exhibition artists Genevieve Gaignard, Naudline Pierre, and Deborah Roberts, exhibition curator María Elena Ortiz, and will be moderated by PAMM Director of Education Marie Vickles.

This program will be offered remotely on Zoom. RSVP to join us live!

Scholl Lecture Series: David Adjaye in Conversation with Franklin Sirmans 12/1/20

Scholl Lecture Series: David Adjaye in Conversation with Franklin Sirmans
Tuesday, 12/01/2020-, 01:00 pm-02:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Kick off Miami Art Week with a conversation between internationally acclaimed Ghanaian-British architect Sir David Adjaye OBE and PAMM Director Franklin Sirmans. Adjaye has established himself as an architect with an artist’s sensibility and vision, with influences ranging from contemporary art, music and science to African art forms and the civic life of cities. Sir Adjaye and Sirmans will discuss Adjaye’s wide range of global projects managed by Adjaye Associates, with studios in Accra, London, and New York, including The National Museum of African American History and Culture, The Studio Museum in Harlem, and Dirty House.

This program will be offered remotely on Zoom. RSVP to join us live!

Dupuis Virtual Thanksgiving Table Setting & Décor Workshop on Instagram Live (IGTV) and 300 Giveaway Gift Card 11/20/20

Dupuis Virtual Thanksgiving Table Setting & Décor Workshop on Instagram Live (IGTV) and 300 Giveaway Gift Card
Friday, 11/20/2020-, 08:00 pm-
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

GIVEAWAY
Tune in LIVE via IGTV at @Dupuis_US for a chance to WIN a $300 gift card and a FREE Dupuis membership for 20% OFF storewide and exclusive members only promotions and learn the latest trends to set up your Thanksgiving table by celebrity interior designer Maria Aleman and international TV star Karina Banda.
RSVP for the virtual event and for the chance to WIn here: https://forms.gle/EiHtJCG2EUivRdsT7

Follow @dupuis_us and tune in on Friday, November 20, 2020 at 8:00 PM
Hosted by Karina Banda (@karinabandatv)
Special Guest: Maria Aleman (@305DecoLiving)

To qualify, you must be a resident of the United States of at least 18 years of age, follow the @dupuis_us instagram account, RSVP to the event, and attend the live workshop.

The Perfect Turkey Awaits on the Next Cooking with The Galleria Free Virtual Tutorial Series Segment with Chef Elvis Bravo 11/24/20

The Perfect Turkey Awaits on the Next Cooking with The Galleria Free Virtual Tutorial Series Segment with Chef Elvis Bravo
Tuesday, 11/24/2020-, 02:00 pm-02:30 pm
Virtual Location
Cost: Free, Facebook Live Event

The perfect turkey awaits on the next segment of The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale’s Cooking with The Galleria free virtual tutorial series with Seasons 52 Chef Elvis Bravo. Join Chef Bravo on Facebook Live, Tuesday, November 24, at 2 p.m., as he provides tips and techniques regarding how to prepare this traditional Thanksgiving favorite with a citrus mojo marinade twist. Also featured on this segment will be the upcoming winner of The Galleria’s Taste of the Holidays recipe contest who will prepare his/her special accompanying dish. Viewers are invited to try this entrée at home or dine with Seasons 52 this Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 26, to enjoy a full holiday meal.

This cooking demonstration will be Bravo’s 13th appearance to date serving-up delicious dishes online and answering questions during South Florida’s COVID-19 quarantine. Past shared recipes have included Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops, Bone-in, Dry-rubbed Pork Chop, Chilean Sea Bass, Gruyere French Omelette, Deviled Eggs with Caviar and Ciabatta Crostini with Quail Egg, Avocado Toast, Maryland Style Lump Crab Cakes, Preserved Lemon Hummus, Seafood Paella, Roasted Vegetable Gnocchi, Shrimp and Grits, Carne Asada Fajitas and Signature Blackened Mahi Tacos. These archived recorded livestream demonstrations can be found at facebook.com/GalleriaFtLauderdale.

Launched earlier this year on Facebook Live, Cooking with The Galleria has successfully entertained thousands in the local community.

The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale has resumed its normal operating hours of 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, plus continues to institute additional safety measures complying with government guidelines. Seasons 52, The Capital Grille and P.F. Chang’s are offering full-service dining and take-out. Blue Martini is now open. Please visit www.galleriamall-fl.com/current-updates-due-to-covid-19.

Little Havana Social Club ¡en casa! 11/19/20

Little Havana Social Club ¡en casa!
Thursday, 11/19/2020-11/19/2020, 09:00 pm-10:00 pm
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Cost: Free

Little Havana Social Club ¡en casa! continues in November bringing home the sounds and spirit of the fiesta de barrio with a contemporary Miami touch. Rooted in tradition but also electric and cosmopolitan, this monthly concert series features established artists such as Jahfe, Leslie Cartaya, and Cortadito, to name a few.

Our next concerts on November 19, and December 17, will showcase a variety of artists such as reggae powerhouse Jahfe, singer/songwriter Leslie Cartaya and her modern take on classic Cuban songs with elements of jazz and funk; rapper/spoken poetry artist Lyrical G, the first student-turned-professional mentor at the Guitars Over Guns program; the traditional Cuban music of the early 20th century of Cortadito; a contemporary Flamenco piece by Flamenco Dance; and the powerful vocals of Yoli Mayor, known as the “Cuban Adele” of our Magic City.
The performances will be filmed and edited by audiovisual director and producer Juan Enis who has worked with top Spanish and Latin American Artists including Alejandro Sanz, Miguel Bose, David Bisbal, Enrique Bunbury, and La Oreja de Van Gogh, as well as has directed documentaries for Spanish Television(TVE) and ARTE, the European Television Channel (French and German). Nicaraguan-born and Miami- raised artist Luis Valle, aka El Chan Guri, whose easily recognizable style blends influences from indigenous cultures, and shamanism, will contribute to the visual vocabulary of the series. An internationally recognized artist, his work can be seen throughout South Florida as he has created commissioned murals, and paintings for public art projects, corporate clients, and neighborhood initiatives.
Please join us for the next installment of Little Havana Social Club ¡en casa! hosted by the one-and-only Latin Grammy-nominated DJ and Producer Mr. Pauer, on Thursday, November 19th, starting at 9 p.m., #LIVE on Facebook.

Business Fundamentals: Starting a Business During COVID-19 11/19/20

Business Fundamentals: Starting a Business During COVID-19
Thursday, 11/19/2020-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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You’ll learn valuable knowledge on how you can start your business even with COVID-19 standing in the way. The following topics will be covered by our Commercial Relationship Officer, David Mateo:

How to register your business name.
How to weather the storm should there be another shutdown.
Understand how debt or leverage can be an asset to your business.
Learn about your industry and understand the key players

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live 11/7/20

Yoga Mornings on Facebook Live
Saturday, 11/07/2020-, 09:00 am-10:00 am
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Yoga Mornings at the New World Center, presented by Jackson Health System, is a monthly community vinyasa yoga series.
To maintain the safest environment for patrons, all Yoga Mornings will be offered online via the NWS Facebook page until further notice.
This free event is suitable for all levels. No advance purchase required. Make sure to have plenty of space, a yoga mat, your favorite juice, or anything else you’d like to help you get the most out of this experience. For additional information, call the New World Symphony Box Office at 305.673.3331.
We love hearing from you. Share your Yoga Mornings experience using the hashtag #NWSYogaMornings!
All NWS Yoga Mornings take place from 9AM – 10AM on the days listed below.
Upcoming NWS Yoga Mornings:
Saturday, November 7
Saturday, December 19
Saturday, January 9
Saturday, February 6
Saturday, March 6
Saturday, April 3
Saturday, May 15

Live from our Living Room 11/6/20

Live from our Living Room: November 6th
Friday, 11/06/2020-11/06/2020, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
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Our next Live from our Living Room performance is just around the corner! This series features NWS Fellows performing live chamber music concerts. What began from their home in Miami Beach last March when the pandemic first struck, is now broadcasting from the New World Center (safely & within CDC and local guidelines). The next live stream concert will feature performances by Fellows, alumni, and guests including Harp Fellow Phoebe Powell, Bass Fellow, Kathryn Bradley performing music by Nino Rota, Sonia Ray, and others! Each Live from our Living Room is streamed on Facebook Live and includes Fellow remarks and an opportunity to chat with the Fellows throughout the performances and ask any questions you may have. Make sure you mark your calendars and join us on Friday, November 6th at 7:00 p.m. EST, LIVE on @NewWorldSymphony’s Facebook page! To learn more, visit: nwsym.ph/37xhKx2

Check out the evening program below:

Nino Rota Sarabande and Toccata for Harp

Domenico Scarlatti Sonata in A major, K. 208
Sonata in E major, K 531

Benjamin Britten Suite for Harp, Op. 83

Sonia Ray Ondas (Waves) for Solo Bass

John Adams Road Movies
Relaxed Groove
Meditative
40% Swing

Adam Wolf Cruise Control

Upcoming Dates for Live from our Living Room Series:
Friday, November 20 at 7:00 PM
Friday, December 4 at 7:00 PM
Friday, December 18 at 7:00 PM

The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy (NWS), prepares graduates of music programs for leadership roles in professional orchestras and ensembles. In the 33 years since its co-founding by Artistic Director Michael Tilson Thomas and Lin and Ted Arison, NWS has helped launch the careers of more than 1,150 alumni worldwide. A laboratory for the way music is taught, presented and experienced, the New World Symphony consists of young musicians who are granted fellowships lasting up to three years. The fellowship program offers in-depth exposure to traditional and modern repertoire, professional development training and personalized experiences working with leading guest conductors, soloists and visiting faculty. Relationships with these artists are extended through NWS’s extensive distance learning via the internet.

Baila with Marisol Blanco 11/3/20

Baila with Marisol Blanco
Tuesday, 11/03/2020-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Let’s get together for a fun way to get healthy even from home! Dancer and Master Instructor Marisol Blanco teaches Cuban Social dances and AfroCuban basics for free on Tuesday nights. Marisol’s course spans the history, songs, steps, beats, passion, mysticism, and intensity of Cuban folklore and culture. She’ll cover traditional popular ballroom/salon dances: Danzon, Mambo, Chachacha, Pilon, Mozambique, Son and Casino; Cuban identity dances: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco and Columbia, and the Havana Carnival Dance, The Conga. She’ll also teach AfrioCuban Heritage Dances, including Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) and Haitian (Loaces).

Join us on Instagram Live every Tuesday thru November, starting at 7 p.m. bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

¡Acompáñenos a mantenernos activos y sanos desde casa moviéndonos al ritmo de la danza y el baile! La bailarina y maestra Marisol Blanco enseña danzas sociales cubanas y conceptos básicos afrocubanos los martes por la noche. El curso de Marisol abarca la historia, canciones, pasos, ritmos, pasión, misticismo e intensidad del folklore y la cultura cubana. Marisol cubrirá los bailes populares tradicionales de salón / salón de baile: Danzón, Mambo, Chachachá, Pilón, Mozambique, Son y Casino; Bailes de identidad cubana: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco y Columbia, y el Baile de Carnaval de La Habana, La Conga. También enseñará Danzas del Patrimonio afrocubano, incluyendo Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) y Haitiano (Loaces).

Únanse a nosotros en Instagram Live todos los martes hasta noviembre a partir de las 7 p.m.
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Baila with Marisol Blanco 11/17/20

Baila with Marisol Blanco
Tuesday, 11/17/2020-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
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Let’s get together for a fun way to get healthy even from home! Dancer and Master Instructor Marisol Blanco teaches Cuban Social dances and AfroCuban basics for free on Tuesday nights. Marisol’s course spans the history, songs, steps, beats, passion, mysticism, and intensity of Cuban folklore and culture. She’ll cover traditional popular ballroom/salon dances: Danzon, Mambo, Chachacha, Pilon, Mozambique, Son and Casino; Cuban identity dances: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco and Columbia, and the Havana Carnival Dance, The Conga. She’ll also teach AfrioCuban Heritage Dances, including Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) and Haitian (Loaces).

Join us on Instagram Live every Tuesday thru November, starting at 7 p.m. bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

¡Acompáñenos a mantenernos activos y sanos desde casa moviéndonos al ritmo de la danza y el baile! La bailarina y maestra Marisol Blanco enseña danzas sociales cubanas y conceptos básicos afrocubanos los martes por la noche. El curso de Marisol abarca la historia, canciones, pasos, ritmos, pasión, misticismo e intensidad del folklore y la cultura cubana. Marisol cubrirá los bailes populares tradicionales de salón / salón de baile: Danzón, Mambo, Chachachá, Pilón, Mozambique, Son y Casino; Bailes de identidad cubana: Rumba, Yambu, Guaguanco y Columbia, y el Baile de Carnaval de La Habana, La Conga. También enseñará Danzas del Patrimonio afrocubano, incluyendo Yoruba (Orichas) Arara (Fodunes), Bantu (Mpungos) y Haitiano (Loaces).

Únanse a nosotros en Instagram Live todos los martes hasta noviembre a partir de las 7 p.m.
bit.ly/KoubekBailaLive

Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! – Facebook Live 11/21/20

Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! – Facebook Live
Saturday, 11/21/2020-, 11:00 am-11:30 am
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The Koubek Center in collaboration with Fundación Cuatrogatos and with the support of Miami Book Fair present Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! We are re-imagining our Storybook Picnics as virtual events, encouraging kids to create their personal version of the picnics at home while joining us on our virtual picnic.

Kids can invite their favorite stuffed animals, GI Joes, dolls, and toys to join them on a blanket, or have their BFF connect at the same time!

Our 30-minute bilingual Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! will feature story time, mime and circus performances, children’s theatre, music, percussion and arts and crafts demos, and will be live-streamed. Gather your loved ones at home and join us on Facebook Live on Saturday, November 21st at 11 a.m.

With the support of Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the State of Florida Cultural Affairs Division.

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Junto a nuestros amigos de la Fundación Cuatrogatos y con el apoyo de la Feria del Libro de Miami, el Koubek Center está re-imaginando nuestros Picnics de Libros como Picnic de Libros ¡en casa!. A través de nuestros Picnics queremos alentar a los más pequeños a que se inventen su propio picnic en casa al mismo tiempo que se unan a nuestro picnic virtual.

Los niños pueden invitar a sus animalitos de peluche favoritos, sacar sus GI Joes, muñecas y juguetes, y traerlos a su manta de picnic. Y además, también pueden invitar a sus mejores amigos a que se conecten al mismo tiempo para poder compartir virtualmente juntos.

Nuestro Picnic de Libros ¡en casa! durará 30 minutos y será bilingüe. Incluirá un momento para cuentos, actuaciones de mimo y de circo, teatro de niños, música, percusión y manualidades. Reúna a sus seres queridos en casa y acompáñenos en Facebook Live el sábado, 21 de novimbre a las 11 a.m.

Gracias al apoyo del Departamento de Asuntos Culturales de Miami-Dade County y del Estado de la Florida.

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The Holidays and COVID: Coping With The Stress (Free Webinar) 11/10/20

The Holidays and COVID: Coping With The Stress (Free Webinar)
Tuesday, 11/10/2020-, 02:00 pm-03:00 pm
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The unprecedented convergence of stress factors leading up to this year’s holiday season is leaving many people feeling adrift and struggling to stay focused. To help with coping strategies, a panel of three accomplished psychology professionals from Albizu University will convene for a complimentary one-hour virtual forum.

The free webinar begins promptly at 2 p.m. EDT on Facebook Live or Zoom, and will be moderated by Emmy-winning NBC broadcast journalist and former Jackson Health System public affairs director Ed O’Dell.

The Albizu panelists will discuss ways to prevent pre-existing bad habits from spiraling out of control during the stressful holiday time, how to recognize the difference between burnout and “compassion fatigue,” and offer helpful tactics for coping with COVID-amplified seasonal stress. When to seek professional help, or help for loved ones will also be discussed. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask panelists questions.

Panelists:

  • Dr. Scott M. Hyman, Ph.D., Albizu Doctoral Clinical Psychology Program Professor, award-winning substance abuse expert

  • Yamila Lezcano, LMHC; Albizu Assistant Professor, Undergraduate Psychology & Education Program and Program Director for the Miami Mental Health Awareness Initiative

  • Dr. Isaac Tourgeman, Ph.D., M.S., Albizu ClinPharm Assistant Professor–Doctoral Program Psychology; noted neuroscience expert specializing in neurorehabilitation and speech pathology

Well known for its clinical psychology doctoral programs, Albizu University has gained international recognition for advancing a culturally sensitive approach to psychology practice and studies, particularly in Latin-American communities. The school has a campus in Miami, Florida, and headquarters in Puerto Rico.

Pinecrest Gardens Presents ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ with Three-Time Grammy Award Winner Dee Dee Bridgewater 11/14/20 – 4/10/21

Pinecrest Gardens Presents ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ with Three-Time Grammy Award Winner Dee Dee Bridgewater
Saturday, 11/14/2020-, 08:00 pm-
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Cost: $15/performance; $87/remaining 7 shows

Determined to keep the music alive this season, Pinecrest Gardens, South Florida’s Cultural Arts Park, is hosting ‘JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl’ to help feed America and bring jazz masters to the homes and hearts of viewers nationwide. Grammy and Tony award-winning jazz icon Dee Dee Bridgewater will be the second artist to perform in the eight-show concert series, which will be broadcast live from the acoustically magnificent Banyan Bowl at Pinecrest Gardens at 8 p.m. EST on Saturday, November 14. During the 2020-21 concert season, jazz fans also can enjoy performances by Kurt Elling, the Glenn Miller Orchestra, Wycliffe Gordon, Grace Kelly, Joey Alexander, and The Manhattan Transfer. International superstar Jon Secada kicked off the season in October. Due to the pandemic and social distancing requirements, JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl is available via pay-per-view, livestream only. The cost is $15 for an individual performance and $87 for the remaining seven shows, with a generous portion of ticket sales being donated to World Central Kitchen. Tickets can be purchased online at www.pinecrestgardens.org/jazzaid.

Dreaming of Diwali 11/8/20

Dreaming of Diwali
Sunday, 11/08/2020-, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
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MAIACA, Miami Association of Indian Americans for Culture and the Arts, will tweak tradition with this year’s annual Diwali event. The festive Indian celebration will take on a new interactive form featuring three DIY demonstrations streamed on the weekend before Diwali. Each segment will spotlight local Miami talent providing tips and lessons on how to cook, prepare and decorate your home for the holiday. Viewers are encouraged to take part and follow along with the demonstrations in their homes. The Dreaming of Diwali event will be available via Zoom and Facebook Live on November 8th beginning at 6pm EST.

The lineup of talent for the evening event will be as follows:

First will be Chef Utpal Dighe, of Saborwala in Coral Gables, preparing two Latin/Indian fusion dishes. Chef Dighe will make his signature Samoquetas, combining samosas and croquettes along with Vegetarian Chaat Ceviche, a Peruvian ceviche dish seasoned with Chaat masala, a popular Indian spice.

Next, MAIACA Board Members, Chitra Ramakrishna, Vicky Kamlani and Sunita Bharwani, will present a home decor segment. The group will demonstrate how to arrange and display traditional Diwali decorations and provide ideas for gift giving and packaging.

Finally, South Florida Artist Indranil Ghosh will demonstrate how to design a rangoli using common household items. Ghosh will provide step by step instruction from template selection to detailed decorations.

Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 1 in C Major, Op. 21 11/1/20

Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 1 in C Major, Op. 21
Sunday, 11/01/2020-, 04:00 pm-
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Orchestra Miami presents Symphony Sundays: A series of online performances of the 4-hand piano arrangements of the first eight of Beethoven’s nine symphonies. Sundays at 4 PM beginning on Nov. 1st. Tune in on Zoom by visiting http://bit.ly/omss111 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page here: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami

Beethoven’s Symphony N. 1 in C Major, Op. 21 will be performed by Dr. Paul Posnak & Dr. Anita Castiglione. Dr. Posnak’s international career as concert pianist, recording artist, transcriber and educator began with a full scholarship to the Juilliard School at age 8. Recipient of Bachelors, Masters and Doctoral degrees at Juilliard, and of the Loeb Prize (Juilliard’s highest award), he won First Prizes in the International J.S. Bach Competition and the Concert Artists Guild Competition in New York. He has performed at the White House, for the Supreme Court, at the Kennedy Center, Carnegie Recital and Tully Halls in NY and throughout Europe.

Dr. Castiglione’s career as a soloist, collaborative pianist, choral accompanist and educator began with piano studies at the age of six. She has performed throughout the U.S., including performances of the Schumann Piano Concert with The Miami Philharmonic, the Beethoven 3d Concerto with The Princeton University Orchestra and the Gershwin Piano Concerto with The Palm Beach Symphony. She holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Miami and Masters degree form the Juilliard School, both in piano performance. She earned her Doctorate in Collaborative Piano as the Teaching Assistant in the program at the UM Frost School of Music.

To hear this incredible duo perform, tune in on Zoom by visiting http://bit.ly/omss111 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami
Happy 250th Birthday Beethoven!

Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 2 in D Major, Op. 36 11/15/20

Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 2 in D Major, Op. 36
Sunday, 11/15/2020-, 04:00 pm-
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Orchestra Miami presents Symphony Sundays: A series of online performances of the 4-hand piano arrangements of the first eight of Beethoven’s nine symphonies. Sundays at 4 PM beginning on Nov. 1st. Reserve your ticket for the LIVE Zoom performance by visiting http://bit.ly/omss1115 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page here: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami

Beethoven’s Symphony N. 2 in D Major, Op 36 will be performed by Elaine Rinaldi and Don Cannarozzi. Elaine Rinaldi, Founder and Artistic Director of Orchestra Miami, is a Miami native who has chosen to return home and reinvest in her community. In addition to her work with Orchestra Miami, Ms. Rinaldi maintains an active presence on the stage as a chamber musician and recital accompanist, working with some of the most recognizable names in opera. Notable recital engagements have included performances with Metropolitan Opera stars Russell Thomas, Eglise Gutierrez, Elizabeth Caballero and Yunah Lee, whom she accompanied in a recital tour of Japan. Don Cannarozzi received a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance from the Cleveland Institute of Music, where he studied with Jack Radunsky, and a Master of Music degree in Organ Performance from The Florida University, where he studied with Muchael Corxine. Being a pragmatist, Cannarozzi also obtained his law degree from FSU. On September 1, 2018, Cannarozzi retired from law and now donates all his energy to his life-long passion for music. Cannarozzi met Elaine Rinaldi when she worked for Florida Grand Opera, and is honored that she asked him to participate in the Beethoven Symphony Sundays four hand festival.

To hear this incredible duo perform, reserve your ticket on Zoom by visiting http://bit.ly/omss1115 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami
Happy 250th Birthday Beethoven!

– Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 3 in E Flat Major, Op. 55 11/22/20

– Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 3 in E Flat Major, Op. 55
Sunday, 11/22/2020-, 04:00 pm-
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Orchestra Miami presents Symphony Sundays: A series of online performances of the 4-hand piano arrangements of the first eight of Beethoven’s nine symphonies. Sundays at 4 PM beginning on Nov. 1st. Reserve your ticket for the LIVE Zoom performance by visiting http://bit.ly/omss1122 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page here: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami

Elaine Rinaldi, Founder and Artistic Director of Orchestra Miami, is a Miami native who has chosen to return home and reinvest in her community. In addition to her work with Orchestra Miami, Ms. Rinaldi maintains an active presence on the stage as a chamber musician and recital accompanist, working with some of the most recognizable names in opera. Notable recital engagements have included performances with Metropolitan Opera stars Russell Thomas, Eglise Gutierrez, Elizabeth Caballero and Yunah Lee, whom she accompanied in a recital tour of Japan. Gregory Buchalter holds the titles of Music Director of Opera Fairbanks and Opera Camerata of Washington. Internationally, he has conducted Salome at the Savonlinna Opera Festival, Die Fledermaus at the Vienna Volksoper, Mozart’s Entführung aus dem Serail at the Spoleto Festival, Cosi fan Tutte with the Mediterranean Opera Festival in Italy and Eugene Onegin with the New Opera World Festival in Moscow. He was Music Director of Opera Las Vegas for 5 years and conducted the American Premieres of Mercadante’s I due Figaro, Von Winter’s Das Labyrinth and Donizetti’s Olivo e Pasquale in New York.

To hear this incredible duo perform, reserve your ticket on Zoom by visiting http://bit.ly/omss1122 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami
Happy 250th Birthday Beethoven!

Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 4 in B Flat Major, Op. 60 11/29/20

Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 4 in B Flat Major, Op. 60
Sunday, 11/29/2020-, 04:00 pm-
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Orchestra Miami presents Symphony Sundays: A series of online performances of the 4-hand piano arrangements of the first eight of Beethoven’s nine symphonies. Sundays at 4 PM beginning on Nov. 1st. Reserve your ticket for the LIVE Zoom performance by visiting http://bit.ly/omss1129 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page here: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami

Duo Beaux Arts was formed in 2008 by internationally renowned husband and wife concert pianists and recording artists Catherine Lan and Tao Lin. The Duo has performed in France, Switzerland, Spain, Estonia, Finland, the Netherlands, China, and the US to both critical and audience acclaim. The Duo specializes in music from the Baroque era to the contemporary, including Tangos and Ragtime. They are also the founders of Beaux Arts Chamber Music Series in Naples, Florida, which invites pre-eminent chamber groups in the world to perform in a wonderfully intimate setting. Duo Beaux Arts has been featured on Fox4 Morning Blend TV, Venice Magazine, Asian-Trend Magazine, World Journal New York, and Gulfshore Life Magazine. Season highlights include concerts in Hungary and Canada. Duo Beaux Arts is represented by Lisa Sapinkopf Artists. www.duobeauxarts.com

To hear this incredible duo perform, reserve your ticket on Zoom by visiting http://bit.ly/omss1129 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami

– Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67 12/6/20

– Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67
Sunday, 12/06/2020-, 04:00 pm-
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Orchestra Miami presents Symphony Sundays: A series of online performances of the 4-hand piano arrangements of the first eight of Beethoven’s nine symphonies. Sundays at 4 PM beginning on Nov. 1st. Reserve your ticket for the LIVE Zoom performance by visiting http://bit.ly/omss126 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page here: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami

Jared Peroune is a Doctor of Musical Arts student in collaborative piano at the University of Miami. Quickly becoming an established collaborative musician, Jared has collaborated with a number of vocalists and instrumentalists throughout South Florida. He has been heard in concerts and recitals throughout Florida, Italy, Ireland and the United Kingdom, and in his hometown of Georgetown, Guyana. Broadening his abilities to other keyboard instruments, Jared recently was featured as harpsichord soloist in a benefit concert at Corpus Christie Church to raise money for a new instrument. In years past, he has been accompanist and continuo organist for Miami Collegium Musicum, a group for which he was also Assistant Conductor, often in collaboration with the Miami Bach Society and the German Consulate. Pianist Paul Schwartz has performed more than 800 recitals in the United States, Canada, and South America. Mr. Schwartz worked at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music for 10 years and in addition to teaching, accompanying, and sight-reading, accompanied three choral ensembles and a variety of performance classes. He is in demand as a collaborative artist for both faculty and students. While in Miami, his collaborators have included Helmuth Rilling, Michael Tilson Thomas, Robert Porco, John Corigliano, Joe Alessi of the NY Philharmonic, Seraphic Fire, Gerry Pagano, Richard King , and Massimo LaRosa, both members of the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra, Richard Todd, Trudy Kane, and Craig Morris, among others. Paul Schwartz is currently the Main Stage rehearsal pianist for Florida Grand Opera and is finishing up his fourth season with them.

To hear this incredible duo perform, reserve your ticket on Zoom by visiting http://bit.ly/omss126 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami
Happy 250th Birthday Beethoven!

Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 7 in A Major, Op. 92 12/20/20

Symphony Sundays: Beethoven’s Symphony N. 7 in A Major, Op. 92
Sunday, 12/20/2020-, 04:00 pm-
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Orchestra Miami presents Symphony Sundays: A series of online performances of the 4-hand piano arrangements of the first eight of Beethoven’s nine symphonies. Sundays at 4 PM beginning on Nov. 1st. Reserve your ticket for the LIVE Zoom performance by visiting http://bit.ly/omss1220 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page here: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami

Jared Peroune is a Doctor of Musical Arts student in collaborative piano at the University of Miami. Quickly becoming an established collaborative musician, Jared has collaborated with a number of vocalists and instrumentalists throughout South Florida. He has been heard in concerts and recitals throughout Florida, Italy, Ireland and the United Kingdom, and in his hometown of Georgetown, Guyana. Broadening his abilities to other keyboard instruments, Jared recently was featured as harpsichord soloist in a benefit concert at Corpus Christie Church to raise money for a new instrument. In years past, he has been accompanist and continuo organist for Miami Collegium Musicum, a group for which he was also Assistant Conductor, often in collaboration with the Miami Bach Society and the German Consulate. Caren Levine has established a reputation as one of today’s most compelling artists. The San Francisco Chronicle described her as “a petite powerhouse, with technique to burn and unimpeachable musicianship. She is one of the finest musicians around, of the highest and most inspiring order.” An alumna of the Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artist Development Program, she has been on the roster of the Metropolitan Opera House as Assistant Conductor/Prompter since 2003. In 2012, she received a Grammy Award for Best Opera Recording for The Met Opera’s DVD of John Adams Doctor Atomic Live in HD, and received her second Grammy Award for The Met Opera’s DVD of Thomas Adès The Tempest Live in HD in 2014. An active performer, Levine has collaborated with some of the world’s most prominent artists, including Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, Marcello Giordani, Juan Diego Flóres, Lawrence Brownlee, Susanne Mentzer, Morris Robinson, and Barbara Bonney. Particularly interested in the development of emerging artists, she was a founding member of the Miami Music Festival, where she served as Head of Music Staff and Conductor, and serves as head vocal coach at Florida Grand Opera’s Young Artist Program as well as Music Director at Vero Beach Opera.

To hear this incredible duo perform, reserve your ticket on Zoom by visiting http://bit.ly/omss1220 or listen via Orchestra Miami’s Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/OrchestraMiami
Happy 250th Birthday Beethoven!