Category: Opa-Locka

Jamaican Heritage Celebration | Art of Transformation 2024 12/4/24

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Jamaican Heritage Celebration | Art of Transformation 2024
Wednesday, 12/04/2024-12/08/2024, 10:00 am-08:30 pm
Ten North Group
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-Locka, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: Free

The 2024 AOT will feature six main exhibitions, each focusing on a different aspect of Black aliveness:

In Praise of Blues: (Art and Recreation Center), Edouard Duval Carrier, curated by Dr. Adrienne Von Lates

Jamaica on My Mind: Aliveness and Livity (Pavilion), curated by Professor Phillip Thomas, presents Jamaican artists from home and abroad who explores the interconnections of Aliveness to Livity as a moment of accomplishment, an instant in which what has matured in the alchemical athanor metamorphoses into perfection or, rather, an epiphany or an event—an accomplishment.

Embodiments of Aliveness: The Sculpture of Siriki Ky (Art and Recreation Center), curated by Dr. El Hadji Malick Ndiaye, explores Black resilience and identity in Ky’s powerful bronze sculptures.

Under the Bridge, Beyond the Beach, Above the Muck (The Train Station), Snapshots of the Ten North’s collections, this exhibition articulates the Group’s approach to collection, embodying and enacting black memory principles. It serves as a locus of memory, a landmark around which past events structure present memory.

And Is: The Black Florida Project (The Hurt Building), curated by Melissa Hunter “And Is” presents the photography of Johanne Rahman, focusing on the complex and evolving landscapes of Black communities across Florida.

Site Memory: The Sculpture Garden (VFW Garden), led by landscape architect James Brazil. The former Veterans of Foreign Wars site becomes a space through which past and present experiences fuse to commemorates Black history through sculptures and installations inspired by banned African American literature.

Tales of Opa-Locka: A Heritage Journey (Historic Train Station) curated by Alex Van Mecl, Founder, Opa-locka Preservation Association. This inaugural historical experience presents an in-depth exploration of the city’s near-century-long history and cultural heritage, offering visitors a carefully curated journey through Opa-locka’s unique architectural and social legacy. The exhibition also examines the City’s military history as a training site for the U.S. Naval and Marine Corps before and during WWII.

Jamaica on My Mind: Aliveness and Livity Fine Art Exhibition 12/6/24

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Jamaica on My Mind: Aliveness and Livity Fine Art Exhibition
Friday, 12/06/2024-, 06:30 pm-10:30 pm
The Pavilion
650 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-Locka, Florida, 33054
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Cost: Free

Join the Ten North Group for this special cocktail reception featuring the ‘Jamaica on My Mind’ exhibition with special guests Phillip Thomas and the artists from Jamaica and all over the Diaspora. Remarks by Oliver Mair, Counsel General of Jamaica and hosted by Tanto Irie, host of Reggae Runnins on HOT 105. Soak in a full immersive experience of Jamaican heritage through music, dance and art.

South Florida’s Kids Got Talent 2024 Auditions at Museum of Discovery and Science 11/23/24

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South Florida’s Kids Got Talent 2024 Auditions at Museum of Discovery and Science
Saturday, 11/23/2024-, 11:00 am-04:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Free

Tri-Rail, South Florida’s premier commuter rail system, invites talented young singers, ages 5 to 17, to audition for the annual “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” competition, to be held at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) (401 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale). Auditions will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, offering participants from Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties the chance to showcase their vocal abilities and compete for a spot in the 2025 final event.

Tri-Rail’s “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” competition has become a signature event, uniting children and families across the region. All performers aged 5 to 17 that reside in South Florida are invited to audition. Each act will have up to four minutes to perform in front of a panel of judges who will select the finalists for the main competition in February 2025, during Tri-Rail’s 16th annual “Rail Fun Day,” presented by Herzog. Judges will score based on vocal range, stage presence, and style.

Over the years, “Rail Fun Day” has grown into a beloved community event in Dania Beach, featuring interactive activities, food trucks, cookie decorating, face painting, and more. Last year’s event saw ten-year-old Samantha Schmerling take home the grand prize with her vocal performance, earning her $500, a one-year contract inclusive of a photo shoot with composite cards courtesy of Posche Models & Talent, and a professional studio recording session with MikeSoperMusic.

To secure an audition slot, participants must register at https://bit.ly/SFKGT2024 on or before Tuesday, November 19.

Ace of Base, Haddaway, Snap & DJ Sash! (city) Concert 9/26/24

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Ace of Base, Haddaway, Snap & DJ Sash! (city) Concert
Thursday, 09/26/2024-, 08:00 pm-09:30 pm
Wild 90's Disco
901 S Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
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Cost: $95

Celebrate the iconic hits of the Eurodance & Electronic music with Ace of Base, Haddaway, Snap & DJ Sash! With iconic hits, legendary performers and an electrifying atmosphere, this is the night you don’t want to miss! Hear your favorite 90s hits, live on stage!

Floridiana | The Land’s Identity 4/20/24

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Floridiana | The Land’s Identity
Saturday, 04/20/2024-06/08/2024, 05:00 pm-08:00 pm
OMSA Gallery
15661 Sheridan Street,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33331
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Cost: FREE

Selected works by 8 Miami-based artists whose inspiration honors the spirit and beauty of our state’s flora and fauna and how we are reflected in it.

Judith Berk King
Beatriz Chachamovits
Deryn Cowdy
Bryan Hiveley
Katherine Hofmann
Massimo Mongiardo
Jose Felix Perez
Gretchen Scharnagl

Feeding South Florida to Host “Tacos & Tequila” In Celebration of Cinco de Mayo 5/4/24

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Feeding South Florida to Host “Tacos & Tequila” In Celebration of Cinco de Mayo
Saturday, 05/04/2024-, 02:00 pm-06:00 pm
Feeding South Florida Pembroke Park Warehouse
2501 SW 32 Terrace,
Pembroke Park, Florida, 33023
Website
Cost: General Admission: $40 VIP Admission: $75 Children’s Admission: $20

In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, Feeding South Florida® – the leading hunger-relief organization in South Florida – will host “Tacos & Tequila” at its Pembroke Park Warehouse on Saturday, May 4, from 2–6 p.m. The outdoor festival will feature tacos, tequila cocktails, live music and family-friendly activities to support Feeding South Florida’s mission to end hunger in South Florida.

Guests will enjoy an assortment of delectable tacos and delicious tequila cocktails crafted by some of South Florida’s finest bars, restaurants and food trucks. Participating tequila and culinary partners will compete for the titles of “Best Taco” and “Best Tequila Cocktail.” Featured tequilas include Teremana Tequila, Moët, Hennessy and Palma Cerveza and featured food partners include bartaco, Chef Chris Valdes, Rainbow-licious Deelites and Feeding South Florida’s Community Kitchen.

The family-friendly event will feature a dedicated kid’s zone, a magical margarita garden and a raffle for the chance to win prizes. Attendees will also enjoy live entertainment, music, salsa dancing and more.

Each general admission ticket is all inclusive of food and drinks, Kid’s Zone, live music and entertainment, and salsa dancing. The VIP ticket includes a private VIP area, premium food and beverages, the margarita garden and more.

Currently, in South Florida, there are over 1.2 million food insecure individuals, and one in nine individuals in South Florida remain uncertain about where they will get their next meal due to inflation, the strained supply chain, rising fuel prices and increased housing costs among other factors.

Proceeds raised during the event will allow Feeding South Florida to fulfill its mission to end hunger in South Florida by providing immediate access to nutritious food, leading hunger and poverty advocacy efforts, and transforming lives through innovative programming and education.

Mena Fest: Celebrating Opa-locka’s Rich Cultural Heritage 4/13/24

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Mena Fest: Celebrating Opa-locka’s Rich Cultural Heritage
Saturday, 04/13/2024-, 12:00 pm-05:00 pm
Historic Opa-locka Fire Station and City Hall
777 Sherezade Boulevard,
Opa-locka, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: Free

For the first time in the 97-year history of the City of Opa-locka, we present the Mena Fest, a unique cultural experience that celebrates the extraordinary history of the city and its connection to the Middle East and North Africa (Mena). Guests will enjoy authentic food and retail vendors, belly dance and musical performances, archery and chess, and other activities great for families on the grounds and against the backdrop of the historic Opa-locka fire station and city hall buildings.

Re: American Heritage Schools to Host its Annual “K-9 Cause: An Evening of Art” Auction 4/20/24

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Re: American Heritage Schools to Host its Annual “K-9 Cause: An Evening of Art” Auction
Saturday, 04/20/2024-, 05:30 pm-09:00 pm
American Heritage Schools – Broward Campus
12200 W Broward Blvd.,
Plantation, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: $20 online and $25 at the door

American Heritage Schools [ahschool.com], the top-ranked PK3 through 12 college preparatory school in Florida, is proud to announce its annual “K-9 Cause: An Evening of Art” auction benefiting the Broward Sheriff’s Foundation’s Retired Canine Relief Fund, on Saturday, April 20.

Everyone loves dogs; however, police dogs, or K-9s, are a special breed. Instead of enjoying the pampered pet lifestyle, K-9s dedicate their entire lives to working daily to protect and serve citizens in our community along with their fearless handlers. They are considered law enforcement officers, whose duties include constant training, apprehending suspects, and searching for explosives, drugs, and missing persons.

When the K-9s retire, their law enforcement handlers graciously adopt them and continue to care for them, as these K-9s have become their friends for life. Recognizing that the medical and healthcare for these K-9s can get quite costly, the Broward Sheriff’s Foundation has established the Retired K-9 Healthcare Fund. This Fund pays for up to 50% of the wellness care costs for all retired K-9s from any local law enforcement agency in Broward County.

Inspired by a little boy’s passion for animals and art, American Heritage Schools is raising money to “fund this fund” by selling artistic renditions of these fine K-9s. Jackson Laurie, a sophomore at American Heritage Schools, and his parents Dr. Douglas Laurie and Nikki Laurie-Van Allen have partnered with the National Art Honor Society and the award-winning Fine Arts faculty at American Heritage to create artwork of these very K-9 being honored.

American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus, will be hosting a Silent Auction for these original works of art, as well as a limited supply of prints for sale at our K-9 Cause event. 100% of all funds raised from this event will benefit the Broward Sheriff Foundation’s Retired K-9 Relief Fund.

Opa-Locka Architectural Walking Tour with Germane Barnes 4/10/24

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Opa-Locka Architectural Walking Tour with Germane Barnes
Wednesday, 04/10/2024-, 10:00 am-11:00 am
The ARC (Arts & Recreation Center)
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-Locka, Florida, 33054
Eventbrite
Cost: Free

Formerly a sparsely settled area, Opa-Locka was born from the vision of Glenn Curtiss in 1926. Curtiss, together with the architect Bernhardt Miller, designed a One Thousand and One Nights-themed city, which now holds one of the largest collections of Moorish Revival architecture in the Western Hemisphere, with twenty buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Acclaimed artist and architect Germane Barnes leads a walking tour of Opa-Locka, exploring the city’s unique architectural heritage and its fascinating history and culture.

Omsa Gallery Exhibit Female Figuratively 12/2/23

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Omsa Gallery Exhibit Female Figuratively
Saturday, 12/02/2023-02/15/2024, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
OMSA GALLERY
15661 Sheridan Street,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33331
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Cost: Free

OMSA GALLERY Presents
Female, Figuratively
– Selected works by 7 female artists on the female form.
An exhibit curated by Daniella Sforza, with works by:
* Sofia Balut Paez
* Marina Font
* Heidi Lanino
* Amy Laskin
* Veronica Pasman
* Julia Rivera
* Patricia Schnall Gutierrez

The exhibit endeavors to reflect the original notions brought forth by the Greco Roman ideals of a platonic notion of beauty that blend with contemporary. perspectives.

This exhibit is a poetic rather political approach to the contemporary currents, appreciating the grammar of a certain identity and idea.

The female form rendered by women artists reflecting 7 unique perspectives with eloquent voices rendered through a visual narrative, a herstory, shared by all women and evolved over millennia.

Public Opening – Dec. 2  7PM – 10PM
Exhibit Dec. 2, 2023 – Feb. 15, 2024

Heavy Beatz and Drops Juneteenth Celebration presented by Ten North Group 6/23/23

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Heavy Beatz and Drops Juneteenth Celebration presented by Ten North Group
Friday, 06/23/2023-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
The ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: Free

The Caribbean’s Influence on 50 Years of Hip Hop. Moderated by Isaiah Smalls, Race & Culture Reporter for the Miami Herald and featuring 103.5 The Beat’s On-Air Personality Papa Keith, Attorney Marlon Hill, Social Justice Activist Phillip Agnew and Miami New Times Music and Culture Reporter Shanae Hardy, followed by a hip hop, afrobeats, ampiano jam session with DJ Aya.

Genius Species Group Exhibition 3/25/23 – 5/31/23

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Genius Species Group Exhibition
Monday, 04/01/2023-05/31/2023, 09:00 am-05:00 pm
The ARC (Arts & Recreation Center)
675 Ali Baba Ave,
Opa-Locka, Florida, 33064
Website
Cost: Free

  • By Appointment Only

Genius Species seeks to create a genus of Human genius and to celebrate the effects of the Black Woman’s planetary existence. Influenced by scholars such as Evelyn Hammonds, Toni Morrison and popular icons as Aretha Franklin and Nicki Minaj, Genius Species investigates the cultural, political, social, sexual currency that is Black Womanhood and Girlhood, and the ripple effects of its lived experience(s) across both time and space.

Wallace curates a restorative and playful art environment featuring the work of Christina Edwards, Grace Hampton, Ciara Newton, Briana Pizarro, Ebony Y. Rhodes, T. Thompson and Sarah Stefana Smith. The works in the exhibition span various mediums—painting, sculpture, drawing, weaving—and emphasize materials—rope, netting, feathers, wood, rubber—as tactics for expression and exploration into issues surrounding race, nationality, class, gender, orientation, religion and education.

Genius Species group exhibition presented by Ten North Group (formerly Opa-locka Community Development Corporation) 3/27/23 – 3/31/23

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Genius Species group exhibition presented by Ten North Group (formerly Opa-locka Community Development Corporation)
Monday, 03/27/2023-03/31/2023, 09:00 am-05:00 pm
The ARC (Arts & Recreation Center)
675 Ali Baba Ave.,
Opa-locka, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: $0.00

Genius Species seeks to create a genus of Human genius and to celebrate the effects of the Black Woman’s planetary existence. Influenced by scholars such as Evelyn Hammonds, Toni Morrison and popular icons as Aretha Franklin and Nicki Minaj, Genius Species investigates the cultural, political, social, sexual currency that is Black Womanhood and Girlhood, and the ripple effects of its lived experience(s) across both time and space.

Wallace curates a restorative and playful art environment featuring the work of Christina Edwards, Grace Hampton, Ciara Newton, Briana Pizarro, Ebony Y. Rhodes, T. Thompson and Sarah Stefana Smith. The works in the exhibition span various mediums—painting, sculpture, drawing, weaving—and emphasize materials—rope, netting, feathers, wood, rubber—as tactics for expression and exploration into issues surrounding race, nationality, class, gender, orientation, religion and education.

*By Appointment Only

Exchange for Change Virtual Info Session 12/29/22

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Exchange for Change Virtual Info Session
Tuesday, 11/29/2022-, 12:00 pm-12:45 pm
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

E4C teaches writing classes in South Florida prisons to students who are incarcerated. Learn how you can:

Facilitate a class/Volunteer/Intern

Attend our next virtual info session to learn more.

Art of Transformation 12/1/22, 12/2/22, 12/3/22, 12/4/22

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Art of Transformation
Thursday, 12/01/2022-12/04/2022, 11:00 am-10:00 pm
The ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-Locka, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: Free

The Opa-Locka Community Development Corporation Inc.’s Art of Transformation is a four-day, three-block event that boasts free admission to the public, connects Africa and Europe to the Americas through re-imagined, re-purposed and transformed spaces, pop-up street parties and concerts. This includes a Culinary Trip to Africa at the Historic Train Station, and the grand finale block party with live music and performances, Miami Art Week Exodus to Opa-Locka Festival, scheduled for Sunday, December 4th, 2pm-10pm. The Art of Transformation will also feature Special Conversations among artists, curators, scholars and collectors conceived to address issues in politics and aesthetics and their resonance in the contemporary era, including the very special Africa Becoming Panel Discussion scheduled for Saturday, December 3, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 12 noon at the ARC, which is a featured event on the official Art Basel calendar and which includes African masters Abdoulaye Konaté from and Viyé [Vita] Diba from Senegal: Africa Becoming Panel Discussion.

YouFit Gyms Benefit For Bradley and Burpee Challenge 4/30/22, 5/1/22

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YouFit Gyms Benefit For Bradley and Burpee Challenge
Saturday, 04/30/2022-05/01/2022, 08:00 am-08:00 pm
YouFit Gyms (ALL locations)
13065 SW 112th Street, Miami, FL 33186,
Miami, Florida, 33186
Website
Cost: $15 for 2-day pass, $5 for burpee challenge, $5 wrist band

Requiring social distancing? NO
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? NO

YouFit Gyms, the popular nationwide fitness chain, kicks off YouFit Lifts with Benefit For Bradley on Saturday, April 30 and Sunday, May 1, 2022 from 8AM – gym closing (times vary by location)
at all YouFit Gyms locations in Florida and nationwide. YouFit Lifts is an ongoing initiative where YouFit Gyms partners with, and supports, local charities and nonprofit organizations in the communities surrounding their
80 locations across the country.

Benefit for Bradley, will raise funds for Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, an organization that plays an integral role in the life of Jose Migenis, Florida Regional Director for YouFit Gyms. Migenis’ son, Bradley, who has been in the care of a team of specialists at Nicklaus Children’s since birth. Bradley was diagnosed with epilepsy, cortical vision impairment and cerebral palsy, conditions that affect his developmental abilities.

Patrons who contribute a $15 donation to the Benefit For Bradley Open House event will receive a 2-day pass to their YouFit Gyms. They will have the opportunity to fuel pre-or post-workout with Bagels & Coffee for Bradley from 8AM – 11AM as well as enjoy all the fitness perks including group fitness classes, Olympic weightlifting platforms, endless cardio equipment, access to YouFit Gyms premium small group training class, HIIT+, as well as be entered to win a year membership to YouFit Gyms.

At 12PM all YouFit Gyms locations will host #BurpeesforBradley Challenge, a 39-burpee challenge. This number signifies the longest number of days in which Bradley has been seizure-free in the past year. Can’t make it in person? Grab your phone and record yourself doing 39 burpees, then post it to social media and tag your friends. Use the hashtags #BurpeesforBradley and #YouFitGyms. If burpees sound too intense, you can still participate by donating $5.

All the proceeds from Benefit For Bradley will be donated to Nicklaus Children’s Hospital.

All 80 YouFit Gyms location; www.youfit.com to find a location.

https://give.nicklauschildrens.org/areas-to-support/youfit-benefit-for-bradley

Bradley and Family Appearances on Saturday, April 30, 2022
9:30 AM – YouFit Gyms West Kendall, 13065 SW 112th Street, Miami, FL 33186
12:00 PM – YouFit Gyms Flagler, 8311 W. Flagler St., Miami, Florida 33126

The Beyond Tradition: Contemporary Sculptures from Africa. 3/12/22

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The Beyond Tradition: Contemporary Sculptures from Africa.
Saturday, 03/12/2022-, 01:00 pm-05:00 pm
The ARC
675 Ali Baba Ave,
Opa-locka, Florida, 33054
RSVP / Register
Cost: $0

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Beyond Tradition: Contemporary Sculptures from Africa, opening on February 25th, 2022, at The ARC in Downtown Opa-Locka. Every Secon Saturday from 1 pm to 5 pm until August 28th, 2022. The exhibition is curated by internationally renowned curator Tumelo Mosaka, the former lead curator for the Investec Cape Town Art Fair. The exhibition challenges Western cultural norms and perspectives of what contemporary African art is by presenting African sculpture in dialogue with works from some of Africa’s exciting artists.
The exhibition takes advantage of OLCDC’s impressive holdings from its Karg Collection and features various stone and wood sculptures representing traditions from regions in Africa, including Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Tanzania, where carving tradition has a long cultural history. Featured artists include Sylvster Mubayi, Bernard Takawira and Edward Masaya, among others. Additionally, the exhibition will include paintings from famed artists Ouattara Watts, known for his large-scale canvas works that incorporate cryptic symbols, geometric designs, and numerical sequences that speak to his cross-cultural identity and MalatangaValente Ngwenya, a pioneer of modern African art with an aesthetic that is defined by a dense assembly of figures

The Beyond Tradition: Contemporary Sculptures from Africa 3/12/22, 4/9/22, 5/14/22, 6/11/22, 7/9/22, 8/13/22

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The Beyond Tradition: Contemporary Sculptures from Africa
Saturday, 03/12/2022-08/13/2022, 01:00 pm-05:00 pm
The ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa Lock, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: $0

Requiring social distancing? NO REPLY
Requiring masks? NO REPLY
Providing hand sanitizer? NO REPLY

Beyond Tradition: Contemporary Sculptures from Africa, opening on February 25th, 2022, at The ARC in Downtown Opa-Locka. Every Secon Saturday from 1 pm to 5 pm until August 28th, 2022. The exhibition is curated by internationally renowned curator Tumelo Mosaka, the former lead curator for the Investec Cape Town Art Fair. The exhibition challenges Western cultural norms and perspectives of what contemporary African art is by presenting African sculpture in dialogue with works from some of Africa’s exciting artists.
The exhibition takes advantage of OLCDC’s impressive holdings from its Karg Collection and features various stone and wood sculptures representing traditions from regions in Africa, including Zimbabwe, Mozambique, and Tanzania, where carving tradition has a long cultural history. Featured artists include Sylvster Mubayi, Bernard Takawira and Edward Masaya, among others. Additionally, the exhibition will include paintings from famed artists Ouattara Watts, known for his large-scale canvas works that incorporate cryptic symbols, geometric designs, and numerical sequences that speak to his cross-cultural identity and MalatangaValente Ngwenya, a pioneer of modern African art with an aesthetic that is defined by a dense assembly of figures

Opa-locka Light District Walking Tour 11/29/21 – 12/4/21

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Opa-locka Light District Walking Tour
Monday, 11/29/2021-12/04/2021, 06:00 pm-07:00 pm
Historic Hurt Building
490 Opa-locka Blvd,
Opa-locka, Florida, 33054
Eventbrite
Cost: Free with RSVP

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? YES
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Join Opa-Locka Community Development Corporation on a walking tour of our Opa-Locka Light District and watch as the voices of Opa-Locka residents light up well-known landmarks around Opa-Locka and bring light to the city.

Reframed: Miami Art Week Kick-off in Opa-locka 11/29/21

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Reframed: Miami Art Week Kick-off in Opa-locka
Monday, 11/29/2021-11/29/2021, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Opa-locka ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida, 33054
Eventbrite
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? YES
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Old school media collides for an evening of music, memories and art. Dust off your vinyl records for an Open Spin with Vinyl Social Club featuring vintage Soul and Hip-Hop samples. Meet artists Keisha Rae Witherspoon, Terence Price II, and Carrington Ware whose works inspired by archival footage are found in the exhibition “Casting Shadows | Framing History”. Bring in your own retro slides, negatives and photos and get hands-on with a DIY decoupage workshop presented by Media + Archive Studies Miami. Join O, Miami for a walking tour of “Opa-locka Light District”.

Reframed: Miami Art Week Kick-Off Art Talk + Open Spin 11/29/21

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Reframed: Miami Art Week Kick-Off Art Talk + Open Spin
Monday, 11/29/2021-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Opa-locka ARC
675 Ali Baba Ave.,
Opa-locka, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: free

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

Dust off your vinyl records for an Open Spin with Vinyl Social Club featuring vintage soul and hip-hop samples.
Meet artists Keisha Rae Witherspoon, Terence Price II, and Carrington Ware whose films inspired by archival footage are found in the exhibition Casting Shadows | Framing History, on display at the Opa-locka ARC through December 31, 2021.
Bring in your own retro slides, negatives and photos for a hands-on projection workshop presented by Media + Archive Studies Miami.
Complete your night with a walking tour of “Opa-locka Light District”.

What’s on the agenda?
6 PM: Open Spin with Vinyl Social Club. BYO vintage soul records.

6:15 PM: Walking Tour of Opa-locka Light District

7 PM: Art Talk with Keisha Rae Witherspoon, Terence Price II, and Carrington Ware

Ongoing: Projection workshop with Media + Archive Studies Miami. BYO retro photos, slides and negatives to join in.

Light refreshments will be served.

Give & Groove R&B Night 11/18/21

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Give & Groove R&B Night
Thursday, 11/18/2021-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Opa-locka ARC
675 Ali Baba Ave.,
Opa-locka, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: free

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

We Love R&B, and so do you!
We welcome you to join us in an evening filled with thrills as you sing your heart out to your favorite R&B cuts.
100% R&B All Night, Music, Food Trucks, Drinks, & a Vibe.

While you’re vibing, don’t forget to donate $25 or more to OLCDC for Give Miami Day to help us continue our efforts in improving:
– Affordable Housing
– Accessible Art and Cultural Programming (like this event)
– Financial Empowerment for all ages
– Small Business support and capital
– and engaging/empowering our community.

5050 Raffle for the Animals 6/18/21

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5050 Raffle for the Animals
Friday, 06/18/2021-, 06:00 am-11:59 pm
Website
Cost: See description for ticket prices

Requiring social distancing?
Requiring masks?
Providing hand sanitizer?

Want to WIN BIG? The Humane Society of Greater Miami’s 50/50 Raffle for the Animals is back! Purchase tickets online for your chance at winning 50% of the total cash jackpot. The other half will help give homeless animals a second chance. It’s a win-win for everyone!
With tickets starting at just $10 for 10 tickets, $20 for 40 tickets or $40 for 200 tickets, you won’t want to miss out on your chance to win! Fetch the winning ticket online before June 18th ends.

Juneteenth on Ali Baba Avenue Festival 6/19/21

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Juneteenth on Ali Baba Avenue Festival
Saturday, 06/19/2021-, 04:00 pm-09:00 pm
The ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: Free

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? OPTIONAL
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

This free event combines art and entertainment with workshops and interactive displays, commemorating the ongoing pursuit of Black liberation. Dr. Joanne Hyppolite, a curator at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, will lead a historic remembrance of the Emancipation Proclamation during the event, and attendees will enjoy food, contests, performances and art in celebration of Black culture.

Miami Reggae Festival 8/7/21, 8/8/21

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Miami Reggae Festival
Saturday, 08/07/2021-08/08/2021, 03:00 pm-12:00 am
Opa Locka Marketplace
12691 NW 42nd Ave,
Opa Locka, Florida, 33054
Website
Cost: 25

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? YES
Providing hand sanitizer? YES

A Celebration of Jamaica’s 59th year of Independence with aCall for Healing the Community through the vibrations of SoundSystem Culture.Miami Reggae Festival 2021 Celebrates Jamaica’s Independence Weekend with a Call for Healing the Community through Sound System Culture. Miami Reggae Festival weekend takes place on Saturday, August 7th and Sunday, August 8th, 2021. In their seventh year of presenting Miami Reggae Festival, Rockers Movement goes back to basics with a shift toward Jamaica’s Sound System Culture in solidarity, building on the foundation of the positive vibrations of Reggae and symbolizing the self-determination of our communities to survive.

The Annual Miami Reggae Festival 2021 celebrates the 59th year of Jamaica’s Independence with a call for healing the community and featuring the very best of Sound Systems from around the world (in alphabetical order): Adonai Sound, Bass Odyssey, Big Life Sound, Downbeat The Ruler, King Addies International, King Champion, King Waggy Tee, Ontrack Disco, Poison Dart, Rocksteadyy, Soul Supreme, Stone Love, Super Storm, Warrior Sound International and hosted by Mutabaruka.

Miami Reggae Festival is an Annual Charitable Music and Arts Festival with a 2021 focus on Healing the Community to gain the mental strength needed to renew a sense of oneness through this next phase of the global health crises. And to enhance the goodness, visitors can enjoy arts and crafts, dominoes, fresh juices and delicious Caribbean Jerk and Curries – all within the foundational groove of the Sound Systems.  Caribbean food is world renowned for its flavorful dishes which feature the richness of Jerk and curry seasonings and such favorites as, curried goat, oxtails, rice and peas, roti, red snapper, patties with coco bread, a wide variety of vegan options and the refreshment of fresh coconut water and cane juice.  This is a Caribbean banquet to enjoy with loved ones after time spent locked away and a chance to listen to some good Roots, Rock, Reggae and Dub music.

Miami Reggae Festival fuses food, arts and Reggae to raise awareness about extreme poverty as we come together for healing during Jamaica’s Independence weekend – a time of reflection on our individual contributions, for reverence in appreciation of what we have, for levity and lightheartedness, and also for peace as we expand our consciousness through the joy of celebration and charitable giving.

Africa Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow 12/1/20

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Africa Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Tuesday, 12/01/2020-02/28/2021, 12:00 am-11:59 pm
Website
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/.

Karavan Census 9/20/20

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Karavan Census
Sunday, 09/20/2020-, 01:00 pm-07:00 pm
Karavan Census
11510 NW 17th Ave,
Opa-Locka, Florida, 33167
Website
Cost:

Requiring social distancing? YES
Requiring masks? YES
Providing hand sanitizer?NO REPLY

Florida Counts Census 2020 has partnered with Sant La Haitian Community Center, the Miami-Dade Haitian Complete Count Committee (HACCC) and their community partners, in a “Karavan Census” on Sunday, September 20 from 1-7 p.m. The Karavan route will pass by neighborhoods in Opa-Locka, North Miami and Little Haiti. The goal for this event is to encourage residents in these communities to complete their census before the September 30 deadline.
The event will include a Rara Band, a party float truck and a mobile billboard flashing messages in Creole and English about the importance of the Census. “Break the Cycle” bicycle club will lead the Karavan through Opa-Locka. Staff from the Census Bureau will participate and distribute giveaways to attendees. Community leaders and census Bureau staff will be on site and equipped with computer tablets to help people complete their census. This event will respect all Miami-Dade County requirements for social distancing, masks and participant behavior.
The Karavan will start in Opa-Locka at 115th St. to the north, North West Seventh Avenue to NW 17th Ave. to the east and NW 135th St. to the south. It will then travel to North Miami Beach, Starting at Uleta on 167th St., North East Third Avenue, stopping at North Miami Beach Library on 164th St. NE 16th Ave., stopping at City Hall on 17011 NE 19th Ave. and moving west towards West Dixie Highway. It will move to Little Haiti, traveling on NW 62nd Street – North West Second Avenue until it arrives at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex on 59th Terrace.

Cyber Census Day Virtual Happy Hour 6/30/20

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Cyber Census Day Virtual Happy Hour
Tuesday, 06/30/2020-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm

Facebook
Cost: Free

Join OLCDC on Facebook Live for the Cyber Census Day Virtual Happy Hour party with local Miami DJ, DJ Tight, on the 1s and 2s. We’re bringing awareness to the Census and the importance of you taking it this year before October 31st.

Click here to register for the party: https://bit.ly/cybercensusfb

If you’re planning to turn up with us, follow OLCDC on Facebook at @olcdc and DJ Tight at @DJTight. Both pages will be live.

Film + Community Storytelling Virtual Seminar 6/3/20

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Film + Community Storytelling Virtual Seminar
Wednesday, 06/03/2020 – 05:30 pm – 06:30 pm

490 Opa-locka Blvd
Opa-locka Florida 33054
Virtual Location
Cost: Free

Do you want to be able to articulate the obstacles your community has overcome throughout history? In this seminar, Award-winning filmmaker, Dudley Alexis, will be teaching how to tell your community’s story through the art of storytelling and film.

In the spirit of practicing social distancing, this seminar is open to the public virtually and will be held on OLCDC’s Facebook page. You can view the live event at facebook.com/olcdc.

School Supply Giveaway 9/25/19

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School Supply Giveaway
Wednesday, 09/25/2019 – 02:00 pm – 06:00 pm
The ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Website
Cost: Free

Our youth have gone back to school, and we want to make sure they don’t run out of supplies during the year.

Publix is working with the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation to provide quality school supplies to the students in our community. Our youth have gone back to school, and we want to make sure they don’t run out of supplies during the year. We know those crayons and pencils have worn down, the paper in the notebooks are being used, so it’s time to stock up! Parents are encouraged to sign up their child’s name(s) to ensure they receive supplies.

LWVMD MDC North Campus Party to the Polls 10/29/18

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LWVMD MDC North Campus Party to the Polls
Monday, 10/29/2018 – 04:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Miami Dade College – North Campus
11380 NW 27th Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33167
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Cost: Free

The League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade is hosting a Party to the Poll to celebrate our superpower: the ability to vote! We will have free food, a DJ, voter assistance booth, family-friendly activities such as games and trivia, and raffle prizes! Come out to vote and party with us this election season!

The South Florida Comic Book and Sci-Fi Expo 12/29/17

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The South Florida Comic Book and Sci-Fi Expo
Friday, 12/29/2017 – 12/29/2017 10:00 am – 07:00 pm
The ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Eventbrite
Cost: 5

Miami International Science Fiction Film Festival and Opa-Locka Community Development Corporation are proud to present the First Annual South Florida Comic Book and Sci-Fi Expo! Join us Friday, December 29th for a day of Cosplay Contests, Panels and Workshops with some of the industries leading experts and enthusiasts, raffles and much more! Kids age 12 & under will be free with every purchase of an adult ticket.

Free admission to residents of Opa-locka with ID or proof of residency. Food trucks will be on-site with food available for purchase. If you have additional questions or wish to be a vendor please contact us via here or any of our social media channels.

ATMAN: The Caribbean Lion Opening Exhibition 11/9/17

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ATMAN: The Caribbean Lion Opening Exhibition
Thursday, 11/09/2017 – 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

Join us for the exciting opening reception of the latest exhibition “ATMAN: The Caribbean Lion” featuring art, fashion, and live music! The show, featuring works by Caribbean artist Derrick Grant, explores the ego, from the artistic perspective, and how it relates to our sense of reality.
For more information, contact Aileen at aileen@olcdc.org or Sebastian at sebastiangrant2@comcast.net

Art + Tech After School Programs 9/28/17

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Art + Tech After School Programs
Monday, 09/28/2017 – 12/14/2017 03:30 pm – 05:00 pm
Arts Academy of Excellence
780 Fisherman Street, 2nd Floor,
Opa Locka, Florida 33054
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

The Art + Tech After School Programs is uniquely designed to provide the opportunity and support children with interests and talents in creative writing, music and dance, robotics, mobile apps, making and visual and media arts.

The programs take place until December 14, 2017 at the Arts Academy of Excellence in Opa-locka. The Art + Tech After School Programs occur Monday through Thursday from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

12th Edition of International Conference on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine 5/10/18

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12th Edition of International Conference on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
Thursday, 05/10/2018 – 05/11/2018 09:00 am – 06:00 pm
Frankfurt,Germany
Frankfurt,Germany,
Frankfurt,Germany, Georgia 60306
Website
Cost: 250$ onwards

EUROSCICON Ltd welcomes you to the 12th Edition of International Conference on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine. It’s an exciting time for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine as we continue in evaluating the novel techniques and innovate a new modality in it. Tissue Science 2018 confronting bioengineering revolution in Medicinal field by gathering of renowned academia, business experts and young researchers in this field.

Toast to Art: Paint Night at the ARC 9/22/17

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Toast to Art: Paint Night at the ARC
Friday, 09/22/2017 – 09/22/2017 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
The ARC
675 Ali Baba Ave,
Opa-locka`, Florida 33054
Eventbrite
Cost: $10-$30

Come unwind at The ARC with a fun Friday paint session led by local artist Chris Austin! No painting experience is necessary as Chris will lead you to unleash your inner artist to create a unique image that you can take home.
Space is limited so reserve your canvas today! Includes all materials, live instruction, and wine*. All ages welcome. Please let us know if special accomodations are needed.
*Must provide proper identification of being 21+ to drink. Please drink responsibly.
For more information, sponsorship, or media opportunities, please contact Ashley Cover:
ashley@olcdc.org or by calling 305-687-3545 or 305-527-1227

Life Is Art Soul Of Opa-locka Show 6/24/17

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Life Is Art Soul Of Opa-locka Show
Saturday, June 24th, 5:30pm – 11:00pm
Opa-locka Art & Rec Center
675 Ali Baba Avenue
Opa-locka FL 33054
Entry is FREE WITH RSVP
Plenty of free street and lot parking is available.

 Life Is Art, Opa-locka CDC and the Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs join together to bring you the Soul Of Opa-locka Show! A music showcase of the Opa-locka sound and people. Featuring local musical artists of all ages and styles representing their experience.

Featuring the incredible Afro-Cuban sounds of PALO!
Locals Showcase Includes:
VP, JAKX, Luna of Dirty5ive
Edwive Seme aka Edwaffle
Bernard (2seater) Kearse
Joel Talabert aka Godson the Great
And more!
Open mic available time permitting.

The Ms. Cheezious Food Truck will be on hand with their delicious grilled cheese and other delectables.
Miami Events Group will be serving up all your favorite beverages with a full bar, as well as plenty of non-alcoholic drinks.

With support of Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

Free Arts and Tech Thrive Summer Camp 6/19/17

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Free Arts and Tech Thrive Summer Camp
Monday, 06/19/2017 – 08:30 am – 03:30 pm
Thrive Innovation District
780 Fisherman Street, 2nd Floor,
Opa Locka, Florida 33054
Website
Cost: Free

Free Arts + Tech Thrive Summer Camps In Opa-Locka
Thrive Arts+Tech Summer Camps for Grades 4-12. Enrollment Deadline May 15, 2017

The Opa-locka Community Development Corporation introduces the Thrive Innovation District with a vision that focuses on opportunities for community growth manifested through the arts + tech + health and wellness + innovation + creativity in downtown Opa-locka.

The first initiative of the Thrive Innovation District is the Arts+Tech Summer Camps 2017 funded by The Children’s Trust. The camps are Free and will offer students in Grades 4-12 an opportunity to explore interests and talents in the areas of Creative Writing, Music and Dance, Gaming, Web Design, Mobile Apps and 3-D Printing. These 6-week camps will take place from June 19, 2017 to July 28, 2017 at the Thrive Innovation District in Opa-locka. All programs are free, offer free breakfast and lunch to participants, and will run between 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday (exact times vary per camp).

Rich and Lex Annual Home Gallery Event 11/26/16

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Rich and Lex Annual Home Gallery Event
Saturday, 11/26/2016 – 11/26/2016 11:00 am – 07:00 pm
TheNewOpaLocka_R&L_V3The ARC in Opa-Locka
675 Ali-Baba Avenue,
Opa-Locka, Florida 33054
Eventbrite
Cost: Free

Rich & LEX will be hosting a family fun gallery event with items featured on richandlex.com

We are bringing the website to you on Small Business Saturday (11/26)! Rich & LEX will have art on display, a variety of bedding, vendors in the courtyard, Santa for the kids, and more.

We invite you to browse, shop, and enjoy! Visit richandlex.com for more.

@richandlex
@RichSays__
@LEXsays__

The 5th Annual Art Of Transformation “SAY It Loud” Series Re-Images Blackness In America 11/10/16

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The 5th Annual Art Of Transformation “SAY It Loud” Series Re-Images Blackness In America
Thursday, 11/10/2016 – 11/10/2016 06:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Ref.-10The ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa Locka, Florida 33054
Website
Cost: FREE

Curated by Tumelo Mosaka, the AOT series is themed “SAY IT LOUD!” and will feature work by prominent contemporary artists Michael Paul Britto, Myra Greene, Joshua R. McFadden, Mario Pfeifer and Roberto Visani, and films by Bhawin Suchak & Ira McKinley and Stanley Nelson. “SAY IT LOUD!” is inspired by the James Brown song of the same name that addresses racial discrimination and calls for black empowerment. The call in this context is a rallying cry for all to mobilize against injustice and discrimination, as well as embrace black culture pride in the United States and African Diaspora. The artists explore a range of experiences that not only address the re-imagination and representation of blackness, but also examine the fear, trauma, and grief transpiring in black communities.

Exhibition Dates/Hours: November 10, 2016 to January 22, 2017, Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. Closed on holidays. Please email aileen@olcdc.org to arrange special visits (group tours, weekend or evening viewings). For more information, visit www.opalockaart.com

RSVP at www.aot2016opening.eventbrite.com

Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival 3/4/16, 3/5/16, 3/6/16

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Okeechobee Music & Arts Festival
Friday, 03/04/2016 – 03/06/2016 12:00 pm –
Sunshine Grove
12517 NE 91st Ave,
Okeechobee, FL, Florida 34972
Website
Cost:

Mumford & Sons | Kendrick Lamar | Skrillex | Bassnectar | Robert Plant & The Sensational Shape Shifters | Odesza | Daryl Hall and John Oats | The Avett Brothers | Future | Miguel | Fetty Wap | Ween | Big Grams (Big Boi + Phantogram) | AND MANY MORE

The Art of Transformation: VIP Party 12/4/15

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The Art of Transformation: VIP Party
Friday, 12/04/2015 – 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
The Arc
675 Ali Baba Avenue,,
Opa-Locka, Florida 33054
No Link
Cost: Free

Venture a few miles north of Art Basel / Miami Beach to our urban oasis in Opa-locka to enjoy the closing party for “Through the Eyes of Others” hosted by OLCDC and some of contemporary art’s groundbreaking artists.
For more information, visit www.opalockaart.com.

The Art of Transformation: Opening Reception 11/6/15

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AOT_PalmCard_Series_BACK_V4_FINAL copyThe Art of Transformation: Opening Reception
Friday, 11/06/2015 – 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
The Arc
675 Ali Baba Avenue,,
Opa-Locka, Florida 33054
Website Link
Cost: Free

Curated by Tumelo Mosaka, “Through the Eyes of Others” aims to provide a critical platform for re-imaging the past, present and future possibilities of blackness as something more complex than race. What words, actions and images can interrogate the culture of violence, distrust and hatred applied to black people? While stereotypical images of black people continue to reinforce negative attitudes, work in the exhibit resists and defies easy consumption of these subjects. Participating artists include Ebony G. Patterson, Dread Scott, Hank Willis Thomas, and Bernard Williams.
Join us for the opening reception with the curator and artists, a sampling of local Opa-locka restaurants, drinks, and music.
Visit www.opalockaart.com for more info or contact Aileen Alon (aileen@olcdc.org).

The Art of Transformation: Artists’ Panel 11/7/15

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The Art of Transformation: Artists’ Panel
Saturday, 11/07/2015 – 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm
The Arc
675 Ali Baba Avenue,,
Opa-Locka, Florida 33054
No Link
Cost: Free

Join “Through the Eyes of Others” curator Tumelo Mosaka and artists Dread Scott and Bernard Williams for an in-depth look at and discussion of their work, the relevance of race in their practice, and the role of art in transforming society today. Event includes artist meet-and-greet.
This event is part of the 2015 Art of Transformation series which celebrates the revitalization of Opa-locka through the arts. For more information, visit www.opalockaart.com.

The Art of Transformation: “The Interrupters” Film Screening 11/11/15

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The Art of Transformation: “The Interrupters” Film Screening
Wednesday, 11/11/2015 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
The Arc
675 Ali Baba Avenue,,
Opa-Locka, Florida 33054
No Link
Cost: Free

“The Interrupters” (125 minutes, unrated), by Steve James and Alex Kotlowitz, is an award-winning documentary that explores violence in America. It tells the stories of three individuals who try to protect their communities from the escalating violence they once engaged. Filmed in Chicago when the city became a national symbol for violence, these individuals known as the “Violence Interrupters” intervene in conflicts before they explode. A short discussion will follow the screening.
This event is part of the 2015 Art of Transformation series which celebrates the revitalization of Opa-locka through the arts. For more information, visit www.opalockaart.com.

The Art of Transformation Exhibit Through the Eyes of Others 11/6/15 – 12/4/15

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The Art of Transformation Exhibit Through the Eyes of Others
Friday, 11/06/2015 – 12/04/2015 10:00 am – 05:00 pm
AOT1The Arc
675 Ali Baba Avenue,,
Opa-Locka, Florida 33054
No Link
Cost: Free

The exhibition, Through the Eyes of Others, aims to provide a critical platform for re-imaging the past, present and future possibilities of blackness as something more complex than race. While label images of black people continue to reinforce negative attitudes, the exhibition showcases the strength and resilience of a community that is finding unity through art. With events such as Art of Transformation, OLCDC hopes to achieve its goal of transforming Opa-locka into one of the region’s better known centers of the arts, culture and living. This exhibition is a vital part of gaining awareness for a community of choice where people want to live, work, play and create, which is made possible through OLCDC’s investment in the community.

“Beautiful Decay” Exhibition in Opa-locka 9/18/15

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“Beautiful Decay” Exhibition in Opa-locka
Friday, 09/18/2015 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
BeautifulDecayThe ARC (Arts & Recreation Center)
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Website
Cost: Free

“Beautiful Decay” is an architectural exploration into the viability of current methods of habitation. Both real and speculative, the selected projects explore sceneries and scenarios that tackle the issues facing our ever-changing landscape. Featuring local and national architects and designers, the exhibition is curated by Germane Barnes, OLCDC Designer-in-Residence and Lecturer at the University of Miami School of Architecture.

The exhibition will run from September 18 to October 18, 2015.

“Beautiful Decay was inspired by the disillusionment one often experiences with ‪‎architecture‬. Whether professionally or in ‪‎academia‬, one often reaches a critical juncture when they attempt to find their place in the field. Architecture is routinely thought of as limitless and impactful and iconic and autonomous. A lucky few are able to realize those thoughts, the vast majority are not. Miami, a relatively young city, is currently facing that moment. While contemporary projects are beginning to appear across the city, Miami’s rich history is collateral damage.

The goal of this exhibition is to bring attention to issues surrounding but not limited to South Florida. Sea level rise and flooding are no longer speculative topics, but real phenomenon that one physically and visually experiences during the summer months. Architecture in the tropical world is filled with endless, speculative possibilities that need to be explored.

While Beautiful Decay is an attempt to give a ‪Voice to the voiceless, to express the work of locations that are often forgotten or ignored, it is not limited to Miami. ‪Proposals will display instances of global decadence and work that provoke insightful discussion on the world that we inhabit, both positively and negatively.”
âž– Germane Barnes

Beautiful Decay Art Exhibition 9/18/15

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Beautiful Decay Art Exhibition
Friday, 09/18/2015 – 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Beautiful-Decay-Flyer2-SmallThe ARC
675 Ali Baba Ave,
Miami, Florida 33054
More Information
Cost: Free

Spend the evening at the Arts and Recreation Center in Opa-locka. The Beautiful Decay art exhibition will take you on an architectural exploration into the viability of current methods of habitation. Both real and speculative, the selected projects explore sceneries and scenarios that tackle the issues facing our ever-changing landscapes.

Photographs of River Of Art and Taste of Opa-locka on 6/23/15

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Life Is Art, Soul Of Miami, Buskerfest and the Opa-locka CDC present a very special River Of Art and Taste of Opa-locka on Tuesday, June 23, 2105.  Hosted at the brand new Opa-locka Art & Recreation Center, we have teamed up with the Opa-locka CDC and Buskerfest to produce our biggest River Of Art, yet! Featuring ten amazing local artists, a showcase of hot local bands and performers, and tastings by several Opa-locka restaurants, we guarantee this will be worth the drive. Entry includes complimentary tastings from Opa-locka restaurants and wine tasting sponsored by Papi Demi Sec.

* Visual Artists: Ivan Roque, Franklin A. Cedeno, Alfrena Moosa, Gary L. Moore, James Brutus, Paschal, Edwive Seme, Daniel Ferrer, Glenda Ramos, David Bulit

* Live Music and Performance Showcase: Gypsy Cat Band, Dangerfun, The Tribe, Najee Lee

* Restaurant Tastings: Jackson Soul Food, Country Meat Market, Crabman 305 and Leroys BBQ

* Drink Tastings: Papi Demi Sec

Bringing People and Art Together
The River Of Art is an exciting evening of business networking featuring an interesting show, excellent music, delicious cuisine tastings and refreshing beverages. The River Of Art is a monthly gathering place of Miami’s good people, executives, industrialists, innovators, creators, entrepreneurs, changemakers, activists, and artists. Attendees may enjoy a complimentary welcome beer and tastings of the menu included with your entry. Hashtag: #RiverOfArt.

About Opa-locka CDC: The Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC) was established in November 1980 as a non-profit community development corporation to address the distressed unemployment conditions, particularly in the Opa-locka and North Dade County, Florida, communities. It began addressing conditions through community organizing and soon expanded to provide community services and develop housing. Over time, tackling the area’s lack of affordable housing became OLCDC’s major focus. Since 1980, OLCDC has developed and sold 145 single-family homes to low-to-moderate-income first-time homebuyers and, through partnerships with private developers, has built over 2500 units of rental housing.

About Buskerfest: 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.

About the River Of Art Program: The River Of Art is a monthly business networker and art showcase combined. We provide more than just a platform for professionals to get together, discuss business strategies and make connections, we create synergies to help promote business by including an amazing art show of local talent!

About Life Is Art: Life Is Art is a Florida-based 501(c)3 non-profit corporation dedicated to creating positive change in the community with the arts and culture through events and education. We give South Florida artists and civic leaders the tools to thrive and grow, while enhancing the lives of those living in our area.

About Soul Of Miami: The Soul Of Miami has become one of the most popular local community sites in south Florida. It includes an extensive calendar, listing all sorts of happenings from all over the area: charity, arts, happy hours, concerts, networkers, nightlife, fairs, festivals and so much more. Tens of thousands of active south Floridians visiting the site every month.

Premiere Sponsor: Spectrum Miami
Partners: Fabulous Miami – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – Catalyst Miami – InTheLoop305
With support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

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A Very Special River Of Art and Taste of Opa-locka 6/23/15

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Life Is Art, Soul Of Miami, Buskerfest and the Opa-locka CDC present a very special River Of Art and Taste of Opa-locka
Tuesday, June 23, 6:00pm-10:00pm
The ARC – Arts & Recreation Center
RiverOfArtWeb-23SOUL675 Ali Baba Avenue
Opa-locka, FL 33054

$10 with Advance Purchase, Promo Code: SOUL
Register Here
$20 at the Door
Proceeds go to support the local arts.
Free Parking

Hosted at the brand new Opa-locka Arts and Recreation Center, this is our biggest River Of Art, yet! Featuring ten amazing local artists, a showcase of hot local bands, and tastings by several Opa-locka restaurants, we guarantee this will be worth the drive! Includes complimentary tastings from Opa-locka restaurants and wine sponsored by Papi Demi Sec. Free parking.

Featuring
Visual Artists: Ivan Roque, Franklin A. Cedeno, Alfrena Moosa, Gary L. Moore, James Brutus, Paschal, Edwive Seme, Daniel Ferrer, Glenda Ramos, David Bulit
Live Music and Performance Showcase: Gypsy Cat Band, Dangerfun, The Tribe, Najee Lee
Restaurant Tastings: Jackson Soul Food, Country Meat Market, Hammond’s Bakery, Crabman 305, Leroys BBQ, Miami Finga Licking, The Sweet Boutique and More
Drink Tastings: Papi Demi Sec

Bringing People and Art Together
The River Of Art is an exciting evening of business networking featuring an interesting show, excellent music, delicious cuisine tastings and refreshing beverages. The River Of Art is a monthly gathering place of Miami’s good people, executives, industrialists, innovators, creators, entrepreneurs, changemakers, activists, and artists. Attendees may enjoy a complimentary welcome beer and tastings of the menu included with your entry.
Hashtag: #RiverOfArt

Premiere Sponsor: Spectrum Miami
Partners: Fabulous Miami – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – Catalyst Miami – InTheLoop305 – Arts & Business Council – Bakehouse Art Complex – Association of Fundraising Professionals – Social Media Club South Florida – The New Tropic
With support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

META 4: Endurance 5/31/15

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META 4: Endurance
Sunday, 05/31/2015 – 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
META-MAY-flyer-updated-SMLThe ARC
675 Ali Baba Ave.,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

In honor of Haitian Heritage Month, the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC), is hosting META 4: Endurance, a film and visual arts exhibition at the Arts and Recreation Center (ARC) in Opa-locka. The Endurance exhibition celebrates Haiti’s remarkable contribution to humanity and features artists Asser Saint-Val, Guy Syllien, James Brutus and Nzingah Oniwosan in addition to filmmakers Dudley Alexis and Jason Fitzroy Jeffers. Those interested in attending should RSVP by: May 29, 2015.

META 3 The Third Eye Art Exhibition and Panel Discussion 4/26/15

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META 3 The Third Eye Art Exhibition and Panel Discussion
Sunday, 04/26/2015 – 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Digital CameraThe ARC
675 Ali Baba Ave.,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
More Info Link
Cost: Free

The 3rd edition of the META art exhibition series features artists Asser Saint-Val, Loni Johnson, Juana Valdes, T. Eliott Mansa, and Robert McKnight. In addition to the artwork, there will be a panel discussion featuring Derek Davis, Robert McKnight, Nzingha Oniwosan and Denise Credle. META is a monthly art series meant to engage the Opa-locka and greater South Florida communities with unique and transformative art, leading up to OLCDC’s annual Art of Transformation in November and December. The Third Eye is open to the public and free to attend. People interested in attending must RSVP by April 24, at http://www.meta3.eventbrite.com/. More information can be found at www.opalockaart.com.

OLCDC Community Paint Day 4/18/14

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OLCDC Community Paint Day
Saturday, 04/18/2015 – 07:00 am – 05:00 pm
Ali-Baba-Avenue-designThe ARC
675 Ali Baba Ave.,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Eventbrite Link
Cost: Free

With the help of more than 200 volunteers organized by Miami Rise, the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC) under the guidance of renowned artist and landscape architect Walter Hood, will transform a main corridor from a barren, uninviting stretch of asphalt into a vibrant corridor featuring colorful geometric patterns. The project, Site/Cite, is the first phase of Hood’s vision for Opa-locka, and is a major part of the dramatic changes in one of Miami’s most iconic and storied neighborhoods.
Art enthusiasts, volunteers, and those with an interest in sustainable development are invited to participate in the reimagining of Ali Baba Avenue during the Community Paint Day. Materials including paint, brushes, a T-shirt and meals will be provided to hundreds of people participating in painting the avenue, surrounding sidewalks and street furniture, during one of the largest and most iconic participatory public art displays in South Florida.

META Art Series Event 2 3/29/15

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META Art Series Event 2
Sunday, 03/29/2015 – 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
META-march-flyer-Judy-Sayfie_smallThe ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Eventbrite Link
Cost: Free

The March edition of OLCDC’s new art series META is in honor of Women’s History Month and doubles as the opening of “Forces of Nature: Bounce and Flow” featuring artists Elaine Defibaugh, Sheila Elias, Judy Sayfie, and Hattie Mae Williams. The multimedia art exhibition will be a visual feast full of color, fantasy, creative power and energy. The March 29 opening will also include a panel discussion on the transformational value of art, co-moderated by META curator Ludlow Bailey of CADA Conversations and Mikhaile Solomon, Director of Public Art for OLCDC and Founder/Director of PRIZM Art Fair.

Panelists include:
Dr. Carol Damian, Professor of Art History at FIU
Evelyn Pierre, Director of the Haitian Cultural Museum
Marie Vickles, Education Manager for Outreach Programs at the Perez Art Museum Miami / Curator-in-Residence at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex

FREE and open to the public!

“Forces of Nature: Bounce and Flow” will be on display at The ARC from March 29 – April 15, 2015. Exhibition hours: Monday – Friday 10 AM – 5:30 PM. Weekends by appointment only.

META is a monthly art series is meant to engage the Opa-locka and greater South Florida communities with unique and transformative art, leading up to OLCDC’s annual Art of Transformation in November and December.

Third World Film Festival Film Noir vs Neo Noir 3/28/15

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Third World Film Festival Film Noir vs Neo Noir
Saturday, 03/28/2015 – 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Third-World-Cinema-Project-Film-Festival-UpdatedThe ARC
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Eventbrite Link
Cost: Free

ABOUT THE FILM FESTIVAL

This one-day film festival will explore cinema’s stylish film noir and neo-noir genres in the developing world. Film noir from the 1930s-1950s is characterized by stark, angular shadows; conflicted anti-heroes; chiaroscuro lighting; determined, beautiful, scheming women; obscured scenes; and isolation in modern cities. Neo-noir addresses philosophical questions about the essence of human nature, guilt, redemption, and problems of knowledge, memory and identity, while blurring the lines between right and wrong, good and evil. Two films per genre will be screened to introduce and expose the art of stylized filmmaking and foreign films in Opa-locka.

FREE public event. Viewer discretion is advised as some films may not be suitable for children.

ABOUT THE FILMS & SCREENING TIMES

12:00 PM – The Goddess (“Shennü” – 1934, China) – 85 minutes, drama, PG
Street walker by night, devoted mother by day, a woman fights to get her son an education amid criminal and social injustice in China. Dismissed as immoral by scholars during the Cultural Revolution, it is now one of the best known films of China’s cinematic golden age. Directed by Wu Yonggang.

2:00 PM – Three Monkeys (“Üç maymun” – 2008, Turkey) – 109 minutes, drama, unrated
This strange detective story set in Istanbul traces the journey of a family struggling to stay together and ignore responsibilities by not seeing, hearing, or talking about the truth. Won Best Special Effects at the Golden Orange Film Festival, Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival, and the Golden Anchor Competition Award at the Haifa International Film Festival. Directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan.

4:00 PM – Bob the Gambler (“Bob Le Flambeur” – 1956, France) – 98 minutes, drama/thriller, PG
A tribute to classic American gangster films and inspiration for French New Wave filmmakers, Bob Le Flambeur is about an aging gangster and gambler in Paris who navigates the treacherous world of pimps, moneymen and naïve associates while plotting one last score: the heist of the Deauville casino. Directed by Jean-Pierre Melville.

6:00 PM – How to Steal 2 Million (2011, South Africa) – 84 minutes, drama/action, ages 16+
A dark crime drama set in gritty, unforgiving city streets, the film follows a robber who gets out of jail and finds that his partner, who never got caught, has married his former fiancée. Desperate for cash, he agrees to help his partner out with a deviant plan in this South African homage to film noir. Won Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress in a Supporting Role, and Best Achievement in Editing at the 2012 African Movie Academy Awards. Directed by Charlie Vundla.

Light refreshments and snacks will be served.

Presented by:
-Florida International University Honors College Third World Cinema class (https://honors.fiu.edu/)
-Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (www.olcdc.org | www.opalockaart.com)

For more info, contact: Nina @ nmerc005@fiu.edu | 954.830.4949 or Aileen @ aileen@olcdc.org | 305.687.3545

Books and BBQ 3/28/15

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Books and BBQ
Saturday, 03/28/2015 – 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
BOOKS-BBQ-v2Magnolia North Community Park
2123 Ali Baba Avenue,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Facebook Link
Cost: Free

OLCDC & Bookleggers Library are hosting a fun-filled, family-friendly afternoon at the park, complete with FREE books and $5 BBQ plates! Everyone’s invited!

Bookleggers is a community mobile library based out of South Florida, setting up at rotating venues once a month and giving away free books to the public. As of 2015, Bookleggers Library operates with the generous funding from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation.
For those who are new to Bookleggers, the rules are simple:
1) Everyone gets one book for free;
2) We accept trades, a book for a book;
3) Each additional book is $2.

META Forces of Nature Bounce and Flow 3/29/15

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META Forces of Nature Bounce and Flow
Sunday, 03/29/2015 – 01:00 pm – 04:00 pm
META-march-flyer-Sheila-EliasThe ARC
675 Ali Baba Ave.,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
RSVP Link
Cost: Free

The event features a multi-media art exhibition that highlights the visual and performance artistry of Judy Sayfie, Elaine Defibaugh, Sheila Elias and Hattie Mae Williams. The event will also include a panel discussion on the transformational value of art. This event is the second of a four-part META series— a free monthly cultural event designed to engage the South Florida community with unique and transformative art experiences. The exhibition begins on March 29, 2015 from 1-4 PM and runs until April 15, 2015. Curator, Ludlow Bailey, says, “Forces of Nature: Bounce and Flow is a visual feast, full of color, fantasy, creative power and transformational energy.

3rd Annual Art of Transformation: Grand Finale 12/12/14

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3rd Annual Art of Transformation: Grand Finale
Friday, 12/12/2014 – 12/12/2014 07:00 pm – 07:00 pm
ClosingARC (Arts & Recreation Center)
675 Ali Baba Ave,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

The 3rd Annual Art of Celebration is a celebration of the revitalization plan of Opa-locka presented by, the non-profit, the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation. Now in its third year, the Art of Transformation has grown into a county-wide series of arts events further celebrating Opa-locka’s historic past, promoting the present, and envisioning its future. The series of events will take place from Wednesday, Nov. 12 through Sunday, Dec. 14, 2014, and feature a performance by sound and performance artist Pamela Z, the In Plain Sight Art Exhibition (including sculpture artists Nari Ward and Karyn Olivier, photographer Renee Cox, and installation artist Yashua Klos), an Art, Food & Music Street Festival, a showing of Michelange Quay’s film Eat, for This is My Body, a performance by dancer and choreographer Nora Chipaumire, and workshop by visual artist Emmanuel Pratt.

The Grand Finale of the 3rd Annual Art of Transformation will feature a screening of Renee Cox’s new short film “Sacred Geometry,” which premiered at Art Basel/Miami Art Week, and local talent as closing festivities for the In Plain Sight exhibition (featuring Cox, Yashua Klos, Karyn Olivier, and Nari Ward) and the entire Art of Transformation series of artistic events celebrating the revitalization of Opa-locka, Fla.

Photographs of Art of Transformation VIP Reception at Opa-Locka Art and Recreation Center on 11/14/14

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Art of Transformation VIP Reception at Opa-Locka Art and Recreation Center on Friday, November 14, 2014.
THE ART OF TRANSFORMATION SERIES: “ Powered by the Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC), The Art of Transformation is an annual celebration of the rebirth of Opa-locka, Fla., Originally an inaugural, single evening in 2011 and the 2nd Annual in 2012 to honor Opa-locka’s historic past, celebrate its present, and envision its bright future, the Art of Transformation has “transformed” itself and evolved into one month of exciting multi-disciplinary artistic events around Miami-Dade County. Curated by Tumelo Mosaka, the 2014 series highlights how art is capable of encouraging urban and civic renewal.”

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3rd Annual Art of Transformation Series 11/12/14 – 12/14/14

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3rd Annual Art of Transformation Series
Wednesday, 11/12/2014 – 12/14/2014 07:00 am – 07:00 pm
Art and Recreation Center
675 Ali Baba Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33054
Webpage Link
Cost: Free

THE ART OF TRANSFORMATION SERIES
CELEBRATING THE REVITALIZATION OF OPA-LOCKA
2014 event series highlights how art is capable of encouraging urban and civic renewal

WHAT: The 3rd Annual Art of Transformation, a series of artistic events celebrating the revitalization of Opa-locka
WHO: Curated by
WHEN: November 12th to December 14th, 2014

Wednesday, November 12th, 2014, 7 – 9 PM
Performance by Pamela Z
Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts at Florida Memorial University
15800 NW 42nd Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33054

Saturday, November 15th to Sunday, December 14th, 2014
Art Exhibition: In Plain Sight
Mondays – Fridays: 10 AM – 6 PM (Fridays till 9 PM with pop-up wine bar & entertainment)
Weekends: 12 – 5 PM
The ARC (Arts & Recreation Center)
675 Ali Baba Avenue, Opa-locka, FL 33054
Nari Ward (Sculpture/Installation)
Karyn Olivier (Sculpture/Installation)
Renee Cox (Photography)
Yashua Klos (Installation)

Saturday, November 15th, 2014, 2 – 10 PM
The Art of Transformation: Art, Food & Music Street Festival
Ali Baba Avenue between Aladdin Street and Opa-locka Boulevard Opa-locka, FL 33054

Sunday, November 16th, 2014, 2 – 4 PM
Film by Michelange Quay
Title: Mange, ceci est mon corps (Eat, for This Is My Body), 2007 Perez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132
Tumelo Mosaka from South Africa and former Contemporary Curator
of Contemporary Art at the Krannert Art Museum, IL.

Friday, December 5th, 2014, 7 – 8:30 PM
Dance Performance by Nora Chipaumire
Little Haiti Cultural Center
212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami, FL 33137

Saturday, December 13th, 2014, 2 – 5 PM
Artist Talk by Emmanuel Pratt & Exhibition Closing
The ARC (Arts & Recreation Center)
675 Ali Baba Avenue, Opa-locka, FL 33054

COST: All events are FREE and open to the public

SPONSORS: The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation National Endowment of the Arts
Surdna Foundation

MEDIA: Nelson Adams IV
Circle of One Marketing
Nelson@circleofonemarketing.com (305) 576-3790

INFO: Aileen Alon, P: 305-687-3545 x224
aileen@olcdc.org

ADDITIONAL: More information on all events and participating artists are available upon request. Interviews are also available based on artist’s schedules.

WEBSITE: www.opalockaart.com

THE TRANSFORMATION:
It began in 2011 when OLCDC was awarded a National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) “Our Town” Grant to create dynamic public art and engaging spaces to replace street barricades in the city’s most notorious neighborhood. OLCDC partnered with Miami-Dade County Art in Public Places to administer a call to artists, soliciting more than 200 responses from around the world. In Summer 2012, four artists/teams—Gale Fulton Ross, R & R Studios, Jennifer Bonner & Christian Stayner, and Walter Hood—were selected to begin work throughout the City of Opa-locka. They joined forces with renowned urban planners, landscape architects and project developers to implement the public art component of the redevelopment of Opa-locka, particularly in the Magnolia North neighborhood. Since then, the arts have been infused throughout the OLCDC’s revitalization efforts, from housing to infrastructure development to education and more.

ABOUT OPA-LOCKA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (OLCDC):
The Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC) was established in November 1980 as a non-profit community development corporation in order to address the distressed unemployment conditions, particularly in the Opa-locka and North Dade County, Florida, communities. Its primary mission is to transform neighborhoods by capitalizing on community assets, empowering residents and creating community and economic initiatives that serve as a catalyst in promoting sustainable development. For more information about OLCDC, please visit www.olcdc.org.

The 3rd Annual Art of Transformation 11/12/14

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The 3rd Annual Art of Transformation
Wednesday, 11/12/2014 – 12/14/2014 07:00 pm –
AOT_logoOpa-locka Community Development Corporation
490 Opa-locka Blvd,
Opa-locka, Florida 33054
Webpage Link
Cost: Varies by event

Art of Transformation Series: November 12th to December 14th, 2014
The Art of Transformation is a celebration of the revitalization plan of Opa-locka presented by the non-profit Opa-locka Community Development Corporation. Now in its third year, the Art of Transformation has grown into a county-wide series of events further celebrating Opa-locka’’s historic past, promoting the present, and envisioning its future. This series highlights how art is capable of encouraging urban and civic renewal.

Wednesday, November 12th, 2014, 7 – 9 PM
Performance by Pamela Z
Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts at Florida Memorial University
15800 NW 42nd Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33054
Pamela Z is an African-American sound and performance artist who uses technology to create visual and aural narratives with gestural movements, pushing her performance to the edge of dance and evoking the extensive experience of human emotions. She has extensively exhibited and presented her works internationally; is a recipient of the Guggenheim Fellowship and ASCAP Music Award; and has composed scores for dance, film, and new music chamber ensembles.

Saturday, November 15th to Sunday, December 14th, 2014
Art Exhibition: In Plain Sight
Mondays – Fridays: 10 AM – 6 PM (Fridays till 9 PM with pop-up wine bar & entertainment)
Weekends: 12 – 5 PM; 2 PM – 5 PM on Nov. 15 – Day of the Art, Food & Music Street Festival
The ARC (Arts & Recreation Center) 675 Ali Baba Avenue, Opa-locka, FL 33054
Nari Ward (Sculpture/Installation)
Karyn Olivier (Sculpture/Installation)
Renee Cox (Photography)
Yashua Klos (Installation)

Event Description (Nari Ward, Karyn Oliver, Renee Cox, Yashua Klos):
– NARI WARD (Sculpture/Installation)
Ward creates dramatic sculptural installations composed of found everyday objects from the urban environment to examine race, poverty and consumer culture. Jamaican born and based in New York, Ward has exhibited in the Whitney Biennial and several museums, been commissioned by the United Nations, and received numerous awards.

– KARYN OLIVIER (Sculpture/Installation)
A conceptual artist exploring social interactions and reinterpreting familiar objects and spaces, Olivier will address relationship tensions from Opa-locka’s landscape intersecting between industrial and residential. A Trinidad and Tobago native, Olivier has exhibited in the World Festival of Black Arts and Culture in Senegal, Busan Biennial in Korea, The Studio Museum in Harlem, MoMA P.S. 1 and others.

– RENEE COX (Photography)
Cox questions our views on race, politics, religion and gender using the female body to challenge these pre-existing ideas. She will display a new body of work challenging representation of the black figure. A Jamaican-American artist whose work has been widely exhibited, Cox was awarded the Chrysalis Award by the Museum of Contemporary African Diaspora Arts.

– YASHUA KLOS (Installation)
Klos creates large, fragile collages of fragmented portraits that mirror the constant fracturing and reconfiguration of identity. His works explores issues of identity, memory and history through the lens of mythologizing blackness. Klos’ work has been exhibited throughout the U.S. and France, been published in Daniel Parker’s African Art: the Diaspora and Beyond, and reviewed in the New York Times.

Saturday, November 15th, 2014, 2 – 10 PM
The Art of Transformation: Art, Food & Music Street Festival
Ali Baba Avenue between Aladdin Street and Opa-locka Boulevard
Opa-locka, FL 33054
Event Description: This lively, all-day community street festival will celebrate Opa-locka and greater South Florida artists, performers, cuisines and more. Free and open to the public, it will feature the public opening of In Plain Sight, live entertainment and performances, local artists and craft vendors, a variety of prepared foods and food trucks, a fresh market, a Battle of the DJs, a Kids’ Art Zone and much more!

Sunday, November 16th, 2014, 2 – 4 PM
Film by Michelange Quay
Title: Mange, ceci est mon corps (Eat, for This Is My Body), 2007
Perez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132
Event Description: Winner of the Grand Jury Prize at the Miami Film Festival, Quay’s evocative debut feature Eat, for This is My Body tells of the evolution of power in Haiti by exploring themes of poverty, sex, race and colonialism. Quay, an American-Haitian director/screenwriter, studied at the University of Miami and NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts and won the Golden Leopard at the Locarno Film Festival.

Friday, December 5th, 2014, 7 – 8:30 PM
Dance Performance by Nora Chipaumire
Little Haiti Cultural Center
212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami, FL 33137
Event Description: Born in Zimbabwe, Chipaumire is an award-winning dancer and choreographer who uses her body to challenge stereotypes of Africa by confronting history and ideologies about the black performing body and its representation. She is an Alpert Award in the Arts recipient and U.S. Artist Ford Fellow who has studied dance throughout Africa, Cuba, Jamaica, and the United States.

Saturday, December 13th, 2014, 2 – 5 PM
Artist Talk by Emmanuel Pratt & Exhibition Closing
The ARC (Arts & Recreation Center)
675 Ali Baba Avenue, Opa-locka, FL 33054
Event Description: Pratt, an artist and founding Executive Director of the Sweet Water Foundation, focuses on community development through the intersection of urban agriculture, interdisciplinary and intergenerational educational programming, food security and sustainable design. He is also the director of the newly formed Aquaponics Center and a Professor of Urban Planning at Chicago State University.

Photographs from the 2nd Annual Art of Transformation in Opa Locka on 11/15/13

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2nd Annual Art of Transformation: Celebrating The New Opa-Locka at Opa-locka Executive Airport Private Hangar 51 on Friday, November 15, 2013.  The Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC) hosted a wonderful evening dedicated to the historic past, present and bright future of the Opa-locka community. The 2nd annual fundraising event celebrated the revitalization plan to create visual, physical, and economically-sustainable design that involves and empowers residents, while converting the city into a true “Community of Choice.”

We got to see a special preview exhibit by renowned New York-based photographer Hunter Barnes (presenting portraits from his recent residency in Opa-locka), and an architectural installation by Germane Barnes. American hip-hop duo Black Violin performed an eclectic mix of Jazz, hip-hop, funk, and blue grass with Kev Marcus on his violin and Wil B on his viola, they were absolutely amazing.

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The Art Of Transformation: Celebrating The New Opa-Locka 11/15/13

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The Art Of Transformation: Celebrating The New Opa-Locka
Art of TransformationFriday, November 15, 2013, 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Opa-locka Executive Airport
Private Hangar 51
14933 NW 41st Ave
Opa-Locka, FL 33054

Tickets: $75 per person.
Available Online
Attire: Cocktail chic

The Opa-locka Community Development Corporation (OLCDC) will host an evening dedicated to the historic past, present and bright future of the Opa-locka community.

The second annual fundraising event celebrates the ambitious revitalization plan sponsored by the non-profit organization to create visual, physical, and economically-sustainable design that involves and empowers residents, while converting the city into a true “Community of Choice.”

Surrounded by private jets in the newest private hangar of the Opa-locka Executive Airport, guests will indulge in savory, delectable hors d’oeuvres, enjoy an open bar sponsored by Bacardi, Barefoot Wine & Bubbly and dance to music by DJ Plan Beats. Philanthropist Tracey Wilson-Mourning will be hosting this festive evening celebrating Opa-locka.

Guests will be treated to live painting, pop-up performances by multidisciplinary artists, a special preview exhibit by renowned New York-based photographer Hunter Barnes (presenting portraits from his recent residency in Opa-locka), and an architectural installation by Germane Barnes. American hip-hop duo Black Violin will perform an eclectic mix of Jazz, hip-hop, funk, and blue grass with Kev Marcus on his violin and Wil B on his viola.

Sponsors: AT&T
Related Urban
Cornerstone Group
City of Opa-locka
Sharpton & Brunson
Room2Bloom
M & M Title
HalKeen Management Inc.
Bacardi
Barefoot Wine & Bubbly
Golin Harris
Stull & Lee
One United Bank
Opa-locka Flea Market
WLRN
Jessie Trice Community Health Center

Arthritis Foundation Held Annual Walk At Amelia Earhart Park

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(Miami, Florida) – The Arthritis Foundation held their annual Miami-Dade Arthritis Walk at the Amelia Earhart Park in early November.  Hundreds gathered onsite to begin the customary walk that helps raise awareness to improve the lives of those suffering from arthritis or related diseases.  Monies raised at the event are placed in programs that facilitate information and preventive care to those individuals prone to develop the disease, and to other care programs that are developed to provide assistance to those who have already been diagnosed. 

Among the honorees was Henry “Turlte” Thomas, Community Honorary Chair.  Thomas is the head coach of the FIU baseball team which was able to reach the NCAA Regionals two years in a row.  Coach Thomas very proudly accepted his title to increase community involvement at the Arthritis Walk. 

Medical Honorary Chair, Jorge L.Orbay, M.D. is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in hands and upper extremities.  Dr. Orbay has developed implant systems that have significantly improved the lives of his patients, and continues to make a remarkable difference through his Miami Hand and Upper Extremity Institute which provides specialized care, treatment, surgery and rehabilitation to arthritis patients. 

Kiyah Hall was the Child Honoree.  Hall was diagnosed with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis at the age of six.  Through the Arthritis Foundation, her family is optimistic that she will be able to lead a perfectly normal life.

Arthritis is the nation’s most common cause of disability with over 50 million men, women and children diagnosed.  The Arthritis Foundation organizes the nationwide Arthritis walk every year in an effort to continue raising awareness and be able to fund its fight against arthritis.

The walk featured live entertainment, refreshments, food stations, healthy activities, educational opportunities and a kid’s area for face painting, a petting zoo and pony rides. 

Members of the Coral Gables Woman’s Club (CGWC) showed their support alongside President, Mireya Kilmon, who for many years has been battling arthritis.  CGWC was a bronze sponsor along with Dunkin Donuts, Interval International, Miami Party Entertainment, SeaFreight and Preferred Care Partners.

Saul & Theresa Esman Foundation was the Platinum sponsor, followed by Silver sponsors Goya, The Hand Institute, Kendall Pain Relief Center and Leon Medical Centers.

FIU also made an appearance with its students, alumni, sports teams and, one we could not have done without, Roary. 

For more information about the Arthritis Foundation Walk, please visit http://www.miamiwalk.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1022462  ■

OLCDC Art of Transformation 10/19/12

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

Stand Up! You’re being Transformed!

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

National recording artists En Vogue will perform.

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

The Art of Transformation with En Vogue 10/19/12

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The Art of Transformation with En Vogue
231Friday 10.19.12, 7:00pm-11:00pm
Opa Locka Exeutive Airport
14201 NW 42nd Ave
Opa-Locka, FL 33054
Tickets $100, Buy Tickets Online or call 305-576-3790
www.olcdc.org

Hosted by the Opa Locka Community Development Corporation: Celebrating the Revitalization of Historic Opa-locka!

The Opa-locka Development Corporation hosts an evening dedicated to "The Art of Transformation," a celebration of the historic past, present and bright future of the Opa-locka community. The event marks the kick off of the Opa-locka "Community Gateways" program, a revitalization in collaboration with Miami- Dade County Art in Public Places, to remove the barricades formerly known as the "Triangle"and to create visual, physical and economically-sustainable design that involves and empowers the community, while converting the city into a true "Community of Choice."

Surrounded by private jets on the runway of the Opa-locka Executive Airport, guests will indulge in savory, delectable hors d’oeuvres, enjoy a full bar sponsored by Bacardi and dance to the music of soulful, pop and R&B group, En Vogue. For more information and tickets call 305-576-3790

Mothers March on Starvation 5/12/12

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Mothers March on Starvation
Saturday May 12, 2012., 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
The march will circle around the Historical City Hall and Sherbondy Park blocks
777 Sharazad Boulevard
Opa Locka, Florida. 33054
marchonstarvation@gmail.com

The event will run from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm with entertainment to provide ample time for people to come and go at will. The actual march will commence at 10:00 pm,

The Coalition of African Queen Mothers in America will present the Mothers March on Starvation and we are inviting your organization to participate with banners or flags and most importantly donations. This is a much needed alert and the Coalition has partnered with other groups to bring the awareness of children and families suffering the pains of hunger.

Hunger should not be a problem in our rich country. To bring this issue to our community we will March on Starvation, Saturday May 12, 2012. The event will run from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm with entertainment to provide ample time for people to come and go at will. The actual march will commence at 10:00 pm, we ask that everyone wear all white to show solidarity. The march will circle around the Historical City Hall and Sherbondy Park blocks address 777 Sharazad Boulevard, Opa Locka Florida. 33054

Don’t miss this event it will be a big day and we want you to help make a difference in the lives of many indigent people that need assistance in our communities. Most importantly this is a march to give until it helps, donations of checks, money orders must be made out to the charitable organization participating in the march a list is enclosed with this letter. Also, dry goods are accepted. NO CASH. We would greatly appreciate you and others joining us with your donations.

Please send your tax deductible donation to Rising Son & Star Sisters HG&D, addressed to Chase Bank 5800 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33127 memo corner: Mothers March on Starvation it will help us serve our community. Yes, your donations are tax deductible.

For more infor: call Q.M. Nana Boatenmaa @ tele: 786-553-5126 or Mr. Lorenzo Laidler Jr. @ tele: 786-348-4489. Thank you for your consideration; if you are interested in being a group leader please register at email: marchonstarvation@gmail.com

Universoul Circus coming to Sun Life Stadium 3/23-28/10

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Let some fun shine in at Universoul Circus, with high-flying performances by acrobatic aerialists, dancing in the aisles to a love concert of songs spanning from Motown hits to today¹s chart-toppers, acrodunk stunt b-ballers, contortionists, a daring tiger act and more. The talented performers come from all corners of the globe, making this circus one of the most entertaining, eclectic and colorful events in live entertainment. The UniverSoul Circus is the most interactive circus in the world!

Visit http://www.universoulcircus.com, find us on Facebook (facebook.com/universoulcircus) or follow us on Twitter (@usoulcircus) for info and full schedule. March 23-28, Sun Life Stadium.