GrowthCLUB 90-day Strategic Planning Creates Massive Results 3/29/13

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GrowthCLUB 90-day Strategic Planning Creates Massive Results
Friday, 03/29/2013, 08:30 am – 06:00 pm
The Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Avenue,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
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You’ll leave this workshop with:

Energy, vision and focus for the next 90 days in your business
Take home strategies to build your profits right away
A ready-to-implement 90-day plan
Powerful confidence, leadership and decision making skills to take you and your business even further

GrowthCLUB 90-day Planning is your chance to step out of the business and get focused. We’ll work with you to map out a winning game plan for the next 90 days. Plus with proven strategies and expert training, you and your team will get back to your business with clear direction and new tools to achieve your goals faster.

Learn the proven strategies business owners have used in the last 90 days to increase profits, build winning teams and work fewer hours. Listen hard. Take notes. Then adapt & adopt to get them working for you.

Price: $495.00 for two, $95.00 for any additional guests

Pepe Billete Hosts Eenie Meenie Miney Moe’s Final Screening At Paragon Theaters 3/21/13

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Back By Popular Demand Pepe Billete is Hosting “Eenie Meenie Miney Moe’s “Final Screening At Paragon Theaters In Coconut Grove
Sunday, 03/21/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
EM3-Poster_FINAL_IGParagon Theater
3015 Grand Avenue ,
Miami, Florida 33133
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After much success with two screenings and thousands of views Eenie Meenie Miney Moe, caught Pepe Billete’s attention. He sets out to support by hosting the final screening, Pepe Billete supports local filmmakers and is eager to bring #305pride. The unrated version will be shown one last time in Miami before making its way around film festivals nationwide.

Eenie Meenie Miney Moe director Jokes Yanes announces the final screening for Miami International Film Festivals favorite flick. After much success with two screenings and thousands of views Eenie Meenie Miney Moe’s unrated version will be shown one last time in Miami, before making its way around film festivals nationwide. “We believe it’s important to show the film to our community as they are our #1 supporters.” Said Jokes Yanes “

The film is based on Raul, a tow truck driver in Miami Beach, who wants to make money and make it fast. He has the perfect tool to open the doors to any car in Miami. Each car holds a prize; he soon learns that every reward has its consequences.

The film is brought to life by Miami Locals: Andres Dominguez, who plays the main character, tow truck driver Raul, he also starred in Magic City Memoirs. J. Bishop who not only plays the role of Vlad the mafia man eager to take on the next scam is also the co writer of the flick. Oscar Torre is Jimmy the club owner who likes to party and party with no restrictions; he has also graced Hollywood films, Counterpunch & The Hangover 3. Belkys Galvez plays Nikki, Miami’s sweetheart who loves the beach and its lifestyle. The actress has also worked RPM Miami. Ky-Mani Marley plays Tommy, Raul’s partner in crime, he is also known for acting in Shottas. The young and the restless star David Lago plays Marco the hardworking household provider looking for a break. The film also welcomes new comers Joanna Galis Menendez, who plays Monique, Kristine Cecelia, who stars as Lisa, the lady with all the street connections and Crystal Cubria, who plays Dee Dee. Each character is a true delineation of Miami’s behavior giving viewers the chance to relate to the film firsthand.

Eenie Meenie Miney Moe is a true testament to the current generation in Miami. The film is brutally honest, unleashing the consequences of the hustle and bustle.

“Miami is a young city that hasn’t really had a chance at its own identity in film” says Miami born and raised writer/director Jokes. “I’ve always wanted to create an authentic film in Miami, so the best way to do that is just to get the real thing; we are as authentic as it gets with local talent and local production” said Jokes Yanes

TRAILER: http://www.eeniemeeniemineymoe.com/trailer.html

TWEET: @EM3_THEMOVIE

HASHTAG: #305pride

Jessica Sutta, former member of The Pussycat Dolls, to Guest Star in The Knockouts Burlesque Show 3/22/13

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Jessica Sutta, former member of The Pussycat Dolls, to Guest Star in The Knockouts Burlesque Show
Friday, 03/22/2013, 09:00 pm – 10:30 pm
Jessica-Sutta11Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40 Street,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
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The newest sensation to seduce South Florida, The Knockouts Burlesque Show, features glamorous girls taking the stage with guest star Jessica Sutta for a night filled with decadent burlesque dancing. The show builds intrigue by teasing its audience with bits and pieces that peel off one layer at a time as the night goes on. Highly entertaining and fast paced, the spectacle dazzles with plenty of sparkle, tassels and props for more than an hour. The Knockouts perform under the direction of Emmy-nominated choreographer Glenn Douglas Packard who has worked with Michael Jackson, Usher and Destiny’s Child.

Teepee (HoZac, Night-People Records) at Bardot 3/28/13

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Teepee (HoZac, Night-People Records) at Bardot
Thursday, 03/28/2013, 10:00 pm –
Teepee_Bardot_2013_800Bardot
3456 N Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Local experimental musician Teepee will celebrate the beginning of a three week national tour with a rare performance at Bardot on Thursday, March 28. DJs include Mikey Ramirez from Radio-Active Records, and Mr. Jolt, owner of internet radio station Jolt Radio. Teepee’s local and national profile continues to rise on the heels of his latest LP, Distant Love: CMJ profiled Teepee in June 2012; BeachedMiami selected Time Meant Nothing as the #1 local single of 2012; and Miami New Times voted Distant Love one of the year’s best albums. Bring earplugs and show your support for local music – this show is not to be missed!

First Friday Downtown Miami Art Walk 4/5/13

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First Friday Downtown Art Walk
artwalk-final-silverApril 5th, 6pm – 10pm
Downtown Miami Arts & Entertainment District
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International Fine Art Expositions (IFAE), founders of Art Miami (1991) and organizers of the Miami International Art Fair (MIA), in collaboration with the arts and culture community of Downtown Miami, are pleased to announce the inaugural Downtown Miami “First Friday” Art Walk on Friday, April 5th from 6-10pm. This new cultural initiative shines a light on the growing art community and collector market in Downtown Miami, bringing together non-profit arts organizations and local galleries for special exhibitions, artists open studios, tours, exclusive openings, artist performances and an international contemporary art fair, MIA Encore, aboard SeaFair at Bayfront. The Art Walk will be held the first Friday of every month January – June and October – December. The September Art Walk will be held in conjunction with DWNTWN Art Days, Sept. 20-22.

The “First Friday” Art Walk will showcase over 150 exhibiting artists in fifteen venues, offering an array of art experiences that will reflect multiple mediums, styles, and trends in the art world. Participating organizations include:
MDC Museum of Art
Dimensions Variable
Bas Fisher Invitational
TM Sisters
Turn-Based Press Studio
Artisan Lounge, 26 Artists Studios
Wine by the Bay
Nina Torres Fine Art
Eleazar Delgado Studio
Giants in the City, Presented by IRREVERSIBLE
Ocean Bank Art Space
Sculpture in the Park at Bayfront
McCormick Place, 7 Artists Studios
MIA Encore –at SeaFair, 28 International Galleries
Art in Public Places

All participating organizations are conveniently located within two blocks of the Miami Trolley line and Metromover. Parking will be available at each venue. Exhibition admission and trolley transportation will be complimentary.

The “First Friday” Art Walk coincides with the debut of the MIA Encore fair, April 5th – 7th, a new series of fairs launched by IFAE this spring following a highly successful MIA fair in January. Each MIA Encore show will gather a carefully selected array of 28 international dealers presenting both established contemporary and emerging artists. Works will be composed of contemporary, cutting-edge art of all media including photography, painting, mixed media, sculpture, jewelry, installation and video. Admission to MIA Encore will be complimentary for the duration of First Friday hours from 6-10pm.

Pop-Up Cooking Class with Executive Chef Aaron Brooks 3/23/13

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Pop-Up Cooking Class w/ Executive Chef Aaron Brooks
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 02:00 pm – 04:00 pm
Pop-Up-Cooking-ClassEdge Steak & Bar
1435 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link

Learn how to recreate the traditional Sunday family dinner of Chef Aaron Brooks, Miami-style. The three-course menu features: Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho, Key West Pink Shrimp; Chef Aarons Porchetta, Warm Salad of Roasted Butternut Squash and Local Greens, Home Made Pickled Red Pepper Salsa; and, Sarah’s Classic Apple Cobbler with Vanilla Cream and Caramel Sauce. Creating an intimate hands-on setting for Chef Aaron Brooks and his team, there is a maximum of 18 participants. During the class, everyone receives a welcome cocktail, unlimited wine and beer during class, a take-home gift bag and of course, plenty of great food! The cost is $75 per person, exclusive of tax and gratuity. Reservations are required. For more information or reservations, please call (305) 381-3063 or visit www.edgerestaurantmiami.com.

Betsy Moss SS13 Fashion Show 3/24/13

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Betsy Moss SS13 Fashion Show
Sunday, 03/24/2013, 01:00 pm – 05:00 pm
11291_799732469678_1725974921_nBella Beach at Trump Intl Resort
18001 Collins Avenue,
Sunny Isles, Florida 33160
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For immediate Release

BETSY MOSS TO SHOWCASE SPRING/SUMMER 2013 COLLECTION AT THE TRUMP BEACH RESORT DURING MIAMI FASHION WEEK!

Miami Beach, FL – Founder and Designer Jorge Perez of Betsy Moss an international women’s ready to wear clothing brand that is sold in over a 100 stores worldwide including stores in the United States, Dubai, Turks & Caicos, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico to name a few, will present the Betsy Moss Spring/Summer 2013 collection sponsored by Cover Girl Cosmetics at this exclusive, invite-only event held at Bella Beach at Trump International Beach Resort in Sunny Isles, Florida (18001 Collins Ave) on March 24th, 2013 at 1pm during Winter Music Conference and Miami Fashion Week in Miami. This event is also to celebrate the third year anniversary of Betsy Moss! Guest will enjoy cocktails provided by Chambord Flavored Vodka and Tequila Herradura; guest will also enjoy amazing sweets and cupcakes provided by Powdered Sugar. Hair and Makeup provided by GP Exclusives.

Beauty Queen and Supermodel Agueda Lopez will grace the Betsy Moss Spring/Summer 2013 runway, International press and celebrities such as TV Personality Lisa Morales will be in attendance at the beach side runway show this Sunday.

For more information on this event or to be added to the guest list please email info@betsymossonline.com.

www.betsymossonline.com #betsymoss

About Betsy Moss:

Betsy Moss is a fashion house that was founded by President and Head Designer Jorge Perez. Named after his sister and muse Betsy Perez.

Hailing from Venezuela, Jorge was always moved by the elegance of women. He has always desired to express his creativity through fashion. After high school Jorge quickly delved into the fashion world and was able to apprentice as both a junior designer as well as assistant to the head designer for an established fashion house. This opportunity allowed him to grow in his understanding of materials, fashion, quality, fit and the business of fashion.

Together with a great team Jorge continued experimenting and creating this now world renowned brand. What once started as a locally recognized boutique brand has now expanded and is being sold in stores world wide, spanning the United States, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Turks & Caicos, Cayman Islands, Dubai, Canada and many more. Betsy Moss is now recognize as a glamorous but yet affordable international clothing brand with chic and fabulous figure flattering pieces.

Perez believes there are no limits as to what they can accomplish. Jorge’s plans for the MOSS brand will include a menswear collection, accessories, fragrances and home goods. Jorge want’s to cater to all aspects of design and glamour and is very excited to imbue the Betsy Moss style into women and men’s closets as well as their homes around the world.

About Agueda Lopez:

Ex beauty queen and Supermodel from Cordoba, Spain, who put her tiara aside to pursue her modeling career. Agueda’s destination was Miami, Florida, a place she now calls home with her beautiful family.

She signed with Caroline Gleason Management and soon landed great assignments, including an ad campaign featured in the 2010 Sports Illustrated Swimwear Edition. Since then Agueda has graced various magazine covers from Fantastics, Miami Sun Post Swim Week 2012-13 Special edition and People En Español. In addition, she’s walked the runways of Miami Fashion Week and took part in he Red Dress Fashion show to benefit Heart.org.

For more on Agueda Lopez visit her website at www.agueda-lopez.com

About Lisa Morales:

Lisa Morales is a TV Personality, Model, Actress, and Spokeswoman, featured in some of the most affluent Television Networks, Fitness, and Modeling forums, Lisa got her first big break with a JC Penny Ad that appeared in Seventeen Magazine. In 2006, Lisa appeared on Univision’s popular TV Program, Caliente, which featured some of the most prominent Latin Artists from around the globe. Lisa competed in their international contest “Super Chica Caliente”, winning with an impressive 2 million votes. Lisa was chosen to compete in “Model Latina”, a reality series on SiTV that was the first modeling competition of its kind to feature Latina Models from around the US. That single opportunity on Model Latina propelled her into success that has since given her enough exposure to model full time. In 2010, Lisa was chosen to host the Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, report at the Latin Billboard Awards to name a few.

The Model was voted Top 10 Maxim’s “Hometown Hotties” winning by popular votes. Featured in several Maxim Issues to follow, Maxim then hired Lisa to Host the Maxim’s Superbowl Party 2011 which was featured in DecoDrive, NBC Miami, and Telemundo. This allowed the model to transition to becoming a Maxim Host and Spokeswoman sending Lisa to cover “Maxim Spring Break 2011 Panama City.

Lisa is currently the face of HotMiamiStyles.com, host on Nitido on Telemundo and the host of the reality TV Show “The Search for the Ultimate Miami Girl”.

For more on Lisa Morales visit her website at www.lisamorales.net

Elvis Crespo in Concert 5/4/13

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Elvis Crespo in Concert
Elvis-Crespo1Saturday, 05/04/2013, 08:00 pm
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40 Street
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
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Elvis Crespo, the undisputed king of merengue-fusion, comes to The Pavilion at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek. With his mastery of the Dominican Republic’s merengue tradition, New York-born and Puerto-Rican raised vocalist Crespo wasted no time in reaching the apex of contemporary Latin music. His debut album, Suavemente, reached the top slot on Billboard’s National Hot Latin Top 40 in 1998 and spawned two record-breaking singles – “Tu Sonrisa” and the title track. He received Billboard Awards for Album of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Group or Duet of the Year and Song of the Year. Tickets are at $55, $45, $35* and are available at http://www.ticketmaster.com.

Casa Ibiza Pool Parties at the Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar 3/22/13

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Casa Ibiza Pool Parties at the Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar
Friday, 03/22/2013, 12:00 pm – 02:00 am
WMC-Schedule-2013-Flyer1Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool & Bar
1052 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool & Bar Hosts Casa Ibiza Pool Party Featuring Fact Barcelona and Air London. Music by Luca Bacchetti, Mathias Kaden, Robert Dietz, Livio and Roby, Ataxia, Gelabert, Walker and Royce, Jordi Angulo, Sirena and Casa Ibiza Resident DJ Steff Manni.

Admission: $30 and $15 with WMC Badge.

Casa Ibiza Pool Parties at the Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar 3/19/13

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Casa Ibiza Pool Parties at the Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar
Tuesday, 03/19/2013, 12:00 pm – 02:00 am
WMC-Schedule-2013-FlyerCongress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool & Bar
1052 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool & Bar Hosts Casa Ibiza During Winter Music Conference Featuring Ibiza-themed Events from March 15 – March 24 with Top DJs, Fashion and Art.

Admission: $30 and $15 with WMC Badge.

Casa Ibiza Pool Party at the Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar oo 3/23/13

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Casa Ibiza Pool Party at the Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar oo
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 12:00 pm – 02:00 am
WMC-Schedule-2013-Flyer2Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool & Bar
1052 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar Hosts Casa Ibiza Pool Party with Underbelly Records of London. Music by Darius Syrossian, Tim Underbelly, Nicholas Stocker and Marcela aka Chile Peper.

Admission: $30 and $15 with WMC Badge

Casa Ibiza Pool Party at Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar 3/24/13

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Casa Ibiza Pool Party at Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar
Sunday, 03/24/2013, 12:00 pm – 08:00 pm
WMC-Schedule-2013-Flyer3Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool & Bar
1052 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Congress Hotel South Beach Rooftop Pool and Bar Hosts Casa Ibiza Closing Party with Alola Records. Music by Omid 16B, Desyn Masiello, Doran and special guests.

Admission: $30 and $15 with WMC Badge

KCC Productions Jazz Night: Kiki Sanchez 3/21/13

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KCC Productions Jazz Night: Kiki Sanchez
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 09:00 pm – 12:30 am
kiki-SmallMoonchine Asian Bistro
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miasmi, Florida 33140
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KCC Jazz Night presents The Kiki Sanchez Ensemble in the Sweet Saloon lounge at Moonchine, featuring Kiki on piano, Ivan Zervignon on drums, Cayo Iturrualde on bass, and Daniel Berroa on percussion. Entrance from the parking lot on 71st St. Outstanding pianist of Afro-Peruvian jazz.

4th Annual Operation Smile Fundraiser Special Edition Little Bright Dress Brunch Benefiting Operation Smile 4/14/13

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4th Annual Operation Smile Fundraiser Special Edition: “Little BRIGHT Dress” Brunch Benefiting Operation Smile
Sunday, 04/14/2013, 12:30 pm – 06:00 pm
Nikki Beach Miami
1 Ocean Drive,
Miami, Florida 33139
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4th Annual Operation Smile Fundraiser Special Edition:

“Little BRIGHT Dress” Brunch
Benefiting Operation Smile

Last year, we dedicated the fundraiser to the Operation Smile mission in South Africa with our annual “Little Black Dress” and black tie event. This year, we benefit this fundraiser to help put smiles on the beautiful faces of the children and families of Thailand. Operation Smile is an organization with medical volunteers who provide free surgeries to children and adults all over the world who suffer from clef palate and major upper lip deformities.The foundation also provides educational and training opportunities that promote sustainability and self-sufficiency throughout the regions.

As apart of also celebrating the soulful culture of Thailand, we present: 4th Annual Operation Smile Fundraiser Special Edition: “Little BRIGHT Dress” Brunch Benefiting Operation Smile on “Thai New Year”, Sunday, April 14, 2013, 12:30pm.

We are honored to present this brunch by the beautiful sands of South Beach at no other than Nikki Beach. “Nikki Beach in Miami is the hidden jewel of South Beach, located at One Ocean Drive”. Full Thai decor and staff dressed for the theme will be apealing to the eyes.

Edgy performances and a vibrant

Thai Inspired Fashion Show

will take place throughout the day.

During your dining experience on Nikki Beach’s Pearl Terrace, celebrity guest, Grammy nominated Contemporary Jazz Saxophonist, Leo Casino will move you through his melodic performance and his soulful sounds.
Also attending the brunch, Awarding-winning journalist and host of Lifetime Television’s “The Balancing Act”, Danielle Knox. Knox is recognized in Miami as TV News Anchor for UPN 33 Morning News and News at 10.

This year, we introduce a guest speaker born with a clef palate and later operated by a surgeon who volunteered for Operation Smile missions. Our special guests will be attending with sincere efforts to join us in helping to heal children all over the world. Your attendance and support will be such an honor to not only the foundation, but to the many children in Thailand that can smile again. Your ticket purchase includes: Brunch along with dishes unique to Thailand, access to extravagant silent auction items, raffles, and gifts to all our guests. Best of all, part of the proceeds go to Operation Smile Thailand. 100% of donations INSIDE also go to the foundation.

Nikki Beach Miami Brunch Menu –

Pre-sold Tickets: www.smilemiami.org

Nikki Beach Miami
One Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
www.nikkibeachmiami.com

General Information/ Sponsorship Inquiries:
Fabienne Claude

Event Coordinator

(786) 340-2671
fabconline@hotmail.com

Press/Media Inquiries:

Carol Moda, Publicist

Carol Moda Creative PR, Inc.

(954) 295-9987

carol@carolmoda.com

Ongoing 10 Weeks Authentic West Africa Yorùbá Dance and Drum Classes with Prince Aderele 3/23/13

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Ongoing 10 Weeks Authentic West Africa Yorùbá Dance and Drum Classes with Prince Aderele
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 03:00 pm – 05:00 pm
Omo-OsundaraArtServe
1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304,
1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, Florida 33304
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Come and experience dazzling class rooted in Authentic Traditional Yorùbá folk dances filled with colors, drum rhythms, songs, and dance!

COMMUNITY BUILDERS HDC
PRESENTS:

Ongoing 10 Week Authentic West Africa Yorùbá Dance and Drum Classes with Prince Aderele, An accomplished Master Percussionist, Visual Artist, Sacred Yorùbá Choreographer/Dancer and Arts Educator, Int’l Artist in Residence with The Osun’s Village & African Caribbean Cultural Arts Corridor Initiative

WHAT/WHEN: CLASS EVERY SATURDAY
Yoruba Drum AND Song Class 3pm-4pm
Yoruba Dance AND Song Class 4pm-5pm
All levels are welcome!

WHERE: ArtServe
ADDRESS: 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

ADULT FEE: $15 Per Session CHILDREN: $5 Per Session
(Adult Same Day Drum and Dance Class Special $25)

ATTIRE:
Female- Wear Comfortable top, tights, wrap Skirt.
Male- Wear loose pants/shorts, comfortable top.

Advance Registration Special:
10 Weeks Advance Registration Early Bird Payment Discount
$120 ($150 regular price)

Prepay By PayPal to: OsunsVillage@gmail.com with a note stating: OsunDara Drum and Dance Class, with your Name and Contact details.

All Yorùbá Drums and other Materials needed will be provided by OsunDara Yorùbá Dance Theater.

OsunDara is a project of Community Builder’s HDC, A Global Not for profit Mutual benefit Organization based in South Florida through it’s State of Florida Designated Osun’s Village and African Caribbean Cultural Arts Corridor Initiative. The OVillage/ACCAC, was designated by the State during it’s 2006 legislative Session.

Like us on Facebook:
www.facebook.com/OsunDaraYorubaDanceTheater
www.facebook.com/osuns.village.miami
https://www.facebook.co/prince.emmanuel.abiodun.aderele
http://communitybuildershdc.weebly.com/
www.osundaradance.weebly.com

For More Information:
CALL (786) 344-1153 or EMAIL ChiefStyles@gmail.co

Miami Children’s Museum Summer Camp 3/18/13

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Miami Children’s Museum Summer Camp
Monday, 06/10/2013, 09:00 am – 03:00 pm
Miami children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Miami Children’s Museum Summer Camp
June 10 – August 16
980 MacArthur Causeway Miami FL 33132
www.miamichildrensmuseum.org
(305) 373-KIDS (5437)

Summertime at Miami Children’s Museum means a new educational adventure every week!
Campers ages 3 to 11 will enjoy a fun-filled learning experience as they explore the museum from top to bottom while developing new interests and making new friends. Children will experience fun and educational weekly themes through special programming offered for Pre-K (3 years) – 2nd Grade and 3rd – 5th grades.

Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, weekly beginning June 10th and ending August 16th.

Cost is $198 per week for museum members and $220 for non-members. Before and after care are also available for a fee.

To learn more or to register, please visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org or call (305) 373-KIDS (5437) ext. 112.

Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach 3/20/13-3/22/13

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Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach
funkshionMarch 20, 21, 22 / 2013
The FUNKSHION Fashion Tents
Collins Park
21st Street and Collins Ave
(between the W and the Setai Hotels)
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.funkshion.com

Fashion Week Miami Beach is a tri-annual event (Oct, March and July) that provides an intelligent, innovative platform for progressive, established, and emerging designers to showcase their collections to media, celebrities, international buyers and select style makers. The shows are geared towards designer diffusion collections and innovative lifestyle brands. Live bands with a DJ complement every runway show!

As with every season – Since the inception of FUNKSHION –
We love the general public to attend free of charge to all shows.
Potential guests need only to officially rsvp at:

http://www.fashionweekmiami.com/ Or http://www.funkshion.com/

For all media inquires please contact:
Matt Heien/Eastside Public Relations / Matt@EastsidePR.com or 917-864-7867

WED March 20:
7:00PM Media reception hosted by FUNKSHION and Peroni (plus full open bar)
8:00PM Sotto Resort Collection
9:00PM After party with live music performance by The John Aston Group band

THU March 21:
1:00PM MIUAD Fashion Showcase
8:00PM Peroni announcement of Young Model Award Competition hosted by Fashion Group International
8:15PM When Accessories Ruled the World” presented by Yak Pak & Hayden Harnett
9:00PM Vice Mayor Michael Gongora will present the Key to City of Miami Beach to DJ Irie on behalf of the work that the DJ Irie Foundation has done for South FL kids and teens.
9:15PM Dieo Collection by Jnaba
9:30PM Summer Collection “Revelation” by Rosaura Sias Pipenburg
10pm Afterparty with special live performance by Hispanic Heritage Award Winner.. BEA Pernia

FRI March 22:
8:00PM Julia Veli
9:00PM Mermaids Montoya Swimwear – by Liliana Montoya
9:30PM Pachi Lake Swimwear
10:00PM Afterparty with special live performance by Grammy nominated Aiko

Special Thanks To:
Peroni, Naked Juice, VCA Miami Beach, Make up by Aileen, MIUAD, Fashion Group International, Vizartis, B Cool, VOSS

Free Salsa/Bachata Class and Party Thursdays at Moca Cafe 3/21/13

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Free Salsa/Bachata Class and Party Thursdays @ Moca Cafe!
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 09:00 pm – 02:30 am
MOCA-MAYHEM2Moca Cafe
738 Ne 125th Street,
N. Miami, Florida 33161
Webpage Link

Free Salsa Class and Bachata Party Thursdays For More Info Text: 305 494 0237

This Thursday 3/21/13 Live Performance With Nuevolution Dance Studio For More Info Text: 305 494 0237
negro fino productions and the salsa-bachata mayhem crew welcomes you come and enjoy yourselves…

we are also very proud to present our very own dj puerto rican pete at moca he will be spinning the best of salsa, merengue, mambo, chacha, and much much more

that’s not all we also have from casa salsa and bongo’s/ hard rock casino & palladium…
guest dj with dj harvey wow it’s gonna be a great night

and…
dominic melendez from d’vice latin dance studio will be teaching bachata this thursday
free beginner salsa casino class at 9pm-10pm sharp
and free kizomba class with tatiana habanova we caught the kizomba fever it’s simply contagious

ladies no cover…until 11pm $5 after 11pm-3am.
gentlemen: $5 cover.

fyi: we will be having live performances as well with special guests so stay tune and be in the know
drink specials
4 beer bucket specials $20
2-4-1 well drinks $8 ( so do the math: $4 per drink best deal in town)
until 11pm kitchen will be open

-brought to you by negrofino and i approve this message ;)
the salsa/ bachata mahem continues :) this thursday
free parking in the rear in front of downtown north miami police station ;)
1love 1soul 1passion salsa bachata kizomba samba For More Info Text: 305 494 0237

Third Annual Paint Me Miami Art Competition Art 4/15/13

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Third Annual Paint Me Miami Art Competition
Monday, 04/15/2013, 12:00 am –
Miami City Hall
3500 Pan American Dr., Miami, FL 33133,
Miam, Florida 33133
Webpage Link
“Paint Me Miami” is an open competition where all artists working in two-dimensional painting media are eligible to enter provided they meet the rules. To conform to the spirit of the awards, all work must be original and completed within the last two years and must not have won any previous prize or award in any other art competition. The subject must be inspired by an identifiable scene within the City of Miami boundaries (see map on www.paintmemiami.com). The size of paintings must be no larger than 30”×40”; oil, pastel, acrylics and water color work is acceptable. The entry fee is $20 and a maximum of three entries per artist is permitted. The deadline for submission is April 15, 2013.

Pie Solo – One-Man Show at Miami Theater Center 3/22/13

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Pie Solo – One-Man Show at Miami Theater Center
Sunday, 03/22/2013, 08:00 pm – 09:00 pm
63918_10151331664581440_220912487_nSandBox at Miami Theater Center
9816 NE 2nd Avenue,
Miami Shores, Florida 33138
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MIAMI SHORES, February 18, 2013 — Miami Theater Center is delighted to announce the upcoming performances of Miami native Pioneer Winter’s world-premiere reinterpretation of the “one-man show,” Pie Solo. Performances, which are part of Miami Theater Center’s SandBox Series, take place on Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, March 15 through March 30 at MTC’s SandBox space, located at 9816 NE 2nd Avenue. Tickets are $20 and group rates are available. To purchase, call 305-751-9550 or visit www.mtcmiami.org.

Pioneer Winter calls his multimedia work Pie Solo a “quarter-life” interpretation of the classic one-man show, to which he added an updated, personal touch to engage a contemporary mature audience. “While in traditional one-man shows, the performer regales the audience with humorous anecdotes, snappy dance routines, and music, my take is slightly darker and sexual, although there are funny moments,” said Winter. “In Pie Solo, I combine anecdotes, tap and contemporary dance, and music to illustrate the story of a young performer who straddles the line between exhaustion and exhilaration.”

The work stretches definitions and perceptions, reexamining faith in religion and culture from the vantage points of sexuality, age and queerness. It draws the audience into an intimate and interactive dialogue blending humor, isolation and anecdote. A fantasy-like film sequence anchors the work, allowing Winter to explore the interplay of reality and fantasy through simultaneous projected media and live performance. “The way I use projections in the work allows me to play with the sense of reality and fantasy, that idea of multiplicity,” said Winter. Other elements of the performance include tap dancing and stripping. The performance contains adult language and nudity.

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Pie Solo runs March 15, 2013 through March 30, 2013 on Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm. All performances are at Miami Theater Center’s SandBox, located at 9816 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores, FL 33138. Tickets are $20 and group rates are available. Call 305-751-9550 or visit www.mtcmiami.org to purchase tickets. Please be advised: this performance contains nudity and adult language.

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About Miami Theater Center

Under the leadership of Artistic Director Stephanie Ansin, Miami Theater Center (MTC) produces classical and contemporary works that entertain and educate audiences and artists of all ages and abilities. MTC programs include MTCperformance, innovative theater, dance, and music; MTCplayground, which offers camps and workshops for children at our venue and beyond; MTCtraining, learning opportunities for performers, theater technicians, arts administrators, and members of the public who want to explore and develop their creativity through movement, theater, improvisation, and more; and MTCfilm, independent, foreign, family, and art films presented in partnership with O Cinema. For more information, call 305-751-9550 or visit mtcmiami.org.

The SandBox Series, a program of MTCperformance, nurtures innovative contemporary artists by extending to them MTC’s commitment to quality, rigor, and high production values. MTC provides SandBox Series artists with a stipend, the opportunity to rehearse and present their work – an investment equivalent to 100 hours – in MTC’s SandBox, a 70-person black box performance space. In-depth individual professional support is also provided.
Pioneer Winter, a Miami native, is a conceptual choreographer and filmmaker. As a young queer artist, he uses social and cultural narratives – his Miami-made underpinnings – to anchor his work. As an artist and person, he is strongly influenced and uniquely shaped by his growing up in Miami. An alumnus of Florida International University Honors College, he holds a BA in Psychology and an MA in Epidemiology and Biostatistics. Dance studies include Edwin and Gaile Holland, Miami City Ballet, Michael Langlois, and the University of North Carolina School of the Arts (NCSA). He has created work for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in Scotland, TEDxMIA at New World Symphony, Miami-Dade College, Museum of Contemporary Art Plaza, Little Haiti Cultural Center, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Miami Art Museum, Miami Beach Convention Center, San Francisco Transgender Film Festival, WPBT2’s Art Loft, Knight Arts Random Acts of Culture, Bass Museum of Art, Art Wynwood, Deering Estate at Cutler, American College Dance Festival, Art Live Fair, O Cinema, Florida Dance Festival, and Film Gate, among others. Winter has worked with Jubilee Dance Theatre, Dance Now! Miami, Next Step Dance, Brazz Dance Theater, Ballet Etoile, Aire Dance Company, and has performed on tour in Barcelona and Madrid, Spain, and Mexico City, Mexico. Winter is the only choreographer to be accepted into the Cannonball Miami/LegalArt 2012-2013 residency program for Miami-based artists, and he recently completed a residency with Miami Dade College – Kendall. Currently, Winter also directs Project LEAP, a free six-month dance and creative communication program for teens that focuses on teaching how to use the arts for activism and social change.

MANO Fine Art…Celebrating Women …Celebrating Art 3/16/13

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MANO Fine Art…Celebrating Women …Celebrating Art
Saturday, 03/16/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Fashion-Dreams-II-vertical-flyerMANO Fine Art Project Space
4225 SW 75 Ave (2nd Flr),
Miami, Florida FL
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Celebrating Women… Celebrating Art …. MANO Fine Art presents an encore reception for Faux Perfection, featuring the work of guest artist Toa Castellanos.

Faux Perfection is a multimedia exhibition which explores the concept and consequences of beauty as it is manifested by contemporary society. Castellanos employs the use of collage, drawing, painting, photography and installations both as technique and as a metaphor to bring a poignant focus to displaced values of beauty.

The event will take place during the Bird Road Art Walk.

About Toa Castellanos:
Toa Castellanos is passionate about many things, as an artist she channels her passion for life to explore issues that are consciously most pressing to her: women’s role in contemporary society, ecology, social justice and non-religious spirituality. In her search for expression Castellanos has mastered painting, collaging, print making, etching, monotypes, book art, and other mediums that allow her to articulate her fervor and concerns via several art forms.

Born in Cuba, raised and educated in the United States, with an MA in Art & Education from the University of Notre Dame, Toa Castellanos started her professional career as an artist in Latin America, where she worked with renowned Columbian artist Pedro Alcantara Herran, and established Cuadrante, a serigraph studio with Armando Martinez Berrio, Virginia Amaya, and Phanor Leon, and later worked with Fabio Daza and his group T-Graba until 2000 when she relocated to the USA. Since arriving to Miami, Castellanos has been actively involved in Miami’s growing art scene.

MANO Fine Art Project Space is the working studio of Miami-based artist MANO and an exhibition and project space for art related events. MANO Fine Art participates in the Bird Road Art Walk, held on the third Saturday of each month.

For more information contact 305.467.6819 or visit http://www.manofineart.com/

Food Truck Knights 4/12/13

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Food Truck Knights
Sunday, 04/12/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
FoodTruckInvasion-230x300Archbishop Curley Notre Dame Prep
4949 NE 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Back by popular demand!

Calling all Knights, Family, Friends, Alumni and the Community!

ACND Prep and Food Truck Invasion invite the community to attend their Second “Food Truck Knights.” Enjoy an evening of great food and family fun. Face painting, bounce house, music and much more!

The Knight Line-up of Great Food: Chamos on Wheels; Che Grill; Cheeseburger Baby; Crazydilla; Food Junkies; Killer Pasta; Kona Ice; La Nostra Pizza; Lobsta Rollin; Sugar Yummy Mama; and Taco Fresh. For more information, visit www.acnd.net.

All proceeds benefit the Technology Fund.

The following trucks will attend.

Cheeseburger Baby
Churromania
Daily Specia
Don Mofongo
El Orgullo Latin Kitchen
Food Junkies
La Nostra Pizza
Lobsta Rollin
Manteca
Marlies Delights

Words & Wine WMC Special 3/20/13

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Words & Wine WMC Special
Wednesday, 03/25/2013, 09:00 pm – 02:00 am
every-wednesdayLaLa’s
12325 NE 6th Avenue,
North Miami, Florida 33161
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Ultra may not be on Wednesday but Words & Wine is still here to bring jams and a party atmosphere! In honor of Winter Music Conference join us for some Electronic Vibes.

Special Sets By:

**KENICHI OHME
**DSNS
**more to be announced soon

Ladies, Gentlemen, honey badgers and the like:

Words & Wine is BACK! Now at Lala’s!! Perfect balance between the jam house and a venue. No more expensive drinks or issues with noise or parking!

Hosted by none other then Alvaro Ramirez III

Let’s once again get together, drink some wine, share some thoughts and be happy.

***NO COVER before 11p & 2$ PBR’S ALL NIGHT***

That’s right boys and girls, now there’s no more excuses on why you can’t come or why you came with outside drinks ; )
Please respect the venue and help local local art and music thrive

We got plenty of space for Musicians, Poets, and yes DRUMMERS!
All we ask is that you respect the venue

It is very cozy, well lit atmosphere where everyone can be themselves.

Let’s get together and continue to share good vibes and creativity. Miami is redefining it’s Art scene and our movement has created a pavement for poets, musicians, dancers, thinkers, lovers, and people who just need to get away and express themselves freely.

Any questions please call Nikki 786 728 4748

Bird Road Art Walk Saturday 3/16/13

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Bird Road Art Walk-Saturday, March 16 (& every 3rd Saturday of each month)
Saturday, 03/16/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
558087_10151443248254855_57314213_nBird Road Art District
The Bird Road Art District is conveniently located just off of the Palmetto Expressway (SR 826) and Bird Road (SW 40th Street). The majority of the studios are located off of SW 75 Ave & SW 74 Ave.,
4229 SW 75 Ave, Florida Miami
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In 2011, Miami New Times ranked The Bird Road Art Walk as Miami’s Best Art Walk. Since then the Bird Road Art Walk has continued growing and has gotten even better. Visitors to the area will find a thriving community of artists who open their studios, art galleries, alternative spaces, art schools and even a live theater stage to the public.

We invite you and your friends to join us on Saturday, March 16th, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm, for an evening of art and the opportunity to go behind the scenes and meet the artists in their own studios which normally are only open by appointment.

The Art Walk takes place just east of the Palmetto Expressway’s 40th Street Exit and just south of 40th Street (also known as “Bird Road”).

Enjoy ample free parking, a complimentary shuttle service and start your Art Walk at any of the participating studios. Click on link for listing: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/Bird-Road-Art-Walk.html

About the Bird Road Art Walk:
The Bird Road Art Walk is organized by an alliance of artists founded in 2010. The member-powered organization promotes and funds experiences that bring artists, art enthusiasts and collectors together. Events include the monthly Bird Road Art Walk, which features open studios, alternative spaces and creative businesses.

Since the 1980s, the Bird Road Art Districts’ slanted warehouses, antique stores and overall industrial vibe have provided a haven for artists. Today visitors will find a thriving community of more than 40 artists and an up and coming art scene, featuring a broad range of contemporary, emerging and established artists working in a variety of mediums.

Stay Connected with the Bird Road Art District:
Call: 305.467.6819
Web: http://www.thebirdroadartdistrict.com/
Facebook:Bird Road Art District
Twitter:@BirdRoadArts

Dress for Success March Mingle 3/22/13

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Dress for Success March Mingle
Friday, 03/22/2013, 05:00 pm – 08:00 pm
YES-March-22-800Blue Martini Brickell
Blue Martini Brickell ,
900 South Miami Ave , Florida Miami
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Mix, mingle and make new connections at the March Mingle, benefiting Dress for Success Miami. Enjoy complimentary appetizers, half-priced cocktails, live DJ and band at Blue Martini – Brickell.

All proceeds will go toward training, suiting and supporting disadvantaged women in Miami, putting them on track to become economically independent.

The downtown FULL MOON party at New Location LMNT 3/29/13

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The “downtown FULL MOON party”
Friday, 03/29/2013, 09:00 pm – 04:00 am
Full-Moon-flyer-front-800pxNew Location: LMNT
55 NW 36th Street,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Doors open at 9pm (FREE admission from 9p – 10p)

***FREE admission before 12 midnight for all drummers and musicians with proper instruments***

Featuring:
Live Music Set: Lani Nash
Opening Live Band: Dorothy’s Surrender
Featured Live Band: La Revol
Special Live Music Set: Warp9
Guest Deejay: Dj Maze
Special Host: Sophie Moon
Special Guest Drummer: Bli Bi Gore Eric
Drum Leader: Flex Drum JamsFire Performances: Need To Burn (www.needtoburn.com); The Florida Fire Collective; (All other skillful talents are welcomed!)

Various Performers and Hula Hoopers: Bring your own!

Live Interactive Art

Live Drum Sessions:
Drumming Sessions starts early at 10pm until 2am (outside); and 4am (indoor)… We welcome all drummers, musicians, fire/poi performers, Hula Hoopers, Dancers, Poets, Freestylers; jugglers, magicians, etc…

Open Mic SessionOpen Mic Session between 9:30p – 10:30p…
Please arrive at 9pm. First to sign-up get to play first!
(If you have a talent and want to share it with our crowd, the stage is Open.)

Suggested Dresscode: (Very Important!)
We would like to see everyone dressed in CREATIVE FASHION; meaning that you are FREE to be YOU at the “downtown FULL MOON party”, and expressing yourself goes beyond the contribution of your positive energy… You ought to also be dressed appropriately and funkyliciously. So, please think of something UNIQUE and OUTRAGEOUSLY YOU!

Hosted By: The “downtown FULL MOON party” family…

Tell Your Friends… They Will Thank You For It!

Upcoming Event – April 26th
Performing Live: Free Like Me (A “Welcome Back” Event)
Also, Performing Live: Karina Skye; Joshua Stedman

Complimentary Sunday Brunch at Irving Cypen Tower 3/17/13

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Complimentary Sunday Brunch at Irving Cypen Tower
Sunday, 03/17/2013, 09:30 am – 01:00 pm
Residential-Living-at-Miami-Jewish-Health-Systems-21Irving Cypen Tower
5100 NE 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Please join us at a complimentary brunch and tour at the newly renovated Irving Cypen Tower on Sunday, March 17th, 2013. Irving Cypen Tower is on the beautiful 20 acre campus of the Miami Jewish Health Systems, 5200 NE 2nd Ave in the heart of the Design District.

Brunch begins at 9:30 and will end at 1:00 PM. Please RSVP if you are planning to attend. Contact Leslee Geller at 305 232 LIFE (5433).

Look forward to seeing you there.

Past-Life Regression Meditation Experience 3/21/13

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Past-Life Regression Meditation Experience
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 07:30 pm – 09:30 pm
regressionad-192x99Bagua
4736 NE 2nd Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33137
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This gathering will include an introductory discussion of past lives and regression therapy, followed by a guided meditation to assist participants in accessing their own past life memories and spiritual guidance. Presented by Jed Shlackman, LMHC, M.S. Ed.
Admission is $20 at the door. Location info at www.bagua9.com
Call 305-259-0013 for more information. www.phinsights.com/regression.html

The Miami Symphony Orchestra presents An Appalachian Spring 4/6/13

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The Miami Symphony Orchestra presents An Appalachian Spring
Saturday, 04/06/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Appalachian-Spring-Miami-Diario-adHerbert & Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center (FIU)
11200 SW 8th Street – PCA 274,
Miami, Florida 33199
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Concertmaster Daniel Andai takes to the podium to lead The Miami Symphony Orchestra in An Appalachian Spring! For tickets please call (305) 275-5666 or visit www.themiso.org.

Reiki Spiritual Energy Healing Circle 4/12/13

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Reiki Spiritual Energy Healing Circle
Friday, 04/12/2013, 07:00 pm – 08:30 pm
Reiki192Five Sisters
8805 SW 132 St.,
Miami, Florida 33176
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Come experience an evening of relaxation, transformation, and healing with Reiki. Reiki is the Japanese word for universal life force energy, and Reiki healing methods help transmit this energy to facilitate healing and balance. There are millions of Reiki practitioners around the world. Attendees at this circle get to experience short Reiki sessions following a guided meditation. Facilitated by Jed Shlackman, LMHC. Reiki practitioners are welcome to come share and everyone is welcome to come to receive healing, space permitting. Please arrive promptly. No cost to attend, donations are welcome.

www.fivesisters.biz 786-250-4170
www.phinsights.com/reiki1.html 305-259-0013

Movie Night Mondays feat. The Boondock Saints & The Departed 3/18/13

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Movie Night Mondays feat. The Boondock Saints & The Departed
Monday, 03/18/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
movienight_boondockBlackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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A cure for the Monday blues…Blackbird Ordinary presents Movie Night Mondays! Join us weekly for an outdoor double feature with showings starting at 10PM. Monday, March 18th the St. Patty’s Day festivities continue with The Boondock Saints and The Departed! Enjoy happy hour from 3-8PM, and $8 Daiquiris & Old Fashioneds all night, plus free popcorn! And for the songbirds, plenty of games and karaoke inside. Compete for drinks and prizes! 21+, No cover.

The Miami Symphony Orchestra presents An Appalachian Spring 4/7/13

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The Miami Symphony Orchestra presents An Appalachian Spring
Sunday, 04/07/2013, 04:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Appalachian-Spring-Miami-Diario-ad1South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
10950 SW 211th Street,
Miami, Florida 33189
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Concertmaster Daniel Andai takes to the podium to lead The Miami Symphony Orchestra in An Appalachian Spring! For tickets please call (305) 275-5666 or visit www.themiso.org.

SWURVE Tuesdays 3/19/13

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SWURVE Tuesdays
Tuesday, 03/19/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
swurve_generic2Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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SWURVE – every Tuesday night at Blackbird Ordinary. Sounds by DJ Sharpsound & Louie Arson & hosted by Bernz & Wrekonize of ¡Mayday! $7 shot of Jack + Highlife. Enjoy Chef Robert’s award-winning jerk chicken and BBQ! Doors stay open till 5AM. 21+, no cover!

Early Bird Fridays with Boxwood 3/22/13

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Early Bird Fridays with Boxwood
Friday, 03/22/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Because it’s never too early to kick off the weekend – Blackbird Ordinary presents Early Bird Fridays! Join us for happy hour from 3-8PM and enjoy delicious $5 bites from Chef Michael starting at 6PM. Live music at 8PM with Boxwood! 21+, No cover. For reservations call (305) 671-3307.

First Annual Miami Style Fusion 5/11/13

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First Annual Miami Style Fusion
Saturday, 05/11/2013, 09:00 pm – 03:00 am
Cover-copyDynamo Art Cocowalk
3015 Grand Ave. ,
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
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The StyleFusion is a multi-branded entertainment environment providing activities and opportunities for fashion designers, art works by Internationally known artists, performers and sponsors to come face-to-face with the principal taste-makers, celebrities, musical talent, style shapers, media and consumers.

The official Launch will take place in Dynamo Art Cocowalk
(May 11th 9pm @ 3015 Grand Ave. Coconut Grove, FL 33133)

Befitting the Charity Dress for Success

Live performances by;
Jayquan
Evie Cruz
Rob Allen
Arlene G

Walking the Runway for Dress for Success:
Teri Rios
Kimberly Gambino
Jennifer Judice
Gianina Acevedo
Paola Ekelund
Ana Margarita Martinez
Kimberlee Etheridge

To have your Business included, Artwork Exhibited, or Boutique Featured:

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP

• Product exclusivity/pouring/sampling/demonstration rights

• Extensive visual branding through the use of animations, projection technologies, gobo lights and standard collateral materials/signage throughout the venue

• Branded merchandise including bar essentials and promotional items

• Custom-designed staff and consumer clothing/apparel for giveaway or offered at retail

• Gift Bag placement of promotional items

• Red carpet and step-and repeat at venue entrance each day & night

• Custom promotions, installations and visibility on-site created to match sponsor needs and goals

Contact Chris Anthony (954) 929-4433

Maria Luisa PFlucker: Colorful Realism 4/13/13

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Maria Luisa PFlucker: Colorful Realism
Saturday, 04/13/2013, 04:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Patty-FlyerFinal2The Art Place Wynwood
2722 NW 2nd Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33127
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The Art Place Wynwood, presents Colorful Realism, paintings by Peruvian artist Maria Luisa Pflucker in The Project Room. Opening Reception will be held Saturday, April 13th, 4-7 PM; the gallery will remain open for the Wynwood Art Walk until 11 PM.

Using traditional painting methods, Pflucker’s new works are seductive and sophisticated with a youthful and fresh essence capturing the expression and beauty of the human experience revealing realism and the harmonies of nature.

Currently, at the age of 70, Maria Luisa Pflucker continues to evolve her paintings. The Art Place Wynwood, proudly welcomes her to Miami with “Colorful Realism,” a solo exhibition in The Project Room. The exhibition will remain open to the public until April 27, 2013.

I am Femme Fabulous Weekend 4/26/13-4/27/13

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I am Femme Fabulous Weekend
Friday, 04/26/2013, 08:00 am –
FemmeFabMagAd-WEBDeauville Beach Resort
6701 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33141
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About I am Femme Fabulous:

The ultimate 2 day shopping event in Miami for the Femme Fabulous at Deauville Beach Resort in Miami Beach, FL. Be introduced to a variety of products and services in industries such as Fashion, Beauty, Health, Fitness, Food, Wine, Spa, Art and Music. Featuring Vendors, Special Performances, Awards, Great Food, Empowering Seminars, Fashion Shows, Raffles, Give-a-ways and so much more. VIP attendees will receive complimentary gift bags filled with products samples, gift certificates and coupons for the Femme Fabulous.
Schedule:

Vendor Space is available.

Cirque de Femme Women Empowerment & Fashion Industry Seminar
Friday 8AM – 4PM, Saturday 9AM – 12PM

Cirque de Femme Interactive Luncheon
Friday 12PM – 2Pm

I am Femme Fabulous Expo
Friday & Saturday 11AM – 8PM

Tafari Awards Luncheon
Saturday
12PM – 2PM

EVC Style Runway Shows

Friday
5PM – 8PM
Saturday
3PM – 8PM

Tickets: http://www.iamfemmefabulous.com/rsvp/tickets

I am Femme Fabulous 2 Day General Admission Pass

2 Day Pass to I am Femme Fabulous Expo/ EVC Style Runway Shows 1 Complimentary Raffle Ticket. *A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Women In Distress www.womenindistress.org, A 501(C)3 Not for Profit Organization.

I am Femme Fabulous Expo – 2 Day VIP Pass –

Preferred Seating During EVC Style Runway Shows Friday & Saturday. 3 Complimentary Drinks Complimentary Gift Bag 1 Complimentary Raffle ticket *A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Women In Distress www.womenindistress.org, A 501(C)3 Not for Profit Organization.

Tafari Awards Luncheon –

3-Course Lunch with VIP Taste Makers, Celebrities and Public Figures. Awards Luncheon Featuring Fashion Shows, Special Performances and special guest speakers. Complimentary 2 Day VIP Pass to I am Femme Fabulous Expo/ EVC Style Runway Shows. *A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Women In Distress www.womenindistress.org, A 501(C)3 Not for Profit Organization.

Cirque Du Femme Interactive Luncheon (Friday) –

3-Course Interactive Luncheon Mini Fashion Shows, Makeovers, Style Tips & Networking. Complimentary 2 Day VIP Pass to I am Femme Fabulous Expo / EVC Style Runway Shows. *A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Women In Distress www.womenindistress.org, A 501(C)3 Not for Profit Organization.

Cirque Du Femme – Very Fabulous TIcket –

All Access VIP Ticket Benefits: Preferred Seating at all Workshops. Networking. Complimentary VIP 2DAY Pass to I am Femme Fabulous EXPO & EVC Style Runway Shows. Continental Breakfast Complimentary Ticket to Interactive Luncheon (Friday) Complimentary Ticket to Tafari Awards Charity Luncheon (Saturday) *A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Women In Distress www.womenindistress.org, A 501(C)3 Not for Profit Organization.

About CIRQUE DE FEMME Seminars
Cirque De Femme II is a one day invigorating conference for women to Refresh your mind and body, Re-new your spirit, Re-affirm commitment
to self, and Re-Invent your career!

OVERVIEW
The Cirque De Femme women’s conference will empower your self-esteem and renew your spirit! This one day conference will encourage and
inspire women to overcome challenges, develop effective career strategies and make women more fabulous than they were before.

About The Tafari Awards Luncheon

The “Tafari Awards” Brunch is a charity event held to honor successful women, who inspire others through their perseverance, drive and motivation; all of which have led to their achievements. The event features a formal 3-Course Lunch, fashion show, special performance, special honored guests, and much more.

The charity focus of this event is to raise money to support, Women In Distress and Alwayz Ladylike, both 501(c)3 Not for Profit Organizations focused on the Empowerment of Women and Girls through specific community programs.

Re-Invent
Careers
Your Brand

Re-Fresh
Mind and Body

Re-New
The Spirit

Re-Affirm
Healthy Living

About EVC STYLE RUNWAY

EVC STYLE Runway is a two day, state of the art fashion event featuring some of today’s most promising and successful designers in Fashion. The production features, Agency Quality Models, Professional Hair & Make Up Team, Coordinated & Produced by Fashion Show Innovations & Event Visions Consulting. Our production Team. Our Production Team’s past clients include, Mercedes Benz Swim Week: Red Carter, Vitamin A, Gen Art, Funkshion, Miami Fashion Week and much more..

About the Executive Producer, EVENT VISIONS
www.eventvisions.com

A full service company that bridges Public Relations, Event Production & Management and brand marketing through a combination of the latest technology and the creative aptitude needed in today’s competitive and rapid changing business environment.

Their mission is to coordinate innovative events that utilize strategic partnerships and integrate sustainable products and services to better our community socially, economically and culturally all while providing clients with top notch service to best promote their brands.

Want tickets? Like I am Femme Fabulous’ Facebook page: (http://www.facebook.com/Iamfemmefabulous) and receive special information of discounted tickets and promos for I am Femme Fabulous Weekend.

Contact: info@Iamfemmefabulous.com for more information.

Communities In Schools of Miami, Inc Hosts Under the Big Top Gala to Benefit Youth 4/13/13

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Communities In Schools of Miami, Inc Hosts “Under the Big Top Gala” to Benefit Youth
Saturday, 04/13/2013, 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Intercontinental Hotel
100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Come one, come all to Communities In Schools of Miami’s (CIS) “Under the Big Top” annual fundraising gala and dinner featuring student acrobats, dancers, singers and a live band replicating “the best show on earth” on April 13, 2013, at The Intercontinental Hotel in downtown Miami. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with a sunset cocktail hour and complimentary Bacardi spirits followed by a five-course, sit down dinner.

Local CBS TV anchor and producer Cynthia Demos will preside as the “Ring Master” side-by-side with a student Emcee. Guests have a chance to bid on rare silent auction items including an autographed guitar from Jimmy Buffet, all-inclusive vacation packages, luxury jewelry, spa treatments and more.

Tickets for CIS’ largest annual philanthropy event are priced at $175 each and all proceeds go to benefit CIS of Miami, an affiliate of the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization, proven to increase on-time graduation rates and decrease dropout rates.

In 2012, the event raised more than $80,000 to fund dropout prevention programs for local Miami-Dade students including after school programs, tutoring, mentoring and other programs.

Tickets can be purchased online at www.cismiami.org or by calling 305-252-5444.

Event sponsors include Greenberg Traurig, LLP, Carnival Corporation & PLC, Pricewaterhouse Coopers, Marcum Accountants & Advisors LLP, City National Bank, KW Property Management & Consultants, and Kaufman, Rossin & Co.

2nd Annual Voices of Leadership VIP Reception and Miami Launch of Broadway Musical Fela 3/18/13

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2nd Annual “Voices of Leadership” VIP Reception and Miami Launch of Broadway Musical Fela!
Monday, 03/18/2013, 07:00 am – 11:00 pm
251Briza on the Bay
1717 N. Bayshore Drive, Ste 115,
Miami, Florida 33132
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National Voices for Equality, Education, and Enlightenment (NVEEE), a South Florida based anti-bullying organization, will welcome back celebrities, elected officials, young artists, and educators, to their 2nd Annual “Voices of Leadership” Reception and Miami Launch Party for Tony Award-Winning Musical FELA!

This reception will be held Monday, March 18, 2013 from 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. at Briza on the Bay, 1717 N. Bayshore Drive Miami, FL 32132. Tickets are $30 for General Admission and $50 for VIP Admission. To purchase tickets visit http://tinyurl.com/a747olu. All proceeds from this event will help support NVEEE’s mission to prevent bullying, violence and suicide among youth families and communities through direct service, mentoring and prevention education.

Spokesperson Michelle Williams, along with cast members of Fela! will attend NVEEE’s Reception and the Miami Launch of the Broadway Musical. “Fela is delighted to be affiliated with NVEEE. Fela is about having each others back, self esteem and the fight for human dignity. Fela’s struggle and the struggle of the children who NVEEE serves have much in common – believe in yourself, stand up for who you are, have no fear, and you can change the world. That is why the musical Fela! exists and what NVEEE teaches everyday,” said Lead Producer Stephen Hendel.

The event will include a Live Auction hosted by Miami philanthropist Kimberly Bacardi and Erin Milchman, with items including a $500 gift certificate to Allure Spa, and an autographed guitar by CREED, donated by Jaclyn Stapp and her husband Scott Stapp, lead singer of the multi-platinum rock band, CREED, with music by Percussionist – Sunny Singh, Saxophonist – Leo Casino and DJ Maximus 3000.

“The highlight of the event will be the awards ceremony honoring individuals who use their voices to speak out against bullying as UPstanders instead of BYstanders” said Jowharah Sanders, Founder of NVEEE. “I don’t think there will be a dry eye in the room after they hear original music from Verona Rose, CJ Fam, Sivan Ben-David and Maggie Baugh, who are four students that volunteer as NVEEE Peace Ambassadors and who are overcoming bullying through music.” Other student Peace Ambassadors who have combined volunteered over 5,000 hours within the past 3 years include Ruth Sanders, Jacob Carpenter, Jamia Barber and Megan Braun. These four students will receive Community Service Awards, presented by Hollywood Actor Vincent De Paul, and they will also receive handmade designer jewelry donated by a returning sponsor, Loud Chic!

A very special thank you to Freedom Concierge Services for producing the event, to Briza on the Bay for donating this upscale event space, and to the restaurant vendors who are sponsoring the catering and desserts including: Chef Jackie Salas, Divino Ceviche (Peruvian Cuisine), Fusion (Latin Cuisine), Tira D. Toss (Peruvian and Japanese Cuisine), and Sweet and Tipsy Cupcakes. Thank you to our sponsors: Influential Lifestyle Media Group, Maximus 3000, Printhouse USA, Loud Chic, Miami Events Group, Little Black Dress Vodka, Zeta Entertainment, Brugal Rum, Cutty Sark Whisky, Kim’s Good Karma Group, Allure Rejuvenation and Anti-Aging Spa, Cafe Mocha, LV Productions, Pettus & Dawkins Financial Group, Alwayz Therro, ORS-Formerly Organic Root Stimulator.

About NVEEE
NVEEE is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in October 2009. Our mission is to prevent bullying, violence and suicide among youth families and communities through direct service, mentoring and prevention education. We are a diverse team of professional educators, business leaders, parents and students who took our concerns about student safety and well-being and put our passion into action-moving from bystanders to community leaders. NVEEE has reached nearly 10,000 teachers, students, parents, and community leaders through our Mentoring Program, Peace Ambassador Program, After School Program, and our signature Not On My Watch School-wide Bullying Prevention Programs.

About FELA! on Broadway
Fela! is an inspiring rhythmic tale of Fela Kuti, who created Afrobeat – a melting of jazz, funk and African rhythm and harmonies. The show is electrifying audiences with its passionate sounds and soulful rhythms. While celebrating the life and struggles of Fela Kuti, Fela! showcases some of the most exhilarating sounds and musical blends that are uniquely Fela Kuti. Having won three Tony Awards, Fela! takes its audience on a exciting and vital experience through Kuti’s life as an artist and human rights activist.

Joshua Wagner / Regent Cocktail Club

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Newest to sprout in South Beach is the Regent Cocktail Club, a classic cocktail bar located at the back of the revamped Gale Hotel.

Interested to hear about this new concept, Chat Chow TV schmoozed with Joshua Wagner, Miami’s after-hours aficionado and managing partner of Regent Cocktail Club, over Manhattans and Mint Juleps.

“Everyone is jazzed up about new trends, food and beverage, everything along those lines,” Wagner observes. “But I think we also need to make the standards of what our basics are, what our pars are, what our standards are as a city. So classics, back to the core, create the standard of what it should be and just really get back to the basics.”

And the locals are loving it. Regent draws a mixed crowd, attracted to the venue for its unique recipe of curated cocktails and vintage vibe.

“It’s all about approachability,” Wagner says of the atmosphere. “We don’t want this to be pretentious. You walk in here, it’s Fats Waller, it’s Ella Fitzgerald, it’s John Coltrane. It’s a conversation and a cocktail. […] We have got 25-year-old young people inhere to 60-year-old couples that are coming to enjoy great music, great conversation and fundamentally great cocktails.”

Club-goers can expect the libation basics to be perfect, with nightly shake-ups in its live music lineup (think Havana Nights or live jazz singers). Daily drink menus shift as well, with six new specialty cocktails to try each evening. Don’t like what’s on-menu? Wagner highly suggests engaging with your barkeep about your spirit preferences—it’s part of the experience. Serious sippers can keep tabs on their favorite tried tipples with Regent’s passport, a VIP amenity for the bibulous barfly that also grants access to exclusive member-only events.

Check out the video above to see why Regent exudes a cool-kid Al Capone quality. Then stop in and get your passport stamped.

Gillette and Katrina Bowden Invade Miami Spring Break 3/15/13-3/16/13

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Friday-Saturday, 03/15/2013-03/16/2013
Gillette-KISS_Spring-break-0513/15: 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
3/16: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Bayside Marketplace
401 Biscayne Blvd., R106
Miami, Florida 33132

Gillette recently conducted a national survey via a live social experiment and reported that 85% of women across the country declared they prefer to kiss a guy who’s smooth shaven. Furthermore, two out of three women said men will have better luck with them if they are smooth shaven.

Guys put a lot of effort into preparing for spring break – they work out more, eat better, maybe do a few push-ups in their hotel room before heading out… Gillette is making sure they don’t stumble at the finish line by helping them listen to what the ladies prefer.

Spring break revelers in the Miami area are invited out to Gillette’s K.I.S.S. tent to get a free shave using the new Gillette Fusion ProGlide SilverTouch for sensitive skin, take pictures and receive free grooming products. Actress Katrina Bowden will be there to encourage local men on spring break to increase their kissability by staying smooth shaven all week long!

5th Annual Toast to Awareness Wine Tasting 4/19/13

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5th Annual Toast to Awareness Wine Tasting
Friday, 04/19/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
FRC logoThe Edge Restaurant at the Four Seasons Hotel, Brickell
1435 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
RSVP Link

Join Family Resource Center for our 5th Annual “Toast to Awareness” Wine Tasting Event during National Child Abuse Prevention Month to raise funds to combat child abuse and neglect. Wine educator Barry Alberts will take us through a variety of international wines and champagnes.

Special thanks to our event sponsor, Berries to Wine, Inc.

I’m A House Ganster 3/20/13

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I’m A House Ganster
Wednesday, 03/20/2013, 09:00 pm – 05:00 am
IMG_0903CHALK LOUNGE
1234 WASHINGTON AVENUE,
MIAMI, Florida 33139
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Chris and Steve Martinez were both still teenagers when they first seized the attention of the house music scene. And while their age may still be a sticking point for the lazier observers out there they’ve long since established themselves beyond their headline grabbing backstory. The Martinez Brothers are now a full-fledged force, enjoying one of the busiest touring schedules on the international circuit (from Australia to Zurich, and including a residency during Ibiza’s much famed “season”), while still developing their striking brand of club-ready house music. The brothers have blazed a personal party style based on no specific style at all. As a rule of thumb, expect the unexpected… which is the appeal of a TMB party. No two sets will ever be the same, and the boys pride themselves on not limiting their sound… or their audience.

Great Taste of the Grove 4/13/13

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Great Taste of the Grove
Saturday, 04/13/2013, 12:00 pm – 07:00 pm
E-FlyerPeacock Park
2820 McFarlane Road,
Miami, Florida 33306
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Bring the whole family out for delicious tastes, delightful sips, and an all-around good time at the 23rd annual Great Taste of the Grove April 13 & 14 at Peacock Park!

Miami’s original family-friendly food festival, the Great Taste of the Grove Food & Music Festival, is back celebrating its 23rd year with a weekend of food, wine, music and fun for the whole family! On Saturday April 13th & Sunday 14th, from 12 -7pm, Coconut Grove’s picturesque Peacock Park will host the lively event, showcasing samplings from Miami’s best restaurants.

Unlike many food festivals that charge large entrance fees at the door, the Taste of the Grove remains budget-friendly for families. At only $10 for adults to get in and $5 for kids Under 12 (free for kids under 3), attendees can sample small tastes from more than 20 restaurants in the three giant “Great Tasting Tents” for only $1-$8 per small plate.

To wash down all the delectable bites from the Great Tasting Tents, patrons can enjoy equally delicious beverages of all types. From full-bodied reds, to crisp bubbly, to fruity cocktails, and refreshing cold beer, there’ll be a drink (or two) for every taste available for purchase.

While snacking and sipping throughout the festival, guests always look forward to the live performances on the Main Stage. On Saturday, April 13 get ready to sing along as our featured bands pay tribute to Neil Diamond, Billy Joel and Journey! On Sunday, April 14 it’ll be a Clash of the Decades, with our favorite local bands playing the best from the 40s to today… with headliner Suenalo!

In addition to all the live music, there will also be a Kids Fun Zone dedicated to keeping the kiddos entertained too. Stocked with carnival rides, interactive activities face painting, and balloon animals, kids will surely have as much fun as their parents at the Great Taste of the Grove!

For more information about this event, please check the Facebook page, or visit the website at www.thegreattasteofthegrove.com.

KINKY live in concert in Miami 4/6/13

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KINKY live in concert in Miami
Saturday, 04/06/2013, 09:00 pm – 03:00 am
kinkyLa Covacha
10730 NW 25th Street,
Doral, Florida 33172
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– Caiala World Music and Mexicanos en Miami Presents –
Appearing in Miami for the first time since 2006 is multi Grammy Award Nominee, KINKY, producing some of the best electronica/alternative rock music to ever emerge from south of the border.

This ever-hot electric five-member band from Monterrey, Mexico formed in 1998 consists of Gilberto Cerezo, Ulises Lozano, Carlos Chairez, Omar Góngora, and Cesar Pliego whose music is heavily influenced by Latin music, rock, dance, and techno.

KINKY has received multiple nominations from both the Latin Grammy Recording Academy and the Latin MTV Video Music Awards. Kinky, who has obtained 5 nominations for the MTV awards in 2002, and 4 more in 2007, was nominated for Best Alternative Music Album (Sueño de la Máquina) and Best Alternative Song (Negro Día) at the 2012 Latin Grammy Awards.

GET TICKETS
$25 for general admission (Limited Availability)
$65 for VIP backstage access passes

http://www.wantickets.com/kinky
http://miamiconciertos.com/
Or Call: La Covacha 305-594-3717 9AM – 5PM

Caiala World Music of Miami is producing an exciting Latin concert series with La Covacha (The Cove), legendary for bringing top Latino artists to their outdoor concert garden on weekends. Arrive early and stay late for a rythymic workout by Mr. Pauer, Miami’s electropico DJ/Producer!

The best of Miami by the Mexicans in Miami
Join us on the different professional, social and recreational activities we organize, get to know our vibrant community of Mexicans in Miami, be aware of the best Mexican restaurants in town, be part of our celebrations enjoying our Traditions, Tequila & Mariachis and become a friend of Mexico!

Stay connected on:
Facebook – www.facebook.com/MexicanosEnMiami
Twitter – www.twitter.com/MexicanosEnMIA
LinkedIN – http://linkd.in/mexicanosenmiami

Doors open 9:00pm
La Covacha – 10730 NW 25th St., Doral, FL 33172
For more info: www.miamiconciertos.com or 305-594-3717

Florida Renaissance Festival to transform Miami’s Cauley Square Historic Village 3/30/13

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Florida Renaissance Festival to transform Miami’s Cauley Square Historic Village
Saturday, 03/30/2013, 10:00 am – 07:30 pm
Knights-Florida-Renaissance-FestivalCauley Square Historic Village
22400 Old Dixie Hwy Miami,
Miami, Florida 33170
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A fairy tale’s spell is set to embark upon Miami’s Cauley Square Historic Village when the Florida Renaissance Festival returns on March 30 to April 14, 2013. While entering the magical kingdom of the Florida Renaissance Festival, patrons will experience the Days of Yore, indulge in entertainment fun from the renaissance period, satisfy their medieval palate with authentic food fare and drinks followed by rides, and games of skill and chance.

During the renaissance weekends, guests will also enjoy jousting tournaments by The Freelancers; sword fights by Buckle and Swash; widely popular high energy comedy stunt show Kamikaze Fireflies; magical illusions by Issac Fawlkes; Masala Gypsy Dancers; musical duo sensation Iron Hill Vagabonds; memorizing glassblowing demonstrations by Historical Glassworks, Royal Quest (interactive mystery and treasure hunt) and much more.

Back due to popular demand, Predators Unlimited show, showcasing exotic animals, such as tigers, lions, black bears, alligator and crocodiles, monkeys and snakes. The show is highly entertaining delivering an important educational aspect of the renaissance period in which the audience learns about each animal, their background, and their role during the 16th century.

The Florida Renaissance Festival is produced by the nationally acclaimed Bobby Rodriguez Productions and strives to create an entertaining and cultural experience for adults and children alike. The sponsors of the Florida Renaissance Festival include Warsteiner Beer and Coca-Cola.

The Florida Renaissance Festival at Miami’s Cauley Square Historic Village will be open weekends beginning March 30th from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. until April 14th. Prices range from $20.00 for adults and $7 for children ages 6 to 11 years of age. Children 5 and younger are free. Special seasonal passes are available for $39 (valid all three weekends) and group ticket discounts are also offered.

The Florida Renaissance Festival is a 16th Century production featuring more than 100 costumed performers, eight stages with continuous entertainment and 20 stage acts from around the world. For more information visit: www.ren-fest.com; Find us on Facebook: Florida Renaissance Festival; Follow us on Twitter: FlaRenFest and Instagram/flarenfest. Download our new festival mobile app by searching Florida Renaissance Festival in the Apple iTunes store or Android market. If you prefer the medieval method: 1-800-3-REN-FES.

The SAILS Institute Official Launch Party 3/30/13

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The SAILS Institute Official Launch Party
Saturday, 03/30/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
flyer_UPDATEDGAB Studio
105 NW 23rd Street ,
MIami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

The SAILS Institute Invites You: We Can Change This. Let’s Do It!

The SAILS Institute is a new non-profit organization in Miami that will provide therapy services and independent living skills education to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people.

We invite you to join us for our official launch party on Saturday, March 30th at GAB Studio in Wynwood. Come take in the art; listen to music from DJ John Corradi; and enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and an open bar featuring specialty cocktails from Chambord Vodka, Hiro Sake, and more. Find out how you can make a difference in the lives of South Florida’s LGBTQ young people. Let’s be the change we want to see in Miami!

Tickets are $25, on sale now at www.sailsinstitute.org

Liza Forero EP Album Release and Listening Party 3/30/13

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Liza Forero EP Album Release and Listening Party
Saturday, 03/30/2013, 10:00 pm – 02:00 am
3-30-13-Liza-Forero-EP-RClub Fifty at Viceroy Hotel
485 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
Facebook Link

Zab Music Group & Megacity Event
proudly present

Liza Forero EP Album Release & Listening Party

Saturday, March 30, 2013 at 10:00 pm

10:00 pm | Red Carpet
11:00 pm | Liza Forero Arrival & Photo Opp
11:30 pm | Liza Forero Live Performance – Outdoor Stage
12:00 am | EP Album Giveaway & After Party

Complimentary Admission and Half Price Drinks (outdoor bar only) for Guests from 10:00 pm to 12 midnight with wristband. At the door, mention you’re there for “Liza Forero’s Album Release” to obtain wristband.

Live Performance at 11:30 pm sharp — Please arrive early!

Fifty at Viceroy Hotel
485 Brickell Ave. 50th Floor
Miami, Florida 33131

Please direct all media inquiries and sponsorship opportunities to MegaCityGroup@gmail.com

http://www.facebook.com/LizaForeroMusic
http://www.twitter.com/LizaForeroMusic

Paint City Alumni Art Exhibition 4/5/13

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Paint City Alumni Art Exhibition
Sunday, 04/05/2013, 06:30 pm – 09:00 pm
Paint-CityFIU College of Architecture + The Arts Miami Beach Urban Studios
420 Lincoln Rd. Suite 440,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

The Art + Art History Department and the FIU Alumni Association are proud to host Paint City, an alumni art exhibition which surveys the contemporary state of painting in South Florida and beyond, on Friday, April 5th at 6:30 pm at the College of Architecture + The Arts Miami Beach Urban Studios on Lincoln Road. I would like to invite you to be part of this great event. The night will feature the work of five distinguished CARTA alumni artists, as well as a cocktail reception and silent auction.

MIA Encore Shows Aboard SeaFair 5/2/13-5/5/13

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MIA Encore Show
May 2nd – 5th, 2013, Friday and Saturday, 1 – 10PM, and Sunday, 1 – 7PM.
SeaFair
docked next to the InterContinental Hotel at Bayfront Park
100 Chopin Plaza
Miami, FL

Tickets can be purchased at the door, $15 for a one-day ticket, $20 for a multi-day ticket and $30 for a Priority Boarding ticket. Advance ticketing is available on the fair website.
MIA Encore offers convenient valet parking and optional priority boarding.
As per United States Coast Guard regulations, all attendees are required to show a photo ID upon entry.
www.expoships.com

On the heels of a highly successful Miami International Art Fair (MIA), International Fine Art Expositions is pleased to announce a series of MIA Encore shows aboard the $40 million exhibition megayacht, SeaFair, docked at Bayfront Park in the heart of Miami’s Downtown Arts & Entertainment District.

Each MIA Encore show will gather a carefully selected array of 28 international dealers presenting both established contemporary and emerging artists. Works will be composed of contemporary, cutting-edge art of all media including photography, painting, mixed media, sculpture, jewelry, installation and video.

In addition to the bevy of contemporary art works onboard, the fair will feature an exciting schedule of events including “ArtAfterHours Cocktail Cruises” Friday and Saturday night from 10pm-12am and a “Art on the Bay” brunch cruise on Sunday from 11am – 1pm. All SeaFair cruise events are by separate ticket which can be purchased on the website. A highlight of the program will be “Appraisal Saturday.” Saturday, April 6th, from 10am-2pm Miller Gaffney from the PBS Series “Market Warriors” will be offering complimentary art appraisals. The event will be followed by a lecture “Contemporary Passions for Art,” presented by Ms. Gaffney from 3pm – 4pm. For further details on “Appraisal Saturday” and a full schedule of events visit www.expoships.com.

MIA Encore Show Aboard SeaFair 4/5/13-4/7/16

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MIA Encore Show
Friday and Saturday, April 5th and 6th, 1 – 10PM, and Sunday, April 7th and 21st, 1 – 7PM.
SeaFair
docked next to the InterContinental Hotel at Bayfront Park
100 Chopin Plaza
Miami, FL
Tickets can be purchased at the door, $15 for a one-day ticket, $20 for a multi-day ticket and $30 for a Priority Boarding ticket. Advance ticketing is available on the fair website.
MIA Encore offers convenient valet parking and optional priority boarding.
As per United States Coast Guard regulations, all attendees are required to show a photo ID upon entry.
www.expoships.com

On the heels of a highly successful Miami International Art Fair (MIA), International Fine Art Expositions is pleased to announce a series of MIA Encore shows aboard the $40 million exhibition megayacht, SeaFair, docked at Bayfront Park in the heart of Miami’s Downtown Arts & Entertainment District.

Each MIA Encore show will gather a carefully selected array of 28 international dealers presenting both established contemporary and emerging artists. Works will be composed of contemporary, cutting-edge art of all media including photography, painting, mixed media, sculpture, jewelry, installation and video.

In addition to the bevy of contemporary art works onboard, the fair will feature an exciting schedule of events including “ArtAfterHours Cocktail Cruises” Friday and Saturday night from 10pm-12am and a “Art on the Bay” brunch cruise on Sunday from 11am – 1pm. All SeaFair cruise events are by separate ticket which can be purchased on the website. A highlight of the program will be “Appraisal Saturday.” Saturday, April 6th, from 10am-2pm Miller Gaffney from the PBS Series “Market Warriors” will be offering complimentary art appraisals. The event will be followed by a lecture “Contemporary Passions for Art,” presented by Ms. Gaffney from 3pm – 4pm. For further details on “Appraisal Saturday” and a full schedule of events visit www.expoships.com.

Gillette and Katrina Bowden Invade Miami Spring Break 3/15/13

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Gillette and Katrina Bowden Invade Miami Spring Break
Friday, 03/15/2013, 03:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Gillette-KISS_Spring-break-05Bayside Marketplace
401 Biscayne Blvd., R106,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

3/15: 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
3/16: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Gillette recently conducted a national survey via a live social experiment and reported that 85% of women across the country declared they prefer to kiss a guy who’s smooth shaven. Furthermore, two out of three women said men will have better luck with them if they are smooth shaven.

Guys put a lot of effort into preparing for spring break – they work out more, eat better, maybe do a few push-ups in their hotel room before heading out… Gillette is making sure they don’t stumble at the finish line by helping them listen to what the ladies prefer.

Spring break revelers in the Miami area are invited out to Gillette’s K.I.S.S. tent to get a free shave using the new Gillette Fusion ProGlide SilverTouch for sensitive skin, take pictures and receive free grooming products. Actress Katrina Bowden will be there to encourage local men on spring break to increase their kissability by staying smooth shaven all week long!

Locust Projects Spring Fling 4/27/13

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Locust Projects Spring Fling
Sat., April 27, 7-10pm
1111 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139  

Signature fund-raiser brings art lovers together for an opportunity to purchase cutting-edge art-works by leading contemporary visual artists, including Hernan Bas, Nathan Carter, Francesca DiMattio, Kate Gilmore, Liam Gillick, Jon Pylypchuk, Cristina Lei Rodriguez and Andrew Schoultz. The Luxury Goods Silent Auction will feature auction items like gift certificates to Marni, Todd’s and Neiman Marcus. Live Music by… and delicious treats will be provided by Yardbird, Swine, Khong River House, Macchialina, Shake Shack and Harry’s Pizzeria.

Locust Projects, an experimental exhibition space located in the Design District, turns 15 this year, and has planned a full schedule of projects and special events for a year long celebration.

15th Anniversary Celebration

“Since our move in 2012 into a new 5,000 square foot exhibition space in the heart of the Design District, we now have more than twice as much space to truly focus on better meeting our mission to serve artists and the community,” said Chana Sheldon, executive director of Locust Projects. “The needs of the artists and the community are far and wide. With our new space we can program more exhibitions, as well as provide new opportunities for artists atour weekly Roundtables, Locust Talks, our lecture/studio visit series and our public art initiative Out of the Box.” Exhibition spaces include Main Gallery, Project Room and the Lobby Gallery.

Locust Projects, founded by artists in 1998, continues to be driven by and responsive to artists’ needs. “Our mission is to provide what artists need to experiment with new ideas and methods without the limitations or sales pressure of conventional exhibition spaces,” explains Ms. Sheldon. “It is our desire to offer public exposure and professional support for contemporary artists, and to provide an approachable contemporary art venue for the public.”

Locust Projects’ programming includes exhibitions, lectures, educational workshops, public commissions and professional development programs, all free and open to the public.

Locust Talks with Lauri Firstenberg 4/18/13

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Locust Talks with Lauri Firstenberg
Thursday, April 18 at 7pm
Locust Projects
3852 North Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33127

Locust Talks, a new series of free public lectures by visiting art professionals from diverse institutions across the country have been invited to talk about topics impacting artists and their communities. Following the sold out-SRO presentation by Creative Time’s executive director Anne Pasternak is Lauri Firstenberg,  director and chief curator of LAX Art. LAX Art is an independent non-profit art space in LA that  produces and presents experimental exhibitions, encourages the conversation on contemporary art in LA and inspires the dynamic relationship between art, artists and audiences.

Complementing the Locust Talks, the visiting curators and directors are making visits to the studios of South Florida-based artists as a personal way to provide artists an outsider’s insight into their work, and an opportunity to develop on- on-one relationships.

“Artists involved in our Artist Advisory Committee have specifically expressed a need for more access to top curators, writers and arts professionals as an avenue to expand their practices and sustain their careers,” relates Ms. Sheldon. “As a result of the studio visits, we hope to broaden Miami artists’ sphere of influence, giving them the opportunity to build new relationships—and ultimately exhibition opportunities, with dynamic curatorial voices from across the country and internationally.”

Calling All Creatives Fundraiser For Valyn Calhoun 3/16/13

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Calling All Creatives! Fundraiser For Valyn Calhoun
Saturday, 03/16/2013, 10:00 pm – 04:00 am
Fund-RGREEN ROOM
109 sw 2nd Ave ,
FT LAUDERDALE , Florida 33312
Facebook Link

Join us Saturday March 16th for a special solo exhibit art show and fundraiser event for our buddy Valyn. He will fill our first floor gallery with his amazing photography. All sales will directly benefit his goal of raising funds for his HIV/AIDS medication.

VALYN’S ART

https://www.facebook.com/ValynRuinedMyLife?ref=ts&fref=ts

ART RAFFLE

We are inviting all artists/photographers/crafters/sculptors/mixed media artists/illustrators/painters/etc. to donate 1 art piece for raffle. 100% proceeds will go to Valyn.

PRIZE RAFFLE

We are also inviting everyone else to make a donation in the form of gift certificates for services. Are you a photographer that can donate an hour photoshoot towards this cause? Maybe a tattoo artist that can donate some ink? A hair dresser that can give a sweet haircut? Or perhaps a baker who can make a custom cake? We all can give a little something based on our talents and all will help Valyn!

Confirmed Artist/Prize Offers

Art by :

Kristen Frenzel

Jonathan Vinazza

K:Nu

Vicky Cappy

Molly Grabill

Tony Kapel

Manny Mendez

Jim Hall

Gina Bentivegna

Jason Jafleu

David Santana

Serena Sokolov

Angela Yang

Goods/Services by:

Illuminated Lion: Glassware

Professional Press kit consultant

1 hour photo shoot w/ 2 outfit changes

Food provided by

Frankie Dogs

https://www.facebook.com/frankiedogs?ref=ts&fref=ts

Sweets by

Mimi Does Cakes

https://www.facebook.com/MimiDoesCakes?ref=ts&fref=ts

PERFORMANCES BY:

Travis Newbill

https://www.facebook.com/space.trav?ref=ts&fref=ts

Pocket of Lollipops

https://www.facebook.com/pocketlollipops?fref=ts

Dooms De Pop

https://www.facebook.com/doomsdepop?ref=ts&fref=ts

If you or someone you know is interested in joining this event, or donating please contact Gina at electriccanvas@yahoo.com

ART/PRIZES are due by 3/14 at the Green Room from 6:30-9pm

$10 Cover

21+

2-4-1 select beer/well before 12am

Drink Specials

Doors at 10pm

If you cannot attend this event we ask that you direct any donations to Valyn here:

http://www.giveforward.com/hivaidstreatmentforvalyn?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=graph&utm_campaign=vanity_page

Sensory Saturday 3/13/13

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Sensory Saturday
Saturday, 04/13/2013, 09:00 am – 11:00 am
Miami children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Miami Children’s Museum Sensory Saturday
Saturday, April 13th
9:00 – 11:00 AM
One Saturday a month from 9:00 am -11:00 am, Miami Children’s Museum will turn into an environment designed specifically for children with special needs and their families. MCM will be closed to the public to avoid large crowds and will provide modified lighting, sound adjustments and “cool down” rooms for children to relax in. Special programming includes yoga, art, music therapy, and more. Admission for this special event will be at a reduced rate and space is limited. Pre-registration for this event is required. Please email sensorysaturday@miamichildrensmuseum.org to register.
To learn more, please call (305) 373-KIDS (5437) or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

W 10 Group Show Opening at The Artisan Lounge 3/15/13

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W 10 Group Show Opening at The Artisan Lounge
Friday, 03/15/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
W-10The Artisan Lounge
500 NE 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
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The Artisan Lounge is proud to present “W10 A Collective View” this Friday, March 15 from 7-9 PM. W10 is a group of 7 Latin American women artists who have been working together for some years now. Their shows “I do, I do”, “Humanos”, and many others have received great reviews locally and nationally. In this new show they look to their own images, personalities , and life stories as subject matter and work together and individually to create in different formats images of profound and intuitive meaning.

For more information, please contact hello@theartisanlounge.com or (305) 209-4278.

Philanthro-Pub 3/21/13

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Philanthro-Pub
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Tobacco Road
626 S. Miami Ave. ,
Miami, Florida 33130
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An affiliate of the nation’s leading organization dedicated to empowering students to stay in school and graduate, Communities in Schools of Miami (CIS) is hosting a cocktail party for its Young Professionals Network at Tobacco Road from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., on Thursday, March 21st.

Guests will enjoy two hours of open bar and live entertainment for $20 at the landmark venue. The Young Professionals Network brings young professionals together who are interested in networking with other like-minded individuals while supporting a great cause, keeping students in schools. Proceeds from the evening’s event will directly benefit CIS’ mentoring, tutoring, career counseling, after school and summer programs.

Playing “PhilanthroPub” for the evening, Tobacco Road has been catering to downtown professionals, local celebrities and tourists for more than 100 years with daily dinner specials, live music and premium cocktails.

Tickets can be purchased at the door.

Natural Health Q&A: Answers for Your Health Questions with Dr. Paul Gannon, N.D. 3/21/13

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Natural Health Q&A: Answers for Your Health Questions with Dr. Paul Gannon, N.D.
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 07:45 pm – 09:15 pm
Rina Yoga in the Roads
1250 Coral Way,
Miami, Florida 33145
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Come with your questions and curiosity to chat with Dr. Gannon, holistic health expert, in this informative session that will teach you how to create true health. Dr. Gannon’s practical tips will give you the motivation to be your best self now while preparing for where you want to be in 20 years. From food allergies and diet to detoxing and cancer prevention…it will all come up! You will ultimately learn more than you thought you needed to know and be empowered to make truly healthy choices.

Paul Gannon, N.D. is a naturopathic physician offering safe and effective natural medicine to people of all ages and conditions, all over the U.S. and internationally, from his offices in Miami and Aspen.

RSVP required. Limited space available. Email Rosa to RSVP and for more information: rosa@rinayoga.com

Rising Stars Showcase 3/15/13

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Rising Stars Showcase
Friday, 03/15/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
theaterNew World Gallery AND Olympia Theater, Gusman Center for the Performing Arts
174 East Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33141
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The showcase begins at 5:00 PM at New World School of the Arts’ “New World Gallery” with a juried visual arts exhibition featuring extraordinary student artworks. Curated by Grela Orihuela, of Wet Heat Project, the show is as diverse as the school population and includes painting, drawing, design, sculpture, digital media and installations. [25 NE 2nd Street, downtown Miami, 33142]

The evening continues at the historic Gusman Center for the Performing Arts, in downtown Miami, with an exhilarating performance offering captivating excerpts of works performed during the school year by the dance, music, and theater divisions. Guests will be treated to the exuberant sounds of the NWSA Symphony Orchestra and to the stirring tunes of the NWSA High School Jazz Ensemble. They will be captivated by the thrill of theater and of timeless musicals we have all come to love, including the popular musical Cabaret. The magic of ballet, coupled with cutting-edge modern dance interpretations by modern-day choreographers as well as timeless dance masters, will round off an unforgettable evening of artistic expression.

Ernie Bynum Exhibits New Works at the Williams McCall Gallery 3/16/13

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Ernie Bynum Exhibits New Works at the Williams McCall Gallery
Saturday, 03/16/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Bynum_v3aWilliams McCall Gallery
110 Washington Avenue, CU-3,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Ernie Bynum exhibits new works at the Williams McCall Gallery South of Fifth. Kicking off with an artist reception that is open to the public on Saturday, March 16th at 6 pm, the exhibit will run until April 5th.

First Fridays Miami ARIES Edition Sexy Catsuit Party 4/5/13

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First Fridays Miami ARIES Edition Sexy Catsuit Party
Friday, 04/05/2013, 09:00 pm – 03:15 am
859936_10200103057111896_998228477_oCalder Casino & Race Course
21001 NW 27th Ave,
Miami Gardens, Florida 33056
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Come join us April 5th for Miami’s Premier 30 & over monthly adult social function

As the ARIES celebrate the Stylish & Sexy CatSuit Party with the best music in r&b & old skool

$500 SEXIEST OUTFIT CONTEST

For Advance Tickets/Info/Table Resv… (Book ur Birthday Party)

Call Big Ed (PhatLife Entertainmant) 786-236-7985

Spoken Soul Festival 3/23/13

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Spoken Soul Festival
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
SWAN_FLYER_FRONT_FINALGibson Miami Showroom
2751 North Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33127
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Spoken Soul Festival is a three-day celebration of philanthropy, community, and women artists.

The SWAN Spoken Soul Showcase Vol. 6 celebrates SWAN DAY 2013 – Support Women Arts NOW! As the winner of Miami New Times’ “Best of Miami” Best Event to Meet Intelligent Women, it’s expected to feature the most talented women artists of South Florida.

This FREE event will showcase 12 women artists inside one HER-storic Gibson Miami Showroom.

WMC Winter Music Massive 3/21/13

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WMC Winter Music Massive
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 09:00 pm – 05:00 am
johnny_iBlackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Blackbird Ordinary and Largeup.com present a Winter Music Massive! Featuring a live performance by Johnny Osbourne, plus Jovi Rockwell and Jahdan Blakkamoore. Music by DJ Gravy, Jasmine, Solano, Corey Chase, and more. Enjoy food served by Truck Stop, plus giveaways! Hosted by Just Dimy and Ashley Outrageous. RSVP at http://wintermusicmassive.eventbrite.com.

Date & Wine 4/4/13

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Date & Wine
Thursday, 04/04/2013, 07:30 pm – 09:30 pm
tapas_largeTapas Xperience
900 South Miami Ave. Suite 180,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Life can be pretty unpredictable; perhaps no more so than knowing when and where you’ll find love. Whether you are ready to settle down or you are just out there playing the field, Heart Tango offers hip, thoughtfully planned signature speed dating events for successful single professionals that leave our guests with a lasting impression that lingers well beyond the last dance. You’ve seen speed dating events play out in movies, on television, and you’ve probably also have heard about them from your friends. What better way to meet 10-20 single professionals in one night. Come join us for an experience that promises to be a delight to the senses.

If you love discovering and tasting new wines, then you will be spoiled for choice at Tapas Xperience, with an extensive range of wine tasting tours and tastings events which allows customers to choose from an average of over 80 different self-service wine selections. Tapas Xperience has something for everyone to enjoy.

Tickets are $25 in advance/$30 day of event

Ages: 21-35

Free Shuttle service in Brickell/Downtown provided by Monkey Shuttle, Call (786) 352-8762

Parking: Self or Valet

Grand Opening of BOD Cosmetic Surgery 3/14/13

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Grand Opening of BOD Cosmetic Surgery
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 06:30 pm – 09:00 pm
BODBOD Cosmetic Surgery
3510 Coral Way ,
miami, Florida 33145
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BOD COSMETIC SURGERY OPENS ITS DOORS WITH GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION

Miami, FL –March 8, 2013 –Bod Cosmetic Surgery is opening its doors in grand style this Thursday March, 14, 2013 from 6:30PM-9:30PM. The grand opening event taking place at BOD Cosmetic Surgery located 3510 Coral Way Miami, Florida 33145 will feature music, cocktails and surprises as guests have the opportunity to see how BOD Cosmetic Surgery can make anyone look and feel like a 10.

Guests will glide down a pink carpet which represents the color scheme of the BOD logo and will immediately notice that BOD Cosmetic Surgery has taken great strides in designing a facility that looks and feels more like a high end spa than a “facility”. Event attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy cocktails courtesy of Select Vodka and Vita Coco while meeting and greeting with the BOD staff and BOD spokesperson and TV personality Adriana Cataño along with some of South Florida’s top professionals. Custom designed artwork by local photographer Marylyn Scavo Betancourt which focuses on the human body will adorn the walls of BOD Cosmetic Surgery. The grand opening of BOD Cosmetic Surgery plans to set the tone for the future experience of their clients.

BOD Cosmetic Surgeryis looking forward to bringing its clients the VIP treatment that they deserve. BOD Cosmetic Surgery defines cosmetic surgery and self-improvement as an art form where patients walk out feeling like they have been drawn out by Michael Angelo himself. Clients are welcomed in a warmly decorated state of the art facility one block off of Miracle Mile. Consultation, procedures, and post-op treatment are held under the same roof with the upmost discretion. Offering invasive and non-invasive procedures along with spa services BOD Cosmetic Surgery seeks to treat each patient with a tailored fit program depending on desired goals.

BOD Cosmetic Surgery is gearing up to present their clients with state of the art procedures to attain their self-improvement goals in a friendly, discrete, and professional atmosphere. BOD Cosmetic Surgery is ready to introduce you to the new you.

For more information on BOD Cosmetic Surgery please visit www.bodcosmeticsurgery.com as well as on Facebook and Twitter. BOD Cosmetic Surgery is located at 3510 Coral Way Miami, Florida 33145. Call (305) 774-6151 for further information.

To attend kickoff cocktail on Thursday March, 14, 2013 from 6:30PM-9:30PM, please RSVP to gpineres@CreativasGroup.com .

Creativas Group Inc. provides public relations and marketing counsel to corporations, local businesses, nationally recognized special events and leading non-profit organizations. For more information, please log onto www.creativasgroup.com or email info@creativasgroup.com

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Unclazzified performs on Sound Theory Live 3/15/13

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Unclazzified performs on Sound Theory Live
Friday, 03/15/2013, 07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
sound_theoryThe Stage
170 NE 38th Street,
Miami, Florida 33137
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Unclazzified, the jazz / soul trio made up of Allen Paul on piano, Gerald Kebreau on bass, and Jason Kent on drums, will be performing on the broadcast of Sound Theory Live at The Stage on Friday, March 15 at 7pm. The show can be heard on WDNA 88.9 FM and on the internet at www.wdna.org.

Unclazzified has been performing in the MIami area for two years, and plays a mix of jazz, pop, soul and grooves they call “soulfully sophisticated pop music.”

Sound Theory Live, hosted by Carlos Garcia, s a groundbreaking radio show that showcases the best of South Florida’s live music scene. It can be heard every Friday at 7PM on WDNA.

See the link for an article with more information.

Shot in the Hand Jam 3/24/13

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Shot in the Hand Jam
front-4x6-1March 24, 2013, 6pm
PAX
337 SW 8th Street
Miami, FL
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with Suenalo, Spam Allstars, and ArtOfficial
hosted by Larry Dogg

Local musicians Suenalo, Spam Allstars, and ArtOfficial organize a benefit concert for one of their own – trumpet player Ted Zimmerman. Ted walked out his front door on New Years Eve and was struck in the hand by a stray bullet. Although thankful it wasn’t more serious, it did strike him in the hand that he plays with. Needless to say he has not been able to keep up his work schedule during his recovery. Ted is also a volunteer mentor for the local organization Gogo (Guitars Over Guns) which provides musical mentorship in local schools that do not have music programs. The event on March 24th will raise funds for Ted’s hospital bills and for the Gogo Organization.

On New Year’s Eve, Ted Zimmerman was struck by a stray bullet on his front porch. The bullet (most likely from someone firing into the air) whizzed by his head and went though his first finger, shattering the bone, before lodging in his middle finger. Ted is a professional trumpet player with one of Miami’s most prominent bands, The Spam Allstars, and a highly sought after freelance musician. For the last 4 years, he has also been a mentor with the GOGO (Guitars Over Guns Organization) program, a non-profit aimed at using music to provide at-risk middle school students an alternative to the negative influences that typically dominate their environs.

While he is lucky to be alive, the bullet cost Ted more than an overnight hospital stay and endless medical bills. After an involved surgery on his hand to remove thousands of bone fragments, Ted found out that he was fortunate to not have irreversible tendon or nerve damage. The bullet however shattered the bone in his index finger (one of the three he depends on for playing the trumpet) so completely that the bone could not be fused.

He will spend the next few months hoping and waiting for enough bone callus formation to allow him to begin the long road of physical therapy – learning how to use his finger again by picking up marbles one at a time. The surgeon told Ted he can hope for 50% mobility in the knuckle of his index finger. At best, he is expected to make a full enough recovery to relearn how to play the trumpet flat-fingered.

CBT College International Division invites you to Trivia Night 3/19/13

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CBT College International Division invites you to Trivia Night!
Sunday, 03/19/2013, 08:00 pm –
Fado Irish pub
900 South Miami Blvd., Suite 200,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Join us for a fun filled night of trivia, making new friends with great people and winning great prizes.

In fact, your first drink is complimentary!

Be sure to ask for our VIP area when you arrive with all of your friends.

Also, everyone who attends gets a gift bag, while supplies last!

http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=6fqlzxdab&oeidk=a07e75pxggw9ebdcbca

SWAN Spoken Soul Showcase Vol. 6 – SWAN Day Miami 3/23/13

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SWAN Spoken Soul Showcase Vol. 6 – SWAN Day Miami
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
SPOKENSOULFESTIVALPOSTER_Nadyia_DuffREDUXsmall2Gibson Miami Showroom
The Dorissa Bldg, 2751 North Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33127
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The Award-Winning Spoken Soul Festival Celebrates SWAN Day Miami on Saturday, March 23, 2013.

Showcasing and uniting female warriors armed with paint brushes, microphones, and camera lenses through advocacy and creativity.

Miami, FL (March 7, 2013) – Winner of Miami New Times’ “Best of Miami 2012” Best Place To Meet Intelligent Women, Spoken Soul Festival celebrates its 6th year by continuing to make a HER-storic impact on the arts community in South Florida.

Spoken Soul Festival is a three-day celebration of philanthropy, community, and women artists. For the 3rd year in a row and out of approximately 1000 SWAN Day events, Spoken Soul Festival’s SWAN Day Miami has been named by WomenArts one of the Top 5 Cities in the world that celebrates the international holiday SWAN Day (Support Women Artists Now!). In addition, this not-for-profit festival has been awarded a total of $3000 in grant monies over the past 3 years by WomenArts.

“Each year we grow and many more women artists’ careers are launched. This can only mean we are doing something right, and our community wants it and needs it,” Deborah Magdalena, Founder and Director of SSF.

This year’s SWAN Day Miami festivities are on Saturday March 23, 2013 from 6pm – 10pm during SWAN Spoken Soul Showcase Vol. 6. This FREE event will showcase twelve women artists inside the new buzz-worthy Gibson Miami Showroom at The Dorissa Bldg, 2751 North Miami Avenue. Gibson will graciously lend a one-of-a-kind Gibson guitar to the musicians and their very cool Stanton DJ line for the featured DJ. In addition, our presenting sponsor, DUCK Tape Wine, will award $100 dollars and a case of wine to one featured artist who best incorporates actual DUCK Tape in one of their showcased originals.

On-air radio personality, Chanel from 939 MIA and MEGA 949, will host the SWAN extravaganza. Between DUCK Tape Wine, Santos Sangria, smooth music by the featured DJ, outstanding visual and performance art by some of South Florida’s up and coming super star women artists, SWAN Day 2013 Miami will surely be another award-winning event.

SWAN Goddess 2013 by Nadyia Duff

ABOUT

Featured Artists & Production Team pictures and biographies available on www.spokensoulfestival.com

WomenArts a non-profit arts service organization dedicated to helping women artists all over the world www.womenarts.org

Fractured Atlas is a non-profit organization that serves a national community of artists and arts organizations. www.fracturedatlas.org

DUCK Tape Wine: For when you need something to hold you together. www.premiumblend.com

Gibson www.gibson.com

Great Egg Safari at Zoo Miami 3/30/13-3/31/13

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Great Egg Safari at Zoo Miami
Saturday, 03/30/2013, 11:00 am – 04:00 pm
eggsafarilogoZoo Miami
12400 SW 152 Street,
Miami, Florida 33177
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Join us at our annual Great Egg Safari on Saturday and Sunday, March 30 and 31, from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. It’s a magical day at Zoo Miami with continuous egg safaris, fun activities, the Easter Bunny and more for kids 12 and under. Our animals will also get special treats in honor of the holiday.

InSense Miami Monthly Networking Event at Chima 3/20/13

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InSense Miami Monthly Networking Event at Chima
Sunday, 03/20/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Chima Steakhouse
2400 East Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
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Located on the trendy Las Olas Boulevard, Chima offers a great place for opportunities to connect a touch of exclusivity. Please join us on March 20th from 6pm-8pm in the VIP indoor lounge.

Enjoy complimentary appetizers:

Brazilian Sausage

Chicken wrapped in Bacon

Artichoke Puff Pastries

Mozzarella and Caprese Skewers

Beef Croquettes

Cheesebread

And enjoy 1 complimentary welcome drink of either beer, house wine and well drinks including Mojitos, capirinhas.

We will have Happy Hour pricing 50% off select drinks. (Beer, House Wine and well drinks)

Those that choose to dine will receive 20% off our regular price. $39.50 per instead of $49.50.

Thank you again and we look forward to seeing you.

Make sure to RSVP! $5 holds your spot, $10 at the door.

http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=6fqlzxdab&oeidk=a07e75zxgoob15f641f

Orphaned Starfish Foundation Celebrates First Annual Gala 03/15/13

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Orphaned Starfish Foundation Celebrates First Annual Gala
Friday, 03/15/2013, 08:00 pm –
eviteEpic Hotel
270 Biscayne Boulevard Way ,
Miami, Florida 33131
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The Orphaned Starfish Foundation (OSF), an internationally-recognized nonprofit organization that provides computer vocational training for orphans and disadvantaged children throughout the developing world, will celebrate its 12th anniversary on Friday, March 15th, with its first Annual Miami Fundraising Gala at the Epic Hotel in downtown Miami.

This is the New York City-based Foundation’s first fundraising event in Florida and it will honor
orphaned, impoverished and disadvantaged children throughout the world. Two, young HIV-positive girls from the OSF program in Cali, Colombia are being flown in as guest honorees.

The evening begins at 8 p.m. with celebrity red carpet arrivals, passed hors d’oeuvres, open bar and a silent auction followed up a three-course dinner, live auction and musical performance.

“Scrubs” Judy Reyes will preside as the mistress of ceremonies and live entertainment will be provided by Grammy nominated Cuban-American singer, song writer and actress Cucu Diamantes accompanied by a 10-piece band.

More than 200 VIP guests are expected to attend including Nicolas Felizola (Fashion Designer), Greg Buttle (NY Jets Legend), Quique Usales (Stylist/Reporter, Telemundo), Natalia Zea (Reporter, CBS4), Robert Manrique (Actor, Model) and more in support of OSF.

“This has been a very exciting year for the Orphaned Starfish Foundation and I am humbled by the amount of support we are receiving from our friends in South Florida,” said Andrew Stein, Chairman of the Orphaned Starfish Foundation. “The upcoming celebrity-studded fundraising gala will move the Foundation to a whole new level and enable us to improve the lives of even more children around the world.”

The Gala is sponsored by Audi, E Tech and Makar Properties, among others.

In years past, noted individuals from the world of entertainment and sports were on-hand to join in the celebration, including: Christian Campbell (Actor), Adam Brody (Actor), Wolfgang and Gelila Puck (Restaurateurs and Philanthropists), Mariano Rivera (Major League Baseball Pitcher, NY Yankees), Plaxico Burress (Wide Receiver, NY Jets), Harry Carson (Hall of Fame Linebacker, NY

Giants), Alex McCord and Simon Van Kempen (Real Housewives of NY), Pras Michel (Musician and Activist, The Fugees), Darryl “DMC” McDaniels (Musician, Run DMC), America Olivo (Actress), Danielle Doty (Miss Teen USA 2011), Leila Lopes (Miss Universe 2011), Dayana Mendosa (Miss Universe 2010), Kamie Crawford (Miss Teen USA 2010), Justine Pasek (Miss Universe 2002), Denise Quiñones (Miss Universe 2001), Susan Miller (Playwright), Lynda Lopez (News Anchor, WCBS Radio) , Stephen Schwartz (Writer and Composer), among others.

Tickets can be purchased at http://www.orphanedstarfish.org/our-gala/.

David Penn, Abel Ramos, Roland Clark, David Jones, Jon Van Dee | Lost @ WMC 2013 3/22/13

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David Penn, Abel Ramos, Roland Clark, David Jones, Jon Van Dee | Lost @ WMC 2013
Sunday, 03/22/2013, 08:00 am – 06:00 am
3e930eba-966c-4a5f-b12a-36743f46a4961RUSH MIAMI
1439 Washington Ave,
miami Beach, Florida 33139
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Use Discount Code “RICKWMC” To Save $ On Ticket Purchase

Beatfusion & Miami Never Sleep present: Lost @ WMC 2013

Beatfusion Records & Miami Never Sleeps, celebrate 1st Year with a special event at Rush Nightclub. Experience 2 unique levels with 2 distinct rooms of House Grooves & Fused Beats. Featuring a blend of the finest global & local talent with live musicians. Come and join us as we celebrate this year together with two of the most distinguished iberican sound ambassadors David Penn & Abel Ramos along the legendary House Music producer, songwriter & vocalist Roland Clark. To complement this lineup we will have a very special 2 hours set from David Jones, Beatport’s 2012 Best Remixer. A showcase of Beatfusion Records by DJ/Producer/Label Owner, Jon Van Dee alongside a live performance by Bodine Koehler. Live percussionists thru the night by Daryl De Hoyos and Esteban Camacho. Supported by a fresh lineup including local favorites SANMIGUEL (Beatfusion), Umber Bandi-Ville, Cales & Mr. Hyde, Willy Gee, DJ Rey Rodriguez, Jarell Santiago, Renn Matos, Fabio Domo, DJ Kappa along Beatfusion talents Deleon & Torres, Bastian D, IamLopez and many more.

Rush Miami
1439 Washington Ave. Miami Beach

Advance tickets will be available @ wantikets.com for $25.

This is an Official Winter Music Conference event, free admission for WMC 2013 badge holders.

Lineup:

David Penn (Urbana Recordings / Talento Dj Agency / Bond Music)
www.soundcloud.com/davidpenn

Abel Ramos (Whit Love Music)
www.soundcloud.com/abelramos

David Jones (Starlight / Spinnin Records)
www.soundcloud.com/davidjonesdj

Roland Clark (Delete Global Records / Stricly Rhythm)
www.soundcloud.com/djrolandclark

Jon Van Dee (Beatfusion Records / Inhouse)
www.soundcloud.com/jonvandee

SANMIGUEL (Beatfusion Records / Inhouse)

Juan Martin (Blanco Y Negro / One Records)

More talent:

Willy Gee
Gruvseekeers
Umber Bandi-ville
DJ Rey Rodriguez
Cales and Mr Hyde
Fabio Domo
Bastian D
IamLopez
Jarell Santiago
Renn Mateos
Dj Kappa

Preforming Live: Bodine Koehler

Percussion set by:Daryl de Hoyos & Esteban Camacho

Bâoli Miami Music Conference 3/15/13

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Bâoli Miami Music Conference
Friday, 03/15/2013, 08:00 pm – 04:00 am
WMC-1Bâoli
1906 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach , Florida 33139
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Bâoli Miami Music Conference 2013 Lineup

3/15 DJ Nico de Andrea
3/18 DJ Michel Cleis
3/20 DJ Mitch LJ & DJ Tito
3/21 Jazzy Jeff & MC Mad Skill, Peven Everett, Danny Krivit, DJ Stacy Kidd, Hallex M & Mr V & GY & Barbara Tucker
3/22 DJ Jean Claude & DJ Nadav Vee
3/23 DJ Seth Troxler

Toca Tuesday WMC Edition 3/19/13

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Toca Tuesday WMC Edition
Tuesday, 03/19/2013, 09:00 pm – 05:00 am
734518_244008565736178_481635158_nCHALK LOUNGE
1234 WASHINGTON AVENUE,
MIAMI, Florida 33139
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Tony Touch aka Tony Toca is easily the most recognizable DJ in Hip-Hop worldwide. With a tour career spanning 30 countries, a discography of mixtapes in the hundreds, and a list of tv/radio cameos just as long, Tony Touch is the main show for the legendary TOCA TUESDAYS at Sutra in New York. The 3-year long running party has created a consistent buzz with New Yorkers and tourists alike and shows no signs of stopping. Powered by weekly rap heavy hitters freestyling live for Mr. Toca and Shade45 Sirius Radio, it is a hot spot for all urban music enthusiasts.

Salted Music WMC 2013 3/22/13

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Salted Music WMC 2013
Friday, 03/22/2013, 09:00 pm – 05:00 am
saltedWMC-get-attachment.aspxCHALK LOUNGE
1234 WASHINGTON AVENUE,
MIAMI, Florida 33139
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In 2004, Miguel Migs started his own Salted Music imprint. No stranger to independent and major labels, the founding of Salted Music was a more personal venture. The idea behind Salted is for Miguel to have a creative outlet for releasing forward thinking; soul based electronic music that is not limited in tempo. Not just instituted for Migs’ own creations, Salted is a vehicle for upcoming and well-known artists who come across his path and catch his ear. With a clear, and fresh, approach to new music it is easy to understand the exponential growth of the Salted Music brand of parties and music label.

DMC DJ battle 3/19/13

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DMC DJ battle
Tuesday, 03/19/2013, 05:00 pm – 09:00 pm
DMC-BACKCHALK LOUNGE
1234 WASHINGTON AVENUE,
MIAMI, Florida 33139
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The DMC DJ Battles are the longest running, most prestigious DJ Battles in the world, celebrating a 30 years of mixing this March. From DMC battles, legends are made and as such, being a DMC World or National Champion continues to be one of the most sought after titles for turntablists worldwide! FOR WMC at Chalk Lounge it will be a DMC classic solo “showcase style” DJ battle. DJs will each perform a 2 minute routine for the elimination round. Judges will select the top 6 to advance to the final round. The top 6 will each perform a 6 minute routine. The champion of this DMC regional will advance to the 2013 DMC US Finals in New York City on Aug. 3rd at Stage 48 605 W 48th St
(between 11th & 12th) Hells Kitchen NYC 10036

Free Bass Volume 2 3/23/13

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Free Bass Volume 2
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 09:00 pm – 05:00 pm
549453_242248272578874_225793070_nCHALK LOUNGE
1234 WASHINGTON AVENUE,
MIAMI, Florida 33139
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Rising to worldwide prominence out of the fertile Orlando Florida electronic music scene, Icey cut his teeth at the legendary EDGE nightclub, and even persuaded The Chemical Brothers to play their first show Stateside there.
Playing 100+ gigs per year, Icey is a touring maniac. But that doesn’t keep him out of the studio during the week working on new tracks for his indie imprint, Zone Records. He is constantly trying to push the envelope to make his fans sweat on the dance floor. Icey’s live DJ shows are legendary and always include massive amounts of originals, remixes and re-rubs that are exclusive to his sets. For this very reason fans flock to his performances knowing that they will hear their favorite break tracks re-worked in a new Icey way.

Annual Easter Brunch at Essensia Restaurant 3/31/13

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Annual Easter Brunch at Essensia Restaurant
Sunday, 03/31/2013, 11:30 am – 03:00 pm
Essensia-Terrace-BlogEssensia Restaurant
The Palms Hotel & Spa, 3025 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
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South Florida families are invited to Essensia’s annual Easter Brunch on Sunday, March 31, 2013. Signature Chef Julie Frans and her culinary team crafted a scrumptious smorgasbord of specialty dishes and traditional favorites for $49++ per person and $19++ for kids 10 and under. Exceptional indoor and outdoor seating surrounded by The Palms’ tropical gardens is the perfect Sunday brunch locale.

Easter Brunch highlights include a carving station featuring Ginger and Fennel Rubbed Roasted Pork Loin served with Homemade Apple Sauce and Burgundy Marinated Tri Tip served with Horseradish Crème Fraîche as well as Grilled Mahi Mahi with Tropical Fruit Salsa; Traditional Chicken Pot Pie; Baked Lobster Mac N Cheese; and a Sausage and Roasted Red Pepper Frittata with Goat Cheese Parmesan Smashed Yukon Potatoes and Apple Wood Smoked Bacon. Seasonal salads on the brunch menu include Spring Quinoa Salad featuring Charred Corn, Cherry Tomato, Grilled Zucchini, Fresh Dill, Basil and Mint; Kale Caesar Salad featuring Organic Kale, Aged Parmesan, Herb Croutons, and Caesar Vinaigrette; Romaine Salad featuring Fresh Strawberries, Roquefort, Spiced Pecans, and Basil-Apple Balsamic Vinaigrette; and a special Farm Feta Grilled and Roasted Spring Vegetable Platter featuring Brussels Sprouts, Eggplant, Peppers, Asparagus, Zucchini and Green Beans. In addition, brunch will offer Tomato Gazpacho with Poached Shrimp; Deviled Eggs with Smoked Trout and Salmon Roe; Smoked Salmon Tea Sandwiches with Dill Cream Cheese, Cucumber, and Homemade Sunflower Rye Bread; Seasonal Fruits and Gourmet Chesses; Homemade Sweet and Savory Breads; Made-to-order Waffles and Omelets. Rounding out the brunch experience is a selection of delectable desserts including German Chocolate, Lemon Bars, Mini Crème Brulée, Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, and Dulce de Leche Cheesecake.

Easter Brunch at Essensia Restaurant is $49.00++ per person and $19.00++ for kids 10 and under (not including tax and gratuity). Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made by calling 305.908.5458 or online at www.essensiarestaurant.com.

WHEN: Sunday, March 31, 2013, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

WHERE: Essensia Restaurant & Lounge
3025 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140

Essensia Restaurant follows a farm-to-table philosophy, offering a seasonal selection of wholesome global cuisine with emphasis on premium local and sustainable ingredients. Working with local farmers and carefully selected purveyors, Essensia’s menu features healthful and flavorful dishes made with produce, meats and seafood primarily sourced from within the State of Florida. Essensia’s exclusive wine list is committed to being sustainable, organic or biodynamic and has been selected for sharing Essensia’s mission to be good for you and the environment. For restaurant reservations, please call 305.908.5458 or visit www.essensiarestaurant.com.

Miss Miami Lakes USA Pageant 3/24/13

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Miss Miami Lakes USA Pageant
Sunday, 03/24/2013, 05:00 pm – 07:00 pm
web-coverDon Shula’s Hotel
6842 Main St,
miami, Florida 33014
Webpage Link

The annual Miss Miami Lakes USA Pageant will be held March 24, 2013 at 5 PM at the Don Shula’s Hotel main ballroom in Miami Lakes. All Florida residents are welcome to inquire more info about becoming a contestant or purchase a ticket to come see our amazing show.

We are looking for elegant young ladies aged 14 to 26 years old who are well spoken, have great style, and want to make a difference in their community. We will have both a Teen and Miss division. Winners of the crown will receive the title and prizes, but also they will have a chance to compete live on television on local ABC for the titles of Miss Florida USA and Miss Florida Teen USA. Teen contestants have a chance to win 40 thousand dollar scholarship.

Contestants in our pageant will be judged in Interview, Fitness Swimwear, and Formal Evening Wear. There is no talent portion and no private interview, but we are looking for up and coming role models who have great communication skills. For potential contestants new to pageantry, we will a hold a workshop the week before the pageant to go over all necessary details in preparation of the pageant. The delegates are responsible for a solid color bikini and long formal gown of their choice.

We will also be awarding a Miss Photogenic, Miss Amity, and Miss People’s Choice.

My Miss Miami Lakes USA pageant will be held March 24, 2013 at the Don Shula’s Hotel in Main Street.
http://www.donshulahotel.com/

Kay’s Art of Millinery Workshop 3/13/13

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Kay’s Art of Millinery Workshop
Wednesday, 03/06/2013, 08:00 am – 03:00 pm
KAYARTISTS AT THE FALLS Studio
12974 S.W. 89th Ave,
MIAMI, Florida 33176
More Info Link

Kay Durden the hat making art instructor is offering 50% OFF her Art of Millinery Workshop
to students who register through Artists at the Falls! This is a wonderful and one-of-a-kind workshop at a great price with ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED.
1-DAY WORKSHOPS THIS Weds or Thurs 8am-3pm $125-$150 reg. price SALE $62.50-$75
3-DAY WORKSHOP THIS FRI-SUN $400 reg. price SALE $200

Check out her website http://www.kaysartofmillinerycalifstyle.com/class-discription.html

Mention “artists” for 50% OFF DEAL!
RSVP AT thefallsart@aol.com or 305-278-2690

Photographs from the Design Your Own Big One Competition by Mr Q 305

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Judging is not easy… I was invited to participate in the judging of the “Design your own Big Oneâ„¢ Competition” at the Grand Opening Block Party of the newly enhanced Sgt. Peppers Subs in Palmetto Bay. The food was great but picking a winner was tough.

Sgt. Peppers Subs is known for great, delicious subs, sandwiches, salads etc. served in a café-style environment, they also offer wine, beer and free wi-fi to boot.

The panel consisted of four judges: The honorable Shelly Stanczyk, Mayor of the City of Palmetto Bay, Sef Gonzalez from the Burger Beast, Alex Peña, owner of Steve’s Pizza and myself.

Three sandwiches made the final elimination round: Havana Pork, Beef Asiago and Fresa Strawberry. All were excellent sandwiches. The Asiago Beef won the top honors although Sef and I both agreed that the Fresa Strawberry had tremendous potential (I would’ve never dreamed of putting strawberries and avocados in a sandwich format, adding goat cheese to the mix gave it that extra notch which was totally unexpected…outstanding!).

As part of the winning entry prize the Beef Asiago sub will be added to the Sgt. Peppers Subs menu and will remain in it for a year.

This party was the perfect way to spend a beautiful Miami afternoon in a great family friendly event which had entertainment for everyone.

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Photographs of Sprung! Spring Beer Festival 3/9/2013

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Beer festivals are a lot like open-minded college girls & South Beach guys — they can go either way. Sometimes they blow (as did a recent local beer festival that shall remain nameless) – or as is the case with, Sprung! Spring Beer Festival, they can kick major ass. This past Saturday, March 9th Coconut Grove’s Peacock Park hosted 150 spring and summer craft beers from well-known, talented breweries like Sierra Nevada, Brooklyn Brewery, Kona, Magic Hat, Shiner, Shipyard and many more. We love to support small businesses as well as people doing what they are truly passionate about. That is why we were very pleased to see Sprung! supporting the very impressive local craft beer movement here in South Florida. Continue reading “Photographs of Sprung! Spring Beer Festival 3/9/2013” →

The Electric Pickle Pop-up with Aquabooty Miami, Red Bull Music Academy + Smoke n’ Mirrors 3/23/13

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The Electric Pickle Pop-up with Aquabooty Miami, Red Bull Music Academy + Smoke n’ Mirrors
EP_SM_webSaturday March 23rd, Doors 9pm – 6am
Wynwood Warehouse Project @ SOHO Studios_Pavilion
2151 NW 1st Ct
Wynwood Arts Disrtict
Miami FL, 33127   
Advance presales are highly recommended  

The Electric Pickle Pop-up, joins forces with, Aquabooty Miami, Red Bull Music Academy + Smoke n’ Mirrors
bringing Miami WMC week some serious underground heat!

Our merry band of misfits will be taking over the Pavilion and adjacent outdoor area @ Soho Studios, in Miami’s Wynwood Arts District… creating a totally custom nightlife experience.

Featuring 2 state of the art sound stages for your disckoid dancing pleasure, accompanied by custom lighting, video installations and bone shaking hi-end sound. With special live performances alongside exclusive sets from some of this worlds top DJs traversing the edge of the dance music underground. Expect an epic journey of emotional and musical uproar + some very special surprises along the way.

Free Salsa/Bachata Class and Party Thursdays 3/14/13

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Free Salsa/Bachata Class and Party Thursdays 3/14/13
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 09:00 pm – 02:00 am
MOCA-MAYHEM1Moca Cafe and Lounge!
738 NE 125th Street ,
N. Miami, Florida 33161
Webpage Link

Free Salsa Class and Bachata Party Thursdays!

negro fino productions and the salsa-bachata mayhem crew welcomes you come and enjoy yourselves…

we are also very proud to present our very own dj puerto rican pete at moca he will be spinning the best of salsa, merengue, mambo, chacha, and much much more

that’s not all we also have from casa salsa and bongo’s/ hard rock casino & palladium…

guest dj with dj harvey wow it’s gonna be a great night

and…
dominic melendez from d’vice latin dance studio will be teaching bachata this thursday
free beginner salsa casino class at 9pm-10pm sharp
and free kizomba class with tatiana habanova we caught the kizomba fever it’s simply contagious

ladies no cover…until 11pm $5 after 11pm-3am.
gentlemen: $5 cover.

fyi: we will be having live performances as well with special guests so stay tune and be in the know

drink specials
4 beer bucket specials $20
2-4-1 well drinks $8 ( so do the math: $4 per drink best deal in town)
until 11pm kitchen will be open

-brought to you by negrofino and i approve this message ;)

the salsa/ bachata mahem continues :) this thursday

free parking in the rear in front of downtown north miami police station ;)

1love 1soul 1passion salsa bachata kizomba samba

Gelan Lambert of Fela Meet and Greet 3/21/13

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Gelan Lambert of Fela Meet and Greet
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 05:00 pm – 07:00 pm
CommunityWorkshopGelanLittle Haiti Cultural Center
212 NE 59th Terrace,
Miami Gardens, Florida 33137
Webpage Link

Join Miami’s very own Gelan Lambert of Fela at a meet and greet at the Little Haiti Cultural Center. Learn how his Miami Haitian Roots motivates him to work hard to share the story of Fela Kuti’s struggles through dance and music.

Gelan will also conduct a free community Contemporary Afro-Fusion on March 25th at 7pm.

Desolatismus On A Boat Featuring Loco Dice 3/23/13

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Desolatismus On A Boat Featuring Loco Dice
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 03:30 pm – 09:00 pm
Desolatismus-Boat-A1-RZ.inddLady Windridge Yacht
Dock Located at 4833 Collins Avenue (Across from The Miami Beach Resort and Spa),
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Facebook Link

Saturday March 23rd, 2013

“Desolatismus On A Boat”

featuring
Loco Dice
Martin Buttrich . Tini . Guti
Robert Dietz . Yaya
Livio and Roby

Join us for this very exclusive musical experience aboard
The Lady Windridge
Complimentary Bar . 5-Star Catering

Check-In: 3:30 PM
Board: 4:30 PM
Sail: 5:00 PM
Return: 9:00 PM

Tickets Available At: www.wantickets.com/vagabond

Keep It Deep WMC Closing Party Vol II 3/24/13

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“Keep It Deep” WMC Closing Party Vol.II
Sunday, 03/24/2013, 09:00 pm – 05:00 am
KEEPITDEEP2013C-Level Rooftop Terrace at The Clevelander Hotel
1020 Ocean Drive (6th Floor),
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Facebook Link

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Join us at C-Level, where the Ocean Meets the Sky, as we Celebrate the close of WMC 2013 on the Afro, Deep, Soulful & Underground Tip with an All-Star DJ

Lineup from Around the World.
Ben Del Sol (Miami/Oceans Deep)
Helen Ting (Hong Kong/Mo Bar/Ozone)
Denz Devarez (Netherlands/QH Radio/ Hoja/Are You Afro)
Dj Cuba (NYC/Ritmo Y Tumbao)
Max Pela (Boston/Afrobeta Bodega/Uhuru Afrika/Are You Afro)
Benji Candelario (NYC/Transitori Music)
George Vidal (Miami/Candela/For Artists By Artists)

Please RSVP to keepitdeep2013@gmail.com

C-Level Rooftop Terrace at The Clevelander Hotel

Kaskade at LIV 3/22/13

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Kaskade at Liv! Tables only! Read for info!
Sunday, 03/22/2013, 10:00 am – 05:00 am
Kaskade-wmc-editLiv
4441 Collins Ave ,
Miami Beach , Florida 33139
Webpage Link

KASKADE At Liv!

Table Minimums are as follows

$3000 ++

6 per table (mixed ratio)

Contact Rick C at 786 303 2787 or 786 273 7401

For info and to book a table reservation

‘We’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat’ with Tenaglia, Digweed and Wink 3/21/13

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‘We’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat’ with Tenaglia, Digweed and Wink
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 03:30 pm – 09:00 pm
bigger-boat-for-webLady Windridge Yacht
Dock Located at 4833 Collins Avenue (Across from The Miami Beach Resort and Spa),
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Facebook Link

The 1st Ever

We’re Gonna Need A Bigger Boat
featuring
John Digweed . Danny Tenaglia . Josh Wink

An Unforgettable Musical Experience
aboard the exquisite
Lady Windridge
Full Complimentary Bar
5-Star Catering

Dock Located at 4833 Collins Avenue
(Across from The Miami Beach Resort and Spa)

Check-In 3:30 Pm
Board 4:30 Pm
Sail 5:00 Pm
Return 9:00 Pm

Advanced Tickets Available At: http://www.wantickets.com/vagabond

Produced By:
Creations PMG . Bedrock . The Vagabond

Brain Fair 3/23/13

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Brain Fair
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 10:00 am – 04:00 pm
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link

The Brain Fair is a free educational event sponsored by the University of Miami at the Miami Science Museum. The Brain Fair is designed to teach children and their parents about how the brain and spinal cord functions. The children will get to participate in hands-on learning activities such as building a neuron from clay, dissecting and holding a real brain, playing with visual illusions and finding out if they are “super tasters.” Additional fun activities will include face painting and puppet shows about how the brain works. Free bike helmets will be given away and free bike helmet fittings will be available. There will also be lectures for adults given by University of Miami neuroscientists on topics such as which apps are best for kids to learn, signs of autism, and the best food choices for kids to eat to help their brains grow.
Cost: Free

DNA Day 4/21/13

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DNA Day
Sunday, 04/21/2013, 10:00 am – 05:00 pm
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link

The University of Miami and the Miami Science Museum have teamed up to bring you another exciting day of hands-on activities. Ever wonder what DNA is and what it looks like? What are genetic traits? How does DNA help solve crimes? Find out the fun way at DNA day!
Cost: Free with paid museum admission
Museum Admission: Adults: $14.95 Seniors(62+):10.95 Students w/ID & Children 3-12: $10.95 Children 2 & under: Free

Fabulous First Friday 4/12/13

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Fabulous First Friday
Friday, 04/12/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link

Join us for an evening of laser lights, stars, and more. Free Planetarium Star Show (7 p.m.) and rooftop observatory viewing (8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m., weather permitting.)

Later in the evening, check out Miami Science Museum’s famous Laser Shows in the Planetarium.
Laser Show admission: $4.00 per child, $8.00 per adult

Check out our Activity Room for kids, a fun alternative for your little ones! Swing by the Space Gallery for a few hands-on activities and demonstrations! Kids ages 3 and up. (8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.)

Science Eggstravaganza 3/19/13

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Science Eggstravaganza
Sunday, 03/31/2013, 10:00 am – 05:00 pm
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue,
miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link

Ready for some Eggcellent Eggsperiments and an Eggciting Egg Hunt? Then join us for a day of spectacular science fun at the Miami Science Museum! There will be a total of five eggs containing golden tickets up for grab throughout the day –find one to win an exciting grab bag from the Museum Store.
Cost: Free with paid museum admission
Museum Admission: Adults: $14.95 Seniors(62+):10.95 Students w/ID & Children 3-12: $10.95 Children 2 & under: Free

Marine Mania Spring Camp 3/25/13

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Marine Mania Spring Camp
Monday, 03/25/2013, 09:00 am – 03:30 pm
Miami Science Museum
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link

Do you love the ocean? So do we! Join us this Spring Break to learn why the ocean is so special. Using our Sea Lab and Wildlife Center as backdrops, campers will learn about ocean habitats (like mangroves, seagrass and corals), common and bizarre marine organisms, and the roles we can play to help conserve and protect these incredible and wet natural resources.

Monday, March 25th: Coastal Treasures
Tuesday, March 26th: Reef Relief
Wednesday, March 27th: Slippery, Slimy, and Spineless
Thursday, March 28th: Secrets of the Deep

Friday, March 29th: Shark Bait

For Children in grades Pre-K to Fifth.

Cost: $45 for members; $55 for non-members
$200 (Members)/ $250 (Non-members) for a full week
Before Care (7:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.) $5 per camper
After Care (3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.) $12 per camper

Brian Lynch Presents Serious Multi Jazz Jam Sessions 3/18/13

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Brian Lynch Presents Serious Multi Jazz Jam Sessions
Sunday, 03/18/2013, 08:00 pm – 11:30 pm
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

The Brian Lynch Afro-Caribbean Jazz Artist Ensemble, conducted by Grammy Award winning trumpeter and Frost School of Music professor Brian Lynch, performs original compositions and new arrangements of modern jazz repertory in the exciting and propulsive idiom known as Latin Jazz. Professor Lynch directs his hand picked ensemble of talented young musicians and performs with them as his own group.

Among his many achievements, Brian Lynch has long been known as a great conductor of the jazz jam session. As a member of the house band at the legendary Star Cafe sessions in the New York City of the early 1980s, with Junior Cook and Harold White, and as bandleader of the late night jams at the NY Blue Note in the 1990s, Lynch absorbed the philosophy and practice of the session at its highest level. Now he brings his knowledge and love of the form to Miami and PAX.

Practitioners of all genres from traditional to contemporary, from straight ahead to Afro-Cuban and world music, will be encouraged to participate and cross pollinate, young students and established artists alike. Standards will be kept high and protocol will be firmly in place to encourage the best musical result for players and listeners in the unique and informal atmosphere of PAX!

Fania Records Presents Elements Of Life Eclipse Release Party 3/19/13

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Fania Records Presents Elements Of Life Eclipse Release Party
Tuesday, 03/19/2013, 08:00 pm – 01:00 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Fania Records announced today the release of Elements Of Life ‘Eclipse,’ a 2-disc album from Louie Vega’s critically acclaimed live orchestral project. The album is set for a worldwide release date of March 19, 2013, and is the first new artist album Fania is releasing in years. The first disc showcases 17 brand new tracks from Elements Of Life that tastefully traverse the sounds of Afrobeat, Jazz, Latin, R&B, Gospel, Soul, Blues, Brazilian and World Music all woven with the golden touch of Grammy Award winning Producer/Artist/DJ Louie Vega. The second disc includes “EOL Soulfrito” an homage to Fania Records through interpretations and remixes of classic Fania songs performed by the Elements Of Life in a 33-minute sound collage as well as six more bonus tracks. Louie Vega connected with the legendary Fania Records after doing the smash club remix of his uncle Hector Lavoe’s “Mi Gente” track back in 2008. Louie elaborates, “At that time I started working on my new Elements Of Life album. Fania was already aware of my previous E.O.L. albums and when they got wind, they wanted to hear it. Once they heard it, they were very interested in signing it. I was in awe of the idea. Things really would go full cycle being on Fania Records.”

Savor A ‘Taste Of The Chamber’ at Annual Business Expo 3/14/13

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Savor A ‘Taste Of The Chamber’ at Annual Business Expo
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 05:30 pm – 08:00 pm
taste-of-the-chamber-evite-ticketsThe Westin Colonnade Coral Gables
180 Aragon Ave,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Are you a fan of signature spirits by Bacardi? Ever pleased your palate at Cibo Wine Bar? Shopped for bling at Montica Jewelry? Then, come experience the ultimate business expo and foodie event in Coral Gables and take advantage of a key opportunity to network and establish connections.

The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce con­tinues to support small and medium enterprises by hosting our annual Business Expo. This year’s expo –‘Taste of the Chamber’ – will take place on Thursday, March 14 at 5:30 PM in the Rotunda at the Westin Colonnade Coral Gables Hotel.

This table top expo is designed so participants can reach a captive audience of hundreds of po­tential customers and generate brand awareness of their business. It’s also a venue where busi­nesses can differentiate their company from the competition by proving company strength and stability to current and future customers.

Guests are encouraged to sign up and learn about the many business opportunities and services that are available in the Coral Gables community, while enjoying food and libations from our local restaurants as they peruse nearly 50 different exhibits showcasing local companies. The cost of the business expo is $20 for Chamber Members; $30 for Non-Members. Sponsors include Credomatic Merchant Services, Logistical Outsourcing LLC, Bacardi, Intermedia Touch and Miami Today. For more details, call 305-446-1657 or visit www.coralgableschamber.org.

Swurve Tuesdays 3/12/13

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SWURVE Tuesdays
Tuesday, 03/12/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
swurve_generic1Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

SWURVE – every Tuesday night at Blackbird Ordinary. Sounds by DJ Sharpsound & Louie Arson & hosted by Bernz & Wrekonize of ¡Mayday! $7 shot of Jack + Highlife. Enjoy Chef Robert’s award-winning jerk chicken and BBQ! Doors stay open till 5AM. 21+, no cover!

Masters At Work At Sea with Louie Vega and Kenny Dope 3/20/13

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Masters At Work At Sea with Louie Vega and Kenny Dope
MAWatSea3-20-13-Turqouis-with-Tix-Info-12Wednesday, 03/20/2013, 03:30 pm – 09:00 pm
Dock Located at 4833 Collins Avenue (Across from The Miami Beach Resort and Spa)
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Facebook Link

Their name says it all – Masters At Work.

For over 20 years “Little Louie” Vega and Kenny “Dope” Gonzalez have pioneered a journey through house – defiantly melding elements of hip-hop, disco, jazz and funk to amass an overwhelming body of dynamic and universally celebrated work. In the process, the two native New Yorkers have established themselves as iconoclastic producers, remixers and musical visionaries, purveying a sound and rhythm that has moved dance music enthusiasts across the globe.

On Wednesday, March 20, 2013 set sail with the Masters at Work aboard the exquisite Lady Windridge Yacht in Miami for what is sure to be one of the most exclusive gatherings of the Winter Music Conference. Set aboard a luxury yacht, the first ever ‘Masters At Work at Sea’ will cruise along spectacular Miami Beach waterways from 5pm – 9pm and feature a complimentary bar and 5-star catering. Join us for an unforgettable musical experience curated by Louie Vega and Kenny Dope, and co-produced by Carmel Ophir (The Vagabond, Creations) against the backdrop of a majestic Miami sunset.

Check in begins at 3:30pm with boarding beginning promptly at 4:30pm. The yacht departs at 5:00pm – don’t let this ship set sail without you!

Dock Located at 4833 Collins Avenue
(Across from The Miami Beach Resort and Spa)

CHECK-IN 3:30 PM
BOARD 4:30 PM
SAIL 5:00 PM
RETURN 9:00 PM

Produced By:
Creations PMG . MAW . The Vagabond

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Buy your tickets today:
http://vagabond.wantickets.com/

Masters at Work:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Masters-At-Work/116860801752942

Little Louie Vega:
https://www.facebook.com/LittleLouieVega

Kenny Dope:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kenny-Dope/36766184214

The Urge 3/8/13

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The Urge
Friday, 03/08/2013, 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

The URGE is a rock cover band formed in 1996. After years of covering a broad range of classic rock, the band now covers newer, more recent rock artists including, but not limited to, Nickelback, Foo Fighters, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Stone Temple Pilots, Jet, Soundgarden and many, many more; what they like to call, “soon to be classic rock”. With hundreds of songs in their repertoire, the URGE is now focusing on a more guitar oriented, heavier and edgier rock that is more in line with today’s sound. The band provides musical entertainment for those who like to rock at all types of settings, including bar rooms, clubs of all sizes and private parties, as well as large outdoor venues such as Bayside and Taste of the Grove.

The four members of the URGE range in age from 37 to 46 and have over 100 years of combined experience playing out “live” in a variety of bands. They are not interested in “making it” in the music business (anymore!) as each of the members are dedicated to other full time careers (and families) in law, construction and computer technology; however, their love of music and “URGE” to perform keeps them together and committed to putting on a show that will keep you rockin’, rollin’ and dancin’ all night long.

Tango Lovers (Enamorados del Tango) from Rio de la Plata to South Florida! 4/14/13

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Tango Lovers (Enamorados del Tango) from Rio de la Plata to South Florida!
Sunday, 04/14/2013, 06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Enamorados-del-Tango-18x24-Poster-31 Olympia Heights Performing Arts Theater
20101 Lyons Road ,
Boca Raton, Florida 33434
Buy Tickets Link

TANGO LOVERS RETURNS TO THE US AT THE BEST BROADWAY STYLE
Tango, passion and sensuality return to the US with Tango Lovers(Enamorados del Tango) and Alfredo Lerida. Acclaimed as “The Best Tango Show in the city” by the press and media in Uruguay (“Ultimas Noticias”, Ma 2012), “A Tango Show at the highest level” (“Banda Oriental”, New York, Sep 2012) and qualifications such as “The Best Show ever”, Tango Lovers: Enamorados del Tango will be back on April in New York, Miami and now expanding to Palm Beach in Florida and San Francisco and Los Angeles in California. The ensemble of 20 artists will tour with the special participation of an extraordinary dancer, the Queen of Tango, Mora Godoy.
Tango Lovers (Enamorados del Tango) is a Tango show of the highest caliber and strives for excellence in the fields of artistic creativity and performance. The Broadway style production blends stunning dresses, lighting, music and introduces spectacular contemporary elements and classical tango dance in order reach diverse generations while preserving the essence of Tango.
For information please call (305) 300 2600
Tickets are now on sale at www.tangolovers.com
Performing at the new top notch theater:

Tango Lovers (Enamorados del Tango) from Rio de la Plata to South Florida! 4/19/13

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Tango Lovers (Enamorados del Tango) from Rio de la Plata to South Florida!
Friday, 04/19/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Enamorados-del-Tango-18x24-Poster-3Julius Litmann Theater
North Miami Beach ,
17011 NE 19th Avenue , Florida 33162
Buy Tickets Link

TANGO LOVERS RETURNS TO THE US AT THE BEST BROADWAY STYLE
Tango, passion and sensuality return to the US with Tango Lovers(Enamorados del Tango) and Alfredo Lerida. Acclaimed as “The Best Tango Show in the city” by the press and media in Uruguay (“Ultimas Noticias”, Ma 2012), “A Tango Show at the highest level” (“Banda Oriental”, New York, Sep 2012) and qualifications such as “The Best Show ever”, Tango Lovers: Enamorados del Tango will be back on April in New York, Miami and now expanding to Palm Beach in Florida and San Francisco and Los Angeles in California. The ensemble of 20 artists will tour with the special participation of an extraordinary dancer, the Queen of Tango, Mora Godoy.
Tango Lovers (Enamorados del Tango) is a Tango show of the highest caliber and strives for excellence in the fields of artistic creativity and performance. The Broadway style production blends stunning dresses, lighting, music and introduces spectacular contemporary elements and classical tango dance in order reach diverse generations while preserving the essence of Tango.
For information please call (305) 300 2600
Tickets are now on sale at www.tangolovers.com

Spam Allstars 3/9/13

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Spam Allstars
Saturday, 03/09/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

DJ Le Spam & Spam Allstars blend improvisational electronic elements and turntables with latin, funk, hip hop and dub to create what they call an electronic descarga. It’s not a known genre. It’s hard to describe. It attracts many types of people. But as they look out and see people dancing salsa, next to break-dancers, and festival-goers driving for hours to catch a show — they know something very special is going on.

Spam Allstars were formed by Andrew Yeomanson, a/k/a DJ Le Spam, who was raised in Toronto, Bogota and London, and has called Miami home since 1993. He got his start by playing guitar in Haitian band Lavalas, and recording and touring with Miami based artist Nil Lara. Along the way he added to his vinyl collection, and when off the road he would DJ locally. These DJ gigs evolved into collaborations with live musicians, performing on an internet radio show, recording in his home studio, and the first of many residencies combining his samplers & DJ skills with a live band.

In 2002, Spam Allstars began a weekly residency at Hoy Como Ayer in Little Havana, which continues today. In 2003 they started monthly residencies in New York City, Gainesville, Tampa, Atlanta, and New Orleans, and playing nationally wherever people would host them. Today they perform 200+ shows, and average 56,000 miles each year.

Decoding the Opposite Sex – Relationship Expert Panel & Mixer 3/9/13

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Decoding the Opposite Sex – Relationship Expert Panel & Mixer
Saturday, 03/09/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
m, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Ever wonder what makes members of the opposite sex think and act the way do when it comes to dating, relationships, and sex? Well, get ready to have your questions answered by a panel of relationship experts led by Heart’s Desire International who are known for their down-to-earth, at times controversial, and proven approach to making dating and relationships work!

The Panel event will be followed by a mixer with music and drinks, as well as a performance by Araka at 10:30 and Spam Allstars at about 11:30pm.

Luis Bofill 3/8/13

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Luis Bofill
Friday, 03/08/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

LUIS BOFILL cuban singer born in La Habana, Cuba. After graduating from the Conservatorio de Canto and the Universidad de La Habana, he launched his career in the late 70’s during the Mov. de la Nueva Trova as a member of the “Cuba Nueva” a group that played traditional Cuban music. In 1981 he won a prestigious award as a solo artist in “Todo el mundo canta” a national TV program that lead him to give performances in theatres, clubs, TV programs and tour the country. He then participated, and won, in many music and theatre festivals such as the “Enrique Mantici” song competition, the “Antonio Ma Romeu” popular music competition and the “Plaza Vieja” theatre festival.

Dade Legal Aid’s “Rock Your Heart Out” Fundraiser / Music Performance 3/10/13

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Dade Legal Aid’s “Rock Your Heart Out” Fundraiser / Music Performance
Sunday, 03/10/2013, 05:00 pm – 09:00 pm
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

“Rock your Heart Out” on Sunday, March 10th from 5-9 pm to support Dade Legal Aid’s 2013 fundraising kick off while enjoying some of the legal community’s most talented musicians as they channel their inner rock stars. Presented by Sabadell United Bank, the Second Annual Battle of the Legal Bands will be hosted by PAX (Performing Arts EXchange), located at 337 SW 8 Street, a hip live music venue voted 2012 Best Venue for Local Acts by the Miami New Times.

The bands from this American Idol- style competition will be judged by audience participation and a panel of judges, including three prominent members of the South Florida judiciary: Honorable Richard J. Suarez, Third District Court of Appeal of Florida, Honorable Stanford Blake and Honorable Carroll Kelly, both with the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida. Judge Suarez is a talented musician, and also brings to the table a graduate degree in music, while those who’ve appeared in Judge Blake’s courtroom are all too familiar with his keen wit and comedic timing. A former talent scout and a music lover, Judge Kelly will use those skills to evaluate each band’s musical accomplishments.

Tango Tuesdays 3/10/13

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Tango Tuesdays
Tuesday, 03/12/2013, 08:00 pm – 01:00 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Mariano & Chantal Presents;
Milonga Guacha
Get inspired discover the passion of Tango, explore the culture.
Tango Classes and Social Dance to follow every Tuesday.
All levels welcomed.
Intermediate Class 8pm
Beginners Class 9pm
Social Dance (Milonga) 10pm

Spill The Wine 3/15/13

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Spill The Wine
Friday, 03/15/2013, 08:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Spill the Wine means good times. Spill the Wine band is a Miami based rock group that blends rock with Latin, funk and R&B flavor.
Spill the Wine formed two years ago and has been playing venues and occasions such as The Bar, Black Point Marina, Fritz and Franz, The Titanic, and The Village Tavern.
Spill the Wine was named after the dreamy landscape song of Eric Burdon and War, and because at the initial rehearsals the band kept spilling their glasses of red wine after too much consumption.
The band has an extensive repertoire of original songs and cover songs arranged in Spill the Wine’s special style.

Super Sam 3/14/13

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Super Sam
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 09:00 pm – 01:00 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

SUPERSAM is comprised of the creative force of TANGO36, LITTLE ATLAS, all who have paved their own roads in the Miami and Latin American music scene. Releasing albums within the last 3 years with their respected projects, the members have found their new home in SUPERSAM. Having toured in the United States and South America collectively, the members have also been in the spotlight of MTV, mass media channels as well as countless magazine and newspaper articles.With intensive guitar arrangements and powerful lyrics sung in Spanish and english, SUPERSAM combines the best of both worlds – spanish rock with a British rock feel.

The band would like to thank Jose Martinez for being an integral part in the development of Supersam and his vocal performances in “Un Tiempo en Marte” and numerous live shows. Much love.

8th Annual Women’s International Film & Arts Festival 3/20/13

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8th Annual Women’s International Film & Arts Festival
Wednesday, 03/20/2013, 07:30 pm –
WIFF-Opening-NightKNIGHT CONCERT HALL
1300 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Join Jada Pinkett-Smith as she kicks off this year’s festival with a red carpet Florida premiere presentation of her documentary film “Free Angela Davis and All Political Prisoners”. It will be the only opportunity to see the film in a Florida theater as this film will only be playing in seven other select cities nationwide. This opening night screening with Jada Pinkett Smith is a rare treat!

Free Angela tells the dramatic story of how a young professor’s social justice activism implicates her in a botched kidnapping attempt that ends with a bloody shootout, four dead, and her name on the FBI’s 10 most-wanted list. In this historical vérité style documentary, marking the 40th anniversary of her acquittal on charges of murder, kidnapping, and conspiracy, Angela Davis recounts the politics and actions that branded her a terrorist and simultaneously spurred a worldwide movement for her freedom as a political prisoner.

Get your VIP tickets and join us for a private reception to the show! Proceeds from the event will benefit WIFF’s “Reel Girls: Real Women” media literacy and filmmaking program for girls-at-risk.

www.womensfilmfest.com
http://www.arshtcenter.org/tickets/calendar/view.aspx?id=13015&pid=13014

Black Violin 3/22/13

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Black Violin
Friday, 03/22/2013, 09:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
m, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

To most people, jazz, hip-hop, funk, and classical are musical genres. But to revolutionary music group Black Violin, they’re nothing but ingredients.

Combining a daunting array of musical styles and influences to produce a signature sound that is not quite maestro, not quite emcee, this group of two classically trained violinists and their DJ is redefining the music world-one string at a time. With influences ranging from Shostakovich and Bach to Nas and Jay-Z, Black Violin breaks all the rules, blending the classical with the modern to create something rare-a sound that nobody has ever heard, but that everybody wants to feel.

PALO 3/15/13

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PALO
Friday, 03/15/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
3,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

PALO! was formed in 2003 when Steve Roitstein invited fellow musicians Leslie Cartaya (vocals), Philbert Armenteros (vocals, percussion), Ed Calle (sax) and Raymer Olalde (vocals, percussion) to join him in an improvised musical experiment combining Cuban music with funk beats. PALO! immediately began a residency at Hoy como Ayer, one of the area’s best live music clubs. They soon started performing in many other area venues. PALO! has been featured at events such as Carnaval on the Mile, Art in the Park, the Amigos For Kids Charity, Miami Book Fair, Arsht Center Fall for the Arts, and the Miami Music Festival.

PALO! has performed for packed houses at New York’s legendary SOB’s, Ryles Jazz Club and Villa Victoria Center for the Arts in Boston, and the Chicago Folk and Roots Festival. The band often appears at venues throughout South Florida.

EL Freaky & Mr. Pauer Winter Music Session 3/23/13

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EL Freaky & Mr. Pauer Winter Music Session
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 10:00 pm – 02:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

PAX Miami welcomes for the second time in Miami, EL FREAKY, one of Colombia’s top DJ/VJ acts
On March 23rd, 2013, PAX will have a night dedicated to Latin Electronica!
The night offers a free event during Winter Music Conference thanks to PAX + Fabrikalink.com

Surrendered Single 1-Day Workshop Orientation Meeting 3/23/13

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Surrendered Single 1-Day Workshop Orientation Meeting
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 10:30 am – 01:30 pm
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

During this FREE orientation meeting, Twin Dating and Relationship Coaches, Michelle Roza and Gladys Diaz deliver compassionate, practical, and transformational advice that has empowered many single women to attract the romance, intimacy and marriages their hearts desired!

Experience some of the exercises and conversations we’ll be doing during the upcoming Surrendered Singles 1-Day Workshop, including how to:
*Stop hunting and start attracting the right man
*Ask men to ask you out so that you’re never without a date
*Become your best self and attract men at your level
*Enjoy the pleasure of being pursued
*Make every date fun

Shot In The Hand Jam ¡Suénalo! Spam Allstars ArtOfficial 3/24/13

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Shot In The Hand Jam ¡Suénalo! Spam Allstars ArtOfficial
Sunday, 03/24/2013, 04:00 pm – 09:00 pm
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

On New Years Eve, Ted Zimmerman was shot in the hand by a stray bullet on his front porch that left him with expensive medical bills and the inability to work for months.

Ted is a professional trumpet player in Miami. For the last four years he has also been a mentor with “GOGO” Guitars over Guns organization an after school music mentoring program sponsored by and in partnership with communities in schools of GOGO, CIS of Miami and Miami’s Best Bands and artists are teaming up to hold this benefit concert to raise money for the mentoring program GOGO, where all cash proceeds will be use to reimburse Ted’s medical expenses and loss of work.

Bands Donating their Art:
SUENALO!
ARTOFFICIAL
SPAM ALLSTARS

Every member of PAX will be donating their time
to read more on Ted’s story;
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/03/ted-zimmerman-lives-to-sh_n_2402009.html

La Charanga Tipica Tropical 3/29/13

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La Charanga Tipica Tropical
Friday, 03/29/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Wow!!! After over THIRTY years, we are still grooving and playing hot Cuban traditional dance music to fans from all over the world. And now it’s your chance to get to know us and have some fun.

In 1973 the band relocated to Miami Florida. Their style is known as Charanga Latin Salsa music. Their infectious rhythms are the result of an instrumental composition which includes a violin, flute, trombones, piano, bass, timbales, congas, guiro and vocals.

The performance of this group is always the utlimate in professionalism due to their discipline on and off the stage. On stage, their act will capture you visually while their contagious music will make you want to move to the irrestible rhythms. This is why they are considered among the best Latin groups in the U.S..

Tipica Tropical has performed throughout the world.

¡Suénalo! 3/30/13

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¡Suénalo!
Saturday, 03/30/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

¡Suénalo! (sweh-nah-low) verb
1. To sound, slap, or play upon a
musical instrument, object, or person.

Latin funk. Fusion. Jam band. Multicultural cocktail. Afro-Latin-Baby-Makin’-Descarga-Funk. Miami’s Suenalo has been crowned the Miami New Times’ Best of Miami Awards: Best Latin Rock Band in 2005, and most recently Best Latin Band in 2011. Even the lengthy hyphenated description the band came up with themselves falls short of the true breadth of what they represent. If Suenalo’s one of a kind fusion is hard to pinpoint, it’s only because no one’s ever done anything quite like it before.

PhilanthroFest 4/6/13

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PhilanthroFest

Saturday, 04/06/2013, 12:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
philanthrofestflyer300 NE 2ND AVE,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link
Register Free Online

Second Annual ‘PhilanthroFest’ Unites South Florida’s Non-Profit Organizations With Art, Music, Culture In A Large Scale, Family Friendly Community Event
Free outdoor event raises community awareness and promotes civic engagement with over 100 non-profit organization participants in fun-filled day with purpose.

PhilanthroFest will hold their second annual outdoor festival showcasing over 100 South Florida non-profit organizations on Saturday, April 6 from Noon to 6 p.m. at Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus. During the free, large-scale community event, South Florida residents of all ages will have the opportunity to learn about philanthropic organizations and community resources in a family-friendly atmosphere while enjoying music, art, performance, demonstrations, vendors, food trucks, fun family activities courtesy of PhilanthroFest’s community partners.

The event takes place annually in April and is free and open to the public with the goal of connecting potential volunteers and donors to not-for-profit organizations while creating a fun, family friendly environment that promotes civic engagement, deepens community connections and sparks the philanthropic spirit of South Florida.

Attendees will learn more about valuable community resources while enjoyilng a great outdoor festival that includes music from favorites, PALO! and Day Musc Died, DJ Hank Justice, tango and flamenco performances, drum circle, live theatre by Mobile Micro Theater, cooking demonstration by WokStar, yoga led by Rina, communtiy meditation by Hay House author, Jennifer Grace and more!

Kids will also enjoy interactive exhibits and activities by Miami Science Museum and HistoryMiami. With so much to see and do, event attendees will surely builld up an appetite! Fortunately, Burger Beast has ensured no one goes hungry by hosting the food truck rally featuring Latin Burger & Taco, Marlie’s Delights, Ms. Cheezious and Veggie Xpress.

Program Schedule:
MAIN STAGE
11:30 Drum Circle
12:30 Opening Remarks
12:45 Divas & Gurus of Dance
1:15 Building 5 Brothers
2:00 Announcements
2:30 Fusion Gitana
3:15 Lion Dancers
3:30 Day Music Died
4:15 Announcements
4:45 Street Jamz Miami Dance
5:30 PALO!

ACTIVE ZONE
12:00 Jennifer Grace Meditation
1:30 Street Jamz Miami Dance
2:30 Rina Yoga
3:30 Divas & Gurus of Dance
4:00 Fusion Gitana
4:30 Frank Rojas Drummers
5:30 Lama Karma Chotso, Kagyu Shedrup Choling Meditation

THOUGHT ZONE
12:15 Magda Ortiz Duo
1:00 MDC Culinary Institute
1:30 Remy – Magic & Comedy
2:30 Tango Times Dance
3:00 Wokstar
3:45 Glamour Goddess
4:15 Tango Times Dance
4:45 DJ Hank Justice

THROUGHOUT THE FESTIVAL
2:00-5:00, Characters by Kikimora Studio
12:00-6:00, Children’s Life Zone by the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
12:00-6:00, Our Miami Story by HistoryMiami
12:00-6:00, Mobile Micro Theater

Food Truck Zone by Burger Beast
Latin Burger & Taco
Marlie’s Delights
Ms. Cheezious
Veggie Xpress

PhilanthroFest is proudly supported by these amazing sponsors:
Knight Foundation, Miami Dade College, Miami Foundation, JJMA Distributors Group, LLC, Miami Dade County, City of Miami, Miami New Times, Medina Foundation, car2Go, Wells Fargo, Real Estate Sales Force, Peek-A-Boo Imaging Ideal Baby and Kids, MDO Partners, Livelihood Show, Burger Beast, Fried On Business, Center of Grace, Miami Herald, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Alberni, Caballero & Company, L.L.P., Ford, Elegant Parties, Monster Sound, FunClick
PhilanthroFest is made possible with the 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.

Entertainment and Programming
PALO!
Day Music Died
Building 5 Brothas
Magda Ortiz Duo
Lion Dancers
Drum Circle
Fusion Gitana
Divas and Gurus of Dance
Glamour Goddess Vaudeville Show Solo
Enamorados del Tango
Street Jamz Miami Dance
Tango Times Dance Company
Meditation by Jennifer Grace
Healthy Wok Cooking Demo by Wokstar
Lama Karma Chotso, Kagyu Shedrup Choling Meditation
Comedy by Remy
Rina Yoga
Frank Rojas Drummers
DJ Hank Justice
Kikimoramix
Mobile Micro Theater
Freshly Squeezed
Blood Drive by Community Blood Centers of South Florida
Food Truck Zone by Burger Beast
Latin Burger & Taco
Marlie’s Delights
Ms. Cheezious
Veggie Xpress
Children’s Life Zone by the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
Our Miami Story by HistoryMiami

Featured Artists
Alan Laird
Gustavo Ramirez
Ileana Collazo
Margot A Betteridge
Alina Campos-Vega for GetMeSomeArt!
Jesus Alejandro Perez
Emerson Calderon
mark diamond
Rebecca Barba
Rafael Montilla
Griselda Lechini
Samantha Lazarus

Participating Organizations
Net Impact South Florida Professional Chapter
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami (BBBS)
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, Inc.
Center for Family and Child Enrichment Inc.
Chop Shop Cares for Kids
CitiChurch Higher Ground Culinary Arts Program
Girl Scout Council of Tropical Florida, Inc.
Guardian ad Litem
Hope for Miami
Jonathan Spikes Foundation, Inc.
Kiwanis Miramar/Pembroke Pines
Little Haiti Optimist Club
Live Life Healthy Foundations
Maestro Cares Foundation
Miami Beach Coalition
National Voices for Equality, Education and ENlightenment, Inc (NVEEE)
NEB School Uniforms for Success
Our Kids of Miami-Dade/Monroe, Inc.
Owen Walker Jr. Foundation, Inc.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida
South Florida CARES Mentoring Movement
South Florida Girl Up
StandUp For Kids-Miami
The Elastic Mind Project
The J.A.M. Foundation, Inc.
The SAILS Institute
Touching Miami with Love (TML)
UrbanPromise Miami
Voices For Children
Yoga Gangsters
Catalyst Miami
MoveMiamiDade/Purple Line
Chapman Partnership
Act 2 Stage Productions
Art of Cultural Evolution
Arts & Business Council of Miami
Bird Road Art Walk
Coral Gables Museum Young Associates
Culture in the City
Drag It OUT
Heroes Unite
HistoryMiami
Kuyayky Foundation
Miami Theater Center
Middle Eastern American Professionals Association
Music for Memories, Inc.
Musicians On Call
National YoungArts Foundation (YoungArts)
New Theatre
ROCKAZ MVMT, INC
TEDxMIA
TL Tango Lovers Org., Inc
Vargas Gallery
VIERNES CULTURALES/CULTURAL FRIDAYS
Guitars Over Guns Organization (GOGO)
Best Buddies Florida
Deliver the Dream
Easter Seals South Florida
Sunrise Community, Inc.
Villa Lyan
City Year Miami
College Summit
Dress for Success Miami (DFS)
FemEx Miami
Florida International University – Office of Engagement
Inspired Leaders
Miami Children’s Initiative
Monica Burguera Foundation
Photography is Not a Crime
Strong Women, Strong Girls
The Motivational Edge
uAspire
Web of Wholistic Educators (WHOLE)
Casimiro Global Foundation
Environmental Coalition for Miami & the Beaches (ECOMB)
Fertile Earth Foundation
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center
South Florida National Parks Trust
The Institute For Regional Conservation
Urban Paradise Guild (UPG)
Angel Flight Southeast
Arthritis Foundation
Banyan Community Health Center
Common Threads Miami
Family Counseling Services of Greater Miami, Inc.
Florida Heart Research Institute
GM Autism Foundation
Hope for Vision
Jose’s Hands
OneBlood dba Community Blood Centers of Florida
Seeing Stars Foundation
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Urban Oasis Project
Carrfour Supportive Housing
Lutheran Services Florida, Inc
Miami Habitat Young Professionals (HYP)
Neighborhood Housing Services of South Florida (NHSSF)
Rebuilding Together Miami-Dade Inc
American Friends for Un Techo Para Mi Pais, Inc
JCI Miami (Junior Chamber International of Miami)
Salvadoran American Humanitarian Foundation (SAHF)
Americans for Immigrant Justice
Badges of Courage Foundation
Better Florida Foundation
Bridging Humanity
CABA Pro Bono Project, Inc.
Conscious Acts Of Kindness (CAOK)
Emerge Miami
Haitian Support Inc
ioby+Miami
Joshua’s Heart Foundation
Kagyu Shedrup Choling
Magic City Bicycle Collective
Miami Chapter of AmeriCorps Alums
PARK Project
Public Allies Miami (PAM)
SAVE Foundation
Switchboard of Miami, Inc.
Unity on the Bay
Veterans Ocean Adventures, Inc
Women’s Emergency Network
BLUE Missions
Bridging Humanity
Curleys House Hope Relief Food Bank
Florida International University Law Clinics
Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc.
ONE Campaign
Minervas, Women Changing the World
The Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade
Fresh Start Family Service, Inc.
Kiwanis Club Biscayne Bay
Miami-Dade County Public Library System (Friends of the Library)
MUJER, Inc.
Save Our Youth Hialeah (SOY Hialeah)
Shake-A-Leg Miami
State of Florida Department of Labor
U-Doodle
Zen Village / Heart for Humanity / Zab Sang Institute

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Up-Downtown Exhibition Opening 3/21/13

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Up-Downtown Exhibition Opening
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 06:30 pm – 09:00 pm
Up-Downtown-EblastHistoryMiami
101 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Join us for a reception for the opening of Up-Downtown, the prize-winning installation of the 2012 DawnTown design/build competition. Up-Downtown, the international collaboration between Manuel
Clavel-Rojo (Murcia, Spain) and Jacob Brillhart (Miami, FL) interactively presents the story of Miami’s rise.

MIA Encore 4/5/13

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MIA Encore
Friday, 04/05/2013, 01:00 pm – 10:00 pm
MIA-Online-BannerSeaFair – America’s Megayacht Venue
100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami, Florida 33131
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On the heels of a highly successful Miami International Art Fair (MIA), International Fine Art Expositions is pleased to announce a series of MIA Encore shows aboard the $40 million exhibition megayacht, SeaFair, docked at Bayfront Park in the heart of Miami’s Downtown Arts & Entertainment District. The series will debut with an April edition the 4th – 7th and continue with a second installment May 2nd – 5th, 2013.

Each MIA Encore show will gather a carefully selected array of 28 international dealers presenting both established contemporary and emerging artists. Works will be composed of contemporary, cutting-edge art of all media including photography, painting, mixed media, sculpture, jewelry, installation and video.

In addition to the bevy of contemporary art works onboard, the fair will feature an exciting schedule of events including “ArtAfterHours Cocktail Cruises” Friday and Saturday night from 10pm-12am and a “Art on the Bay” brunch cruise on Sunday from 11am – 1pm. All SeaFair cruise events are by separate ticket which can be purchased on the website. A highlight of the program will be “Appraisal Saturday.” Saturday, April 6th, from 10am-2pm Miller Gaffney from the PBS Series “Market Warriors” will be offering complimentary art appraisals. The event will be followed by a lecture “Contemporary Passions for Art,” presented by Ms. Gaffney from 3pm – 4pm. For further details on “Appraisal Saturday” and a full schedule of events visit www.expoships.com.

In addition, MIA Encore will launch the inaugural Downtown Miami “First Friday” on April 5th from 6-10pm, in collaboration with the arts and culture community of Downtown Miami. This new cultural initiative shines a light on the growing art market in Downtown Miami, bringing together non-profit arts organizations and local galleries for special exhibitions, artists open studios, tours, exclusive openings and artist performances. Admission to MIA Encore will be complimentary for the duration of First Friday hours from 6-10pm. Among the participating organizations are Bas Fisher Invitational, Dimensions Variable, TM Sisters, Turn-Based Press, Artisan Lounge, Etra Fine Art/Wine Bar, Nina Torres Gallery, Eleazar Delgado Studio, Giants in the City, Intercontinental Hotel Art Project Space and Art in Public Places.

FAIR HOURS AND INFORMATION:

MIA Encore will be located aboard SeaFair, docked next to the InterContinental Hotel at Bayfront Park, 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, FL. Fair hours are Friday and Saturday, April 5th and 6th, 1 – 10PM, and Sunday, April 7th and 21st, 1 – 7PM. MIA Encore offers convenient valet parking and optional priority boarding. Tickets can be purchased at the door, $15 for a one-day ticket, $20 for a multi-day ticket and $30 for a Priority Boarding ticket. Advance ticketing is available on the fair website. As per United States Coast Guard regulations, all attendees are required to show a photo ID upon entry.

For more information on MIA Encore and First Friday please visit www.expoships.com or call 239.949.5411.

Grove Chamber Sunset Cruise Networker 3/20/13

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Grove Chamber Sunset Cruise Networker
Wednesday, 03/20/2013, 05:30 pm – 08:30 pm
March-Networker-invitationMT Celebration (moored at Dinner Key Marina)
Dinner Key Marina (South Bayshore Drive at SW 27th Avenue),
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Webpage Link

Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce Presents:
Sunset Cruise Networker Aboard The MT Celebration!
Wednesday, March 20th, 5:30-8:30 PM
Departing dock at 6:30 PM sharp

Watch the sun go down and the city lights come up as we
cruise past Brickell and Downtown aboard the MT Celebration!
Limit 75 people, so RSVP today!

Cafeina’s Art Walk + After Party 3/9/13

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Cafeina’s Art Walk + After Party
Saturday, 03/09/2013, 07:00 pm – 03:00 am
Cafeina_Artwalk_March_8Cafeina Wynwood Lounge
297 ,
NW 23rd Street, Florida Miami
Facebook Link

Cafeina Wynwood Lounge’s, Wynwood Exhibition Center, Presents a solo show:
“FUSION” by Artist Maximiliano Pecce

Reception & meet the artist: 7 – 9 PM
On view: March 5 – April 1st

AFTER PARTY SOUNDS BY:
DJ A-TRAIN & Video DJ Set by TOM LAROC

Learn more about, “FUSION”
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Maximiliano Pecce, born in Rosario, Argentina, 1978, works using different types of plastic materials and found objects. His work is based on cast assembly techniques, thus ensuring each work is abstract in nature with its various textures and shapes that comes from the heating process; yet figurative enough to decode in a symbolic way.

For the artist, his message is clear. It expresses and demonstrates the excessive amount of non-biodegradable plastic consumer goods that harm the environment.

Through ‘upcycling’ these discarded goods into works of art, he wants people to become aware of the great global pollution caused by humans. In creating awareness, he uses these plastic materials by drawing you in with his colorful and everyday objects.

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Doors at 7:00 PM
$7 Cover after 10:00 PM | It includes 1 complimentary drink!!

Early Table Reservations for large groups are encouraged: 305-438-0792 | info@cafeinamiami.com

Sergent Garcia 5/4/13

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Sergent Garcia
Sunday, 05/04/2013, 10:00 pm – 03:30 am
PAX
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Sergent Garcia, an original figure in the Latin Alternative and European mestizo music scenes, is returning to North America with a burning live show a new album out on the Cumbancha label titled Una y Otra Vez (Time and Time Again). A pioneer in blending the fiery Caribbean sounds of salsa, reggae, ska and dancehall with a punk attitude and continental style, Sergent Garcia’s latest musical adventure finds him traveling to Colombia to dive into what is currently the epicenter of some of the world’s hottest sounds. Una y Otra Vez marks this former rocker’s return to his independent roots and renewed creative energy.

Known to many people by different names, Sergent Garcia’s music is as diverse as he is. With a diverse ancestry which includes a French mother, African cousins, and partly Hispanic roots, Sergent Garcia gains inspiration from all cultures that shows in his music.

Sergent Garcia is known for his mix of ragamuffin and Latin Rhythms with Salsa and Reggae in Spanish and some French. Garcia has been making music since 1983, starting off experimenting in Punk, but his career really took off in 1997 with his group Los Locos del Barrio who he toured the world with. His album “Sin Fronteras” was an attempt at promoting musical and cultural tolerance through a mingling of genres.

“Fans of Manu Chao will find Sergent Garcia immediately recognizable: insistently catchy reggae and salsa rhythms, sing-song rap, horn riffs propelling the whole mix.” – Financial Times (UK)
“Now this one here has the potential of becoming one of the first big hits of 2011.” –

Early Bird Fridays with Kendall Morgan 3/15/13

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Early Bird Fridays with Kendall Morgan
Friday, 03/15/2013, 03:00 pm – 05:00 am
Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
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Because the weekend can’t start soon enough – Blackbird Ordinary presents Early Bird Fridays! Join us for happy hour from 3-8PM and enjoy delicious $5 bites from Chef Michael starting at 6PM. Live music at 8PM with Kendall Morgan! 21+, No cover. For reservations call (305) 671-3307.

Krisp live w/DJ Contra 3/14/13

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Krisp live w/DJ Contra
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
blackbird_wrestlerkrispBlackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
Facebook Link

Thursday, March 14th, Blackbird Ordinary presents Krisp, live! Enjoy Happy hour from 3-8PM, plus $5 Strongbow ciders all night. DJ Contra keeps the party going till 5AM. 21+, no cover! For reservations call (305) 671-3307

Roots Rock Wednesdays 3/13/13

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Roots Rock Wednesdays
Wednesday, 03/13/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
bb_march_fbBlackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Adding some soul to your mid-week…it’s Roots Rock Wednesdays! Sounds by the Haitian Hillbilly, playing the finest in rockabilly, blues, R&B, and more. With special guest DJ RIFF RAFF. $7 gets you a PBR + shot of Dickle all night. 21+ to boogie woogie. No cover!

Movie Night Mondays feat. Clerks & Empire Records 3/11/13

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Movie Night Mondays feat. Clerks & Empire Records
Monday, 03/11/2013, 10:00 am – 05:00 am
Blackbird Ordinary
729 SW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
Facebook Link

A cure for the Monday blues…Blackbird Ordinary presents Movie Night Mondays! Join us weekly for an outdoor double feature with showings starting at 10PM. Monday, March 11th we celebrate the 90’s with Clerks and Empire Records! Enjoy happy hour from 3-8PM, and $8 Daiquiris & Old Fashioneds all night, plus free popcorn! And for the songbirds, plenty of games and karaoke inside. Compete for drinks and prizes! 21+, No cover.

Mi Casa Holiday Season Kick-off in association with Masters of the Mix 3/17/13

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Mi Casa Holiday Season Kick-off in association with Masters of the Mix
Sunday, 03/17/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
wmcmicasakickoff2013The Vagabond
30 NE 14 Street,
Miami, Florida 33132
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[Description]

WMC + MMW 2013
– – – – – – – – – – – – – – –
The Vagabond, MCH in association
with Masters of the Mix

present

MI CASA HOLIDAY KICK-OFF
MARCH 17, 2013
SEASON 5

Time for the MCH Experience!

Help kick-off the first of nine MCH destination music events and celebrate the Season 3 premiere of
Smirnoff’s Masters of the Mix(VH1) @ The Vagabond.

One place to be
One place to see

One night with lots of love…
One special night where Mi Casa Es Su Casa.

…Get ready!

Due to capacity, early arrival is highly recommended!

Presale tix – http://wantickets.com/vagabond

The Vagabond
30 NE 14th St. Miami Florida 33132
10pm – 5am
http://thevagabondmiami.com/

**LINE UP**

The Den:

10:00pm – DJ J-ME (Toronto)
11:30pm – peacE (Chicago)
12:45am – Terry Thompson (Baltimore)
2:00am – Fruto (Bogata, Colombia)
3:20am – David Sabat (Chicago)

Smirnoff Garden:

10:30pm – Oh So (Miami)
11:30am – Helen Ting (Hong Kong)
12:30am – Kafele Bandele live! (NYC)
12:40am – Kid Capri (NYC)
1:40am – Rich Medina (Philadelphia)
3:00am – Julius the Mad Thinker (Chicago)

The Living Room:

12:00am – Rafael Moraes (Sao Paulo, Brazil)
1:15am – Oscar P (NYC)
2:15am – Keith Evan (LA/LV)
3:30am – RiskSoundSystem (Amsterdam)

**HOSTESSES**

Jenn Hurst / Sandra Garcia / Nina Ananse / Carmela Lina / Jessica Poche / Mona “the Fabulous”

**ABOUT**

MI CASA HOLIDAY

Miami | Tamarindo, Cr | San Francisco | Los Angeles | Chicago | New York | Mexico City | Las Vegas | Miami
SEASON FINALE – Playa del Carmen, Mx Oct. 10-13 2013

In 2009, Jenn Hurst and Julius Spates bridged dj entertainment
with unique travel concepts to form Mi Casa Es Su Casa Holiday(MCH)
Envision many magical moments supported by a fully engaged, amazing MCH Community.
In 2012, MCH achieved “sold-out” status.

Be a part of the experience!

boutique . lifestyle . music . holiday
www.micasaholiday.com

SMIRNAOFF’S MASTERS OF THE MIX
SEASON 3 PREMIERE
TUNE IN APRIL 1ST ON VH1

Season 1 challenged eight of America’s best DJs in high-pressure competitions, and ended in London where the finalists showed that they could make the party happen anywhere in the world.

Season 2 rocked the U.S. nightlife scene, as more than a million viewers tuned in each week to checkout the showcase of skill, technique, and DJ Culture.

Season 3 will be the biggest season yet as the competition is on! The pressure is turned up high this time around as the contestants will live together, match wits with celebrities and perform at the hottest parties on TV. The winner will receive a $250,000.00 cash prize and a one-year reign as Master of the Mix for Smirnoff.

www.bet.com/shows/master-of-the-mix

Speed Dating in Brickell 3/28/13

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Speed Dating in Brickell
Thursday, 03/28/2013, 07:30 pm – 09:30 pm
Kuka_General_LargeKukaramakara
1250 South Miami Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33130
Eventbrite Link

Speed Dating in Brickell

Heart Tango invites you to join us for what promises to be a night you will not want to miss. If you are one of the many singles in the city looking to meet the city’s most eligible bachelors and bachelorettes, then come to Speed Dating in Brickell event at Kukaramakara in Miami! Join us for an evening of mixing, mingling, and speed dating.

Come and meet other single professionals like yourself and have the time of your life!

The venue is the fabulously hot-right-now Kukaramakara and love is in the air. Providing a truly enjoyable experience, Kukaramakara has a style all its own that has to be seen to be believed. Kukaramakara is an experience to remember.

Tickets are $25 in advance/$30 day of event

Ages: 35-45

Free Shuttle service in Brickell/Downtown provided by Monkey Shuttle, Call (786) 352-8762

Parking: Self or Valet

Free Social Media Boot Camp 3/23/13

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Free Social Media Boot Camp
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 09:00 am – 12:00 pm
Fado Irish pub
900 South Miami Blvd., Suite 200,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Maybe it’s the luck of the Irish or March Madness, whatever it is, we are so excited to offer a FREE boot camp at Fado Irish Pub and Restaurant on March 23, 2013!

In just a few short hours, this information-packed seminar will review the essential strategies and best practices a business or organization should understand to successfully get started with social media marketing. The seminar will cover:

– What Social Media marketing really is and why it’s important

– Various social media networks and tools, how they interact, ways to leverage their strengths and how to evaluate them for best use for your business or organization

– How other businesses are using these low-cost tools to gain visibility, develop relationships and drive sales and engagement

– How to incorporate social media marketing into your business life without losing productivity

Participants will have plenty of time to ask questions, share experiences so bring lots of business cards to network.

Also, stay and have lunch afterwards. A special lunch will be available for purchase for all attendees.

Leave with real world insights and knowledge that you can put to work immediately, to help your business and organization succeed!

You MUST register to attend. Space is limited.

Please use this link to register:

https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07e73s4fj097a656f6&oseq&c&ch

Panorama Saturdays at FIFTY! No cover on Rick C’s VIP list! 3/9/13

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Panorama Saturdays at FIFTY! No cover on Rick C’s VIP list!
Sunday, 03/09/2013, 11:00 pm – 05:00 am
SlYDO2wZa6U8384f6CkzrI2p9VhrBWFfFA0YYY_x-YwFIFTY at the VICEROY HOTEL
485 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link

[Description]
Saturday, March 9th 2012

Join us for…

‘PANORAMA Saturdays’ at FIFTY

—For Rick C’s NO COVER GUEST LIST OR FOR TABLE RESERVATIONS. TEXT 786 303 2787 OR 786 273 7401
FOR SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS—

Music by
Ariel Assault
(Main Room)

Andres Fresko | Joseph Anthony (Patio)

Hosted by
Rick C
hmc25752gmail.com
786 303 2787 / 786 273 7401

FIFTY (Viceroy Hotel)
485 Brickell Ave
Miami, FL 33131

iStrategy Miami 4/23/13

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iStrategy Miami
Tuesday, 04/23/2013, 08:45 am – 04:00 pm
image001-2Miami Airport Convention Center
777 N.W. 72nd Avenue ,
Miami, Florida 3326
Webpage Link

iStrategy combines keynote speakers, interactive workshops and live interviews to deliver a high-quality program for attendees. We are committed to providing a live social media experience, with a very active Twitter feed, live blogging, Facebook posts and Linkedin discussions as our attendees tend to be active in social media channels. In order to facilitate face-to-face networking opportunities, we offer coffee breaks, lunches and a drinks reception on the evening of the first day. Key note speaker Gary Tovar founder of “Cochella” will be kicking off the start of this anticipated event!

Trivia Night 3/7/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
triviaPao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Facebook Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Good Luck!!

Philanthropy Miami: Toolkits and Fundraising Basics 3/14/13

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Philanthropy Miami: Toolkits and Fundraising Basics
Sunday, 03/14/2013, 08:30 am – 04:30 pm
Patricia Maldonado
1601 Biscayne Blvd. ,
1601 Biscayne Blvd. , Florida Miami
Webpage Link

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Philanthropy Miami Non-Profit Education Day to Inspire South Florida Charities
To Innovate, Raise More and Help More

MIAMI – LEAVE A LEGACY© hosts PHILANTHROPY MIAMI, a nonprofit education day for executives and newcomers to fundraising, on Thursday, March 14, featuring a full slate of workshops, panel discussions and speakers designed to inspire charitable groups to reach higher with their fundraising, community outreach and volunteer campaigns.

The all-day event from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Hilton Miami Downtown, 1601 Biscayne Blvd., kicks off with Susan Packard, co-founder of HGTV. Packard changed how people envision their homes and, in the process, established a new model for business innovation and success. She brings her message and strategies to help South Florida non-profits promote their causes, gain supporters and adopt innovative strategies to secure a greater market share in a competitive environment.

PHILANTHROPY MIAMI features two separate tracks: Fundraising Basics, an intensive overview for those new to fundraising and development and Toolkits, geared to those who have more experience in the field. Toolkits will showcase strategies non-profits can use to increase their donations and the number of ongoing supporters.

PHILANTHROPY MIAMI is sponsored by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation; Bank of America; Wells Fargo; Baptist Health South Florida Foundation; Florida International University; Peacock Foundation, Inc.; and SunTrust

Ticket Prices
$125 – Fundraising Basics – March 14, Hilton Downtown Miami
$125 – Toolkits – March 14, Hilton Downtown Miami
Contact: 305.379.0800 or Edwina Lau, elau@chasemiami.com

Keynote Speaker
9 a.m. Susan Packard, co-founder HGTV
9:30 a.m. Susan Packard leads a discussion about exploring models of innovation and strategic partnerships.

ToolKits: Tips and Tactics for Nonprofit Success
Session 1
Fundraising Top Ten: 10 Things You Can Do To Improve Your Fundraising Tomorrow
Corporate Partnerships
Planned Giving on a Napkin: Demystifying Legacy Planning

Session II
Prospecting for Major Gifts: Theory, Technology and Practice
Measuring Outcomes
Collaboration: A Neighborhood Case Study in Overtown

Lunch Panel
Strategic Lessons Learned at Harvard

Session III
Board Development and Service: How to Build a Committed and Engaged Corps of Leaders
Paradigm Shift: Engaging a New Generation
Fundraising Basics: An Intensive Overview of the World of Fundraising
Morning Session:
The Development Cycle: Exploring the Basics
The ABCs of Grant Proposals
Unlock the Potential of Special Events

Luncheon Panel
Strategic Lessons Learned at Havard

Afternoon Session
Annual Giving: Building a Revenue Stream
Major Gifts: Cultivate Your Garden
Secrets of a Successful Development Professional

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LEAVE A LEGACY© is a program of the Partnership for Philanthropic Planning (formerly Planned Giving Council) of Miami-Dade, comprised of non-profit leaders and allied business professionals involved in estate and financial planning, whose mission is to promote philanthropy in our community. For more information, visit LeaveALegacyMiami.org.

LEAVE A LEGACY© SPONSORS
Presenting Sponsor: Baptist Health South Florida Foundation

Program Sponsors: Chase Marketing Group, The Miami Foundation, The Northern Trust Company, United Way of Miami-Dade

Sustaining Sponsor: Partnership for Philanthropic Planning of Miami-Dade

Sustaining Sponsors: Akerman Senterfitt, Fiduciary Trust International, Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation, Morris Family Foundation, University of Miami

Rokhouse Sundays at Rokbar! House music all night long!! 3/10/13

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Rokhouse Sundays at Rokbar! House music all night long!!
Sunday, 03/10/2013, 11:00 pm – 05:00 am
563334_343077379136953_1398306721_nRokbar Miami
1905 Collins ave,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

[Description]
RokBar Miami Presents A Night of Eclectic, Funky, Groovy Sounds by Luca Fromusa and Rha Roo at Fashion RokHouse Sundays! Join us as these DJs double their power and provide an eargasm sound that will win over everyone and keep the weekend going strong!

FOR RICK C’S NO COVER VIP LIST OR FOR TABLE RESERVATIONS TEXT 786 303 2787 OR 786 273 7401

Trivia Night 3/14/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia1Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Good Luck!!

Trivia Night 3/21/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia2Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Good Luck!!

All Ages Can Become “Brainiacs” @ Miami Science Museum 3/23/13

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All Ages Can Become “Brainiacs” @ Miami Science Museum
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 10:00 am – 04:00 pm
Miami Museum of Science
3280 South Miami Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33129
Webpage Link

Sponsored by the University of Miami, the Brain Fair at Miami Science Museum is a free, educational event designed to teach children and their parents about how the brain functions and the fascinating discoveries being made in the field of neuroscience.

Children can participate in fun, hands-on learning activities including:
•Brain anatomy – build a neuron from clay, brain puzzles
•Brain models of difference species – match the brain to the animal
•Visual system – explore visual illusions
•Sheep brain dissections – handle a sheep brain with a glove and dissect with a plastic knife
•SpikerBox – demonstrates how neurons work by sending electrical impulses
•Foods for Thought – explains how foods contribute to neurological functioning
•Reflexes – teaches how reflexes work
•Action potentials – demonstrates how neurons use electricity and memories are facilitated by context
•Supertaster and Taste – count how many taste buds on the tongue; model of tongue, taste buds; taste a jelly bean with or without the nose closed
•Spinal cord injury – build a simple vertebral column and spinal cord to demonstrate the need for protection
•WalkSafe, BikeSafe, SkateSafe – teaches methods of safe street crossing practice, how the brain needs protection from injury
•Pediatrics and FAAST iPad learning programs
•Mind games and brain teasers
•Sebastian the Ibis

Additional fun activities will include face painting, “Brain Minders” puppet shows about how the brain works, a science video and a coloring/storytelling area. Free bike helmets will be given away and free bike helmet fittings will be available at the Pilot Club of Miami table.

When they arrive, participants will receive a Brain Passport, which will be stamped at each exhibit once they complete one of its activities. Upon completion of all activities, children will receive a pencil and brain eraser, and one ticket for a raffle to win a $10 iTunes card.

The event will also include lectures for adults given by University of Miami neuroscientists on topics such as which apps are best for grow.

The Miami Brain Bee, open to high school students grades 9-12, is similar to a spelling bee, except that it tests knowledge of the brain. Winners will receive cash prizes. Registration is necessary for participation in the Miami Brain Bee.

Brain Fair sponsors are Miami Science Museum, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Pilot Club of Miami, Society for Neuroscience Miami Chapter, University of Miami Undergraduate Neuroscience Program, Brain Awareness Week, Kidz Neuroscience Center, Nova Southeastern University Farquhar College of Arts and Sciences, St. Thomas University School of Science Technology & Engineering Management, The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, Miami Neuroscience Center at Larkin, Mailman Center for Child Development Department of Pediatrics, Barry University, Larkin Community Hospital, and FAAST (Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology).

Celebrity Makeup Artist Jackie Gomez shares the Latest Spring Trends at Sephora 3/15/13

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Celebrity Makeup Artist Jackie Gomez shares the Latest Spring Trends at Sephora
Friday, 03/15/2013, 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
5626_heroSephora
19525 Biscayne Blvd. #527,
Miami, Florida 33180
Webpage Link

St. Tropez Celebrity Makeup Artist, Jackie Gomez, will be at Sephora Aventura Mall for one day only to share her secrets to attaining radiant skin for spring. Considered among the top editorial makeup artists working today, Jackie Gomez works with the world’s leading celebrities, including Beyoncé Knowles and Victoria’s Secret models Candice Swanepoel and Lily Aldridge.

Learn the latest contouring and highlighting techniques that dramatically slim and define the face and body. Hear about how to renew your skin for spring and enhance skin tone and radiance without the need for heavy makeup. Jackie will also share the latest spring trends from New York City such as, barely there makeup with a touch of bold color and a fresh faced glow. Jackie’s insider techniques will have your skin looking radiant.

TEDxMIA volunteer party at Pipeline Brickell 3/14/13

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TEDxMIA volunteer party at Pipeline Brickell
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
TEDxMIA-2012-TeamPipeline Brickell
1101 Brickell Ave.,
Miami, Florida 33131
Webpage Link

TEDxMIA is Miami’s premier local TED event. We host an annual live conference featuring talks from local innovators with ideas worth spreading, we show streamed talks from TED national and international events, and this year we will be engaging the Miami community with other exciting events to be announced….and created.

Interested in getting involved with TEDxMIA?

TEDxMIA will be hosting a volunteer recruiting party at Pipeline Brickell, an innovative co-working space downtown. We will provide wine and cheese, and our team leaders will introduce themselves and describe the type of help they’re looking for.

Please look at this as your chance to more deeply fit yourself in with our tribe and get your voice heard. Bring your energy and your ideas! We can’t wait to meet you!

Backroom Comedy Club Show 3/15/13

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Backroom Comedy Club Show
Friday, 03/15/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
BackRoom-Club-Flyer-031513Tom’s NFL Sports Bar & Grill
5001 N.W. 36 Street,
Miami Springs, Florida 33166
Facebook Link

Showtime – 8:00 PM [doors open at 7:15 PM]

Special Guest: Will Lopez
Featuring: Perry Sak
Featuring: DRusso
Headlining: John Wynn
Special
Appearance: Manny Garavito

Hosted by: Gordon Meyers

Enjoy our Dinner/Show Special!
– $2.00 off Tom’s delicious Prime Rib Dinner
– $2.00 off admission to the “Backroom”

Reservations Requested:
shadow@bboi.net / 305 343-2930

Admission – Cash Only
$10.00 Reserved
$12.00 At the Door

Full Bar & Appetizer Menu

Trivia Night 3/28/13

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Trivia Night
Thursday, 03/28/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:00 pm
trivia3Pao Town
2624 Ponce de Leon,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

Join us at Pao Town for Trivia with Evan and treat yourself to our amazing menu items and drink specials. First place wins a $25 gift card and second place wins a free pitcher. Like us on facebook and find our post including one giveaway answer for tonights game! Good Luck!!

Opera Preview at Wynwood Second Saturday Art Walk 3/9/13

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Opera Preview at Wynwood Second Saturday Art Walk
Saturday, 03/09/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
SStango-pitchengineThe Hangar Gallery
2235 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida 33127
Facebook Link

Opera Preview at Wynwood Second Saturday Art Walk

Florida Grand Opera (FGO) and THE HANGAR gallery host an Opera Preview of the Design District’s very first operatic production during Second Saturday Art Walk on March 9 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Complimentary cocktails courtesy of Little Black Dress Vodka. Event is free with RSVP to rsvp@fgo.org.

Designed to give the community a taste of Florida Grand Opera’s anticipated Design District debut, the evening will feature selections from the company’s tango-themed double bill – Robert Xavier Rodriguez’s Tango and Ástor Piazzolla’s María de Buenos Aires – as well as popular arias performed by the company’s Young Artist Studio.

Performances will take place every hour – at 7:30 p.m., 8:20 p.m., and 9:10 p.m. – amid THE HANGAR’s current exhibition “Miami Minds,” a mix media show depicting Miami’s graffiti subculture as well as portraits breaking conventional standards of appearance.

DATE/TIME: March 9, 2013, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
LOCATION: THE HANGAR, 2235 NW 2nd Ave Miami, FL 33127

Florida Grand Opera debuts in the Design District on March 21 with two tango-themed operettas as part of Unexpected Operas in Unexpected Places, a program funded by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation’s Knight Arts Challenge For tickets and details, visit www.FGO.org.

Freaky Fridays 3/8/13

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Freaky Fridays
Friday, 03/08/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
promoMaracas Place
7250 nw 11 st,
Miami, Florida 33165
Webpage Link

Ladies in FREE and DRINK FREE ALL NIGHT. Gentlemen Get in free till Midnight. Beer Pitchers for $9.99
VIP SPECIALS:

Grey Goose with champagne : $120 all night
Hennesy with champagne: $120.00 all night

If you like to dance House, Merengue, Top 40, and more Make SURE you come out this FRIDAY and PARTY with DJ XOTIIC AND DJ DADE with the whole crew.

West African Yoruba Dance and Drum Class 3/16/13

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West African Yoruba Dance and Drum Class
Saturday, 03/16/2013, 03:00 pm – 06:00 pm
ArtServe
1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304,
1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, Florida 33304
Facebook Link

Come and experience dazzling class rooted in Authentic Traditional Yorùbá folk dances filled with colors, drum rhythms, songs, and dance!
COMMUNITY BUILDERS HDC

PRESENTS
OsunDara’s West African Yorùbá Dance and Drum Classes
With
Prince Aderele
An accomplished Master Percussionist, Visual Artist, Sacred Yorùbá Choreographer/Dancer and Arts Educator. Int’l Artist in Residence with the Osun’s Village & African Caribbean Cultural Arts Corridor.

WHEN: March 16th, 2013
WHERE: ArtServe
ADDRESS: 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

ATTIRE:
Female- Wear Comfortable top, tights, wrap Skirt.
Male- Wear loose pants/shorts, comfortable top.

Come early to your first class registration.
CLASS SCHEDULE
YORUBA DRUM CLASS SCHEDULE
Please Note;
For the first 1hour of Yorùbá Drum and Song Class, limited drum are available so book the drum you are interested in learning by sending email to (OSUNDARADANCE@GMAIL.COM) noting the name of the Drum and Your Name.
3:00pm-4:00pm Yorùbá Drum and Song Class
Yoruba Drum Includes:
3 Bata, 3 Sakara, 2 Agogo

YORUBA DANCE AND SONG CLASS SCHEDULE
4:00pm-5:00pm Yorùbá Dance and Song Class
Dance of the Day
Yorùbá Bata Dance for Sango

FEES: $15 Single Class
(Same Day Class Special $25 Drum and Dance Class)
AGE: Families Welcome
ADULT: $15 CHILDREN: $5

All Yorùbá Drums and other Materials needed will be provided by
OsunDara Yorù bá Dance Theater
OsunDara is a project of Community Builder’s HDC, A Global Not for profit Mutual benefit Organization based in South Florida through it’s State of Florida Designated Osun’s Village and African Caribbean Cultural Arts Corridor Initiative. The OVillage/ACCAC, was designated by the State during it’s 2006 legislative Session.

Like us on Facebook:
www.facebook.com/OsunDaraYorubaDanceTheater
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http://communitybuildershdc.weebly.com/
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Albert Cabrera / Bread + Butter

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Yes, South Florida does need another Cuban joint. That is, if it’s delivered by chef and owner Albert Cabrera. Luckily, Cabrera is cooking up a new twist on Miami’s most ubiquitous recipes at Bread & Butter in Coral Gables.

Chat Chow TV saddled up to Bread & Butter’s counter with the culinary genius for a second time (because he’s just that good) to discuss what he’s up to.

Having coined the phrase “gastro counter” (a homey hybrid of a gastro pub and a Cuban cafeteria), Cabrera thinks Miami’s ready for a new take on Cuban food.

“Cubans, you know, we’re very traditional when it comes to our food,” he reflects. “But what I think I set out to do was create something that had a base of the traditional in it. Everything that we create—for instance, our flan mágico de queso, we use harina tierna, and we make sure that we use a very authentic recipe. We just give it a different look, a different take, by using things like oxtail instead of pork in it—things like that. So, we’re trying to keep the foundation there, so we can bring both the old and the new together, in peace, love, and harmony, at Bread and Butter.”

Watch the video above to see why you should order the pan con lechón (and why it can easily be described as funkadelic).

As if the dinner dishes didn’t blow your mind, lunch is revolutionary. “The idea here is that lunch is more of a sandwich shop,” explains Cabrera. “When I hired my kitchen staff, I tell them, this is a think tank. It’s not about me, it’s about coming in and being creative as a team. Everybody has a little bit of say in what we’re doing.”

Join in the fun. Shake it up with a nitrogen-infused cortadito (Cuban coffee) concoction topped with sea salt, or choose from other sweet treats like the deliciously dulce merenguitos. You’ll be adicto in no time.

via ChatChowTV

Get Lucky This St Patrick’s Day At Brickell Fest 3/17/13

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Get Lucky This St Patrick’s Day At Brickell Fest
Sunday, 03/17/2013, 12:00 pm –
bfBrickell Fest
1001 South Miami Avenue ,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Brickell Fest’s Annual Celebration returns bigger than ever on March 17, 2013 with its first St Patricks day celebration. Vitamin C Communications is set to host an evening filled with food, drinks, 11 hours music by provided by Profresh DJ’s and much more. The festivities are not just for green beer drinkers as the bar will be overflowing with Bud Light, Murphys Irish Stout, Tullamore Dew Scotch, and Reyka Vodka.Guest will feel as if they struck gold when their hunger kicks in as Miami’s most popular food trucks will be present as well as bites from restaurant located in brickell.

St Patricks Brickell Fest takes place in the heart of Brickell, 1001 South Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33131. Doors open at noon families with children are welcome to attend the festivities before 6pm, children under 10 years of age are granted free admission. For the adults who purchase VIP admission be welcomed inside the tent & beer garden with priority seating. Guest will indulge in private beer/bar stations and private VIP restrooms.

Brickell Fest St Patrick’s day festivities fit any budget with general admission tickets starting at 25.00 to 45.00 for VIP Admission guest can purchase tickets at www.brickellfestival.com/tickets/

Social Media :

TWEET @BrickellFest

Little Haiti Cultural Center Supports Women Artists 3/15/13

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Little Haiti Cultural Center Supports Women Artists
Friday, 03/15/2013, 09:00 am – 10:00 pm
OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERALittle Haiti Cultural Center
212 NE 59th Terrace,
Miami, Florida 33137
Webpage Link

Little Haiti Cultural Center Supports Women Artists.

Five multicultural Spoken Soul Festival alumna artists will showcase artwork in the LHCC Theater Lobby as a part of the center’s celebration of Women’s Month, March 1 – April 1; Presented by Tradisyon Lakou Lakay & Spoken Soul Festival. For more info visit www.spokensoulfestival.com

During the Rhythm Foundation’s jamming Big Night in Little Haiti, LHCC will recognize and celebrate these talented women artist. The party includes MAGNUM BAND BEATZ and George Collinet celebrates 25 years of Afropop Worldwide. So be sure to join us all for the special creative and cultural gather! For more on the event info visit www.bignightlittlehaiti.com

“Nina Four Times” By TEE POP 53×61 mixed media on canvas is featured in this special exhibit.

Opening Reception for “Frames of Reference: Latin American Art from the Jorge M. Pérez Collection” 3/13/13

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Opening Reception for “Frames of Reference: Latin American Art from the Jorge M. Pérez Collection”
Wednesday, 03/13/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
for_eviteMiami Art Museum
101 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
Webpage Link

Miami Art Museum will present for the first time a selection of works from the Jorge M. Pérez art collection, gifted to the Museum December 2011. Jorge M. Pérez and MAM Chief Curator Tobias Ostrander will discuss the development of the collection at 7pm, followed by a cocktail reception. (Space is limited. First come, first seated.)

Christine Longa’s Birthday Celebration and Cocktail Party 3/11/13

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Christine Longa’s Birthday Celebration and Cocktail Party
Monday, 03/11/2013, 05:00 pm –
flyerTexas de Brazil
500 Silks Run,
Hallandale, Florida 33009
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You are cordially invited to attend Miami socialite Christine Longa’s Birthday Celebration & Cocktail Party at the Texas de Brazil in the Gulfstream. Enjoy food, drinks, plus goody bags for all guests. Bring business cards for networking and enter the raffle. Dress code: fabulous. Free admission and free parking. Invite your friends and come join the celebration!

Coral Gables Bar Association 2013 Judicial Reception 3/14/13

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Coral Gables Bar Association 2013 Judicial Reception
Thursday, 03/14/2013, 05:30 pm – 08:00 pm
Becker & Poliakoff – Alhambra Towers
121 Alhambra Plaza, 10th Floor,
Coral Gables, Florida 33134
Webpage Link

The Coral Gables Bar Association will hold its 2013 Judicial Reception from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, March 14, 2013, at Becker & Poliakoff, Alhambra Towers, 121 Alhambra Plaza, 10th Floor, Coral Gables.

The cost is $75 for members, $95 for non-members and complimentary for sitting judges, U.S. magistrate judges and circuit court general magistrates.

To RSVP please contact Laura Russo at laura@laurarussolaw.com or Heidi Roth at HeidiRothPA@aol.com.

Miami Children’s Museum One Day Camp – Explore Haiti 3/5/13

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Miami Children’s Museum One Day Camp – Explore Haiti
Friday, 03/22/2013, 09:00 am – 03:00 pm
Miami children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

Miami Children’s Museum
One Day Camp – Explore Haiti

Friday, March 22nd
9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Pre-K(4) – 5th grade

Join us as we explore the Haitian culture!

Sing and dance to Haitian folk music, taste traditional Haitian food, watch a performance, join renowned Haitian artist Asser Saint-Val in creating your own Haitian inspired masterpieces and much more! Don’t forget to bring your Museum passports to get a new stamp. (Campers who wear red and blue will receive a special prize!)

$45 for Members
$50 for Non-Members

To register, call Yanet at 305.373.KIDS (5437) x 112 or e-mail yanet@miamichildrensmuseum.org

www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

‘for artists…By Artists’ presents A Digital h2o Artography Exhibit by Victoria Machin 3/10/13

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‘for artists…By Artists’ presents A Digital h2o Artography Exhibit by Victoria Machin
Sunday, 03/10/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
fabaMarch-10HaVen Lounge
1237 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
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‘for artists…By Artists’ presents A Digital H2O Artography Exhibition by Victoria Machin and a Celebration of the 5th Anniversary of VPVictoriasPortraits.

The objective of ‘for artists……BY ARTISTS’ (www.facebook.com/forartistsByArtists) is to create a social colony for artists from all disciplines of the arts with the focal point being on painters, photographers, designers and sculptors. Utilization of the technology at Haven and maximizing its potential is what sets this weekly exhibition apart from others.
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About Victoria…

Fine Art and the many forms surrounded by it have always captivated Victoria Machin. Born in Madrid, Spain she always dreamed of expressing her love and creativity to others by creating art that would be fascinating and communicative to the viewer. Her photographs are often illustrative, making the viewer explore and connect with the images.

Victoria’s experiences in different media have greatly shaped her approach to her art in photography. She has obtained a Bachelors Degree in Communication in Arts from ST. Thomas University, and an Associate in Science degree from the Ft. Lauderdale Art Institute in Photography and obtained an Associates in Fine Arts from International Fine Arts College. She also studied Fine Art in Assisi, Italy where she was mostly inspired by the fine art and photography there.

These experiences have exposed her to works that continue to influence the painterly quality and structure she tries to achieve in her work today. One of Victoria’s most exciting and recent projects that she has explored in is her underwater portrait. At once uncanny and mysterious, the underwater portraits in Victoria’s photographs transform the pool into studio and stage, creating a magic of weightlessness imagery with beautiful ballerinas, engagement couples, to fun and creative family shots… taking underwater photography to new heights. They appear before the camera as though borrowed from a dream. Whether in single portraits or as part of a larger composite, Victoria’s work is unique, and has a distinctive signature style…as she is always focused on her continued high standards and positive client feedback which is the result of her growing business.

For more on Victoria please visit:
http://vpvictoriasportraits.com/

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Music Selectors:
Nemanja & John JC Corradi

Resident Music Selectors:
Umber Bandi-Ville & George Vidal

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ENJOY OUR ARTISTS DINNER SPECIAL PAIRING MENU BY
elit By Stoli…

Dinner Reservations are highly recommended for this event.

elit by Stoli Dinner Pairing/Menu
$40 (Tax and gratuity not included)
RSVP for Dinner: 305.987.8885 or info@havenLounge.com

Mixology by Isaac Grillo

Culinary Cuisine prepared by Chef Todd Erickson

elit by STOLI…Cocktail Creations by Mixologist Isaac Grillo

HOSTED BY: SANDRA GARCIA, ROD PRATT
PROJECTION DESIGN BY: Ricardo Agudelo
PRODUCED BY: ROD PRATT
CURATED BY: SANDRA GARCIA

Silowet Couture Launch Party 3/21/13

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Silowet Couture Launch Party
Thursday, 03/21/2013, 08:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Silowet-Couture-PictureSilowet Couture
448 NW 28th Street ,
Miami, Florida 33127
Webpage Link

Silowet Couture is having their Miami Flagship Launch Party on Thursday, March 21st 2013, from 8 – 11 pm. The boutique will be showcasing their amazing collection. The party will feature music by Scratch Academy, cupcakes by Sweet & Tipsy, complimentary cocktails by UV Vodka and valet service.

Silowet Couture creates bespoke denim; exclusively made to the clients individual measurements. Made to Order. Sweatshop Free. No Mass Production. No Assembly Line. Handcrafted with Love in the new Miami Flagship in Wynwood.

Free Bass Volume I 3/16/13

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FREE BASS Volume I
Saturday, 03/16/2013, 09:00 pm – 05:00 am
577265_10200736172877490_1378149706_nChalk Lounge
1234 Washington Ave ,
Miami Beach , Florida 33139
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Saturday Mar 16 , 2012
Culture,Ground Zero Crew and Chalk present:

WMC FREE BASS V.1

FreQ Nasty
Skint Records, U.K.
www.freqnasty.com

Monk
Hallucination,Tampa

$uper Geniu$
Juan Basshead + Jumanji
Merlyn
Shade
Bebe
Miami Beat Wave

FREE GIVEAWAYS FROM SHADY TEEZ ALL NIGHT!
Drink Specials
21 +

Chalk
1234 Washington ave
Miami Beach, Fl.
For table reservations : 305-674-1712
www.chalkmiami.com

PGA Tour Live On The Green 2013 Charity Social Weekend 3/8/13

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PGA TOUR “Live On The Green 2013 Charity Social Weekend”
PGA-Invite-CompleteFriday, 03/08/2013, 06:00pm – 11:00pm
Trump Doral
4400 N.W. 87th Avenue
Doral, FL
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World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship Sets The Stage for a Fashion and Music Filled Weekend
“Live On The Green Charity Social Weekend” will appeal to fans of all ages

With the World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship set to return to Trump Doral on March 6-10, the excitement is building as the annual event quickly approaches. This year, the PGA TOUR’s World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship promises to be a week like no other as it is presenting a first-of-its-kind event with “Live On The Green Charity Social Weekend.” The weekend will be filled with nightly events so that the excitement does not end when the last putt of the tournament drops. .

“This event has long been one of the best golf events of each PGA TOUR season. This year, we are looking to broaden our horizons through this event-filled weekend,” said Butch Buchholz, Chairman of the World Golf Championships-Cadillac Championship. “We want fans of all ages, interests and backgrounds to come out and find something they enjoy be it fashion or music.”

The fun will kick off on Friday, March 8,with a fashion show as the Miami Heat’s very own DJ Irie hosts and provides the music for a must-see event featuring the hottest looks for the summer by celebrity designer Nicolas Felizola. Nicolas Felizola has immortalized jet setters and celebrities internationally. He has been featured in various publications as one of the 100 most Outstanding Artists of the 21st Century. Felizola’s total devotion and passion for the Haute Couture style has caused him to be widely honored with multiple prestigious awards, such as the “Best Designer of Miami Fashion Week,” twice awarded by Tiffany & Co. for his Privé and Uomo collections and the “Zanetti Murano Award” in Italy, to name a few.

On Saturday, March 9, the excitement of the entertainment-filled weekend continues with a performance by Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas. Taboo is a multi-platinum American hip hop artist. As a singer, rapper, dancer and DJ that has sold out arenas all over the world, Saturday night’s concert is one that is surely not to be missed as it promises to be a great, high energy performance.

The weeklong tournament and weekend events will raise money to support several local charities. Benefiting from Friday’s fashion show will be the Irie Foundation that seeks to improve the lives of South Florida youth through educational and extracurricular opportunities that may not normally be available to them. On Saturday, the benefiting charity will include the Little Dreams Foundation which seeks to fulfill the dreams of young talent pursuing music, sports and the arts.

Guests not attending the Cadillac Championship may purchase VIP tickets for both the fashion show and concert. For those guests that will be at the Cadillac Championship event throughout the day, a general admission ticket to the weekend events is included. VIP tickets include access to the VIP lounge area sponsored by Miami Magazine with a full open bar provided by Diplomático Rum, Ketel One Vodka, and Johnnie Walker. VIP tickets will also include access to the exclusive after parties that will be held at Bossa Nova.

For more information on the fashion show, concert, VIP tickets or any of the Cadillac Championship events visit www.worldgolfchampionships.com or call 888-401-8000. VIP tickets to the fashion show and concert may be purchased by visiting Ticketmaster at https://oss.ticketmaster.com/aps/pgamex/EN/buy/quickbuy/158.

Thoroughly Modern Millie the Musical 3/17/13

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Thoroughly Modern Millie the Musical
Friday, 03/08/2013, 08:00 pm – 10:30 pm
The-Roxy-Theatre-Group-Thoroughly-Modern-MillieThe Roxy Theatre Group
1645 SW 107 Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33165
Webpage Link

DADE COUNTY STUDENTS DAZZLE IN A MODERN 1920s MUSICAL ADVENTURE

MIAMI, FL, The Roxy Theatre Group (RTG) a non-profit youth arts program is proud to present Thoroughly Modern Millie. Adapted from the film of the same name (starring Julie Andrews as the titular heroine), this show features a cast and orchestra comprised of 60 students, ages 13-22, and representing over 30 schools and colleges.

Set in Manhattan circa 1922, Millie is the story of a small-town girl who sets out to chase her larger than life dreams. In her efforts to be the most modern of women, she comes across a slew of eccentric, yet lovable, characters. As she makes her way through New York City, Millie must decide if the prospect of an emerald-clad life is indeed more valuable than a green-glass love. The Roxy Theatre Group’s young ensemble and orchestra bring forth a musical extravaganza, complete with high-speed tap choreography that will have you saying Gimme, Gimme more! The music and lyrics for Millie are by Jeanine Tesori and Dick Scanlan, and the book written by Dick Scanlan and Richard Morris.

“I feel that Millie’s story is one that not just I, but all people, can really relate to; anyone that’s ever felt the need to go after their dreams. I am beyond excited to bring her to life and share the stage with an amazing cast and crew!” said Veronica Diaz, 21, playing the role of Millie Dillmount. Diaz is a senior at the University of Miami, where she is currently attaining a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. She began her studies in dance with The Roxy Theatre Group ten years ago, and along the way found her voice and love of theatre as well.

March 8, 2013-March 17, 2013. Fridays & Saturdays, 8:00p.m. Sundays, 3:00p.m. General Admission: $20.00. Student Prices: Fridays and Sundays, $10.00; Saturdays, $15.00. There will be a cocktail reception and after-show party on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. & tickets for this gala are $50.00. All proceeds to benefit The Roxy Theatre Group’s Student Scholarship Fund. For tickets or more information, please call 305-226-0030, or visit www.RoxyPAC.com. The Roxy Theatre Group (RTG), a non-profit organization, offers classes in drama, voice, and dance to children ages 3-17, with year-round programs, including two after school care programs and a performing arts summer camp.

Decoding the Opposite Sex – Relationship Expert Panel & Mixer 3/9/13

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Decoding the Opposite Sex – Relationship Expert Panel & Mixer
Saturday, 03/09/2013, 07:30 pm – 10:00 am
HDI_Decoding-the-Oppostie-Sex_FlyerPAX Miami
337 S.W. 8th Street,
Miami, Florida 33130
More Info Link

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Ever Wonder What Makes Members of the Opposite Sex Say and Do What They Do When it Comes to Dating, Sex, and Relationships?

“Decoding the Opposite Sex” Relationship Expert Panel & Mixer

Presented by Hearts Desire International (www.heartsdesireintl.com) on March 9th

MIAMI – March 9th, 2013– Why is it that men and women act and react so differently when it comes to dating, sex and relationships? Is asking someone out on a date via text a sign he’s not really interested? Does the fact that you’ve gone out 6 times mean you’re now in “a relationship”? Is there really such a thing as “casual sex” when it comes to women? If you have asked yourself questions like these and you want the real answers, you’ll want to attend the “Decoding the Opposite Sex” Relationship Expert Panel and Mixer on March 9th at Performing Arts Exchange (PAX).

In this co-ed event for singles and couples, men and women will have the opportunity to ask a panel of relationships experts led by Gladys Diaz (@Glad1Diaz) and Michelle Roza (@MichelleRoza1) – a.k.a. “The Love Twins” – of Heart’s Desire International (@HeartsDesireInt) all of the questions they’ve always wanted to ask about why members of the opposite sex react so differently when it comes to dating, love, communication, and, of course, sex! People will be asking questions live, as well as through social media via Twitter (#SexDecoded).

After the panel’s Q&A session, singles will have an opportunity to mix and mingle with other singles while couples can enjoy a date night. Then, at about 11:30pm, everyone will get to enjoy and dance the night away to the Afro-Cuban sounds Spam Allstars.

“Having a great relationship is not about playing games, following rules, or seeing the opposite sex as the enemy that needs to be conquered. It’s about being who you really are, because that’s who you want the other person to fall in love with,” says Heart’s Desire International co-founder, Gladys Diaz. “By understanding how the opposite sex thinks we can begin to stop taking things so personally and start making our relationships work! That’s what this event is about – learning more about ourselves and one another in a fun, casual setting so that we can have the results we want in our relationships.

Heart’s Desire International specializes in empowering women to have the lives and relationships they want and deserve. Their down-to-earth and sometimes controversial approach to dating and relationships have helped hundreds of women attract, create, and nurture the relationships of their dreams. Just ask the graduates of their programs, who swear by the effectiveness of the company’s methods in teaching them to have successful relationships. Heart’s Desire often receives wedding announcements from graduates of the singles and girlfriends programs and thank-you notes from the wives whose marriages have been transformed into passionate, peaceful, intimate relationships.

To for more information and to purchase tickets, visit:

http://www.paxmiami.com/event/229815-decoding-opposite-sex-miami/

The Love Club with Nikki Novo 3/13/13

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The Love Club with Nikki Novo
Wednesday, 03/13/2013, 07:00 pm – 09:00 pm
REV_Nikki_Novo_Classes_at_The_Standard_Miami_BeachThe Standard Spa
40 Island Ave.,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

— For singles seeking real love, the rough-and-tumble world of dating can be downright daunting. But Relationship Coach Nikki Novo has a crazy idea: Dating should be fun! To prove it, the Miami native created a three-part dating workshop to help locals navigate the ever-finicky mating scene in Miami. Hosted exclusively held at The Standard Spa Miami Beach, Nikki coined her classes — drum roll, please — The Love Club.

Beginning Wednesday, March 13, the two-hour class will be held at The Standard, once a month for three months (March, April and May) from 7 to 9 p.m. ($50 per class). Burning questions like, “Do I really have to wear a tight dress to score a dude in Miami?” and “Do I just have to leave this city all together to find love?,” will be answered.

“But rather than offer one-size-fits-all dating tips, I encourage my students to jump off the crazy, overanalyzing wheel and instead start gaining clarity on what they really want from a partner — and then instructions on how to get them — for keeps,” Nikki says. Armed with mock dating scenarios, worksheets, dance moves, and anyone-can-do-it meditations, The Love Club offers an interactive manual for a fun and fulfilling love life.

On a monthly basis, Nikki will guide a group of fellow inspiring love seekers, and shed light on the repetitive beliefs that block us all from giving and accepting the love we are meant to share. So are you ready to revamp your dating game? Because Nikki is ready to teach you the tools to date — and find that perfect mate. To RSVP for The Love Club, email nikki@nikkinovowrites.com.

Latin Taste Fest 6/1/13

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Latin Taste Fest
Saturday, 06/01/2013, 04:00 pm – 10:00 pm
LTF-Final-Flyer1Hilton Miami Airport
5101 Blue Lagoon Drive,
Miami, Florida 33126
Webpage Link

Latin Taste Fest is a food, wine and spirits extravaganza bringing together world palates to an international Latin feast. Celebrating the creativity of Latin cuisine, wines and spirits, the event attracts participants and attendees from different parts of the world while highlighting local and international restaurants and the talents of a celebrity chef and local chefs.

Latin Taste Fest is coming to South Florida on Saturday June 1st, 2013

Non-for Profit: Feeding South Florida, is the exclusive
Charity Partner of Latin Taste Fest. Food overages and a
portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will be donated
to Feeding South Florida. 

Tickets go on sale April 1, 2013

This is a 21+ event, must show proper identification to enter

Grand Opening of D’Elite Thursdays – Issue 1 3/7/13

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Grand Opening of D’Elite Thursdays – Issue 1
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 08:00 pm – 03:00 am
MAGAZINE-MEMDOLORES but you can call me LOLITA
1000 S Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida 33130
RSVP Link

You are cordially invited to the Grand Opening of D’Elite Thursdays
A new type of nights for the young professionals in the Brickell Area.

DJ Loko One
8 TO 12AM (International 80’S & 90’S)
DJ Lenym
12AM TO 3AM (Latin & World Rhythms)

Complimentary Welcome Cocktails
8pm to 1am courtesy of BRUGAL Rum with RSVP

RSVP: http://delitethursdays.eventbrite.com/

Tournament of Champions Inc. To Host 18th Annual South Florida All-Star Basketball Game Dade Vs Broward 3/9/13

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Tournament of Champions Inc. To Host 18th Annual South Florida All-Star Basketball Game Dade Vs Broward
Saturday, 03/09/2013, 11:00 am – 10:00 pm
Grove_BB_FlyerRansom Everglades
3575 Main Highway,
Coconut Grove, Florida 33133
Webpage Link

Tournament of Champions Inc. To Host 18th Annual South Florida All-Star Basketball Game (Dade vs Broward)March 9, 2013 at Ransom Everglades, Coconut Grove, FL

Tournament of Champions, Inc. Celebrating 20 years of foster the academic and athletic growth of South Florida’s young aspiring athletes

(Miami-FL)-Tournament of Champions, INC (TOC) will present their 18th Annual South Florida All-Star Basketball Game on March 9th, 2013 at Ransom Everglades, Coconut Grove, Fl. (3575 Main Highway, Coconut Grove). The games will start at 2pm. Tickets are $10. This is the largest youth all -star basket ball game in South Florida. The rooster was released last week and the buzz has already begun on social media. Elite players ( Dade vs Broward) will compete for the coveted notoriety title, bragging rights and scholarships. TOC’s All Star games have become a staple within the fabric of the South Florida community.

TOC Inc. has also forged an innovative community partnership with Virrick Park in Coconut Grove and will hold their signature Shoot for the Stars Positive Peer Leadership Symposium and basketball clinic for 150 young people in the community. The symposium and basketball clinic will take place at Virrick Park on March 9, 2013 from 10am-1pm. Former Philadelphia 76ERS World Champion Guard Mr. Wali Jones will facilitate the workshop. Former Miami Heat Mark Strickland and Miami Dade High School All-Star Basketball team will also participate.

For additional information, please contact: Wesley Frater at 305.972.6615. Media credentials and interviews: Yvette N. Harris/Harris Public Relations 786.897.8854. HashTag for the game #TOCAllStarGame

Sponsors include: Gatorade and NLCP

***The 7th Annual Palm Beach County All-Star Basketball Game Saturday March 16, 2013 Palm Beach Lakes High School

About Tournament of Champions, Inc.

Tournament of Champions, Inc is parent company of WEST Sports Management, INC, an organization that has a legacy of conceptualizing and executing sporting events in the United States and the Caribbean. Founded in 1992, TOC Inc. has partnered with Nike Corporation since 1997 to produce a myriad of sporting events inclusive of the premier football and basketball events for high school student athletes.

Riverside Market Home Brew Competition 3/19/13

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Riverside Market Home Brew Competition
Tuesday, 03/19/2013, 07:00 pm –
home-brewRiverside Market Cafe
608 SW 12th Ave,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33312
Webpage Link

It’s finally here! Riverside Market will be hosting their first Home Brew competition Tuesday, March 19th. Home Brewers may enter in up to 5 categories including IPA, 2x IPA, Pale, Amber, Stout, Tutti Fruiti, Belgian and Brown. Home Brews will be judged by a panel of local beer celebrities and prizes will be awarded for People’s Choice, Best in Category, and Judges Choice. Join us for a night of cash prizes, camaraderie and comingling.

For rules and regulations or to sign up for the competition visit the Riverside Market Home Brew Event page on facebook.

https://www.facebook.com/events/158519524301978/

Free Yoga at Fairchild’s Orchid Festival 3/10/13

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Free Yoga at Fairchild’s Orchid Festival
Sunday, 03/10/2013, 11:00 am – 02:00 am
Yoga-FlyerFairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Rd Coral Gables, FL 33156,
10901 Old Cutler Road, Florida Coral Gables
Webpage Link

Join us for FREE YOGA at Fairchild’s 11th Annual International Orchid Festival! Experience yoga outside in incredible natural surroundings.
Class for grown ups at 11:00am and little yogis at 1:00pm.
For more information email Rosa: rosa@rinayoga.com

Big Read: A Celebration of Tim O’Brien 3/19/13-4/19/13

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Big Read: A Celebration of Tim O’Brien
Tuesday, 03/19/2013, 06:30 pm –
tim-obrien-logoThe Center At Miami Dade College
300 NE Second Ave,
Miami, Florida 33132
Webpage Link

3/19: The Big Read: A Celebration of Tim O’Brien! (The Center At MDC)
Tuesday March 19-April 19 2013

The Things They Carried follows a platoon of infantrymen through the jungles of Vietnam. We see them trudge through the muck of a constant downpour, get hit by sniper fire, pull body parts out of a tree, laugh while they tell their stories to each other, and fall silent when faced with making sense of it all-both in the moment and twenty years later. Join us at a Big Read Event and get a free copy of The Things They Carried.

Big Read Kickoff with author and US Marine, Benjamin Busch!
Tuesday March 19th at 6:30 p.m.

Keynote Lecture by Tim O’Brien
author of the Things They Carried
Tuesday April 9 at 7:30 p.m.

10 Cane Rum’s Surf’s Up Mixology Contest 2/25/13

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10 Cane Rum’s Surf’s Up Mixology Contest
Monday, 02/25/2013, 04:00 pm – 07:30 pm
1John-LermayerNikki Beach
1 Ocean Dr,
Miami Beach , Florida 33139
Webpage Link

Ten of South Florida’s best bartenders went “glass to glass” this Monday at the Surf’s Up Mixology Contest to see who could concoct the freshest 10 Cane cocktail for 2013. The event, which kicked off 10 Cane’s National Surf Tour, was held beachside from 4:00-7:30pm at Nikki Beach Club.

First place prize, a 10-foot paddleboard, was awarded to John Lermayer of The Regent Cocktail Club for his modern take on a classic daiquiri, called ‘The Perfect 10!’ Jake Bereson of Hyde Beach SLS came in second with his Pirate’s Punch securing an Izod bag. Finally, Egor Polonskiy of the James Royal Palm snagged third place for his Pistachio Mustachio recipe, winning a 10- Cane branded backpack. All recipes will be available on 10 Cane’s Facebook page.

“We are thrilled to congratulate our three talented winners on their outstanding recipes,” said 10 Cane Regional Marketing Manager Trisha Cancilla. “10 Cane lovers will now have three fresh new ways to enjoy their rum.”

More than 100 guests watched and cheered on their favorite contestants at the event while enjoying farm-to-glass mojitos, live music from Gold Dust Lounge, and an interactive photo experience where they could take home photos of themselves ‘surfing’.

Judges for the contest included Ms. Cancilla along with 10 Cane National Ambassador Aaron Birnbaum, and Fred Gonzalez, editor of Miami.com and writer for The Miami Herald.
A 6-foot custom designed short board was raffled off at the event to benefit The Surfrider Foundation’s Miami Chapter, a non-profit dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of oceans, waves, and beaches. The Foundation also discussed their Rise Above Plastics Campaign with guests and event organizers.

The 10 Cane Jeep, which was on site to greet guests, will continue the brand’s National Surf Tour in Florida through May before heading to Texas, Chicago, Long Island, Massachusetts, Arizona, and California.

10 Cane is a super-premium rum created from first press Trinidadian sugar cane juice and crafted by the experts at Moët Hennessy, the world’s premier luxury spirits producer. For more information visit www.10cane.com.

Free Salsa Class and Bachata Party Thursdays 3/7/13

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Free Salsa Class and Bachata Party Thursdays!
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 09:00 pm – 02:30 am
MOCA-MAYHEMMOCA CAFE & LOUNGE
738 NE 125th Street ,
N. Miami , Florida 33161
Webpage Link

negro fino productions and the salsa-bachata mayhem crew welcomes you come and enjoy yourselves…

we are also very proud to present our very own dj puerto rican pete at moca he will be spinning the best of salsa, merengue, mambo, chacha, and much much more

that’s not all we also have from casa salsa and bongo’s/ hard rock casino & palladium…

guest dj with dj harvey wow it’s gonna be a great night

and…
dominic melendez from d’vice latin dance studio will be teaching bachata this thursday
free beginner salsa casino class at 9pm-10pm sharp
and free kizomba class with tatiana habanova we caught the kizomba fever it’s simply contagious

ladies no cover…until 11pm $5 after 11pm-3am.
gentlemen: $5 cover.

fyi: we will be having live performances as well with special guests so stay tune and be in the know

drink specials
4 beer bucket specials $20
2-4-1 well drinks $8 ( so do the math: $4 per drink best deal in town)
until 11pm kitchen will be open

-brought to you by negrofino and i approve this message ;)

the salsa/ bachata mahem continues :) this thursday

free parking in the rear in front of downtown north miami police station ;)

1love 1soul 1passion salsa bachata kizomba samba

12 Nights: R WE WHO R WE 3/7/13

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12 Nights: R WE WHO R WE
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 08:00 pm – 09:00 pm
RWEWHORWEPERFPIC1Audiotheque
924 Lincoln Rd, Studio 201,
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Webpage Link

R WE WHO R WE mixes the free theft/collage style of Girl Talk with the raw noise of Merzbow. Philip White’s mixer feedback, controlled through a homemade rig of circuits and low-fi electronics, conjures the sound world of legendary experimental musician David Tudor, but becomes something entirely new when fused with the production aesthetics of pop pioneer Dr. Luke. Ted Hearne’s voice – inflamed, athletic and powerfully stark, with the operatic drama of a latter day Jeff Buckley, the experimentalism of Mike Patton and party chic of Ke$ha herself – does battle with his own auto-tune. A tribute and commentary to both classic and ephemeral artists of the pop landscape, R WE WHO R WE uses pop music like graffiti uses public space, exploiting the tension between theft and tribute, like collage artist John Oswald did 30 years ago with his seminal and mischievous Plunderphonic.

Trek6 Through the Looking Glass Opening Cocktail Reception at Hand Crafted Miami 3/16/13

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Trek6 Through the Looking Glass Opening Cocktail Reception at Hand Crafted Miami
Saturday, 03/16/2013, 07:00 pm – 12:00 am
544544_541520145869204_741031858_nHandcrafted Miami
3438 N Miami Ave Miami, FL 33127,
3438 N Miami Ave, Florida Miami
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Acclaimed Miami graffiti artist and muralist, Trek6, launches “Through the Looking Glass”, an aerosol portrait exhibition featuring pop icons with eyewear from the Eyemax Collection. Trek6 celebrates the unveiling of his newest collection in his first solo show. His pure aerosol pieces pay tribute to some our favorite pop icons including Andy Warhol and Jackie O.

Saturday, March 16, 2013 | 7 p.m. to Midnight
Complimentary Voli Vodka Cocktails from 7 – 9 p.m
Music by DJ Tom Laroc

12 Nights: Dafna Naphtali 3/8/13

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12 Nights: Dafna Naphtali
Friday, 03/08/2013, 08:00 pm – 09:00 pm
DafnaAudiotheque
924 Lincoln Rd, Studio 201,
Miami Beach, Florida 33140
Webpage Link

Dafna Naphtali is a singer/instrumentalist/electronic-musician from an eclectic musical background (jazz, classical, rock and near-eastern music). Since the mid- 90’s she composes/performs experimental, interactive electro-acoustic music using her custom Max/MSP programming for live sound processing of voice and other instruments, and also interprets the work of Cage, Stockhausen and contemporary composers. With a large variety of projects with well regarded musicians in the US, Europe and India, she has received awards from NYFA, NYSCA, Franklin Furnace, American Composers Forum, Foundation for Contemporary Arts and American Music Center, and recorded several CDs, including “What is it Like to be a Bat?” a digital punk trio with Kitty Brazelton (on Tzadik).

WMC Viceroy Rooftop Pool Party 3/23/13

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WMC Viceroy Rooftop Pool Party! Discount code!
Saturday, 03/23/2013, 12:00 pm – 05:00 am
329a0e47-6531-4d10-bfaa-1428db2cbd16.jpg-2027475586fifty at the Viceroy hotel
485 Brickell Avenue ,
Miami , Florida 33131
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Enter Discount code “Rick25” to save $$

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Noon till 5am
Alex Kenji * Andy Caldwell * Brass Knuckles * Chachi * Chris James (LIVE) * David Jones * Dinka * Disfunktion * Dmitrky KO * DJ Bl3nd * EC Twins * Jeremy Carr * Lazy Rich * MAKJ * Manuel De La Mare * Matt Nash * Modern Machines * MYNC * Mysto & Pizzi * Nari & Milani * Paul Oakenfold * Project 46 * Promise Land * Spencer + Hill * Starkillers * Tom Swoon * Zen Freeman

Electric Beach WMC opening party at Nikki Beach 3/16/13

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Electric beach wmc opening party at nikki beach!! Discount codes!
Sunday, 03/16/2013, 12:00 pm – 05:00 am
4f3f5f12-ebac-450c-b65d-b53559c734bcNikki beach
1 ocean drive ,
Miami Beach , Florida 33139
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ELECTRIC BEACH

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NIKKI BEACH
1 OCEAN DRIVE MIAMI BEACH
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WMC OPENING PARTY!
March 16th 2013
Noon till 5am

Phase 1 Line up

Harry Choo Choo Romero * Starkillers * Plastik Funk * Spencer & Hill * Armand Pena * Kurd Maverick * Miss Nine * Project 46 * Markus Binapfl * Sydney Blu * Tatiana Fontes * MAKJ * Christian Falero
Nikolas * Paul E * Dynamik Dave * Carlos Pouso

Phase 2 Coming Soon!!! Bigger & Better!!

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Guest Article by Sylvia Pilar: International Wines: US Tour 2013

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International Wines: US Tour 2013, article by Sylvia Pilar
Wine tasting has become  a favorite pastime across the country.  Tastings are offered everywhere from the local liquor store to the major discount wholesalers   and wine and food festivals across the country. These events have opened the doors to consumers to go out and taste local wines and from around the world as well as educate their palate. Special wine industry tastings from wine producing regions around the world offer  private events for the trade. T wo elaborate wine tasting events for the trade were held in Miami Beach this January .  As a sommelier and consultant, it was my pleasure to attend both these events.

Castilla-La Mancha US Tour 2013
January 17th- South Beach, Miami…Spain’s wines of Castilla-La Mancha US Tour 2013 was held at the
former Versace Mansion, now converted to an exclusive boutique hotel, “The Villa by Barton G”.  The opulent setting provided a marvelous opportunity to meet the winemakers who make the wines and are keepers of the traditions. It was also an opportunity  to  discover the wonders of this fascinating wine region  from the land of Don Quixote’s.  A seminar was conducted by local wine experts  to introduce and familiarize attendees to featured wine selections. Delicious authentic Spanish tapas and live music were splendid pairings and an added bonus to the excellent wines!

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The wine region represents one of the oldest wine-making regions in the world. The winemakers show-cased winemaking styles that utilize and wine2combine traditional methods with modern techniques.  The wines represented an array of 46 grape varieties to meet every palate and budget, from  the youngest to the special reserves: reds, whites, roses and sparkling wines.

Outstanding  wines from the various vineyards included award winning wines, and organic wines.The “Don Quixote’s Spain” brand represents a variety of wines from a region in central Spain that reflects the plurality and the diverse cultures of Castilla-La Mancha. FINE WINE, HOW DIVINE!

Vinitaly & Slow Wine Tour 2013
January 30, 2013  -  Miami Beach:  Slow Wine guide presentation and tasting  chose the Miami Beach Spa and Resort as one of the U.S locations. This wine expo was a joint venture of Vinitaly International, the ambassador of Italian wine  in collaboration  with  the publisher of Slow Wine Guide, an English guide to Italian wines.  It  offered  the  American wine trade 2013’s most comprehensive Italian wine tasting and education in the US.

The Vinitaly tour format combined seminars, interviews, round tables ,  tastings  to  buyers, distributors, food and beverage managers, sommeliers, opinion leaders and specialized press.  An exclusive olive oil master  class hosted by UNAPROL, the organization of Italian olive oil producers as well as master tasting classes on Prosecco and Soave,  presented an  additional element to the program.  A  light lunch, along with desserts, fruit and cheese complimented the walk around tastings.

With so many wines show casing, the event was spread over two floors: the lobby area and the 18th floor banquet and conference facilities.  Plenty of Proseccos and Moscatos were at hand along with the endless  varieties of reds, whites and roses.  With over 70 wineries sampling wines from  their portfolio, guests were  able to taste their way around some of Italy’s most important and famous regions, a most tasteful and educational afternoon.

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It was a bit  overwhelming  with so much  information on the  Italian heritage of people,  vineyards and the  vast amount and  range of wines,  but nonetheless an outstanding presentation.  Additional tastings aperitifs and festivities followed at “dei Frescobaldi”  restaurant inside  the Hotel Astor in South Beach.
Cheers,
Sylvia Pilar,
Certified Sommelier/Wine consultant/Writer

Embrace and Safe present Balance Miami 2013 3/21/13

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Embrace and Safe present Balance Miami 2013
balanceThursday, March 21, 10pm – 5am
Villa 221
21 NE 17th St
$15 Advanced Tickets Available from Resident Advisor & Wantickets
Facebook Link

Official Launch Party For ‘Balance 023: Radio Slave’ 2xCD To Be Released April 2013
 
Celebrating ‘Balance Presents jozif’ out March 5th

Balance Music, the renowned label behind the Balance mix compilations and their newly-anointed ‘Balance Presents’ series, are hosting a very special party during Miami Music Week this year. The event will include a performance by jozif, who recently released Balance Presents jozif, and Radio Slave, the artist behind the upcoming mix Balance 023: Radio Slave. Held at exclusive location Villa 221 (221 NE 17th St.), the night will also boast sets from Nina Kraviz, Finnebassen, Chris Fortier, Robbie Lowe and special guests.

jozif is the first DJ to release a Balance Presents mix. The new series was founded to highlight the best emerging talent in the world of electronic music, and they have found an artist up to the task. His thoughtful, emotive and enrapturing mix of deep house shows an intelligence and ability beyond his years. The mix will be available in North America on March 5, and is currently available now in all other territories. 

Preview Balance Presents jozif now on SoundCloud.

Radio Slave, a long-standing name in the electronic music world, is now officially announced as the creator behind Balance 023. The project came about as a way for him to celebrate his 20th year of DJing. He recently described his concept to Balance Music, saying:

"The concept is to pull together the records that have really stood the test of time and also the records that were the ‘real moments’ from each year. Some of these are underground hits, others forgotten gems that club kids and DJ’s from now should really know about and enjoy. Going from my early years as a resident at Ministry’s "Open all Hours," where I played everything from ambient to techno, to my DJ sets with Joel Martin as Quiet Village where we played Led Zeppelin at festivals such as the Big Chill, to the heady nights at the Panorama Bar and Berghain which are still on-going, I wanna present the best of the best and try and piece my music journey together from the last 20 years."

Better Business with Net Impact and Green Drinks Miami Event 3/7/13

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Better Business with Net Impact and Green Drinks Miami Event
netimpactThursday, March 7, 2013, 6:00pm until 8:00pm
Lagniappe House
3425 NE 2nd. Avenue
Miami, Florida 33137
Facebook Link

Come meet the great nominees from the "Better Business with Net Impact" Service Corp project, learn which nominee will be chosen to receive a free consulting project from Net Impact, and sign up to be on the project team.

Plus, enjoy drinks while networking with the nominee organizations, Green Drinks Miami & The Beaches, and Net Impact

Our wonderful Co-Host will be Green Drinks Miami & The Beaches!

Our great Nominee Organizations are:
Omni Parkwest Redevelopment Association  
S.O.I.L.   
Youth L.E.A.D. Miami  

Join us and be a part of making "Better Business with Net Impact"

Fabulous Miami Multichamber of Commerce Event at Hilton Downtown Miami 3/6/13

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Multichamber of Commerce Event  at Hilton Downtown Miami
event1Wednesday, March 6th, 2013, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
Hilton Miami Downtown Hotel
1601 Biscayne Blvd

Members $10 in advance and $15 at the door (cash only)
Non-members $15 in advance and $20 at the door (cash only)
rsvp@fabulousmiami.com by Monday, March 4th 2013

Dress Code: Business Attire

Valet will be $10 and self parking $8 both with validation

Includes: A complimentary drink courtesy of Vodka Status and appetizers for an hour. Special Belly Dance presentation by Belly2Abs.

The Chambers of Argentina,Camacol, Coconut Grove,Colombia, Chile, Greater Doral, Downtown Miami & Brickell, Ecuador, Haiti, Honduras, Junior Chamber International, Medley,Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Sweetwater, along with Brickell Rotary Club, invite you to celebrate the monthly multi chamber of commerce networking event. Mix and mingle with local professionals, promote your business, share your ideas, expand your network and have fun!

Selections from the PrintZero Studios Exchange #8 Opening reception 3/9/13

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Selections from the PrintZero Studios Exchange #8 Opening reception
wiesblott_monica1Wednesday, March 6, at 5 p.m.
University of Miami, College of Arts and Sciences Gallery,
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables, FL

Exhibition on view March 6 – March 22, 2013

The University of Miami and PrintZero Studios present an international exhibition of printmaking culled from the PrintZero Studios 8th Exchange at the CAS Gallery in the UM Coral Gables campus. The exhibition was juried by David Jones, Director of Anchor Graphics in Chicago IL and runs from March 6th – 22nd.

In celebration of the opening, there will be a reception on Wednesday, March 6th at 5pm.

A unique exhibition, the artwork is selected from a pool of over 275 artists from around the world who participate in the yearly PrintZero Studios Exchange. Artists who participate in the exchange each produce 15 prints, which are traded amongst the other artist participants. Each artist receives a portfolio of 13 artworks back. Two prints from the artist’s edition are kept for archive and exhibition. From these, our juror selected 30 prints  for the exhibition

The exhibition includes work by John Bergmeier, Marie-France Bertrand, Betsy Best-Spadaro, Jessica Christy, Erin Close, Maritza Davila, David Donovan, James Ehlers, Julie Evanoff, Monica Farrar, Amy Foltz, Janette Fu, Diana Hatchitt, Bridget Henry, Matthew Hopson-Walker, Jon Irving, Hyun-Jin Kim, Leigh Leighton-Wallace, Poli Marichal, David Mohallatee, Clarissa Plank, Eileen Rafferty, Andrea Schumacher, Amaryllis Siniossoglou, Susan T. Smith, Catherine Sollman, Jonathan Stewart, Amy Thompson, Linda Whitney, Monica Weisblott. A catalog of the work has been published in conjunction with the exhibition. The catalog was designed by J. Brad Sturm and can be ordered online.  

Miami Metropolitan International Fashion Week 4/25/13-4/27/13

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Miami Metropolitan International Fashion Week
mmifwApril 25, 2013, 7pm
SET Nightclub Miami
320 Lincoln RdMiami Beach, FL 33139
7:00pm: Doors Open
8:00pm: Evelli by Susan Panter(United States)
8:30pm: Nigerian Fashion Council (Nigeria)
9:00pm: Agragrami Fashion House (Singapore)
9:30pm: A Renee Fashion (United States)
10:0pm: Pista A Jornada (United States)
After-Party at SET

April 26, 2013, 7pm
Doré South Beach
1669 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
7:00pm: Doors Open
8:00pm: Dancing Dolls UK(England)
8:30pm: Kirsten Regalado Gowns (United States/Philippines)
9:00pm: Anastasia Sagalovich (United States/Russia)
9:30pm: Beautiful People Couture (Dubai)
10:00pm: Yvette Elfawal (United States/Egypt)
After-Party at SET

April 27, 2013, 7pm
SET Nightclub Miami
320 Lincoln Rd
Miami Beach, FL 33139
7:00pm: Doors Open
8:00pm: Adoro Swimwear (United States/Cuba)
8:30pm: Montce Swimwear (United States)
9:00pm: Smooch Boutique (Canada)
9:30pm: Cuban Rice by Cristy Rice (United States/Cuba)
10:00pm: JoJo Beach Wear (United States)
After-Party at SET
http://mmifw.com

Miami’s fashion scene will be in full speed when the highly successful, second-annual Miami Metropolitan International Fashion Week (MMIFW), hits Wynwood. Socialites, fashionistas, and VIP’s will be amerced in a three-day fashion extravaganza featuring daywear, eveningwear, and swimwear designers from around the world and special appearances and performances by celebrities, which in 2012 included Real Housewives of Miami star, Karent Sierra, and El Fashion Guru, Carlos Mejia.

MMIFW, a brainchild of co-founders Maxine Viktor and Philip Stienstra of PASA Event Productions, was created in 2012 to celebrate highly talented, yet little-know international and local designers, that needed a push to launch his/her brand. In its inaugural year, 17 designers from 11 countries including United States, Argentina, Brazil, Lebanon Russia, Saudi Arabia and Guatemala, were showcased. Many of whom, garnered great success after the event, including: evening gown designer, Abeyo & Marqz, who created Basketball Wives L.A. star, Malaysia Pargo, gown for the 2012 ESPY Awards; swimwear designer, Maya Swimwear, who has been featured in Sports Illustrated, Self magazine and Telemundo 51’s morning segment; and accessories designer Candy Woolley, who was featured on CNN Español and Univision and in US Weekly.

This year, MMIFW will raise the bar even higher, equipped with a new venue, new designers and technology-based interactive elements, which include LED lights and El Wire, making the runway a visually stimulating experience, with models and without.  “Our goal this year is to lead off of the success of the 2012 MMIFW, by creating a fashion installation that transcends all preconceived barriers of the fashion industry and opens the doors for little-known designers and models,“ says co-founder, Maxine Viktor, “In doing so, we believe fashion is just part of the experience.”
The 2013 lineup of swimwear, eveningwear and daywear designers will feature fashion-forward runway shows, performances, food and drink sponsors and after parties at high-end Wynwood locations. Designers showing include: Susan Panter, Pista a Jornada, Agragrami Fashion House, Model Mayhem, Dancing Dollsuk, Yadotsa and The Smooch Boutique.

Notable 2012 Miami Metropolitan International Fashion Week Designers
Candy Woolley:  After featuring her pieces at MMIFW, Candy, an accessory designer, was featured on CNN Español, Univision and in US Weekly. Reality star and designer, Kourtney Kardashian, was also seen wearing one of her pieces.

Abeyo & Marqz: After showcasing it’s evening wear designs at MMIFW, Abeyo & Marqz designed Basketball Wives L.A. star, Malaysia Pargo’s gown for the 2012 ESPY Awards.

Maya Swimwear: After having it’s designs strutted down the MMIFW runway, Maya Swimwear was featured in Sports Illustrated magazine, Self magazine, US Weekly, NBC 6 and Telemundo. Maya Swimwear also has garnered a celebrity following, with stars like Hayden Panettiere, Kristin Cavalleri and Vanessa Minillo all wearing it’s cute swimwear.

10th Anniversary International Women’s Day 3/8/13

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10th Anniversary International Women’s Day
worldtradeFriday, March 8, 11:30 a.m.
World Trade Center Miami
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel
711 NW 72nd Ave.
Miami 33126

The luncheon is $50 per person and $500 per table.
RSVP ideally by March 1. Email info@worldtrade.org  or call 305-871-7910.

Celebrate women in South Florida who have made a difference in international business and in the community.

World Trade Center Miami (www.worldtrade.org ) celebrates International Women’s Day, Friday, March 8, by honoring four women for their outstanding accomplishments in international business and contributions to South Florida at a luncheon at the DoubleTree by Hilton.

2013 Honorees
â–ª    Jennifer Carroll, Lt. Governor, State of Florida
â–ª    Conchita Muñoz, Founder, Director & CEO ACC10, Inc. Government of
     Catalonia
â–ª    Romaine Seguin, President, UPS Americas Region
â–ª    Rebeca Sosa, Chairwoman, Miami-Dade County Board of County
     Commissioners
 
Speaker & Awardee: Jennifer Carroll, Lt. Governor, State of Florida 
 
The idea of an International Women’s Day first arose at the turn of the century, when in 1909, the first National Women’s Day was observed in the United States. By 1910, 100 women from 17 countries, who had gathered in Copenhagen, unanimously approved a proposal to establish an annual Women’s Day to honor the women’s rights movement and to support universal suffrage for women.

International Women’s Day (www.internationalwomensday.com) has assumed a global dimension for women in developed and developing countries and has been celebrated by the United Nations (UN) since 1975. The UN’s annual commemoration serves to focus attention on the rights of women around the world, and highlights women’s issues globally and focuses on their achievements.

In 2004, the World Trade Center Miami decided to sponsor this event annually to recognize women who have inspired others to make major achievements in international business. More than 400 international executives attend the event each year.

Sponsors: Association of Floral Importers of Florida; Boeing; Consulate General of Canada; Enterprise Florida; Greater Miami Convention and Visitor’s Bureau; Miami International Airport; PortMiami; Seaboard Marine; SeaFreight; TYLIN International/HJ Ross; UPS; and Shake A Leg. 

John Dowd unveils his new “Florida Nocturne” series 3/9/13

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John Dowd unveils his new “Florida Nocturne” series
Saturday, 03/09/2013, 06:00 pm – 09:00 pm
Dowd_final_frontWilliams McCall Gallery
110 Washington Avenue, CU-3,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

Artist Reception and Exhibition. John Dowd’s “Florida Nocturne” is an exquisite series of 10 dreamlike oil-on-linen paintings of Miami’s ubiquitous one-story mid-twentieth century homes. Draped in Miami’s evocative, signature moonlight, these paintings take viewers on a voyeuristic journey to an imagined life behind the walls. Dowd’s work is a synthesis of his interest in light, place, and mood.

Dowd received a degree in architecture at Notre Dame and further advanced his studies in Rome. His work has been exhibited throughout the country with numerous works held in private, corporate and museum collections. He was awarded the Altman Prize “Grand Prize for Landscape“ from the National Academy of Design. Dowd currently resides in Provincetown and New York City.

KCC Productions presents LeNard Rutledge at Sweet Saloon with Lou-Lou Davila-Hagopian 3/7/13

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KCC Productions presents LeNard Rutledge at Sweet Saloon with Lou-Lou Davila-Hagopian
Thursday, 03/07/2013, 09:00 pm – 11:30 pm
lenardMoonchine/Sweet Saloon
7100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33140
More Info Link

Miami-born LeNard Rutledge brings his robust vocals to Sweet Saloon, 7100 Biscayne, March 7, 9-12, in a soul-stirring evening of eclectic jazz. Often compared to legendary Lou Rawls, Rutledge’s silky voice is backed up by Miami musical heavyweights Mike Orta on keyboard, Don Wilner on bass, Abner Torres on drums, and a surprise special guest on sax. In response to the 2006 release of his first independent album, Hello World, the Miami New Times voted Rutledge Best Jazz Artist of the Year. Rutledge’s silky voice and classy elegance have made him one of the most sought-after vocal talents in contemporary jazz.

Lou-Lou Davila-Hagopian’s art comes from just plain down-to-earth music and amazing musicians playing hard, not to mention her Afro-Puerto Rican roots. She can best be described as a frustrated musician who paints music; she will be painting during the music, to capture LeNard’s work on canvas. Her works were recently chosen to be exhibited at the Miami Beach Arts Gala, where one painting served as cover art for the invitation and program, at the Stage Door Theater for a Christmas fund-raiser, Viernes Culturales, and at MaiArt night in the Design District.

Housed in Moonchine’s mezzanine is Miami’s best kept secret, The Sweet Saloon. This unique combination lounge and dessert bar is the perfect fusion of Dj’s spinning, Live music, Unique entertainment and Beautiful people. The saloons menu is perfect for those seeking after hour munchies. Here, food and drink aficionados are offered an array of sweet, salty, and spicy delicacies. Imagine devouring a Chocolate Bomb or delighting your senses with a Tuna Tataki, lightly grilled with some tangy Ponzu sauce. If you are wondering if this main-stream saloon is for the sweet or the spicy we suggest you check it out for yourself.

Irie Foundation and The Motivational Edge Present The Art Of Lyrical Expression, A Student Graduation and Performance 3/14/13

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Irie Foundation and The Motivational Edge Present The Art Of Lyrical Expression, A Student Graduation and Performance
lyricalThursday, March 14, 2013 from 6-10pm
The Stage
170 NE 38th Street
Miami, FL 33137

The Irie Foundation and The Motivational Edge will present, The Art of Lyrical Expression, a Student Graduation and Performace. This event is open to the general public of all ages. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet DJ Irie and the graduating class as we celebrate this milestone and encourage excellence in education through the arts. Attendees will learn what The Motivational Edge and Irie Foundation’s partnership means for the youth and the community as a whole.  A suggested $20 donation automatically enters guests into raffles for various prizes including an hotel getaway, gift cards, DJ lessons, guitar classes and more! The silent auction will include a “Miami Heat Experience” – including 2 tickets and a meet and greet with DJ Irie, an exotic car rental, 5-Course Dinner for Two (offered by Chef Max Hardy), signed memorabilia and much more! Chef Max will also be providing food for the first 100 guests!
 
Aligned in its efforts to utilize music and the arts as a motivational and educational tool for today’s youth, the Irie Foundation and The Motivational Edge have joined forces to provide under-resourced Miami youth with a creative and safe outlet for musical expression and the opportunity to showcase their talents at events such as this one.
 
“The IRIE Foundation is thrilled to support the Motivational Edge and be a part of the Q1 Graduation. We see so much talent and potential in the kids participating in the program and we are committed to doing what we can to let that their talent shine!”
 
"The youth are preparing dillegently and are very excited for the opportunity to perform and show everyone just how hard they have worked over the last few months,” said Ian Welsch, The Motivational Edge Founder/CEO. “Many of our kids never imagined to have an opoortunity like this, and the beautiful thing is that this is just the tip of the iceberg, as they are now on the road to succes!”
 
Thank you to our generous sponsors for supporting this event and ensuring it’s a success! RKE Law Group, Vitamin Water, Miami Society of Young Philanthropists and MC Customs.
Please RSVP to Info@TheMotivationalEdge.org or call 305.350.3950.  We hope to see you there!

Purple Line Opening 3/8/13-3/9/13

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Purple Line Opening
purplelineMarch 8 – March 9, 11:00am to 11:00pm
Purple Line | U+Transit Train Station
3651 NE 2nd Ave
Miami, FL.

Miami’s New Community Built Train Station Pops Up March 8th and 9th.

Experience a Miami Transit Station as it could be.

See some of the area’s best artwork, confess your innermost transit woes and dreams, enjoy live music and more — All while we welcome you aboard The Purple Line.

For more information: www.purplelinemiami.com
#thetrainiscoming

The Den at Purple Line Miami Presented by Mixed Media Collective and The Black Key Group 3/8/13-3/9/13

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The Den at Purple Line Miami Presented by Mixed Media Collective & The Black Key Group
thedenpurpleFriday, March 8 from 4-12 pm and Saturday, March 9 from 10am-10pm.
Purple Line Station
3650 NE 2nd ave
Miami, FL 33137
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Purple Line Transit Station is a pop up installation in between Miami’s Design District and Wynwood neighborhoods. The station is positioned to bring awareness to the need for improved public transportation systems in Miami by giving the community the experience of a metropolitan transit scene.

With that in mind, The Black Key Group and Mixed Media Collective invite you to The Art and Listening Den. Come by and Shop the Den stocked with vinyls, CDs, stickers and other merch from your favorite bands, like Afrobeta, Krisp, Jacob Jeffries Band, Suenalo, Bright Light Social Hour, ArtOfficial, Spam Allstars and He’s My Brother, She’s My Sister.

Live Performances By:
Ketchy Shuby- March 8th @ 6pm
Afrobeta- March 9th @ 7pm

The Den Hours:
March 8, 2013: 4:00 PM-12:00 AM
March 9, 2013: 10:00 AM-10:00 PM

LISTA Emerging Technology Leadership Summit and Campeones Awards 2013 3/4/13-3/5/13

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LISTA Emerging Technology Leadership Summit and Campeones Awards 2013
675Monday and Tuesday March 4th and 5th, 2013, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus
Chapman Auditorium Room 3210
300 N.E. 2nd Avenue
Miami, 33132
Buy Tickets Online

Latinos in  Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA ) and My Business Matchesâ„¢(MBM)
to hold a Business Matchmaking Event for the South Florida Region.
 
Emerging Technology Leadership Summit in Miami Beach, Florida on March 4th and 5th, 2013, at the Miami Dade College – Wolfson Campus
 
The business matchmaker will allow suppliers to engage in fifteen minute, face-to-face quality meetings with Supplier Diversity Specialists from government agencies and Fortune 500 companies. Business matchmaking sessions provide a forum for suppliers to discuss contract opportunities and develop business relationships with buyers.
 
" These are truly exciting times as we see fantastic opportunities for the Latino tech community. Miami continues to grow into a central hub of technology for Latin America so why not have the Emerging Technology Leadership Summit in Florida Now," said Jose Marquez-Leon, National CEO and President of LISTA." We know that in Miami there are many Latino tech businesses and LISTA and Business Matches will be the bridge between them, corporate and latin america.
 
President and CEO of My Business Matchesâ„¢, Jeff Vigil, said, "As a Latino in the technology sector I look forward to attending this summit. Brining a community of technology innovators together with corporations and agencies will open the door for Latino companies to access contract opportunities and new ventures."
 
The Emerging Technology Summit will feature top technology, diversity and inclusion executives from corporate America as speakers and panelists. In addition, networking events will include some of the leading technology leaders from across the country that have direct knowledge of issues Latino techs are facing through out the United States. It will also include exhibition booths, VIP receptions, and the Campeoñes de Nuestra Comunidad Awards, recognizing community leaders.

The Hangar Hosts Free Preview of Design District’s First Tango Opera 3/9/13

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The Hangar Hosts Free Preview of Design District’s First Tango Opera
FGO-SecondSatMarch 9, 2013, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
The Hangar Gallery
2235 NW 2nd Ave
Miami, FL 33127
Performances are scheduled to take place at 7:30 p.m., 8:20 p.m., and 9:10 p.m.

Florida Grand Opera (FGO) and THE HANGAR host an Opera Preview of the Design District’s very first operatic production during Second Saturday Art Walk on March 9 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Designed to give the community a taste of Florida Grand Opera’s anticipated Design District debut, the evening will feature selections from the company’s tango-themed double bill – Robert Xavier Rodriguez’s Tango and Ástor Piazzolla’s María de Buenos Aires – as well as popular arias performed by the company’s Young Artist Studio alongside a Steinway piano sponsored by Steinway & Sons Miami.

Performances will take place every hour amid THE HANGAR’s current exhibition “Miami Minds,” a mix media show depicting Miami’s graffiti subculture as well as portraits breaking conventional standards of appearance.

Guests will enjoy an evening of sultry arias, art installations, and complimentary cocktails courtesy of Little Black Dress Vodka. The event is FREE and open to the public with RSVP. To RSVP, email rsvp@fgo.org or call 305-854-1643 ext. 1211.

Second Annual Miami Film Month March 2013

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MiamiFilmMonth2013Second Annual Miami Film Month
March 1 – 31, 2013

Internationally Renowned for its Spectacular Film Festivals, Art Cinemas and Success as a Film Destination, Greater Miami and the Beaches Invites You to Celebrate its Second Annual Miami Film Month

From highly anticipated Hollywood box office blockbusters to international indies, Greater Miami and the Beaches continues to play a starring  role in films on the silver and small screens.  To celebrate, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) will host its second annual Miami Film Month, March 1 – 31, 2013.

Greater Miami and the Beaches is rolling out the red carpet for its residents and visitors as Miami Film Month offers March moviegoers significant discounts with ticket prices as low as $6 (up to 47 percent savings) at participating venues.  Consumers will want to keep their ticket stubs as the GMCVB is giving away four Grand Prize one-year memberships to participating art cinemas. To enter for a chance to win, consumers take pictures of three movie ticket stubs from different participating theaters and submit their photos via the Visit Miami Facebook page/tab.  In addition to the membership giveaways (one each week during the promotion), 20 runner-up winners will receive $25 gift cards.

For those who prefer to schmooze, there are festival parties to make an appearance at including the Artopia at the Coral Gables Museum on February 28, the Miami International Film Festival Pyrat Awards on March 9 at the Freedom Tower and the newly established FIU Media Arts Festival set to take place on March 26, 2013 at 420 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach.

“It’s anything but quiet on the set here in Greater Miami and the Beaches. We have worked with more big Hollywood studios, art directors and independent film producers this year than ever before and the demand continues to grow,” said William D. Talbert III, CDME, president and CEO of the GMCVB. “It’s no wonder more productions and film festivals from around the globe are looking to bring their shoots and screening events here. Our sandy white beaches and stunning cityscape combined with our destination’s accommodations and amenities make for an ideal location.”

While March is officially Miami Film Month, the festivities happen year-round. Five new festivals have joined the credits this year making Miami and the Beaches home to 18 film festivals for residents and consumers to enjoy; the list of festivals participating in Miami Film Month follows.
·        American Black Film Festival
·        Borscht Film Festival
·        Brazilian Film Festival of Miami
·        CAJE Miami Jewish Film Festival
·        DocMiami International Film Festival
·        European Film Festival
·        FIU Media Arts Festival
·        France Cinema Floride
·        Italian Film Festival
·        Miami & the Beaches Environmental Film Festival
·        Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival
·        Miami International Film Festival
·        Miami Israel Film Festival
·        Miami Short Film Festival
·        Miami Wildlife Conservation Film Festival
·        Optic Nerve Film Festival
·        Sicilian Film Festival
·        Women’s International Film Festival

Art Cinemas participating again this year include:
·        Bill Cosford Cinema
·        Coral Gables Cinema
·        Miami Beach Cinematheque
·        O Cinema  Wynwood
·        O Cinema Miami Shores
·        Tower Theater

For more information regarding Miami Film Month festivities and participants, please visit its dedicated website at www.MiamiFilmMonth.com. To enter the online contest, visit GMCVB’s Facebook page – Visit Miami.

Miami Film Month is part of the Temptations programs developed by the GMCVB to allow all to enjoy the best that Miami and The Beaches  has to offer throughout the year at attractive prices. Miami Film Month is part of the successful playbook including Miami Spa Month, Miami Spice Restaurant Month, Miami Museum Month, Miami Attractions Month, Miami Romance Month, Shop Miami Month, Miami Golf Month and Miami Live Music Month.  For more information on the Temptations programs please visit www.MiamiTemptations.com .

15 Minutes of Fame Angels of Reality Film Reality Show at Diamond Strike Lanes 3/7/13

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15 Minutes of Fame Angels of Reality Film Reality Show at Diamond Strike Lanes
Thursday, March 7th, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. 
Diamond Strike Lanes
2200 N. Federal Highway
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
www.diamondstrikelanes.com

Price: $10 per person

The “Angels of Reality” have descended on South Florida and are filming an episode of their hit French television series on Thursday, March 7th at Diamond Strike Lanes in Pompano Beach. In its fourth season, the show takes a group of French reality TV stars and puts them up in a “dream house” as they pursue careers in the modeling, entertainment and fashion industries in the United States.
 
Locals are invited to make a TV cameo and bowl with these celebrities from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. for only $10 a person while enjoying buy-one-get-one drink specials. Proceeds from the event will benefit the celebrities’ pet charity in France which is helping build a school in Senegal.

Since 1959, Diamond Strike Lanes has been the number one epicenter of entertainment for all ages in South Florida. Located in Pompano Beach, at 2200 N. Federal Highway, the 40,000 sqft. venue features 32 lanes, a dynamic arcade, video jukebox, pro shop, sound and light shows, a sports bar, restaurant and more.