El Main Evento 9/15/12

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El Main Evento
ElMainEvento_LogoSaturday September 15th 2012, 5PM – 10PM
Magic City Casino
450 NW 37th Ave
Miami, Florida 33126
http://burgerbeast.com/2012/08/21/come-out-to-a-mexican-celebration-el-main-evento/
 
Every 3rd Saturday of the month is the Wheelin’ Dealin’ Street Food Festival at Magic City Casino. BUT for September, it’s going to become EL MAIN EVENTO! We’re celebrating Mexican Independence Day with Mariachis, Mexican Wrestlers, Margaritas & a Burrito Eating Contest! All the Food Trucks will have all their regular menus along with Mexican Inspired Dishes.It all starts at 5PM on Saturday September 15th!
 
El Main Evento Food Truck Line-Up:
Boba Station
Bocaditos
Che Grill
Cheeseburger Baby
Cold Stone Creamery
Crazydilla
Daddy’s Grill
Dim Ssam a Gogo
El Rey de las Fritas
gastroPod
HipPOPs Handcrafted Gelato Bars
Korean BBQ Taco Box
Marlie’s Delights
The MexZican Gourmet
Miami Spice Grill
Ms. Cheezious
Nacho Bizness
Pincho Factory
Porkalicious
Purple People Eatery
Que Pinche Taco
The Rolling Stove
Sugar Yummy Mama
Taco Fresh
Taco Heat

Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale and Broward County Library present Shark Tales 9/22/12

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Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale and Broward County Library present Shark Tales
Shark-Tales-GH-image-scaled9/22/2012, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale
1 East Las Olas Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
www.moafl.org
 
The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale and Broward County Library are collaborating to present Shark Tales, an event celebrating September as National Library Card Sign-Up Month.  The event will feature free museum admission and family-friendly activities (think storytelling, face painting, movie showing and more).  On-site registration stations will offer convenient library card and museum membership sign-up.

Fabulous Miami presents Multi chamber of Commerce at El Sitio Restaurant 9/12/12

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Fabulous Miami presents Multi chamber of Commerce at El Sitio Restaurant
multichamberelsitioWednesday, September 12th, 2012, 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm
El Sitio
3480 Main Highway
Coconut Grove FL 33133

RSVP to rsvp@fabulousmiami.com by September 10th, 2012
Members $10, non-member $15 Valet parking Available

The Chambers of Argentina, Camacol, Coconut Grove, Colombia, Chile,Greater Doral, Downtown Miami & Brickell, Ecuador, Haiti, Honduras, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Poland,Sweetwater along with Brickell Rotary Club and Mexicanos en Miami invite you to celebrate their 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!

Appetizers from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm courtesy of El Sitio and a welcome drink courtesy of SX liquors to all guests

Bring your business card to participate in a raffle

Dress code: Business Attire

Miami’s 2nd Saturday Art Walk at Wine Vault 9/8/12

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Wine Vault Tapas Bar
resizecarpentersworkshopSaturday September 8th, 2012, 7pm – Midnight
Wine Vault Tapas Bar
3201 N Miami Ave #105
Miami, FL 33127
(the shops at midtown across from the fountain)

Feature Artist: Aithan Shapira
www.aithanshapira.com

the carpenter’s workshop, 2010, etching, sugarlift, 78 x 103 in

Shapira’s work challenges contemporaries to celebrate today’s cubist problem—the urgent need to know all you are not seeing, be simultaneously inside and outside, in history and the present. A first-generation American, Shapira is a rising artist exhibited among international museums and private collections. He lived and drew with Aboriginal Australians over three years, lectured at Harvard, The Royal College of Art, University of Sydney, and received the Daler-Rowney Prize for Drawing and Blanche E. Colman Award for Painting.

Aithan Shapira currently lives and works in Portland, OR and is represented there byFroelick Gallery.

Photographs of Noir et Blanc A Cocktail Gathering Amongst Friends at Wine Vault Tapas Bar on 9/5/12

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Noir et Blanc A Cocktail Gathering Amongst Friends at Wine Vault Tapas Bar on Wednesday, September 5, 2012. What a wonderful Wednesday evening event hosted by Mykel Stevens, Elsie Peralta, Arlay Regueiro, Rick Morgan, Nick Betancourt, Sebrina Cohen, Tony Lima, Karri Elizabeth and music by Karri ON.   This is a weekly event every Wednesday from 7pm – 12am with happy hour til 9pm (of course subject to change).

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Burger Beast’s 4 Year Blogiversary 9/10/12

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Burger Beast’s 4 Year Blogiversary
Monday September 10, 2012, 6 P.M.
4yrBBBlogiversaryPincho Factory
9860 Southwest 40th Street
Miami, FL 33165
http://burgerbeast.com

BurgerBeast.Com will be celebrating its 4 year Blogiversary on Monday September 10th at Pincho Factory (9860 SW 40th Street) in Westchester from 6 to 10 P.M. A Special Menu will be available that night at Pincho Factory from some of the Beast’s Favorite Restaurants and Food Trucks including Pincho Factory, Blue Collar, The Flying Saucer and HipPOPs Handcrafted Gelato Bars. All items will be sold ala carte. The full menu will be available on BurgerBeast.Com the Monday of the event.

As a special treat for those who attend, the Brand Spanking New Chat Chow TV produced web show “The Grinder” hosted by Burger Beast will be previewed at the event.

New Cabaret Show at Dominique Bistro Club 9/8/12

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New Cabaret Show at Dominique Bistro Club
Saturday, September 8, starting at 9:30 pm
montserratDominique Bistro Club
1451 South Miami Ave
Miami, Florida
reservations are stongly recommended at 305 371 8859.

with Singer Montserrat Franco
 
Every Saturday starting at 9:30 pm Dominique Bistro Club of Brickell presents Series of Cabaret Style Performances by Chanteusse Montserrat Franco.

Dominique offers traditional French specialties besides the well known Miami Spice Menu priced at $35.00 for a 3 course meal and dessert.  The Bistro also offers selected wines and a full bar.  
Montserrat Franco performs few sets of all time classic songs in English and French from the 1950’s to the up beat rhythms during late dinner.  The show is free and open to the public.
http://www.dominiquebistro.com/   http://www.montserratfranco.com/
(Attached picture credit Photographer Gary James)
 
Nuevo Cabaret Show en Dominique Bistro Club de Brickell
              con la Cantate Montserrat Franco
 
Cada sabado desde las 9:30 pm Dominique Bistro Club presenta el Show de Cabaret con la Cantante Montserrat Franco.  Dominique Bistro Club esta localizado en 1451 South Miami Ave. Miami, Florida y las reservas pueden realizarse al telefono 305 371 8859.  Dominique ofrece un Menu de especialidades de la cocina Francesa ademas del bien conocido Menu de Miami Spice con 3 platos y postre incluidos por $35.00.   Ademas el Bistro cuenta con una amplia seleccion de Vinos y Full Bar.
Montserrat Franco canta en Ingles y Frances obras clasicas de todos los tiempos durante la Cena Show.  No se cobra un cargo adicional por derecho a espectaculo.
http://www.dominiquebistro.com/  http://www.montserratfranco.com/
(Foto adjunta credito del fotografo Gary James)

#SeaTweetup Meet and Tweet at Beach Lounge Bar 9/19/12

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#SeaTweetup Meet & Tweet at Beach Lounge Bar
Wednesday, September 19, 2012, 6:30pm until 9:30pm
seatweetupbannerBeach Lounge Bar
18090 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles, Florida 33160
RSVP on Facebook

The @SeaTweetup committee is hosting a #SeaTweetup Meet & Tweet on Wednesday, September 19th at Beach Lounge Bar in Sunny Isles!

We invite you to join us for a free welcome drink and happy hour priced drinks from 6:30 – 9:30pm while learning about the #SeaTweetup setting sail on October 12, 2012.

Have you heard about #SeaTweetup but aren’t sure about booking your spot? We’ll explain everything from logistics to our one-of-a-kind sponsor parties and benefits, to speakers and speaking topics. Committee members will be on-site to answer any questions you may have. Plus, it’s a great way to find a potential roommate if you haven’t already.

So come join the fun as we mix, mingle, and tweet with new friends and catch up with old friends in a convenient location for Dade and Broward residents!

***FREE PARKING***

Follow us @SeaTweetup and tweet with #SeaTweetup

Reserve your spot at www.seatweetup.com

Thanks to our sponsors:
Norwegian Cruise Line
Bacardi
MillerCoors
Epic Hotel
Visit the Bahamas
Kaufman, Rossin & Co.
MDG Advertising

#SeaTweetup committee members:
Kristine McGlinchey – @CruiseNorwegian @K_McGlinchey
Marisa Scime – @CruiseNorwegian @MarisaScime
Rich Tucker – @CruiseDeals @RichTucker
James Echols – @SoulofMiami
Annette Peikert – @thepumagirl
Jeff Cohen – @IAmJeffCohen
Sebastian Rusk – @sebrusk @SocialBuzzTV
Rochelle Gapere – @roriffic @SocialEsquire
Aubrey Swanson – @AubreySwanson @AUBOOMMedia

Wynwood Kitchen & Bar Unveils New Menu

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Hamachi Ceviche

South Beach will never cease to attract South Florida’s artistas, fashionistas, film buffs, and foodies, but it’s nice to see that Miami is growing up and offering a variety of neighborhoods for those who seek out culture…and great food. These days Americans and Miamians are thinking about about food in ways previously unimagined, and any new ‘hood or district that plans on attracting Miami’s culture-seekers are almost compelled to offer good places to eat. Wynwood Arts District has already been drawing in locals and tourists, alike, for years with its rows of contemporary art galleries amid a gritty grid of warehouses that manages to retain a somewhat edgy, young, and pre-gentrified vibe. Previously devoid of even a place to grab a cup of coffee, Wynwood now offers two independent (and very good) coffee bars, several watering holes, and a handful of good eateries like Wynwood Kitchen & Bar.

Having debuted during Art Basel 2010, Wynwood Kitchen & Bar quickly became the place to dine while visiting the galleries in Miami’s arts district. The restaurant’s doors are located right next to the famous Wynwood Walls – a collection of murals and courtyards that is better experienced than explained – and the restaurant’s exteriors, including its al fresco dining, seem to be halfway incorporated into the art installation. Even graffiti artist Shepard Fairey’s politically-charged black, red, and white murals that occupy a full “Wynwood wall” are reiterated inside the restaurant’s bar, which is plastered with the artist’s signature posters. Wynwood Kitchen & Bar feels as if it is part of Wynwood and was born out of the creative energy that hums throughout the entire district, rather than being a restaurant that was just plopped into a row of art galleries.

Executive Chef Miguel Aguilar’s cuisine also feels like something that would just come organically out of Miami – a sophisticated menu with an emphasis on small plates that is heavily influenced by Miami’s very Latin culture. Dishes like ropa vieja empanadas, queso frito, and black bean soup ring familiar with many Miami natives, and ingredients like Manchego cheese, piquillo peppers, tomatillo, and ají amarillo demonstrate that Chef Aguilar has taken on a pan-Latino approach to his cuisine utilizing ingredients from throughout the Spanish speaking world. The restaurant has recently introduced several new additions to the menu that continue with the global Latino trend, as well as a cocktail list inspired by the many artists whose work graces the walls of Wynwood Kitchen & Bar.

Pork Rillettes

For those who are always on the lookout for interesting cocktails, the artist-inspired cocktail menu offers a selection of libations that are each more intriguing than the other. The Shepard Fairey, a perfectly refreshing choice for the Pisco lover, consists of Pisco Porton, St. Germain, simple syrup, pineapple, and lime mint (a citrusy variety of the herb). The Nunca offers a bit more of a bite from the inclusion of grapefruit juice and Campari to a concoction of Absolut Ruby Red vodka and yuzu. Perhaps the most interesting cocktail that I sampled from Wynwood Kitchen & Bar’s menu is the Barry McGee, containing Bluecoat gin, hibiscus syrup, basil, lemon juice, and soda. The juniper quality of the gin plays very well with the anisette-like basil and tart, floral notes of the hibiscus, while the splash of soda water makes the whole cocktail positively refreshing and ideal for a summer evening.

Chef Aguilar’s new menu items include dishes that offer innovative little spins on classics, which can be most noticed in his Latin Caesar salad consisting of romaine hearts tossed in a chipotle spiked Caesar dressing just hot enough to tickle the back of one’s throat and topped with what appear to be conventional croutons but are, in fact, crispy fried cubes of polenta. A hamachi ceviche, more similar in form to a tiradito, is meltingly tender and comes dressed with an ají amarillo and mango sauce dotted with red and green jalapeño, red onion and cilantro. Lacking in the acidity of a traditional ceviche or tiradito, the sweetness of the mango purée dominates and brings out the subtle flavors of the fish. Choosing to go for a Mexican presentation rather than a Peruvian, Chef Aguilar accompanies his ceviche with house-made tortilla chips, which offer a delightful textural contrast to the softness of the fish. A simpler dish of fried oysters with avocado purée shows the chef’s masterful execution of frying shellfish – the oysters are just cooked through and still silky and tender. The avocado purée, probably inspired by Venezuelan guasacaca, is a perfect dipping sauce, and its creaminess and slight tang beautifully contrast and accentuate the flavors and textures of the oysters.

Thin strips of pork belly rubbed with adobo offer crispy exteriors that give way to a melt-in-your-mouth combination of tender pork and creamy fat – a combination that any pork lover daydreams about. The accompanying lightly seasoned black lentil and diced sweet potato salad provides a bit of starch to soak up the richness, as well as a contrasting coolness and a pleasant mélange of earthy and sweet flavors. A dish of Pork rillettes on the menu can be misleading, although one can see it as a Latino interpretation of a French classic. Diners expecting traditional rillettes will experience a brief moment of disappointment before becoming immediately delighted by this Latin-inspired variation that more closely resembles Cuban lechon asado (tender roast suckling pig). A veritable brick of pulled pork arrives at the table encased in a crispy crust that breaks away easily and is floating in a slightly sweet and smoky roasted tomatillo sauce drizzled with chili oil. It is simply addicting and perhaps the best dish on Chef Aguilar’s new menu.

Artichokes al Padron is a vegetarian dish that is probably my second favorite dish at Wynwood Kitchen & Bar. Fresh cooked artichoke hearts are halved with their tender stems attached and topped with a julienne of roasted mild shishito and piquillo peppers, a creamy aioli, and cotija cheese. The dish very much conveys a Spanish taste and mouthfeel while utilizing ingredients from Asia, Mexico, and the Mediterranean. Another vegetarian dish of Bok Choy Salteado makes for an excellent side dish or can stand alone as an entrée; it offers definite Asian flavors with the addition of julienned carrots, chopped peanuts, cilantro, and Vietnamese nuoc cham.

New desserts at Wynwood Kitchen & Bar can be quite decadent, such as a molten chocolate cake served inside a ramekin and intensely flavored with ancho chile and Mexican cinnamon with a scoop of vanilla ice cream to cut the richness. However, a Latin variation on a tiramisù, aptly called a Latin Misu, is surprisingly light in spite of how heavy it sounds: tres leches, espresso-soaked lady fingers, and lightly torched Italian meringue topping. A white chocolate bread pudding offers a perfect balance between firm and custardy, has a great variation of texture from soft to slightly chewy, and is topped with a lightly tangy guava sauce that pairs so wonderfully with the rest of the dessert.

In our new foodie-driven culture, it’s evident that any great neighborhood needs great places to eat, and Wynwood is no exception. With restaurants like Wynwood Kitchen & Bar, as well as other new eateries and cafés in the area, it’s possible that Miami’s arts district will soon become Miami’s new dining destination.

Wynwood Kitchen & Bar
2550 Northwest 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33127
(305) 722-8959
www.wynwoodkitchenandbar.com

photo credits: Brustman Carrino PR

Sean Paul At Revolution Live 10/11/12

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Sean Paul At Revolution Live
Thursday, October 11, 2012, 9pm
Revolution Live
100 Sw Third Ave.
Ft. Lauderdale, Fl

Tickets at The Revolution Live Box Office (No Fees at Revolution Box Office), www.livenation.com And All Ticketmaster Outlets Or Charge By Ph0ne: 800-745-3000

Prices $26.50 – Advance

$28.00 – Day Of Show

General Admission – All Ages

Dancehall superstar Sean Paul began scoring hit singles in Jamaica and steadily began attracting international attention, eventually breaking into the pop mainstream with the album Dutty Rock. He began as a DJ after he started writing his own songs, patterning his style largely after Super Cat and finding a mentor in Don Yute; he also found contacts in several members of the reggae-pop band Third World, which helped open up business connections. Paul released his debut single, "Baby Girl," with producer Jeremy Harding; it proved a significant success, leading to further Jamaican hits like "Nah Get No Bly (One More Try)," "Deport Them," "Excite Me," "Infiltrate," and "Hackle Mi." Sean Paul then started to make inroads into American audiences; he was first commissioned to collaborate with fellow dancehall hitmaker Mr. Vegas on a production for rapper DMX; titled "Here Comes the Boom." Also, Paul scored a Top Ten hit on the Billboard rap charts with "Hot Gal Today." Dutty Rock followed by The Trinity were extremely successful with both albums peaking in the Top Ten of the album chart and featuring a handful of mainstream smashes. A little known fact about Sean Paul was that he was also a skilled athlete, excelling in swimming and especially water polo, playing for the Jamaican national team.

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

www.jointherevolution.net

David Castillo Gallery presents Adler Guerrier’s Here Place the Lever Reception 9/8/12

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David Castillo Gallery presents Adler Guerrier’s Here, Place the Lever. Reception
castilloSaturday, September 8, 6-9 pm
David Castillo Gallery
2234 NW 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL  33127

David Castillo Gallery is proud to present Here, Place the Lever, Adler Guerrier’s second solo exhibition with the gallery. Guerrier continues his investigation of urban landscape as performative people’s history in new photographs and drawings. Although sourced from Miami-Dade county, Here, Place the Lever is an open invitation to site non-specificity. Like Brian Massumi’s affective fact, Guerrier philosophizes a broader condition to which empirical fact only aspires. Guerrier reminds the viewer that the difference between wilderness and lawn rests only in the tedious construction of privacy, the indeterminacy between natural aerosol and digital storage device resolved by sociopolitical exposure to the delicate concept of cloud.
 
Merleau-Ponty identifies reversibility between phenomena such as seeing and being seen, or touching and being touched, that yields an experiential byproduct greater than that which one-dimensional exchange could allow. Here, Place the Lever is reversible language that beckons the viewer outside the comfort of personal space toward loaded contingency. The title is an invitation– an order– a dare. It is a gesture of support and a threat of instability, an adventure and a liability. It is public and private. It is the intimacy of presence and the abstraction of potential.
 
Here, Place the Lever is the abject, conceptualizing a difficult commons between subject and object populated by semiocapital, networked identity, digital culture and other symptoms of modernity. Guerrier’s commons is home to anxiety and contradiction as the flaneurial perspective that renders his artworks is both oversaturated and solitary. Guerrier does not photograph vernal grass without a glimpse of black water. His drawings do not reference the layered detritus of municipal walls, bus stops or billboards without the cultural weight that informs their production and perception. Guerrier pushes glimpses of urban landscape into a hypertrophic state beyond studio art practice. Indeed, his artworks are counter-protological, subverting aesthetics toward a socio-politics of the spatial commons referenced by their imagery. They are at once lyrically seductive and acutely cautionary against the entomology of "decadence," from the Latin cadere.
 
Here, Place the Lever is perhaps a subtle plea toward the empathy among bodies strategized by Italian Autonomist Franco "Bifo" Berardi and media theorist Geert Lovink as an antidote to contemporary estrangement and self-interest. "Media virtualization has destroyed the pleasure of touching each other and the pleasure of living in urban spaces," Bifo and Lovink write. With a lever of correct proportions, Archimedes claimed that he could lift the Earth. Wandering Guerrier’s urban landscapes, one cannot help but ponder whether ascendency lies in the lapsed human spirit, the insistence upon green in concrete.
 
Adler Guerrier was born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti and lives and works in Miami. He studied at the New World School of the Arts in Miami and has exhibited widely including The Whitney Biennial 2008, The Wolfsonian Miami Beach, Miami Art Museum, The Studio Museum in Harlem, Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami, and Tate Liverpool. The artist will have his first large-scale museum solo exhibition at the newly-designed Herzog & de Meuron Miami Art Museum in 2014. Guerrier’s work has appeared in the New York Times, Artnews, and Art in America, among numerous other publications. He was recently included in the exhibition Vanishing Points: Paint and Paintings from the Debra and Dennis Scholl Collection at the Harn Musuem of Art in Gainsville, FL, which originated at the Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach in 2011.

Free Beer Tasting 5 Belgians are People Too 9/10/12

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Free Beer Tasting #5: Belgians are People Too
belgiumMonday Sept 10 – 6p-8p
Gordon Biersch – Brickell
1201 Brickell Ave
Miami, Florida 33131
RSVP on Facebook

It’s often confused me as to why people like taking shots at Belgians. So what if they have no real distinct language and borrow from the Dutch and French? Imagine borrowing something from the French –ha! So what if they didn’t win any gold medals at the Olympics? They did win a bronze in women’s judo and a bronze in laser class sailing. Yes we know that it’s easy to poke fun at Belgians. Heck, the two largest groups of people there are the Flemish and the Walloons. Yup, Flems and Loons.  They kind of do it to themselves.   But today I want to make a stand.  I want to scream “Belgians are people too!” as loud as I can on the keyboard.  Not that I’m actually going anywhere to yell this you understand. I want us to focus on the fact that the Flems and Loons have feelings and most importantly, they have redeeming qualities.  I don’t know any except for their prowess in brewing. (If anyone can chime in with some redeeming Belgian qualities please let me know.) Even though Belgium is considered a “low county” it is deep in our hearts with brewing.
 
Simply put Belgians make great beer. Not only that, but we Americans have borrowed greatly from many styles of Belgian brewing.  So let’s put aside that Belgium has no famous athletes or world leaders.  Forget that they don’t even have their own language.  It’s not important that people use Belgium and Holland interchangeably although they are two independent countries.  Belgians make a fine beer and for that alone they should be respected and counted as people too. So join me in celebrating Belgian rights and respect from here on out. Let’s raise our glasses and toast these fine Belgian beers. Cheers to you our Belgian brethren; the Flems and the Loons!
 
Join us in celebrating Belgian Respect day this Monday September 10 at Gordon Biersch in Brickell.  We’ll be sampling Belgian beer and Belgian style beer from 6p-8p. I’d like to say we’ll be sampling some Belgian culinary delicacies, but we haven’t found any.  See you Monday for “Belgians Are People Too.”

Full Moon Party Pink Theme benefiting Glam A Thon 9/28/12

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Full Moon Party Pink Theme benefiting Glam A Thon
Friday Sept. 28th from 7-10pm
The Ritz Carlton
One North, Fort Lauderdale Beach
954-465-2300
7th Floor Tropical Pool Deck

Come celebrate the rising of the moon at the Ritz Carlton.
The event has NO cover charge and was rated "The Party" in Fort Lauderdale by Cande Nast Traveler.
Telescopes are provided to watch the moon rise over the Atlantic,
music supplied by DJ Rob Riggs for your dancing pleasure, and there are tarot card readings to find out about your future!
There are also $10.00 bar bites and drink specials!

The Theme is Pink!  (think of the movie Grease) so dress in PINK 50’s style for fun!
Guys are more than welcome to this event!  Invite everyone you know!
I went to check out the party last full moon and it was awesome!  SO many people! And the moon looked amazing over the water!

Want to drink to a good cause?
For a complimentary cocktail, just make a $10.00 donation to Glam A Thon!  A dynamic breast cancer charity dedicated to keeping all money raised here locally to women in need in our community.  The Glam girls will be on hand to tell you all about their cause.

If you are planning on driving, there is a discounted valet price of just $7.00!

See you there! 

Circ X Performs at the Fillmore Miami Beach 10/6/12

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Circ X Performs at the Fillmore Miami Beach
CircX1Saturday, October 6th
The Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 3313
http://www.circx.com

General Admission Tickets start at $36.50. There are also a limited number of tables and VIP Love Couches available for purchase by visiting the Fillmore Box Office or going to ticketmaster.com or fillmoremb.com or calling 800-745-3000.

Circ X, Miami based theatrical circus troupe, celebrate their 10 year Anniversary by producing a cabaret/circus spectacular at the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater, Saturday, October 6th at 9PM.  Established in 2002, Circ X has performed all over the world providing entertainment to a variety of clientele from Fortune 500 companies to independent night clubs and cabaret houses.  Now, as they approach their 10 year anniversary, they aim to produce a show on their own terms at one of Miami Florida’s most iconic theaters. 

Described as one part circus, two part burlesque, a pinch of class and a dash of trash, Circ X, Miami’s most provocative performance troupe, will produce a ‘retro-spectacle’, as they re visit some of their most popular numbers throughout the past decade and adapt them to the big stage.  "Usually we are performing at crowded  night clubs, make shift stages at corporate parties or even peoples living rooms,  performing at a venue like the Fillmore, will give us the opportunity to really revamp the past routines and have them realized at their full potential."  states Diana Lozano, founder and artistic Director for the company.

In addition to the larger production numbers, this evening will also feature work from the individual artist that make up the Circ X family.  Seasoned veterans in the Theater and Dance community such as Octavio Campos and Natasha Tsakos, will be contributing some of their personal creations as well as emerging artist such as Luis Cuevas, who recently premiered his work at the Hear and Now Festival through the Miami Light Project.

The Big Three Violin and Piano Sonatas UM Gusman Hall 9/22/12

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The Big Three Violin & Piano Sonatas – UM Gusman Hall.
Big Three Event PictureSaturday, September 22, 2012, at 8:00 p.m.
University of Miami’s Gusman Hall Frost School of Music
1314 Miller Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146

For more information, log on to www.friendsofmusicforhaiti@hotmail.com or call us at 786-288-6159/786-258-5289

Friends of Music Education for Haiti, Inc. will present a benefit concert in Gusman Hall located in the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music. The concert will feature violinist, Victoria Joseph, and pianist, Natasha Stojanovska, who will perform the violin and piano repertoire’s top three sonatas – Edvard Grieg’s Sonata No. 2 in G, Cesar Franck’s Sonata in A, and Richard Strauss’s Sonata in E-Flat.

All proceeds from this concert will go towards Friends of Music Education for Haiti’s initiatives to build

Haiti’s first professional music conservatory and performing arts center for children. Romel Joseph, the Juilliard-trained Haitian violinist who survived the devastating earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, is the Executive Director of Friends of Music Education for Haiti. His remarkable ordeal captivated audiences around the world through numerous media reports in the Miami Herald, the Washington Post, London Times, CBS Evening News with Katie Couric, BBC, and CNN. Legendary musician, Stevie Wonder, honored Mr.

Joseph by presenting him with his personal keyboard during a live interview on CNN.

Tickets to the concert are $10 and are available online at www.friendsofmusicforhaiti.org .

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

Natasha Stojanovska began her piano studies at the age of eight. She received her Bachelor’s in Piano Performance from Lynn University. Ms. Stojanovska has performed and won many awards and competitions in the US and abroad. She is currently obtaining her Master’s in Piano Performance at Indiana University.

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

Drawn from Within Opening Reception 9/15/12

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Drawn from Within – Opening Reception
Saturday, September 15, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
IMG_89731Miguel Rodez
4229 SW 75 Avenue, Second Floor
in the Bird Road Art District
Miami, FL   33155

Former Chair of Miami Dade’s Art in Public Places Trust Miguel Rodez opens new contemporary art gallery at the Bird Road Art District.  Rodez, who for years presided over the selection of artists for major public art projects in Miami Dade County, including the Arsht Center, Miami’s International Airport and various Metro Rail projects will now be selecting artists to exhibit at his own gallery.

The initial exhibit "Drawn from Within" will feature the artwork of ten outstanding artists who have reached within themselves to churn out some thought-provoking material in divergent styles.  This show explores the versatility of the drawing medium and includes feature works in graphite, ink and charcoal.
 
Featured artists include: Bartus Bartolomes, Tony Coro, Antonio Guerrero, Frank Izquierdo, Guillermo Portieles, Miguel Rodez Abel Rodriguez, Leon Rosenblatt, Jorge Santos,and Ana Maria Sarlat.

The gallery will open at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 15, 2012, to coincide with the Bird Road Art Walk.
The show is open to the public.

El Grito Celebrating the 202 anniversary of the independence of Mexico 9/15/12

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"El Grito" Celebrating the 202 anniversary of the independence of Mexico.
9/15/2012, 9:00pm
Flyer-15deSept-CazadoresKukaramakara
1250 S Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33130
facebook.com/MexicanosenMiami
RSVP: http://elgritomexicomiami.eventbrite.com/

Mexicanos en Miami will be hosting one of the best parties of the Mexican Independence Celebration in Miami. Among international friends,tequila and mariachi we will be celebrating the 202 anniversary of the independence of Mexico. !VIVA MEXICO!
 
-"El Grito" show after midnight
– Live Band with Mexican celebrity Kike Orozco
– Live Mariachi
– DJ Sanmartin
– Cazadores Tequila Welcome Shot
– Must RSVP for complimentary admission on Mexicanos en Miami Guest List before 12:00am. For ages 21+
– Celebrate mexican style and reserve your Cazadores Tequila bottle
 
Mexicanos en Miami será el anfitrión de una de las mejores fiestas entre mexicanos y amigos internacionales, con un gran ambiente celebraremos el 202 aniversario de la independencia de México ! VIVA MÉXICO!

– "El Grito" será proyectado en las pantallas. En vivo desde el Zócalo a la medianoche.
– La Banda Kukara en vivo con el cantante mexicano Kike Orozco.
– Mariachi en Vivo
– DJ Sanmartin
– Caballito (shot) de bienvenida cortesía de Tequila Cazadores
– Deberá reservar para estar en lista de Mexicanos en Miami con acceso gratuito antes 12:00 am / Solo para mayores de 21 años
-  Celebra a la mexicana y reserva tu(s) botella(s) de Tequila Cazadores

Opening solo exhibition by Emmett Moore 9/7/12

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Opening this Friday solo exhibition by Emmett Moore
Opening Friday, September 7th 6 – 9 PM
surfaceGallery Diet
174 Nw 23 Street
Miami, Fl 33127
www.gallerydiet.com

September 7th – October 13th, 2012
For his first solo exhibition at Gallery Diet, Miami based designer Emmett Moore will be presenting a series of limited edition furniture objects. This body of work continues his investigation into natural and man-made patterns that draw out the differences between reality and illusion, façade, and structure. Moore uses the tenets of furniture fabrication to draw attention to construction methods and the geometric references in the natural patterns of his chosen materials.
In the Projects Room, the exhibition continues with a collaboration between Emmett Moore, Chris Johnson, and Conor Klein.  This ongoing project spans three cities; Miami, London, and New York bringing form to conversations about the role of appearances and tradition in design culture and exploring the way illusion plays into functional objects.
Moore was born in Miami, Florida where he currently lives and works. He attended Design and Architecture Senior High School in Miami’s Design District and completed a BFA in Furniture Design at Rhode Island School of Design in Providence.  Moore has exhibited at the Museum of the Rhode Island School of Design and has been included in group exhibitions such as P.S. at The Frost Art Museum.
He most recently exhibited in a solo exhibition at Locust Projects, High, Low, and Inbetween.

Juxtapoz Magazine Presents Urban Narrative with Claudio Ethos and Ruben Ubiera 9/7/12

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Juxtapoz Magazine Presents Urban Narrative with Claudio Ethos and Ruben Ubiera
Friday, September 7, 2012, 7:00 to 11:00pm
MMCinvite_SEPT7_EMAIL101/Exhibit
101 NE 40 Street
Miami FL, 33137
www.101exhibit.com

RSVP by email : connect@mixedmediacollective.com
or Facebook : http://ow.ly/drgUl

Event Is Open To The Public

The acclaimed São Paolo-based street surrealist, Claudio Ethos and Miami New Times vote for Best Street Artist of 2012, Ruben Ubiera, will present a dual exhibition, entitled “Urban Narrative“ at  101/Exhibit preceding Wynwood’s 2nd Saturday’s Art Walk on Friday September 7th.
 
101/Exhibit’s 5,000 square foot gallery space will house over 20 stunning, pop-surrealistic works by Ethos and Ubiera.  The stylistic combinations make for a compelling look into Pop-Surrealism also known as Lowbrow. Appropriately Robert Williams, the founder of Juxtapoz Magazine, coined the term Lowbrow and the magazine continues to support the most influential artists in the urban alternative and underground contemporary art scenes.
 
Juxtapoz Magazine, The Michael Marguilies Artist Agency and The Mixed Media Collective,  invite art enthusiasts to enjoy complimentary signature cocktails by The Black Grouse, Cutty Sark, Brugal Rum and Perrier® Sparkling Natural Mineral Water compliments of Société Perrier.  Beats provided by the always-alluring DJ YSL. 

September Beats After Sunset 9/7/12

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September Beats After Sunset
beatsSeptember 7, 2012, 8-11pm
2100 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida 33139

Non-member: $8
Members and basspass members: Free

Bass Museum of Art will host its monthly first Friday happy soiree Beats After Sunset on September 7, 2012, from 8 to 11 pm. Guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails by Herradura Tequila and beats by DJ George Owen while browsing works from current exhibitions John Cage: Variations VII, 1966 and the Egyptian Gallery.

Complimentary admission for members and basspass holders; $8 museum admission for non-members.

Chalk Ping Pong and Billiards Lounge, located at 1234 Washington Ave., will host an after party from 11 pm to 12 am where Beats guests are invited to enjoy one complimentary beverage and ping pong.

Host Committee
Kenny Araujo | Jourdan Binder | Joey Butler | Gino Campodonico | Nick D’Annunzio| Elizabeth Eidelson | Maile Gamez | Jason Goldstein | Amanda Israel | Chris Ladas | Jordana Mesner | Wes Pearce | Elaine Reinoso | Aaron Resnick | Steven J. Rodriguez

Sponsors
Herradura Tequila | Societe Perrier | the Sagamore Hotel | Chalk Ping Pong & Billiards Lounge

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

Berries to Wine, Inc. invites you to First Thursday Wine Tasting at the Ritz Carlton-Coconut Grove 9/6/12

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Berries to Wine, Inc. invites you to an intimate wine tasting experience First Thursday Wine Tasting at the Ritz Carlton-Coconut Grove
Thursday,September 6th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm (held monthly on every first Thursday)
Amadeus Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton-Coconut Grove
Untitled3300 SW 27th Avenue
Miami, Fl 33133
305 644-4680

$20 per person (includes hors d’oeuvres and wine tasting)
$10 valet parking for wine tasting only. Reservations are not required. For additional information, please phone Barry Alberts at (305) 793-3120.

With wine educator, Barry Alberts.
Guests’ palates will be greeted with complimentary hors d’oeuvres, while sipping on carefully selected wines themed by varietal type, region or country of origin, for an educational wine tasting
The theme will be "Wine Selections for Summertime Meals". This is an international
selection of wines that will compliment chilled salads (ie. Chicken or Tuna) grilled chicken or fish and for pairing with Burgers to Steaks! (See list below)
 
Wine Selections
Viejo Vinedo ~ Torrontes ~ Argentina
Puro Uno ~ "Quadro" Chard/Sauv, Blanc/Viognier/Torrontes ~ Argentina
Terre Valse ~ Trebbiano ~ Italy
Chamarre ~ Rose’ of Grenache/Cabernet ~ France
Mission St. Vincent ~ Cabernet/Merlot ~ Bordeaux, France
Le Haut Medoc de Beychevelle ~ Cabernet/Merlot ~ Bordeaux, France Tempus Alba ~ Merlot ~ Mendoza,Argentina
Tempus Alba ~ Cabernet Sauvignon ~ Mendoza,Argentina
Tempus Alba ~ Tempranillo ~ Mendoza,Argentina
Fuentenarro ~ Crianza 2006 (Tempranillo) ~ Ribera Del Duero, Spain

Van Dyke Upstairs Music Calendar September 2012

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Van Dyke Upstairs Music Calendar
September 2012
Van Dyke Café
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach FL 33139
305-534-3600

Named as one of Time Magazine’s Miami: 10 Things to Do in 24 Hours in 2010, Van Dyke Café is a favorite for its international fares, and continues the tradition as the only venue on Lincoln Road to catch live musical performances nightly with jazz, funk, rock, Latin, house, pop, blues, bossa, salsa, R&B and so much more.
www.thevandykecafe.com

1; Ike & Val; Soul & Blues Revue; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

2; Lindsey Blair; Jazz Guitarist With Eclectic Influences From Traditional To Fusion And Beyond. Was Named "Jazz Musician Of The Year 2011" By New Times Magazine ; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

3; La Nueva Onda Latina Series; Hosted By Adrian Guerra Showcasing The Finest In Latin Rock And Pop; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

4; The Miami Jazz Project Featuring; Arthur Barron; Featuring Arthur Barron, Abel Pabon & Rodolfo Zuniga. Mainstream Jazz, Originals, Latin Fused Tempos; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

5; Alfredo Chacon Groove; Vibraphonist/Percussionist Presenting ; Latin Jazz, Funk, Bossa, Beautiful Melodies And Groovy Rhythms; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

6; Shelly Berg; An Internationally Renowned Jazz Pianist, With #1 Jazz Recordings And Grammy Awards; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

7; Nicole Henry; A Soulful Contemporary Jazz And Pop Recording Artist. Performing Around The World, Reaching Top 10 On Billboard Charts, Compared To Whitney Houston & Sarah Vaughn; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

8; Elastic Bond; Tropical Soul Groovesters Even Your Mom Would Like; Cutting Edge… Billboard Magazine; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

9; Oriente ; Afro-Cuban, Latin Jazz, Blues, Rhythm And Soul; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

10; Robert Elias & The Revenge; Vocals On Fire- Robert’s Blend Of Pop, Rock And R&B Has Been Compared To George Michael, Bruno Mars & Chris Cornell; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

11; Dj + Live Musician Festival; Showcasing Djs & Live Musicians Jamming Along Sexy And Flawless Freestyle Grooves.; Disco, Boogie, Cosmic Funk And Deep House! Produced By Sobe Sound ; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

12; Gary Campbell Quartet; Featuring Martin Bejerano, Josh Allen, Rodolfo Zuniga Contemporary Mainstream Jazz, Originals And Standards; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

13; Mike Levine; National Smooth Jazz Recording Artist Presenting His Smooth Jazz Project; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

14; Sammy Figueroa & The Latin Jazz Explosion; Double Grammy Nominees With Legendary Percussionist; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

15; Phoenix Rivera; Latin Funk And Fusion Jazz. Original; Rhythms With A New York Sound!; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

16; Ike & Val ; Soul & Blues Revue;

17; Cuban Soul Nights; A Great Night Of Traditional Cuban Music, Full Of Boleros, Guaguanco And Rumba Rhythms. Featuring Musicians That Play With Latin Stars Like Celia Cruz And Others;

18; Van Dyke Open Mike Jazz Jam; Hosted By Felipe Lamoglia; Discover And Re-Discover South Florida’s Finest Musicians; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

19; Seasound Studio Studio Presents; “A Night Of Vegas, Vocals And Variety”.; Direct From Las Vegas: World-Renowned Frank Sinatra Impersonator Gary Anthony, And Rob Garrett, Voted America’s #1 Neil Diamond Impersonator. Also, Multi-Award Winning A Cappella Group: Transit Vocal Band; And Miami’s Own – Alex Fox And His Band, “Guitars On Fire”; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

20; Kenia; Brazilian Star Kemia’s Musical Universe Is Rooted In Bossa Nova, Samba, And Choro Heavily Influenced By American Jazz; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

21; Tony Succar Y El Grupo; Mixtura Latin; Funky Salsa And Merengue Party; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

22; Valerie Tyson; The Voice, Smooth And Sultry, "The Singer Expressive And Refined". Acknowledged As One Of The R&B Divas Of South Florida, Valerie Tyson Is One Of The Area’s Most Sought After Female Vocalists; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

23; Manuel Valera And The; New Cuban Express; One Of The Best New Latin Jazz Releases We’ve Heard This Year; –Bill Tilford, Timba.Com, June 2012 ; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am; 24; Singer/Songwriter Nights Series Hosted By Randy Singer; Featuring The Best Acoustic Singers &; Songwriters In South Florida Where The; Concert Turns Into A Party! ; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

25; Kirk Green And Friends; Celebrating Birthday Bash. An Soulful Eclectic Evening Celebrating Musical Life With Kirk, Dave Seigal, Godfrey Williams And The Convicts; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

26; Randy Singer’s ; “Harmonica World Project” ; New Beat And Original American Songbook, Turning Familiar Classic Rock/Pop/Jazz Into Blues, Braz, Jazz, Bebop, Funk; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

27; Iresounds Featuring Felipe Lamoglia ; Contemporary Fusion Of Afro Cuban; Jazz, Rumba And Guaguanco; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

28; J Frank Ward Band; Featuring Award Winning Vocalist Nicole Hart, Blues Leaf Artist, Hard Hitting Blues And Sultry Soul; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

29; Bobby Stringer; Extraordinary Soul & R&B; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am;

30; Juanita Dixon ; Soul And All That Jazz, Featuring The Bob Grabowsky Band ; Live Music From 9:00pm To 1:00am

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After Work Mingle at Trio on the Bay 9/5/12

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After Work Mingle at Trio on the Bay
09/05/12, 6:00-8:00 pm
Trio on the Bay
1601 79th St Causeway
Miami, FL
https://savortonight.smartevents.com/
 
Join us at Trio on the Bay Savor Tonight for happy hour on Wednesday evening from 6-8 pm. Voted Best Outdoor Dining locale by City Eats!, Trio on the Bay serves up a creative menu of New American Cuisine with a Mediterranean flair in a ultra-chic setting — and offers stunning views of Biscayne Bay.
 
The space at Trio on the Bay is separated into 3 unique areas — the stylish indoor dining room, a waterfront patio and outdoor bar, and an intimate VIP area. It is often considered to be "The most hidden gem in NoBe" — and the service, portion sizes and flavors are all on par with some of the top restaurants in the area.
 
Cost is $10 in advance or $15 at the door. This includes one drink (house wine or well cocktail) and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Menu of hors d’oeuvres :
Chicken Breast Satay with Thai peanut dipping sauce
Brochetta with calamata olive tapenade and cucumber
Sherry Wine Meatballs with natural Veal Reduction.
Beef Satay with parsley sauce
Mushroom flatbread with thyme and honey drizzle
 
Purchase your tickets at: http://savortonight.smartevents.com

Wine on Harvest Moon 10/27/12

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Wine on Harvest Moon
wineSaturday, October 27, 2012, 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Ave.
Miami FL 33157
More Info

proudly presented by South BMW

Please join us under the golden light of the Harvest Moon over Biscayne Bay to celebrate the magic of Paris!
Taste fine French wines presented by Vintage Liquor & Wine Bar and delicious cuisine prepared by top local chefs, restaurants and caterers.
Enjoy the live entertainment, meet the Bakehouse Artists  and view their work on display for the Fall Fine Art Exhibit "From Cutler to Paris."

Tickets: $125 and $100 for Foundation members

The annual fundraising event benefits the Deering Estate Foundation a community-based 501 (c)3 Florida Corporation dedicated to preserving, protecting and enhancing the Deering Estate at Cutler for this and future generations.

For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Mary Pettit at 305-235-1668 ext. 266 or 786-942-4671. You can also email pettitmary@bellsouth.net.

The Bangles Perform Live at Stage 305 in Magic City Casino 10/27/12

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The Bangles Perform Live at Stage 305 in Magic City Casino  
The Bangles 1_by Rebecca WilsonSaturday, October, 27 at 8:30pm
Stage 305 at Magic City Casino
450 NW 37 Avenue
Miami

free parking, with Valet parking available as well.

For more information, visit www.magiccitycasino.com .

Tickets are available and can be purchased by calling 305-460-6579 or online at www.magiccitycasino.com.

Magic City Casino, Miami’s first casino to offer Las Vegas style slot machines, welcomes The Bangles to Stage 305, its newest entertainment venue. The female pop-rock powerhouse will perform a variety of their chart-topping hits as well as music from their newest album, Sweetheart of the Sun.
 
“The Bangles concert will be among the first of many amazing events to take place at Stage 305,” said Scott Savin, Chief Operating Officer of Magic City Casino. “We look forward to rocking with The Bangles on October 27. Their fun-loving music is timeless and we encourage concert-goers to get their tickets early while they are still available.”
                                                                                              
Known for their pop-rock appeal and rich harmonies, The Bangles consisting of Susanna Hoffs, Debbi Peterson and Vicki Peterson have sold millions of albums and have produced a string of successful hits spanning three decades. Their best known hits include “Walk Like an Egyptian,” “Eternal Flame,” “Manic Monday” and “Hazy Shade of Winter.” Their albums, Different Light and Everything, both reached Platinum status.

Special Happy Hour Event 9/7/12

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event_151382052Special Happy Hour Event
September 7. 2012, 6pm-10pm
Moca Cafe & Lounge
738 NE 125th Street
Miami, FL 33161

Ladies/Gentlemen $10 Advance Tickets
Purchase your tickets at: http://beautifulbrowngirlsspeeddating.eventbrite.com/

Complimentary drink tickets included with your advanced purchase!
Speed Dating 7pm-9pm – Live DJ – Drink Specials – Full Menu/Bar

Remember: If you are unable to make the advance ticket purchase not to worry. You may purchase at the door.
See you on Friday!
For Additional Information: beautifulbrowngirls@gmail.com

Photographs of Milagro’s Tequila Mixologia at Soho Beach House on 8/30/12

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Milagro’s Tequila Mixologia at Soho Beach House on Thursday, August 30, 2012.  Jaime Salase  showed us how to make three signature cocktails which including The World’s Freshest Margarita and bites courtesy of Ocho at Soho Beach House.  The best tasting ever!!!!!!

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Photographs of PALO! Cuban Pig Out 2 at PAX benefiting Life Is Art on 9/2/12

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PALO! Cuban Pig Out 2 at PAX benefiting Life Is Art on Saturday, September 2, 2012. What a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon with El Exquisito serveing up a traditional Cuban pork dinner, two awesome sets by PALO! and some wonderful art by Ralph Ventura, Anthony Burks, Gustavo Ramirez, Ricardo Colugnatti, George Fishman, Tatiana Enriquez, Nadine Anderson Cheng and  Live Painting by: Chris Riggs & Emilio Carnero.

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Photographs of Noir et Blanc A Cocktail Gathering Amongst Friends at Wine Vault Tapas Bar on 8/29/12

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Noir et Blanc A Cocktail Gathering Amongst Friends at Wine Vault Tapas Bar on Wednesday, August 29, 2012. What a wonderful Wednesday evening event hosted by Mykel Stevens, Elsie Peralta and Arlay Regueiro.  This is a weekly event every Wednesday from 7pm – 12am with happy hour til 9pm (of course subject to change).   See everyone on September 5th.

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Photographs of Girls Who Score: Hot Lesbian Erotica Book Release Party at Eleazar Delgado Studio on 8/30/12

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Girls Who Score: Hot Lesbian Erotica Book Release Party and Book Signing at Eleazar Delgado Studio on Thursday, August 30, 2012.  Girls who Score is written by Miami-based Ily Goyanes, writer, editor, publisher, and filmmaker.    What wonderful event with music by DJ Maximus 3000, Live Reading by Deborah Magdalena and awesome Choco Noir Chocolate Wine.

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Noir et Blanc Special Cocktail Celebration Wednesday Evening

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NOIR et BLANC – Special Cocktail Celebration this Wednesday Evening
Wednesday September 5th 2012, 7pm – Midnight
Noir et Blanc 2Wine Vault Tapas Bar
Midtown Miami
3201 N Miami Ave #105
Miami, FL 33127
Recommended RSVP is suggested space is very limited  noirblancmiami@gmail.com

Mykel Stevens
Elsie Peralta
Arlay Regueiro
Rick Morgan
Nick Betancourt
Sebrina Cohen
Tony Lima
Karri Elizabeth

Music By: Karri ON
 
We Have Champagne Bottles For Three Special Friends!
Come mingle and find out why each is in the news these days!
Sabrina Cohen
Tony Lima
James Echols

Happy Hour Till 9pm
$3 House Wines Costal Vines: Sonoma, California
Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon
*50% off All House Cocktails
*$4 Beer Drafts Hotter then Hell Lager & Palms Belgium Amber
*$5 Bottles Doggy Style & $9 Magic Hat
*$5 TAPAS 

Wine Vault Tapas Bar
This tavern-meets-lounge, comfy neighborhood joint has been Miami’s best kept secret, Located in the heart of Midtown.

The Bar  Vino’s handled by 50 constantly rotating reds (Montes Merlot from Chile, Pascual Toso Malbec) and whites (Crème de Lys Chardonnay, Two Angels Sauv Blanc), including 20 by the glass. Also: tap/bottled crafts like Cigar City, Rascal Pale Ale, Left Hand Stout, and Palm, plus Bubbly, and Vintage Ports

The Tapas The chef’s tapas-style plates: pickled mushrooms w/ glazed goat cheese, speck-wrapped cantaloupe, crispy prosciutto w/ figs and balsamic, shredded duck, cheese plates with manchego, gorgonzola, crottin, and parmesan chunks, artichoke hearts & blue Cheese
 
The Art  Located just east of Wynwood’s Arts District. Wine Vault & Tapas Bar presents a rotating gallery featuring fine local and international artwork. Every month a new artist is represented and sales go entirely to the artist and donation of 10% to a charitable foundation decided by the artist.

Wine Vault & Tapas Bar This two-story 1,300 square foot bar/eatery is the perfect location to book your next special event or dinner party. Please feel free to call for details and packages.

Annette Recommends Flame Caffe and Grill

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We went for dinner at Flame Caffe and Grill on Española Way, and I have to say the food was absolutely amazing. We both started off with a Sauvignon Blanc – Kendall Jackson Grand Reserve and the Wild Mushroom Vol-au-Vent. I love mushrooms and this was heavenly; mushrooms sautéed in garlic, herbs and white wine in puff pastry, served in a  mushroom cream sauce with a little truffle oil.  For the main course, I had the Seafood Paella Rice and this was the best paella I have had. It had an assortment of fresh Florida seafood; calamari, shrimp, scallops, mussels and fish cooked in lobster broth, saffron and white wine, with a lobster tail on top and served with Valencia rice with Jerez.  James had the 16 ounces of Angus Prime Rib Eye streak with porcini mushroom au-jus, served with roasted rosemary Yukon gold potatoes and sautéed broccolini.  I, of course, had the Flame Blue Margarita, so yummy and not too sweet, and James had an Apple Martini. Both were made perfectly.  Finally for dessert we had the Hot Chocolate Soufflé served with vanilla bean ice cream, it was so wonderful and delicious.

Flame Caffe and Grill
447 Espanola Way
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 397-8950

The Miami Beach Veiled Wine Society and Pet Net of the Humane Society of Greater Miami present Toast-A-Pet 9/8/12

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The Miami Beach Veiled Wine Society in conjunction with Pet Net of the Humane Society of Greater Miami present Toast-A-Pet
Saturday, September 8, 2012, 7:30pm to 10:30pm
PetNet.1Registration: 7:30 to 8:15pm
Mansion Night Club
1235 Washington Avenue
Miami Beach, FL
(parking garages located at 13th & Collins and 12th & Drexel)

WINE THEME:
Any Pinot Noir!

RSVP (not necessary):
Facebook
Email: ricki@humanesocietymiami.org
HOW THE EVENT WORKS:
1) Come with a team of 2-3 people (and a team name)!
2) Bring 3 bottles of the EXACT SAME PINOT NOIR wine per team (must bring wine to enter)!
3) A $10 suggested donation per person at the door (yes, you can give more)
4) 100% of the donated funds go directly to the charity!
5) Read and understand the rules at www.mbvws.org

Club Souz Grand Opening 9/7/12

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Club Souz Grand Opening
souz-grand-opening[UPDATED] Friday, September 7th
Club Souz
739 Washington Ave
Miami 33139

You are invited to the grand opening of Miami’s newest venue, located in the
heart of South Beach, Miami (former Pinkroom location).
Top shelf open bar, 9:30PM – 11:30PM

ATTENTION! The Grand Opening is confirmed for Friday, September 7th! Please update your calendars.
Ttropical storm Isaac has led to unforseen effects, causing us to extended the time needed to complete renovations and make all necessary arrangements for the opening ceremony. We are simply not willing to compromise on the inauguration of Souz into the renowned South Beach nightlife scene, and are making sure absolutely everything is seen to perfection. We apologise for the inconveineence, and sincerely hope to see you there.
– Souz Management

Club Souz & VIP Lounge is set to be one of the most luxurious and exclusive entertainment venues in the South Beach arena. Owner DJ/Producer Souz, is personally involved in the selection of renovations, upgrades and state of the art audio-visual including a one of a kind, larger than life LED wall and two flanking customized giant screens on opposite walls to create a surround entertainment feel coupled with the latest technology in award winning lighting & sound.

Exhibition by Italian Artist opens at Centre Gallery 9/5/12

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Exhibition by Italian Artist opens at Centre Gallery
paintingWednesday, September 5, 5 – 7 p.m.
Artist Talk at 6 p.m.
Centre Gallery
300 N.E. Second Ave.
Building 1, Floor 3
Miami, FL 33132

Camilla Ancilotto September 6 – October 5, 2012

Original Sin, 2011, 3′ x 10" x 4′ x 1"

Artist Camilla Ancilotto draws from the illustrious inventory of art history to create three-dimensional compositions that reinvent the most iconic images in Western art and pop culture while inviting the visitor to participate in their transformation as well.

Opening Reception Jaimie Warren at MDC Museum of Art + Design 9/6/12

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Opening Reception Jaimie Warren at MDC Museum of Art + Design
Thursday, September 6, 7 p.m.
IMG_0513MDC Museum of Art + Design
Miami Dade College Freedom Tower 600 Biscayne Blvd.,
Second Floor Miami, FL 33132

The WHOAS of Female Tragedy
Photographs by Jaimie Warren
SEPT 7 – OCT 27, 2012
Untitled (Self Portrait as Kali Conner), 2012, color photograph

In collaboration with DWNTWN Arts & Cultures DWNTWN Art Days

Artist Talk
Saturday, October 20, 1 p.m.

JAIMIE WARREN (b. Waukesha, WI, 1980) is a curator, performance artist,
photographer, and co-creator/co-director of the faux public access television show Whoop Dee Doo. Warren lives and works in Kansas City, MO, and has exhibited at White Flag Projects, St. Louis; Smith-Stewart, New York; The Atlanta Center for Contemporary Art, Atlanta; Max Wigram, London; Showroom for Media and Moving Art, Rotterdam; Getsumin, Osaka; Colette, Paris; and Higher Pictures, New York, among others.

This exhibition will feature a history of 10 years of self-portraiture by the artist, as well as a new series of re-creations of photoshopped collages created by anonymous users found on the Internet. The images reference both art historical paintings and visual pairings of pop culture icons. Warren collaborated with artist Lee Heinemann, who created custom makeup, props and masks.

Reception for Suburban Roots by Anthony Reid 9/6/12

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Reception for Suburban Roots by Anthony Reid
anthony-reid-granddaddy-cheeks_originalSeptember 6, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
West Dade Regional Library
9445 Coral Way

Suburban Roots: Portraits of Home and Community­­­
Anthony Reid
September 6 – December 15, 2012

Anthony Reid, Granddaddy Cheeks (Goulds), 2000, archival pigment print.
Through photographic images captured between 1987 and 2010, Anthony Reid documents the lives, culture, and history of African Americans living in his childhood community, Goulds, and its surrounding neighborhoods – Cutler Bay, Perrine, and South Miami Heights communities.  This collection of 50 black and white portraits revere a cross section of the African Americans who make up these areas frozen by spiritual blight and cultural banality so typical of American suburbia. These images serve as a testament to the pride and humanity of men, women, and children who live, work, and play throughout neighborhoods that have long existed outside of the more familiar idyllic identity of South Florida.
About the Artist
Anthony Reid is a fine art photographer who began creating black and white portraits of family and neighbors during his late teens. He has earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from Florida International University and a Master’s of Arts in Social Studies Education from the University of Massachusetts. Although he is primarily self-taught, most of his formal study of photography took place while attending Miami Dade College. He now regards himself as belonging to a new breed of "tradigital" photographers whose work strive to preserve traditional techniques and styles while incorporating the digital tools when creating the image.
Suburban Roots is Reid’s first solo exhibition. His body of work includes other series of portraits, landscapes, and abstracts taken throughout the varying stages of his life: while working as a clerk in a Miami record store during the 1980s; throughout his career as a public school teacher; and during his ongoing experiences as a world traveler and international volunteer working with children and teens.

In Stilletos and Single 9/5/12

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In Stilletos and Single
stilettos9/5/12, 10PM
Blue Martini Kendall
8405 Mills Drive
https://www.facebook.com/RickChaumin
 
Ladies Night Wednesdays at Kendall Blue Martini! Hosted by Rick C

Ladies in Stilettos receive free martinis at Blue Martini Kendall! Sexiest ladies night in Miami! Text 786 303 2787 for info!

Featuring The In Stiletto & Single Party! Music by DJ’s: Ariel Assault & Javi C.!
 
Ladies on Rick C’s list in Stilettos will Receive Free Apple Martinis from 10PM-11PM!
 
Text " STILETTO"  along with first and last name and # of guests to 786 303 2787  / 786 273 7401 to sign up!
 
Then , tell the person with the clipboard that you’re on Rick C’s List at the Door for Free Entry untill 1AM for ladies and 12AM for guys!
Call me at 786 303 2787 /786 273 7401  for Bottles Specials, B Days, & Dinner Reservations!

Renewed Glory 9/15/12

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Renewed Glory
September 15, 7 pm
Abstract, found object art
Archbishop Curly Notre Dame
4949 me, 2nd avenue
Miami, Florida
Www.havicanwilliamsgallerystudio.com
 
Caryne Havican Mender, Solo Show, Renewed Glory at 7:00 pm. Many shows going on that night, I will be at the ACND Gallery at 5:00 pm if you would like to stop by and see my work on your way to other shows, which I would usually be attending. Thanks for your support.

Halloween Showcase and Costume Party 10/27/12

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Halloween Showcase and Costume Party
halloween10/27/2012, 8:00 pm – 12:00 a.m.
SkyDeck Miami (subject to change)
605 Lincoln Rd
Suite 800
Miami Beach, 33139
http://pole-a-ween.ticketleap.com/poleaweenshowcase/
 
This Halloween weekend, let your alter ego come out and play. Join Bridge the Gap as we celebrate a very alluring Halloween on South Beach. Our Halloween showcase features live performances filled with beauty, elegance, and strength. Enjoy the open bar and watch in awe as our performers execute breath taking spins, fluid floor movements, and astounding aerial feats. Release your inhibitions and try something unlike anything else.

U.E.P.A por el Rock Rock Band Contest 9/20/12

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U.E.P.A por el Rock | Rock Band Contest
September 20, 7:00 pm
UEPA_EPAX Miami
337 sw 8th Street
Miami, FL
www.uepaporcolombia.com
 
Union, education, progress and art for Colombia presents U.E.P.A por el ROCK! A Spanish rock bands contest promoting new spanish rock artists.
 
The participating bands are:*
 
BarrioActivo
District X
Estacion Sur
G-2
MacondoSounds
Uma Galera
*subject to change
 
Be early and enjoy 2 hours of happy hour before the bands kick off. Free Parking. Pax will open its doors at 7 pm.
 
Help us promote this great event and become a part of a greater community supporting something that we all love, the art of music.
 
With your donation we will raise funds for a foundation in Barranquilla, Colombia called SENTIR VIDA. The idea is creating a soccer field with multiple sport uses for the 200 children of the foundation and for other members of the community so that they can have a place to play, dream and recreate. The foundation is responsible for providing impoverished children with two meals a day from Monday to Saturday.

First Friday at Cernuda Arte Ramón Vázquez in Focus A World of Fantasy Gallery Night Opening Reception 9/7/12

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First Friday at Cernuda Arte Ramón Vázquez in Focus: A World of Fantasy Gallery Night Opening Reception
vazquezFriday, September 7, 2012, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Cernuda Arte
3155 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Coral Gables, FL 33134
www.cernudaarte.com

Ramón Vázquez, The Ship of Dreams and the Flower, 2012, oil on canvas, 32 ¾ x 39 ½ inches

Cernuda Arte presents a showing on contemporary artist, Ramón Vázquez, featuring a selection of thirteen beautiful works on canvas. The artist will visit the USA from Pinar del Río, Cuba to attend the opening of the exhibition.
 
Also, at the gallery, One Hundred Years: Mariano and Portocarrero, A Two Artist Show,
an exhibition celebrating the centennial since the births of René Portocarrero and Mariano Rodríguez in 1912.
 
For a preview of these two stellar shows,  please visit the Exhibitions section of our website.

Wonderland Miami Gentlemen’s Club In the Biz Tuesdays 9/4/12

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Miami’s most exclusive and upscale Gentlemen’s Club. Wonderland Miami! In the Biz Tuesdays!
logowond9/4/12, 10PM
Wondeland Miami
7778 Biscayne Blvd 33138
http://wonderlandmiami.eventbrite.com/

All locals and Industry folks enjoy complimentary admission on Rick C’s VIP list.
All Locals and Industry folks receive complimentary admission on my VIP list until 1AM!
Text "WONDERLAND" along with 1st and last name and  # of guests to 786 303 2787 or 786 273 7401
And upon arrival you let the Doorman know that you are on Rick C’s VIP list

Free limo ride Available with table reservations Call/Text  786 303 2787 /786 273 7401 for details!

Welcome to Wonderland Miami, the ultimate gentlemen’s club where you can celebrate your life every day at anytime. We are conveniently located 15 minutes from South Beach, in the heart of the Upper Eastside. Our adult playground embraces fine dining, exciting nightlife, and full friction entertainment.
 
We provide our clientele with a beautiful, elegant, and energetic setting, sprinkled with the most gorgeous girls coming from all over the world. Come relax and have a drink; watch you favorite sport or fight; or celebrate after a long day at work in Miami best strip club.
 
We have multiple VIP areas in our Miami Gentlemen’s club, spacious private dance rooms, and ultra skybox suites. Our menu has something to satisfy any craving, from chicken quesadillas to coconut shrimp to juicy skirt steak.
 
We promise it will be an unimaginable and unforgettable experience at Miami Top strip club. Check out our Bachelor Packages for the best Strip club Miami Bachelor Party. Girls, you are also invited to come join us on your girls night out!
 
Our newly renovated 15,000 square feet provides a luxurious and comfortable environment to interact with the most gorgeous women from all over the world. Wonderland Miami gentlemen’s club goes above and beyond to ensure your experience will be unforgettable.
 
Our Tuesday’s “In The Biz” night is steadily gaining popularity among locals;
 
Rick C VIP Host Wonderland
786 303 2787
facebook.com/Rickchaumin
twitter@hmc2575
instagram @hmc2575
 
Wonderland Miami

Closing Reception Appropriated Gender Art Exhibition 10/12/12

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Closing Reception Appropriated Gender Art Exhibition
Appropriated-gender210/12/12, 7pm – 10pm
1310 Gallery
1310 SW 2nd Ct. (Middle St.)
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
http://sailboatbendartists.com/category/events/
 
1310 Gallery invites you to “Appropriated Gender”, a substantial group exhibition of 44 artists, both regional and national, that explore gender perception and self-identity with a wide range of aesthetic approaches, from witty, campy, or humorous to observational, intuitive, and personal in a smorgasbord of visual delights that will not disappoint.
Site specific installations will be featured throughout the gallery, including a pair of 18 foot tall inflatable superhero men by Patrick Flibotte. Visitors can also interact with two performative installations during the events. Carrie Sieh will guide the audience into her installation with gender-specific invisible ink blots, and Visitors that ride the gallery elevator will stumble into a surprise performative installation by Rosemarie Romero.
A group of prominent art professionals will serve as guest judges and select cash prizes. Awards will be announced at the Closing reception on Oct. 12, in addition to live music by Killmama and AstroKats.

Art Fallout Downtown Ft Lauderdale 10/6/12

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Art Fallout Downtown Ft Lauderdale
ArtFallout_Front10/06/2012, 5pm – 9pm
1310 Gallery and several other locations
1310 SW 2nd Ct. (Middle St.)
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
 
http://girlsclubcollection.org/art-fallout-2012-is-on-its-way
 
Multiple art venues in downtown Ft Lauderdale will host new art exhibitions and events on the same night with Free shuttle buses rotating between each.
 
Participating venues/events:
 
Girls’ Club, will host a one-day, open call exhibition Art Fallout: Drawn In, showcasing work on paper from local artists and students with a inter active color-coded public feedback system.
 
F.A.T. Village Arts District, a two-block concentration of artist studios, galleries and creative industries will be open and presenting a variety of exhibitions and live events.
 
1310 Gallery, located in the Sailboat Bend Artists Lofts at 1310 SW 2nd Court, presents  Appropriated Gender: group exhibition of diverse visual art and performance interpretations of gender perception and self-identity, juried by a panel of South Florida artists and arts professionals.
 
The Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale at One E. Las Olas Blvd. will also be open with free admission during to the popular  exhibition Shark.
 
The Green Room Live, part music venue, art gallery, and alternative dance club, will end the evening with an after-party, door opening at 9pm.
 
The free shuttle bus will operate from 5pm to 9pm to transport attendees from one event space to the next. Free parking is also available at several locations.

Opening Reception Appropriated Gender Art Exhibition 9/15/12

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Opening Reception Appropriated Gender Art Exhibition
Appropriated-gender9/15/2012, 7pm – 10:30pm
1310 Gallery @ Sailboat Bend Artist Lofts
1310 SW 2nd Ct. (Middle St.)
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33312
http://lisarockford.com/news/
 
1310 Gallery invites you to “Appropriated Gender”, a substantial group exhibition of 44 artists, both regional and national, that explore gender perception and self-identity with a wide range of aesthetic approaches, from witty, campy, or humorous to observational, intuitive, and personal in a smorgasbord of visual delights that will not disappoint.
 
Site specific installations will be featured throughout the gallery, including a pair of 18 foot tall inflatable superhero men by Patrick Flibotte. Visitors can also interact with two performative installations during the events. Carrie Sieh will guide the audience into her installation with gender-specific invisible ink blots, and Visitors that ride the gallery elevator will stumble into a surprise performative installation by Rosemarie Romero.
 
A group of prominent art professionals will serve as guest judges and select cash prizes. Awards will be announced at the Closing reception on Oct. 12, in addition to live music by Killmama and AstroKats.
 
1310 Gallery is an artist-run collective that offers over 3000 square feet of exhibition space split into 3 levels, and housed within ArtSpace’s live/work facility, Sailboat Bend Artist Lofts. 1310 Gallery rotates art exhibitions monthly and also hosts performances and workshops. The gallery is open by appointment in addition to event times. For further information please call 954-729-5794.
 
Funding for this project is provided in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council. This project is supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts.
 
Artists in the Exhbition:
Sonia Baez-Hernandez
Jc Bravo
Randy Burman
Karla Caprali
Toa Castellanos
Martin Casuso
Jessica Concepcion
Mark Cranford
Cynthia Cruz
Wendy Doscher-Smith
Natasha Duwin
Shady Eshghi
Andrea Favelli
Patrick Flibotte
Marina Font
Nolan Haan
Marla Stefanie Hernandez
Joseph Herring
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Ian Honore
Sibel Kocabasi
Paula Kolek
Kathleen Kranack
Kandy G Lopez
Carol-Anne Mcfarlane
Pj Mills
Ben Morey
Tabatha Mudra
Samantha Nye
Jorge Pacheco
Penny Perkins
Jami Nix Rahn
Rosemarie Romero
Jessica Rowshandel
Patricia Schnall Gutierrez
Carrie Scozzaro
Carrie Sieh
Le Spresser
Karen Starosta-Gilinski
Jonathan Stein
Kristina Thalin
Kira Tippenhauer
Maria Eugenia Vega
Gabrielle Wood

Art Lecture The Aesthetics of Gender in Contemporary Art 9/11/12

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Art Lecture: “The Aesthetics of Gender in Contemporary Art”
Jeeyoo-and-Her-Pink-Thing_m9/11/2012, 6:30 pm – 8pm
North Regional/BC Library
1100 Coconut Creek Boulevard
Coconut Creek, FL 33066
http://lisarockford.com/news/
 
Lisa Rockford, Assistant Professor at Broward College, will speak about her inspirations for the upcoming exhibition she is curating; national and international professional artists who have portrayed interpretations of gender or critique of the cultural influence on gender identity. This is the first lecture in a series of Artist Talks presented by Broward College North Campus Fine Arts Department and Student Life. The accompanying exhibition, “Appropriated Gender,” which opens Sept. 15 @1310 Gallery in Ft Lauderdale, will feature 44 regional artists along the same theme.

Bridal Gala at the Viceroy 9/20/12

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Bridal Gala at the Viceroy
Viceroy_postcard9/20/12, 6;00 – 9:00 pm
Viceroy
Viceroy Miami Hotel & Resort
485 Brickell Avenue
Miami, Florida 33131 
More Info
Brides $10 Guest $7

Plan Your Dream Wedding!
 
* See the Latest Trends and Ideas
* Tote Bags with Gifts to the first 50 Brides
* Gourmet Hors D’oeuvres & Cocktails
* Rooftop Fashion Show
* Hair & Make-up Trials on Site
* Unlock the Treasure Chest & Win Prizes
* Grand Prize Honeymoon
* After Party at Club 50
Brides who register on-line will save $3.00 on admission and have a chance to win RSVP prizes. Winners will be contacted in advance and will receive their prize at the show.
 
Register at www.MiamiBride.com  or at www.Miami.PWG.com

Columbus Day Regatta 10/5/12-10/7/12

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Columbus Day Regatta
regattaOctober 5-7, depends on day
Coral Reef Yacht Club
2484 S. Bayshore Dr.
Miami, FL, 33133
http://columbusdayregatta.net/
 
Now celebrating its 58th anniversary, BACARDI is excited to return as title sponsor, promising exciting racing and festivities for this rich sailing tradition. The BACARDI Columbus Day Regatta is arguably one of South Florida’s largest regatta drawing over 100 boats each year from as far as Palm Beach and Monroe Counties.
 
With Bacardi’s renewed marketing efforts in the world of sailing, The BACARDI Columbus Day Regatta is now a perfect fit with MIAMI SAILING WEEK featuring The BACARDI Cup and bringing together two oldest regattas in Miami. under the Bacardi name.
 
“We’re so pleased to have BACARDI helping support the Columbus Day Regatta. This is a true testament to the legacy of sailing in Miami,” says Mark Pincus, Regatta Chairman. “The continued partnership strengthens the regatta for years to come and helps support our efforts with Sailors for the Sea and junior sailing programs in South Florida.”
 
Last year over 100 boats registered and this year 150 are expected. The BACARDI Columbus Day Regatta is expecting a large increase in entries due to the new concerted efforts by local sailing clubs to promote sailing on Biscayne Bay. It is estimated that over 1,000 sailors will be participating in the regatta and spending time in Coconut Grove. Now a tradition, the Dockside BBQ and BACARDI Bar at Coral Reef Yacht Club has become the premier Saturday night sailing event… better than any party down at Elliot Key. As it has been since the first regatta in 1954, all land activities will take place at Coral Reef Yacht Club including Friday’s Skipper’s meeting, Saturday night’s Dockside BBQ and the Awards Party the following week, Saturday October 13.
 
The regatta is open to monohulls and multihulls in eleven different classes, ensuring there is a perfect class for everyone. Skippers can choose from the straightforward Gunkhole class, perfect for new entrants and cruising sailors, to the ARC and PHRF classes that zigzag their way across the bay.  All classes are scored on the PHRF  handicap system. Trophies will be awarded to the first three boats as well as numerous perpetual trophies. Skippers should refer to the Notice of Race (NOR) available at www.columbusdayregatta.net  for docking information, which must be made in advanced.

Single Mingle at Kukaramakara 10/6/12

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Single Mingle at Kukaramakara
10/06/2012, 6:00pm
Kukaramakara
1250 South Miami Ave.
Miami, Florida 33130
http://www.hearttango.com/sdating.php?event=55

Get ready for what promises to be Miami’s most happening DATING experience. Meet up to 20 single professionals all in one night. Go on MANY dates, enjoy drink specials, and possibly meet your match.

Heart Tango caters to professional singles in some of the most unique settings in the city. In order to create the atmosphere we want, our signature speed dating events are hosted in some of the most elegant and sophisticated upscale restaurants and lounges in your city. We have been widely recognized for providing a rich, earth-toned atmosphere perfect for any dating experience. All of our events are specifically designed to reflect your image and refined taste and are brought to you by our network of talented hosts. Come experience the Heart Tango passion and find your match at one of our events.

See you there!

Coz Canler presents a Bacon and Booze party with JUke 9/7/12

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Coz Canler presents: a Bacon and Booze party with JUke
9/7/2012, 11pm
Will Call
700 n.e. 2nd ave
Miami FL 33132
https://www.facebook.com/WillCallMiami
 
Coz Canler and Will Call Present Juke’s Bacon and Booze Party !
 
JUKE will perform live on Friday
 
Sounds by Joshy Josh
  
No Cover // Kitchen open till 7AM
 
Come enjoy free bacon appetizers and whiskey specials with your favorite harmonica-rock band!!!
 
Juke is a new breed of blues-band fronted by a modern day bluesman. It is the brainchild of singer/songwriter/harmonica whiz, Eric Garcia
 
The recording of their sophomore album, " Down Low Cool", is out now!. , JUke’s in-your-face live shows and stories of love, loss and pain make 2012 a breakout year for Miami’s favorite little dirty blues band!

Florida Comedy Club Thursdays 9/6/12

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Florida Comedy Club Thursdays
Florida-Comedy-Club-Martini-BarThursdays, 9pm-11pm After Party 11pm-1am
Martini Bar @Gulfstream Park Casino
601 Silks Run, 2nd Floor
Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
www.floridacomedyclub.com
 
Florida Comedy Club Produces Thursday Comedy Shows with the best Local & National Comedians, Celebrities and Talk Show Hosts.  We have had 70 weekly Comedy Shows at Gulfstream Since 2011.  Our Comedians are from Comedy Central, BET, HBO, Last Comic Standing, SiriusXM, Improv, Etc.

South Florida Public Relations Network (SFPRN) Celebrates its 6th Birthday with In the Mix 9/7/12

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South Florida Public Relations Network (SFPRN) Celebrates its 6th Birthday with “In the Mix”
Friday_Happy_Hour_SFPRNFriday, September 7, 2012, 6:00
Martini Bar at the Village at Gulfstream Park
3rd Floor of 601 Silks Run
Hallandale Beach, FL 33009
sfprn.com

Tickets can be purchased for $10.00 on our site on our Events Page or for $15.00 at the door.

For 5 years the South Florida Public Relations Network has been the keeping Public Relations Professionals” In The Mix” for PR Job  Opportunities, Networking Events, Classes , Tips and Trends in the PR Community. Join us in celebrating the 6th year of the South Florida Public Relations Network on Friday, September 7, 2012 from 5:30PM to 7:30PM, or later at the Martini Bar at the Village at Gulfstream Park located on the 3rd Floor of 601 Silks Run Hallandale Beach, FL 33009. Guests will be given a free complimentary happy hour drink. Guests will also be given a $5 menu with ½ off all happy hour drinks. Prize Drawing! Free Resume Workshop (first come, first serve)! So let’s calendar our birthday!

Flash Mob For Prostate Cancer Awareness at Folk Life Fridays 9/7/12

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Flash Mob For Prostate Cancer Awareness at Folk Life Fridays
Friday, September 7th, from 11am – 2pm
Folk Life Fridays
NW 9th Street and NW 3rd Ave
(Ninth Street Pedestrian Mall)
Overtown Miami, FL

A flash mob is set to surprise Folk Life Fridays attendees, in order to raise community awareness of Prostate Cancer. Immediately following the “Electric Slide” festival goers and flash mobsters will have the opportunity to be screened, and receive information about the staggering statistics that affect African American men with the deadly disease.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Prostate Cancer tends to be a very “slow progressing disease.” Several studies have indicated that perhaps about 80% of all men in their eighties had undiagnosed prostate cancer when they died. Even more astonishing are the numbers affecting African American men. Though all men are at risk, African American men have higher rates of getting and dying from Prostate Cancer than men of other racial or ethnic groups in the United States.

An African American man in his lifetime has an estimated:
â–  19 percent chance (1 in 5) of being diagnosed with Prostate Cancer.
â–  5 percent chance (1 in 20) of dying from Prostate Cancer.

For more information on the adverse affects of Prostate Cancer in African American men, please visit http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/prostate/pdf/aaprosguide.pdf

The Southeast Overtown/Park West Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) funded the Overtown Folk Life Fridays, to promote the culture and heritage of the Overtown community. Folk Life Fridays are open to the community, as residents, business people and visitors are encouraged to take their “lunch break” to engage in a community market fair with of food, arts & crafts, music and entertainment.

Photographs of Crave The Sweet Life Food and Dessert Tasting Event at Ricochet Miami on 8/29/12

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Crave The Sweet Life Food and Dessert Tasting Event at Ricochet Miami on Wednesday, August 29, 2012.  “Crave The Sweet Life” dedicated the evening of taste bud pampering to assisting several homeless shelters within our community in feeding the homeless. Guests were urged to help by bringing food items to assist in our efforts, those that brought items received a raffle ticket and gift bag gratis for their donation.”Crave the Sweet Life” was sponsored by Blissberry Yogurt Bar.

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Last Laugh, Stitches for the Best Comedians Only 9/5/12

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Last Laugh, Stitches for the Best Comedians Only
stitches_backSeptember 5, 2012, 9pm
Jeronimoe’s Brickell
75 SE 6th Street #103
Miami, Florida 33131
www.jeronimosbar.com
 
Last week was a blast, join us this Wednesday for Brickell’s newest comedy contest where your the judge! Four contestants will battle it our for a CASH and PRIZES. The best part is you pick the winner.. Afterwords, we party hard until 5am with Dj Self Born, playing the best in Hip Hop & open format.

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One Mic COMEDY DVD
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Dj Self Born
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True School Hip Hop
 
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Fashion’s Night Out at Saks Dadeland 9/6/12

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Fashion’s Night Out
Thursday, September 6, 6-9
Saks Dadeland

FNO 2012 EviteRSVP: rsvpdadeland@s5a.com

Celebrate Fashion’s Night Out

Saks Fifth Avenue is proud to donate 10% of the event sales to benefit Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade and Dress for Success Miami.

FENDI Fatto a Mano: Meet Italian-trained Fendi artisan Ester De Sarno

Hanae Mori’s latest fragrance Launch “Eue de Collection No. 7” and enjoy delectable sweets from the macaroon tower.

The Beauty Bar: Enjoy complimentary makeovers from an expert artist in vibrant hues.

Mini cupcakes provided by Clarabelle’s Cupcakes and Other Creations

Meet Michael Conners, author of “The Splendor of Cuba: 450 Years of Architecutre and Interiors” (Rizzoli Publishing) for a book signing.

Alexander McQueen shoe trunk show.

Shula’s 347 tasting.

The Fur Salon celebrates “The Best of Saks”

The Music Zone: Dance to the latest tunes in the contemporary department.

Target Wednesday After Hours 9/12/12

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Target Wednesday After Hours
September 12, 2012 from 6pm to 9pm
The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum
10975 SW 17th St.
Miami FL, 33199

The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University presents Out of the Ordinary Geometry by Lydia Azout and the FIU Faculty Show, featuring Tori Arpad-Cotta’s long, lovely portage and R.F. Buckley’s Reflections on Water, on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 from 6pm-9pm, during Target Wednesday After Hours. The event is free of charge and open to the public.

Out of the Ordinary Geometry by Lydia Azout. Throughout her career as a sculptor, Lydia Azout has focused on the basic elements of form and shape as symbolic of the powers of nature, especially the feminine forces she regards as reflections of creativity, cosmic order and harmony. Often working with monumental structures which she makes out of wood, steel and other materials, Lydia Azout boldly faces the challenges of size and space as she explores the object’s potential to express something beyond its geometric references and delve into a world that acknowledges the spiritual through a contemporary aesthetic. Her installation for the Frost Art Museum calls for the viewer to momentarily suspend the demands of the everyday to interact on an emotional basis with the sculptural forms. The large-scale, site-specific work is multi-media and constructed out of different types of steel and projections to produce a confrontation with the materials, potentially extend the human experience beyond that of the merely functional or obvious, and enter into a relationship directed at perception and personal response. According to the artist, “This exhibition is about the cosmos, Sacred Geometry, the unknown, the mysterious and the magical.” This exhibit, curated by Rebeca Schapiro, runs through October 21.

The FIU Faculty Show features two outstanding artists from the Art & Art History Department, Tori Arpad-Cotta and R.F. Buckley. Arpad-Cotta’s exhibition, long, lovely portage, continues her attention to place and practice, with an installation of projected video, hand-bound books and cast Egyptian paste in which presence and absence mingle.

The rhythms of South Florida waterways and substance of its sand and soil provide the locale for a meditation on the space between things. Buckley describes his exhibition, Reflections on Water, as being about aluminum and light; light and its refraction and interaction with aluminum. “My attempt with aluminum is to present a touchstone to access a few of our stored memories and experiences with water. The most recent iteration attempts to recall reflected light off of water, the movement of water and the fluidity of its changing states."

The FIU College of Architecture + The Arts, the Wolfsonian-FIU and the Frost Art Museum will also be highlighting what each has planned for the upcoming year in the Fall Arts Preview during this Target Wednesday After Hours.

Fashion’s Night Out at Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour 9/6/12

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Fashion’s Night Out at Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour
5556fnoThursday, September 6, 6pm-10pm
Saks Fifth Ave
Bal Harbour

RSVP at rsvpbalharbour@s5a.com

Twitter hashtag #FNOSaksBHS

Once a year, the entire fashion world comes out for a nationwide late night of style, music and more. Enjoy a fun-filled evening of fall fashion, the city’s hottest DJs, including DJ Mad Linx, Shake Shack’s world-famouse burgers, cocktails courtesy of the Broken Shaker and Stella Artois

Miami International Film Festival presents Gerhard Richter Painting during DWNTWN Art Days 9/7/12

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Miami International Film Festival presents Gerhard Richter Painting
gerhardrichter_photo6Friday, September 7 at 7:00 PM
Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus
Building 1, Auditorium – Room 1261

Free and Open to the Public

Directed by Corinna Belz

Germany | 2011 | 79 min. | trailer

In German with English subtitles

A thrilling chronicle of legendary German artist Gerhard Richter’s creative process, juxtaposed with intimate conversations and rare archive material.

"A must see… one of the most important living painters shows how he does it."

– The Hollywood Reporter

Coconut Grove Drum Circle 9/1/12

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Coconut Grove Drum Circle
Saturday, September 1, 2012, 7-10pm
3199 Commodore Plaza
(CORNER Of Grand Avenue And Commodore Plaza)
 www.facebook.com/coconutgrovedrumcircle

The Coconut Grove Drum Circle is now at home in our wonderful new location on the corner of Commodore Plaza and Grand Avenue, with great parking at the post office or the parking lot just east of the venue on Grand. Commodore is now the liveliest spot in the Grove on Art Walk night and there are wonderful galleries, restaurants, and bars a few steps away from the circle site. Come to our September circle and enjoy our new space! As always, we will bring ice water, seating, and extra drums and other percussion instruments. This venue is open air and though we will be dependent on the weather, it is much cooler than our previous site. So come drum and dance with us on September 1: discover or rediscover the magic and healing power of the drum. See you there!

Iliana Patty Mustelier Birthday Photographs on 8/23/12

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Iliana P. Mustelier, south Florida businesswoman and philanthropist celebrated her birthday at Wasska Lounge owned by renowned Chef Juan Chipoco on August 23, 2012.

Guests included:
Consul General of Peru in Miami, Ambassador Bustamante and his wife Maricarmen Bustamante.
Carla Ligia Erraez, Television Journalist for Telemundo/Univision;
Willie Panama, Singer/Composer;
Berndhard Seifert, Actor;
CJ McCann, Publisher/Editor for Mujer Revista;
Fher Troncoso, Photographer/Journalist;
Diana Lozzi, Journalist;
and Miami’s social entourage of Chamber Directors from different countries, photographers, promoters, fashion designers, make up artists, models and close friends.
Iliana Patty’s brother Henry Melgarejo sang a beautiful Peruvian waltz. Jose Mustelier (husband) and her sons Danny & Andy were also present.

(Photographs supplied by Iliana Patty Mustelier and are copyright their original owner)

Iliana Patty Mustelier was born on August 23rd, 1964 in the picturesque Valley of Mantaro, located in the beautiful City of Huancayo, Peru. Iliana Patty was raised in the bosom of a family of entrepreneurs. She spent her early years of life behind the counters of her parents’ jewelry stores in Huancayo, Lima and subsequently New York and Miami. She moved to the United States with her family when she was only 8 years old.

Iliana Patty grew up with business in her blood. Her mom Eva Guerra was a remarkable business woman who believed, “there are no impossibilities in life. Just opportunities”. Iliana Patty followed her family’s foot steps and eventually began working in the family business. As a teenager her passion for justice motivated her to study law, obtaining her Associate of Arts degree in Legal Studies. While working at her family’s business, she also began her Paralegal career in 1995 but she didn’t settle with working at a Law Firm. In her family roots it’s unheard to work just one job. She decided to invest in real estate and obtained her Real Estate Brokers license in 1998. In 2000, she opened her new business venture, Real Estate Investment Group, LLC. which shortly became a very successful real estate investment company with an investment portfolio of real estate properties in the USA, Central America and Peru.

However, with the real estate crisis in 2008, Real Estate Investment company was financially devastated but Iliana Patty did not let these difficulties destroy her. She made the decision of restructuring her investments portfolio and change her investment path. The question was… in what?

After countless trips to her hometown, which she is proud of due to her affection for its tradition , human warmth, revitalizing weather and, specially, delicious food. In 2009 during one of her visits to Huancayo, while she enjoyed the traditional food at Ingenio, she realized she had to share her culinary experiences with the best restaurants of Miami. That was it! She had found her new investment path: importing rainbow trout to USA. Iliana Patty founded Andes Seafood Distributors an import company in 2009. However, neither the rainbow trout nor the new companies were known in Miami, but this was yet another opportunity in this problem and established a new promotion company, ASE Events.

ASE Events’ main goal is satisfying the need of promoting Peruvian culture and products, as well as events, expos, festivals and more. ASE Events immediately surged due to Iliana Patty’s vision and her husband’s, Jose Andres Mustelier, contacts in the restaurant and hospitality industry. They approached international restaurants in Miami and offered to host tasting events in which restaurants could promote their premises and Andes Seafood had the opportunity to promote the new Andes Rainbow Trout. They also invited the local pisco distributors, their friends and the local press and ASE Events began hosting networking events. With this initiative Andes Seafood Distributors served rainbow trout and pisco at Tasting Events throughout South Florida. This marked a huge difference regarding the established model of selling Peruvian products; that is, they didn’t take a Peruvian product to the Peruvian public, they introduced it to the international consumer directly.

Attracted by Iliana Patty’s innovative vision, Chefs, restaurant owners, non-profit organizations and important personalities such as the Mayor of various cities in South Florida, the Consul of Perú in Miami, the Commercial Trade Commissioner of Peru in Miami and representatives of the Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of South Florida attended the networking events hosted by Andes Seafood Distributors and promoted by ASE Events. Iliana Patty was introduced to many organization leaders and invited to join many chambers of commerce. She immediately became a member of the Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of South Florida because she shared their vision in the need to promote Peruvian gastronomic industry. The Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce had successfully organized their First Gastronomic Festival in Miami: Taste of Perú 2010 and Andes Seafood were invited to participate. Iliana Patty was soon nominated in 2011 as Executive Director of the Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of South Florida and joined wholeheartedly in organizing the most important Mega event in the United States: Taste of Perú 2011.

Her popularity and recognition in Miami’s social spheres, made up of businesspeople and politicians, is not only thanks to her business success; Iliana Patty has also earned her friends, colleagues and the public’s respect due to her noble heart, which expresses in the way she supports whoever needs her however she can, specially nonprofit organizations, through events which help collect funds for children and their families. Her magnetic personality, love for her birth country, Peru and social work are three of her most outstanding aspects. Thanks to all of this, she won the Socialite of the Month Award in August, 2011 in Miami and is a very popular and loved personality in Miami.

Iliana Patty Mustelier’s multifaceted positions include but are not limited to President of Andes Seafood and ASE Events, Event Coordinator of the most important Gastronomical Festival in the United States, “Taste of Peru 2012”, Co-Owner of Luxure Realty Company, Executive Director of the Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce of South Florida, Independent Consultant of Nikken, and an honorary member of many Non-Profit Organizations that she continues to help. Her business success is complemented by a very close family unit, her husband and her three sons which are true blessings from God.

RCD Productions Presenta A Anthony En Concierto 9/15/12

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RCD Productions Presenta A Anthony En Concierto
ANTHONY-PROMO9/15/2012, 10:00pm
Mio Restaurant Cafe Teatro & Lounge
1148 Southwest 27 Avenue
Miami, FL 33135
http://www.facebook.com/misuenoanthony
 
RCD Productions presenta ANTHONY "EN VIVO" Sabado 15, 2012 en Mio Cafe Teatro Restaurant & Lounge a las 10:00pm. Estaremos lanzando oficialmente su primer CD titulado "Mi Sueño" Las entradas estaran vendiendose a $20.00. Artistas invitados: Anay Mursuli & Rosa Monzon.
 
Para adquirir las entradas, llamen a RCD Productions: 786-356-0079 (Tambien estaran disponibles en la puerta)

Synthesis at DWNTWN Art Days 9/7/12

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Synthesis at DWNTWN Art Days
synthesis-postcard-39/7/2012, 7:00
The Artisan Lounge
500 NE 1st Ave
Miami 33132
www.theartisanlounge.com
 
The Artisan Lounge Presents:
Synthesis by Sri Prabha and Charles Falarara
 
Sri Prabha utilizes scientific iconography and recent discoveries to create colorful mixed media works that examine humanity’s various levels of integration with nature, our origins, and the cosmos. Discoveries made by the Hubble Telescope and deep sea exploration vehicles are some of the scientific information Prabha utilizes in his mixed media works. Photos and scientific data collected by these research tools are manipulated and transformed into evocative personal and universal experiences.
 
Charles Falarara’s drawings explore and transcend shades of black and white, luring the viewer’s imaginative subconscious mind to reference living things. His imaginative world of alien forms attribute human motivation, characteristics, or behavior to inanimate objects, animals, or natural phenomena. Charles Falarara is currently being represented by Froelick Gallery for more information please visit www.froelickgallery.com
 
The Artisan Lounge is a new and innovative studio and gallery space for both the emerging and seasoned professional. The Artisan Lounge is currently owned and completely funded by Christ Fellowship Miami. who believes in the power and importance of the Arts and Community. Free parking at Christ Fellowship on NW 5th Street at NE 1st Ave.
 
Special Thanks to Perricones’s, Fratelli Milano and 305Green for sponsoring our event.
 
www.theartisanlounge.com
www.sriprabha.com
www.charlesfalarara.com

Miami Children’s Museum One Day Camp Young Einsteins 9/17/12

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Miami Children’s Museum One Day Camp – Young Einsteins
September 17th, 2012, 9 AM – 3 PM
Miami Children’s Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway
Miami FL 33132
miamichildrensmuseum.org
 
Miami Children’s Museum One Day Camp – Young Einsteins
September 17th, 2012
9 AM – 3 PM
Pre-K (4) – 5th Grade
 
You’re never too young to get into science. Discover how to make your own goop, examine the world around you with magnifying glasses, make a super bubble mixture and more!
 
Register by calling Yanet at (305) 373-KIDS (5437) ext. 112 or email Yanet@miamichildrensmuseum.org
 
Cost: $45 for Members, $50 for Non-Members (Before and After Care available)

Skinny Hendrix presents ‘Stache Bash 9/2/12

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Skinny Hendrix presents ‘Stache Bash
Sunday, September 2, 10pm
gooseflyernewThe Goose
3008 Grand Avenue
Coconut Grove, FL 33133
https://www.facebook.com/skinnyhendrixmusic
 
Looking for a fun place to go with friends after the Bed Race?  The good vibes will be out in full force at ‘Stache Bash on Sunday night. Come out and hear a fresh blend of electro, dubstep, moombah and more brought to you by DJ Skinny Hendrix!
 
The bash is happening at The Goose, a fresh new nightclub with the best sound system in the Grove. The party starts at 10PM, you won’t want to miss this!

Lecture by Julian Young at Whale and Star 9/12/12

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Lecture by Julian Young at Whale & Star
September 12, 2012, 7 PM
Picture-2Whale & Star
2215 NW 1st Place
Miami, Florida 33127
http://thelectureproject.com/#young

Enrique Martínez Celaya’s studio presents The Whale & Star Lecture Series.
 
On September 12, 2012 at 7pm, Whale & Star will present their eleventh lecture of the season. Lecture 11 welcomes acclaimed Philosophy Professor, Julian Young who will discuss the philosophy of Friedrich Hegel, in his lecture titled "Hegel on Tragedy." The lecture is open to the public, with a $5 fee, but RSVP’s are necessary to the studio at 305-576-6160.
 
“Taking Antigone as his paradigm, Hegel views great tragedy as the articulation and resolution of ethical dilemmas. I look at the elements of this theory: “ethical substance,” the tragic conflict, the tragic flaw, and the tragic “resolution.” And then I defend the theory against a number of criticisms: that in ignoring “catharsis” the theory is excessively intellectual, that it ignores the central role of fate in Greek tragedy, that in proposing a “resolution” it misses the essence of the “tragic vision,” and that there must be something wrong with a theory that denies tragic greatness to Shakespeare.” -Julian Young
 
Julian Young is the Kenan Professor of Humanities at Wake Forest University.  He is the author of ten books, mostly on nineteenth- and twentieth-century German philosophy, as well as The Death of God and the Meaning of Life. His most recent work is Friedrich Nietzsche: a Philosophical Biography. He has appeared on radio and television in Ireland, New Zealand and the USA, and has written for the Guardian, the New York Times and Harper’s Magazine. He is currently completing The Philosophy of Richard Wagner, and plans a book on tragedy.

MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance to Plan a Special 9/11 Remembrance During Board Meeting for Miami Beach Residents 9/11/12

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MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance to Plan a Special 9/11 Remembrance During Board Meeting for Miami Beach Residents
TCG-LOGOSeptember 11, 2012, 6:30 pm
Caribbean Condominium
3739 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
http://www.thecontinentalgroupinc.com
 
The MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance (MBNA) will have its monthly meeting on September 11th to continue its service as a platform for Miami Beach homeowners and businesses as well as partake in a special observance for all the victims of 9/11.  All residents and business owners in the MidBeach area are invited to attend the MBNA meeting on Tuesday, September 11th at 6:30 p.m. at the Caribbean Condominium located at 3739 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida, 33140.
 
The MBNA was formed by community leaders who sought a vehicle to enable MidBeach residents to collaborate and communicate common interests effectively and mobilize public support on important issues.
 
The MBNA has been the creation of an Ad Hoc Committee to formalize and define the key components of the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of the organization.
 
During the September 11th meeting, the MBNA founding members will have a special remembrance for the victims of 9/11 with opening remarks by Commissioner Jerry Libbin. MBNA will then continue to discuss the mission, goals and constitution of the organization intended to represent the interests of homeowners in the MidBeach District of Miami Beach, which spans from 23rd Street to 69th Street.
 
Topics of discussions will include: Bylaws revisions, IRS – responsible parties, membership strategy, 2013 election plans, good and welfare by unit owners, adjournment, as well as the discussion for a new Florida Department of Transportation project for A1A/Indiana Creek Dr.
 
Founding partners of the MBNA include: The Continental Group, 5600 Condominium, Blue Diamond, Canyon Ranch Residence, The Caribbean, Carriage House, The Executive Condominium, Green Diamond, Imperial House, Maison Grande, Mosaic, Regency Tower, Seacoast 5151 and Seacoast 5700.
 
Additionally, founding members of the new MBNA include: Miami Beach Commissioner and Vice Mayor Jerry Libbin, Matthew Abramowitz, Alejandro & Kate Arce, Avra Bank, David Basch, Matteo Bianchi, Kevin Brill, Alicia Casanova, David & Carol Cohen, Justin Fuhrman, Michael Girotto, Muhammad Hasan, Nancy Ladd, Roger Leifer, Simon Nemni, Chana Perl, James Richmond, Laverne Rodriguez, Miriam Ruiz, Kim Selmore and Gustavo Verite.
The MBNA strongly encourages MidBeach residents to attend and encourage those in neighboring communities to participate. The success of the MBNA is heavily dependent on resident involvement and community support.
 
The Continental Group (TCG), a FirstService Residential Management company, is one of the founding partners and is proud to be spearheading the recently formed MidBeach Neighborhood Alliance (MBNA). For more information, please contact Shelly Tygielski, VP of Communications for TCG at 954-378-1086 or at stygielski@tcgmgt.com .

Art To Motivate 9/6/12

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Art To Motivate
Untitled09/06/2012, 6:30 PM
Gallery Art
Promenade Shops
20633 Biscayne Boulevard
Aventura, Florida 33180
www.gallart.com
 
Please join us this Thursday along with many former NFL & NBA players at Gallery Art located in the Promenade Shops in Aventura to showcase there Art Collection along with complimentary food & drinks. Look for special updates as the days go on leading up to the event regarding special guest appearances as well as other surprises.

Feeding South Florida Launches Wynwood Wall for Hunger Action Month September 2012

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Feeding South Florida Launches Wynwood Wall for Hunger Action Month

Brightly Painted Mural Displays Shocking Facts About Hunger in South Florida; Reflects Efforts of Hunger Action Month, September

Wall

Some of the world’s greatest artists working in the graffiti and art genre are helping the South Florida community to fight hunger. In celebration of Hunger Action Month (September), graffiti artists 3i7, Dism and Elite recently joined forces with Feeding South Florida™ and VSBrooks Advertising in Coral Gables to create a cutting-edge Wynwood Wall in Miami, featuring  alarming facts about hunger in South Florida.

Located on the outside of the building at 2121 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33127, the eye-catching, completed wall features a 88-ft world-class mural that displays bright orange (the color of hunger relief) and other colors and artistic graffiti. The wall will be up indefinitely.

Creating a mural for a nonprofit organization such as Feeding South Florida is a new concept for Wynwood Walls, which, among other things, are inspiring models for the revitalization of abandoned historic communities and must-see destinations for Miami. Wynwood Walls bring the world’s most renowned graffiti and street art artists to Miami.

In an “in-your-face” manner, the wall brings attention to the fact that the face of hunger is no longer only the homeless. It’s those who suffer in silence: children, the working poor, the elderly, handicapped and veterans. On a daily basis, nearly 1 million people in South Florida, including more than 340,000 children, face hunger.

The largest food bank in the state, Feeding South Florida strives to serve those who are food insecure through a local network of approximately 450 other nonprofit organizations in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe Counties.

VSBrooks Advertising, a continued supporter of Feeding South Florida, took the steps to coordinate the creation of the wall with the artists and donated all of the supplies. Diana Brooks, chair of Feeding South Florida’s Board of Directors, is co-founder and managing partner of VSBrooks Advertising.

“This wall is a very progressive way to reach out to the community and let them know what the true facts are about hunger in South Florida,” said Brooks. “Wynwood Walls and the artists have created a striking, real example of how everyone can help the community and join the fight against hunger, especially during Hunger Action Month.”

Hunger Action Month is a call to action to mobilize the public to raise awareness and take action in support of domestic hunger relief. During Hunger Action Month, Feeding South Florida is encouraging South Floridians to do something about it with a variety of events and activities.

Another way that members of the community can easily show their support for Hunger Action Month is to wear orange or go orange digitally on Thursday, Sept. 6, Go Orange! Day.

Feeding South Florida’s local calendar at www.feedingsouthflorida.org provides individuals with many exciting ways to participate in community efforts to end hunger throughout September. For more information about how Feeding South Florida is participating in Hunger Action Month, visit www.feedingsouthflorida.org.

Feeding South Florida™ is a nonprofit organization that empowers other South Florida nonprofit organizations to assist people in need and improve their lives. Feeding South Florida does this by providing food and other grocery products, and by educating and engaging the community to fight hunger and poverty. Through a local network of approximately 450 other nonprofit organizations, Feeding South Florida strives to serve almost 1 million individuals in need, including more than 340,000 children who are food insecure, the elderly, the mentally and physically challenged, veterans and the working poor, in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Monroe Counties with compassion and integrity. Feeding South Florida, the largest food bank in the state, is a member of Feeding America, the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief charity. In 2011, Feeding South Florida distributed over 30 million pounds of food valued at almost $50 million within the South Florida community. Feeding South Florida’s headquarters is located at 2501 SW 32 Terrace, Pembroke Park, FL, 33023. For more information, please call (954) 518-1818 or visit www.feedingsouthflorida.org.

The Wynwood Walls, conceived by the renowned community revitalizer and place maker Tony Goldman in 2009, has brought the world’s greatest artists working in the graffiti and street art genre to Miami. The world-class murals and spirit of the project continues to attract thousands of people to the Wynwood Walls each year. Among other things, it is an inspiring model for the revitalization of abandoned historic communities and a must-see destination for the city. For more information, visit www.thewynwoodwalls.com .

The City of Sunrise and KCC Productions present Red, Hot, and Blue Songs of the 30’s and 40’s 8/31/12

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The City of Sunrise and KCC Productions present "Red, Hot, and Blue: Songs of the 30’s and 40’s" starring Wendy Pedersen and Lisanne Lyons
BlueAugust 31 at 8 pm.
Sunrise Civic Center Theater
10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard
(954) 747-4646. Tickets $17; $15 for students, $10 for children.
 
Go back to the ‘40s with KCC Productions’ swinging ensemble, “Red, Hot and Blue,” featuring singing sensations Wendy Pedersen and Lisanne Lyons. These fabulous ladies will be accompanied by a quartet of musicians led by Jim Gaisor on piano, Rick Harris on trumpet and vocals, and Josh Allen on bass. Hear favorites like “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree,” and more!
 
Wendy Pedersen is one of South Florida’s favorite performers. Her high-energy vocal delivery, with deep, convincing emotion has been impacting audiences for many years.  Wendy has won many awards including the Southern Bell/Pace “Jazz Artist of the Year”  and a Miami New Times “best vocalist”, saying, “Wendy can shake the rafters or break your heart…”   Wendy Pedersen’s discography includes her debut CD, “Me + Three”; a Holiday CD, “Ho Ho Ho”; and her brand new release, “Under The Influence”, a tribute to the many women who inspired and influenced her. Both Wendy and Lisanne also sing with an exciting new jazz vocal quartet, Mad Romance, also featuring Rick Harris and Greg Diaz.
 
Lisanne Lyons teaches Studio Music and Jazz at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music. She has been featured with the Woody Herman Orchestra, Maynard Ferguson, Arturo Sandoval, Roanoke Symphony, Palm Beach Pops, XL Big Band in Sweden, Nantes Big Band, Los Alas Studio Orchestra, and various bands and orchestras across the country. She has produced two solo CD’s and two CD’s as lead soprano in the DC-based Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet, with whom she performed at major jazz festivals across the country and abroad. With numerous performing, recording, and back up singing credits, she was also the featured performer with Joel Grey on the NBC Orange Bowl half-time show.  Lisanne is the recipient of several DownBeat awards as a jazz vocal soloist, jazz vocal choir director, and most recently as a jazz arranger.  She was the first to perform live the Nelson Riddle arrangements of the George Gershwin Songbook that he wrote for Ella Fitzgerald, who only recorded them.

Fashion’s Night Out at The Marlin Live Featuring Celebrity Designer Tanya Marie 9/5/12

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Fashion’s Night Out at The Marlin Live, Featuring Celebrity Designer, Tanya Marie!
Wednesday, September 5th, 8pm
photoMarlin Hotel
1200 Collins Ave
Miami, Florida

Everyone knows that Fashion’s Night Out is an exhilarating but chaotic time, it’s literally the mardi gras of fashion. It’s so great, why not get started early!

The Marlin Live is a series of exclusive private events featuring trending recording artists held at the iconic Marlin Hotel.

They will be doing a special fashion presentation in honor of Fashion’s Night Out on September 5th, one day early (Fashion’s Night Out is on the 6th). The Marlin’s idea was to take people out of the crowds of Fashion’s Night Out and give them a chance to really take in the fashion. "The Fashion" in this case is Tanya Marie Designs. Tanya Marie is a rising design star based in Miami, she has a celebrity clientele, and a cool design aesthetic that is causing a buzz in the fashion world. The event will feature celebrity music producer "Bigg D" who has produced hits for pop artists like Jamie Foxx, and Ludacris, sounds by the illustrious Dj Mark Leventhal, and filming by Planet Fashion TV.
 
About Tanya Marie Designs: Tanya Marie designs are a truly unique work of art. With a fiercely loyal clientele her designer boutique in Miami’s trendy Design District, features one of a kind dresses that range from beachwear to black tie gala. She carries a full ready wear selection also including menswear, denim and accessories. Tanya-Marie’s designs feature rich fabrics from around the globe, and are embellished with custom jewels. Tanya had years of experience as a gifted prodigy in design and as a celebrity stylist. http://tanyamariedesign.com/TMDesign/

The Marlin is a unique boutique luxury hotel in South Beach Miami. Rated as one of the world’s leading lifestyle hotels by Conde Naste Traveler, The Marlin was built in 1939 by famed architect Laurence Murray Dixon. The Marlin Hotel is truly one of the premier examples of Art Deco grandeur. The Marlin is home to the renowned South Beach Studios, a world class recording facility.

Planet Fashion TV is an online news/video portal and series, beautifully shot in HD & can be seen in 8 countries .The show targets an international & culturally astute demographic. It’s one of the few western shows that currently air in China. PFTV is known for covering what’s trending and covering the hottest runways shows from around the world including Gucci, Versace, Giorgio Armani, Dior, Badgley Mischka & Mathew Williamson.
For More On Planet Fashion TV: www.planetfashiontv.com

ISA Boutique Pop-Up at Montica Jewelry in Coral Gables for Fashion’s Night Out 9/6/12

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ISA Boutique Pop-Up at Montica Jewelry in Coral Gables for Fashion’s Night Out
isaThursday, September 6, 7-9pm
Montica Jewelry
75 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables, FL.

RSVP to isa@cm-publicrelations.com

ISA boutique Celebrates Fashion’s Night Out

The fourth annual global celebration of fashion and style

Join us as we’ll be "popping up" at Montica Jewelry in Coral Gables to take part in the festivities and showcase a selection of pieces.

Enjoy a preview of fall’s latest fashion & jewelry, as well as complimentary champagne, small bites by Tarpon Bend, gift bags & giveaways

Pop-Up Piano Miami Second Edition During the Week of Art Basel Miami Beach 2012 12/6/12-12/9/12

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Pop-Up Piano Miami Second Edition During the Week of Art Basel Miami Beach 2012
December 6 – 9, 2012
Throughout Miami
www.popuppianomia.com

During the week of Art Basel Miami Beach, Steinway & Sons Miami will present Pop-Up Piano Miami 2012, a public arts project that premiered during Art Basel Miami Beach 2011. With the continued support of Steinway & Sons Miami and new participating sponsors, this year the program is set to launch on a significantly larger scale by not only supporting local music and arts programs but also joining a global initiative.

Steinway & Sons Miami, a factory-owned retail location for Steinway & Sons, maker of the world’s finest pianos, has donated eight pianos that will be strategically placed by Wynwood Shipping across Downtown Miami, Midtown Miami, Wynwood, and Design District areas.

UPDATED LOCATIONS
Sugarcane raw bar grill Location / Desiree Kawass piano
Performance: Friday, Dec. 7th at 7:30PM – Locos Por Juana & Suenalo

Wynwood Cigar Factory / Ross Van Rosenberg piano
Performance: Saturday, Dec. 8th at 7:30PM – Juke, Heavy Pets, Arboles Libres

Gigi’s (Midtown Miami: 3470 North Miami Ave., Miami, FL 33127) giginow.com, Artist Ivan Roque

Jimmy’z Kitchen (Wynwood: 2700 North Miami Ave., Miami, FL 33127), jimmyzkitchen.com, Artist Arnaud Pages

The Tent at Soho Beach House * Soho Beach House Members Only (Miami Beach: 4385 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140) sohobeachhouse.com, Artist Waseone

South Street Restaurant & Bar (Design District: 4000 NE 2nd Ave., Miami, FL 33137) southstreetmiami.com, Artist Rodrigo Gaya
SUGARCANE raw bar grill (Midtown Miami: 3252 NE 1st Ave., Miami, FL 33127) sugarcanerawbargrill.com, Artist Desiree Kawass

Wynwood Cigar Factory (Wynwood Miami: 101 NW 2nd Ave. Miami FL 33127) wynwoodcigar.com, Artist Ross Von Rosenberg

Fisher Island (Private) Artist Federico Carosio III

Heineken Mural: Universal Aloha by Prime, Estria and Trek6 (313 NW 25th St.) Artist Ruben Ubiera

The Mixed Media Collective and PrintHouse USA are providing maps and other marketing materials. They will be popping up in several art-centric Miami locations in the coming months.

Each of the eight pianos will be crafted by artists at one of Miami’s iconic mixed-use arts complexes, Miami Iron Side. Miami Iron Side will also host a Pre-Art Basel Mixer where media and the community can view the almost completed pianos and meet the artists while savoring special delights such as tea tastings by Steep City Teas and sweets by Patty Cakes Cupcakes. Pearl Paint, the largest art supply store in the world that began on Canal Street, New York in 1933 as a family-owned company, will be supplying all the artistic materials for the following artists to create their masterpieces on the pianos:

  • Alex Mijares (mijaresart.co/category/alexander-mijares-2/)
  • Desiree Kawass (desireekawass.com)
  • Federico Carosio III (federicocarosioiii.com)
  • Ivan Roque (allhailtla.com/Home.html)
  • Rodrigo Gaya (rgayaphoto.photoshelter.com)
  • Ross Von Rosenberg (rossvon7design.com)
  • Ruben Ubiera (urbanpopsoul.com)
  • Waseone (iamwaseone.com)

Surprise locally acclaimed musicians will have “pop-up” performances that will be announced via social media outlets throughout the duration of the project. Art Basel week spectators will have access to tickle the ivories between scheduled performances by these talented musicians.

Nationally acclaimed musicians will have “Pop-Up” performances that will be announced via social media outlets throughout the duration of the project. Art Basel week spectators will have access to tickle the ivories between scheduled performances by these talented musicians. The performers are planned to be announced on October 9, 2012.

PUPM will host an opening fundraiser event in collaboration with the Friends of the New World Symphony on Wednesday, December 5. The event will feature a performance by a renowned, possibly Steinway-signed musician. The event will also host a silent auction of unique treats and donated gifts from partners. Funds that are raised from the auction and event tickets will be donated to Central Africa’s only symphony orchestra, Kimbangus Symphony Orchestra, located in Kinshasa (the heart of the Congo) to help them meet their goal of building a music school particularly for the Street Children which is Kinshasa’s leading issue.

Maestro, conductor, and founder of the symphony, Armand Diangienda states “my house became a music school because we don’t have another place. It’s a big project for the future to find a place where we can build more rooms for the orchestra to practice as well as the street children, giving them a place of refuge from the streets…giving them hope for a life.”

After Art Basel Miami Beach week, the pianos will be donated to local charities. PUPM will also work to expand, develop and implement specially designed music programs and workshops at some of the charities where the pianos will permanently reside.

The concept of Pop-Up Pianos was inspired by the New York City organization Sing for Hope. Sing for Hope mobilizes professional artists in volunteer programs that benefit schools, hospitals and communities. Sing for Hope’s Pop-Up Pianos celebrate the vision of arts accessibility for all. The inspirational project motivated the Co-Founders of The Black Key Group, Whitney Lykins and Isabella Acker, to bring Pop-Up Piano to Miami with the support of Steinway Piano Gallery of Miami and committee members Patricia Baro (Mixed Media Collective); Gaudi Castro (HEARD.); Meris Thomas (Freelancer – Event Production); Arnaud Pages (Macias Advertising); Daniel Rivero (WLRN); and Jessica Wade Pfeffer (Jessica Wade Inc.).

Stay tuned for musician, sponsor, and piano location announcements as well as event details. For more information, visit www.PopUpPianoMia.com. To keep track of piano locations, artists, and musicians, please follow Pop-Up Piano Miami on Twitter and Facebook.

yo MOMMA in the HOUSE the SHOW 9/19/12

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yo MOMMA in the HOUSE the SHOW
yomommaWednesday, September 19, 2012, 6-10pm
12345 West Dixie Studio and Gallery
North Miami, FL 33161
www.facebook.com/myra.wexler

RSVP: info@12345westdixie.com
For information: 305-893-9495

Featuring photographer David Siqueiros
and portrait/caricature representations of you MOMMA rendered by her posse of Artist Friends.

Show the Love
Obey yo MOMMA

Bass Museum of Art Reception For New Exhibit UNNATURAL 9/8/12

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Bass Museum of Art Reception For New Exhibit UNNATURAL
UnnaturalSaturday, Sept. 8, 2012, 7 to 10 p.m.
8 p.m. walk-through with the artists
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.bassmuseum.org

Bass Museum of Art invites art aficionados to mingle over complimentary cocktails and live music during the upcoming opening reception for its newest exhibit, UNNATURAL, on Saturday, Sept. 8, 2012 from 7 to 10 p.m. This special event will include a walk-through tour with the curator, Tami Katz-Freiman, and several featured artists from 8 to 8:30 p.m.  The reception is free to members and basspass holders, and $10 for non-members.  Live beats will be spun by DJ Terence Tabeau, and  complimentary valet parking will be provided.  
 
UNNATURAL presents scientific, romantic, conceptual, poetic, sensual and ecological concepts of nature through a variety of strategies that reflect advances in technology in the 21st century. The artists selected for UNNATURAL come from diverse cultural backgrounds, with a majority being Israeli-born. The artists’ work in a wide range of media, including video, photography, sculpture and installation, blurring the boundaries between traditionally represented nature and culture.
 
Artists confirmed to attend the reception include: Meirav Heiman and Yossi Ben Shoshan, Michal Shamir, Hilja Keading, Blane De St. Croix, Samantha Salzinger, Antony Aziz + Samuel Cucher and Wendy Wischer.
 
UNNATURAL runs through Nov. 4, 2012. Regular Museum hours are Wednesday through Sunday, noon to 5 p.m.
 
Interviews with exhibit curator Tami Katz-Freiman, or Silvia Karman Cubina, Executive Director and Chief Curator for Bass Museum of Art, are available upon request.

Tami Katz-Freiman is an art historian, curator and critic, based in Miami. Until recently, she served as the Chief Curator of the Haifa Museum of Art (2005-2010). She has curated numerous group and solo exhibitions in prominent museums in Israel and the US, where she lived and worked between 1994 and 1999. Her most notable project in collaboration with the Bass Museum was Desert Cliché: Israel Now—Local Images, a traveling exhibition co-curated with Amy Cappellazzo that debuted at the Bass Museum of Art on April 1997. Between 2008 and 2010, she was teaching at the Art History Department at Tel Aviv University and at the International Curatorial Studies Program of the Kalisher Art School in Tel Aviv. She has published extensively in books, catalogues and magazines devoted to contemporary art. Her most recent exhibition Critical Mass: Contemporary Art from India (co-curated with Rotem Ruff) is currently shown at the Herta and Paul Amir new building of the Tel Aviv Museum of Art.

Pinecrest Gardens Presents Masquerade in the Gardens Gala 11/3/12

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Pinecrest Gardens Presents Masquerade in the Gardens Gala
Saturday, Nov. 3, 2012, 7 to 11 p.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, Fla. 33156
Tickets for the black tie optional evening are $150 per person. For reservations, call (305) 669-6990.

Miami’s famed Gala Season premieres on Saturday, Nov. 3 as Pinecrest Gardens hosts its inaugural benefit, Masquerade in the Gardens: A Night at the Moulin Rouge, presented by Alore Event Firm.
 
The elegant evening will commence at Lakeview Terrace, where VIPs, tastemakers and local celebrities will sip signature cocktails provided by Bacardi, dine on gourmet cuisine provided by Macy’s Catering and satisfy a sweet tooth, with Lily Pâtisserie’s gourmet cookies, Sinful Sweets pastries and Filled & Frosted cupcakes. In the Moulin Rouge spirit, entertainment will include stilt walkers, jugglers, fire-eaters provided by Fire By The Palms Production, and an exclusive performance by renowned jazz diva, Debby Orta.
 
The evening will proceed with dancing and music in the meadow, which will be transformed with ringside tables and dance floor. Music will be provided by the Continental Brass Band and DJ Mike Pileggi (who will also emcee the event). As the night draws to a close, attendees will receive luxurious swag bags, complete with gifts from My Derma Face Spa, Lucky Strike Miami, Angler’s Hotel, Smith & Wollensky, Brighton, Yankee Candle, BB&T Bank and many more.

The Men’s Expo in Miami Dade Exposition Center 10/27/12

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The Men’s Expo in Miami Dade Exposition Center
October 27, 2012
Miami Dade Exposition Center
107 Avenue & 24 Street SW
www.miamimensexpo.com

Rain Or Shine | All Ages | $5 Entry

Miami Marlins Partners with Men’s Expo 2012

The premier annual Men’s Expo 2012  (October 27, 2012) is just around the corner, and Expo attendees from across the South of Florida region are preparing to converge upon Miami for the largest men attractions and education! Hundreds of businesses are scrambling to secure their spots as sponsors and exhibitors for an opportunity to reach more than 5,000 consumers for this annual event 2012 attendees will see a number of new sponsoring, including Miami Marlins the Official Partner.

"We are honored to have the Miami Marlins present during our Men’s event, and greatly appreciate their great support in promoting it at the Ballpark during the next twenty four games" expressed Doug Mayorga, President of the Minority Chamber of Commerce, "the Miami Marlins will announce before, during half time and during their games The Men Expo 2012 where we estimate an approximate 500,000 persons will see the campaign, making this an unprecedented success in the history of the Minority Chamber of Commerce’s events" 
 
The Men’s Expo 2012 will be treated to over 50 demonstrations and activities for all types and levels of experience for upscale individuals, corporate executives, veterans, university-college students and public servants from the governments. They will enjoy over 100 exhibitors from nationwide and will have the opportunity to try out their products, services and opportunities for men.

Seven Days of Noodle Nirvana for $7 at Cafe Prima Pasta 10/7/12-10/13/12

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Seven Days of Noodle Nirvana for $7 at Cafe Prima Pasta
Sunday, October 7th  – Saturday, October 13th (National Pasta Week)
noodleCafé Prima Pasta
414 71st Street
Miami Beach, FL
Phone: 305.867.0106.  www.cafeprimapasta.com

The 50 pounds of pasta the average person in Italy eats annually pales in comparison to the 15 pounds eaten by Americans. However, in celebration of National Pasta Week (the second week of October), locals can get a fork up on the competition as Café Prima Pasta celebrates with a showcase of seven of their homemade pasta dishes for seven days for a promotional price of $7. 
 
Sunday- Spaghetti ala Marinara
Monday- Fettuccini Carbonara
Tuesday- Penne with Fresh Garlic and Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Wednesday- Bucatini Amatricana
Thursday- Garganelli Ragu
Friday- Linguini al Pesto
Saturday- Pappardelle ai Funghi

Puzzle Pieces of Our Community 10/20/12

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Puzzle Pieces of Our Community
2012-Autism-Speaks-Puzzle-Pieces-E-FlyerSaturday, October 20, 2012, 7:00 PM
Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Miami
3300 SW 27th Avenue
Miami, FL 33133
http://events.autismspeaks.org/puzzlepieces
 
Join us for an amazing evening honoring outstanding individuals and corporations for their exemplary leadership and commitment to the autism community.
 
The gala features a special keynote speaker and one of this year’s honorees, City of Doral Mayor, Juan Carlos Bermudez.
Additional honorees include:
-       BDO
-       Main Street Children’s Dentistry Orthodontics
-       Sedano’s Supermarket
These honorees have significantly impacted the autism community with their strong leadership, tireless dedication and contributions in helping to improve the lives of those who struggle with autism and their families by generating funds for autism research and services to benefit families in South Florida and beyond. 
 
There will also be live entertainment by Carlos Oliva y Los Sobrinos del Juez, the originator of the Miami Sound.

Christian Holstad and Seth Price + Works from the Collection 9/8/12

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Christian Holstad and Seth Price + Works from the Collection
Second Saturday Gallery Walk, September 8, 2012. From 7-10pm
BANNER_2012_HOLSTADde la Cruz Collection
23 N.E. 41st Street
Miami, FL 33137

The de la Cruz Collection is pleased to announce the opening of an installation in our project room of works by American artist Christian Holstad.

Christian Holstad’s art practice reflects his interests in crafts, hand-made objects and textiles. Holstad’s work shares a "Camp" aesthetic sensibility with references to kitsch. "Camp" was very much part of the 1960’s culture and is often associated with drag queen performers, filmmakers like John Waters (his films Pink Flamingos, Hairspray and Polyester), Andy Warhol and artists like Divine and Liberace.
Holstad’s installation Sleeping Bag from Dignity, 2004, a crotched campfire scene, includes a sleeping bag with an image of Patty Hearst on the pillow, a symbol of American History in the 70’s. Big Drag, 2004, a metallic purple hyena with flamingos is also included in the installation, further referring to disco culture.
It Comes in Waves, 2003, Christian Holstad’s sparkling tinsel curtain, brings back memories of Felix Gonzalez-Torres’ glittering curtains. By inprinting on the curtain Japanese artist Hokusai’s famous early 19th century woodblock print The Wave, Holstad introduces high art on modest materials.

Christian Holstad was born in Anaheim, California 1972.
He lives and works in New York.

The de la Cruz Collection is pleased to announce the opening of an installation of works by American artist Seth Price.
In an interview with Gwen Allen in 2007, Seth Price stated – "I’m interested in the effect of digital technologies, as they reached the marketplace sometime in the 1970s. It does happen to line with my own life span." Like Marcel Broodthaers and Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Seth Price is interested in the importance of the distribution and dispersion of the artwork.
In Digital Video Digital Effect: Spills, 2004, Price alters a homemade video shot by Joan Jonas featuring Richard Serra and Robert Smithson discussing current issues referring to the art market. Price uses electronic ink to abstract and erase the image, however their conversation can be heard. The packaging of the video is an integral part of the work, creating a time capsule, and questioning the obsolescence of technology.
Price’s use of industrial methods is manifested in his vacuum-formed works. In this case, the synthetic rope becomes a "luscious" object even though its just a plastic mold like those used today for packaging and distributing mass-produced goods.
Seth Price was born in East Jerusalem 1973.
He lives and works in New York.

Art Fallout 2012 10/6/12

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Art Fallout 2012
Saturday, October 6, 2012, 5-8pm
ArtFallout_Front_webGirls’ Club Gallery
117 NE 2nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
954-828-9151
http://girlsclubcollection.org/events
 
A Day for Contemporary Art
Join artists, galleries, and art lovers for an explosive evening of art in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale.
Bike, walk, drive or hop on the free shuttle bus to downtown art venues, exhibitions, performances and open studios. Event will include T-shirts, interactive art activities and fun for all!
Participating venues: Girls’ Club, 1310 Gallery, Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale, FAT Village and The Green Room
 
Girls’ Club will host a one-day open call exhibition of South Florida artists at Girls’ Club on October 6, 2012 from 5-8pm to energize the Downtown Fort Lauderdale Contemporary Art Scene
 
For a nominal $10 per work fee, all UNFRAMED works are accepted and presented to the public for the one day exhibition. All fees collected support Girls’ Club’s art education and outreach programming for women and girls. A panel of prominent South Florida arts professionals will informally judge the works in the exhibition on their merits and the public is invited to give personal feedback to the artists via a system of color-coded handwritten messages. Last year, this system proved a fun way to connect artists with art enthusiasts. Girls’ Club hopes to inspire individuals to start their own art collections!
 
A limited edition t-shirt and tote bag for Art Fallout 2012 will be available for sale that day at Girls’ Club. The Art Fallout flyer and accompanying t-shirt features work by Fort Lauderdale artist Lisa Rockford, whose work is in the collection of Francie Bishop Good and David Horvitz.
 
Complete Artist submission forms and guidelines are available at www.girlsclubcollection.org/events  and at www.artfallout.blogspot.com .
 
Check in for updates and new postings!

Macy’s at Aventura Mall Host Flavors Of Miami Spice With Fashion’s Night Out 9/6/12

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Macy’s at Aventura Mall Host Flavors Of Miami Spice With Fashion’s Night Out
fashionThursday, September 6, 2012 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Macy’s Aventura Mall
19535 Biscayne Boulevard
Aventura, FL.
Free and open-to-the-public, however space is limited. Reservations for this event are required by calling Casey Garcia at (305) 577-1588 or via e-mail at casey.garcia@macys.com.

Culinary Event to Feature Tasting Samples from Miami Spice Participating Restaurants

Macy’s Department Store has recently joined forces with the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) to introduce Flavors of Miami Spice, a fabulous culinary and fashion extravaganza to be held at Macy’s Aventura Mall on Thursday, September 6, 2012, during the world’s most important fashion event, Fashion’s Night Out.
 
Guests will join editors, celebrities, fashion models, fashionistas, and designers for a fun-filled evening, featuring complimentary tasting samples from Miami Spice participating restaurants, including II Mulino NY-Miami, Cascata Grill, Bongo’s Cuban Cafe, Larios On The Beach and Morton’s The Steakhouse (North Miami Beach).  Throughout the night, guests will enjoy delicious mojitos and piña coladas courtesy of Bacardi as well as beer provided by Stella Artois. In addition, attendees will have the opportunity to win Miami Spice dinner vouchers (redeemable at specific participating restaurants).

Fashion’s Night Out is an unprecedented global initiative created in 2009 in a partnership between American Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, NYC & Company, and the City of New York to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, boost the industry’s economy and put the fun back in shopping. Since then, the event has grown exponentially, expanding nationally in 2011 to over 250 cities and globally into 18 countries.

Now in its 11th year, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau’s (GMCVB) Miami Spice Restaurant Program is the wildly anticipated summer celebration in which Greater Miami restaurants offer discounted three-course lunch and dinner menus. New to the program this year is a second pricing option, offering Miami Spice fans more diverse and wide-ranging dining options, simultaneously from August 1 – September 30, 2012. The expanded format of Miami Spice – presented by American Express and sponsored by BACARDI® rum and Stella Artois – consists of two restaurant groups:  Luxury dining restaurants and fine dining restaurants.  Luxury dining restaurants offer three course prix-fixe lunches at $23. per person, dinners at $39.  Fine dining restaurants feature menus at $19. for lunch, $33. for dinner. For an up-to-date list of participating restaurants, menus, and scheduled events, visit the Miami Spice Restaurant Program’s dedicated website: www.iLoveMiamiSpice.com.  Follow Miami Spice on Twitter @MiamiandBeaches.

Zonin Prosecco Happy Hour at Quattro Gastronomia Italiana 9/4/12

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Zonin Prosecco Happy Hour at Quattro Gastronomia Italiana!
UnknownSeptember 4, 2012, 7-10PM
QUATTRO Gastronomia Italiana!
1014 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach,FL 33139
www.zoninprosecco.com

RSVP for a chance to win a dinner for two! (We will select the winner at random from this event’s guest list)
https://www.facebook.com/events/522203391126412/

Miami Join us for an Italian Happy Hour at QUATTRO Gastronomia Italiana on Lincoln Rd from 7 to 10pm for Free Zonin Prosecco and Appetizers!

*Winner will be announced at 8pm. Must be present to win.

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek Presents Playboy Party After-Hours 9/15/12-9/22/12

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Seminole Casino Coconut Creek Presents Playboy Party After-Hours
Saturdays, September 15 and 22, 8 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40th Street
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
www.seminolecasinococonutcreek.com
 
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek presents Playboy Party After-Hours with the chance to meet Playboy dancers and see them perform, as well as win a trip to the Playboy mansion in Los Angeles or your share of over $28,000 in prizes!
 
Participants can swipe their player’s card daily beginning September 1 at 7 a.m. for one free entry. Receive additional entries for every 50 slot points earned or every $200 wagered on tables, excluding Stax Poker Lounge.

Happening Party John Cage Centennial Celebration 9/5/12

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Happening Party John Cage Centennial Celebration
pngWednesday, September 5 | 7-11 PM
Audiotheque |
924 Lincoln Road, Studio 201
Miami Beach

On September 5th, it will be 100 years since the birth of America’s favorite experimental composer, the ever-smiling John Cage. So why not throw a party to celebrate it? This “Happening” Party will feature the acoustic offerings by Armando Rodriguez, who will be sharing Irish songs on the Galician bagpipes, and the accordion playing of Pip Brant.  Electronic offerings will include the amusing Jasmine Kastel and her radio bra, as well as the presentation of FLEA, the laptop orchestra directed by Jacob Sudol. The evening will include the baking of an indeterminate birthday cake, goody bags and other pleasant surprises.

Drive For Dollars: UM Life Science and Technology Park Hosts Lincoln Auto Test Drives In Support Of Overtown Music Project 9/7/12

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Drive For Dollars: Um Life Science and Technology Park Hosts Lincoln Auto Test Drives In Support Of Overtown Music Project
UofM 2011-227Friday, September 7, 2012 from 10 am to 3 pm
Bobby Stringer and Tree Top to perform from 12 pm to 2 pm
UM Life Science & Technology Park
1951 NW 7th Avenue
Miami, Florida 33136
For directions, visit www.umlstp.com

Free & open to the public;
Lincoln to roll out its 2013 line of hybrid vehicles;
Local music legend Bobby Stringer to perform
The University of Miami Life Science & Technology Park is partnering with Lincoln Automotive in a special test drive event that will offer the public an opportunity to get behind the wheel of a 2013 Lincoln hybrid while supporting music-based education and outreach programs in Miami. For each participant who test drives a car during the Sept. 7th event, Lincoln will donate $20 to the Overtown Music Project. This is the next stop in the Lincoln Intelligence Project, a national effort in which companies compete to earn money for selected charities.
 
The public is invited to test drive a new Lincoln from the manufacturer’s 2013 lineup, including hybrid models. For each test drive, Lincoln will donate $20 to the Overtown Music Project. The event will feature a special performance by local R&B and blues legend Bobby Stringer and Tree Top.

Event is free and open to the public
Spokespersons will include representatives of the Overtown Music Project, the UM Life Science & Technology Park and Lincoln Automotive

Teen Miami Exhibition Kick-Off Party 9/22/12

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Teen Miami Exhibition Kick-Off Party
Saturday, September 22, 2012, 7 p.m.
Teen-Miami-invite_FINALHistoryMiami
101 West Flagler Street
Miami, FL 33130
www.historymiami.org
 
HistoryMiami invites you to attend the opening of the Teen Miami exhibition, a cross-decade exploration of teen history and culture in Miami! Teen Miami is organized by HistoryMiami in conjunction with 20 Miami-Dade county teens participating in a three-year museum internship program.
 
Guests will enjoy all-access to the TEEN Lounge, live DJ sounds, and burgers, fries and shakes! Admission is free for HistoryMiami members, $10 for others and $7 for teens. Discounted parking at the Cultural Plaza Garage, 50 NW 2 Avenue. RSVP by September 19 to 305-375-5356 or email: RSVP@historymiami.org.
 
Teen Miami exhibition sponsors include Miami-Dade County, the AT&T Foundation and the Institute of Museum & Library Services.

Four Seasons Friday Night Wine Tasting-France, Italy, Spain, Chile and California 8/31/12

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Four Seasons-Friday Night Wine Tasting-France,Italy,Spain,Chile & Calif.
August 31, 2012, 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM
fourseasonsFour Seasons Hotel
1435 Brickell Avenue
Miami

Excellent Wines for Summer Sipping-Vinecraft Portfolio
(Italy,France, Spain,Chile,Germany & California)

Please join us for this Friday’s tasting of " Excellent Wines for Summer Sipping " as this week’s theme.We will be tasting a great international selection of wines from the excellent Vinecraft Portfolio.  Co-hosted with our friend Florent Blanchet-owner of Vinecraft Imports with wines from Italy,France,Spain,Chile,Germany & California that  happen to be perfect with chilled salads (ie Tuna or Chicken) barbeque meals( from burgers to steak) and all are highly rated! We will sample ten wines. The tasting takes place in the Outer Edge
at the Edge Restaurant on the Four Seasons hotels 7th floor, one of the most spectacular venues in South Florida! .

Cost is $20 and reservations are not required.
Each week, we feature 10 wines by theme, grape type, region or country of origin and includes a complimentary artisan cheese platter.

Peter_Jakob Kuhn ~ "Stock & Stern" Riesling ~ Rheingau, Germany
Tabali Vineyards ~ Sauvignon Blanc ~ Limari Valley,Chile
La Gravelle ~ "Les Greniers du Moulin" Muscadet ~ Louir Valley, France
Domaine des Lalanges ~ Chardonnay ~ Saint Veran, France
Dom. De la Croix ~ "Irresistable" Rose’ de St. Tropez ~ Cote de Provence, France
Edmund St. John ~ Gamay Noir ~ El Dorado County, California
Tabali Vineyards ~ Pinot Noir ~ Limari Valley,Chile
Monte Vicor ~ Garnacha ~ Calatayud, Spain
Pascal Lambert ~ Chinon (Cabernet Franc) ~ Loire Valley, France
Medici Ermete ~ "Quercioli" Lambrusco Dolce ~ Emilia Romagna, Italy

Discounted valet parking is available (up to three hours)
Go to the East side of the Four Seasons off of Brickell Avenue and make your first right to valet parking For directions to Four Seasons click here—>Directions & Maps
or call 305 358-3535

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

Locos Por Juana and Lanzallamas 9/15/12

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Locos Por Juana & Lanzallamas
09/15/2012, Doors: 10:00 pm / Show: 11:00 pm
49-atlgPAX MIAMI
337 SW 8th St
Miami Fl 33130
http://www.paxmiami.com
 
Locos por Juana invite you to Experience The New
LATIN music + art Sessions , Mixing Music and Art together as ONE.
 
2 time Grammy Nominated Locos por Juana will be presenting
songs for their new 2012 anticipated Album “ Somos de la Calle “
Combining a Mix of Sounds from Colombia and Latin America makes the sounds from the Streets, a perfect Combination for this Album.
 
Locos Por Juana (aka Latin Urban Orchestra) is coined as Miami’s house band and has received awards and recognitions for Best Band of Miami (Miami New Times), Best US Band (BBC News),
 
Billboard Hot Pick (Billboard Magazine) and has also been featured as Buzzworthy Video (MTV Español).
 
Additionally, their previous albums (as an independent band) were nominated to Premio Lo Nuestro in 2003 for Best Urban Artist and the Latin Grammy Awards in 2005 for Best Rock Album.
 
Locos Por Juana’s style of life integrates a message of unity and their philosophy of “One Sound”, a true reflection of the combination of Cumbia, Reggae, Rock and a myriad of other worldly influences resonating in every track of “La Verdad”.
 
The result is fresh and innovative, music that has traveled all over the United States and beyond. Currently, the band is on a rigorous tour and promotion schedule in support of “La Verdad” through New York, Los Angeles and their hometown of Miami. Stay tuned for more…
 
Lanzallamas
llluminating the world through music!
"The voice of the world is calling for everyone to listen." (Tibetan world wisdom)
"Our unit is rooted in a deep love for folklore, afro-latin beats and a global voice. We bring a gift to share with our audience and a desire to elevate everyone in joy and dance!"
Lanzallamas shines as a unique modern world music ensamble comprised of Grammy-award nominated artists fusing with the finest talent in this multi-cultural world. A strong stage performance is a Lanzallamas highlight. The music is charged with melodic fire and a unique global chemistry. Lanzallamas has been invited to perform along with international world music stars such as Salif Keita, NovaLima, Cultura Profética, SideStepper, Arturo Sandoval, Belo, The Hotbutter Rum & Shamar Allen to name a few.
Performances at prestigiuos festivals such as: JVC Jazz Fest, Heineken TransAtlantic Festival, Carnival on the Mile, Calle 8 Festival, Rhythm Explotion, Moksha Family Festival, Earthdance Festival, AfroRoots Fest, Féte de la Musique, Sleepless Nights Miami and Art Basel Miami. These have put Lanzallamas on the radar as an essential band for international festivals. Lanzallamas has also toured across the US and performed at top venues like SOB’S (NYC), TIPITINAS (New Orleans), BRUNO’S (Ca) and Murnaloy Theater (Mo).
~Lanzallamas proudly introduces MEZCLA! a 5 song cd co-produced by Multi-Grammy winner producer/composer Clay Oswald.~
"Our sound is modern yet folklorian. Our message is geared towards the future. The mission is to bring joy and healing energy to all corners of the world. The dream is to participate in creating the model for a new world of light, music and dance!"

Los Mesoneros at PAX 9/14/12

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Los Mesoneros @ PAX
95-atlg09/14/2012, 9PM
PAX MIAMI
337 SW 8th St
Miami Fl 33130
http://www.paxmiami.com
 
Los Mesoneros es un quinteto de Rock de la ciudad de Caracas, Venezuela. El sonido se nutre de la fusión de líneas melódicas interesantes, progresiones de acordes sugestivos y la implementación del sintetizador, formando así parte del distinguido género Rock Alternativo. Juntos desde el año 2006 han logrado captar la atención de los medios, y de un público general por la madurez y el poder de sus composiciones con tan corta edad.
En el año 2008 resultaron ganadores del Intercolegial Nuevas Bandas, y otros festivales, méritos que impulsaron a la banda a establecerse en la escena musical caraqueña.
A comienzos del 2010 la banda lanza su primera corta producción discográfica titulada “Los Mesoneros EP” y logra afianzar los sencillos “No Puedes Ver”, “El Incrédulo” y “Ciclos” en los top 5 de las carterelas de Record Report.
 
“Indeleble”, es el nombre que recibe la primera larga duración, que se lanzó en Julio del 2011. Un disco que recorre una trayectoria personal, reflejada en las letras y en la música. Un álbum donde la melancolía y el deseo de soltarse se ve reflejado. Y una producción donde la honestidad de las letras y la madurez de la música ha logrado marcar rápidamente en el público venezolano. Indeleble fue producido y mezclado por Hector Castillo, venezolano radicado en New York, quien anteriormente había trabajado con Gustavo Cerati, David Bowie, Roger Waters, Bjork, y Caramelos de Cianuro, entre otros artistas de gran prestigio mundial y fue masterizado por Dave McNair en Sterling Sound NY. El primer sencillo del disco fue “Un Segundo” y logró un gran número de descargas en la primera semana del lanzamiento. Tanto el tema anterior como “Cuando Llega El Momento” también lograron permanecerse varias semanas en los primeros cinco, de la cartelera Pop y Rock del R
ecord Report de Venezuela.
 
Actualmente la banda se encuentra promocionando su tercer sencillo “Indeleble” y tiene como planes futuro internacionalizar el trabajo de la agrupación.

The French Horn at PAX 9/13/12

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The French Horn @ PAX
25-atlg09/13/2012, 9PM
PAX MIAMI
337 SW 8th St
Miami fl 33130
http://www.paxmiami.com
 
French Horn’s music is not only meant to be heard, but experienced as well. This is the passionate driving force that inspires the sexy, high-energy sound of the Miami based via Paris band The French Horn. The band creates the driving force behind their music with their uninhibited blending of styles and creativity. With their musical roots ranging from jazz, ska, and polka the band produces a surprisingly smooth mixture of progressive Gypsy/Parisian/Circus-vibe/Swing/ World Beat tunes.

Hamilton de Holanda at PAX 9/12/12

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Hamilton de Holanda @ PAX
hamilton_mat09/12/12, 7PM
PAX MIAMI
337 SW 8th St
Miami, Fl 33130
http://www.paxmiami.com
 
Hamilton de Holanda was born in Rio de Janeiro in 1976 and shortly thereafter his family moved to the capital, Brasilia.
I was five years old and my grandfather gave me my first mandolin.
My father was my first maestro. In 1982, Hamilton was six years old. He and his eleven-year-old brother, Fernando César, who played the seven-string guitar, formed the duo called Dois de Ouro.
Since there wasn’t a mandolin professor I had to take the violin course as it was the most “similar” instrument, or at least one with the same tuning.
Hamilton studied at the Brasilia School of Music from 1983 to 1992.
His education continued with a Diploma in Composition from the University of Brasilia, where he won the “Award for Best Work of Scientific Initiation in Music” – PIBIC – for his composition of a concert for mandolin and orchestra.
His composition “Destroçando a macaxeira” won second place and later entitled the first Dois de Ouro CD. Published in 1997, both the public and critics alike received this CD with great attention.
In October 1998, the Dois de Ouro duo published the album entitled “A nova cara do velho Choro” (The New Face of Old Choro). The daily Correio Braziliense elected it as the MPB disc of the year. And Dois de Ouro won the Prêmio Candango de Cultura award given by the Secretaria de Cultura do Distrito Federal (Secretary of Culture of the Federal District).
Also in Rio, in 1999, Hamilton joined guitarist Marco Pereira and Zélia Duncan on the Grandes Encontros project at the Leblon Theater and then with Marco Pereira and Dois de Ouro at the Clube do Choro in Brasilia with the “50 anos de Brasileirinho” concert.
They ranked third at the “1st MPB Visa Awards”. This result was considered unfair and was contested by the audience present at the Cultura Artística Theater in São Paulo.
In February 2000, he toured with Marco Pereira in the south of France.
He played as a soloist with the Cláudio Santoro National Theater Symphony Orchestra, the Brasilia Philharmonic Orchestra, the State of São Paulo Jazz Symphony Orchestra and with the Brasilia School of Music Orchestra.
In 1999, 2000 and 2001, he taught bandolim (mandolin) at the Brasilia School of Music and the Raphael Rabello Brazilian School of Choro (Rabello was a great guitar player who died prematurely). This was the first school of this kind in Brazil and Hamilton went on to become its coordinator.
In September 2000, Dois de Ouro published its third album entitled simply “Dois de Ouro”. Next, in early 2001, came the album “Luz das Cordas” with guitar player Marco Pereira.
A “historic” concert was the 15th Edition of the Free Jazz Festival in Rio de Janeiro and then in São Paulo. He also performed at the Arts Alive International Festival in Johannesburg, South Africa, the Paris Music Festival, the Vienna Jazz Festival and at the Brazilian Music Festival in Istanbul.
More recent group work has included the Brasília Brasil Trio, formed with guitarists Rogério Caetano and Daniel Santiago. The trio has already won the Rumos Musicais Itaú Cultural award for its original “sound.” It published a CD entitled “Abre Alas” in 2001 on the Caravelas label.
On December 4, 2001, he unanimously won the Icatu Hartford de Artes 2001 award for Best Instrumentalist in Brazil. This allowed him to live a year in Paris in the Cité Internationale des Arts.
In June 2002, he performed concerts in various Brazilian cities to present his first “solo” CD entitled “Hamilton de Holanda”, recorded on the Velas label. The album was dedicated to the four masters of the mandolin: Jacob, Luperce, Joel and Armandinho.
In July 2002, he was a guest at two important festivals in Corsica: Les Nuits de La guitare with Marco Pereira and the first ever International Mandolin Festival of Corsica, of which he is now the “Official Godfather.”
In September he played before an audience of 10,000 people at the São Luiz International Music Festival. He then went back to Paris, where he met resounding success at the La Cigalle Theater at a show of Márcio Faraco, a Brazilian with deep roots in France.
Shows then followed at the Paris Clube do Choro, the La Vieille Grille Theater and the Baiser Salé Jazz Club.
He was once again on tour in France, with his brother Fernando César on the seven-string guitar. He was called the “Prince de la mandoline” by the Parisian periodical Nova Magazine. He returned to France in 2003, this time with his Brasília Brasil group.
With Marco Pereira, he toured in Italy and Switzerland for the first time in November, with 12 concerts including these cities: Milan, Genoa, Verona, Siena and Bellinzona.
In April, he took off for a tour in the USA, playing at university campuses in Florida with Marco Pereira and in Los Angeles with the Brazilian Modern Choro Ensemble, receiving renewed acclaim from audiences and critics alike.

French Horn Rebellion, Afrobeta and Auto Body 9/13/12

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French Horn Rebellion, Afrobeta, & Auto Body
revolution9/13/12, 10pm
Green Room
109 SW 2nd Ave
Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312
www.GreenRoomLive.com

18+, doors at 10pm

$10 LIMITED ADVANCE! then $15
@greenroomftl
#FHRatGR

Guest DJ set by RADIO-ACTIVE RECORDS/WTRN RADIO’s
Kent Lawlor
 
Late night DJ sets by Andie Sweetswirl, DJ Mig, and friends
 
Solo art exhibition by Frankie Curran (WeMerge Magazine’s featured artist)

FRENCH HORN REBELLION are Robert and David Perlick-Molinari, two brothers born and bred in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, currently residing in Brooklyn, NY. In 2007, younger brother Robert, found himself going down a career of classical French Horn performance. Standing at a crossroads, and fundamentally frustrated by the demands of mastering such an instrument (that he knew was almost impossible), he finally asked his brother David to rebel with him, and together they embarked on a life-long creative journey.
 
Conceived in and birthed from Austin’s steamy underground houses of Rock, AUTO BODY is live Electro Fusion. Fueled by their shared bloodlust for sonic divinity, and armed with a war chest of synthesizers, samplers, rattlesnakes, and a bass guitar, Tibaut Bowman (DJ Thibault) and Felix Moreno (Future Rock), crusade the universe in search of the electronic Holy Grail.
 
No need to introduce AFROBETA, one of Miami’s top party act for a handful of years.

Sponsored by:
Radio-Active Records http://bit.ly/PWgLY3
Jerry’s Artarama http://bit.ly/PWgRiu
Jolt Radio www.joltradio.org
Salty Eggs www.saltyeggs.com

Celebrated Comedian Jim Gaffigan Brings Hilarity to Seminole Casino Coconut Creek 10/11/12

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Celebrated Comedian Jim Gaffigan Brings Hilarity to Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
Jim-Gaffigan-1-04-12October 11, 2012, 9 p.m.
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek – The Pavilion
5550 NW 40th Street
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
www.seminolecasinococonutcreek.com

Tickets start at $45* and are available at www.ticketmaster.com. *Additional fees may apply

Get ready to laugh until it hurts as popular comedian Jim Gaffigan takes the stage at The Pavilion at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek on Thursday, Oct. 11 at 9 p.m. One of the top comics touring today, he consistently sells out multiple nights at huge theaters across the country with his original and entertaining skits.
 
Gaffigan’s comedy routines often include humorous, high-pitched "asides" representing commentary on his performance from a hypothetical naive and easily offended audience member. South Floridians can also expect hilarious jokes about being lazy and fast food, as some of his best known and most popular skits are based on America’s obsession with eating.
 
In 2004 Gaffigan’s stand up material was featured in Comedy Central’s animated series Shorties Watchin’ Shorties. His 2006 album, Beyond the Pale, was accompanied by an hour-long special of the same name on Comedy Central and released on DVD. His 2009 album, King Baby, was also a television special filmed in Austin, Texas at the end of his "The Sexy Tour." Beloved by a wide range of audiences, Gaffigan has achieved many accolades and awards for his stand-up, acting and writing. He is responsible for some of the funniest and most memorable moments in comedy today and has seen huge success with his albums.
 
Gaffigan has also made many appearances on television throughout his career. He was a regular on That ‘70s Show and Ed, a cast member of the TBS original sitcom My Boys, as well as a guest star on HBO’s Flight of the Conchords and on two Law & Order episodes. In addition, he has acted in several films over the years, including Super Troopers, 13 Going On 30, Trust the Man, The Love Guru, 17 Again and many others. He even produced a series of animated shorts for Late Night With Conan O’Brien, titled Pale Force, in which the animated Gaffigan and O’Brien are superheroes who fight crime with their extremely pale skin.
 
Most recently, Gaffigan taped an all-new 75-minute stand-up special Mr. Universe in Washington, D.C. and announced that it would be available online through his website with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the Bob Woodruff Foundation, helping veterans and their families. Mr. Universe offers Gaffigan musing, in typical Gaffigan form, about everything from having a fourth child and (not) working out to how fat whales are for animals who constantly ‘work out’ by swimming to fast food outlets of all kinds.

Winn-Dixie Celebrates The Jewish New Year With A Taste Of Rosh Hashanah At Select Stores 9/6/12-9/9/12

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Winn-Dixie Celebrates The Jewish New Year With A Taste Of Rosh Hashanah At Select Stores

WD - Rosh Hashanah 2012 Shopping ListSweet memories are made around the dinner table and to help customers plan the perfect holiday meal, Winn-Dixie is inviting shoppers to its annual ‘Taste of Rosh Hashanah’ event at select stores. As part of the celebrations, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a special tasting featuring exclusive holiday recipes developed by Winn-Dixie’s own prepared foods team including succulent sweet and sour brisket, sweet noodle kugle, challah and apples with honey.  In addition to our more than 1,000 own brand kosher products and extensive kosher product selections, guests can also pick up specially crafted holiday recipe cards and a Rosh Hashanah shopping list. Please see the full list of stores hosting events below.
 
To download exclusive holiday recipes, a suggested shopping list, a holiday meal order form and more, visit www.winndixie.com/RoshHashanah . 
 
Winn-Dixie Store #291
Taste of Rosh Hashanah: Thurs., Sept. 6, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
20417 Biscayne Boulevard
Aventura, FL 33180
 
Winn-Dixie Store #378
Taste of Rosh Hashanah: Thurs., Sept. 6, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
3805 Ne 163rd Street
North Miami Beach, Florida
 
Winn-Dixie Store #326
Taste of Rosh Hashanah: Fri., Sept. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
7015 N. University Drive
Tamarac, Florida
 
Winn-Dixie Store #355
Taste of Rosh Hashanah: Fri., Sept. 7, from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
7024 Beracasa Way
Boca Raton, Florida
 
Winn-Dixie Store #336
Taste of Rosh Hashanah: Fri., Sept. 7, from noon to 2 p.m.
3850 North 46th Avenue
Hollywood, Florida
 
Winn-Dixie Store #306
Taste of Rosh Hashanah: Sun., Sept. 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
1515 East Hallandale Beach Blvd.
Hallandale, Florida
 
Winn-Dixie Store #218
Taste of Rosh Hashanah: Sun., Sept. 9, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
2581 North Hiatus Road
Cooper City, Florida
 
Winn-Dixie Store #311
Taste of Rosh Hashanah: Sun., Sept. 9, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
11290 State Road 84
Davie, Florida
 
COST:             FREE

Multi-Platinum Selling Rock Band TESLA Coming to Seminole Casino Coconut Creek 10/4/12

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Multi-Platinum Selling Rock Band TESLA Coming to Seminole Casino Coconut Creek Multi-Platinum Selling Rock Band TESLA Coming to Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
TESLA_group_4October 4, 2012, 8 p.m.
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek – The Pavilion
5550 NW 40th Street
Coconut Creek, FL 33073
www.seminolecasinococonutcreek.com
Tickets start at $30* and are available at www.ticketmaster.com. *Additional fees may apply
 
Multi-platinum selling rock band TESLA will take the stage at The Pavilion at Seminole Casino Coconut Creek on Thursday, Oct. 4 at 8 p.m. TESLA’s line-up consists of four of its original members: vocalist Jeff Keith, guitarist Frank Hannon, bassist Brian Wheat and drummer Troy Luccketta, plus new guitarist Dave Rude who has brought a fresh energy and creativity to the band.
 
Formed in Sacramento in 1985, the group named itself after the eccentric inventor Nikola Tesla who pioneered the alternating current on which radio was based. Their debut album Mechanical Resonance, produced the crowd favorites “Modern Day Cowboy” and “Little Suzi,” reached the Top 40 on the album charts and eventually went platinum. Their second album The Great Radio Controversy helped solidify the band’s growing reputation and fan base. Its first single “Heaven’s Trail (No Way Out)” was a hit that set the stage for their second single sensation, a classic ’80s power ballad titled "Love Song," which pushed the album into the Top 20 and double-platinum sales figures.
 
The following year TESLA released Five Man Acoustical Jam, a live album featuring acoustic renditions of hits such as "Comin’ Atcha Live," "Gettin’ Better," "Modern Day Cowboy" and "Love Song." The album also featured a number of covers, most notably a version of "Signs," which became the band’s highest-charting single. Not only did the album reach the Top 20 and go platinum, it helped to inspire MTV’s Unplugged series, which included artists such as Eric Clapton, Nirvana and many others following suit with live acoustic albums.
 
Psychotic Supper was released in 1991 and it quickly became yet another platinum success and spun off the greatest number of singles of any TESLA album with “Edison’s Medicine,” “Call It What You Want,” “Song and Emotion” and the classic hit “What You Give.” TESLA followed up with Bust a Nut in 1994, selling over 800,000 copies and serving as a testament to the loyal fan base they cultivated.
 
After a break of six years, the band reformed in 2000 and soon after completed a full American reunion tour which also included recording the double live album Replugged Live at various cities. In 2004, TESLA released Into The Now and gave proof that the band from a previous decade was plunging forward into a new era of music and producing a sound that could compete with modern music. The group has since gone on to produce several additional hit albums and tour worldwide.

Meet Gabrielle Union at a Free Preview Screening of Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide 9/27/12

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Meet Gabrielle Union at a Free Preview Screening of Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide
September 27th 2012, 6:30 pm
Little Haiti Cultural Center in Miami
212 NE 59th Terrace
Miami, FL 33137
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The event is free and open to the public.
Seating is Limited! To RSVP, please contact Kristina Gutierrez at 305-424-4025 or kristina_gutierrez@wpbt.org

WPBT2 will host a FREE preview screening and reception of Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide on Thursday, September 27 at 6:30pm at the Little Haiti Cultural Center in Miami (212 NE 59th Terrace Miami, FL 33137).  Featured guest, Gabrielle Union will be in attendance.  She will discuss her experience while visiting Vietnam as well as answer audience questions.  The event will also feature a panel of local experts, who will lead a discussion and answer audience questions on the topics discussed in the film after the screening.

Filmed in 10 countries and inspired by the best-selling book by Pulitzer Prize-winning authors Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn, Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide is driven by the growing awareness that empowering women is the best way to increase prosperity and stability around the globe. Six talented actress-advocates — Eva Mendes, Meg Ryan,Gabrielle Union, Diane Lane, America Ferrera, and Olivia Wilde — join Kristof as he travels to Asia and Africa to meet face-to-face with inspiring individuals working to bring about change and the women and girls who confront extreme gender inequality in their daily lives.

Sassy City Chicks present #ShopSipSocialize 10/4/12

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Sassy City Chicks present #ShopSipSocialize
Thursday, October 04, 2012, 5 – 10PM
Miami_FreebieMiami Event Space
7610 NE 4 CT
Miami, FL 33138
Buy Tickets Online

Fall in love with fashion all over again, at the Sassy City Chicks Fall Fashion Bash. Featuring a NEW venue, more fabulous deals, free cocktails, and sassy swag!

Parking: TBA

Food/Alcohol: Cocktail sampling will be offered. No food available at this event.

Age Requirement: You Must Be 21 + to attend. No exceptions.

Sassy Tote Ticket info: Click here for our Gift Bag Motto

*Important: All ticket sales are non-refundable.*

Lowedown Happy Hour: African Masquerade 11/1/12

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Lowedown Happy Hour: African Masquerade
Thursday, November 1, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Lowe Art Museum University of Miami
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables
www.loweartmuseum.org

Masquerade is the theme for this month’s Lowedown.
Don’t miss a guided tour of our renowned African Gallery, plus live music, healthy treats by Cabot Cheese, Pop Chips, with cocktails generously provided Bacardi U.SA., Inc., Beverages by Vitamin Water Zero.
$10 Admission; Free for Lowe Members

Join Director and Chief Curator, Brian A. Dursum, for a tour of the exhibition, Introspection and Awakening.
Sponsored in part by: Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., Cabot Cheese, Pop Chips, Vitamin Water Zero.
$10 Admission; Free for Lowe Members

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

Lowedown Happy Hour: Asian Treasures 10/4/12

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Lowedown Happy Hour: Asian Treasures
Thursday, October 4, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Lowe Art Museum University of Miami
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables
www.loweartmuseum.org

Join Director and Chief Curator, Brian A. Dursum, for a tour of the exhibition, Introspection and Awakening.
Sponsored in part by: Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., Cabot Cheese, Pop Chips, Vitamin Water Zero.
$10 Admission; Free for Lowe Members

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

Lowedown Happy Hour 9/6/12

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Lowedown Happy Hour
Thursday, September 6, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Lowe Art Museum University of Miami
1301 Stanford Drive
Coral Gables
www.loweartmuseum.org 

Lowedown Happy Hour: It’s All About the U!
Welcome Back, UM Students! Show UM Colors with pride at our first Lowedown of the season.
Don’t miss a guided tour of our renowned Beaux Arts Gallery by UM Professor Nathan J. Timpano, Department of Art and Art History.
Enjoy healthy treats by Cabot Cheese, Pop Chips, with cocktails generously provided by Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. Beverages by Vitamin Water Zero.
$10 Admission; Free for Lowe Members

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

Labor Day activity – Tour The Kampong 9/1/12

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Guided Walking Tour of The Kampong
KampongoverallSaturday, September 1 at 10:30AM
The Kampong of the National Tropical Botanical Garden
4013 South Douglas Road
Coconut Grove, FL 33133

Looking for a something to do this Labor Day? On Saturday, September 1, consider a guided tour of the Kampong, the 11-acre botanical garden and historic waterfront estate on Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove. Locals and tourists alike will enjoy the walking tour, which provides a behind-the-scenes peek into the private house and gardens that plant explorer David Fairchild built.

“Spend your Labor Day outside, taking advantage of the gorgeous South Florida weather,” said Ann Parsons, Director of The Kampong. “Guests are welcome to bring a picnic to enjoy on the grounds after their tour.”

Tours run most Saturdays and Wednesdays from September to June. Reservations are required – please go to kampong.ntbg.org to reserve your spot or call 305-442-7169 for more details (limited spaces available). Gates open at 10:00AM, and the 2-hour tour begins at 10:30AM.

Tour fee is $20 for adults, $15 for ages 62 and over and students with ID, $10 for children 4-12 years, and free for children 3 and under (accompanied by adult). 
For more information call 305.442.7169 or email: kampong@ntbg.org

Miami Spice Thursday Ladies Night Dinner Party at De Rodriguez Cuba

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DERODTHURS-splash-083012FINALVERSIONThursday Ladies Night Dinner Party
Every Thursday, 8pm-1am
De Rodriguez Cuba @ The Hilton Bentley South Beach
101 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139

De Rodriguez Cuba in The Hilton Bentley takes Miami Spice to New Levels with Free Drinks, Michael Kors Fashion Shows, Musical Performances, Aquatic Shows, Cigars for Gentleman and More
3 Course Dinner + Open Bar & Entertainment, $35 p/p

Exotic Dishes, Tropical Complimentary Beverages and Live Entertainment make for Memorable Ladies Night on Miami Beach
 
As if the Miami Spice menu wasn’t reason enough to get the girls together for dinner, DeRodriguez Cuba, which is poolside and oceanfront, in the Hilton Bentley Hotel, has upped the ante by adding free champagne, shots and cocktails for the ladies all night every Thursday. 
 
Adding to the evening is a series of fashion shows, last week debuted Michael Kors’ never before seen Fall line, performances in the pool, musical acts and more… (Including rumored shirtless shot guys passing out drinks poolside!) 
 
3 course prix-fixe Miami Spice menu including favorites such as the Shrimp & Tostones Ceviche and Grilled Churrasco Steak along with an open bar the entire night, all for just $35.
 
Each Thursday’s dinner party will be presented by a rotation of premium liquors, fashion & jewelry lines, musical acts and hosted by Galina Slavova & Nicole Shelly of Nicole Shelly Models.
 
Dinner Reservations are required: 305.672.6624

Fashion’s Night Out Miami 2012, 9/6/12

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Fashion’s Night Out Miami 2012
fnoThursday, September 6, 6–11 p.m.

The Beacon Council announces more than 100 retailers throughout Miami-Dade County will participate in Fashion’s Night Out Miami.

“Fashion and retail is part of Miami-Dade County’s fabric, supporting jobs and contributing to our economy year-round,” said Frank R. Nero, President and CEO of The Beacon Council. “The Beacon Council is pleased to be the official business partner of Fashion’s Night Out Miami. We are proud to help support the fashion industry. It is an important component of our creative design industry which is one of the new identified target sectors under One Community One Goal.”

Fashion’s Night Out (FNO) is the fashion industry’s most iconic global fashion party of the year. Local shops and designers will honor the occasion with special guests, fashion presentations, limited-edition products, and other creative promotions.

The biggest celebrations in 2012 will take place in the Miami Design District, Dadeland Mall, Aventura Mall, and Village of Merrick Park. The majority of events are free and open to the public.

The Beacon Council has launched an official Facebook page and Twitter account for FNO Miami where shoppers can find the latest updates and participate in pre-FNO contests and giveaways. For more information visit Facebook at www.Facebook.com/FNOMiami or Twitter at Twitter (@FNOmia).

In addition to the many in-store fashion events taking place on Sept. 6, shoppers also can participate from home by shopping FNO’s list of online retailers that includes many Miami-based brands. A comprehensive list of official FNO participants and events is available at Fashion’s Night Out NYC.

To bring awareness to this year’s event, The Beacon Council and Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce hosted a private meet and greet with Miami designer Rene Ruiz at his Coral Gables boutique on Aug. 22. Ruiz, who has been creating glamorous designs in Miami since the early 1990s, spoke to nearly 100 guests about the retail industry in Miami and his 20-year career as a designer.

Fashion’s Night Out Miami is one of the many county-wide projects The Beacon Council supports as part of its effort to encourage business in the fashion and creative design sector.

In 2011, Greater Miami’s Creative Industries accounted for more than $2.5 billion in wages and 56,000 jobs. Fashion is one of the sectors in the Creative Design Industry featured in The Beacon Council’s One Community One Goal Initiative (OCOG), a Target Industry Strategic Plan for the next five years. This effort is part of The Beacon Council’s focus of promoting and prospering The Creative Design Industries, which includes: architecture, the arts, fashion-lifestyle, graphic design, engineering, and film/television/music production.

Joining The Beacon Council as the official host of Miami’s participation, additional partners include Aventura Mall, Miami Design District, Dadeland Mall, Village of Merrick Park, The Design Factory, Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, Fashion Group International-Miami, and Miami Downtown Development Authority.

Big Poppa E Memorial at Tobacco Road 9/3/12

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Big Poppa E Memorial at Tobacco Road
bigpoppaeMonday September 3, 8 PM
Tobacco Road
626 South Miami Ave
305-674-1198

Memorial Tribute to Big Poppa E
Celebrating his life’s work
with E Band members
Sanna Vaarna, keys and vocals
Darrell Raines, guitar
George Caldwell, bass
Curmit Seibert, drums
 
and special guests
 
Sit-ins welcome; we’d love to see you
 
Come pay your respects to this master musician 

No Reserve Art Auction NAC at LMNT with Artist GG 9/1/12

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No Reserve Art Auction NAC at LMNT with Artist GG
auctionSeptember 1st, 2012 7:00pm
LMNT Arts
55 nw 36th.
Miami, Fl. 33127
www.lmntartsmiami.com

GG is now one of Miami’s most successful internationally exhibited emerging artists. The response of his work has been phenomenal with original works now achieving thousands. GG is at the forefront of a stylistic movement pioneered by the likes of Takashi Murakami and Kaws, with character based pop art that is a deliberate attempt at blurring the lines between hi brow/low brow art and commercial/fine art.
 
His work is based on a way of expression using characters, symbols and shapes, evolving into his many creations over the years. His inspirations spring from personal life experiences, feelings, emotions, goals and events that affect our environment in a negative or positive way.

Hollywood Full Moon Drum Circle 8/31/12

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Hollywood Full Moon Drum Circle
DrumCircle_2012-08-BFriday, August 31st, 7pm-9pm
ArtsPark at Young Circle, Downtown Hollywood
Palm Court Area, West Side
FREE
 
Presented by Resurrection Drums
 
Every Month on the Full Moon
 
Guided Drum Circle
Bring a Drum or Percussion Instrument
Beginners Welcome
Family Friendly!
 
For more info call Resurrection Drums, 954-926-0204
 
Express Yourself & Have Fun!

HistoryMiami Wine Down Wednesday 9/5/12

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Wine Down Wednesday
Wednesday, September 5, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
HistoryMiami
101 West Flagler Street
downtown Miami
More Info

Mix. Mingle. Sip. Unwind.

First Wednesday of Every Month!

Join us at downtown Miami’s only cultural happy hour! Don’t sit in rush hour traffic when you can be making new friends, enjoying unlimited empanadas and sipping delicious wine. Enjoy free access to our exhibition galleries, relax with live local music, and experience cultural performances! To RSVP call 305-375-1614 or email: RSVP@historymiami.org.

Members: FREE Non-Members: $10

FREE parking is provided at the Miami-Dade County Cultural Plaza Garage, 50 NW 2 Avenue.

Wednesday Loco’s at Will Call 8/29/12

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Wednesday Loco’s at Will Call
Wednesday-LocoAugust 29, 2012, 8pm
Will Call
700 NE 2ND AVE
Miami FL 33132

We love locals at Will Call, and yes we think you’re all completely out of your minds! Come support your new neighborhood bar and get a little wild.

3$ Bud Light from 8pm – 12pm for loco’s 
 
Sounds provided by ANIMAL
 
8pm // no cover 
 
info@willcallmiami.com
 www.willcallmiami.com
 twitter@willcallmiami.com 
 
305-577-5900

Funk it Friday with Nicolle Chirino Band live at Will Call 8/31/12

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Funk it Friday with Nicolle Chirino Band live at Will Call
Funk-it-Fridays-August-31-2August 31, 2012, 11:00pm
Will Call
700 NE 2ND AVE
Miami FL 33132

Coz Canler and Will Call Present’s Nicolle Chirino 
Live and in Concert 11pm // No Cover

Kitchen open till 7am 
All sorts of Indie, Retro, Top Remix’s, Rock and whatever the heck he wants = Sounds by Joshy Josh

Nicolle has been a songwriter with Universal Music Publishing as a songwriter since 2000. In 2004, she won the very first "Florida Grammy Showcase" for unsigned artists… For more on the grammy thing, go to and is in the process of writing, producing and recording her first full-length CD…as well as recording a record with her younger sister Alana Chirino in a band called STARSTEREO.
 
http://www.grammy.com/​press/press_releases/2004/​0325a.aspx.

For more information on booking a table or bottle service call 304-577-5900

Noir et Blanc A Cocktail Gathering Amongst Friends 8/29/12

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Noir et Blanc – Cocktail Gathering Amongst Friends this Wednesday Evening
Wednesday August 29th 2012, 8PM – MIDNIGHT
Noir et Blanc 2Wine Vault Tapas Bar
Midtown Miami
3201 N Miami Ave #105
Miami, FL 33127

Mykel Stevens    Elsie Peralta    Arlay Regueiro
Noir et Blanc
Cocktail Gathering Amongst Friends

Recommended RSVP is suggested space is very limited
Mykelstevens@gmail.com

HAPPY HOUR TILL 9PM
$3 House Wines Costal Vines: Sonoma, California
Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon
*50% off All House Cocktails
*$4 Beer Drafts Hotter then Hell Lager & Palms Belgium Amber
*$5 Bottles Doggy Style & $9 Magic Hat
*$5 TAPAS

Wine Vault Tapas Bar
This tavern-meets-lounge, comfy neighborhood joint has been Miami’s best kept secret, Located in the heart of Midtown.

The Bar – Vino’s handled by 50 constantly rotating reds (Montes Merlot from Chile, Pascual Toso Malbec) and whites (Crème de Lys Chardonnay, Two Angels Sauv Blanc), including 20 by the glass. Also: tap/bottled crafts like Cigar City, Rascal Pale Ale, Left Hand Stout, and Palm, plus Bubbly, and Vintage Ports

The Tapas – The chef’s tapas-style plates: pickled mushrooms w/ glazed goat cheese, speck-wrapped cantaloupe, crispy prosciutto w/ figs and balsamic, shredded duck, cheese plates with manchego, gorgonzola, crottin, and parmesan chunks, artichoke hearts & blue Cheese

The Art – Located just east of Wynwood’s Arts District. Wine Vault & Tapas Bar presents a rotating gallery featuring fine local and international artwork. Every month a new artist is represented and sales go entirely to the artist and donation of 10% to a charitable foundation decided by the artist.

Wine Vault & Tapas Bar – This two-story 1,300 square foot bar/eatery is the perfect location to book your next special event or dinner party. Please feel free to call for details and packages.

Photographs of Appleton Rum Remixology Event at Blackbird Ordinary on 8/27/12

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Appleton Rum Remixology Event at Blackbird Ordinary on Monday, August 27, 2012.   The night featured bartenders going toe-to-toe, pairing drinks with music and we got to sample some of their creative drinks.  Such an awesome night the competing bartenders come up with some really good drinks and put on a great show.

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Photographs of The Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce Business Card Exchange on 8/28/12

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The Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce Business Card Exchange at Kokorico Natural Rotisserie on Tuesday, August 28, 2012.  Always a good network with great people.  Kokorico Natural Rotisserie has amazing chicken so tender and the flavor is amazing.

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Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Reception Pre-Labor Day Weekend Kick-Off Party 8/30/12

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Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Chairman’s Reception New Chamber Year Pre-Labor Day Weekend Kick-Off Party!
Thursday, August 30, 2012 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Ave
Miami, Florida 33134
www.coralgableschamber.org

The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Chairman’s Reception formally welcoming Darla Thompson as our new Chair as she begins her term on September 1st.

Get a head start on the long holiday weekend and join us as we celebrate the commencement of a new Chamber year and recognize our new Chair, Darla Thompson of Cherry Bekaert & Holland and her 2012 – 2013 Board of Directors.
 
Darla is a senior tax manager with Cherry, Bekaert & Holland, LLP, a full service CPA firm providing audit, tax, and consulting services from several offices in the southeastern USA. With over 25 years of experience and accomplishments, Darla is known for her exceptional service, extensive knowledge and ability to advise her clients in the right direction. Both personally and professionally, Darla’s high level of commitment and enthusiasm continues to earn respect among colleagues, friends and family.
 
“When I meet new or potential Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce members, I tell them right away that we are first and foremost a people organization. I tell them that their biggest advantage will be the extraordinary resources of their fellow members; and, how they will benefit from the whole being greater than the sum of its parts,” said Chair Darla Thompson.
 
“There’s no mystery or intrigue about our success at the Coral Gables Chamber. It’s a matter of people helping people and businesses supporting one another. To lead the Chamber into 2013 is my personal pleasure because I know I have complete support of all our members, their employees and more.”
 
The Chairman’s Reception is also a great opportunity for members to learn more about the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce, meet the Chamber leadership for the upcoming year and strengthen relationships and opportunities through the Chamber. The Board of Directors and Ambassadors will be present, sharing their commitment to helping achieve our Chamber’s annual goals.
 
Members will also have the opportunity to sign-up and become active with the following Chamber Committees: 
• 20 / 30 Group Committee
• Business & Education Committee
• Business & Government Affairs Committee
• Cultural Affairs Committee
• Diamond Awards
• Go Green Committee & Green Means Green Awards
• International Affairs Committee
• M-Team Committee
• Special Events Committees (Holiday Party presented by Cherry Bekaert & Holland, Golf Classic presented by TotalBank, and Baptist Health Tour of the Gables 5K)
• Women’s Business Network Committee & AXA Advisors Businesswomen of the Year Awards
• Chairman’s Ambassadors
 
Revolving around business and networking, this is not your typical reception. There will also be entertainment and a table-top expo where more than 30 Chamber businesses will be given the opportunity to showcase their goods and services.
 
The following businesses will be exhibiting: Baptist Health South Florida, The Biltmore Hotel, Becker & Poliakoff, PA, Catering by Loveables, Comcast Business Class, Community Newspapers, Courtyard Marriott, Credomatic Merchant Services, Dadeland Mall, Equinox Fitness, Florida International University, Florida International University College of Business Administration, Florida Blue, Florida Grand Opera, Home Financing Center, Intermedia Touch, International Finance Bank, JGB Bank, Janet Mohker, Junior Orange Bowl, LDA Graphics, Logistical Outsourcing, Photo Offset, Right Space 2 Meet, Stand Out Media, The Laser Center of Coral Gables, Trasnparent USA, University of Miami Department of Athletics, US Century Bank, Waste Management, WelcometoMiami.com, Zyscovich Architects.

The event is sponsored by Credomatic Merchant Services, COMCAST Business Services, Bacardi, Home Financing Center, International Finance Bank, Zyscovich Architects, The Biltmore Hotel & Gallo Wines. The cost of this event will be $25 for members and $30 for future members. To register, visit www.coralgableschamber.org/events.

Wall Miami Labor Day 2012 Celebration and Weekly Lineup 8/28/12-9/2/12

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Wall Miami Labor Day 2012 Celebration and Weekly Lineup
Tuesday, Aug. 28 – Sunday, Sept. 2, 2012
11 p.m. – 4:30 a.m.
08282012 WALL FavelaWALL Miami
2201 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.938.3130
www.wallmiami.com

WALL Miami co-owners Karim Masri, Nicola Siervo, Navin Chatani and Jarred Grant present the lineup for the week of Aug. 27, 2012, as the exclusive lounge located at W South Beach announces an exciting mix of local and internationally renowned DJs. Guests can anticipate the mix of scenesters, models, decadent debauchery and celebrity sightings that have now become the standard at one of South Beach’s most high-profile lounges.
 
Tuesday, Aug.28
DJ/Producer Bonnie Beats supplies the best of Disko, Future Funk & Glitch Tech alongside DJ Ruen during Favela Beach.
 
08302012 WALLThursday, Aug. 30
Michael Capponi, Michael Martin, Angel, Matt Werner, Brett Weithorn,
Burton Wilkins & Gaudi Castro guest host the party at WALL, with sounds by DJ Affect & opening set by Ryan Jove.
 
08312012 WALLFriday, Aug. 31
Graham Funke, a member of Elite DJ crew S.K.A.M. Artists provides the beats for the Labor Day weekend kickoff party at WALL, with a closing set by
Mauri + Mora.
 
09012012 WALLSaturday, Aug. 1
Special hosts Burton Wilkins, Nicolas C. Coeur De Roy, Alexander Naaman and more, in association with Gianfranco Dossena, present a night of house music by special guest, DJ Chris Lake, with opening sounds by WALL favorite
Chicco Secci.
 
09022012 WALLSunday, Aug. 2
Special hosts Angel, Matt Werner, Brett Weithorn, Gaudi Castro &
Jason Odio present Miami’s own DJ Rascal, with opening sounds by
Derek Walin.
 
To reserve a table email rsvp@wallmiami.com or the WALL iPhone application at http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wall-miami-beach/id439021888

Breakthrough to Success Seminar 9/28/12-9/29/12

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Breakthrough to Success Seminar
Breakthrough-To-Success-Seminar-FlyerSat – Sun, September 28 – 29, 2012, 10 am to 6 pm
Hampton Inn & Suites Ft. Lauderdale-Airport, 
2500 Stirling Road,
Hollywood, Fl
 http://www.advancedbreakthrough.com/breakthrough-to-success/
 
Get ready to Create the Life of your Dreams …NOW
What if your were able to create more money,  have better health and develop magical relationships. Just imagine becoming the person you really want to be.  You can and you will with your
Breakthrough to Success Seminar
Transformation, Empowerment & Inspiration!
"This 2-day workshop is guaranteed to Change Your Mind & Transform Your Life!" 
So come and join the millions of people worldwide who have achieved amazing results using the Advanced Human Development & Change Technologies of Neuro Linguistic Programming and Time Line Therapyâ„¢ techniques.
Proudly presented by:
Dr. Vijay Shah, MNLP, MHT, MTLT, DCH
Motivation alone will not drive you to excel. First, you need to transform your thinking. Second, you need to have an idea of what for you, would be the most powerful and compelling future. Then, you need to overcome your obstacles. Next, you need the proper tools to help you set and achieve manageable goals, especially in everyday time restrictions and distractions. Learn how to lead yourself to create the results you desire. Additionally, you may choose to enhance your capacity to lead individuals, groups and your business or organization. In either case, you will change your mind and transform your life to rise to your next level of success.
Time magazine calls NLP, ”software for the brain.”Your brain is the most powerful bio-computer on the planet. So learn how to direct your brain to create the future you desire. Time Line Therapy™ is probably the fastest process to transform your past and to create a future filled with your dreams and aspirations.
Who should attend? All professionals and individuals who are ready to:
Advance your career & make more money now
Supercharge your business revenue and profits
Capture the relationship that your heart desires
Improve your health and fitness
Create your ideal self-image now
Increase your motivation & energy
Live a life filled with great joy & passion
Learn specific how-to tools and processes to:
Transform your thinking and eliminate your personal blocks
Let go of the destructive power of negative emotions
Easily vaporize your limiting beliefs
Identify your personal drivers to success & propel you forward
Properly set & execute powerful, attainable goals
Manage your time efficiently & increase your productivity
Stay focused in spite of constant interruptions
Successfully communicate with all people
Reconnect with the life of your dreams
How is this workshop structured?
It is dynamic and highly interactive with plenty of hands on practice.
It is more than a motivational seminar.
What if I attend the Breakthrough to Success Seminar?
Imagine how your life would be if you could create what you want in your life?
Just suppose you were able to do all the things that you’ve always wanted to …
Now what would it be like if you could easily and effortlessly make the necessary changes in your life

Average Joe Art Sale Odds ‘n Ends Edition 9/23/12

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Average Joe Art Sale, Odds ‘n Ends edition
joe9/23/12, 3pm-9pm
Yo Space
294 NE 62nd St
Miami, FL 33138
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In an attempt to open the door to the local art scene and invite in everyday average people Yo Miami organized the soft opening for its new home Yo Space, a gallery and artist collective, this past June. To celebrate the occasion there was an indoor market of sorts where 12 artists were able to display their wares. The artists sold everything from original works, to limited edition prints, and other merchandise. The only rule was that no individual item could have a sale price over $250.

After the overwhelmingly positive response to the first Average Joe Sale, we decided to jump right in and make it a monthly event. The next one will be taking place on Sunday, September 23rd from 3pm to 9pm. There will be a fresh batch of 16 artists showing their work (including some returning favorites from previous editions) and our resident artists Lorie Setton, Vince Herrera, and Kazilla will be in their studios as well.

Jolt Radio will be helping us bring some music to the festivities with a DJ spinning throughout the day. Also Ms. Cheezious will be out front serving up grilled cheese and other tasty treats with the crew from Subvert Ales providing their unique brews to wash them down with (while supplies last).

Visiting Artists:
–Evoka (Elio Mercado)
–Esther Weinbach
–Rei Ramirez
–Diana Contreras
–Rod Deal
–Jay Bellicchi
–Dorandy Mercado
–Knee5omnia Art
–WHUT X BM
–Buddah Funk
–Marc PaperScissor
–JNGL
–Claudio “CP1” Picasso

www.yo-miami.com
http://www.joltradio.org/
https://www.facebook.com/artthatfeeds
https://www.facebook.com/SubvertAles

Free Leadership Training Provided for Emerging Leaders 9/8/12-9/9/12

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Free Leadership Training Provided for Emerging Leaders
Community-Leadership-WorkshopSaturday, September 8, 2012,10AM to 4PM
Sunday, September 9th, 1PM to 5PM
Joseph C. Caleb Center
5400 NW 22nd Ave, Room 110
latondaj@nhssf.org
 
South Florida’s emerging young leaders are invited to sharpen their leadership skills and entrepreneurial abilities at a free two-day Miami Community Leadership Forum on September 8th and 9th at the Joseph Caleb Center.
 
Hosted by the Neighborhood Housing Services of South Florida (NHSSF) and sponsored by NeighborWorks America ® and TD Bank, the Forum will train participants on how to become effective leaders and play an active role in shaping their community’s development and be part of a larger South Florida network of community leaders. Activities and workshops include leadership training, self-exploration and skills assessment, and an overview of how to understand community issues and policies.
 
Seating is limited. RSVP for free:
LaTonda James of NHSF at (305) 751-5511 x 1141 or latondaj@nhssf.org .
 
DATE for 2-day forum:
Program materials, lunch, and refreshments will be provided. Attendees will receive a certificate of completion for attending both days of the forum.

Happy Hour at the Newly Opened Fabien’s Bistro 8/29/12

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Happy Hour at the Newly Opened Fabien’s Bistro
8/29/12, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Fabien’s Bistro
605 Brickell Key Dr
Miami, FL
https://savortonight.smartevents.com/happy-hour-at-fabiens-bistro
 
For a brand new restaurant, let us introduce you to Fabien’s Bistro in Brickell Key. Open for just a few months now, Fabien’s Bistro provides you with an escape to Paris with cheese, foie gras and romance all included. Join Savor Tonight at the restaurant on Wednesday, August 29th from 6-8 pm for an evening of mingling and tasting your way through the flavors of Paris. Cost is just $10 in advance or $15 at the door — this includes one glass of wine and a selection of complimentary hors d’oeuvres like Mini Crab Cakes, Risotto Parmesan Balls, Gougere, Quiche Lorraine and more.
 
**Fabien’s Bistro also offers 2 hours of complimentary parking with validation.

The Great Grove Bed Race 2012 9/2/12

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The Great Grove Bed Race – 2012
Vanilla-Ice-at-Start-LineSunday, September 2, 2012 , 1:00 pm
Coconut Grove Village Streets
www.thegreatgrovebedrace.com 

Get Your Sheet Together:

‘Great Grove Bed Race’ set for Sept. 2
 
Box springs do battle at tongue-in-cheek Coconut Grove PJ-party tradition dating back 30 years; register at TheGreatGroveBedRace.com—it’s gonna be bed-lam!
 
In the mood for some mattress mayhem? Perhaps even a little bed-on collision? Then set your alarm for Labor Day Weekend and don’t hit snooze—you’ll lose. There’s no bedside manner required for this pajama party that’ll shake you out of your slumber and have you shedding your slippers and rippin’ your one-sies. This, Sleeping Cutie, is your wake-up call for the 2012 Great Grove Bed Race.
 
A tongue-in-cheek competition of racing homemade beds down the streets of Coconut Grove, the origins of the Great Grove Bed Race date back three decades. Tireless teams consist of five members—call it a “five-way”—with four ready-to-romp racers and one rider hitched to the headboard. Speed wins the ultimate exhale at the checkered flag, but awards also will be given for theme, creativity and décor (this being a consummate competition). Celebrity judges will be on hand to grade those looking to score away from home, and proceeds from this roll in the hay of hilarity benefit Local charities through the Junior Chamber International Crew of hundreds of cone-head volunteers.
 
Miami residents, Coconut Grove merchants, and local clubs, businesses and organizations all are invited to pull back the sheets on this year’s affair, with festivities kicking off Saturday night (Sept. 1) of Labor Day Weekend with the Michelob Ultra Pajama Pub Crawl through participating Coconut Grove bars and restaurants.
 
Sunday (Sept. 2) is race day, with highlights to include Pit Row Parade of decorated beds on display; and of course the 1/8th-mile trundle through the heart of the Grove Village. And to eliminate any awkwardness or hard feelings after the on-track tryst, Grove merchants will host a post-race celebration complete with live music, interactive exhibits and perhaps even a little pillow talk—just no sleeping with the enemy…maybe….
 
This Labor Day Weekend, Coconut Grove is the place to be for some laborious laughter. For event info—and to register to create your own bedlam—visit TheGreatGroveBedRace.com. Don’t sleep on it!
 
The Great Grove Bed Race is produced by the Grove Merchant Group. The Grove Merchant Group welcomes visitors and patrons to enjoy the tree-lined streets of Coconut Grove while branding the neighborhood as an attractive and viable village.

Appleton Estate Bartender Challenge 2012

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Last night I went to the Appleton Estate Bartender Challenge at The Blackbird Ordinary in Miami. Five bartenders had to create two drinks each and do so based on the inspiration of a particular song.

I’ve already written a detailed and more personal account of the evening on my blog, but I wanted to do a recap here to show you tons more pictures. Also, you know, because my bosses James and Annette were there and they are very demanding about my performance!

Local bartenders Cricket Nelson, Ben Clemons, Nick Nistico, Richie Petronzi and Rob Ferrara each created two unique cocktails featuring Appleton Reserve. The drinks were very complex and creative, and all of the competitors really went all out with their performances. My favorite drink on the night was Richie Petronzi’s Die Die My Darling, though I enjoyed all of them.

In the end, the judges voted to send Ben Clemons to New York for the US Finals, with that winner going to Jamaica for an international competition. I met a lot of fun people, stumbled into some old friends, and drank rum with Rum Royalty.

I hope you enjoy these photos. They are about 10% of the ones I took. The rest are blurry and/or terrible. If you are giving free photography classes, please contact  me!

 

RA Sushi 4th Anniversary Luau Benefiting Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation 9/13/12

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RA Sushi to host 4th Anniversary Luau Benefiting Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation
Dragon Bite V2Thursday, September 13 from 7 p.m. to close
RA Sushi in South Miami
5829 SW 73rd St.
Miami, FL 33143.
For reservations, please call 305.341.0092. For more information, visit www.Facebook.com/RASushiSouthMiami .

Guests will celebrate with great drink and food specials, a limbo contest ($100 gift card for winner), and raffle. Proceeds benefit the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation.

In celebration of RA Sushi in South Miami’s four-year anniversary, and as a reward to Miamians for surviving the past few sweltering summer months, the South Miami location will say “Aloha, Summer” with the 4th Anniversary Luau on Thursday, Sept. 13, from 7 p.m. to close. Proceeds from the evening will be donated to the Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation, the vision of which is to ensure the health and happiness of children everywhere.

With scorching hot food and drink specials served all night long, and a special guest D.J. mixing cool beats, bid farewell to summer and say hello to four years in South Miami in true RA Sushi style.  Guests are encouraged to get in the luau spirit by throwing on their best Hawaiian styles and partaking in RA’s signature limbo contest (winner receives $100 gift card). 

Chill out at RA Sushi with So Long Summer drink specials, available for $5, include: Long Island Iced Tea; Frozen Fuzzy Momo Bellini; Red/White Summer Sake Sangria; the Dragon Bite, featuring Bacardi Dragon Berry, strawberry purée, fresh lemon juice, yuzu and a splash of soda; and the Endless Summer Night with Sauza Tequila, Citronage, pineapple, orange and lime juice, and a splash of grenadine. Beer drinkers have the choice of $3 Bud Light and Miller Light or $5 Kirin/Kirin Light and sake.

A variety of summer-themed food specials will be offered for the evening, including signature rolls such as the Seaside Roll ($7) with rice and seaweed wrapped around cucumber and shrimp, then topped with spicy shrimp; or the Sunset Roll ($6), rice and seaweed rolled with cucumber and spicy tuna and then topped with red tempura bits. Creations made for sharing include Grilled Beef Skewers ($8), Summer School Chicken Nuggets ($6), and Kaisen Ceviche ($7.25). Heat up the party with the Bonfire Shrimp ($9): crispy, spicy shrimp and shishito peppers tossed with ramen noodles and black sesame seeds in a chili sauce.

Colors of my life photo exhibit 9/8/12

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Colors of my life
color09/08/2012, 8:00pm
The Buena Vista Building
180 NE 39 Street Suite 120
Miami, Fl 33137

My life is divided.
Two countries.
Two cultures.
One Vision.

Colors of my life is a project that I’ve been working on since June, that showcases my vision and relationship between the country where I was born and raised, and the country that I consider home for the last eleven years.

Monthly Wine Flight Dinner at El Carajo 8/29/12

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Monthly Wine Flight Dinner at El Carajo
Wednesday, August 29th 2012, Seating from 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Mediterranean_Seasons_picEl Carajo
2465 Southwest 17th Avenue
Miami, FL 33145

$55 per person
Tax & Gratuity not included
RSVP Only – RSVP at least one day in advance!
305.856.2424

~ Mediterranean Seasons ~
Wine Flight Dinner

– Course 1 –
Marinated Artichoke with Oven Toasted Serrano Ham
Clara C Prosecco NV

– Course 2 –
Chick Pea Potage with Crispy Bacalao
Deusa Nai Albariño ‘10

– Course 3 –
Salsa Verde over Roasted Monkfish
Groth Sauvignon Blanc ‘11

– Course 4 –
Spinach & Goat Cheese Chicken Roulade
Perrin Châteauneuf-Du-Pape ‘09

– Dessert –
Strawberries & Manchego Cheese drizzled with a Balsamic Chocolate Reduction
Malamado Malbec Port ‘08

This casual, yet elegant dinner includes several off-the-menu courses paired with great wines, each expertly chosen to enhance every plate. Local wine educator Barry Alberts will be floating around the dining room discussing and answering all your questions about the night’s wines.
This fantastic menu was prepared by Luis Barbosa (Head Chef) & Micheal Cespedes (Wine Steward)

Opening Light In The Shadows, Photographs By William Maguire And Roberto Riverti 9/6/12

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Opening Light In The Shadows, Photographs By William Maguire And Roberto Riverti
e1345578205Thursday, September 6, 7pm
Dina Mitrani
Wynwood Art District
2620 Nw 2nd Avenue
Miami Florida 33127

Light in the Shadows: Photographs by William Maguire and Roberto Riverti
 
September 7 – November 2, 2012
 
Opening reception for the artists,
Thursday, September 6, 2012, 7pm
 
Dina Mitrani Gallery is proud to present Light in the Shadows: Photographs by William Maguire and Roberto Riverti, opening on Thursday, September 6th at 7pm and on view through November 2nd 2012.  This exhibition examines the work of two contemporary photographers from different parts of the world, exploring black and white night photography with a classic sensibility.  Maguire, a well-known photographer and professor at Florida International University, and Riverti, an Argentine transplanted in Uruguay, both point their lenses to the lights and shadows produced by the night.
 
The exhibition presents a grouping of Maguire’s “motorcycle and car” photographs, taken in the 1970s that are richly imbued with American culture and trends of the time. His larger, framed works are quiet depictions of desolate landscapes illustrating architectural structures, vehicles and the occasional human figure caught in the mysterious glow of a streetlamp or lit neon sign.
 
Riverti’s photographs also document buildings and places after sunset, yet they contain a melancholy produced by the historical buildings and by the light that dramatically moves through the image.  Through his lens, Riverti captures images with a romantic view depicting a reverence for his South American landscape.  Both artists offer remarkable aesthetic documents of their countries and cultures, with a richness and tonal depth that lures the viewer and evokes contemplation. 
 
Dina Mitrani Gallery opened in November 2008 and specializes in international contemporary photography. The gallery represents emerging and mid-career artists, offers artists talks and lectures on photography, as well as photo-based books. The gallery is committed to promoting its artists, as well as working with independent curators to produce unique group exhibitions.

Rotary Club of Doral: Founder of Footprints Foundation–Working to reduce maternal and infant mortality in the Eastern Congo 8/31/12

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Rotary Club of Doral: Founder of Footprints Foundation–Working to reduce maternal and infant mortality in the Eastern Congo
Lorna-Ownens8.31.12, 12:15 p.m.
Doral Park Country Club
5001 NW 104 Ave.
Doral, 33178.
http://www.facebook.com/rotaryclubofdoral
 
On Friday, August 31, Lorna Owens, the Founder of Footprints Foundation working to reduce maternal and infant mortality in the Eastern Congo, will speak to the Rotary Club of Doral.
 
Owens is a former Midwife, Registered Nurse, Attorney and also Legal Commentator on Nancy Grace, CNN, HLN and Tru TV, In Session. An Adjunct Professor, Gender Expert, International Speaker, Executive/ Life Coach and Author who has traveled to over 12 countries teaching the Art and Science of Success to Women’s Groups and Organizations. She has appeared on NBC, TBN, and TV in Jamaica, Cayman Island and Bermuda. The Miami Herald called her a Pioneer and the Mother of Reinvention; Advance for Nurses says she wows her Audiences.
 
Owens is very active in her church All Souls Episcopal Church and the Downtown Miami Rotary. At any given time you can find Owens volunteering at local community events in Coconut Grove. She also finds time to host a Local TV Talk show called And The Women Gather on Teleamerica Channel 88. She also hosts a once a week Radio show on Blogtalk radio called “And the Women Gather.”
 
For 10 years she hosted a monthly workshop for women at the Ritz Carlton in Coconut Grove called the Women’s Institute. She is designer of a line of jewelry for women called Spirit of a Woman. She is also the author of "Daily Sustenance and Everyday Grace Everyday Miracle," living the life you were born to live. Her third book a legal thriller “The Lady Lawyer” will be out next year. To learn more, visit www.footprints-foundation.org.
 
The Rotary Club of Doral meets on Fridays at 12:15 p.m. at the Doral Park Country Club, 5001 NW 104 Ave., Doral, 33178. Lunch: $15. To RSVP call (786) 280-9078 or email vicente2250@yahoo.com or RSVP to http://www.facebook.com/events/166806836789886/

The Savvy Health Food Shopping Tour 9/8/12

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The Savvy Health Food Shopping Tour!
Healthy-Grocery-Shopping-WorkshopSept 8th, 2012, 1:30-3:00 pm
IronFlower Fitness
7300 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132
www.TheHolisticCoach.com

RSVP and any question – B@theholisticcoach.com

Grocery shopping at Health Food Stores can be confusing; especially when it comes to healthier choices. This workshop will change your whole relationship to food and eating! You will familiarize yourself with new & healthy foods to add into your diet that will easily crowd out the not so healthy ones. It is an extremely helpful & educational plunge into the choices we make each day.
 
You will learn…
•    How to navigate the produce, meat, dairy and bulk aisles
•    To recognize hidden toxic ingredients and avoid nutrition traps.
•    How to be cost sensitive without jeopardizing quality and health
•    Reading labels, food selection and preparation.
•    How to recognize organic produce with just one glance.
•    My little secret to eating the freshest whole foods.
•    Food samples and so much more!!!
 
A $25 donation will get you all the yummy info to transform you into a savvy shopper AND entrance to Yoga Aid on Sunday Sept 9th 9am. Yoga Aid is a fundraising event that consists of a 2-hour yoga practice of 108 Sun Salutations to benefit Yoga Gangsters, a South Florida non-profit organization that serves the community by providing free weekly yoga classes to at-risk youth in inner city schools, hospitals, rehab centers, foster neighborhoods, jails and through other non-profits.
 
Can’t make it to Yoga Aid? No problem any amount donation will be given to YogaGangsters, every little bit counts  Win Win for all!!! Give and take is the name of the game right?

The Armory Studios presents Second Saturday ArtWalk Party 9/8/12

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The Armory Studios presents Second Saturday ArtWalk Party
artwalkseptember9/8/2012, 8:00pm
The Armory Studios
572 NW 23rd St
Miami Fl 33127
www.thearmorymiami.com
$10 Wristbands available by: emailing dw@thearmorymiami.com  (305) 815-2981

The Armory Studios Presents :
Second Saturday ArtWalk Party!

Celebrating fashion photographer Beth Studenberg’s birthday we open the studio to an 80’s inspired and themed event.
80’s rock tribute band SLEJJ

Deejay Smeejay and special guest DJ Danny Santiago

Open bar sponsored by Pabst Blue Ribbon and 1492 Rum.

The Mid-Autumn Festival Reception Honoring Confucius 9/23/12

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The Mid-Autumn Festival Reception Honoring Confucius
Sunday, September 23rd, 2012, 3pm – 5pm
FIU North Campus, Wolfe University Center Ballroom
3000 N.E. 151st Street North
Miami, Florida 33181

The South Florida Shandong Association will be holding The Mid-Autumn Festival Reception Honoring Confucius. Two-Time Emmy-Award winning broadcast and print journalist, Julia Yarbrough will emcee the event.
 
The Mid-Autumn Festival Reception will be honoring one of the world’s most important thinker, politician, educator and scholar, Kong Zi, (aka Confucius). 
 
Born in 551 BC, in Qufu, Shandong Province, China, Confucius is known for his development of the concept of Confucianism (“Ru Jia”) which focuses upon cultivating kindness, courteousness, benevolent rule and personal responsibility as the basis for society.
 
Confucius’ concepts and body of work has had an enormous influence on the development of philosophy, civilian and governmental structure, religious institutions, and even the military.
 
In recent years, Confucius’ ideas about how to achieve a harmonious and just society has gained a huge up surge in global interest. Few people, in human history has had as much of a profound influence upon the development of human civilization, as has, Confucius.
 
Mid-Autumn is a traditional time for family gatherings in China, so there could be no better time for the entire South Florida family to come together and enjoy delicious chinese mooncake and celebrate the life, work and ideas of Confucius.
 
Come and join the Chinese Consulate General of China, Mayors of Miami, Doral, North Miami Beach, Senators, Members of Congress, and representatives of Chinese associations at the Mid-Autumn Festival Reception Honoring Confucius.

Since it’s inception, in 1992, as a non-profit organization, the South Florida Shandong Association has become the leading organization in South Florida focused on increasing economic, cultural and social ties between South Florida and one of China’s top economic, social and cultural regions, Shandong Province.

The delegation from the Consulate General of the People’s Republic of China will be led by Consul General Xu Erwen. The Consulate General is committed to promote the exchanges and cooperation between China and the southern United States in all fields, to deepen the understanding and friendship between Chinese and American peoples, to protect the rights and benefits of Chinese citizens, and to provide consular services to overseas Chinese in our consular districts and all visitors to China.

Words & Wine Featuring Symbiotic Simians and DudeSeddions 8/29/12

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Words & Wine Featuring Symbiotic Simians & DudeSeddions
wnw8/29/12, 8p-3a
The Jam House
315 NE 27TH ST
Miami FL 33137
https://www.facebook.com/events/391067187625914/
 
Ladies, Gentlemen, honey badgers and the like:
For those of you that didn’t know Words & Wine is back Home, the JAM HOUSE
 
This week we are featuring Symbiotic Simians & DudeSessions
Hope you are in the mood for painting! Thanks to ID ART they have supplied us with art goodies so we can be creative and paint throughout the night
 
Let’s once again get together, drink some wine, share some thoughts and be happy.
It will be 5 Dollars at the door to cover any supplies we may need to get such as paper towels, cups, etc etc
 
IT IS BYOB Policy
 
We got plenty of space for Musicians, Poets, and yes DRUMMERS!
All we ask is that you respect our home
 
All ages Welcome.
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 786 529 5218 or 786 728 4748

Last Laugh, Stitches for the Best Comedians Only 8/29/12

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Last Laugh, Stitches for the Best Comedians Only
stitches-3Aug 29th, 2012, 8pm
Jeronimoe’s Brickell
75 SE 6th Street #103
Miami, Florida 33131
www.jeronimosbar.com
 
    Join us every Wednesday for a weekly comedy contest where your the judge! Four contestants will battle it our for a CASH and PRIZES. The best part is you pick the winner.. Afterwords, we party hard until 5am with Dj Self Born, playing the best in Hip Hop & open format.
 
Remember it’s open bar from 8pm until 9pm.. So come have a drink on us!
 
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The District Factory Rocks The Block On Fashion’s Night Out 9/6/12

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The District Factory Rocks The Block On Fashion’s Night Out
invite_FNO_FINSeptember 6 2012, 6pm – 11pm
The Collins Building
139 Ne 39th Street
Miami, Fl 33137
www.districtfactory.com

“Fashion rocks the block” outside The District Factory on Fashion’s Night Out. Factory fans of fashion are invited to celebrate one of the most fashion-forward nights in the world, alongside local emerging designers and creatives manufacturing today’s hottest trends. Shop 30 brands of accessories, apparel, vintage, and “rock the block” party with a special live music performance by avant-dance duo Afrobeta and sounds by DJ Mike Sike. The mash-up combines Bar Lab Spirited Mixology with cocktails infused by Societe Perrier, Mandarine Napoleon, Gran Sierpe, and Zignum, food, video art install by Juan Henriquez and Carlos Pedreanez, the best in auto design by Prestige Imports North Miami, interactive stations and more, in collaboration with partners Miami Design District, The Beacon Council, Fashion Koncept, and MIAMI Magazine. To learn more, visit DistrictFactory.com

FUNKdalena. Album Listening Party & Special Performance By Deborah Magdalena, The Brass King, Antonia Jenaé & Kinetic 9/6/12

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FUNKdalena. Album Listening Party & Special Performance By Deborah Magdalena, The Brass King, Antonia Jenaé & Kinetic
DeborahMagdalena_FUNKdalenaSept. 6, 2012, 6pm
The Stage Miami
170 NE 38th St
Miami Fl 33137 305.576.9577
www.funkdalena.com
 
In celebration of Deborah Magdalena’s coming out of her long 10 year musical hiatus, Deborah will be performing and hosting a FREE listening party at Miami’s infamous LIVE venue The Stage.
Join us for this much- anticipated event!

Electric Summer with Bob Barnes 9/2/12

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Electric Summer with Bob Barnes
SS_ElectricSummer_Avatar_7September 2, 2012, 9am and 10:30am
Christ Fellowship
280 Miracle Mile
Coral Gables 33134
http://www.cfmiami.org/times-locations
 
Christ Fellowship is charging up Miami, as they welcome everyone to come and experience an Electric Summer. The campaign was launched on June 24th and will heat up Miami until September 9th, the Electric Summer will run at all of Christ Fellowship’s six (6) campuses. Featuring fun for the whole family, individuals will be able to enjoy incredible live music, amazing events such as Ice Cream Sunday, BBQ day, and Sports Day, as well as a powerful lineup of guest speakers.

Art and Design Night for Reflections and Passions Exhibition 9/8/12

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Art & Design Night for "Reflections and Passions" Exhibition
Saturday September 8th, 2012 from 7-10pm
fusionArt Fusion Galleries
1 NE 40th Street,
Suites 3, 6, 7
Miami, FL 33137

Live Music  
 
Complimentary refreshments
 
Valet Parking available by  South Florida Parking

Art Fusion Galleries is proud to present our
Summer exhibition of 2012   
"Reflections and Passions"

This exhibition features over 38 emerging to mid-career contemporary international artists – be sure to highlight the evening of Saturday, September 8th 2012 on your calendar for our Art & Design Night.

Our summer exhibition of 2012 features an eclectic collection of contemporary artisans, spanning nineteen countries from across the globe. This exhibition is truly a reflection of diverse, distinctive artistic expressions, whose passion for creativity will shape tomorrow’s definition of style.

"Every artist dips his brush in his own soul, and paints his own nature into his pictures." 
by Henry Ward Beecher

Sammy Figueroa and His Latin Jazz Explosion Celebrate 10th Anniversary Concert 9/15/12

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Sammy Figueroa and His Latin Jazz Explosion Celebrate 10th Anniversary Concert
SammyFigueroa-UrbanNature15 September
WDNA Jazz Gallery Fine Arts Series
2921 Coral Way
Coral Gables, FL 33145
www.sammyfigueroa.com

When legendary percussionist Sammy Figueroa (Miles Davis, Sonny Rollins, Brecker Brothers, Mariah Carey, David Bowie and countless others) arrived in South Florida in 2001 he discovered a vibrant Latin jazz scene, where players from Cuba, Venezuela, Puerto Rico, Brazil, Haiti, Colombia and Argentina create a simmering mix of multi-cultural jazz collaboration.  With the support of producer Rachel Faro and Dr. Ron Weber of South Florida Jazz, Sammy put together a band of the best players in town, making their debut at the Hollywood Jazz Festival in November 2002.

How time flies!  Since then Sammy and the band have released three critically acclaimed albums (two of which have received Grammy Nominations), toured throughout the world and developed a large, devoted fan base. Although the personnel has changed throughout the years the sound of this band has remained remarkably consistent: sophisticated jazz fusion mixed up with a lot of rice and beans.

Whether you’re in the New York area or South Florida come help Sammy celebrate his 10th Anniversary as leader of one of the premier bands in Latin Jazz today!
Sammy Figueroa, percussion
Silvano Monasterios, piano; Gabriel Vivas, bass
Nomar Negroni, drums
Alex Pope Norris, trumpet (NY); Cisco Dimas, trumpet (FL)
Troy Roberts, saxophone (NY); John Michalak, saxophone (FL)

Cuban Jazz at Van Dyke 9/5/12

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Cuban Jazz @ Van Dyke
Poster-VanDykeSept209/05/2012, 9:00pm
The Van Dyke Café
846 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach FL 33139
305-534-3600
http://www.thevandykecafe.com/upstairs-new/
 
Alfredo Chacon Groove. www.alfredochacon.com
Project by Vibraphonist/Composer/Percussionist Alfredo Chacón, who’s presenting his new album MAGIC PLACE in which his cuban roots fusions with influences from other genres like funk, bossa, soul and bebop in a blend of beautiful melodies and groovy rhythms.
Resulting in fresh, colorful, joyous and elegant music, full of surprises that will get the listener in a good mood.
 
Alfredo Chacon – Vibes, Percussion & EWI
Liván Mesa – Piano
Nestor del Prado – Bass
Carlos Puig – Trumpet
Reinier Guerra – Drums
 
www.alfredochacon.com

Boys and Girls Clubs Wild About Kids Gala at Four Seasons Brickell 10/20/12

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Boys & Girls Clubs "Wild About Kids" Gala at Four Seasons Brickell
boysgirlsSaturday, Oct. 20, 2012
Cocktail reception begins at 7 p.m.
Dinner and program begins at 8 p.m.
After party begins at 10:30 p.m.
Four Seasons Hotel Brickell
1435 Brickell Avenue
Miami, Florida 33131

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

Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade will host its sixth annual “Wild About Kids” black-tie optional gala at the Four Seasons Hotel Brickell. Gala proceeds will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade and its many positive programs for 10,000 area children who need them the most.
 
The Gala was voted one of BizBash’s Top 100 Events of 2011. BizBash selects annual gatherings based on their impact on their respective industries and communities (and on the city) while innovating to stay on top.
 
Guests will enjoy a unique “live” red carpet welcome, as well as a cocktail reception, live music, dinner, a silent auction featuring one-of-a-kind items, and more.
 
Celebrity South Florida artist David “LEBO” Le Batard, who has supported Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade in the past, is donating a piece of his original artwork inspired by the organization’s mission statement to the silent auction. A step-by-step photographic documentation of the painting in progress, as well as a short video of LEBO, will be shown at the gala. LEBO is also leading two to three workshops at Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s after school programs throughout the year to help enrich and awaken the “artist” in participants. 
 
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade alumna 13-year-old Elizabeth Elias will sing the national anthem to kick off the dinner program. A singer, dancer and model, Elias recently sang the national anthem at the June 23 Miami Marlins game.
 
Attendees, including South Florida’s top community leaders, will have the opportunity at the event to sponsor a child through donations. Once again, the gala emcee will be Lynn Martinez, anchor of WSVN’s Deco Drive.
 
The gala is chaired by Lana DeSimone, Irene Korge and Eris Thomas.
 
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Current sponsors are: Presenting Sponsor Miami Marlins Foundation, Silver Sponsor Hamilton Yacht Group South Florida, Bronze Sponsors Jorge Luis Lopez Law Firm, Matty’s Sports, Coral Gables Executive Physicians, The Bermont Advisory Group and Irene Korge; Media Sponsor Miami magazine, Liquor Sponsor Bacardi and Wine Sponsor Epica Wines.
 
Lots of surprises are in store for this year’s attendees.
 
Attendees will have the option to continue the celebration at an after party at the Four Seasons, which will include a full bar and tapas-style food. Admission to the after party is $50 per person.

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Fuente’s Havana Nights: A Family Affair at The Guayabera Lady to benefit the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation featuring photographer Manny Iriarte

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This past Aug. 25 brought the biggest events of the year! Fuente’s Havana Nights: A Family Affair at The Guayabera Lady celebrated their 100th Anniversary to Benefit the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation featuring photographer Manny Iriarte.

This 300 ticket event was an enchanting night with live music by Jenny Love and DJ Gabe, domino tables by Family Domino Tables, food from Caper Diem and Sushi Sake, Open bar was provided by Bacardi, cigars from Arturo Fuente, smoking lounge by Mystical Memories, and Manny Iriarte’s photography exhibit.

All proceeds to benefit the Cigar Family Charitable Foundation. For more information on the foundation please visit: www.cf-cf.org

NikkiSiixx 25th Birthday Bash Virgos Free Entry 9/11/12

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NikkiSiixx 25th Birthday Bash – Virgos Free Entry
NIKKISIIXX-BIRTHDAY-9111209/11/2012, 9:00PM
Jeronimo’s Lounge in Brickell
75 SE 6th Street #103
Miami, FL 33131

http://www.nikkisiixx.com 

NikkiSiixx 25th Birthday Bash at Jeronimo’s Lounge in Brickell

18^ $5 Cover
Free Entry For Virgos

Doors Open At 9pm

Live Performances:
Rel.B http://www.twitter.com/itsrelb
Silent Hand Ent http://www.twitter.com/SilentHandEnt
Beautiful Struggle http://www.twitter.com/BTFL_Struggle
Art Morera http://www.twitter.com/ArtMorera
QuESt http://www.twitter.com/YesIAmQuest
PCRK (Band) http://www.twitter.com/The_GeekSquad

Speech Level Singing Vocal Training Masterclass 9/22/12

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Speech Level Singing Vocal Training Masterclass
Jeffrey-Skouson-Flyer-MasterclassSeptember Saturday 22nd, 10 am -3.30 Pm
Coachsingers Studio
208 S 28 Ave
Holywood Florida 33020
www.coachsingers.com
 
"Speech Level singing Vocal Training Masterclass led by CEO of Speech Level Singing and Level 5 Master Instructor Jeffrey Skouson, one of the top Vocal Coaches in the World"
 
In September, Coachsingers of Miami will host Speech Level Singing CEO and Level 5 Master Instructor Jeffrey Skouson, who hails all the way from Las Vegas to provide training on the technique of Grammy Legends as Barbra Streisand, Michael Jackson, Steve Wonder and many other artists for the first time in Miami.
 
During this training participants will have the opportunity to learn principles of the Speech Level Singing Vocal Technique with one of the Top Vocal Coaches in the world.
 
This event would be of great interest for Singers, Vocal Performing Artists.
 
For Registration please go to www.speechlevelsinging.com  and click on Events-Workshops
 
or just click on  http://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?EventID=1133696

Salute to Summer Labor Day Weekend Fest 8/30/12 – 9/2/12

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Salute to Summer Labor Day Weekend Fest
Thursday, August 30 to Sunday, September 2, 9pm
Salutetosummer-evite-Segafredo Brickell
1421 South Miami Avenue
Miami, FL 33130
www.sze-brickell.com/labordayfest
 
Salute to Summer Labor Day Weekend Fest
 
This Labor Day weekend, Segafredo Brickell invites those who work hard and celebrate harder to salute the summer in style. Taking place from Thursday, August 31 to Sunday, September 2, a journey of eras await to unfold, beginning in the 1950s when a flood of women entered the American workforce, to the late 1960s when a hippie revolution sung praises of peace, happiness and love for all. 
 
The exceptional line up of events will take place as follows:
 
Thursday, August 30, 2012 
"Bombshells Away!" – Arrive to Segafredo Brickell and enter an atmosphere of nautical meets classic pin-up glamour. Marking the first event to kick off the weekend’s exciting event line up, the night’s festivities include saucy pin up models, an electrified sensual Burlesque show and midnight Champagne toast, all with a playful vintage 1950s flair. Segafredo Brickell 9pm & Spazio Nero 11pm
 
Friday, August 31, 2012
"American Beauty" – Red, white and blue is infused with infectious fun, as locals and visitors alike observe America the beautiful, to the hip-swaying sounds of lounge and top electric dance music. Segafredo Brickell 9pm & Spazio Nero 11pm
 
Saturday, September 1, 2012
"Naughty Nautical" – It’s a touch of naughty for those who play nice. The night’s festivities include provocative sailors in a nautical atmosphere, sparklers, and the best of lounge and open format music. Segafredo Brickell 9pm & Spazio Nero 11pm
 
Sunday, September 2, 2012
"Labor of Love, Haute Hippie Party" – A 1960s flower power inspired party where you may just see a yellow submarine and hippie love bus. Partygoers are encouraged to bring the best of their haute hippie attire and dance to all-time classics, mixed with dance and lounge music. Segafredo Brickell 9pm & Spazio Nero 11pm

RefreshMiami Founder Match Making 8/29/12

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RefreshMiami – Founder Match Making
August 29, 2012 7:30pm-9:30pm
Storer Auditorium (UM Business School) – UM Coral Gables Campus
Coral Gables, FL
Please RSVP on Facebook here

Learn how some successful entrepreneurs have found their technical or business partners to start their companies. If you’re looking for a CTO, or cofounder, this will be the event to come to. People from both sides of the table will be presenting as part of a panel to discuss their dos and dont’s.

Panelists are:
Ed Toro – Sr Engineer @ Inversiones.com
Charles Irizari – Director, Product Development & Information Architecture @ Rokk3r Labs
Steve Repetti – CEO @ RadWeb
Stewart Davis – CEO @ SafeStitch Medical

We are looking for volunteers to handle check-in at the door, someone to tweet as well.

This event is sponsored by the UM MBA Entrepreneurship club.

Beer, Sodas, and food will be served.

The location is not the same as the last 3 events. It is in the UM Business school auditorium, Storer Auditorium. Parking as always is best in the Pavia garage or on the street/meters after 6pm.

Parking at the Pavia garage is free after 6pm for visitors.

This event is sponsored by the UM MBA Entrepreneurship club

Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce August Networking Event 8/29/12

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Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce August Networking event
GROVECHAMBERNETWORKINGEVENT-CALAMARIWednesday, August 29th, 5:30-8:30 PM
Calamari Restaurant
3540 Main Highway
Admission:
$10, Grove Chamber members,
$15, future members,

Includes Welcome Drink, Hors D’oeuvres Happy Hour Prices ‘TIL 9pm Stay & Dine!

3-course Dinner $30 for friends of the Chamber attending the networking event.

Also, Wednesdays, Select Bottles On Wine List Are 1/2 Off!

French American Chamber of Commerce of Florida Back to School Networking Event at Fabien’s

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French American Chamber of Commerce of Florida Back to School Networking Event at Fabien’s
frenchThursday August 30, 2012, 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM   
Fabien’s Bistro
605 Brickell Bay Drive.
Miami Fl, 33131

Open to the public
Members : $10
Non-Members: $15
Register Here

Come meet and network with other professionals in a relaxed atmosphere and discover the  French Cuisine of Fabien’s.
 
Complimentary Drink & Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres
 
Discounted Valet Parking: $5    at Brickell Key Two

Stay for dinner and enjoy their new Fabien’s menu for $33
or their "à la carte" signatures dishes:
homemade foie gras, blanquette de veau or profiteroles.

South Florida Veterans Festival 10/20/12

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South Florida Veterans Festival
South FL Veterans Festival10/20/12, 3pm-11pm
Grand Central Park Miami
700 North Miami Ave.
Miami FL 33136

Join Freedom Veterans of America and the Little Warrior Project as they host the South Florida Veter-ans Festival. The festival will be open to the general public and will consist of live music, great food, bounce houses and games that are fun for the entire family!

The South Florida Veterans Festival will also serve as a Veterans Outreach event, targeting not only homeless veterans, but also veterans that need help with claims, benefits, and assistance options available, so join us at Grand Central Park and support out troops!

POSTPONED: SOUZ Miami Grand Opening 8/31/12

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POSTPONED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 7, 2012

SOUZ Miami Grand Opening
souz-grand-openingFriday, August 31st, , 9:30PM – 11:30PM
Club Souz & VIP Lounge
739 Washington Ave
Miami 33139
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You are invited to the grand opening of Miami’s newest venue, located in the heart of South Beach, Miami (former Pinkroom location).

Top shelf open bar, 9:30PM – 11:30PM

Club Souz & VIP Lounge is set to be one of the most luxurious and exclusive entertainment venues in the South Beach arena. Owner DJ/Producer Souz, is personally involved in the selection of renovations, upgrades and state of the art audio-visual including a one of a kind, larger than life LED wall and two flanking customized giant screens on opposite walls to create a surround entertainment feel coupled with the latest technology in award winning lighting & sound.

Photographs of the Media and VIP Preview of ARTFUZE at LMNT Elementi on 8/23/12

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Media and VIP Preview of ARTFUZE at LMNT Elementi on Thursday, August 23, 2012.  The proceeds from ARTFUZE will go towards will go to Art Studio Miami and Build A School In Africa as well as future ARTFUZE philanthropy campaigns.

“HYPE UNITED has partnered with LMNT and JLPR to “FUZE” a vision together to form ARTFUZE. The aim of ARTFUZE is to educate, advocate, and provide a platform for all mediums of art, creators, and enthusiasts to connect under a festive atmosphere under one roof on Friday, August 24, 2012 at LMNT while supporting two very worthy and “under the radar” organizations.”

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Photographs of Galleria Ca’d’oro Presents Marilyn Monroe Tribute on 8/22/12

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Galleria Ca’d’oro Presents Marilyn Monroe Tribute To A Female Icon Opening Reception on Wednesday, August 22, 2012.

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200 guests gathered to celebrate Marilyn Monroe’s legacy at the exhibition opening and reception at Galleria Ca’d’oro Miami

Miami, FL: Marilyn Monroe- Tribute to a Female Icon group exhibition kicked-off with a successful opening and reception this past Wednesday, August 22nd at Galleria Ca’d’oro in Coral Gables. Two hundred guests mingled, with food and drinks, among some of Miami and Italy- top dignitaries, renowned artists, art enthusiasts, Marilyn fans, and collectors. Some personalities present were the Consul General of Italy, Adolfo Barattolo and his wife Federica Barattolo, celebrated pop artist Leonardo Hidalgo, curator Gloria Porcella, Italian fashion designer Renato Balestra, Italian Chamber of Commerce President, Gianluca Fontani, and celebrity DJ from Rome Corrado Rizza.

Marilyn Monroe’s electrifying and sensual energy could be felt in the atmosphere even 50 years after she graced this earth . Her soft bubbly voice singing “I Wanna Be Loved By You” could be heard playing in the background. While perusing the visual art feast put together honor of the Hollywood starlet, the guests also enjoyed a live art performance by Italian artist, Erika Calesini, whom channeled the blonde bombshell all night, wearing the iconic halter white dress, striking numerous poses above a fan blowing the dress lightly up in the air, creating the illusion you were in the movie set of the “Seven Year Itch”.

The exhibition showcases a life-size bronze sculpture of Marilyn wearing the iconic white dress by artist Seward Johnson; an unusually lanky rendition by Valentina De Martini, a naked Marilyn immersed in color by Pablo Echaurren, a pop interpretation by Ludmilla Radchenko alongside the Marilyn series produced by Andy Warhol, a decollage by Mimmo Rotella, two witty compositions by Leonardo Hidalgo, a painting with a real black diamond on the famous Marilyn beauty mark by Enrico di Nocolantonio, and a soft and sensual pink portrait of Marilyn painted by Monica Casali. The tribute to the American starlet comes to life in a 29-work exhibition by 22 international renowned artists; which includes paintings, photographs, installations, videos, and sculptures.

Marilyn Monroe | Tribute to a Female made its successful debut in June 8th, 2012 at the nineteenth-century Palazzo Wedekind in Piazza Colonna, in Rome, Italy, only a few days after what would have been Marilyn’s 86th birthday. For this symbolic reason curators Gloria Porcella and Lamberto Petrecca chose the months of June and August for the double launch of the exhibition.

The exhibition will be on view through Wednesday, October 10th, 2012 at Galleria Ca’d’oro, located at 135 San Lorenzo Avenue, Coral Gables, Florida. Gallery hours are: Monday through Friday , 11am-5pm.

ARTISTS IN THE EXHIBITION INCLUDE: Andy Warhol, Mimmo Rotella, Seward Johnson, Pablo Echaurren, Renzo Nucara, Erika Calesini, Valentina de Martini, Camilla Ancilotto, Monica Casali, Cristiano Cascelli, Florence Fabre, Fabio Ferrone Viola, Leonardo Hidalgo, Massimo Lupoli, Flavia Mantovan, Daria Paladino, Ludmilla Radchenko, Marcello Reboani, Fabiana Roscioli, Sasha Torrisi, Guiliano Grottini, Romero Britto, and Enrico di Nocolantonio. Special appearance by celebrity DJ from Rome, Corrado Rizza.

ABOUT GALLERIA CA’d’Oro :
Since 1970, Galleria Ca’ d’Oro (House of Gold) has become known as one of the leading contemporary art galleries in Italy. During Art Week and Art Basel Miami 2010, Galleria Ca’ d’Oro made it’s mark in Miami with the most talked about public art installation, the Regeneration Art Project, with the famous pink snails. Today the gallery continues to bring its experience and expertise to the US promoting Italian and European contemporary art with passion and enthusiasm.

Galleria Ca’ d’Oro offers not only some of the most important works by artists of the 20th, and 21st centuries, but also offers personalized art advisory, the implementation of public art installations and museum quality exhibitions.

Galleria Ca’d’oro | Miami
135 San Lorenzo Ave, Suite 130 – Coral Gables, FL 33146
Website: www.ca-doro.com
Facebook/galleriacadoromiami

Miami Broward Carnival 10/7/12

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The 4th Annual Miami Broward Carnival
carnivalOctober 7, 2012 from 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Sun Life Stadium
2269 Dan Marino Blvd.
Miami Gardens, FL 33056

Tickets for the concert and stage show are on sale now for just $20.00.
Children under 12 years old are free.
Groups can also take advantage of a discount; with the Buy-4, Get-1-Free group discount.
Schedule and Tickets www.MiamiBrowardCarnival.com .

This event celebrates the pulsating steel pan and soca music, dazzling costumes, sumptuous foods and lively spirit of South Florida’s Caribbean and international community, with an action packed schedule of festivities  including these marquee events:
·  Junior Carnival  – September 30, 2012
·  Parade of Bands – October 7, 2012 at 10:00 a.m.
·  Concert and Stage Show – October 7, 2012 inside Sun Life Stadium
·  And numerous electrifying Carnival events leading up to the main attraction

Under the direction of The Miami Broward One Carnival Host Committee (MBOCHC) lead by Executive Director, Ruthven Williams, this year’s Carnival revelers and spectators will be stirred by flag-waving festivities celebrating the 15 countries of the Caribbean along with Latin American cultures woven into the colorful fabric of South Florida.”The Pageantry of Mas Costumes, Steel Bands and the Host of Caribbean artist performing on Columbus Day weekend will only add to the excitement and enjoyment by all who attend this spectacular celebration .This year, as we commemorate the golden jubilee of both Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago’s Independence, we welcome all to South Florida for Miami Broward Carnival 2012″ said Executive Director, Ruthven Williams.

Miami Broward Carnival is expected to attract over 50,000 revelers and spectators from across the world. To inquire about playing maswith a Mas Band in the Carnival Parade, to becomea sponsor,or for vendorspace, contact Miami Broward Carnival committee member, Rafiek Muhammed at 954-806-8396 or 305-653-1877. Or email info@miamibrowardecarnival.com. Miami Broward Carnival Inc. 18425 NW 2nd Avenue, Suite 335 Miami, Fl 33169.

For tickets and information visit www.MiamiBrowardCarnival.com, “Like” us at Facebook.com/MiamiBrowardOneCarnival, follow us of Twitter atTwitter.com/MIABROCARNIVAL or watch us on Youtube.com/MIABROCARNIVAL.

CAFE Poetry Night 8/29/12

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CAFE Poetry Night
CAFE_Poetry_Night_flyer_08-29-12Wednesday August 29th, 8PM
MOCA Cafe & Lounge
738 Northeast 125th Street
North Miami, FL 33161

Admission: $10 before 9PM/ $15 after… For VIP/Ticket Reservation, contact: (786) 273-7348.

Featuring: BET- 106 & Park Finalist, Spoken Word Artist/Entertainer STICHIZ, Jazz Singer Sensational HASSANAH, renowned saxophonist MELTON MUSTAFA and more!

Click on the link below to watch a video clip of CAFE Poetry Night show on 08/01/12, as posted on YouTube:
http://youtu.be/d6CAMtdua8E

Looking forward to enjoying the show on Wednesday August 29th with you!

Seductive Salsa Zouk Thursday Match.com Event 8/30/12

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Seductive Salsa Zouk Thursday! Match.com Event
match8/30/12, 6pm-3am
The Well Lounge! Miami Beach!
444 West 41st St Miami Beach Florida 33140

Ladies Love The Well Lounge!
This Thursday! Dress To Impress! Food Now Available!
 
The party this Thursday is going to be at the world famous The Well Lounge in Miami Beach….next to The Forge.
Formerly known as The Glass and Jimmy Z’s
Salsa Classes and Zouk Classes: Starts at 9PM Sharp!
Gentlemen: Cover only $10
Ladies: Free before 11:30PM! After 11:30pm $5
 
We appreciate your Support!
Equipped with polished wood floors, elegant venue with 2 full decked bars!
Free parking at the meters! And Free Parking in the Rear! Did we say Freeee Parking?! Yes Free Parking!
 
We Are Serving Food! As Well at The Well! Ask the Bartenders for Menu!
$7 Rum and Cokes
$7 Vodka Cranberries
$3 Waters
 
All the way from Salsa Central Dance Studios and Tapas y Tintos! Ricky Torres will be teaching a LA style salsa class at 9PM sharp! Don’t miss it! Come get your early groove on!
On the second room of The Well, All the way from Brasil! We will have Fabiano "Nyx" Trofino and his dance partner Kendra Haynes teaching a one hour ZOUK class! 9PM sharp – 10PM
DJ Pelito Largo spinning the best Salsa Merengue Mambo Cha Cha and Bachata all night!
So come out tell a friend or two and let’s celebrate our love for music. See you Lovely Ladies there! This Event is About You!
And "IF" you play Instruments, Feel Free to Bring them! And get a Free Drink Ticket! Congas, Bongos, Cow Bells, Claves, etc …But you gotta KNOW How to Play!lol

The Flavor of Miami Event 9/27/12

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The Flavor of Miami Event
Thursday September 27th, 2012 from 8PM-10:30PM.
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach, FL 3313
www.TheFlavorofMiami.com

The Flavor of Miami is a fall event that will attract a distinct crowd of food, wine and music lovers into the Miami Beach Convention Center. The event will provide the finest cuisine from over 12 South Florida restaurants with Wine & Spirits to savor along with great high energy music while bringing the Latin beat that gives soul to Miami.

Enjoy three different levels filled with restaurants serving tapa size delicate cuisine. Republic National Distributing Company will have wine flowing throughout the night with two Wine Bars (On 1st and 2nd Level) serving Full glasses from several wineries. The third level consists of the VIP lounge with Live Music to enjoy while sipping on a cocktail from an Open Bar with unlimited drinks.

Become a fan on Facebook by Searching: Miami Event Productions. You’ll be able to Find Promo Codes on the fan page with discounts of over 50%

The event will showcase the delightful flavors of many international wines and spirits along with the samplings from Miami’s best restaurants. This event will benefit Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired which is Florida’s largest and oldest private agency serving the blind and visually impaired.

Special Preview Benefit of Ruined at GableStage 9/7/12

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Special Preview Benefit of Ruined at GableStage
Friday, September 7th at 8:00pm
GableStage in the Biltmore Hotel,
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables, FL 33134

Admission $65 / ALL Proceeds to benefit the Footprints Foundation
For Tickets: www.footprints-foundation.org  or call 305-573-8423

Valet parking is available. Free parking is available in the
Biltmore parking area west of the hotel.

Special Preview Performance to Benefit FIU Women’s Studies Center and the Footprints Foundation at the Biltmore presents the South Florida Premiere of Ruined.

A haunting work about the resilience of the human spirit. This frank, frequently funny and ultimately hopeful drama is a searing variation on Brecht’s Mother Courage–translated to a brothel in the Congo, where women are both victims and pillars of strength.
 
Footprints Foundation’s work in D.R. Congo: Paying for the surgeries to repair the Women who are survivors of rape. Educating, training and establishing a network of skilled midwives to work in rural areas- to reduce maternal and infant mortality in keeping with UN Millennium Development Goals.
 
Presentation after the play featuring:
Professor John Clark, Florida International University
Professor Carol Boyce Davies, Cornell University
Barbara Martines, Esq., U.S. Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Florida
Moderated by:
Lorna Owens, Founder, Footprints Foundation
Dr. Yesim Darici, Director, FIU Women’s Studies Center

Veuve Clicquot Pétanque Tournament 9/2/12

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Veuve Clicquot Pétanque Tournament
PetanqueSunday, September 2, 2012, Beginning at 2:30 p.m.
Bella Beach at Trump International Beach Resort
18001 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160

Attention Miami’s Mademoiselles and Monsieurs! Get ready to throw on your bathing suits, drink some bubbly and have a ‘ball’ this Labor Day weekend at Trump International Beach Resort’s oceanfront Bella Beach restaurant for its very first Veuve Clicquot Pétanque Tournament. Petanque – which is pronounced "pay-tonk" and seemingly goes well with a glass of chilled champagne – is the French variation of Italy’s Bocce and involves rolling or tossing several hollow steel balls as close as possible to a small wooden target ball, called "cochonnet.”
 
Not out to prove yourself a champion? Bella Beach, where Florida’s Riviera meets St. Tropez, offers the ideal oceanfront oasis for sipping premium champagne and dining alfresco on exquisite Mediterranean-styled bites. With the sea and sun captivating their senses, guests are invited to tan naturally while soaking up South Florida’s unparalleled sunshine. 
 
The Petanque teams who ‘trump’ the rest will be awarded with the following prizes:
·         1st place Grand Prize winner will receive a two-night stay at Trump International Beach Resort and a Veuve Clicquot amenity
·         2nd place winner will receive a spa treatment for two at the Resort’s award-winning Aquanox Spa and a gift from Veuve Clicquot
·         3rd place team will receive dinner for two at Bella Beach and a gift from Veuve Clicquot
 
Participants must register in teams of two and participation is free. To sign up for the tournament contact info@bellabeachclub.com or 305-673-3873. Bella Beach will also be hosting practice sessions at 2:30 p.m. each Sunday in August leading up to the tournament.

Movies on the Plaza The Vow 9/13/12

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Movies on the Plaza: The Vow
Thursday, September 13, 2012, starting at 8 p.m.
600 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131

Admission is free.
Parking is free in the surface lot. Chair rentals are available.

Movies on the Plaza: The Vow starring Rachel McAdams and Channing Tatum
A car accident puts Paige in a coma, and when she wakes up with severe memory loss, her husband Leo works to win her heart again. The film is based on the true story of Kim and Krickitt Carpenter.
Movies on the Plaza is a free, family-friendly event sponsored by Brickell World Plaza each month.

Bring dinner. Bring snacks. Coolers are allowed, but please, no glass or bottles. Movies nights are subject to favorable weather conditions.
For more information please call (305) 384-7170

Dwntwn Meet your Neighbors 9/6/12

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Meet your Neighbors
dwntwnThursday, September 6, 2012, 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Mary Brickell Village 
900 S Miami Avenue

Please RSVP at info@downtownmiami.net or by calling (305) 379-7070.

Mary Brickell Village will be booming with activity
as you Meet your Neighbors…

Tastings by Balans, Brickell Perfumes, Brother Jimmy’s BBQ,
Doraku, Grimpa, Rosa Mexicano, Tapas Xperience, Taverna Opa,
The Oceanaire Seafood Room, and Toscana Divino.

Libations by: B2000, Blue Martini, Brickell Perfumes, Burger & Beer Joint,  Downtownmiami.com, Fado, Grimpa, and UniK Wax.

Entertainment: Brickell Art Walk Preview, Henna Art at Mogra, Humidor Cigar Rolling, Massage Envy and live jazz by the Dee Dee Wilde Group.

Jazz and a Little Bit of Blues at Jackson Soul Food 9/7/12

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Jazz (and a Little Bit of Blues) at Jackson Soul Food
Jazz inviteFriday, September 7, 2012, 7:00pm until 10:00pm
Jackson soul food
950 NE 3rd Ave
Miami, Florida 33136

$25 ticket
$10 prixe fixe dinner (think chicken and waffles) available at the restaurant
Order tickets via Eventbrite

Join Overtown Music Project for a history-making event in Overtown:

Featuring:
Joey Gilmore
Mel Dancy
Bobby Stringer
Tree Top
FranCina Jones

Free, Secured Parking Available

About Jackson Soul Food
Since 1946 Jackson Soul Food Restaurant has served the Overtown
Community, and visitors and residents of Miami Dade County.

Cocodrills at Nikki Beach 8/26/12

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Cocodrills at Nikki Beach!
cocodrillsnb826128/26/12, 7PM
Nikki Beach
1 Ocean Drive
https://www.facebook.com/events/403146923081319/
 
Special Guest DJ’s Cocodrills! No cover on Rick C’s Vip List! 786 303 2787

Nikki Beach in Miami is the hidden jewel of South Beach, located at One Ocean Drive along the beautiful Atlantic Ocean amid swaying palms trees and warm sunny breezes. Nikki Beach Miami has established itself as the landmark nightclub and venue for ultimate private parties, large celebrations, and always lives up to its reputation as a South Beach Miami party playground for jet setters, celebrities, VIPs, guests and visitors alike.
 
"Rick C" Guest List @ Door For Free Admission From 7pm Till 12am
 
Text  "Nikki" along with first and last name and # of guests to 786 303 2787 or 786 273 7401
 
Reduce Adm From 12am till 2am $10 Per Person
 
Rick C Vip Host Nikki Beach
facebook/Rickchaumin
twitter@hmc2575
786 303 2787 / 786 273 7401

Rotary Club of Doral Monthly Networker and Kickoff of Art Fest 9/4/12

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Rotary Club of Doral Monthly Networker and Kickoff of Art Fest @ Doral
Carolina-Ale-HouseSeptember 4, 2012, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.
Carolina Ale House
8669 NW 36th St
Doral FL33166
www.Facebook.com/ArtFestAtDoral

Join the Rotary Club of Doral for its monthly networker on Tuesday, September 4, from 6 p.m-8 p.m. This event also serves as the kickoff for the Art Fest @ Doral, sponsored by the Rotary Club of Doral. The free festival takes place at Carlos Albizu University on Oct. 19-21. Great art, music and children’s activities.
 
Networker is open to Rotarians and the general public. Complimentary drink and appetizers. Sponsored by Carolina Ale House. RSVP to felipe@dawcc.org or RSVP at http://www.facebook.com/events/112015265612102/

National Hotel Full Moon Party 8/31/12

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Full Moon Party
National_Hotel_Full_Moon_Party_Miami_August_201208/31/2012, 9:00PM- 2:00AM
National Hotel Miami Beach
1677 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach FL 33139
http://www.facebook.com/events/464651223557004/
 
The National Hotel Miami Beach presents you the Full Moon Party to celebrate the Blue Moon…
 
What is a Blue Moon?
 
A Blue Moon is the second full moon in a calendar month. For a blue moon to occur, the first of the full moons must appear at or near the beginning of the month so that the second will fall within the same month (the average span between two moons is 29.5 days).
 
Featuring DJ Bryan Peroni, Drums, Snake Charmers, Belly Dancers & Fire Dancers by Belly Motion, Fortune Tellers, Cardi Reader…
 
The event will be casual, chic, and sensual, with all the components necessary for a fabulous oceanfront party…
 
Do not forget to bring your own instrument to get complimentary cocktail…
 
No cover!

Fourth Annual International Vulture Awareness Day 9/1/12

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Fourth Annual International Vulture Awareness Day
Asian-White-Backed-VultureSeptember 1, 2012, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Zoo Miami
12400 SW 152 Street
Miami, FL 33177
www.zoomiami.org

Why do vultures connote such negative thoughts in people?  Could it be we are not too familiar with them? Did you know that of the 23 vulture species in the world, 11 are in “threatened” status? Are you aware Zoo Miami is the only accredited institution in the United States to have an Asian white-backed vulture (named Peanut)?  Well, here is a fun opportunity to learn about these birds’ plight and perhaps even change your mind about them!
 
Saturday, September 1, 2012, marks the Fourth Annual International Vulture Awareness Day and Zoo Miami, along with other zoos and conservation organizations such as the South Florida Chapter of the American Association of Zookeepers (AAZK), will celebrate it with a variety of fun vulture-themed activities and educational displays to engage the entire family.
 
The festivities will take place 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.  Tables will be located next to the condor and the nilgai exhibits, where the cinereous vultures are housed.
 
So come on out, talk to one of our AAZK members or volunteers and learn about these unfairly maligned birds!

10th Anniversary Starlight Greater Golf Open 10/19/12

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10th Anniversary Starlight Greater Golf Open
Twitter-Logo10-19-2012 , 11:00 a.m.
Polo Club of Boca Raton
5400 Champion Blvd.
Boca Raton, Florida
www.starlight.org/florida
 
Presented by C Davis Electric and Five Star Claims Adjusting, Starlight Children’s Foundation is thrilled to announce the celebration of its 10th Annual Starlight Greater Golf Tournament; a milestone anniversary being held on Friday, October 19, 2012 at the Polo Club of Boca Raton. Revered as the most premiere private golf club in South Florida, the Polo Club of Boca Raton will highlight Starlight’s stellar golf tournament on meticulously manicured grounds boasting two premier championship Golf Courses.
 
For the past ten years, Starlight’s golf tournament has been a well-awaited annual event featuring lunch, dinner, awards, raffles, live auction and much more. This year, the tournament will give our golfers an opportunity to play on an exclusively private course with all proceeds from the event supporting a wide array of programs to seriously ill children and their families in South Florida.

Entry fees are $250 for a single golfer or $1000 for a corporate foursome, which includes green fees, cart fees, gift bag, lunch, buffet dinner, and a tee sign.

Labor of Love A Haute Hippie Party 9/2/12

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Labor of Love- A Haute Hippie Party
labor of loveSunday | September 2nd, 9pm
Spazio Nero
1421 South Miami Ave
Miami 33130
www.spazionero.com

1960’s Flower Power Inspired Party is coming your way
Sunday| September 2nd at Spazio Nero- Club di Brickell

With Sets by DJ Geeh & Stefano Ravasini
Come dressed in your haute hippie attire and dance to all time classics mixed Spazio Nero style.

Be on the lookout- you may just see a yellow submarine & hippie love bus. ( Brownie points if you post it on Instagram)

For table reservations please call our VIP Manager Juan Manuel at 786.350.6500

Follow us on twitter.com/spazionero
Like us on facebook.com/spazionero
Instagram #spazionero

Naughty Nautical- A Salute to Labor Day 9/1/12

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Naughty Nautical- A Salute to Labor Day
naughtynauticalSaturday | September 1st
Spazio Nero
1421 South Miami Ave
Miami 33130
www.spazionero.com

It’ll be a touch of naughty for those who play nice. The nights festivities include provocative sailors & of course DJ Stefano Ravasini & DJ Geeh on the turn tables.

For table reservations please call our VIP Manager Juan Manuel at 786.350.6500

Follow us on twitter.com/spazionero
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American Beauty A Special Labor Day Weekend Event 8/31/12

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American Beauty- A Special Labor Day Weekend Event
americanbeautyFriday | August 31
Spazio Nero- Club di Brickell
1421 South Miami Ave
Miami 33130
www.spazionero.com

It’s a star spangled weekend at Spazio Nero- Club di Brickell as Kid Nemesis & Stefano Ravasini Present American Beauty.

You think you know Friday’s at Spazio Nero? Guess Again.

For table reservations please call our VIP Manager Juan Manuel at 786.350.6500

Follow us on twitter.com/spazionero
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Bombshells Away Labor Day Kickoff Feat Louis Dee and Diego Harispe 8/30/10

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Bombshells Away! Labor Day Kickoff- Feat Louis Dee & Diego Harispe
bombshells awayThursday | August 30th at 9pm
Terrace of Segafredo Brickell
1421 South Miami Ave
Miami 33130| www.spazionero.com

Kickoff your Labor Day Weekend the right way. On decks we’re bringing you Louis Dee and back from his European tour is our Resident DJ Diego Harispe.

Come dance the night away with our saucy pin up models, an electrified sensual Burlesque show and midnight Champagne toast, all with a playful vintage 1950s flair.

Don’t miss out!

For table reservations please call our VIP Manager Juan Manuel at 786.350.6500

Follow us on twitter.com/spazionero
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Spectacular All for a Cause Multicultural Festival 9/8/12

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Spectacular All for a Cause Multicultural Festival
Saturday, September 8, 2012 / 11 AM – 11 PM
Miami-Dade County Tamiami Park
109th Avenue SW 24th Street
Miami
FREE Admission and Parking
http://allforacauseinternationalartfestival.com/

Spectacular All for a Cause Multicultural Festival of Art, Music, Purebred Horses and Foods
A Day of Fun and Joy for Natives, Immigrants and Exiles!

All South Florida is readying for the great All for a Cause Multicultural Festival where art, international cuisine, culture and music will bring together natives, immigrants, and exiles in a great international celebration of the 400th anniversary of the discovery of the image of Cuba’s patroness, the Virgin of Charity.
 
Admission and parking are FREE at the All for a Cause Multicultural Festival on Saturday, September 8th, 2012, at Miami-Dade Tamiami Park, 109th Avenue SW 24th Street, Miami. The consulates of Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, Ecuador, Panama, Dominican Republic, Colombia, Honduras, Costa Rica, Bolivia and many others will be there for an unforgettable day of celebration and brotherhood that will break several Guinness World Records and will be filled with activities for the whole family and all ages.
 
Enjoy delicious foods from many countries, music, dancing, raffles, games and a rumba from beginning to end. With the motto of Unity, Peace and Freedom, festival attendees will get to see Capuchino, the purebred horse of the Millennium and the Festival’s exclusive star, a “first” in the United States. Alongside Festival Sponsors and Purebreed Horse experts, Zarela Oxon and Tony Rodriguez.
 
You get all this and FREE admission and parking.
 
Check out the Festival’s many activities: 
<> All your favorite Hispanic foods and delicious dishes.
<> An All-Star cast of dancers, art of the Americas and beautiful Paso Fino horses.
<> Guinness World Record Breaking event for the world’s biggest sandwich.
<> Music and popular singers from the Americas.
<> Presentations by Miami-Dade Cities and local consulates from Central and South America recognizing renowned South Florida figures and supporting the Dream Act
<> The Mantle of the Our Lady of Charity, painted in tyrant Castro’s dungeons and taken to the Vatican where it was blessed by Pope John Paul II.
<> The Miami-Dade State Attorney’s bus to take fingerprints and issue identity cards to young children.
<> Capuchino, the purebred horse of the Millennium, for the first time in the United States, from beautiful Colombia.

All for a Cause Festival admission and parking are FREE! 
 
Enjoy an All-Star cast of Hispanic-American artists, singers, and performers.
 
A Children’s Area that includes ponies, clowns, bounce house, magic shows, prizes, and many more fun things.
 
The venerated Blesssed Mantle will be on exhibit with paintings of Alejandro Fuerte García, along with many other surprises, celebrities and special guests.

Sábado, 8 de septiembre de 2012 / 11 AM – 11 PM
Miami-Dade County Tamiami Park
Avenida 109 y Calle 24 del SW, Miami
Entrada y estacionamiento ¡Gratis!
 
http://allforacauseinternationalartfestival.com/

Todo el sur de la Florida se prepara para el grandioso festival multicultural ¡Todo para una causa! donde el arte, la gastronomía, la cultura y la música unirán a inmigrantes, desterrados y exiliados en grandiosa celebración internacional por el 400 aniversario del hallazgo de la imagen de la santa patrona de Cuba, la Virgen de la Caridad.
 
El Festival ¡Todo para una causa!, de entrada y estacionamiento gratis, se celebrará el sábado, 8 de septiembre de 2012, en el conocido parque Tamiami de Miami-Dade, en la avenida 109 y calle 24 del SW, Miami. Estarán los consulados Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, Ecuador, Panamá, República Dominicana, Colombia, Honduras, Costa Rica, Bolivia y muchos otros para un día inolvidable de fiesta y hermandad en el que se romperán varios Records Mundiales Guinness y habrá diversión para toda la familia y todas las edades.
 
Disfrute de las comidas típicas de nuestros países, de música, bailes, rifas, juegos y una rumba de comienzo a final. Bajo el lema de “Unidad, Paz y Libertad”, los asistentes verán, por primera vez en Estados Unidos, a Capuchino, el caballo del milenio y estrella exclusiva del evento. Junto a Zarela Oxón y Tony Rodríguez, padrinos del festival y especialistas en pasaderas caballistas.
 
Todo para usted SIN COSTO de entrada y estacionamiento.
 
Aquí están las muchas actividades programadas:
<> Todas sus comidas favoritas y deliciosos platos típicos de la hispanidad.
<> Elenco estelar con bailes, arte de las Américas y hermosos caballos Paso Fino. 
<> Rompimiento del record mundial Guinness para el sándwich mas grande del mundo.
<> Música y cantantes populares de las Américas.
<> Presentaciones de las Municipalidades de Miami-Dade y consulados de Centro y Sur América en reconocimiento de reconocidas figuras del sur de la Florida y en apoyo al Dream Act.
<> El manto Bendecido de la Virgen de la Caridad, pintado en las mazmorras del tirano Castro y trasladado al Vaticano donde lo bendijo el papa Juan Pablo II.
<> El bus de la Fiscalía Estatal de Miami-Dade para tomar huellas y emitir carnet de identidad a niños menores.
<> Capuchino, el caballo del milenio, por vez primera en Estados Unidos, desde la bella Colombia.

Tön Vangaяd Celebrates Grand Opening Cocktail Reception and Art Installation 9/13/12

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Tön Vangaяd Celebrates Grand Opening Cocktail Reception and Art Installation
tonvangardThursday, Sept. 13, 2012, 6 – 9 p.m.
Tön Vangard
4242 N. Federal Highway 
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
 
RSVP:              TonVangard@taraink.com

Tön Vangard is celebrating the Grand Opening of its Fort Lauderdale location, a stylish new venue that will offer clients high-end hair styling, body esthetic, artistic ink and a beverage bar all under one roof, on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2012, from 6 to 9 p.m.
 
                        The ultra-modern, 2,000-square-foot space will be comprised of a relaxing café and an area where hair and body services will be performed including private body inking, facial spa services and Xtreme Lashes® extensions by advanced certified technicians.
                       
                        Guests will enjoy a sneak peek at the salon’s classic 70s-inspired atmosphere, while indulging in light bites, Sweet & Tipsy cupcakes with a kick and 42 BELOW Vodka-infused cocktails.
 
                        The evening will also include an art exposition featuring Vitaly Rusakov, an artist from the Montresso Foundation of Marrakech, Morocco. The "Marilyn Monroe / JFK / Ché Guevara" collection, which combines political satire with the Pop Art movement by merging East and West into a coherent street-art based set of imagery will be available for purchase.

Tön Vangard is a high-end salon, incorporating [Hair] [Ink] [Body] and [Drink] in a format that offers the most talented stylists, spa estheticians and body artists under one roof. The Tön Vangard goal is to create an edgy, alternative atmosphere with an exceptional collection of art and profoundly modern interior spaces that allow the client to feel like a rock star or celebrity. The menu of services starts at $20. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. For additional information, please visit http://www.tonvangard.com.

Short Film Screening Free 8/29/12

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Short Film Screening- FREE
O-Cinema_Screening_Flyer08/29/12, 7pm
O-Cinema
90 Northwest 29th Street
Miami, FL 33127
(305) 571-9970
http://www.facebook.com/events/146467055493142/
 
Miami is full of amazing talent that are churning out fun films.  Join us for this special evening as four young filmmakers from the Magic City share there latest offering with us!  The evening is free and no RSVP is required, but come early to mix and mingle with your fellow film fans.  Screenings are at 7:20pm & 9pm.

Louie Vega 9/1/12

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Louie Vega
Web-BDB-Louie-Vega-9-1-12-Poster-388x6009/1/12, 10:00pm
Vagabond
30 NE 14th Street
http://thevagabondmiami.com
 
Saturdays At The Vagabond
Presents
Dance Ritual

Featuring
Louie Vega

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

Hosted By
Back Door Bamby

Resident DJs
Brad Strickland . Ray Milian . Ryan Evans .
Carmel Ophir. Wasabi . A-Train

Featuring
Live And In The Flesh…
Bamby’s Notorious Sex Kittens & Naughty Misfits
In The Garden: The Smoke-Out BBQ
Complimentary Absolute Vodka Cocktails 10-11
$5 Sam Adams Seasonal Draft Pints 10–12

Veterans Day Parade 11/11/12

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Veterans Day Parade
nov11_parade_flyer_radeventproductionNovember 11, 2012, 2pm -5pm
Centennial Fountain
Centennial Square 
401 Clematis St,
West Palm Beach, FL, 33416

The Centennial Fountain, located in Centennial Square at the south end of Clematis Street in Downtown West Palm Beach, can accommodate up to 100 people. This plaza includes benches, tables and chairs, as well as an interactive fountain that is a popular site for children’s play. Street -side parking…
 
http://www.facebook.com/radeventproduction
 
The Annual Palm Beach County Veterans Parade celebrates and honors the valiant courageous service and sacrifice of the brave men and women veterans and their families have given to America. Veterans Parade line up starts at 12:30PM at Clematis and Sapodilla Streets at the west end of Downtown West Palm Beach. For more information please contact Event Planner (Rhonda Davis 954-687-3074 / email: info@radeventproduction.com)
 
Everyone Welcome!!

Marlow Rosado 4/13/13

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Marlow Rosado
Marlow4/13/2013, 8:00 p.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, FL  33156
www.pinecrestgardens.org
 
Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens presents two time Grammy nominated Marlow Rosado.  Marlow is a salsero at heart but has successfully written, played and produced hits in a variety of musical styles for some of the most renowned artists in Latin music.  He has played and worked with a diverse repertoire of artists including Celia Cruz, Selena, Larry Harlow and Marc Anothing, among others.  Tickets are $20 & $25, gates open at 6:30 p.m.  To purchase tickets in advance call 1-877-496-8499 or online at www.pinecrestgardens.org.

Ed Calle Big Band 3/16/13

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Ed Calle Big Band
Ed-Calle3/16/2013, 8:00 p.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, FL  33156
www.pinecrestgardens.org

Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens presents Latin Grammy nominated saxaphonist, Ed Calle.  Ed is known for his extraordinary ability to play bebop, Latin and contemporary jazz, and pop.  He has appeared on Grammy award winning albums by Frank Sinatra, Vicky Carr, Arturo Sandoval, and Jon Secada, as well as numerous television and motion picture soundtracks.  Ticket prices $20 & $25, gates open at 6:30 p.m.  To puchase tickets in advance call 1-877-496-8499 or online at www.pinecrestgardens.org.

Maria Rivas 1/26/13

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1/26/2013, 8:00 p.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, FL  33156
www.pinecrestgardens.org
 
Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens presents Maria Rivas.  One of Venezuela’s premier contemporary vocalist, Maria interprets her music in English, Spanish, Italian, and Portugese, and performs her own blend of traditiobnal jazz standards as well as music lyrics she has composed herself.  Her unique sound is an intoxicating combination of idigenous, Caribbean, European, and African strains, with just the right splash of Brazilian and Latin Jazz.  Ticket prices $20 & $25, gates open at 6:30 p.m.  To purchase tickets call 1-877-496-8499 or online at www.pinecrestgardens.org.

The Rodriguez Brothers 12/8/12

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The Rodriguez Brothers
12/8/2012, 8:00 p.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, FL 33156
www.pinecrestgardens.org

Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens presents The Rodriguez Brothers. Having just released their third album, Mood Swings, these masters of Afro-Cuban jazz tempered with traditional jazz elements continue to garner critical acclaim from both their recordings and live performances at many prestigious venues and festivals. Ticket prices are $20 & $25, gates open at 6:30 p.m. To purchase tickets call 1-877-496-8499 or online at www.pinecrestgardens.org.

Deering Estate Free Lecture Snake in the Grass An Everglades Invasion 9/13/12

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Free Lecture: “Snake in the Grass: An Everglades Invasion”
Thursday, September 13, 2012, 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 SW 72 Avenue
Miami, FL 33157
305-235-1668 ext. 233

Free and open to the public.
Visitor Center Auditorium

In partnership with the Archaeological Society of Southern Florida, the Deering Estate at Cutler presents a free lecture on the 2nd Thursday of each month. The next lecture is scheduled for Thursday, September 13th at 7:00 pm in the Visitor Center Auditorium at the Deering Estate at Cutler located at 16701 SW 72 Avenue. The lectures are free and open to the public.

Presenter: Larry Perez

Snake-eating alligators and alligator-eating snakes might seem like a science fiction story-line, but those battles are playing out in Everglades National Park, where the invasion of non-native pythons threatens to upend a rich and diverse ecosystem that includes the largest tract of wilderness east of the Rockies. Larry Perez skillfully explores this astonishing assault — the repercussions already tallied and those lying in wait — in a book that reads almost like fiction but which, sadly, is only too factual.

Larry Perez, a lifelong resident of Miami, is a graduate of Florida International University. He has been an interpreter and park ranger for Miami-Dade County Parks, and the National Park Service while achieving numerous professional awards. Larry is both a writer and producer, authoring Words on the Wilderness: A History of Place Names in South Florida National Parks, and Journal of Florida’s Watchable Wildlife: Reptiles and Amphibians.

Spam Allstars 11/10/12

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Spam Allstars
11/10/2012, 8:00 p.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, FL 33156
www.pinecrestgardens.org

Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens presents Latin Grammy nominated Spam Allstars. Spam Allstars is one of the pioneer bands of the new Miami-fusion sound, blending vintage funk, Latin groove, true jazz improvisation, soul, hip-hop, and electronica which they call “Electronic Descarga” not a known genre but certainly one that attracts all colors of the spectrum. Ticket prices are $20 & $25, gates open at 6:30 p.m. To purchase tickets call 1-877-496-8499 or online at www.pinecrestgardens.org.

South Florida Jazz Orchestra 10/27/12

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South Florida Jazz Orchestra
10/27/2012, 8:00 p.m.
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, FL 33156
www.pinecrestgardens.org

Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens presents South Florida Jazz Orchestra as the perform their Great American Songbook. South Florida Jazz Orchestra is a “world-class” sixteen piece Big Band that comprises some of the best jazz musicians in the South Eastern United States. Ticket prices are $20 & $25, gates open at 6:30 p.m. To purchase tickets please call 1-877-496-8499 or online at www.pinecrestgardens.org.

Forever R&B featuring Kelly Price, Carl Thomas, Dru Hill and Shirley Murdock 9/22/12

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Forever R&B featuring Kelly Price, Carl Thomas, Dru Hill & Shirley Murdock
Saturday September 22nd, at 7:00 PM
Bank United Center
1245 Dauer Drive
Coral Gables, FL 33146
More Info and Tickets

Tickets range from $35 to $65 http://tinyurl.com/9ey5d7o
Tickets are on sale at the BankUnited Center box office, Ticketmaster, and www.j6ent.com.

SoFlo Based J6 Entertainment Launches ‘Forever R&B’ Concert Series with Kelly Price, Carl Thomas, Dru Hill, and Shirley Murdock.

South Florida based J6 Entertainment taps into the valuable 25-54 demographic bringing to the stage rhythm and blues icon Shirley Murdock who in the late 80’s peaked on the R&B top ten with the hit ‘As We Lay’, followed by years of memorable chart toppers and an acclaimed acting and gospel line-up of respected work. Heart-throb vocalist Carl Thomas adds to the roster promising an impressive return for a bevy of fans anticipating a night of ‘Summer Rain’ and ‘So Emotional’ — hits that secured Thomas’ spot in R&B history. Headlining the show is 4 time Grammy nominee Kelly Price, who since 1992 has graced the airwaves with beautiful songs full of amazing lyrics sealed in the memories of music lovers domestic and abroad.

Undoubtedly the most intriguing highlight of the show is the re-emergence of New Jack Swing super group Dru Hill featuring lead singer, Sisqo, who took a break from the group to deliver the solo hit ‘Thong Song’, only to return 8 years later uniting the group once again, much to the delight of R&B fans.

These iconic artists kick-off the ‘Forever R&B’ Series of specialized adult contemporary rhythm and blues concerts across the U.S., with the first installment on Saturday September 22nd at BankUnited Center on the University of Miami campus in Coral Gables.

“J6 has built its reputation on promoting quality targeted events rendering effective results. Forever R&B was designed with a specific South Florida demographic in mind…adults who still love and appreciate real rhythm and blues” commented Devaris Laster, CEO of J6 Entertainment.

Girls’ Club presents Re-Framing the Feminine Catalog Launch and Panel Discussion 9/15/12

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Girls’ Club presents Re-Framing the Feminine Catalog Launch and Panel Discussion
Saturday, September 15, 2012, 6-9 pm
Girls’ Club
117 NE 2nd Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

The public is invited to celebrate the publication of Re-Framing the Feminine, a catalog that accompanies the exhibition. A panel discussion will examine feminine perspectives in photography.

In conjunction with Re-Framing the Feminine, an exhibition of contemporary photography by women, Girls’ Club is pleased to announce the publication of the exhibition catalog of the same name.

The public is cordially invited to attend the book launch event and panel discussion before the exhibition closes permanently September 30, 2012.
The panel, moderated by artist and Girls’ Club Creative Director Michelle Weinberg, will provide an informal, open forum for discussion about the works in the exhibition and the role of female artists using the mediums of photography and digital imaging. What is quintessentially feminine about the way women make photographs? The panel participants include Dina Mitrani, whose gallery in Miami’s Wynwood district shows photography by international artists. Artist/educator Peggy Levison Nolan will share her approaches and ideas in pursuit of passionate, human imagery as a photographer whose connection to the camera brims with vitality. Miami graphic design team Lemon Yellow, composed of Erika Morales and Julian Martin will share their experience extending the experience of the exhibition into the form of a published catalog, and the importance of the photographic image in contemporary graphic design. Photography-based artist and art historian Amalia Caputo will weigh in on the female state of photography today.

The catalog itself features full color photos of works in the exhibition. Catalog texts include essays by art historian and photography critic Vicki Goldberg, a curator’s statement by Dina Mitrani, and a poem by local writer Emma Trelles. The catalog is 106 pages and is available for $35 on the Girls’ Club web site shop page – www.girlsclubcollection.org/store.

The Re-Framining the Feminine exhibition and catalog were made possible with funds from Funding Arts Broward, the Elizabeth Firestone Graham Foundation and private donors.

Opening Friday, November 2, 2012 is Following the Line, a look at contemporary drawing and print works on paper. More than 40 works from the collection of Francie Bishop Good and David Horvitz will be on view. Curated by Carol Jazzar,

Founded in 2006 by artist Francie Bishop Good and her husband David Horvitz, Girls’ Club is a 501(c)3 foundation and alternative space, the only private collection in the world dedicated to exhibiting contemporary art by women. Cutting edge works in painting, drawing, photography and video are presented in curated, thematic exhibitions which also include works loaned from other collectors, and from galleries and artists. Artists represented in the Good/Horvitz collection are a diverse body of women – and some men – representing many ethnicities and nationalities. Girls’ Club’s facility is a dynamic, multi-functional building created by award-winning designer Margi Nothard of Glavovic Studio in Fort Lauderdale.

Girls’ Club’s mission is to educate the public, nurture the careers of female artists, and to serve as a resource for art students and scholars, curators, and practicing artists. A special commitment is made to expose the work of local artists to a broader national and international audience. Web projects by artists, interviews and texts by writers and a blog extends the presence of Girls’ Club onto the worldwide web.

Girls’ Club is also committed to changing the lives of individuals in Broward County, and our programming reflects the special needs of women and girls. Girls’ Club partners with Young at Art Museum and the Pace Center for Girls, to provide specialized workshops in digital imaging and multi-media.

Re-Framing the Feminine, contemporary photography from the collection of Francie Bishop Good and David Horvitz, curated by Miami gallerist Dina Mitrani, will close permanently September 29, 2012.

The Downtown Miami and Brickell Chamber of Commerce Business Card Exchange 8/28/12

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The Downtown Miami & Brickell Chamber of Commerce invite you to their monthly Business Card Exchange
Tuesday, August 28th, 2012, 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm
KOKORICO Natural Rotisserie
1111 SW 1St Ave
Miami FL 33130
RSVP@fabulousmiami.com by August 27th, 2012

Hosted by: Fabulous Miami

Cost: $10 in advance $15 at the door.
Dress Code: Business attire
Valet Parking: $6

INCLUDES: 1 Complimentary drink, Courtesy of Papi Wine or a drink of Status Vodka.