Deepak Chopra Book Launch “Living in the Light” 1/24/23

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Deepak Chopra Book Launch “Living in the Light”
Tuesday, 01/24/2023-01/24/2023, 06:00 pm-09:30 pm
Barry University
11300 Northeast 2nd Avenue,
Miami Shores, Florida, 33161
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Cost: Platinum (6pm -9:30pm): USD 128.93, Gold (7:30pm – 9:30pm): USD 81.20, Silver (7:30pm – 9:30pm): USD 49.37

Unity on the Bay is delighted to welcome back New York Times bestselling author, Deepak Chopra, for the launch of his newest book “Living in the Light”. Unity on the Bay will be hosting him at Barry University in Miami, FL for an event (and private reception beforehand for Platinum Ticket holders and Sponsors) on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. Be sure not to miss this extra special event and transformative discussion. Everyone who attends gets a free hardcopy of his new book!

Artist / Speaker: Deepak Chopra

YMCA of South Florida & Infinite Scholars Free Scholarship Fair 1/23/23

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YMCA of South Florida & Infinite Scholars Free Scholarship Fair
Monday, 01/23/2023-, 09:00 am-07:00 pm
L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center
1409 NW Sistrunk Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33311
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Cost: Free

More than 40 colleges will be represented and many will be prepared to offer acceptances and scholarships to qualified students who attend the YMCA of South Florida and Infinite Scholars Scholarship Fair:

Date:
Monday, January 23

Time:
9 to 11:30 a.m.
Noon to 2 p.m.
4 to 7 p.m.

Location:
L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center
1409 NW Sistrunk Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale

Students must bring multiple copies of ACT/SAT scores, unofficial transcript, resume and personal statement of “Why I want to attend college.” Students can register at https://bit.ly/3HlmRiv.

For more information, contact YMCA Family Services Program Director Sharon Hughes at shughes@ymcasouthflorida.org or 954.467.2444, ext. 1717 or Infinite Scholarship Board Member Dr. Laura Dorsey at 407.719.0225.

Infinite Scholars has facilitated $2 million in scholarships and financial aid.

Coconut Grove Arts Festival 2/18/23

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Coconut Grove Arts Festival
Saturday, 02/18/2023-02/20/2023, 10:00 am-06:00 pm
Coconut Grove
2700 S. Bayshore Drive,
Coconut Grove, Florida, 33133
Website
Cost: $20

As one of the top five outdoor festivals in the nation, it’s no wonder that The Coconut Grove Arts Festival (CGAF) keeps getting better with each passing year. For the 59th installment, the board has selected the theme of a different kind of hue to highlight 285 vendor artists, the impact this festival has had on patrons and artists alike, as well as the addition of two new cooperative efforts that will put emerging artists and young collectors on the right path. Tickets are currently on sale at www.cgaf.com and run between $20 – $249. Special offers on tickets are periodically posted via Instagram @coconutgroveartsfestival.

Heroes In My House Sensory Inclusive Performance 2/4/23

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Heroes In My House Sensory Inclusive Performance
Saturday, 02/04/2023-, 12:00 pm-01:00 pm
Sandrell Rivers Theater
6103 NW 7th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33127
Website
Cost: $5

Heroes in My House: A Magical Journey Through Black History follows a young Black student who’s just been assigned to make a presentation about an important figure from Black History. The only problem? The history book has way too many choices! He makes his way to Grandma’s kitchen for her words of wisdom. That’s where things go a little unexpected. Turns out Grandma’s kitchen is MAGICAL and before he knows it, the titans of Black History have sprung from the pages of his book and are there with him … in the house!
This is a Live, Sensory Friendly Inclusive at the Sandrell Rivers Theater! Sensory inclusive performances are designed to create a performing arts experience that is welcoming to all families with children with autism or with other disabilities that create sensory sensitivities.This is a Live Sensory Friendly Performance at the Sandrell Rivers Theater. Sensory-friendly performances are designed to create a performing arts experience that is welcoming to all families with children with autism or with other disabilities that create sensory sensitivities.
FTF FOR ALL! Fantasy Theatre Factory is committed to making the arts accessible to the entire community! If the cost of the ticket presents an obstacle for your family to attend, please call our box office, and we will be happy to reserve up to four (4) free tickets for your party.

When: Sat Feb 4 @ 12 PM

Where: Sandrell Rivers Theater

Tickets: $5
Link: https://tickets.ftfshows.com/TheatreManager/1/tmEvent/tmEvent891.html

COVID-19 Protocol & Practices: Read our guidelines: https://www.sandrellriverstheater.com/reopening
ADA Accommodations: It is our policy to comply with all of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request materials in accessible format, and/or any accommodation to attend any Fantasy Theatre Factory event, please contact Evelyn Sullivan, 305-284-8800, evelyn@ftfshows.com, at least five (5) days in advance to initiate your request, TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service).
Donations are welcome! https://web.ovationtix.com/trs/store/1341/alldonations/24029/dept/1651
For more information contact the Box Office at 305-284-8872 or boxoffice@ftfshows.com
ALL TICKET PURCHASES ARE FINAL. REFUNDS AND EXCHANGES ARE NOT AVAILABLE

Inaugural ArtServe Impact Awards Honor Those Who Made a Difference in the Arts in 2022 3/16/23

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Inaugural ArtServe Impact Awards Honor Those Who Made a Difference in the Arts in 2022
Thursday, 03/16/2023-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
ArtServe
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: $100

ArtServe will host the inaugural “Impact Awards” from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, March 16, 2023 to honor the most transformative and influential arts supporters in media, the community, business and philanthropy, as well as recognize its own most memorable artists.

Guests will enjoy a celebratory reception and silent auction at ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale.

“In South Florida’s creative industries, ArtServe provides all types of artists with the opportunity to make an impact. Whether you’re an artist who’s learning how to parlay your talent into a thriving business, a donor who sees extraordinary talent in that next great artist or a community member who brings it all together, we make it happen,” ArtServe Executive Director Jason Hughes explained. “We are thrilled to recognize these extraordinary partners, advocates, donors and artists, all of whom have impacted both ArtServe and our community in so many diverse ways.”

The award-winning arts incubator’s Impact Award recipients of 2022 are:

Media Advocate: Dr. Steven Evans, Owner/Publisher of OutClique Magazine

Dr Steven Evans and his monthly magazine, OutClique, bring together people and their stories impacting South Florida LGBTQ+ communities. His support and dedication to local non-profits like ArtServe has also been an important, influential and impactful factor in their success.

Business Partner: Holy Cross Health

Since 2018, Holy Cross Health has partnered with ArtServe to feature exhibitions by South Florida female artists at The Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center at Holy Cross HealthPlex, a comprehensive, spa-like healthcare center designed for women by women and staffed by physicians in the Holy Cross Medical Group. Holy Cross recognizes that art is an invaluable, therapeutic tool to facilitate healing from illness, pain, loss or other emotional struggles and appreciates ArtServe’s support of local artists and connection with the community through art in unexpected places.

Community Partner: Funding Arts Broward

Celebrating its 20th year, Funding Arts Broward shares ArtServe’s commitment to supporting the needs of the local arts community and the belief that art and culture has the power to transform lives, transcend our differences, and bring us together in celebration of the human spirit. Funding Arts Broward support has been a major factor in helping ArtServe to fulfill its mission.

Philanthropist: Marc Martorana

As a significant supporter of local charities, Marc Martorana, along with his husband, Don, regularly host fundraising events at their home and other venues. They’ve been giving back to the community for over a decade. Over the past year alone, they’ve hosted events for Sunserve, Equality Florida, Plays of Wilton and more.

Educator: Yvonne Pubien, Owner of Nailed It! DIY Studio

Retired Lauderhill police officer Yvonne Pubien has partnered with ArtServe to bring her expertise to a collaborative project with the Small Business Development Center at Florida Atlantic University. She also created a curriculum at her arts and crafts studio, Nailed It! DIY, where she taught a small business workshop for low-income residents of Broward County.

Artist: Dan Perez, Photographer

Dan Perez is a multiple award-winning documentary filmmaker, photographer and traveler specializing in documentaries, photojournalism, and event and travel photography.
His photographs have been named as official selections in several international photography exhibitions, as well as featured in New York Magazine. One of the five winners of the Flickr 2018 “Your Best Shot” photography competition, he also was named as a finalist in the 2019 Travel Photographer of the Year Awards.

Tickets to the ArtServe Impact Awards are $100 or four tickets for $300. To purchase tickets, click here.

For event sponsorship, contact Jason Hughes at jasonh@artserve.org.

ArtServe inspires, supports and advances its diverse members, artists and community by promoting artistic development, education and prosperity through the exploration and presentation of the visual and performing arts.

For more information about ArtServe, visit www.artserve.org. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday.

About ArtServe

Named a “2020 Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits, Fort Lauderdale-based ArtServe is an award-winning arts incubator that is advancing the arts for social good as a creative laboratory and hub for experimental artists committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Now in its 35th year, ArtServe has won several awards for innovation in the arts and is supported in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and Florida’s Department of State and the Division of Cultural Affairs. Each year, ArtServe programs contribute tangibly to the region’s economy, helping 2,000+ artists sell their work, build businesses and engage the community. To do that, ArtServe secures financial support through donations, sponsorships and memberships.

Chakra Journey 1/17/23

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Chakra Journey
Tuesday, 01/17/2023-, 10:00 am-11:00 am
The Sagamore Hotel South Beach
1671 Collins Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: $15

A spiritual and sensory experience that involves feeling the energy flowing through your body and connecting with your true essence. You will feel life itself flowing through your veins through an explosion of color, sound, vibration and movement. Tickets $15

Public Art Tour in the Miami Design District 1/14/23

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Public Art Tour in the Miami Design District
Saturday, 01/14/2023-, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Palm Court Miami Design District
140 NE 39th St.,
Miami, Florida, 33137
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

Join us for a walking tour of the Miami Design District, as we explore the history of the art and architecture that characterize the neighborhood. We will visit outdoor installations and murals including Buckminster Fuller Fly’s Eye Dome, Criola’s Interdimensional Portal, Virgil Abloh’s Dollar a Gallon, Amani Lewis’ Baltimore’s Finest, and more.

Public Art Tour in the Miami Design District 1/28/23

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Public Art Tour in the Miami Design District
Saturday, 01/28/2023-, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Palm Court
140 NE 39th St.,
Miami, Florida, 33137
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Cost: Free

Join us for a walking tour of the Miami Design District, as we explore the history of the art and architecture that characterize the neighborhood. We will visit outdoor installations and murals including Buckminster Fuller’s Fly’s Eye Dome, Criola’s Interdimensional Portal, Virgil Abloh’s Dollar a Gallon, Amani Lewis’ Baltimore’s Finest, and more.

ABBACADABRA: The Ultimate ABBA Tribute 2/24/23

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ABBACADABRA: The Ultimate ABBA Tribute
Friday, 02/24/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $32-$42

ABBACADABRA: The Ultimate ABBA Tribute takes the stage on Friday, February 24 at 8 p.m. paying homage to the Swedish pop group. This must-see performance encapsulates the energy and charisma of ABBA, dazzling audiences with the band’s most iconic hits, including “Mamma Mia,” “S.O.S.” and “The Winner Takes All”.

Tickets are $32-$42 and VIP tables are $70 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

MADD Broward County to Host VIP Kick-Off Party for 12th Annual UKG Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K 1/25/23

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MADD Broward County to Host VIP Kick-Off Party for 12th Annual UKG Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K
Wednesday, 01/25/2023-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
BBX Capital
201 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 1900,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

MADD Broward County is kicking off the 12th Annual UKG 2023 Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K with an uplifting and meaningful event at BBX Capital in Fort Lauderdale. Guests will enjoy light bites, mocktails, a unique opportunity to win exclusive prizes such as a Jason Taylor autographed football and jewelry from Daoud’s Fine Jewelry. Money raised stays in this community to save lives and support victims of drunk driving.

Special guests include Walk Like MADD Fort Lauderdale Founder and Chairperson Heather Geronemus, Florida Highway Patrol Major Robert Chandler, and other local dignitaries.

The 12th Annual UKG 2023 Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K will take place on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at SE 1st Avenue and Las Olas Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale. More than 3,000 walkers and runners are expected to attend the event. Since it was established in 2011, this event has raised more than $3.5 million that stays in the South Florida community to save lives and support victims of drunk driving, making it the most successful grassroots fundraiser in the history of Mothers Against Drunk Driving.

For more information about the 12th Annual UKG 2023 Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K visit www.walklikemadd.org/fortlauderdale.

When:
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2023, 6–8 p.m.

Where:
BBX Capital
201 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 1900
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Parking will be validated for those that use the garage at 201 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301.

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

Cost:
Free.

How:
To RSVP for the VIP Kick-Off Party, email Rachel.Stephens@madd.org.

ABOUT MADD
Founded by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) is the nation’s largest nonprofit working to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking. MADD also supports drunk and drugged driving victims and survivors at no charge, serving one person every nine minutes through local MADD victim advocates and at 1-877-MADD-HELP. In South Florida, the chapter’s annual Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K has raised more than $3.5 million since 2011. MADD’s Broward and Palm Beach chapters facilitate hundreds of free events each year to educate youth and parents on the dangers and consequences of impaired driving. Learn more at www.madd.org or by calling 1-877-ASK-MADD.

Join Whiskey Neat for Whiskey Wednesdays, Half-Off the Whiskey Wall! 1/11/23

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Join Whiskey Neat for Whiskey Wednesdays, Half-Off the Whiskey Wall!
Wednesday, 01/11/2023-, 05:00 pm-09:00 pm
Whiskey Neat
1035 SE 17th St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
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Kick off 2023 right by joining Fort Lauderdale’s Whiskey Neat for Whiskey Wedesdays! Enjoy half-off the whiskey wall each Wednesday until 9 p.m.

The urban cocktail lounge features one of the largest selections of whiskeys in South Florida. With over 230 rare whiskeys, unique hand-crafted cocktails and a selection of 16 wines served in an enomatic dispenser system, Whiskey Neat provides a one-of-a-kind drinking experience.

Pair the half-off whiskey deal with bites from next door at Quarterdeck Seafood Bar & Neighborhood Grill. Order in and enjoy custom-blend burgers, fish tacos or sushi rolls straight from Whiskey Neat’s classy yet comfortable interior. For guests who prefer to unwind outside, the garage doors open to a shaded verdant outdoor patio.

Don’t miss out on spending a sociable night relaxing with friends and listening to live musical guests while admiring the 17-foot illuminated bar wall.

Hutong Dark Brunch 1/19/23

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Hutong Dark Brunch
Thursday, 01/19/2023-, 07:00 pm-11:00 pm
Hutong Miami
600 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33131
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Cost:

Contemporary Northern Chinese restaurant and bar, Hutong is hosting Dark Brunch on January 19th from 7 PM until late. Guests can enjoy unique dishes and carefully crafted cocktails starting at $98 per person for 2-hours of free-flow, and upgraded tickets including tickets $120 per person with a bottle of Santa Margherita Sparkling Rose or $155 per person including a bottle of Taittinger Champagne.

Annual Stanley and Pearl Goodman Latin American Art Lecture 1/17/23

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Annual Stanley and Pearl Goodman Latin American Art Lecture
Tuesday, 01/17/2023-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
1 E Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free for members; $15 for non-members

“The Latin American Art Market from 1970 to Today” presented by Axel Stein.

Get an insider’s look at the origins and phenomenal growth of the Latin American art market from one of its key authorities. With a career spanning over 40 years that includes his experience at Museo de Bellas Artes and Fundacion Mendoza, both in Caracas, Venezuela, and 28 years at Sotheby’s where he was Director of the Latin American Art Department, Stein has played an essential role in the development of the field of Latin American. In 2018 he established the art advisory Axel Stein Fine Arts, which helps clients to catalogue and value their collections and advises them about upcoming opportunities in all fields of 20th century arts with a special attention to Latin American Modern Art.
This annual series is named for Fort Lauderdale collectors Dr. Stanley and Pearl Goodman whose distinguished Latin American art collection is a promised gift to NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale.

RSVP required

Dim Sum Brunch Return and Chinese New Year at Hakkasan 1/22/23

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Dim Sum Brunch Return and Chinese New Year at Hakkasan
Sunday, 01/22/2023-, 12:00 pm-03:00 pm
The Fontainebleau Hotel
4441 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
Website
Cost:

Every Sunday from 12-3PM, Hakkasan will be offering Dim Sum brunch featuring over a dozen of different dim sum combinations to choose from including Pan Fried Foie Gras Shanghai Dumplings, Scallops Shui Mai, Black Rice Vegetable Dumplings and more. Later that night, kick off Chinese New Year properly with a special menu starting at $158 per person. Taste Hakkasan’s iconic dishes such as the Happiness Dim Sum Trio, Stir-fried Wagyu Beef and Cherrywood Smoked Roasted Duck.

Queen Nation at The Casino @ Dania Beach 2/23/23

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Queen Nation at The Casino @ Dania Beach
Thursday, 02/23/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $30-$35

Queen Nation, a tribute to the music of Queen, will perform fan-favorites by the legendary rock band on Thursday, February 23 at 8 p.m. This amazingly accurate tribute show is a nostalgic throwback to a ‘70s and ‘80s Queen concert, headlined by a lead singer who recreates Freddie Mercury’s signature vocals and moves.

Tickets are $30-$35 and VIP tables are $70 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

Las Chicas De La Culpa (The Girls of Guilt) Comedy 2/19/23

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Las Chicas De La Culpa (The Girls of Guilt) Comedy
Sunday, 02/19/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $40-$55

Laugh until you drop with Las Chicas De La Culpa (The Girls of Guilt). The Argentinian female troupe, led by comedians Connie Ballarini, Fernanda Metilli, Natalia Carulias, and Malena Guinzburg, bring their successful Spanish-language comedy show to Latin audiences in America and hit Stage 954 on Sunday, February 19 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $40-$55 and VIP tables are $65 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

Ballet Flow Pop Up 1/11/23

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Ballet Flow Pop Up
Wednesday, 01/11/2023-, 07:00 pm-
The Sagamore Hotel South Beach
1671 Collins Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: $25

Low-impact, sculpting workouts that will lift, tone, align and burn from head to pointed toes. Expect to sweat with the fusion of chill house music. Added benefits of working on your posture, breathing, flexibility, and most importantly your mindset.

Classic Albums Live Performs the Eagle’s “Greatest Hits” 2/18/23

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Classic Albums Live Performs the Eagle’s “Greatest Hits”
Saturday, 02/18/2023-, 08:00 pm-
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $35-$40

Classic Albums Live Performs the Eagle’s “Greatest Hits” on Saturday, February 18 at 8 p.m. playing timeless hits such as “Take it Easy”, “Desperado” and “Best of My Love. Tickets are $35-$40 and VIP tables are $70 pp.

Classic Albums Live Performs the Eagle’s “Greatest Hits” 2/18/23

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Classic Albums Live Performs the Eagle’s “Greatest Hits”
Saturday, 02/18/2023-, 08:00 pm-
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: Tickets are $35-$40 and VIP tables are $70 pp.

Classic Albums Live Performs the Eagle’s “Greatest Hits” on Saturday, February 18 at 8 p.m. playing timeless hits such as “Take it Easy”, “Desperado” and “Best of My Love.

Tickets are $35-$40 and VIP tables are $70 pp.

Guardians of the Jukebox at The Casino @ Dania Beach 2/17/23

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Guardians of the Jukebox at The Casino @ Dania Beach
Friday, 02/17/2023-, 08:00 pm-
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: Tickets are $23-$28 and VIP tables are $65 pp.

Guardians of the Jukebox will perform iconic songs from the ‘80s on Friday, February 17 at 8 p.m. Packed with nostalgia from one of the most influential decades in music history, Guardians will perform smash hits with meshed with classic videos, movie clips and unforgettable television moments from everyone favorite decade the ‘80s. Tickets are $23-$28 and VIP tables are $65 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village 1/11/23

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Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village
Wednesday, 01/11/2023-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Gulfstream Park Village Center Stage
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: Free

Gulfstream Park’s Music in the Park, featuring the greatest collection of local homegrown performers, will continue through the winter with weekly duos performing outside on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at the Village Center Stage. All show times are from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Below is the full schedule of performers and their descriptions. Performances are subject to change; cancellations may occur due to inclement weather.

Wednesday, January 11 – FM Duo
Thursday, January 12 – Valerie Tyson Trio
Friday, January 13 – Ariel Rose
Saturday, January 14 – DJ David B.
Sunday, January 15 – Entourage Duo

FM Duo
High energy FM Duo has become synonymous with jaw-dropping entertainment and comes ready to perform with a party mindset. Get ready to dance!

Valerie Tyson Trio
The Valerie Tyson Trio creates magic every time they take the stage. Their repertoire includes today’s Top 40 hits, smooth jazz and soulful R&B classics, essential rock melodies, and even reggae and tropical favorites!

Ariel Rose
Miami-based singer/songwriter Ariel Rose became an award-winning artist at the age of 15 with her single, “My Perfect Day,” which won 1st place in the Pop Category in the Great American Song Contest. Her love for Latin multi-cultural sounds and her classically-trained background caught the attention of multi-Latin Grammy nominated Colombian producer, Juan Vicente Zambrano. Zambrano produced her first album, “Rhythms of Life,” which she recorded in English & Spanish. Ariel started developing her fanbase posting Spanish covers, being reposted by many Latin artists. Ariel Rose released a salsa version of Adele’s “Send My Love (To Your New Lover),” combining the rhythm & instrumentation of salsa with her strong melodic pop vocals to create a lively, fun & fresh new take on the song. Having performed around the country for various events & galas, her voice has captured the attention of thousands.

DJ David B
David has been creating unique experiences for children and families since 2001. He has done hundreds of private events for clients and created activations for companies such as Nickelodeon, The Gap, Coconut Grove Arts Festival and the Make A Wish Foundation. He also has won the award for “Best Kids DJ’ from the “best of” issue from Los Angeles Magazine.

Entourage Duo
With homegrown talent from The Magic City, these “Wynwood Kids” have energy to burn. Entourage takes the party to the next level with smash hits from the old school to the new.

For more information, visit:
https://www.gulfstreampark.com/event/entertainment/music-in-the-park

Nu Deco Ensemble ft Lawrence at the Miami Beach Bandshell 1/21/23

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Nu Deco Ensemble ft Lawrence at the Miami Beach Bandshell
Saturday, 01/21/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
Miami Beach Bandshell
7275 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33141
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Cost:

Nu Deco kicks off 2023 at the iconic Miami Beach Bandshell! This program will include the high-octane “Divertissement” by Jacques Ibert, a world premiere of an original work by our ensemble musicians, and a reimagination of Stevie Wonder’s Journey Through the Secret Life of Plants.  This show will also feature a special collaboration with rising superstars, the New York soul-pop group Lawrence.

Marvin Dixon’s 50 Shades of Comedy “The 30th Anniversary Edition” 2/11/23

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Marvin Dixon’s 50 Shades of Comedy “The 30th Anniversary Edition”
Saturday, 02/11/2023-, 08:00 pm-
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $35-$40

The hilarious Marvin Dixon’s 50 Shades of Comedy “The 30th Anniversary Edition” returns on the stage on Saturday, February 11 at 8 p.m. with nonstop laugh-out-loud comedy.

Tickets are $35-$40 and VIP tables are $75 pp. Must be 21+ to attend.

Let’s Hang On! Tribute Show 2/10/23

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Let’s Hang On! Tribute Show
Friday, 02/10/2023-, 08:00 pm-
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: Tickets are $30-$40 and VIP is $65 pp.

America’s #1 Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons Tribute Show, Let’s Hang On! will perform on Friday, February 10 at 8 p.m. Comprised of 10 seasoned entertainers who are dedicated to preserving the music and style of the iconic group, the band masterfully and harmoniously perform everyone’s favorite hits from the ‘60s.

Tickets are $30-$40 and VIP tables are $65 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

Jazz Fest Pompano Beach 1/20/23

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Jazz Fest Pompano Beach
Friday, 01/20/2023-01/21/2023, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
Great Lawn
Old Town,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33362
Website
Cost: Free

The 2023 Jazz Fest Pompano Beach will take place from January 20th to 21st, with over a dozen fabulous concerts – including a beach opening night concert and all-day and evening concerts at Old Town Pompano Beach. In addition to world renowned headliners on both the opening and final nights, the lineup features an eclectic and diverse cast of Grammy Award-winners, burgeoning jazz superstars and a slew of South Florida’s finest talent.

There’s something for everyone at the immersive “jazz takeover” of Pompano Beach in January. Festival experiences will include up-close-and-personal performances, artist conversations, multiple outdoor stages with seasoned and emerging artists, as well as drink, food and art vendors.

Note: VIP tickets SOLD OUT for David Sanborn and Spyro Gyra

Visit https://www.pompanobeacharts.org/events/jazz-fest-2023 for details. Please bring a chair or blanket.

The Friends of Jack & Jill Center to Host First Ever Winter Carnival 2/5/23

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The Friends of Jack & Jill Center to Host First Ever Winter Carnival
Sunday, 02/05/2023-, 12:00 pm-04:00 pm
Jack & Jill Center, Halmos Family Building
1315 W. Broward Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost:

The Friends of Jack & Jill Center will host its First Annual Winter Carnival on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023 at Jack & Jill Center’s Halmos Family Building. The community event will feature a fun-filled day of carnival rides, games, arts & crafts, signature carnival food, face painting, photo opportunities, a live DJ and much more. Activities will include a Dual Lane Inflatable Slide, Ballistic Swings, Rock Climbing, Bounce Houses, a Four-In-One Sports Center, Phantoms Revenge and more. The public event is open to all ages.

All proceeds will benefit Jack & Jill Center’s mission to strengthen children and families through innovative education, supportive programming, and community engagement. Since it was established in 1999, The Friends of Jack & Jill Center has raised over $5.25 million and volunteered countless hours to improve the lives of the Center’s children and families.

Jack & Jill Center supports children of high-need working families through quality early childhood education, elementary education and family strengthening programs to ensure every child and family has the tools they need to be successful. Jack & Jill Center has served 26,000 children and families in South Florida since 1942.

Event sponsorships ranging from $500–$12,000 are available at https://www.jackandjillcenter.org/event/wintercarnival-2/.

When:
Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023
12 – 4 p.m.

Where:
Jack & Jill Center, Halmos Family Building
1315 W. Broward Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312

Cost:
Individual tickets are available for $2 per person (children under two years of age are free), with additional registration options to support the children and families of Jack & Jill Center. Food tickets will be available for purchase at the event.

How:
To attend the event, tickets may be purchased at: https://www.jackandjillcenter.org/carnivaltickets/.
To become a sponsor, please visit https://www.jackandjillcenter.org/event/wintercarnival-2/ or contact Sydney Stelter, Marketing Manager, at: sstelter@jackandjillcenter.org, 610-937-1992, or 954-463-8772, ext. 255.

About Jack & Jill Center
Jack & Jill Center’s mission is to strengthen children and families through innovative education, supportive programming and community engagement. It achieves its mission by focusing on both the children and family units as a whole, so that the entire household, children and parents alike, are able to reach their full potential. Since 1942, Jack & Jill Center has served more than 26,000 children and families in South Florida. It currently serves as a NAEYC-accredited year-round early learning program for children aged six weeks through preschool, as well as an elementary school. The Madelaine Halmos Academy’s (MHA) new state-of-the-art elementary school building, an expansion of Jack & Jill Center’s Early Education Center, debuted in April 2021. Serving students from high-need working families in kindergarten–fifth grade, the transformational project, is geared to prepare students for success in career and life and be one of the highest-performing schools in Broward County. For more information about Jack & Jill visit www.jackandjillcenter.org, https://www.instagram.com/jackjillcenter/, https://www.facebook.com/jackjillcenter, https://twitter.com/jackjillcenter, or call 954.463.8772.

About Friends of Jack & Jill Center
The Friends (Auxiliary Board) of Jack & Jill Center was established in 1999 to provide financial support, volunteer services, program assistance and community awareness. Since its inception, Friends of Jack & Jill Center has raised over $5 million through membership and events and have volunteered countless hours to improve the lives of children and families. For more information about Friends of Jack & Jill Center, visit https://www.jackandjillcenter.org/joinus/friends/.

The Cab Calloway Orchestra at Art Deco Weekend 1/14/23

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The Cab Calloway Orchestra at Art Deco Weekend
Saturday, 01/14/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
Lummus Park
1200 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: FREE

The Cab Calloway Orchestra at Art Deco Weekend Jan 14

The Miami Design Preservation League is proud to present the Cab Calloway Orchestra, directed by “The Prince of Hi De Ho,” Chris Calloway Brooks, January 14 from 8-10 PM at the Jazz Age Stage, Lummus Park and 12th Street, Miami Beach, as part of Art Deco Weekend. Chris will be returning to the site of his grandfather’s performances at Art Deco Weekend! Get ready for a high-energy, joyous, and soulful performance ignited with audience participation! The orchestra comes from the Big Band Swing Jazz Orchestra style that came bursting out of the Cotton Club and Savoy Ballroom in the Harlem Renaissance during the golden age of radio in the 1930s and 1940s. They want to make sure that you “keep that Hi-De-Ho in your soul!”

For full music lineup visit https://artdecoweekend.org/events/list/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=5

Music produced by KCC Productions

Teixeira vs. Hill at Legends Tavern & Grille Lighthouse Point 1/21/23

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Teixeira vs. Hill at Legends Tavern & Grille Lighthouse Point
Saturday, 01/21/2023-, 06:00 pm-11:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Lighthouse Point
3128 N Federal Highway,
Lighthouse Point, Florida, 33064
Website
Cost: $5

Get ready for Teixeira to take on Hill for the Light Heavyweight Title on Saturday, January 21!

Make a legendary night out of it and stop by Legends Tavern & Grille Lighthouse Point to watch the fight while enjoying cold drinks and delicious food!

$5 cover to enter, receive a $5 voucher to redeem at a later time.

Miami Valentine’s Markets for Makers 2/11/23, 2/12/23

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Miami Valentine’s Markets for Makers
Saturday, 02/11/2023-02/12/2023, 12:00 pm-06:00 pm
The Jungle Plaza
3801 NE 1ST AVE,
Miami, Florida, 33137
Website
Cost: Starts at $8

Markets for Makers is back in Miami OUTDOORS at the Jungle Plaza in the beautiful Miami Design District this February 11+12 from 12pm-6pm!
Tickets available now!
https://tickets.marketsformakers.com/miami-market-for…/
Located in the beautiful Jungle Plaza this outdoor venue will accommodate 90+ makers! Take photos at our photo walls and fill your free tote with goods from small businesses!
Upgraded VIP tickets include access all weekend any time, an upgraded tote and the Saturday Preview Hour from 11am-12pm!

Parking garages are all throughout the Miami Design District! The closest garage is the Paradise Plaza Garage. A parking garage map can be found at
https://www.miamidesigndistrict.net/visitor-info/

Big Game Tailgate & Watch Party at The Marker Key West 2/12/23

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Big Game Tailgate & Watch Party at The Marker Key West
Sunday, 02/12/2023-, 06:00 pm-
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
200 William Street,
Key West, Florida, 33040
Eventbrite
Cost: $90

Cheer on this year’s top football teams at The Marker Key West Harbor Resort as the luxurious waterfront property hosts an unforgettable tailgate and watch party on February 12 for this year’s 57th Super Bowl. At 6 p.m. guests and football fans are invited to a tailgate buffet and open bar where they can indulge in elevated dishes and handcrafted cocktails as they gather to watch the big game on a giant, 12’ screen. Celebrate with friends and family in a secluded island escape at The Marker with sips, bites and hyped football fans! Tickets start at $90 and are available for purchase on Eventbrite.

The Casino @ Dania Beach Presents Rock the Block 1/21/23, 2/18/23, 3/18/23, 4/15/23, 5/20/23, 6/17/23

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The Casino @ Dania Beach Presents Rock the Block
Saturday, 01/21/2023-06/17/2023, 05:00 pm-09:00 pm
The Casino at Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost:

The Casino @ Dania Beach announced the return of Rock the Block, its free, monthly food truck and entertainment gathering on Saturday, January 21 from 5 – 9 p.m. The festive event is held the third Saturday of every month outside in the casino’s spacious parking lot and features a sampling of delicious menu items from a variety of popular South Florida food truck vendors. The family-friendly event also includes live entertainment with a rotating DJ and games for both adults and kids.

Meet Authors Mike McGinness and Jeff Davies at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories” 2/11/23

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Meet Authors Mike McGinness and Jeff Davies at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories”
Saturday, 02/11/2023-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW 2nd Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present a free book signing and meet & greet with Mike McGinness and Jeff Davies, authors of “Florida: A History in Pictures” (MacIntyre Purcell Publishing Inc.), on Saturday, February 11, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Their appearance is part of History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories,” a meet the author monthly series that offers literary and history enthusiasts a chance to speak with local authors, purchase their latest releases and have them signed.

Mike McGinness and Jeff Davies have put together the definitive photographic account of the Sunshine State. With more than 130 photographs ― many of them seen for the first time ― “Florida: A History in Pictures” offers a stunning portrait of this one-of-a-kind state. From the stone forts at St. Augustine, the oldest continuously inhabited city in the United States, to the Everglades (or “The Big Swamp” as it was called at the beginning of the 20th century) to Bok Tower Gardens in Lake Wales, the Fort Myers Beach arches and Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, it is all here.
Mike McGinness is a native of Florida, born in Orlando and raised in Altamonte Springs and Tampa. He has lived in Florida for more than 50 years. He has a passion for studying history, the great outdoors, bass fishing, music, and rooting for his favorite sports teams. He works in Data Center Operations for AdventHealth in Altamonte Springs and has been with the same company for 38 years.

Boca Raton resident Jeff Davies’ passion for history has spanned many decades. His family relocated to North Bay Village from Brooklyn when Jeff was just five years old. Davies was always interested in the history behind old pictures and became known as the family historian. He eventually became the third generation in the audio/video electronics business and continues with this profession today.

History Fort Lauderdale is proud to host a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year- round. Permanent exhibits include “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts,” a visual narrative weaving the story of the ever-changing use of Fort Lauderdale’s waterways by following the strokes of the first people to today’s sightseers, “The Bryans of Fort Lauderdale” which allows visitors to experience the story of the City of Fort Lauderdale as told through the pioneer family that shaped its development from an agricultural outpost in 1896 to a bustling city in the 1920s to its current status as a leading Metropolis, “Juliette Lange: A Portrait of a Mezzo Soprano,” a fashion and lifestyle glimpse of the socially prominent Fort Lauderdale resident with a lauded career as a star vocalist of musical comedy, plus “Archaeology of the New River” and a multitude of stories and photos sharing the history of other founding families of Fort Lauderdale. The nonprofit museum also hosts an artists’ collective collaborative space.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Let’s Groove Tonight – The Music of Earth Wind and Fire 2/4/23

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Let’s Groove Tonight – The Music of Earth Wind and Fire
Saturday, 02/04/2023-, 08:00 pm-
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $25-$35

Get your groove on with the nation’s #1 Earth Wind & Fire tribute band with Let’s Groove Tonight – The Music of Earth Wind and Fire on Saturday, February 4 at 8 p.m. These talented musicians are passionate about re-creating the band’s iconic sounds, from soulful vocals to the dynamic horns and funky rhythm section, the audience will be dancing to all classics. Tickets are $25-$35 and VIP tables are $65 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

MOCA miniMakers 1/7/23

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MOCA miniMakers
Saturday, 01/07/2023-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA)
770 N.E. 125 Street,
North Miami, Florida, 33161
Website
Cost: Free

Ring in 2023 with MOCA! In this MOCA miniMakers workshop, participants will take a polaroid photograph of each family group and create a mixed media collage inspired by their family goals and wishes for the new year. MOCA miniMakers is MOCA’s free and inclusive series of art workshops for children ages six and up. Children will have access to a variety of art techniques, as well as an inclusive curriculum incorporating step-by-step guides, STEAM activation and creative free play. Taught by experienced artists and sponsored by the North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency, MOCA miniMakers aims to foster an accessible spirit of learning through the arts.

For more information, please visit:
https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/MOCA-miniMakers-07Jan2023

Pianist Asiya Korepanova to Perform Complete Solo Works 0f Rachmaninoff for Miami Audiences 1/10/23

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Pianist Asiya Korepanova to Perform Complete Solo Works 0f Rachmaninoff for Miami Audiences
Tuesday, 01/10/2023-01/10/2023, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ
3010 De Soto Boulevard,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33134
Website
Cost: All 6 Concerts – $175

Opening Night Concert of RACHMANINOFF AT 150 Takes Place January 10 at Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ

On January 10 at Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ, Friends of Chamber Music of Miami, in association with Piano Lovers, will present pianist Asiya Korepanova in the first of six concerts devoted to the complete solo piano works of Sergei Rachmaninoff. This opening night of RACHMANINOFF AT 150 will feature first three sets of published works by the legendary pianist composer. The works include the 5 Morceaux de Fantasie (op 3), the 7 Morceaux de Salon (op. 10), and the 6 Moments Musicaux (op. 16).

TICKETS

January 10 concert – $35
All 6 Concerts – $175
Website: www.MiamiChamberMusic.org
Phone: (305) 209-8728

ABOUT RACHMANINOFF

Born in 1873, composer Sergei Rachmaninoff was not only one of the greatest pianists in history. While his Piano Concertos are considered amongst the most beloved by any composer, Rachmaninoff’s solo piano music features several hours of renowned works ranging from his two piano sonatas, 24 Preludes, and 17 Etudes Tableaux to his own transcriptions, variations on themes by other composers, and much much more.

RACHMANINOFF AT 150 most likely is the first time in Florida that all solo piano works by the great composer can be heard in concert – and by one of today’s most electrifying young pianists no less.

ABOUT ASIYA KOREPANOVA

Born to a musical family in Russia, Miss Korepanova made her orchestral debut at the age of nine with Mozart’s Concerto No. 8, including her own newly-composed cadenza. A musical prodigy, Korepanova’s early musical awards include the Russian Federation’s President Award for “Exceptional Achievement in the Arts,” and in 2012 won the Gold Medal at the Nina Wideman International Piano Competition.

Since immigrating to the U.S. in 2012, Korepanova has garnered national attention with performances at the Stern Auditorium at Carnegie Hall, the Bargemusic Series, the Phillips Collection, the Dame Myra Hess Memorial Series, the Miami International Piano Festival, and many others. She has been featured on CNN, NPR stations, WFMT, and WETA.

This season, in addition to being featured in the six recitals in Miami devoted to the complete solo piano works of Rachmaninoff, she will also celebrate the premiere of her latest transcription of Tchaikovsky’s epic Manfred Symphony, and also release scores of her compositions: the Poéme for alto saxophone and piano, and ‘Con Brio’ for two pianos, as well as solo piano transcriptions of works by Chopin, Schumann, Amy Beach, Faure, Mussorgsky, Franck, and Bach.

For more information, please visit www.AsiyaKorepanova.com

ABOUT FRIENDS OF CHAMBER MUSIC OF MIAMI

Friends of Chamber Music of Miami, Inc. (FOCM) is dedicated to the presentation of chamber music as performed by the world’s greatest chamber ensembles. Its mission is two-fold: to preserve the art of chamber music performance by showcasing the most exemplary artists working in the medium; and to build appreciative audiences for the art form among people of all ages. FOCM also offers outstanding educational opportunities for South Florida’s advanced music students.

Since 1955, FOCM has presented the world’s greatest chamber ensembles. Such internationally acclaimed performers as the Budapest, Juilliard, Guarneri, Emerson and Cleveland Quartets and the Beaux Arts and Kalichstein Laredo Robinson Trios have all been frequent visitors of the series. Over the years, most of the series’ concerts have been performed at the acoustically superb Gusman Concert Hall at the University of Miami. In recent years, FOCM concerts have also been conducted at the Colony Theatre, Wertheim Auditorium at Florida International University, Temple Beth Am, Coral Gables Congregational Church and other South Florida venues.

For more information, please visit www.MiamiChamberMusic.org

Contact:
Abram Kreeger
akreeger@aol.com
(561) 573-0644

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts Hosts Free Open House for Winter/Spring Classes 1/21/23

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The Broward Center for the Performing Arts Hosts Free Open House for Winter/Spring Classes
Saturday, 01/21/2023-01/21/2023, 10:00 am-02:00 pm
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW Fifth Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Free

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts will host a free open house for the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center on Saturday, January 21, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Guests can tour the education center facilities, observe or sample a class, grab the mic in Broadway Karaoke, meet the teaching artists, win prizes, register to win a free winter/spring class and enjoy family-friendly activities and light refreshments.

The Broward Center’s singing, dance, improv and acting classes are for kids, teens and adults and include a class for those with physical and intellectual disabilities. Classes are designed to encourage artistic expression and teach theater skills in a supportive and inclusive environment.
The open house schedule and complete class listing are available at BrowardCenter.org/Classes. First time registrants will receive a discount at the open house. Classes begin January 28 and most continue for 10 weeks. Classes are limited in size and tailored to the appropriate age and skill levels from beginner to the more advanced student. All class fees include parking.
First time students receive a 10% discount if they register at the open house. Online class registration is quick and easy, and those who purchase a second class will enjoy a 10% discount on any additional class.
Need-based full and partial scholarships are available through the generosity of the Ronald Plotkin Scholarship Fund and the Mary Jane Harlow Charitable Trust. In addition, class participants can audition to be in a show or represent the Broward Center at community performances.
Please RSVP to attend the open house at registrar@browardcenter.org. For more information visit https://www.browardcenter.org/open-house. The Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center is on the Broward Center for the Performing Arts campus located at 201 SW Fifth Avenue in Fort Lauderdale.
Like us on Facebook at Facebook.com/BrowardCenterEducation, follow us on Instagram @BrowardCenterEducation, subscribe to our Youtube channel at Broward Center Education and join the conversation with #BrowardCenter.

The Broward Center 2022/2023 performance season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation. AutoNation, Bank of America, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spirit and Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center are proud sponsors of the Broward Center. Programs are also sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.

Meet Guy Harvey During Las Olas Art Fair 1/7/23

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Meet Guy Harvey During Las Olas Art Fair
Saturday, 01/07/2023-01/08/2023, 11:00 am-04:00 pm
Guy Harvey Gallery & Shop
816 E Las Olas Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

Guy Harvey, Ph.D., world-renowned artist, scientist, conservationist, and entrepreneur, will be available for meet-and-greets, photo ops and merchandise signing at his gallery and shop in Las Olas Blvd. during Las Olas Art Fair on Saturday, January 7 and Sunday, January 8.

A portion of proceeds from sales of all Guy Harvey apparel and merchandise at the store and online benefit ocean research, education and conservation initiatives through the Guy Harvey Foundation (GHF). The non-profit organization is dedicated to saving the seas, supporting groundbreaking research and helping foster the next generation of ocean conservationists.
The Guy Harvey Gallery & Shop is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call the store at 954-769-1996 or visit https://guyharvey.com/pages/las-olas-store

Celebrate the Grand Opening of the New Downtown Doral Restaurants at Premiere Day 1/21/23

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Celebrate the Grand Opening of the New Downtown Doral Restaurants at Premiere Day
Saturday, 01/21/2023-, 11:00 am-04:00 pm
Downtown Doral
8551 NW 53rd St,
Doral, Florida, 33166
Website
Cost: Free

New retailers like DC Pie Co., Sweet Paris Creperie & Café and Sports Grill are officially opening this month at Downtown Doral! To celebrate the multitude of grand openings, the mixed-use community is hosting a family-friendly Premiere Day.

The event will feature giveaways and samples from each new retailer, as well as a party in The Plaza at Downtown Doral where visitors can enjoy a live DJ and free, family-friendly activities like pizza tastings, a wing eating competition, custom ice cream contests and more.

Loxen Productions brings Cabaret to Miami 1/6/23

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Loxen Productions brings Cabaret to Miami
Friday, 01/06/2023-01/15/2023, 08:00 pm-11:00 am
ARTime Theater
900 SW 1st St,
Miami, Florida, 33130
Website
Cost: $35-$100

Loxen Productions is bringing the provocative, multiple Tony-award winning musical, Cabaret, to the ARTime theater! Premiering January 6 through January 15, Cabaret will be Loxen’s first production in their new home, the historic ARTime Theater. The multi-Tony award-winning musical based on Christopher Isherwood’s Goodbye to Berlin, follows the adventures of a struggling American writer in 1931 Germany, where he encounters the vivacious nightclub singer Sally Bowles, a performer at the infamous Kit Kat Club. As the romance between Sally and Cliff develops, audiences watch as the declining morality in Berlin gives way to the looming rise of Nazism, just a few short years before the world would fall victim to World War II. With a book by Joe Masteroff, music and lyrics by John Kander and Fred Ebb, Cabaret premiered on Broadway in 1966, with the legendary Harold Prince at the helm. The work became an instant classic with multiple revivals in the intervening years.
WHERE: The ARTime Theater in Little Havana
WHEN:Cabaret will run for a limited time from January 6 through January 15, with shows Friday through Sunday at 8 P.M. Matinee showings will run at 2 P.M. on Saturdays as well.
Tickets: Tickets are currently on sale and can be purchased online at loxenproductions.com. Prices range from $35-$100

Shoma Bazaar Sunday’s, Pop-up Marketplace 1/29/23

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Shoma Bazaar Sunday’s, Pop-up Marketplace
Sunday, 01/29/2023-, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
Shoma Bazaar
9420 NW 41st St,
Doral, Florida, 33178
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

Free yoga class from 10am-11am, BYOM (Bring your own mat)

Discover local brands from 11am-4pm

When hungry, you can simply go inside our food hall to indulge the most amazing food! Our Bottomless Brunch is from 11am-2pm

For parking: First 2 hours of parking are free when you register in PayByPhone with code: 18888 — After the first 2 hours you MUST pay per hour with code: 18887

THesis Hotel X Wellness by Bianca Saturday Yoga Classes in the Paseo 1/7/23

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THesis Hotel X Wellness by Bianca Saturday Yoga Classes in the Paseo
Saturday, 01/07/2023-01/06/2024, 09:00 am-10:00 am
THesis Hotel Miami
1350 South Dixie Highway,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
Eventbrite
Cost: $15

Join certified yoga instructor and THesis Wellness Ambassador Bianca Natalie for a wellness reset before the weekend in the chic architecturally designed Paseo at THesis Hotel Miami. Every Saturday from 9 to 10 a.m., guests are invited to take part in the outdoor yoga class while they indulge in views of the serene courtyard. The 60-minute class is open to all skill levels and explores the fundamental postures of a Vinyasa flow. Each class will feature special guest instructors and is the perfect way to start the weekend with total mind and body relaxation. Tickets are available and can be purchased on Eventbrite.

COCO Miami, Design District’s Brand New European Restaurant, Opens 1/11/23

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COCO Miami, Design District’s Brand New European Restaurant, Opens
Wednesday, 01/11/2023-, 07:00 pm-01:00 am
COCO Miami
8 NE 41st St,
Miami, Florida, 33127
Website
Cost:

Miami’s newest destination for chic, sophisticated cuisine is opening this January in the heart of Miami’s Design District, the city’s cultural epicenter to luxury fashion, cutting-edge architecture and fine dining. Reserve an exclusive table today at the brand new restaurant to experience a thoughtful menu showcasing European tradition by using fresh, locally sourced ingredients; rotating live entertainment from DJs to dancers with preferred volume at designated seating areas; and a timeless atmosphere crafted by an award-winning design firm to showcase an illustrious take on Miami’s famous art deco. Be one of the first to experience what COCO Miami has to offer!

Brand New Sunday Brunch Buffet at The Deck at Island Gardens 1/8/23

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Brand New Sunday Brunch Buffet at The Deck at Island Gardens
Sunday, 01/08/2023-, 12:00 pm-04:00 pm
The Deck at Island Gardens
888 MacArthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida, 33132
RSVP / Register
Cost:

Miami’s treasured waterfront restaurant is kicking off 2023 with the exciting return of its Sunday brunch buffet. Guests can indulge in the restaurant’s revamped brunch experience featuring a variety of indulging stations which include omelets, grilled skewers, seasonal salads, hot dishes, passed pizzas, charcuterie, paella and more, as well as live beats by rotating DJ’s, singers and bands. As brunch winds down around 4 p.m., guests are enticed to stay for the sunset vibes with DJ Christophe Lacroix to match the panoramic views of Downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay. The first 50 guests to reserve for the opening day will additionally receive a complimentary round of the restaurant’s signature Passion-ista cocktail. Book today!

Jazz Night 1/30/23

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Jazz Night
Monday, 01/30/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami
7701 SW 76th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33143
Website
Cost: $20-$30

Monday nights at #UUMiami are MJC Jazz Mondays! Come and listen to some amazing live jazz music brought to you by @Miami Jazz Cooperative. Every Monday evening there is a new lineup, so join us each week for a soul lifting experience. Bonus, it’s free for UUMiami members!

About Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami:

UUMiami is a welcoming, diverse group of individuals who come together for spiritual growth and community. A Spiritual Hub for Progressive Thinkers and Doers in Greater Miami.

Jazz Night 1/23/23

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Jazz Night
Monday, 01/23/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami
7701 SW 76th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33143
Website
Cost: $20-$30

Monday nights at #UUMiami are MJC Jazz Mondays! Come and listen to some amazing live jazz music brought to you by @Miami Jazz Cooperative. Every Monday evening there is a new lineup, so join us each week for a soul lifting experience. Bonus, it’s free for UUMiami members!

About Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami:

UUMiami is a welcoming, diverse group of individuals who come together for spiritual growth and community. A Spiritual Hub for Progressive Thinkers and Doers in Greater Miami.

Jazz Night 1/16/23

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Jazz Night
Monday, 01/16/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami
7701 SW 76th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33143
Website
Cost: $20 – $30

Monday nights at #UUMiami are MJC Jazz Mondays! Come and listen to some amazing live jazz music brought to you by @Miami Jazz Cooperative. Every Monday evening there is a new lineup, so join us each week for a soul lifting experience. Bonus, it’s free for UUMiami members!

About Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami:

UUMiami is a welcoming, diverse group of individuals who come together for spiritual growth and community. A Spiritual Hub for Progressive Thinkers and Doers in Greater Miami.

Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village 1/4/23

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Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village
Friday, 01/04/2023-01/08/2023, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Gulfstream Park Village Center Stage
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: Free

Gulfstream Park’s Music in the Park, featuring the greatest collection of local homegrown performers, will continue through the winter with weekly duos performing outside on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at the Village Center Stage. All show times are from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Below is the full schedule of performers and their descriptions. Performances are subject to change; cancellations may occur due to inclement weather.

Wednesday, January 3 – FM Duo
Thursday, January 4 – Valerie Tyson Trio
Friday, January 5 – Catabella Duo
Saturday, January 6 – DJ David B.
Sunday, January 7 – Radio Duo

FM Duo
High energy FM Duo has become synonymous with jaw-dropping entertainment and comes ready to perform with a party mindset. Get ready to dance!

Valerie Tyson Trio
The Valerie Tyson Trio creates magic every time they take the stage. Their repertoire includes today’s Top 40 hits, smooth jazz and soulful R&B classics, essential rock melodies, and even reggae and tropical favorites!

Catabella Duo
Tropical Music Vocalist “Catabella” has been performing for over 10+ years in all of South Florida, serving local establishments, festivals, local bands, and many private events. In early 2019 Catabella Music was blessed with joining forces with Armando Latouche from Venezuela, with over 15+ years of International performance and directing experience. Catabella Music is now one of the hottest bands in South Florida, and continues to grow.

DJ David B
David has been creating unique experiences for children and families since 2001. He has done hundreds of private events for clients and created activations for companies such as Nickelodeon, The Gap, Coconut Grove Arts Festival and the Make A Wish Foundation. He also has won the award for “Best Kids DJ’ from the “best of” issue from Los Angeles Magazine.

Radio Duo
Radio Duo specializes in playing the greatest hits. Active on the music scene for over a decade, Radio Duo is sure to keep any and all audiences entertained!

For more information, visit:
https://www.gulfstreampark.com/event/entertainment/music-in-the-park

Jazz Night 1/9/23

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Jazz Night
Monday, 01/09/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami
7701 SW 76th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33143
Website
Cost: $20-$30

Monday nights at #UUMiami are MJC Jazz Mondays! Come and listen to some amazing live jazz music brought to you by @Miami Jazz Cooperative. Every Monday evening there is a new lineup, so join us each week for a soul lifting experience. Bonus, it’s free for UUMiami members!

About Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami:

UUMiami is a welcoming, diverse group of individuals who come together for spiritual growth and community. A Spiritual Hub for Progressive Thinkers and Doers in Greater Miami.

Business for the Arts of Broward’s (BFA) Arts Mean Business Speaker Series (AMB) 1/24/23

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Business for the Arts of Broward’s (BFA) Arts Mean Business Speaker Series (AMB)
Tuesday, 01/24/2023-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
General Provision Downtown
300 SW 1st Ave #155,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: FREE

Business for the Arts of Broward’s (BFA) Arts Mean Business Speaker Series (AMB) hosts a live presentation, meet & greet and cocktail hour with Emmy-nominated recording artist Alexander Star on Tuesday, January 24 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at General Provision Downtown.
Presented by the Castle Group and the Cathy and James Donnelly Family Fund at the Community Foundation of Broward, the event is free and open to the public. To RSVP, email rvegas@bfabroward.org. For additional information, visit https://bfabroward.org/programs/arts-means-business/.

More information on BFA and sponsorship opportunities at www.bfabroward.org.

About Business for the Arts of Broward: Business for the Arts of Broward is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) engaging businesses and business leaders to advocate and educate about the importance of the County’s art and cultural community as well as to recognize the connection between cultural vitality, creative success, and economic development. To learn more visit www.Facebook.com/BFABroward or www.bfabroward.org.

American Heritage Schools Invites Educators to Its Virtual “Continuing Education Webinar and Job Fair” 1/31/23

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American Heritage Schools Invites Educators to Its Virtual “Continuing Education Webinar and Job Fair”
Tuesday, 01/31/2023-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
Website
Cost: Free

American Heritage Schools, the top-ranked PK3 through 12 college preparatory school, invites educators from throughout the country to its virtual “Continuing Education Webinar and Job Fair” on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 7 p.m. EST. From the convenience of their homes, attendees will learn about job opportunities and the benefits of teaching at American Heritage Schools’ Broward Campus and Palm Beach Campus.

Viewers will hear directly from the American Heritage Schools President, Dr. Douglas Laurie, about how the Schools’ mentoring program supports educators in their professional growth. They will also earn 1.5 hours of continuing education credit offered by the Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF) by attending a keynote address given by nationally recognized teacher A.J. Juliani, founder of Adaptable Learning, on the importance of adaptability in the classroom.

Educating students is hard work. It was before the pandemic, and it has continued to challenge all teachers, coaches, administrators and parents. Going from in-person teaching to remote learning and then to a hybrid approach, educators have seen the need for flexible curriculum and instruction. Juliani’s Keynote builds on the best of what educators have done for years: adapt their instruction to meet the needs of their students.

Juliani serves as faculty for the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education (PLN) and is the former Director of Learning and Innovation for Centennial School District. As a curriculum coordinator, tech director, English teacher, football coach, and K-12 instructional coach, he has worked towards innovative learning experiences for schools in various roles. Juliani is also an award-winning blogger, speaker, and author of multiple books, including the best-sellers Adaptable, Empower, and Launch.

American Heritage Schools is one of the top four largest private schools in the nation and among the top 20 largest employers in South Florida. It is headed by educators rather than a board of directors and maintains subsidiary departments in-house, such as admissions, human Resources, curriculum development and PR/marketing. The Schools also offer free tuition for employees’ children and salary supplementation for additional roles, including tutoring during the year and teaching at the Summer Institute over the summer.

· 7-7:30 p.m.: Learn About Opportunities and Benefits of Teaching at American Heritage Schools
· 7:30-8:20 p.m.: A.J. Juliani, Keynote Speech “Adaptability in the Classroom”
· 8:20-8:30 p.m.: Q&A

The virtual “Continuing Education Webinar and Job Fair” event is free to attend. For more information about American Heritage Schools’ Continuing Education & Job Fair and registration, please visit: https://www.ahschool.com/job-fair-1-31-23

For more information about American Heritage Schools’ open positions, please visit https://www.ahschool.com/careers-at-ahs.

Casa de Muñecas 2…El Regreso de Nora 1/13/23

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Casa de Muñecas 2…El Regreso de Nora
Friday, 01/13/2023-, 08:00 pm-
Sandrell Rivers Theater
6103 NW 7th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33127
Website
Cost: $35-45

Fantasy Theatre Factory presents a CAP @ SRT Spanish adaptation of Ibsen’s famous A Dolls House 2…El Regreso de Nora.

La historia; Después que Nora Helmer dio el portazo al final de la obra de Henrik Ibsen en su obra maestra “Casa de muñecas” en 1879 marcando el inicio del feminismo literario o emancipación de la mujer ante una sociedad que la limitaba en el desarrollo de sus potenciales, quedó la duda de qué paso con ella. En esta secuela del dramaturgo americano Lucas Hnath titulada en español “Casa de muñecas… El regreso de Nora”Se responde estas interrogantes: Qué pasó con Nora después que abandonó su fortuna, esposo e hijos en la icónica y desafiante historia de la literatura de Ibsen?

Conoceremos a la reinventada Nora que regresa 15 años después a la misma casa de la que huyó.

¿Porqué regresa? ¿Que busca? La obra es esencial por su actitud crìtica hacia las reglas del matrimonio y por la valentigrave;a que Nora, una mujer feminista y adelantada a su tiempo, se ve obligada a demostrar de nuevo para enfrentarseobligada a demostrar de nuevo para enfrentarse a la sociedad que aún la sigue amenazando.

Dirigido por Juan Montero
Actores: Lupita Ferrer | Lili Renteria | Raul Cruz | Ariadna Gonzalez

When: Jan 13-22
Time: Fridays & Saturdays @ 8 PM | Sundays @ 6 PM
Where: Sandrell Rivers Theater
6103 NW 7th Ave Miami, FL, 33127
Tickets: $35-45
$5 OFF for GROUPS OF 6 or MORE PATRONS. Please call the BOX OFFICE at (305) 284-8872 for Group Reservations.

PG 13 – Suitable for people 13 years or older.

Jazz Night 1/2/23

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Jazz Night
Monday, 01/02/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami
7701 SW 76th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33143
Website
Cost: $20/$30

Monday nights at #UUMiami are MJC Jazz Mondays! Come and listen to some amazing live jazz music brought to you by @Miami Jazz Cooperative. Every Monday evening there is a new lineup, so join us each week for a soul lifting experience. Bonus, it’s free for UUMiami members!

About Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami:

UUMiami is a welcoming, diverse group of individuals who come together for spiritual growth and community. A Spiritual Hub for Progressive Thinkers and Doers in Greater Miami.

Be A Hero-Run4Kids 5K Race 1/29/23

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Be A Hero-Run4Kids 5K Race
Sunday, 01/29/2023-, 08:00 am-12:00 pm
David Posnack JCC
5850 S. Pine Island Road,
Davie, Florida, 33328
Website
Cost: See website for all pricing.

Get set to Run, Jog or Walk! The David Posnack JCC (DPJCC) and Laurens Kids will once again host the Be A Hero – Run4Kids 5k Race at the DPJCC’s 40-acre Campus in Davie, Florida, attracting participants from the tri-county area. Everyone of all ages is welcome to participate in this family 5K, including competitive and amateur runners, joggers, walkers, teams, stroller pushers, wheelchair racers, and tail-waggers. The event will benefit the JCC’s Giborim United program, which includes enrichment classes and summer camp for children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities, as well as Lauren’s Kids programs which educates adults and children about child sexual abuse prevention through in-school curricula, awareness campaigns, and speaking engagements.

SPECIAL INVITATION FOR FIRST RESPONDERS AND ACTIVE MILITARY: Register a team and run for free.

Spots are filling up fast, so pre-register today!

Jazz For Tomorrow Student Stage – South Beach Jazz Festival 1/7/23

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Jazz For Tomorrow Student Stage – South Beach Jazz Festival
Saturday, 01/07/2023-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
700 Lincoln Road
700 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: FREE

The South Beach Jazz Festival serves as a showcase for the next generation of Jazz talent at the Jazz for Tomorrow Student Stage curated by the talented Jazz educator and artist Nicole Yarling on Saturday, January 7th from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
This exciting program features:
“Jazz For Tomorrow Student Stage ”
Coffee, Talk, and Q&A with veteran composer, producer and performer, Bill Pettaway Jr. moderated by Zach Larmer, Young Musicians Unite.
Kiddos Master Class – South Florida Center for Percussive Arts with Brandon Cruz
Broward College Jazz Combo
JECC Jazz Bootcamp Ensemble (Jazz Education Community Coalition)
FASE – Frost Alternative String Ensemble with special guest Power Access Scholarship winner Eva Carizza.
Young Musicians Unite Jazz Collective with special guest Power Access Scholarship winner, Jeremiah Martial
Power Access scholarship winners Eva Carizza and Jeremiah Martial
The South Beach Jazz Festival takes place in multiple venues throughout South Beach on Janury 5-8, 2023. The mission of disability awareness is projected through a festival that takes pride in presenting world-renowned musicians from the entire spectrum of jazz including traditional, contemporary, and Latin American cutting edge acts. Many of the performances are free and open to the public and outdoors. The sounds of Jazz enliven the city all weekend long and draw residents and tourists to listen, learn and celebrate accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities.

Friends of Jack & Jill Center to Host 18th Annual Pediatrix Flip Flops on the Docks 3/18/23

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Friends of Jack & Jill Center to Host 18th Annual Pediatrix Flip Flops on the Docks
Saturday, 03/18/2023-, 06:30 pm-10:30 pm
Lauderdale Yacht Club
1725 SE 12th St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
Website
Cost: $250.00

The Friends of Jack & Jill Center invite the community to leave their heels and ties at home to attend their renowned signature event, the 18th Annual Pediatrix Flip Flops on the Docks at the scenic Lauderdale Yacht Club on Saturday, March 18, 2023, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.

This casual soirée overlooking the Intracoastal Waterway will feature relaxed tropical beach décor, delicious drinks, fabulous food and live music on the docks at Lauderdale Yacht Club. Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on luxurious items in live and virtual silent auctions.

All proceeds will benefit Jack & Jill Center’s mission to strengthen children and families through innovative education, supportive programming, and community engagement. Since it was established in 1999, The Friends of Jack & Jill Center has raised over $5.25 million and volunteered countless hours to improve the lives of the Center’s children and families.

Jack & Jill Center supports children of high-need working families through quality early childhood education, elementary education and family strengthening programs to ensure every child and family has the tools they need to be successful. Jack & Jill Center has served 26,000 children and families in South Florida since 1942.

Event sponsorships ranging from $2,500–$20,000 are available at www.flipflopsonthedocks.com. Naming opportunities are still available for $5,000 per naming right. Individual tickets are available for $250.

The Friends of Jack & Jill Center thank the sponsors for their generous support. Pediatrix is serving as the event’s Title Sponsor. The Lauderdale Yacht Club member sponsors are Maria and Kyle Meyer.

When:
Saturday, March 18, 2023
6:30–10:30 p.m.

Where:
Lauderdale Yacht Club
1725 SE 12th St
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

How:
To attend the event or become a sponsor, visit www.flipflopsonthedocks.com or contact Jennifer Swercheck, Director of Special Events, at jswercheck@jackandjillcenter.org or at (954) 463-8772, ext. 206.

Guests may purchase individual tickets for $250.

About Jack & Jill Center
Jack & Jill Center’s mission is to strengthen children and families through innovative education, supportive programming and community engagement. It achieves its mission by focusing on both the children and family units as a whole, so that the entire household, children and parents alike, are able to reach their full potential. Since 1942, Jack & Jill Center has served more than 26,000 children and families in South Florida. It currently serves as a NAEYC-accredited year-round early learning program for children aged six weeks through preschool, as well as an elementary school. The Madelaine Halmos Academy’s (MHA) new state-of-the-art elementary school building, an expansion of Jack & Jill Center’s Early Education Center, debuted in April 2021. Serving students from high-need working families in kindergarten–fifth grade, the transformational project, is geared to prepare students for success in career and life and be one of the highest-performing schools in Broward County. For more information about Jack & Jill visit www.jackandjillcenter.org, https://www.instagram.com/jackjillcenter/, https://www.facebook.com/jackjillcenter, https://twitter.com/jackjillcenter, or call 954.463.8772.

About Friends of Jack & Jill Center
The Friends (Auxiliary Board) of Jack & Jill Center was established in 1999 to provide financial support, volunteer services, program assistance and community awareness. Since its inception, Friends of Jack & Jill Center has raised over $5 million through membership and events and have volunteered countless hours to improve the lives of children and families. For more information about Friends of Jack & Jill Center, visit https://www.jackandjillcenter.org/joinus/friends/.

American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar “How to Build Confidence in Students with Learning Disorders” 1/24/22

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American Academy to Host Virtual Webinar “How to Build Confidence in Students with Learning Disorders”
Tuesday, 01/24/2023-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
Virtual
12200 W Broward Blvd,
Plantation, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: Free

American Academy, a program within American Heritage Schools, is pleased to host “How to Build Confidence in Students with Learning Disorders,” a virtual event via Zoom on Tuesday, Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. EST. This event is part of American Academy’s monthly speaker series, “Experts in Learning Differences.” Hosted by Alexandra Rollins, admissions director of the American Academy Program, the expert speakers for the January event are Ashley Freiman, Psy.D., Evan Mehlman, Psy.D. and Ryan Strosser, Psy.D.

Many children and adolescents struggle academically, some to the point that they are diagnosed with a learning disorder. This can have a profound impact on a student’s confidence and overall mental health depending on when the learning disorder was first diagnosed and the type of assistance that was provided. Yet, they can have similar success as their peers. One way we can level the playing field is by helping them push through their fears and develop confidence in themselves. In this episode of “Experts in Learning Differences,” three well-known practitioners with extensive experience using evidence-based treatments will provide useful techniques to help increase self-esteem in children and adolescents, improve communication skills and develop confidence in their abilities.

Dr. Freiman has over a decade of experience and treats patients throughout the lifespan of children, adolescents, adults and older adults. She uses a person-centered approach to collaborate with her clients and is skilled in cognitive behavior therapy, mindfulness and reminiscence therapies.

Dr. Mehlman is a licensed clinical psychologist and has extensive experience using evidence-based treatment methods to address a range of conditions, including OCD, anxiety, depression, selective mutism and Tourette’s disorder. He provides psychological, psychoeducational and neuroeducational testing for learning disabilities, giftedness, emotional/psychological conditions, ADHD and autism spectrum disorders.

Dr. Strosser specializes in helping individuals who have experienced recent and past trauma and is passionate about social justice. Dr. Strosser has traveled to Guyana, South America, several times in the past year where he currently is working to establish mental health support for various groups, including medical students, hospital staff and providers, police and faith communities.

“Our mission is to help children and adolescents take control of their lives, face their fears and learn to navigate uncertainty with confidence,” said Dr. Mehlman. “We strive to provide a caring and compassionate atmosphere and create healthier minds and happier individuals throughout our community.”

The speaker series is streamed live virtually and all previous episodes are available for viewing at any time. The purpose of the speaker series is to educate families about topics that relate to mild learning differences and are relevant today. All of the speakers are experts in the various disciplines of each topic. The American Academy’s goal is to provide families with a place to ask questions and strengthen their knowledge about how to ensure the success of their child.

For more information about the speaker series, please visit: ah-americanacademy.com/s…

To reserve a spot, please visit: ahschool.info/AASeries

Limited spots are available for this free, online, and live event.

Island City Stage Presents “Rotterdam” by Jon Brittain 1/19/23 – 2/19/23

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Island City Stage Presents “Rotterdam” by Jon Brittain
Thursday, 01/19/2023-02/19/2023, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
Island City Stage
2304 N. Dixie Highway,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: $40-$55

Alice wants to come out as a lesbian. Her girlfriend Fiona wants to start living as a man. In Island City Stage’s new production of Rotterdam by Jon Brittain, audiences journey to find out what happens next in this modern comedy about gender, sexuality, and being a long way from home. Rotterdam runs from January 19 – February 19.

Rotterdam, a new play from Jon Brittain, co-creator of Margaret Thatcher, Queen of Soho, writer of What Would Spock Do? and The Sexual Awakening of Peter Mayo, is a moving and sensitive exploration of gender identity and relationships. It shares the story of lesbian couple Alice, who is struggling to come out to her parents, and Fiona, who tells Alice that she has always identified as a man.
Directed by Michael Leeds and co-produced by Sue Wilder, Rotterdam stars Suzanne Ankrum as Alice and Autumn Kioti Horne as Fiona. It also features Abbie Fricke as Lelani (in her Island City debut performance) and Robert Koutras as Josh.
Suzanne Ankrum’s recent regional credits include Palm Beach Dramaworks production of A Streetcar Named Desire, WAM Theatre’s Emilie: La Marquise du Chatelet…, Majestic Theater’s Crimes of the Heart, New Century Theatre’s The How and the Why, Clarence Brown Theatre’s Woyzeck, The Merry Wives of Windsor, Tartuffe, and A Christmas Carol, and Richmond Shakespeare Festival’s Twelfth Night and Henry IV, Part 2. She’s also appeared on Netflix’s
Orange is the New Black and has performed in several workshop productions from Palm Beach Dramaworks, Theatre Lab, Hartford Stage, Ivoryton Playhouse and HartBeat Ensemble.

South Florida artist and actor Autumn Kioti Horne has performed with Theatre Lab, Zoetic Stage, GableStage, Florida Stage, Caldwell Theatre, and others. In NYC, they originated the roles of Cassandra in The Hive, Veronica in She Calls Me Firefly, and others. Their interdisciplinary art has been presented in galleries/spaces throughout the U.S. and abroad including La Mama, Dixon Place, The Queens Museum and Last Frontier, and more. They have also appeared in award-winning films at Lincoln Center, Art Basel, Sci-Fi London, Palm Springs Film Festival, and more. When not onstage, they run an environmental art/education/justice program Wildness is Necessary.

Along with its Season 11 lineup, Island City Stage will be bringing back its introspective “Behind the Red Curtain” free public forum series, launched last year as an anniversary initiative to address the stories and issues that inspire its shows. Providing insight to Rotterdam, Island City Stage will present ‘‘Living the Truth – Seeing the Trans Community Through a Different Lens” on Monday, January 9, at 6:30 p.m. This forum will educate and inspire others regarding how to interact with transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse individuals. The discussion will open hearts and minds by sharing personal triumphs, breaking down barriers, understanding fact vs. fiction and reflecting on personal biases.

Creating quality professional theatrical experiences focused on the LGBT+ community for a universal audience, Island City Stage’s 11th South Florida season offers thought-provoking productions that explore bittersweet longing, gender questions, loneliness, the ins and outs of friendship, the magic of random human connection and ethnic conflict within the generational divide. Upcoming shows include I Wanna F@#king Tear You Apart by Morgan Gould from March 2 – April 2; Tracy Jones by Stephen Kaplan from May 18 – June 18 and Springfield Pride Commissioned by Island City Stage from August 3 – September 3.

Rotterdam set sponsors are Doug Pew and Don Croxton, costume sponsors are Thomas Nichols and Dan Chadburn and lighting and sound sponsor is Scott Bennett.

Tickets for Rotterdam start at $40. Enjoy a special Mimosa Sunday sponsored by Murl Casey on January 29 for $55 that includes a light bites pre-reception and a post-show talk back. A special Women’s Night at the Theatre will take place on Friday, February 3 with a 7 p.m. reception with light bites and beverages followed by the show.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.islandcitystage.org, call (954) 928-9800 or email md@islandcitystage.org. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL and on Instagram at @islandcitystage1.

Jazz at MOCA Featuring The Miami Big Sound Orchestra 12/29/22

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Jazz at MOCA Featuring The Miami Big Sound Orchestra
Friday, 12/30/2022-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA)
770 NE 125th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33161
Website
Cost: Free

“Jazz at MOCA” is MOCA’s free outdoor concert series in-person on the last Friday of every month. On Friday, Dec. 30, MOCA is pleased to welcome The Miami Big Sound Orchestra. The Miami Big Sound Orchestra is Downtown Miami’s resident professional big band, a project formed as a collaboration of musicians from Miami’s diverse musical communities. This group is comprised of Miami-based musicians who have performed and toured with the likes of Celia Cruz, Ray Barretto, Jon Secada, K.C. and the Sunshine Band, Chayanne, Ray Ruiz, Tito Nieves, Chaka Khan, the Funk Brothers and many other artists. Led by trumpeter and flugelhornist Pete Francis, bassist and composer Rafael Valencia and vocal artist Lourdes Valentin, the band delivers its own brand of contemporary Miami-style big band music.

Jazz at MOCA is free and open to the public. The gallery is open from 7-10 p.m. with museum admission. Admission to the museum is $10. Admission for students, seniors, and visitors identifying as disabled is $3. Admission is free to MOCA members, children under 12, North Miami residents, city employees, veterans, and caregivers accompanying people who are disabled.

For more information, please visit:
https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/Jazz-at-MOCA-Featuring-The-Big-Sound-Orchestra

19th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Luncheon 1/13/23

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19th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Luncheon
Friday, 01/13/2023-, 11:45 am-02:00 pm
Intercontinental Miami
100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami, Florida, 33131
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Cost: $150 per person; $2,500 per table

The YMCA of South Florida’s 19th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Weekend, which honors Dr. King and his legacy through activities that bring communities together in celebration and service to others, continues Friday, Jan. 13 with a luncheon in Miami-Dade County.

Other activities throughout the weekend include a breakfast, a Teen Town Hall, and Day of Service projects throughout South Florida. More than 1,000 business and civic community leaders are expected to attend both the MLK, Jr. Inspirational Breakfast and Luncheon to support the YMCA of South Florida’s “I Have a Dream” Youth Scholarship Fund. The Y offers a variety of youth programs which include preschool, after school, employment opportunities, teen groups and college tours and readiness.

The keynote speaker is Michelle Duster, author, public historian, professor and granddaughter of civil rights and women’s rights activist Ida B. Wells. Past keynote speakers include Martin Luther King, III, Olympic Gold Medalist Cullen Jones and Stanford University Professor and Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute Director Dr. Clayborne Carson.

Tickets to the 19th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Luncheon are $150 per person or $2,500 per table. For additional information on the Y’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Weekend events, including tickets and sponsorships, visit https://ymcasouthflorida.org/event/martin-luther-king-jr-inspirational-weekend-2023/.

19th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Breakfast 1/13/23

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19th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Breakfast
Friday, 01/13/2023-, 07:30 am-09:45 am
First Baptist Fort Lauderdale
301 East Broward Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Buy Tickets
Cost: $150 per person; $2,500 per table

The YMCA of South Florida’s 19th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Weekend, which honors Dr. King and his legacy through activities that bring communities together in celebration and service to others, kicks off on Friday, Jan. 13 with a breakfast in Broward County.

Other activities throughout the weekend include a luncheon, a Teen Town Hall, and Day of Service projects throughout South Florida. More than 1,000 business and civic community leaders are expected to attend both the MLK, Jr. Inspirational Breakfast and Luncheon to support the YMCA of South Florida’s “I Have a Dream” Youth Scholarship Fund. The Y offers a variety of youth programs which include preschool, after school, employment opportunities, teen groups and college tours and readiness.

The keynote speaker is Michelle Duster, author, public historian, professor and granddaughter of civil rights and women’s rights activist Ida B. Wells. Past keynote speakers include Martin Luther King, III, Olympic Gold Medalist Cullen Jones and Stanford University Professor and Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute Director Dr. Clayborne Carson.

Tickets to the 19th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Breakfast are $150 per person or $2,500 per table. For additional information on the Y’s Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Weekend events, including tickets, visit https://ymcasouthflorida.org/event/martin-luther-king-jr-inspirational-weekend-2023/.

Discover Miami Through Music at Temple Emanu-El: The Road of Promise 2/4/23

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Discover Miami Through Music at Temple Emanu-El: The Road of Promise
Sunday, 02/04/2023-02/04/2023, 08:00 pm-
Temple Emanu El
1701 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost:

Join Orchestra Miami for a rare opportunity to hear a lost masterpiece! Discover Miami Through Music as Orchestra Miami present’s Kurt Weill’s rarely-heard oratorio The Road of Promise at Temple Emanu-El on Miami Beach. Adapted from Weill’s mammoth opera, The Eternal Road, by Ed Harsh, The Road of Promise is a piece of living history. Conceived as a method of raising the American public’s awareness to Hitler’s persecution of the Jews in 1937, The Road of Promise is set in a synagogue where Jews hide as a pogrom rages outside. The story combines Biblical & pre-World War II Jewish history, set to Weill’s unique and unforgettable musical language, with influences of cantorial lamentations, classical fugues and showtunes, among other styles. The Road of Promise is a part of Orchestra Miami’s Discover Miami Through Music series, which brings appropriately-themed concerts to Miami landmarks and places of historic interest so that we can learn more about our city, and each other, through music. With its impressive & eclectic Byzantine & Moorish architecture and copper dome, Temple Emanu-El is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful synagogues in the US.
The Road of Promise cast features stars from the Metropolitan Opera and a combined choir of over 100 voices. The cast is led by tenor Anthony Dean Griffey in the roles of the Rabbi/Narrator, baritone Mark Delavan in the roles of Abraham/ Moses/ Jeremiah, and soprano Elizabeth Caballero as Rachel, performing with a large ensemble cast of local professional singers. The performance will be conducted by Orchestra Miami’s Artistic Director, Elaine Rinaldi, with stage direction by Vernon Hartman, accompanied by the 48 musicians of Orchestra Miami.
There are two opportunities to catch this “must-see” event: Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 at 8:00 PM and Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023 at 4 PM. Tickets are priced from $20-$60 and are reserved seating only. Discounts for seniors and students are available. For tickets and information, please visit www.OrchestraMiami.org, or call (305) 274-2103.

Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village 12/30/22

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Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village
Friday, 12/30/2022-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Gulfstream Park Village Center Stage
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: Free

Gulfstream Park’s Music in the Park, featuring the greatest collection of local homegrown performers, will continue through the winter with weekly duos performing outside on Friday nights at the Village Center Stage. All show times are from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Below is the full schedule of performers and their descriptions. Performances are subject to change; cancellations may occur due to inclement weather.

Friday, December 30 – Flovox Duo

Flovox Duo
FloVox formed when four talented musicians met doing gigs together through a worldwide corporate music company called Song Division. All rockers at heart, they combine classic rock with some of today’s hottest hits.

For more information, visit:
https://www.gulfstreampark.com/event/entertainment/music-in-the-park

Discover Miami Through Music at Temple Emanu-El: The Road of Promise 2/5/23

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Discover Miami Through Music at Temple Emanu-El: The Road of Promise
Sunday, 02/05/2023-, 03:00 pm-
Temple Emanu-El 
1701 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Join Orchestra Miami for a rare opportunity to hear a lost masterpiece! Discover Miami Through Music as Orchestra Miami present’s Kurt Weill’s rarely-heard oratorio The Road of Promise at Temple Emanu-El on Miami Beach. Adapted from Weill’s mammoth opera, The Eternal Road, by Ed Harsh, The Road of Promise is a piece of living history. Conceived as a method of raising the American public’s awareness to Hitler’s persecution of the Jews in 1937, The Road of Promise is set in a synagogue where Jews hide as a pogrom rages outside. The story combines Biblical & pre-World War II Jewish history, set to Weill’s unique and unforgettable musical language, with influences of cantorial lamentations, classical fugues and showtunes, among other styles. The Road of Promise is a part of Orchestra Miami’s Discover Miami Through Music series, which brings appropriately-themed concerts to Miami landmarks and places of historic interest so that we can learn more about our city, and each other, through music. With its impressive & eclectic Byzantine & Moorish architecture and copper dome, Temple Emanu-El is widely considered to be one of the most beautiful synagogues in the US.
The Road of Promise cast features stars from the Metropolitan Opera and a combined choir of over 100 voices. The cast is led by tenor Anthony Dean Griffey in the roles of the Rabbi/Narrator, baritone Mark Delavan in the roles of Abraham/ Moses/ Jeremiah, and soprano Elizabeth Caballero as Rachel, performing with a large ensemble cast of local professional singers. The performance will be conducted by Orchestra Miami’s Artistic Director, Elaine Rinaldi, with stage direction by Vernon Hartman, accompanied by the 48 musicians of Orchestra Miami.
There are two opportunities to catch this “must-see” event: Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 at 8:00 PM and Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023 at 4 PM. Tickets are priced from $20-$60 and are reserved seating only. Discounts for seniors and students are available. For tickets and information, please visit www.OrchestraMiami.org, or call (305) 274-2103.

All Shook Up: The Legend Continues 1/7/23

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All Shook Up: The Legend Continues
Saturday, 01/07/2023-, 11:30 am-08:00 pm
Las Olas Oceanside Park
3000 E. Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
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Continuing its commitment to welcoming local residents and visitors alike to engage in “Infinite Experiences for Everyone Under the Sun,” The LOOP reimagines its popular Friday Night Sound Waves series, launching the first of its new immersive music weekends with “All Shook Up – A Tribute to Elvis.” Coinciding with the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s 88th birthday, the two-day celebration will take place Friday, January 6, and Saturday, January 7, 2023.

The weekend celebration continues to pay respect to all things Presley, from the music that inspired him and the world to the movies that reinvented him, along with his passion for cars, favorite foods, and flamboyant fashions.

• 11:30 am – 1 p.m.: How Great Thou Art, Gospel Brunch: There are not many rock ‘n’ roll stars who also created incredible gospel music, but then again, there was only one Elvis Presley. Elvis shook the world with his infectious brand of rock ‘n’ roll, but he also took the world to church with his beautiful, soulful gospel music. Elvis loved traditional sacred music as much as he loved soul, country, and rock – maybe even more so.

Featuring the New Mount Olive Baptist Choir, led by Music Director Kenneth Smith (12 p.m.), with a special introductory performance by Pastor Paula Coleman (11:45 a.m.), the hour-long performance is open to the public and free to attend.

Those opting for the Gospel Brunch ticket ($29.50/adult; $21.50/child ) will receive reserved communal table seating and a choice of entrée from Tony Waffles, which includes Chicken & Waffles, Maple Bacon, Egg & Cheese Waffles, or an Elvis-inspired Peanut Butter and Banana Waffle topped with crumbled Bacon. Complimentary sweet tea, lemonade, and the King’s favorite dessert, lemon-iced pound cake, will also be served.

• 12:30 – 4:30 pm: If I Can Dream – Fit for a King Photo Ops: There is no doubt that when one thinks of Elvis, images of gyrating hips, leather jackets, slicked pompadour hair and Cadillacs come to mind.

On display to be enjoyed as a photo opportunity to round out what would have been the King of Rock and Roll’s 88th birthday will be a rare 1959 Cadillac Fleetwood. This relic of 1950s Americana sports its original “Brenton Blue” paint color, taken from the Brenton butterfly, all original interior, audacious trim and chrome and those iconic fins and rocket taillights.

Elvis Presley also loved Hawaii. From his first visit in November 1957 to his final vacation in March of 1977, he would visit the Islands of Hawaii on many occasions. Not only did he make three movies in Hawaii (Blue Hawaii, Girls! Girls! Girls! and Paradise, Hawaiian Style), he also came to Hawaii for live performances, the one most well-known being the show on January 14, 1973, telecasted worldwide as Elvis, Aloha from Hawaii.

Attendees can step into Elvis’ shoes for a photo opportunity to recreate Elvis’ Lobby Card for the 1966 film Paradise – Hawaiian Style, complete with Hula Dancers, Hawaiian Shirt, Floral Lei, and Guitar.

• 1:30 – 3 p.m.: Shake, Rattle and Roll: As the best-selling artist of the 1950s, second in the 1960s, winner of three Grammy Awards, the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award at age 36, an inductee into multiple music halls of fame, and still recognized as the highest-selling artist to this day, the Elvis-legacy lives on and touching new generations.

Such is the case with 19-year-old Florida-native Matt Stone. With Matt’s uncanny resemblance, remarkable voice and fiery stage presence, he has earned the adoration of fans all across the country! Don’t miss the chance to dress up, dance and sing along as one of Graceland’s Top Ten Tribute Artists in the World, Matt Stone, takes guests through Elvis’s most beloved titles released in the 50s and 60s, from ‘That’s All Right Mama’ in 1956 to ‘Don’t Cry Daddy’ in 1969.

• 4:00 – 5:30 p.m.: Lawdy (Miss Clawdy): Before Elvis was dubbed the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll, he was hailed as the “The Hillbilly Cat” and “The King of Western Bop.” The LOOP’s afternoon jam session takes attendees on a musical journey of Elvis’s love for County, R&B, and Blues, led by “Lawdy” local and award-winning guitarist, singer and songwriter Joel DaSilva.

As homage to the music that inspired Elvis and that which he inspired, DaSilva will be joined on stage for a 90-minute performance alongside a stellar lineup of South Florida’s best representatives of the genre, including Joey Gilmore, Josh Rowand, Kevin Muncy, Tony Testa and more.

• 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.: Viva Las Vegas! The daylong celebration concludes with a dance-a-long screening of the film “Viva Las Vegas” featuring the star of the weekend himself, which film aficionados regard as one of the best, if not the best, films he ever made in his 13-year movie career.

Film Synopsis (Not Rated): All musically gifted race driver Lucky Jackson (Elvis Presley) wants in Las Vegas is to score enough money for a new car motor so he can win the Grand Prix. When he encounters sexy swimming instructor Rusty (Ann-Margret), he considers staying around longer. After Lucky loses his winnings in the hotel pool, he’s forced to remain in Vegas long enough to win back his dough – but now he also wants to win Rusty’s heart. Unfortunately, so does his slick racing enemy, Elmo (Cesare Danova).

For complete details and ticket information, visit https://theloopflb.com/events/all-shook-up-the-legend-live-on/

1st Concert of the Year: Icewear Vezzo 1/1/23

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1st Concert of the Year: Icewear Vezzo
Sunday, 01/01/2023-, 10:00 pm-05:00 am
G5ive Miami
337 Northwest 170th Street,
North Miami Beach, Florida, 33169
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Cost: General Admission: USD 50.00

The 1st Concert of 2023! New Year’s Day! ICEWEAR VEZZO LIVE ON STAGE! The World’s Most Famous Strip Club, King of Diamonds! Tickets On Sale Now!

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Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/1471692-0?pid=4662

“Good Times” Exhibition Opening Reception plus Resident Night at Oolite Arts 1/13/23

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“Good Times” Exhibition Opening Reception plus Resident Night at Oolite Arts
Wednesday, 01/18/2023-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
Oolite Arts
924 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: Free

Join Oolite Arts for the opening reception of Chris Friday’s solo exhibition, “Good Times,” curated by Laura Novoa. At the free event, attendees can also visit the studios of resident artists to gain insight into their creative practices. The reception will take place from 7 – 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, at 924 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139. RSVP at https://oolitearts.org/event/good-times-exhibition-opening-reception-resident-night/ | 305-674-8278

The Spirit of Goodwill Band 1/8/23

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The Spirit of Goodwill Band
Sunday, 01/08/2023-01/08/2023, 11:30 am-12:15 pm
Power Access Main Stage
1100 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Eventbrite
Cost: FREE

The Spirit of Goodwill Band
The Spirit of Goodwill band, made up of people with a variety of disabilities – come together to play beautiful music. Their journey is one filled with setbacks, victories and—ultimately—growth as individuals. Their joy of participation and sense of empowerment shows on each musician’s face as they play.
This disciplined group of men and women, with their own style of music, has much more to give than just a great sound. They offer inspiration and the message of music’s nurturing powers for people with and without disabilities. This band is about a fundamental need of people just wanting to belong, to be accepted. Participating in the band is their way of demonstrating to both themselves and their critics that they have something to contribute to society: skills, talent and commitment. The band proves to be an important life lesson of hope and courage.
Spirit of Goodwill Band
Performances by musical artists, Power Access Scholarship winner, Marnel Jean
Wendy Pedersen Quintet
Sammy Figueroa presents A Tribute to Cal Tjader
Mike LeDonne Groover Quartet
Gafieira Rio Miami

Pinecrest Gardens Presents “The Puppets Magical Garden Show” 1/7/23, 3/25/23, 4/8/23

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Pinecrest Gardens Presents “The Puppets Magical Garden Show”
Saturday, 01/07/2023-04/08/2023, 03:00 pm-04:00 pm
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road,
Pinecrest, Florida, 33156
Website
Cost: $10/children 2-12; $/seniors; $15/adults

Join Pinecrest Gardens for “The Puppets Magical Garden”, a three-act, family-friendly show featuring different puppet show genres including the presentation of the enchanted horse story extracted from the work of the “1001 Nights” fairy tale, performed through music and puppet animation. The show’s characters will spur the imagination and lead visitors to the mysterious world, where the characters live. “The Puppets Magical Garden Show” will take place at 3 p.m. on January 7, March 25 and April 8, 2023, in the Banyan Bowl. Tickets cost $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, and $10 for children (ages 2-10 years old). Tickets include admission to the show and entrance to the Garden. Purchase tickets at www.pinecrestgardens.org/puppet. Pinecrest Gardens is located at 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest, FL 33156 | 305-669-6990

Visits from Santa with Snow & Music at Gulfstream Park Village 12/24/22

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Visits from Santa with Snow & Music at Gulfstream Park Village
Saturday, 12/24/2022-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Gulfstream Park Village
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
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Cost: Free

Santa will be making his list and checking it twice! From Nov. 26 – Dec. 24, 2022, Santa Claus is making scheduled visits to Gulfstream Park Village, where families are invited to partake in the festivities and share their Christmas wish lists with the jolly old elf.

Available on a first come, first serve basis, Santa will be stationed in the ground level Village Center on select dates from 6-9 p.m. and from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. on December 10. While in line, families can enjoy music and the open-air lifestyle center’s Symphony in Lights festival running daily through Dec. 31. With the grounds illuminated in more than 250,000 LED lights, this amazing spectacle will be set to the sounds of holiday favorites from yesterday and today. A 10-minute light show takes place at the top of every hour from 6-11 p.m. and will feature snow for a magical effect.

In addition to visiting with Santa and taking in the awe-inspiring ‘Symphony in Lights’, families can also enjoy shopping, dining and boundless entertainment at Gulfstream Park Village’s open-air setting. The center’s 11 distinct home stores, including BoConcept, Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma, West Elm, Pottery Barn, Z Gallerie, The Container Store, Bang & Olufsen and many others, offer the very best in holiday décor, entertaining and gifts. Dining destinations, including Yard House, Texas de Brazil, Christine Lee’s, Pastry Is Art, Häagen-Dazs and more offer a delicious break from holiday shopping.

A full directory of shops, restaurants and entertainment can be viewed at gulfstreampark.com.

When:

· Saturday, Nov. 26

· Saturday, Dec. 3

· Saturday, Dec. 10 (6:30-9:30 p.m.)

· Saturday, Dec. 17

· Tuesday, Dec. 20

· Wednesday, Dec. 21

· Saturday, Dec. 24

Santa visits take place 6-9 p.m. except for December 10 where the visit will be from 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Showtimes for Symphony in Lights Festival are at the top of each hour from 6 – 11 p.m. daily through Dec. 31.

More information can be found at: gulfstreampark.com/events

The Adventures of the Three Mess-Keteers Sensory Inclusive Performance 1/7/23

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The Adventures of the Three Mess-Keteers Sensory Inclusive Performance
Saturday, 01/07/2023-, 02:00 pm-
Sandrell Rivers Theater
6103 NW 7th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33127
Website
Cost: $5

Inspired by Alexandre Dumas’ classic novel of camaraderie and loyalty, this educational adaptation teaches environmental respect as it tackles some of the most pressing current ecological issues.
The Kingdom of Clean is in despair! The Duke of Debris has trashed the territory, polluted the ponds and fouled the forests. The Three Mess-keteers are called to rescue their resources and exact environmental justice. The Mess-keteers’ quest takes them to the Kingdom of Clean where the Duke has deployed his nasty knights to destroy the natural treasures of the Kingdom. Can they put a stop to the Dirty Duke’s deeds and rescue the land?
Physical comedy, audience participation, and even a bit of exciting swordplay, bring this adventure to life as the children learn that when it comes to the environment, it’s “all for one and one for all”!

When: Sat, Jan 7 @ 2 PM
Where: Sandrell Rivers Theater
6103 NW 7th Ave, Miami FL 33127
FREE Parking Garage:6104 NW 6th CT Miami, FL
Tickets: $5
https://tickets.ftfshows.com/TheatreManager/1/tmEvent/tmEvent789.html

ACCESS@SRT: Equity. Fantasy Theatre Factory is committed to bringing the arts to all in our community. If you need free or reduced-price tickets for a Fantasy Theatre Factory production, give us a call to reserve your ticket (305-284-8872).

Sponsor List: Miami Dade County, and Cultural Builds Miami

COVID Guidelines: Read our guidelines: https://www.sandrellriverstheater.com/reopening

ADA Accommodations: It is our policy to comply with all of the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request materials in accessible format, and/or any accommodation to attend any Fantasy Theatre Factory event, please contact Evelyn

G – Suitable for viewing by all ages

Funding Arts Broward’s “Black & White: A Night At The Museum” 1/9/23

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Funding Arts Broward’s “Black & White: A Night At The Museum”
Monday, 01/09/2023-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
1 East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: $85

Funding Arts Broward (FAB), celebrating 20 years of preserving and cultivating the arts in Broward County, will present its sixth annual “Black & White: A Night At The Museum” special event on Monday, January 9, from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. This cocktail party at NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale will feature exclusive exhibit tours, live entertainment by Dillard High School Center for the Arts students and DJ Israel Charles, Champagne, culinary delights, and a decadent dessert table. Guests are encouraged to dress in their favorite black and white cocktail attire.

Attendees will have the opportunity to experience Kathia St. Hilaire: Immaterial Being at the NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale on a private tour by Bonnie Clearwater, director and chief curator of NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale. This exhibition addresses the artist’s personal transcultural experience and material experimentation. Her interest in matter and process goes beyond a formal, visual concern, as it simultaneously creates a space in which to address the concept of the painting’s surface as it connects to the understanding of skin, color and race. These critical notions are at the center of the artist’s practice and the broader Haitian narrative she seeks to tell.

West Palm Beach native Kathia St. Hilaire‘s work portrays tender images of family gatherings, children at play, celestial bodies, scenes of death, and distinct Haitian iconography. Her visual language is enhanced by the ornate, textured surfaces on which these images appear. The distinct constructions are composed through a lattice framework of linoleum panels, sewn together to form quilt-like formations resembling ceremonial Haitian Vodun flags. St. Hilaire refers to her signature surface making technique as reduction relief printing. This laborious crafting method combines an array of materials such as cosmetics, textiles, detritus, jewelry, enamels and metals, which together form a haptic, abstract collage. These intricate and ethereal backgrounds become the stage for the artist’s figurative imagery.

Included in this evening will be an exclusive tour of Scott Covert: I Had a Wonderful Life. I Had a Wonderful Life is the first solo museum exhibition dedicated to New Jersey-born artist Scott Covert. This presentation of Covert’s 40-year-long practice will center on his Monument Paintings, which the artist began making in 1985. Covert, a legendary figure within the eighties East Village art scene, forms his abstract compositions through the Victorian tradition of grave rubbing, in which an impression is lifted from the honorary reliefs on tombstones. With the cemeteries of the world serving as his itinerant studio, Covert has dedicated his life to visiting the resting places of what he calls “people of character.” The title of this exhibition is taken from the headstone of the quintessential aristocrat, Brooke Astor. These final words are not mournful, but joyous. Their uplifting sentiment resonates with Covert’s attitude towards his art. Each work is a celebration, a signifier of life, memory and profound experience.

Both exhibitions are curated by the Museum’s Bryant-Taylor Curator, Ariella Wolens.

“Black & White: A Night At The Museum” is open to FAB members, friends and public supporters of the arts. Tickets are $85 per person and are available at fabfunevents@gmail.com. For more information, please call (954) 353-7673 or email fundingartsbroward@gmail.com.

Meet Author Donn R. Colee, Jr. at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories” 1/17/23

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Meet Author Donn R. Colee, Jr. at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories”
Tuesday, 01/17/2023-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW 2nd Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, celebrating 60 years of stewardship of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present a free book signing and meet & greet with Donn R. Colee, Jr., author of “Legends & Lore of Fort Lauderdale’s New River” (Arcadia Publishing/The History Press), on Tuesday, January 17, from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Colee’s appearance is part of History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories,” a meet the author monthly series that offers literary and history enthusiasts a chance to speak with local authors, purchase their latest releases and have them signed.

Colee Jr. is a seventh-generation Floridian and a direct descendent of George Colee, who immigrated to the St. Augustine area from England in 1821. Donn grew up in Orlando but frequently visited relatives in the ancient city, where his curiosity was piqued by stories about a massacre of long-ago family members at Fort Lauderdale’s New River. While the “Colee Massacre” story was later debunked, it refused to die. His “Legends & Lore of Fort Lauderdale’s New River” began as an attempt to finally resolve the last vestiges of that myth, but the power of New River quickly propelled the book to become a history of the river, its fascinating people, and the transformation of its wilderness into a metropolis. This is his second book. His first, “Towers in the Sand,” is the history of radio and television stations in Florida and the people who brought them to life. His family has been engaged in Florida broadcasting for three generations.

Colee is a member of the Florida Historical Society, History Fort Lauderdale, St. Augustine Historical Society and Historical Society of Palm Beach County. He is a former commissioner of the Florida Inland Navigation District, the state agency responsible for maintenance and improvements of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway from Fernandina Beach to Key Biscayne. It was built by a company that was cofounded in 1881 by his great-great-great-grandfather, who became its civil engineer. Donn and his wife, Martha, reside in Palm Beach Gardens.

Upcoming authors in the “Florida Scribes & Stories” series include Mike McGinnis and Jeff Davies on February 11. Additional novelists and dates will be announced. Guests may RSVP at bit.ly/HFLFloridaScribesColee2023.

History Fort Lauderdale is proud to host a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. Permanent exhibits include “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts,” a visual narrative weaving the story of the ever-changing use of Fort Lauderdale’s waterways by following the strokes of the first people to today’s sightseers, “The Bryans of Fort Lauderdale” which allows visitors to experience the story of the City of Fort Lauderdale as told through the pioneer family that shaped its development from an agricultural outpost in 1896 to a bustling city in the 1920s to its current status as a leading Metropolis, “Juliette Lange: A Portrait of a Mezzo Soprano,” a fashion and lifestyle glimpse of the socially prominent Fort Lauderdale resident with a lauded career as a star vocalist of musical comedy, plus “Archaeology of the New River” and a multitude of stories and photos sharing the history of other founding families of Fort Lauderdale. The nonprofit museum also hosts an artists’ collective collaborative space.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

1AM New Year’s Eve at the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel 12/31/22

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1AM New Year’s Eve at the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel
Saturday, 12/31/2022-, 09:00 pm-02:00 am
Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel
Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, 1717 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: $50-$1500

A Night In Wonderland. Not your average 1AM! One of Miami’s most infamous parties returns for a special NYE celebration at the iconic Surfcomber hotel. Join us for a whimsical night under the stars with your favorite DJs and special guests, hosted by yours truly, YesJulz, and amazing Miami curators Octavia Yearwood, BabyMommaFit, & IKnowBilly.

La Fuga Fridays 12/23/22

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La Fuga Fridays
Friday, 12/23/2022-12/22/2023, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
2900 Riomar Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Eventbrite
Cost: Free

Start the weekend off right at Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort’s on-site restaurant, La Fuga. Every Friday from 7-10 p.m., enjoy soothing tunes from a live acoustic guitarist, plus a diverse menu of modern coastal Italian cuisine and a wide selection of wines. Guests are welcome to enjoy plush lounge seating at the restaurant’s outdoor patio and indulge in scenic views of the hotel’s courtyard with sips and bites.

To make a dinner reservation, please visit OpenTable.

About the hotel:
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is a boutique hotel channeling an elevated and vibrant atmosphere with an art deco flair. Located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, the resort is just steps away from the blissful ocean and off the Intracoastal Waterway with a perfect birds-eye view of the city’s boating life. The onsite restaurant, La Fuga meaning “the escape,” has a diverse menu of modern, coastal Italian cuisine by Chef Michael Mayer.

Break Beat Wednesdays 12/21/22

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Break Beat Wednesdays
Wednesday, 12/21/2022-12/20/2023, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
2900 Riomar Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Eventbrite
Cost: Free

Rewind and relax midweek at Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort’s on-site restaurant La Fuga featuring beats by a rotating lineup of vinyl DJs and 50% off select bottles of wine. Every Wednesday from 7-10 p.m., catch the vibes on La Fuga’s outdoor patio and recharge for the last leg of the week. La Fuga features a plush outdoor lounge in the restaurant’s al fresco patio to sit back and enjoy views of the hotel’s scenic courtyard.

To make a dinner reservation, please visit OpenTable.

About the hotel:
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is a boutique hotel channeling an elevated and vibrant atmosphere with an art deco flair. Located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, the resort is just steps from the blissful ocean and Intracoastal Waterway, offering a perfect bird’s-eye view of the city’s boating life. The on-site restaurant La Fuga, meaning “the escape,” has a diverse menu of modern coastal Italian cuisine by Chef Michael Mayer.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Shostakovich, Gottsch and Great Opera Arias 1/28/23

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Shostakovich, Gottsch and Great Opera Arias
Saturday, 01/28/2023-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Tennessee Williams Theatre
5901 College Rd,
Key West, Florida, 33040
Website
Cost: Tickets start at just $25 for the concert at Tennessee Williams Theatre

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s (SFSO) 25th anniversary season continues to shine with Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9, the world premiere of Ocklawaha by composer-in-residence John Gottsch, and a selection of great opera arias from Puccini, Verdi, and Lara. Led by Music Director Sebrina María Alfonso with guest soloists Catalina Cuervo, soprano, and Adam Diegel, tenor, the Masterworks program is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on January 28, opening the season at Tennessee Williams Theatre at The College of the Florida Keys in Key West.

Originally intended to be to a grandiose piece that would glorify Stalin’s regime and Russian victory over the Nazis in 1945, Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9 rendered a more complex, thoughtful and sometimes carefree composition. The composer was known for his resistance to the Soviet rule and his subversion tactics often promising to compose the piece the regime wanted while actually giving it something else.

SFSO’s composer-in-residence John Gottsch will present the world premiere of Ocklawaha. The Ocklawaha is a river originating in the lakes of central Florida and flowing north through some of the most mysterious, wild, and breathtakingly beautiful parts of the state. As a young boy, the composer traveled the Ocklawaha with his father, learning the history of the river and surrounding lakes, that brought to life on passing shores, the escaped slaves, Seminole warriors, and a Civil War battle. The musical narrative brings to life the storied struggles of Florida’s Native American ancestors through thoughtfully arranged orchestral movements.

John D. Gottsch was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and moved to Florida with his family, shortly thereafter. He spent his youth in the lake country of the Sunshine State traveling extensively and observing natural habitats. These explorations of Florida gave him an enduring love for its beauty and wildlife. He has been a lifelong composer and a number of his compositions reflect his deep appreciation of the outdoors. Last year, SFSO premiered the live performance of Gottsch’s original composition Princess Yurievskaya, and in 2020, SFSO premiered Sunset, both of which were featured on Gottsch’s 2020 debut album released by Naxos Records, the world’s leading classical music label. SFSO also performed Gottsch’s Bagatelles for Violin & Piano as part of its Summer With the Symphony Series in June 2021. His piano suite, Homosassa, premiered in Palm Beach in 2020. His piano quintet, Maryland Hunt, premiered at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Washington, DC in 2018 and has been performed in Philadelphia, Vienna, Rotterdam and Baltimore. Gottsch, a full-time doctor, now splits his time between Baltimore and Key West.

In addition, the program includes with a selection of great opera arias performed by Catalina Cuervo and Adam Diegel – Puccini’s “O Mio Babbino Caro,” “Un Bel Dì, Vedremo,” and “O Soave Fanciulla,” Agustín Lara’s “Granada,” Verdi’s “La Donna è Mobile” and “Brindisi” (The Drinking Song from La Traviata).

Upcoming SFSO concerts include Brahms, Sibelius and Berlioz on February 18 and an all Dvořák program on March 25.

Tickets for the Masterworks II program at Tennessee Williams Theatre at The College of the Florida Keys start at $25. Tickets may be purchased by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/2022-23-season or by calling (954) 522-8445.

For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Shostakovich, Gottsch and Great Opera Arias 1/25/23

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Shostakovich, Gottsch and Great Opera Arias
Wednesday, 01/25/2023-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
The Parker (Parker Playhouse)
707 NE 8th Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Tickets start at just $15 for individual concerts at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s (SFSO) 25th anniversary season continues to shine with Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9, the world premiere of Ocklawaha by composer-in-residence John Gottsch, and a selection of great opera arias from Puccini, Verdi, and Lara. Led by Music Director Sebrina María Alfonso with guest soloists Catalina Cuervo, soprano, and Adam Diegel, tenor, the Masterworks program is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on January 25 at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale.

Originally intended to be to a grandiose piece that would glorify Stalin’s regime and Russian victory over the Nazis in 1945, Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9 rendered a more complex, thoughtful and sometimes carefree composition. The composer was known for his resistance to the Soviet rule and his subversion tactics often promising to compose the piece the regime wanted while actually giving it something else.

SFSO’s composer-in-residence John Gottsch will present the world premiere of Ocklawaha. The Ocklawaha is a river originating in the lakes of central Florida and flowing north through some of the most mysterious, wild, and breathtakingly beautiful parts of the state. As a young boy, the composer traveled the Ocklawaha with his father, learning the history of the river and surrounding lakes, that brought to life on passing shores, the escaped slaves, Seminole warriors, and a Civil War battle. The musical narrative brings to life the storied struggles of Florida’s Native American ancestors through thoughtfully arranged orchestral movements.

John D. Gottsch was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and moved to Florida with his family, shortly thereafter. He spent his youth in the lake country of the Sunshine State traveling extensively and observing natural habitats. These explorations of Florida gave him an enduring love for its beauty and wildlife. He has been a lifelong composer and a number of his compositions reflect his deep appreciation of the outdoors. Last year, SFSO premiered the live performance of Gottsch’s original composition Princess Yurievskaya, and in 2020, SFSO premiered Sunset, both of which were featured on Gottsch’s 2020 debut album released by Naxos Records, the world’s leading classical music label. SFSO also performed Gottsch’s Bagatelles for Violin & Piano as part of its Summer With the Symphony Series in June 2021. His piano suite, Homosassa, premiered in Palm Beach in 2020. His piano quintet, Maryland Hunt, premiered at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Washington, DC in 2018 and has been performed in Philadelphia, Vienna, Rotterdam and Baltimore. Gottsch, a full-time doctor, now splits his time between Baltimore and Key West.

In addition, the program includes with a selection of great opera arias performed by Catalina Cuervo and Adam Diegel – Puccini’s “O Mio Babbino Caro,” “Un Bel Dì, Vedremo,” and “O Soave Fanciulla,” Agustín Lara’s “Granada,” Verdi’s “La Donna è Mobile” and “Brindisi” (The Drinking Song from La Traviata).

Upcoming SFSO concerts include Brahms, Sibelius and Berlioz on February 15, an all Dvořák program on March 22 and season closer Rachmaninoff and Bruckner on April 26.

Tickets for the Masterworks II program start at $15 for The Parker. Tickets may be purchased by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/2022-23-season or by calling (954) 522-8445.

For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Shostakovich, Gottsch and Great Opera Arias 1/24/23

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Shostakovich, Gottsch and Great Opera Arias
Tuesday, 01/24/2023-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
New World Center
500 17th Street,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Tickets start at just $25 for the concert at New World Center

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s (SFSO) 25th anniversary season continues to shine with Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9, the world premiere of Ocklawaha by composer-in-residence John Gottsch, and a selection of great opera arias from Puccini, Verdi, and Lara. Led by Music Director Sebrina María Alfonso with guest soloists Catalina Cuervo, soprano, and Adam Diegel, tenor, the Masterworks program is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on January 24 at New World Center in Miami Beach.

Originally intended to be to a grandiose piece that would glorify Stalin’s regime and Russian victory over the Nazis in 1945, Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 9 rendered a more complex, thoughtful and sometimes carefree composition. The composer was known for his resistance to the Soviet rule and his subversion tactics often promising to compose the piece the regime wanted while actually giving it something else.

SFSO’s composer-in-residence John Gottsch will present the world premiere of Ocklawaha. The Ocklawaha is a river originating in the lakes of central Florida and flowing north through some of the most mysterious, wild, and breathtakingly beautiful parts of the state. As a young boy, the composer traveled the Ocklawaha with his father, learning the history of the river and surrounding lakes, that brought to life on passing shores, the escaped slaves, Seminole warriors, and a Civil War battle. The musical narrative brings to life the storied struggles of Florida’s Native American ancestors through thoughtfully arranged orchestral movements.

John D. Gottsch was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and moved to Florida with his family, shortly thereafter. He spent his youth in the lake country of the Sunshine State traveling extensively and observing natural habitats. These explorations of Florida gave him an enduring love for its beauty and wildlife. He has been a lifelong composer and a number of his compositions reflect his deep appreciation of the outdoors. Last year, SFSO premiered the live performance of Gottsch’s original composition Princess Yurievskaya, and in 2020, SFSO premiered Sunset, both of which were featured on Gottsch’s 2020 debut album released by Naxos Records, the world’s leading classical music label. SFSO also performed Gottsch’s Bagatelles for Violin & Piano as part of its Summer With the Symphony Series in June 2021. His piano suite, Homosassa, premiered in Palm Beach in 2020. His piano quintet, Maryland Hunt, premiered at the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Washington, DC in 2018 and has been performed in Philadelphia, Vienna, Rotterdam and Baltimore. Gottsch, a full-time doctor, now splits his time between Baltimore and Key West.

In addition, the program includes with a selection of great opera arias performed by Catalina Cuervo and Adam Diegel – Puccini’s “O Mio Babbino Caro,” “Un Bel Dì, Vedremo,” and “O Soave Fanciulla,” Agustín Lara’s “Granada,” Verdi’s “La Donna è Mobile” and “Brindisi” (The Drinking Song from La Traviata).

Tickets for the Masterworks II program start at $25 for New World Center. Tickets may be purchased by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/2022-23-season or by calling (954) 522-8445.

For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

New Year’s Eve ft. Malone at The Sagamore Hotel 12/31/22

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New Year’s Eve ft. Malone at The Sagamore Hotel
Saturday, 12/31/2022-, 09:00 pm-02:00 am
Sagamore Hotel
1671 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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This New Years Eve, dance, drink, party and lounge poolside at the historic Sagamore Hotel, an Art Deco gem in the heart of South Beach, during their end-of-year celebration. From 9 p.m. to 2 a.m., guests will enjoy a night to remember with quintessential Miami vibes at the lavish, Art Deco-inspired oceanfront deck – including an extensive deep house lineup with a headlining set from DJ, Malone, a premium open bar, world-class entertainment, dazzling fireworks, incredible activations and a few surprises in store. To purchase tickets, please visit Posh.

A Rockin’ NYE Rooftop Party at Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale 12/31/22

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A Rockin’ NYE Rooftop Party at Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale
Saturday, 12/31/2022-01/01/2023, 08:00 pm-12:00 am
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
2900 Riomar Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Free

Join in on the New Year’s Eve festivities at Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale’s rooftop from 8 p.m. to 12 a.m. Kick off the night with a welcome drink and indulge in passed appetizers from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. while counting down to the New Year. Revel in the Intracoastal Waterway and city views with live DJ beats, a complimentary champagne toast and a stunning firework show at midnight to ring in 2023.

PAWS4YOU 2/11/23

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PAWS4YOU
Saturday, 02/11/2023-, 07:00 pm-11:00 pm
JW Marriott Miami
1109 Brickell Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33131
Website
Cost: $500 per person

One of Miami’s most sought-after fundraisers that draws entertainment, celebrities, and sponsors alike, PAWS4you, a 501(c)3 non-profit, volunteer, donor-subsidized animal rescue organization based in Miami, Florida, is hosting its annual fundraising gala on February 11th, 2023. Themed Motown, the Valentine’s weekend event, will present a concert by the Motowners, a popular band that pays homage to The Temptations, Four Tops, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye and more. The glitterati, red-carpet event will also include a cocktail reception, a formal dinner, and a silent auction with luxurious gifts, memorabilia, and vacation packages. This year’s gala honoree is, Norma Jean Abraham and emmy-award-winning journalist and News Anchor, Cynthia Demos, will serve as the master of ceremonies for the star-studded affair. Tickets are $500 per person.

Shorebreak Sunday Swim 12/25/22

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Shorebreak Sunday Swim
Sunday, 12/25/2022-12/24/2023, 12:00 pm-03:00 pm
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach resort
2900 Riomar Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Free

Every Sunday from noon-3 p.m., unwind under the bright SoFlo sun at Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort’s show-stopping rooftop pool and bar while enjoying live beats by a rotating lineup of DJs, a wide range of tasty bites and cocktails, and unmatched views of the Yachting Capital of the World.

About the hotel:
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is a brand new boutique hotel channeling an elevated and vibrant atmosphere with an art deco flair. Located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, the resort is just steps away from the blissful ocean and off the Intracoastal Waterway with a perfect birds-eye view of the city’s boating life. The onsite restaurant, La Fuga meaning “the escape,” has a diverse menu of modern, coastal Italian cuisine by Chef Michael Mayer.

Sunset State of Mind 12/23/22

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Sunset State of Mind
Friday, 12/23/2022-12/23/2023, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
2900 Riomar Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Free

Every Friday and Saturday from 7-10 p.m., catch golden hour on Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort’s breathtaking rooftop for the ultimate sunset views and live beats by a rotating lineup of DJs to set the mood. Celebrate the weekend while enjoying a wide selection of tasty bites and fun cocktails and basking in the views of the Intracoastal Waterway.

About the hotel:
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort is a boutique hotel channeling an elevated and vibrant atmosphere with an art deco flair. Located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale, the resort is just steps away from the blissful ocean and off the Intracoastal Waterway with a perfect birds-eye view of the city’s boating life. The onsite restaurant, La Fuga meaning “the escape,” has a diverse menu of modern, coastal Italian cuisine by Chef Michael Mayer.

1st Concert of the Year: Icewear Vezzo 1/1/23

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1st Concert of the Year: Icewear Vezzo
Sunday, 01/01/2023-, 10:00 pm-05:00 am
G5ive Miami
G5ive Miami, 337 Northwest 170th Street,
North Miami Beach, Florida, 33169
Website
Cost: General Admission: USD 25.00

The 1st Concert of 2023! New Year’s Day! ICEWEAR VEZZO LIVE ON STAGE! The World’s Most Famous Strip Club, King of Diamonds! Tickets On Sale Now!

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Website: https://go.evvnt.com/1471692-0?pid=4662

Category: Live Music | Hip-hop

Suicide Prevention Training 1/12/23

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Suicide Prevention Training
Thursday, 01/12/2023-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm
Website
Cost: Free

Join NAMI Miami-Dade for an evidenced-based suicide prevention training. This training session will teach audience members how to identify a mental health crisis, intervene, and direct the person in crisis to proper care. Learn how to reduce suicidal behavior and help save lives.

Receive a certification with attendance. Free on Zoom. https://bit.ly/NAMIQPR12

Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village 12/23/22

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Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village
Friday, 12/23/2022-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Gulfstream Park Village Center Stage
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: Free

Gulfstream Park’s Music in the Park, featuring the greatest collection of local homegrown performers, will continue through the fall with weekly duos performing outside on Friday and Saturday nights at the Village Center Stage. All show times are from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Below is the full schedule of performers and their descriptions. Performances are subject to change; cancellations may occur due to inclement weather.

Friday, December 23 – FM Duo
Saturday, December 24 – DJ David B.

FM Duo
High energy FM Duo has become synonymous with jaw-dropping entertainment and comes ready to perform with a party mindset. Get ready to dance!

DJ David B
David has been creating unique experiences for children and families since 2001. He has done hundreds of private events for clients and created activations for companies such as Nickelodeon, The Gap, Coconut Grove Arts Festival and the Make A Wish Foundation. He also has won the award for “Best Kids DJ’ from the “best of” issue from Los Angeles Magazine.

For more information, visit:
https://www.gulfstreampark.com/event/entertainment/music-in-the-park

Our Winter Escape Awaits You at DAER Dayclub & Nightclub at The Guitar Hotel 12/22/22 – 2/12/23

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Our Winter Escape Awaits You at DAER Dayclub & Nightclub at The Guitar Hotel
Saturday, 12/22/2022-02/13/2022, 10:00 pm-04:00 am
DAER Dayclub
1 Lucky St,
Hollywood, Florida, 33314
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Do you have the winter blues? If you are dreaming of warm balmy breezes and electric blue skies, then DAER South Florida is the perfect winter escape for you. DAER South Florida launched its Winter Escape offer for travelers looking for warmer weather, a vibrant scene and the ultimate party experience. Now until mid-February winter visitors receive special VIP pricing of up to 60 percent off for Dayclub and Nightclub premium sections.

DAER Nightclub, DAER Dayclub & Rooftop Live redefine the nightlife and day life event scene with top producers and live performances. Introduced by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Florida – the Guitar Hotel, guests can anticipate unforgettable moments, day and night. DAER venues feature cutting-edge audio-visual technology, elevated bottle service and a carefully curated lineup of the world’s most sought-after DJ’s and live artists.

For more information on live performances, New Year’s Eve “The Masquerade” packages and table reservations, call (954) 779-4750 or visit hardrocknightlife.com.

Visit us online at HardRockNightlife.com call (954) 779-4750 or follow us: Facebook: DAER South Florida, Twitter: @DAERSouthFlorida, Instagram: @DAERSouthFL

Anna in the Tropics 1/12/23

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Anna in the Tropics
Thursday, 01/12/2023-02/05/2023, 08:00 pm-
The Colony Theatre
1040 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: $40 – $70

Miami New Drama is preparing to roll out the red carpet on the 20th Anniversary production of the Pulitzer Prize-winning play, Anna in the Tropics. Written by Miami playwright Nilo Cruz, it was commissioned by the New Theatre in Coral Gables back in 2002. Since then, it has made the rounds including London, L.A., and Broadway, and has featured award-winning actors such as Jimmy Smits, Tony Plana, and Lolita Flores, to name a few. After 20 years, Miami will not only get to see it at The Colony Theatre, but this time, they’ll get to experience it with Nilo Cruz as its director for a three-week run between January 12 through February 5, 2023.

The audience will be transported back to 1929 to a Cuban American cigar factory where Cuban migrants labored away hand rolling each cigar, as a hired “lector”, who was traditionally well-dressed and eloquent, would read to them as a form of entertainment. When a new lector enters the scene and begins to read aloud Tolstoy’s Anna Karenina, he unwittingly becomes a catalyst in the lives of his avid listeners and suddenly the lives of the workers begin to parallel the novel. Old traditions and new ways collide while longing, love, and betrayal spark a volatile flame that signals the end of an era.

Anna in the Tropics runs from January 12, 2023, through February 5 at the Colony Theatre (1040 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139) with an opening night scheduled for October 29th. Performances are scheduled Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 pm and Sundays at 3 pm. Tickets ($40 – $70) are on sale at miaminewdrama.org or by calling Miami New Drama’s Box Office at (305) 674 -1040 or email at boxoffice@miaminewdrama.org.

Hyde Beach at SLS South Beach Miami Night Swim New Year’s Day party 2023 1/1/23, 1/2/23

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Hyde Beach at SLS South Beach Miami Night Swim New Year’s Day party 2023
Sunday, 01/01/2023-, 09:00 pm-04:00 am
SLS South Beach Miami
1701 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: GT: Hyde Beach SLS South Beach Night Swim: USD 25.00

Sunday Jan 1st, 2023 – Hyde Beach at SLS South Beach Miami New Year’s Day Swin party 2023 with the hottest radio djs located at 1701 Collins Ave Miami Beach, Miami, FL 33139 (347) 592-0300

Limited Tickets.

Night Swim at Hyde Beach Miami
Already an icon in Los Angeles and Australia, Hyde’s first Miami location keeps its celebrated style and energy going all day in the heart of South Beach at SLS South Beach.

Must be 21 or over with valid ID.

Ticket Price is PER PERSON and includes the following amenities
Admission to the event

GENERAL ADMISSION
$ 25

All sales are final, NO REFUNDS
Must be 21 or over with valid ID
If you cannot make it to the event for any reason the ticket will not be refunded.

All sales are final. No Refunds. No Exceptions.

For more information on New Years Day 2023 Hyde Beach at SLS South Beach Miami party 2023 party tickets call/ text 3475920300

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Otto Santana in Concert 1/28/23

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Otto Santana in Concert
Saturday, 01/28/2023-, 09:00 pm-
Miami-Dade County Auditorium
2901 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida, 33135
Website
Cost: $20

Otto Santana is a Cuban percussionist based in Miami. He has participated in more than forty recordings, including the album “Visualízate” by Gente de Zona, winner of the Latin Grammy Award in 2016. Otto founded the Otto Santana Jazz Trio and was part of the Global Cuba Fest 2022 with Jorge Luis Pacheco. He has worked with iconic Cuban music artists, including Isaac Delgado and Alain Perez. His talent and versatility allow him to move in various genres, providing a personal stamp that makes him unique in the competitive scene of Latin percussion.

Marina by Gretell Barreiro 1/27/23

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Marina by Gretell Barreiro
Friday, 01/27/2023-, 09:00 pm-
Miami-Dade County Auditorium
2901 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida, 33135
Website
Cost: $20

Gretell Barreiro is a Miami-based pianist, singer, songwriter, and actress. “Marina”, her latest record work, in which, in addition to being a composer and performer, she has credits as a producer and arranger, is an audiovisual project that includes an intimate studio album and videos. Her work is multifaceted, moving easily between traditional Cuban and Latin sounds and North American genres such as jazz, funk, and soul. In Miami, she performs as a soloist and is part of the innovative Munir Hossn & Elas project. Gretell has been invited recently to collaborate in concerts with international music icons such as Fito Paez.

José Luis de la Paz presents Introspective Flamenco Guitar Concert 1/21/23

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José Luis de la Paz presents Introspective Flamenco Guitar Concert
Saturday, 01/21/2023-, 08:00 pm-
Miami-Dade County Auditorium
2901 West Flagler Street,
Miami, Florida, 33135
Website
Cost: $48

Award-winning guitarist José Luis presents a brand new work, “Introspective.” 2020 was a year marked by a pandemic, but it also exposed a society in decline and a spiritually impoverished world that cries for change yet is not quite sure of what it wants. It has been a long time since humankind has experienced such a high degree of fragility. It seems that we have lost our North, that we are not capable of taking the reins of this absurd and sordid chaos. Introspective is born amid this absurd and surreal moment. It is born under a necessity provoked by solitude and distance and from a completely personal vision of this “new reality”, of packed trains and of empty theatre, of face masks and hand sanitizer, and confinements.

Gafieira Rio Miami – South Beach Jazz Festival 1/8/23

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Gafieira Rio Miami – South Beach Jazz Festival
Sunday, 01/08/2023-, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm

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Cost: FREE

Gafieira Rio Miami is an 11-piece Brazilian big band created by bassist and Latin Grammy winner Diogo Brown. One of the most in-demand bass players in the industry, Brown has worked with renowned artists such as Laura Pausini, Buika, Nouvelle Vague and Gloria Estefan. To put together this one-of-a-kind samba/jazz big band he called on Latin GRAMMY-nominated saxophonist Dr. Pablo Gil, and also Pedro Carrero, former principal trombonist of the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra. With a powerful 5-piece horn section, plus bass, guitar, drums, percussion and the vocals of Isa Duarte, Gafieira Rio Miami fuses samba, jazz and soul inspired by the 20th century Rio de Janeiro joyous ballroom dance music known as “samba de gafieira.”. The repertoire includes gorgeous arrangements of classics by Gilberto Gil, Djavan, Alcione, Moacir Santos, and more. Get ready to experience the joyous energy of Gafieira Rio Miami!

Gafieira Rio Miami is playing as part of an all-star jazz line-up on Lincoln Road (1100 Lincoln Road). Do not miss the South Beach Jazz Festival’s “Jazz Hits the Road,” a beautiful day of jazz music. The event is free and open to the community – people of all ages will enjoy the show!

Sammy Figueroa presents: A Tribute to Cal Tjader 1/8/23

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Sammy Figueroa presents: A Tribute to Cal Tjader
Sunday, 01/08/2023-, 02:30 pm-04:00 pm
Power Access Main Stage
1100 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

Renowned percussionist and Grammy nominee Sammy Figueroa has long been regarded as one of the world’s great musicians. As one of the music’s leading percussionists, he has played on countless records and is well-known for his versatility in many musical styles.

Figueroa brings his Cal Tjader tribute to the South Beach Jazz Festival. Cal Tjader created one of the most well-known sounds in Latin jazz. He crafted a combination of vibraphones with swinging rhythms of mambo and salsa. This concert will have you out of your seats, smiling and dancing on Lincoln Road.

Sammy Figueroa is playing as part of an all-star jazz line-up on Lincoln Road (1100 Lincoln Road). Do not miss the South Beach Jazz Festival’s “Jazz Hits the Road,” a beautiful day of jazz music.

Free Opening Reception–“The Our Fund Foundation Hall at ArtServe” 1/24/23

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Free Opening Reception–“The Our Fund Foundation Hall at ArtServe”
Tuesday, 01/24/2023-, 06:09 pm-07:30 pm
ArtServe
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Website
Cost: Free

With the goal of creating a safe space at which to hold local LGBTQ community events, the auditorium at ArtServe has been officially renamed as “The Our Fund Foundation Hall at ArtServe.”

“The Our Fund Foundation is one of the top three LGBTQ-focused foundations in the entire nation,” explained ArtServe Executive Director Jason Hughes. “Especially because they’re known for their careful, thorough assessment of partners, we’re honored they chose our space for their investment.”

An opening reception has been planned at ArtServe to introduce the newly renamed venue on Tues., Jan. 24 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The event will feature a special program of artists and arts groups supported by The Our Fund Foundation. To RSVP email wfloresbravo@our-fund.org.

The Our Fund Foundation promotes philanthropy, manages enduring investments and conducts impactful grant-making to improve the lives of those in the LGBTQ community in South Florida.

A diverse slate of future events has already been planned for The Our Fund Foundation Hall at ArtServe throughout 2023. The newly sponsored auditorium recently kicked off the schedule with a guest appearance by onePulse Foundation’s Barbara Poma, who toured Florida in her efforts to memorialize those who died in the 2016 Orlando Pulse nightclub massacre.

“Having a dedicated space helps to galvanize our many community programs,” Our Fund Foundation President David Jobin said. “Knowing there’s a safe place at which the LGBTQ community can gather is a cornerstone of furthering our outreach and ensuring the success of our funding recipients in turn.”

In between Our Fund events, The Our Fund Foundation Hall at ArtServe will be available for booking by other organizations. The flexible space includes a stage, light and sound system, and theater-style or table seating for up to 175 people. To book The Our Fund Foundation Hall at ArtServe, email artserve.org/event-venues.

ArtServe, which is located at 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale, inspires, supports and advances its diverse members, artists and community by promoting artistic development, education and prosperity through the exploration and presentation of the visual and performing arts.

About ArtServe
Named a “2020 Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits, Fort Lauderdale-based ArtServe is an award-winning arts incubator that is advancing the arts for social good as a creative laboratory and hub for experimental artists committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Now in its 35th year, ArtServe has won several awards for innovation in the arts and is supported in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and Florida’s Department of State and the Division of Cultural Affairs. Each year, ArtServe programs contribute tangibly to the region’s economy, helping 2,000+ artists sell their work, build businesses and engage the community. To do that, ArtServe secures financial support through donations, sponsorships and memberships.

About The Our Fund Foundation
Established in 2011, The Our Fund Foundation has grown into the third largest LGBT foundation in the nation. As South Florida’s only LGBT community foundation, Our Fund promotes a culture of philanthropy by uniting donors with organizations advancing lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties and supporting causes within the LGBT community. For more information on The Our Fund Foundation visit our-fund.org or call 954-565-1090.

Island City Stage’s Behind the Red Curtain Community Forum Focusing on Living the Truth 1/9/23

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Island City Stage’s Behind the Red Curtain Community Forum Focusing on Living the Truth
Monday, 01/09/2023-, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Island City Stage
2304 N. Dixie Highway,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: Free

Island City Stage, creating quality professional theatrical experiences focused on the LGBT+ community for a universal audience, is enjoying its 11th South Florida Season, and with it, is the continuation of its popular Behind the Red Curtain community forum series. On January 9, from 6:30 – 8 p.m., the theater company will present “Living the Truth—Seeing the Trans Community Through a Different Lens,” which will precede the opening of “Rotterdam” opening January 19.

The community forum will educate and inspire others about how to interact with transgender, nonbinary and gender diverse people. The open discussion will open hearts and minds by sharing personal triumphs, breaking down barriers, understanding fact vs. fiction and reflecting on personal biases. Guest panelists will be Franchesca D’Amore, board member, Safe Schools South Florida; Nic Zantop, deputy director, Transinclusive Group; Arianna Lint, executive director, Arianna’s Center; Ryan Papciak, MSW, LCSW, SunServe clinical director and Carvelle Estriplet, owner, Carvelle Bikes. This enlightening program will be moderated by David B.Wohlsifer, Ph.D., LCSW, FAU Clinical Instructor and owner of The Boca Raton Center for Psychotherapy.

Rotterdam by John Brittain with co-producer Sue Wilder is a moving and sensitive exploration of gender identity and relationships. Rotterdam tells the story of lesbian couple Alice (Suzanne Ankrum), who is struggling to come out to her parents, and Fiona (Autumn Horne) who tells Alice that she has always identified as a man. What happens next is a bittersweet comedy about gender, sexuality and being a long way from home. The show also features Abbie Fricke and Robert Koutras. Set sponsors are Doug Pew and Don Croxton, costume sponsors are Thomas Nichols and Dan Chadburn and lighting and sound sponsor Scott Bennett. Slated for January 19- February 19, this dramatic play has received outstanding reviews and awards.

Last year, in honor of its 10th anniversary season, Island City Stage created the Behind the Red Curtain public forum series to engage patrons in timely, relevant issues that are both addressed in its productions and affect the South Florida community.

Tickets for “Living the Truth—Seeing the Trans Community Through a Different Lens” are complimentary. Registration is required at islandcitystage.org.

For Island City Stage season and individual show tickets, please visit islandcitystage.org, call (954) 928-9800 or email md@islandcitystage.org. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL and on Instagram at @islandcitystage1.

Visits from Santa with Snow & Music at Gulfstream Park Village 12/17/22

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Visits from Santa with Snow & Music at Gulfstream Park Village
Saturday, 12/17/2022-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Gulfstream Park Village
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: Free

Santa will be making his list and checking it twice! From Nov. 26 – Dec. 24, 2022, Santa Claus is making scheduled visits to Gulfstream Park Village, where families are invited to partake in the festivities and share their Christmas wish lists with the jolly old elf.

Available on a first come, first serve basis, Santa will be stationed in the ground level Village Center on select dates from 6-9 p.m. and from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. on December 10. While in line, families can enjoy music and the open-air lifestyle center’s Symphony in Lights festival running daily through Dec. 31. With the grounds illuminated in more than 250,000 LED lights, this amazing spectacle will be set to the sounds of holiday favorites from yesterday and today. A 10-minute light show takes place at the top of every hour from 6-11 p.m. and will feature snow for a magical effect.

In addition to visiting with Santa and taking in the awe-inspiring ‘Symphony in Lights’, families can also enjoy shopping, dining and boundless entertainment at Gulfstream Park Village’s open-air setting. The center’s 11 distinct home stores, including BoConcept, Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma, West Elm, Pottery Barn, Z Gallerie, The Container Store, Bang & Olufsen and many others, offer the very best in holiday décor, entertaining and gifts. Dining destinations, including Yard House, Texas de Brazil, Christine Lee’s, Pastry Is Art, Häagen-Dazs and more offer a delicious break from holiday shopping.

A full directory of shops, restaurants and entertainment can be viewed at gulfstreampark.com.

When:
· Saturday, Nov. 26
· Saturday, Dec. 3
· Saturday, Dec. 10 (6:30-9:30 p.m.)
· Saturday, Dec. 17
· Tuesday, Dec. 20
· Wednesday, Dec. 21
· Saturday, Dec. 24

Santa visits take place 6-9 p.m. except for December 10 where the visit will be from 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Showtimes for Symphony in Lights Festival are at the top of each hour from 6 – 11 p.m. daily through Dec. 31.

More information can be found at: gulfstreampark.com/events

Circa Humans 2.0 1/28/23

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Circa Humans 2.0
Saturday, 01/28/2023-01/29/2023, 08:00 pm-
The Moss Center
10950 SW 211 St,
Cutler Bay, Florida, 33189
Website
Cost: $27.50 – $47.50; $10 Student Tickets

Internationally acclaimed Australian acrobats push their bodies to the extreme in a tightly woven choreography that blurs the lines between movement, dance, theatre, and circus. An exhilarating experience for the whole family.

Drag in the New Year with Alice Dee at Mehzcla at Balfour Hotel 12/31/22

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Drag in the New Year with Alice Dee at Mehzcla at Balfour Hotel
Saturday, 12/31/2022-01/01/2023, 09:00 pm-01:00 am
Mehzcla Restaurant South Beach at The Balfour Hotel
The Balfour Hotel, 350 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

On Saturday, December 31, The Balfour Hotel invites guests to drag in the New Year with dancing queen Alice Dee at the hotel’s Latin-inspired restaurant Mehzcla from 9 pm to 1 am. Guests will be greeted and gifted with confetti, glow sticks, noise makers, and NYE accessories to welcome the new year in style. The celebration will include a live DJ, $10 Jack Daniel’s shot specials and a $25 Prosecco bottle special. When the clock strikes 12, guests will celebrate the New Year with a complimentary glass of champagne while dancing the night away to the hottest Disco hits. Guests can RSVP on Eventbrite.

Grimmz Fairy Tales 1/22/23

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Grimmz Fairy Tales
Sunday, 01/22/2023-01/22/2023, 04:00 pm-
The Moss Center
10950 SW 211 St,
Cutler Bay, Florida, 33189
Website
Cost: $15 – $20

Two brothers put a modern spin on classic fairy tales with their catchy hip-hop interpretations featuring off-the-chart theatrical effects and captivating dance moves. You will be hooked by their top hits like “Snow White and The Seven Shawties,” and their award-winning song, “Break, Cinderella, Break!”

International Guitar Night 1/21/23

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International Guitar Night
Saturday, 01/21/2023-, 08:00 pm-
The Moss Center
10950 SW 211th St.,
Miami, Florida, 33189
Website
Cost: $35 – $47.50

This one-night festival brings together acoustic guitarists from across the world. Each guitarist performs a solo, while sharing their musical creations and weaving a spellbinding story of how they gained success over the years. Special guests include Finnish guitarist Olli Soikelli and Spanish Flamenco master Jesus Guerrero.

Olujimi Dance Collective: T.W.E.R.K. 1/20/23

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Olujimi Dance Collective: T.W.E.R.K.
Friday, 01/20/2023-01/22/2023, 08:30 pm-
The Moss Center
10950 SW 211 St,
Cutler Bay, Florida, 33189
Website
Cost: $35

T.W.E.R.K. celebrates the bonds that hold us together. Inspiring dancers strive to uplift the lives of black females with their engaging and thought-provoking performance.

Friday, January 20, 2023 at 8:30 p.m.; Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 3:30 p.m.; Saturday, January 21, 2023 at 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, January 22, 2023 at 3:30 p.m.

The World of Musicals 1/20/23

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The World of Musicals
Friday, 01/20/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
The Moss Center
10950 SW 211 St,
Cutler Bay, Florida, 33189
Website
Cost: $35 – $65

From classics by Rodgers and Hammerstein and Stephen Sondheim, to heartrending ballads from Evita, Les Misérables, and Phantom of the Opera and exuberant contemporary favorites from Dirty Dancing, Mamma Mia!, and Sister Act II, the show is guaranteed to be an enthralling theatrical journey for the whole family.

L’viv National Philharmonic: Direct from Ukraine 1/15/23

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L’viv National Philharmonic: Direct from Ukraine
Sunday, 01/15/2023-01/15/2023, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm
The Moss Center
10950 SW 211 St,
Cutler Bay, Florida, 33189
Website
Cost: Free

The Lviv National Philharmonic Orchestra of Ukraine, based in the medieval city of Lviv, was officially established on September 27, 1902. The program: Chamber Symphony No. 3 for Flute and String Orchestra by Yevhen Stankovych; Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16 by Grieg; Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92 by Beethoven.

Wendy Pedersen Quintet – South Beach Jazz Festival 1/8/23

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Wendy Pedersen Quintet – South Beach Jazz Festival
Sunday, 01/08/2023-, 01:00 pm-02:15 pm
Power Access Main Stage
1100 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Eventbrite
Cost: Free

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.

The Wendy Pedersen Quintet is playing as part of an all-star jazz line-up on Lincoln Road (1100 Lincoln Road). Do not miss the South Beach Jazz Festival’s “Jazz Hits the Road,” a beautiful day of jazz music. The event is free and open to the community – people of all ages will enjoy the show!

The schedule includes:
• Spirit of Goodwill Band
• Performances by musical artists, Power Access Scholarship winner, Marnel Jean
• Wendy Pedersen Quintet
• Sammy Figueroa presents A Tribute to Cal Tjader
• Mike LeDonne Groover Quartet
• Gafieira Rio Miami
The event is free, but please RSVP.

The South Beach Jazz Festival takes place in multiple venues throughout South Beach on January 5-8, 2023. The mission of disability awareness is projected through a festival that takes pride in presenting world-renowned musicians from the entire spectrum of jazz, including traditional, contemporary, and Latin American cutting-edge acts. Many of the performances are free and open to the public and outdoors. The sounds of Jazz enliven the city all weekend long and draw residents and tourists to listen, learn and celebrate accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities.

Visit Downtown Doral to Experience the Coca-Cola Annual Christmas Caravan Event 12/17/22

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Visit Downtown Doral to Experience the Coca-Cola Annual Christmas Caravan Event
Saturday, 12/17/2022-, 06:00 pm-11:00 pm
Downtown Doral
8551 NW 53rd St,
Doral, Florida, 33166
Website
Cost: Free

Bring your family to experience holiday joy as the Coca-Cola Caravan stops at Downtown Doral on its 25th anniversary tour. Much like Santa’s sleigh, the Coca-Cola Caravan semi-truck brings with its thousands of sparkling lights and barrels of Christmas cheer.

The caravan will feature a Santa throne and tree display where families can take free pictures with the jolly ol’ man himself. Visitors can also enjoy a sample of Coca-Cola and pick up other giveaways.

In the spirit of the giving season, there will be Toys for Tots donation bins by the tree display; the organization will be collecting unwrapped, new toys for children in the Miami-Dade community.

Mike LeDonne Groover Quartet 1/8/23

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Mike LeDonne Groover Quartet
Sunday, 01/08/2023-01/08/2023, 04:30 pm-06:00 pm
Lincoln Road
1100 Lincoln Road,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Eventbrite
Cost: FREE

Equally formidable on the piano and the Hammond B3 organ, Mike LeDonne made his reputation in the 1990s as an ace accompanist touring and recording with jazz legends such as Milt Jackson, Sonny Rollins, Bobby Hutcherson, and Benny Golson. He established himself on the B3 around the turn of the century, announcing his arrival as a major new voice with 2004’s Smokin’ Out Loud (Savant), a session featuring the band performing at the JHL.
The Mike LeDonne Groover Quartet is playing as part of an all-star jazz line-up on Lincoln Road (1100 Lincoln Road). Do not miss the South Beach Jazz Festival’s “Jazz Hits the Road,” a beautiful day of jazz music. The event is free and open to the community – people of all ages will enjoy the show!
The schedule includes:

• Spirit of Goodwill Band
• Performances by musical artists, Power Access Scholarship winner, Marnel Jean
• Wendy Pedersen Quintet
• Sammy Figueroa presents A Tribute to Cal Tjader
• Mike LeDonne Groover Quartet
• Gafieira Rio Miami
The event is free, but please RSVP.

The South Beach Jazz Festival takes place in multiple venues throughout South Beach on January 5-8, 2023. The mission of disability awareness is projected through a festival that takes pride in presenting world-renowned musicians from the entire spectrum of jazz, including traditional, contemporary, and Latin American cutting-edge acts. Many of the performances are free and open to the public and outdoors. The sounds of Jazz enliven the city all weekend long and draw residents and tourists to listen, learn and celebrate accessibility and inclusion for persons with disabilities.

Christmas Day Brunch at Azzurro Italian Restaurant 12/25/22

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Christmas Day Brunch at Azzurro Italian Restaurant
Sunday, 12/25/2022-, 12:30 pm-03:30 pm
Azzurro Italian Restaurant and Bar at Trump International Beach Resort Miami
18001 Collins Ave,
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida, 33160
Website
Cost: $75

Accompanied by live music, the Christmas Day Brunch will take place on Sunday, December 25 at the resort’s Azzurro Italian Restaurant & Bar inside Trump International Beach Resort Miami. Guests can choose from a selection of “Stocking Stuffers” (salads and appetizers) that will include a calabaza pumpkin bisque with braised beef and potatoes (Little Haiti soup joumou), Italian antipasto, Spanish cured ham, olives, hummus, and artisanal cheeses with Christmas fig chutney, accompanied by a selection of breads and crackers. Santa’s Salad Bar selection will include an Israeli mango and cucumber salad, roasted corn salad with charred pepper vinaigrette, as well as a special Christmas chicken salad. These will be complemented by a variety of greens and a full bar of toppings and dressings for those who prefer to make their own creation.

Seafood lovers can choose from the fully-stocked Seafood Bar, including spiced shrimp cocktail, rock crab claws, king crab legs, smoked salmon, Peruvian tuna and grouper ceviche, and oysters on the half shell with pomegranate pink pepper mignonette. There will of course be a classic Christmas ham, with a sunshine mango and cherry glaze, carved to order. Those who prefer breakfast dishes at brunch can enjoy country-style eggs Benedict served with homemade biscuits. A selection of other dishes will be available, such as pan-seared local grouper with coconut tamarind beurre blanc and prime rib with Santa’s secret spice rub.

The youngest guests will have their own special buffet with favorites such as chicken tenders, French fries, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, macaroni and cheese, and buttered corn. All guests should make sure to save room for dessert with creations such as Yule Log with raspberry jam and spiced buttercream, black forest bites, cinnamon rum bread pudding, and even festive pumpkin “s’mores”.

Brunch will be offered from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. and is $75 per adult and $25 per child. Unlimited champagne, mimosas and Bloody Marys are available for an additional $20 per person. Seating will be available poolside on the terrace or inside the restaurant.

Reservations are recommended – please call 305-692-5771. For more information, visit www.trumpmiami.com.

Society Jazz Night: South Florida Jazz Orchestra directed by Chuck Bergeron with special guest star Grammy-nominated Nicole Henry 1/6/23

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Society Jazz Night: South Florida Jazz Orchestra directed by Chuck Bergeron with special guest star Grammy-nominated Nicole Henry
Friday, 01/06/2023-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
The Bass
2100 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: 75

Enjoy cocktails, mingle and stroll the museum galleries — all while delighting in the sensational big band music of the South Florida Jazz Orchestra led by bassist Dr. Chuck Bergeron. Featuring our own region’s top jazz musicians, the band swings with pulsating energy propelled by outstanding charts and arrangements that showcase brassy instrumentals and scintillating big band jazz including a guest appearance by Power Access Scholarship winner, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Eva Carizza.

Powerhouse Grammy-nominated Jazz vocalist Nicole Henry joins as the special guest star for the evening. Among the jazz world’s most acclaimed performers, Nicole possesses a potent combination of dynamic vocal abilities, impeccable phrasing, and powerful emotional resonance.

Doors Open at 7:00 PM.

Carousel Club’s New Year’s Eve 2023 12/31/22

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Carousel Club’s New Year’s Eve 2023
Saturday, 12/31/2022-01/01/2023, 06:00 pm-03:00 am
Carousel Club
901 S Federal Highway,
Aventura, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: $0-$3600

NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION AT CAROUSEL CLUB

As the clock ticks down to midnight on New Year’s Eve, there is no better place than Carousel Club for a unique and magical celebration! Ring in the New Year at Hallandale Beach & Aventura’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebration EVER!

Limited table reservations, & tickets are now available!

DOORS OPEN: 6:00 PM

For Table Reservations Requests, please CLICK HERE

Enjoy cool cocktails, delicious eats, & exciting entertainment from day-to-night!

EATS BY: Los Altos Taqueria, La Traila Texas Craft Barbecue & Spris Artisan Pizza

DRESS CODE: Proper Dress Attire Required. Venue reserves the right to deny entry at doorman’s discretion.

DOORS: 6:00 PM, EST to 3:00 AM, EST

This event is 21+ only.

Start your magical journey by finding your way to Carousel Club. For more information, click here.

This is a ticketed only event.

Watch The World Cup Final and Brunch with Sweet Liberty this Sunday 12/18/22

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Watch The World Cup Final and Brunch with Sweet Liberty this Sunday
Sunday, 12/18/2022-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Sweet Liberty
237-B 20th Street,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: Free

Come root for your World Cup team on Sunday, December 18. Sweet Liberty will be offering bottomless Rosé and Prosecco until 5 p.m. Doors open at 10 a.m.

Reservations are encouraged and can be made by phone at 305-763-8217. Sweet Liberty is located at 237-B 20th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139.

Live Music Performance by Hollywood Suns at Legends Tavern & Grille Sunrise 12/23/22

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Live Music Performance by Hollywood Suns at Legends Tavern & Grille Sunrise
Friday, 12/23/2022-, 08:00 pm-11:00 pm
Legends Tavern and Grille
10079 W Oakland Park Blv,
Sunrise, Florida, 33351
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Cost: Free

The Hollywood Suns are back at Legends Tavern and Grille’s Sunrise location with a legendary live music performance on Friday, December 23 at 8pm! Arrive early and enjoy Happy Hour specials from 4pm to 7pm, including ½ off Bar Classics and $2 off craft drafts, wine and cocktails.

Grand Opening of The Contemporary: Brand New Senior Living Community in Miami 1/26/23

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Grand Opening of The Contemporary: Brand New Senior Living Community in Miami
Thursday, 01/26/2023-, 04:00 pm-07:00 pm
The Contemporary
9105 SW 24th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33165
Website
Cost: Free

The Contemporary, Miami’s first modern senior living facility in the Westchester suburban community of Miami, is hosting their grand opening on Thursday, January 26, 2023, from 4pm to 7pm. Free and open to the public, the celebration will kick off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony with VIPs and city officials, followed by live entertainment; complimentary appetizers and drinks; gift bags and giveaways; and guided tours of the community, including common areas and apartments within The Contemporary. Complimentary valet parking available. RSVP by January 19 by calling 305.680.0279. Come dance, socialize with new neighbors and get a taste of The Contemporary.

AutoNation Seaglass | A Fort Lauderdale Rosé Experience Presented By The Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Returns To The Sands Of Fort Lauderdale Beach 1/20/23, 1/21/23, 1/22/23

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AutoNation Seaglass | A Fort Lauderdale Rosé Experience Presented By The Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort Returns To The Sands Of Fort Lauderdale Beach
Friday, 01/20/2023-01/22/2023, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
The Beach across from the Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
505 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Website
Cost: $125-$5,5000

(Fort Lauderdale, FL) December 7, 2022 – Tickets are on sale now for the highly anticipated annual AutoNation SEAGLASS | A Fort Lauderdale Rosé Experience presented by The Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort (SEAGLASS), returning to the sands of Fort Lauderdale Beach from January 20-23, 2022. A first-of-its-kind three-day immersive experience, SEAGLASS features more than 30 rosé varietals from the world’s finest wine regions with a grand showcase of wine, spirits, craft beer, and surprise guest chef appearances, perfectly paired with live beats by DJ Anna De Ferren and performances by The Collektives, Spred the Dub and more, all set against the backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. Proceeds from the weekend event will benefit AutoNation’s DRV PNK cancer initiative, which has raised more than $35 million to support cancer research and treatment across South Florida.

Tickets are on sale now starting at $125 for general admission (standard access, all-inclusive food & beverages), $200 for VIP admission (early access, designated VIP area with bar, exclusive bites & sips), and $5,500 for a private cabana (private lounge seating, 10 VIP early access tickets, full access to VIP area, sponsored bottle service). Event days and hours are Friday, January 20, 2023, 7 – 10 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m. for VIP ticket holders); Saturday, January 21, 1 – 4 p.m. (doors open at 12 p.m. for VIP ticket holders); and Sunday, January 22, 2 – 5 p.m. (doors open at 1 p.m. for VIP ticket holders).

In addition to the charitable aspect, all vendors, suppliers, and sponsors taking part in SEAGLASS are committed to ocean conservation and supporting environmental cleanups by implementing the use of sustainable products.

For more information, or to purchase tickets please visit seaglassexperience.com and follow @SeaglassExperience on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. For sponsorship opportunities contact: sponsorship@seaglassexperience.com.

World-Renowned Mathematics Professor and Coach to Speak at American Heritage Schools 12/17/22

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World-Renowned Mathematics Professor and Coach to Speak at American Heritage Schools
Saturday, 12/17/2022-, 12:30 pm-01:30 pm
American Heritage Schools
12200 W Broward Blvd,
Plantation, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: Free

American Heritage Schools is pleased to once again welcome internationally-acclaimed mathematics professor, coach, and entrepreneur Dr. Po-Shen Loh to its Broward campus on Saturday, December 17, in conjunction with the 2022 American Heritage Math Invitational for Middle Schools.
During the invitational at American Heritage Schools, the top-ranked school in the nation in mathematics, middle school mathletes from Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties will compete in two 60-minute tests consisting of material from pre-algebra through geometry, followed by a meet-and-greet with Dr. Loh. Dr. Loh will also host a guest lecture that is open to parents and students throughout the South Florida community.
“It is such a great opportunity for students to hear Dr. Loh speak,” says Dr. Radleigh Santos, American Heritage Schools Competitive Mathematics Head Coach and MIT Graduate. “He is one of the preeminent mathematics coaches and communicators in the world, and it is an honor to host him at our competition.”
Graduating top in his class at California Institute of Technology, Dr. Loh earned his doctorate in mathematics from Princeton University. He has been a math professor at Carnegie Mellon University since 2010. As an academic, he has earned distinctions ranging from an International Mathematical Olympiad silver medal to the United States Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers. As an educator, Dr. Loh was the coach of Carnegie Mellon University’s math team when it achieved its first-ever No. 1 rank among all North American universities and the coach of the USA Math Olympiad team when it achieved its first-ever back-to-back No. 1-rank victories in 2015 and 2016, and then again in 2018 and 2019.
He uses math to devise new solutions to real-world problems and has appeared in national and international newspapers for several discoveries. Dr. Loh runs a program that guides high school math stars to develop extraordinary communication and performance skills while teaching middle and elementary schoolers how to invent their own ways to think about math. He is both a social entrepreneur and a YouTuber with over 17 million views.
“In his speeches, Professor Po-Shen Loh provides an invaluable look into how math can be used to create and implement world-changing ideas,” said Jesse Brodtman, a high school junior at American Heritage Schools. ‘It was at his speech at the American Heritage Palm Beach FAMAT Invitational where I learned about his program for high-schoolers: LIVE. Through my participation in this program, I have been taught to think in new ways, learned to better express my ideas, met an amazing community, and spread my love for mathematics; all while having the time of my life.”
With exceptional representation at the 2022 Mu Alpha Theta National Math Competition, the prestigious American Heritage Schools’ Broward campus is ranked as the No. 1 private school math team in the Nation and the Palm Beach campus as the No. 2 private school math team for the 12thconsecutive year. American Heritage Schools is an independent, non-sectarian, co-educational, college preparatory school in South Florida serving grades Pre-K3 to 12.
Each year, American Heritage Schools offers a limited number of 50% and 100% 4-year tuition scholarships to rising 9th grade students. In addition to performing well on the scholarship exam, qualified candidates are at the top of their class, taking high school classes while in junior high, passionate about their extra-curricular activities, leaders in and out of the classroom, and model citizens in middle school. More information about the scholarship program is here: https://bit.ly/3ElLxYh
The public is invited to attend a guest lecture by Dr. Loh in-person from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. to discuss the topic, “Using Math to Invent in Real Life.”
Anyone interested in attending Dr. Loh’s lecture on December 17 or registering a child to compete in the middle school math competition, please visit: https://bit.ly/3UQLpav
For more information, visit https://bit.ly/3XfoO9g

Gardenia Holiday Market at Nikki Beach 12/17/22

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Gardenia Holiday Market at Nikki Beach
Saturday, 12/17/2022-12/17/2022, 06:00 pm-10:00 pm
Nikki Beach
1 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost:

Walk into a winter wonderland at our European inspired holiday market.
This magical shopping experience will take place during our monthly series, Gardenia, under the twinkling lights of our garden. The experience will feature a variety of local and festive brands that will be selling unique items to help cross gift shopping off your list. “Tis the season.

Santas Circus And Magical Village 12/15/22 – 1/1/23

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Santas Circus And Magical Village
Thursday, 12/15/2022-, 06:00 pm-
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Hollywood, Florida, 33132
Website
Cost:

Santa’s Circus and Magical Village is bringing all the holiday fun to Jungle Island this year with an abundance of merry and spectacular attractions, activities, and performances. Miami welcomes a truly magical Christmas experience this November and December where the holiday comes alive for an interactive walk-through adventure land. Santa’s Circus and Magical Village opens November 26 and welcomes everyone until January 1, 2023.
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Santa’s Circus and Magical Village is pulling out all the stops to help families get in the Christmas spirit under the Miami sun. Sparkling lights, festive music, character appearances, carnival games, and other thoughtfully curated experiences will transport everyone to a Christmas wonderland.
Special activities and experiences that will awe and inspire with polar bears, angels, reindeer, carol singers and more include:

Santa’s Renowned Circus Show
Dazzling Lights
Enchanted Plaza Shows
Holiday Character Appearances
Winter Paradise
Photos with Santa
S’mores Land at The Village
Snow Dance
Hot Cocoa and Churros
Ultimate Santa Experience
Cheerful Holiday Songs
Mrs. Claus Land
Elf’s Toy Factory
Gingerbread Square
North Pole Carnival Games
Bring your letter to Santa

You can expect to meet more than just Santa! Mrs. Claus will join him in the spotlight, after all she plays an important role in preparing Santa’s Village and will even meet with kids to help them write their letter to Santa.
Santa’s Circus Show
Santa and Mrs. Claus have searched the world from North Pole to South Pole to find the most amazing performers and circus acts. They have carefully selected thrilling, fascinating, and breathtaking acts, that will leave patrons on the edge of their seat. The amazing hour-long Christmas Circus Show is brought to life by Live305 Entertainment and is their best yet!

Christmas Eve Drag Brunch 12/24/22

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Christmas Eve Drag Brunch
Saturday, 12/24/2022-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
Hamburger Mary's Wilton Manor
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: no fixed price

Join us for an amazing Christmas Eve Drag Brunch featuring amazing drag performances by our Mary’s cast, delicious food and drinks!
Only one seating at 1pm with showtime at 1:30pm!
Book your table now!

The Restaurant at the Norton Presents Murder at The Museum “Take 2” 12/30/22

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The Restaurant at the Norton Presents Murder at The Museum “Take 2”
Friday, 12/30/2022-, 06:15 pm-09:30 pm
The Restaurant at the Norton Museum of Art
1450 South Dixie Highway,
West Palm Beach, Florida, 33401
Buy Tickets
Cost: $150

The Restaurant at the Norton Museum of Art is wrapping up 2022 with a four-course Murder Myster Dinner honoring the roaring twenties and artist F. Scott Fitzgerald. On Friday, December 30 at 6:15 p.m. rock your best roaring twenties/Gatsby outfit for an all-inclusive dinner party with a side of mystery and suspense. The best dressed will receive a prize of $100! On the menu is:

Amuse Bouche, a smoked salmon rillette and crispy brioche points served with a crème fraîche and caviar

Charred Broccolini Caesar, tossed with baby gem lettuce, charred broccolini, baby heirloom tomato, rosemary croutons, ricotta Salata, fried capers, sun-dried tomatoes and caesar dressing

Chicken Francaise, airline chicken breast served with a haricot vert, oven-dried tomatoes and a lemon beurre blanc

Mandarin Oil Madeleines, with an orange compote and a creamy zabaglione

Cheers to the new year with great food, friends, timeless art and an unforgettable dining experience! Tickets can be purchased on Tock for $150.

New Year’s Eve at Serena at Moxy South Beach 12/31/22

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New Year’s Eve at Serena at Moxy South Beach
Saturday, 12/31/2022-12/31/2022, 06:00 pm-10:00 pm
Moxy South Beach
915 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: $90-$150

Serena at Moxy South Beach will ring in 2023 with the ultimate culinary and cocktail experience for a South Beach New Year’s Eve to remember. With plenty of fun, cool cocktails, and Chef Scott Linquist’s celebrated cuisine, the diverse menus served family style include dishes such as Cobia Aguachile, Esquites, Short Rib Tostada, and Dressed oysters with a sweet dessert finish of Dulce de Leche or Chocolate tart. The evening will also include a live Dj and Mariachis for a sweet serenade into the New Year.

6-7 PM seating | $90 per person | includes four-course dinner | option for unlimited $95 Piper-Heidsieck or $150 Veuve Clicquot

9-10 PM seating | $120 per person | includes four-course dinner | option for unlimited $95 Piper-Heidsieck or $150 Veuve Clicquot

Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village 12/16/22

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Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village
Friday, 12/16/2022-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Gulfstream Park Village Center Stage
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: Free

Gulfstream Park’s Music in the Park, featuring the greatest collection of local homegrown performers, will continue through the fall with weekly duos performing outside on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at the Village Center Stage. All show times are from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Below is the full schedule of performers and their descriptions. Performances are subject to change; cancellations may occur due to inclement weather.

Friday, December 16 – FM Duo
Saturday, December 17 – DJ David B.
Sunday, December 18 – Extasy Duo

FM Duo
High energy FM Duo has become synonymous with jaw-dropping entertainment and comes ready to perform with a party mindset. Get ready to dance!

DJ David B
David has been creating unique experiences for children and families since 2001. He has done hundreds of private events for clients and created activations for companies such as Nickelodeon, The Gap, Coconut Grove Arts Festival and the Make A Wish Foundation. He also has won the award for “Best Kids DJ’ from the “best of” issue from Los Angeles Magazine.

Extasy Duo
Extasy’s young talent gives new life to the classics, while playing all the hits from today’s biggest stars. This band is truly Miami… a synergistic blend of Latin and American cultures with music from both worlds.

For more information, visit:
https://www.gulfstreampark.com/event/entertainment/music-in-the-park

Throwback Drag Brunch 12/17/22

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Throwback Drag Brunch
Saturday, 12/17/2022-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
Hamburger Mary's Wilton Manor
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: no fixed price

Saturday’s Throwback Drag Brunch is dedicated to all your favorite music from back in the day, 70s – 2000s! It’s going to be a total vibe so come sing & dance to your favorite flashback hits!
Showtime at 1:30PM
Bottomless mimosas, delicious food, music and more! Perfect for large groups, celebrations, bachelorette parties, and always a fabulous time!

The Happening: A Theatrical Mixtape, Volume IV: Black Like He 12/16/22, 12/17/22, 12/18/22

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The Happening: A Theatrical Mixtape, Volume IV: Black Like He
Friday, 12/16/2022-12/18/2022, 08:00 pm-
Broward Center for the Performing Arts – Abdo New River Room
201 SW 5th Ave.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
More Information
Cost: $30

A tapestry that explores the intricacies of life through the unique lens of Black men comes to life in The Happening: A Theatrical Mixtape, Volume IV: Black Like He, written and directed by Darius V. Daughtry and featuring some of South Florida’s finest talent.

One of South Florida’s best-known poets, authors, directors and educators, Daughtry weaves together poetry, music and dance to highlight simple moments and complex emotions and revealing a universal humanity.

The Happening: A Theatrical, Volume IV: Black Like He is part of the Broward Center’s Arts for Action: Black Voices initiative, which aims to use the arts as a catalyst to heighten awareness, deepen knowledge, create connections, and elevate the voices of Black creatives in South Florida. The Broward Center’s Arts for Action: Black Voices initiatives this season are presented by Baptist Health and JM Family Enterprises, Inc.

Performances are at 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16; 2 and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 17; and 2 and 6 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18.

Buy tickets online at BrowardCenter.org, or Ticketmaster.com; by phone at 954.462.0222 or in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office.

Golden Solstice New Year’s Eve 12/31/22

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Golden Solstice New Year’s Eve
Saturday, 12/31/2022-01/01/2023, 07:00 pm-02:00 am
Nikki Beach
1 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: $1250-5000

Capture the sun’s energy during nightfall and join us at Nikki Beach Miami Beach’s Golden Solstice New Year’s Eve event. Celebrate Life and experience radiating entertainment including performances by our dance troupe, an extraordinary show and live music. Ring in 2023 under the night sky with our very own fireworks show. It’s all about golden hues and Champagne dreams! See you there.

A Night In Copacabana – New Year’s Eve! 12/31/22

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A Night In Copacabana – New Year’s Eve!
Sunday, 12/31/2022-, 09:00 pm-
Moxy Miami South Beach
915 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: $195-$4000

Join us on our rooftop, The Upside, at Moxy South Beach for our New Year’s Celebration – A Night in Copacabana!

All white dress code, amazing view of the fireworks, premium open bar with music by Tovitz!

Elvis in Concert at The LOOP 2/6/23

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Elvis in Concert at The LOOP
Friday, 01/06/2023-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Las Olas Oceanside Park
3000 E. Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
Website
Cost: Free

Continuing its commitment to welcoming local residents and visitors alike to engage in “Infinite Experiences for Everyone Under the Sun,” The LOOP reimagines its popular Friday Night Sound Waves series, launching the first of its new immersive music weekends with “All Shook Up – A Tribute to Elvis.” Coinciding with the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll’s 88th birthday, the two-day celebration will take place Friday, January 6, and Saturday, January 7, 2023.

Starring internationally acclaimed World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist Cote Deonath, backed by The Double Trouble Band, attendees will enjoy a journey of Presley’s 20+ year music career. From the 1950s when Elvis burst onto the scene to his famed 1968 comeback and concluding with the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas in the 1970s and the Aloha from Hawaii Special – experience what it was like to watch Elvis at his best on stage, for the first time, or again. Deonath is one of the top Elvis Tribute Acts in the world, winning over 15 Grand Champion titles nationally as well as being named the 2018 World Champion in Doc Franklin’s “Images of the King” competition. Sealing his place as one of the top ETAs in America, Cote has placed in the Top 3 in Graceland’s Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Competition over the past four years and is recognized by Elvis Presley Enterprises – Presley’s Estate.

The event is free and open to the public. Reserved Seats are available starting at $15 per person. VIP Weekend Packages are also available for $88/ two people

For complete details and ticket information, visit https://theloopflb.com/events/all-shook-up/

Neon New Year’s Eve Celebration at Gulfstream Park 12/31/22

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Neon New Year’s Eve Celebration at Gulfstream Park
Saturday, 12/31/2022-, 09:00 pm-01:00 pm
Gulfstream Park
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: Free

Ring in the new year at Gulfstream Park! On Saturday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m.-1 a.m., guests are invited to reflect on this past year and celebrate the new year while enjoying food, drinks, music and plenty of entertainment at this family-friendly event. The walking ring will be transformed into a neon nightclub with a laser show along with DJ beats by DJ Mike Locke. 30 Vice, with roots in Miami and Nashville, will perform live and will have guests dancing to the very best in Pop, R&B, Disco, Rock, Latin and Country.

Food items including pizza, pretzels, hot dogs and chicken fingers will be available to purchase from various pop-ups set up in the walking ring. Guests can also visit Gulfstream restaurants Yard House, Christine Lee’s, Bissaleh, Texas de Brazil, Haagen Dazs, and Pastry is Art.

For those looking to get together in a more intimate setting, there will be an elevated private dining option available by ticket purchase. Here, guests can enjoy a 3-course meal and top the night off with a bubbly toast.

Don’t miss the last night of Symphony in Lights! The property will be illuminated with more than 250,000 LED lights, all set to the sounds of holiday favorites and popular music from yesterday and today. A 10-minute light show will begin at the top of every hour from 6-11 p.m.

For more information, visit: https://gulfstreampark.com/event/entertainment/neon-new-years-eve-celebration-or-hallandale-beach-florida

Free entry. Stations with food and drinks available for purchase.
Dinner Packages: $125 per person (all inclusive)
To purchase, visit: https://am.ticketmaster.com/gulfstreampark/nye23

Craig Zinn Automotive Group Collecting New Unwrapped Children’s Toys 12/12/22

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Craig Zinn Automotive Group Collecting New Unwrapped Children’s Toys
Monday, 12/12/2022-12/19/2022, 09:00 am-09:00 pm
Toyota of Hollywood
1841 N. State Road 7,
Hollywood, Florida, 33021
Website
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In the spirit of the giving season, Craig Zinn Automotive Group is collecting new, unwrapped children’s toys at all five of its dealerships, including Toyota of Hollywood, Lexus of Pembroke Pines, Lexus of North Miami, Acura of Pembroke Pines and Subaru of Pembroke Pines, through Monday, Dec. 19. All donations to the toy drive will benefit Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Donations may be dropped off during open hours at any of the five Craig Zinn Automotive Group dealerships.

The Craig Zinn Automotive Group is committed to its ongoing support of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and the work it does to save the lives of children, regardless of age or medical complexity. The holiday toy drive is one of many Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital initiatives supported by the Craig Zinn Automotive Group in a quest to make the community a better place for all.

One Cafe Grand Opening 12/16/22

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One Cafe Grand Opening
Friday, 12/16/2022-, 05:00 pm-07:00 pm
One Cafe
NE 125th St and NE 6th Court,
North Miami, Florida, 33161
Website
Cost:

The North Miami CRA will celebrate the grand opening of One Café, a new Italian bistro that opened its doors in Downtown North Miami. The event will feature complimentary samplings of the restaurant’s menu as well as a special selection of wine and cocktails.

A Night In Copacabana – New Year’s Eve! 12/31/22

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A Night In Copacabana – New Year’s Eve!
Friday, 12/31/2022-01/01/2023, 09:00 pm-02:00 am
Moxy South Beach
915 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: $195-250

Join us on our rooftop, The Upside, at Moxy South Beach for our New Year’s Celebration – A Night in Copacabana!

All white dress code, amazing view of the fireworks, premium open bar with music by Tovitz!

Winter Wonderland Ugly Sweater Party and Toy Drive at Carousel Club 12/16/22

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Winter Wonderland Ugly Sweater Party and Toy Drive at Carousel Club
Friday, 12/16/2022-, 04:00 pm-10:00 pm
Carousel Club
901 S Federal Highway,
Aventura, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: $0-$944

Get transported to a magical world of holiday cheer at Carousel Club’s Winter Wonderland! The whole space is ablaze with thousands of twinkling lights, larger than life décor, and a specialty holiday bar that sets the stage for the most festive atmosphere this holiday season! Join us Friday, December 2nd for our Ugly Sweater Party and toy drive benefiting Voices for Children!

Friday Event Details:

Bring a New, Unwrapped Toy and Receive a Complimentary Specialty Cocktail.
Magic Hour Special (4 PM – 7 PM): 5 for $15 on select beers
Venue Open from 2:00 PM to 3:00 AM
Complimentary Admission RSVPs Available
Since 1984, Voices For Children Foundation has been the safety net for children in foster care. We strive to ensure that every child has a voice in court by providing critical funds for advocacy (through the Miami-Dade Guardian ad Litem Program), basic needs, dignity items, and experiences. To many kids, the holiday season means presents, parties, and fun with family and friends. However, the reality is that there are many kids that won’t have a holiday this year. There are approximately 1,500 children in foster care in Miami-Dade County who continue to go without the simple joys of childhood as their peers. Voices For Children’s Holiday Toy Drive is an easy way to bring smiles to the faces of many underprivileged children this holiday season.

For Table Reservations Requests, please CLICK HERE

Enjoy cool cocktails, delicious eats, & exciting entertainment from day-to-night!

EATS BY: Los Altos Taqueria, La Traila Texas Craft Barbecue & Spris Artisan Pizza

DRESS CODE: Proper Dress Attire Required. Venue reserves the right to deny entry at doorman’s discretion.

DOORS: 2:00 PM, EST to 3:00 AM, EST

Carousel Club is a 21+ venue. Children accompanied by parents welcome before 7 PM.

Start your magical journey by finding your way to Carousel Club. For more information, click here.

Walk Ups Welcome!

Little Lighthouse Foundation Holiday Toy Distribution 12/17/22

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Little Lighthouse Foundation Holiday Toy Distribution
Saturday, 12/17/2022-, 01:30 pm-04:30 pm
North Shore Youth Center
501 72nd Street,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33141
Website
Cost: Free

Celebrate the season of giving by taking part in The Little Lighthouse Foundation’s 13th annual Holiday Toy & Meal Distribution on Saturday, December 17th from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Featuring a christmas tree, life sized snowglobes, arts and crafts stations, photos with Santa Clause and more, the North Shore Youth Center will be transformed into a winter wonderland!

Please use this link www.thelittlelighthouse.org to volunteer.

Sunny Days/Starry Nights: Free First Thursday 1/5/23

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Sunny Days/Starry Nights: Free First Thursday
Thursday, 01/05/2023-, 11:00 am-07:00 pm
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
One East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

Enjoy FREE Museum admission and 2-for-1 All Day Happy Hour on the first Thursday of every month from 11 am to 7 pm during Free First Thursday Sunny Days/Starry Nights.

Mini Muse returns!
4:30 – 6:30 pm
Free drop in art making activities for children inspired by Malcolm Morley.

Starry Nights is presented by Broward Health

Countdown to Christmas Celebration at THesis 12/20/22

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Countdown to Christmas Celebration at THesis
Tuesday, 12/20/2022-, 04:00 pm-06:00 pm
THesis Hotel Miami
1350 S. Dixie Highway,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: Free

The modern-day luxury property, THesis Hotel Miami, invites you to a special holiday celebration on Tuesday, December 20 from 4 – 6 p.m. The Countdown to Christmas celebration will feature fun holiday programming and activations for the entire family, including train rides, a hot chocolate station and cookie station and tons of Christmas surprises. All are welcome to come out and enjoy the holiday festivities!

Friends of United Hatzalah of Israel 3rd Annual Miami Gala 12/20/22

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Friends of United Hatzalah of Israel 3rd Annual Miami Gala
Tuesday, 12/20/2022-, 05:30 pm-
19995 W Country Club Dr, Aventura, FL, 33180
19995 W Country Club Dr,
Aventura, Florida, 33180
RSVP / Register
Cost:

Friends of United Hatzalah of Israel hosts 3rd annual Miami gala on Tuesday, December 20, 2022 at 5:30PM. The evening will honor Andrea and Veronica Bocelli Humanitarian Award with a special intimate performance by Andrea Bocelli. For more information and tickets, visit: https://www.uhmiamigala.com/.

‘Glitter & Gold’ New Year’s Eve Party at W Fort Lauderdale 12/31/22

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‘Glitter & Gold’ New Year’s Eve Party at W Fort Lauderdale
Saturday, 12/31/2022-, 09:00 pm-2:00 am
W Fort Lauderdale
401 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Buy Tickets
Cost: $99+

Kick off the New Year at W Fort Lauderdale’s biggest bash of the season – the “Glitter & Gold” NYE Spectacular! Join us for the most elaborate celebration in town, featuring unparalleled entertainment with live performances by Kerst Lehmann and DJ Amaris, casino games for you to try your luck and more. Your $99 ticket includes a complimentary glass of Moët & Chandon Champagne for a midnight toast, casino table chips, NYE party favors, and complimentary valet parking. Elevated VIP Bottle Experiences are also available for groups. Doors open from 9:00PM-2:00 AM / 21+ and over only. This event will sell out!

MOCA Makers: Printmaking 12/10/22

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MOCA Makers: Printmaking
Saturday, 12/10/2022-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA)
770 NE 125th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33161
Website
Cost: Free

MOCA Makers are a series of adult art workshops, which bring forward an artistically interested public to work with and learn from local artists in South Florida. Topics such as figure drawing, print making, and portrait painting are hosted for all level of participants. Art Packs are available for purchase from the MOCA Shop. This December, participants will be studying printmaking with artist and educator, Vinicius De Oliveira. MOCA Makers courses are made possible with the support from the North Miami CRA.

For more information, please visit:
https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/packagetickets?tab=3&txobjid=1853D4BA-481F-4325-87C0-2FD249951696

Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village 12/9/22

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Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village
Friday, 12/09/2022-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Gulfstream Park Village Center Stage
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: Free

Gulfstream Park’s Music in the Park, featuring the greatest collection of local homegrown performers, will continue through the fall with weekly duos performing outside on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at the Village Center Stage. All show times are from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Below is the full schedule of performers and their descriptions. Performances are subject to change; cancellations may occur due to inclement weather.

Friday, December 9 – Streetlight Duo
Saturday, December 10 – DJ David B.
Sunday, December 11 – Entourage Duo

Streetlight Duo
A dynamic, high energy party band playing all of the hits & keeping the party moving! Streetlight includes some of South Florida’s most talented entertainers & musicians, and delivers a performance that will capture your attention through their dance selections and intimately arranged love songs.

DJ David B
David has been creating unique experiences for children and families since 2001. He has done hundreds of private events for clients and created activations for companies such as Nickelodeon, The Gap, Coconut Grove Arts Festival and the Make A Wish Foundation. He also has won the award for “Best Kids DJ’ from the “best of” issue from Los Angeles Magazine.

Entourage Duo
With homegrown talent from the Magic City, these “Wynwood Kids” have energy to burn. Entourage takes your party to the next level with smash hits from the old school to the new.Entourage has become well known for their dynamic and youthful energy. They have a fun, energetic “college-party” vibe. The band includes 3 lead singers (two males and one female), to liven up the night. In fact, the male lead singer is also a charismatic emcee and host.
For more information, visit:
https://www.gulfstreampark.com/event/entertainment/music-in-the-park

New Year’s Eve Free Play Giveaway at The Casino @ Dania Beach 12/31/22, 1/1/23

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New Year’s Eve Free Play Giveaway at The Casino @ Dania Beach
Saturday, 12/31/2022-01/01/2023, 02:00 pm-12:15 am
The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: Free

Heads up gamers, The Casino @ Dania Beach is celebrating start of 2023 with a special New Year’s Eve Free Play Giveaway on Saturday, December 31 from 2 p.m. – 12:15 a.m. offering guests a chance to win over $12,000 in Free Play.

Players Club members will receive one free entry and receive additional entries for every 50 points earned, starting at 9 a.m. Participants must be present to win.

The Grand Prize drawing of $2,023 in Free Play will be announced for one lucky winner at 12:15 a.m.

This promotion cannot be combined with any other promotion. The Casino @ Dania Beach Players Club Membership is free and guests must be 21 or older to join. Visit the Players Club for more details.

Foreigner’s Journey – The Music of Journey and Foreigner 1/14/23

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Foreigner’s Journey – The Music of Journey and Foreigner
Saturday, 01/14/2023-, 08:00 pm-
Stage 954 at The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $21-$26

Foreigner’s Journey – The Music of Journey and Foreigner will perform at Stage 954 on Saturday, January 14 at 8 p.m. Come rock out with American Idol star, Constantine Maroulis, while the two legendary bands come together to put on an electrifying show. Tickets are $21-$26 and VIP tables are $60 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

Sunday Drag Brunch 12/11/22

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Sunday Drag Brunch
Sunday, 12/11/2022-, 11:30 am-04:00 pm
Hamburger Mary's Wilton Manor
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: no fixed price

Join us for South Florida’s #1 Sunday brunch show!
Brunch With The Divas
Showtimes at 12:00PM & 2:30PM
Bottomless mimosas, delicious food, music and more! Perfect for large groups, celebrations, bachelorette parties, and always a fabulous time!

Saturday’s Dining With The Divas featuring RPDR’s Lala Ri 12/10/22

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Saturday’s Dining With The Divas featuring RPDR’s Lala Ri
Saturday, 12/10/2022-, 07:30 pm-11:00 pm
Hamburger Mary's Wilton Manor
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: no fixed price

Saturday night starts with Dining with the Divas seating at 7:30PM
with showtimes starting at 8:00PM!
And then a 2nd seating of Dining with the Divas seating starts at 9:30PM
with showtimes starting at 10:00pm!
Special guest Rupaul’s Drag Race’s Lala Ri!
BOOK YOUR TABLE RIGHT NOW!
A “SHOW FEE” is applied to all attendee checks at all events to help cover the cost of performers without having to charge large ticket prices. We appreciate your understanding.

Throwback Drag Brunch 12/10/22

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Throwback Drag Brunch
Saturday, 12/10/2022-, 01:30 pm-03:00 pm
Hamburger Mary's Wilton Manor
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: no fixed price

Saturday’s Throwback Drag Brunch is dedicated to all your favorite music from back in the day, 70s – 2000s! It’s going to be a total vibe so come sing & dance to your favorite flashback hits!
Showtime at 1:30PM
Bottomless mimosas, delicious food, music and more! Perfect for large groups, celebrations, bachelorette parties, and always a fabulous time!

Friday’s Drag Dinner: Featuring RPDR’s Lala Ri 12/9/22

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Friday’s Drag Dinner: Featuring RPDR’s Lala Ri
Friday, 12/09/2022-, 07:30 pm-11:00 pm
Hamburger Mary's Wilton Manor
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: no fixed price

Dining with the Divas seating starts at 7:30PM with showtimes at 8pm!

Second seating at 9:30pm with showtime at 10pm!

Special guest: Rupaul’s Drag Race’s Lala Ri!

A “SHOW FEE” is applied to all attendee checks at all events to help cover the cost of performers without having to charge large ticket prices. We appreciate your understanding.

9 Local Filmmakers Debut Their Love Letters to Miami Beach 12/15/22

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9 Local Filmmakers Debut Their Love Letters to Miami Beach
Thursday, 12/22/2022-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
New World Symphony's Soundscape Park
400 17th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost: Free

Earlier this year, Oolite Arts and the City of Miami Beach issued an open call to Miami-based filmmakers to show their affection for the city by entering a “Local Love Letters” film contest. Nine winners each received $5,000 to develop short films featuring Miami Beach as the backdrop. Now, the public can watch the films during a free community event at New World Symphony’s SoundScape Park on Thursday, December 15th from 7 to 9 p.m. RSVP at https://oolitearts.org/event/local-love-letters-premiere/

400 17th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139 | 305-674-8278

Visits from Santa with Snow & Music at Gulfstream Park Village 12/10/22

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Visits from Santa with Snow & Music at Gulfstream Park Village
Saturday, 12/10/2022-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Gulfstream Park Village
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
Website
Cost: Free

Santa will be making his list and checking it twice! From Nov. 26 – Dec. 24, 2022, Santa Claus is making scheduled visits to Gulfstream Park Village, where families are invited to partake in the festivities and share their Christmas wish lists with the jolly old elf.

Available on a first come, first serve basis, Santa will be stationed in the ground level Village Center on select dates from 6-9 p.m. and from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. on December 10. While in line, families can enjoy music and the open-air lifestyle center’s Symphony in Lights festival running daily through Dec. 31. With the grounds illuminated in more than 250,000 LED lights, this amazing spectacle will be set to the sounds of holiday favorites from yesterday and today. A 10-minute light show takes place at the top of every hour from 6-11 p.m. and will feature snow for a magical effect.

In addition to visiting with Santa and taking in the awe-inspiring ‘Symphony in Lights’, families can also enjoy shopping, dining and boundless entertainment at Gulfstream Park Village’s open-air setting. The center’s 11 distinct home stores, including BoConcept, Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma, West Elm, Pottery Barn, Z Gallerie, The Container Store, Bang & Olufsen and many others, offer the very best in holiday décor, entertaining and gifts. Dining destinations, including Yard House, Texas de Brazil, Christine Lee’s, Pastry Is Art, Häagen-Dazs and more offer a delicious break from holiday shopping.

A full directory of shops, restaurants and entertainment can be viewed at gulfstreampark.com.

When:
· Saturday, Nov. 26
· Saturday, Dec. 3
· Saturday, Dec. 10 (6:30-9:30 p.m.)
· Saturday, Dec. 17
· Tuesday, Dec. 20
· Wednesday, Dec. 21
· Saturday, Dec. 24

Santa visits take place 6-9 p.m. except for December 10 where the visit will be from 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Showtimes for Symphony in Lights Festival are at the top of each hour from 6 – 11 p.m. daily through Dec. 31.

More information can be found at: gulfstreampark.com/events

Sushi by Bou Now Open in SLS Brickell 12/13/22

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Sushi by Bou Now Open in SLS Brickell
Tuesday, 12/13/2022-12/13/2023, 05:00 pm-11:00 pm
Sushi by Bou
1300 S Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33130
Website
Cost:

Newly opened on December 1, 2022, Sushi By Bou offers a timed Omakase experience that will keep you coming back for more. Located in the SLS Brickell Hotel, in the heart of Brickell on South Miami Avenue, Sushi By Bou showcases the finest imported Japanese fish with two Omakase options: a 12 course, $60 experience, and a premium offering of 17 courses for $100. Allow our chefs to guide you through our intimate tasting menu while you soak in the luxurious surroundings of our art house inspired decor and design, featuring rich black and gold design elements, ingrained into the elegance of the surrounding SLS Hotel property. Sushi By Bou also offers a selection of craft cocktails, imported sake and fine Japanese spirits. Join us before or after your reservation for drinks and good times in our well-appointed lounge area. (NOTE: Event listing date of “December 13, 2022 to December 13, 2023” represents publishing of this listing. Sushi by Bou is now open Tuesday – Sunday every week indefinitely.)

No H8 Photo Session 12/11/22

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No H8 Photo Session
Sunday, 12/11/2022-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami
7701 SW 76th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33143
Website
Cost: FREE

Join Adam Bouska and Jeff Parshley for a NOH8 photo shoot at UU Miami!
The NOH8 Campaign is a photographic silent protest created by celebrity photographer Adam Bouska and partner Jeff Parshley in direct response to the passage of Proposition 8 in California. Photos feature subjects with duct tape over their mouths, symbolizing their voices being silenced by Prop 8 and similar legislation around the world, with “NOH8” painted on one cheek in protest.
Nine years since its inception, the NOH8 Campaign has grown to over 56,000 faces and continues to grow at an exponential rate. The campaign began with portraits of everyday Californians from all walks of life and soon rose to include politicians, military personnel, newlyweds, law enforcement, artists, celebrities, and many more from across the globe.
Come and have your photos taken to embody your support of the LGBTQ community.
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About Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami
UUMiami is a welcoming, diverse group of individuals who come together for spiritual growth and community. A Spiritual Hub for Progressive Thinkers and Doers in Greater Miami.

George Michael Reborn at The Casino @ Dania Beach 1/28/23

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George Michael Reborn at The Casino @ Dania Beach
Saturday, 01/28/2023-, 08:00 pm-
Stage 954 at The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $25-$35

Join the magnetic Robert Bartko as he performs George Michael Reborn on Saturday, January 28 at 8 p.m. This must-see show encapsulates the energy and charisma of the legendary artist and will have everyone on their feet.

Tickets are $25-$35 and VIP tables are $65 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

Shake Baby Shake at The Casino @ Dania Beach 1/27/23

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Shake Baby Shake at The Casino @ Dania Beach
Friday, 01/27/2023-, 08:00 pm-
Stage 954 at The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $30-$40

Celebrate the ’50’s and ‘60’s rock and roll era with Shake Baby Shake featuring Lance Lipinksy and The Lovettes on Friday, January 27 at 8 p.m. Pumpin’ piano entertainer Lipinsky and his authentic showband the Lovers, tell the story behind the music as the audience is encouraged to dance and request songs in an interactive concert atmosphere.

Tickets are $30-$40 and VIP tables are $65 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

Classic Albums Live Performs Fleetwood Mac “Rumours” 1/21/23

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Classic Albums Live Performs Fleetwood Mac “Rumours”
Saturday, 01/21/2023-, 08:00 pm-
Stage 954 at The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $35-$40

Classic Albums Live Performs Fleetwood Mac “Rumours” on Saturday, January 21 at 8 p.m. performing the entire Grammy award-winning album note for note and cut for cut. These talented professional musicians pair one of rock’s most enduring, beloved bands with one of the most successful and iconic albums in recording history.

Tickets are $35-$40 and VIP tables are $70 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

The Company Men at The Casino @ Dania Beach 1/20/23

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The Company Men at The Casino @ Dania Beach
Friday, 01/20/2023-, 08:00 pm-
Stage 954 at The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $28-$37

Motown meets boyband with The Company Men Timeless Hits Reimagined on Friday, January 20 at 8 p.m. when the four-man band reimagines a mix of old school and modern classic hits.

Tickets are $28-$37 and VIP tables are $65 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

U.S. Stones An Evening with The Rolling Stones 1/7/23

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U.S. Stones An Evening with The Rolling Stones
Saturday, 01/07/2023-, 08:00 pm-
Stage 954 at The Casino @ Dania Beach
301 E Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: $20-$30

The U. S. Stones An Evening with The Rolling Stones are back by popular demand masterfully recreating a classic Rolling Stones concert on Saturday, January 7 at 8 p.m. The U.S. Stones are the only Rolling Stones Tribute Band to feature a clone of a young Mick Jagger complete with his energetic signature moves. Tickets are $20-$30 and VIP tables are $65 pp. Must be 18+ to attend.

Join the Kendra Gives Back Event in benefit of Les Dames d’Escoffier 12/9/22

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Join the Kendra Gives Back Event in benefit of Les Dames d’Escoffier
Friday, 12/09/2022-, 07:00 pm-08:00 pm

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Virtual Location
Cost: Free

Join Les Dames d’Escoffier for a Kendra Scott Virtual Styling Session to raise funds for the organization on Friday, December 9th from 7- 8 pm ET! To participate join the link https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84204574486

For more information: https://ldei.org/

Sundays at the Rancho 1/22/23

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Sundays at the Rancho
Sunday, 01/22/2023-, 03:00 pm-
Rancho Patel
SW 207th Ave,
Homestead, Florida, 33031
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Cost: $195

Four-time James Beard award nominee Chef Niven Patel is the embodiment of farm-to-table dining, residing on his two-acre, Homestead farm aptly dubbed Rancho Patel, where he grows produce for all his restaurants. In a series of tasting events called Sundays at the Rancho, Chef Niven invites you into his home for an intimate culinary experience. The appetizing afternoon begins at 3 p.m. with a welcome cocktail and passed bites. Guests will then take a seat at the table to enjoy a wholesome farm feast, served family style and paired with delicious wines – all set to the rustic natural backdrop of the farm.

Tickets are available via Resy for $195 per person.

Lane Braden Live at Legends Tavern and Grille Deerfield Beach 12/8/22

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Lane Braden Live at Legends Tavern and Grille Deerfield Beach
Thursday, 12/08/2022-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Legends Tavern and Grille
1391 S Military Trail,
Deerfield Beach, Florida, 33442
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Cost: Free

Lane Braden is back again with a Live Solo Performance at Legends Tavern and Grille from 7pm to 10pm! Join us for Happy Hour before the show from 4pm – 7pm and enjoy $2 OFF craft drafts, wine and cocktails, along with half-off Bar Classics!

3rd Annual Holiday Cookie Throw-Down! 12/24/22

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3rd Annual Holiday Cookie Throw-Down!
Saturday, 12/24/2022-, 01:00 pm-04:00 pm
The Marker Key West Harbor Resort
200 William Street,
Key West, Florida, 33040
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

On Saturday, December 24 The Marker Key West Harbor Resort will be hosting the 3rd Annual Holiday Cookie Throw-Down at 1 p.m. where guests can break out their best cookie recipe and submit for the chance to win some amazing prizes. If you’re interested in participating, RSVP by December 20 to rjackson@southernmostresorts.com.

Creativity Exploration: Set Sail 12/10/22

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Creativity Exploration: Set Sail
Saturday, 12/10/2022-12/10/2022, 12:00 pm-01:30 pm
NSU Art Museum
One East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Members $10, Non-members $15

This adult class will be held IN PERSON

Classes are taught by award winning instructor, Lark Keeler.

Reflect upon the waves of change, as well as high and low tides of life that you have experienced. Craft a vessel using mixed media supplies, inspired by the paintings of Malcolm Morley, and celebrate the journey you have made to be here now. Advance reservations are required, space is limited.

Creativity Exploration adult workshops promote the benefits of creative exploration and the mind-to-body experience.

Historic Stranahan House Celebrates Traditional Victorian Christmas with Holiday Tours and Spectacular Décor 12/6/22 – 12/23/22

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Historic Stranahan House Celebrates Traditional Victorian Christmas with Holiday Tours and Spectacular Décor
Tuesday, 12/06/2022-12/23/2022, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
Historic Stranahan House
335 SE 6th Ave,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: 20-25

Take a trip back in time to the Victorian era in the beautifully decorated Historic Stranahan House Museum. During guided tours, scheduled for 6, 7 and 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 20 and Friday, Dec. 23, costumed tour guides will narrate the origins of many holiday traditions and demonstrate how pioneers celebrated Christmas. This year, Stranahan House is also open for self-guided tours from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 16, Saturday, Dec. 17 and Thursday, Dec. 22. Guests can take their own whimsical journey of Christmas past amid picture-perfect Victorian era décor. Costumed tour guides in fabulous gowns and waist coats will be available throughout the museum.

FUGAZ, an Improv Comedy 1/20/23

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FUGAZ, an Improv Comedy
Friday, 01/20/2023-, 08:00 pm-09:30 pm
Koubek Center
2705 SW, 3rd Street,
Miami, Florida, 33135
Buy Tickets
Cost: 15.00

FUGAZ, an Improv Comedy by Osqui Guzmán and Leticia González

Oscar and Leticia have an appointment that they cannot miss. Both experts in improvised comedy, will stage what they do best: they get together to invent crazy stories on the spot. A brief but intense date, like the recipe for the unforgettable. Unique and unrepeatable stories based on suggestions from the audience. A fleeting encounter, impossible to catch in times. A fun and new theatre experience without a doubt.
FREE PARKING
SPANISH PERFORMANCE

Tributes Starring Joe Posa as Joan Rivers and Featuring Seth Sikes 1/14/23

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TRIBUTES Starring Joe Posa as Joan Rivers and Featuring Seth Sikes
Saturday, 01/14/2023-, 08:00 pm-
Sunshine Cathedral Center for the Performing Arts
1480 SW 9th Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33315
Website
Cost: $35; $65 VIP ticket includes premium seating and a meet and greet photo opportunity with both performers

The stars will align when Joe Posa and Seth Sikes unite to perform for one night only in “TRIBUTES,” a loving homage to female leading legends, on Saturday, January 14, at 8 p.m., at the Sunshine Cathedral Center for the Performing Arts (1480 SW 9th Avenue). Tickets for this dynamic duo show are on sale, now.

This new tribute show, produced by the leading men, themselves, will bring two worlds of performance art together: female impersonation and live song. Joe Posa will impersonate Joan Rivers, Barbra Streisand and Liza Minnelli while Seth Sikes will delight audiences with his soulful voice singing of nostalgic tunes made famous by Judy Garland, Bernadette Peters and others.

Joe Posa has made a name for himself in show business, starting his career in musical theater as a performer/dancer featured in the international touring company of West Side Story plus other musicals including Anything Goes, Grease, A Chorus Line and South Pacific. In 1993 (soon to be celebrating his 30th anniversary), he then found his wings as a sought-after female celebrity impersonator. Having performed alongside Ms. Rivers on two separate occasions, Posa was lovingly called by Ms. Rivers, her “favorite Joan Rivers Impersonator.” As a cast member in several productions of “An Evening at La Cage,” he has performed as Barbra Streisand, Liza Minnelli, Gloria Estefan and Michael Jackson. Posa was also Susan Lucci’s Erica Kane character double on ABC’s “All My Children,” as well as Tina Fey’s Liz Lemon character double on NBC’s “30 Rock.” Posa has produced and starred in multiple shows in Provincetown, Puerta Vallarta, Boston, Palm Springs, New York City, London and other cities for nearly 20 years. His productions include, “Guys as Dolls,” “An Evening at the Birdcage,” “Joe Posa Poses,” and “The Bitch is Back!” Also, he has performed at numerous red carpet corporate functions, charity fundraisers and elegant private events.

Seth Sikes is one of New York’s most popular young nightclub performers. Hailed as “the best male singer of his generation” by Theatre Scene, Sikes has been selling out venues since his 2014 debut of “Seth Sikes Sings Judy Garland.” The show recounted how Garland inspired Sikes as a young boy in Paris, Texas, while he belted the legend’s greatest hits backed by a seven-piece band. The show won Broadway World’s Best Tribute Show award and prompted The New York Times to declare, “The performance was a hit with critics and audiences, alike.” The reviewers were equally enthusiastic toward his follow-up show, “Seth Sikes Sings Liza Minnelli.” The New York Post relayed, “It was a heartfelt concert. Sikes has a heap of fans, and his audiences are always tightly packed and brimming with enthusiasm for his booming, jazzy renditions of their favorite songs.” When the Covid pandemic prevented Sikes from performing for live audiences, he created a series of online music video parodies that went viral, viewed by hundreds of thousands. His most recent video, “Ring Them Bells,” was selected to close the globally broadcast Liza Minnelli 75th birthday tribute. Sikes also works in the theatre behind the scenes. He was associate director for “The Band’s Visit” and “The Nance” on Broadway. He directed the original musical “Bunked!” which won Outstanding Musical at the New York International Fringe Festival in 2010, as well as “The 7th Annual Broadway Beauty Pageant.

Tickets for “TRIBUTES” start at $35 with a $65 VIP ticket including premium seating and a meet and greet photo opportunity with both performers. To purchase tickets, visit bit.ly/TributesbyPosaandSikes.

Blue Christmas 12/7/22

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Blue Christmas
Wednesday, 12/07/2022-, 06:30 pm-07:30 pm
Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami
7701 SW 76th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33143
Website
Cost: FREE

Many people approach this time of year with mixed feelings. With recognition that the holidays are sometimes “blue” or filled with difficult feelings around painful life events such as the death of loved ones or other life losses and changes, we offer this service to give you a time of peace in the midst of the holidays and offer you time to honor the less joyful feelings you may be experiencing.
Register in advance for this service: bit.ly/UUMiamiBlueXmas
You are invited to bring a token or photo of your loss for this special grief service.

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About Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Miami
UUMiami is a welcoming, diverse group of individuals who come together for spiritual growth and community. A Spiritual Hub for Progressive Thinkers and Doers in Greater Miami.

Karaoke Night at The Goodtime Hotel 12/6/22

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Karaoke Night at The Goodtime Hotel
Tuesday, 12/06/2022-12/07/2022, 09:00 pm-01:00 am
The Goodtime Hotel
601 Washington Ave.,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost:

Please join us in our Library every Tuesday from 9:00PM – 1:00AM for the goodtime karaoke night! Bring some friends, enjoy cocktails and sing your heart out with us! RSVP to reservations@strawberrymoonmiami.com

Comedy Night at The Goodtime Hotel 12/7/22

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Comedy Night at The Goodtime Hotel
Wednesday, 12/07/2022-, 09:00 pm-11:00 pm
The Goodtime Hotel
601 Washington Ave.,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost:

Gather some friends and join us in our Library every Wednesday from 9:00PM – 11:00PM for the goodtime standup comedy night featuring Villain Theatre! Enjoy cocktails and some of Miami’s best stand up talent! RSVP to reservations@strawberrymoonmiami.com.

Children’s Harbor Partners with ABC Cares Foundation to Host a Holiday Party With Prime Viewing of the Winterfest Boat Parade 12/10/22

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Children’s Harbor Partners with ABC Cares Foundation to Host a Holiday Party With Prime Viewing of the Winterfest Boat Parade
Saturday, 12/10/2022-12/10/2022, 06:30 pm-10:30 pm
Shooters
3033 NE 32nd Ave,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33308
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Cost:

Kick off the holiday season and enjoy prime viewing of the 2022 Winterfest Boat Parade when Children’s Harbor and ABC Cares Foundation host Operation Santa’s Workshop: Holiday Party on Saturday, December 10 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. at Shooters Waterfront, 3033 NE 32nd Ave. in Fort Lauderdale.

Open to the public, the holiday mixer benefits Children’s Harbor, a nationally accredited non-profit agency with a mission to help strengthen families who are struggling in the community, while providing safe shelter and support to teens in foster care so that they may grow into healthy, educated, and productive adults, and ABC Cares Foundation, a non-profit formed with the goal of giving back to members of the construction industry who have been impacted by tragedies such as injuries, illnesses and other unforeseen circumstances as well as provide scholarships and support to those interested in jump starting their careers in the construction industry.

“This is a fantastic way to get in the holiday spirit, view the spectacular boat parade and benefit two incredibly important and impactful community organizations,” Children’s Harbor CEO Tiffani Dhooge said. “You could also bring together colleagues and turn this into your company holiday party.”

Guests will enjoy an open bar, buffet dinner, networking, prime viewing for the Winterfest Boat Parade along the intracoastal and the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets for such items as tickets to the Pegasus World Cup. Sponsorships are still available. Tickets to Operation Santa’s Workshop: Holiday Party are $200. For more information visit: https://childrensharbor.networkforgood.com/events/50389-operation-santa-s-workshop-holiday-party

For more information about Children’s Harbor, call 954-252-3072 or visit childrensharbor.org.

Elf Jr 12/9/22, 12/10/22, 12/11/22, 12/16/22, 12/17/22, 12/18/22

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Elf Jr
Friday, 12/09/2022-12/18/2022, 07:30 pm-09:00 pm
Area Stage Company
5701 Sunset Dr Suite 286,
South Miami, Florida, 33143
Website
Cost: $20 – $40

Area Stage invites you to celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a heartwarming musical for the whole family! Based on the beloved 2003 Christmas comedy hit starring Will Ferrell, ELF JR will be performed by Area Stage Conservatory’s student actors ages 6-15. Runs: December 9th through December 18th
Times: Friday 7:30 PM, Saturday 2 PM and 7:30 PM, Sunday 5 PM

Woof´ the Season – Christmas Market 12/11/22

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Woof´ the Season – Christmas Market
Sunday, 12/11/2022-, 12:00 pm-06:00 pm
w miami
485 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33131
Website
Cost: Free

Pawrents get ready for our Joyful Holiday Pet Market a W Miami! Music + Adoptable Dogs + Pawactivities + Photos with Santa Paws Charlie

Looking for a Christmas Event for the WHOLE family?

Join us at W Miami for an afternoon of music, gifts, pawactivities and photos with Santa Paws Charlie!

Sunday, Dec 11, from 12pm to 6pm

Take pics with Santa Paws Charlie from @pradasbunchandfriends

Meet adoptable dogs from the @humanesocietymiami

Fun shopping and pawctivities with our vendors:

@hola.fromlola

@urbanapet

@moondogbarkery

@peteyez_official

@woofin_good

@barefootmama_holisticdoghealth

@happy.with.dogs

@luna_shop_company

@lorena_corapetphotography

@harleybeeboutique

@wagaroundtown

@woofin_good

#ItHappensAtTheW in partnership with The Petworking! @thepetworking

Free Art Exhibit–Germs as Art — ArtServe Explores the Beauty of Microbes 12/2/22 through 12/30/22

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Free Art Exhibit–Germs as Art — ArtServe Explores the Beauty of Microbes
Monday, 12/05/2022-12/30/2022, 09:00 am-05:00 pm
ArtServe
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Website
Cost: Free

In a time where few want to think about germs, much less consider their inherent beauty, molecular biologist Dr. Sara Schesser Bartra is on a mission to re-introduce all types of microscopic beings to people through her art, but in a much less contagious way.

Currently running at ArtServe in its Bienes Gallery through December 30, her solo exhibit entitled “Microbes: The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful” depicts an artistic interpretation of the many types of micro-organisms Dr. Schesser Bartra has seen and learned about during her career as a scientist at the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine.

“My work does not pretend to illustrate the natural world, but rather shows a representation of it to instigate curiosity about it in the eyes of the audience,” Dr. Schesser Bartra explained.

“The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful” uses multimedia to represent everything from beneficial bacteria to diverse pathogens, all of which display a complex visual diversity in their unseen abundance.

“Dr. Schesser Bartra’s work has a highly personal approach and perspective that creates a visual relationship with the mysterious microbial world and a better awareness and understanding of science in general,” ArtServe Executive Director Jason Hughes said.

Dr. Schesser Bartra, who is originally from Sweden, also founded and leads an art group of Swedish women living in South Florida.

“The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful” is on display concurrently with ArtServe’s “Narratives in Latin American Art” exhibit, which also runs through Dec. 30.

ArtServe inspires, supports and advances its diverse members, artists and community by promoting artistic development, education and prosperity through the exploration and presentation of the visual and performing arts.

For more information, visit www.artserve.org. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. Admission is always free.

About ArtServe

Named a “2020 Top-Rated Nonprofit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of charities and nonprofits, Fort Lauderdale-based ArtServe is an award-winning arts incubator that is advancing the arts for social good as a creative laboratory and hub for experimental artists committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Now in its 35th year, ArtServe has won several awards for innovation in the arts and is supported in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and Florida’s Department of State and the Division of Cultural Affairs. Each year, ArtServe programs contribute tangibly to the region’s economy, helping 2,000+ artists sell their work, build businesses and engage the community. To do that, ArtServe secures financial support through donations, sponsorships and memberships.

Daer Cares Toy Drive 12/2/22, 12/3/22, 12/4/22, 12/9/22, 12/10/22, 12/11/22

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Daer Cares Toy Drive
Friday, 12/02/2022-12/11/2022, 10:00 pm-03:00 am
DAER South Florida
1 Lucky St,
Hollywood, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: $30

DAER Cares has teamed up with Neighbors 4 Neighbors for the holidays to host its first annual toy drive beginning Friday, Dec. 2, through Sunday, Dec. 11.

Kick off the season of giving by bringing joy to a child in need while gaining free admission into the DAER Dayclub or Nightclub.

Bring a new unwrapped non-plush toy for children, infants to 18 years old, or make a donation at the door by texting daercares to 41444 (minimum $30).
To gain free admission into DAER Dayclub or Nightclub, a donation receipt must be shown at the door located at the DAER main entrance inside the Guitar Hotel during the clubs operating hours.

Join Neighbors 4 Neighbors and DAER Cares team for an onsite celebration Friday, December 9, from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m. to show your support. Live entertainment for the evening will be provided by rapper DaBaby.

Toys, gift cards and monetary donations collected by Neighbors 4 Neighbors will benefit local families in need.

St. Paddy’s Day with The Red Elvises – Concert & Pool Party! 3/17/23

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St. Paddy’s Day with The Red Elvises – Concert & Pool Party!
Friday, 03/17/2023-, 03:00 pm-
The Marker Harbor Resort – Key West
200 William Street,
Key West, Florida, 33040
Website
Cost: Free

Join us poolside for the party before the St. Paddy’s party on Duval! Swim in one of The Marker Key West Harbor Resort’s amazing pools while you rock out to the eclectic music performance by the independent “Siberian surf rock” band, The Red Elvises!

NYE Glass Cats Live in Concert Free event 12/31/22

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NYE Glass Cats Live in Concert Free event!
Saturday, 12/31/2022-, 03:00 pm-
The Marker Harbor Resort – Key West
200 William Street,
Key West, Florida, 33040
Website
Cost: Free

Get your NYE started off right with a poolside concert featuring Key West’s favorite local band, Glass Cats, at the Marker Key West Harbor Resort on December 31st at 3:00 P.M. The Glass Cats will set the vibe for the last afternoon of the year with their setlist full of experimental jam-based, funky soul-filled grooves.

Friends of Select 12/11/22

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Friends of Select
Sunday, 12/11/2022-, 02:30 pm-04:30 pm
R House Wynwood
2727 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, New York, 33127
Website
Cost: Free

Friends of Select will provide guests with a relaxing and luxurious time to coincide with Select Aperitivo’s cocktails and vibe.

Friends of Select 12/10/22

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Friends of Select
Saturday, 12/10/2022-, 02:00 pm-05:00 pm
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140,
Miami Beach, New York, 33140
Website
Cost: 0

Friends of Select will provide guests with a relaxing and luxurious time to coincide with Select Aperitivo’s cocktails and vibe.

Friday Night Sound Waves 12/2/22

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Friday Night Sound Waves
Friday, 12/02/2022-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Las Olas Oceanside Park
3000 E. Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
Website
Cost: Free

Friday Night Sound Waves, the free weekly concert series presented by the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Beach Business Improvement District, returns to The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park) on Friday, Oct. 28, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. The event series will feature all new acts to close out 2022.

Friday Night Sound Waves welcomes locals and visitors, the young and the young at heart, to enjoy some of South Florida’s best musical talents, performing an eclectic range of genres, including Jazz, Latin, Country, Top 40, Indie, Oldies, and Classic Rock.

Attendees are invited to come early to enjoy a variety of pre-concert activities along with local restaurants and vendors, who will be providing a rotation of food and drinks to purchase before, during, and after the show.

Friday Night Sound Waves was featured in the book, “100 Things to Do in Fort Lauderdale Before You Die,” by Christiana Lilly.

• Dec. 2 – The Collektives – Audacy Beach Music Festival Weekend
The Collektives — are a rising Miami band with an Alternative Rock/Pop sound known for delivering music that is an ambitious mix of dreamy vocals, hooks and powerful songs that connect to listeners. Earning a reputation for uplifting performances that resonate with audiences, rising Puerto Rican/Panamanian front singer Tatiana Blades, leads with incredible power and a distinctive voice that competes with her vibrant stage presence. Each member breathes new life and style into the band’s original music and famous cult classics that transcend genre boundaries and captivate audiences.

*Performers schedule subject to change

This event is free and open to the public.

For more information, please visit FridayNightSoundWaves.com.

Lane Braden Live at Legends Tavern and Grille Deerfield Beach 12/1/22

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Lane Braden Live at Legends Tavern and Grille Deerfield Beach
Thursday, 12/01/2022-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Legends Tavern and Grille
1391 S Military Trail,
Deerfield Beach, Florida, 33442
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Cost: Free

Lane Braden is back again with a Live Solo Performance at Legends Tavern and Grille from 7pm to 10pm! Join us for Happy Hour before the show from 4pm – 7pm and enjoy $2 OFF craft drafts, wine and cocktails, along with half-off Bar Classics!

Lane Braden Live at Legends Tavern and Grille Lighthouse Point 12/2/22

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Lane Braden Live at Legends Tavern and Grille Lighthouse Point
Friday, 12/02/2022-, 07:30 pm-10:30 pm
Legends Tavern and Grille
3128 N Federal Hwy,
Lighthouse Point, Florida, 33064
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Cost: Free

Lane Braden is back again with a LIVE SOLO PERFORMANCE at Legends Tavern and Grille from 7:30pm to 10:30pm! Join us for Happy Hour before the show from 4pm – 7pm and enjoy $2 OFF craft drafts, wine and cocktails, along with half-off Bar Classics!

Opening Night: Monty Alexander with Luke Sellick and Jason Brown 1/5/23

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Opening Night: Monty Alexander with Luke Sellick and Jason Brown
Thursday, 01/05/2023-, 09:00 pm-11:00 pm
Faena Theater
3201 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
Website
Cost: 60

Grammy-nominated, legendary pianist Monty Alexander headlines Opening Night of the 7th Annual South Beach Jazz Festival at the sumptuous, jewel box Faena Theater. Monty’s style includes a range of Jazz and Jamaican musical experiences — the Great American Songbook, the blues, gospel and bebop, calypso and reggae.
His endless melody-making, effervescent grooves and sophisticated voicing always delight a global audience drawn to his vibrant personality and soulful message, making him an American Jazz classic. His recently released album, Love Notes, couples his passion for music with his extraordinary piano playing and the intimacy of his wonderful vocals. Doors Open at 8:00 PM.

Dan + Claudia Zanes: The Holiday Sing Along 12/17/22

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Dan + Claudia Zanes: The Holiday Sing Along
Saturday, 12/17/2022-, 01:00 pm-05:00 pm
Miami Theater Center
9806 NE 2nd Ave,
Miami Shores, Florida, 33138
Website
Cost: $30

Date/Time: December 17th, 2022 – 1pm and 4pm

Age Recommendation: 3yrs and Up

Art Form: Music Concert

This Holiday Sing Along with Grammy-Award winner Dan Zanes and his musical wife, Claudia Zanes, is a multicultural all-ages wintertime celebration based on the Christmas gatherings Dan experienced as a child growing up in New Hampshire in which friends and neighbors came together to sing carols around the piano.

But it’s the 21st century!

And now the singers are from a variety of traditions and the songs are from here and there, near and far — Christmas and Hanukah classics in English, Hebrew, and Ladino as well as holiday songs from Korea, Tunisia, Puerto Rico, Wales, and Haiti. Instead of a piano there are the sounds of guitar, mandolin, harmonica, flute, trombone, tambourine, melodica, ukulele and anything else that happens to make it in the door. Songbooks are distributed and the audience becomes a part of the festivities.

The Dan + Claudia Zanes Holiday Sing Along offers a chance for people to experience some of the best of life’s possibilities… while singing with wild abandon!

This show is an ideal Sensory Friendly performance.‍

Ring in the Holidays at the Merry and Bright Holiday Festival with Downtown Doral 12/11/22

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Ring in the Holidays at the Merry and Bright Holiday Festival with Downtown Doral
Sunday, 12/11/2022-, 04:00 pm-08:00 pm
Downtown Doral
8551 NW 53rd St.,
Doral, Florida, 33166
Website
Cost: Free

Experience true holiday cheer at Downtown Doral’s Merry & Bright festival on Sunday, December 11th. Celebrate the holidays with family-fun activities including a hot cocoa station, festive performances, and exceptional seasonal specials and treats from Downtown Doral’s many restaurants.

Dreaming of a White Christmas? It will snow at various times throughout The Merry & Bright festival. There will also be 10-foot-high snow globe that you can enter for a magical holiday picture!

Additionally, Santa will be making an early stop at the Plaza at Downtown Doral to take photos and pick up letters from children at the Downtown Doral Santa Mail Station. In true holiday style, Santa isn’t coming alone; he’s bringing his crew of elves and even the Grinch will also be there. It promises to be a magical celebration!

The Art of Tea With Mike Ortiz, Founder of JoJo Tea 12/14/22

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The Art of Tea With Mike Ortiz, Founder of JoJo Tea
Wednesday, 12/14/2022-, 07:00 pm-
Habitat at 1 Hotel South Beach
2341 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost:

Join us for an interactive and informative workshop where guests will immerse themselves in the world of tea. Mike Ortiz, founder of JoJo Tea, one of the biggest and oldest tea suppliers in South Florida, will host the class and share his knowledge on the art of tea making, as well as different types of teas and their wide-range of health benefits. Guests will then learn how to brew their own tea, which will be followed by a tasting of JoJo Tea. Attendees will depart the event with their own tea pot so that they can practice brewing in the comfort of their own homes. Packaged holiday kits will be available for purchase.

The event will take place on Habitat’s 2nd Floor.

By purchasing a ticket, you agree to give us permission to upload photography/recorded videos for promotional purposes.

Mambo Night in Miami Beach with Tito Rodriguez Jr., Machito Jr., and Tito Puente Jr. 1/7/23

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Mambo Night in Miami Beach with Tito Rodriguez Jr., Machito Jr., and Tito Puente Jr.
Saturday, 01/07/2023-, 08:00 pm-11:00 pm
Miami Beach Bandshell
7275 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33141
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Cost: $35+

In a rare opportunity, the legendary music of Tito Puente, Machito and Tito Rodriguez comes to the historic Miami Beach Bandshell for the Big 3 Palladium Orchestra’s South Florida premier.

Embodying the spirit of the original and performing the electrifying music of these three celebrated bandleaders, composers, and the fathers of Latin Jazz, their sons, second generation, world class artists, Tito Rodriguez Jr., Machito Jr., and Tito Puente Jr., alternating as band leaders in an exciting and competitive format, with a 17 piece orchestra, including original band members, take you back to the great, renowned Palladium Ballroom in New York City, in a concert infused with the energy of modern day Miami. The Big 3 Palladium Orchestra brings you the best Latin Jazz this side of Havana!

NoMi FAM Festival 12/3/22

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NoMi FAM Festival
Saturday, 12/03/2022-, 04:00 pm-11:00 pm
Claude Pepper Park
1255 NW 135 Street,
North Miami, Florida, 33168
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Cost: 30

Join the City of North Miami and the North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency (NMCRA) for the NoMi FAM Festival, an all-day event showcasing food, art, and music to celebrate the multicultural beauty of the Caribbean with dancing, local flavors, and family fun. Get ready to move to the rhythm of Afrobeats, Raboday, Soca, and more, and bring the entire family to have fun with arts, crafts and rides in the Kids Zone!

Brunch Out During Art Week at The Deck at Island Gardens 12/3/22

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Brunch Out During Art Week at The Deck at Island Gardens
Saturday, 12/03/2022-12/04/2022, 12:00 pm-04:00 pm
The Deck at Island Gardens
888 MacArthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida, 33132
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After the art hunts and late nights, make sure to cool off with a chilled glass of the NEW Out East Cru Rosé at The Deck at Island Garden’s Art Week brunch. Miami’s most treasured waterfront dining destination won’t disappoint. A la carte specials inspired by Mediterranean cuisine are served all afternoon all weekend long alongside beats by DJ and singer MELODI. For artsy indulgence, see The Deck at Island Gardens transformed into an outdoor gallery with digital art installations and sculptures curated by Hub Design. Sip on the Basel Week cocktail special by Next Vodka or pop open a bottle of champagne!

Visits from Santa with Snow & Music at Gulfstream Park Village 12/3/22

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Visits from Santa with Snow & Music at Gulfstream Park Village
Saturday, 12/03/2022-, 06:00 am-09:00 pm
Gulfstream Park Village
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
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Cost: Free

Santa will be making his list and checking it twice! From Nov. 26 – Dec. 24, 2022, Santa Claus is making scheduled visits to Gulfstream Park Village, where families are invited to partake in the festivities and share their Christmas wish lists with the jolly old elf.

Available on a first come, first serve basis, Santa will be stationed in the ground level Village Center on select dates from 6-9 p.m. and from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. on December 10. While in line, families can enjoy music and the open-air lifestyle center’s Symphony in Lights festival running daily through Dec. 31. With the grounds illuminated in more than 250,000 LED lights, this amazing spectacle will be set to the sounds of holiday favorites from yesterday and today. A 10-minute light show takes place at the top of every hour from 6-11 p.m. and will feature snow for a magical effect.

In addition to visiting with Santa and taking in the awe-inspiring ‘Symphony in Lights’, families can also enjoy shopping, dining and boundless entertainment at Gulfstream Park Village’s open-air setting. The center’s 11 distinct home stores, including BoConcept, Crate & Barrel, Williams-Sonoma, West Elm, Pottery Barn, Z Gallerie, The Container Store, Bang & Olufsen and many others, offer the very best in holiday décor, entertaining and gifts. Dining destinations, including Yard House, Texas de Brazil, Christine Lee’s, Pastry Is Art, Häagen-Dazs and more offer a delicious break from holiday shopping.

A full directory of shops, restaurants and entertainment can be viewed at www.gulfstreampark.com.

When:
· Saturday, Nov. 26
· Saturday, Dec. 3
· Saturday, Dec. 10 (6:30-9:30 p.m.)
· Saturday, Dec. 17
· Tuesday, Dec. 20
· Wednesday, Dec. 21
· Saturday, Dec. 24

Santa visits take place 6-9 p.m. except for December 10 where the visit will be from 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Showtimes for Symphony in Lights Festival are at the top of each hour from 6 – 11 p.m. daily through Dec. 31.

More information can be found at: https://www.gulfstreampark.com/events/

YMCA of South Florida’s 8th Annual Holiday in Sistrunk 12/17/22

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YMCA of South Florida’s 8th Annual Holiday in Sistrunk
Saturday, 12/17/2022-, 02:00 pm-06:00 pm
Provident Park
1412 NW 6th Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33311
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Cost: free

YMCA of South Florida hosts this FREE community event featuring toys and gifts giveaways, performances, food trucks, community resources, and health screenings for the whole family.

For additional information, visit ymcasouthflorida.org or contact Whitney A. Wolfgang, Director of Community Health, at wwolfgang@ymcasouthflorida.org or (954) 467-2444 (ext. 1720).

Presented by OIC of South Florida and Humana.

The Art of the Dinner Party this Art Week at The Deck at Island Gardens 12/2/22

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The Art of the Dinner Party this Art Week at The Deck at Island Gardens
Friday, 12/02/2022-12/05/2022, 04:00 pm-01:00 am
The Deck at Island Gardens
888 MacArthur Causeway,
Miami, Florida, 33132
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Come see the most fiery nights of the week at The Deck at Island Gardens this Art Basel! Miami’s most treasured waterfront dining destination won’t disappoint. Expect sensory overload with live music, interactive fire performances and indulgences to satisfy all your weekend cravings. Visit Friday, Saturday or Sunday this Art Week for curated art and cocktails. Experience The Deck at Island Gardens transformed into an outdoor gallery with digital art installations and sculptures curated by Hub Design. Sip on the Basel Week cocktail special by Next Vodka or pop open a bottle of champagne!

Miami Monster Jam 1/28/23

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Miami Monster Jam
Saturday, 01/28/2023-01/29/2023, 07:00 pm-
loanDepot Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida, 33125
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Cost: Available for Purchase

This. Is. Monster Jam™! The most unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable motorsports experience for families and fans in the world today returns to Miami for an adrenaline-charged weekend at loanDepot Park on January 28-29. At Monster Jam®, world champion athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tear up the dirt in wide-open competitions of speed and skill. Tickets are available on MonsterJam.com.
The excitement begins at the Monster Jam Pit Party held on Saturday. Fans can see the massive trucks up close, meet their favorite drivers and crews, get autographs, take pictures and enjoy other family-friendly activities. This fun-filled experience is the only place that allows people to get up close access to the Monster Jam teams and get an insider’s look at how these trucks are built to stand up to the competition.
Miami fans will be on the edge of their seats as world-class drivers show off crazy skills and all-out racing in fierce head-to-head battles for the Event Championship. Engineered to perfection, the 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks push all limits in Freestyle, Skills and Racing competitions. The Stadium Series Red Champion will receive a highly coveted automatic bid to the prestigious Monster Jam World Finals® to compete for the title of World Champion. The 2023 Monster Jam World Finals will be held in Nashville on July 1.
The Stadium Championship Series Red features 12 skilled athletes battling for the championship while tearing up the dirt in intense competitions of speed and skill. Five-time Monster Jam World Finals champion Adam Anderson and the legendary Grave Digger aim to dethrone reigning series champion and 14-time Monster Jam World Finals champion Tom Meents during Max-D™’s 20th anniversary. Military veteran Kayla Blood in Soldier Fortune™ and fan-favorite Camden Murphy in Bakugan Dragonoid™ look to lock in the championship.
Monster Jam drivers are trained, world-class male and female athletes who have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles-per-hour to produce jaw-dropping, live motorsports action seen around the world. Monster Jam. As Big As It Gets!™
WHEN:
Saturday, January 28 – 7 p.m. | Pit Party 2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Sunday, January 29 – 3 p.m.
WHERE: loanDepot Park | 501 Marlins Way, Miami, FL 33125

TRUCK LINEUP: Grave Digger® driven by Adam Anderson; Max-D™ driven by Tom Meents; Soldier Fortune™ driven by Kayla Blood; Bakugan Dragonoid™ driven by Camden Murphy; Vendetta driven by Mike Christensen; Velociraptor driven by David Olfert; Jester driven by Matt Pagliarulo; Kraken driven by Nick Pagliarulo; 4 trucks/drivers TBA
**Truck and driver line-up subject to change
TICKETS:
Tickets will be available for purchase online at MonsterJam.com
PHOTO/VIDEO ASSETS: Media can download truck/driver photos and other press materials directly here.
For more info about a Monster Jam event near you, follow Monster Jam on our social media channels: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok. Subscribe to the Monster Jam YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/MonsterJam

Jurassic World Live Tour 1/19/23

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Jurassic World Live Tour
Thursday, 01/19/2023-01/22/2023, 07:00 pm-
Watsco Center
1245 Dauer Dr,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Cost: $25

Jurassic World Live Tour, an exhilarating and unpredictable live, family entertainment experience that brings the wonder and thrills of Jurassic World to generations of fans returns to Miami from January 19 – 22 at the Watsco Center.
With unrivaled arena production quality, Jurassic World comes to life against a backdrop of captivating scenery where dinosaurs from the iconic franchise, including fan-favorite Velociraptor Blue and a Tyrannosaurus rex more than 40 feet in length, take center stage. The production features more than 24 film-accurate, life-sized dinosaurs, with scale, speed and ferocity, operated by animatronics and performers.
Jurassic World’s unmistakable score combined with projection and practical scenery transforms the arena into the dense jungles of Isla Nublar, where real Gyrospheres roll through the valley and scientists work to unravel a corrupt plan and save anew dinosaur from a terrible fate. With pulse-pounding stunts and an original, authentic storyline, this show is guaranteed to make memories that will last another 65 million years.

FREEHOLD Miami Art Basel Line-Up 11/30/22

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FREEHOLD Miami Art Basel Line-Up
Wednesday, 11/30/2022-12/04/2022, 04:00 pm-03:00 pm
Freehold Miami
2219 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33127
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Cost: Free

Located in the heart of Wynwood, Miami’s trendy arts district, Freehold is hosting a week-long line-up of events for Art Basel this year. On Wednesday, November 30, FREEHOLD is kicking off Miami Art Week with The Tech Happy Hour Art Basel Edition and a special performance by Le Trumpet with Spencer Ludwig. On Thursday, December 1 – United Masters presents “The Cook Up” with HIT-BOY and specials guests. On Saturday, December 3, UnitedMasters and Earn Your Leisure are taking over Freehold Miami with an Art Basel event all about money and music. Guests can expect insightful conversations about the future of the creator economy by panels with leading influencers in art/music/entrepreneurship, performances from UnitedMasters top emerging artists, fireside chats with Earn Your Leisure. On Sunday, December 4, Freehold Miami is hosting a Miami Art Week closing brunch party with Perreo Intenso brunch with a late-night special performance by Ape Drums of Major Lazer. Freehold Miami is located at 2219 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33127. FREE with RSVP.

19th Annual Tropical Nights Gala 12/10/22

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19th Annual Tropical Nights Gala
Saturday, 12/10/2022-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
InterContinental Hotel
100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami, Florida, 33131
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Cost: 350.00 per ticket

Miami, FL – Tropical Nights, an evening benefiting the University of Miami – Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UM-NSU CARD), will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2022 at the iconic InterContinental Miami Hotel in downtown Miami. The 19th annual gala raises much-needed funds for UM-NSU CARD to continue to provide services for over 15,000 families in Miami-Dade, Broward, and Monroe counties, all at no cost.

Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village 12/3/22

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Music in the Park at Gulfstream Park Village
Friday, 12/02/2022-, 06:30 pm-09:30 pm
Gulfstream Park Village Center Stage
901 S. Federal Highway,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
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Cost: Free

Gulfstream Park’s Music in the Park, featuring the greatest collection of local homegrown performers, will continue through the fall with weekly duos performing outside on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights at the Village Center Stage. All show times are from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Below is the full schedule of performers and their descriptions. Performances are subject to change; cancellations may occur due to inclement weather.

Friday, December 2 – Valerie Tyson Duo
Saturday, December 3 – DJ David B.
Sunday, December 4 – Radio Duo

Valerie Tyson Duo
The Valerie Tyson Duo creates magic every time they take the stage. Their repertoire includes today’s Top 40 hits, smooth jazz and soulful R&B classics, essential rock melodies, and even reggae and tropical favorites!

DJ David B
David has been creating unique experiences for children and families since 2001. He has done hundreds of private events for clients and created activations for companies such as Nickelodeon, The Gap, Coconut Grove Arts Festival and the Make A Wish Foundation. He also has won the award for “Best Kids DJ’ from the “best of” issue from Los Angeles Magazine.

Radio Duo
Radio Duo specializes in playing the greatest hits. Active on the music scene for over a decade, Radio Duo is sure to keep any and all audiences entertained!

For more information, visit:
https://www.gulfstreampark.com/event/entertainment/music-in-the-park

Victor Gosa’s Artist Takeover 12/1/22

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Victor Gosa’s Artist Takeover
Thursday, 12/01/2022-, 04:00 pm-07:00 pm
Brightline MiamiCentral Station
600 NW 1st Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33136
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Brightline is partnering with Victor Gosa for an artist takeover across all three stations. Victor, better known by his moniker “GOSA ” is one of Miami’s most sought-after contemporary artists. Drawing inspiration from pop culture, he is best known for his use of vibrant colors, striking imagery, and adaption of recognizable characters. His inspiring artwork will be on display in the MiamiCentral’s premium Lounge from November 27 – December 5. He will also give away 200 pieces of signed art to premium guests. On December 1, he will live paint an art piece in both Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach stations.
4 pm – Live art by Gosa at the West Palm Beach station
5:30 pm – Live art by Gosa at the Fort Lauderdale station

Sunday Stories: “Celebrations Around the World: The Fabulous Celebrations You Won’t Want to Miss” by Katy Halford 12/4/22

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Sunday Stories: “Celebrations Around the World: The Fabulous Celebrations You Won’t Want to Miss” by Katy Halford
Sunday, 12/04/2022-, 10:30 am-11:30 am
Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA)
770 NE 125th Street,
Miami, Florida, 33161
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Cost: Free

Join MOCA as it celebrates holidays around the world! Many cultures celebrate a special holiday around this time of year – join MOCA to learn about them in the reading of the book “Celebrations Around the World: The Fabulous Celebrations You Won’t Want to Miss” by Katy Halford. After the reading, participants will make their own holiday wreath decorations. Sponsored by the North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency, this early childhood art series engages toddlers and fosters reading, motor skill development and socialization. MOCA Sunday Stories is a great way for children to bond with their parents or guardians as they create together.

For more information, please visit:
https://111401.blackbaudhosting.com/111401/MOCA-Sunday-Stories-04Dec2022