Tag: 1/22/25

Celia Cruz: Work Exhibition 1/15/25 – 2/15/25

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Celia Cruz: Work Exhibition
Wednesday, 01/15/2025-02/15/2025, 11:00 am-05:00 pm
Art Gallery MDC Hialeah Campus
1776 W. 49th Street,
Hialeah, Florida, 33012
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Cost: Free

Celia Cruz: Work

Born in 1925 in Havana, Cuba, Celia Cruz left her birth country in 1960. Already performing and making her name with the band La Sonora Matancera, Celia Cruz became one of the most highly regarded singers, performing from Caracas to London and beyond. Known as La Guarachera de Cuba and heralded for her bold, emotional performances, Cruz embraced her Cuban heritage. She once stated, “In exile, I have learned to be Cuban in a way that might not have been possible if I had stayed in Cuba. I think being an exile has taught me to love my country even more.” Featuring photographs, video footage, posters, wigs and dresses, Celia Cruz: Work recognizes Cruz’s labor and her tireless commitment to her audiences who she loved to make “dance until dawn.” In 2025, we honor Cruz as well as the centennial of Hialeah and the Freedom Tower. In doing so, we celebrate our collective history and an extraordinary performer whose music plays a pivotal role in the soundtrack of Miami, the Caribbean, and the world at large.

Regina Jestrow: Lots of Little Pieces (aka My Favorite Color is Glitter) 1/9/25 – 2/6/25

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Regina Jestrow: Lots of Little Pieces (aka My Favorite Color is Glitter)
Thursday, 01/09/2025-02/06/2025, 08:00 am-04:30 pm
MDC's Kendall Campus
MDC's Kendall Campus Art Gallery 11011 SW 104th St,
Miami, Florida, 33176
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Cost: Free

Curated by Dainy Tapia of ArtSeen365, this exhibition showcases Regina Jestrow’s large-scale art quilts weaving personal narratives with a tribute to her mother and sister, celebrating their love for shiny things. The tacky-luxe aesthetic, which prominently features in Jestrow’s family home in Queens, New York, continues to influence her artistic practice in Miami.
Jestrow’s geometric art quilts incorporate hand-dyed and painted fabrics, alongside repurposed textiles sourced from friends, family, and thrift shops. These materials, as well as deconstructed party dresses, serve to convey stories and reference pop culture trends. By employing symbolic traditional quilt patterns, Jestrow creates new, dynamic forms that narrate her experiences.
Join us for this captivating exploration of personal and cultural narratives through the art of quilting!

Connecting Beyond the Stigma: Broward College’s Second Annual Mental Health Symposium 1/22/25

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Connecting Beyond the Stigma: Broward College’s Second Annual Mental Health Symposium
Wednesday, 01/22/2025-, 08:00 am-03:30 pm
Bailey Hall at Broward College’s A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 Davie Road,
Davie, Florida, 33314
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Cost: 0.00

This symposium is designed to provide information to help break through the stigma so people can increase their mental health. The symposium – “Connecting Beyond the Stigma” – will cover a variety of topics, including increasing awareness of the mental health stigma, understanding cultural barriers, and developing empathy and advocacy skills.

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit at Museum of Discovery and Science 1/17/25 – 5/11/25

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Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit at Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 01/17/2025-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33313
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Cost: included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 1 – Free; Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) – $19; Adults $25; Military $22; Senior (65+) $23 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) $23; Adult $28; Military $25; Senior (65+) $26

Travel back in time and unravel the secrets of world-famous heroes with Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit, presented locally by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Florida Prepaid College Savings Plans, from January 17 – May 11, 2025, at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS). This new exhibit brings to life the acclaimed PBS KIDS® TV series, Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum, which follows kid adventurers Xavier Riddle, his little sister Yadina, and best friend Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures when they were kids.

To celebrate the arrival of this exhibit based on the beloved public television series, MODS is partnering with area attractions to inspire future learning with a fun and fulfilling twist.

In Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit, families and young adventurers will sneak through a hidden passage to the Secret Museum and use a hologram to unlock three different times in history to meet inspirational heroes. Uncover a dinosaur skeleton with paleontologist Mary Anning, explore a secret garden with botanist George Washington Carver and look at x-rays with chemist Marie Curie. In the Hall of Heroes, learn the traits of a hero and how you can be a hero today.
The PBS KIDS® TV series, Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum is based on the highly acclaimed children’s book series Ordinary People Change the World by #1 New York Times bestselling author and South Florida resident Brad Meltzer and award-winning letterer and illustrator Chris Eliopoulos. Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit is a national traveling exhibit created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in collaboration with 9 Story Media Group, Inc. and is locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Florida Prepaid College Savings Plans.
Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum: The Exhibit is included with admission to MODS. For more information about the exhibit, visit mods.org/xavierriddle.
The fun doesn’t stop at MODS! Dive into the excitement with the Xavier Riddle Scavenger Hunt: Passport to Broward — an adventure packed with exploration, learning and the chance to win a prize. Follow the trail, discover local heroes and create unforgettable memories at some of South Florida’s top attractions:

• African American Research Library and Cultural Center
• Art & Culture Center/Hollywood
• Bonnet House
• Broward County Libraries Main Branch
• Coral Springs Museum of Art
• Flamingo Gardens
• History Fort Lauderdale
• Old Davie School Museum
• Stranahan House
• Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts
• Young At Art Museum

MADD Southeast Florida to Host 2025 VIP Kick-Off Party Presented by Craig Zinn Automotive Group 1/22/25

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MADD Southeast Florida to Host 2025 VIP Kick-Off Party Presented by Craig Zinn Automotive Group
Wednesday, 01/22/2025-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
BBX Capital
201 E. Las Olas Blvd., Suite 1900,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Two out of three people will be impacted by drunk driving in their lifetime. MADD Southeast Florida is kicking off its 14th Annual UKG & Salah Foundation Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K presented by the Sheriff’s Foundation of Broward County with a meaningful 2025 VIP Kick-Off Party presented by Craig Zinn Automotive Group on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, at BBX Capital in Fort Lauderdale.

Drunk driving deaths have increased by 31% over the past decade with someone being killed or injured in a drunk driving crash every 78 seconds. Drunk driving is a 100 percent preventable crime, and Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)’s goal is to end impaired driving.

Attendees will enjoy light bites provided by Red Chair Catering, mocktails by LaCroix and a variety of raffle and silent auction items donated by local MADD supporters. Money raised stays in the South Florida community to save lives and support victims of drunk driving.

Special guests include Walk Like MADD and MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K Founder and Chairperson Heather Geronemus, local dignitaries and more.

The host committee for the 2025 VIP Kick-Off Party presented by Craig Zinn Automotive Group includes Patrick Daoud of Daoud’s Fine Jewelry, Alexa Diaz of Neighbors 4 Neighbors, Maggie Gunther of Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance, Gene Harvey of Amerant Bank, Lois Marino of BBX Capital, Jessica Rodriguez of Cloud Nine Nonprofit Advisors, Durée Ross of Durée & Company, Avesta Shaygannik of Northwestern Mutual, Samantha Strouse of BBX Capital and George Taylor of Brinkley Morgan.

The 14th Annual UKG & Salah Foundation Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K presented by the Sheriff’s Foundation of Broward County will take place on Sunday, April 27. Thousands of walkers, runners, strollers, wheelchairs and supporters of all ages will come together in downtown Fort Lauderdale to raise awareness and funds to end impaired driving for good. The in-person race will start near Huizenga Plaza at 7:30 a.m., or supporters can also participate in a virtual option. For more information, visit www.walklikemadd.org/fortlauderdale.

Event sponsors include Signature Sponsors UKG and Salah Foundation; Presenting Sponsor Sheriff’s Foundation of Broward County; Road Guardian Sponsor Craig Zinn Automotive Group; Corporate Champion Sponsors Broward County Sheriff’s Office, Durée & Company, Florida Highway Patrol, Fort Lauderdale Police Department, and Memorial Healthcare System; Spotlight Sponsors Bank of America, BBX Capital and Westway Towing; and MADD Milestone Sponsor Warren Henry Automotive Group.

Jersey Boys 1/22/25-2/23/25

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Jersey Boys
Wednesday, 01/22/2025-01/22/2025, 08:00 pm-09:30 pm
Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre
280 Miracle Mile,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33134
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Cost: $40-$100

Jersey Boys chronicles the incredible journey of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. This Tony Award-winning musical takes the audience through their rise to fame, personal struggles, and eventual triumph of the iconic 1960s rock ‘n’ roll group. The story unfolds through each band member’s perspective, offering a captivating exploration of their dynamic relationships and the challenges faced on their path to stardom. Filled with classic hits like “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You,” Jersey Boys is a compelling tribute to the power of music and the enduring legacy of one of America’s greatest musical acts.

Age Advisory: PG-13 Jersey Boys contains strong adult and authentic “profane Jersey language,” some alcohol use, and some mature content.

January 22 – February 23, 2025
Performances Wednesday – Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m.
A special 2 p.m. matinee will take place on Wednesday, January 29, 2025