Tag: 4/29/25

Preservation Week Celebration and Presentation 4/29/25

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Preservation Week Celebration and Presentation
Tuesday, 04/29/2025-, 10:30 am-12:00 am
Otto G. Richter Library
1300 Memorial Drive,
Coral Gables, Florida, 33146
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Join us for a presentation by ArtCare Conservation—a nationally renowned firm specializing in the preservation of paintings—where they will share insights into their work and offer a fascinating glimpse into the world of art conservation.

Additionally, Associate Dean Cheryl Gowing will present the inspiring story behind the development and creation of the Conservation Lab on the first floor of the Otto G. Richter Library—a project to which she was instrumental in laying the foundation and bringing to life.

This collaborative event highlights the valuable exchange of knowledge across conservation specialties, enriching our understanding of the field while celebrating the importance of preserving history.

Pembroke Gardens Welcomes The Exciting Return of Taste of the Gardens 4/29/25

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Pembroke Gardens Welcomes The Exciting Return of Taste of the Gardens
Tuesday, 04/29/2025-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
Pembroke Gardens
527 SW 145th Terrace,
Pembroke Pines, Florida, 33027
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Cost: $15

Pembroke Gardens announces the return of its highly anticipated event, Taste of the Gardens, a beloved community event dedicated to supporting local nonprofits. Taking place on Tuesday, April 29, from 6-8 p.m., this year’s event will feature culinary delights, live music, artistic showcases, charitable giving, and giveaways. The celebration will continue at the official afterparty, hosted at Agave Bandido, where guests will enjoy exclusive food specials, cocktails and surprises, including a live mariachi band. Due to high demand, guests are encouraged to secure their spots in advance as tickets for the event sell out quickly.

Throughout the past decade, Pembroke Gardens has partnered with The Miramar Pembroke Pines Chamber of Commerce bringing together more than a dozen restaurants to offer a unique, flavorful experience. This year’s lineup includes crowd favorites like Agave Bandido, The Brass Tap, Fuddruckers, LIME Fresh Mexican Grill, Gelosia, Village Tavern, Sirocco Mediterranean Cuisine, Brimstone, The Pub, Brio Italian Grille, Misha’s Cupcakes, Sal’s Ristorante and RA Rushi.

In a special addition to this year’s event, attendees will have the chance to win a $100 gift card to a participating restaurant of their choice.

Since its founding, Taste of the Gardens has raised over $89,660 for local nonprofits, with this year’s proceeds benefiting organizations such as Pooches in Pines, Kiwanis Club of Miramar/Pembroke Pines, Children’s Harbor, and Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society. The event remains a cornerstone of community involvement, fostering charitable giving through a shared passion for food and local culture.

“Taste of the Gardens is more than just a celebration of food; it’s a celebration of our community’s strength and generosity,” said Annette Alvarez, property manager, Pembroke Gardens. “We are proud to partner with the Miramar Pembroke Pines Chamber of Commerce to host an event that not only delights our guests but also supports local nonprofits that are dedicated to making a positive impact in our community.”

“Taste of the Gardens represents a meaningful tradition of giving back, supporting organizations that provide essential services to families and children in need,” said Patty Archer, president of the Chamber. “We are honored to continue partnering with Pembroke Gardens in this event that showcases the local culinary scene of our neighborhood and celebrates those who do so much for the children and families of Miramar and Pembroke Pines.”

For more information or to purchase your tickets, visit https://www.pembrokegardens.com/event/taste-of-the-gardens-4/

5th Annual Faena Art Fundraising Gala – Follow Your Rainbow 4/29/25

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5th Annual Faena Art Fundraising Gala – Follow Your Rainbow
Tuesday, 04/29/2025-, 07:00 pm-
Faena
3201 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
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Faena Art invites guests to support the arts at the international non-profit organization’s fifth annual Gala fundraiser – Follow Your Rainbow – introducing an immersive installation by world renowned artist Joel Messler. Hosted by Alan and Grace Faena, the Faena Art gala will set the stage for a radiant evening of joy, color, and artistic expression. This memorable event will be charged with light-hearted energy to collectively celebrate the organization’s mission to break boundaries, commemorate innovation in artistic expression, and honor the creative spirit that propels our community of talented artists forward. Faena Art was founded as a nonprofit organization with the purpose of bringing communities together and amplifying emerging voices. The proceeds from this gathering support expanding and elevating the cultural footprint of our city through its free, open-to-the-public programming, the launching of emerging artists, experimental site-specific commissions at the Faena Art Project Room, the Faena Prize for the Arts, and its educational program.

A Night of Jazz with David Garfield at Faena Theater 4/29/25

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A Night of Jazz with David Garfield at Faena Theater
Tuesday, 04/29/2025-, 08:00 pm-
Faena Theater
3201 Collins Ave,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33140
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Cost: $65

On April 29th at 8pm, experience a night of soul-stirring jazz, must-see musicianship and timeless grooves as legendary artist David Garfield takes the stage at Faena Theater. With a career spanning over five decades, Garfield has left an indelible mark on contemporary jazz, rock and soul. His dynamic performances captivate audiences worldwide, combining artistic expression with technical mastery. Collaborating with icons like George Benson, Smokey Robinson and Boz Scaggs, Garfield transcends genres, delivering a nostalgic yet refreshing live experience. Tickets start at $65 per person and the show is open to guests of all ages. For group reservations and series information, please call Faena Theater Sales at + 1 786-559-6016 or email faenatheater@faena.com.

OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival Spring Edition 4/17/25 – 5/4/25

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OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival Spring Edition
Sunday, 04/17/2025-, 06:00 pm-10:00 pm
Fort Lauderdale/ Miami
Miami,
Miami, Florida, 33309
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Cost: Prices for individual films start at $15 each with group discounts, memberships and additional offers available

The OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival spring edition returns April 17 – May 4! Internationally acclaimed as one of the largest LGBTQ+ cultural festivals in the world, this season’s OUTshine line-up hits Miami-Dade and Broward counties with thought-provoking, inspiring, entertaining and educational star-studded features, documentaries and shorts including premieres from 20 countries.

On Swift Horses (USA, 2025) will open the spring festival on Thursday, April 17, at 7 p.m., at Regal Cinemas South Beach (1120 Lincoln Road Mall, Miami Beach). Set in the 1950s, this adaptation of Shannon Pufahl’s 2019 novel follows a seemingly sensible newlywed Muriel (Daisy Edgar-Jones) and her wayward brother-in-law (Jacob Elordi) as they undertake parallel journeys of risk, romance, and self-discovery. Directed by Daniel Minahan, the film also stars Will Poulter and Diego Calva. An afterparty at The Rum Room will take place after the screening.

The following evening honors Latin filmmaking with the Noche Latina East Coast premiere of Fine Young Men (Hombres Integros) (Mexico, 2024) at 7:15 p.m. at Regal Cinemas South Beach. Directed by Alejandro Andrade Pease, this coming-of-age drama about identity follows Alf, a student at a strict Catholic school, who finds himself drawn to Oliver, a charismatic new classmate. An afterparty at Twisted Tonic Rooftop will follow.

This edition, OUTshine has expanded its Men’s and Ladies Spotlight Films to both counties. On April 19, the Ladies Spotlight Sisters (Canada, 2024), a heartfelt tale of love, identity, and belonging, and the Men’s Spotlight North American premiere of Streets of Gloria (Ruas da Gloria) (Brazil, 2024), a bold, sultry exploration of love and desire, will screen beginning at 7 p.m. at Regal Cinemas South Beach. The afterparties will follow at The Greystone Hotel. On April 26, Hot Milk (United Kingdom, 2025), an emotional family drama set amidst picturesque Almería, Spain, will screen for the ladies and Midas Man (UK, 2024) starring Jacob Fortune-Lloyd as Brian Epstein, the visionary who shaped music history by launching The Beatles’ meteoric rise, will screen for the men beginning at 7:30 p.m. at Paradigm Cinemas: Gateway Fort Lauderdale (1820 E Sunrise Blvd.). Afterparties will take place at The Well and LIT.

On April 23, OUTshine presents its South Florida Shorts Showcase with a special Cocktails & Cinema™ reception at 7 p.m. at O Cinema South Beach (1130 Washington Ave., Miami Beach). Celebrate queer South Florida filmmakers, actors and film crews – from students to seasoned veterans of the industry. A Q&A plus a Tito’s Vodka open-bar afterparty will follow.

Accidental Friends (Amici Per Caso) (Italy, 2024), an international premiere and this season’s Centerpiece Film, screens at 7:30 p.m. on April 24 at Regal Dania Pointe (128 Sunset Dr, Dania Beach). In this Odd Couple-style comedy, directed by Max Nardari, two roommates with contrasting lifestyles must cohabitate despite their differences. An afterparty will follow at Bowlero.

Capitalizing on that sentiment, OUTshine is proud to present the world premiere of the documentary Latter-Day Glory: The Aftermath of Growing Up Queer in the LDS Church (USA, 2025). Directors Brandon Deyette and Chucho E. Quintero follow two queer ex-Mormon missionaries embarking on a transformative journey across America, uncovering the devastating effects of religious dogma on LGBTQ+ members of the LDS Church.

This season’s North American premieres include the dramatic thriller Queerpanorama (USA/Hong Kong/China, 2025), Becoming Ana (La Mitad de Ana) (Spain, 2024), To Live, To Die, To Live Again (Vivre Mourir Renaitre) (France, 2024), Blue For A Boy (Azul de Nino) (Spain, 2024), Some Nights I Feel Like Walking (Mõnel õhtul tahaksin jalutada) (Philippines/Italy/Singapore, 2025) and All For One (France/Belgium, 2025).

Other premieres include the first U.S showings of Who Wants To Marry An Astronaut? (Argentina, 2024) and A Night Like This (UK, 2025).

The April 27 closing night film will be Four Mothers (Ireland/United Kingdom, 2024) at Savor Cinema (503 SE 6th St., Fort Lauderdale). Directed by Darren Thorton, this comedy centers on a shy, commitment-phobic gay novelist who is tasked with caring for four eccentric, combative and wildly different women. The awards night soiree will immediately follow.

OUTshine At-Home viewing will be available from April 28 – May 4.
OUTrageous, OUTspoken, and OUTstanding, this year’s OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival fall edition is Presented by Gilead. The Premiere sponsor is Comcast with Grand sponsors Delta, Google and HotSpots! Happening Out. AHF, FastPrintz and Titos are Major sponsors and Axel South Beach, Hotel Greystone, Twist South Beach, Wilton River Suites, Lexi Goza/State Farm, Greater Fort Lauderdale LGBT Chamber of Commerce and Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce are Supporting sponsors. Media partners include CultureOwl, Bulletin, #ILoveGayMovies, EDGE Media Network, Miami Herald/El Nuevo Herald, OUT SFL, Miami New Times, OutClique, QueerGuru, Skirt SoFlo, WIREMAG, Tampa Bay Gay, Mochee Digital Media, Luminary Catalyst and GPR | Goodman Public Relations. Screening support is provided by The Well, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau and Planet Printer.
Ticket subscription packages and individual tickets starting at $15 are on sale beginning March 28. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit outshinefilm.com.

The Blue Angels at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science 1/17/25 – 6/1/25

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The Blue Angels at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 01/17/2025-, 12:00 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

The Blue Angels have been enthralling spectators across the country and around the globe for more than 75 years. Now, IMAX Entertainment proudly presents a thrilling new abridged version of the documentary The Blue Angels taking audiences soaring with the Navy’s elite Flight Demonstration Squadron as never before. Opening January 17 at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science, the Filmed For IMAX® immersive footage puts viewers directly into the cockpit for a firsthand view of the Blue Angels’ precision flying, while the aerial shots deliver a spectacular showcase of the breathtaking maneuvers that have made them the world’s premier jet team.
The Blue Angels also takes audiences behind-the-scenes for a revealing, in-depth look at what it takes to become a Blue Angel – from the careful selection process to the challenging training regimen, and on through the demanding eight-month show season.
The filmmakers behind The Blue Angels were granted unprecedented access – on the ground and in the air – to invite audiences along, from the first days of rigorous training through to the final show and the passing of the torch to a new team. But even as the documentary lifts the veil of the Blue Angels mystique, it only magnifies the magic.
The film is a fitting tribute to the extraordinary teamwork, passion and pride of the hundreds of outstanding men and women of the Navy and Marine Corps who have had the honor to serve in the Blue Angels squadron…past and present.
The Blue Angels was directed by Paul Crowder and produced by Glen Powell, Sean Stuart, Glen Zipper, Mark Monroe, J.J. Abrams and Hannah Minghella. John Turner, Bill O’Dowd, Emerson Davis, Rob Stone and Greg Wooldridge served as executive producers, with Maren Domzalski and Bridget Topp co-producing.
The Blue Angels is a Bad Robot, Zipper Bros Films, IMAX Entertainment and Dolphin Films Production, in association with Amazon MGM Studios, Sutter Road Picture Company, Diamond Docs and Barnstorm Productions. The film runs 45 minutes.
The AutoNation® IMAX® Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science is located at 401 SW 2nd Street in Fort Lauderdale. The Blue Angels is included in the MODS Discovery Pass, an all-in-one ticket that includes Museum exhibitions, live science demonstrations and one IMAX documentary film.

For tickets, please visit mods.org/tickets and for showtimes, please visit mods.org/showtimes.

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
Website
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