Jessica Setnickʼs Eating Disorders Boot Camp and Molly Kellogg ʼs Counseling Intensive workshops will be coming to Florida for the first time January 23-25, 2009. This is a great opportunity to attend one or both of these outstanding workshops without the additional expense of travel to another part of the country.
Eating Disorders Boot Camp is ideal for eating disorder treaters in all disciplines, including nurses, doctors, dietitians, and therapists of all kinds, and appropriate for those new to the profession as well as those with lots of experience. There is something for everyone, lots of new tools for dealing with the recurring themes and issues we all face, plus great networking. In addition to breakfast, lunch, and all materials, registration also includes 9 continuing education hours, pre-approved for RDs and DTRs, and a copy of Jessicaʼs book, The Eating Disorders Clinical Pocket Guide.
Counseling Intensive is for RDs and DTRs working one-on-one with clients in any practice area, including eating disorders, diabetes, and weight management. The focus is on difficult patient situations, including resistance, transference, ending treatment and boundaries. Molly Kellogg is a dietitian and licensed counselor, and fills in the missing pieces that therapists learn but dietitians lack. Breakfast, lunch and materials are included in registration, as well as 9 continuing education hours.
Early registration discounts for both workshops are available until December 24, 2008, and registration is discounted an additional 10% for 5 or more attendees from the same facility.
The direct link to sign up is http://www.understandingnutrition.com/store/item_view.asp?estore_itemid=1000066.
For more information on Eating Disorders Boot Camp visit http://www.understandingnutrition.com/bootcamp.htm
and for more information on Counseling Intensive, visit http://www.mollykellogg.com/CI.html.
If you have any questions, or would like to register by phone, you are welcome to call us at 214-503-7100 or email info at UnderstandingNutrition.com.
Friday, December 19, 2008
DailyCandy Miami - The Weekend Guide
The Weekend Guide
What to Do This Weekend
cheers!
Food, glorious food.
SAVE
South Beach Wine & Food Deal
What: DailyCandy readers get 15 percent off tickets to the must-go festival when entering code DC2009HOLIDAY (¡Viva España! not included, lo siento).
Why: Eat your heart out.
When: Thru Mon., 9 a.m.
Where: Online at imgtickets.com.
SHOP
Rumeur Boutique Sale
What: Choose from a selection of tree ornaments stuffed with secret savings up to 25 percent off the likes of Shumaq and Jully Kang.
Why: Spruce up your wardrobe.
When: Thru Dec. 24.
Where: 170 NE 96th St., Miami Shores (305-754-9800). Map It
EAT
Rybak’s Cafe Opens
What: Downtown gets a watering hole complete with a 24-hour coffee shop, live shows, and an outdoor lounge for snacking on sliders and barbecue ribs.
Why: Things will be great when you’re — downtown.
When: Resto, Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-midnight; Fri., 11 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sat., noon-1 a.m.; Sun., noon-10 p.m. Coffee shop, 24/7.
Where: Latitudes Building, 177 SW 7th St., Downtown (786-539-4903). Map It
DRINK
Brosia Toy Drive
What: The Design District fave offers a free glass of its signature sangria in exchange for a new, unwrapped gift for Toys for Tots.
Why: It’s snacks deductible.
When: Thru Dec. 23.
Where: 163 NE 39th St., Design District (305-572-1400). Map It
BUILD
Gingerbread Festival
What: Kitchen 305’s gingerbread master teaches tiny house architecture along with decorating techniques. (Plus, bring a toy, get a festive cocktail.)
Why: Turns out, you can catch him.
When: Sat., 3, 4:30 & 6 p.m.
Where: 16701 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach (305-749-2110). Reservations required. Map It
DONATE
The Great Bra Match
What: Take a clean, gently worn bra to Intimacy for Dress for Success and the lingerie shop will match the number of boulder holders donated.
Why: It’s tit for tat.
When: Thru Dec. 31.
Where: 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura Mall (786-629-9229). Map It
What to Do This Weekend
cheers!
Food, glorious food.
SAVE
South Beach Wine & Food Deal
What: DailyCandy readers get 15 percent off tickets to the must-go festival when entering code DC2009HOLIDAY (¡Viva España! not included, lo siento).
Why: Eat your heart out.
When: Thru Mon., 9 a.m.
Where: Online at imgtickets.com.
SHOP
Rumeur Boutique Sale
What: Choose from a selection of tree ornaments stuffed with secret savings up to 25 percent off the likes of Shumaq and Jully Kang.
Why: Spruce up your wardrobe.
When: Thru Dec. 24.
Where: 170 NE 96th St., Miami Shores (305-754-9800). Map It
EAT
Rybak’s Cafe Opens
What: Downtown gets a watering hole complete with a 24-hour coffee shop, live shows, and an outdoor lounge for snacking on sliders and barbecue ribs.
Why: Things will be great when you’re — downtown.
When: Resto, Mon.-Thurs., 11 a.m.-midnight; Fri., 11 a.m.-1 a.m.; Sat., noon-1 a.m.; Sun., noon-10 p.m. Coffee shop, 24/7.
Where: Latitudes Building, 177 SW 7th St., Downtown (786-539-4903). Map It
DRINK
Brosia Toy Drive
What: The Design District fave offers a free glass of its signature sangria in exchange for a new, unwrapped gift for Toys for Tots.
Why: It’s snacks deductible.
When: Thru Dec. 23.
Where: 163 NE 39th St., Design District (305-572-1400). Map It
BUILD
Gingerbread Festival
What: Kitchen 305’s gingerbread master teaches tiny house architecture along with decorating techniques. (Plus, bring a toy, get a festive cocktail.)
Why: Turns out, you can catch him.
When: Sat., 3, 4:30 & 6 p.m.
Where: 16701 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach (305-749-2110). Reservations required. Map It
DONATE
The Great Bra Match
What: Take a clean, gently worn bra to Intimacy for Dress for Success and the lingerie shop will match the number of boulder holders donated.
Why: It’s tit for tat.
When: Thru Dec. 31.
Where: 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura Mall (786-629-9229). Map It
Holiday Performance Schedule at the Adrienne Arsht Center
Reduced Shakespeare
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)
Must Close December 28!
"Saturday Night Live" meets Shakespeare! See all 37 Shakespeare plays in just 97 minutes! This high-speed romp is irreverent, wacky and wild. "Bawdy, irreverent, and sublimely entertaining!" The Miami Herald
Click here for a video!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
Handel's Messiah
SERAPHIC FIRE ORCHESTRA
"HANDEL'S MESSIAH"
Friday, December 19, 2008 @ 8 PM
Handel's MESSIAH "has ruled the world uninterrupted." The New York Times
A few tickets remain for tonight's performance - call the box office now!
Seraphic Fire and the Firebird Chamber Orchestra return to the Knight Concert Hall to give their annual performance of Handel's Messiah! Now a Miami tradition, Messiah has been performed to sold-out crowds since 1742 and this year will be no different!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
Cats
CATS
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 7:30 PM
Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 7:30 PM
Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2 & 7:30 PM
Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 2 & 7:30 PM
Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 2 & 7:30 PM
"A musical that transports the audience into a complete fantasy world!" (The New York Times). Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's global hit musical returns to enthrall a whole new generation of theatergoers!
The schedule includes three matinee performances through the holiday weekend!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
Salute to Vienna
SALUTE TO VIENNA
Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 8 PM
The world's favorite New Year's tradition! What The Nutcracker is to Christmas, "Salute to Vienna" is to the New Year! Swoon and sway to the music of Vienna's 'Waltz King', Johann Strauss Jr., in an unforgettable performance of music, song and dance, performed by brilliant singers, beautifully costumed dancers, and the full Strauss Symphony of America.
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
GEORGE BALANCHINE'S
THE NUTCRACKER
December 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 @ 7:30 p.m.
December 20, 21 @ 2 p.m.
Like a Broadway spectacular, Miami City Ballet's production of the famed George Balanchine's The Nutcracker has it all, a cast of more than 100, glorious sets and costumes, magical special effects, beautiful music, and exceptional dancing by international stars. It's the Holiday show to see!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE
Please Join the Adrienne Arsht Center and United Way with our Holiday Toy Drive this Season.
Bring an Unwrapped Holiday Gift (For Children Ages 1-18) to the Performance You Are Attending. Toy drive ends today.
Happy Holidays!
FREE TOURS
FREE! Every Monday And Saturday At Noon
Tours depart from the lobby of the Sanford and
Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House.
The Adrienne Arsht Center, the largest performing arts center built in the United States in the last three decades, now offers free bi-weekly Behind-the-Scenes Tours.
Tours last approximately one hour. Free, no reservations required. Please call the Box Office 305.949.6722 for more tour schedule information.
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (ABRIDGED)
Must Close December 28!
"Saturday Night Live" meets Shakespeare! See all 37 Shakespeare plays in just 97 minutes! This high-speed romp is irreverent, wacky and wild. "Bawdy, irreverent, and sublimely entertaining!" The Miami Herald
Click here for a video!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
Handel's Messiah
SERAPHIC FIRE ORCHESTRA
"HANDEL'S MESSIAH"
Friday, December 19, 2008 @ 8 PM
Handel's MESSIAH "has ruled the world uninterrupted." The New York Times
A few tickets remain for tonight's performance - call the box office now!
Seraphic Fire and the Firebird Chamber Orchestra return to the Knight Concert Hall to give their annual performance of Handel's Messiah! Now a Miami tradition, Messiah has been performed to sold-out crowds since 1742 and this year will be no different!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
Cats
CATS
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 7:30 PM
Thursday, January 1, 2009 @ 7:30 PM
Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 2 & 7:30 PM
Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 2 & 7:30 PM
Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 2 & 7:30 PM
"A musical that transports the audience into a complete fantasy world!" (The New York Times). Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's global hit musical returns to enthrall a whole new generation of theatergoers!
The schedule includes three matinee performances through the holiday weekend!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
Salute to Vienna
SALUTE TO VIENNA
Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 8 PM
The world's favorite New Year's tradition! What The Nutcracker is to Christmas, "Salute to Vienna" is to the New Year! Swoon and sway to the music of Vienna's 'Waltz King', Johann Strauss Jr., in an unforgettable performance of music, song and dance, performed by brilliant singers, beautifully costumed dancers, and the full Strauss Symphony of America.
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
GEORGE BALANCHINE'S
THE NUTCRACKER
December 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 @ 7:30 p.m.
December 20, 21 @ 2 p.m.
Like a Broadway spectacular, Miami City Ballet's production of the famed George Balanchine's The Nutcracker has it all, a cast of more than 100, glorious sets and costumes, magical special effects, beautiful music, and exceptional dancing by international stars. It's the Holiday show to see!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE
Please Join the Adrienne Arsht Center and United Way with our Holiday Toy Drive this Season.
Bring an Unwrapped Holiday Gift (For Children Ages 1-18) to the Performance You Are Attending. Toy drive ends today.
Happy Holidays!
FREE TOURS
FREE! Every Monday And Saturday At Noon
Tours depart from the lobby of the Sanford and
Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House.
The Adrienne Arsht Center, the largest performing arts center built in the United States in the last three decades, now offers free bi-weekly Behind-the-Scenes Tours.
Tours last approximately one hour. Free, no reservations required. Please call the Box Office 305.949.6722 for more tour schedule information.
Hands on Miami
HOT Projects
Pelican Harbor Clean Up
Come out for a fun-filled beach clean up day! Volunteers ride out in a boat to Pelican Harbor to clean up our beautiful bays and beaches. Family-friendly: minimum age with an adult is 8. (25-50 volunteers) Project # 26
* Neighborhood:Pelican Harbor (79th Street Causeway)
* Date: Saturday, December 20th· 9:00am - 12:00pm
* VL: Rob Hellestrae 305-613-8414 (cell) robhelle@hotmail.com
Arsht Center Volunteer Orientation
This orientation is required for all HOM volunteers interested in being ticket takers and/or ushers at Arsht Center for Performing Arts. At the orientation, volunteers will learn about the Arsht Center and the roles they will play as volunteers. The volunteer leader will also go over details of the project, benefits, and attire. Following this orientation, volunteer must attend an additional training session with the center. Performances for the month will be announced at the orientation. Training sessions and performances are not HOM projects. Project # 17
* Neighborhood: Downtown
* Date: Saturday, December 20th· 10:00am - 11:30am
* VL: Evelyn Gigiras Sullivan 786- 468-2285 (w) volunteers@arshtcenter.org
Restock the ReStore
Habitat for Humanity ReStore sells donated building materials, tools, furniture, and appliances to the public at discounted prices and all proceeds help finance Miami Habitat's housing building efforts. They need your help making their showroom presentable! Come help organize house wares, furniture and tools so that Habitat sells more goods to build more houses! Minimum age is 17 with an adult. Volunteers MUST be able to lift over 20 pounds. (10-25 volunteers) Project # 45
* Neighborhood: Northwest Miami-Dade
* Date: Saturday, December 20th· 1:00p.m-4:00pm
* VL: Leslie Hecker 305-992-6020 Leslie22222001@yahoo.com
Join us for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service!
Presented by Target
Help spread Martin Luther King's message of non- violence on January 17, 2009. Registration is Free!
Mission: To make Martin Luther King Day a "Day on, not a day off." Every year, Americans come together to recall Dr. King's life and message. Events like the ones being offered by HOM are designed to reaffirm his mission for the older generations who remember his dream, and the next generation that will keep it alive.
On Saturday, January 17, 2009, Hands On Miami will engage volunteers to beautify and revitalize Liberty Square, a public housing facility located in Liberty City. Volunteers will paint the apartments of senior citizens and people with disabilities and landscape the grounds of the facility.
Register online today! To sign up, please click here and click "Select a Project."
Happy Holidays from Hands On Miami!
The Hands On Miami office will be closed Dec. 24th- Jan. 4th. We will reopen Jan. 5th. Volunteer projects and orientations will not be scheduled during that time either. If you would like to volunteer during the holiday season, below are some agencies in need of your help! Please contact them directly for more information. Thank you for volunteering with Hands On Miami and we wish you and yours a happy and healthy holiday season and new year!
* Fair Havens Senior Center- 305-887-1565
* Community Partnership for the Homeless- 305- 329-3042
* Hebrew Home and Hospital for the Aged- 305-672- 6464
* Arch Plaza Senior Center- 305-891-1710
* Miami Rescue Mission- 305-571-2227
Community Cinema Independent Lens is in Miami!
Hands On Miami in partnership with Independent Lens, Florida International University's Center for Leadership and Service, Channel 2 your local PBS station and Generation Engage are excited to present the Community Cinema series, showing on Friday, January 23, 2008 beginning at 7:00pm at Florida International University's University Park campus in GC 140. Join us for free popcorn and screening of Tulia, Texas.
About the film: A lone undercover cop moves into a small farming town. By the end of the blazing summer of 1999, 46 people are arrested for selling cocaine--nearly all of them African American. It was heralded as one of the biggest drug busts in Texas history, until a team of lawyers set out to uncover the truth.Please note: you may sign yourself up to attend this event as you would sign up for a regular service project, or you may just show up to the event.
For more information about the Community Cinema please click here! or contact Judie Stork at judie@handsonmiami.org or 305-646-7462.
New Policy for County projects
Due to a new county ordinance, beginning in Jan 2009, HOM volunteers will be required to provide a Social Security or Driver's License Number along with their name during signing in at all projects related to Miami Dade County Parks and Recreation. At present, that includes the Calendar projects Zoo Beautification and Pelican Harbor Clean Up. All volunteers will be asked to provide this information on a separate sign in sheet at all Parks projects. In addition, after having volunteered at any Miami Dade County Parks project three (3) times within six (6) months, volunteers will be required to be fingerprinted and go through a background check with the County. Thank you for your flexibility on this issue and for volunteering!
Are YOU a Leader?
Take a lead with Hands On Miami and become a Volunteer Leader (VL) for a calendar project or new volunteer orientation! HOM is looking for a few good volunteers who are ready to step up to the plate and support projects as a leader. Starting in September, we will be holding monthly VL trainings. If you have any questions, would like to see a list of projects and orientations that are in need of VLs, or want to set up a one-on-one training, please contact Lucia Goyen at 305-646-7255 or Lucia@handsonmiami.org.
When: Wednesday, January 14th
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
Where: United Way Executive Conference Room
Sign up here!
Volunteer Opportunities
PLEASE NOTE: THESE ARE NOT HANDS ON MIAMI VOLUNTEER PROJECTS. YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE VOLUNTEER HOURS FROM HANDS ON MIAMI.
LOVE cures Charity art auction
Date and Time: Feb 5th 5pm-10pm (dress in black)
Location: Miami Art Space 244 NW 35 St Miami Fl 33127
For more information, contact Carolina Salazar 786-395-6307 csalazar71@yahoo.com or www.bandofparents.org
Miami Rescue Mission- Winter Recess
Come help Miami Rescue Mission with their winter camp for kids during the holidays! Minimum age to volunteer is 16.
Dates: Dec. 23rd, 24th (1/2day), 26th and 29th from 8:30am-3:00pm
Location: 2020 NW 1ST AVE. MIAMI, FL 33127- 4902
For more information, contact Melissa Singh at 305-571-2227 or msingh@caringplace.org.
The Seedlings of Hope Children's Festival
The Mustard Seed Initiative, Inc is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that utilizes music, dance, art and storytelling to educate and uplift South Florida's youth. www.mustardseedinitiative.org
Date and Time: Friday, Feb. 6, 2009 2-6pm for set-up; Feb.7, 2009 7am-7pm
Training will be Sunday, February 1, 2009 at 2pm
Location: 5 Acres Ranch 22900 SW 152 Ave, Anderson Corner, The Redlands
Directions: From US 1- go south on US 1, make a right (west) on SW 232 St/Silver Palm Dr, Continue west to Anderson Corner, Make a right at 152 Ave. Ranch will be straight ahead on your left.
From turnpike- go south on Turnpike, exit Quail Roost, go west on Quail Roost (must pass Eureka at turnpike exit), make a (south) at SW 152 Ave, Ranch will be on your right before you intersect with SW 232 St/Silver Palm Dr.
For more information, contact Laurie Johnson 305- 247-8252 or laurie_johnson@bellsouth.net.
Empowered Youth is seeking volunteers.
On-site Coordinator: This position will entail being the coordinator on the ground at the Troy Academy Monday through Friday from 3-7 p.m. You will be working directly with the youth, the staff, and coordinating the Empowered Youth activities scheduled at the school each day. Community Outreach/Job Development Coordinator: This position will entail networking with the community, attending Rotary and Chamber of Commerce Meetings and making presentations to businesses and organizations to secure opportunities for our youth to get internships and jobs when they graduate from our 5-step post-detention program. Clearance Coordinator: This position will entail working with volunteers to be sure that everyone receives the level 2 clearance that is required for all active participants of our program. Mentoring Coordinator: This position will entail recruiting men and women to be mentors for our youth, and working with the Clearance Coordinator to be sure that they all receive volunteer packets and the required clearance. Basic Life Skill Tutors: we have an opportunity to tutor youth in the basic life skills (math, language, literacy - the basic reading level of these kids is third grade). Tutors are needed 3-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Mentors: One of the most critical steps in our 5-step program is that every youth will be assigned a mentor. A detailed outline of the position will be provided upon request. Join us in helping these kids to break the cycle and having the lives and futures they deserve.For more info, contact: Colleen Adams, (786) 317-4160 or colleen.adams@pery.com
Contact Information
email: info@handsonmiami.org
phone: 305-646-7200
web: http://www.handsonmiami.org
Pelican Harbor Clean Up
Come out for a fun-filled beach clean up day! Volunteers ride out in a boat to Pelican Harbor to clean up our beautiful bays and beaches. Family-friendly: minimum age with an adult is 8. (25-50 volunteers) Project # 26
* Neighborhood:Pelican Harbor (79th Street Causeway)
* Date: Saturday, December 20th· 9:00am - 12:00pm
* VL: Rob Hellestrae 305-613-8414 (cell) robhelle@hotmail.com
Arsht Center Volunteer Orientation
This orientation is required for all HOM volunteers interested in being ticket takers and/or ushers at Arsht Center for Performing Arts. At the orientation, volunteers will learn about the Arsht Center and the roles they will play as volunteers. The volunteer leader will also go over details of the project, benefits, and attire. Following this orientation, volunteer must attend an additional training session with the center. Performances for the month will be announced at the orientation. Training sessions and performances are not HOM projects. Project # 17
* Neighborhood: Downtown
* Date: Saturday, December 20th· 10:00am - 11:30am
* VL: Evelyn Gigiras Sullivan 786- 468-2285 (w) volunteers@arshtcenter.org
Restock the ReStore
Habitat for Humanity ReStore sells donated building materials, tools, furniture, and appliances to the public at discounted prices and all proceeds help finance Miami Habitat's housing building efforts. They need your help making their showroom presentable! Come help organize house wares, furniture and tools so that Habitat sells more goods to build more houses! Minimum age is 17 with an adult. Volunteers MUST be able to lift over 20 pounds. (10-25 volunteers) Project # 45
* Neighborhood: Northwest Miami-Dade
* Date: Saturday, December 20th· 1:00p.m-4:00pm
* VL: Leslie Hecker 305-992-6020 Leslie22222001@yahoo.com
Join us for Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service!
Presented by Target
Help spread Martin Luther King's message of non- violence on January 17, 2009. Registration is Free!
Mission: To make Martin Luther King Day a "Day on, not a day off." Every year, Americans come together to recall Dr. King's life and message. Events like the ones being offered by HOM are designed to reaffirm his mission for the older generations who remember his dream, and the next generation that will keep it alive.
On Saturday, January 17, 2009, Hands On Miami will engage volunteers to beautify and revitalize Liberty Square, a public housing facility located in Liberty City. Volunteers will paint the apartments of senior citizens and people with disabilities and landscape the grounds of the facility.
Register online today! To sign up, please click here and click "Select a Project."
Happy Holidays from Hands On Miami!
The Hands On Miami office will be closed Dec. 24th- Jan. 4th. We will reopen Jan. 5th. Volunteer projects and orientations will not be scheduled during that time either. If you would like to volunteer during the holiday season, below are some agencies in need of your help! Please contact them directly for more information. Thank you for volunteering with Hands On Miami and we wish you and yours a happy and healthy holiday season and new year!
* Fair Havens Senior Center- 305-887-1565
* Community Partnership for the Homeless- 305- 329-3042
* Hebrew Home and Hospital for the Aged- 305-672- 6464
* Arch Plaza Senior Center- 305-891-1710
* Miami Rescue Mission- 305-571-2227
Community Cinema Independent Lens is in Miami!
Hands On Miami in partnership with Independent Lens, Florida International University's Center for Leadership and Service, Channel 2 your local PBS station and Generation Engage are excited to present the Community Cinema series, showing on Friday, January 23, 2008 beginning at 7:00pm at Florida International University's University Park campus in GC 140. Join us for free popcorn and screening of Tulia, Texas.
About the film: A lone undercover cop moves into a small farming town. By the end of the blazing summer of 1999, 46 people are arrested for selling cocaine--nearly all of them African American. It was heralded as one of the biggest drug busts in Texas history, until a team of lawyers set out to uncover the truth.Please note: you may sign yourself up to attend this event as you would sign up for a regular service project, or you may just show up to the event.
For more information about the Community Cinema please click here! or contact Judie Stork at judie@handsonmiami.org or 305-646-7462.
New Policy for County projects
Due to a new county ordinance, beginning in Jan 2009, HOM volunteers will be required to provide a Social Security or Driver's License Number along with their name during signing in at all projects related to Miami Dade County Parks and Recreation. At present, that includes the Calendar projects Zoo Beautification and Pelican Harbor Clean Up. All volunteers will be asked to provide this information on a separate sign in sheet at all Parks projects. In addition, after having volunteered at any Miami Dade County Parks project three (3) times within six (6) months, volunteers will be required to be fingerprinted and go through a background check with the County. Thank you for your flexibility on this issue and for volunteering!
Are YOU a Leader?
Take a lead with Hands On Miami and become a Volunteer Leader (VL) for a calendar project or new volunteer orientation! HOM is looking for a few good volunteers who are ready to step up to the plate and support projects as a leader. Starting in September, we will be holding monthly VL trainings. If you have any questions, would like to see a list of projects and orientations that are in need of VLs, or want to set up a one-on-one training, please contact Lucia Goyen at 305-646-7255 or Lucia@handsonmiami.org.
When: Wednesday, January 14th
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
Where: United Way Executive Conference Room
Sign up here!
Volunteer Opportunities
PLEASE NOTE: THESE ARE NOT HANDS ON MIAMI VOLUNTEER PROJECTS. YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE VOLUNTEER HOURS FROM HANDS ON MIAMI.
LOVE cures Charity art auction
Date and Time: Feb 5th 5pm-10pm (dress in black)
Location: Miami Art Space 244 NW 35 St Miami Fl 33127
For more information, contact Carolina Salazar 786-395-6307 csalazar71@yahoo.com or www.bandofparents.org
Miami Rescue Mission- Winter Recess
Come help Miami Rescue Mission with their winter camp for kids during the holidays! Minimum age to volunteer is 16.
Dates: Dec. 23rd, 24th (1/2day), 26th and 29th from 8:30am-3:00pm
Location: 2020 NW 1ST AVE. MIAMI, FL 33127- 4902
For more information, contact Melissa Singh at 305-571-2227 or msingh@caringplace.org.
The Seedlings of Hope Children's Festival
The Mustard Seed Initiative, Inc is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that utilizes music, dance, art and storytelling to educate and uplift South Florida's youth. www.mustardseedinitiative.org
Date and Time: Friday, Feb. 6, 2009 2-6pm for set-up; Feb.7, 2009 7am-7pm
Training will be Sunday, February 1, 2009 at 2pm
Location: 5 Acres Ranch 22900 SW 152 Ave, Anderson Corner, The Redlands
Directions: From US 1- go south on US 1, make a right (west) on SW 232 St/Silver Palm Dr, Continue west to Anderson Corner, Make a right at 152 Ave. Ranch will be straight ahead on your left.
From turnpike- go south on Turnpike, exit Quail Roost, go west on Quail Roost (must pass Eureka at turnpike exit), make a (south) at SW 152 Ave, Ranch will be on your right before you intersect with SW 232 St/Silver Palm Dr.
For more information, contact Laurie Johnson 305- 247-8252 or laurie_johnson@bellsouth.net.
Empowered Youth is seeking volunteers.
On-site Coordinator: This position will entail being the coordinator on the ground at the Troy Academy Monday through Friday from 3-7 p.m. You will be working directly with the youth, the staff, and coordinating the Empowered Youth activities scheduled at the school each day. Community Outreach/Job Development Coordinator: This position will entail networking with the community, attending Rotary and Chamber of Commerce Meetings and making presentations to businesses and organizations to secure opportunities for our youth to get internships and jobs when they graduate from our 5-step post-detention program. Clearance Coordinator: This position will entail working with volunteers to be sure that everyone receives the level 2 clearance that is required for all active participants of our program. Mentoring Coordinator: This position will entail recruiting men and women to be mentors for our youth, and working with the Clearance Coordinator to be sure that they all receive volunteer packets and the required clearance. Basic Life Skill Tutors: we have an opportunity to tutor youth in the basic life skills (math, language, literacy - the basic reading level of these kids is third grade). Tutors are needed 3-4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Mentors: One of the most critical steps in our 5-step program is that every youth will be assigned a mentor. A detailed outline of the position will be provided upon request. Join us in helping these kids to break the cycle and having the lives and futures they deserve.For more info, contact: Colleen Adams, (786) 317-4160 or colleen.adams@pery.com
Contact Information
email: info@handsonmiami.org
phone: 305-646-7200
web: http://www.handsonmiami.org
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Hed Case
Hed Kandi Gastrolounge Opens
hed's up!
Is Attention Deficit Dining spoiling your social life? Do you suffer ennui, anxiety, and depression in restaurants?
Next time ADD threatens, reach for newly opened Hed Kandi.
The lounge on Washington Avenue offers down-tempo dance music and molecular gastronomy. Hed Kandi works by stimulating all of your senses at once with dimmed fluorescent pillars and London DJ playlists.
The cuisine bends the mind. Take the Bruschetta 20/20: a fresh-squeezed tomato juice capsule on balsamic caviar and micro basil powder topped with garlic crouton crumbles, or the smoking sweet plantains wrapped in bacon and paired with a mojito popsicle shooter. The dessert menu, written on edible paper, lists ice cream blasted with nitrogen and spun with a pop-rock garnish.
Hed Kandi is safe to pair with alcohol (the Sexy Kandi cocktail has muddled strawberries).
But side effects may include dancing.
Hed Kandi Lounge, 1200 Washington Avenue, South Beach (305-695-1998 or hedkandiloungemiami.com).
Hed Kandi Gastrolounge Opens
hed's up!
Is Attention Deficit Dining spoiling your social life? Do you suffer ennui, anxiety, and depression in restaurants?
Next time ADD threatens, reach for newly opened Hed Kandi.
The lounge on Washington Avenue offers down-tempo dance music and molecular gastronomy. Hed Kandi works by stimulating all of your senses at once with dimmed fluorescent pillars and London DJ playlists.
The cuisine bends the mind. Take the Bruschetta 20/20: a fresh-squeezed tomato juice capsule on balsamic caviar and micro basil powder topped with garlic crouton crumbles, or the smoking sweet plantains wrapped in bacon and paired with a mojito popsicle shooter. The dessert menu, written on edible paper, lists ice cream blasted with nitrogen and spun with a pop-rock garnish.
Hed Kandi is safe to pair with alcohol (the Sexy Kandi cocktail has muddled strawberries).
But side effects may include dancing.
Hed Kandi Lounge, 1200 Washington Avenue, South Beach (305-695-1998 or hedkandiloungemiami.com).
Tickets On Sale & Special Offers for the Week
Aaron Lewis of Staind
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Tue, 02/17/09
On Sale 12/19/08
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Disturbed
Pompano Beach Amphitheatre
Pompano Beach, FL
Sat, 02/14/09
On Sale 12/20/08
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Revolution Live
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Tue, 03/17/09
On Sale 12/20/08
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Revolution Live
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Sun, 03/01/09
On Sale 12/20/08
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Dr Dog
Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Fri, 02/20/09
On Sale 12/20/08
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Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Fri, 02/13/09
On Sale 12/19/08
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BankAtlantic Center
Sunrise, FL
Fri, 04/10/09
On Sale 12/19/08
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Classic Albums Live Presents: "BACK IN BLACK" AC/DC
Paradise Live
Hollywood, FL
Wed, 12/31/08
more dates
On Sale 12/17/08
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Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Tue, 03/24/09
On Sale 12/19/08
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Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Thu, 04/02/09
On Sale 12/19/08
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Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Tue, 02/17/09
On Sale 12/19/08
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Disturbed
Pompano Beach Amphitheatre
Pompano Beach, FL
Sat, 02/14/09
On Sale 12/20/08
Email Alert Mobile Alert Taste of Chaos
Revolution Live
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Tue, 03/17/09
On Sale 12/20/08
Email Alert Mobile Alert Take Action Tour
Revolution Live
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Sun, 03/01/09
On Sale 12/20/08
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Dr Dog
Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Fri, 02/20/09
On Sale 12/20/08
Email Alert Mobile Alert Blues Traveler
Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Fri, 02/13/09
On Sale 12/19/08
Email Alert Yanni Voices
BankAtlantic Center
Sunrise, FL
Fri, 04/10/09
On Sale 12/19/08
Email Alert
Classic Albums Live Presents: "BACK IN BLACK" AC/DC
Paradise Live
Hollywood, FL
Wed, 12/31/08
more dates
On Sale 12/17/08
Email Alert The Devil Wears Prada, a Day To Remember
Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Tue, 03/24/09
On Sale 12/19/08
Email Alert Destruction
Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Thu, 04/02/09
On Sale 12/19/08
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Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS!
CATS
Wednesday, December 31, 2008 - Sunday, January 4, 2009
Ziff Ballet Opera House
"A musical that transports the audience into a complete fantasy world!"
- The New York Times
Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS returns to enthrall a whole new generation of theatergoers with its magic, its mystery and its haunting melodies.
This production features direction and choreography by Broadway's original creative team Trevor Nunn and Gillian Lynne. See CATS for the first time, or see it again - the memory will enchant you now and forever!
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or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
NEW YEARS EVE SPECIAL!
Purchase tickets to our New Year's Eve show for the special rate of $20.09!
At this price, CATS is a great way to ring in the New Year!
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Wednesday, December 31, 2008 - Sunday, January 4, 2009
Ziff Ballet Opera House
"A musical that transports the audience into a complete fantasy world!"
- The New York Times
Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Andrew Lloyd Webber's CATS returns to enthrall a whole new generation of theatergoers with its magic, its mystery and its haunting melodies.
This production features direction and choreography by Broadway's original creative team Trevor Nunn and Gillian Lynne. See CATS for the first time, or see it again - the memory will enchant you now and forever!
BUY TICKETS NOW
or call the box office at 305.949.6722.
NEW YEARS EVE SPECIAL!
Purchase tickets to our New Year's Eve show for the special rate of $20.09!
At this price, CATS is a great way to ring in the New Year!
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and use promo code NEWYEAR to get this special rate today, or use the code when you call our box office at 305.949.6722.
Casting call
Casting Call: Comedy.com is currently casting the third season of its web series, Make a Hot Girl Laugh. The production team is looking for women with projects to promote to be featured in the series. (Projects will be promoted in the intro to the episode with a link.) To submit a candidate for consideration, send a headshot and bio to Josh Spector at josh at comedy.com. Each episode will be shot over 2-3 hours on set in Hollywood in mid-January.
Jazz at Cozy
"Jazz @ Cozy" tomorrow.
Event: Jazz @ Cozy
"New Orleans in Miami"
What: Performance
Host: Cozy Bar
Start Time: Tomorrow, December 18 at 10:00pm
End Time: Friday, December 19 at 2:00am
Where: Cozy Piano Bar & so much More.....
Event: Jazz @ Cozy
"New Orleans in Miami"
What: Performance
Host: Cozy Bar
Start Time: Tomorrow, December 18 at 10:00pm
End Time: Friday, December 19 at 2:00am
Where: Cozy Piano Bar & so much More.....
Casting call
Casting Call: Norwegian production company, Monster Entertainment is looking for fun and outgoing Americans with Norwegian ancestry to audition for a new travel reality competition series based in Norway called The Great Norway Adventure (wt), described as that country's version of American Idol. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and not older than 60. For more information and to find application forms, visit www.oconnorcasting.tv/norway.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
4 1/2 Minutes of Inspiration ... The Remarkable Story of Luma and Gabriel
In this short video clip from Rio de Janeiro ... walk with me into the heart of Latin America's largest slum, Rocinha favela ... let me introduce you to Luma and Gabriel, two amazing kids in a Developing Minds Foundation school ... feel what it's like for them to push past obstacles amid the violent chaos ... and meet Marcia, the extraordinary woman who could cower with fear under the watch of heavily armed gangs controlling the area ... but instead relies on raw courage and perseverance to develop the minds of these young children ... and in the process becomes a hero to thousands in her community.
Click for New Video: The Remarkable Story of Luma and Gabriel
This holiday season please consider placing an envelope beneath the Christmas tree, next to the Menorah or as part of any other ritual in keeping with your beliefs ... letting someone important to you know that you have made a contribution on their behalf ... opening up opportunities for Luma, Gabriel and others to get an education and have a happier life. You can also send a link of the video to the person on whose behalf you are giving ... your child, brother, sister, parent or friend.
Yes, material gifts are nice to offer and receive (and friends...I'm really counting on you this year!!!) ... but there is something special about making an investment in the future of humanity ... it brings to life the true meaning of hope and giving that this season is all about. To make a donation, you can use your credit card on the Developing Minds Foundation website.
Happy holidays ... and thank you for making this a great year for many of those who needed it the most.
www.developingmindsfoundation.org
Click for New Video: The Remarkable Story of Luma and Gabriel
This holiday season please consider placing an envelope beneath the Christmas tree, next to the Menorah or as part of any other ritual in keeping with your beliefs ... letting someone important to you know that you have made a contribution on their behalf ... opening up opportunities for Luma, Gabriel and others to get an education and have a happier life. You can also send a link of the video to the person on whose behalf you are giving ... your child, brother, sister, parent or friend.
Yes, material gifts are nice to offer and receive (and friends...I'm really counting on you this year!!!) ... but there is something special about making an investment in the future of humanity ... it brings to life the true meaning of hope and giving that this season is all about. To make a donation, you can use your credit card on the Developing Minds Foundation website.
Happy holidays ... and thank you for making this a great year for many of those who needed it the most.
www.developingmindsfoundation.org
AND THE WOMEN GATHER HOLIDAY CELEBRATION TABLE 8 MIAMI BEACH
Come and network with the amazing business and professional women of Miami. Signature cocktails and hors d’ouevres.
Men, you’re welcome as well :-)
DATE: Friday, December 19, 2008
TIME: 6 PM – 8 PM
Location: Table 8 Restaurant
1458 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach
Cost: A HAPPY SPIRIT
You must RSVP to contact at lornaowens.com
Men, you’re welcome as well :-)
DATE: Friday, December 19, 2008
TIME: 6 PM – 8 PM
Location: Table 8 Restaurant
1458 Ocean Drive
Miami Beach
Cost: A HAPPY SPIRIT
You must RSVP to contact at lornaowens.com
JAM @ MAM - Your Weekly Miami.Myopenbar.com Listings
JAM @ MAM
Thursday, December 18th
cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music, art, $10 for non-members, free for members / 5pm-8:30pm
Tonight, JAM @ MAM jams it with cocktails, music, eats and art to keep you busy for a few hours You can safely check off your "culture" box for the week afterwords.
Click here for information on becoming a member.
Miami Art Museum
101 West Flagler St , Miami, (305) 375-3000
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Additional open bars are posted to the website throughout the week, and details of events listed in the email are occasionally revised, so for the up-to-the-minute info, it's advised to check the site.
As for the accuracy of deals on the list — hey, we try. If you find something bogus, tell us and we'll ban that promoter's events forever. That's right — forever.
WED | THURS | FRI | SAT | SUN | MON | TUES
Wednesday, December 17th
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Nightdrive
Shipyard Pumpkinhead $2.50, Zyr cocktails $6, no cover / all night
The News
5582 NE 4th Ct.,
MiMo District
(305) 758-9932
It might cost you a little more then pocket change to score a drink here, but the party features DJs R3K+, Treasures, and DJPJ.
Besides, surely you can throw out a ten-spot for a quartet of beers (damn, check out that math). Who wants to be the richest man in the cemetery anyway?
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Next In Line Holiday Toy Drive
complimentary appetizers from Grass, cocktails from Chivas, unwrapped toy or $20 donation at the door / 7pm-9:30pm
Grass Restaurant & Lounge
28 NE 40th St.,
Design District
(305) 573-3355
Next in Line and the Cuban American National Council (CNC) invite you to Grass for appetizers and Chivas. Bring a new, unwrapped toy, or make a $20 donation at the door. Support a good cause in tough times.
Click here to RSVP and for additional details.
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Wine Down Wednesdays
all featured wine specials are five dollars per glass, no cover / 5pm-8pm
Conrad Hilton Hotel, Level 25
1395 Brickell Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 503-6500
No need to get down from your ivory tower just because it's the middle of the week. Take in the view, and every half-hour take your chances with the dice. Roll a 2 or a 5 and you've scored yourself an extra glass of wine on the house.
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Wing It Wednesday
free order of wings with every pitcher purchased / 11am-close
Flanigan's
2721 Bird Rd.,
(305) 446-1114
If you can't have free booze, at least the poultry's on the house. Still awaiting word on any hidden hot sauce charges.
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Ladies' Night
ladies drink free, no cover / 10pm-2am
Bougainvillea's
221 SW 58th Ave.,
(305) 669-8577
Alright ladies: it's probably too late to score yourself a date to the company holiday party. Cheers to four hours of free drinking and trying to find a date tonight for New Year's.
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Penny Beer Night
penny beers / 10pm-12pm
SandBar
3064 Grand Ave.,
(305) 444-5270
Stopping by SandBar is like slowing down to look at an accident on the side of the road. You know you shouldn't, but you just can't help yourself. Of course, $0.01 beers will help alleviate the guilt.
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Thursday, December 18th
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JAM @ MAM
cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music, art, $10 for non-members, free for members / 5pm-8:30pm
Miami Art Museum
101 West Flagler St,
(305) 375-3000
Tonight, JAM @ MAM jams it with cocktails, music, eats and art to keep you busy for a few hours You can safely check off your "culture" box for the week afterwords.
Click here for information on becoming a member.
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(((SHAKE)))
$1 Colt 45 tallboys or $7 Dirty Shake combos during Dirty Hour, no cover before 11pm / 10pm-12am
The Vagabond
30 NE 14th St.,
Overtown
(305) 379-0508
The Vagabond throws this old school hip-hop party, featuring "Dirty Hour" deals like $1 Colt 45 and the $7 "Dirty Shake" combo -- a shot of Jäger and a Colt 45. Hit up the Nintendo games, barbeque, and Colt 45 in quart form all night long, and drink like the king of Overtown.
(((SHAKE))) is cover-free until 11pm and $5 after 11pm.
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Super Size Me
all mixed drinks served in super sized cups, no cover / 10pm-1am
The Bar
172 Giralda Ave.,
(305) 442-2730
This deal still reminds me of a Walphin. Who knew a whale and a dolphin could mate? True, something smaller can always go into something bigger. If all else fails, feel free to use this fact to distract your coworkers from your hangover.
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Mee Drunk Nao
free Miller Lite with $12.95 food purchase / 11am-11pm
Sum Yum Gai
1403 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
(305) 604-8889
Your fortune says: Miller Lite provided with $12.95 food purchase. DNA testing of the food is up to you.
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Friday, December 19th
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Fridays At The Vagabond
one dollar PBR & Stella drafts, no cover before 11pm / 10pm-12am
The Vagabond
30 NE 14th St.,
Overtown
(305) 379-0508
This hipster hideaway, over on the mainland, comes alive every Friday night with one of downtown Miami's most popular parties. A dollar scores you a PBR or a Stella draft until midnight, so throw down a few duckets for a sixer early on and you'll be feeling pretty good about your night later. On stage tonight is Mod'lone.
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Club Kids Toy Drive
bring a toy and get a free Asahi beer, no cover / 10pm-12am
Transit Lounge
729 SW 1st Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 377-4628
A few things are going down tonight at Transit Lounge. When you bring a toy for the Charlee Program you get a free Asahi beer. Also, Monkey Village Project, a showcase of local volunteer-based Miami artists and musicians, will release their latest installment, Music From the Fourth Dimension. Entry is free and the entertainment kicks off at 11pm.
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Friday Happy Hour Extravaganza
ladies drink free, no cover / 5:30pm-7:30pm
The Bar
172 Giralda Ave.,
(305) 442-2730
The Bar offers the opportunity to hit up a happy hour spot after a long workweek in probably one of the oldest and more laid back bars in all of Coral Gables. Ladies drink free for two hours, which is never a bad thing for mostly everyone involved. Good bar food and a fully packed jukebox make this an easy place to spend the night drinking.
Editor's note: psst, the Steak Sandwich.
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Cocktail Hour
hors d'oeuvres and champagne, no cover, drink specials after 8pm / 6pm-8pm
View Bar
10295 Collins Ave.,
Regent Bal Harbour Hotel
On Fridays, enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and champagne from 6 to 8pm at this high-class hangout. You've been thinking about doing something class-ey one of these days so here's your chance to hit it up, on the house.
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Unwind
free well drinks, 2-for-1 premium, no cover / 7pm-11pm
Black Sheep Bar
721 Lincoln Ln.,
South Beach
(305) 531-7700
Black Sheep Bar is providing you with drinks so long as you show the bartender a business card, pay stub, or anything that identifies you as a member of the working class.
This may provide the perfect opportunity to get your otherwise cheap friends tanked tonight.
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Elevated Fridays
complimentary hors d'oeuvres, $6 cocktails / 6pm-7pm
Conrad Hilton Hotel, Level 25
1395 Brickell Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 503-6500
This weekly happy hour runs from 5 to 8pm with $6 cocktails to help you get into the weekend mood. Show up for some toothsome bites served from 6 to 7pm, courtesy of Chef Michael Gilligan, and enjoy the sick Brickell views from your high horse up on the 25th floor.
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Martini Fridays
martinis half price, no cover / All Night
UVA 69
6900 Biscayne Blvd.,
Upper East Side
(305) 754-9022
Perfect for a Miami winter, this Biscayne Blvd place is just what you needed to wind down from the crowded Miami happy hour you're coming from. Sip on half-price martinis and try out some quality mid-priced eats.
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Love & Happiness
half of drinks 5pm-8pm, ladies drink complimentary Flirtinis 6pm-9pm with business card, no cover / 5pm-9pm
Badrutt's Place
1250 S. Miami Ave.,
Ground Floor of The Vue Condominium
Brickell
(305) 415-0070
Badrutt's Place has jumped into the Friday happy hour scene on Brickell with a few different deals. This is your chance to head down from your high-priced condo early so you can mingle with the rest of the middle management world.
Here's the deal: from 5 to 8pm, everyone benefits from half-off drinks; from 6 to 9pm, ladies drink complimentary Flirtinis when they present a business card, and after 8pm it's Ketel One and Dewars cocktails for $8.
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Saturday, December 20th
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Club Kids Toy Drive
bring a toy and get a free Asahi beer, no cover / 10pm-12am
Transit Lounge
729 SW 1st Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 377-4628
Tonight is a continuation of last nights toy drive, but without the music release. When you bring a toy for the Charlee Program you get a free Asahi beer. Entry is free with an 11pm on-stage kickoff.
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Mix It Up Saturdays
2-for-1 well drinks and domestic beer, no cover / 11pm-2am
Fox's
6030 S Dixie Hwy.,
(305) 666-2230
Just like a wiley old veteran, Fox's can still get it done. This South Miami hangout has seen its fair share of action and it has been the scene of one too many drunken stupors. Stop in for the well-timed two-for-one action and pass by the take-out window on the way out.
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Poplife
2-for-1 cocktails, no cover before midnight / 10pm-12pm
White Room
1306 N Miami Ave.,
(305) 995-5060
Yes, it's called the White Room because the main bar is a big white room. It's worth the trip into Overtown just to see the greatest collection of fauxhawks ever assembled in one place. Besides, aren't you tired of driving out to the beach?
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Red Bull Saturdays
2-for-1 Red Bull Vodkas, no cover / 6pm-10pm
Hemisphere Bar
1601 Collins Ave.,
Inside the Loews Hotel
South Beach
(305) 604-1601
There's nothing like killing off a little sleep deprivation with a kick-start of a couple rounds of Red Bull & Vodkas. Friday may have been a late night, but if you're falling asleep after a few here, it's time to stop reading this list.
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Sunday, December 21st
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Happy Hour Sun Shower
complimentary cocktails, no cover / 7pm-8pm
The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club
1732-1756 Collins Avenue,
South Beach
(305) 674-1160
Catalina will hook you up with drinks during this complimentary cocktail hour. It's a perfect spot for locals to watch the South Beach newcomers walk around like zombies from a bad B-movie.
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Two for One Sundays
2-for-1 everything, no cover / 9pm-close
Transit Lounge
729 SW 1st Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 377-4628
A low key Brickell hangout, Transit Lounge offers two-for-one drinks from open to close on Sundays. If you're looking for a no-frills, no B.S. spot where you can grab a board game, score a moderately priced drink and listen to music, give this a try.
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Signature Cocktail Night
2-for-1, no cover / 6pm-10pm
Hemisphere Bar
1601 Collins Ave.,
Inside the Loews Hotel
South Beach
(305) 604-1601
Sunday Funday means you're going to have to skip the shave and push you alarm clock back to an 8am wake-up tomorrow.
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Mee Drunk Nao
free Miller Lite with $12.95 food purchase / 11am-11pm
Sum Yum Gai
1403 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
(305) 604-8889
You're not going to get a better South Beach deal than unlimited Miller Lite when you buy $12.95 worth of Miami Chinese food.
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Monday, December 22nd
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Karaoke Mondays
get on the mic -- get a free drink, no cover / 4pm-8pm
Automatic Slims
1216 Washington Ave.,
(305) 695-0795
Stop putting it off. Sing a song, get a free drink. Do it.
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Mee Drunk Nao
free Miller Lite with $12.95 food purchase / 11am-11pm
Sum Yum Gai
1403 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
(305) 604-8889
For the price of a South Beach martini you get unlimited Miller Lite and something to snack on.
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Tuesday, December 23rd
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Shuffle Tuesdays
2-for-1 well drinks and domestic beer, no cover / 11pm-2am
Fox's
6030 S Dixie Hwy.,
(305) 666-2230
A shady-looking joint that looks like it could be the set of a 8mm snuff film, Fox's offers old-school feel, good food and a great jukebox. If you're planning on ordering the prime rib, make sure that you call ahead because it doesn't last. And of course you can hit up the walk-up liquor store window on your way out.
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1/2 price wine night!
all bottles of wine 1/2 off / 6pm-close
Novecento Brickell
1414 Brickell Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 403-0900
Half-priced wine might mean your girlfriend lets you hit up poker night with your buddies while she goes to grab some vino with her friends.
Or it might mean she hits you up for a twenty sport before leaving and keeps you up later with stories about her friend Cindy's doomed engagement. Survey says: "Probably worth it."
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Bombs Away
Jager, Grape, Cherry, & Irish Car Bombs all $3.50 / 10pm-12am
The Bar
172 Giralda Ave.,
(305) 442-2730
You haven't heard more about bombs being dropped since Najeh "Deuce" Davenport visited Barry University in 2002.
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Takeout Tuesday
2-for-1 drinks, no cover / 11pm-1am
Buck 15
707 Lincoln Lane (Above Miss Yip),
South Beach
(305) 534-5488
Check this out: toofer one drinks at Takeout Tuesdays hosted by Keen One – basically a rotating DJ gig in a back-alley upstairs loft space that looks like it was decorated with goods from a shut-in's garage sale.
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Beer Night
2-for-1 draft beer, no cover / 6pm-10pm
Hemisphere Bar
1601 Collins Ave.,
Inside the Loews Hotel
South Beach
(305) 604-1601
And to wrap up this week's list, we present you with this week's beer Haiku:
Have four more tonight
You will hate me, tomorrow
You can sleep all day
EVERYDAY!!!
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Happy Hour
entire bar 2-for-1 / 8am-7pm
Mac's Club Deuce
222 14th St,
South Beach
(305) 531-6200
Oh, I know what you're thinking. "Dude, this is not an open bar." Slow down, turbo. When drinks are already about as cheap as a roadside arepa, the least you could do is cough up a coupla quarters and make it appear as if you serve some purpose in life.
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Happy Hour
complimentary vodka, rum, and gin, no cover / 7pm-8pm
Chesterfield Hotel
855 Collins Ave,
South Beach
(305) 531-5831
Can't talk; call me at 8pm.
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Happy Hour
Monday through Friday, half-off all liquor, 40% off beer / 4pm-8pm
Monty's Raw Bar
300 Alton Rd.,
(305) 672-1148
If you were looking for a cheap happy hour place on South Beach, you found it. Monty's also has a raw bar, so if you were looking for one of those, you found that as well.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1, entire bar / 5pm-7pm
Clinton Hotel
825 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
305-938-4040
Any place that names its restaurant Ratatouille immediately after a film of the same name is respectfully shady in my book. I'll drink to that.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1, entire bar / 4pm-8pm
Indian Creek Hotel
2727 Indian Creek Dr.,
South Beach
305-531-2727
Get your date drunk enough so she won't want to eat at the delicious Creek 28, which won't be 2-for-1.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1 Everything / 12pm-12am
Bellini
510 Ocean Dr.,
South Beach
This address changes hands more often than Pee Wee Herman at the movies.
This just in: this place is now called Barolo; same deal.
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Happy Hour
Monday through Friday, 2-for-1 drinks, no cover / 4pm-7pm
The Playwright
1265 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
(305) 534-0667
Okay, so it's not exactly every day, but it is every weekday. If it makes up for it, this place is easier to get laid at then a brothel.
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Happy Hour
half off entire bar, no cover / 4pm-7pm
Berries
2884 SW 27th Ave.,
(305) 448-2111
The ladies love this place. Don't bitch to me later about not hooking you up.
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Happy Hour
all drinks half price, no cover / Tuesday through Saturday, 4pm-7pm
UVA 69
6900 Biscayne Blvd.,
Upper East Side
(305) 754-9022
Miami has some of the worst drivers in the country. Sometimes I drive around thinking I'm in a real live game of Paperboy. That's probably not helping things out.
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Happy Hour
half off drinks, no cover / 4pm-7pm
Dolores But You Can Call Me Lolita
1000 South Miami Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 403-3103
I haven't figured out the name, but I don't think it has anything to do with the Long Island Lolita. This is still Miami though, so I guess you never know.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1 beer specials, no cover / Monday through Friday, 4pm-8pm
Joe's Tiki Bar & Grill
3301 Rickenbacker Causeay,
(305) 454-3385
You don't get more local then Joe's. Located next to the marina, with views of Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami, it's worth the trip down the causeway just to take in the view.
Hold on to your toll receipt because Joe will pick it up.
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Happy Hour
half off all drinks, no cover during happy hour / 4pm-7pm
Blue Martini
900 S Miami Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 350-5051
I've heard that if you can't bag a cougar here that it's time to hang up your hunting rifle.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1 entire bar, no cover / 3pm-9pm
Black Sheep Bar
721 Lincoln Ln.,
South Beach
(305) 531-7700
If you tell your boss you're taking a half-day, you can hit up this entire 6-hour happy hour. This might call for more cowbell.
Thursday, December 18th
cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music, art, $10 for non-members, free for members / 5pm-8:30pm
Tonight, JAM @ MAM jams it with cocktails, music, eats and art to keep you busy for a few hours You can safely check off your "culture" box for the week afterwords.
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101 West Flagler St , Miami, (305) 375-3000
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Additional open bars are posted to the website throughout the week, and details of events listed in the email are occasionally revised, so for the up-to-the-minute info, it's advised to check the site.
As for the accuracy of deals on the list — hey, we try. If you find something bogus, tell us and we'll ban that promoter's events forever. That's right — forever.
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Wednesday, December 17th
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Nightdrive
Shipyard Pumpkinhead $2.50, Zyr cocktails $6, no cover / all night
The News
5582 NE 4th Ct.,
MiMo District
(305) 758-9932
It might cost you a little more then pocket change to score a drink here, but the party features DJs R3K+, Treasures, and DJPJ.
Besides, surely you can throw out a ten-spot for a quartet of beers (damn, check out that math). Who wants to be the richest man in the cemetery anyway?
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Next In Line Holiday Toy Drive
complimentary appetizers from Grass, cocktails from Chivas, unwrapped toy or $20 donation at the door / 7pm-9:30pm
Grass Restaurant & Lounge
28 NE 40th St.,
Design District
(305) 573-3355
Next in Line and the Cuban American National Council (CNC) invite you to Grass for appetizers and Chivas. Bring a new, unwrapped toy, or make a $20 donation at the door. Support a good cause in tough times.
Click here to RSVP and for additional details.
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Wine Down Wednesdays
all featured wine specials are five dollars per glass, no cover / 5pm-8pm
Conrad Hilton Hotel, Level 25
1395 Brickell Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 503-6500
No need to get down from your ivory tower just because it's the middle of the week. Take in the view, and every half-hour take your chances with the dice. Roll a 2 or a 5 and you've scored yourself an extra glass of wine on the house.
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Wing It Wednesday
free order of wings with every pitcher purchased / 11am-close
Flanigan's
2721 Bird Rd.,
(305) 446-1114
If you can't have free booze, at least the poultry's on the house. Still awaiting word on any hidden hot sauce charges.
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Ladies' Night
ladies drink free, no cover / 10pm-2am
Bougainvillea's
221 SW 58th Ave.,
(305) 669-8577
Alright ladies: it's probably too late to score yourself a date to the company holiday party. Cheers to four hours of free drinking and trying to find a date tonight for New Year's.
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Penny Beer Night
penny beers / 10pm-12pm
SandBar
3064 Grand Ave.,
(305) 444-5270
Stopping by SandBar is like slowing down to look at an accident on the side of the road. You know you shouldn't, but you just can't help yourself. Of course, $0.01 beers will help alleviate the guilt.
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Thursday, December 18th
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JAM @ MAM
cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music, art, $10 for non-members, free for members / 5pm-8:30pm
Miami Art Museum
101 West Flagler St,
(305) 375-3000
Tonight, JAM @ MAM jams it with cocktails, music, eats and art to keep you busy for a few hours You can safely check off your "culture" box for the week afterwords.
Click here for information on becoming a member.
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(((SHAKE)))
$1 Colt 45 tallboys or $7 Dirty Shake combos during Dirty Hour, no cover before 11pm / 10pm-12am
The Vagabond
30 NE 14th St.,
Overtown
(305) 379-0508
The Vagabond throws this old school hip-hop party, featuring "Dirty Hour" deals like $1 Colt 45 and the $7 "Dirty Shake" combo -- a shot of Jäger and a Colt 45. Hit up the Nintendo games, barbeque, and Colt 45 in quart form all night long, and drink like the king of Overtown.
(((SHAKE))) is cover-free until 11pm and $5 after 11pm.
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Super Size Me
all mixed drinks served in super sized cups, no cover / 10pm-1am
The Bar
172 Giralda Ave.,
(305) 442-2730
This deal still reminds me of a Walphin. Who knew a whale and a dolphin could mate? True, something smaller can always go into something bigger. If all else fails, feel free to use this fact to distract your coworkers from your hangover.
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Mee Drunk Nao
free Miller Lite with $12.95 food purchase / 11am-11pm
Sum Yum Gai
1403 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
(305) 604-8889
Your fortune says: Miller Lite provided with $12.95 food purchase. DNA testing of the food is up to you.
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Friday, December 19th
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Fridays At The Vagabond
one dollar PBR & Stella drafts, no cover before 11pm / 10pm-12am
The Vagabond
30 NE 14th St.,
Overtown
(305) 379-0508
This hipster hideaway, over on the mainland, comes alive every Friday night with one of downtown Miami's most popular parties. A dollar scores you a PBR or a Stella draft until midnight, so throw down a few duckets for a sixer early on and you'll be feeling pretty good about your night later. On stage tonight is Mod'lone.
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Club Kids Toy Drive
bring a toy and get a free Asahi beer, no cover / 10pm-12am
Transit Lounge
729 SW 1st Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 377-4628
A few things are going down tonight at Transit Lounge. When you bring a toy for the Charlee Program you get a free Asahi beer. Also, Monkey Village Project, a showcase of local volunteer-based Miami artists and musicians, will release their latest installment, Music From the Fourth Dimension. Entry is free and the entertainment kicks off at 11pm.
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Friday Happy Hour Extravaganza
ladies drink free, no cover / 5:30pm-7:30pm
The Bar
172 Giralda Ave.,
(305) 442-2730
The Bar offers the opportunity to hit up a happy hour spot after a long workweek in probably one of the oldest and more laid back bars in all of Coral Gables. Ladies drink free for two hours, which is never a bad thing for mostly everyone involved. Good bar food and a fully packed jukebox make this an easy place to spend the night drinking.
Editor's note: psst, the Steak Sandwich.
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Cocktail Hour
hors d'oeuvres and champagne, no cover, drink specials after 8pm / 6pm-8pm
View Bar
10295 Collins Ave.,
Regent Bal Harbour Hotel
On Fridays, enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres and champagne from 6 to 8pm at this high-class hangout. You've been thinking about doing something class-ey one of these days so here's your chance to hit it up, on the house.
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Unwind
free well drinks, 2-for-1 premium, no cover / 7pm-11pm
Black Sheep Bar
721 Lincoln Ln.,
South Beach
(305) 531-7700
Black Sheep Bar is providing you with drinks so long as you show the bartender a business card, pay stub, or anything that identifies you as a member of the working class.
This may provide the perfect opportunity to get your otherwise cheap friends tanked tonight.
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Elevated Fridays
complimentary hors d'oeuvres, $6 cocktails / 6pm-7pm
Conrad Hilton Hotel, Level 25
1395 Brickell Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 503-6500
This weekly happy hour runs from 5 to 8pm with $6 cocktails to help you get into the weekend mood. Show up for some toothsome bites served from 6 to 7pm, courtesy of Chef Michael Gilligan, and enjoy the sick Brickell views from your high horse up on the 25th floor.
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Martini Fridays
martinis half price, no cover / All Night
UVA 69
6900 Biscayne Blvd.,
Upper East Side
(305) 754-9022
Perfect for a Miami winter, this Biscayne Blvd place is just what you needed to wind down from the crowded Miami happy hour you're coming from. Sip on half-price martinis and try out some quality mid-priced eats.
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Love & Happiness
half of drinks 5pm-8pm, ladies drink complimentary Flirtinis 6pm-9pm with business card, no cover / 5pm-9pm
Badrutt's Place
1250 S. Miami Ave.,
Ground Floor of The Vue Condominium
Brickell
(305) 415-0070
Badrutt's Place has jumped into the Friday happy hour scene on Brickell with a few different deals. This is your chance to head down from your high-priced condo early so you can mingle with the rest of the middle management world.
Here's the deal: from 5 to 8pm, everyone benefits from half-off drinks; from 6 to 9pm, ladies drink complimentary Flirtinis when they present a business card, and after 8pm it's Ketel One and Dewars cocktails for $8.
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Saturday, December 20th
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Club Kids Toy Drive
bring a toy and get a free Asahi beer, no cover / 10pm-12am
Transit Lounge
729 SW 1st Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 377-4628
Tonight is a continuation of last nights toy drive, but without the music release. When you bring a toy for the Charlee Program you get a free Asahi beer. Entry is free with an 11pm on-stage kickoff.
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Mix It Up Saturdays
2-for-1 well drinks and domestic beer, no cover / 11pm-2am
Fox's
6030 S Dixie Hwy.,
(305) 666-2230
Just like a wiley old veteran, Fox's can still get it done. This South Miami hangout has seen its fair share of action and it has been the scene of one too many drunken stupors. Stop in for the well-timed two-for-one action and pass by the take-out window on the way out.
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Poplife
2-for-1 cocktails, no cover before midnight / 10pm-12pm
White Room
1306 N Miami Ave.,
(305) 995-5060
Yes, it's called the White Room because the main bar is a big white room. It's worth the trip into Overtown just to see the greatest collection of fauxhawks ever assembled in one place. Besides, aren't you tired of driving out to the beach?
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Red Bull Saturdays
2-for-1 Red Bull Vodkas, no cover / 6pm-10pm
Hemisphere Bar
1601 Collins Ave.,
Inside the Loews Hotel
South Beach
(305) 604-1601
There's nothing like killing off a little sleep deprivation with a kick-start of a couple rounds of Red Bull & Vodkas. Friday may have been a late night, but if you're falling asleep after a few here, it's time to stop reading this list.
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Sunday, December 21st
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Happy Hour Sun Shower
complimentary cocktails, no cover / 7pm-8pm
The Catalina Hotel & Beach Club
1732-1756 Collins Avenue,
South Beach
(305) 674-1160
Catalina will hook you up with drinks during this complimentary cocktail hour. It's a perfect spot for locals to watch the South Beach newcomers walk around like zombies from a bad B-movie.
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Two for One Sundays
2-for-1 everything, no cover / 9pm-close
Transit Lounge
729 SW 1st Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 377-4628
A low key Brickell hangout, Transit Lounge offers two-for-one drinks from open to close on Sundays. If you're looking for a no-frills, no B.S. spot where you can grab a board game, score a moderately priced drink and listen to music, give this a try.
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Signature Cocktail Night
2-for-1, no cover / 6pm-10pm
Hemisphere Bar
1601 Collins Ave.,
Inside the Loews Hotel
South Beach
(305) 604-1601
Sunday Funday means you're going to have to skip the shave and push you alarm clock back to an 8am wake-up tomorrow.
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Mee Drunk Nao
free Miller Lite with $12.95 food purchase / 11am-11pm
Sum Yum Gai
1403 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
(305) 604-8889
You're not going to get a better South Beach deal than unlimited Miller Lite when you buy $12.95 worth of Miami Chinese food.
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Monday, December 22nd
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Karaoke Mondays
get on the mic -- get a free drink, no cover / 4pm-8pm
Automatic Slims
1216 Washington Ave.,
(305) 695-0795
Stop putting it off. Sing a song, get a free drink. Do it.
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Mee Drunk Nao
free Miller Lite with $12.95 food purchase / 11am-11pm
Sum Yum Gai
1403 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
(305) 604-8889
For the price of a South Beach martini you get unlimited Miller Lite and something to snack on.
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Tuesday, December 23rd
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Shuffle Tuesdays
2-for-1 well drinks and domestic beer, no cover / 11pm-2am
Fox's
6030 S Dixie Hwy.,
(305) 666-2230
A shady-looking joint that looks like it could be the set of a 8mm snuff film, Fox's offers old-school feel, good food and a great jukebox. If you're planning on ordering the prime rib, make sure that you call ahead because it doesn't last. And of course you can hit up the walk-up liquor store window on your way out.
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1/2 price wine night!
all bottles of wine 1/2 off / 6pm-close
Novecento Brickell
1414 Brickell Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 403-0900
Half-priced wine might mean your girlfriend lets you hit up poker night with your buddies while she goes to grab some vino with her friends.
Or it might mean she hits you up for a twenty sport before leaving and keeps you up later with stories about her friend Cindy's doomed engagement. Survey says: "Probably worth it."
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Bombs Away
Jager, Grape, Cherry, & Irish Car Bombs all $3.50 / 10pm-12am
The Bar
172 Giralda Ave.,
(305) 442-2730
You haven't heard more about bombs being dropped since Najeh "Deuce" Davenport visited Barry University in 2002.
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Takeout Tuesday
2-for-1 drinks, no cover / 11pm-1am
Buck 15
707 Lincoln Lane (Above Miss Yip),
South Beach
(305) 534-5488
Check this out: toofer one drinks at Takeout Tuesdays hosted by Keen One – basically a rotating DJ gig in a back-alley upstairs loft space that looks like it was decorated with goods from a shut-in's garage sale.
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Beer Night
2-for-1 draft beer, no cover / 6pm-10pm
Hemisphere Bar
1601 Collins Ave.,
Inside the Loews Hotel
South Beach
(305) 604-1601
And to wrap up this week's list, we present you with this week's beer Haiku:
Have four more tonight
You will hate me, tomorrow
You can sleep all day
EVERYDAY!!!
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Happy Hour
entire bar 2-for-1 / 8am-7pm
Mac's Club Deuce
222 14th St,
South Beach
(305) 531-6200
Oh, I know what you're thinking. "Dude, this is not an open bar." Slow down, turbo. When drinks are already about as cheap as a roadside arepa, the least you could do is cough up a coupla quarters and make it appear as if you serve some purpose in life.
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Happy Hour
complimentary vodka, rum, and gin, no cover / 7pm-8pm
Chesterfield Hotel
855 Collins Ave,
South Beach
(305) 531-5831
Can't talk; call me at 8pm.
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Happy Hour
Monday through Friday, half-off all liquor, 40% off beer / 4pm-8pm
Monty's Raw Bar
300 Alton Rd.,
(305) 672-1148
If you were looking for a cheap happy hour place on South Beach, you found it. Monty's also has a raw bar, so if you were looking for one of those, you found that as well.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1, entire bar / 5pm-7pm
Clinton Hotel
825 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
305-938-4040
Any place that names its restaurant Ratatouille immediately after a film of the same name is respectfully shady in my book. I'll drink to that.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1, entire bar / 4pm-8pm
Indian Creek Hotel
2727 Indian Creek Dr.,
South Beach
305-531-2727
Get your date drunk enough so she won't want to eat at the delicious Creek 28, which won't be 2-for-1.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1 Everything / 12pm-12am
Bellini
510 Ocean Dr.,
South Beach
This address changes hands more often than Pee Wee Herman at the movies.
This just in: this place is now called Barolo; same deal.
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Happy Hour
Monday through Friday, 2-for-1 drinks, no cover / 4pm-7pm
The Playwright
1265 Washington Ave.,
South Beach
(305) 534-0667
Okay, so it's not exactly every day, but it is every weekday. If it makes up for it, this place is easier to get laid at then a brothel.
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Happy Hour
half off entire bar, no cover / 4pm-7pm
Berries
2884 SW 27th Ave.,
(305) 448-2111
The ladies love this place. Don't bitch to me later about not hooking you up.
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Happy Hour
all drinks half price, no cover / Tuesday through Saturday, 4pm-7pm
UVA 69
6900 Biscayne Blvd.,
Upper East Side
(305) 754-9022
Miami has some of the worst drivers in the country. Sometimes I drive around thinking I'm in a real live game of Paperboy. That's probably not helping things out.
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Happy Hour
half off drinks, no cover / 4pm-7pm
Dolores But You Can Call Me Lolita
1000 South Miami Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 403-3103
I haven't figured out the name, but I don't think it has anything to do with the Long Island Lolita. This is still Miami though, so I guess you never know.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1 beer specials, no cover / Monday through Friday, 4pm-8pm
Joe's Tiki Bar & Grill
3301 Rickenbacker Causeay,
(305) 454-3385
You don't get more local then Joe's. Located next to the marina, with views of Biscayne Bay and Downtown Miami, it's worth the trip down the causeway just to take in the view.
Hold on to your toll receipt because Joe will pick it up.
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Happy Hour
half off all drinks, no cover during happy hour / 4pm-7pm
Blue Martini
900 S Miami Ave.,
Brickell
(305) 350-5051
I've heard that if you can't bag a cougar here that it's time to hang up your hunting rifle.
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Happy Hour
2-for-1 entire bar, no cover / 3pm-9pm
Black Sheep Bar
721 Lincoln Ln.,
South Beach
(305) 531-7700
If you tell your boss you're taking a half-day, you can hit up this entire 6-hour happy hour. This might call for more cowbell.
This Thursday l X-mas Celebration @ Hope Center
Yes! This Thursday December 18th, we will have the Christmas Dinner Event at the Hope Center. Together with “Santa Claus”, we will be dancing and singing Christmas songs and giving presents to them. Enhance your day and be part of this great experience!
Address: 666 SW 4 St.
Time: 6:30 PM
Address: 666 SW 4 St.
Time: 6:30 PM
HYPE 101 - THURSDAY DECEMBER 18
Please join The Greater Miami Chamber's HYPE Committee on Thursday, December 18th 5:30pm at the WAREhOUSE (591 NW 27th Street) for an evening of complimentary cocktails, hors d' oeuvres, art and NETWORKING. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn more about community involvement from Marty Margulies and build stronger business relationships by networking with some of South Florida's most dedicated young professionals.
To register now go to http://miamichamber.com/events_programs/calendar_events.asp?cale_id 93 or open the attached form.
To register now go to http://miamichamber.com/events_programs/calendar_events.asp?cale_id 93 or open the attached form.
Flamenco Festival Miami Single Tickets
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Following last year's sold-out performances, FLAMENCO FESTIVAL MIAMI returns!
As an Adrienne Arsht Center Member, take advantage of this special opportunity to purchase tickets before the general public - three spectacular programs with the world's greatest flamenco artists - direct from Spain!
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CARMEN
Thursday, February 12 and Friday, February 13, 2009
"Drama of the highest order...heart-stopping!" - The Times
Based on Carlos Saura's Oscar-winning film, Carmen is brilliantly theatrical with its colorful costumes and mirrored set. It is a passionate retelling of one of the world's most tempestuous tales of love and seduction, betrayal and revenge.
Second show added by popular demand! Order now to get the best seats for this show!
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Estrella
ESTRELLA MORENTE
Thursday, February 19, 2009
"In the hands of Morente, flamenco remains a living, breathing tradition." BBC
Winner of the Flamenco.com award for Best Show of 2008, Estrella Morente is pop culture royalty in Spain. The singer from Granada often performs songs from outside the traditional flamenco repertory— always with that riveting, unmistakable Andalusian spirit.
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LOS FARRUCO
LOS FARRUCO
Saturday, February 28, 2009
"Raw flamenco, full of power, fire and unbridled masculinity." Daily Telegraph
Los Farruco - the first family of flamenco dance - is a famous gypsy dynasty known for its electrifying performances. Joined by two guitarists and three singers, the Farruco family presents a spectacular show performed with footwork so fast the dancers appear to fly!
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Subscriptions are still available! Get great seats for all three Flamenco Festival Miami shows here.
Flamenco Festival Miami
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Following last year's sold-out performances, FLAMENCO FESTIVAL MIAMI returns!
As an Adrienne Arsht Center Member, take advantage of this special opportunity to purchase tickets before the general public - three spectacular programs with the world's greatest flamenco artists - direct from Spain!
MEMBER PRE-SALE: Now
PUBLIC SALE: Monday, December 22
Flamenco Festival Miami
Flamenco Festival Miami Antonio Gades Company in
CARMEN
Thursday, February 12 and Friday, February 13, 2009
"Drama of the highest order...heart-stopping!" - The Times
Based on Carlos Saura's Oscar-winning film, Carmen is brilliantly theatrical with its colorful costumes and mirrored set. It is a passionate retelling of one of the world's most tempestuous tales of love and seduction, betrayal and revenge.
Second show added by popular demand! Order now to get the best seats for this show!
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Estrella
ESTRELLA MORENTE
Thursday, February 19, 2009
"In the hands of Morente, flamenco remains a living, breathing tradition." BBC
Winner of the Flamenco.com award for Best Show of 2008, Estrella Morente is pop culture royalty in Spain. The singer from Granada often performs songs from outside the traditional flamenco repertory— always with that riveting, unmistakable Andalusian spirit.
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LOS FARRUCO
LOS FARRUCO
Saturday, February 28, 2009
"Raw flamenco, full of power, fire and unbridled masculinity." Daily Telegraph
Los Farruco - the first family of flamenco dance - is a famous gypsy dynasty known for its electrifying performances. Joined by two guitarists and three singers, the Farruco family presents a spectacular show performed with footwork so fast the dancers appear to fly!
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Subscriptions are still available! Get great seats for all three Flamenco Festival Miami shows here.
The Newsletter of the Florida Center for the Literary Arts at Miami Dade College
Non-credit creative writing classes resume in February 2009. For more information on workshops and instructors, including costs, times and days, please visit www.flcenterlitarts or contact Claudia Forestieri at 305-237-3940 or mailto:lclaudia.forestieri at mdc.edu (Registration begins in January, 2009 but if there’s an aspiring writer in your life, and a creative writing workshop seems like a perfect holiday gift, call Lissette Mendez at 305-237-3298.) Here’s a sneak peek at the line-up:
Diaspora Tales: Capturing the Immigrant Experience with Liz Balmaseda. For fiction and nonfiction writers seeking to explore the common threads of the immigrant experience. Balmaseda is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author who writes for The Palm Beach Post. Her first novel, Sweet Mary, will be published in July, 2009.
Discovering Contemporary Poetry with Emma Trelles. Beginning writers are introduced to chapbooks, mini-collections of poems valued by poets for their tight focus on subject, detail, and voice. Trelles, a Pushcart Prize nominee for poetry, is the author of the chapbook Little Spells. She was the editor of MiPOesias Magazine's American-Cuban issue and a series editor for the Tigertail poetry annuals.
Writing and Performance Workshop with Alexis Caputo. Capture the muted voice in this interdisciplinary workshop that fuses literary, interpretive arts (theatre), activist theatre techniques (theatre games and practices), and media images. Caputo is a Performance Artist/Poet/Writer/Activist.
Mining Your Life for Fiction with Norma Watkins. Turn the untellable truth of your life (and the lives of your mother, sister, best friends, ex-spouse, rich uncle) into fiction. Watkins has been awarded a State of Florida Individual Artist Fellowship. Her personal essays appear regularly in the St. Petersburg Times.
Breaking into Magazines with Claudia Forestieri. Learn strategies for starting and maintaining a career as a freelance magazine writer, including how to pitch ideas that work and finding the right markets. Forestieri, a former television news reporter, is a freelance writer whose stories appear regularly in AARP Segunda Juventud, Latina Social Affairs, Latina Style and other publications.
Writing a Novel the TV Way with Anjanette Delgado. Learn to think like TV producers and writers and get your novel written! Delgado is an Emmy award-winning writer and multimedia producer and the author of The Heartbreak Pill.
Writing Children’s Literature with Lucia Gonzalez. Learn the basics behind crafting bilingual picture books while exploring elements of first voice and cultural authenticity. The workshop features in-class writing and storyboarding exercises. Gonzalez is the author The Bossy Gallito (selected for New York Times' Top 20 All Time Favorite Children’s Books), Señor Cat’s Romance, and The Storyteller’s Candle/La velita de los cuentos.
In Spanish. Advanced Creative Writing Workshop with Chely Lima. Where does inspiration come from? What are the building blocks of creating a successful narrative? Discover the writer within in this advanced Spanish-language writing workshop with acclaimed novelist and playwright Chely Lima.
In Spanish. Creating Characters with Emilio de Armas. This workshop explores the art of bringing your characters to life. De Armas, a journalist, editor and professor of literature, is the author of several books of poetry.
Save the Date!
Writer’s Institute, May 6-9, 2009. Get ready for readings, manuscript consultations with literary agents and intensive writing workshops at the much anticipated 2009 Writer’s Institute. Notable authors expected: Steve Almond, Lynne Barrett, Pete Collins, Chitra Divakaruni, Percival Everett, Esmeralda Santiago and 2008 National Book Award winner in poetry, Mark Doty. Check the FCLA website, www.flcenterlitarts.com, for more info in 2009.
Azar Nafisi, Things I've Been Silent About (Random House), 8 p.m., January 30, 2009, Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Nafisi, the author of the international bestseller Reading Lolita in Tehran, tells her story of growing up in Iran against the background of a country’s political revolution at a time her mother served in the Iranian Parliament while her father, once the mayor of Tehran, was in jail. Things I’ve Been Silent About has been called an “unforgettable portrait of a woman, a family, and a troubled homeland” from an author considered the modern master of the memoir.
FCLA co-presents author readings with Books and Books bookstore. Details on this and future readings, www.booksandbooks.com.
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This month’s recommended readings carry on themes explored during FCLA’s fall semester: environment and nature, graphic novels and Egyptian literature.
The World Without Us by Alan Weisman (St. Martin’s Press). Weisman’s tour of a post-human earth has been called a “fascinating nonfiction eco-thriller” by the Washington Post. He draws on the expertise of engineers, atmospheric scientists, zoologists and even religious leaders, to help describe what the planet would have looked like if not for humans and what it will return to when we disappear. From collapsing infrastructure to the wilding of farms, Weisman’s book reveals Earth’s tremendous capacity for self-healing. Related link: www.worldwithoutus.com
Aya and Aya of Yop City by Marguerite Abouet & Clement Oubrerie (Drawn and Quarterly). These two graphic novels explore an Africa of hope and miracles told through the eyes of Aya, a spirited 19-year-old from the Ivory Coast. Aya won the 2006 award for Best First Album at the Angouleme International Comic Festival. Aya of Yop City continues the story with a lively cast of characters. Related link: www.drawnandquarterly.com
The Yacoubian Building by Alaa Al Aswany (Harper Perennial). Aswany explores a world of political corruption, sexual repression, religious extremism and hope in modern Egypt in this controversial novel. The stories are told through the prism of the characters who inhabit the Yacoubian Building, a once glorious and elegant Art Deco building in downtown Cairo that is slowly decaying. The book has been described as a “window on to the experience of loss and love in the Arab world.” Related link: www.harpercollins.com
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Children, 3-7, and a parent or guardian can create their own picture book as part of the Story Time! family literacy series presented by FCLA and ArtCenter/South Florida. The next session, featuring Russell the Sheep by Rob Scotton, takes place from 2 to 4 p.m., December 13 at the Doral Branch of the Miami Public Library, 10785 NW 58th Street, Miami. To rsvp, contact Tammy Key at tkey@artcentersf.org or 305-674-8278. Check the FCLA website, www.flcenterlitarts.com for the 2009 Story Time! schedule.
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Become a book reviewer. Tell other library patrons what you like to read and why you like it on the “Reading Ratings” link of the Miami Dade Public Library’s catalogue page. Details, www.mdpls.org.
Prelude to FCLA’s Spring Children’s Literature class: join the Florida Chapter of the Society of Children’s Books Writers and Illustrators, an organization of writers and illustrators of picture books, middle grade readers and young adult novels for children and teens. In January, the group holds its Florida Regional Conference in Miami. For more info, www.scbwiflorida.com
Enjoyed the “Green” programs at the Miami Book Fair? Continue the quest with the Miami Beach Botanical Garden’s Literary Society, which meets monthly at the garden, 2000 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach. January’s book selection is Unbowed, A Memoir by Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai, founder of the Green Belt Movement in Kenya which has planted over 20 million trees across Kenya. Unbowed, the story of Maathai’s contributions to women’s rights in post colonial Kenya and a chronicle of her environmental activism, was an FCLA First Year In College reading selection in 2007.
Details, www.mbgarden.org.
Diaspora Tales: Capturing the Immigrant Experience with Liz Balmaseda. For fiction and nonfiction writers seeking to explore the common threads of the immigrant experience. Balmaseda is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author who writes for The Palm Beach Post. Her first novel, Sweet Mary, will be published in July, 2009.
Discovering Contemporary Poetry with Emma Trelles. Beginning writers are introduced to chapbooks, mini-collections of poems valued by poets for their tight focus on subject, detail, and voice. Trelles, a Pushcart Prize nominee for poetry, is the author of the chapbook Little Spells. She was the editor of MiPOesias Magazine's American-Cuban issue and a series editor for the Tigertail poetry annuals.
Writing and Performance Workshop with Alexis Caputo. Capture the muted voice in this interdisciplinary workshop that fuses literary, interpretive arts (theatre), activist theatre techniques (theatre games and practices), and media images. Caputo is a Performance Artist/Poet/Writer/Activist.
Mining Your Life for Fiction with Norma Watkins. Turn the untellable truth of your life (and the lives of your mother, sister, best friends, ex-spouse, rich uncle) into fiction. Watkins has been awarded a State of Florida Individual Artist Fellowship. Her personal essays appear regularly in the St. Petersburg Times.
Breaking into Magazines with Claudia Forestieri. Learn strategies for starting and maintaining a career as a freelance magazine writer, including how to pitch ideas that work and finding the right markets. Forestieri, a former television news reporter, is a freelance writer whose stories appear regularly in AARP Segunda Juventud, Latina Social Affairs, Latina Style and other publications.
Writing a Novel the TV Way with Anjanette Delgado. Learn to think like TV producers and writers and get your novel written! Delgado is an Emmy award-winning writer and multimedia producer and the author of The Heartbreak Pill.
Writing Children’s Literature with Lucia Gonzalez. Learn the basics behind crafting bilingual picture books while exploring elements of first voice and cultural authenticity. The workshop features in-class writing and storyboarding exercises. Gonzalez is the author The Bossy Gallito (selected for New York Times' Top 20 All Time Favorite Children’s Books), Señor Cat’s Romance, and The Storyteller’s Candle/La velita de los cuentos.
In Spanish. Advanced Creative Writing Workshop with Chely Lima. Where does inspiration come from? What are the building blocks of creating a successful narrative? Discover the writer within in this advanced Spanish-language writing workshop with acclaimed novelist and playwright Chely Lima.
In Spanish. Creating Characters with Emilio de Armas. This workshop explores the art of bringing your characters to life. De Armas, a journalist, editor and professor of literature, is the author of several books of poetry.
Save the Date!
Writer’s Institute, May 6-9, 2009. Get ready for readings, manuscript consultations with literary agents and intensive writing workshops at the much anticipated 2009 Writer’s Institute. Notable authors expected: Steve Almond, Lynne Barrett, Pete Collins, Chitra Divakaruni, Percival Everett, Esmeralda Santiago and 2008 National Book Award winner in poetry, Mark Doty. Check the FCLA website, www.flcenterlitarts.com, for more info in 2009.
Azar Nafisi, Things I've Been Silent About (Random House), 8 p.m., January 30, 2009, Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Nafisi, the author of the international bestseller Reading Lolita in Tehran, tells her story of growing up in Iran against the background of a country’s political revolution at a time her mother served in the Iranian Parliament while her father, once the mayor of Tehran, was in jail. Things I’ve Been Silent About has been called an “unforgettable portrait of a woman, a family, and a troubled homeland” from an author considered the modern master of the memoir.
FCLA co-presents author readings with Books and Books bookstore. Details on this and future readings, www.booksandbooks.com.
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This month’s recommended readings carry on themes explored during FCLA’s fall semester: environment and nature, graphic novels and Egyptian literature.
The World Without Us by Alan Weisman (St. Martin’s Press). Weisman’s tour of a post-human earth has been called a “fascinating nonfiction eco-thriller” by the Washington Post. He draws on the expertise of engineers, atmospheric scientists, zoologists and even religious leaders, to help describe what the planet would have looked like if not for humans and what it will return to when we disappear. From collapsing infrastructure to the wilding of farms, Weisman’s book reveals Earth’s tremendous capacity for self-healing. Related link: www.worldwithoutus.com
Aya and Aya of Yop City by Marguerite Abouet & Clement Oubrerie (Drawn and Quarterly). These two graphic novels explore an Africa of hope and miracles told through the eyes of Aya, a spirited 19-year-old from the Ivory Coast. Aya won the 2006 award for Best First Album at the Angouleme International Comic Festival. Aya of Yop City continues the story with a lively cast of characters. Related link: www.drawnandquarterly.com
The Yacoubian Building by Alaa Al Aswany (Harper Perennial). Aswany explores a world of political corruption, sexual repression, religious extremism and hope in modern Egypt in this controversial novel. The stories are told through the prism of the characters who inhabit the Yacoubian Building, a once glorious and elegant Art Deco building in downtown Cairo that is slowly decaying. The book has been described as a “window on to the experience of loss and love in the Arab world.” Related link: www.harpercollins.com
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Children, 3-7, and a parent or guardian can create their own picture book as part of the Story Time! family literacy series presented by FCLA and ArtCenter/South Florida. The next session, featuring Russell the Sheep by Rob Scotton, takes place from 2 to 4 p.m., December 13 at the Doral Branch of the Miami Public Library, 10785 NW 58th Street, Miami. To rsvp, contact Tammy Key at tkey@artcentersf.org or 305-674-8278. Check the FCLA website, www.flcenterlitarts.com for the 2009 Story Time! schedule.
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Become a book reviewer. Tell other library patrons what you like to read and why you like it on the “Reading Ratings” link of the Miami Dade Public Library’s catalogue page. Details, www.mdpls.org.
Prelude to FCLA’s Spring Children’s Literature class: join the Florida Chapter of the Society of Children’s Books Writers and Illustrators, an organization of writers and illustrators of picture books, middle grade readers and young adult novels for children and teens. In January, the group holds its Florida Regional Conference in Miami. For more info, www.scbwiflorida.com
Enjoyed the “Green” programs at the Miami Book Fair? Continue the quest with the Miami Beach Botanical Garden’s Literary Society, which meets monthly at the garden, 2000 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach. January’s book selection is Unbowed, A Memoir by Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai, founder of the Green Belt Movement in Kenya which has planted over 20 million trees across Kenya. Unbowed, the story of Maathai’s contributions to women’s rights in post colonial Kenya and a chronicle of her environmental activism, was an FCLA First Year In College reading selection in 2007.
Details, www.mbgarden.org.
Seeking 2 Bdrm Rental for Wk of Xmas/Channukah
SEEKING 2 BDRM (MIN) FURNISHED APT OR SUITE TO RENT FOR XMAS/CHANNUKAH WEEK for friends and their baby who are coming to town for the holidays. Looking for a beautiful apartment/home that is as nice or nicer than staying in a top hotel.
Preferably on the Beach (Open from 70th Street to South of Fifth).
Should you be renting out your place or know someone who is, please send description and photos to:
Liz Sarachek Blacker
lsarachek@yahoo.com
Thank you!
Preferably on the Beach (Open from 70th Street to South of Fifth).
Should you be renting out your place or know someone who is, please send description and photos to:
lsarachek@yahoo.com
Thank you!
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Ajax events
Big Brothers Big Sisters Second Annual Festivus Party at the Catalina Hotel
Thursday night, December 18, 2008, join Big Brothers Big Sister’s Impact Circle for the funniest and most outrageous holiday party out there "Festivus for the Rest of Us"! The event is at the Catalina Hotel. To attend, please contact Ryan Gonzalez at (305) 644-0066 ext. 287 or rgonzalez at bbbsmiami.org. Tickets are $25.25 for member and $33.33 for non members. The event is from 8:00 pm until 11:00 pm. 100% of the ticket sales will go to supporting kids and finding them a quality mentor.
New World Symphony After Hours: Late Night at the Lincoln
This Saturday, December 20, at 9pm, New World Symphony's “Friends” are hosting a fantastic red-carpet style event featuring avant-garde musical performances by our NWS Fellows playing classical favorites and fusions of jazz, soul, rock and funk! There will be complimentary cocktails and a festive atmosphere of Hollywood Glamour. For "Friend of a Friend" tickets, $50 each, please call/email Stacey Glassman (305.673.3330 x230). It is $250.00 to join Friends for 12 months and you will be able to bring a guest to all the Friends events. 9pm cocktails, 10pm performance, 11pm-1am party with DJ JJ Neil. Lincoln Theatre, 541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.
The Eve Party at the Florida Room
The Florida Room invites you to the Fifth Annual “Eve Party”, Wednesday night, December 24, 2008. Sounds will be provided by DJ Mark Leventhal. The event is hosted by Hosted by Aaron Resnick, Hirsh, Jeff Brook, Zack Bush, Erica Freshman, David Goldfarb, Evan Glassman, Billy Goldfarb. RSVP is Mandatory – eveparty at h2cinc.com There will be complimentary cocktails 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm. For Tables please call: 305.674.6152. The Florida Room is located at 1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach.
New Years Eve at the Gansevoort South
Join Ajax Entertainment as we host a very special New Years Eve in Miami Beach at the Gansevoort South with Chloe Sevigny and hosted by Wilhelmina Models. The recording artist T.I. will be performing all of his Hits. The music will be brought to you by DJ Cassidy along with Jus Ske. The House music will be DJ Behrouz along with Lee Kalt. Unlike most events, there will be a premium open bar the entire night. Food will be provided by STK. Tickets are $225 per person. To purchase tickets, please go to www.newyears.com/ajaxent Tables are available. I hope that you will be able join us for this very special celebration! Gansevoort South is located at 2377 Collins Avenue, South Beach.
Thursday night, December 18, 2008, join Big Brothers Big Sister’s Impact Circle for the funniest and most outrageous holiday party out there "Festivus for the Rest of Us"! The event is at the Catalina Hotel. To attend, please contact Ryan Gonzalez at (305) 644-0066 ext. 287 or rgonzalez at bbbsmiami.org. Tickets are $25.25 for member and $33.33 for non members. The event is from 8:00 pm until 11:00 pm. 100% of the ticket sales will go to supporting kids and finding them a quality mentor.
New World Symphony After Hours: Late Night at the Lincoln
This Saturday, December 20, at 9pm, New World Symphony's “Friends” are hosting a fantastic red-carpet style event featuring avant-garde musical performances by our NWS Fellows playing classical favorites and fusions of jazz, soul, rock and funk! There will be complimentary cocktails and a festive atmosphere of Hollywood Glamour. For "Friend of a Friend" tickets, $50 each, please call/email Stacey Glassman (305.673.3330 x230). It is $250.00 to join Friends for 12 months and you will be able to bring a guest to all the Friends events. 9pm cocktails, 10pm performance, 11pm-1am party with DJ JJ Neil. Lincoln Theatre, 541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.
The Eve Party at the Florida Room
The Florida Room invites you to the Fifth Annual “Eve Party”, Wednesday night, December 24, 2008. Sounds will be provided by DJ Mark Leventhal. The event is hosted by Hosted by Aaron Resnick, Hirsh, Jeff Brook, Zack Bush, Erica Freshman, David Goldfarb, Evan Glassman, Billy Goldfarb. RSVP is Mandatory – eveparty at h2cinc.com There will be complimentary cocktails 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm. For Tables please call: 305.674.6152. The Florida Room is located at 1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach.
New Years Eve at the Gansevoort South
Join Ajax Entertainment as we host a very special New Years Eve in Miami Beach at the Gansevoort South with Chloe Sevigny and hosted by Wilhelmina Models. The recording artist T.I. will be performing all of his Hits. The music will be brought to you by DJ Cassidy along with Jus Ske. The House music will be DJ Behrouz along with Lee Kalt. Unlike most events, there will be a premium open bar the entire night. Food will be provided by STK. Tickets are $225 per person. To purchase tickets, please go to www.newyears.com/ajaxent Tables are available. I hope that you will be able join us for this very special celebration! Gansevoort South is located at 2377 Collins Avenue, South Beach.
This TUE & WED at MBC: "America the Beautiful"> Meet Director Darryl Roberts!
Meet Director Darryl Roberts TUE & WED!
TWO shows each night!
M I A M I B E A C H C I N E M A T H E Q U E
The ongoing HD film festival where you don't just watch, you experience!
512 Española Way at Plaza España, (305) 67-FILMS (673-567)
BECOME A MEMBER HERE: www.MBCINEMA.com
NEWS at MBC!
OSCAR NIGHT® AMERICA 2009 (Feb 22, 2009) IS ON SALE EARLY!
For details visit www.MBCinema.com (click "tickets" and go to 2/22/2009)
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Come Experience our NEW CHAIRS!
They are sooooo comfy!
photo: Lesly Hamilton
MBC has been selected the 2008 BEST OF MIAMI BEACH!
Excellence in Marketing Award from the US Local Business Association
Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.
DECEMBER 2008 at a Glance:
16 TUE & 17 WED: America The Beautiful
18 THU (& JAN 08, 11) "The Dreams of Aleksandr SUKOROV"
19, 20: Jiri Menzel: Then and Now I Served The King of England
(coinciding with the Russian Dreams exhibition at the Bass Museum of Art)
SUN 21: "Silents Please": Mark of Zorro with FEDERICO BRITOS!
26-29: A Christmas Story (Un conte de Noel) with Catherine Deneuve
JAN 01: "HD Opera!": Hansel and Gretel: A Modern Opera in Two Acts
DON'T MISS the December MBC exhibition:
A Walk “Temps sur temps”
BERLIN 1993-1996 by LESLY HAMILTON
A photographic/audio-visual installation
16 TUE & 17 WED 7:30 & 9:40pm:
America The Beautiful
Is America obsessed with beauty?
From the producers of Fahrenheit 911 and Bowling for Colombine
The USA is known for being one of the wealthiest nations on the planet with the most opportunities for its citizens. In 2004 alone, Americans spent $12.4 billion (yes, billion!) on cosmetic surgery. Filmmaker Darryl Roberts goes on a two year journey to examine America’s new obsession; physical perfection. In America the Beautiful, we learn secrets, confessions, and strikingly harsh realities as Roberts unearths the origins and deadly risks of our nation’s quest for physical perfection. Follow Darryl as he asks Paris Hilton, Jessica Simpson, Julianne Moore, Michael Beach, Mena Suvari, Martin Short, and other celebrities and experts in cosmetics, fashion, media, and self-esteem the major question at hand. . .Does America have an unhealthy obsession with beauty?
Director Darryl Roberts will introduce the film and be present
for Q&A after the film
See Darryl’s latest press on the film at these links:
The Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, Roger Ebert
Purchase Tickets HERE
18 THU 8:30pm:
“The Dreams of Aleksandr SOKUROV”
Film Retrospective coinciding with the
Russian Dreams Exhibition at the Bass Museum of Art
Father and Son (Otets i syn/ Отец и сын) (Russia/2003) With Andrei Shchetinin and Aleksei Nejmyshev
Father and Son won the FIPRESCI prize at the Cannes Film Festival with the following note from the critics who gave the award: “For brilliant images and the director’s original way of depicting the powerful bond that unites a father and a son.” The film is part of a trilogy begun with Mother and Son, and will end with the planned Two Brothers and a Sister. With one of the most poetic films ever made, Sokorov shows that intensity of emotions and imagery associated with human intimacy does not need to be associated with sexuality (which some critics read into to the film’s premise, incorrectly, according to the director himself).
In Russian with English subtitles.
WINNER: Cannes Film Festival FIPRESCI Prize
Russian Guild of Film Critics Golden Aries for Art Direction
“LIKE A DREAM WITHIN A DREAM. Its images and emotions are vivid, disquieting and also hermetic, and while it may frustrate your desire for clear storytelling and psychological transparency, it has an intensity that surpasses understanding.”
—New York Times
Purchase Tickets HERE
19 FRI, 20 SAT, 7:30pm & 9:40pm:
Jirí Menzel: “Then and Now”: (NOW)
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Miami Theatrical Premiere!
WINNER: 2007 Berlin Film Festival FIPRESCI Prize
I Served The King of England
(Obsluhoval jsem anglického krále)
(Jiri Menzel/Czech Republic/2007)
With Ivan Barnov, Oldrich Kaiser, Julia Jentsch, Martin Huba
In Czech New Wave master filmmaker Jirí Menzel’s latest film (and sixth adaptation of a Bohumil Hrabal novel), which was ten years in the making, the wryly cynical and comedic screenplay focuses on two parallel stories. The first follows the youthful exploits and gradual maturing of an ambitious little man before the War and during the German occupation. The second story, interlinked with the first, concerns a period in his later life when he seeks peace and solitude in an abandoned German village whose inhabitants were expelled after the war.
In Czech and German with English subtitles
WINNER: Berlin Film Festival FIPRESCI Prize
Czech Lions Best Film, Best Director, Best Cinematograpohy
Peñsicola Comedy Film Festival Best Film
Sofia Int. Film Festival Audience Award
“IT FEELS LIKE A FILM FROM ANOTHER ERA!. . .not only because its black comic picaresque saga unfolds during the 1930’s and 40s. . .It’s elegant, ironic fable belongs to a distinctive middle-European artistic tradition—think “Tin Drum”—with a puckish spirit that is sometimes sweet and at other times ruthless.”
—Andrew O’Hehir, Salon
Purchase Tickets HERE
21 SUN 8pm: “SILENTS PLEASE!”
A series of classic silent films with LIVE accompaniment!
Mark of Zorro (Fred Niblo/Douglas Fairbanks/1920)
With Douglas Fairbanks, Noah Berry, Claire McDowell
With the decision that would form his career, legendary silent film star Douglas Fairbanks, who remains the most famous of the Zorros, made this mix of comedy and derring-do reluctantly, as a change-of-pace from his modern-dress playboy roles. The Mark of Zorro is the swashbuckling story of a nineteenth century Robin Hood intent on freeing his beloved San Juan Capistrano from an evil Governor and his lecherous Captain.
With LIVE violin accompaniment. . .
by Grammy Award Winner FEDERICO BRITOS!
$20 or $18 MBC Members for this special event!
Purchase Tickets HERE
26 FRI, 27 SAT, 28 SUN, 29 MON
6:55pm & 9:35pm:
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Miami Theatrical Premiere!
Special Jury Prize for CATHERINE DENEUVE,
Cannes Film Festival 2008!
A Christmas Tale (Un conte de Noël)
(A film by Arnaud Desplechin/2008)
With Catherine Deneuve, Mathieu Amalric, Melvil Poupaud,
Anne Cosigny, Chiara Mastroianni, Laurent Capelluto
Abel and Junon had two children, Joseph and Elizabeth. Victim of a rare genetic condition, Joseph's only hope was a bone marrow transplant. As they and Elizabeth were incompatible, his parents conceived a third child in the hope of saving their son. But little Henri too was unable to help his brother, and Joseph died at the age of seven. The Vuillard family has never recovered. Masterfully directed and acted, by turns savage, bittersweet, darkly comic and unbearably moving, A Christmas Tale shows internationally acclaimed Desplechin at the height of his powers. In French with English subtitles.
OFFICIAL SELECTION: Cannes Film Festival 2008, Toronto Int. Film Festival 2008, New York Int. Film Festival 2008
“CINEMATIC MAGIC. Denueve gets her best role in years, while Amalric proves that he is one of the finest working actors in the world. Alternately cathartic, dysfunctional and compelling...seek it out!”—Matt Mazur, Pop Matters
“It filled me with UNADULTERED JOY!”—AO Scott NY Times
“A Plum Pudding of a movie, rich in craziness, melodrama, and cinematic brio!”
--J. Hoberman, Village Voice
Purchase Tickets HERE
01 THU 8pm: HD OPERA!
See the best Operas in the world. . .in HD. . .
Right in your own neighborhood!
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Hansel and Gretel A Modern Opera in Three Acts
Performance at: Glyndebourne Festival, England. July 2008
Approximate running time: 135’, Music: Englebert Humperdinck, Libretto: Adelheid Wette, Conductor: Kazushi Ono, Directed: Laurent Pelly, Sets: Barbara de Limburg, Costumes: Laurent Pelly Cast: Jennifer Holloway mezzo-soprano Hänsel, Adriana Kučherová soprano Gretel
About HÄNSEL UND GRETEL
With this modern version of the classic fairy tale, Glyndebourne is presenting Englebert Humperdinck’s (1854-1921) Hänsel und Gretel for the first time in the 2008 Festival. The work has been a constant and extraordinary success since its premiere in 1893. Like all great fairy tales, the story has darker underpinnings, evident in Humperdinck’s brilliant orchestral writing which accompanies the lost siblings’ journey through a shadowy world of unknown and limitless menace.
“LIVELY, CONFIDENDENT, COLURFUL!”–Financial Times
"Adriana Kucerova's irrepressibly hyperactive Gretel steals every scene. I don't think I've seen an opera singer expend so much energy on stage. It's as if she is connected directly to the national grid.” - Richard Morrison, Times Online
Admission for this Special Event: $18 and $16 MBC Members
Purchase Tickets HERE
TICKETS:
ART BASEL events: complimentary
FILMS: $10 or $7 MBC Members / Students / Seniors
SILENTS...PLEASE! $20 or $18 MBC Members / Students / Seniors
Cine-IMPROV! $12 or $10 MBC Members / Students / Seniors
HD OPERA! $18 and $16 MBC Members
Doors open fifteen minutes before screenings
T H E M I A M I B E A C H C I N E M A T H E Q U E The ongoing HD film festival where you don't just watch, you experience!
512 Española Way at Plaza España (305) 67-FILMS (673-4567) www.MBCINEMA.com
Ordinary
movies?
NEVER!
I Served The King of England (screening December 19th, 20th)
Become our friend on Facebook! (and join the group too).
MBC is supported by the Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council and the
Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council,
the Miami Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners
TWO shows each night!
M I A M I B E A C H C I N E M A T H E Q U E
The ongoing HD film festival where you don't just watch, you experience!
512 Española Way at Plaza España, (305) 67-FILMS (673-567)
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NEWS at MBC!
OSCAR NIGHT® AMERICA 2009 (Feb 22, 2009) IS ON SALE EARLY!
For details visit www.MBCinema.com (click "tickets" and go to 2/22/2009)
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Come Experience our NEW CHAIRS!
They are sooooo comfy!
photo: Lesly Hamilton
MBC has been selected the 2008 BEST OF MIAMI BEACH!
Excellence in Marketing Award from the US Local Business Association
Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.
DECEMBER 2008 at a Glance:
16 TUE & 17 WED: America The Beautiful
18 THU (& JAN 08, 11) "The Dreams of Aleksandr SUKOROV"
19, 20: Jiri Menzel: Then and Now I Served The King of England
(coinciding with the Russian Dreams exhibition at the Bass Museum of Art)
SUN 21: "Silents Please": Mark of Zorro with FEDERICO BRITOS!
26-29: A Christmas Story (Un conte de Noel) with Catherine Deneuve
JAN 01: "HD Opera!": Hansel and Gretel: A Modern Opera in Two Acts
DON'T MISS the December MBC exhibition:
A Walk “Temps sur temps”
BERLIN 1993-1996 by LESLY HAMILTON
A photographic/audio-visual installation
16 TUE & 17 WED 7:30 & 9:40pm:
America The Beautiful
Is America obsessed with beauty?
From the producers of Fahrenheit 911 and Bowling for Colombine
The USA is known for being one of the wealthiest nations on the planet with the most opportunities for its citizens. In 2004 alone, Americans spent $12.4 billion (yes, billion!) on cosmetic surgery. Filmmaker Darryl Roberts goes on a two year journey to examine America’s new obsession; physical perfection. In America the Beautiful, we learn secrets, confessions, and strikingly harsh realities as Roberts unearths the origins and deadly risks of our nation’s quest for physical perfection. Follow Darryl as he asks Paris Hilton, Jessica Simpson, Julianne Moore, Michael Beach, Mena Suvari, Martin Short, and other celebrities and experts in cosmetics, fashion, media, and self-esteem the major question at hand. . .Does America have an unhealthy obsession with beauty?
Director Darryl Roberts will introduce the film and be present
for Q&A after the film
See Darryl’s latest press on the film at these links:
The Today Show, Good Morning America, CNN, Roger Ebert
Purchase Tickets HERE
18 THU 8:30pm:
“The Dreams of Aleksandr SOKUROV”
Film Retrospective coinciding with the
Russian Dreams Exhibition at the Bass Museum of Art
Father and Son (Otets i syn/ Отец и сын) (Russia/2003) With Andrei Shchetinin and Aleksei Nejmyshev
Father and Son won the FIPRESCI prize at the Cannes Film Festival with the following note from the critics who gave the award: “For brilliant images and the director’s original way of depicting the powerful bond that unites a father and a son.” The film is part of a trilogy begun with Mother and Son, and will end with the planned Two Brothers and a Sister. With one of the most poetic films ever made, Sokorov shows that intensity of emotions and imagery associated with human intimacy does not need to be associated with sexuality (which some critics read into to the film’s premise, incorrectly, according to the director himself).
In Russian with English subtitles.
WINNER: Cannes Film Festival FIPRESCI Prize
Russian Guild of Film Critics Golden Aries for Art Direction
“LIKE A DREAM WITHIN A DREAM. Its images and emotions are vivid, disquieting and also hermetic, and while it may frustrate your desire for clear storytelling and psychological transparency, it has an intensity that surpasses understanding.”
—New York Times
Purchase Tickets HERE
19 FRI, 20 SAT, 7:30pm & 9:40pm:
Jirí Menzel: “Then and Now”: (NOW)
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Miami Theatrical Premiere!
WINNER: 2007 Berlin Film Festival FIPRESCI Prize
I Served The King of England
(Obsluhoval jsem anglického krále)
(Jiri Menzel/Czech Republic/2007)
With Ivan Barnov, Oldrich Kaiser, Julia Jentsch, Martin Huba
In Czech New Wave master filmmaker Jirí Menzel’s latest film (and sixth adaptation of a Bohumil Hrabal novel), which was ten years in the making, the wryly cynical and comedic screenplay focuses on two parallel stories. The first follows the youthful exploits and gradual maturing of an ambitious little man before the War and during the German occupation. The second story, interlinked with the first, concerns a period in his later life when he seeks peace and solitude in an abandoned German village whose inhabitants were expelled after the war.
In Czech and German with English subtitles
WINNER: Berlin Film Festival FIPRESCI Prize
Czech Lions Best Film, Best Director, Best Cinematograpohy
Peñsicola Comedy Film Festival Best Film
Sofia Int. Film Festival Audience Award
“IT FEELS LIKE A FILM FROM ANOTHER ERA!. . .not only because its black comic picaresque saga unfolds during the 1930’s and 40s. . .It’s elegant, ironic fable belongs to a distinctive middle-European artistic tradition—think “Tin Drum”—with a puckish spirit that is sometimes sweet and at other times ruthless.”
—Andrew O’Hehir, Salon
Purchase Tickets HERE
21 SUN 8pm: “SILENTS PLEASE!”
A series of classic silent films with LIVE accompaniment!
Mark of Zorro (Fred Niblo/Douglas Fairbanks/1920)
With Douglas Fairbanks, Noah Berry, Claire McDowell
With the decision that would form his career, legendary silent film star Douglas Fairbanks, who remains the most famous of the Zorros, made this mix of comedy and derring-do reluctantly, as a change-of-pace from his modern-dress playboy roles. The Mark of Zorro is the swashbuckling story of a nineteenth century Robin Hood intent on freeing his beloved San Juan Capistrano from an evil Governor and his lecherous Captain.
With LIVE violin accompaniment. . .
by Grammy Award Winner FEDERICO BRITOS!
$20 or $18 MBC Members for this special event!
Purchase Tickets HERE
26 FRI, 27 SAT, 28 SUN, 29 MON
6:55pm & 9:35pm:
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Miami Theatrical Premiere!
Special Jury Prize for CATHERINE DENEUVE,
Cannes Film Festival 2008!
A Christmas Tale (Un conte de Noël)
(A film by Arnaud Desplechin/2008)
With Catherine Deneuve, Mathieu Amalric, Melvil Poupaud,
Anne Cosigny, Chiara Mastroianni, Laurent Capelluto
Abel and Junon had two children, Joseph and Elizabeth. Victim of a rare genetic condition, Joseph's only hope was a bone marrow transplant. As they and Elizabeth were incompatible, his parents conceived a third child in the hope of saving their son. But little Henri too was unable to help his brother, and Joseph died at the age of seven. The Vuillard family has never recovered. Masterfully directed and acted, by turns savage, bittersweet, darkly comic and unbearably moving, A Christmas Tale shows internationally acclaimed Desplechin at the height of his powers. In French with English subtitles.
OFFICIAL SELECTION: Cannes Film Festival 2008, Toronto Int. Film Festival 2008, New York Int. Film Festival 2008
“CINEMATIC MAGIC. Denueve gets her best role in years, while Amalric proves that he is one of the finest working actors in the world. Alternately cathartic, dysfunctional and compelling...seek it out!”—Matt Mazur, Pop Matters
“It filled me with UNADULTERED JOY!”—AO Scott NY Times
“A Plum Pudding of a movie, rich in craziness, melodrama, and cinematic brio!”
--J. Hoberman, Village Voice
Purchase Tickets HERE
01 THU 8pm: HD OPERA!
See the best Operas in the world. . .in HD. . .
Right in your own neighborhood!
An MBC Premiere HD DIGITAL Presentation!
In collaboration with Emerging Pictures
Hansel and Gretel A Modern Opera in Three Acts
Performance at: Glyndebourne Festival, England. July 2008
Approximate running time: 135’, Music: Englebert Humperdinck, Libretto: Adelheid Wette, Conductor: Kazushi Ono, Directed: Laurent Pelly, Sets: Barbara de Limburg, Costumes: Laurent Pelly Cast: Jennifer Holloway mezzo-soprano Hänsel, Adriana Kučherová soprano Gretel
About HÄNSEL UND GRETEL
With this modern version of the classic fairy tale, Glyndebourne is presenting Englebert Humperdinck’s (1854-1921) Hänsel und Gretel for the first time in the 2008 Festival. The work has been a constant and extraordinary success since its premiere in 1893. Like all great fairy tales, the story has darker underpinnings, evident in Humperdinck’s brilliant orchestral writing which accompanies the lost siblings’ journey through a shadowy world of unknown and limitless menace.
“LIVELY, CONFIDENDENT, COLURFUL!”–Financial Times
"Adriana Kucerova's irrepressibly hyperactive Gretel steals every scene. I don't think I've seen an opera singer expend so much energy on stage. It's as if she is connected directly to the national grid.” - Richard Morrison, Times Online
Admission for this Special Event: $18 and $16 MBC Members
Purchase Tickets HERE
TICKETS:
ART BASEL events: complimentary
FILMS: $10 or $7 MBC Members / Students / Seniors
SILENTS...PLEASE! $20 or $18 MBC Members / Students / Seniors
Cine-IMPROV! $12 or $10 MBC Members / Students / Seniors
HD OPERA! $18 and $16 MBC Members
Doors open fifteen minutes before screenings
T H E M I A M I B E A C H C I N E M A T H E Q U E The ongoing HD film festival where you don't just watch, you experience!
512 Española Way at Plaza España (305) 67-FILMS (673-4567) www.MBCINEMA.com
Ordinary
movies?
NEVER!
I Served The King of England (screening December 19th, 20th)
Become our friend on Facebook! (and join the group too).
MBC is supported by the Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council and the
Miami-Dade Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council,
the Miami Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners
Help Hands On Miami
Season's Greetings!
Dear Fellow HOM Volunteer:
I need your help! I have been a volunteer, volunteer leader and financial supporter of Hands On Miami for 10 years. I believe that HOM does a great job and really makes a big difference in our community. Together, we all make a difference in people's lives. To continue this work we need more donations to meet the HOM budget for this year.
We all have a great opportunity to help HOM before the end of 2008. Every dollar you give before the end of the year will be matched by a generous contribution of the George S. Bachelor Foundation. The Foundation has agreed to match any contributions that will in turn be focused on growing our Youth Volunteer Corps. So if you give $100, it becomes $200; if you give $500 it becomes $1,000 and so on.
I plan to give at least $750 before the end of the year to help HOM out, will you help too?
I ask you to join me in making an end of year tax-deductible contribution to Hands On Miami, which spends 84% percent of all funds raised directly on programs (that is a very high amount compared to other charities). I know we give our time as volunteers, but HOM needs your financial support. Whatever amount you can give continues our important community building work.
Like you, I am feeling the pinch of our current economic environment. But, I feel very strongly that now must be the time to support the Hands On Miami and let then know how much we appreciate what they do for our community and for us.
Thank you for your gift of any amount. If you want to make a gift by credit card now, please click here.
If you want to mail in your gift, mail it to:
The Ansin Building
3250 SW 3rd Ave
Miami, FL 33129
Best wishes for a Happy Holiday Season,
Craig Kirsner, MBA
HOM Volunteer
Presidential Service Award Winner
Dear Fellow HOM Volunteer:
I need your help! I have been a volunteer, volunteer leader and financial supporter of Hands On Miami for 10 years. I believe that HOM does a great job and really makes a big difference in our community. Together, we all make a difference in people's lives. To continue this work we need more donations to meet the HOM budget for this year.
We all have a great opportunity to help HOM before the end of 2008. Every dollar you give before the end of the year will be matched by a generous contribution of the George S. Bachelor Foundation. The Foundation has agreed to match any contributions that will in turn be focused on growing our Youth Volunteer Corps. So if you give $100, it becomes $200; if you give $500 it becomes $1,000 and so on.
I plan to give at least $750 before the end of the year to help HOM out, will you help too?
I ask you to join me in making an end of year tax-deductible contribution to Hands On Miami, which spends 84% percent of all funds raised directly on programs (that is a very high amount compared to other charities). I know we give our time as volunteers, but HOM needs your financial support. Whatever amount you can give continues our important community building work.
Like you, I am feeling the pinch of our current economic environment. But, I feel very strongly that now must be the time to support the Hands On Miami and let then know how much we appreciate what they do for our community and for us.
Thank you for your gift of any amount. If you want to make a gift by credit card now, please click here.
If you want to mail in your gift, mail it to:
The Ansin Building
3250 SW 3rd Ave
Miami, FL 33129
Best wishes for a Happy Holiday Season,
Craig Kirsner, MBA
HOM Volunteer
Presidential Service Award Winner
Know any former consultants job hunting in the Rockies?
Redstone Strategy, located in Boulder, CO, is a small consulting firm
serving charitable foundations. They're looking for a project
manager. The ideal candidate will have been a project manager at one
of the top consulting firms, speak Spanish, and have a demonstrated
interest in serving non-profits. The head of the firm is a former
McKinsey partner, and he models the firm after McKinsey in many ways.
From their website http://www.redstonestrategy.com/
Redstone is seeking exceptional candidates that thrive in an
intellectually-rigorous atmosphere and take new challenges head-on.
Highlights
* Opportunity to make a real difference in the world
* Friendly and casual work environment
* Intellectual meritocracy
* For-profit compensation levels while working on crucial global issues
* Work with former McKinsey & Company Partner and Associates
* Headquartered in beautiful Boulder, Colorado
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to
recruiting at redstonestrategy.com .
serving charitable foundations. They're looking for a project
manager. The ideal candidate will have been a project manager at one
of the top consulting firms, speak Spanish, and have a demonstrated
interest in serving non-profits. The head of the firm is a former
McKinsey partner, and he models the firm after McKinsey in many ways.
From their website http://www.redstonestrategy.com/
Redstone is seeking exceptional candidates that thrive in an
intellectually-rigorous atmosphere and take new challenges head-on.
Highlights
* Opportunity to make a real difference in the world
* Friendly and casual work environment
* Intellectual meritocracy
* For-profit compensation levels while working on crucial global issues
* Work with former McKinsey & Company Partner and Associates
* Headquartered in beautiful Boulder, Colorado
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to
recruiting at redstonestrategy.com .
Daily candy- new restaurant- Hot Tuna
Tune a Fish
Hot Tuna Restaurant Opens
hot seat!
Want to take a walk on the wild side?
Let the good times roll at Hot Tuna. It’s more than a feeling; it’s an Asian fusion eatery that will rock you.
Atop the back-in-black granite bar, the staff performs dance numbers to Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, and other free birds. Love madly the imported silks, snakeskin banquettes, and double-sided screen playing Japanese videos.
You ain’t seen nothing yet — until you’ve tasted the lump crab with lime aioli, seaweed salad with plum dressing, or glazed chicken with roasted cashews and mandarin oranges. Two more tickets to paradise: dim sum (Kobe beef pot stickers, lobster dumplings) and the Hot Tuna Tastes (white miso-brushed sea bass). Or light your fire with yakitori (grilled meat), as in chicken and green garlic skewers.
And for dessert, coconut terrine.
Waiting is the hardest part.
Hot Tuna, 764 Washington Avenue, South Beach (877-352-8862 or hottunamiami.com). Map It
Hot Tuna Restaurant Opens
hot seat!
Want to take a walk on the wild side?
Let the good times roll at Hot Tuna. It’s more than a feeling; it’s an Asian fusion eatery that will rock you.
Atop the back-in-black granite bar, the staff performs dance numbers to Bon Jovi, Def Leppard, and other free birds. Love madly the imported silks, snakeskin banquettes, and double-sided screen playing Japanese videos.
You ain’t seen nothing yet — until you’ve tasted the lump crab with lime aioli, seaweed salad with plum dressing, or glazed chicken with roasted cashews and mandarin oranges. Two more tickets to paradise: dim sum (Kobe beef pot stickers, lobster dumplings) and the Hot Tuna Tastes (white miso-brushed sea bass). Or light your fire with yakitori (grilled meat), as in chicken and green garlic skewers.
And for dessert, coconut terrine.
Waiting is the hardest part.
Hot Tuna, 764 Washington Avenue, South Beach (877-352-8862 or hottunamiami.com). Map It
New World Symphony After Hours: Late Night at the Lincoln
his Saturday, December 20, at 9pm, New World Symphony's “younger supporters” are hosting a fantastic red-carpet style event featuring avant-garde musical performances by our NWS Fellows playing classical favorites and fusions of jazz, soul, rock and funk! There will be complimentary cocktails and and a festive atmosphere of Hollywood Glamour. For "friend of a Friend" tickets, $50 each, please call/email me or Stacey Glassman(305 673 3330 x230). If you are already a member of our Friends supporters group, please tell your friends they can buy individual tickets and join you for this event that supports Miami's most vibrant cultural arts organization.
Hope to see you Saturday night!
9pm cocktails, 10pm performance, 11pm-1am party with DJ JJ Neil
Lincoln Theatre, 541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
With warm regards,
Stacey Glassman
305-673-3330 ext. 230
Hope to see you Saturday night!
9pm cocktails, 10pm performance, 11pm-1am party with DJ JJ Neil
Lincoln Theatre, 541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
With warm regards,
Stacey Glassman
305-673-3330 ext. 230
This Week at The Wolfsonian-FIU
THIS WEEK AT THE WOLFSONIAN-FIU
Friday, December 19, 6pm
DECO AND DESIGN TOUR—This two-hour adventure begins with a walking tour of the Art Deco District, then moves inside to explore The Wolfsonian's collection. The tour focuses on American Streamlined Design: The World of Tomorrow, which will be on view at The Wolfsonian through May 17, 2009. Presented with the Miami Design Preservation League. Limited to 20. RSVP required: 305.535.2644 or education@thewolf.fiu.edu. Tour begins and ends at The Wolfsonian. $10 for Wolfsonian and MDPL members; $20 all others.
UPCOMING FILM
Airs Monday, December 22, 8pm and Friday, December 26 at 7 and 11pm on WLRN, Channel 17
SOUVENIRS: THE MANY WORLDS OF MICKY WOLFSON—Miami Beach native and Wolfsonian-FIU founder Mitchell Wolfson, Jr. likes to see himself as an archaeologist, searching for and studying objects that give understanding to our past. This celebrated collector of thousands of works began his lifelong obsession with just one hotel key. Get an insight into his fascinating life which is the subject of this upcoming documentary. For more information, visit http://www.wlrn.org or call 305.995.2256.
Above, left:
Scooter, Skippy-Racer, c. 1933
Designed by Harold L. Van Doren (American, 1895-
1957) and John Gordon Rideout (American, 1898-1951)
Eric Brill Collection, B363
Below, left:
Photo by David Almeida
1001 WASHINGTON AVENUE
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139
T 305.531.1001 F 305.531.2133
wolfsonian.org
MUSEUM & DYNAMO HOURS
Mondays, Tuesdays: Noon-6pm
Thursdays, Fridays: Noon-9pm
Saturdays, Sundays: Noon-6pm
Wednesdays: Closed
INFORMATION: 305.535.1001
information@thewolf.fiu.edu
MEMBERSHIP: 305.535.2631 membership@thewolf.fiu.edu
PROGRAMS: 305.535.2644
programs@thewolf.fiu.edu
CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
Art and Design in the Modern Age: Selections from The Wolfsonian Collection
A Bittersweet Decade: The New Deal in America, 1933-43
Thoughts on Democracy
American Streamlined Design: The World of Tomorrow
Friday, December 19, 6pm
DECO AND DESIGN TOUR—This two-hour adventure begins with a walking tour of the Art Deco District, then moves inside to explore The Wolfsonian's collection. The tour focuses on American Streamlined Design: The World of Tomorrow, which will be on view at The Wolfsonian through May 17, 2009. Presented with the Miami Design Preservation League. Limited to 20. RSVP required: 305.535.2644 or education@thewolf.fiu.edu. Tour begins and ends at The Wolfsonian. $10 for Wolfsonian and MDPL members; $20 all others.
UPCOMING FILM
Airs Monday, December 22, 8pm and Friday, December 26 at 7 and 11pm on WLRN, Channel 17
SOUVENIRS: THE MANY WORLDS OF MICKY WOLFSON—Miami Beach native and Wolfsonian-FIU founder Mitchell Wolfson, Jr. likes to see himself as an archaeologist, searching for and studying objects that give understanding to our past. This celebrated collector of thousands of works began his lifelong obsession with just one hotel key. Get an insight into his fascinating life which is the subject of this upcoming documentary. For more information, visit http://www.wlrn.org or call 305.995.2256.
Above, left:
Scooter, Skippy-Racer, c. 1933
Designed by Harold L. Van Doren (American, 1895-
1957) and John Gordon Rideout (American, 1898-1951)
Eric Brill Collection, B363
Below, left:
Photo by David Almeida
1001 WASHINGTON AVENUE
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139
T 305.531.1001 F 305.531.2133
wolfsonian.org
MUSEUM & DYNAMO HOURS
Mondays, Tuesdays: Noon-6pm
Thursdays, Fridays: Noon-9pm
Saturdays, Sundays: Noon-6pm
Wednesdays: Closed
INFORMATION: 305.535.1001
information@thewolf.fiu.edu
MEMBERSHIP: 305.535.2631 membership@thewolf.fiu.edu
PROGRAMS: 305.535.2644
programs@thewolf.fiu.edu
CURRENT EXHIBITIONS
Art and Design in the Modern Age: Selections from The Wolfsonian Collection
A Bittersweet Decade: The New Deal in America, 1933-43
Thoughts on Democracy
American Streamlined Design: The World of Tomorrow
Cafe Bites from New Times
No, Area 31 is not a supersecret government lab. It’s actually a Mediterranean-inspired seafood restaurant that debuts next week on the 16th floor of the oh-so-posh Epic Hotel, at 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way. The name is a play on Fishing Area 31, a region of the western central Atlantic that includes the Florida coast. Which means the raw bar features stone crab, yellowfin tuna, and Key West shrimp. The place also serves grilled local fish served with a variety of sauces, and side dishes range from lemon Swiss chard to English pea risotto. There’s valet parking for your car but not, unfortunately, for your black helicopter.
Ticket prices for February’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival can be as rich as cream of foie gras soup. But for the rest of this week (until Friday, December 19), they’ll go at least a little light with a 10 percent discount on passes to all the four-day food party’s multitudinous events. And if you just can’t live without chowing down a burger with the unspeakably annoying Rachael Ray, the festival folks are also offering “SoBe Bucks,” which will allow you to get into even sold-out events such as Little Miss EVOO’s Burger Bash. How cool is that?
Sponsors
Hard up for something to do with your honey this weekend? Check out Do I Make You Horny?, billed as “America’s naughtiest improv comedy game show,” put on at 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through December 27 by comedy troupe Just the Funny. At $10 a pop, ticket prices are hardly stiff, and all of those naughty double entendres will make you want to come and come again. Really. Of course, you’ll want to eat out first, and what restaurant could be better than the nearby El Carajo, Miami’s (and maybe the world’s) only gas station tapas bar, whose name is Spanish slang for a particular part of the male anatomy. (Hint: Vice President ____ Cheney.)
“Yo-ho-ho and 52 rums, cachaças, and piscos from 18 countries.” Today’s pirates wear Brioni suits and carry Vuitton briefcases instead of clenching swords in their teeth, but that’s no reason not to yo-ho-ho a bit at Rumbar, the “vintage Havana/Hemingway-style bar” at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne. Along with enough high-octane hooch to shiver your timbers, including a tasting flight of five rums, there’s a humidor full of fine cigars, munchies such as sugar-cane prawns and short-rib sliders, and Nostalgia, a four-piece Latin band that jams Thursday through Saturday. Go and give it your best Johnny Depp imitation.
Lee Klein finds a tiny Thai gem downtown, and Short Order, our food blog, explores behind the scenes at your favorite eatery.
Ticket prices for February’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival can be as rich as cream of foie gras soup. But for the rest of this week (until Friday, December 19), they’ll go at least a little light with a 10 percent discount on passes to all the four-day food party’s multitudinous events. And if you just can’t live without chowing down a burger with the unspeakably annoying Rachael Ray, the festival folks are also offering “SoBe Bucks,” which will allow you to get into even sold-out events such as Little Miss EVOO’s Burger Bash. How cool is that?
Sponsors
Hard up for something to do with your honey this weekend? Check out Do I Make You Horny?, billed as “America’s naughtiest improv comedy game show,” put on at 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through December 27 by comedy troupe Just the Funny. At $10 a pop, ticket prices are hardly stiff, and all of those naughty double entendres will make you want to come and come again. Really. Of course, you’ll want to eat out first, and what restaurant could be better than the nearby El Carajo, Miami’s (and maybe the world’s) only gas station tapas bar, whose name is Spanish slang for a particular part of the male anatomy. (Hint: Vice President ____ Cheney.)
“Yo-ho-ho and 52 rums, cachaças, and piscos from 18 countries.” Today’s pirates wear Brioni suits and carry Vuitton briefcases instead of clenching swords in their teeth, but that’s no reason not to yo-ho-ho a bit at Rumbar, the “vintage Havana/Hemingway-style bar” at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne. Along with enough high-octane hooch to shiver your timbers, including a tasting flight of five rums, there’s a humidor full of fine cigars, munchies such as sugar-cane prawns and short-rib sliders, and Nostalgia, a four-piece Latin band that jams Thursday through Saturday. Go and give it your best Johnny Depp imitation.
Lee Klein finds a tiny Thai gem downtown, and Short Order, our food blog, explores behind the scenes at your favorite eatery.
Cafe Bites from New Times
No, Area 31 is not a supersecret government lab. It’s actually a Mediterranean-inspired seafood restaurant that debuts next week on the 16th floor of the oh-so-posh Epic Hotel, at 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way. The name is a play on Fishing Area 31, a region of the western central Atlantic that includes the Florida coast. Which means the raw bar features stone crab, yellowfin tuna, and Key West shrimp. The place also serves grilled local fish served with a variety of sauces, and side dishes range from lemon Swiss chard to English pea risotto. There’s valet parking for your car but not, unfortunately, for your black helicopter.
Ticket prices for February’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival can be as rich as cream of foie gras soup. But for the rest of this week (until Friday, December 19), they’ll go at least a little light with a 10 percent discount on passes to all the four-day food party’s multitudinous events. And if you just can’t live without chowing down a burger with the unspeakably annoying Rachael Ray, the festival folks are also offering “SoBe Bucks,” which will allow you to get into even sold-out events such as Little Miss EVOO’s Burger Bash. How cool is that?
Sponsors
Hard up for something to do with your honey this weekend? Check out Do I Make You Horny?, billed as “America’s naughtiest improv comedy game show,” put on at 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through December 27 by comedy troupe Just the Funny. At $10 a pop, ticket prices are hardly stiff, and all of those naughty double entendres will make you want to come and come again. Really. Of course, you’ll want to eat out first, and what restaurant could be better than the nearby El Carajo, Miami’s (and maybe the world’s) only gas station tapas bar, whose name is Spanish slang for a particular part of the male anatomy. (Hint: Vice President ____ Cheney.)
“Yo-ho-ho and 52 rums, cachaças, and piscos from 18 countries.” Today’s pirates wear Brioni suits and carry Vuitton briefcases instead of clenching swords in their teeth, but that’s no reason not to yo-ho-ho a bit at Rumbar, the “vintage Havana/Hemingway-style bar” at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne. Along with enough high-octane hooch to shiver your timbers, including a tasting flight of five rums, there’s a humidor full of fine cigars, munchies such as sugar-cane prawns and short-rib sliders, and Nostalgia, a four-piece Latin band that jams Thursday through Saturday. Go and give it your best Johnny Depp imitation.
Lee Klein finds a tiny Thai gem downtown, and Short Order, our food blog, explores behind the scenes at your favorite eatery.
Ticket prices for February’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival can be as rich as cream of foie gras soup. But for the rest of this week (until Friday, December 19), they’ll go at least a little light with a 10 percent discount on passes to all the four-day food party’s multitudinous events. And if you just can’t live without chowing down a burger with the unspeakably annoying Rachael Ray, the festival folks are also offering “SoBe Bucks,” which will allow you to get into even sold-out events such as Little Miss EVOO’s Burger Bash. How cool is that?
Sponsors
Hard up for something to do with your honey this weekend? Check out Do I Make You Horny?, billed as “America’s naughtiest improv comedy game show,” put on at 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday through December 27 by comedy troupe Just the Funny. At $10 a pop, ticket prices are hardly stiff, and all of those naughty double entendres will make you want to come and come again. Really. Of course, you’ll want to eat out first, and what restaurant could be better than the nearby El Carajo, Miami’s (and maybe the world’s) only gas station tapas bar, whose name is Spanish slang for a particular part of the male anatomy. (Hint: Vice President ____ Cheney.)
“Yo-ho-ho and 52 rums, cachaças, and piscos from 18 countries.” Today’s pirates wear Brioni suits and carry Vuitton briefcases instead of clenching swords in their teeth, but that’s no reason not to yo-ho-ho a bit at Rumbar, the “vintage Havana/Hemingway-style bar” at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne. Along with enough high-octane hooch to shiver your timbers, including a tasting flight of five rums, there’s a humidor full of fine cigars, munchies such as sugar-cane prawns and short-rib sliders, and Nostalgia, a four-piece Latin band that jams Thursday through Saturday. Go and give it your best Johnny Depp imitation.
Lee Klein finds a tiny Thai gem downtown, and Short Order, our food blog, explores behind the scenes at your favorite eatery.
Yelp.com
Yelp's Makin' a List, Checking it Twice (Part One)
December 16
Know how to survive the holidays?
Cheers with beers!
Yelp Beer Club Meets Tomorrow
Sweaty Stockings
Sweaty Music:
Sweat Stocking Stuffer Holiday Party
I feel pretty
oh, so pretty...
America The Beautiful Screening
Get yo' green on!
Eco Drive Party
A holiday classic:
Miami City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
‘Tis the season for holiday cheer, but if you’ve left your shopping to the last minute, chances are you’re feeling more like Ebenezer Scrooge than jolly ol' Saint Nick. Before you get all bah-humbug, take a gander at this Weekly and let Yelp's naughty 'n' nice little elves direct you straight to the prezzies.
For the Nester:
Cindy W raves Arango is "the perfect store for design-o-philes who work in the creative industry or fetish-ize beautiful, functional objects in their home decor." Esther G is a huge fan of Bagua's Asian and global-inspired goods and kitschy treasures – no wonder she gets 90% of her gift shopping done there! Of course you could also follow Liz T's lead and pop into temporary pop-up shop Luminaire X to find unique design pieces... or maybe a $3K coffee table book?!?
For the Aspiring Chef:
Help your foodie friends slice and dice their way to culinary perfection with cooking lessons. Justin P turns to Chef Jean-Pierre Cooking School to learn the fundamentals. The best part? At the end of these Kitchen 101 classes, students get to chow down on their creations! Similarly, la scuola é bella at Casa Toscana, where Chef Sandra Stephani instructs on Italian eats every Saturday.
For the Wine-O:
Make it easy on yourself and your loved ones by opting for that magical, universally-welcomed gift that's a perfect fit your boss, your best friends, and everyone in between. Nicole M scores bottles for her wine aficionado pals with a little help from her friends at Wolfe's, while Kathy G fills cabinets with Cabernet at W Wine Boutique – with buys under $15, in vino veritas, indeed.
For the Geek:
For the biblio/cinema-philes in your life, Dan B points us in the direction of Books and Books in Coral Gables, "possibly the best bookstore you will go to, anywhere." And one of their author-autographed copies makes a special gift even more special-y-er. For film buffs, how about a membership with Miami Beach Cinematheque? The gift of the classic silver screen will make him forget about why mishaps like Four Christmases and Beverly Hills Chihuahua happen.
What's your strategy for the holidays? Give a holler on Talk!
Top Yelpers
See who's been mouthing off this week!
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Danny L.
the Bon Vivant...
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Eddy D.
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Brandon R.
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Leon W.
~ "the juice is worth the squeeze." ~
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Emme R.
Picks of the Week
Reviews we liked this week.
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Chris C. on Santa's Enchanted Forest
"Mix carnival food and Christmas, and you have what Santa's enchanted forest is. If you drive on the Palmetto in the evening anywhere from September through January, than you've seen it. They have beautiful lights and tasty food. Sure there are rides too, which some are fun, but the main reason for…"
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Michelle C. on The Clot Family Christmas House
"TIP*** This house is off of SW 120 Street, about a mile East of Palmetto High School. You will probably have to park on SW 120 Street, and then walk to the house.
This house is actually published in a book. It is the largest private Christmas display in America (or, at least it was when the book got…"
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Gustavo A. L. on Romanicos Chocolate
"We saw this place in the food network and immediately made a bee line there - what's funny is that owner was sort of bewildered that they had been featured on national TV -
Anyhow, this place is it !! The assortment is unbeatable, mind you, Chocolate is a product of the Americas and these guys…"
Fresh Lists
The newest of our users' favorites.
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The Village of Merrick Park
"Upscale shopping at its best."
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Mary Brickell Village
"This long awaited open-air shopping center has developed into a fresh alternative to South Beach and the Grove. A great place for downtown office workers and locals alike -- here's the scoop on where to eat and shop in my 'hood."
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You know how you have your comfort spots? These are mine...
"Frequently patroned"
December 16
Know how to survive the holidays?
Cheers with beers!
Yelp Beer Club Meets Tomorrow
Sweaty Stockings
Sweaty Music:
Sweat Stocking Stuffer Holiday Party
I feel pretty
oh, so pretty...
America The Beautiful Screening
Get yo' green on!
Eco Drive Party
A holiday classic:
Miami City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
‘Tis the season for holiday cheer, but if you’ve left your shopping to the last minute, chances are you’re feeling more like Ebenezer Scrooge than jolly ol' Saint Nick. Before you get all bah-humbug, take a gander at this Weekly and let Yelp's naughty 'n' nice little elves direct you straight to the prezzies.
For the Nester:
Cindy W raves Arango is "the perfect store for design-o-philes who work in the creative industry or fetish-ize beautiful, functional objects in their home decor." Esther G is a huge fan of Bagua's Asian and global-inspired goods and kitschy treasures – no wonder she gets 90% of her gift shopping done there! Of course you could also follow Liz T's lead and pop into temporary pop-up shop Luminaire X to find unique design pieces... or maybe a $3K coffee table book?!?
For the Aspiring Chef:
Help your foodie friends slice and dice their way to culinary perfection with cooking lessons. Justin P turns to Chef Jean-Pierre Cooking School to learn the fundamentals. The best part? At the end of these Kitchen 101 classes, students get to chow down on their creations! Similarly, la scuola é bella at Casa Toscana, where Chef Sandra Stephani instructs on Italian eats every Saturday.
For the Wine-O:
Make it easy on yourself and your loved ones by opting for that magical, universally-welcomed gift that's a perfect fit your boss, your best friends, and everyone in between. Nicole M scores bottles for her wine aficionado pals with a little help from her friends at Wolfe's, while Kathy G fills cabinets with Cabernet at W Wine Boutique – with buys under $15, in vino veritas, indeed.
For the Geek:
For the biblio/cinema-philes in your life, Dan B points us in the direction of Books and Books in Coral Gables, "possibly the best bookstore you will go to, anywhere." And one of their author-autographed copies makes a special gift even more special-y-er. For film buffs, how about a membership with Miami Beach Cinematheque? The gift of the classic silver screen will make him forget about why mishaps like Four Christmases and Beverly Hills Chihuahua happen.
What's your strategy for the holidays? Give a holler on Talk!
Top Yelpers
See who's been mouthing off this week!
user photo
Danny L.
the Bon Vivant...
user photo
Eddy D.
user photo
Brandon R.
user photo
Leon W.
~ "the juice is worth the squeeze." ~
user photo
Emme R.
Picks of the Week
Reviews we liked this week.
user photo
Chris C. on Santa's Enchanted Forest
"Mix carnival food and Christmas, and you have what Santa's enchanted forest is. If you drive on the Palmetto in the evening anywhere from September through January, than you've seen it. They have beautiful lights and tasty food. Sure there are rides too, which some are fun, but the main reason for…"
user photo
Michelle C. on The Clot Family Christmas House
"TIP*** This house is off of SW 120 Street, about a mile East of Palmetto High School. You will probably have to park on SW 120 Street, and then walk to the house.
This house is actually published in a book. It is the largest private Christmas display in America (or, at least it was when the book got…"
user photo
Gustavo A. L. on Romanicos Chocolate
"We saw this place in the food network and immediately made a bee line there - what's funny is that owner was sort of bewildered that they had been featured on national TV -
Anyhow, this place is it !! The assortment is unbeatable, mind you, Chocolate is a product of the Americas and these guys…"
Fresh Lists
The newest of our users' favorites.
user photo
The Village of Merrick Park
"Upscale shopping at its best."
user photo
Mary Brickell Village
"This long awaited open-air shopping center has developed into a fresh alternative to South Beach and the Grove. A great place for downtown office workers and locals alike -- here's the scoop on where to eat and shop in my 'hood."
user photo
You know how you have your comfort spots? These are mine...
"Frequently patroned"
Salsa classes
We have added a new Level 6 Casino Rueda to Tuesdays at Body & Soul. Last week was awesome, over 30 people went. This is our last Tuesday of classes before Christmas. Join usJ
There are no classes on Tuesday, December 23rd. Other than that, we are having all of our classes as scheduled throughout the Holidays. See you at Yuca this weekend!
The Salsa Mia Crew
Salsa Classes @ Body & Soul
http://www.salsamia.com/images/salsamia_flyers/yuca_bodyandsoul/salsamia_bodyandsoul_email.jpgSalsa Tuesdays
Classes 8:30 pm
All Levels -Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced
Emphasis - posture, timing, musicality, body movements, styling, turns, footwork, tricks, dips and much more.
Studio - Wood Floors, Mirrors all around, a State of the Art Sound System and a healthy Juice Bar.
Location - Body & Soul, 355 Greco Ave. Coral Gables (US1 & Le Jeune Rd.) Right next to Merrick Village. Free parking
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There are no classes on Tuesday, December 23rd. Other than that, we are having all of our classes as scheduled throughout the Holidays. See you at Yuca this weekend!
The Salsa Mia Crew
Salsa Classes @ Body & Soul
http://www.salsamia.com/images/salsamia_flyers/yuca_bodyandsoul/salsamia_bodyandsoul_email.jpgSalsa Tuesdays
Classes 8:30 pm
All Levels -Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced
Emphasis - posture, timing, musicality, body movements, styling, turns, footwork, tricks, dips and much more.
Studio - Wood Floors, Mirrors all around, a State of the Art Sound System and a healthy Juice Bar.
Location - Body & Soul, 355 Greco Ave. Coral Gables (US1 & Le Jeune Rd.) Right next to Merrick Village. Free parking
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Jawbone Bluetooth Headsets
In the spirit of the holiday season, we're offering $45 off Jawbone Bluetooth Headsets at Jawbone.com exclusively to you, family friends of Aliph employees (Limit 5 per order). Ranked as CNET's highest rated Bluetooth headset ever, and available in a wide variety of colors to suit everyone on your list, Jawbone is the clear choice for those you love. Or for those you just love to talk to.
Go to us.jawbone.com/store and enter promo code: HOLIDAY during the check out process to give the gift of effortless and stylish communication–$45 less than normal (we're feeling festive).
Happy Holidays,
Jawbone
Go to us.jawbone.com/store and enter promo code: HOLIDAY during the check out process to give the gift of effortless and stylish communication–$45 less than normal (we're feeling festive).
Happy Holidays,
Jawbone
Monday, December 15, 2008
NAWBO HOLIDAY PARTY
Join Us
for NAWBO HOLIDAY PARTY
cheers
NAWBO-Greater Miami
Annual Holiday Party
&
Chinese Auction
Tuesday December 16
6-8:30 p.m.
food, drinks & fun!
Come and bring your friends as we celebrate another great year of NAWBO
friendship, support and professional development
The Metropolitan
2475 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33129
6th Floor Media Room
Light Dinner & Dessert
Members - free
Guests - $20
***Please RSVP by December 12***
We hope you'll join the fun and holiday spirit of giving by participating in either or both of the following fun activities:
* "Chinese Auction" : Bring a $20 gift to exchange
* "Chapter Two" Donation: Bring an item of new or slightly worn work attire to donate to this wonderful nonprofit organization helping women in transition.
RSVP
Please RSVP by December 12 to Indigo Events rsvp@indigoevents.net and include the number of guests you are bringing. If you have any questions call us at 305-931-2370
Directions to the Metropolitan
From Brickell go east on 25th Road (toward the water). The Metropolitan is on your left. Use valet parking or park on the street.
for NAWBO HOLIDAY PARTY
cheers
NAWBO-Greater Miami
Annual Holiday Party
&
Chinese Auction
Tuesday December 16
6-8:30 p.m.
food, drinks & fun!
Come and bring your friends as we celebrate another great year of NAWBO
friendship, support and professional development
The Metropolitan
2475 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33129
6th Floor Media Room
Light Dinner & Dessert
Members - free
Guests - $20
***Please RSVP by December 12***
We hope you'll join the fun and holiday spirit of giving by participating in either or both of the following fun activities:
* "Chinese Auction" : Bring a $20 gift to exchange
* "Chapter Two" Donation: Bring an item of new or slightly worn work attire to donate to this wonderful nonprofit organization helping women in transition.
RSVP
Please RSVP by December 12 to Indigo Events rsvp@indigoevents.net and include the number of guests you are bringing. If you have any questions call us at 305-931-2370
Directions to the Metropolitan
From Brickell go east on 25th Road (toward the water). The Metropolitan is on your left. Use valet parking or park on the street.
Miami’s Premiere New Year's Eve Cruise
Miami’s Premiere New Year's Eve Cruise
All Inclusive Biscayne Lady
Boarding: 9:30pm to 10:30pm
Cruising from 10:30pm until 1:00am
Disembarking: 1:00am-1:30am
Adults $129.00 / Children $59.00
Please call 305.379.5119 ext 201
to make your reservations for this spectacular New Year's Eve Cruise
Welcome 2009 and celebrate aboard the Biscayne Lady.
The Biscayne Lady is one of Miami's premiere luxury yachts. No other New Year's Eve celebration will be as memorable as cruising on a yacht and seeing the fireworks show on the water, while enjoying a premium open bar and lavish dinner buffet
This one of a kind, New Year's Eve cruise will include a
Fresh Garden and Caesar Salad Station (accompanied by a wide variety of fresh condiments & dressing)
Chef Fresh Pasta Station (with selection of white or red sauce),
Top Sirloin Carving station (served with aujus and Saffron buttered demi-glaze accompanied with silver dollar rolls and condiments);Viennese station and an open premium bar.
Dance into the New Year with a professional DJ onboard playing all the latest dance music.
The Biscayne Lady features 3 amazing decks, 2 full bars, and 2 dance floors. We have two great decks to view the fireworks: sky deck under the stars and front bow deck area a completely open and spacious area of the yacht; the most ideal fireworks viewing aboard a luxury yacht.
Please arrive at the Biscayne Lady, between 9:30pm and 10:00pm to check-in. at the registration table in front of the yacht. The Biscayne Lady will be boarding behind the Hard Rock Café at Bayside Marketplace located at 401 Biscayne Boulevard Miami Fl 33132. Purchase your tickets today because space is limited.
Link: http://www.islandqueencruises.com/blog/
All Inclusive Biscayne Lady
Boarding: 9:30pm to 10:30pm
Cruising from 10:30pm until 1:00am
Disembarking: 1:00am-1:30am
Adults $129.00 / Children $59.00
Please call 305.379.5119 ext 201
to make your reservations for this spectacular New Year's Eve Cruise
Welcome 2009 and celebrate aboard the Biscayne Lady.
The Biscayne Lady is one of Miami's premiere luxury yachts. No other New Year's Eve celebration will be as memorable as cruising on a yacht and seeing the fireworks show on the water, while enjoying a premium open bar and lavish dinner buffet
This one of a kind, New Year's Eve cruise will include a
Fresh Garden and Caesar Salad Station (accompanied by a wide variety of fresh condiments & dressing)
Chef Fresh Pasta Station (with selection of white or red sauce),
Top Sirloin Carving station (served with aujus and Saffron buttered demi-glaze accompanied with silver dollar rolls and condiments);Viennese station and an open premium bar.
Dance into the New Year with a professional DJ onboard playing all the latest dance music.
The Biscayne Lady features 3 amazing decks, 2 full bars, and 2 dance floors. We have two great decks to view the fireworks: sky deck under the stars and front bow deck area a completely open and spacious area of the yacht; the most ideal fireworks viewing aboard a luxury yacht.
Please arrive at the Biscayne Lady, between 9:30pm and 10:00pm to check-in. at the registration table in front of the yacht. The Biscayne Lady will be boarding behind the Hard Rock Café at Bayside Marketplace located at 401 Biscayne Boulevard Miami Fl 33132. Purchase your tickets today because space is limited.
Link: http://www.islandqueencruises.com/blog/
Reconnect with your First Love and get a Second Chance
Working with TVLand on a new program called "First Love Second Chance".
We are reaching out to friends from around the country to reach people who may be interested in appearing on the show. My hope is with either your help, or the help of other journalists like yourself and others we can spread the word about this opportunity.
Here is the blurb on the show we are casting...
"Ever wondered what happened to the one that got away? To your high school sweetheart or college love? That's the question at the heart of this new TV Land program which reunites former couples and gives them a glimpse of what life would have been like if they'd stayed together. In each one-hour episode, a former girlfriend and boyfriend who are currently single will be reunited for an evening to see whether they can stand the idea of living with each other for two weeks -one week in her home with her life, the second in his. Will the passage of time and their differing life experiences have changed them beyond recognition? Will they be tempted once again by each other, or decide they can't get far enough away? First Love, Second Chance reveals whether true first love conquers all for the couples -or whether they discover that they had a lucky escape first time around!
If you are single, between 35 and 49 years old and looking to reconnect with a past love, we want to hear from you!
If you are interested or want to tell us your story of lost love, please visit us at www.cornwellcasting.com or send your story to firstlovecasting@me.com."
Any avenues that you could send this down or any contacts that may be of help would be very much appreciated. Additionally, If you have any questions feel free to email us at tonymiros at yahoo.com or firstlovecasting at me.com
Hugs
Tony Miros
Casting Director
Cornwell Casting
We are reaching out to friends from around the country to reach people who may be interested in appearing on the show. My hope is with either your help, or the help of other journalists like yourself and others we can spread the word about this opportunity.
Here is the blurb on the show we are casting...
"Ever wondered what happened to the one that got away? To your high school sweetheart or college love? That's the question at the heart of this new TV Land program which reunites former couples and gives them a glimpse of what life would have been like if they'd stayed together. In each one-hour episode, a former girlfriend and boyfriend who are currently single will be reunited for an evening to see whether they can stand the idea of living with each other for two weeks -one week in her home with her life, the second in his. Will the passage of time and their differing life experiences have changed them beyond recognition? Will they be tempted once again by each other, or decide they can't get far enough away? First Love, Second Chance reveals whether true first love conquers all for the couples -or whether they discover that they had a lucky escape first time around!
If you are single, between 35 and 49 years old and looking to reconnect with a past love, we want to hear from you!
If you are interested or want to tell us your story of lost love, please visit us at www.cornwellcasting.com or send your story to firstlovecasting@me.com."
Any avenues that you could send this down or any contacts that may be of help would be very much appreciated. Additionally, If you have any questions feel free to email us at tonymiros at yahoo.com or firstlovecasting at me.com
Hugs
Tony Miros
Casting Director
Cornwell Casting
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Algonquin Holiday Party - Shore Club- Monday December 15
Reminder: Algonquin's annual holiday party this Monday December 15-- please note that in the festive holiday giving spirit, this is a cocktail party (not a dinner) and there is an open bar and no cost!....come one, come all and please RSVP. The perfect event to invite any new Algonquin recruits you may have. :)
Please RSVP by Monday afternoon to Kristin@thefirmmiami.com
Join Algonquin this Monday for its annual holiday soiree full of friends, libations and seasonal cheer.
Sky Bar (Red Room & Garden) at the Shore Club
December 15, 2008, 8:00 pm until . . . .
Open Bar from 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm (complimentary cocktails beer, wine, vodka)
Join us as we toast a fun-filled 2008 of Algonquin dinners and prepare for an even better 2009.
Please enter through main entrance, not the pool.
Please RSVP by Monday afternoon to Kristin@thefirmmiami.com
There is no cost for this event.
Please RSVP by Monday afternoon to Kristin@thefirmmiami.com
Join Algonquin this Monday for its annual holiday soiree full of friends, libations and seasonal cheer.
Sky Bar (Red Room & Garden) at the Shore Club
December 15, 2008, 8:00 pm until . . . .
Open Bar from 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm (complimentary cocktails beer, wine, vodka)
Join us as we toast a fun-filled 2008 of Algonquin dinners and prepare for an even better 2009.
Please enter through main entrance, not the pool.
Please RSVP by Monday afternoon to Kristin@thefirmmiami.com
There is no cost for this event.
Miami Filmmaker Project
Entertainment Industry Incubator launches Miami Filmmaker Project
The Entertainment Industry Incubator is very pleased to announce the launch of the Miami Filmmaker Project (MFP), a new program devoted to the professional development of South Florida-based filmmakers. For those of you who are familiar with some of our most popular offerings over the last decade, the MFP, whose programs run in two to three year cycles, will offer a guiding hand from movie industry experts, both national and local. Tracks will be offered consecutively for screenwriting, directing and producing.
So what’s in it for you?
As with several of our previous programs, there will be a submission process and the ten most qualified entrants in each of three categories will be invited to participate in one of the designated intensives that will take place consecutively over the course of a year. The intention is to help the talented individual filmmaker hone his or her craft so that, from start to finish, there is a mentor available who has previous solid industry experience and the connections with which to offer support and assistance. By the end of the two – three year process, participants should have a movie of which they can be proud and is of the caliber that would be accepted by the major film festivals around the country and the world.
As always, the Incubator will call upon its “entourage” (industry VIPs) to offer ongoing expertise and contacts to the ten gifted filmmakers who have been chosen to participate with us in each of the three tracks (sometimes there is overlap so one person can qualify for more than one intensive). There will also be a series of workshops on the ways in which film gets to market.
So how do you become one of those ten?
The first intensive offered will be screenwriting and the round of submissions for that will be opening on December 1st. We are looking at feature length scripts that are written by local filmmakers and if they tell a local story, so much the better. As with our previous script contests, your submission will be read by industry personnel and will run through a process of professional examination searching for those that would benefit most by participating in the MFP. We expect studio personnel and talent agents to be among those that read for us.
If you are chosen…
If your script is chosen, you will be notified and asked to clear your calendar for the dates that you would need to be in Miami for this professional development opportunity. It is important that you attend all sessions of the intensive. We want to insure that those who win a seat in this competitive situation are able to receive maximum benefit.
So check our website after Dec. 1st: www.eincubator.org for more information or call us at (305)672-9297. See you at the movies.
The Entertainment Industry Incubator is very pleased to announce the launch of the Miami Filmmaker Project (MFP), a new program devoted to the professional development of South Florida-based filmmakers. For those of you who are familiar with some of our most popular offerings over the last decade, the MFP, whose programs run in two to three year cycles, will offer a guiding hand from movie industry experts, both national and local. Tracks will be offered consecutively for screenwriting, directing and producing.
So what’s in it for you?
As with several of our previous programs, there will be a submission process and the ten most qualified entrants in each of three categories will be invited to participate in one of the designated intensives that will take place consecutively over the course of a year. The intention is to help the talented individual filmmaker hone his or her craft so that, from start to finish, there is a mentor available who has previous solid industry experience and the connections with which to offer support and assistance. By the end of the two – three year process, participants should have a movie of which they can be proud and is of the caliber that would be accepted by the major film festivals around the country and the world.
As always, the Incubator will call upon its “entourage” (industry VIPs) to offer ongoing expertise and contacts to the ten gifted filmmakers who have been chosen to participate with us in each of the three tracks (sometimes there is overlap so one person can qualify for more than one intensive). There will also be a series of workshops on the ways in which film gets to market.
So how do you become one of those ten?
The first intensive offered will be screenwriting and the round of submissions for that will be opening on December 1st. We are looking at feature length scripts that are written by local filmmakers and if they tell a local story, so much the better. As with our previous script contests, your submission will be read by industry personnel and will run through a process of professional examination searching for those that would benefit most by participating in the MFP. We expect studio personnel and talent agents to be among those that read for us.
If you are chosen…
If your script is chosen, you will be notified and asked to clear your calendar for the dates that you would need to be in Miami for this professional development opportunity. It is important that you attend all sessions of the intensive. We want to insure that those who win a seat in this competitive situation are able to receive maximum benefit.
So check our website after Dec. 1st: www.eincubator.org for more information or call us at (305)672-9297. See you at the movies.
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