Thursday, December 27, 2007

Art and Culture Center of Hollywood seeks Education Coordinator


The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood
is seeking an Education Coordinator.
Deadline to apply Friday, January 11th.

Title: Education Coordinator

Type: Full-time, Salaried; Part-time, Salaried (please specify preference)

Responsible For: Coordinating education programs, operations, and personnel.

Liaison with: Art and Culture Center of Hollywood (ACCH) administrators and staff, students, parents, teachers, artists, the general public and other organizations.

Reports to: Director of Education

Primary Function: Coordinates education programming. This programming includes classes, after school programs, school partnerships, spring and summer camps, workshops, community events and other special projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and supervise comprehensive education programs. This work includes the development of integrated programs and curriculum between and across departments.

Responsible for teaching some programs.

Develop, implement, and coordinate programming including workshops, classes, and special projects.

Coordinate registration for all classes and special programs. Keep thorough records of registration using Excel.

Create and supervise the implementation of lesson plans for programming. Connect all curriculum to Sunshine State Standards.

Recruit and supervise qualified teachers, artists, and assistants.

Oversee educational program budgets. Monitor and purchase supplies required to implement programs.

Work with the ACCH management team to develop new and expand existing programs.

Work with grant writing staff and Director of Education to provide ideas, scheduling, curriculum, and supplemental materials for funding opportunities.

Work with PR department to promote education programs and services. Contact schools, families, and communities to promote existing and upcoming programs.

Review and approve all written materials (press releases) relative to educational programming.

Communicate with parents, schools, and the community about current and up coming educational opportunities and programs.

Monitor and purchase supplies required to implement programs.

Create and implement other educational opportunities that help support the mission of the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood.

Serve as a liaison for the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood at necessary meetings and public forums.

Provide weekly reports regarding the status and accomplishments of programs.

Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.

Candidate Requirements:
Candidate must possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in education or other related field and a minimum of three years experience working with arts education and curriculum writing. Teaching experience is required. Experience in more than one arts discipline and supervision of teachers is desired. The candidate will work directly with children and families, so a strong sense of initiative, commitment, responsibility, and dependability is required. The candidate should work well as part of a team and also be self-directed. Exceptional problem solving and diplomacy skills required. Excellent organizational and administrative skills as well as an ability to work well with the public, is necessary. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel as well as Windows 2000 or XP. Relocation expenses will not be reimbursed.

Please submit cover letter, resume and salary history by Friday, January 11, 2008 to:

Director of Education
Art and Culture Center of Hollywood
1650 Harrison Street
Hollywood, Florida 33020
Email: education@artandculturecenter.org
Fax: 954 921-3273
No phone calls, please

Wednesday, December 26, 2007

Charter on the Beach Middle School needs your support!

Your donation of as little as $10
on Facebook advances us in a contest to win $50,000!


Charter on the Beach is a middle school in Miami Beach, founded by my dear friend, Gladys Palacio. This school opened it's doors this year to 56 students and continues to grow with new enrollments for next year.

The unique middle school is need of financial help immediately to continue operations.


Without this help, they face losing their lease and the students will be transferred to other, more crowded and dangerous schools in the community. The students and teachers have formed a bond and become 'like family.'

Follow this link to hear their story directly from the kids:

I have created a cause on FaceBook that you can join and donate money directly to the school because I beleive we can raise funds and awareness relatively quickly this way by spreading the word and inviting others to do the same! Follow the link below to join and or donate:

http://apps.facebook.com/causes/view_cause/51568?h=plvn&recruiter_id=11529289

We are currently in a contest to win $1000 if we have the most unique donors in the next 20 hours or we can win $50,000 by having the most donors by Feb. 1!
If you do not have a FaceBook account and want to help, please take a moment to create one. It's a great way to keep in touch with friends and do good! Let's create miracles for these students and for Gladys and all of her tireless efforts over the past few years! She could use some good news!
If you cannot donate, please spread the word and forward this message.

To your success,

Jennifer Sandomir
P.S> For more information about the school, visit http://www.charteronthebeach.org/

Sunday, December 23, 2007

Job at DHL

Company: DHL Global Mail
Job Title: Pricing Specialist - International
Description: SUMMARY:
Support the development of pricing proposals for DHLGM’s International customers including most strategic customers. Work directly with Sales Management and Directors in developing pricing which references both the cost of providing the service and current competitive conditions. Provide key analytical support to the International Pricing Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Create account specific pricing proposals, for both new quotes and exemption pricing, estimating revenue and profitability. Recommend alternative pricing tactics on an account level.
2. Provide input to the international pricing strategy as well as the policy for all value added services, fulfillment fees and other surcharges.
3. Analyze and provide recommendations for top account annual price increases, ensuring maximum company profitability and customer loyalty.
4. Ensure the pricing tools are regularly updated with the latest costs and desired margins by maintaining a close communication with Operations and Network.
5. Audit accounts by analyzing overall yield performance and identify changes in mailing patterns and quantifying impacts on account profitability.
6. Solicit input and consensus from Operations and other departments regarding costs in order to maintain the pricing tools on an ongoing basis to reflect all relevant costs accurately.
7. Assist the Pricing Manager with 60 day Post Implementation account audits and provide feedback to sales team on accounts that are not performing according to the expectations in the original model
8. Assist the Pricing Manager on a continuous review of account shipping profiles, and take required actions to secure customer profitability.
9. Identify root causes for credit requests that fall under Commercial responsibility, through researching the commercial files. Ensure all correct information for the credit is available for loading into the billing system (SAP)
10. Present analysis and recommendations to Management, ultimately affecting the pricing proposed to DHL’s customers.
11. Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Economics with 3 to 5 years of experience in pricing, financial planning and analysis, forecasting, statistical analysis or related experience. Advance degree is desirable with 1 to 2 yeas of experience
2. Possess working knowledge of PC, database, spreadsheets, word processing and presentation graphics applications such as Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
3. Must be able to communicate effectively and clearly, in writing and orally, both in one-on-one and in group presentation situations and be able to interact and communicate with all levels of staff and management.
4. Proficient in identifying and solving problems, and utilizing analytics and modeling techniques.

Social Miami December 23 - December 31 2007

Vonnie Holliday's Stars & Strikes

Thursday, December 27 from 7 to 10 p.m.

Join Miami Dolphins' Defensive Tackle Vonnie Holliday for an exclusive Celebrity Bowling Tournament to benefit Reach for the Stars Foundation. Open to only 100 guests, the event includes non-stop food and drinks and a chance to bowl with an NFL football player. Your general ticket ($125) covers food and drinks as spectators. For $250, you play in the tournament, have access to the VIP lounge area and are promoted on the overhead projectors throughout the night. For an extra $100, a "thank my lucky stars" donation, you receive a vintage bowling shirt signed by Vonnie. Reach for the Stars Foundation is dedicated to helping those afflicted with Cystic Fibrosis and their families.


Lucky Strike Lanes
1691 Michigan Avenue, Miami Beach
305-865-5588 (Solange Beaumard)








Deering Estate's Holiday Wonderland

Through December

Tour the elegant and historic houses at The Deering Estate as they come alive with holiday accents and decorations. The holiday decorating effort is an annual tradition and the special project of the District XII Garden Clubs, the UF Miami-Dade Extension, the FAFCS District and the International Ikebana Society. Hundreds of yards of ribbon and garland, handmade wreaths and thousands of handmade ornaments have been used to decorate the Richmond Cottage and Stone House. You can explore on your own or take a guided tour held daily at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.


Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 S.W. 72nd Avenue, Miami
305-235-1668










Upcoming
Events


December 30
Happy Zoo Year


December 31
RainDance Miami New Year’s Eve


January 5
Grand Opening Festivities of Alfred Angelo Bridal Boutique


January 12
Dancing with the Stars


January 19
Crown Wine & Spirits/Project: New Born Wine Tasting Event


January 25 – 27
Comcast’s Pangaea World Festival and Sunshine Millions


January 26
Jackson Memorial Foundation Golden Angels Gala





Faces & Places








Upcoming Events

What When
Happy Zoo Year Sunday, December 30
RainDance Miami New Year’s Eve Thursday, December 31
Grand Opening Festivities of Alfred Angelo Bridal Boutique Saturday, January 5
Dancing with the Stars Saturday, January 12
Crown Wine & Spirits/Project: New Born Wine Tasting Event Saturday, January 19
Comcast’s Pangaea World Festival and Sunshine Millions January 25 – 27
Jackson Memorial Foundation Golden Angels Gala Saturday, January 26

Save the date! Dec 30th King Mango Strut parade‏

Don’t miss the strut this year, December 30th 1pm (or 2pm?...) but anyway, don’t miss it! www.kingmangostrut.org

Eurocircle December 24 2007

CHRISTMAS EVE PARTY at
George's Italian Restaurant and Lounge

Date and Time: December 24th, 2007, from 8:00 PM to Midnight.

Address: 300 72nd Street, Miami Beach, FL 33141 (1.5 blocks from Collins Ave). SEE MAP
Public parking lot across the street - at no charge in the evening

Please Join Us for a Fun, Relaxed Evening of Holiday Spirit!
Music, dancing, gift exchange, lots of great raffle prizes and contests (details will follow).

Please bring a wrapped gift worth a minimum of $10.00 in order to be eligible for the raffles and other activities!

Our Christmas Buffet includes:
- Assorted finger foods and Caesar salad
- Gnocci bolognese
- Lobster ravioli
- Chicken marsala
- Penne putanesca
- Unlimited eggnog
- Two glasses of wine or beer per person
- Soft drinks, coffee and dessert
Total cost is only $30.00 per person, plus tax and 20% gratuity.

IMPORTANT: Register first via this LINK TO EUROCIRCLE RSVP then immediately call George's (305) 864-5586 to organize for your prepayment directly with the restaurant.

Concierge services

Social Diva Holiday Stress Busters


Between the meetings, the cats, the parties, the gym, the conference in London, and that dentist appointment you’ve been putting off (and off and OFF), it’s amazing you can even find time to read this, Diva! And now that the season of giving is upon us, we don’t foresee your schedule getting clearer anytime soon. The good news is that there are people out there who feel your plight… so, this holiday season, if you find yourself in a time crunch, call in a pro to lighten your load.

No Time to Pack? Let Garde Robe do it for you. Each item you leave in Garde Robe’s care is professionally cleaned, and then stored in a climate-controlled, air-purified loft. Additionally, your items are photographed and catalogued on a Cyber Closet that is fully accessible to you from any computer. Simply choose which items you would like to take with you from your Cyber Closet and Garde Robe will pack them up on your behalf and ship them off to your final destination. Now THAT’S low-stress packing. Plus, you’ll bypass the dreaded airport baggage carousels, as Garde Robe will have already delivered your clothing to your hotel room in ready-to-wear condition. At the end of your trip, the items you’d like to return to storage are retrieved, cleaned, and returned to Garde Robe’s loft.

No time to buy gifts? Offering a wide variety of gifts including champagne-, holiday- and spa-themed gift baskets, along with other unique items like personalized wines, Well Wishers International delivers elegant, abundant and fresh gift baskets to homes and businesses in almost every city in the world. With Well Wishers International’s unique gift concierge service, you’ll work with their resident gift expert to create a custom designed gift basket. Is your giftee on a holiday vacay on a cruise ship or in a hotel room? No worries, Well Wishers Int’l delivers there too.

No time to primp and pamper? Book an In Home Spa Party for you and a few of your Diva pals. Licensed technicians from your favorite local spas will come to your casa for a little in-home pampering with services including facials, massages, mani’s and pedi’s.

Job- Volunteer Coordinator Hospice Care of South Florida

Volunteer Coordinator

HospiceCare of Southeast Florida

Responsible for recruiting, training and coordinating volunteers. Bilingual candidates preferred. Competitive salary plus benefits.

Please send cover letter and resume to Zoie Watson at zwatson@hospicecareflorida.org

Ballet February 9 2007

Get your tickets now for the Saturday, Feb 9 performance at 8pm. They are only $25, and includes after party at Rok Bar with open bar, food ,etc. Plus this performance is going to be AMAZING and the dancers stay for the after party.

I got my tickets today for Abdul and I and they will sell out. This series is performed here in our studios [22nd & Collins] and is intended for the 20-30 something crowd and is super fun.

Trust me and buy your tickets today. You can thank me in February! R

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MCB dancers and advanced school students are trading in their ballet slippers for jazz shoes, undoing those tight hair buns, letting it all down, and dancing to a different groove during the next Open Barre program.

Be the first to see our world-class dancers and students perform in this hot new contemporary jazz piece called Lounge 2200, set to the sexy and soulful music of the 50s and 60s.


THREE SHOWS ONLY with limited seating -- don't miss it!
Tickets are just $25. Order tickets online or call our Box Office at (305) 929-7010 or (877) 929-7010 toll free.

This Open Barre presentation is part of our Dancer's Journal program on Miami Beach.

Miami City Ballet's 2007-2008 Open Barre Dance Series is sponsored by Artecity and Talula Restaurant and Bar.

Tickets for Sale

Aaron Lewis of Staind
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Mon, 01/28/08
On Sale Fri, 12/21/07


George Jones
BankUnited Center
Coral Gables, FL
Fri, 02/22/08
On Sale Tue, 12/18/07



Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Fri, 02/22/08 more dates
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07 Paul Anka
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Thu, 02/14/08
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07
Dick Fox's Golden Boys: Frankie Avalon, Fabian, & Bobby Rydell
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Sun, 03/09/08 more dates
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07 Richie Havens
Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Fri, 02/01/08
On Sale Fri, 12/21/07
Frank Sinatra Jr
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Sat, 01/05/08
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07 The Go-Go's
The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater
Miami Beach, FL
Fri, 02/08/08
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07
Don Rickles & Joan Rivers
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Sun, 03/02/08 more dates
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07 The Unseen
STUDIO A
Miami, FL
Sat, 03/22/08
On Sale Fri, 12/21/07
Onerepublic
Revolution Live
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Sun, 01/27/08
On Sale Sat, 12/22/07 Driver Side Impact
STUDIO A
Miami, FL
Wed, 01/30/08
On Sale Fri, 12/21/07
Lil Boosie: Teddy Bears Birthday Bash
Club Cinema
Pompano Beach, FL
Mon, 12/24/07
On Sale Tue, 12/18/07 Here & Now: Program a
The Studio at the Carnival Center for the Performing Arts
MIAMI, FL
Fri, 03/14/08 more dates
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07

Stuff for sale and an assistant looking for work

THINGS AVAILABLE ON JANUARY 1ST
515 sq feet of office space in the Deli Den Plaza (lease is up May 31st) need to sublease for 5 months! ($1,343.65 a month)

Office furniture (white metal and glass desk, 4 cabinets, 2 file cabinet)

Canon Super G3 Color Image Class # MF8170c copier/fax/printer (relatively brand new!) ($600)

THE BEST ASSISTANT EVER!!! Maddy is looking for a job - she is efficient, thorough, very bright and extremely personable. Lots of experience running 3 offices and would absolutely be an asset to anyone who offers her a spot on their team!!!

Questions call 305 613-3298
Thanks!
Beth

All Ivy Holiday Party January 26 2007

Celebrate '08
at the ALL IVY + Holiday Party

1. 26. 08

at "The Most Spectacular Bay View Restaurant on Brickell"
MARINHEIRO
1155 Brickell Bay Drive

8pm - 12am

Complimentary Chivas and Portuguese Hors d'Oeuvres from 8 - 9pm

RSVP: allivyplus@yahoo.com

Jobs December 2007

Hollywood, FL Marketing Manager New! Kaplan University Weston, FL
Marketing Director New! Cleveland Clinic Florida Hospital (inc) 12/19
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Ad Systems Engineer New! CBS Interactive 12/19
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Project Manager--Riverwalk A&E District New! Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Fort Lauderdale, FL Associate Marketing Manager Broward Center for the Performing Arts

Social Miami December 23 - December 31 2007

Davy Jones in Aladdin "Panto" Show
Wednesday & Thursday
December 26 & 27

Pop icon Davy Jones of The Monkees stars in this holiday season's hilarious musical extravaganza Aladdin, presented by Jude Parry's acclaimed Gold Coast Theatre Company. Performed in the classic British Panto style, the Theater Company offers a comedic, over-the-top fairytale, packed with slapstick, topical gags and audience participation. The entire family will enjoy the magical tale filled with danger, greed, honesty and romance, a despicable villain, a charming prince and a beautiful princess. Performances are at 3 and 7 p.m., and tickets are $15. The production moves to the Colony Theatre on Miami Beach on Sunday, December 30, for performances at 3 and 7 p.m. Pictured: Royal handmaiden Aminah (Monica Hertzbach) watches in astonishment as the Good Fairy (Jude Parry) conjures Davy Jones out of thin air just in time to play the role of Aladdin in this year's British 'Panto' show!



Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 S.W. Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
954-462-0222






Holiday Wonders
Thursday & Friday
December 27 & 28 at 8 p.m.

See this lavish family-oriented production with music, song, dance and acrobatics that has for centuries inspired the proud and extraordinary culture of the Chinese people. With an international company of 60+ performers, the lavish production numbers, colorful sets, dazzling costumes, brilliant choreography, and booming Tang Dynasty drums will reveal the fascinating lifestyle and legendary elegance of the traditional China of yesterday coupled with the contemporary influence of today's Western world. Tickets for Holiday Wonders range from $25 to $85.



Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 S.W. Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale
954-462-0222




Jazz at MOCA
Friday
December 28 at 8 p.m.

Begin your New Year's celebration early with Jazz at MOCA featuring steel drum artist Doug Walker, a Miami Beach native, whose sound combines jazz, salsa, reggae and R&B. Walker's inimitable style and artistry creates a new sound on the steel drums, and his special technique results in a fuller sound and harmony. His latest CD, Jazz Pan, is a collection of hard-hitting fresh compositions in the vein of "Steps Ahead" and "Chick Corea." MOCA galleries will be open from 7 to 10 p.m. you can tour the extraordinary exhibition, Jorge Pardo: House, which features over 60 works presented as actual rooms of a house. Free and open to the public, Jazz at MOCA is sponsored by Starbuck Coffee Company and the City of North Miami.



Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
770 N.E. 125th Street, North Miami
305-893-6211




OceanDance
Sunday & Monday
December 30 & 31

The nationally renowned Wylliams/Henry Danse Theatre of Kansas City (pictured) performs at OceanDance to close out the year 2007. This 10-member, multi-cultural ensemble is known for its bold and athletic style that is hailed by critics as "captivating, exciting and powerful." OceanDance is presented by the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood and sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency. The free performances, followed by a laser light show, are Sunday at 8 and Monday at 9:30 p.m. Limited VIP packages are available for both nights offering preferred seating and on New Year's Eve favors and champagne. Call for more information.



On the Beach
Johnson Street, Hollywood
954-921-3274

Miami Beach Cinemateque - Dec 2007 - January 2008 schedule

Happy Holidays! A gift from MBC...

As a followup to Francis Ford Coppola's Miami Beach visit...

MBC invites you to a complimentary screening of:

Youth Without Youth, his latest film!

Tuesday, January 08, at the COLONY Theater. Limited seats available.

Tickets must be picked up at any MBC screening, starting FRIDAY 21st!

(tickets are not available at the Colony)





21 FRI 8:30pm:

“The Experiments of Andy WARHOL”

From the collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh



MBC offers opportunities to see rare official screenings...

The Nude Restaurant (Andy Warhol/1967)

16mm film transferred to digital files (dvd)

Color, sound, 99 minutes

Collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.

With Viva, Billy Name, Allen Midgette, Electro Banana, Taylor Mead,

Ingrid Superstar, Jullian Burroughs, Rod LaRod

The restaurant Max’s Kansas City was the most frequented place of the day in

New York City for the culturati, celebrities, and the glitterati that surrounded them,

with everyone from Dali, Duchamp, and Tennessee Williams, to Jim Morrison

dropping in. So in October of 1967, at the finale of the “Summer of Love”, with

Vietnam on the minds of even the most jaded Warhol “superstars” a group was

filmed on location at the restaurant, nick-named appropriately “The Mad Hatter”.

Highlighted by a rambling monologue by Viva, the “Jane Fonda of Alternative

Cinema”, it is a time capsule document of the period and the phenomena of

sexploitation amidst puritan Americana.





22 SAT 8:30pm: Cannes Palme d’Or 2006:

The Wind That Shakes The Barley (Ken Loach/UK/2006)



With Cillian Murphy, Padriac Delaney, Liam Cunningham

One of the United Kingdom’s best and fiercely independent realist filmmakers,

Ken Loach, who has relentlessly and continuously brought the plights of the

contemporary working English, Scottish, and Irish to our attention, brings us

a mesmerizing account of one of the pivotal roots to their story, and finally wins

the Cannes Film Festival’s main prize, the Palm d’Or, in doing so. Ireland 1920:

workers from field and country unite to form volunteer guerilla armies to face

the ruthless “Black and Tan” squads that are being shipped from Britain to block

Ireland’s bid for independence. But despite the apparent victory, civil war erupts

and families who fought side by side, find themselves pitted against one another

as sworn enemies, putting their loyalties to the ultimate test.

WINNER: Palm d’Or Cannes Film Festival

Irish Film and Television Awards Best Film, Audience Award

European Film Awards Best Cinematography





AND THE REST OF THE MONTH...



28 FRI 8:30pm:

“The Experiments of Andy WARHOL”

From the collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

MBC offers opportunities to see rare official screenings...




photo:

Andy Warhol

Lonesome Cowboys, 1967-68

16mm film, color, sound, 109 minutes

© 2007 The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh, PA,

a museum of Carnegie Institute. All rights reserved.

Lonesome Cowboys (Andy Warhol/1967-68)

16mm film transferred to digital files (dvd)

Color, sound, 109 minutes

Collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.

With Joe Dallesandro, Viva, Taylor Mead, Louis Waldon, Julian Burroughs

The original gay cowboy movie was one of the first Warhol attempts at a

commercial distribution, running for months in art houses in Los Angeles and

San Francisco. Lonesome Cowboys was the beginning of a new direction,

helmed by Paul Morrissey, who had been the manager of the Warhol “empire”

and “factory”. Originally conceived as a western version of Romeo and Juliet

(“Ramona and Julian”), it was filmed on location in Arizona, where the locals

were shocked and confused by the notorious filmmakers and cast.

"Get Ultra Violet for the part! I QUIT!"—Viva

WINNER: Best Film San Francisco Film Festival





29 SAT 9pm: "Cine-IMPROV" is back!

A LIVE Comedic Jam served with cinema on the side!



Miami’s hottest improv actors Michael Murray and Sasha Weisfeld

welcome some of South Florida’s best improvisers... to perform unscripted

theater based on your suggestions, in the art of “long form improv," rather

than the typical comedy you see at the clubs and on TV. Including film dubbing,

the "Armando Diaz Experience," and a live improvised "movie" based on the

life experiences of one of our audience members, with stylistic parody, edits,

comedic characters, and other scenic devices. Also featuring a special

improvised musical interlude" by the incomparable Sasha Weisfeld!

This month’s theme: WARHOL!





30 SUN 8pm: “DOCUSPAIN”

Award winning, provocative documentaries in Spanish,

produced with Spanish support...once a month at MBC!

Presented by MAHOU, and PRAGDA Barcelona/New York,

with support from the Embassy of Spain, the Spain Foreign Cultural

Corporation, the International Documentary Association,

and Tapas y Tintos restaurant.

Balseros (Charles Bosch and Joseph M. Domenech/Spain/2002)

In summer 1994,

more than 50,000 Cubans took to the sea in a motley array of rafts and

floating junk in an attempt to reach the Florida shores. Shot with an

intense sense of both immediacy and intimacy, Balseros dives in to the

difficulties of pursuing the ’American Dream’.



Every DOCUSPAIN film will be followed by an afterparty at Tapas y Tintos,

featuring LIVE Flamenco, complimentary tapas and MAHOU beer for filmgoers!





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
512 Española Way at Plaza de España (305) 67-FILMS (673-4567) www.MBCINEMA.com



Ordinary

movies?

NEVER!



FILMS: $10 or $6 MBC Members & Students

"Cine-IMPROV" $12 and $10 MBC Members and Students

Doors open 1/2 hour before screenings



COMING SOON!

A followup to Francis Ford Coppola's Miami Beach visit...

MBC invites you to a complimentary screening of:

Youth Without Youth, his latest film!

Tuesday, January 08, at the Colony Theater. Limited seats available.

Tickets must be picked up at any MBC screening, starting FRIDAY Dec 21st!



AND ALL JANUARY...



"F* is for FELLINI"

*Federico Fellini at his most Free-Flowing, Fantastic, Fresh, Florid,

Flush, Fleshy, Frolicking, and Freakin’ Fabulously Flamboyant!

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New Years Eve Spiegelworld

World Class Bash
RainDance Miami at Spiegelworld in the Salon Perdu Spiegeltent







Global RainDance, the New York City based social network whose parties and events raise money for people in need, is bringing its booty-shaking brand of social responsibility to Miami Beach for a one-of-a-kind New Year’s Eve event at the historic Salon Perdu Spiegeltent.

Global RainDance will host at Spiegelworld, presented by the The Raleigh Hotel, a series of dance parties over a nine-week period in Miami Beach at the extravagant Spiegeltent. The piece de resistance of the tent’s Miami Beach engagement will be on New Year’s Eve when Paris born DJ Sid ‘L Vaga will spin Afro-Brazilian house music along side aerialists, live percussionists and burlesque dancers for revelers who secure the limited tickets, which are on sale now for only $80 at www.globalraindance.org.

“We’re creating a dynamic online community to mobilize the hip urban dwellers,” explains Roland Peralta, founder of Global RainDance. “Leveraging the power-to-connect, RainDance Miami brings together the vibrant international and tuned-in professionals who are hip to global issues and local happenings.”

The Spiegeltent’s romantic gilt design creates a mood of 1920’s glamour and decadence wherever it calls home. The first Spiegeltent was built in the early 1900’s in Belgium and for fifty years was a staple for dancing and live entertainment across Europe. Since the 1970’s Spiegeltents have been traveling the world, providing a sexy alternative to the typical nightclub. Spiegelworld recently spent the summer at New York’s Pier 17 Fulton Fish Market where the adult cabaret Absinthe delighted audiences and where RainDanceNYC presented more than 50 of the best underground house music DJ’s under the Brooklyn Bridge.

Spiegelworld will be located at Collins Park in South Beach, 21st St and Collins Ave, from December 20 through February 17. But December 31st will be the highlight of the Speigelworld experience with Peralta promising “a deep, sexy, soulful, uplifting, high energy and captivating vibe for the more sophisticated world traveler and soulful local in dire need of a change of scenery!” Expect tickets to sell out. Venue capacity is estimated at 1,500 guests.

For more information go to: www.globalraindance.org and www.spiegelworld.com.

Saturday, December 22, 2007

Golf February 7 2008

Third Annual Golf Tournament & Dinner

Thursday, February 7, 2008 at Westview Country Club



Check our website periodically for updates and information. Register now to secure your spot in our event featuring:



· A great round of golf at a private club

· Nike Golf packages for each golfer

· Five-star lunch and dinner

· Fantastic auction prizes

· Dave Barry as our Master of Ceremonies



See the attached brochure for details and sign up here.



Questions? Contact Vanessa Puig for more information.



See you in February!

Ajax events December 22-24 2007

The Annual "Eve Party", December 24, 2007, at the Catalina Hotel and Beach Club (3 Hotels and rooftop). There will be a premium open bar until 2 pm. You can purchase tickets in advance for $40.00 at www.wanttickets/idf. The invite is below.

Also, join us for our annual New Year's party at the Raleigh Hotel. Check out the invite at www.raleighhotel.com/new-years-miami-blank.html. If you are interested in purchasing tickets, please let us know by sending an email to rsvp@ajaxent.com

You are also invited this Saturday night, December 22, 2007, to Social Miami at Sagamore Hotel for its Holiday cocktail party. You must rsvp to socialmiamirsvp@chinagrillmgt.com

Also, check out www.recovermydeposit.com if you are having issues with cancelling a condominium contract and recovering you escrow deposit.

Trunk show December 22 2007

Lavish
Presents a trunk show
by





Sat. December 22nd, 2007 3-7pm
Lavish 3433 Main Hwy Coconut Grove
Get Art of shade's one of a kind dresses perfect for new years at designer direct prices
and also receive 25% off all other items in the store during the trunk show.
Champagne, wine and tea sandwiches
RSVP to LGfabs@aol.com or call 305-446-0277

Christmas eve at the beach

YOU ARE INVITED TO AN AWESOME CHRISTMAS EVE GATHERING ON THE BEACH IN FT. LAUDERDALE!

Come spend a few relaxing hours on Christmas Eve with some amazing people. We will be meeting at AIA and Sunrise Blvd. on the beach. You can bring food, drink, music and anything else you can think of to have a relaxing, peaceful time near the beautiful waters of South Florida. We will be meeting at 5pm and go until we are gone.

If you have any questions, you can email Catherine Macaskill
Hope to see you all there and you are welcome to RSVP

Much Peace and love as well as the best holiday ever to you and yours!

Gilt Groupe- more shopping

Please accept this invitation to join Gilt Groupe. They have the coolest on line private auctions selling items from known and up and coming designers like Judith Ripka, Kiwat and Loreli. The feature everything from jewels to clothes and handbags. The company has been very successful in Europe and the concept has just crossed the waters. You have to be a member to get on the web site, it costs nothing, but you must be invited by a member to join. I have been very happy with the very discounted purchases I've made on this site and wanted to share it with everyone. Happy holidays!

We would like to invite you to join Gilt Groupe, a private online community dedicated to providing its members with access to coveted fashion and luxury lifestyle brands at sample sale prices. Membership is by invitation only, and there is no fee associated with joining Gilt Groupe.

Each event is designer specific and held over a one-day period. Gilt Groupe hand selects both established and up and coming designers relevant to our membership base.

To accept this invitation, please select or cut and paste the following link:

http://www.gilt.com/u/inv/ffatpfoxjgdvwcfxvqhecugr

We look forward to welcoming you to the Gilt Groupe community.

The Gilt Groupe Executive Team

Massage Gift Certificates for gift :)

Happy Holiday!


Okay- I've made it easy as possible for you.. your last-minute-gifts answer is right here!
Give the gift of massage- simply download the attached file, print it up & put it in an envelope or a nice card and voila! you've a thoughtful gift everyone is thrilled to receive!
Don't have a printer? Tell me & I'll get you as many as you like!

One Hour - $8o
9O minutes - $12o
2 Hours - $15o
~ incall prices ~ $1O discount for any sets of 3

Simply call to let me know & set up payment arrangements.


love and light
David
3O5. 49O. 4O9O

Friday, December 21, 2007

Coupons for Christmas

Stila cosmetics warehouse sale:

http://www.stilacosmetics.com/special_vws_signup_2007.asp

BANANA REPUBLIC:

http://www.lifetakesvisa.com/pdf/BR_Offer.pdf

or online:
Use BRHOLIDAY for 20% off (no minimum) Expires 12/24/07
and stack with
CODE: MYRBRGIFT for an additional 15% off Expires 12/24/07
(Must use a VISA card for this one to work)
Total Savings of 35% off

Gucci
10% off online (NEVER HAPPENS)

http://www.gucci.com/us/holidayshoppingday.html

Sephora.com 20% off (NEVER HAPPENS)

Use code: FF2007

PRINTABLE COUPONS!!!


OshKosh
http://wl2.peer360.com/b/oj86Z79yj91245HqSKv0/main.asp?hl=-1

Talbots
http://www1.talbots.com/emails/071107_15P_Balance.htm

Bath and Body works
http://f.e.bathandbodyworks.com/i/34/528207786/110507A_coup.html

Illuminations
http://www.illuminations.com/email/2007/1102/regular_1102_07.html

Lord and Taylor

http://www.lordandtaylor.com/common/coupons/lt_110807_coupon.pdf

Barnes and Noble - 25% , 10%
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/email/nonav.asp?PID=20422

http://www.barnesandnoble.com/email/nonav.asp?PID=20007

Linens & Things
http://lnt.imageg.net/graphics/coupon/LNT_email_signup_9%2019%202007.pdf

CVS
http://www.cvs.com/CVSApp/cvs/gateway/promotion?pid=6051&step_nbr=160


Aeropostale
http://p.p0.com/YesConnect/HtmlMessagePreview?a=RB9F5-t2axqh9M4TGXrMv&ms
gVersion=web

H&M
http://www.hmfriendsandfamily.com/




Dicks Sporting Goods
http://www.shopnorthlake.com/assets/DicksCustomerAppreciation

Carters
http://wl2.peer360.com/b/Uoratz52iYJbfvp6xS8w/main.asp?hl=-1

Sharper Image
http://www.sharperimagesavings.com/beyond/

Banana Republic
http://www.bananarepublic.com/browse/info.do?cid=35127

Best Buy
http://images.bestbuy.com/BestBuy_US/en_US/images/external/emailpdf/1107
07_nov_ese_coupons.pdf

Gymboree
http://recp.rm05.net/servlet/MailVie...Dc4MjUgS0&mt=1

FREE FOOD!!! (After you burn all those calories shopping!!)

Baskin Robbins (buy one sundae, get one free)
http://www.baskinrobbins.com/coupon/bogosundae1107.html

Johnny Rockets (free hamburger)
http://www.johnnyrockets.com/rockete-club/index.php

Pizzeria Uno (Free appetizer)
http://insidersclub.unos.com/insiders/

On the Border (free Appetizer)
http://clubcantina.ontheborder.com/clients/ontheborder/survey.htm

Watch a movie to relax from all the shopping

Buy one ticket, get one free at Fandango when you use Discover (Starts
Nov
16)
http://www.fandango.com/discovercard/

or FLY AWAY!!!

Orbitz
http://www.orbitz.com/App/PerformMDLPDealsContent?deal_id=07nov1372hours
ale&cnt=OVI&siteID=isIkAyUyNbM-rvPCreY%2AonvG5Ms1PiMrew


BURBERRY PRIVATE SALE

http://www.burberryusaonline.com/cat...goryId=2284855
Free shipping for orders over $195.


Restoration Hardware Friends and Family

20% off all non-sale items.
Use Code: H07FAF02

RalphLauren.com

When: 11/15/07 - 11/19/07
Enjoy generous reductions of up to 40% off.
Also, receive an additional 15% off already reduced prices online by
using
code NOV15 upon checkout!


Old Navy-Friends & Family on line code good from Nov 27-Dec 3---20% off
code
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Banana Republic Friends & Family on line code- 30% off Dec 1-3
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Gap Friends & Family on line code-30% off Nov 30-Dec 3
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Monday, December 17, 2007

Miami Beach PR Firm Seeks Intern

Boutique Hospitality PR Firm Seeks Intern
A Miami Beach public relations firm specializing in restaurants, hotels and events is offering a 2008 internship. This position offers a chance to work with high profile clients and events and earn important hands-on experience.
Candidate must have a focus in public relations, have a knack for writing, enjoy reading, and be detail oriented.
Please send cover letter with resume.

Internship
550 11th Street, Suite 204
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Saturday, December 15, 2007

OUTSTANDING WORKING WOMEN January 24 2008

OUTSTANDING WORKING WOMEN
Host: Debbie Hopkins
Location: Tarpon Bend Fort Lauderdale
200 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL US
View Map |
When: Thursday, January 24, 5:30PM
Phone: 561.302.8305

The holidays are over, the bank account is filling back up and it's time for a break from working crazy long hours playing catch up from your break.....what to do, what to do!?!? Please join OWW at our 3rd Happy Hour upstairs at Tarpon Bend in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Mingle with women JUST like you. Pass out your card. Drink some drinks and eat some appetizers and maybe even have a nice laugh!!! The ONLY prerequisite is that you ONLY invite women..but bring your friends, colleagues, relatives, whatever...and we hope to see you there!!! Be safe everyone and I look forward to the next OWW event!
For those that have never been to Tarpon Bend, there is a parking garage across the street and across the tracks. It's $2 for the first hour and $1 every hour after. Also for those that aren't in the KNOW, we now have a myspace to keep everyone updated on all that is OWW. www.myspace.com/outstandingworkingwomen - JOIN if you haven't already!

Eurocircle December 24 2007

CHRISTMAS EVE PARTY at
George's Italian Restaurant and Lounge

Date and Time: December 24th, 2007, from 8:00 PM to Midnight.

Address: 300 72nd Street, Miami Beach, FL 33141 (1.5 blocks from Collins Ave). SEE MAP
Public parking lot across the street - at no charge in the evening

Please Join Us for a Fun, Relaxed Evening of Holiday Spirit!
Music, dancing, gift exchange, lots of great raffle prizes and contests (details will follow).

Please bring a wrapped gift worth a minimum of $10.00 in order to be eligible for the raffles and other activities!

Our Christmas Buffet includes:
- Assorted finger foods and Caesar salad
- Gnocci bolognese
- Lobster ravioli
- Chicken marsala
- Penne putanesca
- Unlimited eggnog
- Two glasses of wine or beer per person
- Soft drinks, coffee and dessert
Total cost is only $30.00 per person, plus tax and 20% gratuity.

IMPORTANT: Register first via this LINK TO EUROCIRCLE RSVP then immediately call George's (305) 864-5586 to organize for your prepayment directly with the restaurant.
We must have a good idea how many are coming in order to have plenty of food available!

Come one, come all! Bring a friend! And don't forget the $10 gift for the gift exchange game!

Gabriele, Maggie, Anna-Maija and Miami EuroCircle Team

DawnTown Miami '07‏

Friends, Thanks to all who attended DawnTown and made it possible! Ricky Burdetthighlighted global examples of 21st century urban planning (or lackthereof), and Ella Fontanals-Cisneros, Commissioner Sanchez, Mayor Diaz,Lizz Plater-Zyberk, Neisen Kasdin, and Andres Viglucci shared theirthoughts on the future of Downtown Miami. If you missed this superb event, check out stunning video by PBS of thesymposium and breakfast before:http://uvu.channel2.org/PublicSite/Results.aspx?search=dawntown DawnTown was mentioned in the Financial Times, Interior Design Magazine,and the Miami New Times, see attached, as well as many other finepublications. Please contact me if you would like to sponsor our nextinnovative architecture and progressive urbanism event(s). Hopefully itwill be a series tying together the US Conference of Mayors, the ULIFall Meeting, and Art Basel, all in Miami in 2008. Thanks also to the City of Miami Commissioners who yesterday approved amassive Downtown infrastructure package. This City changes before oureyes! All the best, Andrewdawntown.org

DawnTown Miami '07‏

Friends, Thanks to all who attended DawnTown and made it possible! Ricky Burdetthighlighted global examples of 21st century urban planning (or lackthereof), and Ella Fontanals-Cisneros, Commissioner Sanchez, Mayor Diaz,Lizz Plater-Zyberk, Neisen Kasdin, and Andres Viglucci shared theirthoughts on the future of Downtown Miami. If you missed this superb event, check out stunning video by PBS of thesymposium and breakfast before:http://uvu.channel2.org/PublicSite/Results.aspx?search=dawntown DawnTown was mentioned in the Financial Times, Interior Design Magazine,and the Miami New Times, see attached, as well as many other finepublications. Please contact me if you would like to sponsor our nextinnovative architecture and progressive urbanism event(s). Hopefully itwill be a series tying together the US Conference of Mayors, the ULIFall Meeting, and Art Basel, all in Miami in 2008. Thanks also to the City of Miami Commissioners who yesterday approved amassive Downtown infrastructure package. This City changes before oureyes! All the best, Andrewdawntown.org

Friday, December 14, 2007

Need Locations & Ideas For Documentaries

Apartment for rent

Beautiful ocean view, across from the beach, 1 bed with 1 and ½ bathroom, full kitchen, 1 covered parking garage, pool by the intercostal, small building with 24 hours security personal, great location only 10 minutes from SoBe, restaurants, theater, bars, night life, etc…

Cable and Internet included.

5880 Collins Ave. 14th floor – Miami Beach

Please contact Valeria @ 305-793-9487 or via email valeria_casal@hotmail.com

Available on January 1st, 2008

$1350 monthly rent

Univision Job in NYC

Job Specification

Title:
Vice President, Business Development

Reports to:
EVP & Chief Strategy Officer

Location:
New York, New York

Company:
Univision Communications Inc. ("Univision") is the leading Spanish-language media company in the United States. Our portfolio includes Television, Radio, and Internet offerings that entertain and inform more Hispanics than any other media company in the country. Our television operations include the Univision Network, TeleFutura Network, and Galavisión. Univision also owns and operates Univision Radio and Univision Online. Univision is headquartered in New York, with network operations in Miami and television stations and sales offices in major cities throughout the United States.

The Position:
Univision is seeking an experienced business development professional to lead this new area for the company. The successful candidate will have an established record of success in increasingly responsible strategic, relationship-driven and results-oriented posts.

This individual will develop business development plans for the company, focusing on dramatic revenue growth via new initiatives leveraging Univision’s capabilities and brand. The candidate will be passionate about turning strategic plans into practical business opportunities resulting in revenue and will have business relationships that are directly leverage-able.

Specifically, the ideal candidate will be:
o A mature, savvy media professional with 7+ years of related experience, including deep internet experience.

o Comfortable with high level strategic planning, business development, and operational execution.

o Adept at managing up and laterally (extensive daily discussions and collaborative efforts with other senior staff ensuring that plans mesh with the needs of applicable departments).

o An aggressive self-starter comfortable in a fast-paced environment with limited resources; flexible and able to handle multiple competing priorities.

o A strong creative thinker and communicator; well organized, disciplined and detail-oriented.

o Spanish proficiency a plus.

Responsibilities:
o Develop and execute strategic plans to access new revenue streams in conjunction with manager.

o Vet incoming business development inquiries, facilitate sales force new business activity, negotiate deals, oversee contracting, and manage post execution relationships.

o Proactively provide market insight and recommendations to senior management.

Education:
A Bachelors degree is required and an advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is ideal.

Compensation:
Univision offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and a 401(k) plan.

Contact:
Applicants should submit their resume and salary requirements to Debbie Barrett at HRjobs@univision.net, including the position title in the subject line of the email. No phone calls please.

10 year anniversary for Florida International Magazine Saturday December 15

If you are ready to venture back out this weekend, join this Saturday, December 15th at the 10 Year Anniversary Party for Florida International Mag held in a private airplane hangar benefiting Children's Trust. To purchase ticket go to www.floridainternationalmag.com or call 305-373-3700, price: $75 in advance, $100 at door. * Hope guests receive special offer: buy 2 tickets, get 2 free

Bushmen December 14 2007

This Friday night, from 8:00-12:00 p.m. at John's Martin's Irish Pub in the heart of Coral Gables.

This will be our last performance for 2007, we look forward to seeing you there - thanks to our friends for stopping by at the Village Tavern last weekend.

Happy Holidays from the Bushmen

Social Miami - December 14-16

Young Professionals Against Childhood Cancer

Friday, December 14 at 5 p.m.

Join other young professionals who support St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and are interested in making a mark in the community. The Miami Chapter of Friends of St. Jude, a group of young professionals ages 22 to 40, is hosting a get together for hors d'oeuvres, compliments of Grimpa, and free Caipirinhas and beer. Meet and network with others who are seeking a social outlet and volunteer opportunities to help fight childhood cancer. A drawing will be held for one lucky guest to win a one-year executive membership at the Sports Club LA, valued at $3,580. Must be present to win! Membership in the organization is $25 for the year. RSVP today!


Grimpa Restaurant in Mary Brickell Village
901 S. Miami Avenue, Downtown Miami
305-265-1371 (Paola Cassana)






35th Anniversary of Miami Dolphins' Perfect Season

Friday, December 14 from 7 to 10 p.m.

The Buoniconti Fund and Jim Dunn, Founder of Prime Blue Grille, are hosting an event with some of your favorite '72 Dolphin Legends in honor of the anniversary of the 1972 Undefeated Dolphins and Marc Buoniconti. Complimentary cocktails and fine fare at downtown Miami's newest waterfront restaurant. RSVP by December 6 please.


Prime Blue Grille
315 S. Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
305-243-2267 (Teri Bendell)






Good Morning Mr. Elephant

Saturday, December 15 at 8:30 a.m.

Miami MetroZoo is offering a special treat for their members. Jump aboard the zoo tram and greet the animals as they first come out for their morning stretch. The zoo opens early for this special animal encounter, continental breakfast and more! Membership begins at $59 for a dual membership and $99 for a family membership. It's a great way to say Happy Holidays to friends! Join now and enjoy a fun morning at the zoo - admission is just $6.


Miami MetroZoo
12400 S.W. 152nd Street, Miami
305-255-5551






Nutcracker Holiday Brunch & Performance

Saturday, December 15 at 11 a.m.

Join Miami City Ballet's new "Nutcracker Family" for an elegant brunch just in time to attend the 2 p.m. performance at Carnival Center for the Performing Arts. A holiday favorite, Miami City Ballet's spectacular production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker, is a treat for the whole family! Enjoy a cast of over 100 dancers, incredible sets and costumes and the magical music of Tchaikovsky. See talented kids from Miami City Ballet School dancing alongside the Company's internationally acclaimed dancers. Performances are Friday (12/14) at 7:30, and Saturday and Sunday (12/15-16) at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the performance only range from $19.75 to $63. Brunch and performance cost from $65 to $125. The brunch was arranged by Lourdes Castillo de la Pena, Giovanna D'Agostini, Marina Figeroa, Maite Koffler, Rosemery Medina, Sandra Morales, Monica Nishi, Beatrice Rabassa, Rebecca Rodriquez and Rona Witek, a group organized to raise funds for MCB School's Student Scholarship Fund.


LaGorce Country Club
5685 Alton Road, Miami Beach
305-929-7000, Ext. 1407 (Nora Weinreich)






36th Annual Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade

Saturday, December 15 at 6:30 p.m.

The Winterfest Boat Parade with Grand Marshal Lorraine Bracco inaugurates its new parade route beginning at the Broward Center on the New River at 6:30 p.m. The Parade route continues East to the Intracoastal Waterway and then North along the original route to Lake Santa Barbara. This year's theme is "Magical Movie Moments." More than 100 boats will participate, and judging will be at the host hotel, The Riverside Hotel. Best seats on land to view the parade are inside Birch State Park at Sunrise Boulevard and the Intracoastal. Gates open at 3 p.m., and all seats are assigned and reserved. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for kids 10 and younger.


Beginning at the New River to Lake Santa Barbara
Fort Lauderdale
954-767-0686






NIDEA! Stand Up Comedy of Julian Arango

Saturday, December 15 at 8 p.m.

Conexion Colombia and Give to Colombia have joined forces to help 1,500 of the poorest of Colombian children to have a happy holiday this year. Colombian actor Julian Arango is an incredible success in his native country. He is donating his time and talent to help raise funds for this joint effort. Tickets are $40 for general admission and $60 for VIP seating. Can't attend? Give a call and donate to the cause!


Teatro Riviera
1560 S. Dixie Highway, Coral Gables
786-378-0518






Deering Estate's Holiday Wonderland

Through December

Tour the elegant and historic houses at The Deering Estate as they come alive with holiday accents and decorations. The holiday decorating effort is an annual tradition and the special project of the District XII Garden Clubs, the UF Miami-Dade Extension, the FAFCS District and the International Ikebana Society. Hundreds of yards of ribbon and garland, handmade wreaths and thousands of handmade ornaments have been used to decorate the Richmond Cottage and Stone House. You can explore on your own or take a guided tour held daily at 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m.


Deering Estate at Cutler
16701 S.W. 72nd Avenue, Miami
305-235-1668










Upcoming
Events


December 20 – 31
MOZ / Zakharov Art Exhibition


January 12
Dancing with the Stars


January 26
Jackson Memorial Foundation Golden Angels Gala


January 25 – 27
Comcast’s Pangaea World Festival and Sunshine Millions





Faces & Places








Upcoming Events

What When
MOZ / Zakharov Art Exhibition December 20 – 31
Dancing with the Stars Saturday, January 12
Jackson Memorial Foundation Golden Angels Gala Saturday, January 26
Comcast’s Pangaea World Festival and Sunshine Millions January 25 – 27

Happy, Happier, Happiest: Il Gabbiano Serves up Happy Hour, weeknights 4 to 7 PM‏

dear friends,


we've got a gorgeous new spot for happy hour al fresco, overlooking biscayne bay, at the hot new restaurant, il gabbiano. How good does an icy martini + pizza al funghi sound about now? (OK, so 4 PM, lol.)



you will love this restaurant!



love,

tara & nick

Need a temp

We just had our Administrative Assistant resign in the middle of holiday hell. We are looking for someone to do some temp work over the next few weeks. It is pretty straight-forward tasks (i.e. answering phones, data entry, managing mail). Proficiency on the computer and working with Excel and Microsoft word is a must.

If you know anyone interested in temping and making some extra money, please let me know ASAP. We are looking for 25-30 hours a week time commitment of $12 an hour. The office is located on 120th and Biscayne.

Many thanks.
abbey.glaser @ kindred-spirits.us

Al Gore in Bali

Hi,

President Bush won't be joining the world leaders gathered in Bali this week for the most important UN climate conference ever. But Al Gore will.

Al Gore just accepted the Nobel Peace Prize. Now he's heading straight to the Bali conference to call for a visionary global treaty to stop climate change. With the world watching, he'll bring our petition signatures onto the stage to show the world where Americans stand.

Can you join me by clicking here?

http://pol.moveon.org/standwithal/?r_by=11782-453242-leZ.Rr&rc=paste


Check out the video of Al Gore's inspiring Nobel prize speech after you sign the petition.

Bikini Shopping event

We are opening the doors to friends and family on this once a year Special Event, to bring you our very best collections at wholesale prices.



Usually we have our products in stores like Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Fred Segal, Everything but Water... but now it's all available to you directly from us!
Swimwear from ANK and Agua de Coco
Accessories from Accessories&Beyond's

The Bazaar will go on from Dec. 13-15 (Thur-Sat), from 12pm-6pm on Thursday and Friday and from 12pm-5pm on Saturday...

Location:

Murano Grande
400 Alton Road apt 2801
Miami Beach



Feel free to bring family and friends!





Mirla Sabino
Mirla Sabino Inc.
Agua de Coco and ANK swimwear

Democratic events

Democrats of South Dade Holiday Party - Tuesday, December 11, 2007, 6:30 PM, 7435 SW 54 Ave

Who is Counting Your Vote? - Tuesday, December 11, 2007, 7:00 PM, 7701 SW 76th Ave. Miami, FL

Fundraiser and Cocktail reception with Michelle Obama - Friday, December 14, 2007, 5:30 PM, The Biltmore Hotel

Restoration of Civil Rights event - Saturday, December 15, 2007, 10:00 AM, THE ATHLETIC CLUB at the Orange Bowl

Democratic POWER Holiday Party - Saturday, December 15, 2007, 4:30 PM, 9001 SW 140 St, Miami

Ron Brown South Dade Dem Caucus Holiday event - Wednesday, December 19, 2007, 7:00 PM, South Miami Elks, 6304 SW 78 Street

Democratic Hispanic Caucus announces our Holiday Party - Wednesday, December 19, 2007, 7:30 PM, Roxy Theater, 1645 SW 107th Ave

Naturalization Swearing-In Ceremonies - Wednesday, December 19, 2007, 8:00 AM, Miami Beach Convention Center

Bill Clinton December 15 2007

Dear Friends:


Dorothea and I are inviting you to our house to attend an “Intimate Dinner Party” with President Bill Clinton, benefiting Hillary Clinton’s campaign (see invitation attached). It will be next Saturday, December 15th, at 8:00p at 36 La Gorce Circle, Miami Beach.


In order to make it an intimate event where everybody can enjoy the company of President Clinton and take pictures with him, guests will be limited. Please let us know ASAP if you are planning to attend.


Best regards,
Dorothea and Steven Green

New Times Insider

The Nutcracker presented by Miami City Ballet at Carnival Center for the Performing Arts December 14-16. George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker™ is a magical Holiday treat for young and old alike! Miami City Ballet’s production of the Nutcracker is a lavish spectacle of beautiful sets and costumes, special effects, glorious music and spirited dancing. Tickets start at just $19.75.Call the MCB Box Office at (305) 929-7010 to or click here for more information.


CALLING ALL COMICS!
The SOUTH BEACH COMEDY FESTIVAL's comedian search has become a breeding ground for new talent and for some lucky comic, an excellent opportunity to be launched into comedic stardom. Previous winners include Malik Sanon and Flip Schultz, both of whom have gone on to appear on COMEDY CENTRAL's multi-platform series "Live At Gotham".

Schedule:

*Open Call (First Round): Saturday, January 5, 2008 @ 1PM-4PM ET, IMPROV, West Palm Beach

*Open Call (First Round): Sunday, January 6, 2008 @ 1PM-4PM ET, IMPROV, Miami

Semi-Finals (Second Round): Wednesday, January 9, 2008 @ 7:30PM ET, IMPROV, Miami -- Hosted by Toast and Branzig from "The Paul & Young Ron Show"

Finals (Third Round): Friday, January 18, 2008 @ 10:30PM, Colony Theater, Miami Beach, FL -- Hosted by Paul Castronovo & Young Ron

*Comics are asked to prepare up to 3 minutes of "clean" material*

For location details, click here.


South Beach Comedy Festival - Get ready for the third annual South Beach Comedy Festival! Don't miss your favorite comedians, plus plenty of local talent on the South Beach stages. Mark your calendars for 4 days of laughs: January 16 - January 19 at the Fillmore at the Jackie Gleason Theatre, Lincoln Theatre, and Colony Theatre! Here's the line-up:

Wednesday, January 16 Kathy Griffin - Fillmore at the Jackie Gleason Theatre Louis C.K. - Lincoln Theatre Kristina Wong with the Miami Light Project - Colony Theatre Creation Nation with Billy Eichner - Colony Theatre

Thursday, January 17 Katt Williams - Fillmore at the Jackie Gleason Theatre Stephen Lynch - Lincoln Theatre "The Meanest Men in Comedy: Jeffrey Ross with Ralphie May" - Colony Theatre

Friday, January 18 Susie Essman - Lincoln Theatre Raul Gonzalez - Colony Theatre "Paul & Young Ron's So You Think You Are Funny Comedy Contest" - Colony Theatre


Saturday, January 19 Andres Lopez - Fillmore at the Jackie Gleason Theatre Dave Attell - Lincoln Theatre
Here's your chance to buy tickets to see your favorite comedians Click here today!


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Win Tickets to the third annual South Beach Comedy Festival! Don't miss your favorite comedians, plus plenty of local talent on the South Beach stages. Mark your calendars for 4 days of laughs: January 16 - January 19 at the Fillmore at the Jackie Gleason Theatre, Lincoln Theatre, and Colony Theatre! Enter Now!

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Win Free tickets to Atonement. A British romance that spans several decades. Fledgling writer Briony Tallis, as a 13-year-old, irrevocably changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister's lover of a crime he did not commit. Written by Focus Features.

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Win a $20 gift certificate to Lost Weekend. With darts, drinks, Foosball and Nightly Happy Hour special. Lost Weekend is the place to be. Located at 218 Espanola Way in Miami Beach. Must be 21 to enter.

Thursday, December 13, 2007

Kathy Griffin January 16 2007

Win a pair of tickets before you can buy them to see Kathy Griffin LIVE at the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theatre! Second show just added due to popular demand! Kathy Griffin performs January 16 at 10:30pm!

Register right now to win tickets from your friends at New Times!

Don't want to miss it? Buy your tickets now through Ticketmaster! On sale this Friday 12/14 at 5pm!

Part of the 3rd annual South Beach Comedy Festival January 16 - 19! Tickets still available for Kathy Griffin's early show January 16 at 8pm. For a complete schedule and list of comedians, visit www.southbeachcomedyfestival.com

Join Us Friday for Cinema 2 at The Wolf‏

Cocktail with Michelle Obama December 14, 2007

Cocktail reception with Michelle Obama

Event Chair -Tracy Wilson Mourning, Co-Chairs -Barbara & Richard Garrett, Nancy & Mark Gilbert, Tia & Raul Pedraza, Broward County Commissioner Stacy Ritter, Lara Murphy & Kirk Wagar


Hosts -Katie Lane-Arriola & Eddy Arriola, Lourdes Arriola, Maggie & JP Austin, Tanya J. Brinkley, Allison Cammack, Cecilia Comeau, Lynn Overmann & David Crouch, Carla & Marlon Hill, Barbara Holtzman, Heather Urban Holtzman & Max Holtzman, Rachel Poses, Zarifa Reynolds, Manoucheka Thermitus *Committee in formation...

Cordially invite you to join them for a cocktail reception with

Michelle Obama


benefiting Obama for America

Friday, December 14, 2007
5:30pm - 7:30pm

At The Biltmore Hotel
The Granada Ballroom
1200 Anastasia Avenue
Coral Gables, Florida

Co-Chair: Raise or Write $2,300
Host: Raise or Write $1,000
Friend: $500 per person (includes photo)
Supporter: $100 per person


RSVP REQUIRED
RSVP at: https://donate.barackobama.com/page/contribute/biltmore


Or contact Jessica Clark at (305) 442-7464 or Jessica.Clark@barackobama.com

MAP Magazine Invites you to Sultry Sundays at Van Dyke UPStairs‏

Ajax events Dec 24 (my bday!:) and this weekend

Save the date for the Fifth Annual "Eve Party", December 24, 2007, at the Catalina Hotel (3 Hotels and rooftop), www.theeveparty.com. Premium open bar all night. You can purchase tickets in advance for $40.00. (more information to follow)

Also, tickets for our annual New Year's party will be ready soon. Our party is at the Raleigh Hotel. Check out the invite at www.raleighhotel.com/new-years-miami-blank.html. If you are interested, please let us know by sending an email to rsvp@ajaxent.com

You are invited to the Mandarin Hotel this Friday, December 14, 2007 for Barefoot at the Oasis Basel Style. Check-in your shoes at the door and relax, unwind and walk barefoot on the powdery sand. You must rsvp to rsvp@iheartsupermarket.com. To book a beach bed, please call 305.913.8358. Click on the invite below for more information.

You are also invited this Saturday night, December 15, 2007, Social Miami at Sagamore Hotel does Basel. You must rsvp to socialmiamirsvp@chinagrillmgt.com

Party Better Naked: B.E.D. Hosts Official Launch of David Barton Gym‏ Friday December 14 2007

Tickets for Sale

Hannah Montana & Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Tour
American Airlines Arena
Miami, FL
Thu, 01/31/08
On Sale Sat, 12/15/07


Juanes
American Airlines Arena
Miami, FL
Sat, 04/12/08
On Sale Fri, 12/14/07



Rod Stewart
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Thu, 01/31/08 more dates
On Sale Fri, 12/14/07 South Beach Comedy Festival: Kathy Griffin
The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater
Miami Beach, FL
Wed, 01/16/08 more dates
On Sale Fri, 12/14/07
Marilyn Manson
The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater
Miami Beach, FL
Sun, 01/20/08
On Sale Fri, 12/14/07 Mindless Self Indulgence
Revolution Live
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Thu, 05/08/08
On Sale Sat, 12/15/07
Diana Ross
BankAtlantic Center Sinatra Theatre
Sunrise, FL
Tue, 03/11/08
On Sale Fri, 12/14/07 Golden Boys
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Sun, 03/09/08 more dates
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Fri, 02/22/08 more dates
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07 Paul Anka
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Thu, 02/14/08
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07
Yonder Mountain String Band
Revolution Live
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Sat, 02/09/08
On Sale Sat, 12/15/07 Lil Wayne, Birdman & Friends: Hosted By DJ Khaled
Bayfront Park Amphitheater
Miami, FL
Sat, 01/05/08
On Sale Fri, 12/14/07
Frank Sinatra Jr
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Sat, 01/05/08
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07 The Go-Go's
The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater
Miami Beach, FL
Fri, 02/08/08
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07
Cowboy Mouth
Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Wed, 01/09/08
On Sale Fri, 12/14/07 Aladdin
Colony Theater
Miami Beach, FL
Sun, 12/30/07 more dates
On Sale Mon, 12/10/07
Silverstein
Revolution Live
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Sun, 03/02/08
On Sale Thu, 12/13/07 Don Rickles & Joan Rivers
Hard Rock Live
Hollywood, FL
Sun, 03/02/08 more dates
On Sale Mon, 12/17/07
Aiden
Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Sat, 03/01/08
On Sale Fri, 12/14/07 David Allan Coe
Culture Room
Ft Lauderdale, FL
Sat, 01/26/08
On Sale Fri, 12/14/07

Invitation to ME party on Dec. 15‏

MEDIA ADVISORY

MIAMI’S MOST EXCLUSIVE PERSONAL TRAINING FACILITY – ME -- SET TO OPEN WITH A CELEBRITY-STUDDED MEMBERSHIP

PEOPLE MAGAZINE’S “SEXIEST MAN ALIVE,” MATT DAMON, TOPS VIP GUEST LIST

December 15, 2007 at 8pm

Who: ME’s founder, Robert Severiano, is responsible for creating some of entertainment, music, sports and modeling’s hottest bodies including Matt Damon, Heidi Klum, Chris Noth, Rachel Weiss, Bobbi Brown, Tyler Florence, Dan LeBatard and Benny Medina. The event’s guest list includes People Magazine’s 2007 “Sexiest Man Alive,” Matt Damon, New York Mets’ Mo Vaughn, hairstylist to the stars Oribe, artist LEBO, New York Times Best-Selling Author Gerald Posner, Michelle Rubell and many others.

What: ME -- Miami’s most exclusive personal training facility -- celebrates its Grand Opening with a VIP cocktail reception. ME features state-of-the-art strength training, cardiovascular and flexibility equipment under a 2,300 square foot roof and is designed to provide its clients with the tools necessary to achieve their personal fitness goals. ME’s trainers create highly focused training programs for its elite members, who hail from the worlds of entertainment, music, modeling, sports, business and the world’s most chic social sets. From its welcoming Jonathan-Adler inspired reception area, to its designer locker rooms featuring Philippe Starck fixtures, ME offers its members the most luxurious environment to transform their bodies while relaxing their minds.

When: Saturday, December 15th at 8pm

Where: 50 NW 29th Street
Miami’s Wynwood Art District
(Across from the Rubell Family Collection)

Contact: Gaby Garcia or Christina Kolbjornsen
K+G Marketing and Public Relations
305-282-7174/305-905-1546
gaby@kgmarketingpr.com, christina@kgmarketingpr.com

Brazilian Evening @ Casa Decor with cachaca Moleca 12.13.2007‏

Casa Décor, Boteco, cachaça Moleca and Mark T. Smith, proudly invite you to a “Brazilian Evening” this Thursday December 13th. at 7pm.

Enjoy great food and the best caipirinhas in town as you experience the live music of “Prato Principal”.

Social Miami - December 12-16

The Weekend Guide
What to Do This Weekend

Pop goes the weekend.

SEE
Lichtenstein
What: Evening showings of the outdoor exhibit start this week, with wine, tapas, and dessert.
Why: Everything is illuminated.
When: Every Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables (305-667-1651).

HEAR
Cafe Tacuba
What: The Mexican foursome performs everything from punk to electronica.
Why: Red hot chile peppers.
When: Sun., 8 p.m.
Where: Gusman Center for the Performing Arts, 174 E. Flagler St. Tickets online at ticketmaster.com.



SPONSORED LISTING
SHOP
NinaSegal.com
What: Fred Segal’s jewelry boutique just launched an online outpost.
Why: This unique collection of designer pieces ranges from modern to classic to whimsical at prices for all budgets.
When: You want to make an entrance.
Where: Online at NinaSegal.com.


DRINK
Wine Fridays
What: Twenty bucks gets you bottomless pours at lunchtime at Azul. (There’s a new menu to boot.)
Why: The early lush catches the happy hour.
When: Every Fri., noon-3 p.m.
Where: Mandarin Oriental, 500 Brickell Key Dr. (305-913-8254).

CHILL
Winter Spa Specials
What: Select massages and facials are a mere $99.
Why: More knead, less dough.
When: Thru Dec. 28.
Where: The Biltmore, 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables (305-913-3187).

SHOP (and HELP)
Tory Burch
What: An evening of shopping to benefit the Jay Weiss Center, a nonprofit that helps increase accessibility to quality health care.
Why: Good fashion, bad medicine.
When: Thurs., 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave. (305-867-7469). R.S.V.P. to 305-243-9697 or eventsrsvp@med.miami.edu.

Social Miami - Art About Town Including 4 New Art Basel Photo Galleries‏

Exhibition Preview and Lecture
Friday
December 14 at 7 p.m.

Pamela Koob, Curator of the Permanent Collection of The Art Students League of New York, will speak at the Storer Auditorium, UM School of Business (just a short walk from the Lowe) at 7 p.m. (free and open to the public). Back to the Lowe Art Museum for a preview of the exhibition and reception from 8 to 10 p.m. featuring music by dei7, light fare and cocktails courtesy of Bacardi. The exhibitions are "Art Students League of New York: Highlights from the Permanent Collection" - 75 works that reflect the art movements of the last 125 years - and "Afro-Cuba Works on Paper, 1968-2003," featuring 26 artists from Havana and Santiago de Cuba that represent a cross-section of Cuban society. Admission to the reception is free for Lowe members; $10 for non-members; $5 for students. Pictured: Manuel Mendive (b. 1944); 1 de la serie Orichas, 2002, Screenprint; courtesy of the Taller De Serigrafia René Portocarrero, Havana.



Lowe Art Museum at UM
1301 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables
305-284-3535




George Balanchine's "The Nutcracker"
Friday – Sunday
December 14 – 16

Sugar Plum Fairies and Candy Canes dance on a holiday stage beneath a beautifully decorated Christmas tree that grows from 12 to 30 feet right before your eyes. Miami City Ballet's spectacular production of George Balanchine's The Nutcracker, a holiday classic, features a cast of more than 100 dancers, glorious sets and costumes, magical special effects, and Tchaikovsky's beautiful music. Performances are Fri at 7:30 p.m. and Sat and Sun at 2 and 7:30 p.m., and tickets range from $19.75 to $63. Tickets are also available through Ticketmaster. MCB performs The Nutcracker at Broward Center December 21 - 23.



Carnival Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
877-929-7010






Behind the Curtain Workshop
Saturday
December 15 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

PlayGround Theatre presents an interactive introduction to the inner-workings of theatre production. Learn about sets, lights, costumes, choreography, music, rehearsals - all the elements that make up a show. This workshop features "The Steadfast Tin Soldier," Hans Christian Andersen's original toy story. The workshop is limited to 30 persons. Snacks are served, and enrollment includes 2 tickets for the performance of your choice. The cost of the workshop is $70 p/p. The Steadfast Tin Soldier will be performed through December 23. Tickets for the show are $15.



Byron Carlyle Theatre
500 71st Street, Miami Beach
305-751-9550, Ext. 223




Wrapping Paper Workshop
Saturday
December 15 at 11 a.m.

Here's a timely workshop for adults and children alike. ArtCenter/South Florida is hosting this holiday-themed workshop in the Print Lab (Studio 103) where you'll learn how to use fun techniques to make your own holiday wrapping paper. Methods for printing, stamping, cutting and pasting wrapping paper and gift tags will be demonstrated. All supplies are included, and holiday refreshments will be served. Workshop cost is $15 for members and $25 for non-members. Children are welcome; the first child is free and each additional child is $5.



ArtCenter/South Florida
924 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
305-674-8278, Ext. 10 or 15




Hollywood ArtWalk
Saturday
December 15 at 7 p.m.

Join fellow art lovers this Saturday and every 3rd Saturday of the month ArtWalk in Historic Downtown Hollywood. Enjoy art, music, hors d'oeuvres and wine as you stroll through downtown and visit galleries & shops along the way. Pick up a map at Comfort Zone Studio to guide you to participating galleries & shops. On-street parking is available on Harrison Street, Hollywood Boulevard and 21st Avenue, and garage parking is located at Van Buren & 20th Avenue.



Begin at Comfort Zone Studio
2028 Harrison Street, Hollywood
954-921-3016






The Fantastic Symphony
Saturday
December 15 at 8 p.m.

New World Symphony, America's Orchestral Academy, presents The Fantastic Symphony. From Bizet's sultry temptations to Berlioz's lovelorn dreams, this French program brings a healthy serving of passion to your holiday season. "Carmen's" famous melodies will seduce you with their Spanish charm. Michael Tilson Thomas leads the celebrated sister piano duo Katia and Marielle Labèque in Poulenc's saucy, bluesy and sometimes racy romp through 1930s Paris. Berlioz's "Symphonie Fantastique" tells the story of the composer's unrequited love, one that devolves into a delightfully wicked celebration. Performed in the Knight Concert Hall, ticket costs are: $150, $99, $75, $50, $35.



Carnival Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Downtown Miami
305-673-3331




Pablo Cano's "Viva Vaudeville"
Saturday & Sunday
December 15 & 16

Featuring a delightful cast of Cano's life-size marionettes and rod puppets composed of found objects, "Viva Vaudeville" is inspired by popular theater performers of the early 1900s. The set recalls a sumptuous theater resplendent with a gold-fringed, red velvet curtain, and a glittering backdrop. The score mixes a selection from the artists' collection of recordings of popular songs of the 1920s and two original compositions performed by a live band. But best of all are the colorful performers: Busty Galore, Lady Mandolin, Lucifer Red Diablo, Kiki She Devil and others. Performances are 1 and 3 p.m. on Saturday and 2 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets are $10 for MOCA members, North Miami residents and employees; $15 for non-members; $3 for children under 12. Seating is limited so advance reservations and payment are required.



Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
770 N.E. 125th Street, North Miami
305-893-6211




Arts Ballet Theatre "The Nutcracker"
Saturday & Sunday
December 15 & 16

Arts Ballet Theatre, under the Artistic Direction of renowned Russian Ballet Master Vladimir Issaev, presents "The Nutcracker," a family holiday tradition. Principal dancer Yoshie Oshima, as the Sugarplum Fairy, and Andrey Konkin, as her Cavalier, are joined by soloists Sabrina Lord Linde, Alina Hernandez, Brian Ruiz , Gorky Flores, Mark Kudelya, Valerie Ackerman, Lara Garcia, Anna Ochoa, and Manuelita Navarro. Children and adults alike will be enchanted by this young company's dancing to Tchaikovsky's magical score. Performances are Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m., and tickets range from $12.50 to $35.



Julius Littman North Miami Beach Performing Arts Theater
17011 N.E. 19th Avenue, North Miami Beach
1-800-494-8497






Screening of "Tony Rome"
Sunday
December 16 at 2:30 p.m.

Miami Modern and Frank Sinatra were the embodiment of cool in the 60's when Sinatra and his Rat-Pack entourage filled the house at major hotels and clubs on Miami Beach. In "Tony Rome," Sinatra plays the wise-cracking, gambling Miami ex-con turned private eye as the film shows the seedy side of Miami along with the glitz. Jill St. John costars. "Tony Rome," 1967 (110 minutes). The film is free with admission to the Bass Museum of Art. Don't miss the current exhibition, "Promises of Paradise: Staging Mid-Century Miami."



Bass Museum of Art
2121 Park Avenue, Miami Beach
305-673-7530




Brazilian Voices' Winter Concert
Sunday
December 16 at 7 p.m.

Tradition is a token of the holiday season, and Brazilian Voices is keeping theirs by staging another warm and colorful concert. They will perform several songs from their Holiday CD that mixes Bossa Nova and samba notes with traditional holiday tunes. Joining the group for the very first time, the official "Brazilian Voices Kids" will perform seasonal favorites. This new addition to the already multi-talented and culturally rich ensemble is another example of a group's determination that through music and cultural exchange every day is a reason for celebration. Embrace the spirit of the season by bringing a contribution of clothes and shoes for kids ages 5 through 13 which will be distributed at an orphanage in Rio de Janeiro. Tickets are $20.



Hollywood Playhouse
2640 Washington Street, Hollywood
305-469-8395




Zukerman Chamber Players
Monday
December 17 at 8 p.m.

Three-time Grammy-winning violinist, conductor, and music director Pinchas Zukerman has teamed up with four protégés from Canada's National Arts Centre Orchestra - including his wife, cellist Amanda Forsyth - to form this acclaimed ensemble featuring a formidable mixture of youth and experience. The Zukerman Chamber Players are Pinchas Zukerman, Violin; Jessica Linnebach, Violin; Jethro Marks, Viola; Ashan Pillai, Viola; Amanda Forsyth, Cello; Joel Quarrington, Double Bass; Kimball Sykes, Clarinet; Christopher Millard, Basson; Lawrence Vine, Horn. Presented by Concert Association of Florida, the program includes Beethoven Eyeglass Duo in E flat Major and Beethoven Septet in E flat Major, Op. 20. Tickets range from $21 to $84.



Broward Center for the Performing Arts
Riverwalk A & E District, Fort Lauderdale
305-808-7446, Ext. 301 (Box Office)




Vernissage of Mapping the Digital
Tuesday
December 18 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Open Doors, a furniture and furnishings boutique, celebrates its Grand Opening in with an exhibition of 15 works by Reese Inman. Meet the artist, browse the new showroom and enjoy cocktails and hors d'oeuvres sponsored by Wine 69 and Moonchine Asian Bistro. Inman's approach to her work combines the hands-off exactitude of computer programming with hands-on disciplines of drawing and painting, merging technological precision with the irregularities of the human hand. RSVP please.



Open Doors
7300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
305-751-1023




Moz / Zakharov Art Exhibition
December 20 – 31

Finding inspiration from the art of Andy Warhol, images from old movies, 1960's icons and pin-up models, the French artist MOZ paints flawlessly beautiful people. Using wit and humor, his figures are juxtaposed with typography from instructional booklets and warning messages. Alexandre G. Zakharov's work is guided by an innate passion to create paintings and sculptures in an engaging almost primitive style. See the distinctive and exciting work of these contemporary artists through December 31. Opera Gallery is open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.



Opera Gallery at Bal Harbour Shops
9700 Collins Avenue, #218, Bal Harbour
305-868-3337




Absinthe @ SPIEGELWORLD
Beginning Thursday
December 20

Miami Beach is about to welcome SPIEGELWORLD, its newest and most colorful tourist destination. You'll see it going up at Collins Park - the elaborate 350-seat Spiegeltent, an opulent venue of canvas, cut glass, teak, mirrors and billowing velvet and brocade. Beginning December 20 it will be the home of "Absinthe," a sultry circus that mixes skill, erotic innuendo and zaniness into a spectacle that will make you gasp. Add to this onsite dining at The Raleigh Oasis Restaurant and after-show dancing under the stars. And January 4 the Gazillionaire's Late Nite Lounge debuts, plus an incredible line-up of acts from around the world, DJ dance parties, and more!



Collins Park
Collins Avenue and 22nd Street, Miami Beach
305-358-5885

This weekend: THU: "Mapping Stem Cell Research", FRI: WARHOL's "Vinyl", SAT-MON: Puerto Rican FF preview, at MBC!‏

THU: Independent LENS: Mapping Stem Cell Research
FRI: "Experiments of Andy WARHOL": Vinyl
SAT-MON: Preview of the Puerto Rican Film Fest of MB!

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 on-going film festival where you don't just watch films, you experience them!
512 Española Way at Plaza de España (305) 67-FILMS (673-4567) www.MBCINEMA.com





13 THU 8:30pm: Independent LENS 2007-2008

Florida exclusive previews of award winning documentaries

before they air on PBS...Presented with HANDS ON MIAMI



Mapping Stem Cell Research: Terra Incognita

(Maria Finitzo/2007)

Some consider stem cell research the Holy

Grail of regenerative medicine. Others view the idea as morally wrong. But

what would you do if your child became paralyzed from the waist down and you

had access to the research that might allow them to walk again one day? These

are questions our society continues to grapple with. Follow a respected neurologist

into the unknown territory of stem cell research.

WINNER: “The Gold Hugo” and Award of Excellence Chicago Int’l Film Festival

Sundance Institute and Christopher Reeve Paralysis Fund grants

for excellence in documentary filmmaking

Complimentary Screening (donations always welcome!)



14 FRI 8:30pm:

“The Experiments of Andy WARHOL”

From the collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

MBC offers opportunities to see rare official screenings...

The legacy of Andy Warhol has been a centerpiece of our exposure to American pop

culture for decades, however, his work in the medium of film is less known and rarely

available for public view. In the early 1970’s Warhol withdrew his films from authorized

distribution, so the prolific five year period of his experimental work in film (1963-1967)

is less famous than his silk-screens and works in other disciplines. Thanks to the safe-

keeping by the Museum of Modern Art in New York of the Andy Warhol Foundation donation

of the original 16mm film elements, and the transfer to digital by the Andy Warhol Museum,

Pittsburgh, with the retention of the original sixteen frames per second running speeds of the

earliest silent works, the films are making a world tour in select museums and cinematheques.



Vinyl (Andy Warhol/1965)

16mm film transferred to digital files (dvd)

Black and white, sound, 67 minutes

Collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.

With Gerard Malanga, J.D. MacDermott, and “extras” Ondine and Edie Sedgwick

Music by Velvet Underground

The first Warhol film to be based (very loosely) on a novel, $3000 was forked over

to have the rights to use Anthony Burgess’s “Clockwork Orange” as a platform,

years before the Kubrick version. Vinyl is a featurette with two continuous 33 minute

reels roughly based on the bad boy Alex character. With several other 1965 featurettes,

it introduced and set the stardom of Edie Sedgwick, Gerard Malanga, and other budding

"superstars”. It is also the most dramatic and “painterly” of the featurettes, a chiaroscuro

set piece in a claustrophobic space, allowing simple gestures to be magnified.

No-where to run, no-where to hide... “the Gerard Malanga whip dance”





A PREVIEW of the upcoming

Puerto Rican Film Festival of Miami Beach

Presented with Latin Cinema Showcase

PUERTO RICO—films based on true stories

A Female Puerto Rican Filmmaker's Perspective

The films of FLORA PEREZ-GARAY

15 SAT, 8:30pm: Bala Perdida (Stray Bullet)

In Spanish with English subtitles.



Written by: Flora Pérez- Garay Directed by: Raul Marchand Sanchez (2003)

With Marisol Calero, Sharon Riley, Danny Rivera, Rey Pascual

Two youths are filled with musical talents and dreams and hopes for the

future. They practice diligently for the upcoming Christmas concert.

Their innocence, zeal for life, and friendship are overshadowed by the social

and economic issues of Puerto Rico. Bala Perdida, based on a true story,

will leave a chilling feeling in your bones with a tragic conclusion.



16 SUN, 8:30pm: El Cuerpo Del Delito

(Body of Evidence) In Spanish with English subtitles.



Written by: Flora Pérez- Garay Directed by: Raul Marchand Sanchez (2005)

With Marisol Calero, Sharon Riley, Danny Rivera, Rey Pascual

El Cuerpo Del Delito is the shocking and compelling true story of two women.

Together united by destiny and tragedy they find strength in each other to reach

their purpose of catching the criminals who committed the brutal crimes.

Their story presents the extremes to which a violent lover is capable of reaching

when rejected.



17 MON, 8:30pm: Fuego en Alma (Fire in the Soul)

In Spanish with English subtitles.



Written by: Flora Pérez- Garay Directed by: Abdiel Colberg

With Hijo Braulio Castillo, Idalia Perez Gary, Rey Pascual, Julian Gil

Reflecting the closeness of Puerto-Ricans in New York with those on

the island, three stories among couples are set on the island and combined

to cast emotions of passion, jealousy, doubt and infidelity- couples that are

burned by sudden and unexpected feelings and are pushed to make the decision

that will change their lives, forever influenced by the events of September 11.






21 FRI 8:30pm:

“The Experiments of Andy WARHOL”

From the collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

MBC offers opportunities to see rare official screenings...

The Nude Restaurant (Andy Warhol/1967)

16mm film transferred to digital files (dvd)

Color, sound, 99 minutes

Collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.

With Viva, Billy Name, Allen Midgette, Electro Banana, Taylor Mead,

Ingrid Superstar, Jullian Burroughs, Rod LaRod

The restaurant Max’s Kansas City was the most frequented place of the day in

New York City for the culturati, celebrities, and the glitterati that surrounded them,

with everyone from Dali, Duchamp, and Tennessee Williams, to Jim Morrison

dropping in. So in October of 1967, at the finale of the “Summer of Love”, with

Vietnam on the minds of even the most jaded Warhol “superstars” a group was

filmed on location at the restaurant, nick-named appropriately “The Mad Hatter”.

Highlighted by a rambling monologue by Viva, the “Jane Fonda of Alternative

Cinema”, it is a time capsule document of the period and the phenomena of

sexploitation amidst puritan Americana.





22 SAT 8:30pm: Cannes Palm d’Or 2006:

The Wind That Shakes The Barley (Ken Loach/UK/2006)



With Cillian Murphy, Padriac Delaney, Liam Cunningham

One of the United Kingdom’s best and fiercely independent realist filmmakers,

Ken Loach, who has relentlessly and continuously brought the plights of the

contemporary working English, Scottish, and Irish to our attention, brings us

a mesmerizing account of one of the pivotal roots to their story, and finally wins

the Cannes Film Festival’s main prize, the Palm d’Or, in doing so. Ireland 1920:

workers from field and country unite to form volunteer guerilla armies to face

the ruthless “Black and Tan” squads that are being shipped from Britain to block

Ireland’s bid for independence. But despite the apparent victory, civil war erupts

and families who fought side by side, find themselves pitted against one another

as sworn enemies, putting their loyalties to the ultimate test.

WINNER: Palm d’Or Cannes Film Festival

Irish Film and Television Awards Best Film, Audience Award

European Film Awards Best Cinematography





28 FRI 8:30pm:

“The Experiments of Andy WARHOL”

From the collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

MBC offers opportunities to see rare official screenings...




photo:

Andy Warhol

Lonesome Cowboys, 1967-68

16mm film, color, sound, 109 minutes

© 2007 The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh, PA,

a museum of Carnegie Institute. All rights reserved.

Lonesome Cowboys (Andy Warhol/1967-68)

16mm film transferred to digital files (dvd)

Color, sound, 109 minutes

Collection of The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh

Contribution The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc.

With Joe Dallesandro, Viva, Taylor Mead, Louis Waldon, Julian Burroughs

The original gay cowboy movie was one of the first Warhol attempts at a

commercial distribution, running for months in art houses in Los Angeles and

San Francisco. Lonesome Cowboys was the beginning of a new direction,

helmed by Paul Morrissey, who had been the manager of the Warhol “empire”

and “factory”. Originally conceived as a western version of Romeo and Juliet

(“Ramona and Julian”), it was filmed on location in Arizona, where the locals

were shocked and confused by the notorious filmmakers and cast.

"Get Ultra Violet for the part! I QUIT!"—Viva

WINNER: Best Film San Francisco Film Festival





29 SAT 9pm: "Cine-IMPROV" is back!

A LIVE Comedic Jam served with cinema on the side!



Miami’s hottest improv actors Michael Murray and Sasha Weisfeld

welcome some of South Florida’s best improvisers... to perform unscripted

theater based on your suggestions, in the art of “long form improv," rather

than the typical comedy you see at the clubs and on TV. Including film dubbing,

the "Armando Diaz Experience," and a live improvised "movie" based on the

life experiences of one of our audience members, with stylistic parody, edits,

comedic characters, and other scenic devices. Also featuring a special

improvised musical interlude" by the incomparable Sasha Weisfeld!

This month’s theme: WARHOL!





30 SUN 8pm: “DOCUSPAIN”

Award winning, provocative documentaries in Spanish,

produced with Spanish support...once a month at MBC!

Presented by MAHOU, and PRAGDA Barcelona/New York,

with support from the Embassy of Spain, the Spain Foreign Cultural

Corporation, the International Documentary Association,

and Tapas y Tintos restaurant.

Balseros (Charles Bosch and Joseph M. Domenech/Spain/2002)

In summer 1994,

more than 50,000 Cubans took to the sea in a motley array of rafts and

floating junk in an attempt to reach the Florida shores. Shot with an

intense sense of both immediacy and intimacy, Balseros dives in to the

difficulties of pursuing the ’American Dream’.



Every DOCUSPAIN film will be followed by an afterparty at Tapas y Tintos,

featuring LIVE Flamenco, complimentary tapas and MAHOU beer for filmgoers!





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
512 Española Way at Plaza de España (305) 67-FILMS (673-4567) www.MBCINEMA.com



Ordinary

movies?

NEVER!



FILMS: $10 or $6 MBC Members & Students

"Independent LENS" complimentary

"Cine-IMPROV" $12 and $10 MBC Members and Students

Doors open 1/2 hour before screenings



COMING SOON!

A followup to Francis Ford Coppola's Miami Beach visit...

MBC invites you to a complimentary screening of:

Youth Without Youth, his latest film!

Tuesday, January 08, at the Colony Theater. Limited seats available.

Tickets must be picked up at any MBC screening, starting date TBA!