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Connecting City Officials with Citizens Want to chat with a city official? Swing by a “Café Conversation” By: Kim Hutchinson KimberlyHutchinson1@gmail.com
What are you doing Wednesday, March 7, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.? If you don’t have anything on your calendar, make plans to go to the Little Haiti Caribbean Marketplace at 212 NE 59th Terrace. It’s where City of Miami residents can meet face-to-face with City officials and administrators to talk about issues of concern. These are “Café Conversa-
tions,” developed out t he n m a ke u p t he city’s Strategic Plan of the City of Miami City Manager’s Offor the approximate fice and are “a part next few years. “Our of a larger effort survey yields what to increase public is called an “Imporengagement,” said tant Satisfaction” C h e r i e n e F l o yd , matrix that tells us Strategic Planning & Cheriene Floyd which services are Performance Manager. of top importance to residents Each year, the City of Mi- and where residents are least ami issues a survey to ensure satisfied,” said Floyd. “Up unthe City’s priorities match resi- til a few years ago, only focus dents’ needs and desires, which Continued on page 8
Cafe Conversations at El Cristo. [Photo courtesy of Office of Communications, City of Miami]
March 3 in Fort Lauderdale:
Throngs of Art Enthusiasts Expected at Las Olas Art Fair’s 30th Anniversary By: Susan Alvarez susaalvare@aol.com
Coral Gables' Bike Day bike day event is expected to draw 2,000 participants. [Photo courtesy of Bike Walk Coral Gables]
Bike Day on March 25 Promotes Alternative Mode of Transportation By: Susan Alvarez susaalvare@aol.com
When it comes to promoting cycling and safe walking as forms of transportation and recreation, The City Beautiful continues to take the lead again with its upcoming Bike Day event. According to Founding Chairman, Robert Ruano, that is the mission of non-profit Bike Walk Coral Gables, (BWCG), along with the goal of increasing public awareness of cycling and walking safety, promoting cycling and walking as forms of everyday transportation, and publicizing, through events and public campaigns, the advancement of infrastructure that supports all road users. “The organization grew from a cycling
committee, formed in 2010 by former Gables Commissioner Ralph Cabrera. After almost a year of meetings, the group decided that in order to get anyone’s attention, we had to do something impactful – and Gables Bike Day was born. The annual event is modeled after Colombia’s Cyclovia, although admittedly on a much smaller scale. Our version is a free all day cycling festival, to be held this year on Sunday March 25th in front of Coral Gables City Hall from noon to 4 pm. We will be conducting hourly bike tours, activating a kid’s biking area, providing bike safety training, presenting community groups, exercise activities, food trucks, and more,” says Ruano. Continued on page 15
You can say the folks over at Howard Alan Events know a thing or two about putting on an art fair, with an impressive 30 years of experience under their belts and crowd draws of 10 to 15 thousand per event! Presented by Howard Alan Events, the nation’s top art festival producer, the Las Olas Art Fair presents stunning works from across the globe in a prestigious show encompassing fine jewelry, exquisite works of art and hand-crafted apparel and decor. Demand by both artists and patrons led Howard Alan Events to expand the showcase across multiple months, with different artists attending each event. As the show’s publicist, Elizabeth Dashiell, describes: “You'll find a vast array of artistic media including paintings, sculptures, photography, ceramics, glass, wood, handmade jewelry, collage, and mixed media. The free, outdoor pet-friendly event features a fully vetted, juried selection of fine art. Considered one of the country’s signature art fairs and an annual tradition in South Florida, the Las Olas Art Fair also offers the opportunity to meet with the artists, ask about techniques, commission a specific piece and dis-
cover the inspiration behind each magnificent creation.” We caught up with Howard Alan himself who was excited about celebrating the show’s 30th anniversary and shared with us a bit of its history. “Originally, the Museum of Art ran a show called the Las Olas Art Festival, 31 years ago, and they left the street festival to do their own show. So prior to that, 30 years ago, I was running a show; I felt like I was a kid then, 30 something odd years ago,” he laughs. “We ran a sidewalk show where we Continued on page 17
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Miami Zoning and Land Use Law Firm Bercow Radell Fernandez & Larkin Names Tom Robertson Partner
Editor-in-Chief / Publisher Yara Zakharia, Esq. (The Roads/ Key Biscayne, FL) English Language Columnists Susan Alvarez (Miami, FL) Elizabeth Halle (Miami, FL) Kim Hutchinson (Gillette, Wyoming) Elizabeth Kobak (Miami, FL / Long Island, NY) Spanish Language Editor Saida Santana (Canary Islands / Madrid, Spain) Spanish Language Columnists Saida Santana (Canary Islands / Madrid, Spain) Guest Columnists Mayra Dominguez (Coral Gables, FL) Robert Elias, Esq. (Miami, FL) Patricia Madueno (Key Biscayne, FL / Lima, Peru) Aphrodette North (Roanoke, VA) Logo Concept Yara Zakharia, Esq. Evelyn Pacheco, PhD (York, South Carolina)
Award-winning M ia m i bout ique land use and zoning law firm Bercow Radell Fernandez & Larkin is pleased to announce that Tom Rober tson has been promoted to Partner. Robertson, a former Miami-Dade County attorney, joined the firm Tom Robertson, Partner [Photo in 2015 as Senior courtesy of Lisa Treister] Counsel. He served the County for 30 years, practicing in the areas of Environmental Law, Zoning, Real Estate Finance and Liens, Personal Injury, Contracts, and general governmental law. In each of these areas, he was active in litigation, including many jury and non-jury trials. He was the general counsel to the Solid Waste Department, Department of Environmental Resources Management and also served as the Section Chief for the Environmental and Zoning Enforcement Section. He handled cases in both the Federal and State Courts and also handled appeals in both the Federal and State appellate courts, including cases in the Florida Supreme Court. Robertson is an AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5-rated attorney by Martindale & Hubbell and is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates. He is Board Certified in City, County and Local Government Law. For the firm, he focuses his practice on land use, environmental law, and litigation related to those fields.
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PEOPLE en Español announces an inspiring and innovative agenda for its 5th annual Poderosas ¡Live! focusing on business and career development for women at every life stage. In celebration of Women’s History Month, the free empowerment event is open to the community and will take place on March 17 (10:30 am to 6:00 pm) at the Graham Center on the Modesto Maidique campus of Florida International University. Hosted by Latina media maven, Rashel Díaz, Poderosas ¡Live! will provide access to experts, panels and workshops in the areas of finance, human resources, leadership, health and entrepreneurship, as well as one-on-one consultations on how to update your resume for maximum impact and results. Attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in makeovers and hear from some of today’s most inspiring celebrities, authors and influencers. In addition, the U.S. Department of Commerce Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) will host how-to workshops on making the leap to entrepreneurship and running your own business. “With the modern women’s movement gaining momentum across the nation, PEOPLE en Español remains at the forefront of creating content that is inspiring conversations across all platforms,” said Monique Manso, PEOPLE en Español Vice-President/Brand Sales Director. “With Poderosas ¡Live!, our goals are to spotlight influential women whose remarkable stories of achievement have bolstered the Latino community and to give young women an opportunity to engage with them and be empowered.” Workshop topics offered at Poderosas ¡Live! will spark dialogue on a variety of issues from the Latina perspective, including how today’s media portrays Latinas and ideals of Latina beauty, as well as feminism and personal finance and career success. To register for Poderosas ¡Live!, visit Poderosas. PeopleEnEspanol.com
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Contemplating Career Change? By: Patricia Madueno pmadueno@transitionpartnerscc.com
In my occupation of coach, I have numerous opportunities to assist clients facing life and work transitions: career shifts, loss of employment, restructuring, or retirement, among others. Aside from the economic challenge that such changes pose, clients face the painful process of losing the core of their identity. Overnight, they cease being the CEO, CFO, Vice President, General Manager, etc. and shortly after, find out that notwithstanding the many years of being reflexively recognized as such, they have lost their prestigious position and with it, their identity. As with all losses, it is very hard to let go of the attachment, in this case, to their “persona”. Despite its high demands in time and effort, the status quo has also brought a sense of worth, security and status. How many times have we heard the phrase “you are not what you do”? And yet, it is difficult to accept that premise in the world we live in, where success and productivity are glorified. Here, we are defined by what we do, and that’s because of our excessive dedication to do more, produce more, and be more. In the task, we lose track of our lives and sense of self. Most successful people love their work; I do too. We all acknowledge that there is a tempting mix of pleasurable feelings when we are seduced by
the potential of success. For some, this behavior is so pronounced that they find it difficult to savor moments of pleasure and leisure, without subconsciously experiencing guilt. The need to be connected to work 24/7 allows us to justify conduct that was not deemed normal a few years ago, such as dedicating hours to work when on a family vacation or setting up a conference call while attending a dinner party. When some lose their job, they try to promptly seek out a position that will offer them a similar or better identity. Often, they accept positions for the uncertainty they avoid more than for the fit they have with their interests. Fak-
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ing or maintaining an identity that is not aligned with their values, is not only hard; sooner than later, it will appear phony. Others willfully or otherwise need to forge a new identity for themselves and engage in a long and arduous process that requires courage and determination. Living without the suit that fit us so comfortably is a painful act. And then comes the question, “What is my new identity? How could I define myself now?” Probably the right question to ask ought to be “What is my real identity?” It will start emerging when you begin examining with an open heart and
soul your other human dimensions that are not part of your professional profile: What are the things that bring you joy? What do you enjoy doing and sharing? What are your passions? Where do you focus your energy? And so on… It’s a process of discovering, understanding and connecting with your authentic self. What would happen if the quest for our true identity were continual and not limited to extreme cases where we seek it out in a state of fear and discouragement? Let us ponder how we can start reevaluating the importance of the identity that our work provides us. Rather than placing our career as the focal point, we should accord it the right place and space among all the other aspects of our lives that are meaningful to us. Wrapping our identity only with what we do will leave us empty-handed when our job ends or our profession comes to a halt.
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Private Loans on the Rise By: Robert Elias, Esq. Robert@INYBN.com
If you have purchased or otherwise been involved in real estate, you may have encountered the term “Private Lender.” Such lenders (sometimes known as “hard money lenders”) make short-term loans (typically 12-24 months in duration but can be extended) which are secured by any type of real estate (residential, commercial, land, etc). The loans are funded by private investors as opposed to conventional or institutional lenders such as banks or credit unions. Private lending is increasingly popular in South Florida for a number of reasons and will likely continue to grow. This article will touch on the basics of private loans and the circumstances under which they can be an advantageous alternative to traditional financing. Private lenders are primarily concerned with the value of the collateral property rather than the borrower’s credit, income and/or job history. For instance, borrowers who are unable
to obtain conventional financing due to a recent foreclosure, short sale, or job loss may still be able to obtain a private loan if there is sufficient “equity” in the property that is being offered as collateral. The loan amount is generally determined by calculating the ratio of requested loan amount and dividing it by the value of property. This is known as the loan to value ratio (“LTV”). By and large, private lenders will lend in a range up to 65%70% of the LTV. Some private lenders may also consider the borrower’s plan for the property. As such, the borrower should be prepared to present a reasonable plan that demonstrates how they intend to ultimately re-pay the loan. Such plans typically focus on improving the property, “flipping” the property (i.e. re-selling the property), and/or procuring long-term financing when appropriate. Private loans generally require monthly payments of interest only with a balloon payment at the end of the term of the loan. Actual interest rates vary based on the lender, property, and situation but are typically
in the 8% to 14% range. The loan origination fees (sometimes called “points”) can range from 1% to 5% of the loan amount. Since private loans carry high interest rates and loan origination fees, they are not appropriate for every circumstance. For instance, a borrower with good credit/income/ employment history purchasing a primary residence, with no prior foreclosure/short sale issues, should pursue conventional financing at a bank, credit union or other institutional mortgage lender which would be at lower interest rates, provided there is not a significant urgency to close. Many real estate investors utilize private or hard loans based on the ability of the lender to fund loans quickly. If title to the collateral property is clean, such loans can be funded within a week and sometimes earlier. The ability to close quickly gives investors a distinct advantage in tight real estate markets. Conventional/institutional loans, on the other hand, can take 30-45 days or longer to fund. Other typical situations for private lending include land loans (which generate no income), “fix and flips” (where the high interest rate does not deter the borrower, as it is a short term hold), and construction loans (which the
borrower can refinance into permanent conventional loans once construction is complete). Based on the foregoing, there are certainly specific circumstances that may justify the higher interest rates and lender origination fees associated with private or hard money loans when conventional/institutional financing is either not available and/or not practical.
THE ELIAS LAW FIRM CAN HELP If you need assistance with a private loan, feel free to contact The Elias Law Firm at 305-823-2300, via email at relias@eliaslaw.net, or visit us on the web at www.eliaslaw.net. Robert Elias, Esq Robert Elias, Esq is the Managing Principal of a local boutique transactional law firm specializing in real estate (residential and commercial), banking, corporate, and estate planning/asset protection. Mr. Elias serves on the Board of Directors of Apollo Bank and is active in a variety of civic and charitable endeavors throughout South Florida. www.eliaslaw.net.
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Miami-Dade County Youth Fair & Exposition Drives Guest Experience with Updated Parking Tram Service Parking trams will be one of the new experiences and improved services that guests will find this year at the Miami-Dade County Youth Fair & Exposition, which opens March 15. “We are excited to announce new custom parking trams to increase our fair guests’ experience. Along with the activities, shows and concerts that are free with entry to The Youth Fair, we will provide an updated tram service that will run like a Swiss clock to quickly and safely transport our guests to the Fairgrounds,” said Robert Hohenstein, president and CEO. The tram service will operate continuously and uninterrupted from the moment the parking lots open until the last guests need transportation to their vehicles in the evening. The fee for parking is $10. Parking tickets will be sold for half price when purchased online before March 14. Guests can buy up to three discounted parking tickets at a time through The Youth Fair website at www.fairexpo.com. The 2018 Youth Fair dates are March 15-April 8, except for MondayTuesday, March 19-20 and April 2-3, when gates are closed. Tram stop locations throughout Tamiami Park will be designated with signs and enhanced lighting. In addition, portable restrooms will be set up at each tram stop for the convenience of guests. For the first time, striping of the parking areas within Tamiami Park will allow for faster, easier and more efficient guest parking. “A focus this year was to expedite the parking so that our guests have more time to enjoy their favorite rides, food and other Youth Fair activities,” Hohenstein said. Photo ID: The new yellow and blue parking lot trams at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition are ADA compliant with wheelchair access.
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AEA Miami unveiled 2018 gala theme at its General Meeting
Blanca Quevedo Denis, Director; Julia Davidson Monica Retchin, Director; Maria Luisa Gonzalez. [Photos courtesy of AEA Miami]
Carla Ligia Erraez, Director; Javier Flores and Nicolas Flores; Aromas del Peru; Violeta Cepeda, AEA Miami President; and Patricia Scerpella AEA Miami VP.
George Denis, AEA Sponsor; Violeta Cepeda, President; Blanca Denis, Director; Nayfe Santoya Faillace.
Carmen Rosa Amoros, Carolina Friedhoff, Violeta Cepeda, Carla Ligia Erraez, Gaby Miani, Marisol Gomez, Sarah Gillet Couto, Maria Sanchez de Varona and Patricia Scerpella.
Violeta Cepeda, AEA Miami President and Cecilia Jelinek, daughter of Dorita de las Casas, AEA Miami Founding President.
Carla Ligia Erraez, Patricia Scerpella, Monica Retchin, Carmen Rosa Amoros, Violeta Cepeda, Sonia Aguayo, Marisol Gomez, Gaby Miani.
The Miami Chapter of Asociación Emergencia Ayacucho (AEA), a nonprofit organization benefitting orphan and abandoned children in Ayacucho, Peru, recently hosted its General Meeting in February to unveil its annual fundraiser gala “A Night in Tropicana” on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at the Coral Gables Country Club (997 N. Greenway Dr., Coral Gables, FL 33134). More information on the gala is available at www. AEAMiami.com/2018TropicanaGala. Hosted at the home of Javier and Caridad Rodriguez in Kendall, the General Meeting drew more than 50 AEA Mi-
ami members and friends who learned about the organization’s achievements in 2017 and about upcoming opportunities to support its mission in 2018. Opportunities include donations to help much-needed home repairs for the orphan homes it supports in Ayacucho, participation at the upcoming Peru Gourmet hosted by the Peruvian American Chamber of Commerce, the 2018 Gala A Night in Tropicana, and an annual trip to visit the orphan and youth homes in Ayacucho. At the General Meeting, AEA members and Godparents (an AEA program
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that allows friends of AEA to sponsor a child in Ayacucho) enjoyed an exquisite food demonstration and tasting by Peruvian Chef and Restaurateur Javier Flores from Aromas del Peru. Chef Flores’ demonstration explained the various influences behind Peruvian cuisine that includes cuisine from Japan, China and Italy. He prepared a classic Peruvian fish ceviche and demonstrated different variations of ceviche based on the influence of other international cuisines. The General Meeting also announced AEA Miami’s new board of directors and Gala Chairs. AEA Miami is led by
its President Violeta Cepeda (Past VicePresident), Vice President Patricia Scerpella (Past President), Co-Secretaries Geraldine Araneta and Gabriela Miani, Treasurer Yolanda Valls and Directors: Sonia Aguayo, Carmen Rosa Amorós (Past President), Sarah Couto, Blanca Denis, Carla Ligia Erraez, Carolina Friedhoff, Marisol Gomez, (Past President), Adriana Muinos, Maricarmen Patron, Monica Retchin, Maria Sanchez de Varona and Carmen Tower. AEA Miami 2018 Gala Chairs are: Blanca Denis, Marisol Gomez, Monica Retchin and Adriana Muinos.
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THE NE W FRO NTIER
Connecting City Officials with Citizens able connecting and stating concerns without being contentious,” explained Floyd. groups were held around the “The objective of each meetsurvey results, with the idea to up is to connect with the comdig deeper into residents’ conmunity to form a long term cerns. In the focus groups, we plan, so we are looking for were hearing that our residents certain critical mass around didn’t feel confident about the suggestions and issues of conlevel of civic engagement they Ines Mato cern identified in the survey. currently had, and our survey results showed that they had somewhat But a lot of times residents don’t distinguish between what we are looking for of a lack of trust in government.” Café Conversations began in 2016 — which is posted throughout the gathto serve two purposes: to follow up the ering — and what they are asking about. annual survey with face-to-face gather- Like for example, if a specific code issue ings with residents in an ongoing effort comes up, and a representative of that deto continue to build and maintain trust partment is not at the particular meet up, and to provide residents frequent, easy we take the concern directly to our Code opportunities to voice concerns directly Compliance Department to look into.” to City of Miami officials. With each Café Conversation, Floyd and Ines Mato, Strategic Planning & Performance Analyst, use an open forum format. “Different City of Miami experts and administrators join us with each meetup,” said Matos. “We have City employees from Public Works, Transportation, Planning, Zoning, Communications... there is really a mix of departments represented that come and attend this meeting so they can respond to resident’s questions or concerns.” “The idea behind taking these conver- Photo courtesy of Office of Communications, sations into coffee house is it’s an easy City of Miami environment where people feel comfortHeld monthly in communities throughContinued from page 1
Kim Hutchinson A fourth generation Floridian, Kim Hutchinson is Founder/President of KTH Communication Solutions specializing in public relations, marketing and social media. She has an MBA from FIU’s Chapman School of Business and a Bachelor of Science from its School of Journalism and Mass Communications. Prior to opening her own firm, Kim worked for over two decades at the famed luxury 7,000 acre Casa de Campo resort in the Dominican Republic as the Director of Marketing and Public Relations.
out the City on Wednesday evenings, these Café Conversations seem, to date, to be well received. “People are used to only having regular government meetings at City Hall or in a government building, and when they get to go to a Café and have Cuban coffee or coffee and a pastry with public administrators talking to them in a friendly environment, they seem to really like and appreciate the opportunity to provide feedback in this informal setting,” said Matos. “They always seem to be happy to be in an atmosphere that allows them to talk about City issues in a construc-
City department managers talk with citizens at Cafe Conversations about issues of concern. [Photo courtesy of Office of Communications, City of Miami]
L to r: Ines Mato and Cheriene Floyd, Strategic Planning & Performance Manager. [Photo courtesy of Office of Communications, City of Miami]
tive, relaxed way.” Floyd further elaborated, “I think the perception is that local government does not want to work with residents and that we are hard to get to, but our Café Conversations are all about making it easier for residents to engage. We want to create a culture of embracing feedback. We are a team of two and have only been at this for a few years, but I feel we are making great progress in creating a dialogue with our residents and they seem happier communicating with us as well.” If you would like to look at the Resident Survey and past Strategic Plan and City Performance Measures, visit the Strategic Planning & Performance Website at www.miamigov.com/strategicplanning.
Upcoming Events: • Wednesday, March 7th, 6–8 p.m. Little Haiti Caribbean Marketplace 212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami, FL 33137 • Wednesday, April 4th, 6–8 p.m. El Cristo Restaurant 1543 SW 8th St., Miami, FL 33135 6-8 p.m. Future dates for Café Conversations (locations to be announced) • Wednesday, May 2nd • Wednesday, June 6th • Thursday, July 5th • Wednesday, August 1st
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OUT ON THE TOWN Guests at receptions for Israel Guevara, whose “Concept + Geometry” exhibition will be on display at ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries in downtown Coral Gables through March. A public reception for the final month of the show will take place from 6-10 p.m. Friday, March 2nd during Gables Gallery Night. Guevara’s visually arresting geometric abstractions soon will have a monumental presence in downtown Orlando, where the former architect has a series of eleven four-story-tall panels being installed in late February around the perimeter of Cititower,
a new high-rise on the shore of Lake Eola. The interior of the luxury apartment building also will feature a number of Guevara’s mural-sized works in its expansive public spaces. Originally from Venezuela, home of such celebrated geometric abstractionists as Jesús Rafael Soto, Carlos Cruz-Diez, and Gego, among others, Guevara has exhibited in such important venues as the Museum of Geometric and MADI Art in Dallas, the Frost Museum of Art in Miami, and the University of Connecticut.
Capt. Dale Perez, Virginia Miller, and Jill Beach.
Mai Yap, Israel Guevara, and Virginia Miller.
Michell Mandler, Virginia Miller, Cincy Munro, and Brett Stevenson.
Virginia Miller, Lupe Mann, and Gloria Starr.
Robert Catasus, Armando Droulens, Virginia Miller, and Israel Guevara.
Virginia Miller, Jill Loewen, and Ellen Dyer.
APRIL 8 ®
Broadway Concert Series
Max von Essen recently finished a Broadway run of An American in Paris as Henri Baurel, a role which earned him a Tony® Award nomination for best featured actor. He previously appeared in the revival of Evita as Agustin Magaldi, the first revival of Les Miserables as Enjolras, Dance of the Vampires as Alfred, the closing company of the original Les Miserables, and the first revival of Jesus Chris Superstar.
TICKETS at aventuracenter.org Box Office 877.311.7469 aventuracenter Groups 954.660.6307 All programs , artists, dates and times are subject to change.
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New Chairman and Chair Elect Parkinson’s Foundation of the Coral Gables South Palm Beach County Community Foundation Chapter to Host Annual Leo Geller Golf Tournament Celebrating 20 Years on March 26 at Boca Rio Golf Club Who/What:
Parkinson’s Foundation South Palm Beach County Chapter will host its Annual Leo Geller Golf Tournament Celebrating 20 Years at Boca Rio Gulf Club on Monday, March 26. Guests will begin the day with lunch before hitting the links with a shotgun start. Caddy is included per foursome at no additional cost. The day will end at the 19th hole with a raffle, awards and lavish cocktail reception. This year’s honorary chairperson is Leo Geller and the co-chairs are Paul Kelly, Ciaran Swords and Jim McClung.
Jack Lowell, Chairman [Photos courtesy of Katherine Dagand]
When:
Monday, March 26, 2018 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Where:
Boca Rio Golf Club 22041 Boca Rio Rd Boca Raton, FL 33433
Cost:
Individual players: $300 Foursomes: $1,200 Tee Signs: $400 each – Deadline is March 10, 2018 19th Hole Awards & Cocktail Reception Guest: $125 at 5 p.m. Sponsorships are available starting at $3,000
How:
To purchase tickets or sponsorships, visit http://parkinson.org/southpalmbeachcounty, call (561) 962-1702 or email rmilller@parkinson.org. Must register before March 10, 2018.
You’re Invited to
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REGISTRATION/VALET BAG CHECK IN /RAFFLE TICKET PURCHASE LUNCH SHOTGUN START CADDY INCLUDED PER FOURSOME AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE
AWARDS & LAVISH COCKTAIL RECEPTION
561.962.1702 • rmiller@parkinson.org 21301 Powerline Rd, Suite. 303 Boca Raton, FL 33433
Laura Russo, Chair Elect [Photos courtesy of Katherine Dagand]
The Coral Gables Community Foundation is pleased to welcome Jack Lowell as the Chairman and Laura Russo as the Chair Elect of the Coral Gables Community Foundation Board of Directors. Jack Lowell is the Executive Vice President of Colliers International South Florida. A graduate of Harvard University, Jack is a Past Chairman of The Beacon Council and the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. Jack has also been active on the boards of WPBT Channel 2, Teach for America, the Salvation Army and United-Way of Miami-Dade. He has served on the Foundation’s Board of Directors for four years. Jack and his wife Natasha live in Coral Gables. Born and raised in Coral Gables, Laura Russo runs her own law firm, Laura L. Russo, Esq. specializing in land use and zoning. Laura is a double graduate of the University of Miami where she received her Law Degree. For the last three years, she has been an active Foundation Board Member serving on the Gala and Endowment Committees. Laura has also served as Past President of the Coral Gables Bar Association, the Attorney’s Title Insurance Advisory Board, was Special MasterCode Enforcement for the City of Coral Gables from 2005-2010 and served on the Board of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce from 2010-2015. For more information, please visit www.gablesfoundation.org.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade to Host 51st Annual Golf Classic in Memory of Charles “Bebe” Rebozo on March 19 Event Proceeds to Benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s Youth Development Programs
Christopher Arocha, Charles Arocha, Juan Trecastro and Armando Vasquez. [Photo courtesy of Gaby Provenzano]
Jack Downey, Ben Walker, Kevin Cote and David Downey. [Photo courtesy of Gaby Provenzano]
Rudy Gonzalez, Rick Martin, Leo Lopez and Anthony Lopez. [Photo courtesy of Gaby Provenzano]
Ten Celebrities/Athletes to Play in the Tournament Who/What:
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade is hosting its 51st Annual Golf Classic in Memory of Charles “Bebe” Rebozo on Monday, March 19. The tournament offers the chance to play for fun or at a competitive level. Ten Celebrities/Athletes are scheduled to play in the tournament. They include Takeo Spikes, former NFL linebacker; Cornelius Bennett, former NFL linebacker, Duane Starks, former NFL cornerback and UM graduate, and Darryl Williams, former defensive back and UM graduate. Participants will engage in an enjoyable golf experience, in addition to raising funds for the Clubs’ youth development programs, which are based on fostering skills in computers, education, cultural arts homework, educational assistance, and social life competencies, as well as sports and recreation. This year’s event is expected to raise more than $100,000 for the Club’s programs. The daylong tournament will begin with a putting contest at 11 a.m. The shotgun start immediately follows at noon. Prior to the shotgun start, Stretch Zone will be available to assist players warm up. All golfers will receive a commemorative golf shirt, umbrella and golf balls plus complimentary parking, green fees, cart, range balls, lunch provided by McDonalds, on-site snacks provided by Hooters, and dinner at the awards banquet and ceremony. Golfers are encouraged to take part in activities and games throughout the day. Immediately following the tournament, the day will conclude with an awards banquet and ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Guest will enjoy a delectable buffet-style dinner, cocktails, a raffle and silent auction featuring prizes such as vacation stays and sports memorabilia. Guests are asked to adhere to the country club casual dress code.
When:
Monday, March 19, 2018 11 a.m.- 6:30 p.m.
Where:
Deering Bay Yacht & Country Club 13610 Deering Bay Dr. Coral Gables, FL 33158
How:
Sponsorship/underwriting opportunities are available, ranging from $250 to $25,000. Underwriting opportunities are available from $500 to $2,000. A Tee Hole Sign Sponsorship is available for $250. Registration fees are $1,600 for a foursome. The admission price for dinner only is $100 per person. For more information about sponsorship or underwriting opportunities, or to reserve a foursome, individual golfer or purchase dinner only tickets, please contact Anneleise Sanchez (305) 446-9910, or email asanchez@bgcmia.org.
Juan Alvarez, Jim Hopler, Mike Lowell and Joe Orfely. [Photo courtesy of Gaby Provenzano]
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NWD Projects Presents 3rd Annual Water Dance
Famed Graffiti Artist Cey Adams Featured Speaker
"Dancing for Water" 40 States Dance Across America, Puerto Rico, Canada & Mexico.
WHAT: 3rd Annual National Water Dance WHEN: Saturday, April 14, 4pm (Live streamed) WHERE: Marjorie Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center, 747 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne, FL TICKETS: Free & Open to the Community Need a beach wheelchair? Contact Dale Andree - dandree@nationalwaterdance.org INFORMATION: nationalwaterdance.org Coming together on Saturday, April 14 at 4pm EST are 1500 dancers from across the country to perform a site-specific dance at a river, a bay, a lake, the ocean, or any water site nearby. From Seattle to Mississippi, Maine to Puerto Rico, Canada to Mexico, Miami-Dade County dancers will join others from professional dance companies, colleges and universities, private dance schools, elementary, middle and high schools, uniting to celebrate and take responsibility for protecting our Water. “And we’re all connected,” said NWD Projects producer, Dale Andree, founder and artistic director of National Water Dance. “What we’ve done is create a national community of activists who love and want to use dance to express their love of water and nature. Connecting by the internet, we’ve been able to, over the past few months, share movement phrases, our personal choreographic processes, and local stories of and about water, all of which will come together on April 14. We will connect, like the water that runs everywhere, throughout this country, from one end to the other, and every place in between. We hope everyone will our when we live stream the performance.” The Miami performance of National Water Dance, produced by Dale Andree's NWD Projects, will feature 70 dancers and musicians at the Marjorie Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center at Crandon Park on Key Biscayne, at 4pm on Saturday, April 14. Participating Miami-Dade based schools include Conchita Espinosa Academy, South Miami Community Middle School, Thomas Armour After School Program at Morningside Heights Middle School, MDC/Kendall Campus Jubilation Dance Ensemble, along with these professional Miami dance companies- Dance Now Miami, Augusto Soledade BrazzDance, IFE-ILE Afro-Cuban Dance Com-
pany and dancers with NWD Projects. Beginning with a blessing of the water by Houston Cypress of the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians and ending with a group movement ritual led by IFE-ILE AfroCuban Dance Company, the artists will perform on the beach and on the sandbar to an original percussion score created by Brandon Cruz, director of South Florida Center for Percussive Arts. Along with dance workshops for participating students, there will be poetry workshops and a poetry exchange between Miami’s Conchita Espinosa and students in Honolulu, Hawaii. These poems will be edited and silk screened onto fabric that will be carried as banners in the performance. "The fact that something like this was going on in so many different states felt quite breathtaking and in the same breath was humbling to be a small part of the big picture,” Danella Bedford, teacher, Conchita Espinosa Academy, Miami. "My desire for creating National Water Dance was to inspire dances of all ages to connect with the environment and use the physical energy of dance to bring awareness to water, and the issues around it,” said Ms. Andree. “And that is what we’ve done over the past three years. We've grown from engaging communities throughout Florida to cities, towns, hamlets and villages all over the country. We’re all elementally linked and connected... via our nation’s waterways. We’re all part of the solution.”
Art by Cey Adams. [Photos courtesy of Carlos Goycochea]
Business for the Arts tracks subway graffiti Broward (BFA) presents in New York. He served its Arts Mean Business as Creative Director for Speaker Series featuring Hip-Hop mogul Rusrenowned artist Cey Adsell Simmons’ Def Jam ams discussing “Creating Recordings, where he Awareness Through Art” co-founded the Drawon Thursday, March 8 from ing Board, the label’s 7:30 to 9 a.m. at Stache Bar in-house visual design Drinking Den + Coffee firm, creating visual Bar, 109 S.W. 2nd Ave. in Cey Adams identities, album covers, Fort Lauderdale. The event logos, and advertising is free and begins with a continental campaigns for Run DMC, Beastie Boys, breakfast at 7:30 a.m. followed by the LL Cool J, Public Enemy, Notorious presentation at 8 a.m. B.I.G., Maroon 5, and Jay-Z. He exhibAdams will highlight his personal its, lectures and teaches art workshops story and convey how working with at institutions including the Smithsonian young people through art can inspire National Museum of African American change in the world. Artwork created History and Culture, MoMA, Museum by Adams and Broward County youth of the City of New York, Atlanta Conin partnership with the Urban League temporary Art Center and more. Adams of Broward for the AIDS Healthcare draws inspiration from 60’s pop art, sign Foundation’s walk also will be un- painting, vintage comics and popular veiled. culture. His work focuses on themes inAdams emerged from the downtown cluding pop culture, brand identity, culgraffiti movement to exhibit alongside tural and community issues. fellow artists Jean-Michel Basquiat To RSVP to the Arts Mean Busiand Keith Haring. The New York City ness Speaker Series with Cey Adams, native appeared in the historic 1982 call 954-940-5344 or email rvegas@ PBS documentary Style Wars, which bfabroward.org.
Coming to MDC's Tower Theater!
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Business for the Arts of Broward Cultural Tour
And the Coral Gables Birthday Girl Wore Vintage Versace at Villa Versace
March 16 the gallery at Steven Greenwald Design. [Photos courtesy of Carlos Goycochea]
The famous gold-tiled pool.
Bailey Contemporary Arts.
Henning Haupt Coral Springs Museum of Art.
Ashanti Cultural Arts.
Ashanti Cultural Arts.
Business for the Arts of Broward (BFA) is hosting a tour of cultural sites in Coral Springs, Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale from noon to 5 p.m. on Friday, March 16. Presented by Hoffman’s Chocolates, the fully-guided tour takes participants for an exploration of the cultural treasures Broward County has to offer. The tour destinations include the Coral Springs Museum of Art, Coral Springs Center for the Arts, Bailey Contemporary Arts Center, Ali Cultural Arts and Steven Greenwald Design, where wine and cheese will be served. Participants will meet at the Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Dr. in Coral Coral Springs Center for the Springs for lunch and return there at the end of Arts. the tour. Venues are subject to change. The tour cost is $50 and includes lunch, snacks, wine, transportation, networking, admission and guided behind the scenes tours. Guests are required to register by March 13th by calling 954-940-5344. Limited space so register early! For more information and to register, call 954-940-5344.
Drs. Karelia and Marino Carbonell inside Villa Versace
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Friends Arely Ruiz and Chris Valdes celebrating the special day with Karelia in Villa Versace's private living room.
oral Gables resident and President of the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables, Karelia Martinez Carbonell, celebrates her birthday each year at a historic landmark. This year, on the heels of her visit to Milan that included highlights of the late designer Gianni Versace’s former atelier and Lake Como residence, Karelia chose South Beach and the historic Casa Casuarina/Villa Versace to toast a “buon compleanno” joined by her husband Dr. Marino Carbonell and close friends. The entourage included Villa Versace expert guide Sandy Scidmore, who, according to Karelia, “was the icing on my birthday cake!” The birthday party dined at the restaurant overlooking the famous Medusa pool lined with gold tiles and intricate mosaics. The restaurant, Gianni’s at The Villa, which opened two years ago, stays true to the memory of the late designer. Birthday guests enjoyed Champagne and conversation while enjoying a three-course meal of culinary delicacies consisting of Insalata Gianni, Spanish Octopus, Spaghetti Alla Chitarra, seared Mediterranean Dorade with Zaalouk Eggplant, and a dessert of warm mini- soufflés. The birthday girl was presented with a special white chocolate soufflé topped with candle — a perfect finale for a birthday wish. After dinner, Karelia [dressed in circa 1990 vintage Versace], Marino, and friends gathered around the open courtyard done in small tiles and black pebbles with a nymph fountain in the center, and proceeded to privately tour the Villa. The tour included a walk-through of the late designer’s private rooms that showcase built-in armoires and closets, his private living room with oceanview floor-to-ceiling stained glass doors, and Versace’s “secret” hallway that once upon a time connected his bedroom to the living room. Still intact are the stone mosaics that decorate the original dining room walls. Master mosaics are found all throughout the mansion and some still exist outside the walls of the estate. Gianni Versace invested $33 million into creating the spectacular property. This mansion is a timeless masterpiece and lasting legacy to Versace’s style and refined taste. The evening culminated with a special visit to the top floor where the original observatory is found. It has a painted ceiling that depicts a starry night. Karelia observed, “We all sat around and felt the magic of the place.” On a clear evening one can surely see both the sea and the stars. Casa Casuarina was built in 1927 by Alden Freeman, the heir to Standard Oil. He modeled the mansion on the “Alcazar de Colon” in Santo Domingo that was built in 1510 by Diego Columbus, son of Christopher Columbus. In 1992 while on vacation, designer Gianni Versace was attracted to the kneeling Aphrodite statue and fell in love with the Mediterranean revival architecture of the property and purchased it. In lieu of gifts, Karelia asked her guests to make a gift in her honor to the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables. Close to $700 was raised in support of historic preservation.
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Dade Heritage Trust Accepting Nominations for 11 Most Endangered Sites of 2018 and Its 2018 Preservation Awards
Miami Marine Stadium, 3501 Rickenbacker Causeway, Year Built: 1963 This iconic Miami structure, designed by architect Hilario Candela, appears to be headed for restoration. [Photo courtesy of Elysa Delcorto]
Flagler Worker's House, Fort Dallas Park, 60-64 SE 4th Street, Year Built: circa 1897, Date Designated: 1983 The Flagler Worker's House, also known as Palm Cottage, is the last known building in Miami directly associated with railroad magnate and developer Henry M. Flagler. It is also one of the city's few surviving examples of Folk Victorian architecture. Built around 1897 by the Florida East Coast Railway, this house was one of at least 30 rental houses that Flagler constructed as homes for the workers building his Royal Palm Hotel. The building was moved to Fort Dallas Park in 1980, and listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1989. The building, located in the City's Ft. Dallas Park is in need of restoration and programming. [Photo courtesy of Elysa Delcorto]
Dade Heritage Trust is accepting nominations for its list of 11 Most Endangered Sites of 2018 and its 2018
historic venues all vary in age, design and location,” said Christine Rupp, executive director of DHT. “But it’s this
Preservation Awards. The non-profit will unveil this year’s 11 Most Endangered Sites and its awards winners
at the historic Miracle Theater, in downtown Coral Gables, on April 17. “Miami-Dade County’s
diverse patchwork of historic places that makes Miami such a vibrant community. They are all part of Miami’s history and need to be preserved.” Endangered Sites selected over the years have showcased an array of areas, architectural styles, eras and uses from a variety of neighborhoods, including Anderson’s Corner, The Flagler Workers Cottage, the Mariah Brown House and the Miami Marine Stadium. DHT’s Preservation Awards are open to any individual, organization, business or agency involved in historic preservation in Miami-Dade. There is no limit on the number of nominations that one applicant can submit. Nominations may be made without the knowledge of the nominee(s). Self-nominations will be accepted. Owners of properties, if not the applicant, must provide written consent. The deadline for nominations is March 26, 2018. To learn more visit dadeheritagetrust.org.
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Bike Day Promotes Alternative Mode of Transportation For Your Commute Continued from page 1
When asked if there is a cultural impact to the community, Ruano remarked, “Yes, most definitely; there is a bike culture impact. The answer we’ve heard already too long in 2018 in Coral Gables is that we are not like Amsterdam or Copenhagen- that our car culture will never be replaced by a bike culture; it is too hot here, and people love their cars too much. The reality is that major cities, which are now examples of cycling meccas, were once on a path to congestion and a low quality of life. The car culture can be changed. With thoughtful, proven solutions to reducing a reliance on the automobile, a community can evolve into a less carbon-impactful city.” Ruano feels that the non-profit’s impact is at its apex on the annual Gables Bike Day, a homegrown event that is Susan Alvarez Susan Alvarez has a multifaceted background in theatre, film and newspaper production. She is a professional stills photographer whose photographs and art work are exhibited in private and public collections. Susan has written extensively on health and wellness as well as the arts, authored coffee table book Clínica Borinquen: A Legacy for the People. Her life as an artist began in the New York theatre community as an actor and dancer. A move to Los Angeles expanded her experience in the theatre and film to include directing but, through it all, she always had a camera at her side.
“The main challenge is a small segment of our community that hates the car traffic but thinks the only answer is more car lanes and more parking. Another major challenge are wellmeaning individuals who care about the transportation problem but don’t do anything about it. Finally, another challenge are elected officials that don’t fully understand that Miami can change and be an example of safe, connected bike travel.” states Ruano, who shared with us BWCG’s Bicycle tours, a part of the Bike Day event in Coral Gables, get people of all ages on two exciting plans for the year. wheels. [Photo courtesy of Bike Walk Coral Gables] “Aside from Gables Bike Day, our monthly bike tours now in its seventh year and promoting ment in this small city and help promote will continue and be expanded. We are everything cycling. There is an outstand- commuting without a car. The safety also considering adding some walking ing kid’s area, bike safety training, bike training also helps riders when they go tours. Check our website for updates.” tours and activities for the whole family. back to using their cars be more aware of “A grant that Bike Walk Coral Gables They expect about 2,000 attendees at the rules of sharing the road.” received from the Miami Foundation this free community cycling event. He says the community has support- will soon be implemented as the Galiano “In addition,” Mr. Ruano continues, ed the organization and its programs. Green, where we are partnering with the “we run monthly educational bike tours, Events are well attended, with many City of Coral Gables to turn a forgotten in partnership with the Coral Gables Mu- participants returning. Sponsors and patch of dead grass into a new cool green seum. Held on the third Sunday of each volunteers are supportive of the tours space in Downtown Coral Gables.” month, themes vary from landmarks, to and events. The non-profit organization You can find more information on city founders, to trees and architecture. is funded through events, grants, and Bike Walk Coral Gables at https://bikeEach tour begins with a safety talk about donations. walkcoralgables.org/ rules cyclists need to follow on the road to stay safe. The group of riders, usually 40 or more, make an impressive state-
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14th Annual Deering Seafood Festival: A Cornucopia of Culinary Delights, Nature’s Bounty And Non-Stop Entertainment Sunday, March 25, 2018 at Deering Estate Calling all Seafood Lovers! The 14th Annual Deering Seafood Festival, one of South Florida’s most highly anticipated events, will take place on Sunday, March 25th from 10 am to 6 pm at the Deering Estate,16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay. Consistently a sold-out event, the Deering Seafood Festival attracts more than 8,000 people to the grounds of the beautiful 450-acre Deering Estate to enjoy a non-stop celebration of nature’s beauty and bounty. The Festival is renowned for its culinary delights featuring Florida’s freshest fish and seafood from area restaurants and caterers with delicious catches from the sea, celebrity chef demos, live music and fun-filled adventures for the kids. The centerpiece of the festival is a cornucopia of culinary delights, with sumptuous fare along Seafood Alley presented by Golden Rule Seafood. Participants include Antigua & Barbuda
Deering Seafood Festival. [Photo courtesy of Sharon Kersten]
Association of South Florida, Catering by Les, Devon Seafood & Steak, Don Camaron Seafood Grill & Market, Golden Rule Seafood, Paella Party and Sports Grill. In addition, Chill-N, Gringa Flan and Wendy’s Chocolates are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. More than two tons of ice keeps the thirst-quenching backyard beverages, presented by Landshark Lager, ice cold and the frozen drink machines humming all day. For the foodies, cooking demonstrations take place throughout the day under the big-top tent over the Deering Estate’s historic courtyard, featuring popular chefs from some of South Florida’s finest restaurants. The winner of Johnson & Wales University’s Student Seafood Competition will also lead a cooking demonstration, recreating his/ her winning recipe. While Florida’s freshest fish and seafood are always the main event, continuous entertainment takes place throughout the day on the main stage. It’s a day of family fun, dancing and grooving to the tunes of Pan Paradise Steel Drum Band, Caribbean Crew and Blackstar, a local favorite. In keeping with the island theme, Virgin Islands stilt walkers and free-spirited Bahamian Junkanoo musicians weave throughout the crowds, with live Caribbean musical performances throughout the Estate. The Deering Seafood Festival offers activities that are both fun and educational for children of all ages, including Deering Discovery Cove, where kids can experiment and explore the wonders of nature. For the younger ones, the Li’l Shrimp Kids Zone provides unlimited play on inflatables, creative activities and a kid-friendly menu when hunger strikes. Ongoing activities include a rock-
Photo courtesy of Sharon Kersten
climbing wall and the Pelican Skipper pontoon boat rides to Chicken Key, as well as Artists Lane, featuring paintings, photography, crafts and jewelry by local artisans. For those wishing to pedal to the festival, a courtesy bike valet is offered through Green Mobility Network. Free Park and Ride is also available at Westminster Christian School and Palmetto Bay Village Center, with continuous shuttle-bus service to the Estate. The festival takes place Sunday, March 25, 2018 from 10 am ‘til 6 pm at the Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72 Avenue, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157. Admission: Adults $20 in advance, $25 at the gate; children 4-14 years $7 in advance, $10 at the gate. Ticket includes park entrance and activities, excluding food, drink, pontoon rides and rock wall. All proceeds benefit the Deering Estate Foundation, to be used for environmental education, preservation and programming. This event sells out, so get your tickets early, or become a member of the Deering Estate Foundation and enjoy free admission! For tickets and further information, visit www.deeringseafoodfestival.org, or call 305.235.1668 ext. 263.
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Throngs of Art Enthusiasts Expected at Las Olas Art Fair’s 30th Anniversary Continued from page 1
had about 12 artists. That’s all we could fit because the sidewalks weren’t wide enough at the time; so, we had maybe 12 artists 30 years ago. That museum show stopped after 2 years, and from 12 artists we generated 300 artists each show and became one of the top shows in the country over that period. But it started out as a little tiny show.” “Las Olas, amongst all of our shows, has truly the broadest diversity of ar t,” points out Ms. Dashiell. “The thousands of artists from overseas and throughout the nation who apply each year do it because they know this is the one location where there is truly a buyer for every style. So during this Art Fair, unlike most around the world, you will find a stunning difference of style Glass sculpture by Michael George of Arizona. Art by Horatio Lertora of Boynton Beach. within the same medium. For example, two artists who work with wood, Terry Evans from about its long-lasting appeal, Alan ob- booth you get a chance to meet the art- and these artists and customers have Kansas and Salem Barker from Illi- serves: “Basically, one of the things ist, find out what materials they made a symbiotic relationship where the nois. You look at Salem's piece, and that makes it special is that a lot of the work out of, what inspired them customers invite them to stay in their it is this flowing, stunning, flame-like the art that’s in the show is all origi- to do it.” Alan further explains the home on the weekends, take them out sculpture with painting. Terry has this nal- one of a kind work, and the art- rapport and bonds forged during the for dinners, or are invited to their (artgorgeous piece with different kinds of ists that created these masterpieces Art Fair. “People come to Las Olas ists’) homes for dinner. Over 30 years, works handcrafted together to create have to be present during the show. and seek out the same person/artist they’ve built up a relationship with an exquisite yet functional piece of So, unlike let’s say a gallery or some- every year; they like to collect their these patrons. It’s kind of interesting, art. Likewise, in the overall sculp- thing of that nature, you walk into the work. Each year, they buy a new piece it’s kind of wild!” As for future plans, Alan plans on ture category, you will find artists maintaining the tradition each year. of the caliber of Arizona's Michael “People like it just the way it is. Every George, whose glass looks as though year, we try to upgrade and improve it it was crafted by nature itself. These and try to bring in artwork that people are only a few examples among the haven’t seen before, something differhundreds of artists' works you'd find. ent and unusual. That’s what makes Another thing about Las Olas is that it special and a very different show the collectors have a deep respect and than most other shows; plus, you have admiration for Art Deco. This is the ambiance and esthetics of Las Olas show where the incredible talents of Boulevard in the background which local artists like painter Horatio Lerdoesn’t hurt.” He adds that, “partial tora are truly appreciated. This is the proceeds from the Art Fair benefit the show where the craftsmanship of ColLas Olas Association, so they have the orado stone furniture artist Dwayne dollars to put on events for the comCranford truly shines. You have no munity like Christmas On Las Olas idea what you are going to see around and things like that. So it does support every booth corner - but I guarantee the community as well. People love more than one will blow your mind.” coming to Las Olas, and when there’s There is undeniably a cultural iman art fair, they all come. They don’t pact on the area. Alan feels that this all come at once; so there’s plenty of is the community’s art fair. It is the room for people.” largest art fair in Broward County, esThe Las Olas Art Fair takes place pecially in Fort Lauderdale. It’s one on Saturday, March 3rd, 2018 from of the top shows in South Florida, and 10:00am to 5:00pm and Sunday, March visitors travel here from all over the 4th, 2018 from 10:00am to 5:00pm at country. He goes on to explain, “We 600 East Las Olas Blvd. in Fort Lauhave a thing called Art Show Junkderdale, FL. The cost of admission is ies. These are people who book hotel FREE! It’s even pet friendly! Alan sugrooms, make a vacation out of it. First gests you wear comfortable shoes, plan of all, they are coming to a nice place, on spending the day, savoring a gloriFort Lauderdale. They are staying in ous meal and enjoying the show. Rain nice hotels, they are shopping in local or shine! shops, eating in great restaurants, and “Art is very soothing. It’s good for they make a vacation out of it and bathe soul. People say they come out to sically fill up every hotel room in the the show to bring their spirits up by area, which is interesting. So, they do looking at the art.” like us in that respect.” Stone furniture by Dwayne Cranford, Colorado artist, will be on display at Las For all the details, please visit www. “The shows get bigger and better Olas Art Fair. [Source: Dwayne Cranford] ArtFestival.com every year.” Offering some details
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Concerts Feature Top American Prize Winners of the 2015 International Chopin Competition On March 3 and 4, 2018, the Chopin for All Free Concert Series proudly presents Kate Liu, the Bronze Medalist of the 2015 International Chopin Competition held in Warsaw. For this special event, Kate will be joined by Eric Lu, the first prize winner of the 2015 National Chopin Competition who also won the fourth prize at the 2015 Warsaw competition.
When & Where:
Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 3:00 PM, Broward County Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale Sunday, March 4, 2018 at 3:00 PM, Granada Presbyterian Church, 950 University Drive, Coral Gables
What:
A Piano recital by Kate Liu performing a selection of music by Chopin, and Eric Lu playing sonatas by Beethoven and Chopin.
FREE ADMISSION
No Tickets Required More at www.chopin.org Pianist Kate Liu recently gained international acclaim after winning the Bronze Medal and Best Mazurka Prize at the 17th International Fryderyk Chopin Piano Competition in 2015. She has given recitals in many halls and venues,
Chopin competition American winners Kate Liu and Eric Lu. [Photo courtesy of Barbara Muze ]
such as the Seoul Arts Center, Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre, Osaka Symphony Hall, Warsaw Filharmonia Narodowa, Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra Concert Hall, Arts Canisius College, Subculture Arts Underground, Phillip’s Collection, Salmagundi Club, Ossining Library, Bohemian Club, and Temple E-manuel. In 2009, Kate went on a tour with the Music Institute of Chicago to the East coast, where she performed in Carnegie Hall’s Weill Hall in New York as well as the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Other than solo recitals, Kate has collaborated with several orchestras
Beethoven on the Beach Beethoven's 4th Symphony, "Coriolan" Overture & Telemann Viola Concerto ! $10 Per Person Donation Gratefully Accepted! Elaine Rinaldi, Conductor
Richard Fleischman, Viola
Friday, March 9th- 8 PMPinecrest Gardens 11000 SW 57 Avenue, 33156 Saturday, Mar 10th- 8 PMNorth Beach Bandshell 7275 Collins Avenue, 33141 Sun, March 11th- 6 PM- Gateway Park 151 Sunny Isles Beach Boulevard, 33160
Info at www.OrchestraMiami.org
including the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, Polish Radio Orchestra, Poznan Philharmonic Orchestra, Yomiuri Nippon Symphony Orchestra, Daegu Symphony Orchestra, Montreal Symphony Orchestra, Cleveland Orchestra, Rochester Philharmonic, Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra, Evanston Symphony Orchestra and the Skokie Valley Symphony Orchestra. 20-year old pianist Eric Lu is rapidly building an international reputation as a young pianist with enormous promise, and a distinctive musical voice. Eric Lu is the 1st prize winner of the 2017 International German Pia-
no Award in Frankfurt, where he also captured the audience award almost unanimously. He was first brought to the world’s attention when he was a prizewinner at the 2015 International Fryderyk Chopin Competition in Warsaw at the age of 17, becoming one of the youngest laureates in the history of the prestigious competition. He was previously awarded that same year the 1st prize at the 9th US National Chopin Competition in Miami, where he also received the prize for best performance of a concerto. He is described by the New York Classical Review as a musician of “exceptional musical sensitivity”, as well as by Michael Moran from the Duszniki Chopin Festival proclaiming, “The tone he produced was luminous, the articulation spellbinding and exciting, the legato and bel canto desperately moving.” Following his performance of Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3 with the Staatskapelle Halle during the final of the International German Piano Award, the Darmstadter Echo wrote, “Lu received thundering applause after a sheer unbelievable performance of the work. Oscillating between melancholy and turmoil, he follows the expressive themes of the work with sensitivity, peeling out melodies with fascinating clarity from the virtuosic, densely-written piano part.” http://www.ericlupianist.com
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Girl Scouts Come Together to Earn their Opera Patch with Young Patronesses of the Opera The Young Patronesses of the Opera (YPO) brought together over 60 Girl Scouts at the Riviera Presbyterian Church to teach them about Opera. YPO members as well as members of their high school group, the Junior Opera Guild, worked with the Scouts to earn their opera patch by sharing the story of a major opera, teaching them about staging, theater, costumes, how to create props for the opera and even doing their make-up to go on stage. This year, the opera showcased was “Lucia di Lammermoor”. The Scouts got a chance to act out parts of the opera and were given an Opera Funtime booklet based on this opera, to take home and enjoy. The girl especially enjoyed dressing up in the Scottish tartan costumes (since the opera is set in Scotland). At the end of the program, the Scouts were served juice and cookies and were not only given their opera patch but were also tickets to see a dress rehearsal of a main stage opera performed by the Florida Grand Opera. For over 50 years, YPO has had a close relationship with the Girl Scout Council of Tropical Florida; over 10,000 Girl Scouts have attended its workshops since the program began in the 1966. YPO is very appreciative to the sponsor of the Girl Scout Workshop- the List Family Foundation.
Little Red Riding Hood children’s opera being performed for 15,000 School Children
Cast and crew.
The Committee of YPO members. [Photos courtesy of Julie Todaro]
YPO Past President, Julie Todaro who portrayed the late founder of the Girl Scouts, Juliette Gordon Low.
The YPO chairs (L to R): Cynthia MacEachern, Mary Beth Burke, Maggie Brener.
Junior Opera Guild members (YPO’s high school service organization).
The Young Patronesses of the Opera (YPO) performed the children’s opera, Little Red Riding Hood, by Seymour Barab at the Ruth K. Broad Bay Harbor K-8 School this week thanks to grant support from the Shepard Broad Foundation. This was a special day since the school was named after Mr. Broad’s late wife, Ruth K Broad. On hand for the performance was their daughter, Ann Bussel, a long-time member of Young Patronesses of the Opera. Additional attendee was Caroline Biggs, a music teacher at the school who was YPO’s 2017 Educator of Note winner (an award given to outstanding music teachers in Miami-Dade). The story of Little Red Riding is a well-known folktale told throughout the ages and this version offers wonderful lessons such as “don’t talk to strangers”. The students roar with laughter and often yell out to warn Grandma about the Wolf at her door. The children are truly engaged in the performance for the full 30 minutes. YPO also provides Opera Funtime booklets which accompanies the show and is created by YPO members. This learning guide tells the story of the opera, include music, features, games and puzzles. They use this booklet in the classroom to prepare for the show and is a tool to help with reading comprehension and more. For 42 years, YPO has been bringing children opera performances to school children in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties to approximately 15,000 annually. Thanks to support from the Shepard Broad Foundation, as well support the Anthony R Abraham Foundation, the Opera Society and fundraising efforts, YPO was able to bring the opera to 36 local schools. Since its inception in 1975, it is estimated that over 500,000 children in public and private schools around south Florida have seen these wonderful professional performances, free of charge. Many of the schools visited are Title 1, meaning they have a high percentage of students from low-income families. A good number of the children might not have a chance to experience opera if it wasn’t for this program. And, these children who fall in love with opera are the opera supporters of tomorrow. YPO offers opera education to children because, now more than ever, music programs are needed in today’s world. Many school systems have eliminated or reduced arts programs. By fostering an appreciation of and exposure to future generations, opera can survive. For more information about YPO, please www.YPO-MIAMI.org.
Left to right: Caroline Biggs (Music Teacher and YPO’s Educator of Note Winner); Eva Cooperman (YPO Member); Ann Bussel (daughter of Shepard and Ruth Broad, and YPO member); and Julie Todaro (YPO Past President and Executive Producer of the In-School Opera).
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Urban Outfitters Joins Metropica, South Florida’s Largest New Mixed Use Community Metropica, a master planned 65-acre, $1.5 billion urban high street development and one of the nation’s largest under-construction mixed-use communities, today announced that it has signed Urban Outfitters as the newest tenant to the initial phase of its retail/ entertainment lifestyle center comprised of 280,000 square feet of retail space and 349 luxury apartments. The center will break ground in the second quarter of this year, closely following the toppingoff of the development’s initial residential tower. Urban Outfitters, set to occupy 8,000 square feet of retail space, will join sister store Anthropologie, both a part of the URBN brand family, complementing an enviable mix of distinctive retail, dining and entertainment concepts including Fogo de Chao, City Works Eatery & Pour House, Genuine Pizza (formerly Harry’s Pizzeria), Sugarboo & Co., Cru Wine Bar, Kendra Scott Jewelry and iPic Theaters. The unique retail pairing will seamlessly fuse fashion, art, culture and design through on-trend women’s and men’s clothing, accessories, home décor, tech and gift products. Founded in 1970, Urban Outfitters has over 200 stores throughout the United States, Canada and Europe and will provide a well-curated experience and experiential retail environment of on-trend products for
Retail-entertainment lifestyle center is scheduled to break ground in second quarter of 2018. [Photo courtesy of Cristina Bermudez]
shoppers to feel inspired while indulging in their creative sides and individualities. Revolutionizing the West Broward corridor of South Florida, Metropica will encompass approximately four million square feet and consist of residential condominiums, apartments, boutique hotels, commercial office space, expansive green spaces and a burgeoning worldclass culinary, retail, entertainment and lifestyle experience for residents and visitors to enjoy. “The coupling of URBN brand’s retail duo Urban Outfitters and Anthropologie is a testament to Metropica’s appeal and location,” says Bernard Werner, Presi-
dent and COO of Metropica Development LLC. “Having significant retailers like Urban Outfitters join our growing roster of signed tenants speaks to the viability of this transformative project. Metropica’s carefully curated retail mix fills an existing void in the area and will help transform the community for generations to come.” “The addition of Urban Outfitters furthers our vision of making this the first development of its kind within South Florida’s Western Corridor, and adds to the truly innovative nature of the project,” said Joseph Kavana, CEO of Metropica Development LLC. “Metropica’s ideal lo-
cation as a true urban epicenter for the tricounty area, and its offerings will serve as an exciting destination and gathering place for the entire community.” Scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2019, Metropica’s robust retail and entertainment offerings complement the continued interest in robust, sustainable and walkable communities. Located at 1800 NW 136th Avenue in Sunrise, FL. and designed to meld the area’s natural beauty with forward-thinking designs and a vast array of amenities, Metropica’s initial residential tower, a 28-story, 263-unit condominium, is now 65% sold.
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THE CH A M PI O N ’S B E N CH
City of Coral Gables Named Finalist in Bloomberg Philanthropies' 2018 Mayors Challenge Coral Gables is one of 35 Champion Cities selected as finalists in the 2018 U.S. Mayors Challenge, a nationwide competition that encourages city leaders to uncover bold, inventive ideas that confront the toughest problems cities face. These 35 urban innovations rose to the top of a competitive pool of more than 320 applications. The Champion Cities will now begin a six-month testing phase where they will conduct public prototypes of their ideas with grant funding of up to $100,000 per city, a new addition to the Competition this year. The Mayors Challenge returns to the U.S. as one of the first investment in the American Cities Initiative, a suite of new and expanded programs that will empower cities to generate innovation and advance policy.
The City of Coral Gables generated an idea to make its existing critical infrastructure more resilient to natural disasters and other events that may impair emergency response services by integrating smart energy micro-grids. Coral Gables now advances to the six-month “Test, Learn, and Adapt” phase of the competition. Cities will refine their ideas during this process with up to $100,000, as well as personalized support from innovation experts, to test and begin building support for their urban innovations and submit a new application in August 2018. In October, four cities will receive $1 million awards and one will receive a grand prize of $5 million to bring their ideas to life.
"We received hundreds of bold and creative ideas from cities around the country in response to the 2018 Mayors Challenge, and these 35 really stood out for their potential to improve people’s lives. The next six months are a great opportunity for the cities to test their ideas and make them even more innovative and effective,” said Michael R. Bloomberg, founder of Bloomberg Philanthropies and three-term Mayor of New York City. The 35 Champion Cities performed the best against four key criteria - vision, potential for impact, implementation plan, and potential to spread to other cities. A prestigious selection committee Co-Chaired by Former Ambassador Caroline Kennedy and Former Xerox Chairman & CEO Ursula Burns and comprising distinguished policy experts, artists, academics, business executives and social innovation leaders assessed the applications. In early 2017, Coral Gables C o m m i s sio n e r Vi n c e L a go brought this competition to the Coral Gables is Among 35 Champion Cities That Will Embark on a Six-month Testing forefront and challenged the City Phase in Competition for Grand Prize. to participate in the Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Mayors Challenge. many great ideas, we did not find one Essentially, there are two compoCommissioner Lago designated City which promised to address an existing nents to this idea’s function. One comCommission Liaison Chelsea Granell problem for our City. Believe it or not, ponent is the hardware; the other is the as team lead on the project. Together our idea was born out of a disaster,” software, which is where the intellicity staff such as the IT Director Rai- said Ms. Granell. gence for this concept derives. Energy mundo Rodulfo and Sr. Sustainability After Hurricane Irma, the City lost will be retrieved from the sun by way Analyst Matthew Anderson worked power for days and many residents of solar panels. Once the energy is coldiligently to identify a problem. “The found themselves relying on a sole en- lected, it is stored in a battery or storprocess began with crowdsourcing. ergy provider for power recovery. Our age system at which point, when power We launched an innovation campaign critical infrastructure remained vul- is lost, it could serve as its own power where all members of the community nerable because it had to run on power source. This smart system is not limitwere encouraged to participate and derived from a generator for a short ed to use during storms or when power submit an idea. Although we received period of time. For many cities it be- is lost, but is beneficial because it could comes challenging to effectively pro- be used daily and year-round as an envide emergency response services be- ergy conservation system. In daily use, cause services can potentially become the system will recirculate power in impacted when natural disasters occur. areas that power is not being used, for The City of Coral Gables is committed example empty rooms through use of to make its existing critical infrastruc- sensors that will be installed; this functure more resilient by integrating smart tion will need to be programmed into solar-powered micro-grids that can the software component. Therefore, prioritize power distribution during the City would not have to rely on an emergencies, to ensure that operations energy provider when energy is lost such as public safety services contin- and can become self-reliant in times of ue. After several discussions, the City crisis. “When people are challenged, partnered with the University of Miami great ideas begin to surface. I knew to breathe life into an idea that would that bringing this challenge to our city make Coral Gables more resilient. Dr. would bring our community together. Nurcin Celik, UM Associate Professor, We are excited to have the opportunity Department of Industrial Engineering, to see our idea come to life and potenDirector, Simulation and Optimization tially impact communities on a global Research Laboratory (SimLab) at the scale because public safety is a high College of Engineering, developed a priority and transferable everywhere,” smart energy management system and said Commissioner Lago. will be working with the City to ‘test, For more information, visit mayorlearn and adapt’ micro-grids. schallenge.bloomberg.org.
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"What an amazing display of artwork made by our tremendously talented kids through the direction of our fabulous Art Teacher, Miss Laudy and our wonderfully dedicated and artistic teachers. The children learned about different cultures through art. The journey started by choosing a Country (France, India, Egypt, Japan, Brazil, Mexico and China), and this is the final result. The best rewards were to work as a team with the teachers, kids and parents, and also observe how proud the kids were to see their work finally put together. It brings joy to my heart to see this beautiful museum of art come together for our “18th” annual Art in the Park exhibit. Every single child was completely involved and conscious that we were creating something together like a class, like friend, like a family. We all are from different cultures but we all are part of the same world. That's the most important message to our little ones. We're growing human beings that accept, respect and love others." — Miss Diane, Principal, Key Biscayne Community Church Day School, (305) 361-7501
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS Thursday, March 1
Friday, March 9
Friday, March 16
Movie Lovers’ Cinema Thursday Matinee
Ann Pellegrini: Excess & Enchantment: Arts of Resistance
Laser Fridays
12 AM @ Key Biscayne Community Center's Lighthouse Room (2nd floor) Free; (305) 365-8900
Erotic thriller “Double Lover” (L’mante Double)
4:35 PM @ MDC's Tower Theater, 1508 SW 8th Street, Miami
Lunch and Learn
Increase your knowledge and understanding of the health and safety issues affecting our daily lives. Following the seminar, a light lunch will be served in order to give residents time to reflect and discuss the topic. 11:30 AM @ Key Biscayne Community Center's Adult Lounge (2nd floor)
Friday, March 2 Coral Gables Gallery Night
Look for the Gallery Night Trolley signs to hop on one of the special Trolleys which loop between Coral Gables galleries and participating art venues. 6 PM- 10 PM @ various galleries Free
Friday’s Jazz on the Plaza
6 PM- 10 PM @ Plaza Aragon, 51 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. Free.
Laser Fridays
7 PM- 1 AM @ Frost Planetarium,1101 Biscayne Blvd. Cost: $10 per adult; $8 per child (ages 3-11). Onsite parking is available in the museum garage for $8 flat rate starting at 6:00 p.m.
Adult Trip: Billy Swamp Safari on the Big Cypress Seminole Indian Reservation 8:30 AM @ KBCC $25
Jazz Roots: Gregory Porter — The Voice of Our Time
8 PM @ Arsht Center's Knight Concert Hall, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. tickets@arshtcenter.org
Saturday, March 3 Chopin For All Free Concerts: Kate Liu joined by Eric Lu
3 PM @ Granada Presbyterian Church, 950 University Drive, Coral Gables
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami’s 60th Anniversary Gala- Little Gems, Big Glow guests will enjoy a reception, a gourmet dinner, dancing, and entertainment. The event will begin with a cocktail party at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 8 p.m. 6:30 PM @ JW Marriott Marquis, 255 Biscayne Blvd. Miami
Russian drama "Loveless"
2:05 PM & 9 PM @ MDC's Tower Theater, 1508 SW 8th Street, Miami
Las Olas Art Fair II
10 AM- 5 PM @ 600 East Las Olas Blvd Fort Lauderdale
Tierney Sutton: The Sting Variations
Embracing both massive hits from the Police and Sting’s solo catalogue to more obscure, deep album tracks, The Sting Variations is the latest studio triumph from The Tierney Sutton Band. 7:30 PM @ SMDCAC's Black Box Theater,10950 SW 211 St., Cutler Bay $40 in advance, $45 day of
Axis of Love: Amir El Saffar —Two Rivers Ensemble
8- 10 PM @ North Beach Bandshell, 7275 Collins Ave., Miami Beach $20 advance tickets available here / $25 day of concert / $35 Axis of Love series pass
Coral Gables Farmers Market
Fresh Florida produce, prepared foods, baked goods, flowers and plants, free Tai Chi classes, gardening workshops, cooking demos,children's activities 8 AM- 2 PM on the corner of Miracle Mile and LeJeune Road
Carnaval on the Mile
Ann Pellegrini's lecture is part of Living Together, a cross-disciplinary series of performance art, film and video screenings, talks, and workshops held in venues across the greater Miami area and reflecting the cultural, social, and political realities of how we live now. MDC Live Arts Lab Building 1, MDC Wolfson Campus, 300 NE 2nd Ave., Miami Free with RSVP. Reception (with wine and snacks) for Tropical Botanic Artists’ 44-painting exhibition of botanicals 6-8 PM @ Wirtz Gallery, First National Bank of South Miami, 5750 Sunset Dr., South Miami. Free; 305.667.5511.
7 PM- 1 AM @ Frost Planetarium, 1101 Biscayne Blvd. Cost: $10 per adult; $8 per child (ages 3-11). Onsite parking is available in the museum garage for $8 flat rate starting at 6:00 p.m.
Friday’s Jazz on the Plaza
6 PM- 10 PM @ Plaza Aragon, corner of Merrick Way and Aragon Ave. Free
10 AM- 10 PM
Saturday, March 10
Saturday, March 17
Sunday, March 4
International Guitar Night
Jazz in the Gardens
6:15 PM @ Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave.
7:30 PM @ South Miami Dade Cultural Arts Center's Black Box Theater, 10950 SW 211 Street, Cutler Bay $30 in advance, $35 day of;
Fort Lauderdale Beach Volleyball Major Series
Sunday, March 11
Drama: “In Between”
8 AM @ Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, 1100 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo 8 PM @ Arsht Center's Knight Concert Hall, 1300 Biscayne Blvd.; tickets@ arshtcenter.org
Monday, March 5 Supper Social Club for Disability Community
Buy yourself dinner and meet new people from the Disability Community. 6:30 PM- 8:30 PM @ California Pizza Kitchen, 300 Miracle Mile RSVP at Debbie@justdigit.org, 305-6692822
Market Mondays
@ Thomson Plaza for the Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Free parking available in Lot C just south of the Ziff Ballet Opera House on Northeast 2nd Avenue (between Northeast 12th and 13th streets). Enter on 13th Street.
Flamenco Festival Miami: Andalusian Voices
7 PM @ Arsht Center's Knight Concert Hall, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. $35-$100; tickets@arshtcenter.org
Monday, March 12 AARP Driver Safety Program
Thursday, March 8 Academy Award Nominee — Best Foreign Language Film, “The Insult” 6:50 PM & 9 PM @ MDC's Tower Theater, 1508 SW 8th Street, Miami
Bingo Mania
Enjoy an afternoon of games, fun and great prizes. A minimum of 6 games will be played with a winner-takes-all final round. 3:30 PM @ KBCC's Adult Lounge (2nd floor).$2 per card.
A Pura Guitarra
Concierto con la Miami Guitar Orchestra 3:30 PM- 6 PM @ 550 SW 127th Ave., Miami
Tuesday, March 20
Ibis Literary Reading & Performance Series
8 PM @ UM Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive Free
Thursday, March 22
FIU Music Hour: Jamie Ousely Trio
Feat. Tayari Jones whose novel, An American Marriage, was recently chosen for The Oprah Winfrey Book Club. 7 PM @ Shalala Student Center, Grand Ballroom East, 1330 Miller Drive
Florida Licensing on Wheels
Friday, March 23
City Commission Meeting
8:30 AM @ Commission Chambers, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables
By Appointment Only Call 305-365-8953 for appointments and info. on needed documentation. @ KBCC's 2nd floor lobby
IRS-certified AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will assist you in preparing your federal income tax forms. Please bring last year's tax return, all W2s, 1099s, social security numbers for you and your dependents and a photo ID. Space is limited. Contact305-442-8706 for registration information 10 AM- 2:30 PM @ Coral Gables Branch Library
Sunday, March 18
Tuesday, March 13
FIU Hour- Amernet String Quartet
AARP Tax Assistance
10 AM @ 4650 Alhambra Circle
Film Music Through the CenturiesFrost Horns & Friends
11 AM- 12 PM @ WDNA, 2921 Coral Way
Wednesday, March 7
Betsy Adams/ CG Garden Club Park Opening
Take the 6-hour classroom refresher course especially designed for drivers age 55 and over and qualify for auto insurance discounts. 9 AM- 3 PM @ Key Biscayne Community Center's Computer Lab $15 for AARP Members, $20 for AARP Non-Members
Tuesday, March 6 11 AM- 12 PM @ WDNA, 2921 Coral Way
2 PM @ Hard Rock Stadium, 347 Don Shula Dr, Miami Gardens, FL jazzinthegardens.com
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof
12 PM @ Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave.
Wednesday, March 14
Saturday, March 24
AARP Tax Assistance
Fine Arts Concert: Daryl & Steve Johns Trio
IRS-certified AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will assist you in preparing your federal income tax forms. Please bring last year's tax return, all W2s, 1099s, social security numbers for you and your dependents and a photo ID. Space is limited. Contact305-442-8706 for registration information 10 AM- 2:30 PM @ Coral Gables Branch Library
Thursday, March 15 Lunch with an Author
12 PM- 2 PM @ KBCC's Island Room (2nd floor). Free
Amadeus Live
8 PM @ Arsht Center’s Knight Concert Hall, 1300 Biscayne Blvd tickets@arshtcenter.org
7:30 PM @ WDNA Jazz Gallery, 2921 Coral Way $25 for WDNA members, $50 general admission Reservations: 305-662-8889
Sunday, March 25 The Pretenders
8 PM @ The Fillmore Miami Beach, 1700 Washington Ave. ticketmaster.com
14th Annual Deering Seafood Festival
Scrumptious seafood, celebrity chef demos, kids’ games and rides, live entertainment, educational activities and more. 10 AM- 6 PM @ Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Miami Adults: $20 in advance / $25 at the gate; Children (ages 4-14): $7 in advance / $10 at the gate. www.etix.com
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Feb. 28 – Mar. 27, 2018
Prime Miami Properties Now Available! Ready-To-Build 60,000 Sq. Ft. (T3/T4) — Asking $8.5 Million
So. Miami Avenue
Lots on So. Federal Highway and So. Miami Avenue priced at $8.5 million. Aprox. 60k sq. ft., can be T3 or T4. Suitable for building 12 two-story homes or 17 three-story condos. Call (305) 445-6921 today for complete details.
100,000 Sq. Ft. near South Miami Hospital and Larkin Hospital
62nd Avenue
Lots on 62nd Ave. Prime location by South Miami Hospital and Larkin Hospital $150 per square foot. Over 100K square feet available for sale. Call (305) 445-6921 today for complete details.
Corner Lots near So. Miami Hospital — Asking $1.6 Million
6320 Sunset Drive
Lots at 6320 Sunset Drive and 6330 Sunset Drive. Two corner lots totaling 14,260 sq. ft. and priced at $1.6 million. Prime location next to South Miami Hospital, medical offices and directly on Sunset Drive. Zoned commercial. Ready to build. Call (305) 445-6921 today for complete details.
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