What's happening this week...
While COVID-19 has limited our availability to meet in person at our annual conference, we will be hosting a zoom “mini-conference”. Each of the hour-long educational webinars are  FREE  of charge. Be sure to REGISTER NOW for each of these informational and timely sessions!
"Back to Business: Marketing on a Budget in the New Normal”@10am It’s time to REBOOT and get back to business. Our digital marketing tips and strategies will make your business get noticed online - without breaking your budget. 
June 17 @ 4pm
“Keeping Communication Open” Virtual Networking Happy Hour Hands on ideas to show your appreciation of supportive sponsors, volunteers, clients and stakeholders. Includes a special  “Taste of GMFEA”  segment - an interactive tour of an Italian vineyard with sommelier Heath Porter.
June 18 @ 10am “The Execution of Contracts in the New Normal” Whether a performer, vendor, organization, supplier or stakeholder – what we all need to consider in planning the conversation and the legal documents.
SMDCAC Sessions Featuring Nicole Henry
Thurs June 18 at 7pm
Free Access via  https://www.facebook.com/SMDCAC  
Support one of the jazz world's most acclaimed vocalists by donating to VENMO: @Nicole-Henry-22 | PAYPAL or ZELLE: info@nicolehenry.com Info  HERE
Hanzhi Wang, Accordion 
Sat JUNE 13 at 4 pm 
Join us for LIVE with Mainly Mozart , a unique series of seven free live online events occurring every Saturday thru June 27 at 4pm. These curated broadcasts will feature a stellar lineup of artists in performance and conversation, sharing behind-the-scenes insights, excerpts from past performances, and live musical moments. Info HERE . See more free events listed at CultureShock HERE
Vizcaya has been home to a number of Hollywood films over the years and we’re thinking of turning this into a scavenger hunt. Would you be up for the challenge during your visit to Vizcaya? What movie was this?
Info HERE
A Virtual Evening With Chanel Cleeton
Thurs June 18 @ 7 pm Crowdcast
Her new novel, The Last Train to Key West is set in 1935 when three women’s paths cross unexpectedly and the danger swirling around them is matched only by the deadly storm threatening the Keys. Info HERE
Always wanted to try yoga without having to leave home? Here's your chance! In an effort to aid in social distancing efforts & minimize the risk of COVID-19 Bayfront Park's FREE yoga classes are virtual! Join us at 5 pm via Zoom ID: 94340778343(Tues) & 93019348357 (Thurs) Password: zoom sponsored by Baptist Health South Florida . Info HERE
Connect with the Past in the Future & Save 50%* on Deering Estate Admission Tickets when Purchased in Advance & enjoy guided tours, historic museums, nature preserves and picnic by Biscayne Bay. Not only do you get great savings, but your general admission tickets can be used anytime through March 31, 2021. Info HERE
We're looking forward to seeing our members this weekend as we kick off our Frost Science members-only days now thru Sunday, June 14! Don't forget that you will need to reserve your admission tickets online before you visit. The museum will open to general public on Monday, June 15. Not a Frost Science member? If you sign up/renew a membership today, you’ll get to visit the museum before the general public on Monday and help us donate a FREE one-year membership to an essential worker and their family! Info HERE
Town of Davie’s Drive Thru Animal Encounter
Sat June 13 at 10 AM – 2 PM
Bamford Sports Complex 3801S Pine Island Rd Davie FL Take an adventurous ride to view over 25 animals from across the world right in the comfort of your car. Admission is FREE and donations for the animals are greatly appreciated. We encourage those who plan to attend to come prepared as restroom and concession facilities will not available. Be patient, be kind, and expect a line. Attendees must remain in the vehicle and adhere to current CDC guidelines. Info HERE
Looking for ideas for Father's Day?
We are helping make your Father’s Day oFISHally FINtastic! Registration to pick up fishing kits for the tournament is now open HERE
The Creative Learning and Play (CL&P) Virtual Summer Camp focuses on social interaction, academic results, and engaging enrichment activities! As our centers are still closed but summer camp is needed virtual programing will be offered to children ages 6 to 11. ⁣⁣⁣Info HERE
Enjoy Art Where You Are!
FUNDarte@Home presented Flamenco Frequencies, by Karen Lugo - Casa Patas Flamenco Foundation on November 8, 2015 -  enjoy it again now from the archives. Info HERE
Visual artist Eric Houston will read stories and teach us how to draw characters from the stories as part of Summer Reading Club and Virtual Programs now thru August 15. Daily programs featuring mixed up fairy tales, live theater, guest performers, space and science adventures, circus and magic shows, famous authors, arts and crafts, and virtual journeys! Info HERE
Florida Grand's Live Opera Lab (LOL)Summer Program @ FGO's Doral Center 8390 NW 25th St Miami FL 33122 Carefully crafted to give aspiring young singers the tools they need to succeed, LOL offers a well-diversified program in a professional environment. All instructors are industry professionals, offering you an authentic and relevant experience in the business of opera as well as valuable connections that will support you on your musical journey. Info HERE
Orchestra Miami Virtual Happy Hour
Fri June 12 @ 6pm
Join us today for a spectacular string performance by Karen-Lord Powell and Brian Powell! Tune-in by watching on Facebook Live or logging into our Zoom webinar which will allow us to see each other, chat with each other, ask questions and feel like we are all together! Info HERE
International Virtual Ancestral Remembrance 
Sat June 13 @ 1130am - 1:30pm
Communities in Africa, the Caribbean, and North and South America will come together for an unprecedented electronically linked Ancestral Remembrance of the Middle Passage honoring the memory of the millions who perished in more than four centuries of the so-called Transatlantic “slave trade”. Info HERE
Miami Hispanic Cultural Arts Center / Creation Art Center in collaboration with Art & Decor Productions Wed June 17 at 8- 9 PM will present "Intimo" a new program with favorite artists led by actor and director Alejando Galindo & will be featured on Instagram live and Facebook Live. Info HERE
What are you doing to stay top of mind with your fans? Tag us @gmfea_miami and we can repost on social about how you're changing things up to keep everyone safe in the "New Normal" .
How our members are helping with this crisis:
Over 750 families received food at Marlins Park thanks to the efforts of Feeding South Florida, The Marlins Organization and Kiwanis of Little Havana. Info HERE
ASSESS, COLLABORATE, ACTIVATE — SAFELY REOPEN WITH AAA FLAG & BANNER Info HERE
Greater Miami Festivals and Events Association created this FACEBOOK group as a resource for event professionals to share knowledge, lend support and celebrate successes. Join today and invite other event pros HERE
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR "FANTASTIC" SPONSORS
PLATINUM SPONSORS
SAPPHIRE SPONSORS
GOLD SPONSORS
With the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Tourist Development Council, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Mayor and the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners.
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