What's happening this week...
Attracting Audiences in the New Era
Free Virtual Workshop for Meeting / Event Planners, Attractions, Arts & cultural Organizations, Travel Agents
Thurs Aug 6 @ 9-10 am 
As the world emerges from self-isolation, locals and visitors are ready to get out of the house and explore again. What is your message to past audiences, new visitors and superfans that are looking to experience all of Miami's unique offerings? This guided discussion by GMCVB will explore best practices in this new era. Info HERE
Join HistoryMiami Museum for a sip of history!
Tues Aug 4 @ 6 - 7:30 PM
See South Florida’s past and present through conversations with artists, activists, and community stakeholders hosted by resident Historian, Dr. Paul George. Recipes for Miami inspired cocktails will be emailed to all registered participants to try with it at home. Info HERE
Michele Harper & Daniela Lamas on The Beauty in Breaking
Tues Aug 4 @ 7 pm Chronicling a violent upbringing, the surprise disintegration of her marriage, and her struggle to thrive as a Black female ER doctor in what is an aggressively white, male-dominated field, first-time author Harper has crafted a gripping and ultimately empowering memoir. Info HERE
Be sure to see the Secret Doors and Passages Vizcaya digital tour before it closes to public tonight at midnight HERE
Plus check out the views from the roof of the Casino on the Garden Mound plus more hidden secrets when we go LIVE on Facebook today at 4 pm HERE.
In preparation for potential impacts from Tropical Storm Isaias, the Florida Department of Emergency Management and Miami-Dade & Broward County have closed outdoor COVID-19 testing sites .
City of Parkland Blood Drive 
Tues Aug 4 @ 10 am - 6 pm
Pine Trails Park 10555 Trails End, Parkland, FL 33076 Those successfully donating blood will receive a free Coronavirus (COVID-19) antibody test and wellness checkup of blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and iron count. Info HERE
Virtual Take-A-Kid Fishin' Rodeo
Sat Aug 8 from 7am to 7pm
Register and pick up your Play Davie Fishin’ Fun Pack August 3-6 between 9am-7pm! Then enjoy some fishing fun while socially distancing. Register and learn more HERE
FREE Virtual Hip Hop Dance Workshops 
The African Heritage Cultural Arts Center (AHCAC) and Culture Shock Miami join together to offer free five-week virtual Hip Hop Dance workshops beginning Aug 4th for ages 10+. Register HERE
Calling all seniors! Come and get your daubers! 
The City of Hialeah is now offering free virtual BINGO to all seniors 55 and over held online every Tuesday at 2 PM . Pre-registration is required. To register call (305) 818-9143. 
Got Stress?? Try yoga!    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) & Zoom  ID:93019348357 (Thurs) Password: zoom  sponsored by  Baptist Health South Florida Info  HERE
Need help growing your online business presence? Join the Bricks & Clicks webinar on August 5th at 10am via Zoom using ID: 666 475 152 sign in between 9:30am-10am or watch live on the Town of Miami Lakes’ Facebook , YouTube , LinkedIn and Vimeo !
SMDCAC Sessions - Sons of Mystro Thurs Aug 6 @ 7 pm
Hear award-winning stars on the rise, violinist brothers Malcolm and Umoja play reggae classics, & American pop songs. Info HERE
Virtual Monthly Bluegrass Festival
Sun Aug 2 from 1-5pm Enjoy various bands performing each hour. Info HERE
NMB Library’s Re-employment Academy
Thursdays @ 4pm
Join us next week as we kick off a full month of Virtual Job Fair Zoom Workshop events designed to get you hired! Info HERE
Soar to FrostScience and follow the astounding story of flight in our Feathers to the Star exhibition —from feathered dinosaurs, to brilliant feats of human ingenuity to the adventure of future space travel. 🦅✈️ 🚀 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
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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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