The Miami Book Fair will be virtual this year!!
Nov. 15-22 — and it will be free! It will be like a “Netflix for books” accessed through a new and upgraded website with a list of programs, panels and conversations both prerecorded and livestreamed. Click a link to take you to a YouTube-like page where you watch the event. When it goes live in September you can create a watch list of the events you’re hoping to see and sign up for alerts when new authors have been added. This can provide a much larger audience in the future and include those who can't travel to Miami or leave their homes. Info HERE
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JazzAid Live at the Banyan Bowl
This 8-concert jazz series will be streamed live from the Pinecrest Gardens' Banyan Bowl Amphitheater in an effort to both save the famed Jazz series this year and help feed families across the nation. A generous portion of the proceeds from JazzAid Live will go directly to World Central Kitchen founded by acclaimed international Chef José Andrés to help to feed families affected by the pandemic. Tickets are $15 per show, or you can purchase the full subscription series for a reduced package rate of $100 for all eight shows including Jon Secada and Manhattan Transfer!! Buy NOW HERE
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Access the 2nd Floor: In-Person Experience
Fri-Sun Aug 21-23 Vizcaya Museum and Gardens 3251 South Miami Ave Miami FL 33129
This experience is your only chance to access the second floor of the Main House. Plus, museum staff will give you the inside scoop on special projects taking place in this closed area of the Main House. Info HERE
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Host your intimate virtual wedding at Frost Science.
Share one of life’s most precious moments with your loved ones virtually beneath the Gulf Stream Oculus, under the stars in the Frost Planetarium or with a nighttime skyline backdrop on our Rooftop Terrace.
Wedding package includes: 45-minute private ceremony,
Live feed with private link to share with guests, audio/visual equipment, processional music of your choice & Sparkling wine toast for the couple. Info HERE
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XXV International Ballet Festival of Miami / Film Series Through this film series the festival's aim is to educate the public by presenting dance documentaries and films highlighting the beauty of this art form. To celebrate the XXV Anniversary the festival is releasing from the archives some of the best performances from its 24 years of history available for free HERE
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Ballet Flamenco La Rosa streams 'Señorita Julia'
From Aug. 21 through Sept. 10
As 1 of 20 performances featured in International Ballet Festival Of Miami's “Support the Arts!” fund raiser, Ballet Flamenco La Rosa will stream an original Flamenco Ballet that explores love, lust, social class, and the battle of the sexes. A $10 access fee will go directly to participating companies and give the audience 24 hours to watch a performance of their choice to help us keep arts alive. Info HERE⠀
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Did you get your tickets for Grease this weekend?
Fri-Sat Aug 21-22nd at 7pm
Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition 10901 Coral Way Miami FL 33165 Head over to our website to pick your parking space and purchase your tickets. Preorder your concessions and have them delivered to your car when you arrive! Info HERE
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Carl Hiaasen & John Grisham
Thurs Aug 27 @ 7 pm
Hiaasen and Grisham sit down for what promises to be an irreverent, funny, and fascinating discussion around Hiaasen’s latest, Squeeze Me. Moderated by Books & Books founder Mitchell Kaplan; audience Q&A to follow via Zoom. Info HERE
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Evening by the Bay
Wed Aug 26 from 6-9 pm Deering Estate 16701 SW 72nd Ave Miami FL 33157 Enjoy an outdoor after hours experience surrounded by culture & history on Biscayne Bay! See outdoor art installations, part of the Deering Spring Contemporary Projects. Have a drink at a picnic under the stars. Drink packages will be available for purchase or you can bring your own food & refreshments. Info HERE
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Census takers have begun home visits to residents who have not yet completed the census with a friendly reminder on how to respond online, by paper, or by phone. Census Takers are identifiable with a government ID, practice social distancing & wear face masks when conducting visits. Please be courteous and follow safety protocols. Learn more HERE
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History Miami's...Throwback of the Week
Did you know the NFL was founded 100 years ago & was known as American Professional Football Association? The owners of four Ohio League teams, the Akron Pros, Canton Bulldogs, Cleveland Indians and Dayton Triangles, met to form a new professional league that today is the National Football League. Admission was $1.75 and each player was paid $50! Check out more of the Museum online HERE
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Frost Science Museum Pods
August 31 - October 2
Frost Museum of Science 1101 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132 Looking for a safe and clean learning space for your child to attend virtual school this fall? Until schools reopen, your child in grades K – 5 can join us onsite to complete their daily virtual school program while under the supervision of a Frost Science Educator who will provide homework assistance and basic IT support. Students will be placed in a private group (9 students maximum), forming a pod, with socially-distanced tables and more. Info HERE
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CarnivalMiami - THIS IS WHO WE DO IT FOR!
Through the Kiwanis of Little Havana Foundation, the organization impacts thousands of families annually with youth development programs including scholarships, Free youth summer camps, Back to School Project, holiday giving, and many more. Info HERE
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SMDCAC Sessions - Kim Jade Thurs Aug 27 @ 7 pm Hailing out of Key West, Kim Jade strums to the sound of funk and soul music with fun beats and smooth vocals. Info HERE
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E-LEARNING SUPPORT DAY CAMP!
Mon-Fri 7:30 am – 6 pm (Aug 31 - Oct 2)
Royal Oaks Park 16500 NW 87th Ave Miami Lakes FL 33018 The Town of Miami Lakes has partnered with the YMCA to help support our community by providing a safe environment to support children with their MDCPS e-learning (K-8) this Fall. This support camp will follow all health and safety guidelines as directed by the CDC. Info HERE
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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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