Upcoming Events



May 15, 2013 – May 18, 2013

José Manuel Ballester: Concealed Spaces

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Not many artists have the nerve to evict Jesus and his apostles from one of history’s most famous paintings, but José Manuel Ballester is the rare talent willing to match wits with Leonardo da Vinci and give a fresh interpretation of the Renaissance master’s iconic work. Ballester has removed all the figures from da Vinci’s The Last Supper in his new photo-based series, in which he reconceptualizes masterpieces from art history by amputating all living beings and erasing any sign of action from the iconic opuses

Start: May 15, 2013 8:00 am
End: May 18, 2013 5:00 pm
Venue: Frost Museum of Art
Address:
10975 SW 17th St, Miami, FL, 33199, United States
Cost: Free

May 17, 2013 – May 18, 2013

Miami Dolphins Foundations Fins Weekend

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Miami Dolphins crown jewel gala benefiting the Miami Dolphins Foundation.

The three-day extravaganza, held from May 16-18, includes an exciting weekend of golf, fishing and celebrities. All proceeds from Fins Weekend benefit the Miami Dolphins Foundation. The event has raised more than $3 million for local charities.

Tickets are now available at www.finsweekend.com

Friday, May 17, 2013              Hook & Tackle Captains Party $250.00

Saturday, May 18th, 2013    Award Ceremony and Dinner $100.00

 

Start: May 17, 2013
End: May 18, 2013
Venue: Fins Weekend / Miami Beach Marina
Phone: 3054393355
Address:
300 Alton Road, Miami Beach, FL, 33139, United States
Cost: Free

May 17, 2013 – May 20, 2013

Picasso to Koons: The Artist as Jeweler

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The exhibition of some 200 works by 135 artists is an intimate, often whimsical side of some of the greatest artists of recent times, each offering a singular vision of adornment. The exceptional and little-known works of wearable sculpture will reward viewers with new insights into the creative wellsprings of such artistic giants as Georges Braque, Max Ernst, Lucio Fontana, Louise Nevelson, Anthony Caro, Yoko Ono, and Anish Kapoor.

Start: May 17, 2013 8:00 am
End: May 20, 2013 5:00 pm
Venue: Bass Museum of Art
Address:
2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 33139, United States
Cost: $8

May 18, 2013

Microsoft Retail Store at Dadeland Mall Opening 5/18 – ft. Gym Class Heroes!

The Microsoft retail store is opening at Dadeland Mall on Saturday, May 18, 2013. The Grand Opening ceremony will begin at 10:30 a.m.

Date: May 18, 2013
Venue: Microsoft Store
Address:
7535 N Kendall Dr, Miami, FL, United States
Cost: Free

Swing-n-Pray Golf Tournament

The St.Louis Catholic Church Knights of Columbus and Columbiette Auxiliary are hosting a Swing-n-Pray Golf Tournament on Sat. May 18th at Keys Gate Golf and Country Club, 2300 SE Palm Drive; Homestead. This will be a scramble format tournament with a 12 noon shotgun start. Price is $125 per golfer; singles welcome. Fee includes green fees, cart,polo shirt,bag lunch, awards,gift bag and banquet with one hour open bar. Hole in one vehicle is a new Ford F150 donated by Palmetto Ford Truck Sales; valued at more than $34,000. There will be fun holes, mulligans, raffles and a silent auction. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For information and registration please contact:

Betty Quinn, Event Co-Chair    (305)281-3014

bettyq0629@bellsouth.net

Date: May 18, 2013
Venue: Swing-n-Pray Golf Tournament
Phone: 3052300397
Address:
2300 SE Palm Drive, Homestead, FL, 33035, United States
Cost: $125 per golfer

Change the World Community Festival

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Date: May 18, 2013
Venue: Fulford United Methodist Church
Address:
1900 NE 164th St, North Miami Beach, FL, United States

The Center for Family and Child Enrichment, Inc. 4th Annual 5K Walk/Run-a-Thon for Foster Care Month

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Come join us for our 4th Annual 5K Walk/Run-a-thon-Change a Lifetime benefiting programs and services supporting foster care children under the care of CFCE.

All ages welcome to participate. Other health activities. Prizes/Food/Drinks. $25!

The Center for Family and Child Enrichment is a private non-profit child welfare agency that has been enriching the lives of children and families for over 35 years. During this time, we have calmed the fears of children who were alone and placed them in loving homes. Our mission is to help children and families help themselves live a better life and build a stronger community. All donations received are tax deductible to the extent of the law.

 

 

 

Start: May 18, 2013 8:00 am
End: May 18, 2013 11:00 am
Venue: Betty T. Ferguson Recreation Complex
Phone: 786-279-1222
Address:
3000 NW 199th Street, Miami Gardens, FL, 33056, United States
Cost: $25.00

Duffels for Kids Walk

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Every day, a child in care transitions into another home without proper luggage. Help the Florida State Foster/Adoptive Parent Association break the cycle! Support the Duffels for Kids Walk at Jungle Island on May 18. Through the Duffels for Kids program, every child in foster care will receive a free duffel bag to call his or her own, even as they transition back to their biological parents or to another permanent family.

Start: May 18, 2013 9:00 am
End: May 18, 2013 12:00 pm
Venue: Jungle Island
Address:
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL, 33132, United States
Cost: $35

Miami-Dade County Public Schools South Region Curriculum EXPO

Miami-Dade County Public Schools South Region will host two Curriculum Fairs on Saturday May 18,2013. The first will be for the Miami Southridge Senior High Feeder Pattern from 11am-2pm at the South Dade Regional Library at 10750 SW 211th Ave and the second Curriculum EXPO will be at the Falls Shopping Center for the Miami Palmetto Senior High and the Miami Killian Senior High Feeder Patterns from 2pm-5pm at 8888 SW 136th Street.

Start: May 18, 2013 11:00 am
End: May 18, 2013 5:00 pm
Venue: Curriculum EXPO
Phone: 305-252-3041
Address:
8888 SW 136TH Street., Miami, FL, 33176, United States
Cost: Free

Monster Madness (Adults)

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We will have great fun learning some basic hand stitches while we create these adorable Monsters. Customize your creation to make it as Ghoulish as you dare! This is a series of two classes. The first class you will be making your Monster from a pre made pattern. The second class is a DIY (Design your Own) pattern Monster or you can pick another one of the patterns.

Start: May 18, 2013 1:00 pm
End: May 18, 2013 4:00 pm
Venue: Spark Creativity
Phone: (786) 227-6874
Address:
11511 S. Dixie Hwy, Pinecrest, FL, 33156, United States
Cost: $38

NSU’s Circle of Friends Present ROCK the NIGHT AWAY

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Remember how much fun those ‘sock hops’ of the 50’s and 60’s were? Join Nova Southeastern University’s (NSU) Circle of Friends for a classic 50’s type dinner; listen and dance to classic sounds of the 50’s and 60’s as performed by “South Florida’s Favorite Party Band” – The Fabulons!

Start: May 18, 2013 6:00 pm
End: May 18, 2013 6:00 pm
Venue: Nova Southeastern University's Don Taft University Center
Phone: 954-262-4593
Address:
3301 College Avenue, Davie, FL, 33314, United States

Bauuer @ Grand Central

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How many times have you danced "con los terroristas"? If you're anything like the rest of world it's more times than you can count. Admit it, you were doing the "Harlem Shake" all through March. Even now, Baauer's biggest hit is climbing past 39 million views on YouTube while some people can't let go, continuing to bravely make meme videos, even though the haters might shoot them for it at any moment. We're sick of hearing about it too.

Start: May 18, 2013 9:00 pm
End: May 18, 2013 11:55 pm
Venue: Grand Central
Address:
697 N. Miami Ave, Miami, FL, 33136, United States
Cost: 15-20

May 19, 2013

Mon PapIllon (My Butterfly) Events Presents the 4th Annual Hat Affair Brunch

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Lorna Owens Speaks at

4th Annual Hats Affair

 

Ft. Lauderdale,  FL – Mon Papillion Event’s Inc. will host it’s 4th Annual Hats Affair on Sunday, May 19th, 2013 from  11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Signature Memories as a celebration of women and the multiple hats we wear in our daily lives.  Guests dress in their Sunday’s best, hats and all, at the 4th Annual Hats Affair. The event’s core purpose is to give back, by donating some of the proceeds to Pennies for Haiti which is an orphanage located in Port-au-Prince.

 

WHAT:  

The   4th Annual Hat’s Affair will feature designer Guerda   Pierre will present her Lordana Collection and the much anticipated Best Hat   Competition. 

International   motivation speaker and life strategist Lorna Owens will deliver the key note   address. Lorna is a member of the Florida Bar Entertainment Section and Black   Lawyer Entertainment and Sports. Prior to making a name for herself in the   entertainment industry, her experience as an Assistant State Attorney for   Dade County brought her in contact with some the most influential people in the   State. She was the Coordinator of the 1997 International Global Economic   Summit for Women in Miami. Lorna has served on a number of committees   championing Women's Rights and is Former President of the Women's Political   Caucus for Dade County.

 

 

WHO:  

The   4th Annual Hat’s Affair is also brought to you by Mon Papillion   Events, designer Guerda Pierre and international motivational Speaker Lorna   Owens.  Percentage of the proceeds   supports an orphanage in Port-au-Prince via Pennies for Haiti. 

WHEN:  

Sunday,  May 19, 201311:00   AM – 3:00 PM

 

WHERE:  

Signature   Memories Event Center299   North Federal Highway

Fort   Lauderdale, Florida

 

ADMISSION:

Tickets   may be purchased for $50 at  www.MonPapillonEvents.com 

 

 

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Start: May 19, 2013 11:00 am
End: May 19, 2013 3:00 pm
Venue: Signatures Memories
Phone: 954) 712-1333
Address:
299 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301, United States
Cost: $50

Spring Pedals Bike Tour: Little Italy

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Spring Pedals Bike Tour: Little Italy

Start: May 19, 2013 11:00 am
End: May 19, 2013 5:00 pm
Venue: Coral Gables Museum
Address:
285 Aragon Ave, Miami, FL, 33134, United States
Cost: $5-10