Thursday, April 8, 2010

What's happening????

Coming to visit us in April or May??? Well if you are, here is a list of just some of the things going on in our area.

Since we are in such a busy city, it is impossible to list everything that's going on so for a more detailed list please visit: http://gomiami.about.com/ and/or http://www.miamiandbeaches.com/visitors/calendar.aspx


3rd Thursday April 15th.
Celebrate Spring with the Mariachis (6-7 pm) and Salsa Band (7-9pm) on Harding Ave. (95th Street at Harding Ave.)

April 18, 2010
Noon to Sundown
Fun for the whole family with hands-on nature workshops, organic and vegetarian food, EcoAdventure Tram Tours and nature walks, and a Kids Corner. Families can bring blankets or lawn chairs to enjoy the outdoor concerts, and any electronics and computer equipment for recycling. Parking at Crandon Park is $6.

April 22 - 24, 2010
2010 Miami Wine & Food Festival
Ranked as one of the top ten wine events in the nation, the festival features an array of culinary and wine events including wine tasting and interactive dinner with a top chef, live and silent auctions offering exotic travel packages, and some of the highest quality wine lots in South Florida. And it's all for a good cause! All proceeds benefit Camillus House and United Way of Miami-Dade. For more information visit: Visit the festival web site at http://www.miamiwinefestival.org/ or call 305-371-WINE

April 24, 2010
10 am to 7 pm
Bayfront Park will serve as the perfect backdrop for this exciting eco-friendly event that’s fun for the entire family. There will be live performances and seminars, eWaste recycling, a clothing swap, science fun for kids, and much more.

April 25th
Lincoln Road Outdoor Antiques & Collectibles Market

http://www.antiquecollectiblemarket.com/
Vendors display antiques including jewelry, china, vintage clothing, furniture, and more between the 800 and 1000 blocks of Lincoln Road and Drexel. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Address:Along Lincoln Road Miami Beach, FL 33139 Miami Beach - Art Deco District/South Beach
Tel#: 305/673-4991

April 26 thru May 2
Fleet Week Port Everglades 2010
MONDAY All Hands On Deck Seminole Hard Rock to meet sailors as they arrive and give drink tickets. 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

TUESDAY Ship Tours 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Habitat for Humanity- Hospital and School Visits, MWR 8:00 AM

WEDNESDAY Ship Tours 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

THURSDAY Ship Tours 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM Habitat for Humanity - Hospital and School Visits, MWR 8:00AM

FRIDAY Ship Tours 9:00 AM TO 12:00 NOON, 1:00 TO 4:00 PM Dignitary Reception 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

SATURDAY Ship Tours 9:00 AM TO 12:00 NOON, 1:00 PM TO 4:00 PM

SUNDAY Ship Tours 9:00 AM TO 12:00 NOON, 1:00 TO 4:00 PM
April 29th
Dining Out For Life
http://www.miamiandbeaches.com/visitors/Event_Count.aspx?coe_id=75211&date_id=7958
Dining Out For Life is a one-day international fundraiser taking place in over 55 metropolitan areas across the U.S. and Canada, benefiting local HIV/AIDS agencies, where participating restaurants donate a portion of their food sales to their hosting agencies. On April 29, 2010, Dining Out For Life will benefit Care Resource, South Florida's oldest and largest HIV/AIDS service organization. Funds will allow Care Resource to provide continued quality services in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties including primary health care, dental, psychosocial, case management, home-delivered meals by Food For Life Network, prevention education, clinical trials and testing.
Address: Various restaurants in Miami and Miami Beach.Miami, FL 33139 Miami Beach
Tel#: 305/576-1234, ext. 236

April 30, 2010
Jazz at MoCA
MoCA presents free jazz concerts on the last Friday of each month. Bring a blanket, sit out under the stars, and enjoy the sounds of smooth jazz.
Venue: Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) in North Miami
Telephone: 305-893-6211
Time: 8:00pm

April 30th, 2010
Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays
A free, monthly showcase of artists, sculptors, and musicians. The event consists of outdoor musical performances, outdoor art exhibits, visits to art galleries and cultural centers, cuisine tasting at participating restaurants, and other exhibits at the historic Tower Theatre. Free walking tours of Little Havana also take place during the festival.Viernes Culturales is held on the last Friday of every month from 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm along Calle Ocho (S.W. 8th Street) between 14th and 17th Avenues), in Little Havana.

May 16th, 2010
7th Annual Greynolds Park Love-In
11 a.m.- 6:30 p.m. Free Admission, vehicle parking fee $10.
The Greynolds Park Love-In is a celebration of the 1960s with music, vintage clothing and memorabilia. Once a hangout of the “flower child,” Greynolds Park during the 1960s was the site in Miami for jam sessions, poetry readings and peaceful demonstrations. The family will enjoy a host of activities and exhibits which include: 60s Costume Contest, 60s-Style Vendors, A Fun Kids Zone, Food and Drink Vendors, Arts and Crafts, Hula-hoop contest, Frisbee throwing contest, Tie-dying tee-shirts, Hippie photo opportunities, Sidewalk chalk drawing for children.

May 21 to May 23rd, 2010
Cuba Nostalgia
http://www.miamiandbeaches.com/visitors/Event_Count.aspx?coe_id=68205&date_id=34
Annual expo and festival of Cuban culture, memorabilia and collectibles. Features a fine art show, exhibits, books, food and music.
Address:Fair Expo Center -10901 SW 24th St. Miami, FL 33133 (Sweetwater Water Area)
Tel#: 305/856-7595

May 28th, 2010
Jazz at MoCAMoCA presents free jazz concerts on the last Friday of each month. Bring a blanket, sit out under the stars, and enjoy the sounds of smooth jazz.Venue: Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) in North Miami
Telephone: 305-893-6211
Time: 8:00pm

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