Saturday, December 11, 2010

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas

While some of you are dealing with blizzards we here is Sunny South Florida are basking in the sun. Well, not exactly. It's been COLD these past couple of days. I know 40 degree weather for some of you is a Summer day but for us it is freezing but looking on the bright side, it puts right into the Christmas mood.

For those of you planing on joining us during the Holidays, here are a few things going on that you might be interested in:

DANCE
Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine's The NutcrackerDecember 17-19 & 21-23, 2010Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Downtown Miami

MUSIC
Handel's MessiahDecember 18, 2010Adrienne Arsht Center, Downtown MiamiHandel's most enduring classic and a timeless holiday tradition, becomes a part of The Arsht Center's end-of-year holiday celebration.

Mannheim SteamrollerDecember 26, 2010Adrienne Arsht Center, Downtown MiamiInfusing new life into traditional Christmas music, Mannheim Steamroller presents selections from their award-wining holiday album.

Destination Holiday! MGMC Holiday ConcertDecember 10 & 11, 2010Lincoln Theatre, Miami BeachMiami Gay Men's Chorus presents this holiday concert.

FUN FOR FAMILIES
Santa's Enchanted ForestNovember 4, 2010 - January 9, 2011Tropical Park, West MiamiExperience this Christmas wonderland anytime from early November through early January.

Tropical Holidays at Miami Childrens MuseumDecember 1-31, 2010Miami Childrens Museum, MiamiEvery Saturday and Sunday brings a new activity celebrating winter and the holiday season.

Snow Days at the GroveDecember 4, 11 & 18, 2010Between CocoWalk and Mayfair and on Commodore Plaza in Coconut GroveKids can build snowmen and make snow angels during the Snow Days celebration. This free event will take place the first three Saturdays in December.

Story Time & Kids Crafts with SantaDecember 11 & 18, 2010 from 10:00 am - NoonDeering Estate, Cutler RidgeThe Deering Estate welcomes guests of all ages for story time with Santa, plus arts and crafts.

Zoo LightsDecember 17-23 & 26-30, 2010 from 7:00 to 10:00 pmZoo MiamiZoo Miami will open at night for a special holiday event with bright animal shaped lights, hot chocolate, holiday songs and more.

Winter Wonder IslandDecember 18, 2010 - January 2, 2011Jungle Island, MiamiJungle Island gets into the holiday season with a magical snowfall, photos with Santa, and holiday-themed shows, games and treats.

Winter Nights & LightsDecember 18-30, 2010Miami Seaquarium, Key BiscayneThis annual holiday extravaganza transforms Miami Seaquarium into a Winter Wonderland.

With the Christmas rush, don't forget that New Year's Eve sneaks up on you after the holidays. Cross one more to-do off your list by making reservations at one of these bashes. With the number of celebs in the city, you're bound to see some out waiting for the ball (or orange) to drop, and here's where some will be- call for prices and packages, but most parties include party favors, an open bar and champagne at midnight.

Mansion Nightclub: Ring in the New Year at one of Miami's hottest nightclubs. Tickets are $200 for guys and $50 for girls for open bar until midnight, with VIP and table rates available. 1235 Washington Ave, Miami Beach. (305) 695-8411.

SET Nightclub: Tickets are $200 and include a three-hour open bar; table packages are available. 320 Lincoln Road Miami Beach. (305) 531-2800.

SOBE Live: If you're looking for a hip hop NYE, you'll find it at SOBE Live. Tickets include a 3-hour open bar, buffet, champagne toast and balloon drop. 1203 Washington Avenue. (305) 725-3353.

If clubbing isn't your thing, there are plenty of other events going on around Miami for New Year's!

King Mango Strut: The King Mango Strut is an offbeat parade taking place on the last Sunday of the year in downtown Coconut Grove.

Miami Beach New Year's Eve Party: The city of Miami Beach offers a free fireworks celebration at midnight. Gather on the beach near Ocean Drive and 8th Streeet. (305) 673-7400

Bayfront Park Amphitheater: This free even features live performances by various bands. There's a countdown at midnight for the dropping of the Big Orange, followed by fireworks. This is a great family outing, if you're kids are old enough to make it until midnight. 301 North Biscayne Blvd, Miami. (305) 358-7550.

Orange Drive South Beach New Year's FestivalThrough January 2, 2011Ocean Drive will officially be renamed Orange Drive for this exciting 3-day New Year's Celebration. The streets and beach will become one big block party with events leading up to the Orange Bowl Game.

Junior Orange Bowl ParadeJanuary 2, 2011Coral GablesA parade through the streets of Coral Gables featuring floats and marching bands. The parade begins in front of Coral Gables City Hall and travels down Miracle Mile.

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