FINE ARTS

Through October 23
Jewels on Paper, a special exhibition of paintings, drawings, sketches, and lithographs on paper, by master and contemporary Cuban artists. Highlighting works by Esteban Chartrand, Lam, Amelia, Carlos Enríquez, Ponce, Cundo, Portocarrero , Mendive and others. La Barbacoa (2nd floor) presents a Group Show of gallery artists, especially featuring Humberto Castro and Enrique Agramonte, who have recently joined the gallery. Opening Reception: Friday, September 3, 2004, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Exhibit on view through October 23, 2004. at Cernuda Arte: 3155 Ponce de León Boulevard, Coral Gables. Call 305-461-1050 or visit www.cernudaarte.com for more information.
September 10 & 11
Hablas Espanol? – “Si” Says DCOTA. It’s Hispanic Heritage month and we got the fever Friday and Second Saturday @ DCOTA. Food, wine, song, silent art auction benifit and More! DANIA BEACH, FL: In tribute to South Florida’s Hispanic Heritage Month, Design Center of the Americas (DCOTA) has curated a very special 2 day program filled with exhibitions and seminars, live performances, and lectures, featuring top-class experts of Hispanic decent in the fields of architecture, food & wine, music, furniture design, literature, publishing, and modern art.
Through September 19
The exhibit “Light and Atmosphere” at Miami Art Museum explores how light and atmosphere figure in the artistic imagination and the ways in which MAM’s permanent collection reflects on the natural world. Though light and atmosphere are physical properties, in artistic terms they may refer to anything from an evocation of landscape to a metaphorical contemplation of the human condition. Included in the exhibition are two important new additions to MAM’s holdings: Teresita Fernández’ “Eclipse,” a cloud-like mosaic of acrylic cubes, and Sean Scully’s paining, “Wall of Light Rain,” from a series inspired by the artist’s visit to Mexico. Miami Art Museum is located at 101 W. Flagler St., downtown Miami. For more information, 305-375-3000 or visit www.miamiartmuseum.org.
Ongoing
The Carefree Theartre at 2000 South Dixie Highway in West Plam Beach presents three painters, Jackie Gorissen, Scott Niemi and Renaud Philippot. From Monday through Sunday from 1pm to 9pm at gallerie 624. Call 561-659-3245 for more information.
Ongoing
Lowe Art Museum cordially invites you to preview Annual UM Student Exhibitions. Part I: Juried Students from 8-10pm. Part II: MFA Wednesday May 7, 8-10pm on view through June.
Ongoing
TRACES - An installation by David Baskin Curated by Nina Arias. David Baskin's recent work explores common objects we encounter everyday, specifically within the structure of the domestic setting. Whether based on his own personal history or on that of others, Baskin is interested in the transformation that occurs when these familiar images are re-contextualized within the artificial construct of a work of art. In this process, not only are the boundaries between personal and universal experiences obscured, but also those between memory and history and object and artifact are questioned. The title TRACES is a reference to the process of creating the drawings and castings as well as a reference to the work as vestiges or footprints of the personal history embodied in each object. At the Ingalls & Associates 771 NE 125th Street Miami, FL 33161 (across from MoCA). For more information call 305.981.7900 or e-mail at IngallsGallery@aol.com
Tuesday, September 7
ArtsUnited and the Stonewall Library and Archives will feature the "Protest Photography" of renown artist Elvert Xavier Barnes in a solo exhibit at the Stonewall Library and Archives, 1717 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale from September 7 through 30, 2004. Much of the exhibit will focus on the historic April 2000 Millennium March on Washington for Equality as photographed by the artist. The featured artist Elvert Xavier Barnes, a resident of Washington, DC, will be present to meet guests at a reception to open the exhibit from 6:30 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, September 7th. The reception and exhibit are open to the general public. Admission is free, and refreshments will be served. Equality Florida's "Turn Out Florida" and the Broward County Supervisor of Elections Office will have volunteers on hand during the reception to encourage voter registration and participation in the November elections. The Stonewall Library and Archives is located at 1717 N. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. For more information about the library, go to www.stonewall-library.org.   ArtsUnited is a nonprofit, volunteer organization dedicated to using the arts to present a positive message about the gay and lesbian community. For more information about ArtsUnited, call 954-530-2723, or go to www.artsunitedonline.org. 

CENTER STAGE

Ongoing
Just the Funny - Every Friday and Saturday night at 9:00 p.m. “Saturday Night Live” meets “Who’s Line Is It Anyway?” is just what you need on the weekends as Just The Funny, Miami’s home for improv and sketch comedy, rolls in the laughter every Friday and Saturday night. Just The Funny takes audience input and creates live comedy sketches on the spot during each 90-minute performance, which keeps audiences rolling down the aisles in laughter. The actors find themselves in a variety of situations, scenes, game show parodies, and musical numbers driven by audience input and interaction. All shows are recommended for a PG-13 audience. Tickets are $10. For more information, call 305-693-8669..

 
POTPOURRI

September 10 & 11
Hablas Espanol? – “Si” Says DCOTA. It’s Hispanic Heritage month and we got the fever Friday and Second Saturday @ DCOTA. Food, wine, song, silent art auction benifit and More! DANIA BEACH, FL: In tribute to South Florida’s Hispanic Heritage Month, Design Center of the Americas (DCOTA) has curated a very special 2 day program filled with exhibitions and seminars, live performances, and lectures, featuring top-class experts of Hispanic decent in the fields of architecture, food & wine, music, furniture design, literature, publishing, and modern art.
Ongoing
Miami Beach Guild for the Blind- social group for the blind and visually impaired; meetings feature guest speakers, entertainment and lunch. Second Friday’s from 12:00 to 2:30pm at the 21st Street Recreation Center, 2100 Washington Ave. Miami Beach. For more information call Ruth at 954-435-1907. - Alzheimer’s Family Center and Coral Springs Medical Center invite you to join an Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group. Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at 2:00pm - 3:00pm at coral Springs Medical Office Complex. There is no charge to participate. For more information call the Alzheimer’s Family Center at 954-971-7155.
Each Saturday
Prime Grill, an upscale restaurant located waterside at the Shoppes at the Waterways in Aventura, sizzles with the new Prime Lounge club nights, starting at 10pm until 2am every Saturday night. Each Saturday is different theme is highlighted with a live band or DJ and is promoted by some of South Florida’s hottest independent party producers. Ladies are offered a complimentary open bar and complimentary entrance from 10-11pm. Entrance for ladies and gentlemen the rest of the night is $15 per person. The cash bar is open until closing. The Prime Grill is located at 3599 NE 207 St. in Aventura. Ample free parking is available. For more information, call 305-692-9392.
Every Sunday
Join us Every Sunday for Dinner & A Movie. $ 45.00 per person. Touch Restaurant & Lounge, 910 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL (corner of Jefferson Avenue). For Dinner Reservations, Please Call 305-532-8003 or E-Mail us via www.TouchRestaurant.com
Through June 6
The first exhibition to explore specific shipwrecks ans sea rescues around Florida’s coasts from 1575 to 2000. This one-of-a-kind exhibit features artifacts salvaged from ships, maps, photographs and much more. many activities for children including boarding a life size boat with actual movement. For morre information, call the Historical Museum at 305-375-1492 or visit www.historical-museum.org
Every Thursday
The Miami Beach Botanical Garden presents a holistic Thursday with a weekly T'ai Chi class from 6-7PM, and a yoga meditation and lesson from 7- 8:30PM in the Garden every Thursday at 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach. T'ai Chi classes with teacher Franklin Einspruch are for men and women, and priced at $10 per person. To register for Tai Chi, telephone 786-210-5164 and visitwww. sobetaichi.com. The yoga class at the Botanical Garden free admission, sponsored by the South Beach Aids Project as community outreach and to promote health and wellbeing. The 4.5 acre Miami Beach Botanical Garden at 2000 Convention Center Drive, opposite the Miami Beach Convention Center, is owned by the City of Miami Beach and operated by the Miami Beach Garden Conservancy. The Garden is open to the public, free of charge, from 9AM to 5PM Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 9AM to 9PM Thursdays and closed Mondays. For information, telephone 305-673-7256, Ext. 202.
Every Thursday
On May 6 at 6:30pm, FGlamingo Toastmasters, the Miami Beach chapter of Toastmasters International, invites you to practice and polish your communication skills while having fun meeting new friends. First and third Thursday of each month at Miami Beach City Hall, 1700 Convention Center Drive. Call 305-993-0096 for more information.
Ongoing
Miami Beach Guild for the Blind- social group for the blind and visually impaired; meetings feature guest speakers, entertainment and lunch. Second Friday’s from 12:00 to 2:30pm at the 21st Street Recreation Center, 2100 Washington Ave. Miami Beach. For more information call Ruth at 954-435-1907. - Alzheimer’s Family Center and Coral Springs Medical Center invite you to join an Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group. Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month at 2:00pm - 3:00pm at coral Springs Medical Office Complex. There is no charge to participate. For more information call the Alzheimer’s Family Center at 954-971-7155.
Each Saturday
Prime Grill, an upscale restaurant located waterside at the Shoppes at the Waterways in Aventura, sizzles with the new Prime Lounge club nights, starting at 10pm until 2am every Saturday night. Each Saturday is different theme is highlighted with a live band or DJ and is promoted by some of South Florida’s hottest independent party producers. Ladies are offered a complimentary open bar and complimentary entrance from 10-11pm. Entrance for ladies and gentlemen the rest of the night is $15 per person. The cash bar is open until closing. The Prime Grill is located at 3599 NE 207 St. in Aventura. Ample free parking is available. For more information, call 305-692-9392.
Every Thursday
Every Thursday evening at 7pm, the Kabbalah Centre offers a free introductory lecture where you can learn about the Power of Kabbalah, the wisdom of how to receive total fulfillment in life. As you learn Kabbalah, you will begin to effect qualitative and quantitative change in every area of your life—love, meaning, health, money—that now seem “out of your control.” The Kabbalah Centre is located at The Carriage House, 5401 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. For more information, call 305-692-9223.
Ongoing
Business counseling and weekly seminars for FREE! Help your existing business to grow or START your own new business. Call SCORE today at (305) 573-9290 (ext. 101) and ask for Francis to set up your free business counseling session & many free seminars-Mon-Sat-3050 Biscayne Blvd. #200, Miami www.scoremiami.com 
Every Wednesday
GermanAmerican Social Club of Greater Miami presents dinner, music, happy hour and fellowship. Open to all regardless of whether one has German heritage or not. Memberships available. Held at the German American Social Club, 11919 SW 56 Street, West Miami-Dade. Free admission. Dinner costs $6.00 and includes taxes. Come out and have fun with us. Greet old friends and make new ones. Doors open at 7pm. Call 305-553-5123 or 305-553-8587.

Live Music

Sunday, September 5
Charly Garcia in concert at the Jackie Gleason Theater, Miami Beach at 7:30 PM - 1700 Washington Ave. Tickets can be bought at www.ticketmaster.com or by calling 305-358-5885 /954-523-3309 / 561-966-3309 or at the theater by calling 305-673-7300.
Thursdays and Fridays
Happy Hour with The Rat Pack - Straight from Las Vegas, David De’Costa and The Rat Pack perform songs from Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Dean Martin and the legendary crooners every Thursday and Friday from 6-10 p.m. in The Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, Coconut Grove. For more information, call 305-644-4680.

CLASSES

Mondays & Thursdays
Dance the summer away with adult hip hop dance classes from 8:00pm to 9:30pm. Each class will do a complete warm-up, exercise across the floor and center combination. Classes are only $12, first time students please calll ahead to recieve a class coupon. For more information call 954-475-3000.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
The University for the Performing Arts is proud to offer Intermediate Ballet for Adults. Tuesdays & Thursdays at 6:30 - 8pm. This class is geard for the adult student who wants to enhance their skill in classical ballet under the direction of professional dance teachers. Each class is only $12! First time students, call ahead to recieve a class coupon! For more information please call 954-475-3000.
Ongoing
The Ballet Workout classes are held at ArtServe, 1350 E Sunrise Blvd, Ft. Lauderdale. On Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 to 10:30 am. The Ballet Workout is based on the New York City Ballet Workout and combines toning, strength training, cardio and flexibility all in a 50 minute time period. No ballet experience needed. For more information call 954-537-3005. Call to reserve your space.
Wednesdays
New at the Mid Eastern Dance Exchange - Afro-Brazillian dance - Orixas, samba, Blocos-Afros. Taught by Isaura Oliveira, master dance instructor from Bahia, Brazil. No experience necessary, wear comfortable clothing and bring a sarong or large piece of fabric.

SINGLES

Every Friday
The Single Gourment sponsors gatherings for singles every Friday eveing at some of the finest, well known restaurants in the tri-county area. Quality singles are provided with an upscale climate to dine, meet and mingle. For more informtaion about our upcoming events, please call 954-723-9608 or 305-371-8717 or 561-470-1896.
September 14 - 23
HurryDate in South Florida this September! Wanna meet someone quick? HurryDate ˆ the newest dating phenomenon is partying in South Florida! Shaking up the singles scene, HurryDate offers oodles of real live dates all in one fun night out! After each date, daters indicate on a SCOREcard whether they would like to see each person again and HurryDate‚s matching software calculates the results. Plus, there are profiles with photos online to help you remember whom you met! Fort Lauderdale Events:
Tuesday, September 14th (men & women ages 25-35)
The River House - 302 SW 3rd Avenue
Tuesday, September 21st (women ages 30-40, men ages 35-45)
Ole Ole Mexican Grille - 300 SW First Avenue (2nd Floor Las Olas Riverfront)
Miami Events:
Wednesday, September 15th (men & women ages 25-35)
Oxygen Lounge - 2911 Grand Avenue, Suite 500 (Streets of Mayfair, Coconut Grove)
Tuesday, September 21st (men & women ages 25-35)
Gatsby‚s Kendall - 8575 SW 124 Avenue
Delray/Boca Events:
Thursday, September 23rd (women ages 30-40, men ages 35-45)
Sopra’s - 110 East Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach
Time:
Doors open at 7:00 p.m., HurryDating starts at 7:30 p.m.
Cost:
$35.00 - Drink specials included!

Save the Date

November 27 - Decemeber 2
A Singles Affair is sponsoring a 5-nite Western Caribbean cruise to Grand Cayman & Ocho Rios for 300+ singles of all ages. Low prices start at $299. For more information contact Carol at 954-370-7352.
September 10 and 11
This fall, Rock The Universe will set the stage for the most music-filled weekend at Universal Studios Florida featuring 24 of the best names in Christian rock and contemporary praise and worship music. Rock The Universe is one of the nation’s most powerful and inspiring music events, converging inspiring music and cutting-edge rides and attractions on September 10 and 11. Rock The Universe tickets are on sale now online at www.rocktheuniverse.com or by calling 1-866-RTU-INFO (1-866-788-4636). Tickets also can be purchased through Ticketmaster beginning April 9. For groups of 10, the Rock Your Weekend ticket offers great value and a weekend of inspiring music and thrilling rides and attractions. Additionally, groups will receive one free Rock The Universe ticket for every 10 tickets purchased, and tickets purchased before July 16 are eligible for a question and answer session with some of the bands. The two-day musical event – with more performances per night than ever – will feature Grammy-winning and best selling acts such as Mercy Me, Audio Adrenaline and Casting Crowns. Music fans attending Rock the Universe will also experience the excitement of Universal Studios Florida’s thrilling attractions throughout the weekend, including Universal’s latest technologically advanced, psychological thrill ride – Revenge of the Mummy-The Ride..

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