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SOUTH BEACH ~ EVENTS
/ January 2008 / February 2008 / Event: African Music Festival Dates: 1/18/2008 to 1/21/2008 Description: Concert performances by various artists playing a variety of pulsating 'hip shaking' music from Afro-Beat, West African Highlife, Soukous, Makossa, Juju, Reggae, Salsa, Merengue and World Music. Also enjoy cultural displays, arts and crafts, food and beverage vendors in addition to special events including comedy shows and networking parties, all with an African connection Location: James L. Knight Center 400 SE Second St. Miami Downtown Miami Area Telephone: 305-416-5970 Website: http://africanmusicfestival.net Event: Art Deco Weekend Dates: 1/18/2008 to 1/20/2008 Description: Step back in time and celebrate Art Deco style on the Broadway stage with live music, art and antiques dealers, walking tours, films, lectures, classic cars, street theater and more. Location: Along Ocean Drive, between 5th and 15th Streets Miami Beach, FL Miami Beach - Art Deco District South Beach Telephone: 305-672-2014 Website: http://www.mdpl.org Event: Miami Jewish Film Festival Dates: 1/19/2008 to 1/27/2008 Description: The Miami Jewish Film Festival and CAJE Film Society present richly diverse national and international films of artistic merit and thought-provoking subject matter. Visit the web site for ticket information and film schedule. Location: Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County.
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Event: Martin Luther King Day Parade Dates: 1/21/2008 Description: Annual Martin Luther King Day parade travels along Northwest 54th Street, beginning at 10th Avenue in Liberty City and culminating in a festival at the Martin Luther King Jr. Park at 6101 Northwest 32nd Court. Festivities include a children's cultural area, food booths and a vendor marketplace. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: Northwest 54th Street and 10th Avenue Miami, FL 33130 Liberty City Telephone: 305-250-5327 Event: Miami International Orchid Show Dates: 1/23/2008 to 1/27/2008 Description: The show features more than 200 exhibitors and 500,000 orchids. See some of the finest orchid displays in the country, and select from a wide variety of orchids and orchid products. Location: Sheraton Miami Mart 711 NW 72nd Ave. Miami, FL 33126 Airport Area Telephone: 305-255-3656 Website: http://www.sforchid.com Event: Tamiami International Orchid Show Dates: 1/26/2008 to 1/27/2008 Description: South Florida's winter orchid extravaganza, featuring over 40 commercial orchid growers from around the nation and the world. Beautiful displays, plant sales, art and supplies. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Location: Fair Expo Center 10901 Coral Way Miami, FL 33165 Sweetwater Area Telephone: 305-223-7060 Website: http://www.fairexpo.com Event: International Chocolate Festival Dates: 1/26/2008 to 1/27/2008 Description: Enjoy everything chocolate! Learn about where chocolate comes from, taste different types of chocolate and experience so much more--for the whole family! 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Location: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden 10901 Old Cutler Rd. Coral Gables, FL 33156 Coral Gables Telephone: 305-667-1651 Website: http://www.fairchildgarden.org Event: Taste of the Garden Dates: 1/30/2008 Description: Distinguised local chefs will feature their signature dishes as well as top tastes and fine wine selections from local restaurants. This event raises money for the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Tickets are $35; $45 at the door and inlcude valet parking. For tickets and information, call (305) 673-4166. Time: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Location: Miami Beach Botanical Garden 2000 Convention Center Dr. Miami Beach, FL 33139 Miami Beach - Art Deco District/South Beach Telephone: 305-531-0038 Website: http://www.mbgarden.org Event: The Original Miami Beach Antique Show Dates: 1/31/2008 to 2/4/2008 Description: More than 1,000 dealers provide shopping opportunities for antique lovers. Location: Miami Beach Convention Center 1901 Convention Center Dr. Miami Beach, FL 33139 Miami Beach - Art Deco District/South Beach Telephone: 305-732-6642 Website: http://www.dmgantiqueshows.com Event: 50th Annual Ebony Fashion Show Dates: 2/1/2008 Description: Haute couture and ready-to-wear ensembles from top international designers including Bill Blass, Carolina Herrera, Dolce & Gabbana, Missoni and more will be showcased at the 50th Annual Ebony Fashion Fair. The show provides funding for a variety of scholarship programs and other African-American charities. Models will take to the runway at 8 p.m. Location: University of Miami Bank United Center 1245 Walsh Ave. Coral Gables, FL 33146 Coral Gables Telephone: 305-827-1499 Website: http://www.EbonyFashionFair.com Event: 1st Annual Carnival at CocoWalk Dates: 2/2/2008 Description: Kicking off the first day of Carnival in Brazil, Cocowalk will have a fun-filled Carnival event with a live Samba band and Brazilian Samba dancers and samplings of Moleca, a traditional Brazilian drink. 7 p.m. to midnight. Free. Location: CocoWalk 3015 Grand Ave. Coconut Grove, FL 33133 Coconut Grove Telephone: 305-444-0777 Website: http://www.cocowalk.net Event: Flamenco Festival Miami Dates: 2/7/2008 to 2/9/2008 Description: Flamenco Festival is a national event that will be in Miami?s Carnival Center for the first time this year and features a three-day, multi-event celebration of the kaleidoscopic colors, powerful rhythms, and searing intensity of flamenco. Enjoy three headlining performances by flamenco?s biggest stars in the Knight Concert Hall as well as parties, photo exhibits, and film screenings all over town. Visit the web site for ticket information and times. Location: Carnival Center for the Performing Arts 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132 Downtown Miami Area Telephone: 305-949-6722 Website: http://www.carnivalcenter.org Event: Miami Beach Festival of the Arts Dates: 2/9/2008 to 2/10/2008 Description: Showcases the juried artwork of more than 100 artists from across the nation, including paintings, sculpture, glass, ceramics, jewelry, and photographs. Entertainment by local arts groups, international food court and children's activities. Free admission. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: Ocean Terrace Collins Avenue at 73rd Street Miami Beach, FL 33140 Miami Beach Telephone: 305-865-4147 Website: http://www.gonorthbeach.com Event: Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Dates: 2/14/2008 to 2/18/2008 Description: One of the largest new boat shows in the world showcasing more than 2,000 exhibitors. The latest powerboats, sailboats, engines, electronics and accessories are exhibited at three different locations Location: Miami Beach Convention Center - 1901 Convention Center Dr. - Miami Beach, FL 33139 Miami Beach - Art Deco District -South Beach Telephone: 954-441-3220 Website: http://www.miamiboatshow.com/ Event: South Beach Wine and Food Festival Dates: 2/21/2008 to 2/24/2008 Description: Join your favorite Food Network hosts including Rachael Ray, Emeril Lagasse, Giada De Laurentiis, Bobby Flay, Tyler Florence and many more for cooking demos and book signings at the Festival's Grand Tasting Village. Other events include the Mo& Chandon BubbleQ, Wine Spectator Wine Seminars, a Tribute Dinner and more Location: Various locations throughout South Beach. Miami Beach - Art Deco District/South Beach Telephone: 877-762-3933 Website: http://www.sobewineandfoodfest.com Event: Grand Opening - Virginia Key Beach Park Dates: 2/22/2008 Description: Historic Virginia Key Beach Park opens to the public on February 22, 2008. This ribbon-cutting event celebrates the restoration of this 'living museum' Park. Refreshments will be served and there will be the opportunity to tour the lush 82.5 acre parkland site Location: Virginia Key Beach Park 3861 Rickenbacker Cswy. Miami, FL 33149 Key Biscayne Telephone: 305-960-4606 Website: http://www.virginiakeybeachpark.net Event: Winter Party Festival Dates: 2/27/2008 to 3/3/2008 Description: Features an extraordinary lineup of celebrity DJs in a week filled with parties and events culminating with a beach dance party. Proceeds benefit the National Gay & Lesbian Task Force and local Miami-Dade LGBT organizations. Location: Various venues throughout Miami-Dade County. Miami Beach, FL 33139 Miami Beach - Art Deco District/South Beach Telephone: 305-571-1924 Website: http://www.winterparty.com Event: Carnaval Miami Dates: 2/28/2008 to 3/16/2008 Description: Annual festival celebrating the Hispanic community. Features ten days of sports, concerts, food and music, and culminates with the Calle Ocho Festival, known as the world's largest block party. Location: Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County. Miami, FL Miami Beach Telephone: 305-644-8888 Website: http://www.carnavalmiami.com Event: Miami International Film Festival Dates: 2/28/2008 to 3/9/2008 Description: The Miami International Film Festival brings the best of world cinema to South Florida. MIFF showcases a variety of acclaimed films from various genres and countries. The Festival has presented films from more than 50 countries, including 125 East Coast, U.S., and world premieres, scores of Oscar winners and nominees, and many international prizewinners. Location: Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County. Miami, FL 33132 Telephone: 305-237-3456 Website: http://www.miamifilmfestival.com
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