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Thursday, June 18, 2015

PAMM Third Thursdays Poplife Social featuring John Hancock III

Downtown Miami, 6-10pm

Visit PAMM Third Thursday evenings from 6-10pm for live music presented by Poplife, happy hour drink and food specials, and art-making (galleries close at 9pm). 

Enjoy John Hancock III’s live performance, purchase happy hour drink and food specials or make reservations at Verde restaurant, see the new exhibition Poetics of Relation, and partake in art-making for prizes.

General museum admission rates apply, members free.

Space is limited – pre-purchase highly recommended for non-members.

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Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Federico Britos Quartet "In the Lobby Lounge...Jazz" at Olympia Theater 

Downtown Miami, 6pm

JOIN US EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH . . . 

for 'In the Lobby Lounge . . . JAZZ!' 

On June 10, the Federico Britos Quartet will join us in the lobby. Come out to meet your Downtown neighbors, have a drink and experience the Olympia like never before.

Doors open at 6:00 pm and music starts at 6:30 pm. Cocktails available at the bar. Guided tour of the historic Olympia Theater during intermission. 

This is a FREE event, open to the public. 

The Olympia Theater opened in 1926 as Downtown Miami's palace for silent movies and vaudeville. Olympia Center, Inc., the non-profit organization managing the City-owned, historic "movie palace" on Flagler Street, has been working since 2011 to bring exciting new programming to Miami's original Performing Arts Center.

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Saturday, March 14, 2015

Formula E Miami Race

Museum Park, American Airlines Arena, Downtown Miami

Qualifying Runs begin at Noon

Race begins at 4pm

Formula E is a new FIA championship series featuring open-wheel Formula cars powered exclusively by electric energy. From Asia to South America, the eight turn, 2.17km circuit will come to the US first in Downtown Miami along Biscayne Bay. Hitting speeds in excess of 150mph along Biscayne Blvd., Formula E drivers will compete in the heart of Miami for one of the most anticipated sport entertainment events of the new year. 

Other than the race itself, which includes practice viewing and a qualifying session, the Miami ePrix will feature off-track entertainment including an e-village at the Perez Art Museum of Miami starting on Friday, March 13. Paddock attractions and exhilarating live music performances will be featured as well. 

FANBOOST!
Formula E allows fans to play a role in influencing the outcome of the race. Vote for your favorite drivers on the Formula E website or via the Formula E app. The three drivers with the most votes are awarded FanBoost. At the pull of a lever, the top three voted cars will have power raised from 200bhp to 240bhp for 5 seconds!! 

Formula E Miami will be making its historical ePrix debut on Saturday, March 14, 2015

Tickets are available through the Formula E website and Ticketmaster.

Adult Tix $20 

Junior Tix $10

Reserved Grandstand $85

Skybox Hospitality $225

Race Lounge at PAMM $670

STARTS	ENDS	ACTIVITY
7:00	18:00	Gates open/close
8:15	9:00	NON-QUALIFYING PRACTICE 1
9:30	9:50	FE School Series - Practice/Qualifying
10:30	11:00	NON-QUALIFYING PRACTICE 2
12:00	12:10	QUALIFYING SESSION GROUP 1
12:15	12:25	QUALIFYING SESSION GROUP 2
12:30	12:40	QUALIFYING SESSION GROUP 3
12:45	12:55	QUALIFYING SESSION GROUP 4
14:15	14:35	FE School Series - Race
15:23	15:33	Pitlane open/close
15:50		FanBoost implementation
16:00	17:00	RACE (39 laps)

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Thursday, February 26, 2015

Bay Skate Miami

Bayfront Park, 5-11pm

The inaugural Bay Skate Miami event, winner of the Miami Foundation's "Public Space Challenge", will officially launch on Thursday, Feb 26th at Bayfront Park. The FREE event will be in support of activating our public parks, giving back to our local community, supporting an active lifestyle, and promises to bring a one-of-a-kind roller skating and music experience to the heart of Downtown Miami. (General Session 5-7pm / Adult Skate Session 7:30-11pm)

Emcee'd by classic hip hop legend Da Real Monie Love, and fueled by live music sets from top DJs, Bay Skate will set the vibe for an old-school, nostalgic experience where guests can skate, dance, eat, drink, and play. 

For this special night, Bay Skate will convert the park's iconic Claude Pepper Fountain into an authentic waterfront skating rink with concert sound/lighting, will offer skate rentals, shoe valet, food trucks, and activate Miami's beautiful Bayfront Park and local community for which this event is dedicated to. 

The Bay Skate community project was created and being produced by brothers Alex & Marcos Macias, and their award-winning local Integrated Creative Content & Brand Development Agency, Macias Advertising , along with good friends Maggie Fernandez from Sustainable Miami and Devin Cejas from Walk/Urban Landscape & Design.

General Details:

SPECIAL GUEST EMCEE: Monie Love

SKATE SESSIONS:

Session 1: 5-7 (General Session)

Session 2: 7:30-11pm (Adult Skate)

MUSIC: Old School, Funk, Freestyle, Soul, and other mixed genre classics

FOOD/DRINK: Food Trucks, Drinks, and Alcoholic Beverages available for purchase. (Vendors include COYO Taco, Sakaya Kitchen/Black Brick, and Wynwood Brewing Co. to name a few.)

SKATE RENTALS: Rentals and Shoe Valet Available (limited). Event still highly recommends bringing your own skates and protective gear if possible,to ensure a fun and safe skating experience.

PARKING: Public Parking is available throughout the blocks surrounding park grounds, as well as covered parking in Bayside Marketplace which is next door to event.

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: Metro Rail/Metro Mover,Miami Downtown Trolley, and Public Bus services all leave patrons directly in front of Bayfront Park. Public transportation is encouraged to avoid parking and traffic concerns.

IMPORTANT: All skaters and event participants will be required to fill out a Release/Waiver of Liability provided at the event and/or through other approved methods, in order to skate or participate in any of the activities. Participants will need to understand and agree that skating is dangerous activity, and that they assume all risks related to the event activities. All participants will agree to SKATE AT THEIR OWN RISK, and not hold liable the producers, organizers, and/or any other related entities of the event. Anyone under the age of 18, will be required to have the consent of an adult in order to participate in activities.

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Thursday, December 18, 2014

Vertigo at PAMM

7pm

This winter, PAMM presents bayside movies featuring infamously obscure museum scenes. Claim your seat on the Bayside Stair, or bring a blanket and cuddle up with your honey on the PAMM Beach, and enjoy a movie under the stars. 

Join PAMM for a big screen presentation of the 1958 psychological thriller “Vertigo,” a romantic story of obsession, manipulation and fear, directed and produced by Alfred Hitchcock. Wine and cheese plates, movie theater concession favorites and cocktails available for purchase.

Free with museum admission.

Upcoming Features:

Thursday, January, 15, 2015: “The Thomas Crown Affair” (1999)

Thursday, February, 19, 2015: “How to Steal a Million” (1966)

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Saturday, July 12, 2014

FAMILY FUN DAY: HAPPY BIRTHDAY MIAMI

1-4pm

HistoryMiami
101 West Flagler Street, Downtown Miami

HistoryMiami, the City of Miami and DowntownMiami.com
cordially invites you to Miami’s 118th birthday celebration.

Make your own birthday hat, view select works from the City of Miami’s birthday art collection & enjoy orange blossom inspired cupcakes by LA Sweets

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

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Saturday June 7- Sunday June 8, 2014

3rd Annual Miami Underwater Festival

Make a splash and immerse yourself in everything marine!

Two days. Two locations.

June 7-8, 2014

Event Flyer: Miami Underwater Festival

Saturday, June 7th (at Museum) Daytime Event Schedule: June 7th Daytime Schedule

Saturday, June 7th (at Museum) Evening Program Schedule: June 7th Evening Program

Sunday, June 8th (at Museum) Daytime Event Schedule: June 8th Museum Schedule

Sunday, June 8th (at Knight Plaza) Special Event Schedule: June 8th Plaza Schedule

In celebration of World Oceans Day on June 8th, we invite you to join us for a weekend long festival that dives into the beautiful, exciting, and scientific nature of our neighbor to the east.

On Saturday, June 7th the festival begins at the Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science
with programming continuing through Sunday, June 8th. Daytime programming is from 10am to 6pm and will include:

A variety of beautiful underwater films showcasing marine conservation and sustainability, featuring BLUE On Tour, the touring arm of the world-renowned BLUE Ocean Film Festival & Conservation Summit.

Breathtaking underwater photography by acclaimed worldwide photographer Zach Ransom and the 2013 and 2014 award winning photos from University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science’s Underwater Photography Contest.

Experiencing a special virtual tour of Florida International University’s underwater laboratory,Aquarius, and chat with scientist under the sea.

Aquariums of all shapes and sizes. Plus, guests can learn how to create their own aquarium.

Building a coral reef (and all it’s sea creatures) out of recyclables in a community art project led by Artist Kerry Phillips.

Local diving stars Billy Catoggio and Mitch Herne of the popular TV show “Scuba Nation.”
Guests can meet the stars, and watch an episode of the show.

Opportunities to try knot tying and learn about boating in South Florida with Shake-A-Leg Miami, an international adaptive sailing program.

A workshop series featuring corals, underwater photography and diving certification 101 by local scientists and dive shops, including coral expert Dr. Diego Lirman of University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science (RSMAS), Grove Scuba, and DEP Coral Reef Conservation Program.

Special screenings of WPBT2’s Changing Seas episodes with a surprise guest.
Ocean-themed curious vault table, where guests can see where science and art meet.
Plus shark and squid dissections, demos, and many more hands-on activities.

Full Schedules: June 7th Daytime Schedule and June 8th Museum Schedule

All daytime programming is free with paid museum admission.

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Friday, June 6, 2014

First Friday Downtown Art Walk Anniversary

6-11pm

111 SW 3 ST, Miami FL 33135

McCormick Place Miami invites you to celebrate our Anniversary with participating in the First Friday Downtown Art Walks! June marks one year since we began participating in the Arts & Culture appreciation night so this month's event is packed with fun-filled Art & Culture activities!

FREE ADMISSION

Come by The Gallery curated by Elvira Aedo-Dago and view our ongoing exhibition:

“Wild Soul”

The Photography of 

Mario Haberfeld

Wildlife Conservationist

Ongoing Exhibition:

Maestro Rafael Soriano

Maestro Mario Ayerbe

Derek Wilson

Stephen Gamson

Lloyd Goradesky

Miguel Rodez

Marianna Fox

Michael Halley

Diego Durand Neuhaus 

M.A.D

Antiques by Luciano Antiques

Enjoy Hors d'oeuvres By MG Events

Cocktails By Ron Barcelo USA

All Natural Coffee & Waffles By Mad Chiller

Interactive games & activities By Nestle Nesquik USA & Pretzel Crisps Pretzel Crisps

Performance Arts & Theater By the Mobile Micro Theater MMT

Original Dark Electro House Music By Phantasman

Quality Photography By Bing Studios

FINE ART STUDIOS open to the Public 

-7TH FLOOR-

Eleazar Delgado Studio

Monique Lassooij Art

Aquarela Sabol ART

-3RD FLOOR-

Andrea Beloff

Kenneth Gee

George McClements

Phantasman

-2ND FLOOR-

FaceBodyArts Inc by Eva Marcela Avila

Sidney Cooper

Gustavo Gonzalez

Karen Kim

Lee Da Graca Pinto

Kelan Putbrese

Oscar Javier Hernández Durán

Photography by Salup

Sharon Rauvola

Natalie Nocera Sarabella

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Friday, February 7- Sunday, February 9, 2014

21st Annual Miami International Map Fair

History Miami

The number one map fair in the world is presented by HistoryMiami, the premier cultural institution committed to gathering, organizing, preserving and celebrating Miami’s history at this unique crossroads of the Americas.

This annual event showcases antique maps, rare books, panoramas and atlases from around the world. Peruse and purchase antique maps from some of the finest map dealers in the world. Learn about cartography through a series of lectures by experts in the field and enjoy special events held throughout the weekend. 

FRIDAY VERNISSAGE

Friday, February 7 from 4 - 7 pm

Registered participants will delight in an exclusive reception where they will preview and be able to purchase maps before the Map Fair opens to the public on Saturday.

FREE FAMILY FUN DAY: MAP-TACULAR

Saturday, February 8 from 1- 4 pm

Enjoy a day of spectacular discoveries. See the world through our interactive map station. Become an explorer and join the reading adventures with Super WHY. Try your hand at craft activities and children’s games.

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Saturday, February 8, 2014

Fresh Start Farmers Market

50 Biscayne Blvd.

10am-3pm

(I am personally really excited for this!)

FRESH START FARMERS MARKET @ OUR BISCAYNE

This urban farmers market, located at 50 Biscayne Boulevard in downtown Miami, will provide fresh, local produce, sour dough breads and pastries, local honey, orchids, herb plants and much more. The market, funded by The Miami Foundation's Public Space Challenge and the Health Foundation of South Florida, is also about repurposing public spaces into community gathering areas.

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Saturday, February 8, 2014

Flagler Fest & Antique Car Show in Downtown Miami

10am-3pm

13th Annual Flagler Fest in the heart of Historic Downtown Miami. The much anticipated Annual Flagler Fest returns, a don't miss, fun-filled, family and pet-friendly day of activities in beautiful Downtown Miami.

The event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

Muse over the collection of antique, vintage, and hot-rod cars show all put on by the Antique club of America South Florida Region

Take a historic walking tour with Dr. Paul George starting at 1:30pm

Visit the Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center for free tours

It's playtime at the Children's Corner, where kids can get their faces painted, explore the petting zoo and bounce around in the bounce house

Bring your pooch to the Doggie Corner for free doggie snacks

Lunch cuisine alfresco at one of the many downtown cafes

Shop around in the eclectic and vibrant boutiques and stores

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Repost from DWNTWN Arts

Art Days 2013, from September 20-22, features a special tour just for you!  Whether you are walking, biking, a history buff or a art connoisseur Art Days offers unique insight in to the arts and culture of a burgeoning Downtown Miami.

BeachedMiami Bike Tours   Saturday, September 21 Sunday, September 22 2-5pm Beached Miami is hosting a group bike ride through Downtown Miami to discover significant cultural sites and experience Art Days Fringe projects. This FREE bike ride features guest speakers and artist performances along the route and a delicious post-ride picnic catered by Pollo Tropical. The ride leaves from the Art Days Hub at Grand Central Park.  All riders must RSVP at www.beachedmiami.com/artdays  There are only 50 spots per ride and it's FREE, so don't wait! BYOB: Bring Your Own Bike   Curated Walking Tours Artist T. Wheeler Castillo curates free Walking Tours that give an insider look into the burgeoning art scene in Downtown Miami.  Four immersive tours thread contemporary art  conversations and offer experiences of key subjects, such as architecture and art spaces, within the neighborhood:      Friday, September 20         Three Buildings  11am-12:30pm       Meeting at The Freedom Tower ­ (600 Biscayne Blvd) Friday, September 20       An Object, A Craft, and Ideas (CRAFT)  2-3:30pm       Meet at The Wolfsonian ­FIU Downtown Study Centre ­ (21 SE 1 Ave) Sunday, September 22       Art Spaces  11am-12:30pm       Meet at the DWNTWN Art House ­ (100 NE 11 St) Sunday, September 22       An Object, A Craft, and Ideas (PRINT)  2-3:30pm          Meet at DWNTWN Art House ­ (100 NE 11 St) Tours are FREE and space is limited to 15 per tour, so REGISTER NOW  by emailing:downtownarthouse@gmail.com  with the chosen tour title in the subject line. HistoryMiami Tours HistoryMiami offers daily tour of their incredible collection as well as unique walking tours especially for Art Days. Friday, September 20        HistoryMiami Collection 1-2pm      Meet at HistoryMiami        Mary Brickell Village to Miami Circle Walking Tour 6-7:30pm       Meet at Mary Brickell Village   Saturday, September 21       HistoryMiami Collection 11am-12pm & 2-3pm      Meet at HistoryMiami      Downtown Architecture Walking Tour  3:30-5pm       Meet at HistoryMiami      Sunday, September 22      HistoryMiami Collection 11am-12pm & 2-3pm       Meet at HistoryMiami  Olympia Theater Tours Experience the historic Olympia Theater from the balcony to the basement covering 87 years of history.  Friday, September 20 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm Saturday, September 21   10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm  All tours are free!  Call 305-374-2444 or   visit olympiatheater.org for more information.   Progressive Studio Tour Visit with the resident artists of The Artisan Lounge.  Each artist will present a "mini artist talk" and show their works in progress.   Saturday, September 21   Tour begins at 12pm and progresses every 15 minutes.  Visit theartisanlounge.com for a list of artists and   a complete schedule.

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Saturday, June 29, 2013

1pm-11pm

3rd Ave between NE 1st & 2nd Streets

Join in on the fun as the Downtown Miami Partnership and the Miami DDA host their first annual Block Party to celebrate the PEOPLE & BUSINESSES that ARE DOWNTOWN MIAMI. 

Food, drinks, live music, silent auction and much more! 

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We are closing down the street January 25th! Come join us after work for a jazz and blues filled street party. Music, drinks, food and street vendors will take over Miami Avenue just south of Flagler St. RSVP info@downtownmiami.net

The Flagler Jazz Festival Street party is FREE from 5pm-9pm

Avenue D

8 South Miami Avenue

Downtown Miami - 33130 (map)

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NAMASDAY!!!

• In celebration of National Yoga Month, exhale will be offering complimentary yoga classes throughout the day. Stay into the evening for a party with live music, healthy cocktails, light bites and special giveaways.
• Established to heighten awareness of yoga’s proven health benefits and provide people with tools to enhance their well-being, National Yoga Month started as a grassroots campaign, and has since spread its influence across the globe.
• Exhale's yoga program includes a full suite of classes designed to revive and restore. Groove with Music Yoga Flow or chill with exhale Yin. “We take an athletic yet mindful approach to the practice,” the team says.
• The exhale philosophy is built on a set of crucial values—community, integrity, passion, positive energy and balance. Their mission is to send students on “a path to transformation that is accessible on a daily basis.”

Join us as we celebrate National Yoga Month with complimentary yoga classes and an unforgettable evening yoga bash! 


Choose from the following complimentary yoga classes:
8:00am: Core Fusion Yoga with Alex
12:15pm: Exhale Vinyasa Flow with Pablo
6:00pm: Music Yoga Flow with Jodi and music by DJ Mack
7:15pm: Exhale Slow Flow with Jodi and music by DJ Mack
Visit exhalespa.com/namasday to book your free yoga class


Throughout the day enjoy:
- Mini spa samplers
- Special discounts on spa and mind body purchases


Join us for our evening yoga bash and enjoy:
- Music by DJ Mack
- Cleansing cocktails
- Light bites from Area 31
- Vita Coco and Popnature samples
- Braiding by blo bar
- Oriental ear seeding 
- Trunkshows from Anatomie Clothing, Zeki Swimwear, Taudry Jewelry, JaBella Jewelry, and Ashley Howell Jewelry
- Mindful City and Boca Tanning salon will also be on site!
- Gift bags and giveaways for evening class participants with items from exhale, Splits 59, Sparkly Soul, Tata Harper, Erica Sara Designs, Kyma Lounge, Popchips, and Keen-Wah Bars
- NamasDAY afterparty at Kyma Lounge

Join the #namasDAY online conversation!

NAMASDAY

• Free yoga classes
• Live music at night
• Cocktails + light bites
• Raffles
• Trunk shows
• A #namasDAY not to be missed!

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The first DWNTWN ART DAYS

ARTS AND CULTURE EVENT
SEPTEMBER 7 & 8
Download DwnTwn Art Days calendar and maps pdf

Day and Night for Family programming, happy hour exhibitions and events, exclusive arts and culture experiences and an after party. 

 

Downtown Miami is home to Miami's most renowned arts and culture institutions and organizations.  In its second year, the Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA) arts and culture initiative DWNTWN Arts and Culture is working to bring together all of Downtown's exciting arts and culture activities and events under one cohesive umbrella.  

A major highlight of this is DWNTWN Art Days-- the first collective two day arts and culture event spanning Downtown Miami. This event includes not only exhibitions, exclusive art tours, artists open studios, it also features outdoor performances, a bike ride, a kickball match and last but definitely not least a dedicated arts and culture trolley for easy access to all of our arts and culture venues. 

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Come out on Friday, June 8th as the DWNTWN Miami Concert Series keeps those happy summer vibes going with a FREE concert by Eric Hutchinson and local favorite Jacob Jeffries Band at the Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts!

Jacob Jeffries, hailed as a super singer-songwriter-keyboardist, and his band kick off the festivities showcasing their piano driven rock and roll that is bursting with catchy melodies and dramatic, instantly likable vocals.

Eric Hutchinson takes it to another level with his energetic live show – performing a batch of genre-blending tunes off his new album “Moving Up Living Down”. Since his album “Sounds Like This” broke the top 10 on the iTunes charts in 2007, he has toured with Kelly Clarkson, Jason Mraz and One Republic and has been named an AOL "About To Pop" artist, Yahoo! Who's Next Artist, MSN "One To Watch" Artist and a "VH1 You Oughta Know" Artist. His unique sound is like audible sunshine that will keep you bright and happy long after sunset.

For information on thi show go to www.dwntwnconcerts.com or become a fan of the DWNTWN Miami Concert Series on Facebook.

Presented by:
Miami Downtown Development Authority 
John S. & James L. Knight Foundation

DWNTWN Specials for Concert Day - Friday, June 8th!

Spend the afternoon in Downtown Miami & visit the following businesses before the concert from 5-7:30pm for these special offers: 

Clos Bistro @ 100 S Biscayne Blvd - 2 for 1 Beer & Wine and $1.00 empanadas
Elwoods Gastro Pub @ 188 NE 3 Ave - 1/2 price appetizers with any beer/wine purchase
Kork Wine & Cheese @ 2 South Miami Ave - 20% of entire bill
La Loggia Ristorante @ 68 W Flagler Street - 20% off your dinner bill  (cannot be combined w/other offers)
La Provence French Bakery @ 249 E Flagler St - 20% off from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Ramon Puig Guayaberas @ 24 W Flagler Street - 20% off all guayaberas
Roho Cuban Coffee @ 2 W Flagler Street - Free Cuban coffee w/any purchase and 10% off food purchases
The Bank Miami @ 137 NE 1 Street - Happy hour - 2 for 1 Drinks from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Tre Italian Bistro @ 270 E Flagler Street - Happy Hour Beer & Wine specials