Come see Yazi, K-Poff and Tiko model fashions by Bottoms and Tops at a
fundraiser for the AIDS/Lifecycle bike race. 7-9 p.m. Wed. May 12. The Manor, 2345
Wilton Drive. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. (Photo by Dennis Dean)
Thursday 05.06.10
MDGLCC BUSINESS BUILDERS LUNCHEON
The MDGLCC’s Business Builders Luncheon is at 11:30 a.m. at the Marriott Miami Airport Hotel, 1201 NW Le Jeune Road, Miami in the Cane Fire Restaurant located to the left of the lobby entrance.
The cost is $30 per person.
RSVP to 305-573-4000 or via email to mdglcc@bellsouth.net.
HRC’S MONTHLY CLUB BLUE HRC’s
monthly Club Blue will take place at Rosie’s Bar and Grill at 6 p.m. For a $10 suggested donation you will receive a complimentary cocktail as well as free hors d’ouevres courtesy. The Club Blue is a monthly social event open to the community and designed to promote the Human Rights Campaign and its membership in South Florida.
LAS OLAS WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL KICKOFF PARTY
The Las Olas Wine & Food Festival Kickoff VIP Preview Party is from 6-8 p.m. at Allied Kitchen & Bath’s showroom at 616 W. Oakland Park Blvd.,Fort Lauderdale. The night will feature worldly- inspired cuisine prepared by celebrity chef and star of “Hell’s Kitchen” and “Iron Chef America,” Ralph Pagano, who will showcase his culinary talents and offer a sneak peak as to what guests can see at the Las Olas Wine & Food Festival on May 14- 15.
For more information contact Joannah at joannah@alliedkitchenandbath.com or 954-332-5977.
Friday 05.07.10
ROBERT C. GRUPPE ARTWORK
View over 40 of the best Florida paintings by nominated Cape Ann artist Robert C. Gruppe from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Frederick Fine Art Gallery, 3263 North Dixie Highway, FTL.
A unique experience of American Impressionism at its best. For more information call 954-567-1570.
BROADSWORD
Sixteen years ago, the Jersey band BroadSword broke up. Now their lead guitarist has gone missing. What the hell happened to Richie? BroadSword is all about myths, music and fantasy.
8 p.m. $35. Runs through May 9. Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami. www.arshtcenter.org
“GIRL’S NIGHT OUT: THE MUSICAL”
“Girl’s Night Out: The Musical” follows five friends in their 30s and 40s during a wild and outrageous girls night out at a karaoke bar. Together, they reminisce about their younger days, celebrate their current lives and look to the future. 8 p.m. at the Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood.
Tickets are $45-55.ww w.hardrocklivehollywoodfl. com
Saturday 05.08.10
“RAISED IN CAPTIVITY”
New Theatre presents “Raised in Captivity” as its final production of this season. A Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle nominated dark comedy starts with estranged twin siblings who are attending their mother’s funeral, after her death by a broken, flying shower head. Add in a husband, a ghost, a convicted murderer, a male escort and a therapist, and what you get is a whacky, absurdist comedy about serious family values, relationships and self discovery. 8 p.m.
Tickets are $40. New Theatre, 4120 Laguna Street, Coral Gables. 305-443-5909
FORT LAUDERDALE FLOWER, GARDEN AND PATIO
Don’t miss this exciting event, to be held on Mother’s Day weekend. Shop for everything you need for your very own great outdoors at this expo. Everything from decorative pots to decking, brick pavers to bird houses, fencing to flagpoles, landscaping to lawn and garden equipment will be on sale. This event will also feature misting systems, pond builders, exotic plants, shrubs and flowers. Daily seminars will be available on a variety of gardening and landscaping subjects.
Admission is $8 for adults and free for children 12 and under.
War Memorial Auditorium, 800 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. 954-828-5380.
CARMEN
This is the final production of the season by Florida Grand Opera with Georges Bizet’s famous opera with mezzo-soprano Kendall Gladen in the title role. Miami’s Elaine Alvarez will make her FGO debut in the role of MicaÓla with tenor Adam Diegel as Don JosÎ and baritone Mark Walters as Escamillo. 8 p.m.
Tickets are $27.75 to $253.75.
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami.
MAIMI DESIGN DISTRICT WALK
Visit the Miami Design District for its Gallery Walk from 7- 10 p.m. The event features inspiring art, design, music, cocktails, dining and shopping. The Design District is divided by Northeast 36th Street to the south, Northeast 43rd Street to the north, Northwest First Avenue to the west and Biscayne Boulevard to the east.
The event is free to the public.
For more info call 305-573-8116. MiamiDesignDistrict.net.
Sunday 05.09.10
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH
Join the Pride Center at Equality Park (formerly the GLCC) for its Mother’s Day Brunch Buffet from 10: 30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The E Spot located in the Embassy Suites.
Adults: $24.95. Children 10 and under: $11. Free for children 3 and under. The E Spot, 1100 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale. For info: 954-527-2730.
NVEEE CAR WASH
Join NVEEE (National Voices For Equality, Education and Enlightenment) from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Courtyard Café for its Mother’s Day Car Wash Campaign.
Each car washed is $10 and there will be raffle baskets and give-a-ways. Courtyard Café is located at 2211 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors. 954-563- 2499.
“ASSASINS”
Slow Burn Theatre Company presents Stephen Sondheim’s “Assassins” at 2 p.m. This show lays bare the lives of nine individuals who assassinated or tried to assassinate the president of the U.S. into a historical show.
Tix are $25. West Boca Performing Arts Theatre, 12811 Glades Road, Boca Raton. WestBocaTheater.com.
“THE SUM OF US”
“The Sum of Us” is a love story about a widowed father and his gay son, who’s trying to find Mr. Right. After meeting in a local pub, Jeff and a young gardener, Greg, hit it off and begin to date. When he meets Jeff’s stubborn, opinionated Dad however, Greg begins to back off. 7 p.m.
Tickets: show only: $35. Rising Action Theatre, 840 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park 954-561-2225.
Monday 05.10.10
THE WORLD OF GIANT INSECTS
Miami Metrozoo presents The World of Giant Insects from at 10 a.m to 5 p.m.. This traveling exhibit will provide eye-opening insight into the anatomy and behavior of insects we encounter regularly.
Come take a closer look at fun! MiamiMetroZoo.com
THE CHAT NOIR CLUB
Be a part of the interactive and surreal playground of performers that include contortionists, models, burlesque, drag, fetish, spoken word, live music and a few more surprises. 10 p.m.
Entrance is $20. Dream Nightclub, 1532 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-674- 8018. It’s freaky time!
PLAY MONDAY
Arts at St. Johns presents Play Monday, a series of monthly shorts Play Readings of Original Plays hosted by Barbara Fox. 7 p.m.
Free Admission to the public. Arts at St. Johns, 4760 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach.
Tonight’s topic is Miami Beach! 10-minute max time per reading!
Tuesday 05.11.10
FORT LAUDERDALE MACK MIXER
The Mack Mixer will be held at Solita, located at 1032 East Las Olas Avenue (formerly Mark’s Las Olas) from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Admission is $10 and you receive one complimentary Grey Goose Vodka cocktail. Be sure to bring your business cards and a smile.
SPRING AWAKENING
Spring Awakening is the groundbreaking fusion of morality, sexuality and rock & roll that has awakened Broadway. It celebrates the unforgettable journey from youth to adulthood. 8 p.m.
Tix are $25- $75. Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami. www.arshtcenter.org
CINEMA GREEN: DOLPHINS IN DISTRESS
Dolphins in Distress is a documentary that chronicles the rescue, rehabilitation and eventual release of the survivors of a mass stranding event. This film was made by Bob Care exclusively for the Marine Mammal Conservancy. MMC is committed to protecting Marine Mammals & Their Habitats through Research, Rescue, Rehabilitation, 8 p.m.
Tickets: $7 to $10. The Miami Beach Cinematheque, 512 Espanola Way, Miami Beach.
Come out and help save the animals!
Wednesday 05.12.10
BLACK CARPET FASHION BENEFIT
The Manor Complex presents a Black Carpet Fashion Benefit hosted by Michael Murphy to raise money for HIV/AIDS Charities. Private Cocktail reception, Silent Auction, & Fashion Auction & Show by Bottoms & Tops.
$30 at the door. The Manor Complex, 2345 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors.
MIAMI MACK MIXER
The Mack Mixer will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. at Delores But You Can Call Me Lolita at 1000 South Miami Avenue in Mary Brickell Village. For $10 you will receive one complimentary Grey Goose Vodka cocktail. Be sure to bring your business cards and a smile.
LADY LUCK BOWLATHON
Join Aqua Girl’s first bowling event at one of the hippest bowling lounges in Miami, Lucky Strike. The Lady Luck Bowlathon is from 8 to 11 p.m. at Lucky Strike, 1691 Michigan Avenue. WOMEN’S BOOT CAMP Women’s Outdoor Fat Blaster Weight Loss & Nutrition Camp with Shondelle Solomon- Miles. Jefferson Street & 15th Ave., Hwld.
954- 921-3600. $97 per month.
