Showing posts with label July Events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label July Events. Show all posts

Wednesday, July 4, 2012

Miami Spa Month

Through Aug. 31, participating spas offer special $99 treatment packages. Learn more about the offerings and pick a spa here

Miami Spa Month

Monday, July 2, 2012

July Events


 July is a hot and rainy month in Miami, but we still know how to party this month.



Doral Restaurant Weektm - July 1 to July 31st, 2012




Zoo Miami $5 days presented by Ford Motor Company
Adults and kids can enjoy discounted admission to the zoo from July 4 – July 8, 2012






A Fourth of July BBQ at the Delano Hotel

Wednesday, July 4, 4-10pm – Bianca at Delano Hotel, 1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
Bianca and Ocean Drive Magazine invite you to celebrate 4th of July at Delano Hotel. Featuring a Bianca style BBQ, Clambake and other Bianca signature selections. Live Music by the Joshua Stedman Band and children’s activities. Cost: $75 person.
Reservations: 305-674-5752






Mayfair Antique Market
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday during the summer
A monthly indoor/outdoor market featuring antiques, collectibles, furniture, jewelry, paintings, art and more.


Miami Jazz Society Events
All month long
The Miami Jazz Society puts on a series of live jazz performances, film screenings, and more - every month in Downtown Miami.



Miami Spa Month
During the months of July and August, enjoy incredible savings on special treatments at Miami’s premier spas.



Fourth of July Celebrations in Miami
July 4, 2012
There are many wonderful parades and fireworks displays taking place on July 4th in Miami to celebrate the birth of our nation. Many of these events are listed here, from the biggest and brightest to the quiet and old-fashioned.


Bass Museum Of Art Hosts Monthly Beats After Sunset
Friday, July 6, 2012, 8 to 11 pm
Bass Museum of Art
2100 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Complimentary admission for members and basspass holders; $8 museum admission for non-members.
Bass Museum of Art will host its monthly first Friday happy soiree Beats After Sunset on Friday, July 6, 2012, from 8 to 11 pm. Guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails by Herradura Tequila and beats by Joseph Anthony while browsing works from current exhibitions “MENS SUITS” by Charles LeDray and “Erasey Page” by Miami-based artist Jillian Mayer in collaboration Eric Shoenborn.


Seminole Casino Hollywood Celebrates the Rhythm of South Florida with a Caribbean Block Party 7/7/12
Seminole Casino Hollywood Celebrates the Rhythm of South Florida with a Caribbean Block Party
July 7, 2012, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Seminole Casino Hollywood
4150 North State Road 7 (U.S. Highway 441)
Hollywood, FL 33021
Just south of Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, in Hollywood on Stirling Road.
www.seminolehollywoodcasino.com
Seminole Casino Hollywood is celebrating the diverse rhythms, culture and colors of South Florida with a free Caribbean Block Party.



July Coconut Grove Gallery Walk
 
Saturday, July 7th,
Coconut Grove Arts Festival Gallery
3390 Mayfair Street, Suites 128 & 124
Coconut Grove, FL


Flo Rida Featuring Tyler Medeiros For Miami Marlins Friday Night Live Series 
Friday, July 13 7:00p 
at Marlins Ballpark, Miami, FL


Read more here: http://events.miamiherald.com/miami_fl/events/show/267274885-flo-rida-featuring-tyler-medeiros-for-miami-marlins-friday-night-live-series#storylink=cpy




Meet Your Neighbors & DWNTWN Miami Concert Series
 
Friday July 13, 2012, 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Gusman Center
174 E Flagler Street Miami, FL
Join us for a Meet your Neighbors street festival in front of the Gusman Center then take in the sounds of Grupo Treo at the Free DWNTWN Miami Concert Series inside the Gusman starting at 8:00 p.m.
From 5:00 to 7:30 pm Meet your Neighbors and enjoy complimentary Beer & Wine and tastings from:
Bryan in the Kitchen
Giardino Gourmet Salads
Hibatchi Grill & Noodle Bar
Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches and
Pizza Rustica.


International Hispanic Theatre Festival
July 12-29, 2012
A three-week festival including theatre performances, social events, and educational classes.



The Adrienne Arsht Center presents The Donkey Show
Fri Jul 13, 2012, 7:30pm – Sun Aug 12, 2012, 5pm

 
Ziff Ballet Opera House Stage
Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33132
Opens July 13, 2012
Tickets Start at $45
Ziff Ballet Opera House
Patrons must be over 18 to enter; 21 to drink. Enjoy $10 off the first five preview performances (July 13-15)!
Showtimes:
Wednesday – Thursdays: 7:30 p.m.
Fridays and Saturdays: 7:30 p.m. and 10:30 pm..
Sundays: 5:00 p.m.


History Miami has a  free family fun day from noon to 5 p.m. the second Saturday of every month.
Here is the schedule for upcoming programs:
  • July 14: Guayabera and history through fashion.
  • Aug. 11: Summer games
For more information, call 305-375-1492.




International Mango Festival
July 14-15, 2012
An annual celebration of this tasty tropical fruit at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.



Taste of the Nation Miami
Thursday, Jul 19, 2012

Guests can sample a world of flavors from more than 40 chef stations representing Miami's finest restaurants and also participate in a silent and live auction.

http://strengthflorida.org/get-involved/taste-of-the-nation/miami/



NBA Champion Alonzo Mourning Hosts It’s All Overtown One Night… One World 7/19/12
NBA Champion Alonzo Mourning Hosts It’s All Overtown “One Night…One World”
July 19, 2012, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
 
Rusty Pelican
3201 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
www.overtownyouth.org
NBA Champion, Alonzo Mourning, and wife Tracy, will host It’s All Overtown, “One Night…One World,” a premier annual fundraiser to benefit the Overtown Youth Center. The recently redesigned Rusty Pelican, an iconic restaurant offering spectacular waterfront views of downtown Miami, will present the event, which raises much-needed funds to support the Center.
Guests, alongside the Mistress of Ceremonies, Belkys Nerey, WSVN-TV News Anchor, will be transported around the world with entertainment, food, and specialty cocktails, all embracing the evening’s theme of multicultural inclusion. There will also be an auction and multiple opportunities to support the program founded by Mourning in 2003. To purchase tickets, starting at $125, and for more information, visit http://www.overtownyouth.org or call (305) 349-1204.




Cirque Du Soleil Presents Dralion
Limited Engagement From July 19 – 29, 2012
 
The Bankatlantic Center
1 Panther Pkwy
Sunrise, FL 33323
For show and ticket information, please visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/dralion.



Ice Skating Party in Miami Beach
 
Saturday, July 21st from 5pm to 8pm
Scott Rakow Center
2700 Sheridan Avenue
(25th Street and Pinetree Drive)
Miami Beach
www.rinktime.com
To register on-line
You are invited to join us for a special Ice Skating Party in Miami Beach. Ice time will be from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.
The $20 registration fee includes two hours of ice skating, skate rental, hors d’ouvers, soft drinks and tax.





Fashion RUSH Miami Beach 2012

July 20 & 21 – The Perry Hotel, 2377 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
The FASHION RUSH is a showcasing of renowned fashion designers and boutiques, encompassed with the talents of wine and spirits developers and culinary masters.







Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim
July 19-23, 2012
Provides a world-class runway platform for designers to launch new swimwear and resort collections.
http://miami.mbfashionweek.com/



SwimShow & LingerieShow
July 21-24, 2012
The largest swimwear tradeshow in the world has now added a lingerie tradeshow to the event, held annually at the Miami Beach Convention Center.


Red Bull King of the Rock Baskeball Challenge

Saturday, July 21, 2012. 5:00pm until 10:00pm
Jose Marti Riverfront Park
351 SW 4th St
Miami, Florida 33130
Facebook Evite
Registration: 5PM | Game starts: 6PM


Zo's Summer Groove
2012 Dates TBA
Miami Heat star Alonzo Mourning hosts the largest event of the summer. This weekend charity event has something for everyone.



Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays
July 27, 2012
Free monthly cultural event and street fair on the last Friday of each month showcasing music, dance, poetry, and the visual arts.


4th of July Celebrations 7/4/12 around Miami

Get all your information for 4th of July right here where to go, times, etc: Out and About with EC wishes everyone a very Happy 4th of July!



America’s Birthday Bash 
Wednesday, July 4 3:00p 
at Bayfront Park, Miami, FL 
Bring the whole family to celebrate the birth of our great nation! Enjoy music, food and beverages, a free Kids' Zone, and one of the largest fireworks displays in South Florida!


Read more here: http://events.miamiherald.com/miami_fl/events/show/263603845-americas-birthday-bash#storylink=cpy


Miami Children’s Museum 4th of July Celebration 7/4/12

Gulfstream Park July 4th Food Drive Event for Feeding South Florida 7/4/12







Segafredo Brickell Independence Day Celebrations 7/4/12




Miami Beach Fire on the Fourth Free 7/4/12




CocoWalk 4th of July All-Day Celebration 7/4/12



French Kiss Tuesdays Presents Independence Day Celebration at Segafredo Brickell 7/3/12



 Brickell Irish Pub 4th of July celebration 7/4/12




Jungle Island's 4th of July Fireworks Bash

Wednesday, July 4 6:30p
at Jungle Island, Watson Island, FL
Escape the heat & watch the City of Miami’s fireworks from the terrace of Jungle Island’s Treetop Ballroom. You will also enjoy a mouthwatering BBQ buffet, family entertainment & interactive visits from our animal friends!
Adult Buffet $25
Child Buffet $15
Military $10.00 (with military id)
This year you can enjoy both the park and the 4th of July buffet. read more

Read more here: http://events.miamiherald.com/watson_island_fl/events/show/267091905-jungle-islands-4th-of-july-fireworks-bash#storylink=cpy
 http://jgi.wddnsweb2.wddonline.net/public/explore/July_4.cfm?preview=yes


Old-Fashioned Fourth of July Picnic
 at The Barnacle Historic State Park, Miami, FL

Read more here: http://events.miamiherald.com/miami_fl/events/show/264444885-oldfashioned-july-4th-picnic#storylink=cpy

Wednesday, July 4 - Old Fashioned Fourth of July Picnic - 11 am to 4 pm

Admission $5; ages 6 through 11 $3; ages 5 and under are free

Begin your Fourth of July celebration with an Old Fashioned Picnic at The Barnacle. Kids can make their own kites, toy boats, and paper dolls in order to understand how different children's lives were a hundred years ago. Prizes are awarded to those kids that complete a historical scavenger hunt. Bring your own picnic or buy burgers, hot dogs, and veggie burgers here. Enjoy live music from 11:30 to 3pm. After the event here cap off your Fourth with fireworks at nearby Peacock Park.
 http://www.thebarnacle.org/event_calendar.aspx?returnurl=event_calendar.aspx&calendarid=945&categoryid=433&scheduleid=-1&displaymode=1&viewmode=item&itemid=14644



 Fourth of JulyFREE 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular

Join us for a festive and exciting 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular at Black Point Park & Marina, on Wednesday, July 4th. Early arrival is recommended. Fireworks will start at 9 p.m.
24775 SW 87 Avenue, Miami, FL



Free and cheap July Fourth fun

Free and cheap July Fourth fun

Free food, fun and more for July 4

Free food, fun and more for July 4

Friday, June 15, 2012

Summer Events!

The annual memberships at Zoo Miami, The Seaquarium, and Parrot Jungle, are amazing!
There are many fun events (free or minimal fee to annual members).  The annual memberships  are expensive, but if you are going to go more than 4 times in a year, you save a lot of money on free fun!  I will list them separately below. If you know you will not use the annual memberships once the summer ends, the SUMMER SAVINGS PASS might be for you. This is a pass you can buy, which allows you to go for FREE to Zoo Miami, The Seaquarium, Lion Country Safari (in West Palm Beach) or the Museum of Science (Ft. Lauderdale Museum) from 5/14/12 to 9/30/12.
There is a one time fee of $55 for adults and $45 for children. You can purchase this summer pass at any of the theme parks listed below.

ZOO MIAMI
12400 S.W. 152ND STREET
305/251-0400
The zoo brings “THE HIPPO SLIDE” all summer.
This is an extremely tall water slide that the kids love! It costs $7.50 for ½ hour of sliding on tubes, but the kids LOVE it! You can take them in a bathing suit (bring towel and a change of clothes), and head on over to the new splash and play park in the Amazon And Beyond section of the zoo. They are re-doing their park/splash and play in the central part of the zoo (should be done by July), but the Amazon one is available. The zoo now has a baby giraffe, and a baby rhinoceros on display. They are super cute!  The zoo has grown so large, it is hard to do it all in one day. This is great, b/c you can take your kids on different adventures each time (the petting zoo is cute, the animal show in the petting zoo area is good, and they have a carousel). The Amazon and Beyond has sting-ray petting, a new cheetah display, and a very unique fruit bat display!!!!! Remember to feed the giraffes also! It is a memory you kids will hold on to evermore!
FYI: the zoo is planning to build a  “real” water park (like the Grapeland Water Park) in 2013!
 
PARROT JUNGLE ISLAND
MIAMI BEACH
305/400-7000
LA PLAYA AT JUNGLE ISLAND
Parrot Jungle actually turns their beach section into a working beach for the summer (water is mucky and nobody really “swims,” but kids partake in events). I take my kids there in bathing suits (bring a change of clothes and a towel). They have about 3 wet slides (not as tall as the one in the zoo), and they have a D.J. playing music and setting up the limbo, hoola hoop games, etc.
They also have paddle boarding (the kind where you stand up) for a minimal charge).
This is FREE if you are a member! The shows are really cute too. Make sure you have your kids feed the baby kangaroos ($5)!
 
MIAMI SEAQUARIUM
4400 RICKENBACKER CAUSEWAY
KEY BISCAYNE
305/361-5705
The Seaquarium has a pirate shop where kids can squirt each other, but not much else is different in the summer. I suggest taking the kids in bathing suits (bring towel and a change of clothes), and sitting in the FRONT ROW of the Killer Whale show! You will get plenty wet (water is freezing, but the kids love the rush)! The shows are really fun, and you can now pet sting-rays in their lagoon (free)! They also have a new climbing cage which kids seem to like ($3 per child). Remember to catch the shark feeding, and the 3 shows!
(annual memberships to each of these 3 theme parks are roughly $60 for an adult, and $40 for each child over 3).
 
TURTLE RELEASE PROGRAM 2012
CRANDON PARK
KEY BISCAYNE
NORTH BEACH ENTRANCE
305/361-6767 x112 Karen
You can register for this program beginning July 1 (telephone registration accepted). You sign up for a particular date (office has schedule), and pay $8 per person.
When a turtle nest hatches on the beach, there are usually 3-12 turtles that do not make it out of the hole and into the ocean. When you participate in this program, you are helping save these turtles.  The even usually occurs at 7:00 P.M.
You and your children are educated about turtles and their cycles in the Crandon Park Center.  You guide will have rescued turtles from their hatching hole, and will bring them to you during the introduction, they are so tiny and cute! They always have sand stuck on their heads, and flap their webbed feet the whole time you are viewing them! Your kids will love it!  You then walk as a group to the beach at night! The guides will then place them on the ground, and you get to see the turtles make it into the ocean! When you go to the beach during the day, you will see roped off areas (yellow tape) with signs that read, “Turtle laying nest located here. Do not disturb.”)
These are the nests we will be getting our turtles from!
 
MIAMI-DADE SWIMMING CLASSES ($25 FOR TWO WEEKS)
Due to the water safety statistics, Dade County offers discounted swim classes, taught by Red Cross certified instructors!

Doug Barnes Park and  Rockway Pool have great program. I like them for maintaining  swim skills. The kids end up jumping off of the diving boards and learning different swim techniques!

The cost is usually $60 for two weeks, but due to drowning statistics, they offer the 2 week course to kids ages 6-10 (levels 1-3) for $25!!!!
Rockway Pool Summer 2012
9460 S.W. 27th Drive
305/223-8742
305/223-8769
call for registration details. You must sign up in person.
 
GRAPELAND WATER PARK
1550 N.W. 37 AVENUE
305/960-2950
10-5
ADULTS $10  CHILDREN $6
This is a fun and refreshing place to visit.
I recommend going in a group during the week (less crowded on weekdays and mornings)
 
LIGHTHOUSE POINT AT  KEY BISCAYNE BEACH
“El Farrito”
1200 Crandon Blvd.
305/361-8487
$6 entrance to beach
This is a great beach spot (if you plant your umbrella next to their restaurant, they have reasonable ice cream rates). You can use this to encourage your children to behave perfectly! Ha!
You can also pack bikes in your car (fun trails), or plan to tour the lighthouse! The lighthouse is open most days (call first – I believe it is closed on Tuesdays and Sundays), and it is FREE to climb up to the top and enjoy the view. If you want a GUIDED TOUR, this has a price. The door is always open, and they welcome exploration of the lighthouse and house of the original lighthouse keeper and his family. This is a nice area to picnic! (Below are some alternatives to being outdoors in the summer heat)
 
FREE BOWLING THIS SUMMER 2012 AT BIRD BOWL
9275 S.W. 40thStreet
305/221-1221
This bowling center is offering free bowling all summer (pay for shoes only – about $4). Simply log on to the website below, and pre-register. This is free for kids under age 15.
 
Super Wheels Roller Skating
12265 S.W. 112 Street
305/2709FUN
CRYSTAL PLAZA SHOPPING CENTER
$10 per person ($2 skate rental)
 
KENDALL ICE ARENA –ICE SKATING
10355 Hammocks Blvd.
Kendall
$6 per person entrance ($3 per skate rental)
 
The ACTOR’S PLAYHOUSE 2012
MIRACLE MILE
SATURDAYS
2:00 P.M.
Raised price to $17 per person
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
June 27 – August 4
 
MIAMI CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
MIAMI BEACH
THE THIRD FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH IS FREE
(From 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.)
305/373-5437
 
MIAMI ART MUSEUM
SECOND SATURDAY OF THE MONTH IS FREE
101 W. Flagler Street
305/375-3000
Hands-on art programs available for parents and kids. Tours given.
 
SHAKE-A-LEG POGRAM
FREE KAYAKING FOR THE FAMILY!
262 BAYSHORE DRIVE
(NEXT TO MONEY’S IN COCONUT GROVE)
305/858-5550
THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH
(call first because program is sometimes suspended in the summer)
This program has helped empower disabled children every year through their sports programs. They now have funding to host, “Community Family Day” every 3rd Saturday of the month. We went and the kids had a blast!  They have inflatable obstacle courses, scooters, car racing, face painting, and kayaks. You sign up to go on a kayak, and a boat takes you to a nearby island (they provide life jackets). You then proceed to choose your kayak and paddle around the island! A few life guard/guides are in the water, if you need help, but you have the freedom to tour the water on your own if you prefer. We were on the island about an hour. My kids loved it!
 
The outdoor movies under the stars (free movies in the middle of parks) will resume again in October (UM, Pine crest Gardens, Shelley Park, Doral, Miami Springs, Key Biscayne). I will provide you with start date in the fall.
 
THE RAILROAD MUSEUM
FIRST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH IS FREE
Located inside parking entrance to Zoo Miami
Train rides are additional, but minimal fee.
305/253-0063


Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Summer Movies!


THE FALLS MOVIE THEATER
8888 S.W. 136 Street
305/255-5491
        &
Regal Kendall Regional Theater (next to Chuck E. Cheese)
8595 S.W. 124 Avenue
305/596-9081
TUESDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS
10:00 A.M.
ALL SUMMER
(THE FALLS MOVIE THEATER AND REGAL KENDALL VILLAGE (both are “Regal” theaters), share the exact same “almost free” movie schedules this summer. These movies used to be free, but are $1 per person (still a pretty good rate for MOVIES)! These two theaters are sponsoring this event all summer on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:00 A.M.).
The Falls Movie Theater

Here is a helpful list of the amazing upcoming movies that will be showing here at the Regal Kendall Village:

TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS

KIT KITTREDGE: AMERICAN GIRL
JOURNEY 2                                                                                                  6/12/2012 AND 6/13/2012
 
DOLPHIN TALE
HAPPY FEET TWO                                                                                      6/19/2012 AND 6/20/2012
 
LEGEND OF THE GUARDIANS
YOGI BEAR                                                                                                  6/26/2012 AND 6/27/2012
 
CATS & DOGS: REVENGE
HUGO                                                                                                                7/3/2012 AND 7/4/2012
 
ADVENTURES OF TIN TIN
PUSS IN BOOTS                                                                                          7/10/2012 AND 7/11/2012
 
KUNG FU PANDA 2  
RANGO                                                                                                         7/17/2012 AND 7/18/2012
 
SPY KIDS: ALL THE TIME 
RIO                                                                                                               7/24/2012 AND 7/25/2012
 
HOODWINKED TOO
CHIMPANZEE                                                                                               7/31/2012 AND 8/1/2012
 
ARTHUR CHRISTMAS 
SMURFS                                                                                                         8/7/2012 AND 8/8/2012

 
Seating is first come, first serve.
Admission will be only one dollar ($1.00) per person. Showings will be at 10:00 AM.
 
                                               
THE DOLPHIN MALL CINEMA
FREE SUMMER MOVIES
TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS
10:00 A.M.
11471 N.W. 12 Street
305/591-0785
(THE DOLPHIN MALL, “COBB THEATERS,” ALSO HOSTS A FAMILY SUMMER FILM FEST. THIS ONE HOWEVER, IS FREE!
They also show the same movies on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays at 10:00)!
FREE SUMMER MOVIES SCHEDULE AT THE DOLPHIN MALL 2012
 
JUNE 12,13,14
YOGI BEAR (PG)
ZOOKEEPER (PG)
 
JUNE 19,20,21
MR. POPPER’S PENGUINS (PG)
HOP (PG)
 
JUNE 26,27,28
RIO (G)
DOPHIN TALE (PG)
 
JULY 3,4,5
KITT KITTEREDGE (G)
THE SMURFS (PG)
 
JULY 10,11,12
PUSS IN BOOTS (PG)
KUNG FU PANDA 2 (PG)
 
JULY 17,18,19
ALVIN AND THE CHIPMUNKS:CHIPWRECKED (G)
HAPPY FEET (PG)
 
JULY 24,25,26
HAPPY FEET 2 (PG)
CLIFFORD’S REALLY BIG MOVIE (G)
 
JULY 31,AUGUST 1,2
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES (PG)
RANGO (PG)

July 4th celebration returning to the Biltmore


"I am so excited this event is back it's a great one - yay can't wait!"

The rockets’ red glare will once again dominate the night sky over Coral Gables as the city’s much-loved July 4th celebration returns next month.

After a budget-related hiatus of several years, the event will resume for America’s 236th birthday thanks to the city of Coral Gables, Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., the Biltmore Hotel, University of Miami and the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce, along with several other corporate citizens.

The city announced the event’s return on Friday, June 8, saying: “The rumors are true!”
This year’s celebration will include a special concert by the Greater Miami Symphonic Band, concessions, patriotic mascots and a spectacular fireworks display.

The celebration will begin at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4, at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave., with the concert at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. Admission is free.

http://www.gableshomepage.com/2012/06/09/july-4th-celebration-returning-to-the-biltmore/