Parents, offering your kids sips of booze may backfire

Parents, offering your kids sips of booze may backfire

A guide to Miami-Dade art walks - Visual Arts - MiamiHerald.com

A guide to Miami-Dade art walks - Visual Arts - MiamiHerald.com

Pinecrest Gardens - Let the Fall Activities Begin...

September Events are in Full Bloom!Jazz Subscriptions; Gardens Gallery Exhibit & Art Opening; Lectures; Children's Art Workshop; International Day of Peace; Farmers Market

Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens 2012-13 Subscription Series Tickets Now on Sale Click image to purchase tickets Select your seats on-line today for the Gardens’ signature performing arts series; Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens beginning next month. Our line-up of national and international jazz artists this year will include Big Band, Electro-Funk Fusion, Latin Jazz, Bebop and Swing, Brazilian/Caribbean, Straight Ahead Jazz and Salsa. Seven sensational shows at a 25% discount for full season subscribers; $140 for premium seating (rows A-F) or $105 (rows G-M) for standard seating. Click here for the full season line-up. From the Ground Up...A Garden Re-ImaginedTwo Fabulous Workshops This Month Gardens Gallery, Hibiscus Room Click image for full schedule Organic Gardening Techniques Wednesday, September 12, 10:00 a.m. From fragrant fresh flowers, to tasty restorative herbs, to juicy fresh fruit and delicious vegetables--when you grow your own its true organic! Join us when Horticulturist Craig Morell shows you a range of gardening methods to help you turn your dream organic garden into reality and keep it growing all year long. Tree Trimming Primer Thursday September 27, 6:30 p.m. Tree trimming is important not only for aesthetic reasons but also to encourage the growth of strong, healthy trees. Horticulturist Craig Morell will again, take you on a journey touching upon topics that include; the best time to trim, basic pruning techniques and tree trimming safety. Tree care is a whole lot less daunting when you have the basics under your belt. Both lectures this month are in the Hibiscus Room and are free for all. The Gardens Gallery Presents Sarah Michelle Rupert, “In the Air//On the Screen” September 7 - October 7 Click image for information Sarah Michelle Rupert is a visual artist living and working in South Florida. Using photography, video, collage, drawing and design, her work revolves around consumer-driven mass-communication and television culture in contemporary experience. Sarah’s work has recently appeared in exhibitions at Locust Projects and David Castillo Gallery in Miami, The GalleryBar in New York City, and at the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood. She received an M.A. in Visual Arts Administration from New York University and a B.F.A. in Photography from the University of Florida. Opening reception is Friday, September 7th 6:00-9:00 p.m. For more information visit www.sarahmichellerupert.com Children's Animation Expression Workshop Sunday, September 30, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Visual artist Sarah Michelle Rupert will lead a children's workshop in Stop-Motion Animation at the Gardens Gallery on Sunday, September 30th from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Groups will create short films with stories about activities in the Gardens from experiences at the petting zoo to feeding the fish. The workshop is open to children ages 5-14 and will involve use of scissors and glue. Space is limited and reservations are necessary. Price is $20 and includes a take-home DVD! Any questions please contact the artist by email at: sarahmichellerupert@gmail.com. Participants are encouraged to bring their own digital cameras. International Day of Peace Friday, September 21, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Celebrate and commemorate Peace Day at the Gardens when students from Pinecrest Public Schools perform a concert of music, theater, dance, and drum circles. Also featured on the Banyan Bowl stage will be an extraordinary program of mixed-ability dancing featuring the Karen Peterson Dancers. There will be crafters and other vendors, activities for the whole family and a special peace-art exhibit in the Gardens Gallery presented by award-winning artist Phil Fung. Admission is Free. PV101: Solar Electric Design and Installation October 8-12, 2012 Historical Entrance at Pinecrest Gardens Solar Energy International will offer a comprehensive five-day workshop on the fundamentals of solar electric. The goal of the PV101 Workshop is to create a fundamental understanding of the core concepts necessary to work with all PV systems. Since 1991, Solar Energy International has taught more than 20,000 alumni in renewable energy technologies. Tuition for this five-day event is $995. Register online at www.solarenergy.org or call to register at 970-963-8855. Farmers Market: Fresh Produce & More Sundays, 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Click image for information Enjoy the fresh air while selecting your fresh produce, spices, home-baked breads, hand-made pastas, organic products and much more at the Pinecrest Gardens' Farmers' Market, every Sunday. Taste the amazing produce of local farmers. Enjoy cooking demonstrations. Enjoy fresh baked goods by artisan bakers. While visiting the market take a small detour and experience a magnificent stroll through the Gardens, a picnic and some family-fun.

NEW Children's Parties @ Flamingo Gardens

http://flamingogardens.org/Birthdays.html

Children's Birthdays

What better place to celebrate a child's special day than at Flamingo Gardens? Celebrate a birthday, Kindergarten graduation, or any special day with the feathered and furry friends of Flamingo Gardens!

BIRTHDAY PACKAGE
Children's parties includes admission to Flamingo Gardens for the day, a private Birthday Chickee, narrated tour by tram, live Wildlife Encounter Show, photo of the birthday child, take home plant for each child, lunch and cake for children (adult menu available).

Only $19.50 per child (minimum 10 children)
Adults $15.00 per person (price does not include adult food)

Menu upgrades and adult menues are available at additional rates.

For more information and reservations call Michelle or Karen at:
954-473-2955 x136 or email rentals@flamingogardens.org
For Adult Party or non-food party options, please see Venue Rentals.
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$200 non-refundable deposit due at booking. Additional charges due day of. 

No outside food permitted in Flamingo Gardens, but you are allowed to bring a cooler for additional beverages if you like. No Beer, Wine, or Alcoholic beverages allowed at Children Parties.

Cash and Credit Card only.

Subject to 6% Florida Sales Tax. 
Prices subject to change without notice.

Date Set for the Grand Opening of Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom

http://www.mommymusings.com/grand-opening-fantasyland-date/

I remember sitting in awe when I first heard the news about the Fantasyland expansion at the Magic Kingdom. I think that was back in 2010, and the renderings presented were unbelievable. Among the list of additions were Beast’s Castle from Beauty and the Beast and an attraction featuring The Little Mermaid, much to my daughter’s delight.

What’s even more unbelievable is the Grand Opening of Fantasyland is right around the corner — with an official date set for December 6, 2012! Previews will begin on November 19, for those that want a sneak peek

Since I have been away for most of the summer, I haven’t seen any of the transformation going on at the Magic Kingdom, which should make for an even more impressive reveal! I’ve been told that Storybook Circus is open with the new dueling Dumbo, the Flying Elephant ride, The Great Goofini coaster (formerly Barnstormer), and Casey Junior’s Splash and Soak area.

The main attractions that I’m looking forward to are The Little Mermaid Ride and Be Our Guest Restaurant (food counts as an attraction, right!?) in Enchanted Forest … thankfully, I won’t have to wait much longer!
The Grand Opening of Fantasyland will include:

Under the Sea – Journey of the Little Mermaid Ride

Under the Sea: Journey of the Little Mermaid is a major attraction where guests will travel with Ariel and her friends through their exciting adventures above and below the waves – all against a musical backdrop of songs from the film. The new attraction combines the enduring appeal of a classic Disney “dark ride” with wonderful technological innovations to offer guests a personal journey into the scenes of the film. Adventurers will feel as if they are descending below the ocean’s surface. Once “under the sea,” guests will find themselves immersed in the story of “The Little Mermaid,” sharing Ariel’s adventure through a magical cast of characters and a captivating musical score that will entice everyone to sing along.  The fun continues at “Ariel’s Grotto,” a meet-and-greet with the mermaid heroine herself.

The Castle of the Beast

The Be Our Guest Restaurant will feature a lavish dining experience in the elegant ballroom, gallery, and mysterious “West Wing” of the castle. With seating for 550, this magnificent facility will offer “great food fast” service by day and full table service dining in the evening. Nearby in Belle’s Village, guests will find the rousing Gaston’s Tavern and Bonjour! Village Gifts.

Enchanted Tales with Belle

The adventure begins in Maurice’s workshop, where a magical mirror is the doorway to a captivating new kind of storytelling experience: guests will be transported to the Beast’s library to meet Belle and Lumiere, and share in a lively, interactive re-telling of the “tale as old as time.”
Are you excited as I am about the opening of the new Fantasyland? What feature/attraction are you most looking forward to?
Photo(s) credit: Walt Disney Co.

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween 2012

http://www.mommymusings.com/mickeys-not-so-scary-halloween-party-2012-dates/



Can you believe September is right around the corner? And it’s almost fall?

Even though the weather in Florida indicates otherwise, in just a few short weeks Halloween events are set to begin. One of my favorites is Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party at Walt Disney World.
Beginning September 11, 2012, guests are invited to dress up in their favorite Halloween costumes for trick or treating and more from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. at the Magic Kingdom.

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween 2012 Party Dates:

September: 11, 14, 18 21, 25, 28, 30
October: 4, 5, 8, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 21, 22, 23, 25, 28, 30 and 31
November: 2

In addition to trick-or-treating, meet and greets with Disney characters donning Halloween costumes, and entertainment unique to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, many popular Magic Kingdom attractions – including, The Haunted Mansion, of course – are available to experience.
Nightly entertainment features the twice nightly “Mickey’s Boo-To-You Halloween Parade” led by the infamous Headless Horseman, followed by  “HalloWishes,” a green and orange fireworks display complete with Disney villains.

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is a hard ticket event and is not included with regular theme park admission. There’s an advance savings of $6 per ticket for select dates. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.disneyworld.com/halloween.

September Events

September Events : September may mean the official end of summer in Miami, but it is still hot and sometimes rainy. Nevertheless, there are still some interesting events going on this month.

Labor Day Weekend Labor Day weekend marks the end of summer, but it's still a time to celebrate! Get out and have some fun! In this article, we look at five great ways you can spend Labor Day weekend in Miami

Kids: Biltmore Family Movie NightEvery Friday at 8pm in September, catch the Harry Potter series with food, refreshments
and popcorn served at Cascade Restaurant, poolside
at the Biltmore Hotel. http://www.biltmorehotel.com


Sunday, September 2
The Great Grove Bed RaceThe annual Great Grove Bed Race returns to the streets of Coconut Grove
with a little mattress mayhem as home-made beds careen down the street at breakneck speeds.



FOOD TRUCKS, SHOPPING & CHARITY@
Saturday, Sep 1 11:00a to 5:00p at Festival Flea Market Mall, Pompano Beach, FL
Join Festival Flea Market Mall and 18 local favorite food trucks for a day of food, treats and fun benefiting the Broward Outreach Center, a homeless assistance center.



Bank of America's Museums on Us September 1-2
Saturday, Sep 1 10:00a
at Bass Museum of Art, Miami Beach, FL
Bank of America’s Museums on Us is helping cardholders celebrate Labor Day weekend by offering free admission this weekend, September 1 and 2, to several Miami museums: Bass Museum of Art, IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum, Miami Art Museum, Miami Children’s Museum, Miami Science Museum, Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale, Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) and Museum of Discovery & Science.


Earth From Space: The Magic Planet
Saturday, Sep 1 10:00a to 6:00p
at Miami Science Museum, Miami, FL

Signing Guidelines: Mr. Wade will only sign books, absolutely no memorabilia allowed. One book per person, or as a family. He won't have time for personalizations or posed photos. Photos must be taken in passing, by giving your camera to the store's designated photographer who will snap a photo of you with Mr. Wade while he signs your book.

Beats After Sunset | September

Friday, September 7 at 8:00pm at Bass Museum of Art

Fashion's Night Out

Sept.6 2012

Miami Design District 6-10pm

Florida Marine Flea Market and Seafood Festival
Friday, Sep 7 9:00a to 6:00p at South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center, West Palm Beach, FL
The 2nd Annual Florida Marine Flea Market & Seafood Festival will be held September 7-9, 2012 at the South Florida Fairgrounds 9067 Southern Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33411



First Friday Gallery Night
Friday, Sep 7 6:00p to 9:00p at Coral Gables Museum, Coral Gables, FL
Join us for the public opening reception for Upcycled: new life for discarded materials and Arte Nuevo/Ciudad Antigua: contemporary art from sister city La Antigua, Guatemala, in conjunction with First Friday Gallery Night. Live music and a cash bar will be available on the Museum Plaza.

Sep 8 2012 1:00 pm

Family Day on Aragon: Bear has come up with the perfect way to say thanks—a nice big dinner! When Bear decides to throw a feast, his friends show up one by one with different platters of delicious food to share. There’s just one problem: Bear’s cupboards are bare! What is he to do? Karma Wilson’s playful text and Jane Chapman’s charming illustrations bring to life Bear Says Thanks, a celebration of family and friendship. Young readers will delight in discovering the special gift Bear has to share.  Karma Wilson has had more than 30 books accepted for publication. Many of those are on the shelves of libraries and bookstores around the world. Her books have received numerous state and national awards, been translated into dozens of languages, and a few have made an appearance on the New York Times bestseller list. Karma sincerely hopes that her books bring joy to children and families everywhere. 

Location: 265 Aragon Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134

Barnacle, Books, Birds & Boats
Sunday, Sep 9 11:00a to 3:00p at The Barnacle Historic State Park, Coconut Grove, FL
Celebrates Adult and Family Literacy Month with educational activities, games and prizes, ranger story time and bring a good book to read in the shade plus blanket or lawn chair. Picnics encouraged, but no alcohol, please.

Wine by the Bay Presents a Champagne and Wine Tasting
Thursday, Sep 13 7:00p to 8:30p
at Wine by the Bay, Miami, FL
Guests will travel the world to taste the best and brightest of the great sparkling regions, including a few surprises! RSVP is required. Wine by the Bay is Downtown Miami’s best source of wine for all tastes and budgets, Champagne, exotic beer, Foie Gras, and caviar. Plus art exhibits and cultural events!

http://www.winebtb.com/

Disney On Ice Worlds of Fantasy Miami
Friday, Sep 14 10:30a
at American Airlines Arena, Miami,

http://www.ticketmaster.com/Disney-On-Ice-Worlds-of-Fantasy-tickets/artist/1233115

Celebrating Julia's Birthday Bash
Saturday, Sep 15 5:00p to 7:00p
at The Freedom Tower, Miami, FL
Celebrate Julia Child's 100th Birthday at the Freedom Tower. Small plates,sweets,festive libations and an exciting culinary/travel-themed silent auction to benefit Les Dames d'Escoffier Miami Legacy Awards and Miami Dade College/Miami Culinary Institute's Scholarship Fund.

http://www.lesdamesmiami.org/

Kids Expo
Tuesday, Sep 11 9:00a to 6:00p at War Memorial Auditorium, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Hispanic Heritage Fair
Sunday, Sep 16 11:00a to 6:00p
at Robert King High Park, Miami, FL
Community Performing Arts Association invites the community of South Florida to come out to celebrate the independence of Nicaragua and other Central American countries and Hispanic heritage. Dance, music, art, food, beverage and entertainment for the whole family. Free admission.

Miami Spice Restaurant Month - The annual Miami Spice restaurant month sponsored by the Greater Miami Convention and Visitor's Bureau offers fabulous deals during the months of August and September. Enjoy fixed-price lunches for $20.06 and dinners for $30.06 at some of the area's finest restaurants!
http://www.ilovemiamispice.com/index.asp

• The International Ballet Festival (August 24-September 16, 2012) brings some of the world's top ballet performers to Miami and Fort Lauderdale.

The Miami Home Show (August 31-September 4, 2012) hosts dozens of home design companies displaying their expertise and products to help you renovate or build your dream home.

http://home-shows.com/

The South Florida Dragon Boat Festival (September 29, 2012) is a unique cultural event that brings an authentic Chinese festival to the shores of Miami.

Movies on the Plaza: The Vow
Thursday, Sep 13 8:00p
at Brickell World Plaza, Miami, FL
Movies on the Plaza is a free, family-friendly event sponsored by Brickell World Plaza each month.
This month, Brickell World Plaza presents The Vow.







Barnacle Under Moonlight
September 14, 2012
A concert held on the second Friday of the month at the Barnacle Historic State Park in Coconut Grove.
 

Miami International Wine Fair
September 14-16, 2012
Guests will have the opportunity to taste more than 1,500 different wines from 20 countries.

http://www.miamiwinefair.com/

Science Rocks (Geology Weekend)
Saturday, Sep 22 12:00p at Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale, FL



Old Time Dance
September 23, 2012
Learn to dance like it's 1891 at the Barnacle State Historic Site.

16th Annual Americas Food and Beverage Show
Monday, Sep 24 8:00a at Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, FL
Read more here: http://events.miamiherald.com/miami_beach_fl/events/show/274785447-16th-annual-americas-food-and-beverage-show#storylink=cpy



Brickell Art walk
Tuesday, Sep 25 5:00p to 11:00p at Mary Brickell Village, Miami, FL
The Last Tuesday of each month
The Brickell Art Walk will serve as a vehicle to inject culture and give the opportunity for Brickellians to meet some of the greatest artists/collectors in the world, up-close and personal. Every venue will feature a new artist therefore taking Brickellians on a journey.

Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays
September 28, 2012
Free monthly cultural event and street fair on the last Friday of each month showcasing music, dance, poetry, and the visual arts.

Coconut Grove Pumpkin Patch Festival
Saturday, Sep 29 10:00a to 6:00p at Peacock Park - Coconut Grove, Miami, FL
Billed as a wonderFALL autumn celebration, event features fun activities and rides for the whole family plus a Foodie Feast area serving breakfast, lunch and snacks. In addition, a professional photography station will be set up in the patch to capture memories for you.

http://coconutgrovepumpkinpatch.com/



Going Green Festival
Saturday, Sep 29 12:00p to 4:00p
at Miami Children's Museum, Watson Island, FL Saturday, September 29th 2012
12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Green is a scream! Become a part of Miami Children’s Museum’s Green Team! Learn little things you can do to help keep our Earth a healthy place for you and me.
For more information, please call (305)373-KIDS (5437) or visit www.miamichildrensmuseum