Alex Daoud isn’t done putting his imprint on his beloved Miami Beach Once upon a time the name Alex Daoud was synonymous with political corruption, at least on Miami Beach. After all, the wildly popular mayor was eventually busted for the kind of paternalistic, ol’ boy corruption that, well, defines much of the history of [...]
One day after the Great Recession of 2007-09 was declared dead-and-done by a national economic research bureau, the former city manager of Bell, California ($787,000 salary), his assistant ($376,000), plus the mayor and five part-time council members ($100,000 apiece) – all of whom, evidently, must have been oblivious to the existence of a recession, judging [...]
Engels, Where’s Marx? An election year that promises not much in the way of political fireworks—there’s no expectation of any incumbent being seriously challenged—still is rife with backstories for anyone with a discerning eye. Take, for instance, the fact that, if you’re a sitting commissioner, life becomes a whole lot easier with no opponents to [...]
Humans observe Spay Day on Miami Beach
On an otherwise sleepy Sunday morning on Miami Beach, sounds of fear and wisps of fur floated across Michigan Avenue. A chorus of cats meowed and pawed, claustrophobic in their metal cages in Flamingo Park. The event last Sunday morning was the kick-off of Cat 3000, a joint effort by two animal welfare groups to neuter a feral cat problem in the city.
People in the Community You Should Know – Silvia Karman Cubina Creative Curator WHO ARE YOU? Executive Director and Chief Curator of the Bass Museum in Miami Beach WHAT DO YOU DO IN REAL LIFE? I am a mom and a wife WHAT EXCITES YOU VISUALLY AND CREATIVELY? Art, people, surprises, passion, ideas, attention to [...]
Save the Date: Sunday, November 21, 2010 Catch Music legend Diana Ross when she performs live at the hard rock in hollywood. Ross helped shape the Motown sound as lead singer of The Supremes until 1970, when she left the group for a solo career. She has performed for presidents, royalty and at the 2008 [...]
Ricardo Pau-Llosa, Madea’s Big Happy Family, Bob Dylan, Young Frankenstein, Miami Beach: The Musical, Modern Dance, Dragon Boat Festival, The Nudist Museum, Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida, Florida Cattle Ranching, Mark Bittman
The “Garden” is a priceless diamond located in the soul of South Beach. Open to the public and usually free of an admission price, (except for special events), this vibrant public garden opens its doors and its heart to art exhibitions, educational events, community meetings as well as corporate and social functions. Recently the “Garden” [...]
LIV opens at Sun Life Stadium For those who love a little nightclub action with their football, or vice versa, we have great news! LIV (the mega-nightclub you’ve come to love/hate at the Fontainebleau), has set up shop at Sun Life Stadium and if Sunday’s Dolphins vs. Jets game is any indication, will offer up [...]
Okay girls, this one is for you. Head to Midtown and check out Ring Finger Studio, a new green luxury bridal jewelry boutique. The brainchild of jewelry designer Tara Rose, the studio is opening this month. So ladies drag your beau-to-be down to Ring Finger Studio and check out their delicious diamonds including the hot [...]
Lincoln Center was the focal point of fashion in the United States from September 9-16. Set up with all of the comforts of home if home was in fact heaven. There were Starbucks Frappuccinos for drinking, Pop Chips for snacking, and an AOL Media Lounge complete with Internet access and a video booth for people [...]
Creative Children Therapy CIFO and David “LEBO” LeBatard On Thursday, September 30th from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m., CCT will host their 4th annual exhibition “Inspired by the Beat” at the Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation (CIFO) in Miami. All event proceeds will go to funding the organization’s art programs, which focus on helping children with special [...]
