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		<title>Miami International Wine Fair Discounted Tickets</title>
		<link>http://nicepalms.com/2009/09/24/miami-international-wine-fair-discounted-tickets/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:26:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[For those of you who are interested, here is a list of Miami International Wine Fair&#8217;s Featured Seminars at the Miami Beach Convention Center&#8230; • GREAT ESTATES OF SPAIN: GRANDES PAGOS DE ESPAÑA Saturday, September 26 at 11:45 a.m. ($40) Comprised of 20 wineries from 17 provinces, Grandes Pagos de España was founded on the [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=nicepalms.com&amp;blog=4495152&amp;post=430&amp;subd=nicepalms&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>For those of you who are interested, here is a list of Miami International Wine Fair&#8217;s Featured Seminars at the Miami Beach Convention Center&#8230;</p>
<p>• GREAT ESTATES OF SPAIN: GRANDES PAGOS DE ESPAÑA<br />
Saturday, September 26 at 11:45 a.m. ($40)<span id="more-430"></span></p>
<p>Comprised of 20 wineries from 17 provinces, Grandes Pagos de España was founded on the principle of promoting terroir1 and the pursuit of excellence through the relationship of wine and its place of origin. Join Carlos Falcó, Marqués de Griñón and president of Grandes Pagos de España, in this tasting of the country&#8217;s most highly acclaimed wines including the Aalto 2006 (94 Points, Robert Parker); Finca Valpiedra 2005 (93 Points, Wine Spectator) and Pagos de Familia Marqués de Griñón Syrah 2004 (93 Points, Wine Enthusiast), to name a few.</p>
<p>• YOU BE THE JUDGE: AN INTRODUCTION TO EVALUATING WINE<br />
Saturday, September 26 at 3:30 p.m. (Free for fair ticket holders)</p>
<p>What makes a wine &#8220;fine?&#8221; Certified Wine Judge, Michael Schaefer, will guide enthusiasts through the winemaking process, introducing and elaborating upon the factors that play a role in making a wine smell and taste the way it does.</p>
<p>• CASTILLA-LA MANCHA WINES: FROM VALUE TO COLLECTOR-WORTHY WINES<br />
Saturday, September 26 at 4:45 p.m. ($20)</p>
<p>Castilla-La Mancha is one of the greatest wine growing regions in Spain and the largest single wine producing region in the world. Industry authority Robert Parker recently stated that Spain would be the next star in the universe of wines and Castilla-La Mancha has risen to those expectations. From value-priced to collector wines, tastings will include: Vinos de Alborea, Bodega La Remediadora, Vinícola de Castilla, Bodegas San Dionisio, Bodegas Pedroheras, Vinos Coloman, Vinícola de Tomelloso, Bodegas La Defensa, Vinícola de Villarrobledo and Union Campesina Iniestense.</p>
<p>• ORGANIC WINES: THE WAY NATURE INTENDED<br />
Sunday, September 27 at 11:45 a.m. ($20)</p>
<p>Join AMG Organic Imports owners, Marco and Alejandra Ferreira and Romero &amp; Miller&#8217;s Eric Miller as they showcase their outstanding portfolio of organically produced wines from Chile, Argentina and Spain.</p>
<p>• TASTE THE WARMTH: AN EXPLORATION OF THE WINES OF SOUTHERN FRANCE sponsored by the French Ministry of Agriculture in cooperation with SOPEXA USA.<br />
Sunday, September 27 at 2:45 p.m. ($20)</p>
<p>Discover wines from France&#8217;s sun-kissed Southern regions of the Rhône Valley, Provence and the Languedoc-Roussillon; and experience the richness of terroir as expressed in the “warm weather” grape varieties of Syrah, Grenache and Carignan, among others.</p>
<p>• SUSHI &amp; SAKE: THE WORLD&#8217;S MOST REFRESHING PAIRING<br />
Sunday, September 27 at 4:45 p.m. ($20)</p>
<p>SUSHISAMBA dromo&#8217;s sake sommelier Midori Roth will present a tutorial on the history of sake, its production process and provide tips on different pairings while guests sample various grades of sake. SUSHISAMBA dromo signature bites will be paired</p>
<p>Trade: Sat &amp; Sun (11AM &#8211; 4PM) FREE*</p>
<p>General Public: Sat &amp; Sun (4PM &#8211; 7PM)</p>
<p>Regular Price: $75 / per person per day</p>
<p>Discount offered: 15% (Code: LWE)</p>
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		<title>New Year&#8217;s in Miami Beach with Mr. Suntan Himself</title>
		<link>http://nicepalms.com/2008/12/28/fontainebleau-miami-beach-george-hamilton/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2008 18:36:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The hottest place this New Year’s Eve is none other than the Fontainebleau Miami Beach.  Hot on the heels of its spectacular grand opening, the iconic resort, once a favorite of Sinatra, Elvis and more, is ushering in 2009 with a new era of celebrities, picking up where old Hollywood left off.  New Year’s Eve [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=nicepalms.com&amp;blog=4495152&amp;post=354&amp;subd=nicepalms&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-357" title="hamilton" src="http://nicepalms.files.wordpress.com/2008/12/hamilton.jpg?w=500" alt="hamilton"   />The hottest place this New Year’s Eve is none other than the <a href="http://www.miamibeach-usa.com/fontainebleau-miami-beach-hotel/">Fontainebleau Miami Beach</a>.  Hot on the heels of its spectacular grand opening, the iconic resort, once a favorite of Sinatra, Elvis and more, is ushering in 2009 with a new era of celebrities, picking up where old Hollywood left off.  New Year’s Eve at Fontainebleau Miami Beach presents an evening <span id="more-354"></span>overflowing with glamour and revelry, plus dining and entertainment options for everyone.</p>
<p>Glamour Reinvented, hosted by the legendary George Hamilton is the ideal choice for those in search of dinner and dancing in the tradition of grand 1950’s supper club soirees.  The event, held in the resort’s historic Fontaine and Fleur de Lis ballrooms, begins at 9 p.m. with a champagne cocktail reception and hors d’oeuvres, followed by an impeccable four course dinner accented with wines to compliment each course.  Revelers can dance to the big band sounds of the Matt Dusk Orchestra, American classics and jazzy renditions of rat pack favorites, while enjoying an open bar from 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.  Tickets are priced at $250 per person, including tax and gratuity.  Jackets required.  Black tie is optional.  For additional information and to purchase tickets, please call 877-326-7412.</p>
<p>In addition to this spectacular event, Adam Levine and James Valentine of Maroon 5, Sean “Diddy” Combs as well as actress and model Molly Sims will all preside over their own New Year’s Eve celebrations at various locations throughout the resort.</p>
<p>For additional information on New Year’s Eve at <a href="http://www.southbeach-usa.com/news/nightlife/2008/05/19/fontainebleau-nightlife/">Fontainebleau Miami Beach</a>, please call 866-940-4511 or visit www.newyears.com/fbnye.</p>
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		<title>Miami International Wine Fair&#8217;s Cool Seminars</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 11 Oct 2008 12:33:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here&#8217;s an example of what&#8217;s coming to South Beach during the Miami International Wine Fair&#8230; The Rhone Valley vs. The Rhone Rangers In the 700 years since Pope Clement brought Church to Avignon and changed the face of the Rhone Valley forever, its wines and grapes have delighted tasters and connoisseurs around the world. Today, the Syrah [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=nicepalms.com&amp;blog=4495152&amp;post=308&amp;subd=nicepalms&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://nicepalms.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/octnews_logo.gif"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-316" title="octnews_logo" src="http://nicepalms.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/octnews_logo.gif?w=500" alt=""   /></a>Here&#8217;s an example of what&#8217;s coming to <a href="http://www.southbeach-usa.com/">South Beach</a> during the Miami International Wine Fair&#8230;</p>
<p>The Rhone Valley vs. The Rhone Rangers<br />
In the 700 years since Pope Clement brought Church to Avignon and changed the face of the Rhone Valley forever, its wines and grapes have delighted tasters and connoisseurs around the world.<span id="more-308"></span></p>
<p>Today, the Syrah grape has enjoyed enormous influence since moved from her home in northern Rhone, growing successfully in regions ranging from California and Washington to Australia. It has only been about 25 years since a group of wild-eyed grape farmers bound together to promote the bounty of the Rhone right here at home and the growing interest in Grenache has followed their trajectory.</p>
<p>Do our New World wines stand up to the elegance, strength and terroir of their Old World cousins? Has the integrity of the grape (or grapes) held up in her journey around the globe? Were the Rhone Rangers clairvoyant in bringing these grapes to our shores? With some of the best that Rhone and her Rangers have to offer, you can decide for yourself on Sunday, October 27, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. in the <a href="http://www.southbeach-usa.com/features/best/best.htm">Miami Beach</a> Convention Center.</p>
<p>Cost: $95 per person<br />
Capacity: 50 people<br />
For tickets visit <a href="http://www.miamiwinefair.com">www.miamiwinefair.com</a> or call 1-877-577-WINE</p>
<p>Wines that will be tasted:</p>
<p>Wine List Price Pts.*<br />
2005 Sine Qua Non Grenache Atlantis Fe 203 2B $395 98 WA<br />
1996 Sean Thackrey Syrah Orion $150 91 WS<br />
1996 Hermitage Jean-Louis Chave $169 93 WS<br />
1998 Hermitage La Chapelle P. Jaboulet $100 96 WS<br />
2001 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Domaine du Caillou, Le Clos du Caillou Les Quartz  $66 96 WA<br />
1998 Cape D&#8217;Estaing Shiraz Admiral&#8217;s Reserve $65 91 WA<br />
1999 Châteauneuf-du-Pape Reserve Château Rayas $220 92 WA<br />
1999 Glen Fiona Syrah Basket Press $65 89 WS<br />
*WA: Wine Advocate (Robert Parker). WS: Wine Spectator<br />
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Spain vs. the Rest of the World<br />
Pancho Campo M.W., Spain&#8217;s first and only Master of Wine, will present a unique seminar that has never been seen before in South Florida on Friday, October 24, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. in the Miami Beach Convention Center. &#8220;Spain vs. the Rest of The World&#8221; will guide us through an unparalleled experience where we&#8217;ll taste some of Spain&#8217;s most celebrated wines with some of the world&#8217;s classic collectables. All wines will first be sampled blindly for attendees to evaluate each wine and pick their favorite. The scores will then be collected and shared with the audience in an interactive setting. This wonderful exercise will be followed by an in-depth presentation about each wine by Mr. Campo.</p>
<p>Cost: $150 per person<br />
Capacity: 30 people<br />
For tickets visit www.miamiwinefair.com or call 1-877-577-WINE</p>
<p>Wines that will be tasted:</p>
<p>Wine List  Pts.*<br />
2005 Aalto PS, Ribera del Duero  98 WA<br />
2004 Muga Aro, Rioja  98 WA<br />
2003 Felix Callejo Reserva de Familia, Ribera del Duero  98 WA<br />
1998 Vega Sicilia Unico, Castilla y Leon  96 WA<br />
2005 Almaviva, Chile  95 WS<br />
2003 Clos d&#8217;Estournel, France  98 WA<br />
2006 Glaetzer Amon Ra, Australia  97-100 WA<br />
2005 Ornellaia, Italy  95 WS<br />
2005 Cuvelier de los Andes, Argentina  94 WA<br />
2005 Caymus Select, California  94 WS<br />
*WA: Wine Advocate (Robert Parker). WS: Wine Spectator<br />
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Infiniti Returns as Presenting Sponsor<br />
For the second consecutive year, Infiniti will be the presenting sponsor of the <a href="http://www.southbeach-usa.com/news/category/miami-international-wine-fair/">Miami International Wine Fair</a>. &#8220;Infiniti&#8217;s decision to continue investing in Florida&#8217;s largest wine expo despite the current economic uncertainty serves as testament of the extraordinary results delivered by last year&#8217;s edition,&#8221; said David Bernad, co-founder and general manager of the Wine Fair. &#8220;Infiniti is a world-class partner and a great brand to associate with the epicurean lifestyle promoted by the Miami International Wine Fair&#8221;, added Bernad. To learn more about Infiniti&#8217;s vehicles&#8217; design and performance visit www.infiniti.com.<br />
 <br />
Last Call for Exhibitors<br />
It&#8217;s not too late for wine producers from around the world and their U.S. representatives to register to exhibit at the 2008 Miami International Wine Fair. Due to overwhelming demand, the Fair will be expanding its original floor plan to accommodate new exhibitors. For additional information, please contact our sales office at info@miamiwinefair.com or call 1-866-887-WINE. The final deadline is October 15, 2008.<br />
 <br />
Other Upcoming Events<br />
Spanish Wine Education &#8211; New York 21-23 October 2008<br />
Professional Certification on the Spanish Wine Industry</p>
<p>An unique opportunity to discover the quality and variety of Spanish wines. This program is a certified, comprehensive and all inclusive 2.5 day Spanish wine course, with an intensive tasting component. It covers the main Spain&#8217;s DO&#8217;s, terroir, wine laws, wine styles, grape varieties, etc. It will end with an exam (theory and blind tasting of 6 wines).</p>
<p>The Warwick New York Hotel<br />
65 West 54th Street, NYC<br />
New York 10019 USA</p>
<p>Additional information for both events: Info@thewineacademy.com, +34 91 781 63 67, www.spainwines.es, www.thewineacademy.es</p>
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		<title>Richie Rich Hits the Runway</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:29:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[One of my favorite lines is done by the way-fab Richie Rich who is coming up tomorrow, Saturday, at Miami Beach Botanical Garden &#8230; FRI 10/3 * 6pm Juliana Costa * 6:15pm Bodytalk * 6:30pm Emerging Designers Fashion Show * 7pm Ever After * 8pm Dragana Ognjenovic * 9pm Argyle Culture by Russel Simmons at The [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=nicepalms.com&amp;blog=4495152&amp;post=304&amp;subd=nicepalms&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
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<p>FRI 10/3<span id="more-304"></span></p>
<p>* 6pm Juliana Costa<br />
* 6:15pm Bodytalk<br />
* 6:30pm Emerging Designers Fashion Show<br />
* 7pm Ever After<br />
* 8pm Dragana Ognjenovic<br />
* 9pm Argyle Culture by Russel Simmons at The Setai<br />
* 10pm Russel Simmons after party at The Setai<br />
SAT 10/4</p>
<p>* 6pm Kids Fashion Show presenting Baby Phat/Phat Pharm, Gymboree, Hawke, Hurley, Maxi-Cosi, Payless and Quinny<br />
* 7pm Keva<br />
* 8pm Richie Rich<br />
* 9pm Fisico by Christina Ferrari at Setai<br />
* 10pm Fisico by Christina Ferrari after party at The Setai hosted by Inside Fashion World magazine</p>
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		<title>Cocktails at the Adrienne Arsht Center</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Adrienne Arsht Gala After Party Host Committee: Brian Antoni / Daniel Arsham / Andres Asion / Dr. Ester &#38; Amir Ben- Zion / Lance Burstyn / Michael Capponi / Ingrid Casares / Helio Castroneves / Tony Cho / Edison Farrow / Andres Faucher / Rodrigo B. Gonzalez / Ruth Infarinato / Jovar Andrews / [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=nicepalms.com&amp;blog=4495152&amp;post=287&amp;subd=nicepalms&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-286" title="arsht" src="http://nicepalms.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/arsht.jpg?w=500" alt=""   />The Adrienne Arsht Gala After Party Host Committee:</p>
<p>Brian Antoni / Daniel Arsham / Andres Asion / Dr. Ester &amp; Amir Ben- Zion / Lance Burstyn / Michael Capponi / Ingrid Casares / Helio Castroneves / Tony Cho / Edison Farrow / Andres Faucher / Rodrigo B. Gonzalez / Ruth Infarinato / <span id="more-287"></span>Jovar Andrews / Michelle Leshem / Vanessa Menkes / Max Pierre / Amy Rosenberg / Javier Soto / Jimmy Vargas</p>
<p>Invite you to a spectacular evening of cocktails and dancing at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts Gala After Party</p>
<p>Coming Up Roses!</p>
<p>Proceeds from the evening benefit the arts and education programs and outreach initiatives at the Adrienne Arsht Center</p>
<p>Saturday, October 11th, 2008<br />
10:30 pm</p>
<p>Music By: Paul Sevigny / DJ Ruckus / Induce</p>
<p>To Purchase Tickets:<br />
Call: 786.468.2035<br />
Email: <a href="mailto:Gala@arshtcenter.org">Gala@arshtcenter.org</a><br />
This will be an amazing event and we hope you can play a part in its success&#8230;</p>
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		<title>Funkshion Fashion Week Miami Beach Schedule</title>
		<link>http://nicepalms.com/2008/09/24/funkshion-fashion-week-miami-beach-schedule/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2008 17:38:50 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Spring/Summer ‘09 Collections Runway Shows, October 1-4th, 2008 Fashion Week Miami Beach celebrates its 11th season with the most impressive line-ups in our history.  The state of the art fashion tents will be built INSIDE the Botanical Garden in Miami Beach.  The venue will feature three unique venues with a large court yard for sponsor [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=nicepalms.com&amp;blog=4495152&amp;post=267&amp;subd=nicepalms&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://nicepalms.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/003.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-270" title="003" src="http://nicepalms.files.wordpress.com/2008/09/003.jpg?w=500" alt=""   /></a>Spring/Summer ‘09 Collections Runway Shows, October 1-4th, 2008<br />
Fashion Week Miami Beach celebrates its 11th season with the most impressive line-ups in our history.  The state of the art fashion tents will be built INSIDE the Botanical Garden in Miami Beach.  The venue will feature three unique venues with a large court yard for sponsor activations in the center of it all.  <span id="more-267"></span>FUNKSHION: Fashion Week <a href="http://www.southbeach-usa.com/">Miami Beach</a> will open on October 1st at both the Botanical Gardens HARPERS BAZAAR show (8pm) and with BEJEWELED BY SUSAN FIXEL at Setai Hotel (at 9pm). </p>
<p>Now entering its fifth year, Go Red For Women is the nationwide campaign of The American Heart Association to create awareness surrounding America’s #1 killer of women &#8211; heart disease. This movement celebrates the energy, passion and power women have to wipe out this terrible epidemic. Thanks to the participation of millions across the country, the color red—and the red dress—represent the ability all women have to improve their heart health and live healthier lives, free from cardiovascular disease and stroke.  On Thursday, October 2nd, 2008, the philanthropic efforts of Miami’s FUNKSHION Fashion Week will help bring awareness to cardiovascular disease by initiating Miami’s first ever Red Dress Fashion Show. This event will showcase red dresses on the runway created and donated specifically for this show by some of the world’s top fashion designers.</p>
<p>Cookie, a family lifestyle magazine published by Condé Nast Publications, is hosting its debut fashion show – the Cookie Catwalk. The exclusive children’s show of the week, Cookie’s energetic yet sophisticated presentation will bring the spirit of recess to the runway with the latest looks from Baby Pat/Pat Farm, Gymboree, Hawke &amp; Co., Hurley, Payless Shoe Source and Quinn/Maxi-Cost.</p>
<p>FUNKSHION: Fashion Week Miami Beach will also utilize other locations outside of the botanical gardens including The Setai Hotel and The Gansevoort Hotel.  Designers such Russell Simmons, Bejeweled By Susan Fixel, Kurru, Kurru, Fisico, MET Jeans and Hydrogen will have shows that take place at these hotels with amazing runways built directly over the pools. </p>
<p>FUNKSHION GOES GREEN!  In an effort to promote social and environmental responsibility, Funkshion has partnered with Clean Planet Funding and their “green” team to bring a truly sustainable experience to Fashion Week Miami Beach. Funkshion recognizes that buildings account for 65% of the total electricity consumption in the United States.  To really make an impact, we need to build and live sustainably!  Clean Planet Funding has brought Langan Engineering &amp; Environmental Services, Vanguard Energy Partners, Noveda Technologies, Wesketch Architecture Inc., and Steven Ribeiro (a LEED developer and builder of what will be the #1 certified green building in the world) together to showcase their team approach to green building.  Each company represents a valuable facet of the green building process, and they have come together for this event for three reasons: (1) to reduce the carbon footprint of this show with the ultimate goal of attaining carbon neutrality for future events; (2)  to educate Fashion Week Miami Beach and the world about the social, environmental, and economic benefits of building green; and (3) to explain why an integrated and collaborative approach to green building is necessary for a genuinely sustainable and financially sound green project.  We applaud this green team for their contributions and efforts!  The team will be available in the Clean Planet Lounge, and throughout the show, to discuss sustainability with you. </p>
<p>As with every season, Fashion Week Miami Beach supports new and emerging designers with our Emerging Designers Award.  David Sugarman, CEO of Miami based Management Company Sugartime Inc. will host the emerging designer’s event, and along with Fashion Group International, will award the winner with a cash prize and free representation for one year.  The panel of judges will be made up of media elite, trade industry VIP&#8217;s, designers, celebrities and members of Fashion Group International. Emerging designers will be able to compete for a cash prize by designing outfits using only organic materials. The winner will receive the cash prize and will be able to showcase its designs at Funkshion: Fashion Week Milan in Italy.                                                                                                       </p>
<p>“Miami really is the fashion capital.  They say that it is New York, but really, all of the energy is here and all of the new ideas are here” said Russell Simmons about Fashion Week Miami Beach.</p>
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<p> <br />
WED 10/1<br />
8pm Harpers Bazaar multiple designers show.</p>
<p>9pm Bejeweled Swimwear @ Setai Hotel Please note change</p>
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<p>THU 10/2<br />
6pm  Saya</p>
<p>7pm  Dragana Ognjenovic</p>
<p>8pm RED DRESS FOR AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION</p>
<p>9pm Kurru Kurru  @ Setai Hotel Please note location change</p>
<p>10pm Mat Jeans @ Gansevoort Hotel Please note location change</p>
<p> </p>
<p> </p>
<p>FRI 10/3<br />
6pm Body Talk Emerging Designers Competition judged by FGI</p>
<p>7pm Ever After</p>
<p>8pm Kira Plastenina</p>
<p>9pm Russell Simmons Argyle Culture @ Setai Hotel Please note location change</p>
<p> </p>
<p>SAT 10/4<br />
6pm Cookie Magazine (conde nast) kids show. Lines to include:  Baby Phat/Phat Farm, Gymboree, Hawke &amp; Co., Hurley, Payless ShoeSource and Quinny/Maxi-Cosi</p>
<p>7pm Keva</p>
<p>8pm Debut of Richie Rich’s CELEBUTANT line</p>
<p>9pm  Fisico by Christina Ferrari @ Setai Hotel Please note location change</p>
<p>10pm Fisico by Christina Ferrari AFTER PARTY @ Setai Hotel</p>
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		<title>Upcoming Cultural Arts Events in Miami Beach</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 19:42:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here&#8217;s a look at what&#8217;s coming up in Miami Beach&#8230; Two Lane Blacktop Thursday, August 21, 7:00 pm Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave. 305.535.1001    www.wolfsonian.org (1971, USA, Monte Hellman, 103 min, b&#38;w, DVD)-A time capsule of Route 66 during the pre-Interstate Highway era, this poetic and minimalistic cult classic has a reputation as one of the [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=nicepalms.com&amp;blog=4495152&amp;post=157&amp;subd=nicepalms&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here&#8217;s a look at what&#8217;s coming up in Miami Beach&#8230;</p>
<p>Two Lane Blacktop</p>
<p>Thursday, August 21, 7:00 pm</p>
<p>Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave.</p>
<p>305.535.1001    <a href="http://www.wolfsonian.org">www.wolfsonian.org</a></p>
<p>(1971, USA, Monte Hellman, 103 min, b&amp;w, DVD)-A time capsule of Route 66 during the pre-Interstate Highway era, this poetic and minimalistic cult classic has a reputation as one of the greatest American road movies of all time.<br />
 <span id="more-157"></span><br />
Felicia&#8217;s Journey</p>
<p>Thursday, August 21, 8:30 pm</p>
<p>Miami Beach Cinematheque, 512 Española Way</p>
<p>305.673.4567 <a href="http://www.mbcinema.com">www.mbcinema.com</a></p>
<p>In the brilliantly realized surreal thriller, adapted from William Trevor&#8217;s popular novel, Felicia (Elaine Cassidy), a pregnant Irish girl searching for her boyfriend in the English midlands, is befriended by Joseph Hilditch (Bob Hoskins), a catering manager who also happens to be a serial killer.<br />
 <br />
The Girl Can&#8217;t Help It</p>
<p>Friday, August 22, 8:00 pm</p>
<p>Colony Theatre, 1040 <a href="http://www.southbeach-usa.com/shopping/lincoln-road/lincoln-road-shopping.htm">Lincoln Road</a></p>
<p>305-375-1505</p>
<p>Jayne Mansfield and Little Richard Rock, Rock, Rock! New Print! Part of the REWIND/FAST FORWARD FILM &amp; VIDEO FESTIVAL 2008. $10.00<br />
 <br />
Chris and Don, a Love Story</p>
<p>August  22-23, 7:50 pm &amp; 9:30 pm</p>
<p>Miami Beach Cinematheque, 512 Española Way</p>
<p>305.673.4567</p>
<p>Chris and Don is the true-life story of the passionate three-decade relationship between British writer Christopher Isherwood (whose Berlin Stories was the basis for all incarnations of Cabaret) and American portrait painter Don Bachardy, thirty years his junior.<br />
 <br />
Video Art South Florida Redux</p>
<p>Saturday, August 23, 7:30 pm</p>
<p>Bass Museum of Art, 2121 Park Avenue</p>
<p>305-375-1505</p>
<p>Restoration Premiere. &#8220;Video Art South Florida &#8221; produced by Local videomaker Victor Velt in 1983, this survey of 10 independent video works by local artists has been digitally restored and transferred for a &#8220;repremiere&#8221; screening at the 2008 Rewind/Fast Forward Film and video festival.   Space limited; pre-registration required. $10.00. Includes Reception.<br />
 <br />
Painting with Conni LIVE!</p>
<p>Saturday, August 23, 4:00 pm &#8211; 6:00 pm</p>
<p>Miami Beach Public Library, 227 22nd Street <a href="http://www.southbeach-usa.com/business-directory.html">Miami Beach</a></p>
<p>305-375-1505</p>
<p>Conni Gordon paints by the Nielsen Numbers!</p>
<p>Space limited; pre-registration required. $10.00. Part of the REWIND/FAST FORWARD FILM &amp; VIDEO FESTIVAL 2008.<br />
 <br />
Gala Concert-Opera Highlights</p>
<p>Saturday, August 23, 8:00 pm</p>
<p>Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Road</p>
<p>305.674.1040 </p>
<p>The most beautiful Arias, Duets and ensembles from the Italian and French Operas including Donizetti,s Don Pasquale, Manon from Massenet, Mascagni,s Cavalleria and others.<br />
 <br />
Moving The Images: From Archive To Screen FREE</p>
<p>Saturday, August 23, 2:00 pm &#8211; 3:30 pm</p>
<p>Miami Beach Public Library, 227 22nd Street Miami Beach</p>
<p>305-375-1505<br />
 <br />
20th Century Works on Paper from the FUNDACIÓN MAPFRE Collection: Picasso, Tàpies, Miró and Others</p>
<p>August 23 &#8211; November 2</p>
<p>Bass Museum of Art, 2121 Park Avenue</p>
<p>305.673.7530 <a href="http://www.bassmuseum.org">www.bassmuseum.org</a></p>
<p>This exciting exhibition is comprised of approximately 80 works on paper by some of the 20th century&#8217;s most renowned. Rarely seen sketches and illustrations by artists such as Pablo Picasso, Joan Miró, Sonia Delaunay, Juan Gris, Picabia and Joaquín Torres-Garcia will be shown.<br />
 <br />
Major Dundee</p>
<p>Sunday, August 24, 7:00 pm</p>
<p>Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Road</p>
<p>305-375-1505</p>
<p>Restored Director&#8217;s Cut! New Print!Part of the REWIND/FAST FORWARD FILM &amp; VIDEO FESTIVAL 2008<br />
 <br />
Queen Kelly</p>
<p>Sunday, August 24, 8:00 pm</p>
<p>Miami Beach Cinematheque, 512 Española Way</p>
<p>305.673.4567</p>
<p>In 1928, after years of struggles within the studio system, master director Erich Von Stroheim found the opportunity to create his crowning achievement: a storybook romance of intoxicating beauty, counterbalanced with a frightfully grim tale of moral corruption.<br />
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Inherent Connection FREE</p>
<p>Ongoing through September 14</p>
<p>ArtCenter/South Florida, 924 Lincoln Road</p>
<p>305.674.8278  <a href="http://www.artcentersf.org">www.artcentersf.org</a></p>
<p>An exhibition with resident artists Elsa Carolina Munoz and Melissa Ruffino that highlights the importance of revival and abstract art. Whereas Munoz documents life through photography, Ruffino paints reflections of her dreams.  The juxtaposition of &#8220;the here and now&#8221; and an imagined reality create ambiguities in the pieces that are literally and conceptually familiar. <br />
 <br />
Etched In Stone: Sculptures by Rachel Abramowitz<br />
Continues through Sunday, September 14<br />
Jewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Avenue</p>
<p>305.672.5044</p>
<p>IN CELEBRATION OF ISRAEL&#8217;S 60TH BIRTHDAY: The inspiration for these works is derived from the deep well of Jewish tradition. This tradition is rooted in ancient and recent Jewish history.<br />
 <br />
A Portfolio by Abraham Rattner<br />
Continues through Sunday, September 14<br />
Jewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Avenue</p>
<p>305.672.5044</p>
<p>In celebration of Israel&#8217;s 60th birthday, 12 original signed lithographs based on text taken from the Old Testament of the Bible by American artist/ writer A. Rattner (1893-1978). <br />
 <br />
Third Annual Exhibit of National Arts Program FREE<br />
Ongoing through September 19, 8:30 am-5:30 pm<br />
Miami Beach City Hall, 1700 Convention Center Drive<br />
Over 100 works of art created by City of Miami Beach employees and their families are currently on display in the First Annual Exhibit of the National Arts Program in the City Hall Fourth Floor Gallery. The exhibit is free and open to the public from Monday through Friday. <br />
Splendor in the Bass: The Portraits</p>
<p>Continues through Sunday, October 19</p>
<p>Bass Museum of Art, 2121 Park Avenue</p>
<p>305.673.7530</p>
<p>$8 adults, $6 seniors and students with I.D.</p>
<p>This installation highlights aspects of the original John and Johanna Bass founding donation to the museum, and will feature traditional portraiture from the past five centuries to the present day. <br />
 <br />
Florida Jews in Sports</p>
<p>Continues though Sunday, November 23</p>
<p>Jewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Avenue</p>
<p>305-672-5044</p>
<p>This exhibit, portrayed on miniature playing fields, highlights the impact of more than 150 Floridian Jews in 24 sports for more than 100 years, including players, coaches, team owners and journalists.</p>
<p>Thoughts on Democracy</p>
<p>Continues though Sunday, December 7</p>
<p>Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave.</p>
<p>305.535.1001</p>
<p>Thoughts on Democracy is comprised of posters created by sixty leading contemporary artists and designers highlighting contemporary notions of democracy. The project will culminate with an event celebrating democracy during the prestigious 2008 Art Basel Miami Beach festival.<br />
 <br />
A Bittersweet Decade: The New Deal in America</p>
<p>Continues though January 19, 2009</p>
<p>Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave.</p>
<p>305.535.1001</p>
<p>Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the New Deal, A Bittersweet Decade considers the impact of Franklin D. Roosevelt&#8217;s New Deal programs on American culture. This exhibition explores how the government&#8217;s patronage of art, design, and architecture were integral parts of the larger project of the New Deal, which aimed to spur recovery from the Great Depression and change American society.<br />
 <br />
Art and Design in the Modern Age: Selections from the Wolfsonian Collection</p>
<p>Ongoing</p>
<p>Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave.</p>
<p>305.531.1001</p>
<p>The nearly 300 works on display, 1885 to 1945,  provide insight into the ways design has influenced and adapted to the modern world. The installation explores the many focal points of The Wolfsonian&#8217;s collection, including design-reform movements, architecture, urbanism, industrial design, transportation, world&#8217;s fairs, advertising, political propaganda, and labor iconography.<br />
 <br />
Artcenter/South Florida Artists-In-Residence   FREE</p>
<p>Ongoing</p>
<p>Artcenter/South Florida, 800, 810 and 924 Lincoln Road</p>
<p>305.674.2728</p>
<p>ArtCenter/South Florida (&#8220;ACSF&#8221;) announces the arrival of four new Artists-in-Residence and welcomes visitors to their working studios.<br />
 <br />
Espanola WayTours FREE</p>
<p>Ongoing</p>
<p>ClayHotel, 1438 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL33139</p>
<p>305.532.5322</p>
<p>Discover Espanola Way&#8217;s historic &#8220;SpanishVillage,&#8221; built in 1924 by Robert Taylor and featuring Mediterranean Revival Architecture. FREE 20-minute walking tours are available by appointment.<br />
 <br />
Treasures from the Bass Museum of Art</p>
<p>Ongoing</p>
<p>Bass Museum of Art, 2121 Park Avenue</p>
<p>305.673.7530</p>
<p>Monumental 16th and 19th-century tapestries are on permanent display, as well as a stunning altarpiece by Italian Renaissance masters Botticelli and Ghirlandaio.<br />
 <br />
Jazid</p>
<p>Nightly &#8212; Varying Times</p>
<p>1342 Washington Avenue</p>
<p>305.673.9372</p>
<p>Jazid is proud to be the longest-running nightclub on Miami Beach, this year celebrating 11 years of live music every night of the week. Jazid&#8217;s diverse music includes a multi-cultural mix of Latin and American jazz, funk, cumbia, reggae, rock, and more.<br />
 <br />
MOSAIC: Jewish Life in Florida</p>
<p>Ongoing<br />
Jewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Ave.</p>
<p>305.672.5044</p>
<p>More than 500 photos and artifacts that depict the Jewish experience in Florida since 1763. The exhibit includes three films and a timeline wall of Jewish history.<br />
 <br />
Guided, Private and Self-Guided Tours of the Art Deco Historic District</p>
<p>Ongoing</p>
<p>Art Deco Gift Shop, 12th Street just west of Ocean Drive</p>
<p>305.672.2014   </p>
<p>All tours take approximately 90 minutes. Prices vary.<br />
 <br />
Kevin and Caruso&#8217;s Magic and Comedy Show</p>
<p>Saturdays &#8212; 8:00 p.m.</p>
<p>DeauvilleBeach Resort, 6701 Collins Ave.</p>
<p>800.600.6244</p>
<p>A Las Vegas-style illusionist magic show with incredible special effects, sexy showgirls, amazing costumes, modern music, comedy and dance.<br />
 <br />
FREE Fridays at the Wolfsonian-FIU </p>
<p>Fridays, 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm<br />
Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave.</p>
<p>305.535.1001</p>
<p>FREE gallery admission with the support of The Miami Herald. Tours at 6:00 p.m.<br />
 <br />
Lanzallamas Monofonica  FREE</p>
<p>Thursdays, 10:00-11:00 pm</p>
<p>Tapas y Tintos, 448 Espanola Way</p>
<p>305.538.8272</p>
<p>A seven-piece ensemble charged with melodic fire and global rhythmic chemistry.<br />
 <br />
Spoken Word at the Bohemia Room</p>
<p>Wednesdays, 8:00 pm</p>
<p>Yuca Lounge, 501 Lincoln Road</p>
<p>$10</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[My apartment will be ready for some serious remodeling after I visit The Miami Home Design &#38; Remodeling Show on Sunday, August 31st at the Miami Beach Convention Center. HDRS is an international showcase of residential remodeling, decorating and home improvement products and services. The show will feature designer Angelo Surmelis who has been on HGTV [...]<img alt="" border="0" src="http://stats.wordpress.com/b.gif?host=nicepalms.com&amp;blog=4495152&amp;post=131&amp;subd=nicepalms&amp;ref=&amp;feed=1" width="1" height="1" />]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://nicepalms.files.wordpress.com/2008/08/homeshow.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-132" src="http://nicepalms.files.wordpress.com/2008/08/homeshow.jpg?w=118&#038;h=109" alt="" width="118" height="109" /></a>My apartment will be ready for some serious remodeling after I visit The Miami Home Design &amp; Remodeling Show on Sunday, August 31st at the Miami Beach Convention Center. HDRS is an international showcase of residential remodeling, decorating and home improvement products and services.<span id="more-131"></span></p>
<p>The show will feature designer Angelo Surmelis who has been on HGTV for four years. His show &#8220;Rate My Space with Angelo Surmelis&#8221; is the newest big budget makeover series on the network, inspired by their interactive  web site Rate My Space. Miami fans will be able to hear more about the new series and learn tips from one of tv’s top designers when he makes his first Miami appearance at the Miami Home Design &amp; Remodeling Show, 2:00 &amp; 4:00 pm on Sunday, August 31st and Monday (Labor Day) September 1st.</p>
<blockquote><p>Special Feature:<br />
Better Homes &amp; Gardens<br />
Consumers can learn tips on how to implement green habits into their daily lives. The Living Green national tour brings to life the “green topics” featured regularly in Better Homes &amp; Gardens Magazine.</p>
<p>Also Featuring:<br />
Celebrity Designer Showcase<br />
Elegant designer showrooms will be created for South Florida media personalities.<br />
Home Design From Around the World<br />
An international collection of home design, furniture and accessories from over 12 countries will be on display.</p></blockquote>
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