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Downtown Miami November 2011 Events

Welcome to our monthly event calendar!  Check out all of the events taking place in downtown Miami this November.  Events are separated by category:

  • Children’s Events
  • Classes
  • Community Events
  • Exhibits
  • Music
  • Nightlife
  • Theater and Film
  • Tours

Children’s Events

Fabulous First Friday

Friday, November 4

7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Miami Science Museum

Join us for an evening of laser lights, star, and more. Free Planetarium Star Show at 7:30 p.m. and rooftop observatory viewing 8:30 – 10 p.m., weather permitting.

More info: http://www.miamisci.org/www/events.php

Second Saturdays are Free for Families

Saturday, November 12
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Miami Art Museum

This monthly program for drop-in visitors features hands-on activities for children and adults. Second Saturdays also include guided tours and occasional guest artists. This is a fun-filled afternoon for families to explore the museum, learn something new, create art and enjoy time together.

More info: http://miamiartmuseum.org/family.asp

Family Fest

Saturday, November 12

11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Adrienne Arsht Center, Thompson Center for the Arts and the Knight Concert Hall

In their new show, Gravity Attacks! Jon Wee and Owen Morse invite the audience to join them in their fight against the world’s most destructive evil force—gravity.

More info: http://www.arshtcenter.org/perform/

Pirate Island

Throughout November

10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Miami Children’s Museum

Pirate Island, developed by Miami Children’s Museum creates a world of imagination for children and their families. Start with the PIRATE ACADEMY to learn how to walk, talk, and dress like a pirate. Then explore a ship, crawl up a rope ladder and learn about pirate life through hands-on activities.

More info: http://www.miamichildrensmuseum.org/

 

 

Classes

Yoga in the Park

Every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday

Tina Hills Pavilion at Bayfront Park

More info: http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/pages/yoga.html

Self-Defense Class for Women

Every Monday and Wednesday

7:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Tina Hills Pavilion at Bayfront Park

More info: http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/pages/events.html

Miami River Walk and Digital Photo Class

Saturday, November 12

11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

HistoryMiami, 101 West Flagler Street

Start with a digital photo class taught by photographer Karl Koslowski. Then after lunch, put your newfound camera skills into action while strolling along the spectacular confluence of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay with eco-historian Frank Schena. The tour ends at the Miami Circle® archaeological site. Advance reservations and payment required. $25 for HistoryMiami Members; $35 for Non-Members.

To book a City Tour, please call 305-375-1621 or email: citytours@historymiami.org

More info: www.historymiami.org/happenings

Community Events

Artists’ Square

Saturdays and Sundays

11:00 a.m. to dusk

Bayside Market Place

See local artists at work creating paintings, sculptures, art jewelry and more! More info: http://m.baysidemarketplace.com/events/baysides-artists-square

The Sunday Market at Mary Brickell Village

Every Sunday

10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Mary Brickell Village

Enjoy this open-air market featuring olive oil, pastas, baked goods, plants, arts and crafts, jewelry and more.

The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Light the Night Walk

Thursday, November 3

6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Bayfront Park

For registration and more info: http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/pages/events.html

Wrestlemania XXVIII On Sale Celebration

Friday, November 4

7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Bayfront Park

Exclusive chance to purchase tickets to Wrestlemania 28; Family Fan Zone; Autograph signings by superstars, divas, and legends; Prizes and giveaways: Performance by All Star Band.  Free admission.

More info: http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/pages/events.html

Exhibits

Focus Gallery: Joel Meyerowitz

Through Saturday, November 5

10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Miami Art Museum

Miami Art Museum presents a recent acquisition of 24 photographs by the only photographer granted right of entry into Ground Zero after the September 11, 2001 attack on the World Trade Center in New York City. After 9/11, the Ground Zero site in New York City was classified as a crime scene and only those directly involved in the recovery efforts were allowed inside. With the help of sympathetic officials, he managed to become the only photographer granted right of entry into Ground Zero.

More info: http://www.miamiartmuseum.org/upcoming.asp

Anchor Gallery: Enrique Martinez Celaya

Throughout November
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Miami Art Museum

Miami Art Museum will present Schneebett, a two-room installation inspired by Beethoven’s convalescence and death in Vienna, Austria, in 1827, in the Anchor Gallery section of its Permanent Collection installation.

More info: http://miamiartmuseum.org/upcoming.asp

Cintas Fellows Finalists Exhibition

Throughout November

Tuesdays – Fridays, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, by appointment

Freedom Tower, 600 Biscayne Blvd.

As the sole custodian of the prestigious Cintas Fellows Collection and host of the annual Cintas Fellowship Program, Miami Dade College will present an exhibition featuring the work of five finalists in the visual arts category. Free and open to the public during gallery hours.

More info: http://www.cintasfoundation.org/

Fashion from the Inside Out: Isabel and Ruben Toledo

Throughout November

Tuesdays – Fridays, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, by appointment

Freedom Tower, 600 Biscayne Blvd.

Isabel and Ruben Toledo have built a two-decade creative collaboration that spans fashion, design, painting, illustration, and mannequin making. Their exhibition is a celebration of fashion and design that includes a fashion show during Fashion Week and Isabel’s designs and Ruben’s two dimensional works on display at the Freedom Tower gallery on the second floor. Free and open to the public during gallery hours. More info: (305) 237-7700

From Ephemeral to Enduring

Beginning Friday, November 4

Library hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Miami Dade Public Library, 101 West Flagler Street

This exhibition is the last of an exhibition series celebrating the Miami-Dade Public Library’s 40th Anniversary. From Ephemeral to Enduring will explore the ways in which people have collected, documented, and preserved experiences, memories, and events. Sponsored by the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Miami. More info: (305) 375-2665

Retracing Our Steps

Beginning Friday, November 4

Library hours: Monday to Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Miami Dade Public Library, 101 West Flagler Street

A series of historical photographs explore the Republic of China’s development over the past century, encouraging visitors to remember the past, cherish the present and look forward to the future.

More info: (305) 375-2665

We Are The Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball

Beginning Friday, November 4

Tuesdays – Fridays, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday, by appointment

Freedom Tower, 600 Biscayne Blvd.

Paintings, sketches, and educational materials from the book “We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball,” by award-winning artist and illustrator Kadir Nelson. Nelson will present his book in conjunction with the Miami International Book Fair on November 15 at 6:30 p.m.

More info: (305) 237-7700

More info on the book presentation: www.miamibookfair.com or call (305) 237-3528

American People, Black Light

Beginning Sunday, November 6

10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Miami Art Museum

The once influential paintings Faith Ringgold created, with only a few notable exceptions, disappeared from view, omitted from critical, art historical discourse for more than forty years. This is the first comprehensive survey of these painting, organized on the occasion of Ringgold’s 80th birthday.

More info: http://miamiartmuseum.org/upcoming.asp

Memento Mori

Beginning Wednesday, November 16

12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus

Joining of art and poetry, this exhibition includes 40 watercolors and 31 oil paintings by artist Arturo Rodriguez and 26 poems by Alejandro Anreus. The theme was inspired by memento mori, a Latin phrase/idea that warns humans to remember that even in the midst of life there is death. The culmination of their work is a book entitled Memento Mori, guided by the spirit of Francisco de Quevedo, a poet, satirist and writing of Spain’s 17th Century Golden Age.

More info: (305) 237-7700

Contemporary Asian Art Exhibition

Beginning Wednesday, November 30

Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 500 Brickell Key Drive

Mandarin Oriental, Miami is proud to present a specially curated art exhibition of contemporary Asian art from 30 November through 4 December 2011 in conjunction with Art Miami, the city’s premier anchor art fair held during Art Week.  The hotel exhibition will feature work from some of China’s most exciting contemporary artists. Brian A. Dursam, esteemed curator and director of The Lowe Museum, will curate the show. More info:http://www.mandarinoriental.com/miami/

Music

Grand Central + Nightdrive present AUSTRA + GRIMES performing LIVE

Wednesday, November 2

9:00 p.m.

Grand Central

Named for the Latvian goddess of light, Toronto’s Austra feature singer/keyboardist Katie Stelmanis, drummer Maya Postepski, and bassist Damian Wolf. Stelmanis is a classically trained vocalist and pianist who joined the Canadian Children’s Opera at age ten intending on pursuing a career in classical music before falling in love with punk, industrial, and electronic music. Their debut single, The Beat and the Pulse, was released in early 2011, and their full-length, Feel It Break, arrived in May on Domino Records. $10 advance tickets available, $15 at the door.

More info: http://grandcentralmiami.com/

Jazz Meets Gershwin

Friday, November 4

8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Adrienne Arsht Center, Knight Concert Hall

Join a who’s who line-up of award-winning stars in this jazzy tribute to the genius of George Gershwin.

More info: http://www.arshtcenter.org/perform/

The Best of the 90z

Saturday, November 5

8:00 p.m.

James L. Knight Center

Presenting Boyz II Men, Keith Sweat, and Faith Evans. Tickets and more info: http://jlkc.com/

Grand Central presents the first ever Check Yo Ponytail Tour: SPANK ROCK + BIG FREEDIA + PICTUREPLANE + FRANKI CHAN

Saturday, November 5

10:00 p.m.

Grand Central

Also featuring music in the garden by BENTON with $4 frozen margaritas and free pool. $15 advance tickets, $20 at the door. 18+. More info: http://grandcentralmiami.com/

Miami Music Project Honors Orchestra

Sunday, November 6

2:00 p.m.

Adrienne Arsht Center, Knight Concert Hall

Join Maestro James Judd as he opens the Season of Excellence of the Miami Music Project Honors Orchestra. This dynamic ensemble, comprised of South Florida’s most talented young musicians, will delight you and your entire family with a thrilling, Sunday afternoon performance of Tchaikovsky’s 5th Symphony. More info: http://www.arshtcenter.org/perform/

Wolfson’s Jazz Ensembles

Tuesday, November 8

5:40 p.m.

Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus

Free and open to the public.

More info: http://www.mdc.edu/main/news/events.asp

IMMORTAL TECHNIQUE + KILLER MIKE + DIABOLIC AKIR – THE MARTYR TOUR

Tuesday, November 8

8:00 p.m.

Grand Central

Immortal Technique is an American rapper of Afro-Peruvian descent as well as an urban activist. Born in Lima and raised in Harlem, Tech focuses on controversial issues in global politics. His lyrics deal with class struggle, poverty, religion, government and institutional racism. $15 advance tickets, $20 at the door.

More info: http://grandcentralmiami.com/

Jazz at the Wolfson Presents: Brian Lynch, Trumpet

Wednesday, November 9

12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus

A highly esteemed, influential and versatile musician, Lynch is as comfortable negotiating the complexities of clave with Afro-Caribbean pioneer Eddie Palmieri as he is swinging through advanced harmony with bebop maestro Phil Woods. Free and open to the public.

More info: http://www.mdc.edu/main/news/events.asp

The Rhythm Foundation presents: TINARIWEN With special guest Sophie Hunger

Thursday, November 10

8:00 p.m.

Grand Central

A veritable blood diamond in the rough of world music, Tinariwen is a music collective of Tuareg people that blends native protest music, West African guitar, Middle Eastern pop, traditional Mali music, and traditional American rock and roll. Tinariwen are poet-guitarists and soul rebels from the Southern Sahara desert. Their music expresses the aspirations of their people, the Kel Tamashek or ‘Touareg’ of the southern Sahara desert. The guitar is their weapon. Simplicity is Freedom. $25 advance tickets onsale. More info: http://grandcentralmiami.com/

DWNTWN Miami Concert Series

Friday, November 11

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Tina Hills Pavilion at Bayfront Park

Artists to be announced.  Free concert.

More info: http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/pages/events.html

Grand Central presents ARCHITECTURE IN HELSINKI performing LIVE

Friday, November 11

8:00 p.m.

Grand Central

The Australian indie pop ensemble Architecture in Helsinki have counted multi-instrumentalists with instruments as diverse as analog synths/samplers, glockenspiel, tuba, clarinet and recorder along with the more predictable drums, bass, and guitar. They craft a mix of indie, electronic and pop fixing AIH as one of that year’s most promising and idiosyncratic indie acts. Their fourth album, Moment Bends, was released in early 2011. $10 advance tickets on sale. More info: http://grandcentralmiami.com/

Rola Music Festival

Friday, November 11 – Sunday, November 13

Times vary

Klipsch Ampitheater at Bayfront Park

Various artists.

For tickets and more info: http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/pages/events.html

Joaquin Cortes

Saturday, November 12

8:00 p.m.

James L. Knight Center

Tickets and more info: http://jlkc.com/

Taylor Swift Speak Now World Tour 2011

Sunday, November 13

7:00 p.m.

American Airlines Arena

During the show, Taylor performs on two different stages — playing several different acoustic and electric guitars and also the piano and the ukulele, and has earned rave reviews from critics at every SPEAK NOW tour stop.  More info: http://www.aaarena.com/

Watch the Throne: Jay-Z and Kanye West

Tuesday, November 15

7:30 p.m.

American Airlines Arena

JAY-Z and Kanye West come together for their 2011 North American tour and take the AmericanAirlines Arena stage for never-before-seen performances not only from their collaboration, WATCH THE THRONE but also songs from their classic catalogue. More info: http://www.aaarena.com/

Perlman and Protégés

Thursday, November 17

8:00 p.m.

Adrienne Arsht Center, Knight Concert Hall

A brilliant showcase of young, virtuosic talent, Perlman and Protégés will be a thrilling chamber music program performed by the next generation of classical music superstars, all graduates of the Perlman Music Project. More info: http://www.arshtcenter.org/perform/

Bayside Rocks Music & Arts Festival

Saturday, November 19

2:00 p.m. to midnight

Bayfront Park

Bunny Wailer, Luciano, Tabou Combo, Cultura Profetica, and more.

For tickets and more info: http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/pages/events.html

Federico Brtio Trio Live at InterContinental Miamio

Friday, November 25

5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Enjoy the sounds of our locally renowned jazz musicians performing Live at the Indigo Bar every last Friday of the month.

More info: www.miamijazzsociety.com

Nightlife

Karaoke Night at Finnegan’s on the River

Tuesday, November 1

8:00 p.m.

Finnegan’s on the River

ShamRockin Karaoke Tuesday! Featuring an awesome raw bar, fresh sushi & a great view. Located right on the river in downtown Miami.

Wine Down Wednesday

Wednesday, November 2

5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

HistoryMiami, 101 West Flagler Street

Join us at downtown Miami’s cultural hotspot!  Don’t sit in rush hour traffic when you can be mingling with other professionals and enjoying a glass of wine!  Enjoy free access to our exhibition galleries, relax with live local music, and experience cultural performances and monthly lectures! To RSVP call 305-375-1614 or email: RSVP@historymiami.org.

More info: http://www.historymiami.org/get-involved/wine-down-wednesdays/

Wine & Jazz Café

Wednesday, November 16

7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Alliance Francaise de Miami

Come to join us for a little fête de la musique on the Alliance française’s terrass as every 3rd Wednesday of each month to listen Nestor Zurita with a new special guest for a great moment of Jazz music drinking red or white French wine. Come and enjoy intricate and complex music improvisations in a unique cultural setting open to everyone. Admission: for $5 The Alliance Française propose you a package including the entrance and a glass of wine.

More info: http://www.afmiami.org/Eventupcoming.htm

Theater and Film

Cape Fear/Thunder Road

Tuesday, November 1

6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Miami Tower, 100 SE 2nd Street

As part of the 2011 Downtown Film Series Part II the films “Cape Fear” (6pm) and “Thunder Road” (8:15pm) will be shown on November 1st at the Miami Tower 19th Floor Auditorium. From 5:00-6:00 PM there will be a reception, free food platter, cash bar, and snacks to enjoy before the movie. More info: www.miamijazzsociety.com

Flying Down to Rio

Wednesday, November 2

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

HistoryMiami, 101 West Flagler Street

Flying Down to Rio is a musical romantic comedy from 1933. Aviator and bandleader Roger Bond pursues Brazilian beauty Belinha de Rezende all the way from Miami to Rio de Janeiro. Starring Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers and Dolores del Rio. More info: www.historymiami.org/happenings

Captiva

Thursday, November 3 – Sunday, November 20

Times vary

Adrienne Arsht Center, Ziff Ballet Opera House

Exploring family, fear and the future, Captiva is the brilliant new comedy from 2011 Carbonell Award recipient for Best New Work, Christopher Demos-Brown.

More info: http://www.arshtcenter.org/perform/

Aviation Pioneers in Miami: Glenn Curtis

Saturday, November 5

2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

HistoryMiami, 101 West Flagler Street

Aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss established several flying schools in Miami and later developed Hialeah, Miami Springs and Opa-locka. Come learn about the life and triumphs of this historical figure. Free to HistoryMiami Members; Free for Non-Members with General Admission ($8) to the Museum.

More info: www.historymiami.org/happenings

Sparkle/Dream Girls

Tuesday, November 8

6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Miami Tower, 100 SE 2nd Street

As part of the 2011 Downtown Film Series Part II the films “Sparkle” (6pm) and “Dream Girls” (8:15pm) will be shown on November 8th at the Miami Tower 19th Floor Auditorium. From 5:00-6:00 PM there will be a reception, free food platter, cash bar, and snacks to enjoy before the movie.

More info: www.miamijazzsociety.com

C.S. Lewis The Screwtape Letters

Saturday, November 12

Times vary

Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center for the Performing Arts

C.S. Lewis’ brilliant novel, The Screwtape Letters reveals spiritual warfare from a demon’s point of view. This funny, provocative and wickedly-witty theatrical adaptation will change the way you think about how demons influence your everyday life. A special, post-show discussion about the play with action Max McLean will follow each performance. The performance is appropriate for ages 13 and up; children under 4 will not be admitted into the theater. Tickets and more info: http://www.gusmancenter.org/events/

Luisa Fernanda

Saturday, November 12 – Saturday, November 26

Times vary

Adrienne Arsht Center, Ziff Ballet Opera House

The season opens on November 12, 2011, with Federico Moreno Torroba’s zarzuela Luisa Fernanda. Zarzuela, a popular Spanish form of musical theater, incorporates both spoken dialogue and singing. More info: http://www.arshtcenter.org/perform/

Babette’s Feast/The Visitor

Tuesday, November 15

6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Miami Tower, 100 SE 2nd Street

As part of the 2011 Downtown Film Series Part II the films “Babette’s Feast” (6pm) and “The Visitor” (8:15pm) will be shown on November 15th at the Miami Tower 19th Floor Auditorium. From 5:00-6:00 PM there will be a reception, free food platter, cash bar, and snacks to enjoy before the movie. More info: www.miamijazzsociety.com

Seraphic Fire

Wednesday, November 16

7:30 p.m.

St. Jude Melkite Catholic Church

When describing his now-famous Serenade for Strings, Tchaikovsky wrote to one of his good friends, “This piece is from the heart.” An homage to his musical hero, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Tchaikovsky’s Serenade features the full weight of his exquisite Romantic styling. The composer’s masterpiece inspired George Balanchine’s first ballet in the United States. Joining Tchaikovsky on this program by the Firebird Chamber Orchestra will be his idol Mozart, as well as another Mozartean heir – Felix Mendelssohn with his thrilling String Symphony No. 8. Tickets and more info: http://www.seraphicfire.org/

Hail! Hail! Hail! Rock ‘N’ Roll/The Mighty Winds

Tuesday, November 22

6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Miami Tower, 100 SE 2nd Street

As part of the 2011 Downtown Film Series Part II the films “Hail! Hail! Rock “N” Roll” (6pm) and “The Mighty Winds” (8:15pm) will be shown on November 22nd at the Miami Tower 19th Floor Auditorium. From 5:00-6:00 PM there will be a reception, free food platter, cash bar, and snacks to enjoy before the movie.

More info: www.miamijazzsociety.com

Tours

Guided Tours

Every Sunday

2:00 p.m.

Miami Art Museum

Miami Art Museum offers free, guided tours by museum docents and trained guides every Sunday at 2 p.m. Drop-in visitors meet in the museum lobby. Tours are free with museum admission. More info: http://miamiartmuseum.org/tours.asp

Hungry for History: Dr. Jackson and The Alamo

Monday, November 7

11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

HistoryMiami, 101 West Flagler Street

Tour the historic 1918 Alamo museum with guide Sylvia Gurinsky. Housed in a Mediterranean Revival building designed by August Geiger, the Alamo was Miami’s first hospital. Hear the story of Dr. James Jackson, the pioneer doctor who moved to Miami in 1896 and played a leading role at this facility. Advance reservations and payment required. $10 for HistoryMiami Members; $15 for Non-Members.

To book a City Tour, please call 305-375-1621 or email: citytours@historymiami.org

More info: www.historymiami.org/happenings

Hungry for History: Dorsey House

Wednesday, November 16

11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

HistoryMiami, 101 West Flagler Street

Enjoy a leisurely walk with guide Sylvia Gurinsky and stop to visit Overtown’s Dorsey House and the Roots in the City Community Garden and Farmer’s Market. Hear the story of D.A. Dorsey, Miami’s first African American millionaire as you view his restored home. Advance reservations and payment required. $10 for HistoryMiami Members; $15 for Non-Members.

To book a City Tour, please call 305-375-1621 or email: citytours@historymiami.org

More info: www.historymiami.org/happenings

Miami River to Miami Circle From Bayfront Fountain

Friday, November 18

10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd

Enjoy a beautiful walk with guide Sylvia Gurinsky along the confluence of the Miami River and Biscayne Bay. Along the way, learn about the history of Miami — from the Tequesta people to the pioneers and modern times. View art along the walkway. The tour ends at the Miami Circle® Park. Advance reservations and payment required. HistoryMiami members: $20; Non-members: $30

To book your City Tour, please call 305-375-1621 or email citytours@historymiami.org

More info: http://www.historymiami.org/happenings

Downtown Churches Walk

Sunday, November 27

3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, 464 NE 16 Street

Tour three beautiful historic downtown churches with Dr. Paul George, including Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Gesu Catholic Church, and Central Baptist with its golden dome. Hear the fascinating history of downtown’s first churches. Advanced reservations and payment required. HistoryMiami members: $20; Non-members: $30

To book your City Tour, please
call 305-375-1621 or email citytours@historymiami.org More info: http://www.historymiami.org/happenings