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Miami Beach 411 Events
May, 2005

May 1st & May 15th 2005
Lincoln Road Outdoor Antiques & Collectibles Market


Visit the outdoor antique market on Lincoln Road. Vendors will be selling many different types of antiques and collecibles including jewelry, china, vintage clothing, and furniture.

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May 6th 2005 (8pm)
Erasure


Erasure live at Mansion in South Beach. Buy advanced tickets here.

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May 6th 2005 (8:30pm)
Kenny Muhammad: The Human Orchestra


The Lincoln Theater hosts sound wizard, Kenny Muhammad. He uses his body to create an amazing array of sounds and musical beats. Tickets are $20. Call 305-576-4350 for tickets and information.

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May 7th 2005
Miami Beach Luau

Come to the luau at the 73rd street bandshell on Collins Avenue. Festivities will include a live Polynesian show; Hawaiian shows (drummers, fire eaters, Hawaiian hula dancers); Brazilian music; dance and capoeira performances; prizes and giveaways; ethnic food; and a recreational area for kids.

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May 7 - 8, 2005 (8pm)
New World Symphony: Season Finale


Alasdair Neale conducts John Adams' Short Ride in a Fast Machine and Harmonielehre, and Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, "Emperor" at the Lincoln Theater.

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May 8th 2005 (7:30pm)
Sarah McLachlan


Three time Grammy award winner, Sarah McLachlan, will perform live in concert at the Office Depot Center. Buy advanced tickets here.

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May 11 - 14, 2005
Aqua Girl

Aqua Girl is a women's event that features the hottest DJ's and national recording artists from around the world. The event will take place at various locations around South Beach. Call 305-572-1841 for more information.

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May 11 - 14, 2005
Miami Fashion Week of the Americas

The Roney Palace hosts one of the largest Latin American fashion events in the country. The event will showcase the work of renowned and new designers from Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. Highlights include fashion tents, designer shows, model castings and special events.

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May 13 - 22, 2005
Miami International Piano Festival of Discovery

This piano festival, held at the Lincoln Theater, presents emerging and established keyboard artists in a non-competitive environment. The event will include lectures and panel discussions, and master classes for future keyboard artists. Call 305-935-5115 for more information.

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May 13th - July 10th
The Haitian Spirit

The Bass Museum exhibits three simultaneous displays from filmmaker Jonathan Demme’s renowned Haitian art collection, photographer Bruce Weber’s recent and powerful series documenting Haitian life in Miami, and a choice group of works from the Bass Museum’s own Haitian collection.

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May 15 - 16, 2005
CityStyle

This fashion show, held on the beach, will feature daily fashion events, international hip-hop designers, celebrity DJs and nightly parties with live entertainment. Call 954-476-5761for more information.

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May 20th 2005 (7pm - 10pm)
Orientalia 2005

Middle Eastern Dance Festival with international guest performers on Lincoln Road and Euclid Avenue in South Beach. The event is free.

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May 25th 2005 (8pm)
Velvet Revolver

Grammy award-winning hard rock band, Velvet Revolver, will perform live at the Sound Advice Ampitheatre. Buy advanced tickets here.

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May 25th 2005 (7pm - 10pm)
Lincoln Road Arts Walk

Britto Central and ArtCenter/South Florida present a monthly showcase for South Florida’s arts community held on the last Wednesday of every month. Enjoy art, jazz, wine and food in locations throughout Lincoln Road. The event is free to the public.

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May 27 - 29, 2005
Umoja Festival

Produced by Luther Campbell, this annual African-American Memorial weekend festival includes fashion shows and music on South Beach; block parties; arts and crafts fair; hip-hop, R&B and reggae concerts. Call 305-557-6212 for more information.