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updated
8.5.03
August 5 - August 11
Just because school's out doesn't mean grownups don't get to have fun too. This week we bring you a list of PG and R rated events to engage you. Find your balance with Zen meditations, New Wave Cinema, a community bike ride, a mind-blowing art exhibit and the Porn Star Ball. Don't forget your I.D. and spread the 411.

   
Events:
  Miami Spice - Espanola Way Tour - Espanola Weekend Frestival - Farmers Market - Miami Architecture
   
Arts:
MANIA
   
Mind & Body:
South Beach Zen - Tai Chi on Miami Beach - Community Bike Ride
   
Cinema:
Breathless - Views From The Underground
   
Music:
Unsigned Hype Night - Live Music at Senor Frog's
   
Nightlife:
Martini Tuesdays - South Beach Coyotes - George Acosta - Porn Star Ball - Chocolate Sundays
 
Nightlife:
Martini Tuesdays
When: 8/5/03 (9pm)
Where: Sagamore Hotel
1671 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.535.8088
Cost: Free
Links: www.sobesocialclub.com
 
Description:
A weekly roving cocktail party for the movers and shakers in the gay and lesbian community, but if you happen to be straight, you're welcome too.

 
Nightlife:
Coyote Tuesdays
When: 08/5/03 (10pm - 5am)
Where: Nerve
247 23rd St.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.695.8697
Cost: Free
Links: http://www.nervemiami.com
 
Description:
Put on your cowboy boots and party with the South Beach Coyotes every Tuesday night at Nerve. No cover charge. Open bar from 10 - 11pm.
 
Events:
Española Way Architectural Tour
When: 08/6/03 (5:30pm)
Where: Clay Hotel
1438 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.531.0038
Cost: Free (reservations necessary)
Links: http://www.clayhotel.com
 
Description:
Explore the history and architecture of the Espanola Way Spanish Village during this 30-minute walking tour.
Mind & Body:
South Beach Zen Group
When: 08/6/03 (6:45pm)
Where: 945 Pennsylvania Ave. (1st Floor)
Miami Beach, FL 33139
786.210.5164
Cost: $3 donation
Links: http://www.sobezen.org
 
Description:
Join the South Beach Zen Group every Wednesday evening for sitting and walking meditations.
Mind & Body:
T'ai Chi on Miami Beach
When: 08/6/03 (8:30pm)
Where: Ironworks Gym
1676 Alton Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
786.210.5164
Cost: $10
Links: http://www.sobetaichi.com
 
Description:
Develope balance, strength, coordination and energy at this weekly calls.



 
Cinema:
New Wave Cinema: Breathless
When: 8/7/03 (8pm)
Where: Wolfsonian Museum
1001 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.535.3632
Cost: Call or click
Links: http://www.wolfsonian.org
 
Description:
Director Jean-Luc Godard's 1959 film "Breathless" was considered a major turning point in cinematic history. The film is a Jazz-like improvisation on crime thrillers.
Cnema:
Views From The Underground
When: 8/7/03 (9pm)
Where: Miami Beach Cinematheque
512 Espanola Way
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.673.4567
Cost: $10
Links: http://www.mbcinema.com
 
Description:
Cutting edge films from the microcinema movement

Music:
Unsigned Hype Night
When: 08/7/03 (8pm)
Where: Club Z
1437 Washington Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Cost: Free
Links: http://www.slipnsliderecords.net
 
Description:
Do you have the skills to be the next superstar? Enter the “Unsigned Hype Night” and show 'em what you got. The winner will receive $1000 and a recording contract with Slip-N-Slide Records.
 
Events:
Espanola Way Weekend Festival
When: 08/8/03 - 8/10/03
Where: Espanola Way
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.531.0038
Cost: Free
Links: http://www.themarketcompany.org
 
Description:

This open air market features arts, crafts, entertainment and an organic farmers market.

Hours:
Fridays: 7pm - 12am
Saturdays: 9am - 12am
Sundays: 11am - 9pm

 
Mind & Body:
Community Bike Ride
When: 08/9/03 (9am - 10am)
Where: Miami Beach Bicycle Center
601 5th St.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.674.0150
Cost: Free
Links: http://www.miamibeachfl.gov
 
Description:

Cruise with the Miami Beach Police Department on an escorted bicycle ride throughout the Beach. Bring a bike and helmet.

Arts:
MANIA
When: 08/9/03 (7pm)
Where: Lincoln Road Gallery
800 Lincoln Road
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.674.8278
Cost: Free
Links: http://www.artcentersf.org
 
Description:

Don't miss the opening night reception for, MANIA, the third annual New World School of the Arts exhibition in collaboration with ArtCenter /South Florida

Note: the exhibition runs through September 7th.


Nightlife:
George Acosta at Maze
When: 08/9/03 (10pm)
Where: Maze
1290 18th St. (West Ave.)
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.534.9975
Cost: Call or click
Links: http://www.clubmaze.com
 
Description:

Experience the music of legendary DJ, George Acosta.. Open bar from 10 - 12. Free admission for maze members all night.

 

Nightlife:
Porn Star Ball
When: 8/9/03 (11pm - 5am)
Where: Opium Garden
136 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.531.5535
Cost: Call or click
Links: http://www.pornstarball.com
http://www.nikitaevents.com
 
Description:
Come meet the Vivid Girls: Tawny, Kira, Sunrise, Savanna, Mercedez and Chole with performances by the Nikita Dancers and Vivid Visuals.

 
Events:
Lincoln Road Farmers Market
When: Sunday, 7/6 (9am - 7pm)
Where: Lincoln Road Farmers Market
Washington Ave. & Alton Rd.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.531.0038
Cost: Free
Links: http://www.themarketcompany.org
  Description:
The farmers market takes place every Sunday on Lincoln Road. The market features fruits, vegetables, fresh flowers, plants and related items.
Nightlife:
Chocolate Sundays
When: Sunday, 08/3
Where: Purdy Lounge
1811 Purdy
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.531.4622
Cost: Free
Links:  
 
Description:
Come to Chocolate Sundays at Purdy Lounge for free pool, movies and drink specials. Sounds by Induce, Plot and Tosh.
 
 
Music:
Live Music at Senor Frog's
When: Monday, 08/4 (10pm - 2am)
Where: Senor Frog's
616 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.673.5262
Cost: $5
Links: http://www.senorfrogsfla.com
 
Description:
Come to Senor Frog's every Monday night to hear the hottest bands in South Florida.





 
 
Lecture:
Miami Architecture
When: Wednesday, 7/30 (7pm)
Where: The Seymour
945 Pennsylvania Ave.
Miami Beach, FL 33139
305.538.0900 ext.14
Cost: $15
Links:  
 
Description:
The third of six weekly lectures discussing the history of architecture in Miami.
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