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Miami Book Fair International
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The Miami Book Fair International promises
throngs of authors, book lovers and lecturers. Photos
courtesy Miami Book Fair International
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Granted, there’d be no Miami Book Fair International without the
great folks at
Miami Dade College,
just as there’d be no great books without the great writers who
write them, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t credit the great
work of Mitchell Kaplan, who got it all started back when it was
Books by the Bay. Of course, books are not only Kaplan’s game,
they’re his life, and the recently celebrated 25th anniversary
of his Books & Books is testament to that rad fact. So when you
catch the cat at the fair this year — and you will; he’s
everywhere! —
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Why Kerouac Matters
author John Leland meets Joyce Armstrong — who mattered
to Kerouac. Weird… |
give him your
gratitude. With the onslaught that he and his have scheduled for
this year, rest assured there’s much, much, much to be thankful
for. Here are some book fair highlights. For details, visit
www.miamibookfair.com.
John Leland and Joyce Armstrong
Hard to say who
got closer to Jack Kerouac: New York Times scribe John
Leland, who spent considerable effort explaining Why Kerouac
Matters, or Joyce Armstrong, who back in the ’50s was Jack’s
gal. Either way, both are intimate with the subject, and for the
50th anniversary of On the Road, you’ll undoubtedly wanna
be this close.
Jed
Perl, Alex Ross and Philip Lopate
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The Rest Is Noise
author Alex Ross and friends are gonna serve up some know. |
With The New
Republic’s Jed Perl on art and The New Yorker’s Alex
Ross on music, you’re gonna get the know; with all-around
smart guy Philip Lopate in the middle, you’re gonna get
know-how, too. That Perl’s most recently rankled none other than
Gerhard Richter and that Ross’ The Rest Is Noise has just
left green all those studious sorts who thought they knew what
the 20th century sounded like, means the know’s gonna come from
some very acute angles. Good thing Lopate will know how to
handle it.
Lu Vickers and Betsy Carter
The first known
mermaid story may date back to the Assyrians of 1000 B.C., but
the first known mermaid in
Florida only goes back to 1947, when Walton Hal Smith and Newt
Perry opened the fabled theme park known as Weeki
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Literary siren Lu Vickers |
Wachee. Those fetching creatures have been part of
Sunshine State
lore ever since. Vickers, a mid-state scribbler with a yen for
water, hit the park’s archives and interviewed scores of
finned-fatales for her breath-holding chronicle; Carter, who
bylines in the Big Bad Apple, chose the maidens and the place to
story Swim to Me, and both get deep into a very sexy life
aquatic.
Susie Horgan, David N. Meyer and Crystal Zevon
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David
Meyer, honorary Punk Rock Girl |
Miami’s-own
keen-eyed lensgirl Susie Horgan came up in D.C. alongside Henry
Rollins and Ian Mackaye when Black Flag and Minor Threat were
mere hardcore youth, and her Punk Love does much to
define their legend; culture scribbler David Meyer, who counts
the noir-soaked guide A Girl and a Gun among his
exploits, sought the soul of balladeer Gram Parson’s Twenty
Thousand Roads; and Crystal Zevon’s memoir-tinged oral
history I’ll Sleep When I’m Dead not only gets to the
dirty life and times of ex-husband Warren, it gets Carl Hiassen
to set it into play. All three know well why we listen.
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Lynne Barrett: Shady lady |
Lynne Barrett, John Bond, John Dufresne and Vicki Hendricks
Maybe it’s the
undone of the sun, or maybe it’s just our nature, but never is
noir as dark or as shady as it is in
South Florida. Just check the Les Standiford-edited Miami Noir for
evidence. Florida Book Review editor/founder Lynne Barrett (James
M. Cain Cookbook), Dania Beach’s John Bond (a sorta
poker-playing Travis McGee), FIU creative writing cat John
Dufresne (Johnny Too Bad) and adventuress Vicki Hendricks
(Cruel Poetry) all had cuts in that Akashic collection,
and each always verses well how we bleed. With Queenpin
Megan Abbott on hand to moderate, the spill’s gonna be
considerable.
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Before he exits, Michael Largo makes an
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Michael Largo
Death becomes us,
whether we dig it or not. And for some odd reason, death becomes
the rich and famous in ever more cruel and unusual form. Largo,
who last year gave us a compendium of Final Exits, now
follows up with The Portable Obituary, the logical next
step in how many heavyweights conclude. It’s fast, it’s funny
and it’s fantastic — kinda like life itself.
NOVEMBER
THURSDAY 8
Miami Book Fair International an Evening with Nikki Giovanni:
Spend an evening with Nikki Giovanni, author of
Acolytes.
7:30 p.m.
Free.
Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus, 300 N.E. Second Ave.,
Chapman Conference Center, building 3, second floor,
Downtown Miami.
www.miamibookfair.com.
Women CEOS at the Helm:
Features panel discussion with Miami Herald Business
Editor Lisa Gibbs, NEO Concepts CEO Lissette Calderon,
CareersUSA CEO Marilyn Ounjian and M. Gill & Associates CEO
Marie Gill.
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce
members, $30; nonmembers, $40. Regions Bank.
2800 Ponce de Leon Blvd., 15th floor, Coral Gables.
www.miamichamber.com. 305-577-5432.
FRIDAY 9
Re-envisioning Feminism Today:
Featuring Dr. Elizabeth A. Sackler. 8 p.m. Free. Florida
International University, The Green Library, GL 100, University
Park, S.W. 107th Ave. & S.W. Eighth St., Miami. 305-348-2890.
Miami Book Fair International Street Fair:
This three-day outdoor festival gathers hundreds of
booksellers and exhibitors, offering fairgoers the opportunity
to browse new and favorite titles from major publishing houses,
small presses, scholarly imprints and foreign publishers.
Adults, $5; children 18 and under, free.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Downtown
Miami. Entrances on N.E. Fifth Street, N.E. Fourth Street, N.E. Second Avenue and N.E.
First Avenue.
www.miamibookfair.com.
Through Nov. 11.
Miami Book Fair International an Evening with Caroline Kennedy:
Spend an evening with Caroline Kennedy, author of
A Family Christmas.
7:30 p.m.
Free.
Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus, 300 N.E. Second Ave.,
Chapman Conference Center, building 3, second floor,
Downtown Miami.
www.miamibookfair.com.
SATURDAY 10
The Rev. Dr. Michael Beckwith:
Contributing author of the international bestselling book The
Secret is the keynote speaker for the Universal Truth Center
for Better Living 25th Anniversary Gala. 7 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Children 12 and under, $75; adults, $150. Westin Diplomat Resort
& Spa, 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach. 305-624-4991.
Amazing World of the Aztecs:
Learn about the fascinating culture of Mexico’s Aztec people
while making a freestanding, authentic pre-Columbian pyramid.
1 to 3 p.m. Children under 6, free; children 6-12, $5;
adults, $8. Historical
museum
of Southern Florida, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-1492.
Jonathan Hayes:
Discussing his book, Precious Blood. 8 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
Miami Book Fair International Street Fair:
This three-day outdoor festival gathers hundreds of
booksellers and exhibitors, offering fairgoers the opportunity
to browse new and favorite titles from major publishing houses,
small presses, scholarly imprints and foreign publishers.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adults, $5; children 18 and under, free.
Downtown Miami. Entrances on N.E. Fifth Street, N.E. Fourth Street, N.E. Second Avenue and N.E.
First Avenue.
www.miamibookfair.com.
Through Nov. 11.
SUNDAY 11
Miami Book Fair International Street Fair:
This three-day outdoor festival gathers hundreds of
booksellers and exhibitors, offering fairgoers the opportunity
to browse new and favorite titles from major publishing houses,
small presses, scholarly imprints and foreign publishers.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adults, $5; children 18 and under, free.
Downtown Miami. Entrances on N.E. Fifth Street, N.E. Fourth
Street, N.E. Second Avenue and N.E.
First Avenue.
www.miamibookfair.com. Ends
today.
TUESDAY 13
Art Deco Lecture Series: The Big Deco Apple:
Jack Johnson discusses Art Deco architecture in
New York City.
7 p.m. Free. Art
Deco Welcome Center, 1001 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach.
305-672-2014.
Why Meditate? A Workshop on Preksha Meditation:
Featuring Samaniji Charitra Prajna.
5:30 p.m.
Free. Florida International University, Graham Center 150, 11200
S.W. Eighth St.,
Miami.
305-348-2297.
Alice Waters:
Discussing her book, The Art of Simple Food. 8
p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
WEDNESDAY 14
Mimi’s Manners
Etiquette Class:
Etiquette tips for children during a two-hour class complete
with a gourmet four-course meal.
6 to 8 p.m.
$58. The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Bizcaya Restaurant,
3300 S.W. 27th Ave.,
Coconut Grove. 305-644-4675.
Michelle Marcos:
Discussing her book, When A Lady Misbehaves. 7:30
p.m. Free. Books & Books,
9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour. 305-864-4241.
Jeff Parker:
Discussing his book, Ovenman. 8 p.m. Free. Books &
Books,
265 Aragon Ave.,
Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
THURSDAY 15
The Silent Threat:
An open conversation about prostate cancer. 8 to
11:30 a.m. $35. InterContinental Miami Hotel, 100 Chopin
Plaza,
Miami.
RSVP to 305-854-2568.
2007
South Florida
Investor Symposium: Featuring exclusive inventory and a lecture by Bill Hughes of
Marcus & Millichap Capital Corporation.
6
to 8 p.m. Free. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino,
One Seminole Way, Hollywood. 786-522-7000.
Artful Visions: Depicting the Nature of South Florida:
Learn how both Great Britain and the United States legally
abolished the “trading” of enslaved Africans in 1807. 6:30 to
8:30 p.m. Children under 6, free; children 6-12, $5; adults, $8.
Historical museum of Southern Florida, 101 W. Flagler St.,
Miami. 305-375-1492.
Markus Zusak:
Discussing his book, The Book Thief. 7 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
Beth Wenger:
Discussing her book, The Jewish Americans: Three Centuries of
Jewish Voices in America. 8 p.m. Free.
Temple Beth Am, 5950 S.W. 88th St., Miami.
305-667-6667.
FRIDAY 16
Raquel Roque:
Discussing her book, Cocina Cubana. 8 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
SATURDAY 17
The Destiny of Joy: Freeing Your Brilliant
Heart:
This workshop is designed to support and guide you toward the real
changes you can make in your life. 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. $275.
Miami Life Center, 736 Sixth St., Miami Beach. 305-534-8988.
Through tomorrow.
William Rothman:
Discussing his book, A Celebration of Life and Film.
5:30 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables.
305-442-4408.
SUNDAY 18
Santiago Martin:
Discussing his book, Amaos Los Unos a Los Otros. 4
p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
Joaquin Galves:
Discussing his book, Trilogia del Paria. 6 p.m.
Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
MONDAY 19
Margaret Cezair-Thompson:
Discussing her book, The Pirate’s Daughter. 8 p.m.
Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
TUESDAY 20
Lawrence R. Samuel:
Discussing his book, End of Innocence: The
1964-65 World’s Fair. 8 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
SUNDAY 25
Ruth Vander Zee:
Discussing her book, Eli Remembers. 4 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
MONDAY 26
Omer Bartov:
Discussing her book, Erased: Vanishing Traces
of Jewish Galicia. 8 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
TUESDAY 27
Reading Art:
Brooke Minto leads in a discussion of Danielle Ganek’s Lulu
Meets God and Doubts Him. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Free. Books &
Books, Antiquarian Room, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables.
305-442-4408.
WEDNESDAY 28
Morning Lecture Series: Architecture in the 20th
Century: The Moderns: Mies van der Rohe, Philip Johnson and Rem Koolhaas.
MAM Members, $10; nonmembers, $15. Miami Art Museum, 101 W.
Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-3000.
THURSDAY 29
Bob Adelman:
Discussing his book, Mine Eyes Have Seen. 7:30
p.m. Free. Books & Books,
9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour. 305-864-4241.
Bill McKibben:
Discussing his book, Deep Economy: The Wealth
of Communities and the Durable Future. 8 p.m. Free. Books &
Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
FRIDAY 30
Bill McKibben:
Discussing his book, Deep Economy: The Wealth
of Communities and the Durable Future. 8 p.m. Free. Books &
Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
Arlen Gargagliano:
Discussing his book, Calypso Coolers. 8 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
DECEMBER
SATURDAY 1
Beth Dunlop:
Discussing her book, Miami Mediterranean. 5 p.m.
Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
Book launch of El
Salvador, Land of Coffee:
During
members' lecture and coffee tasting. Fairchild
Tropical Garden’s Visitor Center Ballroom, 10901 Old
Cutler Road, Coral Gables. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
305-667-1651. www.fairchildgarden.com.
MONDAY 3
City Theater Play Readings:
7:30 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
Naomi Klein:
Discussing her book, The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of
Disaster Capitalism. 7:30 p.m. Free. Coral Gables
Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd., Coral Gables.
305-448-7421.
TUESDAY 4
Curator’s Talk with Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev: On Janet Cardiff and George Bures Miller. 5 to 7 a.m.
Free. Freedom Tower, 600 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 305-577-8544.
Axel Vervoordt:
Discussing his book, Timeless Interiors. 8 p.m.
Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
WEDNESDAY 5
Mimi’s Manners
Etiquette Class:
Etiquette tips for children during a two-hour class complete
with a gourmet four-course meal. 6 to 8 p.m. $58. The
Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, Bizcaya Restaurant,
3300 S.W. 27th Ave.,
Coconut Grove. 305-644-4675.
FRIDAY 7
Architect’s Lecture:
Jacques Herzog. 8:30 p.m. Free. Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln
Road, Miami Beach. 305-674-1040.
Achy Obejas:
Discussing his book, Havana Noir. 8 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
SUNDAY 9
Perodi Lecture in Philosophy of Art: Sights and Sounds in the
Arts: Kendall Walton, Charles L. Stevenson Collegiate Professor of
Philosophy in the School of Art and Design at the University of
Michigan in Ann Arbor. MAM Members, children under 12 and
students, free; seniors, $4; adults $8. Miami Art Museum, 101 W.
Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-3000.
TUESDAY 11
Dan Bowden Annual Reading of Truman Capote’s A Christmas Memory:
8 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
WEDNESDAY 12
7th
Miami International Conference on Torah and Science:
Session 1: Looking at body and soul. 8 to 10:30 p.m. Free. The
Shul of Bar Harbour, 9540 Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-868-1411.
Andrés Oppenheimer:
Discussing his book, Saving the Americas. 8 p.m.
Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
THURSDAY 13
7th
Miami International Conference on Torah and Science:
Session 2: What can Torah see in science? 9 to 10:30 a.m. Free.
The Shul of Bar Harbour, 9540 Collins Ave., Surfside.
305-868-1411.
7th
Miami International Conference on Torah and Science:
Session 3: Philosophical looks. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. The Shul
of Bar Harbour, 9540 Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-868-1411.
7th
Miami International Conference on Torah and Science:
Sessions 4 and 5: Eye to eye. 2:15 to 4 p.m. Free. The Shul of
Bar Harbour, 9540 Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-868-1411.
7th
Miami International Conference on Torah and Science:
Session 6: Looking far away and far back. 8 to 10:30 p.m. Free.
The Shul of Bar Harbour, 9540 Collins Ave., Surfside.
305-868-1411.
FRIDAY 14
7th
Miami International Conference on Torah and Science:
Session 7: Focus on mathematics. 9 to 10:30 a.m. Free. The Shul
of Bar Harbour, 9540 Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-868-1411.
7th
Miami International Conference on Torah and Science:
Session 8: The view from conception to death. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Free. The Shul of Bar Harbour, 9540 Collins Ave., Surfside.
305-868-1411.
Nature’s Fury: South Florida Hurricanes: Learn from experts about the continued threat of hurricanes and
how to be prepared. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Children under 6, free;
children 6-12, $5; adults, $8. Historical museum of Southern
Florida, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-1492.
Barry Sugarman:
Discussing his book, The Art of Renovation. 8 p.m.
Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
SATURDAY 15
7th
Miami International Conference on Torah and Science:
Session 9: Two points of view: Torah and science versus Torah
Science. 8:30 p.m. Free. The Shul of Bar Harbour, 9540 Collins
Ave., Surfside. 305-868-1411.
TUESDAY 18
Lou Dubose:
Discussing his book, Bill of Wrongs. 6 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
THURSDAY 27
James Grippando:
Discussing his book, Last Call. 8 p.m. Free. Books
& Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
JANUARY
TUESDAY 8
Eric Weiner:
Discussing his book, The Geography of Bliss. 8
p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
THURSDAY 10
Dan Goldman:
Discussing his book, Shooting War. 8 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
MONDAY 14
Geraldine Brooks:
Discussing her book, People of the Book. 8 p.m.
Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
TUESDAY 15
Rafe Esquith:
Discussing his book, Teach Like Your Hair’s On Fire.
8 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
WEDNESDAY 16
Morning Lecture Series: Architecture in the 20th
Century:
Purism/Brazil Modern:
Le Corbusier and Oscar Niemeyer. MAM Members, $10; nonmembers, $15. Miami Art Museum, 101 W.
Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-3000.
THURSDAY 17
Restoration of Virginia Key Beach Park: Learn about the history of Virginia Key Beach Park,
established in 1945 as the only public beach and recreational
facility for African-Americans in Miami-Dade County. 6:30 to
8:30 p.m. Children under 6, free; children 6-12, $5; adults, $8.
Historical museum of Southern Florida, 101 W. Flagler St.,
Miami. 305-375-1492.
Madeleine Albright:
Discussing her book, Memo to the President Elect. 8 p.m.
Free. Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd.,
Coral Gables. 305-448-7421.
FRIDAY 18
Global Curatorial Practices:
Featuring Lance Fung. 8 p.m. Free. Florida International
University, The Green Library, GL 100, University Park, S.W.
107th Ave. & S.W. Eighth St., Miami. 305-348-2890.
Paul Auster:
Discussing his book, The Inner Life of Martin Frost.
7:30 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
SUNDAY 20
Josh Henkin:
Discussing his book, Matrimony. 6 p.m. Free. Books
& Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
WEDNESDAY 23
Sandy Pukel:
Discussing her book, Greens and Grains on the Deep
Blue Sea Cookbook. 8 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables.
305-442-4408.
THURSDAY 24
Kristina Wong:
Excerpts include a Flashdance tribute and an explanation
(or un-explanation) of why she prefers life in the almighty
closet. 8 p.m. Free. Colony Theater, 1040 Lincoln Road, Miami
Beach. 305-674-1040.
THURSDAY 31
Spirituality Goes Green: Scientific and Spiritual Approaches to
Global Warming: Featuring Professor Jack Parker, Department of
Environmental Studies and Professor David Lee, Department of
Biological Sciences. 7:30 p.m. Free. Florida International
University, Graham Center Ballroom East, 11200 S.W. Eighth St.,
Miami. 305-348-2297.
Randall Kennedy:
Discussing his book, Sellout: The Politics of
Racial Betrayal. 8 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
FEBRUARY
WEDNESDAY 6
Tim Dorsey:
Discussing his book, Atomic Lobster. 8 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
FRIDAY 8
Bich Minh Nguyen:
Discussing her book, Stealing Buddha’s Dinner. 8
p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
TUESDAY 12
Shambhala Training:
Featuring Judith Simmer Brown. 7 p.m. All Souls Episcopal
Church, 4025 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach. 305-538-2244.
WEDNESDAY 13
Contemplative Education:
Featuring Richard Brown. 7 p.m. Free. Florida International
University, Graham Center 150, 11200 S.W. Eighth St., Miami.
305-348-2297.
Lara Kriegel:
Discussing her book, Grand Designs. 8 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
WEDNESDAY 20
Morning Lecture Series: Architecture in the 20th
Century: Miami’s Modern Masters:
L. Murray Dixon, Igor Polevitzky and Morris Lapidus. MAM Members, $10; nonmembers, $15. Miami Art Museum, 101 W.
Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-3000.
TUESDAY 26
Walking the Mother Path:
Featuring Rebbetzin Carol Rose. 7:30 p.m. Free. Florida
International University, Graham Center 150, 11200 S.W. Eighth
St., Miami. 305-348-2297.
MARCH
WEDNESDAY 5
The Yin Shall Rise Again: Spirituality in an Age of Global
Terrorism: Featuring Lama Karma Chotso, Rev. Dr. Mary Tumpkin and
Rev. Dr. Linnea Pearson. 7:30 p.m. Free. Florida International
University, Wolfe University Center, 3000 N.E. 151st St., North
Miami.
SATURDAY 8
Deco Designs:
Learn about the birth and history of Art Deco on Miami Beach
while designing a free-standing, pastel-hued hotel. 1 to 3 p.m.
Children under 6, free; children 6-12, $5; adults, $8.
Historical museum of Southern Florida, 101 W. Flagler St.,
Miami. 305-375-1492.
WEDNESDAY 12
An Evening of Kabbalah: Stories and Songs:
Featuring Rabbi Sam Intrader. 7:30 p.m. Free. Florida
International University, Graham Center 243, 11200 S.W. Eighth
St., Miami. 305-348-2297.
THURSDAY 13
Susan Vreeland:
Discussing her book, Luncheon of the Boating Party.
8 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
FRIDAY 14
Public Engagement & Private Retreat:
Featuring David Adjaye. 8 p.m. Free. Florida International
University, The Green Library, GL 100, University Park, S.W.
107th Ave. & S.W. Eighth St., Miami. 305-348-2890.
TUESDAY 18
Jodi Picoult:
Discussing her book, Change of Heart. 8 p.m. Free.
Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
THURSDAY 20
Passion, Expertise and Focus: The Art of Collecting: Engage in a discussion with Paul and Joan
Gluck about the considerations that have guided them through
their fascinating journey of acquiring Native Northwest Coast
art in the last 20 years. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Children under 6,
free; children 6-12, $5; adults, $8. Historical museum of
Southern Florida, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-1492.
WEDNESDAY 26
Morning Lecture Series: Architecture in the 20th
Century: Dynamic Modernism:
Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid and Santiago Calatrava.
MAM Members, $10; nonmembers, $15. Miami Art Museum, 101 W.
Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-3000.
APRIL
TUESDAY 1
Julie Kalm:
Discussing her book, Please Excuse My Daughter. 8
p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
THURSDAY 17
Beadwork and Basketry: A Celebration of Seminole Arts: Hear from the artists themselves about their
techniques and sources of inspiration. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Children under 6, free; children 6-12, $5; adults, $8.
Historical museum of Southern Florida, 101 W. Flagler St.,
Miami. 305-375-1492.
THURSDAY 24
Tigertail, A South Florida Poetry Annual, Volume VI, Brazil
Issue:
Book launch and reading. 7:30 p.m. Free. Books & Books, 265
Aragon Ave, Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
TUESDAY 29
Same Soul, Many Bodies:
Featuring Brian Weiss, M.D. 7:30 p.m. $25. Temple Emanu-El, 1701
Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-538-2503.
Alexander McCall Smith:
Discussing his book, The Miracle at Speedy Motors.
8 p.m. Free. Books & Books,
265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables. 305-442-4408.
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