Calendar  11-20 

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Art

Ana Milena Tamara presents Timeless Stuff on Thursday, November 20, 6 – 8 p.m. at Q Lounge, 3575 N.E. 207^th St., Ste. B-11, Aventura. 305-931-9957.

Opening Reception for Tokyo: The Imperial City on Thursday, November 20, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at the Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-535-2632. Runs through May 2.

Opening Reception for the group exhibition c.o.d.e. on Thursday, November 20, 7 – 11 p.m. at the Dorsch Gallery, 151 N.W. 24^th St., Miami. 305-576-1278. Runs through January 10.

Red Grooms: Selections from the Graphic Work runs Saturday, November 22 through January 18 at the Lowe Art Museum, 1301 Stanford Dr., Coral Gables. 305-284-3535.

Opening Reception for 3 Solo Exhibitions: Cabado – Ferrandis – Sigurdson on Saturday, November 22, 7 – 11 p.m. at Marina Kessler Gallery, 2628 N.W. 22^nd Ave., Miami. 305-573-6006. Runs through January 14.

Closing Party for Rendez-vous, an exhibition featuring 11 emerging and mid-career artists from Europe, on Thursday, November 22, 8 p.m. – 12 a.m. at Art Vitam, 3452 N. Miami Ave., Miami. 305-571-8342.

Recycled Fragments of Eyewear runs through November 22 at Diaspora Vibe Gallery, 3938 N. Miami, 2^nd floor. 305-573-4046.

El Viaje, a visual chronicle of the Latin American Jews who settled in Florida, runs through November 22 at the Jewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-672-5044.

Restos y Pasiones (Remains and Passions), oil on canvas works by Cuban painter Andres Vidal, runs through November 22 at Fraga Fine Arts, 1654 S.W. 8^th St., Miami. 305-642-8585.

Max Gallery presents the group show Blue Balls through November 22. 7846 N.W. 57^th St., Miami. 305-994-7909.

Hermetic Evolution, featuring 13 large-scale sculptures by Daniel Fiorda, runs through November 23 at ArtCenter/South Florida, 800 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 305-674-8278.

An exhibition of paintings and sculptures by René Strubel runs through November 25 at Damien B. Contemporary Art Center, 282 N.W. 36^th St., Miami. 305-573-4949.

Essence of Contemporary French Art runs through November 25 at Portobello Ristorante, 2841 Coral Way, Miami. 305-445-0093.

Jordi Boldó: Correspondances runs through November 29 at Pesqueira Gallery, 10 N.E. 40^th St., Miami. 305-571-8383.

Incestuous Images and Raw Figures, new works by Jon Davis and Luis Delgado on Friday, runs through November 29 at the Bakehouse Art Complex, 561 N.W. 32^nd St., Miami. 305-576-2828.

Quasi Fantastici/Almost Fantastic, a solo exhibition of drawings by Italian artist Sophie Mondini, runs through November 29 at Societa Dante Alighieri, Italian Cultural Center, 800 Douglas Rd., Ste. 140, Coral Gables. 305-448-9065.

A Graphic Language, a collection of symbols and logos by Raffaele Ammavuta, runs through December 3 at Miami International University of Art & Design, 1501 Biscayne Blvd., Ste. 100, Miami. 305-428-5700.

An exhibition of drawings and sculpture by Anastasia runs through December 3 at La Boheme Fine Art, 22980 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables. 305-772-8230.

Coexistence, a touring international outdoor exhibition of billboard-size posters, runs through December 7 at Miami-Dade College, Wolfson Campus, 300 N.E. 2^nd Ave., Miami. 305-663-1222.

The Carlos Alvarez Cotera solo exhibition Live, Love, Give runs through December 10 at ArtSouth, 240 N. Krome Ave., Homestead. 305-247-9406.

A dual display of the works of the late Miami poet and artist Laurence Donovan will be on view through December 12 at the Frances Wolfson Gallery, Miami-Dade College, 300 N.E. 2^nd Ave., Miami. 305-237-3696.

Turning Pages: Celebrating South Florida Artist-Made Books runs through December 12 at Centre Gallery, Miami-Dade College, Wolfson Campus, 300 N.E. 2^nd Ave., Miami. 305-237-3696.

The Aventura Rotating Art Exhibition showcases the work of local Aventura artists through December 16 at the Aventura Community Recreation Center, 3375 N.E. 188^th St., Aventura. 305-466-3883.

Glexis Novoa: New Work, an exhibition of drawings in graphite on marble, runs through January 10, 2004 at Bernice Steinbaum Gallery, 3550 N. Miami Ave., Miami. 305-573-2700.

An exhibition of photographs by Elia Alba exploring issues of identity and marginalization runs through January 10 at the Bernice Steinbaum Gallery, 3550 N. Miami Ave., Miami. 305-573-2700.

Rosenquist in Florida: Major Prints runs through January 12 at the Barbara Gillman Gallery, 3814 N.E. Miami Court, Miami. 305-573-1920.

New Work: Janine Antoni and Paul Ramirez Jonas runs through January 18 at the Miami Art Museum (MAM), 101 West Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-3000.

Assignment Miami: News Photographers runs through January 18, 2004 at the Historical Museum of Southern Florida, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-1492.

Weapons of Mass Dissemination, an exhibition showcasing political propaganda from the U.S. and Europe, runs through March 21 at the Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-531-1001.

From Persia to Miami: A Journey for Survival runs through April 11, 2004 at the Jewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-672-5044.

Works by Beatricia Sagar, Bruce Tolman, Jason Hedges, Luciana Abait and Robert Flynn are part of the permanent exhibition on display at Colonial Bank’s South Beach Branch at 1691 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach. 305-673-5161.

Alexander Gore Art Gallery features original oil on canvas and paper works. 1501 Collins Ave., Ste. 205, Miami Beach. Ongoing. 305-672-8454.

The Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. Art and Design in the Modern Age: Selections from the Wolfsonian-FIU Collection. Ongoing, new objects on view. 305-531-1001.

Clubs

Automatic Slims: No cover, No VIP, no bull$%*. Thursdays: Ladies’ Night with DJ Sweet Peach. Fridays & Saturdays: DJ Shannon. Tuesdays: Doublewide Tuesdays with DJ Mark Leventhal. 1216 Washington Street, Miami Beach. 305-695-0795.

Bash:  Lives again. High-energy, sophisticated Euro-Latin. Wednesdays: House Wednesday – Dance to House classics. Fridays: House Party features DJ Niko spinning sexy house and Patio International Sounds w/resident DJ Patrick. International Night with DJ Patrick Mohr spinning international grooves. 655 Washington Ave., Miami Beach.  305-538-2274.

Barcode: Lounge upstairs in the VIP suite, fine cuisine in the dining room. Fridays: The Brass King “The Rare Grooves Selector” spins the smoothest in House, R&B, Rare Grooves and Acid Jazz. Sundays: Indigo Soul hosted by Demas of “The Funk Jazz Lounge” on HOT 105 FM. 1437 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach. 305-534-1711.

B.E.D.: Party like the ancient Romans – in bed.  Monday: Secret Society with DJ Radamas. Tuesdays: Between The Sheets – Local DJs spin lounge and move into deep house. Thursdays: Erotica Dinner Theatre – special aphrodisiac menu with fetish cabaret dinner theatre performances and sexy lounge music. 929 Washington Ave., Miami Beach.  305-532-9070.

Blue:  Laid-back vibes. DJs and live music. Mondays: Crescent Mondays with DJ/Percussionist Stingray and host Fernando. Tuesdays: DHM presents Double Jointed with DJ’s Stephen, Edwin & Omar, aka DHM. Sundays: Respect, with DJ Chucky Brown spinning old school. 222 Española Way, Miami Beach. 305-534-1009.

Clevelander: Hotel’s pool a popular hangout. Saturdays: Splash Saturdays, long-running pool party with DJs, dancers and hard body contests, 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Happy Hour from 9 pm to 5 pm every day. 1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. 305-531-3485.

Club Deep:  Dance atop a huge aquarium.  Fridays: Ladies Night hosted by Power 96’s Jason the Minimixx with DJ DEF. Saturdays:  Forbidden with DJ Pool, Jason Deep.  Sundays: Sunday Night Power Party, “Power 96 Live Broadcast” with DJs Zog and Jason Deep. Discounted drinks. 621 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-532-1509.

crobar: Hip Chicago South at Cameo Theatre. Mondays: Back Door Bamby featuring DJs Shannon and Gigi. Thursdays: The Show hosted by SMAC Entertainment with DJs E.J. Martinez and DJ Irie. Saturday: DJ Cedric Gervais. 1445 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-531-5027.

Deco Lounge: DJs and cabaret-style entertainment in the National Hotel. Fridays: After 5, DJ Carlos Fusaro spins until 12:30 a.m. 1677 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-532-2311. 

Exile: 12,000 square foot nightclub with a huge dance floor and stage and state-of-the-art light and sound. Saturdays: After Hours – doors open at 5 a.m. with resident DJ’s Gio & Carlos Martin. 90 N.E. 11^th St., Downtown Miami. 305-374-0781.
 

Gil’s Café:  North Beach Tropic-themed nightclub. Wednesdays: New World Improv Night. Thursdays: Live jazz, R&B, reggae at 9 p.m. Fridays: The Reggae Music Sanctuary, trip-hop and reggae roots music with guest DJs, percussionists and dancers. 216 71^st Street, Miami Beach. 305-867-0779.

Goddess: Elegant decadence against a Kama Sutra backdrop. Thursdays: Underground with DJs Sammy O, Craig Demo, guest DJs. Fridays: Meltdown Fridays features Hip-Hop, Latin, Reggae. Saturdays: Savvy Saturdays with DJ L Smooth plus Whole 9 Inc. 681 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-720-8007.

Honey: Relaxed house. Thursdays: Vintage Vinyl with DJ Ames Dean. Saturdays: Sexy Saturdays with DJ Nikko playing Latin Rock, Spanish, funk, R&B and house. 645 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-538-2356.

Jade: Three very different rooms. Mondays: Martini Manicure Mondays with Aire Spa.  Thursdays: Vive International. Saturdays: Union with deep house, urban fusion, Asian electronica. 18^th St. & Bay Road, Miami Beach. 305-695-0000. 

Jazid:  Live jazz, blues, funk & R&B seven nights a week. Tuesdays: Jazz Jazz Jazz with Joy Francis. Wednesdays: Get your Samba on. Thursdays: Motown with Bobby Stringer. Doors open 9 p.m. 1342 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-673-9372.

Level: Upscale, multiple dance floors, international DJs. Mondays: Schitzint – Hip-hop Night with DJ Epps and Camilo Doors. Thursday: Guest DJs in the Blue Room. Wednesdays: Takeover hip-hop party with DJs Camilo, Epps, and Carl Blaze. 1235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach.  305-532-1525.

Lime Bar: Lime-colored, sexy ambiance. Thursdays: Thomas Penton, Joseph Anthony, Austin Leeds, and Erick Kitel. No cover 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. Fridays: Something Different with DJ Oscar Fonseca. Sundays: Miami Underground Movement (12 p.m.) with DJ’s Black and Maurizio Erre. 1771 West Avenue, Miami Beach. 305-534-9975.

Mango’s: Popular party place features Latin continental cuisine and dancing to live house bands Exito, Innasense, Latin Connection and Collage. 900 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach.  305-673-4422.

Mynt: Hip Lounge, posh drinks. Thursdays: Classic house with DJ Paolo Albertoni.  Fridays & Saturdays: The Grand Lounge with DJs K2, Chicco Secci. 1921 Collins Ave., Miami Beach.  305-276-6131.

Nerve: Cool newer club. Tuesdays: Coyote Ugly features the “down and dirty, wild and fun” “coyotes” pouring drinks and “overflowing with attitude.” Open bar 10 – 11 p.m. “Drink sexy, erotic, body shots off the coyotes.” Sundays: Hip-Hop. 247 23^rd St., Miami Beach. 305-695-8697.

Nikki Beach: Exclusive Euro-hip beachfront hangout. Fridays: Cream & Sugar with Tommy Pooch. Saturdays: Face Party presented by Eric Omores. Sundays: Indio Loco Party with DJs Holze, Scanni, Cedric Gervais. 1 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. 305-538-1231.

Opium Garden: Open-air club featuring dance and hip-hop acts. Thursdays: Betty Ford Thursdays with DJs Mr. Mauricio and Top Cat playing everything 80’s, old school, and hip hop. Sundays: Ritual Sundays with DJ Tony Tone and DJ Irie. 136 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. 305-531-5535.

Oxygen Lounge: Sleek Coconut Grove lounge serving cocktails and sushi. Thursdays: Agua – Latin rock, hip-hop, funk, and disco sounds. Fridays: Latin and international beats with DJ Laz Quintero. Wednesdays: Dining with Divas with DJ Shawn Rudnick playing 80’s retro. 2911 Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove. 305-476-0202.

Pearl Restaurant & Champagne Lounge: Bubbly, DJs. Thursdays:  80’s music with DJ Snezana. At Penrod’s Beach Club, 1 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. 305-538-1111.

Picadilly Garden: Design District hangout & cool restaurant. Saturdays: Symposium with DJ Lolo. Thursdays and Fridays: Arthur Cruz the Piano Man. 35 N.E. 40^th Street, Miami Design District. 305-634-3907.

The Playwright: Irish pub and international soccer Mecca. Fridays & Saturdays: DJ Von Halle spins Brit pop, retro 80s & international rock. 1265 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-534-0667.

Pure Lounge: Disco-style house in plush setting above Joia restaurant. Saturdays: DJ Marc Vane. 150 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. 786-276-9005.

Rain:  New dance club, eclectic mix of music. Tuesdays: Home Cookin’ with DJs Rad, E.J. and DBJ spinning hip-hop, funk, soul, R&B. Thursdays: The Church Industrial, Goth, New Wave, electroclash with DJs Danny Bled, Carlos Menendez, Aura, Gosub, and Phoenix Nebula. Fridays: Beautiful with Baka Boyz and DJ Rob Dinero. 323 23^rd St., Miami Beach. 786-295-9540.

Rumi: Unique music, fashionable mixed crowd. Mondays: Fat Black Pussycat with DJ Mark Leventhal. Fridays: Essential South Beach Party with DJ Mark Brickman. 330 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.  305-672-4353.

SkyBar at the Shore Club: Cool, sexy club by the pool area of The Shore Club. Wednesdays: The Remedy – Deep House, Nu Jazz & Future Soul from the Aquabooty crew. Thursdays: Zack Bush’s Moroccan Nights featuring guest DJs. Saturdays: Sexy house from DJ Joe Delgado. 1901 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach. 305-358-1999.

Space 34: One of the hotter dance clubs Downtown. Saturdays: House Sessions with DJs Oscar G, Roland, Radamas and Sunrise Sessions with Ivano Bellini. Sundays: Gay Sunday Tea Dance. 34 N.E. 11^th Street, Downtown Miami. 305-375-0001.

Spi Club: Formerly Club Spin. Fridays: Progressive house with Ariel Baund. Saturdays: Trance with George Acosta. 320 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 305-531-2800.        

Studio:  “The Biggest Karaoke Club in the World.” Nightly: Live entertainment and Karaoke. At the Shelbourne Beach Resort, 1801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-695-1770.

Tantra: Themed events, upscale hangout restaurant. Mondays: The Goddess Party with Louis Dee. Tuesdays: Temptress Tuesdays with DJ Turtle spinning sexy house powered by Mauro Silva. Thursdays: Simplicity for Consenting Adults hosted by Bang Entertainment with She *DJ Hana. 1445 Pennsylvania Ave., Miami Beach.  305-672-4765.

Ted’s Hideaway: The total neighborhood bar. Daily: Happy Hour from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. 124 2^nd Street, Miami Beach. 305-532-9869.

Tobacco Road:  “The oldest bar in Miami.” Mondays: Blues band Iko Iko (unplugged). Sundays: August Campbell.  626 South Miami Ave., Miami.  305-374-1198.

Touch:  Belly and flamenco dancers every night. Mondays: S.I.N. (Service Industry Night) from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. S.I.N.ners receive 50 % off drinks. Tuesdays: Tuesday Party features live grooves and the Touch dancers. 910 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach.  305-532-8003.

Townhouse: Cool, chɥap chill-out pad with lounge. Saturdays: Zack Bush and Erica Freshman present the new Rooftop Party. 150 20^th St., Miami Beach. 305-534-3800.

Twist:  Mucho popular gay club. Tuesdays: DJ Bugie, live jazz and blues with Lola and the Sass Band. Wednesdays: Dragboy with Connie Casserole. Thursdays: DJ Flavor.  Sundays: DJ Lector. 1057 Washington, Ave., Miami Beach. 305-538-9478.

Veranda Bar: Chic, laidback tropical atmosphere at the Palms South Beach. Thursdays: Blues Night from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. with 2 for 1 drinks, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and live performances by Nicole Henry & Lou Duvin. 3025 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-908-5468.

Dance

Fort Lauderdale Ballet Classique presents The Nutcracker Ballet on Friday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Bailey Hall, 3501 S.W. Davie Rd., Davie. 954-475-6884.

Festivals & Parties

The Historical Museum of Southern Florida presents the 2003 Harvest Festival featuring historical re-enactments, fine arts & crafts, interactive children’s activities, vintage cars, food live music and more. Saturday & Sunday, November 22 & 23, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Fair & Expo Center, Coral Way & S.W. 112^th Ave., Miami. $6. 305-375-1610.

South Florida Parenting Magazine hosts its 9^th Annual Holiday Show for families with children 14 and under featuring 150 interactivities. Saturday & Sunday, November 22 & 23 at the Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale. 954-747-3056.

Vision: Miami – Brings together the business, artistic and cultural communities of South Florida to network. Meets every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Sonesta Hotel & Suites, 2889 McFairlane Road, Coconut Grove. Information: Johnny Regan at 305-305-2651.

Film & Video

University of Miami’s Casa Bacardi presents Fresa y Chocolate (Strawberry and Chocolate) about an unlikely friendship in revolutionary Cuba. Daily, including Saturdays & Sundays, at 2:30 p.m. $5. 1531 Brescia Ave., Coral Gables. 305-284-2822.

Views from the Underground – Thursday, November 20 at 8:30 p.m. Independent Exposure All Animation Edition will feature cutting edge films from the micromedia movement at the Miami Beach Cinematheque, 512 Española Way, Miami Beach. 305-673-4567.

A Nite OUT – In collaboration with the Miami Gay & Lesbian Film Festival, The Times of Harvey Milk will be screened on Friday, November 21 at 8:30 p.m. at the Miami Beach Cinematheque, 512 Española Way, Miami Beach. 305-673-4567.

The Latin American Documentary Showcase runs through Saturday, November 22 at 8 p.m. at the Tower Theater, 1508 S.W. 8^th St., Miami. 305-237-6363.

Featured Independent: Meet the Director – Ray Parla of First Flight Pictures presents a curated collection of experimental works on Saturday, November 22 at 8:30 p.m. at the Miami Beach Cinematheque, 512 Española Way, Miami Beach. 305-673-4567.

The Life of Frank Iny: A Grandaughter’s Journey, a film on Iraqi Jews, will be screened on Sunday, November 23 at 3 p.m. at the Jewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-672-5044 ext. 21.

The Florida Moving Image Archive presents The Mob Squad, a historical look at preparations for civil unrest in Miami, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1 – 3 p.m. through November at Miami-Dade Public Library, Auditorium, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. FREE. 305-375-1505.

Lectures & Discussions

Maggie Steber hosts a Panel Discussion on Producing Pictures: Photojournalists and Photo Editors on Thursday, November 20 at 6 p.m. at the Historical Museum of Southern Florida, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-1492.

The Kabbalah Centre offers a Free Introductory Lecture every Thursday at 7 p.m. at The Carriage House, 5401 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-692-9223.

Jimmy Lerner discusses and signs his book, You Got Nothing Coming: Notes from a Prison Fish, recounting his journey from marketing executive to prison inmate, on Thursday, November 20 at 8 p.m. at Borders, 3390 Mary St., Coconut Grove. 305-447-1655.

MIAMIntelligence presents historian Gwyn Davies lecturing on Iacta alea est: Caesar’s calculated gamble on Friday, November 21 at 7 p.m. at the Wolfsonian-FIU, 1001 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. $10. Complimentary wine served from 6:30 p.m. 305-773-8408.

MIAMIntelligence presents Morton Slakoff presenting Love and Hate: The Fuel for the Incredible Life and Music of Richard Wagner on Wednesday, November 26 at 7 p.m. at the Miami Museum of Science, 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami. $10. 305-773-8408.

Music

Jazz musician Mo Morgen performs Thursday nights in August at Gil’s Café. Solo vocals/keyboards, 8 – 10 p.m. On sax with musicians sitting in, 10 p.m. 216 71^st St., Miami Beach. 305-867-0079.

El Sacerdote de la Rumba y su grupo La Fé performs Thursdays, 9 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. at Tropical Cigars, 741 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 305-673-3194.

Songwriters Den at 623 Live – Thursdays: Open Mic from 9:30 – 11:30 p.m.; Songwriters Round, 12 – 2 a.m. 623 Washington Ave., Miami Beach.

Live Jazz at Edelweiss German Restaurant & Bavarian Gasthaus – Every Friday from 7 p.m. flute and sax man Tony Gonzalez performs in the Biergarten. 2655 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 305-573-4421.

New World Symphony – The Bach Family Tree: Baroque and Beyond – Bernard Labadie conducts the Orchestra Consort performing music by the Bach family. Friday, November 21 at 8 p.m. at the Lincoln Theatre, 541 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 305-673-3331.

The 21^st Annual Hollywood Jazz Festival will feature the Danilo Perez Trio and the Larry Coryell Quartet on Friday, November 21 and jazz vocalist Rene Marie and bass legend Stanley Clarke on Saturday, November 22, 8 – 11 p.m. Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, 1770 Monroe St. & US 1, Hollywood. Ticket Solutions: 1-877-877-7677.

The University of Miami Brass Choir will perform on Friday, November 21 at 8 p.m. at UM Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Dr., Coral Gables. 305-284-5813.

Walt Andrus presents a tribute to the Great American Songbook with pianist Eddie Higgins Upstairs at the Van Dyke Café, 846 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, Friday & Saturday, November 21 & 22 at 10, 11:30 p.m. & 1 a.m. 305-534-3600.

Tanke Band plays salsa Fridays, 10:30 p.m. – 2 a.m. at Tropical Cigars, 741 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 305-673-3194.

The New World School of the Arts College Opera Theatre Ensemble presents Opera Scenes on Saturday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Ransom Everglades Auditorium, 3575 Main Highway, Coconut Grove. 305-237-3622.

University of Miami presents a Junior Recital featuring soprano Hsiao Chien Chou on Saturday, November 22 at 7:45 p.m. at Clarke Recital Hall, 5501 San Amato Dr., Coral Gables. 305-284-6477.

David Bisbal performs in concert on Saturday, November 22 at 8 p.m. at the Jackie Gleason Theater, 1700 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-673-7300.

Tobacco Road celebrates its 91^st Anniversary Festival with The Radiators, Iko-Iko, Big Sky and more. Saturday, November 22. 626 S. Miami Ave., Miami. 305-374-1198.

The Deskarga Jam Band plays salsa Saturdays, 10:30 p.m. – 2 a.m. at Tropical Cigars, 741 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 305-673-3194.

On Sunday, November 23 at 4 p.m. the Miami Bach Society presents a program of choral works by Bach and instrumental concertos by Marcello and Bach. First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables, 534 Coral Way (behind Coral Gables City Hall). 305-669-1376.

The University of Miami Jazz Vocal Ensemble will perform on Sunday, November 23 at 8 p.m. at UM Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Dr., Coral Gables. 305-284-5813.

University of Miami presents a Musical Theater Recital featuring soprano Lindsay Smith on Sundaay, November 23 at 8 p.m. at Clarke Recital Hall, 5501 San Amato Dr., Coral Gables. 305-284-6477.

Singer Marta Isabel performs boleros, tangos and Brazilian sounds Sundays & Tuesdays from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. at Tropical Cigars, 741 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 305-673-3194.

Theater Under the Stars: Easy Listening & Dancing with Cozy Michaels on Monday, November 24, 7:30 – 9 p.m. at the Hollywood Beach Theater, Hollywood Beach & Broadwalk at Johnson St., Hollywood. 954-921-3404.

Dancing in the Moonlight Series: Easy Listening & dancing with Mat and Nat on Tuesday, November 25, 7:30 – 9 p.m. at the Hollywood Beach Theater, Hollywood Beach & Broadwalk at Johnson St., Hollywood. 954-921-3404.

On the Broadwalk Series: Viva plays classic pop/rock on Wednesday, November 26, 7:30 – 9 p.m. at the Hollywood Beach Theater, Hollywood Beach & Broadwalk at Johnson St., Hollywood. 954-921-3404.

Singer Bergman performs English, Spanish and Italian Pop music on Wednesdays, 8:30 – 11:30 p.m. at Tropical Cigars, 741 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 305-673-3194.

Mark Krumich’s Jazz Jam – Wednesday, November 26 at 10 p.m. at Tobacco Road, 626 S. Miami Ave., Miami. 305-374-1198.

Poetry & Prose

Spoken word artist Rashida Bartley hosts Poetry Lounge on Thursdays, 8:30 – 10:30 p.m. upstairs at Jade, 1766 Bay Road, Miami Beach. 954-927-5887.

Lip, Tongue & Ear Poetry Productions hosts Open Mic Readings on Tuesday, November 25 at 7:30 p.m. at Borders Books & Music, 3390 Mary St., Coconut Grove. 305-474-0078.

Sports & Outdoors

Fossilized Reef Kayak and Snorkel Trip: Friday – Sunday, November 21 – 23, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Explore marine life and fossilized mangrove roots at Crandon Park Visitors’ and Nature Center, 6767 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne. $25. Reservations: 305-365-3018.

The Florida Panthers Take on Atlanta on Friday, November 21 at 7:30 p.m. Office Depot Center, 2555 Panthers Parkway, Sunrise. 305-835-8000.

Historic Oleta River Canoe Trip: Saturday, November 22, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Take a ride along one of Florida’s most historic and beautiful rivers. $20. Bring binoculars. Meet at Greynolds Park, 17530 W. Dixie Hwy., North Miami Beach. Call 305-944-6111 for reservations.

Birds, Butterflies & Binoculars: Saturday, November 22, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Learn binocular basics for bird and butterfly watching. Bring binoculars. $3. Greynolds Park, 17530 W. Dixie Highway. Reservations: 305-948-2891.

The Miami Dolphins play the Washington Redskins on Sunday, November 23 at 8:30 p.m. at Pro Player Stadium, 2269 N.W. 199^th St., North Dade. 305-623-6100.

The Florida Panthers play the Buffalo Sabres on Monday, November 24 at 7:30 p.m. Office Depot Center, 2555 Panthers Parkway, Sunrise. 305-835-8000.

The Miami Heat play New Orleans on Tuesday, November 25 at 7:30 p.m. at American Airlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 786-777-1000.

The Miami Manatees take the ice against the Orlando Seals on Wednesday, November 26 at 7:05 p.m. at the Miami Arena, 701 Arena Blvd., Miami. 305-536-7825.

The Florida Panthers skate against the New York Rangers on Wednesday, November 26 at 7:30 p.m. Office Depot Center, 2555 Panthers Parkway, Sunrise. 305-835-8000.

Key Biscayne Canoe Trip: Friday, November 28, 8 – 11 a.m. Search the mangrove forest where birds, reptiles and a wide variety of marine life lurk. Crandon Park Marina, 4000 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne. $20. Reservations: 305-365-3018.

Drift Fishing: Drift fishing boats depart daily from Haulover Park Marina, 10800 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-947-35225.

Urban Trails Kayak: Daily. Kayak rentals at Haulover Park, 10800 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-947-1302.

Tropical Divers: Daily diving trips at Haulover Park Marina and beach, 10800 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Call 305-949-2800 or visit www.tropic-diver.com.

Skyward Kites: Kite sale and rental. Daily, 9 a.m. – Sunset. Haulover Park, 10800 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-893-0906.

Theater/ Performance

The Ignatian Center for the Arts presents Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman, Thursday – Saturday at 8 p.m., November 20 – November 22 at the Ophelia & Juan Roca Theater, 500 S.W. 127^th Ave., Miami. 786-621-4626.

Just the Funny Improv Comedy Group presents 90 minutes of interactive comedy skits based on audience suggestions every Friday & Saturday at 11 p.m. At Dreamers Theatre, 65 Almeria Ave., Coral Gables. 305-693-8669.

Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre presents a Holiday Musical Celebration on Saturday & Sunday, November 22 & 23 at 1, 2 & 3 p.m. Center Court at Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. 305-935-1110.

UM Theatre Department presents Violet, “a toe-tapping musical journey of hope and healing.” Through November 22 at the Jerry Herman Ring Theatre, 1312 Miller Dr., Coral Gables. 305-284-3355.

The Laughing Gas Comedy Improv Theatre zanies perform every Saturday at 11 p.m. at New Theatre, 4120 Laguna St., Coral Gables. Reservations & travel directions: 305-461-1161.

Shores Theater presents Bat Boy: The Musical, a campy send-up of tabloid news and musical theater itself. Runs Thursday – Saturday at 8 p.m. & Sunday at 2 p.m., through November 23 at Shores Performing Arts Theater, 9806 N.E. 2^nd Ave., Miami Shores. 305-751-0562.

Story Theatre presents the children’s show Tom Sawyer on Sunday, November 23 at 2 p.m. & Monday, November 24 at 10 & 11:30 a.m. at the Jackie Gleason Theater, 1700 Washington Ave., Miami Beach. 305-673-7300.

Yoo Hoo, Mrs. Bloom, a witty and nostalgic look into the life of Gertrude Berg and her beloved character Molly Goldberg, runs through November 23 at the Hollywood Playhouse, 2640 Washington St., Hollywood. 954-922-0404.

FIU Theatre presents Shakespeare’s As You Like It. Runs through November 23 at the Mainstage Theatre, University Park Campus, S.W. 8^th St. & 117^th Ave. 305-348-3789.

The Main Street Players present Meredith Wilson’s The Music Man. Runs through November 23 at Miami Lakes Educational Center Auditorium, Building F, 5780 N.W. 158^th St., Miami Lakes. 954-253-3131.

Mosaic Theatre presents Death Defying Acts, three one-act comedies by David Mamet, Elaine May & Woody Allen. Runs through November 23 at American Heritage Center for the Arts, 12200 W. Broward Blvd., Building 3000, Plantation. 954-577-8243.

Theatre de Underground presents “experimental theatre for the experimental mind” on Mondays at 10 p.m. at Churchill’s Hideaway, 5501 N.E. 2^nd Ave., Miami. 305-757-1807.

The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife, a biting comedy about mid-life crisis, unexpected sex and the reappearance of an old acquaintance, runs through November 30 at the Coconut Grove Playhouse, 3500 Main Highway, Coconut Grove. 305-442-4000.

Q Theatreworks presents The Boys of Mariel starring John Felix and directed by Bill Yule. Runs through November 30 at Teatro Avante, 235 Alcazar Ave., Coral Gables. 305-609-4763.

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular stars The Rockettes and runs through December 7 at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 S.W. 5^th Ave., Ft. Lauderdale. 954-462-0222.

EDGE Theatre presents Antonio by Jim Tommaney exploring contemporary mating rituals. Fridays & Saturdays at 8 p.m., through December 20 at Piccadilly Gardens, 35 N.E. 40^th St., Miami. 305531-6083.

Actors’ Playhouse presents the musical hit Annie running through January 4 at the Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables. 305-444-9293. 

Menopause the Musical runs through January 4 at Actors Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables. 305-444-9293.

Misc.

On Thursday, November 20 at 6:30 p.m., Flamingo Toastmasters, the Miami Beach chapter of Toastmasters International, invites you to practice and polish your communication skills while having fun meeting new friends. 1^st & 3^rd Thursday of each month at Miami Beach City Hall, 1700 Convention Center Drive. 305-993-0096.

The 1^st Annual Miami Beach Holiday Antique & Collectibles Show takes place Friday & Saturday, November 21 & 22, Noon – 7 p.m. & Sunday, November 23, Noon – 5 p.m. at the Miami Beach Convention Center, Hall C, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach. $6. 954-658-8481.

The Española Way Market hosts art & crafts and jewelry every Friday, 6 p.m. – 12 a.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 a.m. & Sunday, 12 p.m. – 9 p.m. on Miami Beach’s Española Way between 14^th and 16^th Streets. 305-673-4166.

Kirtan and Meditation – Synergy presents an evening of rhythm, chanting and meditation on Friday, November 21 at 7:30. 435 Española Way, Miami Beach. 305-538-7073.

Cigar Roller Show every Friday & Saturday, 11 p.m. – 1 a.m. at Tropical Cigars, 741 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. 305-673-3194.

The Downtown Hollywood Antiques, Collectibles & Green Market takes place Saturday, November 22, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Harrison St. between 20^th & 21^st Avenues in Hollywood. FREE. 954-921-30116 ext. 19.    

The Normandy Isle Farmers Market doles out produce, flowers and houseplants at 900 71^st Street, Miami Beach every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 305-673-4166.

Art Deco District Guided Tours: Stroll through 90 years of Miami Beach’s history in 90 minutes. Every Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. Meet at the Art Deco Welcome Center, 1001 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. 305-531-3484.

Every Saturday the Humane Society of Greater Miami shows off pets available for adoption, sells merchandise and talks about their mission at Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura, 1 – 4 p.m. 305-696-0800 ext. 132.

Ayuda Inc. and Ms. Latina International present the Four Seasons Fashion Show to benefit Ayuda’s Early Childhood Scholarship Fund on Saturday, November 22 at 5 p.m. at the Radisson Mart Plaza, 711 N.W. 72^nd Ave., Miami. $15. 305-864-2273.

Crandon Nature Walk: Discover fascinating wildlife on this naturalist led hammock walk. Saturdays & Sundays at 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. Meet at the Crandon Park Visitors and Nature Center, 6767 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne. FREE.  Advance reservations required. 305-365-3018.

Guided Historical Nature Walk: Saturdays & Sundays, 2 – 4 p.m. $3. Greynolds Park, 17530 W. Dixie Hwy., North Miami. 305-948-2891.

Lincoln Road Farmers Market – Every Sunday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fresh fruits, vegetables, juices, flowers, plants and more. Lincoln Rd. between Pennsylvania Ave. & Alton Rd., Miami Beach. 305-531-0038.

The Aventura Marketing Council hosts a Mutt Derby and Family Festival on Sunday, November 23, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Dog lovers can register their pets for a short race then spend the day enjoying carnival rides and other activities at the Hollywood Greyhound Track, US 1 & Pembroke Rd. in Hallandale. 305-932-5334.

Spanish Conversation - A small informal group of pleasant people meets over dinner to practice Spanish by discussing movies, current events, and other topics in a relaxed, non-judgmental atmosphere. Meets Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. at 5825 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. No charge. Call Harriet at 305-535-9955.

Chess Fun for Everyone – Every Wednesday at 5 p.m. come and learn the skills of chess at the North Shore Library, 7501 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-864-5392.

Space Adventures: From Hubble to Hollywood runs through January 4 at the Miami Museum of Science, 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami. Free with museum admission. 305-646-4200.

Art Deco District Sunset Tours: The Miami Design District Preservation League offers self-guided audio tours of Miami Beach’s historic architecture. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Daily at the Art Deco Welcome Center, 1001 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. 305-531-3484.

Walk Among the Pelicans: See pelican families in their natural environment. Daily, dawn to dusk. Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, 1275 N.E. 79^th St., JFK Causeway, Miami. 305-751-9840.

Discover the laws of motion from “Sir Isaac Newton” himself at the Miami Museum of Science’s interactive exhibit Newton’s Notions: Force, Motion and You. Ongoing. 3280 S. Miami Ave., Miami. Free with museum admission. 305-646-4200.

Salty’s Pirate Playground features a two-level pirate ship with water blasters, cargo nets, punch bags, padded areas and a spiral slide to entertain kids. Ongoing. At Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Virginia Key. 305-361-5705.

Natural Areas Tours: A one-hour guided walking tour through tropical hardwood hammock to a Tequesta Indian burial mound. Weekends: 11:15 a.m., 1:45 & 4 p.m. Weekdays: 12:45 & 3 p.m. $6 adults, $4 children. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 S.W. 72^nd Ave., Miami. 305-235-1668 ext. 242.