Miami Beach Cultural Arts Events June 1 - June 7, 2017

Cultural Arts Events June 1 - June 7, 2017 Click image to view trailer. FREE TONIGHT! SoundScape Cinema Series presented by Citi® Exostage @ Miami Beach SoundScape, 500 17 Street Wednesday, May 31, 8:00 p.m. Enjoy free movies every Wednesday night through May 2017! This week: LIFE OF PI directed by Ang Lee. The FREE SoundScape Cinema Series presented by Citi® encourages you to bring your blanket or beach chair and picnic! No glass! Click image for more information. TOMORROW! World Out Games Event: Pulse Points @ New World Symphony, 500 17 Street Thursday, June 1, 6:00 p.m. World OutGames Miami presents over 200 performing artists at the New World Center for PULSE POINTS; an experiential memorial that celebrates LIFE, EQUALITY and COMPASSION. Music, dance, art installations, video, theater, performance art, spoken word, poetry and party. PULSE POINTS will engage World OutGames Miami attendees, patrons and their guests in an unprecedented opportunity to engage in a universal act of Social Courage. PULSE POINTS ensures a space free of racism, transphobia, homophobia, misogyny, classism and ALL other bias by offering a safe haven and time for reflection, empathy, healing and positive action. Click image for more information. Click image for more information. FREE SATURDAY! ENCORE WALLCAST® CONCERT: THE MAHLER LEGACY: THE SONG OF THE EARTH @ New World Symphony, 500 17 Street Saturday, June 3, 6:00 p.m. MTT returns to offer his unrivaled interpretation of Mahler that has earned him six of his eleven Grammy Awards. Penned during the most despondent time in Mahler's life, The Song of the Earth is a personal reflection of his pain and relentless reminiscing, giving voice to his loneliness and surrendering to mortality. Joining MTT for what Bernstein called Mahler's "greatest symphony," is Grammy Award-winner and "luminous standout" Sasha Cooke and powerhouse tenor and Principal Met Opera Artist Simon O'Neill.  THIS WEEK'S FEATURED FILMS! @ O-Cinema Miami Beach, 500 71 Street Multiple screenings June 2 - 7, 2017 Click image for more information. @ Miami Beach Cinematheque 1130 Washington Avenue Multiple screenings June 2 - 7, 2017  Click image for more  information.   Click image for more information. THIS MONTH!  The Colors of Miami Beach: Part 2  @ Art Deco Welcome Center, 1001 Ocean Drive May - August, 2017 This exhibit showcases the work of three gay men whose work is inspired by the colors and colorful lifestyles in Miami Beach. Leonard Horowitz is credited with creating the color palette that led to South Beach's revival. In addition to his design work he also produced art that reflected his love of Miami Beach. The two other artists in the show are Decio Sales-Filho and Will McGaul, who are both inspired by Miami Beach in their work. ABOUT MBCULTURE The Miami Beach Cultural Affairs Program, with guidance from the Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council, develops, coordinates and promotes the performing and visual arts groups in Miami Beach. To date, Cultural Affairs has awarded over $14 million in grants to diverse not-for-profit arts groups, which contribute so richly to the artistic landscape of the City, proving that the Council plays an integral leadership role in supporting, promoting and advocating the unique and extensive scope of cultural offerings in Miami Beach. For more events visit: www.mbculture.com

Welcome Back, Hunting Island!

Click here to view this email in your browser Special Edition: Hunting Island Reopens A Message from the Director - Welcome Back Old Friend It's been a long eight months for the South Carolina State Park Service, especially Hunting Island State Park. Read along here as Director Phil details his perspective on the impact of Hurricane Matthew on one of the state's most treasured assets.  The Latest on Hunting Island As the past few months have proven, Mother Nature is a powerful, dynamic force. The conditions at Hunting Island State Park are constantly changing. To keep up-to-date on the latest information, check out our website here. This page will continue to be updated over the coming months.  June Programs at Hunting Island Hunting Island is getting back into the swing of things, and that includes programs! Everything from fish printing to guided tours of the lighthouse can be found on this month's program schedule. Click here to find out more information about all the park has to offer this month! Staying at Hunting Island The cabin at Hunting Island has been fully renovated, and the campground at Hunting Island is scheduled to open in late June.  Did you know you can make reservations for these facilities up to 13 months out?  Click here to check availability and book your stay! Support Hunting Island A great way to help support Hunting Island State Park is to support the park's retail efforts- like this t-shirt that commemorates the lighthouse still standing strong after the storm. Click here or visit the Nature Center or lighthouse store to get your Hunting Island gear!

Can’t wait to see you!

June 2: The Jean P Jam Band FREE

	~presents~

	featuring THE JEAN P JAM BAND Friday June 2, 6 - 9 PM: FREE Normandy Fountain Normandy Drive & Rue Vendôme Miami Beach

	Jean Almatas (“Pokito”) is a talented singer/ songwriter, bringing to us deeply rooted music, who expands what we know as world music. The band has played in several Festivals such as Bob Marley fest, One Love Nutri fest, Bay Jama Fest in Islamorada in the Keys, and Grand Opening Big Nite in Little Haiti. Jean brings the essence of music to everyone from all ethnic backgrounds. Pokito calls his music "Rootsy Juicy." Table service is available from local restaurants. Music courtesy of KCC Productions. Click here for a video of the band at MOCA

Tito Puente, Jr at Arts Garage June 2-3

~Presents~ Tito Puente, Jr. and His Latin Jazz Ensemble Birthday Celebration! June 2 and 3 at 8 PM         Be prepared to mambo the night away as Tito Puente, Jr. brings his phenomenal band to Arts Garage. Tito is determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father, Tito Puente, Sr., Latin jazz Mambo King, and he does so with charm and grace. The comparison is inevitable – in his looks, his joy, and his music. Crowds who were lured to venues by his father now return to see his son and to once again participate in the high voltage celebration that takes place on stage. “A dazzling show filled with charisma, flair and all the right dance moves. His skill at playing, singing and dancing was undeniable… Tito Puente Jr. shined with a talent that was all his own.” -The Examiner “Tito Puente Jr. heats things up” -Fox News Tickets are $30-$40-$50 at artsgarage.org BRING YOUR OWN … WHATEVER! The theater boasts cabaret style table seating, where patrons can bring their own food and drinks, including alcohol. Music courtesy of KCC Productions Click here for a video of Tito

You're Invited: North Beach Yard Community Meeting

Join Us! Thursday, June 8, 2017

Hurricane Season is here, are you ready?

Hurricane Season: Plan and Prepare

The 2017 hurricane season officially begins today and runs through November 30.  Forecasters at NOAA's Climate Prediction Center say that the Atlantic could see another above-normal hurricane season this year. According to their predictions, there will be a 70 percent likelihood of 11 to 17 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 5 to 9 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 2 to 4 major hurricanes (Category 3, 4 or 5; winds of 111 mph or higher). An average season produces 12 named storms of which six become hurricanes, including three major hurricanes.  The City of Miami Beach wants to ensure the safety of all of its residents and visitors, and urges everyone to have a hurricane plan. The city is prepared - are you?       Download the 2017 Miami Beach Hurricane Guide for tips on how to stay safe this hurricane season, visit our hurricane webpage and watch our hurricane special below.