Wednesday, June 19, 2013

The American Black Film Festival

The American Black Film Festival kicks off at the Ritz Carlton, welcoming a diverse program of screenings, workshops, discussions, and parties. 1 Lincoln Rd.; abff.com

Saturday, June 22, 2013

Nicole Henry at the Overtown Rhythm & Arts Festival

Local songstress Nicole Henry and saxophonist Earnest Walker, Jr. headline the third annual Overtown Rhythm & Arts Festival. The event nods the area's rich cultural history as a hub for legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington. The all-day festivities are open to the public.  N.W. 3rd Ave., Between 9th and 11th St.; overtownfestival.com/

Sunday, June 23, 2013

Marisa Monte at The Fillmore

Brazilian songstress Marisa Monte lands at The Fillmore for two nights. Her Miami appearance is one of two US city tour stops. Tickets begin at $48.50, show starts at 8 p.m. 1700 Washington Ave., 305-673-7300; fillmoremb.com/

Monday, June 24, 2013

Philipp Meyer Talks 'The Son'

Author Philipp Meyer talks about his new novel The Son at Books & Books Coral Gables (8 p.m.) The Son follows an ambitious Texas family fighting for territorial power in 1849.  265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; booksandbooks.com/event/phillip-meyer-son-gables

Wednesday, June 26, 2013

The Americana Festival of Music

Bob Dylan and His Band headline the Americana Festival of Music at the Cruzan Amphitheatre (5:30 p.m.). Fellow acts include Wilco, My Morning Jacket, and Bob Weir. Tickets begin at $25. 601-7 Sansbury Way, West Palm Beach, 561-795-8883

Thursday, June 27, 2013

Juanes Performs at the HRL

International superstar Juanes takes over the Hard Rock Live. Show starts at 8 p.m., tickets begin at $64. 5747 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-797-5531; hardrocklivehollywoodfl.com/

Irie Weekend Hits Miami

DJ Irie's 9th Annual Irie Weekend festivities kick off with a private party at the SLS Hotel. The four-day affair raises money for the Irie Foundation. irieweekend.com/

Summer Shorts Closing Weekend

Summer Shorts hosts it closing weekend at the Adrienne Arsht Center's Carnival Studio Theater.  The 90-minute performances have been penned by some of the country's top talents, including winners of the City Theatre's National Short Play Competition. Tickets are $35 with the exception of Saturday night's showing, which are $40 each.  1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-949 6722; arshtcenter.org/tickets/calendar/view.aspx?id=12487

Friday, June 28, 2013

Hot Nights, Cool Jazz at the Bass Museum of Art

This annual four-week contemporary jazz series lures music lovers indoors. Programming begins tonight (7-9 p.m.) with trumpet player Paul Ayick, and continues every other Friday through August 9. Admission is free for members and $10 for non members.  2100 Collins Ave., 305-673-7530; bassmuseum.org/event/hot-nights-cool-jazz-friday-june-28th/

Jazz at the MOCA with Manuel Valera

The Museum of Contemporary Art's (MOCA) free outdoor concert series welcomes Manuel Valera at 8 p.m. MOCA's galleries are also open by donation from 7-10 p.m. Concerts go on rain or shine.  770 N.E. 125th St., North Miami, 305-893-6211; 

mocanomi.org/category/programs/jazz-at-moca/

 

IHeartRadio Pool Party Weekend

The IHeartRadio Pool Party continues the Fontainebleau's BleauLive summer music series with performances by Pitbull, Ke$ha, AfroJack, Icona Pop, and Krewella. Packages start at $479 per night with a minimum three night stay required. 4441 Collins Ave.; iheartradio.com/ultimatecontests/poolparty/

Saturday, June 29, 2013

Daniel Tosh at The Fillmore

Comedian Daniel Tosh hosts two shows on the same night at The Fillmore. Catch him at 7 p.m. or 9:30 p.m.; tickets start at $59.75 each. 1700 Washington Ave., 305-673-7300; fillmoremb.com/

Monday, July 1, 2013

Miami Spa Month

The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau welcomes Miami Spa Month, which actually takes place over two months (July & August). Grab a girlfriend and indulge in unbelievable deals at spas across the county. 

miamispamonth.com/participants.htm

 

Wednesday, July 3, 2013

Steve Aoki at Story

EDM superstar Steve Aoki jumpstarts the holiday celebrations at Story Nightclub. Tickets begin at $40. 136 Collins Ave.; story.wantickets.com/Events/129498/Steve-Aoki-STORY/

Sunday, July 7, 2013

SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch at Riverwalk

Taking place the first Sunday of every month (11 a.m.-2 p.m.), this free event packs some the area's best jazz artists onto three stages. Attendees can bring lawn chairs to picnic or stroll Ft. Lauderdale's Riverwalk as music fills the area between Esplanade Park and the Las Olas Riverfront. Esplanade Park, 401 S.W. 2nd St., Ft. Lauderdale; fortlauderdale.gov/events/jazzbrunch/jazzbrunch.htm

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

The Mrs. Carter World Tour

Beyoncé's record-breaking tour takes over the AmericanAirlines Arena. The show kicks off at 8 p.m., tickets begin at $60. 601 Biscayne Blvd.; ticketmaster.com/the-mrs-carter-show-world-tour-miami-florida-07-10-2013/event/0D004A3FC21D7AA6

Thursday, July 11, 2013

Guitarist Pepe Romero Performs

Critically acclaimed guitarist Pepe Romero performs as part of the Coral Gables Community Arts Program. Tickets begin at $30, show starts at 7 p.m. 3010 De Soto Blvd., Coral Gables; 

communityartsprogram.org/concert-tickets/pepe-romero/

 

Kathy Griffin at the HRL

The hilariously unfiltered Kathy Griffin takes her no-holds comedy style to the Hard Rock Live. Tickets begin at $51, show starts at 8 p.m. 5747 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-797-5531; hardrocklivehollywoodfl.com/

Thursday, July 18, 2013

Cedric "The Entertainer"

Comedian and movie star Cedric "The Entertainer" does a standup set at the Hard Rock Live. Tickets start at $49, show starts at 8 p.m. 5747 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-797-5531; hardrocklivehollywoodfl.com/

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim returns to The Raleigh for five days of trend-setting swimwear shows. The annual affair brings with it a bevy of pop-up events, parties, and poolside soirées. 1775 Collins Ave.; miami.mbfashionweek.com/schedule

Friday, July 19, 2013

Dave Matthews Band

The cult-favorite band brings its annual nationwide tour to the Cruzan Amphitheatre for two nights this July.  601 Sansburys Way, West Palm Beach, 561-422-1658; cruzanamphitheatre.net/

Sunday, July 21, 2013

"From Picasso to Koons" Closes

This is the final day to peruse the Bass Museum of  Art's exhibit, “From Picasso to Koons: The Artist As Jeweler.” The 200 plus piece collection showcases jewelry and wearable works from more than 135 artists, including Pablo Picasso, Roy Lichtenstein, Jeff Koons, Salvador Dalí, and Yoko Ono. 2100 Collins Ave., 786-357-6752; 

bassmuseum.org/art/from-picasso-to-koons-the-artist-as-jeweler/