Other Fun Stuff

SWWIM Poetry Reading & Conversation with Nicole Cooley and Caroline Cabrera Presented by The Betsy Hotel

Join us for a poetry reading with Nicole Cooley and Caroline Cabrera at The Betsy-South Beach Library. Hosted by SWWIM as part of an ongoing series. ABOUT NICOLE COOLEY: Nicole Cooley grew up in New Orleans and is the author of seven books of poems, most recently Of Marriage (Alice James Books 2018) and Girl after Girl after Girl (LSU Press 2017), as well as the forthcoming Mother Water Ash (LSU Press 2024). She has also published two chapbooks and a novel. She has received a National Endowment for the Arts Grant, a fellowship from The American Antiquarian Society and the Walt Whitman Award from the Academy of American Poets. Her poems have appeared most recently in Poetry, DIODE, and Scoundrel Time . She is working on a new collection of poems titled Trash . She teaches in the MFA Program in Creative Writing and Literary Translation at Queens College, The City University of New York. ABOUT CAROLINE CABRERA: Caroline Cabrera is the author of the lyric essay collection, (lack begins as a tiny rumble) from Tinderbox Editions, as well as three poetry collections, Saint X (winner of the Hudson Prize from Black Lawrence Press), The Bicycle Year, and Flood Bloom , and two chapbooks, The Coma of the Comet (winner of the Burnside Review chapbook contest) and Dear Sensitive Beard (Dancing Girl Press). She holds an MFA in Poetry from The University of Massachusetts. She serves as Artistic Director for O, Miami.

2024 Miami Book Fair Presented by Miami Book Fair @ Miami Dade College

The 41st edition of the nation’s largest and finest literary gathering, Miami Book Fair at Miami Dade College, will take place November 17-24, at the college’s Wolfson Campus in downtown Miami. The famed Street Fair runs Friday, November 22, through Sunday, November 24, and will host close to 500 presenting authors, as well as 150 exhibitors from around the world.

FilmGate Fusion: Bugs & the Macabre Presented by FilmGate

Get ready for a groundbreaking collaboration between FilmGate Miami and the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science that delves into the convergence of science, technology, and art. Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring dome experiences in the Frost Planetarium, a fusion of cutting-edge tech and mind-blowing artistry that breaks down barriers, welcoming everyone to join in and learn.

An Evening With Ta-Nehisi Coates in Conversation With Leonard Pitts, Jr. Presented by Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts and Books & Books

Ta-Nehisi Coates returns to the Arsht Center to discuss his new book, The Message, in which he travels to Senegal, Palestine and South Carolina to map the distance between nationalist myths and historical and contemporary realities. Leonard Pitts, Jr., a nationally syndicated columnist and winner of the 2004 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary, will moderate the discussion. The book will be published October 1 by Penguin Random House. Coates is also the author of the essay collection We Were Eight Years in Power: An American Tragedy (which includes the groundbreaking 2014 essay “The Case for Reparations”), the memoir The Beautiful Struggle and a series of Black Panther graphic novels for Marvel.

Free Japanese Festival Presented by Friends of the Japanese Garden

This Free Family Festival includes Shichi-Go-San 7-5-3 Ceremony for kids, Japanese Music, Sushi making demonstration, Ikebana demonstration, Martial Arts demonstration and more. Food and drinks available for sale. WHAT: Free Japanese Cultural Festival WHEN: November 3, 2024 WHERE: Miami Japanese Garden, 1101 MacArthur Causeway, Watson Island, Miami Fl 33139 WEB: http://friendsofjapanesegarden.com INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/miami_japan_garden/ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/MiamiJapaneseGarden

Founder's Day Cookout Presented by City of Miami Black Police Precinct & Courthouse Museum

Founder's Day Annual Celebration The First Five Officers to serve Black Miami - Overtown, Liberty City, and Coconut Grove were sworn in as Patrolmen in 1944, 80 years ago. We are celebrating with a 2-day event this year. Join us for a family reunion-style day full of food, music, games, and moments to share your stories and the history of Overtown—free self-guided museum tours.

SWWIM: Poetry Reading & Conversation with Jordan Pérez and Alexandra Lytton Regalado Presented by The Betsy Hotel

Join us for a reading and conversation with award-winning poets Alexandra Lytton Regalado and Jordan Pérez. Following their reading, the poets will pose questions to one other, as well as field questions from moderator Laura Villareal, who will identify resonances and unifying themes across their work. There will also be a Q & A with the audience. This event is presented in special collaboration with Letras Latinas. Letras Latinas, the literary initiative at the Institute for Latino Studies (ILS), strives to enhance the visibility, appreciation and study of Latinx literature both on and off the campus of the University of Notre Dame. They put an emphasis on programs that support newer voices, foster a sense of community among writers, and place Latinx writers in community spaces. They will be celebrating its 20th anniversary throughout calendar year 2024. Presented in partnership with SWWIM. Part of an ongoing series of poetry readings on Miami Beach.

MOAD and Ema Ri Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Presented by Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC

MOAD and Ema Ri will host a community celebration in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month on MDC’s Padrón Campus in the heart of Little Havana. The evening will feature a reception with live music followed by an interactive and expressive artmaking activity. This event will honor and recognize the innumerable achievements of communities with Hispanic heritage. Refreshments will be served. Free self-parking is available on a first come, first serve basis. The Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC may document the event, including its attendees. By entering the area, and/or participating in the event, you consent to the recording and its use in any form. MOAD's programs are made possible with the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor, and Board of County Commissioners. They are sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Miami Herald is a media sponsor of MOAD's programming. This event is free with advance registration.

The Hive Day Presented by The Hive

Welcome to The Hive Day! Join us at the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami for a day filled with creativity, inspiration, and community to celebrate The Hive Day - our one year anniversary of our North Miami launch. This event is your chance to connect with fellow creative teens, explore unique exhibits, and participate in hands-on workshops and activities. Whether you're a teen looking to create or a community member looking to support our youth, there's something for everyone at The Hive Day. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant creative scene of North Miami and celebrate with us!

BIMS Sweeps the Beach & BioBlitz Presented by Historic Virginia Key Beach Park

Get ready for a fun, impactful day at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park with Black in Marine Science and the Plastic Free Cities partners, Ocean Conservancy, Debris Free Oceans, and Big Blue & You! From 12-2pm, we will host a Plastic Free Cities workshop in the park office. Plastic Free Cities is a NOAA-funded program that helps youth to stop plastic pollution in their own neighborhoods by empowering them with the skills to assist local businesses in reducing waste! Join us to become a junior sustainability consultant, plastic pollution expert, and youth leader! You will learn about the importance of preventing plastic at its source, and how to help your favorite restaurants do just that. Then from 2-4pm, we will host a barbeque and prep for the beach cleanup. These activities are limited to ~30 participants so make sure to reserve a PFC Workshop & BBQ ticket when registering on Eventbrite. Then we will do a beach cleanup & BioBlitz as the sun starts to set, from 4-6pm! Help remove marine debris, collect trash data, and collect sediment samples for the Black in Marine Science team to analyze for biodiversity. This portion of the day is open to ~150 people, and walk ups are welcome! But please still register for the Cleanup on Eventbrite to help us have an accurate headcount for gear needs. If you have any questions or need any disability accommodations, reach out to maddie@debrisfreeoceans.org

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