The cookbook author and media personality discusses and signs her latest work, The Flavors of the Florida Keys, on Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 7:30 p.m. She appears at Books and Books Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour.
Monthly Archive: January 2011
Jan 31 2011
Book talk on The Jewels of Happiness
On Monday, Jan. 31, at 8 p.m., there will be a discussion of the work by Sri Chinmoy, who led the Peace Meditations at the United Nations. The book addresses themes including joy, patience and humility and includes exercises. Books and Books is at 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables.
Jan 31 2011
Free Film Tuesdays
The Miami Tower Film Series continues on Tuesday, Feb. 1, with a double feature. At 6 p.m. see Seven Samurai, followed by The Magnificent Seven at 8:15. Both will be shown for free in the 19th floor auditorium of the Miami Tower, 100 SE Second St. Click here for more information.
Jan 30 2011
BOGO cone coupon for Baskin-Robbins
Baskin-Robbins is celebrating reaching its 2 millionth Facebook fan by offering all the ice cream store’s fans a chance to get two cones for the price of one. To get the buy one, get one free deal, print out the coupon from the Facebook page and take it to a participating …
Jan 30 2011
Coupon for 50% off at T.G.I. Friday’s
Here’s a deal from T.G.I. Friday’s: Buy one entrée and print out this coupon to get a second entrée for 50 percent off. The coupon is valid through Feb. 8 at participating locations. It can’t be used for the three-course menu or combined with other offers.
Jan 30 2011
Weekday lunch deal
Monday through Friday, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Il Grissino offers a three-course lunch for $12. Choose fish, meat or pasta and dessert. Il Grissino’s phone number is 305 461 3391. The restaurant is located at 127 Giralda Ave., Coral Gables.
Jan 29 2011
Free legal advice on Wednesday
The Dade County Bar Association offers free legal advice by phone from 6 to 9 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month. To speak to a lawyer, call 866-596-0399. Volunteer lawyers participating in the Legal Line program will answer simple legal questions, give brief advice or make referrals to social service agencies. Also …
Jan 29 2011
Book talk by James Zogby
On Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 7 p.m., Dr. James Zogby discusses his book Arab Voices: What They Are Saying to Us, and Why it Matters. Zogby is founder and president of the Arab American Institute and an adviser with the polling firm Zogby International. He appears on Miami-Dade College’s Wolfson Campus, in the auditorium (Building …
Jan 28 2011
Live music at Calder Casino
On Saturday, Jan. 29, from 10:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., enjoy the reggae sounds of Bradley Brown on Calder Casino’s Center Stage. He’ll perform as part of the casino’s one-year anniversary celebration. No cover. Calder Casino and Race Course is at 21001 NW 27 Ave., Miami Gardens.
Jan 28 2011
Wine and cheese sampling
On Saturdays from noon to 3 p.m. you can try wines and cheeses at Whole Foods Market Pinecrest. Learn about flavors, textures and how to put wines and cheeses together. The store is at 11701 S. Dixie Hwy., Pinecrest.
Jan 28 2011
Teen Fridays at Pinecrest Gardens
On Friday, Jan. 28, at 7:30 p.m., the gardens hosts its teen event featuring a DJ, hot pizza and a movie for $7. Hot dogs, popcorn and soft drinks will be available for purchase. The film is Dinner for Schmucks, rated PG. Pinecrest Gardens is at 11000 Red Rd., Pinecrest.
Jan 28 2011
Coral Gables Farmers Market
On Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Coral Gables City Hall hosts a farmers market. In addition to the usual vegetables, fruits and baked goods, you’ll find plants and flowers for sale. There will also be classes and workshops, including activities for children. Click here for a schedule. It happens outside City Hall, …
Jan 27 2011
Nadia Dajani joins staged reading cast
SoBe Arts announces the addition of Nadia Dajani to the cast of its staged readings of Acapulco. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 30, and Monday, Jan. 31, in the Little Stage theater. The play is the work of TV writer Jacquelyn Reingold and also stars Evan Handler. The readings are free. SoBe Arts …