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The Key West Citizen

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Keys artist publishes new coffee-table book

Acclaimed Florida Keys-based fine art photographer Alan S. Maltz turns his artistic vision toward Florida’s past with his new coffee-table book, “Old Florida — An Artistic Interpretation.” The collection invites viewers to step back in time through a visual journey celebrating the state’s enduring landscapes, distinctive character and sense of place. The 132-page, large-format book is Maltz’s sixth devoted to Florida and reflects decades spent photographing the state, including his longtime home in the Florida Keys. Rather than simply documenting what Florida once looked like, “Old Florida” offers Maltz’s artistic interpretation of the places, moods and moments that continue to shape the state’s identity. Inspired by vintage Florida postcards and the work of the famed Florida Highwaymen, Maltz shifts away from his signature vivid color photography toward a nostalgic aesthetic. Using blended sepia tones and softened colors, he gives contemporary scenes the character of another era, blurring the line between past and present. “As an artist, I strive not just to capture what I see, but to reveal what I feel: the essence, or spirit, behind the image,” said Maltz. “With this new body of work, ‘Old Florida — An Artistic Interpretation,’ I’m paying tribute to a simpler, freer, less

Florida · 14h

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Long Beach Middle School Teacher Earns National Literary Scholarship

LONG BEACH (GG) — Long Beach Middle School (LBMS) English Language Arts teacher Kaitlin Cassity has been selected as one of just 17 educators nationwide to receive a Teacher & Librarian Scholarship to attend the 44th annual Key West Literary Seminar, January 7–10, 2027, in Key West, Florida. Cassity applied last summer for the highly competitive scholarship, which recognizes teachers and librarians who make a meaningful impact on readers in their schools and communities. In announcing this year’s recipients, organizers noted the many deserving applicants and the difficult decisions involved in selecting the scholarship winners.

Long Beach, MS · 2d
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Beer B Que Music Festival 2026 Returns to Lauderhill With Rick Ross, Kodak Black and More

Beer B Que Music Festival 2026 will bring together top hip-hop and dancehall artists, food vendors and local businesses for a day of music, barbecue and beer in Lauderhill. With Rick Ross, Kodak Black and Elephant Man leading the lineup, the festival will also introduce a new beer named in honor of the city, developed with local brewery Vibes Brews. The event will celebrate South Florida’s cultural diversity, local talent and community spirit.

Lauderhill, FL · 3d
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Boynton Beach: Mall down to final months of operation

Developer envisions homes, retail once sale is complete. The entrance sign shows some that remain and others that have left the Boynton Beach Mall. Tenants have been told to vacate by mid-January. Anne Geggis/The Coastal Star. By Anne Geggis. The fading letters on Boynton Beach Mall’s entrance monument faintly show...

Boynton Beach, FL · 1d
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From South Beach to Sunset Boulevard: ARGYRO’s “She’s So LA” Brings California Glamour Into Miami’s World of Beautiful Illusions

Denver-based singer-songwriter Scott Argiro delivers a cinematic pop-rock single exploring attraction, image, and the seductive power of reinvention, subjects that feel remarkably familiar beneath Miami’s neon lights. Miami and Los Angeles have always had something of a long-distance romance. Both cities sell sunshine as a lifestyle, beauty as currency,...

Miami, FL · 1d

Miami New Times

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Special movie screenings happening in Miami this November

From the stories making headlines to the restaurants, music and culture that make Miami one of a kind, New Times is there. Help us raise $25,000 by December 31 to keep independent local journalism going strong in 2027. Halloween may have come and gone, but there are plenty of monsters...

Miami, FL · 22h

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In 1926, the Tower Theater debuted as the finest entertainment house in the South; 100 years later, Miami Dade College returns to helm the iconic venue just in time for its centennial

Looming over Calle Ocho for generations, the Tower Theater is a cultural institution that needs no introduction. And as it prepares to celebrate 100 years this December, some major changes are coming to ensure the next century is just as vibrant as its first. Miami Dade College has returned to...

Miami, FL · 2d

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Coral Springs to Honor Veterans With Free Patriotic Concert, and Special Tribute

Coral Springs will honor local veterans and their families with a free Patriotic Community Concert featuring live music, food trucks and a special tribute to those who have served in the military. The event will take place Friday, Nov. 6, from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the City Hall Lawn,...

Coral Springs, FL · 2d

bocaratonobserver.com

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The_ Tequila Fest Returns This Weekend

An evening of tequila, mezcal, cocktails, food and live entertainment is set to take over Mizner Park Amphitheater as The _ Tequila Fest marks its fifth year on Nov. 7. More than 30 tequila, mezcal and agave brands are expected to participate, offering tastings throughout the evening. Guests can also sample dishes from more than 20 South Florida restaurants while moving between music performances, brand activations and other festival experiences across the venue. The music lineup includes sets by DJ GQ, Tasty Vibrations and Paul Anthony and The Reggae Souljahs.

Boca Raton, FL · 3d

Miami's Community News

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The Voice of South Florida: Laura Domínguez, Miami Beach Commissioner

Miami Beach Commissioner Laura Domínguez joins host Michael Gongora to talk city priorities and break down the 2026 election results across South Florida. The post The Voice of South Florida: Laura Domínguez, Miami Beach Commissioner appeared first on Miami’s Community News .

Miami Beach, FL · 1d

Music Times

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Donny Osmond Sets Crazy Horses 2027 Summer Tour From Fort Lauderdale to Salt Lake City

Donny Osmond Sets Crazy Horses 2027 Summer Tour From Fort Lauderdale to Salt Lake City. Details, confirmed dates and what readers should.

Fort Lauderdale, FL · 17h

Billboard

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Sonesta International Hotels Brings Exclusive Access to Billboard Latin Week

Miami got even hotter when Billboard Latin Music Week brought together some of the most influential voices shaping the future of Latin music. With over 100 guests featured on the lineup, the programming invited attendees to celebrate culture across the Latin diaspora. The exclusive conversations and star-studded performances were well worth travelling for — and Sonesta International Hotels helped fans take their experience to the next level. Cher Hits Michael Douglas With Kindness After Actor's 'Moonstruck' Oscar Diss Louis Mateo Polo and Marlon Mar at Billboard En Vivo presented by Sonesta International Hotels. Brandon Todd Billboard En Vivo, presented by Sonesta International Hotels, brought the energy to Wynwood Marketplace for an unforgettable night. The lineup featured Jay Wheeler, Zhamira, and Conep, and included lots of singing along and dancing from the crowd. Conep performs onstage at Billboard En Vivo presented by Sonesta International Hotels Christopher Polk But for Sonesta Travel Pass members, the experience went beyond the stage: an exclusive Sonesta Travel Pass Lounge offered an intimate, private space right on the grounds, giving members a place to take a break from the sold-out crowd while staying close to all the action. It was the perfect way to enjoy the

Miami, FL · 1d

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Margaret Atwood, Colson Whitehead and Tony Shalhoub among 500 authors featured at nation’s longest-running literary festival in Miami this November

It’s that time of year again when downtown Miami transforms into a readers’ paradise as it hosts the longest-running literary festival in the U.S.: the Miami Book Fair! Whether you’re looking to meet Pulitzer-winning novelists, catch your favorite celebrities or just grab a cocktail and enjoy some live local music, this eight-day festival is stacked with nearly 500 authors from around the globe.

Miami, FL · 1d

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Boynton Beach: CRA gives new future to an old sign

The city plans to preserve this sign and make it part of a future addition at Harvey E. Oyer Jr. Park. The Coastal Star. A landmark Boynton Beach building, which dates to the 1920s and until recently was home to Hurricane Alley, is set to be demolished. But one piece of history from the downtown building won’t be headed to the landfill.

Boynton Beach, FL · 1d

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Miami Beach Stage Reveals Gandhi's Secret Jewish Confidant in World Premiere

A new two-person play opening this week at Miami Beach's Colony Theatre digs into a little-known chapter of Mahatma Gandhi's life: his decades-long friendship with Hermann Kallenbach, a Lithuanian-born Jewish architect who became his closest companion, housemate, and benefactor in South Africa. Gandhi and the Jew, written by Harley Elias, runs November 5 through 29 and marks the world premiere production from Miami New Drama, kicking off the company's 10th anniversary season.

Miami Beach, FL · 1d

Miami New Times

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Gwar’s Blöthar talks metal and mayhem ahead of Fort Lauderdale show

"Believe it or not the great Blöthar the Berserker was once a humble altar boy." From the stories making headlines to the restaurants, music and culture that make Miami one of a kind, New Times is there. Help us raise $25,000 by December 31 to keep independent local journalism going strong in 2027.

Fort Lauderdale, FL · 1d

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GroundUP’s 2027 Miami Beach Festival Sets Three Days of Snarky Puppy and Guest Acts

The festival begins Friday, March 12, with a benefit for the GroundUP Music Foundation, separate from the public performances scheduled for March 13 and 14. Attendance is capped at 150, and the event is set to include rehearsals, cocktails, dinner with artists and private performances, including a Snarky Puppy set, according to Relix. Miami New Times reports that benefit tickets cost $494 plus fees and are tax-deductible.

Miami Beach, FL · 2d

golfincmagazine.com

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How golf courses are rewriting the recipe for club dining

A hot dog still has its place on the golf course. But at Broken Sound Club in Boca Raton, Florida, a member can start the day with fresh juice near the tennis courts, return for sushi and dumplings at dinner or sign up for a hands-on cooking class. “On Mondays,...

Boca Raton, FL · 1d

wlrn.org

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Miami Beach to host annual Veterans Day parade and celebration along Ocean Drive on Nov. 11

The City of Miami Beach will host its 18th annual Veterans Day parade on Nov. 11, beginning at 11:11 a.m. along Ocean Drive from Fifth to 15th streets. In partnership with Veterans of Foreign Wars Miami Beach Post 3559, the event will feature veteran and military groups, marching bands, musical and dance performances, local businesses and community organizations.

Miami Beach, FL · 2d