Welcome to our monthly GMCVB Multicultural Tourism and Development e-newsletter!
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Welcome to our monthly GMCVB Multicultural Tourism and Development e-newsletter! This newsletter consists of GMCVB collaborations, business relief efforts and resources available on a local and national level. In addition, it contains past department activities and upcoming in-person and virtual events in Greater Miami and The Beaches. |
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7th Annual Art of Black Miami Kick-Off Virtual Experience - Program Replay Available |
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On Monday, November 30th, the GMCVB hosted a Virtual Kick-Off showcasing the Art of Black Miami art season. The evening event featured a conversation with nationally known award winning poet, activist and educator Nikki Giovanni moderated by Vice President of Multicultural & Tourism & Development, Connie Kinnard. The Art of Black Miami Virtual Kick-Off highlighted the artistic diversity of exhibitions, events and activations (virtual and in-person) happening in Miami’s heritage neighborhoods and communities throughout Miami’s Art Season and Art, Culture & Heritage Months. For up-to-date happening throughout the season and beyond visit Art of Black Miami. |
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Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce Christmas Gala |
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The Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce will virtually host its 15th Annual Holiday Gala on Saturday, December 12, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. The event will be hosted by entertainer and comedian Bill Bellamy. The virtual experience's theme is To Miami With Love: Our City, Our Time, Our Business, and is a black-tie affair. |
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Miami Arts, Culture & Heritage Months begins December 1, 2020 through January 31, 2021. |
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Celebrating the destination’s rich neighborhoods, Miami Arts, Culture & Heritage Months places a spotlight on the culturally diverse communities. Greater Miami and the Beaches is providing locals and visitors with pleasing ways to experience and immerse themselves in the destination’s cultural gems, including special offers from museums, theaters, art exhibits, art galleries and more. |
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Enjoy a Jazz Holiday at the Ancient Spanish Monastery featuring Nestor Torres |
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Celebrate the holidays on December 13th at 7:00 p.m. with the Ancient Spanish Monastery and celebrity Latin Grammy Award winning Flautist, Nestor Torres. In-person VIP Tickets are available to enjoy an evening outdoors with plenty of food and an open bar. If you prefer a virtual experience, you can enjoy the show from your home as well. |
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RELIEF GRANTS, LOANS AND RESOURCES |
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RISE Miami-Dade Announces New Requirements & Deadline To Push Distribution of Millions in CARES Act Funds |
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RISE Miami-Dade, the County-backed small-business relief loan fund, announces relaxed eligibility requirements, improved terms, new deadline to push distribution of millions in CARES Act funds before end of year. New deadline to apply is December 20th! |
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HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY & EDUCATION |
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2 Barstools and a Knife |
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Have a listen to episodes of 2 Barstools and a Knife, free, on demand. 2 Spirits professors and a chef talking about what's going on in the hospitality industry; then, now, and in the future! This week the guys are joined by the CEO & President of Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, Mr. Wayne Chaplin. |
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Art of Black Miami Cover Competition |
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Congratulations to the 2020 Art of Black Miami Cover Competition Winner, photography artist Dennis Manuel with piece titled ‘Grace Jones In London.’ Each year MIA Magazine and the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau host an Art of Black Miami Cover Competition edition open to all visual artists working and living in Greater Miami. Check out the M•I•A Magazine Art of Black 2020 issue by miamediagrp - issuu. |
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Small Business Entrepreneurs complete Training to Help Them Thrive |
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Congratulations to the Miami Bayside Foundation 2020 Fall small business graduating class. On Thursday, November 19th , 32 small businesses completed their 15-session fall entrepreneurial training led by industry professionals in various business subject areas. |
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Bright Lights Miami |
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Virginia Key Beach Park Trust presents Bright Lights Miami, an immersive lights and laser sensory experience that physically guides the audience along a fixed course of dynamically designed audiovisual installations. |
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VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES - MUSEUM TOURS, EXHIBITS, ART TALKS AND MORE |
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Historic Hampton House Launches Live Music and Film Series |
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The Historic Hampton House in Liberty City has launched a music and film series, each celebrating African American tradition. The upcoming show on December 11, Divas & Divo 1, will feature Greater Miami's singers and musicians - Carole Ann Taylor, Aniye Strachan, Leesa Richards, Brenda Alford, Nikki Kidd, Nicole Yarling and Wendy Pedersen, together with vocalist LeNard Rutledge and saxophonist and singer Jesse Jones Jr. Click here for more information. |
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CONVENTIONS, LEISURE & TRAVEL |
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GMCVB Travel Industry Sales Team Hosts Arts, Heritage & Culture Travel Advisor FAM |
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In partnership with the Eden Roc Miami Beach, the GMCVB Travel Industry Sales Team hosted six (6) US-based travel advisors for an Arts, Heritage & Culture-focused FAM, December 3-5. These travel advisors participated in arts, cultural and heritage experiences in Little Havana, Overtown, Little Haiti, Wynwood, the Design District and Miami Beach. |
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HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE GMCVB |
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THE MULTICULTURAL TOURISM & DEVELOPMENT TEAM |
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Connie Kinnard |
Vice President, Muilticultural & Tourism Development 305/539-3123 |
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Petra Brennan |
Director, Tourism Business Enhancement 305/539-3126 |
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Pam Payano |
Senior Manager, Program Development 305/539-3097 |
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Herlinda Lombardi |
Coordinator, Multicultural Tourism and Development 305/539-3128 |
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This newsletter is provided by the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau.You have previously expressed an interest in Miami, Florida. We hope you will enjoy these communications about the great deals, new attractions and exciting events taking place in Miami. |
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