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Welcome to the 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 a sampling of past department activities and upcoming in-person and virtual events in Greater Miami and Miami Beach.
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Celebrate Black History Month in Greater Miami & Miami Beach
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| Join the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) as we celebrate Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by Black Americans and Black Culture in the U.S and in Miami-Dade. The GMCVB has a dedicated section highlighting some of the best events celebrating Black History Month. We encourage visitors and residents to immerse yourself in music, food, dance, history and art throughout the destination. The Miami-Dade County Black Affairs Advisory Board (BAAB) also has a listing of community events paying homage to the African American Diaspora for Black History Month. Click here for more information. |
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Melton Mustafa Jazz Festival
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| Get ready to jazz it up from February 22-25 at the 27th annual Melton Mustafa Jazz Festival held at the Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater in Historic Overtown. Flash your jazz hands and groove to the beat with an impressive lineup of jazz musicians. Whether you're a seasoned pro or part of an enthusiastic high school or college band, this festival is the perfect gathering for musicians of all levels and jazz enthusiasts to come together, learn, and immerse themselves in the vibrant world of live jazz. More information can be found here. |
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South Beach Wine and Food Festival
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| Join celebrity chefs and culinary personalities as they take to the sands of South Beach for Miami’s biggest and widely recognized as one of the country’s most prestigious gourmet gatherings. Key events like the Overtown Eat-Up and the Cook-Out will elevate the diversity of the culinary industry nationally and in Miami-Dade. Net proceeds benefit the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University. Click here for complete details. |
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Celebrate Lunar New Year in Miami
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Celebrate Lunar New Year in Miami and welcome the year of the Dragon by sampling lucky foods, viewing lion dances and receiving traditional red envelopes. The Lunar New Year is celebrated for multiple days and is one of the most important celebrations of the year among East and Southeast Asian cultures, including Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean communities, among others. For ideas as to what to do to celebrate the Lunar New year, click here.
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GMCVB Networking Breakfast Celebrating Black History Month at The Wolfsonian - Florida International University
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Join us for a special networking breakfast as we celebrate Black History Month at The Wolfsonian - Florida International University, featuring the exhibit Silhouettes: Image and Word in the Harlem Renaissance. After the breakfast, there will be an opportunity to explore the Museum! In addition, all guests who participate will have a chance to win fun prizes. Click here to register for this event on February 27.
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NoMi Music Festival
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You are invited to gather under the stars for a night of R&B excellence that includes Johnny Gill and Ralph Tresvant. Each February, the City of North Miami (NoMi) hosts their highly anticipated signature old-school music event of the year: NoMi Fest! This event attracts thousands of visitors, music lovers, and community movers & shakers who relish this annual outdoor experience showcasing the best in local food, music, and entertainment. The 2024 festival returns to Cagni Park on February 24. Click here for more details.
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Eleventh Anniversary of Art + Soul
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| Don’t miss the Pérez Art Museum Miami's Eleventh Anniversary Art + Soul, celebrating the Fund for Black Art. Come support the Fund and enjoy an evening of art, cocktails, music and dancing under the stars. Join us to pay tribute to artists whose creations leave a lasting imprint on the community, and revel in the anticipation as we reveal the latest acquisitions. On February 10, celebrate this year's honoree curator and activist Mashonda Tifrere. Click here for more details. . |
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| Shen Yun 2024: China Before Communism |
Immerse yourself in the opulent cultural history of Ancient China as Shen Yun 2024: China Before Communism graces the stage at the Arsht Center for six enchanting performances from February 21 to February 25. With a live orchestra harmonizing Chinese and Western instruments, this dance spectacular by Shen Yun brings to life China's diverse legacy of heroes, myths, and folk traditions through classical Chinese dance, accomplished vocalists, breathtaking costumes, and cutting-edge backdrops. Click to learn more here.
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| Muhammad Ali Historical Timeline |
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Join the Washington Avenue Business Improvement District (BID) in commemorating the 60th Anniversary of Muhammad Ali's inaugural Heavyweight title triumph over Sonny Liston—a historic moment that unfolded right on Washington Avenue. To pay tribute to Ali's unparalleled legacy, the Washington Avenue BID, in collaboration with HistoryMiami Museum, presents the Muhammad Ali Historical Timeline. This temporary tribute exhibition offers a comprehensive insight into the life of Muhammad Ali. It will run from February 23 to April 1. Click here for more.
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| Enroll Now! Miami Bayside Foundation Small Business Training |
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Enrollment for the Miami Bayside Foundation's Small Business Workshop is now open! The program runs from February 27 through March 28. The 16-session online workshop is geared towards helping business owners sharpen their entrepreneurial skills while learning how to prepare to access capital. Participating small businesses will complete workshop training led by industry professionals. The program is supported by the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau's Tourism Business Enhancement Initiative with the mission to advocate, support, and strengthen the economic sustainability and access of multicultural communities and heritage-related businesses within the Greater Miami & Miami Beach as part of the efforts of the Multicultural Tourism & Development Department. To learn more about this training opportunity and the application process email Petra Brennan.
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| The Wolfsonian - Florida International University Presents Silhouettes: Image and Word in the Harlem Renaissance |
The flourishing of literary, visual, and musical arts between the 1920s and '40s known as the Harlem Renaissance projected a new picture of Black life to the world. On display at Florida International University's The Wolfsonian through June, Silhouettes: Image and Word in the Harlem Renaissance shows how artists associated with the movement asserted pride in black life and identity, a rising consciousness of inequality and discrimination, and interest in the rapidly changing modern world.
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RESOURCES, GRANTS & LOANS
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| City of Doral Vendor & Business Fair |
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The City of Doral wants to do business with local vendors! Join us at the Doral Cultural Arts Center on February 8 for an exciting day of networking and collaboration at the Doral Vendor and Business Fair. This event provides an opportunity for vendors to learn how to register and do business with the City, as well as foster connections with City departments and promote local economic growth. Participants will enjoy informative presentations from key City staff that will highlight topics including grants, sponsorships, how to register as a City vendor, and much more. Click here for more information.
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| Miami's Ultimate Cultural Event - Mosaic Marketplace! |
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On February 3, embark on a cultural journey at the inaugural Mosaic Marketplace Festival, located in the vibrant heart of Miami's Little Haiti neighborhood. As we honor Black History Month, Mosaic Marketplace proudly introduces a distinctive street festival that seamlessly blends global traditions with the local spirit of community. This event goes beyond being a festival; it's a platform where art, music, food, and crafts converge to celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures in South Florida and beyond. Click here for more information.
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BLACK HOSPITALITY INITIATIVE
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| Black Hospitality Initiative Education Career Tour at Miami International Airport |
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The Greater Miami Convention & Visitor Bureau's (GMCVB) Black Hospitality Initiative (BHI) and Miami International Airport (MIA) Protocol & International Affairs Division partnered to host an educational tour and seminar held at MIA for over forty students attending Booker T. Washington Senior High School's Academy of Hospitality and Tourism, Future Leaders of Hospitality and Tourism, a youth organization in Historic Overtown and Liberty City and BHI Scholarship recipients enrolled in Aviation Administration at Florida Memorial University and Miami Dade College. There was an outstanding workshop/seminar on career opportunities in the aviation sector. The workshop was followed by a dynamic Open Forum and Q&A with the students.
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CONVENTIONS, LEISURE & TRAVEL
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Florida Huddle
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You want to be a part of the upcoming Florida Huddle, happening at the Miami Beach Convention Center from February 4 to 6! This event stands as Florida's leading trade show for tour operators and wholesalers worldwide, presenting the extensive attractions of the Sunshine State. Consistent with previous years, Florida Encounter (serving the meetings industry) and Florida Huddle (serving the international travel trade industry) will be held concurrently. Don't let the opportunity pass you by! Click here for more information.
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HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY & EDUCATION
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| Miami Begins with Me with LGBTQ+ Diversity & Inclusion Training |
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Enroll in the Miami Begins with Me LGBTQ+ Diversity & Inclusion course presented by the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau. This complimentary training program is designed to equip the tourism industry in Greater Miami and Miami Beach with tailored strategies for effectively engaging LGBTQ+ customers. The course delves into the impact of preconceptions related to gender and sexual orientation on customer service practices. Through examining these assumptions, participants gain fresh insights and actionable steps to foster authentic and inclusive experiences for all visitors. Join us on February 22 at Superblue for this informative course! To register, click here.
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enjoy special offers all year long!
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A staycation or night out in Greater Miami & Miami Beach is a wonderful idea – and thanks to local Miami deals and special offers, it doesn’t have to be an expensive one, either. From exclusive discounts at Miami’s best hotels and attractions to deals at top restaurants, reduced-priced tours and more, there are so many ways to be budget-conscious and explore Miami with less stress on your wallet.
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| GET SOCIAL WITH US |
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Share Using #MULTICULTURALMIAMI
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@VISITMIAMI
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This is what #MiamiBeach looks like every night of every week of every month 📆😍 #FindYourWave
( 📸: @kouspic)
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Viewing the sunset from #MiamiBeach is a daily event, come experience it for yourself 🌅 #FindYourWave
(🎥: @mcsino14)
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| THE MULTICULTURAL TOURISM & DEVELOPMENT TEAM |
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| Connie Kinnard |
Senior Vice President,
Multicultural & Tourism Development |
| 305/539-3123 |
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Graylin Swilley-Woods, Ph.D.
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Director, Black Hospitality Initiative
Multicultural Tourism & Development |
| 305/539-3088 |
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Ella Pedre
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Coordinator,
Multicultural & Tourism Development |
| 305/539-3097 |
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Petra Brennan
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Director,
Tourism Business Enhancement |
| 305/539-3126 |
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Herlinda Lombardi
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Program Manager,
Multicultural & Tourism Development |
| 305/539-3128 |
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Are you dreaming of a sunny Miami staycation, or helping someone plan their trip to Miami? Make your planning even easier with these exciting (and free!) guides!
You'll find inspiration, insider tips and helpful information about hidden natural and cultural gems that will make any stay in Greater Miami unforgettable!
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