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Where Are You Watching Superbowl 2012?

jenniferwollmann — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:33:18 +0000

If you don’t have a party to go to, here are some places to watch the big game where it is sure to be a party:

Brickell Irish Pub - Brickell

Hole in the Wall - Palmetto Bay

Miller’s Ale House - various locations

Burger & Beer Joint – Brickell and Miami Beach

Where will you be watching the game?

Key West: A Great Weekend Getaway!

jenniferwollmann — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 18:58:27 +0000

: Truman Hotel

There are so many great weekend get-aways in Florida. I took a quick trip to Key West this weekend for a historic tour. Most bed and breakfasts require a two night stay, but the lovely and updated Truman Hotel, two blocks from Duval Street, did not.

We watched the sunset, did the tourist Conch Train Tour, ate a couple of really nice meals (dinner at Pisces was particularly delicious) did some shopping (really cute towels and gifts at Towels of Key West) and enjoyed the trip both there and back.

Next time I go down, I am going to focus on the water activities! We really are lucky to live in South Florida.

Things To Do In Miami: Fairchild’s Ramble Starts Tomorrow

jenniferwollmann — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 11:53:55 +0000

Known as South Florida’s garden party, the 71st Annual Fairchild Ramble is this weekend.

Friday Night in Miami & Nothing To Do? Impossible!

jenniferwollmann — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 20:08:45 +0000

There is always something to do in Miami, but with busy schedules and so many different options, it is easy to get into a rut or have Friday creep up on you. Here is a short list to kick off the weekend. Some of these events are free and others have a charge.

Wine tasting at Atelier Monnier in Pinecrest 6-9 p.m. FREE

Scenes of Modern America Exhibition at Wolfsonian Museum 6-9 FREE

Cultural Season Kick-Off at Vizcaya Coconut Grove 6:30 – 9 FREE

Movie and Martini’s at Pinecrest Gardens 6:30 p.m.

Champagne Tasting at Wolfe’s Wines in Coral Gables 7-9 p.m

Opening of Miami City Ballet at Arsht Center 8 p.m.

Miami Environmental Film Festival various times and locations

The Incredible Dog Show Bicentennial Park

House of Horror 6:30 t0 midnight

Taste of Pinecrest Sunday, March 6, 2011

jenniferwollmann — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 01:35:39 +0000

The Ninth Annual Taste of Pinecrest takes place this Sunday at Pinecrest Gardens. This food and art festival is sponsored by the Pinecrest Business Association to benefit the Village’s public schools. In addition to student performances, an art show, rides and games, there are a number of local restaurants selling a “taste” of their menus. It is a great way to spend a day visiting, playing and savoring the many different flavors of Miami.

Where’s JWo?

jenniferwollmann — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 19:12:45 +0000

Recognize this picture? Where am I and what do you know about the location? If you don’t know, stay tuned for the answer in a future blog.

Things To Do With Kids In Miami – Lalanne At Fairchild Tropical Garden

jenniferwollmann — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 18:38:58 +0000

Take advantage of what is supposed to be another beautiful South Florida weekend and get outside. The animal sculptures of Francois-Xavier Lalanne are on exhibit at Fairchild Tropical Garden and are sure to delight children of all ages. Two of my personal favorites are included here. Which one is yours?

Lalanne Shark Sculpture At Fairchild Tropical Gardens

Lalanne Owl Sculpure At Fairchild Tropical Garden

Crazy About Crazy About You

jenniferwollmann — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 12:40:07 +0000

Crazy About You Waterfront Dining

Crazy About You is in a great location and one of the few places you can get a good meal with a waterfront view.

The staff is attentive, they have a decent wine list that is reasonably priced, and their menu is affordable. I like the Serrano Croquettas, Calamari Flatbread, and Mikey’s Slow Braised Steak with Creamy Arborio Rice.

Beaux Arts Festival Is This Weekend

jenniferwollmann — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 11:14:17 +0000

The 59 Annual Beaux Arts Festival of Art is this Saturday on Sunday at the Lowe Art Museum on the University of Miami campus.

This event counts towards on of the New Year’s Resolutions For South Floridians.

New Year’s Resolutions For South Floridians

jenniferwollmann — Sun, 03 Jan 2010 02:10:51 +0000

Okay, I know every year we make resolutions only to break them or not live up to them, but these are pretty easy and will help you get better acquainted or reacquainted with your own back yard.

Get in shape! This is South Florida, where the heat, beach, water activities and year-round outdoor lifestyle make this easy to do. Gables Fitness has bootcamps, which take place in the beautiful outdoors, in Pinecrest, Coral Gables, Key Biscayne and Bayfront Park. They also have personal training classes for men and women. I started about a month and a half ago at the Pinecrest location and am having a great time while I am getting in shape.
Visit one of our museums. Many of the Miami museums have free events. The Fort Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science will take more than one visit to explore. It has over 200 exhibits plus an IMAX theater. The Museum of Art in Fort Lauderdale is currently exhibiting the works of Norman Rockwell (through February 7, 2010)
Go on one of the art walks. In Miami: Calle Ocho, Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, Design District, Miami Beach, Wynwood all have art walks on different days of the week. Broward County has a twice yearly walk.
Take a historical tour with Paul George.
Volunteer at one of the many one-day volunteer activities such as Hands-On-Miami, Habitat For Humanity, Biscayne Bay Cleanup (Baynanza).
Attend a performance at one of our many venues.
Go to the horse races.
Visit the Miami-Metro Zoo, Lion Country Safari, Butterfly Garden.
Take a bike ride in the Everglades and/or Oleta State Park and/or Markham Park.
Go to one of our local Farmer’s Markets, which are open through April, to purchase fresh local produce.
Tour the Redland.
Take a canoe or kayak ride. Most of the State Parks have hourly rentals and tours.
Go to a full moon outdoor concert.
If you are remodeling or landscaping, include energy efficient and sustainable products and go native with your landscaping.

If you have completed any of these resolutions recently (2009), please add your comments and feedback on this post. Do you have a resolution you would like to add to the list?