Private Gallery - Miami Florida

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Call to RSVP 786-426-8980 or email info@yoaart.com for more information.






Il Gabbiano Restaurant
Exhibit from Wednesday June 30, 2010
through Saturday, July 3, 2010.
Located in the One Miami Building
335 South Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33131
Hours: Wed - Fri 12pm - 3pm AND 6pm - 11pm
Saturday 6pm - 11pm


Come preview the latest Original Paintings and LImited Edition Giclees
in the best Italian restaurant in Miami.
It's a true Authentic Italian experience in a beautiful waterfront setting.
Call 305-373-0064 for Reservations.




First National Bank of South Miami. (Kendall Branch)
Exhibit from February 2010 through March 2010.
Located at 7887 North Kendall Drive, Miami, FL‎ 33156








Il Gabbiano Restaurant
Exhibit from Monday January 18, 2010
through Saturday, January 23, 2010.
Located in the One Miami Building
335 South Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33131


Come preview the latest Original Paintings and LImited Edition Giclees
in the best Italian restaurant in Miami.
It's a true Authentic Italian experience in a beautiful waterfront setting.
Call 305-373-0064 for Reservations.


suntrustexpo
Featured as the #1 Event for November 2009 by Miami Magazine. pg.26.

miamimagyoa

SOLO Exhibit "Yoa Art - Life Sized"
Showcasing the largest pieces in the Yoa Art Collection.

Exhibit from September through November 2009

SPECIAL RECEPTION WILL BE HELD ON
Wednesday November 4th, 2009 from 5:45 pm - 8:30pm
Complimentary food and Drinks will be served.


Located in the lobby of the Suntrust Building in Downtown Miami.
Address: 1 S.E. 3rd Ave, Miami 33131

 





CLUB 50 . VICEROY HOTEL
485 Brickell Ave, Miami 33131 (next to Icon Brickell)
This Friday, October 9th . 5pm - 9 pm






Seventh Annual Miami-Dade Celebrates the Art of its Sister Cities
Miami Dade College - The Tower Theater


Opening Reception
Thursday September 17, 2009
7:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Tower Theater
1508 S.W. 8th Street
Miami, FL

Exhibit Open from September 17 to October 8, 2009

Yoa has been selected again to represent Puerto Rico in this unique art exhibition
comprised of a variety of art mediums by artists who represent the cultural meca that is Miami Dade County.


2009 Theme: “Universal Language of Art”




Featured Yoa Painting: Tropical Escape, Oil on Canvas, 30" x 40"
Original & Giclees Available



The Hispanic Art Expressions Exhibit
The exhibit was established by HAAB as part of the Hispanic Heritage month celebration.
It is composed of thirty-eight artists representing thirteen Hispanic countries.
One of the purposes of the exhibit is to promote the Hispanic culture through art and sculpture, and showcase the diversity of the Hispanic community. The other purpose is to contribute to the education of Hispanic youth in Miami-Dade County. The participating artists donate a percentage of the art sales to the STARS/HOPE scholarship fund.

Friday, October 2, 2009

Opening Reception & Awards Ceremony
Regions Bank Coral Gables

2800 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Coral Gables, FL
Exhibit & Opening Reception
7:30 – 11:00 p.m.
(Exhibit will be on display throughout the month of October
Monday – Friday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Free Admission

Friday, October 9, 2009

City of Hialeah
Walker Park Community Center

800 West 29 Street
Hialeah, FL
Exhibit & Reception
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
(Exhibit will be on display until 11/06/09 Monday – Friday
9:a.m. – 4:00 p.m.)
Free Admission

Friday, October 16, 2009 

Morgan Levy Park (Formerly Doral Park)
5300 N.W. 102 Avenue
Doral, Florida

Exhibit and Reception
6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
(Exhibit will also be on display Saturday, October 17th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
Free Admission



"Small Works, Big Idea Vol. I"
Da Vinci's Gallery
GROUP SHOW


Da Vinci's Gallery, 2914 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Coral Gables, FL 33134
On exhibit September 4 through October 31
Gallery Hours: Tuesday - Friday: 11 am - 5pm Saturday- 11 am - 4 pm

Featuring of over 50 local, national and international artists.
For further information please contact: 305- 447-1740




Featured Yoa Painting: "Breakthrough", Oil on Canvas, 20" x 20"
Original & Giclees Available






IL GABBIANO RESTAURANT
EXHIBIT FROM SATURDAY OCTOBER 10 - SATURDAY OCTOBER 24
LOCATED IN THE EXCLUSIVE ONE MIAMI TOWER


Located in the One Miami Building
335 South Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL 33131

Come experience the Best Italian food in town.
It's a true Authentic Italian experience in a beautiful waterfront setting.
Call 305-373-0064 for Reservations.




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The Colors of Hispanic Culture
A Group Art Exhibit Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
From September 25 through December 5th, 2008

Opening Reception
Thursday, September 25, 2008
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Silent Auction to benefit Aspira

Broward College Administrative Artspace,
111 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Twelfth floor. Business Attire.

TAPAS, DRINKS and MUSIC ....Come celebrate with us!
RSVP: (954) 201-7550 email: mramire1@broward.edu

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Sixth Annual Miami-Dade Celebrates the Art of its Sister Cities
Miami Dade College - The Tower Theater


September 23 to October 7, 2008

Yoa Art has been selected again to represent Puerto Rico in this unique art exhibition comprised of a variety
of art mediums by artists who represent the cultural meca that is Miami Dade County.


2008 Theme: “Celebrating Our Diversity”

September 23 - Formal Opening Night 7:00PM - 10:00PM.
September 26 - Cultural Friday: Music in the lobby 7:00PM - 10:00PM
October 1 - Art Seminar 7:00PM - 9:00PM
October 7 - Closing Celebration & Art Sale/ Brazilian Night 7:00PM - 10:00PM.

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" Taste of South Florida "
September 20, 2008

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation presents its annual Taste of South Florida
gala at The Ritz-Carlton in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 1 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.
6:30 p.m. Cocktails followed by Dinner at 8:00 p.m.

For tickets and information, please contact Jody Kotler at (305) 947-4243.

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Wynwood Hispanic Heritage Art Exhibit
A Group Exhibition

2215 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, Fl
October 11, 2008 • 7 pm to 10 pm
Free Entrance and open to the public

The evening will be showcasing a group of Miami's outstanding talented Hispanic artists.
The event will coincide with the Wynwood Art District Gallery Night,
which occurs every second Saturday of the month and attracts hundreds of art aficionados. The event will benefit ASPIRA of Florida.

Aspira (http://fl.aspira.org) is a not for profit organization rooted in the Puerto Rican and Latino community,
and driven by the mission to serve and address the "educational and developmental needs of all youth" throughout Florida's multi-cultural communities.
ASPIRA is committed to pursue the highest quality programming for youth who are at risk of dropping out of school.

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September 29 - October 4, 2008

Belen Jesuit Preparatory School presents its annual art gala with a group art show
at the Olga & Carlos Saladrigas Art Gallery, 500 SW 127 Avenue, Miami, Florida.

Art Preview Week:
Monday, September 29, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Art Sale for Alumni;
Wednesday, October 1, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Art Sale for Student's Parents;
Thursday, October 2, 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM, Art Sale Open to the Public.
Saturday, October 4, 2008 – VIP Event with the artists, 7:30 PM to 11 PM

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21 ANNUAL LAS OLAS ART FAIR
Saturday & Sunday, October 4 & 5, 2008



Show Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Venue: Las Olas Blvd between SE 6th to SE 11th Ave
Booth # To be determined

Las Olas Boulevard is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, a mecca for vacationers and a piece of heaven for residents.
The boulevard was once just a dirt road taking vacationers and residents to Fort Lauderdale Beach,
the beach being the most popular tourist destination even back then.

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The Cuban-American Bar Association presents its annual Art in the Tropics
Friday, September 26 at Fairchild Tropical Gardens

10901 Old Cutler Road in Coral Gables, Florida.
All proceeds will go to benefit CABA's Pro Bono Project

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LIGA CONTRA EL CANCER . LEAGUE AGAINST CANCER
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Children’s Fashion Show

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Palmetto Bay's Annual In The Park With Art
Saturday, October 25 and Sunday October 26



The Cultural Council’s Juried and Judged Fine Art and Fine Crafts Show
Presented by The Cultural Council and The Village of Palmetto Bay
The event is FREE to the public.
Coral Reef Park, Village of Palmetto Bay (Miami), Florida
Southwest 152 St. at 77th Ave., Village of Palmetto Bay – Miami
10am-5pm both days

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South Miami Art Festival
Saturday November 1 and Sunday November 2

Ranked in the top 100 fine art shows in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
10 AM - 5 PM
BOOTH # To be determined


The Annual South Miami Art Festival, a Fine Art Show featuring juried artists from across the country,
returns to Sunset Drive between South Dixie Hwy and Red Road.
The event is FREE to the public, providing an outstanding cultural experience for residents and visitors.
The Festival kicks off the festival season in Miami-Dade County and provides a multi-cultural experience in a family setting.

 


SUNDAY ON THE MILE / CARNAVAL ON THE MILE 2008
Saturday March 8, 2008
Sunday March 9, 2008

Booth # 87
Located in Miracle Mile from LeJeune Rd. to Douglas Rd.
Enjoy great Art, Music, Food, Wine and Automobiles.

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44th ANNUAL KEY BISCAYNE ART FESTIVAL
Saturday & Sunday, March 15 & 16, 2008. (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Venue: Crandon Blvd.
The Show is located in Village Green Park, Key Biscayne, FL

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85 @ 85 . miArte GALLERY
Show runs from December 1, 2007 through February 29, 2008
A unique group show featuring 85 extraordinary artists from around the world.
miArte Gallery: 85 Merrick Way. Coral Gables, FL. 305.445.2783


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SOLO SHOW AT THE WIRTZ GALLERY
ALL MONTH LONG. JANUARY 2008.

A Special Reception will be held on Friday, January 11
th from 6 - 9p.m.
Come by and Enjoy Complimentary Drinks.

The Wirtz Galley is open Monday - Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

5750 Sunset Drive
South Miami, Florida 33143
Located accross the street from the Sunset Place Mall.

The Wirtz Gallery at the First National Bank of South Miami is a public art gallery featuring month-long exhibits by local, national, and international artists.
The Wirtz Gallery was opened in 1983 in memoriam to Arthur M. Wirtz, past Chairman of the Board of the First National Bank of South Miami.
Admission is free! We encourage art students to visit the Wirtz Gallery regularly so that they can be exposed to a wide variety of techniques and talents.

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2008 PINECREST GARDENS FINE ARTS FESTIVAL
BOOTH # 8
Saturday, January 12
th and Sunday, January 13th , 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Enjoy and purchase artwork in a variety of mediums and prices from nationally recognized artists.
Mingle with local artists or lay back in the pristine and historical
Pinecrest Gardens. It is a perfect way to find that unique piece for your home or collection!
Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
Pinecrest, FL 33156
www.pinecrestgardens.com

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57 ANNUAL BEAUX ARTS FESTIVAL

BOOTH # 234
Saturday, January 19
th and Sunday, January 20th , 2008 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
on the beautiful grounds of the University of Miami campus located in Coral Gables.
Beaux Arts Festival of Art is proud to be Miami's oldest juried fine art show,
featuring more than 250 artists from across our country.

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YOA ART AT COCOWALK
from Monday December 3, 2007 through Sunday December 9, 2007
SOLO Exhibit featuring the latest pieces in the Yoa Art Collection.


Located in the beautiful Cocowalk Plaza in the heart of Coconut Grove.
3015 Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove, FL 33133. Space #111


Hours:
Monday through Friday 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
or by appointment

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PRIVATE EVENT AT THE PORTOFINO TOWER IN MIAMI BEACH
Friday December 7th, 2007

Residents of the Portofino Tower of Miami Beach will enjoy select Yoa Art paintings for this event during Art Basel Week.


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8th ANNUAL DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH
THANKSGIVING WEEKEND ART FESTIVAL
Saturday & Sunday, November 24 & 25, 2007


Show Location: Delray Beach, FL
Venue: Pineapple Grove off Atlantic Avenue
Booth # To be determined

The layout for this show is beautiful. The event spans one mile of the popular Pineapple Grove in Downtown Delray Beach.
Known across the world as a first-class resort town, Delray Beach is located in southern Palm Beach County,
directly on the Atlantic Ocean. Delray Beach offers a full range of amenities and nearly two miles of well-groomed, easily accessible beautiful beaches.
We set up our art event in Pineapple Grove, a street a little off the beaten path full of eclectic shops and restaurants.

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36th ANNUAL SOUTH MIAMI ART FESTIVAL
Ranked in the top 100 fine art shows in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
November 3rd & 4th, 2006 - 10 AM - 5 PM
BOOTH # 134


The 36th Annual South Miami Art Festival, a Fine Art Show featuring juried artists from across the country,
returns to Sunset Drive between South Dixie Hwy and Red Road.
The event is FREE to the public, providing an outstanding cultural experience for residents and visitors.
The Festival kicks off the festival season in Miami-Dade County and provides a multi-cultural experience in a family setting.

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17th ANNUAL IN THE PARK WITH ART
Saturday and Sunday, October 27th and 28th , 2007 (10am - 5 pm both days
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The Cultural Council’s Juried and Judged Fine Art and Fine Crafts Show
Presented by The Cultural Council and The Village of Palmetto Bay
The event is FREE to the public.
Coral Reef Park, Village of Palmetto Bay (Miami), Florida
Southwest 152 St. at 77th Ave., Village of Palmetto Bay – Miami

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9th ANNUAL DOWNTOWN NAPLES ART FAIR
Saturday & Sunday, October 20 & 21, 2007


Show Location: Naples, FL
Venue: 5th Avenue South in Downtown Naples
Booth # To be determined

Fifth Avenue South. This busy street is known for its outdoor cafes, upscale shopping and festive celebrations that the Fifth Avenue South Association produces.
Fifth Ave S offers visitors a unique place where friends and family can meet, celebrate a special occasion or just sit, sip a drink and watch the sun set.
Many consider Naples, Florida the "crown jewel of Southwest Florida." The city is located off the Gulf of Mexico and is known for its beautiful beaches.
Naples is also known for its world class shopping and dining and abundant professional golf courses. There is something for everyone in Naples.

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20th ANNUAL LAS OLAS ART FAIR
Rated one of the top 100 art shows of 2006 by Sunshine Artist Magazine

Saturday & Sunday, October 6 & 7, 2007


Show Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Venue: Las Olas Blvd between SE 6th to SE 11th Ave
Booth # To be determined

Las Olas Boulevard is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, a mecca for vacationers and a piece of heaven for residents.
The boulevard was once just a dirt road taking vacationers and residents to Fort Lauderdale Beach,
the beach being the most popular tourist destination even back then.

Today Las Olas Blvd is the main thoroughfare where you can find everything from fashion boutiques to outdoor cafes, fine restaurants
to art galleries and more. There is something for everyone at Las Olas, day or night!
Any day of the week you will see people conducting business affairs at one of the restaurants or a couple living it up at one of the festive nightlife venues.

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3rd ANNUAL ART IN THE TROPICS
Friday, October 5, 2007, at the Fairchild Tropical Gardens starting at 7:30 pm.



The Cuban American Bar Association is pleased to be holding its Third Annual Art in the Tropics Charitable Auction Event,
which will be including, amongst many things, a Silent Auction for Art.
All proceeds will go to benefit CABA’s Pro Bono Project, which offers free legal services to the community.


The event will be held on Friday, October 5, 2007, at Fairchild Tropical Gardens in Coral Gables.
The Fairchild Tropical Garden was recently voted the #1 Wonder of Florida by the Miami Herald.


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15th ANNIVERSARY OF THE EXCLUSIVE CAMELOT SALON & SPA OF CORAL GABLES
Friday, October 5th, 2007 at their location at 2600 Galiano Street

Camelot Salon & Spa will host their anniversary event on Friday, October 5th at their location at 2600 Galiano St in what hopes to be nothing short
of a showcase for fashion, art, and entertainment. Guest will be greeted at the entrance by “live” Mannequins wearing creative make-up and hair courtesy of Camelot.
Event goers will have the opportunity to sip on complimentary cocktails while taking in the creative wizardry brought on to canvas by some of
South Florida’s most prominent artists including Urayoan “Yoa” Ruiz Paneque.

Amongst the special invitees will also be influential political figures that help keep the city of Coral Gables live up to its nickname
“The City Beautiful”. Donald Slesnick, Mayor of Coral Gables will be on hand to proclaim October 5th as Camelot Salon & Spa day.

Special guests include the Gables very own Latin Grammy winner Jorge Moreno.

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2007 "TASTE OF SOUTH FLORIDA"


Saturday, September 29, 2007
at the exclusive Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Miami


Now in its 16th year, this black-tie dinner party raises more than $155,000 and is one of our most successful fundraisers.
Scheduled to be held on Saturday, September 29, 2007 at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Miami,

This event includes wine, lavish hors d’oeuvres and a gourmet dinner prepared by
some of the most outstanding celebrity chefs from the South Florida community.


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FIFTH ANNUAL MIAMI-DADE CELEBRATES THE ART OF ITS SISTER CITIES
Miami Dade College - The Tower Theater
September 14 to October 14, 2007
The Tower Theatre located at SW Eighth Street and Fifteenth Avenue is one of Miami's oldest cultural landmarks.




Yoa Art has been selected to represent Puerto Rico in this unique art exhibition comprised of a variety
of art mediums by artists who represent the cultural meca that is Miami Dade County.
The program has established sister cities relationships with twenty-two cities in South America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia.
Throughout these years, the program has developed innovative projects, which have furthered international cooperation
and understanding between Miami-Dade County and our respective sister cities.

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SLOFAR DEVELOPMENTS PRESENTS A “NIGHT OF VICE”
Thursday, August 23, 2007
6:00PM-9:00PM at 1409 S.W. 23 ST. in Miami



Press Release: (Miami, Florida) Alfredo Borges along with Slofar Development invites the public to a “Night of Vice”.
This event will be the launch event for Slofar Developments which has had great success in Miami as a leader in luxury homes.
This Thursday, Alfredo is sharing a piece of his mind as he invites the public to the launch party of his company Slofar Development....

Guests will be visually taken by the creative artistry by well known artists Urayoan “YOA” Ruiz Paneque. Click to read full PRESS RELEASE:

Come out to see the public unveiling of the largest Yoa Art paintings ever created!
Including the much anticipated "El Cantante" painting made as a tribute to salsa great Hector Lavoe.
(48" x 48")



and the four canvases that combine to make "24 Hours in Paradise"
(48” x 192”)


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SOLO EXHIBIT AT THE PORTOFINO TOWER IN MIAMI BEACH
During the month of June Yoa Art will host a private viewing of select
Yoa Art paintings for the residents of the exclusive Portofino Tower of Miami Beach


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16th ANNUAL FEAST AMONG THE GRAPES



South Florida's Premier Wine Tasting & Culinary Event.
June 2, 2007 at the Radisson Hotel Miami
Proceeds benefiting the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation.
Featuring vintage domestic and imported wines, a taste of South Florida's finest restaurants,
martini bar, dancing and live music, and a silent auction.


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LIGA CONTRA EL CANCER . LEAGUE AGAINST CANCER
April 22nd, 2007
Aboard Royal Caribbean's
Freedom of the Seas
Miami, Florida

League Against Cancer / Liga Contra el Cancer was founded in Miami 1975 as a community- based,
not-for-profit organization providing free medical care to needy Cancer patients

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43rd ANNUAL KEY BISCAYNE ART FESTIVAL
Saturday & Sunday, March 17 & 18, 2007. (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Booth # 117

Venue: Crandon Blvd.
The Show is located in Village Green Park, Key Biscayne, FL


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SURFSIDE ARTS FESTIVAL
Saturday March 24th noon to 5:00pm
Sunday March 25th 10:00am to 5:00pm.
All booths will be located on 95th Street in the two blocks
between Collins Avenue and Abbott Avenue.
Surfside Arts Festival encompasses visual arts, wearable art, sculpture, mixed media,
photography, crafts, vintage collectibles, music and performances.

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SOUTH MIAMI ROTARY ARTS FESTIVAL
Saturday February 24, 2007
Sunday February 25, 2007
Booth # 61

Located in the heart of South Miami, just 6 miles south of
downtown Miami, adjacent to the Shops of Sunset Place.
Between SW 57 Ave. (Red Road) and US1 (S. Dixie Highway.)


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SUNDAY ON THE MILE / CARNAVAL ON THE MILE
Saturday March 3, 2007
Sunday March 4, 2007

Booth # 87
Located in Miracle Mile from LeJeune Rd. to Douglas Rd.
Enjoy great Art, Music, Food, Wine and Automobiles.
Invited musicians include Arturo Sandoval, Ed Calle & Locos por Juana.

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CARNAVAL MIAMI'S EVENING OF INDULGENCE
Saturday, February 17, 2007
Deauville Hotel, Miami Beach
An amazing evening of live music celebrity chefs, gourmet wines
and food from top restaurants and a fine art auction benefiting the children of the community.



Me & Cathy (left). - Accompanied by T.V. personaility Chef Pepin (middle). - Israel Lopez "Cachao" (right)

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85 @ 85
miArte Gallery

Show runs from December 1, 2006 through January 27, 2007
A unique square-foot show featuring 85 extraordinary artists from around the world.
miArte Gallery: 85 Merrick Way. Coral Gables, FL. 305.445.2783



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56 ANNUAL BEAUX ARTS FESTIVAL

Saturday, January 13
th and Sunday, January 14th , 2007 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
on the beautiful grounds of the University of Miami campus located in Coral Gables.
Beaux Arts Festival of Art is proud to be Miami's oldest juried fine art show,
featuring more than 300 artists from across our country.


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SEMINOLE HARD ROCK WINTERFEST
A Taste of Paradise
Jazz, Art and Food Extravaganza

Saturday, December 2nd & Sunday December 3rd from 12:00pm - 5:00pm.

Free at Seminole Paradise at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.
Located just off of State Road 7 (US Highway 441) just North of Stirling Road in Hollywood, Florida.
1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, Florida 33314

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ART IN THE TROPICS - “ A TASTE OF CUBA ”

November 3, 2006 at the Bank of America Sky Lobby in Downtown Miami.

The Cuban American Bar Association is pleased to be holding its Second Annual Art in the Tropics
“A Taste of Cuba” which will be including amongst many things a Silent Auction for Art.
All proceeds will go to benefit CABA’s Pro Bono Project which offers free legal services to the community.


" Cuba Sabrosa" Original plate auctioned at event.




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35th ANNUAL SOUTH MIAMI ARTS FESTIVAL


November 4th & 5th, 2006 - 10 AM - 5 PM
Ranked in the top 100 fine art shows in the country by Sunshine Artist Magazine.
The 35th Annual South Miami Art Festival, a Fine Art Show featuring juried artists from across the country,
returns to Sunset Drive between South Dixie Hwy and Red Road.
The event is FREE to the public, providing an outstanding cultural experience for residents and visitors.
The Festival kicks off the festival season in Miami-Dade County and provides a multi-cultural experience in a family setting.


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COCONUT GROVES MAD HATTERS ART FESTIVAL
November 11 & 12, 2006 in Downtown Coconut Grove 10 AM - 5 PM
100 Artists, 40 Acoustic Musicians, more happening things all along Downtown Coconut Grove.
Prizes for the craziest hats, contests, activities for children, shopping and dining deals, and lots of good old-fashioned fun.

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IN THE PARK WITH ART
Saturday and Sunday, October 28th and 29th , 2006
10am - 5 pm both days
The Cultural Council’s Juried and Judged Fine Art and Fine Crafts Show
Presented by The Cultural Council and The Village of Palmetto Bay
The event is FREE to the public.
Coral Reef Park, Village of Palmetto Bay (Miami), Florida
Southwest 152 St. at 77th Ave., Village of Palmetto Bay – Miami

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2006 "TASTE OF SOUTH FLORIDA"




- Me and the beautiful Catherine Fernandez, my fiance :- )

Saturday, October 7th at the Four Seasons Hotel in Miami
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is proud to present the 2006 “Taste of South Florida.”

Now in its 15th year, this black-tie dinner party raises more than $170,000
and is one of our most suc
cessful fundraisers.

This event includes wine, lavish hors d’oeuvres and a gourmet dinner prepared by some of
the most outstanding celebrity chefs from the South Florida community.

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Saturday, September 30, 2006 At 08:00 PM
Links at Key Biscayne
6700 Crandon Boulevard
Proceeds benefiting La Liga Contra el Cancer

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September 29th to October 1st, 2006
The Rotary Club of Doral will present the Art Fest @ Doral 2nd Annual edition, a
unique art expo event, the first if it's kind in the City of Doral, at the Doral Park Country Club.
Proceeds from the sale of the art will be donated to the PTA's of the participating Doral Area schools.


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LIGA CONTRA EL CANCER . LEAGUE AGAINST CANCER
Saturday, September 23, 2006
Fifth Annual Children’s Fashion Show
Sheraton Mart Plaza Hotel
Miami, Florida


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CAFÉ TU TU TANGOS
Live painting at Cafe Tu Tu Tangos
located at 3015 Grand Avenue, Suite 250. Coconut Grove, Florida 33133




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THE MIAMI-DADE TESOL COUNCIL & THE BILINGUAL ASSOCIATION OF FLORIDA
Friday, April 21, 2006
Spring 2006 Networking & Information Session at Florida International University
An evening of art, wine, cheese, and fellowship


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15th ANNUAL FEAST AMONG THE GRAPES



South Florida's Premier Wine Tasting & Culinary Event.
June 3, 2006 at the Radisson Hotel Miami
Proceeds benefiting the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation.
Featuring vintage domestic and imported wines, a taste of South Florida's finest restaurants,
martini bar, dancing and live music, and a silent auction.

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THE ART LOVERS AFFAIR AT COCOWALK
Friday July 28, 2006
The Gallery at Cocowalk
Live painting and exhibit in the heart of Coconut Grove.
3015 Grand Ave, Suite 118, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
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ALPFA 2006 SCHOLARSHIP GALA



Saturday, June 10, 2006
from 6:00 PM till Midnight at the JW Marriott in Brickell.


The Hispanic College Fund (HCF) in partnership with the Association of Latino Professionals in Finance
and Accounting (ALPFA) has created a new scholarship program. HCF was founded in 1993 to develop
the next generation of Hispanic business leaders in America by awarding scholarships to deserving Hispanic
students. ALPFA founded in 1972, was the first national Hispanic professional association in the United States.
Together, HCF and ALPFA are providing scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing
degrees in accounting or finance-related fields.


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THE 9th ANNUAL BRICKELL KEY DAY
Saturday, March 18
Great fun filled day of art, food, and activities. Located in front of the Mandarin Hotel.
Booth #16

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SOUTH MIAMI ARTS & CRAFTS FESTIVAL
Saturday February 25, 2006
Sunday February 26, 2006
Located in the heart of South Miami, just 6 miles south of
downtown Miami, adjacent to the Shops of Sunset Place.
Between SW 57 Ave. (Red Road) and US1 (S. Dixie Highway.)
Booth # 47

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SUNDAY ON THE MILE / CARNAVAL ON THE MILE
Saturday March 4, 2006
Sunday March 5, 2006

Located in Miracle Mile from LeJeune Rd. to Douglas Rd.
Enjoy great Art, Music, Food, Wine and Automobiles.
Invited artists include the Spam All Stars & Arturo Sandoval.
Booth #3

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CREATIVE BEGINNINGS ART AUCTION
"The Art of Caring"

Thursday, February 9th,2006
Woman's Club of Coral Gables
1009 East Ponce De Leon Blvd. Coral Gables,Florida

A silent auction that has the participation of more than fifty prestigious artists.Creative Beginnings, Inc.
is a not-for-profit organization founded with the purpose of helping homeless women
18 years old and older with or without their children in transition out of homelessness.



Artists included Mano, George Rodez, Marcy Grosso, Leonor Murciano, Angela Padron, Urayoan "Yoa" Ruiz & more.

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COCONUT GROVE'S MAD HATTERS ART FESTIVAL
Saturday and Sunday, November 12 & 13
The Barnacle Historic State Park
3485 Main Highway

Coconut Grove, Florida 33133


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ART FEST @ DORAL
Thursday October 6 - Sunday October 10
At the Doral Park Country Club.
The Doral Country Club is located in the heart of Doral at 5001 N.W. 104th Ave
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage month.



Featured alongside Felipe Madrigal, President of the Rotary Club of Doral.

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C.A.B.A. ART IN THE TROPICS
September 24, 2005 at the Lobby of Mellon Bank Building.
All proceeds benefited CABA’s Pro Bono Project which offers free legal services to the community.

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2005 ALPFA CONVENTION
August 6th 2005
At the Fountainbleu Hilton
Association of Latino Professionals in Fina
nce and Accounting
Welcome Reception

Featured Artists:
Maria Montejo, Leandro Vazquez, Paola Rodriguez, Urayoan "Yoa" Ruiz, Raymond "Gems" Adrian


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DIEGO VICTORIA FINE ART GALLERY
Fresh Faces Art Exhibit
April 23rd 2005


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VIERNES CULTURALES / CULTURAL FRIDAYS
The last Friday of every month
Southwest 8th Street and 14th Ave. Miami, FL. 33135


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Inaguration of the New Italian Cultural Center
“Societa’ Dante Alighieri” at City of DORAL
Saturday September 24th at ROTELLI Italian Restaurant