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Groundbreaking Reads Discussion of The Great Gatsby

06-19-2013 - 06-19-2013

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Broward County Main Library

Broward County Main Library - 100 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: Free

954-357-7443

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Groundbreaking Reads Adult Summer Reading Program Discussion of the book The Great Gatsby]]>

Author Appearance & Book SigningTeresa Giudice:Teresas Smoking Hot Backyard Recipes

06-21-2013 - 06-21-2013

Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale - Nova Southeastern University

Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale - Nova Southeastern University - One East Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: You must purchase a book at the Museum Books & Books to enter the signing line

954-262-0255

museumstore@moafl.org

http://moafl.org/

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 Books and Books at the Museum of Art Teresa Giudice Book Signing Tour to celebrate the May 7 release of her *fourth* cookbook Fabulicious! On the Grill: Teresa's Smoking Hot Backyard Recipes You must purchase a book at the Museum Books & Books to enter the signing line To pre purchase a book and for more information contact museumstore@moaflorg or 954-262-0255]]>

Author Appearance & Book Signing Dr Carl Hart: HIGH PRICE

06-27-2013 - 06-27-2013

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Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale - Nova Southeastern University

Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale - Nova Southeastern University - One East Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: Free with book purchase

954-262-0255

museumstore@moafl.org

http://moafl.org/

Start Time(s):

Author Appearance and Book Signing Dr Carl Hart author of HIGH PRICE: A Neuroscientist’s Journey of Self-Discovery That Challenges Everything You Know About Drugs and Society Books & Books at the Museum of Art A wonderful hybrid of science and memoir, and a commentary on the state of race and politics around the drug wars Dr Hart is originally from the Miami/Ft Lauderdale area In fact, much of his book is about his time spent in the area as a child and teenager and his family and upbringing To pre purchase a book or for more information contact museumstore@moaflorg or 954-262-0255  ]]>

Monthly Book Discussion

07-07-2013 - 07-07-2013

Stonewall Library and Archives

http://stonewallnationalmuseum.org/

Stonewall Library and Archives - 1350 E Sunrise Blvd Fort Lauderdale FL 33304

Admission:

954-763-8565

http://stonewallnationalmuseum.org/

Start Time(s): 7 pm

Blues Bayou (2011)by David Lennon When his cousin Verle is accused of murder, private investigator Michel Doucette heads to the small town of Bayou Proche to help prove Verle’s innocence In the process, he uncovers a blackmail plot against one of Verle’s closest friends, and an apparent conspiracy to gain control of the mineral rights to Verle’s land in the Atchafalaya Basin He is also forced to finally confront painful memories from his own childhood Blue’s Bayou is the fourth novel featuring Michel Doucette and Sassy Jones    ]]>

Groundbreaking Reads Roman Mysteries

07-11-2013 - 07-11-2013

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Broward County Main Library

Broward County Main Library - 100 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: Free

954-357-7443

Start Time(s):

Groundbreaking Reads Adult Summer Reading Program  presents Roman mysteries Books about mysteries set in the Roman Empire will be discussed]]>

Groundbreaking Reads Wild by Cheryl Strayed

07-18-2013 - 07-18-2013

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Broward County Main Library

Broward County Main Library - 100 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: Free

954-357-7443

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Groundbreaking Reads Adult Summer Reading Program discusses Wild by Cheryl Strayed Wild NATIONAL BESTSELLER A Best Nonfiction Book of 2012: The Boston Globe, Entertainment Weekly A Best Book of the Year: NPR, St Louis Dispatch, Vogue At twenty-two, Cheryl Strayed thought she had lost everything In the wake of her mother’s death, her family scattered and her own marriage was soon destroyed Four years later, with nothing more to lose, she made the most impulsive decision of her life With no experience or training, driven only by blind will, she would hike more than a thousand miles of the Pacific Crest Trail from the Mojave Desert through California and Oregon to Washington State—and she would do it alone Told with suspense and style, sparkling with warmth and humor, Wild powerfully captures the terrors and pleasures of one young woman forging ahead against all odds on a journey that maddened, strengthened, and ultimately healed her]]>

South Florida Book Festival

07-26-2013 - 07-27-2013

African-American Research Library and Cultural Center

http://www.broward.org/Library/LocationsHours/Branches/Pages/AA.aspx

The African-American Research Library and Cultural Center - 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard Fort Lauderdale FL 33311

Admission:

954-357-6210

Start Time(s): Varies

African-American writers and one world-renowned basketball player will take part in the South Florida Book Festival which will be hosted by the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center Sponsored by the Urban League of Broward County and the Friends of the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, this event Friday’s events include mystery writer Angela Henry which will conduct a workshop on how to write mystery stories from 2 pm to 4 pm A $10 fee for her event and only 20 seats available Then on Friday from 6 to 9 pm, there will be an opportunity to meet featured authors in a social setting at the Urban League of Broward County—adjacent to the library, complete with hors d'oeuvres and wine—compliments of Whole Foods, and live jazz Admission will be charged for this event Family day is June 27 Pearl Monroe—a legendary basketball player with the Baltimore Bullets and the New York Nicks—will talk about his book, Earl the Pearl My Story The morning session of the book festival will feature Christian fiction authors ReShonda Tate Billingsley, S James Guitard and Victoria Christopher Murray The theme of their talk is: “Scandalous: Meet the Villains, Heroes and Heroines of Contemporary African-American Fiction” Saturday afternoon of the festival will feature Urban Fiction authors Wahida Clark and Mary Morrison Their theme is “Make Your Book Your Business" Also on Saturday, there will be a presentation by Jamaican author, editor and publisher Suzette Farquharson-Morgan, president of FarMor Group, Inc]]>

On Cloud 9

08-17-2013 - 08-17-2013

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1310 Gallery

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=55184431660&ref=ts

ArtServe - 1350 East Sunrise Boulevard Fort Lauderdale FL 33304

Admission: free

7862859243

Start Time(s): The event IS NOT at Artserve it is at the 1310 Gallery 1310 SW 2nd CT Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 If you have any questions please contact Dana at 786-285-9243

"ON CLOUD 9" An innovative journey through art where the soul is realized and takes flight Curators, Dana DellaCamera and Jeff Olivier 1310 Gallery, Sailboat Bend Artist Lofts 1310 SW 2nd Ct (Middle St), Ft Lauderdale, 33312 Opening Reception: Saturday, August 17, 2013, 7:00pm - 10:00pm Closing Reception: Saturday, September 7th, 2013, 6:00pm - 9:00pm Admission: Free & Open to the Public "Human beings have mastered the art of self sabotage now it's time for us to master the art of self-love", says co-curator Dana DellaCamera Imagine a world where you are lit up with excitement because of the miracles you are creating for yourself Where you allow yourself to dream, trust, develop, risk, expand, take action and create without limitations! When we listen to our hearts and trust our inner selves we experience a burst of energy and discover our true purpose That is the concept and focus of the show "On Cloud 9" is an inspirational and innovative journey through art where the soul is realized and takes flight The show will leave you elevated Come evolve with us and let your spirit soar! There will be several featured artists on each of the 3 gallery floor levels On the first floor, up and coming industrial design innovator, Jeff Olivier will be revealing his newest works Jeff will be showcasing radical designs that break design rules regarding materials and production Items will be made by wood, metal, glass, plastic, fiberglass, recycled materials, concrete, and cork Jeff possesses a minimal, modern, and sleek style with an interesting use of unique materials Jeff will be displaying a variety of product and industrial design pieces including everything from consumer products and furniture to new product packaging and branding styles Jeff is currently experimenting with green and environmentally friendly materials to create a public lounge seating area that is ergonomically correct and which encourages interaction This piece will integrate TV monitors and USB ports and will be powered by solar panels At the gallery opening Jeff Olivier will be launching his new design firm, The Boom Factory The Boom Factory will be focusing on community involvement and engagement, as well as, educating clients on the industrial process from beginning to end The second floor will feature a variety of artists including Diego Romero, Melisa Caprio, Omnia Masoud, Eliane Harvey and many more In addition to being in art heaven, Bars Healing expert, Tara Taglienti will be facilitating free 15 minute individual healing sessions for guests on opening night For more information on Bars Healing visit: http://digitaranet/healing-energetics/ The third floor will be transformed into a retro lounge playing ethereal music by the infamous DJ One Star with refreshments provided by Zen Bartending Entrepreneur and emerging artist Jessica Kizorek will be showing her first "Inner Light" series featuring back lit art that is sure to create a dynamic and sheik ambiance Kizorek's pieces will be complimented by photographer Melisa Caprio who wants to know, "What are you manifesting?" This is the question she asks in her latest project "Postcards to the Universe" Caprio was inspired to use photography to help people manifest their desires Through her own desires being fulfilled she wanted to inspire others to do the same and capture the experience through her art People from all over the world write their Affirmations on postcards and mail them to her She then photographs the cards in nature and compiles them to give people the opportunity to see their Affirmation in a published book, Postcards to the UniverseTM A portion of the proceeds from the book are used to benefit different organizations around the world At the gallery opening there will be an interactive activity for guests to write their own manifestations and be part of the magic and art Performing artist, singer and songwriter Dana DellaCamera will performing inspired numbers throughout the evening with choreography by Stephanie Espinosa Dana is known for her surprise entrances and audience participation She guarantees to be entertaining, creative, and daring, a must see for the evening For more information on Dana and to hear her music visit: http://danamdellacamerawixcom/danadellacamera The show will culminate with a closing event on September 7th from 6:00pm-9:00pm hosted by Dana DellaCamera called "Spark” which will be a networking event for artists and people wanting to connect with artists Dana is launching "Spark" because it aligns with her Life and Business Coaching by Dana Company, where business meets art! Dana is committed that people do what they love and make a living doing it Drinks and refreshments will be provided Admission is free and there will be a 30 minute presentation on how artists can direct more traffic to their websites to generate sales 1310 Gallery is located at 1310 SW 2nd Ct (Middle St), Ft Lauderdale, FL 33312 1310 Gallery is an artist-run collective that offers over 2400 square feet of exhibition space split into 3 levels, and housed within ArtSpace’s live/work facility, Sailboat Bend Artist Lofts 1310 Gallery rotates art exhibitions monthly and also hosts performances and workshops The gallery is open by appointment in addition to the Opening & Closing receptions Admission is free For further information please call 786-285-9243  ]]>

Sunday Confessional

06-05-2011 - 01-01-2037

Andrews Living Arts Studio

http://andrewslvingarts.com

Admission: $7 in advance $10 at door

800-838-3006

http://andrewslvingarts.com

Start Time(s): 7:30 doors open

An open Mic collection of Journal Entries, Songs, Poetry & Spoken Word In front of an audience or Anonymous Your Choice]]>