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BY KEN HUNT FALL INTO FITNESS

ith the change of seasons comes a renewed time to rethink and restart. The year is not over yet! You still have time to make good on this year's resolutions and to get a head start on your goals for 2013. These months are a great time to exercise outdoors and enjoy cooler temperatures.

Discover park trails and take in some new scenery, whether you're walking, hiking, biking, rowing, or enjoying any other outdoor activity. Try kayaking or canoeing for an excellent whole-body workout and a great change of pace. Remember, it doesn't have to seem like exercise to be a great workout. Even raking leaves or doing outdoor yard work is a great way to get the heart pumping and burn calories.

Are you geared up for the fall premieres of your favorite television shows? While you watch, do standing lunges, triceps dips off the couch, or lift weights. During commercials, do push-ups, planks, or stretch. In a one-hour show, you probably have close to 20 minutes worth of commercials when you could be working out.

The best way to enjoy fall is to exercise outdoors, but it is getting darker earlier and staying dark later in the morning, so be smart and safe. Wear reflective clothing or carry a flashlight. When cycling, affix a light to your helmet or bike. If possible, use trails or a local school track to avoid vehicle traffic. If you must use a street with vehicle traffic, try to work out at the same time every day, so drivers get used to seeing you. When exercising outside, layer your clothing. Before your body warms up, you may feel chilled, but once the blood gets pumping, you'll feel overdressed.

Fall is the time to rejuvenate the body, mind and spirit. Get a massage after your run or take an additional 20 minutes to stretch and relax. Learn to meditate. Take an art or cooking class. Treat yourself, not just with exercise, but other activities that promote wellness, so you can feel good physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

People are motivated by different things. It's important to first discover what your individual goals are, whether it's losing weight, strengthening and ton- ing, or preparing for a race. Creating a challenge for yourself will motivate you, as will encouragement and accountability. Then choose an activity that is in line with your goals and that you will enjoy doing because you will be more likely to keep it up.

Remember that 65 percent of Americans are considered overweight (and unhealthy), so if you struggle with your nutrition and your fitness, you are not alone. Find a friend, a group, or a team to stay active with and hold each other accountable. In my experience, there truly is strength in numbers. By allowing others in to your fitness journey you will be setting yourself up for success.

Get a jumpstart on your health and wellness goals for 2013 by falling in love with fitness this season. See health and fitness as a reward, not a chore. Treating your body with respect and focusing on a healthy lifestyle truly is a reward that keeps on giving in so many ways, for years to come.

ublishing a weekly magazine keeps you ex- tremely busy and always thinking two or three issues ahead, while trying to finish and publish the magazine for the particular week you are working on. So your life – days, weeks, and months – can go by very fast. This week I was reminded of Rafa Carvajal that when I went back to the Lost & Found Saloon Publisher/Editor in Chief and realized that five years had gone by since I set foot inside and KB, the owner, offered me my first Associate Publisher glass of pumpkin beer – before Halloween 2007. Jesse Spencer

The food at L&F Saloon is still as unique, hand- Associate Editor made, fresh, and made to order today as it was Antwyone Ingram five years ago when I first stepped into a place Design & Production Director that reminded me of the Old West movies I used to Jose Gonzalez watch with my dad. However, a lot has changed in the neighborhood. New development has brought many new restaurants to Midtown, Columnists Wynwood, and the Design District, and landlords now feel they can charge a lot more Alfredo Barrios in rent, even though the economy is still slow and people are limiting their spending. Alyn Darnay Dane Steele Green Seven years after he first opened the Lost & Found Saloon at 185 NW 36th St. in Ken Hunt Miami, KB is still serving that delectable pumpkin beer every Halloween season. He Michael Sasser also continues to work very long hours, without any vacation time, to keep alive his Kevin Wynn dream of owning such a unique place just a couple of blocks away from the Midtown Miami Target. I encourage you to join the many locals, artists, truckers, and industry Writers people who love a delectable meal and a fine selection of brews until the wee hours James Cubby of the morning, and stop by to say hello to KB. Support his dream of owning his own Neil Andrew Frias business and bringing something different and special to Miami. Anthony Japour, MD

On another note, this weekend Jesse Spencer and I attended Sparkle, the 16th Annual Staff Photographer National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Miami Recognition Dinner. I am glad to report Henry Perez that this year's affair was as wonderful as ever! Over 800 guests helped raised more than $500,000 during a fabulous dinner, silent auction, and awards presentation. Official Photography Studio The LGBT community and its supporters came together to honor Matt Foreman and Image1stmiami.com Elizabeth F. Schwartz for their contributions at the local, statewide, and national level, Photographers while also raising vital funding to benefit many organizations serving the Miami-Dade Sebastian Barone Photography LGBT community. Juan Saco Mironoff

Cheers, Local Advertising [email protected] Rafa National Advertising Rep. Publisher & Editor in Chief Rivendell Media | 212.242.6863 [email protected] Editorial Submissions [email protected] Contact Information Tel: 305.520.WIRE | Fax: 786.272.0123 Email: [email protected] Lost & Found Saloon 1541 Brickell Avenue, #2004, Miami, FL 33129

Wire Magazine is published, produced, and owned by Wire Media Group L.L.C. All Rights Reserved Distributed in Miami, The Beaches, and Fort Lauderdale Rafa Carvajal & Jesse Spencer at 2012 Miami Recognition Dinner Cover Image Credit: Robert Ector

Image Credit: © D.v | Stock Free Images & Dreamstime Photos YOUR POISON BY DANE STEELE GREEN Sparkle: 16th Annual Miami Recognition Dinner And who said @ Sparkle Ballroom gay boys were photos by Juan Saco Mironoff The 16th Annual Miami Recognition Dinner superficial? produced by the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force delivered a glamorous evening of recognition, plus the highly acclaimed silent auction at any vacationers plan their trip the desert vastness of central Asia, can the Sparkle Ballroom in the Fontainebleau Miami according to the sites they want stop you dead in your tracks with stun- Beach. Lavar Burton hosted this year’s event. to see and activities they want to ning combinations of jewel-colored eyes do. I agree. Particularly if it’s the men you and calligraphic features. And then there want to see. And do. Here’s a list of coun- is India; the first time I saw Hritik Roshan, tries to visit strictly for men living in them: the H-O-T King of Bollywood, I nearly fell off my chair. Nothing against the Taj Ma- Tall, dark, and handsome? Sicily, Crete, hal, but the best sights of India may just and Malta are the places to be. But be your tour guides. And if you’ve not maybe you dig the blond and blue-eyed seen Jake Gordon, you’ve not seen how boys—head over to Berlin and Stock- drop-dead an Australian Aborigine can holm. And if you like ‘em fiery, the red- get. heads of Ireland cannot be beat. Just check out WWE wrestler Sheamus. Sigh. Or maybe a good mix does it for you. Ethnographers recently posited the idea Or maybe a dazzling smile does it for that because of ever increasing inter- you. In which case, Thailand wins hands mating, humanity will eventually end up down. While we all may snicker at looking Brazilian. Which is NOT a bad “Bangkok,” the nation is so famous for thing if you have ever seen a Brazilian. its pretty pearlies that “Land of Smiles” is Lebanon is even further along, having now the all-but-official motto for the coun- been polished by centuries of Phoeni- try. Polynesia scores high here too, with cians, Persians, Romans, Greeks, Arabs, the added perk of being laid-back to the point of being liquid. and European Crusaders to a multi-ethnic brilliancy. But say you go for “exotic.” It’s a big cat- egory, but what it comes down to is that Do you like men who know how to move? you like mystery, foreign-ness, and some- An Argentine who doesn’t know how thing different from what we see every to dance is like a mathematician who day, no matter how breathtaking. Some doesn’t know how to add. Japanese men of the most amazing faces I’ve ever seen corner the market on feline grace, and it come from South Africa and Botswana— goes without saying that the French know and South Africa is one of the gay-friend- a thing or two about being…sensual. liest countries on Earth. Again, Polynesia scores here—have you seen how they dance? Who knew you Africa, however, doesn’t corner the mar- could have a jackhammer for hips? ket on amazing faces (no offense): Tur- TO VIEW ADDITIONAL PHOTOS key, whose people originally came from www.SteeleTravel.com FROM THIS & OTHER EVENTS VISIT: WWW.WIREWEEKLY.COM

HEPATITIS C

Image Credit: © Anatoly43 | Stock Free Images & Dreamstime Photos The Silent Epidemic

hether the beautiful and talented 60-90% success rate with the new and cur- actress, Angelina Jolie does or rent standard-of-care treatment, a cocktail does not have Hepatitis C infec- of three drugs including Interferon, Ribavi- tion, and does or does not need a liver rin and one of the recently approved prote- transplant, as recently reported in the Hol- ase inhibitors— Boceprevir (Victrelis™) or lywood gossip tabloids, it raised aware- Telaprevir (Incivek™). ness about the silent epidemic of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV). Why should Hepatitis C be treated? Hepatitis C causes liver diseases such as The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and liver cirrhosis, as well as liver cancer, and Prevention (CDC) recently issued, to some, is the leading reason for liver transplants a surprising news release recommending in the U.S. that all "baby boomers" (the generation born from 1945 through1965) should have The CDC estimates that 1-in-30 baby a one-time test for HCV. While Hepatitis C boomers (about two million Americans) has been around for decades it was not have been infected with Hepatitis C – until 1992 when a blood test was finally perhaps decades ago – and most do not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Ad- know it, have never been screened and ministration and the blood supply could be don't perceive themselves to be at risk. screened and protected. Perhaps because the available treatments were met with Who is at risk for Hepatitis C? Per- limited success, the CDC did not recom- sons at risk for Hepatitis C include those mend routine screening. However, a year sharing drug needles, blood exchanged ago, the FDA approved two new drugs for during rough sex without a condom, con- Hepatitis C, markedly increasing treatment taminated tattoo needles, contaminated success and hopefully decreasing the long- body-piercing needles, sharing cocaine term risks of no treatment. straws, and all persons who received a blood transfusion before 1992. There is What are the symptoms of Hepati- a high rate of HIV and HCV co-infection tis C? There are no symptoms of Hepatitis and Hepatitis C progresses to liver cirrho- C and it can take 30 years for signs to sis faster in HIV-positive persons. It is esti- appear, which is often too late for effective mated that in the U.S. there are four times treatment. When detected early, however, as many people living with Hepatitis C newly available therapies can cure the in- compared to HIV. Get tested, get treated, fection. Unlike chronic viral infections such it’s potentially curable! as HIV, Hepatitis B, and Herpes, Hepatitis C can be cured with treatment. Anthony Japour, MD is a post-graduate trained and former HIV/AIDS Researcher How is Hepatitis C treated? Until a and Assistant Professor at Harvard Medical year ago, the treatment success was only School. Presently Dr. Japour is a Health & approximately 20-30% with a combina- Wellness Physician at Elite Medical Group TO VIEW ADDITIONAL PHOTOS tion of two drugs- Interferon and Ribavirin. at the Mt. Sinai Medical Center campus. FROM THIS & OTHER EVENTS VISIT: Now, the most harmful strain—Hepatitis C Contact Dr. Japour for an appointment at WWW.WIREWEEKLY.COM genotype I virus—can be treated with a [email protected]

FINDING THE LOST & FOUND SALOON

umpkin beer anyone? KB, the owner of the The Lost & Found Saloon, has the best seasonal pumpkin beer in celebration of Halloween this time of the year. This unique restaurant takes you out of Miami into the old West/Southwest. “The food is unique, handmade, fresh, made to order; no fryer, no microwave. It's like going on vacation while being in Miami,” says KB. L&F Saloon is also a hangout for many locals, artists, truckers, and industry people who love to stop by for a delectable meal and a fine selection of brews until closing time at 3 a.m. X CHICKEN ENCHILADA SOUP SOUTHWESTERN SALAD WITH BBQ CHICKEN ADD ON MARKS THE SPOT

hen a small-town girl from Texas a diabetic a toothache. But underneath won first place in a singing com- all the saccharine-infused productions, petition on live TV, she completely Lloyd’s potent pipes could prove to be changed the game for aspiring pop stars more seasoned than we think once she’s all over the country. Over a decade later, claimed the sweet spot in our kitchens. POSSE ENERGY BURRITO CADILLAC BURGER WITH CHEESE & BACON our obsession with belting battles has spawned over a dozen reality-singing Sometimes second place isn’t such a competitions all over the world. One of bad place to be. Just ask X Factor Sea- the most famous, X Factor, was launched son 6 runner-up Olly Murs. Like Cher, the in the UK by reality Kingpin, Simon Cow- 28-year-old was signed to Syco Music ell, and then cloned across the pond just and released his debut single not long af- a few years later. Like its Yankee prede- ter his stint. His first UK hit “Please Don’t cessor, American Idol, X Factor (UK) cata- Let Me Go” also opened at #1. But that’s pulted the careers of some of Europe’s where the similarities end. With two al- hottest pop stars. Now two of X’s alumni, bums now under his belt, Olly is prep- Cher Lloyd and Olly Murs, are about to ping to bring his soul-inspired sound to test their talents on American soil armed the States with his U.S. debut Right Place with their very first U.S. albums. Right Time. The new album, dropping in December, will include a few tracks from Cher Lloyd got her big break on X Fac- his current UK smash In Case You Didn’t tor’s seventh season. Ironically she only Know plus a few extras made just for us. came in forth, but was still swooped up by Cowell and signed to Syco Music Unlike Cher’s uber-pop effort, hottie Olly’s (Sony). Her first UK single “Swagger Jag- throwback style is a little more outside the ger” was welcomed at #1 followed by a box than we’re used to on this side of the #4 climax for her debut album Sticks & map. Then again, the same was once said JUMBO COOKIE A LA MODE Stones. We got our first official intro to about another Brit who’s spent the last CHIP HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE the 19-year-old diva back in May with her year and a half “Rolling” in the dough off recent Platinum single “Want You Back,” just one album of the same genre. Since which set the stage for her Sticks & Stones we’re just barely through the second sea- U.S. release earlier this month. Like the son of XFUS, it’s still too early to tell if our lead single, the album is a sugarcoated talent will have the same worldwide suc- I must agree that the food is delicious and fresh. L&F Saloon has a special brunch and cocktail of bubblegum swirled in sweet cess as their European counterparts. But lunch menu from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. that offers diners a delightful array of choices at themes and sticky hooks enough to give as for the UK it looks like X marks the spot. very affordable prices, in addition to their regular menu. I particularly enjoyed the Chicken Enchilada Soup and the Posse Energy Burrito with BBQ Chicken. Plus the lus- cious, homemade Chocolate Chip Jumbo Cookie a la Mode is to die for! If you’re a recording artist, musician or producer and would like your work featured in TOP TRAX, hit me up at [email protected] Lost & Found Saloon, 185 NW 36th St, Miami, FL 33127

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Friday Night Fun @ TWIST BIG photos by Henry Perez MOVIES OF WINTER 2012 Guests enjoyed a fabulous night at TWIST with delicious beats t’s that time of year when studios and distributors start their annual “bid for awards” and a crowd that was sure to please. Seven different bars, stiff by releasing their best films. Awards won and flashed in front of the public on any drinks, beautiful dancers, and, of course, the only place where of the dozen awards shows increases a film’s possibility of earning big profits; there’s “Never a cover...Always a groove.” that’s the real holy grail of the industry.

The films are grouped to drive you into theaters and they are betting that some “great films” will put you in theater seats over and over again. The dearth of watchable films over the last two years has cost the industry billions of dollars and they hope the race to the end of the year will cure some of that.

This year you’ll find a bit of everything. They’re shot gunning for your attention. And, there are some real gems among the films coming. Here’s a quick run down of some films I think you might want to watch for. Enjoy…I’ll see you at a movie soon.

OCTOBER: Bella (Kristen Stewart) gather other vam- Seven Psychopaths - The misadven- pire clans in order to protect their child. tures of a struggling screenwriter (Colin Farrell) entangled in the LA underworld Red Dawn – In this well crafted Re- after his two oddball friends (Christopher make, the Wolverines are lead by Chris Walken, Sam Rockwell) kidnap a gang- Hemsworth, Josh Hutcherson, Adrianne ster's (Woody Harrelson) beloved Shih Palicki, Josh Peck, Isabel Lucas and Con- Tzu. nor Cruise. The North Koreans are the invaders this time. Cloud Atlas - The ambitious adaptation Hitchcock – Starring Anthony Hopkins it of David Mitchell’s novel, co-written/di- tracks how Hitchcock, at the height of his rected by Andy & Lana Wachowski (The game, decided to make a "lowly" horror Matrix) and Tom Tykwer (Run Lola Run) movie called Psycho. that features six century-spanning story- lines. DECEMBER: NOVEMBER: The Hobbit: An Unexpected Jour- ney - J.R.R. Tolkien's The Hobbit, directed TO VIEW ADDITIONAL PHOTOS The Man With The Iron Fists – Cra- by Peter Jackson as three separate mov- FROM THIS & OTHER EVENTS VISIT: zy kung fu action staring RZA, Russell ies, set in Middle-earth 60 years before WWW.WIREWEEKLY.COM Crowe, Cung Le, Lucy Liu, Jamie Chung, Lord of the Rings. Rick Yune, and David Bautista. Zero Dark Thirty - Kathryn Bigelow's “A front-runner for best American film of the year.” Skyfall - Daniel Craig stars as James new military film about the US Navy SEAL -ERIC HYNES, THE VILLAGE VOICE Bond 007, with Javier Bardem, Dame Team 6 hunt for Osama bin Laden and Judi Dench as M, Ralph Fiennes, Albert the mission that caught and killed him. “Exquisitely, even thrillingly authentic.” Finney, and Naomie Harris. Jack Reacher – Tom Cruise as ex-military -A.0. SCOTT, THE NEW YORK TIMES investigator Jack Reacher on the trail of Thure Lindhardt Zachary Booth Lincoln - Daniel Day-Lewis (There Will a military sniper in this explosive action Be Blood) as 16th President Abraham Lin- film. coln. The story covers the last four months of his life. With Sally Field, Tommy Lee Les Misérables - An adaptation of the A film by Ira Sachs © Southport Music Box Corp Jones, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Jackie stage musical based on Victor Hugo's Earle Haley. novel. Paroled prisoner Jean Valjean, keepthelightsonfilm.com musicboxfilms.com facebook.com/keepthelightsonfilm twitter.com/ktlomovie Hugh Jackman, seeks redemption. With TOWER THEATRE The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Anne Hathaway as Fantine, Amanda STARTS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12 1508 SW 8th Street, Miami – Part 2 - Edward (Robert Pattinson) and Seyfried, and Eddie Redmayne. (305) 642-1264

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ranchelle Davis, better known as “Frenchie” to the world, first blessed the masses with her immaculate voice as she effortlessly belted her tunes on television screens in living rooms across the country on the second season of, American Idol. Her personable demeanor and earth-shattering voice made her a favorite among the judg- es and her newly found fan base. Little did Frenchie know that placing as a semi-finalist on a reality TV show would catapult her into a flourishing career not only in the music industry, but also on Broadway.

Her upbringing in theater during her days in Washington D.C and Los Angeles were evident in her stage presence during her stint playing ensemble roles in the Broadway musical Rent in 2003. Davis was also cast in the role of Ef- fie in a 2004 West-coast touring production of Dreamgirls, and later rejoined fellow second season American Idol par- Image Credit: Robert Ector ticipants Ruben Studdard and Trenyce Cobbins in the 30th- anniversary national tour of Aint Misbehvain, for which she received a Grammy nomination.

There was no feat too large as Frenchie continued to pursue her dreams. In 2009 Frenchie was featured on Tony Moran’s Mix Magic Music album on the debut single “You Are” which peaked at number 5 on the Billboard hot club play chart. Most recently Frenchie was a contestant on NBC’s hit vocal competition The Voice, placing as a Top Four Finalist, in Christina Aguilera’s team of 8, putting Davis in the spotlight once again for her passionate vocals.

With her cover of David Guetta and Kelly Rowland’s “When Love Takes Over” placing #3 on iTunes Dance chart, and a new smash single, “Love’s Got A Hold of Me” on the airways and in nightclubs across the country, what’s next for this beacon of inspiration? Wire Magazine catches up with Frenchie to discuss her career, her recent decision to come out of the closet, and what that means for her future.

First we’d like to say congrats to you Frenchie! What influ- enced your decision to come out of the closet? Aw, thank you! It wasn’t a pre-planned decision. I’d been out among my family and friends since I was 16 years old and never really thought it to be anyone else’s business. But one day I was doing an in- terview and I was asked a direct question and in the moment, I chose to answer it honestly.

What was the scariest moment of coming out? I think I was most concerned about how the media scrutiny would af- fect my parents.

How is your life different now that you have publicly dis- closed your sexual orientation? It is pretty much the same.

Was your new single “Love's Got a Hold on Me” based on a personal experience? Partially.

Stage lights go dim, and audiences go home. When that happens, I need to be able to sleep at night, knowing that I live my life truthfully.

Do you feel coming out hurts or helps your career? Please explain. That’s hard to say. My most loyal fan base has always been the gay community and I’d say they love me even more now…other fans may be turned off by it, I don’t know and I can afford to care. Stage lights go dim, and audiences go home. When that happens, I need to be able to sleep at night, knowing that I live my life truthfully.

Who is your greatest recording artist idol and why? I have several. Aretha, Whitney, Sylvester, Grace Jones, Tina Turner, and Freddie Mercury. Why? Amazing vocalists, amazing performers, incomparable.

What was it like to perform on the Broadway show Rent and to have your own solo “Seasons of Love?” How did your Broadway experience enhance your overall career? I LOVED it. I have so many fond memories of RENT and I made life- long friends there. Broadway, along with my theatre education, gave me discipline. Eight shows a week is not for the faint hearted.

If you could only choose one, theatre or a solo career, which would you prefer and why? Theatre. It’s the real deal.

How did The Voice influence your career? Many of the songs that I was given on the show were dance songs and that helped to open a whole new window of possibility for me, as far as my musical style was concerned.

What is your fondest memory from the launch of your career until now? I have so many, but I often find myself giggling aloud when I look back on the Broadway days and think of my friends in NYC.

Do you have any words of wisdom to anyone who may be unsure about coming out? I would just tell them that life is so much fun, when you love who you are and life is too short to waste time internalizing how other people process your own self-acceptance. I’m not going to lie and say that it’s easy, but I can truthfully say that it’s worth it.

What's next for Frenchie Davis? Christmas music and a new single coming soon, shortly followed by the full album. Image Credit: Walid Azami Image Credit: Walid

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Saturday, October 13th, enjoy $5 vodka cocktails, $7 martinis and Wantand “I To Want Know To WhatKnow Love What Is.” Love Is.” 2012. 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Show will run CLASSIFIEDS $3 beers. No cover. BASS MUSEUM OF ART: Unnatural, TWIST: Pop Mondays with Nathan in the a group show focused on the conflict be- video bar and Arrasando Latin Talent w/ tween the natural and unnatural in society, Poizon Ivy. Hosted by Marco Perez and VJ science, and other aspects of life. Show- casing 24 artists and artist teams. Thurs – Nicolas Torres in Bar Five. Sounds by DJ Sun thru November 4. Jason Gonzales! DESIGN FOR A LIVING WORLD: An TUESDAY OCTOBER 16 exhibition that includes works from design- ers like Isaac Mizrahi and Kate Spade, at MOVA: S.I.N. Tuesdays. Service Industry Coral Gables Museum thru October 26. Night. $7 Stoli cocktails, $50 Finlandia and $100 Stoli bottle specials. MIAMI ART MUSUEM: Rashid Johnson: Message to Our Folks, is the first solo exhi- PALACE: “Dine with the Stars” hosted by bition from the NY-based artist. His broad Daisy Deadpetals starting at 7 p.m. featur- selection of work, including sculptures, ing a full roster of impersonators and show- paintings, and videos force viewers to stopping performances. Special guest confront the truth and fictions about racial hosts and performances every week, with identity. Running thru November 4. dinner specials starting at $19.95. MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART: WANT TO LIST YOUR EVENT IN GOING OUT OR ADVERTISE HERE? SCORE: Planeta Macho, the hottest Latin Trading Places II as part of the Knight Ex- Party in Miami Beach, featuring Latin beats hibition series showcases the works of 5 visit www.wireweekly.com/advertising by award-winning DJ George Ferrero. Miami artists: Dona Altemus, Onajide Sha-

ince it’s existence in 1962, the majestic Miami Beach Botanical Gardens has always strived to provide the public with access to the botanical garden while preserving green space, promoting green living and creating environmental education programs for both children and adults. Originally called the “Garden Center,” the site sat on the historic Collins Canal. Throughout the 1900s, the green space wore many hats, ultimately falling prey to the surrounding tourism, economic recessions, World Wars, and of course, hurricanes. The Art Deco renaissance arose in the 1980s and unfortunately The Garden had nearly vanished by that time. Residents approached the city of Miami Beach in 1996 in hopes to revive the gardens, ultimately resulting in the creation of the Miami Beach Garden Conservancy, a non-profit that would restore the Garden, into what is today’s progressive venue for arts and cultural programming, environmental education and cultural tourism. The Miami Beach Botanical Garden now under the Cindy Brown direction of Cindy Brown, is ready to celebrate 50 years! We talk with the Executive Director as she fills us in on the celebration, as well as what’s to come for the enchanting urban green space. Join in on the two-tier celebration Thursday October 25th. Tier 1 will feature a VIP dinner, cocktails, dancing, and entertainment. Tier 2 of the event (After Party) will feature dessert buffets, cocktails and dancing. VIP Tickets (6-11pm) are $150 (Members - $125) and After Party tickets (8:30-11pm) are $50 (Members - $40).

Many of our readers know you from your po- den see any more art installations in the near portunities. We are happy to assist anyone who wants sitions as the Operations Director of Pride and future? to determine the best option for giving. the LGBT Visitor Center. Can you explain your Following Art Basel in December, a series of colorful, new role as the Director at the Miami Beach metal outdoor sculptures will be installed throughout the What do you attribute the longevity of the Mi- Botanical Garden? Garden. The art, created by Gus and Lina Ocamposilva, ami Beach Botanical Garden to (50 years)? I am very happy to have been selected as the new Execu- is an interpretation of the world where the artists were The Garden is one of the jewels of Miami Beach. Long tive Director at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. As raised; the Andes and the Tropics, a world filled with ago, the city made a commitment to preserve this space the ED, I am responsible for all of the operations, mem- great diversity and colors. These sculptures are reminis- even as buildings were erected around us and concrete bership, fundraising finance and programming. It is the cent of the Art Deco style, yet stand alone as their own was poured to create more parking. Both residents and perfect next step for me. art form. The bright colors, empty space, and balanced visitors have enjoyed the garden and have played an ac- forms complement the naturalistic feel of outdoor spaces tive role in ensuring that we can continue to be here for Why do you feel preserving this "green space" such as the Garden. In fact, the first inspiration for the all to experience. is so important? sculptures came from a spider web. Like the spider web, With very little green space in Miami Beach, and all of the sculptures themselves capture elements from nature Aside from being a beautiful "green space," the condos and apartments with no backyards, having that are their permanent inspiration. what other services does the Miami Beach Bo- tanical Garden offer? this little oasis among the concrete is essential. The garden has many workshops and activities ranging Will guests be able to indulge in the Garden's from how to grow vegetables on your balcony, flower What made you choose a Rat Pack 1960s beautiful horticulture during the event or is the arranging and photography. We also have a weekly theme for the anniversary celebration? celebration limited to certain areas within the Wholesome Grocer, cooking classes, summer art pro- The Garden was founded in 1961, so we are essentially garden? gram for kids and ongoing music and art performances celebrating the origins. Miami Beach was really hop- Guests will be free to roam the grounds as they wish; and installations. ping in the ‘60s with celebrities frequenting the Fontaine- however some areas are not very well lit. We are begin- bleau and Jackie Gleason doing his show at what is now ning a fundraising campaign to install lighting so that all Is the anything else you would like to share The Fillmore. We thought it was a perfect way to connect areas of the garden will be accessible in the evenings. with Wire Magazine's readers? with our roots…pun definitely intended… Our hope is that will be complete just after the beginning Miami Beach Botanical Gardens, is one of the best-kept of 2013. secrets in Miami Beach. If you haven’t visited us, make Do guests have to conform to the theme to at- a plan to. We have wireless access so come sit under a tend the anniversary party? In what ways can someone donate or contrib- tree and answer those e-mails, or just watch the clouds We ask that guests come in their best ‘60s glam, but we ute to the Miami Beach Botanical Garden? float by. really just want everyone to have a good time. What- There are a number of options for those wishing to sup- ever inspires you is just perfect. port the garden. There are different levels of member- If you want to support us either with a donation, in-kind ship starting at just $35. There are also opportunities for services or volunteer hours please reach out to us and we Aside from The Bigfoot, will the Botanical Gar- naming gifts with garden signage and sponsorship op- welcome you.