Taking place from May 30th – June 7th, the Brazilian Film Festival in Miami was the first festival completely dedicated to Brazilian movies. Since its inception, the Brazilian Film Festival is now in its 12th year and has grown to become an official event in the city’s cultural calendar. The programming brings a mixture of competitive and parallel screenings, open air cinemas, debates and a business fair called the Market Place and has expanded into many areas of the world including Buenos Aires, Madrid, Milan, New York and Barcelona.

This year, the festival began with an outdoor screening of Urban Snap-shots, the 2007 Best Picture Public choice on the beach and continues throughout the week at a variety of Miami Beach venues such as The Colony Theatre, Wolfsonian Museum and the Miami Beach Cinematheque. A Crystal Lens Award will be presented for the best film, best director, best actor, best art direction and many more. For a schedule of events, visit their website.

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Drive down to Delray Beach for the 11th Annual Delray Beach Craft Festival. This outdoor craft festival is located at the Tennis Center just off Atlantic Avenue and features a collection of handmade jewelry, acrylic paintings, glass votives among other crafts. There is also a green market there with plants, orchids and exotic soaps.

Majestic Saturdays at Nikki Marina

The Majestic Group and The Nikki Marina Family invite you to Majestic Saturdays at Nikki Marina in Hollywood. This newly relocated event brings you a dance floor, a DJ, yachts and free admission before 12:30 with an advance RSVP.

Sunday at the Meyer Amphitheatre

The Atlanta Rhythm Section will be featured this Sunday at the Meyer taking place from 4:30 – 7:30 at the Meyer Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach.

Summer Sizzle Jerk and Caribbean Culture Festival

Mon, 5/26 1:00 – 9:00 pm at the Meyer Amphitheatre

Featuring the fine cuisines, fashion, art and live performances of reggae artist, Full A Vibes presents the 5th Annual Caribbean Culture Festival . This event only costs $5 and attempts to raise the cultural awareness of the Caribbean culture to the West Palm Beach community. There will also be activities available for children including rock climbing, face painting, and bounce houses.

Summer Music in the Park on Monday

Featuring New Gardens Band playing Patriotic Music located at Mizner Park Amphitheater on Federal Highway in Boca Raton, 561-393-7806

Also, on Monday there will be a Memorial Day Ceremony honoring veterans at 9:00 am in Pembroke Pines. This will include a presentation of colors, speakers and wreath laying.

Abokado Social

This new hotspot in Mary Brickell Village is the perfect place to cool off with drink specials on Mondays between 4 – 7 pm. $3 draft beer, $6 specialty martinis, mojitos and wine by the glass. They also offer 12-14 menu items ranging from $5-$7

Three Martini Lunch at Badrutt’s Place

hmm..what a way to end the weekend. Badrutt’s place is the place to go to end the weekend. Offering a three course Mediterranean meal, Badrutt’s pairs each course with one of their signature martinis including the: saketini, espresso martini and a classic martini. They also offer this all week long. (OK this might not be inexpensive, but its quite unique and i couldn’t resist adding it to the list)

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A – Discover a new favorite artist at Miami Beach’s top art festival, Art Basel.

B – Spend an afternoon at Bal Harbour, an ultra-luxe shopping center

C – Café Boulud is the place to be on Tuesday and Saturday nights for their popular lounge nights.

D – Dolphins Stadium

E – Rent a kayak and paddle your way through the southern and western coasts of Everglades National Park

F – Discover a collection of rare, tropical plants at Fairchild Garden

G – Gleason Theater

H – Enjoy the energy of Ocean Drive, as you stay at Hotel Victor, a charming 1930’s style luxurious boutique hotel.

I – Watch as the big screen comes to life at the IMAX at the Fort Lauderdale Museum of Discovery and Science

J – Sample a selection of ceviche “by the spoon” in the heart of Coconut Grove at Jaguar

K – Featuring the finest cuts of beef, Kobe Club is adorned with a canopy made of 2000 samurai swords covering the dining room

L – Stroll down Lincoln Road while exploring the multitude of chic shops, art galleries and outdoor cafes

M – Miami City Ballet

N- News Café

O – If you want to people watch and enjoy the beautiful people of Miami Beach, Ocean Drive is the place to be.

P – Parrot Jungle Island

Q – Dive into a freshwater pool, attempt to cable water ski or rent a boat at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield.

R – Redland International Orchid Festival

S – The South Florida Boat Show draws over 20,000 attendees each year as it features new power boats and personal watercraft.

T – Throw a plate on the floor or dance on the tables at Taverna Opa.

U – University of Miami

V – Venetian Pool

W – Once home to Chef Michael Bloise, Wish has become a mainstay.

X – X-treme Indoor Rock Climbing

Y – Try some Guava BBQ Baby Back Ribs, Churrasco or some Shredded Yuca Fries at Yuca, an upscale Cuban restaurant located on Lincoln Road.

Z – Experience the adventure of weightlessness at Zero-G.

If you would like to add anything to the list, I would love your input.

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