October 26, 2012 - 7 to 11 pm

COME CELEBRATE
VIERNES CULTURALES/CULTURAL FRIDAY
October 26, 2012 - 7 to 11 pm
Miami's best arts and music festival on the last Friday of every month,
from 7 to 11 pm on SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho) between 13th and 18th
Avenues. Join us Friday for a fun filled evening!
Where: Domino Plaza, at SW 15th Ave & 8th St.
Join us in celebrating another Viernes Cultural/Cultural Friday. Little Havana's
popular art and culture festival is a great event for the whole family. Enjoy music
and discover works by local artists and artisans in and around our iconic Domino
Plaza on SW 8th Street and SW 15th Avenue, and behold contemporary and
historic artworks at our many fine art galleries along Calle Ocho. Finish off your
fabulous Friday night by savoring a delicious dinner at one of our various
restaurants, boasting cuisine from all over the world. Come dance, eat, shop and
enjoy a delightful evening in Little Havana!
Artevivo Academy
Come enjoy a performance by members of this arts and dance academy for
children from 3 to 12 years old. Artevivo will delight us with an array of dances
and artistry showcased by these talented children. Artevivo Art School is
committed to providing an excellent dance program in a safe, family-oriented
environment.
Where: Domino Plaza
When: 7:00 - 7:30 pm
Valery
Miami's Valery has performed in many local arenas including the AT&T Young
Stars Showcase. She was part of the Latin recording of "We Are the World" and
has appeared in various TV programs and competed in the program "Minuto de
Fama".
Singing tracks like "How high the moon", "Cry me a river" with her sultry voice
and her passion for jazz she blends a perfect combination to enjoy this up and
coming singer.
Where: Domino Plaza
When: 8:00 pm to 8:30 pm
The Inner Nacional Sound
Argentinian Christian Monzon and Montana native Valerie Carr's passion for
music and the lore of Latin American heritage a very unique blend. Based in Key
West, their repertoire mixes South American modern and traditional folk with
classic rock. They are the hosts of the one-of-a-kind International Latin Arts
Festival in Key West, Nov. 20 "Esperando a Nacer!" www.keystix.com.
Where: Domino Plaza
When: 9:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Walking Tour of Little Havana
This month's tour features West Shenandoah. See
the site of a former pineapple farm, the former
Shenandoah Presbyterian church (now Hispanic)
and the huge role it played in the area's history.
Also learn about the original Shenandoah
Elementary; the homes of Robert Taylor, county
solicitor in the 1930s-1940s; home of jewelers, the
Richter family; one of post WWII Miami's first
shopping centers, the Tamiami shopping center; a
former Food Fair Supermarket at Calle Ocho and
19th Ave; and visit Futurama, the former Western Auto store, and see its current
artists' studios.
Where: Meet in front of the Tower Theater (1508 SW 8th St.)
When: 7 pm
Cost: FREE
Free face painting at Miami Arts
Parade booth
We welcome them as part of our family of
sponsors. They represent this soulful community
and their desire to beautify us through costumes
and performances is a perfect
combination...Viernes Culturales & Miami Arts
Parade! Get your coupon from Azucar Ice
Cream while supplies last.
Where: Domino Plaza
When: 7:30 pm to 8:00pm
Film at the Tower
Theater
To all cinema lovers: We would
like to invite you to discover one
of Miami's best-kept
secrets,
the
historic Tower Theater. Enjoy topquality foreign or independent
films, premiers, art exhibitions To
top it off, screenings have English or Spanish subtitles and prices are
just $8 for general public and $7 for students and seniors! Can it get
any better than this?
Daniella Viotti
The Living Statue Performer has been
mesmerizing crowds at Viernes Culturales for
many years. Daniela is a performer and award
winning sculptor. She loves performing as a
Living Statue at Viernes Culturales and giving
so much positive energy to all that stop and
pose with her!
1637 SW 8th St. Miami, FL 33135
Ninoska Perez-Castellon
Laura 16x14 Giclee Limited Edition
Radio commentator for Univision Radio Mambi, author of several best sellers,
Ninoska has a passion for the art and has dedicated her time to produce work
full of nostalgia and symbolism of her native Cuba.
Full of imagination, her paintings speak thru the live watercolors.
"For me painting is going back to my lost city"
She quotes the Chinese poet Li Po, "I dream that I am home"
Art by Ninoska
305.632/9457
www.artbyninoska.com
Agustin Gainza Art Gallery
The Bride-La Novia, Serie Minimas 32x32 Oil on Canvas
Agustin Gainza, a Cuban-American artist who for over four decades has
devoted himself to the visual arts, painting, drawing and ceramics.
His work has been exhibited in worldwide and is an acclaimed artist with
work well represented in private and public collections.
Gainza resides and works in his adoptive Miami since 1979.
Agustin Gainza Art Gallery
1652 SW 8th St. Miami, Fl 33135
305.644.5855 www.agustingainza.com
Viernes Culturales salutes our fine dining:
El Cristo Restaurant
Beyond the ordinary is what El Cristo Restaurant is.
Authentic Cuban cuisine in the heart of Little Havana's Calle 8.
Come and discover a great culinary experience.
El Cristo is where today that passion for excellent food and service
are better that ever.
*****
El Cristo Restaurant
1644 SW 8th Street, Miami Fl 33135
305.643.9992 http://www.facebook.com/elcristo.rest
Visit http://www.littlehavanaguide.com for a free visitor's guide
to Little Havana (complete with interactive maps); articles about
Little Havana music, shops, arts and more; and cultural walking
tours of the area. See an updated Calendar of Events for the area,
and discover other details like the best ways to get here, where to
stay, and even info for potential renters or home buyers. Get free
interactive eGuides/maps or purchase the Little Havana Food &
Dining eGuide for just $4.99.
Come celebrate a family health fair,
Saturday November 3rd, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Co-sponsored by Viernes Culturales
GALLERIES / ART
Agustin Gainza Art Gallery
Alberto de Vegas Gallery
Art by Joe
Art of Freedom
Art by Ninoska
B.A.D. Brainn Art Gallery
Cremata Gallery
Cuba Ocho Art & Research Center
Gustavo Garcia Gallery
Havana Nostra
Maggie Genova-Cordovi
Marta G. Ismail Fine Art
Maxoly /Latin Art Core
Mildrey Guillot Fine Art
Molina Fine Art
Obrapia Fine Art Restoration
Penner Studios
Rafiño Art
Roy Rodriguez Art
Santos Fine Art Gallery
Unzueta Fine Art
Villamil Art Studio
Virginia Barroto
DINING & ENTERTAINMENT
2B Asian Bristo - Alfaro's - Azucar Ice Cream - Casa
Panza Cafe Catharsis Restaurant - Cuba Ocho - Domino's Pizza El Cristo Restaurant & Cafeteria El Pub - El Exquisito Restaurant - I Love Calle Ocho Kamazoo -
Little Havana to Go - Salsa Art Dance
Studio - Oriental Restaurant - Tower Theater - Tutti
Frutti Ice Cream
CIGAR SHOPS
Art District Cigars - Cuban Cigar, Co. - Cuba Tobacco
Cigar, Co. Little Havana Cigar Factory - Top Cigars - GR Tabacaleras
Co. - Tabacalera La Tradicion Cubana -
OTHER ACTIVITIES
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Check out the Red Bull Flugtag craft designed by local Miami artists Lucinda Lindermanand Sri
Prabha in the Futurama Building.
Radio ESPERANZA 1550 AM - Their purpose is to strengthen, educate and support today's
family and the community with the promotion of family values. Their programming is well
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balanced; entertaining, educational and supportive for today's families.
Visit UnitedHealthCare's booth in the lobby of the Futurama Building every Friday from 10:00
to 1:00 pm for information on various programs.
Dozens of NEW local artists and artisans (including local authors) selling their wares in our
outdoor Arts Fair.
Restaurants & bars featuring Cuban, Thai/Sushi, Chinese, Spanish and Mexican cuisine.
Traditional fruteria at 13th Ave. & SW 8th St.
Beautiful art galleries & artist studios open for you to explore (some featuring live music).
Live music (and dance) in many of our local venues: flamenco, traditional Cuban music, AfroCuban rumba, more!
Unique stores selling locally made cigars (cigars rolled in person), Latin music CDs, gifts,
guayaberas and more!
12th & 6th Arts District
Antonio del Moral, Pears Delight, 16x18, acrylic on canvas
Galeria Adelmo
1165 SW 6th St. Miami, Fl 33130
305.549.7200 www.galeriaadelmo.com
Carlos Alves & JC Carroll Studios
Mercenary Square Art
Curras Curras Ceramics
Ritz on 6th Ceramics
6th St. Dance Studio
6th Street Container Alternative Arts Space
ArtSpoken Performing Arts Center
Sugar Fancies
Join us November 9th from 7 pm to 11 pm for a Little Havana Art Walk.
Taking place the second Friday of every calendar month,
Little Havana Art Walk promises an evening embracing all of Little Havana,
highlighting its art, dining and entertainment.
TEATRO 8
Little Havana's Teatro 8 brings Flamenco every Thursday evening at 8 pm.
Teatro 8 values the art and wishes to highlight dances like: fandango, bulerias,
ronda, tango amongst many others.
They strive to showcase the tradition of theater which inspires
and educated the community.
Teatro 8/SAH
2101 SW 8th St., Miami, Fl 33135
305.541.4841
www.teatro8.com
Free Trolley Service
The City of Miami takes you to Viernes Culturales! The free Miami Trolley will be
leaving from the Mary Brickell Village and the Brickell Metrorail/Metromover
Station to the heart of the Viernes Culturales festival every 15 minutes.
Viernes Culturales is made possible with the support of our
sponsors:
The James L. Knight Foundation, The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural
Affairs, The Cultural Affairs Council, The Miami-Dade County Mayor and
Board of County Commissioners.
Pati Vargas
Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays, Inc.
Futurama Building, 1637 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33135
305.643.5500 Fax. 786.462.6669
www.viernesculturales.org facebook.com/vcmiami Twitter @vcmiami
Viernes Culturales is a non-profit 501c3 organization
Fully tax-deductible contributions are always welcomed and appreciated.