Events: Community
Vizcaya Late: Photo Book Speed Date
Wednesday, Sep 24, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM - English
Join us for an evening at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, featuring photo books, art-making, music, and new connections!
A Night of Art, Connection + Discovery
Step into the moonlit magic of Vizcaya Late your midweek escape into creativity, music, and new perspectives. This month’s theme, Creative Connections, invites you to explore Vizcaya like never before, with hands-on art, music by the bay, and an interactive artist-led experience that turns books into conversation starters.
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The highlight of the evening? “Photo Book Speed Date,” a playful, artist-led experience by Miami-based photographer Josh Aronson.
Designed to foster connection through a shared love of photography and art books, this activity mimics traditional speed dating, minus the romance. Bring a favorite photo or art book and share selected pages in quick, timed rounds, sparking brief but meaningful conversations inspired by images, stories, and personal reflections.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Photo Book Speed Date with artist Josh Aronson begins at 6:30 p.m. – bring your favorite art/photo book and connect through shared stories, images, and reflection. Seats are first come, first serve!
- Wander the Estate at Night – explore the Main House and Gardens under the stars
- Live music by Butterscotch Radio
- Visit PhotoTent, a mobile photo station where guests step into a private booth, take four photos, and leave with a physical photocard!
Whether you're an art lover, a nature seeker, or just in need of a vibe shift, this night is designed to spark joy, insight, and connection. Reserve your ticket.
Location
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
3251 S Miami Ave,
Miami,
FL
33129
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Funding Arts Broward's Season 23 Kickoff Celebration
Thursday, Oct 9, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM - English
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Funding Arts Broward will host a celebratory rooftop reception to launch its 23rd season.
Guests will enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres al fresco, along with an exclusive performance by Carbonell Award-winner Tim Davis, executive artistic director of New City Players. The reception is free and open to new, returning, and prospective members. Since its founding, FAB has invested more than $5.7 million to championing arts advocacy and enriching Broward’s cultural landscape.
Location
Northern Trust
1100 East Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
33301
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Guy Harvey Foundation's “Love the Blue Gala”
Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM - English
The Guy Harvey Foundation (GHF) will host its 17th annual Love The Blue Gala on Wednesday, October 29 at the Lauderdale Yacht Club to benefit its ocean research and education initiatives. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and silent and live auctions featuring original Guy Harvey artwork, exclusive trips, and unique gift items. In addition, the Foundation will pay homage to the 50th anniversary of the blockbuster film Jaws. Renowned marine and environmental conservation advocate Wendy Benchley, wife of the late Peter Benchley – author of the Jaws novel which the film was adapted from, will be the keynote speaker.
GHF Founder and Chair Emeritus, Dr. Guy Harvey, will join his daughter, Foundation CEO Jessica Harvey, in sharing captivating stories of their recent ocean explorations and highlighting a year that was marked by groundbreaking research and transformative education initiatives. Two honorees who have made significant contributions to ocean conservation and marine science education will also be recognized.
Individual tickets ($425) and sponsorships (start at $4,500) can be purchased at website.
Location
Lauderdale Yacht Club
1725 SE 12th Street,
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
33316
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