LTC 039-2013 Parks and Recreation's Past and Upcoming Events MIAMIBEACH
46039 -2013 LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO: Mayor Matti Herrera Bower and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Kathie G. Brooks, Interim City Manager
DATE: February 6, 2013
SUBJECT: Parks & Recreation's Past and Upcoming Events
This Letter to Commission is provided to update you on activities at our Miami Beach Parks and
Recreation Department.
Arts for Learning - On Thursday January 24 the Scott Rakow Youth Center's Arts for Learning
Program hosted its 4 Annual Youth Art Exhibition. The theme was "Made in Miami ". The children
displayed their artwork and had a wonderful time sharing their work with family and friends. During the
14 -week program, organized by Arts for Learning, the children worked with pencils, color pencils, oil
pastels, markers, collages and acrylic paints.
COMING UP...
Black History Night - On Friday, February 8 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., the North Shore Park and
Youth Center will present their annual Black History Night. After - school participants will perform
various ethnic and urban dances. A food - tasting booth will be serving Soul, Southern and Haitian
delicacies free of charge to attendees. Come and celebrate the African American culture, as it will be
a festive and educating evening to enjoy.
Cupid's Carnival - On Friday, February 15 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., Flamingo Park will make you fall
in love with their Valentine's festivities at their Cupid's Carnival. There will be an array of free
entertainment, arts & crafts and rides. This event is geared for all ages.
Bandshell Movie Night - On Friday, February 15 7:00 pm, the North Shore Park Bandshell will
feature "Iron Man 2 ", Rated PG -13 as part of the Friday Night Movie series.
Upcoming Movies Schedule:
• February 22- King Kong, PG -13 • March 8 - War Horse, PG -13
• March 1 -The Artist, PG -13 • March 22 - Wizard of Oz, Not Ra�ed N
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