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Renee's Miami Blog February 2008 Archive

By Renee Chapple, About.com Guide to Miami since 2002

Miami International Film Festival Opens Today

Thursday February 28, 2008
Miami Dade College hosts the Miami International Film Festival each March, bringing artists from around the world to our city. Venues include the Freedom Tower and the Gusman Center for ... Read More

Bob Marley Festival at Bayfront Park Saturday

Tuesday February 26, 2008
The Bob Marley Festival held each year at Bayfront Park celebrates the life and music of this legendary performer. This year's festival is on Saturday March 1st, 2008 from ... Read More

Miami Dade Business Empowerment Zone

Sunday February 24, 2008
Did you know that portions of Miami Dade County are in one of the federal government's business empowerment zones? The empowerment zone grants businesses within the zone the following ... Read More

Miami's White Party 2008

Thursday February 21, 2008
Each year, individuals from around the world gather in Miami for the White Party: one of the premier fundraisers for HIV/AIDS research. This party is also one of the signature ... Read More

Miami Crime Statistics: Spin Doctors At Work?

Tuesday February 19, 2008
If you read a recent crime statistics press release, you'll read a rosy picture about crime in Miami. Mayor Carlos Alvarez cites some impressive statistics about Miami-Dade County's 2007 ... Read More

Public Transportation in Miami

Sunday February 17, 2008
In a recent forum posting, Maschanall wrote: "Hi everyone! I am relocating and trying to choose between San Francisco and Miami. One key variable is public transportation. Can ... Read More

Miami Tax Assistance for Low Income Taxpayers

Thursday February 14, 2008
Tax time is drawing near again. If you're a low-income taxpayer, you're eligible for participation in the Miami-Dade County Prosperity Campaign. This program assists individuals with incomes below ... Read More

Miami Pet of the Week: Princess

Tuesday February 12, 2008
Looking to adopt a new pet? Princess (shown to the left) is just one of many pets available for adoption from Miami Dade Animal Services this week. She's ... Read More

Reader Reviews: Macabi Steakhouse and Casa Mia

Sunday February 10, 2008
We've received two new reader restaurant reviews this week! Take a look at the latest updates to our pages about: Macabi SteakhouseCasa Mia For more reader restaurant reviews, visit our Reader ... Read More

February 2008 Events in Miami

Thursday February 7, 2008
February's an exciting time in South Florida! Events in Miami include: Miami International Boat Show South Beach Food and Wine Festival Coconut Grove Arts Festival For more information, check out our February Events ... Read More

2008 South Beach Food and Wine Festival

Tuesday February 5, 2008
We're only a few weeks away from the 2008 South Beach Food and Wine Festival! If you haven't already obtained your tickets, there are still openings for several events. ... Read More

2008 Miami International Boat Show

Sunday February 3, 2008
Miami's the boating capital of the world! With an enviable position on the Intracoastal Waterway and Biscayne Bay, Miami is just a short sail away from the marvelous beauty of ... Read More

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