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Feb 14 2020

💔 Showing love with a heavy heart

Plus, we’ve got your last-minute plans covered

Welcome to Friday, folks. If you missed yesterday’s newsletter then head here for a breakdown of some Valentine’s-themed events and ways to enjoy the holiday. But we also recognize that while today is full of love, it’s also a tough and s
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Feb 13 2020

🥳 How to make the most of this busy weekend

Plus, how to celebrate yourself this V-Day

Hey there, and Happy Thursday! It’s shaping up to be a really busy weekend in SoFla as Valentine’s Day and President’s Day weekend combine to form a sort-of super holiday weekend. There’s the Miami Yacht Show and Art Wynwood near downtown Miami, the read more



Feb 12 2020

🍳 Where to find Pollo’s breakfast menu

Plus, how a music fest is inspiring young musicians

Welcome to Wednesday, y’all! If you’re needing a mid-week boost and you’re also a big fan of breakfast, then we’ve got some news to share (especially if you’re reading this before heading to work). Pollo Tropical has announced a breakfast menu that they’re testing at two SoFla locations.

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Feb 11 2020

🎵 Miami’s joining the Rhythm Nation

Plus, the future of an old-school Miami spot

Hello and Happy Tuesday! Major acts from Bad Bunny to Billie Eilish and Elton John have either performed or announced upcoming shows at the AmericanAirlines Arena in the past year, and another big performer is doing the same — Janet Jackson.

Jackson is starting her read more



Feb 10 2020

😋 The flakiest way to show your love

Plus, meet another one of our members

Welcome to a new week, Miami! We know that a lot of you out there might be in some long-distance relationships and won’t be able to be with your partner this weekend. Well, Vicky Bakery is stepping in with a super Miami way to show some love — pastelitos.

They’re taking orders for you to ship the flaky treats anywhere in the lower 48 stat
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Feb 07 2020

🎉 Runners, queens, and Hello Kitty

Plus, how to enjoy February in Miami

Friday is here, folks! And even though the Super Bowl has come and gone, there’s still plenty happening in the city this weekend (including a Hello Kitty pop-up).

The Miami Marathon is happening this Sunday and kicks off with an expo in Wynwood today.
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Feb 06 2020

🎶 This Miami spot is back for an encore

Plus, a look at a title-winning Miami Gardens team

Hey hey, welcome to Thursday! Last year we said goodbye to The Electric Pickle and this weekend Purdy Lounge will host its final party. But there’s some good news for folks seeking good beats on a night out — read more



Feb 05 2020

🎭 How to go Ham in Miami for cheap

Plus, join us for an adventure at Awash

Hello and Happy Wednesday! In a few weeks Miami will finally feel the “Hamilton” fever as the Broadway hit begins its run at the Adrienne Arsht Center. And thankfully our Miami Time arrival to the craze doesn’t mean we’ll miss out on one of its best offers — the #HamforHam lottery.

Like in other cities, Miami Hamilfans will have the read more



Feb 04 2020

📽️ This local film fest has ‘mucho, mucho amor’

Plus, do a good deed with us (and maybe find love)

Hey hey, it’s Tuesday! And we’re kicking off with info on the annual Miami Film Festival. The 37th annual edition of the fest is going down next month and will feature more than 120 films made by locals — or with a focus on a locally relevant subject.

And that’s especially true with the film that’s read more



Feb 03 2020

🙌🏿 How to celebrate Black History Month in Miami

Plus, we’ve got super Miami merch

Welcome to February, Miami! The Super Bowl is finally in the rearview mirror and today’s our first newsletter in Black History Month! The Miami Times has put together a solid list of events happening this month.

Some other February highlights? The folks at the read more