A big thank you to Tom Mitchell

of Reflections Productions &

his team: Arturo Morejon & Monica Spitzer


for sponsoring our tradeshow sound

& Game show step n repeat stage where everyone could try their luck for a photo op at our


Game On! 9th Annual Conference & Exhibition


Let the pros at Reflections Productions put their 35 years of experience as Florida’s complete, creative source to work for your next event with self-contained staging, concert sound, lighting, back line, video (cameras, projectors to full-size LED walls) and festival power. 

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How to Get Prepared for a Hurricane & Stay Safe

Some people know exactly what to do but for others this may be your first hurricane season. Make preparations now to ensure the safety of you, your family, and your property.

  1. Stock up on hurricane supplies. 
  2. Know your evacuation zone and have a plan, especially if you live in low-lying areas.
  3. Test your generators, supplies, and shutters to ensure they're working and that you have all the parts.
  4. Trim your trees and clean out your garages.
  5. Stay connected to your local City's website for all the ways to get info before, during, and after a storm. Info HERE

Help get a dog park in Hialeah

Snap a picture of your dog and text it to (305) 676 – 8202 (make sure your dog is centered in the picture). You’ll receive your photo with a frame that you can share on social media to let everyone know to vote to help us get a dog park. Vote DAILY until August 31st! Info HERE

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Crowd Management Training

Wed Aug 24 @ 1-5pm

Hampton Inn Coconut Grove / Coral Gables 2800 SW 28 Terr Miami Fl 33133 Your Crowd Manager ID Card expires every 3 years and must be renewed. Event Managers will be conducting your required training class for owners, operators and crowd managers of places of assembly including fairs, stadiums, nightclubs, lounges. Info HERE

MAMP 2022 Marketing to Audiences with Disabilities Tues Aug 23 @ 9am-noon - zoom event Get the inside scoop on designing accessible marketing assets and memorable graphics that attract audiences with all abilities. 

$25 tickets HERE or FREE for our GMFEA members email debbie@festivalsmiami.com to sign up.

Town of Miami Lakes - Enhance our park

K-9 Cove could win a grant from PetSafe® to enhance and maintain our dog park, and you could help! Vote DAILY until August 31st! Info HERE

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South Beach Jazz Festival Summer Series

Sun Aug 21 @ 6-9pm

Collins Park Plaza (Collins Avenue between 21 + 22 Streets) Mike Gerber Quartet performs a mix of straight-ahead and Brazilian Jazz with exciting moments of Free Jazz featuring piano, bass, drums, and sax. Info HERE

Game Night

Tues Aug 23 @ 7-9pm

650 Alhambra Plaza Coral Gables FL 33134 Join Coral Gables Woman's Club for GAME NIGHT! Please email Gloria Ann Burns for more information and to rsvp: gloria@cnews.net. Info HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS...

Boynton Beach Food, Wine & Brew Fest

Thurs Sept 1 @ 6-9pm

Benvenuto Restaurant 1730 N Federal Hwy Boynton Beach FL 33435 This annual event features some of Boynton’s finest restaurants and lounges along with wine and craft beer tastings from local breweries. Info HERE

Deering Estate one of the most haunted places in South Florida! Begins Sept. 1st

16701 SW 72nd Ave Miami Fl 33157 Step into the past on a Ghost Tour. Guides will share stories of historic events, insights into previous inhabitants and the record of paranormal activity experienced by visitors & staff. These tours are popular and do sell out! Info HERE

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Sip & Create: Painting Rainbow Eucalyptus Trees

Fri Aug 26 at 7 PM

Pinecrest Gardens 11000 SW 57 Ave Pinecrest FL 33156 Learn to paint Rainbow Eucalyptus Trees! Enjoy a complimentary beverage to get your creative juices flowing and enjoy an evening of creativity and fun. Info HERE

Kids and Family Festival

Sat Aug 27 @ 11am

Miami Dade College - Hialeah Campus 1780 W 49 St Hialeah FL 33012 Free community event with kid's play area, arts and crafts, giveaways, and Hip Hop Kidz performance. Get a free Back to School Kid Portrait & t-shirt (while supplies last). Parents explore the business expo area for aftercare, daycare, after school sports activities, birthday planning, and more. Info HERE

Greater Miami Festivals and Events Association created this FACEBOOK group as a resource for event professionals to share knowledge, lend support and celebrate successes. Join today and invite other event pros HERE
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