8 JANUARY 2-8, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | CULTURE | NIGHT+DAY | NEWS | LETTERS | CONTENTS | BRUNCH EVERY SAT & SUN BEST WATERFRONT VIEWS IN MIAMI 3201 RICKENBACKER CWY, KEY BISCAYNE, FL 33149 | 305.361.3818 WWW.THERUSTYPELICAN.COM BE SOCIAL WITH US! /RUSTYPELICANMIAMI miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | FILM | ART | STAGE | NIGHT+DAY | METRO | RIPTIDE | LETTERS | CONTENTS | show that welcomes fandoms to connect. The local convention hosts vendors selling items inspired by popular characters from video games, comic books, manga, and pop culture. Actress Tami Erin (The New Adventures of Pippi Longstocking) and voice actress Cynthia Cranz (One Piece and Dragon Ball Z) will make appearances. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, at the Embassy Suites by Hilton, 1100 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale; ftlauderdalecon.com. Tickets cost $20. SOPHIA MEDINA ▼ LITTLE HAITI FLAVOR BHQ Media and the NSL Danse Ensemble come together at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex on Sunday to present Soup Joumou. The play by Maranatha Joseph explores Hai- ti’s struggles, victory, and independence through the nation’s iconic Independence Day soup that symbolizes unity and pride. The show is a blend of storytelling, music, and dance that celebrates the resilience and spirit of the Haitian people. After the perfor- mance, you’re invited to stick around and en- joy a DJ set by Johnny B. 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday, at Little Haiti Cultural Complex, 212 NE 59th Ter., Miami; 305-960-2969; miami.gov/lhcc. Tickets cost $35 via soupjoumouplay2025. eventbrite.com. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN ▼ COCONUT GROVE NUT JOBS Returning for its 41st year, the King Mango Strut Parade takes over Coconut Grove on Sunday. The satirical event attracts thousands of spectators as floats parody the year’s big- gest headlines and pop cultural moments roll by. This year’s theme is “Peace, Love, Man- gos,” and promises to be bigger and better than ever with colorful costumes, outrageous floats, and live music while never losing touch with its bohemian roots. 2 p.m. Sunday, at Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove; kingman- gostrut.org. Admission is free. JOSE D. DURAN MON 1/6 ▼ CORAL GABLES FACT OR FICTION New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell stops at Books & Books on Monday to discuss her 2023 psychological thriller, None of This Is True. Recently updated with a thrilling bonus chapter, the book follows podcaster Alix Sum- mer, whose life is turned upside down after meeting Josie Fair, an unassuming woman who becomes the subject of her true crime podcast. As Alix digs deeper into Josie’s mysterious life, she discovers dark secrets that pull her into a chilling and dangerous game. Lisa will be con- versing with author Rochelle B. Weinstein dur- ing the event. 7 p.m. Monday, at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 305-442-4408; booksandbooks.com. Tickets cost $18.99 via eventbrite.com. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN ▼ SOUTH BEACH THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT The next generation of artists descends on Miami to take part in National YoungArts Week. The country’s most promising young artists will enjoy a week of workshops, per- formances, and collaborations across various disciplines like dance, theater, music, writing, and visual arts. Take this as your opportunity to watch these emerging talents before they make it big, starting Monday with perfor- mances at the New World Center. 8 p.m. Mon- day through Thursday, at New World Center, 500 17th St., Miami Beach; youngarts.org. Tickets cost $15. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN TUE 1/7 ▼ SOUTH BEACH MUSIC LEGEND Back by popular demand, the music docu- mentary Eno returns to O Cinema for a one- night-only screening. The film follows iconic producer and ambient musician Brian Eno, a past member of Roxy Music who worked on albums for legends like David Bowie and U2. The film reshapes its sequences, music, and scenes using cutting-edge technology, featur- ing moments with Eno’s famous collabora- tors like Laurie Anderson and David Byrne. With rare footage and unreleased music, Eno isn’t just a typical music documentary — it’s an ever-evolving exploration of creativity. 7 p.m. Tuesday, at O Cinema, 1130 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; o-cinema.org. Tickets cost $10 to $12.50. ASHLEY-ANNA ABOREDEN ▼ WYNWOOD NEW SKILL UNLOCKED Are you looking for a new hobby to take on in 2025? On Tuesday, OCISLY Ceramics begins its six-class course, Wheel Throwing Workshop for Beginners. Taking place at Ruka Wine- wood, the event will have you learn the basics of pottery while connecting with like-minded folks looking to explore their creativity. Guests should expect to learn how to become comfortable with getting their hands dirty, as they will work with clay to create their pot- tery. 7 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday through January 23, at Ruka Winewood, 51 NE 24th St., Unit 104, Miami; ocislyceramics.com. Tickets cost $480 via eventbrite.com. SOPHIA MEDINA WED 1/8 ▼ SOUTH BEACH SPIRIT ANIMAL On January 9, the winners of the Fiesta Bowl and Sugar Bowl face off at Hard Rock Sta- dium for the 91st Orange Bowl. The day be- fore the showdown, fans descend on Lincoln Road for the Capital One Orange Bowl Pep Rally. The family-friendly event will see team bands and cheerleaders perform along the pedestrian mall with plenty of giveaways, music, and food in store. Also, at the Capital One Café on Lincoln Road, you can get a photo alongside the Orange Bowl trophy and special guests. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, at Lincoln Road, Miami Beach; orangebowl.org. Admission is free. JOSE D. DURAN [email protected]
