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Art Walks on MiMo Biscayne Boulevard
Take a walk on the wild side. The MiMo Biscayne Association has organized Art Walks in celebration of Art Basel Miami Beach, which takes place December 5-9. On Friday, December 7th and Sunday, December 9th from 6 to 10 p.m., the MiMo Biscayne Boulevard Historic District will be alive with food, music, fashion and art to support the international exhibit. The Art Walk area will begin at Northeast 64th Street at the Sacco Gallery, continue through the Leiter Gallery at Uva69 and end at Northeast 77th Street. Boutiques and other merchants are joining in with special promotions, art exhibits from local artists and extended hours for the Art Walks. Restaurants in the area will have art, music, special promotions, special menus. Don’t miss the fun along Historic MiMo Biscayne Boulevard!

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Penguins in Miami
Jungle Island’s holiday forecast? It’s going to be cool. The penguins have arrived! Come meet the newest members of Jungle Island’s family – adorable South African Penguins. Jungle Island is celebrating their arrival throughout the holidays with a special discount on admission. Now through Jan. 31, 2008, patrons can receive $5.00 off general admission. Mention PLU # 8010. *Offer good for up to 6 people. Not valid with other discounts. Jungle Island is located on Watson Island opposite the Port of Miami at: 111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, Florida 33131; tel: (305) 400-7000.

Don’t miss…

Art & Craft Show at Cauley Square – Dec. 1-2, 2007
This tree-shaded shopping village is a delightful place to do your holiday shopping. December 1-2, more than 35 vendors will be selling hand-made crafts for the holidays. Find great gifts or something unique for yourself. After you shop, take a relaxing break at the The Tea Room Restaurant. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cauley Square Historic Village, 22400 Old Dixie Hwy., Homestead; 305/258-3543.

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Not ready for the holiday season just yet? Here are two fun concerts that are sure to get you into the holiday spirit:

What: Holiday Under the Stars Concert
When: Dec. 1 at 8 p.m.
Where: Outdoors on the lawn of the historic Deering Estate at Cutler.

What: New World School of the Arts Holiday Concert
When: Dec. 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Trinity Cathedral in downtown Miami.