Love the Everglades Movement Summer Symposium ’16

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Love the Everglades Movement Summer Symposium Scheduled for August 6, 7 and 14

Save the dates for two weekends of speakers, presentations, workshops, activism, entertainment and more, plus a special environmental cleanup effort

Who: Love the Everglades Movement, a volunteer organization dedicated to implement evolving strategies across the full spectrum of being which address the environmental, structural, cultural and spiritual problems plaguing the Florida Everglades by raising awareness and organizing positive community engagement at the local, regional, national and global levels.

What: The 3rd annual Love the Everglades Movement Summer Symposium‘s focus will be Everglades ecology, spirituality, activist reports on environmental crises, theology, art, and activism. It will feature guest speakers including Florida State Senator Dwight Bullard, Florida State Representative Mark S. Pafford, Miami-Dade County Commissioner Daniella Levine Cava, author Thomas E. Lodge and others, physical and digital art displays, workshops, live entertainment, and more.

Free table space is available to community organizations; sponsorship packages are available. Event is free and open to the public; all ages welcome. The group is organizing a cleanup effort – details T.B.A. The annual benefit concert will take place at Gramps in Wynwood in September – more information coming soon.

When: Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7 and 14, 2016.

Where: August 6 – Miccosukee Resort & Convention Center, 500 SW 177th Ave, Miami, FL 33194; August 7 – Florida International University’s Modesto Maidique Campus, 11200 SW 8th St, Miami, FL 33199; August 14 – TBA.

Why: Because the time is right for “Giving Back to the Everglades” (this year’s theme).

More information: www.lovetheeverglades.org.

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United Dialysis Celebrated Grand Opening 6/24

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United Dialysis Center Celebrated Grand Opening June 24

Pompano Beach Mayor Fisher cut the ceremonial ribbon at the well-attended event

Pompano Beach, FL – June 28, 2016 – United Dialysis Center celebrated a grand opening at their brand-new location at 1311 E Atlantic Blvd in Pompano Beach on Friday, June 24, 2016. The event featured the presence of Honorable Mayor Lamar Fisher, internal medicine physicians, registered nurses, social workers, local media members, representatives from the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce, and the clinic’s staff.

“Thanks to all who took time to share in this wonderful event with us, particularly Mayor Fisher,” says Facility Manager Betty Jean Verbal. “We’re excited about joining the medical services and business communities here in Pompano Beach, and welcome anyone who would like to visit us for a tour.” Those who attended got a first-hand look at the state-of-the-art facilities and celebrated the official opening that afternoon with hors d’oeuvres, cocktails and deserts.

The center offers top care and kidney dialysis treatment at the facility, which is staffed with world-class physicians, a nurse manager, technicians, nutritionists and social workers. Designed with patient comfort in mind, the clinic houses 21 new dialysis stations and several private suites, each equipped with deluxe comfortable chairs, and personal televisions. Wi-Fi connectivity available is throughout, assuring that patients can be productive while in treatment.

United Dialysis provides shuttle service to and from their facilities in 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter cargo vans for patients. They also offer pharmacy and delivery services for patients, making it even more convenient to receive medication for kidney disease. This eliminates transportation as a factor in keeping patients from receiving the quality care they need and deserve.

For more information, or to schedule a visit, please call 754.307.1526 or visit www.PompanoDialysis.com.

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ABOUT UNITED DIALYSIS CENTER

United Dialysis Center’s brand new 7,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility is modern and comfortable. The entire facility, including all treatment areas and the waiting room, is very spacious, allowing for extra privacy. They offer private dialysis rooms for those seeking a quiet and more relaxing dialysis experience. Most importantly, the center is staffed with compassionate and dedicated world-class healthcare professionals.

Located at 1311 E. Atlantic Blvd in Pompano Beach, the dialysis center houses 21 new dialysis stations, equipped with deluxe comfortable chairs, personal televisions, and Wi-Fi connectivity to help patients feel more comfortable, as well as to enable them to participate in life more fully while on dialysis.

Services provided at the new United Dialysis Center include in-center hemodialysis, training and support for home hemodialysis and home peritoneal dialysis. All services are provided by board-certified nephrologists and a highly-skilled team of nurses, technicians, nutritionists and social workers.

Located blocks from the beach with easy access from I-95 and major roads such as Dixie Boulevard and Federal Highway, United Dialysis also boasts plenty of free on-site parking.

For more information, contact United Dialysis Center at 754.307.1536 or visit www.PompanoDialysis.com.

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United Dialysis Center Celebrates Grand Opening 6/24

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United Dialysis Center Celebrates Grand Opening June 24

Pompano Beach Mayor Fisher to cut ribbon at high end clinic at ceremony designed to get industry types familiar with the facilities   

Pompano Beach, FL – June 14, 2016 – United Dialysis Center is inviting all local hemodialysis healthcare professionals to a special ribbon-cutting and grand opening celebration scheduled for Friday, June 24, 2016, beginning at 3 p.m. at its brand-new location (1311 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33060). The event will feature the presence of Honorable Mayor Lamar Fisher, refreshments and appetizers, as well as a special raffle for guests, who are being asked to RSVP by phone at 754.307.1536 or on the web athttp://bit.ly/UnitedRSVP before June 21.

“We are very excited to be hosting this event and about having the mayor of Pompano Beach join us,” says Facility Manager Betty Jean Verbal. “We’re looking forward to the opportunity to showcase our center and getting to know the professionals in our industry who may be able to help their patients by referring them to us here.” The list of invitees includes area social workers, nephrologists, and internal medicine physicians.

United Dialysis offers top care and treatment at their new center, which is staffed with world-class physicians, a nurse manager, technicians, nutritionists and social workers, and was designed with patient comfort in mind. The facility is home to 21 new dialysis stations and several private suites, each equipped with deluxe comfortable chairs, and personal televisions. With Wi-Fi connectivity available throughout, patients can be productive while in treatment.

Because transportation sometimes keeps patients from receiving the quality care they need and deserve, United provides shuttle service to and from their facilities in 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter cargo vans for treatment. Additionally, they offer pharmacy and delivery services for patients, making it even more convenient to receive medication for kidney disease.

For more information, contact United Dialysis Center at 754.307.1536 or visit www.PompanoDialysis.com.

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ABOUT UNITED DIALYSIS CENTER

United Dialysis Center’s brand new 7,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility is modern and comfortable. The entire facility, including all treatment areas and the waiting room, is very spacious, allowing for extra privacy. They offer private dialysis rooms for those seeking a quiet and more relaxing dialysis experience. Most importantly, the center is staffed with compassionate and dedicated world-class healthcare professionals.

Located at 1311 E. Atlantic Blvd in Pompano Beach, the dialysis center houses 21 new dialysis stations, equipped with deluxe comfortable chairs, personal televisions, and Wi-Fi connectivity to help patients feel more comfortable, as well as to enable them to participate in life more fully while on dialysis.

Services provided at the new United Dialysis Center include in-center hemodialysis, training and support for home hemodialysis and home peritoneal dialysis. All services are provided by board-certified nephrologists and a highly-skilled team of nurses, technicians, nutritionists and social workers.

Located blocks from the beach with easy access from I-95 and major roads such as Dixie Boulevard and Federal Highway, United Dialysis also boasts plenty of free on-site parking.

For more information, contact United Dialysis Center at 754.307.1536 or visitwww.PompanoDialysis.com.

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Guanabanas Noche Latina Summer Lineup

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Guanabanas Announces Noche Latina Summer Concert Lineup

 

Series at Jupiter waterfront restaurant, bar and music venue continues, presenting a variety of local and international Latin music acts

 

Jupiter, FL – May 31, 2016 – Launched as a monthly event last year just after Hispanic Heritage month, Guanabanas Island Restaurant & Bar’s Noche Latina, has become a more frequent theme for the Jupiter eatery and nightlife spot. Located at 960 North Highway A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477, Guanabanas will be presenting six Latin music concerts this summer, featuring some of South Florida’s finest Latin bands, and even a very prominent reggae / Latin band from Chile; more to be announced.

 

The schedule is as follows:

 

Friday, June 3 – Moska Project

Saturday, June 11 – Lanzallamas

Friday, June 24 – Gondwana

Sunday, July 3 – Electric Piquete (4 p.m.)

Saturday, July 23 – Spam Allstars

Friday, August 19 – Nag Champayons

 

“Reaction to our Latin music night continues to get stronger each time we host it,” says Talent Buyer Matt Cahur. “We’re excited about our current lineup, which promises something for every type of Latin music fan: funk, reggae, roots, fusion.”  Cahur’s decision to launch a Latin music night was based in part by the diversity of South Florida and the emergence of Latin American culture in the area.

Moska Project is a six-piece Latin roots rock band based in Jupiter that plays a fusion of reggae and Afro-Cuban music. They have been writing and performing original material since 2002, touring the East Cost of the U.S. and sharing the stage with artists such as 311, G-Love, Yellowman, just to name a few. They will be celebrating the release of their collection of new material titled Cuatro on June 3. Find out more at www.MoskaProject.com.

The five-piece modern Afro-Latino folkloric group known as Lanzallamas combines salsa, cumbia and electronic elements into an original and hypnotic sound. Led by singers / percussionists Fabio Patiño and Cintia Lovo, the group has appeared at the Finger Lakes, Shakori Hills and Virginia Key GrassRoots Festivals, as well as at several other Miami-based music and arts events. Additional details are available here: www.Lanzamusica.com.

Formed in 1987 during a time of extreme political oppression, Chile’s Gondwana has become one of South America’s most well-known bands. The chart-topping group’s “reggae & roll” sound is inspired equally by Bob Marley and The Police; their debut performance at Guanabanas on June 24 will also be hosted by Lance-O from Kulcha Shok Muzik. Learn more about them at www.Gondwana.cl.

Founded in 2007, Electric Piquete is an award-winning Miami-based Latin funk band that has been featured on CNN and played countless South Florida venues and music festivals. Twice named “Best Latin Band” by the Miami New Times (2009 and 2015), the band is currently working on a new soul / funk single featuring vocalist Maco Monthervil, to be released this summer. Learn more at www.ElectricPiquete.com.

The Spam Allstars, long a favorite of Guanabanas’ regular music-loving crowd, in large part define current day “Miami sound”, combining elements of electronic music with funk and Afro-Cuban rhythms. The Latin Grammy-nominated outfit is led by musician, producer and audiophile Andrew Yeomanson, AKA DJ Le Spam. They maintain a weekly residency in Little Havana which has run for more than a decade and actively tour Florida and the U.S.  More details: www.SpamAllstars.com.

Self-described as “Afrogalactic / tropidelic”, the Nag Champayons have long set the standard for improvisational and multi-ethnic musical brilliance in Miami. The band released a tidal wave of new music in 2015 with Rising Sounds of a Sinking City, an eight-movement, 21-minute theme weaving together sonic textures from Africa to Colombia, then Stateside via Cuba, all converging into a frenzied psychedelic finale. Visit www.NagChampayons.com for more information.

Guanabanas is an open air restaurant and bar with woven tiki huts and banyan trees towering overhead and hand-chiseled coquina stone pathways underfoot. The team maintains a laid-back, island atmosphere where everyone is welcome. All performances, unless otherwise noted, begin at 9 p.m. and are free and open to the public. 21 and over are welcome Fridays and Saturdays; Sunday performances are all-ages.

 

For more information about the venue, please visit www.Guanabanas.com or call 561.747.8878.

Miami Beach Elite Dialysis Now Open

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Miami Beach Elite Dialysis Now Open

High-end dialysis clinic offers myriad amenities and care by a leading nephrologist, Dr. Leticia Adan

Miami Beach, FL – May 10, 2016 – A serene, private, state-of-the-art and luxurious kidney treatment center is located right in the center of the one of the area’s most beautiful settings. Miami Beach Elite Dialysis (714 West 51st Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139) greets all patients with soothing rain forest sounds and the warmest of smiles, allowing them to begin to unwind and relax with the reassurance of knowing that they are in the healing hands of Medical Director Dr. Leticia Adan, M.D., F.A.C.P., and her expert staff. Affordably priced appointments are available seven days a week at any time and most private insurance carriers are accepted. Short and long term dialysis treatments are available.

“Miami Beach Elite Dialysis strives to improve the quality of your life,” says Dr. Adan. “I have always believed in carefully listening to a patient in order to help improve the level of their treatment, their well-being and life expectancy, as well as treating them with proper care and dignity. These are traits that have served me well during my 35 plus years of experience in the practice of nephrology.”

Dr. Adan’s specialty as a nephrologist began with a Fellowship in 1984 at the prestigious New York Presbyterian-Columbia Hospital, Cornell University, when she was accepted to the Rogosin Kidney Center. Dr. Adan’s years of research and medical training created an exceptional path that lead to advanced learning and a multitude of degrees from many universities. Affiliated with Mount Sinai Medical Center, she received her medical degree from University of Santiago de Compostela, La Coruna Spain, and is one of nine doctors at Mount Sinai Medical Center who specialize in nephrology.

Apart from the serene ambiance, Miami Beach Elite Dialysis is different from other dialysis facilities in that they offer a skilled staff that provides one-to-one care and patient supervision, and who are committed to the finest quality patient treatment. They do so in sound-proof private suites equipped with smart TVs with access to Netflix, YouTube, and Pandora. In addition, they provide free, secure Wi-Fi Internet access and ergonomic laptop tables with customized lighting that allows patients to continue working and being productive during treatment in the facility.

As part of their commitment to exceptional service and comfort, Miami Beach Elite Dialysis also offers staff-assisted home hemodialysis treatment performed by a certified nursing staff in the privacy of a patient’s home if they so desire, all up to four to six times a week. All their dialysis chairs are equipped with heating massage settings, and recline to a completely flat position, allowing the patient to sleep if they choose. They even offer concierge services to patients, and peritoneal dialysis.

Miami Beach Elite Dialysis is a member of the Greater Miami Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. For more information, please visit www.MiamiBeachEliteDialysis.com or call 786.216.7023.

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United Dialysis Center Provides Transportation and Delivery Services

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United Dialysis Center Provides Transportation and Delivery Services

Clinic strives to assure patients are able to travel to and from the site and receive proper medication  

Pompano Beach, FL – May 17, 2016 – Realizing that transportation is a real issue keeping some patients from receiving the quality care they need and deserve, United Dialysis Center has spared no expense in making it easier for locals to commute to its Pompano Beach location for treatment, and return home once complete. In addition, the new facility offers delivery and pharmacy services for patients, making it even more convenient to receive treatment for kidney disease.

“Our commitment to providing state-of-the-art technology does not end at our facilities, but extends to our transportation services as well,” says Facility Manager Betty Jean Verbal. “We continuously strive to provide our patients the best possible care, and that includes ensuring that they arrive to their appointments safely and on time, having a means to return home, as well as having the medication they need to continue their care while not at the clinic.”

United Dialysis transports all patients in 2016 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter cargo vans, one of the best in its class for comfort, luxury and safety. This diesel model is a Super Ultra-Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV) that produces up to 90% fewer emissions than equivalent gasoline-powered vehicles. Not only does the clinic care about the well-being of its patients, but it also shows regard for the environment.

United Dialysis’ sister company United Pharmacy owns two 2016 BWM I3s, which are easily identifiable by their branded “United Pharmacy” vehicle wraps. This multiple award-winning, environmentally-friendly model again demonstrates the clinic’s environmental sensitivities. The model is known for its electronic efficiency and (150 miles total range per charge), and an interior made from more than 25% renewable raw and recycled materials.

An on-site pharmacy adds to the convenience offered to kidney dialysis patients, filling prescriptions in minutes and also allowing clinic staff to deliver the medication to patients if necessary. Transportation and delivery services are provided for patients who live as far north as the city of Boynton Beach and as far south as the Greater Fort Lauderdale area.

For more information, contact United Dialysis Center at 754.307.1536 or visit www.PompanoDialysis.com.

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ABOUT UNITED DIALYSIS CENTER

The brand new 7,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility is modern and comfortable. The entire facility, including all treatment areas and the waiting room, is very spacious, allowing for extra privacy. They offer private dialysis rooms for those seeking a quiet and more relaxing dialysis experience. Most importantly, the center is staffed with compassionate and dedicated world-class healthcare professionals.

Located at 1311 E. Atlantic Blvd in Pompano Beach, the dialysis center houses 21 new dialysis stations, equipped with deluxe comfortable chairs, personal televisions, and Wi-Fi connectivity to help patients feel more comfortable, as well as to enable them to participate in life more fully while on dialysis.

Services provided at the new United Dialysis Center include in-center hemodialysis, training and support for home hemodialysis and home peritoneal dialysis. All services are provided by board-certified nephrologists and a highly-skilled team of nurses, technicians, nutritionists and social workers.

Located blocks from the beach with easy access from I-95 and major roads such as Dixie Boulevard and Federal Highway, United Dialysis also boasts plenty of free on-site parking.

For more information, contact United Dialysis Center at 754.307.1536 or visitwww.PompanoDialysis.com.

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Jazid Celebrates 20 Years of Live Music June 11

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Jazid Celebrates 20 Years of Live Music with Jahfe and Inna Sense June 11

 

Miami Beach’s longest tenured night club celebrates two decades of live music during one special night

Miami, FL – May 3, 2016 – For 20 years, Jazid (1342 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139) has truly been “all about the music.” From their beginnings in 1996 as a jazz club featuring Bobby Stringer and MichelleMcCloud, to the early 2000s residency by the Spam Allstars, to Wednesdays featuring Locos Por Juana (2007-2012), to Suenalo Saturdays 2004 – 2012, to the Reggae Sundays currently dominated by Jahfe and Inna Sense (both of whom will help the club celebrate 20 years). On Saturday, June 11, 2016, Jazid will be celebrating two decades of live music by hosting two of the area’s most irie reggae bands. Music begins at 11 p.m., cover is $10 and 21 and over are welcome.

In looking back on his time as owner, Daniel Wohlstein offers: “My favorite performance was Suenalo March 4, 2006, the very day after I bought the club. I was so happy and I had such a good time and remember I sitting in the middle of the dance area my business partner Carlos Rojas, and club was simply packed up to the stairs. The little club that could has endured and persevered.” Wohlstein bought the club from founders Chezare Mazoli and MichelleMcKinnon.

Co-owner Tony Alarcon offers: “I see Jazid as a Mecca for musicians and DJs from all genres and cultures. It is basically the CBGB’s of Miami, a culture in and of itself, an ecosystem of sorts. It is a real place for real people in a town glittered with pretentious and capitalistic aspirations. Jazid has withstood the test of time and will continue to do so for many years to come.”

A duo comprised of Sha Shanon and Esther Fortune, Jahfe is an international powerhouse pop-roots-rock-reggae band whose rising popularity and following is due to their take charge attitude and uncompromising conscious message. Jahfé dedicates its voice to speaking out against the injustices that plague the world today, and have been featured in documentaries about domestic violence, and worked to increase awareness about the Darfur genocide, the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, and many of the other untold stories of injustice in the world. They released a new 420 single April 20th called “Ganja Luv”, which is streaming from their website at jahfemusic.com.

The brainchild of vocalist Jimi Dred, Inna Sense has built a solid music career around a riveting stage show with a repertoire of captivating original songs. With the highly anticipated release of “Everything Included”, the group is ready to take the world by storm. They have been delivering high energy shows to loyal fans across the United States, from California to Miami, Hawaii, the Caribbean and even in the royal halls of Monaco. The music delivers a rootsy, heart-thumping groove that is impossible not to dance to, and their members have worked with well-known artists like Julian Lennon, Kymani Marley,Blues Traveler, Inner Circle, Maxi Priest and others. For more information, visit innasense.com.

Some of the club’s notable past honors include “Best Small Music Venue” and “Best Reggae Night” by the Miami New Times, “Best Live Music of South Florida” by AOL City Guide and “Mejor Musica en Vivo en La Playa” by OceanDrive en Espaňol. Notably, Quiet Riot played Jazid at some point during the last two decades. Some of the more high-profile visits have been by JamesHetfield from Metallica, Shakira, Ricky Martin and Fito Paez.

Perhaps the most notorious visit and performance was from none other than the late, great Prince. In 2008, the Purple One dropped by and sat in with Xperimento on a Wednesday, then with Suenalo the very next Saturday; a photo of the Suenalo session has been circulating in the media recently.

DJ’s for the evening of June 11 are Lance-O (Kulchashok), Swaggah (NYC), and Vendetta (MIA). For more information, visit www.jazid.net or call 305.673.9372.

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Camacho & Elba Issue Split Single 5/20 at Gramps

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Jim Camacho and Rob Elba Issue a Virtual Split 7” Single May 20, Celebrate at Gramps

 

Singer-songwriters each performed and recorded a song written by the other, celebrate their release with a special mashup performance at Gramps in Wynwood

 

Miami, FL – May 3, 2016 – Two of Miami’s premier singer-songwriters, Jim Camacho (The Goods) and Rob Elba (The Holy Terrors, Shark Valley Sisters) long associated through friendship and prominence in the South Florida music scene, have joined musical forces to release a split single of original material. Recorded at Dan Hosker Studio in Miami Beach by another scene heavy, Frank “Rat Bastard” Falestra, the new release features an Elba song performed by Camacho called “Messenger” and one penned by Camacho and sung by Elba, “Ugly”.

The two tracks will be available for download and streaming. The release will be celebrated with a special evening of live music at Gramps (176 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127-4414), on Friday, May 20, 2016, a night which will feature performances by all three (Camacho, Elba and Falestra), plus a set by Mr. Entertainment and the Pookiesmackers. Doors open at 9 p.m., music begins at 10 p.m., and the cover is $5. 21 and over are welcome.

“Although, I’ve played countless shows with Rob over the years, I’ve always wanted to work with him in the studio,” says Camacho. “This project was the perfect opportunity for it, the timing was right, and I’m truly looking forward to sharing both the song and the video with everyone.” Shot at the two artists’ musical stomping and proving grounds Churchill’s Pub in Little Haiti, the videos, featuring cameo appearances by club founder Dave Daniels, are being produced and edited by Juan Davila from 2 Way Creative, Camacho’s long-time associate.

Elba offers: “So I have known Jim for over 25 years, and for the past 10 or so we have been threatening to collaborate on something. We decided to record the two songs with Rat because we knew he wouldn’t let us get too precious with them. You have to have a fairly good amount of confidence to record with Rat, because he will either tell you something sucks or not say anything at all – which can either mean he loves it or he’s just completely given up on you. He’s either a genius producer or a complete dick…most likely a combination of the two.”

The pair will appear on Shake 108 FM’s “Local Love” show Wednesday, May 18, 2016 to promote the singles and the event, performing live and speaking with host Aimee Beah Moore. Listeners can tune in to 107.9 FM locally or on the web at www.Shake108.com outside the 305.

For more information, visit www.JimCamacho.com or call Gramps at 305.699.2669.

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ABOUT JIM CAMACHO

Miami native Jim Camacho’s solo career has seen him release five collections of songs, including Stalker Songs, which earned a Gold Remi award in the Music Video category at the 40th Annual WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival for the song titled “Houdini.” His material garnered “Best Acoustic Performer” (2005) and “Best Album” (2009 for Beachfront Defeat) honors from the Miami New Times. The Broward Palm Beach New Times called Everywhere one of the top albums of 2013. He’s toured withJohn Legend and Linda Perhacs.

Last year, Jim released two singles: “Ophelia” in February and “Please Come Home” in July. In 2016, he will issue a virtual split 7” single with singer / songwriter Rob Elba (Holy Terrors / Shark Valley Sisters); more singles are in the works. His latest release is “Make It to the Morning Light”, which is now available as a pay-what-you-like for charity download on Bandcamp.

Camacho has also become prolific at writing musicals and scoring children’s theater productions. His initial foray into the realm began with Fools’ Paradise, which was directed and choreographed by the acclaimed Jonathan Cerullo. The show ran as a full production in Miami and played to sold out workshops in New York. Next, he co-wrote and scored Guru, which premiered in  Miami, scored Mickey Herman Saves the $#&@ World, which premiered at the Adrienne Arsht Center, wrote the book and music for The Cavie Islanders and the Troll and The Guru of Gir.

He has collaborated with Sesame Street and Disney veteran Noel MacNeal on Who Put the Trick in Trick or Treat: Tales of Amazing Tricksters, Beasts of the Magical World, and The Carnival of Extraordinary Animals – all of which enjoyed runs during the “Boo at the Zoo” at the Bronx Zoo 2012-2014. In 2015, Camacho premiered Digging for Bones, a musical about a group of time-travelling paleontologists and a friendly T-Rex dinosaur skeleton, and enjoyed a third successful run of a collaboration with MacNeal, Mouse King, which has become a new South Florida holiday tradition, enjoying multiple sell out performances.

Camacho co-founded and led the standout group The Goods, which was active during the 1990s, worked with legendary producer Tom Dowd, won the prestigious “Album of the Year” Florida Jammy award and topped the Billboard Florida Radio & Record charts with their single “I’m Not Average”. Their high-energy live show, outstanding musicianship and relentless touring led them to sign a recording contract with Polygram Records and be featured in a VH1 documentary. The Goods shared the stage with Pearl Jam, The Smithereens, Cracker and Matthew Sweet, among others.

For more information, visit www.JimCamacho.com, like the Jim Camacho Music page on Facebook, and follow him on Twitter and Instagram  @JimCamacho.

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Zach Deputy at Guanabanas May 8

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Zach Deputy Plays Free, All-Ages Show at Guanabanas May 8


Soulful R&B singer-songwriter performs at Jupiter venue with special guest Brett Staska

Miami, FL – April 26, 2016 –  The one man band phenom from South Carolina known as Zach Deputy will once again grace the Guanabanas Island Restaurant and Bar stage Sunday, May 8, 2016, beginning at 4 p.m. with supporting act Brett Staska. The show caps a weekend of roots / reggae live music performances at the venue located at 960 North Highway A1A, Jupiter, FL 33477; there is never a cover. Now based in Savannah, GA, the multi-instrumentalist / singer-songwriter Deputy is currently on tour all over the U.S. promoting his latest release “Keep On Moving”, which features backing musicians known as The Hashtags.

Zach’s musical influences are varied and extremely diverse. Growing up, the music of his Puerto Rican, Cruzan and Irish heritage included Calypso rhythms and folk songs of St. Croix combined with the R&B / soul of legends like James Brown and Ray Charles. As Deputy matured and honed his craft, a unique hybrid of these influences emerged, ultimately creating a signature sound the artist dubbed “Island-infused, Drum ‘n’ Bass, Gospel-Ninja-Soul”. His live show is enhanced by looping technology and is a literal one man dance party.

“We’ve been a fan of Zach’s infectious sound for a long time now,” says Talent Buyer Matt Cahur. “We’re happy to have him back as he has become one of J-Town’s favorite artists.” He has played Guanabanas several times over the last few years, even issuing a live recording from November 2010 on Bandcamp. Opener Staska, also a solo performer, released his debut four-song “sunburnt folk-rock” EP in June of 2015; he also performs with the roots / reggae band Roots Shakedown.

Guanabanas hosts Sammy J’s reggae / soul from down under Friday, May 6, then Herbal Krew the following night May 7 – both shows are free, open to 21 and over, and begin at 9 p.m. Zach Deputy closes the weekend with this specialSunday afternoon concert at 4 p.m. – this show is free and all-ages.

For more information, please visit www.Guanabanas.com or call 561.747.8878.

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ABOUT GUANABANAS

Guanabanas is dedicated to providing each guest with a truly unique outdoor dining experience. We have designed our company and our restaurant in an unorthodox way to help achieve the high standards we have set for ourselves in the disciplines of service, food, atmosphere/ambiance, waterfront location, landscape design, outdoor temperature control and the overall sensory experience.

We feel it is necessary to provide a true “Florida” experience with our creative outdoor restaurant design which utilizes quality exotic/local plants and trees, Key West/Old Florida styled structures, hand-built cheeky huts from the native Indian tribes of Florida, fresh Florida seafood and a premium bar with a national live music calendar.

Giving back to the community is such a focal point for our company’s mission that we developed a monthly event we have termed “Give Back Thursdays” to help feed the need of our community organizations. With our “Give Back Thursdays” event we have partnered with some fantastic companies to help drive donations where money is badly needed, as well as giving away our stage space to allow the charities to showcase their cause.

Guanabanas helps support many local charities, such as the Surfrider Foundation, Pink Purses, Martin Memorial Hospital, Haiti Relief Effort, Freedom Flight for WWII Vets by the Martin County Firefighters, Jupiter High Surf Team, Friends of Jupiter Beach, Vita Nova House, and many others.

For more information, visit www.guanabanas.com or call 561.747.8513.

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Mut Communications
Michael Mut
786.426.2277
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“The Show Me Show” Kickstarter Campaign

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

Noel MacNeal’s The Show Me Show for Kids with Autism Launches Kickstarter Campaign

 

Fundraiser needs $55K by May 17 in order to begin production of interactive web series

 

Brooklyn, NY – April 19, 2016 – Professional puppeteer and Muppets performer Noel MacNeal (Bear of Disney’s Bear in the Big Blue House and Magellan the Dragon from Nick Jr.’s Eureeka’s Castle) has launched a crowdsourcing campaign for his latest project, “The Show Me Show”, an online series for kids with autism and special needs. This live action educational series will be available for viewers to download and then “choose” which version of the show they would like to help the characters (and Noel) create. Those interested in making a tax-deductible contribution and learning more about the benefits of donating can do so at http://kck.st/1NzHXY2.

The show, produced by MacNeal’s non-profit company Elephant Shoes, Inc., presents early science and math concepts such as counting to three to dance the waltz, or using simple engineering, like using a ramp to get a prop on stage. It will also help autistic and special needs kids recognize and work through everyday social and emotional situations; for example, meeting people, playing together, handling changes / transitions, recognizing emotional reactions in others and in themselves, etc.

Apart from host MacNeal, the show will feature three main puppet characters. Fynnias is a five-year-old with an endless amount of energy and eagerness. He loves to pretend, has a winning smile, expressive eyes and a wild imagination for creating stories and plays. Older sister Taylor is a bright and gifted eight-year-old girl with a quick wit who knows she wants to be a professional singer when she grows up. Nona is the mature, “invented” yak that Noel created from assorted this-and-that items on hand; she is the host’s best friend and confidante, and often, dance partner.

At the start of each show, the day’s “guest star” is revealed – a sound (e.g. “laughter”), a color (e.g. “blue”), a number (e.g. “three”), or a shape (e.g. “circle” or the “human hand”). Two characters will have an idea on what kind of show to do. The viewer will be asked to choose who they want help create the show, then the show proceeds in that direction. Because all episodes are downloadable, viewers can go back and pick the alternate choice to see the same show go in the other direction. Thus, each episode is two shows in one, reminiscent of the popular Choose Your Own Adventure books written by Edward Packard beginning in the 1970s.

The perks for donating to the fundraiser include everything from social media shout outs from Noel and Fynnias, to the musical soundtrack to the show featuring music composed by award-winning singer-songwriter Jim Camacho; autographed photos of MacNeal with the now classic and iconic characters he helped bring to life for children’s television; Skype chats and tours of the set; a personalized puppet to be used on the show, then sent to the owner, and more.

For more information about the program, visit www.theshowmeshow.com.

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ABOUT NOEL MACNEAL

Noel MacNeal launched his career performing on PBS’s award-winning Sesame Street, where he honed his craft with puppetry legends Jim Henson and Frank Oz. He’s been a performer on Sesame Street for more than thirty years, and has trained puppeteers in Japan, Mexico, South Africa, Jordan, Palestine, India, and Pakistan for the Sesame Workshop international co-productions of Sesame Street. Noel has also performed with Disney’s The Muppets as Sweetums.

For more than a decade, Noel was the spirit and voice of Bear, the gentle and lovable star of the Emmy Award-winning series Disney’s Bear in the Big Blue House and the Disney Channel morning series Breakfast with Bear. In 2003, Noel received a Daytime Emmy Nomination as “Outstanding Performer in a Children’s Series.”

His repertoire of characters also includes Kako on the Nick Jr. series Oobi and Blue on Nick Jr.’s Blue’s Room. He’s also played Magellan on the award-winning series Eureeka’s Castle on Nick Jr., Madame Chairbird in the film Sesame Street Presents: Follow That Bird, Rabbit for Disney Channel’s Emmy Award-winning series The Book of Pooh, Leon on PBS’s The Puzzle Place, and Knock–Knock on The Great Space Coaster.

Noel is also a television writer. His scripts have been featured on PBS Kids Sprout’s The Goodnight Show, Bear in the Big Blue House, The Puzzle Place, The Magic Schoolbus, Cyberchase, Eureeka’s Castle and Gullah Gullah Island. He is also a script and television directorial adviser and consultant for the international versions of Sesame Street, as well having directed episodes of Bear in the Big Blue House and The Good Night Show.

Noel lives in Brooklyn with his wife, novelist Susan Elia MacNeal, (of the Maggie Hope Mystery series) and ten-year-old son, Matt (a budding puppeteer).

For more information, visit www.noelmacneal.com.

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