SEE
Art Wynwood International Contemporary Art Fair
What: The area known for its spray paint-wielding graffiti artists celebrates street art, murals, pop surrealism, and more — including the man who helped grow the neighborhood, Tony Goldman — in a Basel-style tent.
Why: Hit the after-parties at Wynwood Walls (Fri., 10 p.m.) and Bakehouse Art Complex (Sat., 7-10 p.m. with $10 donation) for live entertainment.
When: Fri., noon-9 p.m.; Sat., noon-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-7 p.m.; Mon., noon-6 p.m.
Where: 3101 NE First Ave. (520-529-1108). Tickets ($15 and up) at art-wynwood.com.
STAND UP
One Billion Rising
What: Join the V-Day campaign with thousands of other cities across the world to bring an end to violence against women through dance, art, and music.
Why: Spend a night under the stars with performances by Spam Allstar and New World Symphony fellows and a video installation by Dara Friedman.
When: Tonight, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Soundscape Park at New World Center, 500 17th St., Miami Beach (305-673-3330). R.S.V.P. at onebillionrising.org.
PLATE
Restaurant Day
What: Show off your inner top chef and open your own culinary pop-up for a day. Serve your dish where you want (your backyard, a park) at the prices you pick. Not so kitchen savvy? Treat your taste buds to what the neighborhood’s cooking.
Why: Just make sure to register your restaurant’s snappy name and spread the word on Twitter with #restaurantdaymiami and #restaurantday.
When: Sun.
Where: Find locations at restaurantday.org.
HEAR
Nicole Henry
What: The Miami jazz/pop singer celebrates her CD So Good, So Right: Nicole Henry Live with an album release concert with members of and benefiting The National YoungArts Foundation.
Why: Get an earful of her soulful interpretations of Aretha Franklin, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, and Gladys Knight classics.
When: Sat., 8 p.m.
Where: Colony Theatre, 1040 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach (305-674-1040 ext. 2). Tickets ($45-$125) at ticketmaster.com.
PAMPER
Club Essentia Wellness Retreat at Delano South Beach
What: The hotel spa opens with a new name, a fancier look (Italian chandeliers, terrazzo floors, gray accents), and new treatments.
Why: Bio-Swiss age-defying oxygen facials, deep-tissue massages, Shellac mani/pedis, and hair services such as blowouts and cuts.
When: Daily 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: 1685 Collins Ave., Miami Beach (305-674-6100).
LEARN
Blogging for Beginners
What: Enlist the help of two social media pros from Working Girls, who’ll share valuable tips on layout, design, content strategy, growing your audience, and making your posts as searchable as a crime scene.
Why: You’re itching to quit your day job.
When: Fri., 9:30 a.m.
Where: The Academy of South Florida, 3100 S. Dixie Hwy., ste. 100, Coconut Grove (305-648-2000). Tickets ($35) at bloggingmiami.eventbrite.com.
Photo: Courtesy of Art Wynwood
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