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Rise and shine, Miami!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: An evening with Norah O’Donnell, Swan Lake, and Mottai’s U.S. debut + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Miami protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Brazilian group makes U.S. debut: Modern Japanese restaurant Mottai is open at The Plaza Coral Gables, blending seafood and grill dishes with French Japonisme design, led by chefs Brian Nasajon and Hiroshi Shintaku — get all the details.
March makeover meets mixed reactions: Miami Beach has announced a spring break safety plan, rebranding March around fitness and family events. Expect police, lifeguards and cleanups as critics warn of revenue hits and aggressive enforcement — get details on strategy and pushback.
Big help, lingering unknowns: Miami announced a 100% rebate of the city’s property tax portion for seniors 65 and older who homestead their home. Officials have not yet shared application steps or payment timeline — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Find your signature scent: When your go-to spritz feels stale, step into Osme Perfumery for curated niche fragrances, candles, and small-batch apothecary finds. Their pros make discovering the you-but-smell-great vibe easy, a little addictive, and delightfully low-pressure, with a relaxed sniff tour that leaves you smelling like yourself, only better.
Wing night upgrade: Let House of Wings handle your midweek cravings, with crispy, saucy, and grilled options that taste like something you’ll brag about later. Pick a couple of flavors, call it self-care, and you’ll be smug by Friday.
Fairway therapy, anyone?: Miami Beach Golf Club keeps it classic and playable, an 18-hole par-72 layout dating to 1923, with smooth paspalum turf, the Jim McLean Golf School for tune-ups, and a clubhouse scene where grabbing a bite after nine feels like part of the round.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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🎤 An Evening with Norah O’Donnell @ Chapman Conference Center at MDC 254 NE 4th St. Building 3, 2nd Floor Miami, FL 33132 | Monday (3/2) at 7:00 PM – Call it date night for smart people. Norah O’Donnell is in town talking We the Women with Miami Book Fair, and your ticket gets two seats, a copy of the book, and a reminder history class skipped a lot. Tickets required, so snag them early.
🦢 Swan Lake @ The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Take a break from streaming and catch Swan Lake performed by international ballet stars, all the romance, swans, and Tchaikovsky in one lush night. Dress up a little, impress yourself, and yes, there is a 2-for-1 if you plan smart.
🛍 FlamingoNet ARC Flea Market @ University of Miami | Saturday (3/7) at 7:00 AM – Kick off your morning at the FlamingoNet ham radio flea at UM, where antennas, connectors, and tall tales trade hands. It’s on the Coral Gables campus by the arboretum, and yes, you still have to pay to park, so bring curiosity and a tote bag.
🐢 Young Changemaker: Sea Turtle, Ocean Adventure and Microplastics Investigation @ Belafonte TACOLCY Center | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – This hands-on Coastlove outing lets the kids channel their inner Jacques Cousteau, collecting microplastics at Key Biscayne, diving into sea turtle biology, and actually leaving the beach cleaner. Closed-toed shoes, reusable bottle, and your parental bragging rights required. RSVP, obviously: https://www.coastlove.org/events/young-changemaker-sea-turtle-ocean-adventure-and-microplastics-investigation. Skip single-use bottles.
🎤 Miami Beach Youth Music Festival @ Miami Beach Bandshell | Saturday (3/7) at 3:00 PM – Proof your kids are cooler than you, the Miami Beach Youth Music Festival takes over Bandshell Park with three stages, 35 young acts, and every genre at once. It’s free, family friendly, and supports school music programs, with art tents, snacks, and shade.
✨ Hearts & Stars Gala 2026 @ Mana Wynwood | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 PM – Channel your inner Sevillano at Mana Wynwood with a real top-shelf open bar, tastings from South Florida staples, immersive decor, and performances that actually perform. Donate to get in, spring for VIP if you must, and feel good about helping The Little Lighthouse Foundation.
🌈 Holi 2026 @ Kendall Indian Hammocks Park | Sunday (3/8) at 11:00 AM – Whether you’ve tossed color powder for years or just need an excuse to wear white you don’t care about, MAIACA’s Holi celebration brings music, dance, and a color storm. Your dry cleaner will sigh, your inner kid will grin, and the photos will be ridiculous.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Miami report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 78°F – Low: 72°F – Precip: 32%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. East wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Northeast wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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Tomorrow – High: 78°F – Low: 73°F – Precip: 34%
A chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 78. East wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain showers. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. East wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
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Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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