Good morning, Miami! In today’s edition: Art deco weekend, Casa Moderne’s Let’s get to it!0M mansion, a musical celebration of David Lynch, and more. Let’s get to it!

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Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.

Design, history, and flavor converge: Miami Beach’s 49th annual Art Deco Weekend returns January 9 to 11 with walking tours, live music, and new prix-fixe menus along Ocean Drive, celebrating the city’s iconic architecture — get all the weekend details.

A playground of modern luxury: Casa Moderne, a nearly $30 million Miami home, showcases a floating staircase, Biscayne Bay views, and a kitchen with wine cellar, plus an outdoor bar and six-hole mini golf course — read the full story.

Pickleball, but funnier: Open-air courts, yard games, and a lively Wynwood vibe make Sip and Pickle a breezy way to work in friendly competition. Rally with friends, linger for music and drinks, because post-game banter is at least half the fun.

A home for Miami creativity: Wynwood’s Gramps has closed for good after 13 years. Owner Adam Gersten looks back at its legacy and the final weekend send-off that wrapped up on January 4 — read the full story.

A neighborhood landmark’s storied past: Red Bird Shopping Center at Bird and Red roads was sold for $62.1 million in the fall. Asana Partners has not shared plans, leaving tenants and neighbors watching for changes — read the full story.

An immersive cultural experience: South Beach Wine and Food Festival will return this year for its 25th edition, with The Cookout led by Chef JJ Johnson. Expect signature dishes from Black chefs, interactive moments, DJ sets, and a performance by Fat Joe, highlighting African American and Caribbean flavors and boosting tourism. See what’s planned here.

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Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had it’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.

A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).

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👮 Officer Meet & Greet @ Cagney’s Steakhouse onboard NCL | Monday (1/12) at 10:15 AM – Pop by to meet the officers who actually keep this circus on the road. Shake a few hands, ask what really gets done, and enjoy the rare thrill of a meeting that’s more neighborly chat than agenda. Everyone’s welcome, even your questions.

🔥 Open Fire Dinner @ Mayfair Grill | Monday (1/12) at 7:00 PM – Patio weather calls for an open-fire feast at Mayfair Grill, where Miami heavyweights Giorgio Rapicavoli and Franco Stanzione are tag-teaming the flames. Expect smoke, char, and the kind of flavors that make you text babysitters, then high-five your taste buds. Coconut Grove never smelled better.

⛳ 3rd Annual Miami FAMP Charity Golf Tournament @ Miami Beach Golf Club | Wednesday (1/14) at 8:00 AM – Nothing beats a charity round where your questionable short game actually helps someone. The 3rd Annual Miami FAMP Charity Golf Tournament lets you swing for a cause, enjoy cart banter, soak up that Miami sun, and earn bragging rights; details at miamifamp.org/golf.

🌮 Food Trucks Wednesdays @ Pelican Harbor Marina | Wednesday (1/14) at 5:00 PM – Wednesday nights at Pelican Harbor Marina mean food truck grazing with bay breezes, picnic blankets, and zero pretension. Korean bites, shawarma, pizza, burgers, churros, even ice cream, all in one stroll, and yes, free parking, which in Miami qualifies as a minor miracle.

🕵 Home Is Where the Murder Is Live Show @ Port of Miami – Cruise Terminal | Thursday (1/15) at 3:00 PM – If your idea of vacation is sun, a stiff drink, and a little murder, hop aboard Norwegian Getaway with Robyn and Molly. They’re hosting a live Home Is Where the Murder Is show, Bahamas-bound, with antics, friendship, cocktails included, and Molly’s inevitable heat complaints.

🏀 Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics @ Kaseya Center | Thursday (1/15) at 7:30 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to dust off the old Heat jersey, this is it. Boston’s in town, the rivalry is alive, and the refs will definitely need your expert advice. Grab a seat, a cafecito, and your playoff voice.

🎶 No Hay Banda: A Musical Celebration of David Lynch @ Floyd Miami | Friday (1/16) at 7:00 PM – Craving something stranger than your usual dinner-and-a-show? This immersive, multi-room tribute channels the sound worlds and surreal atmospheres of David Lynch, with smoky lounge jazz, industrial hum, and velvet-curtain vibes. Wander, sip something, and let your inner detective enjoy the weird.

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Weather forecast

Today – High: 79°F – Low: 72°F – Precip: 7%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. East wind around 10 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 72. East wind 5 to 9 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 80°F – Low: 69°F – Precip: 18%

A slight chance of rain showers after 1pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 80. Northeast wind around 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. Northeast wind 6 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.

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