PUBLISHERS – READERS COMMENTS
Welcome Spring! Even in South Florida we begin to see lush colors emerging as we enjoy our subtle seasonal changes. At my home, butterflies are taking flight and the wildflowers are just doing what they do – being abundantly wild! Spring is the season of dramatic change and creates a renewed sense of awareness ... Read more
WHAT’S NEW IN TOWN – Apr/May 2016
After more than twelve successful years dressing children in stylish, elegant and comfortable shoes and clothing in the wholesale market, the owners of the Elephantito children’s wear brand, Maria Frallicciardi and Alexandra Penso, opened their first retail store on Sunset Drive. Since opening in 2004, the Elephantito brand is sold in 10 countries and in ... Read more
THE UNDERLINE – SOMI MAGAZINE UPDATE WITH MEG DALY
The Underline is the name given to THE project to create a 10-mile urban trail and linear park from the Miami River to Dadeland South. FRIENDS OF THE UNDERLINE is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization advocating to transform the underutilized land below Miami’s Metrorail into a 10-mile linear park, urban trail and canvas for artistic expression. ... Read more
EXPRESSING THEMSELVES – YOUTH DIALOGUE DAY
The South Miami Drug-Free Coalition and South Miami Senior High Cobrawesomeness Club held the sixth annual Youth Dialogue Day on February 18th at South Miami Senior High School. This event brings youth and community leaders together to hear teens’ concerns and find solutions. Attendees included law enforcement, school administrators, elected officials, non-profit and faith leaders, ... Read more
ADDRESSING TRANSPORTATION CONCERNS
The 2015 Urban Mobility Scorecard from the Texas A&M Transportation Institute, the national authority on transportation issues, ranks the south Florida region in 12th place of 15 urban areas with the worst traffic congestion in the nation. Efficient and effective mass transit, long and delayed commuter trips, single vehicle occupancy rates, suburban sprawl are all ... Read more
THE CHEF’S TABLE – Spiltsville Luxury Lanes
CHEF Lazaro Padron RESTAURANT SPLITSVILLE LUXURY LANES FACTS A Miami native, Lazaro has always had a passion for cooking. He began working in the hospitality industry at age 16, continuing on to earn his degree in Culinary Arts from Johnson & Wales University. He has worked with several well-known chefs in South Florida over the ... Read more
ARTS IN SOMI
HIGHLIGHTS FROM OUR NEIGHBORS AT THE U LOWE ART MUSEUM ArtLab @ The Lowe | GER•MANIA! April 22, 2015 – May 10, 2016 This edition of ArtLab @ The Lowe explores key artistic movements in nineteenth- and twentieth-century Germany and Austria. Visitors to the Lowe will have the unique opportunity to examine original works of ... Read more
SEBASTIAN GRAY, PHOTOGRAPHY
Sebastian Gray is a commercial and fine art photographer. His photography is accomplished with a depth of understanding of the subject matter and an ability to fashion his narrative in form. In addition to being creative and innovative, he is also an excellent technician who understands light and how to manipulate images. “I like to elevate ... Read more
SALUTING THE MILITARY
Two events were held recently to support the men and women in military service to our country. On Sunday, February 21st, ChamberSOUTH’s Military Affairs Committee and Chamber N-XT took to the lanes of Bird Bowl for the inaugural Bowling Tournament. In mid-March, on Sunday March 13th, TeamFootworks organized the Military 5K taking runners to the streets ... Read more
WEARING THE GREEN
SOMI Magazine paparazzo took to the streets for St. Patty’s day making stops at Sunset Tavern, The Irish Times, Bougies and Sports Grill. Bagpiper A.J. Bihn made his way through town adding some traditional flavors, other than Guinness and corned beef.