"NoMi" Galleries, Restaurants, and Stores!
Here are just some of the great venues you can visit in Downtown North Miami:

Downtown North Miami

CS Gallery Opens!

A contemporary art gallery, located at 787 NE 125 Street, "CS Gallery" is now downtown.  Their website is www.ChirinosSanchez.com. Contact: Jorge Chirinos Sanchez (JC) at 305.308.6561

 

Fache Art & Amy Alonso Gallery

Another great gallery in the NoMi district is the 'Fache Art & Amy Alonso Gallery,' located at 750 NE 124 Street,Suite 2.  Visit them on the web at www.carlafache.com and www.fachearts.com

Carla Fache can be reached via email at fachearts@gmail.com or (786) 709-5129.

Vintage Value: Downtown NoMi Featured in 'Home Miami' Magazine

Vintage Value:  Downtown NoMi Featured in 'Home Miami' Magazine
 
We have long talked about downtown North Miami becoming a shopping destination.  With a feature article in the April Issue of Home Miami magazine, it seems we might have arrived!
 
Titled, 'Vintage Value,' the story features the many fun furnishing stores which have recently opened on NE 125 Street, across the street from MoCA.  If you haven't read it yet, check it out at www.homemia.com.
 
Gary Rubenstein's Antiques is just one of the wonderful new shops in our area.
 
Stripe, a long-time presence in the area, has moved to a larger storefront.
 
Of course, Vermillion is still there, as is the Luna Star Cafe.  Click here for a list of some of the other hot spots in Downtown North Miami:
 
Be sure to read the article in Home Miami magazine.  Even more importantly, be sure to shop at these wonderful stores!

New Stores and Galleries Open on NE 125 Street

Early 2009 has seen a plethora of new and exciting stores open in the Downtown NoMi area. This gives shoppers even more reasons to shop! Here are some of the new stores:

· Artistic Antiques & Modern Design @ 849 NE 125th Street

· Cinqo- Taller de Arte @ 783 NE 125th Street

· Caridini Gallery Art Studio @ 785 NE 125th Street

· Chirino Sanchez Gallery @ 787 NE 125th Street

· KM Bakery @ 793 NE 125th Street

· Stripe Vintage-Modern @ 799 NE 125th Street

· Moca Café @ 738 NE 125th Street

· Caribbean Spot – Haitian Restaurant @ 633 NE 125th Street

· Art Modern Vintage Gallery @ 781 NE 125th Street

 

North Miami to Implement Retail Economic Development Strategy

The recent announced closing of the 125 Street Starbucks and a nationwide economic downturn as caused great consternation among the Downtown NoMi merchants and supporters.  But the North Miami City Council is taking steps to address ways we can help our businesses.
 
The City and CRA have entered into a contract with the Buxton Company to conduct a Community ID Retail Economic Development Strategy.  The strategy will assist us in identifying and matching potential retailers and restaurants with the consumer profile and needs/desires of North Miami so that targeted efforts can be implemented in an effort to recruit the targeted retailers and restaurants.
 
It is anticipated that the following three commercial corridors will be analyzed by the Buxton Company for their retail potential:
  • NE 125 Street, from NE 5th Avenue to 12 Avenue
  • NW 7 Avenue, from NW 119 Street to 135 Street
  • West Dixie Highway, from NE 122 Street to 139 Street
In their analysis of the retail potential of these commercial corridors, the Buxton Company will consider the benefits and incentives available to potential retailers in these corridors through one or more of the following considerations:
  • Eligibility for CRA funded programs
  • Eligibility for participation in the federal HUBZone program
  • Eligibility for local and state financial incentives through the Miami-Dade County Enterprise ZoneProgram
This project could be a great vehicle to engage key groups and interests to develop a viable strategy to enhance the City's retail corridors.  If you would like a copy of the Buxton proposal, please email me at scott@scott-galvin.com.

 

 

Bozenka Belly Dancing Comes to NoMi

Rucht D`Oleo Designs

Fresh Beauty and Fashion

Rucht D`Oleo Designs and Fresh Beauty Studio are joining together to offer their select clientele a night that will be all about Fresh Beauty and Fashion.

Come to Rucht D`Oleo Designs to enjoy three hours of fashion and beauty tips while you shop the latest trends at incredible savings. You will have the opportunity to have a private make-up consultation with Nikol Johnson, creator and founder of Fresh Beauty Studio.

Please RSVP by Sep 26th. Fresh Beauty Studio will be offering mini makeup applications featuring the latest fall colors. With a purchase of any 2 cosmetics receive a free gift (while supplies last).

Also receive 20% off on Rucht D`Oleo`s new Fall-Winter collection, which include the most chic dresses for the upcoming holiday season.

Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese all evening while you update your fall wardrobe and create a new color palette.

Rucht D`Oleo Designs
Friday Sep 28th, 200 From 7p.m. to 10p.m.
773 NE 125 St, North Miami, Florida 33161 (305) 892 4481
info@ruchtdoleo.com

Rucht D`Oleo Designs

Officially established in January 2006, Rucht D`Oleo Designs is a new, trendy, sophisticated women's boutique located in North Miami, carrying the latest fashion trends of the season.

 At Rucht D`Oleo Designs you always find a dressed look for every occasion, from summer fun in the sand, to winter Miami chic looks, evening gowns, to blossoming spring weddings. It has everything for you, carrying plain and floral printed cocktail dresses, casual and evening tops, evening gowns and career wear designed and produced in house, using all natural and organic fabrics such cotton, silk, and linens so nothing feels like an itchy wool sweater 2 sizes too small. If something doesn't fit right, alterations are made on the spot, so in other words, everything is made for YOUR comfort and movement!

We also offer custom made dresses for you, if you have a dress in mind that you can't find anywhere, don’t look any further, just make an appointment with us and we'll make sure that your dream dress comes to reality.

 
Rucht D`Oleo, owner and head designer has more than 10 years of experience within the fashion industry, including head designer of her house of couture in her native Dominican Republic. She has a bachelor's degree in fashion design and has become a successful business woman and fashion designer. Last year she won "Best New Designer" for the Miami Fashion Industry Awards and her designs have been featured in Aventura Magazine, The Miami Herald and other high standing fashion magazines in Miami. Rucht D`Oleo is also a distinguished Alumni of Miami International University of Art and Design, where she completed her education in fashion design.

Fresh Beauty Studio

Fresh Beauty Studio is a complete on location makeup studio right at your front door, photo shoot or production. Nikol Johnson creator and founder of Fresh Beauty Studio is a veteran in the fashion industry; after winning FORD Models "Supermodel of America" contest for Miami in the early 1990's, she gracefully traveled the world working in print, national commercials, film and runway. She is an active member of Screen Actors Guild. After a 15 year run in the modeling industry, Nikol moved forward with her passion for skin care and cosmetics and became a makeup artist in 1996. She has worked for Bobbi Brown, Laura Mercier and Lancôme. She graduated from the nationally recognized Cosmix School of makeup artistry. She is also a licensed esthetician. Accessibility is a unique and important aspect of Fresh Beauty Studio's services. Nikol's expertise in skin care, cosmetics and makeup application is available on yachts, private planes, off hours, on location and out of state.
Visit her website at www.freshbeautystudio.com or 954-850-1065.

 

The Zed Gallery

One of NoMi's newest galleries, the Zed Gallery is located at 783 NE 125 Street. 
Contact Jorge Chirinos (JC) at 305-308-6561. 

 

MoCA Announces Expansion Plans

North Miami's highly-successful Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) has announced an $18 million expansion plan that will triple its exhibition space while adding a multipurpose room for performance art and film screenings.  It is expected that the project will be complete by 2010.
 
The expansion will also add an outdoor sculpture roof overlooking the reflecting pool and a 1,500-square-foot skylit reception lobby.  Said director Bonnie Clearwater in the Miami Herald, "It's all about being able to do more."
 
MoCA opened in 1996.  This expansion will be funded through a private-public partnership, with MoCA soon to launch a capital and endowment campaign that will include selling naming rights to the new building.  For more info on all things MoCA, visit www.mocanomi.org.



Trees Planted Downtown

Trees have been planted along NE 125th Street and West Dixie Highway corridors, replacing trees that had been considered hazardous. The new look with a variety of Palm trees will continue downtown's renaissance.



NoMi Clean-Up Begins

 

Tony Crapp, director of North Miami's CRA, provided this opportunity to update everyone on the progress so far in the implementation of our Phase I of the Commercial Corridor Improvement Program (CCIP)

 

Downtown Projects Approved!

The North Miami city council has approved several new projects designed to improve the aesthetics of the Downtown NoMi corridor. Here is a recap:

* Pressure cleaning of the brick pavers on the sidewalks and plazas, including one "deep cleaning" and one regular cleaning. Work will be performed on the weekend to minimize disruption to businesses. The cleanings will occur during August and September.

* Repair and improve the fountain located in the plaza between NE 6th Avenue and West Dixie Highway. Water will finally run again!

* Remove the mahogany trees that pose problems with leave and bird droppings. Trim back others where necessary.

* Install 53 trash receptacles in the downtown area.

* Remove all concrete furniture located along NE 125 Street, between NE 6th and 8th Courts. Fill in area with plants, sand, and/or new pavement.

The council also awarded a grant not to exceed $70,000 to La Baguette, located at 680 NE 127 Street, for a facade renovation. This money comes from the federal Community Development Block Grant program. It will allow one of the most-visible businesses in the area to spruce up their building.



Resolution Establishing Sidewalk Cafes Passes

The North Miami city council has passed a groundbreaking resolution allowing sidewalk cafes on city rights-of-way. This is a giant leap forward for our city and I expect it to help boost restaurants, especially in the NoMi arts district.

Sidewalk cafes provide a unique environment for relaxation and dining. Our new legislation allows for outdoor seating while providing standards that protect the safety of customers. Proof of insurance must be provided by the city to the dining establishment, as must drawings depicting the layout of the proposed dining area. Permits must also be attained, but the first year of the permit is free. There will be a $50 annual renewal fee every year thereafter.

The ordinance was co-sponsored by Mayor Burns and myself.

 

Commercial Facade Rehab Program Set

In order to help improve local commercial corridors, the city of North Miami Facade Program offers financial incentives to property owners of eligible commercial buildings to complete a facade rehab program.

The program offers a grant of 50% of the approved projects cost up to $45,000 per building. In addition, buildings with 5 contiguous storefronts or more may be eligible for an additional $5,000. Since the program is intended to primarily assist small businesses, projects must not exceed a total budget of $350,000.

The city will make grant payments (in the form of reimbursement) during the duration of the project, after completion of roughly 25%, 50%, 75%, and at the completion of a qualified project. Projects must be approved prior to beginning construction to participate in the program. Interested parties may apply through the Planning Department by calling 305-893-6511.

Savino & Miller Design Studio

12345 NE 6th Ave
North Miami, FL 33161
Tel. 305.895.9082
Fax 305.892.9083
E-mail: barry@savinomiller.com
http://www.savinomiller.com


NoMi Legislation Wins Approval

In recent weeks, the city council has approved three pieces of legislation I proposed. Since they directly impact NoMi, I wanted to tell you about them:

• Prohibiting the Use of Paint Window Covering that Exceeds 25% of the Total – This makes it illegal for businesses to paint-over their windows, as one near city hall recently did. There are also storefronts covered with adhesive stickers and/or adhesive reflective material that are aesthetically undesirable. The ordinance requires storefronts to maintain at least 75% of the window frontage with see-through visibility at all times.


• Prohibiting Liquor Packaging Businesses in the Downtown Overlay Arts District (NoMi) – Though restaurants can still sell liquor, packaging stores can not open in the area.


• Creating a section to our Nusiance Ordinances entitled “Private Property Nuisance Abatement” – This specifically requires owners of properties that are termite-infested to take immediate steps to get rid of the termites. This helps adjoining property storefronts who previously were powerless if a neighbor with termites refused to tent.

 

Heirlooms of Tomorrow Inc at 662 N.E. 125 St

Phonee: 305-899-0920
Email them at:
hot_gifts@bellsouth.net

 

The Ambrosino Gallery, located at 769 NE 125 Street.

Gallery hours are: Wed, Thur, Fri 11-2, 3-6pm and Sat 12-5pm. 
Call 305-891-5577 for details.

Email them at:AmbrosinoGallery@aol.com
Visit his site at: www.ambrosinogallery.com
or check his current exhibition at:
http://hometown.aol.com/ambrosinogallery/

Belvair for Modern Living at 859 NE 125th Street. 

Open Thursday thru Saturday, Noon - 6 pm. 
Email at
belvair@hotmail.com

 

Vermillion Gallery at 765 NE 125 Street. 

Phone them at 305-893-7800.  
Dealing in 20th Century furnishings, and fine art, circa 1920s-1960s.

Web: http://www.galleryvermillion.com or email at susancutler@earthlink.net

 

Visit the Luna Star!

The great Luna Star Cafe, located at 775 NE 125 St., has been named "Best Coffeehouse" by
the Miami New Times newspaper.  Luna Star is very deserving of this recognition!

Luna is open Tuesday thru Sunday, from 10:00 am till 2:00 am on Fridays and Saturdays and
w eekdays till midnight. 

Check out their web site at:
http://members.aol.com/luna13star/index.html

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M-Ensemble Dance Company -

Florida's oldest established African-American theater company offering musical, contemporary, classical and original plays; theater workshops for children and adults; and special vibrant presentations for Kwanzaa and Black Music Month.  12320 West Dixie Hwy.
Web
: http://www.mensemble.com

 

Deborah Grey Mitchell Photography -

For all your photography needs.  Also home to an art and exhibition gallery.
12345 West Dixie Highway.

Performing Arts Network Opens North Miami Home

The widely known and respected Performing Arts Network (PAN) has opened a new home at 13126 West Dixie Hwy.  PAN has long been considered a cultural hub for arts activity as well as a laboratory for new artists and new work.  Among other things, they offer an array of dance classes for children and adults. 

We are extremely excited to have PAN as part of our city.  For more information on their programs, call 305-899-7730 or email
PANMiami@aol.com



Downtown Arts Overlay District

Our newly created Downtown Overlay District is in place. Its intent is to help create an official forum for artists and entertainers to demonstrate their crafts and provide various ambiance to residents.

The boundaries run from the west on NE 4th Avenue to the east on NE 12th Avenue.  On the south, it begins on NE 123 Street and continues north to NE 126 Street. 
However, it does run north along West Dixie Highway, from 125 to 135 Streets.

Arts-related businesses in the Overlay District are eligible to apply for funding assistance under our Downtown Assistance Fund (see article above).


Artists Get Break on NE 125 St.

Artists hoping to start a business in our downtown area get a financial break.   New occupational license fees are in effect, allowing artists and antique dealers to get licenses for less money.
Antique and art dealers pay only $25.00 annually, down from the old fee of $77.00. 
Museums and art galleries pay only $10.00. 

I feel these reductions will help our downtown revitilazation. 

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Museum of Contemporary Art
Located at 770 NE 125 Street, The Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) opened its
building in February, 1996.

The 23,000 square foot structure is a site for discovering new artists, contemplating the work of
contemporary masters, and learning about our living cultural heritage.  MoCA maintains an active exhibition schedule, presenting 8 to 10 exhibitions annually.


Visit their web site at http://www.mocanomi.com

 

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