Tarell is a native son of the city we all love. The award-winning playwright shared his Miami story with us: the journey from stage to screen, the “spirit of generosity” that got him there and coming home to make sure students today have the same opportunities he had. Read more Also in this newsletter: Meet the 50 individuals leading our … Read More
A MIAMI GUY’S CASE FOR CONNECTING THE CITY
Nothing reveals more about you than your story – the sum total of past experiences that shape who you are and what you care about. My story is one defined by a love for Miami. I was born and raised in the Upper Eastside (yes, we natives DO exist), and can still remember the shock every time I came home throughout college. A blighted rail yard was all of a sudden Midtown Miami; Jazz in the Gardens went from an annual neighborhood concert to one of the top music festivals in the country; Brickell had more condos than office towers. My city evolved, and after graduation, I got excited about being a part of this new Miami.
LOCAL COMMUNITY INITIATIVE CONNECT MIAMI LAUNCHES WITH 10 DAYS OF CONNECTION
On May 22-31, 2017, local community initiative Connect Miami will officially launch with 10 Days of Connection, a 10-day challenge for everyone in Miami to step out of their comfort zones and connect with people who are unlike them. Community members are invited to build the movement through participation in and hosting of “connection experiences,” as well as individual engagement … Read More