This weekend the bookworms, the artisans of words and the literary aficionados can find solace in the Miami Book Fair International. From November 9-16, this festival of words will allow locals and tourists alike to delve in the minds of several world renowned writers. Whether you’re in the market for a good book or are eager to listen to your favorite authors read from their creations, this is definitely an event you won’t want to miss!
To kick off this scholarly spectacular, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is giving a free concert on Saturday, November 8. Starting at 8 p.m. some of the best opera, ballet, theatre and symphony orchestra performers will showcase their many talents. Experience Verdi’s La Traviata or the Ballet Gamonet’s rendering of Nous Sommes. Tickets for this salutatory event can be found on the Arsht Center’s website or can be reserved in person at their box office on Biscayne Boulevard.
For 25 years, this venue has showcased some of the best local and international literary minds. Tavis Smiley, Dexter Filkins and Dennis Lehane (Mystic River and Gone Baby Gone) are just a few of many slated to be in attendance. In addition to the week-long reading author reading series, there are also several other special programs. Take the little ones to the Children’s Alley, uncover the rare books at the Antiquarian Annex or take advantage of the Spanish language events in the Ibero-American Authors Program.
This weekend, put down that television remote and make reading fun again!
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