Downtown Miami Hosts Film and Video Festival

The Rewind/Fast Forward Film and Video Festival, which kicks off its sixth edition today and runs through Sunday at the Miami-Dade Public Library Main Branch in downtown Miami, has never been like other film festivals. For one thing, all of the screenings are free. That's right: Gratis.

And although ''free'' often translates into ''We couldn't get anyone to pay for this, so we're giving it away,'' the Rewind/Fast Forward Film and Video Festival is actually one of Miami's best and most enjoyable celebrations of the cinematic arts, cramming an amazing amount of diversity, breadth and quality into three days.

Curated by Barron Sherer (who also programs Cinema Vortex, the excellent periodic festival of cult and rare movies), Rewind/ Fast Forward aims to celebrate Florida's cinematic heritage both in front of and behind the screen. Saturday afternoon's Miami Movie Makers Club is a celebration of the 40-year history of the rotating members of the organization, amateur filmmakers who turned their home and vacation movies into ambitious works of art.

For more information on the festival, including a complete schedule, visit http://www.fmia.org/.

EPIC Rises High in Downtown Miami

EPIC Residences & Hotel continues to take shape and rise high into the downtown Miami skyline. Construction on the 54 story tower Florida luxury condo is complete through the 26 floor with blocking complete through the 24 floor.

Glass and glazing for the Miami luxury condo tower is complete through the 25 floor and frames for EPIC’s townhomes are secured with hotel floor framing complete through the 22 floor. Also underway are the construction of EPIC’s exquisite pool decks, water features, ballrooms and elevators.

“As the seasons go by, it is exciting to watch this fantastic luxury South Florida condo concept become a reality,” said Veronica Cervera, president of Cervera Real Estate, the exclusive sales agent for the Miami condo. “We are thrilled with the rapid progress of construction and are looking forward to the immanent debut of what will surely be the epitome of downtown, waterfront, luxury Miami living.”

Stay tuned for more updates from EPIC Residences & Hotel.

EPIC's One-of-a-Kind Rooftop Upper Penthouse

Picture yourself basking in the warm rays of the Miami sun, enjoying breathtaking views of downtown Miami and Biscayne Bay, all from the comfort and luxurious setting of your very own EPIC waterfront penthouse.

The exclusive, one-of-a-kind Rooftop Upper Penthouse is the ultimate in luxury, waterfront property Miami living. Spanning an impressive 4,522 square feet - 7,4888 square feet including the terrace - the three bedroom, five-and-a-half bathroom enclave features spacious entertainment and fitness rooms along with a private terrace that boasts phenomenal views of beautiful downtown Miami.

The epitome of Miami luxury real estate, EPIC’s spectacular waterfront penthouse is equipped with the finest features, including Snaidero cabinetry, Bosch and Meile appliances, Calacatta marble baths, and Glasswall impact resistant floor-to-ceiling windows and sliding glass doors. Luxurious condominium amenities include private boat docking, a world-class spa, signature restaurants, a high-tech business center, poolside services and much more. That combined with an ideal downtown location makes it possible for residents to experience EPIC’s exclusive, urban lifestyle in the epicenter of one of the most vibrant and dynamic cities in the world.

Miami Spice Restaurant Month

During August and September, more than 85 of Miami’s top restaurants will offer three-course meals (Lunch $22, Dinner $35) featuring signature dishes created by world-renowned chefs. Discover the tropical fusion of ingredients that makes Miami dining so wonderfully out of the ordinary. An epicure’s paradise awaits you in Greater Miami and the Beaches!

To check out the latest Miami Spice press release, click here.

For comprehensive information including attractions, events, clubs, accommodations and much more visit the Greater Miami Convention & Visitor's Bureau's online Miami tourism guide at www.MiamiandBeaches.com.