The Miami Marlins today announced the hire of Brian Chase as Vice President of Baseball Systems. In his role with the Marlins, Chase will lead the Baseball Systems group consisting of data engineering, machine learning engineering, software engineering, and software development. Chase and the Baseball Systems department will drive the development of technical infrastructure supporting Research and Development and the wider Baseball Operations group, positioning the department to thrive in the ever-evolving field of baseball data and analysis. Chase joins the Marlins after spending the past three years with FanDuel as Director of Engineering (2021-24). In his role with FanDuel, Chase led strategy for FanDuel's retail sports betting business, overseeing all technical and operational capabilities across FanDuel's United States retail locations, serving as the strategic head of technology. Among other duties, he managed various teams of engineers and contractors who focused on hardware and datacenter procurement, software design, architecture, and engineering. Prior to FanDuel, Chase worked as the Director of Engineering for Baseball Data at Major League Baseball for two years (2019-21). At MLB, Chase served as a technical and managerial leader for baseball data, statistics, and products. Chase worked as a principal software engineer and engineered testing tools for MLB products, such as StatsAPI, Statcast, and Rally. Chase obtained a Master of Business Administration, Entertainment, Media & Technology and Business Analytics from New York University’s Stern School of Business, and also earned a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Troy, N.Y.). For more information on the Miami Marlins, please head to Marlins.com or MarlinsBeisbol.com By ML Staff. Content/Image courtesy of Miami Marlins/Getty Images

On Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 5 PM, the Frost Wind Ensemble will take center stage at 1314 Miller Drive in Coral Gables, FL, for an extraordinary evening of music. Under the baton of renowned conductor Robert Carnochan and distinguished guest conductor Kevin Sedatole, the ensemble will deliver a compelling performance celebrating community and musical excellence. This special event will feature over 200 of Florida's finest musicians, uniting talent from across the state in a remarkable collaboration. The program includes a mix of contemporary and classical works, beginning with Gala Flagello’s Bravado  (2023), a bold and energizing modern composition. The evening continues with Dmitri Shostakovich’s Prelude Op. 34 No. 14 , arranged by Reynolds, offering a glimpse into the Russian composer’s early brilliance. The performance will culminate with Ottorino Respighi’s Pini di Roma  (The Pines of Rome), arranged by Nefs. This iconic piece will transport audiences through the Eternal City with its vivid musical imagery, from the lively Pines of the Villa Borghese  to the hauntingly serene Pines near a Catacomb , the romantic Pines of the Janiculum , and the triumphant finale, The Pines of the Appian Way . Join the Frost School of Music for this unforgettable celebration of artistry and community, showcasing the power of wind music in bringing people together. DATE  AND TIME: Saturday, January 25, 2025 5pm LOCATION: 1314 Miller Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146   PROGRAM Gala Flagello: Bravado (2023) Dmitri Shostakovich: Prelude Op.34 No.14 (1933/1988) (arr. Reynolds) Ottorino Respighi: Pini di Roma (1924/2012) (arr. Nefs) I. Pines of the Villa Borghese II. Pines near a Catacom III. Pines of the Janiculum IV. The Pines of the Appian Way  By ML Staff. Courtesy of Frost School of Music

This winter break, the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science invites young innovators to embark on a journey of creativity and discovery at their Winter Camp: Building the Future . Taking place from December 30 to January 3, 2025, this camp offers an engaging, hands-on introduction to engineering and design. Participants will explore the science behind artificial reefs, construct high-flying spacecraft, and delve into how scientists are engineering sustainable solutions for a brighter tomorrow. With two two-day sessions available, kids can join for one or both, making it an ideal way to kick off the new year while fostering curiosity and creating lasting friendships. Discounts are available for museum members, so don’t miss this chance to blend learning with fun at one of Miami’s premier science destinations. Time and Date: December 30 - January 3, 2025 Location: Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science Address: 1101 Biscayne Blvd. , Miami , FL 33132 For more information on Winter Camp at Frost Science, please click  here . Dates and Costs Monday, December 30 – Tuesday, December 31, 2024: $225 Thursday, January 2 – Friday, January 3, 2054: $225 Full Week, December 30-31 and January 2-3, 2025: $429 Dual members receive a $10.00 discount. Crew members receive a $25.00 discount.* By ML Staff. Courtesy of Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

Winter break from school is the perfect time to chill out with science! Our two weeks of Winter Camp are separated into four two-day sessions. Register for one, or all four and start the new year with some amazing experiments and discoveries, all while creating friendships. For more information on Winter Camp at Frost Science, please click here . Time and Date: December 23 - 27, 2024 Location: Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science 1101 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132 Frequently Asked Questions can be found here . Week 1: Bugtopia Wander into the tiny world of bugs, where the adaptations are larger than life! Spend the week investigating insect anatomy, behavior, and classification through buzzworthy experiments and activities. From dragonflies to beetles, discover how your favorite curious critters inspire scientific innovation as you explore Frost Science’s special exhibition, Bugs . This week of Winter Camp is separated into two bug-packed sessions. Register for one, or both, to dive into the world of bugs. Dates and Costs Monday, December 23 – Tuesday, December 24, 2024: $225 Thursday, December 26 – Friday, December 27, 2024: $225 Full Week, December 23-24 and 26-27: $429 Dual members receive a $10.00 discount. Crew members receive a $25.00 discount.* By ML Staff. Courtesy of Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

Florida’s iconic Surfing Santas event made a splash this Christmas Eve, drawing over 12,000 spectators and 400 costume-clad surfers to the shores of Cocoa Beach. The 16th annual celebration of holiday spirit and surfing raised an unprecedented $100,000 for local charities, pushing the total funds raised since its inception to over $400,000. Proceeds from the event benefit Grind for Life, which provides financial support to cancer patients and their families, the Florida Surf Museum, and local school sports programs. This year also marked a special collaboration with Orlando Health as the presenting sponsor, aligning with its expansion into Brevard and Indian River Counties. “Surfing Santas has been called the ‘Greatest Show on Surf,’ and it’s amazing to see how much it’s grown since that first year,” said George Trosset, the event’s founder. The tradition began in 2009 when Trosset donned a Santa costume while surfing with his family, capturing the attention of a local news photographer. Orlando Health’s Daniel Hodges, an avid surfer and the CFO for the East Region, joined the festivities, highlighting the partnership between the healthcare network and the Surfing Santas. The event also introduced lifesaving opportunities with Who We Play For, a non-profit dedicated to preventing sudden cardiac death. The organization trained over 400 attendees in CPR and AED use and provided free EKG screenings for 40 children. With its mix of festive fun, community impact, and charitable giving, Surfing Santas continues to be one of the most beloved holiday traditions on Florida’s Space Coast. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of  Surfing Santas

Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert is a joyful, lively experience that has delighted audiences in Miami for more than 15 years. Every holiday season, this beloved tradition bursts to life at the Adrienne Arsht Center with music, bright costumes and lush flowers. As dancers enliven timeless melodies, including the Blue Danube Waltz, the maestro regales the audience with stories (and a joke or two) from the conductor’s podium. Ring in 2025 with soaring arias, romantic duets and festive overtures, courtesy of the “Waltz King,” Johann Strauss Jr. This beloved musical celebration evokes the enchantment and grandeur of Vienna’s Golden Age with a new cast and musical program each year. Performed by some of Europe’s finest singers, internationally celebrated dancers and a full orchestra conducted by an expert in Viennese music, this concert experience is the perfect way to greet the new year. Just like a champagne toast at midnight, it wouldn’t be New Year’s without Salute to Vienna. Artists are subject to change without notice. Dates: December 28, 2024 at 8:00 PM Venue: Knight Concert Hall Run Time: 145 minutes Parental Guide: Ages 8+ Price: $29.50 - $159.50 Strauss Symphony of America Gregory Vajda, conductor (Budapest) Sera Gösch, soprano (Vienna) Brian Cheney, tenor (New York) Featuring International Champion Ballroom Dancers By ML Staff. Courtesy of Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts

Early in December, over 3,500 guests from around the world gathered at Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) for the museum's signature art week celebration PAMM Presents. The evening featured the global collective HOMECOMING™ curated by music manager Grace Ladoja , with an international lineup of Amaarae , DJ Tune z, and Dare Balogun , as well as DJ sets by SATURNSARii , Kumi , and Lumin. Pérez Art Museum Miami. Photo by Morgan Sophia. Throughout the evening, guests from the worlds of art, fashion, business, and philanthropy, including PAMM members and donors, enjoyed drinks, live music, immersive activations, and dancing under the stars. Under the guidance of cultural curator Grace Ladoja, HOMECOMING™ featured performances by rising star talent Amaarae, DJ Tunez, and Dare Balogun. The festivities culminated with DJ sets by Miami's very own music makers, SATURNSARii, Kumi, and Lumin. Throughout the evening, guests also had the opportunity to view José Parlá: Homecoming . An elaborate, two-part exhibition by the Miami-native artist, Homecoming features never-before-seen works and a site-specific mural, and is a radical departure from the traditional use of space in a museum. Before the show's opening, visitors had the unique opportunity to observe Parlá's dance-like technique in real time, painting a mural in situ at the museum. The second portion sees the museum gallery transformed and converted into Parlá's studio: a room full of paint-covered tables, a lively vinyl Cuban-inspired records collection, and decades of Parlá's archival memorabilia. Homecoming is on view through July 6, 2025. By ML Staff. Courtesy of PAMM

Chandon has elevated its leadership position in the international sparkling wines market with a series of outstanding accolades during the prestigious Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (CSWWC), including 2024 World’s Champion, as well as Best Australian, Best Argentine, Best Chinese and Best US sparkling wines 2024.  Produced in high-altitude organic viticulture vineyards in China’s Ningxia Hui region at the foot of Helan Mountain, CHANDON China Brut was named World Champion 2024 by the jury, which cited its delicate golden color, fine bubbles and subtle, complex aromas.  Commenting on the distinction, Arnaud de Saignes, President of CHANDON, said: “ We are extremely proud of this recognition, which rewards the work, passion, and talent of our community of unrestrained winemakers and viticulturists around the world, now consecrated at the top international level. This has been an exceptional year for our teams! ”   These distinctions reward the unwavering drive of CHANDON teams for quality and innovation, along with the pioneering spirit of the Maison’s winemakers.  Drawing on 65 years of remarkable expertise, CHANDON continues to explore unexpected lands to produce wines at the pinnacle of the international sparkling wine scene.   ML Staff. Content/image(s) courtesy of Chandon

Distinguished leaders in education, business and the community who are alumni of Broward County Public Schools were honored at the  2024 Hall of Fame Award Breakfast presented by Publix Super Markets Charities .  The celebration took place on Friday, December 1 at First Baptist Fort Lauderdale. Dr. Howard Hepburn, Superintendent, Broward County Public Schools; Darrell Hardge, President, New Dimension International Training & Consulting and James A. Knapp, president & CEO Broward Education Foundation In addition to receiving their award at the breakfast, the 2024 honorees are recognized with an engraved granite star on the BrightStar Credit Union “Walk of Fame” plaza at the Broward County Public Schools district office as well as on the Wall of Fame in the lobby of the building. BrightStar Credit Union is a longtime valued partner of Broward Education Foundation. James Griffin, Principal Boyd H. Anderson High School; Kathy Salerno, Broward Education Foundation board chair -elect; LTC Kenneth Green and Dr. Valerie Wanza, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, Broward County Public Schools “Our honorees are shining examples of the education students receive in Broward County Public Schools, becoming leaders in business, education and in the community,” said Dustin Jacobs, board chair of Broward Education Foundation and vice president of marketing for BrightStar Credit Union. “Through our support of the Broward Education Foundation, we not only celebrate these outstanding individuals, we are also inspiring the next generation of leaders in our schools to continue following in the footsteps of present and past Hall of Fame Award recipients.” Britnye Kurty, Senior Manager, Engagement & Community Relations Office Depot and James A. Knapp, president & CEO Broward Education Foundation  The 2024 Broward Education Foundation Hall of Fame honorees include:   Leaders receiving the Community Achievement Award for alumni who have made significant accomplishments in any field are:   Torey Alston , Executive Director & CEO Greater Miami Expressway, Blanche Ely High School, Class of 2002   Sandra Veszi Einhorn, CNP, Executive Director Coordinating Council of Broward and Nonprofit Executive Alliance, Hollywood Hills High School, Class of 1999   Jamonica Rolle , College Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs at Broward College, Blanche Ely High School, Class of 1995   Recipients of the Education Achievement Award for their dedication to a career in public education are:   Shawn Aycock, Principal, Pines Middle School, Boyd Anderson High School, Class of 1989   Darrell Hardge. fondly known as “Mr. Hardge” , President, New Dimension International Training & Consulting, Boyd Anderson High School, Class of 1987   Paul Megna, Teacher, Cooper City High School, Class of 1980  "Each year we recognize outstanding graduates of Broward County Public High Schools who embody the spirit of service and demonstrate how the investment in education can change lives and strengthen our community,” said James A. Knapp, President and CEO of Broward Education Foundation. "They are remarkable individuals who continue to have an impact throughout their career." James Griffin, Principal Boyd H. Anderson High School; Dustin Jacobs, Board Chair, Broward Education Foundation; Dr. Valerie Wanza, Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer, Broward County Public Schools; James A. Knapp, president & CEO Broward Education Foundation and Dr. Howard Hepburn, Superintendent, Broward County Public Schools   Receiving the JM Family Enterprises, Inc. Bravo! Award , presented to an alumnus who has made a lasting mark in the community, is LTC Kenneth Green. Green credits his professional success to the guidance of his high school JROTC instructors, football coaches and science teacher, all of whom shaped his lifelong dedication to supporting the next generation of leaders. He is proud of leading the Broward County Public Schools JROTC program that achieved national recognition for hosting the world’s only JROTC STEM summer camp at Nova Southeastern University, where cadets earned college credits and where more than 150 cadets were certified in Lean Six Sigma White Belt Training. 2024 Broward Education Foundation Hall of Fame honorees Paul Megna, Shawn Aycock, Darrell Hardge, Jamonica Rolle, LTC Kenneth Green, Torey Alston and Elizabeth Veszi accepting on behalf Sandra Veszi Einhorn  Green’s contributions have earned him numerous recognitions, including the 2019 US Army Cadet Command Director of Army Instruction of the Year and the title of Honorary Colonel in the Broward County Regiment in 2024. A graduate of Dillard High School Class of 1985, Green is a respected educator and leader who served Broward County Public Schools until his retirement in 2024. He currently serves as an educational consultant, advisor and mentor.  Jamonica Rolle, College Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs at Broward College and Connie McGirt More on Broward Education Foundation:      The nonprofit Broward Education Foundation aligns with Broward County Public Schools by providing grants for teachers who develop innovative curriculum that increases student outcomes; vitally needed school supplies for students and teachers in Title I schools; scholarships for qualified high school seniors; and support for programs and initiatives like Debate, TurnAround Arts, STEM and more.  Each year, Broward Education Foundation contributes nearly $5 million to Broward County schools, serving as the catalyst for educational excellence. COL Jimmy Hall, LTC Kenneth Green, Torey Alston, Darrell Hardge, and Bobby DuBose For more information, visit Broward Education Foundation , email  BEFInfo@browardschools.com , and like or follow us on  Facebook  , X ,  Instagram  and  LinkedIn . By ML Staff. Image Courtesy of Broward County Public Schools

Julia Lemigova and Martina Navratilova honored Florida Grand Opera (FGO) and Advocates for Children and Families (ACF) at an exclusive event on December 10, 2024, at Miami's Lafayette Steakhouse. The evening celebrated community impact, featuring performances, celebrity guests, and a surprise announcement of Julia’s role in FGO's upcoming Carmen . Martina contributed by auctioning one of her paintings, supporting both nonprofits. The event also launched FGO’s Miami Voice Club, fostering cultural experiences and benefiting over 30 nonprofits through opera’s healing power. “Opera was my therapy,” shared Julia Lemigova. “It became a tool for resilience and healing during some of the hardest moments of our lives.” Maria Todaro, General Director of Florida Grand Opera, emphasized opera’s transformative power: “Today, we witnessed its timeless ability to uplift, inspire, and bring people together. Florida Grand Opera is proud to carry this tradition forward year-round in South Florida, opening minds and hearts to the transformative power of opera.” By ML Staff. Image Courtesy of Julia Lemigova And Martina Navratilova

You’re invited to a private showing of the new eyewear collection from Chrome Hearts. Bold, distinctive, and impeccably made, each frame is a work of art. Come see why this brand is a collector’s dream. DATE AND TIME: Happening now until Dec. 31, 2024 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM LOCATION: Morgenthal Frederics ML Staff. Content/image(s) courtesy of Bal Harbour Shops

Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) celebrated Miami Art Week 2024 with an exciting lineup of events and exhibitions with highlights including the museum's signature Art Week party, as well as their annual donor dinner, and a panel discussion with Kate Capshaw. In addition to programming and festivities, PAMM announced institutional acquisitions from The New Art Dealers Alliance (NADA) and SCOPE Art Show. PAMM Presents 2024. Photo by Morgan Sophia. On Wednesday, December 4, PAMM Board of Trustees President Luke Palacio and Director Franklin Sirmans invited supporters to the museum's annual Miami Art Week Donor Recognition Dinner. Guests enjoyed a three-course meal on the museum's private third-floor terraces overlooking the Miami skyline. The evening was made possible in part by Visionary Sponsor Ben Brown Fine Arts. Notable guests included: José Parlá, JR, Ben Brown, Darlene and Jorge M. Pérez, and Ambassador Steven Green. Miami Art Week Donor Recognition Dinner Photos by WorldRedEye.com . Franklin Sirmans, José Parlá, JR, and Ben Brown. Miami Art Week Donor Recognition Dinner Photos by WorldRedEye.com . Darlene and Jorge M. Pérez with Dorothea and Ambassador Steve Green. Also on Wednesday, December 4, PAMM's Collectors Council enjoyed an exclusive breakfast at the home of the New World Symphony before joining Director Franklin Sirmans and the PAMM curatorial team for a guided visit to the First Choice VIP Preview of Art Basel Miami Beach. The PAMM Collectors Council, sponsored by JP Morgan Private Bank, is an upper-level membership group dedicated to acquiring works of art for the PAMM permanent collection. Collectors Council Art Week Breakfast. Photos by Lazaro Llanes. PAMM Collectors Council Members Suzanne and Chris Armstrong with Karen Bechtel. Collectors Council Art Week Breakfast. Photos by Lazaro Llanes. PAMM Chief Curator Gilbert Vicario. Collectors Council Art Week Breakfast. Photos by Lazaro Llanes. Left: PAMM Collectors Council Members Suzanne and Chris Armstrong with Karen Bechtel. Right: PAMM Chief Curator Gilbert Vicario. On Thursday, December 5, the museum hosted PAMM Presents , its annual Art Week bash, featuring the global collective HOMECOMING™ curated by Grace Ladoja with an international lineup of Amaarae , DJ Tunez , and Dare Balogun , complemented with DJ sets by Miami's very own music makers SATURNSARii , Kumi and Lumin . The annual party celebrates PAMM as a collecting institution with an ongoing mission to promote artistic expression and the exchange of ideas to advance public knowledge and appreciation of art, architecture, and design, while representing and cherishing the unique diversity of Miami-Dade. Notable guests included: Camille Bacon, Daria Harper, Everett Taylor, Helen Toomer, Sergei (Sirj) Grant, and Storm Ascher. PAMM Presents 2024. Photo by Wavy Boogz. PAMM Presents 2024. Photo by Morgan Sophia. To celebrate the opening of Kate Capshaw’s Exclusive Tonsorial Services , PAMM hosted an engaging conversation with Kapshaw, Sergei (Sirj) Grant (the portrait’s subject), and PAMM Director Franklin Sirmans on Tuesday, December 3. Notable guests included: Amy Sherald, Calida Rawles , and John Travolta. Additional Miami Art Week 2024 programming highlights included a dynamic conversation on the role of art criticism in the digital age, with New York Magazine's Jerry Saltz and Instagram icon Jerry Gogosian (Hilde Lynn Helphenstein) ; a meditative soundbath by Project For Empty Space and Commissioner, as part of BODY FREEDOM FOR EVERY(BODY) ; and a special tour of the museum led by Black Girls in Art Spaces (BGIAS) . Natalia Zuluaga, Jerry Gogosian (Hilde Lynn Helphenstein), Jerry Saltz. Photo by Jose Chocce. Body Time by BODY FREEDOM FOR EVERY(BODY) x Commissioner. Photo by Lazaro Llanes. PAMM also acquired works for its collection from The New Art Dealers Alliance (NADA) and SCOPE Art Show art fairs. For the seventh annual NADA Acquisition Gift for PAMM, which provides funding for PAMM curators to acquire an artwork for the museum's permanent collection from NADA Miami, PAMM Associate Curators Jennifer Inacio and Maritza Lacayo selected Simon Benjamin's Crown and Anchor I (2024) from Swivel Gallery . For the 2024 second annual SCOPE Art Show Acquisition Prize for PAMM, PAMM Chief Curator Gilbert Vicario selected Jahlil Nzinga’s Watch The Lights Go Out (2023) from Good Mother. Simon Benjamin, Crown and Anchor I , 2024. Jahlil Nzinga, Watch The Lights Go Out , 2023. Courtesy Good Mother and SCOPE Art Show. See below for further details on the full Miami Art Week 2024 programming schedule. MIAMI ART WEEK PROGRAMMING AT PAMM Monday, December 2 Scholl Lecture SeriesJerry Gogosian (Hilde Lynn Helphenstein) x Jerry Saltz x Natalia Zuluaga Pérez Art Museum Miami kicked off Miami Art Week with a panel exploring performance as art criticism featuring art world Instagram icon Jerry Gogosian (Hilde Lynn Helphenstein) and New York Magazine Senior Art Critic Jerry Saltz, moderated by Miami-based writer, editor, and curator Natalia Zuluaga. This engaging conversation delved into the evolving role of art criticism in the digital age, examining how online culture and tools are reshaping art criticism practice today. The panel explored how internet discourse aligns—or clashes—with what's capturing attention at art fairs this week. Tuesday, December 3 Art & Insight: A Talk with Kate Capshaw, Sergei Grant, and Franklin Sirmans For her new installation at PAMM, Capshaw engaged in a months-long conversation with Sergei (Sirj) Grant, who was born in North Miami Beach and graduated from Carol City Senior High School in Miami Gardens, on the northern edge of Miami-Dade County. Grant, an entrepreneurial barber plying his trade all around Miami, also teaches and mentors young barbers. His story is one of challenge met with triumph and is highlighted in this special exhibition. Wednesday, December 4 Black Girls in Art Spaces Tour Black Girls in Art Spaces (BGIAS) hosted a tour of select works currently on view at the museum. Black Girls in Art Spaces is a dynamic, global platform dedicated to supporting and amplifying the voices of Black girls, women, and non-binary individuals in the arts. Focused on fostering inclusivity, connectivity, and education, BGIAS offers a range of events designed to create spaces where the community can thrive. Thursday, December 5 PAMM Presents Featuring Global Platform HOMECOMING™ by Grace Ladoja Pérez Art Museum Miami celebrated Miami Art Week with its signature Thursday night event, featuring the global platform HOMECOMING curated by Grace Ladoja with an international lineup of Amaarae, DJ Tunez, and Dare Balogun, complimented with DJ sets by Miami's very own music makers SATURNSARii, Kumi, and Lumin. Guests enjoyed drinks and dancing on the museum's waterfront terrace. Inside the museum, visitors were able to explore PAMM's galleries including its newest exhibition, José Parlá: Homecoming presented by Citi. PAMM Presents 2024 was sponsored by Art Miami + Art Miami Context, BLESS Collection Hotels, and La Croix Sparkling Water. Sunday, December 8 MORE ON BODY FREEDOM FOR EVERY(BODY) Brought to PAMM by Project For Empty Space and Commissioner, BODY FREEDOM FOR EVERY(BODY) is a project championing bodily autonomy, reproductive justice, queer liberation, and trans joy through a cross-country touring exhibition inside a 27-foot box truck. The truck opened to the public with a tour by Commissioner, followed by an artist-led tour of Antonia Wright's State of Labor and a healing, meditative soundbath to recover from the week's busyness. MORE ON PAMM Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM), led by Director Franklin Sirmans, promotes artistic expression and the exchange of ideas, advancing public knowledge and appreciation of art, architecture, and design, and reflecting the diverse community of its pivotal geographic location at the crossroads of the Americas. The 40-year-old South Florida institution, formerly known as Miami Art Museum (MAM), opened a new building, designed by world-renowned architects Herzog & de Meuron, on December 4, 2013, in Downtown Miami's Maurice A. Ferré Park . The facility is a state-of-the-art model for sustainable museum design and progressive programming and features 200,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor program space with flexible galleries; shaded outdoor verandas; a waterfront restaurant and bar; a museum shop; and an education center with a library, media lab, and classroom spaces. By ML Staff. Courtesy of PAMM