Events: January 9, 2026

Society Jazz Night

Friday, Jan 9, 2026 from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM - English

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Experience the Millennial Territory Orchestra live at Collins Park; bold big-band jazz under the Miami Beach sky, led by Grammy-nominated Steven Bernstein. Free with RSVP; VIP $75.

Sit under the beautiful Miami Beach sky in front of the iconic Bass Museum for an unforgettable evening of world-class jazz. Known for their bold arrangements, unstoppable groove, and sheer joy of performance, the Millennial Territory Orchestra reimagines the sound of classic big bands for today’s audiences.

Under the direction of Grammy-nominated trumpeter, arranger, and composer Steven Bernstein, this nine-piece ensemble has lit up stages around the world with a mix of swing, funk, gospel, and New Orleans–inspired energy. Every performance is a celebration—equal parts masterful musicianship and irresistible fun.

• FREE with RSVP
  *Bring chairs or blankets and enjoy the music at Collins Park.
• VIP Seating & Reception (option): $75
  *Includes 7 PM VIP reception and reserved seating (chairs provided)

Suns and Shadows – Visual Arts Exhibition

Friday, Jan 9, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM - English

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The Davis African Heritage Cultural Arts Center presents Suns & Shadows, a multidisciplinary exhibition curated by ROSCOE B. THICKE III. On view in the Center's Amadlozi Gallery November 14, 2025, through February 28, 2026, Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Exploring the contrasts that define Miami its brilliance and its burdens..... Suns & Shadows honors the balance between light and shelter, past and future, the seen and the felt. It's a collective act of remembering and a testament to moving forward what we have been given. Featured artists Mark Delmont, Reginald O'Neal, Lance Minto Strouse, T. Eliott Mansa, and Mark Fleuridor examine legacy and transformation through sculpture, painting, installation, and textile, illuminating how identity is shaped by both memory and imagination.

ABOUT THE CURATOR: ROSCOE B. THICKE III is a Liberty City native and award-winning lens-based artist and curator. His work explores memory, place, and community through photography and installation. His exhibitions have been featured at The Bass Museum, Utah Museum of Contemporary Art, the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), and Oolite Arts, among others.

Opening Reception Thursday, November 14, 2025.