MARCH 21-25: NEXTAID BRINGS CONSCIOUS FUN TO MIAMI
Mar 20, 2007 10:03 AM
NextAid, a humanitarian organization that provides relief to children orphaned by AIDS in Africa, returns to Miami this year for a week of events.
With an increased focus, demonstrable signs of progress and a renewed sense of urgency, NextAid, with the support of DJs and industry leaders, is currently building a sustainable center in Dennilton, South Africa, to support children and their communities affected by the AIDS pandemic. The project broke ground in the summer of 2005 with a team headed by ecoarchitect Joseph Kennedy. To date, NextAid has completed seven buildings, trained local builders in ecofriendly construction techniques and helped get funding for small business development. Children and adult volunteers are already utilizing the community center on a daily basis.
The NextAid Guide to WMC 2007:
Wednesday, March 21: Beats Build Hope
The Marlin Bar, 1200 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
12-7 p.m.
The event is NextAid's fifth anniversary party and will feature Nazanin, J-Boogie, Jeremy Sole's Musaics, Rob Slac, Jojoflores, Roy Davis Jr., Liquid Todd and Dustin. The event is sponsored by NextAid; Bodog Music; and Dubspot, a new DJ school in NYC; with support from the MobileMasterList, the Groove Cruise/Whet Travel, Chillin Music, flavorpill, Earthdance, Global Alliance and Green Galactic. There is no cover for this event, but donations are requested and appreciated.
Wednesday, March 21: Gotsoul + Therapy
Dek23, 655 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
9 p.m-5 a.m.
Hosted by Swank, Bic and Zumbi in two rooms. Gotsoul + Therapy Main Room hosted by Swank + Bic featuring Osunlade, Jojoflores, Mike Fresco, Trackheadz and Thenextgeneration; Soul Revival Patio hosted by Zumbi featuring Danny Krivit, DJ Spinna, Adam Gibbons, KC Hallet and FLX. Please support NextAid by making a donation! $25 presale. WMC pass holders free before 11 p.m.
Thursday, March 22: Music for Your Working Class Azz
The Beach Plaza Hotel, Miami Beach, FL 33139
12-11 p.m.
Blue Collar/BasicNYC Party in association with Dirtybird. NextAid will be present with materials and merchandise. The party is on the rooftop and in the garden; the lineup is massive. Go to www.basicnyc.com for details. You must RSVP for entry. Send an e-mail to rsvp@basicnyc.com.
Thursday, March 22: The Sole Channel/WonderWax Throwdown
Club Deep, 621 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, Fl 33139
10 p.m.-4 a.m.
With Alix Alvarez, William "reelsoul" Rodriguez, Mr. V and DJ Spinna, with live performances by Miss Patty and Malena Perez. Get your NextAid & Sole Channel goody bag ($10 donation) with limited-edition T-shirt and original music at Club Deep. $10 cover all night long.
Thursday, March 22: Slide into Miami
Budios Gallery, 74 N.E. 17th St, Miami, FL 33132
11:30 p.m.-10 a.m.
Presented by Dax with renowned San Francisco artist Sam Flores, who will auction off an original painting for NextAid. The painting is open for bidding on eBay starting March 12. The party features Honey Dijon, Hipp-e, Phil Weeks, Justin Long, Lance de Sardi, Q-Burns Abstract Message, Nikola Baytala, Christian Martin Miami, Sharon Buck and Paul Thomas. Live video mixing by Dax & Borister. Go to www.mobilemasterlist.com for information and tickets.
Friday, March 23: NextAid Mixer at Earthdance's Miambient
The Standard Hotel (formerly Lido Spa Hotel), 40 Island Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
2-6 p.m.
NextAid hosts a downtempo networking session with DubSpot at the Miambient Ambient and Visionary Conference, presented by the Standard Hotel and Earthdance. Featuring J-Boogie, Sake One, Cool Rob G, DJ G O V. This event is free. Less a party than a unique networking opportunity in a relaxed environment, we hope to spend the afternoon exploring options for social activism within the community. If you've been a friend to NextAid, come by and see exactly what kind of an impact your contributions have made. And if you're someone who's still trying to figure out how to make a difference, come hang out and meet and greet.
Saturday, March 24: Ultra Music Fest
Bicentennial Park, 1075 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132
12 p.m.-12 a.m.
On Saturday, NextAid will host a booth in the Eco-Village section of the Ultra Music Festival.
Sunday, March 25: Music Politics & Social Awareness WMC panel
Miami Beach Resort and Spa - 4833 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
Miramar North, Ready Room: Madrid
12:30 p.m.
NextAid's director, Lauren Segal, will appear on this panel that explores how the entertainment industry approaches positive social, political and philanthropic issues by participating in practices and strategies that inspire others into action. Moderated by Vance Parella from Global Alliance Distribution, fellow panelists include Kurtis Blow, Chris Deckker (Earthdance), Princess Jennifer Olanrewaju Lee and others. Global Alliance hosts this event as a tribute to Sierra Leone. Open to WMC pass holders only.
Sunday, March 25: Mixology's Seventh Annual Party
Nikki Beach Club, 1 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
9 p.m.-5 a.m.
NextAid is the charity beneficiary at the official Mixology/WMC closing party. The all-star lineup includes a Perfecto guest DJ, Seb Fontaine, Mark Lewis, Dave Ralph, DJ Rap, Oliver Moldan and DJ Romero. As always, this event takes place at the famous Nikki Beach Club. Admission is $50, free for WMC badge holders before 10 p.m.
Raffle: Cruise for Two
NextAid and partner Groove Cruise/Whet Travel will be running a raffle for a "cruise for two" throughout the week. Proceeds from the raffle benefit NextAid. Look out for the Groove Cruise Girls on the beach and in the clubs to get your ticket. Winner will be drawn on Sunday at the Mixology Party.
For more information about NextAid, visit www.nextaid.org.
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