Monday, July 7

Ponce Business Lunch
The Ponce Business Association meets every Monday (except holidays) for lunch at JohnMartin's Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile, at noon. The guest speaker will be James A. Shedd, a candidate for Miami-Dade Property Appraiser. He will be answering the question: "Why Me?" Mr. Shedd is a retired DEA agent. In January, county residents voted for an elected Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser. According to state statutes, future budgets and operation of the office will be supervised by state agencies, and not the county. The importance of the county tax roll cannot be over valued.Lunch is $20 for members and $22 for guests. Call 305-443-7973. http://www.PonceAssociation.org

Shakra Monday Specials:
Shakra will come to your office or home to administer Chair Massages for a special rate of $70 (this special rate applies for locations within one mile from Shakra). Visit their beautiful and serene Yoga Studio for Yoga for Lunch at all levels from 12:15 to 1pm, for Body Sculpting at all levels from 5:15 to 6:15pm to stretch and tone your lower back and abdominal area, Hatha Yoga at all levels from 6:15 to 7:30pm and for Belly Dancing at intermediate level from 7:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy their Zen-style and fully equipped locker rooms as well as class props for free. The first class for new students (Florida Residents) is always free at Shakra Relaxation Oasis, 271 Alhambra Circle. Call 305-774-1355. http://www.shakramiami.com

Martini Monday At The Biltmore Bar
The weekly Martini Monday is an event dedicated to the most chic of cocktails for the choicest of singles at the Biltmore Bar featuring half price Belvedere Vodka, Ciroc Vodka, and Smirnoff Vodka. The hotel's resident expert mixologists have developed a menu of Martinis unlike any other at the Biltmore Bar, 1200 Anastasia, starting at 6pm every Monday. Call 305-445-1926. http://www.biltmorehotel.com

Spoken Word Open Mic Night At The Grape
Stop in to your favorite wine bar at the Village Of Merrick Park for a great assortment of wines by the glass or the bottle, plus great food. Each Monday night from 8pm to close, enjoy an evening of poetry, spoken word, or whatever is on your mind. Come ready to speak up. Meet up with friends at The Grape for a great time every time. Call 305-444-WINE. http://www.yourgrape.com

Fritz And Franz Monday Specials
The Fritz And Franz Bierhaus at 60 merrick Way will once again be open every Monday with a fresh oven roasted Chicken with mixed salad plate special for $14.95. Call 305-774-0883. http://www.bierhaus.cc

Carlos R. Savournin: Neves
Local author, Carlos R Savournin, presents his first novel, Neves, on a date and time so appropriate, it's chilling. On a quiet night, Cynthia Sheyer and her friends stumble upon their parents' gruesome murders. The notorious killer, Mason Bayer, meets his match when they fight back. Eighteen years later, the group finds they've suddenly taken on traits of the killer known for numbering his victims in backward English. One by one, they turn their backs on each other when they discover their biggest threat is themselves, and the only way to ensure their safety is to kill one another. Though the killer has been dead for nearly two decades, he lives within them, and it is clear he has a job to finish; a victim to number Neves. Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 7pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com

Acoustic Music Showcase And Wheat Beer At JohnMartin's
John Brown hosts the weekly acoustic music showcase, and special $5 pricing on JohnMartin's Wheat Beer each Sunday evening at JohnMartin's Irish Pub, 253 Miracle Mile. Call 305-445-3777. http://www.johnmartins.com

Late Night Specials At The Bar
Enjoy 2 for 1 drink specials from 11pm to 1am. Enjoy their selection of 48 bottled beers, 10 great brews on tap and the best comfort food at The Bar, 172 Giralda. Call 305-442-2730. http://www.gablesthebar.com