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The scene is changing in Wynwood. Then again, when has the colorful neighborhood ever stayed the same? It seems like a new mid-rise apartment building—or an entirely new block of restaurants, bars and clubs—sprouts up out of the concrete every month. And that’s not to mention the neighborhood’s bountiful shopping.  Wynwood’s retail scene is buzzing with discovery. This is less a place for everyday essentials and more for the eclectic and exploratory. Clusters of local fashion brands, funky gift shops, streetwear and streaker stores, markets with rare finds: there’s something for every niche. Best of all, everything is walking distance from each other. Looking for a bit of retail therapy? Get your fix with our comprehensive and up-to-date guide to the best shopping in Wynwood. RECOMMENDED: Our guide to exploring Wynwood

Through September 30, DOM’s in Brickell transforms into Haus of Negroni in celebration of Negroni week (September 16 to 2). The lowkey locals watering hole hosts esteemed bartenders from all corners of our beloved Magic City (Juju Ospina of Jolene Sound Room, Marco Pastanella of Bar Kaiju and Federico Niccolai of LPM, to name a few), to offer their unique spin on the iconic, classic Italian cocktail. DOM’s bar manager Mitchel Bauer has also concocted a narrative cocktail experience for the occasion, weaving the tale of Pinocchio through his curated beverages. Each of his 18 cocktails will reflect a different part of the beloved Italian fairytale.

Artist Jeanette Ehlers invites the Afro-Caribbean/Caribbean diaspora to collaborate on an intergenerational braiding circle. Community members will have the opportunity to co-create six 52-foot-long braids that Ehlers and performers will use during their live performance. The project reminds members of the diaspora and audiences everywhere that “history is not the past.” Using hair to create and shape the relationship between culture, nature, body, landscape, history and the present.

This 11-course tasting experience is a deep dive into chef Enrique Villegas de la Parra’s Japan-meets-Mexico approach to sushi. For three nights this weekend, The Standard’s sexy speakeasy Monterrey Bar transforms into an intimate chef’s counter as the Kuu Tulum veteran doles out dishes like Torotaku spicy maki and Kampachi tostada, paired with drinks like a Japanese sour cocktail and Soto Junmai Daijing. Tickets to the chef’s table are currently available for about $215 per person and do not include 20% gratuity or drinks.

Indulge with great vibes and a one-off, Japanese-inspired tasting menu at Belly Fish Coral Gables on Sunday, September 29. Founders Jonathan Perlman and Rodrigo Bravo conceived Belly Fish with the ideal that Michelin-level cuisine can go beyond the restaurant and into the comfort of wherever you may be. Their absolute obsession with food has gained them notoriety in the culinary world. Hosted by Eleanor Hoh, the pop-up dining event kicks off with mingling and cocktails, leading into a four-course dinner. Chef Rodrigo, a two-time Grammy award-winning musician turned Michelin chef, will walk guests through each course, ensuring an intimate culinary journey. Wok Star Supper Club’s roving, communal dining format creates space for locals to experience a variety of chef-driven philosophies and cultures. Tickets start at $85 and include the meal plus one welcome sake.

Despite Miami’s reputation as a 24/7 party town, many of us local folks actually have 9 to 5 office jobs, are students or simply have a trillion things to do in a day. Life can be hectic in this tropical paradise! Sometimes, after being cooped up all day, the last thing we want to do is get right back inside—especially to the gym.  Personally, no matter how much I want to exercise and take care of myself, there are some days when I mentally cannot stand another hour indoors (even if my gym routine promises me firmer, bouncier peaches). If this sounds like you from time to time, there’s good news: Miami is home to lots of fun, fresh alternatives to the regular old gym. Here are a few ways to get outside, get fit and feel good in Miami right now.  Join a run club InParadise Running in Coral Gables is a friendly, casual collective of runners where all levels are welcome. From hot-girl walkers to marathoners, there’s a pace group for everyone. And the route isn’t intimidating, either; it’s an adventurous jaunt around the Granada Golf Course. Bonus: The runs (Mondays at 6:30pm) start and end at Bodega Taqueria on Miracle Mile, making it a breeze to hang out and mingle.  Can’t fit in a run at the end of the day? How about a few miles with your morning brew? Tag along with No RSVP every Saturday at 7:30am. Meet at Panther Coffee in Wynwood, where beginners and seasoned pros come together to get their miles and coffee in.  Late Night Menu Run Crew is where hungry runners come to eat.

Speaking with Ms. Pat is like sitting down with your brutally honest, refreshingly real bestie and really getting into the good tea. The Atlanta-born comedian and actress Patricia "Pat" Williams, best known for her based-on-real-life BET+ sitcom The Ms. Pat Show, makes a stop in South Florida this Friday, October 4 as part of her Hot and Flashy standup tour.  Ahead of the show at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale, we got the chance to catch up with the star one-on-one. Our biggest takeaway: The real Ms. Pat is just as hilarious as her stage persona. Our second-biggest takeaway: This show might get a little hot—but not to worry, fans will be on hand should you need cooling down. “I know what pisses people off,” Ms. Pat says. “I know what it is to not have your bills paid; I still talk to these people on a daily basis.” That realness, whether it’s shopping at TJ Maxx, struggling to make rent or selling drugs to support her family, is all fair game for Ms. Pat’s comedy. Her bold authenticity is a huge part of how she connects, aiming not just to entertain but to give a voice to people like her who have been through tough times. Photograph: Mindy TuckerMs. Pat  “I don’t know how to change,” says the comic, who overcame sexual abuse and a stint in prison before rising to fame. “They always say you get to Hollywood and you go Hollywood. I don't know no Hollywood, all I know is how to be me. I'm not ashamed about anything I've been through in life.” Ms. Pat credits her caseworker wit

It’s Sexual Health Awareness Month—aka Sextember at The Standard Spa, Miami Beach. Throughout September, the adults-only hotel is offering a frisky, sex-positive series of events encouraging guests to spice up their self-care and sexual wellness.  Was that hook-up a little stale? Want to push some boundaries but don’t know how ask for it? Fall in Miami gets us feeling tingly and warmed up for cuffing season, so don’t be shy. These seriously pleasurable workshops break away from taboo and encourage open dialogue with professional sex therapists, interactive game nights, Shibari drawings and more.  Fostering an inclusive, safe environment, The Standard Spa invites guests to shed their shame, give in to carnal curiosities and manifest desire. All of these events are exclusively for adults ages 21 and up and require reservations. Keep reading for more info on upcoming programming this month.    Wet & Wild, Comedy Night Wednesday, September 18 What’s sexier than laughing? Both memorable and pleasurable Rabbit Hole World has just enough steam for all things spicy and everything nice. Fall down the Rabbit Hole and celebrate all forms of self-expression and sensuality with South Florida’s host, Abby Ballin. The New Yorker turned South Floridian blends observational humor with autobiographical storytelling. From cheeky takes on dating and sultry burlesque to provocative spoken word, these acts aren’t something to miss. The dress code is cocktail chic. 7pm; $12.50–$35 Secrets to Sensat