Week of October 14, 2026
Hey Miami! Your October 14–31 edition brings together practical AI meetups, the eMerge AI Hackathon and Miami AI Summit, HEAT basketball, Miami Beach culture and public meetings, senior wellness and Halloween plans. Explore Miami, Miami Beach and Coral Gables; neighborhood and student-only restrictions are labeled. Books & Books is our business spotlight, and Catalyst Miami is our community spotlight. Our AI Ethics reading list asks how local builders can support accountable flood and public-service decisions, fair housing searches, hospitality workers and English, Spanish and Haitian Creole inclusion. All event times are Miami local time (EDT). Check organizer links for registration, tickets and last-minute changes; no attendance or transportation is guaranteed.
Reading list / Miami
Miami lives at the edge of the water and runs on many languages. As AI shows up in flood response, public services, housing searches and hospitality work, this edition asks who gets heard, who can appeal a decision, and who keeps their judgment on the job. These books are not about Miami, but their questions belong in every room where local builders meet.
How systems learn goals different from the ones we meant, a useful lens for anyone automating flood or public-service decisions that need to stay accountable.
How search engines can reinforce racial and gender bias, worth reading before trusting ranked results in housing searches or any service people find through a search box.
Argues we should treat robots more like animals we work alongside than human replacements, a frame for hospitality workers keeping agency as new tools arrive.
Global principles on human rights, fairness and cultural and linguistic diversity, a baseline for AI that serves English, Spanish and Haitian Creole speakers alike.
Business spotlight
Local business spotlight at Books & Books — Miami-area locations
An independent South Florida bookstore founded in Coral Gables, with author conversations and a community of readers. Browse the official store locations and literary calendar before visiting. This is an ongoing business spotlight, not a dated event.
Venue page for Books & Books — Miami-area locationsOfficial source for Books & Books
Community spotlight
Community spotlight at Catalyst Miami
A Miami nonprofit working toward a just and equitable community through economic mobility, civic leadership and climate resilience. Explore its current programs, community involvement and support options on the official website; check eligibility and schedules directly with the organization.
Venue page for Catalyst MiamiOfficial source for Catalyst Miami
Join Novak, Coco, and me in Miami.
I’ll be attending the Miami Open. Check the organizer for confirmed player participation, match schedules and tickets.
Official Miami Open site Event details
Civics
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT at City Hall Commission Chamber
A hybrid public meeting in the City Hall Commission Chamber. Check the city calendar for agendas, public-comment instructions and remote attendance.
Event details for Miami Beach City CommissionVenue page for City Hall Commission ChamberOfficial source for Miami Beach City Commission
Tech
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT at Miami — exact address after registration
An evening for founders and business leaders on AI agents, sales follow-up and the Miami tech ecosystem. Registration requires host approval. The organizer says the exact location is shared after approval; follow the host’s instructions.
Event details for Dapta x Mana Tech: Where AI Meets Business GrowthVenue page for Miami — exact address after registrationOfficial source for Dapta x Mana Tech: Where AI Meets Business Growth
Sports
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026, 7:30 PM EDT at Kaseya Center
Miami hosts Brooklyn Nets at Kaseya Center. This listing uses tip-off, not the door-opening time. Select the matching date when buying tickets and review the venue’s entry policies.
Event details for Miami HEAT vs. Brooklyn Nets — PreseasonVenue page for Kaseya CenterOfficial source for Miami HEAT vs. Brooklyn Nets — Preseason
Arts
Wednesday, Oct 14, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT at SoundScape Park
An outdoor screening of the 1985 adventure film at SoundScape Park. Rated PG; confirm weather and screening details with the city.
Event details for SoundScape Cinema: The GooniesVenue page for SoundScape ParkOfficial source for SoundScape Cinema: The Goonies
Wellness
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 9:15 AM EDT at UNIDAD North Beach Senior Center
Free chair yoga for Miami Beach seniors at the UNIDAD North Beach Senior Center. Registration required; contact the center through the official listing.
Event details for Chair Yoga for Miami Beach SeniorsVenue page for UNIDAD North Beach Senior CenterOfficial source for Chair Yoga for Miami Beach Seniors
Civics
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT at North Shore Youth Center
Help identify North Beach priorities, early projects and transparent funding choices for the redevelopment agency’s five-year plan. At North Shore Youth Center, 501 72 Street, first-floor game room.
Event details for North Beach Five-Year Strategic Plan Open HouseVenue page for North Shore Youth CenterOfficial source for North Beach Five-Year Strategic Plan Open House
Arts
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT at The Bass
The South Florida Symphony woodwind quintet performs at The Bass. Doors open at 6 PM; music begins at 6:30 PM. Complimentary admission with RSVP; capacity is limited and first-come, first-served.
Event details for Third Thursdays at The Bass: South Florida SymphonyVenue page for The BassOfficial source for Third Thursdays at The Bass: South Florida Symphony
Arts
Thursday, Oct 15, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT at Normandy Fountain – 7802 Rue Vendome
Singer-guitarist Nina Marie and singer-harpist Sarah Bomber perform at Normandy Fountain as the sun sets over North Beach. Confirm the location with the organizer before heading out.
Event details for Culture Crawl: Strings and SunsetVenue page for Normandy Fountain – 7802 Rue VendomeOfficial source for Culture Crawl: Strings and Sunset
Tech
Saturday, Oct 17, 2026, 8:00 AM EDT at Miami — exact address after registration
Build in enterprise AI, healthcare or education tracks at this one-day hackathon. Check-in begins at 8 AM; coding runs 9 AM–6 PM. Bring a laptop and charger. Come solo or in teams of up to five; registration is subject to approval. Confirm the disclosed venue after registering.
Event details for eMerge AI Hackathon 2026Venue page for Miami — exact address after registrationOfficial source for eMerge AI Hackathon 2026
Arts
Sunday, Oct 18, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT at Lummus Park – 14 Street & Ocean Drive
A family-friendly Sunday concert on the Ocean Drive Promenade between 14th Street and 14th Place. Check the organizer’s program and weather updates.
Event details for Ocean Drive Promenade Music SeriesVenue page for Lummus Park – 14 Street & Ocean DriveOfficial source for Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series
Civics
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT at Mayor and Comission Conference Room
A hybrid Miami Beach public meeting in the Mayor’s Conference Room at City Hall. Follow the official listing for the agenda, remote connection and participation instructions.
Event details for Affordable Housing Advisory CommitteeVenue page for Mayor and Comission Conference RoomOfficial source for Affordable Housing Advisory Committee
Tech
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT at Coral Gables — exact address after registration
A free Claude Community session for University of Miami undergraduate and graduate students of every major. Discuss AI and early-career work, research and coursework. RSVP and host approval required; the exact address is disclosed after registration.
Event details for Claude Community x uStart — UM Students OnlyVenue page for Coral Gables — exact address after registrationOfficial source for Claude Community x uStart — UM Students Only
Tech
Tuesday, Oct 20, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT at Miami — exact address after registration
Misfit Labs and The LAB Miami convene healthcare executives, founders, clinicians and investors to discuss deploying AI in real health systems, trust and implementation barriers. Register for the exact location.
Event details for The Future of Healthcare in the AI EraVenue page for Miami — exact address after registrationOfficial source for The Future of Healthcare in the AI Era
Civics
Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026, 4:30 PM EDT at Parking Department Conference Room
A public committee meeting at 1755 Meridian Avenue, second-floor Parking Department Conference Room. Consult the city for the agenda and participation details.
Event details for Miami Beach Human Rights CommitteeVenue page for Parking Department Conference RoomOfficial source for Miami Beach Human Rights Committee
Sports
Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026, 7:30 PM EDT at Kaseya Center
Miami hosts Minnesota Timberwolves at Kaseya Center. This listing uses tip-off, not the door-opening time. Select the matching date when buying tickets and review the venue’s entry policies.
Event details for Miami HEAT vs. Minnesota Timberwolves — Home OpenerVenue page for Kaseya CenterOfficial source for Miami HEAT vs. Minnesota Timberwolves — Home Opener
Arts
Wednesday, Oct 21, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT at SoundScape Park
The Friendly Ghost comes to SoundScape Park in this outdoor screening of the 1995 film. Rated PG; review the city’s weather and screening updates.
Event details for SoundScape Cinema: CasperVenue page for SoundScape ParkOfficial source for SoundScape Cinema: Casper
Wellness
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026, 9:15 AM EDT at UNIDAD North Beach Senior Center
Free chair yoga for Miami Beach seniors at the UNIDAD North Beach Senior Center. Registration required; contact the center through the official listing.
Event details for Chair Yoga for Miami Beach SeniorsVenue page for UNIDAD North Beach Senior CenterOfficial source for Chair Yoga for Miami Beach Seniors
Tech
Friday, Oct 23, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT at Loews Coral Gables Hotel
A full-day gathering of builders, executives, researchers and investors hosted by eMerge Americas and Miami AI Hub at Loews Coral Gables Hotel. Choose a ticket through the organizer and review its current agenda and entry requirements.
Event details for Miami AI SummitVenue page for Loews Coral Gables HotelOfficial source for Miami AI Summit
Sports
Friday, Oct 23, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT at Kaseya Center
Miami hosts Detroit Pistons at Kaseya Center. This listing uses tip-off, not the door-opening time. Select the matching date when buying tickets and review the venue’s entry policies.
Event details for Miami HEAT vs. Detroit Pistons — Regular SeasonVenue page for Kaseya CenterOfficial source for Miami HEAT vs. Detroit Pistons — Regular Season
Arts
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT at Lincoln Road, Miami Beach — check organizer for exact meeting point
A fall pumpkin-decorating workshop on Lincoln Road. Follow the official Lincoln Road calendar and linked registration page for the exact meeting point, tickets and supplies.
Event details for Lincoln Road Pumpkin Decorating WorkshopVenue page for Lincoln Road, Miami Beach — check organizer for exact meeting pointOfficial source for Lincoln Road Pumpkin Decorating Workshop
Arts
Sunday, Oct 25, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT at The Bass Museum of Art
Family art-making, exhibition exploration and hands-on projects at The Bass Creativity Center. Materials are provided; check the museum’s visitor information before attending.
Event details for The Bass Free Community DayVenue page for The Bass Museum of ArtOfficial source for The Bass Free Community Day
Arts
Sunday, Oct 25, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT at Scott Rakow Youth Center – 2700 Sheridan Avenue
A Halloween evening for Miami Beach residents with carnival games, rides and Treats for Tots. Wristbands are required for attractions; use the city listing for preregistration and pickup instructions. Food purchases are separate.
Event details for Miami Beach Parks Boo BashVenue page for Scott Rakow Youth Center – 2700 Sheridan AvenueOfficial source for Miami Beach Parks Boo Bash
Civics
Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT at City Hall Commission Chamber
A hybrid public committee meeting at the Miami Beach City Hall Commission Chamber. Consult the official agenda and participation instructions before attending.
Event details for Land Use and Sustainability CommitteeVenue page for City Hall Commission ChamberOfficial source for Land Use and Sustainability Committee
Tech
Tuesday, Oct 27, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT at Miami — exact address after registration
Miami EdTech brings together education, workforce, nonprofit, business and government leaders for responsible and inclusive AI implementation. Includes a conversation with Kapor Center’s Lili Gangas. Register to request a place and receive the exact location.
Event details for Miami AI Readiness Coalition KickoffVenue page for Miami — exact address after registrationOfficial source for Miami AI Readiness Coalition Kickoff
Arts
Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026, 8:00 PM EDT at SoundScape Park
An outdoor Halloween-season film screening at SoundScape Park. Follow the city’s official listing for the film, weather and visitor guidance.
Event details for SoundScape Cinema: The Addams FamilyVenue page for SoundScape ParkOfficial source for SoundScape Cinema: The Addams Family
Wellness
Thursday, Oct 29, 2026, 9:15 AM EDT at UNIDAD North Beach Senior Center
Free chair yoga for Miami Beach seniors at the UNIDAD North Beach Senior Center. Registration required; contact the center through the official listing.
Event details for Chair Yoga for Miami Beach SeniorsVenue page for UNIDAD North Beach Senior CenterOfficial source for Chair Yoga for Miami Beach Seniors
Tech
Thursday, Oct 29, 2026, 6:00 PM EDT at Quest Workspaces Miami Tower
Practical talks and demos about building with LLMs, AI productivity and the impact of AI on work and society. At Quest Workspaces Miami Tower; reserve a ticket because places are limited.
Event details for Mindstone Miami October AI MeetupVenue page for Quest Workspaces Miami TowerOfficial source for Mindstone Miami October AI Meetup
Arts
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026, 5:00 PM EDT at Lincoln Road, Miami Beach — check organizer for exact meeting point
Lincoln Road’s annual Halloween celebration begins at 5 PM on October 31 and continues until 2 AM on November 1. Check the official calendar and registration page for activities, participating locations and visitor guidance.
Event details for Lincoln Road Halloween Block PartyVenue page for Lincoln Road, Miami Beach — check organizer for exact meeting pointOfficial source for Lincoln Road Halloween Block Party
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