On the north end of Miami Beach – from 62nd street to 87th street – is North Beach, an area that differs from the rest of Miami Beach.

In this seaside bohemia, drum circles happen on the beach sand during the full moon. MiMo buildings – built after WWII – are mixed with modern structures on Collins Avenue, and quaint two-story MiMo buildings are set in the backstreets housing many who can’t afford the lux settings of South Beach.

Farmers markets and public gatherings occur around a restored fountain in the Normandy Isles district. And hip concerts and food truck rallies are thrown at The Bandshell, a 1950s MiMo concert venue that sits adjacent to the beach.

The City of Miami Beach is putting a lot of effort and money into both the development and preservation of North Beach . Local parks have been built and restored. Events are continually in the works to bring about a community atmosphere. And plans are underway to bring greater economic prosperity to the entire neighborhood.

This documentary piece shows some of the aspects of this area in transition, and sheds light on a few of the people and places that make it special.