Guardians of the Children Luncheon
Tuesday, October 30 at 11:15 a.m.
Luncheon and Valentino Runway Fashion show presented by the Jackson Memorial Foundation Guardian Angels will benefit Holtz Children's Hospital. Preview the Valentino Resort 2008 Collection and see dazzling jewels by Chopard being worn by Luncheon Chairs Patricia Hirsch, Andria Ares Holtz, Amarilis Osorio and Deborah Robins. Channel 10 News Anchors Laurie Jennings and Dwight Lauderdale will emcee, and AT&T Florida is this year's platinum sponsor. Tickets are $150 per person.
Loews Miami Beach Hotel
1601 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-355-4999
Luncheon and Fashion Show for St. Jude's
Tuesday, October 30 at noon
See a magnificent collection of furs and outerwear presented by Bisang. Town and Country Magazine is the sponsor with proceeds going to St. Jude Children's Research. Reception begins at 11:30 a.m., and lunch will be served following the fashion show.
Fur Salon at Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour
9700 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour
305-265-1371
Sight Night
Through Wednesday, October 31
Team Metro is trying to "scare up" used eyeglasses instead of candy this Halloween. The used eyewear will be recycled by Give the Give of Sight and Lions Clubs International and hand delivered to underprivileged people around the world. In the past 9 years more than 900,000 pairs of glasses have been collected - let's make it a million! Drop off used prescription glasses and non-prescription sunglasses, big or small, chic or not! Email for more information.
Team Metro Northwest
7630 N.W. 186th Street, Miami
Women's Auxiliary Annual Awards Luncheon
Wednesday, October 31 at 11 a.m.
The Greater Miami Women's Auxiliary at the Miami Jewish Home & Hospital will honor longtime South Floridian Florence Hecht with the 2007 Pioneer Award given in recognition of selfless community service, and Marcia Zerivitz with the Woman of the Year Award for her dedicated community leadership. The luncheon begins with a cocktail reception at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. Proceeds benefit "Love on Wheels," underwriting the services of 11 wheelchair transporters whose sole job it is to help the Home's frail and elderly move to and from activities on the campus.
Westview Country Club
2601 N.W. 119th Street, Miami
305-762-1382
Cocowalk Halloween Celebrations
Wednesday, October 31 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Kids and adults alike are welcome for a spooktacular time. The "Kids Only" Halloween Celebration gets underway for local Coconut Grove Elementary School Children to trick or treat in their costumes. Prizes awarded to one winner from each school, compliments of CocoWalk. When the sun sets, adults will enjoy live entertainment, with a spicy performance by renowned Salsa Singer Carlos Manuel and his Band. Door prizes and giveaways for adults too!
Cocowalk
3015 Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove
305-444-0777
10th Annual Halloween on the Mile
Wednesday, October 31 from 4 to 7 p.m.
The whole family will enjoy Halloween on the Mile. There is candy for the kids, plus a haunted house, costume contest, scavenger hunt and lots more. The Humane Society of Greater Miami is sponsoring a "Best Dog Costume Contest" so your 4-legged family members are welcome too!
Miracle Mile, Coral Gables
Light the Night
Wednesday, October 31 from 5 to 8 p.m.
Bring the whole family for a Halloween festival for kids of all ages. Games and candy, bounce houses, rock climbing wall, live music, and dance performances at 6 and 7 p.m. in the main auditorium. See Freddick Bratcher and Company Contemporary Dance Theater's "The Creation," choreographed by Freddick Bratcher and Melissa Llewellyn. It's all free and open to the public - no scary costumes, please!
Miami Vineyard Community Church
14260 S.W. 119th Avenue, Miami
305-234-9600
Women's Day Luncheon
Friday, November 2 at 11 a.m.
Alper JCC welcomes Judy Gold and Kate Moira Ryan as guest speakers for the Women's Day Luncheon. Stand-up comic and 2-time Emmy Award winning actress Judy Gold and award-winning playwright Kate Moira Ryan gathered stories from Jewish mothers to create the critically acclaimed Off Broadway hit show, "25 Questions For A Jewish Mother." Their success continues in a new book by the same name that is filled with anecdotes that are poignant, hilarious and heart-warming. Tickets range from $50 to $70.
Signature Gardens
12725 S.W. 122nd Avenue, Miami
305-271-9000, Ext. 268
Foster Care Review Lunch at Joe's Stone Crab
Friday, November 2 at 12:30 p.m.
Support Foster Care Review and have a fabulous lunch at the legendary Joe's Stone Crab! FCR is a not-for-profit organization that recruits volunteers and trains them to assist the Juvenile Court in monitoring the safety and wellbeing of children in Miami-Dade's foster care system. Now you too can help these children by attending Foster Care's annual luncheon. Besides tons of stone crabs and all the fixings, there will be an incredible raffle for a 7-night cruise, hotel stays, Heat tickets, and lots more. Tickets for lunch are $200.
Joe's Stone Crab
11 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach
305-573-6665, Ext 180 (Kadie Black)
Indoor Fireworks Gala Kick-Off Party
Friday, November 2 at 8 p.m.
Partners en Pointe, a savvy support group for Miami City Ballet, is hosting an elegant by-invitation-only cocktail party to kick-off the World Premiere Opening Night Gala of the Twyla Tharp/Elvis Costello collaboration. Fabulous fare and cocktails will be provided by The Setai's award-winning Exec. Chef Jonathan Wright. Gala sponsors Graff, Neiman Marcus and Silversea will be on hand to highlight the incredible prizes that are part of the Indoor Fireworks Drawing. The gala, named "Indoor Fireworks" after a Costello song, is slated for March 28 at Carnival Center. Join Partners en Pointe by calling T.J. Morales today.
The Setai
2001 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-929-7000, Ext. 1412 (T.J. Morales)
14th Annual Hands On Miami Day
Saturday, November 3 from 8:15 a.m. to noon
Be part of the largest service event in Miami! Hands On Miami Day, presented by Carnival Cruise Lines, is the organization's annual fundraising day of community service. More than 4000 volunteers will help paint, plant trees, beautify schools, create murals and clean up neighborhoods around the county. Registering and selecting a project online is easy. Funds raised through registration fees and sponsorships support programming all year long. Volunteers receive breakfast, courtesy of Starbucks, a Hands On Miami t-shirt, and a post-project party at Finnegans on the River (401 S.W. Third Avenue). Volunteer today - for a sense of community and accomplishment! Call or email becky@handsonmiami.org.
25 Project Sites all over the County!
305-646-7207
United Way Young Leaders' Volunteer Project
Saturday, November 3 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Help United Way's Young Leaders complete their project as part of Hands On Miami Day. This active group of young leaders are helping to renovate Westview Middle School. They will paint the school's mascot on the front of the school, as well as colorful murals along the hallways. The school's landscaping will be embellished with a beautiful butterfly garden, a stone/mulch path, shrubs lining the sideway and a small fence. A memorial will be dedicated in honor of a young student from the school. Here's how to volunteer: Go to www.handsonmiami.org and register as part of the Young Leaders group. Follow prompts to Westview Middle School project.
Westview Middle School
1901 N.W. 127th Street, Miami
305-646-7019 (Marisa Montalvo)
Sleepless Night
Saturday, November 3 from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Set your clocks now to fall back and culture forward because Sleepless Night will be in Miami Beach in the blink of an eye! From dance performances and sculpture gardens to live bands and street parades, the free, 13-hour innovative cultural affair will get underway at 6 p.m. and not stop till sunrise at 6 a.m. the next day. Sleepless Night is a collaboration of all the city's major cultural institutions, theaters, galleries, and arts organizations, along with hotels, shops, nightclubs, restaurants and individual artists and presenters. Events for children will be held during the earlier part of the night. Free public transportation will connect four major zones of activity - North Beach, Collins Park, Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive. Live performances will take place on the buses so that participants will not miss a moment of culture. Sleepless Night is produced by the City of Miami Beach and the Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council. See a complete listing of events and sponsors.
City-wide on Miami Beach
9th Annual Crystal Vision Gala
Saturday, November 3 at 6 p.m.
The Art & Culture Center of Hollywood hosts its ninth annual gala with Beatlemania Live! performing and the presentation of Crystal Awards to this year's honorees: Nicki E. Grossman, Silvia Flores, M.D., Hollywood Police Chief James Scarberry, David W. Singer, Esq., and the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, with special recognition to retiring Commissioner Sal Oliveri. CBS-4 anchor Erika von Tiehl will emcee. Reception and silent auction begin at 6 p.m., then dinner, awards, show and dancing. The Beatles Tribute Band will reintroduce you to music from each era of the Fab Four, complete with costumes. Tickets are $250, and the event is chaired by Cameron Benson and Alan Koslow, Esq.
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
1 Seminole Way, Hollywood
954-921-3274
Baptist Hospital White Diamonds Ball
Saturday, November 3 at 6:30 p.m.
Step into the intrigue and glamour of a James Bond thriller when you attend this year's Baptist Hospital Ball, "White Diamonds," with entertainment by Gemini. Co-chaired by Dr. Edward and Maira Abraham and Maria Camila and German Leiva, the gala raises funds to help build the hospital's new Emergency Center now under construction. Baptist Hospital's Emergency Center is the second busiest in the county, treating over 200 patients every day. Support a worthy cause and have a wonderful evening. Tickets are $450.
Radisson Miami Hotel
1600 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
786-596-8954 (Lori Elsbree)
The Great Gatsby
Saturday, November 3 at 6:30 p.m.
The Gold-Diggers, Inc., a theatrical company that performs in support of charities, is set to present a marvelous gala filled with entertainment for their annual fall fundraiser. Dinner, music, live auctions and prizes will benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of America and Food for Life Network. More than 60 women from Miami-Dade and Broward help raise money and bring awareness to these charities. Tickets are $75 per person; $1,000 for a VIP table of 10.
Riviera Country Club
1155 Blue Rd, Coral Gables
305-772-3897
Beaux Arts Ball
Saturday, November 3 at 7 p.m.
Miami's oldest costume ball requests that you "Come As You Were" for this year's Beaux Arts Ball. Guests are encouraged to wear nostalgic costumes that conjure up past eras or lives. Cocktails and the silent auction preview begin at 7 p.m., followed by dinner, dancing and the traditional parade of costumes. Godfrey del Rio is sparking up the décor, and Steve Chase's upbeat musicians will keep the crowd on their feet dancing. A special thanks to Southern Wine & Spirits who generously underwrote the wine and spirits. Tickets are $275, and proceeds fund art exhibitions, improvements and acquisitions for the Lowe Art Museum at University of Miami. Email for tickets and information.
The Mandarin Oriental Miami
500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami
Palm & Cycad Sale
Saturday & Sunday, November 3 & 4
More than 250 species of palms and cycads are available for sale in the Fairchild Garden amphitheater area. This 2-day sale is sponsored by the South Florida Palm Society. Admission to the garden is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for kids 6-17 and free for Fairchild members and younger children.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables
305-951-2151
Volunteers Needed for JNF's Green Sunday!
Sunday, November 4 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Volunteers are needed to take part in Jewish National Fund's annual "Green Sunday" Phone-a-thon. JNF will be making calls to raise funds to build new communities in Israel, like their "Blueprint Negev Campaign" in the South and their Northern Renewal Campaign to restore forests destroyed by Hezbollah in 2006. A few hours of your time can help a lot. There will be food, raffles and prizes for volunteer callers, plus camaraderie and the satisfaction of helping. High school students who make calls will receive community service hours.
Aventura Office
305-682-0025
"Bebe" Rebozo Memorial Golf Classic
Monday, November 5 at 10 a.m.
The Carmen Rebozo Foundation joins the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade to host a golf outing and banquet to support programming and services for disadvantaged youth in our community. Entry fees include gift bags, complimentary parking, green fees, cart, range balls, box lunch, on-course beverages, gourmet banquet and awards ceremony. A putting contest gets underway at 11:30 a.m., and the shotgun start promptly at 12:30 p.m. Dinner and awards ceremony after the tournament. Entry fee for foursomes is $1000. Non-golfers are welcome to attend the dinner only for $100.
Miami Beach Golf Club
2301 Alton Road, Miami Beach
305-446-9910, Ext. 13 (Mayra Gonzalez)
Opening Meeting and Luncheon for NOTABLES
Tuesday, November 6 at 11 a.m.
The NOTABLES kick off another exciting year at their opening meeting and lunch underwritten by longtime supporter Linda Zilber. On the top of the agenda will be the new Multi-Sensory Environment Room, generously donated to Douglas Gardens by BlueCross BlueShield of Florida, which will be introduced by way of a special video featuring Elliott Rodriguez, CBS-4 Anchor. The MSE Room with its cutting-edge sensory therapy programs provides a revolutionary stress-free environment for Alzheimer's patients. NOTABLES Founder and Chairman Bella Goldstein and President Mickey Dworkin (pictured) will share plans for the Black Tie Gala, "Dancing with the Stars," set for January 12 at the Miami Beach Resort & Spa. Call Ricki to learn how to join and be part of upcoming events.
Williams Island Club
4500 Island Boulevard, Williams Island
305-762-1371 (Ricki Diamond)
2nd Annual Miami's 50 Savviest Singles
Wednesday, November 7 from 8 to 11 p.m.
Hope Center honors South Florida's 50 Savviest Singles at one of South Beach's savviest clubs. These individuals have made their mark on South Florida and share the spirit of community service. Hats off to these extraordinary individuals! Meet them and their friends at The Fifth. Watch for photos and bios of the 50 Savviest Singles soon to appear as a special insert in Miami New Times.
The Fifth Nightclub
5th Street and Lenox Avenue, Miami Beach
305-608-5171
Evensky & Katz 2nd Annual Golf Tournament
Thursday, November 8 at 7:30 a.m.
Enjoy 18 holes of competition on the newly redesigned course by famed course designer Brian Silvia. Proceeds will benefit the Coral Gables Community Foundation's Youth 4 Tomorrow Program and other local charities. Registration, breakfast & driving range practice begins at 7:30 a.m., and a shotgun start at 8:30. Entry fee is $175; foursome $650. Non-golfers may attend lunch for $50.
Biltmore Golf Course
1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables
305-448-8882, Ext. 211 (Sandra or David)
3rd Annual IKF Latin American Art Auction 2007
Thursday, November 8 from 7 to 10 p.m.
Known as "the collector's auction," you'll find world class art offered in silent and live auctions. New this year is the Collector's Corner, a select group of donated works by South Florida collectors, who are contributing to IKF's efforts. This signature event for the International Kids Fund (IKF), a program of Jackson Memorial Foundation, is devoted to art, charity and fun. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres provided. Tickets are $75 in advance and $100 at the door. Proceeds go to providing medical care to needy children from around the world who suffer from serious illnesses and cannot be treated in their home countries. Who can say no?
Cisneros Fontanals Art Foundation (CIFO)
1018 N. Miami Avenue, Miami
305-585-5888
Upcoming
Events
November 9
Project: New Born/Bal Harbour Shops Fashion Show Luncheon
November 11
?Endless Possibilities?
November 14
Fashion for Friends
November 14
2007 Philanthropy Awards Luncheon
November 16
Hope for All Ball and 10th Annual Mayor?s Ball
November 16
Casablanca: Miami Magic
November 17
The Miami 5K Sprint for Darfur
November 17
3rd Annual Journey of Dreams Benefit
November 17
Tropical Celebration
November 17
Opening Night Gala
November 18
Simon Evening of Giving
November 29
Fourth Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony
November 29
Festival of the Trees
December 3
Pre-Art Basel Party
December 7
?Doing Business in Paradise?
Upcoming Events
What When
Project: New Born/Bal Harbour Shops Fashion Show Luncheon Friday, November 9
“Endless Possibilities” Sunday, November 11
Fashion for Friends Wednesday, November 14
2007 Philanthropy Awards Luncheon Wednesday, November 14
Hope for All Ball and 10th Annual Mayor’s Ball Friday, November 16
Casablanca: Miami Magic Friday, November 16
The Miami 5K Sprint for Darfur Saturday, November 17
3rd Annual Journey of Dreams Benefit Saturday, November 17
Tropical Celebration Saturday, November 17
Opening Night Gala Saturday, November 17
Simon Evening of Giving Sunday, November 18
Fourth Annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony Thursday, November 29
Festival of the Trees Thursday, November 29
Pre-Art Basel Party Monday, December 3
“Doing Business in Paradise” Friday, December 7
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