15th Annual South Miami Hospital Golf Classic
Wednesday, October 17 at 11 a.m.
Join Baptist Health Foundation for an exciting day of golf at one of Miami's greatest golf resorts. The tournament will be played on Doral's Blue, Gold and Red Courses and benefits South Miami Hospital's Child Development Center, providing the highest quality diagnostic and early intervention services for children with developmental delays. Player fee is $400 and includes lunch at 11:30 a.m., tournament play with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m., contests and an awards dinner and live auction beginning at 5 p.m.
Doral Golf Resort & Spa
4400 N.W. 87th Avenue, Miami
305-596-8953
First Ladies of Broward Luncheon
Wednesday, October 17
The Broward County Fair, now in its 32nd year, honors Broward County's First Ladies at this annual luncheon event. Recognized for their strong commitment and dedication to the community are: Dr. Eloise McCoy-Cain, Beatriz Canals, Anne French, Hon. Beverly Gallagher, Bertha Henry, Jean Johnson, Betty Priscak, Virginia Jordan, Carolyne Koos, Terri Lynn, Fatima Perez, Lourdes Perez, and Hon. Cindi Hutchinson. Tickets are $60, and all proceeds benefit the Broward County Fair Education Scholarship and Awards Fund.
Signature Grand
Davie
954-922-2224
America SCORES Miami Fall Frenzy
Thursday, October 18 from 3:30 to 6 p.m.
Children will take to the soccer fields for clinics, scrimmages and friendly matches to demonstrate the importance of quality after school programs. America SCORES Miami addresses the fact that one in four kids is home alone and unsupervised after school. Their unique after school programs use soccer and literacy to inspire healthy living and civic responsibility among urban kids.
Benjamin Franklin Soccer Park
13400 N.W. 12th Avenue, Miami
305-446-9313
Key to the Cure Kick-Off
Thursday, October 18 from 6 to 9 p.m.
A weekend of charity shopping kicks off with a spectacular event at Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour to benefit UM Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. Three floors of live entertainment, featuring Celebrity Diva Elaine Lancaster, DJ's Nikolas from The Fifth and Mark Leventhal; tastes from 30 of South Florida's top restaurants and caterers; and complimentary cocktails courtesy of Grey Goose await guests at Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour. Joining in the efforts to raise money and awareness are Mercedes Benz USA, Ocean Drive Magazine and A Joy Wallace Catering. Tickets are $30, and a percentage of sales from the shopping weekend go directly to UM/Sylvester. Honorary Chair is Irma Braman along with Kim Wood, Jeff Peck and Alan Randolph.
Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour
9700 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour
305-243-9088
Viva La Cure
Thursday, October 18 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Local Mercedes dealer Bill Ussery Motors has joined with Mercedes-Benz USA and Saks Fifth Avenue, in its commitment to raise funds for the treatment and prevention of breast cancer, particularly during the month of October. Viva La Cure is one of the key events in Miami that raises awareness of this most important initiative. Come out for an evening of shopping, fashion and entertainment at Saks Dadeland. Your purchase, whether large or small, will help in the fight against this deadly disease.
Saks Fifth Avenue Dadeland Mall
North Kendall Drive between US 1 and 826, Miami
11th Annual Swinging FORE Charity Golf Tournament
Friday, October 19 at 12:30 p.m.
Programs, like Camp Hope: A Bereavement Camp for Kids, that support the patients and families served by Catholic Hospice will benefit from this charity tournament. Individual players' packages, $175 p/player, include green and cart fees, lunch, on-course refreshments, gift bag and golf shirt, post-tourney dinner with open bar, raffles and silent auction, and valet parking. Non-golfers' tickets for the awards dinner are $50.
Miami Springs Golf and Country Club
650 Curtiss Parkway, Miami Springs
305-822-2380 or 305-351-7103
"Cotton Club Comes to AARLCC"
Friday, October 19
In celebration of the 5th anniversary of "Unity in the Community," this fundraiser for the African-American Research Library & Cultural Center will rekindle the spirit of the Harlem Renaissance. AARLCC's "Cotton Club" is complete with the Savoy Ballroom, Club Hot Cha!, a poet's café, and live entertainment. Tickets are $150 and benefit the library, only the 3rd facility of its kind in the U.S. that is dedicated to the history and culture of those of African-American, Caribbean and African descent.
African-American Research Library & Cultural Center
2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale
954-625-2828
Priyanka Cup
October 19 – 21
This charity Doubles Tennis Tournament, a benefit for Voices for Children, is open to tennis enthusiasts at all levels. Sign up for doubles competition in the categories of Men's, Women's, Mixed or Men's Open with or without a doubles partner. The pros will match you up with a partner if you don't have one. Men's Open Division will compete for cash prizes, and all others for trophies and the pride of winning. Round-Robin play gets underway at 4 venues: Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Brickell Tennis Club, Grove Isle Hotel & Spa and The Crandon Park Tennis Center. Entry fees range from $50 to $100. All participants are invited to a Bar-B-Q dinner at 5 p.m. on Saturday at the Ritz-Carlton.
Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne
455 Grand Bay Drive, Key Biscayne
305-361-3932 (Cliff Drysdale Tennis)
Authors, Poets and All That Jazz
Saturday, October 20 from 1 to 6:30 p.m.
The National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Greater Miami Chapter, welcomes award-winning authors L.A. Banks, Earl Sewell, Victoria Christopher Murray, Keith Lee Johnson, Philip Thomas Duck and Beverly Jenkins for an afternoon of Authors, Poets and All That Jazz. $35
Sheraton Ft. Lauderdale Airport Hotel
1825 Griffin Road, Dania
954-612-6130
High Heels Poker Tour
Saturday, October 20 at 1:30 p.m.
The first all women's poker tour on the east coast launches their tour here in South Florida. No Limit Texas Hold'Em is the game, and the top 20 players get high payouts and win entry into the 2008 Tournament of Champions. Buy-in is $250 and seats are limited. Register online or the day of the event at Isle Casino.
Isle Casino & Racing
Pompano Park
The "Spirit of Charity" Gala
Saturday, October 20 at 6:30 p.m.
One of the oldest and largest charitable organizations in South Florida, Catholic Charities, is hosting its annual Spirit of Charity event to honor philanthropist and long-time benefactor Bunny Bastian. Over 500 community leaders are expected for this extraordinary evening of charity and giving. Mrs. Bastian will be presented with the Monsignor Bryan O. Walsh Award. The cocktail reception and silent auction begin at 6:30, followed by dinner and dancing to the music of Miami City Lights. Co-chairs of the gala evening are Robert and Brenda Castellano, Robert and Jody Dickinson and Paul and Swanee DiMare. A portion of the proceeds from The Spirit of Charity will go to the construction of Broward's Intergenerational Center which will care for the elderly and the young in a single, multi-cultural setting.
Doral Golf Resort & Spa
4400 N.W. 87th Avenue, Miami
305-762-1051
The Rare Event - Bidding Against Extinction
Saturday, October 20 at 7 p.m.
Hard-to-find plants and one-of-a-kind contemporary art works are the items you'll find at "The Rare Event," a unique auction at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Add to your collections by bidding on rare plants and exceptional artworks. Cocktail reception, auction preview and Silent Auction from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and Live Auction begins promptly at 8:30. Tickets are $75 for Fairchild Members; $125 for non-members; Free for Fairchild Fellows.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road, Miami
305-667-1651, Ext. 3357 (Mari Novo)
Magnolia Gala
Saturday, October 20 at 7:30 p.m.
Join Sunrise Community for their second annual Magnolia Ball, a benefit to further their mission of enhancing the lives of people with developmental disabilities. The services provided by Sunrise Community are like the numerous petals of the magnolia blossoms, for which the gala is named. They allow an ideal balance for the support and assistance to achieve higher levels of independence and self-determination. Celebrate the great work being accomplished at Sunrise Community. Cocktail reception at 7:30, gourmet dinner, live entertainment and dancing beginning at 8:30 p.m.
Doral Golf Resort & Spa
4400 N.W. 87th Avenue, Miami
305-272-3063
The Magic of Dylan Ace
Saturday, October 20 at 8 p.m.
Miami native and world renowned illusionist Dylan Ace will perform his full show to benefit the Jason Taylor Foundation. Not your typical magic show, Ace performs on a stripped down stage - no smoke, no mirrors - just pure magic. He has taken the art of illusion to a whole new level! Tickets are $18, available at Ticketmaster outlets.
Byron Carlyle Theater
500 71st Street, Miami Beach
Sunset Cruise
Sunday, October 21 from 4 to 6 p.m.
Explore Biscayne Bay aboard the "Pelican Island Skipper," a 45-foot Catamaran, with a nature guide from the Deering Estate. Setting off from this unique historic preserve, you'll learn about birds, sea mammals, Native Americans and early pioneers on the two hour cruise. The pontoon boat meets all Coast Guard Regulations and is ADA accessible. Trips may be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather and water conditions. Cost is $35 per person; spaces are limited. Additional cruises planned for November 18 and December 16.
The Deering Estate
16701 S.W. 72nd Avenue, Miami
305-235-1668, ext. 233
Spa Soiree
Wednesday, October 24 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Relax poolside for an evening of spa treatments, cocktails, socializing and fun at Miami's Ladies Spa Night. Mini massages and facials offered by Sports Club LA/Miami's Splash Spa, mini mani's from RikRak, acupuncture by Dr. Woods, mini medical facials and consultations by the Miami Institute for Age Management and Intervention (plus injectables offered at attractive prices), and make-up by beauty experts. Bahia of Four Seasons will provide signature cocktails and hors d'oeuvres, and Vizcaya Wine Imports will serve a selection of Argentinean wines. RSVP today, as space is limited. $75; complimentary valet parking.
Four Seasons Hotel
1441 Brickell Avenue, Miami
305-381-3993
Pumpkin Patch
Now through October 31
The feeling of autumn will be in the air with gorgeous Fall colors filling the yard of Miami Beach's historic St. John's Church. The 9th annual Pumpkin Patch features more than 5,000 pumpkins and Indian gourds for sale with prices beginning at 50¢. Proceeds from the pumpkin patch fund community programs sponsored by the church. Open Mon-Sat from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sun from 12:30 to 7 p.m.
St. John's on the Lake United Methodist Church
4760 Pine Tree Drive, Miami Beach
305-531-7166
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
Upcoming
Events
October 20 – 21
Hollywood Festival of the Arts
October 27
Halloween Bash
October 27 – 28
17th Annual “In the Park with Art”
November 3
Sleepless Night
November 7
2nd Annual Miami’s 50 Savviest Singles
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
3rd Annual Journey of Dreams Benefit
November 17
Tropical Celebration
Upcoming Events
What When
Hollywood Festival of the Arts October 20 – 21
Halloween Bash Saturday, October 27
17th Annual “In the Park with Art” October 27 – 28
Sleepless Night Saturday, November 3
2nd Annual Miami’s 50 Savviest Singles Wednesday, November 7
“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
3rd Annual Journey of Dreams Benefit Saturday, November 17
Tropical Celebration Saturday, November 17
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