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2ND ANNUAL PINK GALA: THE PASSIONATELY PINK AFFAIR OF THE YEAR! Head into the heart of Coconut Grove for a night of funk & fashion to benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Elite Salon Systems, South Florida’s Paul Mitchell Distributor, is hosting the Second Annual Pink Gala at Flavour Nightclub on Sunday, November 2, 2008. This upscale evening will include live music, special dance performances, incredible raffle prizes, and a DJ keeping the party going all night long. Event Information: Location: Flavour Nightclub, 2895 McFarlane Rd., Miami, FL 33133. Sunday, November 2, 2008. Tickets: $20 (Advance Purchase); VIP Ticket: $30 (Includes entrance to the VIP Party, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cocktails). Door Entry: $25. VIP Party: 8:00 to 9:00 pm. Gala: Doors Open at 9:00 pm. For tickets call (305) 541-8006 ext. 231 or (800) 654-9180 ext. 231

For more information on the 2nd Annual Pink Gala, call Elite at (305) 541-8006 ext. 231, (800) 654-9180 ext. 231 or visit www.elitepinkmiami.com






Join us at CHURCHILL'S PUB ! .....

MURS live at Churchill's, Tuesday, November 11th.
Tickets available at ticketmaster.com
Also coming AGENT ORANGE, THE SLACKERS
and QUINTRON. Churchill's Pub, 5501 Ne 2nd Ave., Miami. For more information on these and all upcoming music and sports event goto: www.churchillspub.com





Don’t miss Gordon Biersch’s first Annual Halloween Brew Bash! October 31st from 8pm till close! Be sure to wear your best Halloween costume to participate in the evening’s contests and activities. Guests will enjoy a Halloween decorated restaurant, drink specials and D.J. all night. First 20 guests in costume after 8pm receive a complimentary drink ticket!
Gordon Biersch 1201 Brickell Ave. 786-425-1130 www.gordonbiersch.com




Low on Cash this year...but still need to Look Good?....Thank Goodness for ABB American Brazilian Body Waxing! They are offering up HUGE Savings with their Autumn Specials going on right now! WOMEN: Any Bikini & Butt Strip for only $25. MEN: Back & Shoulders for only $35. And don't worry if you're busy all week trying make some extra cash.. ...because ABB is OPEN SUNDAYS too! Gift Certificates are available.. (think nice AND still affordable this holiday seaon!) Visit ABB at 6815 Biscayne Blvd, Ste 102, Miami or CALL 305-756-7794 for your appointment now.
www.abbfashion.com








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Christine Lee’s at Gulfstream Park hosts Halloween Charity Bash

Get ready to rock out your Halloween costume and lace up your dancing shoes because Christine Lee’s is in rare form for Halloween and it’s going to be the Halloween party you’re still talking about next year! Set for Friday, October 31st from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. the event will feature South Beach Club style décor, music, light show, live entertainers and drag show. The first annual event is inspired by a Super Friends theme with live airbrush artists transforming staff and guests into various Super Hero’s to fight cancer and raise funds for the Mount Sinai Foundation.

Special guest Kitty Meow will be on stage with performances throughout the night, and a costume contest is schedule for 11PM with autographed Bloody Mary prizes and more.

Tickets are $40 and included a Christine Lee’s appetizer buffet, complementary Absolut Bloody Mary, and valet. To purchase advanced tickets or to book a future events at Christine Lee’s, contact Jeff Turgeau, Director of Group Sales and Special Events at 954-457-6255 or JeffT@christinelees.com.




New Times Iron Fork 2008!! On October 30th, 6pm-10pm at the Miami Science Museum! Wear your best costume for Best Costume Contest! Come watch South Florida's top Chefs battle head to head for the Prestigious Golden Fork Award. Sample the finest food from 20+ of South Flordia's most delicious restaurants! Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Get your tickets now! Tickets available now at newtimesironfork.com.




A Spa for Your Skin! Join us for Happy Hour every Wednesday from 5pm-8pm for drinks and appetizers! Get expert advice from our professionals on how to pick out the right products for your skin type, while getting a mini facial! To top off the night, enjoy a free make-up lesson from a TRUE MINERAL Make-up artist! Please RSVP at 305-403-1562. www.centerforbeautifulskin.com

Fall Specials - 20% off your first facial and Highlights, haircut and blow-dry only $150! Valid through October 31, 2008.





Join The New World Symphony, America’s Orchestral Academy, October 17th, 18th, and 19th for Russian flair and Spanish dances. Hear how the magic and intrigue of the Firebird come to life through Stravinsky’s intoxicating rhythms and poetic melodies, while internationally acclaimed pianist Yuja Wang gets a challenging workout for five fingers in Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand.
http://www.nws.edu/





Miccosukee collectible show Saturday November 29, 2008! Come join us for a day of fun with the family at the only monthly show of its type in South Florida where you can buy, sell or trade all collectibles. Everyone who comes to the show gets a free comic just for coming to the show! Hourly raffles!

500 sw 177 Ave (corner of Krome Ave and SW 8th ST). Show hours are from 10 a.m to 5 p.m. Free Admission! Free parking!

For more information click on logo or please call 305-710-6889.




EXPLORE YOUR CAREER POSSIBILITIES
Join us for the Miami AANMC Naturopathic Medicine Information Forum Saturday, November 1, 2008. You'll enjoy a series of presentations and panel discussions with leading professionals in the field of naturopathic medicine. Representatives of the AANMC schools will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about naturopathic medical education. Make meaningful connections with patients. Become a naturopathic physician.

Register online at: www.AANMC.org/Register

This event is sponsored jointly by the six accredited colleges of naturopathic medicine comprising the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges (AANMC). For more information, contact us at events@aanmc.org.





DATE: Saturday, NOVEMBER 8th
TIME: 4pm - 2am
LOCATION: SOHO STUDIOS, 2136 NW 1ST AVE, MIAMI
MIAMI'S INDEPENDENT FASHION SHOPPING EXPERIENCE AND RUNWAY SHOW! FASHION ART BEATS DRINKS BOOKS FILM BE SEEN! SHOP THE CITY'S TOP MENS & WOMENS FASHION DESIGNERS & BOUTIQUES UNDER ONE ROOF!

SHOP // Top 100 Emerging fashion designers and boutiques

CHILL // Kick back with Design within Reach habitat
READ // BASE BOOKS curate fashion, art and design titles to take home

SIP // Hosted cocktails & Asahi - the finest on refreshment on the planet

ABSORB // Miami Modern Luxury ART show

SNEAK // Get your socks off with our skate shop's sneakers and boards

LISTEN // Laid back beats programmed by Native Miami DJ's Johnny The Boy, Ryan Evans, Black Jesus

PARTY // Live performance by Modernage, Miami's Indie Rock band

WATCH// KRELwear, Art of Shade, Nazly Villamizar, Lorie Lester Miami, Rucht D’ Oleo on the runway

ADMIRE// Hair & Makeup Stylin’ by Honeydoo Salon & Spa

TICKETS $15 when purchased in advance



"Home to a youthful collection of professionals Badrutt’s Place is perfectly situated in the vibrant international financial district that is Brickell. The lounge reflects high-end luxury and comfort fully illuminated by an ever-evolving spectrum of colors, further enriched by sounds that echo the pulse of the world through its state-of-the-art sound system. Unlike any other, high class and style come hand-in-hand at Badrutt’s Place.

"True beauty has finally come to Brickell. We welcome you…"






Are you on the list? New Times & Gryphon is giving you and your friends FREE ADMISSION and OPEN Three Olives vodka bar from 11pm-1am on Friday, November 21. DJ Roland Spinning.
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JOE'S TIKI BAR & GRILL Invites you to celebrate Halloween this Friday October 31st @ Rickenbacker Marina!! Come by land or sea to enjoy the best view of Miami's Skyline. Join us for 2 for 1 beer specials, wine tasting & live music by Almost Blue. Don't forget to ask for our world famous Conch Fritters or try our Tiki Torch Shirmp & Wings.

Joe's Tiki Bar & Grill
(305)361-1355
3301 Rickenbacker Marina
Key Biscayne, FL
www.joestikibar.com







Miami’s popular Andu Restaurant & Lounge is hosting a spooktacular Halloween party on Friday, October 31. Come in your best costume to eat, drink and dance the night away with our Haunted Happy Hour from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., $25 Spider Bones dinner from 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m., and a Spooky Dance from 11:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m. Reservations recommended. 141 SW 7th Street, Brickell 786-871-7005 www.andurestaurant.com




EL CARAJO INTERNATIONAL TAPAS and WINES on 17th Avenue off US-1 might be inside the Citgo Station, but they are WORLD FAMOUS! Just read NY TIMES' Best Selling Author James Grippando's book "Last Call" (Chapter 25).......or COME IN for their Wine Tasting Nights, Fridays and Saturdays, 5pm-7pm, and let the ambiance & decor take you back to the Old Country. They have the Largest Selection of Rare and Fine Wines. And they were Voted BEST TAPAS (Best of Miami, New Times). Try their Made Fresh Daily PAELLA-TO-GO Lunch Special for only $8.00. Whatever you do, this place is a must see! 2564 SW 17th Avenue, Miami, (Inside the Citgo Station). 305-856-2424. www.elcarajointernationaltapasandwines.com






A Night of MUSIC at The Vagabond featuring additional sounds by LOLO, Wednesday October 29th at 8pm-12am. Enjoy complimentary wine and beer! Click here for tickets and more info. 305-695-8200




THE BEST HALLOWEEN PARTY…EVER!!!!!! GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR NIGHTMARE HALLOWEEN BASH! DO NOT MISS Miamis Hottest Halloween party - Music by DJ PARANTULA featuring SATZ, CATO K, along with The Culture Stage DJs: HYDRALUX, MERLYN, SUPERNAUT, WENDEL, SHADE, and LAURA D. Catch aerial entertainment presented by ANIMATE OBJECTS PHYSICAL THEATER. Dont forget to dress up for The SEXY COSTUME CONTEST featuring prizes from 42Below Vodka, Crunch Fitness, and The Miami Herald.

Save $5 with code MNTHB $15 Regular Admission/$35 VIP Admission* - (Regular price: $20 advance Regular Admission/$40 advance VIP Admission). Doors open at 10PM: SoHo Studios Miami, 2136 NW 1ST AVE, Friday 10/31

(admission to the haunted house NOT included in Halloween Bash tickets!) *VIP Admission includes access to the VIP lounge area all night and open bar in the VIP lounge area from 10PM-12Midnight.

Call 888.695.0888 or visit www.nightmaremiami.com/bash




The Seminole Tribe of South Florida presents THE 2nd ANNUAL NATIVE AMERICAN MUSIC & BLUES FESTIVAL - November 2nd 10am-10pm at Paradise Live in the Seminole Paradise located at he Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Native American Art, Crafts, Jewelry, Live Music and More! Featuring: The Native American All Star Jam IV - Grammy winners and Multi-Native American Music Award Winners BILL MILLER, MICKI FREE & JON BRANT formerly of "Cheap Trick", Native American Music Award Winners: Keith Secola, Martha Redbone and Derek Miller, Cherokee Rising Star Shea, Levi and the Plateros and the harmonica player extrodinaire Terrt6 Tsotigh - Special Guests Mitch Ryder and The Detroit Wheels. Renegade will be serving Native American Food and for the First Time Ever...Performances by The 2008 Seminole Star Search Grand Prize Winners - Paula Bowers-Sanchez, David Billy and "Hank" Nelson Jr. Tickets on sale at Ticketmaster abd available at door day of the show. $20 GA/$100 Booth. Click here for more info.





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Win tickets to New Times Iron Fork 2008 Annual Iron Fork presented by Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association! Iron Fork will be held on October 30th at the Miami Science Museum from 6pm-10pm. Iron Fork event will showcase some of Miami's most popular chefs as they face off in a head-to-head cooking competition that will be judged by local area celebrities.


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