Just a quick reminder to stop by the Wine Warehouse tomorrow night (Wednesday) located at 1301 E. Oakland Park Blvd. from 6 - 8pm for a meet & greet with Chef Carlos. Ten dollars gets you a teeshirt, wine tastings and nibbles prepared by Carlos. No need to sign up...just show up. This will be a fun chance to chat with Carlos one on one.
We also have limited space still available for the wine dinner at Hi-Life Cafe on Thursday May 14th and Carlos' first cooking class on May 20th. Lastly, mark your calendars for June 3rd for our next wine dinner. Details will be sent next week. Hope to see you tomorrow night!
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
MEMBER PRESALE: Brian Stokes Mitchell and The Harder They Come
The Harder They Come
Begins August 29
Knight Concert Hall
Come see the reggae event of the year! In this hard-driving, irresistible musical celebration, young singer Ivan Martin heads to Kingston with dreams of becoming a reggae star, but a corrupt and drug-fueled music industry drives him into a fast and furious life as Jamaica's most-wanted outlaw and most-celebrated underground star.
Accompanied by a killer band of outstanding reggae musicians, the cast performs all the classic songs from the film soundtrack, including "By The Rivers of Babylon," the title song, and the unforgettable global phenomenon, "You Can Get It If You Really Want."
CLICK HERE
and enter promo code HARDER to order your tickets today or call the box office at 305.949.6722. Member Presale ends May 18.
Brian Stokes Mitchell
December 12 @ 8 PM
Knight Concert Hall
Dubbed "The Last Leading Man" by The New York Times, Brian Stokes Mitchell is the quintessential musical theater performer, yet his work on the big and small screens as well as in concert halls around the country has been equally acclaimed. In fact, in the past few years Stokes' shows as a solo vocalist have been praised by critics nationwide with sold-out performances.
Don't miss his musical versatility and thrilling voice — an instrument The New York Times says "rumbles out of him like thunder underlined by drum rolls!"
CLICK HERE
and enter promo code STOKES to order your tickets today or call the box office at 305.949.6722. Member Presale ends May 18.
ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER SPONSOR:
Our Partner in the Arts: The Miami Herald
Begins August 29
Knight Concert Hall
Come see the reggae event of the year! In this hard-driving, irresistible musical celebration, young singer Ivan Martin heads to Kingston with dreams of becoming a reggae star, but a corrupt and drug-fueled music industry drives him into a fast and furious life as Jamaica's most-wanted outlaw and most-celebrated underground star.
Accompanied by a killer band of outstanding reggae musicians, the cast performs all the classic songs from the film soundtrack, including "By The Rivers of Babylon," the title song, and the unforgettable global phenomenon, "You Can Get It If You Really Want."
CLICK HERE
and enter promo code HARDER to order your tickets today or call the box office at 305.949.6722. Member Presale ends May 18.
Brian Stokes Mitchell
December 12 @ 8 PM
Knight Concert Hall
Dubbed "The Last Leading Man" by The New York Times, Brian Stokes Mitchell is the quintessential musical theater performer, yet his work on the big and small screens as well as in concert halls around the country has been equally acclaimed. In fact, in the past few years Stokes' shows as a solo vocalist have been praised by critics nationwide with sold-out performances.
Don't miss his musical versatility and thrilling voice — an instrument The New York Times says "rumbles out of him like thunder underlined by drum rolls!"
CLICK HERE
and enter promo code STOKES to order your tickets today or call the box office at 305.949.6722. Member Presale ends May 18.
ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER SPONSOR:
Our Partner in the Arts: The Miami Herald
Vizcaya
SAVE THE DATE: May 21, 2009, 8:00 PM
To my family, friends and business colleagues,
I am pleased to announce the premier airing of Vizcaya, on WPBT, channel 2.
I had the distinct pleasure to work with award winning producer and author Linda Corley on this production. It was an extraordinary learning and fun experience to work with Linda, the videographers, editors and the support staff at WPBT2. I urge everybody to support our local PBS station so we can continue to receive quality programming like Vizcaya. Enjoy!
To my family, friends and business colleagues,
I am pleased to announce the premier airing of Vizcaya, on WPBT, channel 2.
I had the distinct pleasure to work with award winning producer and author Linda Corley on this production. It was an extraordinary learning and fun experience to work with Linda, the videographers, editors and the support staff at WPBT2. I urge everybody to support our local PBS station so we can continue to receive quality programming like Vizcaya. Enjoy!
Election Day in North Miami Tomorrow...
Today is Election Day in North Miami, one of our largest and most Democratic cities in Dade County! Tell all North Miami voters you know!
If you have the time, please come and VOLUNTEER at the polls for our Local Democrats...anytime today between 7AM & 7PM.
Democrats for Mayor:
DEC Member - Councilman Jacques Despinosse - Call Liz Judd @ 305-205-4439
DEC Member - Activist Beverly Hilton - Call Beverly @ 786-553-8555
DEC Member (pending) - Attorney Andre Pierre - Call 305-398-9650
City Clerk Frank Wolland
Democrats for City Clerk:
DEC Member - Alix Desulme - www.alixdesulme.com or Call 305-685-1616
Carol Prager
Democrats for District #2:
DEC Member - Engineer/Teacher Claudio Sanchez - Call 305-893-4688
Councilman Michael Blynn - Call 305-893-5821
Activist Bonnie Schwartzbaum - Call 305-895-2511
Democrats for District #3:
Pastor Luna Marchand
Frmr. Police Officer/Small Business Owner Jean Marcellus
Want to attend the 2009 Florida Democratic Party State Convention?
The 2009 Florida Democratic Party Conference applications on online at our website homepage @ www.miamidadedemocrats.com
Please fill out and mail registration fee of $35 to DEC office by Noon JULY 20th!
Address: 1200 NW 78th Ave #214 Doral, FL 33126
Don't forget to check to the calendar and the blogs regularly!
Chairman BJ
If you have the time, please come and VOLUNTEER at the polls for our Local Democrats...anytime today between 7AM & 7PM.
Democrats for Mayor:
DEC Member - Councilman Jacques Despinosse - Call Liz Judd @ 305-205-4439
DEC Member - Activist Beverly Hilton - Call Beverly @ 786-553-8555
DEC Member (pending) - Attorney Andre Pierre - Call 305-398-9650
City Clerk Frank Wolland
Democrats for City Clerk:
DEC Member - Alix Desulme - www.alixdesulme.com or Call 305-685-1616
Carol Prager
Democrats for District #2:
DEC Member - Engineer/Teacher Claudio Sanchez - Call 305-893-4688
Councilman Michael Blynn - Call 305-893-5821
Activist Bonnie Schwartzbaum - Call 305-895-2511
Democrats for District #3:
Pastor Luna Marchand
Frmr. Police Officer/Small Business Owner Jean Marcellus
Want to attend the 2009 Florida Democratic Party State Convention?
The 2009 Florida Democratic Party Conference applications on online at our website homepage @ www.miamidadedemocrats.com
Please fill out and mail registration fee of $35 to DEC office by Noon JULY 20th!
Address: 1200 NW 78th Ave #214 Doral, FL 33126
Don't forget to check to the calendar and the blogs regularly!
Chairman BJ
Casting Calls
Casting Call: HGTV is casting homeowners in the Los Angeles area for its Over Your Head series. If you have attempted a do-it-yourself home project and now are in "over your head" and need help, Eric Stromer, host of the series and his professional crew will come finish the job. To apply, visit www.overyourhead.tv or call LMNO Productions at (818) 380-8019.
What's Up with South Florida? Vote today!
What's Up with South Florida?
In our regular segment on WLRN Radio's Under the Sun, you ask us a question about something bizarre, quirky or just plain confusing here in South Florida. We answer it on the air.
This time we asked for literary-themed questions because in our next episode, airing in June, we'll explore South Florida's literary terrain-our poetry, prose, and zany Florida noir. We'll feature some of the region's best known writers, along with voices you've probably never heard before.
We're down to three nominations, and now the decision is in your hands.
1.
What's up with ... the dozens of six-toed cats living in the Key West home of American novelist Ernest Hemingway?
photo: Hemingway Museum
2.
What's up with ... the eerily life-like statue of Marjory Stoneman Douglas at Fairchild Tropical Garden?
photo: Howard Schneider
3.
What's up with ... the "Inglish Gratis" sign displayed at Hialeah Senior High School?
photo: Thomas Loewy
Votes are due Wednesday, May 13th.
How to vote:
Reply or email us at web at WLRNunderthesun.org with your preferred choice (#1, #2 or #3) in the subject line.
Stay tuned,
The Under the Sun team
About Under the Sun on WLRN
Under the Sun is a new series of public radio specials that tell the stories of South Florida. The program airs on WLRN 91.3 FM in South Florida (WKWM 91.5 FM in the Keys) and reflects the many perspectives, accents, passions, and sounds of this region. Under the Sun is a co-production of WLRN Radio and ZG Public Media. To learn more, visit www.wlrnunderthesun.org.
In our regular segment on WLRN Radio's Under the Sun, you ask us a question about something bizarre, quirky or just plain confusing here in South Florida. We answer it on the air.
This time we asked for literary-themed questions because in our next episode, airing in June, we'll explore South Florida's literary terrain-our poetry, prose, and zany Florida noir. We'll feature some of the region's best known writers, along with voices you've probably never heard before.
We're down to three nominations, and now the decision is in your hands.
1.
What's up with ... the dozens of six-toed cats living in the Key West home of American novelist Ernest Hemingway?
photo: Hemingway Museum
2.
What's up with ... the eerily life-like statue of Marjory Stoneman Douglas at Fairchild Tropical Garden?
photo: Howard Schneider
3.
What's up with ... the "Inglish Gratis" sign displayed at Hialeah Senior High School?
photo: Thomas Loewy
Votes are due Wednesday, May 13th.
How to vote:
Reply or email us at web at WLRNunderthesun.org with your preferred choice (#1, #2 or #3) in the subject line.
Stay tuned,
The Under the Sun team
About Under the Sun on WLRN
Under the Sun is a new series of public radio specials that tell the stories of South Florida. The program airs on WLRN 91.3 FM in South Florida (WKWM 91.5 FM in the Keys) and reflects the many perspectives, accents, passions, and sounds of this region. Under the Sun is a co-production of WLRN Radio and ZG Public Media. To learn more, visit www.wlrnunderthesun.org.
THE POWER OF PURSE LUNCHEON SPOTLIGHTS THE PHILANTHROPY OF SOUTH FLORIDA WOMEN DESPITE ECONOMIC DOWNTURN
For Immediate Release
THE POWER OF PURSE LUNCHEON SPOTLIGHTS THE PHILANTHROPY OF SOUTH FLORIDA WOMEN DESPITE ECONOMIC DOWNTURN
Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade Convenes Community and Business Leaders Committed to Improving the Lives of Women and Girls
(Miami, FL) May 12, 2009 — The Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade's (WFMD) 13th Annual Luncheon held on Friday, April 24, 2009 was a testament to the power of philanthropy among women in South Florida in the face of the global economic crisis. Business leaders, elected officials, and philanthropists came together to support Women’s Fund and celebrate the “Power of the Purse: Part III”.
Attendees heard success stories from recipients of Women’s Fund grants, bid on designer purses in a silent auction of over 90 bags from Michael Kors, Tory Burch, Calvin Klein, Givenchy and others. The Women's Fund’s new Chief Executive Officer Debi M. Harris issued a challenge to act locally and engage in the Miami community by investing in women.
“We know that when a woman has economic security, her family has economic security and her life, the life of her children and her financial situation is greatly improved, empowering her,” said Harris, “In the coming months, you will see Women’s Fund take on a louder and stronger voice in this community to ensure economic security for our women and girls.”
The luncheon featured presentations from women whose lives have been positively changed by programs started with funding from Women’s Fund. Rachel Johnson of Casa Valentina, among others, shared how their lives have been dramatically improved because of support they received from community programs fostered by grants from Women’s Fund.
Rachel Johnson, who lived in twenty-two foster homes by her eighteenth birthday, told luncheon guests how she has been empowered by Women’s Fund grantee partner Casa Valentina. “They helped me with school, work, saving money, working through personal issues, and planning for the future,” said Johnson.
This year’s major sponsors included: Mentor Sponsor, Baptist Health South Florida and Advocate Sponsors, Florida Power and Light, Macy’s, Carlo & Micol Schejola Foundation, and The Ethel and W. George Kennedy Family Foundation.
Proceeds from the luncheon benefit Women’s Fund’s grant making, advocacy and community-building efforts addressing unmet needs of women and girls in Miami-Dade County. Photos are available by email or on the Women's Fund of Miami-Dade at www.womensfundmiami.org. Please contact Beth Degi, beth@womensfundmiami.org for more information.
Women's Fund of Miami-Dade was founded in 1993 to fill the enormous funding gap that exists for programs addressing the unmet needs of women and girls. Since then, the Women’s Fund has supported, through money raised from local donors, over 350 local projects. Women's Fund’s grantmaking, advocacy and assistance to innovative gender-specific projects in Miami are creating social change that will have a lasting impact on the entire community. It is investing nearly $400,000 in grants to local projects this year. For more information, please visit www.womensfundimami.org.
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THE POWER OF PURSE LUNCHEON SPOTLIGHTS THE PHILANTHROPY OF SOUTH FLORIDA WOMEN DESPITE ECONOMIC DOWNTURN
Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade Convenes Community and Business Leaders Committed to Improving the Lives of Women and Girls
(Miami, FL) May 12, 2009 — The Women’s Fund of Miami-Dade's (WFMD) 13th Annual Luncheon held on Friday, April 24, 2009 was a testament to the power of philanthropy among women in South Florida in the face of the global economic crisis. Business leaders, elected officials, and philanthropists came together to support Women’s Fund and celebrate the “Power of the Purse: Part III”.
Attendees heard success stories from recipients of Women’s Fund grants, bid on designer purses in a silent auction of over 90 bags from Michael Kors, Tory Burch, Calvin Klein, Givenchy and others. The Women's Fund’s new Chief Executive Officer Debi M. Harris issued a challenge to act locally and engage in the Miami community by investing in women.
“We know that when a woman has economic security, her family has economic security and her life, the life of her children and her financial situation is greatly improved, empowering her,” said Harris, “In the coming months, you will see Women’s Fund take on a louder and stronger voice in this community to ensure economic security for our women and girls.”
The luncheon featured presentations from women whose lives have been positively changed by programs started with funding from Women’s Fund. Rachel Johnson of Casa Valentina, among others, shared how their lives have been dramatically improved because of support they received from community programs fostered by grants from Women’s Fund.
Rachel Johnson, who lived in twenty-two foster homes by her eighteenth birthday, told luncheon guests how she has been empowered by Women’s Fund grantee partner Casa Valentina. “They helped me with school, work, saving money, working through personal issues, and planning for the future,” said Johnson.
This year’s major sponsors included: Mentor Sponsor, Baptist Health South Florida and Advocate Sponsors, Florida Power and Light, Macy’s, Carlo & Micol Schejola Foundation, and The Ethel and W. George Kennedy Family Foundation.
Proceeds from the luncheon benefit Women’s Fund’s grant making, advocacy and community-building efforts addressing unmet needs of women and girls in Miami-Dade County. Photos are available by email or on the Women's Fund of Miami-Dade at www.womensfundmiami.org. Please contact Beth Degi, beth@womensfundmiami.org for more information.
Women's Fund of Miami-Dade was founded in 1993 to fill the enormous funding gap that exists for programs addressing the unmet needs of women and girls. Since then, the Women’s Fund has supported, through money raised from local donors, over 350 local projects. Women's Fund’s grantmaking, advocacy and assistance to innovative gender-specific projects in Miami are creating social change that will have a lasting impact on the entire community. It is investing nearly $400,000 in grants to local projects this year. For more information, please visit www.womensfundimami.org.
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