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Be a Voice, Take the Lead
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The Voices for Children Foundation VIP Gala |
The Voices for
Children Foundation has two primary goals: making sure every
abused or neglected child in
Miami-Dade
County
is properly represented by a court-appointed guardian ad litem,
and seeing that those children have the financial assistance and
resources they need to be healthy and educated. The Voices for
Children Foundation will hold the Be a Voice, Take the Lead Gala
— its VIP fundraiser — at the Mandarin Oriental in
Miami
on Saturday, Feb. 23, at 7:30 p.m. If past years are a guide,
the gala will attract 500 influential members of the South
Florida community. Tickets are $500; tables are $5,000 each. For
more information, call 305-324-5678 or visit www.voices4.org.
Polonaise Ball
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Relive the elegance and splendor of Poland’s
rich past at the 36th Annual International
Polonaise Ball. |
Blanka
Rosentiel had two goals when she founded the American Institute
of Polish Culture in 1972. One was to acknowledge Poland’s
contribution to Western civilization. The other was to create a
center of educational facilities and resources to encourage
Americans of Polish descent to pursue scientific endeavors. More
than three decades later, the American Institute of Polish
Culture is still going strong and celebrating with elaborate
galas. The institute will celebrate the 36th Annual
International Polonaise Ball Black-Tie Gala at Surf Club in
Surfside on Saturday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. For more information,
call 305-864-2349 or visit www.ampolinstitute.org.
Vizcayan’s 51st Annual Legendary Ball
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Vizcaya Museum and Gardens lights up for
its annual legendary ball. |
Vizcaya Museum
and Gardens, a national landmark at 3251 S. Miami Ave. in Miami,
was built in 1916 by agricultural industrialist James Deering.
The county now owns the historic building and its 10 acres of
formal gardens, but maintenance and upkeep falls to The
Vizcayans, a nonprofit organization that raises funds for the
facility and counts as members some of South Florida’s elite.
The Vizcayans’ 51st Annual Legendary Ball will be held at the
picturesque historical site on Saturday, Nov. 17. The evening
begins with cocktails and a silent auction at 7 p.m., followed
by dinner and dancing at 8:30 p.m. Tickets range from $600 to
$2,500 per person; tables for 10 range from $6,000 to $25,000.
For more information, call
305-856-4866 or
visit
www.vizcayamuseum.org.
Love and Hope Ball
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Linda and Barry Gibb at last year’s Diabetes
Research Foundation’s Love and Hope Ball. |
The Diabetes
Research Institute Foundation is dedicated to raising funds for
the Diabetes Research Institute at the University of Miami’s
Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine. Its aim: to transplant
insulin-producing cells into those afflicted with diabetes and
eliminate the need for insulin. Toward that end, the foundation
has hosted some of the most exclusive balls, galas and events in
South
Florida.
At the top of the list is the Love and Hope Ball, an event so
sought-after that there is even a Love and Hope Preview Party.
The Love and Hope Preview Party takes place at
6:30 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 15, at Diplomat Country Club in
Hallandale
Beach.
The minimum cost for admission is a $250 donation. The Love and
Hope Ball itself will be held on Saturday, Feb. 16, at
6:30 p.m., at
the
Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood.
The event will be hosted by longtime supporter Sonja Zuckerman,
Barry and Linda Gibb, Sandra and Sid Levy, and Kathy Simkins and
Clive Warwick. Tickets are $500. For information, call
954-964-4040 or visit www.diabetesresearch.org.
NOVEMBER
THURSDAY 8
Women’s Leadership NetWeaving: A pay-it-forward sort of networking organized by Miami Herald
columnist Cindy Krishner Goodman.
5:30 p.m. United Way of Miami-Dade,
3250 S.W. Third Ave., Miami. RSVP, 305-646-7001.
www.unitedwaymiami.org.
The International Kids Fund Latin American Art Auction: Proceeds benefit The International Kids Fund
at Holtz Children’s Hospital, a program of the Jackson Memorial
Foundation that provides medical care for needy children in
Latin America and the Caribbean who suffer from life-threatening
illnesses. 7 to 10 p.m. $75 to $100. Cisneros Fontanals Art
Foundation,
1018 N. Miami Ave.,
Miami. 305-585-1134.
www.internationalkidsfund.org.
FRIDAY 9
Bal
Harbour Shops’ 34th Annual Fashion Show Luncheon:
Event includes cocktails, pastries, award ceremony and fashion
show. Proceeds benefit Project: New Born.
10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
$125 to $175. InterContinental Hotel, 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami.
305-861-2262.
Big Band Breeze:
Proceeds benefit children’s services at
Homestead
Hospital. Silent auction,
6:30 p.m.; dinner,
7:30 p.m. $185 to $5,000. Homestead-Miami
Speedway Infield, One Speedway Blvd., Homestead. 786-243-8112.
www.pineapplegala.com.
SATURDAY 10
Here’s the Deal Casino Night:
Event includes casino tables, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle
and a Texas Hold ’Em Tournament. Proceeds to benefit the
Make-A-Wish Foundation of South Florida. $100. Vasari Country
Club, 11250 Via De Vasari Drive, Bonita Springs. 239-992-9474.
www.sfla.wish.org.
30th
Anniversary of the Chopin Foundation:
Cocktails,
6
p.m.; concert,
7 p.m.; dinner and dancing,
8:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. $150. The Grand Ballroom at Surf Club, 9011 Collins Ave.,
Surfside. 305-868-0624.
www.chopin.org.
The 13th Annual InterContinental Make-A-Wish Ball:
Sharon Stone will be the celebrity
auctioneer. Natalie Cole will perform. Other celebrity guests
include Rebecca Gayheart, Eric Dane and Jack Nicholson.
7
p.m. $500. InterContinental Hotel, 100 Chopin Plaza,
Miami.
954-967-9474, ext. 318. www.sfla.wish.org.
Universal
Truth
Center for Better Living 25th Anniversary Gala:
A black-tie dinner and gala featuring Rev. Dr. Michael Beckwith.
Jazz vocalist Nicole Henry will provide entertainment. 7 p.m. to
12 a.m. Children under 12, $75; adults, $150. Westin Diplomat
Resort & Spa, 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach.
305-624-4991.
www.utruthcenter.org.
Film Recording and Entertainment Council Star Gala:
Includes
award ceremony and VIP reception with live entertainment for
honorees and celebrities. Proceeds benefit the Film Recording
and Entertainment Council, a nonprofit corporation dedicated to
supporting the local production industry.
7 p.m. $225.
James L. Knight International Center, Ashe Auditorium,
400 S.E.
Second Ave., Miami. 786-234-7697.
www.stargala.org.
SUNDAY 11
19th
Annual Great Chefs’ Tasting Party:
Gourmet food, live entertainment and a silent auction.
Proceeds to benefit United Cerebral Palsy of South Florida. $75
in advance; $85 at the door. The Colony
Palm Beach,
155 Hammon Ave., Palm Beach. 561-357-7779 ext. 15.
www.ucpsouthflorida.org.
MONDAY 12
6th
Annual Diabetes Research Institute Harold Kart Golf Classic:
An 18-hole tournament that includes a cocktail reception, awards
dinner and live auction. Proceeds to benefit the Diabetes
Research Institute Foundation. Boca West Country Club, 20583
Boca West Drive, Boca Raton. 954-964-4040.
www.diabetesresearch.org.
TUESDAY 13
Ambassadors of the
Wien
Center Luncheon: For members of the Emerald Society,
Ambassadors of the Wein Center of Mount Sinai Medical Center.
11
a.m. to 2 p.m.
Neiman
Marcus Bal Harbour, 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour.
305-674-2777.
www.msmcfoundation.org.
Young Founders New Membership Event:
Benefits
Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation.
6 to 8 p.m. Prima Pasta,
414 71st St., Miami Beach. 305-674-2777. www.msmcfoundation.org.
WEDNESDAY 14
Pledging Luncheon for the Unicorn Foundation:
Pledge to the nonprofit organization dedicated to education,
awareness and research on behalf of children with learning and
communication disorders. 3 p.m. Ritz-Carlton Palm Beach Plaza,
room two, 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan. 561-620-9377.
www.unicornchildrensfoundation.com.
Nordstrom Gala Committee Kickoff Cocktail Reception: Proceeds will benefit the Miami Project to
Cure Paralysis.
Lois
Pope LIFE Center, 1095 N.W. 14th Terrace,
Miami. 305-243-4656.
Monthly Founders Dinner: Invitation only buffet dinner at the May Visitors Center with
guest speaker Joe Oglesby, Editorial Page editor of
The Miami Herald, talking about “An Inside Look at How
The Miami Herald
Decides What You Should Think!” Plus, a special Love in Bloom
art exhibit by Leni.
6
p.m. Douglas Gardens Campus at the Miami Jewish Home for the
Aged, 5200 N.E.
Second Ave.,
Miami. Call Norma Orovitz at 305-762-1396. www.douglasgadens.com.
Fashion for
Friends:
Fashion show by Carlos Arturo Zapata, live music from Nazareno
Andorno. Benefits Friends of the Orphans and the Nos Petits
Frères et Soeurs orphanage in Haiti. 7 to 11 p.m. $100 donation.
Ancient Spanish Monastery, 16711 W. Dixie Highway, North Miami
Beach. 305-595-0025.
www.friendsoftheorphans.org.
Gourmet Chef’s Dinner:
An evening of exquisite cuisine paired with fine wines. 7 p.m.
$80. RSVP Nov. 9. The Surf Club, 9011 Collins Ave., Surfside.
305-866-2481, ext. 162.
2007 Philanthropy Awards Luncheon: Philanthropists will be honored at the 2007 Philanthropy Awards
Luncheon hosted by the
Association of
Fundraising Professionals, the Dade Community
Foundation, Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce and Planned Giving
Council of Miami-Dade. Honorees: Swanee and Paul DiMare, José A.
Concepción, Adalberto Vara Jr. and Alvah and Betty Chapman.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$65. Hyatt Regency
Miami, 400 S.E. Second Ave., Miami. 305-992-7449.
www.afpnet.org.
THURSDAY 15
Golf Classic: Pre-party:
Bid on such items as vacations and golf
packages. Proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater
Miami. $5,000 to $20,000. Miccosukee Gaming & Resort,
500 S.W. 177th Ave., Miami. 305-644-0066 ext. 294.
www.wementor.org.
41st
Annual Queen of Hearts Luncheon.
Honoring Brenda Nestor Castellano. Proceeds benefit the
Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation. Reception,
11
a.m.; fashion show and luncheon,
12 p.m. $125 to $150. Indian Creek Country Club,
55 Indian Creek Island Road, Miami Beach.
786-268-1830. www.mchf.org.
Young Leaders Luncheon with Leaders: Featuring Peggy Hollander, managing director of The Succession
Group.
12 p.m.
United Way of Miami-Dade,
3250 S.W. Third Ave.,
Miami. 305-646-7001. www.unitedwaymiami.org.
Love and Hope Preview Party:
6:30 p.m.
$250 donation. Diplomat Country Club,
501 Diplomat Parkway, Hallandale. 954-964-4040.
www.diabetesresearch.org.
FRIDAY 16
Golf Classic Tournament:
Proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of
Greater Miami.
8 a.m.
$5,000 to $20,000. Miccosukee Gaming & Resort,
500 S.W. 177th Ave.,
Miami. 305-644-0066, ext. 294.
www.wementor.org.
The Jaguar Challenge:
Golf tournament hosted by Eduardo Durazo Aleman. Proceeds
benefit The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis.
11:30 a.m.
$2,000. Miami Beach Golf Course, 2301 Alton Road, Miami Beach.
305-448-1690.
www.thebuonicontifund.com.
2nd
Annual Dinner Party Fundraiser: Proceeds benefit Soulfrito Arts Foundation. 6 p.m. $25
donation. Cielo Garden and Supper Club, 3390 Mary St., Miami.
305-371-2431.
www.soulfrito.net.
10th Annual Mayor’s Ball:
Hosted by Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Alvarez aboard Carnival
Cruise Lines’ Freedom. Proceeds benefit United Way of
Miami-Dade and Camillus House. 3 p.m. $750 to $10,000.
305-646-7011. www.unitedwaymiami.org. Through Nov. 17.
An Evening of Art:
Includes cocktails and a private art sale. Proceeds go to MAC
town Inc., a nonprofit group serving developmentally disabled
adults. 6 to 9 p.m. miArte Gallery, 85 Merrick Way, Coral
Gables. 305-758-4485 ext. 2241. www.mactown.org.
Casablanca: Miami Magic:
Three-course dinner honoring
Ella Fontanals-Cisneros, Max Mayfield and Andreas G. Tzakis.
Features guest emcee Ashley White and the “Alex Rodriguez
baseball experience.” Proceeds benefit The Junior League. 7 p.m.
$225 to $2,000. Rick’s Café at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200
Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables. 305-443-0160.
www.jlmiami.org.
SATURDAY 17
7th
Annual Hasbro Toy Sale: Twenty percent of sales benefit Children’s Miracle Network
program at Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation. 8 a.m. JAS
Forwarding, 2750 N.W. 84th Ave., Miami. 786-268-1827.
www.mchf.org. Through tomorrow.
Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation Society Gala: For Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation
members only. 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. Mandarin Oriental, 500 Brickell
Key, Miami. 305-674-2777. www.msmcfoundation.org.
The Vizcayan Legendary Ball:
Proceeds to benefit Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. 7:30 p.m.
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, 3251 S. Miami Ave., Miami.
305-856-4866. www.vizcayamuseum.org.
3rd
Annual Journey of Dreams Benefit: Parent to Parent of Miami acknowledges and recognizes
supporters who have contributed to the foundation. Proceeds
benefit Parent to Parent of Miami. 6:30 p.m. JW Marriott Hotel,
1109 Brickell Ave., Miami. 305-271-9797 ext. 222.
www.ptopmiami.org.
Tropical Celebration:
Featuring Dr. Arthur Agatston and food stations for dinner will
feature foods from his popular book, The South Beach Diet,
Parties & Holidays Cookbook. Benefits
Florida Heart
Research Institute. 7:30 p.m. $150. Jungle Island,
Treetop Ballroom, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami.
305-674-3020, ext. 5823. www.floridaheart.org.
SUNDAY 18
Transplant Foundation’s 5K Miracle Walk/Run: Proceeds benefit Transplant Foundation, Inc. 8 to 11 a.m. Miami
MetroZoo, 12400 S.W. 152nd St. 305-817-5645.
www.transplantfoundation.org.
Fall Into Fashion:
A luncheon, silent auction, raffle and children’s fashion show
emceed by Ileana Bravo with special guest Dave Barry. Proceeds
to benefit Kids Hope United. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $125. Jungle
Island, Treetop Ballroom, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami.
786-573-9000. www.kidshopeunited.com.
Simon Evening of Giving at Dadeland Mall:
Includes shopping, dinning, silent auction and a fashion show.
Proceeds benefit local charities and The Simon Youth Foundation.
7:30 to 11 p.m. $35. Dadeland Mall, 7535 N. Kendall Drive,
Kendall.
305-665-6226.
TUESDAY 20
Season of Remembrance:
Includes carolers from St. Mark’s children’s choir, has a memory
tree for HospiceCare of Southeast Florida. From 10 a.m. to 8
p.m.; dedication at 6 p.m. Galleria Mall, East Sunrise Blvd.,
Ft. Lauderdale. 954-467-7423. www.hospicecareflorida.org Through
Dec. 23.
Fairchild Tropical Gardens Members Moonlight Tour: Featuring music and stargazing through
telescopes provided by the Southern Cross Astronomical Society.
7 to 9 p.m. Fairchild Tropical Gardens, 10901 Old Cutler Road,
Coral Gables. 305-667-1651. www.fairchildgarden.com.
MONDAY 26
Welcoming Dinner at the Surf Club: Benefits Angels of Villa Maria. 7 p.m. $50. Surf Club, 9011
Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-758-7086. RSVP by Nov. 21.
THURSDAY 29
Party in the Park:
Proceeds benefit the University of Miami’s Sylvester
Comprehensive Cancer Center. 7 p.m. $125 to $250. Village of
Merrick Park, 358 San Lorenzo Ave., Coral Gables. 305-243-9088.
Preview Gala for 21st Annual Festival of the Trees: Proceeds benefit scholarship fund for interior
design students at Florida International University. $50. One
Brickell Square, 801 Brickell Ave., Miami. 305-348-3181.
www.festivalofthetrees.net
FRIDAY 30
New Life Ministries
Charity Golf Tournament: Proceeds benefit NFM programs
for teenagers. 10 a.m. $100. Miccosukee Country Club, 6401
Kendale Lakes Dr., Kendall. 305-772-6258.
The Fundraiser:
Hosted by Lea and Roy Black, the red carpet reception includes a
film featuring Miami’s finest philanthropists, volunteers and
superstars. Proceeds benefit Bay Point School. 7 p.m. Gusman
Theater, 174 E. Flagler St., Miami. 305-371-6421.
5th
Annual Festival of Voices: Flamenco Madness Benefiting Voices
for Children Foundation:
Join 1,000 VIPs, politicians and community leaders drinking
cocktails in the garden and eating a great dinner with a
performance from dancers and musicians affiliated with the
Spanish Cristina Heeren Flamenco Foundation. 7 p.m. $200 to
$2,000. Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Island, Miami.
305-324-5678.
www.voices4.org.
DECEMBER
SATURDAY 1
Members Private Preview:
See Herzog & de Meuron’s progress on the Miami Art Museum.
Coffee and doughnuts will be served. 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Miami
Art Museum, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami.
www.miamiartmuseum.org. 305-375-1709.
11th Annual Miami Best Buddies Miami Gala:
A Brazilian-themed event that includes a gourmet dinner, live
and silent auctions, entertainment and dancing. Proceeds benefit
Best Buddies. Invitation only. 6:30 p.m. Bicentennial Park, 1075
Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 800-892-8339. www.bestbuddies.org.
The Largest Office Party in Town:
Thrown by Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, proceeds benefit the A
Toy for Every Child Project. $100 to $1,375. Miami Seaquarium,
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne. 305-644-8888.
Wish Upon a Star:
Music by the Galaxy Orchestra. Invitation only. Proceeds benefit
The Marian Center Auxiliary. Cocktail reception and silent
auction, 7 p.m.; dinner and dancing, 8:30 p.m. The Surf Club,
9011 Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-625-8354.
www.mariancenterschool.org.
SUNDAY 2
Brunch for the Animals:
Proceeds benefit The Humane Society of Greater Miami
Adopt-A-Pet. 11 a.m. $100. The Surf Club, 9011 Collins Ave.,
Surfside. 305-749-1815.
Holiday Music at Fairchild Tropical Garden:
Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, 6 p.m.; concert, 7:30 p.m.
The Garden House at Fairchild Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler
Road, Coral Gables. 305-667-1651 ext. 3344.
www.fairchildgarden.com.
WEDNESDAY 5
Art Basel/Miami Beach VIP Opening Night & Exhibition Preview:
Limited to exhibitors and Art Basel VIPs. 8 p.m. Bass Museum of
Art, 2121 Park Ave., Miami Beach. 305-673-7530.
THURSDAY 6
Art Basel Party on the Plaza:
Invitation only to MAM contributing members. 7 to 10 p.m. Miami
Art Museum, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami. 305-375-1709.
www.miamiartmuseum.org.
FRIDAY 7
2nd Annual Holiday Gala: Doing Business in Paradise:
The Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce celebrates African-American
professionals and businesses in South Florida. Honorees: Tom
Joyner of Tom Joyner Morning Show, R. Donahue Peebles of The
Peebles Corporation and Yvette Miley, the vice president of news
for WTVJ/NBC 6. 6 p.m. $100 to $1,250. Sheraton Mart Plaza, 711
N.W. 72nd Ave., Miami. 305-751-8648.
www.m-dcc.org.
Broward Wishmakers Exclusive
Black/White
Party:
Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida. $15
to $20. Voodoo Lounge, 111 S.W. Second Ave., Ft. Lauderdale.
954-967-9474, ext. 320.
www.sfla.wish.org.
Noche Tropical:
A
black-tie gala featuring Bobby Rodriguez Latin Orchestra,
dinner, wine and dancing. Benefits Light of the World Clinic.
$125. Seminole
Hard
Rock Hotel & Casino, One Seminole Way,
Hollywood.
954-527-0627.
www.lightoftheworldcharities.com.
SATURDAY 8
Lanson Champagne Winterfest Black Tie Ball:
Includes a movie-themed JM Lexus welcome reception and a silent
auction. Proceeds benefit Winterfest, Inc., a cultural arts
organization. $200 to $3,500. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino,
One Seminole Way, Hollywood. 954-767-0686.
www.winterfestparade.com.
Andy Roddick 7th Annual Charity Weekend:
Event includes a silent auction, open bar and hors d’oeuvres and
dancing. Benefits the Sun-Sentinel Children’s Fund, Kids
in Distress, Deliver the Dream and a Safe haven for Newborns.
Broken Sound Country Club, 2402 Willow Springs Drive, Boca
Raton. 561-620-9449.
Power of Ten: Miami Art Museum Ball 2007:
Cocktails, tickets and dancing. $600 to $1,000.
Bicentennial Park, 1075 Biscayne Blvd., Miami.
305-663-5307.
www.miamiartmuseum.org.
SUNDAY 9
MAM Museum Circle Trip to Boston:
Only for Miami Art Museum members who contributed $1,000 or
more. 305-375-1707.
www.miamiartmuseum.org.
Holiday Party:
Includes tree decoration, music, raffle and food. Transplant
Foundation members, free; nonmembers $15 to $20. Signature
Grand, 6900 E. State Road 84, Davie. 305-817-5645.
www.transplantfoundation.org.
SUNDAY 11
Endless Possibilities:
Executive Air
Services presents a showcase of the latest in
corporate jets, luxury vehicles, boats and endless other
possibilities to kickoff the Sailfish Cup. Hosted by Alan
Jackson. Proceeds benefit the Sabrina Cohen Foundation for Stem
Cell Research. 4 to 9 p.m. Opa Locka Executive Airport,
14201 N.W. 42nd Ave., Miami.
305-537-9213.
THURSDAY 13
Esperante Wine Tasting:
Invitation-only event hosted by Cushman & Wakefield and ING Real
Estate that includes wines courtesy of Premiere Beverage and a
silent auction. Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation of
Southern Florida. Esperante Office Building, 222 Lakeview Ave.,
West Palm Beach. 954-967-9474 ext. 312. www.sfla.wish.org.
FRIDAY 14
35th
Anniversary Celebration of the 1972 Perfect Season Miami
Dolphins:
Proceeds to benefit The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis. Prime
Blue Grille, 315 S. Biscayne Blvd., Miami. 305-243-4656.
SATURDAY 15
25th Annual Founders Gala:
Back to the Future: Celebrating Yesterday, Envisioning
Tomorrow. The black-tie event recognizes the inaugural class
of founders. Isabel May is gala chair and lead honoree. 7 p.m.
Miami Beach Resort & Spa, 4833 Collins Ave., Miami Beach.
305-762-1396.
www.douglasgardens.com.
THURSDAY 20
Fairchilds Palms Poppin’ with Lichtenstein: Invitation-only event with wine and hors d’oeuvers. Fairchild
Tropical Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables.
305-667-1651. www.fairchildgarden.com.
JANUARY
SATURDAY 12
Dancing with the Stars Gala!:
In honor of the Alzheimer's Care Committee NOTABLES of Miami
Jewish Home & Hospital at Douglas Garden. 7 p.m. Miami Beach
Resort & Spa, 4833 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 305-762-1371.
www.douglasgardens.com.
MONDAY 14
Pleasures of the Palate:
Includes gourmet dinner and wine auction. Proceeds benefit
Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. 6:30 p.m. $250. Emeril’s
Miami Beach, 1601 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. 954-964-4040.
www.diabetesresearch.org.
WEDNESDAY 16
Junior Auxiliary of Douglas Gardens Woman of
the Year Luncheon:
Celebrating Miami Jewish Home for the Aged at Douglas Garden’s
Woman of the Year Rosalind Jaffe and Humanitarian Award
Recipient Rita Gombinski. Including a raffle and silent auction.
Reception, 11 a.m.; luncheon, 12 p.m. Westview Country Club,
2601 N.W. 119th St., Miami. 305-762-1382. www.douglasgardens.com.
MONDAY 21
Fairchild Tropical Gardens Members Moonlight Tour: Featuring music and stargazing through
telescopes provided by the Southern Cross Astronomical Society.
7 to 9 p.m. Fairchild Tropical Gardens, 10901 Old Cutler Road,
Coral Gables. 305-667-1651. www.fairchildgarden.com.
FRIDAY 25
The Cancer Lifeline of Mount Sinai Medical Center Tender Care
and Love Fashion Show and Concert:
Fashion event and concert. 6 to 9 p.m. $150. Gulfstream Park,
901 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale. 305-674-2777.
www.msmcfoundation.org.
SATURDAY 26
Jackson Memorial Foundation Gala:
Proceeds benefit Jackson Memorial Hospital. More details to be
announced. Jackson Memorial Hospital, 1611 N.W. 12th Ave.,
Miami. 305-355-4999. www.jmf.org.
Mariners Hospital Bougainvillea Ball:
Proceeds benefit Baptists Health Foundation. Noon. Cheeca Lodge,
81801 Overseas Highway, Mile Marker 82, Islamorada.
305-434-1665.
MONDAY 28
DRI Golf and Tennis Classic:
Featuring a cocktail reception and awards dinner, plus live and
silent auctions. LaGorce Country Club, 5685 Alton Road, Miami
Beach. 954-964-4040. www.diabetesresearch.org.
WEDNESDAY 30
Members' Lecture and Wine and Cheese Reception: Featuring The Garden
at Night - a photographic journey by Linda Rutenberg.
6 to 8 p.m. Fairchild Tropical Garden, Visitor Center Ballroom,
10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables. 305-667-1651, ext. 3323.
www.fairchildgarden.com.
FEBRUARY
SATURDAY 2
36th
International Polonaise Ball Black Tie Gala: A tribute to Polish scientists is the theme
and Nobel Prize winners will be the guests. Proceeds benefit the
American Institute of Polish Culture.7 p.m. Surf Club, 9011
Collins Ave., Miami. 305-864-2349.
15th
Annual Gala in the Garden: Art & Flowers:
Co-chairs for this year’s black-tie fundraiser are Bunny Bastian
and Teresa Buoniconti. Proceeds to support conservation work at
Fairchild Tropical Garden. 6:30 p.m. $600. Fairchild Tropical
Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables. 305-667-1651, ext.
3323. www.fairchildgarden.com.
5th
Annual Taste of Love: Over 20 restaurants and wineries will participate to benefit the
Transplant Foundation that also includes auctions and
entertainment. $100 in advance; $125 at the door. Jungle Island,
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami. 305-817-5645.
www.transplantfoundation.org.
SUNDAY 3
Tribute to Polish Scientists Brunch: VIP guests will be of the Nobel Prize winner variety. 11 a.m. to 2
p.m. Surf Club, 9011 Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-864-2349.
TUESDAY 5
Margaux’s Miracle Foundation: Proceeds benefit the Margaux Renee Grossman Fellowship in research
for Ewing’s Sarcoma at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. $150. The Marguiles Collection at the
Warehouse, 591 N.W. 27th St., Miami. 561-558-0202.
FRIDAY 8
South Dade Red Cross Ball:
Proceeds benefit Greater Miami & the Keys chapter of the
American Red Cross. 7 p.m. Signature Gardens, 12725 S.W. 122nd
Ave., Miami. 305-644-1200, ext. 103. wwww.miamiredcross.org/events.
SATURDAY 9
MoCA Pop 8 ½:
A
Fellini-inspired cocktail party celebrating La Dolce Vita.
Proceeds benefit MoCA’s Permanent Collection Acquisition Fund. 8
p.m. to 12 a.m. $150 to $175. Museum of Contemporary Art, 770
N.E. 125th St., North Miami. 305-893-6211. www.mocanomi.org.
MONDAY 11
9th
Annual A Gift of Love, A Gift of Hope Luncheon: Organized by the ladies of the Palm Beach
Auxiliary, the lunch includes a raffle and an afternoon of
cards. Proceeds benefit Diabetes Research Institute.
International Polo Club Palm Beach, 13833 Wellington Trace,
Wellington. 954-964-4040. www.diabetesresearch.org.
Fisher Island Health Talk:
For Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation members. 6 to 8 p.m.
Vanderbilt Mansion, One Fisher Island Drive, Fisher Island.
305-674-2777. www.msmcfoundation.org.
WEDNESDAY 13
Members’ Lecture and Wine and Cheese Reception: Invasive Orchid
Bees: Implications for Orchids and other Plants in Florida
by Dr. Robert W. Pemberton, Research Entomologist of the USDA's
Invasive Plant Research Laboratory. 6 to 8 p.m. Fairchild
Tropical Garden, Visitor Center Ballroom, 10901 Old Cutler Road,
Coral Gables. 305-667-1651. www.fairchildgarden.com.
Nordstrom Aventura Mall Grand Opening:
Proceeds will benefit The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis.
Aventura Mall, 19505 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. 305-243-4656.
THURSDAY 14
Gift of the Heart Society “Thank You” Luncheon:
Proceeds benefit Miami Jewish Home for the Aged at Douglas
Gardens. 12 p.m. Westview Country Club, 2601 N.W. 119th St.,
Miami. 305-762-1382. www.douglasgardens.com.
Building the Future Gala:
Benefits Miami
Science Museum. Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne,
455 Grand Bay
Drive, Key Biscayne. 305-646-4285. www.miamisci.org.
SATURDAY 16
Love and Hope Ball:
Benefits Diabetes Research Institute Foundation.
6:30 p.m. $500.
Westin Diplomat
Resort & Spa,
3555 S. Ocean
Drive, Hollywood. 954-964-4040.
www.diabetesresearch.org.
THURSDAY 21
D’Vine Divas Dinner:
A kickoff for the 2008 Food Network South Beach Wine & Food
Festival. Hosted by
Samantha Shanken of Wine
Spectator and master sommelier
Laura
DePasquale. Proceeds to benefit Diabetes
Research Institute. 7 to 11 p.m. $300. The Biltmore Country Club
Ballroom, 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables. 954-964-4040.
www.sobewineandfoodfest.com
SATURDAY 23
HSBC Be A Voice, Take the Lead Gala: Attracting 500 influential members of the community. Proceeds
benefit Voices for Children. 7:30 p.m. $500-$5,000. Mandarin
Oriental, 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami. 305-324-5678.
www.voices4.org.
Florence Spottswood Humanitarian of the Year Dinner: Proceeds benefit the Red Cross of Greater
Miami and the Keys. 6:30 p.m. Beachside Resort & Conference
Center, 3841 N. Roosevelt Blvd., Key West. 305-644-1200 ext 103.
www.miamiredcross.org.
Walk for the Animals:
Proceeds benefit Humane Society of Greater Miami and Adopt a
Pet. 8:30 a.m. Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd., Miami.
305-749-1815. www.humanesocietymiami.org.
SUNDAY 24
Members’ Brunch and Tour of Williams Grove: Following tropical fruit brunch, Dr. Richard Campbell will
lead tours of the grove. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children, $35;
adults, $50. RSVP, 305-667-1651, ext. 3391.
www.fairchildgarden.com.
MARCH
SATURDAY 1
Children's Resources 29th Annual Gala Musical Ball: Proceeds benefit Children’s Resources. 7 p.m. Hotel
InterContinental, 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami. 305-596-6966.
Jungle Safari:
A gala to benefit the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation set
in a jungle atmosphere. 6 p.m. International Polo Club Palm
Beach, 13833 Wellington Trace, Wellington. 716-753-3389.
www.diabetesresearch.org.
Children’s Resources 29th Annual Gala Musical Ball: Proceeds benefit Children’s Resources. 7 p.m.
InterContinental Hotel, 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami. 305-596-6966.
THURSDAY 6
Greater Miami Women’s Auxiliary Brunch and Card
Party:
Also known as its “Lend a Helping Hand – Hold a Winning Hand.”
Proceeds benefit Miami Jewish Home for the Aged at Douglas
Garden. Westview Country Club, 2601 N.W. 119th St.,
Miami. 305-762-1382. www.douglasgardens.com.
FRIDAY 7
Feast with the Beasts:
Featuring fine food, cocktails, dining and a tour of the zoo.
Benefits the Zoological Society of Florida. $175 to $500. Miami
MetroZoo, 12400 S.W. 152nd St., Miami. 305-255-5551, ext. 111.
www.zsf.org.
The Unicorn Children’s Foundation 10th
Anniversary Gala:
Honoring Unicorn Grand Ambassadors Mike and Valeria Rosenbloom.
Gala Chairs are Laura Moore and Jeannette Stark; co-chairs are
Ibe May and Lynda Zettel. Mar-a-Lago Club, 1100 S. Ocean Blvd.,
Palm Beach. 561-620-9377. www.unicornchildrensfoundation.com.
SATURDAY 8
The 26th Annual American Red Cross Ball:
Featuring a drawing for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 350 Cabriolet.
Proceeds
benefit the American Red Cross of Greater Miami and the Keys.
$100. Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami.
305-728-2512. www.miamiredcross.org.
Gala Ball at The Surf Club:
Benefits Angels of Villa Maria. Details to be announced. The
Surf Club, 9011 Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-758-7086.
FRIDAY 14
Bootleggers Ball:
Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida.
Mar-a-Lago, 1100 S. Ocean Blvd., Palm Beach. 954-967-9474.
www.sfla.wish.org.
SATURDAY 15
It’s All Overtown... So Chic in White Heat:
Hosted by Alonzo Mourning and wife Tracy. Proceeds benefiting
the Overtown Youth Center. 6 p.m. $100. Overtown Youth Center,
450 N.W. 14th
St., Miami. 305-349-1204, ext. 228. www.overtownyouth.org.
SUNDAY 16
CVE Tennis Fundraiser and Silent Auction:
The annual event will feature tennis, a silent auction, bake
sale and raffle.
Proceeds
benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida. Le Club at
Century Village East, 3501 West Drive, Deerfield Beach.
954-967-9474 ext 323. www.sfla.wish.org.
SATURDAY 22
The BIG Event: An evening of cocktails, fine cuisine and entertainment.
Proceeds benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami.
$7,500 to $100,000. Doral Resort & Spa, Legends Ballroom, 4400
N.W. 87th Ave., Doral. 305-644-0066, ext. 294.
www.wementor.org.
The Founders of Mount Sinai 53rd Annual Founders
Ball:
Only for members of the Founders of Mount Sinai. 7 p.m. to 12
a.m. InterContinental Hotel, 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami.
305-674-2777. www.msmcfoundation.org.
FRIDAY 28
Tharp/Costello World Premiere Celebration:
Featuring choreographer Twyla Tharp, singer and songwriter Elvis
Costello, and the Miami City Ballet dancers. Proceeds benefit
Miami City Ballet. Carnival Center for the Performing Arts, Ziff
Ballet Opera House,
1300 Biscayne
Blvd., Miami. 305-929-7000, ext. 1444.
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