Category: Kendall

Photographs of River Of Art Pop-Up Art-in-Public-Places Exhibition and Social Mixer at Bahama Breeze on 7/21/15 by Mr Q 305

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Life Is Art & Soul Of Miami presented the River Of Art Pop-Up Art-in-Public-Places Exhibition and Social Mixer at Bahama Breeze on Tuesday, July 21, 2015.  River Of Art was an exciting evening of business networking featuring a beautiful painting show, music, light bites and cocktails hosted at Bahama Breeze in West Kendall. The River Of Art is a gathering place of Miami’s good people, executives, industrialists, innovators, creators, entrepreneurs, changemakers, activists, and artists.

Featuring Visual Artists: Rochelle Berman,  David Martins and Vera Arias.
Charities:Badges of Courage Foundation

Premiere Sponsor: Spectrum Miami
Partners: Fabulous Miami – YOMiami – SocialMedia305 – Catalyst Miami – InTheLoop305
With support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners.

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Photographs of Damor Foundation’s Fund Raiser Happy Hour by Mr Q 305

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On Saturday, October 12th, Blue Martini Kendall hosted a Happy Hour to benefit the D Amor Foundation. The D Amor Foundation’s mission is to provide hope, and to help children with autism achieve a better quality of life by providing families with resources, educational tools and access to therapies such as speech, occupational, art, music and sensory integration, all of which are integral to managing the disorder. Several companies donated services for a raffle and silent auction. Donations go directly to fund programs for children with autism, including Tae Kwon Do, soccer, music, art and other activities for families affected by the neurodevelopment disorder. The D Amor Foundation was founded by Maria and Jose Montalvo in honor of their son, Diego, who was diagnosed with autism at age 2. The goal is to help families affected by autism in South Florida and Puerto Rico find resources and access to therapies, which can be costly. Damor Foundation Mr Q 305 on fb   Mr Q 305 on Twitter  

Photographs From the Opening of the Microsoft Store by Mr Q 305

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Microsoft opened its second full line retail store in Florida. The store is located in the first phase of the brand new expansion of the Dadeland Mall.

 

More than five hundred people gathered for the chance to win giveaways which ranged from free tickets to a Lupe Fiasco and Gym Class heroes concert to a “Surface” tablet.

 

The first person in line had been camping in the mall since 10:30 P.M. the night before the opening. He was awarded several prices including a “Surface”. Other lucky winners participated via Twitter and had their names called out from the crowd.

 

John Case, corporate vice president, Office Division presented more than $1 million in grants to different organizations.

 

True to form, in what now has become the norm in computer store openings, the employees started screaming from inside the store, exciting the crowd. As soon as the ribbon was cut, the curtain which had been covering the front of the store came down. The pandemonium reached an electrifying pitch.

 

Overall, Microsoft now has of 66 full-line and specialty retail stores.

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Photographs by Bob Quesada from X-Pose Fashion Valentine Bazaar

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The old business school model puts it very simple: “The big fish swallows the small fish”.

X-POSE Fashion has turned that Business 101 adage on its head. The quaint boutique has been able to prove that smaller businesses cannot only survive but they can actually thrive even when surrounded by formidable competitors. Just go five miles East or West on Kendall Drive and you will find the giant retailers: lurking, ready to coupon, special-rack or clearance discount their way into retailing battle; Thermopylae got nothing on this.

By now you must be wondering: “Ok…so what’s the secret?”… It is really simple: Social Media… yep … X-POSE Fashion maintains an aggressive campaign harnessing the power of social media to keep their customers engaged and coming back for more. Couple that with one-on-one customer service and they have been able to build a loyal clientele extending all over the U.S. and reaching as far as India. Social media has provided X-POSE Fashion with the ability to transcend physical location, they are on the world stage.

Recently, X-POSE Fashion held their Annual Valentine Bazaar. They invited other vendors to participate:

Nothing Bundt Cakes: “From the first bite, sweet memories of your Mom’s cake, fresh from the oven, gently tug at your heart”.

Lore Accessories: “Mixing foreign and local materials of different textures allows me to create accessories with an international twist. I feel that makes them extra unique!”

Soy Candela Candles: “Are all natural, biodegradable, hypoallergenic and eco-friendly.  Simply light, dip in and enjoy!”.

Here are a few images from the event:

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Cadillac Ranch celebrated their Grand Opening with success galore by Betty Alvarez

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On July 7, Cadillac Ranch opened the doors to the public with much celebration. A VIP party was held earlier in the afternoon and the restaurant opened its door in the early evening to the public. Cadillac Ranch’s focus is on bringing authentic, All-American cuisine to its customers in a fun, dynamic environment. All patrons enjoyed a Rock N’ Roll-inspired atmosphere, with plenty of room for friends, music, and dancing.

The menu at Cadillac Ranch is diverse, with offerings ranging from homemade meatloaf to pasta dishes. With its average size of 10,000 square feet, Cadillac Ranch is perfect for catered events such as wedding receptions, corporate events, or any other private party.

Classic Rock, Modern Rock, and more was playing through Cadillac Ranch’s state of the art sound system, with multiple large-screen televisions throughout the spacious floor plan. A bull ride competition was also underway with all proceeds going to Autism Speaks. For more information on Autism Speaks please visit www.autismspeaks.org

Cadillac Ranch is located in the Palms at Town and Country around Kendall Drive & 117th Street. For more information please visit www.cadillacranchkendall.com or call (305) 279-3700.

Photographs by Betty Alvarez Copyright 2011

Photographs of Ocean Drive Magazine Miami Hero Award on 8/10/10

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Ocean Drive Magazine’s Miami Hero Award at The Limited at Dadeland Mall on Tuesday, August 10, 2010.  Kristen Kenney, founder of Malaika For Life (www.malaikaforlife.org) has been awarded Ocean Drive’s “Miami Hero” award for her philanthropic efforts to fight malaria and dedication to saving lives and empowering communities one bracelet at a time.

The award, which seeks to honor Miami natives who are making a difference in their communities and beyond, includes a $2500 donation to Malaika For Life and the opportunity for the organization’s signature “save a LIFE” bracelets, to be featured and sold at The Limited in Dadeland Mall.

Kristen Kenney contracted severe malaria in Africa in 2009 while filming a documentary on global peace. She survived the life-threatening disease with the proper medication, and as a result, started Malaika For Life™, to raise funds through the sale of handmade bracelets to purchase and distribute malaria medication to vulnerable communities.    Kristen graduated from University of Miami in 2006 in Broadcast Journalism. She worked on-air for Public Broadcasting (PBS) and SEC Sports before running Malaika For Life™ full-time.

Blue Martini Kendall Celebrated its Grand Opening By Betty Alvarez

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Premiere Martini Lounge Brings Convenience, Entertainment and an Economic Boost to the ‘burbs’. Blue Martini is proud to bring Kendall residents its collection of delicious martinis, tasty dishes and exciting live entertainment. Located at the newly renovated The Palms at Town & Country Shopping Center, Blue Martini is destined to become the Mecca of entertainment and nightlife for suburban Miami.

The premiere martini lounge, Blue Martini has locations in Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, Las Vegas, Miami, Naples, Orlando, Phoenix, Tampa and West Palm Beach. For their newest venture, Blue Martini chose the suburban area of Kendall for its location, demographic that fit with their primary customer base, and a genuine need in the community for an entertainment venue of a higher-caliber. “For years this tight-knit, largely Latin American community has enjoyed a utopian-like life, but for any sort of diversion or nightlife, residents have needed to travel to Brickell, South Beach or the Grove” explained CEO Mark E. Vasu. “Now not only will Blue Martini Kendall give residents convenient entertainment but our presence will bring an economic boost to the community in the form of added jobs and revenue” continued Vasu. Blue Martini expects to bring nearly eighty jobs to the Kendall area and with such a successful history it’s likely the Kendall location will be the jump off point for a renaissance in downtown Kendall.

Blue Martini hosted a Grand Opening Party for the public on July 30th, 2010. It gave guests the chance to take in the 8500 square foot entertainment haven and all its amenities. Blue Martini prides itself on offering patrons an ‘upscale environment with a local bar mentality’. Designed for comfort, the lounge’s soft lighting creates a friendly environment while smooth lines provide a sexy backdrop. The forty martini menu is all encompassing focusing on quality, with bartenders using only the best ingredients and keeping with the latest cocktail trends to create palate pleasers, like the signature Blue Martini. A simple menu offers great food for a great value easily paired with one of their delightful drinks, favorites include the Seared Tuna and Beef Tenderloin.

One of only two new retail developments under construction in all of Miami-Dade County, The Palms at Town & Country recently celebrated the completion of its first phase with the opening of two nationally recognized retailers. The Palms is quickly paving its way as the new downtown Kendall. “With the successful opening of Nordstrom Rack and Loehmann’s, we are looking forward to the next influx of specialty retailers including Blue Martini,” says Michael Longmore, Executive Vice President with Jones Lang LaSalle. “The Palms at Town & Country’s unique combination of ideal proximity to neighboring residents, ease of access from the region and the strong national anchor tenants provides the perfect location for Blue Martini,” says Michael Longmore, Executive Vice President with Jones Lang LaSalle.

Located at 8405 Mills Drive #205, Blue Martini Kendall is open 7 days a week, from 4pm until 4am. Blue Martini Kendall launched a schedule of events that includes an “In the Biz” night for hospitality industry people, a Ladies night and a 7 day a week happy hour. For more information visit www.bluemartinilounge.com or call 305.630.2583.

Photographs By Betty Alvarez