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15th Annual Donor Next Door Luncheon 5/8/13

15th Annual Donor Next Door Luncheon
Wednesday, 05/08/2013, 11:00 am – 01:00 pm
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Leave A Legacy and The Miami Foundation announced today that Amy Rosenberg is the recipient of the 2013 Ruth Shack Leadership Award. The award is presented to an emerging leader who represents the qualities of ethics, dedication and service to Greater Miami embodied by The Miami Foundation’s former president, Ruth Shack. She will be recognized along with the Community Champion Award recipient, David Lawrence, Jr., at the 15th Annual Donor Next Door Luncheon, Wednesday, May 8, 2013, 11 a.m. at Jungle Island.

Rosenberg is an attorney and arts advocate who founded Overtown Music Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and showcasing the tradition of music that existed for decades in Overtown. Rosenberg currently serves as co-chair of the board of directors after spending many years as the arts and social service organization’s executive director. She recently joined the National YoungArts Foundation (formerly known as the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts).

David Lawrence, Jr. is president of The Early Childhood Initiative Foundation and leads The Children’s Movement of Florida. The Community Champion Award is given to a person who has contributed to the nonprofit community and has shown a commitment to Greater Miami through their work.

“Amy has founded a number of meaningful organizations that are serving our community. As an alumnus of our leadership program, Miami Fellows, she exemplifies the commitment to Greater Miami that we seek to instill in young leaders. This honor is well-deserved by Amy,” said Javier Alberto Soto, president and CEO of The Miami Foundation.

“This leadership award recognizes individuals in our community who have demonstrated their commitment to advancing civic engagement, public service and building bridges among diverse groups,” said Hank Raattama, shareholder at Akerman Senterfitt and co-chair of LEAVE A LEGACY. “Through Amy’s work in the community, many other people have been inspired to work toward creating a more vibrant Miami.”

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Tri-Rail’s Ride and Play Day 5/18/13

Tri-Rail’s Ride and Play Day
Saturday, 05/18/2013, 05:00 am – 09:45 pm
Tri-Rail-TrainTri-Rail
800 NW 33rd St.,
Pompano Beach, Florida 33064
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In celebration of Tri-Rail’s new schedule with hourly train service on weekends and holidays, South Florida residents and visitors are encouraged to get onboard the train as part of a special Ride and Play Day on Saturday, May 18. Tri-Rail riders can show their validated train fare at local attractions, including Bayside Marketplace (Miami), Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (Miami), Museum of Discovery & Science (Fort Lauderdale), CityPlace (West Palm Beach) or International Game Fish Association (Dania Beach) to enjoy discounts and special offers on this day only.

Riders can visit www.tri-rail.com to check out the new schedule, plan their trip and download a coupon for a free NEW Tangy Pineapple Chicken Wrap with purchase of a Wrap Combo at Pollo Tropical.

As part of Ride and Play Day, riders will have the chance to meet some of their favorite radio personalities from WLYF 101.5 LITE-FM, Hot 105, Amor 107.5 and 97.9 FM WRMF, as they ride Tri-Rail to some of South Florida’s best attractions. Plus, Pollo Tropical will be on-site at select train stations, offering complimentary samples.

Tri-Rail’s Ride and Play Day special offers include:

• Bayside Marketplace
Free coupon book with great discounts at a selection of stores and restaurants.
• CityPlace
Free reusable shopping bag and special gift.
• IGFA – International Game Fish Association
Free admission
• Museum of Discovery & Science
$2 off exhibit admission
$1 off classic, 45-minute IMAX films
$3 off special engagement IMAX films
$2 off MaxFlight
$10 off museum membership
10% off all Explore Store purchases
• Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
$3 off admission

Tri-Rail commuters and leisure riders are now able to catch a train from 17 conveniently located stations every hour on weekend and holidays. Tri-Rail recently expanded its weekend service to include 30 trains-a-day, compared to 16 trains-a-day in the past. Train service is available every day of the year with bus and Metrorail connections. Tri-Rail’s weekend fares are just $5 roundtrip and children under the age of 5 ride free. Kids ages 5 to 12 can enjoy a 50% discount.

Southbound trains depart from of the Mangonia Park Station at 5:50 a.m. and northbound trains start from the Hialeah Market Station at 5:20 a.m. The new schedule provides for later night service, with the last southbound train departing Mangonia Park at 9:00 p.m. and the last northbound train departing Hialeah Market at 9:45 p.m.

To learn more about Tri-Rail’s Ride and Play Day or to find updated train schedules, visit www.tri-rail.com or call 1-800-TRI-RAIL.

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Miami Cellutions Celebrates Its Grand Opening 5/9/13

Miami Cellutions Celebrates Its Grand Opening
Thursday, 05/09/2013, 05:30 pm –
MiamiCellutionsLogoMiami Cellutions
3900 NW 79 Ave. Suite 800,
Doral, Florida 33166
Webpage Link

You are cordially invited to attend the
Grand Opening of Miami Cellutions

10% of proceeds made during the event will be donated to
Miami Rescue Mission

3900 N.W. 79th Ave. Suite 800
Doral, FL 33166

Thursday, May 9th, 2013
5:30p.m.- 9:00p.m.
Join us for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and live music

R.S.V.P. Christy Abreu- Christy@redrabbitpresents.com

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In Good Company: The Spa at Doral Celebrates Mother’s Day with Special Group Spa Day Offer 5/1/13

In Good Company: The Spa at Doral Celebrates Mother’s Day with Special Group Spa Day Offer
Sunday, 05/01/2013, 12:00 pm –
Doral Golf Resort & Spa
The Spa at Doral ,
8755 NW 36 Street, Florida 33178
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This Mother’s Day, The Spa at Doral is offering a special group spa day to celebrate all the women in your life.
Choice of a 50-minute Doral Massage OR 50-minute Custom Facial AND Lunch at Cascades Poolside Restaurant
In addition: Access to The Spa Facility featuring private lockers, jacuzzi, saunas & pools
Cost: $155 per person, BONUS: Save 10% for groups of 4 or more
Where: 8755 N.W. 36th Street, Miami, FL 33178
For more information, contact a Spa Specialist at (305)717-6311

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The Vagabond welcomes Louie Vega Celebrating Carmel Ophir’s Birthday! 4/20/13

The Vagabond welcomes Louie Vega Celebrating Carmel Ophir’s Birthday!
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 10:00 pm – 05:00 am
carmelbday420The Vagabond
30 NE 14 Street,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Saturday April 20th, 2013

The Vagabond
invites you to
“Brothers from Different Mothers”
LOUIE VEGA
Returns in Celebration of
CARMEL OPHIR’S Birthday!

with Resident DJs
Brad Strickland | Ryan Evans

in the Garden
A Spicy Birthday Celebration for
DJ WASABI

Advanced Tickets Available at
www.wantickets.com/vagabond

The Vagabond
30 NE 14th Street
Downtown Miami
thevagabondmiami.com

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Miami Marlins Celebrate 14th Annual Autism Awareness Day 4/14/13

Miami Marlins Celebrate 14th Annual Autism Awareness Day
Sunday, 04/14/2013, 11:30 am – 04:00 pm
MM_MLOGO_MIAMI_WBGMarlins Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida 33125
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A portion of the proceeds will benefit local participating organizations

The Miami Marlins celebrate their 14th Annual Autism Awareness Day as they take on the Phillies on April 14th at Marlins Park. Some of the participating entities include Autism Speaks, Family Autism Network, The Autism Notebook Magazine, Faith’s Autism Outreach Center, The Victory Center for Autism and Related Disabilities and UM-NSU Card.

Fans can visit the West Plaza and enjoy the Pregame Autism Resource Fair as well as a pregame on-field ceremony recognizing outstanding service by volunteers from participating organizations. The national anthem will be performed by The Victory Center for Autism. A por-tion of the proceeds will benefit local Autism organizations.

The Marlins Foundation is committed to improving the lives of our youth through education, the arts and baseball, with a special focus on children with special needs. The Foundation has previously funded programs for autistic children and their families at Shake-a-Leg Miami, Villa Lyan and through the Marlins Ayudan School Partnership Program at Citrus Grove Elementary and Bent Tree Elementary schools. This year, the Marlins Foundation will be sponsoring the University of Miami’s Center for Autism & Related Disorders “Tropical Nights” gala.

The Autism Awareness seat special is $20 for Lexus Legends Level on the 3rd base side. A ‘Quiet Room’ is available and ADA seating will be available upon request.

For more information on group tickets, fans can email groups@marlins.com or for individual ticket purchases fans can visit www.marlins.com/specialevents .

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Floatopia Miami 4/20/13

Floatopia Miami
Saturday, 04/20/2013, 10:00 am –
South Point Park
1 Washington Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Facebook Link

HIIIII!!!! WE ARE DOING IT AGGGAIIINN!!! APRIL 20TH!!!

For those of you that don’t know Floatopia is a social event that has taken place in Santa Barbara, Cali since 2004. The title “Floatopia” describes the main activity the event is known for—floating on rafts and other home-made or store bought floating devices along the coast and partying on the beach. Since 2004, Floatopias have sprung up all over the states.

We brought Floatopia to Miami for the first time last September and on April 20th we are bringing this floating party to Miami again!!!

No bouncers, no guest lists, no cover charge, no promoters, just good ol’ fashioned fun!

Bring your float, raft, inner-tube, rubber tire or anything that floats and join us!

Note: Your “beverages” must be in discreet containers such as plastic bottles. Remember, NO glass bottles are allowed on the beach!

Invite your friends & like our FB page, Floatopia Miami, for more info.

Just like last time, please, please, please let’s not give anyone any reason to stop our fun! Get crazy…within legal limits. Remember we are floatOPIA, as the Miami New times pointed out, a type of utopia, an ideal community…of party people haha ;) …No drama, please. We are all one big, friendly, floating party family.

Please PICK UP AFTER YOURSELF, let’s be kind to this beautiful beach. Leave nothing but your float print. Some of us will be staying after the event to clean up the beach, please do your part.

We are very, very excited to be bringing Floatopia back to Miami again! THANK YOU ALL FOR BELIEVING IN FLOATOPIA MIAMI!

Peace, Love, Rock n’ Float!!!!

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The Israel Experience 4/17/13

The Israel Experience
Tuesday, 04/16/2013, 07:00 pm – 10:00 pm
537627_442618785818879_971354475_nVilla 221
221 NE 17th Street,
Miami , Florida 33132
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Open Vodka Bar Sponsored by Ketel One Vodka | Authentic Israeli Bites by Rare Steakhouse | Live DJ | Hookah Stations | and prizes.

$25 in advance. $40 at the door.
https://tbs.wufoo.com/forms/the-israel-experience-2013/ <- Tickets Link!

Proceeds benefit HandsOn Miami, bringing volunteerism and service to Miami in a new partnership with The Tribe and Jewish Volunteer Services.

The Israel Experience will undoubtedly be an event like no Miamian has seen before.Exclusively for people in their 20s and 30s, the event is a celebration of Israel’s 65th year of independence, The Tribe is teaming up with The Network of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation to bring an unforgettable collaboration of music, food, entertainment and culture. Hosted in the heart of Miami’s Downtown sector at Villa 221, guests will mingle, sip and nosh while being infused with an Israeli atmosphere. Authentic tunes of middle eastern vibes will fill the air as the DJ plays some top Israeli hits. The aroma of Mediterranean spices will entrench their palettes as they indulge in traditional bites. Israeli flags will wave in celebration as our Jewish community comes together as one.

With no intention to advocate, just celebrate the creation of the only Jewish State in existence, the Tribe aims to produce a memorable and cultural experience like no other. Combining the unique and traditional elements of a true Israeli celebration, The Tribe will surely draw the crowds.

To learn more about The Tribe visit: www.thetribe.org

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Leader, Legends, and Lovelies Ball 4/11/13

Leader, Legends, and Lovelies Ball
Thursday, 04/11/2013, 07:00 pm – 11:00 pm
LegendsBallMarriageInviteNEWArt Deco Welcome Center
1001 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida 33139
Webpage Link

The UC|CU Leaders, Legends & Lovelies Legends Ball and exhibits focus on bringing together and celebrating people in our community who make a difference and promote change and good will towards Marriage Equality and LGBT support and awareness. The weekend kicks off with the Legends Ball to celebrate life and love with food sponsored by local restaurants, open bar by Bacardi, live music and DJ’s, Legends Honors, Celebrity Host Sam Champion and many others!

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