Category: Broward County

Miss Runway Competition Castings 2/28/09

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Casting for Aspiring Female Models Ages 4-35
Saturday, Feb 28, 2009
Embassy Suites Hotel
1100 SE 17th Street
Ft. Lauderdale, Fl
2pm – 4pm

All Teen, Miss & Miss Plus size contestants must wear heels and be prepared to walk. All other contestants must wear hard bottom shoes


Compete in your age division:*New Divisions
Mini Miss ~ 4-6*
Tiny Miss ~ 7-9
Little Miss ~ 10 -12
Teen Miss ~ 13 – 17
Miss ~ 18 -35*
Miss Plus size ~ 18 -35 size 12 & up*

Compete to win great prizes and great exposure by showcasing your runway skills and
wardrobe styles in the following categories below. If selected there is a one time application fee of $20 and an entry fee of $200 to be paid by mandatory ticket sales of 10 tickets at $20. Pay entry in full and receive additional runway training during workshops.
All contestants will receive a medal of Participation

Winner from each division will receive:
The title for One (1) year
Featured on our website www.firstclassproductionsinc.com/missrunwaycompetition.htm
Interviewed and featured on “City Nights” online entertainment show www.Youtube.com/fcpitv
An appearance at the 5th Annual Fashion Splash www.myspace.com/fashionsplash
Trophy, Flowers & Gift Bag
A fabulous Professional photo shoot with CD of photos from photo shoot
Workshops for development in runway, print, public speaking, etc
And many appearances, meet & greets and tons of exposure

Runner-ups will receive:
Featured on our website www.firstclassproductionsinc.com/missrunwaycompetition.htm
Interviewed and featured on “City Nights” online entertainment show www.Youtube.com/fcpitv
Trophy& Gift Bag
Photos from the event
Complimentary admission to attend all FCPi events

Optional Contest for each division ~ There is a $10 entry fee for each category. Each winner will receive an award, photo shoot and featured on website.
Best Beach Wear
Best Casual Wear
Best Cat Walk
Best Creative Wear
Best Evening Wear
Best Talent
Most Photogenic

For more information contact Yvonette at 800-490-9632 Ext 701

Websites:
www.firstclassproductionsinc.com/missrunwaycompetition.htm
www.firstclassproductionsinc.com/missrunwayvideo.htm
www.myspace.com/missrunwaycompetition
www.youtube.com/fcpitv

Parking at hotel is $4 if they are charging during these hours.

Industrial & Electro party 2/6/09

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Gen xx live /Uprokk /Exzakt live /Danny bled /Abh/Electro sluts /Rebecca’s rubber room /Play piercing /
/time to black out! /
/another electro / fetish / industrial / bass / freak show!
Friday, feb 6th 2009 @voodoo lounge
Techno sluts is an industrial electro fetish freak show. Bottom line is we are here to enjoy cutting edge high energy music and just plain have fun.

All are welcome! If you like breaks, electro, techno, industrial, fetish, house, gothic, or just like to have a good time with good people then this is for you. You dont have to dress the part just come as yourself. However if you like to express yourself then feel free to! Like we said we welcome all. For the black party we encourage everyone to wear black but its not required. Just be fun and creative.
Everyone over the age of 21 can attend this show!
For vip service contact freedomevents@live.com
The vip tables for this show will sell out. For every 5 people in your party that want a table must put a $100 dollar credit card deposit. This means your party won’t pay cover at the door and no waiting in line.

Open bar till 11pm. Get there early while drinks are free!!..
Entry for this fetish show will be $25 for men, $20 for women, $15 for those of you with voodoo vip cards.
For all flyers, videos, pictures etc visit http://www.Technoslutsparty.Com/

Celebration of Life ~ Celebrity Weekend Honoring Derrick Thomas of the Kansas City Chiefs 2/20-22/09

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MOM-2-MOM 58 Foundation Announces
Celebration of Life~Celebrity Weekend

The Mom-2-Mom 58 Foundation will host a weekend of activities honoring and celebrating the life and legacy of Derrick Thomas, Kansas City Chief Linebacker, whose life was taken away from us on February 8, 2000, as a result of an automobile accident. These community oriented events are created to support mothers and to give back to the children. We are focusing on giving scholarships to two (2) or more seniors for their academic and athletic achievements. Our goal also is to focus on child safety and health and well being. We need donations from the public, our clients, and sponsors like you to make contributions in order to make these events successful ones.

This will be our first weekend celebration. We would like to make this first year’s celebration a memorable one. We are looking forward to having a fantastic, spirit-filled weekend.

The events will feature celebrities, local and governmental officials, aspiring designers and models, and distinguished hosts. This will be an exciting, fun filled and family-oriented weekend.

Event Overview
Weekend of: February 20-22, 2009

Friday, February 20
8:00 p.m. – 1am
Welcome Reception and Atrium Mixer -$50 Live Entertainment
Swimwear & High Fashion~ Fashion Show
Hot Hors D’oeuvres, celebrity guests, photo & autograph signing
Embassy Suites Hotel
1100 SE 17th Street
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 33316
Dress Code: Upscale

Saturday, February 21
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Family Day Community Activities FREE to the public Registration 9am-10am Event starts at 10am – 3pm Florida International University (FIU)
3000 NE 151 Street
N. Miami, Florida 33181
Vendor Space $60~
Call 800-490-9632 Ext704 for Vendor Space
Dress Code: Sports Wear
6:00 p.m. – 11pm
Bowling with the Celebrities Fundraiser $65
Davie, Florida
Hot hors d’oeuvres, music, bowl with celebrity guests, autograph signing and photos –
Cash Bar available for drink purchases
Dress Code – Casual

Sunday, February 22
11:00 a.m
Mt. Calvary Missionary Baptist Church
Dress code is church attire.

5:00 p.m.
Scholarship Award Banquet Benefit ~ $75
Hosted by Actress/Comedian Kim Whitely
Embassy Suites Hotel, Ft. Lauderdale
Dress Code is formal

All Access Pass $150
Inclusive to attend all weekend events

All paid events will provide complimentary hot hors d’oeuvres, appearances by NFL and NBA current and retired players, and special celebrity guests. To become a Sponsor or Vendor call 800-490-9632 x704
Click here to purchase your tickets online.

About Mom-2-Mom 58 Foundation
The Mom-2-Mom 58 Foundation is a non-profit faith-based organization that was born out of the tragic death of the late Kansas City Chief linebacker Derrick Thomas on February 8, 2000. The founder, Mrs. Edith Morgan, suffered the sudden death of a beloved son whose vehicular accident could have been less tragic had he been wearing a seat belt at the time of the accident. She felt a pressing need to get the word out to other mothers about the importance of training our children in the use of seat belts. She also realized shortly thereafter that there were other issues she wanted to address and other situations wherein she wanted to be of service, particularly to mothers and to children. The Mom-2-Mom 58 Foundation focuses on child safety and empowerment and other issues that can impact a mother’s life such as a family member with paralysis, adolescent obesity, juvenile delinquency, domestic violence, heath care, estate planning, etc.

Many people looked up to Derrick Thomas as a role model. He left a tremendous impact on people – even people who did not know him personally. He touched many lives while he was alive and the Mom-2-Mom 58 organization is trying to continue touching lives in his memory by concentrating on strengthening mothers and nurturing children.

Coordinator’s Background
First Class Productions, Inc (FCPi) is a company that specializes in event planning and staffing. We provide experienced Product Specialists, Exhibit Managers, Brand Ambassadors, Promotional Models and more for any size promotion or event throughout the U.S.

We promote professional productions annually and have had the opportunity to produce many events geared towards the entertainment, fashion, modeling and networking fields. Such events that we’ve produced are; Jeans-n-Jackets Networking Event, Barack Obama’s Inauguration Bash, Pre-Mother’s Day Mini Spa, annual Fashion Show events and more.

Our events bring forth a crowd of professionals, entertainers and everyday people for socializing and networking. We are always seeking sponsors to support our annual events. Portion of our proceeds from events are donated to our foundation “Helping Families In-Need” and “Toys of Joy Holiday Toy Drive”.

First Class Productions, Inc not only provides staffing and event planning services, we also give back to our community where it’s needed the most.

Countdown to Kickoff: Lola’s BBQ-To-Go is a Super Bowl Touchdown 2/1/09

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Countdown to Kickoff: Lola’s BBQ-To-Go is a Super Bowl Touchdown

Get ready for Super Bowl Sunday and order
your favorite game foods directly from Lola’s.
The BBQ-To-Go special includes:
Coca Cola BBQ Beef Ribs
Herbed Creamed Corn
Baked Mac n’ Cheese
Grilled Chipotle Chicken Wings
with Blue Cheese Yogurt Dipping Sauce

$19.99 per person

Minimum order for two people. Available during regular hours.
Orders of 10 people or more, daytime orders, or office delivery
orders require 24 hours notice.

Lola’s on Harrison, 2032 Harrison Street
Hollywood, FL 33020 | p: 954.927.9851
www.lolasonharrison.com

Valentine’s Values: Fusing the Senses at Lola’s on Harrison 2/14/09

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Comfort Zone Studio & Spa and Lola’s on Harrison Team Up with Cupid to Match Make the Five Senses to Create the Most Romantic Day of the Year

Lovebirds take a cue from Cupid this Valentine’s and escape to sun-kissed South Florida for love and romance. To assist in plotting a perfectly passionate getaway, Comfort Zone Studio & Spa and Lola’s on Harrison in Downtown Hollywood has teamed up with the “God of Love” to pamper that special someone and indulge their senses.
Through February 2009, treat honey to a romantic fantasy day trip. Downtown Hollywood will turn into a playground where couples will enjoy spa, shopping, and dining. The Feast for the Senses package can be reserved month long to celebrate the love couples have for one another.

This love-filled getaway begins with a rose petal foot ritual and tea service at Comfort Zone. Upon arrival, Miss or Mr. Valentine can be greeted with a note from her or his true Love. The “love letter”: A few special words from that special someone with details on the journey they will embark on for the next few hours — any of three package options:
“You & I”
Valentine’s romantic journey continues in a dim couple’s suite scented to entice love and clad in candles creating a feeling of passion. In the suite, “You & I” will each receive a side-by-side, “Rub My Back” massage to relax the couple as they prepare to indulge in an epicurean adventure. The massage is followed by $100 toward a romantic dinner for two at Lola’s on Harrison, inclusive of a bottle of wine and red roses. The “You & I” package is available through February for $200 per couple. Lola’s will honor the restaurant’s portion of the package on a separate day if the couple decides to spa and dine out on alternate dates.

“Toast to Romance”
Raise the glasses and toast the love for each other with a choice of a “Head to Toe” massage or “Face to Face” facial. Share the splendor of a stress-free environment in the privacy of couple’s suite clad with candles and scents to seduce love. This escape will relax the body, mind and soul while an exclusive James Beard Dinner for two with select Mondavi wine pairings at Lola’s on Harrison will indulge the senses. A champagne toast and red roses compliments Lola’s dinner. The “Toast to Romance” package is available through February for $300 per couple. Lola’s will honor the restaurant’s portion of the package on a separate day if the couple decides to spa and dine out on alternate dates.
“Swept Away”
Sweep them away with a spa surprise that begins with a “Scrub Me Softly” body brushing followed by a “Head to Toe” massage in an intimate couples suite fit with all the dressings for romance. The massage is followed by a hand paraffin dip for each. The couple can then dine in or dine out at the romantic and quaint Lola’s on Harrison where Chef Michael Wagner has prepared an exclusive four-course dinner for two, inclusive of a $90 bottle of champagne, red or white wine of choice, and red roses. The “Swept Away” package is available through February for $400 per couple. Lola’s will honor the restaurant’s portion of the package on a separate day if the couple decides to spa and dine out on alternate dates.
For lovers seeking a spa and culinary experience on Valentine’s Day, Chef Wagner has captured the essence of the most romantic day of the year in a three-course red-inspired menu and celebration toast. From 5 to 6:30 p.m. on February 14, Lola’s will offer their red menu as an early Lovebirds’ special for $40.00 per person. After 6:30 p.m., the menu — based on the four steps for the perfect, love-filled evening that represents each course — will be $65.00 per person. Advance reservations are recommended.
For more information on the Feast for the Senses Valentine’s packages, please call Comfort Zone Studio & Spa at 954.923.2030 or Lola’s on Harrison at 954.927.9851.

Trina Restaurant & Lounge Sets the Valentine’s Day Trend with an Early Lovebirds Special Featuring a Menu of Love 2/14/09

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LOVEBIRDS DINE OUT EARLY:
VALENTINE’S DAY IS A SUNSET AFFAIR THIS YEAR

Trina Restaurant & Lounge Sets the Valentine’s Day Trend
with an Early Lovebirds Special Featuring a Menu of Love

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – For lovers who are watching their wallets and planning to stay home on Valentine’s Day, Trina Restaurant & Lounge at The Atlantic Resort & Spa has sparked new interest in celebrating the most romantic day of the year with an early “Lovebirds” special for $39.00 per person from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on February 14. After 6:30 p.m., the “Menu of Love” will be available with additional offerings for $59.00 per person.

With the assistance of the Roman “God of Love,” Cupid, Executive Chef Brian Kay and a talented culinary team have created a love-filled, four-course menu inspired by the most romantic region of the world, the Mediterranean.

In keeping with Trina’s Valentine’s tradition, Chef Kay has named each course with a catchy and whimsical phrase to set the tone for love. This year’s “Menu of Love” pays a counter-tribute to Sweetheart Conversations Hearts, the top-selling and popular Valentine’s candy. Each dinner course has been named after the food-inspired phrases found on this year’s candy hearts: “Recipe 4 Love,” “Table 4 Two,” “Stir My Heart,” and “Sweet Love.”

New England Confectionery Company (NECCO) chose these love sayings to embrace the role romantic dinners play in celebrating love. Chef Kay chose to honor NECCO and the famous hearts for recognizing the evolution of ingredients, flavors, and cooking as a romantic art form. The “Menu of Love” features:

Recipe 4 Love: choice of asparagus veloute, hot and creamy with a parmesan tuile, or stuffed squid with braised artichoke bottoms and zesty tomato sauce, or prosciutto and figs — imported prosciutto and black mission figs with creamy gorgonzola, micro basil and aged balsamic

Table 4 Two: select between an arugula salad with sweet strawberries, toasted hazelnuts, and champagne vinaigrette or salad of baby watercress with seedless watermelon, crumbled feta cheese, extra virgin olive oil, kissed with fresh mint.

Stir My Heart: For the main course, a lobster risotto with Maine lobster served with Arborio rice and finished with sweet butter and fresh grated pecorino is an option. Lovers can also feast on s seared pomegranate duck, pan seared and served with butternut squash and Shiitake mushroom hash or stuffed jumbo shrimp, stuffed with peeky toe crab meat and served with a grilled yellow squash and zucchini napoleon and beurre blanc sauce; grilled lollipop veal chop with an asparagus flan and morel mushroom 39 sauce.

Sweet Love: one of three sweet creations — warm and silky, a warm dark chocolate cake served with almond cremolata over a bed of coriander and port marinated strawberries; soft and sweet, an orange and honey mousse torte with a rosewater-champagne sorbet and vanilla anise cream; wild and spicy, a banana and ginger semi-fredo with a warm coffee cream and candied pop rocks.

Add to the Splendor and Tell Valentine “BE MINE” in Any of Five Ways
Prior to or after dinner, The Atlantic Resort & Spa and its surroundings is the perfect way to say “I Love You” by:

Stealing a kiss from the fifth floor pool-side terrace of The Atlantic Resort & Spa overlooking the Atlantic Ocean
Holding hands and linger as you walk on the golden sands of Fort Lauderdale Beach
Sharing appetizers and drinks at the ultra-chic Trina Lounge
Relaxing together with a couple’s massage at Spa Atlantic
Making an overnight or weekend reservation at the intimate and luxurious Atlantic Resort & Spa

Trina Restaurant and Lounge is located at The Atlantic Resort & Spa, 601 Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, on A1A between Las Olas and Sunrise Boulevards. For reservations, call 954.567.8070. For more information, visit www.trinarestaurant.com.

Ladies Sail for a Cure to benefit Florida Breast Cancer Coalition 2/7/09

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Ladies Sail for a Cure to benefit Florida Breast Cancer Coalition

Saturday, February 7, 2009 2pm-5pm
Pier 66 Fort Lauderdale, FL

3 hour party on board the beautiful Wild Cards catamaran.

Enjoy Food and Drinks, Friends and Family, Raffle Prizes and Goodie Bags. Watch the sun sparkle on the water — enjoy the scenery.

Advance ticket purchase required. Buy your ticket today at www.ladiessailforacure.org.
$75 per ticket
Sponsored by eboatcharters.com.

For more information click here.

Three of a Kind Group show at Bear and Bird’s at Tates Opening 1/17/09

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Bear and Bird, just finished leveling, plumbing and polishing the artwork for tomorrow’s opening!
Opening tomorrow night!
Three of a Kind Group show!

This SATURDAY night, THREE is the magic number! All of the artwork in this show are three parts of a whole, perhaps a triptych, panels in a story or fragments of an image.
Artists include: A. Pants / Alessandro Echevarria / Amanda Valdes / Dan Woodruff / Danielle {knee} Estefan / Danny Brito / DeKal / Erasmo Garcia / Francisco (Pac23) Perez / Hans Guignard / Helena Garcia / Jason Martin / Janet Gold / John Kissee / Kat Brunnegraff / Liz Lorini (Miss Kika) / Marcos Rivera / N! Satterfield / Natali Martinez / Netherland / Terribly Odd / Todd Nolan / and MORE!
Link to Show Flyer
Opening Night Reception: Saturday, January 17 from 7-10pm
Come out to the opening night festivities and meet some artists, enjoy some fine wine and triple chocolate cake!
For those of you who aren’t local, the show will be up online on Sunday! We’re going to get it up in the shop as fast as we can. I’ll try and also get preview photos of the gallery setup up on Flickr Saturday during the day, you can check that at: www.flickr.com/bearandbird
Show run dates: January 17 – February 21, 2009

*Coconut Cup resumes this weekend at Markham park 1/18/09

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Coconut Cup #4 – South Florida Championship series
Sunrise, FL (Markham Park)

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www.goneriding.com

Attention Coconut Cup racers planning to attend the Markham Park race on 1-18-09: The park has established a mountain bike pass system in order to ride on the trails, it is strictly enforced and it will be necessary for each and every rider to have a pass before they can ride, race on the trails. There is no cost, you simply have to go the main office, watch a 10 minute video and sign the necessary paperwork and they give you the pass which has no expiration date.

Also, there be no one allowed on the mountain bike trail system during the race except for riders who are actively racing (no spectators or support people will be allowed inside the gate).

Last Minute New Year’s Menus at Lola’s on Harrison, Trina’s and Hi-Life Cafe 12/31/08

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LAST MINUTE LOCATIONS TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR

Broward Restaurants Offer Lively Atmospheres
and Exquisite Dining Options at Every Price Point

The countdown to New Year’s Eve has already begun and for those with no where to ring in 2009, Broward has plenty of themed parties and locations for every taste and budget. From Lola’s on Harrison in Hollywood, to Trina Restaurant & Lounge on Fort Lauderdale Beach, to Hi-Life Café in North Fort Lauderdale, South Florida and its visitors can greet the New Year in grand culinary style.

At Lola’s on Harrison, Executive Chef/Owner Michael Wagner offers a value-added four-course, $65.00 per person New Year’s Eve menu and champagne toast in a trendy setting in Downtown Hollywood. Tease the palate with an Amuse Bouche of Whole Milk Mozzarella Boccacini with purple basil, cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. For appetizers, choose one of three starters: Grilled New Zealand Lamb Chops with fennel marmalade and citrus mint yogurt sauce; Salmon Carpaccio with arugula, endive, lemon zest, capers, red onions; or Maryland Blue Crab Cakes with carrot-mango salad, herb tartar sauce, and chili oil.

Wagner’s main dishes include: his signature Coca-Cola Beef Ribs with tarragon infused cream corn and buttermilk onion rings; Grilled Filet Mignon with roasted fingerling potato and caramelized onion hash in a demi-glace; a Pan Seared Mahi Mahi in a Shrimp risotto and Lobster butter sauce; and Roasted Belle & Evans Chicken with a basil mashed potatoes, caramelized Brussels sprouts and natural pan juices. Dessert tops off the New Year’s menu with a Chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding with chocolate cherry sauce; Key Lime Pie with vanilla wafer and pecan crust, lime zest, and whipped cream; and a Carrot Cake with powdered sugar. For reservations, call 954.927.9851 or visit www.lolasonharrison.com. Lola’s on Harrison is located at 2032 Harrison Street in Hollywood, Fla.

North on the beach, Trina Restaurant & Lounge presents a Mediterranean-themed New Year’s celebration in a beach-chic setting with majestic oceanfront views perfect for watching fireworks. Executive Chef Brian Kay has created a five-course menu and champagne toast for $95.00 per person. For starters, the menu consists of an Amuse Bouche, a choice of three appetizers (Champagne Oysters; Caramelized Calves Sweetbreads; “Gazpacho” Water), and choice of salad, including: Heirloom Tomato Salad; Roasted Artichoke & Fennel Salad; Octopus Carpaccio.

Trina’s center of the plate is always a conversation starter. Chef Kay and his culinary team have chosen a spectrum of dishes to please every palate, including: Roast Rack of Venison with glazed root vegetable batonnet and port reduction; Lobster Roll with butter poached Maine Lobster wrapped in saffron pasta and tarragon foam; Roast Poisson with fresh beluga lentils with bacon lardon and truffle Brussels sprouts; and Tenderloin of Beef in a parsnip puree, bone marrow foam and Chanterelle mushroom sauce.

For dessert, Pastry Chef Ashley Roehrig has arranged a duo of sweet endings: Warm Flourless Chocolate Cake with aged balsamic-infused strawberries or a Camembert Cheesecake with a concord grape sorbet, frozen champagne grapes, and walnut tuile.

For reservations, call 954.567.8070 or place your reservations online through on www.opentable.com. To learn more about Trina Restaurant & Lounge, visit www.trinarestaurant.com. Trina Restaurant & Lounge is located inside The Atlantic Resort & Spa at 601 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard.

The most indulgent New Year’s Eve soiree awaits patrons of former Top Chef Contestant Carlos Fernandez’s restaurant, Hi-Life Café, located one block south of Oakland Park Boulevard. Chef Carlos has prepared a lavish seven-course menu paired with select wines for $150.00 per person. The dinner begins at 8 p.m. with passed around hors d’oeuvres paired with J Pinot Gris Russian Valley 2006 (California): “Naked” Seafood Dumplings; Applewood Smoked Bacon Wrapped Shrimp; Chicken Curry on Mini Pita’s; Manchego Cheese & Black Olive Bites. The seven courses that follow include:

First Course: Black Bean Cake — A Vegetarian Cake prepared with Black Beans, Red Onion, Corn and Chili’s served over Garlic & Pepper Accented Haricots Vert and finished with a Roasted Red Pepper Aioli.
Paired With: Martinsancho Verdejo Rueda 2006 (Spain)

Second Course: Lobster & Tarragon Salad — Accented with Applewood Smoked Bacon and served over Garlic Toast.
Paired With: Domaine Chantemerle Chablis Boudin 2005 (France)

Third Course: Jumbo Sea Scallops — Almond and Cilantro Crusted, Sauteed and Served over a Fresh Mango Coulis
Paired With: Robert Sinsky Pinot Noir Los Carneros 2006 (California)

Fourth Course: Coconut Sorbet — Bathed in a Cloud of ‘Lime-en-Cello’

Fifth Course: Spicy Fried Chicken & Waffles—Crispy, Spicy Fried Chicken Breast over a Belgian Waffle Finished with Vermont Maple Syrup
Paired With: Seghesio Zinfandel Sonoma County 2007 (California)

Sixth Course: Beef Tenderloin—Seared in a Soy Broth, Topped with Sauteed Exotic Mushrooms and Carmelized Onions and Accompanied with Creamy Sun-dried Tomato Mashed Potatoes
Paired With: Geografico Ferraido Super Tuscan 2004 (Italy)

Seventh Course: Trio of Cupcakes—Served with ‘Sin-a-Mon’ Ice Cream
Paired With: Francois Montand Rose Brut Champagne Nv (France)

For reservations, call 954.563.1395 or e-mail chuck@hilifecafe.com. To learn more about Hi-Life Cage, visit www.hilifecafe.com. Hi-Life Café is located at 3000 North Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale.

Anime Supercon’s Broward Anime Festival Ft. Lauderdale 2/6-8/09

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Broward Anime Festival February 6 – 8

Anime Supercon’s “Broward Anime Festival” (B.A.F.) is a 3 day festival for fans of Anime, Cosplay, Manga, Video Games and Comic Books taking place February 6-8, 2009 at The Inverrary Resort: 3501 Inverrary Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale FL. 33319.

The first announced guests for the event include:

Stephanie Sheh: Stephanie Ru-Phan Sheh (born April 10, 1977 in Los Angeles, California) is a Chinese-American voice actress, a writer, and a story editor. She is also credited as Jennifer Sekiguchi, Tiffany Hsieh, Lulu Chiang, and Laura Chyu. As Jennifer Sekiguchi, she has been honored with a nomination for “Best Voice Actress in an Anime Comedy” by the American Anime Awards for her work in Girls Bravo and Haré+Guu. Stephanie has a ridiculously huge body of work. Some of her main roles include: Naruto (Hinata Hyuga, Naruto Uzumaki’s Sexy Jutsu, Kin Tsuchi, and Hanabi Hyuga), Bleach (Orihime Inoue, Isane Kotetsu, Yoshi), Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion (Kaguya Sumeragi, Anya Alstreim), The Prince of Tennis (Tomoka Osakada, Nanako Meino, An Tachibana), Tengen Toppa (Gurren Lagann, Kinon Bachika), Zatch Bell! (Shion Hibiki, Penny).

Michele Knotz: Michele Knotz has been in many an Anime lover’s ears as she has done numerous voice overs, portraying many different characters for the American market of the likes of “Pokemon”, etc. Born in New Jersey, she studied acting at DeSales University in Center Valley, Pennsylvania before transferring to study television and radio production at Marywood University in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Knotz was the winner of the 2003 Anime Idol voice acting contest held at the now defunct Big Apple Anime Fest convention in New York City and debuted in the role of Hajime Yagi in The World of Narue. As of 2007, she plays Team Rocket’s Jessie as well as the voices of Misty, May, Nurse Joy and Ash Ketchum’s mother Delia in the Pokémon USA/TAJ Productions English dub of the Pokémon anime meta series.Michele will be breaking out to the physical world and gracing our screen in a live action “Anime-come to Life” role. Michele will be playing the character of “Abigail”. The lead character Jimmy’s dead girlfriend. (Yes dead, but she gets better!)

Sophie Mcnutt: Sophie McNutt, Director of FUNImation’s Operation Anime, will be
representing FUNImation Entertainment at B.A.F. Ms. McNutt will be hosting various panels to discuss a wide array topics such as the current state of the anime industry, upcoming titles, running local anime clubs, and more!

Plus: Deleon Walters (Artist), Joel Estrada (Artist), Manny Aquilera (Artist), Jiro Tamase (Artist), The Earth Dies Screaming (Nerdcore Band) and MANY, MANY more to be announced!

The event will include celebrity guests, console video gaming, L.A.N. gaming, tabletop gaming, card gaming, artists, writers, vendors, industry guests, Q&A’s, parties, costume contests, anime programming, manga, cosplay, workshops, panels, cosplay photo shoots, dance parties, tournaments and more! Some of the main events planned include a Friday night “Mardi Gras Ball”, Costume Competition with over $2,000 in cash and prizes to be awarded, Saturday night “Till Death Do Us Part” Valentines Ball, The Supercon Vendor Fashion show, Karaoke, Sunday afternoon Gothic Lolita Tea Party, Cosplay Competition, Pocky Eating contest, Late Night “Club B.A.F.” dance party Friday and Saturday night and multiple photo shoots. More events are in the planning stages and will be announced soon!

The convention hours of operation are:
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6: 4:00PM – 2:00AM
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7: 11:00AM – 2:00AM
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8: 11:00AM – 6:00PM

For more information and updates: visit www.animesupercon.com

B.A.F. Tickets are currently available online and will be available at the show.
General Admission (3) Day Weekend Pass
$25 if reserved before January 1, 2009
$30 if reserved after January 2, 2009 or at the door.
Single Day passes are available online and at the show for Friday ($20), Saturday ($25) and Sunday ($20)
Children under 10 years old are FREE when accompanied by a paid adult.
Parents accompanying children over 10 years old are eligible for a Parents ticket (which provides a $10 discount)
Military, Police and Firefighters get a $10 per ticket discount.
VIP Tickets are available for $100

Vendor and Artist space in now available and information is online at
http://animesupercon.com/VENDORS.html

About Supercon Conventions

Supercon Conventions is the organizer of South Florida’s largest genre conventions, including Florida Supercon, Anime Supercon, Broward Anime Festival and Florida Comic-Con. Founded in 2006, Supercon Conventions is run by lifelong fans of Comic Books, Anime, Animation, Cosplay, Science Fiction, Horror and Video Games with the goal to provide the most entertaining and educational experience possible. For more information visit www.floridasupercon.com or www.animesupercon.com

Trina Restaurant and Lounge New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu 12/31/08

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Trina Restaurant & Lounge invites you to celebrate the season with our Mediterranean-inspired New Year’s Eve menu.

New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu | December 31, 2008
Champagne Oysters
West Coast Oysters Poached in Champagne with Leek Fondue & Sevruga Caviar
Caramelized Calves Sweetbreads
Pickled Winter Vegetables & Perigord Truffle Vinaigrette
Lobster Roll
Butter Poached Maine Lobster Wrapped in Saffron Pasta & Tarragon Foam
Roast Poisson
French Beluga Lentils with Bacon Lardon & Truffle Brussels Sprouts
Tenderloin of Beef
Parsnip Puree, Bone Marrow Foam & Chanterelle Mushroom Sauce
Warm Flourless Chocolate Cake
With Aged Balsamic Infused Strawberries
For the full New Year’s Eve Dinner Menu, please click here for PDF version.

For reservations, please call 954.567.8070 or place your reservations online through Open Table.

Trina Restaurant & Lounge is located at The Atlantic Resort & Spa, 601 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Trina Restaurant and Lounge 12/25/08

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Trina Restaurant & Lounge invites you to celebrate the season with our Mediterranean-inspired Christmas menu.

Christmas Day Dinner Menu | December 25, 2008
Pan Seared Loin of Rabbit
Roasted Hazelnuts, Granny Smith Apples, Roasted Shallot Puree & Braised Endive
House Cured Gravlax
Cured Salmon, Chick Pea Cake, Micro Greens, Zucchini Tartar & Mustard Oil
Salad of White Asparagus
Warm Pancetta Vinaigrette, Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes & Frisèe
Sautéed Halibut
Served over Baby Artichoke & Yellow Beet Barigoule
Duet of Duck
Pan Seared Breast & Confit of Duck with Caramelized Plums & Haricots Verts
Eggnog Cheesecake
with Gingerbread Crust and Candied Kumquats
For the full Christmas Day Dinner Menu, please click here for a PDF version.

For reservations, please call 954.567.8070 or place your reservations online through Open Table

Trina Restaurant & Lounge is located at The Atlantic Resort & Spa, 601 North Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

4th Annual Holiday Stocking Affair Benefiting Care Resource 12/17/08

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Hear Ye! Hear Ye!
4th Annual Holiday Stocking Affair
Benefiting Care Resource.

On Wednesday, December 17th, 2008, Bill’s, (2209 Wilton Drive) and Care Resource present the 4th Annual Holiday Stocking Affair benefiting South Florida’s oldest and largest HIV/AIDS service organization. Beginning at 6:30 PM, this event will once again prove to be very exciting as attendees are given the opportunity to bid on uniquely created, filled holiday stockings donated by community artists, merchants, organizations, and local celebrities such as yourself. 100% of the proceeds raised from this event will help us serve the needs of Care Resource clients. The past three years have seen this event blossom into an amazing success and this year the Holiday Stocking Affair is sure to be even bigger.
We invite you to join in the fun! Let your imagination run wild! Think outside of the box!
Create or sponsor a stocking (remember, creativity is important) and submit it to Care Resource for auction (or call us for a pickup)
Attend the charity auction on Wednesday, December 17th.
Eat, Drink and Support a worthy Cause
Care Resource is conveniently located in both Miami-Dade and Broward Counties and collectively provides services for over 8,000 clients. Our dedicated and loyal staff takes pride in creating and/or implementing prevention strategies within our affected communities. Our outreach and education initiatives, including testing, on-site medical care, research protocols as well as family counseling and support, offer a wide array of programs that respond to every need of our HIV at-risk and infected areas. We are pleased to announce that today over 3,000 HIV patients have benefited from participation in studies of promising new anti-HIV drugs conducted by our agency, resulting in 13 new FDA drug approvals.
So, get your creative energy going and help us make a difference in the lives of over 8,000 clients living with HIV/AIDS.
For further information please feel free to contact me at 305-576-1234 Ext. 210 in Miami/Dade County or email me at the address below. We’ll be contacting you soon to answer any questions you may have or schedule your stocking pickup!
Have a wonderful and joyous Holiday Season!

Winterfest Boat Parade 12/13/08

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Winterfest Boat Parade
Saturday, December 13 at 6:30 p.m.

This year’s Winterfest Boat Parade, a holiday tradition in South Florida, will be lead by Grand Marshal Jim Belushi aboard the Glaceau vitaminwater/Choice Environmental Services Showboat (the Grand Floridian) as one million spectators and millions more at home watch the spectacle of lights. The Grandstand Viewing Area (inside Birch State Park on the N.E. corner of Sunrise Boulevard and the Intracoastal Waterway) offers the best seats on land to view the parade. Seats are reserved and assigned, and the gates open at 3 p.m. with fun family activities, live entertainment featuring the Fabulons, The Seminole Outpost and a Culinary Courtyard offering food and drinks and presented by Michelob Ultra. If you plan to view the parade by boat, make sure to anchor by 4 p.m. to avoid shutdowns of the ICW and New River. The 37th annual parade, presented by Seminole Hard Rock, will be broadcast on WSVN Channel 7 and Comcast.

New River to the Intracoastal Waterway
Fort Lauderdale

Howard Na in piano recital within Chopin for All free concert series 12/6-7/08

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Chopin Foundation of the United States
Chopin for All series of free concerts presents piano recital by

Howard Na
finalist of the 2005 National Chopin Piano Competition

Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 7:00 PM
Broward County Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave, Ft. Lauderdale

Sunday, December 7, 2008, 3:00 PM
Granada Presbyterian Church, 950 University Drive, Coral Gables.

Program Music by Chopin, Beethoven, Scriabin and Medtner

Admission Free

For more information please call: 305/868-0624 or visit www.chopin.org

Small Stuff 2 Opening Night Reception at Bear and Bird at Tate’s 11/29/08

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We are having a pre-viewing 11am-6pm tomorrow (so people can just SEE the show in it’s entirety before stuff starts going home) and purchasing begins at 7pm with the opening reception.

If you’re local, try and make it out the opening night reception, we will have wine, cheese and delicoius Italian cookies as refreshments – plus you’ll get first dibs on some really amazing, AFFORDABLE artwork!

Small Stuff 2 Opening Night Reception: Saturday, November 29 from 7-10pm

More preview images.

As an added bonus, we also have a big Black Friday Weekend Coupon Madness sale going on through Sunday!
You can print out a coupon sheet.

We got a nice little writeup about the Small Stuff show in the local New Times paper.

Bear and Bird Boutique + Gallery
inside/upstairs at
TATE’S Comics+Toys+Videos+More
4566 N. University Drive
Lauderhill, Florida 33351
Phone: 954-748-0181
www.bearandbird.com
www.tatescomics.com
amanda@bearandbird.com
Hours: Mon-Thurs 11am-8pm, Fri & Sat 11am-9pm, Sun Noon-6pm

Jaco Pastorius Park – Grand Opening & Concert Announcement 12/1/08

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ENJOY A FREE “JAZZ ON THE GREEN” CONCERT AT THE GRAND OPENING OF JACO PASTORIUS PARK
DECEMBER 1st

Artists performing include; Toni Bishop, Ira Sullivan, Bobby Thomas, Othello Molineaux, and Randy Bernsen

The City of Oakland Park Florida will take another important step in its downtown redevelopment at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, December 1st when City officials and other dignitaries cut the ribbon for the grand opening of Jaco Pastorius Park at 4000 North Dixie Highway.

The ceremony will be followed by a free “Jazz on the Green” concert featuring several artists who were closely associated with the new park’s legendary namesake Jaco Pastorius.

“We selected December 1st as this was Jaco’s birthday,” says Mayor Layne Dallett Walls. “And we are excited to feature performances from musicians who had personal connections to Jaco, as well as the jazz band from Northeast High School which Jaco attended.”

Pastorius, who grew up near Oakland Park City Hall, showcased what would soon become extraordinary musical talents at Northeast High School. More than 20 years after his untimely death, he is still considered by many in the music industry as the world’s greatest bass guitarist. During his short yet brilliant career Jaco also recorded albums with other jazz legends including, Pat Metheny, Herbie Hancock, Joni Mitchell and the super-group Weather Report.

According to Parks and Leisure Services Director Jenna LaFleur, the 6 p.m. jazz concert will feature a “who’s who” of South Florida jazz. Songstress Toni Bishop, Othello Molineaux, Ira Sullivan, Bobby Thomas, and Randy Bernsen are among the artists scheduled to perform.

“We are pleased to present this free concert for our residents and anyone else who would like to come and see why we refer to Oakland Park as a ‘hometown choice,’” said LaFleur, who encourages everyone to bring blankets or lawn chairs as the concert will take place on the park’s large grassy field.

For information on the grand opening of Jaco Pastorius Park or the free jazz concert, please call the city’s Parks and Leisure Services at 954-630-4500.

Info provided by:
www.HotHouseFlorida.com
www.myspace.com/HotHouseFlorida

South Florida Jazz 17th Anniversary Gala: Turtle Island String Quartet 11/15/08

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South Florida JAZZ presents the 17th Anniversary Gala
Saturday, November 15, 2008 – 8:00 PM

TURTLE ISLAND QUARTET
A Love Supreme: The Legacy of John Coltrane

This is a rare opportunity to see one of the most extraordinary ensembles in modern music, a string quartet of gifted jazz musicians. Join us for this magnificent concert that benefits South Florida JAZZ programs in the community. Excellent seats are still available with VIP amenities if you desire them. The Turtle Island Quartet reprises its 2008 Grammy-winning tribute to jazz legend John Coltrane.

What they say about Turtle Island Quartet:

“A standard beyond the reach of its few contemporaries… In the multifarious idiom they have all but invented, Turtle Island remains the ne plus ultra.” – Los Angeles Times

“Impeccable precision in its pitch and coordination…ebullient!” – New York Times

“It’s group string jazz at its finest, not only brilliantly conceived but brilliantly played as well, by master-musicians having a wonderful time with their own wit and humor and imagination. – Sacramento Bee
Tickets on sale NOW!
Reserved $40 or VIP $125*
Toll-free: 877.311.7469; or 954.462.0222
Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center
Nova Southeastern University
3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr Blvd
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
VIP Packages include:
Prime Reserved Seats
Pre-Concert Cocktail Party
2009 South Florida JAZZ Membership
One-year Subscription to JazzTimes Magazine
Call for Tickets: 954.462.0222
Toll-free: 877.311.SHOW (7469)
E-Ticketing Click Here!

*VIP Packages can be purchased from South Florida JAZZ directly for only $100 per person until October 1
South Florida JAZZ
10460 Kestrel Street
Plantation, FL 33322
Distribution by:
Charles R. Boyer, Publisher
Hot House Florida
PO Box 2614
Palm Beach FL 33480
561-313-7432
www.HotHouseFlorida.com
www.myspace.com/HotHouseFlorida
Charlie@HotHouseFlorida.com
Florida’s Free Monthly Guide to Jazz, Latin & Blues

Kathy Tarbox Fundraiser 11/20/08

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Kathy’s story: In 2001 Kathy was diagnosed with breast cancer. Three months short of her 5-year-cancer-free anniversary, the cancer came back with a vengeance. For the last three years she has endured weekly chemo treatments. As you all know, the costs associated with long-term cancer create a substantial financial burden. A single parent, Kathy has two daughters in college: Callie is in Law School at UF; Catie is a sophomore at FAU. Please join us in our efforts to support Kathy.
date: Thursday, November 20
time: after work; raffle begins at 7 p.m.
where: Bru’s Room on Sample at 441 (954.968.3663)
cover: $25 at door, includes hors d’oeuvres
rsvp: tori@vbmc.com or beckyevents@bellsouth.net by Nov. 18
Raffle Prizes Panther tickets • round of golf for 4 at Colony West • Banana Republic gift certificate • dinner for two prepared by personal chef in your home • tickets to Freddie Jackson concert • gift certificate to TruLuck’s • and much more

If you can donate raffle prizes, please e-mail tori@vbmc.com with details.

Viva la Propaganda at Bear and Bird Opens 10/18/08

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Opening this Saturday Night!
Viva la Propaganda: Political Art
By the People for the People of South Florida
Is there anything more American than artists expressing their opinions through their art? Even if you don’t agree with them… especially when you don’t agree with them! All viewpoints are welcome in this show and all local artists were invited to participate. We felt it was important for people to have an chance to speak THEIR minds, especially when there is so much coverage in the media about politics and the election coming up. Link to Show Flyer
Opening Night Reception: Saturday, October 18 from 7-10pm
Join us at the opening for complimentary beer, hot dogs and cookies!
Bear and Bird Boutique + Gallery inside/upstairs at TATE’S
4566 North University Drive / Lauderhill, Florida 33351 / Phone: 954-748-0181
website: www.bearandbird.com
email: amanda@bearandbird.com
Learn more about TATE’S at: www.tatescomics.com

Jeans-n-Jackets Networking Event 9/26/08

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Jeans-n-Jackets Networking Event
Friday, Sept 26, 2008
At the E Spot Restaurant & Bar inside the beautiful Embassy Suites
1100 SE 17th Street Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
$4 self-parking ~ Valet services are available
6pm – 9:30pm
Complimentary with RSVP 800-490-9632 Ext 0 or $10 without rsvp
Refreshments on us, drinks on You ~ 18 to attend 21 to drink
Business casual or jeans and blazer – No White T’s or shorts
MUST RSVP 800-490-9632 EXT 0 or $10 without rsvp
Come meet with young professionals and promote your up coming event, new business or service in a tropical setting while enjoying soft music and refreshments.

Jeans-n-Jackets Networking Event 9/26/08

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Jeans-n-Jackets Networking Event
Friday, Sept 26, 2008
At the E Spot Restaurant & Bar inside the beautiful Embassy Suites
1100 SE 17th Street
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
$4 self-parking ~ Valet services are available
6pm – 9:30pm
Complimentary with RSVP 800-490-9632 Ext 0 or $10 without rsvp
Refreshments on us, drinks on You ~ 18 to attend 21 to drink
Business casual or jeans and blazer – No White T’s or shorts
Come meet with young professionals and promote your up coming event, new business or service in a tropical setting while enjoying soft music and refreshments. Join FCPi as they announce their new Spokes Model for 2009. FCPi’s current Spokes Model 2008 Ms. Lulu Orange will be moving on to host “City Nights” an online entertainment and lifestyle show aired on www.youtube.com/fcpitv
Looking for models & designers ages 18 & older for promotions, pageant, runway and hair show. These casting calls will be held during the event.
The Hot Pink Dolls seeking classy upscale models for new promotions
Southern Belle Promotions seeking contestants for Miss Ft. Lauderdale USA Pageant
Kimaje Kreations seeking designers for the Designers Fashion Expo 2008. Receive
a HUGE discount for entry by attending this casting
Vincent Colebrook seeking hair models for upcoming Hair Topia hair show
This event is sponsored by: www.embassysuites1.hilton.com

NetParty “First Fridays” at Pangaea 9/5/08

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NetParty “First Fridays” at Pangaea begin Friday, September 5!
As seen in Forbes (Best of the Web) and Cosmopolitan (“Top New Ways to Meet”), NetParty is a unique event that is held at the hippest venues and “combines business networking with social fun” (Forbes).
Thanks you for the great response to our South Florida events. Beginning Friday, September 5, we will be organizing a NetParty event on the First Friday of every month at the exclusive Pangaea-Ultra Lounge. Join us and open yourself to meeting hundreds of new people for business contacts and social connections.
Although our NetParty event is normally $20, during our Introductory Period in South Florida, you are invited to RSVP for Free Admission and enjoy:
Half priced martini drink specials from 6 pm to 8 pm
Complimentary passed hors d’oeuvres from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Cool music played at a low volume to facilitate successful business and social networking until 8 pm
DJ and dancing beginning at 8 pm
Meeting hundreds of young, fun professionals for business contacts and friendships like you can do nowhere else
Pangaea, takes guests on a “virtual expedition.” (Nightclub.com). Meaning “all lands” in Greek, Pangaea combines elements of Asian, African, and European culture to create a “sexy and sense-heightening” (Nightclub.com) experience.

Largely inspired by African game lodges, Pangaea pays tribute to the Dark Continent with West African adobe structures, horned-animal skulls, spears and cartographic art. The shadows cast by dim candlelight across these artifacts “conveys the sense of being swept away on a nighttime safari.” (CoolJunkie.com). An elaborate outdoor fire-pit completes the allusion.

Fall Business Expo 8/26/08

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Fall Business Expo
Tuesday, August 26th, Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
SHERATON FORT LAUDERDALE AIRPORT HOTEL, 1825 Griffin Road – SE Corner of I-95 & Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale
Admission: Free One Business Card
Everyone is Welcome to Attend
Biz To Biz Networking has been providing a unique venue for business leaders to connect and showcase their products and services. Biz To Biz Business EXPOS was inspired by the need for a affordable event for business professionals with an understanding that networking and visibility are critical to the growth of business.

Fine Art Barbeque 8/15-17/08

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Friday – Sunday, August 15 – 17, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

You’ll find fine art and antiques, artists’ studios, custom framing and dining at Grace Cafe and Galleries. See the largest exhibition of the work of Purvis Young, spanning 4 decades, and his summer collection featuring a variety of iconic images. This weekend enjoy a fun summertime barbeque amid the fine art and enjoy live tango performances and workshops, as well as the music of pianist Ivan Borak. Free and open to the public.

Grace Cafe and Galleries
49 N. Federal Highway, Dania Beach
954-921-1231
www.gracecafeandgalleries.com

6th Annual Kilwin’s of Coral Springs Sundae Event 8/9/08

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6th Annual Kilwin’s of Coral Springs Sundae Event
Saturday, August 9 from 3 to 5 p.m.
Create your own ice cream sundae courtesy of Kilwin’s of Coral Springs! Great for the whole family – $4 per person. Call for reservations and more information.
Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, 954-340-5000

Just a note, Kilwin’s is owned by my extended family in Naples

DJ Soozin this sunday 8/10/08

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hello friends!!!
I’d love to see you this sunday, 8/10, at porterhouse in downtown ft laud! It was super fun when I played there last month and I’m excited to be invited back again!! no cover, cheap drinks, and right around the corner from voodoo if you are in the mood for a drag show too:)
flyer attached, hope to see you there!!!!!!!!!!

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