YoungArts Backyard Ball Performance and Gala
Saturday, 01/09/2016 – 07:30 pm – 11:00 pm
YoungArts Campus
2100 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: 1000

National YoungArts Week will culminate with the organization’s largest annual fundraiser, the YoungArts Backyard Ball Performance and Gala, presented by MaxMara and emceed by Tony and Grammy Award-winning actor, singer and director, YoungArts Alumnus Billy Porter (1987 Winner in Theater). During the event, YoungArts will honor director and actress Rosie Perez and director Robert Wilson with the Arison Award, as well as performer, Tony Award nominee, YoungArts Master Teacher and 1997 YoungArts Winner in Theater Tony Yazbeck with the Arison Alumni Award, for their outstanding contributions and indelible impact on the arts. Co-chaired by Armando and Margarita Codina and Tracey and Bruce Berkowitz with support from the 35th Anniversary Committee chaired by Sarah Arison, the celebratory evening will honor all 2016 YoungArts Winners and include a series of performance vignettes, directed by Yazbeck, featuring YoungArts alumni including Desmond Richardson (1986 Winner in Dance and U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts), Dave Eggar (1987 Winner in Music and U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts), India Carney (2011 Winner in Theater, Voice and U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts), Andrew Nemr (1997 Winner in Dance), Jake Goldbas (2007 Winner in Jazz), Pascal Le Boeuf (2004 Winner in Jazz and Music) and Riley O’Flynn (2014 Winner in Dance).

Tickets start at $1,000 and tables are available starting at $10,000. For more information or to reserve tickets by phone, please contact gala@youngarts.org or call Everett Ford at 305.377.1140, extension 1808.

Saturday, January 23, 2016 at 7 p.m.
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County
Knight Concert Hall
1300 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132
Gala tickets: $2,000, $1,500, and $1,000. Please contact 305-372-7747 to purchase tickets.
Concert-only tickets range from $75-$220 and can be purchased at 305-949-6722.
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Music Director Franz Welser-Möst and Soprano Renée Fleming perform at Cleveland Orchestra Miami 10th anniversary Gala. Gala Chairs are Susan and Jeffrey Feldman, with Honorary Chairs Florence and Sheldon Anderson, Hector Fortun, Jan Lewis, and Sue Miller.
The Cleveland Orchestra
Franz Welser-Möst, conductor
Renée Fleming, soprano
Program includes works by Mozart and Ravel and Verdi.

Cleveland Orchestra Miami announces the tenth anniversary Gala event on Saturday, January 23, 2016. As Cleveland Orchestra Miami celebrates ten seasons as a vital part of the Miami culture, this spectacular first Annual Gala celebration is a tribute to the ongoing partnership between The Cleveland Orchestra and the Miami community in sharing world-class music through concert performances, education presentations, and community events. This special evening features Music Director Franz Welser-Möst and world-renowned soprano Renée Fleming joining and The Cleveland Orchestra in performance at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County’s Knight Concert Hall.
Gala Chairs are Susan and Jeffrey Feldman, with Honorary Chairs Florence and Sheldon Anderson, Hector Fortun, Jan Lewis, and Sue Miller. The Cleveland Orchestra Miami Gala will be an evening of incredible music to celebrate ten seasons of The Cleveland Orchestra’s relationship with the Miami-Dade community.

“Cleveland Orchestra Miami’s Gala will be the social event of the season,” said Susan Feldman, 2016 Cleveland Orchestra Miami Gala Chair. “We are delighted to feature superstar soprano Renée Fleming alongside Franz Welser-Möst and the magnificent Cleveland Orchestra for our first-ever gala. As we embark on the next ten years of this extraordinary partnership, we are proud to celebrate what we as a community have built with The Cleveland Orchestra. This is a must-attend event!”

The spectacular tenth anniversary season Gala evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with valet parking at the Hotel Intercontinental with transportation provided to the Adrienne Arsht Center for the 7:00 p.m. concert performance by The Cleveland Orchestra and Music Director Franz Welser-Möst featuring soprano Renée Fleming. After the concert, transportation will be provided to return guests to the Hotel Intercontinental for a cocktail reception and elegant dinner in the Ballroom.

A recent performance by The Cleveland Orchestra and Renée Fleming drew rave reviews from the Cleveland Plain Dealer: “…the orchestra, under Welser-Möst’s sure hand, provided a rich nocturnal backdrop for this autumnal masterpiece.” – “The thunderous ovations attested to the evening’s musical success….” – “Fleming’s voice is a fine marvel, maintaining its creamy tone throughout her entire range….”

The “Dream” Big Gala
Saturday, 01/30/2016 – 07:00 pm –
American Airlines Area
601 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: $750

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami will serve as host to the 2016 “Dream” Big Gala, which attracts hundreds of Miami’s corporate and philanthropic elite every year. The 13th annual gala includes an auction, live entertainment, dancing and gourmet cuisine, beginning with cocktails at 7 p.m. The goal of the Big Dream Gala is to raise $1 million toward supporting mentorship programs for at-risk youths.

2015 Diamond Ball: Diamonds Are Forever
Saturday, 10/10/2015 – 07:30 pm –
JW Marriott Marquis Miami
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way,
Downtown Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: https://www.mchf.org/diamondball/rsvp

The Diamond Ball ranks among the top fundraisers in Florida and is recognized by society’s elite as the launch of the South Florida gala season. As Miami Children’s Health System’s premier signature event, the Diamond Ball pays tribute to the Hospital’s grateful patients, world-class physicians and generous philanthropists, and helps to raise funds to position Miami Children’s as a world leader and global destination for pediatric health and wellness.

Invited guests experience a spectacular themed black-tie affair with a stylish cocktail soiree featuring entertainment, a sensational silent auction and much more.

The event attracts an esteemed group of business, community and philanthropic notables with strong international connections and the common bond of making a difference in the lives of children. During the event, the Foundation will introduce their Ambassador David M. Walters International Pediatric Hall of Fame 2015 inductee. Past honorees include Juanes, Beyoncé, Dwyane Wade, Barbara and Jack Nicklaus, Audrey Hepburn, Walt Disney, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, Juanes and most recently, Romero Britto.

Adrienne Arsht Center For The Performing Arts Of Miami-Dade County Announces 9th Anniversary Gala
Friday, 04/24/2015 – 04/24/2015 06:30 pm –
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida 33132
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Cost: $2500 per individual ticket

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County will host its 9th anniversary gala on April 24, 2015. The Sanford and Dolores Ziff Ballet Opera House will be transformed into an intimate dining and performance space for this special evening.

The 9th anniversary gala will once again be chaired by two of South Florida’s most esteemed members of the philanthropic community, Swanee and Paul DiMare. Adrienne Arsht, the Center’s name benefactor, will serve as honorary chair. Margaret and Mike Eidson will serve as Gala co-chairs. Gala proceeds will support the Center’s mission-driven arts education and community outreach programs.

“Every Gala is an opportunity for us to see how the support and funding provided by the philanthropic community has helped the Arsht Center in achieving its mission of making the performing arts accessible to all, as all the money raised through this event goes directly back to education programming,” said Swanee DiMare, chair of the Gala for the third year in a row.

Tony, Emmy and Grammy Award-winning international superstar Barry Manilow will wow guests with a concert at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-with a special tribute to Frank Sinatra in honor of Frank’s 100th birthday. For the Arsht Center’s annual celebration, the Center will transform the Ziff Ballet Opera House into an intimate “supper club” with cocktails, dinner, and dancing directly on the Lynn Wolfson Stage. The 9th anniversary gala will once again be chaired by two of South Florida’s most esteemed members of the philanthropic community, Swanee and Paul DiMare. Adrienne Arsht, the Center’s name benefactor, will serve as honorary chair. Margaret and Mike Eidson will serve as Gala co-chairs.

The attire is black tie. Limited table and sponsorship opportunities are available for $50,000 and $25,000, and individual tickets are available for $2,500. For more information about corporate and individual sponsorship opportunities or to RSVP for the event, please call (786) 468-2020 or email advancement@arshtcenter.org.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Miami To Celebrate New Home, Recognize Supporters At 2015 Big Event ‘Dream’ Gala
Sunday, 02/28/2015 – 07:30 pm – 01:30 am
JW Marriott Marquis Miami
1109 1109 Brickell Avenue,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: $750+

COST: Individual tickets for the Gala are $750. Sponsorships for tables of 10 guests that offer other benefits are available for corporations, organizations, and individuals on several levels: Dream Maker ($50,000), Dream Builder ($25,000), Daydreamer ($15,000), and Dream Team ($10,000). Table sponsorship are also available.

The Big Event -Big Brothers Big Sisters gala
Saturday, 02/28/2015 – 07:00 pm – 01:00 am
JW Marriott Marquis Miami
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: 750.00+

The Big Event -Big Brothers Big Sisters annual agency gala, held in February, has been the talk of South Florida for over 10 years. This is not a boring black-tie function, but a festive, interactive party featuring an auction village, dinner, dancing, live entertainment and gourmet cuisine in some of Miami’s top venues. The Big Event is attended by Miami’s corporate and philanthropic elite.

Beaux Arts Hosts 62nd Annual Beaux Arts Ball
November 8, 2014; 7 p.m.
Alfred I. DuPont Building
169 E. Flagler Street #5, Miami 33131
Tickets: $275 per person
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www.BeauxArtsMiami.org

Join Beaux Arts to celebrate Miami’s oldest costume ball and the organization’s ongoing support for the University of Miami’s Lowe Art Museum. Hosted at the Alfred I. DuPont Building, this year’s event will carry the much anticipated theme of “Midnight in the Garden of Good & Evil”.

Evening events will include a large silent auction, featuring over 200 items valued at over $150,000 and a first-ever Storied Wine Pull; a sit-down dinner and dancing; a costume and skit competition; and an exciting raffle with the top prize a $2,500 shopping spree at Neiman Marcus.

62nd Annual Beaux Arts Ball title sponsors include City National Bank, and Mercedes Benz of Coral Gables and Cutler Bay. Additional sponsors include the Medina Family Foundation, UHealth, Ashley Cusack Realty, LNR Properties, Lowell International Realty, Neiman Marcus, SABMiller, Thierry’s Catering, Grey Goose Vodka, and Allie Munroe.

Funds raised at the event will be used for exhibitions, improvements and acquisitions to the Lowe’s permanent collection, as well as to finance the organization’s flagship program, Hands On!, which exposes underserved children from Miami-Dade to the visual arts.

Beaux Arts Ball Chairs: Meredith Kallaher and Anne Beaumont Neithardt

7th annual “It’s All About the Kids” event
Saturday, Oct. 4, 7:30 p.m.
JW Marriott Marquis
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way
Miami, FL 33131
Individual tickets are $175 for members and $200 for non-members
purchase online
To follow the event conversation online, use the official hashtag: #FriendOfStJudeMiami.

Friends of St. Jude (FOSJ) Miami, the young professionals group dedicated to raising awareness and funding for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®, and chaired by Jeb Bush Jr., invites the South Florida community to the seventh annual International Dermatology “It’s All About the Kids” event, presented by the Andrés Asion Foundation.

“We are excited to host another successful event, to ensure children battling cancer and other life-threatening diseases can receive the treatment and care they need,” said Jeb Bush Jr., chair of FOSJ. “Thanks to our partners and South Florida’s ongoing support, Friends of St. Jude has raised more than $600,000 to help ensure no family ever receives a bill from St. Jude for their treatment, travel, housing or food.”

The event will feature a tasting menu and cocktails, as well as music performances by The Culture Band and DJ Troubles. This year’s hosts include award-winning journalist and anchor of Univision Network’s news-magazine show Primer Impacto Pamela Silva Conde and recording artist Jencarlos Canela.

“I’ve had the pleasure to witness first-hand, the great work that St. Jude does for their patients and their families,” said Silvia Trinidad, from International Dermatology Research. “I am wholeheartedly committed to St. Jude and their tireless work in the advancements of cancer research and treatment for the children.”

“In many cases, St. Jude is the last hope for children suffering from cancer, who have previously not responded well to standard treatments, because St. Jude is where doctors send their toughest cases as the hospital has the world’s best survival rates for the most aggressive childhood cancers”, said Andres Asion. “They are at the forefront of developing new treatment options that are then shared freely with hospitals around the world.”

International Dermatology will serve as the event’s title sponsor for the sixth consecutive year. Other sponsors include: Andres Asion Foundation, Stephan Gutierrez, Walmart, The Honorable & Mrs. Carlos Gutierrez and Family, Rana Furniture, LAAD, Richmond Global, Erik Fresen, Academica, Comcast, Cesar & Pamela Conde, La Carreta, Garrido Foundation, The Averhoff Family, Henry Parra, Braman Honda, Wolfington Companies, NCR – Local Florida, Marsh & McLennan Agency, Sazon, Promotional Party Sticks, Champion Companies, iBody, Google, Nuage Designs, Liquid Sky Laser, Lourdes Milian Productions, Bambini Soiree, Casa Diris, Randy Borges, Julien Diaz, Selecta Magazine, SocialMiami.com, Radio Mambi, Mix 98.3, Amor 107.5 and Univision America.

Communities in Schools of Miami Celebrates 25th Anniversary With Charity Gala to Benefit Youth
Saturday, 04/26/2014 – 06:30 pm –
Epic Hotel-Metropolis Ballroom
270 Biscayne Boulevard Way,
Miami, Florida 33131
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Cost: $200

CIS of Miami’s largest fundraiser is their annual gala, and this year’s event slated for Saturday, April 26th will be a black-tie affair to remember, commemorating CIS of Miami’s silver anniversary and 25 years of service in Miami-Dade. The theme of the gala is “an evening among the stars”, which pays tribute to the CIS of Miami students (stars) who have successfully graduated high school since the organization’s inception. Features live music, student performances, dinner, and silent auction.

Full: Every nine seconds of each school day, a young person drops out of high school in the U.S., and nearly one-third fail to graduate on time. For the past 25 years, Communities In Schools of Miami (CIS of Miami) has been a driving force in collaborating with Miami-Dade County Public Schools to improve educational outcomes by providing free programs and tools to keep students in class and on track toward graduation.

CIS of Miami’s largest fundraiser is their annual gala, and this year’s event slated for Saturday, April 26th will be a black-tie affair to remember, commemorating CIS of Miami’s silver anniversary and 25 years of service in Miami-Dade. The theme of the gala is “an evening among the stars”, which pays tribute to the CIS of Miami students (stars) who have successfully graduated high school since the organization’s inception.

The event takes place in a ballroom at the Epic Hotel overlooking downtown Miami’s skyline and Biscayne Bay. The evening starts with a sunset cocktail hour at 6:30 p.m. where guests can bid on luxury, silent auction items including all-inclusive vacation packages; bowling and lunch for 10 with Al Golden, University of Miami’s head football coach; jewelry; dinners; spa treatments and more. Guests will enjoy a three-course dinner followed by live music and entertainment by CIS of Miami “stars”.

Local CBS TV evening anchor and producer Cynthia Demos will preside as the master of ceremonies alongside a CIS of Miami junior MC. They will welcome CIS national founder, Bill Milliken, a recipient of the Visionary Ambassador’s Award from Usher’s “New Look Foundation” and the National Jefferson Award for Public Service, which is widely regarded as the Nobel Prize for outstanding community and public service.

Tickets for the annual philanthropic event are $200 each, and all proceeds directly benefit CIS of Miami. In 2013, CIS’ gala raised more than $100,000 to fund dropout prevention programs for local students including after school programs, tutoring, mentoring and other programs. Tickets can be purchased online at www.cismiami.org or by calling 305-252-5444.

Event sponsors include Bacardi, Carnival Corporation, Florida Power & Light, Greenberg Traurig, Lehman Auto World.

About Communities in Schools of Miami
Communities in Schools of Miami surrounds students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school. Through a school-based coordinator, CIS connects students and their families to needed community resources, and provides comprehensive wrap-around services including mentoring, tutoring, life skills development, case management, counseling, job readiness and more. CIS of Miami serves more than 20,000 students each year and is an affiliate of the nation’s leading dropout prevention organization, whose model has been proven to both increase on-time graduation rates and reduce dropout rates. For more information visit www.cismiami.org.

Save Dade Champions of Equality 2014 Gala
Friday, May 9, 2014, 6:00PM – 9:30PM
Hyatt Regency Miami
400 SE 2nd Ave
Miami, Florida 33131
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As you may have heard, SAVE and the ACLU of Florida have announced the filing of a groundbreaking lawsuit on behalf of eight married couples to secure recognition from the state of Florida for same-sex marriages performed out-of-state.

A pro-equality ruling would grant gay couples married in states that perform same-sex marriages access to many rights and benefits that Florida grants to opposite-sex married couples, such as Social Security survivor benefits and the right to include your spouse on your health insurance policy.

It’s our pleasure to invite you to SAVE’s annual Champions of Equality awards reception and gala, where we will honor the eight brave couples taking a stand for equality in court.

SAVE is also proud to honor State Representative David Richardson, County Commissioner Audrey Edmonson, and filmmaker Joe Cardona.

We hope you will join us in honoring these trailblazers on May 9th. Buy your tickets today!

Equality Florida Miami Gala Voice For Equality Award to Actress Sharon Gless
Sunday, March 16, 6 PM
Pérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL
Tickets are $150, with sponsorships beginning at $500.  For tickets or further information, go to www.eqfl.org/miamigala, or call (813) 870-3735.

On Sunday, March 16, Equality Florida Institute will present the Voice for Equality Award to multi- award-winning actress Sharon Gless and the six couples who have joined Equality Florida Institute as plaintiffs in a lawsuit to overturn Florida’s ban on marriage equality.  The awards recognize the recipients’ steadfast commitment to LGBT equality and will be presented at the Equality Florida Miami Gala at the Pérez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Boulevard.
In a year that has seen many landmark milestones and victories, the Gala will provide the LGBT community and their allies a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the momentum that is building throughout the state and throughout the nation.
 
“My role in Queer as Folk was a life-changer for me,” said Gless.  “I thought I was totally aware of what it must be like to be gay.  I knew nothing.  Being ostracized; not being given the same rights that I enjoy.  It’s insane.  I knew then that I wanted to become active and do what I could to help. Everyone should be treated equally and be given the same privileges – including the right to marry.”
 
A part-time resident of South Florida for more than 20 years, multiple Emmy and Golden Globe winner Sharon Gless has been a vocal advocate for the LGBT community for many years.  In 2013 she took a leading role in Equality Florida’s Get Engaged campaign, a statewide public education campaign to build support for marriage equality in Florida.  She served as Grand Marshal in the Miami Beach Pride Parade, received the Gay Icon Award at Philadelphia QFest, the PFLAG Ally award in Toronto and was honored by L.A.’s Gay & Elder Housing.  Norman Lear’s People for the American Way also recognized her for her unwavering support of human rights and she is an active participant in the ongoing struggle to prevent the overturn of Roe vs. Wade.
 
"There are many celebrities who call Florida home, and we call on them to join Sharon Gless in publicly expressing their support for equality," said Nadine Smith, CEO of Equality Florida. "We are at a tipping point in the movement for LGBT equality, and the voice of allies like Sharon Gless can make a huge difference in educating the public."
 
Following last summer’s historic Supreme Court decision on DOMA, Equality Florida issued a call for potential plaintiffs to join with Equality Florida in a lawsuit seeking marriage equality in Florida.  More than 1,000 people responded by signing on to GetEngaged.org.  Following months of vetting and personal interviews, the six plaintiff couples were chosen.  They are:  Catherina Pareto & Karla Arguello, Dr. Juan Carlos Rodriguez & David Price, Vanessa & Melanie Alenier, Todd & Jeff Delmay, Summer Greene & Pamela Faerber, and Don Price Johnston & Jorge Isaias Diaz.
 
“These six couples have committed to a life in the spotlight, putting themselves and their families under intense scrutiny as the court case progresses,” said Nadine Smith.  “They are brave, and they are courageous, taking this important step so that they, and thousands of other couples in Florida, will have the right to marry the person he or she loves.”
 
As the community celebrates the milestones already achieved throughout the state, Nadine Smith, CEO of Equality Florida, will present perhaps one of the most significant State-of-the-State addresses ever, honoring those who have worked so hard to make these achievements a reality, as well as outlining the work that is yet to be done.
 
Guests will also enjoy sumptuous hors d’oeuvres and an open bar, along with music from Grammy award-winning saxophonist Felipe Lamoglia, all taking place on the expansive terrace with panoramic views of Biscayne Bay.
 
Recognized as an “architectural tour de force,” the Pérez Art Museum is the ideal venue for the Miami Gala, which has blossomed into a “must attend” event that brings together nearly 500 of South Florida’s community and political influencers.

Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science 2014 Galaxy Gala
Saturday March 15, 2014, 6:30 PM
JW Marriott Marquis
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way
Miami, FL
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The Museum’s Twelfth Anniversary Gala will create an unforgettable evening designed to usher guests into the future to experience the new Patricia and Phillip Frost Museum of Science. The opening date for this 250,000 SF, $275 million project with a state of the art aquarium and the world’s first gulfstream tank will be announced at the Gala.

2014 Corporate Philanthropy Award: Presented by JP Morgan Chase to an Upward Bound Program Participant

Vanguard Award: Paula & Bob Brockway, Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables and Mercedes-Benz of Cutler Bay

Patricia & Phillip Frost Museum of Science Award: Mitchell Less

The Fourth Annual Big Bang | After Party for the 2014 Galaxy Gala
Saturday March 15, 2013 10:00 PM to 3:00 AM
The JW Marriott Marquis
255 Biscayne Blvd Way
Miami, FL 33131
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Coinciding with the Galaxy Gala is the Museum’s Big Bang after party. Targeted at young professionals ages 21+, Big Bang begins at 10:00 pm with a cocktail hour and at 11:00 pm the doors will open to the main event where attendees will join gala goers and “crash” the party. The gala transforms into a darker, nightlife inspired event with a DJ, dancing, special performances, open cocktail bar sponsored by Bacardi, hors d’oeuvres, late night coffee bar and more!

Pérez Art Museum Miami’s Premiere Gala
Saturday, 12/07/2013, 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Pérez Art Museum Miami
1103 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132
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THE hottest ticket for Basel week, the night will honor Darlene and Jorge Pérez, for their $40 million donation in cash and art to PAMM. Over 700 celebrities, collectors, artists and socialites will make a historic red carpet walk into the formal opening celebration, presented by Fortune International’s Jade Signature, of the new Museum that has the world’s attention. Marc Anthony will give a special live performance during the dinner.

More than 700 of the art world’s VIPs are expected to attend Pérez Art Museum Miami’s (PAMM) biggest event of the year as they commemorate the opening of the new Herzog & de Meuron designed building. Top collectors, gallerists, artists and celebrities will celebrate the momentous event, expected to be one of the highlights of the season.

The night will honor Darlene and Jorge M. Pérez, beginning with a cocktail reception in the gallery spaces followed by a seated dinner and dancing in the park. Guests will also be treated to a special performance by Grammy Award-winning Latin superstar Marc Anthony. Stephen Starr, owner of STARR restaurants including the famed Morimoto, Buddakan and Bal Harbour’s Makoto, has been named exclusive caterer and restaurateur for the museum, and will be creating a customized menu for the occasion.

Premiere PAMM Gala Chairs are Constance and Miguel B. ‘Mike’ Fernandez, Susana and Alberto Ibargüen, Dorothy and Aaron Podhurst, Jacquelyn Soffer and Craig Robins, Ricardo Restrepo and Lee Brian Schrager. To inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact events@pamm.org.

Young Patronesses of the Opera Celebrates 58th Annual Gala “Vegas Live”
November 2, 2013, 7:00 p.m.
JW Marriott Hotel
1109 Brickell Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
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The Vegas Strip is coming to Brickell Avenue and the odds for a great time can’t be beat as Young Patronesses of the Opera (YPO) presents Vegas Live, its’ 58th Annual Gala.

The city’s oldest and most established black-tie affair, the YPO Gala each year kicks off the Miami social season. Vegas Live gets underway at 7:00 p.m., when the JW Marriott Hotel does a disappearing act becoming Caesars Palace for the evening complete with Elvis impersonators, Vegas showgirls, and Rat Pack crooners.

Miami High rollers and starlets will join gala chair ladies; Patricia Mederos, Kimberly Criser, Leatrice Damus, Connie Danluck, and Gretchen Kirtley, for a fun-filled evening of dining, dancing and wagering at a silent auction with such exciting prizes as a luxurious Chinchilla fur stole, valued at $1800.00, to benefit YPO’s mission of furthering opera education in South Florida. Also in the cards is a special tribute to Past President and Life member, Louise Todaro, who devoted 53 years of service to the organization, helping many of YPO’s education programs, especially the very successful In-School Opera Program.

“Every year, the YPO Gala is a must-attend social event which benefits an exceptional arts organization, and our 2013 Gala will truly be a night to remember,” said Patricia Mederos, President of YPO. “We are so grateful to this year’s gala sponsors without whom YPO would not be able to further its mission of opera education.”

Founded in l955, YPO is supported by a group of women who work without staff to advocate educational music programs and the Florida Grand Opera, the gala’s proceeds will fund music and opera educational programs, including a Girl Scout Workshop for more than 500 Girl Scouts and an annual teachers’ workshop which offers continuing education credits for 150 Miami-Dade and Broward County teachers on opera education in the classroom. Each year YPO’s dedicated group of volunteers brings professional children’s opera performances to more than 25,000 elementary school students. They also fund a national Voice Competition, which awards scholarships to gifted young opera singers.

St. Jude “It’s All About The Kids” Signature Event
Saturday, Oct. 5, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.
JW Marriott Marquis
255 Biscayne Blvd Way
Miami, FL 33131

Tickets: start at $150 for members and $175 for non-members
Purchase Tickets Online

Friends of St. Jude (FOSJ) Miami, the young professionals dedicated to raising awareness for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s mission, and chaired by Jeb Bush Jr., invites the South Florida community to the sixth annual International Dermatology “It’s All About the Kids” event, presented by the Andrés Asion Foundation.

“We are excited to host another successful event, to ensure children battling cancer and other life-threatening diseases have the opportunity to receive the treatment and care they need,” said Jeb Bush Jr., chair of FOSJ. “Thanks to our partners and South Florida’s ongoing support, Friends of St. Jude has been able to raise more than $600,000.00 to benefit thousands of patients; ensuring that none of their families ever receives a bill from St. Jude for their treatment, medicines, travel and lodging costs.”

During the event, guests will have the opportunity to savor an exquisite tasting menu and sip delicious cocktails, donated by Tito’s Handmade Vodka, while enjoying special music performances by The Culture Band and DJ Irie. “It’s All About the Kids” will be hosted by award-winning journalist and anchor of Univision Network’s news-magazine show Primer Impacto Pamela Silva Conde, and co-anchor of “The Morning Show” on Fusion, a new cable network for multi-cultural millennials, Pedro Andrade. This year’s “It’s All About the Kids” presenting sponsor is the Andrés Asion Foundation. “What St. Jude does for the advancement of cancer research is priceless. Giving life changing opportunities to children all over the world!” commented its founder, Andrés Asion.

Silvia Trinidad, from International Dermatology Research, Inc., will be recognized for her unwavering, life-long commitment to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Throughout the years, Silvia has been a relentless advocate in the fight against pediatric cancers worldwide.

“I’m honored to have been selected as this year’s honoree, and applaud St. Jude for their tireless mission to offer all children with cancer and other diseases the care they need to live,” declared Trinidad, who serves as president and research director of said organization. “It’s important for all of us to know, however, that our work doesn’t end here. We must continue to help advance treatment and research that will get us closer to a cancer-free future for our children.”

International Dermatology will serve as the event’s title sponsor for the sixth consecutive year, while the Andres Asion Foundation will serve as the event’s presenting sponsor for the fourth consecutive year. Other event sponsors include: Pollo Campero/The Gutierrez Family, LAAD, Peter Kellner, Erik Fresen, Academica, The Valls Family, Resorts World Miami, Henry Parra, GreenbergTraurig, Car2Go, Cesar and Pamela Conde, Carlton Fields, Garrido Foundation, Sarria Enterprises, INC., Braman Honda, VELU, Promotional Party Sticks, Midtown Residences, Gymboree, Land South Group, Vestcor Foundation, FPL, AmeriKooler, República, MillerCoors, Cutty Sark, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Univision Radio, SocialMiami.com and Miami Magazine.

2013 Diamond Ball: A Brazilian Carnival Masquerade Affair
Saturday, October 12, 2013 at 7:30 p.m.
JW Marriott Marquis Miami
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way
Miami, FL 33131
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Miami Children’s Hospital Foundation’s annual signature gala and South Florida’s grandest charity event pays tribute to the Hospital’s grateful patients, world-class physicians and generous philanthropists. The spectacular themed black-tie affair features entertainment, a sensational silent auction and much more. The Diamond Ball ranks among the top fundraisers in Florida (BizBash) and is recognized by society’s elite as the launch of the South Florida gala season. The event attracts an esteemed group of business, community and philanthropic notables with strong international connections and a common bond of making a difference in the lives of children. Each year, Miami Children’s inducts an esteemed member of the global community into the Ambassador David M. Walters International Pediatric Hall of Fame. This year’s inductee is Ground-Breaking Double Grammy & 19-Time Latin Grammy Winning Rock Superstar Juanes. Past honorees include Beyoncé, Dwyane Wade, Barbara and Jack Nicklaus, Audrey Hepburn and Walt Disney, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, and most recently Gloria Gaynor.

·         Tables begin at $10,000
·         Seats begin at $1,000
·         Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are available

Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce to Honor Community Leaders at Annual Gala
Saturday, 06/22/2013, 06:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Hilton Miami Downtown
1601 Biscayne Blvd. ,
Miami, Florida 33132
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MIAMI-DADE GAY & LESBIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TO HONOR COMMUNITY LEADERS AT THE 12TH ANNUAL GALA AND AWARDS PRESENTATION:
“CELEBRATION OF THE SUN — THE YELLOW GALA”
PRESENTED BY WELLS FARGO

Kaufman, Rossin & Co., P.A.
David Bromstad
Miami-Dade County Public Schools

to be Honored for Commitment to the LGBT Community
MIAMI BEACH – May 7, 2013 – The Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber Of Commerce (MDGLCC) will honor corporate and individual supporters of the Miami-Dade LGBT community at its 12th Annual Gala and Awards Presentation, “Celebration of the Sun – The Yellow Gala,” on Saturday, June 22, at the Hilton Miami Downtown Hotel, 1601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. The honorees were selected for their long-term commitment to fostering diversity, as well as for their efforts in contributing to the overall well-being and quality of life in South Florida. This year’s Gala will be presented by Wells Fargo.

“From an international style setter, to a thoroughly inclusive professional services company, to the fourth largest school system in the country responsible for the next generation of business men and women, this year’s gala honorees are as diverse as the LGBT community itself,” said Steve Adkins, MDGLCC president. “As the voice of the LGBT business community in Miami-Dade, the Chamber is especially proud to have such an accomplished and extraordinary group to recognize this year.”

 
The 2013 Honorees:

AT&T “Business of the Year Award” – Kaufman, Rossin & Co., P.A.

This award is presented annually to an organization whose commitment to diversity is unwavering in its inclusion of LGBT and allied community issues.

Sherwin-Williams “Businessperson of the Year Award” – David Bromstad

This award is given annually to an individual who embraces diversity in all forms and demonstrates savvy business acumen and leadership skills.

Regions Bank “Non-Profit Organization of the Year Award” – Miami-Dade County Public Schools

the rainbow flag for the Gala’s theme and has encouraged attendees to wear a splash of that color to the event. The color for this year’s event is yellow, which represents joy, happiness, intellect and energy. This annual event, MDGLCC’s principal fundraising effort of the year, helps sustain operations and the ever-increasing demand to expand programming.

The 12th Annual Gala and Awards Presentation, “Celebration of the Sun – The Yellow Gala, Presented by Wells Fargo,” starts at 6 p.m. with a reception and silent auction which will be followed by dinner, the awards presentation and an after party in the hotel’s new nightclub ENCORE. The Yellow Gala will be one of the first events held at the Hilton following the hotel’s multi-million, top-to-bottom renovation.

Tickets are $2,000 for tables of 10 or $200 for individual tickets and include reserved seating, grand buffet dinner, open bar with Bacardi brands featuring GREY GOOSE® vodka and Hatuey beer, a VIP gift bag, parking, raffle prize participation and complimentary admission to the after party at Hilton’s new ENCORE Lounge for dancing and entertainment. Tickets are available online at www.gaybizmiami.com, by calling (305) 673-4440, or by emailing RSVP@gaybizmiami.com.

“Celebration of the Sun – The Yellow Gala” is produced by the MDGLCC. In addition to the presenting sponsor Wells Fargo, sponsors of the Gala include Bacardi / GREY GOOSE® vodka; AT&T; Sherwin-Williams; Regions Bank; Kaufman, Rossin & Co., P.A.; GMCVB; Port of Miami; Hilton Miami Downtown; American Airlines; Williamson Cadillac Buick-GMC; FVR Group; Balloon Expresso; and The Murry Agency Public Relations.

The 15th Annual M. Athalie Range Cultural Arts Foundation Gala
Sunday, 11/04/2012, 07:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Gusman Theater
174 East Flagler St.,
Miami, Florida 33131
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THE M. ATHALIE RANGE CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATION PRESENTS THE 15TH ANNUAL PERFORMING ARTS FUNDRAISER ON SUNDAY NOVEMBER 4, 2012
With special performance by nationally acclaimed Dillard Center for the Arts Jazz Ensemble

WHAT: The M. Athalie Range Cultural Arts Foundation (MARCAF) presents its 15th Gala, A Musical Celebration of Life, this signature fundraising event commemorates M. Athalie Range’s lifelong commitment to the arts. The event will honor select individuals for their exemplary lifetime achievements and contributions to South Florida’s past, present and future.

WHO: “The Ground Breaker” >Thelma Gibson, education pioneer, trailblazer and 33-year career RN
“The Change Agent” >H.T. Smith, Miami-Dade’s first African-American assistant public defender, first African American assistant county attorney and founding President of the Black Lawyers Association of Dade County
“The Maverick” > Bill Diggs, Miami Dade Chamber of Commerce, Chief Executive Officer
“The Bridge Builder” >Marlon Hill, delancyhill, P.A., Founding Partner and CEO
PERFORMING > nationally acclaimed Dillard Center for the Arts (DCA) Jazz Ensemble

WHEN: Sunday, November 4, 2012

WHERE: Gusman Theater, 174 East Flagler Street, Miami, FL, 33131

TICKETS: VIP Tickets: $150 (VIP reception, honoree program and premium seating)
General Tickets: $75 (performance only in Mezzanine seating)
To purchase call 305-576-3790

ATTIRE: Semi-formal

CONTACTS: Suzan McDowell / suzan@circleofonemarketing.com
Elvis Anderson / elvis@circleofonemarketing.com
Circle of One Marketing
Phone: 305-576-3790
MEDIA: Bios and original high resolution head shots of all honorees and performer available. Interviews available upon request.

About the DCA Jazz Ensemble
Known as the DCA Jazz Ensemble, the Dillard Center for the Arts Jazz Ensemble is a performance oriented ensemble composed of talented student musicians selected from Broward County. Under the direction of Christopher Dorsey, the primary goal of the Jazz Program at Dillard Center for the Arts is to introduce students to a wide array of Jazz literature at the highest level, and providing performance opportunities. The band is open to students in grades 9-12. Auditions are held prior to the start of school. The Jazz Ensemble has made public appearances with Wynton Marsalis, Marcus Printup, Vincent Gardner, Marcus Roberts, Rodney Whitaker, Terrell Stafford, Chris Crenshaw, Wycliffe Gordon, Leon Anderson, Rodney Jordan, Melton Mustafa Sr, Lou Donaldson, Negroni’s Trio, Chico Hamilton, and The Clayton Brothers, just to name a few. Just recently the Ensemble appeared on 60 Minutes (CBS).

About the M. Athalie Range Cultural Arts Foundation (MARCAF)
The M. Athalie Range Cultural Arts Foundation, Inc. (M.A.R.C.A.F.) is a non-profit, 501c(3) organization, established in 1997.

BeLive 2012: A Philanthropic Night for Colombia
Friday, November 16 at 7:00 p.m
JW Marriott Marquis Miami
255 Biscayne Boulevard Way
Miami, FL 33131.
Individual Tickets are $500. For more information, to become a sponsor, attend the event or to make a donation, please visit www.belive.co

Belive announces a spectacular star-studded evening filled with Colombian Culture, stunning one of a kind Emerald Jewelry pieces, an exquisite Runway Fashion Show by renowned Designer, Nicolas Felizola, a private concert by no other than internationally acclaimed, Gilberto Santa Rosa and the presentation of the 2012 BeLive Award to one of Colombia’s heroes, Catalina Escobar.

BeLive, one of South Florida’s most exciting and prestigious galas will officially take place on Friday, November 16 beginning at 7:00 p.m at JW Marriott Marquis Miami. After raising over $3M for the past five years, and changing the lives of so many Colombians in need, BeLive has once again brought together four prominent Colombian non-profit organizations-Give to Colombia, Fórmula Sonrisas, Genesis Foundation and ArtNexus Foundation- to change and impact the lives of the most vulnerable communities in Colombia. In this edition we will celebrate BeLive’s 6th Anniversary. The evening will be filled with fashion, music, two impressive silent auctions-featuring the very best of what Colombia has to offer- a red carpet Fashion Show with an official unveiling, a spectacular concert and a heartfelt tribute to Catalina Escobar, a Colombian Hero that has changed and impacted the lives of many.  
 
In support of BeLive joining us will be Rodner Figueroa, Fashion Expert and correspondent for  "Sal y Pimienta" of Univision, Jorge Bernal anchor for Telemundo, Vanessa Hauc, anchor and correspondent for Telemundo News, Kika Rocha Beauty and Fashion Editor for People en Español and renowned actors for Telemundo, Catherine Siachoque and Miguel Varoni. In addition, making a special appearance this year will be Felix Sabates and Chip Ganassi Owners of Earnhardt Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, LLC (EGR), as well as NASCAR Driver’s, Jimmy Johnson, Danica Patrick, Brian Vickers and Juan Pablo Montoya, as well as influential business, art, philanthropic and political personalities from the US, Colombia and around the world.
 
This year, as a very special tribute to Colombia’s heritage and riches, BeLive has curated two very special silent auctions: the Project Emerald Initiative and a one-of-a-kind auction featuring exclusive and intrinsic pieces of a unique collection from Artesanias de Colombia.
 
Following the highly successful Mochila Project Model of 2009 and 2011, this year BeLive together with Artesanías de Colombiaare collaborating with distinguished Jewelry Designers from Colombia and the US, to create one-of-a-kind pieces for our PROJECT EMERALD. This initiative will pay tribute to one of Colombia’s most recognizable riches, the emerald.  This project consists of national and international Designers taking the emerald Stones in their natural state and incorporating them into a unique jewelry piece such as a necklace, headpiece, broach, bracelet or earrings.  These custom jewelry pieces will be unveiled on the evening of BeLive and will be placed up for auction. Designers and brands joining us this year include, Dauphines of New York, Mishky, Dayan Candamil, Pequeñas Indulgencias, Sylvia Tcherassi, Maria Hamilton, Zoken Joyeros, Mallarino Bijoux and many more. In addition the Project Emerald Auction, BeLive has partnered with Artesanias de Colombia, a government run agency linked to the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism, whose mission is to contribute to the advancement and promotion of the artisan sector in Colombia.  Their projects include consulting on the design, product development, technological improvement, as well as resource training, marketing and education of Colombian handicrafts. BeLive alongside Artesanias de Colombia, have selected some of Colombia’s most beautiful pieces to showcase during the silent auction at the gala. These exclusive crafts are unique pieces and are handmade by artisans who have learned their work for many years generationally. Each region of the country has a different technique and products that is part of the identity and cultural heritage of the country.
 
This year we will honor one of Colombia’s heroes, Catalina Escobar with the coveted BeLive Award. After living two tragic and painful experiences in her life, including the loss of her son in 2000, she founded what would become her greatest project in life: the Juan Felipe Gómez Escobar Foundation, named after her son.  Catalina and her foundation have become instrumental in helping save the lives of countless babies and have improved the quality of life for adolescent mothers living in utter misery in the city of Cartagena, Colombia.Catalina, a well-recognized entrepreneur with a great social sense and spirit, is a true example of leadership among the Colombian society. Different financial and business Colombian magazines have recognized her as one of the most Successful Young Leaders of all time. In addition to many honors and recognitions she has received in Colombia and worldwide, Escobar recently became a semi-finalist for the 2012 CNN Heroes Awards. Furthermore, this year she was selected by the U.S. State Department alongside 25 other women worldwide to be part of the Fortune / U.S. State Department Global Women´s Mentoring Partnership.
 
Gracing the runway on BeLive’s 6th Anniversary will be Venezuelan born designer, Nicolas Felizola. This internationally celebrated and renowned designer will be unveiling his much anticipated 2013 MOOI collection, whose inspiration includes the 17th century Dutch Golden Age and artists such as Vermeer and Rembrandt. Along with this début, Felizola will be highlighting a retrospective of the spectacular Red Carpet Award Dresses. Throughout his career, Felizola has received numerous National and International awards.  Most recently, in 2012, he was named the Best Designer at Miami Fashion Week, received the Victoria Puig de Lange International Style Award, and was given the Congregational Medal of Honor by the US Congress in Washington D.C. He is recognized as one of the most influential Hispanic Designers residing in the United States, alongside Carolina Herrera and Oscar De La Renta.  In addition, the OPI at the UNESCO, named Felizola the " 2012 Iberoamerican Personality of the Year" in Paris, France.
 
This year internationally known and acclaimed, "El Caballero de la Salsa" Gilberto Santa Rosa, will be in charge of our spectacular concert. His long list of awards and nominations include, Latin Grammy, Grammy Music Awards, Billboard Award and Premio lo Nuestro, among many others. Santa Rosa will provide an intimate concert for guests in attendance!  Get ready to enjoy and dance the night away with his hits such as "Te Veo Venir Soledad," "Vivir Sin Ella," "Conciencia" and many more.
 
BeLive would like to thank the 2012 amazing sponsors:
Chevron, Diageo, American Airlines, Mongibello, Target, Earnhardt Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates, Pepsi, GM Chevrolet, Morgan Stanley, Sanford, Sprint, JGB Bank, HSBC Bank, EFG Capital, Goldman Sachs & Co, Nascar, Sunoco, JP Morgan, Kimberly Clark, 3R Family Office, The USA Bouquet Company, Rocco Donna, Zerofractal Studios, RGB Studios.
 
In addition, we would like to thank Diageo for their ongoing support of BeLive and congratulate their incredible efforts on the LEARNING FOR LIFE program.  This program was designed to inspire and transform the lives of people throughout Latin America & the Caribbean. Since its inception 2008, Learning for Life has impacted more than 50,000 lives.

BeLive brings together four important Colombian Non- Profit organizations, based in the U.S: Give to Colombia, Fórmula Sonrisas, Genesis Foundation and ArtNexus Foundation, who have joined forces to raise much needed funds and create awareness within the international community, of the dire social needs in Colombia. BeLive 2012 will feature a spectacular concert, sumptuous cocktails, magnificent 3-course dinner, live entertainment, a stunning fashion show and much more.