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Champion of the Arts Luncheon

Wednesday, March 10 at noon

Join Citizens Interested in Arts for its Champion of the Arts Luncheon honoring Rhoda Levitt, a long-time advocate and supporter of the arts in South Florida. Entertainment will be provided by Michael Province, world renowned 15-year-old violinist, and there will be a great silent auction and raffle drawing. Tickets are $85 and $100 for patrons. Tables for ten are $850 and $1000.

Eden Roc Hotel, Ocean Tower Ballroom
4525 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
305-932-9580

Fashion Miami

Wednesday - Saturday, March 10 - 13

Fashion Miami will launch with a schedule of Fall/Winter 2010 collection runway shows and events taking place at a 35,000 square-foot temporary structure in the heart of the Design District. The team that brought Funkshion to Miami is partnering in this new venture with the group behind the Miami Design District and Design Miami. The spotlight on Miami’s cultural significance in the world of design and art is undeniable. Fashion Miami aims to turn that spotlight on fashion and create a destination for designers, press and buyers.

N.E. 39th Street and 1st Court
Miami Design District
305-673-2756

	SOCIAL Manny: Episode 9
	Ed Ansin, Claudia Potamkin, Flavia Lowenstein-Elortegui, Joe and Jennifer Natoli, Paulina Rubio, Irene and Chris Korge, Dr. Ralph Sacco and so many more in this latest edition of SOCIAL Manny by Manny Hernandez.

CA Championship

Thursday - Sunday, March 11 - 14

The CA Championship is one of four World Golf Championships sanctioned and organized by the International Federation of PGA Tours. The four-day tournament is played on Doral's par-72 Blue Monster with a $8.5 million purse. Seventy-five players will compete, and Phil Mickelson (pictured) will defend his 2009 title. Tickets are available online, ranging from $40 in advance to $55 at the gate.

TPC Blue Monster
Doral Golf Resort & Spa
4400 N.W. 87th Avenue, Miami
1-888-401-8000

Spring Social Thursday, March 11 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. The Fairchild Palms, the non-profit young professionals group affiliated with Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, will host a *Spring Social at the Biltmore*. Mingle around the beautiful Biltmore pool and help support the Fairchild Challenge environmental education program distributed to schools nationwide. Enjoy Bossa Nova music with live musical performances by Rosa Max, as well as half-priced Grey Goose and Bacardi drink specials. Admission is a $10 suggested donation at the door. This will also be an occasion to buy specially discounted tickets to the April 30 Crawfish Boil at Fairchild Garden. The Biltmore Hotel 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables 305-789-6695

Scott Turow Honored with Fiction Award

Thursday, March 11 at 8 p.m.

Author Scott Turow has been named the first recipient of the Lawrence A. Sanders Prize. Sanders, who died in 1998, was the author of well-regarded popular novels, and the award is supported by a grant from the Sanders Foundation. A $5,000 prize will be awarded annually to a writer of fiction whose work combines literary excellence with popular appeal. Turow is the author of both fiction and non-fiction and is a frequent contributor of essays and op-ed pieces to a variety of publications. He remains a practicing attorney and a partner in the offices of Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal. Mr. Turow will read from and discuss his work. The program is free and open to the public and will be followed by a reception and book signing.

FIU's Biscayne Bay Campus
Academic One Buiding, Room 194
3000 N.E. 151st Street, North Miami

	Children First Society Kick Off
	More than 150 guests attended the inaugural kickoff event for the Children First Society (CFS) for UM Pediatrics and enjoyed savory treats while chatting with some of University of Miami Pediatrics finest doctors. Children First Society for UM Pediatrics is a new professional society whose mission is to fundraise for children's programs at UM Pediatrics.

8th Annual International Orchid Festival

Friday - Sunday, March 12 - 14 from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Over 10,000 orchid plants from more than 50 orchid growers and vendors from around the world will take part in Fairchild Garden's three-day International Orchid Festival. Whether you are an orchid enthusiast or merely love beautiful plants, you won't want to miss this spectacular festival of orchids. The Orchid Society of Coral Gables will be ensconced in the Garden House with an American Orchid Society juried orchid show throughout the weekend. Get help and information at the Get Growing booth on the Garden House lawn and enjoy walking tours through the gardens, live music and great food! Last but not least, you will also have the opportunity to see Art at Fairchild featuring the monumental sculptures of Yayoi Kusama, Cameron Gainer, Leyden Rodriguez-Casanova, Mark di Suvero, Dale Chihuly and Kris Martin. Admission is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, $10 for children 6 to 17 and free for Fairchild members and children 5 and under.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables
305-667-1651

Camp Hope: A Bereavement Camp for Kids

Friday - Sunday, March 12 - 14

Catholic Hospice presents Camp Hope, a special camp for children, between the ages of 7 and 15, who have experienced the death of a loved one. The Camp is FREE and provides assistance to children in dealing with their grief in a fun and safe environment. Children can share their experiences with others who are experiencing similar losses and feelings, thereby reducing the sense of isolation they feel. Camp Hope is staffed with professional nurses, social workers and trained volunteers to assist in many activities such as art, music and drama therapy, sports and games. Registration begins after school on Friday, and the camp ends on Sunday at 4 p.m. Call or email Theresa Barbieri for information.

Camp Owaissa Bauer
17001 S.W. 264th Street, Homestead
305-351-7052 (Theresa Barbieri)

Girl Scout Birthday Open House

Friday, March 12 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Calling all Girl Scout alumnae to celebrate the Girl Scout's 98th anniversary and be the guest of the Girl Scouts for a trip down memory lane. Bring a friend, share memories of meaningful times with the Girl Scouts, swap stories and memorabilia, and enjoy socializing with scouts of all ages. Linger camp fireside, reminiscing with a singalong and s'mores - and birthday cake too! Take the Journey from 1912 to the Future and begin the countdown to 100! RSVP please.

Girl Scout Camp Choee
11347 S.W. 160th Street, Miami
305-253-4841

15th Annual Mitzvah Weekend Friday - Sunday, March 12 - 14 Temple Beth Sholom will host its annual *Mitzvah Weekend* with 800 volunteers - Temple members and non-members - on hand to participate in good deeds throughout the county. This year’s theme is Preservation: Preserving the past, celebrating the present, and conserving for the future. Activities kick off with a Shabbat dinner on Friday at 6:30 p.m., followed by Shabbat service at 8 p.m. with special guest speaker Mr. Miami Beach Michael Aller. Reservations for dinner are required. Mitzvah Weekend is open to the public. Sunday at 8:30 a.m. begins registration and opening ceremonies with Mitzvah projects getting underway between 9:30 to 10 a.m. at various locations around the city. Call to learn more. Cost of Shabbat dinner is $18 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. Temple Beth Sholom 4144 Chase Avenue, Miami Beach 305-538-7231 Information and Dinner RSVP

Puttin' on the Ritz

Friday, March 12 at 7 p.m.

The New World School of the Arts' Jazz Ensemble, the first place winner of the recent Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Competition, will host and perform at Puttin’ On The Ritz, its annual signature benefit dinner-dance and concert. Jazz performer Wendy Pedersen is special guest artist, showcasing her incredible sense of rhythm and phrasing. Tickets are $60 and benefit the high school ensembles' competition at national conferences, as well as offsetting the costs for instruments and other items beyond the school's budgeted funds. Pictured: NWSA saxophone player Christian Mora.

Miami Airport Hilton
5101 Blue Lagoon Drive, Miami
305-237-3532

9th Annual Garden Tour

Saturday, March 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Miami Beach Botanical Garden will present its annual tour of six distinctive residential gardens on Miami Beach. See behind the gates and into backyards of some of the city's most interesting private retreats, including waterfront estates and historic homes with water gardens and urban terraces. The gardens demonstrate the creativity of tropical gardeners and showcase green outdoor living in South Florida. You'll drive your own car or bicycle to explore each garden at a leisurely pace from 10 a.m to 3 p.m. Afterwards there will be a reception from 3 to 5 p.m. at Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Tickets for the tour are $20 in advance and for Garden members and $25 on the day of the tour. Buy tickets online.

Miami Beach Botanical Garden
2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach
305-673-7256 Ext. 201

Maybelline New York Color Studio

Saturday & Sunday, March 13 & 14 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Maybelline New York ColorStudio is a traveling beauty destination with expert makeup artists and beauty magazine editors who will show you the latest Spring and Summer beauty trends. Get mini-makeovers, one-on-one make-up consultations and trend tips from top beauty and fashion experts, a personal menu of products and shades based on your skin tone, eye color, facial features and lifestyle. Coupons will be available for product discounts.

Walgreens
6700 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach (Saturday)
100 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach (Sunday)

St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival

Saturday, March 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Irish eyes will smile on Fort Lauderdale as the city and the Downtown Development Authority host the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival with Florida Governor Charlie Crist serving as Grand Marshal. This free, family event will showcase Irish culture through live performances, entertainment and cultural activities. Parade begins at 2 p.m. and will travel west along Las Olas Boulevard from S.E. 8th Avenue to Huizenga Plaza. A special children's area will feature arts and crafts, storytelling, pony rides and more. And the festival will include a variety of exhibitors featuring history and ancestry booths, genealogy tents, cooking demonstrations, crafts, games, and vendors with Irish cuisine and beverages.

Huizenga Plaza
32 E. Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale

2010 Seminole Tribal Fair and Alligator Wrestling Competitions

Saturday & Sunday, March 13 - 14

New under-water video technology will allow you to see angles and moves never before seen as tribal and non-tribal alligator wrestlers compete to win $5000. They will be judged in six categories: aggressiveness of the gator, difficulty of the move, style, appearance, showmanship and water wrangling. The FAWC offers classes to wrestlers to ensure their safety and the safety of the gators that are treated humanely during the competitions. Matches begin Saturday at 6 p.m., and the finals are Sunday at 2 p.m. Admission is free.

Seminole Okalee Indian Village
at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino
Hollywood
954-797-5551

Casa de Campo - MIR's 19th Annual Fundraising Gala

Saturday, March 13 at 8:30 p.m.

Society and philanthropy will unite in magical La Romana for a tropical night of chic fashion and action- packed entertainment to benefit Mission International Rescue (MIR) Charities. Stroll the cobblestone streets of Altos de Chavon, sipping Bacardi cocktails and enjoying the breathtaking views. Enjoy the festivities at MIR’s annual gala Magical Splendor for Life with the beautiful Ileana Garcia from Miami’s Alfombra Roja Radio Show as the evening’s Mistress of Ceremonies and Miami’s DJ Gringo spinning great music to dance the night away! Mix and mingle with MIR’s international guests, participate in Tiffany & Co.’s Mystery Blue Box Wall, be the first to preview Lanvin’s 2010 Spring Collection, amidst the captivating floral sculptures of Emilio Robba. Following the dinner gala and Lanvin fashion show, check out Santo Domingo’s hottest Night Club Praia, the host for the After Party. VIP tables range from $1,000, $500 and $300, and $50 per person (or $1000 for a VIP Lounge) for the After Party . Event proceeds will benefit MIR Charities in its support of health and educational programs in La Romana. MIR currently operates two vocational schools with over 1,000 children enrolled.

Altos de Chavon at Casa de Campo Resort
La Romana, Dominican Republic
561-366-5095 (Ana Alba)

3rd Annual Dog Walk

Sunday, March 14 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Join friends of Miami Lighthouse for the Blind & Visually Impaired for an exciting morning of activities, including a leisurely walk. Come with or without your dog - and service and guide dogs are particularly welcome - to support Miami Lighthouse. Registration is at 9 a.m., and the walk begins at 10, followed by lots of fun and music provided by the Miami Lighthouse musicians. On-site registration is $20, and you can make a real difference by involving your friends and colleagues to form a pack and strut your stuff! Gather pledges and compete for the Most Pledges Grand Prize. Download a registration and pledge form here. Free parking is available in the PetSmart parking garage off 31st Street and North Miami Avenue.

The Shops at Midtown Miami
3401 N. Miami Avenue, Miami
786-362-7514 (Kristina Pham)

Cooking with Love

Tuesday, March 16 at 7 p.m.

Epicure's cooking classes with Michael Love, the author of Women Love Men Who Can Cook, continue with Michael showing you how to make Paella and Sangria. You'll enjoy paella with chicken, littleneck clams, shrimp, lobster, scallops and Mexican chorizo, accompanied by red wine sangria. The first class was very popular and sold out so call or email for advance registration to reserve your spot. The cost is $20, and the classes are not just for men! It's fun, it's social, it's delicious. See you there!

Epicure Sunny Isles Beach
17190 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach
305-947-4581

St. Patrick's Day Celebration

Wednesday, March 17 from 2 to 5 p.m.

Wear green in honor of St. Patrick and get a special prize when you visit the Miami Children's Museum. Have fun with games, arts & crafts and more activities to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

Miami Children's Museum
980 MacArthur Causeway, Watson Island, Miami
305-375-5437

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