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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
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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)
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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
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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)
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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
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The deadline for submitting event information for Events of the Week is 5 p.m. Friday.
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