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Original Miami Beach Antique Show
Thursday - Monday, February 2 - 6 - Opens at noon daily

More than 800 antique, estate and vintage dealers from 22 different countries will descend upon the Miami Beach Convention Center to be part of the Original Miami Beach Antique Show. The show's charity beneficiary, the Humane Society of Greater Miami, will receive 100% of the proceeds from an exciting raffle to win a man or woman's Rolex® watch and several other great prizes. Have a family heirloom you’d like to have appraised? On Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. get a special item appraised for FREE, courtesy of WorthPoint. Bring in your special piece and a Worthologist will provide an unbiased, expert opinion of a collectible or antique. Also on Saturday at 4 p.m. those interested in interior design will enjoy a special session titled Antiques and Modern Design. Pam Jaccarino, Editor-in-Chief, LUXE Interiors + Design, will offer her thoughts on the value antiques provide in the world of modern style. America’s leading designers will join Pam in a discussion of antiques, style and design in today’s modern world. Show tickets are $20 at the box office or $17 when purchased online. Tickets are valid all five days of the show. Hours are noon to 8 p.m. Thursday - Sunday and noon to 6 p.m. on Monday.

Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach
239-732-6642
Eckerd ReEntry Second Chance “Day at the Races”
Saturday, February 4 from noon to 5 p.m.

Eckerd Youth Alternatives, a 40-year-old organization that provides services for at-risk youth who have completed residential placement programs, is hosting its first Eckerd ReEntry Second Chance Day at the Races as a fundraiser to support its mission. Join friends of the organization for lunch and a fun afternoon of racing, auction and contests! Cost is $40 per person - or $60 for two - which includes valet parking and private box seating. Sponsorship opportunities are also available starting at $100. Contact Ana Albrecht for more information and tickets.

Hialeah Park and Race Course
2200 East 4th Avenue, Hialeah
305-493-2592 (Ana Albrecht)

SOCIAL Manny: Episode 73

This week SOCIAL Manny, by Manny Hernandez, features NATPE at the Fontainebleau, the Splendor in the Garden luncheon and fashion show at the Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens, the St. Regis hotel opening at Bal Harbour, and the Blo party at Ricochet. Bold faced names include Laura Jennings, Robert and Brenda Nestor Castellanos, Marlen Pernetti, Nancy Bachelor, Lisa Petrillo, Nicole Lozano, Linda Levy Goldberg, Dan and Tina Carlo, St. Regis GM Marco Selva, Bal Habour Mayor Jane Rosenfield and many more...

Pictured: Alicia Cevera and Alan Randolph at the opening of the St. Regis hotel in Bal Harbour
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SOCIAL Manny: Episode 73

Florence Spottswood Humanitarian of the Year Gala
Saturday, February 4 at 6 p.m.

The Florence Spottswood Humanitarian of the Year Award is named in honor of Florence Spottswood, who founded the American Red Cross Chapter in Key West in 1917. The award recognizes outstanding leaders who best exemplify the principles of the American Red Cross: humanity, impartiality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. Chaired by the 2011 honorees, Eileen and Justin Kawaler, the Gala promises to be an evening of fun, food and music. All contirbutions benefit the lifesaving programs of the Red Cross in the Florida Keys. Tickets begin at $150 per person.

Marriot Beachside Resort
3841 North Roosevelt Boulevard, Key West
305-292-1145 (Betsy Dietz)
Gala in the Garden 2012: Paradise Found
Saturday, February 4 at 6:30 p.m.

Gala in the Garden, Paradise Found is Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden's must-attend social event of the year. Chairpersons for this year’s black-tie fundraiser are Swanee DiMare and Frances Aldrich Sevilla-Sacasa with Penny Stamps and Joyce Burns serving as Philanthropic Chairmen. The evening begins with cocktails and a silent auction in the Jean duPont Shehan Visitor Center before adjourning to the large lakeside pavilion for dining and dancing. Gala decor and catering will be provided by Lasso the Moon. Gala guests will not only enjoy a spectacular evening amid stunning tropical landscape, but they will also be supporting the vital conservation work of Fairchild. Seats start at $600.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road, Miami
305-667-1651, Ext. 3375 (Susannah Shubin)
The WIZO Tree of Life Forest in Miami
Sunday, February 5 at 9 a.m.

WIZO has joined with Miami-Dade County's Million Trees Miami and Bio Planet USA to create The WIZO Tree of Life Forest in Miami. The community-wide goal is to plant one million trees by 2020 in order to achieve a 30% tree canopy cover for Miami-Dade County and foster a vibrant and beautiful community. Plant your own tree and give it special meaning by honoring, remembering or celebrating Tu B'Shevat. For every tree planted, a native seed will be sent to Israel to one of WIZO Florida’s sponsored centers. The event is chaired by Mavi Haime. Tree sizes and species are subject to Miami-Dade County specifications. Costs are: Seedling $36; Bush $180; Small Tree $360; Mature Tree $720; Adult Tree $1080; Major Sponsorship $5000.

North Shore Open Space Park
7929 Atlantic Way, Miami Beach
(Between 79th & 87th Streets on Collins Avenue)
305-861-8860
19th Annual Miami International Map Fair
Saturday & Sunday, February 4 & 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The #1 map fair in the world is right here in Miami-Dade County, hosted by History Miami. The Miami International Map Fair returns for its nineteenth year and will carry, among its many rare maps, the first printed maps of the New World and the first to show Cuba. Held over two days, the fair provides the serious collector or casual browser an amazing display of antique maps and rare books. You can also bring in a map of your own for expert opinions and can attend the interesting lectures and presentations. The $75 weekend participant registration includes lectures, lunch, and Saturday evening cocktail reception. Admission to the Miami International Map Fair is $15 for adults; $5 for children 6-12 each day; and $5 for HistoryMiami members. Call for more information about the Miami International Map Fair.

HistoryMiami
101 West Flagler Street, Miami
305-375-1614
Wine, Women & Shoes
Wednesday, February 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wine + Women + Shoes = the perfect fit! The Inaugural Wine, Women & Shoes event will provide an opportunity for women of all generations to slip into their stilettos and join together for shopping and fun with the common purpose of supporting world-class care at Miami Children's Hospital. This sophisticated event will feature wine tastings, a silent auction, a fashion marketplace and a fashion show. Be there - Be fabulous! Honorary Chair is Shannon Hori, and co-chairs are Criselda Breene and Carola Pimentel. Tickets are $200 for general seating and $300 for runway seating. Tables of ten are $2000 and $3000, and sponsorships range from $500 to $35,000.

Coral Gables Country Club
990 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables
786-624-2038 (Morgana Nieves)
A Birthday Celebration!
Wednesday, February 8 from 5 to 9 p.m.

New Theatre will host a special party celebrating the birthdays of managing director Eileen Suarez and artistic director Ricky J. Martinez. The festivities will feature complimentary appetizers, a round of drinks for everyone from the Garage Beer list, drink specials from 5 to 7 p.m. and a hearty game of trivia with prizes for the winners. No gifts but there will be a box for donations to New Theatre in honor of Suarez and Martinez. Be part of the fun!

Filling Station
95 S.E. 2nd Street, Downtown Miami
305-443-5909


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