As part of its mission to end homelessness among children in Florida, the Covenant House Florida is hosting a Sleep Out event on Nov. 18 to shed light on the growing issue. The occasion will help the nonprofit organization raise funds to continue its services which provide safe shelter, food, healthcare, job training, counseling, education
Don’t Miss These Halloween Events in South Florida, Part 1
Whether looking for a costume contest, spooky-themed cocktails, a dance party, or a place to bring the kids for trick or treating, venues across South Florida have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the annual Halloween tradition. Our favorite activities include: Miami A Ghostbuster’s-themed Halloween dance party at 80’s 305 Bar at 971 SW 8 St. (in back
Spa Talk: Heavenly Spa at The Westin
The lowdown: It’s no secret in local spa circles that The Westin overlooking Fort Lauderdale Beach offers its own slice of heaven. Though intimate (with only six treatment rooms) compared to some of its sprawling counterparts, Heavenly Spa continues to resonate with rejuvenation enthusiasts on multiple fronts. Reviewers on Tripadvisor, where Heavenly Spa is the
Business for the Arts of Broward to Host 3rd Annual Art + Stroll Event
Like many events in 2020, Business for the Arts of Broward (BFA) had to host its Annual Art + Stroll Event virtually, but not in 2021. The 3rd Annual Art + Stroll Event will return as an in-person event from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Nov. 17 inside the lobbies of buildings 401, 301
The Boat Show Is Back
After exceeding expectations last year during the high tide of COVID-19, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show returns in full force for its 62nd edition. Bahia Mar Yachting Center (801 Seabreeze Blvd.) will serve as home base from Oct. 27-31 for an exhibition—owned by the Marine Industries Association of South Florida and produced by Informa
Custom-built Waterfront Home in Normandy Isles Nets Record Sale
The South Florida real estate market continues to produce record numbers after the property at 672 South Shore Drive in Miami Beach recently sold for $6.75 million. Ignacio Villanueva, a real estate agent with Compass, who represented the buyers (a couple from New York City), says the deal was the highest-priced home ever sold on
Total Wine & More to Host Events in Boca Raton and Miami
Total Wine & More will celebrate its 2nd annual “Wine and Wanderlust” event from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 26 at the Moore Building, 191 NE 40th St in Miami and Thursday, Oct. 28 at the Addison at 2 E Camino Real in Boca Raton. The interactive experience will allow guests to sample
Let the Bidding Begin
The era of must-see TV in the 1980s and ’90s—back when networks packed their Thursday night schedules with ratings juggernauts—had passed when Joseph Ladin launched SFLMaven nearly 20 years ago. But the idea piqued his interest. His fledgling fine jewelry/accessories storefront on eBay needed a hook—and a Thursday night auction, with bidding for premium pieces,
Love Is in the Air
Not many actors receive a full 20 months between the first preview performance of their latest play and the official opening night. That’s the surreal position in which Matt Stabile (pictured, left) finds himself. Stabile has been artistic director of Theatre Lab, the professional theater company and new-play incubator at Florida Atlantic University in Boca
Ytech Purchases Historic Nolan House in Brickell
One of Miami’s most historically significant landmarks recently sold for $6 million after Brickell-based development firm Ytech purchased the George E. Nolan House. The property at 1548 Brickell Avenue is one of the last remaining estates along Miami’s “Millionaire’s Row.” “Brickell is at the epicenter of Miami’s evolution and Ytech has a deep appreciation for the neighborhood’s