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March of Dimes: Women of Distinction

THE EVENT  Since 1995, The March of Dimes has honored over 170 women who have made significant contributions to Broward County. Our honorees are leaders in their fields, innovators of unique programs and services, and life long advocates for promoting equality for women and girls everywhere. Some of them conquere extraordinary obstacles along their personal and

The Art of Museum Making

It’s a Sunday morning at the Young at Art Children’s Museum, and a string of parents bearing gifts starts streaming in the door for the bevy of birthday parties that will ensue all day. Mindy Shrago, the creator, founder and CEO of the museum, is there to greet them all with her ever-present smile. With

There Is No Place Like Home: 10th Annual Fairy Tale Ball: “The Wizard of Oz”

THE EVENT  The Diamond Angels of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation will host the 10th Annual Fairy Tale Ball to raise funds to support pediatric programs at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Guests will follow the yellow brick road and mingle with Dorothy, Tin Man, Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion, along with other fantastically memorable characters in

‘Hopefully In 15 Years They Come Back’

Park Ranger Dave Jackson is about to dig up baby turtles and count shells. He looks up to see if everyone’s paying attention. Jackson’s accent is heavily Caribbean; he chuckles and explains that he’s from Georgia. He has just removed a grid of metal wiring and the spokes that held it down, the cover for

6th Annual Glow in the Dark Charity Golf Tournament & Party

THE EVENT  Alternative Education Foundation, a leading non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of children, will hold its Sixth Annual Charity Glow-In-The-Dark Golf Tournament & Party on Friday, November 8th at the Fort Lauderdale Country Club. Funds raised at the event will support research and programs that help children develop the cognitive, social, physical and

The 13th Annual Dan Marino Cigar & Wine Dinner

THE EVENT  Pro-Football Hall of Fame Quarterback and CBS Sports Analyst, Dan Marino will host the 13th Annual Dan Marino Cigar & Wine Dinner, brought to you by Greenspoon Marder Foundation, presented by Ultimate Software. Since its inception, this exclusive affair has brought together some of South Florida’s most influential movers and shakers for an exquisite

JAFCO in My Sneakers 5k Run and Family Fun Walk

THE EVENT  JAFCO volunteers are lacing up their running shoes to get ready for the Inaugural In My Sneakers Certified 5K Run and Family Fun Walk raising money for a very special project to help South Florida families and children living with developmental disabilities. The morning will be filled with activities, entertainment and fun for

The Tranquility Zone

I came to aLaya with a girlfriend for a self-indulgent afternoon of pampering, relaxation and girl talk, and the spa delivered, right from the start. The aLaya spa may belocated on the grounds of The Bonaventure Resort & Spa in Weston, but it is worlds away from the hustle and bustle of the resort.  I entered

4th Annual Shopping Boutique and Luncheon

THE EVENT For this year’s Not My Daughter…find a cure now! Luncheon, entertainment takes on unique and meaningful focus. The Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale will make a fashion statement to help end breast cancer at the annual Shopping Boutique and Luncheon this October 14 at the Marriott Heron Bay in Coral Springs. The eagerly

Leadership Broward

THE EVENT Each year Leadership Broward Foundation honors individuals whose talent and resources help make Broward County a great place to live and work. This year’s honorees include: John Benz, Memorial Healthcare System; Lisa Scott-Founds, Winterfest; Michael Goodman, Bitner Goodman; Gerry Litrento, BankUnited, N.A.; and Burnadette Norris-Weeks, Burnadette Norris-Weeks, P.A. The gala is co-chaired by