adorable, vet checked and akc registered yorkie puppies for adoption, they are home and potty trained and have all shots, they are very playful and kind to other home pets, get to us for more details at david_morgane@yahoo.com

Musica, invitados especiales y un reto a vivir RADICALMENTE! 4563 N. University Dr. Lauderhill, FL 33051 954 578 6806

Please call Martha Jones 305 510 9649-regarding the reunion being held at Dadeland Marriott on June 20,21--reunion fee is $100.00 per person

For Hope, Inc. (a company with a cause), Presents Bella Ella Designs -- beautiful jewelry for a more beautiful world Featuring cool, trendy jewelry pieces with price ranges from $25 - $250 Please visit us at La Gorce Country Club 5685 Alton Road, Miami Beach anytime from 10:00 am - 1:00pm Beverages and light hors d' oeuvres served Portion of the Proceeds of this event to benefit the The Children's Home Society of Miami

CAC-Florida Medical Centers will open and dedicate its new North Miami Beach center, 1648 NE 163rd St., on Sat., April 26, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, which includes live entertainment, refreshments and tours of the new center, is free and open to the public.

Free three-day festival celebrating the MiMo District (Miami Modern); enjoy live music, entertainment, contests, historic walking tours, a Frieda Kahlo look-a-like contest, Little Miss MiMo pageant and more! All the fun takes place on Biscayne Boulevard from 66th to 77th Streets. For more information, visit MiMoBoulevard.org

ECP continues to blaze trails; schedules 2nd small business profitability event (April 14, 2008, MIAMI, FL) – Continuing in their efforts to provide the local small business development community with opportunities to excel, progress and achieve; the Economic Community Partnership (ECP) are in the process of launching another Networking/Marketing/Technology/Information event. The “ECP Business-2-Business Empowerment Conference” series is the high-energy collaborative effort of various non-profit organizations/businesses/governmental agencies and other such entities that have assembled for the main purpose of assisting the local small business community in their efforts to enhance, improve and profit. The ECP’s “Zero to a Million”…”From Breaking Even to Breaking Records” Business-2-Business Empowerment Conference event will be held on Monday, May 5th, 2008 in the Treetop Ballroom of Jungle Island (Parrot Jungle) from 2pm until 5pm. The event seeks to feature facilitators, presenters and special guest speakers from various business development backgrounds. These spirited entrepreneurs all share one specific commonality; they are successful business owners who have literally taken their business from “start-up to success” and are now enjoying revenues up to and in excess of $1 million dollars. . The primary focus of the event is to provide the attendee with invaluable tools, techniques and strategies in the areas of Networking, Marketing, Technology and Resource management. This information will serve the “knowledge-seeker” in their quest to become productive, efficient and profitable. “This event is not only for the curious and start-up business info-seeker but it is also designed for successful entrepreneurs who are seeking to transform their business into a much more efficient and profitable operation, said Arthur Blair/ECP Publicity/Media Relations Chairperson. # # #

The upcoming program in the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s Real Estate Speaker Series will feature leading South Florida developers discussing “Living the Cycle” on Tuesday, April 29, at 7:45 a.m. at the Greater Miami Jewish Federation, 4200 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami. Participating in the panel discussion will be two veterans of the South Florida real estate industry: Michael Adler, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Adler Group, Inc., and Stephen Bittel, Chairman and Founder of Terranova Corporation. Jim Fried, President of Sandstone Realty Advisors, will serve as moderator. The Real Estate Series is an opportunity for top real estate and allied professionals to network and learn about the newest projects and trends in the Miami area and in the Jewish community. Registration and a kosher breakfast will begin at 7:45 a.m., followed by the discussion at 8:15 a.m. Couvert is $18 in advance or $20 at the door. To RSVP, call 786.866.8446 or e-mail TheNetwork@gmjf.org.

Miami-Dade County has 4,000 abused and neglected children in foster care. Over a thousand of these children still don't have someone to speak up for them. You can be an advocate for them through the Guardian Ad Litem Program. Sessions start on May 3, 2008 at the Juvenile Justice Center 3302 NW 27th Avenue, Miami, Fl 33142. There is a child in foster care who needs your voice. For more information contact Norma Strickland at 305 638 6861 Ext 245 or visit

Schmooz' N' Shabbat

Schmooz' N' Shabbat @ Temple Beth Am April 25, 2008 Join us for an alternative Shabbat experience with Cantor Lisa Segal and “The Garage Band,” featuring Congregants Jonathan Baumgard, Fred Kettler and Claudia Potamkin. Schmooz'N Shabbat will be a joyful, song-filled, spiritual experience that incorporates all the elements of a traditional Kabbalat Shabbat Service. 8:00 p.m. — Cocktails in the Extended Social Hall. 8:30 p.m. — Services in the Sanctuary. RSVP to jgonzalez@tbam.org or http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=15445866741

FREE Chronic Kidney Disease Health Screenings Millions may be at risk and not know it FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Saturday, April 26, 2008 (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.) and Sunday, April 27, 2008, (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.). The National Kidney Foundation of Florida and the American Nephrology Nurses’ Association, with support from Amgen, will provide FREE health screenings for chronic kidney disease (CKD) during the NBC6 Health & Fitness Expo. Kidney specialists will offer attendees customized health consultations based on the results of their screening, which includes a blood pressure check, body mass index calculation and a brief family health questionnaire. In Florida, as many as 1.9 million people have some level of CKD but many are unaware of their condition. Empowering yourself and your loved ones with information about CKD can help you identify and manage the disease and its causes. WHAT: FREE chronic kidney disease health screenings WHEN:Saturday, April 26 Sunday, April 27 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. WHERE:NBC6/Telemundo51 Health & Fitness Expo Miami Beach Convention Center

Game Date's concept was created to bring an interesting and diverse group of people together to interact in a social setting based on playing games. Game Date gives you the opportunity to allow yourself to have a great time and interact with those who have the same goals. The venue is comfortable and provides a warm and friendly atmosphere. We feature a variety of music and the rooms are accented with laughter, competition, and camaraderie. The guests vary in age, profession, and social background yet the games provide an avenue for strangers to become acquainted without the usual awkwardness associated with meeting someone new. The casual environment creates an atmosphere conducive to mingling, networking, and having fun! HERE ARE THE DETAILS: When: Friday, May 9, 2008 Time: 8pm until 1am Where: The Holiday Inn UM (1350 SOUTH DIXIE HIGHWAY) Who: singles, couples, groups...EVERYBODY What: food, drink, music, great people, and GAMES! Why: because we wanna Play! Cost: $8 (FREE parking) Info Contact: CKEventsinfo@gmail.com

4th Annual Paths to Parenthood Conference WHO: Paths To Parenthood Conference WHAT: Fertility Awareness Health Fair sponsored by Fertile Dreams, Inc. WHERE: Orlando Marriott, 1501 International Parkway, Lake Mary WHEN: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sunday, May 4; Registration: 8 a.m., Conference: 9 a.m. COST: Free! REGISTRATION: Seating is limited and reservations are suggested. To register, call 321-397-3868 or visit fertiledreams.org

Pre Cinco De Mayo Fiesta to benefit Shih Tzu Rescue Inc, a no-kill, non profit organization, dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and finding loving permanent homes for dogs in South Florida. Event is April 27, 2008, from 4-8 pm, at Azteca Real Mexican Restaurant (W. 8800 SR 84, Davie Florida, 33324). Admission is $35 advance purchase at www.shihtzurescue.org,(print receipt of transaction), or $45 at the door. Admission includes, free delicious food and non-alcoholic drinks, drink specials all night, live entertainment, great raffle prizes, and silent auction.Have Fun while giving more.

Sunday, May 11, 2008 3:00 p.m. Colony Theater 1040 Lincoln Road Miami Beach, FL 33139 Description of Event: Not sure what to do for Mom for Mother’s Day? Bring her to the Walenstein Symphony Orchestra’s 1st Annual Mother’s Day Concert. Our program is sure to please the entire family. Works include J.S. Bach, Elgar, Mozart, Grieg, and a guest performance by 20-year-old violinist, David Andai. Description of Walenstein Symphony Orchestra: WSO’s primary objective is to present high quality musical performances to the residents and visitors of South Florida. What makes this orchestra unique is that all guest solo artists are extremely gifted prospect professional soloist; that is middle, high school, and college students; giving them the opportunity to perform with a professional orchestra and exposure to the public. Unfortunately, nonprofessional music students rarely have that opportunity, which is critical to musical development. Ticket Information: Available on Ticketmaster through our website, www.walensteinmusic.org, Culture Shock, Colony Theater Box Office (305-674-1040), and limited Golden Tickets. Prices: $30, $20, $10 CONTACT INFORMATION: Romel Joseph, 786-380-4533 Victoria Joseph, 305-904-3736 walensteinmusic@hotmail.com

Date: Wednesday 7th May 2008 Time: 6.00pm - 8.00pm Place: Blue Martini 2414 E Sunrise Blvd, Ft Lauderdale, FL 33304 Cost: NFP Members: $10, Non-Members: $15 AT DOOR: $20 for everyone. Cash only at door. www.networkingforprofessionals.com * Make quality business connections and mingle with top professionals. * Enjoy complimentary nibbles and drink specials (6-8PM). Cash bar. * The next day we'll email you the list of confirmed attendees to help you follow up with your new contacts. * Only those who sign up in advance online will receive the list of attendees. BOOK NOW AT: http://www.networkingforprofessionals.com/eventlistings.php?event=SSFL

The Miami Beach Cultural Arts Alliance (MBCAA) is sponsoring the 2008 Lincoln Road Gospelfest on Saturday, April 19th at 6 p.m. The free event will be held inside the Sanctuary of the Miami Beach Community Church located at 1620 Drexel Avenue in Miami Beach. The spirit-filled concert will feature the Unity on the Bay Choir, led by Grammy-nominated producer Dan Geary, Thom Sessa and Julie Ellis. The forty-member choir, made up of volunteer singers has become widely known through their unique mix of musical genres – from classical and gospel of rock, to pop and R&B. The musical event will also include a special performance by recorded-solo artist Kathy King. The gospel singer, who spent several years juggling music with teaching fifth grade in Florida, released her second album of original Christian music in the spring of 2002 entitled “Step into Grace.” Shortly after King left the teaching profession altogether to travel to the United Kingdom to record “He Will Provide,” which was released in January of 2005. King is working on her third album and is also writing a children’s book of work and worship.

CocoWalk, Nikki Coconut Grove and Nikki Style Magazine invite South Florida to a first of its kind fashion show—On the Catwalk at CocoWalk—benefiting the Kristi House. Models will strut fashions from favorite CocoWalk stores like KoKo & Palenki, Edward Beiner, Kouture One, Palm Produce, and Azul Boutique. The event is free to the public, although VIP tickets are available for a suggested donation of $25 per person. VIP tickets include preferred seating at the show; access to a meet-and-greet with the models after the show; complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres; and entrance into the after-party at Nikki Coconut Grove. General admission guests that wish to attend the after-party are asked to make a donation at the door. For information on tickets call (305) 444-0777 or visit www.cocowalk.net. For information on the Kristi House visit

A Brush with Britto

Romero Britto unveils his sculptures for the Shops at Midtown Miami and participates with children in a painting event. Come and see the acclaimed artist at work as he guides children in recreating a mini replica of his life-sized butterfly sculpture, which will be unveiled for the center that day. Children ages 4-15 are invited to participate. Saturday, April 19 2008, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Fountain Plaza, 3201 N. Miami Avenue. Free. 305-573-3371 or www.ShopMidtownMiami.com or LRyan@ddrc.com

Not sure what to get Mom for Mother’s Day? Bring her to the Walenstein Symphony Orchestra’s 1st Annual Mother’s Day Concert. Our program is sure to please the entire family. Works include J.S. Bach, Elgar, Mozart, Grieg, and a guest performance by 20-year-old violinist, David Andai. Ticket Information: Available on Ticketmaster through our website, www.walensteinmusic.org, Culture Shock, Colony Theater Box Office (305-674-1040), and limited Golden Tickets. Prices: $30, $20, $10 Sunday, May 11, 2008 3:00 p.m. Colony Theater 1040 Lincoln Road Miami Beach, FL 331

Agape Group is having their annual fundraising Garage Sale. Come by and shop at a bargain, help us raise money for our groups retreats and events. When: Saturday, April 19, 2008 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Where: St. Timothy Catholic Church - 5400 SW 102 Avenue For more information call Nancy (305)362-2812

Join ASG Miami on Saturday April 26, 2008, from 9am to 2pm, at the Winston Park Clubhouse, 8100 SW 132 Avenue as we work on ASG’s 2008 National Community Service Project, the ‘Anti-Ouch Pouch’. This pouch provides comfort and protection while enabling a breast cancer patient to move about with hands free. The pattern is available on the ASG website, www.asg.org or at the event on the 26th. The pouch was designed by Deon Maas, a high school art teacher and is dedicated to her mother, Doris Lock, who taught her to sew. Both women are breast cancer survivors and ASG members. Bring: Lunch - ½ yard pieces of fabric - optional (fabric will be available but donations are appreciated) and your sewing machine and sewing supplies. Everyone welcome; please join us at this exciting and rewarding event.

SMSH 35th Class reunion will be held at the Dadeland Marriot Hotel in the Datran BallRoom, June 21,2008-Pre Reception on June 20th-Valet Parking-If you are interested call the above number for a Reunion package to be mailed to you.

HospiceCare of Southeast Florida cordially invites you to join us for a butterfly release on Sunday, April 20 from 2-4 in the Gardens of Hospice at 8405 NW 53rd Ave., Miami, FL. Each butterfly is released in honor or memory of a loved one. Refreshment will be served.

Chabad Women's Circle Invites you to join us for a Pre-Passover Wine & Cheese tasting Party Experience a Personal Exodus: Passover Insights & Meaningful Lessons Wednesday April 9, 7:30pm At Chabad Of Kendall/Pinecrest 8700 SW 112th Street Couvert:$18.00 $20.00 at the door. Sponsor:$36.00 To RSVP or for more info.please call:305 234-5654 0r visit www.chabadofkendall.org

Experience the deeper meaning of Passover in a warm and inspirational environment! Chabad invites you tojoin us for a traditional Passover Seder, complete with delicious catered Seder dinner, insights, singing, four cups of wine and Matzah galore. Saturday April 19 @ ChabadOf Kendall/Pinecrest 8pm-introduction to Seder, 8:30pm Seder $45.00 Adults and $25.00 Child (10 and under) RSVP by April 11,2008 call 305 234-5654 or online

A Talk in the Park consists of two one-act plays, The Duck Variations by David Mamet and The Zoo Story by Edward Albee. Both plays involve two men sitting on a park bench on a sunlit Sunday afternoon, a simple formula which yields anything but simplicities. The Duck Variations deals with two grumpy old men shadow-boxing in the dusklands of existential twilight, the park bench equivalent of two dueling armchair philosophers. They are jaded by what they see as the crumbling society around them. With a cleverly intertwined blend of both humor and dramatic revelation, they explore life's elusive meaning, using the ducks surrounding them in the park as a metaphor to sublimate the fears they have in their own lives. The Zoo Story deals with a chance encounter between two men on a sunny afternoon on a bench in Central Park. One is a conservative, family oriented, straight-laced executive. The other, a haunted, lonely, intelligent misfit, desperate for a genuine, meaningful human connection of depth and understanding. Just how desperate he is to achieve this type of connection makes this play one of the most fascinating, compelling and chilling works of drama in our time. The performance dates and times are as follows: March 29 (preview) at 4pm, March 30 (preview) at 2pm, April 12,13,20,27 at 2pm, May 3 at 2pm. The theater is located at the Pinecrest Gardens Banyan Bowl (former Parrot Jungle location) at 11000 Red Road, Miami, FL in Pinecrest. The plays are intended for mature audiences only. Tickets can be purchased safely and securely online at pinecrestrep.org or through their online booking agency theatermania.com under their Florida listings. Tickets are only $10 for adults, $8 for seniors 65 and up, students and military with proper ID. Credit and debit cards are for advance online purchases only. Only cash at the door.

Christ The King Catholic Church will be staging an International Arts & Craft Spring Festival on April 26th and 27th 2008. The Festival will feature a variety of attractions including craft items from The Caribbean, Haiti, The Bahamas, Asia, The Americas and Europe. There will also be a wide array of ethnic cuisines and culinary delights. Admission is free. The Festival will be held at the Church grounds 16000 SW 112 Avenue, Miami Florida 33157. The public is invited to come and enjoy a fun-filled weekend. The dates and times of the event are as follows: Saturday April 26th 9:00 AM - Sunset Sunday April 27th 12:00 Noon – 5:00 PM The Church is in the midst of a fundraising drive to rebuild their house of worship which was relocated to their parish hall as a result of the damage caused by Hurricane Andrew over 15 years ago. Christ The King has been serving the Richmond Heights, Perrine and surrounding communities for over forty years. During this time the Church, with a unique blend of multi-ethnicity among its parishioners, has provided a host of services including food and monetary assistance to the less fortunate of the community. Christ The King welcomes everyone to join us in the rebuilding effort. Media Note: This is a great story opportunity, particularly with the vast multi-ethnic composition (over 35 nationalities) of the Christ The King parish - the only parish in the diocese that conducts weekly services in French, Spanish and English.

Go Play! is a rewards program helping accredited US schools with any grades from K-8 earn up to $10,000 of Go Play! points that can be redeemed toward fitness and sports gear, or transportation costs assistance toward hands-on educational field trips. Go Play! was created by Nestlé Waters North America for it’s Nestlé Pure Life brand to encourage healthy play and healthy hydration for kids. To earn Go Play! points, families and community members remove labels from Nestlé Pure Life products and drop them in the Go Play! collection boxes at participating schools throughout the school year. Schools can register before March 31, 2008, at www.goplaylabels.com .

Crocs™ Next Step Campus Tour is bringing rock back to college campuses this Spring! Featuring newest rock sensation OneRepublic, and R&B hit maker Fabolous, music fans are sure to enjoy an amazing and exciting interactive experience. Your Tour Stop: April 10, 2008- Doors Open @ 5:00pm; Show starts @ 7:00pm Florida International University Contact: Chini Camargo phone#- 305-348-2138 email- tcamargo@fiu.edu Address: Florida International University South Campus 11200 Southwest 8th Street Miami, FL 33199 Tickets: Students- FREE! Public- $10 Tickets are available at the Campus Life Center For more info: www.nextstepcampustour.com

DATE: April 18,2008 CONTACT: Miss Piper 305-620-1294 LAKE STEVENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hosts Family Technology Awareness Night The Advance Technology students have made several advances in the technology field by creating dynamic projects and would like to share with their friends, family members, Teachers and members of the community we think that this activity is important to all . On April 19,2008, the Lake Stevens Middle School –Advance Technology students will host an evening of technology in conjunction with Family Technology Awareness night The event will be held at Lake Stevens Middle School on Friday April 18,2008 at 7pm-9pm For further information, please call (Contact Lake Stevens Middle School main office at 305-620-1294

Tracy Wilson Mourning, founder and visionary of the Honey Shine Mentoring Program - a program of Alonzo Mourning Charities - along with hundreds of women leaders, members, sponsors, mentors and volunteers gather for the 6th Annual Hats Off Luncheon presented by ING. Ladies, grab your favorite hat and enjoy a reception, silent auction, luncheon, and the always- anticipated “Honey Bug” Fashion Show. Proceeds go towards bi-monthly workshops for the program as well as Camp Honey Shine, a four-week summer day camp for 100 girls enrolled in the program. RSVP by April 22nd, 2008 to Andrea Graham at andrea@honeyshine.org or (305) 476-0095, extension 106. Tickets cost $125 and memberships begin at $250. Parking is available at $4 per car.

The Office of Multicultural Programs and Services at Florida International University will recognize scholarly excellence and service at the Fifth Annual SAGE Fundraising Reception on Friday, April 11, 2008 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Wolfe University Center Ballroom at the Biscayne Bay Campus. The event will feature a silent auction filled with a variety of items including hotel stays, art work and baskets as well as hors d'oeuvres and live entertainment. Main raffle prize is a two-night stay at Miami Airport Marriott. Ticket cost is $30.00, checks only, payable to FIU-SAGE. Contact us at 305-919-5817.

"Esotericism Today" a short film exploring the pursuit of a spiritual discipline in everyday life will be shown at The Angel's Ring, 86 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables. Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at 7:30pm. Free and open to the public. For more information call 954.981.6099. www.consciousregeneration.com

PRESS RELEASE South Florida’s 25th Sunrise Community Hot Air Balloon Race A Unique & Unforgettable Experience Miami, Florida USA – - Sunrise Community proudly hosts its 25th Sunrise Annual Hot Air Balloon Race. A special balloon inflation day for the media ONLY will take place early morning at 6:30 am Thursday, April 17, 2008 (weather permitting). This inflation will take place at the northeast corner of the Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport. The inflation day will mark the kick-off for the 25th Annual Sunrise Community Hot Air Balloon Race which is the nation’s only charitable balloon race event. (Race days are: Saturday April 19th beginning at 6:30 am for the first launch with a second launch at 5:30 pm and on Sunday, April 20th, the launch will begin at 6:30 am.) The magical Energizer Bunny® “Hot Hare" Balloon, along with Sunrise’s colorful balloon – the “Spirit of Sunrise II” and other majestic balloons will paint the Miami skies. Guests to this unique, family-friendly free event will enjoy two mornings and one evening ascension (weather permitting). Additionally, this event will include a fun and interactive KidZone, sales of arts & crafts made in our Adult Day Services programs, beautiful plants from our garden nurseries grown and cared by the individuals served by Sunrise. You will enjoy musical entertainment by The Lighter Than Air Showcase of Performers. Admission and parking to the Balloon Race is FREE for everyone. Visitors are encouraged to make a donation to benefit South Florida citizens with developmental disabilities assisted by Sunrise Community, Inc. For additional information and details about launch and entertainment times , log on to www.sunriseballoonrace.org or all (305) 275-3317. For general information about Sunrise Community Inc and sponsorship opportunities call (305) 273-3063.

The SICILIAN FILM FESTIVAL will present a collaboration of films from Sicilian movie directors and producers, along with lectures, parties, and other fabulous events relating to Sicilian culture. It will be held for the 3rd year running in Miami Beach, starting April 8th through the 14th. Emanuele Viscuso, President and Founder of the Sicilian Film Festival will be presenting this event, and a host of Italian actors and actresses such as Italian actor Franco Nero, English actress Vanessa Redgrave will grace the festival along with other VIPS. We invite all to attend.

The Miami Dance Music Awards & Honors were created to acknowledge the accomplishments and contributions of South Florida DJ'S, Club Owners, Producers, Recording Artist, Promoters, Radio Personalities and South Florida music & entertainment legends who's creative efforts and imagination laid down the sight and sounds which helped transform Miami & South Florida to the Dance music mecca, that it is today. Sponsored By Myspace Latino. Full details at www.305disco.com

FIRST ANNUAL DOG-A-THON to benefit the Miami Lighthouse of the Blind and Visually Impaired. This event will take place SUNDAY MARCH 30TH 2008, from 9AM to 12PM at the SHOPS AT MIDTOWN MIAMI - 3401 North Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33127. If you want more information about our event and the wonderful mission of our organization, please visit: www.miamilighthouse.org or call 305-856-2288 ext 293.

Expanding the discourse on Judaism and social justice, Rabbi Or N. Rose will be visiting Miami on March 31, 2008, to speak with the FIU and greater Miami communities. “Never Again … Again: Darfur and the American Jewish Community,” is the title of the talk he will deliver at FIU, University Park Campus, PC 211 at 11:00 am (more information 305-348-6561). Rabbi Rose will be speaking again that evening at 7:30 pm at Temple Emanu-El (1701 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, 305-538-2503) on the history of the idea of Tikkun Olam, the theological concept in Judaism of repairing the world to avoid social chaos. Both talks by Rabbi Rose are free and open to the public.

Sunday March 30th, 2008 9 AM to 12:30 PM Shops at Midtown Miami 3401 North Miami Avenue Miami, FL 33127 Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired is hosting its first Annual Dog-a-thon. Please come and join us in this wonderful event for the whole family and help us make a difference in the lives of hundreds of people.

The “Beer Chef” is Back! Chef Michael Wagner of Lola’s on Harrison is on fire with yet another four course beer dinner that will surely have you saying…. “beer….it’s growing on me!” This is a special $60/person (includes food and beer) prix fix menu option that is offered in addition to the full regular dinner menu. Seatings will be taken from 5pm until 11:00pm. The first three dinners were a huge success, and some items made it to our regular menu permanently! 5% of the proceeds will be donated to the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood Children’s Programming. Live latin jazz music provided by Oriente www.myspace.com/orienteworldmusic from 7-10pm. Seating is limited and reservations are required, however walk-ins will be welcome based on availability. To make your reservations, please call 954-927-9851 after 3pm. March 27th Left Hand Beer Dinner Menu: 1st Course Lamb Carpaccio with Pickled Vegetables, Creamy Mustard Vinaigrette Paired with: Left Hand Jackman’s American Pale Ale 2nd Course Pork and Ginger Potstickers with Garlic-Ginger Dipping Sauce Paired with: Left Hand JuJu Ginger 3rd Course Duck Pastrami “Reuben” Herb Russian Dressing, Gruyere Cheese, Fresh Sauerkraut, Caraway Rye Bread & Housemade Spiced Potato Chips Paired With: Left Hand Ryebock Lager 4th Course Milk Stout “Float” Vanilla Bean Ice Cream Topped with Milk Stout Chocolate Milk Stout Sauce Paired With: Left Hand Milk Stout **Dinner is served from 5-10pm Tues, Wed, Thurs, Sun and from 5-11:00pm Fri, Sat, and for all special menu events. Ample free parking is available behind the restaurant. All major credit cards accepted. Please call for catering and private event information (954) 927-9851

Calling all poetry lovers! Celebrate National Poetry Month with South Regional BCC Library’s Open Mic @ Poetry Reading Night. Share your favorite poetry with everyone and enjoy a beautiful evening of poetry recitals. Make your talent known! If desired, poems may be submitted to Broward County Library’s homepage for everyone to view. In addition, participants are welcome to play music and wear costumes to enhance their poetry performance. Light refreshments will be served. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Event Date: Tuesday April 2, 2008 Event Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm Event Location: South Regional-Broward Community College Library (inside auditorium) Event Address: 7300 Pines Blvd. Pembroke Pines, FL 33024 Event Contact: Desiree Roland/786-223-9028

JEWISH FEDERATION CELEBRATES ISRAEL’S 60TH ANNIVERSARY WITH SPECIAL CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA PERFORMANCE MIAMI – The Greater Miami Jewish Federation will celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of the State of Israel by presenting a special performance in partnership with The Cleveland Orchestra on Wednesday, March 26 at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. The 8 p.m. performance in the Arsht Center’s Knight Concert Hall will be conducted by Michael Stern, music director of the Kansas City Symphony, and will feature The Cleveland Orchestra debut of Israeli pianist Shai Wosner. The program will include Beethoven’s Fifth Symphony, Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 21 (“Elvira Madigan”) and Prokofiev’s Overture on Hebrew Themes. This concert is presented in partnership by the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and The Cleveland Orchestra with special thanks to the Braman Family Foundation for its generous support of Miami’s Israel 60 Celebration. Tickets are priced from $36-$125 and are available online at www.arshtcenter.org or by calling the Arsht Center Ticket Office at 305-949-6722.

The Florida International University School of Public Health is looking for women, age 50 and older, who are willing to participate in a survey and brief discussion about how women handle conflicts and problems in relationships with husbands, intimate partners, other relatives, or close friends . All inquiries are confidential. A $25 stipend will be paid for participating in a two-hour meeting. To find out more or to volunteer for the project call the Project Coordinator Michelle Zambrana at 305-919-5562.

The Human Services Coalition (HSC), a private Miami nonprofit founded in 1995, will honor artist Xavier Cortada for his community work on Friday, April 25 at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave., in Coral Gables. HSC will host a cocktail and awards ceremony at the Biltmore from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Immediately, guests will attend a performance of the play The Accomplices by Bernard Weinraub at the renowned GableStage. Tickets are $50, $75, $100 – Can be purchased online at www.hscdade.org.

The South Florida Palm Society will host the Spring 2008 Palm Sale featuring “The World's Largest Sale of rare and exotic palms.” This sale will be held at the Montgomery Botanical Center, (just south of the intersection of 57th Ave. and Old Cutler Road) which is home to a world-class research center and collection of palms and cycads. The sale will be held on March 15th and 16th. Sale hours are 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Admission to the sale will be FREE. Also Free palm seedlings will be given out while supplies last. MBC staff will be offering guided tours of its plant collections for $5 Dollars per person and free to children 16 and younger accompanied by an adult. Over 25 different vendors will offer over 250 different varieties of palms and cycads from all over the world. Literally thousands of rare and unusual plants will be offered for sale. There will also be information on the proper methods to grow a variety of these plants. In addition, there will be several artists displaying their work. Please join us.

Inaugural Gems of Time Invitational at La Gorce Country Club hosted by East Coast Jewelry to benefit Make A Wish Foundation of South Florida. Master of Ceremonies, Louis Oliver, Miami Dolphins Pro Football Superstar. Sponsors include East Coast's most prestigious watch and jewelry brands, Romero Britto, The Fort Lauderdale Collection, Talon Air, and many more. The day includes golf, fashion, beauty, bubbles, baubles, bikinis, fun, and much more. To attend the event or for more information, please call 786.323.0212

Join the online bidding for novel prizes, such as a part in a Jennifer Aniston film or a ride on the Batmobile- to raise funds for Beth David Congregation through its online auction now thourhg March 20. For more information and to submit bids for prizes, go to www.chaibay.com

Celebrate Purim at Beth David Congregation, 2625 SW Third Avenue, Miami with a Motown Megillah of music on Thursday, March 20 from 7 PM. Prizes from our online auction will be awarded that evening. For more information, go to www.chaibay.com or call 305-854-3911.

Toast the good life…Miami Wine and Food Festival is coming soon. Thirteen years ago, a group of wine lovers, all motivated to better the South Florida community, came together to create The Miami Wine and Food Festival, which runs this year from Thursday, April 3rd to Saturday, April 5th. Festivities kick off Thursday with a fine wine and food tasting at Merrick Park in Coral Gables. Friday night guests will cook their own dinner under the guidance of chef Stephen Lewandowski of New York’s famed Tribeca Grill. The festival wraps up Saturday with a gourmet lunch and live auction featuring luxury travel lots and rare wines. For tickets and sponsorship information call (305) 371-WINE or visit www.miamiwinefestival.org . All proceeds benefit Camillus House and United Way of Miami-Dade.

Seth Bramson will be signing his newest release "The Historic Photos of Palm Beach," a pictorial narrative of the city's history told through beautiful, archived photos. A great book for any travel, photography or history fan! This event will take place at 7pm, at the Barnes & Noble at 11380 Legacy Ave, in Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410.

We are proud to announce that the 2008 Latina United States Pageant will be held at Pirate's Dinner Adventure! Our delegates will be aboard a pirate ship (complete with pirates) competing for the titles of Miss Teen, Ms, and Mujer Latina United States 2008. This year's pageant production will be like no other. With Broadway-quality entertainment, stage, lighting and sound, the 2008 pageant will be one you don't want to miss.

Benefit premiere screening of Ricki Lake's "The Business of Being Born" - Important movie should be seen by all women of childbearing age. Proceeds will go toward helping women get quality healthcare during pregnancy and delivery. Screenings will be at the Tower theatre 1508 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL at 6:30 p.m. - Call 305-663-5555 for tickets. For more information www.holistichealthandfertility.com/businessofbeingborn

World Casting Champion and G.Loomis Senior Rod Designer, Steve Rajeff, along with other greats, will put-on a casting exhibition at the IGFA pond in Dania Beach on Feb. 2nd.. Approximately thirty casters from across the country and Canada will then compete during the following two days. The events will include fly and plug tackle for distance and accuracy competition sanctioned by the 100 year old American Casting Association. The IGFA (International Game Fish Association) Fishing Hall of Fame and Museum provides the world’s most comprehensive assemblage of sportfishing information, exhibits, educational classes, fishing demonstrations, interactive displays and virtual reality fishing. Spectators are welcome at these events. Feb 2nd- Exhibition Casting Steve Rajeff vs. Henry Mittel and others at IGFA pond, Dania Beach, Fl Feb. 3rd- Distance Events at Markham Park, Sunrise, FL Feb. 4th- Accuracy events at Tiger Tail Lake, Dania, Beach, followed by 5wt Combo Event and Awards at IGFA Links for schedule and registration are at www.americancastingassoc.org

Taste Napa Valley, considered the vintner’s signature event designed to educate and promote Napa Valley Appellation while “on the road,” will take place in only two days in Broward and Miami-Dade County. In Broward the wine tasting will be hosted on Tuesday, February 5 from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at C Atrium, Design Center of the Americas, 1855 Griffin Road, Dania Beach. On the second day, Wednesday, February 6, the tasting will be held at The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts,1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami. The two tastings will bring plenty of new and current releases to try along with the opportunity to sip wines never before seen in the Broward and Dade County area. Each of the 85 participating vintner has hand-crafted a minute quantity of wine that is sold only once and only to one bidder at the Premier Napa Valley, the barrel tasting and auction for the wine trade held in Napa Valley each February. This is a chance to be one of the rare few to ever try any of these wines, to meet the people behind them and perhaps even bid on one or more of them. This tasting is open to members of the wine trade and media only. Register now at www.napavintners.com.

Voices For Children Foundation, the fundraising arm of the 11th Judicial Circuit Guardian Ad Litem Program, will hold its Be A Voice Take The Lead Gala on Saturday, February 23, 2008 at Mandarin Oriental, Miami. Cocktail reception starts at 7:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 9 p.m. Individual tickets may be purchased starting at $500 with table sponsorship starting at $5,000. For more information call (305) 324.5678 or visit www.voices4.org The Be A Voice Gala features a different theme every year, delighting and surprising its guests time and time again. On this occasion, the theme will be Dancing Under the Stars. An enchanting evening, Voices For Children’s 2008 Gala will transport guests to a world of exquisite dining, fabulous entertainment featuring the Italian singing sensation Patrizio Buanne, and dancing.

Hosted by Peterson's Harley-Davidson of Miami South (US1 and the Turnpike) from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. Be part of the You’re One In A Million.org campaign, a grand scale sweepstakes to benefit The Women’s Alliance focusing on the power of one. Just one person, one, hope, one dollar to positively impact the lives of women in need. Donate one dollar, one single dollar, or become a sponsor of the campaign that is destined to raise one million dollars for The Women’s Alliance and transform the lives of women in transition from welfare and poverty to the workforce. April 18, 2008 at 8:00 pm one lucky donor will ride off on a one-of-a-kind Tigertail, a 2007 Softail Custom Harley-Davidson with a crystal skin made of Swarovski crystals. www.youreoneinamillion.org Tickets to attend the event are $75.00 per person and $100.00 per couple. Sign up at Peterson's Harley-Davidson of Miami stores. www.petersonsharley.com

IGFA School of Sportfishing is a hands on fishing seminar taught by world renowned captains at the International Fishing Hall of Fame in Dania Beach. Classes are Tuesday nights from 7pm-10pm. Visit www.igfa.org/schoolofsportfishing for a complete list of classes and topics as well as cost and registration information.

“Climb Miami," created by the American Lung Association of Florida, connects participants with an opportunity to help fight lung cancer. Participants will climb 55 flights (1,210 steps) of The Wachovia Financial Center, the second tallest building in Florida (765 feet). Last year, more than 250,000 feet were conquered by more than 400 participants resulting in over $88,000 raised for the American Lung Association of Florida. For more information go to www.stairclimbmiami.com

CLIMBERS GET READY FOR THE 4th ANNUAL "CLIMB MIAMI" SATURDAY, APRIL 12, 2008 Area Participants Compete And Fight Lung Cancer WHAT: “Climb Miami," created by the American Lung Association of Florida, connects participants with an opportunity to help fight lung cancer. Participants will climb 55 flights (1,210 steps) of The Wachovia Financial Center, the second tallest building in Florida (765 feet). Last year, more than 250,000 feet were conquered by more than 400 participants resulting in over $88,000 raised for the American Lung Association of Florida. WHO:Participants include: "Survivor" contestant and CBS4 and UPN33 Medical Specialist Dr. Sean Kenniff Two hundred Miami-Dade Firefighters One Hundred firefighters from across the state of Florida Participants climbing in honor or in memory of someone with lung disease WHEN:Saturday, April 12th Participants check in at 7 a.m. Race begins promptly at 8 a.m. WHERE: Wachovia Financial Center 200 S. Biscayne Boulevard, Miami Race begins in the courtyard on the west side of the building. Post-event party in the courtyard CONTACT: Ellice Almas at (954) 524-4657 or ealmas@lungfla.org