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May 20, 2013 at 11:42 am / Non-Profit Events / by admin

Upcoming 16th Annual Cuisine for Art presented by the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood

Wednesday May 22nd, 2013 Seminole Hard Rock and Casino Cocktail reception and silent auction, 6 pm Dinner, entertainment, awards presentation and live auction, 7 pm. Cuisine for Art is a fun and festive reception and sit-down dinner featuring elected government officials and community leaders who serve as your waiters. Southern Wine & Spirits of America Inc.’s Executive Vice President and Treasurer Steven R. Becker will be honored for his contributions to South Florida. Mr. Becker is responsible for the company’s [...]

May 17, 2013 at 12:47 pm / Events / by admin

110 Fitness Grand Opening benefiting Gilda’s Club

The party was with Eye On South Florida and Lifestyle Magazines downtown at the grand opening of the newest Gym where the most influential people meet! Hamilton Fine Art will had a fantastic silent auction, there was food, drinks, wine and healthy cooking demos. All proceeds from the event went to the Gilda’s club. About 110 Fitness: 110 Fitness has over 23,000 square feet of workout facilities filled with cardio machines, strength and free weight equipment. You won’t find a [...]

May 15, 2013 at 10:52 am / Events / by admin

Covenant House Serenity Room Dedication Ceremony

Fort Lauderdale – On May 13 Sanctuary Stars Leadership Broward Class XXXI held there dedication ceremony of the new serenity room at the Covenant House. About Covenant House: Our Vision to Help Homeless Kids Each year in the U.S. alone, as many as 2 million youth experience a period of homelessness, and every year more than 5,000 of these young people lose their lives to the streets. Their hope and promise are lost forever unless they find someone – like [...]

May 14, 2013 at 8:00 am / Non-Profit Events / by admin

American Cancer Society 100th Birthday Ball

Happy 100th Birthday American Cancer Society! The American Cancer Society held it’s magical 100th Birthday Ball honoring AutoNation Chairman and CEO Mike Jackson and cancer survivor Lynne Curry Saturday night. The event was held at the Hyatt Regency Pier 66 with entertainment by The Steve Chase Band. The Honorary Chairs of the 100th Birthday Ball were Wayne and Marti Huizenga. The co-chairs are two entrepreneurs: Keith Koenig, co-founder along with his brother Kevin, of City Furniture; and Terry Stiles, president [...]

May 13, 2013 at 12:30 pm / Non-Profit Events / by admin

200 kids with cancer hold “A Prom To Remember”

It was a night to remember as 150 kids along with their guests walked the red carpet at the Ritz Carlton Fort Lauderdale Beach. The kids arrived in limousines and were decked out in high fashion. The biggest accessory of the night? The smiles the kids wore on their faces. Prom night is typically a highlight for most teenagers, unfortunately many kids battling cancer do not get to have that experience because of their illness. Our goal is not only [...]

May 12, 2013 at 1:29 pm / Non-Profit Events / by admin

100 Most Outstanding Women of Broward County presented by the BGCBC

Each year, the “100 Outstanding Women of Broward County” event showcases and celebrates the accomplishments of women who have impacted Broward’s business, community, and philanthropic fields. The evening featured an extended social cocktail hour, silent auction and dinner. The honorees were then recognized, followed by a live auction. The audience included a “Who’s Who” of more than 1,100 leaders celebrating and honoring the 100 outstanding women. The 2013 honorees included event founder and President of the Prestige Club, Polly Wilkie; [...]

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Galley Wars 2013

May 7, 2013 at 4:48 pm / Events

The Eye was on hand at Hugh’s culinary for Fleet Week 2013 Galley Wars! Find out who won and what this year’s secret ingredient was! Similar to the Iron Chef reality show, the Galley Wars competition pits military culinary specialists against each other in a contest to prepare the best food using only surprise ingredients. Chefs and their brigades ordinarily come from ships participating in Fleet Week Port Everglades. This year, with a focus on our local military units, each [...]

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Legion of Honor Ceremony Fleet Week 2013

May 7, 2013 at 12:29 pm / Events

The organizers of Fleet Week Port Everglades, the Consul General of France in Miami and representatives from the American Society of the Legion of Honour, bestowed the highest distinction of the French Republic on local World War II veterans to honor their military merits. Additionally, they recognized our latest generation of american patriots appointed to the United States Naval Academy from throughout Broward County. Color Guard presented by – Naval Operations Support Center, West Palm Beach – NOSC WPB Live [...]

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Making Real Connections Breakfast

May 3, 2013 at 7:04 pm / Non-Profit Events

Thursday May 2nd, 2013 2-1-1 Broward along with OK Generators held their 2nd Annual Making Real Connections Breakfast at the Signature Grand. The breakfast was held in recognition of the tremendous support and connections that 2-1-1 Broward has received from its community partners. The event honored local individuals and organizations that have played key roles in helping 2-1-1 Broward accomplish its goals. This year’s honorees included Jen Klaassens, Gregory Haile, Esq., Marcia Barry-Smith, Berger Singerman, Broward County, Patriot National Insurance [...]

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HANDY of Fort Lauderdale holds Grand Re-Opening

May 2, 2013 at 4:16 pm / Non-Profit Events

Handy Inc of Fort Lauderdale held their Grand Re-Opening and ribbon cutting ceremony this past Tuesday. The community took part in the celebration and a special thank you went out to Moss Construction. About Handy: Mission Statement HANDY’s mission is to embrace, educate, and empower vulnerable youth to become engaged, productive adults. HANDY annually serves more than 1,300 at-risk children who participate in comprehensive programs that focus on education, youth development, and economic self-sufficiency. HANDY serves …. Children and youth [...]

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Fleet Week 2013 Kickoff Party

May 1, 2013 at 1:04 pm / Events

It might be a “fleetless” Fleet Week but Broward Navy Days and Broward County are still showing their appreciation for the proud men and women of the military. Fleet Week 2013 kicked off the military appreciation week at Chima Brazilian Steakhouse on Las Olas monday evening. For more information on schedule click HERE

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Henderson Behavioral Health’s 60th Diamond Jubilee

April 29, 2013 at 5:00 pm / Non-Profit Events

Henderson Behavioral Health celebrated its 60th anniversary “Diamond Jubilee” April 27 at the Signature Grand in Davie. Guests enjoyed a lavish cocktail reception, silent and live auction, dinner and danced to the sounds of Dee Dee Wilde. The event honored Carol Harrison, Broward College, Broward College President J. David Armstrong and Henderson Behavioral Health’s past board presidents. It was a night to remember and all for a great cause. Congratulations on 60 years of excellence!

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Adrienne Arsht Center of Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County Annual Gala

April 28, 2013 at 12:14 am / Non-Profit Events

Eye On South Florida was delighted to be at the 2013 Adrienne Arsht Center Annual Gala. Our correspondents Evan Golden and Paige Bresky were able to mingle with the crowd and talk to the Event Chairs, Swanee and Paul DiMare and the Honorary Chair herself Adrienne Arsht. Mr. Harry Connick, Jr., one of the entertainment world’s most celebrated, multifaceted talents took the stage for a very special performance for Miami’s philanthropic, business and civic leaders. It was a magical evening [...]

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Distinguished Visiting Chef Series at Johnson and Wales

April 27, 2013 at 12:10 pm / Events

Johnson and Wales held their Distinguished Visiting Chef Series this past Friday at the North Miami Campus. This year’s distinguished chef was alumna Juliana Gonzalez of Barceloneta Mercat, Nobu. Attendees were treated to 4 course meal with wine pairings and proceeds from the event went to JWU culinary scholarship fund.

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Fleet Week 2013 Schedule

April 27, 2013 at 11:59 am / Events

Broward Navy Days, Inc. is pleased to announce the tentative public events schedule for Fleet Week Port Everglades 2013, April 29 – May 6. For more information, click on the individual event link. All events are subject to change. Monday, April 29 Opening Reception*, Hosted by Seacor Holdings, 6 p.m., Chima, Fort Lauderdale Tuesday, April 30 Republic Services Golf Classic, 7:30 a.m., Fort Lauderdale Country Club Click here to register online. Click here to download the registration brochure (PDF). Miami [...]

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Walk with Walgreens for the Diabetes Research Institute

April 23, 2013 at 10:13 am / Non-Profit Events

Across South Florida, thousands of families came out to Walk with Walgreens on their way to better health and toward a cure for diabetes. Attendees enjoyed music, free giveaways, refreshments, entertainment, health booths, info, a muscle car show and a sandcastle display. Proceeds benefited the Diabetes Research Institute. Why should you continue to Walk with Walgreens? >For great exercise. >To boost energy levels and decrease health risks. >It’s fun and easy! >To be part of a community effort. >To support [...]

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