Posh, Orlando's new nightclub, is hosting a pre-grand opening event tonight. Wizard Connection, Bacardi, and Arthur's Fine Gourmet Catering are the sponsors…The Fort Lauderdale Boat Show, the largest in the world, begins today and runs until November 4, featuring more than 1,600 vessels and 160 yachts, marine supplies, accessories, and electronics…On Wednesday, Weitzer Communities celebrates the grand opening of luxury residence Tao with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and live entertainment at the BankAtlantic Center…On Friday, Gen Art presents Exposed, its first music-based program showcasing upcoming talent, at I/O Lounge in downtown Miami. New York band SiSe is marking its first Miami appearance…On Saturday, the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden presents Fine Wines at Fairchild. More than 100 wines will be paired with dishes from restaurants and caterers such as Christy's, Café Tu Tu Tango, Paella Party Creations, and Sara Sharpe Catering. Proceeds from the event and its silent auction will benefit Fairchild Challenge, the garden's youth educational outreach program…Also on Saturday is Hairstylists for Humanity's first Big Wig charity ball at the Josephine S. Leiser Opera Center in Fort Lauderdale. The charity event will include an open bar, hors d'oeuvres, and entertainment…The Strawberry Classic Car Show takes place on Saturday in Plant City. Guests can visit crafters and vendors and see classic cars and hot rods at McCall Park. DJ Allan Page and the Swing Shift Band will perform…Arthur's Jam 2005 takes place on Saturday at Ragtops Motorcars, benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Cruzan Rum will serve specialty cocktails, and there will be a buffet dinner by Special Impressions at the Breakers, complimentary beer and wine by Thies Distributing, and entertainment by DJ Boogie Brent…The third annual South Florida Dragon Boat Festival will take place from Saturday, October 15, through Sunday, October 16, at Haulover Park & Marina. Also on Sunday is the fourth annual Winter Park Concours D'Elegance, presented by Lexus of Orlando. More than 185 rare and exotic cars will be on display on Park Avenue. The day will also include wine tastings, fashion shows, raffles, and jazz bands.
Next Week: Zoo Fund-raiser and Cooking Event
Friday, October 21: Miami Metrozoo's biggest fund-raiser is back after a six-year hiatus. The Feast With the Beasts tasting event will benefit the Zoological Society of Florida and features dishes from more than 40 restaurants and caterers such as A Joy Wallace Catering Production, Ortanique on the Mile, Special Event Catering by Les, SushiSamba Dromo, and Two Chefs…Wednesday, October 26: The South Florida chapter of Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the Bonaventure Resort & Spa are hosting the Chef's Challenge, where meeting and event planning professionals compete á la Iron Chef. The event is being sponsored by Bonaventure, the Puerto Rico Convention Bureau, and BiZBashFla.
Posted 10.13.05
Next Week: Zoo Fund-raiser and Cooking Event
Friday, October 21: Miami Metrozoo's biggest fund-raiser is back after a six-year hiatus. The Feast With the Beasts tasting event will benefit the Zoological Society of Florida and features dishes from more than 40 restaurants and caterers such as A Joy Wallace Catering Production, Ortanique on the Mile, Special Event Catering by Les, SushiSamba Dromo, and Two Chefs…Wednesday, October 26: The South Florida chapter of Meeting Professionals International (MPI) and the Bonaventure Resort & Spa are hosting the Chef's Challenge, where meeting and event planning professionals compete á la Iron Chef. The event is being sponsored by Bonaventure, the Puerto Rico Convention Bureau, and BiZBashFla.
Posted 10.13.05
