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Nicklaus Children’s Sports Health Program brings together the region’s top pediatric sports medicine professionals in a comprehensive program dedicated to enhancing sports performance in the young athlete. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Community Advocate Of The Year 2018 award winner Olga Hernandez is a humble leader, dedicated to serving others and ensuring that the rights of children are protected. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Since its debut last season, George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker featuring all new sets and costumes designed by Cuban-born artistic power couple Isabel and Ruben Toledo has delighted thousands. This year, they’re stepping it up a notch. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

The elegant maternity services wing at Mercy Hospital delivers family-centered care with private baby/mother suites designed to accommodate the transitioning of newborns at the mother’s bedside, which results in enhanced bonding and reduced stress. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Celebrities are notorious for their sometimes-questionable fashion choices, but many of them are right on the money when it comes to the bike shorts trend. — Text by Zelda Grand

Motorcycles and jetskis deliver much of the thrill of flying, but are hampered by the pesky laws of gravity. The ICON A5 pegs the needle by launching you — safely — into the sky. — Text by Bill Lindsey

The values of elegance, tradition and performance are embodied by every piece Longines creates. Their new COSC Certified Record Collection has all the makings of perfection and horological beauty, featuring myriad gears working together in a breathtaking ballet. — Text by Bill Lindsey

We’ve got an exciting new neighbor: Alexandre Birman. His lavish new location at Bal Harbour Shops, a walnut and gold Brazilian-inspired delight, is the perfect setting for his glamorous new collections as well as a divine Made-to-Order app. — Interview by Ana Claudia Negri

Born and raised in Miami, Rhea Leonard is an artistic voice for the black experience and a strong advocate for social change. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Patricia Hanna has her dream job managing The Related Group’s stellar corporate art collection, commissioning site-specific artwork for their development projects, and overseeing the renowned Jorge M. Perez Collection and the company’s philanthropic efforts as they relate to art and culture. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

From its inception in Miami Beach in 2002, Art Basel has pushed the proverbial cultural envelop in Miami and beyond, single-handedly creating a lifestyle movement that has inspired dozens of iterations and spin-offs that has resulted in what we now call Miami Art Week: An all-out artistic catharsis that takes up far more than the implied 7 days on our calendars. — Compiled by Jorge Arauz, Sandy Lindsey, Anja Maltav & Estrellita S. Sibila Photos courtesy of Art Basel, Aqua Art Miami & HistoryMiami Museum

Throughout decades of varying décor styles and lighting trends, Farrey’s Lighting + Bath has remained at the forefront of haute home décor. This dynamic family company combines commitment and purpose, pride and vision to provide clients with the best light fixtures, bath, kitchen and home décor products on the market, as well as cutting-edge technologies and affordable lighting options. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

The days of simply mixing a drink out of The Bartender’s Guide are long gone. A signature cocktail is a given at most popular establishments these days. We explore how you can create your own at home. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Dessert, anyone? How about you have yours in a drink? This tiramisu-inspired cocktail is sure to give you the sugar rush you’ve been craving while satiating even the most discerning sweet tooth. — Drink by Anja Maltav

Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

On the last day of middle school, or more specifically, the last few minutes, I’ll never forget when my zany science teacher uttered the best lesson he’d given all year. — Text by Jorge Arauz

1. Ursula Barrantes Tarafa, Catalina Maya, Claudia Sanz, Isa Zapata 2. Monica Arboleda, Paola Calle 3. Sebastian Echavarria, Paula Sarmiento, Catalina Sanchez 4. Cayena Lara, Clara Pereira, Camila Neira

1. EWM Team 2. Sherrie Porter, Lesley DeCanio, Ron Shuffield, Vivian Galego-Mendez, Greg Romanelli, Tanya Flowers, Lee Casey 3. Christian Balbontin, Angela & Gilberto Ocampo 4. Victoria De Giraldo, Silvia Caicedo, Hilse Martin 5. Christian Casini, Bruna Ranieri 6. Angela Podolla, Paula Brook 7. Catarina Nene, Marla Rivas Patti 8. Hena Aguirre, Fanny Bogdanovich 9. Janeth Alvarez, Claudia Nunez 10. Maria DeAndrade, Sherrie Porter 11. Martha Garcia, Andrea Salvatore 12. Noelie Blanco, Lee Casey 13. Victoria De Giraldo, Edward Crews

1. Elizabeth Rusch, Gigi Costa, Philippe Stullenberg, Frederik Rusch, Christophe Stullenberg, Ferdinand Rusch 2. Clara Sotorrio, Angie Mesa 3. Lisa Pfenning, Jackson Fremgen, Florencia Loyola 4. Hector, Nathan & Patricia Mesa 5. Glo De La Cruz, Melissa Llaury 6. Gabriel, Rebeca Perez 7. Jenny, Ina Esquijarosa, Gigi Costa w/ Ana, Luciana & Valentina Felpeto 8. Loretta, Jaida, Cooper Lewin 9. Children in attendance

Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida. — Text by Ryan Jarrell

The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Fetal Care Center offers hope and answers for families expecting babies with congenital differences. The center brings together the entire hospital team and its breadth of subspecialists to help families minimize worries associated with the birth and aid them in knowing what to expect going forward. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

After a decade of no new high-rises in the South Brickell area, comes Una. Set on a prime location that is private and yet has excellent access, with unobstructed views across Biscayne Bay, Key Biscayne and Miami, the 47-story tower will boast unparalleled amenities designed to accommodate families as well as empty-nesters. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Luxurious fabrics, prints and cuts combine with supreme quality materials, furnishings and décor to yield a world-class lifestyle in the lap of luxury.

Enhance your natural aesthetic with timeless, beautiful pieces that stand out no matter the occasion.

This absolutely stunning one-of-a-kind 2 story estate offers expansive spaces inside and out with an incredible floorplan as well as breathtaking panoramic views of Biscayne Bay.

Meet some of South Florida’s most revered interior designers. Their insights, taste and dedication are sure to get you thinking about which areas in your home need a little extra spruce up. — Text by Sandy Lindsey | Profile photos by Edward Leal | Project photos courtesy of Respective Designers

While attending Ponce De Leon Middle School, Melissa Saldaña got involved in volunteer projects such as serving as Treasurer of the Youth For Environmental Studies Club. Little did she know that spending her lunches helping to reconcile accounts was great training for her future career in nonprofit financial management. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Tracie Samara’s plastic surgery experience is a shocking tale about what can happen when cosmetic fillers are administered incorrectly. Thanks to multiple surgeries at the skilled hands of Dr. John J. Martin, Jr., this tragedy is finally yielding a happy ending. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Cooking is in the blood of Chef Joao “Juca” Oliveira. His grandfather was a revered Italian chef, and when he arrived in NYC after graduating high school in Brazil, the first job he got was in a kitchen — and he hasn’t left since! — Text by Sandy Lindsey | Photos by Edward Leal

When you’re considering maximizing your home’s look before a sale, why mess around? Below we ask premier luxury home staging and interior design expert Meridith Baer of Meridith Baer Home what makes the difference between a hot commodity and a costly flop. — Text by Ryan Jarrell

Ethos Wellness/Pharmacy believes in an innovative and integrative approach to wellness. Their goal is to improve the quality of life of the communities they serve through personalized attention, quality service, integrative care, precision medicine and education. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

A truly immersive theatre experience born right here in The Magic City, the Juggerknot Theatre Company’s Miami Motel Stories are once again highlighting the eclectic history of our particularly peculiar town. — Text by Ryan Jarrell

This Thanksgiving, why not make a lasting relationship with someone who needs it the most? Collected below are some eligible suitors from surrounding Magic City shelters who could really use a companion. — Text by Ryan Jarrell

Our city continues to lead the world in trendsetting innovation as it welcomes the first Techi robot butler designed for condo living at YotelPad Miami. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

Cadillacs tend to be huge vehicles, from the Presidential Limos to the train-sized Escalade SUVs loved by hip-hop artists. The new XT4 Crossover breaks the mold by being sized “just right” for city use. — Text by Bill Lindsey

From our bountiful beaches to our sizzling streets, Pitusa’s flagship store provides a look for every situation a Miamian could find themselves in. — Text by Ryan Jarrell

François-Paul Journe has been “inventing” haute horology watches for 40 years, exploring the measurement of time with a unique sense of creativity and innovation. He draws on his historical knowledge and expertise to face the most daring horological challenges. — Text by Bill Lindsey

Monumental is the perfect word to describe Una, the new 47-story condominium tower designed by Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture on the site of the city’s birthplace of modern luxury hi-rise living. — Text by Sandy Lindsey

A groundbreaking gallery space ensuring landmark artists are given the spotlight they so desperately deserve, Miami Beach’s David Castillo Gallery continues to be an integral voice in Miami’s art scene. — Text by Ryan Jarrell | All Images Courtesy of David Castillo Gallery

Easily attaining that oft-difficult holy trinity of accessible, distinguished and 100% cruelty-free, family-owned high fashion shoe designer Cecconello is making exquisite inroads into Miami. — Text by Ryan Jarrell