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The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.
A Life Of Giving
It’s debatable whether it’s better to give than to receive but ask any lottery winner when handed an oversized check with more 0’s than a box of doughnuts and they’ll argue the latter. For the rest of us, being philanthropic is an extremely fulfilling experience.
All Together
Springtime is here and it’s the perfect time to take advantage of some exciting events around town before the steamy summer arrives.
Virtual Fitness
Why settle for your usual whole body workout when you can fly? Welcome to the ICAROS physical immersion system, which combines fitness and virtual reality to create exciting and effective exercise experiences.
Lotsa Love
If you don’t own a dog, you’re missing out. They’re a source of comfort, laughter, exercise and overall peace. There’s no better time than now to adopt an energetic new pet.
Painting Change
Though they still remain small in number compared to conventional grand-making institutions, Artist-Endowed Foundations are a growing force for world change.
Spring Sayings
When the season of rebirth arrives and the says get just a little longer, rejoice in the wise words uttered by these most thoughtful minds.
Immersive Sights
The Lowe Art Museum at University of Miami has a series of exceptional exhibits for art lovers on view through this summer.
Easter Yay!
From the Easter bunny to egg hunts, discover a few fun facts about the sweetest holiday of the year.
En Pointe
The Miami City Ballet is more than just breathtaking performances. Their world-renowned school offers school year and summer intensive training for children through pre-professionals with a strong series of community engagement programs.
Creature Comforts
Cargo, the exclusive in-car commerce provider to Uber recently announced its Miami launch and riders are ecstatic about the possibilities.
Living & Giving
The other day I was discussing how my high school required students to have a certain number of volunteer hours completed before graduating.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.
Pro Serve
Fisher Island Club scores an ace with tennis fans, offering four private lessons with a pro for the price of three throughout the month of March.
Desk Art
Clocks were once exclusively affixed to walls or pressed up against them, as in your grandfather’s old cuckoo clock. As time passed (pun intended, or course), they ended up in digital form on a nightstand near you and have more recently been replaced by cell phones and watches. The Medusa Clock takes the concept of time into the future — and beyond.
Innovative Canvas
Think Wynwood, but under your feet, and with a few power serves mixed in. That’s the ingenious idea behind the tennis “Art Courts” popping up in underserved communities across the country, starting with Miami.
Ultimate Amenities
Basketball, tennis, golf, bowling and billiards are all part of the expansive 50,000-sq.-ft. sports, lifestyle and entertainment complex exclusively available at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami hotel.
Cuban Manhattan
Aptly named Bertica, after the mother of Havana Club Ambassador and Miami-based influencer Giovanny Gutierrez, this libation brings the people of Miami a Cuban take on a delicious and classic cocktail.
Anything’s Pawsable
Being able to talk to a best friend can be one of the most comforting, liberating things you can do. With a dog, you’re guaranteed to get a warm, slobbery lick instead of judgment. Sounds great, right?
Theft-Proof Pedaling
VanMoof’s new S2 and X2 E-bicycles come with Anti-Theft Technology so they’ll be used more often, leading to an overall healthier you and an increased peace of mind.
Opportunity Zones
Savvy investors are taking advantage of new Opportunity Zone investments with tax laws that allow significant deferrals — or complete elimination — of capital gains for long-term investments aimed to spark economic development.
Robot Bartender
Lazy drinkers rejoice. The Barsys is an ergonomically designed automated cocktail maker that can deliver perfect cocktails and mocktails in a jiffy. Zero-gravity buzz not included.
Pro Toss
Tennis training tools don’t get any more perfect than with your very own portable tennis ball machine to spit balls out at random directions with speeds that will make you feel like you’re playing in a real match against a pro.
Spring Bliss
As I prepare for my annual spring cleaning routine — organizing the house, storage, desktop, backup files, clearing out useless apps, etc.
Nostalgic Shores
While water is essential to sustaining life, it’s also vital to enjoying it. Florida has over 650 miles of beaches and every day they “wave” to us inviting us in to play. And that’s precisely what many of us were born to do.
Welcome Aboard
Two mega-boat shows in town. Perfect weather. It’s time to take the family and
friends out for a dinner cruise. Pay close attention to these yacht chef secrets to make
things a little smoother out on the high seas.
Yachthing World
The smell of generously applied sunblock on determined shoppers in boat shoes is in the air as the Miami International Boat Show and the Miami Yacht Show join forces to create the world’s largest display of boats for sale.
Artistic Souls
In a city of talented designers, James & Miriam Duncan stand out due to the extent with which they blur the lines between art and design.
Finding Love
It’s amazing how much love and laughter dogs bring into our lives and how much closer we become with each other because of them. Do you have room in your heart for a furry companion this Valentine’s Day?
Snow Panache
Floridians are amongst the nation’s most avid skiers. If you’re going to be getting your exercise on the slopes this winter, hit them in celebrity style courtesy of Jackie Chan.
Surpassing Expectations
Turn your home improvement and landscape dreams into reality with the diverse range of products and solutions tailored specifically to the South Florida Market found at the Home Design & Remodeling Show.
Go-To Gadets
The forthcoming Miami Open inspires dreams of donning our tennis gear and getting out on the court as a new, improved player. The following gadgets help turn that dream into a reality.
Wild Times
The term “art on your wrist” is quite apt in the case of this collection of unique timepieces. If you are a wildlife enthusiast who values arriving on time wearing a breathtaking watch, this is the timepiece for you.
Exciting Move
Regarded as one of the most extravagant displays of luxury to come ashore in The Magic City, the 2019 Miami Yacht Show will debut at a world-class new venue — the iconic One Herald Plaza.
Ahoy Matey!
Ships models have long captured the imaginations of people young and old, and there’s no better way to add a bit of nautical art to your home or office than a hand-crafted representation of your own boat.
Splash In
In this issue, the Miami International Boat Show once again takes center stage.
Tennis Triumph
Keeping the Miami Open presented by Itaú in Miami was top priority. The move to Hard Rock Stadium not only keeps this world-class event in the “Magic City,” but it also sets the stage for a best-in-class experience during the two-week international sports spectacular.
The 411
Spotlighting news, launches, happenings, products & places in and around South Florida.