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Engel & Volkers hosted more than 70 of its agents in style at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne to celebrate a successful year that included big plans for 2013 and beyond.

Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour hosted Ronaldo Stern of H. Stern during a rare and exclusive appearance to introduce his latest collection “Ancient America” at a private, invitation-only event.

Folks looking for a sweet treat headed over to the highly-anticipated Yogurtini launch in Cocowalk to “swirl, top, weigh & pay” for their delicious self-serve creations.

Virgen De Guadalupe & Fundacion Manos Del Sur held their annual fundraising event at Norma Henriquez’s Key Biscayne residence with proceeds going toward helping needy children from Mexico.

Award-winning photographer Malena Assing showcased her work for VIP Vernissage aboard a luxury yacht at The Riverwalk Sculpture Mall during the Miami River Int’l Art Fair.

The 8th Annual Rotary Club of Key Biscayne’s Wine & Food Fest at The Links featured, among other offerings, varieties of New World wines competing against Old World wines with proceeds benefiting charitable work for adults and children.

The Key Biscayne Community Foundation presented an “Evening With Art” entitiled From The Venus Of Willendorf To Picasso’s Les Demoiselles D’Avignon conducted by The De La Cruz Collection Contemporary Art Space.

Celebrating a momentous occasion, Viviana Diaz, family & friends recently gathered for a baby shower to remember.

Mastercard’s Friends of South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables recently held an event to celebrate some of South Florida’s finest.

After a weekend of concerts with MISO, Patrice Jackson performed alongside musicians of MISO during an intimate chamber music concert in the magical living room at The M Building

The Guatemala Fashion Art opening reception was held at The Ocean Club and sponsored by Fundacion Rescatados Por Jesus Guatemala & Fundacion Manos Del Sur Miami. All funds raised will be used to build a kindergarten for underprivileged children in Guatemala City.

EWM hosted a luncheon at The Key Biscayne Yacht Club to celebrate Thanksgiving.

Cervera Real Estate’s Key Biscayne office held a celebration honoring some of the island’s most influential residents at Puntino Italian Restaurant.

Commenoz Gallery held a cocktail reception to showcase an exhibition entitled “Dreaming in Black & White” featuring the works of artist Silvio Gayton, Patrice Girard & Joaquin Gonzalez.

Diamonds On The Key hosted a festive VIP party with a lavish Italian-style buffet dinner catered by Puntino. Guests enjoyed a tropical Brazilian show and danced the night away under the stars.

The Americas Peruvian Chamber of Commerce & Fundacion Manos del Sur Peru, presented it’s 2nd Annual Peruvian Gourmet Festival, showcasing some of the best South Florida Peruvian restuarants.

Donnie Hall celebrated his 51st birthday with an AREA 51-themed party at his home in Key Biscayne. More than 60 guests enjoyed a night of costumes, karaoke and crepes.

Art Cares For Kids and Mettá held a special event where for every pair of TOMS shoes purchased, a new pair of shoes was donated to a child in need.

Fundacion Manos Del Sur held a champagne brunch to introduce Sazingg’s 925 Collection, with a percentage of the sales benefitted the children of Asociacion Pan Y Amor in Nicaragua.

Nina Torres Fine Art recently hosted an opening night showcasing creativity to the max as guests enjoyed the exhibition.

EWM International Realty hosted a presentation entitled “What’s Happening In Downtown Miami” with guest speaker Sonja Bogensperger of the Miami Downtown Development Authority

The Grand Bay Club recently held a social networking event featuring cocktails, hors d’ouvres and live music.

Luli Lameran recently celebrated her 40th birthday in ‘70s style with her closest friends during a Studio 54-themed party

After serving Key Biscayne for more than 24 years, Fifty Rio Boutique closed its door culminating with Owner Adela Reguera being presented with a Certificate of Appreciation from The Chamber of Commerce.

The 4th of July Committee held their annual BBQ at the Key Biscayne Beach with raffle, cocktails, food and music.

Our Editor-in-Chief, Jorge Arauz, was crowned “Miami’s Sexiest Editor” during an awards presentation by Epiphany Events that was aired on The Best Of South Florida and The CW.

The Biscayne Nature Center hosted their first Young Professionals event with a baby loggerhead sea turtles being released into the sea as the grand finale of the evening.

Marlene Vazquez & Erika Coello hosted a baby shower for Nathaly Coello at their residence on Key Biscayne.

The latest installment of the Contemporary Series featured painting, sculpture, installations, photography, collages and lightboxes from artists working in Austria, Colombia, Cuba, Greece, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, UK, the U.S. & Venezuela.

The “Father of the Year” awards recently celebrated fathers whose lives revolve around family, citizenship charity and responsibility.

Key Biscayner Tim Collet recently celebrated his birthday among family and friends at his residence on the island.

Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables recently hosted a ceremonial ribbon-cutting for clients, friends and neighbors to celebrate their newly-renovated facility.

The Key Biscayne Beach Club hosted the first fundraiser for Niños de Azul Wasi, an organization that benefits homeless children in Peru with the help of Fundacion Manos del Sur.

The Key Biscayne Lions Club recently celebrated their annual charity event with an Argentine-style BBQ.

Richard A. Morgan and Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney introduced the new Director of Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Stephen D. Nimer, M.D., at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami.

The 6th Annual Key Biscayne Rib Off for the Dr. Bob Kemper Memorial, was sponsored by Ibis Lounge with several teams competing for the best BBQ ribs with live music by Lou’s Dogs & Miller Road

Musimelange presented an event in an exclusive gallery in Wynwood featuring an exclusive preview of Isa Zapata’s new series of works entitled Windows To Happiness, with 50% of sales donated to The Miami Symphonic Orchestra.

For one night only, the Citibank office at Key Biscayne hosted Jorge Parra’s photographic universe via a special exhibit produced by Stimulus Art Foundation.

Celebrity Chef Ingrid Hoffmann inspired nearly 425 wannabe chefs at the 5th Annual Pineapple Sauté & Sip Interactive Dinner at The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne.

The Key Biscayne Community Foundation held their annual Aqua Party at Key Biscayne Beach Club, with all proceeds benefiting the organization’s charitable work in the community.