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It’s become fashionable to celebrate birthdays at The Ibis Lounge! Yoyi Shelton Prats’ birthday bash was organized by her sister, Tere Shelton. The evening was filled with friends, family, drinks, tapas, merriment and lots of joy!

The Mercy Hospital Foundation and its support group, the Ambassadors of Mercy, unveiled the sixth edition of their famed Havana Nights Casino Fundraiser to an exuberant crowd of more than 300 at Coconut Grove’s Grove Isle Hotel & Spa.

The 22nd Annual Share Our Strength’s Taste of the Nation Miami raised $100,000 for organizations dedicated to eradicating childhood hunger. More than 700 South Florida foodies attended the sizzling event that proved to be the hottest ticket in town.

Paloma Aristizabal celebrated her 4th birthday at The Grand Bay Club with family and friends during a magical and very special day filled with balloons, face painting, rides, laughter and lots and lots of cake!

The XXIV International Hispanic Theatre Festival of Miami was a resounding success this year! The organization will receive the prestigious FIT de Cadiz-Atahualpa del Cioppo Award in Oct. for its contribution to the Hispanic theatre movement in America.

The trio of Annie Gonzalez, Patricio Waterhouse & Martin Ferrari celebrated their birthdays simultaneously at a wonderful party filled with family and friends. It was a night of many cheers, tons of laughter, delicious food, incredible music and a night of celebrating life and friendship.

TechnoMarine joined forces with Cosmopolitan En Español at The Setai on Miami Beach for Summer Splash, an afterparty for “Premios Juventud” showcasing the hottest swimwear trends.

The Viceroy Miami’s Club 50 hosted Ish Santiago’s Birthday Food Drive with the Tim Hardaway Foundation. Notable guests included Hardaway, Kim Bacardi, Ruby Bacardi, Jillian Jacobson-Altit and Senator Frederica Wilson.

Puntino Downtown’s recent arrival onto the radars of authentic Italian food lovers in South Florida has left a good taste in everyone’s mouth thanks to their delicious traditional Italian menu with Mediterranean influences. Benvenuto!

Giovanna Piedimonte recenlty celebrated her 4th birthday with her parents Dr. Giovanni Piedimonte and Dr. Miriam K. Perez at the Grand Bay Club in Key Biscayne where family members and friends gathered to enjoy all the rides and celebrate the occasion to the fullest.

True love comes around only once in lifetime. For newlyweds Hernan and Maria Victoria, building the rest of their lives together is a dream come true that both of them are looking very forward to. Congratulations!

From fashion to artwork to glamourous gatherings and everything in between Green Grass near Mary Brickell Village is at the forefront of the excitement of The Magic City. Even their online boutique at GreenGrassHouse.com is haute, haute, haute!

Casa Felipe hosted a silent auction at their haven of cigar and wine to benefit the community and show people that if you have time to enjoy the finer things in life you should also make time to give back.

The second annual Gala por una Causa was held in Miami on Saturday June 13th at The Ritz Carlton Key Biscayne, and it was an international night of solidarity with the Dominican Republic.

Amparo Castro celebrated the union of Ana Maria Caballero and Nelson Valle in matriomony at her home in The Ocean Club. Friends Claudia Lloreda, Alba Lucia Giraldo and Puli Noguera planned the event in honor of the joyous occasion.

Key Biscayne residents Carlo and Valentina Pozzali hosted a dinner party with all their friends to celebrate their respective birthdays. It was a lovely night filled with Italian food, music and dancing.

Mr. & Mrs. Fuchs celebrated their daughter’s bat mitzvah during a beautiful evening at The Ocean Club in Key Biscayne. Guests enjoyed the sights, sounds and exclusivity of this unique haven by the sea.

The Ibis Lounge in Key Biscayne has become the island’s official hub where everything from birthday parties to karaoke sessions and wedding celebrations take place.

The team at IMBU Modeling School wants aspiring models to reach their goals both professionally and in life. Their experienced staff was on hand at this event with essential industry tips and tools that help yield success in this highly competitive field.

Miami’s A-list fashionistas enjoyed a full runway presentation of Zac Posen Fall 2009 Collection at an in-store cocktail soiree at Neiman Marcus Coral Gables.

Dr. Raul E. Galliano celebrated his birthday with family and friends at the home of Philippe and Saskia Touret. Festivities throughout the evening included a humorous slide presentation, mariachis and even a surprise operatic performance by tenor Aurelio Gabaldon!

Tom & Norma Travis hosted a dinner party at the luxurious Regent Hotel & Resort in Bal Harbour. Friends and family danced the night away in glamorous attire.

Gastón Javier Sánchez and Liz Kidder announced their engagement at the Borroto home in Key Biscayne. The couple is moving to Murphy, N.C., to launch Gaston’s, a gourmet Cuban restaurant.

Ana and Clay Tootle hosted a magnificent, fun and unforgettable party at their home in Key Biscayne to celebrate Ana’s 40th B-day. It was back to the ‘80’s with the dress code and music coupled with dancing, laughter and dinner.

Marian & David Rocker recently hosted a “Welcome to Miami” reception at The Ocean Club for John Richard, President & CEO of Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts.

The Key Biscayne Yacht Club held its traditional Changing of the Guard Ceremony by lowering Commodore I. Edward London’s flag and raising Commodore John Arnholt’s flag, thus transferring the Club’s responsibilities to the new Squadron and Flag Officers.

Key Biscayne residents united for a romantic celebration under a sky full of stars to have a moonlit dinner and toast in the name of love, friendship and mutual admiration of one another’s successes.

St. Agnes Parish just celebrated 60 years of Sister Marie Angela’s religious profession. It was a magical and festive evening where guests got to enjoy flamenco dancers, great music and a fabulous dinner by Mena Catering. There was also dancing and singing throughout the evening, which was full of excitement and surprises.

Corina Maddalozzo recently held an art exhibition at her residence in Key Biscayne, with a percentage of the proceeds going to Vizcaya Museum & Gardens. Guests enjoyed creative sights and conversations throughout the night.

Glam Events, Inc., & Kierin’s Creations hosted an event to remember in honor of the Motivated Youth Program. Guests were treated to a spectacular performance by Bolivian Rock singer Pancara and a fashion show by couture designer Timoteo Corelli. There was also a fine jewelry raffle by Buchwalds Jewelers. The event raised $20,000 for the program.

Little artists gathered to showcase artwork created during the 8-week “Art History & Painting” course held at the Magic of Learning in Key Biscayne. Kids learned about legendary artists and tried to copy their masterpieces to the tune of classical music.

A group of friends all gathered at Paola Guerra’s house to celebrate and honor birthday girl Carmen Velazquez. Guests enjoyed food, music and the importance of friendship throughout the day.

The Cabana Crawl at Ocean Club was a Relay for Life event organized by Marianne and Carlos Coto in memory of their friends Marisol Torano, Sash Spencer and Miguel Lorenzini. It benefitted the American Cancer Society.

The Key Biscayne Brunch was held at the Key Colony II building Oceanside. More than 50 people attended the successful fundraising event which benefitted the Greater Miami Jewish Federation’s 2009 annual campaign.

Casa Felipe hosted a silent auction at their haven of cigar and wine to benefit the community and show people that if you have time to enjoy the finer things in life you should also make time to give back.

Andu Bistro recently hosted a Miami City Ballet pre-gala for patrons attending the night’s show. Drinks, cocktails, appetizers and dinner kept the guests occupied until it was time for the show.

Ernesto and Veronica Peralta hosted a beautiful dinner at their house in celebration of Ernesto Peralta’s birthday. It was a small gathering with very close friends who enjoyed a delicious catered dinner, music and dancing.

Trini in Private recently launched their Coral Gables location, adding another salon to their already-vast portfolio and furthering the fact that no matter where you live or work in South Florida, there will always be a Trini in Private near you.

Fundacion Manos del Sur held its 4th annual Breakfast, Bazaar & Fashion Show at Rusty Pelican to benefit Asociacion Pan y Amor in Nicaragua. Pan y Amor feeds, educates and nurtures some of Nicaraguas’s poorest children.

Sanlorenzo of the Americas and yachtBlue celebrated their Grand Opening complete with cocktails, cigar rolling, live bossa nova music and hors d’oeuvres. The night of networking in Fort Lauderdale was one to remember for guests who attending the exclusive event.