Melissa White

A glimpse into Key Biscayne’s dynamic social scene

Key Biscayners never turn down a chance to meet and mingle — check out some of this month's best shots.

Community took center stage as Key Biscayners stepped out to bring awareness to causes that unite and change lives.

Whether you have a desire for adventure, an interest in collectibles or just want to give back this summer, there’s plenty to experience in and around our island paradise.

Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park’s 50th Anniversary Full Moon Party & Fundraiser benefited Friends Of Cape Florida and featured a who’s who of Key Biscayne’s finest.

The Key Biscayne Community Foundation held their annual Aqua Party at The Ocean Club, hosted by Event Chair Christina Termine and Co-Chairs Christine Housen and Ximena Antuñez de Mayolo. It was a great night with cocktails, dinner, dancing and a fantastic auction.

The Eileen McCaughan Memorial Scholarship Fund event was held at Party’s by Pat. Since 1989, friends and family hold an annual pasta dinner to raise funds for the scholarship. Over 100 scholarships have been awarded since its inception, and over $200,000 in scholarship money has been given to more than 100 students in need.

The Square Shopping Center hosted an evening of fundraising for a Haitian Art Exhibition. All the proceeds from the paintings that were sold benefit children in Haiti.

The Key Biscayne Women’s Giving Circle is devoted to growing philanthropy among women and was hosted this year at The De La Cruz Collection. The event also supported 3 not-for-profits: The Miami Choral Academy, The Holtz Children’s Hospital ArtCares Program and Design & Architecture Senior High (DASH).

A cocktail reception and silent auction to benefit The Marjorie Stoneman Biscayne Nature Center was hosted by Jean Paul and Stacia Bahamondes in Key Biscayne.

The Key Biscayne Community Foundation celebrated The Village Founders on the 20th Anniversary of the Incorporation of the Village of Key Biscayne at The Ritz-Carlton with a special reception in their honor.

St. Christopher’s Montessori held their annual fundraiser at Key Biscayne Beach Club, with several Key Biscayne restaurants participating in the very successful event.

The Key Biscayne Women’s Giving Circle recently gathered to celebrate their support of Ailey Camp Miami, Design Architecture High School and Linda Ray Intervention Center. Guests were entertained by The Miami Choral Academy, which received a grant last year.

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

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.

The Key Biscayne Yacht Club celebrated Oktoberfest in style with live entertainment, German food and lots of dancing.

The Key Biscayne Community Foundation presented an evening with art entitled The Female Body Through The History Of Art for art lovers on The Key and beyond.

The Key Biscayne Scientist Project was recently introduced in conjunction with Key Biscayne Community Foundation, Knight Foundation and UM’s RSMAS with the goal of helping Key Biscayne stay an island paradise.

The Key Biscayne Women’s Giving Circle held their annual fundraiser to present their 2013 grant recipients at the Adrienne Arsht Center. They were entertained by The Alice Camp Miami Dancers & The Miami Music Projects.

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.

Pork Belly Times held an art exhibition entitled Art With A VIew on a stunning waterfront luxury home in Key Biscayne. The installation featured a unique collaboration of luxury Miami real estate and Miami artists, with a portion of the proceeds from art sales benefiting Key Biscayne Community Foundation.

Fundacion Manos Del Sur and Pan Y Amor held their 9th Annual Champagne Breakfast at The Rusty Pelican, with a bazaar and fashion show in honor of the wonderful cause.

Chase Private Banking held the grand opening of their new Key Biscayne Branch located at Galeria Shopping Center.

The Aqua Party celebrates the idea of “One Community, One Future”, showcasing that what we can accomplish together is greater than what we can do individually.

The Miami Rowing Club held an event to celebratge the women’s division ranking as No. 3 in the nation.

The Biscayne Community Foundation and Key Biscayne Historical & Heritage Society hosted a special event at Key Biscayne Community Center entitled Voyages Of Freedom: The Underground Railroad History & Legacy.

The Women’s Giving Circle Annual Grant Recipients Event at The Palm Court in Ocean Club benefitted women and children in need.

The Giving Circle held their annual luncheon to further their mission of growing philanthropy by supporting programs for women and children.

Mercy Hospital held a “Pretty In Pink” cocktail party at The Key Biscayne Yacht Club honoring women’s health.

The Tina Daley Foundation teamed up with Jane Foreman Sports to host Tina’s Tennis Tourney, a gathering to celebrate fitness and philanthropy.

The Key Biscayne Community Foundation held their annual Aqua Party at The Key Biscayne Yacht Club, where guests enjoyed an evening of mixing, mingling and networking.