Stacia Bahamondes

Key Biscayners were out in full force this season as a charitable force took hold and the philanthropic spirit was alive and well to the benefit of all those in need of a helping hand.

The Key Biscayne Fourth Of July Committee held at fundraiser at The Beach Club to discuss plans for this year’s official Independence Day parade.

The Key Biscayne Yacht Club held a special Luau hosted by Seabelle Carol Craiglow and Commodore York Flick.

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.

Key Biscayne Angels hosted their annual “Back To School” dinner to benefit Casa Valentina.

Winnie Pritchett & Amy Zambrano hosted a party to welcome local soldiers back home as part of iPads For Soldiers’ new “Footsteps To Freedom” initiative.

The Key Biscayne Yacht Club hosted a Reggae Bash with dancing, dinner and live performances from famous reggae band Pluto.

Relay For Life held their annual fundraiser in Key Biscayne at The Village Green to raise cancer awareness around the island and beyond.

Biscayne Nature Center presented their Wild & Scenic Film Festival Gala to support nature by exploring programming for under-served children.

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

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

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 Presbyterian School held their 8th Annual Stone Crabs Under The Stars dinner and fundraiser to benefit the school.

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.