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Kara Franker is a former NFL Cheerleader turned lawyer with a passion for writing. When she's not in the courtroom advocating for victims of injustice, she is ticking away on her MacBook writing stories about South Florida's finest people and places.

Charitable And Stylish Holiday Gifts 2012: Miami

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The holiday shopping rush is in full swing. Need a little guidance? Here are our top gift picks for the Miami socialite who has it all.

This Peixoto suit retails for $135 (Photo Credit: Peixoto Facebook)

Peixoto Swim & Resort Wear

If you’re looking to support a local designer while stocking up for [...]

Miami Science Museum’s Annual Miami Underwater Festival

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The Miami Science Museum and the Festival Mondiale de l’Image Sous-Marines (World Festival of Underwater Images) from France are hosting the 2nd Annual Miami Underwater Festival.

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Marko and Shelly Dimitrijevic, founders of the Miami Underwater Festival, will showcase photographic and cinematographic productions related to the aquatic world. Films [...]

Art Soiree Presents Art Metamorphosis In Miami Beach

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Art Basel Miami Beach is a must-attend art festival that attracts A-Listers from around the world. Galleries from all over North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa will showcase the works of over 2,000 artists.

For a list of the hottest parties, check out Miami.com’s Top Parties During [...]

Miami Judge Donates Book Proceeds To Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center

The Heroes Among Us by Mari Sampedro-Iglesia

The Heroes Among Us, a book available on Amazon by Mari Sampedro-Iglesia (Photo Credit: bookstore.westbowpress.com)

Mari Sampedro-Iglesia’s life changed dramatically when she got the news that her husband Jose was diagnosed with head and neck cancer. She and her two boys Michael and Chris had to find a way to cope with the [...]

Join HistoryMiami For Wine Down Wednesday

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Join HistoryMiami at downtown Miami’s only cultural happy hour. Don’t sit in rush hour traffic when you can be making new friends, enjoying unlimited empanadas and sipping delicious wine. Enjoy free access to HistoryMiami exhibition galleries, relax with live local music and experience cultural performances.

WHEN: Wednesday, November 7, 2012 [...]

Autumn Moonlight To Benefit UM-NSU Center For Autism And Related Disabilities

Rachel and Jeff Ireland, GM of Miami Dolphins, with Dr. Michael Alessandri, Executive Director of the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities. Photo Credit: UM-NSU CARD.

The 5th Annual Autumn Moonlight benefiting the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities will take place on November 9, 2012.

Rachel and Jeff Ireland, GM of Miami Dolphins, with Dr. Michael Alessandri, Executive Director of the University of Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities. (Photo [...]

Glam-A-Thon’s Glam Doll Strut To Support Breast Cancer Programs At Broward Health Foundation

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Strap on your sassiest stilettos and join Glam-A-THON and its mission to kiss breast cancer goodbye.

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The Glam Doll Strut, scheduled for Saturday, October 13, is designed to mobilize the business community to raise awareness and funds for local breast cancer programs and initiatives. Proceeds from the event will benefit [...]

Truluck’s Hosts Lunch To Benefit The Heart Gallery Of Broward County

The Depasquale family enjoys a complimentary dinner at Truluck’s at The Galleria in Fort Lauderdale. Picture (l to r) are Truluck's Manager Callum Molloy, Head Chef Chi Chan, DePasquale family: Caitlin, Ashley, Marta, Kyle, Roy, Tyler and Truluck's General Manager Scott Gardiner. Photo Credit: Suzanne Barton.

The Depasquale family enjoys a complimentary dinner at Truluck’s at The Galleria in Fort Lauderdale. Picture (l to r) are Truluck’s Manager Callum Molloy, Head Chef Chi Chan, DePasquale family: Caitlin, Ashley, Marta, Kyle, Roy, Tyler and Truluck’s General Manager Scott Gardiner. Photo Credit: Suzanne Barton.

On Friday, Oct. 5, Truluck’s Seafood Steak [...]

Recap: Jeb Bush’s Dinner With Philanthropists To Benefit The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Jen Klaassens, VP of Programs for The Wasie Foundation, and Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush

Throughout the year, The Wasie Foundation and Signature Grand partner to present Dinner with Philanthropists, an exclusive dinner series, hosted by notable local philanthropists and business leaders, recognizing charities and non-profit organizations in South Florida.

Jen Klaassens, VP of Programs for The Wasie Foundation, and Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush (Photo Credit: Downtown [...]

Fall Fashion And Champagne At Mondrian South Beach

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Laurent Perrier, one of the world’s most esteemed champagne brands, will host a fall fashion event featuring a runway presentation of hot fall looks from Via Uomo Men’s Designs, Rich Girl on Vacation Ready to Wear gowns and Varelli Jewelry Designs at Sunset Lounge at Mondrian South Beach on Thursday, September [...]

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