BEGIN:VCALENDAR PRODID:-//Contact Plus Corporation//NONSGML Web Cal Plus //EN VERSION:1.0 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080301T140000Z DTEND:20080301T190000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:American Red Cross Designers Show House March 1 - 23, 2008 TRANSP:0 UID:080201291721809475314211622211 LOCATION:146 and 153 Nurmi Drive, Fort Lauderdale DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter has announced its second annual Designers’ Showhouse. After an incredibly successful inaugural house, the Chapter has decided to double the fun, employing the unique concept of transforming two separate houses directly across the street from each other on Nurmi Drive, in the gorgeous Las Olas Isles community. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Each home has its own very distinct personality. One-forty-six Nurmi Drive is a sweeping Mediterranean-style home with an impressive multi-story grand hall overlooking a sizeable outdoor entertainment area, pool, and dockage. One-fifty-three Nurmi Drive is an ultra-contemporary home, featuring a unique master suite occupying the entire second floor. Both floors overlook a spa pool, multi-level outdoor entertainment area and dockage. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Michael Payne, of HGTV’s Designing for the Sexes, will serve as Honorary Chair person for the second year. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Opportunities to host private parties at the house during its tenure are availible. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Who: The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter=0D=0A= Cost: $25 (group discounts available)=0D=0A= Contact: Diana Metcalf. 954-797-3842 or metcalfd@usa.redcross.org=0D=0A= www.browardshowhouse.org=0D=0A= =0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080301T223000Z DTEND:20080301T223000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Boca Bacchanal Auction TRANSP:0 UID:080201291721222119978966664218 LOCATION:Boca Raton Resort & Club DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The Bacchanal Auction will be an evening extravaganza of sensational food and great wine created by some of the world's most accomplished chefs and internationally acclaimed vintners, followed by an exciting live auction of wine and lifestyle lots.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Time: 6:30 PM- Silent Auction, Lavish dishes=0D=0A= 8:00 PM - Live Auction =0D=0A= http://www.bocabacchanal.com=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Overview: =0D=0A= The Boca Raton Historical Society has a tasty message for food and wine lovers. Its time to revel! A weekend of great wine matched with delectable culinary delights featuring acclaimed chefs and prized vintners will tempt the savvy palates of patrons at the Sixth Annual Boca Bacchanal. Sip, savor and bid through the event’s world-class weekend of Vintner Dinners, Wine Seminars, The Bacchanal Auction and The Grand Tasting.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Beneficiary: =0D=0A= The proceeds of Boca Bacchanal 2008 will benefit the Heritage Education Programs of the Boca Raton Historical Society. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Mission: =0D=0A= Boca Bacchanal is presented by the Boca Raton Historical Society as the primary fundraiser benefiting its innovative, diverse and rapidly growing Heritage Education Programs. Widely utilized and appreciated throughout area schools, as well as civic and cultural organizations in Palm Beach County, the Heritage Education programs are recognized as an essential building block for understanding the unfolding history of Boca Raton. A festive weekend which celebrates and enhances the appreciation of wine and food, Boca Bacchanal brings together world class chefs and vintners, offering their finest specialties, providing the entire community with a delightful opportunity to support an outstanding cause. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080302T140000Z DTEND:20080302T190000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:American Red Cross Designers Show House March 1 - 23, 2008 TRANSP:0 UID:080201291721185776683045928878 LOCATION:146 and 153 Nurmi Drive, Fort Lauderdale DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter has announced its second annual Designers’ Showhouse. After an incredibly successful inaugural house, the Chapter has decided to double the fun, employing the unique concept of transforming two separate houses directly across the street from each other on Nurmi Drive, in the gorgeous Las Olas Isles community. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Each home has its own very distinct personality. One-forty-six Nurmi Drive is a sweeping Mediterranean-style home with an impressive multi-story grand hall overlooking a sizeable outdoor entertainment area, pool, and dockage. One-fifty-three Nurmi Drive is an ultra-contemporary home, featuring a unique master suite occupying the entire second floor. Both floors overlook a spa pool, multi-level outdoor entertainment area and dockage. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Michael Payne, of HGTV’s Designing for the Sexes, will serve as Honorary Chair person for the second year. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Opportunities to host private parties at the house during its tenure are availible. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Who: The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter=0D=0A= Cost: $25 (group discounts available)=0D=0A= Contact: Diana Metcalf. 954-797-3842 or metcalfd@usa.redcross.org=0D=0A= www.browardshowhouse.org=0D=0A= =0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080302T160000Z DTEND:20080302T190000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting TRANSP:0 UID:080201291721262102658549966709 LOCATION:Centre for the Arts at Mizner Park Amphitheatre, Boca Raton DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:An extraordinary Tasting & “by the bite” lunch at the Centre for the Arts at Mizner Park Amphitheatre. Stroll, taste and enjoy delicious food by 30 top local restaurants and an exceptional presentation of scores of featured wines. =0D=0A= |Wine Seminars will also be a highlight of the event.=0D=0A= Note: Ticket prices to be announced=0D=0A= http://www.bocabacchanal.com=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Overview: =0D=0A= The Boca Raton Historical Society has a tasty message for food and wine lovers. Its time to revel! A weekend of great wine matched with delectable culinary delights featuring acclaimed chefs and prized vintners will tempt the savvy palates of patrons at the Sixth Annual Boca Bacchanal. Sip, savor and bid through the event’s world-class weekend of Vintner Dinners, Wine Seminars, The Bacchanal Auction and The Grand Tasting.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Beneficiary: =0D=0A= The proceeds of Boca Bacchanal 2008 will benefit the Heritage Education Programs of the Boca Raton Historical Society. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Mission: =0D=0A= Boca Bacchanal is presented by the Boca Raton Historical Society as the primary fundraiser benefiting its innovative, diverse and rapidly growing Heritage Education Programs. Widely utilized and appreciated throughout area schools, as well as civic and cultural organizations in Palm Beach County, the Heritage Education programs are recognized as an essential building block for understanding the unfolding history of Boca Raton. A festive weekend which celebrates and enhances the appreciation of wine and food, Boca Bacchanal brings together world class chefs and vintners, offering their finest specialties, providing the entire community with a delightful opportunity to support an outstanding cause. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080303T140000Z DTEND:20080303T190000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:American Red Cross Designers Show House March 1 - 23, 2008 TRANSP:0 UID:080201291723273567346628450253 LOCATION:146 and 153 Nurmi Drive, Fort Lauderdale DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter has announced its second annual Designers’ Showhouse. After an incredibly successful inaugural house, the Chapter has decided to double the fun, employing the unique concept of transforming two separate houses directly across the street from each other on Nurmi Drive, in the gorgeous Las Olas Isles community. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Each home has its own very distinct personality. One-forty-six Nurmi Drive is a sweeping Mediterranean-style home with an impressive multi-story grand hall overlooking a sizeable outdoor entertainment area, pool, and dockage. One-fifty-three Nurmi Drive is an ultra-contemporary home, featuring a unique master suite occupying the entire second floor. Both floors overlook a spa pool, multi-level outdoor entertainment area and dockage. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Michael Payne, of HGTV’s Designing for the Sexes, will serve as Honorary Chair person for the second year. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Opportunities to host private parties at the house during its tenure are availible. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Who: The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter=0D=0A= Cost: $25 (group discounts available)=0D=0A= Contact: Diana Metcalf. 954-797-3842 or metcalfd@usa.redcross.org=0D=0A= www.browardshowhouse.org=0D=0A= =0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080303 DURATION:P1D PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Festival of the Arts BOCA TRANSP:0 UID:080201291723330529695828448253 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Festival Details =0D=0A= Events at a Glance=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Seventeen-day Festival (including three weekends) beginning February 29 and ending March 16, 2008.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Organized by the Centre for the Arts at Mizner Park in partnership with IMG Artists, a leader in worldwide cultural arts management and presenter of two of the world’s most renowned art festivals: Tuscan Sun Festival in Cortona, Italy and Festival del Sole Napa in Napa Valley, California. Budget of $2 million (estimated).=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Daily concerts, lectures and films to feature some of the finest names in music, art and literature.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= The Russian National Orchestra =0D=0A= Conductor Claus Peter Flor =0D=0A= Conductor Teodor Currentzis =0D=0A= Internationally acclaimed performing artists Joshua Bell, Lang Lang, Renée Fleming, Conrad Tao, The 5 Browns, and Sir James and Lady Jeanne Galway =0D=0A= Latin and jazz programs with Chick Corea, Gary Burton, Pat Metheny Trio, Tiempo Libre and the Gipsy Kings. Noted authors will be featured in the literary program and will present lectures and attend receptions. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= This ambitious event will leverage the height of season and is expected to bring more than 200 artists to Boca Raton, as well as fill more than 2,000 local hotel rooms.=0D=0A= City of Boca Raton =0D=0A= Palm Beach County and the Tourism Development Council =0D=0A= Partnership with Palm Beach International Film Festival showcasing award winning films =0D=0A= Wine tasting and food events in conjunction with Boca Bacchanal (Boca Raton Historical Society) =0D=0A= Boca Raton Museum of Art =0D=0A= =0D=0A= About 20,000 tickets will be on sale at prices ranging between $35 and $100 for musical events and $25 to $50 for literary presentations. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 1.866.571.ARTS (2787) or by visiting: http://www.FestivalOfTheArtsBoca.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080304T140000Z DTEND:20080304T190000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:American Red Cross Designers Show House March 1 - 23, 2008 TRANSP:0 UID:080201291723640275711485346891 LOCATION:146 and 153 Nurmi Drive, Fort Lauderdale DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter has announced its second annual Designers’ Showhouse. After an incredibly successful inaugural house, the Chapter has decided to double the fun, employing the unique concept of transforming two separate houses directly across the street from each other on Nurmi Drive, in the gorgeous Las Olas Isles community. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Each home has its own very distinct personality. One-forty-six Nurmi Drive is a sweeping Mediterranean-style home with an impressive multi-story grand hall overlooking a sizeable outdoor entertainment area, pool, and dockage. One-fifty-three Nurmi Drive is an ultra-contemporary home, featuring a unique master suite occupying the entire second floor. Both floors overlook a spa pool, multi-level outdoor entertainment area and dockage. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Michael Payne, of HGTV’s Designing for the Sexes, will serve as Honorary Chair person for the second year. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Opportunities to host private parties at the house during its tenure are availible. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Who: The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter=0D=0A= Cost: $25 (group discounts available)=0D=0A= Contact: Diana Metcalf. 954-797-3842 or metcalfd@usa.redcross.org=0D=0A= www.browardshowhouse.org=0D=0A= =0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080304 DURATION:P1D PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Festival of the Arts BOCA TRANSP:0 UID:080201291723747346268935573251 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Festival Details =0D=0A= Events at a Glance=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Seventeen-day Festival (including three weekends) beginning February 29 and ending March 16, 2008.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Organized by the Centre for the Arts at Mizner Park in partnership with IMG Artists, a leader in worldwide cultural arts management and presenter of two of the world’s most renowned art festivals: Tuscan Sun Festival in Cortona, Italy and Festival del Sole Napa in Napa Valley, California. Budget of $2 million (estimated).=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Daily concerts, lectures and films to feature some of the finest names in music, art and literature.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= The Russian National Orchestra =0D=0A= Conductor Claus Peter Flor =0D=0A= Conductor Teodor Currentzis =0D=0A= Internationally acclaimed performing artists Joshua Bell, Lang Lang, Renée Fleming, Conrad Tao, The 5 Browns, and Sir James and Lady Jeanne Galway =0D=0A= Latin and jazz programs with Chick Corea, Gary Burton, Pat Metheny Trio, Tiempo Libre and the Gipsy Kings. Noted authors will be featured in the literary program and will present lectures and attend receptions. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= This ambitious event will leverage the height of season and is expected to bring more than 200 artists to Boca Raton, as well as fill more than 2,000 local hotel rooms.=0D=0A= City of Boca Raton =0D=0A= Palm Beach County and the Tourism Development Council =0D=0A= Partnership with Palm Beach International Film Festival showcasing award winning films =0D=0A= Wine tasting and food events in conjunction with Boca Bacchanal (Boca Raton Historical Society) =0D=0A= Boca Raton Museum of Art =0D=0A= =0D=0A= About 20,000 tickets will be on sale at prices ranging between $35 and $100 for musical events and $25 to $50 for literary presentations. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 1.866.571.ARTS (2787) or by visiting: http://www.FestivalOfTheArtsBoca.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20080305 DURATION:P1D PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:Festival of the Arts BOCA TRANSP:0 UID:080201291723928594079865157140 DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Festival Details =0D=0A= Events at a Glance=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Seventeen-day Festival (including three weekends) beginning February 29 and ending March 16, 2008.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Organized by the Centre for the Arts at Mizner Park in partnership with IMG Artists, a leader in worldwide cultural arts management and presenter of two of the world’s most renowned art festivals: Tuscan Sun Festival in Cortona, Italy and Festival del Sole Napa in Napa Valley, California. Budget of $2 million (estimated).=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Daily concerts, lectures and films to feature some of the finest names in music, art and literature.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= The Russian National Orchestra =0D=0A= Conductor Claus Peter Flor =0D=0A= Conductor Teodor Currentzis =0D=0A= Internationally acclaimed performing artists Joshua Bell, Lang Lang, Renée Fleming, Conrad Tao, The 5 Browns, and Sir James and Lady Jeanne Galway =0D=0A= Latin and jazz programs with Chick Corea, Gary Burton, Pat Metheny Trio, Tiempo Libre and the Gipsy Kings. Noted authors will be featured in the literary program and will present lectures and attend receptions. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= This ambitious event will leverage the height of season and is expected to bring more than 200 artists to Boca Raton, as well as fill more than 2,000 local hotel rooms.=0D=0A= City of Boca Raton =0D=0A= Palm Beach County and the Tourism Development Council =0D=0A= Partnership with Palm Beach International Film Festival showcasing award winning films =0D=0A= Wine tasting and food events in conjunction with Boca Bacchanal (Boca Raton Historical Society) =0D=0A= Boca Raton Museum of Art =0D=0A= =0D=0A= About 20,000 tickets will be on sale at prices ranging between $35 and $100 for musical events and $25 to $50 for literary presentations. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 1.866.571.ARTS (2787) or by visiting: http://www.FestivalOfTheArtsBoca.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080306T140000Z DTEND:20080306T190000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:American Red Cross Designers Show House March 1 - 23, 2008 TRANSP:0 UID:080201291723971042442960612542 LOCATION:146 and 153 Nurmi Drive, Fort Lauderdale DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter has announced its second annual Designers’ Showhouse. After an incredibly successful inaugural house, the Chapter has decided to double the fun, employing the unique concept of transforming two separate houses directly across the street from each other on Nurmi Drive, in the gorgeous Las Olas Isles community. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Each home has its own very distinct personality. One-forty-six Nurmi Drive is a sweeping Mediterranean-style home with an impressive multi-story grand hall overlooking a sizeable outdoor entertainment area, pool, and dockage. One-fifty-three Nurmi Drive is an ultra-contemporary home, featuring a unique master suite occupying the entire second floor. Both floors overlook a spa pool, multi-level outdoor entertainment area and dockage. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Michael Payne, of HGTV’s Designing for the Sexes, will serve as Honorary Chair person for the second year. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Opportunities to host private parties at the house during its tenure are availible. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Who: The American Red Cross, Broward County Chapter=0D=0A= Cost: $25 (group discounts available)=0D=0A= Contact: Diana Metcalf. 954-797-3842 or metcalfd@usa.redcross.org=0D=0A= www.browardshowhouse.org=0D=0A= =0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080307T221531Z DTEND:20080307T221531Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:The Arthur R. Marshall Tenth Annual Luncheon TRANSP:0 UID:071125638534599616192656724921 LOCATION:Beach Club at 755 North County Road in Palm Beach DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:The Arthur R. Marshall Foundation’s Tenth Annual Anniversary Luncheon will be held at the Beach Club at 755 North County Road in Palm Beach. The event will feature a presentation by Eco Artist Betsy Damon, Director of the international non-profit organization Keepers of the Waters, and a give-away of an all-electric ZENN car. Luncheon Chairwoman will be Judy Schrafft, Master of Ceremonies will be Curt Fonger. Tickets are $125. =0D=0A= www.artmarshall.org=0D=0A= END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20080320T220000Z DTEND:20080320T220000Z PRIORITY:0 CLASS:PUBLIC SUMMARY:9th annual "Salute to Leadership" Gala TRANSP:0 UID:071125618245234293477470486530 LOCATION:St. Regis Resort Fort Lauderdale DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Broward Partnership for the Homeless, Inc. (BPHI) will host the 9th annual “Salute to Leadership” Gala to recognize those who have provided leadership in support of the organization and the issue of homelessness in our community. Attracting more than 400 VIP guests, the proceeds from the evening will benefit BPHI’s efforts to reduce homelessness in Broward County. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= James J. Blosser Community Trusteeship Award was created in 2000 to honor individuals whose efforts have greatly improved the services provided to the homeless in Broward County. The 2008 Recipient will be Elliot P. Borkson, Esq.=0D=0A= =0D=0A= Corporate Trusteeship Award was established in 2003 to recognize a member of the business community who has supported BPHI not only with its financial resources but through the donation of its professional expertise and the volunteer efforts of its employees. The 2008 recipient will be City Furniture. =0D=0A= =0D=0A= Foundation Trusteeship Award is being awarded for the first time this year. It will recognize a foundation whose contribution to BPHI has made a dramatic impact on the lives of the homeless BPHI serves. The 2008 Recipient will be The Batchelor Foundation.=0D=0A= http://www.bphi.org/help_events_08GalaStd.shtml=0D=0A= END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR