Churchill Downs has outlined a series of September programs that feature an Oktoberfest-themed Downs After Dark race card, weekly Twilight Thursday festivities, a dedicated Senior Day, and expanded options for hosting group outings during the fall meet. Oktoberfest-Themed Downs After Dark on September 19 Downs After Dark will return on Saturday, September 19, with gates opening at 5 p.m. The evening program will combine live Thoroughbred racing with German-inspired drinks, themed entertainment, and fall-focused atmosphere under the lights. For this event, Churchill Downs is promoting a Trackside Smokehaus VIP Package that offers two seating options near the racing action and includes a meal from Trackside Smokehaus. The package also features an exclusive 24-ounce Churchill Downs Oktoberfest stein, available while supplies last, along with two 12-ounce Oktoberfest-style beers. Fans who purchase the package will be able to use the Oktoberfest stein throughout the evening and keep it as a souvenir. Additional themed elements include a beer wagon photo area on the first floor near the paddock gate and a Biergarten in the first floor paddock plaza, where guests can gather between races. Trackside Smokehaus, located next to the paddock gate, will offer Oktoberfest dishes such as beer-braised bratwurst with braised onions, German smoked brisket, and a smoked chicken leg quarter served with herb butter. Details on the Downs After Dark program and available packages are provided on the Churchill Downs website. Twilight Thursday Offers Discounted Drinks and Local Food Twilight Thursday events, with gates opening at 4 p.m., will feature two-dollar select domestic beer offerings around the track, eight-dollar select cocktails, live music and local food vendors at the Louisville venue. Participating food partners include Big Nita’s Cheesecake and Mimo’s Pizza, which will serve track patrons during the evening racing program. On the upcoming Twilight Thursday, Churchill Downs will host a Greeks Pack the Track initiative in which the fraternity and sorority that sell the most tickets will each receive a two-thousand-dollar donation to support their respective philanthropic causes. Senior Day Set for Friday, September 18 Senior Day will take place on Friday, September 18, with gates opening at 11:30 a.m. Guests aged 60 and older are invited to attend a live Thoroughbred racing program that includes a lunch option on Millionaires Row offered at a fixed price. According to Churchill Downs, seniors can secure the Millionaires Row lunch package by phone purchase, with reservations required in advance of the event. September Meet Targets Corporate and Group Outings Churchill Downs is also encouraging businesses and organizations to schedule fall outings during the September meet, highlighting live racing and special events as an opportunity to host clients, recognize employees or bring colleagues together at the track. The racetrack notes that its hospitality spaces, including areas overlooking the Twin Spires, can be reserved for group events that combine business functions with a day at the races. By ML. Photo(s)/Churchill Downs

Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade will celebrate its 80th anniversary in 2026 with the Wild About Kids Gala on Saturday, Oct. 10, at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel, highlighting eight decades of youth development in Miami-Dade County. The black-tie event, titled The Wild About Kids Gala: Celebrating 80 Years, will begin with a 6:30 p.m. cocktail reception followed by a three-course dinner in the Alhambra Ballroom. Guests will experience a silent auction, live entertainment by Latin soul artist Lucy Grau, dancing and presentations featuring members of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. Proceeds from the gala will support programs at the nonprofit’s six Clubs, including after-school care, tutoring and homework assistance, STEM activities, educational enrichment, college and career readiness, financial literacy, character and leadership development, health and wellness, arts, sports and recreation, and seasonal camps. These services provide children and teens with safe spaces to learn, build skills and prepare for the future. The 2026 gala is chaired for the third consecutive year by Executive Board Member Michelle Zubizarreta, with Board Member Olga Guilarte serving as Special Event Chair. Additional support comes from a host committee of community leaders and longtime supporters of the organization. Sponsorship opportunities start at $1,500, and tickets and packages are available online. Those interested in attending or supporting the event can learn more through Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. By ML. Photo(s)/World Red Eye.

PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary will hold a “Whiskers & Hooves” goat yoga fundraiser on Sunday, October 4, 2026, at its ranch in Davie, Florida, in collaboration with Downward Goat. The event offers an all-levels yoga class with goats and two available sessions at 4 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. No prior yoga experience is required and mats will be provided. Tickets cost $35 per person and attendance and parking are limited. All proceeds from the one-hour classes will support PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary’s work providing food, medical care and safe housing for cats in its care. Participants will be able to enjoy food and drinks, meet adoptable cats and learn more about fostering, adoption and volunteering. The event will also highlight the organization’s “Find Your One” process, which matches prospective adopters with cats based on lifestyle, preferences and personality. Tickets are available online, and additional information about the organization is available on the PURRR website. By ML. Photo(s)/PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary

The Community Foundation of Broward has purchased a three-story, 23,000-square-foot building at 200 N. Andrews Ave. in downtown Fort Lauderdale for $5.7 million, creating a permanent headquarters that will anchor its philanthropic work across Broward County. The transaction closed on Sept. 11, 2026, and the property sits in the civic core of Broward County, near the proposed new Fort Lauderdale City Hall, the Broward County Government Center, a planned city park, the historic Sistrunk Boulevard corridor and the Brightline station. The building will function as a hub where donors, nonprofit organizations, civic leaders and the Foundation’s philanthropy experts can meet, collaborate and explore new opportunities to address community needs. Renovations, including retrofitting the structure to hurricane standards, are scheduled to begin in 2027, with move-in targeted for early 2028. A second phase will complete the second floor, adding dedicated areas for nonprofits and fundholders to gather, learn and work alongside Foundation staff on philanthropic strategy and impact. The Foundation said the move from leased offices to an owned facility is intended to provide long-term financial stability and avoid future uncertainty related to leases or rent increases, without affecting its ongoing grantmaking. To support the project, the Community Foundation is launching a $10 million campaign, “Lead with Love. Build the Future.” The effort will fund building renovations and create an endowment for long-term maintenance, while the Foundation continues to manage more than 600 charitable funds and expand services such as its Broward Center for Nonprofit Excellence. More information about the Community Foundation of Broward is available on its website. By ML. Photo(s)/Community Foundation of Broward

The tradition of private high jewelry appointments dates back to 1893, when Frédéric Boucheron opened his salon at 26 Place Vendôme in Paris. Today, the tradition continues in cities such as Miami, where private jewelry salons cater to an international clientele. And privacy does matter when viewing and acquiring rare, high-value jewelry. This allows collectors to examine rare and valuable pieces and designs discreetly, discuss prices and provenance confidentially, and make purchasing decisions without the attention or pressure of a public retail setting. In our latest guide, Miami Living highlights the leading Miami destinations for private high jewelry appointments. Buccellati Photo: Buccellati Buccellati at Bal Harbour Shops showcases the pinnacle of Italian goldsmithing. Famous for its signature "rigato" hand-engraving technique, the brand transforms precious metals into intricate, silk-like textures. The private viewing experience allows clients to appreciate these Renaissance-inspired designs up close in a refined, intimate environment. It remains a top destination for collectors who prioritize artisanal craftsmanship and distinct, timeless elegance in their high jewelry acquisitions. Address: 9700 Collins Ave #123, Bal Harbour, FL 33154 Phone: (305) 866-8686 Website: Official website. Instagram: @buccellatimilan BVLGARI Photo: BVLGARI The BVLGARI flagship in the Miami Design District reflects the bold glamour of its Roman heritage. Known for vibrant colored gemstones and the iconic Serpenti motif, the salon features Peter Marino's luxurious architectural details, including custom marble floors. Private appointments take place in beautifully appointed VIP rooms, offering clients a highly attentive environment to explore the brand's most exclusive high jewelry and complicated timepieces. Address: 140 NE 39th St Ste 127, Miami, FL 33137 Phone: (305) 576-6506 Website: Official website. Instagram: @bulgari Cartier Photo: Cartier Cartier anchors the Design District with a stunning, recently expanded boutique that emphasizes its historic legacy. Clients are invited into discreet, beautifully designed private viewing salons to review exceptional diamonds, iconic Panther designs, and rare heritage pieces. The attentive staff provides an educational and deeply personalized consultation, ensuring that every acquisition is handled with the utmost discretion and expertise expected from the revered French maison. Address: 147 NE 39th St, Miami, FL 33137 Phone: (305) 894-2960 Website: Official website. Instagram: @cartier Chopard Boutique Photo: Chopard Boutique Positioned within Bal Harbour, the Chopard Boutique offers an elegant retreat for exploring exquisite Swiss craftsmanship. Renowned for its ethical gold initiatives and the playful Happy Diamonds collection, the brand also excels in spectacular red-carpet high jewelry. The dedicated private rooms provide a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, allowing clients to intimately discover rare gem combinations and highly complicated mechanical watches under expert guidance. Address: 9700 Collins Ave space 121, Bal Harbour, FL 33154 Phone: (305) 868-8626 Website: Official website. Instagram: @chopard David Yurman Photo: David Yurman The striking David Yurman flagship in the Miami Design District treats jewelry and space as harmonious works of art. Designed with architect Andrea Tognon, the location houses the brand's most elevated High Jewelry collections. Clients can schedule private styling sessions in specialized rooms featuring artwork from the Yurman family collection. The experience is highly tailored, offering a deep dive into the brand's sculptural, material-driven aesthetic. Address: 178 NE 39th St, Miami, FL 33137 Phone: (305) 488-2520 Website: Official website. Instagram: @davidyurman Graff Photo: Graff As one of the world's premier diamond houses, Graff in Bal Harbour delivers an uncompromising level of luxury. The salon is famous for sourcing and cutting some of the rarest, most significant diamonds in existence. Inside the private viewing areas, clients experience unparalleled discretion while handling monumental solitaires and intricately crafted necklaces. It is an essential destination for serious collectors seeking perfect clarity, extraordinary carats, and flawless execution. Address: 9700 Collins Ave #143, Bal Harbour, FL 33154 Phone: (305) 993-1212 Website: Official website. Instagram: @graff Harry Winston Photo: Harry Winston Known simply as the "King of Diamonds", Harry Winston at Bal Harbour Shops maintains a standard of legendary brilliance. The boutique is designed to reflect the elegance of a private estate, ensuring absolute privacy for its elite clientele. Private appointments focus on the house's signature cluster designs and exceptional bridal collections. The staff provides an educational, unhurried environment, making every presentation feel like an exclusive viewing of fine art. Address: 9700 Collins Ave #151, Bal Harbour, FL 33154 Phone: (786) 206-6657 Website: Official website. Instagram: @harrywinston Piaget Boutique Photo: Piaget Boutique The Piaget Boutique within Saks Fifth Avenue at Bal Harbour Shops combines exceptional watchmaking with dazzling gem-setting. Celebrated for its ultra-thin movements and vibrant use of ornamental stones, the Swiss maison offers an inspiring collection of high jewelry. Private consultations allow guests to appreciate the delicate gold crafting and vibrant colors that define the brand. The atmosphere is warm, engaging, and perfectly suited for discovering unique statement pieces. Address: 9700 Collins Ave, Bal Harbour, FL 33154 Phone: (305) 865-1100 Website: Official website. Instagram: @piaget Tiffany & Co. Photo: Tiffany & Co. Occupying a prominent corner in the Design District, Tiffany & Co. blends contemporary art with legendary American luxury. The impressive space frequently features moving frescoes and immersive artistic displays. During private appointments, clients gain access to the brand's most significant diamonds and the highly coveted Jean Schlumberger designs. The dedicated specialists ensure a relaxed, highly informed session, reinforcing the house's reputation for exceptional quality and modern sophistication. Address: 160 NE 40th St, Miami, FL 33137 Phone: (305) 428-1390 Website: Official website. Instagram: @tiffanyandco Van Cleef & Arpels Photo: Van Cleef & Arpels At Bal Harbour, Van Cleef & Arpels enchants clients with its poetic interpretations of nature and masterful "Mystery Set" techniques. The boutique provides a serene, beautifully lit setting designed to showcase the intricate details of each piece. Private viewings allow collectors to explore the delicate mechanics behind transformable jewelry and the iconic Alhambra motif. The experience is incredibly refined, marked by knowledgeable guidance and a deep respect for the maison's heritage. Address: 9700 Collins Ave #127, Bal Harbour, FL 33154 Phone: (305) 866-0899 Website: Official website. Instagram: @vancleefarpels By ML Staff. Selection by Camila R. S. Azeredo. Photos: Featured Venues / Provided by each featured venue in this story. Top gif/Jewelry Co.

Cape Coral isn’t sleepy anymore. Among its 236,264 residents, 25 percent are 65 or older, and 15 percent of adults under 65 lack insurance (U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts). That mix fuels a wave of “Low-T” ads—and plenty of confusion. Feeling sluggish or unmotivated doesn’t automatically equal hypogonadism; you still need two early-morning testosterone labs and a clinician who can tell normal aging from a treatable deficit. Over four weeks, we vetted six Cape Coral–area clinics—pellets, injections, gels, creams, patches—so you can pick a delivery method, and a budget, that fits the way you really live. How We Scored the Six Clinics We graded each practice on a five-criterion, 100-point scorecard: Clinical authority (30 points): A named physician or advanced practitioner signs every lab and prescription; Endocrine Society guidelines call this the cornerstone of safe TRT. Delivery-method clarity (25 points): Does the website spell out which routes are offered, who qualifies, and how follow-up works? Cost transparency (20 points): Posted prices, lab bundles, and financing terms help you avoid surprise bills. Monitoring protocol (15 points): We looked for documented test intervals and dose-adjustment plans that echo Endocrine Society timing. Convenience and reviews (10 points): Cape Coral proximity, parking, home-injection options, and a credible public rating round out the total. The result is a practical ranking you can use instead of a glossy “top 10” list with hidden math. 1. Contemporary Health Center (Fort Myers): Physician-Led Pellet Specialty Hormone care sits at the core of Contemporary Health Center. Medical director Richard L. Bloy, MD, FACOG, in practice since 1985, reviews every lab and signs each testosterone prescription before a pellet is inserted. Pellet therapy is the clinic’s flagship, using plant-derived, bio-identical pellets that deliver a steady testosterone release for roughly 22 weeks in men (12-13 weeks in women) instead of the peaks and dips seen with weekly shots; patients can learn more about hormone pellet therapy in the clinic’s full BHRT explainer. The website lists about $750 per male insertion; labs are billed separately, so you see the drug cost up front. Contemporary Health Center pellet therapy webpage screenshot One insertion replaces weekly needles and daily gels, a plus for snowbirds and anyone who dislikes injections. Before each round, Dr. Bloy checks testosterone, hematocrit, and PSA to keep blood thickness and prostate markers in range; rapid dose changes wait until the next implant. Clinic instructions advise men to avoid strenuous activity for 5-7 days after the procedure to lower the risk that a pellet will work its way out, and they schedule a follow-up blood draw one month later to verify dose accuracy and safety. Uninsured patients also receive the practice’s lowest-negotiated prices on office visits and lab work, detail that matters if you’re paying cash. The clinic also offers weight-management, peptide, IV, and sexual-health services. It runs on a self-pay model but accepts HSA and FSA cards plus CareCredit and Cherry financing to ease the lack of insurance billing. 2. Fountain of Youth (South Fort Myers): Transparent Prices for Two Routes Few clinics post real numbers, but Fountain of Youth does. An ongoing injection membership costs $135–$207 a month after the start-up phase, and pellet therapy starts at $1,225 per insertion. No “call for quote” form required. Your visit starts with in-house bloodwork and a one-hour consultation with a physician assistant. After that, choose either weekly home injections, supported by virtual guidance, or a pellet insertion that releases testosterone for roughly 22 weeks in men (12–13 weeks in women). The team books a four-week follow-up with labs to check testosterone, hematocrit, and PSA. Injections give you dose control and a pay-as-you-go model but require needle skills and regular monitoring. Pellets remove weekly tasks yet lock in the dose until the next procedure and carry a higher upfront fee. What’s missing? The Low-T pages list no insurance policy and no supervising clinician’s name. Ask for ICD-10, CPT, and NPI details before you swipe a card or file a claim. 3. LifeSynergy Wellness (Cape Coral): Injection Care With a Fertility-Friendly Twist Want to stay in town? LifeSynergy Wellness lets you meet Zahily Peraza-Higgins, APRN-C, a critical-care nurse practitioner who begins every Low-T plan with a full hormone and safety panel. Treatment centers on weekly or bi-weekly self-injections. You learn the technique in clinic, then dose at home. Labs repeat three months after you start and every three to six months after that so trends, not one-off numbers, guide dose tweaks. Thinking about children? LifeSynergy is the only shortlist clinic offering oral enclomiphene citrate, which stimulates your own testosterone and sperm production rather than replacing the hormone. Prices stay behind the consult, but the practice accepts HSA and FSA cards and will prepare paperwork for potential reimbursement. Ask for a written, 12-month quote before you compare it with other clinics. 4. Thrive by K (Cape Coral): Functional-Medicine Pellets With Two-Clinic Reach At Thrive by K, nurse practitioner Kristin Gustin, APRN, MSN, FNP pairs hormone therapy with a functional-medicine intake that explores sleep, stress, nutrition, and labs. You can upload existing results or schedule new panels before a one-on-one consult. The clinic advertises only bioidentical testosterone pellets. Gustin places the pellet in office and brings you back about four weeks later to check testosterone, mood, and hematocrit. Many patients move to insertions roughly every 22 weeks once levels steady. (Exact follow-up timing is confirmed at the visit; no schedule appears on the public site.) What sets the clinic apart? A second Pine Island office trims drive time for coastal residents. Add-ons such as peptides, IV nutrition, and metabolic coaching let you tackle weight or recovery without switching providers. A 4.8 rating from 18 Google reviews (via PeptideIQ) offers early social proof. Mind the gaps. The website lists no pellet price, insurance stance, HSA policy, or financing details. Ask for a printed 12-month estimate, and confirm whether injections or gels are available, before you sign a consent form. 5. MedSpa 22 and Premier MD Care (Fort Myers): Widest Menu, Fewest Published Details If you want several testosterone routes in one place, MedSpa 22 has them: compounded pellets, FDA-approved weekly injections (in office or at home), daily gels or creams, and stick-on patches, all listed on the hormone page. That variety is the draw. You can start on a gel, switch to a patch if skin transfer worries you, and move to pellets once dosing feels right, all under one roof and pharmacy. Transparency falls short. The page lists no prescribing clinician, lab panel, follow-up schedule, or starting price. Insurance and financing policies are also silent, so you cannot compare a year of creams with pellets or see whether labs are bundled. Treat MedSpa 22 like a buffet: arrive curious, then request a printed quote that spells out medication cost, supplies, visit fees, and every lab draw for twelve months. If the staff can show their math, the menu may outweigh the mystery; if not, consider a clinic that does. 6. Premier Wellness Florida (Cape Coral): In-City Injections, Gels, and Patches Prefer to stay in Cape Coral and skip pellet procedures? Premier Wellness Florida lists weekly injections, daily gels, and stick-on patches on its Low-T page. Your visit begins with a symptom review and blood draw at the Del Prado Boulevard office. The site does not name the prescriber, so jot down that question, then agree on a route and a lab schedule to fine-tune dosing. A 4.8-star average from 149 Google reviews (via Birdeye) offers social proof, not clinical proof. What’s missing? No published prices, lab panels, or note on whether injections are performed at home or in clinic. Insurance, HSA, and financing details are silent as well. Ask for a printed 12-month quote and the prescriber’s credentials before letting the review tally sway you. Bottom line: handy for Cape Coral residents seeking topical or injectable care nearby, as long as they press for the fine print. At-a-Glance Clinic Comparison Clinic Testosterone routes verified Published entry price Named prescriber Payment or coverage notes Public review Contemporary Health Center Pellets ≈ $750 per male insertion (labs extra) Richard L. Bloy, MD, FACOG Self-pay, HSA/FSA, CareCredit, Cherry No rating listed Fountain of Youth Injections, pellets $135–$207 per month after start-up; $1,225 per pellet insertion Jeffrey St. Firmin, PA-C Coverage policy not published No rating listed LifeSynergy Wellness Injections; oral enclomiphene option Price not published Zahily Peraza-Higgins, APRN-C HSA/FSA accepted; insurer paperwork on request No rating listed Thrive by K Pellets Price not published Kristin Gustin, APRN, MSN, FNP Coverage info not published 4.8★ (18 reviews, PeptideIQ) MedSpa 22 / Premier MD Care Pellets, injections, gels or creams, patches Price not published Not published Coverage info not published No rating listed Premier Wellness Florida Injections, gels, patches Price not published Not published Coverage info not published 4.8★ (149 Google reviews via Birdeye) Entry price reflects the first verifiable figure on the clinic’s public site. Always request a full 12-month estimate covering labs, visits, supplies, and medication. Review stars offer social proof but never replace credential and follow-up checks. Frequently Asked Questions How much does Low-T treatment cost near Cape Coral? Sticker shock is real because each clinic slices the bill differently. One rolls labs into a bundle, another quotes medication only, and a third adds supplies at checkout. Instead of chasing an “average,” focus on the five parts that build your annual total: Testosterone drug or pellet insertion Initial and follow-up lab panels Office or telehealth visits Supplies (needles, alcohol swabs, gauze) Travel time or mileage if injections happen in clinic Local examples show the spread: about $750 per pellet insertion at Contemporary Health Center and $135–$207 per month after start-up for home-injection memberships at Fountain of Youth. Most other clinics keep prices offline, so request a written 12-month quote. Ask clinics to list every line item: lab frequency, mandatory visits, supply kits, and what happens if you change routes midyear. Only then can you decide whether a low monthly fee beats a one-time pellet charge, or the other way around. Will insurance cover testosterone therapy or pellets? Coverage is never automatic. Most plans require two early-morning total testosterone results below the lab’s reference range (often roughly 300–1,000 ng/dL for adult males) plus bothersome symptoms before they pay for treatment. Route matters. FDA-approved injections, gels, and patches usually appear on formularies, often in a higher copay tier. Pellets sit in a gray zone: Testopel is FDA-approved and covered on some plans, while compounded pellets rarely qualify because regulators do not vet their safety or quality. Plans add more hoops: prior authorization, step therapy that starts with injections, or denial if the prescriber works at an out-of-network cash clinic. Your next move: Ask the clinic for the diagnosis code (ICD-10), procedure code (CPT), and National Drug Code for your product. Call the insurer’s member line to confirm coverage and copay tier before the first dose. If you pay out of pocket, verify that the practice accepts HSA or FSA cards so you can capture a tax break. Is testosterone therapy safe, and what requires monitoring? No hormone is risk-free, but context matters. After reviewing the roughly 5,200-patient TRAVERSE trial, the FDA removed the broad cardiovascular boxed warning from testosterone labels and added a new note about blood-pressure increases. Compounded or pellet hormones remain unaudited by the FDA. Takeaway: TRT is not a guaranteed heart attack, yet safety depends on dose, delivery route, and disciplined follow-up. Every reputable clinic tracks: Hematocrit and hemoglobin: thick blood raises clot risk, highest with injections. Blood pressure: the FDA’s newest warning applies to all formulations. PSA and prostate symptoms: rising numbers prompt a urology check. Lipids and glucose: testosterone can change cholesterol and insulin sensitivity. Fertility status: exogenous hormones can suppress sperm; bank ahead if children are in the plan. Route quirks– Pellets: site tenderness or extrusion.– Gels or creams: skin transfer to partners or kids.– Patches: irritation or peeling in Florida humidity. Typical monitoring schedule: baseline labs, again at three months, then every six to twelve months once levels settle, mirroring Endocrine Society guidance. How fast will you feel a difference, and when should you retest? Testosterone is not caffeine. In controlled studies, libido often improves within 3–4 weeks, while gains in lean mass and strength typically take 12–24 weeks of stable levels. Mood, energy, and sleep fall somewhere in between. Re-testing depends on the route: Injections. Levels peak then fall, so most clinicians draw blood at the trough, right before the next shot. Gels, creams, patches. Serum levels steady after a few days; any consistent morning sample works if application timing stays the same. Pellets. Check labs about 4 weeks after insertion to catch early overshoot, then re-evaluate at roughly 22 weeks for men (and 12–13 weeks for women) when the dose tapers. Stick to that rhythm—baseline labs, a first follow-up, and route-specific draws—to catch side effects early and avoid wasted months on the wrong dose. By ML staff. Images courtesy of Zoya Babar.

Novak Djokovic will host an intimate three-day retreat at Amanjena in Morocco this December, focusing on performance mindset and holistic wellbeing. The Stillness and Strength programme will explore the mental approach behind Djokovic’s tennis career through a series of tennis masterclasses, guided meditation, breathwork sessions and restorative rituals at the Marrakech-area resort. Participants will be introduced to practices designed to support clarity, discipline and presence, drawing on routines Djokovic uses in training and competition. The retreat is scheduled for December at Amanjena’s secluded gardens on the outskirts of Marrakech. Spaces are limited and prospective guests can register interest directly with Amanjena. By ML. Photo(s)/Aman

I’ve always been drawn to pianos: some for their sound, others for the history they carry. In some cases, both come together to make an instrument a cultural artifact worth millions. From the transparent grand played at the 2008 Beijing Olympics to the upright John Lennon used to write “Imagine,” I thought it would be interesting to showcase these pianos and the stories they hold beyond the concert hall. 10. Fazioli Gold Leaf Piano — $450,000 Photo credit by Fazioli Pianoforti official gallery The Fazioli Gold Leaf piano combines the precision of Italian piano building with a visual design covered in 24 karat gold leaf. Fazioli is known for producing some of the most technically refined grand pianos used in modern concert halls. In this model, the decorative gold finish transforms the instrument into a luxury object while retaining its performance quality. The price reflects both the brand’s reputation and the unusual finish applied to the piano. 9. Bösendorfer Opus 50 — $750,000 Photo credit by Bösendorfer official press images The Bösendorfer Opus 50 was created as a commemorative instrument for the company. The piano includes decorative gold details and refined craftsmanship that highlight the brand’s tradition of concert grand building. Bösendorfer instruments are already known for their rich tone and extended bass range. In the Opus 50, the added decorative elements and limited production raised the value beyond that of standard concert models. 8. Blüthner Lucid EXO — $960,000 Photo credit by Blüthner Piano Company promotional photography The Blüthner Lucid EXO piano uses a transparent acrylic body similar to crystal pianos but incorporates a modern frame structure that exposes the internal mechanics. The concept emphasizes the visual beauty of the instrument’s structure while preserving the sound quality associated with Blüthner pianos. Its high price reflects the engineering challenges involved in building a stable acrylic grand piano and the limited number produced. 7. C. Bechstein Sphinx — $1.2 million Photo credit by C. Bechstein official media gallery The Bechstein Sphinx piano draws its inspiration from Egyptian imagery. The instrument features decorative carvings and patterns that reference ancient motifs. Building such a piano required both standard piano manufacturing and detailed decorative work. Because few instruments combine traditional piano construction with this level of artistic design, the Sphinx became valuable to collectors who seek unique art case pianos. 6. Schimmel Pegasus — $1.36 million Photo credit by Schimmel Pianos official press images The Schimmel Pegasus piano was designed by Luigi Colani as a sculptural interpretation of a grand piano. Its curved structure and raised lid make the instrument resemble a piece of modern architecture. Though it remains a fully playable piano, the design required specialized engineering and limited production. The price is driven by its status as a design object that merges musical function with industrial design. 5. John Lennon’s Steinway Model Z — $2.37 million Photo credit by Museum of the Imagine piano This Steinway Model Z became famous because John Lennon used it to compose and record the song “Imagine.” The piano itself is modest compared to concert grands, yet its place in music history changed its value completely. When it was later purchased by George Michael, the instrument had already become a symbol connected to one of the most influential songs of the twentieth century. Its price reflects that historical connection rather than technical features. 4. Steinway Fibonacci Piano — $2.4 million Photo credit by Steinway & Sons official gallery The Steinway Fibonacci piano was designed around the mathematical sequence that appears frequently in nature. The lid and body follow the spiral proportions associated with the Fibonacci pattern, while rare Macassar ebony wood forms the surface of the instrument. Only a very small number were produced, which increased their rarity among collectors and institutions. The price reflects the limited production, the unusual design concept, and the reputation of Steinway concert grands. 3. Steinway “Pictures at an Exhibition” — $2.5 million Photo credit by Steinway & Sons official gallery Steinway created the “Pictures at an Exhibition” piano as an art case instrument inspired by Modest Mussorgsky’s composition. Artist Paul Wyse spent years painting scenes from the music directly onto the body of the grand piano. The instrument functions as both a concert piano and a visual artwork. Its price comes from the combination of Steinway craftsmanship and the time invested in the detailed painting that transformed the instrument into a collectible piece of art. 2. Casablanca “As Time Goes By” Piano — $3.4 million Photo credit by Bonhams Auction House (2014 Casablanca auction) The piano from the film Casablanca gained its value from cinema history rather than musical design. It appears in the famous scene where Sam plays “As Time Goes By,” a moment that became one of the most recognizable sequences in film. Because the instrument is tied directly to the legacy of the 1942 movie and its enduring popularity, collectors view it as a piece of cultural history. When it was auctioned decades later, the association with the film turned a simple studio prop into one of the most valuable pianos ever sold. Note: although valued around $3.4M, some lists place the Heintzman first because it is the most expensive functioning concert piano 1. Heintzman Crystal Piano — $3.22 million Photo credit by Olympic performance via Getty Images / Associated Press The Heintzman Crystal Piano became famous during the opening ceremony of the 2008 Beijing Olympics when Lang Lang performed on its transparent acrylic body before a global audience. The instrument itself was built as a functional concert grand but also as a visual centerpiece, designed to combine performance with spectacle. After the event, its rarity and the historic moment attached to it drove its value to over three million dollars at auction. The price reflects not only the craftsmanship required to build a clear acrylic concert grand but also the cultural significance of its Olympic performance. By ML Staff.

Football season is back, and in Miami, choosing where to watch can be almost as important as choosing which game gets the big screen. From laid-back neighborhood taverns to waterfront patios and wall-to-wall sports bars, these local spots offer plenty of ways to settle in for college Saturdays, NFL Sundays and primetime matchups. Sunset Tavern — South Miami Photo Credit: Sunset Tavern For fans who want the energy of a sports bar with the familiarity of a neighborhood hangout, Sunset Tavern is an easy South Miami pick. Connected to longtime local staple Deli Lane, the tavern is showing Miami Hurricanes and Dolphins games with specials including $10 wings, chicken fingers, cheese pizza and a smash burger with fries, plus $5 Goat 10 Lager drafts and $14.95 Miller Lite and Yuengling pitchers. Fans wearing a UM or Dolphins jersey also receive a free Goat 10 Lager draft. The football specials are available during Hurricanes and Dolphins games and are not offered during happy hour. Batch Gastropub — Brickell Photo/Batch Gastropub When screen coverage is the priority, Batch Gastropub delivers a high-energy Brickell sports-bar experience built for watching the action. TVs throughout the space keep the focus on the game, while burgers, wings, shareable plates, craft beer and cocktails make it easy to turn a single matchup into an afternoon-long outing. Its central Brickell location also makes Batch a convenient meeting point for groups coming from different parts of the city. Bayshore Club — Coconut Grove Photo Credit: Bayshore Club Football with a waterfront view? Bayshore Club Bar & Grill brings major game days to Dinner Key Marina with an expansive indoor-outdoor setting and plenty of room to gather with a group. The Coconut Grove restaurant has hosted watch parties featuring a jumbo screen on the lawn, indoor viewing and special food and beverage offerings. Add marina views, cocktails and a breezy patio atmosphere, and it’s a distinctly Miami setting for the season’s biggest matchups. Mickey Burkes — Miami Beach Photo/Mickey Burkes For football fans who want game day to roll directly into nightlife, Mickey Burkes fits the bill. The Washington Avenue bar pairs wall-to-wall TVs with NFL and college football programming in a lively South Beach setting. Thursday Night Football brings additional food and drink specials, including discounts on party platters and beer buckets, and the atmosphere only gets livelier as the evening goes on. Whether the goal is a familiar neighborhood bar, waterfront scenery, maximum screen coverage, or a South Beach crowd, Miami offers a football-season home base for just about every type of fan. By ML Staff. Photos/Provided by each featured venue on this story

Image by DepositPhotos Miami Living has spent this year tracking how the city's wealthy are spreading their money across more than real estate — into trading platforms, private credit and alternative assets, a shift the magazine's own coverage has called out as a genuine break from the property-only playbook that defined South Florida wealth for a generation. That same instinct shows up in a very different Canadian city this year, one most Miami readers rarely think about outside of energy headlines. Alberta produces a disproportionate share of Canada's high-net-worth individuals, mostly through the energy sector, and Albertan money travels. It shows up in Miami real estate closings, it shows up at Vegas high-limit rooms, and this year it showed up at the center of one of the more aggressive customer-retention plays Las Vegas has run in years: Circa Resort & Casino removed the currency exchange penalty for Canadian guests entirely, letting Canadian dollars spend at par with US dollars for the length of the promotion, a real removal of the single biggest friction point in cross-border casino travel, not a marketing gesture. The part that changed at home this year While Vegas was busy chasing that customer back, Alberta's own leisure-spending options expanded too. On July 13, the province opened its first fully regulated, competitive online casino market — before that date, the government-run Play Alberta platform was the only legal online option in the province, a monopoly structure that limited both choice and the sophistication of the product on offer. Now major operators, BetMGM, FanDuel, DraftKings and Caesars, among them, hold real licences under the Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Commission, giving the province's wealthiest residents a genuinely regulated Alberta casinos online option for the nights they're not in Vegas or Miami at all. For a Miami reader, the parallel isn't that Albertans are suddenly gambling more. It's that a wealthy Canadian demographic that already splits its leisure spending across real estate, travel and hospitality now has one more legitimate, licensed category to allocate into domestically, without the currency conversion or the flight, and under a regulator with real enforcement power rather than a government monopoly with limited incentive to innovate. Image by DepositPhotos Why Alberta money moves the way it does Energy wealth in Alberta behaves differently from old-money Miami wealth or tech-money coastal wealth; it's cyclical, tied to commodity prices, and the people who hold it tend to be comfortable moving fast when an opportunity or a market shift appears, having watched fortunes made and lost on oil price swings within a single decade. Albertan travellers showing up for Circa's at-par promotion, or booking into Bellagio and Wynn on a normal weekend, are behaving like a demographic South Florida already understands well: big spenders on travel, hospitality, and experiences who treat these categories as part of a broader portfolio rather than a single indulgence. Miami's luxury market has always paid attention to where outside money is coming from and how it moves; that's half of what a millionluxury.com buyer's guide is actually tracking when it profiles ultra-luxury buyers weighing South Florida against other markets for their next purchase. Alberta online casinos are a small signal in a much bigger pattern: energy wealth that used to concentrate almost entirely in real estate and Vegas trips is now diversifying the same way Miami's own money is, spreading across more categories rather than doubling down on the same two or three. Watch where Albertan spending actually lands over the next year: Niagara Falls, Vegas, or a screen at home, because that answer will say more about how portable Canadian energy wealth has become than any single real estate closing ever could. The smart money in both cities tends to move first and get written about later. Image by DepositPhotos Where the Two Markets Actually Overlap The overlap isn't accidental. Both Miami and Alberta built their reputations as places where money that started somewhere else — oil in one case, capital flight and retirement relocation in the other — found a place to sit and grow. Neither market depends on tourism alone to sustain its luxury spending, and both have residents who treat gambling, whether at a physical table in Vegas or a licensed app at home, as one line item in a much wider portfolio of leisure and speculative spending rather than a standalone habit. That's the real read for a Miami audience: Alberta isn't becoming a gambling market, it's becoming a more sophisticated one, in exactly the way South Florida already has. Play responsibly. Free confidential support in Alberta is available through the AGLC's GameSense program. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of DepositPhotos

The Alchemy, a 236 feet (66-meter) motor yacht by Rossinavi, made its debut at the Monaco Yacht Show last year. This fully custom vessel, designed by Vitruvius Yachts under the direction of Philippe Briand, and styled by Enrico Gobbi of Team for Design, represents the latest in Rossinavi's superyacht lineup with advanced diesel-electric propulsion and pod systems for enhanced energy efficiency. Commissioned by a private client deeply involved in the design, Alchemy reflects a strong emphasis on outdoor spaces and wellness. The forward owner's cabin offers panoramic views, while custom features like specialized aft toy storage hatches and noise-reducing technologies underscore the yacht's commitment to comfort and functionality. Alchemy’s sleek tri-deck design features over 330 square meters of outdoor space across three decks, with amenities including a jacuzzi, sunpads, a bar, and dining areas. The yacht's interior, characterized by a spa-like atmosphere with natural materials and soft lighting, is bespoke, with every detail meticulously crafted in collaboration with the owners. A suspended glass staircase in the main salon and a beach club with a welcoming spa ambiance highlight the yacht's luxurious design. Enrico Gobbi, the mastermind behind Alchemy’s interior and exterior styling, emphasized the importance of detail, stating, “Luxury and uniqueness lie in the deep research for a refined detail.” This philosophy is evident in every aspect of Alchemy, from the oversized custom sofa in the main salon to the carefully curated decor, making this yacht a true masterpiece of design and engineering. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Rossinavi, Photography by Giovanni Malgarin

Commissioned with support from the Knight Foundation, the installation honors the cultural legacy of Little Bahamas of Coconut Grove Friends of The Underline, the City of Miami, the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation and the Coconut Grove community joined acclaimed Bahamian artist Gio Swaby on Saturday, August 29, to unveil Steady Sunward, a permanent public art installation celebrating Black womanhood, sisterhood and Miami’s deep Bahamian roots. Installed across four Metrorail support columns along The Underline in Coconut Grove, Steady Sunward is located at columns 374 and 375 northbound and southbound, a short walk from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. The installation expands The Underline’s growing collection of public art, transforming the infrastructure beneath Miami’s Metrorail into a canvas for cultural expression and community storytelling. The artwork takes its name from a line in the Bahamian national anthem, “March On, Bahamaland,” and features silhouetted figures inspired by the circle of women Swaby knew while growing up in Nassau. “For viewers, these silhouettes hold the warmth of familiarity, generating reflections of mothers, sisters, aunts, daughters and friends. These murals are inspired by the vivid colour palettes of both Miami and Nassau, honouring the long-standing connection between the two places,” elaborated Swaby. The installation is located within Little Bahamas of Coconut Grove, the historic enclave settled by Bahamian immigrants beginning in the 19th century. Their craftsmanship, labor and cultural traditions played an important role in the development of Coconut Grove and early Miami. The City of Miami formally recognized Little Bahamas as a historic neighborhood in 2022. “Public art is foundational to The Underline’s vision of creating a civic space that not only connects communities, but also reflects the histories, cultures and identities that define them,” said Eulois Cleckley, CEO of Friends of The Underline. “Through Gio Swaby’s extraordinary work, Steady Sunward gives enduring expression to the Bahamian community’s profound influence on Coconut Grove and the development of Miami, ensuring that this important legacy remains celebrated for generations to come.” The community unveiling brought the artwork’s cultural influences to life with a live Junkanoo performance and Bahamian light bites. Residents and visitors had the opportunity to experience the traditions and heritage behind the installation while gathering in the public space surrounding it. The artwork was commissioned with generous support from the Knight Foundation. It was created as part of Arte D4, City of Miami Commissioner Ralph Rosado's district-wide public art program, established under his C.A.S.A. master plan for Community, Adaptability, Safety, and Affordability. The unveiling was made possible with the support of the Knight Foundation, City of Miami Commissioner Damian Pardo, Commissioner Rosado, and the Boys and Girls Club. Commissioner Rosado delivered remarks at the event, reflecting the city's commitment to making public art part of Miami's everyday landscape. Steady Sunward joins a growing collection of artwork that establishes The Underline as a living art destination and connects residents with culture as they walk, bike, exercise, commute and gather beneath the Metrorail. Five continuous miles of The Underline are currently open, extending from the Miami River in Brickell to Douglas Road in Coral Gables. In the near future, Friends of The Underline will launch a documentary-style video series spotlighting the artists behind its public art collection. Swaby’s episode on The Underline’s YouTube channel will take viewers behind the scenes of Steady Sunward and into her experience designing a public artwork for Miami. By ML Staff. Photo Credits: Friends of the Underline and Caroline Elaine Photography