An intimate reception to honor the 10th anniversary of Watch Hunger Stop, Michael Kors’ hunger-fighting initiative in support of the World Food Programme (WFP). Designer Michael Kors hosted the event with Cindy McCain, WFP’s Executive Director, at the United Nations Headquarters. Halle Berry, who joined Michael 10 years ago for the launch of Watch Hunger Stop, was in attendance to show her ongoing support. The evening kicked off with remarks by Kors and McCain to acknowledge WFP’s life-changing work around the world and the 30 million school meals that Watch Hunger Stop has supported in the decade since its inception. Kors also announced that the company would be raising its level of support for WFP from donating the equivalent of 3 million to 4 million meals annually, effective this year. The event was an affirmation by all assembled to continue the fight to reach Zero Hunger. Michael Kors, Halle Berry, Hayley Atwell, Alina Cho, Valentina Ferrara, Tina Leung, Olivia Perez, Sai Di Silva , Jessica Wang, He Sui, Bryanboy, Tamara Kalinic, Davika Hoorne, Mika Hashizume, Farida Khelfa, Camila Alives and more. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Michael Kors/Watch Hunger Stop

The Alexander McQueen fashion House and Creative Director Sarah Burton today announce the end of their collaboration after two decades together. The Spring-Summer '24 fashion show in Paris in September will mark the conclusion of a highly successful partnership that began when Sarah Burton became Creative Director of the fashion House in May 2010, having previously worked alongside Lee Alexander McQueen for more than 14 years. Since taking the helm, Sarah Burton has produced critically acclaimed collections, establishing herself as a widely celebrated designer. During her 13 years tenure, Sarah Burton drove the British fashion House to new heights due to her exceptional vision and creativity. Gianfilippo Testa, CEO of Alexander McQueen, said: "We would like to express our immense gratitude to Sarah for writing such an important chapter in the history of the Alexander McQueen House. Sarah's contribution over the past 26 years will leave an indelible mark." François-Henri Pinault, Chairman & CEO of Kering, said: "I am immensely grateful to Sarah, and I want to personally thank her for her work over the past two decades, first alongside Lee Alexander McQueen, where her role was instrumental to his success, and then as the Creative Director since 2010. Through her own experience, sensitivity, and talent, Sarah continued to evolve the artistic expression of this iconic House. She kept and continued Lee’s heritage, attention to detail, and unique vision while adding her own personal, highly creative touch." Sarah Burton said: "I am so proud of everything I've done and of my incredible team at Alexander McQueen. They are my family, and this has been my home for the past 26 years. I want to thank Francois-Henri Pinault for believing in me and offering me this amazing opportunity. Above all, I want to thank Lee Alexander McQueen. He taught me so much and I am eternally grateful to him. I am looking forward to the future and my next chapter and will always carry this treasured time with me." A new creative organization for the House will be announced in due course. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of Alexander McQueen/Getty Images

Shen Yun 2024: China Before Communism, presented by the FaLun DaFa Association of Florida, is coming to the Adrienne Arsht Center! A heavenly gift. The culture of ancient China was divinely inspired. Shen Yun’s works reflect this rich spiritual heritage. Shen Yun 2024: China Before Communism 5,000 Years of Civilization Reborn February 21-25, 2024 Ziff Ballet Opera House | Tickets start at $90* Shen Yun invites you to travel back to the magical world of ancient China. Experience a lost culture through the incredible art of classical Chinese dance and see legends come to life. Shen Yun makes this possible by pushing the boundaries of the performing arts, with a unique blend of stunning costuming, high-tech backdrops and an orchestra like no other. Be prepared for a theatrical experience that will take your breath away! To purchase tickets, click here. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Shen Yun

Kimpton Angler’s South Beach has re-launched its ‘Rescue-a-Reef” excursion to include an in-the-field off-shore experience with members of the Coral Restoration Lab and Rescue a Reef program at the University of Miami’s (UM) Rosenstiel School of Marine, Atmospheric, and Earth Science. Available to guests of Kimpton Angler’s, the half-day outing on Key Biscayne includes a private charter by Deco Divers to the hotel’s adopted Angler’s Reef site which the hotel works in partnership with UM to monitor and maintain. Also included are on-board beverages and snacks, and the option to ride-along, snorkel or dive at depths of approximately 25 feet. Half-Day Outing Includes Visit to Angler’s Adopted Reef Accompanied by University of Miami Coral Reef Restoration Team To learn about the important role coral reefs play in our oceans, guests can now have a team from the University of Miami Coral Restoration Lab join and provide an interactive on-board lesson on reef restoration and dive to the Angler’s reef site. Other add-ons include a chef-curated boxed lunch, and transfers to and from the nearby marina. Ideal for families, friends and corporate teams seeking a shared learning adventure, Kimpton Angler’s curated reef rescue experience is available for groups of two to 10. Kimpton Angler’s front desk team will arrange the four-hour guided excursions which depart from South Beach Marina, conveniently located near the hotel. Kimpton Angler’s Rescue-a-Reef excursion includes the charter with licensed captain and crew with rates starting at $1,495 (Mondays through Thursdays) and $1,995 (Fridays through Sundays). Pricing does not include equipment rentals; cost of dive partner (required if diving); taxes and gratuities; and interactive reef restoration experience with the University of Miami team ($200, with advance two-week notice required). Pricing for boxed lunches and transfers provided at time of booking. To learn more, or inquire about booking an excursion, visit https://www.anglershotelmiami.com/hotel-rescue-reef-excursion/. Kimpton Angler’s first teamed with UM Coral Restoration Lab and Rescue a Reef program in 2018 to assist in re-establishing the area’s coral reef population by adopting a coral reef site located at 25.659617° -80.097550° off the shores of Miami Beach. Now five years old, Angler’s Reef continues to thrive and grow under the care of the UM team despite impacts from recent weather events over the past year. “Our heritage as a haven for true anglers ties us inextricably to the ocean that surrounds us while igniting a spirit of discovery,” said Fernando Rivera, General Manager, Kimpton Angler’s South Beach. “Our desire to make Angler’s a place of discovery for our guests drew us to join University of Miami as part of their citizen science effort and share this important work and the beauty of our oceans with our guests.” With funding provided by Kimpton Angler’s South Beach, the Angler’s Reef restoration site was first populated over a two-month period beginning in February 2018 with 300 staghorn corals and two underwater “trees” installed at the nearby Key Biscayne underwater nursery. Each “tree” held approximately 120 coral fragments which helped to naturally propagate hundreds of additional fragments and restore the reef. With each passing year, the planted coral at Angler’s Reef continues to grow with support from Kimpton Angler’s and regular maintenance and care provided by the University of Miami Coral Restoration team which makes annual visits to the site to replace and restore damaged coral as needed. Hurricanes, above-normal heat patterns, pollution, and disease have caused the loss of coral reefs at an alarming rate. Restoring reef populations helps rebuild natural habitats for an abundance of marine organisms, while protecting coastlines and coastal communities from storm surge and flooding. To learn more about Kimpton Angler’s Rescue a Reef experience, visit https://www.anglershotelmiami.com/hotel-rescue-reef-excursion/. For more information or to book a stay at Kimpton Angler’s visit http://www.anglershotelmiami.com or call 866.729.8800. In January 2015, Kimpton became part of the InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) family of hotel brands. For more information, visit www.KimptonHotels.com. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Kimpton Angler’s South Beach

Join Gulfstream Park on Saturday, September 23rd, for the pinnacle "Taste at the Track" Bourbon & BBQ event. This Unlimited tasting is all about Bourbon & BBQ. Enjoy a variety of southern-style dishes including Butter Garlic Blackened Beef Tips, Smoked Jack Daniel’s BBQ Ribs, and Chopped Bourbon BBQ Brisket paired with your favorite premium bourbons, whiskeys, and handcrafted cocktails. The Flamingo Room, located on the 3rd floor of Gulfstream Park, boasts one of the best views in South Florida. GA Ticket: $50 - 1 PM – 4 PM VIP Ticket: $75 - 12 PM - 4 PM Must be 21+ to attend Purchase Tickets: Visit gulfstreampark.com About Gulfstream Park & The Village at Gulfstream Park Located at 901 South Federal Highway in Hallandale Beach, Florida, Gulfstream Park & The Village at Gulfstream Park, owned and operated by 1/ST, the consumer-facing brand of The Stronach Group, has been one of the most important venues for Thoroughbred horse racing in the country since 1939. In addition to live Thoroughbred horse racing, Gulfstream Park offers two floors of high-energy casino gaming entertainment. Level 1 provides the perfect combination of racing simulcasting and slots while Level 2 showcases even more slot games, live entertainment, and interactive promotions. Gulfstream Park guests can enjoy more than 700 Las Vegas-style slots, including electronic table games, 20 live-action table games with stakes ranging from casual to ultra-high; and captivating promotions and tournaments. Ideally located between Fort Lauderdale and Miami International Airports and just one mile from the Atlantic Ocean, Gulfstream Park & The Village at Gulfstream Park comprise South Florida's premiere entertainment destination, with an open-air mall, an international array of restaurants, world-class art galleries, a bowling alley, outdoor cafes and nightclubs, fashion boutiques, health and beauty services, and more. For more information about Gulfstream Park & The Village at Gulfstream Park, please visit gulfstreampark.com By ML staff. Images courtesy of Gulfstream Park.

OneUnited Bank, the nation’s largest Black-owned bank, has named local Miami Lakes student Cailyn Sanders, 11, as one of ten youth winners of the13th annual “I Got Bank!” Youth Essay & Art Contest which promotes financial literacy among children ages 8 to 12. Cailyn Sanders Cailyn is receiving a $1,000 OneUnited Bank savings account. The panel of judges, which included Bank President & COO Teri Williams and Senior Vice President and Chief Retail Officer Sherri Brewer, were overwhelmingly impressed with her insightful essay depicting the importance of financial literacy and savings Teri Williams Williams commented, “Interestingly, this year the most prevalent themes in the submissions were more positive, with a focus on thriving rather than overcoming economic challenges. We believe the more aspirational themes may be a result of a stronger employment market for their parents. We congratulate our winners, their families and all participants in the contest.” Williams wrote the book I Got Bank! What My Grandad Taught Me About Money (Beckham), after discovering the lack of books geared toward educating urban youth about financial literacy. Fellow winners across the United States are Zoey Bradley, 9, Columbia, MD, Jada Current, 12, Buckeye, AZ, Kailee Marie Friend, 8, Hawthorne, CA, Taelyn Johnson, 9, Dorchester, MA, Sue Lee, 12, Los Angeles, CA, Ian Robinson Jr., 11, Middletown, DE, Aydin M. Soner, 9, Columbia, SC, Katalyn Wiley, 11, Conway, AR, and Tatyana Wright, 12, Columbia, SC. The “I Got Bank!” youth essay & art contest is part of a larger OneUnited Bank initiative to make financial literacy a core and commonplace value of the Black community. To learn more about past I Got Bank winners, please visit the OneUnited Bank Financial Literacy Blog. OneUnited Bank also offers its robust Financial Education Center with online playlists on Financial Basics, Major Life Decisions, Starting a Career, Small Business and Preventing Elder Fraud. OneUnited Bank hopes its efforts will improve the financial skills of children and adults throughout the country. Cailyn Sanders More on OneUnited Bank OneUnited Bank (www.oneunited.com) is the largest Black-owned bank in America, the first Black internet bank, a Minority Depository Institution, and a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI). By ML Staff. Images courtesy of OneUnited Bank.

Miami-based Limestone Asset Management closed on/sold its new construction, contemporary home located at 531 NE 52nd St., Miami, FL 33137 in Morningside, a beautiful, historic and guard gated residential community in Miami, on Sept. 7, 2023. The home sold for $5.5 million, which is the highest price per square foot for a non-waterfront home in Morningside. Brandon Brugal and Uccio Zecchini of Miami’s BZG International, a full-service real estate brokerage firm, represented the seller and developer of the home, Limestone Asset Management. Anna Gold from the De Leon Group at Compass represented the buyer. This development project is a partnership between Limestone Asset Management and Tetra Group, an experienced real estate investment firm in Miami. Brugal and Zecchini are also a part of Tetra Group. Tucked off Biscayne Blvd., the 4,480-square-foot, two-story home was completed in July 2023 and features six bedrooms, five bathrooms, outdoor pool and one-car garage. Situated on an 8,363-square-foot lot, it is only steps away from the 42-acre, historically preserved Morningside Park on Biscayne Bay. Designed by top Miami architecture firm Preschel + Bassan Studio, the residence epitomizes modern elegance with features including: Top-of-the-line fixtures and finishes including porcelain stone walled bathrooms, large format porcelain tiles, custom Italian doors, white oak wood floors and wood tongue and groove ceilings 9-foot wooden pivot front door Open floor plan and 22-foot living room ceiling allowing natural light to pour in Oversized custom Italian kitchen offering a surplus of cabinet and storage space, Wolf gas appliances, Sub-Zero refrigerator, chef hood, double kitchen sink, wine cooler, and built-in dining bench for eight Sliding hurricane-resistant impact windows Expansive principal bedroom suite including walk-in closet and a terrace overlooking the pool and backyard Full cabana bath with access to the pool Three A/C units Indoor wooden floating stairs Indoor and outdoor prewired sound system 20 x 12 pool with Aqualink Wi-Fi control with up to ten variations of lighting Outside built-in grill Native buttonwood and Florida thatch palms in the backyard and oak trees in the front yard Landscape lighting Shellstone paver driveway Roof designed solar ready for one to install solar panels "We are thrilled to have sold this stunning, contemporary single-family home that we designed and built from scratch for a record-breaking price in the historic, upscale Morningside neighborhood,” said Ibrahim Al-Rashid, chairman of Limestone Asset Management. “It is the highest sale ever for a non-waterfront home in Morningside, and we know the buyer will be very happy with their new home in the highly sought-after community.” “This was the only new construction home for sale in Morningside. Native Construction did a great job in delivering the home, and we are thrilled to have sold it for a record price,” said Zecchini. Limestone Asset Management invests in and acquires real estate properties across all asset classes throughout North America. In 2022, it expanded to add a residential development division. The home at 531 NE 52nd St., Miami, FL 33137 is one of Limestone’s first two spec homes. The other spec home is located at 510 NE 52nd St., Miami, FL 33137. For more information, visit https://orionmiami.com/our-affiliates/. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Miami-based Limestone Asset Management

Feeding South Florida® – the leading hunger-relief organization in South Florida – is hosting a series of cooking classes in its one-of-a-kind Community Kitchen at its Palm Beach County warehouse in Boynton Beach this September during Hunger Action Month®. During each class, participants will have the opportunity to gain hands-on culinary experience with Feeding South Florida’s Director of Culinary Services Susan Taves and take their creations home to enjoy. Prior culinary experience is not required. Hunger Action Month takes place throughout September and is designed to raise awareness about the issue of hunger in South Florida and inspire others to take action toward ending it. Throughout the month, Feeding South Florida will offer a range of events and activities to encourage South Florida residents to “GO ORANGE” and engage in various hunger-relief efforts. Activities can be found on feedingsouthflorida.org/events for Hunger Action Month. A portion of the proceeds support Feeding South Florida’s mission to end hunger in South Florida by providing immediate access to nutritious food, leading hunger and poverty advocacy efforts and transforming lives through innovative programming and education. In 2020, Feeding South Florida unveiled its state-of-the-art, 5,000-square-foot community kitchen. Although the kitchen is located in Palm Beach County, it provides 85,000 meals to people in the four counties that Feeding South Florida serves (Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties). The multi-purpose community kitchen serves as a meal production site, culinary training program, social enterprise catering, incubator space for graduates of the program, and healthy cooking classes. The kitchen advances Feeding South Florida’s mission of ending hunger in South Florida by serving up to 20,200 meals per day for children’s after-school and summer programs, meals for older adults and medically tailored meals. The kitchen also provides critical meals during disaster response. Feeding South Florida’s September cooking classes include: Pad Thai | Tuesday, Sept. 12, 6–7:30 p.m. The culinary landscape of Thailand is as diverse as its terrain. Using traditional Chinese and Indian ingredients in typical Thai ways, the cuisine focuses heavily on vegetables and small portions of fish and meat. Participants will learn how to prepare Pad Thai featuring vegetables and shrimp or tofu. Cost: $60/person Intro to Knife Skills | Saturday, Sept. 23, 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. Feeding South Florida invites the community to learn the fundamentals between a butter knife and a boning knife. In Feeding South Florida’s Community Kitchen, participants will improve their knife skills and learn how to be more efficient by practicing basic cuts using vegetables. Then the vegetables will be used to make a stir fry for lunch. Cost: $55/person French Patisserie | Tuesday, Sept. 26, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Feeding South Florida invites the community to learn how to make Pate a Choux, the delicious pastry used for cream puffs and eclairs. Participants will make crème pâtissier (pastry cream) and fill their own pastry puffs while learning the history of this versatile pastry, and ways to use if for savory dishes. Cost: $55/person Where: The Feeding South Florida Community Kitchen Palm Beach County Warehouse 4925 Park Ridge Blvd Boynton Beach, FL 33426 To register, please visit: feedingsouthflorida.org/events/ By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Feeding South Florida

Raise a mistle-toast to the holiday season! The Friends of Jack & Jill Center – a support group of volunteers committed to developing community awareness, fundraising and program assistance for Jack & Jill Center’s children and their families – is excited to host the 22nd Annual Stiles Light Up Downtown, presented by Michele and Joe Maiuro, at The Plaza on Las Olas on Tuesday, Nov 28, at 5:30 p.m. Adults are invited to ring in the holiday season while giving back to the community with unlimited cocktails, canapés and festive live entertainment including carolers, jugglers and stilt walkers. The event will culminate with the magical lighting of a 30-foot Christmas tree, illuminating downtown Fort Lauderdale. The proceeds from the event will benefit Jack & Jill Center’s mission to strengthen children and families through innovative education, supportive programming and community engagement. Jack & Jill Center supports children of high-need working families through quality early childhood education, elementary education, family strengthening program and HEALTH Program to ensure every child and family has the tools they need to be successful. Jack & Jill Center has served 26,000 children and families in South Florida since 1942. Where: The Plaza on Las Olas 301 E. Las Olas Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 When: Tuesday, Nov 28, 5:30–8 p.m. The adults-only affair for those 21 and older is open to the public. Individual tickets may be purchased for $125 in advance of the event. Sponsorship opportunities are also available and range from $1,000–$10,000. For more information, please visit https://www.jackandjillcenter.org/event/lud/. For more information about sponsorship or underwriting opportunities, please contact Special Events Manager Emma Hadley at 954.463.8772, ext. 206 or ehadley@jackandjillcenter.org. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Jack & Jill Center

Bryant Miller Olive P.A. (BMO) is pleased to welcome three new attorneys to the firm: Lorena Bravo, Esq. to the firm’s Miami, Florida, office in the Labor and Employment practice; KaCee Johnson Lackey, Esq. to BMO’s Tallahassee, Florida, office in the Real Property and Commercial Transactions practices; and Whynter Morgan Neal, Esq. to the Tampa, Florida, office in the Litigation and Local Governments practices. Bravo has a focus on various areas of labor and employment, including but not limited to employment litigation, preventative counseling and labor disputes. In particular, she has extensive experience handling issues related to public sector employees and employers. With nearly 20 years of experience as an attorney, she served nine years as City Attorney for the City of Hialeah, Florida. She received her J.D. from the University of Miami School of Law, cum laude. She also received her Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance from Florida International University, where she was the recipient of the Valedictorian Scholarship, Florida Scholars and Florida Undergraduate Scholarship, and her Master of Accounting from Florida Atlantic University. Johnson Lackey focuses on representing clients in complex real estate matters, including commercial, residential and governmental development projects and real estate finance. She has in-depth knowledge of multiple areas of law including tax, corporate, contract, estate, family, foreclosure and bankruptcy law representing municipal corporations and financial services companies in various legal issues related to loan administration, business entity and transactional matters. She received her J.D. from Mercer University, Walter F. George School of Law; and her Master of Science in Agronomy and Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Georgia. Morgan Neal focuses her practice on complex litigation matters, appellate advocacy and dispute resolution. Prior to joining BMO, she focused on civil litigation matters, including contract disputes, employment issues and business torts. Morgan Neal is a native of Jamaica, coming to Florida in 2010 after graduating high school at 16 years old. She received her J.D. from Washington University School of Law. She earned her Bachelor of Art degrees in History and Spanish, double minors in French and Anthropology, as well as an undergraduate Certificate in Latin America, Caribbean and Latino Studies (ISLAC) from the University of South Florida. She has held several leadership positions such as President of the Women of Color Law Society, Staff Editor of Global Studies Law Review, Admissions Ambassador and Treasurer of the International Law Society. “We are pleased to welcome KaCee, Lorena and Whynter to BMO, expanding our team with three dynamic women,” said JoLinda L. Herring, Esq., BMO’s managing shareholder and CEO. “Each of them brings well-respected experience in their individual practice areas to our firm. They are certain to be assets to BMO’s esteemed history of more than five decades of serving clients’ needs.” About Bryant Miller Olive With a distinguished history of over 50 years serving its clients' needs, Bryant Miller Olive represents governments, businesses and agencies in legal matters relating to public finance, real estate, state and local government law, complex transactions, project finance, litigation, and labor and employment. Firm attorneys are often called upon to handle some of the most complex legal issues in the boardroom and in the courtroom. The firm has offices in Tampa, Tallahassee, Orlando, Miami, Jacksonville, Atlanta and Washington, D.C. For more information, visit http://www.bmolaw.com. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Bryant Miller Olive

Jack & Jill Center and the Salvation Army of Fort Lauderdale have teamed up to ensure the children in the community have a safe and fun Halloween. To celebrate Spooky Season, the nonprofit organizations will host Trunk-or-Treat with the theme “Superheroes and Storybooks” at the Salvation Army on Tuesday, Oct. 24, 5–7 p.m.Trunk-or-Treaters of all ages are welcome to dress up as their favorite Disney, Marvel, DC, Fairy Tale Superhero or Storybook Character and trick-or-treat from various Halloween-decorated car trunks. The family-friendly event is free and open to the public. The organizations are still accepting vehicles to participate as the decorated “trunks” as well as peanut-free “treat” donations. Event sponsorships and underwriting opportunities are now available. Sponsorships range from $250 to $2,500. Where: Salvation Army 100 SW 9th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 Peanut-free “treat” donations may be dropped off at Jack & Jill Center Monday–Friday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m., prior to Oct. 24. Jack & Jill Center Halmos Family Building 1315 W. Broward Blvd. Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33312 When: Tuesday, Oct. 24, 5 –7 p.m. The family friendly event is free and open to the public. Guests are encouraged to register. For more information or to register, please visit https://www.jackandjillcenter.org/event/trunk/. For more information about sponsorship or underwriting opportunities or to participate with a vehicle, please contact TQ Fulton at 954.463.8772 or tfulton@jackandjillcenter.org. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Jack & Jill Center . Top image by Szabó János/unsplash