Cubavera’s latest collection exudes an exceptional blend of innovation, uniqueness, and vibrancy, all while maintaining a refreshing sense of coolness, cleanliness, and relaxation. This remarkable assortment by Cubavera showcases sophisticated resort wear exclusively tailored for men, meticulously crafted from premium materials. The collection boasts luxurious linens, reimagined guayaberas, and versatile tailoring that seamlessly combine to create an unparalleled style. Embracing a luxurious yet minimalist approach, the garments feature clean lines, sumptuous layering, and impeccably tailored pants, offering a versatile wardrobe suitable for everyday wear. Click below to launch slideshow > To shop visit https://www.cubavera.com. Follow Cubavera at www.instagram.com/cubavera. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Cubavera

Coming from Charlotte, North Carolina, Ashley-Victoria Smith founder & creative director of Voglia Swimwear ™, showcased their newest collection “Oh, Honey” at Miami Swim Week with The Wonder Woman Initiative. The “Oh, Honey” swimwear collection reflects Smith’s commitment to taking care of Mama Earth. The exclusive hand painted print that honors our delicate and fragile Honeybees and benefits local beekeepers comes in eight new reversible and versatile styles. Additionally, Voglia Swimwear™ partnered with another North Carolina based female owned brand, Wood Underwear to create “Wet Wood” a full range of sustainable men’s swimwear which includes speeds, briefs, trunks, and tailored shorts in a coordinating “Oh, Honey” print to compliment the female styles. More on Voglia Swimwear™ Meaning “wish” in Italian our wish is for a cleaner, healthier, better world for us all which starts by cleaning up our oceans, waterways, beaches, and saving marine life which is why our swimwear is made from regenerated nylon aka illegal fishing nets found in our oceans. Exclusive hand painted prints, eco-friendly inks, biodegradable packaging and shipping and NEVER any one-time use plastics. More on Wood Underwear® Wood Underwear® - Underwear, Undershirts and Lounge Wear for Men. Our goal is to make and market great everyday underwear and base layers for men. You deserve it. Wood gives you the comfort to do all you want to do. Knowing you look good doing it. Great materials. Amazing fit. Great value. Try it. Wood is good. Founded by Terresa Zimmerman in 2012 in Hermosa Beach, California, Wood Underwear, is the only female founded men’s underwear brand, a proud partner of Pledge 1%, One Tree Planted, and supports causes that promote healthy and active outdoor lifestyles. The full collection will be released in August with availability to buy online at www.vogliaswim.com and www.woodunderwear.com - Voglia Swimwear™ and Wood Underwear are also available for wholesale through Faire. By ML Staff. Images Courtesy Of The Show/Miami Swim Week

A rustic, slow-cooked dish of tender chicken and vegetables in a hearty sauce, chicken cacciatore makes a soul-satisfying meal. Chicken Cacciatore, also known as Hunter’s Chicken, is a classic Italian dish that’s packed with rich, bold flavors. The name “cacciatore” comes from the Italian word for hunter, and it is said to have originated with Italian hunters who would prepare it over an open fire using ingredients they had on hand, such as tomatoes, onions, garlic, and peppers. This recipe calls for chicken thighs to be slow-cooked with these veggies, along with fragrant herbs, red wine, and broth to create a hearty sauce that’s perfect for spooning over creamy polenta or mashed potatoes. Chicken cacciatore takes about 2 hours to cook, so make it on a leisurely day when you’ve got some time to putter around the kitchen. It’s also a wonderful dish to make ahead of time, as the flavors develop and deepen as it sits. WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO MAKE CHICKEN CACCIATORE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS Blot the chicken with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Season the chicken all over with 1½ teaspoons salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. Place the flour on a large plate. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour, coating all over. Heat the oil in a large (5 or 6-qt) Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed, high-sided large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown half the chicken in a single layer, skin side down, until golden and crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Flip and brown on the other side for 1 to 2 minutes more. Using tongs, transfer the chicken to a large plate; set aside. Repeat with the remaining chicken. Pour off all but about 2 tablespoons of the fat. Return the pot to the stove and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the onions to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and just starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Do not brown. Add the mushrooms and peppers and increase the heat to medium. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the veggies just begin to soften. Add the wine and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook, stirring to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pan, until the wine has mostly evaporated, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sage, rosemary, oregano, honey, and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and gently simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add the chicken and any accumulated juices from the plate back to the pot and spoon some of the sauce over it. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook over medium-low heat for about 35 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through or registers 165°F – 170°F on a meat thermometer. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked chicken to a plate. Using a fork and knife, pull the skin off of the chicken and discard. Gently simmer the sauce for a few minutes, or until it is thickened to your liking. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Add the chicken and any accumulated juices back to the pot and simmer, uncovered, for a few minutes, spooning the thickened sauce over the chicken. Garnish with parsley, if using, and serve. HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN CACCIATORE AHEAD OF TIME Let the chicken cool to room temperature and then store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Before serving, defrost in the refrigerator for 24 hours if necessary, and then reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat until hot. Enjoy! Chicken Cacciatore By Jennifer Segal A rustic, slow-cooked dish of tender chicken and vegetables in a hearty sauce, chicken cacciatore makes a soul-satisfying meal. Servings: 4 Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes Total Time: 2 Hours INGREDIENTS 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (3½ to 4 pounds), trimmed of excess skin (see note) 2½ teaspoons salt, divided ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ½ cup all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 large yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced 6 cloves garlic, minced 8 ounces bella or cremini mushrooms, sliced 2 red bell peppers, cut into ¼-inch-wide strips ¾ cup dry red wine (see note) 2 cups chicken broth 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted or regular diced tomatoes ¼ cup tomato paste 2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 tablespoon honey Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish (optional) INSTRUCTIONS Blot the chicken with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Season the chicken all over with 1½ teaspoons salt and the pepper. Place the flour on a large plate. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour, coating all over. Heat the oil in a large (5 or 6-qt) Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed, high-sided large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown half the chicken in a single layer, skin side down, until golden and crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Flip and brown on the other side for 1 to 2 minutes more. Using tongs, transfer the chicken to a large plate; set aside. Repeat with the remaining chicken. Pour off all but about 2 tablespoons of the fat. Return the pot to the stove and reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the onions to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are softened and just starting to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Do not brown. Add the mushrooms and peppers and increase the heat to medium. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the veggies just begin to soften. Add the wine and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook, stirring to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pan, until the wine has mostly evaporated, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sage, rosemary, oregano, honey, and the remaining 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and gently simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Add the chicken and any accumulated juices from the plate back to the pot and spoon some of the sauce over it. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook over medium-low heat for about 35 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through or registers 165°F - 170°F on a meat thermometer. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the cooked chicken to a plate. Gently simmer the sauce for a few minutes, or until it is thickened to your liking. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Using a fork and knife, pull the skin off of the chicken and discard. Add the chicken and any accumulated juices back to the pot and simmer, uncovered, for a few minutes, spooning the thickened sauce over the chicken. Garnish with parsley, if using, and serve. Note: Sometimes chicken thighs have excess skin and/or fat. Before cooking, using kitchen shears, trim any skin that extends farther than the edges of the chicken thigh, and snip off any excess fat. Note: For the wine, use any red (Pinot Noir, Chianti, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, etc.) that is inexpensive but still good enough to drink. Avoid "cooking wines," which are salty and contain additives. Make-Ahead/Freezer-Friendly Instructions: Let cool to room temperature and then store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Before serving, defrost in the refrigerator for 24 hours if necessary, and then reheat on the stovetop over medium-low heat until hot. NUTRITION INFORMATION Serving size:4 Calories:790 Fat:26 g Saturated fat:6 g Carbohydrates:42 g Sugar:16 g Fiber:7 g Protein:88 g Sodium:2,026 mg Cholesterol:377 mg Special thanks to Jennifer Segal, for the recipe and images. You can support Jennifer by purchasing her cookbook, "Once Upon a Chef, the Cookbook," featuring over 100 delightful recipes.

In the winter of 2020, best-selling author and New York City ad executive Richard Kirshenbaum decided to move his family to Miami during Covid, having found a place on the storied North Bay Road. Inspired by the home’s unique character and history, the idea for his new novel NORTH BAY ROAD was born. Photo by Jesse Dittmar Following his debut novel Rouge, which was acquired by Sony TV, NORTH BAY ROAD is a part murder mystery, part forbidden love story, centering on a woman whose life takes a sharp turn when a mysterious socialite leaves her a surprise inheritance. Liz Galin is an out-of-work fashion stylist living in New York City who put her life on hold to care for her sick mother during the COVID-19 pandemic. Unexpectedly, she inherits a crumbling mansion on North Bay Road in Miami. What follows is a fast-paced story of intrigue and deception as Liz uncovers clues to a century-old murder, a forbidden love story, and the long-gone past that led to her unbeknownst inheritance. Throughout her journey, Liz reveals the dark underbelly beneath high society and draws parallels between her own values and the ones held by the more ostentatious characters who haunt her on North Bay Road. With Liz’s story, Kirshenbaum asks what we learn about our own values when faced with the opportunity to take a more glamorous and fulfilling path in life. Set against one of Miami’s most resplendent and storied neighborhoods, NORTH BAY ROAD is an irresistible addition to this year’s summer reading list. Legendary producer Norman Lear has praised it as “the most enjoyable of reads.” Author Adriana Trigiani says “North Bay Road will find its way onto every beach chair in America and will have readers turning pages long after the sun goes down,” while Bill Gerber, Oscar-nominated producer of A Star is Born, raves, “If you loved The White Lotus you are sure to love North Bay Road…” Advanced Praise “North Bay Road is not only the ultimate beach read, but the ultimate Miami Beach Read.” —Ernest Lupinacci, Co-Producer, of The Offer and Author of The Godfather Gang “A lush, descriptive, evocative look at inheritances of all kinds, even the most unexpected, with Richard Kirshenbaum’s keen insider eye at work yet again. An immersive triumph!” —Zibby Owens, Author of Bookends: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Literature “Richard Kirshenbaum is a magnificent storyteller. Liz Galin’s life is not turning out as she had hoped. When she is bequeathed a palazzo in Miami in need of repair, she sets out to fix her own life as she solves the mystery of her inheritance. North Bay Road will find its way onto every beach chair in America and will have readers turning pages long after the sun has gone down. Houses hold secrets, but in Richard Kirshenbaum’s hands, not for long.” —Adriana Trigiani, Author of The Good Left Undone Click below to launch slideshow > Photos by JPatrick McMullan/Patrick McMullan via Getty Images About the Author Richard Kirshenbaum is one of the most exciting personalities in New York City advertising, and an accomplished entrepreneur and author. In 1987, at age twenty-six, he co-founded the Kirshenbaum Bond + Partners agency, which pioneered such innovative concepts as the pop-up store, sidewalk advertising, and other forms of high-visibility guerilla marketing. At the time of its sale, KBP was the largest independent ad agency in the United States, with one billion in billings and well-known divisions such as Media Kitchen and Varick Media. The agency’s notable clients included BMW, Jergens, Hennessy, Moet & Chandon, Van Cleef & Arpels, Snapple, Coach, and Target. Currently, Kirshenbaum is CEO of SWAT by Kirshenbaum, a high-profile boutique branding agency he launched in 2011, which works with entrepreneurs and emerging companies. He is also co-founder, with music icon Chris Blackwell, of Blackwell Fine Jamaican Rum, as well as the co-founder of SWAT Equity, a fund that invests in emerging consumer brands. He is the author of Isn’t That Rich?, a #1 Amazon bestseller, and his debut novel, Rouge. Photo by Eric Stiffler You can learn more about NORTH BAY ROAD by going to: www.richardkirshenbaum.com. Instagram Facebook Twitter By ML staff Images courtesy of Richard Kirshenbaum

No tricks, just treats, as Haunted Circus Miami returns to South Florida this fall with more scary thrills and enchanting activities to celebrate the spooky season. From September 15 through October 29, families can visit Tropical Park in Miami for a Halloween-themed carnival atmosphere with the perfect combination of light scares and family fun to get everyone in the spirit. Following its successful debut in 2021, Haunted Circus Miami returns to the city bigger and better than ever with 13 new rides, 6 inflatable bounce houses and carnival games, plus double the entertainment with spine-chilling performances, pumpkin arts and crafts, tons of photo opportunities, and interactive experiences for the whole family. The carnival will take guests on a haunting mystery quest to free the circus from the jack-o’-lantern’s evil spell. The mystifying quest will feature a cast of characters, including clowns, aerial acrobats and jugglers, and spellbinding performances from a local circus troupe. Along the journey to break free from Jack’s wicked magic, guests are invited to partake in tarot card readings, pumpkin carving and smashing, screenings of classic Halloween movies, and a not-so-scary petting zoo. Thrill-seekers will also have a “fang-tastic” time at the Haunted Circus as they navigate the land of rides, which includes two Ferris wheels, a large one for adults and a smaller one for children; the Large Round Up, which uses centrifugal force to push riders against a wall as they spin; and the Super Swing, an elevated carousel with rotating, suspended swings that mimics the sensation of flying. Visitors can also defy gravity as they take a wicked plunge down the Super Slide and embark on a treacherous voyage aboard the ghostly Mini Pirate Ship. For guests who crave less of an adrenaline rush but equal excitement, inflatable bounce houses will feature seven unique themes of battles, adventure and play. The high spirits continue on the bumper cars, where vehicles collide in a bone-chilling frenzy. The youngest pumpkins in the patch will have a spooktacular time riding smaller attractions, including a bewitching animal carousel, a fiery dragon ride and whimsical tea cups. Tickets start at $19. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Haunted Circus Miami

El-Ad National Properties, an Elad Group company, has announced the preconstruction release of ALINA 220 Residence 703, a premier corner residence, listed for $8.927 million. This residence, part of the exceptional ALINA 220 Collection, is located at ALINA Residences, an award-winning, world-class residential destination in the heart of downtown Boca Raton, 220 SE Mizner Boulevard, Boca Raton, FL 33432. Delivery of ALINA 220 is scheduled for late 2024. Within 5,288 square feet of indoor living space, this elegant residence offers four bedrooms plus a den, four bathrooms and one half-bathroom. The principal suite includes a morning bar, and separate sitting room with sweeping views. With elegant organic craftsmanship throughout, the spa-inspired principal bathroom features his and her rain showers and soaking tub. Additional upscale features include a private elevator entry foyer, grand chef-inspired kitchen outfitted with Italian cabinetry and brushed stainless appliances made by Gaggenau, enhanced storage, and more. Ideal for South Florida outdoor living, the residence also boasts 4,295 square feet of outdoor space, with an eastern-facing terrace providing ocean views and unique views of The Boca Raton’s championship-level golf course. The terrace also beckons with a private plunge pool framed by a stunning wooden pergola and built-in summer kitchen. Situated on the same floor as ALINA 220’s beautiful 75-foot rooftop lap pool and two-story fitness center and spa, these exceptional amenities become an extension of the residence. The residence offers access to additional exclusive amenities at ALINA 220, including the expansive residents lounge and access to over 60,000 square feet of open amenity space including cabanas, day beds, gas grills, fire pits, bocce ball court and more. The ALINA 220 Collection includes a limited number of one-of-a-kind residences and penthouses with expansive private terraces, summer kitchens, and many with plunge pools, to provide an elegant setting for relaxing and dining in the fresh air. All residents of ALINA Residences enjoy spectacular amenities across the expansive campus such as his and hers spa facilities with dry saunas, steam rooms, treatment rooms and relaxation rooms, state-of-the-art fitness centers, multiple rooftop swimming pools with private cabanas, fire pits, dedicated yoga areas, exquisitely appointed club rooms, a dog park and more. “The premier ALINA 220 Residence 703 offers a highly desired corner location, showcasing both ocean views and expansive views of the exclusive golf course at The Boca Raton,” said Noam Ziv, CEO of El-Ad National Properties. “With distinctive upscale appointments, luxurious amenities at your fingertips, and additional sophisticated features, this residence is an entertainer’s paradise.” Tucked between the manicured green fairways of The Boca Raton and Southeast Mizner Boulevard, ALINA Residences is within walking distance to downtown Boca Raton’s restaurants, art galleries, salons, and boutiques; as well just a few minutes from the city’s iconic beaches and pristine parks. Construction preview tours are now being scheduled for select units in ALINA 210 and ALINA 220, with preference offered to new purchasers. With more than three decades of high-end development experience in New York City, Los Angeles and Toronto, Elad Group entered the South Florida market a few years ago through El-Ad National Properties. By expeditiously seizing opportunities, El-Ad National Properties has earned a sterling reputation as an agile, entrepreneurial company with high expectations and solid values, a philosophy shared by all employees. El-Ad National Properties is leaving its footprint on South Florida with ALINA Residences Boca Raton as its first new development from the ground up project. For more information, please visit www.alinabocaraton.com/ By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Alina Residences

Michael Kors is pleased to announce that Dahyun, member of the global group TWICE, has been named its newest Global Brand Ambassador. Known around the world for her on-stage talent and impeccable style, Dahyun is the epitome of the confidence, glamour and jet-set energy that characterizes the Michael Kors brand. Dahyun, whose full name is Kim Da-hyun, has established a close relationship with the brand over the past few seasons, attending both the Spring/Summer and Fall/Winter 2023 Michael Kors Collection runway shows during New York Fashion Week. Now, the singer joins MICHAEL Michael Kors in the brand’s Fall/Holiday 2023 MICHAEL Michael Kors campaign, with Spring/Summer to follow. Additional social media collaborations and appearances are planned for throughout the year. A member of global group TWICE since 2015, the South Korea native’s musical talent and chic, on-the-go style have made her an international sensation with a devoted following. “I’m excited to embrace the world of music and performance with Dahyun. She’s energetic, animated and has truly captured a global audience. From her incredible talent to her individual style, she’s the perfect representation of our brand,” said designer Michael Kors. By ML Staff. Images Courtesy Of Michael Kors

HCA Healthcare, Inc., one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers, today announced more than $300 million in investments to support the education and training of nurses. This includes more than $200 million towards the expansion of Galen College of Nursing and approximately $136 million towards the opening of new HCA Healthcare Centers for Clinical Advancement. “We believe supporting nurses in their practice through available and effective clinical education helps drive the delivery of high-quality patient care,” said Sam Hazen, chief executive officer of HCA Healthcare. “We are proud of the resources and education opportunities we offer our nurses and are committed to helping train the next generation.” Since 2019, HCA Healthcare has invested approximately $46 million to open twelve new Centers for Clinical Advancement, bringing its current footprint to fifteen locations nationwide. The company recently committed an additional $90 million to open twenty additional centers over the next three years. HCA Healthcare’s Centers for Clinical Advancement are designed to bridge the gap between the classroom and bedside through practice-based instruction. The centers use leading technology and specialized manikins to simulate real-life scenarios nurses may experience at the bedside. The Centers for Clinical Advancement operate independently from nursing schools and are dedicated to helping practicing nurses advance their skills and careers. New nursing graduates use the centers to complete their Nurse Residency program and choose specializations, while veteran nurses can use the centers to earn advanced certifications. As a part of the Nurse Residency program, new graduates complete classroom instruction and perform hands-on skills training utilizing high-fidelity immersive simulation within the centers. Technology within the centers also allows students to learn from clinical experts across the nation, if needed, and to record their simulations to play back scenarios and debrief with colleagues and trained facilitators to further advance their learning. On April 18, HCA Healthcare celebrated the openings of its fourteenth and fifteenth Center for Clinical Advancement in Ogden and Draper, Utah. Across the country, HCA Healthcare has 68 classrooms, 65 simulation rooms, and more than 145 manikins. “Expanding our clinical education agenda, including HCA Healthcare’s Centers for Clinical Advancement nationwide is a large part of our overall nursing strategy,” said Sammie Mosier, chief nurse executive of HCA Healthcare. “Providing a safe and realistic learning environment for our nurses promotes clinical skill readiness and development. We are excited to open these new locations and will continue to invest in our nurses as they provide great care for our patients and communities each and every day.” Since the purchase of Galen College of Nursing in 2020, HCA Healthcare has committed more than $200 million towards the expansion of the college. Bringing Galen into the HCA Healthcare family was strategically designed to bring two leading nursing organizations together to increase access to nursing education and to provide nursing career development opportunities for HCA Healthcare colleagues. Today, more than 3,000 HCA Healthcare colleagues are enrolled at Galen College of Nursing to help advance their careers. Since joining HCA Healthcare, Galen College of Nursing has announced fourteen new campuses nationwide. There are now more than 12,000 students enrolled in Galen. Separately, HCA Healthcare also recently announced a $34.5 million investment to expand Research College of Nursing in Kansas City, Missouri. This initiative will support the college’s expansion plans, including the development and building of a HCA Healthcare Center for Clinical Advancement, on the campus of Research Medical Center. A new 78,000-square-foot building will help to better serve the community’s current and future healthcare needs and support increased enrollment as well as faculty and staff. The building will feature a state-of-the-art patient simulation laboratory, technologically advanced classrooms to provide an engaging learning environment, innovative technology to allow students the ability to achieve nursing competencies and small group study spaces and areas to facilitate student and faculty collaboration. The project is expected to be completed in 2025, coinciding with the college’s 120-year anniversary. HCA Healthcare has made other significant investments to support nurses and to educate the next generation of nursing leaders, including: HCA Healthcare offers tuition assistance benefits that allow eligible colleagues to complete the Galen College of Nursing RN-to-BSN program with zero out-of-pocket tuition expenses. In 2022, HCA Healthcare distributed $7.7 million to assist more than 2,250 colleagues in the program. To help address the national nursing shortage, HCA Healthcare has invested in the recruitment of quality nurses while also expanding care teams to include positions such as licensed practical/vocational nurses (LPN/LVNs), paramedics and nurse externs. In 2022, HCA Healthcare committed $1.5 million to Fisk University to support scholarships for students pursuing healthcare careers and the university’s dual degree program with Galen College of Nursing and $1.5 million to Florida International University’s Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences to expand its faculty, offer scholarships to increase enrollment and help address the national nursing shortage. A $750,000 partnership with the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) was announced in 2022 to provide internship opportunities and scholarships for graduate students in nursing administration and management programs. These are part of the company’s larger $10 million commitment to support Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs) and help build a diverse healthcare pipeline. The HCA Healthcare Foundation, through its Healthier Tomorrow Fund, recently announced $250,000 in grants to community colleges and universities to provide high school students early access to careers in healthcare. As part of these grants, Miami Dade College received $50,000 towards its Care Cadre Nurse Exploration Experience and Pensacola State College received $50,000 to help fund the Nurse Explorer Boot Camp. Both programs will give students early exposure to careers in nursing. The HCA Healthcare Foundation, through its Healthier Tomorrow Fund, has also given $130,000 to the Urban League of Broward County to help pilot a workforce development program for those who have been disconnected from the workforce to explore careers in the healthcare field. More on HCA Healthcare Nashville-based HCA Healthcare is one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services comprising 180 hospitals and approximately 2,300 ambulatory sites of care, including surgery centers, freestanding ERs, urgent care centers, and physician clinics, in 20 states and the United Kingdom. With its founding in 1968, HCA Healthcare created a new model for hospital care in the United States, using combined resources to strengthen hospitals, deliver patient-focused care and improve the practice of medicine. HCA Healthcare has conducted a number of clinical studies, including one that demonstrated that full-term delivery is healthier than early elective delivery of babies and another that identified a clinical protocol that can reduce bloodstream infections in ICU patients by 44%. HCA Healthcare is a learning health system that uses its more than 37 million annual patient encounters to advance science, improve patient care and save lives. Please click here to connect with HCA Healthcare on social media. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of HCA Healthcare

Splash into summer at CityPlace Doral! CityPlace Doral has launched its seasonal Instagrammable art installation made entirely of vibrant colored beach balls as an extension of The Oasis experience. Upon entering the center, guests will be welcomed with 1,300 rainbow-hued beach balls floating overhead on the boulevard. Guests will have a ball experiencing photo moments including 14 surfboards and a beach ball tunnel. Visitors are encouraged to snap a selfie and tag @CityPlaceDoral with the hashtag #BeachBallsOverCityPlaceDoral for a chance to be featured on the center’s social media. The beach balls will be on display through Sept. 30. The Oasis experience at CityPlace Doral’s Fountain Plaza features a relaxing, open-air atmosphere for friends and family to enjoy grab and to-go bites from CityPlace Doral’s restaurants and enjoy South Florida’s beautiful weather. The Oasis incorporates Adirondack chairs, tables, umbrellas and oversized games such as Chess, Cornhole and Connect Four. To celebrate the beach ball art installation, CityPlace Doral will host a series of free events including: Beach Ball Summer Splash Kick Off Event – Saturday July 29, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Guests will enjoy a free, fun-filled day of summer activities including interactive games, a dance party, a live DJ and more. Summer Chalk Fest – Saturday. Aug. 26, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. The Summer Chalk Fest will feature live chalk art from chalk artist, street painter and muralist Ken Mullen. Guests will also enjoy activities including face painting, a live DJ, samples from CityPlace Doral’s retailers and more. Mellow Monkey Art is Ken Mullen, an award-winning chalk artist, street painter, and muralist who specializes in creating large anamorphic 3D images. Professionally certified as a “Maestro” level chalk artist by the Florida Chalk Artist's Association, Ken has had the privilege of creating artwork at corporate events and festivals throughout the United States. He loves the performance nature of street painting and never gets tired of the reaction when people see his artwork come alive off the pavement. End of Summer Block Party – Saturday, Sept. 23, 2 – 5 p.m. Professional Sand Sculptures Team Sandtastic will decorate CityPlace Doral with a summer-themed sandcastle mural featuring beach balls, surfboards and more. Additional activities will include a live DJ, interactive games, bubble fun and more. At each event, guests are encouraged to share on social media for the opportunity to win prizes. Where: CityPlace Doral 8300 NW 36th St. Doral, FL 33166 Cost: The events are free and open to the community. Parking at CityPlace Doral is available for an additional charge. How: For more information, visit https://cityplacedoral.com/events. By ML Staff. Image courtesy of CityPlaceDoral

Gucci announced the fourth round of recipients for its Gucci North America Changemakers Impact Fund and Scholars Program to twelve inspiring organizations and twelve dynamic scholars imagining and designing the future to create positive change. Gucci launched Gucci Changemakers North America in 2019 as part of its vision to empower solutions for a better future through creativity and impact. Gucci remains committed in its pledge to bring meaningful change to the fashion industry, inside and out, by uplifting and supporting its future leaders and non-profit organizations. Since its founding, more than 2,100 organizations and 4,000 students have applied to the program—with Gucci awarding over 50 non-profit organizations with grants and over 70 students with scholarships for a total of over $5.5 million dollars invested. The Changemakers community continues to grow, allowing non-profit organizations to make grassroots impact within their communities and offering students the opportunity to pursue their unique path within the design and fashion industries. As Gucci North America Changemakers approaches its fifth anniversary in 2024, its continued mission of advancing creative opportunities will be expanded to broaden its reach and engagement for the years to come. Gucci Changemakers North America is pleased to present the 2023 North America Awardees: GUCCI NORTH AMERICA IMPACT FUND The twelve awarded non-profit recipients will each receive a one-year grant for $50,000, which can be used to create new programs or scale existing initiatives. The newest cohort of grantees represent the inspirational work of organizations across arts and culture, education, social justice and equity, and health equity and wellness. Some of their grant projects include mindfulness programming and yoga for BIPOC men and youth in Chicago, a poetry convening and programming for Detroit area youth, emerging artists fellowships for Black transgender creatives in New York, youth development programming for at-risk youth in Philadelphia, and support for Canada’s largest Indigenous youth performance in Toronto. The list of the twelve grantees is as follows: Black Girl Environmentalist, Washington D.C. Humbl Hustlr, Atlanta, GA InsideOut Literary Arts, Detroit, MI United We Dream, Houston, TX Marsha P. Johnson Institute, New York, NY Mighty Writers, Philadelphia, PA Outside Looking In, Toronto, ON, Canada Ruth’s Table, San Francisco, CA Son of a Saint, New Orleans, LA The Fund for Women’s Equality, Los Angeles, CA The Healing, Chicago, IL Zero Hour, Miami, FL GUCCI NORTH AMERICA SCHOLARSHIP FUND The twelve scholarship recipients will each receive an academic scholarship for up to $20,000. This talented group of scholars come from diverse backgrounds and are pursuing various careers within fashion and design at undergraduate colleges and universities. The twelve talented and deserving recipients of this year’s 2023 Gucci North America Changemakers Scholarship program is as follows: Cleo Williams, George Brown College DaNae Harrison, Spelman College · Elizabeth Lawson, The Savannah College of Art and Design · India Williams, Kent State University · Isabella Hanson, Cornell University · Jamesly Saint Louis, Rhode Island School of Design · John Davillier, University of Southern California · MaiTae Preece, Otis College of Art & Design · Maya Silva, California College of the Arts · Miles Richards, College of Creative Studies · Nikol Rafailova, Fashion Institute of Technology · Rafael Diaz, School of the Art Institute of Chicago Gucci Changemakers North America will celebrate the future of creating lasting, positive impact with its Changemakers community later this fall and announce the next chapter of applications and new programs for its fifth anniversary later this year. For more information about the Gucci Changemakers applications and eligibility requirements, please click here or call 1-877- 482-2430 Become a Gucci Changemaker! #GucciChangemakers By ML Staff. Images Courtesy Of The Gucci

Ten North Group (previously Opa-locka Community Development Corporation) is pleased to present Flash Points: The Photography of Ernest C. Withers, an exhibition showcasing 41 original photographs by the revered Memphis-born photographer who documented and shaped the visual narrative of the Civil Rights Movement. Flash Points: The Photography of Ernest C. Withers. Photo courtesy of Ten North Group and The Ernest C. Withers Museum and Collection. Photo courtesy of Ten North Group. Curated in partnership with Ms. Rosalind Withers, Director of the Ernest Withers Museum and Collection of Memphis, Tennessee, and daughter of the artist, Flash Points explores the cognitive character of Black struggle through Withers’ politics of creation as a Black photographer working within the American South. Flash Points runs now through August 31, 2023, at The Arts and Recreation Center (The ARC), 675 Ali Baba Ave, Opa-Locka, FL 33054. In conversation with the remembrance of Juneteenth, Flash Points argues for the pictorial expansion of Blackness and the presentation of history without filter. The exhibition bears witness to the historical tipping points that galvanized the actions and resulting outcomes of The Poor People’s Campaign, the public understanding of Emmett Till’s murder and subsequent trial, the fallout of evictions that led to Fayette County’s Tent City, and the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Ernest C. Withers, Emmett Till’s uncle, Moses Wright and his friend in Mississippi, ca. 1955, archival printed photograph, 20 x 26 inches (framed). Photo by Isabella Marie Garcia and Courtesy of the Ten North Art Foundation, Opa-locka, Florida. Ernest C. Withers (August 7, 1922 – October 15, 2007) was an African American photojournalist who documented over 60 years of African American history and was often the only photographer to record these scenes, many of which were ignored by the mainstream press. He formed personal and complex relationships with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Andrew Young, and Mamie Till-Mobley, and his coverage of the Emmett Till murder trial brought national attention to the racist violence taking place during the 1950s in Mississippi, among other places. Ernest C. Withers Courtesy of The Withers Collection Museum & Gallery. Flash Points emerges as the Black experience is threatened by legislation–including the banning of books written by Black authors, the censorship of Black history, and voter suppression–all of which accentuate the continued oppression and attempted erasure of Black people. Flash Points considers how the work of Ernest C. Withers has contributed to the chronicling of African Americans’ struggles by capturing the contours of collective resistance; a jigsaw amalgamation of the pain and joy of quotidian life; the rejection of the status quo; and the faces of those who came to embody the struggle for the protection of individual rights. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of Ten North Group.

In celebration of its 75th year, and as part of a continuing commitment to transform children's lives through dance and provide quality after-school programming accessible to all, Armour Dance Theater (ADT) announces the opening of its newest community program site for the 2023-2024 school year at South Miami Heights Elementary, located at 12231 SW 190 Terrace Miami, FL 33177. Registration for the 2023-24 school year opens in July of 2023. Support for ADT to expand its innovative programs was made possible through private donor support and in large part by a 5-year 7.5-million-dollar grant from The Children’s Trust, which has provided cornerstone funding to ADT since 2011. With this increase in funding, ADT will impact 375 elementary age students through after school and summer camp programs. The Children’s Trust Board of Directors approved funding recommendations for ADT’s Youth Development initiative, its largest investment area. More than 140 programs, including ADT, were selected during a competitive Request for Proposals and review process. Known as Miami’s Community Dance Conservatory, ADT provides community programming that include academic, social-emotional learning, homework assistance, and parenting components. Through ADT’s comprehensive arts education model, students develop resilience, delayed gratification, and a growth mindset to help master their craft, excel academically, and succeed in life through high school and beyond. “Everyone at ADT is excited to be launching a fifth neighborhood site and updating our after- school classes to include a fresh focus on math. For decades we've seen our unique combination of artistic and academic instruction transform children's lives. We're proud that the Children's Trust believes in us enough to fund this expansion to serve more students with even better results”, stated Camila Gil, Executive Director, Armour Dance Theatre ADT programs are currently active in Miami Gardens, Little Haiti, South Miami, Goulds, Miami Heights, and, now, South Miami Heights. This fifth location will expand ADT’s reach of these community-focused programs which provide significant academic and personal growth benefits to the youth participants. Since expanding its time-tested program in 2014, ADT has monitored the impact of these programs with many participants achieving academic success and acceptance into exceptional magnet programs. ADT has a 30-year track record of using dance as a pathway to high school graduation and post-secondary opportunities. More on Armour Dance Theatre Armour Dance Theatre provides dance training to over 850 students annually, with nearly 600 on scholarship in five locations. Through our programs, we work to remove obstacles and use dance as a vehicle to success. Over the last three decades, our programs have grown in scope and impact. The mission of Armour Dance Theatre is to create a pathway to educational and professional opportunities, for the youth of Miami-Dade County, through the study and performance of dance. By ML Staff. Images courtesy of ADT