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A pop-up GBS, The Beauty Story beauty lounge aboard a private yacht at Epic Hotel’s River Lounge attracted South Florida’s movers-and-shakers to the latest installment of Welcome Channel’s “Toast to Social Season” series.

Peabody Real Estate hosted the Latin Business Club of America networking event at Latitude One along the Miami Riverwalk. Among the attendees were members from a variety of industries and local small businesses.

Camden, Brickell’s leading urban mid-rise, welcomed Brickellites and non-Brickellites looking to relocate to the “Manhattan of the South” to tour the renovations of their world-class rental community.

Legwarmers, jelly bracelets and ‘80s hair made a comeback during Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami’s Impact Circle’s ‘80’s Party at Badrutt’s Place.

ArTech, the high-tech and high-design luxury condo in Aventura hosted a pool party and BBQ on the project’s sprawling waterfront pool deck while mingling and dancing to the sounds of DJ Troy Kurtz and Josh Lekach.

Chic boutique Green Grass celebrated its 3rd anniversary with an ‘80s-inspired party featuring a main art exhibit by Aleksandar Kirilov, a recycled functional art installation by J.Cano+Schmidt and music by DJ Carlos Ledesma. Guests showed off their best outfits all night long while perusing Green Grass’s latest men’s and women’s collections.

The Downtown Partnership and Miami DDA hosted a “Meet Your Neighbors” event at the Downtown Athletic Club featuring fit people and enough entertainment to hold guests over until the next meet-and-greet extravaganza.

Jade Ocean in Sunny Isles hosted Jill Martin’s Fashion for Dummies book launch with a star-studded turnout who enjoyed social cocktails and formal sit-down meal.

Brickell Gallery Night had another strong showing at Green Grass near Mary Brickell Village. Art aficionados, creative collectors, fashionistas and socialites united to celebrate the evolution of the arts in South Florida.

More than 100 attorneys and staff members from Bilzin Sumberg partnered with Hands on Miami and Phillis Wheatley Elementary School to help the historic Overtown school get a face lift.

Ana Cristina Defortuna hosted an intimate luncheon for the unveiling of the Laura Buccellati Collection, an exquisite line of exotic skin handbags, at Jade Ocean.

Perhaps nowhere in the world has fashion and art come together more seamlessly than at Green Grass in Brickell. The crowds this cozy boutique draws are as fantastic as their global collections!

Miami welcomed Engel & Volkers to the city with friends, family, neighbors cocktails and music in the heart of Brickell.

Evangeline Gouletas, Chairman and CEO of Skyline Equities Realty, created a once-in-a-lifetime art event at Mary Brickell Village featuring international artist Ginés Serrán entitled Ginés Serrán Miami Art Exhibit.

The Conrad Miami’s annual holiday party brought together friends, family and associates who united to bask in holiday cheer and look forward to an exciting and prosperous new year!

Besides having one of the most respected restaurants in Miami, the team at Puntino also has vast catering services available to ensure that your next shindig or soiree is one to remember.

Green Grass, Isa Zapata and international photographer Sergio Fama teamed up for a “Love Fest” event featuring artist Isa Zapata’s signature hearts. A total of 5% of the proceeds went to the International Rescue Committee to help the survivors of the earthquake in Haiti.

Evangeline Gouletas has been the talk of the town recently, thanks to her efforts in securing Miami as the location of artist Ginés Serrán’s massive masterpiece, The Union of the World: Monument to World Peace.

Canyon Ranch Miami Beach hosted “Cocktails & Networking by the Sea,” an event that brought together area movers-and-shakers and VIPs.

The team at Brix 46 introduced themselves to Brickell’s finest during their Grand Opening event. The area’s VIPs were glad to welcome the new venue offering good times every night of the week.

Boca Tanning Club Brickell recently opened its doors ready to make area movers-and-shakers look their best day and night.

Giada Pignata celebrated her birthday with an elabroate party at Puntino Downtown with family, friends and guests.

The Beacon Council recently hosted their annual “Beacon Awards” at Jungle Island complete with cocktails, dinner and networking. Honors were handed out in a variety of categories to some of South Florida’s top companies.

Strayer University celebrated the Grand Opening of their two new locations in Brickell and Doral. The educational institution offers its student adult education options and online degree programs.

Class, style and Scandinavian design merged with leaders in architecture and hospitality for an unforgettable evening of exclusive previews at The Villa Mansion in Miami Beach hosted by Shores of Denmark.

Puntino has become the place to see and be seen. Whether you have Puntino cater your private event or dine inside their restaurant, one thing’s certain: You can expect a great time.

Clarins Skin Spa & Leading Ladies League hosted a special VIP preview of luxurious treatments and innovative skincare at Bloomingdale’s in Aventura. Guests were treated to Express Spa Treatments and make-up makeovers!

Canyon Ranch in Miami Beach held an exclusive wine tasting for area VIPs complete with a tasty, healthy dinner afterward at Canyon Ranch Grill.

The team at Wesoloski Carlson, P.A. celebrated the addition of its name to the top of the 848 Brickell Ave. building.

The Sabadell United Bank Keymorada Invitational Fly-Spin Tournament which benefits the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, held a cocktail reception at the Sabadell United Bank offices in Downtown Miami.

The 2010 SAVE Dade Champions of Equality Award Reception was held at The Bar at Tempo Miami located in the Marquis Residences Tower with more than 300 civic leaders and community luminaries in attendance.

The Mercedes-Benz Miami Beach Polo World Cup took center stage in the VIP tent with celebrities and locals mixing sun, fun and sportsmanship under the sunny South Florida sky.

Fabulous Miami recently took over Zucchero Restaurant for another networking-filled event full of handshakes and fun.

When Studio D officially launched in Miami, they made sure to invite their glamorous clientele to join in the festivities. The salon hopes to take their knowledge, expertise and beauty know-how to make South Florida’s elite look their best all year long, no matter what look they’re after.

Putino Restaurant held their Grand Opening at The Square Shopping Center in Key Biscayne with owners Cristoforo & Giada Pignata. Success is inevitable — and tasty!

The W Hotel in Miami Beach recently hosted the official launch of Miami Drive Club with Helio Castroneves on hand to express his passion for the club and inspire prospective members to join in on the fun.

Greg Case, President & CEO of Aon Service Corporation held a Town Hall meeting at JW Marriott for the State of Florida to discuss Aon United and its launch across Aon.

Cool-de-Sac in South Miami is quickly becoming the place for families to see and be seen thanks to their delicious gourmet meals and activities for the whole family.

Canyon Ranch Miami Beach recently hosted an exclusive wine tasting, adding to their extensive portfolio of successful onsite special events.

Aon recently hosted an office-wide cook-off in their Brickell offices. Brickell Magazine Editor-in-Chief Jorge Arauz was the official judge for the competition which yielded several winners in various categories.