Coral Gables resident Karelia “Kare” Martinez Carbonell is any charitable organization’s dream. A woman with a passion for non-profit work, Kare Carbonell combines that with the knowledge and experience needed to help those she serves succeed. Born in Cuba, her family immigrated to the United States when she was 5 years old. On arrival at [...]
Coral Gables Rotarians wined and dined for charity on Nov. 12 at Season’s 52 in Coral Gables. The dinner was the first in a series of fundraisers that will benefit the Coral Gables Rotary Foundation and four others local charities. After a champagne reception, Season 52’s Chef Rolando Centenzio prepared a fourcourse dinner with wine [...]
After a 30-year career with the City of Coral Gables Fire Department, Enid Miguez has begun a new chapter in her life. Before entering that new phase, coworkers, friends and officials gathered at Venetian Pool for dinner, dancing and a program featuring a host of representatives past and present from the City of Coral Gables [...]
As we approach the holiday season, time is as precious as money. When you think of giving, remember that giving your time can be as appreciated as giving your treasure. Organizations such as the Jr. Orange Bowl Committee hosts numerous events in Nov. and Dec. that run for several days such as tennis. Those looking [...]
A Rotary Group Study Exchange (GSE) team from India recently paid an extended visit to Rotary’s District 6990, which encompasses South Florida, the Keys and the Bahamas. Rotary’s District 6990 Group Study Exchange chair and past president of the Coral Gables Club, Yolanda Woodbridge, became known as “Mama Florida” during the planning stages and her [...]
The GFWC Coral Gables Woman’s Club once again opened its clubhouse doors to the Independent Schools of South Florida (ISSF) for the organization’s annual spelling bee on Nov. 8. With a total of 23 schools participating in this 2012 ISSF Fifth Grade Spelling Bee, an unprecedented eight schools placed this year. Three schools placed third; [...]
The dynamic DBC Forum, a networking group under the umbrella of the Doral Business Council actively participates not only in bimonthly meetings but in all DBC events. The DBC Forum was well represented at the recent DBC Inaugural Legacy Gala with several members buying tables while individual Forum members put together two tables of community-active [...]
MCS high school students took full advantage of the school’s annual Fall Trip to Teen Valley Ranch in North Carolina. Featuring the fun: horseback riding, zip lining, white water rafting, miniature golf, frisbee football, hiking, and rock wall climbing While such activities provided challenges as well as bonding and learning experiences, time was also set [...]
A Rotary Group Study Exchange Team from India paid an extended visit to Rotary’s District 6990, which encompasses South Florida, the Keys and the Bahamas. Rotary’s District 6990 Group Study Exchange Chair and Past President of the Coral Gables Club, Yolanda Woodbridge, became known as “Mama Florida” during the planning stages and her job was [...]
Doug Jolly, vice president for Doctors Hospital in Coral Gables, is an inspiring man whose kindness and generosity of spirit are obvious to all. He shares his many talents by being involved actively in numerous community organizations and serves on the board of the Coral Gables Museum, Miami-Dade County Schools Athletic Advisory Board and FIU [...]
Gables Rotary Wine and Dine for Charity Series kicks off on Monday, Nov. 12, at Season’s 52, on Miracle Mile in Coral Gables. The exclusive and limited seating series of four gourmet wine dinners will benefit the Coral Gables Rotary Foundation and four charities. A percentage of the proceeds from the first dinner will benefit [...]
With classes in session, students took a break to receive an update on one of their favorite charitable outreach projects (Sunil’s Home Orphanage) from Lynn Bauer, of Bauer Financial Services and board member of the orphanage. After her latest trip to Sunil’s Home Orphanage in India in mid-August, Bauer brought news during elementary chapel, updating [...]
A sellout crowd attended the Latin Builders Association Awards Luncheon held Sept. 28, at the Hyatt Regency Miami, highlighting tremendous efforts of the LBA members and directors within the association and in their industry at large. The LBA event showcased the best organizations representing a variety of industries that make up the organization membership, including [...]
The critically acclaimed Broadway musical Godspell opened at Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre on Oct. 12. With a full house, the show received a standing ovation from an appreciative audience. Artistic director David Arisco has added his special touch to this show making it hilarious — especially the first act — and unforgettable. A [...]
