VIPs gathered to enjoy a private dinner and cooking demonstration

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (November 8, 2011)– Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale  hosted VIPs for an exclusive Italian dining experience with actor Dennis Farina and celebrity cook Steve Martorano on Friday, November 4, 2011.

Guests, including Rick Feldman of Ferrari-Maserati and Gerry Weber and Gregory Van Haush of the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF), honored Dennis Farina for his accomplishments in the film industry as an Italian American actor including his recent role in The Last Rites of Joe May which screened at FLIFF on November 5. Farina is known for his role in the TV hit  Law & Order and box office hits such as Get Shorty, That Old Feeling, Out of Sight, and Saving Private Ryan.

Celebrity cook and fellow Italian American Steve Martorano demonstrated one of his signature dishes, Pizza Cheesesteak, as seen on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and prepared an Italian dining experience for guests including Martorano salad, mini meatballs, chicken cacciatore and penne vodka.

For more information on Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale, call 954-607-7928 or visit www.FerrariFL.com.

About Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale – The Home of the Experience

Established in 1983, Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale – The Home of the Experience is South Florida’s oldest and most respected dealer of luxury performance Italian automobiles. The recently renovated, brand-new, state-of-the-art showroom and facility showcases the world’s most coveted autos. Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale – The Home of the Experience is the only factory-authorized Ferrari and Maserati body shop that also features an award-winning restoration team. The dealership carries a wide array of Ferrari and Maserati parts, accessories, and apparel. Clients have the ability to make service appointments online at its website at www.FerrariFL.com, where interested buyers may also find a full list of the current inventory, news and upcoming events. Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale – The Home of the Experience is located at 5750 North Federal Hwy. in Fort Lauderdale, FL. For more information, please call 954-607-7928.                    

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Bikes to be collected now through December 20th

This year’s goal set at 10,000 bikes

Fort Lauderdale, FL (November 2, 2011) – The “Rick Case Bikes for Kids” program, celebrating its 30^th anniversary this year, has provided thousands of needy children with a bicycle during the holidays since 1982, and is now collecting bikes for the 2011 holiday season from now through December 20, 2011.  All bikes collected are distributed through area Boys & Girls Clubs as well as other charity organizations.

Many South Florida children are not fortunate enough to have a bike of their own.  Fortunately, the Rick Case Bikes for Kids program, launched in 1982 by Rita and Rick Case of the Rick Case Automotive Group, has been making that dream a reality for needy children for 29 years.  Rick Case Bikes for Kids makes it easy to get involved and help a needy child.  Bikes in good condition are now being collected for the holiday season at any of the following Rick Case locations:

q  Rick Case Honda / 15700 Rick Case Honda Way (I-75 at Griffin Road), Davie / 954-364-3000

q  Rick Case Acura / 825 North State Road 7 (on 441 at Sunrise), Ft. Lauderdale / 954-587-1111

q  Rick Case Hyundai / 925 North State Road 7 (on 441 at Sunrise), Ft. Lauderdale / 954-581-5885

q  Rick Case Hyundai / 3550 Weston Road (I-75 between Royal Palm and Griffin), Davie / 954-377-4100

q  Rick Case Honda Powerhouse / 15700 Rick Case Honda Way (I-75 at Griffin), Davie / 954-364-3201

q  Rick Case Fiat / 3500 Weston Road (I-75 next to the Cleveland Clinic), Davie / 954-903-5311

“This program is a way to put smiles on thousands of children’s faces,” said Rick Case, who reports that to date, more than 100,000 bikes have been donated in South Florida, Cleveland and Atlanta since the program’s founding. “Our community really comes together to make sure the children in the area can have the best holiday season possible.”

The Rick Case Automotive Group, founded in 1962 will be celebrating its 50^th anniversary next year. Located in South Florida since 1986, it is owned and operated by the wife and husband team of Rita and Rick Case – recent winners of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year Award. With 15 dealerships in Florida, Georgia and Ohio, The Rick Case Automotive Group offers Acura, Audi, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, Mitsubishi, FIAT and Honda Cars & Cycles to customers, including the World’s Largest Honda and Hyundai dealerships in Broward County, Florida. With locations on I-75 at Griffin Road and on 441 at Sunrise Blvd., Rick Case Automotive Group’s corporate offices are located at 875 North State Road 7 in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.  For more information, please call (954) 377-7410 or visit www.rickcase.com.

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Teens have the opportunity to team up and compete with Broward’s best chefs in this culinary fundraiser

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (October 26, 2011) – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County (BGCBC) will host the third annual “Future Tastes Great” Iron Chef Competition 6:30 p.m. Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Hugh’s Culinary in Oakland Park. This unique and entertaining fundraiser will raise the necessary funds to operate the BGCBG Culinary Arts program which is located at the North Lauderdale Levine/Slaughter Boys & Girls Club.  The Culinary Arts program is just is one of the many specialized Career Exploration Programs that are available for BGCBC’s teen members to help introduce them to alternative career opportunities.

Participating chef’s and culinary experts from Michelle’s Dining & Lounge, Café Maxx,  Blue Moon, D’Angelo’s, and Hugh’s just to name a few will treat guests to culinary delights. Chef Teresa Ruiz of the Boys & Girls Club’s Culinary Arts Program will also participate with assistance from her students. Sponsored teams consisting of one chef and BGCBC youth assistants will partner to create magic in the kitchen. Each team will be given the same ingredients and will then be judged in a cook-off. Guests will enjoy an exclusive dinner prepared by some of Broward’s best chefs in addition to wine tastings, libations, live entertainment and a silent auction.

“It is very humbling to have the opportunity to work with the staff and volunteers of the Boys & Girls Clubs,” said Kim Hackett, Levine/Slaughter Advisory Board Member and Future Tastes Great Chairwoman. “This event is all about the kids and the Culinary Arts Program that helps develop new skills and open doors to the world of culinary opportunities for our teen members.”

Tickets are $100 per person and include fine cuisine, wine tastings and other specials. To purchase tickets and for sponsorship information, visit www.northlauderdalebgc.com or call Marika Guyton, Events Coordinator,  954-537-1010 ext. 226.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County joined the national organization in 1965 and have grown along with the movement. We now have 12 facilities with a membership of over 12,000 youth, making us one of the largest Boys & Girls Club organizations in the nation. We are a nonprofit 501(C) (3) private agency. We rely on funding raised by our Board of Directors, special events, general donations, corporate sponsors, foundation support, endowments, and the Broward County government. 

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FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (October 25, 2011) – The Bougainvilla House, a new residential facility that offers emotional and financial support to the families of terminally ill children, hosted an exclusive kick-off celebration with celebrity guests Penelope Ann Miller and Dennis Haysbert on Friday, October 21 from 7-9pm.

The Bougainvilla House recently blossomed from the Fort Lauderdale-based HospiceCare of Southeast Florida, Inc., a well-known and respected organization that has served the people of Broward, Dade and Monroe counties for more than 30 years. Continuing the mission to provide care to those in need, The Bougainvilla House will offer transportation, accommodations, meals, bereavement counselors, and therapists to all guests, regardless of their ability to pay.

The private kick-off celebration was held at the waterfront residence of Janet Davis, President and CEO of the new Bougainvilla House, along with Gregory von Hausch, President and CEO of the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF). Guests, including actor and FLIFF honoree Beau Bridges, enjoyed cocktails, hors d ’oeuvres and live entertainment to celebrate the launch of this special organization.

Celebrity guest Penelope Ann Miller is known for her memorable Gold Globe-nominated role in Carlito’s Way, The Freshman, Penny Marshall’s Awakening, Chaplin, and Kindergarten Cop. Miller’s next project The Artist, a black and white silent film by Weinstein Company, will be released November 23, 2011. The unique film has earned universal kudos at film festivals around the world.

Also joining the celebration was actor Dennis Haysbert who is known not only for his legendary talent, but for having one of the most recognizable voices in Hollywood. Haysbert small screen roles include David Palmer in the hit series 24 and Sergeant Major Jones in the drama series The Unit. On the silver screen, Haysbert starred alongside Robert DeNiro in Heat, played Raymond Deagan in Far From Heaven, and even lends his famous voice to character Master Ox in Kung Fu Panda.

Scheduled to break ground in spring 2012, The Bougainvilla House will provide transportation, accommodations, meals, bereavement counselors, and therapists to all guests regardless of their ability to pay. The six million dollar British West Indies style House, designed by Ft. Lauderdale architect Bill Storrs, will feature pet-friendly in-suite rooms, private family rooms, indoor dining and outdoor dining on wide covered verandas overlooking beautiful gardens, a chapel, counseling rooms, the Sun Room, and tropical gardens with gazebos, meditation areas, and walkways paved with remembrance bricks.

The Bougainvilla House

The Bougainvilla House is a 501(C)(3) non-profit that will continue the mission of HospiceCare of Southeast Florida, Inc., as a legacy to the 30 years of providing care to those in need. The Bougainvilla House is located at 309 SE 18^th Street, one block south of Broward General Medical Center in Ft. Lauderdale. For more information, please call (954) 525-8757 or visit www.TheBougainvillaHouse.com.

South Florida’s hottest restaurants joined forces to assist in collecting school supplies and other donations for more than 12,000 youth of Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (September 26, 2011) – Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale, hosted the 2^nd Annual “Taste of Broward”™ joined by more than 15 Broward restaurants and wine/spirits brands benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County (BGCBC) on Thursday, September 15, 2011. The event collected school supplies for more than 12,000 children along with $1,000 in monetary donations.

More than 300 of South Florida’s hottest VIP movers and shakers joined Garrett Hayim, President of Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale – Home of the Experience, for decadent tastings, and an up-close view of the nation’s most hi-profile luxury sports cars. Guests toured the stunning showroom, an eye-catching combination of style and speed spread out over 30,000 sq. ft., featuring a variety of new and classic Ferrari and Maserati models. Those who attended also were able to preview a collection of exotics from Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale along with an exciting display of the fuel efficient Fiat, courtesy of Rick Case Fiat in Davie, FL.

Food and fun were not the only items on the menu; “Taste of Broward”™ supported a great cause – BGCBC.  Guests indulged in a variety of lavish cuisine and spirits provided by Chima Brazilian Steakhouse, East City Grill, GG’s Waterfront Bar and Grill, Solita Las Olas, Rocco’s Tacos, Tokyo Blue, Lola’s on Harrison, SAGE French Café, Las Olas Wine Café, Big City Tavern, STOP BURGERS, Panera Bread, Uddersweets, Smart Water, Zu Vodka, Mount Gay Rum, Cointreau, Remy Martin Cognac and more.  

About Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale – The Home of the Experience

Established in 1983, Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale – The Home of the Experience is South Florida’s oldest and most respected dealer of luxury performance Italian automobiles. The recently renovated, brand-new, state-of-the-art showroom and facility showcases the world’s most coveted autos. Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale – The Home of the Experience is the only factory-authorized Ferrari and Maserati body shop that also features an award-winning restoration team. The dealership carries a wide array of Ferrari and Maserati parts, accessories, and apparel. Clients have the ability to make service appointments online at its website at www.FerrariFL.com, where interested buyers may also find a full list of the current inventory, news and upcoming events. Ferrari-Maserati of Fort Lauderdale – The Home of the Experience is located at 5750 North Federal Hwy. in Fort Lauderdale, FL. For more information please call 954.607.7928.                                                       

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The Lamborghini Boutique’s private event raised $14,500 benefitting the Buoniconti Fund

MIAMI, FL (September 19, 2011) – Lamborghini Boutique of Bal Harbour & Warren Henry Leasing hosted a private event for Bal Harbour’s  Fashion’s Night Out benefitting the Buoniconti Fund on September 8, 2011.  Warren Henry Auto featured an exclusive preview of their third floor Lamborghini Boutique & Warren Henry Leasing while treating South Florida’s most elite VIP’s to a night of style, luxury, and fun for a cause.  Fashion’s Night Out is an unprecedented global initiative created to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, boost the industry’s economy, and put the fun back in shopping.

The Lamborghini Boutique’s event included live entertainment, cocktails, decadent desserts, and an unparalleled live auction of a luxurious Range Rover Sport with a one year term lease, generously donated by Land Rover South Dade, a division of Warren Henry Auto Group.  The black on black Range Rover Sport went to lucky bidder Nicholas Studds for $14,500.

Warren Zinn, owner of Warren Henry Auto Group was also honored with the Buoniconti Fund Spinal Award, by Marc Buoniconti, for his generous contributions and commitment to serving the South Florida community.  A 1985 spinal cord injury left Buoniconti unable to move a muscle below his neck.  Yet, each day he moves people to understand the tragedy of paralyzing SCI — and to join him in finding its cure.  The son of legendary All-Pro and Hall of Famer linebacker and former Miami Dolphin Nick Buoniconti serves as President for both, The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis and The Buoniconti Fund to Cure Paralysis, The Miami Project’s fundraising arm. 

For more information on the Lamborghini Boutique & Warren Henry Leasing located at 9700 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour, FL 33154 Suite # C398, call (305)749-3700 or visit www.lamborghinibalharbourshop.com.

About Warren Henry Auto Group:

Celebrating their 35^th anniversary, Warren Henry Automotive Group is headquartered in Miami, Florida with eight South and Central Florida dealerships in Miami, West Palm Beach and Ocala, including Jaguar, Land Rover, Infiniti, Volvo, Lamborghini, Fisker and Subaru vehicles to customers.  Warren Henry’s corporate office is located at 20800 NW 2nd Avenue (Hwy 441) in Miami. For more information, call 888-856-3113 or visit WarrenHenryAuto.com.

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Fisker Miami, a division of Warren Henry Auto Group hosted Fisker Karma Road Show at Sun Life Stadium, providing interested South Florida buyers the opportunity to experience the Fisker Karma Sedan for the first time

MIAMI, FL (September 4, 2011) – Warren Henry Auto Group in conjunction with Fisker Automotive recently hosted the Fisker Karma Road Show at Sun Life Stadium September 3 and 4, 2011. All Fisker Karma Sedan deposit holders and interested buyers in the Miami area were invited to come out and experience the Fisker Karma Sedan, the world’s first true Electric Vehicle with extended range (EVer) for themselves.

Attendees were able to test drive the eco-sports car on the road and experience their soon-to-own 403 bhp (300 kW), 100 mpg luxury four-door sedan, and enjoyed food and entertainment in a tented area at Sun Life Stadium. The first 50 guests to secure their test drive experience were also treated to watch the Phillies take on the Marlins in a luxury box, courtesy of Warren Henry Automotive.

Speaking at invitation-only VIP event, Fisker Miami Dealer Principal Warren Zinn said, “I am so excited to be the first to introduce Fisker Automobiles to the South Florida market. I have great confidence that the success of the Karma will change the direction of the automobile industry to be more eco-conscious while still delivering luxury and incredible performance.”

Guests at the Fisker Karma Road Show event not only had the chance to drive the Karma Sedan, but had an intensive 75-minute training session in the touring interactive trailer. The participants were given the opportunity to use iPads with interactive Fisker applications providing an exciting look into the Fisker brand and the opportunity to configure a personalized Karma Sedan.

Dedicated product specialists were present to answer any questions from potential customers, thus increasing their knowledge and excitement about the delivery of their own Fisker Karma Sedans.

About Warren Henry Auto Group

Celebrating its 35^th anniversary, Warren Henry Auto Group is headquartered in Miami, Florida with eight South and Central Florida dealerships in Miami, West Palm Beach and Ocala, including Jaguar, Land Rover, Infiniti, Volvo, Lamborghini, Fisker and Subaru vehicles to customers. Warren Henry’s corporate office is located at 20800 NW 2nd Avenue (Hwy 441) in Miami. For more information, call 888-856-3113 or visit www.WarrenHenryAuto.com.

About Fisker Automotive, Inc.

Fisker Automotive is an American car company, founded in 2007, committed to producing electric vehicles with extended range (EVer) that deliver uncompromised responsible luxury™.  The Fisker Karma Sedan is the world’s first premium electric plug-in hybrid representing the company’s firm belief that environmentally conscious cars need not sacrifice passion, style, or performance.  Fisker Automotive is a global company that is redefining luxury for the modern sports car buyer.  For more information on the brand and the Fisker Karma Sedan, please go to http://fiskerautomotive.com.

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Bella Thorne

More than 1,500 fans came out for the events, which provided South Florida families and fans with the chance to get up close and personal with Bella Thorne

BOCA RATON & FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (September 9, 2011) – YoBlendz, a healthy self-serve frozen yogurt franchise blending nature’s best with all the rest, recently hosted South Florida-native Bella Thorne, star of the Disney Channel Original Series “Shake It Up” for two meet and greet and autograph signings on Saturday, August 27, 2011.

More than 500 fans came out for the first appearance at the new YoBlendz store in Mission Bay Plaza on State Road 7 in Boca Raton, with more than 1,000 fans in attendance at the second appearance, which took place at the first ever co-branded JUICEBLENDZ/YoBlendz store in the Southport Shopping Center on SE 17^th Street in Fort Lauderdale. The meet and greet and autograph signings marked the official grand openings for each of the new locations, and featured a variety of family-friendly activities including a live DJ, face painting, a balloon artist, and more.

A minimum purchase of one yogurt or smoothie was required per autograph with a portion of proceeds from all sales benefitting the YoBlendz Foundation, which provides food and education to impoverished and underprivileged children. For more information, please call 954.217.3014 or visit yoblendz.com or juiceblendz.com. 

Photo credit: Darryl Nobles, Dream Focus Photography

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Event to raise much-needed funds and awareness for Canine Assisted Therapy and the Humane Society of Greater Miami

Aventura, FL (May 18, 2011) – King Jewelers—South Florida’s premier jeweler of integrity since 1912, will host the ‘Doggies & Diamonds’ Pet Therapy Awareness Fundraiser on Friday, September 16, 2011 from 6pm to 8pm at King Jewelers showroom in Aventura.

Presented by Delray Beach executive and philanthropist Arthur E. Benjamin’s non-profit organization, American Dog Rescue, the event will feature an evening of food, fun and friendship, all to raise much-needed funds and awareness for Canine Assisted Therapy in Fort Lauderdale (C.A.T.) and the Humane Society of Greater Miami. Guests will enjoy live entertainment and hors d’ oeuvres, signature cocktails courtesy of ZU Vodka, a fabulous silent auction, adoptable dogs, fashionable pet accessories, and much more.

King Jewelers is located at 18265 Biscayne Boulevard in Aventura, FL. The event is by VIP invitation-only or open to the public for $75 per ticket, with all proceeds benefitting C.A.T. and the Humane Society of Greater Miami. For more information, call (305) 935-4900 or visit www.kings1912.com.

About King Jewelers

Established in 1912, the King family has owned and operated King Jewelers for five generations while building an outstanding reputation steeped in quality, value, and first-class service. Today, King Jewelers has brick-and-mortar stores located in Aventura, FL and Nashville, TN, both of which have won numerous regional and national awards of distinction. Offering a magnificent selection of fine jewelry collections including the hottest Italian designs, estate jewelry, colored gemstones and fancy-colored diamonds, as well as luxury European timepieces, King Jewelers prides itself in being one step ahead of the trend. In addition, King Jewelers offers on-site jewelry and watch repairs, custom design services, appraisals, estate buying, and corporate gift programs. For more information, visit www.kings1912.com.

About American Dog Rescue

In 2005, Arthur Benjamin was deeply disturbed by the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina for animals. Thus, Arthur and  his five pound adopted poodle, Buddy, co-founded  American Dog Rescue to place healthy dogs in permanent homes that are the right fit for the animal and its family.  American Dog Rescue is a tax-exempt, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization committed to finding a home for every adoptable dog in the United States. ADR is unique in its commitment that 100% of all donations go to the animals. For more information, visit www.americandogrescue.org.

About Canine Assisted Therapy

Based in Fort Lauderdale, Canine Assisted Therapy (C.A.T.) is a 501(c)(3) founded in August 2009 to address the need of companionship and to provide unconditional love to those in need in nursing homes, hospitals, hospice, etc. C.A.T. recruits volunteers and their dogs. The organization has grown to include providing services to not only the elderly, but to youth and disabled individuals as well. For more information, visit www.catdogs.org.

About the Humane Society of Greater Miami

The Humane Society of Greater Miami is a limited admit adoption guarantee facility dedicated to placing every dog and cat in its care into a loving home, and to promoting responsible pet ownership and spay/neuter programs. Every animal admitted to its shelter is free from the threat of euthanasia for as long as it takes to find them a forever home.

The organization has been helping homeless animals in Miami-Dade County since 1936. The not-for-profit charitable animal welfare organization is supported solely by its programs and services, as well as donations, private grants and fundraising events. For more information, visit www.humanesocietymiami.org.

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