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Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

December 18, 2012 By Karyn Anjali 49 Comments

Derrick Brooks & Tony Dungy Leadership Breakfast

Tony Dungy & Derrick Brooks - Leadership Breakfast

On Nov. 3rd, 2012 Hangin’ 10 for Frankie’s Friends was a great success! $56,000 was raised to help Tampa Bay pets. Held at the Pepin Center in Tampa and sponsored by Candy & Eddie DeBartolo & Family, the DeBartolo Family Foundation and many others.

2012 Hangin' 10 with Frankie's Friends

Panache Vue’ Magazine is proud to offer our support to these events. This is just a tease of what’s happening around Tampa Bay… visit PanacheVue.com to get more event information. And in case we’ve missed something, email us at events@PanacheVue.com.

Enjoyment is defined by you. We hope to see you soon!

Karyn Anjali

Karyn Anjali is a published author and Tampa Bay’s resident socialite spends time out and about attending events and supporting charities. A successful business owner of a custom jewelry line, Karysma, and a Real Estate Broker, writing remains a preferred hobby.

Born in Trinidad, and having lived in Toronto, London, Miami and Vancouver prior to moving here 9 years ago, she enjoys the small town feel within a large city with daily dynamic things happening. She has an MBA and a BA in Communication Arts.

Filed Under: 2012, Buzz Stop, December 2012 / January 2013, Events, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Candy Debartolo, Debartolo Family Foundation, Derrick Brooks, Eddie Debartolo, Event, Events, Features, Frankie's Friends, Karyn Anjali, Tampa, Tampa Bay, Tony Dungy, Vinoy Park

Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

July 18, 2012 By Karyn Anjali 764 Comments

Use the power of inspiring community to make the most of this summer. You will remember how relaxation, fun, adventure and playfulness are all important parts of living a full — and productive — life. The idea of fun through contributing to local charities and events helps everyone!

The 48 Hour Film Project is the weekend of July 20th through the 22nd. Filmmakers from all over the Bay area will compete to see who can make the best short film in only 48 hours. The winning film will go up against films from around the world. This year, teams will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Visit: www.48hourfilm.com/en/tampa-stpetersburg

You don’t have to be in great shape to compete in this summer’s Hog Wild Mud Run on July 21st with proceeds benefitting the Tampa Police Department’s Mounted Patrol. The 3 mile race includes fun but challenging obstacles, a mud pit slide and a celebration party that includes food trucks and live entertainment with participants wearing crazy costumes. Visit: www.hogwildmudrun.com

Host Carol Mickett, philosopher and artist, leads this monthly series of talks with local heroes about their visions, accomplishments and contributions to shaping the community at Our Town Conversations on July 26th at the Dali Museum. Visit: www.thedali.org

On July 27th experience purchase beautiful artwork and jewelry created by PARC artists with developmental disabilities at Art in the PARC in Downtown St. Petersburg. Over 1000 pieces will be featured along with food, refreshments and music. All artwork and jewelry sold benefits PARC. Visit: www.parc-fl.org

Photo: Todd Montgomery, Clear Glass Photography

The Ritz is again host to this year’s Celebrate Sinatra on July 28th presented by Ken Walters. Celebrating Ol’Blue eyes with complimentary vodka martinis, passed hors d’oeuvres and dancing to live music by Ignacio Marin’s Latin Lovers and Tom Tiratto’s 17-piece big band orchestra with Ashley Locheed and Paul Phillips. Visit: www.kenwalters.com/celebrate-sinatra

Go wild at the 17th annual WaZoo on August 4th with more than 250 beers and specialty ales from around the world, restaurants with local cuisine and live music. Lowry Park Zoo comes alive with animals of the human kind. Visit: www.lowryparkzoo.com/wazoo

Summer’s heating up at the Ask Gary Amphitheatre at Florida State Fair Grounds with bands that include Bare Naked Ladies, Dave Mathews Band, Sugarland, KISS, Motley Crew and Jason Mraz to name just a few. Visit: www.livenation.com/1800ASKGARY-Amphitheatre-At-the-Florida-State-Fairgrounds-tickets-Tampa/venue/107257

Enjoyment is defined by you. We hope to see you soon!

Karyn Anjali

Filed Under: 2012, Buzz Stop, Events, July/August 2012 - Tampa Bay, May/June 2012 - Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Event, Events, Features, Festival of Speed, Karyn Anjali, St. Petersburg, Tampa, Tampa Bay, Treasure Island, Vinoy Park

The Third Annual Blooming Luau

May 17, 2012 By Nina Stanley 301 Comments

The Third Annual Blooming Luau was a great success again this year

We would like to thank Tom Lyons, owner of Beso Del Sol, Dave Dawson manager and the entire staff for their efforts. Marker 8 manager Russ Latimer and Tom Gusman, manager of The Venue restaurant for their time and the incredible venue for an event. The delicious food was provided free by Leroy Selmons, Margarites and Serendipity Cafe, Costco furnished water and desserts. Of course, The Black Honkeys who never disappoint were the heros of the day, getting the crowd to donate over $600 by passing the hat (numerous times). BPFK was very fortunate to have so many businesses and individuals donate auction items which raised enough money to send 20 foster children to camp this summer. If you would like to help please go to www.bloomingplaceforkids.org to donate and if you missed the fun this year, we will do again next year!

Photography: Kristen Esposito

Filed Under: 2012, Events, May/June 2012 - Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Blooming Luau, Blooming Place for Kids, Charity, Event, Events, Features, Tampa, Tampa Bay

Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

May 17, 2012 By Karyn Anjali 54 Comments

9th Festival of Speed

Attendees enjoyed a gathering of the world’s finest and most exotic new and vintage automobiles, motorcycles and watercraft displayed in Vinoy Park overlooking sparkling Tampa Bay.

: Photo: Michael Blitch Photography

Chillounge Night – Treasure Island

On March 31st, Panache Vue was a proud sponsor of Chillounge Night which graced the idyllic beach community of Treasure Island transforming the Community Center Park into the ultimate outdoor lounge experience. Hundreds of chic daybeds and other outdoor furnishings was set up to create a cozy, comfortable environment for an evening of food, drink and entertainment

: Photo: Michael Blitch Photography

Karyn Anjali

Filed Under: 2012, Buzz Stop, Events, May/June 2012 - Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Event, Events, Features, Festival of Speed, Karyn Anjali, St. Petersburg, Tampa, Tampa Bay, Treasure Island, Vinoy Park

Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

April 16, 2012 By Karyn Anjali 279 Comments

Festival of Speed Luxury Lifestyle Jet Port

On March 30th at Tampa International Jet Center, as part of Festival of Speed, guests experienced a fabulous display of vintage and contemporary aircraft, exotic cards, custom created motorcycles, high performance boats and the finest luxury products.

: Photo: Don Shepherd XOPIXO Photography

Bacchus’ Knockout Black & Blue Cocktail Party!

The kids of Legends Boxing Club are headed for the Olympic Trials and to other national and world events thanks to the support of Bacchus Event Solutions Foundation. On March 23rd, the community came out in support of the kids along with High Energy Entertainment, Music by DJFelix Indahouse, Fashion Show by Erica G, Silent Auction, Raffles and much more.

: Photo: Don Shepherd XOPIXO Photography

Upcoming Events to Consider

In the next few weeks, Panache Vue’ is proud to sponsor the following local events and we hope to see you there!
April 21 – Margaritaville in the Tropics to benefit All Children’s Hospital at Nielsen in Oldsmar
April 22 – Golfing for Heroes at Countryside Countryclub
April 26 – Dining Out For Life, Dine Out. Fight AIDS. For a list of participating restaurants or to volunteer, visit www.DiningOutForLife.com/TampaBay
April 29 – Blooming Place for Kids Luau at Besa Del Sol Resort in Dunedin

Karyn Anjali

Filed Under: 2012, 2012, April 2012 - South Tampa, April 2012 – Tampa Bay, Buzz Stop, Events, South Tampa, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Bacchus Event Solutions Foundation, Bacchus’ Knockout Black & Blue Cocktail Party, Event, Events, Features, Festival of Speed, Karyn Anjali, Living Legends Boxing Club, Luxury Lifestyle Jet Port, South Tampa, Tampa, Tampa Bay

Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

February 22, 2012 By Karyn Anjali 38 Comments

Photos: Michael Blitch

Upcoming Events to Consider

The Tampa Museum of Art presents Worlds Apart: Myth & History, Gods & Mortals, Heroes & Hybrids form February 12th to the 15th.

The Florida Orchestra and The Studio@620 present the third season of “An Intimate Collaboration” on February 15th, March 14th and May 9th.

3rd Annual India International Film Festival of Tampa Bay will be held from February 17th to the 19th at Channelside Cinemas.

Don’t miss your chance to mingle with local and national celebrities at the 30th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic, Stars and Pars Gala and Auction on February 25th. Funds will benefit The Children’s Home, Inc.

Karyn Anjali

Filed Under: 2012, 2012, Buzz Stop, Events, February 2012 - South Tampa, February 2012 – Tampa Bay, South Tampa, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Event, Events, Features, Karyn Anjali, Redefining Masquerade, South Tampa, Tampa, Tampa Bay

Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

January 22, 2012 By Karyn Anjali 36 Comments

13 Ugly Men's 16th Annual Get Roasted - Thanksgiving Eve

Photos: Michael Blitch

13 Ugly Men’s 16th Annual
Get Roasted Thanksgiving Eve

The 13th Ugly Men are known for their parties in support of charity and this was no exception. Tampa Bay residents were out enjoying this Even of Thanksgiving in full force.

Buzz Stop - 2012-01-ST - Morsani College of Medicine - USF

Photos: Michael Blitch

Photos: Michael Blitch

A New Era in Healthcare,
The Morsani College of Medicine at USF

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine was named in recognition of a contribution by Frank and Carol Morsani of $37 million to USF Health of the total $43 million they have given to the university.

Upcoming Events to Consider

The Tampa Museum of Art presents Worlds Apart: Myth & History, Gods & Mortals, Heroes & Hybrids form February 12th to the 15th.

The Florida Orchestra and The Studio@620 present the third season of “An Intimate Collaboration” on February 15th, March 14th and May 9th.

3rd Annual India International Film Festival of Tampa Bay will be held from February 17th to the 19th at Channelside Cinemas.

Karyn Anjali

Filed Under: 2012, 2012, Buzz Stop, Culture & Arts, Events, January 2012 - South Tampa, January 2012 – Tampa Bay, South Tampa, Tampa Bay Tagged With: 13 Ugly Men, Event, Events, Features, Karyn Anjali, Morsani College of Medicine, South Tampa, Tampa, Tampa Bay

Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

December 14, 2011 By Karyn Anjali 19 Comments

Buzz Stop - 2011-12

Another year is coming to an end! It’s that time once again to eat, drink and be merry with lots of things to do while buzzing in and around Tampa Bay. A traditional holiday season must, The Nutcracker, will again take center stage at Carol Morsani Hall at David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts from December 16th thru the 18th. This classic holiday favorite will have international guest artists performing with the awardwinning dancers of Next Generation Ballet. Visit: www.StrazCenter.org

Keeping in the spirit of the season, experience an old-fashioned Victorian Christmas Stroll of the former 1891 Tampa Bay Hotel with its Grand Hallway, 14 exhibit rooms and other decorated areas. This year’s theme includes whimsical teacups, antique toys and ringing bells with costumed carolers singing from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol along for the visit. This runs from December 1st to 23rd, 10:00 am to 8:00 pm daily. Proceeds fund museum restoration and preservation projects. Visit: www.PlantMuseum.com

On December 18th, offer your support to the Interbay-Glover YMCA’s Great Amazing Race. Teams of two will race around a 1-mile cross country course that includes games, relays, obstacle courses and more. Visit: www.GreatAmazingRace.com

Lisa Casalino’s 2nd Annual Caroling in the Park is scheduled for December 19th to celebrate the holiday cheer through song at Hyde Park Village from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Visit: www.LisaCasalino.com

The Holiday Lighted Boat Parade can be viewed from Channelside, the SS American Victory Ship, Davis Islands, Harbor Island and the Convention Center on December 23rd at 6:30 pm. Decorated boats bring holiday cheer as they sale around Davis Island, Harbor Island and through Garrison Channel.

Ring in the New Year at The Rooftop Eve party on December 31st at Timpano’s Italian Chop House. There will be a number of luxury amenities including private cabanas, engraved metal tickets, live models and live music. Visit: www.TimpanoChopHouse.net

The 142nd Ringling Brothers & Barnum and Bailey Circus’ “Greatest Show on Earth” will be rolling into town on January 4th thru 8th at the St. Pete Times Forum. This year’s theme is Dragons in honor of The Year of the Dragon and uses a mix of renowned spiritual and real life legends with superhuman stunts, the world-famous clown alley and lots of animals. Visit: www.Ringling.com

We hope to see you soon!

Karyn Anjali

Filed Under: 2011, 2011, Buzz Stop, Culture & Arts, December 2011 - South Tampa, December 2011 – Tampa Bay, Events, Philanthropy, South Tampa, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Boat Parade, Channelside, Christmas, Event, Events, Features, Holiday, Karyn Anjali, Lisa Casalino, South Tampa, Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Tampa, YMCA

Fierce Flair for Fashion

November 15, 2011 By Tom Castaneda 23 Comments

Celebrating Tampa Bay Fashion Week

There’s no need to travel to Miami or New York City to discover exceptionally haute fashions. This year’s Tampa Bay Fashion Week proved there’s a plethora of dazzling designers right here in Central Florida. And, they’re putting the area’s sensational style on the map!

During this year’s week of high style happenings in September, Tampa Bay fashionistas had the opportunity to celebrate the region’s unique design spirit at a series of events, including a phenomenal exhibition of vintage designs and a swanky soiree that helped shine a spotlight on the region’s best local fashion designers, artists and restaurants.

The week culminated with a night of high-energy runway shows featuring the chic Spring/Summer 2012 collections from nine of Tampa Bay’s brightest design stars, including Terri Funaro, Kimberly Hendrix and Audrey “Pat” McGhee.

“It was a great experience,” professes Dali Hernandez, a rising star who participated in her first Tampa Bay Fashion Week. “There was a lot of media exposure, as well as incredible photo shoots and fashion challenges. It was wonderful!”

Held at Palm Harbor’s Innisbrook Golf & Spa Resort, the two-hour fete featured everything from stunning swimsuits to glamtastic gowns. Standouts included Hernandez’s show-stopping “Golden Girl” collection and Funaro’s oh-so-creamy cluster of elegantly refined clothing.

“Whether you’re going to the beach, a club or a catered affair, Tampa Bay has plenty of talented designers with fresh ideas and their own distinct style,” asserts Funaro, who admits she’s already started thinking about next year’s Fashion Week. “It’s good to come together, swap stories and share experiences while promoting what this area has to offer.”

By the looks of the nine dazzling and diverse collections displayed at this year’s runway event, there’s no denying that Tampa Bay is truly a fashion force with plenty of talent and style to meet your every style need.

For the complete list of designers and more information on this year’s events, visit www.FashionWeekTampaBay.com. Photos courtesy of Anne Phillips Photography.

Tom Castañeda

Tom Castañeda is a creative writer, blogger, and award-winning broadcast journalist who has worked at Architectural Digest, In Touch Weekly, and Latina – a fashion, beauty, and lifestyle magazine for today’s bi-cultural Latina woman. Throughout his career in publishing, Tom has planned and executed numerous celebrity, fashion, and beauty programs throughout the country, including fashion shows, and shopping events for brands like Bloomingdale’s, Chanel, Mikimoto, David Yurman, Givenchy, Armani Fragrances, Macy’s, Southpole Collection, and more. Additionally, Tom has drawn on his strong journalism background to create various print, online, and video reports on various subjects, including fashion and beauty.

Filed Under: 2011, 2011, Events, November 2011 - South Tampa, November 2011 – Tampa Bay, South Tampa, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Events, Fashion, Fashion Show, Fashion Week, Features, South Tampa, Tampa, Tampa Bay, Tom Castañeda

Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

November 15, 2011 By Karyn Anjali 17 Comments

Photo: Michael Blitch

What’s the buzz? Tell me what’s a-happening… from Jesus Christ Superstar is the song of choice as we tell you about just a few of the things happening in and around Tampa Bay.

Sanding Ovations Master Sand Sculpting Competition and Music Festival from November 17th to 20th will be held at the Bilmar Beach Resort on Treasure Island. There are lots of great bands performing to entertain spectators while the master sand sculptors spend hours to create works of art. Visit: MyTreasureIsland.org

Right around the corner, plan on attending the coolest outdoor party in The Bay, Chillounge Night at Straub Park on November 19th. 5 trucks of beautiful furniture will help to transform Rainer Scheer’s vision into a magnificent lounge. This year’s event supports Creative Clay and The Woodson Museum. In its’ fourth year, this event promises to be bigger and better with Phoebe Vecchioni’s Samba Team performing an authentic Brazilian style samba and Mustang providing two very special pool tables for the VIP area. Visit: ChilloungeNight.com

Elmo’s Super Heroes zooms into Tampa on November 29th and 30th. Join Elmo, Zoe, Abby Cadabby, Telly Monster and Zoe’s pet rock Rocco for Sesame Street Live’s fantastic musical production at the St. Pete Times Forum. Visit: SesameStreetLive.com

Lowry Park Zoo is where the Red Ribbon Run takes place on December 1st which is World AIDS Day. You can have a team or just run as an individual. Walk, run or “virtually run” to help others in need. Visit: TampaBayRedRibbonRun.org

Enjoy another of The Florida Orchestra’s Masterworks Series with Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 21. Award-winning Austrian pianist Cornelia Herrmann performs Mozart’s sunny and buoyant Piano Concerto No. 21 on a program with Haydn’s La fedelta premiata overture and Bruckner’s monumental Symphony No. 3 from December 2nd until the 4th. Visit: FloridaOrchestra.org

Miniature Train Rides are available for kids of all ages on December 4th at Largo Central Railroad. It is free to ride with donations for train maintenance appreciated.

On December 6th, The Rising Tide of Hate in America, Talk by Heidi Beirich, Director of Research for the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) will be held at the Florida Holocaust Museum. The event is free to FHM Members or $9 general admission to non-members. Visit: FLHolocaustMuseum.org

Why should you want to know? Don’t you mind about the future? Don’t you try to think ahead?
We hope to see you soon!

Karyn Anjali

Filed Under: 2011, 2011, Buzz Stop, Culture & Arts, November 2011 - South Tampa, November 2011 – Tampa Bay, Philanthropy, South Tampa, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Chillounge Night, Event, Events, Fashion, Features, Florida Holocaust Museum, Florida Orchestra, Fundraiser, Largo, Largo Central Railroad, Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, Lowry Park Zoo, Music Festival, Philanthropy, Red Ribbon Run, Sand Sculpting, Sesame Street Live, South Tampa, St. Petersburg, Straub Park, Tampa, Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay's Dancing With The Stars, Tarpon Springs, Treasure Island, World AIDS Day

Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

October 14, 2011 By Karyn Anjali 18 Comments

Buzz Stop - October 2011 Would you believe me when I tell you. You are queen of my heart. Can you feel my love buzz. – Nirvana. The cooler weather is taking me back to those “Nirvana” happy days when we in Tampa Bay enjoy football, baseball and hockey. Most of all, the start of Fall makes for great times with lots of do around town.

First, we must give kudos to Julie Weintraub’s, Hands Across The Bay, whose Tampa Bay’s Dancing with the Stars ~ Broadway Edition on October 1st was in her own words, “The best DWTS ever!” The dancing was incredible and “celebrities” around Tampa Bay set the bar high but Sarah Jon Porreca rocked the stage and took home the trophy. An amazing night was enjoyed by many. Visit: DancingForCharity.com

Looking for a great family trip… consider a visit to The Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art on the Tarpon Springs Campus of St. Petersburg College. The Museum’s 20th century collection is made up of art from Abraham Rattner’s estate donated by Allen and Isabelle Leepa and a large donation made by the Tampa Museum of Art in 1997. The largest collection in the world of Rattner’s work includes retrospective works: lithographs, tapestries, sculptures, paintings and stained glass. Visit: SPCollege.edu/Central/Museum

The Florida Holocaust Museum will have an Opening Reception & Panel Discussion on October 22nd. Join them for a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception and panel discussion focused on the concepts explored in the new exhibition, Beyond Swastika & Jim Crow: Jewish Refugee Scholars at Black Universities. The exhibition runs through January 21st, 2012. Visit: FLHolocaustMuseum.org

I Can Do It! 2011 – Tampa will be host to some amazing authors at a weekend retreat from November 11 to November 13 at the Tampa Convention Center. Featured speakers include: Colette Baron-Reid, Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Caroline Myss, Dr. Christiane Northrup, Debbie Ford and many more. Visit: HayHouse.com

For the fourth year, Rainer Scheer will host the coolest outdoor party in The Bay with his Chillounge Night and St. Petersburg will be one to outdo all the rest. On November 19th, 5 trucks of beautiful lounge furniture will help to transform Straub Park into a magnificent lounge in support of Creative Clay and The Woodson Museum. Phoebe Vecchioni’s Samba Team will perform an authentic Brazilian style samba and Mustang is providing two very special pool tables for the VIP area. Visit: ChilLoungeNight.com

The One & Only Frank Sinatra’s music will be resonating through Tampa Bay’s performing arts centers from November 25th through the 2th with the Florida Orchestra performing a tribute to his velvet voice and the dance band sounds of Tommy Dorsey with signature hits as Come Fly with Me, The Best is Yet to Come, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, Fly Me to the Moon, I’ve Got the World on a String and New York, New York. Visit: FloridaOrchestra.org

Can you feel my love buzz? We hope to see you soon!

Karyn Anjali

Filed Under: 2011, 2011, Buzz Stop, Culture & Arts, Events, October 2011 - South Tampa, October 2011 – Tampa Bay, Philanthropy, South Tampa, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Chillounge Night, Event, Events, Fashion, Features, Florida Holocaust Museum, Florida Orchestra, Fundraiser, Hands Across the Bay, Julie Weintraub, Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art, Philanthropy, South Tampa, St. Petersburg, Tampa, Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay's Dancing With The Stars, Tarpon Springs

Buzz Stop – In and Around Tampa Bay

September 18, 2011 By Karyn Anjali 26 Comments

With “those lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer” almost behind us and the kids back in school, Tampa Bay is still abuzz with great events that not only keep you occupied but raise funds for local charities. Enjoying yourself while supporting our community – the best type of fun to be had by all!

Fashionistas enjoy Tampa Bay Fashion Week from September 20th to the 24th featuring Spring/Summer 2012 Collections while celebrating Tampa Bay’s unique style. Talented fashion and accessory designers showcase their work for local, regional and national retail buyers, boutique owners and consumers. Experience the latest and greatest fashion trends, style tips, industry news and fashionable things around town and beyond! Visit: FashionWeekTampaBay.com

Legendary songwriter and lyricist, best known for his work with Elton John, Bernie Taupin’s Exhibit: “Beyond Words” will be at Michael Murphy Gallery beginning on September 24th with a special appearance by the artist himself on October 1st and 2nd. The exhibit features contemporary works that appeal to intellect and emotion. Rich in color and expression, the pieces are a cryptic social commentary captured in multi-media form. Visit: MichaelMurphyGallery.com

Watch local celebrities dance the night away at Tampa Bay’s Dancing with the Stars ~ Broadway Edition on October 1st. This amazing presentation of talent is hosted by Julie Weintraub’s Hands Across The Bay. Entertain yourself while supporting programs, organizations and individuals whose objectives and efforts are dedicated to improving the quality of life in Tampa Bay. Come watch sports personalities, fitness competitors, Doctors and others tear up the dance floor with instruction from the Fred Astaire Dance Studios. Visit: DancingForCharity.com On Friday, October 14th, spend the day on the golf course at East Lake Woodlands Country Club and “Play for Care” at the 3rd Annual Gulf Coast Dental Outreach Classic. Founded in 2007, the organization helps hundreds of low-income adults afford quality dental care through education, prevention and treatment of disease, focusing on Pinellas, Pasco and Hillsborough Counties in Florida. Visit: GulfcoastDentalOutreach.org

Also beginning on October 14th through 16th, the Florida Orchestra’s Masterworks Series presents Carmina Burana, an intoxicating powerhouse of a piece for over 200 instrumentalists and voices on a program with Mozart’s Abduction from the Seraglio Overture and Haydn’s Symphony No. 100, Military. Mixing monk-like chant, angelic arias, writhing rhythms, raucous lyrics and raw visceral power… it is an experience. Or, picnic under the stars with your Florida Orchestra offering a fun mix of familiar symphonic and pop favorites on October 22nd at Vinoy Park. Be sure to bring plenty of canned goods with you in support of this free event for Tampa Bay Harvest’s annual food drive! Visit: FloridaOrchestra.org

“Slip into your stilettos for the soul-ful return” of the Signature Event, Wine, Women & Shoes benefiting the Children’s Dream Fund on October 27th at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts. Sip world-class wines, shop the latest fashions in the Boutique, support your sole sisters on the runway, schmooze with charming sole men, bid on one-ofa-kind items in the Live Auction or win your dream closet in the Key to the Closet raffles – “Give a girl the right shoes, and she can conquer the world.” — Marilyn Monroe. Visit: WineWomenAndShoes.com/TampaBay

Karyn Anjali

Filed Under: 2011, 2011, Buzz Stop, Culture & Arts, Events, Philanthropy, September 2011 - South Tampa, September 2011 – Tampa Bay, September/October 2011 - Tampa Bay, South Tampa, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Bernie Taupin, Event, Events, Fashion, Features, Florida Orchestra, Fundraiser, Gulf Coast Dental Outreach, Michael Murphy, Michael Murphy Gallery, Philanthropy, South Tampa, Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Tampa, Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Fashion Week, Wine Women and Shoes

Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin Presents – The 48th Annual Art Harvest

September 18, 2011 By Nina Stanley 763 Comments

Paintings by Herbert Scott Davis

The 48th annual Art Harvest will take place on Saturday and Sunday, November 5 and 6 at Highlander Park in Dunedin. Art Harvest is a fine art festival featuring over 200 artists from around the country, produced by the Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin, Inc.

This year’s Featured Artist is Herbert Scott Davis. He was born in Tampa Florida in 1961 and raised in Ybor City. The neighborhood mixed with culture and art, and rich in color, texture and style helped spark his artistic interest. Herbert earned his Marketing and Design degree at the Art Institute of Ft. Lauderdale. Upon returning to Tampa he began a career in advertising, working as a freelance illustrator for many local agencies. As computer technology began to change the advertising industry, Herbert began to shift his interest towards fine art, his first love.

His pastels have a level of uniqueness that is not often seen in the art world today. Created only with overlapping line work, they expose the simple nuances of the human figure in glowing tones of flowing color. His acrylic paintings are rich with texture and color that invite the viewer to reach out and touch the artwork. “This inter-action with the art is a welcome site” the artist says.

Art Harvest admission is free. Parking is $5 at Highlander Park and $3 at the nearby Dunedin High School with an approx. ½ mile walk or free shuttle service to Highlander Park provided by Morton Plant Mease. There are food and beverage vendors on site, as well as a children’s tent with art projects provided for supervised children.

Sponsors to date include: Publix Super Market Charities, Bright House Networks, St. Petersburg Times, Panache Vue’ Magazine, Tampa Bay Magazine, Morton Plant Mease, ClearChannel and T Rowe Price. For more information, call the Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin’s Headquarters at 727-738-5523.

Celebrating over 60 years in Pinellas County, the Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin has raised over 1.5 million dollars and contributed more than 1 million volunteer hours to the community. All proceeds from this event are reinvested into the community and have helped fund notable projects such as the Dunedin Fine Arts Center, UPARC Foundation, The Rick Pitino High Point Center, and the F.U.N. Bus, which has provided field trip transportation for over 50,000 area public school children. Currently, the League’s focus is on public awareness and support of the foster care system and the aging out of 13-22 year old children in Pinellas and Pasco Counties.

JLCD Office Number 727-738-5523
Sponsorship Opportunities available Contact
Courtney Pagliari 727-459-6509
Website

Filed Under: 2011, 2011, Culture & Arts, Events, North Pinellas / Pasco, Philanthropy, September/October 2011 - North Pinellas/Pasco, September/October 2011 - Tampa Bay, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Art, Art Harvest, Artist, Charity, Clearwater, Dunedin, Event, Events, Festival, Herbert Scott Davis, Junior League of Clearwater-Dunedin, Philanthropy, Tampa, Tampa Bay, Ybor City

Florida Holocaust Museum

January 15, 2011 By Nina Stanley 263 Comments

Richard Notkin - Heart Teapot

The Museum is dedicated to teaching members of all races and cultures to recognize the inherent worth and dignity of human life in order to prevent future genocides.

The Museum is proud to be a leading force for change in the community, and in the world. Through education and human rights awareness programming, the Museum strives to eliminate prejudice, racism and intolerance.

The Museum is located in the heart of the St. Petersburg museum and arts district. At the core of the permanent exhibit is a boxcar, in its original condition, used in Poland during World War ll to transport innocent Jews to concentration camps. It serves as a reminder, and it inspires visitors to learn from the past in order to be an upstander today.

Today the FHM is one of the largest Holocaustmuseums in the country and aspires tobe the foremost institution for Holocaust andGenocide Awareness Studies.

For the first time ever the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA) is coming to the Tampa/St. Petersburg area. In support of NCECA, the Florida Holocaust Museum will present an outstanding exhibition:

Peace/War, Survival/Extinction: An Artist’s Plea for Sanity
On view March 11, 2011 – May 30, 2011

The exhibition consists of artwork by ceramic sculptor Richard Notkin including finely-crafted teapots, a tile-mural, an installation and other objects. In his symbol-rich sculptures, Notkin provides a social commentary on the human condition, war, and man’s inhumanity to man while embracing a strong visual aesthetic. A centerpiece of the exhibition is a large installation titled, Legacy, where he mounds over 1000 ceramic ears of different sizes on the floor. The piling of the ears makes reference to the piles of hair, eyeglasses, shoes and bodies which were found at the liberation of Nazi concentration camps in 1945. According to the artist, Legacy explores issues such as the ear as “listener to the outside world, cycles of life and death, evolution and survival.”

Opening Reception
Saturday, March 19, 2011, 7 pm

The evening includes the opportunity to meet the artist, Richard Notkin, and view the exhibition. Wine and light hors d’oeuvres will be served. Cost to attend: Free for Museum members; $9 for guests. Guest admission may be applied to Museum membership during the evening.

Please call 727-820-0100, ext. 236 to make your reservation.

The Florida Holocaust Museum honors the memory of millions of innocent men, women and children who suffered or died in the Holocaust. The Museum is dedicated to teaching members of all races and cultures to recognize the inherent worth and dignity of human life in order to prevent future genocides.

Filed Under: 2011, 2011, Culture & Arts, Events, January/February 2011 - North Pinellas/Pasco, January/February 2011 - Tampa Bay, North Pinellas / Pasco, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Art, Artist, Events, Features, Florida Holocaust Museum, Museum, Richard Notkin, St. Petersburg, Tampa, Tampa Bay

Kyanna’s Bandanna BBQ Bash was A Huge Success!

January 15, 2011 By Nina Stanley 279 Comments

Dr. Carl Conforti and the Olampo Family

On December 5th, 2010, Conforti Chiropractic and Wellness, Inc. in combination with Panache Vue’ Magazine and Born to Ride Magazine held Kyanna’s BBQ Bash to benefit a localfamily with a very special little girl. Kyanna Olampo was diagnosed with leukemia and is currently undergoing treatment to eliminate the disease. Her mother and father along with her sister Bekah and her brother Donovan are holding her hand as this little girl puts up a big fight. At the event, there was great food, live music from the Black Honkeys, raffle prizes, games, a live auction, and a whole lot of people with huge hearts. Through the event Conforti Chiropractic raised over $10,000 for the Olampo family to help them with their fight. The Olampo family was there with their friends and family, and the guest of honor, Kyanna. As we wrap up the holiday season, it is with great pleasure that Conforti Chiropractic and our sponsors were able to kick the New Year off right for such a deserving family. For more information or to make a donation please call 813-818-7499.

Thank you to all our sponsors: Conforti Chiropractic and Wellness, Inc., Panache Vue’ Magazine, Born to Ride Magazine, JB Edwards, Coach Carlson Field of Dreams, The Black Honkeys, Lisa Sibley Photography, Disparti Law Group, Jonathan Palma of Palma Law Group, Att. Joseph Porcelli, Capt. Jimmy Bennett, Capt. Stewart Ames, United Site Services, Dr. Larry Lieberman, LaPosh Salon, Flamestone Grill, Daddy’s Grill, Peggy O’Neills, Chili’s of Oldsmar and Mitchell Ranch, Dr. Hank Insko, Chick–fil–A, International Academy of Design and Technology, Gold & Diamond Source, Roxanne Connor, Lenny’s Restaurant, Riley Group, Gary Connors of Your Auction, Inc., Fairway Pizza, Ozona Blue, Thirsty Marlin, Snookers Grill, Central Park Family Restaurant of NPR and Tampa, Master Purveyors, and Ottomanelli Wholesale Meats. A special thank you goes out to the patients of our Oldsmar, Trinity and Wesley Chapel locations and the Seven Springs Middle School Cheerleaders who donated thousands of dollars in Christmas gifts for the Olampo Family!

Filed Under: 2011, 2011, Events, January/February 2011 - North Pinellas/Pasco, January/February 2011 - Tampa Bay, North Pinellas / Pasco, Philanthropy, Tampa Bay Tagged With: Chiropractor, Dr. Carl Conforti, Events, Features, Philanthropy, Tampa, Tampa Bay

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