Philanthropy abounds during traditional galas and tony winter events along Florida’s east coast. Whether you’re into golf, art, collector cars, comedy, furry friends, or fine food and wine, there’s always an important charity component to these beloved championships, festivals, shows and more. So, treat yourself to a day or night out while supporting your favorite local nonprofits.
The Players
The PGA Players Championship returns to TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach from March 8-13. Along with watching the amazing array of pro golfers, attendees will raise $40 million through its “Chip in For Youth” program. Guess the number of birdies for Birdies for Charity, while Birdies for the Brave benefits military home-front needs.
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Ponte Verde Beach is among the geographic jewels now represented by ONE Sotheby’s following its recent acquisition of First Coast SIR in Northeast Florida. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following link.
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Boca Raton Concours D’Elegance
Help the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County by coming out for the 15th annual Boca Raton Concours d’Elegance presented by Mercedes-Benz at the Boca Raton resort from February 25-27. The unique fundraiser features a gala dinner and performance by Howie Mandel before Sunday’s collectible car and motorcycle show including a pre-war Chrysler Imperial.
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Broward County spans the Atlantic Ocean and downtown Fort Lauderdale and its beaches to the Florida Everglades. The expansive area offers historic neighborhoods, luxury high rises and family-friendly gated communities with a choice of in-town and suburban lifestyles. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following links.
Las Olas Isles | Southwest Ranches | Victoria Park
amfAR Palm Beach
Known for star-studded affairs, amfAR hosts its inaugural Palm Beach benefit at a private home on March 5. Sly Stallone presents an award to Tommy Hilfiger, while Christina Aguilera and Parson James sing. The night includes a seated dinner and live auction of works by artists like Jose Alvarez, Jack Pierson and Joel Mesler (pictured).
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Paws & Claws Gala
Dust off your cowboy hat and boots for the Country Cats & Dogs Paws & Claws Gala for the Treasure Coast Humane Society. The fun evening takes place at Stuart’s Colab Kitchen on March 6. Enjoy farm-to-table fare, swank cocktails and live music while bidding at the interactive silent auction and live auction.
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The Treasure Coast encompasses Indian River, Martin and St. Lucie counties. Though named after a Spanish fleet lost at sea in the 18th century, today’s residents see gold in its beautiful beaches, old-fashioned downtowns and entrepreneurial elan. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following links.
Stuart | Vero Beach | Palm City
South Beach Wine & Food Festival
Celebrity chefs will descend here during the South Beach Wine & Food Festival from February 24-27. Make the rounds for tastings, feasts, the tents and talks all for F.I.U.’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. Bid on rare bottles, winery tours and glam dinners at the online auction through March 9.
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Spanning the southern tip of Miami Beach, South Beach is a globally recognized brand in itself. Beyond the sand and surf, it’s beloved for Art deco architecture, café culture and world-class arts. Fancy living here? Discover more local details and property listings with the following links.>
South Beach | South of Fifth
Kravis Center Gala
We could all use an escape, and who better to make it happen than Steve Martin and Martin Short? Following a cocktail reception, the iconic entertainers are tag-teaming the Kravis Center Gala on March 4. A lavish dinner follows in the ballroom. Make sure to break out your best black-tie attire.
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