The Villa by Barton G. was aglow in purple light on Saturday night for the Kids Hear Now Foundation’s second charity gala. With six-foot centerpieces comprised of unique stone pots filled with roses, hydrangeas, and cherry blossoms (leave it to Barton!) atop golden brocade tablecloths- we can honestly say we’ve never seen the former Versace manse look more beautiful. The food wasn’t too shabby either: shrimp as big as your head, bone-in filet and a dessert bar right out of the Hansel and Gretel fairy tale. Among the highlights of the evening was the touching video of the foundation’s success stories, the soundtrack of which guests listened to via state-of-the-art Bang & Olufsen headsets which they later got to take home (not bad for a parting gift, huh?). Lucky guests were also given an authentic, limited edition Versace plate. Another highlight was a unique performance by a capella group, Naturally 7, which employs “vocal play,” in which instrumental sounds are made using only their voices- which sound exactly like a full band (remember the guy in the Police Academy movies?). In all, $750, 000 dollars was raised for the cochlear implant charity- which provides surgery to deaf children, enabling them to hear right away- hence the name: Kids Hear “NOW!” This wonderful fundraising effort adds to the already generous 5 million dollar donation which the Barton G. Kids Hear Now Foundation has committed to establishing the Barton G. Kids Hear Now Cochlear Implant Family Resource Center.
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new RX Pool Party where the genetically blessed sip on Pink Elephant cocktails while listening to ear candy by DJ Justin Sheppard before taking a dip in the rooftop pool. After a power nap it’s time for dinner at Miami’s sexiest steakhouse STK where Miami’s finest rub elbows with celebs like Fergie, Josh Duhamel, Adam Sandler and Jenny McCarthy. Had a few too many Lil Big Macs? Dance them off next door at Coco de Ville, the small and intimate lounge makes you feel as if you were in your own living room…where dancing on couches IS encouraged! All this fun can be yours at 2377 Collins Avenue.
Lucy and Ethel, Laverne and Shirley, Sam and Iran: they’re stylish, they’re fun and they’re everywhere! In a word, to quote Iran’s raspy, trademark expression: “FABULOUS!” Because we love them, and we love the people who love them, we suggest you head to Cafeina on Thursday, April 29 for the 3rd installment of the “People We Love” party series, honoring Miami’s tastemakers, influencers and philanthropists. Sam Robin is Miami’s “Queen of Design,” who earned top honors from DCOTA this year and Iran Issa Khan is a celebrated photographer, artist and columnist. Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres by our favorite executive chef Guily Booth along with complimentary cocktails from 9 – 11 p.m. International mash-up master and “People We Love” resident DJ Joe Dert will keep you dancing. So whether you already love or have yet to meet Sam and Iran- head to Cafeina on Thursday. RSVP to 
The AMG Miami Beach Polo World Cup tournaments took place this past weekend on the sands outside of the Setai Hotel. AMG, the performance brand of Mercedes-Benz, also supported two of the polo teams including the AMG women’s team lead by Sunny Hale, considered to the best female polo player today, and the 2nd place finishing AMG men’s team led by Michael Liss and teammates Nacho Figueras, whom we’ve nicknamed “Ultimate Nacho” and Pelon Escopite. 
