Edgar Degas, French, 1834–1917. Group of Dancers (Groupe de danseuses), c. 1900. Oil pastel on paper, 22 3/4 x 16 1/8 in. (57.8 x 41 cm). BF121. Photo: © 2012 The Barnes Foundation

Courtesy of The Barnes Foundation:

Assembled by Dr. Albert C. Barnes between 1912 and 1951, the Barnes collection is renowned as one of the finest holdings of Post-Impressionist and early Modern paintings in the world. The collection also includes important examples of African sculpture, early twentieth-century American painting, Pennsylvania German decorative arts, Native American ceramics, old master paintings, as well as metalwork, jewelry, textiles, and antiquities.

Among its major holdings are: 181 works by Pierre-Auguste Renoir (the largest single group of the artist’s paintings); 69 works by Paul Cézanne; important paintings by Vincent Van Gogh and Georges Seurat; 59 works by Henri Matisse; 46 works by Pablo Picasso; 16 works by Amedeo Modigliani; 125 African sculptures, masks and tools.

Not To Be Missed: William Glackens
November 8, 2014–February 2, 2015

A Philadelphia native, Glackens (1870–1938) studied at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. There, and as an artist for the Philadelphia Press, he became friends with Robert Henri, George Luks, Everett Shinn, and John Sloan, the core of the group that later formed “The Eight” in reaction to the National Academy of Design’s hidebound exhibition policies. The group exhibited together only once, in 1908, creating the opening wedge in the struggle to democratize the process by which artists could show and sell their work. Read the rest of this entry »

By: Maryanne Salvat 

660 at The Angler’s October Prix Fixe Menu

Nestled among lush greenery and just steps away from bustling Collins Avenue, 660 at The Angler’s offers a garden oasis to enjoy a dinner or a cocktail. The restaurant’s serene landscape is an ideal escape for couples seeking an intimate dining experience or a quaint retreat for friends gathering for a bite. The cuisine is led by Chef Matthew Medrano, offering a 3 course October Prix Fixe menu for $39. 660 at The Angler also features happy hour and its popular Eat. Drink. Lounge. every Wednesday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. featuring a different, international theme every week and including cocktail and food specials along with live musical entertainment on par with the evening’s theme. The usual happy hour will still be in effect during these hours which include $6 tapas, cocktails and $4 beers; for more information visit www.theanglersresort.com or call 305.534.9600.

The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® 

On Saturday, October 18, from 6:00 a.m. to 11 a.m., The Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure® will celebrate its 19th anniversary in Miami. Each year, the local Affiliate invites supporters, survivors and those in need to join them in a day of celebration. Last year, the event welcomed 16,000 in attendance and raised $1.325 million. Susan G. Komen® Miami/Ft. Lauderdale is dedicated to combating breast cancer at every front. Seventy-five percent of the Affiliate’s net income goes toward funding grants to local hospitals and community organizations that provide breast health education and breast cancer screening and treatment programs for uninsured, medically underserved women in Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. The remaining twenty-five percent supports the national Komen Grants Program, which funds groundbreaking breast cancer research, meritorious awards and educational and scientific programs around the world. Registration is now open and participant fees range from $10 to $45. Proceeds of the event will benefit Susan G. Komen® Miami/Ft. Lauderdale. Visit: www.komenmiaftl.org/komen-race-for-the-cure/ for additional registration and Race details. For more information, call Madelyn Reus at 305-383-7116 x204 or email madelyn@komenmiaftl.org. NO HANDBAGS OR BOOKBAGS WILL BE ALLOWED AT THE RACE.

NINE and Peace Love World Team Up For Breast Cancer

NINE at Mary Brickell Village and Brickell Magazine have teamed up to host a poolside BBQ in support of the fight against women’s cancers on October 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Guests will meet at Grand Bay Beach Club, NINE’s private beach on Key Biscayne, for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and more. The festivities include a Fall Fashion Presentation by Peace Love World. The required attire for this event is pink. Cocktails will be supplied by Foss Marai Spumanti. Also NINE has vowed to donate $500 for each condo sold in the month of October to honor Breast Cancer Awareness month. RSVP Required: nine@taraink.com.

Ortanique on the Mile: Cooking with Chef Cindy Hutson

Ortanique on the Mile will be hosting its month cooking class on Saturday, October 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Guests will have the opportunity to learn the secrets behind Chef Cindy Hutson’ Cuisine of the Sun. Participants will get a chance to play chef as they learn how to prepare Cindy’s signature dishes: Loaded Baked Potato Bisque with Vande Rose Farms Bacon Lardoons and Cabot Clothbound Cheddar in Russet Cups; Cumin-and Coriander-Dusted Mahi-Mahi with Eggplant and Vine Ripe Tomato Sauté Slivered Garlic and Sambal Pepper Sauce; and Drunken Banana Fritters with Cinnamon Ice Cream. Each course will be complimented with champagne or wine. Guests will also be treated to a sneak peek into Cindy’s first cook book, expected to release in February 2015. The class is limited to 24 people and the cost is $108 per person.

The EDGE Charitable Foundation Celebrates “A Night in Casablanca”

The Early Development of Global Education (EDGE) Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, invites the South Florida community to their second annual Casino Night. The Hispanic Police Officers Association of Miami-Dade (HPOA) is the presenting sponsor of “A Night in Casablanca.” The themed event will be held on Saturday, October 18, at 7:00 p.m., at The Fairways on the Key – Crandon Park Golf Course. As of today, The EDGE Charitable Foundation has helped more than 20,000 children in the United States, Haiti, Jamaica, Kenya, Guatemala, India, Madagascar, Nicaragua and Puerto Rico. The organization raises funds to benefit children who are homeless, unaccompanied, and victims of human trafficking, domestic violence or victimized in any other way. The Casino Night’s lounge-style setting promises to become the EDGE Charitable Foundation’s humanitarian event of the year. CBS4 Miami reporter, MaryAnn Martinez, will be the Master of Ceremonies for this year’s gala which attracts a vibrant group of local business executives, community leaders and local celebrities. The evening will also feature two special celebrity guest hosts, Marysol Patton and Alexia Echevarria stars of Bravo Network’s hit reality show “Real Housewives of Miami”. If purchased in advance, tickets for the second annual Casino Night start at $75 per person and include an open bar, food, cocktails and $30 in chips. Tickets will cost $100 at the door and are limited to the first 500 players (must be 21 years of age). Winnings have no actual cash value but guests will receive prizes and raffle items. To purchase tickets for the event online, visit www.EventBrite.com and search “The EDGE Casino Night.” For more information on the EDGE Charitable Foundation, visit www.TheEdgeEducation.com. For sponsorship opportunities, email Mercy Hernandez at mercy@theedgeeducation.com or call 305.298.1763.

Gear Up for Spa Week

Spa Week® is back and the buzz is bigger than ever because the Fall 2014 Event marks 10 years of wellness for the iconic brand. From October 20 – 26, just in time to get fresh for fall, you can enjoy $50 treatments at the most exclusive and luxurious spa and wellness facilities across the country. Spas, fitness studios, weight-loss and nutrition centers will be offering full-service treatments regularly costing anywhere from $100 – $500 for just $50. Spa Week® has solidified its stance as the industry’s most successful Spa Marketing Event in history by allowing consumers to reap the benefits of a full spa experience at an affordable price. Just visit www.spaweek.com as early as possible to view the directory of spa and wellness participants and their $50 spa treatments. It is recommended that interested spa-goers book their appointments in advance in order to secure their desired treatment times.

Miami Women Who Rock

On Thursday, October 23, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Miami Women Who Rock (MWWR), a network of women and businesses that believe in giving back to the community by supporting health-related causes and initiatives, will host the inaugural “Fifty Shades of Pink” Awards Luncheon at the Coral Gables Country Club to honor 10 exceptional and diverse women for their strength, resilience, heart, compassion and commitment to their families and the Miami community. A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit The Women’s Breast Health Initiative, Florida Affiliate, an outreach organization that connects at-risk women with the early detection necessary to fight breast cancer and heart disease, and which was founded by one of MWWR’s 2014 notable honorees, Andrea Ivory. Miami Women Who Rock’s 2014 award recipients to be honored at the “Fifty Shades of Pink” Awards Luncheon include: Josie Romano Brown, Sofia Victoria de la Peña, Myrna Holbrook, Andrea Ivory, Irene Korge, Emily Marquez-Dulin, Phillis Oeters, Audrey S. Pinney, Cristina Ramirez, and Heather Woolery-Lloyd. Emmy-Award-Winning Journalist Jackie Nespral of NBC 6 will be the Mistress of Ceremonies. The event will also be led by MWWR’s “Rock Ambassador” Sylvie Jordan, an inspirational business woman, author, mother and friend. Each honoree will receive an award inspired by the mosaic work of local artist Jacki Gran. MWWR’s “Fifty Shades of Pink” Awards Luncheon will be held Thursday, October 23 at the Coral Gables Country Club at 11:30 a.m. To sponsor a table or purchase tickets, contact Gaea at Events By Gaea Garrity: 305.582.2924 or email info@miamiwomenwhorock.org; for more information visit http://miamiwomenwhorock.org/.

On Tuesday, 10/14, from 7:00-10:30pm, Chef Katsuya Uechi will host a Pop-Up Dinner at Katsuya at SLS South Beach. Diners will feast on a five-course family-style dinner prepared by Chef Katsuya and his talented culinary team. Price for the dinner is $75pp excluding tax + gratuity and reservations can be made via OpenTable. Katsuya by Starck is located at 1701 Collins Ave at the SLS South Beach Hotel. Telephone: 305. 455.2995.

SNL Cast Mates and Rag & Bone Limited Edition Tee Come Together for Key To The Cure

Will Ferrell, Ana Gasteyer, Vanessa Bayer, Cecily Strong and Colin Jost have been named as the EIF ambassadors for Saks Fifth Avenue’s 2014 Key To The Cure campaign, representing talent from Saturday Night Live’s past and current casts shot by famed SNL photographer Mary Ellen Matthews. Celebrated New York designers Marcus Wainwright and David Neville of rag & bone have created the limited-edition tee exclusively to benefit the campaign, which coincides with the Emmy Award-winning show’s 40^th Anniversary season.

Now in its 16th year, Key to the Cure has taken a new approach, offering a unisex tee for the first time. The shirt will retail for $35 at Saks Fifth Avenue stores and online at saks.com and saksoff5th.com. 100% of the proceeds from each shirt sold will be donated to  a nationally recognized cancer research facility (depending on the Saks location).

SNL cast mates will appear in a national public service announcement (PSA) wearing the rag & bone limited-edition tee. The Key to the Cure PSA will appear in major fashion and lifestyle magazines throughout the month of October.

Saks Fifth Avenue’s charity shopping weekend will take place Thursday through Sunday, October 16 to 19,at all Saks Fifth Avenue nationwide and on saks.com and saksoff5th.com.

Saks Fifth Avenue New York Flagship Store

In addition to the partnership for the annual Key to the Cure campaign, Saks Fifth Avenue will sell exclusive merchandise inspired by notable Saturday Night Live characters from seven New York designers. These items, curated by Saturday Night Live’s Emmy-nominated costume designer Tom Broecker, will be available in Saks Fifth Avenue’s New York flagship store and on saks.com during the Key To The Cure shopping weekend, October 16 to 19. The merchandise includes Mango’s shorts as interpreted by Alexander Wang, The Nerds outfit as interpreted by Alice + Olivia, a dress fit for The Californians as interpreted by Diane von Furstenberg, Spartans Cheerleading uniforms as interpreted by Elizabeth and James, hats fit for The Coneheads as interpreted by Eugenia Kim, Mary Katherine Gallagher’s school uniform as interpreted by rag & bone, and Gilly’s dress as interpreted by Suno.

Saks Fifth Avenue Key To The Cure Bal Harbour Florida 

Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour along with media partner Miami Magazine have partnered together for the charity shopping event of the season, Key To The Cure, benefiting Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Center beginning on October 16 through October 19. A celebration will be held on Wednesday, October 16, to kick-off this year’s event. Shoppers are invited to shop for a cause while sampling delectable bites from South Florida’s top restaurants. Tickets to the celebratory event are $25 per person. Proceeds from ticket sales and 2% of participating vendor sales from Saks Bal Harbour will be donated to Mount Sinai.

Saks Fifth Avenue Bala Cynwyd  Pennsylvania

Saks Fifth Avenue Bala Cynwyd, is hosting a preview party to kick off their annual Key to the Cure event. Guests will enjoy cocktails, light bites, music and a fashion show featuring notable doctors and women affected by breast cancer. A percent of the proceeds from sales made during the Key to the Cure promotion October 16 through 19 will be donated to Living Beyond Breast Cancer and Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania. Tickets for the event are $25 per person; for more information visit: www.lbbc.org.

By: Maryanne Salvat

Dress for Success 20th Anniversary Gangstas,Gals, and Glam Gala

On Saturday, October 11, Dress for Success Miami will be celebrating its 20th anniversary with an over-the-top “Gangstas, Gals and Glam” gala at the Rusty Pelican. Dress for Success Miami is excited to welcome Honorary Chairs Maritere and Jon Secada, as well as Honorary Chairwoman Star Jones. Emceeing the evening will be Local 10 news anchors Laurie Jennings and Calvin Hughes. “Honorary Gals” for the evening include CBS 4 entertainment reporter Lisa Petrillo, NBC 6 anchor Trina Robinson, actress, TV host and entrepreneur Adriana Cataño, and lifestyle director for Antena305.com, journalist and correspondent for CNN Español Paula Lamas. All proceeds benefit Dress for Success Miami. Tickets are $500 per person and sponsorship opportunities begin at $7,500. To purchase tickets, visit: http://dfsmiami20.eventbrite.com.

The Miami Rail

The Miami Rail is bringing the carnival of your dreams to Miami and it’s all in the name of art and culture. Miami’s leading nonprofit cultural publication is celebrating two years in existence with a bang that includes Shorty’s BBQ, cocktails, a mechanical bull and even a dunk tank! The party will take place in the garden of Nina Johnson-Milewski and Daniel Milewski’s home and goes from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 12. Tickets are $75 for a single and $125 for a couple and are tax deductible, purchase them online atmiamifoundation.org/givenow select ‘Miami Rail’ from the drop down menu and enter the amount of your purchase, make sure to follow the instructions all the way to confirmation. If you will be out of town but still want to support they can “sponsor a writer” and purchase a ticket for one of our contributing writers.

Miami International Film Festival Presents MIFFecito

Miami International Film Festival (MiamiFF), a program of Miami Dade College’s MDCulture, will be giving Miami an early “taste” of the Festival this year with MIFFecito, a film festival of international films from countries including Bhutan, Cuba, Italy, Mexico, Poland and Spain. The Festival will be taking place over four days (October 16 – 19), and will be held exclusively at the Tower Theater which has undergone renovations including wooden floors and new state-of-the-art screen/projector equipment. During MIFFecito, don’t expect the traditional popcorn and soda at the concession stand. Instead, look forward to classics such as Pastelitos, Croquetas de Jamon, Pressed Sandwiches and many more Cuban delights from the masters of Cuban food at Tinta Y Café. You will also be able to enjoy a cafecito during MIFFecito in many shapes, forms and sizes including cortaditos, coladas and of course café con leche. The owners of Tinta y Café will be partnering up with Las Tias, a vintage furniture shop, to transform the Tower Theater into a cozy café during MIFFecito. The pop-up café hours will run during movie times.

Mignonette Helps the Braman Family Breast Cancer Institute

For the entire month of October, Mignonette will be lending an oyster shucker to help raise funds for breast cancer research in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  The new Edgewater oyster bar is adding a special oyster to its eclectic menu, coined the “Danny’s Mom” oyster. For this fundraising effort, Mignonette teamed up with American Mussel Harvesters, who agreed to rename their beloved Umami oysters that they ship to Mignonette as “Danny’s Mom” oysters throughout October.    For every “Danny’s Mom” sold, Mignonette will donate $1 to the Braman Family Breast Cancer Institute at University of Miami Sylvester Cancer Center to help fund breast cancer research.

Miami Seaquarium Goes Pink for Breast Cancer

Miami Seaquarium will go pink this October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as it welcomes its guests with the opportunity to make a $5 contribution to the Susan G. Komen Miami/Ft. Lauderdale Affiliate and save 50 percent on general admission. The park also will encourage its visitors to get involved in other ways by transforming several park locations with the iconic pink color. The offer starts October 1^st and runs until October 31^st. To participate, guests may visit www.miamiseaquarium.com for a donation form. The 2014 Susan G. Komen Miami/Ft. Lauderdale Race For the Cure® will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Bayfront Park in Miami. For additional information on how to register or to volunteer, call 305. 383.7116 or visit www.komenmiaftl.org.

Miami Children’s Museum Not So Scary Family Halloween Bash

It’s the most spooktacular time of the year at the Miami Children’s Museum! The “Not So Scary Family Halloween Bash” will take place on Sunday, October 19 from 1:00 to 6:00 p.m. All the little ghosts and goblins are guaranteed to have a wonderful time Bash benefiting the Museum’s educational programs. Individual tickets to the “Not So Scary Halloween Bash” are just $40.00 for members and $50.00 for non-members. A Family Package for $200.00 is also available that includes 6 tickets.  For more information, to learn about sponsorship opportunities or to purchase tickets, visit www.miamichildrensmuseum.org/halloween or call 305.373.KIDS (5437), ext. 142.

Gear Up for Spa Week

Spa Week® is back and the buzz is bigger than ever because the Fall 2014 Event marks 10 years of wellness for the iconic brand. From October 20 – 26, just in time to get fresh for fall, you can enjoy $50 treatments at the most exclusive and luxurious spa and wellness facilities across the country. Spas, fitness studios, weight-loss and nutrition centers will be offering full-service treatments regularly costing anywhere from $100 – $500 for just $50. Spa Week® has solidified its stance as the industry’s most successful Spa Marketing Event in history by allowing consumers to reap the benefits of a full spa experience at an affordable price. Just visit www.spaweek.com as early as possible to view the directory of spa and wellness participants and their $50 spa treatments. It is recommended that interested spa-goers book their appointments in advance in order to secure their desired treatment times.

Pure Barre October Awareness 30 Day Challenge

Pure Barre Philadelphia, Pure Barre Main Line and Pure Barre South Jersey studios present the The Give Urself a Hand: 20 in 30 Challenge (20 classes for 30 days). During the month of October all three studios will allow new and current clients to purchase the special challenge packet for $200. 5% of every package sold will be donated to the Feel Your Boobies Foundation. The first 20 people to complete the challenge will receive an exclusive Pure Barre / Feel Your Boobies tank top. All participants will receive a complimentary boobies magnet. If 50 people complete the challenge, Pure Barre will donate an additional $1,000 to the foundation; if 100 people complete the challenge, Pure Barre will donate an additional $1,500; if 200 people complete the challenge Pure Barre will donate an additional $2,000! Sign up online at www.purebarre.com or at any of the studios.Pure Barre Philadelphia will freeze any currently running packages and/or auto-pays for current clients who would like to participate in the challenge. Online registration should be completed under “October Awareness 30 Day Challenge.”#purebarrephilly #feelyourboobies

Taste the Harvest at the 3rd Annual PHeaSt

The region’s rock-star growers and top-tier chefs will combine their talents for “PHeaSt,” the extraordinary garden-to-table celebration, on Friday, October 17, 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Navy Yard in South Philadelphia. The third annual PHeaSt, hosted by the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, brings together the region’s renowned chefs and urban growers for a unique party to benefit the PHS City Harvest program. The event has been a sell-out each year, as hundreds of Philly-area foodies come to sample amazing, new seasonal dishes by the culinary and gardening teams. PHeaSt transforms the PHS Warehouse at the Navy Yard, home to recycled props from the Philadelphia Flower Show, into an industrial-chic party setting. Guests are invited to roam from table to table to enjoy the garden-fresh dishes, chat with the chefs, and get gardening tips from the growers. New this year, the “Fruits of the Vine” wine pull will include more than 100 bottles of wine donated by individuals and Fine Wine & Good Spirits. The bottles are valued between $20 and $300 each. For $20, guests may try their luck and select one bottle in a wine bag. Tickets are on sale now. General admission tickets are $150 (PHS members $135). VIP tickets are $300 (PHS members $275) and include early admission at 6:00 p.m., a private culinary demo, and a special gift; For information, visit PHSonline.org.