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SUMMARY:The Wild About Kids Gala: Celebrating 80 Years
DESCRIPTION:For 80 years\, Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade has been a place where childhood memories are made\, dreams take flight and generations of young people discover just how bright their futures can be. \nOn Saturday\, Oct. 10\, the South Florida community is invited to celebrate The Wild About Kids Gala: Celebrating 80 Years\, held at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel. The signature event will honor the people\, programs and milestone moments that have shaped the organization’s remarkable legacy of empowering youth\, strengthening families and building great futures. \nFor eight decades\, Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade has been part of growing up in Miami-Dade\, helping children and teens explore and develop new interests while building lasting friendships. The Wild About Kids Gala will celebrate that legacy and the generations of young people whose lives have been shaped by the Club\, while helping ensure even more children have the opportunities and support they need to build great futures. \nProceeds from the evening will directly support programs across the nonprofit organization’s six Clubs\, including after-school care\, tutoring and homework assistance\, STEM\, educational enrichment\, college and career readiness\, financial literacy\, character and leadership development\, health and wellness\, arts\, sports and recreation and summer and winter camps. Together\, these opportunities give children and teens a welcoming place to learn\, explore their interests\, develop new skills and prepare for the future. \nThe black-tie celebration will begin with a cocktail reception at 6:30 p.m.\, followed by a three-course dinner in the Alhambra Ballroom. Guests will enjoy an exciting silent auction\, captivating live entertainment by acclaimed Latin soul artist Lucy Grau\, dancing and meaningful moments featuring the remarkable youth of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade.  \nThe event is chaired for the third and final year by longtime supporter and Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Executive Board Member Michelle Zubizarreta\, with fellow Board Member Olga Guilarte serving as Special Event Chair. The Host Committee includes Emely Gazitua\, Alina Guasch-Bezold\, Carolina Isusquiza\, Isabel Jettinghoff\, Board Chair Rodolfo “Rudy” Lleonart\, Lisa Mendelson\, Liana De Mena\, Yuni Navarro\, Kristina Perez Cubas\, Karen Rodriguez\, Allison and Andy Stuart and Meredith Virnig. \nSponsorship opportunities are available for $1\,500 and up. To purchase or learn more\, visit https://bit.ly/4uDzzCw or contact Rhia Hunter at (305) 446-9910 ext. 108 or rhunter@bgcmia.org. \nLink: https://bit.ly/4uDzzCw\nCost: $1\,500 and up\nLocation:\nLoews Coral Gables Hotel\n2950 Coconut Grove Drive\, Coral Gables\, FL 33134\nDate: Saturday\, Oct. 10\nTime: 6:30 p.m.
URL:https://fortlauderdalemagazine.com/event/the-wild-about-kids-gala-celebrating-80-years/
LOCATION:Loews Miami Beach Hotel\, 1601 Collins Ave\, Miami Beach\, FL\, 33139\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Boys &amp%3B Girls Club of Miami-Dade":MAILTO:bgc@dureeandcompany.com
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