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Trinidadian-American to serve on host committee to benefit cancer research

MIAMI BEACH – University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center will team up with Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour, and Ocean Drive magazine for Key to the Cure — a national shopping weekend to benefit women’s cancers, October 12 through October 15.

This year’s kick-off party will be held at Saks Fifth Avenue Bal Harbour on Thursday, October 12 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Entry donation of $30.00 and a percentage of sales from the shopping weekend will go directly to UM/Sylvester.

Philanthropist Irma Braman is Honorary Chair with Co-Chairs Kim Wood, Jeff Peck, and Alan Randolph. Carla Hill, Trinidadian-American and recent breast cancer survivor, will also be serving on the Host Committee.

Guests will enjoy complimentary cocktails by Grey Goose vodka, fabulous tastings from South Florida’s top restaurants and caterers. On board this year is A Joy Wallace Catering and Production Team, Americana at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, Social Miami at The Sagamore, China Grill, Tuscan Steak, Blue Door at Delano, Mena Catering, 1220 Restaurant, Nobu, Norman’s, The Forge, The Capital Grille, Gourmet Food and Services and many more.

Representation from the Ritz-Carlton Spa’s will be on hand to give relaxing services.

Entertainment will be provided by celebrity DJ’s Elaine Lancaster, DJ Hana, DJ Leah courtesy of Bobby Stoner and The Fifth along with the 14 pc Gold Coast Society Band.

Special thanks for the generous donation from the models at Runways The Talent Group, A Joy Wallace Catering and Production Team, Phoenix Packaging Group, smartwater and Mercedes Benz-USA.

Saks Fifth Avenue invites you to shop till you drop for a great cause with a percentage of sales benefiting University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer center.

Entry donation checks made out to: U/M Sylvester, Attention Jeanne Bonich 1550 NW 10th Avenue, Suite 200 Miami, FL. 33136 or for more information please call 305.243.2378 or 305.865.1100 ext. 5216.

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