South Florida 2023

Renovations

to increase home value

Personalization: We all want to make our home unique to our own character. However, when it comes time to sell, buyers want to envision themselves in the home, which can be difficult if the entire home is personalized to you. Avoid any personalization that is difficult to undo and stick to a nice universal outlook that speaks to everyone.

Landscaping: Just like with personalizing, it’s best to keep it simple. Some home buyers may love how elaborate your landscaping may look, but most of the time they’re considering the cost of upkeep or the difficulty of maintaining that look. A clean lawn with curb appeal is the best first impression to give to potential buyers.

Closet Space: Some of us are minimalist and can do with a larger room by sacrificing closet space, but most potential buyers value the importance of storage. Remember, buyers want to see themselves living in the home, and a lack of closet space might send them looking elsewhere.

Bold Paint: Freshly painted rooms are a great way to brighten up your home. There’s nothing wrong with bringing a little color into your home but keep in mind that buyers may not favor the same colors you do. Stick to keeping the colors subtle with small accents and focus more on neutral tones to appeal to potential buyers.

Trendy Designs: Barn doors and patterned tiles may look great to some buyers, but avoid trendy designs that might be outdated when you decide to sell. No matter how tempting the latest home design trend may be, the classic look is always the safest bet.

DIY Projects: Projects that you build yourself are great, but only when they’re done professionally. This is important to potential buyers so make sure if you’re going to do your own home project, that you do it exceptionally well. This also applies to repairs, quick cover ups will only get you so far. These sort of projects can either increase or decrease the value of your home so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding.

Long-Term Necessities: When it comes to renovations, keep in mind that not every buyer needs a built in office desk, or a workshop, or anything that may seem like a great idea to you. Tread carefully when adding permanent fixtures, not all buyers have the same vision as you when it comes to changes made. Make sure your room structures allow the flexibility for potential buyers to make their own changes.

Restaurants

CVI.CHE 105

Peruvian eatery with a hip, boisterous crowd, cocktails & ceviche & sleek space with eclectic art.

105 NE 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33132

Phone: (305) 577-3454 | Web: ceviche105.com

Amara at Paraiso

Upscale Latin fare is served in a chic dining room with a large deck overlooking Biscayne Bay.

3101 NE 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33137

Phone: (305) 676-9495 | Web: amaraatparaiso.com

Coconuts

Chill, beachy hangout on the Intracoastal dishing seafood & Sunday brunch while yachts cruise by.

429 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Phone: (954) 525-2421 | Web: coconutsfortlauderdale.com

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Lona Cocina Tequileria

Updated Mexican cuisine & tequila- & mezcal-based drinks served in a chic, oceanfront setting.

321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Rivertail

Easygoing destination with a terrace & a leafy ambiance offering global fish dishes, plus cocktails.

4 W Las Olas Blvd Ste. 120, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

Casablanca Cafe

Historic former residence with ocean views & MediterraneanAmerican plates, plus live piano music.

3049 Alhambra St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Crazy About You

An eclectic & budget-priced menu summons Spain, Italy & America at this stylish waterside bistro.

1155 Brickell Bay Dr #101, Miami, FL 33131

COTE Miami

Sleek Korean steakhouse offering premium beef cuts & veggies to grill at your table, plus cocktails. 3900 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137

Toro Toro

Upmarket Pan-Latin chophouse & bar offering steaks & cocktails at the Intercontinental Hotel. 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, FL 33131

Tinta

Chill brunch spot for sweet & savory plates with a Mexican twist, plus patio seating & ocean views.

321 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304

Big City Tavern

American fare & craft beer served in hopping, rustic digs with outdoor seats for peoplewatching.

609 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

JUL 4

Annual Independence Day Fireworks & Patriotic Concert

Bring your blankets and the family to enjoy sitting on the lush grass of Lummus Park for this annual tradition. Celebrate the holiday with some of your Favorite Broadway Selections and Patriotic Music including Tchaikovsky’s bombastic 1812 Overture, Armed Forces Salute, Stars and Stripes and more! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

Jul 22

Miami Salsa Festival

This event is not to be missed. Featuring El Gran Combo, Victor Manuelle, Grupo Nice, Oscar de Leon, Jerry Rivera, Wilfrido Vargas, Tony Vega, Franke Negron, & Ocho y Mas Band are bringing their Miami Salsa Festival to the Kaseya Center. Details at kaseyacenter.com.

AUG 17

Miami Beach Kizomba Festival

Excited to kick off the 9th year of MBKF! The Miami Beach Kizomba Festival (MBKF) aims to bridge the gap between Africa and the African diaspora by sharing the music, dance and culture of various African countries and encouraging cross-cultural understanding. Learn more at thembkf.com.

Aug 30

FilmGate Short Film Festival

FilmGate Miami is a non-profit organization with the goal to ensure the empowerment and growth of local creators and talent. Providing them with a platform in which they can showcase their art, reaching new audiences locally and internationally. FilmGate Short Film Festival is a monthly film festival that has a different per month.Learn more at filmfreeway.com/FilmGateShortFilmFestival.

SEP 3

Labor Day Festival

Enjoy a block party featuring food and drink specials from more than 15 restaurants and bars plus great entertainment on four different stages! Learn more at parks.fortlauderdale.gov.

OCT 4

South Florida Black Pride Arts & Music Festival

Be part of history for the ultimate LGBTQ experience in South Florida! Afro Pride presents a new wave for LGBTQ artists around the world. Learn more at allevents.in.

Oct 18

South Beach Seafood Festival

Four Days of curated culinary expertise celebrating South Florida’s top chefs and masterminds with the leading seafood restaurants in the area! Tickets and details at eventbrite.com.

NOV 11

Country Bay Music Festival

Join our annual celebration of country music featuring chart-topping artists, fun activities, and amazing food. Get your tickets early before they sell out! Learn more at countrybaymusicfestival.com.

Nov 17

Wine & Food Fest

Held at the historic Coconut Grove Women’s Club, the festival will feature a selection of over 100 fine wines from 10 countries. Besides the unlimited wine samples, this year’s festival also features a Sparkling Wine Room serving champagne, prosecco, cava, cremate, sekt and rosé. To complement all the great wines, festival-goers can enjoy 20 types of craft beer and spirits as well as live music and great food. No refunds or credits available. Details at miamiandbeaches.com.

DEC 16

Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade

The Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade is the “Best Show on H2O” and the traditional kickoff to the South Florida Holiday Season. Bringing together our community and visitors from around the world, this one-of-a-kind parade of beautifully decorated boats of all sizes is a can’t miss extravaganza. Learn more at winterfestparade.com.

JAN 4 2024

South Beach Jazz Festival

The South Beach Jazz Festival takes place in multiple venues throughout South Beach over four days in January. The mission of disability awareness is projected through a festival that takes pride in presenting worldrenowned musicians from the entire spectrum of jazz including traditional, contemporary, and Latin American cutting edge acts. Many of the performances are free and open to the public and outdoors. Learn more at sobejazzfestival.com.

FEB 22 2024

South Beach Wine & Food Festival – 2024

Presented by Food & Wine, this five-day affair of glorious food, famous chefs, flowing champagne, or wine, or beer... will be attracting its share of foodies to one of the most spectacular places to be in February, gorgeous South Beach. Learn more at corporate.sobewff.org.

MAR (TBD) 2024

Calle Ocho Music Festival

A marquee event of Carnival Miami, Calle Ocho Music Festival is the world’s largest Latin music festival in the nation. The festivities are positively brimming with non-stop music, food and activities for an energetic and festive explosion of culture. Visit carnavalmiami.com.

With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every

whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.

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EATING THE PSYCHOLOGY

Control weight gain and compulsive eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

Control weight gain and compulsive

eating behaviors by making better choices about the food that you eat.

ConsumptionSome of us more than others realize that what we eat can effect how we feel such as eating too little or too much. We should be able to enjoy what we eat but also feel better when we do.

Eating healthy is a challenging task that many of us

strive to achieve but often fall short.

InfluencesCultural, social, family, and economical factors may be a direct influence linked to our food and eating behaviors. However, a more serious influence such as stress, boredom and anxiety can play a larger role as many of us eat as a coping mechanism. Although it can

sometimes help bring relief and ease feelings, it often leads to regret and build more negativity. Avoiding the problem with food will often create another problem with self-image when suffering from weight gain or other negative affects caused by unhealthy eating.

Weight ManagementHere are tips to help you manage your weight.

For starters, never skip a meal. By skipping a meal, you’re allowing yourself to become

hungry later which can result in reckless binge eating. Be sure to plan your meals ahead of time and limit night time snacking. This will allow you to always be one step ahead

of your weight by creating a routine. If you’re getting a craving between meals, try to exercise or find another way to distract yourself from food.

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Eating Diary - This is a great tool to keep track of your eating habits. Record what food you eat and when you eat it. Also take note of how you feel after eating and if you were doing anything while eating such as using your phone or watching TV.

By recording your habits, you will be able to pinpoint which foods and activities to avoid. The diary can also assist you when you’re working with a dietitian to help you make the best decisions.

THE PRIDE CENTER AT EQUALITY PARK

We provide a welcoming, safe space — an inclusive home that celebrates, nurtures and empowers the LGBTQ+ communities and our friends and neighbors in South Florida. GLCCSF.ORG | (954) 463-9005

SUNSERVE

Recognizing that the entire LGBTQ community has the right to quality care, our mission is to provide critical life assistance and professional mental health services with an emphasis on economically disadvantaged, marginalized youth, adults and seniors in the greater South Florida metropolitan area.

SUNSERVE.ORG | (954) 764-5150

CENTERLINK

CenterLink is an international nonprofit organization and member-based association of LGBTQ centers and other LGBTQ organizations serving their local and regional communities. Our mission is to strengthen, support, and connect LGBTQ community centers. LGBTQCENTERS.ORG

MIAMI BEACH PRIDE

It is our mission to envision, plan and execute a roster of events and activities that are as diverse as the community itself, including activations centering on entertainment, events, arts, culture and civic and social engagement. MIAMIBEACHPRIDE.COM

PRIDELINES

To support, educate and empower South Florida’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth and community in safe and diverse spaces to promote dialogue, wellness, and to foster social change. PRIDELINES.ORG