This Week in South Florida

Through September 30
Recession Relief

Location: The Icebox Café, 1657 Michigan Ave., Miami Beach

The Icebox Cafe has a “Recession Cruncher” dinner menu available Sunday through Thursday until Sept. 30 that features $15 entrees such as chicken paillard provenzale, tofu and vegetable tempura and vegetable skewers. On Sept. 10, the café hosts a five-course, Asian-inspired dinner featuring boutique wineries from California and Australia. Cost is $65. Reserve at 786-201-3505.

Friday, September 5

Cocktails for a Cause

Location: LAVA Tiki Bar & Grille at the Crowne Plaza, 4000 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood Beach

Time: 6pm - 9pm

Ph: 954-568-7916

Network with the Young Professionals for Covenant House poolside at the Lava Tiki Bar & Grille. At the same time you can benefit homeless, runaway and at-risk kids served by Covenant House Florida. Suggested $5 donation at door. To reserve your spot and receive complimentary valet and drink tickets, email your first and last name

Saturday, September 6

MIAMI DOLPHINS ‘ A New Beginning’
Location: Cefalo’s Wine Cellar,3540 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove

Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Contacts: 305-971-2400; 305-213-2881; http://www.cefaloswine.com/

Celebrate a new beg inning for the Dolphins with team alumni Nat Moore and Jimmy Cefalo, the Cheerleaders and team executives, including Bryan Wiedmeier, the team’s president. Wine and appetizers available.

Bark Brunch At the Oasis

Location: Raleigh Hotel, 1775 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

Time: 10:00am - 12pm

Cost: Admission is free for all dogs, $45 for HMSF members and $55 for non-members

Ph: 305-375-5356

Hosted by the Historical Museum of Southern Florida, bring your furry friend along for brunch, mimosas, canine competitions, auction, doggie massages, and, of course, real doggie bags! Your admission includes a chance to win a two-night stay for two (pets allowed) in a luxurious Oceanfront King Room at the Raleigh. Additional raffle tickets are $10. RSVP required by phone or email.

Sunday, September 7

Jazz Brunch at the Regent Bal Harbour

Location: The Regent Bal Harbour, 10295 Collins Avenue, Bal Harbour

Time: 12pm - 3:30pm

Cost: $67 pp

Ph: 305-455-5460

Nicole Henry, an award-winning jazz vocalist, will perform selections from her newest album "The Very Thought of You," this Sunday at the Jazz Brunch Buffet at The Regent Bal Harbour. Join Love 94's Stu Grant who will be broadcasting live and enjoy a delightful blend of taste and sound with an exquisite buffet and free-flowing Mimosas and Bloody Marys. A different jazz artist performs each Sunday. Click Here for more info about Nicole Henry.