Monday, September 15

Ponce Business Association Lunch
Our Guest Speaker is Eddie Lewis, candidate for the first elected Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser. He will answer the question: "Why Me?" Mr. Lewis is a former Miami-Dade corrections officer, and a 2006 candidate for Florida House of Representatives District 108. You can learn more about him at http://elmdpa2008.com. The Ponce Business Association meets every Monday (except holidays) for lunch at JohnMartin's Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile, at noon. Lunch is $20 for members and $22 for guests. Call 305-443-7973. http://www.PonceAssociation.org

10th Annual Online HOPE Auction
The 10th Annual HOPE Auction goes online today, with 100% of the proceeds going to fund University of Miami law student fellowships in the public interest sector. Bid online between September 15 and October 16, or come to the HOPE Auction on October 16 at 6pm at the Lowe Art Museum and bid in person. This event is open to the public. Call 305-284-2599 or e-mail umhope@law.miami.edu http://www.law.miami.edu/hope/site/10thyearofhope/auction.php

Shakra Monday Specials
All Massages and Facial Services are 20% off at Shakra Relaxation Oasis. Check the website, and book your service now before there are no appointments left. Offers expire September 30th. Visit their beautiful and serene Yoga Studio for Yoga for Lunch at all levels from 12:15 to 1pm, Body Sculpting at all levels from 5:15 to 6:15pm, Basic Hatha Yoga at all levels from 6:15-7:30PM, and for Belly Dancing at intermediate level from 7:30-8:30pm. Enjoy their Zen-style and fully equipped locker rooms as well as class props for free. The first class for new students (FL Residents) is always free at Shakra Relaxation Oasis, 271 Alhambra Circle. Call 305-774-1355. http://www.shakramiami.com

Jon Agee: The Retired Kid
Brian's decided to retire early -- very early. "It's been a wonderful eight years, but I need a break." So Brian does what any sensible retiree does -- he moves to Florida. At the Happy Sunset Retirement Community, there's Ethel, Myrtle, Harvey, and Tex. And then there's Brian. The retired kid. He's here to escape school, homework, and daily chores. Retirement sounds pretty sweet, huh? Join Books & Books and acclaimed author/illustrator Jon Agee for A Kids Only Retirement Party! Grandparents, bring your newly retired grandchildren for a shuffleboard competition, mah jong workshop and a reading from Jon's newest picture book, The Retired Kid (Disney, $16.99, ages 4-8). Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 4pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com

Miami Memorabilia Club: Dr. Jim Broton
The monthly meeting of the Miami Memorabilia Club features Dr. Jim Broton speaking about his wonderful new book on and about the Miami River and he will have copies available for sale. Meet up with friends to see and hear a great speaker on a great topic. The group meets at the Central Christian Church, 222 Menores Avenue at 6:30pm.

Martini Monday At The Biltmore Bar
The weekly Martini Monday is an event dedicated to the most chic of cocktails for the choicest of singles at the Biltmore Bar featuring half price Belvedere Vodka, Ciroc Vodka, and Smirnoff Vodka. The hotel's resident expert mixologists have developed a menu of Martinis unlike any other at the Biltmore Bar, 1200 Anastasia, starting at 6pm every Monday. Call 305-445-1926. http://www.biltmorehotel.com

Fritz And Franz Monday Specials
The Fritz And Franz Bierhaus at 60 Merrick Way will once again be open every Monday with a fresh oven roasted Chicken with mixed salad plate special for $14.95. Call 305-774-0883. http://www.bierhaus.cc

Stephen P. Leatherman: Hurricanes
Known nationwide as Dr. Beach, Stephen P. Leatherman is an authority on coastal geography and beach management. He is the author of Dr. Beach's Survival Guide and the editor of Sea Level Rise, among others, and the director of the International Hurricane Research Center and Laboratory for Coastal Research. In Hurricanes: Causes, Effects and the Future (MBI Publishing, $17.99), he explores the history and science of hurricanes, from the historic Galveston storm of 1900 to Katrina, with detailed diagrams and spectacular color photographs. Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 8pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com

Acoustic Music Showcase And Wheat Beer At JohnMartin's
John Brown hosts the weekly acoustic music showcase, and special $5 pricing on JohnMartin's Wheat Beer each Sunday evening at JohnMartin's Irish Pub, 253 Miracle Mile. Call 305-445-3777. http://www.johnmartins.com

Late Night Specials At The Bar
Enjoy 2 for 1 drink specials from 11pm to 1am. Enjoy their selection of 48 bottled beers, 10 great brews on tap and the best comfort food at The Bar, 172 Giralda. Call 305-442-2730. http://www.gablesthebar.com