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Wild Dolphin Project Welcomes Emmy-Winning Biologist Dr. Shane Gero at Annual Fundraiser

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Emmy-Winning “Secrets of the Whales” Marine Biologist Dr. Shane Gero to Appear at Wild Dolphin Project’s 8th Annual Wild Ocean Science Event on March 29 at Maltz Jupiter Theatre; Signature event to be hosted by PBS NewsHour correspondent Miles O’ Brien.

March 18th, 2026

The Wild Dolphin Project proudly announces Dr. Shane Gero as this year’s featured presenter during its 8th Annual Wild Ocean Science eventThe non-profit’s signature fundraiser takes place Sunday, March 29, 2026 at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.

In 2005, Dr. Gero founded the Dominica Sperm Whale Project, an innovative and integrative long-term behavioral study of sperm whales in the Eastern Caribbean. He documents the social and vocal behavior of over 20 sperm whale units. Through thousands of hours of observation, he has come to know the whales as different individuals, as brothers and sisters, as mothers and babysitters, and as a community of families, each with their own way of doing things, living together in the Caribbean Sea. Dr. Gero is also the Biology Lead for Project CETI, a non-profit organization and TED Audacious Project applying advanced machine learning and gentle robotics to decipher sperm whale communication. His pioneering research on sperm whale communication and culture serves as a cornerstone for the James Cameron-directed, Emmy-winning Disney+ documentary series, “Secrets of the Whales.” He has also spoken for National Geographic and TEDx stages and his writing has appeared in The New York Times.

Wild Ocean Science, the annual fundraiser for the Jupiter, Florida-based non-profit research organization The Wild Dolphin Project, will be hosted by PBS NewsHour correspondent and journalist, Miles O’Brien, and Research Director and Founder of The Wild Dolphin Project, Dr. Denise Herzing.

Guests attending the event will enjoy delicious food, a cash bar, book signings with Dr. Herzing, a raffle and more. Tickets for Wild Ocean Science start at $50 per person and may be purchased by visiting https://secure.qgiv.com/for/wildoceanscience-2026/event/wilddolphinoceanscience2026/. Sponsorship opportunities are available via email at wildoceanscience@wilddolphinproject.org. For more information, please visit wilddolphinproject.org.

About The Wild Dolphin Project:

The Wild Dolphin Project is a non-profit scientific research organization that studies and reports on a specific pod of free ranging Atlantic spotted dolphins and bottlenose dolphins in the Bahamas. Spanning over forty years, The Wild Dolphin Project is the longest running underwater dolphin research project in the world. With their underwater focus on observing and recording underwater behavior and sound, The Wild Dolphin Project is determined to “Crack the Code” of dolphin communication. The more we learn about dolphins and the environment in which they live, the better equipped we are to help protect them “In Their World…On Their Terms…”

About Miles O’Brien:
Miles O’Brien is an Emmy Award Winning Independent American Broadcast News Journalist. Emmy Award Winner- News & Documentary: Outstanding Science & Technology Programming. PBS NewsHour – National Science Correspondent; CNN – Former Science, Space, Aviation Technology, and Environment correspondent; Former Anchor – Science & Technology Week, HeadlineNews, Primetime, Live From…(CNN), & CNN American Morning.

FOR CALENDARS:

8th Annual Wild Ocean Science Event featuring Dr. Shane Gero

Benefitting The Wild Dolphin Project, a local non-profit research organization

Sunday, March 29, 2026 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Maltz Jupiter Theatre, 1001 E. Indiantown Road, Jupiter, FL 33477

Tickets start at $50 and may be purchased at https://secure.qgiv.com/for/wildoceanscience-2026/event/wilddolphinoceanscience2026/

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Lila Nikole and Platinum FUBU Bring the Amazonia Experience to Miami Swim Week

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Miami Swim Week is about to get even more immersive. On Sunday, May 31 at 2:00 PM, designer Lila Nikole will present The Golden Standard: Amazonia Experience at Tequila Town in Miami, debuting a new collaboration with Platinum FUBU during one of fashion’s biggest weekends in South Florida.


May 15, 2026

Inspired by the richness and mystique of the Brazilian rainforest, the presentation moves beyond the traditional runway format and into a cinematic, multi sensory experience where fashion, storytelling, music, and visual artistry come together in one space.

Known for her bold and culture driven design aesthetic, Lila Nikole transforms the venue into what organizers describe as a living narrative filled with character led moments and immersive visual storytelling. The event will also introduce a limited edition Lila Nikole x Platinum FUBU collection, marking a new chapter for both brands.

“This collaboration is incredibly personal for me,” says Lila Nikole. “Growing up in Queens, FUBU was more than a brand, it was a cultural force that shaped my earliest connection to fashion and identity. To now partner with a label that played such a pivotal role in my journey feels truly full circle.”

The collection reimagines Platinum FUBU’s iconic legacy through Lila Nikole’s creative lens, blending the brand’s signature identity with a modern, luxury focused perspective.

The event also coincides with the continued expansion of Platinum FUBU, the designer driven evolution of the iconic label known for its premium materials and fashion forward silhouettes.

Adding to the atmosphere, Miami based cultural partner Miamibloco will feature Bateria Saideira, described as the largest Rio style samba percussion orchestra in the United States. Music throughout the experience will also include sounds by DJ Dinero and DJ Trauma.

Rather than separating guests from the presentation, the experience is intentionally designed to feel intimate and barrier free. Attendees will move throughout the space while engaging directly with the craftsmanship, textures, and details that define both Lila Nikole’s aesthetic and Platinum FUBU’s luxury direction.

Event Details

What: The Golden Standard: Amazonia Experience by Lila Nikole in collaboration with Platinum FUBU
When: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Where: Tequila Town, 4710 NW 37th Ave, Miami, FL 33142

 

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Inaugural Dwight Stephenson Arc Broward Golf Classic

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Miami Dolphins Alumni Dwight Stephenson and Arc Broward to Host the Inaugural Dwight Stephenson Arc Broward Golf Classic. (more…)

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4th ANNUAL: SOUTH FLORIDA WING BASH 

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The Sauciest Night of the Summer Returns as South Florida Wing Bash Brings the Heat to South County Regional Park.
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Palace Bar Is the Pulse of Miami Beach Pride 2026

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Set across from the restored rainbow crosswalk, this Ocean Drive favorite is once again becoming the heart of Miami Beach Pride.


April 8, 2026

As Miami Beach Pride 2026 returns to Ocean Drive this April, Palace Bar Miami Beach is once again set to be one of the biggest centers of the celebration. Known for its drag shows, open-air dining, and longtime place in South Florida’s LGBTQ+ community, Palace will host a full schedule of Pride Week events while standing directly across from one of the most meaningful new symbols of the weekend: the restored rainbow crosswalk in Miami Beach.

On Friday, April 10, the City of Miami Beach will unveil the rebuilt LGBTQIA+ rainbow crosswalk in Lummus Park, just steps from the Palace on Ocean Drive. The installation was recreated using 3,606 salvaged pavers from the original 2009 crosswalk, giving the city a renewed and permanent symbol of LGBTQ+ visibility, unity, and pride. Its location across from the Palace makes the venue a natural backdrop for one of the most talked-about moments of Miami Beach Pride 2026.

That visibility is nothing new for Palace. Owned by Tom Donall, a co-founder of Miami Beach Pride, Palace has spent nearly four decades building its reputation as one of the most iconic LGBTQ+ venues in Miami Beach. For locals and visitors alike, it has become a go-to destination for drag entertainment, brunch, nightlife, and community on Ocean Drive.

This year’s Palace Bar Miami Beach Pride lineup runs from April 8 through April 12 and includes some of the week’s biggest events. The schedule features the Miami Beach Pride Pageant on April 8, the Haus of Gucci Ball on April 10, and a full weekend of brunches, rooftop events, performances, and DJ sets from Oscar Velasquez and Jrny. Pride weekend will close on Sunday, April 12, with a major final celebration featuring DJ Dani Brasil and appearances by RuPaul’s Drag Race stars Jimbo and Trinity the Tuck.

With the return of the rainbow crosswalk and a major lineup of performances and events, Palace is positioned to be one of the defining destinations of Miami Beach Pride 2026. The venue continues to bring together nightlife, performance, and LGBTQ+ culture in a way that feels both celebratory and deeply rooted in Miami Beach’s history.

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Arc Culinary April & May Chef Experience Dinners

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New Flavors in Bloom this Spring at Arc Culinary’s Emeril Lagasse Foundation Innovation Kitchen. (more…)

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Tabañero Expands Beyond Hot Sauce into BBQ Category

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TABAÑERO ENTERS THE GROWING BARBECUE CATEGORY WITH ALL-NATURAL FLORIDA-STYLE BBQ SAUCES, MADE WITH HALF THE SUGAR OF LEADING BRANDS. (more…)

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