Week of January 10, 2002   
New or expanding businesses plan to add more than 500 local jobs
Miami considers 100% tax breaks on new construction
US 1 strip south of Miami brings lucrative land deals
Residential real estate sales solid through 2001, records set
Tourism officials worry human rights ordinance debate will add negative publicity
Nonprofit agencies seek alternatives to attract federal matching dollars
Grand Prix organizers still awaiting loan for roadwork

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Friday 1/11

75TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW
   Gusman becomes a Roaring '20s speakeasy for the evening. Shows at 8:30 and 9:30 p.m. $25. 8-10 p.m. Olympia Theater at Gusman Center, 174 E Flagler St. Details: (305) 374-2444.
BERRIES TO WINE
   "Small Estate Wines of Europe." Friday night wine-tasting is held weekly. No reservations required. $10. 7-9:30 p.m. Mayfair House Hotel, 3000 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove. Details: (305) 441-0000.

Saturday 1/12

CAR & BOAT AUCTION
   Preview at 8 a.m. Wide selection of vehicles. 9 a.m. Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center, 2236 NW Miami Court. Details: (305) 573-4200.

Wednesday 1/16

BENEFIT DINNER
   "On Target" cocktail reception, equipment auction, silent auction and dinner benefits the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation. $150. 7 p.m. Great House at Quayside, Towers of Quayside, 5000 Towerside Terrace, 10651 NE Quayside Court. Details: (800) 321-3437.

Friday 1/18

BERRIES TO WINE
   "Wines of Uruguay." Friday night wine-tasting is held weekly. No reservations required. $10. 7-9:30 p.m. Mayfair House Hotel, 3000 Florida Ave., Coconut Grove. Details: (305) 441-0000.

Saturday 1/19

JACKSON MEMORIAL FOUNDATION
   "Gala 2002: Le Club." Jackson Memorial Foundation at the UM/Jackson Memorial Medical Center presents this black-tie event featuring continuous dancing and an after-hours casino. $500-$25,000. Coconut Grove Convention Center, 2700 S Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove. Details: (305) 585-7260.
BEAUX ARTS FESTIVAL
   New feature for this annual art showcase with juried displays is a contest for middle and high school students. Now in 51st year, this is Miami's oldest juried show. Sponsored by Union Planters Bank. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Grounds, Lowe Art Museum, 1312 Miller Drive, University of Miami, Coral Gables. Details: (305) 284-3535.
75TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
   The St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Community. Dinner, concert, dancing. Music by the 25-piece Hellenic & Near Eastern Musical Society Ensemble. $100. 7 p.m. Miami Airport Hilton, 5100 Blue Lagoon Drive. Details: (305) 854-2922.
STARRY NIGHT AT MOCA
   Fundraiser for the Victory School for Children with autism. Exhibit tour, dining, dancing, silent auction and tribute. $125. Museum of Contemporary Art, 770 NE 125th St., North Miami. Details: (305) 466-1142.

Sunday 1/20

BEAUX ARTS FESTIVAL
   Final day. Miami's oldest juried show. Sponsored by Union Planters Bank. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Grounds, Lowe Art Museum, 1312 Miller Drive, University of Miami, Coral Gables. Details: (305) 284-3535.
PRO PLAYER STADIUM FOUNDATION
   "Run Against Drugs." Now in 6th year. Features 10K and 5K runs plus a Kids Fun Run. $26; $21 in advance. 7:30 a.m. Olympia Gym, 20335 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami Beach, and Pro Player Stadium, 2269 NW 199th St. Details: (305) 623-6286 or splitsecondtiming.com.

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