I have to admit I wasn’t a big fan of the remake of The Great Gatsby, but I can’t argue with the fact that its Oscar nominations for Catherine Martin in both “Best Achievement in Costume Design” and “Best Achievement in Production” are worthy. In honor of those nominations, The Plaza Hotel in New York (a place I do love) is celebrating. The Fitzgerald Suite at The Plaza debuted last May in honor of the hotel’s former patron, F. Scott Fitzgerald himself. This 700 sq. ft. suite was even designed by Martin so staying there is a great way to celebrate the movie. In addition, The Plaza New York City is offering a “Sunday Night Screening” package which includes a spa treatment and a cocktail, the Moet Imperial Gatsby. While I was at the Mote Marine Lab & Aquarium in Sarasota, Florida, I learned about one of its largest supporters, Dr. Eugenie Clark. Dr. Clark has continued to dive into her senior years and would like to bring some lovers of marine life along to celebrate...

A few new and exciting events and offers came through my inbox recently that I thought were well worth passing along. Wish I had more free time to check them out myself. Sun King Brewery , the first brewing in Indianapolis in fifty years, is hosting the inaugural CANvitational on September 28 th . This is the first canned craft beer festival to be presented in the Midwest.  More than 30 craft breweries from 16 states will be participating in this street fest, which will also have food trucks lining Georgia Street. For tickets and more information, visit http://www.canviational.com . Wine lovers should check out the Golden Cork Contest Keel and Curley Winery is having to celebrate their 10 th anniversary, which coincides with their millionth bottle. In the spirit of Willie Wonka’s Golden Ticket, customers will be looking for golden corks. If you find a golden cork in any of the bottles from Keel and Curley, you will gather with other winners at the winery on O...