Pleasures of the Palate .. The following fundraising events benifit the Diabetes Research Institute at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Interestid parties should contact the Diabetes Research Institute Foundation at 1800-321-3437 or visit Diabetes Research.org. Limited seating is available for this 12th annual intimate dinner benefiting the Diabetes Research Institute. Four courses are perfectly paired with wines, and auctions boast rare vintages. Love and Hope Preview Party. Thursday, November 18 ,2010 Diplomat Country Club 501 Diplomat Parkway Hallandale, FL 6:30PM $250.00 minimum donation . The ladies of love and Hope will kick off their 37th annual fundraising season for the Diabetes Research Institute with this cocktail reception and dinner, complete with live entertainment.. Love and Hope Ball. Saturday, February 19 2010 Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa 3555 South Ocean Drive Hollywood, FL 6:30PM Celebrating its 37th anniversary, this extraordinary black tie gala benefiting the Diabetes Institute will feature a grand cocktail reception, spectacular decor, a sumptuous dinner, dancing and entertainment.