Greetings,

We're happy to bring you a few updates and notices of virtual events in the city.

Robert and Robin Burr

We Say Goodbye To JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's had planned to close at the end of May, with a month-long celebration of their 31 years on the Mile, but the pandemic changed their plans. We remember this delightful place fondly as we wish them all the best in their retirement.

They changed the character of Coral Gables from a boring, uptight tony town to a vibrant and friendly place where everyone wanted to meet up with friends. They did it with heart and soul, with authenticity and with a tireless work ethic. They knew their patrons and made them feel like family. It doesn’t get any better than that. Bravo. Kudos. Enjoy the time off. You earned it.

https://www.miamiherald.com/miami-com/restaurants/article241838506.html

The Frost School of Music at the University of Miami has partnered with the City of Coral Gables for a live virtual six-week concert series, direct from the living room of faculty, students and alumni.

Get the entire schedule of Frost Live Performances online: bit.ly/FrostVirtualConcerts

Friday, April 10 at 7:30pm
Frost Symphony Orchestra Performs Strauss’ "A Hero’s Life"
Internationally recognized for his moving performances, innovative programming and extensive catalog of recordings, Frost conductor Gerard Schwarz presents a compelling program. In his nearly five decades as a respected classical musician and conductor, Schwarz has received 7 Emmy Awards, 14 GRAMMY nominations, 8 ASCAP Awards, and numerous Stereo Review and Ovation Awards. He became the first American named Conductor of the Year by Musical America and received numerous honorary doctorates from various universities. This evening’s centerpiece is Richard Strauss’s tone poem Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life). It stands as the culmination of 19th-century romanticism and as an autobiographical statement, as Strauss quotes from several of his previous works. This program also includes Walter Piston’s Three New England Sketches and the unveiling of a new work by a Frost student composition competition winner. *Originally performed February 6, 2020.

Watch Live on Friday April 10, at 7:30pm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JRDDNxvPkPg

Monday, April 13 at 6pm
Virtual Concert: "The Jazz Side of Broadway"
performed by Shelly Berg
Live on the City of Coral Gables Instagram - @cityofcoralgables

See the Live at Home in the City Beautiful section for details and a link to join the city of Coral Gables Instagram account: bit.ly/FrostVirtualConcerts

Wednesday, April 15 at 6pm
Virtual Concert: "New Songs"
performed by Raina Murnak and John Redmond
Live on the City of Coral Gables Instagram - @cityofcoralgables

See the Live at Home in the City Beautiful section for details and a link to join the city of Coral Gables Instagram account: bit.ly/FrostVirtualConcerts

Gables Cinema - Virtual Drive-In
Coral Gables Art Cinema presents Gables Cinema Drive-In, with selected movies you can watch right on your screen. http://www.gablescinema.com/programs/gables-cinema-drive-in/

Many of our favorite eateries in the Gables are offering curbside takeout, as well as delivery services. Here's a handy list of choices for Gables residents and friends.

http://www.greatgables.com/CoralGables/ToGo.html

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