Greetings,

Slipping into the first weekend of October, our cultural calendar is heating up. If you have the time, take a few moments and scroll through this long list of Great Gables Events to get a handle on all the opportunities to learn, enjoy, share and have fun in the city beautiful in these coming days.

Robert and Robin Burr
Oktoberfest continues Annual Celebration
Come out to the Bierhaus Plaza for Fritz & Franz's annual, beer, food and live music festival to celebrate the tradition as Oktoberfest returns to Downtown Coral Gables Thursday through Sunday. Wir feiern mit bier und freunden. https://myoktoberfestmiami.com/

Saturday - Members' Day Plant Sale at Fairchild
It's a great reason to belong to this esteemed organization -- the annual Members' Day Plant Sale and Plant Distribution at Fairchild from 9:30am to 4:30pm features plants grown exclusively by Fairchild for members. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road. Call 305-667-1651. http://www.fairchildgarden.org

Sunday - Miami Pioneers Historical Society
The monthly meeting of the Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade will be at the Central Christian Church, 222 Menores Avenue in Coral Gables beginning at 2:30pm, featuring two long time Miamians, Bob Rich and Fred Kirtland speaking about Old Miami and The River. http://www.mpnod.org/events/october-7-meeting-old-miami/

Monday - First Man: Sneak Peek Screening
On the heels of their six-time Academy Award-winning smash, La La Land, Oscar-winning director Damien Chazelle and star Ryan Gosling re-team for Universal Pictures' First Man, the riveting story behind the first manned mission to the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the decade leading to the historic Apollo 11 flight. This is a free sneak peek screening of the film. Doors will open at 8:15pm and the film will start promptly at 9pm. Seating is not guaranteed. Please arrive early to get a seat. Cosford Cinema is located on the second floor of the Memorial Classroom building on UM campus. Cash only. Call 305-284-4861. http://www.cosfordcinema.com

Ongoing - The Caribbee Club Exhibiton at the Museum
Vit the museum to experience Me, Merrick and the Songs of the Wind. This exhibition gathers a new series of pastel drawings and oil paintings by local artist and art education specialist Jacqueline Roch. Her landscapes are inspired by Florida's eleven national parks, and for this exhibition by the poetry of Coral Gables' founder, George Merrick in the book "Song of the Wind in a Southern Shore." The Coral Gables Museum is located at 285 Aragon. Call 305-603-8067. http://www.coralgablesmuseum.org

Thursday - The Old Man & The Gun
Robert Redford's last film tells the story of Forrest Tucker, elderly bank robber and all-around nice guy and his audacious escape from San Quentin at age 70. His unprecedented string of heists confounded authorities and enchanted the public. Coral Gables Art Cinema is located at 260 Aragon. Call 786-385-9689 or visit the web site for details. http://www.gablescinema.org
Great Gables Events Calendar
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Thursday, October 4
Free Health Screenings at Coral Gables Hospital
Health Screenings Thursday, October 4, 2018 - 8:00am to 12:00pm
Visit Coral Gables Hospital on the first Thursday of every month from 8am to noon and take advantage of this important cost-free service to protect your health and your life. Free screenings include blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol. More information

Mojito Madness Thursdays At Tarpon Bend
Tarpon Bend Mojito Madness Thursday, October 4, 2018 - 11:30am to 11:30pm
Tarpon Bend, 65 Miracle Mile
Stop into Tarpon Bend Thursday for $5 Mojitos all day, including Watermelon, Blackberry, Grapefruit, Pineapple and Cantaloupe. In addition, the happy hour runs from 3 to 10pm with 2 for 1 drinks. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Thursday, October 4, 2018 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all spirits including premium and top shelf brands, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. More information

Traffic Calming Workshop
City of Coral Gables Thursday, October 4, 2018 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
UM Catholic Student Center, 1400 Miller Road
The City of Coral Gables is hosting a series of Traffic Calming Workshops to seek citizen input on how to improve the safety of city streets. This event takes place from 6 to 8pm at the UM Catholic Student Center, 1400 Miller Road. More information

Oktoberfest at Fritz and Franz
Oktoberfest Thursday, October 4, 2018 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Fritz & Franz's annual, beer, food and live music festival to celebrate the tradition of Oktoberfest returns to Downtown Coral Gables from September 27 to October 7 with live music, plus food and drink specials. More information

Jack E. Davis - The Gulf
Books & Books Thursday, October 4, 2018 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
The Gulf: The Making of An American Sea explores the historical rendezvous between civilization and nature in the Gulf of Mexico; a uniquely American story in this environmental epic. More information


Friday, October 5
Watercolors: The Next Step
Art Class at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden Friday, October 5, 2018 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road
Now that you know the basics, join instructor Ricardo Aberle from 10am to 1pm as he teaches you to explore the many facets of watercolor in a fun and relaxing way. More information

Plant ID Workshop at Fairchild
Plant ID Workshop at Fairchild Garden Friday, October 5, 2018 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road
Bring your specimen to Fairchild's Herbarium and let scientists uncover its secrets. Bring a cutting from your plant to Fairchild's Herbarium team on the first Friday of every month at 1pm. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Friday, October 5, 2018 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all spirits including premium and top shelf brands, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. More information

Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables Gallery Night Live
Gallery Night Live at the Museum Friday, October 5, 2018 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables Gallery Night Live offers free admission to the new original exhibit The Life and Art of Denman Fink (1880-1956), plus live music and a cash bar from 6 to 10pm. More information

Gallery Night Reception at Cernuda Arte
Cernuda Arte, Coral Gables Friday, October 5, 2018 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Cernuda Arte Gallery, 3155 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
Join your friends at Cernude Arte Gallery from 6 to 9pm for an special exhibit and reception on First Friday Gallery Night. Enjoy the exhibit of works by Tomás Sánchez: Paintings, Works on Paper and Early Lithographs. More information

Coral Gables First Friday Gallery Night
First Friday Gallery Night Friday, October 5, 2018 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm
Ponce Circle Park, 2800 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Join your friends in Coral Gables to celebrate First Friday Gallery Night every month, a chance to visit the art galleries and stroll around town. More information

Oktoberfest at Fritz and Franz
Oktoberfest Friday, October 5, 2018 - 6:00pm to 11:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Fritz & Franz's annual, beer, food and live music festival to celebrate the tradition of Oktoberfest returns to Downtown Coral Gables from September 27 to October 7 with live music, plus food and drink specials. More information

Eccentric Visions at ArtSpace Galleries
ArtSpace / Virginia Miller Galleries Friday, October 5, 2018 - 6:00pm to 10:00pm
ArtSpace/Virginia Miller Galleries, 169 Madeira Avenue
Virginia Miller presents Eccentric Visions Part II, with artwork by Robert Catasus, Arless Day, Kyle Renato Meziat, Anders Moseholm and Mario Segundo Pérez with a public reception from 6 to 10pm at ArtSpace Galleries. More information

Nelson Dellis - Remember It!
Books & Books Friday, October 5, 2018 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
In Remember It!, Dellis teaches us how to make the most of our memory, using his competition-winning techniques. Presenting the information in a user-friendly way, Dellis offers bite-size chapters, addressing things we wish we could remember but often forget: names, grocery lists, phone numbers, where you left your keys -- you name it. More information

Venetian Fantasy at the Biltmore
Coral Gables Community Foundation Friday, October 5, 2018 - 7:00pm to 10:30pm
Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue
The Coral Gables Community Foundation presents a black tie masquerade ballroom benefit at the Biltmore to honor Venetian Fantasy Honorees, starting at 7pm. Tickets are $600. More information

Live Music in the Courtyard at Books & Books
Music Friday, October 5, 2018 - 7:30pm to 11:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy live music in the courtyard of Books & Books every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:30 to 11:30pm, featuring some of South Florida's finest musical talent. More information

Spanish Guitarist Diego Marcos at Bellmónt
Bellmónt Spanish Restaurant Friday, October 5, 2018 - 8:00pm to 11:00pm
Bellmont Restaurant, 339 Miracle Mile
Bellmónt Spanish Restaurant presents Spanish singer and guitarist Diego Marcos to enhance your Friday evening dining experience, starting at 8pm. More information

Ryan Hampton - American Fix
Books & Books Friday, October 5, 2018 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
In American Fix, Hampton describes his personal struggle with addiction, outlines the challenges that the recovery movement currently faces, and offers a concrete, comprehensive plan of action towards making America’s addiction crisis a thing of the past. More information

Karaoke at JohnMartin's On The Mile
Karaoke at JohnMartin's On The Mile Friday, October 5, 2018 - 10:00pm to 2:00am
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Every Friday evening from 10pm to 2am, sing your heart out at JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant's Karaoke Night. Enjoy drink specials as well as some of the best pub food in South Florida at this award-winning authentic Irish pub. JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant is located at 253 Miracle Mile. More information


Saturday, October 6
Kids: Storytime and Craft at Books & Books
Books & Books Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Every Saturday at 10am, bring the family to Books & Books for free Storytime and Craft programs. Children of all ages are invited with their parents to read a book, browse the shelves of this delightful book store and have some literary fun with the crew. More information

Traffic Calming Workshop
City of Coral Gables Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Coral Gables Library, 3443 Segovia
The City of Coral Gables is hosting a series of Traffic Calming Workshops to seek citizen input on how to improve the safety of city streets. This event takes place from 10am to noon at the Coral Gables Library, 3443 Segovia Street. More information

Leica Akademie Workshop with Alain Laboile
Photo Class Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 10:00am to 6:00pm
The Leica Store, 372 Miracle Mile
Leica Akademie USA and Leica Store Miami are proud to announce an exciting two-day workshop with French photographer Alain Laboile, exploring the topics of spontaneity, creativity and complicity in photography, from 10am to 6pm. Scheduled to coincide with Alain’s exhibition, Quotidian, at Leica Store Miami the session will combine a theoretical classroom lecture with a […] More information

Downtown Walking Tour
Saturday Morning Downtown Walking Tour Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 11:00am to 12:30pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables, starting at 11am at the museum, with the historic downtown walking tour. More information

Weekend Brunch at Tarpon Bend
Tarpon Bend Brunch Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 11:30am to 3:00pm
Tarpon Bend, 65 Miracle Mile
From 11:30am to 3pm on the weekends, enjoy a delightful brunch menu at Tarpon Bend. More information

Board Game Saturday at Capital One Café
Board Game Saturday Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 12:00pm to 4:00pm
Capital One Café, 50 Miracle Mile
Grab a classic board game, bring the family or friends and make some memories from noon to 4pm at Capital One Café, 50 Miracle Mile. No signup required. More information

Oktoberfest at Fritz and Franz
Oktoberfest Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 2:00pm to 11:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Fritz & Franz's annual, beer, food and live music festival to celebrate the tradition of Oktoberfest returns to Downtown Coral Gables from September 27 to October 7 with live music, plus food and drink specials. More information

Saturday Wine Tastings at Uvaggio Wine Bar
Wine Tastings Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Uvaggio Wine Bar, 70 Miracle Mile
Uvaggio offers our special wine tastings from 5 to 6pm, bringing a different topic and focus to the table each weekend. More information

Live Music in the Courtyard at Books & Books
Music Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 7:30pm to 11:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy live music in the courtyard of Books & Books every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:30 to 11:30pm, featuring some of South Florida's finest musical talent. More information

Perfect Blue at Gables Cinema
Coral Gables Art Cinema Saturday, October 6, 2018 - 11:30pm to 11:55pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Rising pop star Mima has quit singing to pursue a career as an actress and model, but her fans aren’t ready to see her go. Encouraged by her managers, Mima takes on a recurring role on a popular TV show, when suddenly her handlers and collaborators begin turning up murdered. More information


Sunday, October 7
Paws In The Pool
pets Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 10:00am to 4:30pm
Coral Gables Venetian Pool, 2701 De Soto Boulevard
Bring man's best friend for a day at the Venetian Pool for two sessions to accommodate both small and large dogs. Session 1 for small dogs only (up to 30 pounds) is open from 10am to 1pm. Session 2 for large dogs only (31 pounds and up) opens from 1:30 to 4:30pm. More information

Sunday Brunch at JohnMartin's
Brunch Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 11:00am to 3:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Bring the friends and family to Sunday Brunch at JohnMartin's from 11am to 3pm for a delightful dining experience. More information

Sunday Brunch Buffet at Fritz & Franz
Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 11:00am to 5:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Available all day Sunday, the bountiful Sunday Brunch Buffet at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus at 60 Merrick Way offer a wide assortment of specialties, including roast pork, smoked pork, fish, chicken schnitzel, pasta, salads, eggs, apfelstrudel and more. More information

Weekend Brunch at Tarpon Bend
Tarpon Bend Brunch Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 11:30am to 3:00pm
Tarpon Bend, 65 Miracle Mile
From 11:30am to 3pm on the weekends, enjoy a delightful brunch menu at Tarpon Bend. More information

Historic Biltmore Hotel Walking Tour
Biltmore Hotel Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue
Meet in the hotel's main lobby of the Biltmore Hotel on Sunday at 1:30pm to join a Dade Heritage Trust guide for a free hour long walking tour of the famed National Landmark Biltmore Hotel. More information

Oktoberfest at Fritz and Franz
Oktoberfest Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 2:00pm to 8:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Fritz & Franz's annual, beer, food and live music festival to celebrate the tradition of Oktoberfest returns to Downtown Coral Gables from September 27 to October 7 with live music, plus food and drink specials. More information

Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade Historical Society
Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 2:30pm to 4:30pm
Central Christian Church Community Room, 222 Menores, rear entrance
History of Miami and South Florida presentations start at 2:30pm sharp with two long time Miamians as featured speakers, Bob Rich and Fred Kirtland, at the Community Meeting Room of the Central Christian Church (rear entrance) at 222 Menores Avenue, just off Ponce. More information

Susie Perez Fernandez - Vida Blue
Books & Books Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Ariadne and Santos dreamed of life in the rich culture and beauty of Positano. But when tragedy strikes, it’s the first place Ari thinks of, beckoning her to return to the Amalfi Coast... alone. In her brokenness and striving to put her life back together, Ariadne meets Avinash Batra, a handsome, seductive playboy. Before long, desire and doubt take over. Is she falling in love or just looking to replace Santos? More information

Open Mic Night at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Sunday, October 7, 2018 - 8:00pm to 10:30pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Fans of acoustic music gather at JohnMartin's on Sunday nights to enjoy the best local talent on the open mic stage, starting at 8pm. More information


Monday, October 8
Merrick House Governing Board Meeting
City of Coral Gables Monday, October 8, 2018 - 8:30am to 9:30pm
Coral Gables Merrick House, 907 Coral Way
The city's Merrick House Governing Board meets on the second Monday of the month at 8:30am at the Coral Gables Merrick House, located at 907 Coral Way. More information

Happy Hour at Miller's Ale House
beer Monday, October 8, 2018 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Miller’s Ale House, 101 Miracle Mile
Enjoy craft beers, handcrafted cocktails and $5 appetizers from 4 to 7pm at Miller's Ale House at 101 Miracle Mile. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Monday, October 8, 2018 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all spirits including premium and top shelf brands, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. More information

Schnitzel Fiesta Monday at the Bierhaus
Bierhaus Schnitzel Fiesta Monday, October 8, 2018 - 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Enjoy the famous Wienerschnitzel (pork) or Jaegrschnitzel (chicken) with roasted potatoes or potato salad -- two for the price of one -- at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way every Monday evening. More information

Justin Wine Dinner
Wine and Fork Monday, October 8, 2018 - 7:30pm to 10:00pm
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, 2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Fleming's presents a special one-night-only wine dinner featuring four extraordinary wines from Justin Vineyards paired with a perfectly prepared five course menu, expertly curated by Chef Partner Pablo Guarella, starting at 7:30pm. More information

Jazz It Up Mondays at Open Stage
Jazz Monday, October 8, 2018 - 8:00pm to 11:30pm
Open Stage Club, 2325 Galiano Street
The MJC Monday Night Rent Party starting at 8pm is South Florida's highest caliber weekly jazz event, with great musicians every week, a great piano, a great sound system, and a great audience which is there for the music. More information

First Man: Sneak Peek Screening
Cosford Cinema Monday, October 8, 2018 - 8:00pm to 10:30pm
Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, UM Campus
On the heels of their six-time Academy Award-winning smash, La La Land, Oscar-winning director Damien Chazelle and star Ryan Gosling reteam for Universal Pictures’ First Man, the riveting story behind the first manned mission to the moon, focusing on Neil Armstrong and the decade leading to the historic Apollo 11 flight. More information


Tuesday, October 9
City Commission Meeting
City of Coral Gables Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 8:30am to 3:00pm
Coral Gables City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way
The Coral Gables Commission meets twice a month to conduct official city business. Pre-meeting presentations will be held in the Courtyard at 8:30am. The Commission meeting begins at 9am at Commission Chambers at City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way. More information

Plomo Tequila & Taco Bar Tuesday Specials
Plomo Tequila & Taco Bar Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 12:00pm to 11:30pm
Plomo Tequila & Taco Bar, 230 Miracle Mile
Enjoy drink specials all day -- every Tuesday -- at Plomo Tequila & Taco Bar at 230 Miracle Mile. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all spirits including premium and top shelf brands, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. More information

Schnitzel Fiesta Tuesday at the Bierhaus
Bierhaus Schnitzel Fiesta Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Enjoy the famous Wienerschnitzel (pork) or Jaegrschnitzel (chicken) -- two for the price of one -- at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way every Tuesday evening. More information

Tomahawk Tuesday at Fleming's
Tomahawk Tuesday at Fleming's Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 5:00pm to 10:00pm
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar, 2525 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Enjoy a special three-course menu for two at Fleming's every Tuesday from 5 to 10pm. For the first course, choose two salads followed by the 35 ounce Prime Tomahawk to share, choose two sides, and then round out your dinner with two dessert selections. More information

Language Exchange Tuesdays at the Book Store
Language Exchange - SoFlo Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Check out the number one Language Exchange Meetup in South Florida. Language Exchange helps you learn Spanish, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and More Languages. Meet people from a variety of different backgrounds and cultures. More information

Brian Bandell - Silence The Living
Books & Books Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Ariadne and Santos dreamed of life in the rich culture and beauty of Positano. But when tragedy strikes, it’s the first place Ari thinks of, beckoning her to return to the Amalfi Coast... alone. In her brokenness and striving to put her life back together, Ariadne meets Avinash Batra, a handsome, seductive playboy. Before long, desire and doubt take over. Is she falling in love or just looking to replace Santos? More information

Jam and Open Mic Night
Open Stage Club Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Open Stage Club, 2325 Galiano Street
Open Stage Club presents Jam and Open Mic Night every Tuesday, gathering at 7pm for signups and networking. Music starts at 8pm with Happy Hour Special from 7 to 8pm. More information

Arsenic and Old Lace
Coral Gables Art Cinema Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
There is no place like home. Cary Grant is alarmed to discover his sweet aunts treating lonely old men to spiked elderberry wine. Plastic surgeon Peter Lorre has rearranged Raymond Massey’s features in a drunken stupor during the Late Show and made him up to look like Frankenstein’s monster. More information

Alma de Tango at the Biltmore
Tango Tuesday, October 9, 2018 - 8:00pm to 11:00pm
Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue
Enjoy authentic Argentine Tango and Milonga classes at the Biltmore Hotel with IDO World Tango Champion Monica Llobet. More information


Wednesday, October 10
Passion On Paper With Watercolors
Art Class at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road
Relax and enjoy painting with watercolors, lead by instructor Diane Lary from 10am to 1pm on Wednesdays. Discover the beauty and power of using color, value and light to describe your subject. More information

Tarpon Bend Wednesday Buy-1-Get-1-Free
Tarpon Bend Buy-1-Get-1-Free Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 11:30am to 11:30pm
Tarpon Bend, 65 Miracle Mile
Look for the buy-one-get-one-free special on Tarpon Burgers every Wednesday at Tarpon Bend. More information

Children's Cookie Decorating Class
Cookies Halloween Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Cupcake World, 262 Andausia
Let the kids become pastry decorating chefs as they learn how to create spooky festive treats just in time for Halloween at My Cupcake World, 262 Andalusia, from 3:30 to 5pm. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all spirits including premium and top shelf brands, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. More information

Panel Discussion - Florida's Proposed Amendments
Gables Good Government Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 5:30pm to 7:00pm
Congregation Church, 3010 De Soto Boulevard
Participate in a panel discussion about Florida's upcoming proposed constitutional amendments, hosed by Gables Good Government from 5:30 to 7pm at the Congregational Church. More information

Miami Backgammon Group weekly events
Backgammon Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
The Miami Backgammon Club meets each Wednesday at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus at 6:30pm. Tournaments begin at 7pm, plus live play, hosted by Leo Bueno. More information

Wednesday Jazz Nights at JohnMartins
Jazz Nights at JohnMartin's on Wednesday Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 6:30pm to 9:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy Happy Hour drink specials starting at 6:30 with Live Jazz Music until 9pm at JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant on Miracle Mile every Wednesday evening. Jazz Nights features some of the most talented musicians in a town known for great Jazz. More information

Wine Down Wednesday
Wine Tastings Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy a mid-week evening out with 50% off bottles of wine at Books & Books Café. Toast the middle of the week. Friday is only 2 days away. More information

Andrei Rublev at Gables Cinema
Coral Gables Art Cinema Wednesday, October 10, 2018 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Tracing the life of a renowned icon painter, Andrei Tarkovsky’s second feature vividly conjures the murky world of medieval Russia. Over the course of several self-contained episodes, the filmmaker follows Andrei Rublev through the harsh realities of fifteenth-century life, vividly conjuring the dark and otherworldly atmosphere of the age. More information


Thursday, October 11
Arthritis Champions Breakfast
fundraiser Thursday, October 11, 2018 - 7:30am to 9:00am
Coral Gables Womans Club, 1009 East Ponce Blvd
2018 Faces of Arthritis Champions of Yes Breakfast takes place at the Coral Gables Woman's Club. Registration begins at 7:30am, with breakfast from 8 to 9am. More information

Mojito Madness Thursdays At Tarpon Bend
Tarpon Bend Mojito Madness Thursday, October 11, 2018 - 11:30am to 11:30pm
Tarpon Bend, 65 Miracle Mile
Stop into Tarpon Bend Thursday for $5 Mojitos all day, including Watermelon, Blackberry, Grapefruit, Pineapple and Cantaloupe. In addition, the happy hour runs from 3 to 10pm with 2 for 1 drinks. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Thursday, October 11, 2018 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all spirits including premium and top shelf brands, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. More information

Thai Food Travels
Cooking Class Thursday, October 11, 2018 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road
Impress your friends and family with those favorite menu items that you usually order at your much-loved Thai restaurant in this cooking class lead by Chef Chris Bulgarin from 6 to 9pm. More information

Steven Shulman - My Uncle Gloria
Books & Books Thursday, October 11, 2018 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Change is always good..until it’s not. My Uncle Butch, the classic “macho” auto junkyard owner and womanizer, decides at the age of 66 to have a sex change. And somehow, his transformation brings my neurotic and unhinged family back together-for better or worse. More information

The Old Man & the Gun
Coral Gables Art Cinema Thursday, October 11, 2018 - 8:30pm to 10:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
In the film he recently announced will be his last, The Old Man & the Gun, Redford brings to the screen the rollicking true life of Forrest Tucker, from his audacious escape from San Quentin at age 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. More information


Friday, October 12
Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Friday, October 12, 2018 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all spirits including premium and top shelf brands, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. More information

Live Music in the Courtyard at Books & Books
Music Friday, October 12, 2018 - 7:30pm to 11:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy live music in the courtyard of Books & Books every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:30 to 11:30pm, featuring some of South Florida's finest musical talent. More information

Spanish Guitarist Diego Marcos at Bellmónt
Bellmónt Spanish Restaurant Friday, October 12, 2018 - 8:00pm to 11:00pm
Bellmont Restaurant, 339 Miracle Mile
Bellmónt Spanish Restaurant presents Spanish singer and guitarist Diego Marcos to enhance your Friday evening dining experience, starting at 8pm. More information

The Old Man & the Gun
Coral Gables Art Cinema Friday, October 12, 2018 - 8:45pm to 10:30pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
In the film he recently announced will be his last, The Old Man & the Gun, Redford brings to the screen the rollicking true life of Forrest Tucker, from his audacious escape from San Quentin at age 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. More information

Karaoke at JohnMartin's On The Mile
Karaoke at JohnMartin's On The Mile Friday, October 12, 2018 - 10:00pm to 2:00am
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Every Friday evening from 10pm to 2am, sing your heart out at JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant's Karaoke Night. Enjoy drink specials as well as some of the best pub food in South Florida at this award-winning authentic Irish pub. JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant is located at 253 Miracle Mile. More information


Saturday, October 13
Women’s Light Circle
Woman Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 9:30am to 11:30am
Mind & Soul Therapy, 225 University Drive
Women’s Light Circle has been created as a reminder that we have the ability to manifest, and the power to redirect our lives. More information

Kids: Storytime and Craft at Books & Books
Books & Books Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Every Saturday at 10am, bring the family to Books & Books for free Storytime and Craft programs. Children of all ages are invited with their parents to read a book, browse the shelves of this delightful book store and have some literary fun with the crew. More information

Family Day On Aragon
Family Day on Aragon Avenue Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Family Day on Aragon takes place every second Saturday of the month at the Coral Gables Museum, Books & Books and the Coral Gables Art Cinema. Bring the whole family to enjoy rich cultural programs, fun and games, and enrichment. More information

Downtown Walking Tour
Saturday Morning Downtown Walking Tour Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 11:00am to 12:30pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables, starting at 11am at the museum, with the historic downtown walking tour. More information

Weekend Brunch at Tarpon Bend
Tarpon Bend Brunch Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 11:30am to 3:00pm
Tarpon Bend, 65 Miracle Mile
From 11:30am to 3pm on the weekends, enjoy a delightful brunch menu at Tarpon Bend. More information

Yoga at Venetian Pool
Yoga Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 11:30am to 12:30pm
Coral Gables Venetian Pool, 2701 De Soto Boulevard
Enjoy a 45 minute Yoga class at Venetian Pool, starting at 11:30am, then spend the rest of your visit swimming and enjoying the Venetian Pool until closing time. More information

Saturday Wine Tastings at Uvaggio Wine Bar
Wine Tastings Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Uvaggio Wine Bar, 70 Miracle Mile
Uvaggio offers our special wine tastings from 5 to 6pm, bringing a different topic and focus to the table each weekend. More information

Live Music in the Courtyard at Books & Books
Music Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 7:30pm to 11:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy live music in the courtyard of Books & Books every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:30 to 11:30pm, featuring some of South Florida's finest musical talent. More information

Ritmos Rumberos: Dinner and Live Show
Bellmónt Spanish Restaurant Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 7:30pm to 10:30pm
Bellmont Restaurant, 339 Miracle Mile
Bellmónt Spanish Restaurant Presents Ritmos Rumberos: Dinner and Live Show featuring Diego Marcos, a talented Spaniard singer, composer, and guitarist, accompanied by two professional flamenco dancers: Maria Mercedes, and Jorge Robledo. More information

The Old Man & the Gun
Coral Gables Art Cinema Saturday, October 13, 2018 - 9:00pm to 10:30pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
In the film he recently announced will be his last, The Old Man & the Gun, Redford brings to the screen the rollicking true life of Forrest Tucker, from his audacious escape from San Quentin at age 70 to an unprecedented string of heists that confounded authorities and enchanted the public. More information

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