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Greetings {name},
Remember that Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 7th at 2am so "Fall Back" on the clocks and enjoy more light in the mornings. It's also a time to check the batteries on smoke alarms.
Thursday, November 11 is Veterans Day, a time to honor and thank all military personnel who served the United States in all wars, particularly living veterans.
As always, make plans to enjoy the great outdoors in our little city. Walk down Miracle Mile, experience the live theatre and the best movies, browse the book stores, look into the art galleries and meet up with friends at the restaurants. Visit the parks and public spaces to appreciate the bounties of nature.
Enjoy the best of Coral Gables in the coming days.
Robert and Robin Burr |
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Now On View At Cernuda Arte
Wifredo Lam (1902 - 1982) The Mature Period
Cernuda Arte presents an impressive exhibition of works by international 20th Century Master, Wifredo Lam: Paintings, Sculptures and Ceramics, 1955 to 1970s. The show focuses on Lam’s mature period with twenty-one works rendered between the mid nineteen-fifties and the seventies. The refined selection featured: eight canvases, three works on paper, six sculptures and three one-of-a-kind ceramics, are a window into the artist’s intense life force and energy during this period. Looking at this presentation, one is reminded of the qualities of this great modernist artist, and the genius he was. Currently on view at Cernuda Arte, 3155 Ponce. Call 305-461-1050. https://secure.cernudaarte.com/exhibitions/wifredo-lam-exhibition/ |
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Friday, November 5
Miami Wine Festival in Coconut Grove
Enjoy over 150 Fine & Sparkling Wines from Italy, France, Spain, United Sales, Argentina, Chile, Portugal, Australia, Germany and South Africa. Visit the Sparkling Wine Room with Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, Crémant, Sekt and Rose. Pairing with Fine Chocolate: White, Dark, Milk, Ganache. Cheese: Manchego, Fontina, Parmesan, Gorgonzola, and Brie. Charcuterie Meat: Prosciutto, Mortadella, Chorizo, Rillettes, and Salami. Fruit: Strawberry, Apple, Grapes, Dried Fruit & Nuts, and Blueberry. Tickets are $49 to $1600. https://www.miamieventsandfestivals.com |
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Sunday, November 14 from 2 to 6pm
Miami Rum Renaissance Festival
Enjoy a fine rum tasting event as the Miami Rum Renaissance Festival returns to the Coral Gables Woman's Club at 1001 East Ponce, with a world of cane spirits to sample. General admission begins at 2pm, while VIP and trade starts earlier at 12:30pm. Be the first to try newly released rums, share old favorites, and sample a few rare, luxury and vintage limited editions. Tickets are $39 in advance before Friday, November 12. Call 305-350-0764. https://www.rumrenaissance.com |
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please enjoy this image that reminds us of the beauty and serenity of our majestic city |
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The majestic Alhambra Towers rise above the city |
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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr. |
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Now Playing
Wes Anderson - The French Dispatch
On the occasion of the death of its beloved Kansas-born editor Arthur Howitzer, Jr. (Bill Murray), the staff of The French Dispatch, a widely circulated American magazine based in the French city of Ennui-sur-Blasé, convenes to write his obituary. Memories of Howitzer flow into the creation of four stories: a travelogue of the seediest sections of the city itself; a tale of an imprisoned artist, his muse and his ravenous dealers; a chronicle of love and death at the height of a student revolt; and a suspenseful tale of drugs, kidnapping and fine dining. Director Wes Anderson's latest features a star-studded cast that includes Bill Murray, Benicio Del Toro, Adrien Brody, Tilda Swinton, Frances McDormand, Timothée Chalamet, Léa Seydoux, Owen Wilson, Saoirse Ronan, Christoph Waltz, Edward Norton, and many more. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/the-french-dispatch/ |
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Through November 13
Alice The Musical at Miracle Theatre
Take a wild, thrilling ride into a world of imagination and wonder in Paul Boyd’s musical version of the classic Lewis Carroll books. Curious Alice, the heroine of our story, tumbles down a magic rabbit hole and into an enchanted world full of whimsical and wacky characters including the always late White Rabbit, the absent-minded Mad Hatter, the mysterious Cheshire Cat, the hilarious duo of Tweedledee and Tweedledum, and of course the menacing Queen of Hearts. Follow Alice through this mysterious land as she tries to make her way back home. Now playing in the Balcony Theatre through Saturday, November 13. Get tickets online. |
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This Weekend Only
Mirror Of Most Value - A Ms. Marvel Play
Find the hero within! When a strange Terrigen Mist descended upon Jersey City, Kamala Khan was imbued with polymorphic powers. Her life was changed forever and so were the lives of her family and friends. Using her newfound abilities to fight evil and protect Jersey City, she became the all-new Ms. Marvel. This production is performed by ASC Conservatory students, ages 14 to 19. Kamala attempts to boost Ms. Marvel’s fledgling superhero profile by writing her own fan fiction. But when building a fandom becomes an obsession, Kamala’s schoolwork and relationships begin to suffer. To become the Jersey City hero of her dreams, Kamala must learn to accept herself just as she is -- imperfections and all. Tickets are $15 to $30. The Black Box Theatre is located at 5701 Sunset Drive, Suite 286 in South Miami. Call 305-666-2078. Get tickets online. |
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Season Ticket Subscriptions
Actors' Playhouse Season Tickets
One of the best ways to support culture in the community is to become a valued Actors' Playhouse subscriber. Season subscriptions for the 2021-22 mainstage season are on sale now, with packages starting as low as $225. Benefits include premium seats at the best prices; discounts and incentives to incredible restaurants and establishments; discounts on conservatory classes and workshops; ticket exchange privileges; lost ticket insurance; 10% off additional tickets; and advance notice of special events. https://www.actorsplayhouse.org/become-a-subscriber/ |
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Friday, November 5, 7:30pm
Immortal Genius: Pergolesi's Stabat Mater
Seraphic Fire returns for Season 19 with Giovanni Battista Pergolesi’s celebrated sacred work Stabat Mater. Completed in Pergolesi’s final weeks of life as the young composer battled tuberculosis, the Baroque work is tender and expressive. The solo talents of Seraphic Fire artists Lauren Snouffer, soprano, and Reginald Mobley, countertenor, illuminate in this chamber work featuring arias and duets with strings and organ. Conducted by Patrick Dupre Quigley. The performance takes lace at St. Philip's Episcopal Church, 1121 Andalusia. Get tickets online. |
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Friday, November 5 at 7:30pm
Earth First Friday - Kiss The Ground
Explore environmental themes during Earth First Fridays at The Barnacle Historic State Park with a screening of Kiss the Ground, the documentary that provides a solution to heal our planet and keep our species off the extinction list. Here's a game-changer to our climate crisis: the Earth’s own soil. We can reverse global warming. The solution is called Regenerative Agriculture and this film presents the research, practice, and hope we need to move forward. $10 General Admission, $2 Members of The Barnacle Society. https://bit.ly/3CBAszP |
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Saturday, November 6 from 9am to 6pm
Coral Gables Saturday Harvest Market
Enjoy a delightful array of local vendors on Saturdays from 9am to 6pm through December 18 at the Coral Gables Harvest Market on Minorca Avenue. Baked goods, fresh fruits and vegetables, art, hand-made items and more are available, along with activities and crafts for the kids. |
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November 6 and 7 from 10am to 4pm
Annual Palm Show and Sale
South Florida Palm Society (SFPS) presents its annual show and sale this weekend at Fairchild Garden. This two day celebration gives visitors and palm enthusiasts a chance to mingle with fans, growers, and other experts. Ticket prices are Adult $24.95; Senior $17.95; Student $15.95; Child (6-17) $11.95; Child (5 and under) are free. https://fairchildgarden.org/eventon/south-florida-palm-society-palm-show-sale/ |
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Saturday, November 6 from 9am to noon
Drive-Thru Recycling at City Hall
The City is hosting its bi-annual Recycling Drive-Thru event at the City Hall parking lot, 405 Biltmore Way. Residents can recycle their old electronics, dispose of household hazardous waste in an environmentally friendly manner, shred any sensitive documents safely and securely onsite, and donate lightly used clothing. Any electronic item that has a plug or takes batteries is eligible to be recycled. Be prepared to share proof of residency. Call 305-460-5008. https://www.coralgables.com/electronicrecycling |
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Saturday, November 6 at 1pm
Whelm at Gables Cinema
Whelm takes audiences on a mind-bending odyssey through the sprawling landscape of the Great Depression. As a midwestern hotel is brutally robbed of the money it's hiding for a notorious gang, WW1 veteran August, and his younger brother Reed, get tangled in a rivalry between a legendary bank robber and a mysterious enigma of a man named Alexander Aleksy. Their journey descends into the madness of the mind, as the estranged brothers are lured into a snare putting them at the center of a larger historic scheme, snowballing to an emotional climax that asks the audience to look inwards. Shot on 16mm film, its luscious cinematography evokes Norman Rockwell's paintings. Stay after the screening for a Q&A with writer/director Skyler Lawson and composer Chris Dudley, moderated by Gables Cinema founder Steven Krams. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/whelm/ |
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Saturday, November 6 at 6pm
The Coral Gables Museum’s Annual Fundraiser Gala
Casablanca Under The Stars - Enjoy a fanciful trip to Casablanca, and celebrate the Museum’s accomplishments and upcoming programs, with special guests Mayor Dorothy Thomson and Colonel John "Jack" Thomson, featuring the Richard Vanderberg Orchestra, casino under the stars, and many more surprises for honored guests and supporters. https://coralgablesmuseum.org/casablanca-under-the-stars/ |
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Saturday, November 6 at 8pm
Matthew McConaughey - Green Lights
Enjoy a virtual evening with Academy Award Winner Matthew McConaughey discussing his new book Green Lights. He considers himself a storyteller by occupation, believes it’s okay to have a beer on the way to the temple, feels better with a day’s sweat on him, and is an aspiring orchestral conductor. Your ticket to this event includes a copy of the book. This event was pre-recorded. Get tickets online. |
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Saturday, November 6 at 9pm
Gundam F91 - 30th Anniversary
Universal Century 0123. After a generation of peace, the Earth Federation has begun to build new space colonies to house humanity's growing population. But a new force, the aristocratic Crossbone Vanguard, plans to seize the colonies of the newly constructed Frontier Side for itself. As their home becomes a battlefield, a handful of young civilians struggle to escape the conflict. To save his friends and family, the reluctant warrior Seabook Arno becomes the pilot of a new Gundam which bears the code name F91. Originally planned as a full-length television series, Gundam F91 instead became the second theatrical outing for the Gundam franchise after Char's Counterattack and saw Gundam creator Yoshiyuki Tomino re-team with original character designer Yoshikazu Yasuhiko and mecha designer Kunio Okawara. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/gundam-f91/ |
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Sunday and Tuesday
Cinema Classic - Jean-Luc Godard's Breathless
Small-time crook Michel (Jean-Paul Belmondo) steals a car and murders a policeman. While on the run, he reconnects with Patricia (Jean Seberg), a journalism student living in Paris, and tries to convince her to escape with him to Italy. So the groundwork is laid for one of the most influential films in cinema history, oft-imitated but never replicated. Breathless, an early example of the hip French New Wave, is a non-stop thrill featuring star turns by Seberg and Belmondo (who passed away in September at the age of 88), strikingly sharp black-and-white photography from lauded cinematographer Raoul Coutard, and then-revolutionary jump-cutting. Director Jean-Luc Godard melds it all together to form one of the absolute coolest films ever made. Sunday at 2pm. Tuesday at 7:30pm. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/breathless/ |
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Sunday, November 7 from 2:30 to 4:30pm
Trail Mix: A Pop-up Party of Commodore Trail Neighbors
Meet up with friends and family gathering to enjoy the Grove's own street food vendors -- Heaven's BBQ and Josh's Key Lime Pie -- or bring your own picnic to the Barnacle's fabulous front lawn on the Bay's waterfront for a gorgeous, relaxed afternoon. Walk, run, bike, or stroll to the Barnacle to make new friends and introduce your friends to the treasures on the Commodore Trail. https://bikecoconutgrove.networkforgood.com/events/35511-trail-mixer |
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Sunday, November 7 at 7:30pm
Cane & Tonic: The Frost Acapella Ensemble
This unique concert travels from the unaccompanied human voice to advanced technology. The acapella ensemble Cane & Tonic performs original arrangements along with vocal melody, harmony, and rhythms from classic pop to contemporary songs. Frost’s innovative Laptop Ensemble writes, arranges, and produces complex electronic music using live music software. Enjoy their cutting-edge sound on YouTube. Event details online. |
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Monday, November 8 at 7:30pm
Landfall - Rock, HipHop, Funk
Get ready to shake, rattle, and roll with Landfall’s original music and fresh arrangements of classic rock tunes. RUCK opens the program with hip-hop/funk inspired compositions and arrangements. This free event requires advance ticketing. |
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Tuesday, November 9 at 7:30pm
Intersections: Exploring Visual Art through Music
The DownBeat award-winning Frost Concert Jazz Band has been the Frost School of Music’s distinguished large jazz ensemble for over thirty years. This innovative multimedia program at UM Gusman Concert Hall explores the relationship between visual art and music. World premiere compositions by the Frost Studio Jazz Writing Program members are paired with works by local visual artists. The esteemed Frost Sextet opens the set. John Daversa and Charles Bergeron direct. https://ci.ovationtix.com/1811/performance/10829879 |
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Starting November 12
Experience NightGarden at Fairchild
NightGarden 2021 returns to Fairchild Garden from November 12 to January 2. Walk through Miami’s most gorgeous Garden at night and find it brought to life with stunning illumination, spectacular special effects, and unbelievable surprises for the whole family. Suspend reality for a few hours and enjoy enchanted activities, such as talking to the wise tree, interacting with our light and sound experiences, and the FairyScope augmented reality app. Plus, dine with some of Miami’s most popular food trucks featuring first-rate food and drink options. https://www.thenightgarden.com |
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The Season Is Here
Everglades Swamp Tours
Reserve space with Everglades Swamp Tours for an amazing adventure in the wild Everglades -- with your own custom tour of these vast open spaces. Experience the natural wildlife up close and appreciate the serene nature of this pristine environment. https://www.evergladesswamptours.com |
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Starting November 12
GabeStage - Arthur Miller's The Price
The legacy theatre program at GableStage begins their new season with a classic American drama -- Arthur Miller's The Price, a two-act play exploring family dynamics, the price of furniture, and the price of one's own decisions. After the Great Depression, Victor Franz gave up going to college to support his father. His brother did not. After 30 years, they return to sell their parents’ estate. GableStage is located at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave. Wednesdays at 2 and 7pm. Thursdays and Fridays at 7pm. Saturdays at 2 and 8pm. Sundays at 2pm. Call 305-445-1119. http://www.gablestage.org |
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Starts November 17
Middletown at Miracle Theatre
Actors’ Playhouse, together with GFour Productions presents Middletown from November 17 to December 12, 2021 at the Miracle Theatre featuing a star-studded lineup of great talent. An exhilarating and universal depiction of love and friendship, Middletown follows the story of two couples who endure the roller coaster of life together, including the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Staged without a set or props, the stars read directly from scripts, as if reading from the book of their own lives -- and ours. Tickets start at $55 and may be purchased at the theatre or in advance online. Call 305-444-9293 x1. https://www.actorsplayhouse.org |
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