Greetings {name},

Thursday, July 14 is Bastille Day, a traditional holiday in French territories marking the anniversary of the fall on July 14, 1789, of the Bastille, in Paris.

The Third Sunday in July -- the 17th -- is National Ice Cream Day. In 1984, President Ronald Reagan proclaimed July as National Ice Cream Month. He also established National Ice Cream Day as the third Sunday in the month.

Tuesday, July 19 is National Daiquiri Day, so set aside time to enjoy the original simple concoction of fresh lime juice with light dry rum and a touch of sugar, hand shaken to perfection and served neat in a cocktail glass.

Sunday, July 24 is Parent's Day, on the fourth Sunday of July each year, a chance to recognize, uplift and support the role of parents in bringing up their children.

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

A Century Of Fine Art

Twenty Visionary Women From Cuba

Cernuda Arte is proud to present a historic exhibition of artworks by twenty visionary women from Cuba. This show is the first-of-its-kind, recognizing a century of contributions by four generations of female masters who have often been overlooked by the arts community. This special exhibition is currently on view at the Gallery, 3155 Ponce. For details, email: cernudaarte@msn.com or call 305-461-1050. https://secure.cernudaarte.com/

please enjoy this image that reminds us of the beauty and serenity of our majestic city

Adenium Desert Rose plants, east African and Arabian natives, are perfect specimens for the intrepid or novice gardener.

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

During the Month of July

Sip and Savor Specials 

From 4 to 7pm, enjoy specially priced cocktails and appetizers at more than 20 participating restaurants. This two-week Sip and Savor promotion, celebrates the incredible diversity and quality of cuisine in the City Beautiful. https://www.experiencecoralgables.com/sip-savor

Friday, Saturday, Sunday at noon

Apollo 11

From director Todd Douglas Miller comes a cinematic event fifty years in the making. Crafted from a recently discovered trove of 65mm footage, and more than 11,000 hours of uncatalogued audio recordings, Apollo 11 takes us straight to the heart of NASA’s most celebrated mission -- the one that first put men on the moon, and forever made Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin into household names. Immersed in the perspectives of the astronauts, the team in Mission Control, and the millions of spectators on the ground, we vividly experience those momentous days and hours in 1969 when humankind took a giant leap into the future. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/apollo-11/

Now Playing through July 31

Hank Williams: Lost Highway

Mark Harelik and Randal Myler's Hank Williams: Lost Highway is the spectacular musical biography of the legendary singer-songwriter as one of the great innovators of American popular music. The play follows Williams’ rise from his beginnings on the Louisiana Hayride to his triumphs on the Grand Ole Opry to his eventual self-destruction at only twenty-nine and includes unforgettable songs like “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” “Move It on Over” and “Hey, Good Lookin’.” The Miracle Theatre is located at 280 Miracle Mile. Actors' Playhouse presents performances on Wednesday through Saturday evenings at 8pm, plus Sunday at 3pm. For complete details, call 305-444-9293. http://www.actorsplayhouse.org

Now Playing through July 31

Rubenology, The Making of an American Legend

GableStage and Abre Camino Collective present the World Premiere of Rubenology, The Making of an American Legend, a heart-warming comedy starring Cuban-American actor Ruben Rabasa.  Ticket prices range from $40-$45. Because Ruben has a robust following of young people, all patrons under the age of 35 are able to access tickets starting at $20. https://www.gablestage.org/rubenology/

Friday, July 15 at 6pm

Pablo Cartaya - The Last Beekeeper

In a future shaken by climate disasters, Yolanda Cicerón knows that nature is something to be feared. While life in the Valley is brutal and harsh, she dreams of leaving her farm to live in Silo -- the most advanced town for miles around. But first, Yoly will need to prove she belongs in a place where only the smartest and most useful are welcomed. The Last Beekeeper by award-winning author Pablo Cartaya is a gripping adventure story about fighting to right the wrongs of past generations while finding hope in the present. Meet the author at Books & Books, 265 Aragon at 6pm. Call 305-442-4408. Get details online.

Friday, July 15 at 6:30pm

Long Live The New Flesh: The Films Of David Cronenberg

In honor of his most recent film "Crimes of the Future," which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in May, the Cosford Cinema is holding a mini-retrospective of some of director David Cronenberg's most iconic movies. The Canadian filmmaker is considered to be the cinema's greatest purveyor of body horror, which is defined as horror that is derived from the destruction or deterioration of the human body. Cosford Cinema is located on the second floor of the Memorial Classroom building on UM campus. Cash only. Call 305-284-4861. Get details online.

Starts Friday

Murina at Gables Cinema

On a remote island along Croatia's Adriatic coast, 17-year-old Julija spends her days diving for eel with her domineering father Ante and watching other teens party on a nearby yacht. Julija bristles at Ante's heavy-handed cruelty and resents her mother Nela's passivity. She longs for independence but is unsure how to achieve it, until the arrival of the rich and mysterious Javier seems to offer a way out. Flattered by Javier's praise and stories of traveling the world, Julija sees him as the solution to all her problems. But does his affection portend freedom, or something more sinister? Winner of the Caméra d'Or (Best First Film) at the Cannes Film Festival. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/murina/

Saturday, July 16 at 10:30am

Art Class: Orchids In Watercolor And Color Pencil

Add a little bit of color to your weekend with this collection of orchid varieties. Take a stroll throughout the garden, snap a few great pictures of the blooms, and capture their beauty through art. Bring your favorite reference and under the guidance of Carlos Gallostra, you will be able to develop a dynamic illustrative work in watercolor, color pencils, or mixtures of both. All levels are welcomed. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, July 16 at 7:30pm

The Fly (1986)

David Cronenberg’s biggest box-office hit stars Jeff Goldblum as a scientist tinkering with teleportation and Geena Davis as the reporter who falls in love with him. Winner of the Oscar for Best Makeup, the movie remains an astonishingly visceral experience, with Goldblum’s gradual deterioration into a man-insect hybrid as gruesome and heartbreaking today as it was 16 years ago. Cosford Cinema is located on the second floor of the Memorial Classroom building on UM campus. Cash only. Call 305-284-4861. https://cosfordcinema.com/event/the-fly-1986/

Saturday, July 16 at 8pm

Jazz Duo Davis And Dow

The Deering Estate Summer Cabaret Concert series presents multi award winning jazz duo Davis and Dow -- two strong halves of one big sound; a culmination of performing and touring together for 25 years. They tackle jazz and pop standards with a daring sense of abandon. While their style is deeply rooted in the classic jazz tradition, they enjoy weaving different genres of music into their repertoire. A Bossa Nova sung in French or a jazz standard with a Bach Interlude. Tickets are $120. Get details and tickets online.

Saturday, July 16 at 9pm

Drop Dead Gorgeous

The Sarah Rose American Teen Princess Pageant is a beauty contest to die for! And that's exactly what the contestants in Mount Rose, Minnesota, are doing. Ever since the vivacious-but-vicious former beauty queen Gladys Leeman (Kirstie Alley) started pushing her charm-challenged daughter, Rebecca (Denise Richards), to win at all costs, the competition has been dropping like flies. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/drop-dead-gorgeous/

Wednesday, July 20 at 2pm

Summertime at Gables Cinema

With this sublimely bittersweet tale of romantic longing, director David Lean left behind the British soundstage to capture in radiant Technicolor the sun-splashed glory of Venice at the height of summer. In a tour de force of fearless vulnerability, Katharine Hepburn portrays the conflicting emotions that stir the heart of a lonely, middle-aged American tourist who is forced to confront her insecurities when she is drawn into a seemingly impossible affair with a charming Italian shopkeeper (Rossano Brazzi) amid the ancient city’s canals and piazzas. Lean’s personal favorite among his own films, Summertime is an exquisitely tender evocation of the magic and melancholy of a fleeting, not-quite-fairy-tale romance. Beat the heat with Gables Cinema's Summer Matinee Series featuring 2-for-1 beer and wine with $8 tickets every Wednesday at 2pm. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/summertime/

Thursday, July 21 at 8pm

Brass Institutes of America Quintet

Highly-accomplished jazz, classical, orchestral, and chamber musicians bring virtuosic performances to create an artistic palette of colorfully epic proportions – from classical to Broadway, and beyond, at the Congregational Church's Community Arts Program Summer Concert Series. Patron level tickets include reserved, general seating within rows 1 through 9. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, July 23 at 7:30pm

Dead Ringers at Cosford Cinema

Arguably the most disturbing film in David Cronenberg’s body of work, this story of twin gynecologists (played by Jeremy Irons) playing a dangerous game with one of their patients (Genevieve Bujold) marked a transition for the director in terms of subject matter and style. Shot by cinematographer Peter Suschitzky in an unnervingly cool, remote palette (aside from some blood-red surgical suits) “Dead Ringers” qualifies more as a psychological study than a horror film, although horror is what you’re left feeling as the brothers descend into drug addiction, their carefully manicured lives fraying into chaos. Cosford Cinema is located on the second floor of the Memorial Classroom building on UM campus. Cash only. Call 305-284-4861. https://cosfordcinema.com/event/dead-ringers-1988/

2022 Audubon Photography Awards

Winners and Honorable Mentions

With their stunning looks and captivating behaviors, birds often enthrall us when they cross our path. Many people spend hours or years seeking them out. But just as often, we stumble upon unique moments in a stroke of luck. Sometimes all it takes is simply stopping to appreciate an everyday scene with fresh eyes. Almost 2,500 photographers and videographers submitted nearly 10,000 entries to this year’s contest -- sharing the fruits of their boundless attention. In a world filled with endless distractions, that is a gift. View the winning photos online.