Greetings {name},

Friday, July 22 is Hammock Day, a time to celebrate and enjoy summer as it should be enjoyed -- by spending as much time as possible relaxing in your hammock.

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.

Sunday, July 24 is also Amelia Earhart Day, celebrating the birth of aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart on July 24, 1897.

Saturday, July 30 is the International Day of Friendship, a day to promote friendship in big and small ways. In 2011, the United Nations declared this an official international day, to be celebrated annually on July 30th.

Sunday, August 7 is Purple Heart Day, an opportunity to pay respects to fallen soldiers, to listen to the stories of soldiers and veterans, and to thank them for their service to the nation.

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

Looking South beyond the Biltmore Tower toward University of Miami.

click on the image to see enlargement.

Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Registered Voters

Be Election Ready

In preparation for the August 23, 2022 Primary Election, all voters were mailed a new voter information card. Please review it carefully to ensure you know which districts you are assigned to and that all your information is correct. This includes your party affiliation. If any of the information needs to be updated or you have any questions, contact the Miami-Dade Elections Department at 305-499-VOTE (8683). Early Voting will commence from August 8 to 21. Get more details online. http://www.iamelectionready.org

Thursday, July 21 from 8 to 9am

Coffee With A Cop

Attend a friendly gathering of local residents and officers from the Coral Gables Police Department -- enjoying coffee and conversation -- at Café Demetrio, 300 Alhambra Circle. Come for the Cappuccino and stay for the French Toast Croissandwich. No advance registration required. http://www.cafedemetrio.com

Thursday, July 21 at 5:30pm

Sip & Stroll In The Garden

Experience Fairchild Garden in a new light, with a unique event amidst the stunning beauty of this natural wonder, with luscious libations in the sultry summer evening setting. You'll find Latin & salsa music by Grupo Contreras; access to the rainforest and plant conservatories during golden hour; signature cocktail and specialty bar; food trucks, lawn games and more. Picnic baskets are available for purchase. Get details and purchase tickets online.

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.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday at noon

Jodie Comer - Prima Facie

National Theatre Live at Coral Gables Art Cinema presents Jodie Comerin her West End debut -- the UK premiere of Suzie Miller’s award-winning play -- Prima Facie. Tessa is a young, brilliant barrister. She has worked her way up from working-class origins to be at the top of her game; defending; cross-examining and winning. An unexpected event forces her to confront the lines where the patriarchal power of the law, burden of proof and morals diverge. Prima Facie takes us to the heart of where emotion and experience collide with the rules of the game. Justin Martin directs this solo tour de force, captured live from the intimate Harold Pinter Theatre in London’s West End. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/prima-facie-ntl/

Starts Friday

Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song

Opening Night Red Carpet Event - Enjoy light bites and Canadian wine with the sounds of Leonard Cohen's music at the red carpet opening night reception on Friday, July 22 at 7pm, followed by the film at 8pm. This will be a full-capacity event. Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, A Journey, A Song is a definitive exploration of singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen as seen through the prism of his internationally renowned composition, "Hallelujah." This feature-length documentary weaves together three creative strands: the songwriter and his times; the song's dramatic journey from record label reject to chart-topping hit; and moving testimonies from major recording artists for whom "Hallelujah" has become a personal touchstone. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/hallelujah-leonard-cohen/

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

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/

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/

Saturday, July 23 at 9pm

Death Becomes Her

An American Classic... Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn co-star with Bruce Willis in Robert Zemeckis' outrageously entertaining comedy about greed, vanity, sex, immortality, life and death. Isabella Rossellini is a beautiful enchantress who changes their lives -- and deaths -- forever in this hilarious dark comedy with Academy Award-winning special effects. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/death-becomes-her/

Sunday, July 24 at 7pm

Miami Short Film Festival - Feel Good Films

The Deering Estate in partnership with the Miami short Film Festival presents the “Focus On Series” featuring feel good films. Enjoy a complimentary welcome cocktail reception and the screening of seven feel good short films at the Deering Estate Visitor Center theater. The cost is $20. Get details and purchase tickets online only.

Monday, July 25 at 8pm

Tribute To Ira Sullivan - Jazz Mondays

Every Monday, the Miami Jazz Coop presents great musicians representing a wide range of jazz with cabaret style seating to ensure an intimate jazz experience at the UU Congregation of Miami, 7701 SW 76 Avenue (Ira Sullivan Way). Blue Road Records Band and Brev Sullivan's Tribute To Ira Sullvan gets started at 8pm. Get details and tickets online. 

Tuesday, July 26 at 8:30am

Great Park Summit Virtual Conference

Presented by Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation & Open Spaces Department and the Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade, the Great Park Summit is an Online event that will bring together thought-leaders and experts in conservation, park and urban planning, government, health, fitness, sports, and other industries from across the US to discuss how parks enhance our community’s quality of life through great parks, open spaces, greenways and trails. Get details and tickets online.

Wednesday, July 27 at 2pm

Jaws 3-D

Beat the heat with our Summer Matinee Series. Presented in 3-D, Dennis Quaid, Bess Armstrong, Simon MacCorkindale and Academy Award winner Louis Gossett Jr. star in the most terrifying Jaws adventure ever. Everyone at Florida's Sea World is thrilled with the new Undersea Kingdom, a maze of underwater plexiglass tunnels that permits visitors to get closer to marine life than ever before. The opening ceremonies include many important guests -- and one uninvited baby shark who accidentally enters the park's lagoon through a faulty sea gate and subsequently dies. The young shark's 35-foot mother soon follows her offspring, creating the most horrifying tale of terror ever filmed in the water. Directed by original Jaws production designer, Joe Alves and filled with heart-pounding 3-D effects, this Jaws will have you screaming for your life. https://www.gablescinema.com/events/jaws-3d/

Tuesday, August 2 at 7pm

Gringo Bingo at Clutch Burger

Attend the Woman's Club Gringo Bingo party with emcee Steven Bradley and DJ Germain providing music. Partial proceeds will benefit teachers' wish lists at Tucker and ACE Academy. The price is $30 and includes 12 bingo game cards and one coverall for grand prize. Payment made be made with check made out to Coral Gables Woman's Club, or cash, or Venmo on the night of event. Please RSVP to Gloria via email at Gloria@cnews.net. Clutch Burger is located at 146 Giralda Ave. Call 305-400-8242. https://clutchburger.com

Thursday, August 4 at 8pm

Christian Sands - Jazz Piano

Five-time Grammy nominee with staggering piano technique and insights brings a fresh look at the entire language of jazz. Solo jazz piano illuminates a memorable summer night at the Congregational Church. Christian Sands' Be Water II albums has been nominated for the 63rd Annual Grammy Awards for Best Instrumental Composition. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Friday, August 5 at 2 and 7pm

Disney's Descendants: The Musical

The Actors’ Playhouse “On Broadway” Advanced Camp is proud to present Disney’s Descendants: The Musical for two performances only on Friday, August 5 at 2 and 7pm. Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical is a brand-new musical jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the films. Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost -- home of the most infamous villains who ever lived -- the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island... until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps or learn to be good? The Miracle Theatre is located at 280 Miracle Mile. For complete details, call 305-444-9293. https://www.actorsplayhouse.org/childrens-theatre/

Behold Light Transformed

The Hunter Douglas Gallery at Biscayne Décor

Offering a complete shopping experience, with premium displays and a full line of window treatment products and services to enhance and elevate your home. The Hunter Douglas Gallery at Biscayne Décor delivers the utmost in both sophistication and quality. These shades are designed and custom-assembled in the USA, built to your specifications and guaranteed to last. Explore different materials, styles, operating systems, fabrics and colors and choose your perfect window-treatment solution. Behold light transformed. Biscayne Décor is located at 1404 Ponce. Call 305-569-0505. https://www.biscaynedecor.com/

Safe Service

Two Computer Guys Help Available

Since 1998, the team at Two Computer Guys has been available for reliable, efficient and friendly service -- from soccer moms and students to small business. They solve problems and get your computer up and running at top speed quickly with personal service. Just call when you need a little help. 305-444-1984. https://www.twocomputerguys.com

A Unique Dining Experience

Royd’s on Krome

Bring the family to Royd's On Krome to enjoy the delightful ambience of an old Southwestern town, featuring a mix of Latin and Southern comfort food, with fresh fruit milkshakes and home-made desserts. On the weekends, enjoy the mechanical bull rides, pony rides and a farm animal exhibit for the kids, with live music and a festive atmosphere. From the architecture to the agriculture, it's a beautiful family-friendly place -- a charming reflection of the Redland Region where you'll want to return again and again. Royd's is located at 20800 SW 177 Avenue. They're open Wednesday and Thursday from 8am to 5pm; Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 7pm. Call 305-799-8996. https://roydssfl.com