Greetings {name},

The Third Friday of September (September 16) is National POW/MIA Recognition Day, a time to remember the sacrifices and service of those who were prisoners of war (POW), as well as those who are missing in action (MIA), and their families.

Thursday, September 22 is the September Equinox, the moment the Sun crosses the celestial equator—an imaginary line in the sky above Earth’s equator—from north to south.

Monday, September 26 is Rosh Hashanah, the start of the Jewish New Year. It's also Navratri, one of the most revered Hindu festivals observed in the honour of goddess Mahadevi.

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

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

Coral Gables Riviera Waterway Home

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Final Curtain

Fade by Tanya Saracho

Directed by Teo Castellanos, this witty dramatic comedy is about class, integrity, and culture. Lucia is understandably nervous. It's day one at her first TV writing job. As a Hispanic novelist, she may actually be the "diversity hire" she's heard whispers about. Uncertain whether she can make a place for herself in cutthroat Hollywood, she feels less alone when she meets Abel, the Latino janitor. They form a bond and share stories, but it turns out that their friendship is not what Abel expects. The play continues through September 18. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, Sept. 17 at 10:30am

CAP Saturday Music Classes

The Community Arts Program is now accepting applications for the 2022-2023 Saturday Music Classes for kids ages 5-18 at Coral Gables Congregational Church. Practice your instrument, together, with a CAP Conservatory for the Arts teacher; learn music theory; parent forums; concert outings. The finale is the center-stage performance. Call 305-448-7421 x120 or email: info@CommunityArtsProgram.org. Get details and apply online. https://communityartsprogram.org/cap-saturday-music-classes/

Saturday, September 17 at 8pm

Music of Argentina and Cuba

From the Altiplano to the streets of La Havana -- this concert includes the music of Máximo Diego Pujol, Eduardo Martín, Ástor Piazzolla, Leo Brouwer, among others at UM Clarke Recital Hall. Featuring guitarists and Frost School of Music professors Rafael Padron and Federico Musgrove Stetson. This concert is part of the VI International Guitar Festival, which is a collaboration between the Frost School of Music and the Florida Guitar Foundation. Get details and tickets online.

Saturday, September 17 at 8pm

Miami Transfer - The New Opera

Enjoy an opera fusing contemporary dance, visual arts and poetry at the Miracle Theatre, by The Operea Atelier. Get details and tickets online.

Monday, September 19 at 8pm

Monday Jazz - Zack Bartholomew Trio

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). Zack Bartholomew Trio gets started at 8pm. Get details and tickets online.

Friday, September 23 at 5:30pm

QP Tapas at MKT Kitchen

Each Friday and Saturday night starting at 5:30pm, MKT Kitchen will transform from cafe and market to restaurant serving Chef Josh Elliott’s QPTapas dinner-only menu which will feature hot and cold small plates such as fresh crudos and yakitori, as well as large format dishes including Paella inspired by Valencia and Okonomiyaki, a savory Osaka-style pancake. A boutique selection of sake, wine, and beer plus a well-rounded non-alcoholic cocktail list complements the bold flavors of the cuisine. Enthusiasts can attend a preview Tapas Night on Thursday, September 15 from 6 to 8pm. For more information on QP Tapas, visit www.qptapas.com.

Friday, September 23 at 6pm

Vinos At The Venetian

Attend the fourth annual wine auction benefitting the Coral Gables Community Foundation. Guests will be treated to live music by Guerra Grooves, a curated wine auction and live dinner stations at Venetian Pool. Proceeds benefit the Foundation's robust scholarship and grant-making programs. Bottles start pouring at 6pm. Get details and purchase tickets online.

October 7, 8, 9

Redland Orchid Festival at Fruit & Spice Park

Since 1997, the Redland International Orchid Festival has presented a plethora of local and international orchid growers, along with educational programs, during this three day event at the Fruit & Spice Park, a unique botanical treasure. Meet the growers from near and far. Attend lectures to learn how to grow your orchids or control insects. Purchase your favorite flowers to take home and enjoy for years to come. Tickets will be available online, or pay at the entrance. https://redlandorchidfestival.com

Saturday, October 8

First Annual Bacon and BBQ at Fairchild Gardens

Enjoy savory tastings, sip flights of bourbon and take in some live music as Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens presents the first annual First Annual Bacon and BBQ family event featuring Live Band & DJ,  Bourbon Tastings, Beer Tastings, Bacon and BBQ Tastings, Lawn Games and lots of special activities for the kids. Those who dare can join the eating contest. Get details and purchase tickets online. https://fairchildgarden.org/events/bacon-bbq-classic/

Nov 13 - Miami Rum Festival

Rum Renaissance Tasting Event

Save the dates for the upcoming Miami Rum Renaissance Festival in Coral Gables on the weekend of November 12-13, 2022. Saturday begins with a series of seminars -- Cane To Glass -- featuring a complete review of the production process from cane culture and fermentation to distillation, wood management and blending. Sunday is the grand tasting event with more than 150 rums from around the world, plus a collection of vintage, limited edition and rare rums to taste. Get tickets online in advance before they sell out. https://www.rumrenaissance.com

Saturday, November 12 from 4 to 7pm

Bluegrass and BBQ at Anderson's Corner

Dade Heritage Trust celebrates 50 years of preservation at the historic Anderson’s Corner -- perhaps the oldest building still standing from the pioneer era of the Redland countryside. Check in on the new restoration with a fun afternoon in South Dade. Enjoy great BlueGrass Music from the Rambling String Band and tasty BBQ from Smoke and Spice. RSVP and get $75 tickets online. https://dadeheritagetrust.org/event/andersons-corner-bluegrass-and-bbq-to-benefit-dht/

Behold Light Transformed

The Hunter Douglas Gallery at Biscayne Décor

Offering a complete shopping experience, The Hunter Douglas Gallery at Biscayne Décor presents premium displays and a full line of window treatment products and services to enhance and elevate your home, delivering 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/