Greetings {name},

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

the crest atop city hall contains elements and symbols representing the founder's concepts for the community

Sunday, July 30 is The International Day of Friendship, a United Nations observance that promotes the important role that friendship plays in promoting peace in many cultures, such as the Sister Cities program.

Monday, August 7 is Purple Heart Day, a solemn occasion 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 -- including restaurant row in the 100 block of Giralda. 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

Held Over

Oppenheimer (70mm)

Written and directed by Christopher Nolan, this epic thriller tells the story of the American physicist J. Robert Oppenheimer and his pivotal contribution to the creation of the atomic bomb. The film stars Cillian Murphy as J. Robert Oppenheimer and Emily Blunt as his wife, biologist and botanist Katherine "Kitty" Oppenheimer. Oscar winner Matt Damon portrays General Leslie Groves Jr., director of the Manhattan Project, and Robert Downey, Jr. plays Lewis Strauss, a founding commissioner of the U.S. Atomic Energy Commission. Oppenheimer also stars Oscar winner Rami Malek and reunites Nolan with eight-time Oscar nominated actor, writer and filmmaker Kenneth Branagh. Coral Gables Art Cinema is the only art cinema in the southeastern United States equipped to screen films in 70mm, the high-resolution format that became synonymous with the medium's epics and films of exceptional visual grandeur. Get details online.

Now Playing

Defending The Cavewoman

Whose cave is it anyway? The raucous mid-life existential crisis unfolds as Defending the Cavewoman digs deep into the caves of the female psyche and sends the males of the species scattering in all directions by debunking the stereotypical myths about how women think. It’s a tongue-in-cheek, affectionate look at the quirks, foibles and idiosyncrasies of both men and women, from the modern female perspective. This inspirational, laugh-a-minute comedy written by Emma Peirson is about two completely different creatures, desperately trying to co-exist on one tiny planet -- and sharing one bathroom. Don’t miss the United States premiere of this wild one-woman show starring the award-winning actress Lindsey Corey. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Final Week

Taste The Gables

Coral Gables presents Taste The Gables, a month of culinary delights and exciting events at more than 50 local eateries. Taste the Gables invites residents and visitors alike to indulge in an array of epicurean experiences, showcasing the finest cuisine the city has to offer. For the first time, both full-service and casual eateries have been invited to participate, providing specially curated prix-fixe menus at attractive price points Monday through Thursday. As part of Taste the Gables, Giralda Plaza will host a free live concert every Friday from 8 to 10pm, offering enchanting musical journeys with an inviting atmosphere for all to enjoy. Get details online.

Thursday, July 27 at 7pm

Steinway Piano Gallery - Spiriocast Listening Party

A complete audio, visual and acoustic experience, Spririocast is the live broadcast of high resolution acoustic performances, perfectly synced with video -- only available on Steinway Spirio pianos. This Spirio piano is capable of perfectly reproducing the performance of an artist in another location in real time. The evening will feature a special performance by television's most talked about composer, Nicholas Britell, as he takes us inside the music to HBO's hit series Succession. The listening party will close with a never before seen performance by Jacob Collier, the Grammy award winning singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, who will reimagine favorite songs at the piano in this unique Spiriocast premiere. Get details and RSVP online.

Friday, July 28 at noon

Free Teen-led Art Workshops

Free with museum admission, enjoy a fun and creative activity for the whole family can enjoy with teen-led Art Workshops -- a world of imagination and artistic examination, exploring different forms of printmaking and learning various techniques to create unique prints. Talented young artists will be there to guide every step of the way, providing inspiration and support. Get details online.

Saturday, July 29 at 2pm

Happy Birthday, Harry Potter!

Enjoy magical fun for the entire family at the Coral Gables Library in celebration of Harry Potter's birthday. Wear your best Hogwarts attire, make your own magical wand and join our special guest, Professor M, for magic, a sorting hat ceremony and more. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages. Get details online.

Saturday, July 29 at 2pm

Final Performance - Stuart Little

Based on the classic book by E.B. White, this charming musical about a “little guy underdog” who is determined to survive in a “real people’s world” will touch your heart and tickle your funny bone. Cats, cars and ships are just a few of the challenges that Stuart faces in his quest to be accepted for who he is and not what he looks like. Get details online.

Saturday, July 29 at 10pm

Street Trash

In the sleazy, foreboding world of winos, derelicts and drifters in lower Manhattan, two young runaways -- eighteen-year-old Fred (Mike Lackey) and his younger brother, Kevin (Mark Sferrazza) -- live in a tire hut in the back of an auto wrecking yard. Life is hard, but the most lethal threat to the boys is the mysterious case of "Tenafly Viper" wine in Ed's liquor store window. The stuff is forty years old... and it's gone bad. REAL bad! Anyone who drinks it melts in seconds, and it's only a dollar a bottle! The subversive cult classic/horror comedy Street Trash rode the last wave of super-gore films in the late '80s before cinema entered the era of safe R-Rated horror and unoriginal remakes. Beautifully re-mastered in high-definition, Street Trash will melt your eyes and ears with stunning picture and sound. Get details online.

Sunday, August 30 from 11am to 4pm

Bottomless Brunch at JohnMartin's

The Bottomless Brunch at JohnMartin’s in Coral Gables is a great way to relax and enjoy a delicious meal with friends and family, offering a wide variety of breakfast and lunch items, as well as a full bar. The atmosphere is casual and inviting, and the service is friendly and attentive. Some of the most popular items on the Sunday brunch menu include the Irish Benedict, the toast, and the Breakfast Burger. JohnMartin’s also offers a variety of burgers and sandwiches. Get details online.

Sunday, July 30 at 1pm

Star Wars: A New Hope

Restless young farm boy Luke Skywalker is pulled into the struggle against the tyrannical Galactic Empire when his unsuspecting uncle purchases a droid carrying secret plans that could turn the tide of war in the Rebel Alliance's favor. With the Empire on their trail, Luke and the droid meet Obi-Wan Kenobi, a Jedi Knight who has lived for years in seclusion. After Obi-Wan reveals a dark secret about Luke's past, he begins the boy's Jedi training. They recruit a wise-cracking smuggler and his Wookiee companion to pilot them on their daring mission to deliver the secret plans and rescue the Rebel leader Princess Leia from the clutches of the evil Darth Vader. George Lucas' historic blockbuster forever changed the way that movies are made and seen. Get details online.

Sunday, July 30 at 1pm

Barry Lyndon by Stanley Kubrick

Stanley Kubrick bent the conventions of the historical drama to his own will in this dazzling vision of a pitiless aristocracy, adapted from a novel by William Makepeace Thackeray. In picaresque detail, Barry Lyndon chronicles the adventures of an incorrigible trickster (Ryan O’Neal) whose opportunism takes him from an Irish farm to the battlefields of the Seven Years’ War and the parlors of high society. For the most sumptuously crafted film of his career, which ranked 13th in the directors’ poll, Kubrick recreated the decadent surfaces and intricate social codes of the period, evoking the light and texture of eighteenth-century painting with the help of pioneering cinematographic techniques and lavish costume and production design, all of which earned Academy Awards. The result is a masterpiece -- a sardonic, devastating portrait of a vanishing world whose opulence conceals the moral vacancy at its heart. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Starting Monday, July 31

Beaux Arts Summer Camp at Lowe Art Museum

Lower Art Museum teachers lead campers (5 to 12 years old) to explore various art techniques such as drawing, painting, sculpture, paper mâché, and much more. Campers tour the Lowe Art Museum with their teachers to learn about artists, art periods throughout history, and the application of art mediums. Many art projects planned by our teachers are inspired by works in the Lowe’s collection, providing campers with context and a rich experience. Camp teachers vary projects and aim not to repeat in subsequent sessions during the Summer Camp in order to provide new art experiences to campers who attend camp over multiple weeks. The older children, ages 9 to 12, are usually grouped together. Friends can usually stay together as the camp takes place all in one large room. Get details online.

Tuesday, August 1 at 7pm

Hitchcock - The Man Who Knew Too Much

In Alfred Hitchcock's beloved thriller, James Stewart and Doris Day give magnificent performances as Ben and Jo McKenna, an American couple vacationing in Morocco, whose son is kidnapped and taken to England. Caught up in international espionage, the McKennas' lives hang in the balance as they race to save their son in the chilling, climactic showdown in London's famous Royal Albert Hall. Get details online.

Wednesday, August 2 at 6pm

Underground Millenial Club

Play board games, improvisational games and Jenga. Test your trivia knowledge and more at the Coral Gables Library. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, August 3 from 6 to 8:30pm

Young Associates Museum Happy Hour

Attend the Young Associates of the Coral Gables Museum Social Networking Happy Hour at 6pm. This is a forum for like-minded young professionals in South Florida who share a passion for culture, art, music, and community. Get details online.

Thursday, August 3 at 6:30pm

Meditation Class at the Library

Discover your true self through Sahaja Meditation and see your full potential unfold. Learn to calm and balance yourself, avoid extremes and live in tune with your environment. Beginners welcome. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, August 3 at 7:30pm

CAP Summer Concert - Sinta Quartet

First-prize winner at the Concert Artists Guild Competition, Sinta Quartet continues with accolades for its virtuosity with a live performance at the Congregational Church. Four saxophone masters craft a jaw-dropping experience of Dvořák, Ligeti, Béla Fleck, and others -- from works steeped in folk tradition, to time-honored music from around the globe. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Friday, August 4 from 10am to noon

Pinewood Cemetery Cleanup Event

Meet at the entrance of the Pinewood Cemetery -- 7301 Erwin Road for a volunteer cleanup and invasive plant removal event (principally oyster plants and air potatoes), removing litter found throughout this historic cemetery and helping restore it to pristine condition. There is no parking at the cemetery, so make arrangements to be dropped off or consider ride sharing options. Get details and RSVP online.

Friday, August 4

Coral Gables Gallery Night

Make plans to meet up with family and friends to enjoy the first Friday Gallery Night in Coral Gables. Among the best presentations, you'll find ArtSpace Virginia Miller Galleries at 169 Madeira Avenue; Cernuda Arte at 3155 Ponce de Leon Blvd; the Consulado de Colombia at 280 Aragon Avenue; Coral Gables Museum at 285 Aragon Avenue; Gally Art Collective at 2522 Ponce de Leon Blvd; H. Benitez Fine Art Gallery at 233 Aragon Avenue; Imago Art in Action at 150 Madeira Avenue; Jorge Cavelier at 130 Miracle Mile, Suite 230; and The Americas Collection at 4213 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Get details online. https://www.coralgables.com/events/gables-gallery-night

Monday, August 7 from 9am to 3pm

Coral Gables Museum Summer Camp

Discover Summer Camp at the museum -- Monday through Friday. From exploring art and architecture to learning about environmentalism and sustainability, the museum camp is designed to be both educational and fun, providing a safe and nurturing environment, encouraging your child to develop their creativity, critical thinking, and social skills. Campers have the opportunity to make new friends and participate in engaging hands-on projects and activities. Get details online.

Tuesday, August 8 at 1pm

Let's Talk Septic with Miami Waterkeeper

Join Miami Waterkeeper's Executive Director and Waterkeeper, Rachel Silverstein, Ph.D., and Miami-Dade County District 7 Commissioner Raquel A. Regalado, for a lunch 'n learn conversation about the critical issues surrounding septic systems and what's being done to address them in Coral Gables. Register in advance. Light bites and refreshments will be provided. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Tuesday, August 8 at 7pm

Hitchcock - Rear Window

None of Alfred Hitchcock's films has ever given a clearer view of his genius for suspense than Rear Window. When professional photographer L.B. "Jeff" Jeffries (James Stewart) is confined to a wheelchair with a broken leg, he becomes obsessed with watching the private dramas of his neighbors play out across the courtyard. When he suspects a salesman may have murdered his nagging wife, Jeffries enlists the help of his glamorous socialite girlfriend (Grace Kelly) to investigate the highly suspicious chain of events... Events that ultimately lead to one of the most memorable and gripping endings in all of film history. Get details online.

Starting Wednesday, August 9

Disney's The Little Mermaid

Travel under the sea this fall for an immersive production of Disney's The Little Mermaid as acclaimed director Giancarlo Rodaz comes back to reinvent another classic, inviting audiences to Ariel’s underwater kingdom. Join her as she discovers the joys of the human world above. Based on Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved tale and the classic animated film, The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this reimagined musical production will capture your heart. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Now Energized

Miami-Dade 2023 Solar Co-op

Do solar right. Residents and small businesses of Miami-Dade County are eligible to join this co-op to understand the fine details and get the best prices for clean green solar energy installations. Solar United Neighbors (SUN) is a national nonprofit helping people go solar, join together, and fight for their energy rights. SUN provides unbiased, installer-neutral support through each stage of the process of going solar. There is no obligation to install, and no cost to join. For details, send email to: flteam@solarunitedneighbors.org or visit the web page online.

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Experience The Hunter Douglas Gallery at Biscayne Décor

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