Greetings {name},

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

swaying palms and dense vegetation surround a home on the Coral Gables Waterway

Monday, September 4 -- the first Monday in September -- is Labor Day, a national holiday that celebrates the American worker, the American labor movement and the great strides of progress made in securing fair wages and decent working conditions. It's also been the traditional end of summertime and beginning of the school year, and an opportunity for family gatherings and last-minute vacation adventures during the three day weekend.

Sunday, September 10 is National Grandparents Day, an opportunity to honor all grandparents through a range of activities such as gift-giving, card-giving, and for children to invite their grandparents to school for a day where they participate in special lessons or special assembly programs.

Monday, September 11 is Patriot Day, remembering the attack on the World Trade Center in New York City, when nearly 3,000 people died in the attacks. The economic, cultural and emotional impact was immense. 

Friday, September 15 is National POW/MIA Recognition Day as we pause 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.

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

August and September

Miami Spice Signature Dining Experiences 

Enjoy three-course meals at top eateries for just $30/$35 for lunch/brunch and $45/$60 for dinner. New this year, check out the catering options and signature dining experiences. Great food is a highlight of a great getaway, so don't skip the chance to savor Coral Gables' collection of the tastiest cuisines from around the world. Get details online.

Thursday, August 31 at 5pm

End of Summer Community Cleanup

Join volunteers at the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce for the End of Summer Downtown Community Cleanup event. Win great prizes by collecting the most litter. This event is presented by KCGB and the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce. After the event, enjoy light bites and refreshments, courtesy of Baptist Health South Florida. Volunteer hours are available upon request. Get details online.

Thursday, August 31 at 7pm

Amy Paige Condon - The Life of Bill Baggs

A Nervous Man Shouldn’t Be Here in the First Place: The Life of Bill Baggs. "This is not a simple life, my friend, and there are no simple answers." The late editor of the late Miami News, Bill Baggs, stamped these words on plain white postcards and sent them to readers who sent him hate mail–a frequent occurrence, as Baggs, a white editor of a prominent southern newspaper, championed unpopular ideas in his front-page columns, such as protecting the environment, desegregating public schools, and peace in Vietnam. Under his leadership, the Miami News earned three Pulitzer Prizes. For his stances, Baggs earned a bullet hole through his office window, police officers stationed outside his home, and a used Mercedes outfitted with a remote starter so that if it had been rigged with a bomb, it would blow up before he opened the door. Despite his causes and accomplishments, when Baggs died of pneumonia in 1969 at the age of forty-five, his story nearly died with him, and that would have been a travesty because Baggs still has so much to teach us about how to find the answers to those not-so-simple questions, like how to live in peace with one another? Get details online.

Thursday, August 31 at 9:30pm

A Candlelight Tribute to Queen

Discover the music of Queen and more at Hotel Colonnade under the gentle glow of candlelight. Get details online.

Starts Friday

The Miracle Club

Set in 1967, The Miracle Club follows the story of three generations of close friends, Lily (Maggie Smith), Eileen (Kathy Bates), and Dolly (Agnes O'Casey) of Ballygar, outside Dublin, who win a pilgrimage to the sacred French town of Lourdes, that place of miracles that draws millions of visitors each year. Just before their trip, their old friend Chrissie (Laura Linney) arrives in Ballygar for her mother's funeral. The women set out on the journey that they hope will change their lives, with Chrissie, a skeptical traveler, joining in place of her mother. Along the way, old wounds are reopened, forcing the women to confront their pasts even as they travel in search of a miracle. Get details online.

Friday, September 1 at 6pm

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.

Friday, September 1 at 7pm

Orchids at the Artist's Manor

Visit to experience Humberto Benitez's "Orchids at the Artist's Manor" on Gables Gallery Night at 233 Aragon. This exceptional artwork is currently available in limited edition reproduction. Acquisition inquiries are currently being accepted at the gallery. Call 786-877-1045. Get details online.

Saturday, September 2 at 7am

Fabulous Fall Migration — Audubon Field Trip

Tropical Audubon's Brian Rapoza and Bill Boeringer will lead this full-day trip in the Everglades Agricultural Area south of Lake Okeechobee. Tour A1-FEB (Flow Equalization Basin), then visit sod farms and flooded Agricultural fields in the Belle Glade area. Get details online.

Saturday, September 2 at 6pm

Orange Blossom Classic Battle Of The Bands

The Orange Blossom Classic Battle of the Bands is back with a remix of its own at Watsco Center at the University of Miami. For sure to be a showcase of talent from local high school bands from the tri-county area for the chance to receive the unanimous nod for the title of Best Band in the Land. Then brace yourself for an appearance from the mighty FAMU Marching 100s and the Jackson State Sonic Boom. The bands will thrill and entertain as they set the stage in precision marching, musicianship, and the heritage of HBCU Marching Bands. This battle is guaranteed to keep you on your feet, out of your seats, and get you hype for the big game during the Orange Blossom Classic weekend. Get details online.

Saturday, September 2 at 9pm

The Room with Greg Sestero

Attend a special evening with Greg Sestero, star of The Room and co-author of the New York Times bestseller The Disaster Artist. The event will include a special 20th anniversary screening of The Room and an extended Q&A with Greg. Plus, you'll get to see bonus content from the making of The Room, The Disaster Artist, and Greg’s upcoming film projects. Get details online.

Sunday, September 3 at 1pm

Ship of Fools

Stanley Kramer's star-studded, Academy Award-winning adaptation of Katherine Anne Porter's novel about passengers aboard an ocean liner bound to Germany from Mexico in 1933 forms a potent allegory of a world drifting inexorably towards war. With its incredible cast, including Vivien Leigh (in her last screen role), Simone Signoret, Lee Marvin, George Segal, Oskar Werner and Jose Ferrer, Ship of Fools is a powerful drama and a compelling viewing experience. It remains one of the finest ensemble pieces of the period. Get details online.

Tuesday, September 5 at 7pm

David Lynch - Blue Velvet

4K Remaster -- writer/director David Lynch's dark and sensuous mystery reveals the sordid underbelly of a small American town, where something is going on behind the white picket fences. After stumbling upon a severed human ear in a field, mystery-loving college student Jeffrey Beaumont (Kyle MacLachlan) is determined to find out what. Teaming up with the daughter (Laura Dern) of a local police detective (George Dickerson), Jeffrey's investigation leads him into a strange world of sensuality and violence, with the intrigue of the missing ear seemingly stemming from the relationship between a troubled nightclub singer (Isabella Rossellini) and a sociopathic sadomasochist (Dennis Hopper). Get details online.

Wednesday, September 6 at 1pm

Poetry Soiree with Tere Starr

The Miami Poets celebrate all things poetic. Bring poems to read, yours or those by favorite poets. Share publishing ideas, contests to enter, and new formats to explore. Get philosophical and discuss what poetry means now and through the ages. Poetry enhances our lives so anything goes so long as poetry is in the equation. Call 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years an older. Get details online.

Wednesday, September 6 at 3pm

Family Storytime at the Library

Bring the kids to the Coral Gables Library for stories, songs and activities. Call the branch at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Thursday, September 7 at 10am

Women In Philanthropy

Attend a conversation sponsored by the Coral Gables Community Foundation focused on women in Philanthropy at the Coral Gables Art Cinema. Highlighting their philanthropic support, panelists will engage in conversations about creating change and where they see the future of women and philanthropy within their respective communities and beyond. Admission is free. Get details online.

Thursday, September 7 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, September 7 at 6pm

A Good Book Book Club

Join fellow readers in person at the Pinecrest Library or online via Zoom to discuss the month's chosen title. Registration is required. For online event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Call the branch at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 year and older. Get details online.

Thursday, September 7 at 7pm

Susan Ford Collins - BLUR: Clear the Way Ahead

How to lead in moments when you are in BLUR or your partner or family or organization is, and you are asked to step up. Even when you don’t feel you can but you must, even when others are not there to play their usual parts. Even when you find all your stuff plus all their stuff on your plate -- and it’s already overflowing. Get details online.

Thursday, September 7 at 7pm

Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars

Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice -- where every story starts with a wish. Experience the magic of Frozen 2 and celebrate the power of love with Elsa, Anna, Olaf, and Kristoff at the Watsco Center at the University of Miami. Get details online.

Thursday, September 7 at 7:30pm

Historic Ghost Tour at Deering

Explore the history of the Deering Estate and step into the past on a Ghost Tour. Guides will share stories of historic events, insights into previous inhabitants and the record of paranormal activity experienced by visitors and staff. Walking the same paths that Indigenous People, Miami’s early settlers, and even Charles Deering have walked as we navigate the moments that linger on. Please dress comfortably: closed toe shoes, bring your own flashlight, and mosquito repellent is recommended. Equipment used to detect paranormal activity -- such as pendulums, dowsing rods, EMF meters and cameras are welcome. Tour may contain mature subject matter. This program is for adults and youth ages 9 and older. Get details online.

Thursday, September 7 at 8pm

Karaoke at Bay 13

Unleash your inner rockstar at Bay 13 Brewery's Karaoke Night. Sing, sip, and savor a night of music, fun, and great brews. Get details online.

Friday, September 8 at 7pm

Gretell Barreiro - Barnacle Under Moonlight

Cuban composer, pianist, actress and singer Gretell Barreiro has built a solid career as an independent artist in Cuba and Miami. Get details online.

Friday, September 8 at 7:30pm

An Evening Of Song

Enjoy a performance by tenor Anthony Dean Griffey with Warren Jones on piano, presenting an evening of song featuring Bridge’s Three Songs for Voice, Viola and Piano and Vaughan Williams' On Wenlock Edge, at Gusman Concert Hall. Get details online.

Saturday, September 9 at 10am

Homework Help and Tutoring

Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. Call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust. Get details online.

Saturday, September 9 at 11am

Song of the Sea

From the creators of the Academy Award-nominated Wolfwalkers and The Secret of Kells comes a breathtakingly gorgeous, hand-drawn masterpiece. Based on the Irish legend of the Selkies, Song of the Sea tells the story of the last seal-child, Saoirse, and her brother Ben, who go on an epic journey to save the world of magic and discover the secrets of their past. Pursued by the owl witch Macha and a host of ancient and mythical creatures, Saoirse and Ben race against time to awaken Saoirse’s powers and keep the spirit world from disappearing forever. As enthralling for adults as it is for children young and old, Song of the Sea is a wonder of magical storytelling and visual splendor that is destined to become a classic. Get details online.

Saturday, September 9 from noon to 4pm

Family Day on Aragon

Visit the Coral Gables Museum on the second Saturday of each month for engaging family activities, including arts and crafts, live performances and more. Enjoy live music and free admission for the entire family to the museum's exhibits. The artist-in-residence for the season will offer special programming during each Family Day event. Get details online.

Saturday, September 9 at 2pm

Tour of Historic Palm Lodge and Homestead Museum

The Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade historical society invites one and all to join a very special field trip -- a visit to the Historic Palm Lodge and the Town Hall Museum in historic Homestead. Meet at the historic Palm Lodge at 2pm for a delightful tour of this fully restored historical gem and learn all about Colonel Henry Wallace Johnston from Kentucky and his fruitful enterprise, with a taste of what life was like in this pioneer wilderness a century ago. The address is 17390 SW 296th Street, Homestead FL 33030. Then, we journey to the fascinating Homestead Town Hall Museum, full of wonderful artifacts and exhibits from the last century, artfully organized and presented in the original location of town hall, in the heart of historic old Homestead. The address is 41 North Krome Ave, Homestead, FL 33030, across from the historic Seminole Theatre. Get details online.

Saturday, September 9 at 9pm

Candlelight Ballet: Featuring Tchaikovsky

Discover the music of Tchaikovsky accompanied by ballet dancers at the Scottish Rite under the gentle glow of candlelight. Get details online.

Tuesday, September 12 at noon

50¢ Wings at JohnMartin's

What goes better with draft pints? Enjoy a great deal on delicious 50¢ chicken wings every Tuesday at JohnMartin's on Miracle Mile -- from open ’til close. Pair with a hearty Smithwick’s Red Ale, Tank IPA, Harp Lager, the house special Johnmartin’s Lager, or the classic Guinness Stout Irish Pint. JohnMartin's is located at 253 Miracle Mile. Call 305-209-0609. Get details online.

Tuesday, September 12 at 7pm

David Lynch - Mulholland Dr.

4K Restoration -- Along Mulholland Drive nothing is what it seems. In the unreal universe of Los Angeles, the city bares its schizophrenic nature, an uneasy blend of innocence and corruption, love and loneliness, beauty and depravity. A woman is left with amnesia following a car accident. An aspiring young actress finds her staying in her aunt's home. The puzzle begins to unfold, propelling us through a mysterious labyrinth of sensual experiences until we arrive at the intersection of dreams and nightmares. Naomi Watts and Laura Harring star. Written and directed by David Lynch. Get details online.

Tuesday, September 13 at 9am

City Commission Meeting

The City of Coral Gables will be holding its Regular Meeting commencing at 9am. Members of the public may participate in person, but are also able to participate via the Zoom platform. Get agenda details online.

Tuesday, September 13 at 9pm

Blues Jam Session

Every Wednesday evening, Titanic Brewery transforms into a blues club with an open-stage blues jam session at 5813 Ponce. Get details online.

Sunday, September 17 at 4:30pm

Preserve & Protect: The Early Days of Saving Places

100 Voices -- Visit Coral Gables Merrick House for Yesteryear Stories of Coral Gables. As the city’s first Director of Historic Preservation, Ellen Uguccioni crafted the cottage ordinance, helped bring back the Biltmore, and further defined the unique look of Coral Gables. This prolific speaker and author will share anecdotes of her adventures in city stewardship at Merrick House. Get details online.

Thursday, September 21 at 7pm

Stephen Raichlen - The Barbecue! Bible

Books & Books will host an evening with author Steven Raichlen, celebrating the 25th anniversary of his cookbook, The Barbecue! Bible: More than 500 Great Grilling Recipes from Around the World.  Get details online.

Tuesday/Wednesday September 26-27 at 8pm

The Placemaker Poet

Inspired by the acclaimed biography "George E. Merrick: Son of the Southwind" by Arva Moore Parks, What if Works presents The Placemaker Poet, a dramatic curation written and directed by Phillip M. Church, exploring the life and legacy of visionary developer George E. Merrick, from his arrival in Florida at age 13 to his death as Miami Postmaster in 1942. Incorporating drama, poetry, music, dance, and digital projections, The Placemaker Poet offers an innovative encounter with theatre, preserving and sharing community history as a live experience at the Coral Gables Museum. Get details online.

Sunday, November 12 from 2 to 5pm

Miami Rum Festival Tasting Event

Make plans to attend the 14th annual Miami Rum Festival at the Coral Gables Woman's Club, with an amazing variety of rums to sample from around the world. Purchase $49 general admission or $59 VIP early admission tickets in advance online before they sell out. Get details online.