Greetings {name},

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

at the circle by the roundabout on Coral Way at Segovia, a classic Gables fountain faces the Granada Golf Course

Thursday, November 23 -- the fourth Thursday of November is Thanksgiving Day, a federal holiday, a time for considering all our blessings, a day of parades and gatherings, and a long weekend of family gatherings and feasting.

Friday, November 24, the day after Thanksgiving, is known as Black Friday, a public holiday in more than 20 states, and traditionally the day when Christmas shopping retail sales begin with steep discounts.

The Last Saturday in November is Small Business Saturday, a time to consider supporting small neighborhood businesses when planning holiday shopping. 

Monday, November 27 -- the last Monday in November is known as Cyber Monday, a newfound tradition that anticipates many Americans using online purchasing sites to pre-order holiday presents on sale.

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

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Now Playing
Sweet Goats & Blueberry Señoritas
From Miami to Maine, and back to Miami, Sweet Goats & Blueberry Señoritas is about a Cuban-American baker named Beatriz in Maine as she tries to determine whether she should stay with the community she’s developed, or reunite with her estranged mother in Miami. Along the way Beatriz explores what it means to belong as she cooks up the recipes of her childhood with the raw ingredients of her new hometown. Written by Richard Blanco and Vanessa Garcia, the Actors' Playhouse production continues at Miracle Theatre through December 3. Get details online.

Now through January 7
Night Garden at Fairchild
Bring the family out to Fairchild Garden for a spectacular music and light presentation that turns the garden absolutely magical. The beautiful 23-acre gardens have been transformed into an illuminated supernatural fairyland with technicolor flowers and unique sculptures. Visit rainbow-colored pathways, interact with the talking wise old tree, join a Fairy Quest, and so much more. Plus, there will be plenty of delicious food and drinks from some of Miami’s most popular food trucks. Get details online.

Now Through December 10
The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse
Regional Premiere -- Larissa FastHorse is the first indigenous American woman to have a play on Broadway. This will be the regional premiere of Fasthorse's shocking satire that "flips the bird" on one of America's most prolific myths -- the original thanksgiving meal. With provocative questions around erasure and authorship of history, this comedy asks how we proceed when steadfast assumptions are disrupted. Sponsored by Roz & Charles Stuzin. Get details online.

Friday, November 24 to January 7
Historic Holiday Décor: Holidays in Wonderland
This season, the Deering Estate celebrates the holiday season through the looking glass with décor inspired by the fantastical world of Lewis Carroll. Led by Deering Estate Designer-in-Residence, Alfredo Brito, each room of the Stone House and Richmond Cottage will feature whimsical holiday decorations by premiere local interior designers that will bring to life the colorful characters and topsy-turvy world of Wonderland. Carroll’s beloved characters, including Alice, White Rabbit, Mad Hatter, and the Queen of Hearts, will be featured in several historic rooms, galleries, and hand-decorated holiday trees. Get details online.

Saturday, November 25 at 7pm
Napoleon
Napoleon is a spectacle-filled action epic that details the checkered rise and fall of the iconic French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, played by Oscar-winner Joaquin Phoenix. Against a stunning backdrop of large-scale filmmaking orchestrated by legendary director Ridley Scott, the film captures Bonaparte's relentless journey to power through the prism of his addictive, volatile relationship with his one true love, Josephine, showcasing his visionary military and political tactics against some of the most dynamic practical battle sequences ever filmed. Get details online.

Saturday, November 25 at 9pm
American Graffiti
50th Anniversary. New 4K Restoration. Centered on the final weekend of summer before school begins, American Graffiti follows a group of friends during a single night as they cruise around looking for fun and romance while an uncertain future awaits just beyond reach. Star Wars creator George Lucas' nostalgic breakout hit kickstarted the careers of several Hollywood stars including Richard Dreyfuss, Harrison Ford, Suzanne Sommers, and child star turned award-winning director, Ron Howard. It's a veritable time capsule that captures a time when the soundtrack of the heart came from Top 40 radio. Get details online.

Saturday and Sunday Brunch
MKT Kitchen Brunch Menu Refresh
MKT Kitchen is now offering a new brunch menu on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 3pm. The a la carte menu features entrees like Croque Madame, Sourdough Avocado Toast, Green Papaya Shrimp Salad, Chimichurri Steak & Eggs, MKT Pancakes and Fried Chicken Sandwich. A la carte sides include Street Corn, Sautéed Spinach, Potato Hash, Vegetable Tian, all wonderful complements to fresh stone crab claws which are available in all sizes. $25 bottomless Mimosas and Sangria are also available. Call 305-862-2600. Get details online.

Sunday, November 26 at noon
Native Pollinator Plant Propagation Workshop
The Miami Seed Share returns to Fairchild with a fascinating workshop about propagating native plants and flowers from stem-cuttings and seeds. Delight the native pollinators in your garden. Everything will be provided, and you can bring home your new plants and grow them in your ecosystem. Get details online.

Sunday, November 26 at 12:30pm
Swing Time - Fred and Ginger
Selected by Steven Krams -- Dance number for dance number, this may be Fred and Ginger's finest hour. The pair rarely performed with such ebullience as in the "Pick Yourself Up" tap polka; with such virtuosity as in the "Waltz in Swing Time"; and with such tenderness as in the "Never Gonna Dance" closer. Director George Stevens keeps the story -- in which gambling man Fred goes to New York seeking fortune and instead finds "a fine romance" with working girl Ginger -- sailing along elegantly. Add to that Astaire crooning "The Way You Look Tonight" and a Big White Set to rule them all, and you have one of the screen's most perfect partnerships' highest peaks. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Sunday, November 26 at 4pm
Thanksgiving with Bach: The Genius of The Well-Tempered Clavier
Pianist Orlando Alonso's Thanksgiving concert at the Congregational Church features a performance of Bach's entire Book One of The Well-Tempered Clavier.  Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or simply seeking a unique way to celebrate Thanksgiving, this event promises an unforgettable evening of beauty and inspiration. Get details online.

Monday, November 27 at 7pm
Rebecca Renner - Gator Country
Books & Books is thrilled to present an in-person evening with Rebecca Renner to discuss her new book: Gator Country: Deception, Danger, and Alligators in the Everglades. David Grann meets Susan Orlean in this page-turning true story of an underground operation into the mysterious world of alligator poaching and its larger than life Floridian characters. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 28 from 4 to 8pm
Beaux Arts Holiday Market at Lowe
Beaux Arts will host their Holiday Market at the Lowe Art Museum -- open to members and the general public to come mingle and shop from a collection of twenty-four local vendors selling their goods for the Holiday Season at 1301 Stanford Drive. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 28 at 4:30pm
In-B-Tweeners Book Club
Chat with fellow readers about this month's selected book in person at the Coral Gables Library or online via Zoom. A craft will be available for in-person participants. Please contact the branch for each month's title, available for checkout at the branch and as an eBook. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 8 to 12 years old. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 28 at 6pm
Matchbox Camera Workshop
Make you own inexpensive pinhole film camera. Enter the world of photography in the museum's 2-hour workshop. Embark on a creative journey to craft your very own pinhole camera using readily available household materials. Regardless of your photography background, this hands-on experience promises to be a fun and educational adventure. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 28 at 6:30pm
Restorative Yoga Class
Practice restorative and vinyasa yoga with professional yoga instructor Mara Fowler at the Pinecrest Library. Designed for varying fitness levels. Ages 19 years and up. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 28 at 7:30pm
Free Preview Screening - The Boy And The Heron
Come catch a free sneak preview of the latest film by the Oscar-winning master of Japanese animation, Hayao Miyazaki. A young boy named Mahito, yearning for his mother, ventures into a world shared by the living and the dead. There, death comes to an end, and life finds a new beginning. A semi-autobiographical fantasy about life, death, and creation, in tribute to friendship, from the mind of Hayao Miyazaki. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 28 at 9pm
Fox's Lounge Trivia Tuesday
Earn your brainy bragging rights by quick competition at Fox's Lounge in this trivia tournament that goes fast. No app needed, no downloads, no limit to number of players or teams. Three speedy rounds in two hours. Win fabulous prizes and enjoy specials like $9 Maestro Dobel Cocktails, $20 Burger and Beer combo, $5 Beers at 6030 S Dixie Hwy. Call 305-703-6553. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 29 at 6:30pm
Sunshine Meeting - Open Space Incentives
The City Commission will be having a Sunshine Neighborhood Meeting for the purpose of discussing proposed text amendments to the Zoning Code to create the Central Business District (CBD) Open Space Incentives Program. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 29 at 7pm
Jose Gelabert-Navia - Coral Gables, Rome and Miami Beach
Books & Books is thrilled to present an in-person evening with architect and University of Miami Professor Jose Gelabert-Navia presenting the three newest installments in his Journeys series: Coral Gables, Rome, and Miami Beach. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 29 from 7 to 10pm
Caroling Competition
Kick off the season at the Merrick Festival Caroling Competition at 550 Biltmore Way. Local high schooler choral members will perform some of the most iconic carols. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 29 at 7:30pm
XJB Big Band
Chuck Bergeron, directs an evening of jazz big band repertoire at Clarke Recital Hall on UM campus. This is a free event. The address is 5479 San Amaro Drive. Get details online.

Thursday, November 30 at 3:30pm
Junior Environmental Rangers: STEAM Playground
Explore the exciting world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and unleash your inner scientist through engaging hands-on activities that integrate various STEAM disciplines. Presented by Sport Konnect's Junior Environmental Ranger Program. Call 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 6 to 11 years old. Get details online.

Thursdays from 6 to 9pm
Santa On The Green
The Shops at Merrick Park’s garden area will be filled with lively music and Santa himself on Thursday evenings this holiday season. Arrive early with a blanket or chair to reserve the perfect spot on the green for the free entertainment, then indulge in the variety of dining and shopping options at Shops at Merrick Park. Get details online.

Thursday, November 30 at 6pm
River(s) of Grass
Attend an exhibition at Kislak Center commemorating local author and environmentalist Marjory Stoneman Douglas on the 75th anniversary of the publication River of Grass, exploring the ways her work underpins the continued efforts of local activist groups and collectives. Get details online.

Thursday, November 30 at 7:30pm
A Night at The Movies: Frost Studio Jazz Band
Etienne Charles, conducts the Frost Studio Jazz Band at UM Gusman Concert Hall, exploring signature movie songs and the composers who brought them to life. Dive into the exciting world of jazz. Get details online.

Thursday, Nov 30 to Saturday, Dec 2 at 8pm
A Lie Of The Mind
The UM Ring Theatre presents Pulitzer-winning Playwright Sam Shepard's A Lie of the Mind -- a raw, unfiltered look at the American family. This heartbreaking story examines two desperate families connected by marriage and separated by jealousy, violence, and haunted pasts. All seats are free. Get details online.

Friday, December 1 at 6pm
Nativity Festivity at FUMCCG
Enjoy a fun respite at the second annual Nativity Festivity at the First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables, 536 Coral Way, as you walk to and from the Coral Gables Holiday Tree Lighting at City Hall. The church parking area becomes a joyful place to enjoy food and music -- and relax -- while the kids will have fun at the petting zoo and craft table, enjoying cotton candy and fun festivities. The United Methodist Men will be grilling up cheeseburgers, and the youth members will make beverages available. All are welcome. Free parking is available at the northwest corner of Coral Way and Hernando Street, courtesy of the congregation. Get details online.

Friday, December 1 From 7 To 11pm
First Friday Giralda Live
Enjoy live music on the plaza at Giralda Plaza's Restaurant Row on the first Friday of the month with plenty of outdoor seating in a delightful al fresco atmosphere. As you enjoy curated delicacies from premier local eateries, explore local artists, vendors, and enjoy lively music throughout the night, presented by Diageo and the City of Coral Gables. Featuring Caseroloops, Electronic/Caribbean musical project and Latin Grammy nominee, will bring a fusion beat. Get details online.

Friday, December 1 at 7:30pm
Swingin' For The Holidays
This annual Frost Music holiday tradition continues with this big band extravaganza at Gusman Concert Hall. Arrangements include holiday classics and a brand-new sing-along, directed by Stephen Guerra. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, December 2 at 2pm
Narnia: the Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
Bring the kids to the Miracle Theatre for Actors' Playhouse production of Narnia, based on The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe from The Chronicles of Narnia. This musical follows the four mischievous Pevensie children through a Magical Wardrobe into a mystical land of beauty and danger. The White Witch has frozen the land of Narnia, once ruled by the great and majestic lion, Aslan, King of Narnia, in a perpetual winter of darkness and despair. With the help of the mystical creatures of Narnia, the Pevensie children discover valuable lessons of courage, unselfishness, and wisdom as they help King Aslan, the Great Lion of Narnia, confront the Wicked White Witch. Get details online.

Saturday, December 9 from 10am to 3pm
2023 Villagers' Holiday House Tour
Villagers’ Holiday House Tour features Century-old Gables' Homes from 1923. This year marks the 38th year The Villagers have offered their popular holiday tour. Of special interest, is the inclusion of the Merrick House, beautifully decorated for Christmas and hosted by their volunteer docents. Members of The Villagers will be on hand to explain each private home’s distinctive history and features. A gift boutique featuring unique artisans, vintage jewelry, hand-made Angels, and a quilt raffle, will be available from 10am until 4pm, an hour after the tour ends. A Rita Tennyson pop-up café will also be on-site, offering food for purchase. These historic homes cannot accommodate wheelchairs or strollers, and homeowners request no high heels, interior photography, or children under 10. Ticket holders drive their own vehicles between the properties and will receive tour directions with their ticket purchase. Tickets are $65. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Sunday, December 10 at 3pm
Joy Joy Joy Holiday Concert
Bring the family out to Pinecrest Gardens for the GMSB Family Holiday Concert Joy Joy Joy in the Banyan Bowl open-air amphitheater located at 11000 Red Road. The performance will be led by Music Director Robert Longfield, featuring vocalist Susie Blank Wolfe -- an audience favorite -- and the ever popular Sleigh Ride (Leroy Anderson), A Christmas Festival (Anderson), A Hanukkah Festival (traditional), Feliz Navidad (Jose Feliciano), and many more classic holiday tunes for the whole family. There is an audience sing-along with printed lyrics handed out. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Tuesday, December 12 at 8pm
A Festival Holiday Jubilee
Enjoy the Greater Miami Symphonic Band's performance at the Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive, led by Music Director Robert Longfield and Guest Conductor Barry Bernhardt, Director of Bands at Florida International University. The program features the North Star Singers, a 16-member voice choir, performing White Christmas (Irving Berlin), Mary, Did You Know? and Christmas on Broadway, with a musical rendition of ’Twas the Night Before Christmas with narration -- a full evening of popular music of the holiday season. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Sunday, December 31 from 8pm to midnight
Orchestra Miami 2023 New Years Eve
Ring in the New Year with a free, beachfront concert with Miami’s premiere professional orchestra -- Orchestra Miami. The 42 musicians of Orchestra Miami, led by Artistic Director Elaine Rinaldi, will perform with special guests, The Latin Divos. Singing favorites such as O Sole Mio, Jurame, Nessun Dorma, Allelujah in Italian, English, Spanish and French, they have performed in prestigious theaters throughout the world. Supersize your holiday with a VIP seat & midnight champagne toast. Get details and purchase tickets online.