Greetings {name},

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

Built in 1986, the 550 Building on the corner of Biltmore Way and Segovia rises 15 stories, with a spectacular view of Coconut Grove, Biscayne Bay and Key Biscayne.

Thursday, December 21 is the Winter Solstice, marking the shortest day north of the equator and the longest day in the south, as the sun reaches the southernmost latitude all year.

Monday, December 25 is Christmas Day, the pinnacle of the holiday season for many Americans and a traditional time for festive gatherings and the exchange of gifts within families.

Monday, December 31 is New Year's Eve, a popular occasion for celebrations marking the end of the year, with elaborate gatherings, festivities and fireworks.

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

Now On Exhibition
Important Cuban Artworks - Volume Twenty
Important Cuban Artworks, Volume Twenty, is currently on view at Cernuda Arte. For this special occasion, Cernuda Arte Gallery has curated a sprawling exhibition of more than 225 paintings, drawings, sculptures, and prints, spanning three centuries of creative production. This ambitious show is accompanied by a 164-page, full-color publication of the same name. Cernuda Arte Gallery is located at 3155 Ponce. Call 305-461-1050. Get details online.

Get advice before you buy that new computer!
Two Computer Guys
Since 1998, the team at Two Computer Guys has been available for safe, reliable, efficient and friendly service -- for small businesses, families, students, seniors and anyone who needs a little help with their computer. TCG solves problems to get computers up and running at top speed quickly. Serving more than a thousand clients in South Florida over the past three decades. Call 305-444-1984 when you need a little help. Get details and schedule an appointment online.

Where's The Burger?
Gables Burger Scavenger Hunt
Find Artist John Millere's "hidden" mini burgers and post your selfie with Miller's glass slider on InstraGram (tag #wherestheburger) for a chance to take one home. The more sites you visit, the greater your chance of winning. Get details online.

Thursday, December 21 from 5 to 9pm
South Dade Winter Spectacular at Deering
Danielle Cohen Higgins, Commissioner of District 8, invites the residents of South Dade to a free event at the Deering Estate, featuring an outdoor screening of Disney's A Christmas Carol, along with food, games and activities for families. From popcorn ball and cookie decorating stations to caricature, face painting, gaming area, and a quiet reading tent, there's something for every young resident. And, Santa Claus. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Holiday sweaters and festival pajamas are encouraged. Deering Estate is located at 16701 SW 72nd Ave. Get details online.

Thursday, December 21 at 7pm
Blue Christmas at FUMCCG
The holiday season is hard for those whose hearts are hurting. On the longest night of the year, December 21st, visit the Chapel at First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables at 536 Coral Way for a gentle, contemplative service for those who are carrying pain or loss during this season of celebration. Get details online.

Starts Friday
Poor Things
From the brilliant mind of the filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos and producer Emma Stone, witness the fantastical transformation of Bella Baxter, revived by the brilliant Dr. Godwin Baxter. Get details online.

December 22-24
The Man Who Invented Christmas
The magical journey that led to the creation of Ebenezer Scrooge (the indomitable Christopher Plummer), Tiny Tim and all the classic characters from A Christmas Carol, receives an elegantly appointed update courtesy of executive producer Mitchell Kaplan. Directed by Bharat Nalluri, The Man Who Invented Christmas shows how Charles Dickens (Dan Stevens) mixed real-life inspirations with his vivid imagination to conjure a timeless tale, forever changing the holiday season into the celebration we know today. Mitchell Kaplan and Les Standiford, the author of the book that inspired the film, will introduce the screening at 11am. Stay after the film for a lively chat. Get details online.

Friday, December 22 at 7:20pm
Aquaman And The Lost Kingdom
Having failed to defeat Aquaman the first time, Black Manta, still driven by the need to avenge his father’s death, will stop at nothing to take Aquaman down once and for all. This time Black Manta is more formidable than ever before, wielding the power of the mythic Black Trident, which unleashes an ancient and malevolent force. To defeat him, Aquaman will turn to his imprisoned brother Orm, the former King of Atlantis, to forge an unlikely alliance. Together, they must set aside their differences in order to protect their kingdom and save Aquaman’s family, and the world, from irreversible destruction. Get details online.

Saturday, December 23 at 7:30pm
Anyone But You
In the edgy comedy Anyone But You, Bea (Sydney Sweeney) and Ben (Glen Powell) look like the perfect couple, but after an amazing first date something happens that turns their fiery hot attraction ice cold -- until they find themselves unexpectedly thrust together at a destination wedding in Australia. So they do what any two mature adults would do: pretend to be a couple. Get details online.

Sunday, December 24 at 11am
Immediate Family
Screenings of Immediate Family will be preceded by a pre-recorded introduction by the film's director Denny Tedesco. Immediate Family tracks the rise and collaborations of a group of legendary session musicians Danny Kortchmar, Leland Sklar, Russ Kunkel, and Waddy Wachtel through the 1970s and onward, chronicling their illustrious partnerships and their formidable record of hit-making. Directed by Denny Tedesco, whose documentary The Wrecking Crew followed the first wave of studio musicians in the 60s, the film reveals the machinery behind the booming era of the singer-songwriter, when the talents of these four musicians were in furious demand. Get details online.

Sunday, December 24 at 7pm
Traditional Candlelit Christmas Service
With scripture and music, First Coral Gables at 536 Coral Way retells the amazing story of Christmas with a traditional candlelit service -- live in the sanctuary, on Facebook or the web site. Get details online.

Sunday, December 24
Navidad Flamenca Under the Sky
On Christmas Eve -- Nochebuena -- let the warmth of family, the joy of tradition, and the rhythm of Flamenco surround you at Bellmont Spanish Restaurant. As stars light up the night, the outdoor stage resonates with the heartwarming chords of traditional Christmas Carols (villancicos navideños) and vibrant rhythms of Spain. A special menu will feature their signature dishes of tender lamb chops, fresh fish from Northern Spain, Seafood paella, and 100% black Angus beef. Get details online.

Tuesday, December 26 from 8am to 5pm
Deering Winter Day Camp
The Deering Estate offers a winter break camp, which aligns with Miami Dade County School’s scheduled winter break. Every camp has a different theme and explores a different aspect of nature, allowing campers to have fun while also learning about different fields of science. Please bring lunch and snacks, refillable water bottle, closed-toe shoes, change of clothes, sunblock, bug spray, hat and sunglasses. Get details online.

Wednesday, December 27 at 2:15pm
The Red Shoes
This Powell And Pressburger classic is widely considered to be one of the greatest films ever made and winner of two Oscars. It focuses on Vicky, a young ballerina starring in a ballet called The Red Shoes. Like her character in the ballet, she is irresistibly drawn to dancing. Her life becomes split between her simple human passion and artistic devotion to her profession. The film contains ballet sequences of stylistic mastery, and is visually one of the most innovative and beautiful works of cinema ever created. Get details online.

Saturday, December 23 at 10am
Hot Chocolate with Santa
Warm up for the holidays while sipping Hot Chocolate with Santa and get exclusive access to the Coral Gables Holiday Park playground at City Hall. This event includes a photo opportunity with Santa, hot beverage and children's activity. The cost is $30 for a group of four Coral Gables residents. Get details online.

Wednesday, December 27 at 6pm
Underground Millennial Club
Meet up with friends at the Coral Gables Library to play board and improvisational games, test your trivia knowledge and more. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. For ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, December 28 from 4 to 7pm
Jazz, Champagne & Stone Crabs
MKT Kitchen and Holy Crab have teamed up with WDNA 88.9 FM to host a special happy hour featuring live jazz music at 1831 Ponce. Each ticket includes 1.5 lbs of fresh stone crabs, one glass of champagne and charcuterie bites. A la carte items and half-priced champagne, wine and beer will also be available for purchase. Get details online.

Thursday, December 28 at 7pm
Cocktail Class with Ilegal Mezcal
Prepare to enhance your cocktail expertise with an exciting cocktail class at Copper 29 Bar presented in collaboration with Ilegal Mezcal -- an immersive experience priced at just $25 per person, where you'll delve into the world of crafting exceptional cocktails using this unique spirit. Get details online.

Friday, December 29 at 2pm
A Matter of Life and Death
4K Restoration - Originally released in the United States under the title Stairway to Heaven, this classic fantasy from Powell and Pressburger tells the story of an RAF pilot (David Niven) who must argue for his life in a celestial trial after a mix-up sees him survive a fall from his plane. Get details online.

Friday, December 29 from 7 to 10pm
Moonlight Kayak Tour at Deering
Take a Moonlight Kayak Tour through Biscayne Bay at the Deering Estate. Depart from the boat basin and paddle out towards Chicken Key, a seven-acre mangrove island and bird rookery approximately one mile off-shore. Get details 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.

Sunday, December 31 at 10pm
New Years Eve at the Biltmore
Ring in 2024 at the Biltmore's Granada Ballroom with an array of extravagant desserts, a premium open bar, DJ and spectacular fireworks display at midnight. Raise a glass of bubbly to celebrate the New Year with friends as you dance the night away. Party favors included. Reservations required. Semi-formal attire. Get details online.

Saturday, January 20 at 10am
30th Annual Redland Riot Road Rally
Every third Saturday in January, since 1994, this fruity, tropical history tour through the Redland agricultural region has delighted hundreds of families, history buffs, foodies and nature lovers with a whimsical adventure through the countryside. Dozens of car teams go searching for clues and enjoying the bounty of the Redland, stopping at wonderful places along the way. Meet at Cauley Square between 10 and 11am to get started. The big finale is at Schnebly Redland's Winery in the Miami Brewing Company Tap Room at 5pm. Get details and register your car team on the Redland Riot web site.