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Greetings {name},

We hope you'll appreciate our curated list of community events and cultural opportunities in the coming days.

a group of homes along the Biltmore Golf Course with Riviera Golf Course and University of Miami in the distance

On Friday, March 29, we celebrate National Vietnam War Veterans Day, which became an annual event in 2017 when President Trump signed the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017.

Saturday, March 30 is National Doctors Day, an opportunity to show appreciation to your medical doctors.

Sunday, March 31 is Easter Sunday on the Christian Calendar, celebrating resurrection after crucifixion.

Monday, April 1 is April Fools Day, traditionally, an opportunity for playing jokes or tricks on one another.

Saturday, April 6 is National Tartan Day, often featuring parades with bag-pipe bands playing Scottish music and people dressed in kilts with tartan patterns that represent their Scottish clans.

Tuesday, April 9 is National Library Workers' Day, a time to honor library workers, organize lunches to celebrate librarians, and make donations to local libraries.

Wednesday, April 10 is National Sibling Day, a day to appreciate and cherish your brothers and sisters.

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

Thursday, March 28 at 8pm
Godzilla x Kong
The epic battle continues... Legendary Pictures’ cinematic Monsterverse follows up the explosive showdown of Godzilla vs. Kong with an all-new adventure that pits the almighty Kong and the fearsome Godzilla against a colossal undiscovered threat hidden within our world, challenging their very existence -- and our own. Get details online.

Friday, March 29 at 10:30am
Furry Tales - Reading With Avi
Kids 5 to 12 years old -- read your favorite stories alongside Avi the Poodle at Pinecrest Library. Reading aloud to a registered therapy dog helps improve literacy skills and boost confidence. Bring your own book or choose from the library's collection. Email: booke@mdpls.org or call 305-668-4571. Get details online.

Friday, March 29 from 6 to 8pm
Lowe Art Museum Annual Juried Exhibition
The 2024 University of Miami  Annual  Juried Exhibition, organized by the Department of Art & Art History and hosted by the Lowe Art Museum, is a testament to the creative minds and talents of  the  undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the BA, BFA, and MFA studio arts programs at UM. This exhibition highlights recent student works  that embrace both traditional and conceptual methods  across various media and practices. Enjoy an evening filled with inspiring artwork, conversations, and the opportunity to connect with fellow art enthusiasts, students, faculty, and members of the local arts community. Get details online.

Friday, March 29 to April 4
Remembering Gene Wilder
A heartfelt tribute to the legendary comic genius, chronicling his iconic roles and enduring legacy. Featuring a captivating blend of touching and hilarious clips, intimate home movies, and insightful interviews with influential figures like Mel Brooks and Alan Alda. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Friday March 29 at 7:30pm
The Last Hundred Season Concert number 4
Sanctuary of the Arts presents The Last Hundred Season Concert number 4, with music by Olivier Messiaen, Augusta Reed Thomas, a new commission by Catalina von Wrangell and a new work by Charles N. Mason for the 100th anniversary of the death of Franz Kafka. This event is free with a suggested donation of $10. Get details online.

Friday, March 29 at 8pm
Caroline, or Change at Miracle Theatre
Set in one of the most pivotal times in America’s history, the Tony-nominated Caroline, or Change is riveting, moving and awe-inspiring. Featuring a virtuosic score by Jeanine Tesori (Shrek The Musical, Thoroughly Modern Millie), it blends blues, gospel and traditional Jewish melodies, creating a breathtaking medium for Pulitzer Prize-winner Tony Kushner’s (Angels in America) provocative and personal story. Caroline, or Change, produces a valuable theatrical experience that continues to thrill audiences the world over. It is a story that must be shared, will open minds, and change theatergoers for the better. Get details online.

Friday, March 29 to April 4
Shayda
A brave Iranian mother finds refuge in an Australian women’s shelter with her six-year-old daughter. Over Persian New Year, they take solace in Nowruz rituals and new beginnings, but when her estranged husband re-enters their lives, her path to freedom is jeopardized. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Now Open
Armstong Jazz House on Miracle Mile
The preservation of Jazz and Culture is the mission for the new Armstrong Jazz House at 271 Miracle Mile, featuring fresh natural cuisine accompanied with array of sophisticated Jazz entertainment from 4pm to midnight everyday. Get details online.

Saturday, March 30 at 7:30am
Matheson Hammock Birding with Tropical Audubon
A stop along the Florida Birding Trail, Matheson Hammock Park is comprised of grassy fields, dense mangroves and hardwood forests. These habitats host migratory songbirds and vagrants from the tropics. An old palm plantation provides a home for exotic birds like Orange-winged Parrots and Red-masked Parakeets. Mangroves and coastal beaches see action from resident and migrating shorebirds and waders. Phoebes guide Rachel DiPietro will lead a search of songbirds including tiny colorful warblers all preparing for their journey North. The walk is open to female birders of any experience level. Get details and register online.

Saturday, March 30 from 8am to 2pm
Last Coral Gables Farmers' Market
On Saturday from 8am to 2pm, bring the family out to Merrick Park across from City Hall for the Coral Gables Farmers Market. Local vendors bring fresh Florida produce, prepared foods, baked goods, flowers and plants, plus activities for children. Get details online.

Saturday, March 30 at 11am
America's Family
On Thanksgiving Day ICE comes to the door and tears the Diaz family apart. Each family member braves their way through the crisis, while discovering unexpected reserves of love, faith and community inspiration on their journey to reunify. The film includes a panel discussion with the film's director, Anike Tourse. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, March 30 from noon to 3pm
Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt at the Country Club
Bring the family to the Country Club's glow at the Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt for an electrifying event with a raffle for club prizes, music, bunny petting and feeding, scrumptious brunch and delectable desserts. Children ages 6 and under are free to join the fun. Call 305-722-8779 or email: events@coralgablescountryclub.com. The public is invited. Get details online.

Saturday, March 30 at noon
Storytime with Susana Illera Martínez - Lala And The Concert of Lights
At Lala’s home, everyone is very busy preparing food and decorations to attend The Concert of the Lights, one of the most fun and anticipated events in the Pond by The Rock. The garden’s inhabitants eagerly await the fireflies’ arrival to illuminate dozens of lanterns for an unforgettable and magical night. A young firefly, Lucy, hides behind the branches, nervous and unsure of being able to fulfill such a responsibility. What will Lala and Ari come up with this time to restore her new friend’s self-confidence? In the series’ third book, we learn to be brave and always give our best. This magical story highlights empathy, self-esteem, support, courage, empowerment, community, culture, family, and friendship. Get details online.

Saturday, March 30 at 4:30pm
Chess Club at the Library
Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, March 30 at 5pm
Tell it Like A Woman - Global Frontiers
Cosford Cinema's groundbreaking film series, Global Frontiers continues with a screening the 2023 drama Tell It Like a Woman, an omnibus of seven short stories filmed around the world and starring Eva Longoria, Marcia Gay Harden, Jennifer Hudson and Cara Delevigne. Admission is free but registration is required. Get details and RSVP online.

Saturday, March 30 at 6pm
Preston L. Allen - I Disappeared Them
Bullied as child for being overweight and an orphan, the serial killer in I Disappeared Them hides in plain sight. By day, he is an affable family man with a disarming smile, surrounded by his children and loving wife. At night he punches the clock as a hard-working pizza man. After work, he roams Miami’s nighttime streets as the Periwinkle Killer, the sociopath passing judgment on the wicked according to a twisted moral code. He must be stopped, but there are no clues except the periwinkles he leaves at every crime scene. Get details online.

Saturday, March 30 at 6pm
Don Giovanni - Florida Opera Prima
Florida Opera Prima presents Don Giovanni opera in concert at the Coral Gables Museum. Free admission. Get details online.

Saturday, March 30 at 7:30pm
The Lehman Trilogy
Beginning in Montgomery, Alabama in 1844, a Bavarian immigrant dreams of a better life. In 2008, his descendants unleash an unprecedented financial disaster. The spectacular rise and fall of Lehman Brothers is both an intimate family saga and a colossal exposé of unquenchable capitalism. David Kwiat, Mark H. Dold and Brandon Morris give triumphant performances. Directed by Bari Newport. The play continues through April 14. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, March 30 at 7:30pm
Storytelling - Frost Symphony Orchestra & Windowcast
At Gusman Concert Hall, enjoy a performance by Frost Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition violin and cello winners conducted by Gerard Schwarz, featuring Rachmaninov’s Symphonic Dances, works by Strauss and Bruch, and a violin concerto. Get details online.

Saturday, March 30 at 10pm
Fifty Shades of Grey
Inexperienced college student Ana is thrust into a world of intrigue when she interviews enigmatic billionaire Christian Grey. The film is based on E. L. James' 2011 novel of the same name and stars Dakota Johnson, Jamie Dornan, Jennifer Ehle and Marcia Gay Harden. Admission includes a free masquerade mask, a drink of your choice (Voodoo Ranger beer or Love Potion), and a chance to win a prize at the erotic excerpt reading contest before the film. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Sunday, March 31 from 10am to 5pm
The Bunny Hoppening: A Hoppin' Good Time at Fairchild
Celebrate the vibrant colors and joyous spirit of spring at Fairchild Garden's Bunny Hoppening. From the egg-citing Eggsplore Galore egg hunt to delightful picnics, it's a cavalcade of family fun and springtime adventure. Get details online.

Sunday, March 31 from 10am to 1pm
Easter Celebration at FUMCCG
Families are invited to an Easter celebration at the First Methodist Church next to City Hall. Experience the lively sounds of the magnificent 40-piece brass ensemble, the Miami Sousa Band, followed by a joy-filled worship service. Afterwards, the festivities continue with an exciting Easter egg hunt filled with laughter and delight. For the grownups, a catered gourmet coffeehouse experience and yummies. Parking and events are free. Get details online.

Sunday, March 31 from 9am to 2pm
Easter Celebration and Grand Egg Hunts
Families celebrate Easter at Granada Church with special activities for children grades five years and younger, including the Grand Egg Hunts. Get details online.

Sunday, March 31 at 6pm
Woman’s History Month Concert
Enjoy an evening of music and celebration as The Deering Estate honors Women’s History Month with a concert by Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Susana Behar -- an evening of enchanting melodies and beautiful lyrics, honoring iconic female singers and composers. From timeless classics to soul-stirring contemporary pieces, Behar’s performance promises to captivate hearts and inspire minds, resonating with the essence of female creativity and strength. Get details online.

Monday, April 1 at 8pm
Jazz Monday - Joe Donato on April Fool's Day
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). Joe Donato, along with Randall Dollahon, Jamie Ousley, Matt Wigler and Kathleen Donato begin their performance at 8pm. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Tuesday, April 2 at 5:30pm
Moneyball - Coral Gables Movie Night At The Library
In the 2011 movie Moneyball, baseball general manager Billy Beane (Brad Pitt) reinvents the Oakland Athletics by employing unorthodox scouting methods. Also starring Jonah Hill, Chris Pratt, Robin Wright and Philip Seymour Hoffman. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 and older. Get details online. https://mdpls.org/event/10308824

Tuesday, April 2 at 7pm
Robin Peguero - One In The Chamber
The Books & Books Literary Foundation presents an evening with Robin Peguero, author of One in the Chamber, in conversation with award-winning journalist Glenna Milberg. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 2 at 7pm
Celebration of Everglades Day
Dr. Steve Davis, Chief Scientist of The Everglades Foundation ill share insights into the history and science of America’s Everglades -- the source of our drinking water -- and why their restoration is critical to our economy and the extraordinary way of life we enjoy in South Florida. Learn more about science and politics of restoration efforts and how the successful completion of this work is helping create a more resilient future for our community in the face of climate change. Get details and RSVP online.

Wednesday, April 3 at 9am
AARP Tax Assistance
Get free federal income tax preparation help from IRS certified AARP Tax-Aide volunteers at the Coral Gables Library. Please bring social security cards or ITIN, government-issued photo ID and Identity Protection PIN (if applicable) for all individuals included on tax returns, W-2, 1099 and other income documents. Appointments will be on a first come, first served basis. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 3 at 5:30pm
The Water Below Us Art Installation
In honor of World Water Day, BLUE Missions has collaborated with the City of Coral Gables to introduce a new public art installation, The Water Below Us, at Giralda Plaza. This installation utilizes augmented reality to raise awareness of the potential threats to our local water supply in South Florida. Visitors to the art installation will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in a virtual Everglades-inspired ecosystem and capture unique photos. A ceremonial ribbon cutting will be officiated by the City of Coral Gables Mayor, Commissioners, and representatives from BLUE Missions. Following the ceremony, guests are invited to happy hour at Cebada Rooftop. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 3 at 7pm
Dark Sky Kayak Trip
Discover the night as you embark on a kayak tour through Biscayne Bay as part of International Dark Sky Week -- Discover the Night. This night time kayak tour celebrates the International Dark Sky Week’s mission of raising awareness about the negative impacts of light pollution, the solutions that exist and simultaneously celebrating the night while out on the water. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 3 at 7pm
The Road From Belhaven
The Books & Books Literary Foundation presents an evening with Margot Livesey in conversation with John Dufresne discussing The Road from Belhaven. Growing up in the care of her grandparents on Belhaven Farm, Lizzie Craig discovers as a small child that she can see into the future. But her gift is selective -- she doesn’t, for instance, see that she has an older sister who will come to join the family. As her pictures foretell various incidents and accidents, she begins to realize a painful truth: she may glimpse the future, but she can seldom change it. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 3 at 9pm
Poor Things - Free Screening
UM Cinematic Arts Commission invites you to a free screening of Poor Things, director Yanthos Largimos’ surreal head trip about a woman (Oscar nominee Emma Stone) created by a scientist making her way into the real world. The screening is free at Cosford Cinema and no tickets are required. Get details online.

Thursday, April 4 at 6pm
A Good Book Book Club at the Library
Join fellow readers in person at the Pinecrest library or online via Zoom to discuss this 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 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, April 4 at 6pm
American Sign Language Class
Meet every Thursday at the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Clubhouse at Ruth Bryan Owen Waterway Park, 3940 Granada Blvd., for American Sign Language classes taught by a Deaf instructor. Lessons follow the Signing Naturally curriculum. No experience needed to participate. Classes are open to participants ages 18 and older. Get details online.

Thursday, April 4 at 7:30pm
Monkey Man at Landmark Theatres
Inspired by the legend of Hanuman, an icon embodying strength and courage, Monkey Man stars Patel as Kid, an anonymous young man who ekes out a meager living in an underground fight club where, night after night, wearing a gorilla mask, he is beaten bloody by more popular fighters for cash. After years of suppressed rage, Kid discovers a way to infiltrate the enclave of the city's sinister elite. As his childhood trauma boils over, his mysteriously scarred hands unleash an explosive campaign of retribution to settle the score with the men who took everything from him. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Thursday, April 4 at 9:15pm
Candlelight Tribute to Ed Sheeran
Discover the music of Ed Sheeran at Hotel Colonnade Coral Gables under the gentle glow of candlelight. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Saturday, April 6 from 6:30 to 9pm
Barnacle's Cheeseburger In Paradise
It's a Parrothead Party on the Bay -- an unforgettable evening fundraiser at the Barnacle Historic State Park in Coconut Grove. Sway to the tropical rhythms of a steel drummer as you sip on margaritas and dance under the stars. This year they’re honoring the legendary Jimmy Buffett in true Margaritaville style. Parrotheads, indulge in a deluxe cheeseburger bar and groove to the sounds of a great Jimmy Buffett tribute band, plus a silent auction and cash bar. But here’s the best part: your tickets support the preservation of the Barnacle Historic State Park. Call 305-442-6866. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Sunday, April 7 at 4:30pm
100 Voices: Yesteryear Stories of Coral Gables
Third-generation Floridian William Lucien Keen has witnessed a change or two during his nine plus decades in Miami. One week shy of his 94th birthday, he will share tales of Seminoles, wilderness treks, boat building, Miami High/Edison school rivalries, fire fighting and police work -- including one rather remarkable rescue. Get details and purchase $5 tickets online.

Fri/Sat, April 12–13
Funky Pickle Miami Open
Enjoy a unique social event with lighthearted competition at the Funky Pickle Miami Open, a pickleball extravaganza with live music, food and drinks, comedian emcees, and big party vibes at the Biltmore Tennis Center. Get details online.

Saturday, April 13 at 2pm
Exploring Everglades National Park — The Crown Jewel of South Florida
Naturalist, botanist, photographer, author, and noted storyteller Roger Hammer will present a program on the history of Everglades National Park. Roger was previously the manager of the Castellow Hammock Preserve and is a published author and leading authority with his guides to wildflowers. Roger is also a recipient of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Award for his lifelong conservation efforts. The meeting tales place at the Pinecrest Library. Get details online.