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

a charming home designed for outdoor enjoyment on the Coral Gables Waterway

Saturday, May 4 is Kentucky Derby Day at Churchill Downs, sometimes known as the "Fastest Two Minutes in Sports," inaugurating the Triple Crown, a series of three horse races.

Sunday, May 5 is Cinco de Mayo, a day to celebrate the culture, achievements and experiences of people with a Mexican background.

Tuesday, May 7, the first Tuesday in May, is National Teacher Appreciation Day.

Sunday, May 12, the second Sunday of May, is Mother's Day. Established essentially by two women, Julia Ward Howe and Anna Jarvis, it's a traditional time to honor mothers, grandmothers, mothers-in-law, and all motherly figures.

Sunday, May 12 is also Limerick Day, celebrating the birthday of writer Edward Lear (1812-1888) and Limerick poems, popularized by Lear in 1846 in his Book of Nonsense. There once was a girl from Nantucket...

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
Mid-Career Artists, Future Masters
Cernuda Arte proudly presents a showcase of twelve midcareer contemporary artists with exceptional trajectories, destined for even greater heights. For their remarkable and distinct talent, each of these artists have garnered substantial collector support both domestically and internationally. Their work has graced prestigious exhibitions, publications, art fairs, and institutions, solidifying their positions as important voices in today’s contemporary art world. Mid-Career Artists, Future Masters is currently on view at Cernuda Arte, 3155 Ponce. Call 305-461-1050. Get details online.

Save The Date
Thursday, May 9 at 7:30pm
ChamberFest Miami - Ariel Quartet with pianist Marina Radiushina
The acclaimed Ariel Quartet joins The Hub's Artistic Director renowned pianist Marina Radiushina for a captivating performance of Ravel, Schumann, and Dvořák's beloved Piano Quintet. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Now on Display
Uncover The Magic: Fairchild's Enchanted Fairies
Step into a world of enchantment and wonder at Fairchild, where the magic of the Spring season awaits with Enchanted Fairies. Immerse yourself in the whimsical atmosphere as you embark on a captivating adventure. Discover the three regions where these mystical creatures have set up their workshops. In each of these spots, search for three doors that provide glimpses into the fairies' gardening duties. Gather all three to unveil the hidden whereabouts of the fairy villages. Get details online. 

Thursday, May 2 at 6pm
Charter Review Committee Town Hall Meeting
The city’s charter is the document under which the city’s formal organization, rights and privileges are defined and covers items such as election terms and dates, form of government and many other issues that could affect city government into the future. The Charter Review Committee, comprised of five citizen volunteers appointed by the City Commission, will hold a Town Hall meeting at City Hall in the Commission Chambers. Get details online.

Thursday, May 2 at 7pm
Macbeth: Ralph Fiennes & Indira Varma
Tony and BAFTA Award winner Ralph Fiennes star in a brand-new full-voltage visceral production of William Shakespeare's Macbeth. Filmed live at Dock X, a custom-built theatre space in London, this critically acclaimed staging of Macbeth that quickens the pulse, then goes for the jugular will be unmissable on the big screen. Directed by Simon Godwin this is a cinematic and beautifully staged production that brings Shakespeare's tragedy pulsing into the present day. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Thursday, May 2 at 7:30pm
The Fall Guy
He's a stuntman, and like everyone in the stunt community, he gets blown up, shot, crashed, thrown through windows and dropped from the highest of heights, all for our entertainment. And now, fresh off an almost career-ending accident, this working-class hero has to track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job. What could possibly go right? Get details online. 

Friday, May 3 at 4:45pm
Bye Bye Tiberias
Years after leaving her Palestinian village to pursue an acting career in France, Emmy-nominated actress Hiam Abbass (Succession, Ramy, Blade Runner) returns home with her daughter, in this intimate documentary about four generations of women and their shared legacy of separation. Get details online.

Friday May 3, from 6 to 10pm
First Friday Gallery Night
Coral Gables galleries and participating art venues open their doors on the first Friday of the month from 6 to 10pm as part of Coral Gables Gallery Night. At this monthly event, attendees can enjoy live music and fine art while enjoying a night out in the City Beautiful. Visitors are encouraged to use the city's trolleys or Freebee on-demand vehicles to travel between galleries. Galleries and venues participating include: Artevivo at 111 Palermo Ave inside The Plaza; ArtLabbé Gallery at 2522 Ponce de Leon Blvd; H. Benitez Fine Art Gallery at 233 Aragon Ave; and Coral Gables Museum at 285 Aragon Ave. Get details online.

Friday, May 3 from 6 to 10pm
Gallery Night at the Museum
Each first Friday of the month, the Coral Gables Museum opens its doors to the public for free as part of Coral Gables Gallery Night. Enjoy live music, fine exhibitions, and a cocktail bar before heading out to eat in the area for your Friday night plans. Get details online.

Friday, May 3 from 6:30 to 10pm
Canes Film Festival at Cosford Cinema
The best student film screening in the world -- the 26th annual UM Canes Film Festival premieres the work produced by UM students in the Department of Cinematic Arts at the state-of-the-art Cosford Cinema. Admission is free and open to the public. Get details and register online.

Friday, May 3 at 7pm
Giralda Live - Al Fresco Cuisine and Live Music
Every first Friday of the month, gather at Giralda Plaza from 7 to 11pm to enjoy live music and a plethora of fine eating establishments. This monthly special event transforms Giralda's pedestrian street into an al fresco wonderland -- featuring a rich tapestry of local culture with curated delicacies from premier local eateries. Explore local art and vendors while enjoying lively entertainment throughout the evening. Get details online.

Friday, May 3 at 6pm
Terra del Sole - Terre de Soleil
Color, decoration, and passion. Experience Italy and France with photographer Alice Goldhagen, visiting various regions of the Italian landscape: Liguria, Puglia, Calabria, Isola d’Elba, the islands of Procida and Sicily, Paris and the French countryside. Her artful photographs feature architectural details, landscapes, and objects that are unique and special to Italy and France. The opening reception takes place at Societá Dante Alighieri, 401 Coral Way, Suite 105 with wine and bites. The exhibit continues through September 4. Call 305-336-3566. Get details online.

Friday, May 3 at 9:15pm
The Pianist (4k restoration)
Roman Polanski's Academy Award-winning film, based on the Holocaust memoir of Jewish concert pianist Wladyslaw Szpilman, chronicles his harrowing journey of survival amidst the horrors of the Warsaw Ghetto and World War II, now presented in a stunning new 4K restoration. Get details online.

Saturday, May 4 from 9am to noon
Recycling Drive-Thru at City Hall
Keep Coral Gables Beautiful will host a Recycling Drive-Thru at the parking lot behind City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way, for city residents. Walk-ins and bicyclists are welcome. Get details online.

Saturday, May 4 from 2:30 to 8pm
Kentucky Derby Day at Bay 13
Gather friends and put on your best hats and dress to impress as Bay 13 hosts their annual Kentucky Derby Day celebration. Entrance is free with live coverage beginning at 2:30pm leading up to the race at 6:57 pm. Get details online.

Saturday, May 4 at 3pm
Genealogy Power Tool Goldie May
Explore the realm of genealogy with Richard Miller as he introduces Goldie May, a powerful genealogy software tool. Unlike a mere repository for conclusions, Goldie May is designed to accommodate your work in progress. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email booke@mdpls.org. Ages 13 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, May 4 at 7pm
A Viennese Soiree at Sanctuary
Attend a night of Viennese music in miniature with performances of Richard Strauss’ monumental tone poem Til Eulenspiegel, arranged for seven musicians by Rick Robinson, along with Mahler’s gorgeous song cycle Lieder eines Fahrenden Gesellen arranged for chamber ensemble by Arnold Schoenberg. The evening is capped off by three famous and fun waltzes by the waltz king, Johann Strauss. Orchestra Miami Artistic Director Elaine Rinaldi conducts the Chamber Ensemble of Orchestra Miami at Sanctuary of the Arts. Get details online.

Saturday, May 4 at 7pm
The End We Start From
Based on the acclaimed novel, Jodie Comer, Joel Fry, Katherine Waterson, Mark Strong, and Benedict Cumberbatch deliver masterful performances in this intimate and poetic tale of family survival. As London becomes submerged in catastrophic floods, a new mother (Comer) is separated from her partner and embarks on a dangerous and extraordinary journey across the country in search of safety, all while protecting her baby from the reigning chaos. Get details online.

Saturday, May 4 at 8pm
Saturday Night Jazz at the Globe
Since 1996, The Globe has been at the vanguard of live music in South Florida, showcasing straight-ahead and Latin Jazz, Blues, Reggae, Afro-Cuban, and just about every genre in between. Most performances are held Saturday nights from 8pm to midnight. Tables are reserved for dinner reservations for parties of four or more. Get details online.

Saturday, May 4 at 9pm
Himalayan Salt Band
Meet up at Titanic Brew Pub for a night of instrumental Psychedelic Jazz-Funk with the Himalayan Salt Band, a Miami-based collective that emerged from the diverse, vibrant musical community of Miami Beach. Get details online.

Sunday, May 5 from 11am to 4pm
WoofStock at The Barnacle
Show your pup a day of peace, love, and paws for a good cause at The Historic Barnacle, one of the most beautiful dog-friendly parks in South Florida. Enjoy a beautiful breezy day full of activities with your pups and support local dog vendors and dog rescues. Get details online.

Sunday, May 5 from 1:30–3pm
Pride Navy Band Picnic Concert at McBride
Kick off Fleet Week with a picnic concert on Miracle Mile and enjoy the beats of today’s popular songs as performed by Pride, Navy Band Southeast’s Popular Music Group. Bring your lounge chairs and picnic blankets. Stop by a Gables restaurant to grab a to-go lunch to enjoy with the music. Get details online.

Sunday, May 5th
Juan Martínez Cinco de Mayo
JohnMartin's celebrates Cinco de Mayo with celebrations on Miracle Mile. Get details online.

Monday, May 6 at 6:30pm
Jazz Waves at Venetian Pool
Smooth jazz tones will flood the Venetian Pool in celebration of Fleet Week. The Navy’s VIP Jazz Combo will perform a unique evening concert at the pool. Local food truck vendors will provide delicious bites and drinks for purchase. Get details online.

Wednesday, May 8 at 7pm
Hampton Sides - The Wide Wide Sea
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Hampton Sides discussing his new book: The Wide Wide Sea: Imperial Ambition, First Contact and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James Cook. From this New York Times bestselling author, an epic account of the most momentous voyage of the Age of Exploration, which culminated in Captain James Cook’s death in Hawaii, and left a complex and controversial legacy still debated to this day. Get details online.

Thursday, May 9 at 7:30pm
ChamberFest Miami - Ariel Quartet with pianist Marina Radiushina
The acclaimed Ariel Quartet joins The Hub's Artistic Director renowned pianist Marina Radiushina for a captivating performance of Ravel, Schumann, and Dvořák's beloved Piano Quintet. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Starting May 9
Chamberfest Miami 2024: New Destinations, An Extraordinary Musical Journey Across Artistic Frontiers
The festival runs May 9th through June 2, with highlights including the "Virtuoso Flight" concert showcasing pianist Zhu Wang, the "Freylakh: From Classical to Klezmer" performances blending sophistication with vibrant folk traditions, and cellist Alexander Hersh's groundbreaking "Absinthe" program fusing live classical music with cinematic storytelling. World-class artistry abounds from renowned ensembles like the Amernet and Ariel Quartets alongside rising international stars. Experience award-winning soloists including Grammy winner Nathan Schram, Avery Fisher Grant recipient Arnaud Sussmann, and many other top prizewinning musicians. From revered classics to cutting-edge fusions, ChamberFest Miami 2024 celebrates the limitless possibilities of chamber music. Join this extraordinary musical odyssey to New Destinations. Get details online.

Saturday, May 10 at 7pm
Totally Tubular 80s Gala
Experience a night of nostalgia in support of 305 Pink Pack's direct services programs for local women in cancer treatment with tasty bites, cocktails, and great fun at the Coral Gables Woman's Club. Participate in incredible silent auctions including trips presented by AmFundFunds. Get details online.

Saturday, May 11 at 1pm
Mother's Day Mad Hatter Tea Party
Dare to follow the White Rabbit down the rabbit hole and join the GFWC Coral Gables Woman’s Club at their 5th annual Mother’s Day Tea party fundraiser. Don’t forget to wear your maddest hat. You’ll find Drink Me beverages and Eat Me delicacies to add to your adventure. This fundraiser benefits efforts to maintain, restore and improve the historic Club property and the operations of the legacy Coral Gables Children’s Dental Clinic which has been providing dental care to needy children since 1939. Call 786-357-8387. Get details online.

Saturday, May 11 at 2pm
Miami Herald Photographer Al Diaz presents a visual history
The Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade are pleased to welcome award-winning Miami Herald Photographer Al Diaz for a look back as some of the most notable moments from his assignments in the past 40 years. Al Diaz captures the decisive moment when covering natural disasters, political campaigns, sports championships, temperamental celebrities, and angry mobs. Al will also share some memories of growing up in Miami, the places he frequented and some favorite activities. The meeting takes place at the Pinecrest Library. Get details online.

Sunday, May 12 from 10am to 4pm
Mothers Day at Deering Estate
The Deering Estate is the perfect setting to celebrate Mother’s Day. Bring the whole family for a relaxing day outdoors among the Royal Palm trees overlooking the quiet waters of Biscayne. Enjoy a shady picnic, Mother's Day Brunch or take a Bay Cruise on Biscayne Bay. Get details online. 

Monday, May 13 at 7pm
Doris Kearns Goodwin: An Unfinished Love Story
One of America’s most beloved historians, artfully weaves together biography, memoir, and history in An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s by Doris Kearns Goodwin. She describes the emotional journey she and her husband, Richard (Dick) Goodwin embarked upon in the last years of his life. The Hub is located at 5950 North Kendall Drive. Get details online.

Thursday, May 16 at 7:30pm
Back To Black - Amy Winehouse
The extraordinary story of Amy Winehouse's early rise to fame from her early days in Camden through the making of her groundbreaking album, Back to Black that catapulted Winehouse to global fame. Told through Amy's eyes and inspired by her deeply personal lyrics, the film explores and embraces the many layers of the iconic artist and the tumultuous love story at the center of one of the most legendary albums of all time. Get details online.

Fri/Sat/Sun May 17–19
Redland International Orchid Festival
The Fruit and Spice Park is once again the location of the Redland International Orchid Festival -- a bucket list event for orchid lovers in South Florida -- with three days of pure orchid mania. See the vendor list, get details and purchase discounted tickets online.

Sunday, May 19 at 6pm
45th Annual GMSB Grande Finale Concert
The Greater Miami Symphonic Band (GMSB) presents its 45Th Season Grande Finale Concert at Maurice Gusman Concert Hall. Music Director Robert Longfield and Guest Conductor Robert Carnochan will lead the band in Alfred Reed's Fifth Suite for Band (International Dances), Respighi's classic Pines of the Appian Way, Valerie Coleman's rousing Roma, and David Maslanka's masterpiece, Give Us This Day. Get details online.