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Greetings {name},

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

the lagoon at Matheson Hammock Beach is a popular place for waterfront leisure

Saturday, May 25 is National Missing Children's Day, an annual observation in the United States proclaimed by President Ronald Reagan, designed to highlight the problem of child abduction.

Sunday, May 26 is Sally Ride Day, honoring the first American woman astronaut to go into space.

Monday, May 27 caps off Memorial Day Weekend. Formerly known as Decoration Day, this Monday holiday commemorates all men and women who have died in military service for the United States. It also represents the traditional end of school year and beginning of the summer vacation season with picnics, sports events and family gatherings throughout the weekend.

Tuesday, May 28 is Amnesty International Day, recognizing the need to protect human rights around the world.

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.

Thursday, May 23 at 7:30pm
Freylakh: From Classical to Klezmer
Chamber Fest Miami presents: Freklakh, From Classical to Klezmer' -- a dynamic program featuring masterworks by Mozart, Ravel, Arutiunian, and Schoenfield, seamlessly blending classical sophistication with the vibrant energy of klezmer music. This extraordinary concert invites audiences to experience the diverse and vibrant tapestry of musical expression through the impeccable virtuosity or tree award-winning musicians -- Arnaud Sussmann, violin; Moran Katz, clarinet; Marina Radiushina, piano. With their boundary-defying musical exploration, these tree musicians will transport you through a kaleidoscope of emotions and cultures at The Hub, 5950 Kendall Drive. Get details online.

Starts June 10
Actors' Playhouse Summer Theatre Camp
See your child take center stage at the Miracle Theatre as professional instructors take them on an eye-opening theatrical journey that is sure to make this a summer to remember. Get details online.

Thursday, May 23 at 5:30pm
Rhythm & Blooms with Jazz Supreme Trio
Attend Fairchild's Rhythm and Blooms: Sunset Jazz Series with delightful music of Jazz Supreme Trio in a tropical setting. Get details online.

Thursday, May 23 at 6:30pm
Meditation Class at the Library
Discover your true self through Sahaja Meditation and see your full potential unfold at Coral Gables Library. Learn to calm and balance yourself, avoid extremes and live in tune with your environment. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Beginners are welcome. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, May 23 at 7pm
Congregational Church's Pastor Laurie Hafner
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with the Reverend Dr. Laurie Hafner discussing her essay “Abortion and Faith in Florida” from the new anthology Fighting Mad: Resisting the End of Roe v. Wade. Get details online.

Thursday, May 23 at 7:30pm
Freylakh: From Classical to Klezmer
Chamber Fest Miami presents: Freklakh, From Classical to Klezmer' -- a dynamic program featuring masterworks by Mozart, Ravel, Arutiunian, and Schoenfield, seamlessly blending classical sophistication with the vibrant energy of klezmer music. This extraordinary concert invites audiences to experience the diverse and vibrant tapestry of musical expression through the impeccable virtuosity or tree award-winning musicians -- Arnaud Sussmann, violin; Moran Katz, clarinet; Marina Radiushina, piano. With their boundary-defying musical exploration, these tree musicians will transport you through a kaleidoscope of emotions and cultures at The Hub, 5950 Kendall Drive. Get details online.

Friday, May 24 at 6pm
La Vie En Rose - The Extraordinary Story of Edith Piaf
Enjoy a masterpiece of French Cinema hosted by the French Division of Society Dante Alighieri at 401 Coral Way, Suite 105. Call 305-529-6633 or email: french@dantemiami.org. Get details online.

Friday, May 24 from 6 to 8pm
Visions from Inside the Walls Exhibit
Attend the reception for this group exhibition that highlights the vibrancy and diversity of Coral Gables art scene. It showcases a multigenerational group of artists dealing with an array of themes and aesthetic interests while delving into the complexities of the human experience. Enjoy bites by The Collab at the THesis Hotel and tunes by Armstrong Jazz House. Get details online.

Friday, May 24 at 7pm
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga
As the world fell, young Furiosa is snatched from the Green Place of Many Mothers and falls into the hands of a great Biker Horde led by the Warlord Dementus. Sweeping through the Wasteland, they come across the Citadel presided over by The Immortan Joe. While the two Tyrants war for dominance, Furiosa must survive many trials as she puts together the means to find her way home. Directed by George Miller. Get details online.

Friday, May 24 at 7:30pm
Dancing Sinatra at Sanctuary of the Arts
The Sanctuary of the Arts Choreographic Ensemble and the Inter-American Choreographic Institute will perform Dancing Sinatra contemporary ballet at 410 Andalusia Avenue. Get details online. Get details online.

Sat/Sun/Mon, May 25/26/27 from 9am to 5pm
$5 Admission: Memorial Day Weekend at Deering Estate
On Memorial Day, we remember and honor the sacrifices of men and women who served to preserve our freedom. Deering Estate, a Miami-Dade County Heritage Park, is offering $5 general admission on Memorial Day Weekend (Saturday, Sunday and Monday). Enjoy wildlife viewing, bay vistas and self-guided access of the museums. Get details online.

Saturday, May 25 at 9am
Florida Native Plant Society Field Trip
Walk on the Kitching Creek Trail at Jonathan Dickinson State Park. Meet out front at the Kimbell Education and Visitor Center where there are restrooms facilities and seating available. It's a 10 minute drive from the range station at the front of the park back to the river area where the Kimbell Education and Visitor Center is located. Get details online.

Saturday, May 25 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 at the library. 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, May 25 at 11am
Building a Home: Cardboard Architecture Workshop
Inspired by the innovative architect Shigeru Ban and led by cardboard and textile artist Kristina Reinis, attend the Cardboard Architecture Workshop at the Coral Gables Museum. This event will introduce participants to the power of what you can create with everyday materials. Discover how this sustainable material can be transformed into remarkable structures. Get details online.

Saturday, May 25 at 2pm
Ennio
Giuseppe Tornatore pays tribute to Ennio Morricone in a moving and comprehensive documentary portrait of the prolific composer, exploring the breadth of the maestro's career across the hundreds of unforgettable film scores that he wrote. Get details online.

Saturday, May 25 at 5:30pm
Absinthe
Experience the immersive world of Absinthe, a groundbreaking fusion of film and live classical music curated by cellist Alexander Hersh, at Gables Cinema. Transporting audiences on a journey through captivating storytelling, this innovative project delves into the depths of musical expression, all while shedding light on the enigmatic allure of the notorious drink, Absinthe. In the accompanying film, Hersh finds himself entranced by a cello-shaped bottle of Absinthe, known as The Green Fairy for its mesmerizing emerald hue and storied past. Explore the intriguing history of this once-banned elixir, infamous for its purported hallucinogenic properties, as the film weaves together narrative threads of mystery and fascination. Get details online.

Saturday, May 25 at 8pm
Laughs In Spanish
Art Basel is about to begin and Mariana, director of a swanky modern gallery, has a big problem on her hands. Her showroom is an active crime scene. When Mariana’s movie star mother tries to save the show, everything gets hilariously complicado. Performed in English con un poquito de español, this fast-paced, cafecito-infused comedy about art and success -- and mothers and daughters -- is a joyous snapshot of Cuban and Colombian-American culture set in the heart of Miami’s Wynwood Arts District. Get details online.

Saturday, May 25 at 8pm
A Rock Sails By
Sean Grennan brings audiences another stellar play filled with humor and heart at Miracle Theatre. Dr. Lynn Cummings, an astrophysicist, tries to bring science and faith into balance while grappling with personal questions, reconnecting with her daughter, and mourning the loss of her husband. When an unidentified object is discovered heading toward Earth, a less-than-reputable online magazine misquotes her, casting doubt on her credibility. Dr. Cummings hopes to witness nothing remarkable and thus save her reputation, but there is no telling what she will discover beyond the stars. The play continues through June 9. Get details online.

Saturday, May 25 at 9pm
Ricky Valido and the Hialeah Hillbillies
The self-proclaimed outlaw singer hailing from Hialeah is shaking up the scene and blazing his own trail as a groundbreaking artist. Performing over 200 shows a year, Ricky’s fan base is loyal and growing, his music reaching national and international audiences. Ricky reigns from Hialeah, where his great grandparents settled after arriving from Cuba in the 1960s. Continuing to expand horizons, Valido redefines country music by blending his influences, culture, and heritage, drawing on his interesting personal history in his songwriting. Get details online.

Sunday, May 26 at 9am
Vizcaya Village Farmers Market
Taste the artistry of local vendors as you explore Vizcaya’s historic farm and village. Get details online.

Sunday, May 26 at 2pm
Inspiring Masterworks For Piano Trio
In partnership with the Mainly Mozart Festival, the Miami Chamber Music Society presents an enchanting evening of classical music as virtuosic talents Arnaud Sussmann, violin, Alexander Hersh, cello, and Marina Radiushina, piano unite to present a captivating concert featuring works of Mozart, Beethoven and Mendelssohn and Clara Schumann. From the delicate interplay of Mozarts chamber music to the emotional depth ot Beethoven's compositions and the impassioned harmonies of Mendelssohn, the trio's will bring these masterpieces to life. Join us for a spellbinding musical journey celebrating the enduring legacy of these iconic composers. The event takes place at Newman Recital Hall, 5513 San Amaro Drive. Get details online.

Sunday, May 26 at 3pm
Nowhere Special
When single father John is given only a few months left to live, he attempts to find a new, perfect family for his young son, Michael, determined to shield him from the terrible reality of the situation. Get details online.

Monday, May 27 at 9am
Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony
The City of Coral Gables honors the men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation at the War Memorial Youth Center. Light refreshments will be served following the ceremony. Get details online.

Tuesday, May 28 at 1pm
Coral Gables Movie Matinee - Downton Abbey
Enjoy the 2019 Downton Abbey film that brought the TV series to the big screen. Follow along as the Crawley family prepares for an official royal visit to their family home in Yorkshire, England. Watch as King George V, Queen Mary and their royal entourage descend on the mansion. Call the Coral Gables library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, May 28 at 7pm
Lies and Weddings - Crazy Rich Asians author Kevin Kwan
Books & Books and the Miami Book Fair are thrilled to present Kevin Kwan discussing his new novel: Lies and Weddings; in conversation with Asha Elias at the Coral Gables Congregational Church. In a globetrotting tale that takes us from the black sand beaches of Hawaii to the skies of Marrakech, from the glitzy bachelor pads of Los Angeles to the inner sanctums of England’s oldest family estates, Kevin Kwan unfurls a juicy, hilarious, sophisticated and thrillingly plotted story of love, money, murder, sex, and the lies we tell about them all. This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase.  Get details online.

Tuesday, May 28 at 7pm
Annual Orchid Auction - East Everglades Orchid Society
East Everglades Orchid Society is holding its annual Orchid Auction at the University of Florida Miami-Dade Extension, 18710 SW 288 Street. Admission and refreshments are free. This event is open to the public. Get details online.

Wednesday, May 29 at 7:30am
Coffee and Pastelitos with Vince Lago
Join the Community Newspapers team and Coral Gables Mayor Vince Lago for an interactive morning breakfast gathering at Casa Cuba, 5859 SW 73rd Street in South Miami with coffee and pastelitos. This is a free event. Call Grant Miller at 305-323-8206. Get details and RSVP online.

Wednesday, May 29 from 5 to 7pm
Indulge & Impact: Chocolate, Wine, and Fundraising Soirée
Experience an unforgettable evening of exquisite indulgence with delectable chocolates by Cao Chocolates, hand-selected wines, and captivating jazz music at the Armstrong Jazz House, all in support of a great cause, the Supreme Scholars Foundation. Armstrong Jazz House is located at 271 Miracle Mile. Get details online.

Wednesday, May 29 at 7pm
Adam Higginbotham - Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space
From the New York Times bestselling author of Midnight in Chernobyl comes the definitive, dramatic, minute-by-minute story of the Challenger disaster based on fascinating new archival research and in-depth reporting—a riveting history that reads like a thriller. Higginbotham reveals the history of the shuttle program, the lives of men and women whose stories have been overshadowed by the disaster as well as the designers, engineers and test pilots who struggled against the odds to get the first shuttle into space. A masterful blend of riveting human drama and fascinating and absorbing science, Challenger brings to life a turning point in history—and the result is an even more complex and astonishing story than we remember. Get details online.

Thursday, May 30 at 7pm
Sebastian Junger - In My Time Of Dying
For years as an award-winning war reporter, Sebastian Junger traveled to many front lines and frequently put his life at risk. And yet the closest he ever came to death was the summer of 2020 while spending a quiet afternoon at the New England home he shared with his wife and two young children. This experience spurred Junger -- a confirmed atheist raised by his physicist father to respect the empirical -- to undertake a scientific, philosophical, and deeply personal examination of mortality and what happens after we die. How do we begin to process the brutal fact that any of us might perish unexpectedly on what begins as an ordinary day? How do we grapple with phenomena that science may be unable to explain? And what happens to a person, emotionally and spiritually, when forced to reckon with such existential questions? In My Time of Dying is part medical drama, part searing autobiography, and part rational inquiry into the ultimate unknowable mystery. Get details online.

Thursday, May 30 at 7:30pm
Amernet Quartet and Friends
In partnership with the Mainly Mozart Festival, the Miami Chamber Music Society presents the Amernet Quartet (Misha Vitenson, violin, Avi Nagin, violin, Michael Klotz, viola, Jason Calloway, cello) with Maria Ioudenitch, violin; Hyunjee Chung, violin; Nathan Schram. viola; Gabriel Martins, cello; and Marina Radiushina, piano. Experience the pinnacle of chamber music excellence with an evening showcasing world-class musicianship. Featuring works of Mozart, Chopin, Bacewicz and Kreisler and culminating in Mendelssohn's electrifying Octet in E-flat Major, Op. 20" where eight virtuosos unite in a breathtaking display of musical mastery, this program promises an unforgettable journey through the rich tapestry of chamber music. The event takes place at Newman Recital Hall, 5513 San Amaro Drive. Get details online.

Saturday, June 1 from 9:30am to 5pm
Financial Literacy Class for Teens
Miami-Dade District 7 and the Coral Gables library present the Teen Financial Literacy Program, empowering young individuals with vital personal finance skills, promoting wealth creation and bolstering economic growth. Through engaging workshops and practical simulations, teens will grasp concepts such as budgeting, saving, investing, and responsible borrowing. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 12 to 18 years old. Get details online.

Saturday, June 1 at 3pm
UEFA Champions League Final at The Bierhaus
Gather at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus to watch the UEFA Champions League/European Cup games taking place at Wembley Stadium in London, England between German club Borussia Dortmund and Spanish club Real Madrid. This is the 69th season of Europe's elite club competition. Get details online.

Saturday, June 8 at 10am
Royal Poinciana Walking Tour
Experience the Simpson Park and South Miami Avenue Walking Tour presented by Dade Heritage Trust. View a South Florida natural hammock and the Royal Poinciana tree-lined South Miami Avenue. Start at DHT Headquarters, 190 SE 12th Terrace. This is a free event, but donations are welcome. Get details online.

Saturday, June 8 at 2pm
Royal Poinciana Symposium at the Pinecrest Library
In partnership with the Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade, Steve Pearson, former Director of the Gifford Arboretum and past president of the Tropical Flowering Tree Society, will present the history of the Royal Poinciana, its origins in South Florida and its use by early settlers. Steve will also present information on the care and horticultural aspects of the tree, and the inspiration it has provided in art, music, and poetry. The event is free with free parking at the Pinecrest Library. Get details and RSVP online.

Sunday, June 9 from 6 to 9pm
Royal Poinciana Fiesta Celebration Party and Reception
Gather in the Garden House of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden for trolley tours before refreshments are served (including  Royal Poinciana Punch). At 7:30pm, presentations will take place for the 2024 Royal Poinciana Fiesta Queen and Court scholarship recipients, as well as the Larry Schokman Book Award recipient. Poinciana cake will be served at the end of the presentations. Limited edition Royal Poinciana Fiesta posters will be available for sale. This event is free and open to the public, but guests are requested to bring a dish to share or make a donation. New memberships in the Tropical Flowering Tree Society are encouraged. Get details and RSVP online.

Thursday, June 13 at 7:30pm
Hot Fiddle - CAP 2024 Summer Concert Series
The Community Arts Program (CAP) 2024 Summer Concert Series opens with with Hot Fiddle. Virtuoso violinist Ashley Liberty and brilliant pianist Daniel Strange bring an epic genre-busting ride -- from classical and jazz, to fiddle and rock. The concert takes places at the Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd. Get details online.

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Experience The Hunter Douglas Gallery at Biscayne Décor
Offering a complete shopping experience, The Hunter Douglas Gallery at Biscayne Décor presents premium displays and a full line of window treatment products and services to enhance and elevate your home, delivering the utmost in both sophistication and quality. These shades are designed and custom-assembled in the USA, built to your specifications and guaranteed to last. Explore different materials, styles, operating systems, fabrics and colors and choose your perfect window-treatment solution. Behold light transformed. Biscayne Décor is located at 1404 Ponce. Call 305-569-0505. Get details online.