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

Passiflora sculpture by Alice Aycock at Segovia Circle Fountain

Sunday, June 30 is International Asteroid Day, the anniversary of the Tunguska impact, considered to be the largest asteroid impact on Earth in recorded history.

Monday, July 1 is National Postal Worker Day, a chance to show appreciation and give thanks to all postal workers.

Thursday, July 4th is the anniversary of the publication of the Declaration Of Independence from Great Britain in 1776, celebrated with gatherings and picnics, often highlighted by fireworks or sky lighting demonstrations.

Friday, July 5 is International Bikini Day. (really?) In 1946, the new bathing suits were named in reference to Bikini Island, where the United States tested atomic bombs. Remember Raquel Welch's famous bikini shot in the One Million Years B.C. movie?

Saturday, July 6 is National Southern Fried Chicken Day, so set aside some time to enjoy crisp and tasty, finger-licking good southern fried chicken.

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, June 27 at 6:30pm
Meditation Class at the Library
Discover your true self through Sahaja Meditation and see your full potential unfold. Learn to calm and balance yourself, avoid extremes and live in tune with your environment. Beginners welcome. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, June 27 from 7 to 10pm
Argentina Week in Miami - Four Course Dinner
Highlighting the country’s history, culture, and diversity is the goal of Argentina Week in Miami, offering the opportunity to experience Argentine culinary culture and its most representative products, creating a unique experience that connects Miami’s culinary enthusiasts with potential consumers. Attend the Taste of Argentina at Grazianos, highlighting the aromas and sensations of the rich culinary heritage of Salta Province featuring the Wines of Salta. Enjoy this four course tasting menu and wine pairings each representing the heritage, wine, and cuisine of the region for $139. Get details online.

Thursday, June 27 at 7pm
Inside Out 2
Disney and Pixar's "Inside Out 2" returns to the mind of newly minted teenager Riley just as headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions. Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who've long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren't sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. And it looks like she's not alone. Get details online.

Thursday, June 27 at 7:30pm
Jennifer Marasti
The Community Arts Program at the Congregational Church presents a performance by Jennifer Marasti, New World Symphony Percussion Fellow with marimba. Jennifer Marasti brings with the marimba an incredible journey of reimagined classics. Simply intriguing, enjoyable, and memorable. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Thursday, June 27 at 8pm
JohnMartin's - Karaoke On The Mile
Step up to the mic and sing your heart out at JohnMartin's Thursday Karaoke Night, with $8 Signature Martinis and a full menu of great pub food. Get details online.

Friday, June 28 at 10am
Fewell Park Native Planting
Gather at Fewell Park, 950 Coral Way when volunteers help plant South Florida native plants to beautify this natural park in the heart of Coral Gables. Bob and Marian Fewell were outstanding real estate investors, business and civic leaders, and proud citizens of Coral Gables. In 1998, they generously donated this land at the corner of Coral Way and Granada for Fewell Park. They also funded The Robert and Marian Fewell Gallery at the Coral Gables Museum, among many other magnanimous civic endeavors. Get details online.

Friday, June 28 from 1–4pm
Brews With The Badges
Take a break and hang out with first responders, enjoying a cup of coffee and some donuts in the 200 block of Alcazar on the south side of the Coral Gables Police and Fire headquarters. Get details online.

Friday, June 28 at 6:30pm
Under A Dino Moon
Start your expedition at Jurassic Garden with a twist. Enjoy a night where your choices will shape your fate. Will you be able to escape the dinosaurs or will you remain trapped overnight? Along the way, you can experience the flavors of speciality crafted cocktails in the garden, including Paleontologist Paloma, Tyrannosaurus Tiki Punch and Velociraptor Vortex. Attendees must be 21 years or older to participate. Get details online.

Friday, June 28 at 7pm
Thelma
In his directorial debut, Josh Margolin brings together a star-studded cast for a heartwarming action-comedy. Veteran Oscar nominee June Squibb shines in her first leading role as Thelma Post, a spirited 93-year-old grandmother who refuses to be swindled by a phone scammer posing as her grandson. Get details online.

Friday, June 28 at 7pm
Musicall’s Orchestra - Musicall Summer
Granada Church, in collaboration with Musicall and the City of Coral Gables, is pleased to announce a classical concert series providing performance opportunities for students at Granada Church. Admission is complimentary. For details, email: kristal@granadachurch.com

Friday, June 28 at 7pm
A Quiet Place: Day One
Experience the day the world went quiet. Directed by Michael Sarnoski. When New York City comes under attack from an alien invasion, a woman and other survivors try to find a way to safety. They soon learn that they must remain absolutely silent as the mysterious creatures are drawn to the slightest sound. Get details online.

Friday, June 28 at 7pm
Efrén Olivares - My Boy Will Die Of Sorrow
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Efrén Olivares discussing his moving and important memoir: My Boy Will Die of Sorrow: A Memoir of Immigration From the Front Lines. He will be in conversation with Shalyn Fluharty. This deeply personal perspective from a human rights lawyer -- whose work on the front lines of the fight against family separations in South Texas intertwines with his own story of immigrating to the United States at thirteen—reframes the United States’ history as a nation of immigrants but also a nation against immigrants. Get details online.

Friday, June 28 at 7:30pm
Celebrating Donald Sutherland: Klute (1971)
This acclaimed thriller stars Jane Fonda as Bree Daniel, a New York City call girl who becomes enmeshed in an investigation into the disappearance of a business executive. Detective John Klute (Donald Sutherland) is hired to follow Daniel, and eventually begins a romance with her, but it appears that he hasn't been the only person on her trail. When it becomes clear that Daniel is being targeted, it's up to her and Klute to figure out who is after her before it's too late. The movie embodies, in the most rewarding way, the transformations and contradictions that defined American cinema at the dawn of one of its most creatively fertile eras. Klute is not, as Pakula feared it would be, a character study in a melodrama but rather a character study that uses the trappings of melodrama to deepen its portrait of the character it’s studying. Get details online.

Friday, June 28 at 9pm
Live Music - Four Bands at Titanic
The Titanic BrewPub presents four indie bands live on stage -- Regarding Waves, Ex Monarch, Glass Cities and Water Plant. Your $10 admission goes directly to the bands. Get details online.

Friday, June 28 at 9pm
Run Lola Run - 4k Restoration
Two star-crossed lovers have only minutes to change the course of their lives in this hyperkinetic, techno-scored thriller starring Franka Potente. Directed by Tom Tykwer, representing the profound impact that small, spur of the moment decisions can have on life. New 4k restoration. Get details online.

Saturday, June 29 from 10am to 3pm
Open House USDA Chapman Field Station
Bring the whole family to visit and explore the 200 acres of USDA Chapman Field Station devoted to tropical agriculture, including narrated tram tours, lectures on the history of the old air field, mango and chocolate research -- even a butterfly house for the kids. While supplies last, there will be a free plant give away as well as plant sales and plenty of refreshments for sale. Free parking on site. Use the main entrance off Deering Bay Drive, immediately on your right. For details, call 305-733-1322. Get details online.

Saturday, June 29 from 10am to noon
Coral Gables Neighbors Association Picnic
Attend the free Coral Gables Neighbors Association picnic at Kerdyk Park, 6611 Yumuri Street, across from Publix. It's a family affair with free food and beverages, kids activities, plus a free bike helmet for every bike rider. Email: CoralGablesNeighbors@gmail.com or visit the web site.

Saturday, June 29 from 10:30am to 12:30pm
Kids Summer Fun Day at The Plaza
Miami Children's Museum presents a delight two hour ocean-themed arts and crafts program at The Plaza, 2811 Ponce, a place to make new friends in a safe and supervised environment. Admission is free. Get details online.

Saturday, June 29 at 8pm
Summer Cabaret Concerts at Deering
The Summer Cabaret Concert Series at the Deering Estate presents musical performances inside the historic Great Hall. Get details online.

Saturday, June 29 at 9pm
Dick Tracy
Hard-boiled detective Dick Tracy (Warren Beatty) is searching for evidence that proves Alphonse "Big Boy" Caprice is the city's most dangerous crime boss. He may have found the key to unraveling the crimelord's illegal empire in Breathless Mahoney (Madonna), an enigmatic barroom singer who has witnessed some of Caprice's crimes firsthand. However, she seems more set on stealing Dick away from his girlfriend, Tess (Glenne Headly), than helping him solve the case of his career. Get details online.

Saturday, June 29 at 9pm
Ricky Valido & The Hialeah Hillbillies at Titanic
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. Get details online.

Sunday, June 30 from 11am to 4pm
Bottomless Brunch at JohnMartin's Pub
Elevate your Sunday brunch experience at JohnMartin’s with their irresistible Bottomless Brunch for $30. Indulge in unlimited mimosas, bellini’s, and select beers, inviting you to explore the flavors of the weekend without restraint. Catching up with friends, mark a special occasion, or unwind after a bustling week with this celebration of leisure, crafted to turn your Sundays into something worth toasting. Get details online.

Sunday, June 30 at 3pm
Summer of Art and Fun Auction
Coinciding with the launch of two new exhibitions on the history of Coral Gables, The Summer of Art and Fun Auction leads to the Centennial of The City Beautiful on April 29, 2025. Support local history by contributing to the museum's Centennial Fund, which will sponsor upcoming exhibitions and free programs to celebrate the city's rich heritage. Browse and bid on these exceptional items to show your support. Get details online.

Sunday, June 30 at 9pm
Candlelight Concert - Best of Hans Zimmer
Discover the music of Hans Zimmer at Coral Gables Congregational Church under the gentle glow of candlelight. Get details online.

Monday, July 1 at 4pm
Sidewalk Chalk Fun
Bring the kids to the Coconut Grove Library for a day of Sidewalk Chalk Fun to decorate the sidewalks with colorful chalk art. Chalk is provided, just bring your imagination and join the fun to make the library grounds bright and beautiful. This event is weather permitting. Call Coconut Grove Library at 305-442-8695 or email: hernandezje@mdpls.org. Ages 5–18 years old. Get details online.

Monday, July 1 to Wednesday, July 31
Taste the Gables - July is Restaurant Month
Taste the Gables presents a month of culinary delights and exciting events. Indulge in an array of epicurean experiences, showcasing the finest cuisine the city has to offer. Full-service restaurants are offering prix-fixe menus for brunch, lunch and dinner. Fast-casual restaurants were offering lower-priced prix-fixe menus, specialty happy hours and promotions at attractive price points during non-traditional times of day. Get details online.

Tuesday, July 2 at 5pm
The Notebook - Coral Gables Movie Night
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of this epic love story centered around an older man who reads aloud to an older woman whom he regularly visits. From a faded notebook, the old man's words bring to life the story about a couple who is separated by World War II, and is then passionately reunited, seven years later, after they have taken different paths. Call Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, July 3 at 8pm
Navy Band Brass Quintet Performance
Attend an evening of melodies and stirring harmonies with the Navy Band Southeast’s Windward Brass Quintet at this free performance in the grand interior lobby of the Miracle Theatre at 280 Miracle Mile, a prelude to the Fourth of July celebrations, produced in partnership with the Navy Band Southeast, Actors’ Playhouse, and the City of Coral Gables. Get details online.

Thursday, July 4 at 2pm
Jaws + BBQ at Gables Cinema
Academy Award-winner Steven Spielberg directs one of the most influential and gripping adventures in film history about the hunt of a deadly great white shark. 4K Restoration. Tickets include access to the Coral Gables Art Cinema July 4th BBQ on the Plaza, featuring tasty hot dogs, classic sides, crunchy Mariquitas chips, games and more. Complimentary beer tasting of local craft brews by Tripping Animals included with your reception ticket. Discounted beer and drinks will be available for purchase at the cinema. Get details online.

Thursday, July 4 at 5pm
Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration
The City of Coral Gables and The Biltmore Hotel invite the community to make plans to attend the Fourth Of July Fireworks Celebration starting at 5pm on the historic Biltmore Hotel's golf course grounds with a pre-show concert at 7pm by Navy Band Southeast. At 9pm the famous fireworks show will light up the sky to celebrate our Nation’s Independence Day. Call 305-460-5605 or email: specialevents@coralgables.com. This is a free event. Parking is a challenge, so get the details on shuttle pickups and other event details online.

Thursday, July 4 at 7pm
Sensory Friendly Fourth of July
Guests with autism and sensory related needs are invited to enjoy a premier view of the Biltmore fireworks display at an indoor quiet area with light up games, bubbles and crafts. Guests are welcome to bring food and non-alcoholic beverages. On-site parking is free at Ruth Bryan Owen Waterway Park, 3940 Granada Blvd. Get details online.

Thursday, July 4th
Deering Estate 4th of July - $5 admission
The bayside Deering Estate Heritage Park is offering $5 general admission on July 4th. Enjoy wildlife viewing, bay vistas and self-guided access of the museums. Admission is free for Deering Estate Foundation members and children ages three and under. As part of Blue Star Museums, active duty military personnel, and up to five family members, receive free admission. Get details online.

Friday, July 5 at 9:15pm
Candlelight: Classic Rock on Strings
Discover the music of rock classics at Hotel Colonnade Coral Gables under the gentle glow of candlelight. Get details online.