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Greetings {name},

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

an old oak tree hosting an abundance of resurrection fern offers temperate shade in the green space on Coral Way at Country Club Prado

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories and to acknowledge the important contributions of Native people.

Friday, November 1 is All Saints Day, a Christian holiday honoring all of the saints, many of which were martyrs. All Saints Day and All Souls Day was originally celebrated in May. They were moved to November 1 and November 2, to downplay the Pagan holidays of Halloween (All Hallow’s Eve) and Dia De Los Muertos.

Sunday, November 3 -- Daylight Saving Time Ends on the first Sunday in November at 2am. Fall back one hour.

Tuesday, November 5 is election day - the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November.

Saturday, November 9 is World Freedom Day, marking the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989.

Sunday, November 10 celebrates the birth of the United States Marine Corps.

Monday, November 11 is Veteran's Day, an opportunity to honor and thank all military personnel who served the United States in all wars, particularly living veterans.

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

Sat/Sun/Mon, November 9–11 from 12:30 to 5pm
Miami Rum Renaissance Festival in Coral Gables
Savor and discern more than 100 types of rum, and rum cocktails, at this annual gathering of rum producers, enthusiasts and members of the spirits trade. Discount tickets are available online before November 1. Seminars take place on Saturday, November 9; Grand Tastings on Sunday, November 10; and Trade Day is Monday, November 11. Get details online.

Saturday, November 2 at 6pm
One Night in the Tropics 2024
The University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Tropical Research and Education Center invites you to attend their annual One Night In The Tropics fundraiser at 18905 SW 280 Street. The event is hosted on the first Saturday in November, which is recognized as Farmer's Month in Miami-Dade County. Enjoy good food, great music and dancing, and the company of UF/IFAS TREC's world-class scientists amid tropical fruit-filled groves and ornamental plants. For details, contact Monique Scoggin at 786-217-9226. Get details online.

During the Month of October
A Legacy Of Caring - Baptist Health Doctors Hospital
Experience new exhibit at Coral Gables Museum -- A Legacy Of Caring - Baptist Health Doctors Hospital -- with historian Dr. Paul George, celebrating the rich history of Baptist Health Doctors Hospital, from its earliest days in the post-World War II era to its current status as a beacon of healing. The hospital’s story is deeply intertwined with the growth of the Coral Gables community, evolving and adapting to meet its needs. Get details online.

Now Energized
Solar United Neighbors - Miami-Dade Solar Co-Op
Imagine walking into a solar company’s office with 50 or 100 of your neighbors and saying, “We all want to get solar. What kind of deal can you give us?” That's how the Solar United Neighbors Miami-Dade Solar co-op works. You get independent non-profit advice on how home-based solar works. You’ll have a built-in network of support and inspiration from others who, like you, are taking a stand for energy freedom and advancing the clean energy economy. Find out more online.

Thursday, October 31 from 6:30 to 9:30pm
Nightmare on 405
Bring the kids for an extra scary night at the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center. The haunted basketball gym will surely provide a frightening experience. This event is not suitable for children under the age of 5 years old. Call 305-460-5600. Get details online.

Thursday, October 31 at 7:25pm
Here
From the reunited director, writer, and stars of Forrest Gump, Here is an original film about multiple families and a special place they inhabit. The story travels through generations, capturing the human experience in its purest form. Directed by Robert Zemeckis, written by Eric Roth and Zemeckis and told much in the style of the acclaimed graphic novel by Richard McGuire on which it is based, Tom Hanks and Robin Wright star in a tale of love, loss, laughter and life, all of which happen right Here. Get details online.

Thursday, October 31 at 10pm
Possession - 4K Restoration
An international spy’s wife enters a frenzy after asking him for a divorce in Polish director Andrzej Zulawski’s viscerally intoxicating psychological horror -- presented in a brand new 4K restoration for Halloween. Get details online.

Friday, November 1 from noon to 5pm
Dungeons & Dragons: A Legacy of RPG Exhibit
University of Miami Libraries is showcasing a collection of Roleplaying Games (RPG) and other materials about RPGs in honor of the 50th Anniversary of the game Dungeon's & Dragons (D&D). D&D made a major impact on the world of RPG games and other pop culture media. Get details online.

Friday, November 1 from 6 to 10pm
Gables Gallery Night
Coral Gables galleries and participating art venues open their doors on the first Friday of the month 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. Get details online.

Friday, November 1 from 6 to 10pm
First Friday Gallery Night at Cernuda
Vist Cernuda Arte Gallery on First Friday to experience A Surrealist Century / Un Siglo Surrealista exhibit. Get details online.

Friday, November 1 from 6 to 9pm
Gallery Night at the Museum
The Young Associates of the Coral Gables Museum are hosting a Gallery Night experience with live music by Back Beat band, delicious pizza from Josh’s Pizza, a cash bar, and free entry to the Museum and galleries. Get details online.

Friday, November 1 at 7:30pm
Frost Alumnus Sydney Guillaume with Frost Chorale
In this unique performance and homecoming, Frost alumnus Sydney Guillaume joins forces with the award-winning Frost Chorale. A Haitian-born composer and conductor, Sydney Guillaume wrote his first choral piece for the Frost Chorale over 20 years ago, and Frost is thrilled to welcome him back UM Gusman Concert Hall, presenting his works alongside others from the traditional choral canon. Get details online.

Friday, November 1 at 7:30pm
Venice Baroque Orchestra
Enjoy a european-inspired night out with the musical magic of Venice Baroque Orchestra at Sanctuary Of The Arts. Recognized as one of the premier ensembles devoted to period instrument performance, this orchestra receives wide critical acclaim (including a Grammy nomination) for its concert performances throughout North America, Europe, South America, Japan and Korea, Taiwan and China. Get details online.

Friday, November 1 at 8pm
King James at GableStage
"King" LeBron James' reign in Cleveland brings promise, prosperity, and renewal to a city in desperate need of all three. It also brings together two unlikely friends in a bond forged by fandom. Told over twelve years (from LeBron's rookie season to an NBA Championship) King James is a clever, fast-paced comedy by Pulitzer Finalist Rajiv Joseph. Actors Melvin Huffnagle and Gregg Weiner star in this intimate chronicle of two friends whose turbulent relationship is best navigated through their shared love of basketball. Get details online.

Saturday, November 2 at 7:30am
Early Morning Birdwalk at Fairchild Garden
Experience a Guided Early Morning Bird Walk for a chance to spot the many birds who dwell in the Fairchild tropical paradise. It’s the perfect time to encounter quick-winged hummingbirds, as they tend to stay out of sight during the day. Grab your binoculars and meet at the South Gate Entrance, then follow your guide down the Kushlan Bird Trail. Get details online.

Saturday, November 2 from 9am to 1pm
Doc Thomas House Tag Sale
It's a once-per-century Tag Sale at Tropical Audubon Society's historic 1932 Doc Thomas House -- now undergoing interior restoration projects and editing the contents of the kitchen, library, common areas and former bedrooms to more accurately align with an early 20th century esthetic and the John James Audubon heritage. The address is 5530 Sunset Drive. Get details online.

Saturday, November 2 from 9am to noon
Environmentally Endangered Lands - Hattie Bauer Hammock
Participate in EEL workdays and help protect and restore environmental areas within the Environmentally Endangered Lands preserves. The workdays are fun and involve hands-on activities. Hattie Bauer Hammock, 26715 SW 157 Avenue, is a robust native hammock preserve with unique species of plants and trees that once was the site of the Orchid Jungle. Get details and RSVP online.

Sat/Sun, November 2–3 from 10am to 5pm
Annual Palm Show at Fairchild
The South Florida Palm Society in 2024 celebrates its 40th Fall Show and Sale, featuring hundreds of species of palms and cycads on display to the public. Throughout the weekend, the Society will operate an information center to provide advice for successfully raising these plants and will give away fresh seeds of a broad selection of species. Get details online.

Saturday, November 2 at noon
Raj Tawney - All Mixed Up
Books & Books is proud to present an afternoon with Raj Tawney discussing All Mixed Up. He will be in conversation with Vanessa Garcia. This event is free and open to the public and books will be available for purchase the night of the event. Get details online.

Saturday, November 2 at 8pm
The Hot Sardines at Pinecrest Gardens
Captivating audiences worldwide with the sounds of the 1930s and ‘40s jazz, The Hot Sardines are the charismatic front-runners of vintage jazz, ascended from Brooklyn's vibrant underground party scene. Led by pianist Evan Palazzo and vocalist Elizabeth Bougerol, the band masterfully blends brass, lively piano melodies, and captivating vocals. Get details online.

Saturday, November 2 from 8:30 to 11:30pm
Live Music In The Biltmore Bar
Enjoy live music with classic and creative cocktails, fine wine and imported beer and ale selections within the inimitable atmosphere of The Biltmore Bar. Get details online.

Sunday, November 3 at 11am
Sabrina starring Audrey Hepburn
Sabrina (Audrey Hepburn) embarks on a transformative year in Paris, blossoming into a sophisticated and charming young woman. Upon her return, relegated to the status of a chauffeur’s daughter, her life takes an unexpected turn when one of the wealthy brothers her father works for takes notice. Get details online.

Sunday, November 3 from 10am to 3pm
12th Annual Vintage Auto Show at Deering
The Deering Estate, in collaboration with the Antique Automotive Club of America -- South Florida Region -- will host the 12th annual Vintage Auto Show. Guests from the Miami area can enjoy a relaxing day outdoors as they stroll down memory lane. Car show enthusiasts of all ages can enjoy a variety of vintage cars, from 1965 and older, displayed on the historic grounds of the Deering Estate for Miami’s most exciting car show. As a salute to Charles Deering, first chairman of the International Harvester Company, the 1950 International Harvester Truck will also be on display. Get details online.

Sunday, November 3 at 1pm
The Spirit of the Beehive
Attend Cosford Cinema for a screening of Victor Erice’s spellbinding fantasy-drama The Spirit of the Beehive (1973), about a sensitive seven year-old girl living in a small Spanish village who drifts into her own fantasy world after watching and being traumatized by the movie Frankenstein in 1940. Get details online. 

Sunday, November 3 at 4pm
GMSB - A Young People's Concert
The Greater Miami Symphonic Band (GMSB) will be opening its concert season with A Young People's Concert at the Banyan Bowl in Pinecrest Gardens with a spectacular musical journey exploring different types of overtures, marches, fanfares, and cinematic themes to entertain kids of all ages. Get details online.

Sunday, November 3 at 4pm
Transformations - Frost Wind Ensemble
Attend a performance of Brouwer’s Canción de Gesta, Maslanka's Symphony No. 4, and a new works by Frost faculty member Charles Mason with the Frost Wind Ensemble at Gusman Concert Hall. Get details online.

Sunday, November 3 at 6pm
Sierra Club Miami Group November Meeting
Matthew Schwartz, the Executive Director of the South Florida Wildlands Association will address the Sierra Club at the Congregational Church. This non-profit not only works on saving the Florida Panther and the wildlife corridor but also gets involved with other local issues. Also joining the meeting will be Mike Ewall, from Energy Justice Network. Mr. Ewall is a leading authority on the hazards of incineration and the decades of greenhouse gases that will result from building a new one. The meeting will be held at Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3011 Columbus Blvd in the Havighorst Room (west entrance). Get details online.

Sunday, November 3 at 6pm
Hadestown - Teen Edition
Miami Childrens Theater proudly presents Hadestown Teen Edition at Sanctuary Of The Arts, a musical which tells a version of the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, featuring a tremendously talented cast. A young girl looking for something to eat, goes to work in a hellish industrial version of the Greek underworld to escape poverty and the cold, and her poor singer-songwriter lover Orpheus comes to rescue her. This is one of the most beloved musicals of the 21st Century and winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical. This Hadestown Teen Edition will be MCT's first main stage show featuring a live band on stage. Get details online.

Monday, November 4 at 6:30pm
Lev Parnas - Shadow Diplomacy
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Lev Parnas discussing Shadow Diplomacy: Lev Parnas’s Wild Ride From Brooklyn to Donald Trump’s Inner Circle. He will be in conversation with Billy Corben and Grant Stern will moderate. In Fall 2019, Lev became an internationally-recognized figure when he was arrested for participating in the Ukraine scandal, which became the subject of the first impeachment of Donald Trump and Rudy Giuliani. His first book, Shadow Diplomacy, offers an insider’s view of how money and power actually work to keep the world running exactly the way some want it to, and the extent to which a corrupt president will exploit it to stay in power. This event is free and open to the public and books will be available for purchase the night of the event. Get details online.

Monday, November 4 at 7:15pm
My Name Is Alfred Hitchcock
Directed by Mark Cousins, My Name is Alfred Hitchcock re-examines the vast filmography and legacy of one of the 20th century’s greatest filmmakers, Alfred Hitchcock, through a new lens: through the auteur’s own voice. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 5 from 8am to 6pm
Mini Camp at A.D. Barnes Park Nature Center
With Miami EcoAdventures day camps, kids have fun, connect with nature, and make friends while developing their interests in the outdoors. Hands-on activities, outdoor exploration, and non-competitive games keep campers active and help build confidence in nature. Caring and energetic counselors are passionate about engaging kids and creating an environment where each child matters. Camp Black Bear is located at AD Barnes Nature Center at 3401 SW 72nd Ave. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 5 at 10:30am
Soft Pastels in the Garden with Dan Bondroff
Students at all levels are welcome to learn the fascinating art of pastels. Discover how to paint in soft pastel, considered by many as the purest of painting media. Soft pastel is bright, colorful and easy to learn. Award-winning Miami artist, Dan Bondroff, will teach students how to create tropical landscape paintings in soft pastel from concept to completion. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 6 at 6pm
Wine Tasting at Beauty & the Butcher
Enjoy a delightful wine tasting at Beauty And The Butcher every first Wednesday of the month with live music and a 10% discount on dinner. The cost is $20 per person. The address is 6915 South Red Road. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 6 at 9pm
Twisters - Free Screening
The University of Miami’s Cinematic Arts Commission (CAC) invites you to a free screening of Twisters, starring Glen Powell and Daisy Edgar-Jones as meteorologists who chase wind storms in Oklahoma. The screening is free and no tickets or registration are required. Get details online.

Thursday, November 7 at 6pm
The Legacy of Sofía Ímber: Venezuelan Journalist and Art Promoter
Attend an exhibition Kislak Center at the University of Miami honoring Sofía Ímber, influential journalist, cultural critic, and founder of the Museo de Arte Contemporaneo de Caracas in Venezuela. Sofía Ímber was the first woman ever nominated for the National Journalism Prize of Venezuela and subsequently won other international awards, including the French Legion d'Honneur, the Argentinian Orden de Mayo, and the Picasso Medal from UNESCO, among many others. In 2022, her family donated her collection to Special Collections at the University of Miami Libraries. Get details online.

Starting on Sunday, November 10 at 4pm
Lamar Louise Curry Concert Series
The Lamar Louise Curry Concert Series seeks to present captivating music to the people of South Florida. This ministry of First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables is designed to provide a vital community outreach that enriches the lives of all ages spiritually, culturally, and educationally through music. The first concert of the season begins on Sunday, November 10 at 4pm with The Miami Sousa Band: Salute to Veterans. Get details online.

Thursday, November 14 at 6pm
Frank Lloyd Wright and his Influence on Florida Architecture
Celebrate World Architecture Day and Coral Gables Museum’s Fourteenth Birthday with a Master Lecture on Frank Lloyd Wright and His Influence on Florida Architecture by Dr. Wayne Wood. This program aims to raise awareness about the importance of historic preservation in our state. This lecture is part of the Florida Talks series from Florida Humanities. Get details online.

Friday, November 15 at 8pm
Tick, Tick... Boom!
Before there was Rent, there was Tick, Tick... Boom!, Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning composer Jonathan Larson’s explosive musical about life, death, and the necessity of art. This autobiographical piece follows Jon, an aspiring composer hitting 30 in the artistic hustle of New York City. Larson’s creation delves into the challenges of pursuing dreams, offering a poignant journey through self-discovery, creativity, and the ticking clock of time. With catchy tunes and heartfelt moments, Tick, Tick... Boom! celebrates artistic passion while reflecting on the universal theme of chasing dreams amid life’s uncertainties. It encapsulates Larson’s own experiences, delivering a compelling narrative within the vibrant backdrop of the city that never sleeps. Get details online.

Saturday, December 7 from 10am to 3pm
Villagers’ Historic Home Tour of Shenandoah
Make plans to attend the Villagers’ 2024 Annual Home Tour, featuring private residences in the culturally significant historic Shenandoah neighborhood. The vibrant community in the heart of Miami was planned in the 1920s and showcases an unusual blend of architectural styles. Tour-goers will see a different side of Miami as they visit six uniquely different homes from the 20s and 30s. Styles in the neighborhood include Craftsman, Art Deco Moderne, Mission, Coral Rock, Mediterranean Revival, and Sears’ kit Colonial houses. The stunning St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral will host The Villagers’ Holiday Boutique. This seventh historic location will be open until 4pm featuring gift items, plants, Villager Angels, baked goods, handmade items, and vintage jewelry. A pop-up café will be on-site. Get details online.