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

the majestic old oaks and swaying palms along the waterway at Ruth Bryan Owen Park mark the historic site of the girl scout house at Granada and Bird Road

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Monday, March 17 is Saint Patrick's Day, with celebrations of Irish Culture, marked by Irish themed festivities, drinks and food, and family gatherings.

On Thursday, March 20, the sun's path crosses the celestial equator from south to north. The Spring Equinox represents the time of year when the hours of day and night are equal.

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

Vinya Table in Coral Gables
Extensive wine-by-the-glass and great food
Drop in to Vinya Table at 266 Miracle Mile for the daily social hour from 3 to 7pm -- because great wine and better company deserve more time. What to expect: thoughtfully curated small plates made with seasonal ingredients, a wine list worth toasting to (minus corkage fees), and a vibe that’s all about savoring the moment. The happiest hours await when you pull up a chair. Get details online.

Save The Date
Sat/Sun, April 5–6 afternoon
2025 Secret Garden Tour of Coconut Grove
The Friends of The Commodore Trail Secret Garden Tour features seven unique and stunning properties, all located within walking or biking distance of one another in the North Grove. The Tour raises awareness of the importance of gardens and trees in preserving the Grove's natural beauty and fragile ecosystem. Proceeds support Friends of the Commodore Trail's community advocacy work for improvements and upkeep of the Trail to ensure pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists can safely enjoy all this historic route has to offer. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Thursday, March 13 at 10am
Biltmore Centennial Time Capsule Ceremony
Attend a special ceremony for the dedication of the Biltmore Hotel and Golf Course's Centennial Time Capsule to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the original groundbreaking by George E. Merrick at the Front Entrance Fountain. Get details online.

Thursday, March 13 from 5 to 9pm
Night Market at Vizcaya Village
Experience cultural celebration, food, live music and community at the monthly Vizcaya Village Night Market with over 30 local vendors and unique delicacies, local produce, foods, clothes, jewelry and much much more. It's a delightful, bustling marketplace filled with the sights, sounds, and flavors that define this vibrant community. Get details online.

Thursday, March 13 at 6pm
In The Company Of Women Awards
Celebrate Women's History Month at the 36th Annual In the Company of Women Awards Ceremony, presented by Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department, in partnership with the Miami-Dade Commission for Women and the Parks Foundation of Miami-Dade. The event features a reception with passed hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and entertainment, followed by the awards ceremony and dinner, with Local 10's Kristi Krueger as the emcee, and a delicious, three-course surf and turf meal at the beautiful Coral Gables Country Club. Get details online.

Thursday, March 13 at 6:30pm
Chef Thomas Keller Fairchild Dinner at Bouchon
Attend an evening in the Garden of Bouchon with a dinner to benefit Fairchild's Million Orchid Project, prepared and presented by Chef Thomas Keller at Bouchon Bistro, 2101 Galliano Street. Get details and RSVP online.

Thursday, March 13 at 7:15pm
Black Bag
From Director Steven Soderbergh, Black Bag is a gripping spy drama about legendary intelligence agents George Woodhouse and his beloved wife Kathryn. When she is suspected of betraying the nation, George faces the ultimate test – loyalty to his marriage or his country. Get details online.

Thursday, March 13 at 8pm
Pub 52 Karaoke Thursdays
Silver Dragon Entertainment presents Karaoke That Cares every Thursday night from 8pm to midnight at Pub 52 Gastropub + Kitchen. Try amazing starters like the Cuban Bites, the Award Winning Wings, or entrees like Stone Oven Flatbreads, Pub Fried Rice, Burgers, Sliders, Wraps, and more! Leave room for signature cocktails, wines, craft, import, and domestic drafts. Get details on instagram.

Thursday, March 13 at midnight
Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse
When the earth blocks light from the sun illuminating the moon, a rare lunar eclipse produces a stark red color across the surface of the moon -- hence the name blood moon. The eclipse begins just before midnight on Thursday, lasting almost until sunrise of Friday morning. Get details online.

Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon, March 14–17
Saint Patrick's Weekend at the Bierhaus
It's Saint Patrick's weekend -- Friday to Monday -- at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus with live music, Irish food specialties, and of course, plenty of beer. Admission is free. Get details online.

Fri/Sat/Sun, March 14–16 at noon
Obsessed With Light
A luminous exploration of creativity and influence, Obsessed with Light unveils the groundbreaking artistry of Loïe Fuller, a visionary performer who revolutionized visual culture. Get details online.

Friday, March 14 at 7pm
Novocaine
A high concept action movie about a sheltered bank executive (Jack Quaid) with a rare genetic condition that prevents him from feeling pain. When his bank is robbed and one of his co-workers (Amber Midthunder) is kidnapped, he is forced to act and turn his greatest liability into his greatest strength. Get details online.

Friday, March 14 at 7pm
Opus
A young writer is invited to the remote compound of a legendary pop star who mysteriously disappeared thirty years ago. Surrounded by the star's cult of sycophants and intoxicated journalists, she finds herself in the middle of his twisted plan. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 from 8am to 2pm
Coral Gables Farmers' Market at City Hall
Every Saturday from 8am to 2pm through March 29, 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, with educational workshops and activities for children. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 at 10:30am
Book Club: Great Conversations
Enjoy a selection of fascinating titles from the 20th century to today that will spark minds, imaginations and great discussions. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 at 10:30am
Family Art Workshop at Lowe Art Gallery
Explore your creativity during this month’s Family Art Workshop, Whether you're an experienced artist or a curious beginner, join Lowe Art Museum teaching artist, Sarah Laing, for a fun and exciting artmaking experience working with various mediums, colors, and techniques to bring your own unique creations to life. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 from 11am to 5pm
Coral Market at Merrick House
The Coral Market brings together purveyors of vintage housewares, furniture and fashion in a unique setting: The family home and gardens of Coral Gables founder George Merrick. Completed in 1910, the Merrick House is constructed of the local vernacular limestone known as coral rock, and the interior appears much as it did in 1925, when mother Althea Fink Merrick felt it was at its zenith. How appropriate for an elevated, curated vintage market -- the only one its kind in the Gables. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 at 11am
Tropical Spinach and Alternative Greens
Living in the tropics gives us a whole different set of edible plants to work with on a different gardening schedule than your traditional leafy green vegetables. In this workshop learn about multiple varieties of tropical spinach as you see, smell, and taste samples. Learn how to plant, grow, eat and propagate all kinds of tropical spinach plants. Cuttings/starts and seeds will be given to all participants. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 from 2pm to midnight
JohnMartin's Saint Patrick's Street Festival
Indulge in some good ol’ Irish fun and celebrate the 32nd Annual JohnMartin's Saint Patrick's Street Festival on the streets of Coral Gables Enjoy live bands, entertainment, bar stations, food, games and more. Plus, buy a shot of any Irish Whiskey, get a free Guinness Blonde lager. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 at 5pm
Art & Poetry: Echoes In Abstraction
Visit the Hibiscus Gallery at Pinecrest Gardens for a special art exhibit. Through paintings and mixed-media pieces, the artists featured in this exhibition unfold a visual vocabulary driven by movement, emotion, and the energy of gesture, where the spontaneity of the stroke, the intensity of color, and the richness of textures become fundamental expressive elements Curated by Hartvest Project in collaboration with 7 Plus One Art Project. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 from 5 to 8pm
National Espresso Martini Day at Americana Kitchen
The espresso martini, also known as a vodka espresso, is a cold caffeinated alcoholic drink made with espresso, coffee liqueur, and vodka. Not a true Martini, it is a favorite of those that enjoy the rich taste of coffee in their libation. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 at 6pm
GableStage Gala - Miami Vice, the Musical
Enjoy an evening inspired by the timeless story, style, and swagger of Miami Vice -- a fundraiser for GableStage -- at Vice City District, 471 NE 79th Street. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 at 7pm
Women's History Month Concert at Deering
Enjoy an evening of music and celebration honoring Women’s History Month with a concert by Deering Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Susana Behar in the Deering Estate Visitor Center Theater. Through a rich and diverse repertoire featuring songs in Spanish, English, French, Portuguese, Ladino and more, Susana Behar will honor iconic female singers and composers from around the world. Her performance blends timeless classics with contemporary pieces, celebrating the strength, creativity, and resilience of women across generations and cultures. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 at 8pm
John Lloyd Young in Concert
John Lloyd Young, an award-winning artist performs live at the Banyan Bowl. Known for his multifaceted career spanning film and stage, particularly as the original Frankie Valli in the Broadway hit Jersey Boys, Young was hand-picked by director Clint Eastwood to reprise his role in the film adaptation. Get details online.

Saturday, March 15 at 10pm
The Invitation
Will and his new girlfriend Kira are invited to a dinner with old friends at the house of Will’s ex Eden and her new partner David. Although the evening appears to be relaxed, Will soon gets a creeping suspicion that their charming host David is up to something. Get details online.

Sunday, March 16 at 9:30am
Miami Watercolor Society Classes
Members of the watercolor society offer skill building watercolor classes taught by MWS members featuring a variety of techniques in acrylics and watercolors, appropriate for beginners through advanced artists, at the Pinecrest Community Center, 5855 Killian Drive. Classes are offered on the third Sunday of the month -- September through April -- except December. Get details online.

Sunday, March 16 from 10am to 1pm
Bike & BBQ - A Cycle Day Event
Join Bike Walk's most popular bike tour of the year: a centennial ride to Matheson Hammock Park and picnic at the historic pavilion. This tour leaves from the Coral Gables Youth Center (405 University Dr, Coral Gables). Presented in partnership with the City of Coral Gables and Dade Heritage Trust. Get details online.

Sunday, March 16 from 11am to 4pm
Moët & Chandon Sunday Brunch
Enjoy Americana Kitchen's signature Sunday brunch with bottomless Moet for $57 per person. Savor Miami-inspired a la carte dishes, craft brunch cocktails and indoor/outdoor seating. Get details online.

Sunday, March 16 at 1pm
Family Painting Class: Capture The Essence Of Roses
Attend a delightful, artistic, and educational painting session inspired by clovers. Led by Raquel Torrent of Art and Juice, this class introduces easy and enjoyable techniques to help you capture the essence of roses on canvas. Children learn to trust their own abilities while observing with artistic eyes, learning contour, form, colors, and value. Here, you and your children can express your creativity by adding your own unique details at the end. Supplies will be provided. The final product will be a frameable canvas painting. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Get details online.

Sunday, March 16 at 1pm
Belle de Jour (1967)
Luis Bunuel’s box office smash Belle de Jour stars Catherine Deneuve as a housewife who starts secretly spending her afternoon working at a bordello. Her porcelain perfection hides a cracked interior in one of the actress’s most iconic roles: Séverine, a Paris housewife with a salacious secret. Get details online.

Sunday, March 16 at 6pm
Ticheli Conducts Ticheli - Greater Miami Symphonic Band
The Greater Miami Symphonic Band proudly welcomes Frank Ticheli to Gusman Hall at the University of Miami. Enjoy a truly spectacular evening featuring the award-winning, world-renowned composer, Frank Ticheli. His works are widely performed across the globe, and he is known for his vibrant and expansive works for wind ensemble, orchestra, and choral groups. Ticheli’s music is characterized by lyrical melodies, rich harmonies, and dynamic rhythms, making him a favorite among musicians and audiences alike. Experience a night of breathtaking music as Ticheli makes his way onto the podium to conduct his own masterpieces, including the energetic Over the Moon, the uplifting Lux Perpetua, and the joyous celebration of life, To Lafayette: III. Acadiana. Get details online.

Sunday, March 16 at 7pm
Pedro Medina Leon - Comanche, P.I.
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Pedro Medina Leon discussing Comanche, P.I. Seedy bars, strip clubs, greasy spoons, loan sharks, poker games, pool halls, cocaine deals, long, smoky nights in dimly lit rooms, Comanche, P.I. will bring Miami’s underbelly to life. Comanche, P.I. is a noir novel, but a uniquely neo-Miami noir novel as all of the characters are Latin. Get details online.

Sunday, March 16 at 7:30 pm
Alhambra Orchestra - From Folk to Classical chamber concert
Prepare to be swept away on a journey across continents as the talented members of Alhambra Orchestra breathe life into a vibrant tapestry of folk-inspired works from Europe and the America, presenting an evening of enchantment and celebration of the universal language of music -- at the Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd. This is a free concert. Get details online.

Monday, March 17 from 6 to 9pm
Sip & Stroll: St. Patrick's Day
Sip & Stroll returns to Fairchild Garden with a St. Patrick’s Day twist, bringing festive fun, lively music, and the magic of moonlit greenery. Indulge in delicious bites, dance the night away to the electrifying tunes of The Byrne Brothers on a night filled with Irish spirit. Get details online.

Monday, March 17 at 7:30pm
Drop - Advance Free Screening
Attend the new thriller from director Christopher Landon about a first date gone horribly, scarily wrong. Violet (Meghann Fahy), a widowed mother on her first date in years, arrives at an upscale restaurant where she is relieved that her date, Henry is more charming and handsome than she expected. But their chemistry begins to curdle as Violet begins being irritated and then terrorized by a series of anonymous drops to her phone. Get details online.

Monday, March 17 at 8pm
Miami Poetry Club - Palms and Poetry
Palms & Poetry at Books & Books is more than an open mic; it’s a promise to create a safe, judgment-free sanctuary for your unique voice to soar. Whether you’re a poet, a listener, or simply a wanderer seeking solace in the art of expression, you’re welcome to attend on the third Monday each month. Get details online.

Monday, March 17 at 10pm
Midnight Release: Sunrise On The Reaping
Enjoy Hunger Games trivia, book discussions, costume contests and Hunger Game series SWAG before the midnight release of the latest novel in the series: Sunrise On The Reaping, by Suzanne Collins. Get details online.

Tuesday, March 18
Schnitzel Time at Fritz And Franz Bierhaus
Meet up with friends at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus for the Tuesday Schnitzel Special all day long; and Wednesday to Friday during lunch from 11am to 3pm. Fritz And Franz Bierhaus offers authentic German and Bavarian cuisine, a fantastic selection of imported beer on tap (order Das Boot size if you dare). There's a fine selection of wine and a full liquor bar with cocktails. Try the oven roasted pork shank weekly specials, the gourmet burgers, the brats, Swabian käsespätzle pasta, the Rib-Eye Steak Au Poivre, and the best German potato salad in South Florida. After the meal, try a shot of schnapps or honey liqueur. The outdoor plaza is an ideal setting for gatherings. Call 305-774-1883. Get details online.

Tuesday, March 18 at 11am
Incredible Years - Baby Parenting Class
Join this free, 10-week program that gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to develop close relationships with their infants. Call Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Age up to 12 months. Get details online.

Tuesday, March 18 at 6pm
Hijos de la Diáspora Film Screening
During the Week of Cuban Culture, join the Cuban Heritage Collection and the Federación de Estudiantes Cubanos for a reception in the Roberto C. Goizueta Pavilion followed by a film screening and discussion of Hijos de la Diáspora in the Kislak Center at the University of Miami. Hijos de la Diáspora is a documentary that explores the persistence of Cuban culture among recent generations of the diaspora. The 21 participants interviewed for the film represent different moments and ways of emigrating from Cuba. Some have never visited the island or have only vague memories. The film investigates the experience of living between two cultures: the Cuban home and the country where they grew up. Get details online.

Tuesday, March 18 at 6:45pm
The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie
Porky and Daffy, the classic animated odd couple, turn into unlikely heroes when their antics at the local bubble gum factory uncover a secret alien mind control plot. Against all odds, the two are determined to save their town (and the world)...that is if they don't drive each other crazy in the process. Get details online.

Tuesday, March 18 at 7pm
Andrew Furman - Of Slash Pines and Manatees
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Andrew Furman discussing Of Slash Pines and Manatees: A Highly Selective Field Guide to My Suburban Wilderness. Through stories of nature near at hand, Andrew Furman explores touchpoints between his everyday suburban life and the environment in South Florida, contemplating his place in a subtropical landscape stretching from the Everglades to the Atlantic coast. Get details online.

Tuesday, March 18 at 7:30pm
Seven Brides For Seven Brothers
During the 1850s, Milly (Jane Powell), a pretty young cook, marries Adam (Howard Keel), a grizzled woodsman, after a brief courtship in this beloved Wild West musical. When the two return to Adam's farm, Milly is shocked to meet his six ill-mannered brothers, all of whom live in his cabin. She promptly begins teaching the brothers proper behavior, and most importantly, how to court a woman. But after the brothers kidnap six local girls during a town barn-raising, a group of indignant villagers tries to track them down. Get details online.

Tuesday, March 18 at 8pm
Tuesday Jazz - Ian Munoz
Alto saxophonist Ian Muñoz, is a recent graduate from The Juilliard School with a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies. Get details online.

Wednesday, March 19 at 10:30am
Furry Tales - Reading with Snuffles
Read your favorite stories alongside Snuffles and Edie. 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. Call Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 6-11 years old. Get details online.

Wednesday, March 19 at 4pm
Mentors and Mavericks - The Power of Women's Leadership
The Small Business Committee in partnership with the Women's Business Network Committee of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce Presents IMPACT: A Seminar Series for Small Business -- featuring past recipients of the BusinessWomen of the Year Awards -- at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse, 2525 Ponce. Get details online.

Wednesday, March 19 at 6:30pm
Improv Experience presented by the Society Circus
Clown around with the Society Circus Players at the Coral Gables Library. Learn improv games you can play anywhere with anyone. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, March 19 at 5:30pm
Friends of Gables High Garden Party
Attend the annual Garden Party to celebrate the accomplishments of Gables High as well as upcoming events such as the 75th anniversary. This Friends of Gables High Garden Party fundraiser will be held at the beautiful home of June and Allen Morris, 3700 Granada Blvd, Coral Gables. Donations are greatly appreciated. Save the Date: October 24, 2025 for the Gables High School 75th Anniversary Celebration. Get details online.

Wednesday, March 19 at 9pm
Oasis Hookah Lounge Karaoke
Karaoke at the Oasis Lounge in Coconut Grove, now on Wednesdays from 9pm to 1am. Get a free lemon drop shot for every Karaoke song you sing, plus Happy Hour deals on food, drinks and hookahs. Details on instagram.

Thursday, March 20 at 7:30am
Good Morning Coral Gables at the Biltmore
Attend the Coral Gables Chamber's signature monthly networking event -- breakfast at the Biltmore hotel with chamber members, featuring a keynote speaker of interest. Get details online.

Thu/Fri, March 20–21 from 10am to 6pm
2025 World Happiness Fest
Celebrate Pinecrest’s recognition as the City of Happiness at the 2025 World Happiness Fest. For the first time, this global celebration of happiness and wellbeing comes to Pinecrest Gardens, blending inspiring talks, interactive workshops, and dynamic community events. Indulge in gourmet cuisine, enjoy live music, and immerse yourself in stunning art installations while connecting with global leaders, change-makers, and wellness experts. Get details online.

Thursday, March 20 at 6pm
Agent Of Happiness
A Bhutanese “happiness agent” measuring his country’s well-being embarks on a cross-country journey, meeting people from all walks of life -- while searching for his own happiness. Get details online.

Thursday, March 20 at 6pm
Arcana & Cocktails
Step into a world of mystery and insight with Arcana & Cocktails at the Coral Gables Museum, an intimate and immersive experience where the ancient wisdom of the tarot meets refined social elegance. This exclusive event offers a unique opportunity to explore the art of Arcano Reading, uncovering the deeper meanings behind the tarot’s most powerful symbols in an engaging and sophisticated setting. Get details online.

Thursday, March 20 at 6:30pm
Her Flight / Our Honor - Raising a Glass to Women Who Served
The Coral Gables Woman's Club invites the public to celebrate women veterans. The first ever all-woman "GFWC Flight to Honor" is slated for April, 2026. This reception is a collaborative effort between the American Legion Post 98 and the GFWC Coral Gables Woman's Club. It costs about $900 to send one veteran on this flight to include all expenses. Help to honor these women for an exciting and once in a lifetime experience. Tickets to the celebration are $25. Get details online.

Thursday, March 20 at 6:30pm
Candlelight: A Tribute to Whitney Houston on Strings
Discover the music of Whitney Houston at Hotel Colonnade Coral Gables under the gentle glow of candlelight. Get details online.

Thursday, March 20 at 6:30pm
Sahaja Meditation Class at the Library
Practice Sahaja Meditation yo see your full potential unfold. Learn to calm and balance yourself, avoid extremes and live in tune with your environment. Beginners are welcome. Call Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, March 20 at 7pm
Old Masters in Context - Children of the Planets
Attend Lowe Art Museum for an Old Masters in Context lecture: Children of the Planets - Uncovering the Lost Subject Matter of a 17th-century Painting. This program will feature exciting new scholarship by University of Miami Professor Emerita of Art History Dr. Perri Lee Roberts, who will present her theories about the iconographic themes used by Baroque Flemish artist Sebastian Vrancx in his Allegorical Landscape. Get details online.

Friday, March 21 at 7pm
Craig Pittman - Welcome to Florida
The Books & Books Literary Foundation is proud to present an evening with Craig Pittman discussing Welcome to Florida: True Tales from America’s Most Interesting State. A much-loved Florida writer chronicles the quirky, touching, and thought-provoking stories of the Sunshine State today. Award-winning investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author Craig Pittman introduces readers to the people, creatures, places, and issues that make up the Florida of today. Through lively stories told with cutting insight and always with a joke at the ready, Pittman captures the heart of what he calls “The Most Interesting State.” Get details online.

Saturday, March 22 at 9am
Native Plant Day - Florida Native Plant Society
Immerse your whole family in a day about native plants and South Florida nature at Castellow Hammock with programs, nature walks, plant sales, raffles and children’s activities, along with merchandise, art and book sales. Various organizations will be exhibiting. Attend the rain Barrel workshop and a Environmentally Endangered Lands (EEL) Rockland Hammock Preserve, a butterfly and bird garden, plus live music by Grant Livingston. Food trucks from The Brothers Kitchen Grill and Dolci Peccati Gelato will be on hand. Sponsored by the Dade Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society and Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces. Get details online. https://linktr.ee/dcfnps

Tuesday, March 25 from 6 to 10pm
Tour de France Dinner at Biltmore
Explore French cuisine and wines in a multi-course pairing -- an elegant evening guided by Chef Vladimir Blanes and Sommelier Jorge Lopez, savoring a multi-course menu inspired by the iconic regions of France -- each dish expertly paired with wines that reflect the essence of French viticulture. Hosted in the luxurious setting of the Biltmore, this event is a celebration of refined flavors, culinary artistry, and world-class wines. Get details online.

Fri-Sat/Sun, March 28–30 from 9am to 5pm
RF Orchids Spring Fling Sale
Visit the RF Orchids Nursery to get 20% off everything, including beautiful flowering plants, fabulous new arrivals, garden décor and more on the weekend of March 28. This sale is in conjunction with the East Everglades OS Outreach Judging on Saturday, March 29. Bring in your beautiful, blooming orchids by noon to be considered for a prestigious American Orchid Society award. Get details online.

Friday, March 28 at 7:30pm
Summertime at GableStage
Experience the Bittersweet Beauty of Summer, 1976 at GableStage. Step into the summer of ‘76, where two women -- an iconoclastic artist and a faculty wife -- forge an unexpected yet life-altering friendship. Starring South Florida favorites Patti Gardner (The Price) and Sara Morsey (The Year of Magical Thinking), David Auburn’s (Proof) recent Broadway hit is a sophisticated and heartfelt story of motherhood, ambition, and independence. With a soundtrack of the era and a nostalgic yet sharp-eyed perspective, Summer, 1976 captures the fleeting nature of connection and the lasting impact of the moments that shape us. Get details online.

Friday, March 28 at 8pm
Waitress at Miracle Theatre
Actors' Playhouse presents Waitress, a heartwarming musical that serves up a slice of life, sprinkled with humor, resilience, and the joy of self-discovery. This hit Broadway musical revolves around Jenna, a talented piemaker trapped in a loveless marriage, who finds solace and strength through her extraordinary baking skills. As Jenna navigates the challenges of life, love, and motherhood, the musical unfolds with a sweet blend of sincerity and wit. With a soulful score by Sara Bareilles, Waitress is a delectable treat that explores the empowering journey of a woman finding her own recipe for happiness. Get details online.

Friday, April 4 at 7:30pm
Organized Rhythm: Organ and Percussion
The symphonic-orchestral pairing of organ and percussion is a rare combination, making Organized Rhythm the only full-time duo of its kind anywhere in the world. Clive Driskill-Smith & Joseph Gramley take every opportunity to deeply explore the lyrical and powerful tonal aspects of thunderous and dulcet wood and metal organ pipes, married to the visceral, arresting, and delicate aspects of a wide array of percussion instruments from around the world. Their repertoire spans from the music of J.S. Bach and Camille Saint-Saens to that of Aaron Copland, John Williams, and celebrated and innovative 21st century composer Nico Muhly -- with the duo’s adaptation of Gustav Holst’s The Planets being their signature, and most frequently requested, performance piece. Hear the First Coral Gables organ, a glorious 71-rank Schantz, showcased in this engaging, innovative concert. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 29 at 5pm
Greetings From Paradise - Gables Centennial Opening Night
Attend the 5pm pre-show reception at Miracle Theatre before the 6pm curtain of Greetings From Paradise -- a true love story of the founding of Coral Gables. Stay for the 7:30pm Q&A with the play's author June Thomson Morris and the 8pm 1920s theme Black Tie Dinner on Miracle Mile with Celebrity Chefs. The play continues at Miracle Theatre through May 3. 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.