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Greetings {name},
We hope you'll appreciate our curated list of community events and cultural opportunities in the coming days. |
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at 5028 Maggiore Street, near the Chinese Village, Maggiore Park offers an inviting public space for families to enjoy outdoor activities |
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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr. |
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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.
Friday, March 21 is Common Courtesy Day, a time to remember that our treatment of others speaks volumes about our character and our moral fiber.
Monday, March 23 is Puppy Day, to time to raise awareness for the adoption of puppies and to work towards putting an end to puppy farms and mills.
On Saturday, March 29, we celebrate National Vietnam War Veterans Day, which became an annual event in 2017 when President Trump signed the Vietnam War Veterans Recognition Act of 2017.
Monday, March 30 is National Doctors Day, an opportunity to show appreciation to your medical professionals. |
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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 |
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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. |
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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. |
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Thursday, March 20 at 6:30am Sunrise Photography The Deering Estate offers an exciting opportunity to photograph the sunrise over Biscayne Bay. Bring your camera, tripod, water, and bug spray. This program is for ages 15 and older. Sunrise will occur at 7:24am. Get details online. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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Thursday, March 20 at 6:30pm Sahaja Meditation Class at the Library Practice Sahaja Meditation to 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. |
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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. |
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Thursday, March 20 at 7:30pm The Alto Knights From Warner Bros. Pictures, The Alto Knights stars Academy Award winner Robert De Niro in a dual role, directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Barry Levinson. The film follows two of New York’s most notorious organized crime bosses, Frank Costello (De Niro) and Vito Genovese (De Niro), as they vie for control of the city’s streets. Once the best of friends, petty jealousies and a series of betrayals place them on a deadly collision course that will reshape the Mafia (and America) forever. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 20 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. |
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Thursday, March 20 from 8 to 11pm Thursday Jazz Jam at Titanic Talented musicians come together for an unforgettable night of improvisation and rhythm at Titanic BrewPub. With a core group of skilled players, guest musicians are always welcome to jump in for a song or two. Piano, bass, drums, microphone and amps are provided. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 21 at 11:30am Businesswomen of the Year Awards The Hotel Colonnade will host this annual luncheon during Women's History Month, sponsored by Equitable Advisors, to recognize women who excel in their careers and make a difference in the community. Get details online. |
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Fri/Sat/Sun March 21–23 at noon Dawn Of Impressionism: Paris 1874 150 years ago, a group of rebellious artists defied tradition, launching the first Impressionist exhibition and forever transforming the art world. Through the words of those who lived it -- artists, critics, and Parisians -- this film brings the Musée d’Orsay’s spectacular exhibition to life, capturing the passion and defiance that birthed Impressionism. Produced by the team behind Vermeer: The Greatest Exhibition. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 21 from 5 to 9pm Friday at Caná Wine Shop Coral Gables Meet up with friends for Happy Hour on Fridays at Caná Wine Bar, 2205 Ponce to experience exceptional wines, a lively crowd, and exclusive discounts. Call 786-815-5940 or get details online. |
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Friday, March 21 from 5:30 to 7:30pm Miami Ski Club Happy Hour at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila Members and friends of the Miami Ski Club will be gathering for a happy hour meet up at 317 Miracle Mile for tacos, antojitos and tequila cocktails at Bodega Taqueria y Tequila. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 21 at 6pm Celebrating Women Who Communicate: Free Screening of Lilly Lilly is a dramatic feature film, starring Patricia Clarkson, John Benjamin Hickey and Thomas Sadoski, about the true story of Lilly Ledbetter, an Alabama tire factory worker who fights for justice after 20 years of being mistreated and cheated by the company. Directed by Rachel Feldman, Lilly won Best Of The Fest at the 2025 Palm Springs International Film Festival and was awarded the Anti-Defamation League’s Stand Up Award at the 2025 Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 21 at 6:30pm Allen Sunshine - Red Carpet Event A music mogul retreats to a remote cabin to mourn his famous wife’s suicide. Amid the solitude of the Canadian wilderness he struggles with grief, until an unexpected encounter ends his isolation. This event includes a wine reception at 6:30pm, followed by a Q&A with director Harley Chamandy after the film. Winner of the prestigious Werner Herzog Film Award. Get details online. |
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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. |
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Friday, March 21 at 7:30pm Solidaire - UM Spring Chamber Music Festival Frost School of Music Ensemble-in-Residence, Solidaire, performs original and reimagined works from the 20th and 21st centuries at UM's Newman Recital Hall. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 21 at 7:30pm Movies Under The Gables Moonlight - The Sandlot Attend a family friendly free movie under the Gables moonlight at Kerdyk Family Park -- The Sandlot -- presented in collaboration with the Coral Gables Art Cinema. When Scottie Smalls (Thomas Guiry) moves to a new neighborhood, he manages to make friends with a group of kids who play baseball at the sandlot. Together they go on a series of funny and touching adventures. The boys run into trouble when Smalls borrows a ball from his stepdad that gets hit over a fence. Get details online. |
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Friday, March 21 at 9:45pm Love & Pop July 1997. Tokyo schoolgirl Hiromi and her friends spend the summer going on dates with older men for money. Armed with only a cellphone, Hiromi sets out on a date in order to purchase an expensive topaz ring before the mall closes for the day. Based on the novel by Ryu Murakami, Love & Pop marks the live-action feature debut of Hideaki Anno, the visionary creator of Neon Genesis Evangelion, one of the most celebrated anime series of all time. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 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. |
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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 |
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Saturday, March 22 at 10:30am Light House Cruise Departing from the Deering Estate on a comfortable riding 45-foot Corinthian catamaran, this four hour tour will allow you to experience Biscayne National Park in a new light. After departing from Deering Estate, a Biscayne National Park Ranger guides you on a journey through Biscayne Bay to see the iconic Cape Florida, Fowey Rocks, and Boca Chita lighthouses and learn about the history that surrounds them. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 at 10:30am Introduction to Bee Keeping Welcome to an exciting journey into the world of beekeeping and the vital role of pollinators in our ecosystem. Learn what is required to start your own apiary and what plants are best to use in the garden to provide habitat for all pollinators. Learn about everything you need to start, including the basic woodenware beehive boxes, tools, and protective gear. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 at 10:30am Orchid De-Flasking: An Interactive Demonstration Discover the fascinating world of orchid propagation with this hands-on, interactive demonstration at Fairchild Garden. The class begins with a brief PowerPoint presentation covering the basics of in-vitro orchid cultivation -- from seed to flasked plantlet. Participants de-flask orchid plantlets and transplant them into propagation trays. All materials, including plantlets, are provided, and each participant will leave with their newly potted orchids to continue growing at home. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 from 11:30 to 2pm A Taste of Italy Lunch Special Take a tour of Italy with your tastebuds as Fontana Restaurant features a new region of culinary delights every week. These three-course menus are the creations of Biltmore Chef Vladimir Blanes. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 at 4:30pm Chess Club at Gables Library Sharpen your skills by playing other fans of this classic game. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 6 years and older. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 at 5pm Emma Donoghue - The Paris Express The Books & Books Literary Foundation is proud to present an afternoon with Emma Donoghue for The Paris Express. Emma Donoghue, the nationally bestselling author of Room, returns with a sweeping historical novel about an infamous 1895 disaster at the Paris Montparnasse train station. She will be in conversation with Dennis Scholl, with an introduction by the Consulate General of Ireland in Miami. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 at 6pm The Way, My Way The charming and captivating true story of an Australian man’s transformative experience walking the Camino de Santiago, and the people he meets along the way that changed his life forever. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 at 7pm Conservation Concert - Been There Done That The public is invited to the Tropical Audubon Society Conservation Concert at Doc Thomas House as perennial fave Been There Done That returns to the Keystone stage. Nacho Bizness Food Truck will be on hand, along with bodacious Sapporo brews and wonderful wines at the RNDC Donation Bird Bar. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 at 7:30pm Back To Our Roots - Bergonzi Piano Trio To close the 2025 Spring Chamber Music Festival, the Bergonzi Piano Trio presents masterworks of the piano trio repertoire at UM's Newman Recital Hall. This is a free event. Get details online. |
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Saturday, March 22 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. |
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Saturday, March 22 at 10pm Near Dark On a fateful summer night, Caleb falls for the mysterious and alluring Mae, only to be drawn into a terrifying nocturnal world. After a single kiss turns into a bite, he is thrust into the violent, bloodthirsty existence of Mae’s nomadic clan—where survival means hunting under the cover of darkness. Get details online. |
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Sunday, March 23 from 11am to 4pm Bottomless Brunch at JohnMartin's Elevate your Sunday brunch experience at JohnMartin’s with the irresistible Bottomless Brunch with unlimited Mimosa, Bellini, and select beers. Get details online. |
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Sunday, March 23 at 1pm Three Colors: Red The final installment in Kieślowski’s colors trilogy (after Blue and White, named for the colors of the French flag), Red tells the story of young model and student Valentine (Irène Jacob), who hits a dog with her car and thus begins a strange relationship with its owner, retired judge Joseph Kern (Jean-Louis Trintignant), does not offer a straightforwardly heartwarming vision of humanity, nor does it clearly preach the socialist politics we may naturally associate with the titular color. Red ultimately culminates with a note of tentative optimism, not just for the protagonists of this film but for those of the entire trilogy. Cosford Cinema is located at 5030 Brunson Drive, Memorial Building Suite. 225 on the UM campus. Get details online. |
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Sunday, March 23 at 2pm Bernadette Atuahene - Plundered Books & Books is proud to present an afternoon with Bernadette Atuahene discussing Plundered: How Racist Policies Undermine Black Homeownership in America. In the spirit of Evicted, a property law scholar uses the stories of two grandfathers -- one white, one Black -- who arrived in Detroit at the turn of the twentieth century to reveal how racist policies weaken Black families, widen the racial wealth gap, and derive profit from pain. Get details online. |
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Sunday, March 23 at 2:30pm Barcelona - with wine reception Two self-absorbed American cousins bumble through love and culture clashes in Barcelona, hilariously unaware of their own missteps in this sharp-witted comedy of manners. The wine reception begins at 2pm before the film, followed by an in-person conversation with Whit Stillman. Get details online. |
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Mon–Fri, March 24–28 from 8am to 4pm Spring Camp at Deering Celebrate the best Spring Break has to offer at the Deering Estate’s Spring Camp. Every camp has a different theme and explores a different aspect of nature, allowing campers to have fun while also learning about different fields of science. Campers will be getting hooked on the world of marine biology, and reeling in the fun while exploring our Mangrove Forests, Salt Marshes, and Seagrass Beds. Get details online. |
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Monday, March 24 No Corkage Mondays at Vinya Table Why pay crazy restaurant prices for a good bottle of wine? Visit Vinya Table every Monday and Tuesday to skip the corkage on retail bottles. With over 100 selections under $100, start the week off wine strong. Also, no corkage every day during happy hour. Get details online. |
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Monday, March 24 at 4:30pm Saving Places from the Risks of Climate Change The Villagers present Saving Places from the Risks of Climate Change at the Coral Gables Museum. Storms, wildfires, extreme heat, abnormal cold, flooding, and long dry spells are a normal part of today’s news coverage. How can cities and historic landmarks mitigate risks from climate change? What can property owners do to lessen the risks from climate change? What can be done in landscaping, natural areas, and waterways to mitigate the risks of climate change? Reservations are required, and admission is $10. Wine and light refreshments will be served. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, March 25 at 5pm Florida Native Plant Society monthly meeting The Dade Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society meets at Pinecrest Gardens for their monthly meeting with a program speaker. Come early or stay late to enjoy refreshments, socialize and browse the merchandise and raffle tables. The raffle follows the program. Get details online. |
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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. |
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Tuesday, March 25 at 7pm Mirable Visione Inferno Mirabile Visione Inferno is the first chapter of a trilogy, one per cantica, dedicated to the Illustrious Poet and the Divine Comedy. RSVP to r.sodo@dantemiami.org |
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Tuesday, March 25 at 8pm Tuesday Jazz - Jason Arkins Jason Arkins, hailing from Carmel, NY, is a saxophonist and composer currently in his senior year at the Frost School of Music. Jason was recently named the 2022 Vandoren Emerging Artist Jazz Saxophonist and has achieved many other accolades including YoungArts Finalist, participation in both the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra and NYO Jazz, and he was member of the JAS Aspen Big Band under the direction of Christian McBride. Jazz Tuesdays takes place at Crossbridge Pinecrest, 6691 North Kendall Drive. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, March 26 from 10am to 4pm Manatee Appreciation Day Deering Estate is offering $2 off general admission on Manatee Appreciation Day. See Manatees in the Boat Basin fronting the Deering Estate on Biscayne Bay -- a great place in Miami to see the gentle sea creatures. The supply of fresh water combined with the calm nature of the bay allow manatees to congregate and mate here. You may also see sea sharks, turtles, rays, and even dolphins. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, March 26 at 5:30pm Teofilo Victoria Lecture: The City Beautiful Movement Attend the Teófilo Victoria Lecture Series at the Museum, part of The City Beautiful Movement, presented in collaboration with the ICAA Florida Chapter and the University of Miami School of Architecture. Speaker Adib Cúre is a Miami-based architect and educator specializing in classical and traditional design. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, March 26 from 6pm to midnight Patrick Lopez Jazz Trio Experience at Armstrong Award-winning musicians, experience this dynamic instrumental group that blends diverse musical styles from around the world, creating a unique fusion of smooth jazz, folkloric Colombian rhythms, and more. Designed to captivate music enthusiasts, their sound offers a rich, immersive experience at Armstrong Jazz House, 271 Miracle Mile. Call 305-488-9955. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, March 26 at 7pm Alex Aster - Summer in the City Books & Books is proud to present a signing with bestselling author Alex Aster for Summer in the City. From #1 New York Times bestselling author Alex Aster comes her adult debut novel Summer in the City -- a swoony, fast-paced rom-com set in New York City in which a screenwriter and a sexy tech CEO go from lovers to enemies and back to lovers again. Guests will receive a deluxe limited edition of the book, and before the signing, Alex will read some excerpts. This event takes place at the Coral Gables Congregational Church. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, March 26 at 8pm Anora - free screening A young escort from Brooklyn meets and impulsively marries the son of a Russian oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairy tale is threatened as his parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled. Cosford Cinema is located at 5030 Brunson Drive, Memorial Building Suite. 225 on the UM campus. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, March 26 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. |
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Thursday, March 27 from 1 to 3pm Biltmore Traditional Afternoon Tea Enjoy a delightful Traditional Afternoon Tea service at the Biltmore Hotel's upper level Alhambra Lobby, featuring sweet and savory treats as well as an assortment of tea. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 from 5 to 7pm Ladies Night at Beauty and the Butcher Ladies drink complimentary bubbles at the bar from 5 to 7pm at Beauty And The Butcher, 6901 Red Road. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 at 5:30pm Sunshine Meeting/Town Hall with Mayor Vince Lago The Coral Gables Golf & Country Club will host a sunshine meeting and town hall with mayor Vince Lago, attended by members of the city commission and city staff. The public can attend this meeting in person or via the Zoom platform. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 at 6pm Opening Reception - 2025 UM Annual Juried Exhibition The Lowe Art Museum, in collaboration with the UM Department of Art & Art History, will host the Opening Reception of the 2025 University of Miami Annual Juried Exhibition at the museum. This exhibition serves as a celebration of the boundless creativity and remarkable talents of our undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the BA, BFA, and MFA studio arts programs at UM. Showcasing a diverse range of recent student works, the exhibition embraces both traditional and conceptual methods across various media and practices, offering a captivating glimpse into the dynamic world of contemporary art. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 at 6pm Weekly Wine Tastings at Clementine's Enjoy wine tastings every Thursday evening at Clementine's Wine Gourmet, 2714 Ponce. Call 305-877-2777. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 from 6 to 9pm Sip & Stroll: Yacht Rock Party With a cool Yacht Rock theme after dark, Sip & Stroll at Fairchild Gardens features soft rock classics and coastal-inspired vibes, accented by tropical cocktails, perfectly paired with mellow melodies and a refreshing ocean breeze. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 at 6:30pm Candlelight: A Tribute to Beyoncé Discover the music of Beyoncé at Coral Gables Congregational Church under the gentle glow of candlelight. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 at 7pm A Working Man Levon Cade left his profession behind to live a simple life working construction and spending time with his daughter. But when his boss’s teenage daughter vanishes, he’s called upon to re-employ the skills that made him a legendary figure in the shadowy world of black ops. Levon’s hunt for the missing college student takes him to the heart of a sinister criminal conspiracy creating a chain reaction that will threaten his new way of life. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 at 7pm Bob Trevino Likes It A lost twenty-something young woman is searching online for her estranged father when she meets a stranger with her father's name. They become friends and this unexpected friendship may just change her life. Winner of multiple audience awards at major film festivals and inspired by a true story. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 at 7pm Karen Russell - The Antidote The Books & Books Literary Foundation is proud to present an evening with Karen Russell discussing The Antidote, in conversation with Patricia Engel. From Pulitzer finalist, MacArthur Fellowship recipient, and bestselling author of Swamplandia! and Vampires in the Lemon Grove, Karen Russell presents a gripping dust bowl epic about five characters whose fates become entangled after a storm ravages their small Nebraskan town. This event is free and open to the public and books will be available for purchase the night of the event. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 at 7pm Death Of A Unicorn When a father (Paul Rudd) and daughter (Jenna Ortega) accidentally hit and kill a unicorn with their car, his boss tries to exploit the creature's miraculous curative properties -- with horrific results. Get details online. |
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Thursday, March 27 at 7:30pm 2025 Stamps Jazz Quintet Attend an evening of jazz chamber music featuring these extraordinary Frost undergraduates at Gusman Concert Hall. Get details online. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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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