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Greetings {name},

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

DeSoto Plaza's magnificent pedestal fountain is an iconic landmark in Coral Gables, surrounded by well manicured shrubs and flowers in the middle of the traffic circle

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Saturday, April 19 is National Garlic Day, promoting the many uses of garlic; a horrible day to be a vampire.

Saturday, April 19 is Husband Appreciation Day, celebrated on the third Saturday in April.

Sunday, April 20 is Easter Sunday on the Christian Calendar, celebrating resurrection after crucifixion.

Tuesday, April 22 is Earth Day, established on April 22, 1970, in support of the environment and in protest of harmful environmental practices.

Thursday, April 24 is Take our Daughters and Sons to Work Day on the fourth Thursday of the month.

Friday, April 26, the last Friday of the month, is Arbor Day, upon which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant trees and appreciate the critical role they play in our natural environment.

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

Tuesday, April 29 Opening Night
Greetings from Paradise
A love story to Coral Gables just in time for the city’s centennial anniversary, Greetings from Paradise is performed April 29 through May 3, sharing the beginning story of South Florida and the South Florida key players in the 1920s including Carl Fisher, George Merrick and Edward “Doc” Dammers. The story of early Miami and Coral Gables comes to life in the 80-minute, fast paced and entertaining one-act play written by playwright June Thomson Morris. As the granddaughter of Lucy Mae and Robert Thomson -- who the story is inspired by -- June heard the stories first-hand. Her subsequent research led to Greetings from Paradise, a true narrative that resonates 100 years later with warnings about lust, greed, land and where the insatiable desire for paradise on earth can lead. Get details and purchase Tuesday Night Gala tickets online.

Now Available Wholesale and Retail
Lion Farms Gourmet Mushrooms
In the Redland farming region, Lion Farms produces the finest gourmet mushrooms -- a broad selection of different USDA organic 'shrooms with incredible taste profiles, grown in their state-of-the-art facility on this sustainable, regenerative farm. Retail customers: Get mushrooms every Saturday from 10am to 7pm, rain or shine, at the Coconut Grove Saturday Organic Market, 3300 Grand Avenue, (corner of Margaret Street). Get details online.

Save The Date
Tuesday, April 22 from 7am to 7pm
Vote The Run-Off
It's time, once again to head to the polls and vote for the candidate of your choice in the run-off election for city commission. Get details online.

Register Now
Miami-Dade County Summer Camps
Register now for upcoming summer camps. Miami-Dade County Parks' Summer Camps are designed to keep kids active, engaged, and immersed in exciting outdoor adventures from June 9 to August 1, with select sites open through Aug. 12. Whether your child loves sports, arts and crafts, nature exploration, or thrilling outdoor activities, you'll find a suitable camp program. Parents can also register their child anytime throughout the summer. Siblings will receive a 10 percent discount. Get details online.

Thursday, April 17 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.

Thursday, April 17 at 4:15pm
Nashville
As we mark 50 years of Nashville and 100 years since the birth of Robert Altman, revisit the landmark film that redefined American cinema and captured a nation’s obsession with fame, politics, and the power of song. Get details online.

Thursday, April 17 at 6:35pm
The Wedding Banquet
From Director Andrew Ahn comes a joyful comedy of errors about a chosen family navigating cultural identity, queerness, and family expectations. Frustrated with his commitment-phobic boyfriend Chris and running out of time, Min makes a proposal: a green-card marriage with their friend Angela in exchange for her partner Lee's expensive IVF. Elopement plans are upended, however, when Min's grandmother surprises them with an extravagant Korean wedding banquet. Starring Bowen Yang, Lily Gladstone, Kelly Marie Tran, Han Gi-chan, Joan Chen, and Youn Yuh-jung, The Wedding Banquet is a poignant and heartfelt reminder that being part of a family means learning to both accept and forgive. Get details online.

Thursday, April 17 at 7pm
Karen Finley - Covid Vortex Anxiety Opera Kitty Kaleidoscope Disco
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Karen Finley discussing Covid Vortex Anxiety Opera Kitty Kaleidoscope Disco. A meditation on the extraordinary time of loss, isolation, and bizarre rituals of the Covid era and its aftermath. Get details online.

Thursday, April 17 at 7pm
Sinners
Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. Get details online.

Thursday, April 17 at 7:30pm
Ari Hoenig Trio
Sanctuary of the Arts presents Ari Hoenig with his trio featuring Tivon Pennicott on sax and Gadi Lehavi on Piano. Ari and his trio have continually challenged the status quo of straight ahead jazz while staying true to its form. Get details online.

Thursday, April 17 at 7:30pm
Battleship Potemkin
A century since its release, Battleship Potemkin endures as Eisenstein’s revolutionary vision -- the story of a defiant crew whose mutiny sparked an uprising. Battleship Potemkin is considered one of the greatest movies ever made. It is famed for its use of editing, creating montages to elicit an emotional response. Director Sergei Eisenstein believed that you could juxtapose two unrelated images and create an entirely new idea. Get details online.

Thursday, April 17 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.

Fri/Sat/Sun April 18–20 from 11am to 6pm
Rare Plant Festival at Fair Expo Center
A destination event for plant lovers of all kinds, the Rare Plant Festival presents outstanding plant growers mingling with rare plant and orchid fans for three days of pure plant mania. Get details online.

Friday, April 18 at 7pm
The Uninvited
Rose and her agent husband Sammy host a glamorous dinner to impress their big-shot client Gerald, but the night derails when an elderly stranger and Rose’s ex, Hollywood charmer Lucien, crash the scene. As drinks flow and secrets spill, ambition and identity clash in a sharp, unhinged look at a world obsessed with youth and fame. Starring Walton Goggins, Elizabeth Reaser, Rufus Sewell, Pedro Pascal, Eva De Dominici, Lois Smith. The film won the Best Drama Feature at the 2024 San Diego International Film Festival. Get details online.

Friday, April 18 at 7:30pm
Jeff Beal & The Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra
Attend a unique cinematic experience at Gusman Concert Hall as five-time Emmy-winning composer Jeff Beal (House of Cards, Monk) leads the Frost School's Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra in performing his original score for Buster Keaton's silent masterpiece, The General. Known for his iconic Americana scores, Beal’s writing blends action, humor, and jazz rhythms, bringing new life to Keaton's daring stunts on a moving locomotive during a harrowing train chase. Get details online.

Friday, April 18 at 8pm
Waitress at Miracle Theatre - Final Curtain Weekend
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 18 at 8pm
Hurricanes Baseball vs. Georgia Tech
The UM Hurricanes host the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Alex Rodriguez Park - Mark Light Field, 6201 San Amaro Drive. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 7:30am
Matheson Hammock Park Birding
Tropical Audubon Society President Joe Barro will lead this half-day trip at Matheson Hammock County Park on Old Cutler Road. The group meets at 7:30am in the parking area at the south end of the park, adjacent to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Return is at approximately 11am. This is a free event. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 8:30am
Plogging at Matheson Hammock
Attend a fun, eco-friendly workout at Matheson Hammock Park that combines jogging (or walking) with plocka upp -- Swedish for "picking up" litter. Move at your own pace through the mangrove trails while making a difference. The address is 9610 Old Cutler Road. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 from 10am to 1pm
Homework Help and Tutoring at Gables Library
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. Call 305-375-1413, email: tutoring@mdpls.org or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 10am
Eggstreme Egg Hunt at the Youth Center
Bring the family to the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center for the annual Easter Egg Hunt. Find gold, silver, and bronze eggs to win prizes. Other city parks participating include Jaycee Park at 1230 Hardee Road and Coral Bay Park, 1590 Campamento Ave. Call 305-460-5605. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 10am
Centennial Downtown Walking Tour
Visit historic Mediterranean Revival buildings and stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables, learning about the history of this thriving area in the past century. Uncover the fascinating history and stories behind the iconic buildings that define this unique urban oasis. Coral Gables Museum admission is included with tickets. Get details online.

Sat/Sun, April 19–20 from 10am to 4pm
Zoo-Con
Attend an event which combines the thrill of trading card collecting with the wonder of wildlife, at Zoo Miami. Meet fellow collectors, trade your duplicates, and discover rare finds. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 10:30am
Composting 101: A workshop with Dr. Lanette Sobel
Enjoy a presentation at Pinecrest Gardens by founder Dr. Sobel of Fertile Earth Worm Farm to learn the basics of Composting, and hear all about her Composting program. Dr. Lanette Sobel, also known as the Composting Queen, teaches participants how to compost -- whether you have a lot of land, a small yard, or just a little room under your kitchen sink. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at noon
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story
From the directors of McQueen, Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, this film includes never-before-seen intimate home movies and an extraordinary trove of personal archive material, as well as the first extended interviews ever filmed with Reeve’s three children about their father, and interviews with the A-list Hollywood actors who were Reeve’s colleagues and friends. The film is a moving and vivid cinematic telling of Reeve’s remarkable story. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 1pm
Perfume Crafting: Create Your Unique Fragrance Identity
Unlock the art of fragrance creation with this class at Fairchild Gardens. Explore a variety of aromatic ingredients, noting your impressions on scented strips. Build connections between your senses, weaving vivid memories of captivating odors. Blend ingredients to create a unique perfume or cologne that reflects your style. Take home a one-of-a-kind fragrance capturing your essence. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 2pm
Author Series - Connie Mae Oliver: Dormilona
The Pinecrest Library welcomes Connie Mae Oliver for her program Dormilona: A Dream Poetry Workshop. Develop your poetic voice by exploring the influence of dreams in poetry. During the workshop, write an original poem using the images and language found in dreams as inspiration. This will be the first piece in your handmade chapbook. Participants will be invited to share their poems and reflect on their writing practice. Call 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 7pm
From Bach to Bonds
New Canon Chamber Collective presents an unforgettable evening that bridges two masterful composers -- Johann Sebastian Bach and Margaret Bonds -- through their deeply expressive works of faith, struggle, and redemption, at Sanctuary Of The Arts. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19 at 7:30pm
Summer, 1976 at GableStage - Final Curtain Weekend
Over one fateful summer, an unlikely friendship develops between a fiercely iconoclastic artist and single mother and a naïve young housewife. As the Bicentennial is celebrated across the country, these two women navigate motherhood, ambition, and intimacy, and help each other discover their own independence. This deeply moving, insightful piece by Pulitzer winner David Auburn (Proof) is about connection, memories, and the small moments that can change the course of our lives. Get details online.

Saturday, April 19  from 8:30 to 11:30pm
Live Music at 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.

Saturday, April 19 at 9pm
Excalibur
King Arthur rises, Camelot flourishes, and the Knights seek the Holy Grail in this epic Le Morte d’Arthur adaptation starring Helen Mirren, Liam Neeson, Patrick Stewart and Gabriel Byrne. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 from 10am to 2pm
Easter Brunch at the Biltmore
Celebrate Easter at The Biltmore at this renowned Signature Sunday Brunch. Utilizing the restaurant’s handsome interior and courtyard, the brunch features an extensive array of selections, including omelet, caviar, crab, sushi, carving stations, fresh pasta and decadent desserts. No brunch would be complete without bottomless bubbly. Reservations are recommended. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 from 10am to 5pm
The Bunny Hoppening at Fairchild Gardens
Bring the family to Fairchild Gardens for The Bunny Hoppening to celebrate with a day of lively activities, festive entertainment, and fun family moments in the beauty of Fairchild Garden. Hop along with DJ Brandon at the Bubble Bunny Hop, ride the Cottontail Express, and explore the Garden’s lush landscapes, including the Wings of the Tropics Butterfly Exhibit, The Children’s Garden, and the Rain Forest. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 at 10:20am
Easter Celebration at First Methodist
The public is invited to attend an Easter celebration at the First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables, next to City Hall, featuring the lively sounds of a magnificent 35-piece brass ensemble, followed by a joy-filled worship service. The festivities continue: for the littles, it's an exciting Easter egg hunt filled with laughter and delight. For the grownups, a catered gourmet coffeehouse experience and yummies. Parking and events are free. Call 305-445-2579. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 from 12:15 to 4:30pm
Easter Brunch at Americana Kitchen
Make this Easter unforgettable at American Kitchen. Enjoy this signature holiday buffet featuring classic and creative cuisine, live entertainment, egg hunts on The Plaza lawn, outside of Americana Kitchen, and more family fun at the Lowes Hotel, Coral Gables. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 at 1pm
Sundays At The U with Movies - Chungking Express
You're invited to a $6 screening of Wong Kar Wai's breakthrough 1994 hyper-kinetic tale of romantic longing, Chungking Express at Cosford Cinema. The whiplash, double-pronged defining work of nineties cinema is the film that made Hong Kong filmmaker Wong Kar Wai an instant icon. Two heartsick Hong Kong cops (Takeshi Kaneshiro and Tony Leung), both jilted by ex-lovers, cross paths at the Midnight Express take-out restaurant stand, where the ethereal pixie waitress Faye (Faye Wong) works. Anything goes in Wong’s gloriously shot and utterly unexpected charmer, which cemented the sex appeal of its gorgeous stars and forever turned canned pineapple and the Mamas and the Papas’ California Dreamin’ into tokens of romantic longing. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 from 1 to 7pm
Bloom: Easter Celebration at the Plaza
Bring the family to a special event on the lawn at The Plaza, featuring a, Easter Egg Hunt hosted by LOEWS Hotel; Chocolate Easter Hunt hosted by San Lorenzo Gelato; and live Bunny Petting Zoo hosted by The Plaza Coral Gables. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 at 7pm
Pride & Prejudice
Adapted from Jane Austen’s timeless masterwork, Pride & Prejudice brings a modern sensibility to one of the greatest love stories of all time. When Elizabeth Bennet (Keira Knightley) meets the handsome Mr. Darcy (Mathew Macfadyen), she believes he is the last man on earth she could ever marry. But as their lives become intertwined, she finds herself captivated by the very person she swore to loathe for all eternity. It is a classic tale of love and misunderstanding that sparkles with romance, wit, and emotional force. Get details online.

Sunday, April 20 at 8:30pm
Heat
As Heat celebrates its 30th anniversary, Michael Mann’s gripping crime saga remains as electrifying as ever -- a high-stakes battle of wits between a relentless detective (Al Pacino) and a master thief (Robert De Niro), culminating in one of the most iconic shootouts in film history. Get details online.

Monday, April 21 at 11am
Dealing with Multiple Stressors: Amphibian Conservation Biology
Dr. Christopher A. Searcy, professor and director of Graduate Studies, and Ph.D. candidate Aidan O’Brien, both from the Conservation Ecology Lab at the University of Miami, present an engaging presentation on the complex stressors that are contributing to the global decline of amphibians. The Santa Cruz long-toed salamander, a federally endangered species in California, is threatened by habitat loss, human activity, and rising sea levels. Despite federal protection, gaps in ecological knowledge persist. The Conservation Lab’s research focuses on larval habitats and post-metamorphic behavior, offering critical insights for effective conservation efforts. The event takes place at the Third-Floor Conference Room of UM's Otto G. Richter Library. Get details online.

Monday, April 21 at 7:40pm
Sneaks
Sneaks follows a pair of one-of-a-kind, collector sneakers, Ty (Anthony Mackie), and Maxine (Chloe Bailey), stolen by "the Collector" (Laurence Fishburne). In their attempt to escape, Ty ends up separated from his sister in the middle of NYC. Alone, and desperate to find her, Ty meets with JB (Martin Lawrence), a streetwise, scuffed up sneaker with an affinity for anything shiny, learning that your best life begins when you get out of your box. A comedic-trio of singing Wire Shoes add humor and commentary throughout the film, engaging directly with the audience. Get details online.

Monday, April 21 at 8pm
Palms and Poetry at Books & Books
Palms & Poetry is is a collaboration between the Miami Poetry Club and Books & Books, focusing on the power of words to inspire community. Whether you’re a poet, a listener, or simply a wanderer seeking solace in the art of expression, you’re welcome to attend. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 22 at 10:30am
Fighting Climate Change with Butterflies
Climate change is an existential threat, but Mary Benton of Bound by Beauty will show how you can fight back through gardening. By cultivating native plants, you can create a haven for wildlife, reduce your carbon footprint, conserve water, and protect essential pollinators. Discover the transformative power of butterflies to inspire community connections, nurture nature, and combat climate change—plus, enjoy the bonus of beautiful songbirds. The event takes place at the Third-Floor Conference Room of UM's Otto G. Richter Library. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 22 from 3 to 8pm
Bloom: Earth Day hosted by ArteVivo Gallery
The Plaza celebrates Earth Day in Coral Gables with a special Bloom event, encouraging residents and visitors to take a moment to appreciate the beauty of our planet and reconnect with nature right in the heart of The City Beautiful. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 22 at 5pm
Florida Native Plant Society
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.

Tuesday, April 22 at 6pm
Biltmore Tour of Spain Wine Dinner
Attend a communal-style wine dinner featuring the exquisite wines of Bodegas Valtravieso, thoughtfully paired with a multi-course menu crafted by Chef Vladimir Blanes. This special evening invites guests to come together at a shared table, fostering conversation and connection over exceptional food and wine. Guided by Sommelier Jorge Lopez, each course will be paired with a carefully selected wine, showcasing the depth and character of Ribera del Duero and beyond. Enjoy an evening where bold flavors, expertly curated pairings, and great company create a truly memorable dining experience. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 22 at 6pm
Common Ground
From the filmmakers of Kiss the Ground comes the follow-up documentary Common Ground, recipient of the Tribeca Film Festival’s Human/Nature Award. Sobering yet hopeful, Common Ground exposes the toxic interconnections of American farming policy, politics, and health, by sharing stories of destruction and healing across the United States and beyond, and how regenerative agriculture and soil health plays a vitally important role in changing these systems for the better. At its root, it explores how people from different walks of life, different political backgrounds, and different places share one thing in common -- the very soil beneath their feet. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 22 at 6:30pm
Earth Day: Artists and Scientists for a Sustainable Future
Experience a true academic collaboration centering on the pressing ecological issues addressed in the Lowe Art Museum exhibition, Mark Dion and Alexis Rockman: Journey to Nature's Underworld. The program features a panel discussion between scientists from UM’s Abess Center for Ecosystem Science and Policy and Miami-based eco-critical artists, followed by a performance by dancers from UM’s Frost School of Music Department of Vocal Performance Dance Program. This program is made possible by the Francien and Lee Ruwitch Educational Endowment. Get details online.

Tuesday, April 22 at 7pm
Release Party - Great Big Beautiful Life
Two writers compete for the chance to tell the larger-than-life story of a woman with more than a couple of plot twists up her sleeve in this dazzling and sweeping new novel from Emily Henry. Named a Most Anticipated book of 2025 by The New York Times. Tickets are required. Emily Henry will not be in attendance. Get details online.

Tuesday–Saturday, April 22–26
Seussical - The Musical Comedy at Ring Theatre
The Cat in the Hat, Horton The Elephant, and Gertrude McFuzz take the Jerry Herman stage at the Ring Theatre on the University of Miami campus April 22 to 26. Inspired by the many beloved stories of Dr. Seuss, Seussical - The Musical will be performed by musical theatre students attending one of the country’s most competitive musical theatre programs. Perfect for all ages, Seussical the Musical explores friendship, loyalty and the importance of believing in one’s self. Use code CGSeuss for $10 discount. Get details and purchase tickets online. https://theatre.as.miami.edu

Tuesday, April 22 at 8pm
Tuesday Jazz - Noam Makover
Noam Makover is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and composer based in Miami. Noam received his bachelors of music at the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music, where he studied with jazz legend Brian Lynch, and then stayed for his masters in Studio Jazz Writing, where he was a teaching assistant for jazz violinist and vocalist Nicole Yarling. Noam has written extensively for jazz ensembles, big bands, and orchestras, and has written under the direction of Maria Schneider. He now works as a performer, writer, and educator in the South Florida music scene. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 23 at 2pm
Eat the Rainbow: Fruit Kabob Making Workshop
Craft vibrant and delicious fruit kabobs while exploring the nutritional perks of eating a rainbow on a budget. In this hands-on session led by Dr. Rhonda Trust, a lecturer in the University of Miami School of Communication, participants will assemble colorful, nutritious kabobs. Discover the health benefits of vibrant fruits and gain practical tips for preparing budget-friendly meals with ease. Health in the Hood will provide the fruits and kabob supplies. This event takes place at the Third-Floor Conference Room of UM's Otto G. Richter Library. Get details online.

Wednesday, April 23 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, April 23 at 9pm
Oasis Hookah Lounge Karaoke
Karaoke at the Oasis Lounge in Coconut Grove, now on Wednesdays from 9pm to midnight. Get a free shot lemon drop shot for Happy Hour deals on food, drinks and hookahs. Details on instagram.

Thursday, April 24 from 9 to 11am
Arbor Day Celebration on Coral Way
The City of Coral Gables, the Coral Gables Garden Club and the Landscape Beautification Advisory Board present the 2025 Arbor Day Celebration. Meet at the intersection of Red Road and Coral Way. Programming includes speakers, tree of the year announcement and tree planting. Get details online.

Thursday, April 24 at 10:30am
The Art and Science of Bonsai: Cultivating Miniature Trees for Growth
Join Johnny Lamb Jr., a maintenance mechanic at the University of Miami who earned a Certificate of Apprenticeship in Horticulture and Landscape from the United States Department of Labor, for an insightful presentation on bonsai trees. Discover the art, history, and science behind bonsai tree cultivation, including species selection, pruning, wiring, soil, and watering essentials. Learn strategies to tackle pests, prevent diseases, and ensure proper care. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, this session will inspire and guide your bonsai journey. This event takes place at the Third-Floor Conference Room of UM's Otto G. Richter Library. Get details online.

Thursday, April 24 at 1:30pm
Impressionist Blooms: In the Style of...
Designed for beginners and advanced alike, this workshop at Fairchild Garden challenges students to develop their own master copy of floral studies created by 19th century artists Monet, Van Gogh, Cassatt and other fellow Impressionists. Employing a direct and loose manner in mark making, students will make an impression through their study and within the same breath, grasp a stronger understanding in principles of design, color theory, and composition. Students may choose to interpret their master copy in a wide range of media, including oil, acrylic, as well as pastel. Get details online.

Thursday, April 24 at 5:30pm
The City Beautiful Movement and Washington, D.C.
The Coral Gables Museum presents the Teofilo Victoria Lecture Series: The City Beautiful Movement and Washington, D.C. by Justin Shubow Lecture III. The 1901-1902 McMillan Plan for Washington, D.C. was the first achievement, and arguably the apogee, of the City Beautiful movement. Furthering and reinterpreting the original L’Enfant Plan for the capital, the McMillan Plan replaced the Victorian landscaping of the National Mall with the east-west axis and Monumental Core as we know them: stately classical buildings and memorials and public grounds. Get details online.

Thursday, April 24 at 7pm
Laughing At Injustice: The Art And Power Of Miami Satire
Autocracy, kleptocracy, bigotry, idiocy -- satire can’t fix any of these things, but it can make fun of them. Laugh through the pain with some of Miami’s most prominent satirists, including Dave Barry, Asha Elias, Andrew Boryga, and Andrew Otazo. The panel will be moderated by Bill Kearney, The Sun Sentinel’s senior editor and environmental reporter. Get details online.

Thursday, April 25 from 6 to 9pm
Sip & Stroll: Latin Nights
Set sail for an unforgettable evening at Sip & Stroll, presenting a cool Latin Nights theme. Experience the Fairchild Garden after dark, where soft rock classics and coastal-inspired vibes set the perfect backdrop for a laid-back, feel-good escape.  Get details online.

Thursday, April 24 at 7pm
The Accountant 2
Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) has a talent for solving complex problems. When an old acquaintance is murdered, leaving behind a cryptic message to "find the accountant," Wolff is compelled to solve the case. Realizing more extreme measures are necessary, Wolff recruits his estranged and highly lethal brother, Brax (Jon Bernthal), to help. In partnership with U.S. Treasury Deputy Director Marybeth Medina (Cynthia Addai-Robinson), they uncover a deadly conspiracy, becoming targets of a ruthless network of killers who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried. Get details online.

Thursday, April 24 at 9:15pm
The French Connection
Based on a true story, this action-filled thriller, with its iconic chase scene, won five Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Actor for Gene Hackman. Two narcotics detectives, "Popeye" Doyle and his partner Buddy Russo (Gene Hackman, Roy Scheider), start to close in on a vast international narcotics ring when the smugglers unexpectedly strike back. Following an attempt on his life by one of the smugglers, Doyle sets off a deadly pursuit that ultimately takes him far beyond mere New York City limits. Get details online.

Friday, April 25 at 7pm
Love for Luly - Talent Show Cabaret
Visit Area Stage for this very special evening -- a chance to showcase your talents in support of Luly Banda, the sister of Area Stage Executive Director, Maria Banda-Rodaz, as she bravely navigates her recovery journey following brain surgery. Love for Luly: A Talent Show Cabaret serves as a heartfelt invitation to transform performance art into action. All performers are invited to share their gifts during an evening filled with music, emotion, and solidarity. Whether you sing, dance, play an instrument, or speak from the heart, your presence on stage will help illuminate Luly’s path to recovery and remind her that she is enveloped in our love and support. Get details online.

Friday, April 26 at 8pm
Seussical: The Musical at Ring Theatre
Experience a contemporary re-imagining of Dr. Seuss at UM's Ring Theatre, weaving together many of his most famous stories and characters in unexpected ways. The musical creates the witty, wild and whimsical world of Dr. Seuss as it has never been seen before. When chaos erupts in the Jungle of Nool, it will take The Cat in the Hat, Horton the Elephant, Gertrude McFuzz and a gaggle of characters to bring harmony back to their world. The Tony Award-winning team of Ahrens and Flaherty has created a score that includes pop, gospel, blues and R & B. Use code CGSeuss for $10 discount. 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.

Sunday, May 4 at 2pm
George Greatrake Fink Presentation at Merrick House
Actor /Historian Robert Dawson will share tales of George Merrick as told by his maternal grandfather Henry George Greatrake Fink, a circuit-riding "saddlebag" Methodist preacher who conjured his Fink's Magic Oil into a fortune. Grandpa Fink was a big fan of his first-born grandson, calling his early writings and poems "better than Wordsworth." Mr. Dawson, who has researched and created over 70 one-man presentations, brings historical figures to life, entertaining and educating along the way. This is a free event. Get details and RSVP online.