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

the stone chimney, the last remnant of the historic George Merrick Troop 7 Boy Scout Cabin built in 1922, stands next to the State of Florida historic marker which tells the story of its origin

click on the image to see enlargement.

Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Friday, June 13, the second Friday in June, is National Movie Night, a chance to celebrate the tradition of movie nights with friends and family.

Saturday, June 14 is Flag Day, honoring the United States flag commemorating the flag’s adoption on June 14, 1777. Each of the 50 stars represents one of the 50 states in the United States and the 13 stripes represent the original 13 colonies that became the first states in the Union.

Saturday, June 14 is the anniversary of the U.S. Army, founded on this day in 1775, when the Continental Congress established the Continental Army with six companies of expert riflemen in Pennsylvania, two in Maryland, and two in Virginia. The next day Congress voted to appoint George Washington to command all the Continental forces and began laying the foundation for the American army.

Saturday, June 14 is National Bourbon Day, dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the spirit of American Bourbon, a type of Whiskey made predominantly from corn, along with malted barley, wheat or rye, originally produced strictly in Bourbon County, Kentucky.

Sunday, June 15 is Father's Day, the third Sunday in June, celebrating the contribution that fathers and father figures make for their children's lives.

Wednesday, June 18, is National Fishing Day, encouraging us to drop a line -- in the nearest stream, pond, lake, or river. Taking a break from the daily routine to bait a hook and catch some fish can be a relaxing endeavor, especially with kids.

Thursday, June 19 is Juneteenth Day -- in the year 1865, Union soldiers arrived to take control of Texas and enforce the emancipation of slaves in the state. The traditional drink on Juneteenth is Big Red soda.

Friday, June 20 is American Eagle Day, commemorating the day in 1782, when the bird was added to the official Seal of the United States.

Friday, June 20 is the day of the Summer Soltice, the moment the Sun is directly above the Tropic of Cancer in the Northern Hemisphere; and the longest day of sunlight. Sun rises at 6:30am and sets at 8:14pm.

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

Starting Friday, June 6 from 6 to 9pm
25 Artworks from the 19th Century
This exhibition at Cernuda Arte Gallery explores the development of art in Cuba via the three dominant genres of the colonial times, i.e. portraits, landscapes, and religious imagery. The two founders of art in Cuba, Nicolás de la Escalera and Vicente Escobar, are represented in this show. Works by the three Chartrand brothers, Esteban, Philippe, and Augusto Chartrand, descendants of a wealthy French family, are exhibited together in Miami for the first time, along with paintings of the Melero family -- Miguel, the father and director of the San Alejandro Academy for decades, and his sons Miguel Angel and Aurelio. Other artists represented are the Belgian Henri Cleenewerck, the Spaniards Víctor Patricio de Landaluze, José Carol and Miguel Arias, along with the "criollos" Armando Menocal, Leopoldo Romañach, Federico Sulroca, and Antonio Rodríguez Morey. Cernuda Arte Gallery is located at 3155, 3143 and 3160 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Call 305-461-1050. Get details online.

Save The Date
Thursday, June 19 at 6pm
Master Lecture - The Restoration of La Giralda
Join renowned architect-restorer Eduardo Martínez Moya at the Coral Gables Museum for an in-depth look at the award-winning restoration of La Giralda or Bell Tower of Seville, a masterpiece of World Heritage, and a cultural, historical, and artistic landmark for Seville, Andalusia, Spain, and Europe. Martínez Moya has been recognized with the 2024 Hispania Nostra Award in the category of Heritage Conservation as a Factor of Economic and Social Development for his research, documentation, restoration, and communication of the Giralda façades. Get details online.

Save The Date
Thursday, June 26 from 6 to 9pm
Art Off The Wall
Attend a bold and immersive art experience like no other as the Coral Gables Museum celebrates Coral Gables’ centennial with a special summer edition of Art Off The Wall. This vintage-inspired evening will feature live art by talented local artists creating masterpieces in real time, giving you the chance to interact with them and discover the inspiration behind their work. Groove to retro sounds spun by vinyl DJs, setting the perfect vibe for a nostalgic celebration, and savor vintage cocktails curated to match the evening’s aesthetic. Throughout the Museum, enjoy interactive activations including photo-worthy moments, creative installations, and centennial-themed surprises. Get details online.

Nominations Due Before Monday, June 30
2025 Rising Star Awards
The Coral Gables Chamber Rising Star Awards were established in 2007 to honor outstanding young professionals under the age of 40 who demonstrate excellence in their profession, as well as the community. Nominations are open for online submissions. Get details online.

Thursday, June 12 at 11am
Father’s Day Spa Special at Biltmore Spa
Offer the perfect combo with the Biltmore Spa's tailored energizing men’s facial and a 20-minute hair and scalp or foot massage add-on to pamper and celebrate all dads. To complete this relaxing experience, enjoy a facial travel set to extend this delightful journey at home. Get details online.

Thursday, June 12 at 4pm
How To Train Your Dragon - IMAX 3D
Be among the first to experience the scale and clarity of the reimagined adventure in IMAX. For more than a decade, DreamWorks Animation's epic animated film trilogy about the friendship between a young man and his dragon has moved, inspired and delighted audiences worldwide. Now, a new live-action adaptation of the blockbuster will transport audiences for the first time into a new cinematic experience and a bold, thrilling new chapter in the beloved story of Viking Hiccup and his Night Fury dragon, Toothless. Get details online.

Thursday, June 12 at 4:30pm
Grand Opening of Chateau Bloom at The Plaza
Attend the Grand Opening ribbon ceremony of Chateau Bloom with Mayor Vince Lago, Alina Meledina and Ray Corral -- along with live music, art, free gifts and a raffle. With a mission to deliver only the finest blooms -- always fresh, never second-sort -- Chateau Bloom strives to fill your life with beauty, color, and joy. Get details online.

Thursday, June 12 from 5 to 9pm
Night Market at Vizcaya Village
Experience cultural celebration, food, live music and community at the monthly Vizcaya Village Night Market. Wander through the charming pathways of Vizcaya’s historic farm and village and discover a treasure trove of local delights, local produce, foods, clothes, jewelry and much much more. It's a bustling marketplace filled with the sights, sounds, and flavors that define this vibrant community. Get details online.

Thursday, June 12 at 6:30pm
Women in Music, a Series at Coral Gables Womans Club
Attend the debut of Woman in Music, a Series, a new initiative dedicated to showcasing the brilliance of female musicians featuring a night of compelling performances that celebrate the artistry and impact of women in the music world. Snacks and bites available for purchase. Get details online.

Thursday, June 12 at 7pm
Leica Store - Photographic Exhibits
Visit the Leica Store to experience exhibits by two very fine photographers. The Colors of Broward County with James Brunetti and Growing Up Traveling with Jamie Johnson. Get details online.

Thursday, June 12 at 7:30pm
Hot Fiddle Launches CAP Summer Concert Series
The Community Arts Program (CAP) at the historic Coral Gables Congregational Church (across from the iconic Biltmore Hotel) welcomes violinist Ashley Liberty and pianist Daniel Strange of Hot Fiddle to their Summer Concert Series. Hot Fiddle will have you clapping along to bluegrass, snapping your fingers to jazz and sitting on the edge of your seat during 'Summer' from Vivaldi's Four Seasons. Daniel puts a virtuosic spin on some great, classic pop tunes from the 80s and at other moments your mind will drift as you listen to passionate melodies, exquisitely produced on Ashley's 300-year-old Italian violin. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Friday, June 13 at 10am
Social Security 101 - Your Questions Answered
Have questions about retirement, Medicare and other Social Security topics? Visit the Coral Gables Library to meet a Social Security Administration representative who will answer your questions. Call 05-442-8706 or email capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Friday, June 13 at 1pm
Genealogy 101 Research Day
Discover your roots and explore effective ways to research your family history. This ongoing program offers guidance and resources to help you trace your lineage and uncover your ancestors. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Friday, June 13 at 6pm
Capture Coral Gables: Meet the Winners at Happy Hour
Gather at JohnMartin’s on Miracle Mile for a happy hour, plus meet and greet with the Capture Coral Gables photo contest winners. Celebrate their work, connect with the community, and be there for the announcement of the People’s Choice Award. Free and open to the public. Get details online.

Friday, June 13 from 6 to 9pm
David Gary Lloyd - Garden Shadows Of The Sun
Attend an exhibit by award-winning photographer David Gary Lloyd at 255 Alhambra Circle. His work, spanning photography, digital painting and mixed media, offers a fresh perspective on diverse narratives and identities. Get details online.

Friday, June 13 at 7:05
Materialists
A young, ambitious New York City matchmaker finds herself torn between the perfect match and her imperfect ex. Get details online.

Friday, June 13 at 7:15
The Life of Chuck
From the hearts and minds of Stephen King and Mike Flanagan comes The Life of Chuck, the extraordinary story of an ordinary man. This powerful tale celebrates the life of Charles 'Chuck' Krantz as he experiences the wonder of love, the heartbreak of loss, and the multitudes contained in all of us. Critics call the film "a life-affirming masterpiece" and "a stunning celebration of the moments that make life worth living." Rated R for language, but does not contain violence or explicit content. Get details online.

Friday, June 13 at 7:30pm
Remember the Times
New Canon Chamber Collective presents, Remember the Times, an electrifying tribute to the golden era of Black American sitcoms from the 1970s to the 1990s. Now in its third year, this vibrant show blends live music, theater, dance, poetry, and film to celebrate the cultural impact of beloved classics like Good Times, The Jeffersons, A Different World, Living Single, and more. Featuring original musical arrangements, spoken word performances, and dynamic storytelling, Remember the Times is a nostalgic journey honoring the legacy, humor, and social influence of these iconic television shows. Get details online.

Friday, June 13 at 8pm
Friday Jazz - Steve Lee Magic City Jazztet
Multi-award-winning pianist Steve Lee, saxophonist Jake Monk and drummer Richard Siegel perform as the Magic City Jazztet every Friday evening at Armstrong Jazz House, 271 Miracle Mile. Call 305-448-9955. Get details online.

Friday, June 13 at 8pm
We're All Gonna Die
The film includes a live virtual Q&A with directors Matthew Arnold and Freddie Wong after the screening. In the near future, a towering alien "spike" appears in Earth's atmosphere, unleashing chaos and reshaping life as we know it. Years later, the spike still looms, and amid the strangeness, a struggling beekeeper and an emotionally raw EMT are unexpectedly forced to team up when their belongings -- her bees and his car -- are mysteriously teleported across the country by the spike's influence. Their journey to retrieve them becomes a surreal road trip through a changed world. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 from 10am to 2pm
Family Day on Aragon at the Museum
Visit the Coral Gables Museum on the second Saturday of each month for engaging family activities, including arts and crafts, live performances and more. Enjoy live music and free admission for the entire family to the museum's exhibits. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 at 10:30am
Royal Poinciana Fiesta - Yoga and The Oldest Poinciana
Attend a 60-minute yoga class combining movement, relaxation, and meditation at Kampong, David Fairchild's nine-acre botanical garden and historic residence. Kampong yoga classes are calming flow practices that link basic yoga postures in a purposeful sequence incorporating traditional sun salutations and balance poses. Afterwards, rest in the majesty and shade of Miami’s oldest Royal Poinciana planted by David Fairchild himself. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 at 11am
Ratatouille - Family Day on Aragon
A determined young rat dreams of becoming a renowned French chef. Torn between his family’s wishes and his true calling. This is a Sensory-Friendly Screening, designed to create a comfortable and welcoming environment for individuals with sensory sensitivities. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 at 11am
Talent Showcase in Celebration of Father’s Day
Join ITP’s neurodiverse performers for a special Talent Showcase at the Museum featuring inspiring group numbers performed by the neurodiverse actors of Area Stage’s Inspire Theatre Project. This celebratory event honors the creativity of our students and the love of fathers and father figures. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 at 11:30am
Living Soils and Compost Tea with The Worm Queen
Attend an interactive workshop at Fairchild Gardens on the fascinating world of living soils and compost teas. Through an engaging presentation and hands-on discussion, you’ll explore soil microbes, composting, and the difference between living soil, synthetic fertilizers, and bagged mixes. Learn how plants “eat and drink,” and discover how healthy soil can transform your garden. Dive into soil ecology, the role of organic amendments, and techniques to build nutrient-rich soil that supports thriving plants. The class also covers how to brew and apply various compost teas, including a special focus on worm tea. Each attendee will receive a complimentary gallon of worm tea to take home. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 at noon
Jackie Morera - Together We Remember
Bring the kids to Books & Books for Story Time with author Jackie Morera and illustrator Violeta Encarnación as they present Together We Remember. Family Day at Aragon is on the second Saturday of every month in partnership with the Coral Gables Museum and the Coral Gables Art Cinema. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 from 1 to 3pm
Artist Talk: Pangea Kali Virga at Deering
Attend an engaging Artist Talk with Pangea Kali Virga, as part of her solo exhibition To Be Dwellers With This Land, on view at the Deering Estate Visitor Center Theater. Pangea will share insights into her creative process, the layered techniques behind her hand-embroidered textile works, and the ways her practice explores care and our relationships with land and ecology. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 at 2pm
Jimbo's Shrimp Shack - The Documentary
The Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade are pleased to present an enlightening and entertaining program about the history of a somewhat infamous South Florida location on Virginia Key — Jimbo's Shrimp Shack. Gone, but not forgotten, this iconic shrimp shack location -- hidden in plain sight at the end of the road on Virginia Key -- was ostensibly a simple place for fishermen to buy live shrimp bait, but it was so much more. To the regular customers, it was a place to buy smoked fish and cold beer, play bocce ball and relax aside a beautiful natural lagoon. To the movie, television and photography industries, it was an authentic outdoor set that mimicked an island fishing village. To the gregarious proprietor James "Jimbo" Luznar, it was a family business that attracted a cast of interesting characters, and a place to host friends and neighbors apart from the hustle-bustle of Greater Miami. Get details online. 

Sat/Sun, June 14–15 from 6 to 10pm
Exclusive Spirit Tasting Experience at Loews Hotel
Treat Dad to specialty bourbon and whiskey tastings all weekend at Americana Kitchen. Choose from three tasting flights that offer the chance to sniff, swirl, and sip through a variety of spirits. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 at 6pm
Tina Spiro - Good Morning Star Child
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Tina Spiro discussing Good Morning Star Child. This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase the evening of the event. Get details online.

Saturday, June 14 at 7pm
Doctor Zhivago - 60th Anniversary, 4K Restoration
Based on Boris Pasternak’s Nobel prize-winning epic novel set during the Russian Revolution, this sweeping romance tells the story of an idealistic young doctor and the passions that tear him and his country apart. Get details online.

Friday, June 14 at 9pm
The Lufts Band at Titanic
A fun-loving, high energy, alternative rock band with heavy influences on 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s music, The Lufts is composed of Porsche enthusiasts and drivers in South Florida -- founded on the principle of strengthening family and friendship ties through cars and music. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 from 10am to 5pm
Fathers' Day at Fairchild Gardens
Whether you’re building, playing, relaxing, or just soaking it all in, it's an ideal time to celebrate everything that makes dads awesome. Bring your crew to Fairchild Gardens and make memories together in one of the most beautiful settings in South Florida. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 at 10am
Bike Tour - George Merrick's Birthday Tour
Celebrate the birthday of city founder George Merrick by touring the city’s birthplace and namesake as part of the city’s centennial celebration, highlighting the Merrick family history in Coral Gables. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 from 10am to 2pm
Father’s Day Sunday Brunch at Biltmore
Celebrate Father’s Day with The Biltmore's renowned Signature Sunday Brunch. Reservations are recommended. 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. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 from 11am
Special Father's Day service at Beauty and the Butcher
Celebrating the legends in our lives with special Father's Day Service. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 from 11am to 9pm
Three Courses for Father's Day at Fleming's
Make this Father’s Day as legendary as he is by treating him to Fleming's Three-Course Menu featuring the best in land and sea. Select from our Filet Mignon with your choice of Crab-Stuffed Shrimp or Butter Poached Lobster. Go big with Prime Surf & Turf featuring 20oz USDA Prime Bone-In Ribeye and Lobster Tail, or go even bigger with the Prime Event featuring a 35oz USDA Prime Tomahawk and Lobster Tail. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 from 11:30am to 3pm
Father's Day Sunday Brunch At Mamey
Get an exclusive taste of Mamey’s tantalizing new brunch menu made with local, fresh ingredients and bold flavor combinations -- chic farm-to-table cuisine with Asian, Caribbean and Polynesian influences -- every Sunday at THesis Hotel. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 from 1 to 4pm
Fathers Day Fishing Cruise at Deering
Celebrate Father’s Day with a cruise on Biscayne Bay on the Pelican Island Skipper, a 45-foot Corinthian Catamaran. This trip will depart from Deering Estate at 1pm and return at 4pm for a three hour, catch and release fishing trip. It is encouraged for guests to bring their own rods and tackle. Bait will be provided and a limited number of rods. Deering Estate Naturalists will join to educate guests on sea birds, and sea mammals throughout the trip. This program is for adults and youth ages 4 and older. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 at 1pm
To Die For
Cosford Cinema presents the 1995 dark-comedy classic To Die For, starring Nicole Kidman, Matt Dillon and Joaquin Phoenix, directed by Gus Van Sant. The all-American obsession with celebrity turns monstrous in this deliciously subversive (and disturbingly prescient) satire of our television-mediated, true-crime-obsessed age in this darkly funny examination of suburban sociopathy. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 from 2 to 5pm
Royal Poinciana Fiesta - Trolley Tours
The tour begins at the Coral Gables Library, 3443 Segovia Street, highlighting the best trees and blossoms of the 2024 season. Narrated by two poinciana experts and past presidents of the Tropical Flowering Tree Society. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 at 2pm
A Goofy Movie - and BBQ bash
A lovable Goof and his teenage son embark on a hilarious cross-country road trip, filled with misadventures, heartwarming moments, and unforgettable music. Celebrate Dad with a Goofy good time -- a BBQ bash before the movie at 1pm. Endulge in the ultimate Dad Joke Contest -- a pun-packed battle for comedic glory before the screening of the film at 2pm. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 at 3pm
Opera Showcase - Alhambra Orchestra
From the passionate arias of Puccini to the soaring melodies of Mozart, immerse yourself in an afternoon filled with opera’s most beloved gems at The Miracle Theatre. Enjoy timeless enchantment, sweeping romance, and music that stirs the soul. Featuring top singers from the Manny Perez Vocal Studio accompanied by the Alhambra Orchestra. Get details online.

Sunday, June 15 at 5pm
Sierra Club - A Look Back at Old Smokey
In the heart of Coconut Grove, an incinerator operated for nearly five decades from the 1926 to 1970, spewing toxic ash laden with chemicals on to playgrounds and schools, and across the West Coconut Grove neighborhood, as well as parts of neighboring Coral Gables. When "Old Smokey" belched out clouds of ash laden with harmful chemicals such as dioxins and arsenic, those toxins did not simply disappear. Rather, they covered the community, contaminating the soil, where they remain until removed. Watch a documentary produced by University of Miami that looks at the impact that burning garbage had on our community. Even though this incinerator has not been in operation for 55 years, it serves as a reminder why no one wants an incinerator in their backyard. As we prepare for next month’s commission meeting, it is important that we consider how the location of the Waste Recovery Site will affect all of us. The Pot-Luck meal will begin at 5pm; meeting starts at 6pm at Coral Gables Congregational Church. Get details online.

Monday, June 16 at 10am
FFI Summer Film Camp – 2025
Check out this six week intense filmmaking program that takes place in-person from June 16 to July 25 at Gables Cinema on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10am to 1pm. Get details online.

Monday, June 16 at 4pm
Game On! - Nintendo Switch Mondays
Show off your video game talents in a friendly Nintendo Switch gaming session. Learn how to play or sharpen your skills. Gaming console and games provided. Call the Coconut Grove Library at 305-442-8695 or email: hernandezje@mdpls.org. Ages 6 to 18 years old. Get details online.

Monday, June 16 from 6 to 8pm
Bloomsday in Coral Gables
The Consulate General of Ireland invites one and all to celebrate Bloomsday -- amidst the magic of James Joyce's Ulysses and Irish literature in general -- at the Coral Gables Public Library for books, music, film, costume and fun. Get details online.

Monday, June 16 at 8pm
Wes Anderson - The Phoenician Scheme
Wealthy businessman, Zsa-zsa Korda appoints his only daughter, a nun, as sole heir to his estate. As Korda embarks on a new enterprise, they soon become the target of scheming tycoons, foreign terrorists, and determined assassins. Directed by Wes Anderson. Starring: Benicio del Toro as Zsa-zsa Korda, one of the richest men in Europe; Mia Threapleton as Liesl, his daughter/a nun; Michael Cera as Bjorn, their tutor. With: Riz Ahmed, Tom Hanks, Bryan Cranston, Mathieu Amalric, Richard Ayoade, Jeffrey Wright, Scarlett Johansson, Benedict Cumberbatch, Rupert Friend, Hope Davis. Get details online.

Monday, June 16 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, June 17 at 9:30am
Coral Gables Cultural Development Board
The Cultural Development Board assists in distributing cultural monies to worthy nonprofit groups who produce meaningful cultural and community experiences for the betterment of the Coral Gables community. To that end, the Board is responsible for the development and oversight of grants programs that support cultural activities and special events that take place in Coral Gables. The board meets at the Sister Cities Conference Room at the Coral Gables Museum. Meetings are available online via Zoom. Get details online.

Tuesday, June 17 from 3 to 6pm
Collab Hour Specials
Unwind and savor bites and drinks at unbeatable prices at THesis Hotel during The Collab’s Happy Hour, every Tuesday through Saturday -- a platform for creativity and connection, where food, drinks, music, and art intertwine. Get details and RSVP online.

Tuesday, June 17 at 5pm
Coral Gables Movie Night - Twilight
Attend a screening of a popular modern blockbuster -- Stephenie Meyer's romantic and suspenseful best seller that started the phenomenon comes to life in this action-packed chronicle of the modern-day love story between a teenage girl and a vampire. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, June 17 at 6pm
Pan Am Orchid Society
Join the members of the Pan Am Orchid Society at Pinecrest Gardens to share and expand your knowledge and love for orchids. The group meets on the third Tuesday of each month. Get details online.

Tuesday, June 17 at 7pm
Isabelle Camille  - Sole’s Mom
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with esteemed educator Isabelle Camille as she shares her memoir, Sole’s Mom: A Transgender Journey of Love, Loss and Letting Go. Educator Isabelle Camille chronicles her journey from the hopes and dreams she held for her daughter Sole to the profound acceptance of her son Sky. The book captures the heart-wrenching challenges and the ultimate triumph of love over societal expectations and personal fears. Get details online.

Tuesday, June 17 at 7:20pm
Prime Minister
Chronicling Jacinda Ardern's tenure as New Zealand PM, navigating crises while redefining global leadership through her empathetic yet resolute approach. Get details online.

Tuesday, June 17 at 7:30pm
Oklahoma!
One of the world’s most popular musicals and winner of two Academy Awards, starring Shirley Jones as a young prairie woman with two suitors: good-natured Curly (Gordon MacRae) and the hired hand, Jud (Rod Steiger). Get details online.

Tuesday, June 17 at 9pm
Trivia Night at Books & Books
Flex your mental muscles and embark on an exhilarating journey of knowledge and friendly competition every Tuesday evening. Books & Books Trivia Night is presented in a Jeopardy-style format, offering a unique and engaging experience for participants of all backgrounds and interests. Get details online.

Wednesday, June 18 at 12:30pm
Enamel Guild South Meeting
Members of the Enamel Guild South meet to discuss the art of enameling at the Pinecrest Library. Explore how powdered glass transforms into vibrant hues, fused onto metal under intense heat, unlocking endless creative possibilities. Call 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, June 18 from 1 to 3pm
Traditional Afternoon Tea – Wednesday
Enjoy a delightful Traditional Afternoon Tea service featuring sweet and savory treats as well as an assortment of tea. Get details online.

Wednesday, June 18 at 1:30pm
Painting Portraiture Made Simple
Rembrandt, Velazquez, Zorn and other artists alike owe much to Apelles of Kos, a master artist in his own right who championed the classic four-color palette of Yellow Ochre, Red, White as well as Black and brought forth lasting contributions to the arts. This workshop at Fairchild Gardens is designed for all levels. Take your skill sets further under the direction of instructor Carlos Gallostra. With just a simplified palette of four pigments, you will learn to mix a wide spectrum of hues and capture the essence of a friend and loved one. Get details online.

Wednesday, June 18 from 6:30 to 8:30pm
Coral Gables Museum Open Studio Series
Every other Wednesday evening, the Coral Gables Museum hosts creative mixers curated by The Things Lab and led by local South Florida-based artists. These summer sessions are your invitation to explore creativity, connect with makers, and be part of a community celebration leading up to our fall exhibition: 100 Years of Coral Gables Through Objects. Get details online.

Wednesday, June 18 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, June 18 at 6:45pm
Killer Of Sheep - New 4K Restoration
The screening will be followed by a virtual Q&A with director Charles Burnett, moderated by Dr. Terri Francis, Associate Professor at the University of Miami’s Center for Global Black Studies. Charles Burnett’s cinematic masterpiece Killer of Sheep, magnificently restored in 4K with sparkling picture and sound, is one of the crown jewels of the Black indie filmmaking movement known as the L.A. Rebellion. Get details online.

Wednesday, June 18 at 7pm
South Florida Orchid Society
Dedicated to improving and conserving orchids through education and research, the South Florida Orchid Society meets at Pinecrest Gardens on the third Wednesday of the month. Get details online.

Wednesday, June 18 at 8:30pm
Blues Jam Spectacular at Titanic
The weekly Wednesday Blues Jam at Titanic begins with a core group of four or five musicians, then guest musicians are invited to jump in and jam. Get details online.

Thursday, June 19 at 5pm
40 Acres
After a series of plagues and wars leaves society in ruins, the Freemans are surviving -- even thriving -- on a farm in the middle of nowhere... so long as they repel the occasional raiding party. Former soldier Hailey (Danielle Deadwyler) and her partner Galen (Michael Greyeyes) fled the collapse along with their children, training them to fight. But now Hayley's eldest Emanuel (Kataem O'Connor) is a young man, and when he meets a young woman (Milcania Diaz-Rojas) in the forest beyond the fence, his need for human contact could place the whole family in jeopardy. Get details online.

Thursday, June 19 at 7pm
Chef Jeff Johnson - Seasonal Roots
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Chef Jeff Johnson discussing Seasonal Roots: Fresh Favorites for Every Season. This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase the night of the event. Get details online.

Thursday, June 19 at 7pm
Elio
For centuries, people have called out to the universe looking for answers -- in Disney and Pixar's all-new movie Elio, the universe calls back. This original feature film introduces Elio, an underdog with an active imagination who finds himself inadvertently beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide. Mistakenly identified as Earth's ambassador to the rest of the universe, and completely unprepared for that kind of pressure, Elio must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, survive a series of formidable trials and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be. Get details online.

Thursday, June 19 at 7:45pm
28 Years Later
Academy Award-winning director Danny Boyle and Academy Award-nominated writer Alex Garland reunite for 28 Years Later, a terrifying new story set in the world created by 28 Days Later. It’s been almost three decades since the rage virus escaped a biological weapons laboratory, and now, still in a ruthlessly enforced quarantine, some have found ways to exist amidst the infected. One such group of survivors lives on a small island connected to the mainland by a single, heavily-defended causeway. When one of the group leaves the island on a mission into the dark heart of the mainland, he discovers secrets, wonders, and horrors that have mutated not only the infected but other survivors as well. Get details online.

Friday, June 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 and register online.

Sat/Sun July 12–13 from 10am to 5pm
Annual Mango Festival at Fairchild Gardens
Attend the juiciest event of the year at Fairchild Gardens, an extraordinary festival to celebrate the beloved mango. Featuring hundreds of exotic mango varieties, this festival is the ultimate homage to the King of Fruit, with a cultural kaleidoscope of live music, family-friendly games and activities, and an energetic market of boutique vendors. Find culinary inspiration for new ways to enjoy your favorite fruit with food trucks and cooking demonstrations all paying homage to the Mango. Get details online.

Friday, July 18 at 7pm
Tarzan - the stage musical
Step into the world of Tarzan at Area Stage, a reimagined Disney classic directed by Giancarlo Rodaz and staged as a fully immersive experience. Featuring Tony-nominated music by Phil Collins, this production brings audiences right in the middle of the action as the story of Tarzan and Jane unfolds all around. Get details online.

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