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

looking west from Ponce, Alhambra Circle's tall modern buildings and majestic palms give way to a storied canopy of massive banyan trees along a shady divided thoroughfare

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Friday, August 8 is National Pickleball Day, celebrating a simple and popular paddle sport that continues to gain popularity across the country.

Saturday, August 9 is Book Lovers Day, honoring all the bookworms and book lovers in your life. Treat yourself to some quality reading time.

Sunday, August 10 is National Spirit of '45 Day, observed on the second Sunday in August, honoring the can-do attitude of an entire generation affected by the trials and hardships of World War II -- those who have inspired us, sacrificed, and preserved our nation for future generations.

Monday, August 11 is Sons and Daughters Day, a celebration of families and childhood, when parents acknowledge the joy their children bring into their lives.

Wednesday, August 13 is Left Handers Day, created in 1992 by the Left-Handers Club as a way to celebrate left-handers, the unofficial holiday aims to raise awareness of the advantages and disadvantages left-handers face.

Thursday, August 14 is Creamsicle Day a simple delicacy made from smooth and creamy vanilla ice cream with tangy orange juice.

Friday, August 15 is National Lemon Meringue Pie Day, with appreciation for tart lemon curd and delicate meringue.

Saturday, August 16 is National Rum Day, a time to appreciate the spirit of sugar cane, fermented, distilled and aged in wooden barrels throughout the tropical regions of the world.

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

August - Unity Burger
Burger For A Cause at JohnMartin's
Now at JohnMartin's, a monthly rotating Charity Burger where $5 from every burger sold is donated directly to a featured local nonprofit. Order the Unity Burger to benefit United Way during the month of August. Get details online.

Join Before September 15
Free Solar Electric Installation for Qualified Buyers
Income eligible families in Miami-Dade County can qualify for a free 5 kilowatt solar electric system installed on their roof. This is an incredible opportunity for low to moderate income homeowners that own and occupy their home as a primary residence to offset their electric bill for 25 years or longer. Get details online.

Thursday, August 7 at 6pm
A Good Book Book Club - First Thursdays
Connect with fellow readers at the Pinecrest library or on Zoom for a lively discussion of this month's book -- Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. Call 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, August 7 at 6:30pm
Full Moon Yoga at Deering Estate
The Full Moon Yoga series by Zamanta at the Deering Estate provides an opportunity to enjoy the sunset and end of the day while welcoming the full moon at one of the most beautiful settings on Biscayne Bay. Get details online.

Thursday, August 7 at 7pm
Chef Curtis Duffy - Fireproof: Memoir of a Chef
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Chef Curtis Duffy discussing Fireproof: Memoir of a Chef. He will be in conversation with Jeremy Wagner. Get details online.

Thursday, August 7 at 7pm
My Mother's Wedding
Heartfelt and funny, the film follows three sisters who return to their childhood home for a momentous weekend: the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother, Diana Frost (Kristin Scott Thomas). The three daughters are from very different walks of life: Georgina (Emily Beecham) is a hospice nurse; Victoria (Sienna Miller) is a Hollywood star; and Katherine (Scarlett Johansson) is a Captain in the Royal Navy. Over the weekend, the family gathers to celebrate the new marriage, but mother and daughters alike are forced to revisit the past and confront the future, all with help from a colorful group of unexpected wedding guests. Get details online.

Thursday, August 7 at 7:30pm
Clarinetist extraordinaire Ken Peplowski
Enjoy a sparkling tribute -- Remembering the Original Benny Goodman Trio. Clarinetist Ken Peplowski is the recipient of the Sarasota Jazz Festival’s Satchmo award, given to him for his unique and enduring contribution to the living history of jazz. Ken is joined by Rossano Sportiello (piano) and Kevin Dorn (drums) for a memorable evening at the Community Arts Program's 40th annual Summer Concert Series. Get details online.

Friday, August 8 at noon
Miami Spice Lunch at Beauty And The Butcher
Throughout August and September, Beauty And The Butcher offers a special Friday lunch menu with starters, mains and dessert for $35. Get details online.

Friday, August 8 at noon
Miami Spice Lunch at Thomas Keller’s Bouchon Bistro
Enjoy a taste of fine French bistro fare at Bouchon Bistro during Miami Spice with a special $35 three-course prix fixe lunch menu. Get details online.

Friday, August 8 from 6 to 8pm
End-of-Summer Social
The Gilded Edge, Vizcaya’s Young Professionals’ Program, will host an End-of-Summer Social at John Martin's on Miracle Mile with a theme of cocktails, culture, and connection. The group is dedicated to fostering a vibrant network of forward-thinking individuals eager to build connections, exchange ideas and leave their mark. Get details online.

Friday, August 8 at 7pm
Tarzan - the stage musical - Final Weekend
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. The play runs through August 10. Get details online.

Friday, August 8 at 7:05pm
My Daughter Is A Zombie
Jung-hwan, a professional tiger trainer, spends his days bickering with his teenage daughter Soo-a, who is passionate about dancing. One day, as a zombie virus sweeps across the globe, Jung-hwan sets off with Soo-a, now infected, to the seaside village of Eunbong-ri, where his mother Bam-sun lives, in a desperate attempt to protect his daughter. Amid a society determined to root out the infected, Soo-a shows faint signs of understanding human speech and even reacts to her favorite things, dancing and her grandmother Bam-sun's backscratcher. Refusing to give up on her, Jung-hwan puts his years of tiger taming experience to use and begins training his zombie daughter. Get details online.

Friday, August 8 at 7:15pm
The Shadow Of The Sun
This event begins with a reception with light bites and wine at 7:15pm. The film is followed by Q&A with director Miguel Angel Ferrer. Leo (Carlos Manuel Gonzalez) is a blue collar worker with a musical past living in the remote city of Acarigua, nestled in the Venezuelan inland empire. Haunted by financial debt and problems at home, he does anything to stay afloat. One day, his younger brother Alex (Anyelo Lopez) who has been deaf since birth, offers him a solution: to participate in a musical contest in the capital, Caracas, performing a song that he has written himself because the first prize may solve all his economic problems. Forced by circumstance, Leo must take a leap of faith, unearth his dormant musical talent and do the impossible to change his and his brother’s future by joining their voices in an unforgettable journey. Get details online.

Friday, August 8 at 8pm
Step By Step - Final Weekend
Actors’ Playhouse proudly presents the United States Premiere of Step By Step, a sharp, laugh-out-loud new play by Peter Quilter. Best known for End of the Rainbow -- the Broadway hit that inspired the Oscar-winning film Judy -- Quilter delivers another theatrical gem. In this fast-paced comedy, three women embark on a two-day hike to honor a late friend, each carrying a stone inscribed with a final message. But their journey quickly veers off course, becoming a hilarious and heartfelt exploration of friendship, grief, and the uphill climbs that shape us all. This United States premiere is a rollercoaster of memories, emotions, and personal revelations, showcasing comedic brilliance through witty dialogue and clever one-liners that will leave audiences laughing out loud. The play continues through August 10. Get details online.

Friday, August 8 at 10pm
Karaoke Friday at Sandbar
Sandbar Sports Grill in Coconut Grove, home of the fish taco -- where they don't run from hurricanes, they drink them. Every Friday night the club quality sound system is handed over to Rob The Rum Guy from Silver Dragon Karaoke to let your voices loose on the microphones. With 100,000 songs in 20 languages to pick through they’ve got what you want to sing. Don’t pass up on the Joey Style Wings, the 34 taps, or the Category Five Hurricanes at Sandbar, 3064 Grand Ave. Call 786-359-4510. Get details online.

Saturday, August 9 from 10am to 3pm
Family Day On Aragon at the Museum
This special edition of Family Day On Aragon at the Museum, presented in partnership with Graphikasana, highlights the connection between yoga and visual art through the work of Yolyanko William. Visitors will experience an exhibition of original drawings and reproductions on view at the Museum’s Zahner Center, alongside live yoga demonstrations led by a certified instructor. This family-friendly program invites all ages to explore the intersection of movement, creativity, and mindfulness. Get details online.

Saturday, August 9 at 10:30am
Great Books Book Club - The Trojan Women by Euripides
Attend in person or online to read thought-provoking and influential books from the 19th century and talk about the ideas and emotions they provoke. The book of the month is The Trojan Women by Euripides, commentary on the costs of war through the lens of women and children. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and above. Get details online.

Saturday, August 9 at 11am
Photography Workshop: Intention and Technique
Designed for both beginners and advanced students, this workshop with instructor Ash Lanes encourages participants to be intentional when photographing with cameras or smartphones. Students will receive guidance on hardware settings to help achieve their desired effect. After a brief instructional session, the class will head into the Garden to practice these techniques, explore different photographic styles, and ask questions along the way. Get details online.

Saturday, August 9 at 11am
The Court Jester - Family Day on Aragon
In this swashbuckling comic farce, star Danny Kaye is kind-hearted entertainer Hawkins who disguises himself as the legendary king of jesters, Giacomo. Get details online.

Saturday, August 9 at noon
Family Day - Melissa T. Shultz
Bring the family to Storytime with Melissa T. Shultz at Books and Books for Family Day on Aragon. She will be reading What Will I Do If I Miss You? This program free is open to everyone. Get details online.

Saturday, August 9 starting at 7pm
Coconut Grove Full Moon Party
Regatta Grove, at 3415 Pan American Drive in Coconut Grove, is hosting a Full Moon Party with a drum circle, fortune telling, fire performances, tropical drinks, curated food, groovy music and stunning waterfront views. Get details online.

Saturday, August 9 at 7pm
Freakier Friday
A sequel to the beloved 2003 film with a multigenerational twist, Freakier Friday stars Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. Curtis and Lohan reprise their roles as Tess and Anna Coleman. The story picks up years after Tess (Curtis) and Anna (Lohan) endured an identity crisis. Anna now has a daughter of her own and a soon-to-be stepdaughter. As they navigate the myriad challenges that come when two families merge, Tess and Anna discover that lightning might indeed strike twice. Get details online.

Saturday, August 9 at 7:30pm
Fine Arts of Miami presents Echoes
Enjoy a program compromised of Zarzuela, Opera and Musica di Camera at Sanctuary Of The Arts. The timeless beauty of classical music reverberates through the warm summer night. This carefully curated program features a selection of pieces that explore the concept of echoes, both literal and metaphorical, spanning different eras and styles -- from the delicate nuances of Mozart to the sounds of Ernesto Lecuona, each composition invites a reflection on the echoes of the past and their resonance in the present. Get details online.

Saturday, August 9 at 9:30pm
Memento
25th Anniversary -- Guy Pearce stars as Leonard, a man with a bizarre disorder: the inability to form new memories. Ever since that when his wife was murdered, anyone Leonard has met, or anything he has done, simply vanishes from his memory. Who are his friends? Who are his enemies? What is the truth? The answers change from second to second as he seeks vengeance for his wife’s murder... and sinks into an abyss of uncertainty and danger. A landmark film from acclaimed Academy-Award winner director Christopher Nolan, Memento is a mind-bending thriller whose mesmerizing power grows with every viewing. Get details online.

Sunday, August 10 at 9:30am
Family Day Summer Art Workshops – The Court Jester Flower Hats
Attend a hands-on pressed flower workshop led by artist and artisan Anyi Botteri, founder of Ayni -- a creative space devoted to preserving the beauty of nature through botanical press techniques. In this special session, you’ll craft a Jester Hat Postcard using real pressed flowers. Connect with both nature and your inner self with this fun workshop designed for all ages. Get details online.

Sunday, August 10 at 11am
Small Foot
An animated adventure for all ages, with original music and an all-star cast, Smallfoot turns the Bigfoot legend upside down when a bright young Yeti finds something he thought didn't exist -- a human. News of this Smallfoot throws the simple Yeti community into an uproar over what else might be out there in the big world beyond their snowy village, in an all new story about friendship, courage and the joy of discovery. Get details online.

Sunday, August 10 at 4pm
It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley
This screening includes exclusive, remastered footage from a rare solo Jeff Buckley performance, playing after the film. An intimate portrait of a transcendent voice silenced too soon, It’s Never Over, Jeff Buckley, directed by Oscar nominee Amy Berg, unearths the inner world of the legendary musician through never-before-seen archives and emotional testimony from those who knew and loved him. Get details online.

Sunday, August 10 at 5pm
Free Screening - Ghostbusters
Actors’ Playhouse proudly presents The Great Movie Ride Film Series with a free screening of Ghostbusters. When three quirky parapsychologists lose their university jobs, they launch a ghost-catching business in New York City. Equipped with unlicensed nuclear packs and razor-sharp wit, the Ghostbusters become the city’s last hope against a wave of paranormal chaos. Get details online.

Sunday, August 10 at 10pm
Throne Of Blood - Akira Kurosawa
4k restoration. In Akira Kurosawa’s haunting reimagining of Macbeth, Toshiro Mifune delivers a ferocious performance as a war hero lured to his doom by prophecy, ambition, and a ruthless wife, in a ghostly feudal Japan steeped in Noh-inspired tragedy. Get details online.

Monday, August 11 at 4pm
Game On! - Nintendo Switch Mondays
Show off your video game talents in a friendly Nintendo Switch gaming session at Coconut Grove Library. Learn how to play or sharpen your skills. Gaming console and games are provided. Call 305-442-8695 or email: hernandezje@mdpls.org. Ages 6 to 18 years old. Get details online.

Mon–Sun, August 11-17
UM Cane Kickoff Weekend at Lowes Coral Gables
Welcoming University of Miami students, families, and alumni for the 2025 Cane Kickoff, Loews Coral Gables is proud to celebrate this milestone with daily activations, Instagrammable moments, Hurricane spirit experiences, and family-style dining. Loews Coral Gables Hotel offers exclusive room rates for University of Miami students, faculty, and alumni. Get details online.

Monday, August 11 at 6:30pm
Meteorologist John Morales - Navigating Hurricane Season 2025
Renowned meteorologist John Morales explores the science behind forecasting hurricanes and the growing challenges posed by climate change. He examines how recent funding cuts to NOAA may threaten the accuracy and timeliness of lifesaving weather predictions. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, August 12 from 5 to 9pm
Tropical Audubon - Dine out with Whisk
On the second Tuesday of July and August, Tropical Audubon's Dine Out is a delicious, symbiotic event featuring community partner Whisk Gourmet. Make a dinner date at Whisk Gourmet on Dine Out Days and, in turn, Whisk will feather the proverbial TAS nest with 10 percent of that evening’s dinner revenues. Enjoy a plethora of seasonal summer dishes that draw on Southern and Caribbean Basin influences. Get details online.

Tuesday, August 12 at 7pm
Bonsai Society of Miami
The members of the Bonsai Society promote the knowledge, interest, appreciation and enjoyment of the art of bonsai on second Tuesdays. Get details online.

Wednesday, August 13 at 10am
His Girl Friday - Cary Grant movie
Watch a classic movie at the Coral Gables Library. When hard-charging New York newspaper editor Walter Burns discovers that his ex-wife, investigative reporter Hildy Johnson (Rosalind Russell), has gotten engaged to milquetoast insurance agent Bruce Baldwin, he unsuccessfully tries to lure her away from tame domestic life with a story about the impending execution of convicted murderer Earl Williams. But when Hildy discovers Williams may be innocent, her reporter instincts take over. Director Howard Hawks was determined to break the record for the fastest film dialogue, at the time held by The Front Page. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, August 13 from 5 to 7pm
Fontana’s Wine Down Wednesdays
Visit Fontana at The Biltmore for Wine Down Wednesdays. Indulge in $7 house wines and $10 cheeseboards in the lushly landscaped restaurant. Get details online.

Wednesday, August 13 at 6pm
Coral Gables Planning and Zoning Board
The Planning and Zoning Board meets at City Hall Commission Chambers to conduct, coordinate, recommend, monitor and oversee the effectiveness and status of the Comprehensive Plan and recommend to the City Commission such changes as may be required from time to time. See the agenda and get details online.

Wednesday, August 13 at 6pm
South Florida National Parks Camera Club
Empowering photographers of all skill levels to grow, learn, and inspire others, members of The South Florida National Parks Camera Club share their passion for photography in a supportive environment. Open to anyone with an interest in the art, the club also gives back by using photography to support national parks. Call 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, August 13 from 6 to 8:30pm
Coral Gables Museum Open Studio - Artist Juraj
Every other Wednesday the Coral Gables Museum hosts a series of participatory creative mixers curated by The Things Lab. Artist Juraj will lead a hands-on session inviting you to bring retired audio media -- Bluetooth speakers, CDs, cassettes, or megaphones -- that no longer serve a purpose and you weren’t sure what to do with. Known in the local arts scene for creating Orchid Music, Juraj encourages you to bring an orchid (if you have one) and craft your own unique O-Thing. Get details online.

Wednesday, August 13 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.

Wednesday, August 13 at 8pm
The Musicians
Astrid Thompson finally succeeds in fulfilling her father’s dream: to bring together four Stradivarius for a unique concert, eagerly expected by music lovers around the world. But Lise, George, Peter and Apolline, the four virtuosos recruited for the occasion, are incapable of playing together. The rehearsals are one ego crisis after another. With no solution in sight, Astrid decides to go and find the only person who, in her eyes, can still save the event: Charlie Beaumont, the composer of the score. Get details online.

Wednesday, August 13 at 9pm
Karaoke Wednesday at Taurus
The City of Miami’s longest-running liquor license belongs to The Taurus, a Coconut Grove bar institution if there ever was one. Your local hub for live comedy and sports announced a pair of upgrades in the form of Masa Craft’s Cuban and Filipino-American style food menu along with Silver Dragon’s Karaoke That Cares! You'll find the host Rob The Rum Guy there every Wednesday night tweaking the vocals from 9pm to 1am, with specials just for karaoke night that include your first shot free when you sing, plus $10 Old Fashioned, $9 Gin or Vodka Gimlet, $9 Tommy-Style Margarita, and $8 Modelo beer at 3540 Main Highway. Call 305-529-6523. Get details online.

Thursday, August 14 from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Ski Club Sra. Martinez Happy Hour
Enjoy Happy Hour prices on fabulous food and drinks with the Miami Ski Club members and friends at Sra. Martinez, 2325 Galiano Street. Get details online.

Thursday, August 14 at 7pm
Joe Pan - Florida Palms: A Novel
Books & Books and the Books & Books Literary Foundation are proud to present an evening with Joe Pan discussing Florida Palms: A Novel. He will be in conversation with Reed Smith. The Outsiders meet Sons of Anarchy in this gripping debut about a group of young men dragged into a drug-running operation. Get details online.

Thursday, August 14 at 10pm
The Hidden Fortress - Akira Kurosawa
4K Restoration - A grand-scale adventure as only Akira Kurosawa could make one, The Hidden Fortress stars the inimitable Toshiro Mifune as a general charged with guarding his defeated clan’s princess (a fierce Misa Uehara) as the two smuggle royal treasure across hostile territory. Accompanying them are a pair of bumbling, conniving peasants who may or may not be their friends. This rip-roaring ride is among the director’s most beloved films and was a primary influence on George Lucas’s Star Wars. The Hidden Fortress delivers Kurosawa’s trademark deft blend of wry humor, breathtaking action, and compassionate humanity. Get details online.

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