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

the Hardee Road bridge connects homes on the Granada Boulevard and Riviera Drive sides of the Gables Waterway, the only crossing between US1 and Cocoplum Circle

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Friday, September 19, the third Friday in September, is National POW/MIA Recognition Day as we pause to remember the sacrifices and service of those who were prisoners of war (POW), as well as those who are missing in action (MIA), and their families.

Monday, September 22 is the September Equinox, when the Sun crosses the equator from north to south, and the length of days are equal to nights. It marks the first day of the Autumn season. 

Saturday, September 27, the fourth Saturday in September, is National Public Lands Day, a signature event of the National Environmental Education Foundation, promoting both popular enjoyment and volunteer conservation of public lands.

Sunday, September 28, the last Sunday in September, is Gold Star Mother's Day, a time to publicly express enduring love, sorrow, and reverence towards Gold Star Mothers and their families.

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

September 2 to December 15
Modern Art in 1940’s Cuba, A Historical Exhibition at Cernuda Arte
Experience artworks by: Wifredo Lam (1902 - 1982), Amelia Peláez (1896 - 1968), Víctor Manuel García (1897 - 1969), Carlos Enríquez (1900 - 1957), Eduardo Abela (1889 - 1965), Antonio Gattorno (1904 - 1980), Fidelio Ponce de León (1895 - 1949), Domingo Ravenet (1905 - 1969), Arístides Fernández (1904 - 1934) Teodoro Ramos Blanco (1902 - 1972), Mario Carreño (1913 - 1999), Cundo Bermúdez (1914 - 2008), René Portocarrero (1912 - 1985), Mariano Rodríguez (1912 - 1990), Felipe Orlando (1911 - 2001), Luis Martínez Pedro (1910 - 1989), Roberto Diago (1920 - 1955), Rafael Moreno (1887 - 1955). Cernuda Arte Gallery is located at 3155, 3143 and 3160 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Call 305-461-1050. Get details online.

New Friday Specials
Friday Salmon Dinners at Titanic BrewPub
Discover an amazing selection of salmon dinners with international themes at Titanic BrewPub on Friday evenings from 5 to 11pm, including Mediterranean Zaatar & Lemon Grilled Salmon; French Provençal Salmon with Fennel, Rosemary & Orange Zest; Southern Brown Sugar & Dijon Roasted Glazed Salmon; Asian-Inspired Pistachio Pesto Seared Salmon; Nigerian Crispy Suya-Spiced Salmon; and Korean Salmon Bulgogi -- a complete meal for $20. Titanic Brewery and Restaurant is located at 5814 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Call 305-667-2537. Get details online.

Save The Date
Friday, October 3 at 7:30pm
Brévo Theatre Presents Me & My Miami: The Musical
Attend the world premiere of Me & My Miami: The Musical, a vibrant, heartwarming celebration of culture, family, and truth, set in the colorful streets of Miami. The show follows three local teens -- Rosa, Fuquan, and Joseph -- who have been selected to perform at the Dade County Farmers Market Arts Festival, representing the very best of Miami’s youth. Blending music, dance, and spoken word, Me & My Miami is a joyful and thought-provoking journey that explores generational truth-telling, cultural pride, and the universal desire for connection, healing, and home. It’s a love letter to Miami -- and to the families who live, grow, and dream within it. The Westchester Cultural Arts Center is located at 7930 SW 40th Street (Bird Road) at the entrance to Tropical Park. Call 305-226-0030. Get details online.

Thursday, September 18 at 7:30am
Good Morning Coral Gables
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, September 18 at 10:30am
Tropical Floral Arrangement Workshop
Immerse yourself in the Floral World with professional event designer and florist, Anna Noriega of Alorè Event Firm. Learn tricks of the trade and acquire an understanding of tropical flowers, event design, basic floral composition, seasonality, and technique. Bring your own medium size vessel or pot. Get details online.

Thursday, September 18 at 4pm
Cinema & Chill - The Color Purple
Sit back, relax and enjoy some popular films at the Coconut Grove Library. Snack on some freshly made popcorn and connect with fellow film lovers. Enjoy this musical adaptation of Alice Walker's novel about the life-long struggles of an African American woman living in the south during the early 1900s. Call 305-442-8695 or email: hernandezje@mdpls.org. Ages 13 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, September 18 from 5 to 10pm
Ivy Rooftop - Thursday Ladies Night
Meet up with friends at Ivy Rooftop for Ladies Night every Thursday at THesis Hotel. Prepare for vibrant happenings on this third-floor oasis, an ideal spot for unwinding post-work, to enjoy the afternoon sun or the evening city lights. Experience unique island-inspired drinks by Director of Beverage Vincent Fabris, and delightful chef-driven bites. Get details online.

Thursday, September 18 from 5 to 7pm
Open House - Special Collections at Richter Library
Gather in the Kislak Center Reading Room at the UM Otto G. Richter Library, where a showcase of rare and unique treasures at located in Special Collections. Librarian Robin Potter will lead a presentation of staff picks -— favorite, hand-selected items -- with the Special Collections team available to answer any questions you may have about these resources and services. Get details online.

Thursday, September 18 from 6 to 9:30pm
Sip & Stroll - Jazz Night at Fairchild
It's back for 202. Sip & Stroll is bigger, bolder, and better than ever. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of live music, craft cocktails, and moonlit magic in the heart of Fairchild’s tropical paradise with themed nights that take you on a journey through sound and culture. Get details online.

Thursday, September 18 from 7 to 9pm
Petah Coyne: How Much A Heart Can Hold Opening Reception
Organized into three thematic sections -- Women’s Work, Women Obscured and Transformed, and Women’s Relationships -- this exhibition highlights Petah Coyne’s fascination with feminine identity and her deep reverence for under-recognized female writers and historical figures. It also provides a compelling snapshot of the artist’s decades-long career and is complemented by a fully illustrated scholarly catalogue. This exhibit at Lowe Art Museum was organized by the Chazen Museum of Art, University of Wisconsin–Madison. Get details online.

Friday, September 19 from 8am to 4pm
Park(ing) Day in Coral Gables
The annual Park(ing) Day is an opportunity for people to temporarily turn on-street parking spaces into public places. This international event raises awareness about the importance of a walkable, livable, healthy city and helps people rethink how our streets can be used. Get details online.

Fridays, September 19 at 11am
Studio Watercolor Sessions with Mary McHenry
Join fellow watercolor painters at Fairchild Gardens for relaxed, creative studio sessions. Bring your own subject matter or unfinished paintings to work on, and enjoy the supportive camaraderie of other artists. It’s a wonderful space to focus on your painting and connect with other artists. These studio sessions are open to anyone who has experience in watercolor -- from beginning painters to seasoned watercolorists. Get details online.

Friday, September 19 from 2 to 4pm
Western Roundup at the Adult Activity Center
Put on your boots and best western gear for a rootin' tootin' good time at the Adult Activity Center, 2 Andalusia Avenue for the Wild Western Roundup -- an afternoon of line dancing, light bites and memories to last a lifetime. Get details online.

Friday, September 19 at 6pm
Sonia Sotomayor's new children’s book, Just Shine!
Books & Books and the University of Miami invite you to an evening with Sonia Sotomayor as she presents her new children’s book, Just Shine!: How to Be a Better You. General Admission is $10. Attendees must have a copy of the book to enter the signing line. All of the Justice's books will also be available for purchase at the event. Pre-purchased books will be distributed upon entry. This event takes place at University of Miami's Shalala Student Center, 1330 Miller Drive. Get details online.

Friday, September 19 at 7pm
Steve
Set in the mid-90s, Steve is a reimagining of Max Porter's Sunday Times bestseller Shy. The film follows a pivotal day in the life of headteacher Steve (Academy Award winner Cillian Murphy) and his students at a last-chance reform school amidst a world that has forsaken them. As Steve fights to protect the school’s integrity and impending closure, we witness him grappling with his own mental health. In parallel to Steve’s struggles, we meet Shy (Jay Lycurgo), a troubled teen caught between his past and what lies ahead as he tries to reconcile his inner fragility with his impulse for self-destruction and violence. Get details online.

Friday, September 19 at 7:30pm
Don Hertzfeldt Presents Animation Mixtape
Two-time Academy-Award nominee and Sundance Grand Jury Prize winner Don Hertzfeldt presents Animation Mixtape, an 85-minute program of hand-picked animated shorts from around the world. The collection blends recent works from rising talents with classics that inspired Hertzfeldt’s own career, plus a new animated introduction from Don himself. Get details online.

Friday, September 19 at 7:30pm
Classical Regenerated Piano Recital - AyseDeniz Gökçin
Witness the past reimagined as AyşeDeniz’s virtuosity juxtaposes original scores by Chopin and Vivaldi with AI re-compositions in this online performance. The experience invites audiences to interact with AI-trained avatars of the composers, engaging in real-time conversations about their lives, musical ideas, and context. Get details online.

Friday, September 19 at 10pm
Hannah Montana: The Movie
Laughs, adventure, family fun, and fabulous music await as Hannah Montana returns to her roots -- joined by special guests like Taylor Swift, Rascal Flatts, and Vanessa Williams -- for the biggest decision of her life. When Miley Stewart (aka pop sensation Hannah Montana) gets swept up in the celebrity lifestyle, her dad steps in and sends her back home to Tennessee. Swapping Hollywood glitz for country charm, Miley must decide if she can truly have the best of both worlds. Get details online.

Friday, September 12 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.

Sat/Sun, September 20–21 from 10am to 4pm
Aroid Society Tropical Plant Expo
Hosted by the International Aroid Society, the IAS  Tropical  Plant  Expo is a two‑day celebration that unites collectors, researchers, and growers from around the world to shop, learn, and connect over all things tropical at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo center, 10901 SW 24th Street. IAS members offer plants from their personal collections for sale -- everyone is welcome to shop these botanical treasures. Each year, IAS members bring their most stunning aroids to compete in our celebrated Aroid Awards -- ranging from Best in Show to Most Unusual and People’s Choice. Everyone is encouraged to visit the display and cast a vote for your favorite in the People’s Choice category. Get details online.

Saturday, September 20 at 10:30am
Book Club: Great Conversations - Ravelstein by Saul Bellow
Attend in person or online for a selection of fascinating titles from the 20th century to today that will spark minds, imaginations and great discussions at the Pinecrest Library. The book of the month is Ravelstein by Saul Bellow. It tells the tale of a friendship between a university professor and a writer, and the complications that animate their erotic and intellectual attachments in the face of impending death. Call 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, September 20 from 10:30am to 12pm
Create & Connect: Family Art Workshop at Lowe Art Museum
Bring the family to the Lowe Art Museum for a fun and inspiring intergenerational art experience. This hands-on workshop invites participants of all ages to engage with a rich variety of artistic media and creative processes inspired by artworks in the museum. Guided by an experienced teaching artist, families will create original artworks while connecting through shared discovery and artistic play. Funding made possible through the Stiefel Family Endowment Fund. Get details online.

Saturday, September 20 at noon
Water Lilies Of Monet – The Magic Of Water And Light
Journey into the world of Claude Monet, the revolutionary founder of Impressionism, as scholars guide through the museums and gardens that inspired his luminous water lilies and forever changed modern art. Get details online.

Saturday, September 20 at 1pm
Local Author Series - Dr. Anthony Atwood
Join military historian and executive director of the Miami-Dade Military Museum and Memorial Dr. Anthony Atwood for a discussion of his book published by University Press of Florida "State of War: A History of World War II in Florida" and learn more about how the war transformed Florida into a major hub of military industry and an important training base for ground, naval, and air forces. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 16 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, September 20 at 2pm
Local Author Series - What the Bread Says
Join local author Vanessa Garcia for a reading of her children's picture book "What the Bread Says: Baking with Love, History, and Papan." Explore how bread "talks" to us and how stories are carried across generations through food and storytelling. After the story, spark your imagination with a coloring activity inspired by the book. Registration is required. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 4 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, September 20 at 7pm
Jayne Kennedy - Plain Jayne: A Memoir
The Books & Books Literary Foundation is proud to present an evening with award-winning actress and sports broadcaster Jayne Kennedy discussing Plain Jayne: A Memoir. She will be in conversation with Lesley Visser. Jayne Kennedy is one of the most photographed, glamorous, and intriguing women ever to set foot in Hollywood. Perhaps best known for her groundbreaking work in 1978–1980 on the Emmy Award–winning CBS program The NFL Today, she’s an icon and trailblazer in every sense of the word. Get details online.

Saturday, September 20 at 9pm
Giant
New 4K restoration. Elizabeth Taylor, James Dean and Rock Hudson star in a sweeping saga of jealousy, racism and the clash of cultures set in the vast Texas oilfields. Wealthy rancher Bick Benedict (Hudson) and dirt-poor cowboy Jett Rink (Dean) both woo Leslie Lynnton (Taylor) a beautiful young woman from Maryland who is new to Texas. She marries Benedict, but she is shocked by the racial bigotry of the White Texans against the local people of Mexican descent. Rink discovers oil on a small plot of land, and while he uses his vast, new wealth to buy all the land surrounding the Benedict ranch, the Benedict’s disagreement over prejudice fuels conflict that runs across generations. Based on the novel by Edna Ferber. Get details online.

Sunday, September 21 at 10am
Bike Tour - George Merrick’s Entrances
Tour guide, and former City Commissioner Ralph Cabrera, leads a bike tour to the grand entrances -- the keystone elements of George Merrick’s masterplan 100 years ago to impress City visitors. Visit those magnificent gateways and learn some fun facts about local history and architecture, including the political connections Merrick had to the construction of the Tamiami Trail. Get details online.

Sunday, September 21 at 1pm
Eric Rohmer’s A Tale of Winter
Among the most spiritual and emotional films of Rohmer’s storied career. Five years after losing touch with Charles (Frédéric van den Driessche), the love of her life and the father of her young daughter, Félicie (Charlotte Véry) attempts to choose between librarian Loïc (Hervé Furic), who lives in the Parisian suburbs, or hairdresser Maxence (Michel Voletti), who has recently moved to Nevers. In the midst of indecision Félicie holds to an undying faith that a miracle will reunite her with Charles, a faith that Rohmer examines in all of its religious dimensions and philosophical ramifications. Get details online.

Monday, September 22 at 6am
Sunrise Photography at Deering Estate
The Deering Estate offers an exciting opportunity to photograph the sunrise over Biscayne Bay. Bring your camera, tripod, water, and bug spray. This program is for ages 15 and older. Sunrise will occur at 7:09am. Get details online.

Monday, September 22 at 6pm
Code/Art Creative Coding Club
Get creative with computer programming at this 25-week course (designed for 5th through 8th graders), where you'll learn 3D modeling, game and website design, mobile app development and how to code your own art pieces. By the end of the course, students will have a portfolio of innovative coding projects, mastering a variety of programming languages like Scratch, JavaScript, Python, and HTML/CSS. Registration is required. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or booke@mdpls.org. Ages 10 to 14 years old. Get details online.

Monday, September 22 at 7:15pm
Tropical Fern and Exotic Plant Society
The TFEPS group meets at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden on the Fourth Monday of every month in classroom Corbin A. Refreshments and Raffle table are usually set up by 7:15pm and speakers begin presentations at 7:30pm. Members are able to sell plants during the meeting at the designated Members’ sales tables. Additionally, members may bring in snacks, drinks, and plants for the Raffle table. Meetings are free to attend, but the society relies entirely on the support of paying members to sustain their mission and activities. Memberships begin at $20 annually. Get details online.

Tuesday, September 23 at 5pm
Coral Gables Movie Night - Walk the Line
Enjoy a movie at the Coral Gables Library. This 2005 movie follows the long relationship between country music legends Johnny and June Carter Cash. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, September 23 at 7:30pm
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. The program is An Overview of Invasive Wildlife in Florida - Eric Suarez, Invasive Species Research Program Coordinator, University of Florida Croc Docs – Wildlife Research Team. Come early or stay late to enjoy refreshments, socialize and browse the merchandise and raffle tables. The raffle follows the program. Get details online.

Wednesday, September 24 at 10am
Harvey - Silver Screen Mornings
James Stewart stars as Elwood P. Dowd, a wealthy man who befriends an imaginary giant rabbit named Harvey. This movie, based on a Pulitzer Prize-winning play, celebrates its 75th anniversary this year. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesdays, September 24 at 10:30am
Sketchbook Play: A Visual Journey through Fairchild
Slow down, look closely, and connect with the beauty of nature through your sketchbook. In this 6-week in-person course, you will explore the fundamentals of observational sketching while immersed in the Garden. Your instructor is TJ Marston, a visual artist and educator with a passion for helping others discover joy through sketching. Each week, draw inspiration from the Garden’s diverse plant life, natural forms, and colorful landscapes. Develop core drawing skills such as line work, perspective, shape recognition, negative space, and color, while also practicing how to draw with greater speed, confidence, and creative freedom. Get details online.

Wednesday, September 24 from 6 to 10pm
Oktoberfest at Biltmore Fairways
Experience Oktoberfest at Fairways at the Biltmore Hotel -- an exclusive beer dinner event featuring premium German brews expertly matched with gourmet dishes. Perfect for beer lovers and foodies alike, this unique event offers a taste of Bavaria -- a night of indulgence and discovery in our phenomenal setting. Get details online.

Wednesday, September 17 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, September 25 at 6:30pm
Maximizing Social Security Benefits
The Federal Benefits Educational Association workshop helps with making informed decisions regarding federal benefits and retirement planning. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Friday, September 26 at 8pm
12 Angry Jurors - Ring Theatre
Based on the 1954 teleplay 12 Angry Men by Reginald Rose and adapted for film in 1957, 12 Angry Jurors tells the story of twelve jurors charged with the unenviable task of deciding a young man’s fate. Accused of brutally murdering his father, the young man’s life hangs in the balance as a jury of his peers battle reasonable doubt, prejudice, and their own morality in a cramped, overheated deliberation room. Tempers flare as the reality of a death sentence weighs on the minds of these 12 strangers, the life or death of the accused foisted upon them. Guilty or not guilty. Life or death. Freedom or damnation. Each juror must vote. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 7:30pm
Brévo Theatre Presents Me & My Miami: The Musical
Attend the world premiere of Me & My Miami: The Musical, a vibrant, heartwarming celebration of culture, family, and truth, set in the colorful streets of Miami. The show follows three local teens -- Rosa, Fuquan, and Joseph -- who have been selected to perform at the Dade County Farmers Market Arts Festival, representing the very best of Miami’s youth. Blending music, dance, and spoken word, Me & My Miami is a joyful and thought-provoking journey that explores generational truth-telling, cultural pride, and the universal desire for connection, healing, and home. It’s a love letter to Miami -- and to the families who live, grow, and dream within it. The Westchester Cultural Arts Center is located at 7930 SW 40th Street (Bird Road) at the entrance to Tropical Park. Call 305-226-0030. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 at 6pm
Greatest Show On The Mile
Attend a spectacular gala celebrating the dedication of the Dr. Lawrence and Barbara Stein Center for the Performing Arts. The Greatest Show On The Mile is a once-in-a-lifetime evening will pay tribute to the Steins’ 37 years of visionary leadership, philanthropic spirit, and their unwavering commitment to shaping Actors’ Playhouse into one of South Florida’s premier cultural institutions. Guests will be treated to dazzling performances that showcase the magic of live theatre, along with an elegant dining experience set against the grandeur of the Miracle Theatre. With onstage seating included in your reservation, you’ll be at the very heart of the evening’s festivities. Get details online.

Friday, October 10 at 8pm
Harry Clarke
Mark H. Dold (Appropriate, The Lehman Trilogy) delivers a mesmerizing, shape-shifting performance in this wickedly funny, sexually charged thriller by Obie Award winner David Cale. Shy Midwesterner Philip Brugglestein reinvents himself as the seductive, cocky Londoner Harry Clarke, moving to New York and charming his way into a wealthy family’s life. But as his web of lies deepens, his reckless behavior threatens to unravel more than just his persona. The play continues through November 2. Get details online.

Sunday, October 12 at 1:30pm
Free Concert - Bethune-Cookman University Inspirational Gospel Choir
Attend the First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables for an afternoon of soul-stirring music. The Inspirational Gospel Choir of Bethune-Cookman University is a dynamic group of young university students who serve as ministers in song and ambassadors to the greater community. With a mission to glorify God and inspire hearts through music that reflects the Word, the choir invites listeners into an encounter with the Holy Spirit through every note. Experience the joy, faith, and energy of gospel music at its finest. All are welcome -- bring a friend and be uplifted. Admission to the concert is free, and so is parking. The church is located at 536 Coral Way, behind City Hall. Get details online.

Sat/Sun, November 8–9 from 12:30 to 5pm
Miami Rum Renaissance Festival returns to Coral Gables
Presenting the legacy Miami Rum Festival’s 16th anniversary celebration — attracting rum experts, professionals and enthusiasts from more than 30 countries for a fabulous rum discovery weekend in Coral Gables. Attendees can enjoy a selection of hundreds of fine rums from the Caribbean and beyond during the weekend of November 8–9, with seminars by leading rum experts and professionals. Discover a bounty of new rums to be revealed -- and old favorites on display -- plus a wide selection luxury, limited edition and vintage rums for connoisseurs. Advance tickets are $69 online before November 1st; or $89 for early access VIP admission. Get details online. https://www.rumrenaissance.com

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