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

looking west on Coral Way past the Miracle theatre, majestic palms adorn the median on the way to City Hall

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

October is American Cheese Month, so try to adding some American cheese to everything (yes, everything).

Thursday, October 2 is Yom Kippur on the tenth day of the month of Tishrei in the Hebrew calendar, an opportunity to atone for sins and pray for forgiveness.

Friday, October 3 is the traditional end of the German Oktoberfest, signifying the day the beer finally ran dry at the original celebration.

Saturday, October 4 celebrates the Feast of St Francis of Assisi. Pets are blessed on St. Francis’ feast day because of his love for animals as expressed in his Canticle of Creatures in the Christian doctrine.

Saturday, October 4 is Taco Day, celebrating the simple pleasure of a tortilla filled with beef, chicken, vegetables, pork or seafood and served with cheese, cilantro or onions as garnish. Don't forget your favorite hot sauce.

Monday, October 6, the first Monday in October, is Child Health Day, via presidential proclamation to observe exercises to stimulate or increase people’s awareness of the need for a year-round program to protect and develop children’s health in the United States.

Monday, October 6 is German American Day, to honor the 300th anniversary of German-American immigration and culture into the United States.

Thursday, October 9 is Leif Erikson Day, Columbus Day and Discoverer's Day, celebrating the spirit of exploration and discovery. It's also Indigenous People's Day, celebrating and honoring indigenous American peoples and commemorating their histories and cultures.

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

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.

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.

Save The Date
Saturday, November 1 at 6pm
One Night in the Tropics 2025
The University of Floridas Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Tropical Research and Education Center invites you to attend their annual One Night In The Tropics fundraiser at 18905 SW 280 Street. The event is hosted on the first Saturday in November, which is recognized as Farmers Month in Miami-Dade County. Enjoy good food, great music and dancing, and the company of UF/IFAS TREC's world-class scientists amid tropical fruit-filled groves and ornamental plants. For more information, contact Monique Scoggin at 786-217-9226 or get details online. 

Thursday, October 2 from 10am to noon
Pinewood Cemetery Invasive Plant Removal
Join Keep Coral Gables Beautiful at the entrance of Pinewood Cemetery located at 7301 Erwin Road, and earn volunteer hours removing invasive plants found throughout this historic cemetery. Parking is limited. Get dropped off, ride bike, or take ride share service. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 from 3 to 7pm
Cascade Burger Night
Visit the Biltmore Hotel's Cascade poolside venue for Thursday Burger Night. Indulge in a classic cheeseburger or mushroom smash burger for $10; plus luscious milkshakes for $5. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 at 6pm
El Mirador, Ancestral Treasure - exhibition and lecture
Attend this photographic exhibition and lecture by Dr. Richard D. Hansen, presenting the findings of Mirador Basin, where 964 archaeological sites have been discovered beneath the dense tropical jungle, including monumental pyramids and causeways, the first freeways in the world. Dr. Richard D. Hansen will share his perspective on the importance of protecting this invaluable Mayan heritage in Petén, Guatemala. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and over. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 at 6:15pm
Can’t Let It Go
Preview Screening - attend the Wine Reception, Film and Q&A Event with director Roy Szuper and star Mario Cantone in-person. Can’t Let It Go is a political comedy set in New York on the eve of the 2016 election. There are five interconnected vignettes all revolving around the lead up to and aftermath of Donald Trump’s surprise victory. At its core, Can’t Let It Go is about unique New York characters and their zany personal and political interactions: an African American gay man being paid as a Trump stand in, a Hillary Clinton campaign worker who moonlights as a dominatrix, a blue collar independent looking to start a kosher laundromat, a conservative Cuban émigré and his socialist daughter, a top Trump campaign worker and his apolitical model girlfriend, and a left wing, dog hating activist and actor who yearns to play John Wilkes Booth. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 at 6:40pm
Bone Lake
A couple’s romantic vacation at a secluded lakeside estate is upended when they are forced to share the mansion with a mysterious and attractive couple. In this darkly hilarious and seductive horror story, a dream getaway spirals into a nightmarish maze of sex, lies, and manipulation, bringing terrifying secrets to light and triggering a bloody battle for survival. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 at 7pm
John J. Lennon - The Tragedy of True Crime
The Books & Books Literary Foundation and Exchange for Change are proud to present an evening with John J. Lennon discussing The Tragedy of True Crime: Four Guilty Men and the Stories That Define Us. He will be in conversation via a live telephone call with Andrew Boryga. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 from 8 to 11pm
Jazz Jam Thursday Night at Titanic
Attend Thursday Jazz Jam Night at Titanic BrewPub, where talented musicians come together for an unforgettable night of improvisation and rhythm, with a core group of skilled players, guest musicians are always welcome to jump in for a song or two. From smooth solos to spontaneous collaborations, every night brings a unique jazz experience. You never know what magic will happen on stage. Get details online.

Thursday, October 2 at 10pm
Karaoke Thursday at Vice City Kava
Get your Karaoke game on and check out the famous $5 waffles at Vice City Kava, 2395 SW 22nd Street. Your host is Rob The Rum Guy, spinning your favorite sing-along tunes until 2am. This trendy Kava and kratom bar features a cozy atmosphere with engaging activities, plus signature tea blends, capsules, and extracts. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 3:30pm
Popcorn Pals: Fun Family Films at Gables Library
Bring your family and friends for fun movies and enjoy some delicious popcorn. For more information and for the movie titles, please contact the library at 305-442-8706 or email: massarellis@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 6pm
From Bankruptcy to Beauty - 100 Years of Coral Gables
Coral Gables: From Bankruptcy to Beauty celebrates the city's 100th anniversary with a sweeping history by New York Times bestselling author Les Standiford. Conceived by community leaders William "Bill" Kerdyk Jr. and Wayne "Chip" Withers, the book traces Coral Gables from George Merrick's founding vision through the decades that followed. Brought to life with the help of Books & Books founder Mitchell Kaplan, this landmark work offers a rich narrative of the city’s challenges, triumphs, and enduring legacy. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 from 6 to 10pm
First Friday Gallery Night
Coral Gables galleries and participating art venues open their doors on the first Friday of the month from 6 to 10pm as part of Coral Gables Gallery Night. At this monthly event, attendees can enjoy live music and fine art while enjoying a night out in the City Beautiful. Visitors are encouraged to use the city's trolleys or Freebee on-demand vehicles to travel between galleries. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 from 6 to 10pm
Gables Gallery Night at Americas Collection
The gallery opens doors to the public every first Friday of the month to enjoy complimentary drinks and music while discovering new art, as part of Coral Gables' Gallery Night initiative to support its local art scene and institutions. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 6pm
Gallery Night at the Museum
Step into Gallery Night at the Museum with your friends and let the evening unfold -- wander through inspiring exhibitions, feel the energy of live music in the courtyard, sip on crafted cocktails, and jump into art making and conversations that spark connection. Guests can enjoy all-night happy hour specials at the cash bar by Diageo, along with a curated selection of local vendors showcasing handmade fashion, home goods, fresh bites, wellness products, and art. Miami-based rock group LLP performs live, recognized for energetic renditions of classic and modern hits that bring a vibrant sound and contagious energy to every performance. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 7pm
Samantha Schweblin - Good and Evil and Other Stories
The Books & Books Literary Foundation is proud to present an evening with Samantha Schweblin discussing Good and Evil and Other Stories. She will be in conversation with Anjanette Delgado. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 7pm
The Rocky Horror Picture Show - 50th Anniversary
Attend a celebration of the 50th Anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Pinecrest Gardens -- a unique movie night featuring a live cast including Magenta, Brad, Janet, and Frank N. Furter. Get ready to do the Time Warp and enjoy an evening packed with laughter, music, and memorable moments. This iconic film, known as the longest-running theatrical release in film history, promises a night filled with laughter, music, and memorable moments. Come dressed in your favorite costume and bring along props to enhance the fun. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 7:25pm
Perfect Blue Remastered
A young Japanese singer is encouraged by her agent to quit singing and pursue an acting career, beginning with a role in a murder mystery TV show. Hailed as the first animated film to feature an authentic psychological suspense story, this film was acclaimed at international film festivals and was released in theaters in Japan in 1998. Blending a play within a play, the story unfolds as fiction and reality, dreams and delusions, and cyberspace intertwine -- like an optical illusion. 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.

Friday, October 3 at 7:30pm
Anemone by Ronan Day-Lewis
Anemone explores the intricate relationships between fathers, sons and brothers, and the dynamics of familial bonds. Starring Daniel Day-Lewis in his first acting role since Phantom Thread (2017) alongside Sean Bean, Samantha Morton, Samuel Bottomley and Safia Oakley-Green. The film is co-written by Daniel Day-Lewis and Ronan Day-Lewis. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 7:30pm
Choralcopia - Symphonic Choir, Frost Bella Voce, Jazz Vocal, Tufaan, Biscaydence & Phoenyx
The Frost School of Music presents the power of the human voice at Gusman Concert Hall. Experience a dazzling showcase featuring UM students' vocal brilliance -- spanning classical, opera, jazz, and contemporary styles -- all in one electric night. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 7:30pm
Taylor Swift - Life Of A Showgirl
Celebrate The Official Release Party of a Showgirl at Landmark Theatre. See the exclusive world premiere of the music video, The Fate of Ophelia, along with behind-the-scenes footage from the music video shoot, brand new lyric videos, and Taylor's never-before-seen personal reflections on songs from her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 8pm
12 Angry Jurors - Ring Theatre
Based on the 1954 teleplay 12 Angry Men by Reginald Rose and adapted for the stage by Sherman L. Sergel, 12 Angry Jurors depicts the story of 12 jurors faced with the tough task of deciding a young man’s future. Accused of brutally murdering his father, the young man’s life hangs in the balance as a jury of his peers confronts reasonable doubt, prejudice, and their own morals in a cramped, overheated deliberation room. Tempers flare as the weight of a possible death sentence presses on these 12 strangers, determining the defendant’s fate. Guilty or not guilty. Life or death. Freedom or damnation. Each juror must cast a vote. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 at 10pm
Mean Girls
Raised in the African bush country by her zoologist parents, Cady Heron (Lindsay Lohan) thinks she knows about survival of the fittest. But the law of the jungle takes on a whole new meaning when the home-schooled 15-year-old enters public high school for the first time and falls prey to the psychological warfare and unwritten social rules that teenage girls face today. Tina Fey’s sharply written send-up of high school norms was a smash hit when it came out and remains an indelible cult classic. After all, this movie is so fetch. Get details online.

Friday, October 3 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, October 4 at 7:30AM
Audubon Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden Birding
TAS President Joe Barros (bilingual) will lead this Tropical Audubon half-day trip at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Meet at 7:30am in the Matheson Hammock parking area adjacent to Fairchild’s north entrance. Entrance fee to Fairchild will be waived for TAS and Fairchild members. Participants will enter the gardens via the south gate. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 from 9am to noon
Keep Coral Gables Beautiful - Adopt and Cleanup
Lend a hand and find a friend at William H. Kerdyk, Jr., and Family Park, 6611 Yumuri Street. KCGB is teaming up with Miami-Dade Animal Services for a special day of giving back to both the environment and furry friends. Join us for a park and neighborhood cleanup, with adoptable shelter dogs from the Hope Express mobile adoption unit. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 from 10am to 5pm
Fairchild Member’s Day Plant Sale
The annual Member’s Day Plant Sale is back -- and it’s one of the most anticipated events of the year at Fairchild Garden. Members enjoy early admission at 8:30am for first choice of our extraordinary collection, with Fairchild horticulturists on hand to share insights and answer questions. Plant sale access continues until 5pm, with guided tours of the Tropical Plant Conservatory and Rare Plant House offered at 11am and 1pm. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 from 10am to 5pm
Haunted Birdhouses at Fairchild Garden
During October, Fairchild Garden transforms into a place of mystery and discovery. Hidden along winding trails are 13 haunted birdhouses -- each tied to ghostly Florida folklore waiting to be uncovered. Armed with your scavenger hunt map, you’ll search for clues, crack riddles, and piece together eerie tales that bring local legends to life. Each birdhouse reveals a new story from Florida’s haunted past. Download the Fairchild app to plan the perfect spooky day. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 at 10:30am
South Florida Writer's Association "Author's Voice"
Engage in lively discussions with fellow writers and guest speakers to acquire valuable writing tips, either at the library or online via Zoom. Register to receive a Zoom link by visiting https://www.southfloridawriters.org. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 from 11am to 5pm
Coral Market at Merrick House
Meet up with friends to enjoy the Coral Market -- a semi-annual vintage vending event focused on housewares and furniture at the beautiful and historic Coral Gables Merrick House located at 907 Coral Way. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 from 4 to 10pm
Giralda Plaza Artisan Market
Flamingo Fling Productions is thrilled to host the Giralda Plaza Artisan Market every first and third Saturday of the month from 4 to 10pm. Experience the best artisan vendors from across South Florida while enjoying fine dining and drinks from the best restaurants in Coral Gables along Giralda Plaza. Featuring over 15 vendors with a variety of products ranging from jewelry, clothing, candles, handbags, accessories and various artisan goods. 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.

Saturday, October 4 at 6pm
Roberto Behar and Rosario Marquardt - The Home We Share
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Roberto Behar and Rosario Marquardt discussing The Home We Share: Three Social Sculptures for Princeton University by R&R Studios. They will be in conversation with Caren Rabbino. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 at 6pm
Sip & Stroll: Boots & Bloom: A Country Night
Get ready to dust off your boots and kick up some autumn fun at Fairchild Gardens Boots & Blooms: A Country Night. It's Miami’s ultimate fall evening -- where Southern charm meets festive excitement. From live music and dancing under the stars to sweet sips and spirited games, a delightful evening in the garden. Get details online.

Saturday, October 4 at 7:30pm
UM Hurricanes Football vs Florida State
The University of Miami football team travels to Tallahassee to play Florida State at Doak S. Campbell Stadium, which will be televised nationally on ABC. The Hurricanes, ranked No. 3 in the latest Associated Press poll, enter the bye week following a 26-7 win over Florida at Hard Rock Stadium, a statement performance that pushed Miami to a 4-0 record through non-conference play. Miami leads the all-time series 36-33 heading into this year’s contest. Get details online.

Sunday, October 5 from 9am to 2pm
Farmers Market at Pinecrest Gardens
Visit your neighbors and socialize with friends while supporting local food, drinks, produce and other products from small businesses and farmers at Pinecrest’s award-winning Farmers Market. Enjoy a free community Vinyasa Yoga class sponsored by Baptist Health at 8:30am. Get details online.

Sunday, October 5 at noon
Don’t Look Back
4K Restoration - A behind-the-scenes portrait of a radical American icon, featuring an in-person conversation with Bob Dylan historian Richard Thomas. Get details online.

Sunday, October 5 at 2pm
Inter Alia - National Theatre Live
A new play by Suzie Miller. Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie. Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright? Writer Suzie Miller and director Justin Martin reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity. Get details online.

Sunday, October 5 at 2pm
Biltmore Hotel Tour by Dade Heritage Trust
Join Dade Heritage Trust's knowledgeable and personable guides for this informative walking tour of the Historic Landmark Biltmore Hotel and Resort. Get details online.

Sunday, October 5 at 4pm
Excursions - Frost Wind Ensemble
Join the Frost Wind Ensemble at Gusman Concert Hall for a vibrant and powerful program exploring musical traditions from around the world. The concert opens with Khaen, a new work by Viskamol Chaiwanichsiri that blends the sounds and spirit of Southeast Asia with Western instrumentation. Gilda Lyons’ Cenizas offers a deeply personal reflection on her Nicaraguan heritage, capturing the resilience of its people in the face of natural and human-made tragedies. The program also marks the 40th anniversary of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Michael Colgrass’s landmark work for wind ensemble, Winds of Nagual. Inspired by Carlos Castaneda’s spiritual journey into Yaqui mysticism under the guidance of don Juan Matus, this epic tone poem follows a man of the technological age in search of his creative self—the nagual. Get details online.

Sunday, October 5 at 7pm
Banned Books Week at Books & Books
Attend a special edition of Superfly Trivia to kick off Banned Books Week 2025. Test your knowledge of challenged books, authors, big moments in history, and the pop culture conversations they’ve inspired. No expertise required -- just bring your curiosity, your friends, and your phone to buzz in. Get details online.

Sunday, October 5 from 8 to 10pm
Rafael Valencia Jazz Trio
Grammy Award Winner Rafael Valencia and his Jazz Trio are featured on Sunday evenings at Armstrong Jazz House. Rafael is an electric bass instructor and conductor of the salsa ensemble at Miami Dade College. Rafael has recorded and performed with Arturo Sandoval, Paquito D’Rivera, Carl Fontana, Bill Watrous, Joe Williams, Ed Calle, and Néstor Torres. Get details online.

Monday, October 6 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.

Monday, October 6 at 4:30pm
Dave Aronberg - Fighting the Florida Shuffle
Books & Books is proud to present an afternoon with Dave Aronberg discussing Fighting the Florida Shuffle. After the talk, please join Dave Aronnberg at Coral Gables Art Cinema across the street for a 7pm screening of the SXSW Jury Award Winning documentary Shuffle, a film by Benjamin Flaherty. Get details online.

Monday, October 6 at 7pm
South Florida Palm Society
The SFPS meets on the first Monday of every even-numbered month at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables. Admission is free and open to the general public. Doors to the Corbin Bldg. will open at 7pm. Light refreshments, water, and soft drinks will be provided. The program will start at 7:30pm and you are encouraged to bring your favorite potluck dish for the food table and any labeled plant donations for the auction table. Get details online.

Tuesday, October 7 at 10am
Avoid Investment Fraud
Learn about the mission of the Securities and Exchange Commission and how to guard yourself against fraudsters who target seniors and others. Lisa Roberts, Esq. and Christine Lynch, Esq. of the Miami Regional Office of the SEC, will share their experiences, examples of red flags of fraud and various other topics related to fraud. Call Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, October 7 at 4pm
National Night Out in Coral Gables
Everyone is invited to attend a night out with first responders -- police department, fire department and University of Miami Police Department -- at Temple Judea, 5500 Granada Blvd. National Night Out is an annual event where communities across the country enjoy a free, family-friendly evening with games, bounce houses, a Police K9 unit demonstration and a DJ. Get details online.

Tuesday, October 7 after 9pm
Late Night Bites & Sips at Hotel Colonnade
Wind down or keep the night going at the Colonnade Hotel's Lobby Bar with $10 bites like short rib sliders, buffalo chicken tacos, chicken tinga nacho fries, and caprese flatbread. Sip on $10 well drinks, $10 house wines, and $6 select beers -- perfectly priced for your late-night cravings. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 8 at 10am
Silver Screen Mornings: The Magnificent Ambersons
Start off your morning by watching a classic movie at the Coral Gables Library. This epic tale of the gradual decline of an old-monied Indianapolis family in the face of turn-of-the-century industrialization was directed by Orson Welles and based on the novel by Booth Tarkington. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 8 at 6:30pm
Karaoke Fundraiser at Birdie Bistro
Sing your heart out at Ballads For A Bath -- and help the Coral Gables Woman's Club renovate the bathroom at Ivan Jones School in Roatan, Honduras. Use your song tickets to volunteer a friend. Don’t want to sing? Use your song tickets to get out of singing. Cover charge of $40 gets you 4 tickets. Food and additional beverages for sale a la carte at Birdie Bistro, located at the Coral Gables Country Club Golf Course, 2001 Granada Boulevard. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 8 at 7pm
Alan Gratz - War Games
Books & Books and the Coral Gables Congregational Church proudly present an evening with Alan Gratz, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Refugee and Heroes, for War Games -- a heart-pounding, high-stakes take on the 1936 Berlin Olympics, also known as the "Nazi Olympics." This event takes place at Coral Gables Congregational Church. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 8 at 7pm
John U. Bacon - The Gales of November
The Books & Books Literary Foundation is proud to present an evening with John U. Bacon discussing The Gales of November: The Untold Story of the Edmund Fitzgerald. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 8 at 8pm
Miracle Mic Wednesdays at Bodega Coral Gables
Get your Karaoke on at Miracle Mic Wednesdays at Bodega Coral Gables, 317 Miracle Mile. Sing a song and get your first shot of Cazadores Tequila on the house. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 8 at 8:30pm
Blues Jam Spectacular at Titanic
The weekly Wednesday Blues Jam at Titanic -- now celebrating 25 years -- begins with a core group of four or five musicians, then guest musicians are invited to jump in and jam. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 8 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, October 9 from 5 to 7pm
Ladies Night at Beauty and the Butcher
Ladies drink complimentary bubbles at the bar from 5 to 7pm on Thursdays at Beauty And The Butcher, 6901 Red Road. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 from 5 to 7:30pm
Ski Club Happy Hour at Fritz & Franz Bierhaus
Enjoy Happy Hour prices on fabulous food and drinks with the Miami Ski Club members and friends at Fritz & Franz Bierhaus. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 6:30pm
Sips & Shorts - Ten Minute Plays
Enjoy a  night of fast, fun, and fierce theatre as City Theatre -- renowned for its Summer Shorts Festivals -- invites you to experience a dynamic program of short plays at Pinecrest Gardens that pack a punch. This hour-long showcase features four exciting 10-minute plays, each bringing a unique story to life, performed by professional actors. After the performance, stick around for a post-reading talk with the actors to dive deeper into the works and their creative processes. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 7pm
An Evening with Zosia Mamet
Meet up at The Hub as they celebrate the release of Does This Make Me Funny? Written by Zosia Mamet, presented in partnership with Books & Books. You may know Zosia Mamet from her role as Shoshanna on Girls, or for being one of Hollywood’s original nepo babies. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 7pm
Daniel Rivero - Just Freedom
Books & Books and the Books & Books Literary Foundation are proud to present an evening with Daniel Rivero discussing Just Freedom: Inside Florida's Decades-Long Voting Rights Battle. He will be in conversation with Ana Sofia Pelaez. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 7pm
Roofman
Based on an unbelievable true story, Roofman follows Jeffrey Manchester (Channing Tatum), a former Army Ranger and struggling father who turns to robbing McDonald’s restaurants by cutting holes in their roofs, earning him the nickname: Roofman. After escaping prison, he secretly lives inside a Toys “R” Us for six months, surviving undetected while planning his next move. But when he falls for Leigh (Kirsten Dunst), a divorced mom drawn to his undeniable charm, his double life begins to unravel, setting off a compelling and suspenseful game of cat and mouse as his past closes in. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 7:20pm
Kiss of the Spider Woman
In this American musical drama film written for the screen and directed by Bill Condon, a political prisoner named Valentín shares a cell with a man named Molina. They form an unlikely bond as Molina recounts a Hollywood musical plot. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 7:30pm
Frost Jazz Vocal Ensembles - Frost Extensions, Jazz Vocal I & Jazz Vocal II
The Jazz Vocal Performance program proudly welcomes Dr. Maria Quintanilla to the Frost School of Music faculty. In her debut concert At Newman Recital Hall, Dr. Quintanilla joins all three UM vocal ensembles—JV2, JV1, and Frost Extensions -- for an unforgettable evening of vocal jazz. The program will feature arrangements of timeless jazz standards and contemporary compositions, alongside explorations into improvisation and extended vocal techniques. The concert also celebrates Dr. Quintanilla’s Peruvian heritage through original works and arrangements that highlight the fusion of traditional Latin American music with the evolving language of jazz. This performance promises a fresh, global take on vocal jazz artistry. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 7:45pm
Tron: Ares
Mankind encounters AI beings for the first time when a highly sophisticated program, Ares, leaves the digital world for a dangerous mission in the real world. Tron: Ares is directed by Joachim Rønning from a screenplay by Jesse Wigutow, based on a story by David Digilio and Wigutow. It is the third installment in the Tron series and a sequel to Tron: Legacy (2010). The film features an ensemble cast including Jared Leto, Greta Lee, Evan Peters, Jodie Turner-Smith, Hasan Minhaj, Arturo Castro, and Gillian Anderson, with Jeff Bridges reprising his role as Kevin Flynn from the previous films. Music composed by Nine Inch Nails. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 8pm
Live Jazz - Richard Bravo Jazz Trio
Grammy Award Winner Richard Bravo and his Jazz Trio are featured on Thursday evenings at Armstrong Jazz House. Made in Miami, winner of two Grammy awards, is a Latin jazz instrumental album by Camilo Valencia and Richard Bravo, featuring many guest musical appearances by Latin jazz artists including Arturo Sandoval, Milton Salcedo, and Luis Enrique. Get details online.

Thursday, October 9 at 10pm
Karaoke Thursday at Vice City Kava
Get your Karaoke game on and check out the famous $5 waffles at Vice City Kava, 2395 SW 22nd Street. Your host is Rob The Rum Guy, spinning your favorite sing-along tunes until 2am. This trendy Kava and kratom bar features a cozy atmosphere with engaging activities, plus signature tea blends, capsules, and extracts. Get details online.

Friday, October 10 at 7pm
A House of Dynamite
When a single, unattributed missile is launched at the United States, a race begins to determine who is responsible and how to respond. This American political thriller film is directed by Kathryn Bigelow and written by Noah Oppenheim. The film features an ensemble cast that includes Idris Elba, Rebecca Ferguson, Gabriel Basso, Jared Harris, Tracy Letts, Anthony Ramos, Moses Ingram, Jonah Hauer-King, Greta Lee, and Jason Clarke. Get details online.

Friday, October 10 at 7:30pm
The Best of Seraphic Fire - Vocal Ensemble Season Opener
Season 23 opens with a celebration of Seraphic Fire’s most beloved and groundbreaking contributions to the choral music canon. This concert will feature works the ensemble has commissioned throughout two decades by composers including Jake Runestad and Sydney Guillaume, along with highlights from their most popular recordings, like Alvaro Bermudez’s Padre Nuestro. Audiences have also selected a recent favorite a cappella piece to be included in the lineup. Don’t miss this unforgettable tribute to over two decades of choral excellence at St. Philip’s Episcopal, 1121 Andalusia Ave. 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.

Friday, October 10 at 8pm
The Spitfire Grill
Based on the 1996 film and newly revised in 2024, The Spitfire Grill is a heartwarming and inspirational musical about perseverance and family. Featuring a gorgeous, soulful score that blends folk and Americana, the story follows Percy, a troubled young parolee searching for a fresh start. Inspired by a page from an old travel book, she ventures to a small Wisconsin town aching with longing and regret. While working at the Spitfire Grill, Percy discovers the healing power of community, reawakening the town’s capacity for rebirth, forgiveness, and hope. Get details online.

Sat/Sun, October 11–12 from 10am to 5pm
Fairchild Orchids In October
Spend a perfect South Florida autumn day exploring Fairchild Garden during the beloved annual tradition of Orchids In October. Plant enthusiasts gather to shop, learn, and enjoy a day surrounded by some of the world’s most stunning orchids. Browse and purchase from your favorite local orchid vendors, each bringing their most vibrant and unique plants. Whether you’re adding to your own collection or searching for the perfect gift, you’ll find extraordinary orchids to take home. 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.

Sunday, October 12 at 6pm
Greater Miami Symphonic Band 47th Season Opener
The Greater Miami Symphonic Band (GMSB) will be opening its concert season with Music Director Robert Longfield, along with guest conductor Dr. Craig McKenzie at UM's Maurice Gusman Concert Hall -- a thrilling opening concert filled with powerful symphonic works and beloved band favorites. This dynamic performance will showcase the ensemble's vibrant sound and celebrate the enduring spirit of live music in Miami. Get details online.

Sunday, October 19 at 3pm
Orchestra Miami - Peter and the Wolf Meets Little Red Riding Hood
Enjoy one of the most iconic classical music pieces ever written for children -- Peter & the Wolf. What happens when Peter disobeys his grandfather and wanders into the forest alone? Find out in this symphonic fairy tale, while learning about the instruments of the orchestra. And speaking of wandering into the forest alone... enjoy Bruce Adolphe's musical take on Little Red Riding Hood -- everyone's favorite fairy tale about what happens when you don't listen to your mother. This Orchestra Miami concert is for kids of all ages and lasts approximately one hour. Always free parking at Pinecrest Gardens. Get details online.

Friday, October 24 from 6 to 9pm
Friends of Gables High 75th Celebration
Reflecting on the year 1950 as the beginning of Coral Gables High School, the Friends of Coral Gables will host a 75th anniversary event at the school (450 Bird Road) from 6 to 9pm celebrating tradition, spirits and community with a pep rally and campus tours. This is a free event open to all school families, alumni, friends and neighbors. Get details online.

Tuesday, October 28 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 "What Makes a Hammock a Hotspot? Migratory Bird Habitat Preferences in Urban Miami" - Noah Frade. Come early or stay late to enjoy refreshments, socialize and browse the merchandise and raffle tables. The raffle follows the program. 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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