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

the homes on Gables Estates' Casuarina Concourse enjoy spectacular views of Biscayne Bay as well as Coconut Grove, Brickell and Key Biscayne

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Sunday, November 23 is National Espresso Day. Meaning "quick in time" Espresso is made fresh on the spot with freshly ground coffee beans.

Wednesday, November 26 is National Cake Day. For generations, cakes have been presented at celebrations, for a shared sweet experience, or for making occasions feel special and memorable. 

Thursday, November 27 -- the fourth Thursday of November is Thanksgiving Day, a federal holiday, a time for considering all our blessings, a day of parades and gatherings, and a long weekend of family gatherings and feasting.

Friday, November 28, the day after Thanksgiving is known as Black Friday and is considered the official kick-off for holiday shopping. Retailers across the country slash prices, offer doorbuster deals on popular big-ticket items, and often open in the wee hours of the morning to extend early bird specials.

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

Thursday, November 20
Give Miami Day
It's an online fundraising event for over 1,000 nonprofits in Greater Miami. Give Miami Day is your chance to witness the overwhelming generosity of our community and an opportunity for every person to play a role in shaping a Greater Miami that we are proud to call home. Get details online.

Now Through Sunday, November 23
Miami Book Fair Festival
Held at the Wolfson Campus of Miami Dade College in Downtown Miami from Nov. 16-23, 2025, the 42nd annual Book Fair is a chance to meet hundreds of authors, explore panels, and spark your imagination. Family-friendly fun, new reads, and big ideas; all at this year’s Book Fair. The event features over 550 authors from more than 35 countries, with programming in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Highlights include  a street fair with hundreds of exhibitors, and a dedicated Children's Alley. Get details online.

Thursday, November 20 at 6pm
Flavors Beyond Borders at THesis Hotel
Attend an evening of culinary artistry, music, and purpose -- featuring Grammy Award–winning artist Shaggy. A Night of Culinary Excellence -- an exclusive benefit event supporting the Inmerso Foundation and their mission to empower communities through hospitality, education, and purpose. Champagne, caviar bumps, signature cocktails, and amuse-bouche with live music along the Paseo, are followed by a multi-course menu by CIA rising stars and renowned chefs. The evening's entertainment is headlined by Shaggy, with walk-around magician Chad Long, concluding at Ivy Rooftop Garden for cigars, cocktails, dueling DJs, and live percussion. Get details online.

Thursday, November 20 at 6pm
Vinos at The Plaza
Attend the annual wine auction benefitting the Coral Gables Community Foundation at The Plaza, 2811 Ponce de Leon Blvd, 7th Floor. Proceeds benefit the Foundation's robust scholarship and grant-making programs. Presented by Evensky & Katz / Foldes Wealth Management. Bottles start pouring at 6pm. Get details online.

Thursday, November 20 at 8pm
Titanic: The Musical at Ring Theatre
Epic and majestic, Titanic: The Musical captures the triumph and tragedy of the hopeful passengers on the ill-fated Ship of Dreams, featuring breathtaking music and captivating stories. Based on the real people aboard the most legendary ship in the world, Titanic: The Musical is a stirring portrait of the passengers on board the "unsinkable ship" and the tragedy that followed. With a soaring score by Maury Yeston and book by Peter Stone, the original Broadway production won five Tony Awards including Best Musical, Best Score, and Best Book. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 9:30am
Coral Gables Development Review Committee
The committee meets at 427 Biltmore Way, First Floor Conference Room. The Development Review Process Handbook explains Planning and Zoning Division development review processes and other administrative functions. View the agenda (PDF) and get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 10am
Thanksgiving Turkey Drive at South Dade Government Center
Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins is proud to announce the District 8 Thanksgiving Turkey Drive, taking place at the South Dade Government Center, Parking Lot E, 10710 SW 211 Street. This annual event brings the community together to ensure that families in need can enjoy a warm, joyful Thanksgiving meal. Meals will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, and residents are encouraged to arrive early. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 10:30am
Furry Tales - Reading with Avi
Kids can read their favorite stories alongside Avi the Poodle. Reading aloud to a registered therapy dog helps improve literacy skills and boost confidence. Bring your own book or choose from the library's collection. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 5 to 12 years old. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 from 6 to 10pm
NightGarden at Fairchild
Celebrate the holidays at Fairchild’s Very Merry Garden with festive activities, Santa visits, and fun for the whole family through January 11. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 6pm
Fontana’s White Truffle Experience - 4-Course Dinner Tasting
Each winter, beneath the ancient oaks of Alba in Italy’s Piedmont region, a rare culinary treasure is unearthed -- the white truffle. Coveted for its exquisite scent, delicate yet intoxicating and its distinctive marbled surface of ivory and gold, the white truffle imparts an unparalleled depth of flavor: buttery, garlicky, and luxuriously earthy. Revered by chefs and connoisseurs alike, its rarity and short season make it one of the most sought-after ingredients in the world. The White Truffle Experience at Fontana celebrates this fleeting indulgence through a four-course dinner menu designed to showcase its elegance in every form. Each dish invites you to savor the essence of northern Italy, where time, terroir, and tradition converge in one of gastronomy’s most extraordinary pleasures. Available throughout the month of December. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 6pm
Scores for the Silver Screen at Cosford Cinema
Cosford Theater is hosting Scores for the Silver Screen, their annual celebration of student filmmaking and original music, brought to life by a live orchestra -- a unique collaborative process. Composers spend two weeks creating original scores tailored specifically to their assigned films, followed by intensive rehearsals with a 12-piece chamber orchestra made up of Frost musicians. At the festival, every note is performed live in real time, fully synchronized to the films on the Cosford screen. Admission is free. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 6:30pm
Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles
Discover the music of The Beatles at Pinecrest Gardens under the gentle glow of candlelight. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 7pm
UM Volleyball vs Duke Blue Devils
The UM Women's Volleyball team hosts the Duke Blue Devils at the UM's Knight Sports Complex. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 7:15pm
Rental Family
A lonely, down and out American actor living in Tokyo (Brendan Fraser) starts working for a Japanese rental family company to play various stand-in roles in other people's lives. Along the way, he discovers unexpected joys within his built-in family. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 7:25pm
Jay Kelly
The new film from Academy Award nominee Noah Baumbach, Jay Kelly follows famous movie actor Jay Kelly (George Clooney) and his devoted manager Ron (Adam Sandler) as they embark on a whirlwind and unexpectedly profound journey through Europe. Along the way, both men are forced to confront the choices they've made, the relationships with their loved ones, and the legacies they’ll leave behind. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 8pm
Left on Tenth
Adapted from Delia Ephron’s bestselling memoir, this inspiring story is about love rediscovered and the thrill of new beginnings. When a chance email reconnects two people from the past, a surprising and transformative romance unfolds. Brimming with Ephron’s signature charm, the play is a celebration of resilience, connection, and the possibility of rewriting your story at any age. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 8pm
If You See Something
Ali, an Iraqi doctor seeking asylum falls for Katie, an emerging New York gallerist and they begin a new romance together. When disturbing news from Baghdad comes back to haunt Ali in the midst of his asylum process, Ali becomes increasingly torn between the new life he’s starting with Katie and the life he left behind. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 at 8pm
Man of La Mancha
The musical that opened Actors’ Playhouse in its Kendall location and again at the Miracle Theatre, Man of La Mancha returns to celebrate the company’s 30th anniversary at the Miracle Theatre. One of the world’s most popular and enduring musicals, Man of La Mancha is inspired by Miguel de Cervantes’ 17th-century masterpiece Don Quixote and set during the Spanish Inquisition. Cervantes, imprisoned and awaiting trial, leads his fellow inmates in a play-within-a-play that tells the story of Alonso Quijana, an aging man who imagines himself as the knight Don Quixote and sets out on a quest to right all wrongs in the world. Featuring a stirring, Spanish-inflected score with beloved songs like "The Impossible Dream," "I, Don Quixote," "Dulcinea," "I Really Like Him," and "Little Bird," this five-time Tony Award-winning musical is a moving tribute to hope, imagination, and the power of dreams. Get details online.

Friday, November 21 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, November 22 at 7:30am
Audubon - Larry and Penny Thompson Park Birding
Brian Rapoza will lead this half-day Tropical Audubon Society trip to Larry and Penny Thompson Park, located south of ZooMiami. The park entrance is at the intersection of SW 184 Street and SW 127 Avenue. Meet at 7:30am in the parking area on the west side of the park’s lake. Get details online.

Saturday, November 22 at 10:30am
Alla Prima Series: Painting Autumnal Pumpkins with Carlos Gallostra
Visit Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden to capture the fall season with all its character in this workshop focused on being loose and purposeful with your painting style. The workshop, designed for beginners and advanced alike, will help take your paintings to the next level by challenging you to create works in a direct and expressive manner in one sitting. Working from references, the student will simplify complex compositions and develop a painterly reproduction in oil or acrylic paint. Under the guidance of Carlos Gallostra, you will gain a greater comprehension of the media, color theory and design. All levels are welcome. Get details online.

Saturday, November 22 at noon
The Librarians
Film and Q&A Event with director Kim Snyder in-person. Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities. In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQIA+ stories -- triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of a large-scale coordinated extremist movement fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work -- the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale. Get details online.

Saturday, November 22 at 1pm
Introduction to Coding with Scratch
Learn the basics of coding with Scratch, an interactive coding language, at Coconut Grove Library Create your own games and animations while mastering the basics of programming in this peer-to-peer workshop. Laptops provided for each participant. Registration is required. Call 305-442-8695 or email: hernandezje@mdpls.org. Age 8 to 16 years old. Get details online.

Saturday, November 22 at 7pm
From Berlin to Broadway
Orchestra Miami proudly presents From Berlin to Broadway with Kurt Weill, a captivating musical revue at Sanctuary Of The Arts that honors the life and legacy of one of the 20th century's most influential composers. The revue features over 40 of Weill's iconic songs, with timeless classics from The Threepenny Opera, Lady in the Dark, Lost in the Stars, and more—including favorites like Mack the Knife, September Song, Surabaya Johnny, My Ship, Speak Low, Lonely House and The Saga of Jenny. Get details online.

Saturday, November 22 at 7:45pm
Train Dreams
Based on the beloved novella by Denis Johnson, Train Dreams is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier (Golden Globe-nominee Joel Edgerton), whose life unfolds during an era of unprecedented change in early 20th century America. Orphaned at a young age, Robert grows into adulthood among the towering forests of the Pacific Northwest, where he helps expand the nation’s railroad empire alongside men as unforgettable as the landscapes they inhabit. After a tender courtship, he marries Gladys (Academy Award-nominee Felicity Jones) and they build a home together, though his work often takes him far from her and their young daughter. When his life takes an unexpected turn, Robert finds beauty, brutality and newfound meaning for the forests and trees he has felled. Get details online.

Saturday, November 22 at 10pm
The Long Goodbye
Elliott Gould gives one of his best performances as a quirky, mischievous Philip Marlowe in this fascinating and original send-up of Raymond Chandler’s classic detective story from maverick filmmaker Robert Altman. Co-starring Nina van Pallandt, Sterling Hayden, Mark Rydell, and Henry Gibson, with a screenplay by Leigh Brackett, The Long Goodbye is a gloriously inspired subversion of the film noir genre with the "sun-baked Sodom" of 1970s Hollywood as its backdrop. Get details online.

Sunday, November 23 at 10:30am
Miami Friends Meeting
You're welcome to attend the weekly Miami Friends Meeting of the Religious Society of Friends, known to most people as Quakers. Their faith and practices are based on the belief that every person has a divine spark, often called the Inner Light, which is available to guide one towards doing what is right. The group meets at 1185 Sunset Drive. Get details online.

Sunday, November 23 at 1pm
Family and Me Painting Class: Pumpkins with Art and Juice
Visit Fairchild Garden for a fun and educational painting session inspired by autumnal pumpkins. Led by Raquel Torrent of Art and Juice, this class introduces easy and enjoyable techniques to help your family capture the beautiful essence of winter squash on canvas. Get details online.

Sunday, November 23 at 1pm
UM Men's Basketball hosts Delaware State Hornets
The University of Miami Hurricanes Men's Basketball hosts the Delaware State Hornets at Watsco Center. Get details online.

Sunday, November 23 at 1pm
UM Volleyball vs North Carolina
The UM Women's Volleyball team hosts the North Carolina Tar Heels at the UM's Knight Sports Complex. Get details online.

Monday, November 24 at 2pm
Pumpkin Challah Baking in the Air Fryer
In time for your Thanksgiving meal, Chef Chany Stolik has an in-person demonstration to teach you how to shape, season, and bake a moist and spiced pumpkin challah using nothing but your trusty air fryer. In one delightful session, you will master a modern twist on a traditional favorite and enjoy the warm aroma of autumn baking in real time. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 12 years and older. Get details online.

Monday, November 24 at 5pm
Half Priced Wine on Monday
The entire wine list is half off on Mondays at Beauty And The Butcher. Try the Langlois-Chateau Sancerre or the Talbott, Sleepy Hollow Chardonnay from Santa Lucia, California. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 25 at 11am
Schnitzel Tuesday at Fritz And Franz Bierhaus
Meet up with friends at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus for the Tuesday Schnitzel Special all day long; and Wednesday to Friday during lunch from 11am to 3pm. Fritz And Franz Bierhaus offers authentic German and Bavarian cuisine, a fantastic selection of imported beer on tap (order Das Boot size if you dare). There's a fine selection of wine and a full liquor bar with cocktails. Try the oven roasted pork shank weekly specials, the gourmet burgers, the brats, Swabian käsespätzle pasta, the Rib-Eye Steak Au Poivre, and the best German potato salad in South Florida. After the meal, try a shot of schnapps or honey liqueur. The outdoor plaza is an ideal setting for gatherings. Call 305-774-1883. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 25 at 5pm
Coral Gables Movie Night - Here
Enjoy a movie at the Coral Gables Library. Reuniting the director, writer and stars of Forrest Gump, here is an original film about multiple families and a special place they inhabit. The story of Here travels through generations, capturing the most relatable of human experiences. The film stars Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, Paul Bettany, and Kelly Reilly, with digital de-aging via generative artificial intelligence being used on much of the cast to have them portray their characters over time. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 25 at 7pm
Andrew Furman - The World That We Are
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with Andrew Furman discussing The World That We Are. In 1837, a young Henry David Thoreau sets out to lead an extraordinary life in Concord, Massachusetts, combating formidable obstacles. Meanwhile, David Hertzog, a Thoreau scholar in present-day Maine, embarks on a reflective journey in the autumn of his life upon the unexpected return of his estranged daughter. Alternating between these two timelines, The World That We Are delves into enduring themes of love, family, the quest for meaningful work, and the search for a true home in the spinning cosmos. This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase the night of the event. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 25 at 7:30pm
Dade Chapter Florida Native Plant Society
The Dade Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society meets at Pinecrest Gardens for their monthly meeting with a program speaker. Come early or stay late to enjoy refreshments, socialize and browse the merchandise and raffle tables. The raffle follows the program. Get details online.

Tuesday, November 25 at 7:30pm
Mikesgiving Comedy at Titanic
Enjoy a night of holiday theme comedy at Titanic BrewPub with Mike Menendez and friends. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 26 at 10am
Silver Screen Mornings - Key Largo
Start off your morning by watching a classic movie at the Coral Gables Library. Key Largo is a 1948 American film noir crime drama directed by John Huston and starring Humphrey Bogart, Edward G. Robinson, Lionel Barrymore and Lauren Bacall -- an adaptation of the Maxwell Anderson play about a war-weary World War II vet forced into a confrontation with the nervous, sadistic mobster who is holding the occupants of a Florida hotel hostage during a hurricane. Claire Trevor won a Supporting Actress Oscar as the gangster's drunken moll. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 26 at 2pm
UM Volleyball vs NC State Wolf Pack
The UM Women's Volleyball team hosts the NC State Wolf Pack at the UM's Knight Sports Complex. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 26 from 4 to 7pm
JohnMartin's Drinksgiving
Enjoy half-priced Irish Whiskey, Prosecco, wine and JohnMartin's Lager, with a live DJ. Get details online.

Wednesday, November 26 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, November 27 from 10am to 10pm
Thanksgiving Brunch and Dinner at Fontana
Savor Italian-inspired cuisine with the soothing sounds of flowing water and the charm of Mediterranean architecture. From 10am to 2pm, The Biltmore’s Grand Thanksgiving Brunch is served. From 6 to 10pm, reserved your place at Fontana’s Thanksgiving Dinner. Get details online.

Thursday, November 27 from 11am to 8pm
Thanksgiving at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar
This Thanksgiving, bring the family to Fleming's to enjoy a 2-Course Menu featuring a choice of Filet Mignon, USDA Prime Bone-In Ribeye, or traditional Mixed-Herb Roasted Turkey Breast. Begin with a starter, then pair your entrée with savory housemade stuffing and shareable sides including mashed potatoes, green beans with apricots and onions and cinnamon orange cranberry sauce. Get details online.

Thursday, November 27 from noon to 10pm
Thanksgiving Brunch and Dinner at Americana Kitchen
Gather at Americana Kitchen at Lowes Coral Gables Hotel, where culinary artistry meets heartfelt tradition this Thanksgiving. Enjoy a festive buffet or elegant three-course dinner -- crafted to honor the spirit of the day. Brunch is served from noon to 4:30pm. Dinner is served from 5:30 to 10pm. Get details online.

Thursday, November 27 from 4pm to close
Thanksgiving at Beauty And The Butcher
Enjoy a luxurious rendition of the traditional Thanksgiving meal featuring herb marinated turkey breast; Yukon whipped potatoes; sautéed green beans; Grand Marnier cranberry jam; and black pepper gravy. Then, indulge in fabulous desserts made just for the occasion. Get details online.

Thursday, November 26 at 6:30pm
Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery
Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) returns for his most dangerous case yet in the third and darkest chapter of Rian Johnson’s murder mystery opus. When young priest Jud Duplenticy (Josh O’Connor) is sent to assist charismatic firebrand Monsignor Jefferson Wicks (Josh Brolin), it’s clear that all is not well in the pews. Wicks’s modest-but-devoted flock includes devout church lady Martha Delacroix (Glenn Close), circumspect groundskeeper Samson Holt (Thomas Haden Church), tightly-wound lawyer Vera Draven, Esq. (Kerry Washington), aspiring politician Cy Draven (Daryl McCormack), town doctor Nat Sharp (Jeremy Renner), best-selling author Lee Ross (Andrew Scott), and concert cellist Simone Vivane (Cailee Spaeny). After a sudden and seemingly impossible murder rocks the town, the lack of an obvious suspect prompts local police chief Geraldine Scott (Mila Kunis) to join forces with renowned detective Benoit Blanc to unravel a mystery that defies all logic. Academy Award-nominated filmmaker Rian Johnson writes and directs Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, and assembles another all-star, award-winning cast. Get details online.

Thursday, November 27 at 8pm
Hamnet
Academy Award winner Chloé Zhao directs Hamnet, based on Maggie O’Farrell’s 2020 New York Times bestselling novel. William Shakespeare and his wife, Agnes, celebrate the birth of their son, Hamnet. However, when tragedy strikes and Hamnet dies at a young age, it inspires Shakespeare to write his timeless masterpiece Hamlet. Academy Award nominees Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal star in the film alongside Academy Award nominee Emily Watson and Joe Alwyn and produced by Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg and Sam Mendes. Get details online.

Saturday, December 6 at 9:30am
Villagers’ 40th Annual Holiday House Tour
RSVP in advance for the 40th Annual Villagers’ Holiday House Tour -- a stroll through Coconut Grove highlighting early and contemporary private homes, as well as a collection of restored historic sites. The tour is designed to be a walking tour with all stops within a one-mile radius. Free parking and tour check-in will be at Carrollton School (3747 Main Hwy), and a complimentary shuttle will also be available. Villager members will be on hand to explain the distinctive history and features of each location. The holiday gift boutique will be located at Davis Hall on the grounds of Plymouth Congregational Church. Get details online.

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