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

the classic Mediterranean theme fountains of Coral Gables offer artistic elements along the picturesque roadways

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Sunday, December 14 is the beginning of Chanukah on the Jewish calendar, a celebration lasting eight days.

Monday, December 15 is Bill Of Rights Day. According to the National Archives, “The Constitution might never have been ratified if the framers had not promised to add a Bill of Rights. The first ten amendments to the Constitution gave citizens more confidence in the new government and contain many of American's most valued freedoms.”

Sunday, December 21 is the Winter Solstice, marking the shortest day north of the equator and the longest day in the south, as the sun reaches the southernmost latitude all year.

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

Save The Date
Sunday, December 14 at 4pm
Winter Dreams: A Holiday Soirée — Opera, Broadway & Seasonal Favorites
Prepare to be swept away by an afternoon of musical magic as three extraordinary artists -- Miami’s own Amanda Crider, acclaimed baritone Jonathan Beyer, and award-winning pianist and MCMS Artistic Director Marina Radiushina -- join forces for a festive celebration of the season. Amanda Crider is best known locally for her leadership of IlluminArts and performances with Seraphic Fire and the New World Symphony. Jonathan Beyer brings a distinguished international career -- with appearances at major opera houses and symphonies -- to our stage. Marina Radiushina, beloved as both performer and director, brings depth, artistry, and elegance to the keyboard. In a delightful twist, both singers are also accomplished pianists and will accompany one another throughout much of the evening -- trading roles with playful artistry. Marina Radiushina joins them for select numbers, and the trio comes together for several duets and a dazzling finale of six-hand piano fun. The program moves seamlessly from luminous art songs by Bridge, Clara Schumann, Sibelius, and Dvořák, to sparkling opera scenes by Strauss, Bellini, and Rossini, to witty Broadway and cabaret favorites -- including Tom Lehrer’s cheeky humor -- and finally, a warmhearted set of holiday classics that will leave you smiling. After the concert, everyone is invited to enjoy complimentary refreshments and snacks, and to meet the musicians in a relaxed and joyful reception setting. The event takes place at Sanctuary of the Arts, 410 Andalusia Ave. Get details online.

Now through December 30 from 6:30 to 10pm
Zoo Lights Miami
For a limited time only, Zoo Miami is opening after dark for an unforgettable holiday spectacle. Wander through a wild wonderland glowing with over a million dazzling lights, and a 26-foot-tall LED holiday tree, while enjoying festive music, tasty holiday treats, and surprise encounters along the way. Dont miss Jingle Paws & Santa Claws -- a brand new animal presentation at the Sami Family Amphitheater. Zoo Lights Miami continues through December 30. Get details online.

Thursday, December 11 at 6:30pm
Film Screening of The Chess Player at the Museum
Attend a special screening of The Chess Player, the Spanish drama directed by Luis Oliveros that explores a powerful story of courage, resilience, and the role of chess as a lifeline during times of war. This gathering will bring together distinguished figures from Miami’s diplomatic, cultural, audiovisual, social, and political spheres. Get details online.

Thursday, December 11 at 8pm
Stolen Kingdom
Attend this film and Q&A event with director Joshua Bailey in-person. Stolen Kingdom is a documentary that delves into the history of mischief, scandal, and theft at Walt Disney World, ultimately leading to the theft of an animatronic valued at nearly half a million dollars. The film features key figures from the park’s underground exploration community, each sharing their unique stories. As the narrative unfolds, early pranks and antics are shown to have inspired more recent crimes, culminating in a true crime mystery. What begins as a tale of friendship and passion ends with one lingering question: Who stole Buzzy? Get details online.

Friday, December 12 through January 4
Very Merry Garden at Fairchild
Celebrate the holidays at Fairchild’s Very Merry Garden with festive activities, Santa visits, and fun for the whole family. Get details online.

Friday, December 12 at 9:30am
Social Security 101 - Your Questions Answered
Have questions about retirement, Medicare and more? Meet a Social Security Administration representative at the Coral Gables Library who will answer your questions about this important program. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Friday, December 12 at 6pm
The French Horn Collective
The Barnacle on Biscayne Bay welcomes The French Horn Collective, performing a fusion of diverse musical styles. Based on Gypsy Jazz, and some New Orleans and Latin world music Influences, the band mixes some classic French Standards and Original French Compositions with a hot swing rhythm, often mixed with some electro sound and Miami Latin classic bolero heritage. Get details online.

Friday, December 12 from 6 to 9pm
Nights Of Lights - Grinch Special Appearance
Experience an enchanting winter wonderland at Pinecrest Gardens, featuring new light shows and displays -- a magical world of twinkling lights, festive treats, Santa sightings, a Holiday Bazaar, storytime, live performances in the historic Banyan Bowl, and more. Enjoy the East Coast H O Exhibitors Society Train Display and the Grinch Special Appearance. Get details online.

Friday, December 12 at 7pm
Susan Orlean - Joyride: A Memoir
The Books & Books Literary Foundation is proud to present an evening with Susan Orlean discussing Joyride: A Memoir. Infused with Orlean’s signature warmth and wit, Joyride is a must-read for anyone who hungers to start, build, and sustain a creative life. Orlean inspires us to seek out daily inspiration and rediscover the marvels that surround us. Tickets are required. Get details online.

Friday, December 12 at 7:30pm
Mistletoe & Martinis at the Deering Estate
The Deering Estate Foundation will host its 8th-annual Mistletoe & Martinis, a signature holiday event with a twist of steampunk theme fantasy – Steam, Sparkle & Spirits. Amid flickering lanterns and brass-bound revelry, toast the season with specialty martinis, live entertainment, and a dash of Victorian intrigue. Dress to impress -- corsets, cravats, and clockwork welcome. Enjoy an evening of strolling the estate, enjoying lavish hors d'oeuvres, delicious martinis and cocktails, exquisite sweets, and a variety of live music and entertainment provided by Vic Kingsley & World Island Caribbean Sounds while admiring the beautiful holiday lights and exploring the lavishly decorated Richmond Cottage. Get details online.

Friday, December 12 at 7:30pm
Holiday Celebration Through the Americas
Solange Merdinian leads an extraordinary lineup of guest artists from across the Americas for an unforgettable musical journey at Sanctuary Of The Arts celebrating the richness, spirit, and musical traditions of our continent. This special holiday program weaves together original compositions, beloved classics, and seasonal favorites, showcasing the rhythms, stories, and rich colors that define the Americas from North to South. Get details online.

Friday, December 12 at 8pm
La Grazia
From Academy and BAFTA award–winning filmmaker Paolo Sorrentino, La Grazia is a sweeping exploration of love, duty, and personal freedom. Toni Servillo --- winner of the Best Actor Award at the 2025 Venice Film Festival -- stars as Italy’s outgoing president, Mariano De Santis, navigating moral and personal crossroads with the help of his confidante and daughter, Dorotea (Anna Ferzetti). With Sorrentino’s signature poetic vision and an evocative soundtrack, this heartfelt masterwork is an intimate meditation on fatherhood, conscience, and the enduring question: who owns our days? Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 from 10am to 1pm
Story-Time and Photos with Santa at Deering
Santa Claus is coming to town and he is visiting the Deering Estate. Enjoy story-time with Santa’s elves and photos with Santa (for an additional fee) and holiday arts and crafts activities. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 10am
Pancakes and Pajamas
Make these holidays extra memorable with an enchanting family breakfast in the Fountain Room at the Coral Gables Golf & Country Club featuring a special guest appearance by Santa who will bring each child a special little gift to take home, plenty of photo opportunities to get those last-minute holiday family pictures in, pancake and buffet breakfast stations, cookie decorating activities and more. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 1pm
Homemade Gelato Workshop
Attend a hands-on gelato workshop focused on achieving the classic texture and balanced flavor that define real Italian gelato. You’ll learn how to work with the essential ratios of fat, sugar, and stabilizers, and how each choice shapes the final result. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 1pm
The Metropolitan Opera: Andrea Chénier
Giordano’s passionate tragedy stars tenor Piotr Beczała as the virtuous poet who falls victim to the intrigue and violence of the French Revolution. Following their celebrated recent partnership in Giordano’s Fedora in the 2022–23 Live in HD season, Beczała reunites with soprano Sonya Yoncheva as Chénier’s aristocratic lover, Maddalena di Coigny, with baritone Igor Golovatenko as Carlo Gérard, the agent of the Reign of Terror who seals their fates. Met Principal Guest Conductor Daniele Rustioni takes the podium to lead Nicolas Joël’s gripping staging, transmitted live from the Met stage. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 1:30pm
Winter In Sokcho
This screening be followed by a live virtual Q&A session with director Koya Kamura and lead actress Bella Kim. In Sokcho, a small seaside village in South Korea, Soo-Ha, 25, lives in a bit of a rut, rhythmed by visits to her mother, a fishmonger, and her relationship with her boyfriend, Jun-Ho. When a French man named Yan Kerrand arrives in the boarding house where Soo-Ha works, it awakens within her questions about her own identity, and that of her French father, of whom she knows almost nothing. As winter settles over the town, Soo-Ha and Kerrand will observe and gauge each other, trying to communicate any way they can -- through cooking for one and drawing for the other -- delicately weaving a fragile bond between them. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 from 1:30 to 6pm
Family Day On Aragon at the Museum
Families are invited to enjoy a full day of art and culture with free admission to all museum galleries, featuring recently opened exhibitions ready to explore, including creative workshops for children, teen-led artmaking sessions, an interactive percussion experience with Brenda Navarrete, and a festive holiday performance by the Play Together Ensemble. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 2pm
Making Miami: The Historic Rise of the Magic City with Larry Samuel
The Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade historical society is pleased to welcome Larry Samuel for a program about local South Florida History -- Making Miami: The Historic Rise of the Magic City. This book takes a deep dive into the development of Greater Miami from the 1920s right up to today, showing that it has been real estate that has consistently driven the growth of the Magic City. A number of other important topics are addressed, including the expansion of a transportation and infrastructural network; tourism; threats to the natural ecosystem from residential, recreational, and industrial development; and issues of race, class, ethnicity, immigration, and nationality. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 2pm
A Christmas Carol, The Musical
Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre presents A Christmas Carol, The Musical. The Charles Dickens classic takes a musical turn in this festive holiday favorite. Tiny Tim and the entire Cratchit family join three unearthly spirits in trying to convince Ebenezer Scrooge to change his Bah Humbug ways. This fabulous musical adaptation written especially for family audiences will warm your heart as it reveals the true meaning of the holidays. The play continues on Saturdays through December 20. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 from 2 to 8pm
Christmas Market at The Plaza
Celebrate the joy of the holidays at The Plaza, Coral Gables. Stroll through an open-air market filled with a curated selection of local vendors. Soak in the festive Christmas atmosphere filled with lights, music and cheer. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 from 6 to 9pm
A Night with Santa Paws
Celebrate the magic of the season on Giralda Plaza during A Night with Santa Paws, with festive music, holiday photos with Santa Paws, pet-friendly vendors, raffles, and heartwarming dog adoptions. Bring your family, friends, and furry companions for an evening full of joy, community, and Christmas cheer. Get details online.

Saturday December 13 at 7:30pm
Winter Whispers
Attend a special program combining Zarzuela, Opera, and Musica di Camara. An evocative production, Winter Whispers at Sanctuary Of The Arts blends frosted landescapes with unspoken secrets and haunting melodies. Experience a selection of musical pieces that express the feeling of this time of the year, both literal and metaphorical, spanning different eras and styles. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 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. The play continues until December 21. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 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. The play continues until December 21. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 8pm
Parranda Navideña
Experience A Puerto Rican Christmas Celebration -- the joy and energy of a traditional Puerto Rican Christmas with Chino Nuñez and his orchestra, bringing the rhythms of salsa, mambo, merengue, and cha-cha to this holiday performance, set against the vibrant Nights of Lights experience at Pinecrest Gardens. Admission to the concert includes entry to the holiday lights festival. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 9pm
Red Road Band at Titanic BrewPub
Catch the return of the Red Road Band at Titanic Brewpub, performing live with Classic Rock, Progressive Rock, Technical Rock, and Dance music on stage. Get details online.

Saturday, December 13 at 10pm
Edward Scissorhands - 35th Anniversary
A teenaged Tim Burton, feeling isolated and unable to communicate with others, drew a man with long, sharp blades for fingers. Decades later, Johnny Depp brought that man to life in Burton’s leather-clad 1990 dark fantasy Edward Scissorhands. An eccentric inventor (Vincent Price) assembles a synthetic young man with all the necessary ingredients but one: a pair of hands. After fitting him with temporary, scissor-like phalanges, the kindly inventor dies, leaving his creation alone in the world. But when local Avon lady Peg (Dianne Weist) takes pity on him, she brings him into her life where the man -- dubbed Edward -- begins to fall in love with Peg’s daughter, Kim (Winona Ryder). What follows is a lot of misunderstandings and fear of the unknown -- but dashed with hope and love. Get details online.

Sunday, December 14 - all day
Homestead Christmas Bird Count
Tropical Audubon Society's annual event is coordinated by Carlos Sanchez. The assistance of backyard bird counters within the count circle is also needed. Get details online.

Sunday, December 14 at 1:30pm
Festival of Lights Chanukah Celebration
Attend the annual Festival of Lights Chanukah Celebration at Ponce Circle Park, 2800 Ponce de Leon Blvd. The celebration features the lighting of the menorah, a fire truck parade, a chocolate gelt drop and tasty seasonal treats. The public event is for both children and adults and will offer live musical entertainment, rock climbing wall, ninja obstacle course, 360 photo booth, Chanukah crafts, face painting and balloon art, train rides and toddler play center, basketball toss, hot potato latkes, traditional Chanukah doughnuts and other holiday treats. This free event is open to the public. Participants who RSVP for this event will receive a free gift. Get details and RSVP online.

Sunday, December 14 at 3pm
Junior Orange Bowl Holiday Parade
The Junior Orange Bowl Parade returns to the streets of Coral Gables once again. Miracle on the Mile: A Holiday Parade and Celebration will feature floats, bands, performers and more than 2,000 youth community group participants. Get details online.

Sunday, December 14 at 4pm
Winter Dreams: A Holiday Soirée — Opera, Broadway & Seasonal Favorites
Prepare to be swept away by an afternoon of musical magic as three extraordinary artists -- Miami’s own Amanda Crider, acclaimed baritone Jonathan Beyer, and award-winning pianist and MCMS Artistic Director Marina Radiushina -- join forces for a festive celebration of the season. Amanda Crider is best known locally for her leadership of IlluminArts and performances with Seraphic Fire and the New World Symphony. Jonathan Beyer brings a distinguished international career -- with appearances at major opera houses and symphonies -- to our stage. Marina Radiushina, beloved as both performer and director, brings depth, artistry, and elegance to the keyboard. In a delightful twist, both singers are also accomplished pianists and will accompany one another throughout much of the evening -- trading roles with playful artistry. Marina Radiushina joins them for select numbers, and the trio comes together for several duets and a dazzling finale of six-hand piano fun. The program moves seamlessly from luminous art songs by Bridge, Clara Schumann, Sibelius, and Dvořák, to sparkling opera scenes by Strauss, Bellini, and Rossini, to witty Broadway and cabaret favorites -- including Tom Lehrer’s cheeky humor -- and finally, a warmhearted set of holiday classics that will leave you smiling. After the concert, everyone is invited to enjoy complimentary refreshments and snacks, and to meet the musicians in a relaxed and joyful reception setting. The event takes place at Sanctuary of the Arts, 410 Andalusia Ave. Get details online.

Sunday, December 14 at 6pm
Jean-François LeJeune - The Other Rome: Building the Modern Metropolis 1870–1960
Books & Books presents an evening with Jean-François LeJeune, the author of The Other Rome: Building the Modern Metropolis 1870–1960. This richly illustrated book explores the evolution of the Eternal City beyond its ancient core -- revealing the beauty, history, and humanity of Rome’s modern neighborhoods through architecture, design, and film. A conversation, Q&A, and signing will follow. Get details online.

Sunday, December 14 at 6pm
GMSB - A Celebration of Hanukkah & Christmas
Enjoy Greater Miami Symphonic Band's festive musical journey that brings the warmth, wonder, and joy of the season to life, featuring a dazzling blend of beloved traditions, cherished carols, and symphonic showstoppers performed under the direction of two extraordinary conductors. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, or simply love great holiday music, this concert at Maurice Gusman Concert Hall promises an unforgettable evening of celebration, community, and seasonal cheer. Bring your family, bring your friends—and let the music of the season fill your heart. Get details online.

Monday, December 15 at 1:30pm
Coconut Grove Book Club
Discover new stories, share your thoughts, and connect with fellow book lovers. The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store is a novel by American writer James McBride. It was released in 2023 to critical success. The novel tells the story of Black and Jewish residents of the Chicken Hill neighborhood of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, in the 1920s and '30s. As the novel unfolds, it becomes clear how much the people of Chicken Hill have to struggle to survive at the margins of white Christian America and how damaging bigotry, hypocrisy, and deceit can be to a community. Call or email: hernandezje@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, December 16 at 10am
Ikebana Society Monthly Meeting
Join the members of the Ikebana Society as they demonstrate their skill and share their love of Ikebana with the motto: Friendship through Flowers. The art of Ikebana uses carefully selected blossoms, greenery and other flora, with formal display according to strict rules, to convey a specific feeling or emotion to an observer -- just as a painting or sculpture might. The group meets on the third Tuesday of every month at Pinecrest Gardens. Get details online.

Tuesday, December 16 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, December 16 at 5pm
Howard The Duck
In this 1986 comed -- based on the comic book character -- Howard the Duck is suddenly beamed from Duckworld, a planet of intelligent ducks with arms and legs, to Earth, where he lands in Cleveland. There he saves rocker Beverly (Lea Thompson) from thugs and forms a friendship with her. She introduces him to Phil (Tim Robbins), who works at a lab with scientist Dr. Jenning (Jeffrey Jones). When the doctor attempts to return Howard to his world, Jenning instead transfers an evil spirit into his own body. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Tuesday, December 16 at 7pm
International Holiday Concert at Gables Museum
The German Consulate General together with the Istituto Italiano di Cultura and the Società Dante Alighieri cordially invite you and a guest for a Holiday Concert in the Community Room of the Coral Gables Museum, featuring wine and sweet holiday delights. Enjoy a wonderful performance by a Holiday Ensemble from the FIU School of Music lead by Professor of Voice and Soprano Dr. Vindhya Khare. Get details online.

Tuesday, December 16 at 7pm
Alex Aster - Crowntide
#1 New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author Alex Aster is an internationally bestselling author and one of the most followed novelists on social media. Some worlds deserve to be destroyed... Isla Crown has charted a new destiny and leapt into the unknown, determined to defeat her insidious ancestor, Lark, no matter the cost. But Skyshade is nothing like she anticipated, and she’ll have to use all of her skills just to survive, let alone end Lark for good. Meanwhile, Grim and Oro would sooner set fire to their own kingdoms than leave Isla stranded on a path toward certain death. But getting her back will involve forging an alliance -- if they can find a way to forgive their long history of betrayals. The key to Isla’s return -- and the fate of the realm -- lies close to her heart. But in the face of her most powerful enemy yet, will Isla be able to reconcile her past in order to carve a future of her own making? This event takes place at The Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd. Get details and purchase tickets online.

Tuesday, December 16 at 7:30pm
The Muppets Christmas Carol
This screening includes a Member Appreciation Holiday Reception before the screening at 7pm. Bring your favorite baked goods to share with fellow cinema members. Sweet, savory, or something in between -- your treats will make the celebration even more special. It is the season for love, laughter and one of the most cherished stories of all time. Join Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and all the hilarious Muppets in this merry, magical version of Charles Dickens' classic tale. Michael Caine gives a performance that's anything but "bah, humbug!" as greedy, penny-pinching Ebenezer Scrooge. One fateful Christmas Eve, Scrooge is visited by the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future. Together with kind, humble Bob Cratchit (Kermit the Frog) and his family, these Spirits open Scrooge’s eyes—and his heart—to the true meaning of Christmas. Get details online.

Wednesday, December 17 at 10am
Holiday Inn - Silver Screen Mornings
A country roadhouse in Connecticut is turned into a nightclub 15 times a year in this stylish and snappy Bing Crosby-Fred Astaire musical that introduced White Christmas, which won an Oscar for Best Song. The Oscar-nominated soundtrack features a wealth of Irving Berlin tunes including Easter Parade and Happy Holiday. The Holiday Inn hotel chain took its name from the film's title. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, December 17 from 1 to 3pm
Traditional Afternoon Tea at the Biltmore
Enjoy a delightful Traditional Afternoon Tea service featuring sweet and savory treats as well as an assortment of tea in the Biltmore's Alhambra Lobby, upper level. Get details online.

Wednesday, December 17 at 6:30pm
Perfume Crafting: Create Your Unique Fragrance Identity
Unlock the art of fragrance creation at Fairchild Garden. Explore a variety of aromatic ingredients, noting your impressions on scented strips. Build connections between your senses, weaving vivid memories of captivating odors. Unleash your inner perfumer and craft a personalized scent. With newfound knowledge, blend ingredients to create a unique perfume or cologne that reflects your style. Take home a one-of-a-kind fragrance capturing your essence. Get details online.

Wednesday, December 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, December 18 at 6:15pm
Avatar: Fire and Ash
James Cameron takes audiences back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure. A year after settling in with the Metkayina clan, Jake and Neytiri's family grapples with grief after Neteyam's death. They encounter a new, aggressive Na'vi tribe called the Ash people, led by the fiery tribe leader, Varang, who has allied with Jake's enemy, Quaritch, as the conflict on Pandora escalates to devastating consequences. Get details online.

Sunday, December 20 from 9am to 11am
Hot Chocolate with Santa
Sip Hot Chocolate with Santa and get exclusive access to the Holiday Park playground at city hall, 405 Biltmore Way. The event includes a photo opportunity with Santa, hot beverage and children's activity. Cost is $30 for a group of four. Exclusively for Coral Gables residents. Call 305-460-5600 or email: specialevents@coralgables.com. Advanced ticket registration is required to participate. Get details online.

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