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Greetings {name},
We hope you'll appreciate our curated list of community events and cultural opportunities in the coming days. |
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a view of the pool at UM University Center, aside Lake Osceola and the Lakeside Village |
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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr. |
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Thursday, January 15 is Strawberry Ice Cream Day, an American tradition, invented in 1813 by First Lady Dolley Madison.
Saturday, January 17 is Benjamin Franklin's Birthday. An enduring historical figure and one of America’s founding fathers, Franklin was a prolific inventor, author, printer, politician, diplomat, musician, and postmaster.
Sunday, January 18 is Thesaurus Day, in honor Peter Roget, the author of Roget’s Thesaurus. It's a day of appreciation, gratitude, thanks, gratefulness, thankfulness, recognition, sense of obligation; indebtedness, and discernment.
Monday, January 19 is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, an extended weekend federal holiday to celebrate equal rights for all Americans. The holiday became law in 1983, but was not observed in all states until the year 2000.
Tuesday, January 20 is National Cheese Lover Day. Set out a tray of several varieties of your favorite cheese, invite a few friends over to share and celebrate all things cheese.
Thursday, January 22 is Hot Sauce Day, a day to honor the myriad hot sauces available in kitchens and pantries around the world and celebrate the popularity of spicy foods.
Friday, January 23 is National Pie Day, an opportunity to savor fresh baked dessert delicacies. The most popular pies in the United States are Apple, Pumpkin, Pecan, Cherry, Blueberry, Key Lime, Lemon Meringue and Peach.
Monday, January 26 is Spouse's Day, a day specifically set aside to celebrate your spouse or significant other.
Tuesday, January 27 is Chocolate Cake Day, a time to indulge in that consummate American classic dessert: Chocolate Cake while celebrating the history and deliciousness of all kinds of chocolate cakes. |
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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 |
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Saturday, January 17 at 10am
32nd Annual Redland Riot Road Rallye
Load the family up and join the fun as the Redland Riot Road Rallye delivers a whimsically historic road rallye scavenger hunt through the countryside, visiting fabulous venues along the rallye route. Each car team gets a map, directions and questions -- you're looking for clues along the way -- with prizes and surprises at the final destination, Schnebly Redlands Winery and Miami Brewing Company Tap Room. It's a riot -- a mad aventure through the countryside with plenty of goodies for everyone. Start at 10am at Cauley Square, 22400 Old Dixie Hwy. Get details and register your car team online. |
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Save The Date
Friday, February 6 at 6:30pm
CG Music Club - 2026 Scholarship Gala Recital
The Coral Gables Music Club invites all club members, music enthusiasts and friends to attend the annual Scholarship Students Recital at the Congregational Church featuring some of the most extraordinary young musicians from our community -- are all national and international prize winners. We can all be extremely proud of all of their achievements. Having the chance to listen to all of them perform in one night is truly a magical and unforgettable experience. No tickets are required, this is a free event and the public is invited to attend. Get details online. |
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Thursday, January 15 at noon
National Strawberry Ice Cream Day
I scream, you scream, we all scream for strawberry ice cream. Enjoy 50% off locally churned Azucar strawberry ice cream at Miami Joe Coffee Company in Lowes Coral Gables Hotel. Get details online. |
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Thursday, January 15 at 5:30pm
Music at McBride Plaza
Attend the premier of the 2026 season of Music at McBride Plaza -- free outdoor concerts every other Thursday of the month from January through March, featuring talented ensembles from UM’s Frost School of Music. Get details online. |
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Thursday, January 15 at 7pm
Jacob Soboroff - Firestorm
A revelatory and searingly immediate report from the frontlines of the firestorm that consumed Los Angeles, from the MS NOW correspondent and New York Times bestselling author of Separated, who covered the fires on the ground as an LA native. Jacob Soboroff was on the front lines of the blaze in California for what would turn out to be weeks covering unimaginable destruction, from both the Palisades Fire and the Eaton Fire, in Altadena. He shared the latest developments, met with displaced residents and workers, and pressed Governor Gavin Newsom in an interview on Meet the Press. Firestorm is the story of the costliest wildfire in American history, the people it affected and the deeply personal connection to one journalist covering it. It is a love letter to Los Angeles, a yearning to understand the fires, and why America’s new age of disaster we are living through portends that -- without a reckoning of how Los Angeles burned -- there is more yet, and worse, to come. This event takes place at the Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd. Tickets are required. Get details and tickets online. |
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Thursday, January 15 at 8pm
JohnMartin's - Karaoke On The Mile
Step up to the mic and sing your heart out at JohnMartin's Thursday Karaoke Night, with signature Martinis and a full menu of great pub food. Get details online. |
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Fri/Sat/Sun, January 16–18 from noon to 6pm
Tamiami International Orchid Festival Weekend
Attend the largest winter orchid event in the United States where local orchid societies and vendors create beautiful exhibits full of exotic and rare orchids in artistic arrangements. Ninety national and international orchid growers and allied product vendors come together under one roof to offer an amazing assortment of exotic orchids and orchid-related products at Miami Dade County Fair Expo Center Fuchs Pavilion- 10901 SW 24th Street. Get details online. |
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Friday, January 16 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. |
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Friday, January 16 at 6pm
Honest Liars - Open Mic
Join FIU's creative writing MFA students for a night full of poetry, prose, and everything in-between at Books & Books. This reading is open to both MFA students and attendees alike. Readers are encouraged to share up to 2-3 pages of their work, or up to 5 minutes. Everyone and anyone is invited to read and listen: students, faculty, friends, and strangers. Get details online. |
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Friday, January 16 at 7pm
Mark Seligman - AI and ADA
Attend a fascinating discussion with Mark Seligman, author of AI and ADA: Artificial Translation and Creation of Literature. The book's Preface places the current AI explosion in the context of other technological cataclysms and recounts the author's personal (and not always deadly serious) AI journey. The book considers whether machines, while now arguably intelligent, can ever also gain sufficient sensation and emotion to create language art with other than borrowed depth -- and, while viewing this development as likely all too soon, declines to despair on that account. Get details online. |
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Friday, January 16 at 7pm
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
Expanding upon the world created by Danny Boyle and Alex Garland in 28 Years Later -- but turning that world on its head -- Nia DaCosta directs 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. In a continuation of the epic story, Dr. Kelson (Ralph Fiennes) finds himself in a shocking new relationship -- with consequences that could change the world as they know it -- and Spike's (Alfie Williams) encounter with Jimmy Crystal (Jack O'Connell) becomes a nightmare he can't escape. In the world of The Bone Temple, the infected are no longer the greatest threat to survival -- the inhumanity of the survivors can be stranger and more terrifying. Get details online. |
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Friday, January 16 at 8pm
Gospel - Seraphic Fire Choral Ensemble
Featuring Jason Max Ferdinand, Conductor - Choir & Piano. "Precious Lord, take my hand; lead me on, help me stand." Thomas Dorsey, the father of American Gospel, revolutionized music by setting these remarkable words to a haunting tune you know today. From Amazing Grace to up-tempo classics, the internationally celebrated conductor Jason Max Ferdinand leads the singers of Seraphic Fire in this joyous and electrifying program. The Pre-Concert Conversation will be presented by Dr. Marques J. Ruff, one hour before the concert at Church of The Little Flower. Get details online. |
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Friday, January 16 at 8pm
The Choral
Red Carpet Opening Night Event (Film + Reception) It's 1916. As war rages on the Western Front, the Choral Society in Ramsden, Yorkshire has lost most of its men to the army. The Choral’s ambitious committee, determined to press ahead, decides to recruit local young males to swell their ranks. They must also engage a new chorus master, and despite their suspicions that he has something to hide, their best bet seems to be Dr. Henry Guthrie (Ralph Fiennes) –- driven, uncompromising, and recently returned from a career in Germany. Get details online. |
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Friday, January 16 at 8pm
Melani Sanders - The Official We Do Not Care Club Handbook
The Books & Books Literary Foundation is proud to present an evening with Melani Sanders discussing The Official We Do Not Care Club Handbook: A Guide for Women in Perimenopause and Menopause Who Are Over It. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 from 8am to 2pm
Farmers Market at Merrick Park
The Coral Gables Farmers Market, located in front of City Hall on Saturday mornings, runs until March 28, offering locally sourced produce, gourmet meals, baked products, floristry, educational workshops, and children's activities. Call 305-460-5605 or email: specialevents@coralgables.com. The address is at 405 Biltmore Way. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 from 10am to 5pm
75th Annual Beaux Arts Festival of Art
Founded in 1952, Beaux Arts is a 100% female-run volunteer non-profit whose mission is to encourage an understanding and appreciation of the arts in South Florida and support the Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami. The festival features 200+ artists each year across ten different categories. Thanks to the generous support of festival partners, admission is free for 25,000+ South Florida patrons, to ensure that all in our community are able to experience and access art. In addition to the juried artist booths, festival attendees enjoy a marketplace, live music, food trucks, and children's art activities. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 10am
32nd Annual Redland Riot Road Rallye
Load the family up and join the fun as the Redland Riot Road Rallye delivers a whimsically historic road rallye scavenger hunt through the countryside, visiting fabulous venues along the rallye route. Each car team gets a map, directions and questions -- you're looking for clues along the way -- with prizes and surprises at the final destination, Schnebly Redlands Winery and Miami Brewing Company Tap Room. It's a riot -- a mad aventure through the countryside with plenty of goodies for everyone. Start at 10am at Cauley Square, 22400 Old Dixie Hwy. Get details and register your car team online. |
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Saturday, January 17 from 10am 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. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 10am
UM Men's Tennis vs North Florida
UM Hurricanes host the North Florida Christian School's Eagles tennis team at UM's Neil Schiff Tennis Center. The University of Miami tennis program is one of the most successful in the country. The storied history of Hurricane tennis has been highlighted by one of the best dual match records in collegiate sports. In fact, from 1957-1964, the Hurricanes rolled up 137 consecutive dual match victories, one of the most impressive winning streaks in sports history. Get details online. |
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Sat/Sun, January 17–18 at 10:30am
Intuitive Painting Workshop at Fairchild Garden
Enjoy an exercise in trusting the inner voice through the colors and strokes. Intuitive painting is a method of creating art that aims to explore and uncover aspects of the inner self. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 10:30am
Book Club: Great Conversations
Offered in person and online, this series explores fascinating, thought-provoking books from the 20th century to today. Each selection is less than 100 years old and designed to inspire meaningful conversation. The book of the month is Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett. Beckett's best-known literary work, a tragicomedy in two acts, is regarded by critics as one of the most enigmatic plays of modern literature. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online. |
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Sat/Sun, January 17–18 from 11:30am to 3pm
Ivy Rooftop Daytime Happy Hour
Day-drinking, elevated. Savor 50% off wine by the glass, beer, and premium well liquor while soaking in skyline views and sunshine. Whether it’s a long lunch escape or a midday refresh, this happy hour is great for weekend gatherings. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 1:30pm
Brenda Navarrete: The Energy of the Drum
Step into a world of vibrant rhythm and soulful expression with Brenda Navarrete, one of the most dynamic vocalists and percussionists in contemporary Afro-Cuban music. In this immersive, hands-on workshop, Brenda leads participants on a rhythmic journey that weaves together traditional percussion, body percussion, movement, and collective creativity. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 2pm
Miss Nelson Is Missing
Miss Nelson’s class is the worst behaved in the whole school. Spitballs flying across the room, paper airplanes sailing every which way and uncontrollable children send gentle, long-suffering Miss Nelson over the edge. But the students of Room 207 are in for a surprise when Miss Nelson goes missing and is replaced by Viola Swamp, a no-nonsense substitute who assigns piles of homework. The students learn lessons of appreciation and respect as they set out to find their beloved Miss Nelson... but will they ever get her back? Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 2pm
Family Concert "Let's Go to China"
Frost School of Music invites the public to kick off the new year with a fun-filled musical adventure designed for children and families at Gusman Concert Hall. Let’s Go to China invites children and parents into a world of vibrant colors, ancient stories, and music that sparks the imagination. From the first note, little ones and grown-ups will travel together through China’s most beautiful melodies, including one of its most iconic classical works. This is more than a concert. It is a shared adventure where families learn, laugh, and experience the magic of music side by side, guided by Frost musicians who bring each story to life. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 2pm
Merrick House - Weekend Guided Tours
Step back in time to the Roaring 20s to take a guided tour of this landmark house museum listed on the National Register of Historic Places. View original paintings and furnishings in 14 rooms of the family home of George Edgar Merrick, who was founder of the City Beautiful of Coral Gables. Merrick House docent-guided tours occur at 1, 2 and 3pm on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. The fee is $5. Free parking is located behind the house, at 907 Coral Way. Call 305-774-0155. Get details online. |
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Friday, January 17 at 2pm
Charlie the Wonderdog
A shy boy, Danny, imagines a rich world in which he and his cherished dog, Charlie, star in their own superhero adventures. When Charlie is mysteriously abducted by aliens, he is gifted true superpowers and emerges as Charlie the Wonderdog, the greatest superhero the world has ever seen. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 3pm
Arelis Calkins - Rising Above Adversity
Join local author Arelis Calkins as she presents Rising Above Adversity a personal exploration of childhood trauma's lasting impact on adult life. Learn about establishing healthy boundaries, fostering positive relationships and reconnecting with one's true self. After the discussion, enjoy a Q&A session with the author. Call Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 5pm
Emerging Voices Concert
Attend a concert at the Museum presented in collaboration with the Frost Preparatory Department, School of Music at University of Miami -- an inspiring afternoon of classical music performed by young, exceptionally talented musicians, featuring works by Bach, Haydn, Schumann, Guastavino, and more, performed on piano and recorder. This concert showcases emerging performers at a remarkable artistic level, offering audiences a warm, intimate chamber music experience in the museum setting. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 8pm
Arturo O’Farrill in Concert
Enjoy an extraordinary evening with Arturo O’Farrill, the Grammy-winning pianist, composer, and visionary behind the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, at Pinecrest Gardens. Recognized as one of the most influential figures in Latin jazz, O’Farrill masterfully blends Afro-Latin rhythms and modern jazz into an electrifying musical experience. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 17 at 10pm
The Dark Crystal - 4K Restoration
Travel back in time to the faraway planet of Thra. Cheer on the Mystics as they fight to overthrow the evil Skeksis and take back control of their planet. When Jen, a member of the Gelfling tribe, sets out to find the crystal’s missing shard, his dangerous journey brings him face to face with monsters at every turn. Determined to restore peace to their planet, Jen will not back down. From the brilliant imagination of Jim Henson, this masterpiece of animation recounts the timeless tale of good vs evil and has become a cult favorite of children and grown-ups alike. Get details online. |
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Sunday, January 18 at 9am
Wildlife Kayak Adventure
Depart from Deering Estate’s boat basin on a guided wildlife kayaking tour through Biscayne Bay. Paddle quietly across seagrass beds and into a mangrove forest while your guide helps you spot local wildlife above and below the water. These kayaks offer excellent visibility and an immersive, up-close experience with the natural environment. Get details online. |
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Sunday, January 18 at 9:30am
Miami Watercolor Society Painting Class
Ginette Bourassa will discuss shopping for frames. The Class takes place at Evelyn Greer Park, 8200 SW 124th Street. Get details online. |
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Sunday, January 18 at 10am
Healthy Start Bike Tour
Begin the new year with a healthy bike ride around Coral Gables with stops that highlight healthy spaces and ways to be your best self in 2026. Get details online. |
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Sunday, January 18 at 1pm
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. |
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Sunday, January 18 at 6pm
Susana Behar in Concert
Experience Deering Estate Artist-in-Residence Susana Behar in a musical journey imagining Charles Deering’s soundtrack in his travels around the world. Charles Deering was a man of many interests -- art collector, preservationist, industrialist, amateur painter, philanthropist and an avid traveler. His passion for exploration and deep appreciation for the arts were boundless. Yet, we don’t truly know what kind of music he loved or what sounds filled the spaces of his life. Susana has created a soundtrack inspired by his world travels, his long stays in Florida -- a place he cherished -- and the rich cultures he might have encountered. Get details online. |
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Monday, January 19 at 10:30am
Intro to Palette Knife Painting at Fairchild Garden
Discover how to create dynamic, textured artwork using a palette knife. In this introductory course, you will learn the fundamentals of working with palette knives, from selecting different knife types to understanding how they differ from traditional brushes. Explore essential topics including color theory, setting up your paint palette, mixing paint with a knife, underpainting, and using mediums to enhance texture. You will also practice core palette knife techniques to build confidence and control. Get details online. |
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Monday, January 19 at 6:30pm
Jesse M. Keenan - North: The Future of Post-Climate America
Attend a timely conversation with Jesse M. Keenan, author of North: The Future of Post-Climate America at Books & Books. In this groundbreaking book, Keenan explores how climate change is reshaping where Americans live -- and how these shifts will transform cities, economies, and politics in the decades ahead. Blending adaptation science, mobility trends, and real-world case studies, North offers both a stark look at the challenges ahead and an optimistic vision for how communities can adapt, decarbonize, and build more sustainable futures. Don’t miss this important discussion about the choices, movements, and opportunities that will define post-climate America. Get details online. |
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Monday, January 19 at 7:30pm
UM Hurricanes vs Indiana Hoosiers - College Football Championship
The University of Miami Hurricanes football team play the undefeated Indiana Hoosiers in the 2026 College Football Playoff National Championship game at Hard Rock Stadium. The series between the two teams is tied at one win apiece, with their last meeting occurring in 1966. Indiana is a 7.5-point favorite heading into the matchup. This will be the first-ever national championship appearance for the Indiana Hoosiers program. Miami will be the first team to play for the modern college football national championship in their own home stadium. Indiana Quarterback Fernando Mendoza is the Heisman Trophy winner and leads the FBS in passing touchdowns. Miami is seeking its sixth national championship title in program history. The game is broadcast on ESPN and locally on WQAM radio. Get details online. |
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Monday, January 19 at 7:30pm
Keep Your Head Up To The Sky!
Sunshine Jazz Organization and Jazz Music-in-Action present Keep Your Head Up To The Sky! Celebrating and continuing the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Produced by Nicole Yarling. Performances featuring an All-Star line-up of South Florida Jazz Musicians at the Westchester Cultural Arts Society, 7930 SW 40 Street. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, January 20 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. |
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Tuesday, January 24 at 10:30am
Painting in Soft Pastel at Fairchild Garden
Students at all levels are welcome to learn the fascinating art of pastels. Discover how to paint in soft pastel, considered by many as the purest of painting media. Soft pastel is bright, colorful and easy to learn. Award-winning Miami artist, Dan Bondroff, will teach students how to create tropical landscape paintings in soft pastel from concept to completion. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, January 20 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. |
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Tuesday, January 20 at 5pm
Coral Gables Movie Night - Car Wash
This day-in-the-life cult comedy focuses on a group of friends working at Sully Boyar's Car Wash in the Los Angeles ghetto. The team meets dozens of eccentric customers -- including a smooth-talking preacher (Richard Pryor), a wacky cab driver (George Carlin) and an ex-convict -- while cracking politically incorrect jokes to a constant soundtrack of disco and funk. Some of the workers find romance as the day moves along, but most are just happy to get through another shift. Call Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, January 20 at 7pm
UM Hurricanes Men's Basketball hosts Florida State Seminoles
Under Coach Jai Lucas, who took over in March of 2025, the Hurricane Men's Basketball team, with a 14-2 record, takes on the Florida State Seminoles at the Watsco Center. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, January 20 at 7:30pm
Out of the Commonplace into the Rare: Songs of Love and Loss
Attend a special performance -- UM Faculty Recital -- at Newman Recital Hall. Beyond opera and jazz, presenting intimate new songs of love and loss on Kim Josephson’s poems set by Elliot Weiss. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, January 21 at 10am
Silver Screen Mornings - A Matter of Life and Death
During WWII, an RAF pilot miraculously survives bailing out of his plane without a parachute due to a mistake in heaven. He is soon put on trial in a celestial court, which will determine if he can live out the rest of his life. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 18 years and older. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, January 21 from 1 to 3pm
Traditional Afternoon Tea
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. |
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Wednesday, January 21 at 3p
Bert McCracken - In Love And Death
Attend a book signing of In Love And Death: The Lost Notebook with author and The Used frontman Bert McCracken at Books & Books. Bert McCracken is the lead singer and lyricist of the multi-platinum rock band The Used. Known for his powerful voice and unflinching emotional honesty, McCracken has been a major influence in alternative music for over two decades. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, January 21 at 4pm
Mindfulness for Inner Resilience
Attend this series by the University of Miami Libraries’ Mindfulness and Well-Being Programs. These introductory mindfulness sessions are designed to support inner resilience, introducing the fundamentals of mindfulness meditation and movement with periods of guided practice and opportunities for reflection and questions. The sessions are led by Kelly Miller, a Certified Mindfulness Teacher (MMTCP), Director of Mindfulness and Well-Being Programs, and Associate Dean for Learning and Research Services in the University of Miami Libraries and Professor Scott Rogers, Director of the University of Miami School of Law’s Mindfulness in Law Program. Guest teachers are also occasionally invited. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, January 21 from 8pm to midnight
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. |
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Thursday, January 22 at 7:30am
Good Morning Coral Gables at the Biltmore Hotel
Attend the Coral Gables Chamber's signature monthly networking event -- breakfast at the Biltmore hotel with chamber members. Get details online. |
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Thursday, January 22 at 11am
Splendor In The Garden
Attend an afternoon of fashion, philanthropy, and elegance at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, featuring a glamorous runway presentation, honorees who inspire, and a shared commitment to supporting the future of science and education through Fairchild’s programs. Get details online. |
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Thursday, January 22 at 4:30pm
Mercy (Digital 3D)
Starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson. In the near future, an advanced AI judge tells a captive detective that he's on trial for the murder of his wife. If he fails to prove his innocence within 90 minutes, he'll be executed on the spot. Get details online. |
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Thursday, January 22 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. |
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Thursday, January 22 at 6:25pm
The Testament of Ann Lee
From award-winning writer-director Mona Fastvold (The World to Come, The Brutalist) comes the extraordinary true legend of Ann Lee, founder of the devotional sect known as the Shakers. Academy Award nominee Amanda Seyfried stars as the Shaker's irrepressible leader, who preached gender and social equality and was revered by her followers. The Testament of Ann Lee captures the ecstasy and agony of her quest to build a utopia, featuring more than a dozen traditional Shaker hymns reimagined as rapturous movements with choreography by Celia Rowlson-Hall (Vox Lux) and original songs and score by Academy Award winner Daniel Blumberg. Get details online. |
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Thursday, January 22 at 7pm
James Grippando - The Right to Remain
Books & Books is proud to present an evening with James Grippando discussing The Right to Remain: A Jack Swyteck Novel. With plenty of courtroom action, The Right to Remain is one of the most thrilling entries yet in this hugely popular series that keeps going strong. Get details online. |
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Thursday, January 22 at 7:30pm
The Music of Count Basie - Frost Jazz Orchestra
Enjoy the Frost Jazz Orchestra, directed by John Daversa and Marcus Strickland at Gusman Concert Hall for a reverent tribute to one of the most iconic and influential big bands in jazz history -- the Count Basie Orchestra. Under the direction of Dr. John Daversa, the ensemble will bring to life the unmistakable groove, elegance, and power of the Basie sound, honoring a legacy that continues to inspire generations of musicians around the world. Get details online. |
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Friday, January 23 at 7:30pm
Sotto Voce at GableStage
Written and directed by Pulitzer Prize winner Nilo Cruz (Anna in the Tropics), Sotto Voce is a lyrical meditation on memory, longing, and the legacy of the Holocaust. When a young Jewish-Cuban researcher’s obsession with the MS St. Louis leads him to an 80-year-old novelist who is still haunted by the love she lost aboard the doomed voyage, the line between memory and desire blurs. This is a haunting story of love, loss, and the voices that refuse to be forgotten. Get details online. |
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Friday, January 23 at 7:30pm
Thomas Pandolfi in Concert
World-renowned pianist Thomas Pandolfi, a Juilliard-trained artist and Steinway Artist, returns to the FUMCCG Lamar Louise Curry Concert Series to present an arresting program of Tchaikovsky and Grieg Piano Concertos, featuring the Miami Sousa Band (with Dr. Seth Carlson, Conductor) and Guest Conductor Dr. Jeffrey Doebler. Celebrated for sold-out appearances at the world’s most prestigious venues—including Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, and London’s Cadogan Hall -- Pandolfi is renowned for his masterful interpretations ranging from Chopin to Gershwin. Pandolfi is equally famous for his virtuosic, jaw-dropping transcriptions of beloved works such as West Side Story and Phantom of the Opera. His performances, broadcast worldwide, promise an unforgettable evening of brilliance and artistry. The address is 536 Coral Way. Admission and parking are free. Call the First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables at 305-445-2578. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 24 from 8am to 2pm
Farmers Market at Merrick Park
The Coral Gables Farmers Market, located in front of City Hall on Saturday mornings, runs until March 28, offering locally sourced produce, gourmet meals, baked products, floristry, educational workshops, and children's activities. Call 305-460-5605 or email: specialevents@coralgables.com. The address is at 405 Biltmore Way. Get details online. |
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Sat/Sun, January 24–25 from 10am to 5pm
A Festival of Chocolate at Fairchild Gardens
Indulge in the sweetest weekend of the year at Fairchild’s annual Chocolate Festival. This beloved Miami event is a paradise for chocolate lovers, featuring an abundance of artisanal treats, live cooking demonstrations, and interactive experiences the whole family will enjoy. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 24 at 2pm
Woop Woop Beer Fest at Bay 13
Bay 13 is hosting a huge party on the patio with unlimited beer tastings, wine and liquor vendors, live bands and local food with plenty of fun for everyone. Enjoy beers from some of Florida’s finest craft breweries, Australian food, unique merchandise, great music, fun games and community. Get details online. |
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Saturday, January 24 from 6pm to Midnight
CGN - 2026 Annual Gala, The Next 100: Legacy & Vision
The Coral Gables Museum’s 2026 Gala introduces a forward-looking concept designed to highlight the city’s next chapter. This year’s theme focuses on innovation, design, and the role of cultural institutions in shaping the urban future of Coral Gables. The event transforms the Museum into a sleek, immersive environment that reflects the city’s evolution and its growing commitment to creative and technological progress. The Gala offers a high-visibility platform for community leaders, philanthropists, and partners to engage with a milestone moment for The City Beautiful. It is both a celebration and a strategic opportunity to support the Museum’s expanding vision as it enters its second century of service. Clear, focused, and built around the future -- this is the defining event for those who want to take part in the next phase of Coral Gables. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, January 27 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. |
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Friday, January 30 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. |
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Friday, February 6 at 6:30pm
CG Music Club - 2026 Scholarship Gala Recital
The Coral Gables Music Club invites all club members, music enthusiasts and friends to attend the annual Scholarship Students Recital at the Congregational Church featuring some of the most extraordinary young musicians from our community -- are all national and international prize winners. We can all be extremely proud of all of their achievements. Having the chance to listen to all of them perform in one night is truly a magical and unforgettable experience. No tickets are required, this is a free event and the public is invited to attend. Get details online. |
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Saturday, February 7 at 9am
Tour of Kitchens & Tropical Living
The Community Foundation's Tour of Kitchens & Tropical Living invites you on a self-guided journey through some of Coral Gables’ most stunning private homes and kitchens. Drawing over 1,000 local foodies and design lovers from across the area, the Tour offers a rare glimpse inside beautifully curated spaces -- paired with delicious bites and sips from top local restaurants and premium spirits brands. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience that blends culinary indulgence with inspired living. Get details online. |
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Thursday, February 12 at 8pm
Dear Evan Hansen
Winner of the Tony and Olivier Awards for Best Musical, Dear Evan Hansen is a profoundly contemporary coming-of-age story about the fragility of life and the need for human connection. Evan Hansen, a teenager struggling with severe anxiety, has always felt invisible. But when a sudden tragedy thrusts him into the center of a rapidly evolving controversy, he finds himself presented with an unexpected opportunity: the chance to reinvent himself. On Thursday evenings, enjoy Happy Hour before the show with BOGO drinks at the bar and an exciting pre-show atmosphere in the lobby. Get details online. |
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Sunday, February 22 at 4pm
February Fantasy - Greater Miami Symphonic Band
Join the Greater Miami Symphonic Band for an exciting afternoon of music featuring a dynamic selection of classic and contemporary wind band repertoire. This performance promises powerful brass, rich woodwinds, and engaging rhythms that will delight audiences of all ages. Enjoy free parking and free admission into the Gardens one hour prior to concert time. Get details online. |
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Fri/Sat/Sun, March 6–8 from 10am to 4pm
Key West Orchid Festival
The annual gathering of orchid enthusiasts, vendors and members of the Key West Orchid Society takes place at West Martello Garden Club at Higgs Beach, 1100 Atlantic Blvd in Key West. Among the vendors at the Key West Orchid Festival are Quest Orchids, Soroa Orchids, Mac's Orchids, Jim-N-I Orchids, J&J Unique Orchids, Lady Vanda, OFE International (Orchid growing supplies), J&J Plant Corp and the KWOS Members' Co-Op table where you can purchase divisions of members plants at great prices. Get details online. |
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Dependable Friendly Computer Service
Two Computer Guys
Since 1998, the team at Two Computer Guys has been available for safe, reliable, efficient and friendly service -- for small businesses, families, students, seniors and anyone who needs a little help with their computer. TCG solves problems to get computers up and running quickly. Be safe -- call when you need help with virus issues. Serving more than a thousand clients in South Florida over the past three decades. Call 305-444-1984 when you need a little help. Get details and schedule an appointment online. |
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Experience The Hunter Douglas Gallery at Biscayne Décor
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