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

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Thursday, February 26 is National Chili Day, celebrated on the fourth Thursday in February, honors one of America’s favorite bowls, featuring a deep, complex, and savory flavor profile, usually achieved through a combination of slow-simmering, high-quality ingredients, and a bloomed blend of smoky spices.

Friday, February 27 is National Strawberry Day, a delightful excuse to celebrate the lusciousness and complex flavors of these sweet ripe berries. 

Sunday, March 1 is the first day of Woman's History Month, an annual declared month that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society.

Sunday, March 1 the first day of Irish American Heritage Month, honoring the achievements and contributions of Irish immigrants and their descendants living in the United States.

Sunday, March 1 is Read Across America Day, promoting reading, particularly for children and young adults. This nationwide observance coincides with the birthday of Dr Seuss on March 2, who is known for writing children’s books.

Sunday, March 1 is National Peanut Butter Lover's Day, a chance to appreciate this lowly goober spread, first sold in the United States at the Universal Exposition in St. Louis in 1904. 

Tuesday, March 4 is National Pancake Day, raising money for charity at International House of Pancakes. From 7am to 8pm get a free short stack of IHOP's World Famous Buttermilk Pancakes -- and leave a donation for charity.

Friday, March 6 is Employee Appreciation Day, an event observed on the first Friday in March, meant for employers to give thanks or recognition to their employees.

Save The Date
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.

Save The Date
Friday, March 6 from 6 to 9pm
Twenty-One Distinguished Artists - Cernuda Arte
Attend the official opening of Twenty-One Distinguished Artists of The 21st Century
at Cernuda Arte -- a selection of important contemporary artists, ranging from strong midcareer talent to internationally established masters. Featured artists include Alfredo Sosabravo (b. 1930); Manuel Mendive (b. 1944); Julio Larraz (b. 1944); Clara Morera (b. 1944); Humberto Calzada (1944 - 2025); Tomás Sánchez (b. 1948); Roberto Fabelo (b. 1950); Demi (b. 1955); José Bedia (b. 1959); Lilian Garcia-Roig (b. 1966); Belkis Ayón (1967 - 1999); Joel Besmar (b. 1968); Juan Roberto Diago (b. 1971); Vicente Hernández (b. 1971); Giosvany Echevarría (b. 1971); Jorge Luis Santos (b. 1973); Enrique Casas (b. 1976); Irina Elén González (b. 1978); Miguel Florido (b. 1980); Yasiel Elizagaray (b. 1987); and Danuel Méndez (b. 1989). Cernuda Arte Gallery is located at 3155, 3143 and 3160 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Call 305-461-1050. Get details online.

Save The Date
Saturday, February 28 from 10am to 4pm
Upper Keys Garden Walk
The Garden Club of the Upper Keys invites you to Garden Walk 2026, featuring a wide variety of island garden styles, not otherwise available for viewing. Stroll through the Francis Tracy Garden Center (mm 94 Bayside) grounds from 9am to 4pm while enjoying spectacular vendors of all types, art show, plant sales, artisan wares, and mobile food vendors. Get details online.

Thursday, February 26 at 3:35pm
The Perfect Neighbor
Using bodycam footage from dozens of police visits, The Perfect Neighbor bears witness to a tight-knit community navigating one neighbor’s relentless harassment. But her hostility takes a sinister turn when it escalates into a fatal crime. Get details online.

Thursday, February 26 at 5:30pm
Music at McBride Plaza
Attend 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. Enjoy a live performance by Latin duo Laura & Josias. Get details online.

Thursday, February 26 at 6pm
The Revenant - 10th Anniversary - IMAX
Experience New Regency’s Academy Award-winning film The Revenant exclusively in select IMAX theaters nationwide in celebration of the film's 10th anniversary. While exploring the uncharted wilderness in 1823, frontiersman Hugh Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) sustains life-threatening injuries from a brutal bear attack. When a member (Tom Hardy) of his hunting team kills his young son (Forrest Goodluck) and leaves him for dead, Glass must utilize his survival skills to find a way back to civilization. Grief-stricken and fueled by vengeance, the legendary fur trapper treks through the snowy terrain to track down the man who betrayed him. Relive Alejandro G. Iñárritu's brutal masterpiece with IMAX's extraordinary picture and sound technology for the ultimate cinematic experience. Get details online.

Thursday, February 26 from 6 to 8pm
Centennial Arts at Ponce Junior High School
Ponce de León Middle School is celebrating 100 years of educational excellence in Coral Gables with Centennial Arts at Ponce. Alumni, families and community members are invited to enjoy an evening highlighting student artwork and performances in honor of the school’s centennial milestone. Alumni who wish to share memorabilia or memories as part of the celebration are encouraged to contact Ms. Ramos via email: mramos2@dadeschools.net. Get details and RSVP online.

Thursday, February 26 at 6pm
Roots of the Americas Exhibit Opening
Exploring the lasting cultural, ecological, and historical impact of its native plants and crops. Drawing on materials from the Jay I. Kislak Collection of the Early Americas, Exploration and Navigation, "Roots of the Americas" explores the enduring significance of crops native to the Americas, including corn, tobacco, cacao, and a variety of medicinal flora. Get details online.

Thursday, February 26 from 6 to 9pm
VIP Reception - Beanie Backus and His Imprint in South Florida
This Members-only opening reception presents an exhibition examining the artistic legacy of Albert Ernest Beanie Backus (Fort Pierce, FL, 1906–1990) from the Allen Morris Collection. Celebrated for his luminous Florida landscapes, Backus depicted the state’s swamps, marshes, coastal inlets, and skies. Largely self-taught and highly influential, he became a central figure in Florida’s mid-20th-century art community and a mentor to artists associated with the Highwaymen. The exhibition opens to the public on February 27. Get details online.

Thursday, February 26 at 7:30pm
Così fan tutte by W.A. Mozart - Frost Opera Theater & Frost Symphony Orchestra
Experience Libretto by Lorenzo da Ponte at UM Gusman Hall with Jeffrey Buchman, stage director and program director; Yun Xuan Cao, conductor; Jenny Snyder, music director; Rosa Mercedes, choreographer. Mozart’s exquisite score never takes a back seat in this delightful cruise ship reimagining of Così fan tutte. Cloaked in nautical chic and Riviera glam, seduction, deception and sweet revenge lead to high comedy on the high seas in this ocean voyage bubbling with energy, elegance and just enough scandal to keep the lifeboats on standby. Get details online.

Thursday, February 26 at 9pm
Moulin Rouge!
Set against the backdrop of a spectacular Moulin Rouge show, an idealistic young writer is drafted into a bohemian entourage and falls in love with an ambitious but doomed showgirl who is caught between the hero and a ruthless duke. Get details online.

Friday, February 27 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. Get details online.

Friday, February 27 at 2pm
Museum Walking Tour - From the Colonnade to City Hall
Led by Architect Jorge L. Hernandez, this guided walking tour traces the architectural evolution of Coral Gables through the work of Phineas Paist, one of the city’s most influential architects. Beginning at the historic Colonnade Building, the tour moves through key civic spaces -- including City Hall -- and concludes at the Coral Gables Museum. Along the way, participants will explore how Paist’s architectural language developed alongside the city itself, blending Mediterranean Revival ideals with civic grandeur and urban harmony. The experience concludes with a short lecture at the museum, focusing on its architectural significance and cultural role. Housed in a 1939 Mediterranean Revival landmark, the Coral Gables Museum exemplifies the planning principles that define the city. This tour highlights the museum’s architectural features, history, and mission to preserve and celebrate Coral Gables’ unique identity. Get details online.

Friday, February 27 at 7pm
Brian Schaefer - Town & Country
Books & Books presents Brian Schaefer discussing his debut novel Town & Country — a sharp, big-hearted story about a small town in the middle of a heated congressional race, where family loyalty, local politics, class tension, and queerness all collide. Get details online.

Friday, February 27, at 7:30pm
Rotary Club of Coral Gables - An Evening of Virtuosity
Attend An Evening of Virtuosity, a special duo piano recital featuring award-winning pianists Paul Posnak and Anita Castiglione, as part of Rotary of Coral Gables' 80th Anniversary Celebration. The performance will be held at the historic Coral Gables Congregational Church, featuring a pre-concert reception followed by a program of beloved works by Mozart, Ravel, Gershwin and more. Proceeds benefit the Rotary Foundation of Coral Gables and support local and international service projects. Get tickets via PayPal.

Friday, February 27 at 8pm
Ring Theatre - Twelfth Night
Twelfth Night, named for the twelfth night after Christmas, is a delightful exploration of love and power. The Countess Olivia, who runs her own household, catches the eye of Duke Orsino. Joining the fray are Malvolio, her snobbish steward, and Sir Andrew Aguecheek, another suitor. Then, the twins Viola and Sebastian crash into the scene, each believing the other has perished in a shipwreck. Viola cleverly disguises herself as a male page and starts working for Orsino. Orsino sends her to Olivia as his emissary, but Olivia is instantly smitten with the messenger. The play weaves these relationships together, creating a complex tapestry that is then beautifully unraveled. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 from 8am to 2pm
Farmers Market at City Hall
The Coral Gables Farmers Market, located at Merrick Park 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.

Saturday, February 28 from 10am to 4pm
Upper Keys Garden Walk
The Garden Club of the Upper Keys invites you to Garden Walk 2026, featuring a wide variety of island garden styles, not otherwise available for viewing. Stroll through the Francis Tracy Garden Center (mm 94 Bayside) grounds from 9am to 4pm while enjoying spectacular vendors of all types, art show, plant sales, artisan wares, and mobile food vendors. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 at 10am
Tropical Beekeepers Hands On Hives
Join the tropical beekeepers for their monthly hands-on exercise inspecting the bee hives at the Fruit and Spice Park. Protective clothing required. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 at 11:30am
Growing Butterfly Host Plants with The Worm Queen
Butterfly gardening is a beautiful and rewarding endeavor, but success depends on meeting the needs of butterflies throughout their entire life cycle. Explore how to create a thriving butterfly habitat by focusing on host plants that support the egg and caterpillar stages of various species. Examine key plants, and when available, observe live caterpillars up close. Participants will also learn how to design and maintain a butterfly-friendly garden that attracts and sustains multiple species. Whether you're new to butterfly gardening or looking to refine your approach, this class will provide the knowledge to attract multiple species of butterflies. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 at noon
The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975
A treasure trove of 16mm material shot by Swedish journalists who came to the US drawn by stories of urban unrest and revolution. Gaining access to many of the leaders of the Black Power Movement -- Stokely Carmichael, Bobby Seale, Angela Davis and Eldridge Cleaver among the -- the filmmakers captured them in intimate moments and remarkably unguarded interviews. Thirty years later, this lush collection was found languishing in the basement of Swedish Television. Director Göran Olsson and co-producer Danny Glover bring this footage to light in a mosaic of images, music and narration chronicling the evolution one of our nation’s most indelible turning points, the Black Power movement. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 at 2pm
Fink Studio Architectural Tour
Join the special architectural tour at the Coral Gables Museum: a tour of Fink Studio at 2506 Ponce, led by Ana Alvarez, Martinez Alvarez Architects, exploring the H. George Fink Studio Building (1925), a landmark of early Coral Gables architecture and a foundational expression of Mediterranean Revival design. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 at 4:30pm
Centennial Stories: Honoring 100 Years of South Florida Cities
The Miami Center for Architecture & Design will present a reception and engaging panel discussion for Centennial Stories: Honoring 100 Years of South Florida Cities, including Coral Gables, exploring the visionary beginnings, distinctive architecture, and enduring cultural identities that continue to shape these communities today. Attendees will hear from a distinguished panel of preservationists including Karelia Martinez Carbonell, president of the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables. The program will be introduced by Opa-locka Mayor John H. Taylor, Jr., moderated by Emmy Award-winning journalist Hank Tester of CBS Miami, with opening remarks from Christine Rupp, Executive Director of Dade Heritage Trust. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 at 6pm
Sounds of Carnival at Fairchild Garden
Enjoy an immersive evening of Samba music, dancers, and celebration at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, featuring the Samba and the Spirit of Rio de Janiero with spectacular light and sound energy. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 from 7 to 10pm
Evening Of Art - Lowe Art Museum
A Night That Reflects the Lowe’s Mission -- Evening of Art is an evening inspired by artists & dedicated to community. Now in its sixth year, the Lowe Art Museum’s Evening of Art has stood as a signature celebration of creativity and culture -- a night when the power of art brings people together in a shared spirit of connection and generosity. Held once a year, this elegant fundraising event transforms the Lowe into a vibrant, after-hours destination where art collectors, patrons, and community supporters gather to celebrate what the museum represents: art for everyone. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 at 7pm
Nicole Parker - The Two FBIs
Attend a book signing and photo op with former Special Agent and author, Nicole Parker, for the launch of her new book, The Two FBIs, chronicling her personal experience as an agent within the Bureau over the length of her twelve-year career. Filled with electrifying stories of violent crime takedowns and heart-wrenchingly tragic investigations, as well as shocking revelations about the administrative state shackling patriotic heroes, The Two FBIs provides a new appreciation for what it takes to keep Americans secure -- and how real the efforts are to cripple the brave souls who preserve our security. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 at 7:45pm
EPiC: Elvis Presley In Concert
Elvis sings and tells his story like never before in a new cinematic experience from visionary filmmaker Baz Luhrmann. While making Elvis (2022), Baz Luhrmann uncovered and restored rare footage from Elvis’s 1970 Las Vegas residency, his 1972 U.S. tour, and previously unseen home movies and audio. The resulting film and soundtrack blend newly restored material with bold remixes, revealing both Presley’s electrifying performances and the intimate humanity behind the legend. Get details online.

Saturday, February 28 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.

Saturday, February 28 at 10pm
Reality Bites
Ben Stiller’s directorial debut is an irreverent look at the harsh realities of life after college that captures the misadventures of Lelaina (Winona Ryder), an aspiring TV production assistant, and her relationships with her sarcastic roommate, Vickie (Janeane Garofalo), friends Sammy (Steve Zahn) and Troy (Ethan Hawke) and an ambitious video executive, Michael (Stiller). A comedic and cultural touchstone, Reality Bites encapsulated the ennui and existential crises of Generation X like no other. Get details online.

During The Month Of March
The Luck Of The Leprechaun - Fairchild Garden
Something magical stirs beneath the leaves at Fairchild Gardens. Follow the map. Trace the clues. Discover golden treasures hidden among palms, orchids, and tropical conservatories. The Luck of the Leprechaun it’s a storybook adventure brought to life across these 83 acres. It’s about wonder, discovery, and the joy of the journey, together. Get details online.

Sunday, March 1 at 4pm
Eliot Kleinberg - Hypocrite’s Row
Attend an event with author and Florida native Eliot Kleinberg -- a trip back to 1920s South Florida. Hypocrite’s Row drops readers and its protagonist into the thick of Prohibition-era chaos. From notorious gangs, walking the fine line of justice, and a mission to avenge the death of a colleague and federal Prohibition agent, Hypocrite’s Row is a nonstop thrill ride. Get details online.

Sunday, March 1 at 6pm
Victor Deupi - Rada Photography
In partnership with Open House Miami, Books & Books presents author and professor at the University of Miami School of Architecture, Victor Duepi, for the release of his latest book, Rada Photography, a biography and archive for the life and works of Annette and Rudi Rada, photographers who captured the rise of Tropical Modern architecture in Miami throughout the 1940s to the 1970s. Get details online.

Tuesday, March 3 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, March 3 at 1:30pm
Plein Aire with Carlos Gallostra at Fairchild Gardens
Claim your ground, set up your spot, and let the beauty of Fairchild Garden be your muse. Paint and draw on location to capture idyllic scenes throughout the garden. This course is designed for those wanting a breath of fresh air, while enjoying the best of Plein Aire rendering in a wide range of media. This course is suitable for the beginner to advanced levels that wish to explore different types of media and approaches to drawing as well as painting. Get details online.

Tuesday, March 3 at 5pm
Bless Their Little Hearts - Free Screening
Attend a free screening of the 1984 American family drama Bless Their Little Hearts on 16mm film at UM Cosford Cinema. This 1984 movie centers on Charlie (Nate Harman), an underemployed, depressed father and husband and his relationships, particularly his strained union his wife Andais (Kaycee Moore). Like Burnett’s somewhat better-known classic of the UCLA film group, Killer of Sheep, Bless Their Little Hearts draws upon Italian Neorealist aesthetics and focuses on working people and their own lives. Woodberry’s incredible soundtrack of blues and jazz gives us a way to hear and feel what goes unspoken by and between the characters, but it also contextualizes the film and the characters in a richly imagined African American artistic world. Where Killer of Sheep unfolds as a series of vignettes, Bless Their Little Hearts is a bit more of a dramatic narrative but still maintains that commitment to documentary-like realism. Lensed by the great Charles Burnett. The event is free and open to the public. Tickets are not required. Get details online.

Wednesday, March 4 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.

Thursday, March 5 at 6:30pm
Richard McGarry - The Grove Scroll
Author and illustrator Richard McGarry takes a stroll through downtown Coconut Grove, all the way back in 1971. The Grove Scroll is a reproduction of the original 104-foot-long continuous streetscape drawing by Richard McGarry, now in the collection of HistoryMiami Museum. This free event is open to the public. Books will be available for purchase the night of the event. This event takes place at Books & Books Coconut Grove, 3409 Main Hwy. Get details online.

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.

Friday, March 6 at 7pm
Feast With The Beasts 2025 - Zoo Miami
Gather up to 8 friends and kick off your night in the exclusive pre-party Beastkeeper lounge, featuring upscale restaurants, premium spirits, and unique encounters with animals. Continue the fun by exploring the main event and venture into the newly introduced cocktail alley. For the remainder of the event, you’ll have full access to your private suite in the Rainforest Lounge. Get details online.

Saturday, March 7 from 10am to 3pm
The Villagers’ Primavera Garden Tour
This ever-popular annual Garden Tour by The Villagers offers an exclusive look inside exceptional private gardens in South Coral Gables and Pinecrest. A celebration of spring, color, and beauty, Primavera highlights the lush, meticulously curated landscapes that define South Florida’s distinctive garden traditions. Now in its 33rd year, the Garden Tour invites guests to experience unique, private tropical retreats while learning directly from Villagers’ members and garden experts who will share insights on each home’s plant varieties, design influences, and special features. Advance tickets may be purchased from Villagers' members for $50, or online via Eventbrite for $55. Tickets will be available on the day of the tour for $60 at the door. Get details online.     

Saturday, March 7 from 4 to 10pm
Giralda Plaza Artisan Market
Flamingo Fling Productions is thrilled to host the Giralda Plaza Artisan Market every first and third Saturday of the month from 4 to 10pm. Experience the best artisan vendors from across South Florida while enjoying fine dining and drinks from the best restaurants in Coral Gables along Giralda Plaza. Featuring over 15 vendors with a variety of products ranging from jewelry, clothing, candles, handbags, accessories and various artisan goods. Get details online.

Sat/Sun, March 14-15 from 10am to 5pm
Orchids in Bloom Weekend at Fairchild Garden
Step into a Botanical Wonderland when Fairchild Garden comes alive with exotic orchids. Each spring, Orchids in Bloom transforms Fairchild into a multi-sensory celebration of color, fragrance, and conservation. With over 150,000 blooming orchids, world-class exhibits, captivating cultural performances, and hands-on science for all ages, this two-day festival is one of South Florida’s most anticipated spring experiences. Whether you’re an orchid collector, a weekend wanderer, or a family looking for an unforgettable day out, Orchids in Bloom offers an experience like no other. Get details online.

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Robert and Robin Burr