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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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the 9 hole Granada Golf Course, within walking distance of Coral Gables City Hall, was previously a pineapple plantation |
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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr. |
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Friday, April 10 is National Sibling Day, a day to appreciate and cherish your brothers and sisters.
Monday, April 13 is Thomas Jefferson's Birthday. He was the nation's first secretary of state, second vice-president, and third president.
Wednesday, April 15 is Titanic Remembrance Day, dedicated to the memory of the loss of the luxury liner Titanic, and over 1500 people who died when she sank on this day in 1912.
Thursday, April 16 is National Eggs Benedict Day, which is to say, also Hollandaise Sauce Appreciation Day.
Saturday, April 18 is Husband Appreciation Day, celebrated on the third Saturday in April.
Saturday, April 18 is Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day), a time to remind people of the deadly consequences of allowing bigotry, hatred, and indifference to become normalized.
Sunday, April 19 is National Garlic Day, promoting the many uses of garlic; a horrible day for vampires. |
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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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Final Weekend
Twenty-One Distinguished Artists - Cernuda Arte
The Gallery is proud to present 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), Giosvany Echevarría (b. 1971), Sandro De La Rosa (b. 1972), Jorge Luis Santos (b. 1973), Enrique Casas (b. 1976), Miguel Florido (b. 1980), Raydel López (b. 1987), Yasiel Elizagaray (b. 1987), and Danuel Méndez (b. 1989). Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 9 at 7pm
Exit 8
A man trapped in an endless sterile subway passageway sets out to find Exit 8. The rules of his quest are simple: do not overlook anything out of the ordinary. If you discover an anomaly, turn back immediately. If you don’t, carry on. Then leave from Exit 8. But even a single oversight will send him back to the beginning. Will he ever reach his goal and escape this infinite corridor? Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 9 at 7pm
You, Me & Tuscany
Anna impulsively jets off to Tuscany, Italy, to stay at a stranger's villa without permission. Caught inside the house by the man's mother, she convinces the woman that she's his fiancée. That little lie soon becomes a big problem when Anna develops a growing attraction to the stranger's handsome cousin. Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 9 at 7:15pm
The Drama
A 2026 American romantic dark comedy film, The Drama is written and directed by Kristoffer Borgli. It stars Zendaya and Robert Pattinson as a happily engaged couple whose relationship is tested by an unexpected revelation during the week before their wedding. It also stars Alana Haim, Mamoudou Athie, and Hailey Gates in supporting roles. Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 9 at 7:30pm
Hamlet
Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedy is reimagined in a bold, modern adaptation set within London’s elite South Asian community. When Hamlet (Riz Ahmed) returns for his father’s funeral, he is stunned to discover his uncle Claudius is marrying his newly widowed mother. Visited by his father’s ghost, Hamlet learns his brutal murder was at the hands of Claudius - and spirals into a quest for vengeance that exposes the rot at the heart of the family’s empire and threatens his own sanity. Get details online. |
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Friday, April 10 at 3:30pm
Popcorn Pals: Family Fun Film Fridays
Friday after school, bring your family and friends to the Coral Gables Library for fun movies and enjoy some delicious popcorn. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online. |
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Friday, April 10 at 6:30pm
Eddy Arriola - It's All About Relationships
Apollo Bank CEO Eddy Arriola will be at Books & Books for the release of his debut book, It's All About Relationships. With experience garnered from an impressive career as founder and CEO of Apollo Bank and Chairman of the Inter-American Foundation, Eddy Arriola has created an actionable guideline for fellow CEOs and leaders, emphasizing the importance of fostering intentional and profitable business relationships. Get details online. |
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Starts Friday, April 10 at 6:30pm
2026 Miami Film Festival
For over four decades, the Miami Film Festival has been a celebration of cinema, showcasing groundbreaking films and hosting influential voices. From 1984 to its evolution into a world-renowned event, the Festival continues to bring the magic of film to Miami’s diverse and passionate audience at Coral Gables Art Cinema. Get details online. |
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Friday, April 10 at 7pm
Patrick Radden Keefe - London Falling
Attend an evening at Coral Gables Congregational Church with Patrick Radden Keefe to celebrate the release of his latest true-crime thriller, London Falling. Against a backdrop of opulence, organized crime, and the shocking death of a beloved son, the mystery of a double life lived in the shadows leads readers down a trail of grief, deceit, and excitement like a lamb to slaughter. Tickets are required. Get details and purchase tickets online. |
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Friday, April 10 at 7pm
UM Baseball vs Wake Forest
The UM Hurricane Baseball team hosts the Wake Forest Demon Deacons coached by Tom Walter for a three game series at Alex Rodriguez Park, Mark Light Field. Get details online. |
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Friday, April 10 at 7:30pm
Adult Children - Miami Film Fest at Cosford Cinema
Morgan (Ella Rubin) is a sheltered 17-year-old, struggling to define who she is in order to write her college entrance essay. When a crisis provides her the rare opportunity to spend time with her three significantly older half-siblings (Betsy Brandt, Thomas Sadoski, Aya Cash), she hopes they’ll be able to shed some light on what it means to be an adult, only to be disappointed when she discovers they’re all faking it. Boasting an endlessly endearing ensemble cast that manages to tackle tough issues with a light hand, Adult Children is an indie classic-in-the-making that never loses sight of the comedy that accompanies growing up. It’s an absolute charmer from start to finish. Get details online. |
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Friday, April 10 at 7:30pm
When Wood and Metal Become Alive - Ensemble Ibis
Ensemble Ibis presents an evening of bold new music at Gusman Concert Hall, featuring the world premiere of When Wood and Metal Become Alive, a concerto for Sinfonietta by San Francisco Bay Area composer Mark Winges. This evocative new work explores the intersection of organic resonance and mechanical force, brought vividly to life by the virtuosic players of Ibis. The program also includes a selection of contemporary works that highlight the ensemble’s commitment to adventurous programming and cutting-edge repertoire. Get details online. |
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Friday, April 10 at 8pm
Seraphic Fire - Surround Sound
The full forces of Seraphic Fire close out this celebratory year with a surround-sound, polychoral experience imported directly from the Basilica of San Marco in Venice, Italy. You’ll be at the center of the action as they sing from every corner of the room. An experience you can only get at Seraphic Fire, the season closes with this aural explosion at Church of The Little Flower. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 at 9am
Baynanza Across the County
Baynanza is Miami-Dade County’s premier celebration of Biscayne Bay as one of South Florida’s most important ecological gems. Among the sites that volunteers can join Baynanza include Matheson Hammock, Chapman Field Park and the Deering Estate. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 at 10am
Florida State Day Celebrations Inauguration
Join the inaugural celebration -- on the Saturday directly after Easter Sunday -- of the Florida State Day known as Pascua Florida Day to commemorate how Florida was named. Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon arrived during the season of the Pascua Florida (Flowery Easter) with the celebration honoring the shared Spanish, Indigenous, African, and Florida heritages that helped shape Florida. The event takes place at The Plaza Coral Gables, 2811 Ponce, near the Consulate of Spain. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 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 galleries at the Coral Gables Museum, featuring recently opened exhibitions ready to explore. Enjoy the return of Roo’s Family Fest, a beloved celebration created especially for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 at 12:30pm
Creative Writing Workshop Series for La Plume Young Writers
This three-part, interactive workshop series is designed to help winners from the La Plume Young Writers' Content develop their creative voices, strengthen their storytelling skills and explore different forms of written expression. Through guided writing activities, discussions and peer sharing, students will gain valuable tools to support their growth as young writers. Call Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 8 to 18 years old. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 at 2pm
Miami Pioneers - South Florida’s Pioneer Legacy
Established in 1936, The Miami Pioneers Historical Society is now celebrating 90 Years. The Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade are pleased to welcome avocational historian Casey Piket with a program on South Florida’s Pioneer Legacy — the origins and legacy of the Miami Pioneers and Natives Of Dade -- a pair of associations that merged into one civic organization, dedicated to preserve the stories, achievements, and contributions of South Florida’s earliest residents, the men and women who transformed a wilderness settlement into one of the nation’s most remarkable cities. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 at 3pm
Poets Against Voter Suppression
Visit Books & Books during National Poetry Month for an hour reading of poems honoring democracy, in protest against voter suppression and the SAVE Act. Featuring poets Peter Balakian, Robin Davidson, Carolyn Forché, Nidia Hernandez, Major Jackson, Ilya Kaminsky, Askold Melnyczuk, Jo-Ann Mort, Valzhyna Mort, and Roberto Tejada. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 at 3pm
Magic: The Gathering for Beginners and Pros
Whether you are new to the game or a seasoned Planeswalker, this casual gameplay event is perfect for all skill levels. This is a premier trading card game where players act as Planeswalkers, using decks of spells and land-based mana to defeat opponents by reducing their life total from 20 to 0. Bring your favorite deck or play using random decks from the Coral Gables Library. Call 305-442-8706 or email: massarellis@mdpls.org. Ages 13 and older. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 from 5 to 11pm
Margarita March
Sip, stroll, and celebrate through Downtown Coral Gables with a curated margarita crawl designed to bring energy, movement, and an elevated nightlife experience to the city. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 at 7pm
Boots and Blooms at Fairchild
Attend a night of Country Music and good old-fashioned line dancing, featuring the Back Country Boys Live at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Enjoy mini moonshine flights, bites from food trucks and picnic baskets. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 at 7pm
Prayer for the French Republic at GableStage
Celebrated playwright Joshua Harmon (Bad Jews, Admissions) pens a darkly funny exploration of history, identity and survival. Since the 1970s the Solomon Benhamou family has worked hard to make Paris into a wonderful home. But when their son comes home beaten because he was wearing a yarmulke, they are forced to question their safety and sense of belonging in the country they love. Twice extended on Broadway, this powerful play blends sharp humor, profound drama and delicious croissants for a story as timely as it is timeless. The play continues until April 19. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 11 at 7:30pm
New Pathways - Frost Wind Ensemble
Two-time Grammy Award-winning soprano Hila Plitmann along with guitarist Steven Thachuk, hailed as a master of interpretation and artistry, join the Frost Wind Ensemble for the world premiere of Sean Hickey’s Congregate Settings and a new work by Donald Grantham honoring the memory of Robert Carnochan, former Frost professor and conductor of the FWE. Get details online. |
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Sunday, April 12 from 10am to 6pm
20th Annual Deering Seafood Festival
Bring the family to the Deering Estate's 20th anniversary of their award-winning Deering Seafood Festival. The Deering Estate Foundation welcomes you to experience this milestone event featuring fresh seafood, chef demos, live entertainment, and kid-friendly activities. Presented by the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board, it's a special celebration honoring two decades of food, fun, and community at the historic Deering Estate. Get details online. |
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Sunday, April 12 at noon
Thom Powers - Mondo Documentary
Thom Powers has a renowned career as a festival programmer in Miami, New York, and Toronto, and as host of the podcast Pure Nonfiction. His new book, Mondo Documentary, shares his insights on over 300 documentaries. It's "a love letter to nonfiction cinema" (Judd Apatow). Attend his talk with Miami filmmaker Billy Corben at Books & Books. Get details online. |
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Sunday, April 12 at 3pm
The Royal Ballet: Giselle (2026)
The supernatural power of Giselle makes it one of the best balletic examples of the 19th-century Romantic genre. The plot’s themes of love, betrayal and redemption were inspired by Heinrich Heine’s De l’Allemagne and Victor Hugo’s poem Fantômes. The world turns upside down for the peasant girl Giselle when she discovers her lover Albrecht is actually a nobleman promised to another. In despair, she kills herself. Her spirit joins the Wilis, the vengeful ghosts of women who have been jilted and die before their wedding day. The Wilis are hell-bent on killing any man who crosses their path in a dance to the death. Wracked with guilt, Albrecht visits Giselle’s grave, where he must face the Wilis -- and Giselle’s ghost. Will he survive? Get details online. |
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Sunday, April 12 at 3pm
Mouse - Miami Film Festival at Cosford Cinema
Between stealing bicycles and breaking into cars, Denny’s only social outlet is spending time with his mother. Driven by loneliness, he signs up for a pen pal service through a classified ad. He begins writing letters to a woman named Tess, whom he develops feelings for and lies to about his nonexistent wealth and success. But the pen pal service is a scheme that Tess and her real-life boyfriend, Maury, run to take advantage of the lonely. So when Tess and Maury find themselves in financial trouble of their own they decide to travel to meet Denny and take him for all he’s worth -- and find upon arrival that things aren’t what they seemed in his letters. Get details online. |
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Sunday, April 12 at 5pm
Cassandra James - Libertad
Celebrate the release of Libertad, the thrilling conclusion to Cassandra James' sweeping seafaring romantasy duology. Perfect for fans of Daughter of the Pirate King and The Hurricane Wars, Libertad follows Ximena Reale, a pirate captain torn between love and loyalty as she faces betrayal, imperial power, and the high cost of freedom on the open seas. Get details online. |
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Sunday, April 12 at 5pm
Cuban Classical Ballet Highlights
This special performance will feature a selection of highlights from the Cuban Classical Ballet's repertoire, showcasing the elegance, technical brilliance, and expressive artistry that define the celebrated Cuban School of Ballet. The evening will celebrate the music and legacy of Cuban and Latin American composers, featuring works inspired by Ernesto Lecuona, Ignacio Cervantes, and others. Through dance, the program honors the rich traditions and cultural heritage that continue to inspire generations across the Americas, blending classical ballet with the vibrant rhythms and musical spirit of Latin America. Get details online. |
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Sunday, April 12 at 5:30pm
Flavia Screening and Reception
Attend the Miami Film Festival at Coral Gables Art Cinema for a screening of Flavia, followed by a reception hosted at Books & Books Coral Gables. Flavia stars Molly Belle Wright as the titular character, alongside Martin Freeman, Toby Jones, and Jonathan Pryce. Based on the popular Flavia de Luce mystery book series, this delightful family film was written by Alan Bradley and counts Miami’s Mitchell Kaplan, Books & Books and Miami Book Fair founder, as a producer. Get details online. |
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Sunday, April 12 at 6pm
Richard Rodgers: An Evening of Song and Story
Broadway comes to The Hub, hosting The Golden Ticket Series Richard Rodgers: An Evening of Song and Story. Richard Rodgers wrote some of the most famous musicals of all time, including The Sound of Music, Oklahoma!, and South Pacific. His collaborations with Lorenz Hart and Oscar Hammerstein II are narrated by Broadway producer Jack Viertel and sung by a quartet of professional vocalists accompanied by a live orchestra. Enjoy masterpieces live, such as "Climb Evr'y Mountain," "Hello Young Lovers," "Some Enchanted Evening," and more. Tickets start at $40 at The Hub at the The Frankel Family Performing Arts Center, 5950 N. Kendall Drive. Get details online. |
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Monday, April 13 at 10am
Community Painting Club at the Library
Unleash your creativity in a fun and supportive environment at the Coconut Grove Library's Community Painting Club. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, this group welcomes all skill levels. Bring your own materials and enjoy a relaxed, collaborative space where you can create, learn, and share your love of art. Call 305-442-8695 or email: hernandezje@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online. |
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Monday, April 13 at 5pm
2026 Stamps Brass Quintet Spring Recital
The ensemble presents its Spring recital with selected works from the brass quintet repertoire and arrangements. Get details online. |
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Monday, April 13 at 8pm
Monday Gaming Night at Taurus
Gamers, get ready. @RobTheRumGuy presents Gaming Night every Monday from 8pm to midnight at The Taurus in Coconut Grove. Grab a controller and jump into couch co-op classics, beat-em-ups, and party games for one to four players. Sip on signature cocktails like the $10 Old Fashioned, $9 Gimlet or Tommy's Margarita, or keep it simple with a $6 Pabst Blue Ribbon. Get details on Instagram. |
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Tuesday, April 14 at 9am
Coral Gables City Commission Meeting
The City of Coral Gables will be holding its Regular Meeting at Police and Fire Headquarters, 2151 Salzedo Street, in the Community Meeting Room. Members of the public may participate in person, but are also able to participate via the Zoom platform. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, April 14 at 10am
The Daughters of the American Revolution
This monthly meeting of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) includes a historical presentation and all are welcome to attend regardless of affiliation. Membership in DAR is open to individuals who can verify their descent from a patriot ancestor who contributed to American independence during the Revolutionary War. Call Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, April 14 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, April 14 at 3:30pm
Reenactments and Screen Encounters: The Latin American Strike Film
Dr. Sara Ann Wells, Director, Center for Visual Cultures and Performance Studies, University of Wisconsin, Madison presents a lecture in the UM Richter Library, Third Floor Conference Room entitled Reenactments and Screen Encounters: The Latin American Strike Film. The presentation focusing on how films use reenactments to represent labor strikes and social struggles in Latin America, often blending archival footage with staged scenes. The lecture explores how these cinematic techniques engage with history, memory, and political resistance. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, April 14 at 7pm
Bonsai Society of Miami
The members of the Bonsai Society promote the knowledge, interest, appreciation and enjoyment of the art of bonsai on second Tuesdays. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30pm
CAM Fest: Live & in Every Color - PLAY
Exciting visuals, creative costumes, and lots of musical fun - Sounds like you’re going to be spending your Saturday night at Knight Center for Music Innovation with Frost’s music video ensemble PLAY -- an exhilarating conclusion to the Spring CAM Fest. Get details online. |
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Tuesday, April 14 at 7:30pm
Balourdet Quartet with Pianist Asiya Korepanova
Experience the intensity of Shostakovich’s deeply personal Piano Quintet alongside the exuberant lyricism of Dvořák’s Quintet in A major, Op. 81. Featuring: Dmitri Shostakovich: Piano Quintet and Antonín Dvořák: Quintet in A major, Op. 81 at Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Boulevard. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, April 15 at 7:30pm
Miles Davis's Centennial Revue - Frost Studio Jazz Band
Visionary, restless, and always ahead of the curve, Miles Davis reshaped jazz -- and popular music -- every decade from the 1950s through the 1990s. From his bebop beginnings with Charlie Parker to the cool lyricism of Kind of Blue, the orchestral sweep of Sketches of Spain, the electric experiments of Bitches Brew, and the funk-infused grooves of his final band in 1991, Davis created a catalogue that defines the jazz canon. To mark the year of his centennial, Professor Etienne Charles and the Frost Studio Jazz Band trace that remarkable arc through the many sounds of Miles. Get details online. |
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Wednesday, April 15 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, April 16 at 2:30pm
Stranger Than Fiction: UM Short Documentary Awards
A great documentary film captures the human spirit, and this diverse block of films captures that and more. University of Miami Documentary Award Presentation. Five films are featured award winners. Arepas En Bici: A chef cycles through San Francisco, weaving through memories of his immigration and dreams of sharing traditional Venezuelan cuisine. If You Really Love Me, Outlive Me: An intimate portrait of honky-tonk icon Dale Watson and his wife Celine Lee, using their music to explore a life rooted in Americana. They Call Me The Tattoo Witch: In Hanoi, Vietnam, tattoo artist Tran Ngoc transforms scars into art, challenging taboos in a society where tattoos are often stigmatized. Through deeply personal stories, this powerful film explores how ink becomes a tool for healing, reclamation, and self-love. Oh Whale: A small Oregon town, an exploding whale, and the man who made the story famous. Hilda O. Vs The State of New York: Empowered by new legislation, at age 81, Hilda Onley seeks justice for the sexual abuse she endured as a teen in 1958 at the New York State Training School for Girls. This is the story of Hilda's fight, after 65 years of silence, to hold the system that failed her accountable. Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 16 at 5:30pm
Jorge Sánchez Of SMI Landscape Architecture
Jorge Sanchez and Claudia Visconti will lecture for the third installment of the Teofilo Victoria lecture series at Coral Gables Museum. Jorge Sánchez’s interest in plants, architecture and history has led him to landscape design. SMI Landscape Architecture, Inc. maintains a philosophy which incorporates a botanical garden approach fused with the historic and classical formal garden design framework, creating exotic and thoughtful design solutions. In addition to creating beautiful, usable spaces, SMI is also known for its preservation and restoration of old landscapes. SMI is the recipient of numerous awards, including the Arthur Ross Award. Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 16 at 6pm
Dade Heritage Trust 2026 Preservation Awards
Join Dade Heritage Trust as they honor people, organizations and businesses working to build a better Miami-Dade for all through historic preservation. DHT and friends enjoy and evening of great food and an open bar to honor great preservation projects and announce the 2026-27 Board of Directors in this beautiful historic venue - the Cocoplum Woman's Club at 1375 Sunset Drive. Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 16 at 6pm
South Florida Jewelry Arts Guild
The South Florida Jewelry Arts Guild is a thriving jewelry arts community which includes artists working in metals, glass, seed beads, metal and polymer clays and others who incorporate both novel materials and techniques in their work. This dynamic group meets monthly for educational presentations, workshops and networking opportunities. Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 16 at 6:30pm
Miami Wine Club - Wine Dinner Experience by Colomé
Enjoy a special wine event at Baires Grill (180 Aragon Ave), an exclusive guided wine dinner featuring the wines of Bodega Colomé -- including the legendary Altura Máxima Malbec, produced at the highest altitude vineyard in the world. This 4-course dinner fully paired with four Colomé wines is guided by Martín Coscia. Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 16 at 7:05pm
The Christophers
Julian Sklar was once a star of London’s 1960s and 70s pop art explosion, but he hasn’t painted in decades and has been broke for years. His two estranged children, desperate for an inheritance, hire Lori, an art restorer and former forger, to pose as a prospective assistant in order to access eight unfinished canvases Julian has buried deep in storage. Her plan is to complete them, then return them to storage, where they are to be "discovered" upon Julian’s death. Get details online. |
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Thursday, April 16 at 9:30pm
Lee Cronin's The Mummy
The young daughter of a journalist disappears into the desert without a trace. Eight years later, the broken family is shocked when she's returned to them. However, what should be a joyful reunion soon turns into a living nightmare as she starts to transform into something truly horrifying. Get details online. |
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Friday, April 17 from noon to 4pm
Friday Power Lunch and Extended Happy Hour
Unwind from your week with delectable lunch selections during Power Lunch at Beauty And The Butcher, now featuring an extended Happy Hour from noon until 7pm. Get details online. |
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Friday, April 17 from 6 to 9pm
Parents Night Out at the Country Club
Reclaim your Friday night by dropping the kids off at the Coral Gables Golf & Country Club. Enjoy a date night, catch up with friends, or simply unwind while your kids have fun at the kids lounge on Friday night, from 6 to 9pm. Kids activities include arts & crafts, video games, table games, group activities and more. Get details online. |
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Friday, April 17 at 8pm
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - A Musical Comedy
The UM Department of Theatre Arts proudly presents a timeless classic brought to the stage at Jerry Herman Theatre. Frederick Frankenstein, the grandson of the famous Victor Frankenstein, inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania. With the help of his hunchbacked sidekick, Igor, and his tall lab assistant, Inga, Frederick steps into the shoes of his ancestors as a mad scientist. "It's alive!" he shouts as he brings to life a creature that's just as amazing as his grandfather's. Of course, the monster eventually escapes, and the fun never stops. Special recognition to Friends of Theatre who have generously supported the Department of Theatre Arts and the Jerry Herman Theatre for over 50 years. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 18 at 3:30pm
Villagers' Magical History Tour
Celebrate the Villagers 60th Anniversary with a Magical History Tour and 60s-theme Party. History buffs and hip guests have the option to attend the tour or party, or combine the two and do the whole shebang. All festivities will begin and end at the 100-year-old Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd. Bus tour check in begins at 3:30pm for the 2.5-hour trip showcasing Villagers’ historic preservation success stories. The Villager member-led tour will travel between 30+ sites, with at least one stop along the way. From 6:30 to 8:30pm, party-goers will groove to live 60s tunes and nibble elevated retro treats. Guests can score some special surprises and far-out finds at the silent and live auctions. In keeping with the '60s anniversary theme, tickets are just $60 for each portion of this adult-only event (that’s $120 for the whole scene). Proceeds support local historic preservation. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 18 at 6pm
35th Reach For The Stars Gala Auction
Actors' Playhouse presents Oh What A Night, their 35th annual Reach For The Stars Gala Auction at the Miracle Theatre. The iconic Miracle Theatre is transformed into a dazzling showcase of generosity, complete with gourmet cuisine, premium cocktails, and one of South Florida’s most dynamic auction experiences. This $250 Black Tie event is their signature fundraiser of the season. Get details and purchase tickets online. |
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Sunday, April 19 at 10am
Walking Tour of UM Art
Drive or bike to the University of Miami where tour guide Elvis Fuentes, Director of the Coral Gables Museum, will lead a walk around the scenic UM campus touring many of the art pieces on display. Start at the Lowe Art Museum, 1301 Stanford Drive. Get details online. |
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Sunday, April 19 at 4pm
Greater Miami Symphonic Band 17th Annual Chamber & Solo Concert
Attend a free concert celebrating the Greater Miami Symphonic Band's 17th year of chamber and solo concert music performances, showcasing the talented musicians and friends of the band. Invite your family, friends, neighbors, and colleagues to Kendall United Methodist Church, 7600 SW 104 Street in Pinecrest. Admission is free, but donations are always appreciated. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 18 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. |
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Friday, April 24 at 7pm
Fashions & Florals: Nightfall in the Garden
Attend the Coral Gables Garden Club's Nightfall in the Garden with Fashion Designer Julian Chang, dinner, dancing, a silent auction, and a National Garden Club standard flower show at the Coral Gables Country Club. Get details online. |
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Saturday, April 25 at 8pm
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - A Musical Comedy
The UM Department of Theatre Arts proudly presents a timeless classic brought to the stage at Jerry Herman Theatre. Frederick Frankenstein, the grandson of the famous Victor Frankenstein, inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania. With the help of his hunchbacked sidekick, Igor, and his tall lab assistant, Inga, Frederick steps into the shoes of his ancestors as a mad scientist. "It's alive!" he shouts as he brings to life a creature that's just as amazing as his grandfather's. Of course, the monster eventually escapes, and the fun never stops. Special recognition to Friends of Theatre who have generously supported the Department of Theatre Arts and the Jerry Herman Theatre for over 50 years. Get details online. |
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Starting Wednesday, May 13 at 8pm
Dial M for Murder at Miracle Theatre
Actors' Playhouse presents a fresh take on the edge-of-your-seat mystery that inspired Hitchcock’s masterpiece. Dial M for Murder is a suspenseful thriller weaving a twisted web of blackmail, passion and revenge. Tony, a scheming husband, believes he has devised the perfect crime to punish his adulterous wife. But when his carefully laid plan goes awry, everyone is caught in its snare. A timeless psychological thriller that will keep you guessing until the very end. Get details online. |
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Starting Friday, May 15 at 7:30pm
Eureka Day at GableStage
A Regional Premiere. Fresh from Broadway, this uproariously funny drama is a punishingly sharp satire of the oppressively progressive Eureka Day School in Berkeley, scones and militant inclusivity rule the weekly board meeting, where four self-consciously woke parents -- led be a Rumi-reciting headmaster -- can only act through strict consensus. But when a mumps outbreak forces the community to reconsider the school’s liberal vaccine policy, the board faces its worst nightmare: making a decision that won’t please absolutely everybody. Get details online. |
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April - Empowermelt
Burger For A Cause at JohnMartin's
Now at JohnMartin's, a monthly rotating Charity Burger where $5 from every burger sold is donated directly to a featured local nonprofit. Order the Empowermelt Burger to benefit EasterSeals during the month of April. Get details online. |
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Urban Sketchers
See The World One Sketch At A Time
Urban Sketchers is a global community of sketchers dedicated to the practice of on-location drawing. They share a love for the places where they live and travel -- one drawing at a time. Their global sketchbook is a space where diverse cultures, styles, backgrounds, and locations come together. Explore thousands of sketches from artists across the globe, join a local chapter, become a sketcher, or learn more about the organization. Get details online. |
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