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

the artful French City Village on Hardy Avenue, one of seven distinct international period-revival villages in Coral Gables, presents specific architectural details like enclosed courtyard walls, private rear gardens, and front-opening garages

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Coral Gables scenic photo illustrations © Robin and Robert Burr.

Thursday, October 1 is International Coffee Day, a time to celebrate coffee around the world.

Monday, October 5, the first Monday in October, is Child Health Day, via presidential proclamation to observe exercises to stimulate or increase people’s awareness of the need for a year-round program to protect and develop children’s health in the United States.

Sunday, October 4 is the traditional end of the German Oktoberfest, signifying the day the beer finally ran dry at the original celebration.

Sunday, October 4 celebrates the Feast of St Francis of Assisi. Pets are blessed on St. Francis’ feast day because of his love for animals as expressed in his Canticle of Creatures in the Christian doctrine.

Sunday, October 4 is Taco Day, celebrating the simple pleasure of a tortilla filled with beef, chicken, vegetables, pork or seafood and served with cheese, cilantro or onions as garnish. Don't forget your favorite hot sauce.

Tuesday, October 6 is German American Day, to honor the anniversary of German-American culture in the United States. The date commemorates October 6, 1683, when 13 German Mennonite families from Krefeld arrived in Philadelphia aboard the ship Concord and founded Germantown, Pennsylvania.

Friday, October 9 is Leif Erikson Day, celebrating his landing on the shores of North America around 1000 A.D. October 9 represents the arrival of the ship Restauration in New York Harbor on October 9, 1825, which carried the first group of organized Norwegian immigrants to the United States.

Monday, October 12 is Columbus Day and Discoverer's Day, celebrating the spirit of exploration and discovery. The holiday is always on the second Monday in October.

Monday, October 12 is Indigenous People's Day, celebrating and honoring indigenous American peoples and commemorating their histories and cultures, often as an alternative to Columbus Day.

Tuesday, October 13, the second Tuesday of October, is Ada Lovelace Day, celebrating the world’s first computer programmer. The day commemorates the lives of women in the field of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

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

Now On Exhibit
Art Gallery or Museum? You Decide.
Cernua Arte celebrates 100 years since the birth of master painter Gina Pellón with a new exhibition of more than twenty paintings, collages, and works on paper: Gina Pellón: Centennial (1926-2026). A titan of Cuban art in exile, Pellón fled to Paris in 1959, where she pioneered a unique expressionist visual language alongside master Surrealists and Europe’s avant-garde. This collection highlights her use of striking color and abstract female forms that embody what critics called "The Joy Of Being." Pellón's five-decade career spanned 150 global exhibitions. Her masterpieces reside in collections worldwide, including the Musée d'Art Moderne and the Lowe Art Museum. Come celebrate 100 years of this extraordinary artist, whose archive is proudly handled by Cernuda Arte, located at 3155, 3143 and 3160 Ponce de Leon Blvd. Call 305-461-1050. Get details online.

Save The Date
Saturday, November 7 at 5:30pm
One Night in the Tropics 2026
The University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Tropical Research and Education Center invites you to attend their annual One Night In The Tropics fundraiser at 18905 SW 280 Street. The event is hosted on the first Saturday in November, which is recognized as Farmer's Month in Miami-Dade County. Enjoy good food, great music and dancing, and the company of UF/IFAS TREC's world-class scientists amid tropical fruit-filled groves and ornamental plants. For more information, contact Monique Scoggin at 786-217-9226 or get details online.

Thursday, October 1, from 9 to 11am
Coffee With A Cop
Start your day off right at Coffee with a Cop at Crema Gourmet at the Thesis Hotel, 1350 South Dixie Highway. Enjoy coffee and light snacks as you meet your local police officers. Get details online.

Thursday, October 1 at 5:30pm
2026 Coral Gables Candidates Forum
The Gables Good Government committee presents their candidates forum at the Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue starting at 5:30pm. Get details and RSVP online.

Thursday, October 1 at 6pm
Lowe Art Museum Opening Reception: Helen Frankenthaler
Attend a special opening reception celebrating ArtLab @ the Lowe: Let the Picture Lead: Helen Frankenthaler and Her Circle. Celebrating a significant gift of prints from the Helen Frankenthaler Foundation through the Frankenthaler Prints Initiative, this exhibition situates the artist's work within the broader context of postwar American art. Bringing together works on paper as well as paintings by Mary Abbott, Milton Avery, Friedel Dzubas, Elaine de Kooning, Willem de Kooning, Adolph Gottlieb, Grace Hartigan, Hans Hofmann, Lee Krasner, Norman Lewis, Robert Motherwell, Rufino Tamayo, and, above all -- Frankenthaler herself. The show explores the artistic exchanges and affinities that shaped this iconic period. Get details online.

Thursday, October 1 at 6pm
A Good Book Book Club - Suburban Jungle & Other Stories
Connect with fellow readers in person or online for a lively discussion of this month's book: Suburban Jungle & Other Stories by Jo Avent. A social-climbing mom determined to impress the alpha PTA queen. Bickering colleagues finding solidarity on a disastrous work outing. A young woman hiding a savage secret as she navigates the brutal world of city dating. In her debut collection of short fiction, Jo Avent doesn't flinch from the messy truth of human ties. Suburban Jungle & Other Stories is by turns sharp, funny, and thought-provoking -- an exploration of what we risk for belonging: betrayal, regret, and the uneasy thrill of being known. Call The Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Thursday, October 1 at 7pm
Digger
Academy Award-winning filmmaker Alejandro G. Iñárritu returns with his original film Digger, a satirical black comedy starring Tom Cruise in the title role. The most powerful man in the world embarks on a frantic mission to prove he is humanity’s savior before the disaster he’s unleashed destroys everything. Get details online.

Thursday, October 1 at 7:30pm
Telegraph Quartet at Newman Recital Hall
Formed in San Francisco, the group balances standard classical repertoire with adventurous 20th- and 21st-century contemporary works. Described by the San Francisco Chronicle as "powerfully adept... with a combination of brilliance and subtlety." Winners of the Grand Prize at the 2014 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition and the prestigious 2016 Walter W. Naumburg Chamber Music Award. Expect a precise program of string repertoire from the award-winning Telegraph Quartet. Featuring Eric Chin and Joseph Maile, violins; Pei-Ling Lin, viola; and Jeremiah Shaw, cello. Get details online.

Friday, October 2 from 6 to 10pm
First Friday Gables Gallery Night
Coral Gables galleries and participating art venues open their doors on the first Friday of the month as part of Coral Gables Gallery Night. At this monthly event, attendees can enjoy live music and fine art while enjoying a night out in the City Beautiful. Participating art venues include Garcia Art Gallery, 102 Giralda Avenue; H. Benitez Fine Art Gallery, 233 Aragon Avenue; Cernuda Arte, 3155 Ponce; and Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue. Visitors are encouraged to use the city's trolleys or Freebee on-demand vehicles to travel between galleries. Get details online.

Friday, October 2 from 6 to 10pm
Gallery Night at Americas Collection
The Americas Collection open their doors to the public every first Friday of the month to enjoy complimentary drinks and music while discovering new art. Get details online.

Friday, October 2 at 7pm
Amor en Acción 50th Anniversary Gala
The Amor en Acción 50th Anniversary Golden Jubilee Gala at the Coral Gables Country Club is a milestone celebration honoring five decades of Catholic missionary service in Haiti. The event raises vital funds for humanitarian aid, education, nutrition, and healthcare programs serving children and families in need. Get details online.

Friday, October 2 at 7:30pm
Allie Biancoviso Jazz Orchestra
The Allie Biancoviso Jazz Orchestra will present repertoire influenced by many genres of music at the First United Methodist Church, 536 Coral Way. Drawing inspiration from jazz, today's popular styles, and Cuban music, the audience can expect a wide variety of grooves throughout the evening. The program will feature many of Biancoviso's original compositions and arrangements, as well as familiar favorites the audience will recognize, and will showcase many members of the ensemble throughout the night. This is a free concert and the public is invited to attend. Call 305-445-2578. Get details online. 

Friday, October 2 at 7:30pm
Free Salsa Class at the Coral Gables Museum
Join Fred Astaire Dance Studios for a free, beginner-friendly salsa class during Gallery Night at the Coral Gables Museum. Open to all ages, with no partner or prior experience needed. Bring your dancing shoes. Get details online.

Friday, October 2 at 8pm
The Rocky Horror Picture Show at Pinecrest Gardens
Presented in partnership with City Theatre Miami, The Rocky Horror Picture Show returns to the Banyan Bowl for an immersive outdoor experience. Watch the cult classic film under the stars while a live cast performs alongside the movie, bringing iconic characters, songs, and moments to life -- a night filled with music, laughter, audience participation, and plenty of surprises. Upgrade your evening with the VIP Cocktail Experience, featuring a cast meet-and-greet, signature drink, popcorn, and preferred seating. Don't miss the Costume Contest with cash prizes and the interactive traditions that make this one of the most unique movie nights of the year. Get details online.

Friday, October 2 at 8pm
Tremora at The Burrow
The Burrow is thrilled to welcome Carlos Escanilla -- joined by the full force of Tremora. Born in Miami and forged through soul, rock, blues, and funk, Tremora delivers a sound that is both timeless and unmistakably their own. Led by Carlos Escanilla, the band blends powerful vocals, soaring horns, expressive strings, and a dynamic rhythm section into performances that move effortlessly from intimate moments of quiet reflection to electrifying bursts of energy. Get details online.

Friday, October 2 at 8:30pm
The History Of Concrete
After attending a workshop on how to write and sell a Hallmark movie, filmmaker John Wilson tries to use the same formula to sell a documentary about concrete. Get details online.

Saturday, October 3 from 10am to 4pm
Her Market at Pinecrest Gardens
Attend a community-focused outdoor market at Pinecrest Gardens featuring apparel, handmade crafts, unique jewelry, home goods, natural skincare, art, and local artisan foods while supporting female entrepreneurs and creatives. Get details online.

Saturday, October 3 from 10am to 5pm
Fairchild Member's Day Plant Sale
Once a year, Fairchild presents the Member’s Day Plant Sale -- one of the most beloved events at the Garden, and a venerable tradition among serious gardeners. Enjoy in-person plant shopping with horticulturists available to provide expert guidance, plus optional guided tours. Get details online.

Saturday, October 3 at 10:30am
South Florida Writer's Association "Author's Voice"
Engage in lively discussions with fellow writers and guest speakers to acquire valuable writing tips, either at the library or online via Zoom. Register to receive a Zoom link by visiting southfloridawriters.org. Call the Pinecrest Library at 305-668-4571 or email: booke@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Saturday, October 3 at noon
A Dose of Fun: The Wonder Show!
Experience the Family Theatre Series at GableStage. Puppets! Music! and Play! Spend your family time at GableStage with an original theatrical experience created for the young and young at heart. Join Chef Kitty on a magical quest through the Realm of Wonder, filled with knights, pirates, mermaids, and a not-so-scary dragon. After the show, join the cast for a talkback and an interactive puppet making workshop. Get details online.

Saturday, October 3 at 1pm
The Metropolitan Opera: Così Fan Tutte
The Met: Live in HD season continues at Landmark Theatre with Mozart's satirical comedy of fickle young love. Phelim McDermott's staging, inspired by Coney Island in the 1950s, sets the uproarious story at a boardwalk amusement park, where the two pairs of lovers at the heart of the tale find themselves on one emotional -- and literal -- thrill ride after another. Soprano Federica Lombardi and mezzo-soprano Samantha Hankey sing Fiordiligi and Dorabella, opposite tenor Duke Kim and baritone Andrey Zhilikhovsky as Ferrando and Guglielmo. Bass-baritone Gerald Finley reprises his portrayal of the cynical Don Alfonso, with soprano Ana María Martínez as the witty maid Despina. Get details online.

Saturday, October 3 at 2pm
The Garden of Eating - Oktoberfest
Learn about Oktoberfest cuisine and traditions while sampling a variety of classic German dishes at the Coral Gables Library. Call 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. All ages are welcome. Get details online.

Saturday, October 3 from 4 to 10pm
Giralda Plaza Artisan Market
Discover more than 20 South Florida artisans and small businesses selling handmade jewelry, hand-poured candles, ceramics, vintage clothing, and pet products on the first and third Saturdays of the month at 120 Giralda Ave. Al fresco dining and drinks are available from surrounding neighborhood restaurants and bars. Admission is free. Get details on Instagram.

Saturday, October 3 at 7:30pm
Becoming: Music of Search, Fracture, and Self - Ensemble Ibis
Shawn Crouch, directs a journey through 20th and 21st century works exploring the search for one's true self. At its center is Try by Frost's 2026 Distinguished Composer in Residence, Andrew Norman, a raw, physical piece about effort, failure, and starting again, at the Knight Center for Music Innovation, Newman Recital Hall at 5513 San Amaro Drive. Get details online.

Saturday, October 3 at 7:30pm
Weather Girl
GableStage presents Weather Girl. Reporting live from Fresno! Ella Olesen stars as a California weather girl who struggles to deliver forecasts about our climate-stricken planet with unflinching optimism. Beneath her sunshiny veneer lurks something fantastically primal, something that may be the key to saving us all. This blistering dark comedy by Brian Watkins was named one of The New York Times’ Best Plays of 2025. The play continues through October 18. Get details online.

Saturday, October 3 at 8pm
Treasure Island - A New Adventure
Set sail for Skull Island at UM's Jerry Herman Theatre. Treasure Island: A New Adventure brings the beloved tale of pirates, buried treasure, and high-seas excitement to life in a fun, zippy new adaptation. Join Jim Hawkins, his mother Ruth, and a colorful crew of heroes, rogues, and pirates on a daring voyage where danger lurks around every corner and treasure may be just around the bend. Adventure awaits! Get details online.

Sunday, October 4 from 10am to 4:30pm
Paws In The Pool
It's a dog's life at Venetian Pool on Sunday. Smaller dogs are welcome from 10am to 1pm. Larger Dogs from 2 to 4:30pm. Get details online. 

Sunday, October 4 at noon
A Woman Under The Influence
Charting Gena Rowlands’s transformation as Mabel from endearingly kooky to bleakly incoherent (and back again), John Cassavetes’s A Woman Under the Influence is perhaps the most important examination of mental health ever captured onscreen. Cassavetes observes the ricochets between Mabel’s health and her in-laws’ influence. But at the heart of this film is her relationship with her conservative husband (an equally amazing Peter Falk), who struggles in vain to pull Mabel out of her decline. Both tough-as-bricks and delicate, A Woman Under the Influence goes straight for the throat. Get details online.

Sunday, October 4 at 3:30pm
Lady
The movie is preceded by a Tea Party Reception. Lady is an absurdist comedy about a lonely, self-obsessed aristocrat who dupes a struggling, opportunistic director into filming her every move. While pursuing her artistic expression, Lady Isabella’s life takes a surreal turn as she realizes if she’s not in the spotlight, she might just disappear. Get details online.

Sunday, October 4 at 4pm
Shared Spaces - Frost Wind Ensemble
Reflecting the Frost Wind Ensemble’s commitment to contemporary voices, innovative programming, and meaningful artistic partnerships, Shared Spaces reflects the pairing of a landmark work of the contemporary repertoire with an important new premiere. This concert at Gusman Concert Hall offers audiences an engaging and forward‑looking musical experience -- one that celebrates virtuosity, creativity, and the powerful connections forged through sound. Get details online. Get details online.

Sunday, October 4 at 4pm
Bergonzi Piano Trio
The Bergonzi Piano Trio will perform the delightful "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" Variations by Ludwig van Beethoven, and the beautiful Andante from the G Minor Opus 17 trio by Clara Schumann. The program will conclude with a performance of the evocative Piano Trio in D Minor Opus 32 of Anton Arensky at Knight Center for Music Innovation, Newman Recital Hall, 5513 San Amaro Drive. Get details online.

Monday, October 5 at 7pm
Jazz MIA presents Ashley Pezzotti
A rising star in the New York jazz scene, Ashley Pezzotti blends the elegance, rhythmic sophistication, and infectious joy of the great jazz vocalists who came before her. Just in her 20s, Pezzotti has already made her mark, touring and recording with jazz legends like Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO), and icons such as Arturo Sandoval, Dee Dee Bridgewater, and piano prodigy Joey Alexander. Enjoy the performance at the Westchester Culture Arts Center, 7930 SW 40th Street. Get details online.

Monday, October 5 at 7:30pm
Casino Royale - 20th Anniversary
After receiving a license to kill, British Secret Service agent James Bond (Daniel Craig) heads to Madagascar, where he uncovers a link to Le Chiffre (Mads Mikkelsen), a man who finances terrorist organizations. Learning that Le Chiffre plans to raise money in a high-stakes poker game, MI6 sends Bond to play against him, gambling that their newest Double-O operative will topple the man’s organization. Get details online.

Tuesday, October 6 at 8:30am
4th Annual State of the Arts - Coral Gables 2026
State of the Arts of Coral Gables was established by Sanctuary Of The Arts with support from the Coral Gables Community Foundation's Community Education Program, initiating an inclusive, community-wide conversation with leaders from Coral Gables. The arts, businesses, civic organizations and residents provide insights and updates regarding the measurable impact of arts programming in the community. Tom Hudson, Interim CEO of WLRN, will moderate the event. Get details online.

Tuesday, October 6 from 5 to 9pm
National Night Out
Stop by National Night Out at Phillips Park, 90 Menores Avenue to meet the Coral Gables Police and Fire departments and the University of Miami Police Department. Enjoy a free, family-friendly evening with food, games, bounce houses, a K-9 demonstration and more. Get details online.

Beware: October 7–13
King Tides Season Warning
It's that time of year -- beware of the rising levels of Biscayne Bay and the canals, affecting low-lying areas near the coast like Matheson Hammock Beach and marina. On full moons and high tides, and especially with heavy rains, it's best to take caution to avoid contact with salt water. Tides will be high again October 24–30. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 7 at 10am
Mr. Deeds Goes To Town - 90th Anniversary
A cinema classic. This Frank Capra satire is about Longfellow Deeds (Gary Cooper), a greeting card poet from a small-town in Vermont who leads a simple life until he inherits a vast fortune from a late uncle. Soon, unscrupulous lawyer John Cedar (Douglas Dumbrille) brings Deeds to New York City, where the unassuming heir is the object of much media attention. When wily reporter Babe Bennett (Jean Arthur) gains the trust and affection of Deeds, she uses her position to publish condescending articles about him -- but are her feelings for him really that shallow? Capra's direction won an Oscar for this Best Picture nominee, and nominations also went to titular star Gary Cooper and screenwriter Robert Riskin. Call the Coral Gables Library at 305-442-8706 or email: capleybr@mdpls.org. Ages 19 years and older. Get details online.

Wednesday, October 7 at 8pm
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, October 8 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.

Thursday, October 8 at 7pm
Pub 52 Gastropub Karaoke
Silver Dragon Entertainment presents Karaoke That Cares every Thursday night from 7-11pm at Pub 52 Gastropub + Kitchen. Try amazing starters or entrees like Stone Oven Flatbreads which are on special for only $8.99. Quench your thirst with $5 drafts or $6 house drinks. Check it out on instagram.

Thursday, October 8 at 7pm
Coral Gables Woman’s Club Music Series
Enjoy the Dolly Parton tribute event at the Woman's Club, 1009 East Ponce, an episode in their Music Series. Get details online.

Thursday, October 8 at 7:30pm
Henry Mancini Reimagined - HMI Big Band
The Henry Mancini Institute Big Band presents an evening celebrating the timeless music of Henry Mancini through a fresh lens, featuring new arrangements crafted by members of the Studio Jazz Writing program. This concert reimagines Mancini’s iconic melodies with contemporary jazz voices, highlighting the creativity and individuality of emerging composers and arrangers. Each piece reflects a deep respect for Mancini’s legacy while exploring new harmonic colors, textures, and rhythmic approaches for the modern big band. The result is a vibrant program that bridges classic cinematic jazz with the evolving language of today’s writers and performers at Knight Center for Music Innovation, Newman Recital Hall, 5513 San Amaro Drive. Get details online.

Thursday, October 8 at 7:30pm
Eric Silberger - Vivaldi's The Four Seasons
Time Of Harmony presents Eric Silberger performing Vivaldi´s The Four Seasons with special guest Amanda Kobayashi Nunez, who began the violin at the age of 3 and the piano at the age of 4. She is a member of Principal Orchestra first violin section of Florida Youth Orchestra. Get details online.

Thursday, October 8 at 7:30pm
The Social Reckoning
A companion piece to the hit film The Social Network, Aaron Sorkin’s original screenplay is based on the events that gave rise to the Wall Street Journal’s shocking exposé — The Facebook Files. The film is inspired by the true story of how Frances Haugen (Madison), a young Facebook engineer, enlists the help of Jeff Horwitz (White), a Wall Street Journal reporter, to go on a dangerous journey that ends up blowing the whistle on the social network’s most guarded secrets. Get details online.

Thursday, October 8 at 7:45pm
The Beast
An American action film directed by Renny Harlin, The Beast stars Samuel L. Jackson, Joel Kinnaman, Colin Morgan and Guy Burnet. The most secure presidential vehicle ever built becomes the center of a fight for America. When unidentified hostiles coordinate a coup against the United States, the president uncovers the extent of The Beast's highly classified offensive capabilities. Separated from his wife, the president must learn to control The Beast -- and the monster inside himself -- to save his life, Secret Service agent Taft, and the country. Get details online.

Thursday, October 8 at 8pm
Comedy at The Hub - Danny Jolles
Danny Jolles is an LA-based multi-hyphenate comedian best known for playing the role of George in the CW’s Crazy Ex-Girlfriend from Rachel Bloom. Additional credits in the acting space include spots on Ramy (Hulu), Corporate (Comedy Central), Aunty Donna’s Big Ol’ House of Fun (Netflix), and Ted (Peacock). Drinks and bites available for purchase at 7pm. Get details online.

Friday, October 9 from 7 to 11pm
Art In The Park
Bringing live music, visual arts, food, and community in the heart of Coral Gables, Art in the Park creates memorable experiences for residents and visitors alike, presented by Mastec. Get details online.

Friday, October 9 at 8pm
Jekyll & Hyde
Broadway’s Gothic musical thriller Jekyll & Hyde will ignite the stage with its gripping tale of ambition, obsession and the darkness that lives within us all. Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s timeless tale, the musical follows the brilliant Dr. Henry Jekyll as he risks everything to separate the good and evil in mankind, only to unleash a terrifying and uncontrollable alter ego. As his experiment spirals into a deadly battle for his soul, the consequences threaten everything he holds dear. Featuring a thunderous pop-rock score including showstoppers like "This Is the Moment" and "Someone Like You," Jekyll & Hyde is a sweeping, emotionally charged musical experience that will leave audiences breathless. Get details online.

Sat/Sun, October 10–11 from 10am to 5pm
Orchids in October - Fairchild Garden
Celebrate the beauty of orchids this fall at Orchids in October -- a perfect South Florida autumn day exploring Fairchild Garden during this beloved annual tradition. More than a plant show -- it’s a full Garden experience. Marvel at butterflies in Wings of the Tropics, let your kids play freely at The Children’s Garden, and take a refreshing walk through the misty cloud forest, the only tropical rainforest in the continental U.S. Get details online.

Saturday, October 10 at 2pm
Miami Pioneers Historical Society 90th Anniversary
The Miami Pioneers and Natives of Dade welcome one and all to join their 90th anniversary celebration of the founding the Miami Pioneers Historical Society. Fourteen original settlers chartered their venerable pioneer’s club organization on October 21, 1936. Their purpose was to honor those brave and resilient settlers that created a prosperous city in the tropical wilds of South Florida. The first eligibility requirement was to have settled in Miami before the year 1900. The second was to be at least 50 years old, making membership quite exclusive. The group will welcome speakers, friends and history aficionados from near and far. Please RSVP online. All are welcome. Get details online.

Friday, October 16 at 7:30pm
Serenade to Music - Seraphic Fire
Season 24 for Seraphic Fire opens with Serenade to Music -- a celebratory program welcoming Seraphic Fire’s new Artistic Director, Dr. James K. Bass. Spanning more than three centuries of choral artistry, this luminous concert features works never before performed live for local audiences. Vaughan Williams’ Serenade to Music pairs piano, solo violin, and chorus in a radiant tapestry of Romantic lyricism. Eric Whitacre’s When David Heard offers an unaccompanied tour de force of vocal color and profound emotional depth. Buxtehude’s Baroque meditation Ad Manus is reimagined through Caroline Shaw’s contemporary response, To the Hands, weaving strings and voices into a striking dialogue across time. Together, these works explore beauty, grief, devotion, and the transcendent power of the human voice. The event takes place at United Methodist Church, 536 Coral Way. Get details online.

Saturday, October 31 from 2 to 4pm
Halloween Doggie Costume Contest at the Museum
A part of City of Coral Gables’ Trick-or-Treat on the Mile, the annual Halloween Doggie Costume Contest at the Museum is a treat for animal lovers and their pets, with costumed dogs, prizes, local vendors, and families taking part in the afternoon’s Halloween activities at 285 Aragon Avenue. Get details online.

Friday, November 6 at 7:30pm
Songs & Memories - Parkinson's Benefit Concert
Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Songs & Memories Benefit Concert at Saint Thomas Episcopal Church -- an evening of love and gratitude dedicated to raise awareness about Parkinson's disease and honor the family-caregivers' support through PD unpredictable challenges. More than a performance, Songs & Memories is a sentimental musical journey that brings together an award-winning lineup featuring Music Director Dr. Dmytro Gnativ and local musicians for an evening of joy and reflection. Your presence makes a difference. All proceeds benefit the Parkinson's Foundation vital programs and research towards a cure for Parkinson's disease. Get details and RSVP online.

Saturday, November 7 at 5:30pm
One Night in the Tropics 2026
The University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Tropical Research and Education Center invites you to attend their annual One Night In The Tropics fundraiser at 18905 SW 280 Street. The event is hosted on the first Saturday in November, which is recognized as Farmer's Month in Miami-Dade County. Enjoy good food, great music and dancing, and the company of UF/IFAS TREC's world-class scientists amid tropical fruit-filled groves and ornamental plants. For more information, contact Monique Scoggin at 786-217-9226 or get details online.

Fri/Sat, November 13–14 from noon to 5pm
Miami Renaissance Rum Festival
Rum enthusiasts and tropical cocktail aficionados will enjoy the rum theme seminars on Friday at the Marriott Coral Gables and the Grand Tasting event on Saturday at the Coral Gables Woman's Club, with more than one hundred expressions of fine rum to sample. Get details online. 

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Robert and Robin Burr