Greetings,

A big weekend features something for everyone -- garden lovers, kids and families, women, history fanatics, classic film lovers, and those that appreciate great local theatre performances.

Take a few moments to scroll though this week's list of Great Gables Events, then reserve some space on your calendar for quality time with family and friends in our little city.

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Saturday and Sunday - Fairchild Spring Garden Festival
Celebrate the season with local foods and the gorgeous gardens they grow in, this weekend at Fairchild Garden. Learn tips to keep your garden thriving during the summer months, pick up a trick from local chefs at a cooking demonstration, shop artisan vendors or pick up delicious foods from local vendors. https://www.fairchildgarden.org/Events-Community-Outreach/spring-garden-festival-and-40th-annual-spring-plant-sale

Saturday - Family Day on Aragon
Beloved classics and new favorites for the whole family to enjoy on the second Saturday on Aragon Avenue, hosted by the Coral Gables Museum, Books & Books and the Coral Gables Art Cinema.

Saturday - Woman’s Health Day at Coral Gables Woman’s Club
You're invited to attend Women’s Health Day at the Coral Gables Woman's Club, with free admission to the first one hundred ladies on Saturday, April 13th from 9am to 2pm. Hear from experts in the fields of Alzheimer's, Cancer Prevention, Caregiving, Diabetes, Finance & Retirement, Heart Health, Holistic Healing, Nurtition, Self Care, Work Life Balance. https://gablesguide.com/event/womans-health-day-at-coral-gables-womans-club/

Saturday - Villagers’ Historic Hunt & Road Rally
The Villagers’ annual Historic Hunt & Road Rally is set for Saturday, April 13 with a theme of Larkin About -- the City of Pleasant Living. The event is open to the public, starting at Chamber South, 6410 SW 80th Street in South Miami at 2pm. https://gablesguide.com/event/villagers-historic-hunt-road-rally/

Saturday - Oh What A Night! Gala Auction
The annual fundraiser gala for Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre begins at 6pm -- the highly anticipated 28th Annual Reach for the Stars Gala Auction, featuring an evening of friendship, extraordinary food tastings, open bar and entertainment. This event’s attire is black-tie optional. https://www.actorsplayhouse.org/auction.htm

Thursday - Classic Silent Film with Live Piano Duo
Experience a unique showing of a classic film at Gables Cinema accompanied by a live piano duo, the combination of this 1929 awarding-winning silent film -- Sunrise, A Song Of Two Humans -- with a live two-piano score comprised of original music and classics. https://gablesguide.com/event/film-classic-sunrise-with-live-piano-duo/
April 15 - Summer Camp Registration
The City of Coral Gables will begin taking reservations for Summer Camp on April 15th for residents and non-residents. Register early to guarantee your kid’s spot in their favorite summer camp. Visit the War Memorial Youth Center Monday through Friday from 8am to 8pm or on Saturdays from 8am to noon. https://www.coralgables.com/summer-camps

April 19 - The Wizard Of Oz at Area Stage
Area Stage Company presents The Wizard of Oz, a family-friendly journey throughout the land of Oz complete with all the songs and characters from the classic film as Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion discover there truly is no place like home. The play runs from April 19 to May 5th. https://gablesguide.com/event/wizard-of-oz/2019-04-19/
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GablesStage - The Children

Friday, April 12

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Friday, April 12, 2019 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all well spirits, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. Groups of ten or more guests that arrive before 6:30pm receive an extra hour of discounted drinks (until 8pm). More information

Christy’s Presents Flight & Bites
Wine and Fork Friday, April 12, 2019 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Christy’s Restaurant, 3101 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Join Christy’s Restaurant for Flight's & Bites featuring Bethel Heights wines from Willamette Valley, Oregon and tasty food pairings. Come to the bar lounge from 6 to 7:30pm. Cost is $35 per person. More information

Ferrante Fever at Gables Cinema
Coral Gables Art Cinema Friday, April 12, 2019 - 6:15pm to 7:30pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
A documentary about the popular writer Elena Ferrante. "I publish to be read." A journey between New York City’s cultural hub and Ferrante’s native Italy, the film explores how an anonymous author’s visceral tales of love and friendship gained such an enthusiastic following. More information

Diane at Cosford Cinema
Cosford Cinema Friday, April 12, 2019 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, UM Campus
For Diane (Mary Kay Place), everyone else comes first. Generous but with little patience for self-pity, she spends her days checking in on sick friends, volunteering at her local soup kitchen, and trying valiantly to save her troubled, drug-addicted adult son (Jake Lacy) from himself. But beneath her relentless routine of self-sacrifice, Diane is fighting a desperate internal battle, haunted by a past she can’t forget and which threatens to tear her increasingly chaotic world apart. More information

Miracle Mile Unplugged
Music On The Mile Friday, April 12, 2019 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Miracle Mile East, 50 Miracle Mile
Every Friday evening, enjoy live music performances from 7 to 10pm on each block of Miracle Mile, brought to you free by the City of Coral Gables and the Business Improvement District. More information

Live Music in the Courtyard at Books & Books
Music Friday, April 12, 2019 - 7:30pm to 11:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy live music in the courtyard of Books & Books every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:30 to 11:30pm, featuring some of South Florida's finest musical talent. More information

The Children at GableStage
GableStage Theatre Friday, April 12, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:30pm
GableStage, 1200 Anastasia Ave, #230
Lucy Kirkwood's acclaimed play comes to GableStage. In a remote cottage on the lonely British coast, Hazel and Robin, a couple of retired nuclear engineers, are living a very quiet life. Outside, the world is in utter chaos following a devastating series of events. When an old friend turns up at their door, they’re shocked to discover the real reason for her visit. More information

Fire From Within - Frost School’s Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra
The Frost Music Live! Signature Series Friday, April 12, 2019 - 8:00pm to 9:30pm
Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive
UM's Signature Series -- Jazz, Pops, & Beyond presents premieres and performances by stellar Frost artists, starting at 8pm at UM Gusman Concert Hall. More information

Get Out Your Handkerchiefs
Coral Gables Art Cinema Friday, April 12, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Raoul (Gérard Depardieu) so loves Solange (Carole Laure), his sad and lovely wife, that he’ll stop at nothing to put a smile on her face. Enter Stephane (Patrick Dewaere) a stranger in a crowded restaurant. The two men join forces (and share conjugal bed) with the listless Solange. But it takes a lark, a bullied 13-year-old math prodigy, to bring happiness to her life. More information

David Machado - The Shelf Life of Happiness
Books & Books Friday, April 12, 2019 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Ripped apart by Portugal’s financial crisis, Daniel’s family is struggling to adjust to circumstances beyond their control. His wife and children move out to live with family hours away, but Daniel believes against all odds that he will find a job and everything will return to normal. More information

Karaoke at JohnMartin's On The Mile
Karaoke at JohnMartin's On The Mile Friday, April 12, 2019 - 10:00pm to 2:00am
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Every Friday evening from 10pm to 2am, sing your heart out at JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant's Karaoke Night. Enjoy drink specials as well as some of the best pub food in South Florida at this award-winning authentic Irish pub. JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant is located at 253 Miracle Mile. More information

Nil Lara at the Titanic
Titanic BrewPub Friday, April 12, 2019 - 10:00pm to 11:55pm
Titanic Brewery, 5813 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Enjoy a live musical performance by Nil Lara at Titanic from 10pm to 1am. A born musician with a blatant disregard for musical stereotypes, Lara fluently interchanges the Cuban three-toned tres guitar, the cuarto, a Venezuelan four-stringed instrument, the electric guitar and indigenous percussion instruments with an ease that overcomes any self-consciously ethnic sound. More information


Actors' Playhouse - Doubt

Saturday, April 13

Woman's Health Day at Coral Gables Woman's Club
Woman's Health Day Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 9:00am to 2:00pm
Coral Gables Womans Club, 1009 East Ponce Blvd
You're invited to attend Women’s Health Day at the Coral Gables Woman's Club, with free admission to the first one hundred ladies on Saturday, April 13th from 9am to 2pm. Hear from experts in the fields of Alzheimer's, Cancer Prevention, Caregiving, Diabetes, Finance & Retirement, Heart Health, Holistic Healing, Nurtition, Self Care, Work Life Balance. More information

Spring Garden Fest and Plant Sale
Fairchild Spring Garden Festival Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 9:30am to 4:30pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road
Spring is in the air for the annual Spring Garden Festival featuring the 40th Spring Plant Sale all weekend at Fairchild Garden. Shop the plant sale for one-of-a-kind plants, many new introductions from the plant explorers, grab a bite from local food trucks while enjoying live music. Shop in the marketplace for artisan products and handmade goods, catch a cooking demonstration. Sip spring brews in the beer garden, and engage with educators. Learn gardening tips from expert horticulturists. More information

Kids: Storytime and Craft at Books & Books
Books & Books Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Every Saturday at 10am, bring the family to Books & Books for free Storytime and Craft programs. Children of all ages are invited with their parents to read a book, browse the shelves of this delightful book store and have some literary fun with the crew. More information

Family Day On Aragon
Family Day on Aragon Avenue Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Family Day on Aragon takes place every second Saturday of the month at the Coral Gables Museum, Books & Books and the Coral Gables Art Cinema. Bring the whole family to enjoy rich cultural programs, fun and games, and enrichment. More information

Neighborhood Meeting for Maggiore Park
City of Coral Gables Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 10:00am to 11:00am
Maggiore Park, 5028 Maggiore Street
The City of Coral Gables invites you to attend a community meeting at Maggiore Park (5028 Maggiore) on Saturday, April 13 at 10am to discuss the redesigning of the triangle shaped property across from the Chinese Village. More information

Sea Level Rise Planning Workshop
Sea Level Rise Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 10:00am to 3:00pm
Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 S.W. 72nd Avenue
Miami-Dade County Office of Resilience invites you to a Sea Level Rise Planning Workshop at the Deering Estate on April 13 from at 10am to 3pm. The workshop is an open house format to discuss how to address sea level rise in our community. No expertise is needed. More information

Downtown Walking Tour
Saturday Morning Downtown Walking Tour Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 11:00am to 12:30pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables, starting at 11am at the museum, with the historic downtown walking tour. More information

Kids: Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
Coral Gables Art Cinema Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Set in a devastated future world decimated by atmospheric poisons and swarming with gigantic insects, Nausicaä is the story of a young princess, both brave and innocent, whose love for all living things and passionate determination to understand the processes of nature lead her into terrible danger, sacrifice, and eventual triumph. More information

Coral Gables 'Creating the Dream' Tour
George Merrick of Coral Gables Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
The ongoing exhibit of Coral Gables history in the Betty and L. D. Pankey Gallery and Coral Gables Galleries -- Creating the Dream -- includes a tour every Saturday at 1pm. An introductory exhibition about Coral Gables' founder and developer, George Merrick, his family and other visionaries who helped him turn his dream of a place where "your castles in Spain are made real" into reality. More information

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Coral Gables Art Cinema Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 1:45pm to 4:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Three years after he recovered the Ark of the Covenant, dashing archaeology professor Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) returns for another adventure -- this time with his dad, Henry Jones, Sr. (Sean Connery). In The Last Crusade, "Junior" learns that his father has been kidnapped by Nazis while searching for the fabled Holy Grail. Now it's up to Indy to (once again) defeat Hitler's occult fanatics, rescue his dad, and secure the most precious archaeological find in the world. More information

Villagers’ Historic Hunt & Road Rally
Villagers’ Historic Hunt & Road Rally Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 2:00pm to 6:30pm
Chamber South, 6410 SW 80th Street
The Villagers’ annual Historic Hunt & Road Rally is set for Saturday, April 13 with a theme of Larkin About -- the City of Pleasant Living. The event is open to the public, starting at Chamber South, 6410 SW 80th Street in South Miami at 2pm. More information

The Gables Canopy: Celebrating Earth Day
Earth Day Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Spring into a fun filled celebration of the beautiful trees that make up the Coral Gables Canopy, with fun earth day crafts for kids. Penelope Robin will be performing, as will the Miami Symphony Orchestra. You won’t be-leaf how much fun you’re gonna have. This event is free and open to the public from 2 to 5pm. More information

Saturday Wine Tastings at Uvaggio Wine Bar
Wine Tastings Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Uvaggio Wine Bar, 70 Miracle Mile
Uvaggio offers our special wine tastings from 5 to 6pm, bringing a different topic and focus to the table each weekend. More information

Reach for the Stars Gala Auction at Miracle Theatre
Reach for the Stars Gala Auction Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 6:00pm to 11:00pm
Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile
Oh What A Night! The annual fundraiser gala for Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre begins at 6pm -- the highly anticipated 28th Annual Reach for the Stars Gala Auction, an evening of friendship, extraordinary food tastings, open bar and entertainment. This event’s attire is black-tie optional. More information

Barnacle Moonlight Concert: Jennings and Keller
The Barnacle Society Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
The Barnacle, 3485 Main Highway
The popular duo of Jennings and Keller perform live at the Barnacle Historic State Park on Biscayne Bay from 7 to 9pm. Gates open at 6pm. More information

Ferrante Fever at Gables Cinema
Coral Gables Art Cinema Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 6:15pm to 7:30pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
A documentary about the popular writer Elena Ferrante. "I publish to be read." A journey between New York City’s cultural hub and Ferrante’s native Italy, the film explores how an anonymous author’s visceral tales of love and friendship gained such an enthusiastic following. More information

Cooking Class: Tapas Españolas
Cooking Class Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Aragon 101, 101 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy the beginning of Spring with a nod to Spain, under the direction of Chef Natalia Garcia, starting at 7pm. Learn to make a range of classic and contemporary tapas focused on using seasonal ingredients. Spanish tapas are perfect for sharing and are ideal for entertaining friends. More information

Live Music in the Courtyard at Books & Books
Music Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 7:30pm to 11:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy live music in the courtyard of Books & Books every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:30 to 11:30pm, featuring some of South Florida's finest musical talent. More information

The Children at GableStage
GableStage Theatre Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:30pm
GableStage, 1200 Anastasia Ave, #230
Lucy Kirkwood's acclaimed play comes to GableStage. In a remote cottage on the lonely British coast, Hazel and Robin, a couple of retired nuclear engineers, are living a very quiet life. Outside, the world is in utter chaos following a devastating series of events. When an old friend turns up at their door, they’re shocked to discover the real reason for her visit. More information

Get Out Your Handkerchiefs
Coral Gables Art Cinema Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Raoul (Gérard Depardieu) so loves Solange (Carole Laure), his sad and lovely wife, that he’ll stop at nothing to put a smile on her face. Enter Stephane (Patrick Dewaere) a stranger in a crowded restaurant. The two men join forces (and share conjugal bed) with the listless Solange. But it takes a lark, a bullied 13-year-old math prodigy, to bring happiness to her life. More information

Have-Nots Comedy Presents Jim McCue
Comedy Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 8:00pm to 11:00pm
Open Stage Club, 2325 Galiano Street
Enjoy a mixture of witty Jim McCue's A-list material and his ability to work off-script has earned him the title Boston’s King of Crowd Work! It’s not only his height of six foot six that makes Jim stand head and shoulders above club comedians of the stick-to-the-script variety. From 8 to 11pm, Jim blends thought-provoking material and uncanny improv skills with a style that encourages audience participation. More information

Late Saturday Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 10:00pm to 11:30pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all well spirits, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Saturday evening from 10pm to midnight. More information

Ricky Valido Live at the Titanic
Titanic BrewPub Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 10:00pm to 11:55pm
Titanic Brewery, 5813 Ponce de Leon Blvd
Wearing a white cattleman cowboy hat, a black T-shirt, blue jeans and brown embroidered boots, Ricky Valido sings in a country drawl while strumming his acoustic guitar. As a Latino in the country music scene, Valido stands out with his genuine love of the music and the culture. More information

Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade
Coral Gables Art Cinema Saturday, April 13, 2019 - 10:30pm to 11:55pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Three years after he recovered the Ark of the Covenant, dashing archaeology professor Indiana Jones (Harrison Ford) returns for another adventure -- this time with his dad, Henry Jones, Sr. (Sean Connery). In The Last Crusade, "Junior" learns that his father has been kidnapped by Nazis while searching for the fabled Holy Grail. Now it's up to Indy to (once again) defeat Hitler's occult fanatics, rescue his dad, and secure the most precious archaeological find in the world. More information


Coral Gables Art Cinema

Sunday, April 14

Spring Garden Fest and Plant Sale
Fairchild Spring Garden Festival Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 9:30am to 4:30pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road
Spring is in the air for the annual Spring Garden Festival featuring the 40th Spring Plant Sale all weekend at Fairchild Garden. Shop the plant sale for one-of-a-kind plants, many new introductions from the plant explorers, grab a bite from local food trucks while enjoying live music. Shop in the marketplace for artisan products and handmade goods, catch a cooking demonstration. Sip spring brews in the beer garden, and engage with educators. Learn gardening tips from expert horticulturists. More information

Yoga in the Garden
Yoga in the Garden at Fairchild Garden Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 10:00am to 11:00pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road
Enjoy Yoga at Fairchild Garden from 10 to 11am on the American Orchid Society Library Veranda, above the Visitor Center. Please bring your yoga mat and water. More information

Chapman Field Kayak Trek
canoe Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 10:00am to 12:30pm
Chapman Field Park, 13601 Deering Bay Drive
Learn about the history and ecology of this once-airfield turned park as you paddle through a variety of South Florida habitats from 10am to 12:30pm, starting at Chapman Field Park. Fish and birds are plentiful through the mangrove forest with an active bird rookery on the edge of Biscayne Bay. More information

Sunday Brunch at JohnMartin's
Brunch Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 11:00am to 3:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Bring the friends and family to Sunday Brunch at JohnMartin's from 11am to 3pm for a delightful dining experience. More information

Sunday Brunch Buffet at Fritz & Franz
Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 11:00am to 5:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Available all day Sunday, the bountiful Sunday Brunch Buffet at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus at 60 Merrick Way offer a wide assortment of specialties, including roast pork, smoked pork, fish, chicken schnitzel, pasta, salads, eggs, apfelstrudel and more. More information

The Farmers' Market - Shops at Merrick Park
The Farmers' Market - Shops at Merrick Park Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 11:00am to 6:00pm
Shops at Merrick Park, 358 San Lorenzo
Visit the Shops At Merrick Park every Sunday from 11am to 6pm for a delightful display of farm-fresh offerings, beautiful and tasty produce, fruit juices and smoothies, ginger shots, fresh bread, cupcakes, coconut water in the coconut, healthy homemade soaps and similar products, flowers, essential oils, gourmet and ethnic foods, wines, honey, ceviche, guacamole, olive oil, hummus, delicious desserts and more. More information

Kids: Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind
Coral Gables Art Cinema Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 11:00am to 1:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Set in a devastated future world decimated by atmospheric poisons and swarming with gigantic insects, Nausicaä is the story of a young princess, both brave and innocent, whose love for all living things and passionate determination to understand the processes of nature lead her into terrible danger, sacrifice, and eventual triumph. More information

Historic Biltmore Hotel Walking Tour
Biltmore Hotel Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue
Meet in the hotel's main lobby of the Biltmore Hotel on Sunday at 1:30pm to join a Dade Heritage Trust guide for a free hour long walking tour of the famed National Landmark Biltmore Hotel. More information

The Children at GableStage
GableStage Theatre Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 2:00pm to 4:30pm
GableStage, 1200 Anastasia Ave, #230
Lucy Kirkwood's acclaimed play comes to GableStage. In a remote cottage on the lonely British coast, Hazel and Robin, a couple of retired nuclear engineers, are living a very quiet life. Outside, the world is in utter chaos following a devastating series of events. When an old friend turns up at their door, they’re shocked to discover the real reason for her visit. More information

Orchestra Miami - Fun Fables & Other Tales Told Through Music
Orchestra Miami Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 3:00pm to 5:30pm
Pinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Road
Everyone loves a tall tale -- now you can hear several of the best ones set to music as Orchestra Miami's Nicklaus Children's Pinecrest Outpatient Center Family Fun Concert series closes with Fun Fables & Other Tales Told Through Music, starting at 3pm at Pinecrest Gardens. More information

Diane at Cosford Cinema
Cosford Cinema Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, UM Campus
For Diane (Mary Kay Place), everyone else comes first. Generous but with little patience for self-pity, she spends her days checking in on sick friends, volunteering at her local soup kitchen, and trying valiantly to save her troubled, drug-addicted adult son (Jake Lacy) from himself. But beneath her relentless routine of self-sacrifice, Diane is fighting a desperate internal battle, haunted by a past she can’t forget and which threatens to tear her increasingly chaotic world apart. More information

Open Mic Night at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Sunday, April 14, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:30pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Fans of acoustic music gather at JohnMartin's on Sunday nights to enjoy the best local talent on the open mic stage, starting at 8pm. More information


Coral Gables Museum

Monday, April 15

Happy Hour at Miller's Ale House
beer Monday, April 15, 2019 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Miller’s Ale House, 101 Miracle Mile
Enjoy craft beers, handcrafted cocktails and $5 appetizers from 4 to 7pm at Miller's Ale House at 101 Miracle Mile. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Monday, April 15, 2019 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all well spirits, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. Groups of ten or more guests that arrive before 6:30pm receive an extra hour of discounted drinks (until 8pm). More information

Schnitzel Fiesta Monday at the Bierhaus
Bierhaus Schnitzel Fiesta Monday, April 15, 2019 - 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Enjoy the famous Wienerschnitzel (pork) or Jaegrschnitzel (chicken) with roasted potatoes or potato salad -- two for the price of one -- at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way every Monday evening. More information

Ferrante Fever at Gables Cinema
Coral Gables Art Cinema Monday, April 15, 2019 - 6:15pm to 7:30pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
A documentary about the popular writer Elena Ferrante. "I publish to be read." A journey between New York City’s cultural hub and Ferrante’s native Italy, the film explores how an anonymous author’s visceral tales of love and friendship gained such an enthusiastic following. More information

Jazz It Up Mondays at Open Stage
Jazz Monday, April 15, 2019 - 8:00pm to 11:30pm
Open Stage Club, 2325 Galiano Street
The MJC Monday Night Rent Party starting at 8pm is South Florida's highest caliber weekly jazz event, with great musicians every week, a great piano, a great sound system, and a great audience which is there for the music. More information

Get Out Your Handkerchiefs
Coral Gables Art Cinema Monday, April 15, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Raoul (Gérard Depardieu) so loves Solange (Carole Laure), his sad and lovely wife, that he’ll stop at nothing to put a smile on her face. Enter Stephane (Patrick Dewaere) a stranger in a crowded restaurant. The two men join forces (and share conjugal bed) with the listless Solange. But it takes a lark, a bullied 13-year-old math prodigy, to bring happiness to her life. More information


University of Miami Frost Music Live

Tuesday, April 16

Plomo Tequila & Taco Bar Tuesday Specials
Plomo Tequila & Taco Bar Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 12:00pm to 11:30pm
Plomo Tequila & Taco Bar, 230 Miracle Mile
Enjoy drink specials all day -- every Tuesday -- at Plomo Tequila & Taco Bar at 230 Miracle Mile. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all well spirits, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. Groups of ten or more guests that arrive before 6:30pm receive an extra hour of discounted drinks (until 8pm). More information

Schnitzel Fiesta Tuesday at the Bierhaus
Bierhaus Schnitzel Fiesta Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
Enjoy the famous Wienerschnitzel (pork) or Jaegrschnitzel (chicken) -- two for the price of one -- at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way every Tuesday evening. More information

Baseball - Florida Gulf Coast Eagles at Miami
baseball Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 6:00pm to 9:00pm
Mark Light Field, 6201 San Amaro Drive
Attend an exciting and fun-filled afternoon that will include every couple's needs for a beautiful and perfect Miami wedding. Get ideas from more than 60 top wedding and luxury event planners and designers, florists, restaurants and caterers from 1 to 4pm. More information

Ferrante Fever at Gables Cinema
Coral Gables Art Cinema Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 6:15pm to 7:30pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
A documentary about the popular writer Elena Ferrante. "I publish to be read." A journey between New York City’s cultural hub and Ferrante’s native Italy, the film explores how an anonymous author’s visceral tales of love and friendship gained such an enthusiastic following. More information

Diane at Cosford Cinema
Cosford Cinema Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Cosford Cinema, 5030 Brunson Drive, UM Campus
For Diane (Mary Kay Place), everyone else comes first. Generous but with little patience for self-pity, she spends her days checking in on sick friends, volunteering at her local soup kitchen, and trying valiantly to save her troubled, drug-addicted adult son (Jake Lacy) from himself. But beneath her relentless routine of self-sacrifice, Diane is fighting a desperate internal battle, haunted by a past she can’t forget and which threatens to tear her increasingly chaotic world apart. More information

Jam and Open Mic Night
Open Stage Club Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Open Stage Club, 2325 Galiano Street
Open Stage Club presents Jam and Open Mic Night every Tuesday, gathering at 7pm for signups and networking. Music starts at 8pm with Happy Hour Special from 7 to 8pm. More information

Alma de Tango at the Biltmore
Tango Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 8:00pm to 11:00pm
Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue
Enjoy authentic Argentine Tango and Milonga classes at the Biltmore Hotel with IDO World Tango Champion Monica Llobet. More information

Get Out Your Handkerchiefs
Coral Gables Art Cinema Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Raoul (Gérard Depardieu) so loves Solange (Carole Laure), his sad and lovely wife, that he’ll stop at nothing to put a smile on her face. Enter Stephane (Patrick Dewaere) a stranger in a crowded restaurant. The two men join forces (and share conjugal bed) with the listless Solange. But it takes a lark, a bullied 13-year-old math prodigy, to bring happiness to her life. More information

Liam Callanan - Paris By The Book
Books & Books Tuesday, April 16, 2019 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
A missing person, a grieving family, a curious clue: a half-finished manuscript set in Paris. When eccentric novelist Robert Eady abruptly vanishes, he leaves behind his wife, Leah, their daughters, and, hidden in an unexpected spot, plane tickets to Paris. More information


JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant

Wednesday, April 17

Wine Down Wednesdays at Books & Books
Wine Down Wednesdays at Books & Books Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 9:00am to 10:00pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
The Café at Books & Books offers a 50% discount on all bottles of wine, all day Wednesday. Meet up with friends for Wine Down Wednesday in the Gables to enjoy the great selection and discount. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all well spirits, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. Groups of ten or more guests that arrive before 6:30pm receive an extra hour of discounted drinks (until 8pm). More information

iPhoneography - Golden Hour and Moonrise
Photo Class Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road
Experience Fairchild Garden with its stunning late afternoon glowing landscapes leading into a full moonrise. From 5:30 to 8:30pm, Instructor Shirley Drevich will offer effective techniques to take stunning photos of the winter sunset then leading into the Gibbous moonrise -- using your iPhone. More information

Wine Tasting Wednesday at Ortanique
Wine and Fork Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Ortanique, 278 Miracle Mile
Join Ortanique on the Mile for the third Wednesday of every month wine tasting. Pay just $20 for more than 25 wines with passed small bites included. Stay for dinner and receive 10% off your bill. More information

Ferrante Fever at Gables Cinema
Coral Gables Art Cinema Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 6:15pm to 7:30pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
A documentary about the popular writer Elena Ferrante. "I publish to be read." A journey between New York City’s cultural hub and Ferrante’s native Italy, the film explores how an anonymous author’s visceral tales of love and friendship gained such an enthusiastic following. More information

Miami Backgammon Group weekly events
Backgammon Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way
The Miami Backgammon Club meets each Wednesday at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus at 6:30pm. Tournaments begin at 7pm, plus live play, hosted by Leo Bueno. More information

Wednesday Jazz Nights at JohnMartins
Jazz Nights at JohnMartin's on Wednesday Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 6:30pm to 9:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy Happy Hour drink specials starting at 6:30 with Live Jazz Music until 9pm at JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant on Miracle Mile every Wednesday evening. Jazz Nights features some of the most talented musicians in a town known for great Jazz. More information

Haley Moss - Middle School
Books & Books Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Middle school is an intimidating time for most students, but for students with autism spectrum disorder, it can be a veritable minefield of hidden curriculum rules, social misunderstandings and cliques – and that’s before they even get to the academics. In Middle School – The Stuff Nobody Tells You About: A Teenage Girl With High-Functioning Autism Shares Her Experiences, a teenager with high-functioning autism relates her own experiences in middle school. More information

Poetry Reading with Visuals at the Museum
Poetry Quill Book Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Attend a poetry reading with visuals by poet Elisa Albo and visual artist Tina Salvesen from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Free for museum members or $5 for non-members. More information

Get Out Your Handkerchiefs
Coral Gables Art Cinema Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Raoul (Gérard Depardieu) so loves Solange (Carole Laure), his sad and lovely wife, that he’ll stop at nothing to put a smile on her face. Enter Stephane (Patrick Dewaere) a stranger in a crowded restaurant. The two men join forces (and share conjugal bed) with the listless Solange. But it takes a lark, a bullied 13-year-old math prodigy, to bring happiness to her life. More information

Hunter Vaughan - Hollywood's Dirtiest Secret
Books & Books Wednesday, April 17, 2019 - 8:00pm to 9:00pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
In Hollywood’s Dirtiest Secret, Hunter Vaughan offers a new history of the movies from an environmental perspective, arguing that how we make and consume films has serious ecological consequences. More information


Fritz and Franz Bierhaus

Thursday, April 18

Arts Advisory Panel Meeting
Coral Gables City Hall Icon Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 9:00am to 11:00am
Historical Resources & Cultural Arts Department, 2327 Salzedo Street
Arts Advisory Panel meeting takes place at the Historical Resources and Cultural Arts Department at 2327 Salzedo Street from 9 to 11am. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all well spirits, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. Groups of ten or more guests that arrive before 6:30pm receive an extra hour of discounted drinks (until 8pm). More information

Historic Preservation Board Meeting
City of Coral Gables Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 4:00pm to 5:30pm
The Historic Preservation Board meets every third Thursday of the month at 4pm at City Hall Commission Chambers, 405 Biltmore Way, Second Floor. More information

StacyPlays - Escape To The Mesa
Books & Books Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
The next installment in the New York Times bestselling series. From YouTube gamer StacyPlays comes the exhilarating sequel to her Minecraft-inspired adventure novel about a girl raised by wolves. Stacy would do anything to protect the Taiga where she lives with the pack of intelligent wolves who raised her. But when humans start to encroach on their forest, their only choice is escape to a place no Arctic wolf has gone before: the desert. More information

Noche Latina at Zucca
Zucca Restaurant, Coral Gables Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 7:00pm to 11:00pm
Zucca, 162 Alcazar Ave
Enjoy a lively night with live music from Luis Bofill and Guarachamos paired with soul-satisfying, authentic Italian cuisine, fine wines and craft cocktails, on Thursdays from 7 to 11pm at Zucca. More information

Film Classic: Sunrise with live piano duo
Coral Gables Art Cinema Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue
Experience a unique showing of a classic film accompanied by live piano duo -- the combination of this 1929 awarding-winning silent film -- Sunrise -- with a two-piano score comprised of original music and classics. More information

The Wild Party at Ring Theatre
Ring Theatre Thursday, April 18, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Jerry Herman Ring Theatre, 1312 Miller Drive
The University of Miami Jerry Herman Ring Theatre presents The Wild Party; book, music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Transport yourself into the roaring 1920s with this exciting and exhilarating musical based on the Joseph Moncure poem of the same name. The Wild Party follows Vaudeville performers Queenie and Burrs as they navigate their tumultuous relationship filled with jealousy, passion, and betrayal, all while hosting a party that makes for one wild dance filled night. More information


Christy's Burger Fridays

Friday, April 19

City Trekker Day Camp - Police and Fire Station Day
City Trekker Camp Friday, April 19, 2019 - 9:00am to 4:00pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Bring the kids to the museum for City Trekker One Day Camp - Protecting the People, on Police and Fire Station Day from 9am to 4pm. Everyday Coral Gables finest serve and protect the people of the City Beautiful. Your camper will get the chance to explore one of the first police and fire stations, visit our current station and participate in themed games, tours and other activities. More information

Half-Off Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Friday, April 19, 2019 - 4:00pm to 7:00pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all well spirits, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Monday through Friday from 4 to 7pm. Groups of ten or more guests that arrive before 6:30pm receive an extra hour of discounted drinks (until 8pm). More information

Miracle Mile Unplugged
Music On The Mile Friday, April 19, 2019 - 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Miracle Mile East, 50 Miracle Mile
Every Friday evening, enjoy live music performances from 7 to 10pm on each block of Miracle Mile, brought to you free by the City of Coral Gables and the Business Improvement District. More information

Live Music in the Courtyard at Books & Books
Music Friday, April 19, 2019 - 7:30pm to 11:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy live music in the courtyard of Books & Books every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:30 to 11:30pm, featuring some of South Florida's finest musical talent. More information

Wizard of Oz
Area Stage Company - theater, theatre, play Friday, April 19, 2019 - 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Area Stage Company, 1560 South Dixie Highway, 103
Area Stage Company presents The Wizard of Oz, a family-friendly journey throughout the land of Oz complete with all the songs and characters from the classic film as Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion discover there truly is no place like home. More information

The Wild Party at Ring Theatre
Ring Theatre Friday, April 19, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Jerry Herman Ring Theatre, 1312 Miller Drive
The University of Miami Jerry Herman Ring Theatre presents The Wild Party; book, music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Transport yourself into the roaring 1920s with this exciting and exhilarating musical based on the Joseph Moncure poem of the same name. The Wild Party follows Vaudeville performers Queenie and Burrs as they navigate their tumultuous relationship filled with jealousy, passion, and betrayal, all while hosting a party that makes for one wild dance filled night. More information

Karaoke at JohnMartin's On The Mile
Karaoke at JohnMartin's On The Mile Friday, April 19, 2019 - 10:00pm to 2:00am
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Every Friday evening from 10pm to 2am, sing your heart out at JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant's Karaoke Night. Enjoy drink specials as well as some of the best pub food in South Florida at this award-winning authentic Irish pub. JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant is located at 253 Miracle Mile. More information



Saturday, April 20

Tropical Audubon Society Eco-Restoration Day
Tropical Audubon Society Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 8:30am to 11:00am
Tropical Audubon Society (Doc Thomas House), 5530 Sunset Drive
Learn about indigenous plants and help the Tropical Audubon Society maintain their near-native landscape at the Steinberg Nature Center on the TAS campus. Restoration Days are held on the 3rd Saturday of every month. More information

Kids: Storytime and Craft at Books & Books
Books & Books Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 10:00am to 11:30am
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Every Saturday at 10am, bring the family to Books & Books for free Storytime and Craft programs. Children of all ages are invited with their parents to read a book, browse the shelves of this delightful book store and have some literary fun with the crew. More information

Downtown Walking Tour
Saturday Morning Downtown Walking Tour Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 11:00am to 12:30pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy a pleasant stroll through the bustling business district of Coral Gables, starting at 11am at the museum, with the historic downtown walking tour. More information

Coral Gables 'Creating the Dream' Tour
George Merrick of Coral Gables Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
The ongoing exhibit of Coral Gables history in the Betty and L. D. Pankey Gallery and Coral Gables Galleries -- Creating the Dream -- includes a tour every Saturday at 1pm. An introductory exhibition about Coral Gables' founder and developer, George Merrick, his family and other visionaries who helped him turn his dream of a place where "your castles in Spain are made real" into reality. More information

Wizard of Oz
Area Stage Company - theater, theatre, play Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Area Stage Company, 1560 South Dixie Highway, 103
Area Stage Company presents The Wizard of Oz, a family-friendly journey throughout the land of Oz complete with all the songs and characters from the classic film as Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion discover there truly is no place like home. More information

The Wild Party at Ring Theatre
Ring Theatre Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Jerry Herman Ring Theatre, 1312 Miller Drive
The University of Miami Jerry Herman Ring Theatre presents The Wild Party; book, music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Transport yourself into the roaring 1920s with this exciting and exhilarating musical based on the Joseph Moncure poem of the same name. The Wild Party follows Vaudeville performers Queenie and Burrs as they navigate their tumultuous relationship filled with jealousy, passion, and betrayal, all while hosting a party that makes for one wild dance filled night. More information

Saturday Wine Tastings at Uvaggio Wine Bar
Wine Tastings Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 5:00pm to 6:00pm
Uvaggio Wine Bar, 70 Miracle Mile
Uvaggio offers our special wine tastings from 5 to 6pm, bringing a different topic and focus to the table each weekend. More information

Live Music in the Courtyard at Books & Books
Music Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 7:30pm to 11:30pm
Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue
Enjoy live music in the courtyard of Books & Books every Friday and Saturday evening from 7:30 to 11:30pm, featuring some of South Florida's finest musical talent. More information

Wizard of Oz
Area Stage Company - theater, theatre, play Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Area Stage Company, 1560 South Dixie Highway, 103
Area Stage Company presents The Wizard of Oz, a family-friendly journey throughout the land of Oz complete with all the songs and characters from the classic film as Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion discover there truly is no place like home. More information

The Wild Party at Ring Theatre
Ring Theatre Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 8:00pm to 10:00pm
Jerry Herman Ring Theatre, 1312 Miller Drive
The University of Miami Jerry Herman Ring Theatre presents The Wild Party; book, music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa. Transport yourself into the roaring 1920s with this exciting and exhilarating musical based on the Joseph Moncure poem of the same name. The Wild Party follows Vaudeville performers Queenie and Burrs as they navigate their tumultuous relationship filled with jealousy, passion, and betrayal, all while hosting a party that makes for one wild dance filled night. More information

Late Saturday Happy Hour at JohnMartin's
JohnMartin's Irish Pub and Restaurant Saturday, April 20, 2019 - 10:00pm to 11:30pm
JohnMartin’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile
Enjoy 1/2 off all well spirits, house wines by the glass, and draft beers at John Martins Saturday evening from 10pm to midnight. More information

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