Greetings,

The holiday weekend continues with the summer version of First Friday Gallery Night exhibits and receptions, some good movies, live music, photography exhibits, lots of events for the kids, wine tasting dinners, author events, and much more.

We hope you'll find the following list of Great Gables Events informative, entertaining and enlightening. Take a few minutes to look through the calendar listings to find some truly delightful and worthwhile events.

Robert and Robin Burr

Bachour Bakery and Restaurant in Coral Gables
In 2018, Antonio Bachour was awarded the Best Pastry Chef Award by the prestigious Best Chefs Awards organization, the world's leading culinary award platform. Antonio has four published books; Bachour, Bachour Simply Beautiful, Bachour Chocolate and Bachour The Baker. He has spent the bulk of the past few years teaching pastry around the world, and working on his flagship bakery and restaurant at 2020 Ponce, which opened in the spring of 2019 to great acclaim. https://www.antoniobachour.com/

Silence Project Portraits
Create your own Silence Project photos using the hashtag #SilenceProject for a chance to have your version projected during the weekend public exhibitions at McBride Plaza at 150 Miracle Mile beginning on Friday, July 5th. Guests may also view a selection of portraits for sale at Conde Contemporary Gallery at 204 Miracle Mile. A portion of portrait sales benefit The Coral Gables Community Foundation. https://www.condecontemporary.com/shop-1

Mayor's Jewelers Flagship Store at Merrick Park
Iconic upscale jewelry retailer Mayor's returns to the Shops of Merrick Park with the opening of the flagship store, featuring concierge-style lounge area serving Cuban coffee, backed by a stunning vertical botanical garden. Mayor's selection of jewelry and timepieces includes their own Bridal and Fine Jewelry collections along with Breitling, Cartier, Frank Muller, Grand Carrera, IWC, Mont Blanc Watches, Omega, Rolex, Tag Heuer, and Tudor Watches. Call 305-446-1233. https://www.mayors.com/

Malakor Thai Isaan at 90 Miracle Mile
In the category of Asian Street Food, Malakor Thai Isaan offers an array of exotic Northern Thai delights, from salads and soups to stir-fry, curry, noodles, and super bowls, plus desserts. Try the crab meat or salt fish fried rice, Sai Aur, Massaman Curry, fried squid, Pad Mee Ko-rad or the Thai dumplings. In the northern Thailand region of Isaan, the papaya (Malakor) is a staple. Eat in, takeout and delivery service available for lunch and dinner. http://www.malakorthaiisaan.com/

Kids: Puss In Boots at Miracle Theatre
Everyone's favorite heroic Feline in Footwear shines in Puss in Boots, the musical retelling of the classic tale by Charles Perrault. Every Saturday at 2pm from July 6 to 27, discover how Puss gets his Bodacious Boots and Flashy Fedora, and then join him as he helps the Miller's youngest son go from rags to riches. Can Puss convince the King that the poor Miller's son is the Marquis de Carabas? Can he help the Miller's son win the hand of the beautiful Princess and trick the Ogre out of his castle? The answers await you in this terrific "tail" of intrigue and cunning. https://www.actorsplayhouse.org/childrens.htm

Community Arts Program Summer Series
This summer, at 8pm every other Thursday, concertgoers have the unique opportunity to be awed and entertained by some of the music industry’s most talented and revered classical and jazz figures. Order tickets in advance before they sell out. https://communityartsprogram.org/tickets/

Movie Night at the Galleria
Gather the family on Wednesday evenings for some great free entertainment as the Hotel Colonnade presents Movie Night at the Galleria, featuring a range of favorite flicks, from classic movies to new hits. Enjoy light bites, beverages and fantastic movies in this elegant setting. Admission is complimentary, so bring your friends and family. Call 305-441-2600. https://www.hotelcolonnade.com/

Sports - 2019 Copa América Soccer Championship at Fritz and Franz
World-class soccer is on display, live at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus at 60 Merrick Way as the teams battle it out for the finals on July 7th. The 2019 Copa América is the 46th edition of the Copa América, the quadrennial international men's association football championship, held in Brazil. Fritz and Franz Bierhaus is located at 60 Merrick Way. Call 305-774-1883. http://www.bierhaus.cc/

Movies at Gables Cinema
Enjoy the best boutique theatre experience with fabulous films at the Coral Gables Art Cinema, including The Fall of the American Empire, Independence Day, and Framing John DeLorean. Watch for upcoming flicks: The Reports on Sarah and Saleem; Florianópolis Dream; Paddington; Back to the Future Part II (35mm); Marx Brothers' A Night at the Opera; Rojo; The Lizzie McGuire Movie (35mm); and a special presentation of Cleo From 5 to 7. Coral Gables Art Cinema is located at 260 Aragon. Call 786-385-9689 or visit the web site for details. http://www.gablescinema.org

for these upcoming events

Friday July 12 - Sun Stories on Giralda Plaza
A new art installation on Giralda Plaza features colorful words and phrases suspended in the air, presenting dancing illuminations on the pavement as you enjoy the al fresco atmosphere of this delightful gathering space. The official grand opening of the art installation is Friday, July 12.

Next Weekend - Mango Fest at Fairchild Gardens
Celebrating the mangos of the Dominican Republic, the Mango Fest at Fairchild features the World-Famous Mango Auction, the World's largest mango collection, Mango Tasting, Florida Kitchen Lunch with Chef Norman Van Aken, Live Dominican Music, Mango Lunch, the Mango Kids Culinary Challenge, and much more -- Saturday and Sunday from 9:30am to 4:30pm. https://www.fairchildgarden.org

July 17 - Actors’ Playhouse presents Murder for Two
Everyone is a suspect in Murder for Two, a hilarious musical murder mystery with a twist: one actor investigates the crime, the other plays all of the suspects and they both play the piano! A zany blend of classic musical comedy and madcap mystery, this 90-minute whodunit is a highly theatrical duet loaded with killer laughs. The play continues at the Miracle Theatre through August 11. The Miracle Theatre is located at 280 Miracle Mile. Call 305-444-9293. http://www.actorsplayhouse.org

July 20 - Skeleton Crew at GableStage
Skeleton Crew tackles the corrosion of the American Dream -- and the economic, racial, and social tensions of a city, a workforce, and a nation. Set in a small factory in Detroit, the play articulates the workers struggle to survive. Their banter and confrontations are a powerful currency, posing urgent questions and revealing startling truths. GableStage is located at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave. Call 305-445-1119. http://www.gablestage.org

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