Events Roundup
Here is a partial list of upcoming cultural events in Coral Gables.
Please call ahead to confirm,
as dates and times may change.
For a complete list of events in Coral Gables, click
here.
April 14
Coral Gables business owners can attend the County Mayor’s Business Development Expo which brings several interesting presentations and table top exhibits. Learn about How to Do Business with Miami-Dade County, Creating Opportunities for Certified Small Businesses, Making Your Business Green and Preparing a Business Plan and Securing Bank Financing beginning at 9 a.m. The event takes place at the War Memorial Youth Center, 405 University Drive, and is sponsored by Great Florida Bank.
April 14
The Tribal Arts Society is hosting a lecture at the University of Miami's Lowe Art Museum. UM professor of Art History Karen R. Mathews will give a presentation titled Sex, Death and Magic: The Interpretation of Paleolithic Cave Paintings in Spain and France. The Tribal Arts Society is dedicated to exploring the arts and archaeology of lesser known cultures of Africa, the Americas, Asia, and the South Pacific. The lecture will take place at the Lowe Art Museum, 1301 Stanford Drive, at 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 305-284-3535.
April 15 – 18
The University of Miami Frost Opera Theatre presents a double bill of two one-act operas. Strawberry Fields by Michael Torke and A.R. Gurney and Ballymore: Part 1, Winners by Richard Wargo. The performances will take place at the Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive, Thursday through Saturday at 8 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, call 305-284-4886.
April 15
The University of Miami Friends of the Library brings you a special program featuring award winning photographer Clyde Butcher. Discover the intimate beauty of the environment as Butcher discusses his famous black and white photographs of the Florida landscape. A reception starts at 6 p.m. with the event starting at 7 p.m. at the Otto G. Richter Library, 1300 Memorial Drive. For more information, click here.
April 15
Come and experience Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden at night as moonlit tropical palms and world renowned art combine to create a beautiful setting for a howling good time. Enjoy this Howl at the Moon event where you get to bring your dog to Fairchild for the evening. Your four-legged friend is sure to enjoy the scenery and participate in some dog-gone activities. This event starts at 6 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m. Fairchild is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road. Admission is $10 for Fairchild members, $5 for member children ages 6-17, $15 for non-members, and $8 for non-member children ages 6-17. For more information, click here
April 16
The City of Coral Gables understands parents deserve a special night out every once in a while. The Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center offers a monthly program called Parents' Night Out to help parents reconnect with each other as they disconnect with their children. The Youth Center, 405 University Drive, will host a sleep-over party for children ages 5 – 14 filled with special activities throughout the night. Guests are given an evening snack and breakfast the next morning. Drop off the kids on Friday at 7 p.m. and pick them up on Saturday at 9 a.m. The program costs $30 - $50 depending on resident/ member status. The deadline to register is April 14. For more information, call 305-460-5600 or click here.
April 16 – 18
St. George Antiochian Orthodox Cathedral is hosting its 16th annual Coral Gables Middle Eastern Festival. The festival will feature Mediterranean food, dance, music and a small bazaar from 11 a.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sunday. St. George is located at 320 Palermo Avenue. For more information, call 305-444-6541.
April 16
Do you have what it takes to be a boss? Take the FIU be the Boss Challenge. A small mobile video production set will be operational just outside Tarpon Bend, 65 Miracle Mile, between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Test out your skills at being a boss when you act out funny scenes with improve actors. The videos will be uploaded to FaceBook and YouTube where the videos will be rated. The person with the highest rating wins an Apple Ipad. For more information, click here.
April 17
Actors’ Playhouse and Lexus of Kendall host the 19th Annual Reach for the Stars Gala Auction at the Miracle Theater beginning at 6:30 p.m. Attendees will have a chance to bid on over $300,000 worth of live and silent auction items while enjoying dinner provided by 30 of Coral Gables’ finest restaurants. Guest auctioneer will be former TV personality Bob Soper. Proceeds of the event benefit the Miracle Theatre and the Actors’ Playhouse 2010-2011 season. Admission is $150 per person. The Miracle Theatre is located at 280 Miracle Mile. For more information, call 305-444-9293.
April 17 – 18
The Bromeliad Society of South Florida presents the Bromeliad Plant Show and Sale. This is a wonderful opportunity to see and purchase these beautiful and easy-to-grow plants. The event takes place Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost of admission is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors 65+ and $10 for children 6-17 years of age. For more information, click here.
April 17
The Coral Gables branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System presents a dance performance for children. The Momentum Dance Company performs Peter and the Wolf, a children's favorite. This classic folk tale by Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev will feature Peter, his friends the Bird and the Duck as they work together to outwit and capture the fierce Wolf. Each character is represented by a different instrument of the orchestra. The event takes place in the auditorium of the library, 3443 Segovia Street, at 11a.m. For more information, call 305-442-8706.
April 19 – May 15
The Coral Gables Police Department is offering those women who have completed the basic self-defense program designed by R.A.D. (Resist Aggression Defensively) an Advance RAD program. The Advanced RAD program builds upon techniques that were learned in Basic RAD but deals with defending against multiple attackers, weapons, and various other techniques. This program is intensive. The cost of the program is $100. Classes are held at the Coral Gables Police Department, 2801 Salzedo Street, Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 15 from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. To register or for more information, call the Coral Gables Police Department's Community Affairs Unit at 305-460-5401 or email kdenham@coralgables.com.
April 19
The April meeting of the Miami Memorabilia Collectors Club is the annual open house event honoring Dade Heritage Days. At this meeting, members are encouraged to bring Miami memorabilia to exhibit relating to the theme New Faces/Old Places. The public is invited to come, look, swap items and just enjoy. The meeting will take place at Central Christian Church, 222 Menores Avenue, at 6:30 p.m. This event is free. For more information, call Seth Bramson at 305-575-1016.
April 19
The Adult Activity Center is hosting its monthly Lunch and Lecture program. The event consists of a complimentary lunch followed by a guest speaker. This month the topic is Story Telling Brought to Life. Nancy Avera will be acting out a story in full costume. Lunch starts at 11:30 a.m. and is followed by the guest speaker. The Adult Activity Center is located at 624 Anastasia Avenue.
April 20 – May 4
The Coral Gables Police Department's Community Affairs Unit is offering a Children's Self-Defense Program designed by radKIDS (Resist Aggression Defensively). Certified police instructors will provide opportunities for children to learn life skills regarding safety, options, and realistic and empowering choices to escape violence. Classes are designed for children ages 5-7 and 8-12. Classes will be held at the Coral Gables Police Department, 2801 Salzedo Street, on Tuesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The program costs $50 per child. Families with more than one child will receive a $20 discount for each additional child. (First child: $50, Second child: $30, Third child: $10) Scholarships are available. To register or for more information, call the Coral Gables Police Department's Community Affairs Unit at 305-460-5401 or email kdenham@coralgables.com.
April 21 – May 1
The Jerry Herman Ring Theatre presents Rent. Based on Puccini's classic opera La Boheme, Rent is a revolutionary rock opera that tells the story of a group of bohemians struggling to live and pay their rent in the gritty background of New York's East Village. Playing for over 12 years, Rent went on to become one of the longest running shows in Broadway history. Performances take place Wednesdays thru Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. The Ring Theatre is located at 1312 Miller Drive. For more information, call 305-284-3355 or click here.
April 22
Come listen to the award winning University of Miami Frost Salsa Orchestra with its unique sound blending jazz vocals, straight ahead swing, funk and fusion with the more traditional sounds in Afro-Caribbean music. The band has featured musicians like Silvano Monasterios, Jason Carder, Barry Reiss, Alexander Pope Norris, Marko Marcinko and Shelly Berg among others. Event starts at 8 p.m. at the Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Rd. Tickets are $15 per person. For more information, please call 305-284-5813.
April 22
Seniors with busy schedules get together for dinner. "Let's Do Dinner!" is a special program for seniors 55+ to make friends and enjoy a great meal together. Participants meet at select restaurants at 6 p.m. and each pays their own bill. This month, seniors meet at Le Provencal, 266 Miracle Mile. Register by that Tuesday by calling Anastasia Smith at 305-460-5609.
April 22
If you call Coral Gables home, and plan to keep it that way – don't miss Home Matters Coral Gables, a free event showcasing neighborhood connections for long term City Beautiful living. This event takes place on the 6th floor terrace of Mass Mutual, 2100 Ponce de Leon, at 4:30 p.m. The event includes free screenings from Baptist Health South Florida, educational breakout sessions, exhibits, door prizes and refreshments courtesy of The Palace. The four breakout session topics are: Because You Are Forgetful Doesn't Mean It's Alzheimer's; Healthy Weight Management for Life and Stress Reduction; What's New at The Palace of Coral Gables; and Good Retirement Decisions & Understanding Long Term Care. To register for this event visit www.LTC-Miami.com (Choose Events Registration under the Contact tab) or leave a voice mail at 305-282-3885. Admission is free and open to the public.
April 23
The 6th edition of The American Ideal will take place at First United Methodist Church. This free concert showcases wonderful talent with a program that includes an orchestra, youth virtuosi soloists and opera singers. This year, the music will feature Tchaikovsky Celebration, Lalo, and Mozart. The American Ideal VI performance begins at 10 a.m. at the church located at 6565 Red Road in Coral Gables. For more information, please call 305-667-7509.
April 23
It's important to be prepared for any situation that may come. The Police Department is offering a free Self-Defense Workshop that will offer seniors vital knowledge and hands-on techniques to keep them safe. Reservations are required. The workshop will take place in the chapel in the senior center, 624 Anastasia Avenue, at 11:30 a.m.
April 23
The Dance Now Ensemble joins forces with Dade Heritage Trust in a performance at the historic Coco Plum Woman's Club in Coral Gables. The evening of athletic and poignant dance will feature audience favorites from the company's decade of critically acclaimed repertory. The Coco Plum Woman's Club is located at 1375 Sunset Drive. This event starts at 8 p.m. general admission costs $20 and $15 for students and seniors. For more information, call 305-975-8489.
April 23
The professional singers that make up the critically acclaimed group Seraphic Fire present Chant: A Seraphic Fire Candlelight Experience. The men of Seraphic Fire will be singing a Gregorian chant. The cadence of ancient Latin and the undulating melodies of centuries-old chant will transport you to another world, another time and another place. The performance takes place at First United Methodist Church, 536 Coral Way at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $35. For more information, call 305-285-9060.
April 24 – 25
The Food and Garden Festival featuring the 31st Annual Spring Plant Sale returns to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. Come see culinary demonstrations with just-picked from the garden products. Gather new recipes and tips and visit with local growers which will showcase the best fruits, vegetables and herbs available in South Florida. The event takes place at the garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The cost of admission is $20 for adults, $15 for seniors 65+ and $10 for children 6-17 years of age. For more information, click here.
April 24 – June 6
The University of Miami's Lowe Art Museum presents a UM Faculty Exhibition titled William Carlson: Aquila Non Capit Muscas (translation: An Eagle Does Not Catch Flies). Carlson will showcase glass wall sculptures. His examination of evolving forms of communication forms the base of his aesthetic focus. The exhibition will be open to the public Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Admission costs $10 for adults and $5 for students and seniors. For more information, call 305-284-3535 or click here.
April 24 – May 23
GableStage presents the Southeastern premier of The Quarrel. Based on a Yiddish story, The Quarrel by David Brandes and Joseph Telushkin tells the story of two friends, an Orthodox rabbi and a Jewish poet who has lost his faith - both Holocaust survivors. When they meet unexpectedly years later, it sparks a fierce battle of wits and a raw test of friendship faith and tolerance. Performances take place Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Ticket prices range from $37.50 to $45. GableStage is located at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue. For more information, call 305-445-1119 or click here.
April 25
The Chopin Foundation of the United States presents the latest free concert of its 2009-2010 Chopin for All season. Pianist Grace Fong will be gracing the stage at Granada Presbyterian Church, 950 University Drive at 3 p.m. Fong has gained critical acclaim in the U.S. and around the world. She will be performing for free. For more information, click here.
