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.
August 2 - 30
Need a fun summer venue for the whole family that won't break the bank? Check out Free Summer Sundays at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. The garden will open its doors and invite the public free of charge on Sundays during the month of August. This is the perfect opportunity to have a family picnic or just relax among the lush tropical foliage that has made Fairchild one of the most beautiful and premier gardens in the world. Fairchild Garden is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road and is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 305-667-1651.
August 6, 13
Looking for a way to make your résumé standout from the rest? Pat Morgan from Smooth Sailing Success Executive and Life Coaching will be hosting a Workshop on How to Create an Effective Resume. The workshop will include information on design, how to highlight your skills and play up your strengths. The course is being held at Paper Emporium, 231 Aragon Avenue, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The workshop costs $150. For more information or to reserve a seat contact Paper Emporium by calling at 305-445-7090 or by email at paperemporium@bellsouth.net.
August 7
Join the fun every first Friday when Gables Gallery Night attracts collectors and young professionals to the art galleries, sidewalk tapas bars, fine restaurants and clubs in safe, comfortable downtown Coral Gables. Thousands of visitors can join residents at Greater Miami’s liveliest monthly event by traveling to and from galleries aboard free, air-conditioned minibuses or the City’s quaint trolleys. Enjoy complementary refreshments, stroll through exhibitions of contemporary and modern Latin American, North American, and European art, including paintings, sculptures, textiles, works on paper and photography, along with art books, in a downtown area chock full of fascinating boutiques. Top off your evening in one of Coral Gables' celebrated dining spots, all within easy walking distance! For more information, call 305-444-4493.
August 9
Camelot Salon & Spa, 2600 Galiano Street in downtown Coral Gables is sponsoring The Gold-Diggers First Annual Cut-A-Thon charity event, from noon to 4 p.m. Guests at the salon can receive a haircut for $20, blow dry for $15 – $20 and other services, with all proceeds to benefit this non-profit organization, now in its 32nd year that benefits The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of South Florida and The Food for Life Network. The Gold-Diggers is made up of 60 women from Miami-Dade and Broward counties who raise money for these charities through fall fundraisers and their annual spring musical revue. For more information, call 305-439-3206.
August 13
Coral Gables Congregational Church continues its Summer Concert Series with master trombonist Delfeayo Marsalis. Marsalis began playing at age 13 and produced his first recording at 17. He has since produced over 75 major-label recordings that include Harry Connick, Jr., Marcus Roberts, Spike Lee, his father Ellis Marsalis and brothers Branford and Wynton Marsalis. Marsalis will be performing at the Summer Concert Series held at the Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Boulevard, at 8 p.m. Tickets range from $25 – $40. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-448-7421, extension 33 or click here.
August 15 – September 13
GableStage Theater is pleased to announce the final play of its season: Speed the Plow, a hilarious, acid-etched satire that depicts Hollywood as a culture of corruption. Telling the story of two greedy Hollywood executives that are set to pitch a can't-lose deal to the studio boss, but a seductive secretary complicates everything. For more information on show performances and/or to buy tickets call the box office at 305-446-1116. GableStage is located on 1200 Anastasia Avenue.
August 15
The new school year is just around the corner and the Summer of Fun, presented by Books & Books, is not done yet. Join us for another Summer of Fun Book Club for Kids with the say-it-loud-say-it-proud summer fun of Zorgamazoo by Robert Paul. Kids ages 7 to 70 will love to read aloud this book at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, beginning at 11 a.m. For more information, call 305-4424408.
Through August 16
The Area Stage Company continues its season with the USA premiere of Your Molotov Kisses, an award winning play by Gustavo Ott. Don’t miss this hilarious and provocative commentary on political incorrectness. Coral Gables residents will receive 50% off admission tickets. Performances take place at the Riviera Theatre, 1560 South Dixie Highway, Coral Gables. For reservations and more information, call 305-666-2078.
Through August 30
From now until the end of August, the Village of Merrick Park is honoring our four-legged friends with the month-long event, The Doggy Days of Summer. Bring your leashed dog to the pet friendly shopping destination on Sundays between 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. and enjoy special treats and in-store promotions from participating shops and restaurants including Adolfo Dominguez, Applemint, C'est Bon Café, Juicy Couture and Village. The Village of Merrick Park is located at 358 San Lorenzo Avenue. For more information, call 305-534-0081.
