The City Beautiful, still verdant 99 years later. Happy Arbor Day!

The City Beautiful Movement was a reform philosophy of North American architecture and urban planning that flourished during the 1890s and 1900s with the intent of introducing beautification and monumental grandeur in cities.   The movement, originally associated mainly with…

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Pickleball to Come to Downtown Coral Gables: A Game-Changer for the Community

In an innovative move that blends urban development with the surging popularity of the nation’s fastest-growing sport, the Coral Gables Commission has announced plans to introduce eight new pickleball courts. These courts will not be nestled in a sprawling park…

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2023: Merrick Festival Caroling Competition

The Caroling Competition is an eagerly awaited holiday tradition in the City of Coral Gables. It was 1987 when the 550 Biltmore Way Building first presented the City with the spectacular poinsettia tree. The event is hosted by the 550…

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Trick-or-Treat on the Mile

October 28, 2023 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134 From 2 to 8 p.m., Miracle Mile will transform into a Halloween haven for the city’s “Trick-or-Treat on the Mile” event. Families are encouraged to come in costume and participate in…

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Coral Gables Pumpkin Patch

October 21, 2023 Ponce Circle Park, 2810 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables, FL 33134 Celebrate fall in the City Beautiful! Hundreds of pumpkins in all sizes will take over Ponce Circle Park. Enjoy live music, pumpkin decorating, face painting, a…

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Gables Gallery Night

October 6, 2023 · January 5, 2024 Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Coral Gables galleries and participating art venues open their doors on the first Friday of the month from 6 to 10 p.m. as…

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Parks Pollinator Palooza

When: September 23, 2023 Where: War Memorial Youth Center, 405 University Dr., Coral Gables, FL 33134 Participate in a family friendly event while giving back to nature. September is all about pollinators as we learn more about butterflies, build birdhouses…

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Don’t Miss It: Bright Star Closes Sunday At Actors’ Playhouse At Miracle Theatre

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre proudly presents the Miami premiere of the Broadway musical Bright Staras the third show of its historic 35th anniversary season. The production will run for a limited time now through April 16 with performances…

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Coral Gables Garden Club’s As I See It Photography Competition Fundraiser Is Underway

The Coral Gables Garden Club raises funds to give back to the City of Coral Gables, its residents, and schools and has done many beautification projects over the last 98 years. The mission of the garden club is dedicated to…

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Greater Miami Symphonic Band “Miami Music Makers”

When: 8:00 PM, Tuesday, May 9th, 2023  Where: Gusman Concert Hall (UM campus)              1314 Miller Drive, Coral Gables, FL. 33146 Program information: “Miami Music Makers” features music about Miami or composed by Miamians. The…

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