Cultural Calendar

The following is a list of ongoing cultural events in Coral Gables. Event schedules are subject to change, so please call the organizations directly in advance of a show.

If you are an arts & culture organization holding events in Coral Gables and wish to be included in this listing, please send an e-mail message to e-news@coralgables.com. Please include complete event information such as time, date, place, name of performance or artist, ticket prices, and contact information.

Theatre

• January 28 - March 27: The Actors' Playhouse Musical Theatre for Young Audiences kicks off the New Year with the Prince Street Player's version of the classic tale Jack and the Beanstalk. Based on the fairy tale by Joseph Jacobs, this wacky adventure takes the climb with Jack as he goes up the magical beanstalk into a world of friendly giants, evil barons, and dancing geese. Performances are on Saturdays at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $17. The Actors' Playhouse at Miracle Theatre is located at 280 Miracle Mile. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-444-9293 or click here.

• February 10 - 28: A play that addresses diversity issues unique to Miami will be performed at the Actors' Playhouse at Miracle Theatre. Melt by Michael McKeever depicts the story of how three families- one Cuban, one African American and one Jewish- collide, intermingle and eventually blend or melt into an intricately woven tapestry of family, history and hope. Watch Melt at the Actors' Playhouse, 280 Miracle Mile, Wednesdays - Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $30 for general admission, $25 for seniors and $15 for students. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-444-9293.

• February 27 - March 28: The GableStage at the Biltmore Hotel presents the Southeastern Premiere of Blasted by Sarah Kane. Startling imagery and bleak humor create a theatrical performance complete with destruction, collapse and ultimately redemption and love. It is considered one of the most controversial and shocking plays ever produced. This play is only for adults. Performances take place on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets range from $37.50 to $45. GableStage is located on the northeast corner of the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the box office at 305-445-1119 or click here.

• February 22 - 25: The University of Miami's Frost Opera Theatre presents The Merry Widow. This classic Viennese operetta by Franz Lehar will performed at the Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive, at 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday and at 3 p.m. on Thursday. Tickets are $20 for general admission, $10 for seniors, and $5 for UM students and faculty. For more information or ticket reservations, call 305-284-4886 or click here.

• February 24 - March 7: The Jerry Herman Ring Theatre presents Baby with the Bathwater by Christopher Durang. This satiric dark comedy deals with the pitfalls of parenthood. This play will be in rotating repertory with Almost, Maine. Performances take place at the theatre, 1312 Miller Drive, Wednesdays through Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. For more information or ticket prices, call the box office at 305-284-3355 or click here.

• February 25 - March 6: The Jerry Herman Ring Theatre presents Almost, Maine by John Cariani. The play is set in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine where things are not always as they seem. Performances take place at the Theatre, 1312 Miller Drive, Wednesdays through Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. For more information or ticket prices, call the box office at 305-284-3355 or click here.

• March 5 – April 4: New Theatre presents Equus by playwright Peter Shaffer. This is the primal and electric story of a stable boy and psychiatrist who seeks to understand the sexual and religious mystery which leads to a climactic and unbelievable event. Performances take place on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 1 p.m. Tickets cost $35 for Thursday and Sunday evenings and $40 for Friday, Saturday and Sunday matinees. New Theatre is located at 4120 Laguna Street. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the box office at 305-443-5909 or click here

• March 3 - April 4: An internationally acclaimed Broadway hit is coming to Coral Gables. The Actors' Playhouse at Miracle Theatre presents Miss Saigon. This classic love story is set in the turmoil of the Vietnam War. An American soldier and a Vietnamese girl fall in love, only to be separated during the fall of Saigon. Their struggles to find each other over the ensuing years creates an unparalleled drama and a must see musical theatrical experience. Performances take place Wednesdays thru Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. at Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile. For ticket information, call 305-444-9293 or click here.

• March 5, 6, 12, 13: The Emmy Award-winning cartoon series of the 1970's makes a comeback on the musical stage. Miami Childrens Theater presents School House Rock. Performances take place at the Coral Gables Youth Center Theater, 405 University Drive, at 8 p.m. with additional performances on Saturdays at 3 p.m. Tickets cost $14 for adults and $12 for children. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-274-3595 or click here.

• 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 including ticket prices, call 305-284-4886.

• 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 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 or to purchase tickets, call 305-284-3355 or click here.

• April 29 - May 29: The Actors' Playhouse Theatre for Young Audiences presents Young King Arthur. The play created for children takes shows King Arthur as a child who soon discovers that with power comes responsibilities and troubles, especially from his jealous brother Sir Kay and the evil knight Sir Ridley. With the help of Merlin the Magician and an outspoken peasant girl named Brynith, Young King Arthur discovers that real power comes not from swashbuckling and sorcery, but from the heart. Performances take place Saturdays at 2 p.m. at Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile. For ticket information, call 305-444-9293 or click here.

• May 1 - 2: Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre presents an entire weekend of theatre fun for the whole family at the 15th Annual National Children's Theatre Festival Kids Fest. The festival will feature the winning musical in the national call to competition for new children's works. There will also be many other activities geared toward children and their families. This event takes place at Actors' Playhouse Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile. For more information and event times, call 305-444-9293.

• May 14, 15, 21, 22: : A Disney classic is performed on the big stage. Miami Childrens Theater presents Disney's Aristocats. See how this tale of aristocratic and alley cats is transformed into a moving musical. Performances take place at the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center Theater, 405 University Drive, at 8 p.m. with additional performances on Saturdays at 3 p.m. Tickets cost $14 for adults and $12 for children. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-274-3595 or click here.

Musical

• February 11: The Dante Alighieri Society presents The Duo Trivella & the Bergonzi Quartet. The duo will have two pianos and perform with the music of Donizetti, Trovesi and Giovanni Sgambati in a special transcription for four hands and a string quartet. This performance marks a first time collaboration between the Dranoff and the Bergonzi Quartet. The event takes place at the Gusman Concert Hall at the University of Miami, 1314 Miller Drive, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $30 for general admission and $50 for VIP tickets with reception. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here.

• February 14: The University of Miami Frost School of Music presents Ensemble Illuminations: A Showcase of Chamber Works by Alba Rosa Vietor. The works of the Italian born pianist, violinist and composer will be performed at UM's Clarke Recital Hall, 1314 Miller Drive, at 2 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, click here.

• February 14: Head over to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden on the most romantic days of the year for an outdoor concert featuring multiple Grammy winner Jon Secada. Don't miss this Valentine's Day Concert where you can bring your blankets and picnic baskets and enjoy Fairchild's most romantic event. The garden is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road. The gates will open at 5:30 p.m. with the concert starting at 7 p.m. For ticket information, call Jennifer Baldwin at 305-663-8058.

• February 19: Cuban American mezzo-soprano Mabel Ledo is coming to Coral Gables for the romantic concert A Valentine's Nostalgia. Ledo will be performing a program that includes composers such as De Falla, Bizet and Prokofiev. The performance takes place at 8 p.m. at the Maurice Gusman Concert Hall at the University of Miami, 1314 Miller Drive. Tickets range from $15 to $60. For more information on the concert or to purchase tickets, call 305-275-5666 or click here.

• February 21: Coral Gables Congregational Church has gathered some of the most talented opera singers and musicians from South Florida for a concert titled Voices for Haiti to benefit the survivors of the earthquake in Haiti. The event takes place at the church, 3010 De Soto Boulevard, at 4 p.m. Tickets for this benefit concert cost $10 - $25. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-781-5528.

• February 26: Over the next three years, Seraphic Fire and the Firebird Chamber Orchestra will present the complete Brandenburg Concertos in concert in South Florida. The project begins with Bach's quadruple concerto for trumpet, oboe, flute and violin. This performance will take place at the First United Methodist Church, 536 Coral Way, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $35. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-285-9060 or click here.

• February 27: The Miami Bach Society begins its Tropical Baroque Festival XI with Concerto Soave. This performance by Maria Cristina Kier and Jean-Marc Aymes will showcase the music of the Italian Baroque period. The concert is to take place at St. Philip's Episcopal Church, 1142 Coral Way, at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $35 for general admission and $45 for preferred seating. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-669-1376.

• February 28: The Miami Bach Society presents its Tropical Baroque Festival XI. The Bach Society Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Donald Oglesby, plays a selection of Baroque favorites at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue, at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $40 for general admission and $50 for preferred seating. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-669-1376.

• February 28: The talented doctoral student in piano at University of Miami, Fabiana Claure, has been selected as one of five national recipients of the Yamaha-In Residence Fellowship from the College Music Society Fund. You'll have a chance to hear why she was selected. Fabiana Claure will be performing a Doctoral Piano Recital at Gusman Hall on UM's Coral Gables campus at 8 p.m. Gusman is located at 1314 Miller Drive. To request more information, click here.

• March 1: The Miami Bach Society presents the Duo Recital: with Vittorio Ghielmi and Luca Pianca from Italy. The duo makes their South Florida debut as part of the Society's Tropical Baroque Festival XI. Their performance takes place at Coral Gables Congregational Church, 3010 De Soto Boulevard, at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $35 for general admission and $45 for preferred seating. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-669-1376.

• March 3: The Miami Bach Society presents the ensemble of recorder musician Dorothee Obrerlinger and harpsichordist Christian Reiger. Obrerlinger-Reiger will perform their first ever South Florida concert at Danielson Gallery at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue, at 8 p.m. This concert is part of the Tropical Baroque Festival XI. Tickets cost $35 for general admission and $45 for preferred seating. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-669-1376.

• March 5: The Miami Bach Society ends its Tropical Baroque Festival XI with Capilla de Sol: Photo Exhibit and Lecture. Capilla del Sol is a vocal-instrumental ensemble specialized in pre classical styles, performed with original instruments and techniques, focused in Spanish and Latin American repertory. A musicologist will discuss the photo exhibit and give a lecture to take place at Comber Hall located at the Church of the Little Flower, 2711 Indian Mound Trail, at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $20 for general admission. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-669-1376.

• March 14: Sunday Afternoons of Music for Children presents David Grover & the Big Bear Band: A Family Concert. This concert created especially for children will include several sing-along songs where children come to the stage to participate. This event takes place at Gusman Concert Hall at the Frost School of Music on the grounds of the University of Miami, 1314 Miller Drive, at 3 p.m. Ticket prices range from $10 - $12. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-271-7150 or click here.

• March 20: Miami Symphony Orchestra's season continues with its New Artists Series. Chinese Pianist Tian Lu will be performing at Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive, at the University of Miami campus at 8 p.m. For ticket information, click here.

• March 21: Sunday Afternoons of Music is presents pianist Olga Kern. Kern was born into a family of musicians with direct links to Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff. The performance take place at Gusman Concert Hall at the Frost School of Music on the grounds of the University of Miami, 1314 Miller Drive, at 4 p.m. Admission ranges from $10 - $35. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-271-7150 or click here.

• March 26: Seraphic Fire presents Israel in Egypt – The Passover Story by G. F. Handel. In this dramatic performance, Seraphic Fire will recount the story of how Jews escaped from Egypt through music. The concert takes place at First United Methodist Church, 536 Coral Way, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets cost $50. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-285-9060.

• April 3: In this special Saturday edition, Sunday Afternoons of Music for Children welcomes Florida's Singing Sons Boychoir with artistic director Craig Denison. The award winning group of youth ages 8 – 12 will engage in the hearty singing on an array of musical styles, languages and choreography. This event takes place at Gusman Concert Hall at the Frost School of Music on the grounds of the University of Miami, 1314 Miller Drive, at 3 p.m. Ticket prices range from $10 - $12. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 305-271-7150 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.

Senior Activities

• Mondays: Join the Morning Coffee Club. Catch up on the latest news and chat with friends while enjoying a fresh cup of coffee. Just drop in every Monday from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. No registration required and best of all, it's free. The Coral Gables Adult Activity Center is located at 624 Anastasia Avenue.

• Every 2nd Monday: Keeping tabs on your blood pressure is important. The Coral Gables Fire Department is offering free monthly blood pressure screenings. Just stop by the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center, 624 Anastasia Avenue, between 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m

• Mondays & Thursdays: Who said exercise can't be fun! Dance your way to better health when you join instructor Belkis Frangente in Dancercise! The classes are one hour long, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and cost $10 a month. Registration is required. Call 305-460-5609

• Every 4th Wednesday: Jim Pollack, the senior center's new volunteer leader will share his knowledge of the jazz era and collection of vast bands and artists. Mr. Pollack has been a guest on “Night Train” on WLRN radio. Come interact and discuss your knowledge at Jazz Music Classics, the bi-weekly informal discussion group at 1 p.m. in Room 112 at the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center, 624 Anastasia Avenue. No registration required. For more information, call 305-460-5609.

• Wednesdays & Fridays: Who said exercise can't be fun! Dance your way to better health when you join instructor Belkis Frangente in Dancercise! The classes are one hour long, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., and cost $9 a month. Registration is required. Call 305-460-5609.

• Every 3rd Thursday: The knitting sensation “Flying Fingers of Coral Gables” have been featured in newspapers for having big hearts and quick hands. Be a part of the team that is knitting up a storm for charity. All levels welcome. No registration required. The “Knit for a Cause” group meets at the Adult Activity Center, 624 Anastasia Avenue from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

• Fridays: Learn how to hold a conversation in Spanish with volunteer Luz Del Rio. Conversational Spanish classes take place from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Room 112 at the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center, 624 Anastasia Avenue. A five-week session costs just $12. Space is limited! For more information, call 305-460-5609.

• Wednesdays: Enjoy a main dish, side salad, assorted desserts, ice tea, soft music and new or old friends, all for only $6! It's the best deal in town! The Weekly Lunch is catered by "Catering by Lovables." Pre-registration is required by Mondays. Weekly Lunch is served at 12 p.m. Upcoming menu: February 3: Italian Sausage and Peppers, February 10: Chicken Roma, February 17: Tilapia, February 24: Grilled Chicken Penne, March 3: Salmon, March 10: Chicken Piccata, March 17: Tortelloni (vegetables only), March 24: Baked FL Snapper, March 31: Lasagna (meat or vegetable), April 7: Lemon Chicken, April 14: Penne alla Genovese (tomatoes and pesto), April 21: London Broil, and April 28: Salmon.

• Every 1st Wednesday: Spend the afternoon playing a friendly game of Bingo. Meet in the chapel at the senior center, 624 Anastasia Avenue, at 1:00 p.m. Participation is free.

• Wednesdays: Get ready to step it up. The Walking Group now meets every Wednesday. Meet in the Riviera Drive parking lot at the Adult Activity Center, 624 Anastasia Avenue, at 9:15 a.m. The group walks around the Center's parking lot.

• Every 3rd Friday: Informative Monthly Workshops will help with real life issues seniors face and strives to eliminate confusion on topics such as retirement planning, managing fixed income, investment planning, estate planning, health and wellness issues, eldercare for aging loved ones. The workshops will be hosted by Marilyn Bruno, Ph.D., J.D (Retired Analyst & Program Coordinator of Economic Policy for the State Department's Foreign Service, Volunteer for SHINE & AARP Legal Council for the Elderly). Ask questions, voice concerns and get help. Meet in Room 112 at the Adult Activity Center, 624 Anastasia Avenue, from 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. To RSVP or to find out specific topics, call 305-460-5609.

• February 2 - March 11: Every Tuesday and Thursday at the Coral Gables Branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System, 3443 Segovia Street, will feature AARP volunteers helping people with their tax returns. The AARP Tax Assistance program takes place at 11:30 a.m. The volunteers are trained to assist in the preparation of tax returns. This is a free service. For more information, call 305-442-8706.

• February 11: The Coral Gables Adult Activity Center presents another Day at the Casino. For this popular event, seniors are transported to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for a day of gaming, food and fun. A bus will depart from the Senior Center, 624 Anastasia Avenue, at 9 a.m. and return at 4 p.m. The fee is $25 and includes money for play, food voucher and transportation. Space is limited. For more information or to reserve your seat, call 305-460-5609.

• February 19: The Coral Gables Fire Department will be teaching residents how to perform CPR. This is not a certification course but it does, however, teach seniors the lifesaving skill. The free CPR course takes place in the chapel at the senior center, 624 Anastasia Avenue, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Reservations are required. For more information, call 305-460-5609.

• February 25: 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 Randazzo's, 385 Miracle Mile. Register by that Tuesday by calling Anastasia Smith at 305-460-5609.

• March 3: Miss Saigon is an epic and daring opera depicting the tragic tale of the doomed romance of a Vietnamese women and an American soldier during the Vietnam War. Grab a friend and meet at the Actors' Playhouse at Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile, at 7 p.m. to receive tickets for this classic. Pre-registration and payment of fee is required by February 15 or while ticket supplies last. For fee information, call 305-460-5609.

• March 4: Broadway comes to Miami and the Adrienne Arsht Center. Long before Dorothy arrived in the land of Oz there were two other girls. Wicked is the story of how they grow up to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. This Tony award-winning musical is considered to be one of the most spellbinding musicals in years. Meet at the War Memorial Youth Center at 1 p.m. A bus will transport you to the Arsht Center for the performance. The fee is $90 and includes roundtrip transportation and ticket. Pre-registration is required by February 17. For more information or to make reservations, call 305-460-5609.

• March 15: 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 will be the History of South Florida by historian Seth Bramson. Lunch starts at 11:30 a.m. and is followed by the guest speaker. The Adult Activity Center is located at 624 Anastasia Avenue.

• March 25: 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 Red Koi Lounge, 317 Miracle Mile. Register by that Tuesday by calling Anastasia Smith at 305-460-5609.

• 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 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 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 30: This is the second part of the Police Department's Self-Defense Workshop. This free workshop will offer seniors important information and show them techniques to help 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.

Other

• Tuesdays: Learn why there is so much passion in tango. World Tango Champion Monica Llobet teaches tango classes at the Biltmore Hotel. The group class for beginners is held from 8 – 9 p.m. and 9 - 10 p.m. for advanced students. Learn basic steps, technique, musicality, philosophy and the passion behind the dance. The Biltmore Hotel is located at 1200 Anastasia Avenue. For more information, call 1-800-727-1926 or click here.

• First Friday of Month: From now until April, Art in the Park will be held in conjunction with Gallery Night in the Gables. The first Friday of every month, hundreds of people descend on Fred B. Hartnett/Ponce Circle Park for live music, art exhibits and much more. The fun starts at 6 p.m. and runs until midnight. The event includes several activities for children. The park is located at 2810 Ponce de Leon Boulevard. For more information, click here.

• Thursdays: The Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center wants you to dance your way to fitness. The Youth Center, 405 University Drive, is offering Azucar Aerobics & Conditioning classes that are convenient for working professionals. Classes take place from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. A month-long pass costs $30 - $50 depending on resident/member status. For more information or to register, call 305-460-5600 or click here.

• Saturdays: The Youth Center is offering Adult Intermediate Ballet. This class is for adults, ages 16 and older, with some experience in classical ballet. Classes take place from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. The cost ranges from $48 - $80 a class depending on resident/member status. The Youth Center is located at 405 University Drive. For more information or to register, call 305-460-5600 or click here.

• First Friday through May: Starting in December, restaurant goers will be able to dine al fresco in Downtown Coral Gables every first Friday of the month. The City's Restaurant Row, located on the 100 block of Giralda Avenue between Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Galiano Street, will be closed to vehicular traffic so guests can dine under the stars. Giralda Under the Stars will also include live music and entertainers. Take advantage of the change in atmosphere and enjoy your favorite restaurants in a way you haven't before. For more information, click here

• Saturdays from January 16 - March 27: The popular Farmers Market returns to Coral Gables. The market will feature local produce, baked goods, and culinary and gardening demonstrations. The Market located in front of City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way, is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information and schedule of events, call 305-460-5312.

• Through May 2010: The Village of Merrick Park is hosting a Live Music Series that includes a mix of Jazz, Bossanova, World Music, Flamenco, Classics, Pop Melodies, Contemporary and Latin Grooves. Guests can listen to the live music from 2 - 6 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Village of Merrick Park is located at 358 San Lorenzo Avenue. For more information, call 305-534-0081.

• January 11 - March 5: The Miami Children's Theater Conservatory is offering professional theater training for young aspiring artists between the ages of 4 -19. The classes are designed to develop imagination, concentration, character, professionalism and technique. This dynamic program offers classed geared toward beginners exploring acting for the first time as well as for young actors with previous experience. For more information or to register for the classes, contact the Miami Children's Theater Conservatory by click here.

• February 6 - April 4: Forty Cuban born artists who live in and outside of Cuba use subtle devices or irony, metaphor and ambiguity to challenge accepted artistic and political discourse. Their collective artworks make up the exhibition Cuba Avant-Garde: Contemporary Cuban Art from the Farber Collection which is on display at the Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami. The Museum which is located at 1301 Stanford Drive is open Tuesdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission costs $10 for adults, $5 for students and senior citizens. For more information, call 305-284-3535 or click here.

• February 9: World Tango Champion, Monica Llobet, is hosting a Valentine's Dance that depicts the Passion of Tango. Beginners and advanced students will dance the night away and enjoy specially selected wines from Argentina. The event starts at 8 p.m. at the Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Avenue. Llobet will be teaching beginners some of the basic tango moves. At 10 p.m. the class ends and the fun begins as you share the dance floor with experienced tango dancers. This event costs $15 per person. For more information or to make reservations, call 305-445-1926.

• February 11: The University of Miami Friends of the Libraries hosts a program to discuss the sites and encounters that link Euro-African contact and the slave trade during the 15th through 19th Century. Director of Africana Studies at the University of Miami Edmund Abaka will lead discussion during the program and will also discuss his project, House of Slaves & “Door of No Return”: Gold Coast/Ghana Slave Forts and Castles and the Euro-African Encounters of the 15th-19th Century. This event takes place in the Richter Library-Special Collections at the University of Miami campus, 1300 Miller Drive, at 7 p.m. For more information or to reserve your seat, email rhughs@miami.edu or click here.

• February 11: Experience the beauty of Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden at night. Enjoy samples of a variety of wines while listening to an art lecture. The Wine Tasting and Art Lecture event at Fairchild begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m. Bob Petzinger will be informing guests about the different art pieces at Fairchild Garden. 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. Fairchild is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road. For more information, click here.

• February 13: Steinway & Sons Piano Gallery in Coral Gables presents story time for children. On this day the book reading for children will be “Henry the Steinway & the Piano Recital”. The free event takes place at the gallery, 4104 Ponce de Leon Boulevard, at 10:30 a.m. Reservations are required. For more information, or to reserve your spot, call 305-774-9878 or click here.

• February 13: The Coral Gables Farmers Market is returns with fresh produce, baked goods and gourmet food. The market will feature a Tai Chi class at 8 a.m., a gardening workshop at 9 a.m. on Herb Gardening, a cooking demonstration at 10 a.m. by Whisk Gourmet, and a children's Valentine's activity at 11 a.m. hosted by the Coral Gables Youth Center. The Farmers Market takes place in front of City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call the Economic Sustainability Department at 305-460-5311.

• February 14: The Biltmore Hotel hopes to make golf the new game of love. Come with your sweetheart to the Biltmore Golf Course for a Couples Golf Clinic & 9 Holes of Golf. The clinic starts at 2 p.m. at the championship course located at 1200 Anastasia Avenue. This event costs $100 per couple. For more information or to make reservations, call 305-445-1926.

• February 15: The Coral Gables Museum will hold its First Annual Presidents Day Golf Tournament. The event presented by Dooley Mack Constructors will take place at the Biltmore Hotel Golf Course, 1200 Anastasia Avenue. Sponsorships and all player levels include greens fees, carts, a breakfast buffet, and the awards luncheon with open bar. Breakfast begins at 7 a.m. with the shotgun start at 8 a.m. For more information, contact Christine Rupp at 305-910-3996.

• February 19: 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 February 17. For more information or to register, call 305-460-5600 or click here.

• February 20: Books & Books presents author Doug Hirschhorn who will be discussing his latest book 8 Ways to Great. The book goes beyond giving inspirational advice to provide practical tools that anyone can use, no matter what their profession or personal goals, to break through self-defeating behaviors and deluded thinking to truly excel. The event will take place at the book store, 265 Aragon Avenue, at 7 p.m. For more information, call 305-442-4408.

• February 20: The Coral Gables Farmers Market is returns with fresh produce, baked goods and gourmet food. The market will feature a Tai Chi class at 8 a.m., a gardening workshop at 9 a.m. on The Wonders of Native Plants, a cooking demonstration at 10 a.m. by Angelique Euro Cafe, and a children's activity at 11 a.m. hosted by Books & Books brings Maurice Sendak's Wild Thing from Where the Wild Things Are to the market. The Farmers Market takes place in front of City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call the Economic Sustainability Department at 305-460-5311.

• February 22: Books & Books presents author Pamela Mitchell discussing her new book The 10 Laws of Career Reinvention, offering every tool readers need to navigate the full arc of career change. This event takes place at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, at 8 p.m. For more information, call 305-442-4408.

• February 25: Enjoy a Romantic Movie Night at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. The movie will be shown outside on the Garden House Lawn. Bring your blanket and picnic baskets. This event takes place from 6 p.m. to 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.

• February 27: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden presents Plants and People: An Interactive Garden, Unearthing a World of Experiences for People Living with Alzheimer's. During this program early to mid-stage patients and their caregivers will be treated to lunch and an exclusive and interactive tram tour of Fairchild. The program, which is free of charge, starts at 11:30 a.m. Registration is requested one week in advance. To make reservations, call 305-667-1651, extension 3388.

• February 27: The Coral Gables Farmers Market is returns with fresh produce, baked goods and gourmet food. The market will feature a Tai Chi class at 8 a.m., a gardening workshop at 9 a.m. on Growing a Cutting Flower Garden, a cooking demonstration at 10 a.m. by Le Provencal Restaurant, and a children's activity at 11 a.m. by Actors' Playhouse presents scenes from Jack and the Beanstalk. The Farmers Market takes place in front of City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call the Economic Sustainability Department at 305-460-5311.

• March 1: Books & Books presents author Kaylie Jones as she discusses her new memoir Lies My Mother Never Told Me. The book is a poignant look at her childhood, relationship with her famous father and alcoholic mother, and her own struggles with the disease. This author event takes place at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, at 8 p.m. For more information, call 305-442-4408.

• March 1: The Coral Gables Fire Department is offering residents a free CPR and AED class. Be prepared to handle a family emergency by learning the lifesaving techniques from trained professionals. The class will take place at Fire Station #3, 11911 Old Cutler Road, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. After the course, participants will receive a two year certification issued by the American Heart Association. For more information or to register for the CPR class, call the Fire Department at 305-460-5576.

• March 6: The Coral Gables Woman's Club invites you to participate in the Gables Gold Rush Casino Night. Dress in your best cowboy and cowgirl attire and head over to the Coral Gables Woman's Club, 1001-1009 East Ponce de Leon Boulevard, at 8 p.m. Expect a night full of fun and games, music and food. The funds raised by this event will benefit the Club's May Van Sickle Children's Dental Clinic which provides free dental services for underprivileged children ranging in age from 5 to 18. Tickets for Casino Night are $25 per person. For more information, click here or call 305-607-1722.

• March 6: The Momentum Dance Company heads to the Coral Gables branch of the Miami-Dade Public Library System to present a story through dance. The dance performances of Goldilocks and the Three Bears & Red Riding Hood will feature colorful costumes and upbeat, character-oriented dance movement. The classic tales will be told through music, dance and narration. This event takes place at 11 a.m. and is best for children grades Pre-K through 4th. The library is located at 3443 Segovia Street. For more information, call 305-442-8706.

• March 6: The Coral Gables Farmers Market is returns with fresh produce, baked goods and gourmet food. On this day, the market will honor its founder George Merrick with a Merrick House Day. The market will feature a Tai Chi class at 8 a.m., a gardening workshop at 9 a.m. on Gardening Practices in Early Coral Gables, a cooking demonstration at 10 a.m. by Chef Lori Moldovan who will prepare a recipe from George Merrick's boyhood time, and a children's activity at 11 a.m. featuring a hands-on presentation of musical instruments and performance by the Miami String Project. The Farmers Market takes place in front of City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call the Economic Sustainability Department at 305-460-5311.

• March 6: The American Heart Association is holding its annual gala, the 2010 Heart Ball. Dance the night away at the Ball that will feature cocktails, dinner and a silent auction. The announcement of the Big Heart Humanitarian Award Winners will be announced as well. Proceeds from this elegant celebration of life will benefit the American Heart Association. The event takes place at the Westin Colonnade Hotel, 180 Aragon Avenue, starting at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Karla Baez at 305-631-4755 or click here.

• March 11: Gear up for Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden's orchid festival with an Orchid Festival Preview and Art Lecture. This event is held in the garden at nightfall, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. get a sneak peak at the beautiful orchids and activities that will form part of the Orchid Festival and also learn more about the art you'll find at Fairchild. 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.

• March 12 - 14: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is hosting its 8th Annual International Orchid Festival. The weekend-long event features over 10,000 orchid plants from more than 50 vendors. You can also explore the wonder of orchids during one of our many garden workshops and walking tours. There will also be great food and entertainment. Fairchild Garden is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road. The festival is open 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. Admission is free for Fairchild members. For more information, click here.

• March 13: Books & Books presents author Mo Willems reading his new children's book I am Going! And Cat the Cat, Who is That? Willems introduces young readers to new characters and surprises. Bring your children to Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, at 4 p.m. For more information, call 305-442-4408.

• March 13: The South Florida Irish Community will hold its 30th Annual St. Patrick's Day Festival. The traditional Celtic celebration will start at noon and end at sunset at Fred B. Hartnett Ponce Circle Park, 2810 Ponce de Leon Boulevard. This family friendly event includes Irish food, crafts and many activities for children. Several Irish bands will perform traditional and contemporary Irish music. Admission to the festival is free. For more information, click here.

• March 18: Witness the magic of music with Sammy Tedder who demonstrates his homemade instruments and discusses how he achieves the sounds in his music. The University of Miami Friends of the Libraries presents interesting event to be held at the Austin and Marta Weeks Music Library, 5501 San Amaro Drive, at 7 p.m. Tedder wrote the soundtrack for Elam Stoltzfus' documentary “Big Cypress Swamp.” A small reception will start an hour before the program. For more information, click here

• March 19: 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 March 17. For more information or to register, call 305-460-5600 or click here.

• March 20: The Coral Gables Farmers Market is returns with fresh produce, baked goods and gourmet food. The market will feature a Tai Chi class at 8 a.m., a gardening workshop at 9 a.m. to help with any of your gardening problems, a cooking demonstration at 10 a.m. by Morton's The Steak House, and you'll want to put on your best spring clothing for a special picture with Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit who will arrive at the market at 11 a.m. for the children's activity. The Farmers Market takes place in front of City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call the Economic Sustainability Department at 305-460-5311.

• March 22: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden presents Plants and People: An Interactive Garden, Unearthing a World of Experiences for People Living with Alzheimer's. During this program early to mid-stage patients and their caregivers will be treated to lunch and an exclusive and interactive tram tour of Fairchild. The program, which is free of charge, starts at 11:30 a.m. Registration is requested one week in advance. To make reservations, call 305-667-1651, extension 3388.

• March 25: Come and experience Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden at night as moonlit tropical palms and world renowned art combine to create a beautiful setting for Movie Night. Enjoy a popular movie shown outside on the Garden House Lawn. Bring your blanket and picnic baskets to make it a truly special event. This event starts at 6 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.

• March 27: The Coral Gables Farmers Market ends its season with a Grand Finale Chefs' Picnic hosted by the American Institute of Wine & Food. South Florida's finest chefs team up with purveyors of fine produce and foods for this event. Samplings are available at a modest charge. Market visitors can participate in a Tai Chi class at 8 a.m. and later enjoy music, see antique cars and children can pet baby farm animals. The Farmers Market takes place in front of City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way. From 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more information, call the Economic Sustainability Department at 305-460-5311.

• April 1: Come and experience Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden at night as moonlit tropical palms and world renowned art combine to create a beautiful setting for Family Movie Night with the Dog. Enjoy a family friendly movie with your pet. The movie is shown outside on the Garden House Lawn. Bring your blanket and picnic baskets. This event starts at 6 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 3: The City of Coral Gables presents the popular Egg-streme Hunt & Carnival. Thousands of eggs will cover 13 city parks; some of which will be prized eggs. This is the largest simultaneous egg hunt in South Florida. The egg hunt starts at 10 a.m. After you're done collecting eggs, head over to the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center, 405 University Drive, for a carnival. For a list of participating parks and open spaces, click here.

• April 4: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is hosting and Easter Brunch at the Garden. Bring your appetite to the brunch. On the menu: Belgium waffles, made-to-order omelets, salads, a carving station and desserts galore. Come enjoy brunch and the springtime magic of Fairchild. The garden is located at 10901 Old Cutler Road. The event takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For more information on the cost and to make reservations, call 305-256-8399.

• April 5: The Coral Gables Fire Department is offering residents a free CPR and AED class. Be prepared to handle a family emergency by learning the lifesaving techniques from trained professionals. The class will take place at Fire Station #1, 2815 Salzedo Street, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. After the course, participants will receive a two year certification issued by the American Heart Association. For more information or to register for the CPR class, call the Fire Department at 305-460-5576.

• April 10: The 7th Annual Coral Gables Wine and Food Festival is back and bigger. The event, which brings together over 40 restaurants in one location, has moved locations from Giralda Avenue to the 200 and 300 blocks of Miracle Mile. Enjoy live music and delicious dishes made by some of the areas most popular chefs. The fundraising event benefits the South Florida Community's Asthma Program & Asthma Research at the University of Miami's Asthma Clinical Research Center. Tickets to the event cost $50. For more information, call 954-524-4657.

• April 12: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden presents Plants and People: An Interactive Garden, Unearthing a World of Experiences for People Living with Alzheimer's. During this program early to mid-stage patients and their caregivers will be treated to lunch and an exclusive and interactive tram tour of Fairchild. The program, which is free of charge, starts at 11:30 a.m. Registration is requested one week in advance. To make reservations, call 305-667-1651, extension 3388.

• 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 or to register, call 305-460-5600 or click here.

• 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 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.

• May 1: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden presents Plants and People: An Interactive Garden, Unearthing a World of Experiences for People Living with Alzheimer's. During this program early to mid-stage patients and their caregivers will be treated to lunch and an exclusive and interactive tram tour of Fairchild. The program, which is free of charge, starts at 11:30 a.m. Registration is requested one week in advance. To make reservations, call 305-667-1651, extension 3388.

• May 10: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden presents Plants and People: An Interactive Garden, Unearthing a World of Experiences for People Living with Alzheimer's. During this program early to mid-stage patients and their caregivers will be treated to lunch and an exclusive and interactive tram tour of Fairchild. The program, which is free of charge, starts at 11:30 a.m. Registration is requested one week in advance. To make reservations, call 305-667-1651, extension 3388.

Arts & Culture in Coral Gables

Theater/Musical:

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theater
280 Miracle Mile
305-444-9293
www.actorsplayhouse.org

Bill Cosford Cinema at the University of Miami
Memorial Building, 2nd Floor
1111 Memorial Dr.
305-284-4861
http://com.miami.edu/Our_School/Facilities.htm#CosfordCinema

GableStage
The Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Ave.
305-446-1116
www.gablestage.org

Jerry Herman Ring Theatre at the University of Miami
1312 Miller Drive
305-284-3355
http://www.miami.edu/tha/ring/rwelcome.htm

Maurice Gusman Concert Hall at the University of Miami
"Sunday Afternoons of Music"
1314 Miller Dr.
305-271-7150
http://www.music.miami.edu/facility/gusman/
http://www.sundaymusicals.org/gusman.htm

Miami Children’s Theater
Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center Theater
405 University Dr.
305-233-2206
www.miamichildrenstheater.com

New Theatre
4120 Laguna St.
305-443-5909
http://www.new-theatre.org/

Museums:

Casa Bacardi
1531 Brescia Ave.
305-284-2822 (305-284-CUBA)
http://casabacardi.iccas.miami.edu

Coral Gables Merrick House and Gardens
907 Coral Way
305-460-5361

Coral Gables Museum
Coming soon to 285 Aragon Ave.

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Rd.
305-667-1651
www.fairchildgarden.org

Montgomery Botanical Center
11901 Old Cutler Road
305-667-3800
www.montgomerybotanical.org

Lowe Art Museum at the University of Miami
1301 Stanford Dr.
305-284-3535
http://www.miami.edu/lowe/

PIAG - Museum & Gallery
2724 Ponce de Leon Blvd.
305-443-0770
www.piagmuseum.org

Antiques/Home Furnishings:

Alhambra Antiques / European Fine Art
2850 Salzedo St.
305-446-1688
www.alhambraantiques.com

The Gilded Hand
165 Aragon Ave.
305-442-1445
www.thegildedhand.com

Modernism Gallery
800 Douglas Rd., Suite 101
305-442-8743
www.modernism.com

Literary Events:

Barnes and Noble
152 Miracle Mile
305-446-4152

Books & Books
265 Aragon Ave.
305-442-4408
http://www.booksandbooks.com/NASApp/store/IndexJsp

Fifteenth Street Books
296 Aragon Ave.
305-442-2344

Other:

Miami Piano Academy
4091 Laguna Street
786-464-0566
www.miamipianoacademy.com

2008-2009 Coral Gables Cultural Grant Recipients

2008-09 Coral Gables Cultural Grant Recipients: A total of $166,250 in grant funds has been awarded to these organizations to support festivals and cultural and community events in Coral Gables. The City is proud to support the cultural community for its invaluable contributions to the Coral Gables way of life.

Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre - www.actorsplayhouse.org

Beaux Arts Festival - www.beauxartsmiami.org

Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education - www.caje-miami.org

Chopin Foundation of the United States - www.chopin.org

City Theatre - www.citytheatre.com

Civic Chorale of Greater Miami - www.civicchoraleofgreatermiami.org

Coral Gables Congregational Church - www.communityartsprogram.org

Coral Gables Museum Corp. - www.coralgablesmuseum.org

The Dance Now! Ensemble - www.dancenowmiami.org

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden - www.fairchildgarden.org

Friends of Chamber Music of Miami - www.MiamiChamberMusic.org

Friends of the Miami-Dade Public Library - www.mdpls.org

GableStage - www.GableStage.org

Greater Miami Youth Symphony of Dade County - www.gmys.org

Lowe Art Museum - www.miami.edu/lowe/

Merrick Festival - www.merrickfestival.org

Miami Bach Society - www.miamibachsociety.org

Miami Children’s Chorus - www.miamichildrenschorus.org

Miami Momentum Dance Company - www.momentumdance.com

Miami Short Film Festival - www.miamishortfilmfestival.com

Murray Dranoff Foundation - www.dranoff2piano.org

New Theatre - www.new-theatre.org

St. Patrick’s Day Committee - www.emeraldsocietysfl.com

Sunday Afternoons of Music - www.sundaymusicals.org

Temple Judea - www.judeagables.org

Tigertail Productions - www.tigertail.org

Walenstein Musical Organization - www.walensteinmusic.org

Women’s International Film & Arts Festival - www.womensfilmfest.com

University of Miami Frost School of Music - www.frestivalmiami.com

University of Miami School of Communication - www.cosfordcinema.com

Arts & Culture Around South Florida

Visit these web sites for more cultural events happening in South Florida:

Arts & Culture for Kids

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre
"Theatre for Young Audiences"
280 Miracle Mile
305-444-9293
http://www.actorsplayhouse.org

Maurice Gusman Concert Hall at the University of Miami
"Sunday Afternoons of Music for Children"
1314 Miller Dr.
305-271-7150
http://www.sundaymusicals.org/gusman.htm

Miami Children’s Theater
305-233-2206
www.miamichildrenstheater.com
Two locations:
Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center Theater
405 University Dr., Coral Gables