Greetings,
Cool weather is predicted this coming week with temperatures in the 60s and 70s and only a slight chance of rain.
It’s First Friday Gallery Night with Art In The Park and Giralda Under The Stars, plus Gala In The Garden and Superbowl weekend. And Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so start making plans with friends for an exciting array of Great Gables Events in the coming days.
Art In The Park
The Kiwanis Club brings the monthly Art In The Park event to Ponce Circle Park this Friday, featuring live music, refreshments, local artists and fun for the kids. http://www.artintheparkconcerts.com
Giralda Under The Stars
It’s a street party with live music, a culinary experience and a perfect setting for a great Friday night affair as the best venues on Restaurant Row present Giralda Under The Stars, starting at 6pm in the 100 block of Giralda, between Ponce and Galiano. Choose from Archie’s Gourmet Pizza, Miss Saigon Bistro, Talavera, The Bar, Castelluccio Ristorante, Las Vegas Restaurant, La Dorada, Pasion de Cielo, Spris, Il Grissino, Bangkok Bangkok and The Local. Reserve your outdoor table now by calling one of these restaurants.
Great Gables Restaurant Guide
Search the Great Gables Dining Guide online for contact info and descriptions of more than 160 local restaurants, gourmet shops and bars. http://www.greatgables.com/CoralGables/SearchRestaurants.html
A Taste Of Heaven: Rum Above The Clouds
Robert Burr will present a special program Thursday, February 11 on the outstanding Zacapa rums from Guatemala, with a tasting of their finest premium rums, including Zacapa Centenario 23 and XO. Robert will speak about his recent visit to the distillery and aging warehouse above the clouds in Guatemala. The event takes place at Sports Exchange, 45 Miracle Mile from 7 to 8:30pm. The cost is $20 per person. Seating is limited. Call 305-443-7973 or RSVP online: http://www.giftedrums.com/RSVP.html
Valentine’s Day Concert at Fairchild
If you and your sweetheart are searching for the perfect Valentine’s Day event on February 14, then you’ll find it at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden at a Valentine’ s Day Concert featuring the sultry sounds of Grammy award-winning singer and songwriter Jon Secada. Jon and his band will play jazz favorites that will set the mood on the most romantic night of the year. Bring a picnic basket (gourmet picnic baskets are available from Creative Tastes) and a blanket and let the dreamy music and the beauty of Fairchild make this Valentine’s Day a night to remember. Gates open at 5:30pm, concert starts at 7pm. Ticket prices: Fairchild Members $60, Non-members $75 VIP ticket: $175 includes reserved seating, buffet dinner and wine. Call Jennifer Baldwin, Special Events Coordinator, at 305-663-8058. http://www.fairchildgarden.org
A Peterbrooke Chocolate Valentine
Come to Peterbrooke Chocolatier at 227 Aragon on February 10th from 11am to 10pm or call in your order to enjoy a 20% discount on all purchases for Valentine’s Day. On February 11th through the 14th, The Chocolate Fountain will be flowing for your enjoyment while you shop for your Valentine gifts. Enjoy their complimentary wine and chocolate tasting. Call 305-446-3131. http://www.peterbrooke.com
Angelique On The Mile For Valentines
Get ready for a sweet loving Valentine’s weekend at Angelique EuroCafe, 117 Miracle Mile, with a romantic three course wine and dinner menu featuring Piper Heidsieck Champagne for $65 on Friday and Saturday. Then on Valentine’s Sunday, enjoy a sumptuous three course brunch menu with Cava Coroniu Brut pairing for $35. Call 305-529-9922. http://www.angeliqueeurocafe.com
Morton’s Valentine’s Special
Love is in the air at Mortons The Steakhouse, 2333 Ponce with a $99.99 special dinner for two from their signature menu. This offer is not listed on the menu. Ask for the Valentine’s special. Call 305-442-1662. http://www.mortonssteakhouse.com
Dinner In Paradise: Lovin’ In The Garden
Make plans for the most romantic day of the year by spending an enchanted Valentine’s evening (February 14th) in paradise and Gabriele Marewski’s Paradise Farms, 19801 SW 320 Street. Lovin’ In The Garden will tempt you and your lover’s senses throughout the evening as you stroll in the beautiful tropical gardens; recline together under the stars with a glass of delicious wine; indulge in their aphrodisiac-inspired menu kissed with organic herbs; paired with equally sensual wines selected by Sommelier Shari Gherman. Private chefs and brother/sister team Christopher Siragusa and Mary Siragusa will delight you with their farm fresh tropical cuisine with a specialty in edible flowers. Love songs fill the air to inspire passion and excitement. It will stir your senses, encourage you and your lover’s desire to be close… you’ll be dancing in the moonlight. Lovin’ In The Garden is the sure way to make this Valentine’s Day the one you will always remember. For more information and to make reservations, visit the web site: http://www.paradisefarms.net
New Corporate Lunch at Il Grissino
Stop by Il Grissino at 127 Giralda to enjoy their new corporate menu available weekdays from 11:30am to 3pm. Guests can enjoy a two-course meal for $13 with choice of one of three main plates (fish, meat or pasta) and a dessert. The menu includes daily specials such as Chicken Parmigiana, Grilled Tuna served with spring mix and Chocolate Cake. Call 305-461-3391.
Friday, February 5
First Friday Gallery Night
Latin America 2010 Conference
The University of Miami’s Center For Hemispheric Policy presents Latin America 2010: Economic, Business and Trade Forecast. The event begins at 7:30am at the JW Marriott Hotel, 1109 Brickell. Sponsoring organizations include Beacon Council, CAMACOL, Chile-U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise Florida, Florida International Bankers Association, Gateway Florida, Georgetown University Club of Miami, The Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce, The Jay Malina International Trade Consortium (ITC), Miami Council for International Visitors, Oxford University Society, The Spain-United States Chamber of Commerce and US-Mexico Chamber of Commerce. The conference concludes at 1pm and a reception follows. For more information, call Isabel Artime at 305-284-9918. http://www.miami.edu/chp
First Friday Art In The Park
The Kiwanis Club brings the monthly Art In The Park event to Ponce Circle Park this Friday, featuring live music, refreshments, local artists and fun for the kids from 6pm to midnight. Admission is free. Call 305-644-8888. http://www.artintheparkconcerts.com
Cernuda Arte: Old And Modern Cuban Masters
Visit Cernuda Arte at 3155 Ponce from 7 to 10pm for an exhibit of Selections of Old & Modern Cuban Masters, showcasing magnificent artworks by Esteban Chartrand, Henry Cleenewerck, Leopoldo Romañach, Armando Menocal, Antonio Rodríguez Morey, Juan Gil García, Pastor Argudín, Domingo Ramos, José Bencomo Mena, Hipólito Canal Ripoll, Manuel Mesa Hermida, Enrique Crucet, Teodoro Ríos, Wifredo Lam, Amelia Peláez, Víctor Manuel García, Fidelio Ponce, Roberto Diago, Carlos Enríquez, Cundo Bermúdez, René Portocarrero, Raúl Milián, Oscar García Rivera, Mariano Rodríguez, José Mijares, Servando Cabrera Moreno, Enrique Riverón, and Agustín Cárdenas. On the Second Floor, A Group Show of Contemporary Artists featuring Alfredo Sosabravo, Tomás Sánchez, Flora Fong, Gina Pellón, Clara Morera, Tomás Esson, Joel Besmar, Vicente Hernández, Miguel Florido, David Rodríguez, Sandro De La Rosa, Ramón Vázquez, Giosvany Echevarría, Irina Elén González, Li Domínguez Fong and others. Call 305-461-1050. http://www.cernudaarte.com
Five Abstract Visions At Virginia Miller
Attend the reception for Five Abstract Visions at Virginia Miller’s ArtSpace Galleries, 169 Madeira from 7 to 10pm, featuring the work of five painters, Michelle Concepción, Florian Depenthal, Aaron Karp, Andy Moses and Linda Touby using different techniques that compliment each other. Call 305-444-4493. http://www.virginiamiller.com
Lowe Art Museum: Contemporary Cuban Art
Contemporary Cuban Art from the Farber Collection will be on display at the University of Miami’s Lowe Art Museum from 7 to 10pm. Large scale paintings, sculpture, drawings, photographs, and mixed media works highlight the cultural mixing, aesthetic diversity, and critical voice that reflect international contemporary art, but emerge from the distinct circumstances of Cuba itself. Forty Cuban born artists who live in and outside of Cuba use subtle devices of irony, metaphor, and ambiguity to challenge accepted artistic and political discourse, while employing a rich variety of experimental, conceptual, and postmodern strategies. Call 305-284-3535. http://www.lowemuseum.org
Gallery Night At Benitez Fine Art Gallery
Meet up with friends for a spectacular Gallery Night featuring Humberto Benitez latest paintings and presenting special guest Janet Diaz-Bonilla author of the book “Rainbow House.” Benitez and Diaz-Bonilla transcend the same passion; one with art and the other with writing. Movement dominates the strokes of Benitez and the suspense of Diaz Bonilla’s pen. The reception begins at 6:30 until 10:30pm at 305 Alcazar. A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to Cross International Aid for their Haiti relief programs. Call 786-877-1045. http://www.humbertobenitez.com
Bubble Tasting At Wolfe’s Wine Shoppe
Enjoy a $20 tasting of fine champagnes and sparking wines at Wolfe’s Wine Shoppe, 124 Miracle Mile from 7 to 9pm. Call 305-445-4567. http://www.wolfeswines.com
CCE Miami Presents Art Encounters
Attend the reception for Art Encounters: Interstices Between Literature, Cinema and Graphic Design, at CCE Miami, 80 Douglas Road, Suite 170 at 8pm. Admission is free. Call 305-448-9677. http://www.ccemiami.org
Barefoot Jones At The Bierhaus
Enjoy classic rock and blues with a modern attitude by Barefoot Jones at Fritz And Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way, starting at 8pm, with drink and food specials. Call 305-774-1883. http://www.bierhaus.cc
The Horse Boy At Cosford Cinema
Official Selection 2009 Sundance Film Festival. How far would you travel to heal someone you love? An intensely personal yet epic spiritual journey, The Horse Boy follows one Texas couple and their autistic son as they trek on horseback through Outer Mongolia in an attempt to find healing for him. When two-year-old Rowan was diagnosed with autism, Rupert Isaacson, a writer and former horse trainer, and his wife Kristin Neff, a psychology professor, sought the best possible medical care, but traditional therapies had little effect. Then they discovered that Rowan has a profound affinity for animals — particularly horses — and the family set off on a quest that would change their lives forever. Directed by Michel Orion Scott, The Horse Boy is part travel adventure, part insight into shamanic healing and part intimate look at the autistic mind. In telling one family’s extraordinary story, the film gives voice to the thousands who display amazing courage and creativity everyday in the battle against this mysterious and heartbreaking epidemic. The filmic companion to Isaacson’s best-selling book of the same name, and a festival favorite, this ravishing documentary odyssey gives insight into how, in life’s darkest moments, one can find the gateway to joy and wonder. The film begins at 9pm at Cosford Cinema on the second floor of the Memorial Classroom building on UM campus. $8, ($6 seniors) cash only. Call 305-284-4861. http://www.cosfordcinema.com
Saturday, February 6
Gables’ Farmers’ Market Green Festival
Come to City Hall from 8am to 1pm for delicious fresh fruits and vegetables at the Gables’ Farmers’ Market and learn about organization working to make South Florida a greener place. The Festival will feature kids and adult activities, composting and gardening demonstrations, a rain barrel workshop, eco-friendly historic preservation and building techniques and materials, crafting with recycled materials. The Gardening Workshop begins at 9am, then enjoy the 10am Cooking Demonstration. At 11am, the kids will enjoy special activities. Call 305-460-5311.
Kids: Fish Tales At The Library
Momentum Dance Company will present a series of children’s concerts at the Coral Gables Library. Enjoy Fish Tales at 11am, free for children and parents. This exciting, colorful and environmentally conscious work tells the story of marine life on Florida’s coral reefs and their beautiful, but fragile environment. Meet Madame Manatee and Senor Stingray as they lead the underwater inhabitants (peppermint stripe shrimp, parrotfish, jellyfish, grouper and more) in cleaning up their neglected reef. This program is fun and empowering as the characters send a message of personal responsibility for conservation. Colorful, imaginative costumes and an original Caribbean style musical score make Fish Tales a must see for all kids. Call 305-858-7002. http://www.momentumdance.com
Kids: Jack And The Beanstalk
Kicking off the New Year at Actors’ Playhouse Musical Theatre for Young Audiences is the Prince Street Player’s award winning version of the classic story 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 the world of a Giant Inventor, a tap dancing Golden Goose, and a Golden Harp that can really “get down”! With book and lyrics by Jim Eiler, and music by Jim Eiler and Jeanne Bargy, this fanciful musical is full of surprises that are sure to entertain each Saturday afternoon at the Miracle Theatre. For show times and ticket availability, call 305-444-9293 x604. http://www.actorsplayhouse.org
Gala In The Garden at Fairchild
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden will host Gala in the Garden 2010, A Romantic Evening Under the Venetian Moon at 6:30 pm with a who’s who of 450 guests participating in the annual event. This year’s Gala in the Garden will begin with cocktails and a highlight of the evening, a silent auction, in the Jean duPont Shehan Visitor Center. Guests will proceed to a large lakeside pavilion for dining and dancing to the music of the Steve Chase Orchestra. Le Basque will once again cater the event and Karla Conceptual Productions will create the innovative décor for the evening. Gala guests will not only enjoy a spectacular evening in stunning tropical landscape, they will also be supporting the vital conservation work of Fairchild. Contact Susannah Shubin at 305-667-1651 x3375 or email: sshubin@fairchildgarden.org
Rebecca Rosen: Spirited
The Secret meets Skinny Bitch in Spirited (Harper, $24.99), the fresh, hip new book by popular psychic medium Rebecca Rosen. A prescriptive program that has worked for celebrity clients including Jennifer Aniston and Courtney Cox Arquette, Spirited empowers readers to heighten their intuition, connect with deceased loved ones, and surpass the psychological roadblocks holding them back. Fans of James Von Praagh and John Edwards, as well as television’s The Ghost Whisperer, will find direct, down-to-earth advice on how to draw on the power of their intuitive gifts to connect with spirit energy — loved ones who have passed — to provide the clarity necessary to master real-life issues, including relationships, job fulfillment, finances, and body image. Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 7pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com
Eroica Trio Perform At Gusman
University of Miami’s Gusman Concert Hall welcomes the Eroica Trio, with Erika Nickrenz on piano, Susie Park on violin and Sara Sant’Ambrogio on cello. The most sought-after trio in the world, the Grammy nominated Eroica Trio thrills audiences with flawless technical virtuosity, irresistible enthusiasm and sensual elegance. Whether playing the great standards or daring contemporary works, they always succeed in bringing classical music back into the mainstream. They electrify the stage! The event begins at 7:30pm. Call 305-271-7150. http://www.sundaymusicals.org/eroica.html
The Hour Of The Tiger At New Theatre
Now through February 14, enjoy The Hour Of The Tiger by Sandra Riley at New Theatre, 4120 Laguna Street. An American woman immersed in Japan’s post Vietnam terrain is tangled between rescuing a geisha from her money hungry master and conquering her own fears. Performances are at 8pm Thursday through Saturday, plus Sundays at 1pm. Call 305-443-5909. http://www.new-theatre.org
Last Curtain For Trailer Park Musical
Called a mix between South Park and Desperate Housewives, this campy, sexy, bawdy, R-Rated musical fable is seasoned with murderous ex-boyfriends, Costco, the Ice Capades, and a stripper on the run who comes between a Dr. Phil-loving agoraphobic housewife and her toll-booth collector husband. With a chorus of trailer park divas residing in Armadillo Acres, an exclusive Florida mobile home community, this escapist, fun musical ranges across the American Radio dial from country to blues to rock to disco to bump n’ grind to rhythm and blues. The show will play through February 7th. The musical contains adult content and language and is recommended for mature audiences only. Call 305-444-9392. http://www.actorsplayhouse.org
Saturday Night Jazz At The Globe
The Longest Running Real Jazz Series In Coral Gables presents Silvano Monasterio, voted the 2009 Best Jazz Musician in Miami, from 9pm to 1am at the Globe, 377 Alhambra Circle. Call 305-445-3555. http://www.theglobecafe.com
Zombieland At Cosford Cinema
The horror comedy Zombieland focuses on two men who have found a way to survive a world overrun by zombies. Columbus is a big wuss — but when you’re afraid of being eaten by zombies, fear can keep you alive. Tallahassee is an AK-toting, zombie-slaying’ bad ass whose single determination is to get the last Twinkie on earth. As they join forces with Wichita and Little Rock, who have also found unique ways to survive the zombie mayhem, they will have to determine which is worse: relying on each other or succumbing to the zombies. The film begins at 10pm at Cosford Cinema on the second floor of the Memorial Classroom building on UM campus. $8, ($6 seniors) cash only. Call 305-284-4861. http://www.cosfordcinema.com
Sunday, February 7
Superbowl Sunday
Superbowl Viewing Party Sponsored By Bacardi
The BIltmore Bar features a live jazz performance at 4pm. The Superbowl kick-off starts at 6:30pm. Enjoy signature Bacardi and Grey Goose drinks. Bar specials include half price themed cocktails like Super Bowl Suntini, The Touchdown and MVP. Try Executive Chef Rolando Cruz Taura’s take on classic Super Bowl fare. Nightly raffle presented by the Bacardi models. Call 305-445-1926. http://www.biltmorehotel.com
Big Game Special At Fleming’s
A great steak, a great glass of wine and a room full of local fans. What better way to spend Big Game Day than at Fleming’s? To keep your sports juices flowing all night long, they’re giving you extra time to enjoy one of their top menu offerings: the $29.95 Prime Rib Dinner. Enjoy this 3-course dinner featuring their succulent Prime Rib, salad, side dish and dessert. The $6 Bar Menu will be available all night long. Call your plays while enjoying their “5 for 6 ’til 7” bar menu, featuring 5 cocktails, 5 wines by the glass and 5 tempting appetizers for just $6 each, plus all your Fleming’s favorites like the finest prime steak, prime burgers, 100 wines by the glass and more. Call 305-569-7995. http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com
Da Vittorio Superbowl Party
Come celebrate the kick-off with Da Vittorio’s friendly staff for a Super-party starting at 3pm until closing at 264 Giralda. Enjoy $2 beers (domestic and imported) as well as a special bar menu. Call 305-445-8783. http://www.davittoriorestaurant.com
Zombieland At Cosford Cinema
The horror comedy Zombieland focuses on two men who have found a way to survive a world overrun by zombies. Columbus is a big wuss — but when you’re afraid of being eaten by zombies, fear can keep you alive. Tallahassee is an AK-toting, zombie-slaying’ bad ass whose single determination is to get the last Twinkie on earth. As they join forces with Wichita and Little Rock, who have also found unique ways to survive the zombie mayhem, they will have to determine which is worse: relying on each other or succumbing to the zombies. The film begins at 8pm at Cosford Cinema on the second floor of the Memorial Classroom building on UM campus. $8, ($6 seniors) cash only. Call 305-284-4861. http://www.cosfordcinema.com
Monday, February 8
Ponce Business Association Lunch: Marine Stadium
Join fellow citizens of Coral Gables for the weekly lunch at JohnMartin’s, 253 Miracle Mile at noon. Our guest speaker will be Don Worth with a presentation about the preservation efforts to save the Miami Marine Stadium. Built in 1964, Miami Marine Stadium hosted many remarkable events during its 28 year history: boat races, concerts (Jimmy Buffett, The Miami Philharmonic, many rock and jazz events), Sunrise Easter Services and much more. The Stadium was closed after Hurricane Andrew and has remained shuttered ever since. In 2008, Mr. Worth co-founded a new group called Friends of Marine Stadium with the goal of bringing the Stadium back to life. The group is an all volunteer coalition of individuals and organizations, formed under the administrative umbrella of Dade Heritage Trust. In a short time, much progress has been made. The Stadium has received local and national publicity, it is now designated historic by the City of Miami, and it is included in the proposed City Master Plan for Virginia Key. The web site is: www.marinestadium.org The cost of lunch is $22. RSVP to rsvp@ponceassociation.org
Mark Twain: Man in White
Drawing on a number of unpublished sources, including Twain’s own journals, letters, and a revealing four-hundred-page personal account kept under wraps for decades (and still yet to be published), Mark Twain: Man in White (Random House, $30) brings the legendary author’s twilight years vividly to life, offering surprising insights, including an intimate, tender look at his family life. Filled with first-rate scholarship, rare and never-published Twain photos, delightful anecdotes, and memorable quotes, including numerous recovered Twainisms, this definitive biography of Twain’s last years” “provides a remarkable portrait of the man himself and of the unforgettable era in American letters that, in many ways, he helped to create. Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 8pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com
Tuesday, February 9
Artist Lecture By Michael Lucero
In the Beaux Arts Gallery of the Lowe Art Museum, attend a lecture by sculptor Michael Lucero from 7 to 8pm, followed by a reception. The preeminent sculptor, best known for his provocative ceramic work, often incorporates specific stylistic references to one culture or another into his work, creating complex, hybrid forms. The free lecture organized by UM Department of Art and Art History and sponsored by Friends of Art is open to the public. Light fare at the reception is courtesy of Pizza Rustica. Call 305-284-3535. http://www.lowemuseum.org
Jeff Lindsay: Dexter by Design
After his surprisingly glorious honeymoon in Paris, life is almost normal for Dexter Morgan. Married life seems to agree with him: he’s devoted to his bride, his stomach is full, and his homicidal hobbies are nicely under control. But old habits die hard — and Dexter’s work as a blood spatter analyst never fails to offer new temptations that appeal to his offbeat sense of justice. His Dark Passenger still waits to hunt with him in the moonlight. The discovery of a corpse (artfully displayed as a sunbather relaxing on a Miami beach chair) naturally piques Dexter’s curiosity and Miami’s finest realize they’ve got a terrifying new serial killer on the loose. And Dexter, of course, is back in business. (Doubleday, $25) Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 8pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com
Wednesday, February 10
A Peterbrooke Chocolate Valentine
Come to Peterbrooke Chocolatier at 227 Aragon on February 10th from 11am to 10pm or call in your order to enjoy a 20% discount on all purchases for Valentine’s Day. Call 305-446-3131. http://www.peterbrooke.com
What’s Hip Wednesday At The Biltmore
Atlantico Rum presents What’s Hip Wednesday at the Biltmore Bar from 5 to 9pm, featuring half price drinks, wines and champagne for $5 to $9, a cheap and chic bar menu, fresh live jazz, fashionable models from Neiman Marcus and a series of free raffles, hosted by Trend Tracker Tara Gilani. From 7 to 9pm, enjoy complimentary samples of Atlantico Rum. Call 305-445-1926. http://www.biltmorehotel.com
Campania Wine Theme Dinner At Fontana
Italian-born Chef Camia creates a delectable menu at the Biltmore’s Fontana Restaurant, artfully paired with wines from Southern Italy’s Campania region, which has achieved worldwide recognition for its revival of premium native grape varieties. The dinner begins at 7pm. The price is $99 or $79 for Cellar Club members. Call 305-913-3203. http://www.biltmorehotel.com
Lauren Conrad: Sweet Little Lies
Jane Roberts was the average girl next door until she and her best friend, Scarlett Harp, landed their own reality show, L.A. Candy. Now the girls have an all-access pass to Hollywood’s hottest everything. But there’s more to life on camera than just parties and shopping. Can Jane survive another season in the spotlight? In television star Lauren Conrad’s dishy, entertaining novel about young Hollywood, the lies are only as sweet as the people telling them. (HarperCollins, $17.99) Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 7pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com
Melt: One Community, One Play
The Leadership Miami Alumni Association of the Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce presents the One Community, One Play production of Michael McKeever’s award-winning Melt, a celebration of the multi-cultural mosaic that is Miami. For tickets, call 305-444-9293. http://www.actorsplayhouse.org
Thursday, February 11
A Peterbrooke Chocolate Valentine
Come to Peterbrooke Chocolatier at 227 Aragon on February 11th through the 14th, The Chocolate Fountain will be flowing for your enjoyment while you shop for your Valentine gifts. Enjoy their complimentary wine and chocolate tasting. Call 305-446-3131. http://www.peterbrooke.com
Angelique’s Bubbly Thursdays with Live Music
Meet up at Angelique Euro Cafe, 117 Miracle Mile from 4 to 8pm each Thursday for $4 glasses of Codorníu Brut Cava and $10 glasses of Champagne Piper-Heidsieck with the purchase of bar snacks. Enjoy the live jazz starting at 6:30pm. Call 305-529-9922. http://www.angeliqueeurocafe.com
Friends of Scouting Kickoff Wine And Cheese Party
The American Scouting movement is a century old in 2010. Join scouting volunteers as we celebrate 100 years of Scouting at Mercedes-Benz of Coral Gables, 300 Almeria starting with a reception at 5:30pm. The program begins at 6:15pm. You can help support and ensure the scouting program’s next 100 years serving youth and families with wholesome and enriching outdoor activities. Tequesta, your local district, serves over 1,000 youth in Key Biscayne, Coconut Grove, Little Havana, Coral Gables, Sunset, West Miami, Westchester, Sweetwater, Tamiami, and part of South Miami. The South Florida Council, BSA which covers Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe Counties, serves over 15,000 youth. Your generous support is greatly appreciated. Call 305-364-0020 x218 or email: mdames@sfcbsa.org
Women’s Business Network Trend Show
Embrace elegance this season at the Village of Merrick Park at the Coral Gables Chamber’s second annual Women’s Business Network Trend Show with registration and reception at 5:30pm The show starts at 6pm. It’s $25 with RSVP before Monday. Call 305-446-1657. http://www.coralgableschamber.org
A Taste Of Heaven: Rum Above The Clouds
Robert Burr will present a special program on the outstanding Zacapa rums from Guatemala, with a tasting of their finest premium rums, including Zacapa Centenario 23 and XO. Robert will speak about his recent visit to the distillery and aging warehouse above the clouds in Guatemala. The event takes place at Sports Exchange, 45 Miracle Mile from 7 to 8:30pm. The cost is $20 per person. Seating is limited. Call 305-443-7973 or RSVP online: http://www.giftedrums.com/RSVP.html
Tim Dorsey: Gator A-Go-Go
The world’s biggest beach party is about to get crashed — Serge A. Storms style — in Gator A-Go-Go (William Morrow, $24.99), New York Times bestselling author Tim Dorsey’s latest outrageously funny and supremely twisted wild ride. The creator of Nuclear Jellyfish, Triggerfish Twist, and so many more delightfully, seriously insane Serge adventures brings the Sunshine State historian and unrepentant thrill killer back for a Florida Spring Break you’ll never forget. Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 7pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com
Dranoff Two Piano Foundation Concert
Enjoy “Two Pianos and the Music of Italy” by the Trivella Piano Duo with the Bergonzi String Quartet starting at 7:30pm at the University of Miami’s Gusman Hall, 1314 Miller Drive. TThe program features arrangements of works by Donizetti, Trovesi, and Giovanni Sgambati in a special transcription for 4 hands and String Quartet. Tickets are $30 (free for students), or $150 for VIP with reception. Call 305-572-9900. http://www.dranoff2piano.org
Enjoy your quality time in Coral Gables and stay tuned to this channel for more Great Gables Events.
-Rob