Susy Cabrera with Brooklyn, Kayla Cartwright with Wallace Braux. Photo by Betty Alvarez

Gables shopping spree caters to dogs and their owners

Shoppers and their canine friends attended a one-of-a-kind benefit on Thursday, May 2, at “Culture Your Canine.” Accompanied by their beloved pooches, guests browsed the wonderful merchandise at Fine Line Furniture and Accessories, Filomena Fernandez Clothing Boutique, The Americas Collection …

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Karelia Martinez Carbonell, Lisa Bennett, Ann Goodman, board members of the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables.

‘An Afternoon in Italy’ on Coral Gables waterway

On a recent beautiful afternoon, the Historical Preservation Association of Coral Gables (HPACG) celebrated “An Afternoon in Italy” right here in Coral Gables at the historically designated Italianate-style home of Maria Alicia and Ajit Asrani. The home, built in 1928, …

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Melanie Goldberg and Rabbi Edwin Goldberg as Sonny & Cher.

Temple Judea supporters dust off ’60s styles for fundraiser

Dressed in their best 1960s attire, approximately 275 people recently attended Temple Judea’s annual fundraiser and 65th anniversary celebration. The Pillar of Judah Honoree was longtime temple member Stuart Z. Grossman of Grossman and Roth in Coral Gables. Party co-chairs were …

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Ponce de Leon poses with Lisa and Lynn Chaffin. Photo by Betty Alvarez

Dade Heritage Trust gala commemorates Ponce de Leon’s arrival

Complete with a costumed Ponce de Leon, the Dade Heritage Trust commemorated the 500th anniversary of the explorer’s arrival in Florida at its annual gala Friday evening, April 12, at the Biltmore Hotel. The Voyage of Dreams gala featured Spanish …

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Loretta & Miguel Nido with Andria Hanley and Lindy Colson. Photo by Betty Alvarez

Junior League Wine Walk takes guests on 3-course, 2-home tour

The Junior League of Miami Foundation’s annual Wine Walk was held on Tuesday, March 19, in the beautiful and historic French Country Village of Coral Gables. The event was a success due to the generosity of our sponsors and especially …

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A glass of wine is served to Carolina Mojena.

Patrons sip and shop for a good cause on Miracle Mile

Generous shoppers enjoyed wine while helping a good cause as they visited Miracle Mile merchants on Tuesday evening, March 19, during Wine, Walk & Shop on the Mile. VeritageMiami, formerly known as the United Way Miami Wine & Food Festival, …

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Edmar Amaya, Giana Solarte, Natalia Montenegro and Mirta Erazo. Photo by Betty Alvarez

Downtown Gables goes green for annual St. Patrick’s street party

Revelers launched their St. Patrick’s Day celebration in downtown Coral Gables on Friday evening, March 15, at JohnMartin’s 22nd annual street party along portions of Salzedo Street and Aragon Avenue. Vendors offered an array of food and beverages, including green …

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Oscar Esteve, exhibit curator Chloe Chelz and Kathleen Smarsh. Photo by Betty Alvarez

Museum launches ‘Italy in Motion’ exhibit with festive reception

Hundreds of guests streamed through the Robert and Marian Fewell Gallery of the Coral Gables Museum on Friday evening, March 8, for an opening-night glimpse of the new exhibit, Italy in Motion. Complete with the iconic Vespa scooter and a …

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Frank Padron, Ivette Martin and Emilio Rodriguez. Photo by Betty Alvarez

Chamber networker takes on an Irish flair at JohnMartin’s

In a run-up to St. Patrick’s Day, the 20/30 Group of the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce convened at JohnMartin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant for its March networker. Chamber members and guests enjoyed drinks and appetizers at the epicenter of …

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Heineken representatives strike a pose at Carnaval on the Mile. Photo by Betty Alvarez

Visitors enjoy art, music & more at Carnaval on the Mile

Miracle Mile was transformed into a mecca of music, art, food and fun as Carnaval on the Mile made its annual visit Saturday and Sunday, March 2-3. More than 30 musical groups performing on three stages provided nearly nonstop entertainment …

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