Locals searching for their perfect Christmas tree while supporting a local charity group visit the Boys and Girls Club just north of US-1 at McDonald Street. Well before the arrival of a big box store, or other for-profit operations, the Boys and Girls Club was known for providing quality trees and seasonal plant decorations. 2805 SW 32nd Ave.
Town Hall on Miami’s Trees will allow citizens to hear more details on Commissioner Gabela’s proposed changes to the City of Miami’s tree ordinance, and share their own comments on the city’s tree policies. Friday 12/6 at 4:00 p.m. Miami City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive. Price: The tree canopy?
The Choir of Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart crosses Main Highway to join the already stellar St. Hugh-Steinway Concert Christmas Extravaganza. The full program includes “six stunning voices, piano, violin, trumpet and drums” all presenting holiday classics. Free parking and a free reception follows the performance. Friday, 12/6 at 8:00 p.m. St. Hugh Catholic Church, 3460 Royal Road at Main Highway. Tickets required.
Coral Gables First Friday Gallery Night could inspire a perfect gift idea. In addition to the art galleries remaining open through the evening, the Coral Gables Museum is open and hosts live music. Friday 12/6 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. By Trolley from Grand Avenue. Trolley-tracker map here. Free.
Bet your bottom dollar that tickets to Annie Jr. at Area Stage could be gone tomorrow. The young cast presents only eight performances at their creative Shops at Sunset Place venue. Friday 12/6 at 7:30 p.m. through Sunday 12/15. 5701 Sunset Drive. By Metrorail to University Station. Tickets.
A Pop-Up Gallery celebrating Bahamian and Bohemian art will appear on Grand Avenue as part of Miami Art Week. The Gibson Education Center of Miami Dade College hosts the event Friday 12/6 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. 3629 Grand Ave. Free.
Thousands of Scouts will hike south along the full length of the Commodore Trail Saturday morning as part of their 50th Annual Old Cutler Hike. Starting in downtown Miami, the first to arrive will reach Alice Wainwright Park at about 7:30 a.m. but the long trail will continue through the morning. Scout BSA groups are available for youths from K-12 at several nearby locations. They include boy, girl and co-ed groups. Saturday, 12/7 about 7:30 a.m. through mid-afternoon along the Commodore Trail.
If your traditional Christmas soundtrack includes brass instruments of the highest caliber, then The King’s Brass free concert at Coral Gables’ United Methodist Church is more than worth the trip. The group fills all corners of the venue with horns, keyboard, percussion and vocals. Saturday 12/7 at 7:30 p.m. 536 Coral Way, Coral Gables. Free.
Holiday Potluck at Shenandoah Park is a great tradition and opportunity to show off your best—and taste the treats of your neighbors—in the company of Miami Shenandoah Neighborhood Association friends. Open to all and kid-friendly, you can sign up here. Shenandoah Park, 1800 SW 21st Avenue. Monday, 12/9, 7:00 p.m. Free.
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The Barnacle’s Strings Attached lawn concert, Friday evening 12/13 at 7:00 p.m. Gates open at 6:00. Tickets.
GableStage opens Both Sides Now, a cabaret performance of the works of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen. Friday 12/13 through 1/3/25. Tickets.
St. Stephen’s Annual Christmas Concert includes Handel’s Messiah among many classic carols and anthems. Friday 12/13 at 7:00 p.m. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church 2750 McFarlane Road. Tickets.
