During times too often coarse or rough, the graceful and delicate art of calligraphy can bring peace of mind and body. Monica Hine, a local calligrapher and Grove resident, leads an expressive journey through this art form with a live demonstration at a fundraiser for Plymouth Preschool. The slower pace[Read More…]
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Earth Day’s Creative Opportunities
The creative minds at Hermès have gone far beyond the frontiers of personal fashion to create imaginary and utopian universes and bring them to Coconut Grove. The choreographed spectacles, performed by the Astragales dance company, are described as ‘playful and lighthearted.’ Nine days of free performances are scheduled for The[Read More…]
City Commission Meets Thursday to Fill District 4 Vacancy
The City of Miami could have a new District 4 commissioner as early as this week. The City Commission will meet on Thursday at 10 a.m. to consider how best to fill the District 4 commission seat left vacant by the death last week of Commissioner Manolo Reyes. The commission[Read More…]
Lifetime Term Limits on Hold until April 24
The fate of the “lifetime” term limits proposed by Miami District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo may depend on who fills the commission seat left vacant by the death of Commissioner Manolo Reyes. Pardo asked his fellow commissioners on Thursday to push the proposal to the April 24 meeting after Commission[Read More…]
Construction Noise Ordinance Deferred
Facing strong pushback over controversial changes to Miami’s noise ordinance the Miami City Commission on Thursday deferred the item indefinitely. District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo, who sponsored the legislation, requested the deferral after receiving strong pushback from constituents who complained the ordinance, as proposed, would allow construction crews to work[Read More…]
Sounds of Inspiration
The fiery rhythms and fluid movements of Siempre Flamenco arrive at The Barnacle to inspire the romantic in each of us. The latest in the Moonlight Concert series displays the talents of dancers and musicians in this classic art form of empowered emotion. The Barnacle, 3485 Main Highway, Friday 4/11,[Read More…]
Butterflies and Gardens
St. Stephen’s Coconut Grove Music Series returns with The Stamps String Quartet, outstanding students that will perform the music of Schulhoff and Beethoven. Admission is free, but reserve your spot. St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 2750 McFarlane Road. Friday 4/4 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Free but please RSVP here. Pinecrest[Read More…]
Last Call: Free Tax Service at St. Stephen’s
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church on McFarlane Road makes it easy to file a tax return for households that earned $67,000 or less last year – but time is running out to sign up for the free tax preparation service. The last day is Saturday April 12. “We take taxpayers from[Read More…]
Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle, Regret
Repurpose your inner fire as the Grammy-nominated Seraphic Fire choral shares the power that a cappella performance can bring to moments of introspection during a concert of spiritual music. Inspired works from centuries of composers will be presented. Church of the Epiphany, 8235 SW 57th Avenue. Friday 3/28 at 7:30[Read More…]
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The Miami Foundation and its partners have started Press Forward South Florida to provide financial support to independent nonprofit news organizations like the Coconut Grove Spotlight. To get started, the foundations are asking news consumers across South Florida to share their thoughts about local news. Follow this link to participate[Read More…]
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