The Spotlight would like to hear about vacation rental properties in Coconut Grove that routinely host parties, other events, or crowds of loud visitors. If you have experiences to share, please let us know. What is the address? How often does the property host large, noisy events? Have you complained[Read More…]
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Autumn’s Evening Melodies
Under the full moon, The Kampong presents Freaky Flora and encourages plant-themed costumes with promises of prizes and botanical cocktails. But the real attraction is a talk on pollinators by Dr. John Geiger of FIU. 10/18, 6:30 p.m. Tickets available here. Hip Hop on Strings arrives at the Coral Gables[Read More…]
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Promised IG’s independence and capabilities debated at City Commission
Strut Your Stuff: The Coconut Grove Veterans Day Parade Wants You to Join the Celebration
Organizers of the Coconut Grove Veterans Day Parade, also known as the Red, White and Blue Parade, are actively recruiting participants to join the event on Monday November 11. “The goal is to get more locals out to actually celebrate our veterans and participate in the parade,” coordinator Kimberly Davis[Read More…]
A Calm Before (and after) the Storm
Sometimes we need a moment of tranquility and calmness. Yours may start with Open Door Yoga which meets Sunday 10/13, 9:00 a.m. 2801 Florida Ave, Suite 20. One of their approaches may be perfect for you. Gentle oboes and stings at the intimate (and inexpensive) Chamber Music Series of[Read More…]
Friday Night History Tour
Coconut Grove History Tours resume this week, starting on Friday October 4 with an evening walking tour of McFarlane Road and Main Highway. This week’s tour will highlight the stories of the diverse group of people who shaped village history, in honor of Global Diversity Month. The tours are sponsored[Read More…]
In the Cool of the Evenings
History Tours of Coconut Grove are revealing, fun and make you the life of your next dinner party. On this Friday evening’s walking tour, Stella Ross leads for the Friends of the Commodore Trail. The focus will include the stories of the diverse peoples that came together to create the[Read More…]
Miami Commission Honors Monty Trainer, Food Pantry at This Week’s Meeting
Coconut Grove was front and center at the start of this week’s Miami City Commission meeting with Monty Trainer and the Coconut Grove Crisis Food Pantry singled out for special honors. The City Commission recognized Trainer and his community work by naming a portion of Aviation Avenue between South Bayshore[Read More…]
Musical Chairs
Our platform shoes are laced up as we head to the Boogie Nights dance party fundraiser for the Coconut Grove Optimist Club’s youth programs. Friday 9/27, 6:30 p.m. You can get tickets at the door or buy them in advance for a substantial discount. Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove, 2985[Read More…]
The Big Reveal: 41st Annual Mango Strut Poster
Get a jump on the 41st annual King Mango Strut by dropping by Barracuda Taphouse & Grill at 3035 Fuller Street on Wednesday October 2 at 6 p.m. when parade organizers will unveil the poster for the upcoming event. “Another wild, wacky, and yes, weird year is winding down, which[Read More…]
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