The partial demolition of the adjacent Coconut Grove Playhouse paves the way for the $35 million garage and retail complex but legal and design delays leave construction schedule in question.
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Reading, Writing and Restaurants – A New Approach to Education
Two private microschools in Coconut Grove offer parents an alternative to more traditional schools, by emphasizing personalized learning and by partnering with local businesses, including restaurants.
Take A Bow: Live Theater Returns to the Grove
Grove playwright William Hector and a troupe of local theater talent present eight original plays May 8-11 at the inaugural Coconut Grove Theater Festival.
Game On: Pickleball in the Grove
Coconut Grove residents have embraced the sport of pickleball despite a lack of public places to play America’s fastest-growing sport.
The Death of an Icon
Dear Editor: A cultural tragedy of epic proportions has been playing out in the halls of Miami-Dade County government since 2006 and is about to end with the death of a once world renowned theatrical and cultural icon. The County will destroy most of the Coconut Grove Playhouse leaving a[Read More…]
Star Struck: The Michelin Guide in Miami
The Michelin Guide has been rating Miami restaurants since 2022, thanks to a paid arrangement with the state of Florida and local tourism boards.
Season’s Feathered Greetings
In Springtime, Coconut Grove is a key stopover for birds migrating north, catching the gaze of birding enthusiasts near and far.
Uncharted Waters: Sailing Club Seeks a New Lease
With time running out on its current lease, the Coconut Grove Sailing Club is seeking to negotiate a new agreement with the City of Miami as it prepares to celebrate its 80th anniversary on the water as a beacon for sailors and community life.
Playhouse Demo Begins
Construction crews began gutting the Coconut Grove Playhouse auditorium this week, as Miami-Dade County moves forward with its restoration plan.
The Future of Coconut Grove is on the Line
Dear Editor: This week, the future of Coconut Grove as a low-rise neighborhood is on the line as the Miami City Commission will be considering a critical zoning issue that would allow for taller residential developments to be built along our major corridors. Why should you care? Because if we[Read More…]
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