Annual event spoofing politics, current events and celebrity culture will take to the street of downtown Coconut Grove on January 5.
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Suspects, Motive Remain Elusive in Kampong Break-In
Intruder leaves $250,000 in damage and unexplained clues; Police and staff puzzled by unusual crime scene.
Virrick Park Pool Wins State Approval
The Florida Department of Health has approved a variance for the pool’s new, deeper design, allowing construction to go forward.
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…]
The Grove’s Changing Food Scene
Two recent restaurant closings may signal a shift in the Grove’s dining scene, and a tougher road ahead for local entrepreneurs and homegrown talent.
Pollution Solution: In the Grove and Beyond, Thousands Turn Out to Clean Up Miami-Dade Coastlines.
With more than 70 sites countywide – including four in Coconut Grove – the annual event set a record for most participants and most trash collected.
Struggles and Heroes
Struggles and Heroes
Joyce Nelson: Coconut Grove’s Dean of Civic Activism
A fierce advocate for trees, history and community, Nelson’s passion for preservation has left an indelible mark on Grove landscape.