December 11, 2019
From City Hall
New Sculpture & Exhibition by Rafael Barrios
Coral Gables has a new public art acquisition by Venezuelan American artist Rafael Barrios . Recognized by Art Basel Miami Beach, the large-scale sculpture Pause is being exhibited in front of City Hall. Running through the month of December, an exhibition of Rafael Barrios’ works, Ontological Curiosity at the Coral Gables Museum, features more than 20 of his artworks.
Rafael Barrios
Nobel Prize Laureate Mario Vargas Llosa Receives Key of the City
Literature Nobel Prize Winner, Mario Vargas Llosa , was honored last week and received the keys to the City of Coral Gables at a gathering held at the Biltmore Hotel.
Junior Orange Bowl Parade Returns for 71st Year
Miracle on the Mile, this year’s Junior Orange Bowl Parade takes place on Sunday, December 15, 3-7 p.m. in Downtown Coral Gables. The Pre-parade VIP party begins at 3 p.m. followed by the start of the parade at 5 p.m. on Ponce de Leon Boulevard, through Miracle Mile and ending in front of Coral Gables City Hall. If you are viewing from the street, remember to bring your own chairs blankets, etc. While viewing is free from the street, those wanting a VIP experience may purchase the grandstand ticket package that begins at 3 p.m. with a VIP Pre-parade party under the tent adjacent to Coral Gables City Hall. Tickets include grandstand seating, complimentary food and live pre-parade performances.
JOB Parade
Santa on a truck
Santa on Firetruck Visits Dec 21 & 22
Santa Claus will continue his holiday tradition of riding through the streets of Coral Gables on a firetruck before heading to the North Pole. Listen carefully for the holiday sound of the fire truck on Saturday and Sunday, December 21 and 22 as he will pass by as many homes a possible, giving out candy canes to all the boys and girls along the route who have been extra good this year. Remember that Santa has many streets to cover and that all the times on the visit schedule are estimated. Check the routes on the link below.
Lobbyist Online Portal Now Available
The City Clerk’s Office is launching a new online portal for Lobbyist Registration. The demands for lobbyist registration in our fast-growing City has increased expeditiously over the years. This new online portal allows registration, payment, tracking, withdrawal and submittal capabilities for all individuals who conduct lobbying activities with the City. All information is available online in order to enhance an accessible government that is also open and accountable to our citizens.
No Recycling/Trash Services on December 25
The Coral Gables Sanitation Division will be closed for the Christmas holiday on Wednesday, December 25 so that our employees can spend the day with their families.
  • Recycling and Trash/Yard Waste Collection services scheduled for this Wednesday will take place on Saturday, December 28 instead.
  • The regular household garbage pickup of Monday/Thursday and Tuesday/Friday will not be affected.
Around Town
Get Your Photos with Santa
From now until December 23, you and your family can take a traditional Photo with Santa at Holiday Park , located in front of City Hall at 400 Biltmore Way. Hours of operation are: Thursdays and Fridays from 5-10 p.m.; Saturdays and Sundays from 12 noon to 10 p.m.; December 16, 17 and 18 from 5-10 p.m. and last day on December 23 from 12 noon to 10 p.m. Cost is only $8 for a full color photo which includes a framed postcard.
International Friends: Coral Gables and Santa Tecla, El Salvador
The cities of Coral Gables and Santa Tecla (El Salvador) share a special Sister City relationship . That’s why Coral Gables Mayor Raúl Valdés-Fauli travelled last month to this charming municipality in El Salvador to receive the keys of the city from his counterpart in Santa Tecla. Coral Gables Television was there to document this international visit.
California Pizza Kitchen Receives first "A City for All Award"
Congratulations to California Pizza Kitchen located on Miracle Mile for winning the first "A City for All Award"!
Managing Trees Near Overhead Electric Wires
The City of Coral Gables and FLP held a joint education workshop last week to discuss managing trees near overhead electric wires. This public education workshop was taped and is now available for viewing at the link below . 
Upcoming Events
December
14
Saturday
The Coral Express

Begins at 2 p.m. until 10 p.m., McBride Plaza, 150 Miracle Mile
December
19
Thursday
Free Movies on the Move @ Miracle Mile: Home Alone 2

Begins at 7 p.m. at McBride Plaza, 150 Miracle Mile
December
21
Saturday
Hot Chocolate with Santa

Begins at 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Holiday Park, 400 Biltmore Way
Traffic News
The University of Miami’s Fall Commencement Exercises will take place on Thursday, December 12. Expect slightly higher volume of traffic at the perimeter of campus.
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