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On Wednesday, Feb. 25th, the Rotary Club of Pinecrest will hold a fundraiser to support Pediatric Oncology patients and their families with its Taste of Pinecrest. More than 15 area restaurants will offer samples of their favorite dishes. Additionally, local businesses have provided gift cards and items for a raffle and a silent auction. The fun will begin at 6:00 p.m. and will wrap up by 9:00 p.m.
In other Rotary news, the Rotary Club of Coral Gables is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year. As part of the celebrations, on February 27 the Rotary Foundation of Coral Gables will have a reception and concert at Coral Gables Congregational Church with a special performance by internationally acclaimed and award-winning pianists, Paul Posnak and Anita Castiglione. The pianists’ duo piano performance will include masterpieces for one piano, four-hands and feature sparkling sonatas by Mozart and Francis Poulenc; the hauntingly beautiful Impressionist “Mother Goose Suite” by Maurice Ravel; a lyrical row by the great Black American woman composer Florence Price; dazzling Cuban Danzónes by Ernesto Lecuona; and George Gershwin’s brilliant, swinging “Cuban Overture”.
Tickets @ $75 pp include a reception in the Fellowship Hall with wine and appetizers at 6:30 p.m. before the show at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the many charitable organizations supported by the Rotary Foundation of Coral Gables, including such notables as Shake-A-Leg, Coral Gables Woman’s Club’s Children’s Dental Clinic, Alfalit, and Military Veterans programs. and so many more. This performance promises to be one you will not want to miss.
Speaking of entertaining event, the youth ministry at Our Lady of Lebanon was on fire at the church’s three-day 47th Annual Lebanese Festival where hundreds of children and young adults were participated in other amazing shows on stage that included dancing, a fire show, musical performances, and, of course, incredible food and fun. Among the organizers of this amazing festival were Norma Jean Abraham and Christopher Abi Daoud, who were guests on my show to share ways this annual activity brings everyone in the congregation together to support their community outreach.
Prior to the Coral Gables Community Foundation’s Tour of the Kitchens, there was a VIP Reception for sponsors at the beautiful Gables home of Carlos and Lina Lago. CGCF’s President and CEO Mauricio Vivero welcomed guests who enjoyed drinks and some amazing hors d’oeuvres prepared by Michael Altman, of Kitchen 57. On hand to thank sponsors was CEO Mauricio Vivero and event co-chairs, Xavier Durana and Liz Parnes, with CGCF Chair Michael McCarthy. Carlos and Lina’s gardens with monstrous trees provide a lovely canopy for their backyard where one tree is more than 120 years old. This place is destined to be on a garden tour in the future. Look for more on the Tour of the Kitchens in upcoming issues.
Speaking of garden tours, The Villagers Garden Tour is coming up March 7. This is always a fun event and the weather should be perfect. Buy your ticket online and check in at Christ the King Lutheran Church to find where you will go next or hold off and shop at the boutique and have a bite at Rita’s pop-up café before or after the tour. If you are looking for a fun day with friends, this one never disappoints.
Finally, check out the dates for upcoming events
● Currently running through March, 2026 – South Florida PBS Pharaoh Immersive Experience, at the Boynton Beach offices. For tickets, go to www.southfloridapbs.org pharaohs.
● Now through April, 2026 – The Titanic Immersive Experience presented by South Florida PBS. For info visit www.southfloridapbs.org.
● March 4, 2026 – 80th Anniversary Reception at Seasons 52 for the Rotary Club of Coral Gables.
● March 7, 2026 – The Annual Villagers Garden Tour – Check in at Christ the King Lutheran Church 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Boutique, Rita’s Pop Up Café and more at the church.
● March 10, 2026 – CGWC Gringo Bing at Birdie Bistro on Granada Golf Course. $30 includes 13 cards and one drink. Food available for purchase.
● March 25, 2026 – GFWC FL District 11 Arts Luncheon.
● March 27, 2026 – Tee Time under the Stars ($60 pp golf with lighted holes) to benefit CGWC Children’s Dental Clinic – includes lite bites and wine & beer bar at Granada Golf Course.
In closing, remember to count your blessings, share a kind word and a smile, and make a difference.
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