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The monthly Coral Gables Bar/Rotary Club mixer took place July 9 at Doc B’s on Miracle Mile. Despite a smaller than usual crowd, there was lots of good networking with a few prospective new members in the mix. This joint mixer serves as a mini fundraiser and takes place the second Wednesday of the month at various locations.
On hand for this recent affair were the Bar’s incoming president Daniel Fors, as well as several other members and friends including Bruce Bounds, Cristy Garcia, Jerry Kavulich and Gabriel Quiroga. By the way, the 2025 Coral Gables Bar Installation Gala will be Sept. 6, 7-11 p.m., at the Loews Coral Gables Hotel. For more information, go to www.coralgablesbar.org.
On the cultural front, the United States premiere of a great new play, Step by Step, is on stage at Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre. This is one you will not want to miss. Billed as a “rollercoaster of memories, emotions, and personal revelations,” audiences can expect lots of laughs, witty banter and great one-liners sure to provide a great night out.
The story line is one of three women on a hike each carrying an inscribed stone to place as a monument at the peak. The play, written by the acclaimed author Peter Quilter who is known for his hit Broadway play End of the Rainbow, which inspired the Oscar-winning film Judy starring Renée Zellweger. Opening night for the play was July 18 and it runs through Aug. 10.
Step By Step features three talented actresses Anna Lise Jensen as Monica, Kareema Khouri as Paula, and Elizabeth Price as Sophie, who were brilliant. For tickets, go to Actorsplayhouse.org.
In more business news, on June 26, Amavita Heart and Vascular Health, a leading innovator in minimally invasive cardiovascular care, conducted the grand opening of its state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center (ASC) in the heart of Kendall, located at 9408 SW 87 Ave, Suite 303.
Led by Dr. Pedro Martinez-Clark, a Harvard-trained interventional cardiologist with more than 26-years of experience, the 15,000-square-foot center will deliver same-day cardiovascular and vascular interventions using the latest in robotic-assisted surgical technology, intravascular imaging, and 3D echocardiography.
GFWC FL District 11, which includes 12 women’s clubs from North Miami to Key West, held its summer planning meeting at the CocoPlum Woman’s Club coordinated by District 11 director Dr. Ruth Martinez. During the meeting, the district’s membership chair, Shirley Pardon, presented to Illine Davila, president of Coconut Grove Woman’s Club, a trophy for her club’s largest member increase at about 25 new members in one year and a current total of 180. By the way, Coconut Grove recently installed a new sound system and, in celebration is having a big dance party on Aug. 2, with DJ Nicholas Martin music from ’70s, ’80s, and beyond from 7 to 10 p.m. Tickets are only $25 per person. For tickets, call Illine at 305-970-1162.
Dates to save on your calendar:
Aug. 26 – CGWC Gringo Bingo, 6:30 p.m., 7-9 p.m., Birdie Bistro, $30, RSVP to gloria@cnews.net
Sept. 13 – LEAP’s Second Chance Gala, 6 p.m., The Hotel Colonnade, $280 per person, info@leapforladies.ccsen
Sept. 25-28 – General Federation of Woman’s Club FL, Fall Board, Rosen Plaza Hotel, Orlando
Oct. 2 – Beeliver Havana Nights, The Biltmore Hotel, 6:30-9 p.m., $150 per person, RSVP @bee.liver; call 305-310-3585
Oct. 4 – Bowling Tournament at Bird Bowl, 9275 SW 40 St., to benefit Family Resource Center, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., www.frcflorida.org
Oct. 4 – Out of Foster Foundation/Citrus Family Care Network’s “Hope Under the Stars Gala” at Trump National Resort, 7 p.m., for info visit www.outoffoster.org
Oct. 24 – The Home Team 10th Anniversary Masquerade, 5-9 p.m., $500 per person
Oct. 25 – Alfalit International Groove Ball (1960s attire), Trump National Resort, cocktails start 6:30 p.m., contact info@alfalit.org
Oct. 31 – Voices for Children Annual Luncheon at Loews Coral Gables
Nov. 7 – AFP National Philanthropy Day Luncheon, Jungle Island
Nov. 14 – GFWC FL District 11 Meeting, Miami Springs Woman’s Club
Nov. 13 – Miami Lighthouse’s “See the Light” luncheon at The Biltmore Hotel. For information contact Cameron Sisser at csisser@miamilighthouse.org.
In closing, remember to count your blessings, share a kind word and a smile, and make a difference.
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