A local's guide to Coconut Grove

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The Grovite

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Winter Edition 2015

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The Coconut Grove Arts Festival transforms the charming streets of Coconut Grove into a creative paradise with artists from across the world.

A local’s guide to Coconut Grove Miami’s original community by the bay since 1873

Miami’s original neighborhood was founded in 1873 by an eclectic mix of pioneers, artists, intellectuals, and adventurers. The tropical oasis of Coconut Grove thrives to this day as Miami’s escape from the stress of city life. In the middle of Miami, yet completely separate, Coconut Grove offers a warm, laid-back atmosphere of boutiques, shady lanes, sidewalk cafes, and quaint watering holes. There is a distinct bohemian flair that allows anyone to drop in and chill out every day of the week, any time of the year. Inside The Grovite you will find great options for what to see and do, as well as a detailed map and expert advice from local “Grovites”. Get your Grove on! FREE HISTORIC BIKE TOURS OF COCONUT GROVE • 1ST AND 3RD SATURDAYS • 9:30AM – 12PM

WINTER EVENTS

3RD ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY AT COCOWALK • SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 • 2PM - 8PM

Ring in the holiday season with festive activities the whole family can enjoy including a visit from Santa Claus, a bounce house, holiday-inspired arts and crafts, and live performances by the Miami Conservatory of Music, Arts & Minds Academy, and the Coconut Grove Ballet Studio. The festivities won’t be stopping there. First Saturday Fashion + Art + Music night will joyfully collide with CocoWalk’s grand event and visitors are invited to enjoy an evening of trunk shows, art exhibits, live music, and art in the streets. Join a special guest to light the tree in front of CocoWalk at 7:30 PM. This event is free and open to the public. coconutgrove.com

The Coconut Grove BID and Royal Palm Tours of Miami offer FREE historic bicycle tours every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. Tours start in front of City Hall. royalpalmtoursmiami.com

ST. ALBAN’S CHILD ENROLLMENT COCONUT GROVE ARTS FESTIVAL CENTER TOY DRIVE • FEBRUARY 13 -15 •10AM - 6PM The Coconut Grove Business Improvement Celebrating its 53rd year, the Coconut Grove Arts Festival remains one of the top outdoor fine arts festivals in the nation and showcases the works of more than 380 of the finest artists from around the world. A signature event on the South Florida cultural calendar, the Arts Festival is a true “celebration of the arts”. Visitors have the opportunity to meet with exhibitors, sample fine cuisine in its culinary pavilion, and enjoy live entertainment on the Main Stage all while taking in the tropical waterfront views of the Biscayne Bay. cgaf.com

KING MANGO STRUT • SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27 • 2PM - 6PM The 34th annual King Mango Strut Parade will take place on Commodore Plaza and Main Highway at 2:00 p.m. Alongside the Little Miss Mango float, the Mango madness features groups spoofing and satirizing the national and local events and people who made the news this year. The Grand Marshall will lead the parade through the streets, as well as introduce a celebrity guest. There will be four live bands at the After Party until 6:00 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. kingmangostrut.org

3rd Annual

District, in partnership with CocoWalk and the Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce, is facilitating a holiday toy drive to provide to the St. Alban’s Child Enrollment Center in Coconut Grove and South Miami. Over 200 children between the ages of 2 and 5 years old will receive toys at the gift presentation ceremony held on December 15, 2015. Drop off locations are at the Coconut Grove BID office, CocoWalk, and Sunset Place in South Miami. For more information, please contact the Coconut Grove BID office: 305-461-5506.

Every Saturday, start your weekend off with a rooftop yoga experience for all to enjoy!

In January and February, locally acclaimed historian Dr. Paul George is leading FREE walking tours of the Grove departing from the Coconut Grove Playhouse. Along the way, learn about historic Ransom Everglades School, Plymouth Congregational Church, Millionaire’s Row, and visit the Barnacle. Come hear about Coconut Grove’s secrets and history from a true expert. coconutgrove.com

Every first Saturday of the month, enjoy live music, explore new art exhibitions, and discover the latest fashion trends in Coconut Grove. coconutgrove.com

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING

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Every Tuesday and Thursday, grab your friends and colleagues and head to the park to get more focused, more in shape, and more centered – for FREE. Classes are sponsored by Oxxo Care Cleaners and Coconut Grove BID. coconutgrove.com

FREE YOGA AT MAYFAIR HOTEL ROOFTOP • SATURDAYS • 8AM - 9AM

FREE HISTORIC WALKING TOURS • 2ND AND 4TH SATURDAYS OF JANUARY & FEBRUARY • 4PM - 6PM FASHION + ART + MUSIC (F.A.M. NIGHTS) • FIRST SATURDAYS • 7PM - 10PM

FREE YOGA AT PEACOCK PARK • TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS • 6PM - 7PM

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3RD ANNUAL AVENUE J MUSIC FESTIVAL • SUNDAY, JANUARY 24 • 5:30 PM An evening of music, wine, Kosher food, and Coconut Grove charm. Presented by Chabad of the Grove and Hassid + Hipster, the event will be held at the Barnacle Historic State Park. Guests will enjoy three international performers: Alex Clare from London, whose “Too Close” was #7 on the Billboard, Moshav from Israel, and Zusha from New York City. avenueJfestival.com

FAMILY FUN DAY WITH A HOLIDAY TWIST! SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2015 � 2:00 P.M. TO 8:00 P.M. FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT 305.461.5506 OR VISIT COCONUTGROVE.COM

BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT

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SPARTICO MAYFAIR HOTEL & SPA

3000 Florida Avenue • 305-779-5100 The Mayfair Hotel’s stylish Italian restaurant with wood-fired pizza & home-styled pasta.

STRADA IN THE GROVE

3176 Commodore Plaza • 305-444-1312 A snazzy spot with contemporary décor; everything from Sunday brunch to Italian cuisine.

TAURUS BEER AND WHISKEY HOUSE 3540 Main Highway • 305-529-6523

A legendary whiskey and beer purveyor offers eclectic American food & nightly events.

THE GROVE SPOT 3324 Virginia Street • 305-774-6696 A casual hangout café & bar; enjoy all day breakfast & comfort food.

VINOS IN THE GROVE

3409 Main Highway • 305-442-8840

The King Mango Strut is a free-spirited parade that has brought the community together for 34 years. Above: Rick Scott and Charlie Crist at FanGate. PC: Robert Gill

ATTRACTIONS

CAFÉS & RESTAURANTS

4013 South Douglas Road • 305-442-7169 Located on Biscayne Bay, The Kampong is an 11-acre botanical garden containing a fascinating array of tropical fruit cultivars and flowering trees. ntbg.org/gardens/kampong.php

CINÉPOLIS COCONUT GROVE AT COCOWALK

CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Avenue • 305-446-6843 Offers the traditional movie experience alongside modern accommodations such as reserved seating, concessions with beer and wine, and luxurious leather chairs with attached swivel tray tables. cinepolisusa.com

VIZCAYA MUSEUM AND GARDENS 3251 South Miami Avenue • 305-250-9133

3437 Main Highway • 786-464-0908

BIANCO GELATO

Voted Best Spanish Restaurant in Miami- a purveyor of fine dining & gourmet seafood.

All natural certified gelato made with fresh ingredients, real organic milk, & no GMOs.

LE BOUCHON DU GROVE

BOMBAY DARBAR INDIAN RESTAURANT

A romantic spot serving traditional French delicacies & a diverse selection of wine.

3127 Commodore Plaza • 305-458-4455

THE KAMPONG

LA GAMBA SPANISH CUISINE

2901 Florida Avenue • 305-444-7272 Voted Best Indian Food in Miami, a staple for locals & visitors with a mom-and-pop spirit.

3430 Main Highway • 305-448-6060

LE MACARON

CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Avenue, #110 • 305-456-5864

CALAMARI ITALIAN SEAFOOD

Authentic Mexican food made from fresh ingredients and served for on-the-go eating.

LOKAL

A Miami-based boutique carrying all the latest trends & brands straight from Paris.

BIKESOMEWHERE

2801 Florida Avenue, #12 • 305-648-3111 Independent cycle shop that sells accessories, bikes, & sportswear from top manufacturers.

ERGON GREEK DELI & CUISINE

Perfectly suited for the Grove- a burger & beer joint with a menu that even caters to dogs.

3190 Commodore Plaza • 305-442-3377

LULU IN THE GROVE

NEW YORK ROMA PIZZA Artisanal & traditional Mediterranean products & food imported from Greece.

Whimsical boutique providing an assortment of clothes & gifts for children & women.

CARIOCA BRAZILIAN BEACHWEAR 3082 Grand Avenue • 305-476-9991

A one-stop-shop for all your beachwear needs straight from the bikini capital- Brazil.

CECILIA GONZALEZ JEWELRY

3339 Virginia Street • 305-336-0052 Handmade, hand-stamped, and personalized jewelry made right in Coconut Grove.

GEORGE’S IN THE GROVE

CELESTIAL TREASURES

THE BARNACLE HISTORIC STATE PARK

3444 Main Highway • 305-461-2341

3485 Main Highway • 305-442-6866 Situated on the short of Biscayne Bay, the Barnacle was the residence of Commodore Ralph Munroe, one of the Grove’s most influential pioneers. Built in 1891, it is the oldest home in Miami still in its original location. thebarnacle.org

2985 McFarlane Road • 305-476-6018

Thin crust, New York-styled pizza served with any choice of toppings in a counter-serve space.

3145 Commodore Plaza • 305-444-7878 An upscale French-Mediterranean menu in a hot spot that is cozy, quirky, & festive.

GREENSTREET OUTDOOR LOUNGE & RESTAURANT Thanks to its bayside location and status as a renowned sailing community, Coconut Grove is home to several sailing clubs.Contact the Coconut Grove Sailing Club at 305-444-4571 or Shake-A-Leg at 305-858-5550.

3109 Commodore Plaza • 954-681-5849

A charming French pastry shop & cafe known for its many creative flavors of macaroons.

A funky tapas bar with a sophisticated vibe, seasonal cuisine, & in-house infused drinks.

SAILING CLUBS

AMIE

3444 Main Highway • 305-443-4662

3105 Commodore Plaza • 305-447-5858

The Miami estate of agricultural industrialist James Deering engages the community as the 10-acre home welcomes visitors to learn of its history through art and the environment. vizcaya.org

The handbag destination – carries an assortment of fashion forward clothes & accessories.

BRENDA’S BOUTIQUE

3462 Main Highway • 305-461-1322

2982 Grand Avenue • 305-442-9280

3111 Commodore Plaza • 786-703-2916

A book lover’s haven – tons of books, a café, large cozy setting, & great company.

DOLCE VITA GELATO CAFÉ

3410 Main Highway • 305-446-2303

ALLIE AND CHICA

3390 Mary Street • 305-443-2855

An Italian restaurant best known for their seafood, brick oven, & brunch.

EL TAQUITO

SHOPPING

BOOKSTORE IN THE GROVE + CAFÉ

3540 Main Highway • 305-441-0219

A family owned Gelato shop that promises to stick with the true traditions of Italian gelato.

A uniquely styled bar with a cozy feel, long list of wines, live music, & Spanish finger foods.

3468 Main Highway • 305-444-0244 One of Miami’s most popular restaurants & cafes for casual eating, lounging, & brunching.

HUNGRY HOWIE’S PIZZA

3206 Grand Avenue • 786-703-8181

OASIS LOUNGE + HOOKAH BAR 2977 McFarlane Road • 305-446-6565 A buzzy hangout spot with everything from hookah & pool tables to a DJ & drinks.

PANORAMA RESTAURANT & SKY LOUNGE SONESTA COCONUT GROVE 2889 McFarlane Road • 305-447-8256 Offers award winning Latin-inspired cuisine & spectacular views of the Biscayne Bay.

PANTHER COFFEE

3407 Main Highway • 305-677-3952

PAN AM HISTORY EXHIBIT

From decor & crystals to tarot cards & incense – everything needed for a spiritual quest.

CHANDI WINES & SPIRITS

3390 Mary Street, #139 • 305-441-9463 A wide assortment of wines & spirits in a convenient location.

CONDOM – USA

3066 Grand Avenue • 305-445-7729 A relaxed resource shop aiming to educate & promote a safe & healthy lifestyle.

DUFFY’S RARE VIOLINS

3333 Rice Street • 305-443-0814

A knowledgeable shop serving the Grove’s stringed-instrument family for over 45 years.

EDITE MODE

CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Avenue, #179 • editemode.com Premier boutique with elegant, chic, and modern trends at affordable prices.

3015 Grand Avenue #220 • 305-774-7220

EVER AFTER

2967 McFarlane Road • 305-444-7300 A counter-serve pizzeria known for flavored crust & calzone-styled sandwiches.

First Flight Out in CocoWalk is home to the Pan American World Airways Aviation History Exhibit featuring an extensive collection of Pan Am memorabilia and a first class section and gallery of a Boeing 747 jumbo jet. thefirstflightout.com

JAGUAR CEVICHE SPOON BAR & LATAM GRILL

3067 Grand Avenue • 305-444-0216

Miami-based coffee shop that concentrates on small-batch roasting & specialty coffee.

PEACOCK GARDEN CAFÉ 2889 McFarlane Road • 305-774-3332 Contemporary bridal boutique providing modern brides with everything from gown to veil.

GCK BOUTIQUE

ART GALLERIES COCONUT GROVE ARTS FESTIVAL + GALLERY

CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Avenue • 305-330-5650

3390 Mary Street, #128 • 305-447-0401

Fresh cuisine, including ceviche by the spoon, inspired from the flavors of Latin America.

Enjoy first Saturday gallery exhibits of the most celebrated artists in the world.

LA BOTTEGA ENOTECA SOCIALE

MIDORI GALLERY

3540 Main Highway • 305-444-3493

GOLDEN BAR A quintessential Grove restaurant & garden with roots that go 130 years back.

SAPORE DI MARE

3168 Commodore Plaza • 305-443-3399

3111 Grand Avenue • 305-476-8292

An emporium of far eastern artifacts dating from 3500 BC to the 1920s.

A perfect mix of natural & chic- offers coastal Italian seafood, fresh pastas, and 100+ wines.

VIA GALLERY

SIAM OISHI RESTAURANT & BAR

CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Avenue, #115 305-904-3405 Artwork ranging from local to international and classic to modern.

One-stop-shop for all your fashion needs from clothing to accessories to home décor.

3425 Main Highway • 305-446-8800 A little piece of Italy in Coconut Grove: fullservice bar, over 30 wines, & an open kitchen.

A casual atmosphere with everything from Thai curries & sushi to Japanese entrees.

3092-3094 Fuller Street • 305-444-4474 Ranked one of Miami’s best independent boutiques – sells trendy clothes & chic décor.

H&H JEWELS

3434 Main Highway • 305-442-9760 Custom jewelry designed & handmade by H.H. Bredemeir alongside other elite lines.

ISABEL RIERA HAUTE COUTURE

3444 Main Highway • 305-443-5450 Fashions every woman will love; garments for any occasion from casual to cocktail.

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LUCKY 14

3418 Main Highway • 305-444-4997 One-of-a-kind gift shop & smoke shop with novelties, antiques, and collectibles.

MARKET BOUTIQUE

3123 Commodore Plaza • 305-441-9691

Women’s boutique carrying boho-chic minimalistic trends with street-style flair.

MAUI NIX SURF SHOP

CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Avenue • 305-444-6919 Retailer selling brand name surf & skate apparel, equipment, and accessories.

MAYA HATCHA

3058 Grand Avenue • 305-443-9040 A timeless treasure filled with ethnic clothes, handmade jewelry, & all things spiritual.

NIKKI’S BEACHHOUSE BOUTIQUE

3115 Commodore Plaza • 305-476-7765 A very Miami boutique – get ready for the beach with swimsuits, cover ups, & jewelry.

OLFACTORY COMPANY

3444 Main Highway, #17 • 305-444-5010 Purveyors of fine continental soaps, teas, spices, toys, oddments, & much more.

See live music and street art during the monthly Fashion + Art + Music night every first Saturday of the month from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. MANOLO GROVE SALON

ONLY ONE WING

3334 Virginia Street • 305-444-3334

3117 Commodore Plaza

Charming full-service salon with treatments for everything from hair to nails to wax.

The trendiest Miami styles – from shorts and sun dresses to clutches & jewelry.

MAURIZIO DISTEFANO, HAIR & MORE

OROLOGI

2901 Florida Avenue • 305-403-5550

3444 Main Highway • 305-441-0399 Sunglasses, watches, and accessories for men & women in a friendly, quaint boutique.

PINEDA COVALIN

3460 Main Highway • 305-448-6810 Fashion house influenced by colors, patterns, & textures of Mexican culture.

RAMONA LA RUE BY ARIANNE

3444 Main Highway • 305-456-8191 Bright & bold hand-painted designs on highend silky garments with bohemian flair.

RANI’S

3432 Main Highway • 305-448-0567

DOGTOWN

RB CYCLES 3411 Main Highway • 405-448-4666 Locally owned cycle shop with road & mountain bikes, accessories, & parts.

ROBIN IN THE GROVE 3414 Main Highway • 305-460-4444 An intimate jewelry store selling & repairing new, refurbished, & fine jewelry.

SILVERADO BOUTIQUE

3090 Fuller Street • 305-744-2447

BÜRO

3210 Grand Avenue • 305-448-5225

2980 McFarlane Road, #200 • 786-888-4525

An intimate boutique dog hotel & daycare offering treats, toys, boarding, & grooming.

Modern & flexible workspaces for freelancers & growing businesses.

GROVE INK TATTOO

3062 Grand Avenue • 786-552-6888 A top-notch tattoo parlor with talented artists & a welcoming, friendly environment.

JAGUAR THERAPEUTICS

3305 Rice Street • 305-792-8393 Multi-disciplinary health clinic servicing needs through safe & healthy therapy & training.

LA COUR DES ARTS

One of Miami’s largest jean retailers with a wide selection of designer jeans & casual wear.

NEW BUSINESSES

Internationally renowned color guru dedicated to providing high-quality salon services.

3105 Grand Avenue • 305-443-1451 A full-service salon and spa, with an elegant, spacious & friendly ambience.

SERGE RENARD

Playhouse for school-age children learning art & Judo Jujitsu through French immersion

Recognized hairdressers from Paris to Miami in a full-service salon with a calm ambiance.

LOVELY PETS

TIANO SALON & SPA

Experienced groomers in a clean & safe setting providing services for all dog breeds.

Cozy full-service salon offering high quality & signature treatments at affordable prices.

MEGA FLOWERS

UGO DI ROMA

A boutique flower shop specializing in unique floral arrangements for all occasions.

Full-service salon & spa that unites luxury & glam with innovation & tranquility.

3250 Grand Avenue • 305-476-9556

2996 McFarlane Road • 786-655-0121

RENOVA SALON & SPA

2911 Grand Avenue, #400C • 305-7178624

3098 Fuller Street • 305-476-8980

HARRY’S PIZZERIA

3141 Commodore Plaza • 305-447-0265

2840 Oak Avenue • 305-448-6661

Neighborhood pizzeria & casual joint for those who love pizza & crave genuine cooking.

KIT & ACE 3401 Main Highway, #3000

2801 Florida Avenue • 305-444-4661

NEW AGE BODY PIERCING

3070 Grand Avenue • 305-446-0203 Experienced body piercers trained to meet the high standards of the piercing industry.

ACTIVE

OPEN ENGLISH

Elevated basics- men’s & women’s luxury clothing, accessories, & lifestyle products.

2901 Florida Avenue, #840 • 305-443-3979

O’SOLE

An online English school offering live webcast classes with American teachers.

3444 Main Highway • 786-615-6171

OXXO CARE CLEANERS

3300 Mary Street • 305-321-1210 Offers patrons many distinctive eclectic gifts made by American artisans &craftsman.

THE FASHIONISTA CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE

3135 Commodore Plaza • 305-443-4331 Mother-daughter-owned boutique offering high-end designer fashions up to 75% off.

THE GRIFFIN

3112 Commodore Plaza • 786-631-3522 Luxurious designer shoes & accessories from bold, sophisticated, high-end labels.

THE LOFT SALON & BOUTIQUE

3192 Commodore Plaza • 305-890-9790 One-stop-shop for everyday women; a trendy clothing boutique & full-service salon.

UNIKA 3444 Main Highway • 305-445-4752

A boutique-like setting offering customers a wide spectrum of designs, brands, & prices.

VICKY VICTORIA

CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Avenue, #170 • 305-774-1302 Boutique with the latest’s trends to transform casual outfits in to urban chic statements.

24-hour dry cleaners using innovative & ecofriendly equipment to provide quality care.

SILLY MONKEY’S PLAYHOUSE

3310 Virginia Street • 305-444-4448 Infants and toddlers learn, play, and explore through a Music-Art-Discover-Play program.

THE BLONDE TULIP & BISTRO

3390 Mary Street • 305-444-9899 Flower shop specializing in unique event floral designs alongside a coffee bar & eatery.

SALONS DETLEV SALON & SPA

3065 Fuller Street • 305-448-5750 An Aveda Lifestyle Salon that offers every client a unique & customized experience.

Ideal waxing solution for active women – quick, affordable, & no appointment needed.

COCONUT GROVE LAUNDRY & CLEANERS

3101 Grand Avenue • 305-444-1344

Full-service dry cleaners for anything from rugs & wedding dresses to leather & suede.

FITNESS TOGETHER

3333 Rice Street • 305-648-2202 One-on-one personal training in a comfortable setting far from the crowded gym.

A hospitable salon that provides expert cuts, coloring, styling, & relaxing spa treatments.

Fitness experts working in a supportive community to help improve health & wellness.

LA FENICE SALON & SPA

SUP THE WORKOUT

3333 Rice Street • 305-460-0800

Boutique with hip & modern garments, accessories, & swimwear from Santo Domingo.

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3195 Commodore Plaza • 786-899-0336

A quaint restaurant with a trendy vibe serving Peruvian & Asian cuisine.

COCONUT GROVE WELCOME KIOSK

3316 Virginia Street • 305-446-6899

3096 Fuller Street • 561-644-6873 A comfortable area to train with Stand Up Paddling indoor equipment.

THE WORKOUT SPOT

3315 Rice Street • 305-447-8589 Personal training facility & gym promising professionalism, innovation, & results.

2911 Grand Avenue • 305-778-1270

3133 Commodore Plaza • 305-450-3370

A friendly local yoga sanctuary with over 40 classes a week for all ages, needs, & levels.

HAIR BY HISHAM

3405 Main Highway • 305-461-0020

ART BOX

BODY MINUTE

3170 Commodore Plaza • 305-461-1777

PILATES IN THE GROVE

SERVICES

Offers art lessons & workshops designed to engage kids in creative & artistic thinking.

DHARMA STUDIO YOGA

Located in front of CocoWalk Want to know more? Our Grove Ambassadors can help you with all the information you need.

YOUFIT Professional and modern salon providing services for hair, skin, nails, & endermologie.

CocoWalk, 3015 Grand Avenue • 786-534-0273

LING CHOW SALON

3399 Virginia Street • 305-444-1444

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Inviting full-service salon with renowned stylists ready to cut, color & style.

M SALON

3098 Fuller Street • 305-441-2736 Artistic hair designers giving clients high-end salon & spa services at affordable prices.

Affordable, motivational, & friendly health club that focuses on the needs of real people.

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COCONUT GROVE ARTS FESTIVAL AN ANNUAL TRADITION FEBRUARY 13-15, 2016

In 1963, theater press maven Charlie Cinnamon organized an intimate “clothes line” art show featuring a handful of artists and a few thousand onlookers as part of a promotion for the Coconut Grove Playhouse’s production of Irma la Douce. Better known today as the Coconut Grove Arts Festival®, Charlie’s vision has transformed into one of South Florida’s most successful cultural events, attracting an estimated 100,000 people to the winding streets of Coconut Grove during Presidents’ Day weekend. The 53rd annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival® (CGAF) returns this Presidents Day weekend, February 13-15, 2016 to showcase award-winning works by North America’s most talented artists. Regarded as America’s most popular outdoor fine arts exhibition, CGAF boasts more than 380 artists across 12 different, yet equally rousing, categories. They include: mixed media, painting, photography, digital art, printmaking & drawing, watercolor, claywork, glass, fiber, jewelry & metalwork, sculpture, and wood. An additional category, the New & Emerging artist category, will present some of the newest faces in the outdoor fine arts world. A favorite component of the annual event, the Culinary Pavilion, will again host top name chefs from the hottest restaurants and hotels in South Florida and present cooking demonstrations beginning every day at noon.

Cashmere is coming to Miami, technically Kit and Ace,

a Canadian retailer that designs and develops Technical Luxury™ apparel, accessories, and lifestyle products, plans to open up shop in Coconut Grove this December. The company is best known for its lightweight t-shirts made from Technical Cashmere™ – the type of fabric that feels soft against your skin as it moves with you throughout the day, even in the Miami heat. When Kit and Ace launched its first shop in July 2014 in Vancouver, B.C. the focus was on Technical Cashmere t-shirts and core styles. The perfect t-shirt can be hard to find, but

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CGAF will again partner with Miami New Times in programming the three days of live entertainment and bringing an impressive line-up of national touring acts to the main stage lineup in Peacock Park. “Many people grew up with the Arts Festival and have watched it evolve and grow with them. They attended when they were children, and now bring their children to this traditional family event. With such a rich and extensive history, it’s hard not to remember special moments at the Arts Festival throughout the years,” said CGAF President, Monty Trainer. The Children’s Trust Art Alley also returns this year with an interactive Kids’ Area that encourages children, ages 2-12, to express their imagination and creativity through hands-on workshops. The Coconut Grove Arts Festival has consistently been named one of the best fine arts festivals in the nation by Sunshine Artist Magazine and remains the top voted outdoor arts festival in the history of the magazine’s 200 Best. Most recently, CGAF was named the “Best Festival” in Miami by the Miami New Times as part of its annual Best of Miami special edition publication. Festival hours are 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily. Admission to the Arts Festival is $15 per person per day; children 12 years and under enter free of charge. Residents of Coconut Grove in the 33133 zip code can enjoy the Festival for a reduced admission of $5 with proof of residency. For more information, daily event schedules, or to purchase tickets for the Coconut Grove Arts Festival online, visit www.CGAF.com.

when you combine soft, luxurious fabric with the right tailoring, the result is a piece that can take you from the office to a dinner party, without sacrificing style or comfort. For women, Kit and Ace offers four t-shirt fits – West Coast, contour, tailored standard, and boyfriend. The effortless style of the West Coast fit has been particularly popular, especially the Wave Tee, which is designed for movement and features flat-locked seams for comfort. It is perfect for a day spent in Coconut Grove– strolling through galleries and boutiques, sitting down for a coffee at the local cafe, and having dinner at a favorite local restaurant. Men’s t-shirts are designed to look effortless, merging functional and technical attributes with classic Italian tailoring. Core styles, such as the Vee Tee and Mayne Tee, are enhanced with stretch to keep their shape, move with you, and transition from day to night – on cooler nights, layer Kit and Ace t-shirts to keep cozy and stylish. Kit and Ace is a technical company and innovates in every area of product design – from the luxury fibres woven into its proprietary fabrics, to the intensive testing of products, including wash and wear testing. Yes, Technical Cashmere is machine-washable and dryable to save you time. Aside from core t-shirt styles, Kit and Ace also sells a selection of tops, bottoms, dresses, outerwear, and accessories, such as scarves and blankets, made from luxurious proprietary fabrics. Within its shop spaces, Kit and Ace collaborates with local artists and contractors during the build-out process. The Coconut Grove shop will feature a large Supper Club table designed by Jessica Acosta Rubio to anchor the space, lighting by Brookhart Jonquil, and an iconic photograph by Alejandro Veliz, Boats Beneath a Miami Sky, which captures the essence of the city. Coconut Grove is an escape within the city, and the future Kit and Ace location will be a destination where locals can go to engage in real conversation and find inspiration in the artistic details of the shop. Kit and Ace will open just in time for the holidays – keep your eyes out for when the doors open at 3401 Main Highway, Suite 3000, and wrap yourself in Technical Cashmere.