May 6, 2015 
 From City Hall

City Celebrates 90 Years of a Dream Realized

 

Last week, Coral Gables celebrated its 90th anniversary with a proclamation and a cake replica of City Hall during the April 28 City Commission meeting. To view images of the celebration, click here. 


 

Frank G. Fernandez Named Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Safety

 

Frank G. Fernandez has been named Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Safety for the City of Coral Gables. The appointment was made by City Manager Cathy Swanson-Rivenbark.  Mr. Fernandez will begin his new role on Monday, May 18. For more information, click here.

Honoring Our Fallen Officers

 

On Thursday, May 7 at 4 p.m., at Merrick Park (across from City Hall),  Coral Gables will hear the boom of a 21-gun salute in remembrance of nine police officers who died in the line of duty while protecting our community. Note: Seating will begin at 3:30 p.m. For more information, click here. 

 

Parks Named In Honor of Devoted Residents & Garden Club

 

Two local parks have been named in honor of devoted residents and an important organization that have made significant contributions to the community. For details, click here.


Community Gets Involved in Streetscape Project 
Downtown Coral Gables
Downtown Coral Gables "Streetscape Sneak-Peek" Open House Event

Downtown Coral Gables will be transformed into a pedestrian promenade with garden areas, outdoor dining, new trees and lighting and public art -- but not before the community had a chance to weigh in. To view the recent streetscape open house video, click the link above. 

Granada Golf Course To Be Closed For Renovations

 

The Granada Golf Course will be closed to the public starting May 18 for the much-anticipated $500,000 restoration and renovation improvements to the course and golf facilities, which are expected to take approximately five months. For more information, click here.

 

Around Town

Downtown Coral Gables is The Place to Shop for Mom

 

Put a smile on mom's face this Sunday with a Mother's Day gift from dozens of Downtown retailers, or take mom to her favorite restaurant, salon or spa, all within blocks in the City's commercial district. To learn more about the great promotions available for the leading lady in your life, click here.  

 

Team Gables Shows Indomitable Spirit 

 

The City of Coral Gables won the City Employees Division for our Women's Team, Men's Team and Coed Team at the Mercedes Benz Corporate Run in Downtown Miami April 23. Despite the gloomy skies, more than 90 City of Coral Gables employees came out in force spearheaded by City Attorney Craig Leen, team captain Christina Veliz and co-captain Art Centurion. 

 

May is "Older Americans Month"  

Head over to the City's Adult Activity Center at the War Memorial Youth Center, 405 University Drive, and celebrate "Older Americans Month" by taking an exercise class, foreign language course and wellness workshop, or joining the "young viejos" softball league, and much more. For an activity calendar, click here. 
Community Tips & Info

Register Your Kids Now for Summer Camps 

Boredom is not allowed in Coral Gables this summer! The War Memorial Youth Center is offering 21 different summer camps fit to keep your kids' minds and bodies active.  For a listing of summer camps available and how to register, 

 

click here.

 


CG Museum & Art Cinema Are Bicycle Friendly Businesses 
 

On Earth Day, April 22, the League of American Bicyclists recognized the Coral Gables Museum and Coral Gables Art Cinema as the first Bicycle Friendly Businesses in the City for investing in a more sustainable future and promoting a healthier lifestyle for their employees.
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Memorial Day May 25th. A quiet and respectful service will be held to honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

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