2019-06-25 10:16
We wrote about Marisol Mcewan last week. She started this manatee mural on Friday and by Monday morning it was complete!Marisol, with the help of her dad, Edward Mcewan did an incredible job… Read More
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2019-06-25 01:11
The Florida Plastic Free Initiative is having a workshop at the Woman's Club of Coconut Grove on Tuesday, June 25.Coconut Grove has a “Grove Green” idea for the future to make th… Read More
2019-06-24 13:00
The Woman's Club of Coconut Grove is holding Happy Hours during the summer. The first is Thursday, June 27 from 5:30 to 8 pm.Stop by for the summer kick-off. There will be various theme… Read More
2019-06-24 10:11
Isabelle’s Grill Room & Garden, the companion to The Commodore, the newly-opened cocktail lounge at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, is now open. The chic new restaurant featur… Read More
2019-06-23 08:00
A twofer gliding down the street.I wrote about the electric scooters being legalized in the state the other day and received so many comments, mostly against the scooters.It seems that… Read More
2019-06-22 14:00
Mayfair's beautiful rooftop pool and cabanas.The Mayfair Hotel and Spa was sold this week to Brookfield Asset Management. They purchased the property at 3000 Florida Avenue for around $40 mi… Read More
2019-06-22 08:00
This is Marisol Mcewan and her dad Edward Mcewan.Marisol is painting a mural on the back wall of Florentine Plaza and dad is helping her out. You can see her working in the parking lot at Fu… Read More
2019-06-21 13:00
A reader sent this in, I find it interesting about the locations of the car break-ins and the area where the break-ins did not happen."I never really thought I’d be reaching out for su… Read More
2019-06-21 08:00
As the redevelopment of CocoWalk progresses, four new retail concepts have signed leases to move in when they reopen to the public next year. Joining the center’s tenant mix will be Mi… Read More
2019-06-20 14:13
On June 17, 2019, Miami-Dade County filed a lawsuit against the City of Miami regarding the Coconut Grove Playhouse. The County is not going to take "no" as an answer.The county seems quite… Read More
2019-06-20 12:37
A funny thing happened at lunch yesterday.For the past few days I've been seeing an advertisement floating around on social media for a Grove restaurant. It's a good deal at a place I like… Read More
2019-06-19 20:18
It looks like some of the electric scooters were taken out of the Grove, like the Bird brand, but the orange Spin brand is in big supply, seems like there is group of them every few feet.The… Read More
2019-06-19 09:53
Monkeys hanging from the ceiling, flamingos on the shelves, purple, orange and blue bunnies along the side wall, a pink lipstick chair as you enter; yup, that's The Bazaar Project, the… Read More
2019-06-18 08:00
I was walking by in the rain and ended up at Books & Books for lunch yesterday. I hadn't been there for awhile. I loved that their cafe area is much larger than it was, and their menu ha… Read More
2019-06-17 08:00
If you stopped by Sunday's Cars & Cigars at The Barnacle, you got quite wet, but it was still fun. Charter Flight performed as the rain came down behind them.The classic cars were set up… Read More
2019-06-16 08:00
Begin your Independence Day celebration with a good old-fashioned picnic at The Barnacle Historic State Park. Come by between 11 am and 4 pm, on Thursday, July 4, where the whole family can… Read More
2019-06-15 13:00
Remember that story we did on the new Mustache Barber Shop? Well, they are having a grand opening party on Thursday, June 20 from 5 to 8 pm.Enjoy a game of pool, drinks, small bites, good mu… Read More
2019-06-15 08:00
There is always talk about clearing the mangroves in the parks (Kennedy and Peacock especially), so that the view of the bay is improved. But there's an interesting article in the Miami Hera… Read More
2019-06-14 08:00
Hannah Curry and Renescha Coats fighting for housing for all in Nov. 2016."You ever have a day that has gone so well that you just can't get off of that cloud?" asked District Commissioner K… Read More
2019-06-13 13:00
Students have been asking for more summer activities and the Coconut Grove Rotary Club is working on getting those activities for them. The Grove Club is now contacting government agencies a… Read More
2019-06-13 08:00
The new Oak Street office building; formerly the Oak Street Garage.We were talking about the lack of parking in Coconut Grove and there are people who have other points of view, who apparent… Read More
2019-06-12 17:25
The former Oak Street Garage. Now an office building.There is a story in Miami Today about Coconut Grove's parking situation. It says that at a recent meeting, of the Miami Parking Auth… Read More
2019-06-12 12:40
The Barnacle Society invites you to Cars & Cigars, held each Father’s Day on the picturesque bayfront grounds of The Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Highway.The event is op… Read More
2019-06-11 12:30
The Mayfair Hotel is having a Miami Latin Rooftop Pool Party starting Sunday, June 30, hosted by Miami Salsa Dream Team.Back by popular demand get ready for a day of nonstop dancing, fun und… Read More
2019-06-11 08:00
Lokal is having an anniversary party on Thursday, June 20. It's their 7.5 year anniversary! They opened on Christmas Eve 2011, I remember it well, we stayed late the day before to get the st… Read More
2019-06-10 13:00
Enjoy the sunset on the veranda at the Sailing Club for Cocktails and Card exchange overlooking the beautiful anchorage at the next Coconut Grove Chamber Networking event.It's Wednesday… Read More
2019-06-10 10:30
I almost killed some cyclists early Sunday morning. All in the name of a video for social media. After posting this story last week and this cartoon, it would not have looked good if… Read More
2019-06-09 22:16
The Village Council has deferred the Kampong/FIU issue on the agenda for Monday's meeting.The meeting is still on, at 6:30 at City Hall, 3500 Pan American Drive, but the Kampong issue will n… Read More
2019-06-09 13:45
The Village Council will be discussing the FIU/Kampong issue at Monday's meeting. FIU seems to be sticking it's tentacles out into the Grove. They are part of the County's plans for the… Read More
2019-06-09 13:00
The Grove-Key Dems Club is meeting Thursday, June 13 at The Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church (3515 Douglas Road). The meeting is from 7 to 9 pm.Two of Florida State Legislators representi… Read More
2019-06-08 08:00
Some crazy things going on around here. Last week a clothing store in the Grove was broken into and expensive clothing was stolen. The thief got in by breaking the front window. Why? Because… Read More
2019-06-07 17:30
We were talking about bike paths and cyclists the other day so I found today's Pearl Before Swine comic strip funny. Cartoonist Stephan Pastis recently won Cartoonist of the Year at this yea… Read More
2019-06-07 08:00
A new condo tower in Manhattan is five stories taller than allowed by law. The solution? Chop off five floors according to an article in the NY Times.No, seriously. In the past, developers s… Read More
2019-06-06 13:13
The Miami Herald posted a letter to the editor by Miami Mayor Francis Suarez regarding his recent Playhouse veto.He says, "Unfortunately, the county, in its proposal, has misled our resident… Read More
2019-06-06 10:28
My friend the other day asked me what the purpose of the bike paths/lanes were. I had to laugh because we know what they are for, but then we started talking.Early on weekend mornings, we go… Read More
2019-06-05 13:00
The next Village Council meeting is Monday, June 10 at 6:30 pm.On the agenda:- Kampong/FIU presentation on new center for tropical botany- 3601 Solona Road tree appeal- Traffic and mobility… Read More
2019-06-05 12:46
CocoWalk is being quite secretive about the new businesses that are signing up for their new renovated location, but we do know that the Grove is getting a new pizza joint. But not just… Read More
2019-06-04 20:30
Is your child interested in accessible sailing, kayaking, swimming or fishing? All while making new friends and learning cool things? You can do it all and more at Shake-A-Leg Miami’s… Read More
2019-06-04 11:49
Andrew Harrison who won gold in singles/doubles; Todd Rubinstein; and Harold Rubin who won gold in doubles with Andrew Harrison in Men's 65s Division.Coconut Grove resident Todd Rubinstein… Read More
2019-06-03 08:00
As the Tribute to Woodstock seemed to be all Grovites, The Spillover's In-Cider Fest seemed to be filled with people from outside the Grove. I was hoping to see Captain Kush there, but I nev… Read More
2019-06-02 13:44
Commissioner Ken Russell got a tattoo from Grove Ink, who had a booth set up at Saturday's Tribute to Woodstock at Peacock Park. I asked Ken what the tattoo meant. He explained, "This i… Read More
2019-06-02 08:00
The BID's Tribute to Woodstock Festival was a lot of fun Saturday. We hopped back and forth between Woodstock and The Spillover's In-Cider Fest (we'll have photos of that tomorrow).Live musi… Read More
2019-06-01 08:00
Starbucks Trenta WaterPhoto: PinterestI noticed something the other day, it's crazy and nervy, too.I saw a guy from a Grove business go over to Starbucks and he didn't get coffee, but he cam… Read More
2019-05-31 08:00
Chugs is going to have a new neighbor at Florentine Plaza. Stefano Versace Galato is opening across the plaza at 3444 Main Highway.Stefano has locations in other areas of the county includin… Read More
2019-05-30 13:09
This is Times Square in NYC in 1917. In the center of the photo, to the left of the Loews New York is the Lyceum Theater. It was 14 years old then, built in 1908.And you know what? I recentl… Read More
2019-05-30 08:00
The Spillover is holding the 3rd annual In-Cider-Fest, Miami’s first and only free Cider Festival. This yearly event is a celebration of cider, mead, seafood, and community. The e… Read More
2019-05-29 13:00
Spider-man: Into the Spiderverse is showing at The Barnacle on Friday, May 31 for the Free Movies in the Park series sponsored by the BID. the movies are held on select Fridays of each month… Read More
2019-05-29 08:00
A Tribute Woodstock, which celebrates the 50th anniversary of Woodstock is Saturday, June 1. Peacock Park was a large part of the the 1960s culture back then, it's where Miamians hung o… Read More
2019-05-28 08:00
Catherine Longueria - Estrella Binaria 2019Nocturnal Views through the eyes of many of Miami-Dade County’s most creative art teachers is the focus of the June exhibition at the Gallery… Read More
2019-05-27 09:07
2019-05-27 08:00
A guy wrote this on one of those "old Miami" Facebook pages. I found it interesting, seeing the Grove from someone who moved away but passed through recently:We were in the Keys for a few da… Read More
2019-05-26 14:03
Enjoy Sunset Sunday and Memorial Day eve at Vinos in the Grove. They have the talented Justina Shandler playing Sunday, May 26 from 6-9 pm. In honor of Veterans and all active military… Read More
2019-05-26 08:00
This is the shape the county left an area of the South Grove, where they put in the new traffic light on Douglas at Poinciana. These mature trees mean nothing to them. The county is a b… Read More
2019-05-25 13:15
Our new Coconut Grove summer t-shirts are available!Men's and women's sizes.Check them out here.Only $20. Free shipping!It's a great way to support the Grapevine Read More
2019-05-25 08:00
Emma and Ugo AngelettiUgo Angeletti, Grovite and founder of back2earth, and his sister Emma won $50,000 from General Mills as the winners of its annual Feeding Better Futures Scholars Progra… Read More
2019-05-24 11:12
Jimmy the barber and one of his happy clients.When you hear the words, "Men's Barbershop," you probably think "expensive." Let's change that. There's a new place in the Grove for men to get… Read More
2019-05-23 18:33
Thursday morning, the City Commission met regarding the overturn of the Mayor's veto regarding the Coconut Grove Playhouse.The City Commission voted in favor of keeping the Mayor's vet… Read More
2019-05-23 18:33
A reader sent this in, he doesn't want his named used, but I think it's quite interesting:Let me enlighten you on why Freebee is not working in the Grove. 1st of all if you do not tip you wi… Read More
2019-05-23 08:00
Choices Cafe is holding a Juicing and Vegan Workshop on Saturday, June 1 from 6 to 9 pm.Everything Earth Tribe and Ital Vegan Chef will show you how to learn, connect and awaken to the impor… Read More
2019-05-22 14:52
The Office of Capital Improvements is asking the commission Thursday to accept a proposal from Kearns Construction Company, to be considered to finally do the work repairing Dinner Key Marin… Read More
2019-05-22 13:00
Are better crosswalks needed in the South Grove? A reader posed that question.I know folks are still a bit upset over the new traffic light on Douglas and Poinciana. It's like the Grove is g… Read More
2019-05-22 10:57
You've probably seen the large Botero sculpture, "Mujer Vestida," at the corner of Tigertail + Mary - well, that's part of Tigertail + Mary, the new restaurant which opens Friday, May 24.Jam… Read More
2019-05-21 21:38
The following letter was sent by Architect Richard Heisenbottle to the Mayor and Commissioners on Tuesday afternoon. Heisenbottle has alternative plans for the playhouse.Good afternoon Mayor… Read More
2019-05-21 13:40
The US Flags went up Tuesday morning, a bit earlier than usual. They have been going up on Flag Day, which is June 14, but now they are up earlier, in time for Memorial Day, which is May 27… Read More
2019-05-21 12:30
In 2009, the Windisch-Hunt Gallery had a "Mail Art" exhibition. People sent Mail Art to AnnaMaria Windisch Hunt and it ended up being a show at the gallery. One time a guy sent a red high he… Read More
2019-05-21 08:00
I was speaking with the ladies at the Woman's Club, they were telling me so much about the history.One funny thing is that if you read the minutes from over the years - yes, they have all th… Read More
2019-05-20 13:00
LETTER TO THE EDITOR“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.”The playhouse, as a large venue, has failed financially five times in its 91-year history. If… Read More
2019-05-20 11:55
Lately, there have been so many events happening in Coconut Grove, that is feels like old times! On Sunday, Grillin N Chillin took over Peacock Park and it was a fantastic event. Did yo… Read More
2019-05-19 08:00
On Saturday, June 8, Vie Boheme is presenting Starseed at The Barnacle, a music and arts festival. This is a unique fusion of artists from across multiple platforms. Starseed combines a full… Read More
2019-05-18 14:11
A two hour training class on preventing an overdose with a certificate of completion is being held at Shake-A-Leg next week. On Friday, May 24 and Saturday, May 25, there are three cla… Read More
2019-05-18 08:00
There are so many mixed emotions regarding the Coconut Grove Playhouse.County Mayor Carlos Gimenez issued a statement regarding the City of Miami Mayor Francis Suarez’s veto of the Cit… Read More
2019-05-17 18:48
Grillin N Chillin which is this weekend, is now only on Sunday, May 19, rather than Saturday and Sunday.Please make a note of it. It's Sunday at Peacock Park - 11 am to 7 pm.The details on t… Read More
2019-05-17 14:16
Mayor Suarez addresses crowd across from PlayhouseOn Friday morning, Mayor Francis Suarez held a press conference in front of the Coconut Grove Playhouse. The results - the Mayor vetoed the… Read More
2019-05-17 12:30
Join Commissioner Ken Russell, the Coconut Grove BID, and the City of Miami Parks and Recreation Department for the Kennedy Park Walkway Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Park Clean Up on Sa… Read More
2019-05-17 08:00
The block parties have been so successful, they have moved around from Fuller Street to Main Highway to Florida Avenue and now the next one, a rather large one is in Peacock Park. It's a Tri… Read More
2019-05-16 15:08
Bingo Night at Woman's Club of Coconut Grove is Thursday, May 23. Bring your family and friends, doors open at 6:30 pm and Bingo begins at 7:00.Admissions is $5 for adults and children under… Read More
2019-05-16 12:01
Grillin N Chillin is coming to the Grove this weekend. Enjoy great food, family fun, and refreshing cocktails at Miami's largest free BBQ Festival on Saturday and Sunday, May 18 and 19.Enjoy… Read More
2019-05-15 12:06
Two or three men are now part of the Woman's Club of Coconut Grove. Should they be allowed to join and what is the purpose?The club, started in 1891 has always denied men's entry, although i… Read More
2019-05-15 10:44
Daimler, the German car maker will stop selling the little Smart Cars in America next year because Americans don't like them.People who want a small car for a quick trip prefer to take Uber'… Read More
2019-05-14 20:45
Stop by The Spillover for Yappy Hour on Wednesday, May 15, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Enjoy Happy Hour al fresco with your two and four-legged friends for drinks, small bites, and treats.This mon… Read More
2019-05-14 13:00
May is Oregon Pinot Noir month and this Thursday, May 16, Vino's in the Grove is having a wine tasting. Their lineup is:Willakenzie RoseWillakenzie ‘Triple Black Slopes’Will… Read More
2019-05-14 10:59
At first I noticed the sign - Rustica - and thought that Pizza Rustica moved into the Grove, but this is better. Rustica is a new Argentinian gourmet fast food restaurant. They are tucked in… Read More
2019-05-13 08:00
Recently Grand Avenue was resurfaced and it looks beautiful. But I noticed that in the process, they removed parking spaces. It seems like every time a street scape project is done, parking… Read More
2019-05-12 08:00
The Woman's Club of Coconut Grove had an art show on Saturday night. What was special about the show is that all the art was by club members and so many Grovites came out - lots of familiar… Read More
2019-05-11 12:00
Shake-A-Leg Miami, South Florida’s water sports and boating center community, specializing in providing programs for children and adults with disabilities, has opened registration for… Read More
2019-05-11 08:00
A view from the trolleyThe City's Department of Resilience & Public Works has a trolley survey. You can take it here.It's not much of a survey and doesn't address major concerns, they as… Read More
2019-05-10 12:10
The Barnacle's Under Moonlight Concert this month features The Solar Dogs, the anti-Ultra.Enjoy an evening of live entertainment on Saturday, May 11 from 7 to 9 pm.Solar Dogs are a home-grow… Read More
2019-05-10 08:00
I didn't want to write about Ultra leaving Miami since it's not a Grove thing, but the last one was a Grove thing due to its's sound and ground pounding intrusion into the Grove and Brickell… Read More
2019-05-09 11:08
I got a call last night about 9 pm, and was told this was off the record - I was told that Mayor Francis Suarez will have the last word regarding the Playhouse. He could overturn Wednesday's… Read More
2019-05-09 08:00
Coffee With A Cop took place Wednesday morning at H&H Jewels. Coffee was provided by Panther and delicious pastries were provided by Fireman Derek's Pie Shop. I love when neighbors come… Read More
2019-05-08 23:40
Architect Richard Heisnbottle pleads his case at Wednesday's meetingThe City Commission met Wednesday, to decide on the final fate of the Coconut Grove Playhouse. The City's HEP Board d… Read More
2019-05-08 12:06
Artist Bo Droga and his volunteer crew have been creating a large row of dominoes along US1, under the Metrorail tracks. You have probably seen them as you drove south.The large columns in t… Read More
2019-05-08 08:00
YUP, WE'RE 14 TODAY! Read More
2019-05-07 15:00
H&H Jewels is hosting Coffee With A Cop on Wednesday, May 8.Stop by from 10 to 11:30 am and meet the local police including Commander Butler-Thomas and her staff.There is no agenda, just… Read More
2019-05-07 13:14
The Miami Conservatory of Music is presenting its Gala and Concert on Sunday, May 19, 2019 at 3 pm. The public is invited to attend for free. To obtain tickets just email your name and… Read More
2019-05-07 08:00
Lola GarciaThe Coconut Grove Arts and Historical Association, producer of the annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival, has announced its officers for 2019-2020. The incoming officers are: Lola Ga… Read More
2019-05-06 13:30
The special City Commission meeting regarding the Coconut Grove Playhouse on Wednesday, May 8 at 9 am.Congresswoman Frederica Wilson requested a deferral from the last meeting, which was Apr… Read More
2019-05-06 09:48
The Barnacle held their 9th annual Woofstock festival on Sunday, in conjunction with Equipaws Pet Services.Along with lots of dogs, there was food, live music from The Pitbull of Blues Band… Read More
2019-05-05 08:00
Miami has been named one of the most corrupt cities nationwide. Miami isn't number one on the list, it's number 4, number one is Chicago, according to the University of Illinois who re… Read More
2019-05-03 08:00
The Woman's Club of Coconut Grove is holding an art show on Saturday, May 11 from 6 to 9 pm.The ladies carry on a long tradition in that their founders were strong supporters of arts and edu… Read More
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