RECNEWS

Community Recreation Play Services Newsletter

Register for Summer Camps!

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• Club P.L.A.Y. Summer Camp for grades K - 5.
• My First Camp for ages 4 - 5.
• Teens Outside Summer Camp for grades 6 - 8.
• Coral Gables Soccer Camp for ages 7 -12.
• Half Day Sports Camp for ages 8 - 12.
• Volleyball Camp for ages 7 - 15.
• Basketball Camp for ages 7 - 14.
• Tumblebees Gymnastics Summer Camp for ages 4 - 14.
• Abrakadoodle Summer Camp for ages 5 - 12.
• My First Tennis Camp at Biltmore Tennis for ages 4 - 5.
• Smash and Splash Tennis Camp at Biltmore Tennis for ages 6 - 16.
• Junior Lifeguard Summer Camp at the Venetian Pool for ages 5 - 12.
• Fun in the Sun Half Day Camp at the Venetian Pool for ages 7 - 12.

Register online at PlayGables.com or in person at the War Memorial Youth Center Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to noon.

For additional information, please contact parks@coralgables.com.

Summer Camp Open House

Saturday, April 13, 10 a.m. - noon

War Memorial Youth Center, 405 University Drive

Experience what summer camp is all about and get to know the team at the annual summer camp open house. Participants will have an opportunity to view all summer program offerings, create registration accounts, and tour the facility. 

Don’t forget to bring the little ones! There will be games and activities to give our future campers a glimpse of the fun they will have this summer in the City Beautiful. 

For additional information, please contact parks@coralgables.com. 

Evolve Musical Theater Company Presents:

"Disney's Frozen Jr."

War Memorial Youth Center Theater, 405 University Drive 

A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, "Frozen Jr." expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!

Show Dates:

Friday, April 12, 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 13, 2 p.m.

Friday, April 19 , 7 p.m.

Saturday, April 20 , 2 p.m. 

Movies Under the Gables Moonlight - Featuring "Jurassic World Dominion"

Friday, April 19, 7:30 p.m.

Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center Athletic Field, 405 University Drive

Two worlds collide as the epic saga that began with Jurassic Park comes full circle in “Jurassic World Dominion”. Presented in collaboration with the Coral Gables Art Cinema, this special event is hosted by the Community Recreation Department free of charge. Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Popcorn and soft drinks will be available for sale. Closed captioning is available. 

For additional information, please email specialevents@coralgables.com.

Bike & BBQ to Matheson Hammock Park

Sunday, April 21, 10 a.m.

Departing from the War Memorial Youth Center, 405 University Drive

Join the City of Coral Gables and Bike Walk Coral Gables for the annual Bike and BBQ, the most popular bike tour of the year. This 11-mile tour commences at the War Memorial Youth Center and ends with a BBQ-style picnic at Matheson Hammock Park. There will be live music, lawn games and refreshments. Participants can part ways on their own or join the police escorted group to ride back to the Youth Center. Event check-in begins at 9:30 a.m. and the tour will depart promptly at 10 a.m. 

This ride is recommended for riders ages 10 and older and for those that can maintain a minimum speed of 10 mph. Everyone must wear a helmet to participate. 

This ride is in partnership with Dade Heritage Trust and No Boundaries Sport, who will be available on site to inspect participant's bikes. Advanced registration is recommended.

For additional information, please email specialevents@coralgables.com.

Cooper and Moore Parks Community Meeting

Thursday, April 25, 6 p.m.

Coral Gables Police and Fire Headquarters, 2151 Salzedo St.

The City of Coral Gables invites you to attend a community meeting to present and discuss the designs for the renovation of Nellie B. Moore Park, located at 202 Jefferson Drive and William & Leona Cooper Park, located at 4920 Washington Drive. The proposed park designs will be available for review and community input from Monday, April 15 through Monday, May 15, 2024. As a resident or stakeholder of this area, your input is valuable. We look forward to your participation.

For additional information, please contact Coral Gables Community Recreation at

305-460-5620 or ParksProjects@coralgables.com



You may also attend this meeting via Zoom.

An Afternoon at the Cinema: "From Russia with Love"

Saturday, April 27, 12 p.m.

Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Avenue

Join Commissioner Kirk Menendez at the Coral Gables Art Cinema and watch

James Bond in “From Russia with Love”. This screening is sponsored by Commissioner Kirk Menendez and the Anthony R. Abraham Foundation. Tickets are free and available for Coral Gables residents 30+. Popcorn and a drink courtesy of the Coral Gables Community Foundation.

For additional information, please email specialevents@coralgables.com.

Pétanque Exhibition Game

Sunday, April 28, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Ingraham Park, 4751 Ingraham Terrace

Learn a new sport and join us for an afternoon exhibition game of pétanque. Pétanque is a traditional French lawn game perfect for all ages and playing abilities. This is a neighborhood event for the community to get together and play a new low-impact sport. The event and is free to the community and registration is not required.

For additional information, please contact specialevents@coralgables.com.

Second Tuesday of Each Month at 12:30 p.m. Through Tuesday, May 14

Coral Gables Adult Activity Center 2 Andalusia Ave. 

Join the South Florida Chamber Ensemble for an afternoon concert as part of their Minds in Harmony concert series at the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center.