🌱 Patch AM: What did Coral Gables commissioners quietly approve that could change your block?

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In today's newsletter:

• What did Coral Gables commissioners quietly approve that could change your block?
• Which Coral Gables judge just got a powerful promotion?
• How are your Coral Gables neighbors quietly steering millions to local causes?

Also on today's calendar: Journey of Joy: A Kids Event @ IKEA Miami and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: Last night I had a dream. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Saturday: Times of sun and clouds, with a high of 82 and low of 69 degrees.
• Sunday: Partly sunny, showers around, temps: high: 80, low: 69.
• Monday: Some sun, breezy and pleasant, with a high of 79 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. From City Hall: Live Local Debate, New Development, and More (coralgablesmagazine.com) — City commissioners advanced several decisions that will shape daily life in Coral Gables, from testing a locally invented water-cleaning technology in city canals to approving a new mid-rise project on Ponce with traffic calming and streetscape upgrades. They also greenlit an off-leash dog park across from the Coral Gables Library and highlighted new public art and sustainability accolades for the city.
   

2. Gov. DeSantis appoints 3 Judges in Miami-Dade, 2 in Tallahassee (floridapolitics.com) — A Coral Gables resident, Judge Christina Correa, has been elevated by Gov. Ron DeSantis from Miami-Dade County Court to the 11th Judicial Circuit, putting a neighbor on a powerful local bench. Two other Miami-Dade lawyers and two Tallahassee attorneys also received new judicial appointments under a recent law expanding judgeships statewide.
   

3. A Path to Philanthropy (coralgablesmagazine.com) — If you’ve ever wondered how neighbors are quietly funding scholarships, arts, and local causes in Coral Gables, this piece pulls back the curtain. Residents share how donor advised funds at the Coral Gables Community Foundation simplify giving, support everything from Gables High to local museums, and help families pass a tradition of philanthropy to the next generation.
   

4. Miami's Malachi Toney is ready for prime time (espn.com) — From Coral Gables, a breakout Miami Hurricanes freshman, Malachi Toney, is drawing national attention ahead of the College Football Playoff. The story traces his South Florida roots, relentless work ethic, and clutch performances that turned a painful high school fumble into fuel for a standout first college season.
   

5. FL: These Miami residents choose to live without cars. It can be a challenge (masstransitmag.com) — For Coral Gables residents, this piece highlights how nearby Miami-Dade neighbors are choosing car-free lifestyles, even investing former car expenses into a Coral Gables rental apartment. It explores the challenges and benefits of relying on buses, Metrorail, and bikes, and notes Coral Gables as one of South Florida’s more walkable pockets amid a largely car-centric region.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Coral Gables

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday January 3

• Journey of Joy: A Kids Event @ IKEA Miami
  1801 NW 117th Ave, Miami
  12:00 pm

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Other local events

Saturday December 20

• Left on Tenth
  GableStage , 1200 Anastasia Ave #230 , Coral Gables
  7:30 pm

Sunday December 21

• Man of La Mancha
  Actors' Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre , 280 Miracle Mile , Coral Gables
  3:00 pm

Monday December 22

• Elevate Your Eloquence with Toastmasters
  Virrick Park Branch -
  12:00 pm

Tuesday December 23

• Surviving Christmas (PG-13)
  Coral Gables Branch -
  5:00 pm

Wednesday December 24

• Dominoes y Cafecito
  West Flagler Branch -
  11:00 am

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🗓 Events Nearby

Saturday December 20

• Letters to Santa
  Westchester Regional -
  9:30 am
• Add Your Piece! - Weekly Community Jigsaw Puzzle
  Pinecrest Branch Library Pinecrest Branch -
  9:30 am
• Crafty Fun To-Go: Create Together!  
  Pinecrest Branch Library Pinecrest Branch -
  9:30 am
• Add Your Piece!
  Pinecrest Branch Library Pinecrest Branch -
  9:30 am
• Crafty Fun To-Go: Create Together!
  Pinecrest Branch Library Pinecrest Branch -
  9:30 am
• Scavenger Hunt Adventure
  Westchester Regional -
  9:30 am
• STEM for Curious Minds
  South Miami Branch -
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• In need of lawn/garden maintenance.
  7k sq foot lot. Mainly hedges and bedding. But a few small patches of grass. Need someone to start next week if possible. Any recommendations?? (Nextdoor Granada North)

• Athleta, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Sales Associate - Shops at Merrick Park in Coral Gables. Apply here.
• Worldwide Flight Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Ramp Clerk CDL - MIA 0475 in Miami. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Coral Gables here.

Ok Coral Gables! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I dreamed I was swimming in a pool of orange soda, but it was just a Fanta-sea.
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