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Hello again Coral Gables! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What did Coral Gables commissioners decide on Crystal Residence and city manager?
  • Biltmore employee accused after thousands in food vanish from Coral Gables hotel
  • See how John Martin's transforms into Coral Gables' monthlong Halloween Bar.

Also on today's calendar: The Wild Tasting | Miami and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 89 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Couple of thunderstorms, temps: high: 87, low: 76.
  • Friday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 90 and low of 79 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Talk of the Town: October 2026 (coralgablesmagazine.com) — Coral Gables leaders just approved the long-debated Crystal Residence project, securing a 99-year rent-free home and new playground for Crystal Academy while adding 184 apartments near downtown. In the same roundup, you'll find updates on Bacardi's new Plaza Coral Gables offices, a pending city manager change, major arts accolades, and a notable burglary arrest tied to a local couple's home.
   

2. Hotel employee accused of swiping $7,800 worth of food from Biltmore (local10.com) — Coral Gables residents may notice extra attention around the Biltmore Hotel after police arrested an employee accused of stealing more than $7,800 in food, including hundreds of lobster tails and other items. Investigators say inventory logs and surveillance video pointed to the worker, who resigned before termination and is now being held on an immigration-related hold.
   

3. Spooky season comes to SoFlo with wands and witches at The Wharf and haunted cocktails at John Martin's (wsvn.com) — John Martin's Irish Pub on Miracle Mile in Coral Gables is turning into a full-on "Halloween Bar" all month, with themed rooms and spooky cocktails available through October 31. While Fort Lauderdale's Wharf hosts a Harry Potter–inspired weekend, Coral Gables residents can enjoy eerie décor, costumes, and seasonal drinks without leaving the neighborhood.
   

4. Miami Beach Fire Department to Host 39th Annual Children's Fire Safety Festival (communitynewspapers.com) — Coral Gables Fire Rescue will join other Miami-Dade agencies at the 39th Annual Children's Fire Safety Festival in Miami Beach from Oct. 13–15. Local first- through third-graders can learn hands-on skills like Stop, Drop and Roll, home fire prevention, and how to call 911, giving Coral Gables families a timely chance to reinforce safety lessons with their kids.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Looking for a dog sitter for the weekend!
    (october 10-13) I'm looking for someone patient and comfortable with dogs to watch my foster dog Tommy while I'm away. He's a very loving, sweet boy… (Nextdoor Industrial Section)
  • Is this your dog?
    It was running on South Alhambra Circle around Maynada, heading towards Granada. I tried to approach it a few times, but it was very skittish. (Nextdoor Riviera)
  • SP Plus posted a job opening for Cashier/Dispatcher - The Ritz Carlton - Key Biscayne in Key Biscayne. Apply here.
  • SP Plus Corporation posted a job opening for Assistant Manager, Valet Operations 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: "What do you call a paper airplane that can't fly?" — Stationary (Thank you David H. for sending it in!)
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