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Shelly Berg

May 21, 2026 Staff

After 19 years as dean of the Frost School of Music at the University of Miami, Shelly Berg is stepping down. The acclaimed jazz pianist and educator reflects on his career, the school’s growth, and what comes next.

Community People

Sheila Vicens

May 21, 2026 Staff

After launching her fashion label at age 50, Sheila Vicens has taken her designs from Coral Gables to runways in New York, Miami, Los Angeles, and Paris. Her couture creations, crafted from repurposed vintage textiles, have also appeared in Vogue and Vanity Fair.

Community People

Matthew Bartel

May 21, 2026 Staff

Matthew Bartel, a Coral Gables native and Gulliver Prep student, is the founder of Our World of Hope and the current Florida Youth Poet Laureate. Through writing and community service, he is helping support children affected by conflict around the world.

Community Don's Rambles

Meandering Around Town # 32: The Carnaval

April 29, 2026 Don Slesnick

Don Slesnick explores the history and impact of Carnaval on the Mile and the Kiwanis Club’s lasting ties to Coral Gables.

Community The Seen

Gala in the Garden

April 27, 2026 Staff

Gala in the Garden once again stood as one of the philanthropic season’s most coveted and impeccably attended events. Presented

Community Don's Rambles

Meandering Around Town # 31: At the Museum

March 31, 2026 Don Slesnick

The Coral Gables Museum’s annual gala brought together civic leaders and residents to celebrate legacy, honor community figures, and support its future.

Community People

Viviana Samudio

March 10, 2026 Kylie Wang

Coral Gables resident Viviana Samudio founded Collections by Vivi to bring handmade purses, jewelry, and accessories from Colombian artisans to South Florida markets.

Community People

Etienne Charles

March 10, 2026 JP Faber

Trinidad born musician Etienne Charles is a jazz composer, trumpet player, and Frost School professor known for blending Caribbean and jazz traditions.