Monday, June 16 - Bloomsday

Food And Wine On The Internet
Tune into WSFG online-radio from 11am to noon to hear special food and wine related guests as they join hosts Simone Diament and Carole Kotkin. http://southfloridagourmet.com/newsite/talkradio.html

Ponce Business Lunch
The Ponce Business Association meets every Monday (except holidays) for lunch at JohnMartin's Restaurant, 253 Miracle Mile, at noon. Coral Gables Mayor Dorothy Thomson will speak on: "City Hall Then and Now." Her civic service and dedication to improving our community is well known. Besides serving as a Commissioner prior to being Mayor, she has actively participated in Crime Watch, the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Coral Gables Garden Club, and many other local organizations. Lunch is $20 for members and $22 for guests. Call 305-443-7973. http://www.PonceAssociation.org

104th Bloomsday In Coral Gables
Bloomsday invokes the name of Leopold Bloom, a principal character in James Joyce's notorious novel Ulysses. On June 16, 1904, Bloom set out on a day-long odyssey of Dublin and encountered more trial and tribulations than ever affected the original Ulysses. At 5:30pm, after a Bloomsday proclamation from the Lord Mayor of Coral Gables, join us for dramatic readings from Ulysses by professionals from Actors' Playhouse at Books and Books, 265 Aragon. Following the reading, a piper and some drummers will lead the merry group (many in period costume) to John Martin's Irish Pub and Restaurant at 253 Miracle Mile for a special Bloomsday feast and live music.

Miami Memorabilia Club
Join local history fanatics and collectors at the monthly meeting of the Miami Memorabilia Club at 6:30pm at the Central Christian Church, 222 Menores Avenue.

Shakra Monday Specials:
Shakra will come to your office or home to administer Chair Massages for a special rate of $70 (this special rate applies for locations within one mile from Shakra). Visit their beautiful and serene Yoga Studio for Yoga for Lunch at all levels from 12:15 to 1pm, for Body Sculpting at all levels from 5:15 to 6:15pm to stretch and tone your lower back and abdominal area, Hatha Yoga at all levels from 6:15 to 7:30pm and for Belly Dancing at intermediate level from 7:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy their Zen-style and fully equipped locker rooms as well as class props for free. The first class for new students (Florida Residents) is always free at Shakra Relaxation Oasis, 271 Alhambra Circle. Call 305-774-1355. http://www.shakramiami.com

Martini Monday At The Biltmore Bar
The weekly Martini Monday is an event dedicated to the most chic of cocktails for the choicest of singles at the Biltmore Bar featuring half price Belvedere Vodka, Ciroc Vodka, and Smirnoff Vodka. The hotel's resident expert mixologists have developed a menu of Martinis unlike any other at the Biltmore Bar, 1200 Anastasia, starting at 6pm every Monday. Call 305-445-1926. http://www.biltmorehotel.com

Spoken Word Open Mic Night At The Grape
Stop in to your favorite wine bar at the Village Of Merrick Park for a great assortment of wines by the glass or the bottle, plus great food. Each Monday night from 8pm to close, enjoy an evening of poetry, spoken word, or whatever is on your mind. Come ready to speak up. Meet up with friends at The Grape for a great time every time. Call 305-444-WINE. http://www.yourgrape.com

Fritz And Franz Monday Specials
The Fritz And Franz Bierhaus at 60 merrick Way will once again be open every Monday with a fresh oven roasted Chicken with mixed salad plate special for $14.95. Call 305-774-0883. http://www.bierhaus.cc

Acoustic Music Showcase And Wheat Beer At JohnMartin's
John Brown hosts the weekly acoustic music showcase, and special $5 pricing on JohnMartin's Wheat Beer each Sunday evening at JohnMartin's Irish Pub, 253 Miracle Mile. Call 305-445-3777. http://www.johnmartins.com

Garth Stein: The Art of Racing in the Rain
Enzo knows he is different from other dogs: a philosopher with a nearly human soul (and an obsession with opposable thumbs), he has educated himself by watching television extensively, and by listening very closely to the words of his master, Denny Swift, an up-and-coming race car driver. Through Denny, Enzo has gained tremendous insight into the human condition, and he sees that life, like racing, isn't simply about going fast. Using the techniques needed on the race track, one can successfully navigate all of life's ordeals. Having learned what it takes to be a compassionate and successful person, the wise canine can barely wait until his next lifetime, when he is sure he will return as a man. A heart-wrenching but deeply funny and ultimately uplifting story of family, love, loyalty, and hope, The Art of Racing in the Rain (HarperCollins, $23.95) is Garth Stein's beautifully crafted and captivating look at the wonders and absurdities of human life... as only a dog could tell it. Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 8pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com

"In The Biz" Party At The Bar
Are you in the hospitality business? Come to The Bar after 9pm for an industry-only special event, featuring a Live DJ, Super-Sized Drinks, $2 Jager Shots, $3 Draft Beer, and lots of free stuff at 172 Giralda. Call 305-442-2730. http://www.gablesthebar.com