Sunday, June 1

Breakfast And Brunch At Novecento
Enjoy the outdoor patio or have breakfast indoors at Novecento, 121 Alhambra from 8am to 11:30. Brunch is served until 4pm Saturday and Sunday, with an extensive kid's menu. Call 305-557-0900. http://www.novecento.com

Sunday Brunch At The Grape
Enjoy a leisurely brunch at the Grape at the Village of Merrick Park from 11:30am to 3pm with complimentary tastes of rare wines from the four corners of the world. Call 305-444-WINE. http://www.yourgrape.com

Sunday Brunch At The Biltmore
Enjoy a stunning display of fine foods at the Biltmore 's Fountain Restaurant from 10am to 2pm as you're literally surrounded by the most elaborate spread of gourmet items in South Florida. This bountiful buffet features seafood and caviar, carved meats, made-to-order omelets, sushi, pastas, salads, tapas, quiches, artisanal cheeses, specialty dishes, a chocolate fountain and endless desserts. Enjoy live music by Juan Areco and his trio. The French champagne is flowing, the service is remarkable and the setting is perfect for entertaining guests and family members for special occasions. Reserve early; it usually sells out in advance. Call 305-913-3202. http://www.biltmorehotel.com/restaurants.asp

Theater By The Book: Mario Diament's The Book Of Ruth
The Book of Ruth depicts the life of an Argentine woman who escaped the Holocaust when young, Now in her 70's she encounters amidst her memories the ghosts of her past. Spanning the years 1920 through 1980, the play celebrates the mystery of life and the power of survival against all odds. See the play at the The Futernick Family Art Gallery of the Dave and Mary Alper Jewish Community Center on The Jay Morton-Levinthal Campus, 11155 SW 112th Avenue, presented by Rafael de Acha, Artistic Director. An 11am complimentary light brunch will be enjoyed in the company of the actors and the playwright before an 11:30am presentation of the play. http://www.rafaeldeacha.com

Historical: James Ingraham and Ingraham Highway
Barbara Poleo of Past Perfect Florida History will be the guest speaker for the Miami Pioneers and Natives Of Dade monthly meeting with a program on James Edmundson Ingraham, railroad engineer and administrator of Henry Flagler's properties in Florida. Ingraham Highway, the coastal road that connected Miami with Royal Palm Park and Flamingo in the Everglades (now known as Old Cutler Road) was named for him. "Florida's Renaissance Man: James Edmundson Ingraham" will be the title of this presentation, covering his career in Florida from 1874 until his death in 1924. The program will focus on his activities and connections to Dade County (including the Ingraham Highway). This period of time saw a "rebirth" of Florida following the Civil War and the efforts to develop Florida's resources. Mr. Ingraham had a vision of our state's potential based on first-hand experiences and positioned himself at the forefront of the movement southward. The presentation will include some rare photographs from his own collection. The monthly meeting of the MP/NOD group takes place at 2pm at Central Christian Church, 222 Menores Avenue. Call 305-443-7973. http://www.miamipioneers.org

Miami City Ballet Dancers: Let's Dance
Deanna Seay, principal dancer and dancers from the Miami City Ballet present a children's hour devoted to ballet at Maurice Gusman Concert Hall, Phillip and Patricia Frost School of Music, University of Miami, 1314 Miller Drive at 3pm. The young audience will be guided through the journey of preparing a ballet, rehearsing and finally the polished performance.. a very special afternoon of beautiful dancers, beautiful music, beautiful costumes and more. Deanna and her friends teach firsthand the challenge of the basic steps and partnering. A not-to-be-missed afternoon, so be sure to bring along your dancing shoes. Call 305-271-7150. http://www.sundaymusicals.org/forchildren.htm

Morton's, The Steakhouse Opens
After months of preparation, Morton's, The Steakhouse will open for dinner on the corner of Miracle Mile and Ponce. They plan to begin lunch service on Thursday, June 5. You can make your reservation by phone or online. Call 305-442-1662. http://www.mortons.com

Free Sunday Tours Of The Biltmore Hotel
The Biltmore Docents, members of Dade Heritage Trust, offer a free walking tour of the Historic Biltmore Hotel each Sunday at 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30pm, starting in the upstairs lobby by the front desk. When available, they take you to the 13th floor where the murder took place that created the ghost of the Biltmore. These 55 minute tours are free. Call the hotel at 305-445-1926. http://www.biltmorehotel.com

Sunday Special At The Bierhaus
It's sports time in the Bierhaus and the dinner special is Jaegerschnitzel with Spaetzle at Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way. Call 305-774-1883. http://www.bierhaus.cc

Karaoke Night At Titanic
Grab the microphone and sing your favorite songs Sunday evening at Karaoke Night at Titanic, hosted by Boogie Man George with the largest songbook in Miami. Karaoke starts at 9pm at Titanic Brew Pub, 5813 Ponce. Call 305-667-ALES. http://www.TitanicBrewery.com