Wednesday, June 11

Shakra Wednesday Specials:
Unwind at the Westin Colonnade's lobby from 5 to 7pm with complimentary Chair Massages and Table Tai stretches at 180 Aragon. Visit Shakra's beautiful and serene Yoga Studio for Yoga for Lunch at all levels from 12:15 to 1pm, for Pilates at all levels from 5:15 to 6:15pm to stretch and tone your lower back and abdominal area, Basic Yoga at beginners level from 6:15 to 7:30pm and Belly Dancing at beginners level from 7:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy their Zen 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

Seniors: Dancercise Classes
Enjoy aerobic routine while combining dancing in the 60 minute Dancercise class each Wednesday morning at 10am in the Adult Activity Center located at University Baptist Church, 624 Anastasia Avenue. Instructed by senior volunteer Belkis Frangente, the class features stretching, light aerobics and easy to follow dancing movements with music from across the globe. Senior residents pay $4 per month and non-residents $5 per month. Call 305-460-5500.

Seniors: Let's Do Lunch
Join fellow seniors for an enjoyable afternoon with a delicious catered lunch on Wednesdays. Let's Do Lunch will be held at the Chapel at University Baptist Church, the home of the Adult Activity Center, 624 Anastasia Avenue. Menus are available by calling the Recreation Specialist for Senior Services Anastasia Smith. The fee for residents and non-residents is only $5 per meal. Please register for lunch every Monday or pay for the entire month by calling 305-460-5609.

Coral Gables Museum Preview Exhibit
Curated by historian Arva Moore Parks, the Coral Gables Museum Preview Exhibit showcases early Coral Gables, the Merrick Family and the incredible vision of Coral Gables founder and developer George Merrick, every Wednesday and Sunday from 1 to 4pm at Old Spanish Village, 2901 Ponce. Filled with never before seen early Gables photos and memorabilia, the exhibit provides a glimpse into what might be included in the future Coral Gables Museum. Call 305-910-3996,

Seniors: Social Hour Afternoon
Spend Wednesday afternoons at the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center for Social Hour. Meet at the Chapel of University Baptist Church, 624 Anastasia Avenue, from 1:30 to 2:30pm to catch up with your friends, play a few games or just relax.

Free Drinks At Uva Happy Hour
UVA Restaurant and Lounge at 2626 Ponce presents free well drinks and half price premium drinks from 5 to 7pm on Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Call 305-476-8111.

Kids: Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts
The Pack 7 Cub Scouts meet every Wednesday at 7pm at the George Merrick scout house at 1107 South Greenway Drive. Boys of elementary school age are welcome. Also, the George Merrick Troop 7 Boy Scouts meet there at 7:30pm each Wednesday evening for boys ages 11 to 17. The troop now celebrates 86 years of community service. In addition, Girl Scouts of Troop 7 meet on Fridays. Call Robin at 305-443-7973. http://www.pack7.org or http://www.troop7.org

What's Hip Wednesday At The Biltmore
Don't miss What's Hip Wednesday, a weekly happy hour event at the BIltmore Lounge featuring half-price cocktails and complimentary hors d'oeuvres from 7 to 9pm, as well as entertainment and hip fashions from Neiman Marcus Coral Gables. The evening is hosted by "Trend Tracker" Tara Gilani. Call 305-445-1926. http://www.biltmorehotel.com

Wine Specials 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 to round out the experience. It's only $15 for three preselected white or red wines. Meet up with friends at The Grape for a great time every time. Call 305-444-WINE. http://www.yourgrape.com

First Course Book Club
Enjoy a series of ready-made book club evenings at The Cafe at Books and Books each Wednesday evening featuring great literature, lively conversation, fine wine and tasty appetizers in one convenient package. Your $40 also includes the paperback selection for the weekly meeting and a professional book-club facilitator to guide the discussion at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 7pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com

Wednesday Special At The Bierhaus
Enjoy Harald's Crisp roasted Pork shanks with choice of two sides at Fritz and Franz Bierhaus, 60 Merrick Way. Listen to the sounds of local legend Piano Bob Wilder and his New Orleans style boogie. Call 305-774-1883. http://www.bierhaus.cc

Debbie Macomber: Twenty Wishes
Anne Marie Roche wants to find happiness again. At thirty-eight, her life's not what she'd expected. She's childless, a recent widow, alone. She owns a successful bookstore on Seattle's Blossom Street, but despite her accomplishments, there's a feeling of emptiness. On Valentine's Day, Anne Marie and several other widows get together and begin a list of twenty wishes, things they always wanted to do but never did. Anne Marie's list starts with: Find one good thing about life. She begins to act on her wishes, and when she volunteers at a local school, an eight-year-old girl named Ellen enters her life. As Ellen helps Anne Marie complete her list of twenty wishes, they both learn that wishes can come true, but not necessarily in the way you expect. Gifted storyteller Debbie Macomber (who started out as a young, dyslexic mother of four writing in her kitchen on a rented typewriter) reads from Twenty Wishes (Mira, $24.95) this evening. Meet the author at Books And Books, 265 Aragon at 8pm. Call 305-442-4408. http://www.booksandbooks.com

Blues Jam At Titanic
Wednesday is Blues Jam night at Titanic, hosted by Chris Cosner and his band, starting at 9pm. Titanic Brew Pub is located at 5813 Ponce. Call 305-667-ALES. http://www.TitanicBrewery.com

Shot Night At The Bar
It's Shot Night every Wednesday at The Bar with $2 shots of Cuervo and Jager all night. Enjoy their selection of 48 bottled beers, 10 great brews on tap and the best comfort food at The Bar, 172 Giralda. Call 305-442-2730. http://www.gablesthebar.com