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Welcome to another edition of art loft! Kalyn James hosts this episode among notable large-scale works of contemporary art at the Lowe Art Museum. In this episode of art loft we speak to Salman Rushdie, the world-renowned novelist; we visit with Pedro Zepeda as he shares his passion for craftsmanship and Seminole traditions; we chat with Brandi Reddick from Miami-Dade County’s Art in Public Places initiative; Gean Moreno and Chris Cook outline the mission of their unique arts-organization, Cannonball; and artist Kubiat Nnamdie walks us through his exhibition at Swampspace.

This is a recap of our KidVision Webinar with Ms. Penny from February 2nd 2016. Find out about how to navigate www.kidvisionvpk.org and other uses for your KidVision VPK membership! If you'd like to sign up for our next webinar please e-mail us at info@kidvisionvpk.org

Earlier this week, Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos Gimenez proposed his 2016 budget for approval to commissioners. The Mayor’s $6.8 billion plan includes increased funding for libraries, parks and roads, amongst others, thanks to property values that are bringing in more dollars to the county. However, there is some discussion that a mileage rollback may be on the table. The mayor joins Helen to discuss this and more.

Guest:
Mayor Carlos Gimenez, Miami-Dade County

We ring in the New Year with a bang! Join us as we sample the delights of a food and wine festival, learn about an organization supporting artists, watch a building transform into an art gallery, and more. Kalyn James hosts from the Patricia and Phillip Frost Art Museum at Florida International University.

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Check out the trailer for the second episode of season 7 of Changing Seas.

Alzheimer’s: A Generation’s Epidemic
Aging baby boomers are adding to the growth of Alzheimer’s cases – an estimated 300% increase nationwide by 2050 and a 21% increase in the next five years in Florida alone. What are state and local policy makers doing to strengthen Florida’s commitment to end this devastating disease and related dementias? What are they doing to improve care and research and ultimately remove the stigma associated with Alzheimer’s disease?

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Salsa! The Dance Sensation, narrated by legendary salsa singer and song writer Willy Chirino, uncovers the compelling stories behind this cultural phenomenon, and features top performances from the Miami Salsa Congress, regulars on the dance floor, and students at salsa schools.

In South Florida, this Latin-flavored dance, infused with Caribbean and African roots, is performed with distinct passion and artistry. From nightclubs to performance halls, the dance that began as a folk tradition has exploded into the mainstream.

Rene Gueits, founder of Salsa Lovers in Miami, is known as “the father of casino style salsa.” He founded Miami Salsa Congress in August 2002, one of the largest festivals of its kind in the United States and one of the top five salsa congresses in the world. Gueits refers to salsa as “the social media of dance,” connecting people of all ages.

Today, an array of stories, histories, and traditions are recounted on dance floors across the region. From Casino-style to Puerto Rican, and Dominican to LA Salsa, the varied styles of the dance help delineate cultural identities, while also creating connections and friendships.