Week of August 6, 2009
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SPECIAL EVENTS Thursday 8/6 SHOWING OFFLegalArt hosts Miami-Dade County's Art in Public Places' artist and communications Manager Brandi Reddick who will discuss the program's highlights, the "Call to Artists" process and an overview of upcoming opportunities for artists, including the new Miami Marlins Stadium. The project could generate up to $5.5 million in public art commissions. Ms. Reddick's presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer session. 4-6 p.m. Gallery Diet, 147 NW 23rd St., Miami. Details: Kathleen@legalartmiami.com. GETTING READY The Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce's Advocacy Council hosts a hurricane preparedness meeting that will include representatives of the Red Cross and the City of Miami Beach. 8:30-10 a.m. Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce, 1920 Meridian Ave., Miami Beach. Details: www.miamibeachchamber.com. Friday 8/7 GABLES GALLERIESThe Latin Builders Association hosts an evening networker titled "Gallery Night in the Gables" featuring the work of local artist George Rodez. 5-7 p.m. 4110 Laguna St., Coral Gables. Details: www.lbaorg.com. Saturday 8/8 BLAST FROM THE PASTThe Historical Museum of Southern Florida hosts "Hurricane History 101." The event will look at how hurricanes have affected life throughout South Florida and how to prepare for, track and rate the intensity of future storms. Noon-4 p.m. Historical Museum of Southern Florida, 101 W Flagler St., Miami. Details: (305) 375-1492 or www.hmsf.org.
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