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Climate of Art: Modeling the Reef (Part 1)

2024-07-10 11:00:00 2024-07-10 12:30:00 America/New_York Climate of Art: Modeling the Reef (Part 1) Meet Artist Beatriz Chachamovits and learn about Miami's underwater ecosystems through an interactive marine ecology lesson, followed by a coral sculpting workshop on how to craft your own ceramic coral sculptures. Your creations will be featured at the Climate of Art exhibition on August 24th, 2024, at the Miami Beach Regional Library. Crafting supplies will be provided. Contact (786) 584-4106 or cortesd@mdpls.org for details. Open to ages 8+. North Central Branch -

Wednesday, July 10
11:00am - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-10 11:00:00 2024-07-10 12:30:00 America/New_York Climate of Art: Modeling the Reef (Part 1) Meet Artist Beatriz Chachamovits and learn about Miami's underwater ecosystems through an interactive marine ecology lesson, followed by a coral sculpting workshop on how to craft your own ceramic coral sculptures. Your creations will be featured at the Climate of Art exhibition on August 24th, 2024, at the Miami Beach Regional Library. Crafting supplies will be provided. Contact (786) 584-4106 or cortesd@mdpls.org for details. Open to ages 8+. North Central Branch -

Meet Artist Beatriz Chachamovits and learn about Miami's underwater ecosystems through an interactive marine ecology lesson, followed by a coral sculpting workshop on how to craft your own ceramic coral sculptures. Your creations will be featured at the Climate of Art exhibition on August 24th, 2024, at the Miami Beach Regional Library. Crafting supplies will be provided. Contact (786) 584-4106 or cortesd@mdpls.org for details. Open to ages 8+.

This program was made possible through the James L. Knight Foundation and Miami-Dade Cultural Affairs division in connection with the Vasari Project archive and to support the Miami Art Timeline project. 

Modeling the Reef is an interdisciplinary public education and art project designed by Beatriz Chachamovits to provide access to and awareness of ecological, social, and craft knowledge to students from all ages. The project consists of two phases with distinct learning and material outcomes. Participants will first discover Miami's underwater ecosystems through an interactive marine ecology lesson followed by a coral sculpting workshop led by Beatriz on how to craft their own ceramic coral sculptures.

About the Artist:

Beatriz Chachamovits is an environmental artist and educator from São Paulo, Brazil living and working in Miami, Florida. 

Her work renders tangible the decline of the coral reef ecosystems, and the role played by humans in it. Her intention is to share the majestic beauty of at-risk marine ecologies as well as the appalling rate of their destruction. She works with ceramic sculptures and drawings to highlight the unique shape, form, and texture that exists in the underwater world. She is the author and illustrator of the book The little handbook of marine fishes and other aquatic marvels (Pequeno manual de peixe marinhos e outras maravilhas aquáticas), published by Companhia das Letrinhas in São Paulo, Brazil in 2018. 

About the Vasari Project:

The Vasari Project is a library collection dedicated to documenting, collecting, and preserving Miami-Dade County's art history from 1945 to the present. It is a living archive that grows through contributions from artists, art professionals, exhibition spaces, galleries, institutions, and private donors.

The Vasari Project is a resource for ongoing research, scholarship, publications, artists' projects, exhibitions, and events. The archive collects documentation rather than original works of art composed primarily of printed matter: correspondence, press clippings, photographs, posters, books, exhibition catalogs, artists' files, oral histories, and other ephemeral materials.

About the Division of Special Collections & Archives: 
Miami-Dade Public Library System's Division of Special Collections & Archives holds rare and irreplaceable historical materials for the benefit of the public and scholarly community. They oversee the Helen Muir Florida Collection, 16mm Film Collection, Cuban Collection of Rare Books & Ephemera, Genealogy Collection, Vasari Project archive, and Rare & Antiquarian books from as early as the 17th century. The Division aims to provide the public with the contents of these collections at their request, which include books, original manuscripts, over 18,000 photographs, prints, artifacts, audiovisual resources, and electronic media.

North Central Branch

customercare@mdpls.org
Phone: 305-693-4541
Branch manager
Sylvia Brown

Hours
We're closed Thursday July 04
Mon, Jul 01 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 02 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 03 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 04 Closed
Fri, Jul 05 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jul 06 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Jul 07 Closed

Branch manager
Sylvia Brown
Address
9590 Northwest 27th Avenue
Miami, FL 33147
Tel: 305-693-4541

Upcoming events

Fri, Jul 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Sat, Jul 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Tue, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Get ready for some excitement! Demonstrate your abilities in some friendly competition featuring video games, board games and more. We provide the games, you bring the skills. For more information, contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Wed, Jul 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meet Artist Beatriz Chachamovits and learn about Miami's underwater ecosystems through an interactive marine ecology lesson, followed by a coral sculpting workshop on how to craft your own ceramic coral sculptures. Your creations will be featured at the Climate of Art exhibition on August 24th, 2024, at the Miami Beach Regional Library. Crafting supplies will be provided. Contact (786) 584-4106 or cortesd@mdpls.org for details. Open to ages 8+.

Thu, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meet Artist Beatriz Chachamovits and learn about Miami's underwater ecosystems through an interactive marine ecology lesson, followed by a coral sculpting workshop on how to craft your own ceramic coral sculptures. Your creations will be featured at the Climate of Art exhibition on August 24th, 2024, at the Miami Beach Regional Library. Crafting supplies will be provided. Contact (786) 584-4106 or cortesd@mdpls.org for details. Open to ages 8+.

Thu, Jul 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Make incredible art using just colors and your imagination! Splash colors on your canvas to create swirling patterns, bold lines, and shapes that look like animals or your favorite things. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.

Fri, Jul 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fri, Jul 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get moving with a workout designed for seniors that blends the heart-pumping rhythms of Zumba with the fluid movements of Tai Chi, offering a joyful and holistic approach to staying active. Brought to you by the Conviva Medical Center. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs. +

Sat, Jul 13, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Tue, Jul 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join our music circle to unleash your creativity, share ideas, bridge the generational gap and learn about different cultures through music. Try your hand at the musical instruments provided or bring your own to use. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Jul 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Sat, Jul 20, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Tue, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Get ready for some excitement! Demonstrate your abilities in some friendly competition featuring video games, board games and more. We provide the games, you bring the skills. For more information, contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Wed, Jul 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Cool down for the summer by making ice cream! Learn the science behind how ice cream is made, put together a yummy looking craft, and enjoy your delicious creation. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Thu, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for an interactive and high-energy show featuring Australian music, culture, comedy, character building, and storytelling! Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

Thu, Jul 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us for soothing stories, songs and finger plays for babies and their caregivers. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 0 - 18 mos.

Fri, Jul 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fri, Jul 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ditch the grease and learn how to make delicious dinners in your air fryer such as rotisserie chicken, cornbread and mac 'n' cheese. Materials and samples included. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Sat, Jul 27, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Mon, Jul 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Central Virtual Programs Room
Join us online for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Tue, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join our music circle to unleash your creativity, share ideas, bridge the generational gap and learn about different cultures through music. Try your hand at the musical instruments provided or bring your own to use. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Aug 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Sat, Aug 03, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Tue, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Get ready for some excitement! Demonstrate your abilities in some friendly competition featuring video games, board games and more. We provide the games, you bring the skills. For more information, contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Wed, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Join us to make a simple kite - just color, fold and fly! Presented by the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 5 - 12 yrs.

Thu, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Make incredible art using just colors and your imagination! Splash colors on your canvas to create swirling patterns, bold lines, and shapes that look like animals or your favorite things. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 8 - 18 yrs.

Fri, Aug 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fri, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get moving with a workout designed for seniors that blends the heart-pumping rhythms of Zumba with the fluid movements of Tai Chi, offering a joyful and holistic approach to staying active. Brought to you by the Conviva Medical Center. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs. +

Sat, Aug 10, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.

Mon, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Central Virtual Programs Room
Join us online for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Tue, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join our music circle to unleash your creativity, share ideas, bridge the generational gap and learn about different cultures through music. Try your hand at the musical instruments provided or bring your own to use. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Aug 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Tue, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Get ready for some excitement! Demonstrate your abilities in some friendly competition featuring video games, board games and more. We provide the games, you bring the skills. For more information, contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 6 yrs.+

Fri, Aug 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Fri, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Get moving with a workout designed for seniors that blends the heart-pumping rhythms of Zumba with the fluid movements of Tai Chi, offering a joyful and holistic approach to staying active. Brought to you by the Conviva Medical Center. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 55 yrs. +

Mon, Aug 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Central Virtual Programs Room
Join us online for stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 18 mos. - 3 yrs.

Tue, Aug 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Join our music circle to unleash your creativity, share ideas, bridge the generational gap and learn about different cultures through music. Try your hand at the musical instruments provided or bring your own to use. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. All ages.

Fri, Aug 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Learn how to use computers, tablets and the internet through fun, guided activities. Develop essential skills to create emails, use social media, safely access social services online and more. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-693-4541 or browns@mdpls.org. Ages 19 yrs.+

Sat, Aug 31, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Certified teachers meet with small groups of students in one-hour sessions to provide homework help and tutoring in reading, math, and science. Students are encouraged to bring homework material or school assignments for assistance in specific subject areas. This free service is available to all students in grades K-12. For more information, contact tutoring@mdpls.org, call 305-375-1413, or visit www.mdpls.org/tutor. Funded in part by The Children's Trust.