Tuesday, January 15, 2008

Arts

CSV Cultural Center Announces
Luis R. Cancel to head San Francisco Arts Commission

The Mayor of San Francisco, Gavin Newsom, announced yesterday his appointment of Luis R. Cancel as the head of the Dept. of Cultural Affairs for that city.

"A large part of what makes San Francisco such a coveted place to live and visit is its position as a world class arts and culture destination," said Mayor Newsom. "Luis Cancel has done amazing work in New York, both inside and outside of government, to promote the value of the arts in everyday life, and he's going to do amazing work here in San Francisco."

"I'm thrilled we were able to entice Luis to come to San Francisco. He's a serious artist, an experienced public servant, a committed advocate and an innovative arts administrator," said PJ Johnston, President of the Arts Commission. "In every way, Luis is the consummate arts professional and a dynamic leader."

In 2005 Cancel was appointed Executive Director of the Clemente Soto VĂ©lez Cultural Center and quickly negotiated a new governance structure with the City of New York, the Center's landlord. He went on to secure $14 million in capital renovation funds from the City as well as over $350,000 in operating support for the Center.

"Our Board is very proud of Luis' tenure at CSV," said Ninfa Segarra, Co-Chair of the CSV Cultural Center Board. "We are grateful for the leadership he provided over the past two-and-a-half years and he leaves behind a fabulous legacy."

"I am very excited to join Mayor Newsom's team, and I share his vision to use the rich cultural resources of San Francisco to expand tourism and economic development for the City," Cancel said. "This city has been a magnet for the creative class -- the painters, dancers, musicians and creators of culture -- and I hope to work closely with the Mayor to promote policies to ensure that this group can continue to live and work in the City."

Cancel will begin his duties at the San Francisco Arts Commission later this month, after relocating with his wife, the Brazilian contemporary dance choreographer, Regina Miranda.

The CSV Cultural Center has launched a search for a new Executive Director for the Center. The City funded capital renovations to the five-story building are expected to take two years and the Center's activities, will continue without interruption.

Founded in 1993, the CSV Cultural Center is the largest arts incubator in New York City and houses 53 visual artists in working studios, 16 performing arts groups, four theaters and two galleries in its City-owned building.

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source: press release from CSV Cultural Center

Friday, January 11, 2008

In the Mailbox

Show Your Support for Public Access in the Bronx

On January 17, the City of New York will hold a public hearing to discuss upcoming cable franchise renewal in the Bronx.

BronxNet is the public access TV station and media center, serving the borough's residents, students and public service organizations.

Support BronxNet and community development through media.

When: 3-7 p.m. January 17, Hostos Community College -- Repertory Theater, The East Academic Complex Building, 450 Grand Concourse, Bronx

For more info, call (718) 960-1181.

Subpoenas' Rally


Rally
Originally uploaded by prsuncom


photo by Ismael Nunez
Rally against Grand Jury of Puerto Rican Independence Activists

Here's a link to a recent Daily News column by Juan Gonzalez on the issue:
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/ny_crime/2008/01/09/2008-01-09_fbi_on_fishy_fishing_expedition.html
FOOD NETWORK TO FILM PRIME TIME SHOW AT FB LOUNGE!
AUDIENCE NEEDED!

TUESDAY, JANUARY 15, Sign-in at 12:30pm

FB LOUNGE, NYC
172 East 106th St. (bet 3rd and Lex)

Come be a part of a live television audience, as the FB Lounge (in NYC's El Barrio) hosts Food Network for a program featuring restaurateur Jorge Ayala of La Fonda Boricua.

Food Network is filming Jorge and for a new TV series

Please join Latin food fans, and chicken and rice lovers for this one-of-a-kind event.

RSVP: vanessa@orderup.tv

Sunset in Old San Juan


Sunset in Old San Juan
Originally uploaded by vergentino.

Monday, January 07, 2008

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IMG_5629
Originally uploaded by clarisel.
Luis Cordero, owner and co-founder of Cemi Underground, and moi at the January 4 opening reception of the Un Caribe en NY photo exhibit, a group show.

Exhibit runs thru January 18. For more info. visit www.cemiunderground.com or www.flickr.com/groups/uncaribeenny

P.S. You are invited to a closing reception from 6 to 8 p.m. January 17 at Cemi Underground.

Sunday, January 06, 2008

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Originally uploaded by clarisel.
Feliz Dia de Reyes. Happy Three Kings Day.

Photo depicts a Three Kings display at Cemi Underground in NYC's El Barrio. For more info., go to www.cemiunderground.com.

Friday, January 04, 2008

Un Caribe en NY Photo Exhibit


Un Caribe en NY Photo Exhibit
Originally uploaded by clarisel.
Post Updated on Jan.5: Thanks to everyone who came out to the opening reception last night.

We appreciate your support. For those who couldn't make it, the exhibit runs until January 18.

Just in: Cemi Underground will be having a closing party for our exhibit on January 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. Eliud Martinez, one of the photographers featuring, is planning to provide us with music for the night.

Boricuas represent.

Clarisel