Here are just some of the Arte attractions in coming months. For details on all events in the festival, go to artefestival.org.
MISCELLANEOUS
ARTE 2007 on the Riverwalk Free celebration includes cooking demonstration by Food Network celebrity chef Ingrid Hoffmann (11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.); the tropical-crossed-with-hip-hop sounds of Miami performer Javier Garcia (1-3 p.m.); children's marionette show (12:30 p.m.) and craft workshop (1 p.m.); salsa lessons (12:30 p.m.) and more. Riverwalk area at Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Nov. 3, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., tbpac.org.
2007 National District Export Council Conference "The Great Debate: The Future of U.S. Trade" is the theme of this conference, which will feature debates and lectures intended to provide insight into the complexities of conducting business throughout the world in a period of uncertainty. Registration required. Nov. 7-9, decconference.com.
Conga Caliente Fourth annual celebration featuring music, art, children's activites, domino tournaments, food and drink, and more. Acts include performers from Cuba, Colombia and Puerto Rico. Al Lopez Park, Nov. 11, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. For information, contact Maritza Astorquiza, Coda Sound, 813-353-8151, codasoundusa.com.
Wine & Song X The latest in the Dalí Museum's Poetry and Wine Tasting Series promoting an appreciation of Spanish culture. Prepaid admission required, seating limited. Nov. 13, 6-8 p.m. salvadordalimuseum.org/events/calendar.html, scroll to November 13, or call 866-440-7880.
Cigar Heritage Festival A day of activities celebrating the rich cigar heritage that once made Ybor City the "Cigar Capital of the World." Centennial Park Ybor City, Nov 17, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., cigarheritagefestival.com.
VISUAL ART
Kaleidoscope: "Heritage of Color" The dedication of a mural by Guillermo Portieles and Edgar Sanchez Cumbas, commissioned by City of Tampa Public Art. Hugh MacFarlane Park, MacDill Avenue and Spruce Street, official unveiling with Mayor Pam Iorio Nov 5., 2 p.m., tampagov.net/artprograms.
Una Nueva Cornucopia A mouth-watering display of work by Spanish-speaking artists on the role of food in the craft, art and culture of the Spanish community. Florida Craftsmen Gallery, through Nov. 9. Thanksgiving Con Sabor reception with Hispanic food by De Santo Latin American Bistro, Nov. 8, 6-9 p.m., floridacraftsmen.net.
Photos of Cuba Photography by Clyde Butcher, Maria Martinez-Canas and David Audet. Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, through Nov. 10, free family day Nov. 3, fmopa.org.
Identity in Process A collaborative of 16 contemporary artists aligned behind the universal concept of identity, challenging conceptions of Latin America. Gallery Flight 19, Oct. 26-Nov. 17, reception Nov. 9.
Dr. Ferdie Pacheco: Scenes from Tampa A series of paintings by the noted local author, sports commentator, doctor and artist, on display for the evening. West Tampa Library, Nov. 8, 6:30-8 p.m.
Fiesta de Arte Featuring artists from Arte Latino de Tampa, plus live music by Somos Musica, complimentary light hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. Art After Dark with Starbucks at the Tampa Museum of Art, Nov. 16, 8 – 11 p.m.
The Work of Luis Jimenez Informed by a Chicano aesthetic and sensibility, Jimenez' graphic works and fiberglass sculptures are described as "brash, dynamic, flashy, and sensual." The Arts Center, through Nov. 18, theartscenter.org.
The Works of Maria Chiriboga Master artist of polychrome religious icons from Quito, Ecuador, unveils techniques used to continue the centuries-old tradition of devotional art. Ybor Campus Art Gallery, Hillsborough Community College, Nov. 8-Dec. 8, hccfl.edu.
Homing Devices A group exhibition that considers the way contemporary Latin American and Caribbean sculptors — who may live and work anywhere in the world — approach the idea of home. USF Contemporary Art Museum, through Dec. 15, arts.usf.edu.
Frida Kahlo: Images of an Icon Photographic portraits of the Mexican artist Frida Kahlo taken throughout her life, beginning with childhood and ending with an image of Kahlo on her deathbed. Tampa Museum of Art, through Dec. 16, tampamuseum.com.
Latino Voices from the Permanent Collection A survey exhibition reflecting the cultural heritages of residents who make up part of Tampa's ethnic mix. Tampa Museum of Art, through Dec. 16, tampamuseum.com.
Claudia Scalise: Petit Fours Small-scale paintings by a Miami-based artist whose work evokes the Mexican milagros tradition. Bleu Acier, Nov. 9-Dec. 22; Opening reception & dance performance/Elsa Valbuena, Nov. 9, 6-10 p.m., 813-272-9746.
Poetry of the Commonplace: A Selection of Latin American Photographs An exhibit highlighting the museum's burgeoning collection of work by Latin American photographers. Museum of Fine Arts St. Petersburg, through Jan. 6, fine-arts.org.
Frida Kahlo: Through the Lens of Nickolas Muray Photos of Kahlo by her lover, photographer Nickolas Muray. Gulf Coast Museum of Art, through Jan 26, gulfcoastmuseum.org.
MUSIC
The Latin Side of Jazz Puerto Rican conga master Giovanni Hidalgo, plus trombonist Conrad Herwig and drummer Robbie Ameen, known for his unique Afro-Cuban style. The Palladium Theater at St. Petersburg College, Friday, Nov. 3, 7:30 p.m. mypalladium.org.
To My Native City A recital of Latin American and Spanish art songs performed in Spanish, Portuguese, Quechua and Catalan by Colombian soprano Patricia Caicedo and pianist Pau Casan. University of South Florida/College of Visual & Performing Arts, FAH 101, Nov. 11, 4 p.m. Call 813-974-2323 for tickets.
Caetano Veloso Grammy-winning Brazilian singer/songwriter incorporates elements of rock, reggae, fado, tango, samba canao, baiao and rap. Ferguson Hall, Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Nov. 23, 8 p.m., tbpac.org.
FILM
Erendira A blend of black comedy, eroticism and mysticism adapted Ruy Guerra from a novel by Gabriel García Márquez. Salvador Dalí Museum, Dalí & Beyond Film Series, Nov. 1, 6 p.m., salvadordalimuseum.org.
Madeinusa Modern-day urban values mix and clash with small-town life in Claudia Llosa's debut feature about a city stranger's encounter with an innocent beauty living in an isolated village. Presented in partnership with The Ybor Festival of the Moving Image. Tampa Theatre, Nov. 6, 7:30 p.m., yborfilmfestival.com or tampatheatre.org.
Blame it on Fidel Film by Julie Gavras, daughter of left-wing political filmmaker Costa-Gavras, chronicles the upheavals in the life of a Spanish-French family as they become active in revolutionary changes both in Latin America and Europe. Miller Auditorium, Eckerd College, Nov. 9, 7 p.m., eckerd.edu/film/international, or call 727-864-7979.
THEATER/DANCE
Frida: I Will Never Forget You Original drama by actor and playwright Nan Colton. Gulf Coast Museum of Art, Nov. 11, 2-3 p.m., gulfcoastmuseum.org.
Ballet Folklorico de Mexico Mexican folk dances, featuring extravagant costumes and exuberant music. Ruth Eckerd Hall, Nov. 9, 8 p.m., rutheckerdhall.com.
This article appears in Oct 31 – Nov 6, 2007.