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Jen Karetnick
Arts & Culture Insider 2008-2009
This MFA poet has written for The Miami Herald and Ocean Drive. Author of Random House's Around Miami with Kids, Jen lives in Miami Shores on a historic mango plantation with her husband.
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Swan Song
June 30, 2008
Portlandia 2008 Chapbook Winner: Jen Karetnick of Florida for BUD BREAK AT MANGO HOUSE

The winner of our 2008 national chapbook contest is Jen Karetnick of Miami Shores, Florida. Her chapbook entitled “Bud Break ... more
Yam I Am
June 26, 2008
You know potatoes are comfort food, and according to your mom, a good source of nutrition (especially if you eat the skins). But did you know these roots and their relatives, such as yams, are a ... more
Calling All Local Artists
June 25, 2008
CALLING ALL LOCAL ARTISTS from Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, Okeechobee and Broward counties   Would you like to see your work on a magazine cover?   The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is ... more
The Building Blocks in Boca
June 12, 2008
The confounding thing about art museum exhibits is that sometimes, you have to be at least slightly acquainted with the artist in order to understand and appreciate--or politely decline to admire--what you’re looking at. But ... more
Artists and the Olympics
June 05, 2008
Have you wondered about the large-scale artist who constructed the group of sculptures, called “The Runners,” that is located on the median of US 41, North Tamiami Trail, between downtown Sarasota and the airport? ... more
We'd Say There's a Very Good Chance
May 29, 2008
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective. Doc Hollywood. The Truman Show. And now, Barely a Chance?   Like the previous three Hollywood vehicles, Barely a Chance was filmed in Florida. Only instead of highlighting under-renovation South Beach, historic Micanopy ... more
Singing in the Off-Season
May 28, 2008
July is typically off-season for Florida arts, but that doesn’t mean musical theatre isn't humming. Look to the smaller venues such as Parker Playhouse in Fort Lauderdale, which is affiliated with the Broward Center for ... more
Playin' with Fiber
May 23, 2008
Usually in Florida, summer time is when you don’t want to talk about fabric. Or if you do, it’s the swimsuit or wetsuit kind of material you want to be discussing. Well, ... more
Sugar Mill Ruins Are Sweet
May 22, 2008
Yes, there is more to the Daytona Beach region than surfing, shrimp-eating and spring break. And I can prove it.   Or you can do that for yourself, if you visit the Dunlawton Sugar Mill Gardens in Port ... more
Britto Gets Bent-o
May 22, 2008
Neither visual arts nor the culinary arts should neglect the littlest minds and palates. That’s just a simple matter of education. But the corporate world too often doesn’t pay attention. Enter SUSHISAMBA and Romero Britto, ... more
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Asked by John DeYoung on June 24, 2008
Q: Hi JenMy wife and I will be down for a week, and are looking for museums, theatre and tours, Any suggestions?
A:

Hi there--

Of course, it all depends on what part of Florida you'll be visiting, and what you particularly enjoy doing. ...read more

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Asked by Shannah on May 02, 2008
Q: Hi Jen!My family will be relocating from IL to FL by the end of the summer. My kids are very musical and we normally by a subcription to http://www.mendelssohnpac.org/ and to http://www.rccaconcerts.org/. I was wondering if you could direct us to like concerts or programs in the Orlando area.Thanks in advance!Shannah
A:
Hi Shannah—
Great move! Your kids and you are going to love living in Orlando. There’s always something musical going on. ...read more
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Girl Dancing at Pow Wow
Get a glimpse of Native American culture by attending a powwow ... View
Seminole family at Big Cypress
A Seminole family at Big Cypress demonstrates ages-old customs. ... View
Following the Seminole Trail
Why not take my family on a driving tour of all the Seminole historic sites ... More
Must-Sees for Native American History and Culture
Crystal River Archaeological State Park served as a vital religious and political center for regional ... More
Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
Ah-Tah-Thi-Khi Museum features the history and culture of Florida's "unconquered" Seminole Indians. See lifelike exhibits ... Read More
Seminole family at Big Cypress
A Seminole family at Big Cypress demonstrates ages-old customs. ... View
Girl Dancing at Pow Wow
Get a glimpse of Native American culture by attending a powwow ... View
Following the Seminole Trail
Why not take my family on a driving tour of all the Seminole historic sites ... More
Must-Sees for Native American History and Culture
Crystal River Archaeological State Park served as a vital religious and political center for regional ... More
Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum
Ah-Tah-Thi-Khi Museum features the history and culture of Florida's "unconquered" Seminole Indians. See lifelike exhibits ... Read More