Experimental media artist Rolando Chang Barrero puts history in context

Rolando Chang Barrero's large installations of body bags honors young victims of mass shootings

Like an epic novel, the visual stories of Rolando Chang Barrero traverse time and back again. They require heroes ready to confront the toughest of challenges across the generations. In his last year at Southwest Miami Senior High School, in 1990, he created graphic T-shirts to raise awareness about heroin addiction, urban wear that would

ArtServe’s executive director Craig Johnson fills the picture

Craig Johnson executive director of ArtServe

Craig Johnson might be new to Fort Lauderdale, but the executive director of ArtServe already is serving as a gracious host to the city’s cultural community. “ArtServe has had a remarkable history,” says Johnson, who joined the storied nonprofit this spring. “Now we’re building upon that legacy to reposition the organization as a creative laboratory.”

Here for the Boo-ze

The Soul Taker | Steelpan at Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Appleton rum, muddled black cherries, black cherry syrup, lemon juice and pineapple juice The Great Pumpkin | Shooters Waterfront Tito’s Vodka, a splash of ginger beer and a dash of tangerine nectar Witches Cauldron pictured | No. 3 Social Bourbon, pumpkin puree, lime juice and pumpkin spice

Spirited Celebrations

The Weed Reaper Experiment Brewery & Taphouse, Pompano Beach | Oct. 23 “Friends” trivia, Halloween episodes from all 10 seasons, starting at 7:30 p.m.—perfect for those who know everything about “the one where …”. Reservations required, costumes encouraged.   Halloween at The Biltmore Hotel, Coral Gables | Oct. 25 (pictured) Open bar, buffet dinner and

Clean Up with Cocktails

There’s nothing like having fun with a purpose. At 1 Hotel South Beach, it’s easy to do both this weekend at 1 Hotel South Beach’s Cocktail Clean-Up Crawl. The cleanup is a team effort between the hotel, the Miami Beach Pop Festival, Send It 4 The Sea, Surfrider and Debris Free Oceans. Attendees enjoy receive

The Lifestyle List: October 18-20

Brew Ha-Ha When: Oct. 18, 7-10 p.m. Where: Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs What: The fundraiser features beer from Funky Buddha Brewery, wine, stein painting, live polka and jazz and silent auctions. Admission includes food and a free beer stein. Info: coralspringsmuseum.org   Boca Raton Pumpkin Patch Festival pictured When:

Did someone say pizza?

Thin crust, stuffed crust, deep dish, loaded with toppings, no toppings, pepperoni, four cheese—no matter how it’s made, everyone can agree that pizza is close to the perfect food, especially during National Pizza Month. To celebrate, Pizza & Burger by Michael Mina and Concrete Beach Brewery have partnered to create pizza and beer pairings sure

Jessica Goldman Srebnick on her father’s legacy and the 10th anniversary of Wynwood Walls

Jessica Goldman Srebnick in the lobby of Goldman Properties. The piece is by Assume Vivid Astro Focus (aka AVAF), comprised of artists Eli Sudbrack and Christophe Hamaide-Pierson.

Seven years ago, when Jessica Goldman Srebnick became CEO of Goldman Properties—her late father Tony Goldman’s successful real estate company—it was simultaneously the happiest and saddest day of her life. Her father was sick, and, less than a week later, he died of heart failure. “I worked with my dad for 15 years,” she says.

Art that Advocates: Sibel Kocabasi

Plasticberg by Sibel Kocabasi

Multimedia artist Sibel Kocabasi is sitting in the living room of her Lake Worth home and studio; over a gracious setting of hors d’oeuvres, Turkish coffee and rosé, she shares her commitment to human rights. Born and raised in Turkey, she has a deeper understanding of the Syrian refugee crisis. Turkey has about 3.6 million

Cooper’s Hawk arrives at Fort Lauderdale

Cooper's Hawk Candied Bacon Artisan Cheeses

Where: 2568 E. Sunrise Blvd., The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale Phone: 754.755.9463 Website: chwinery.com [image_with_text image=”22935″ title=”Bigger and Better”] The 10th Florida location for the ever-expanding food and wine franchise is the largest Cooper’s Hawk yet, a 17,000-square-foot space at The Galleria that can accommodate up to 530 people. A sprawling Napa-inspired tasting room sets