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Month: February 2010

Museum Mojo

My first visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art was magic. I was an impressionable 13 year old awed by its history and beauty, including those majestic outdoor steps that make you feel like a princess entering your castle. I believe museums and galleries large and small teach you about life, and are community treasures. Watching Anna run around the Temple of Dendur at the Met or at our local Pierogi art gallery, I hope she is learning to appreciate art.

Guest speaker Silvia Karman Cubina recently appointed to lead Miami’s Bass Museum believes museums should be more in tune to communities and has made this her mandate. When I am in Miami next, I will be sure to visit the Bass Museum to see her efforts there.

I have made it my goal to encourage art institutions to create programs for 2 to 4 year olds. I used to take my daughter to the Whitney Museum‘s stroller tours but they stop at 18 months; most art programs for kids pick up again at 4. Huge undeserved market – with a flexible price point I may add!

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Jewels of Venice

Venice is one of my five favorite cities in the world. I first went to Venice as a teenager, on a school trip with the Dominican nuns. I was entranced by the canals and beauty of meandering through the streets and waterways. When I returned years later, I once again lost myself in the twists and surprises of the floating city. As I walked, looking at shops full of masks, costumes, art, I went past an enchanting shorefront filled with a different kind of jewelry – modern, light, romantic. I lunched with friends in the nearby piazza  of Santa Margherita (happily devoid of tourists) and came back to browse. My boyfriend (now husband) struck up a conversation with Gualti who created all the fabulous jewelry. I left with my first piece, a necklace, and every time we went back for the Venice Biennale, I added to my collection. Gualti even made me my own special headpiece for my wedding. I asked Gualti to write about his passion for this month’s art theme. If ever you find yourself in Venice, meander over to see him!

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February is Arts Month at Global Markets

It is cold and snowy and sniffly. To reconnect with the world’s beauty, I have invited several guest writers to discuss art in its many shapes and its many businesses. Perfumer Mandy Aftel leads us with her intoxicating description of scent and an essay on the art of perfumery. I met Mandy when I was at a dinner at the American Museum of Natural History. As part of its Silk Road exhibit, the museum arranged a wonderful dinner infused with aromatics provided by Mandy. I was particulary taken with the antique sandalwood which took me back through time; the next day, I contacted Mandy who agreed to share her beautiful story.

The rest of the month will have similar tales. Tune in to be transported from the cold!

A quick note on the upcoming editorial calendar:

March – women in global affairs
April – the business of green
May – energy
June – the business of soccer
To be continued…

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Haiti Fundraising

I recently found out about an interesting fundraising effort for Haiti called C4C or Cooking for a Cause. Staff at the United Nations International School came up with the idea to devote their time to creating fabulous dinner parties for those who are interested. All the money they collect is donated to Haiti relief and reconstruction. Details follow:

C4C (Cooking for a Cause)

United Nations International School Faculty and Staff will cook, serve dinner in your own home.

To raise funds for Haiti UNIS Faculty and Staff has formed a Catering Service whose members will cook on request many types of cuisine, serve and clean up before they leave your home. 100% of proceeds will go to UNIS Haiti Relief Fund . We are committed to help Haiti for a long term. We hope to provide this service for at least one year.

Date and time: Any Saturday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Location: Your home

Menu: French, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Vietnamese,Italian and vegetarian cuisine

  1. One appetizer
  2. One main course
  3. One or two side-dishes
  4. Dessert

Price:  $100/person

Numbers of  guests: 4 to 12

Reservations: One week prior or by Wednesday for Saturday.

Contact: Kimxuan Huynh Brezinsky  at kbrezinsky@unis.org

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