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Boca Happenings
Boca Happenings

Boca Public Library Presents Art Exhibit,

“Anima Mundi,” By Marina Veen

The Boca Raton Public Library is currently offering an transcends mere expression;
art exhibit, “Anima Mundi,” by Marina Veen, which will it’s a meditative journey
be on view through August 9th. Ms. Veen, a Ukrainian- through life’s tapestry,
American abstract artist, masterfully blends the rich an exploration of love, a
tapestry of her cultural heritage into a vibrant expression commitment to generosity and
of contemporary art. a daily reaffirmation of hope
Born in Odessa, Ukraine, she combines the vibrant and deliberate living. Her art
energy of New York, the artistic spirit of California’s Bay practice is a sacred space, a
Area and the vivid yet rugged Pacific Northwest nature sanctuary for introspection
of Seattle. The realization came during the pandemic; and powerful, challenging
she needed to make a shift from a two-decade career in dialogues with the self.
enterprise technology towards her true calling: creative Deeply interested in
practice and art making. Ms. Veen’s first group show was in Art History, her artistic
September 2023 at the Macy Gallery at Columbia University expression spans various
in New York City. mediums, including drawing, painting, printmaking “Anima Mundi,” a free exhibit, will run through August
In Ms. Veen’s world art is not just a form, but an action and collage. Ms. Veen states, “The canvas is a poignant 9th in the lobby gallery at the Downtown Library location
– a verb that encapsulates the essence of being. Her art metaphor for life itself.” of the Boca Raton Public Library, 400 NW 2nd Avenue.
“Cold Case Live” Brings Real-Life

Crime-Solving to The Studio at Mizner Park

This fall, true-crime fanatics and web sleuths will have “Cold Case Live will give you a much deeper understanding While with NCIS, Joe served in a variety of positions
their chance to be in the detective’s shoes with “Cold Case of why these cases go cold in the first place, and how my focusing on violent crimes and undercover operations. He
Live” (www.coldcaselive.com), a new live show that will take methodology helps successfully resolve them – the same was the Primary Architect and First Program Manager for
audiences on a fascinating journey to unlock the mysteries method detectives around the world are using to solve their the internationally acclaimed NCIS Cold Case Homicide
of—and potentially help solve—America’s most notorious cases today,” says Kennedy, who lives in Winston-Salem and Unit. He wrote the methodology and protocol for NCIS Cold
cold cases. Hosted by retired NCIS Special Agent Joe Kennedy is a North Carolina native. “Many shows and books delve Case investigations, which has been adopted by numerous
(Real NCIS and Starz TV’s Wrong Man), the international cold into the criminal’s perspective, but now you’ll get a glimpse police agencies around the globe. He is the founder of
case expert has successfully solved hundreds of murders while into the minds of top detectives. I strongly believe that ‘Cold the Carolinas Cold Case Coalition and former Consulting
working with detectives around the world to implement his Case Live’—with some help from our audiences—will help Committee Member of the American Investigative Society
methodology. The national tour of “Cold Case Live” launches us solve another important case so we can help bring justice of Cold Cases (AISOCC).
September 17th and will visit Boca Raton for one show only and resolution for victims and their families.” Joe is a charter member of the International Homicide
on Saturday, November 23rd at 7:30 p.m. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Report, Investigators Association and North Carolina Homicide
Tickets are on sale at The Studio at Mizner Park, Tickets, nearly 340,000 murder cases in the United States remain Investigators Association. He was featured in the Real NCIS
2024 Event Schedule, Seating Chart (ticketmaster.com). unsolved today. and a core team expert for the Starz TV Wrong Man Series.
“Cold Case Live” is a deep-dive exploration into the world “Cold Case Live” is produced by Right Angle Entertainment, Joe is the co-author of “Solving Cold Case – Investigation
of unsolved crimes. The show will feature in-depth analyses, the same producers of last season’s riveting and successful Techniques and Protocol.” Joe serves as an expert witness for
firsthand insights, reenactments and more during an evening of national tour of “The Psychology of Serial Killers.” police investigative procedures and homicide investigations
shocking revelations as host Kennedy takes audiences behind For more information about “Cold Case Live”, including throughout the United States.
the scenes and walks them through the process of solving tour dates and tickets, visit www.coldcaselive.com and follow About Right Angle Entertainment (Producers): Right
cases. Together, they’ll inspect clues from chilling cases like @coldcaselivetour on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Angle Entertainment (RAE) specializes in the production,
The Zodiac Killer, The Golden State Killer and The JonBenét Reddit; #coldcaselive. marketing, management and distribution of live theatrical,
Ramsey case, among others. About Joe Kennedy (Expert Host: Joey (Joe) D. Kennedy digital and concert events. RAE’s roster includes: “Wheel
Kennedy will also discuss developments in forensic is the Vice President for the BlueLine Training Group LLC. of Fortune Live!,” Hasbro’s “Clue: A Walking Mystery”
techniques, including investigative genetic genealogy, that have Joe retired as the Special Agent-in-Charge for the Naval immersive experience, “The Price is Right LIVE!,” “The
changed the nature of cold cases in recent years (such as the Grim Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) Carolinas Field Masked Singer National Tour Live!,” “Jay Shetty Love
Sleeper case), and how technology and AI will shape the future Office in 2014 after 28 years serving NCIS offices around Rules – World Tour,” “The Simon & Garfunkel Story,” “The
of cold case investigations to help tip the balance in favor of the world. Joe is a Magna Cum Laude graduate of Pfeiffer Psychology of Serial Killers,” “Rudolph the Red-Nosed
justice. Additionally, there will be an opportunity for audience College, Misenheimer, North Carolina. He received a Master Reindeer: The Musical,” and London’s upcoming close-up
members to participate in a Q&A session with Kennedy and of Policy Management degree from Georgetown University magic show “The Magician’s Table,” among many others.
share their thoughts on who could have committed these crimes. in Washington, DC. www.rightangleentertainment.com
Happenings Outside Boca
Happenings Outside Boca

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

Unveils “Take Akari: Bamboo Lights” Exhibit

T he Mori ka m i and to educate the community on the
Museum and Japanese significance of this vital natural resource
Gardens invites guests in daily life. Now this mesmerizing
to experience the world experience comes to life at the Morikami.
of illuminated bamboo “Take Akari: Bamboo Lights” offers a
as it welcomes its newest unique opportunity for visitors to witness
exhibit, “Take Akari: the artistry and master craftsmanship of
Bamboo Lights.” The Akihiro Mashimo, whose illuminated
dazzling experience bamboo installations create a unique and
created by Japan-based immersive atmosphere. The exhibition
bamboo craftsman allows attendees to experience a piece
Akihiro Mashimo is on of Japan’s vibrant festival culture and
view in the Museum’s brings awareness to the importance of
Yamato-Kan now through environmental conservation.
September 22nd. Morikami Museum and Japanese
In Japan, Take Akari, Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami
or Bamboo Light festivals, have become beloved cultural Park Road, Delray Beach. For more
celebrations, captivating audiences across the country for over information, call (561) 495-0233 or visit
three decades. These festivals were initiated to raise awareness morikami.org, and follow on social @
about the critical importance of maintaining bamboo forests morikamimuseum.