Celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month at The LOOP with Beans & Bloom, a hands-on community art project presented by The Space Monkies and Hollywood Arts Committee.
Attendees of all ages are invited to co-create a vibrant 3′ x 3′ mosaic of a hibiscus flower — a symbol of unity, resilience, and natural beauty shared across many Caribbean nations. Using a colorful mix of beans layered for texture, the project invites cultural reflection, creative expression, and community connection.
Drop in, contribute your piece, and help bring this powerful symbol to life as part of a weekend filled with Caribbean culture, music, and pride.
Presented by the City of Fort Lauderdale Beach Business Improvement District and DiscoverFTLBeach.com, June 27–29 at Las Olas Oceanside Park.
About The Space Monkeys
Carlos Diaz de Arce, AKA The Space Monkies, is a Chilean and Cuban artist who lives in the United States. He is known for his unique way of displaying abstract, psychedelic expressionism through a surreal vision and a bold acrylic medium. He describes his influences as spiritual investigation. And also drawing from his interest from his younger years, when he says he discovered his purpose as an artist. His most popular works are intended to encourage not only humanitarianism but also global unity, which Carlos hopes will bring about the necessary change in the world. https://www.thespacemonkies.com/
About Hollywood Arts Committee
The Hollywood Arts Committee (HAC) emerged from the desire of local residents to take greater ownership of the cultural and artistic activities within and around the City of Hollywood. Founded by Susan Buriak and Joshua Naville, HAC is a grassroots organization dedicated to cultivating community connections through service and the arts.
HAC’s mission is to empower creatives to become active stakeholders in their communities. The committee challenges its members to foster an appreciation for diversity and to deeply embed themselves in both local and regional artistic scenes. Join the journey of artistic exploration and community building by following HAC on Instagram: @HollywoodArtsCommittee