The Department of Art and Art History presents the work of Master of Fine Arts (MFA) graduate student Joe Abbati in INTERKINETIC. Abbati’s installations are the culmination of 20 years experience in music, technology, and metaphysical inquiry. Greatly influenced by 20th century proponents of “new” and “total” art, his work relies on the simultaneity of force-relations, light, sound, and motion.

“I am not satisfied with the static principle of conventional art,” says Abbati. “As a contemporary artist, I am empowered by the tools available today—electricity and electric light, sensors, digital microcontrollers, lasers, audio synthesizers, video projectors, the apparatus that make dynamic art possible.”

INTERKINETIC will run from October 9 to October 22 at UM Wynwood Project Space, 2200-A NW 2nd Avenue, Miami. In celebration of the exhibition’s opening, there will be a reception for the artist on Saturday, October 9 from 6 to 10 p.m. Other viewing times can be arranged by appointment.

A full schedule of exhibitions can be viewed at www.as.miami.edu/art. For more information about the exhibition or Wynwood Project Space, call 305-284-2543 or email [email protected].

Set in the mythical world of Vikings and dragons comes the story of Hiccup, a Viking teenager who doesn’t fit in. His world is turned upside down when he encounters a dragon that challenges him and his fellow Vikings to see the world from an entirely different point of view. The film screens on Saturday, October 9 at 10 p.m. and Sunday, October 10 at 8 p.m. Admission is $6 for seniors, University of Miami alumni, faculty, non UM-students, and staff. General admission is $8. Cash only. Free for UM students. For more information, visit www.cosfordcinema.com or call 305-284-4861.

The César award-winning film Mesrine: Killer Instinct introduces us to Jacques Mesrine (Vincent Cassel), a loyal son and dedicated soldier back home and living with his parents after serving in the Algerian War. Soon he is seduced by the neon glamour of 60’s Paris and the easy money it presents. Mentored by Guido (Gerald Depardieu), Mesrine turns his back on middle class law-abiding and soon moves swiftly up the criminal ladder. Please note: The second film, Mesrine: Public Enemy #1, plays at the Cosford next weekend (October 15 through 17). French, English, Arabic, and Spanish with English subtitles. The film screens on Friday, October 8 at 9 p.m.; Saturday, October 9 at 3:30 p.m. and 7:45 p.m.; and Sunday, October 10 at 1:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. Admission is $6 for seniors, University of Miami alumni, faculty, non UM-students, and staff. General admission is $8. Cash only. Free for UM students. For more information, visit www.cosfordcinema.com or call 305-284-4861.

Racing Dreams is the award-winning, coming-of-age story about three kids who dream of one day racing in NASCAR. The film takes us into the lives of Annabeth (11 years old), Josh (12), and Brandon (13) as they compete for the championship in the World Karting Association’s National Series, widely considered the Little League for professional racing. And at the same time, they navigate the treacherous road between childhood and young adulthood. The film screens on Friday, October 8 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, October 9 at 1:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m.; and Sunday, October 10 at 3:45 p.m. Admission is $6 for seniors, University of Miami alumni, faculty, non UM-students, and staff. General admission is $8. Cash only. Free for UM students. For more information, visit www.cosfordcinema.com or call 305-284-4861.

The Greater Miami Association of Diabetes Educators will present its fourth annual diabetes education seminar on Saturday, October 9 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at South Miami Hospital’s Victor E. Clarke Education Center auditorium, 6200 SW 73rd Street, South Miami. This year’s theme is “DSI Miami: Diabetes Scene Investigation.” The seminar will provide the most advanced technologies and products for diabetes management, and participants can earn six Continuing Education units. Registration is $70, which includes breakfast and lunch. For more information, to register, or for a copy of the brochure, e-mail Arlynn Segal-Owens at [email protected] or call Kellie Rodriguez at 305-243-4090.