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Listen in to Mike Sonksen and Blair Cohn speak about the beautiful city of Long Beach. Mike shares about his poetry, inspiration, and new book, while Blair shares some behind the scenes information about his experience as executive director of the Bixby Knolls Business Improvement Association. Thank you to Brian Corder for interviewing and producing this episode!

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This episode is truly a collaboration between many artists from EPI and ART center. It features commentary and helpful information about the upcoming AAW ice cream social by Carlos A. (EPI), Jesus Q. (EPI), Juliet R. (EPI), Jenifer R. (EPI), James M. (ART), Cristina M. (ART), Maria R. (ART), and Matthew C. (ART). Editing was assisted by Daniel J. (EPI) and Ann H. (EPI). An original ice cream social song (at the very end of the episode) was created and recorded by Juliet R. (EPI), Harry H. (EPI), Maria R. (ART), Matthew C. (ART), Brandon N. (ART), and James M. (ART). 

Four original ice cream inspired art pieces by EPI artists Jesus, Carlos, and Jenifer are shared. By request, Crystal assisted with reading eloquently written blurbs for each unique piece. We finish up this episode with James and Carlos take part in an ice cream trivia quiz! Did you know that there’s such a thing as national ice cream month? 

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In this episode of ABR, Service Users from EPI explore various percussion instruments including bongos, a djembe, tambourines, and a pickle shaker (for a moment pickles and their varieties are explored). First, PJ, Carlos, and Daniel play the bongos and tambourine and share a bit of bongo history. Then PJ and Yo-Yo play bells and the djembe together. PJ revisits “Maestro Incredo Gum”, previous explored and advertised by ART Center Service Users. Jamond shares some improvised beatboxing over a quick original beat, and then Rudy and Jamond sing a bit of the James Brown song “I Feel Good”. 

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Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! In this episode, Stephanie Monis and Jillian Anderson interview instructor Javontae about travel, dance, the Navy, favorite dance moves, art forms, and activities. Stephanie’s Lifetime song is featured in the transition between segments. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ableartswork.org

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 Follow along with this watercolor tutorial by Brian Corder. Able ARTS Work had the pleasure of hosting a watercolor workshop led by Brian. Grab your paper and paintbrushes and follow along! 

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Join us to learn how to make Peperoni Pizza from Soul and Bob’s Incredible Waffles from The Incredibles. You’ll also get to hear some fun facts about Pixar and our reviews of each dish.  

Art credits: Kelsey Ali, Julianna Gallardo, Cristina Mariotta, Phuong Thao Nguyen, and Niko Saldana 

Song credits: “I Love Waffles”- Renee Webster, Sergio Leal, Christie Pagan, Becky Neuhaus, Maria Ramirez, Ricky Parral, Maya McDowell, Brian Corder, James McGoff and Cristina Mariotta 

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Welcome back to Artbeat Radio! Listen in as we discuss theme parks, theme parks, and more theme parks! Learn our favorite foods, tips and tricks, and hear some popular theme park tunes. Thanks for listening and tune in next time! Follow us on instagram @artbeatradio For more information about our organization, please visit our website www.ableartswork.org

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In this episode of ABR, Service Users from EPI interview James (ART Center Service User) and Tyler (ART Center Staff) about art making, music, First Fridays, hobbies, and being an artist. First, Greco and PJ interview Tyler, and then they both interview James. Greco shares how he wants to be an art teacher, PJ shares that he had a red bike, James talks about his artwork and favorite bands (like the “rapper Avril Lavigne”), and Tyler shares that he likes to sing but “it’s a secret”. 

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Happy Father’s Day from the ABR crew to you! Listen in as Cristina, Brian, Doug, and Brandon share about memories of their fathers and share the importance of appreciating family. 

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Today, we learn about a new survey for those with disabilities to assist in making the city of Long Beach, California more accessible. Watch the full video to learn about this amazing project in inclusion and equity. Thank you Brian Corder, Cristina Mariotta, Brandon Neri, and Gretchen Swanson for this amazing interview. 

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