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At a time when arts funding is being squeezed, Sir Kenneth enthusiastically makes the case for state subsidy in the arts as an investment for the future.

It’s a banda festival going on its second year and organized by Division 9 Gallery — a community arts space that hosts citywide Latino-focused cultural events.

The entire show, for that matter, resonates at a higher pitch in 2025 when the government is eliminating diversity efforts at arts institutions and universities across the country.

Filled with drought- and fire-resistant plantings while managing water with a bioswale system, it acts as a leisure spot and a place to harvest — some plants even provide dyes for arts activities below.

"She played numerous sports such as hockey, and she did a martial arts discipline," said Beard.