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February 12 – February 18, 2012

1/ Lunchtime Q&A with Michael Kimmelman

From public housing and community development to issues of social responsibility, The New York Times‘ Michael Kimmelman has already shaken up our traditional notion of what an architecture critic is supposed to cover. In this intimate lunchtime Q&A, Kimmelman will address questions relating to the role of an architecture critic, discuss the possibilities for the future of criticism, and suggest what a burgeoning generation of critics should take notice of.

When: Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 12:30 pm

Where: Design Criticism MFA Department, School of Visual Arts, 136 West 21 Street, 2nd Floor, NYC

Price: Free and open to the public, reservations are required.

2/ AMT Visiting Lecture Series: AA Bronson

The Visiting Artists Lecture Series is sponsored by the School of Art, Media, and Technology (AMT) at Parsons The New School for Design. AA Bronson formed the collaborative General Idea with Felix Partz and Jorge Zontal in 1969. The trio lived and worked together for 25 years, undertaking more than 100 exhibitions and public art projects.

When: Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:15 pm

Where: Anna-Maria and Stephen Kellen Auditorium, Sheila C. Johnson Design Center, Parsons The New School for Design, 66 Fifth Avenue, NYC

Price: Free; no tickets or reservations required; seating is first-come first-served

3/ Beyond Shelter: Architecture and Human Dignity

As the frequency of major natural disasters increases, so does the need to help rebuild the communities and lives of those affected. This conversation will explore the ways in which architects and engineers can play truly effective roles in disaster recovery and mitigation.

When: Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:00 pm

Where: Scholastic Auditorium, 557 Broadway, NYC

Price: Free League members; $10 general public

4/ CONCEIVE, CREATE, DELIVER Presented by Adobe

A discussion of trends, innovation and why awards matter in the creative industries.

When: Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:00 pm

Where: The Art Institute of New York City, 11 Beach Street, NYC

Price: Free and open to the public, reservations are required.