?African Art, Women, History: The Luba People of Central Africa? is the title of the video being screened today in the , beginning at 12.30 p.m. The 28-minute documentary, narrated by Dr. Mary Roberts, is about Luba art and the relationship between women, art and history. It will explore the Lukasa, a memory board where kinds are born only after their spirits have taken possession of the body of a woman.Starting time is 12.30 p.m. and admission is free.

The (BSoA) reopens its newly renovated City Hall gallery to the public this weekend with two exhibitions. The (main) will feature a mixed media collection of works created by inmates of the Island?s correctional facilities. There has been an increased focus on developing the artistic talents of prisoners, and their shows traditionally include an impressive variety of work.

Also opening in the adjoining is a mixed-media exhibition of artwork by the entire staff of Aardvark Communications. Everyone from account executives to accountants, designers and the receptionist is contributing, and viewers can expect to see photography, three-dimensional pieces, interactive projection, air brushing, a painted hog and much more. The show, entitled ?Artvark Expressions?, and will run until April 17.

Renovations to the BSoA gallery include a new ceiling and customised lighting specifically designed to show art to its best advantage.

An exhibition of paintings by is now in progress at Rock Island Coffee. Opening hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m weekdays, Saturdays 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.