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FIA 2015

PHOTOS: Despite hiccups, International Arts Festival draws crowds

If you hadn’t heard the drama, you would think everything had gone exactly as planned.

FIA-sco! Arts Festival delayed, afternoon events cancelled in Alajuelita and Acosta

Before you head to the International Arts Festival (FIA), be advised: Most of the events scheduled for Alajuelita and San Ignacio de Acosta have been cancelled.

Crash course: Your guide to the International Arts Festival’s first weekend

Since 1989, FIA has been a major event, but this year it’s bigger than ever. Hundreds of artists are participating. Venues are scattered across the Central Valley. And the 11-day schedule is so dense with activity that looking at the program too long will make you cross-eyed.
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