Somehow Art Basel week has already flown by, but the action will only pick up over the weekend. So take another deep breath, and then check out our breakdown of the fairs and events to hit up tonight and through the weekend. Pro tip: Bookmark the page, keep it pulled up on your phone’s browser, or just go old school and print it out (no judgment).

Want to enjoy the festivities without breaking the bank? Don’t miss our tips on how to be a broke Basel VIP. And if you’re all about getting those likes, then check out our list of the seven most Instagram-ready spots around town.

You can find our full guide here. Don’t forget to tag @thenewtropic in your IG pics as you explore the city.

MADE POSSIBLE BY NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (NWSA)

If Basel’s got you inspired to make the leap from art admirer to art collector, our partners at Commissioner have some great advice from one of Miami’s most accomplished gallerists and dealers (who was just featured in The New York Times, btw).

Earlier this month, Commissioner’s collectors and patrons gathered in Miami for a master class on how to build an art collection with gallerist and art dealer David Castillo, whom you can meet this week at Art Basel Miami Beach. Catch a glimpse into our intimate session in the gallery surrounded by the work of artist Xaviera Simmons from her recent solo show, Sundown.

The conversation was wide-ranging and informative, touching on points about the business of art, how to value collections, and what artists to watch. The biggest takeaways? Figure out what you like, what you can afford, and start by buying what you love.

Watch a video of the conversation here.

PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH COMMISSIONER

Think you’re a good driver? Don’t we all? A new program from a pair of MIT professors puts that theory to the test by tracking hazardous behaviors like cell phone use, hard braking and speeding — and uses cash prizes to incentivize drivers to stop doing those things. That approach could be especially useful here in Miami, where distracted driving causes upwards of 12 collisions per day. (Miami Herald)

Calling for a closer look. Dozens of U.S. senators and congressional representatives, including Sen. Marco Rubio, are calling for an investigation into Palm Beach multimillionaire Jeffrey Epstein’s 2008 plea agreement. The outcry follows a series of stories from the Miami Herald that examined how Epstein served only 13 months in jail after allegedly molesting and sexually assaulting dozens of underage girls. (Miami Herald)

Mistakes were made. The fallout continues over the response to the Feb. 14 Parkland shooting, with a new report about what went wrong expected to reach the governor and state legislature by Jan. 1. The Broward County police captain who was tasked with the response to the incident has already resigned, and more personnel shake ups are likely to follow. (WLRN)

Forever is a mighty long time. A wide-ranging slate of city projects are in the works for early 2019, thanks to the $400 million Miami Forever bond issue that voters approved last year. Nearly half of the pot is supposed to go toward climate-related mitigation efforts, like seawall upgrades and one-way drainage valves. More than $75 million will go toward improving parks and other cultural centers, and another $15 million will fund projects to create affordable housing. (Miami Herald)

More Broward battles. Brenda Snipes, Broward County’s former elections supervisor, says she intends to dispute the governor’s suspension order, which could end up in a trial before the Florida Senate. In the meantime, a self-analysis prepared by the county points to equipment breakdowns, staffing shortages, and procedural violations as the main contributors to the chaos that ensued on Election Day and in the recount process. Her replacement, Pete Antonacci, was officially appointed yesterday. (Tampa Bay Times, Miami Herald)

Music to our ears. The headliners for next year’s Jazz in the Gardens music fest include a mix of old-school and newer school R&B and soul artists.  Lionel Richie, En Vogue, Jagged Edge and The O’Jays will serenade Hard Rock Stadium at the two-day event in March. Advance ticket sales start at 10 a.m. today. (SouthFlorida.com)

THAT’S ALL FOR THIS WEEK.

Don’t forget to let us know what memorable stuff you’re seeing at Basel by giving us a call at (786) 529-7534 and leaving a voicemail describing what it made you think or how it made you feel.

We’ll round up some of those thoughts in a video next week. Be safe out there this weekend, folks.✌️

– The New Tropic