Pictured: Colorful Conversation by Eric Appelquist, Moline, Illinois. Photo courtesy of EOD.

Embracing Our Differences celebrates the start of its 21 st anniversary with a free Grand Opening Celebration on Sunday, January 21, noon-3 p.m., in Sarasota’s downtown Bayfront Park. The event features three performances by Jah Movement. Local arts and education organizations, including The Ringling, Sarasota Art Museum of Ringling College, CreArte Latino, Van Wezel, Asolo Rep, ALSO Youth and Suncoast Campaign for Grade Level Reading will have booths featuring interactive, kid-friendly activities. The Big Blue Grilled Cheese Company, “Q” Ice Cream and The Empanada Girl trucks will be stationed at the event. EOD will also recognize Best-in-Show winners and many of the artists and quoters who had their works selected for display. For more information, visit www.embracingourdifferences.org .

Pictured: Colorful Conversation by Eric Appelquist, Moline, Illinois. Photo courtesy of EOD.