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SRQ DAILY Oct 22, 2024

Tuesday Dining and Food Edition

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Tuesday Dining and Food Edition

"This is something we look forward to each year. Seeing the kids, their families, and the costumes gets more exciting each time!"

- Kurt A. Hoffman, Sheriff, Sarasota County.
 

[The Dish]  Building Bridges
Kate Wight, kate.wight@srqme.com

There are three main bridges you can take to get onto the island portion of Venice, Florida--the Venice Avenue Bridge, the Circus Bridge and the Hatchett Creek Bridge. These are the bridges that give 3 Bridges Brewing in Venice its name.

3 Bridges Brewing is owned by husband and wife team Scott and Corey Harper. The duo started out in 2017 producing beer for a local brewpub while other people oversaw the restaurant aspect. In 2023 they struck out on their own, opening their own standalone brewery. In addition to crafting beer and hard seltzer, 3 Bridges Brewing also offers a full menu of hearty pub fare which was fully updated at the end of September. Among the new offerings are the Hot Chicken Sandwich, featuring a fried chicken breast dipped in Nashville sauce and served on a potato roll with pickles. There’s also the BBQ Burger, which is a double blackened smash patty (with onion smashed into the meat), topped with bacon, beer cheese, fried onion strings, and barbecue sauce. Looking for something lighter? Try the Southwest Salad, a mix of fresh greens, grilled chicken, corn, black beans, tomato, red onion and avocado, drizzled with smoky chipotle ranch dressing and topped with crispy tortilla strips. There’s also a great selection of small plates including a Charcuterie & Cheese board with assorted artisan meats and cheese served with warm bread, fruits, nuts, olives and pickles.

While 3 Bridges did lose power for a few days in the wake of Hurricane Milton, they are now fully operational and serving up their complete menu. So take your favorite bridge to Venice for a tasty meal accompanied by a crisp, cool craft beer.

3 Bridges Brewing, 1765 South Tamiami Trail, Venice, 941-445-4067, 3bridgesbrewing.com. 

Pictured: 3 Bridges Now Famous Bridge Burger features a double smash patty with onion, American cheese, lettuce, pickle, tomato and Bridge sauce served on a potato roll, served with fries, tots or slaw. Photo courtesy of 3 Bridges.

[Hospital News]  SMH Joins International Trial Testing Hybrid Cardiac Ablation Procedure

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is one of up to 40 research sites enrolling patients in the international HEAL-IST trial, a clinical study evaluating a hybrid ablation procedure for people with inexplicably high resting heart rates. IST, short for inappropriate sinus tachycardia, is a challenging condition in otherwise healthy people that causes the heart to race over 100 beats per minute at rest, and dangerously higher with activity. IST is thought to be caused by dysfunction of the sinus node – the heart’s natural pacemaker – or issues with the body's nervous system. Currently, there are no FDA-approved therapies to treat IST. Medications like beta blockers, calcium channel blockers, and ivabradine are usual first treatments, but often are ineffective. Sinus node modification and radiofrequency sinus node ablation also have been used, but the interventional techniques often involve a higher risk of complications. The HEAL-IST trial is evaluating a hybrid sinus node sparing procedure that combines surgical and catheter-based techniques performed by a cardiac surgeon and electrophysiologist. Using study sponsor AtriCure’s Isolator Synergy clamp and mapping technology, the hybrid approach allows the team to ablate and create scar lesions on the inside and outside of the heart, with the goal of sparing the sinus node and lowering the rapid heart rate responsible for IST. First Physicians Group cardiothoracic surgeon Paul Vesco, MD, who is principal investigator for the SMH study, said previous trials comparing hybrid ablation with sinus node modification found that hybrid ablation lowered the average heart rate more effectively over 12 months than the traditional method. He said the HEAL-IST study will provide more information on the safety and effectiveness of this novel approach. IST affects about 1 percent of the population. Symptoms can be disabling and include palpitations, dizziness, fatigue, light-headedness or fainting, difficulty exercising, chest discomfort and shortness of breath. The condition, which occurs more commonly in younger women, is often overlooked, and sometimes misdiagnosed as panic attacks or emotional disorders. 

[Halloween]  Sheriff's Office to Host 5th Annual Halloween Drive-Thru

After four successful and entertaining years, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce its 5th Annual Halloween Drive-Thru on Saturday, October 26, from 6-8 p.m. at our agency’s headquarters located at 6010 Cattleridge Blvd., Sarasota. “This is something we look forward to each year – seeing the kids, their families, and the costumes gets more exciting each time!” commented Sheriff Kurt A. Hoffman. “Not only do we have a chance to interact with the community, but this is a safe, quick, fun event – and did we mention we have lots of candy?!” For additional information about the SCSO Halloween Drive-Thru or to partner with us as a sponsor, contact the Community Affairs Office at 941.861.4005. 

[Hurricane ]  Marie Selby Historic Spanish Point Campus Reopens

Selby Gardens is excited to share that beginning today, Tuesday, October 22, their Historic Spanish Point campus will be open for its regular hours of 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily! 

[Hurricane ]  USF Sarasota-Manatee's 30th Brunch on the Bay Rescheduled

Due to the losses suffered during hurricanes Helene and Milton by residents and businesses throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties, the 30th annual Brunch on the Bay hosted by USF Sarasota-Manatee, originally planned for Nov. 3, has been rescheduled for March 2. 

[Holidays]  Celebrate Halloween at Selby Gardens with Spooktacular

Join us for Spooktacular, our annual family-friendly, Halloween-inspired event! Children (and adults) are encouraged to dress in costume. Activities include traditional, fun Halloween happenings like trick-or-treating, arts and crafts, spooky storytelling, games, and face painting. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. Don't forget your trick-or-treat bags! Selby Spooktacular is free for Selby Gardens’ members and included with general admission; no advance tickets or reservations necessary. 

[Arts & Entertainment]  The Curious Savage is Almost Here

Due to Hurricanes Helene and Milon, the FSU/Asolo Conservatory production of The Curious Savage will now open on November 8, with added previews
November 5, 6, and 7. Please visit our website by clicking here to view the updated schedule. To read the full press release regarding the change in schedule, please click here. We look forward to seeing you in the Cook! 

For ticket information click here

[Arts & Entertainment]  The Sarasota Players Has New Home at Payne Park Auditorium

The City of Sarasota approved an agreement with The Sarasota Players on Friday that allows the performing arts organization the use of Payne Park Auditorium.
Terms of the lease are for 30 years, with $100 per year for rent, and $1 per ticket sold to be paid to the city. Starting the fifth year of the lease, and adjusted every fifth year, the amount of rent and ticket price will increase minimally. According to The Sarasota Players Chief Executive Officer William Skaggs, the city’s decision is a testament to their dedication to the performing arts and the important role the nearly 100-year-old organization plays in the community.
Skaggs expressed his appreciation for the city commission's thorough and thoughtful discussions, as well as the city staff's commitment to reflecting those discussions in the lease terms and the ongoing relationship with the theater. City staff’s diligent efforts have ensured a successful and mutually beneficial partnership for both parties, he said. “It’s a tremendous honor to partner with the city on this historic endeavor and we value the hard work of city staff and administration. The city commission’s feedback, and their careful consideration, have been instrumental throughout this process. This is an incredible opportunity,” Skaggs added. “We’re looking forward to another century of producing community-based high quality live theater, and serving as stewards of the Payne Park Auditorium.” The Players has been performing at the Crossings at Siesta Key shopping center since 2021, where they recently kicked-off their 95th Season. The Payne Park area is ideally suited to be their new base of operations, according to Skaggs, because of its central location and its role as a community hub. "Throughout the challenges we’ve faced we’ve stayed dedicated to the power of the performing arts and its positive impact on individuals in our region. We’re honored to have the opportunity to continue serving this incredible place we call home, right in the heart of downtown. To be back in the heart of Sarasota, where we originally started serving this community, is special,” Skaggs added. “Our goal has always been, and will always be, to entertain, educate, and engage the community.” Along with community productions and events, The Players Studio, the education department of The Sarasota Players, will also use the space to stage their productions. This season has started off on a strong foot for The Sarasota Players The wildly successful Seussical the Musical just wrapped in September, and they’re currently working toward The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, an exciting and fun production at the Sarasota Polo Club, which opens on Oct. 24, just in time for Halloween! Little Women the Musical, which opens in December, promises to be another incredible time at the theater. 

[Arts & Entertainment]  Guys and Dolls at SCF

Despite missing two weeks of rehearsal and a change of venue because of hurricane damage, the SCF Music Theatre Ensemble will still proudly present the perfect Broadway musical comedy, Guys and Dolls, Friday October 25 and Saturday October 26 at 7.30 p.m. and Sunday October 27 at 2:00 p.m. in the SCF Recital Hall. The resilient cast, crew, creative team and orchestra are all committed to making the changes necessary for the production to go on. General Admission $15 | Students $10. Seating is limited. The musical, Guys and Dolls, is bustling with gamblers, missionaries, and sassy chorus girls. This perfect Broadway musical comedy follows the unlikeliest of romantic pairings in 1950’s New York City. A notorious gambler, Sky Masterson, attempts to woo a strait-laced, Save-a-Soul mission doll, Sarah Brown, in hopes of winning a bet made by Nathan Detroit, the reluctant fiancée of longsuffering showgirl, Adelaide, who wants to finally get him to the altar. Guys and Dolls is presented by the SCF Music Theatre Ensemble under the direction Melodie Dickerson, Performing Arts Chair, with music direction by Dr. Geoff Neuman, Director of Instrumental Studies, and Rebecca Dikranian, choreography by Kelly Burnette, SCF Dance Instructor, and lighting design by Michael Pasquini. The show features 22 talented student performers accompanied by a 15-piece orchestra. 

[Arts & Entertainment]  The Perlman Music Program Suncoast Presents The Zota Quartet

The Perlman Music Program Suncoast (PMP Suncoast) presents the Zota Quartet, Tuesday, November 12, noon-1 p.m., at The Ringling’s Courtyard East Loggia, 5401 Bay Shore Road, Sarasota, and Wednesday, November 13, 7:30 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 2050 Oak Street, Sarasota. The program features Debussy’s String Quartet in G minor, Op. 10 and Felix Mendelssohn’s String Quartet No. 2 in A minor, Op. 13. Tickets for The Ringling performance are free for museum members or included in museum admission. Tickets for the First Presbyterian Church concert are $25 (general admission) and $35 (VIP; front rows). NEW! $10 Youth Ticket for those 21 and under. Tickets can be purchased at PMPSuncoast.org. 

[Arts & Entertainment]  Constructing Landscape: Elisabeth Condon and Ola Wlusek in Conversation

Join artist Elisabeth Condon as she discusses her artistic practice in the context of the group exhibition, Skyway 2024: A Contemporary Collaboration. This talk will begin with an introduction by Condon focused on her painting practices. Then, Condon will be joined in conversation by Ola Wlusek, the Keith D. Monda Curator of Modern and Contemporary art and co-curator of the exhibition. 

For ticket information click here.

[Arts & Entertainment]  Sarasota Concert Association Presents the Chanticleer Holiday Concert

The Sarasota Concert Association proudly presents the GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer in their highly anticipated return to Sarasota for a captivating holiday performance, A Chanticleer Christmas, on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at the Sarasota Opera House. Hailed by The New Yorker as “the world’s reigning male chorus,” Chanticleer will bring their all-new holiday program to Sarasota. The program includes their signature audience favorite, Ave Maria by Franz Biebl, and brand new arrangements of Silent Night and Joy to the World. With over one million recordings sold and countless live performances around the globe, Chanticleer is one of today’s most prolific and acclaimed vocal ensembles. This exclusive, one-night-only concert is expected to be a sell-out event. Tickets for the Sarasota Concert Association’s 2024-25 season, including all five Great Performers Series concerts and two Special Event Performances, are on sale now. To secure your tickets for this unforgettable evening, visit www.SCAsarasota.org or call the Box Office at (941) 966-6161. Single tickets, Great Performers Series subscriptions, and Choose 3 subscriptions are available. 



[SOON]  FOOD: Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch , September 3 – September 30, 10am-2pm

Experience some of the best food and flavors of the region with more than 100, and still growing, curated vendors. The Farmers Market at Lakewood Ranch has fast become a favorite weekly tradition for people from all over the region seeking farm-fresh produce, delicious prepared foods, and specialty items and gifts. Aside from all the goodies you can shop at the Farmers Market, find your flow in a free yoga class or have the kiddos get creative during weekly-hosted workshops. 1561 Lakefront Dr., Lakewood Ranch.

[SOON]  FOOD: Game Watching at Pie on Main , September 10 – December 31, 11:00 am - 12:00 am

Since we opened in January, SRQ is getting to know us for our hand-tossed & crafted Pie's, Calzones, Sammies & Salads + our tasty beverages. Now you can join your buddies for what some call 'the most wonderful time of the year' - FOOTBALL SEASON! Drop in when you're strolling on Main to catch your team or join your buddies for Pie On Main's Game Watching parties, featuring Happy Hours from 4-7:00 Daily, plus our Special Sub of the Day and extensive selection of Domestic and craft taps. Ask your friendly barkeep about our Tuesday Karaoke or our sister restaurant, 3.14 Pi in Siesta Village. Convenient parking in our lot on First Street.

Pie on Main, 1507 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  FOOD: Lunch in the Gardens , October 23, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Enjoy a delicious lunch in our world-class bayfront setting and a fascinating discussion with Kassia St. Clair, author of The Secret Lives of Color, together with David Berry, Selby Gardens' Vice President for Visitor Engagement and Chief Museum Curator, and Angel Lara, Vice President for Botanical Horticulture. The conversation will delve into the history of color pigments and dyes, as well as the cultural associations of purple and its many botanical connections. Kassia St. Clair will be signing copies of her book, The Secret Lives of Color, which will be available for sale at the luncheon.

Downtown Sarasota Campus, 1534 Mound Street, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  FESTIVAL: The Sarasota Medieval Fair , November 2 – December 1, 10:00 am - 5:30 pm

We can already hear the sounds of the fair: the shouts of “throw wide the gates!”, laughter at our Children’s Realm, cheers during the equestrian tournaments, and the music from wandering troubadours.  And who could forget the aroma of turkey legs and kettlecorn in the air? The festival as more than just an event. The Sarasota Medieval Fair brings together local artisans, performers, and vendors, and serves as a fundraiser to multiple non-profit organizations. 

Woods of Mallaranny, 29847 FL-70 E. Myakka City, FL 34251

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: Moonlight & Melodies: Dinner with Verdi in Parma , November 16, 6:30 pm

Sarasota Opera will be celebrating and highlighting Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi with an intimate fine dining experience 6:30 p.m. Nov. 8 at the Sarasota Opera House Courtyard, 61 N. Pineapple Ave., Sarasota. Individual tickets are $225. Seating is limited.

Sarasota Opera, 61 N Pineapple Ave, Sarasota FL 34236

[SOON]  FESTIVAL: Wellen Park Wine Festival , November 15 – November 16, 1-4pm

Wellen Park is kicking off Southwest Florida’s wine festival season with the inaugural Wellen Park Wine Festival. The ticketed outdoor event will feature 30 vintners, a wine class for those aspiring to learn more about wine, live music, light bites and plenty of opportunities for aficionados to sip, swirl, savor and shop dozens of wines. The festival, taking place along Wellen Park Boulevard and on the Great Lawn in Downtown Wellen, celebrates distinguished winemakers and the culinary talents of Wellen Park restaurateurs.   The Wellen Park Wine Festival offers an exclusive Premium Experience, beginning with a gourmet wine dinner and preview tasting Friday evening, Nov. 15. This package also includes early entry to the grand tasting Saturday, Nov. 16, from 1 to 4 pm. Aimed at elevating the festival experience, an 11am Wine Tasting 101 class will introduce the essentials of wine tasting and how to pick the right wines based on smell and taste.  General admission tickets are $85 for the grand tasting event on Nov. 16. The wine class, from 11 a.m. to noon in Solis Hall, is $25.

Downtown Wellen Park, 12275 Mercado Drive, Venice

[SOON]  FOOD: 4th Annual Grilled Cheese Festival , November 23, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Join us for a day filled with deliciousness at the 4th Annual Grilled Cheese Festival at CoolToday Park. This family-friendly, free event offers something for everyone: Food Trucks, Live Music, Craft Beers and Fun for the Whole Family.

CoolToday Park, 18800 W Villages Pkwy, Venice, FL 34293

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Fresh Harvest Farmers Market at Wellen Park , June 25 – May 31, 9 am to 1 pm

Visit Fresh Harvest, the newly launched weekly farmers market in Downtown Wellen. Fresh Harvest offers a selection of local goods from nearly 40 local vendors. Fresh Harvest takes place every Sunday in Downtown Wellen from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Attendees can peruse different vendor booths and stock up on a variety of goods. Vendors will offer a wide variety of locally grown and produced food, including herbs, spices, cut flowers, teas, canned and preserved fruits and vegetables, syrups, baked goods, pickled foods, fresh seafood, meats, poultry, eggs, milk and prepared food and beverages. A limited selection of craft vendors also participate in the farmers market. For a listing of participating vendors and more information on Fresh Harvest Farmers Market, visit wellenpark.com/events/fresh-harvest-farmers-market. Downtown Wellen, 19745 Wellen Park Blvd., Venice.

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: Downtown Wellen Park Night Market , August 8 – May 8, 6-9pm

The Wellen Park Night Market returns the second Thursday of each month from 6-9pm offering an evening of shopping, live music and dining under the twinkling lights of Downtown Wellen. The Night Market features independent artists and makers specializing in art, jewelry, boutique fashion, home decor, bottle art, wood designs and specialty food items set up along Wellen Park Boulevard with 50 rotating vendors. Food items included rum cakes, desserts, lemonade, barbecue and vegan fare.

Wellen Park, 19745 Wellen Pk Blvd

[SOON]  FESTIVAL: Boofest on Main Street , October 25, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Presented by the Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, BooFest is our biggest and most popular annual event that the community screams for! This year, you can expect a fantastic lineup of food and drink vendors, a Kids Korner for fun activities, a live DJ, a full schedule of dance performances, and MORE! Plus, there will be plenty of trick-or-treating! Join us on Lakewood Main Street on Friday, October 25th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM for a fun-filled Halloween night you won’t want to miss!

Lakewood Main Street, 8100 Lakewood Main St Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202

[SOON]  GALLERY: Illest of Illustration: Farmer's Market , September 23 – November 25, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

The Illest of Illustration annual exhibition serves as an annual pinnacle within the artistic community of Ringling College of Art and Design, organized by the student-led club of the same name. This event stands as a vibrant showcase, spotlighting the remarkable talent and creativity emerging from the college's illustration program. Through a carefully curated selection of works, it provides a platform for students to exhibit their mastery of various illustration techniques, styles, and concepts.

Galleries of Ringling College of Art and Design, 2700 N. Tamiami Trail Sarasota, FL 34234

[SOON]  GRAB BAG: SRQ Magazine's Annual Together We Roar Leadership and Awards Luncheon , October 25, 10:30am

SRQ MEDIA, powered by the Women Who Roar Initiative, will host the 9th Annual Women Who Roar: Together We Roar Leadership and Awards Luncheon at Michael's on East. We will recognize all of the ambassadors of the Women Who Roar Leadership Circle, the new 2024 Women Who Roar nominees and will announce the honorees who will be inducted into the esteemed 2024 Women Who Roar (WWR) Leadership Circle this year. Please join us to honor women who make a difference in our community. Featuring our 2024 Trailblazer Award Recipient Kate White and 2024 Illuminator Award Recipient Elyse Delucci. Join us for the pop-up boutiques starting at 10:30am. Registration opens at 11am and the program runs from 11:30am-1:15pm.

Michael's On East Ballroom, 1212 S. East Avenue, Sarasota

[SOON]  BUSINESS: Lets Connect at Oscura in Old Manatee , August 31 – December 26, 8:30-10am

Connect with local business owners at every Thursday at Oscura. Lets Connect is a community of collaborative business professionals from the Manatee and Sarasota County areas. RSVP on Eventbrite to attend, admission is free.

[SOON]  FOOD: Cask & Ale's Sunday Jazz Brunch , September 15 – December 29, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Cask & Ale on Main Street lifts a toast to our fabulous Jazz Brunch every Sunday from 11:00-3:00.  We offer a diverse chef-prepared menu with a full spread of Brunch delectables + our rotating Chef's Special menu, Bottomless Mimosas and a wide selection of craft cocktails.  And of course, sharing the good vibes of live Jazz with you from Noon-4:00!

Cask & Ale, 1548 Main St, Sarasota, FL 34236

[SOON]  MUSEUM: BOO! at The Bishop , October 26, 6:00 pm

Get ready for a spooktacular evening of family-friendly fun at The Bishop Tuesday, October 26 at 6pm! Trick-or-treat your way through the Museum and meet friendly faces from the community. Don't forget your child-friendly costumes! You'll leave with bags full of candy and memories to last a lifetime. Tickets are $5 per person, and kids under 2 are FREE! Want to support the fun? Table Sponsorships are available for $25.

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, 201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL 34205

[SOON]  PERFORMANCE: Dracula , November 1 – November 3, Various Times

The Gulfcoast Studio Company of the Sarasota Cuban Ballet School presents Dracula on November 1-3, 2024 at the Sarasota Cuban Ballet School Auditorium. Journey to Transylvania and experience the legend of Dracula and all who share his world - the village folk and the spirits who haunt his castle - if you dare! And be sure to wear your spookiest costume to the performance!

Sarasota Cuban Ballet School, 4740 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233

[SOON]  SEMINAR: Off the Page Literary Celebration | Chef Edward Lee , November 12, 6-7pm

Chef Edward Lee is a celebrity chef, author and restaurateur.  His restaurants include 610 Magnolia, Nami and Succotash.  He earned an Emmy nomination for his role on “The Mind of a Chef,” was a judge on “Top Chef” and wrote and hosted the documentary “Fermented.”  In 2021, he was awarded the Muhammad Ali Humanitarian Award. He won the 2019 James Beard Award in Wring for his book “Buttermilk Graffiti.” His other books include “Smoke & Pickles,” and “Bourbon Land.”

Shannon Staub Library, 4675 Career Lane, North Port,

[SOON]  GALLERY: Manatee County School District Annual K-12 Exhibition , April 29 – May 23, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

ArtCenter Manatee once again joins with the School District of Manatee County to showcase the work of K-12 visual arts students. By partnering with ArtCenter Manatee, that commitment is furthered by giving these young artists a 'voice' - three museum-quality galleries, where their work can be professionally displayed and where the artists can receive positive recognition by a wider audience.

ArtCenter Manatee, 209 9th St West Bradenton, FL 34205

[SOON]  GALLERY: Oil Painters of America 2025 National Exhibition & Annual Convention , May 28 – June 27, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
The 34th National Juried Exhibition showcases the best representational paintings produced across North America. With nearly 200 juried artists and many invited Master Signature artists, it serves as a showcase for both up-and-coming talent and some of the most celebrated artists working today. The exhibition does not focus on a single style or theme but instead celebrates the diversity and art produced within the representational oil painting tradition. The exhibition & opening is in conjunction with the OPA National Convention, which features numerous lectures, painting demonstrations, and social events geared to artists and collectors.

ArtCenter Manatee, 209 9th St West Bradenton, FL 34205

[SOON]  GALLERY: Dog (& Cat) Dayz Of Summer , July 1 – August 8, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

This time of year had a special significance in ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, and the term originates from their studies of astrology. Nowadays, the term has taken on new meanings as pet parents associate it with lazy days when dogs are so hot they just want to lay in the shade and sip an ice-cold Puppuccino. Artists are invited to share their favorite fur-baby creations of dogs and cats.

ArtCenter Manatee, 209 9th St West Bradenton, FL 34205

[SOON]  GALLERY: American Watercolor Society 157th Traveling Exhibition , January 28 – February 28, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

The American Watercolor Society began as a group of eleven painters who gathered in New York City in 1866 and began to hold exhibitions of their work. Their annual exhibitions have continued from that day. The annual juried exhibition of the AWS is open to all artists worldwide. The traveling exhibition features 40 paintings from the original 160+ exhibitors each year and travels to three to six locations each year.

ArtCenter Manatee, https://artcentermanatee.org/2023-2024-exhibit-season/

[SOON]  GALLERY: Women Contemporary Artists , January 2 – January 24, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Women Contemporary Artists (WCA) is an established organization of women in the visual arts based in Florida’s Sarasota and Manatee counties. Their mission is to provide visibility, support and inspiration to women artists. Founded in 1984, a group of twenty women artists in the region developed a plan to form a group to encourage other women artists in their artistic journeys. This talented group of women artists has continually grown each year and now has more than 150 regional members.

ArtCenter Manatee, 209 9th St West Bradenton, FL 34205

[SOON]  GALLERY: 12×12, Open Juried Show , January 2 – January 24, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

The return of a favorite, the 12×12 all media open juried show features works no larger than 12” x 12”.

ArtCenter Manatee, 209 9th St West Bradenton, FL 34205

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