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In photo: Glenda Boisseau, one of three guest artists at Molly's House First Thursday Arts

Stuart, Florida: First Thursday, Gallery Nights continues this season as the largest cooperative art partnership in Martin County history featuring 20 art galleries and the work of over 120 artists. Continued from last year for 2009-10 is the monthly focus on one of our three regions of galleries: North, Central or South. Last evening focus was on our downtown galleries, all located in and around the downtown Stuart area.

First Thursday continues each month through May 2010. A listing of all galleries and map is available online at www.martinarts.org to guide participants of gallery night to each of the locations. Join us and be a part of the arts on gallery night.

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In photo: Photographer Paul Strauss, second artist featured at Molly's House on First thursday

Stuart, Florida: First Thursday, Gallery Nights continues this season as the largest cooperative art partnership in Martin County history featuring 20 art galleries and the work of over 120 artists. Continued from last year for 2009-10 is the monthly focus on one of our three regions of galleries: North, Central or South. Last evening focus was on our downtown galleries, all located in and around the downtown Stuart area.

First Thursday continues each month through May 2010. A listing of all galleries and map is available online at www.martinarts.org to guide participants of gallery night to each of the locations. Join us and be a part of the arts on gallery night.

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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In photo: Karen Danlin shows off her pottery, Karen is the Third of three artists at Molly's House

Stuart, Florida: First Thursday, Gallery Nights continues this season as the largest cooperative art partnership in Martin County history featuring 20 art galleries and the work of over 120 artists. Continued from last year for 2009-10 is the monthly focus on one of our three regions of galleries: North, Central or South. Last evening focus was on our downtown galleries, all located in and around the downtown Stuart area.

First Thursday continues each month through May 2010. A listing of all galleries and map is available online at www.martinarts.org to guide participants of gallery night to each of the locations. Join us and be a part of the arts on gallery night.

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

Photo by: Dick Hall Out2/Martin County.com

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In photo: Louise Murtaugh, Executive Director of Molly's House welcomes Frank Beyers from Columbus, Ohio and our own favorite photographers leo Arbeznik

Stuart, Florida: First Thursday, Gallery Nights continues this season as the largest cooperative art partnership in Martin County history featuring 20 art galleries and the work of over 120 artists. Continued from last year for 2009-10 is the monthly focus on one of our three regions of galleries: North, Central or South. Last evening focus was on our downtown galleries, all located in and around the downtown Stuart area.

First Thursday continues each month through May 2010. A listing of all galleries and map is available online at www.martinarts.org to guide participants of gallery night to each of the locations. Join us and be a part of the arts on gallery night.

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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In photo: Annie Ryan shows off one of her new pieces at department of Interiors

Stuart, Florida: First Thursday, Gallery Nights continues this season as the largest cooperative art partnership in Martin County history featuring 20 art galleries and the work of over 120 artists. Continued from last year for 2009-10 is the monthly focus on one of our three regions of galleries: North, Central or South. Last evening focus was on our downtown galleries, all located in and around the downtown Stuart area.

First Thursday continues each month through May 2010. A listing of all galleries and map is available online at www.martinarts.org to guide participants of gallery night to each of the locations. Join us and be a part of the arts on gallery night.

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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In photo: Scott Strader co-featured artist at Mark Fein Gallery shows his aluminum sculptures and hostess Stephanie Hudson Forberg this month shows her Abstract Acrylics in bakground.

Stuart, Florida: First Thursday, Gallery Nights continues this season as the largest cooperative art partnership in Martin County history featuring 20 art galleries and the work of over 120 artists. Continued from last year for 2009-10 is the monthly focus on one of our three regions of galleries: North, Central or South. Last evening focus was on our downtown galleries, all located in and around the downtown Stuart area.

First Thursday continues each month through May 2010. A listing of all galleries and map is available online at www.martinarts.org to guide participants of gallery night to each of the locations. Join us and be a part of the arts on gallery night.

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

Photo by: Dick Hall Out2/Martin County.com

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In photo: A sea of Art Lovers

Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

Out2martincounty.com is a photo journal featuring people, "Who they are, what they do and where they do it".

Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

View additional photos from this event in the “Arts” Section

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Stuart -- The Stuart Arts Festival returned this weekend to record crowds, even though it rained and was chilly.

Over the years, this festival has established itself as one of the main art fairs in Martin County, just north of Palm Beach County in Stuart. The show is set up along Osceola Street in Stuart’s historic downtown area. This 20th-year event brings together some of the best artists in the nation, displaying life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography and more.

The public was able to meet and talk with the artists, asking questions about their art and creations. Media included paintings, sculptures, photos, glass, wood, jewelry, collage, and ceramics.

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BOCA RATON, FL (February 18, 2010) – Hoot/Wisdom Recordings, Florida Atlantic University’s student-operated record label, and the peace studies program in FAU’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters invites the public to attend a night of art and music aimed at raising continued support for the Haitian earthquake relief effort. “Dear Haiti: Notes of Peace and Compassion” will showcase a mixture of FAU musicians and artists. The event, which will take place on Sunday, February 21 at 7:30 p.m. in the University Theater on FAU’s Boca Raton campus, is free with all proceeds and donations going to Food for The Poor.

Artwork, donated by select FAU artists, will be on display and sold in a silent auction. Music groups from FAU will present their “letters of compassion” in the form of original music presentations. Hoot/Wisdom recording artists Danny B. and Marcus Banks will headline the event. Other acts will include a jazz-fusion combo led by FAU graduate student Kiki Sanchez and original orchestral works of sophomore music student Alton Terry. There will be donation boxes as well as letter-writing stations for attendees who would like to send their own messages. Sandra Devoe, project coordinator for Food for the Poor, will be a special guest for the event. Food for the Poor is the largest international relief and development organization in the United States.

For more information, email Sam Winikoff at swinikof@fau.edu or call 561-929-2340.

In photo: Romney Shelton Collins

Romney Shelton Collins, a native of Burke, Virginia where she exhibits and teaches on a regular basis, presented a program, “Reflections on Silver”, to The Palm City Art Associates at their February 2010 meeting in the Fellowship Hall of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Palm City.

Her interest in art was spurred by drawing classes at the College of Southern Maryland. Later on, she studied oils with international artists Robert and June Anderson and then followed it up by working with Daniel Greene. These artists have a strong basis of traditional art based on the old masters, resulting in Romney’s classical approach to painting.

Working on gessoed masonite with 3-4 coats of gesso, she tones her board with a base color upon which she lays in her mid-tones first, then darks and lastly lights. She uses Liquin as her medium and uses filbert brushes to apply her favorite colors: thalo blue, burnt umber, alizarin crimson, yellow ochre and cadmium yellow. Romney stresses "paint what you see."

Her work is shown in many galleries in Florida, Virginia and West Virginia.

The University of Charleston named Romney as one of West Virginia’s top one hundred women painters. Her work is on permanent display at the university. Romney lives with her husband in a restored historic home in GreenbrierCounty, where she exhibits and teaches art on a regular basis. During the winter months, she resides and teaches in Martin County, Florida where she teaches oil painting classes with a classical approach. Her classes usually run from January – March. For more information contact Romney at elmerfcollins@bellsouth.net.

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In photo: Local artist Mimi Mccallum and Visiting from Taos, New Mexico artist C. J. Lucien

Sewell’s Point -- Well-known local artist Mimi McCallum is experiencing quite a busy season, Mimi unveiled her poster for the Hobe Sound Art Show two weeks ago. She was been featured artist at Palm City Art Associates in late January. She is always available for First Thursday Art Tour at The Fish House Gallery in Port Salerno and now a companion showing at harbor Bay plaza.

Surrounded by several of her magnificent paintings, Mimi explained that although she is known for her figurative art, her uniqueness is her color palette. She says the use of strong primary colors set up an up-beat mood -- colors so vibrant they jump off the canvas. Composition and perspective come together forming statements about subjects. And her paintings certainly display these characteristics. Her style is realistic with painterly overtones in her favorite medium, oil. Her subjects range from figures at the beach to Flora and landscapes.

A retired art teacher, Mimi now has a working studio at the Fish House Art Center in Port Salerno where her paintings can be seen. They can also be seen at www.mimimccallum.com.

Joining Mimi in this special showing is CJ Lucien, a highly talented artist and designer who recently moved here from Taos, New Mexico. C.J. who is also an interior designer has been showing since the Fall here at The Elliot Museum juried art show, West Palm Beach and can also be seen at Rare Earth Gallery.

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In photo: New Local artist a Bluebonnet from Dallas and more recently Taos, New Mexico artist C. J. Lucien

Sewell’s Point -- Well-known local artist Mimi McCallum is experiencing quite a busy season, Mimi unveiled her poster for the Hobe Sound Art Show two weeks ago. She was been featured artist at Palm City Art Associates in late January. She is always available for First Thursday Art Tour at The Fish House Gallery in Port Salerno and now a companion showing at harbor Bay plaza.

Surrounded by several of her magnificent paintings, Mimi explained that although she is known for her figurative art, her uniqueness is her color palette. She says the use of strong primary colors set up an up-beat mood -- colors so vibrant they jump off the canvas. Composition and perspective come together forming statements about subjects. And her paintings certainly display these characteristics. Her style is realistic with painterly overtones in her favorite medium, oil. Her subjects range from figures at the beach to Flora and landscapes.

A retired art teacher, Mimi now has a working studio at the Fish House Art Center in Port Salerno where her paintings can be seen. They can also be seen at www.mimimccallum.com.

Joining Mimi in this special showing is CJ Lucien, a highly talented artist and designer who recently moved here from Taos, New Mexico. C.J. who is also an interior designer has been showing since the Fall here at The Elliot Museum juried art show, West Palm Beach and can also be seen at Rare Earth Gallery.

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Hobe Sound -- The Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts was held February 6th and 7th. The Festival is a co-sponsored event by the Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce and the GFWC Hobe Sound Women’s Club. Thousands of people attended to see a wonderful display of artwork from jewelry, painting, photography, wood and metal works to fiber arts.

The GFWC Hobe Sound Women’s Club sponsored a children’s art competition during the recent Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts. Children entered their artwork, and the winner, Rose Kissel, had her art on a T-shirt for sale during the Arts Festival. All proceeds go towards education in MartinCounty. All children’s art entries were also on display at the Festival.

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Hobe Sound -- The Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts was held February 6th and 7th. The Festival is a co-sponsored event by the Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce and the GFWC Hobe Sound Women’s Club. Thousands of people attended to see a wonderful display of artwork from jewelry, painting, photography, wood and metal works to fiber arts.

The GFWC Hobe Sound Women’s Club sponsored a children’s art competition during the recent Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts. Children entered their artwork, and the winner, Rose Kissel, had her art on a T-shirt for sale during the Arts Festival. All proceeds go towards education in MartinCounty. All children’s art entries were also on display at the Festival.

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Hobe Sound -- The Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts was held February 6th and 7th. The Festival is a co-sponsored event by the Hobe Sound Chamber of Commerce and the GFWC Hobe Sound Women’s Club. Thousands of people attended to see a wonderful display of artwork from jewelry, painting, photography, wood and metal works to fiber arts.

The GFWC Hobe Sound Women’s Club sponsored a children’s art competition during the recent Hobe Sound Festival of the Arts. Children entered their artwork, and the winner, Rose Kissel, had her art on a T-shirt for sale during the Arts Festival. All proceeds go towards education in MartinCounty. All children’s art entries were also on display at the Festival.

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In photo: Mimi McCallum

By Ruthann Hewson

Palm City -- Well-known local artist Mimi McCallum gave a lively presentation to the Palm City Art Associates at their January meeting at Immanuel Lutheran Church's fellowship hall about the "Challenges & Solutions in Oil"

Surrounded by several of her magnificent paintings, Mimi explained that although she is known for her figurative art, her uniqueness is her color pallette. She says the use of strong primary colors set up an up-beat mood -- colors so vibrant they jump off the canvas. Composition and perspective come together forming statements about subjects. And her paintings certainly display these characteristics. Her style is realistic with painterly overtones in her favorite medium, oil. Her subjects range from figures at the beach to Flora and landscapes.

A retired art teacher, Mimi now has a working studio at the Fish House Art Center in Port Salerno where he paintings can be seen. They can also be seen at www.mimimccallum.com.

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Stuart -- Hutchinson Island -- More than 50 works from the extraordinarily talented faculty members of The Studio at the Elliott Museum went on view this weekend. A wide variety of media is used ranging from pastels to oil to fiber art to photography.....and everything in between!

This is also an opportunity to see what techniques you can learn by taking a class from any of these fabulous artists. Many of the pieces on exhibit are available for sale and a great way to add to your art collection or for that matter, start one!

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Stuart -- Hutchinson Island -- More than 50 works from the extraordinarily talented faculty members of The Studio at the Elliott Museum went on view this weekend. A wide variety of media is used ranging from pastels to oil to fiber art to photography.....and everything in between!

This is also an opportunity to see what techniques you can learn by taking a class from any of these fabulous artists. Many of the pieces on exhibit are available for sale and a great way to add to your art collection or for that matter, start one!

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Stuart -- Hutchinson Island -- More than 50 works from the extraordinarily talented faculty members of The Studio at the Elliott Museum went on view this weekend. A wide variety of media is used ranging from pastels to oil to fiber art to photography.....and everything in between!

This is also an opportunity to see what techniques you can learn by taking a class from any of these fabulous artists. Many of the pieces on exhibit are available for sale and a great way to add to your art collection or for that matter, start one!

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Stuart -- Hutchinson Island -- More than 50 works from the extraordinarily talented faculty members of The Studio at the Elliott Museum went on view this weekend. A wide variety of media is used ranging from pastels to oil to fiber art to photography.....and everything in between!

This is also an opportunity to see what techniques you can learn by taking a class from any of these fabulous artists. Many of the pieces on exhibit are available for sale and a great way to add to your art collection or for that matter, start one!

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Stuart -- Hutchinson Island -- More than 50 works from the extraordinarily talented faculty members of The Studio at the Elliott Museum went on view this weekend. A wide variety of media is used ranging from pastels to oil to fiber art to photography.....and everything in between!

This is also an opportunity to see what techniques you can learn by taking a class from any of these fabulous artists. Many of the pieces on exhibit are available for sale and a great way to add to your art collection or for that matter, start one!

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Stuart -- Hutchinson Island -- More than 50 works from the extraordinarily talented faculty members of The Studio at the Elliott Museum went on view this weekend. A wide variety of media is used ranging from pastels to oil to fiber art to photography.....and everything in between!

This is also an opportunity to see what techniques you can learn by taking a class from any of these fabulous artists. Many of the pieces on exhibit are available for sale and a great way to add to your art collection or for that matter, start one!

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Stuart -- Hutchinson Island -- More than 50 works from the extraordinarily talented faculty members of The Studio at the Elliott Museum went on view this weekend. A wide variety of media is used ranging from pastels to oil to fiber art to photography.....and everything in between!

This is also an opportunity to see what techniques you can learn by taking a class from any of these fabulous artists. Many of the pieces on exhibit are available for sale and a great way to add to your art collection or for that matter, start one!

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Stuart -- Hutchinson Island -- More than 50 works from the extraordinarily talented faculty members of The Studio at the Elliott Museum went on view this weekend. A wide variety of media is used ranging from pastels to oil to fiber art to photography.....and everything in between!

This is also an opportunity to see what techniques you can learn by taking a class from any of these fabulous artists. Many of the pieces on exhibit are available for sale and a great way to add to your art collection or for that matter, start one!

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Stuart -- Hutchinson Island -- More than 50 works from the extraordinarily talented faculty members of The Studio at the Elliott Museum went on view this weekend. A wide variety of media is used ranging from pastels to oil to fiber art to photography.....and everything in between!

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Stuart -- Friday night which is usually a somewhat quiet night in Downtown Stuart was not the case on January 15th,

2010. Downtown Stuart seemed a little more a glow like being in New York City's Soho. Street carolers promoting stage productions went through town as beautiful music rocked S.E. Ocean blvd. created by live bands. Vendors along with some of the best musicians I have heard in long while in our somewhat "quiet" but precious little town were doing what they do best. Stuart buzzed and even hummed. Stuart's Cultural Art Center was busy honoring a veteran artist of our city, Howard Schaeffer.

Meanwhile just off of confusion corner Marian Christy's works were on display at the Grand Opening of Osceola32. A few hundred people were sipping champagne and eating appetizers as they took in the magic of the "Christy" everyone longs to own. Viewers could not believe that one woman could create such a wide array of mystical and unique french impressionistic watercolors. This was a powerful moment for Bostonian Marian Christy who humbly stood before her art.

The illustrious celebrity, Boston Globe columnist, acclaimed award winning writer made her first trip to Florida since her accident which damaged her one arm and remarkably she journeyed to Stuart to exhibit her art for the first time is in a commercial gallery. Everyone had an opportunity to speak with Christy as she explained her ground breaking technique in watercolor with use of the palette knife.

The Roddy winning painter, who is outwardly beautiful as well as is inwardly, at age 78 gracefully answered questions and recited her stories which accompanied each painting throughout the night. It was both a tender and poignant moment to see the artist amongst so many attentive viewers who sincerely welcomed her to Stuart. Her prolific amount of works were impeccably assembled and displayed assisted by Pat Hendershot art consultant to the gallery. Robert Steinberg played piano throughout the entire night providing an ambiance of celebration and respect for such an amazing moment in Stuart's history. The comments from all attending shared the central theme of appreciation for the opportunity to witness such a brilliant show: "One woman many perspectives III." The "Why not Stuart show" had paved the way for the absolutely metamorphosis of Stuart's being called "Little Soho's sister." "Keep on keeping on" Osceola32 and a hearty welcome indeed.

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Stuart -- Friday night which is usually a somewhat quiet night in Downtown Stuart was not the case on January 15th,

2010. Downtown Stuart seemed a little more a glow like being in New York City's Soho. Street carolers promoting stage productions went through town as beautiful music rocked S.E. Ocean blvd. created by live bands. Vendors along with some of the best musicians I have heard in long while in our somewhat "quiet" but precious little town were doing what they do best. Stuart buzzed and even hummed. Stuart's Cultural Art Center was busy honoring a veteran artist of our city, Howard Schaeffer.

Meanwhile just off of confusion corner Marian Christy's works were on display at the Grand Opening of Osceola32. A few hundred people were sipping champagne and eating appetizers as they took in the magic of the "Christy" everyone longs to own. Viewers could not believe that one woman could create such a wide array of mystical and unique french impressionistic watercolors. This was a powerful moment for Bostonian Marian Christy who humbly stood before her art.

The illustrious celebrity, Boston Globe columnist, acclaimed award winning writer made her first trip to Florida since her accident which damaged her one arm and remarkably she journeyed to Stuart to exhibit her art for the first time is in a commercial gallery. Everyone had an opportunity to speak with Christy as she explained her ground breaking technique in watercolor with use of the palette knife.

The Roddy winning painter, who is outwardly beautiful as well as is inwardly, at age 78 gracefully answered questions and recited her stories which accompanied each painting throughout the night. It was both a tender and poignant moment to see the artist amongst so many attentive viewers who sincerely welcomed her to Stuart. Her prolific amount of works were impeccably assembled and displayed assisted by Pat Hendershot art consultant to the gallery. Robert Steinberg played piano throughout the entire night providing an ambiance of celebration and respect for such an amazing moment in Stuart's history. The comments from all attending shared the central theme of appreciation for the opportunity to witness such a brilliant show: "One woman many perspectives III." The "Why not Stuart show" had paved the way for the absolutely metamorphosis of Stuart's being called "Little Soho's sister." "Keep on keeping on" Osceola32 and a hearty welcome indeed.

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Stuart -- Friday night which is usually a somewhat quiet night in Downtown Stuart was not the case on January 15th,

2010. Downtown Stuart seemed a little more a glow like being in New York City's Soho. Street carolers promoting stage productions went through town as beautiful music rocked S.E. Ocean blvd. created by live bands. Vendors along with some of the best musicians I have heard in long while in our somewhat "quiet" but precious little town were doing what they do best. Stuart buzzed and even hummed. Stuart's Cultural Art Center was busy honoring a veteran artist of our city, Howard Schaeffer.

Meanwhile just off of confusion corner Marian Christy's works were on display at the Grand Opening of Osceola32. A few hundred people were sipping champagne and eating appetizers as they took in the magic of the "Christy" everyone longs to own. Viewers could not believe that one woman could create such a wide array of mystical and unique french impressionistic watercolors. This was a powerful moment for Bostonian Marian Christy who humbly stood before her art.

The illustrious celebrity, Boston Globe columnist, acclaimed award winning writer made her first trip to Florida since her accident which damaged her one arm and remarkably she journeyed to Stuart to exhibit her art for the first time is in a commercial gallery. Everyone had an opportunity to speak with Christy as she explained her ground breaking technique in watercolor with use of the palette knife.

The Roddy winning painter, who is outwardly beautiful as well as is inwardly, at age 78 gracefully answered questions and recited her stories which accompanied each painting throughout the night. It was both a tender and poignant moment to see the artist amongst so many attentive viewers who sincerely welcomed her to Stuart. Her prolific amount of works were impeccably assembled and displayed assisted by Pat Hendershot art consultant to the gallery. Robert Steinberg played piano throughout the entire night providing an ambiance of celebration and respect for such an amazing moment in Stuart's history. The comments from all attending shared the central theme of appreciation for the opportunity to witness such a brilliant show: "One woman many perspectives III." The "Why not Stuart show" had paved the way for the absolutely metamorphosis of Stuart's being called "Little Soho's sister." "Keep on keeping on" Osceola32 and a hearty welcome indeed.

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Stuart -- Friday night which is usually a somewhat quiet night in Downtown Stuart was not the case on January 15th,

2010. Downtown Stuart seemed a little more a glow like being in New York City's Soho. Street carolers promoting stage productions went through town as beautiful music rocked S.E. Ocean blvd. created by live bands. Vendors along with some of the best musicians I have heard in long while in our somewhat "quiet" but precious little town were doing what they do best. Stuart buzzed and even hummed. Stuart's Cultural Art Center was busy honoring a veteran artist of our city, Howard Schaeffer.

Meanwhile just off of confusion corner Marian Christy's works were on display at the Grand Opening of Osceola32. A few hundred people were sipping champagne and eating appetizers as they took in the magic of the "Christy" everyone longs to own. Viewers could not believe that one woman could create such a wide array of mystical and unique french impressionistic watercolors. This was a powerful moment for Bostonian Marian Christy who humbly stood before her art.

The illustrious celebrity, Boston Globe columnist, acclaimed award winning writer made her first trip to Florida since her accident which damaged her one arm and remarkably she journeyed to Stuart to exhibit her art for the first time is in a commercial gallery. Everyone had an opportunity to speak with Christy as she explained her ground breaking technique in watercolor with use of the palette knife.

The Roddy winning painter, who is outwardly beautiful as well as is inwardly, at age 78 gracefully answered questions and recited her stories which accompanied each painting throughout the night. It was both a tender and poignant moment to see the artist amongst so many attentive viewers who sincerely welcomed her to Stuart. Her prolific amount of works were impeccably assembled and displayed assisted by Pat Hendershot art consultant to the gallery. Robert Steinberg played piano throughout the entire night providing an ambiance of celebration and respect for such an amazing moment in Stuart's history. The comments from all attending shared the central theme of appreciation for the opportunity to witness such a brilliant show: "One woman many perspectives III." The "Why not Stuart show" had paved the way for the absolutely metamorphosis of Stuart's being called "Little Soho's sister." "Keep on keeping on" Osceola32 and a hearty welcome indeed.

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By: Jeannie Ferarra

STUART, FL.—Martin County’s oldest stage, the Barn Theatre, is proud to present, “Rumors,” a farce by Neil Simon, directed by Jan Buzzeo. The show opens on January 22nd, and runs through February, 7th, 2010 (with a special preview performance for the Pink Tie Friends on January 21st). Tickets are $20pp for reserved seats, with tickets for students available for $10pp every Wednesday. Student and groups rates are available.

Just in time to relieve post-Holiday stress, Buzzeo and company set the stage for Rumors in the large, tastefully appointed Sneden's Landing townhouse. The show begins with the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a severe attack of Farce. As the confusions and mis-commnications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity. * Please be advised that this show contains Adult Language and may not be suitable for younger audiences.

The Barn Theatre has regularly entertained local non-profit and charity groups prior to opening night. The Producers, directors, and thespians generously provide a “sneak-peek” and lovely intermission reception, which is probably one of the best-kept secrets in Stuart.

Do not miss your chance to be a part of this side-splitting evening! Stop by the Barn Theater at: 2400 SE Ocean Blvd. , Stuart , Florida , or visit: www. http://www.barn-theatre.com/, or call: 772-287-4884, see you at the show!

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By: Jeannie Ferarra

STUART, FL.—Martin County’s oldest stage, the Barn Theatre, is proud to present, “Rumors,” a farce by Neil Simon, directed by Jan Buzzeo. The show opens on January 22nd, and runs through February, 7th, 2010 (with a special preview performance for the Pink Tie Friends on January 21st). Tickets are $20pp for reserved seats, with tickets for students available for $10pp every Wednesday. Student and groups rates are available.

Just in time to relieve post-Holiday stress, Buzzeo and company set the stage for Rumors in the large, tastefully appointed Sneden's Landing townhouse. The show begins with the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a severe attack of Farce. As the confusions and mis-commnications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity. * Please be advised that this show contains Adult Language and may not be suitable for younger audiences.

The Barn Theatre has regularly entertained local non-profit and charity groups prior to opening night. The Producers, directors, and thespians generously provide a “sneak-peek” and lovely intermission reception, which is probably one of the best-kept secrets in Stuart.

Do not miss your chance to be a part of this side-splitting evening! Stop by the Barn Theater at: 2400 SE Ocean Blvd. , Stuart , Florida , or visit: www. http://www.barn-theatre.com/, or call: 772-287-4884, see you at the show!

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By: Jeannie Ferarra

STUART, FL.—Martin County’s oldest stage, the Barn Theatre, is proud to present, “Rumors,” a farce by Neil Simon, directed by Jan Buzzeo. The show opens on January 22nd, and runs through February, 7th, 2010 (with a special preview performance for the Pink Tie Friends on January 21st). Tickets are $20pp for reserved seats, with tickets for students available for $10pp every Wednesday. Student and groups rates are available.

Just in time to relieve post-Holiday stress, Buzzeo and company set the stage for Rumors in the large, tastefully appointed Sneden's Landing townhouse. The show begins with the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a severe attack of Farce. As the confusions and mis-commnications mount, the evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity. * Please be advised that this show contains Adult Language and may not be suitable for younger audiences.

The Barn Theatre has regularly entertained local non-profit and charity groups prior to opening night. The Producers, directors, and thespians generously provide a “sneak-peek” and lovely intermission reception, which is probably one of the best-kept secrets in Stuart.

Do not miss your chance to be a part of this side-splitting evening! Stop by the Barn Theater at: 2400 SE Ocean Blvd. , Stuart , Florida , or visit: www. http://www.barn-theatre.com/, or call: 772-287-4884, see you at the show!

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In photo: First Place - Tortuga by Maria V. Aguirre

HUTCHINSON ISLAND, STUART -- The Elliott Museum’s 6th Annual Juried Art Show previewed last evening to rave reviews. Nearly 200 guests drank in the wonderful works created by area artists and waited anxiously for the announcement of the winning pieces.

Hundreds of entries interpreting this year’s theme “Florida Expressions and Reflections” were submitted. Artists seized the opportunity to explore and celebrate Florida's unique history, lifestyle and environment utilizing various media, technique and subject matter.

This year we were honored to have the eminently qualified Robert Sindelir as the judge for the entries submitted. A force within the south Florida art community, Sindelie is a well-respected gallery director and Director Emeritus at the Kendall Campus Art Gallery of Miami-Dade Community College. He has curated more than 200 exhibitions including the Florida Visual Arts Fellowships: 25th Anniversary Edition and is a founding director of Dade County Art in Public Places. Sindelir’s vast curatorial experience and incredible knowledge of classical and contemporary art will provided for thoughtful and meritorious selections.

“The Elliott Museum is always very proud, and privileged to host the Juried Art Exhibition,” stated Marlee Matheson, Board Member and Gallery Committee Chair. “The exhibition is always special as it showcases the many talented artists we have in this area….and this year is no different.”

The winning artists and pieces are:

First Place - Tortuga by Maria V. Aguirre

Second Place - Quiote’s Mamba by Doug Macon

Third place: - Shadow on a Leaf by Peggy Packer

Honorable Mentions: Signal Elegy by Dennis Aufiery

Vanitas in the Florida Room by Paula Rubino Sponge Docks, Tarpon Springs Florida by Blair Ford Findango by Jo Ellen Howard Beach Scene by Madeline C. Reilly

The 6th Annual Juried Art Show opens to the public on December 11th and will run through January 17th. Artists and art lovers alike are encouraged to come and be inspired by this outstanding exhibit.

See what is possible and then tap into your artistic side by signing up for a class …. or two…at The Studio at the Elliott. Regardless of your age or skill level, there’s a place at The Studio for you. Sign up today! Check the class listings on the Elliott’s website: www.elliottmuseumfl.org

If you would like to find out more about the art exhibit or the classes offered at The Studio at the Elliott, call 772-225-1961 ext. 107

For over four decades, The Elliott Museum on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida, has served as a cultural and educational resource for thousands of residents, tourists and automobile enthusiasts. The Elliott Museum is a celebration of innovation . . . of how creativity and ingenuity have changed lives, and made history. It is owned and operated by the Historical Society of Martin County, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and interpreting our region’s heritage. The mission of the Elliott Museum is to interpret and celebrate the genius of innovation, creativity and the historical events in Martin County and the surrounding region, all within an environment of learning and discovery.

The Historical Society of Martin County, headquartered at the Elliott Museum in Stuart, was founded in 1955 and operates both the Elliott Museum and the House of Refuge at Gilbert’s Bar, Martin County’s oldest building. The HSMC collects and preserves American life in the context of the St. Lucie River region. A private non-profit organization, the HSMC relies on membership and charitable donations to continue the mission of educating the community about the richness of our area. The Elliott Museum houses one of the finest collections of American antiques, decorative arts, baseball memorabilia and vintage automobiles that celebrate the Golden Age of American creativity, and of course, local and Florida history.

For more information about membership in the Historical Society of Martin County please call 772-225-1961, ext. 112 or log onto www.elliottmuseumfl.org.

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In photo: Second Place - Quiote’s Mamba by Doug Macon

HUTCHINSON ISLAND, STUART -- The Elliott Museum’s 6th Annual Juried Art Show previewed last evening to rave reviews. Nearly 200 guests drank in the wonderful works created by area artists and waited anxiously for the announcement of the winning pieces.

Hundreds of entries interpreting this year’s theme “Florida Expressions and Reflections” were submitted. Artists seized the opportunity to explore and celebrate Florida's unique history, lifestyle and environment utilizing various media, technique and subject matter.

This year we were honored to have the eminently qualified Robert Sindelir as the judge for the entries submitted. A force within the south Florida art community, Sindelie is a well-respected gallery director and Director Emeritus at the Kendall Campus Art Gallery of Miami-Dade Community College. He has curated more than 200 exhibitions including the Florida Visual Arts Fellowships: 25th Anniversary Edition and is a founding director of Dade County Art in Public Places. Sindelir’s vast curatorial experience and incredible knowledge of classical and contemporary art will provided for thoughtful and meritorious selections.

“The Elliott Museum is always very proud, and privileged to host the Juried Art Exhibition,” stated Marlee Matheson, Board Member and Gallery Committee Chair. “The exhibition is always special as it showcases the many talented artists we have in this area….and this year is no different.”

The winning artists and pieces are:

First Place - Tortuga by Maria V. Aguirre

Second Place - Quiote’s Mamba by Doug Macon

Third place: - Shadow on a Leaf by Peggy Packer

Honorable Mentions: Signal Elegy by Dennis Aufiery

Vanitas in the Florida Room by Paula Rubino Sponge Docks, Tarpon Springs Florida by Blair Ford Findango by Jo Ellen Howard Beach Scene by Madeline C. Reilly

The 6th Annual Juried Art Show opens to the public on December 11th and will run through January 17th. Artists and art lovers alike are encouraged to come and be inspired by this outstanding exhibit.

See what is possible and then tap into your artistic side by signing up for a class …. or two…at The Studio at the Elliott. Regardless of your age or skill level, there’s a place at The Studio for you. Sign up today! Check the class listings on the Elliott’s website: www.elliottmuseumfl.org

If you would like to find out more about the art exhibit or the classes offered at The Studio at the Elliott, call 772-225-1961 ext. 107

For over four decades, The Elliott Museum on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida, has served as a cultural and educational resource for thousands of residents, tourists and automobile enthusiasts. The Elliott Museum is a celebration of innovation . . . of how creativity and ingenuity have changed lives, and made history. It is owned and operated by the Historical Society of Martin County, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and interpreting our region’s heritage. The mission of the Elliott Museum is to interpret and celebrate the genius of innovation, creativity and the historical events in Martin County and the surrounding region, all within an environment of learning and discovery.

The Historical Society of Martin County, headquartered at the Elliott Museum in Stuart, was founded in 1955 and operates both the Elliott Museum and the House of Refuge at Gilbert’s Bar, Martin County’s oldest building. The HSMC collects and preserves American life in the context of the St. Lucie River region. A private non-profit organization, the HSMC relies on membership and charitable donations to continue the mission of educating the community about the richness of our area. The Elliott Museum houses one of the finest collections of American antiques, decorative arts, baseball memorabilia and vintage automobiles that celebrate the Golden Age of American creativity, and of course, local and Florida history.

For more information about membership in the Historical Society of Martin County please call 772-225-1961, ext. 112 or log onto www.elliottmuseumfl.org.

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In photo: First Place - Tortuga by Maria V. Aguirre

HUTCHINSON ISLAND, STUART -- The Elliott Museum’s 6th Annual Juried Art Show previewed last evening to rave reviews. Nearly 200 guests drank in the wonderful works created by area artists and waited anxiously for the announcement of the winning pieces.

Hundreds of entries interpreting this year’s theme “Florida Expressions and Reflections” were submitted. Artists seized the opportunity to explore and celebrate Florida's unique history, lifestyle and environment utilizing various media, technique and subject matter.

This year we were honored to have the eminently qualified Robert Sindelir as the judge for the entries submitted. A force within the south Florida art community, Sindelie is a well-respected gallery director and Director Emeritus at the Kendall Campus Art Gallery of Miami-Dade Community College. He has curated more than 200 exhibitions including the Florida Visual Arts Fellowships: 25th Anniversary Edition and is a founding director of Dade County Art in Public Places. Sindelir’s vast curatorial experience and incredible knowledge of classical and contemporary art will provided for thoughtful and meritorious selections.

“The Elliott Museum is always very proud, and privileged to host the Juried Art Exhibition,” stated Marlee Matheson, Board Member and Gallery Committee Chair. “The exhibition is always special as it showcases the many talented artists we have in this area….and this year is no different.”

The winning artists and pieces are:

First Place - Tortuga by Maria V. Aguirre

Second Place - Quiote’s Mamba by Doug Macon

Third place: - Shadow on a Leaf by Peggy Packer

Honorable Mentions: Signal Elegy by Dennis Aufiery

Vanitas in the Florida Room by Paula Rubino Sponge Docks, Tarpon Springs Florida by Blair Ford Findango by Jo Ellen Howard Beach Scene by Madeline C. Reilly

The 6th Annual Juried Art Show opens to the public on December 11th and will run through January 17th. Artists and art lovers alike are encouraged to come and be inspired by this outstanding exhibit.

See what is possible and then tap into your artistic side by signing up for a class …. or two…at The Studio at the Elliott. Regardless of your age or skill level, there’s a place at The Studio for you. Sign up today! Check the class listings on the Elliott’s website: www.elliottmuseumfl.org

If you would like to find out more about the art exhibit or the classes offered at The Studio at the Elliott, call 772-225-1961 ext. 107

For over four decades, The Elliott Museum on Hutchinson Island in Stuart, Florida, has served as a cultural and educational resource for thousands of residents, tourists and automobile enthusiasts. The Elliott Museum is a celebration of innovation . . . of how creativity and ingenuity have changed lives, and made history. It is owned and operated by the Historical Society of Martin County, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and interpreting our region’s heritage. The mission of the Elliott Museum is to interpret and celebrate the genius of innovation, creativity and the historical events in Martin County and the surrounding region, all within an environment of learning and discovery.

The Historical Society of Martin County, headquartered at the Elliott Museum in Stuart, was founded in 1955 and operates both the Elliott Museum and the House of Refuge at Gilbert’s Bar, Martin County’s oldest building. The HSMC collects and preserves American life in the context of the St. Lucie River region. A private non-profit organization, the HSMC relies on membership and charitable donations to continue the mission of educating the community about the richness of our area. The Elliott Museum houses one of the finest collections of American antiques, decorative arts, baseball memorabilia and vintage automobiles that celebrate the Golden Age of American creativity, and of course, local and Florida history.

For more information about membership in the Historical Society of Martin County please call 772-225-1961, ext. 112 or log onto www.elliottmuseumfl.org.

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Do you have something to say, an event to talk about? An event you would like me to cover? Do it here! Email your story or request to me at rshall@out2martincounty.com

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Stuart, FL, December 2, 2009 –Local businesses, restaurants, organizations and non-profits: here is your chance to take part in the premiere visual and performing arts festival on the Treasure Coast and in turn promote your business. The Arts Council is currently accepting applications for community booths and food vendors to enhance their signature event, ArtsFest© 2010.

The ArtsFest© is a huge community event that features a superior juried arts show, micro-brewed beers and fine wines and many activities for the kids. This year, the festival will also include exciting, cultural entertainment from a calypso-style, steel drum band, dancers on stilts and Caribbean dancers. With nearly 15,000 attendees, this is a great opportunity to gain exposure for your business or organization. If you are interested in participating with either a community booth or as a food vendor, please visit www.martinarts.org or call the Arts Council at 772-287-6646. Food and community booth spaces are limited and fill up quickly so don’t wait to get your applications in!

The Arts Council Inc. serving Stuart and Martin County is a 501(c)3 non-profit membership organization that supports the arts and artists. The Arts Council and the Court House Cultural Center Gallery are located at 80 E. Ocean Boulevard, Stuart, Florida. For information visit the Arts Council website at www.martinarts.org or call 772-287-6676.

The Arts Council is sponsored in part by the Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Arts Council, City of Stuart, Martin County Board of County Commissioners, and private contributions.

Stuart -- The Arts Council, lead agency for EcoArt Treasure Coast, received notification that the project was one of 109 grants to be funded from a highly competitive field of 277 grants received by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs. The grant is in the amount of $25,000.

EcoArt Treasure Coast is an important and pioneering endeavor that utilizes the creativity of the arts to address a variety of environmental concerns in our community. The Arts Council is proud to be partnering with the South Florida Environmental Art Project to bring ecoart to our region. With this funding from the State, it ensures that funds already committed by the Community Foundation from Palm Beach and Martin Counties are leveraged to support the training of artists as possible as ecoartists and help them to bring a project to life for the betterment of our community,” stated Jeanette Mueller, chairman.

Following the launch of a symposium and educational exhibition at the Court House Cultural Center about EcoArt this past Spring, the next step for EcoArt Treasure Coast is to conduct a workshop with local artists who have applied to be considered as the ecoart apprentice artists. Renowned ecoart artist Betsy Damon will conduct this session on November 9.

Additional funding for this project and in-kind support, such as the loan of an eco-friendly vehicle during Damon’s visits to Stuart and studio space for the apprentices are still needed. If you have resources or ideas to share, please contact us, 772-287-6676.

For more about EcoArt Treasure Coast, visit www.martinarts.org and follow the links to the many resources that are available on this groundbreaking new art form that is in keeping with today’s focus on improving the environment around us.

Port St. Lucie -- For seven years, remarkable female artists of St. Lucie County have gathered to put on a unique show, great party and make a difference in the lives of area children. This year, the gallery that created and hosts this remarkable show has been nominated for a national award because of its humanitarian efforts in the community. Lafferandre Gallery has been nominated by NICHE magazine for a “Best In-Store Event” award. Only 19 galleries throughout the country were nominated for this prestigious award, and the winner will be announced on August 8th at a black-tie dinner in Philadelphia for industry professionals.

The nomination for the unique marketing effort by Lafferandre Gallery known as The Women of St. Lucie County, celebrates the effort which combined an opportunity for amateur and professional artists of St. Lucie County to show and sell their work at the Lafferandre Gallery in Historic Downtown Fort Pierce. A portion of the proceeds from each sale during the popular show were donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters, a non-profit organization which helps provide mentoring for children in our community. The show, always well-attended by the community, is always exciting and features a broad mix of two and three-dimensional art.

While the award nomination may have come as a surprise to gallery owners “Laff” and Leslie Lafferandre, the Lafferandre Gallery is no stranger to giving back to the community of Fort Pierce. Leslie Lafferandre was quick to give credit to Southern Eagle Distributing for sponsoring the annual event, and to the marvelous work of Big Brothers Big Sisters in providing a positive impact on the children of the community and its future. The Lafferandre Gallery is located at 205 North Second Street in historic downtown Fort Pierce (772) 489-4255. For additional information on Big Brothers Big Sisters, please call (772) 466-8535.

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