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 February seems to have just March-ed on by us, so we’re springing into a new season! The 38th Annual All Florida Juried Exhibition opens March 1, marking our longest running exhibition. Come see the 56 chosen pieces, on display through March 29. Catch the last two outdoor concerts of the season: March 3 featuring the Penny Creek Band or March 17 for the ACMA Songwriters in the Round. Don’t forget to sign your kiddos up for our popular Spring Break Arts Camp, March 18-22. Finally, tie up the month with the first ever Nude Nocturne. March 30 is sure to be an alluring evening you won’t want to miss. March’s Featured Gallery Exhibit  38th Annual All Florida Exhibition In the Gallery March 1-30 • Opening Reception: March 1, 5-7pm • This event is open to the public. Come meet your neighbors and enjoy beverages and light refreshments from Jayne Baker at this event! This annual show is the most anticipated of the year. As the name suggests, this exhibition features pieces created by artists working in a wide variety of media from all over the 65,000 square miles that make up Florida. The juried entries come together for an award-winning and exciting exhibition representing today’s contemporary Florida artists. Accepted Artists: Tony Alvarez, Racheal Braley, Ricki Brandschain, Autumn Britton, Heidi Lewis Coleman, Steve Conley, Danee Damore, Lisa DiFranza, Christian Duran, Alane Enyart, Anders Fernbach, Anna Fischler, Muffy Clark Gill, Janet God, NC Hagood, Alida Hernandez, Latonya Hicks, Kai Hoffert, Susan Hurwitch, Dan Jensen, Kathleen Kinkopf, Megan Kissinger, Romas Kukalis, Amarelle Kukici, Wendy Kusmaul Keeling, Seana Leah, Felipe Lopez, Zelma Loseke, Aphrodite Lutz, Patricia Maguire, Inna Malostovker, Karen Meredith, Chrystyne Novack, Julie Obney, Julie Olander, Tracy Owen-Cullimore, Katrina Parker, Patricia Payzant, Creighton Phillips, Ty Raderstorf, Teresa Radomski, Galal Ramadan, Timothy Reilly, Linda Reymore, John Rizza, Wes Sprecher, Gerald Stone, Alice Sundstrom, Grace Thornburg, Khaysie Tiburcio, Bridget Vizoso, Wendy Wagner Campbell, Benjamin West, Terry White, Patricia Zalisko, Peter Zell. Theatre Gallery: How Do I Know You? by Pam Lowe Pam has worked in textiles and improvisational quilt-making since college, and throughout her public health nursing career. Since relocating to southwest Florida in 2014, she has been painting using watercolor, acrylics and mixed media as well as building a body of work in printmaking. Members Gallery Artist: Member’s Photography Club Our Member’s Only Photography Club is a monthly meeting hosted by local photographer Duncan Metts. This exhibition will feature the printed works of the club participants. Find Out More → View All Events →  StoryCorps at the Alliance Now – March 15 • StoryCorps is committed to the idea that everyone has an important story to tell and that everyone’s story matters. Their mission: to help us believe in each other by illuminating the humanity and possibility in us all — one story at a time. The famous StoryCorps Airstream will be parked on campus through March 15, with both in-person and virtual recording session options. Sign up with someone you’re close to to deepen your relationship or for the new One Small Step option to discuss your beliefs and values with someone you do not know. All sessions are one-hour and will be submitted to the U.S. Library of Congress and in StoryCorps online archive. Find Out More → View All Events →  Through the Decades Spring Concert March 2, 5:30-10:00 pm • Get Ready to groove Studio 54 style! Join us for an unforgettable night of live funky and disco tunes with The Collaboration Band featuring Larry D and Rashima. This event is proudly sponsored by Dorcey Law Firm and hosted by The Rotary Club of Fort Myers at the Alliance for the Arts. Don’t miss this night filled with incredible music and community spirit. Get Tickets → View All Events →  Outdoor Bluegrass Concert featuring the Penny Creek Band Sunday, March 3, 3-5:00 pm • The Penny Creek Band is a contemporary bluegrass band formed in 2005 and based out of Melbourne, Florida. They are a unique group of musicians that produce heart-felt, hard driving bluegrass music with tons of variety that keeps their audiences on the edge of their seats. Combining traditional bluegrass, vintage country, fresh original material, tons of energy and excitement, Penny Creek provides an abundance of entertainment value and has earned a reputation as a crowd favorite. Pre-sale seating is limited to 132 and is first come, first serve. In the case of bad weather, the show will be moved indoors to the Fould’s Theatre. Additional tickets may be available at the door, weather permitting. Get Tickets → View All Events →  StoryCorps Community Listening Event Thursday, March 7, 5:30-7:00 pm • You’re invited to join the StoryCorps team in collaboration with WGCU at a free listening event hosted by Alliance for the Arts. You’ll have the opportunity to listen to some of the stories we recorded together in Fort Myers, Florida this year, learn more about the Mobile Tour, and meet the team behind it. Come and celebrate the stories of Fort Myers by listening to stories from your friends and neighbors. This event is free for everyone but registration is limited to 132. Find Out More → View All Events →  Meet the Author: Stephen McGuire Friday, March 8, 5-7:30 pm • Stephen McGuire, retired Chief Judge, Federal Trade Commission, and now an author has published three political thrillers, Prior Restraint, Fractured Power and recently, Secret Deceit, is bringing his Washington insider’s per- spective to the Fould’s Stage. Although his books are fiction, many readers have com- mented that the storylines seem so real. Could they be? In this event, Steve will talk about his experience as a judge, transition to author and how he develops his storyline and characters. This event is free for Alliance members and $10 for non-members. Find Out More → View All Events →  Wednesday Night Market Wednesday, March 13, 5-8:00 pm • Join us under the stars every second Wednesday of the month from 5 pm to 8 pm for our pop-up Night Market. We feature a selection of art, live music, food trucks and beer and wine. There will be a free family art activity hosted by our own Youth Education Coordinator, Minna Maillakakis. Interested in becoming a vendor? Fill out the vendor application here. Find Out More → View All Events →  Open Mic at Wednesday Night Market Wednesday, March 13, 5-8:00 pm • Join us for Open Mic at the Night Market, celebrating local musicians. Enjoy live performances in a vibrant atmosphere. Register online to participate. Basic sound system provided. Limited to one song or 5 minutes per performer. Spread the word and join us for an evening of talent and community spirit! Interested in participating? Click here. Find Out More → View All Events →  ACMA Presents Songwriters in the Round Sunday, March 17, 5-9:00 pm • Our final ACMA Alliance show of the season will feature Charlie McCoy, Roy Schneider and Kim Mayfield as Songwriters in the Round. Charlie McCoy has been a mainstay in Music City (Nashville) since the ’60s, Charlie has played on dozens of hit records, including work with such legends as Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Dolly Parton, Simon and Garfunkel, George Jones, Bob Dylan, Roy Orbison and many more. Reckless Saints founder Roy Schneider & Kim Mayfield are the core duo and songwriters of Reckless Saints. Partners in music and love since 2003, they began recording and touring five years later. The duo spent over a decade touring and recording five CDs of original music under their solo names before officially adopting Reckless Saints as their band name. Find Out More → View All Events →  Battleground– A Film Screening Wednesday, March 20, 6:00-9:00 pm • In the wake of Roe, 26 states stand poised to ban abortion, catalyzing unprecedented legal, medical and social upheaval. ‘Battle- ground’ is required viewing for anyone with a stake in the future of abortion in America. Join fellow film lovers for the exclusive screening of Battleground, part of the Southern Circuit Tour of Independent Filmmakers in our Art House Cinema. Hang out after the screening for an intimate Q&A session with one of the directors/producers of the film and a surprise moderator from WGCU! Tickets are available on Eventbrite and $10 for Alliance members and $12 for non-members. Find Out More → View All Events →  Nude Nocturne Saturday, March 30, 6:00-10:00 pm • Join us for an evening that celebrates the human body in all shapes and sizes. The night will feature three tantalizing burlesque performances, a tempting array of cocktails (and mocktails) poured by Nice Guys Pizza, two live DJs, a gallery display of larger-than-life artwork from Francesco Gillia, live model drawing, aerialists and more! This evening is for those 18+ only. Find Out More → View All Events →  Check Out Our Gift Shop Tues.-Fri. 9 am-7 pm • Did you know we have a Gift Shop FULL of unique, one-of-a- kind items crafted by our Alliance Members? Everything from jewelry and greeting cards to artwork and books! The Gift Shop is open during business hours, so be sure to swing by and find your next treasure. The Alliance is open Tuesday-Friday 9 am – 7 pm and Saturday 9 am – 1 pm. Check Out Our E-Store → Become a Vendor →  Art Classes for All Ages and Abilities Your creative journey starts with you, so pick your level and don’t stop until you get to your destination. Upcoming classes include: ADULT & TEEN –Painting with Shirley Hales: Add People to Your Paintings –Painting with Terry Lynn AM (16+) –Painting with Terry Lynn Afternoon (16+) –Painting Studio with Terry Lynn (16+) –Instructed Life Drawing with Francesco (18+) –Step-by-Step Batik-The Mermaid (18+) –Beginner Bonsai Workshop –Painting Portraits with Terry Lynn –Painting with Francesco (18+) –Evening Instructed Life Drawing with Francesco (18+) –Zentangle for the Seasons (13+) –Expressive Palette Knife Two-Day Workshop –Wiring Your Bonsai Tree Workshop –Wearable Art & Wine with Pat Collins –Discovering SoulCollage –Breaking Boundaries Collage: Two-Day Workshop –Getting Your Art into Retail –Fridays with Francesco: Subtractive Charcoal –Fine Art Acrylics A (18+) –Fine Art Acrylics B (18+) –Are You Stuck? Two-Day Workshop (16+) –Mind, Body and Soul Mini Retreat –Neurographica (13+) –Large Hand Building Ceramic Workshop –Expressive Palette Knife Two-Day Workshop YOUTH –Art Seekers: K-3rd –Character Concept Creation (Ages 10-15) –Free Family ArtLab –Neurographica (Ages 13+) Register → View All Classes →  Free Family ArtLab Saturday, March 16 • Make creativity part of your family routine the 3rd Saturday of each month during Family ArtLab! Drop in for free, hands-on family fun from 10 a.m. to noon. Explore something new every month like art making, gallery activities, games and more – all inspired by artworks on view in the gallery, famous artists, national holidays and artistic traditions around the world. All ages and abilities are encouraged to participate. Family ArtLabs are free and open to the public, but a $10 suggested family donation keeps programming affordable and accessible. Find Out More → View All Events →  Registration Open Now for Our Spring Break Arts Camp March 18-22, 2024 •Welcome to our Spring Break Art Retreat Camp designed just for your little creatives! This camp offers a variety of activities for kids ages 7-11, our mornings will sparkle with art journaling and meditation for focus and revitalization. Children will unveil hidden talents in the afternoons with the rhythm of music and creative expression. Conveniently scheduled March 18-22, during spring break for Lee County Schools, we invite campers to explore the boundless realms of their imagination through self expression and self awareness. Register online to embark on a journey of colorful self-discovery. Sign up for 1 or 2 days, or the full week. Extended care available for before care and afternoon care. Camp hours are 9:00AM – 4:00PM. Before and aftercare are available. SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION COMING SOON!!! Find Out More → View All Events →   Alliance for the Arts • ArtInLee.org 239-939-2787 • 10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers Membership • Donate • Classes • Exhibits • Theatre • Digital Arts Lab  |