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SUMMARY:Nights Out: Play With Pens & Pencils with Jerry King
DESCRIPTION:Nights Out:  $45 on Friday\, April 10\, 6:00-9:00 PM \nWine and snacks provided!  Bring your friends! \n  \nTitle:  Play with your pens and pencils! \nTeacher:  Jerry King \nMedium:  Cartoons & Illustrations \n  \nWe will be learning how to draw illustrations and cartoons in both black & white and color.  Bring home your creations!  Creating art is only half the fun.  You will also learn how to make a living doing it from the famous cartoonist Jerry King\, one of the most published\, prolific and versatile cartoonists in the world today.  His work has appeared in thousands of greeting cards\, magazines\, books\, newspapers and children’s books.   This is going to be fun\, fun\, fun! \n 
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/nights-out-play-with-pens-pencils-with-jerry-king/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Event,Nights Out
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T195645Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the opening of two new exhibitions: Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society’s Annual Aqueous Exhibition and the National Association of Women Artists – Florida Chapter curated exhibition. Enjoy refreshments\, meet the artists and participate in a “Buy & Fly” sale of small works in support of the NAWA’s scholarship program. Free and open to the public. 5:00-7:00 pm.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/opening-reception-8/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Receptions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20260123T193957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260214T183607Z
UID:64040-1774083600-1774098000@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Pottery Sale
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nShop handcrafted functional and decorative pottery by local artists.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/spring-pottery-sale-8/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T170423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T194843Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the opening of the Manatee School District K-12 Exhibition. Free and open to the public. 5:00-7:00 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/opening-reception-7/
CATEGORIES:Receptions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T170207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T170207Z
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SUMMARY:School District of Manatee County K-12 Annual Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Manatee County School District Annual K-12 Exhibition \nHerrig Center joins with the School District of Manatee County to showcase the work of K-12 visual arts students.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/school-district-of-manatee-county-k-12-annual-exhibition/
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251105T151912Z
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SUMMARY:Thru My Eyes\, Artist talk with Nicholas James Bath
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Photography\, featuring artist Nicholas James Bath. Join Nicholas on Saturday February 7\, at 10:00 am for a talk about the art of macro photography and video projection. \nFollowing the discussion\, join Nicholas for a photography class in the garden to learn about macro photography. Bring your cameras and eager mind to learn about this fascinating type of photography.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/thru-my-eyes-artist-talk-with-nicholas-james-bath/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herrig Center for the Arts":MAILTO:acm@artcentermanatee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T153310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T193819Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the opening of two new exhibitions: Picture This! featuring the Suncoast Camera Club members and Thru My Eyes with Nicholas Bath. Enjoy live music\, meet the artists and immerse yourself in a multi-faceted art experience like never before! \nFree and open to the public. 5:00-7:00 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/opening-reception-6/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Receptions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T152803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T152803Z
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SUMMARY:Thru My Eyes\, Featuring Nicholas Bath Curated Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Thru My Eyes \nNicholas James Bath\, Curated Exhibition  \nJourney through breathtaking landscapes and get lost inside captivating macros that invite you to pause and appreciate the exquisite complexity of even the smallest wonders. Combining vibrant photo creations\, original music\, and an orchestrated light display\, Thru My Eyes ignites your senses and inspires a deeper connection to the world we share.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/thru-my-eyes-featuring-nicholas-bath-curated-exhibition/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260127
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260228
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T152308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T154819Z
UID:63152-1769472000-1772236799@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Picture This! Suncoast Camera Club Photography Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Picture This!  \nSuncoast Camera Club\, An All Photography Juried Show  \nIn September 1980\, a group of individuals bonded by a common interest in photography\, established an organization to help them master and perpetuate this interest\, which became known as the Suncoast Camera Club.  Its founders were:  Dr. Jack H. Sanders\, Dr. LeMoyne F. Johnson\, and Ms. Dottie Favorite. \nThe mission of the Suncoast Camera Club (SCC) shall be to promote the knowledge and enjoyment of photography in the membership and community\, through meetings\, presentations\, classes\, seminars\, contests\, exhibits\, and field trips.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/picture-this-suncoast-camera-club-photography-exhibition/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T130000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20260109T192917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T193536Z
UID:63939-1769245200-1769259600@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Used But Useful 2026
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/used-but-useful-2026/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20260109T192625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T193921Z
UID:63935-1768654800-1768662000@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Paint Around Presented by Herrig Center for the ARTS & Island Gallery & Studios
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/paint-around-presented-by-herrig-center-for-the-arts-island-gallery-studios/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251105T145752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T155804Z
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SUMMARY:An Artist’s Life: Unlocking Creative Expression\, book signing and talk by Mary Whyte
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, January 10\, 2026 at 10AM\, for an incredible book signing experience. \nMary Whyte\, the internationally recognized watercolor artist\, will discuss her new book entitled An Artist’s Life: Unlocking Creative Expression. \nBook will be available for purchase day of event.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/an-artists-life-unlocking-creative-expression-book-signing-and-talk-by-mary-whyte/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Herrig Center for the Arts":MAILTO:acm@artcentermanatee.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T145517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T195318Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the opening of three new exhibitions: 12×12\, an All Media Open Juried Show\, Places & Faces with Jane Keeling and Susan Covert and Endangered Species with Lynn Mann Hallmark. Enjoy refreshments\, appetizers and meet the artists.  Free and open to the public. 5:00-7:00 pm.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/opening-reception-5/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Receptions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251230
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T145225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T155538Z
UID:63142-1767052800-1769212799@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Endangered Species\, Lynn Mann Hallmark
DESCRIPTION:Endangered Species \nLynn Mann-Hallmark\, Curated Exhibition \n Through vivid color and bold brushwork\, I explore the intimate connection between nature\, women\, and animals\, weaving them into visual narratives that speak to the soul. \n 
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/endangered-species-lynn-mann-hallmark/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251230
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T143452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T151211Z
UID:63140-1767052800-1769212799@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Places & Faces\, Featuring Jane Keeling & Susan Covert\, Curated Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Places & Faces \nJane Keeling and Susan Covert\, Curated Exhibition \nFeaturing the work of Jane Keeling and Susan Covert\, Places & Faces is a vast array of landscapes and portraits. Scenes from Florida\, from the artists’ travels as well as interesting portraits\, many of which are painting from life or in Plein Air. \n 
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/places-faces-featuring-jane-keeling-susan-covert-curated-exhibition/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251230
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T142653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T151010Z
UID:63136-1767052800-1769212799@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:12x12 All Media Open Juried Show
DESCRIPTION:12 x 12\, All Media Open Juried Show\nA fan favorite\, 12 x 12 returns to the Herrig. There is no general theme to this exhibition\, the only  requirement is all finished entries are no larger than 12” x 12”. \n  \n 
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/12x12-all-media-open-juried-show/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T141916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T200144Z
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SUMMARY:Artful Holidays Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the opening of three new exhibitions: the Herrig Center for the ARTS Annual Member Exhibition\, the Herrig Center Holiday Extravaganza and Emergence: In Solitude & Passage by Natasha Dikareva. Enjoy live music\, meet the artists and get into the holiday mood! \nThis evening also starts our Artful Holidays Sale\, with all items in the LiveArtfully Artisan Boutique are 20% off starting at 5 pm on Thursday through 5 pm on Saturday. Excludes items from the Holiday Extravaganza. \nFree and open to the public. 5:00-7:00 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/artful-holidays-opening-reception/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Receptions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251227
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T141138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T195928Z
UID:63132-1763424000-1766793599@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Herrig Center for the ARTS Holiday Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:Herrig Center Holiday Extravaganza \nHerrig Center is proud to present the 2025 Holiday Extravaganza\, featuring holiday trees decked to their fullest with thousands of handmade ornaments\, handmade holiday décor\, gifts and more.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/herrig-center-for-the-arts-holiday-extravaganza/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251227
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T141020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T165645Z
UID:63130-1763424000-1766793599@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Emergence: In Solitude & Passage\, Natasha Dikareva
DESCRIPTION:Emergence: In Solitude & Passage  \nNatasha Dikareva\, Curated Exhibition \nEmergence: In Solitude & Passage explores the evolution that arises from quiet contemplation and movement through life’s transitions. \n 
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/emergence-in-solitude-passage-natasha-dikareva/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251227
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20251028T140655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T140655Z
UID:63126-1763424000-1766793599@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Herrig Center for the ARTS Member Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Herrig Center for the ARTS Annual Member Exhibition\nAn all media open juried exhibit featuring the work of our members.  Our members are the strength of what makes the Herrig Center for the Arts\, without which we would not exist.  With that strength\, comes a powerhouse of talent as each year the caliber of work continues to surpass our expectations.
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/herrig-center-for-the-arts-member-exhibition/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250813
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20240809T183112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T205953Z
UID:51568-1751328000-1755043199@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Dog (& Cats) Dayz Of Summer All Media Open Juried Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Dog (& Cat) Dayz Of Summer Open Juried Show \nAll Galleries \nThis 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. \n  \nOnline Submission Dates: June 2 – June 20\, 4 pm \nOnline Notifications: June 24\, by 4 pm \nIn Person Receiving/Drop off: June 28\, 9-12 pm \nOpening Reception: July 10\, 5 – 7 pm \nPick Up: Wednesday\, August 13\, 9 – 12 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/dog-cats-dayz-of-summer-all-media-open-juried-exhibition/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Receptions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250528
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250628
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20240809T182147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250424T210056Z
UID:51565-1748390400-1751068799@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Oil Painters of America 2025 National Exhibition & Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:All Galleries \nOil Painters of America (OPA) is a non-for-profit organization representing more than 3\,500 artists throughout the United States\, Canada and Mexico. Founded in 1991\, OPA is dedicated to preserving and promoting excellence in representational art. Its primary focus is to draw attention to the lasting value of fine drawing\, color\, composition and the appreciation of light. The mission of OPA is to advance the cause of traditional\, representational fine art by providing a forum in which artists can display their art in regional and national competitions. In addition\, the organization is committed to providing educational opportunities to its members through its newsletter\, critique program\, scholarships\, workshops\, seminars\, and demonstrations by today’s masters. 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’s opening is in conjunction with the OPA National Convention\, which features numerous lectures\, painting demonstrations\, and social events geared to artists and collectors. \nOpening Reception: Friday May 30\, 5:30 – 7:30
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/oil-painters-of-american-2025-national-exhibition-annual-convention/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibition,Receptions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250524
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20240809T181739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T205033Z
UID:51562-1746230400-1748044799@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Manatee County School District Annual K-12 Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:All Galleries \nHerrig Center for the Arts once again joins with the School District of Manatee County to showcase the work of K-12 visual arts students. In Manatee County\, we’re fortunate to have a Board of Education that has made a continued commitment to teaching the visual arts in its elementary\, middle and high schools. By partnering with Herrig Center for the Arts\, 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. \nOpening Reception: May 8\, 5 – 7 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/manatee-county-school-district-annual-k-12-exhibition-3/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Receptions
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250415
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250502
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20250318T204804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T210051Z
UID:54952-1744675200-1746143999@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Evolution\, an all media\, open juried show
DESCRIPTION:All Galleries \nFor nearly 88 years\, Herrig Center for the Arts has been at the center of a thriving art scene in Bradenton. Along with the offering of a few classes\, one of our first missions was to offer local artists opportunities to exhibit their artwork. Fast forward to 2025\, we have grown exponentially and exhibited thousands of artists’ works and now welcome the first opportunity for our talented local artists to exhibit in the newly completed facility. What began as The Art League of Manatee County\, eventually became Herrig Center for the Arts and is now\, the Herrig Center For The Arts. \nIn that light\, we are proud to introduce: “Evolution\,” the first all media open juried exhibition in our new space. Evolution means the gradual development of something\, especially from a simple to a more complex form. Artists are asked to share their own interpretation of the concept of evolution. From one’s own artistic journey\, to the very environment we inhabit\, or to where we go from here. Bring us your best work and help us celebrate! \nOpening Reception: April 17\, 5:00-7:00 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/evolution-an-all-media-open-juried-show/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Receptions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250311
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250405
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20240809T181226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T204408Z
UID:51557-1741651200-1743811199@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society Annual Aqueous Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:All Galleries \nThe Florida Suncoast Watercolor Society was founded in 1983 with 17 Charter members and 24 Associate members. The original purpose to foster the advancement of and promote excellence in the art of watermedia painting remains their focus today. As of August 2023\, 90 of their 170 members attained Signature status and 27 are Master Signature members. The organization’s inaugural exhibition was held at ACM and has continued to exhibit annually. \nClosing Reception: April 4\, 4:00-6:00
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/florida-suncoast-watercolor-society-annual-aqueous-exhibition-3/
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Receptions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20240809T180813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T194044Z
UID:51554-1735776000-1740787199@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Roots & Reflections Through Memory & Nature\, Denise Cormier Mahoney Curated Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Reid Hodges Gallery\nCurated Exhibition\nDenise Cormier Mahoney is a mid-career painter and printmaker whose illustrative and surfaced designed compositions are infused with memories and stories told from the point of view of a child free to explore. \nOpening Reception: January 3\, 2025\, 4-6 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/roots-reflections-through-memory-nature-denise-cormier-mahoney-curated-exhibition/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Receptions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20240809T180145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T194153Z
UID:51550-1735776000-1740787199@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:American Watercolor Society 157th Traveling Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Searle Gallery \nThe 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. Admission: $5. \nOpening Reception: January 3\, 4 – 6 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/american-watercolor-society-157th-traveling-exhibition/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Receptions
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20240809T175251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T194243Z
UID:51544-1735776000-1740787199@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Women Contemporary Artists Curated Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Kellogg Gallery \nWomen 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. \n Opening Reception: January 3\, 2025 4-6 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/women-contemporary-artists-curated-exhibition/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Receptions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20231012T180742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T133948Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Pottery Sale
DESCRIPTION:Shop handcrafted pottery made by Herrig Center for the Arts members/students. \nThursday\, Dec 5\, 5:00 – 7:00 pm \nFriday\, December 6\, 9:00 – 2:00 pm \n 
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/holiday-pottery-sale-5/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Herrig Center for the Arts":MAILTO:acm@artcentermanatee.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241126
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241228
DTSTAMP:20260414T142948
CREATED:20240809T164014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240809T164206Z
UID:51541-1732579200-1735343999@herrigcenter.org
SUMMARY:Herrig Center for the Arts Members Juried Open Show
DESCRIPTION:Herrig Center for the Arts Member Exhibition \nKellogg & Reid Hodges Galleries \nAn all media open juried exhibit featuring the work of our members.  Our members are the strength of Herrig Center for the Arts\, without which we would not exist.  With that strength\, comes a powerhouse of talent as each year the caliber of work continues to surpass our expectations. \n  \nOnline Submission Dates: October 29 – November 15\, 4 pm \nOnline Notifications: November 19\, by 4 pm \nIn Person Receiving/Drop off: November 23\, 9-12 pm \nOpening Reception: December 5\, 5 – 7 pm \nPick Up: November 23\, 9 – 12 pm
URL:https://herrigcenter.org/event/artcenter-manatee-members-juried-open-show/
LOCATION:Herrig Center for the Arts
CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Receptions
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