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OFFICIAL SPONSOR OF THE 2007 ARTMIAMI
'DIRECTOR'S CHOICE' EXHIBITION FOR
THE ARTIST, PURVIS YOUNG, AT MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER
Mr. Young's art work has been continuously exhibited since 2006.
We Celebrate the Life and Paintings of Purvis Young.
New Collection of over 100 works on wood, paper & canvas including many
unique pieces on 'political sign board'
Purvis Young was featured in the new American Artist Retrospective in the Corcoran Gallery, Washington DC...
http://www2.corcoran.org/30americans/30days/day-13-purvis-young
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Saturday, May 25
1 - 3 PM
Will the Circle be Unbroken, Poetry Written and Spoken
with Marlon Migala
Bring your own poetry and prose and be part of our program
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JUNE 8
7 - 9:30 PM
The Music Group '85' Concept Album storytelling about apocalytic loss and ultimate risk
$10 includes entry and a copy of the album
http://www.retinadrum.com/2013/05/21/85-presents-the-dive-album-release-party/
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THURSDAY APRIL 25
THE SALON, A Songwriters Showcase and Discussion Group
7 - 10 PM
Featuring:
The MANN SISTERS
Their self-titled debut EP, The Mann Sisters, is deeply rooted in American rock and country music with four songs written by the sisters. Produced by Fernando Perdomo (Andy Pratt & Jorge Moreno, Dreaming in Stereo), both Lauren and Alexandra played every Guitar and Keyboard on the EP and were accompanied by the rhythm section of Perdomo on Bass and Drummer, Derek Cintron (Mika, Scott Stapp, Enrique Iglesias).
Their first single, "Breathe Slow" has achieved regular airplay on country and rock radio in the Florida Keys with heavy airplay on WCTH Thunder Country and WFKZ Sun. The song was also featured on the nationally acclaimed adult album alternative radio compilation "A Taste of Triple A - #73.”
PAUL STEPHEN WILSON
Paul sings and plays the guitar and harmonica harmonizing with his collaborators soulfully. He writes his own music and performs around the country a blend of country and blues ballads. We welcome back Paul back to Grace Cafe and Galleries from his performance during the annual Art and Antique Festival.
MATT PEAVYHOUSE
Matt has been an integral part of various bands in Louisville, Kentucky and Northwest Florida. He writes his own music and plays guitar; an avid supporter of the South Florida community, he coordinates 'street clean-up' campaigns, pastors a church and is a dedicated family man.
BRENDA COLLINS LASTELLA
Brenda is a dedicated praise singer at a local church in Fort Lauderdale and loves classic rock and roll. Her husband is also a musician, drummer.
Light refreshments available for purchase.
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Meet the Artists Reception, Exhibition & Sale
Paintings, Sculpture & Hand-crafted Interiors
by local emerging and career Artists
Frederick Goldstein • Oleda Baker
Eric Jean Louis • Lena Luckey
Ernesto Kunde • Jane Tasciotti
Jules Greenbaum • Stanley Goodman
Friday, March 22, 7-9 PM (Reception)
with Gallery exhibition and sale continuing
Saturday, March 23 12-6 PM
Portion of proceeds to benefit “The Artisansʼ Factory” concept,
a new creative manufacturing collaborative and the launching of our
new charitable arts organization, The Grace Arts Center!
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JOIN US THURSDAY FEBRUARY 28 for
"MUSIC-IN-THE-MOVIES"
Documentaries and Videos chronicling Music Stars, Activists, or Locals using Music to Make a Difference
through the lens of Filmmaker MARK MOORMANN
Sundance Award winning works will be shown in short form with discussion after
Live Music by Musical Guest, Aaron Fishbein, and Friends to open and close this Special Event
FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
7 - 10 PM
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Check out what is going on in Downtown Dania Beach regarding the Arts!
CHECK OUT THE 2011, 2010 & 2009 ART+ANTIQUE+VINTAGE+(horti)CULTURE
FESTIVAL and Walk
http://fortlauderdalebites.com/index.aspx?PID=1162&LID=4931
held in the Art & Antique District, recently found in ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST 2013, as
a Designer's FAVORITE LOCATION for Antiques and Artistic Finds
http://www.architecturaldigest.com/architecture/2013-01/ad100-secrets-architects-designers-sources-slideshow#slide=8
THANK YOU FOR ALL THOSE THAT PARTICIPATED in the 2013 CIty-wide Art Festival, Fairs, Walks and Vintage Events
and thanks to our special guests
LIVE PAINTING DEMONSTRATION BY FLORIDA HIGHWAYMEN ARTIST R. L. LEWIS and beautiful exhibition by ISAAC KNIGHT
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Beginning FEBRUARY 2013 - Join Us Third -Saturdays-in-the-Afternoon at
4 pm for a delightful dose of Jazz, Spoken Word and Delicious Coffees and Espresso...
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Free Artisan Espresso with purchase of $50 or more for ALL OF 2013
We also frame and ship - perfect for visitors to our Fort Lauderale and Hollywood International Airport and Seaport - and for resident art lovers!
www.sunny.org/cruisechic.
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FRIDAY NIGHT SALON
SONGWRITERS’ SHOWCASE
LAST-FRIDAY-OF-THE-MONTH
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 16, 2012
Brought to you by a variety of businesses including A1A Guitars and Jeffrey D'Amico. Featuring Artists:
Josh: "The Pitbull of Blues" Rowand, Blues
ScatterGrass, Original Root Grass (similar to Blue Grass)
Jason Kates, Singer/Songwriter, Progressive Country
SGS with Jay Martin , Original Pop Funk
Painter Artist, Christine Alex and Illustrator, Robert Korhonen
and More (over 300 artists works displayed with new winter inventory)...FREE with Light refreshments served
DOORS OPEN AT 7 PM
(all music is performed in a family friendly environment - children are welcome with their parents)
ATTENTION: Local artists can email bookings@gracecafeandgalleries.com for available nights to support touring artists or special guest songwriters.
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