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Florida's

Creative Coast Weekends
2010 -2011

held the second weekend of each month

November - April

Galleries & Shops are open extended hours on Fridays, many offering special openings. Take a cooking class, or listen to live music!

Special Events and Workshops planned at individual shop locations

on Saturdays & Sundays.

Fun for the whole family!  Please take your time to explore our calendar,

there is so much to see and do!

 

 

Return in September for the Calendar for our 2010 - 2011 season

November 12 - 13, 2010 December 10 - 11, 2010
January 14 - 15, 2011 February 11 - 12,  2011
March  11 - 12, 2011 April 8 - 9, 2011

 

Some of our participating businesses

Matlacha

Bokeelia

Bert's Pine Bay Gallery Crossed Palms Gallery
SYZYGY Gallery Florida Gallery
Island Visions Koucky Gallery & Gardens
Andy's Island Seafood  
Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

St James City

Island Decor and More Earth & Spirit  Garden Gallery
Trader's Hitching Post Paisley Parrot
WildChild Art Gallery  
Footprints in the Sand, A Shoe Gallery  


See what Creative Coast Weekends we had in our 2009-2010 season

November 2009 - Music Lovers Month

November

Friday, 13, 2009

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

Live music in the gardens with “Pending Pictures, featuring Ricky Manning”. (Free)

For more information call 239-282-1244

www.leomalovegrove.com

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 8 pm & Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm,

Thanksgiving Show - Florida Landscapes featuring artist Ben Essenburg’s limited edition prints. Call 283-7097

 

Andy's Island Seafood

"Cooking with Andy"  held at 7 pm

Cooking class - $25.00 per person ( includes food and wine), Seating is limited. Net proceeds benefit the Animal Refuge Center and Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). Call 239-283-2525 for more information

 

WildChild Gallery

2 - 9 pm, Opening Reception - “New Works by Victor” featuring acrylic artist Victor Barreto. Show dates Nov 2 - Nov 30. Call 283-6006 for more information or visit

www.wildchildartgallery.com

 

Bert’s Pine Bay Gallery

2 - 9 pm, “Tiara Princess Night” - All Princess, Prince & Queen wannabees are invited to dress for the occasion. Be Creative - Show Us your Bling. Call 283-1335 or visit

www.bertsgallery.com

 

Bonnie’s & Christina’s Art Gallery

4 - 8 pm , Robert van Winkle, NBC’s Weatherman, with his island creations, funky and very unique. His Sandcastles are great! Call 283-9560 or visit

www.matlachaart.com

 

Julia’s Arts

featuring works in oil by artist Christina Wyatt. Call 283-0831 for more information or visit

www.JuliasArts.com

  Singer/Songwriter concert
hosted by Kip Lawrence, musicians and locations to be announced

November

Saturday, 14, 2009

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

7:00pm - 9:30pm, "Painting Out Loud With Leoma Lovegrove"  To Benefit Abuse Council Treatment-ACT   (RSVP)

For more information call 239-282-1244

www.leomalovegrove.com

 

Koucky Gallery & Gardens

1:00 - 3:30 pm

“Plays Well with Others - the Art of Drumming &Percussion”. A percussion workshop by Singer/Songwriter Annie Wenz. Only $25.00! 

Please call 283-4414 for more information or visit

www.KouckyGallery.com

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 4 pm, Thanksgiving Show - Florida Landscapes featuring artist Ben Essenburg’s limited edition prints. Call 283-7097

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December - Keep it Local, Shop on the Island

December

Friday, 11

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

2pm - 9pm, "Live music in the gardens to benefit "Salvation Army Kettle Drive"   (Free)

For more information call 239-282-1244

www.leomalovegrove.com

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 8 pm & Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm, Terry Schlegel: Photographs and 2010 Calendars. Call 283-7097 for more information.

 

Andy's Island Seafood

"Cooking with Andy"  held at 7 pm

Cooking class - $25.00 per person ( includes food and wine), Seating is limited. Net proceeds benefit the Animal Refuge Center and Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). Call 239-283-2525 for more information

 

Koucky Gallery & Gardens

4 pm - 8 pm & Saturday, 11 am - 3 pm

“ Family Holiday Gift Workshop” Paint a pottery piece as a holiday gift or for yourself.

We will fire it (a small fee applies). Be sure to call 283-4414 for more information or visit

www.KouckyGallery.com

 

WildChild Gallery

2 - 9 pm, Opening Reception for artist Linda Underwood’s show titled
“The World through Rose Colored Glasses” - works in acrylic.

Show runs from: Nov 30 - Jan 4 Call 283-6006 for more information or visit

www.wildchildartgallery.com

 

Bert’s Pine Bay Gallery

5 - 7 pm, Award-winning author Robert N Macomber is featured in the

6th Annual “Lamplight Christmas Book Party”.

Call 283-1335 for more information or visit www.bertsgallery.com

 

Bonnie’s & Christina’s Art Gallery

4 - 8 pm, Bonnie Beers, Christina Jarmolinski & Students -

Featuring Bonnie’s funky island furniture & mosaics as well as Christina’s acrylic & mixed media paintings, along with a choice of works created by their students.

Call 283-9560 or visit www.matlachaart.com 

 

Island Visions

Friday and Saturday:  Book signing with Wilson Hawthorn, author of “The Last Pirate”.
Call for times. 282-0452 or visit  www.island-visions.com

 

Julia’s Arts:

4th Annual “Fashion Show in Matlacha”.

Call 283-0831 for more information or visit  www.JuliasArts.com

  Singer/Songwriter concert
hosted by Kip Lawrence, musicians and locations to be announced

December

Saturday, 12

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

Matlacha Night Lights
The skies and palm trees above Lovegrove Gallery and Gardens will be filled with over-the-top lighting and Christmas Music from Dec. 12 through Dec. 31. from 6:30 to 9 p.m. each evening except Dec. 25. Complimentary fireside snacks will be provided under the stars. Tickets are $6.00 for adults and $3.00 for accompanied children age 10 and under. For more information call 239-282-1244 or visit www.leomalovegrove.com

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 4 pm, Terry Schlegel: Photographs and 2010 Calendars.

Call 283-7097 for more information.

 

Island Visions

Book signing with Wilson Hawthorn, author of “The Last Pirate”.
Call for times. 282-0452 or visit

www.island-visions.com

 

Koucky Gallery & Gardens

11 am - 3 pm “ Family Holiday Gift Workshop” Paint a pottery piece as a holiday gift or for yourself. We will fire it (a small fee applies).

Be sure to call 283-4414 for more information or visit

www.KouckyGallery.com

  Island Decor
Beginning at 11am, Linda Roberts-Bickel showing limited edition prints and George Cera author of "The Iguana Cookbook" will be present.
for more information call 283-8080
  Bonnie’s & Christina’s
features  internationally well-known Dutch Photographer and Web Designer, Rob de Koter. He work will be up for the month of December.
For more information call 283-9650.

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January - Art & Authors

January

Friday, 8

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

4pm - 9pm , "High Tea with Queen Robin, Queen of Queens" (Free)

For more information call 239-282-1244

 www.leomalovegrove.com

 

Koucky Gallery & Gardens

held at 4 pm and on Saturday at 11 am and  1 pm

“ All About Orchids” - orchid care demonstrations and specials.

Call 283-4414 or visit  www.KouckyGallery.com  

 

Andy's Island Seafood

"Cooking with Andy"  held at 7 pm

Cooking class - $25.00 per person ( includes food and wine), Seating is limited. Net proceeds benefit the Animal Refuge Center and Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). Call 239-283-2525 for more information

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 8 pm & Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm,

“Matlacha and Beyond” Barbara Luck’s Altered Polaroid Images.

Call 283-7097 for more information.

 

Bert’s Pine Bay Gallery

4 - 9 pm, “Bike Night” featuring custom biker beads by Marisa Arena

 and local custom biker clothing. Call 283-1335 for more information or visit

www.bertsgallery.com

 

WildChild Gallery

2 - 9 pm, Opening Reception for artist Theresa Shelton. Show dates January 4 - February 1. Call 283-6006 for more information or visit

www.wildchildartgallery.com

 

Island Visions

1 - 4 pm also on Saturday,

Make your own Dichoric glass “patchwork” pendant with Beth Kauffman.

Call 282-0452 for more information or visit

www.island-visions.com

 

Bonnie’s & Christina’s Art Gallery

4 - 8 pm, Pat Cleveland, works in acrylics and oils. Her main subjects are large floral and wildlife paintings along with her new abstracts. Call 283-9560 or visit

www.matlachaart.com

  “Fish House Concerts”
hosted by Kip Lawrence, Featuring Musician Kraig Kenning, author Bob Macomber (talking about grog), and Kip and his Band.  5:30 PM at Olde Fish House Marina.

January

Saturday, 9

 

Koucky Gallery & Gardens

held at 11 am - 1 pm, “ All About Orchids” - orchid care demonstrations and specials.

Call 283-4414 or visit  www.KouckyGallery.com

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 4 pm, “Matlacha and Beyond” Barbara Luck’s Altered Polaroid Images.

Call 283-7097 for more information.

 

Island Visions

1 - 4 pm, Make your own Dichoric glass “patchwork” pendant with Beth Kauffman.

Call 282-0452 for more information or visit

www.island-visions.com

January

Sunday, 10th

 

Earth & Spirit Garden Gallery
1:00 - 4:00pm, "Yoga Retreat: Creating Your Sacred Space"
Creative exercises coupled with basic yoga postures help us to find our
creative space within and without. Facilitated by Deb Zwetsch, Certified
Yoga Instructor for over 10 years. Call 866-391-5167 for more information
and reservations. Please reserve your space early. Cost: $35.00 includes 3
hour retreat, art project supplies, and yoga snack.

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February - Pine Island Loves Its Art

February

Friday, 12

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

"10th annual, Art in the Heart of Matlacha" Featuring 10 colorful artists.

Also at Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens:

4pm - 9pm Seventh Annual "Live From Matlacha"  - benefits From Our Hearts  (Free)

For more information call 239-282-1244

www.leomalovegrove.com

 

WildChild Gallery

11 am - 9 pm, (also Sat & Sun from 11 am - 5 pm)

9th Annual Art in the Heart, featuring “Artists at Work in the Heart of Matlacha”.

Valentine Group Show and Demonstrations. Call 283-6006 for more information or visit www.wildchildartgallery.com

Also at WildChild Gallery:

2 - 9 pm,

Opening Reception for “ Women Contemporary Artists” featuring Gyotaku artist Heather Fortner. Show runs from February 1 - March 1st.

 

Andy's Island Seafood

"Cooking with Andy"  held at 7 pm

Cooking class - $25.00 per person ( includes food and wine), Seating is limited. Net proceeds benefit the Animal Refuge Center and Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). Call 239-283-2525 for more information

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 8 pm also on Saturday from 10 am - 4 pm,

“Wrist Art and More” featuring artist Leslie Molzan.

Call 283-7097 for more information.

 

Island Visions: 

Joan Roberts paints. Colorful, fast & fun - also on Saturday. Call for times - 282-0452 or visit www.island-visions.com 

 

SYZYGY Gallery (formerly Bonnie’s & Christina’s Art Gallery)

 5 - 9 pm ,  LIGHTING - COMPOSITION - PATIENCE by photographer Gail Campbell.  February is Gail Campbell’s month featuring her stunning new black and white photos of the region to show along with wildlife photos.

In addition Jack Glos will be doing a demo of his colorful Fish Creations  from 5-9pm in front of the gallery.

Call 283-9560 or visit www.matlachaart.com

  Singer/Songwriter concert
Fish House Concert and Matlacha Art Show
Olde Fish House Marina 4530 Pine Island Rd. Matlacha
12-10 p.m.
Kip will be performing during lunchtime in The Fish House's waterside dining area from 12-4. There will be a 2 hour break in which to tour the many art galleries on Pine Island and Matlacha.The Fish House Concert will include National Slide Guitar Champion and singer/songwriter from Chicago, Kraig Kenning along with Kip doing his solo show.

February

Saturday, 13

Koucky Gallery & Gardens:

11 am - 3 pm, “2nd Annual Love Fest”

Come Tie Dye a shirt of your own ($5.00) , or buy one of our "Love Fest" souvenir shirts for $12.00 to dye.   Live 70’s music. A protion of the proceeds go to "Pine Island Cares" . Call 283-4414 for more information or visit www.KouckyGallery.com

 

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

"10th annual, Art in the Heart of Matlacha" Featuring 10 colorful artists.

For more information call 239-282-1244

www.leomalovegrove.com

 

WildChild Gallery

11 am - 5 pm, also on Sun at 11 am - 5 pm

9th Annual Art in the Heart, featuring “Artists at Work in the Heart of Matlacha”.

Valentine Group Show and Demonstrations. Call 283-6006 for more information or visit www.wildchildartgallery.com

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 4 pm, “Wrist Art and More” featuring artist Leslie Molzan.

Call 283-7097 for more information.

 

Island Visions:

Joan Roberts paints. Colorful, fast & fun. Call for times - 282-0452 or visit

www.island-visions.com 

February

Sunday, 14

Valentines Day

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

"10th annual, Art in the Heart of Matlacha" Featuring 10 colorful artists.

Aso at Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

www.leomalovegrove.com 

 

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

"Second Annual Wedding Vow Renewal" 5pm - 7pm (RSVP)

For more information call 239-282-1244

www.leomalovegrove.com

 

WildChild Gallery

11 am - 5 pm

9th Annual Art in the Heart, featuring “Artists at Work in the Heart of Matlacha”.

Valentine Group Show and Demonstrations. Call 283-6006 for more information or visit www.wildchildartgallery.com

  Earth & Spirit Garden Gallery
1:00 - 4:00pm, "Yoga Retreat: Warming Your Heart"
Taught by Deb Zwetsch, Artist and Certified Yoga Instructor for over 10 years.
Call 866-391-5167 for more information and reservations. or visit www.earthandspiritgardengallery.com  Please reserve your space early. Cost: $35.00

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March - Blown Away by Art

March

Friday, 12

Florida Gallery

10 am - 8 pm also on  Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm,

 featuring Wooden Vessels by artist Rick Russell. Call 283-7097 for more information

 

Andy's Island Seafood

"Cooking with Andy"  held at 7 pm

Cooking class - $25.00 per person ( includes food and wine), Seating is limited. Net proceeds benefit the Animal Refuge Center and Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). Call 239-283-2525 for more information

 

Koucky Gallery & Gardens

4 pm - 8 pm, also on from Saturday, 11 am - 3 pm.

“Wildlife” featuring a fine art showing of works in watercolor, acrylic, photography. Demos and Workshops available.

Call 283-4414 for more information or visit  www.KouckyGallery.com

 

WildChild Gallery

2 - 9 pm, Opening Reception for artist Mimi Little, featuring her paintings in oils.

Show runs from March 1st - April 5th.

Call 283-6006 for more information or visit www.wildchildartgallery.com

 

SYZYGY Gallery (formerly Bonnie’s & Christina’s Art Gallery)

4 - 8 pm,  John Bredin - March is John Bredin’s month featuring paintings, primarily in oil, of sailboats and aquatic scenes of Florida and the Bahamas.

Call 283-9560 for more information www.matlachaart.com

  Singer/Songwriter concert
hosted by Kip Lawrence, musicians and locations to be announced

March

Saturday, 13

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

"Painting Out Loud With Leoma Lovegrove"  2pm to 4pm in the Gallery's Water Way Gardens. Free

For more information visit: www.leomalovegrove.com

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 4 pm, featuring Wooden Vessels by artist Rick Russell.

Call 283-7097 for more information

 

Koucky Gallery & Gardens:

11 am - 3 pm, “Wildlife” featuring a fine art showing of works in watercolor, acrylic, photography & sculpture in wildlife motifs. Demos and Workshops available.

Call 283-4414 for more information or visit  www.KouckyGallery.com

 

Bert’s Pine Bay Gallery:

 2 - 7 pm . Third Annual Mermaid Festival featuring aquatic works in multiple mediums. Come dressed as Mermaids and Mermen. Call 283-1335 for more information or visit

www.bertsgallery.com

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April - Showered by Art

April

Friday, 9

 

WildChild Gallery:

2 - 9 pm, Opening Reception “Chaos and Creation”,

featuring works in oils by artist Carla Wormington. Show runs for two months: April 5 - May 31.
Also Celebrating Earth Day ~ Reuse, Recycle

featuring all medias in recycled materials - a group show.

Call 283-6006 for more information or visit www.wildchildartgallery.com

 

Andy's Island Seafood

"Cooking with Andy"  held at 7 pm

Cooking class - $25.00 per person ( includes food and wine), Seating is limited. Net proceeds benefit the Animal Refuge Center and Clinic for Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). Call 239-283-2525 for more information

 

Florida Gallery

10 am - 8 pm & Saturday, 10 am - 4 pm, “Review of the Season”
Call 283-7097 for more information.

 

Bert’s Pine Bay Gallery

4 - 8 pm also on Saturday, 10 am - 7 pm. Earth Day Celebration.

Call 283-1335 for more details or visit www.bertsgallery.com

  Singer/Songwriter concert
hosted by Kip Lawrence, musicians and locations to be announced

April

Saturday, 10

Lovegrove Gallery & Gardens

 7:00pm - 9:30pm  "Painting Out Loud With Leoma Lovegrove (RSVP)

For more information call 239-282-1244

www.leomalovegrove.com

 

Koucky Gallery & Gardens

11 am - 3 pm, 2nd Annual Earth Day Celebration.

Paint on the community mural with artist Thom Millsap and other family activities. Plant and Garden Specials.

Call 283-4414 for more information or visit www.KouckyGallery.com

 

Bert’s Pine Bay Gallery

10 am - 7 pm. Earth Day Celebration. Call 283-1335 for more details

 

Florida Gallery:

10 am - 4 pm, “Review of the Season”, Call 283-7097 for more information.

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