Carrollwood Cultural Center

"Autumn Colors" Art Exhibit
2023-09-23, 2023-09-25, 2023-09-26, 2023-09-27 | Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road Tampa, Fl 33618
On display in the Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center:
Main Theatre Gallery: Autumn Colors presented by the Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center
Autumn Colors is inspired by the seasonal changing of leaves’ colors as temperatures drop and daylight shrinks in the northern hemisphere.
Autumn Colors Winning Pieces

Additional exhibits currently on display:
Atrium Gallery: To be announced

Lobby Gallery: Far from the Tree by Peggy Roberts

Corridor Gallery: As We Are by Maritza Rodriguez

Artist Corner: Artwork by Emily Stehle

"Far from the Tree" by Peggy Roberts
2023-09-23, 2023-09-25, 2023-09-26, 2023-09-27 | Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road Tampa, Fl 33618
“Uncommon thinkers reuse what common thinkers refuse.” – J.R.D. Tata
Whether an uncommon thinker or just a seeker of uncommon art materials, mixed-media artist Peggy Roberts challenges herself daily to transform Florida’s very common cast-offs into colorful, whimsical creatures.
Peggy repurposes palm fronds and seed pods others throw away, metamorphosing them with jigsaw and acrylic paints – adding eyelashes, manes, and other features from additional palm tree parts.
Hailing from Bradenton, Florida – just a bit south of Tampa – Peggy is rarely frond-less. She continues to be influenced by the area’s many varied palm trees. She is inspired by the opportunity to excite others with her repurposed artwork.

Artist Statement
In Florida, we step over them, swerve to avoid hitting them, and pile them at the curb for collection. But one day, I picked one up and studied it. And at that moment, I fell in love with palm fronds. Often, I see my next piece in a frond or seedpod. Just as often, I search my tangled stockpile for one I can transform.
My jigsaw takes my sketch from paper to frond; then I sand the edges until smooth. I mix acrylics with a paint additive to smooth them and slow drying time. For some pieces, I paint directly on the frond’s surface. When working with curved or deeply grooved fronds, I paint on a flat surface and, once dry, affix the paint to the frond. This technique also allows me to add wrinkles and folds when needed.
Depending on the creature, I add eyelashes, manes, tusks, etc. – all made from palm tree parts – then seal the front and back.
I find joy in repurposing materials most people throw away. And I am thrilled when people tell me my whimsical creatures make them smile.
– Peggy Roberts, Frond Artist

Additional exhibits currently on display:
Main Gallery: Autumn Colors presented by The Gallery
Atrium Gallery: To be announced

Lobby Gallery: Far from the Tree by Peggy Roberts

Corridor Gallery: As We Are by Maritza Rodriguez

Artist Corner: Artwork by Emily Stehle

Rehearsal: Carrollwood Jukebox
2023-09-23 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | The Studio, 13345 Casey Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
This is a private rehearsal.

Denying Gravity - A Play with Purpose
2023-09-23 14:00 - 15:30 | Main Theatre, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618, FL
Denying Gravity provides an inspiring theater experience that is a roller coaster ride with twists and turns between comedy and drama.
A minor misstep interrupts the good life “Claire” has been living and she is annoyed (yet somewhat amused) to find herself challenged until she realizes she has entered a ‘twilight zone’ of The Unexpected. Experience how this genuine story converts audiences into advocates for fall prevention and quite literally saves lives. Open to the public with NO COST for admission. Family-friendly and handicap accessible. The play runs 60 minutes, followed by a 30-minute Q & A with Hillsborough County first responders.

Reservations are recommended to guarantee your FREE seat and allow early admission to select your seat(s) before walk-ins. Doors will open at 1 pm for guests with reservations. Walk-ins will be seated in any open seats at 1:45 pm.

Audience feedback is encouraged and appreciated by SAGES with goody bags and a Prize Drawing at each show.

Questions? Please call SAGES at 727-536-7076 or email playswithpurpose@sagestheater.org.

SAGES (Senior Actors Guild & Education Services) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit community theater comprised of older adult volunteers who tour Tampa Bay to bring original Plays with Purpose to seniors and caregivers for FREE. Our plays address issues of safety and independence for aging adults and both educate and empower, as well as, entertain. We proudly partner with community leaders (ie. Senior Connection Center, Hillsborough Aging Services, AARP) and first responders (Fire Rescue, 911, Law Enforcement, Consumer Protection Services) to accurately reflect the impact of the true stories we tell and offer easy-to-implement safety tips for protection.

Chair Yoga
2023-09-25 10:00 - 10:45 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga practiced on a chair or standing using a chair for support.
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Gentle Hatha Yoga
2023-09-25 11:00 - 12:30 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
This class will teach you basic yoga in a gentle way.
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Bridge Club
2023-09-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Community Room, 4537 Lowell Road
Bridge ClubThe Bridge Club is open to anyone that knows how to play bridge and wants to spend their Monday afternoons with a great group of people. Whether you have been playing a couple of years, or many years, you will have a great time with this fun group. Newcomers are welcome.
For more information, please contact Lana Hopkins at thecrazylady@live.com.

Wheel Throwing
2023-09-25 18:00 - 20:30, 2023-09-26 13:00 - 15:30, 2023-09-26 18:00 - 20:30, 2023-09-27 13:00 - 15:30 | Ceramics / Pottery Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Students will learn the basics of wheel throwing by forming and throwing simple shapes on the potter’s wheel.
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Phase I
2023-09-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Carrollwood Village Room, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL 33618, FL
Carrollwood Village Phase I Homeowners Association

Adult Ballet (Intermediate)
2023-09-25 18:45 - 20:15, 2023-09-26 18:45 - 20:15 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
This intermediate class meets three times a week to focus on ballet techniques for the intermediate dancer.
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Mudslinger Studio Pass
2023-09-26 10:00 - 12:30, 2023-09-27 10:00 - 12:30 | Ceramics / Pottery Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Mudslingers Clay Open Studio Pass grants unlimited access during Open Studio Hours during a current six-week session.
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Plein Air Painting
2023-09-26 16:00 - 18:45 | Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road Tampa, Fl 33618
Learn to capture the beauty of life!
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Kids Hip Hop!
2023-09-26 16:30 - 17:30 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
A high-energy hip-hop dance class for ages 7-9.
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EveryBody Can Dance
2023-09-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Join a class where everyone dances to their own beat, shakes it, and laughs while learning and building a routine each week!
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American Sign Language
2023-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Community Room, 4537 Lowell Road
A two-hour ASL introductory course that meets twice a week for 6 weeks.
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Rehearsal: Carrollwood Winds
2023-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 | The Studio, 13345 Casey Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
The Carrollwood Winds is a concert band comprised of local community members who are committed to performance. The band performs a wide range of literature at the high school and college level. Members of the band are not beginners or novices, rather members of the community with band experience who are looking for a venue to continue their craft. The Carrollwood Winds performs at the Carrollwood Cultural Center four to five times throughout the year and is branching out to other community and educational venues as well.

Phase II Board Meeting
2023-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Carrollwood Village Room, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL 33618, FL
Carrollwood Village II Homeowners Association

HSI Staff Training
2023-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Meeting Room II, 4537 Lowell Road Tampa, Fl 33618

Creative Dance
2023-09-27 16:00 - 16:45 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
This class serves as a perfect introduction to dance, movement, and choreography for young children.
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