Carrollwood Cultural Center

Acrylic Painting & Drawing
2024-04-09 10:30 - 13:15 (America/New_York) | Art Room I, 4537 Lowell Road, FL
This is an intro and intermediate painting class with basic drawing instructions.
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"The Earth Without 'Art' is 'Eh'" by Tampa Day School
2024-04-09, 2024-04-08, 2024-04-06 | Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618
An exhibition by the students and instructors of Tampa Day School. Private receptions for this exhibit will be held on Tuesday, April 9 and Thursday, April 11 from 4 until 6 p.m.
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"Dark Matter" by Demetasphere
2024-04-09, 2024-04-08, 2024-04-06 | Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618
Demetasphere is a mixed-media artist exploring the connections between microbiology and elements of astronomy. Their signature filaments (circles) symbolize the presence of the illusive dark matter in all things, with the chaos of the cosmos as a backdrop. Demetasphere’s aim is to inspire others to appreciate the natural world’s complexity while highlighting the expansive interconnectedness of the universe.

"Alive with Still Life" by Fran Failla
2024-04-09, 2024-04-08, 2024-04-06 | Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618
I have been painting and creating art for over 50 years. It is and has always been an integral part of my life and a definitive statement of who I am as an individual. I paint because I love it. I love the smell of the oils and the rich, creamy way oil paints glide on a smooth canvas. I love to see an image emerge from those paints and form a visual reality for the viewer. My art is about communicating the simplicity and beauty of Life. It is something that often cannot be approximated with words alone, as there is a visual aesthetic that, by its very nature, accompanies the communication. And the aesthetic then elevates the communication beyond the words.
I am fascinated by the seemingly mundane parts of Life. A piece of fruit, an old piece of ceramic or glass, a flower that’s beyond its freshness, are all, to me, inherently beautiful. It is my mission as an artist to bring that beauty to others in a meaningful and abundantly aesthetic way.
-Fran Failla www.franfailla.com
Art Reception: Friday, April 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. MORE INFO

About the Artist
Fran Failla
Born in Brooklyn, New York, Fran’s personal artistic journey began at a very early age. Given the opportunity in elementary school to take up painting, she quickly showed a special aptitude for the medium. Her teacher recognized this and encouraged her mother to nurture her talent. Her mother wasted no time purchasing oil paints, canvas, and an easel for her to use. With this, she later went on to win several local and national art competitions for her work.
In high school and college, Fran continued to study art and art history. Fran quickly realized that oil painting was her passion, and so she focused on that medium alone, specializing in classical and contemporary still-life images. She attended Brooklyn College, which was known for its outstanding art department. There she studied under accomplished traditional artists, including Paul Gianfagna, who taught anatomy, and classical still-life painting. Fran strongly believes that an artist should be constantly growing and evolving. She, therefore, chose to continue her training at the Art Student’s League in New York, where she studied with contemporary masters Peter Homitsky, Leonid Gervits, and Dan Thompson. She also exhibited her work at the school, winning the prestigious “Red Dot” award. She went on to exhibit and sell her work locally in the New York area.
In 2018, Fran moved to the Tampa Bay area. Again, she sought out new art venues and chose to attend the Dunedin Fine Arts Center. There she studies with master artists, Markissia Touliatos and Shawn Dell Joyce. She is also a recipient of the Emerging Artist Grant for 2024. Fran’s professional affiliations include OPA (Oil Painters of America), TESA (The Exhibiting Society of Artists) and CAG (Creative Artists Guild of Dunedin).

Gallery Hours:
Most Mondays through Fridays
9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Most Saturdays
9 a.m. – noon
Summer Gallery Hours (June 3-August 2):
Most Mondays through Fridays
5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Most Saturdays
9 a.m. – noon
Our gallery is unique because it is integrated in everything we do! When you take a class, see a show, or rent a room, our gallery surrounds you. Please call ahead to ensure the gallery is available for viewing at the time you wish to visit.

"Nature's Harmony: A Scientific Symphony" by Gina White
2024-04-09, 2024-04-08, 2024-04-06 | Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618
Our world is teeming with vibrant life. It’s in the blades of grass in our front lawns. It’s in the symphonic birdsong that greets us in the morning. It’s even in the air we breathe. Life surrounds us, envelops us, and connects us all.
Since the beginning of human history, the beauty and complexity of our natural world have inspired both the arts and sciences, each informing the advancement and illumination of the other. As science broadens our understanding of the intricacies and hidden aspects of our natural world, the field of creative expression acts as a perfect catalyst to cultivate a deeper connection with nature, inspiring curiosity, exploration, and a sense of interconnectedness.
I employ art to visually interpret philosophical writings and poetry, focusing on Christian mystics like Thomas Merton, St. Teresa of Avila, and C.S. Lewis. I’ve also done studies of popular music, including U2, Arcade Fire, and Mumford and Sons. Given the subjective nature of poetry and fine art, I express my “visual reading” in an abstract style, allowing viewers to discover their own meanings. I am an encaustic artist and beyond wax, I use oil paint, wood, found objects, and metals.
– Gina White
Art Reception: Friday, April 12 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. MORE INFO
Gallery Hours:
Most Mondays through Fridays
9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Most Saturdays
9 a.m. – noon
Summer Gallery Hours (June 3-August 2):
Most Mondays through Fridays
5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Most Saturdays
9 a.m. – noon
Our gallery is unique because it is integrated in everything we do! When you take a class, see a show, or rent a room, our gallery surrounds you. Please call ahead to ensure the gallery is available for viewing at the time you wish to visit.

"Black Art Matters"
2024-04-09, 2024-04-08, 2024-04-06 | Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618
Black Art Matters is about celebrating the peaks and valleys of ALL black lives in the past, the present, and the possibilities of the future. Art that explores struggle, tears, laughter, frustration, and hope. Art that depicts the unwavering faith, power and character, the endurance and fearlessness experienced generation upon generation. Art that conveys depth, provokes discussion, and even makes people uncomfortable. Regardless of whether it’s portraying the Harlem Renaissance, dismantling the stigma in today’s workplace, or even how to safely raise a black child in today’s society. (Show image: “3 Sisters DNA: Ayanna” by Demetasphere)

Additional exhibits currently on display:
Featured Artist (Lobby Gallery):

Nature’s Harmony: A Scientific Symphony by Gina White (thru April 27)
Alive with Still Life by Fran Failla (thru April 27)
Allen Pettigrew (April 29 thru August 12)

Corridor Gallery: The Earth Without ‘Art’ is ‘Eh’ by Tampa Day School

Artist Corner (winner of the Student/Faculty Art Show): Dark Matter by Dionne Seevers
Atrium Gallery: Lelo Edel Alvarez

Rehearsal: Carrollwood Community Chorus
2024-04-08 19:00 - 21:00 | The Studio, 13345 Casey Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
The Carrollwood Community Chorus is open to anyone, regardless of experience, as long as you have a song in your heart. From the campfire to the Red Carpet, members from all walks of life come together to share their gift and love of song. The chorus performs regularly at the Center, local events and has even been known to “pop up” in crowds around the holidays. The group meets weekly to rehearse; however, this group of friendly folks are known to keep in touch outside of rehearsals, too! Now that’s something to sing about!
Community Chorus

Auditions: The SpongeBob Musical
2024-04-08 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-04-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Main Theatre, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618, FL
CLICK HERE for show and performance information.

Carrollwood Cultural Center and show director Andi Garner will hold auditions for The SpongeBob Musical. When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!
Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg
Book by Kyle Jarrow
Musical Production Conceived by Tina Landau
Original Songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alex Ebert of Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A., Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants, T.I.
And Songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny & Andy Paley
Additional Lyrics by Jonathan Coulton/Additional Music by Tom Kitt
Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants, and all related titles, logos, and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc. Created by Stephen Hillenburg.
Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

IMPORTANT PRODUCTION DATES
Auditions: April 7 and 8 from 6-8 p.m.
Please be prepared to sing 16 bars from a musical. Be prepared to dance, and bring tap shoes. An accompanist will be provided, but you are also welcome to sing with a track you bring. You may also be asked to sing songs from the production during the rehearsal process. Children ages ten and older are welcome to audition. Video submissions are also welcome. Please send videos to auditions@carrollwoodcenter.org.
Possible Callbacks: April 9 from 6-8 p.m.
Rehearsals: Rehearsals will begin in late May and run Monday through Thursday, 6:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. Rehearsal times during tech week will be later.
Tech Week: TBA
Performance Dates: July 19, 20, 26, 27, August 2 and 3 at 7 p.m. / July 21, 28, and August 4 at 2 p.m.

The Center is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We encourage persons of all abilities, races and ethnicities, gender identities and sexualities, and ages to apply for our opportunities. To indicate any need for special services, assistance, or appropriate modifications to participate, please email auditions@carrollwoodcenter.org.

FL Drama Kids
2024-04-08 17:00 - 18:00 | Community Room, 4537 Lowell Road
Kids drama classes

Bridge Club
2024-04-08 13:00 - 16:00 | Community Room, 4537 Lowell Road
The Bridge Club is open to anyone who 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.
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Blues & BBQ
2024-04-06 11:00 - 18:00 | Park at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Rd, Tampa, FL 33618, USA, Tampa, Florida, 33618, United States
Have a finger-lickin’ good time with some of Tampa’s best BBQ Food Trucks and rockin’ guitar licks.
Blues & BBQ, presented by the Carrollwood Village HOAs, is a free, family-friendly outdoor music festival with live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, games, and more.
The Blues
11 a.m. Al “The Blues Barbarian” Farr
12:30 p.m.Golden Coyote
2:30 p.m. George Pennington
4:30 p.m. Alex Lopez & The Xpress
The BBQ & More
Son of a Brisket | Sweetie’s BBQ
That’s Kickin’ Chicken | Burger 21
Kravin Wheels | Rollin Bites | Salsa My Love
Thai-riffic Beverages | Pour Decisions
Kona Ice of Lake Carroll

Become a Vendor
Registration Deadline: March 15, 2024
Entry Fee for Artisan Vendors: $45 members / $55 non-members / Free for Carrollwood Village HOA members
Entry Fee for Food Vendors: Free (A donation of 10% of the event proceeds is suggested.)

Argentine Tango I
2024-04-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
This beginner’s Argentine Tango class introduces the basic technical structure of the dance.
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Rehearsal: Carrollwood Jukebox Big Band
2024-04-06 09:00 - 12:00 | The Studio, 13345 Casey Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States

Jazz with Jim presents Themes from the Movies
2024-04-05 19:30 - 21:00 | Main Theatre, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618, FL
It’s more than a jazz concert. It’s time with friends.
Jazz with Jim is an ongoing concert series at the Center hosted by Jim Burge (saxophone/flute/clarinet), Ron Delp (keyboard), Jeff Henson (drums), and Todd Jeferies (bass) — together, they are The Jazz Directions. Each concert is unique as The Jazz Directions share stories and some of their favorite musical selections apropos for the evening’s theme.
So, please sit back with a nice cup of coffee or soda while nibbling on some tasty treats and enjoy an evening with friends as The Jazz Directions play some of their favorite theme songs and soundtracks.

Reserved VIP Seating: $15 member / $20 general admission
General Seating: $13 member / $18 general admission

This event has reserved seating. Online processing fees apply.
Remember to “Round It Up.” Please consider donating when registering for classes or purchasing tickets. Your donation can be as simple as rounding your total to the nearest five or ten dollars — or whatever amount you wish to give. Thank you for your contribution!

Latin Dancing
2024-04-05 16:30 - 18:00 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Latin Dancing has many different styles Salsa, Merengue, Cha-Cha, Bachata, and Bolero. All Latin dances are sensual, fun, and energetic. This class will study a little of each!
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Tai Chi
2024-04-05 15:00 - 16:00 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Take steps to relieve insomnia, strengthen your core, improve your balance, and raise your heart rate with Tai Chi for beginners.
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Belly Dancing
2024-04-05 14:00 - 15:00 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Sure, you can do crunches, but why crunch when you can dance? Belly dancing is a ton of fun, but there are a lot of health benefits, too.
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Hand Building
2024-04-05 13:00 - 15:30
Students will be introduced to the hand building of pinch, coil, and slab and basic design techniques to create functional and non-functional clay objects.
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Hand Building
2024-04-05 10:00 - 12:30 | Ceramics / Pottery Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
