Carrollwood Cultural Center

Bridge Club
2024-12-09 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | 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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Gentle Hatha Yoga
2024-12-09 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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Chair Yoga
2024-12-09 10:00 - 10:45 | Virtual
Chair Yoga is a form of yoga practiced on a chair or standing using a chair for support.
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"Think Big" by Elizabeth Ventura
2024-12-09, 2024-12-07, 2024-12-06 | Atrium Art Gallery, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, 33618, United States
Creating large works requires not only exaggerated gestures, sweeping brush strokes, and thick paint but also broader, simpler concepts that can be seen and understood from a distance. Big work means tapping into big dreams.
I thought about bold colors, distinct shapes, a mix of organic and structured elements to create a noticeable presence.
Think Big was jump-started by a conversation with a group of women of a certain age that centered on the “cultural invisibility” of older women. Think Big says “I’m here and I still have something meaningful to say.”
– Elizabeth Ventura

"A Natural Response" by Susan Huskey
2024-12-09, 2024-12-07 | Art Corner Art Gallery, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, F, 33618, United States
A native Floridian, Susan Huskey deeply appreciates the beauty of flowers and the landscape, having grown up in the country with the freedom to explore her natural surroundings. Susan’s love of flowers was a gift from her mother, a botanist who always had gardens full of flowers and taught her how to plant her first flower patch. Then she was hooked! Susan became increasingly fascinated by the infinite variety of floral shapes and colors, the intricacy of some forms, and the simplicity of others. Thus, the natural world soon became the inspiration for her watercolor explorations. Susan loves to paint with splashy and expressive brushstrokes, overcoming the need to paint the subject verbatim but composing with a blend of detail and the abstract. PLainting is an act of joy she shares with you.
Susan Huskey
(727) 534-5243
art@susanhuskey.com

"Square Roots" by Mark Lembo
2024-12-09, 2024-12-07 | Corridor Art Gallery, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
I feel best when bringing works to life that are distinctive, challenge easy categorization, capture the synergy of melding diverse media, and blur the lines between watercolor, acrylics, mark-making, and action painting styles. My latest adventures have been in relief printing/mark-making and abstract montage.
Even with a simple palette, there are still so many ideas to explore and evolve with various media, surfaces, and techniques. Abstract art – and cooking! – provide great freedom and the joy of discovery through the creative process.
– Mark Lembo

"Everyday Encounters" by Yuka Ikebuchi
2024-12-09, 2024-12-07 | Lobby Art Gallery, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, 33618, United States
Yuka Ikebuchi is originally from Shimane prefecture in southwestern Japan. During her college years in Japan, she encountered works of art created by people who survived extremely traumatic wartime experiences, facilitating her desire to pursue art therapy.
Upon completing her studies, she worked with a wide variety of clinical populations at hospitals, community facilities, and a long-term care facility in the US. After some years spent as a therapist, Yuka became more focused on being a full-time mother and a homemaker until
her youngest took off to college.
Since then, Yuka has been back in her studio and continuing to work on painting. Yuka is now creating art of her own and finding images that reflect her inner voice.
ARTIST STATEMENT: I often look for something that catches my eyes when I walk in my neighborhood, new towns, or foreign cities. Some days I get lucky and happen to come across a fascinating scene like circus performers practicing their trapeze work. Other times I get a passing glance at people going about their daily lives in cafes, at the beach, or on city and village streets. It seems that whenever I am not actively searching for a particular inspiration, beautiful sky and clouds, fresh flowers and vegetables in gardens, and lively dogs and cats will often help expanding my mind’s eye.
However there are lots of other times, I have to dig in deep and look and think about painting inspiration. In whatever a motif and/or vision comes to be my painting theme, I look for images that can be formed to convey their natural beauty and/or become a vehicle of sorts to project emotions, intentions, and experiences. In the “Circus Practice”, I try expressing mixed emotions by contrasting between the stillness of the man suspended in mid air and active movements in the sky.
My work is evolving and searching for ways toward better execution. I humbly enjoy an impressionistic approach with texture and movement from brush strokes and layered color effects.
Pictured: Circus Practice by Yuka Ikebuchi

"Student, Faculty & Member" Art Show
2024-12-09, 2024-12-07 | Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618
Please join us in celebrating some of the fabulous works created in our studios and by our members!
The Student, Faculty & Member Art Show is open to all students, faculty, and volunteers who have taken classes, worked, and volunteered at the Carrollwood Cultural Center since January 2023. This show is also for all current members of the Center!
Congratulations to the artists who created the winning pieces!

Holiday Trees Display & Silent Auction
2024-12-09, 2024-12-08, 2024-12-07 | Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road Tampa, Fl 33618
A Seasonal Tradition!

The Holiday Trees Display & Auction is a fundraiser for the Carrollwood Cultural Center. View and bid on a variety of themed holiday trees displayed in our lobby. Proceeds benefit our Tom Jones Tuition Assistance Fund, which allows families to send their child(ren) to Summer Camp who otherwise might be unable to participate.

The online auction will close on December 15 at 9 p.m.

If you prefer not to bid on a tree but want to donate to the Tom Jones Tuition Assistance Fund, please CLICK HERE.(The online auction is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, regardless of the Center’s hours of operation. If you want to visit the Center in person, please refer to the calendar to ensure we are open. You may also call (813) 922-8167.)

The Carrollwood Winds
2024-12-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Main Theatre, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618, FL
Listen to the sleigh bells jingle as The Carrollwood Winds ring in the holiday season.
The Carrollwood Winds is a concert band comprised of local community members committed to performance. Under the direction of John Poore, the band performs a wide range of literature at the high school and college levels.

Admission: $12 member / $15 general admission

Please consider making a donation 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!

Cotillion (Juniors)
2024-12-08 12:00 - 19:00 | FL

Auditions: Steel Magnolias
2024-12-08 12:00 - 15:00 | FL
PLEASE NOTE: All interested actors must complete the audition interest form by CLICKING HERE.

Carrollwood Cultural Center and show director David J. Valdez will hold auditions for Steel Magnolias, adapted by Robert Harling.
Come and keep good company at Truvy’s beauty salon in Chinquapin, Louisiana, where all the ladies who are “anybody” come to have their hair done.
CLICK HERE for show and performance information.
Presented through Dramatists Play Service.
IMPORTANT PRODUCTION DATES:
Auditions:

Deadline for Virtual Submissions: Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.
In-person Auditions: December 8 & 9, 2024
Callbacks: Monday, December 9, 2024

Other Important Dates:

Rehearsals begin Tuesday, January 7, 2025
Technical rehearsals: March 8-13, 2025
Show dates: March 14-23, 2025

The director seeks six (6) strong, female-presenting actors who “are witty, intelligent, and above all, real.” We encourage racial and ethnic diversity in all casting choices. All roles are open.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:

TRUVY JONES – 40ish. Owner of the beauty shop.
ANNELLE DUPUY-DESOTO – 19. Beauty shop assistant.
CLAIREE BELCHER – 66ish. Widow of the former mayor. Grande dame.
SHELBY EATENTON-LATCHERIE – 25. Prettiest girl in town.
M’LYNN EATENTON – 50ish. Shelby’s mother. Socially prominent career woman.
OUISER BOUDREAUX – 66ish. Wealthy curmudgeon. Acerbic but loveable.

TO SIGN-UP TO AUDITION:

All interested actors must complete the audition interest form by CLICKING HERE.
Option to choose submitting a virtual audition or sign up for an in-person audition.

VIRTUAL SUBMISSIONS:

Audition: 1-minute monologue or story.
Submit an unlisted YouTube video on the form and email auditions@carrollwoodcenter.org
Virtual submissions must be received by Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:00 p.m.
Virtual submissions may be invited to a callback on Monday, December 9, if available.

IN-PERSON AUDITIONS:

Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. or Monday, December 9, 2024 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Walk-ins are welcome, or auditioners can indicate their preferred date/time on the Google form.
Audition: 1-minute monologue or story.
Those auditioning on Sunday, December 8, 2024 may be invited to a callback on Monday, December 9, if available.

CALLBACKS (if necessary):

Date: Monday, December 9, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Likely to involve a cold read with a scene partner.

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.

Holiday Village
2024-12-07 11:00 - 18:00 | Carrollwood Village Park, 4680 W Village Dr, Tampa, FL, 33624, United States
‘Tis the season for community fun and celebration for a very merry, happy holiday!
The Carrollwood Cultural Center is pleased to partner with the Carrollwood Village Phase II & III HOAs and the Friends of the Carrollwood Village Park for the 4th Annual Holiday Village!
Holiday Village presented by the Carrollwood Village Phase II & III HOAs is a family-friendly event with holiday-themed crafts, activities, food trucks, music, decorations, and more.
ENTERTAINMENT sponsored by GRILLSMITH

11 am – 12:30 pm: Ted Stevens and the Doo Shots
1 pm – 2 pm: Vanessa Tompkins with Accompanist
2:30 pm – 5 pm: The Music Box presents The Revolvers, Shadow People, Burning Skulls, and Rhythm and Tonic
5:30 pm – 6 pm: The Carrollwood Community Chorus

Become a Vendor
Registration Deadline: November 29, 2024
Vendor registration for this event is now closed.

Argentine Tango: Fundamentals
2024-12-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Participants will learn the basic technical structure of the Argentine Tango dance, refine fundamentals, and acquire new techniques suitable for their skill level.
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Birthday Party
2024-12-07 10:00 - 23:00 | The Studio, 13345 Casey Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States

Exploring Art Through Pokemon
2024-12-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Art Room I, 4537 Lowell Road, FL
Each week, students will explore a different art style and medium through drawing, painting, and creating Pokemon.
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(CANCELED) Rehearsal: Carrollwood Jukebox Big Band
2024-12-07 09:00 - 12:00 | Main Theatre, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618, FL

Intermediate/Advanced Wheel Throwing
2024-12-07 09:00 - 11:30 | Ceramics / Pottery Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
This class is for returning intermediate and advanced students who have already learned and practiced basic wheel-throwing techniques.
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Storybook Crafting
2024-12-07 09:00 - 09:45 | Art Room II, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Join us for a fun, story-filled Saturday morning with stories and a craft!
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Jazz with Jim presents Brazil: Sambas & Bossa Novas
2024-12-06 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 The Jazz Directions as they present a setlist of Sambas and Bossa Novas.

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
2024-12-06 16:30 - 18:30 | 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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Intermediate & Advanced Hand Building
2024-12-06 10:00 - 12:30 | Ceramics / Pottery Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
Intermediate and advanced pottery students have already learned and practiced a variety of hand-building techniques and are ready to kick their skills up a notch!
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