Carrollwood Cultural Center

Rehearsal: Franz
2024-04-10 09:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York) | Main Theatre, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618, FL

Medicare Insurance
2024-04-10 10:00 - 11:00 | Carrollwood Village Room, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL 33618, FL
Hosted by Angela Lopez
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813.679.3154

Lil Rembrandts
2024-04-10 15:45 - 16:45 | Art Room I, 4537 Lowell Road, FL
Kids ages 5 to 7 will have fun creating original art pieces while learning about different mediums and techniques.
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Jr. Artists
2024-04-10 17:00 - 18:00 | Art Room I, 4537 Lowell Road, FL
Jr. Artist – Make-Up

Guardian ad Litem
2024-04-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Carrollwood Village Room, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL 33618, FL

"Black Art Matters"
2024-04-11, 2024-04-12, 2024-04-13 | 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

"Nature's Harmony: A Scientific Symphony" by Gina White
2024-04-11, 2024-04-12, 2024-04-13 | 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.

"Alive with Still Life" by Fran Failla
2024-04-11, 2024-04-12, 2024-04-13 | 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.

"Dark Matter" by Demetasphere
2024-04-11, 2024-04-12, 2024-04-13 | 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.

"The Earth Without 'Art' is 'Eh'" by Tampa Day School
2024-04-11, 2024-04-12, 2024-04-13 | 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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Rehearsal: New Horizons
2024-04-11 09:00 - 14:00 | The Studio, 13345 Casey Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States

Tai Chi
2024-04-11 13:00 - 14:00 | 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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Art Reception: Tampa Day School
2024-04-11 16:00 - 18:00
A private art reception for the students and families of Tampa Day School.

Kids Hip Hop!
2024-04-11 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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Ballet for Life
2024-04-11 17:30 - 18:45 | Dance Studio, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
A ballet class to help you live your best life.
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Avista ARC Committee Meeting
2024-04-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Carrollwood Village Room, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa, FL 33618, FL
Carrollwood Village HOA Committee Meeting

FCCC Governance Meeting
2024-04-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Alternate Site, 9242 Brindlewood Drive, Odessa, Florida, 33556

Latin Dancing
2024-04-12 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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Art Reception
2024-04-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center, 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa FL 33618
Mingle with the artists whose work is displayed in The Gallery at Carrollwood Cultural Center during this open art reception.
Join us for an evening of art, refreshments, camaraderie, and an original theatrical presentation titled Cry Loud, Spare Not, written and directed by Jordan Patterson. We will also announce the winning pieces from the Black Art Matters exhibit. Exhibitions and artists with work on display include:
Main Exhibit: Black Art Matters
Featured Artists (Lobby Gallery): Nature’s Harmony: A Scientific Study by Gina White & Alive with Still Life by Fran Failla

Corridor Gallery: The Earth Without “Art” is ‘Eh’ by Tampa Day School (private receptions on April 9 and April 11)

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

No RSVP is required.
(Event image: “3 Sisters DNA: Ayanna” by Demetasphere)

About Cry Loud, Spare Not
We’ve all heard the phrase. “A drunk mind speaks sober thoughts,” but what if being drunk is the issue in the first place? Addiction affects us all. It’s not just the person who can’t put the bottle down. It’s The US, the We. Some days, we have the courage to scream out for help. Some days, we can barely handle the truth plaguing our own minds.
We’re also told that if you have nothing nice to say, don’t say anything at all. But sometimes, it’s the hard things, the painful things that must be said, declared, and cried aloud. And one thing is for sure: no one is safe when the foundation of a home is built on lies, and bridges are sparked away from being burned.
This is a story of forgiveness, faith, and fighting for who you love.
About playwright/director Jordan Patterson
Jordan Patterson
From the ripe age of 12, I have always loved music and theatre. I started piano lessons at the age of 13 and quickly found out that everything that had to do with the performing arts was what God had put me on this earth to do. I teach piano, vocal, and acting classes at Carrollwood Cultural Center and Song and Dance Studio. I recently released my first Christian Electric Lofi Album, On Earth, under my artist name, Xo, Palace.
My heart is to create performing art that glorifies Jesus! So you will hear a Christian perspective on all of the work that I do! I love creating roles for the ones who typically get overlooked and don’t fit the typical type cast. Originally from Illinois but with roots in Alabama, I am a down-home city girl! I now strive every day to live by this quote I created: “If God is glorified, then I am satisfied!”
– Jordan

Rehearsal: Carrollwood Jukebox Big Band
2024-04-13 09:00 - 12:00 | The Studio, 13345 Casey Road, Tampa, FL, 33618, United States
