ARTS AND CULTURAL Events ~ CCIRC Performances & Events
Writers Window Pane on November 24, 10am. Vero Beach Main Library, 1600 21st Street
VBMA Sensory Friendly Museum Studios
November 25, 9:30am. Families with special sensory needs are invited to enter the Museum and begin their visit early at 9:30am in quiet, calm galleries. Docents will be available to answer questions and provide mini-tours. Sensory tools will be available from 9:30am-1:00pm. Families are welcome to stay and enjoy the rest of the day’s special activities!
VBMA Museum Stories: 0-23 Month Olds November 29, 9:30 – 10:30am
VBMA Museum Stories for 2-4 Year Olds November 29, 10:30 – 11:30am
Sunrise Theatre presents Tom Segura LIVE on November 24 & 25, 7pm.
Comedy Corner with RC Smith on November 25, 8pm
http://www.sunrisetheatre.com/events
On Sunday, November 26, 1 – 4pm, the Museum Store at the Vero Beach Museum of Art is thrilled to participate in Museum Store Sunday, an annual holiday shopping day supporting cultural institutions and their stores. This year, more than 2,100 museum stores representing all 50 states and the District of Columbia, 24 countries, and five continents will celebrate Museum Store Sunday and offer unique gifts for the holiday season—with all purchases supporting its parent institution and the artisans and craftspeople who create many of the gifts found in museum stores. During this day, as part of the VBMA participation in Museum Store Sunday, shoppers will be offered a special 20% off* all store-wide merchandise on this one day. Each purchase supports the mission and programs of the Museum.
Viner Series for the Visual Arts at CCOVB George Pillorgé Through November 30 , Sanctuary Narthex Gallery Community Church of Vero Beach To attend call the Church Office 772-562-3633 Hours: Sunday, 8 – 11:30am & Monday to Friday, 8 am – 5pm
Award winning Artist George Pillorgé is a retired architect who uses his keen eye for design and detail to bring images and scenes to life. Seemingly “everyday” occurrences are given a new perspective through his use of colorful pastels. The artist has said, “Pastel painting is a perfect extension of my past architectural drawing into a new expressive and colorful realm.”
Riverside Theatre offers Winterfest on December 1–3
Winterfest is the rebranded, signature fundraising event for Riverside Theatre’s educational programs, formally known as Festival of Trees. Considered Vero Beach’s premier holiday event, this festival transforms Riverside’s campus into a holiday wonderland filled with beautifully decorated trees, centerpieces, wreaths, vendor booths, arts and crafts, live performances, Santa’s Village, and even an “ice” skating rink!
Riverside Theatre offers Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. December 1-3 ON THE STARK STAGE 60-Minute Version
Fully staged production performed by Riverside’s theatre education students. Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure.
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County Intergenerational Recreation Center Exhibit Feathers, Fins And Furs. On view through December 13. Featured artists; Merana Cadorette, Mary Carter, Ella Chabot, Donna Franklin, Debby Hall, Evelyn Haught, John McAleer, Lauri Tagliaferro and Mariya Yankovich.
The Galleries at First Pres offers Fall Art Show
On view through December 29. The work of three standout artists will be displayed in galleries throughout the church campus for the duration of the show. Visitors can enjoy the work of Tony Caruso, Karin Delagi and Joseph Wade.
ELC 2023-2024 Nature Inspired Art Series presents The Magic of Trees
The Magic of Trees is a group show with five artists; Judy Burgarella, Ella Chabot, Cynthia Colella, Scott Kelly, and Camy de Mario will be exhibiting tree-themed artwork. On view through December 29. Environmental Learning Center, 255 Live Oak Dr., Vero Beach
Deborah Gooch Memorial Retrospective
Center for Spiritual Care, On view through December 29.
1550 24th St, at the northeast corner of 16th Avenue and 24th St., in Vero Beach.
A memorial retrospective of forty paintings by Deborah Gooch, an influential artist and teacher who worked in Vero Beach for more than 30 years. Proceeds from sales of the paintings will go to fund a scholarship in her name granted by the Vero Beach Art Club.
VBMA presents The Infinite Variations: The Imaginative Worlds of M.C. Escher
On view through December 30. A consummate boundary-pusher and arguably the most famous printmaker of the modern era, Escher used his work to challenge perspectives, deftly exploring the relationships between art and science, reality and illusion, chaos and order, and logic and absurdity. Escher’s images pervade popular culture and fascinate audiences with their imaginative design, consummate draftsmanship, and dreamy visions.
J.M. Stringer Gallery presents “Captivating Inspirations” a Group Exhibition! On view through December 31
Discover the Remarkable Paintings and Extraordinary Conversations that Formed Common Ground Among Uncommon People in the special exhibition
Kindred Spirits: Paintings & Letters from the Kiplinger Family Collection On view through January 7. Opening Reception December 1, 6 – 8pm
The A.E. Backus Museum is pleased to present an important exhibition that explores the close friendship between artist “Bean” Backus and publishing magnate “Kip” Kiplinger.
W. M. Kiplinger (1891-1967), a famed Washington journalist with a home on Sewall’s Point, discovered the art of A. E. Backus and the two became friends in the 1950s. Despite great differences in their lifestyles, the two shared a charitable mind-set when it came to support for the community. Kiplinger found Backus to be a close counterpart in many ways. He also admired Backus’ work and commissioned a number of significant paintings by the artist included in the exhibition. One of the important works he commissioned is a nearly 9-foot long, mural-sized painting of the St. Lucie River from his Sewall’s Point estate. The view from the estate, Bay Tree Lodge, was perfect for and certainly destined to become a Backus painting. When Martin County built its first library on land that Kiplinger donated to the community, he also donated the Backus mural-sized painting to the library. The painting, which is kept at its permanent home at the Blake Library in Stuart, will be part of the Kindred Spirits exhibition. This will give Backus Museum visitors the opportunity to appreciate the painting up-close for the first time since 1999, as it will be installed at eye-level for ideal viewing.
Kiplinger, who was also a tireless letter writer, corresponded with his friend “Bean” as well as with other artists he met at the Backus Studio, including a surprisingly candid exchange with Alfred Hair (1941-1970). Kiplinger provided encouragement to Hair, a talented young artist who would go on to become famous in his own right as one of the original Florida Highwaymen. Kindred Spirits is the first public showing of selected works from the Kiplinger Family Collection including rare letters like the one to Hair. Paintings on view from the collection include works by Al Black, Walter Cole, Willie Daniels, James F. Hutchinson, Kevin Hutchinson, Therese Knowles, Roy McLendon, Harold Newton, and Sam Newton.
To continue the legacy of both Kiplinger and Backus, the Kiplinger family has endowed a space in the A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery to be known henceforth as The Kiplinger Gallery.
Art at The Emerson presents All Around the Town Exhibition on through January 3. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00AM to 3:00PM. For more information, please visit artattheemersoncenter.com
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County On Exhibit Indian River County Administrative Complex, Bldg A & B, First & Second Floors. On view through January 10, 2024. Portraits/ The Artist’s Studio. Featured artist: Judy Burgarella, Julie Burns, Mary Carter, Evelyn Haugh, Pearl Lau, Eileen Lovre, John McAleer and Michelle Nevaeh.
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County in conjunction with Mandy and Ray Hooker invite you to viewing at Indian River Distillery, 3308 Aviation Blvd. in Vero Beach. Exhibit Theme: “Old Florida”. Featured Artists: Judy Burgarella, Mary Carter, John McAleer, Gwen McNenney, Ena Raquer , Tara Rovani, Mark San Souci & Lauri Tagliaferro. On view through January 27.
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County New Venue Vero Beach Outlets Mall Guest Services on exhibit All Things Vero! Featured Artists: Judy Burgarella, Julie Burns, Mary Carter, Evelyn Haugh, Pearl Lau, Eileen Lovre, John McAleer & Michelle Nevaeh. On view through Jan 27. 1824 94th Drive, Vero Beach (located beside Michael Kohrs).
Art in Public Places Program sponsored by the Cultural Council of Indian River County On Exhibit Indian River County Courthouse Solo Exhibit- Judy Burgarella Life and Still Life. On view through February 7.
Cultural Council of Indian River County is pleased to announce a new venue for Art in Public Places Program – Vero Beach City Hall, 1053 20th Place, Gallery Exhibits in Hallway & Council Chambers. “All Around The Town” on view through April 24 with works by Gwen McNenney on exhibit in the Hallway. Works by Barbara Krupp on view in the Council Chamber.
McKee Botanical Garden newest exhibition:
A Tropical Flock of Avian Avatars by The Myth Makers Donna Dodson & Andy Moerlein
On view through April 28. Featuring ten monumental and environmentally friendly bird sculptures created from bamboo and other mixed media.Each unique Avian Avatar in the Tropical Flock is made specifically for McKee. These majestic birds will grace McKee’s tropical landscape though April 28. The sculptures are designed to attract, captivate, and inspire the imaginations of all who encounter them.
In December 2023 and January 2024 Gallery 14 Presents A Lifetime of Exploration: Paintings by Barbara Krupp Journey Through the Decades: Time Capsules by Paul Solovay
On view December 1 – January 26 at 1911 14th Avenue in Vero Beach.
Opening Receptions on Friday December 1, 5-8pm and Friday January 5, 5-8pm.
Gallery 14 is proud to present a two month dual special exhibit featuring work by abstract expressionist Barbara Krupp and photographer/assemblagist Paul Solovay
Barbara Krupp, living in both Ohio and Vero Beach, has exhibited nationally and internationally in galleries and museums and her work can be found in many private collections, including the University of Tampa, who purchased fifty three of her paintings. Originally trained as an x-ray technician, she likes to quote T.S. Eliot, “I have seen the skull beneath the skin.” The structure of the painting is very important to her, as she allows the bones of the painting – both computationally and metaphorically, become the painting’s subject matter.
Paul Solovay, living in both Upstate New York and Vero Beach, spent nearly thirty years as a top creative talent in advertising, creating many award-winning commercials. His Pepsi commercial “Bringing Home Baby” is in the Smithsonian Museum and the Broadcast Museum in NYC. His ‘Active Camera’ photographs translate musical sound waves into light waves, capturing the high energy of performance. His new series “Time Capsules of the 20th Century” feature multi-media assemblages with sound tracks and ephemera through the decades.
Also featured: Gallery 14 artist-owners: Lila Blakeslee, Barbara du Pont, Barbara Landry, Mary Ann Hall, Jessica Leto, Deborah Polackwich, Dorothy Napp Schindel, and Evan Schwarze. Also shown will be work by represented artists Walford Campbell, Melanie Denison, Joan Earnhart, Terry Green, Viola Pace Knudsen, Mia Lindberg, Francis Mesaros, Michael Robinson, Carol Staub and Jo Zaza.
Artists Guild Gallery is a fine-art gallery featuring original art by local artist-owners. Diverse styles and mediums are represented, and the art is changed, and rotated on a monthly basis. Classes are offered in oil, watercolor, acrylics, pastels, and drawing. Located: 1974 14th Avenue, Vero Beach
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 11am – 3pm, Saturdays 11 – 3
A Look Ahead:
Vero Beach Rotary Club presents Christmas Parade on December 2, 6 -7pm.
Location Details: Beachside Ocean Dr., Vero Beach
WinterGreen Night Lights at Environmental Learning Center
December 7- 9, 5:30 – 8:30pm. December 14 – 16, 5:30 – 8:30pm
The Environmental Learning Center welcomes the holiday season with its signature event WinterGreen Night Lights on December 7 – 9 and December 14 – 16. This family-friendly celebration will take place from 5:30 – 8:30pm over six nights and feature unique entertainment each evening. Elite Christmas Lighting will have the campus illuminated with thousands of lights. Sponsors include Dyer Subaru and Gould Cooksey Fennell.
WinterGreen Night Lights has activities for all ages. Adults and children can experience the lighted mangrove tunnels by canoe as ELC paddlers take guests on a ride in the Indian River Lagoon. ELC will have an Earth-Friendly Market with vendors in the Lagoon Room for shopping. Everyone can explore the Discovery Station which features a Touch Tank and aquariums. “The Magic of Trees” group art show is on exhibit in the Tidal Gallery and the Lagoon Room and all artwork is for sale with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the ELC. The Nature Nook Gift Shop will be open and has puzzles, stuffed animals, books, and gift certificates.
TINSEL AND TIDINGS: A COMMUNITY CONCERT December 8 – 17
Join the Vero Beach Theatre Guild and the Vero Beach community for a holiday celebration! There will be music, dance, and festive holiday showcases featuring local organizations you know and love
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