BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Creative Pinellas - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Creative Pinellas X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://creativepinellas.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Creative Pinellas REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240220T195320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T221524Z UID:90086-1721156400-1721161800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:FRESH INK\, July 16 DESCRIPTION:Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia by Dawn Branch\nOne woman tries desperately to cut her friend’s hair. Her friend just happens to be afraid of everything. \nFree to attend. \nBook Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/fresh-ink-july-16/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AS_CP_FreshInkBranding-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240702T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240509T164820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T183035Z UID:92929-1719946800-1719950400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Flora & Fauna – IG LIVE Artist Talk DESCRIPTION:Please join A Galban and Tarin Mohajeri\, Beyond Placemaking grantees and the force behind the Flora & Fauna exhibition\, as they talk with Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation Executive Director Emily Goot about art\, environmental sustainability\, and our intricate relationship with the flora and fauna that inhabit our planet. LIVE on Instagram. \nShop the Collection\n\nEvents\n \n \n \n \n \n Flora & Fauna – Artist Talk\n \n Posted on May 1\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Join the artists behind the exhibition Flora & Fauna: A Galban\, Adriano Nicot\, Froilán Escobar\, Jorge Dans\, Josignacio\, and Leslie Hiatt as they chat about their art\, their individual process\, and why they are drawn to use flora and fauna as subject matter…. Read More \n \n \n \nExhibition\n \n \n \n \n \n Flora & Fauna Exhibition\n \n Posted on April 17\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Flora & Fauna showcases the artworks of A Galban\, Adriano Nicot\, Jorge Dans\, Froilán Escobar\, Josignacio\, and Leslie Hiatt… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Flora & Fauna Opening Reception\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Celebrate the magic of nature with us at the opening reception of the Flora & Fauna Exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \nArtists\n \n \n \n \n \n AGalban\n \n Posted on February 6\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Born in Havana\, Cuba in 1967\, Edel Alvarez Galban\, aka AGalban\, has always had a fascination with everything artistic. From his infancy he painted everything around him\, becoming a threat to all the walls\, furniture and electrical devices in his childhood home\, no one wanted the child to visit their home for fear he would… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tarin Mohajeri\n \n Posted on May 15\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Co-curator Tarin Mohajeri was born in Miami\, Florida and grew up in West Palm Beach. She has always had a love for art\, especially photography. She studied Humanities and Photography at Florida State University and ultimately received a master’s in arts administration. Tarin worked for FSU Museum of Fine Arts\, Florida Gulf Coast Art Center\,… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/flora-fauna-ig-live-artist-talk/ LOCATION:FL CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Live Performance,Livestream,Virtual Event END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240523T190730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T151256Z UID:93411-1719514800-1719518400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks - Vanessa Cunto DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss an artist talk with Vanessa Cunto\, a Florida native and local artist in the Arts Coast\, featured in the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition. Discover her intricate graphite drawings\, inspired by Dutch Golden Age still life\, as she explores capitalism in today’s world. \n \n \n \n \n \n Vanessa Cunto\n \n Posted on November 14\, 2023 by Vanessa Cunto \n Vanessa Cunto is a St. Petersburg-based visual artist specializing in detailed graphite drawings. A first-generation American with roots in Italy and Venezuela\, she earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Florida and went on to build a 15-year career as an art director and stylist — experience that deeply informs both the… Read More \n \n \n \nShop the Collection\n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition – Artist Talks\n \n Posted on April 25\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n From visual art to poetry to fire dancing\, Artist Talks invite you to get to know the 2024 Emerging Artists through performances\, readings\, lectures\, and intimate conversations at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/2024-emerging-artist-exhibition-artist-talks-vanessa-cunto/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Vanessa-Cunto.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240220T195102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240220T195119Z UID:90084-1717527600-1717533000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:FRESH INK\, June 4 DESCRIPTION:Pride Play by Jayne Deely\nIn this queer meet\, cute local drag queens will usher you through the relationship of a couple. The best part is that you get a say in how the story unfolds. \nFree to attend. \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/fresh-ink-june-4/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AS_CP_FreshInkBranding-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240425T185240Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T165754Z UID:92362-1717250400-1717254000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks - David McCauley DESCRIPTION:Come together for an inspiring artist talk with David McCauley\, who has founded several organizations recognized for their impactful art programs. You will explore David’s diverse talent at the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition and hear his journey! \n \n \n \n \n \n David McCauley\n \n Posted on November 14\, 2023 by David McCauley \n David McCauley is an interdisciplinary artist based in St Petersburg\, FL. Since 2012\, he has founded multiple 501c3 organizations such as the Rise Up Gallery\, Laundromat Art Space\, Artillery Residency and The Wynwood Tour Guide App. Each of these entities have been awarded numerous accolades for their programs which encompass art therapy workshops in the… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition – Artist Talks\n \n Posted on April 25\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n From visual art to poetry to fire dancing\, Artist Talks invite you to get to know the 2024 Emerging Artists through performances\, readings\, lectures\, and intimate conversations at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition\n \n Posted on March 21\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Discover the next wave of artists! Join us for a diverse and innovative exhibition of work showcasing the dynamic creations of our 2024 Emerging Artist grant recipients. This eighth annual exhibition features original work by ten exceptional artists: Kaitlin Crockett\, Vanessa Cunto\, Thomas Sayers Ellis\, Fran Failla\, Tyler Gillespie\, Antonia Lewandowski\, David McCauley\, Harriet Monzon-Aguirre\,… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/2024-emerging-artist-exhibition-artist-talks-david-mccauley/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/David-McCauley_Artist-Talk_FI.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240425T190458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T190305Z UID:92374-1717246800-1717250400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks - Luci Westphal DESCRIPTION:Discover Luci’s creative journey from Germany to Brooklyn and Berlin\, and now to St. Petersburg. Find out how Luci’s work enhances well-being by connecting people with the outdoors through art. Don’t miss this chance to hear from Luci and explore the intersection of art\, nature\, and community! \n \n \n \n \n \n Luci Westphal\n \n Posted on November 10\, 2022 by Luci Westphal \n Luci Westphal is a St. Petersburg photographer\, filmmaker\, writer\, and mixed-media artist with a focus on social and biophilic art projects. Originally from Hamburg\, Germany\, she has lived and created in Brooklyn\, Berlin\, Colorado\, and Florida – from the countryside to the city\, from the mountains to the sea. She is an FSU film school… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition – Artist Talks\n \n Posted on April 25\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n From visual art to poetry to fire dancing\, Artist Talks invite you to get to know the 2024 Emerging Artists through performances\, readings\, lectures\, and intimate conversations at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition\n \n Posted on March 21\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Discover the next wave of artists! Join us for a diverse and innovative exhibition of work showcasing the dynamic creations of our 2024 Emerging Artist grant recipients. This eighth annual exhibition features original work by ten exceptional artists: Kaitlin Crockett\, Vanessa Cunto\, Thomas Sayers Ellis\, Fran Failla\, Tyler Gillespie\, Antonia Lewandowski\, David McCauley\, Harriet Monzon-Aguirre\,… Read More \n \n \n \nShop the Collection\n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition: Opening Reception\n \n Posted on March 22\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Step into the world of creativity at the opening reception of the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas happening Thursday\, May 9 from 6–8pm…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emerging Artist Grant\n \n Posted on February 27\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n The Emerging Artist Grant aims to support and build meaningful relationships among the outstanding creative artists in Pinellas County and their audiences. It provides a solid foundation to nurture the creative community and elevate Pinellas as an art and cultural destination that draws tourists worldwide. With this focus in mind\, Creative Pinellas provides up to… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/2024-emerging-artist-exhibition-artist-talks-luci-westphal/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Luci-Westphal_Artist-Talk_FI.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240425T190151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T190249Z UID:92369-1717095600-1717099200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks - Kaitlin Crockett & Tyler Gillespie DESCRIPTION:Be a part of this night with Kaitlin Crockett & Tyler Gillespie. \nDiscover the world of printmaking as Kaitlin shares her expertise in analog methods like Letterpress and Risograph. Learn about Kaitlin’s hands-on education initiatives and be inspired by her diverse creative journey. \nExperience the diverse works of Tyler Gillespie\, an award-winning writer whose poetry and nonfiction has captivated audiences across various publications. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with Tyler and explore his creative journey. \n \n \n \n \n \n Kaitlin Crockett\n \n Posted on November 14\, 2023 by Kaitlin Crockett \n Kaitlin Crockett is a printmaker\, writer\, book artist\, educator\, librarian\, and owner of Print St. Pete. Primarily using analog methods like Letterpress and Risograph printmaking\, she creates zines\, publications\, broadsides\, and other printed ephemera. Since 2013 Kaitlin has provided hands-on education and affordable access at Print St. Pete Community Letterpress\, founded with Bridget Elmer. She… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tyler Gillespie\n \n Posted on by Tyler Gillespie \n Tyler Gillespie is an award-winning writer and educator. He is the author of The Thing about Florida: Exploring a Misunderstood State (University Press of Florida\, 2021) and two poetry collections — the nature machine! (Autofocus\, 2023) and Florida Man: Poems\, Revisited (Burrow Press\, 2024). He’s the co-editor of The Awkward Phase (Skyhorse\, 2016)\, and his… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition – Artist Talks\n \n Posted on April 25\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n From visual art to poetry to fire dancing\, Artist Talks invite you to get to know the 2024 Emerging Artists through performances\, readings\, lectures\, and intimate conversations at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \nShop the Collection\n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition\n \n Posted on March 21\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Discover the next wave of artists! Join us for a diverse and innovative exhibition of work showcasing the dynamic creations of our 2024 Emerging Artist grant recipients. This eighth annual exhibition features original work by ten exceptional artists: Kaitlin Crockett\, Vanessa Cunto\, Thomas Sayers Ellis\, Fran Failla\, Tyler Gillespie\, Antonia Lewandowski\, David McCauley\, Harriet Monzon-Aguirre\,… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition: Opening Reception\n \n Posted on March 22\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Step into the world of creativity at the opening reception of the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas happening Thursday\, May 9 from 6–8pm…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emerging Artist Grant\n \n Posted on February 27\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n The Emerging Artist Grant aims to support and build meaningful relationships among the outstanding creative artists in Pinellas County and their audiences. It provides a solid foundation to nurture the creative community and elevate Pinellas as an art and cultural destination that draws tourists worldwide. With this focus in mind\, Creative Pinellas provides up to… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/2024-emerging-artist-exhibition-artist-talks-kaitlin-crockett-tyler-gillespie/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Kaitlin-Crockett_Tyler-Gillespie_Artist-Talk_FI.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240425T185604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T190134Z UID:92365-1717009200-1717012800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks - Gaby Rosa DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exhilarating artist talk with Gaby Rosa\, a dynamic fire and circus performer. Discover Gaby’s captivating journey and be inspired by her empowering performances that ignite the soul. Don’t miss this chance to hear from Gaby! \n \n \n \n \n \n Gaby Rosa\n \n Posted on November 14\, 2023 by Gabriela Rosa \n For the past five years\, Gaby Rosa has blazed a trail as a full-time\, professional fire and circus performer. Her journey commenced with fire dancing\, a mesmerizing art form that kindled her creative spirit and ignited her passion for the liberating beauty of performance art. From that moment\, she delved into the captivating world of… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition – Artist Talks\n \n Posted on April 25\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n From visual art to poetry to fire dancing\, Artist Talks invite you to get to know the 2024 Emerging Artists through performances\, readings\, lectures\, and intimate conversations at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition\n \n Posted on March 21\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Discover the next wave of artists! Join us for a diverse and innovative exhibition of work showcasing the dynamic creations of our 2024 Emerging Artist grant recipients. This eighth annual exhibition features original work by ten exceptional artists: Kaitlin Crockett\, Vanessa Cunto\, Thomas Sayers Ellis\, Fran Failla\, Tyler Gillespie\, Antonia Lewandowski\, David McCauley\, Harriet Monzon-Aguirre\,… Read More \n \n \n \nShop the Collection\n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition: Opening Reception\n \n Posted on March 22\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Step into the world of creativity at the opening reception of the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas happening Thursday\, May 9 from 6–8pm…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emerging Artist Grant\n \n Posted on February 27\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n The Emerging Artist Grant aims to support and build meaningful relationships among the outstanding creative artists in Pinellas County and their audiences. It provides a solid foundation to nurture the creative community and elevate Pinellas as an art and cultural destination that draws tourists worldwide. With this focus in mind\, Creative Pinellas provides up to… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/2024-emerging-artist-exhibition-artist-talks-gaby-rosa/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Gaby-Rosa_Artist-Talk_FI.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240501T183133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T183209Z UID:92670-1716642000-1716645600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Flora & Fauna – Artist Talk DESCRIPTION:Join the artists behind the exhibition Flora & Fauna: A Galban\, Adriano Nicot\, Froilán Escobar\, Jorge Dans\, Josignacio\, and Leslie Hiatt as they chat about their art\, their individual process\, and why they are drawn to use flora and fauna as subject matter. They will also be discussing how they feel their work contributes to the celebration of the world we live in and the importance of preserving and protecting our natural environment. \nShop the Collection\n\nEvents\n \n \n \n \n \n Flora & Fauna – IG LIVE Artist Talk\n \n Posted on May 9\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Please join A Galban and Tarin Mohajeri\, Beyond Placemaking grantees and the force behind the Flora & Fauna exhibition\, as they talk with Florida Botanical Gardens Foundation Executive Director Emily Goot about art\, environmental sustainability\, and our intricate relationship with the flora and fauna that inhabit our planet. LIVE on Instagram. Events Exhibition Artists… Read More \n \n \n \nExhibition\n \n \n \n \n \n Flora & Fauna Exhibition\n \n Posted on April 17\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Flora & Fauna showcases the artworks of A Galban\, Adriano Nicot\, Jorge Dans\, Froilán Escobar\, Josignacio\, and Leslie Hiatt… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Flora & Fauna Opening Reception\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Celebrate the magic of nature with us at the opening reception of the Flora & Fauna Exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \nArtists\n \n \n \n \n \n AGalban\n \n Posted on February 6\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Born in Havana\, Cuba in 1967\, Edel Alvarez Galban\, aka AGalban\, has always had a fascination with everything artistic. From his infancy he painted everything around him\, becoming a threat to all the walls\, furniture and electrical devices in his childhood home\, no one wanted the child to visit their home for fear he would… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Adriano Nicot\n \n Posted on May 15\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Adriano Adolfo Fernandez Nicot is a Cuban-American painter and poet based in Miami\, Florida. Nicot was born on October 9\, 1964\, in Havana\, Cuba during the early years following the Cuban Revolution. His French heritage from his mother’s family is significant as he is descended from Jean Nicot\, who first brought tobacco to France. Nicot… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jorge Dans\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Jorge Dans is a Cuban-Swiss artist with more than 30 years of experience as an artist\, designer\, engraver\, and professor of visual arts. He has taught in several schools and workshops in Switzerland and founded his workshop ©DansART in Geneva more than 20 years ago to teach courses for children and adults in drawing\, engraving\,… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Froilán Escobar\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Froilán Escobar González was born in San Antonio de los Baños\, Cuba in 1944\, where he grew up and completed primary and secondary education. In 1961\, he moved to Havana where\, later\, he would begin university studies in journalism. In 1963\, he met José Lezama Lima and took part as a disciple in the Delphic… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Josignacio\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Josignacio (b. José Ignacio Sánchez-Rius\, in Havana\, Cuba\, in 1963) is a Cuban Contemporary artist and author. He is among the most significant living contemporary Cuban and Latin American artists due to his career auction records\, paint medium innovations\, and association with notable cultural events\, venues\, and celebrity figures in the US and Cuba. He… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Leslie Hiatt\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Discover the vibrant world of Leslie Hiatt\, an artist and creative entrepreneur originating from Tampa Bay\, Florida. Originally from New York\, Leslie’s artistic talent blossomed early\, earning her awards and a scholarship. Her work\, showcased locally and in private collections nationwide\, reflects a lifelong dedication to creativity and exploration…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tarin Mohajeri\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n Co-curator Tarin Mohajeri was born in Miami\, Florida and grew up in West Palm Beach. She has always had a love for art\, especially photography. She studied Humanities and Photography at Florida State University and ultimately received a master’s in arts administration. Tarin worked for FSU Museum of Fine Arts\, Florida Gulf Coast Art Center\,… Read More \n \n \n \n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/flora-fauna-artist-talk/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240425T184810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T165643Z UID:92358-1716123600-1716127200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks - Harriet Monzon-Aguirre DESCRIPTION:Be part of an artist talk featuring Harriet Monzon-Aguirre! Harriet\, an oil painter\, is showcasing her work at the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition. Originally from Barbados\, she now resides in Safety Harbor. Connect with Harriet as she shares her journey and explores the beauty of her artistic practice. \n \n \n \n \n \n Harriet Monzon-Aguirre\n \n Posted on May 10\, 2022 by Harriet Monzon-Aguirre \n Harriet Monzon-Aguirre is an oil painter creating out of Bahia Studios in Safety Harbor. ​​She spent her early childhood and formative years on the Caribbean island of Barbados. Harriet earned scholarships to study at the United World College (UWC-USA) in New Mexico\, then Earlham College\, Indiana\, before completing her Master of Fine Art from the… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition – Artist Talks\n \n Posted on April 25\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n From visual art to poetry to fire dancing\, Artist Talks invite you to get to know the 2024 Emerging Artists through performances\, readings\, lectures\, and intimate conversations at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition\n \n Posted on March 21\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Discover the next wave of artists! Join us for a diverse and innovative exhibition of work showcasing the dynamic creations of our 2024 Emerging Artist grant recipients. This eighth annual exhibition features original work by ten exceptional artists: Kaitlin Crockett\, Vanessa Cunto\, Thomas Sayers Ellis\, Fran Failla\, Tyler Gillespie\, Antonia Lewandowski\, David McCauley\, Harriet Monzon-Aguirre\,… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition: Opening Reception\n \n Posted on March 22\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Step into the world of creativity at the opening reception of the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas happening Thursday\, May 9 from 6–8pm…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emerging Artist Grant\n \n Posted on February 27\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n The Emerging Artist Grant aims to support and build meaningful relationships among the outstanding creative artists in Pinellas County and their audiences. It provides a solid foundation to nurture the creative community and elevate Pinellas as an art and cultural destination that draws tourists worldwide. With this focus in mind\, Creative Pinellas provides up to… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/2024-emerging-artist-exhibition-artist-talks-harriet-monzon-aguirre/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Harriet-Monzon-Aguirre_Artist-Talk_FI.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240425T182750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240610T153639Z UID:92340-1716037200-1719496800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition – Artist Talks DESCRIPTION:From visual art to poetry to fire dancing\, Artist Talks invite you to get to know the 2024 Emerging Artists through performances\, readings\, lectures\, and intimate conversations at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas. \nBeginning on May 18th and running through June\, on select dates\, 2024 Emerging Artists will present Artist Talks.* Free and open to the public. \n*Please note that we may be adding more artists to the schedule. \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks – Fran Fallia\n \n Posted on April 25\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n May 18 @ 1:00 pm: Come join us for an artist talk with Fran! From her roots in Brooklyn to her current home in Tampa Bay\, Fran’s journey in oils has brought her to the 2024 Emerging Exhibition. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Fran and discover her passion for painting!… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks – Harriet Monzon-Aguirre\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n May 19 @ 1:00 pm: Be part of an artist talk featuring Harriet Monzon-Aguirre! Harriet\, an oil painter\, is showcasing her work at the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition. Originally from Barbados\, she now resides in Safety Harbor. Connect with Harriet as she shares her journey and explores the beauty of her artistic practice…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks – Gaby Rosa\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n May 29 @ 7:00 pm: Join us for an exhilarating artist talk with Gaby Rosa\, a dynamic fire and circus performer. Discover Gaby’s captivating journey and be inspired by her empowering performances that ignite the soul. Don’t miss this chance to hear from Gaby!… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks – Kaitlin Crockett & Tyler Gillespie\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n May 30 @ 7:00 pm: Be a part of this night with Kaitlin Crockett & Tyler Gillespie…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks – Luci Westphal\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n June 1 @ 1:00 pm: Discover Luci’s creative journey from Germany to Brooklyn and Berlin\, and now to St. Petersburg. Find out how Luci’s work enhances well-being by connecting people with the outdoors through art. Don’t miss this chance to hear from Luci and explore the intersection of art\, nature\, and community!… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks – David McCauley\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n June 1 @ 2:00 pm: Come together for an inspiring artist talk with David McCauley\, who has founded several organizations recognized for their impactful art programs. You will explore David’s diverse talent at the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition and hear his journey!… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks – Vanessa Cunto\n \n Posted on May 23\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n June 27 @ 7:00 pm 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks – Vanessa Cunto… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition\n \n Posted on March 21\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Discover the next wave of artists! Join us for a diverse and innovative exhibition of work showcasing the dynamic creations of our 2024 Emerging Artist grant recipients. This eighth annual exhibition features original work by ten exceptional artists: Kaitlin Crockett\, Vanessa Cunto\, Thomas Sayers Ellis\, Fran Failla\, Tyler Gillespie\, Antonia Lewandowski\, David McCauley\, Harriet Monzon-Aguirre\,… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition: Opening Reception\n \n Posted on March 22\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n Step into the world of creativity at the opening reception of the 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas happening Thursday\, May 9 from 6–8pm…. Read More \n \n \n \n  \nShop the Collection URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/2024-emerging-artist-exhibition-artist-talks/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/ArtistTalkBanner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240425T183613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T174640Z UID:92344-1716037200-1716040800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition Artist Talks - Fran Fallia DESCRIPTION:Join us for an artist talk with Fran! From her roots in Brooklyn to her current home in Tampa Bay\, Fran’s journey in oils has brought her to the 2024 Emerging Exhibition. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet Fran and discover her passion for painting! \n \n \n \n \n \n Fran Failla\n \n Posted on November 14\, 2023 by Fran Failla \n 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… Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2024 Emerging Artist Exhibition – Artist Talks\n \n Posted on April 25\, 2024 by Creative Pinellas \n From visual art to poetry to fire dancing\, Artist Talks invite you to get to know the 2024 Emerging Artists through performances\, readings\, lectures\, and intimate conversations at The Gallery at Creative Pinellas…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/2024-emerging-artist-exhibition-artist-talks-fran-fallia/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas archive\, 12211 Walsingham Road\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Artist Talk,Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Fran-Fallia_Artist-Talk_FI.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20240205T202206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T221139Z UID:89583-1715108400-1715113800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:FRESH INK\, May 7 DESCRIPTION:Bonefruit by Leah Plante-Wiener\nSynopsis: “In a chapel in the middle of the desert\, two girls meet for the first time in years. Together\, they must grapple with their beliefs\, an act of forgiveness\, and the thought of an existence beyond the violence that has forged them.” \nFree to attend. \nBook Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/fresh-ink-may-7/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AS_CP_FreshInkBranding-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20231214T192210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240223T220936Z UID:88418-1709665200-1709670600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:FRESH INK\, March 5 DESCRIPTION:Coconuts by Andrew Del Vecchio in the Auditorium.\nDirected by Dylan Barlowe\, the cast features Anthony Gervais\, Troy Brooks\, and Joseph Condon. \nCoconuts follows two stranded strangers on a deserted island after a freak floaty accident on their cruise vacation. They must learn to deal with their isolation with the help of each other\, their wits\, and coconuts… lots and lots of coconuts. \nThe run time for this comedy is 45 minutes with a talkback after the performance. \nFree to attend. \nBook Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/fresh-ink-march-5/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AS_CP_FreshInkBranding-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20231214T192024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T170404Z UID:88415-1707246000-1707251400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:FRESH INK\, February 6 DESCRIPTION:The Found Dog Ribbon Dance by Dominic Finocchiaro\n“Professional cuddler Norma’s quest to return a lost dog to its rightful owner leads her to encounter a slew of oddballs and maybe even discover a second chance at love.” \nFree to attend. \nBook Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/fresh-ink-february-6/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AS_CP_FreshInkBranding-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20231214T185949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T233021Z UID:88410-1704826800-1704832200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:FRESH INK\, January 9 - Canceled Due to Weather DESCRIPTION:Due to severe storm and flood warnings\, Fresh Ink on January 9th\, ion partnership with American Stage at Creative Pinellas has been canceled. Be safe and we look forward to seeing you in February.\nHippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia by Dawn Branch\n“One woman tries desperately to cut her friend’s hair. Her friend just happens to be afraid of everything.” \nFree to attend. \nBook Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/fresh-ink-january-9/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AS_CP_FreshInkBranding-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T163000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20231110T190927Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T182042Z UID:87168-1700319600-1700325000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Aq&Ree: Brother Fire\, Sister Fly - Reading DESCRIPTION:Brother Fire\, Sister Fly. \nWritten by Jake-ann Jones. Directed by Erica Sutherlin. Music by Sky Hayward. \nA staged reading on Saturday\, November 18 @ 3 pm\, Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL 33778 \nPresented as part of the 2nd Tampa Bay Afrofuturism Festival. \nSiblings separated by time and space must reunite when tragedy strikes. \nThe third reading in a developmental series\, this play with music and media was written by Jake-ann Jones\, playwright\, author\, and co-founder of Pinellas Diaspora Arts Project\, during her year as Creative Pinellas Artist Laureate. \n\n\nFREE and Open to the Public \n  \n\n\nPlease RSVP\n  \n\n\n\n\nMeet the Playwright and Artist Laureate\n \n \n \n \n \n Jake-ann Jones\n \n Posted on July 7\, 2021 by Jake-ann Jones \n Jake-ann Jones also works under the name J.A. Jones and J.A. Morton (she\, her\, hers)\, is the 2022 Creative Pinellas Artist Laureate\, and author of the Black Classic Press release SometimesFarmgirls Become Revolutionaries: Notes on Black Power\, Politics\, Depression\, and the FBI. She works extensively with community organizations through the SOW Fund at Pinellas Community… Read More \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet the Director\n \n \n \n \n \n Erica Sutherlin\n \n Posted on June 23\, 2022 by Erica Sutherlin \n Erica Sutherlin is a powerhouse multi-hyphenate executive\, filmmaker\, and theatrical director who serves as the Artistic Executive Director of The Studio@620. She holds a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Television Production from the USC School of Cinematic Arts. A career spanning over 20 years\, Erica has established herself as an award-winning visionary\, making… Read More \n \n \n \n\n\nPrevious Events\n \n \n \n \n \n AQUARIUS AND RIETTA (brother fire\, sister fly)\n \n Posted on October 6\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n AQUARIUS AND RIETTA (brother fire\, sister fly) is work in progress. Experience this play in development filled with music and media featuring actors and one musician…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/aqree-brother-fire-sister-fly-reading/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ROM-REVISED-NOV-18-Brother-Fire-Sister-Fly-1920-x-1080-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20230825T191703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231109T154718Z UID:84510-1699696800-1699718400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Arts Annual 2023: ARTSventure DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Free Family-Friendly Arts festival. Beginning with a Veteran’s Day commemoration\, the event continues with an arts and crafts market\, live performances\, gallery exhibition\, craft activities\, food and more! \n\nThe following vendors will be participating in ARTSventure:  Alexis Alvarez\, Celinda Bailey\, Barbara Baker\, Shirley Baldwin\, Teressa Baroni\, Leslie Bestulic\, Daphna Bowman\, Pat Burrows\, Nicole Campbell\, Carlos Cardenas\, Patricia Kluwe Derderian\, Alex Dibrizzi\, Javier T Dones\, Jason Durocher\, Charlotte Elizabeth\, Jane Fields\, Elaine Furman\, John Gascot\, Clara Gowen\, Ginette Grenier\, Willow Hart\, Art Hayes\, Jacaranda Hill\, Berit Hines\, Lyn Novak Hise\, Falyn Horrigan\, Caelan Jeffery\, Mary Kay Klein\, Karyn Kozak\, Leeann Kroetsch\, Leslie Leland\, Nancy Mayer\, Nicole Mcfalls\, Kryssa Mitchell\, Mark Mitchell\, Larry Naeder\, Katie Pavone\, Gianna Pergamo\, Mary Ann Pickard\, Vincent Ricottilli\, Derek Roberts\, Terry Scopelliti\, Laura M Spencer\, Becky Snyder\, Christopher Tompkins\, Neily Trappman Studio\, Debra Vales\, Steven Verenicin\, Monika Watson\, Linda Weisberger\, Peggy Wertheim\, Luci Westphal\, Barbara Williams\, Ashley Wix\, Danny Young\, and more! \n\n\nLive Performances: From morning to afternoon\, be entertained by a series of captivating live performances that will keep you mesmerized. \n10:30 am Musician Colleen Cherry \n11:30 am One Human Band \n12:00 pm Writer Courtney Clute \n12:15 pm Dancer Huyen Huynh (Gallery) \n12:45 pm One Human Band \n1:15 pm Writer Sara Ries Dziekonski \n1:30 pm Dancer Charlotte Johnson (Gallery) \n2:00 pm Two Happy Ukers \n3:00 pm Percussionist Alex Guini \n3:30 pm Dunedin Music Society \nArts Annual 2023 Discovery: Explore this massive exhibition at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas\, showcasing the brilliant works of 75 local artists. \nCraft Activities: Unleash your inner artist with engaging craft activities for all ages. Get ready to create your own masterpiece! \nRaffles: Exciting raffles await you! Don’t miss the chance to win some fabulous prizes while supporting the arts. \nFood Trucks: Satisfy your taste buds with an array of treats from fantastic food trucks\, including Beech Kombucha\, Sweet Island Snow\, Chase the Taste\, Maggie on the Move\, and Westchase BBQ. \n\n  \n\nRelated Events\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2023: Discovery\n \n Posted on August 23\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Now in its sixth year! This year’s Arts Annual features some of Pinellas county’s most well-known artists as well as innovative up-and-coming creators…. Read More \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2023: The Party\n \n Posted on by Creative Pinellas \n We are excited to announce Arts Annual’s THE PARTY on Thursday\, November 9th from 6-9 pm at the Gallery at Creative Pinellas. This one-night event is Creative Pinellas’ only fundraiser of the year with all proceeds supporting our artist and cultural organization grants\, and student summer camp grants…. Read More \n \n \n \n \nBecome a Sponsor\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual Sponsorship\n \n Posted on September 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n SUPPORT PINELLAS ARTS AND CULTURE! Be part of an unforgettable arts and cultural experience! As an Arts Annual Hurricane Relief Fundraiser sponsor\, you will receive marketing and publicity leading up to and during the Arts Annual\, both in the gallery and online. Your support helps Creative Pinellas provide funding to the creative community. Thank you… Read More \n \n \n \nMeet the Artists\n \n \n \n \n \n Arts Annual 2023 Artists\n \n Posted on November 1\, 2023 by Creative Pinellas \n Meet our amazing group of performers\, musicians\, exhibitors and artmakers! Exhibited art is available for purchase by clicking on the artist’s page…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/arts-annual-2023-artsventure/ LOCATION:The Gallery at Creative Pinellas Courtyard\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Gallery Event,Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/23-AA-Web-1920-x-1080-ARTSventure.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231010T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20230915T191914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T205552Z UID:85154-1696964400-1696969800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:FRESH INK\, October 10th DESCRIPTION:Eyes and Teeth by Lizz Mangan\nA girl from a Little town is visiting her sick grandmother in a Big city. While grandmother sleeps\, the girl sneaks out and meets a woman who makes her feel new. Exciting. Red. Together\, the women spend a night together that shows them growing up and being grown is not what it always seems. An adaptation of Little Red Riding Hood. Free to attend. \nBook Now URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/fresh-ink-october-10th/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AS_CP_FreshInkBranding-web.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230807T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230807T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221130T204647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T142124Z UID:75073-1691434800-1691440200@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:First Mondays DESCRIPTION:August – Destiny is a Careless Waiter by Julie Zaffarano\nSean invites Emily to dinner to propose marriage. He brings his grandmother’s engagement ring to the restaurant and instructs the server to place the ring in Emily’s dessert. Justin invites Bria to the same restaurant at the same time\, planning to break up with her. When the engagement ring intended for Emily ends up in Bria’s dessert\, the chaos begins. \nPlease RSVP URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/first-mondays-12/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/First-Monday-Web-1920-x-1080-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230710T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230710T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221130T204543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T142018Z UID:75071-1689015600-1689021000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:First Mondays DESCRIPTION:July – Validation by Daphne Macy\nGracie has been absent from work for an entire week\, since returning from a work trip. Her boss\, Sheryl\, thinks she knows why. Can a c-suite exec who didn’t grow up in the era of #MeToo and an introverted Millennial have an open\, unapologetic conversation about appropriate workplace behavior? \n\nPlease RSVP URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/first-mondays-11/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/First-Monday-Web-1920-x-1080-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230605T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230605T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221130T200749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T141835Z UID:75067-1685991600-1685997000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:First Mondays DESCRIPTION:June – The Disney Princess of Dot Ave by Kevin Cirone\nA costumed princess at the end of her shift at a children’s birthday party is interrupted by the birthday girl. \n\nPlease RSVP URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/first-mondays-10/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/First-Monday-Web-1920-x-1080-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230501T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230501T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221130T200531Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T155335Z UID:75065-1682967600-1682973000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:First Mondays DESCRIPTION:May – if all that You take from this is courage\, then i’ve no regrets by Nicholas Pilapil\nAfter a brush with danger\, a strong-willed matriarch reminisces with her grandson on all the things their histories have taught them. This play explores Filipino American identity\, intergenerational disconnect\, and weighing your wars to make sure you’re not fighting for nothing. \n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/first-mondays-9/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/First-Monday-Web-1920-x-1080-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230403T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230403T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221130T200426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230329T131702Z UID:75063-1680548400-1680553800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:First Mondays DESCRIPTION:Organic by Jenna Jane\nIn a future where everyone is enhancing their bodies with the latest tech\, 81-year-old Donna Goldman is an anomaly – she’s 100 percent organic. But now\, there’s a problem: She’s dying. And a bionic body part is the only cure. Will cyborg Dr. Flores persuade her to abandon her sense of self to survive? This sci-fi drama explores the relationship between the body and the self. \n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/first-mondays-8/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/First-Monday-Web-1920-x-1080-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230306T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221130T200303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T155250Z UID:75061-1678129200-1678134600@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:First Mondays DESCRIPTION:March – NOW by Vincent Terell Durham\nA NOW organizer arrives at a home in 1973 Massapequa\, Long Island with an invitation to liberate the long-suffering housewife inside. She mistakes the Black housekeeper as the lady of the house. \n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/first-mondays-7/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/First-Monday-Web-1920-x-1080-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T143000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20230119T195110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T190311Z UID:76315-1677330000-1677335400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:Aq&Ree: Brother Fire\, Sister Fly - 2nd Reading DESCRIPTION:Written by Jake-ann Jones (2022 Creative Pinellas Artist Laureate) \n\n\nDirected by Erica Sutherlin \n\n\n\nExperience the second table reading of a play in development at the Auditorium at Creative Pinellas on February 25 at 1pm. Aq&Ree: Brother Fire\, Sister Fly is a work in progress about a brother and sister raised worlds apart and brought together when tragedy strikes. The play will be filled with music and media featuring actors and one musician.\n\n\nFREE and Open to the Public \n  \n\n\nPlease RSVP\n  \n\n\n\n\nMeet the Playwright and Artist Laureate\n \n \n \n \n \n Jake-ann Jones\n \n Posted on July 7\, 2021 by Jake-ann Jones \n Jake-ann Jones also works under the name J.A. Jones and J.A. Morton (she\, her\, hers)\, is the 2022 Creative Pinellas Artist Laureate\, and author of the Black Classic Press release SometimesFarmgirls Become Revolutionaries: Notes on Black Power\, Politics\, Depression\, and the FBI. She works extensively with community organizations through the SOW Fund at Pinellas Community… Read More \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet the Director\n \n \n \n \n \n Erica Sutherlin\n \n Posted on June 23\, 2022 by Erica Sutherlin \n Erica Sutherlin is a powerhouse multi-hyphenate executive\, filmmaker\, and theatrical director who serves as the Artistic Executive Director of The Studio@620. She holds a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Television Production from the USC School of Cinematic Arts. A career spanning over 20 years\, Erica has established herself as an award-winning visionary\, making… Read More \n \n \n \n\n\nPrevious Events\n \n \n \n \n \n AQUARIUS AND RIETTA (brother fire\, sister fly)\n \n Posted on October 6\, 2022 by Creative Pinellas \n AQUARIUS AND RIETTA (brother fire\, sister fly) is work in progress. Experience this play in development filled with music and media featuring actors and one musician…. Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/aqree-brother-fire-sister-fly-2nd-reading/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/MelaninWeb.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221130T200125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T155157Z UID:75058-1675710000-1675715400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:First Mondays DESCRIPTION:February – Black Voices by Alexandria Crawford and Patrick Arthur Jackson\nThe voices of African American icons share their hope for the future and the lessons they learned along the way. \n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/first-mondays-6/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/First-Monday-Web-1920-x-1080-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230103T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230103T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221130T195818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T155119Z UID:75054-1672772400-1672777800@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:First Mondays DESCRIPTION:January – Three Second to Midnight by John Mabey\nWe celebrate New Year’s Day by offering resolutions for a better self. But what happens to those unresolved-resolutions on the last day of the year\, with only 3 seconds left? One brave woman demands an answer from Father Time\, both getting much more than they ever expected. \nPlease note: With the New Year’s Day holiday observed on Monday\, January 2\, 2023\, this particular “First Monday” event will take place on Tuesday\, January 3\, 2023. \n\n\n\n\nPlease RSVP URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/first-mondays-5/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/First-Monday-Web-1920-x-1080-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T203000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221013T232808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T141841Z UID:73563-1667847600-1667853000@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:First Mondays DESCRIPTION:50:13 by Mansa Ra\n‍\nWHEN: Nov 7\, 2022 \nDae Brown\, an incarcerated Black man sits\, with three days left of his sentence. During Brown’s final days in prison he tries to impart his wisdom onto a teen inmate serving an adult sentence. \n  \nJoin Us for the best Monday Night Reading you have ever experienced. \nPlease RSVP\n  \n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/first-mondays-4/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/First-Monday-Web-1920-x-1080-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T163000 DTSTAMP:20260420T061028 CREATED:20221006T142231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T215953Z UID:73041-1665846000-1665851400@creativepinellas.org SUMMARY:AQUARIUS AND RIETTA (brother fire\, sister fly) DESCRIPTION:Written by Jake-ann Jones \n\nDirected by Erica Sutherlin\n\n\n\n\nA brother and sister raised worlds apart are brought together when tragedy strikes.\nAQUARIUS AND RIETTA (brother fire\, sister fly) is a work in progress by Creative Pinellas Artist Laureate\, Jake-ann Jones. Experience the first phase with a table reading for this play in development that will be filled with music and media and feature actors and one musician.\n\nFREE and Open to the Public\nPlease RSVP\n\n\nMeet the Playwright and Artist Laureate\n \n \n \n \n \n Jake-ann Jones\n \n Posted on July 7\, 2021 by Jake-ann Jones \n Jake-ann Jones also works under the name J.A. Jones and J.A. Morton (she\, her\, hers)\, is the 2022 Creative Pinellas Artist Laureate\, and author of the Black Classic Press release SometimesFarmgirls Become Revolutionaries: Notes on Black Power\, Politics\, Depression\, and the FBI. She works extensively with community organizations through the SOW Fund at Pinellas Community… Read More \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nMeet the Director\n \n \n \n \n \n Erica Sutherlin\n \n Posted on June 23\, 2022 by Erica Sutherlin \n Erica Sutherlin is a powerhouse multi-hyphenate executive\, filmmaker\, and theatrical director who serves as the Artistic Executive Director of The Studio@620. She holds a Master of Fine Arts in Film and Television Production from the USC School of Cinematic Arts. A career spanning over 20 years\, Erica has established herself as an award-winning visionary\, making… Read More URL:https://creativepinellas.org/event/aquarius-and-rietta/ LOCATION:The Auditorium at Creative Pinellas\, 12211 Walsingham Rd\, Largo\, FL\, 33778\, United States CATEGORIES:Live Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://creativepinellas.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/MelaninWeb.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR