Local art and informative events happening this week in Pembroke Pines
Art can elicit something different and personal to the eye of each beholder.
This week, the city of Pembroke Pines plans to welcome a new perspective and local voices at the Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery.
Across the city, there are also plenty of chances for both kids and adults to get their hands messy, tap into their creative spirit and learn some key information from county officials.
Here’s what’s happening across the city from May 11-14:
Tax Collector’s Office Visit
On May 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Broward County Tax Collector Abbey Ajayi plans to stop by Pembroke Pines to interact with residents on all things property tax.
Residents interested in learning more about discounts, enrolling in a payment plan or signing up for e-billing can stop by Monday at the Charles F. Dodge City Center.
Art Of Gary Gore: Creative Workshop Series
In the last of this monthslong series, young art enthusiasts are invited to participate in a hands-on art and design workshop at the Village Community Center on Wednesday, May 13, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
The creative season culminates its winter and spring workshop series with the final event: Collage: Who am I?
The workshop is led by Studio 18 artist Gary Gore for creatives ages 8 to 12. All materials will be provided, and registration is required.
The workshop costs $10 for residents and $15 for nonresidents.
Date Night at Hawaii Fluid Art
Couples looking to tap into their creative selves together can spice up their weekly routine with a step-by-step “fluid art” class on Wednesday.
The event, priced at about $98 per couple, includes complimentary snacks, wine or beer and all the materials needed to create a 12-by-12-inch masterpiece.
Registration is required.
‘Monumentalizing the Trace’ Opening Reception
The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery newest exhibition, “Monumentalizing the Trace,” kicks off its showing on Thursday, May 14, with an opening reception from 6 to 9 p.m.
Visitors are invited to take a first look at the show and meet the artists behind its creation. The work is the first solo exhibition by the collaborative artist duo TREIZMAN + ZURILLA, formed by Miami-based artists Denise Treizman and Julia Zurilla.
The art installation, which works through video, sculpture and spatial intervention, will run through Aug. 29.
For more information on the exhibition, visit the gallery’s website.
