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News from the Arts Council of Hillsborough County 3/10/2010
A Little History - STRAWBERRIES!
This month's theme for A Little History is Strawberries! As Plant City gears up for the annual Strawberry Festival, prepare to celebrate at the Tampa Bay History Center as little ones enjoy hands-on games, activities and sing-a-longs. Kids will have a "berry" special time learning about the history and impact of strawberries on our local area.
This month's theme for A Little History is Strawberries! As Plant City gears up for the annual Strawberry Festival, prepare to celebrate at the Tampa Bay History Center as little ones enjoy hands-on games, activities and sing-a-longs. Kids will have a "berry" special time learning about the history and impact of strawberries on our local area.
A Little History is held one Saturday per month. The History Center's early childhood educators will entertain and enlighten with stories, crafts and other age-appropriate activities related to the History Center's exhibits and galleries. Open to children ages 3 to 5 with an adult companion.
Visit http://www.tampabayhistorycenter.org/ for more information.
Visit http://www.tampabayhistorycenter.org/ for more information.
Inspiration and Preservation Opening Reception Tonight
The Carrollwood Cultural Center presents an art lecture by Tampa Bay artist Terry Klaaren at the Opening Reception tonight. The exhibit by artist Terry Klaaren will be at the Carrollwood Cultural Center from March 2, 2010 through March 26, 2010.
The Carrollwood Cultural Center presents an art lecture by Tampa Bay artist Terry Klaaren at the Opening Reception tonight. The exhibit by artist Terry Klaaren will be at the Carrollwood Cultural Center from March 2, 2010 through March 26, 2010.
The Opening Reception will be held tonight March 10, 2010 from 6 to 9 p.m. and is free to the public. The Carrollwood Cultural Center is located at 4537 Lowell Road, Tampa Fl 33618 (813-269-1310)
Inspired by the beauty of the Hillsborough River corridor as seen from his off-road bicycle, local artist Terry Klaaren paints portraits of his favorite spots along the dirt trails meandering through thousands of acres of natural Florida at its best. His paintings are his testimony to a life-long love of nature and self-propelled recreation. Hear and see his personal story of how nature intertwined him and his art with these now popular local trails.
For more information about the Carrollwood Cultural Center, visit the Center website at CarrollwoodCenter.org
Gasparilla International Film Festival Announces Opening Night Film
2010 Sundance Audience award winner, happythankyoumoreplease, will open the 2010 GIFF on March 18, 2010, 8:00 p.m. at Tampa Theatre, 711 N. Franklin Street. Tickets are only $12 for the film, film chat, and after party.
After winning the Dramatic Audience Award at the 2010 Sundance Film Festival, happythankyoumoreplease, has been announced as the opening night film for the 2010 Gasparilla International Film Festival (GIFF). The film, a romantic comedy creating a tremendous amount of excitement for its decision to have a second screening at this year's festival
"Digital Domain is extremely pleased to welcome happythankyoumoreplease to this year's festival," said John Textor, chairman of Digital Domain and the 2010 GIFF presenting sponsor. "The fact that this film chose to follow its Sundance win with our festival in Tampa Bay is an incredible compliment to the area and the growing local film industry."
Taking folks through the trials and tribulations of adulthood, happythankyoumoreplease, follows Sam Wexler as he experiences the complications surrounding friendships, life and love. Sam Wexler, a writer waiting for his break, has an unlikely meeting with a child who got separated from his family while on the subway. After a series of events, Sam finds himself enthralled in this new complex friendship.
The film features Josh Radnor, Malin Akerman, Kate Mara, Zoe Kazan, and Pablo Schreiber. The talented Josh Radnor, an actor well known for his starring role in the hit show How I Met Your Mother, has been praised for his work including writing, directing and playing a role in happythankyoumoreplease. The film's executive producer and Tampa Bay native, Glenn Williamson, has worked on multiple well-known titles such as Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Push and Sunshine Cleaning. Williamson was a graduate of Plant High School and wanted to bring the film home to this year's festival. Williamson and producer, Jesse Hara, will attend the screening and lead a film chat following the film and then celebrate with fans and talent at the after-party at Rawbar in downtown Tampa.
"We are extremely honored to have happythankyoumoreplease showing as our opening night film," said Chad Moore, Gasparilla International Film Festival's president. "We have been hearing and following the buzz about this film since it took Sundance by storm and we think Tampa Bay will truly enjoy it."
Opening Night will be one of the highlights of the four-day festival. Film details and ticket information can be found at http://www.gasparillafilmfestival.com/. Watch director, Josh Radnor's interview at Sundance regarding his award-winning film.
MOSI Summer Science Camps Open For Registration
MOSI (Museum of Science and Industry) is now accepting registrations for 2010 Summer Science Camps. For 30 years, MOSI has been presenting a wide variety of camps that capture the interest of budding scientists, artists, engineers and computer game designers. MOSI has created multiple camps designed to engage children from age 2 through 17. Camp topics include everything from dinosaurs and monsters to electronics and Hollywood magic.
Multiple week and multiple child discounts are available. Before and after care is offered for an additional fee. Camps begin June 14, 2010. Visit www.campfun.org or call 813-987-6000 to reserve a space. The camps will be held at MOSI, Museum of Science & Industry, located at 4801 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, Florida. Visit www.campfun.org to register!
Tags: bay, camps, carrollwood, center, cultural, history, klaaren, mosi, tampa, terry
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