Page 4 - Talk of Tequesta - February '23

Page 4, The Talk Of Tequesta

arT happenings

Lighthouse ArtCenter’s 10th Annual Plein Air Festival

March 5 To 11

Week-Long Festival Brings Free Events And Artist Demonstrations, Workshops, And Fresh Art For Sale

Lighthouse ArtCenter’s (LAC) 10th Annual Plein Air by our award-winning artists. Mix and mingle with the artists
Festival brings together 35 award-winning artists to compete and other art lovers while enjoying Lighthouse ArtCenter’s
for over $15,000 in cash and prizes through the practice signature hors d’oeuvres. The festival ends on March 11 at
of painting “en plein air” or “in the open air.” The festival LAC Gallery with the lively “Battle of the Brushes” painting
takes place March 5 to 11, and includes free events and artist competition, an awards ceremony, and new 8-by 8-inch small
demonstrations, workshops, and plenty of freshly painted works available for sale.
artwork. The art will be displayed and available for purchase Five artists will offer in-person workshops for all
throughout the week at Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery at 373 levels starting at $130. Advance registration is required at
Tequesta Drive, Tequesta, FL 33469. A list of the participating lighthousearts.org.
artists, a full schedule of events and demonstrations, and
workshop details can be found at lighthousearts.org/pleinair.
“We look forward to sharing the Plein Air Festival with the
community every year,” said Lighthouse ArtCenter’s Executive SAT & SUN
Director, Jeni Licata. “The festival brings the best of the best
plein air artists from all over the country to capture the beauty
of our local landscapes and coastlines on canvas.” MAR 11-12
Known as the premier plein air festival in the Southeastern
United States, the artists and judge were carefully selected. A
full list of participating artists can be found at lighthousearts. SATURDAY
org/pleinair. Artist Kenn Backhaus has been selected to judge
the juried work. Backhaus is an award-winning artist who has 11am - 10pm
devoted almost 40 years to his passion for painting and the
love of the outdoors. His works have won numerous awards, SUNDAY
including Best of Show, Collector’s Choice, Master’s Award 11am - 8pm
of Excellence, and Artist’s Choice Awards.
The festivities begin on Sunday, March 5, with a “paint out ABACOA AMPHITHEATER
competition” at Harbourside Place in Jupiter. This fast-paced
event is open to professional and amateur artists who compete Jupiter, Florida
for over $2,000 in cash and prizes. The public is welcome to
watch as artists begin painting at the sound of an air horn and
have two hours to complete their work. FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
March 6 to 9, 35 award-winning artists paint in picturesque
places throughout Palm Beach and Martin counties capturing
the beauty before them on canvas. Free artist demonstrations GREAT FOOD AUTHENTIC IRISH MUSIC
are open to the public at Flagler Park in Stuart, Juno Beach PULL YOUR OWN PINT OF GUINNESS
Pier, Grassy Waters Preserve, and Dubois Park. A schedule can
be found at lighthousearts.org/pleinair and real-time updates IRISH WHISKEY TASTING COSTUME CONTEST
are available on Instagram @lighthouseartcenter. All of the
paintings can be viewed and will be available for purchase at TRY YOUR LUCK AT THE IRISH SPORT: HURLING
the Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery throughout the week from
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Get your tickets today! JupiterIrishFest.com
March 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. is the “Collectors’ Party and Sale”
where you can purchase freshly painted, one-of-a-kind pieces

The Heart of Hobe Sound
Est. 1926

Historic Art Auction Coming in February WE are YOUR Community
We will be holding an auction of the historic church windows
that were replaced during a recent renovation on February 25. Church
Local artists have been lending their vision to the project and the
finished art will be available for bidding in February. All Visitors Welcome
See the church website for details. We Invite You to Worship with Us
ONGOING MISSION PROJECTS Every Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
February 12 - Souper Bowl Sunday food collection to WE ARE ON FACEBOOK LIVE
support House of Hope every Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m.
LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Chair Yoga Classes on Tuesdays @ 10 Give us a call or visit our
Bible Study Tuesday @ 11 a.m. - Exodus website for more information.
Bible Study Thursday @ 3 p.m. - Genesis
Art Classes by appointment (772) 546-5043
Crochet, Cross-stitch and handwork group - Feb. 2 www.heartofhobesound.org

Captain’s was established in 1980 servicing MONTHLY DINNERS
Palm Beach County and is a privately
owned and managed company. Monthly dinners to help offset some of the almost $350,000 in
Captain’s is committed to providing renovation costs to our church building. The dinners will be held on the
dependable, reliable and professional 2nd Friday of the month at 5:30. Cost is $15 per person
ground transportation to and from all JANUARY 13 - MEATLOAF
South Florida Airports and Seaports. PBCVH212 FEBRUARY 10 - CORNISH GAME HEN MARCH 10 - CORNED BEEF
To reserve your vehicle:
561-798-2180 or 800-634-7890 www.captainsairport.com 11933 SE Juno Crescent • Hobe Sound, Florida 33455