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new public art piece
ARTS & CULTURE
Co·a·les·cence noun:
joining or merging of elements to form one mass or whole
Physics and art collide at the ArtWalk: New interactive public art piece debuts
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he latest public art piece to adorn the Coral Springs ArtWalk brings together two opposite ideas to form a beautiful, larger-than-life interactive piece.
Coalescence, created by artist William Nemitoff, is a 16 ft. tall sculpture made from galvanized steel and ipe wood that depicts two entangled orchids. The structure features RGB LED lights and ambient music that changes depending on the number of people interacting with the piece. By day, the orchid’s stems are silver, the leaves are sliver and wood, and the petals glow white from the light of the sun. By night, the petals and leaves glow in shifting waves of color. The entangled orchids represent a scientific mechanism known as quantum superposition where particles only react when the sense the presence of another.
Visitors are encouraged to sit, stand, or jump on the leaves. Pressure sensors trigger lighting in the petals to change color. Sensing more people, the pattern of the lighting becomes more dynamic and various layers of the soundtrack are added. Different sonic compositions play at different times of the day.
The ArtWalk is located along NW 31st Court, near City Hall and Downtown Coral Springs. The pedestrianfriendly space is open to the public year-round and features both permanent and temporary pieces complemented by a beautiful street scape and landscaping featuring native plants.
EXHIBITIONS
LOOPED | Jonathon Rockford
Through February 25 This exhibition includes crocheted sculptures and digitally generated imagery that both transform recognizable objects into physically and conceptually pliable forms and images.
“Nadir,” Crocheted VHS tape, latch-hooked yarn, and found TV sets, 2012. “Refined,” Crocheted VHS tape and found candelabra, 2012, 16” x 10” x 21”
Broward County Superintendent’s Advanced Placement Student Art Exhibition and Coral Springs Artist Guild: Coral Springs Juried Senior High School Art Student Show
Through February 25 Reception: Wednesday, February 22 at 5:30 p.m. These exhibitions showcase the finest talents by the next generation of visual artists. There will be a variety of work and media showcasing up and coming Broward County talent and our own Coral Springs students! Bursting with creativity and culture, the Museum offers educational programming for all ages, skill levels, interests, and schedules. Continuing our programming expansion, we are offering more classes, camps, and events. Register online:
CoralSpringsMuseum.org/learning MIX | Love Happy Hour
February 10 5:30 – 8 p.m. Ages 21+ FREE Admission Grab your partner or pals for a night of fun LOVIN’! We will have a host of activities, music, rom coms, games, Pottery Wheel “Ghost” Selfies, Valentine Vendors for gift purchases, cash bar and more!
ARTventures
February 11 2 – 3 p.m. Limited Seats Ages 2+ $6 Members $8 Non-Members Join the Coral Springs Museum of Art for ARTventures Family Fun Day on select second Saturdays of the month. Together families will enhance their education in arts and culture with creative activities such as storytelling, music, and art making. Each ARTventures is unique and themed to match the current exhibition or season. This is a great opportunity to spend some creative time together! Check out our website for schedule and themes.
EVENTS
Shred-A-Thon
Saturday, January 21
9 to 11 a.m. • Sportsplex Park 2575 Sportsplex Drive
Avoid becoming a victim and bring any personal documents to the city’s next Shred-A-Thon, where documents will be shredded on site for free.
NHL All-Star Hockey Festival
Wednesday, February 1
5 to 9 p.m. • Panthers IceDen 3299 Sportsplex Drive
The NHL All-Star Weekend returns to South Florida! Residents are invited for a day of activities at the Panthers IceDen in Coral Springs. Activities open to the public include music, food trucks, bounce houses, free ice skating and more!
Mardi Gras Mambo
Saturday, February 25
6 to 9 p.m. • Panthers IceDen 3299 Sportsplex Drive
Residents are invited to join us for fun for the entire family, including a live band, food, bead necklaces, ice skating, and more. Admission is free.
WorldFest • Saturday, March 4
12 to 5 p.m. • City Hall Lawn 9500 W. Sample Road
Bring your family and friends to WorldFest and celebrate the diverse cultures that make up the community Coral Springs. Admission is free.
MLK Golf Classic
Friday, March 10
7 a.m. • Country Club of Coral Springs 10800 W Sample Road Let’s go golfing for the King! The Coral Springs MLK Committee hosts a golf tournament to benefit the annual MLK Scholarship Program. More details are available at
CoralSprings.gov/mlkgolf.
Our Town USA
Friday, March 10 - Sunday, March 12
Sportsplex Park 2575 Sportsplex Drive Coral Springs’ longest running festival is back for its 44th year in 2023. The threeday event, featuring arts, amusement rides, entertainment, and games, will take place at the Sportsplex Park located between Sample Road and Royal Palm Boulevard, just East of the Sawgrass Expressway. For more information, visit ourtownamerica.org.
Coral Springs Festival of the Arts
Saturday, March 18 & Sunday, March 19
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.• The Walk 2570 University Drive
This outdoor festival highlights some of America’s finest artisans and crafters as well as music, dance, theater, and literary presentations. More information is available at csfoa.org.
Game Night at the Den
Thursday, March 22 GET ANSWERS!
All ages are invited to the IceDen for a cool night of interactive games, plus a party DJ, food, ice skating, and more. Admission is free.
Lisa Boccard 15th Anniversary
Tribute Race • Saturday, March 25 7:30 to 9 a.m. • Coral Springs Tennis Center 2575 Sportsplex Drive
Residents are invited to run a 5K for a cause. This tribute race is to Lisa Boccard who lost her battle to breast cancer. Lisa Boccard was a staple in the South Florida community, her smile and encouragement has helped women spirits fight and battle breast cancer. Sign up by visiting itzevents.com.
Hoppin’ Into Springs
Saturday, April 1
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. • Sportsplex Park 2800 Sportsplex Drive Coral Springs residents will enjoy a morning hunting for eggs and spring-themed activities. Registration is required. For details, visit CoralSprings.gov/egghunt.
Teen Political Forum
Tuesday, April 4
6:30 p.m. • Center for the Arts 2855 Coral Springs Drive
High school students are encouraged to participate in this open mic-style forum where they can raise questions and converse with state, county, and local elected officials about issues that are important to them.
EarthFest
Saturday, April 22
The city will celebrate Earth Day by hosting an EarthFest celebration, including a native plant giveaway for residents.
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