April Open To The Public Events

TRIBBY ARTS CENTER

Open to the Public!

APRIL EVENTS

IN THE GALLERIES

Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Opening April 12 through June 22

Seeing Red:

Works by Shell Point Artists & Writers

Artist as Muse:

The 20th Anniversary of Art Quilters Unlimited Member artists created a textile homage to a painting or style of a well-known 20th-century artist, and the resulting exhibition presents a fiber-art survey of major painting styles that distinguished a remarkable century of art. In the Legacy and Overlook Galleries. FREE

This exhibition features works in a wide variety of mediums, including ceramics, glass, paintings, photographs, textiles, wood, and mixed media, along with texts. In addition, RED Makes Us Happy presents artworks from young students of the Heights Center as part of a year-long collaboration between Tribby Arts Center and the school. In the Shell Point and Collaborations Galleries. FREE

SERENDIPITY

The Shop at Tribby Arts Center

You’ll find a wonderful variety of gifts made by both Shell Point and guest artists, including paintings, photography, wooden items, fused glass, pottery, jewelry, shawls and scarves, unique cards, and more! Proceeds help support the Tribby.

PRESENTATIONS & TOURS

Experience Vista Cay

Within one of their most sought-after neighborhoods, Shell Point introduces 58 new waterfront independent living residences featuring stunning coastal views of the Caloosahatchee River and Sanibel Island. Rise to a new view with a new animated 3D tour that brings Vista Cay to life. Schedule a private appointment at MeetVistaCay.org.

Discover Shell Point

Discover Shell Point’s signature Lifestyle with Lifecare, followed by a narrated tour that showcases the community’s resort-style retirement options, model residences, and amenities. Reservations are required. Call (239) 466-1131 or visit ShellPoint.org/seminars to save your spot! FREE

Passion Flower, Helga Weichselbaum

Homage to Paul Klee, Paula Lenahan

Thursday, April 11 • 7 p.m.

Benny Benack III

The Emmy-nominated jazz trumpeter and crooner delights audiences with virtuosic trumpet skills, a smooth voice reminiscent of Sinatra, and a joyful, fun stage presence. Tickets $30

Wednesday, April 3 • 10 a.m.

South Florida for the Birds: Wind Across the Everglades

Join historian Cesar Becerra to learn about the North American birds who grace our region.

Tickets $15

Saturday, April 20 • 7 p.m.

Gulfshore Ballet Presents The Sleeping Beauty

This famous ballet is known for its technical challenges, sumptuous sets and costumes, beautiful music, and its happy ending.

Tickets $35; Children $15

Tuesday, April 9 • 10 a.m.

Shakespeare’s Comedy of Errors presented by the Florida Repertory Theatre

Enjoy Shakespeare’s classic tale of mistaken identity, expertly presented by “One of America’s top repertory companies,” per the Wall Street Journal. Tickets $15

Monday, April 29 • 7 p.m.

The Brandon Robertson Trio Featuring Vocalist Piper Kemmerer Experience an unforgettable evening celebrating the remarkable contributions of women composers in jazz, and the influential singers who have left an indelible mark on the genre. Tickets $30

Monday, April 15 • 10 a.m.

The Collapse of the Champlain Towers South Condominium

The Woodlands Grand Cypress Room

Award-winning lecturer, researcher, and author Dr. Richard Hertzberg will address the building’s design, warning signs, and changes in building codes since the 2021 Surfside, Florida incident. Tickets $15

Tribby Arts Center