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"My Florida": Artworks by Marilyn Wescott

Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Visit the Starkey Ranch TLC to view original artworks by local artist, Marilyn Wescott for her exhibit, "My Florida".

About the exhibit:

A lifelong resident of Florida, Marilyn has witnessed first-hand the impact of urban development on the wild areas of the Sunshine State. Using transparent watercolor and a full range of values she strives to make visible the essence of Florida as she sees and feels it. “There is a wildness to this place that I love. It co-exists with the manicured version of Florida – from alligators in golf course ponds to cypress stands in the middle of subdivisions to manatees in an urban bayou. It’s these pockets of the ‘real Florida’ that I am inspired to capture. The subtropical flora and fauna of Florida’s west coast provide unlimited inspiration for my paintings, and "My Florida" includes a selection of those paintings. My goal is to make visible the essence of nature as I see and feel it, with the hope that my interpretation will speak to someone else.”

Connect with Marilyn:

YouTube - Marilyn Wescott Art

Instagram - emceewescott

https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/marilyn-wescott

Tween Open Studio

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

Tweens in grades 4-7 join us for Open Studio! Drop in and get creative with your peers.

This program will be mostly self guided.

Registration is open

Museum + Art Series: Drawing Workshop - Exquisite Corpse

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Egret Room

In this workshop, we will learn about the exquisite corpse drawing method and create our own drawings inspired by surrealist artists like Dalí. What is exquisite corpse? Learn more here: https://www.moma.org/collection/terms/exquisite-corpse.

Meet the Artist: "My Florida" - Paintings by Marilyn Wescott

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Come meet the artist behind the brush, Marilyn Wescott, for an exhibit of a display of works titled, "My Florida". Free and open to the public! This event will take place in the Library Lobby.

About the exhibit:

A lifelong resident of Florida, Marilyn has witnessed first-hand the impact of urban development on the wild areas of the Sunshine State. Using transparent watercolor and a full range of values she strives to make visible the essence of Florida as she sees and feels it. “There is a wildness to this place that I love. It co-exists with the manicured version of Florida – from alligators in golf course ponds to cypress stands in the middle of subdivisions to manatees in an urban bayou. It’s these pockets of the ‘real Florida’ that I am inspired to capture. The subtropical flora and fauna of Florida’s west coast provide unlimited inspiration for my paintings, and "My Florida" includes a selection of those paintings. My goal is to make visible the essence of nature as I see and feel it, with the hope that my interpretation will speak to someone else.”

Connect with Marilyn:

YouTube - Marilyn Wescott Art

Instagram - emceewescott

https://fineartamerica.com/profiles/marilyn-wescott

Kids Lego Open Build

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

Drop in for some Lego building fun! Bring a friend or family member. Use our Lego building blocks to create your own masterpiece. For ages 6+

Join the waiting list

Pipe Cleaner Flower Pens

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Egret Room

Join us for another pipe cleaner afternoon craft! We'll be showing you how to decorate pens with cute pipe cleaner flowers.

Materials will be provided free of charge. This event is for adults, and registration is required. If registering a group, please register everyone individually to ensure enough materials for everyone.

Event is full

DIY Haunted Book Wreath

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Egret Room

Create your own Halloween themed wreath! All materials provided. Ages 18+.

Join the waiting list

DIY Junk Vase

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

One person's trash is another person's treasure! Use scrap jewelry, beads, and more to create your own DIY Junk Vase. Bring a vase from home or use one we provide. All junk pieces and glue are provided, but feel free to bring your own pieces for a personal touch.

Eclipse Program

12:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Join us in front of the library to witness the partial solar eclipse this afternoon! Free eclipse glasses are provided by STARnet, while supplies last. While the eclipse is progressing have fun with space themed games, crafts, and other fun surprises! This program is for all ages and no registration is necessary.

Tween Try It: Ghostly Boooook Page Garland

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

Tweens in grades 4-7! Come make your very own Ghostly Booooook Page Garland!

Make your very own work of art and socialize with your peers.

This program is for kids in grades 4-7.

Registration begins 10/3/2023 at 10:00 AM

DIY Tiny Ceramics

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Crane

In this class, we will use basic hand building techniques to construct tiny ceramic art! The created pieces will be displayed in our upcoming Tiny Art Gallery. This program is for ages 16+. All supplies are provided, and registration is required. Part 2 of the class on October 31st at 3pm will be for glazing your piece. Participants must be able to attend both classes. A signed Pasco County Libraries Safety Waiver is required for participation and can be filled out the day of the class.

*Registrant name must match the name given when class attendance is taken, as well as the name signed on our Safety Waiver. Registrants with duplicate information (ie. email or phone number) may be cancelled at Branch Manager's discretion.

Registration begins 10/4/2023 at 10:00 AM

Ceramics Open Studio

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Crane

Join us for our ceramics open studio hours! Time in the studio is by registration only, and access to the pottery wheels is first come, first served. Prior ceramics experience is highly recommended. This is an open studio, so no instruction will be given. Safety and Liability waiver and Makerspace Playbook must be completed prior to starting. Ages 16+ welcome.

*Registrant name must match the name given when class attendance is taken, as well as the name signed on our Safety Waiver. Registrants with duplicate information (ie. email or phone number) may be cancelled at Branch Manager's discretion.

Registration begins 10/4/2023 at 10:00 AM

Teen DIY: Go for Ghoul Slime

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

Teens, you know what time it is. Time for another DIY session because crafting is always better together. During this one, you'll have the opportunity to make your own slime. All materials included and there will be plenty of fun add-ins.

Notice: This program is for teens in grades 8-12. Masks are recommended but not required.

Registration begins 10/5/2023 at 10:00 AM

Open Studio Painting

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Egret Room

Join us for monthly open painting! Choose from rocks, canvas, paper, or bring your own materials or project to paint. This program is for adults.

Registration begins 10/6/2023 at 10:00 AM

Ceramics Open Studio

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Crane

Join us for our ceramics open studio hours! Time in the studio is by registration only, and access to the pottery wheels is first come, first served. Prior ceramics experience is highly recommended. This is an open studio, so no instruction will be given. Safety and Liability waiver and Makerspace Playbook must be completed prior to starting. Ages 16+ welcome.

*Registrant name must match the name given when class attendance is taken, as well as the name signed on our Safety Waiver. Registrants with duplicate information (ie. email or phone number) may be cancelled at Branch Manager's discretion.

Registration begins 10/7/2023 at 10:00 AM

DIY Tiny Ceramics

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Crane

In this class, we will use basic hand building techniques to construct tiny ceramic art! The created pieces will be displayed in our upcoming Tiny Art Gallery. This program is for ages 16+. All supplies are provided, and registration is required. Part 2 of the class on November 4th at 2pm will be for glazing your piece. Participants must be able to attend both classes. A signed Pasco County Libraries Safety Waiver is required for participation and can be filled out the day of the class.

*Registrant name must match the name given when class attendance is taken, as well as the name signed on our Safety Waiver. Registrants with duplicate information (ie. email or phone number) may be cancelled at Branch Manager's discretion.

Registration begins 10/7/2023 at 10:00 AM

Magic Potion Bottles (K-3)

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Egret Room

Spark imagination and a little magic with your own potion bottle! This activity is for children in grades K-3 and registration is required. Potion making can be messy, so please dress accordingly!

Registration begins 10/9/2023 at 10:00 AM

Creative Relaxation & Stress Management

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Egret Room

Join us for a monthly class that will include relaxation meditations and creative art activities to help you reduce stress. Led by a mental health professional. This month, after meditating, we will use art to explore where in our lives we have "room to breathe."

NOTE: No artistic talent required!

Registration begins 10/9/2023 at 10:00 AM

Tween Potion Bottles

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

Tweens in grades 4-7! Come make your very own Potion Bottle!

Make your very own work of art and socialize with your peers.

This program is for kids in grades 4-7.

Registration begins 10/13/2023 at 10:00 AM

Boo Bash for Toddlers & Preschoolers

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

Join us for a short not-so-spooky storytime followed by some themed crafts, games, and trick-or-treat practice in various areas around the library. Costumes are welcome, but not required.

This program is for children ages 2 to 5 years and registration is required. Adults attending with children are not required to register.

Cancelled

Kids Open Studio: Painting

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

Cancelled for Halloween Party
Join us the last Saturday of every month for Painting Open Studio! You may register for 1 of 2 sessions: 10am-11am or 11am-12pm. Wet paintings can be picked up after the program. We will supply all materials - all you have to do is bring your creativity -- and be sure to wear clothing you don't mind getting a little messy! Open to all ages.

Click View More to register.

Cancelled

Kids Open Studio: Painting

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

Cancelled for Halloween Party
Join us the last Saturday of every month for Painting Open Studio! You may register for 1 of 2 sessions: 10am-11am or 11am-12pm. Wet paintings can be picked up after the program. We will supply all materials - all you have to do is bring your creativity -- and be sure to wear clothing you don't mind getting a little messy! Open to all ages.

Click View More to register.

Registration begins 10/15/2023 at 10:00 AM

Teen DIY: Book Folding

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Heron Room

Calling all teens! Have you ever wondered about the art of book folding? If so, join us for this DIY program, we'll you have the chance to make your own seasonally appropriate book pumpkin.

Important note: This program is for teens, grades 8-12. All materials will be provided. Masks are recommended but not required.

Registration begins 10/18/2023 at 10:00 AM

DIY Book Page Pumpkin

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Starkey Ranch Theatre Library Cultural Center

Egret Room

Create your own pumpkin decoration from book pages! All supplies provided. This program is for adults.