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SUMMARY:“Wrapping It Up” Jo Ann Alford & Elizabeth Darrow Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:Art in Bloom Gallery is celebrating the artistic careers of gallery artist Elizabeth Darrow & guest artist Jo Ann Alford through their collaborative exhibit\, “Wrapping It Up.” After pursuing a variety of artistic approaches\, these lifelong artists & friends are coming together to embrace the strengths of shape\, pattern and collage. Whether by layering wrapping paper over oil backgrounds\, or building abstract scenes from a single paper element\, both artists allow their pieces to emerge intuitively from their creative processes. So even if Jo Ann Alford & Elizabeth Darrow are moving closer to “wrapping up” their artistic journeys … their ever innovating work will continue to develop and inspire! \nJoin us in the gallery on Sunday\, August 3rd\, 2-5pm for the Artist Reception. Enjoy special refreshments\, meet our artists\, and enjoy live music by Robert Beauchene! \nGallery events are always free and open to the public. On view along with these exhibits\, Art in Bloom Gallery showcases a plethora of fine art by over 30 local artists. Art in Bloom is open Monday–Thursday 10am-5pm\, Friday – Saturday 10am–6pm and Sunday 12-5pm at 970 Inspiration Drive\, Mayfaire Town Center\, Wilmington\, NC. \nAbout the Artists\nFrom weaving to watercolor\, multimedia artist\, adventurer & educator Jo Ann Alford continues to pursue her independent path. After studying fiber arts and calligraphy in the West Coast\, Jo Ann returned to North Carolina to expand both her own creativity and the world views of her students. Though she finds herself more “settled” now in retirement\, Jo Ann still has a wanderlust for life\, within and outside of herself. She is currently focusing on nonobjective collage to offer a more open\, personal invitation of her work. \nAbout the series\, Jo Ann says\, “The first element that is adhered to the paper is a catalyst and may disappear as I respond to the lines\, shapes\, colors\, textures\, and negative space. As I travel across the surface\, I enjoy the surprises that occur during the process. I’m always eager to see where my artistic journey will lead me.” \nMultimedia painter Elizabeth Darrow has made Wilmington her home since 1977. Elizabeth has worked in oil and collage throughout her career\, exploring a variety of abstract & figurative styles depending on her medium\, but never works “from life” in the traditional sense. Most of the imagery that comes to her seems to hatch of its own accord\, emerging from the process. Says Elizabeth about her newest works\, “I enjoy playing with color and shapes and patterns\, and watching their interplay … watching them take on a life of their own. It’s a magical process.” \nIn this exhibit\, Elizabeth has incorporated patterns found in wrapping paper\, and juxtaposed them with each other against a background of oil paint and gestural drawing to create something altogether new. “That may be why the show is called ‘Wrapping It Up’… Or maybe it’s because we’re wrapping up our artistic careers (a process that could take years)… Either way\, it’s always fun to play and see what happens.”
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/wrapping-it-up-jo-ann-alford-elizabeth-darrow-exhibit/
LOCATION:970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC 28405\, 970 Inspiration Drive\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28405\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Amy Grant":MAILTO:artinbloomgallery@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T193000
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SUMMARY:A NEW ERA: OPENING NIGHT WITH PETER ASKIM
DESCRIPTION:2025 GRAMMY-winning Mexican composer Gabriela Ortiz’s incandescent Kauyumari kicks off the WSO’s New Era with a bang\, its pulsing rhythms and its relentless energy serving as a metaphor for this exciting new chapter in the orchestra’s history. Following the success of the world premiere of his commissioned work Elegy for the Victims of 1898 at the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra’s November 2023 concert Project 1898\, the WSO is proud to once again commission a new piece from Wilmington’s own Algernon Robinson. Drawing on his lifelong connection to the city and the orchestra\, Robinson brings a fresh\, forward-looking approach to composition\, making him a visionary voice who bridges the WSO’s past and future\, tradition and innovation. Tchaikovsky’s powerful\, lyrical Symphony No. 5 is a journey through human emotion itself\, from tragedy to triumph. Encompassing the melancholy of the first movement\, the timeless beauty of the second movement (whose Horn solo has inspired numerous popular songs) and rhythmic excitement\, it leads to a glorious\, joyous conclusion: setting the scene for an exciting season – and Era – to come.
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/a-new-era-opening-night-with-peter-askim/
LOCATION:Wilson Center Cape Fear Community College\, 703 N 3rd St\, Wilmington\, 28401
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wilmington Symphony Orchestra":MAILTO:development@wilmingtonsymphony.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T193000
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SUMMARY:Soup to Nuts Live! Featuring Dear MariBella and the Pigkickers
DESCRIPTION:Dear MariBella and the Pigkickers will perform on Thursday\, September — at 7:30 pm (doors open 6:30 pm) in the MC Erny Gallery at 254 N. Front St. in downtown Wilmington. Price: $10 suggested donation at the door. Reserve a seat by sending an email to soup@whqr.org or call 910-343-1640 Ext 203 during regular business hours. \nWith music rooted deeply in the Blue Ridge Mountains and feet planted firmly in the Carolina sand\, their style is not just a sound\, but a journey through family ties and tradition. \nDear MariBella and the Pigkickers are an up-and-coming sibling bluegrass band. Born and raised near Wilmington\, NC\, the band formed in 2021 when the siblings decided that there was no reason not to! The band features Isabella on the fiddle\, AnnMari on the guitar\, Pete on the banjo\, Chris on the mandolin and Dad on bass. They are set to serenade your soul with their harmonious melodies and foot stomping fun. Catch a live show and get ready to be swept off your feet as they infuse their performances with a blend of music\, faith\, kinship\, and a whole lot of heart. \nDear MariBella and the Pigkickers were recently honored to be chosen as the opening act for Sam Bush in Wilmington\, NC. They played on the IBMA World of Bluegrass official youth stage in 2024 and 2025\, Merlefest 2025\, and they are also selected to play at the NC Folk Festival this September! \nFind out more about the band on their website\, Facebook\, or Instagram. \nJoin us for an exciting evening of original music with MariBella and the Pigkickers at STNL!
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/soup-to-nuts-live-featuring-dear-maribella-and-the-pigkickers/
LOCATION:McErny Gallery at WHQR\, 254 North Front Street\, Suite 300\, Wilmington\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:App State Steely Pan Steel Band in FREE Concert
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a musical journey with the Steely Pan Steel Band from Appalachian State University! This dynamic ensemble delivers an exhilarating mix of calypso\, classical masterpieces\, classic rock and roll and even some heartwarming Appalachian mountain music. These talented musicians will have you dancing in your seat and singing along. Don’t miss out on this unique celebration of sound!\n*All Music on Market Concerts are free\, open to the public and family friendly*\n*Tickets are not required.  Venue Seating is Limited.  Seating is on First-Come\, First-Served basis.*
URL:https://www.artswilmington.org/event/asu-steely-pan-steel-band-in-free-concert/
LOCATION:Music on Market\, 1416 Market St.\, Wilmington\, NC
CATEGORIES:Music
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