presents ArtExplosion2006 presenting a positive message about the gay and lesbian community through the diverse performing and fine arts March 11, 2006 6:00 to 9:00 PM at and the JM Family Enterprises Gallery 1350 East Sunrise Boulevard Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 ______________________________________________________

ArtExplosion2006 Schedule of Events   6:00 to 9:00 PM     Visual Art Exhibit   The visual art exhibit in the JM Family Enterprises Gallery contains over 130 paintings, photographs and sculptures created by 61 local artists. The exhibit remains on display through March 17, 2006. Entrance is free to the public during normal gallery hours.  More information about some of the artists may be found on the Artists’ Table located outside the auditorium. If you are interested in purchasing any of the works on display this evening, please refer your inquiries to the Cashier located near the entrance to the gallery. The artists represented are: Jose E. Arce, Jr. Danny Babineaux               William J.Barnish George V. Brown            Michael Cairo                     J W Calcaterra                     B B Brian Caron                Thom Cassotta                  Rob Cauvel  Keith Clark Matthew S. Cottrell           Lawrence Danecke  Michael Daum                  Dennis Dean                     Gerard Delaney   Carlos Eduardo                Angela Farinelli                Robert Felthaus                  Randy Fischer                   Michael Flynt                    Allen S. Freshler      Lamont Glenn Steve Gomez                   James Goodson        Aaron Harless                   Yolanda Hernandez          George Hester                     Mara Hyman                     Jeremiah Jenner                  Elizabeth Jurado       David Karl                         Don Kight                          Philip Kinbar                            John Klomp                   Timothy Leistner                  Greg Little Carlos Marrero Eve McBride                      Jay Miller Glen Mitchell Karen Myers Kelvin T. Stansberry Ricki Stuart                      Rianne Thomas                    Pepe Tortosa                      Cheryl Turner                    Carlos Villa                         Cole Wolford                      Angela Zaniratto                            Several of the artists we feature in this exhibit are from the 9Muses Art Center in Lauderhill, FL. ArtsUnited and 9Muses have collaborated on many occasions to share resources and artistic talent.  Information about the 9Muses Art Center can be found on the Artists’ Table.                                                                                    ______________________________________________________

6:30 to 8:15 PM Performance Stage Performers share their artistic talents on the stage adjacent to the gallery. 6:30 Rev. Ronald M Pearson, vocalist 6:45 Christine Luther, guitar and vocalist 7:00 Chuck Prentiss, vocalist 7:15 Heather Craig and Karen Kay, guitar and vocalist 7:30 Tropic Harmony, Ensemble of South Florida Lambda Chorale   Randall Leonard, Artistic Director, accompanied by Roger Rundle 7:45 Philip Commins, vocalist accompanied by Roger Rundle 8:00 Roger Rundle, pianist Sound system and DJ services by D.J. Ray Entertainment and Promotions 6:30 to 8:15 PM Rainbow Café Sample the poetry and readings of local artists in the Rainbow Café. Seating is limited. Published authors are also available to discuss and sign their books for sale this evening. 6:30 The Faggots of the Coronado, a reading of a new play at the Public   Theatre of South Florida. Actors: Jerry K. Jensen, Tobin Strader,   Doug Williford, R. Kent Wilson and Steve Woollet. 7:00 Mary Britton, author of Surprised by Peace 7:15 E. Robert Dunn author of Echelon’s End: Planet Fall 7:30 S. Valentine King, poet, The Good Parts: Erotic Poetry for Women 7:45 Neil S. Plakcy, author of Mahu 8:00 Andy Zeffer, author of Going Down in La-La Land 6:00 to 9:00 PM Erotic Art Exhibit An erotic art exhibit is on display in the conference room 132 this one night only. This is for adults only as some of the material may be inappropriate for general audiences. These items are for sale and can be taken home tonight at the end of the evening. See the Cashier to make your purchase. 6:00 to 8:30 PM Prize Raffle and Silent Auction The raffle drawing will be made at the Performance Stage at 8:30 PM. You need not be present to win. Tickets are available at the Cashier table or from one of the volunteers selling around the gallery. Artists and sponsors donated items for the Silent Auction. Proceeds benefit ArtsUnited. Bidding closes at 8:30 PM, and the results will be posted by the display at the front entrance to the gallery. www.artsunitedonline.org ______________________________________________________

Many Thanks We thank ArtServe for squeezing ArtExplosion2006 into a very full gallery schedule, and for the use of the facility. We also appreciate the professional courtesies extended to us by the staff and management of ArtServe. Thanks to you for attending, and to all the artists who participated in ArtExplosion2006. Thanks to Time of Flowers for providing the beautiful flower arrangements for the Opening Reception. Thanks to our sponsors: Corporate Sponsors Media Sponsors Patron of the Arts Sponsors George Hester Chuck Williams Silent Auction Donors The Cabanas at Wilton Manors Loews Miami Beach Hotel Jimmie’s Chocolates Rick Bell & Tom Watson The Melting Pot Woof'n Wash Aaron Harless(Prudential Florida 1ST Realty)  Pet Project Dennis Dean Richard Poklop Pompano Bill Cole Wolford Allen Freshler Risa Roberts Lawrence Danecke Rob Cauvel Robert Felthaus Glen Mitchell Pepe Tortosa Art Lovers Bob Bernier & Hal Peterson Sue Yoculan Carl & Thelma Williams ArtsUnited relies on your generosity. We are a nonprofit, volunteer organization. You can support our efforts by becoming a member, making a donation, purchasing books or works of art, bidding on items in the Silent Auction, or buying raffle tickets. ______________________________________________________

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