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Calendar Of Events
Saturday, December 6, 2008, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
      Ribbons For The Children Event
      Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale
      One East Las Olas Boulevard
      Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
      The Board of Directors of
      Children's Diagnostic & Treatment Center, Inc.
      request the pleasure of your company at the
      Ribbons for the Children Event
      A World AIDS Day Art Exhibit & Benefit Auction
      to Support Children and Familes with HIV/AIDS
      RSVP by December 3, 2008
      Admission $25.00 Donation
      In honor of CDTC's 26th Anniversary
      Coctails, hors d'oeurves and entertainment
      Coctail Attire


October 31, 2008, 5:00pm
      Through the Eyes of Love,
      An Art/Photo Exhibit in Honor of
      World AIDS Day
      Miami Beach Community Health Center, in
      conjunction with ArtsUnited, invites artists
      and photographers to show the depth of their
      thoughts and feelings as it relates to
      HIV/AIDS. Paintings, sculptures and
      photographs will depict how this disease has
      changed the lives of so many around the
      world. This juried exhibit, shown in Fort
      Lauderdale and Miami during World AIDS
      Day on December 1, 2008 will also include
      several panels of The NAMES Project
      Foundation AIDS Memorial Quilt. The exhibit
      will be shown at The Galleria at Fort
      Lauderdale, November 24to December 14,
      and in Miami at the Harvey W.Seeds Post 29
      American Legion, December 1-14. For
      application and details go to
      http://www.miamibeachhealth.org,
      or call 954-730-7730.


Sunday, October 12, 2008 6:00-8:00pm
      ArtsUnited Annual Erotic Art Exhibit
      Mannys On The Drive
      2426 Wilton Drive
      Wilton Manors FL 33305
      Martinis and Erotic Art come together at
      ArtsUnited’s Annual Erotic Art Exhibit in
      an evening that includes music, martinis,
      and munchies. Visual artists who wish to
      participate in the Erotic Exhibit must
      complete and bring this application along
      with their artwork to the Drop Off location
      on October 4, 2008, noon to 2:00pm at
      Stonewall Library & Archives.


Wednesday, October 8, 2008, 6:00pm
      Films 4 Us presents “SqueezeBox!”
      Cinema Paradiso
      503 SE 6th Street
      Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
      Join ArtsUnited, Stonewall Library & Archives,
      the GLCC, and the Fort Lauderdale
      International Film Festival, for the Florida
      Premiere Documentary of SqueezeBox! and a
      Kick-Off Party for FLIFF's GLBT Film Series.
      Like the weekly pansexual party it pays tribute
      to, SqueezeBox! immortalizes the no-holds-barred,
      anything-goes attitude that its denizens embodied.
      With cameo appearances by John Cameron
      Mitchell, Jayne County, Bob Gruen, Anthony
      Hegarty, Debbie Harry, and John Waters, the
      legendary club where the Toilet Boys and Hedwig
     were born gets the ultimate rock-and-roll tribute.
      The fun starts at 6:00 pm with food, friends, and
      cash bar, and the film starts at 7pm, The party is
      free and the Film is $5; part of ArtsUnited's.
      Tickets are available at the door or
      in advance at fliff.com


Saturday, October 4, 2008, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
      Ribbons For The Children Art Submissions
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N Andrews Avenue
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
      ArtsUnited is accepting applications for the
      third annual Ribbons for the Children Art
      Program. The program is a benefit for the
      Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Center
      (CDTC) in Fort Lauderdale. The CDTC treats
      pediatric AIDS patients as well as many other
      illnesses effecting children.


Friday, October 3, 2008, 6:00-8:00pm
      Arts NightOUT
      Art and Cultural Center of Hollywood
      1650 Harrison Street
      Hollywood, FL 33020
      The Art and Cutural Center of Hollywood hosts a
      private reception for ArtsUnited, with gay
      photographer, Alex Heria. Event includes open
      bar, lite food fare, and guided tour of the
      exhibit Alex Heria:Photographic Works 2000-2008,
      by the artist. Learn about artists’ opportunities
      at the Art and Culture Center, as well.
      $10 admission, RSVP keith@artsunitedonline.org
      by October 1, 2008.


Sunday, September 28, 2008, Noon-5:00pm
      Over The Rainbow Bookfest and Expo
      Broward County Main Library
      100 South Andrews Ave,
      Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
      Prominent national and local authors will be
      discussing their books and holding book
      signings at the event which recognizes the
      contributions made by GLBT authors. The
      program will also include other guest
      speakers, panels and workshops and
      entertainment by the Flamingo Freedom
      Band. Admission is free.


Saturday, September 27, 2008 1:00-3:00pm
      Arts NightOUT
      Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale
      One East Las Olas Blvd
      Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
      The Museum of Art hosts a special wine reception
      for ArtsUnited, in conjunction with the
      exhibition 13/08 featuring former ArtsUnited
      member, Rob Nathans. The event includes a wine
      reception with Nathans, a tour of the exhibit by
      Museum Curator Irvin Lippman, and access to the
      entire museum the rest of the afternoon. $10
      entry. Please RSVP keith@artsunitedonline.org
      by September 25, 2008.


Wenesday, September 10, 2008 7:00pm
      Films 4 Us presents “Fashion Victim”
      Cinema Paradiso
      503 SE 6th Street,
      Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
      Fashion Victim is a sexy farce of a comedy.
      Cute teen Karsten Zenker, is forced to spend
      his holiday driving his father, a traveling
      ladies' fashion salesman, around to sales
      meetings where meets Steven, who immediately
      captures the boy's heart. But Karsten doesn't
      know that Steven is Dad's chief rival, Steven
      doesn't know that Karsten is Wolfgang's son,
      and Wolfgang doesn't seem to know much of
      anything. In German with English subtitles.
      Happy Hour in the garden starts at 6:00pm.
      Admission is $5 with ArtsUnited membership card.


Monday, September 8, 2008 6:30-8:00pm
      Robert Tabor
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N. Andrews Ave
      Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the mixed
      media shoe creations of artist Robert Tabor
      in a solo exhibit at the Stonewall Library
      and Archives from September 8 through
      October 3, 2008. The exhibit opens with a
      reception to meet the artist from 6:30 to
      8:00 PM on Monday, September 8, 2008.
      Admission is free.


Saturday September 6, 2008, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
      Fine Art Clearance Event (FACE)
      ArtServe
      1350 E. Sunrise Blvd, Suite 145
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304
      artsunited1@aol.com
      Free Admission
      This year's Art Sale will be held on Saturday,
      September 6, 2008 at ArtServe in the auditorium,
      1350 East Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL from
      1:30 pm to 4pm. Artist tables are $30 for
      ArtsUnited, ArtServe and Broward Art Guild
      Members, and $50 for non-members. One table
      and two chairs will be provided. Participation
      is first come, first served. Admission to the
      public will be free,and we will be advertising the
      event liberally inthe press.


Monday, August 13, 2008, 8:00pm
      Butch Jamie
      FILMS 4 US Film Series
      Cinema Paradiso
      503 SE 6th St
      Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
      954-525-FILM
      $5 for ArtsUnited Members (bring your card!)
      Free parking at Courthouse Parking Garage, off
      SE 3rd Ave Street, and street meters after 6pm.
      Directions: http://www.fliff.com/location.asp
      Come early and enjoy Happy Hour at the bar, and,
      or see a MGLFF favorite, Savage Grace, Starring
      Julianne Moore!


Monday, August 4, 2008, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
      James Goodson
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N. Andrews Ave.
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
      (954) 763-8565
      Free Admission
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the
      paintings of artist James Goodson
      in a solo exhibit at the Stonewall Library and
      Archives from August 4 through August 29, 2008.
      The gallery is located at 1717 N Andrews
      Avenue in Ft Lauderdale. The exhibit opens with
      a reception to meet the artist from 6:30 to
      8:00 PM on Monday, August 4, 2008.


Monday, July 7, 2008, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
      Rick Esposito
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N. Andrews Ave.
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
      (954) 763-8565
      Free Admission
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the
      paintings of artist Rick Esposito
      in a solo exhibit at the Stonewall Library and
      Archives from July 7 through August 1, 2008.
      The gallery is located at 1717 N Andrews
      Avenue in Ft Lauderdale. The exhibit opens with
      a reception to meet the artist from 6:30 to
      8:00 PM on Monday, July 7, 2008.


Monday, June 2, 2008, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
      Shannon McKenna
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N. Andrews Ave.
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
      (954) 763-8565
      Free Admission
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the
      photography of artist Shannon McKenna
      in a solo exhibit at the Stonewall Library and
      Archives from June 2 through June 27, 2008.
      The gallery is located at 1717 N Andrews
      Avenue in Ft Lauderdale. The exhibit opens with
      a reception to meet the artist from 6:30 to
      8:00 PM on Monday, July 7, 2008.


Sunday, June 1, 2008 - Friday, June 27, 2008
      United & Proud 2008
      Opening Reception Wednesday, June 4, 2008,
          6:30pm - 8:30pm
        Fort Lauderdale Main Library, Gallery Six
        100 Andrews Avenue
        Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
        Free Admission
        artist intake: May 31, 9:30am-12:30pm
        artist pickup: June 28, 9:30am-Noon


Monday, May 5, 2008, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
      Angelo Lombardo
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N. Andrews Ave.
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
      (954) 763-8565
      Free Admission
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the mixed
      media art work of artist Angelo Lombardo
      in a solo exhibit at the Stonewall Library and
      Archives from May 5 through May 30, 2008.
      The gallery is located at 1717 N Andrews
      Avenue in Ft Lauderdale. The exhibit opens with
      a reception to meet the artist from 6:30 to
      8:00 PM on Monday, May 5, 2008.


Monday, April 7, 2008, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
      Laura Hardesty
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N. Andrews Ave.
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
      (954) 763-8565
      Free Admission
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the
      photography of artist Laura Hardesty in a
      solo exhibit at the Stonewall Library and
      Archives from April 7 through May 2,
      2008. The gallery is located at 1717 N Andrews
      Avenue in Ft Lauderdale. The exhibit opens with
      a reception to meet the artist from 6:30 to
      8:00 PM on Monday, April 7, 2008.


Friday, March 28, 2008, 6:00 - 8:00pm
Private Collections Exhibit
      At the home of Mr. and Mrs. Rocco DiBruno, Sr.
      3011 North Atlantic Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL
      $20 donation at the door
      RSVP at (954) 530-2723
      or email artsunited1@aol.com
      Artwork from private collections by some of the
      great artists of the 20th Century are displayed
      for a one night exhibit to benefit ArtsUnited,
      Inc. View work by Robert Mapplethorpe, Ansel
      Adams, Bruce Weber, Spencer Tunick, Sister
      Corita, Greg Gorman, Frank Fleming, Jon Sexton,
      and more.
      Complimentary Valet Parking. Business Dress
      attire requested.


Monday, March 3, 2008, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
      Carlos Cesar Alves
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N. Andrews Ave.
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
      (954) 763-8565
      Free Admission
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the mixed
      media art of artist Carlos Cesar Alves in a
      solo exhibit at the Stonewall Library and
      Archives from March 3 through April 4,
      2008. The gallery is located at 1717 N Andrews
      Avenue in Ft Lauderdale. The exhibit opens with
      a reception to meet the artist from 6:30 to
      8:00 PM on Monday, March 3, 2008.


Friday, February 29, 2008, 6:00PM - 7:00PM
      Eleven Bridges Mural Dedication
      Richard C. Sullivan Public Library of
          Wilton Manors
      500 NE 26th Street
      Wilton Manors, FL 33305
      The City of Wilton Manors, Friends of the
      Wilton Manors Library and ArtsUnited
      Cordially invite you to a mural dedication
      “Window to the Imagination” by Mark Vose.
      Fee Admission, Refreshments Served


Friday, February 8, 2008 - Saturday, February 23, 2008
      ArtExplosion 2008
      Various Locations - See ArtExplosion 2008 Link For
          Details
      Admission Varies by Event
      One of the largest Gay & Lesbian Arts Festivals in
      the country, with two weeks of exhibits and
      performances throughout South Florida by GLBT
      artists and talent, including art, music, film,
      theater, literature, comedy, and cabaret.


Monday, February 4, 2008 - February 29, 2008
      Michael Daum Exhibit
      Stork's Bakery
      2505 NE 15TH Avenue
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33305
      (954) 567-3220
      Free Admission
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the paintings
      of local artist Michael Daum at Stork's
      Bakery.


Monday, February 4, 2008, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
      Sip Tshun NG Exhibit
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N. Andrews Ave.
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
      (954) 763-8565
      Free Admission
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the three
      dimensional art of artist Sip Tshun NG in a
      solo exhibit at the Stonewall Library and
      Archives from February 4 through February 29,
      2008. The gallery is located at 1717 N Andrews
      Avenue in Ft Lauderdale. The exhibit opens with
      a reception to meet the artist from 6:30 to
      8:00 PM on Monday, February 4, 2008.


Monday, January 7, 2008, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
      Susan Torres Exhibit
      Stonewall Library & Archives
      1717 N. Andrews Ave.
      Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311
      (954) 763-8565
      Free Admission
      Artsunited is pleased to feature the paintings of local
      artist Susan Torres in a solo exhibit at the Stonewall
      Library and Archives from January 7 through
      February 1, 2008. The gallery is located at 1717 N
      Andrews Avenue in Ft Lauderdale. The exhibit opens
      with a reception to meet the artist from 6:30 to 8:00
      PM on Monday, January 7, 2008.


ArtsUnited, Inc. is an all- volunteer nonprofit organization founded in 1999 to provide local lesbian and gay artists an interactive and supportive working environment. Our mission is to use the arts to break down historical barriers preventing lesbians and gays from contributing fully and openly to the cultural, social and economic success of South Florida.

We strive to accomplish our mission in many ways including: Organizing art exhibits in public venues; Establishing a network of artists to increase their interaction with one another; Sponsoring book signings and appearances by authors; Conducting educational seminars; Producing original plays; Maintaining this website; Holding artists workshops and presenting our yearly events: United & Proud and Art Explosion

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