The Florida Keys Council of the Arts presents the opening reception for the Connections Project: “Making Music in the Keys” on Thursday, Feb. 15 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the Hale Gallery at Ocean Sotheby’s International Realty, located at 81888 Overseas Highway in Islamorada.
This year, in addition to offering the canvases from local artists, the Arts Council is focusing on musicians of the Keys, and the Islamorada reception will feature musicians David Feder and Micah Gardner who will entertain and share why they love to live and perform in the Keys.
“The performing arts enhance our shared experiences. We are thrilled to highlight local talent from Key Largo to Key West to celebrate the longstanding connection between the community and local cultural initiatives,” said Elizabeth Young, executive director of the Florida Keys Council of the Arts, which spearheads the project.Proceeds from the Connections Project benefit Keys artists and arts organizations through Arts Council grants. The reception is sponsored by Keys Weekly, including wine and hors d’oeuvres. More information is at www.keysarts.com or 305-295-4369.
