SBDAC Blog
Enter the 2018 Summer Singer-Songwriter Competition
Facebook Twitter Instagram Calling all singer-songwriters: the Second Annual Summer Singer-Songwriter Competition is looking for entries! The competition focuses on original musicians in the singer-songwriter genre. This yearly event invites performers in...
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2018 Sounds of Summer Series Runs June – August
Sounds of Summer returns in 2018 with another great lineup of concerts at SBDAC! This biweekly concert series runs from June – August, and features original music from many genres, like indie, folk, reggae, and hip hop. Plus, the Summer Singer-Songwriter competition is back for another chance to win recording time and a performance spot.
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Call to Artists: Submit Artwork to the June Juried Exhibition
Calling all artists! Submit artwork to the June Juried Exhibition. Present your interpretation of the symbol “X” in honor of the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s 10th anniversary. Artists young and old, new and seasoned, are invited to submit artwork until May 11, 2018 for cash prizes.
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Smoke on the Water 2018: Free Entry to Barbecue, Music, and More
Facebook Twitter Instagram Fort Myers only FREE barbecue event is back for another year! Smoke on the Water Barbecue Competition and Music Festival returns to the Fort Myers River Basin for two days of food, music, and family fun on April 27th and 28th!...
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American Virtuosi Concert and Gala Feature Classical Music Masters
The American Virtuosi Concert on March 30th and the American Virtuosi Gala on March 31st brings some of the world’s best performers in classical music to Fort Myers.
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A Viewer’s Guide to the 2018 Fort Myers Film Festival
Facebook Twitter Instagram Movie lovers rejoice: the 2018 Fort Myers Film Festival is here! Don’t miss indie movies selected at this season’s TGIM, plus film festival selections from all around the globe from March 22nd - March 25th. This year’s festival...
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7th Annual Art Walks the Runway Presents Couture Fashion Show
Each year Art Walks the Runway fashion show presents the hottest local boutique fashion and international Couture designs. The 2018 runway doesn’t disappoint! Learn more here.
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Fort Myers Fashion Show Features Michael Kors Model & Pageant Winners
At this year’s Art Walks the Runway, see Miss Fort Myers Rachel Conti, Miss International Kelsey Craft, and Michael Kors model Brittany Plasencia. Learn more about this Fort Myers fashion show!
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Writing Workshop with Bestselling Author Kristin Harmel
Bestselling author Kristin Harmel visits SBDAC for a novel writing workshop on Feb 19th! Learn more about “How to Write a Novel” on the SBDAC blog.
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Downtown Fort Myers Live Music this January
This list should help you narrow down your search for downtown Fort Myers live music this January, whether you like Elvis, jazz, opera, or hip hop!
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Writing Lectures from This Season’s Famous Authors
Experience writing lectures from Nathan Hill, Michael Byrnes, Karen Thompson Walker, & Karen Dionne in the 2018 Famous Author Lecture Series!
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Fort Myers Outdoor Festival Taps & Tunes Returns this January
Taps & Tunes Craft Beer & Music Festival is back for its 4th year on January 13th from 2pm – 8pm! Learn about this Fort Myers outdoor festival here.
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Motown, Elvis, & Beatles Tributes at Vinyl Vibes
Have you heard about the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s newest concert series, Vinyl Vibes? This amazing retro records series brings some of the best national Motown, Elvis, and Beatles tributes to Fort Myers!
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2018 Festivals Feature Live Music, Craft Beer, Food, & More
Have you heard about SBDAC’s 2018 festivals? Find out more about the great tunes, brews, and food at Taps & Tunes and Smoke on the Water!
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Five Fun Fort Myers Holiday Events in December
If December is your favorite month of the year, then check out these five Fort Myers holiday events!
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Díaz Trio Launches This Season’s Chamber Music Series
The masters of chamber music return to Fort Myers this season! Learn more about the Díaz Trio and the other performers in the series.
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Kate Davis Brings Songwriters of the 70s to Fort Myers
The Jazzy Nights Series kicks off this November with a performance by Kate Davis! Learn more about Kate, and all the other great series performers.
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Art Workshops: Dance, Fashion, Writing, & More
This season, SBDAC’s Eclectic Education presents unique art workshops in dance, fashion, fiber art, and writing. Check out more details here!
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Noteworthy Concerts Feature Bands and Brews to Know
The Noteworthy Concert Series features bands and brews to know! See the amazing line up of music and breweries in store for this season.
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The Second City Brings a Cure for the Common Comedy to Fort Myers
Get ready to laugh! World renowned comedy and theater troupe The Second City brings a “Cure for the Common Comedy” to the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center this September.
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SBDAC 10th Anniversary Season: a Decade at the Davis
The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center’s tenth year is set to be the best yet! See what SBDAC has in store for their 10th anniversary season.
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SBDAC Launches Fort Myers Recording Studio
This fall, SBDAC opens a brand new Fort Myers recording studio! Get insight into SBDAC’s Six Fingers Studios before it opens to the public.
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SBDAC: The Heart of Downtown Fort Myers’ History
This season, the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center celebrates its 10th anniversary! Find out why SBDAC is the heart of downtown Fort Myers history.
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Three Reasons to Enter the Singer Songwriter Competition
Are you a singer-songwriter who’d like to further your music career? Then enter the Summer Singer-Songwriter Competition! Find out 3 reasons to enter here.
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Meet the Makers: Art and Poetry Networking Event
Art and Poetry Networking Event has been bringing together SWFL arts communities for 5 years. Get a behind the scenes glimpse at APNE & its founders!
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Why Choose SBDAC for Your SWFL Wedding Venue
Are you looking for the perfect SWFL wedding venue? Then find out why you should choose SBDAC for your SWFL wedding venue!
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Enjoy the Sounds of Summer Concerts at SBDAC
The Sounds of Summer concerts at SBDAC will bring out the best music in SWFL and beyond! Check out the incredible line up of shows from June – August.
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Students Showcase Art, Music, & More at Teen Talent Night
Teen Talent Night invites students to compete in the arts for cash prizes on Saturday, May 27th. Participate, or just come for the food, DJ, & fun! Learn more here.
read moreCall for Artists: Submit to the Juried Exhibition
Call for artists! The June juried art exhibition, Positive/Negative, seeks original works to complete and show. Enter by May 13th! Learn more here.
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Fort Myers Festival Hosts Barbecue, Bands, & Family Fun
Which Fort Myers festival has free entry, live music, amazing vendors, family fun, and great food? Learn more about Smoke on the Water, coming this April!
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Smoke on the Water Barbecue Competition & Music Festival
Food and music lovers take note! April 28th & 29th Smoke on the Water Barbecue Competition and Music Festival comes to the Fort Myers River Basin. Learn more here.
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The Chamber Music Masters of American Virtuosi
What do you know about the chamber music masters from the American Virtuosi series? If you’re itching to find out more about who these world-class musicians are, here’s your opportunity!
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Experience Two Nights of American Virtuosi Performances
This April, audiences have the opportunity to witness some of classical music’s great performers! On April 14th and 15th, experience two nights of American Virtuosi performances. Find out more here.
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Art Walks the Runway’s Featured International Designers
This year, the Art Walks the Runway fashion show in Fort Myers will feature collections by 4 incredible international designers. Learn more about them here!
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Art Walks the Runway Brings High Fashion to Fort Myers
Couture fashion comes to Fort Myers for Art Walks the Runway! Celebrity stylists and local boutiques take the catwalk from March 30th – April 1st.
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7 Must-See Indie Movies at FMFF
The 2017 Fort Myers Film Festival is almost here! This is a great time to prepare for all the amazing indie movies that will be playing at SBDAC.
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2017 Fort Myers Film Festival Sneak Peek
The word is out! The 2017 Fort Myers Film Festival is packed with remarkable indie movies. Get a sneak peek at what’s happening March 8th – 12th.
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A Portrait of Leonard Bernstein
Composer, conductor, educator, humanitarian: these are just a few words used to describe the incredible Leonard Bernstein. Find out what set this music master apart from his contemporaries in this intimate portrait.
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Preview Downtown Fort Myers February Events
The Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center has art openings, concerts, and author lectures! Check out this remarkable list of events.
read more“Ageless Creativity” Features Artists of the Shell Point Retirement Community
“Ageless Creativity” is a month-long exhibition that contains 188 juried works by the artists of Shell Point Retirement Community. Learn more about this month long exhibition!
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Wedding Venues: What to Look for on Your Search
Congratulations on your engagement! The planning for your special day starts now, but you might not know what to look for when searching for wedding venues.
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2017 Author Lecture Series Featured Writers
Book lovers rejoice! The 2017 Author Lecture Series has a great batch of writers who’ll be making appearances. This unique series couples a lecture from a famous writer with a savory brunch from 12pm – 2pm one afternoon a month between January and April.
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Get Your Taste Buds Ready for Taps and Tunes Craft Beer & Music Festival
Downtown Fort Myers always gets a lot cooler in January, but it’s not just the weather. It’s because of Taps & Tunes Craft Beer and Music Festival!
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A Sneak Peek at the 2017 Chamber Concert Series
Fans of classical music have something to celebrate! The 2017 Chamber Concert Series brings internationally acclaimed ensembles to downtown Fort Myers.
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Preview Downtown Fort Myers January Events
Stop searching for things to do! This preview of downtown Fort Myers January events has you covered–from indie films to opera, and everything in between.
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Art Walks the Runway Model Call Preparation Guide
Landing the right modeling gig could give you the break of a lifetime. That’s why you should always be ready for your modeling auditions.
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Top 5 Downtown Fort Myers Events in 2017
Can you believe it’s already 2017? January is the perfect time to mark your calendar with all of the great downtown Fort Myers events for the year.
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