BIG ARTS
\nBIG ARTS will show \u201cThe Polar Express\u201d for its Holiday Family Film Night on Dec. 22 on Sanibel. The event is free and open to the public, but tickets are required.<\/p>\n
BIG ARTS on Sanibel will celebrate the season with two more activities for the community.<\/p>\n
Part of its Holiday Magic programs for the month of December, BIG ARTS will host a Holiday Open House on Dec. 19 at 5 p.m., followed by a Holiday Family Film Night on Dec. 22 at 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese events have really become a tradition for us,\u201d Marketing Director Meghan Govoni said. \u201cThey\u2019re family friendly, they\u2019re fun and they\u2019re free. You can\u2019t beat that for the holidays.\u201d<\/p>\n
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE<\/p>\n
The Holiday Open House is free and open to the public; no ticket is required.<\/p>\n
\u201cSanta Claus will be in the Christensen Performance Hall in his chair,\u201d she said. \u201cHe\u2019ll be available for kids to take photos with him, and he\u2019ll hand out candy canes.\u201d<\/p>\n
There will be holiday-themed art projects for youths.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe arts education activity table will have make-and-take clay and paper holiday ornaments,\u201d Arts Education Director Aimee Harrison said.<\/p>\n
Led by members of the BIG ARTS Community Chorus, attendees can take part in sing-a-longs of Christmas carols in the lobby throughout the evening.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey invite people to join in and sing along with them,\u201d Govoni said.<\/p>\n
ACT Catering and Boards will serve up light bites.<\/p>\n
\u201cThey\u2019re going to do a big charcuterie spread, veggies and a couple little light bites,\u201d she said. \u201cAnd then we\u2019re adding in some kid-friendly things, like chicken nuggets.\u201d<\/p>\n
There will also be a cash bar.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe bartenders came up with some speciality cocktails and mocktails,\u201d Govoni said.<\/p>\n
The gift shop will be open for last-minute holiday shopping.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe gift shop is fully stocked with holiday gifts,\u201d she said, noting that the handcrafted treasures and unique keepsakes created by local artists will include ornaments, cards and more.<\/p>\n
\u201cA few of the gift shop artists will be available to talk,\u201d Govoni added.<\/p>\n
An Artist Reception for the Sanibel-Captiva Art League\u2019s (SCAL) \u201cOde to Joy\u201d will take place at 5 p.m. in the Dunham Family Gallery. The SCAL brought together members of all affiliates of the Art Council of Southwest Florida to take part. It will feature a collection of fine art embracing various media, styles, colors, moods and techniques, inviting viewers to explore the beauty and spirit of joy.<\/p>\n
\u201cBIG ARTS is proud to host the 50th Annual Juried Art Council of Southwest Florida exhibit,\u201d Gallery Director Wilson McCray said.<\/p>\n
In addition, Marti Koehler\u2019s \u201cJust Keep Swimming\u201d will be on display in the Mezzanine Gallery.<\/p>\n
Bank of the Islands is the presenting sponsor for the Holiday Open House.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re so happy to work with them and so grateful for their support,\u201d Govoni said.<\/p>\n
The community is invited to swing by.<\/p>\n
HOLIDAY FAMILY FILM NIGHT<\/p>\n
The Holiday Family Film Night is free, but tickets are required.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a great night out for all ages to continue the festivities of the holiday season,\u201d Executive Director Lee Ellen Harder said. \u201cEnjoy a holiday beverage and believe in the spirit of Christmas.\u201d<\/p>\n
The movie will be \u201cThe Polar Express,\u201d shown on the big screen in the Christensen Performance Hall. The enchanting holiday film follows the magical journey of a young boy to the North Pole, where he discovers the true meaning of friendship, bravery and the spirit of Christmas.<\/p>\n
Children will receive jingle bells to add to the fun.<\/p>\n
\u201cAll the kids in attendance will get little jiggle bells for the movie,\u201d Govoni said.<\/p>\n
There will be a cash bar, including holiday-themed mocktails and cocktails.<\/p>\n
\u201cThere will be popcorn available,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n
Attendees are encouraged to come in their pajamas.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt makes for a fun evening,\u201d Govoni said.<\/p>\n
The community is invited to secure a ticket.<\/p>\n
For tickets to the movie or for more information about the Holiday Open House or Holiday Family Film Night, visit www.bigarts.org<\/a> or contact the BIG ARTS box office at 239-395-0900.<\/p>\n BIG ARTS is at 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel.<\/p>\n \u2026..<\/p>\n IF YOU GO<\/p>\n What<\/p>\n Holiday Open House<\/p>\n When<\/p>\n Dec. 19 at 5 p.m.<\/p>\n Where<\/p>\n BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel<\/p>\n Details<\/p>\n Free and open to public<\/p>\n \u2026..<\/p>\n IF YOU GO<\/p>\n What<\/p>\n Holiday Family Film Night<\/p>\n When<\/p>\n Dec. 22 at 6:30 p.m.<\/p>\n Where<\/p>\n BIG ARTS, 900 Dunlop Road, Sanibel<\/p>\n Details<\/p>\n Free but tickets required<\/p>\n