Bi-weekly News: Feb. 11 edition

Class & Workshop News

• CALLIGRAPHY: Emily Kouris will be leading a 3-week Calligraphy class on Thursdays from 10am -12pm starting February 20.  No experience necessary.  Register online at lectampa.org, email info@lectampa.org, call (813) 932-0241, or sign up in person.

• WATERCOLORS with LIONEL: Lionel Sanchez will be at the LEC to lead a Watercolor Workshop on Saturday, February 22 from 10am – 1 pm. This is an in-person only workshop.  Spaces are limited, and there will be NO walk-ins for this workshop.  Payment must be received by Friday, February 14 to reserve your seat. Register online at lectampa.org, email info@lectampa.org, call (813) 932-0241, or sign up in person.

• QUILLING AND CARDS: Cathy Stump will teach how to create unique cards featuring quilled shamrocks during a Quilled Card-making Workshop on Saturday, March 8 from 10am – 12pm.  Register online at lectampa.org,  email info@lectampa.org, call (813) 932-0241, or sign up in person.

• CREATE WITH CLAY: Brenda Raj will offer a 4-week Air-dry Clay Sculpture class on Thursdays from 10am – 12pm starting March 13.  Participants need to attend all classes to be able to complete the project. If interested, email info@lectampa.org, call (813) 932-0241, or sign up in person.

Club News

• BOOK CLUB 2.0 is here! The new Book Club will meet in person on Monday, February 24 from 10am – 12pm in the LEC Library to discuss the book The God of the Woods by Liz Moore.  Everyone is welcome to join. If anyone has a copy of the book to share or donate, please drop it by the LEC.  Register online at lectampa.org, email info@lectampa.org, call (813) 932-0241, or sign up in person.

New Partnership

• The LEC is now partnered with Tampa General & Village Well. You can find lots of activities and events designed to make wellness fun & rewarding. Discover local events, earn points for healthy activities, and unlock exciting rewards. Let’s continue our goal of becoming healthier and happier. Start exploring! Download the app or sign up online. https://www.villagewell.co.

Other LEC News

• DONATIONS NEEDED: Small bottles of water, paper towels

• STATE FAIR: Thank you to the LEC members who volunteered to be Demo Artists at the State Fair this year.  If you visit the Fair, make sure you stop by the LEC table in the Florida Center to say, “Hi!”  As you view the amazing art on display, see if you can find the pieces submitted by LEC members.

• PLEIN AIR GROUP: A small group of LEC artists will meet at Al Lopez Park on Monday, February 24 (weather permitting).  Any medium welcome.  Bring all your own supplies. Times and meeting location within the park will be posted in the February 21 edition of the LEC Weekly. Email info@lectampa.org or call (813) 932-0241 if you have questions or would like to join the group.

• MARCH POTLUCK: Our March Potluck will be Wednesday, March 5.  The guest speaker will be local author and LEC member, Judy Gray.  Please join us as she discusses the book she recently co-authored, Unwavering: The Wives Who Fought to Ensure No Man is Left Behind.  It is the inspiring and little-known true story of POW and MIA wives who, during the Vietnam War, bucked tradition and cultural norms. Admonished by government officials to “keep quiet” after being told their husbands and sons went missing, these gutsy women endured a myriad twists and turns, spoke up, and moved from the sidelines to the frontlines of advocacy.

• VOLUNTEER AT THE LEC: Volunteers are needed for afternoon shifts on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays. If you are interested or would like more information, email info@lectampa.org, call (813) 932-0241, or let us know in persoon.

MEMBER SHOUT-OUTS

• Shout-outs to our new and renewing members: Mish, Steve, Emily, Elizabeth, Alice, Lorraine, Betty, Alice, Ann, Julie, Doak, Jo Ella, Natalie, Paula, Judy, Cathy, Pat, Diana, Deborah, Larry, Michael, Heidi, Tyler, Mary Gail, Jackie, Bob, David, Christine, Ken, Charles, Mina, Armando, Rosadel, Roger, Jerry, Denise, Charlene, Ron, Marcia, Junia, Elaine, Beth, Zoe, Nadia, Cathy, and Marie!  We look forward to seeing you at the LEC.

Other Opportunities

• TAX PREP FOR ARTISTS: Creative Capital’s Artist Lab is offering a webinar on federal income tax basics for artists.  The webinar takes place on Wednesday, February 12 from 1-2:30 pm.  Click here to register for free.

• ARTISTS AND VENDORS WANTED: The Sulfur Springs Museum is looking for artists and vendors for their Arts & Crafts Festival on Saturday, February 22 from 11am – 3:30pm. If interested in showcasing your art, email 2025artsandcrafts@gmail.com.  Limited FREE spaces are available.