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Week Of August 17 - August 23

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Shrink Your Art at Lee State Park

Saturday, August 22

10:00AM - 12:00PM


Lee State Park is throwing it back to the 70s! THE 1970s! In this fun recycle craft, you will be making art on #6 plastic aka deli plastic. Then bake it in the park's craft oven and watch it magically shrink! Earrings, keychain fobs, zipper pulls, window defectors for birds: the possibilities of making functional art are endless.

Painting Workshop - Adults 18+ at Darlington County Library

Thursday, August 20

3:30PM


The Darlington County Library will have a Painting Workshop on Thursday, August 20 at 3:30 PM. This FREE DIY craft is open to participants ages 18 and older. Older children are welcome to participate when accompanied by an adult. The program is free, and all supplies are provided.

UPCOMING EVENTS

August 17 - October 2: Land & Water Exhibit at FMU Gately Gallery

August 28 - October 9: Small Works 2026: A Juried Exhibition at Streater Community Center

August 30: Florence Symphony - Rick Steve's Europe, A Symphonic Journey at FMU Performing Arts Center

September 11: Bounded Space Opening Reception at TRAX Visual Art Center

September 11: Art of Native South Opening Reception at Jones-Carter Gallery

September 11 - 20: Come From Away at Florence Little Theatre

September 13: Los Lobos at FMU Performing Arts Center

September 19: Crossroads Music & Market 2026

October 7: The President's Own United States Marine Band at FMU Performing Arts Center

October 17: Aaron Tippin in Concert at The ROB

October 23: Sesame Street Live - Elmo's Got Moves at Florence Center

October 29: Diamond Rio at FMU Performing Arts Center

November 7: SC Pecan Music & Food Festival in Downtown Florence

A Note from FLORENCE REGIONAL ARTS ALLIANCE

Florence Regional Arts Alliance announces artists in the 10th Installation of Small Works: A Juried Exhibition

Opening Reception: Friday, August 28

6PM - 8PM


The artist lineup is set, as the Florence Regional Arts Alliance (FRAA) announced the artists participating in the 10th installation of Small Works: A Juried Exhibition. The show opens with a reception on Aug. 28 at 6 PM EST at HopeHealth Streater Community Center, 301 North Dargan Street, in downtown Florence, S.C. For the 10th year, 93 entries by 79 artists were received from cities throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, and newly added Tennessee. Thirty pieces by 27 artists will compete in this year’s exhibition, as chosen by renowned artist Alex Bostic. Make plans to attend! For more information, click here.


ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES

EXHIBIT CONSIDERATION AT THE FLORENCE COUNTY MUSEUM

The Florence County Museum welcomes submissions for exhibit consideration. Submissions are reviewed by the staff of the museum along with an appointed committee of the Florence County Museum Board. Submissions that fulfill the mission of the museum and strengthen our vision will be considered. The Exhibit Committee reviews proposals quarterly. After review, the committee recommends favorable submissions to the Florence County Museum Board.

ABOUT US

Pee Dee Arts exists through a unique partnership between the Florence Regional Arts Alliance and the Florence Convention and Visitors Bureau. Launched in 2011, Pee Dee Arts is a web-based arts marketing initiative.


Pee Dee Arts' primary focus is to promote the arts and cultural activities of the Pee Dee region and facilitate growth in the region's arts organizations. Pee Dee Arts is committed to inclusive and innovative service to the Pee Dee region, which it defines as the following counties: Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon, Florence, Lee, Marion, Marlboro, and Williamsburg.


To have your event, program or project promoted by Pee Dee Arts, send an email with detailed information to peedeearts@gmail.com.

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