The Marco Island Foundation for the Arts (MIFA) promotes the visual, literary and performing arts in public places in Marco Island
Calendar of Events Left Bank Art Fests The committee decided to change the day of these popular events from Saturday to Sunday, due to artists having scheduling conflicts. This season they will be held on December 11, 2011, January 15, February 12 and March 15, 2012, and are free to the public. Download Artist Application Form. Just Added: April 1st, 2012 Left Bank Art Fest Download Artist Application Form
Artist Demonstrations will be held during the Left Bank Art Fests. Watch for publicity in the local press. Film Fest Wednesdays at 10am at Marco Movies. February 1st: "Mao's Last Dancer" February 15th: "The Red Shoes" March 21th: "The Turning Point" 3rd Annual Opera Screening Wednesday, 10am, March 7th at Marco Movies: "Turandot". Contact Carol for tickets (not yet priced): carolrmarco@yahoo.com 389-9463 Wet Paint Live February 9th, 2012. Artists are painting all day at outdoor locations around the island. A buffet dinner followed by a live auction takes place in the evening at the Art League. This event is a project of the Leadership Marco class of the Marco Island Area Chamber of Commerce. Proceeds benefits scholarships of the Chamber of Commerce, MIFA and the Art League. "Marilyn on Marco - a 20 Year Restrospective" February 28, 2012 at Sunset House Luncheon honoring artist Marilyn Wirth. Tickets are by invitation. If you'd like to attend, contact Kathleen: mermaid.kat@hotmail.com 394-3894
| Welcome!The Marco Island Foundation for the Arts is a 501(c)(3) charitable nonprofit organization. Incorporated in 2003, MIFA is a growing organization with nearly 100 members, a volunteer board of directors and an honorary committee of advisors. Our mission is to support the visual, listerary and performing arts in public places in Marco Island. We believe that the arts are a catalyst in bringing people together, and help to create a sense of community. Through public arts events we hope to engage people, to stir their imaginations, and inspire dialogue about the meaning of art. The arts help us shape our community, celebrate history, and encourage pride of place. We invite you to join us in the promotion and encouragement of the arts in our community. ScholarshipsOur 2012 scholarship application is now available. Click this link for the application. Our WorkWe work together to make our promote the arts, and to reach out to other groups who share our vision. Whether you’re ready to lend a hand at one of our activities or have photos or articles to share about a recent event, here’s the place to do it! Join Us We invite you to join us. We welcome new ideas from members and volunteers. |
740 N Collier Blvd, Suite 102, Marco Island, FL | 239-642-0015 |
