This is just a peek at what is happening for some of our Cru City staff in Orlando. Several events are coming up in March.

God Opens Opportunities: Orlando Art Scene

 

Third Thursday

Last Thursday evening, February 20, 2025, Didier Heslon and Gordana Sjostedt were featured at the City Arts Gallery downtown. This was their opening night reception, but their art will be in the gallery for a month until the next Third Thursday event on March 21st. You still have time to visit and enjoy their art. Gordana’s paintings are featured in the Third Thursday graphic (above).

Artistic Encounter

You don’t have to wait that long if you have time this Saturday evening (March 1, 2025) to attend an exhibit at Artistic Encounter. Donna and Didier Heslon were invited by local Christian artist, Ashley Pitre, to display their gorgeous work in her solo exhibit.

Fusion Fest

Ashley, Donna and Didier met at FusionFest last November.

Bach Festival Choir of Winter Park

Hallie Allen sings in the Bach Festival Choir of Winter Park. The choir performed Beethoven’s Mass in C Major on Sunday, February 23rd. They will perform Brahms’ Requiem March 1 – 2, 2025. See the Notes for a discount.

Central Florida offers lots of artistic opportunities. See the Notes for more information about these four.

NOTES:

• The CityArts Orlando gallery is open every day except Monday from 11 to 6. Admission is free.  The address is 39 S. Magnolia Avenue, Orlando, FL 32801.
• Learn more about the Third Thursday evening events. The third Thursday of the month is a great time to check out music and art in the Orlando arts district.
• Follow this link for information and tickets to The Artistic Encounter: Ashley Pitre Solo Art Exhibition.
• Mark your calendar for the end of November to attend FusionFest.
• The Downtown Arts District website has more information.
  • Also check out Winter Park, Florida for more arts opportunities, such as the annual Sidewalk Art Festival (March 21 – 23, 2025).
• The Bach Festival Choir performs Brahms’ Requiem on Saturday, March 1, at 7:30 p.m. (https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/brahms-1-2025), and Sunday, March 2, at 3 p.m. (https://www.bachfestivalflorida.org/event/brahms-2-2025). Follow the links to buy tickets. Use the code F+F15 for unlimited tickets at 15% off the list price.
• Cru staff can connect on the Workplace group, Artists on Staff.