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House of Hamill

Once again, we are delighted to present House of Hamill. This UPCYCLED CELTIC FOLK band include Rose Baldino, (Burning Bridget Cleary) Brian Buchanan (Enter the Haggis) and Caroline Browning. This band is a fixture on festival stages across the US. The band’s upcoming release, “Wildfire,”  marks House of Hamill‘s most compelling work. Featuring their strongest and most exciting songwriting, “Wildfire” is filled with lyrical depth, sophisticated vocal and instrumental arrangements, and simply irresistible hooks. This album captures the vibrant energy and creativity that have become the hallmarks of a House of Hamill live show. We are excited to welcome them back to the Scottish Cultural Center.
Click here for Tickets  https://events.humanitix.com/house-of-hamill-in-concert

Robert Burns Whisky Tasting with Bill Mullen

Once again, we celebrate the works of Scotland’s National Poet, Robert Burns, with a Whisky Tasting, which will also feature music, poetry, and Haggis, of course! And we will have some audience participation, which is always fun!  Tickets are also available for those who prefer beer or wine.
We are proud to welcome the return of our host for the evening, singer/songwriter Bill Mullen, from Dundee, Scotland. Bill has just returned from a successful tour of New Zealand and Australia.
Click Here for Tickets https://events.humanitix.com/robert-burns-whisky-tasting-with-bill-mullen

Robert Burns Whisky Tasting Jan. 25

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Scottish American Society Presents: Robert Burns Whisky Tasting

January 25 | 7:00 pm

Scottish Cultural Center | 917 Louden Ave. 

Join us in celebrating Robert Burns, Scotland’s most famous poet! The evening includes a selection of single malt whiskys introduced with song and stories by Scottish singer songwriter Bill Mullen. A Robert Burns Night must feature a sampling HAGGIS, NEEPS (turnip), and TATTIES (mashed potatoes), and Scottish shortbread.

You can choose to purchase a whisky tasting ticket for $50, or beer/wine ticket for $35.

Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be Scottish or a member to enjoy this great night. Join us for a fun evening of songs, poetry, foods of Scotland, and whisky!

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Coffee & Conversation with Artist Ted Wray Jan. 16

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Coffee & Conversation with Artist

Ted Wray

January 16 | 12:00 to 1:00 pm

Dunedin Fine Art Center

Don’t miss the chance to hear from artist Ted Wray at this special artist talk! Ted turns damaged books into magic, immortalizing them by transforming them into mind-expanding 3-D worlds of inexhaustible wonder, with just a blade.

Wray has had careers in the fields of printing, music and art, earning him multiple awards in his pursuit of excellence in each career.

In 2019, he once again reinvented himself, this time as one of the world’s most innovative Book Excavation Artists. Since then he has earned various awards while exhibiting his works in New York, Rhode Island, Maryland, Georgia and Florida. In 2021, his month-long solo exhibition, “Don’t Judge a Book by its Carver” included over 50 of his works. Wray’s staggering creative output exceeds 200 works of Book Excavation Art, over 70 of which are in private collections across the United States and Canada. He currently lives and works in St. Petersburg, Florida, where he is represented by Brenda McMahon Gallery.

DFAC members: free

Non-members: $5

Click here to register.

DFAC – Winter Exhibits Opening

Winter Exhibits Opening Reception & Artist Talk

Artist Talk: 6 to 7 p.m. | Reception: 7 to 9 p.m.

Admission is $10 and FREE to DFAC Members

Pre-register or purchase your ticket here

Join us for a memorable evening of art and conversation as we unveil several exciting new exhibitions. The night starts with an insightful artist talk, where attendees will hear about the inspiration and creative processes behind the featured works. Following the talk, guests will have the opportunity to explore the galleries and enjoy the reception.

Faces of Addiction: 01.10.25 – 02.09.25

In this exhibition, conceived by artist and woodworker Nick Reale, 36 artists display the devastating impact of addiction, the healing power of art, and the unwavering strength of community. It was curated by Liliana Beltran.

Once Upon a Time: 01.17.25 – 02.23.25

Step into a world of imagination where artists reimagine classic tales through innovative media and artistic expression. This exhibition brings timeless stories to life in new and surprising ways.

Kaitlin Crockett: Movable Type (for my younger self): 01.17.25 – 02.23.25

Explore the intricacies of personal reflection and growth through the lens of typography and storytelling. This exhibit invites viewers to engage with the artist’s journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Exploring the Human Form: Painting, Drawing, Sculpture & Words of Stephen Schatz: 01.17.25 – 02.23.25

Powerfully rendering the human condition in his chosen media, we celebrate the works of lifelong artist Stephen Schatz. Curated by Lynn Whitelaw.

Meet Our Faculty: 11.01.24 – 02.02.25

Discover the diverse talents of DFAC’s faculty members as they present a range of artistic perspectives and media. This exhibition offers a unique opportunity to see the personal work of those who teach and inspire at DFAC.

Leslie Jeffery: Eighty at Eighty: 02.02.25 – 03.21.25

Vibrant abstractionist and life-long creator—Leslie Jeffery shows us how!

Hebridean Baker Gathering – At the Scottish Cultural Center

Tik-Tok sensation Coinneach MacLeod, the “Hebridean Baker,” is launching his North American book tour in Dunedin, Florida!

Coinneach is an international best-selling author from the Outer Hebrides of Scotland. Inspired by family recipes, traditional Scottish flavors, and his homeland’s rich myths and legends, he has become Scotland’s best-selling cookbook author. His four books celebrate the Hebrides’ culinary traditions while blending tales of folklore, travel, and the unique beauty of island life, inviting readers on a journey through Scotland with each recipe.

Known for his warm storytelling and distinct approach to food and culture, Coinneach is now a familiar face on television in the UK and is recognized as Scotland’s “Food & Drink Influencer of the Year.” He is bringing his new book, Hebridean Baker, The Scottish Cookbook, packed with recipes, all tied together with captivating tales from Scotland.

A $30 admission includes a signed copy of his latest cookbook. A buy-one, get-one admission for two people ($45) will consist of one autographed book. Extra copies will be on sale to purchase for gifts.  The evening includes tastes of Scotland, bagpipes, and Scottish Highland Dancers to welcome Coinneach to our Cultural Center.

This is a unique event for the Scottish American Society, and we hope you will join us! Click here to purchase tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/book-signing-with-the-hebridean-baker, or scan the QR code on the poster above.

All tickets include a day’s membership to the Scottish American Society of Dunedin. Thank you for your continued support.  Happy New Year!

DFAC 50th Anniversary Gala

You’re Invited to Our 50th Anniversary Gala

February 15th, 2025

The Dunedin Fine Art Center invites you to celebrate our history, our Founders, and the DFAC community that has contributed to our growth and successes over the past 50 years since our groundbreaking in 1975. Please join us on February 15th, 2025, for our 50th Anniversary Gala, where we transform the art center into an Art Deco masterpiece.

The Art Deco movement was birthed from a time of artistic experimentation. It was defined by numerous movements in modern art, representing the same artistic experimentation and boldness that led to the beginning of a 2,000-square-foot art center that has since grown to nearly 50,000 square feet of facilities serving over 80,000 visitors annually.

This event is a celebration of all who have come through our doors over the last five decades and will include a seated dinner, libations, live entertainment, dancing, and more!

 

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Coffee & Conversation with Artist Ted Wray

Join us at the Dunedin Fine Art Center on Thursday, January 16th, at noon for an inspiring Coffee & Conversation with artist Ted Wray! Sponsored by DFAC’s Sterling Society, this monthly series brings together art lovers to connect with notable artists over coffee.

Don’t miss hearing from artist Ted Wray at this unique artist talk! Ted turns damaged books into magic, immortalizing them by transforming them into mind-expanding 3-D worlds of inexhaustible wonder with just a blade.

Wray has had printing, music, and art careers, earning him multiple awards for his pursuit of excellence in each career.

In 2019, he reinvented himself again as one of the world’s most innovative Book Excavation Artists. Since then, he has earned various awards while exhibiting his works in New York, Rhode Island, Maryland, Georgia, and Florida. In 2021, his month-long solo exhibition, “Don’t Judge a Book by its Carver,” included over 50 works. Wray’s staggering creative output exceeds 200 works of Book Excavation Art, over 70 of which are in private collections across the United States and Canada. He lives and works in St. Petersburg, Florida, represented by Brenda McMahon Gallery.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, January 16th

Time: 12:00 p.m.

Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center

Admission: $5 (Free for DFAC members)

What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve?

New Year’s Eve, Tuesday, December 31st
8:00 pm to 1:00 am

The Scottish American Society of Dunedin is excited to bring Liverpool Live, the best Beatles cover band in Florida, to Dunedin! Every concert with them is a complete sellout. This New Year’s Eve will be so much fun: singing and dancing to all your favorite Beatles tunes (yes, you will) combined with our traditional Scottish Hogmanay. We are offering a full-catered dinner from Little England Catering Company, a British caterer in Tampa.

Menu:
Individual Steak Pie – OR – Chicken Curry – OR – Vegetarian Dinner
Raita, Basmati Rice, Mashed Potatoes
House Salad with Vinaigrette dressing
Roasted Vegetable Medley with balsamic drizzle
Dinner rolls/butter
Dessert: Sticky Toffee Pudding with Custard – OR – Banoffee Pie

 

It includes a Champagne toast with Shortbread at midnight! Party favors for all, and all will go home with a Gift Bag! What are you doing on New Year’s Eve?

Please come and join us; everyone is welcome! The bar will be open! This event promises to be one of our biggest nights of the year! Don’t miss it! Thank you for your support!

Tickets $100
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE

Tickets to all events include Day Membership to
the Scottish American Society of Dunedin

 

Call for Artists: Once Upon A Time…

Call to Artists to represent and reinterpret your favorite fairy tale via a single scene or character that remains with you—All Media: guest Judge and Cash Awards.

Guidelines:

All 2 + 3D media welcome, no size limitations

*2D works must be ready to hang

Artworks should be labeled with (artist’s name, title, media, and price)

Works sold share a 40% commission with DFAC

Entries are limited to artists 13 years old and up

Submission Deadline & Delivery Date:

Delivery Date: January 6, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Click Here to Download the Entry Form

Coffee & Conversation with Artist Aneka Ingold

Aneka Ingold

Join us at the Dunedin Fine Art Center on Thursday, December 19th, at 12:00 p.m. for an inspiring Coffee & Conversation with renaissance artist Aneka Ingold! Sponsored by DFAC’s Sterling Society, this monthly series brings together art lovers to connect with notable artists over coffee.

Don’t miss award-winning artist Aneka Ingold at this extraordinary artist talk! Based in Tampa, Ingold is known for her striking mixed-media artworks, which blend drawing and painting. She holds an MFA from Kendall College of Art and Design and won the inaugural Bennett Prize 2019. Her work has been featured in exhibitions nationwide and in publications like American Art Collector. Ingold also teaches Visual Studies as an adjunct professor at Hillsborough Community College.

Ingold’s exhibition Metamorphosis, now at DFAC, is a compelling collection inspired by her personal and universal experiences as a woman. Exploring themes of transformation and the female experience, her work invites viewers to reflect on their perceptions. Don’t miss this chance to hear directly from the artist about her inspirations and creative process.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, December 19th

Time: 12:00 p.m.

Location: Dunedin Fine Art Center

Admission: $5 (Free for DFAC members)

 

Documentary Screening Dec. 5

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Clearwater Marine Aquarium is hosting a special screening and reception to celebrate the launch of Hope in the Water, a three-part PBS docuseries that travels the globe spotlighting trailblazing fishers, water farmers, and environmental activists who are discovering new and ancient practices that can not only feed us but also restore our threatened oceans and fresh waterways.

Presented by WEDU PBS, Fed by Blue, and Clearwater Marine Aquarium, the evening kicks off with a reception, followed by a short screening, panel discussion, and food tasting featuring responsibly-sourced seafood. Wines provided by St. Supery Vineyards.

Click here for more information.

Celebrate St. Andrew’s Day

Celebrate St. Andrew’s Day with us and uncover the origins of this Scottish national holiday, including traditions, songs, history, and food!
Choose either a Scottish Meat Pie or a Mac ‘N Cheese Pie, plus a drink of your choice.

PLEASE BRING ITEMS FOR DUNEDIN CARES TO OUR EVENTS!  WE ARE ALWAYS COLLECTING CLEANING MATERIALS AND NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEMS FOR THOSE IN NEED.