Art News: Sarasota Poet, Gulfport Art Walk, Zephyrhills Mural

TAMPA BAY, FL — If you’re interested in Tampa Bay’s vibrant arts scene, here’s some of the latest news and events from the area.

Sarasota Poet Spreads Message Of Inclusion, Diversity

Each year, the Embracing Our Differences exhibition features 50-billboard-sized works of art accompanied by an inspirational quote at Sarasota's Bayfront Park.

Gulfport’s First Friday Art Walk Kicks Off Month-Long Celebration

First Friday Art Walk returns to downtown Gulfport this Friday, Feb. 5 with nearly 20 of the region's most innovative emerging and professional artists showing and selling their creations along the stores, restaurants and galleries on scenic Beach Boulevard. The event runs from 5 to 9 p.m. and is hosted by the Gulfport Merchants Chamber.

Zephyrhills Seeks Artist To Paint 7th Street Mural

The city of Zephyrhills and Main Street Zephyrhills announced a call for artists for a mural on 7th Street in downtown Zephyrhills.

Other Art News and Events:

• Caliente Latin Outdoor Festival: Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Westshore Plaza, 250 S. Westshore Blvd. in Tampa.
• Imagine Museum OP Art/Glass Exhibition: Saturday, 10 a.m., at the Imagine Museum, 1901 Central Ave. in St. Petersburg.
• Amore – The Greatest Love Songs: Wednesday, 4 p.m. at Plantation Golf & Country Club, 500 Rockley Blvd. in Venice.
• Meet Disney Artist Tim Rogerson: Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., virtual event presented by Ringling College.
• Glam Glass Resin Class: Thursday, 6 p.m., at Gypsea Soul, 615 15th Street West in Bradenton.
• An Evening with Dorothy M. Davis: The Photography of Griff Davis: Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Tampa-Hillsborough County Public Library at 900 North Ashley Drive in Tampa.
• Bridge Jazz Series: Thursday, 7:30 p.m., at Fogartyville Art & Media Center in Sarasota.