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SUMMARY:Opening Reception + Exhibition Walkthrough // Kendra Frorup: Roots\, Return\, and the Weight of Memory
DESCRIPTION:We invite visitors to an opening reception in conjunction with the exhibition Kendra Frorup: Roots\, Return\, and the Weight of Memory\, from 5:00 to 8:00pm. The artist will give a walkthrough at 6:00pm.  \nFrorup’s mixed-media assemblages and sculptures draw heavily on her Afro-Caribbean roots for inspiration. Her current work references The Bahamas\, where she was born and raised\, as well as her travels abroad\, and incorporates materials such as coconut crowns\, found objects\, cast materials such as metal and concrete\, as well as printmaking\, all of which continue her longtime exploration of how culture influences artistic expression. Frorup describes how the work included in “Roots\, Return\, and the Weight of Memory” evokes “themes of home\, migration\, and the balance between leadership and care\,” ideas central to the exhibition and her “ongoing exploration of Caribbean material culture and diasporic identity.”  \nKendra Frorup has exhibited her work throughout the United States and at museums and institutions in the Caribbean\, France\, and Puerto Rico. In 2022\, the National Gallery of the Bahamas hosted her mid-career retrospective\, The Whimsical Collector. In 2025\, Frorup was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship\, partnering with the University of The Bahamas. She received her M.F.A. in sculpture from Syracuse University. Frorup is currently an Associate Professor of Art and Design at the University of Tampa\, where she teaches sculpture\, printmaking\, and book arts courses.   \nABOUT CRISP-ELLERT ART MUSEUM: CEAM programming is supported through grants from the Dr. JoAnn Crisp-Ellert Fund at The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida\, and the St. Johns County Tourist Development Council administered through the St. Johns Cultural Council. Additional support is provided by Volkswagen of St. Augustine\, VyStar Credit Union\, and AC Hotel St. Augustine.  \n 
URL:https://arbus.com/event/opening-reception-exhibition-walkthrough-kendra-frorup-roots-return-and-the-weight-of-memory/
LOCATION:Crisp-Ellert Art Museum\, 48 Sevilla St.\, St. Augustine\, FL\, 32084\, United States
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SUMMARY:February Story Slam at BABS'LAB
DESCRIPTION:Step into Jacksonville’s most intimate\, high-energy storytelling space — BABS’LAB\nCelebrating over 9 years of Monthly Story Slams\nJoin us for an evening of true stories\, tasty treats\, and good vibes\, hosted by Babs Colaciello. Our February 13th Story Slam theme may flirt with Valentine’s Day\, but RED goes beyond romance. It’s a pulse. A warning. A spark. Come share your five-minute true story\, or settle in and listen. \nFEATURED ARTIST SPOTLIGHT / ARTIST RECEPTION\nTo help set the tone for RED\, we’re thrilled to partner with visionary artist Mere Mason\, whose illuminating work will transform BABS’LAB through light\, color\, and form. Mere\, a Jacksonville-based artist with a studio at Margaret Street Studios\, transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary through sustainability\, imagination\, and thoughtful design. Her one-of-a-kind lighting fixtures will be on display and available for purchase. \nARTIST RECEPTION | 7:00 PMExperience a little RED magic before the slam. Installation developed in collaboration with Julia Ivanisova\, BABS’LAB Curatorial Collaborator. ART + TREATS + Libations + Chit-Chat \n❤️ Why not wear a little RED? ❤️Subtle or bold. Your call. \nEVENT DETAILS\nDATE: Friday\, February 13\, 2026TIME: Artist Reception 7:00 PM | Story Slam 8:00 PMWHERE: BABS’LAB\, CoRK Arts District. NOTE: Entrance on Phyllis St. between the metal fence and palm tree\, across from the Yellow House \nWHAT’S A STORY SLAM? \n• 10 people’s names are picked from the hat. \n• Storytellers have 5 minutes each to tell a TRUE personal story based on a THEME. \n• At the end of the evening the audience Votes for their favorite storyteller. \n• Story must connect to the Theme. \n• No notes. No props. \n•Please no political ranting\, no preaching.
URL:https://arbus.com/event/february-story-slam-at-babslab/
LOCATION:Babs’Lab\, 603 King St. Entance rear of building on Phyllis St\, Jacksonville\, FL\, 32204\, United States
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