Latin art exhibit set for September

COURTESY PHOTO Nostalgia Nocturna 2 Amarillis Veliz Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at the Harborside Event Center with a visit to "A Latin Art Affair", the Community Art Showcase fine art exhibition. This cutting edge show features five local Latino artists whose works are as diverse and electrifying as their countries of origin: Doris Ramos, Ernesto Masis, Juan Diaz, Amarillis Veliz and Lidia Dick.

"A Latin Art Affair" will premier on Friday, Sept. 7, with an Opening Reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Make your reservations, now, to experience great art and meet the artists, partake of complimentary appetizers & beverages and enjoy the innovative Latin sounds of internationally celebrated Havy Rodriguez. The Opening Reception is an invitation only event. Email now to receive your invitation - info@artfestfortmyers.com.

This unparalleled exhibition will showcase the rich and varied talents of our own Latino art community. Each of the exhibiting artists is internationally acclaimed and has chosen the greater Fort Myers area as their home - bringing with them the gift of fine art. The excitement, warmth and vibrancy of their artwork speak to all members of our community, as it bridges Latin and Anglo cultures. ¦

If you go

>>What: A Latin Art Affair >>Where: Harborside Event Center >>When: from Sept. 7 through Nov. 28,

Monday - Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

>>Info: email info@ArtFestFortMyers.com or

call 768-3602.