Ongoing events

Art Exhibit - The Robert Rauschenberg Gallery hosts Syd Solomon: On Black Friday, March 13, through Thursday, April 9. Mr. Solomon has exhibited globally and his works are held in numerous permanent collections, including The Baltimore Museum of Art and the Tel Aviv Museum. 489-9313 or bobrauschenberggallery.com

Warhol Exhibit - The Naples Art Association features Andy Warhol Portfolios: From the Bank of America Collection at the Von Liebig Art Center Saturday, March 14, through Sunday, May 3. This exhibition features selected portraits from the Bank of America's collection of Andy Warhol silk screen prints.

Art Exhibit - Artist Jo-Ann Lizio is exhibiting her mixed media "assemblage" abstracts at the BIG ARTS Founders Gallery. "The Work of Jo-Ann Lizio" exhibit runs through March 31. 395-0900, www.bigarts.org or e-mail info@BIGARTS. org.

Juried Show - BIG ARTS Phillips Gallery will host a juried theme show, Text in Art, which features art with text, numbers or letters as a design element, through Tuesday, March 31. An artist reception and awards presentation will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. is Friday, March 13. 395-0900, www.bigarts.org or e-mail info@BIGARTS.org.

Circus - Florida's Famous Circus Sarasota will be at the Big Top at Gulf Coast Town Center through Sunday, March 29. Circus Sarasota presents an all-star lineup with an unparalleled array of thrilling acts for its 12th season of performances. There are 32 performances, including matinee and evening shows. Tickets start at $10 per person. www. CircusSarasota.org or (877) 355-9805.

Ronnie Ford - Daas Gallery features premiere master Scottish painter Ronnie Ford in a March exhibition. Mr. Ford's work features a highly textured surface and use of contrasting colors that captures the French and Scottish landscapes. The exhibition runs through March 27. www.ronnieford.com or www. daasgallery.com.

Art Exhibit - Florida West Arts' Invitational Fine Art Exhibition, "A Prelude to Spring," featuring the two- and three- dimensional artworks by artists from near and far, runs through March 25. Florida West is located in Estero's International Design Center.