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istory Fort Lauderdale presents “Three by the River,” an Artists-in-Residence annual exhibition, from June 4 to June 30. Featured will be acrylics by Constance Ivana, mixed media works by Stephanie McMillan, and portraits by Florencia Clement de Grandprey.

Constance Ivana is a Fort Lauderdale–based mural artist and visual creative passionate about creating bold, vibrant artwork that sparks reflection, conversation, and joy. Her art is inspired by social justice, Black stories, women’s voices, and nature.

Stephanie McMillan is a third-generation Fort Lauderdale resident and artist. Her distinctive style combines affectionate humor with the bright colors of the sunny tropics. A graduate of the
Tisch School of the Arts at NYU, with a focus in animation, she began drawing illustrations and editorial cartoons, for which she won several Florida Press Club awards. This led to 25 years as a widely published freelance cartoonist and illustrator producing award-winning editorial cartoons, syndicated comic strips, comic journalism, and graphic novels. In recent years she has returned to painting, drawing, and mixed media assemblage. She is the author/illustrator of several books including As the World Burns and The Beginning of the American Fall: A Comics Journalist Inside the Occupy Wall Street Movement (Seven Stories Press). Her original sketches, illustrations, comics, and papers are archived at the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum at Ohio State University.

Born and raised in southern Spain, Florencia Clement de Grandprey is a self-taught mixed media figurative artist whose mission is to empower and inspire through meaningful and uplifting artwork. Her artistic journey began in 2014 when she left her full-time job in interior design to follow her true passion: painting. Clement de Grandprey has developed a style without rules, granting her the freedom to express herself fully. She blends her love for the classic masters with contemporary design, resulting in unique mixed media paintings. Her award-winning work celebrates strong, confident, soul-aligned men and women. She aims to highlight our unique, perfectly imperfect nature, bringing out our strengths and beauty as a reminder of who we truly are. She ensures that a variety of ethnicities are represented, making everyone feel seen and honored in her art.
History Fort Lauderdale’s Artists-in-Residence Annual Show is sponsored by the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Jan and Ed Crocker Unrestricted Fund, Leo M. and Alice J. Rutten Fund and The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Broward Community Fund. Additional funding is provided, in part, by Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward County Cultural Council and Visit Lauderdale.

History Fort Lauderdale is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit us online at historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

All masterpieces need a final touch, and that starts with our Artist in Residence exhibition!

You’re invited to the culminating celebration of the 2025–2026 Bailey Contemporary Arts Artists in Residence titled “From Studio to Spotlight”, celebrating the bold visions of 8 talented artists.

Their vivid paintings, delicate ceramics, and immersive installations reflect growth, collaboration, and the power of creative expression. Viewed individually, each piece tells a unique story; together, they speak to the heart of BaCA’s mission to enrich the community through dynamic visual arts programming and development.

Catch this final flourish created for over nine inspiring months!

Opening Reception │ June 5th │6 PM

All masterpieces need a final touch, and that starts with our Artist in Residence exhibition!

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Jun 5, 2026 to Jun 26, 2026 and happens every:
Tuesdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Wednesdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Thursdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Fridays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Saturdays: 10:00am – 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

All masterpieces need a final touch, and that starts with our Artist in Residence exhibition!

You’re invited to the culminating celebration of the 2025–2026 Bailey Contemporary Arts Artists in Residence titled “From Studio to Spotlight”, celebrating the bold visions of 8 talented artists.

Their vivid paintings, delicate ceramics, and immersive installations reflect growth, collaboration, and the power of creative expression. Viewed individually, each piece tells a unique story; together, they speak to the heart of BaCA’s mission to enrich the community through dynamic visual arts programming and development.

Catch this final flourish created for over nine inspiring months!

Opening Reception │ June 5th │6 PM

All masterpieces need a final touch, and that starts with our Artist in Residence exhibition!

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Jun 5, 2026 to Jun 26, 2026 and happens every:
Tuesdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Wednesdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Thursdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Fridays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Saturdays: 10:00am – 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Join the City of Fort Lauderdale as we commemorate Juneteenth with a vibrant celebration of freedom, unity, and cultural heritage! On June 19, 1865, freedom finally reached the last enslaved people in the United States. Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay, Texas, and announced that over 250,000 Black people held captive in the state were now free by law. This momentous day, Juneteenth, became a celebration of liberation for African Americans across the country.

Saturday, June 20, 2026

5-8 PM

Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd

parks.fortlauderdale.gov/juneteenth

All masterpieces need a final touch, and that starts with our Artist in Residence exhibition!

You’re invited to the culminating celebration of the 2025–2026 Bailey Contemporary Arts Artists in Residence titled “From Studio to Spotlight”, celebrating the bold visions of 8 talented artists.

Their vivid paintings, delicate ceramics, and immersive installations reflect growth, collaboration, and the power of creative expression. Viewed individually, each piece tells a unique story; together, they speak to the heart of BaCA’s mission to enrich the community through dynamic visual arts programming and development.

Catch this final flourish created for over nine inspiring months!

Opening Reception │ June 5th │6 PM

All masterpieces need a final touch, and that starts with our Artist in Residence exhibition!

This is a Weekly Recurring Event
Runs from Jun 5, 2026 to Jun 26, 2026 and happens every:
Tuesdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Wednesdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Thursdays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Fridays: 10:00am – 6:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Saturdays: 10:00am – 4:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.

Buy Local! Eat Local! Shop Local!

Eat, shop, and explore local at the Pompano Beach Green Market! From November through April, every second and fourth Saturday, step into a lively marketplace where community spirit meets fresh flavors. Presented by the Pompano Beach Historical Society and the City of Pompano Beach, this event is a feast for the senses! From farm-fresh fruits and veggies, artisanal juices, and mouthwatering baked goods, to locally sourced honey, seafood, and exotic orchids—you’ll find it all. Discover handmade crafts, art, and wellness products that make each visit a unique adventure. Don’t miss out on this vibrant, one-of-a-kind experience that brings the best of Pompano Beach right to your hands!

Join us for a free day of health, wellness, and family fun at the Back-to-School Health & Safety Fair! Hosted by Healthy Mind, Heart and Body, Inc., this community event is designed to help families prepare for a healthy and successful school year while connecting them with valuable resources and services.Attendees will have access to free health screenings, including diabetes testing, blood pressure checks, vision and hearing exams, dental screenings, well-child physicals, cardiovascular assessments, and EKG screenings. Families can also learn life-saving skills through child CPR education and receive important health and nutrition information.
Children can enjoy a variety of fun activities, including a bounce house, rock climbing, face painting, games, balloons, free books, and more. Plus, school-age children will receive free bookbags and school supplies while supplies last. Free food and drinks will also be available for attendees.Bring the whole family and take advantage of this opportunity to access essential health services, educational resources, and back-to-school support—all at no cost.

Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.

Buy Local! Eat Local! Shop Local!

Eat, shop, and explore local at the Pompano Beach Green Market! From November through April, every second and fourth Saturday, step into a lively marketplace where community spirit meets fresh flavors. Presented by the Pompano Beach Historical Society and the City of Pompano Beach, this event is a feast for the senses! From farm-fresh fruits and veggies, artisanal juices, and mouthwatering baked goods, to locally sourced honey, seafood, and exotic orchids—you’ll find it all. Discover handmade crafts, art, and wellness products that make each visit a unique adventure. Don’t miss out on this vibrant, one-of-a-kind experience that brings the best of Pompano Beach right to your hands!