Englewood Invitational Thanksgiving Art Festival back again in new location
The Annual Englewood Invitational Thanksgiving Art Festival, organized by local artist Carroll Swayze, is slated for Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in a new location – on the grounds of the Englewood Elks Club at 401 N. Indiana Ave. in Englewood.
“I am so excited to be back in business”, said Swayze. “The pandemic was tough on everyone especially self-employed artists who literally lost their livelihoods when festivals, art shows and galleries were forced to cancel their events and close their doors. While it was fantastic to have the time to create, it was hard to stay alive financially for the past two years and we are very happy to be exhibiting again!”
The Thanksgiving Art Festival is a small high-quality art show with an impressive list of 40 award-winning artists and craftsmen. All forms of media will be represented, all the artwork in the show is handmade by the artists who create it and they will be there to talk about their work and share their interesting life stories with the crowd.
“I have been chairing art festivals here in Englewood for over three decades,” said Swayze. “I work hard to find new and exciting artwork to showcase in our community on Thanksgiving weekend, when our town is bustling with visitors from the north and local families coming home for the holiday. This year’s show promises to be great because I have a lot of new artists coming to town. I’m very thankful for the support of the Englewood Elks Club, who is hosting us this year. The location on N. Indiana Avenue/SR 776 is perfect for the event because it is very visible with lots of free parking.”
Delicious food and refreshments will be available on site provided by Chef Doug and the Englewood Elks.
The Englewood Thanksgiving Art Festival will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 27 and 28, and the public is invited to enjoy a day with fine artists and craftsmen from all over the country.
For directions and more information about the show call Carroll Swayze at (941) 266-6434.
