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Oct 24, 2020

Newsletter | October 2020

 We’ve announced our new Artist and design for our next mural project – Historic Punta Gorda Army Air Field.  See our Newsletter for more info – CLICK HERE. Read More
Jul 19, 2020

Newsletter | July 2020 – New Mural Virtual Dedication

       “Pages from Our Library’s Past”   Our 30th Mural is Done! We are excited to announce that our 30th mural, “Pages from Our Library’s Past” is finished. The mural is located at the new Punta Gorda Charlotte Library located at 401 Shreve Street. You can find it on the arched wall facing Shreve Street. We typically follow the completion of a mural with a dedication and ribbon cutting. During th…Read More
Jun 15, 2020

Newsletter | June 2020

     “Pages From Our Library’s Past” Mural Progress We’re nearing completion of our 30th mural. Here are photos of the top two shelves of books. Enjoy a close-up look!       A few stories from our Library’s History… When the hurricane of 1926 blew off part of the roof of the Masonic Temple (then …Read More
May 06, 2020

Newsletter | May 2020

     The Giving Challenge was a great Success! The very generous communities of Charlotte, Sarasota, Manatee & DeSoto Counties along with The Patterson Foundation raised $18.4m for area organizations! Because of the generosity of our wonderful community and the anticipated match from The Patterson Foundation, we raised $9,800 towards our next project – the Historic Punta Gorda Army Airfield mural.     …Read More
Apr 16, 2020

Newsletter | April 2020

     “Pages From Our Library’s Past” Mural Progress Lots of progress at the mural. Here are a few photos.       What to see more? Go to our NEW Mural Society YouTube Channel & Subscribe All our videos are now in one place for you to enjoy!     Punta Gorda Mural Society YouTube Channel “PAINT…Read More
Apr 16, 2020

Giving Challenge Fundraiser – April 28-29 Noon – Noon

 The Giving Challenge is an online 24-hour giving event that connects nonprofit organizations, like the Mural Society, with passionate donors to support causes and create enduring impact in our community. Every Individual Donation of $25-$100 will be DOUBLED by The Patterson Foundation. The Challenge starts at Noon on April 28th – Noon April 29th. Click Here to donate to the Mural Society.  All funds raised will go towards our next mural project to recreate the Historic Punta Gorda Army…Read More
Mar 09, 2020

Newsletter | March 2020

     “Pages From Our Library’s Past” Mural Progress Our artist, Skip Dyrda, is busy painting our 30th mural at the Punta Gorda Charlotte Library on Shreve Street. Stop by and say Hi! He is also creating small videos along the way.  Here’s his latest – take a look: https://youtu.be/jNrtQY7mqG0     “PAINTING THE TOWN” …Read More
Feb 09, 2020

Newsletter | February 2020

 “PAINTING THE TOWN” Mural Book Celebration Presented by Copperfish Books 103 W. Marion Avenue Tuesday, February 11th 6-7pm Free Event Join us for a fun hour of Local Story Telling, Drinks & Desserts Call 941-205-2560 for Reservations     Our 25th Anniversary Celebration Reception A GREAT SUCCESS! Over 200 attended our celebration reception and silent auction on January 30th at the Visual Arts Center. …Read More
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