The weather’s heating up and so is this month’s 2FAN.
For the uninitiated, 2FAN, or 2nd Friday Art Night, is a monthly event that takes place in downtown Little Rock where various art galleries and shops stay open late and host special events.
Here’s a peek at all the fun happenings during this month’s stacked lineup:
Gallery & Art Studios 221: Meet with artists and browse new works from 5-8 p.m. (Free parking is available after 5 p.m. for 2FAN patrons in the reserved lot on Third and Center.)
Old State House Museum: Taste the annual Cheese Dip Social with an array of cheese dips, quesos and salsas from local restaurants. Plus, Charlotte Taylor will be playing her soulful blues throughout the evening.
The Galleries at Library Square: The “Mid-Southern Watercolorists 50th Annual Juried Exhibition” will feature 39 paintings selected by juror Lynn Ferris of West Virginia and announced at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The public is invited to attend a reception from 6-8 p.m.
Nexus Coffee & Creative: Check out an artist exhibit from May We Fly, as well as pop-ups from Petals & Clay and Skin Balm Apothecary.
Bella Vita Jewelry: Amy Garland of Stone County Strap Co. will be set up at Bella Vita with her unique handmade guitar straps, as well as other leather goods.
UA Little Rock Downtown: Paintings made by UA Little Rock faculty and students, as well as 3D/metals works by visiting Professor Ben Dory, will be on display from 5-8 p.m.
Sergio Valdivia Art: Painter Sergio Valdivia will open up his studio for 2FAN from 5-8 p.m. You can find his spot at 108 W. 6th St. in between Bella Vita Jewelry and Handle Barbershop.
The Bookstore at Library Square: See works by artist Evan Hallmark and writer Guy Choate, which will also appear in their new book entitled “Gas! Gas! Gas!”
At the Corner: At the Corner will celebrate its fifth birthday in style with a Birthday Night Brunch Bash and Bubbles from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Plus, co-owner and artist Helen King will have her works on display during the evening.
The New Gallery: Paintings by New Orleans artist Aaron Collier will be on display from 6-9 p.m. The artist specializes in abstract paintings created with flashe paint, a medium typically used for painting cars.
Historic Arkansas Museum: Catch the opening reception for artists Tammy Harrington and Melissa Gill titled “Language of Pattern and Belonging.” The evening will also include live music from Jacob Flores Music, light appetizers and local beer and unique art pieces from Cré Maith.
UPDATE: March 2FAN has been canceled. We’ll keep you posted for next month.