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Tim Forman’s “Everglades Beauty,” original oil on canvas, 30” x 40”
“The Art of Tim Forman: Florida Everglades”
July 3 – September 26. Forman’s colorful and impressionist works will be on display at the New River Inn (231 Southwest Second Avenue). The opening on July 3 will be online only. Please use this link to RSVP. See more images on the Events page.