Join us for an enchanting evening of chamber music featuring principal Naples Philharmonic musicians Judy Christy (oboe) and Paul Votapek (clarinet) together with pianist Michael Baron. This special recital will showcase the artistry of each musician in a captivating program of solos and trios, blending lyrical expression and virtuosic interplay. From soulful melodies to dynamic ensemble works, the performance promises an unforgettable musical journey. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience these acclaimed artists together in concert! Tickets are $15 for the general public and $7 for students and are available at fgcu.edu/concerts Judy Christy, oboe Paul Votapek, clarinet Michael Baron, piano

Join the FGCU volleyball team for their match against Queens at Alico Arena. Parking will be available in the Alico Arena parking lot, and you can purchase your ticket HERE! For information on FGCU volleyball, follow the team on X and Instagram (@FGCU_VB) and stay tuned here https://fgcuathletics.com/sports/womens-volleyball

Join the FGCU Women’s soccer team for their match against North Florida at Pickering Field at the FGCU Soccer Complex. Parking will be available in the Alico Arena parking lot, and you can purchase your ticket HERE!   For information on FGCU women’s soccer, follow the team on X and Instagram (@FGCU_WSoccer) and stay tuned here https://fgcuathletics.com/sports/womens-soccer.    

This concert is free and open to the public.

Works from the permanent collection will be displayed on the third floor of the Wilson G. Bradshaw Library, behind University Archives & Special Collections. This selection features a variety of works with a focus on Claire Van Vliet, born in Ottawa, Canada, in 1933. Claire Van Vliet is a MacArthur Fellow, master printmaker, graphic artist, bookmaker, papermaker, and the founder of Janus Press (1955). Known for experimenting with innovative formats and unique binding structures, Van Vliet is widely recognized for her innovations in hand papermaking and her imaginative artist’s books. This exhibition space rotates each semester to feature different aspects of FGCU Art Galleries’ Permanent Collection, which houses over 2,100 works of art in a variety of mediums and styles. Sponsored by Gene and Lee Seidler and the Wasmer Endowment. This exhibition is free and open to the public during regular library hours. Image credit: Claire Van Vliet, Castle Rock NZ - Winter, 1996, Vitreograph print, ed. 2/20, 24 x 30 in., Gift of Carol L. Shay, Collection of FGCU Art Galleries, 2022.0004.0168

Location: Arts Complex Lobby Windows Crumbs is a window installation that offers a glimpse into Girl Feast (Wasmer Art Gallery, October 17 – November 20, 2025), serving as both a preview of the exhibition and as part of the Window Strike Prevention Project. Inspired by the idea of leaving small crumbs of something larger, Chloe Lewis ('18, Art) and Isabella Baquerizo (’19, Art) honor native bird species while taking a vital step in protecting them from window collisions. Through vinyl prints applied to the glass, this installation not only prevents birds from flying into the windows but also transforms the windows into a visual extension of the exhibition’s themes—abundance, connection, and care. A testament to the power of collaboration, Crumbs reflects the beauty of shared efforts in creating a safer, more mindful environment for both the campus community and the birds that inhabit it. Crumbs is part of an ongoing exploration of creative solutions for bird-safe windows on FGCU’s campus. Sponsored by the FGCU Alumni Association, Gene and Lee Seidler, the Wasmer Endowment, WGCU Public Media, and the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, and the National Endowment for the Arts. This public art is free and open to public viewing. Image credit: Izzy Baquerizo and Chloe Lewis, Crumbs, 2025, Digital design and print installation for exterior of Arts Complex, 24 panels varying dimensions ranging from 33 x 33 in. to 21 x 33 in., Courtesy of the artists.