88 THE COASTAL BEND MAGAZINE • Fall 2018 TheCoastalBend.com Port Aransas Art Center is a home of education and fun The new home of the Port Aransas Art Center opened just last spring, and has become a bastion of activity in its new facility. With its beautiful, new, multi- section gallery, the Art Center’s collection has expanded, giving more local art- ists space to display their talent. Compared to their prior facility, the Art Center today offers more classes and workshops, in more disciplines, than ever before. Some of the region’s most accomplished artists and educators share their talent and skill at the Art Center, which is also home to many of Port A’s favorite events, like the monthly First Friday reception and the Island Holiday Market. 101 N. Alister St. • (361) 749-7334 • PortAransasArtCenter.org UNIQUE FINDS AT HOLIDAY ART MARKET Sat.–Sun. Dec. 1–2: The Port Aransas Art Center celebrates the holiday season with the Island Holiday Market. The one day mostly indoor event is filled with the best of local vendors, artists and fine craftsmen. The market includes fine art, pottery, jewelry, casual wear, wood/metal art, unique gifts, accessories, and more. Vendors are invited to apply to be included in this pre-holiday season market, which is held at the Port Aransas Civic Center on the first weekend in December. PortAransasArtCenter.org