S1 EP27: We get brain-stormy with Alliance for the Arts CEO Molly Deckart

Molly Rowan-Deckart has spent the last 15 years working in the nonprofit arts sector. Molly’s focus has been to advocate for and elevate artists and the arts by giving voice to the importance of the arts and culture sector,Molly joined the Alliance for the Arts from Boise, Idaho where she was named one of Idaho Business Review’s Women of the Year in 2020 for her work in the arts.  In Boise, Molly founded and served as the executive director for both the Boise Film Foundation and the Idaho Horror Film Festival, one of the largest film festivals in the state of Idaho. Having grown both organizations from the ground up, Molly serves as the CEO at Alliance for the Arts.   This week check out the following: November 9-25 Clown Bar: Theatre Conspiracy presents "Clown Bar" at the Alliance for the Arts, starting at 7:30 p.m. on November 9-10, 16-18, and 23-25, with a 2 p.m. matinee. "Whimsy & Wonder": Enjoy the art of Doug MacGregor, featuring his creative world through his pen, pencil, and colorful brush. MacGregor is an artist, cartoonist, and storyteller. Learn more at www.artinlee.org or call 239-939-2787. Through November 12 Misery: The Laboratory Theater of Florida presents "Misery" on select dates through November 12. Showtimes vary, with tickets priced at $35 for adults and $10 for students. The venue is located at 1634 Woodford Ave, Fort Myers. For more information, contact 239-218-0481 or visit www.laboratorytheaterflorida.com. This Friday Night IMAG Big Annual Gala: Support a good cause at the IMAG Big Annual Gala, which starts at 7:30 p.m. Visit theimage.org for more details. Sunday, November 12 Pet Fest: Join the Golden Retriever Rescue of Southwest Florida for GoldenFest XIII from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Shell Factory & Nature Park. Nov. 16 String Quartet: The Ehnes String Quartet, accompanied by pianist Andrew Armstrong, will perform at 7:30 p.m. on November 16 at the Sidney & Berne Davis Art Center. Advance tickets are $45, and at-the-door tickets are $5, with a $10 student rate. The center is located at 2301 First St., Fort Myers. For more information, call 239-333-1933 or visit www.sbdac.com. December 1 Arts on Tap: The Alliance for the Arts presents "Arts on Tap," featuring craft beer and music, with a special performance by Florida Native, JJ Grey & Mofro. JJ Grey's music blends raw rural blues with tough, swampy Southern rock, creating a sound that is both natural and edgy. JJ Grey's songs draw from his heritage and his unique perspective on the world. Don't miss this must-attend event. Thanks to our sponsors the Fort Myers Film Festival, be sure to submit your film today and save the dates for May 22-26, 2024. To Hilfiker Missions, saving lives by increasing organ procurement and earlier detection of chronic diseases. Go to hilfikermissions.net,   To Riverside Reality Group It doesn’t cost more, you just get more with free home staging head to Riversidefl.com. For your business accounting needs, call Clarity Certified Public Accountants  head to clarity.cpa, with special thanks to Florida Weekly— in the know and in the now,  and the Marcus Jansen Foundation of SWFL.