# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Paint with the Author/Artist
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join Jesus Loves You volunteer Joe Ciavardone—author and illustrator—for a morning of painting, fellowship, and the inspiring story behind his books.

Enjoy delicious refreshments, a step-by-step painting tutorial, and receive a complimentary copy of the book to share as a gift or with your local children’s ministry.

" Just Smile and Say Hello" is a playful, interactive story written to engage readers of all ages. There are lessons in forgiveness and good manners, and messages showing God is the true source of our joy and identity. Mature readers can consider how even our simplest actions positively impact the world and contemplate their own relationship with the Lord.

The cost is just $50 with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Jesus Loves You Ministry to the homeless.

Please join us and bring a friend!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/punta-gorda/paint-with-the-author-artist/200029989388802
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, fine-arts, nonprofit
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 19

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Punta Gorda
- **state**: FL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: New Life Church, 507 W. Marion Ave. Punta Gorda, FL
- **lat**: 26.93224
- **long**: -82.05459
- **full address**: New Life Church, 507 W. Marion Ave. Punta Gorda, FL, 507 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950-4420, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Paint with the Author/Artist being held?
  - **A:** Paint with the Author/Artist takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am at New Life Church, 507 W. Marion Ave. Punta Gorda, FL, 507 W Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950-4420, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Paint with the Author/Artist?
  - **A:** Paint with the Author/Artist is organized by Jesus Loves You Ministry, Inc..
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Paint with the Author/Artist is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Punta Gorda, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Paint with the Author/Artist sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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