My first ribbon cutting ceremony participation ever!
I had the chance to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony at Lower Keys Medical Center this week as part of their recent renovation project.
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| Hospital and local leaders cut the ribbon to view the new look of the patient rooms. |
The project, done in collaboration with the Florida Keys Council of the Arts, features work by local artists throughout the hospital, including two of my paintings.
I was able to meet members of the hospital leadership team, including the CEO, as well as local officials involved in the project.
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| The Key West mayor, the executive director of the Arts Council and Maggie Ruley |
It was a great opportunity to see the finished spaces and how the artwork is being used in both the lobby and patient rooms.
And, as it turned out, I ended up getting quite a bit of one-on-one time—something I didn’t expect, but definitely appreciated.
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| Sunset Sail in the lobby of the Lower Keys Medical Center |
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| Educational board showcases the participants. |



