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Beatties Ford Road Library A New Historic West End Vision. See the plans in store for the revitalization of the Historic West End. This new vision, conceptualized by residents and business leaders, will be illustrated with graphics and maps. Oct. 10-31. 2412 Beatties Ford Rd. 704-432-6706.

Blue Pony Gallery & Press La Femme. New monotypes celebrating the female figure, by Linda Lacroix. Tue.-Sat. Continues through Oct. 26. 3202A N. Davidson St. 704-334-9390.

Center of the Earth Gallery New Work by Chris Stephens. Stephens uses vibrant colors to portray the landscapes of the Shenandoah Valley. Also featuring a small selection of new work by Louis St. Lewis. Oct. 10-26. 3204 N Davidson St. 704-375-5756.

Charlotte Art League Fall Into Art. Annual Members Only Juried Competition, sponsored this year by The Crosland Group, Inc., and Binder's Art Supply. Artist's reception and awards presentation from 6-9pm on Oct. 4 during the First Friday Gallery Crawl. Oct. 10-Nov. 4. 1517 Camden Rd. 704-376-2787.

Charlotte Public Library Celebrating 75 years of Theatre Charlotte. The exhibit features programs, cast photos and other memorabilia from three-quarters of a century of theatrical productions. Carolina Room, third floor. Oct. 10-Jan. 5. Block Party: Original Art from "What Do Animals Do On The Weekend?". An exhibit of original artwork from NFP's first children's book by writer and illustrator, Lauren Faulkenberry. Carnegie Gallery, third floor. Oct. 10-Jan. 5. 310 N. Tryon St. 704-336-2020.

Christa Faut Gallery Solo Exhibition. "Romare Bearden," Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-3pm. Fri., Sat., 10 a.m. Continues through Nov. 18. Prints by Romare Bearden. Solo exhibition "Prints." Opening reception, Oct. 11 from 6-8pm. Mon.-Sat. Continues through Nov. 18. 19818 N. Cove Rd., Cornelius. 704-892-5312.

Elder Art Gallery Art That Inspired Robert Frost. The works of Leon Makielski - American Impressionist. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Oct. 26. 1427 S. Blvd. 704-370-6337.

Foust Studio Fall Installation. New work by Charlotte Foust. Wednesday through Friday or by appointment. Mon.-Sun., 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Continues through Nov. 1. 5200 Park Rd., Suite 115. 704-525-7989.

Gallery W.D.O. October Exhibit. Hoss Haley- Steel and Concrete Sculpture. Byron Temple- A Tribute to Fifty Years, Clay. After a series of debilitating strokes, Byron Temple passed away on April 14th at the age of 68. The October show is a tribute to and celebration of Byron's life and work. Oct. 10-31. Hearst Plaza Suite No. 1, 214 North Tryon St. 704-333-9123.

Gaston County Public Library Art for Animals. Original artworks by regional artists depicting exotic and domestic animals, presented on behalf of the Gaston County Humane Society and coordinated by Gloria Lowery. Call for information about other current or upcoming library exhibits. Oct. 10-31. 1555 East Garrison Blvd, Gastonia. 704-868-2167.

Hidell Brooks Gallery Tony Hernandez- Cold Country. Hidell Brooks Gallery is pleased to announce their fourth solo exhibition for Tony Hernandez. Oct. 10-26. 1910 S. Blvd. Suite 130. 704-334-7302.

Hodges Taylor Gallery Portraits. An exhibition of photographs by Carolyn Demeritt. Oct. 10-Nov. 30. Virginia Scotchie and Randy Shull. Scotchie and Shull share a love of form, color, and texture in their work, each having found a very personal and unique approach to their materials. Oct. 10-26. 401 N. Tryon St. 704-334-3799.

Jerald Melberg Gallery Romare Bearden Revisited. The exhibition will feature unique collages, watercolors and prints available for acquisition. Mon.-Sat. Continues through Nov. 2. 3900 Colony Rd. 704-365-3000.

Joie Lassiter Gallery "Passages" by Norman Mooney. Showing a group of works created over a 5 year span by a contemporary Irish artist. Tue.-Sat. Continues through Oct. 16. 318 E 9th. 704-373-1464.

McColl Center for Visual Art Fall 2002 Artists. Exhibition of work by the Fall 2002 Artists-In-Residence and Affiliate Artists. Dickinson Gallery. Tue.-Sat. Continues through Nov. 16. Free for members. $5 for non-members and $3 for students. 721 N. Tryon St. 704-332-5535.

McColl Center for Visual Art Clayworks Gallery Multiple Artists. Features handmade original and functional pottery by McColl Center faculty, affiliate artists and Clayworks members. Mon.-Sun. 301 E. 9th St. 704-332-5535.

McColl Center for Visual Art's Spirit Square Gallery Expressions in Clay. Five Clay Affiliate Artists from McColl Center for Visual Art: Don Cheek, Belinda Goodwin, Corine Guseman, Jennifer Kincaid, and Terry Shipley. Mon.-Fri. 11am-6pm; Sat. 11am-5pm; Sun. 1-4pm. Mon.-Sun. Continues through Oct. 28. 345 N. College St. 704-332-5535.

Merrill-Jennings Galleries Potpourri. A group show featuring oil still-life paintings by Loren DiBenedetto, oil florals by Charles Jay, and watercolors by Jane Braxton. Mon.-Sat. Continues through Oct. 18. 463 S. Main St., Davidson. 704-895-1213.

Myersart Gallery Works by Local Artists. Featuring functional and decorative works in clay by local artists including Mary Mason, Carolyn Carroll, John and Jan Myers, Sandra Delonis, Joyce Branch, Phyllis Graham, Patsy McAlpine, Sylvia and Sarah Coppola, Cindi Powell, Donald L. Foster, Kim Frazier, Shelly Johnston, Carolyn Burke, Corine Guseman, Alex and Mary Miller, Robert Hasselle, Jennifer Kincaid, Fran Brown, Vanessa Grubbs, Karen Kammer, Vicki Gill, Linda Dalton, Tom Risser, Lambeth Marshall, Gena Van Dyke, Marilynn Fairchild, Tim Peeples, Amy Sanders, Amy Hunt, and Keith and Kari Nelson. Mon.-Sat., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.,11 a.m.-5 p.m. & 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Works by Andy Smith. Exhibiting works by ceramic artist, Andy Smith. Smith has developed a style of raku pottery which incorporates traditional Oriental forms and tight geometrical design. Oct. 10-31. 1510 Camden Road. 704-790-2529.