MAY Events - Miller Beach Arts & Creative District:
All events take place (unless otherwise noted) at:
Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts
540 S. Lake Street, Gary, IN 46403
Find out more at: millerbeacharts.org | 219-885-9114
Area Artists Association (A3) 45th Anniversary Exhibition
Opening Reception
Friday, May 2, 6 – 8 pm
May 2 - June 6, 2026
The A3 group exhibition features over 30 artists' works in a variety of media, offering a cornucopia of artistic delights!
Area Artists Association is a regional association of 46 professional artists founded in 1980. This dynamic association provides a community for professional artists committed to making and exhibiting their work and who support each other through the valuable exchange of ideas to celebrate individual artistic practices.
The Fly Fishing Film Tour
Saturday, May 3, 1 PM and 6 PM
Two Screenings !
The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is the original and largest fly fishing film event of its kind. Now in its 19th year, F3T has become a beloved annual tradition for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts nationwide. The event offers a chance for the fly-fishing community to come together, share stories, and experience the best of the sport’s cinematic world. Along with the films, attendees can look forward to exclusive giveaways, special guests, and plenty of camaraderie. Whether you're a seasoned angler or someone new to the sport, F3T offers something for everyone.
https://millerbeacharts.org/events/fly-fishing-film-tour/
Build a Bike Screening
TAKE BIKE THE STREETS Premiere!
Saturday, May 10, 4 - 6 pm
$5 at the door or pay what you can.
After making its worldwide premiere at the 2024 Madonie Film Festival in Italy, where it received the Best Documentary Short Award, this little film with a big heart is coming home. Take Bike the Streets follows a group of grassroots activists as they advocate for active transportation for all and implement tangible changes. It features interviews from local Gary active transit advocates and highlights the post-production skills of area youth.
Farmers Market Site Cleanup!
Saturday, May 17, 9 – 11am
Help the Miller Garden Club volunteers clean up the Farmer Market site for the new season. We’ll be de-littering, weeding, pruning, sweeping, etc. Bring gloves and your favorite tools. Help us make our site a delight!
Film Night!
Sunday, May 18, 7 pm
$10 at the door includes soda & popcorn.
Celebrate the life of singer Roberta Flack, who died in February 2025. One of our greatest soul singers, "Killing Me Softly' and "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" will remain in our minds forever. Join us for a movie about her life.