The following is a news release from the City of Lubbock:

The Lubbock Municipal Garden and Arts Center (GAC) will host a reception and awards ceremony Friday, November 3, 2017 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for the 28th Annual National Arts Program in Lubbock. Awards will be presented by Councilman Steve Massengale beginning at 6:00 p.m. The annual exhibit features art work by City of Lubbock employees, family members, volunteers and City of Lubbock retirees.

The National Arts Program is designed to give all artists, at all skills levels, an opportunity to exhibit their work in a professional manner and to compete for cash prizes. Sponsored by the National Arts Program Foundation and in cooperation with the City of Lubbock, the exhibit features five classifications: Amateur, Intermediate, Professional, Teen, and Youth.

The Lubbock Municipal Garden and Arts Center strives to offer an array of fun and comprehensive classes and events for all ages. The center is located at 4215 University Avenue. For more information on classes or reservations please call the Lubbock Municipal Garden and Arts Center at (806) 767-3724, email pgriffith@mylubbock.us or visit our web site at www.lubbockgac.org.

(News release from the City of Lubbock)