Art Walk Las Olas • Thursday, Jan. 19

Art Walk Las Olas returns in 2012 on Thursday, Jan. 19, with eight gallery hosts planning unique and exciting events. Jan. 19 highlights include a reception at New River Fine Art to launch the one-man show of artist Miradas de Royo at 914 E. Las Olas, and on the 600 block, Meet the Artist Tripp Harrison at an open house reception in The Hamilton Gallery, 615 E. Las Olas.

Art Walk Las Olas is an arts driven, reccurring event the third Thursday monthly from 6 to 10 p.m. on Las Olas Boulevard. Participating galleries host exhibit openings, receptions, artists and outdoor entertainment to combine for a memorable evening on the boulevard. Art Walk Las Olas is produced and supported by the Las Olas Association and sponsors: The Las Olas Company, Think Magazine, Exposed PR and The UPS Store. www.artwalklasolas.com

Vendor Day In The Park • Feb. 11

Any vendor interested in a permanent location along Riverwalk from Friday to Sunday weekly is invited to present their business for review and fit for the limited permanent spaces that will be coming available. This day is an opportunity to demonstrate your product or service for assessment for the trial program. Vendors may be food, drink entertainment or artist. Not for Profits are invited to come and celebrate the event and talk about your organization with the public. We’ll have games, food and surprises. Contact Riverwalk Trust at (954) 468-1541, ext. 203, for an application or more information. • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Esplanade Park