April showers bring…yes, May flowers, but before that, the showers are bringing arts that have already blossomed at Jacksonville State University, Talladega and at the Berman Museum. The arts this month help celebrate Easter at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Jacksonville; The Foothills Piano Festival presents a recital with four hands on a piano; April in Talladega is back and a Chinese silken threads exhibit in a Berman gallery showcases abundant detail in its finely-woven pieces. April brings a great deal to see, hear and explore.
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