Thursday, Nov. 19

¦ Island Rhythms - “Coconut Radio” performs from 5-7 p.m. Center Stage at Fishermen’s Village. Free.

¦ Paint-A-Long - A Meeting and Paint-A-Long are set for 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Visual Arts Center, 210 Maud St., Punta Gorda. The Charlotte Porcelain Artists Association presents Carole Boulanger leading the paint-a-long. Bring paints, a piece of plain china and a bag lunch. 380-2454.

¦ Writing Critique - A Critique Circle is set for 10 a.m.-noon at Edison State College, 26300 Airport Rd., Punta Gorda. Free. Shirley George facilitates a free Critique Circle for Peace River Center for Writers members. 637-3514 or e-mail prcw@edison.edu.

Fashion Show - “A Passion for Fashion” Luncheon and Fashion Show starts with an 11 a.m. preview and lunch/ show at noon at the Englewood Art Center, 350 S. McCall Rd., Englewood. Fashions by Boutique on Wheels. Lunch by Mango. $30. 474-5548.

¦ Artists Reception - A reception for Susan Taylor and Melody Wright is set for 5-7 p.m. at the Keller Law Office, 126 E. Olympia Ave., Suite 200, Punta Gorda. Free. 505-2555 or 764-8100.

¦ Gallery Walk - The “Thanks for Giving Gallery Walk” takes place from 5-8 p.m. in downtown Punta Gorda. Free. Live entertainment, food and drink samplings, art demonstrations and exhibits. Bring non-perishable items of food to donate. Enjoy the Wreathes Around Main Street on exhibit in the shops, galleries and restaurants. 505-1915 or www. thinkthursday.com.

¦ Book Talk - A Book Discussion starts at 5:30 p.m. at the Punta Gorda Library, 424 W. Henry St., Punta Gorda. Free. Come prepared to discuss “Nine Coaches Waiting” by Mary Stewart. 833-5460.