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 Curtain Call’s Theatre Arts Workshops: Back to School Means Back in Action!

For over 30 years, Stamford’s longest-running and only nonprofit, theatre-producing company has offered opportunities for kids grades K+, teens, and adults to ACT OUT with classes  after school, evenings and weekends throughout the school year, AND full-day summer workshops! Our Fall 2024 Session of exciting lineup of classes for kids (grades K+), teens, and adults in acting, improv, musical theatre, dance, AND MORE begin September 16, 2024 and run for eight weeks. (See our website for details.) Scholarships, payment plans and sibling discounts. For questions, contact our Education Director, Brian Bianco at brian@curtaincallinc.com.

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11/7/2024
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Curtain Call's Fall Drama Arts Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults

Curtain Call’s Theatre Arts Workshops: Back to School Means Back in Action! For over 30 years, Stamford’s longest-running and only nonprofit, theatre-producing company has offered opportunities for...
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Curtain Call (Kweskin Theatre / Dressing Room Theatre) in Stamford
Curtain Call (Kweskin Theatre / Dressing Room Theatre)
Online Event
Stamford
Thu
Nov
7
Thu
Nov
7

 Sheffer Gallery

September 7 through December 10

Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information.

(Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by a keynote presentation by cartoonist and comics historian Brian Walker starting at 7 pm.)

The State of Cartooning will display works by active members of the Connecticut Chapter of the National Cartoonists Society, including Greg, Brian, and Neal Walker, who carry the legacy of their father, Mort Walker, the creator of Beetle Bailey. Other featured artists include Ray Billingsley, Bob Englehart, Bill Janocha, Sean Kelly, Maria Scrivan, and more.

Founded in 1946, National Cartoonists Society (NCS) activities and events primarily took place in New York City until 1983, when the first Reuben Award Ceremony was held in Los Angeles. At that time, the NCS also began organizing a system of regional chapters for members to participate in. There are currently 23 chapters in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Brian Walker started the NCS Connecticut chapter in 1993, involving many remaining Golden Age cartoonists. Meetings were held at local restaurants, including the Silvermine Tavern, Cobbs Mill Inn, The Redding Roadhouse, and Red Barn. From 1994 to 2017, a special Legend Award was presented to 22 Connecticut Cartoonists at their annual fall dinner. Although membership has decreased as the older generation has passed on, the Connecticut chapter is still active. The State of Cartooning displays works by some of the current members of the NCS.

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The State of Cartooning

Sheffer Gallery September 7 through December 10 Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information. (Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by...
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The Westport Library in Westport
The Westport Library
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Westport
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Nov
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Nov
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 Sheffer Gallery

September 7 through December 10

Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information.

(Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by a keynote presentation by cartoonist and comics historian Brian Walker starting at 7 pm.)

Curated by Walker with help from the Library’s Exhibit Curator Carole Erger-Fass, Cartoon County: The Golden Age of Cartooning in Connecticut derives from Westport Schools Permanent Art Collection and aims to explore an important piece of local history. It will feature 40+ original cartoons by some of the area’s greats, including Dik Browne, Mel Casson, Stan Drake, John Cullen Murphy, Leonard Starr, Jack Tippit, Mort Walker, and more.

Proximity to major syndicates and publishers in New York City drew cartoonists to Fairfield County. Many worked at home in their studios, frequenting Max’s Art Supplies on the Post Road and seeking companionship with their professional peers at local spots: over a game of golf at Longshore, or at local restaurants like Mario’s Place, across from Westport’s train station.

Cullen Murphy, author and son of the cartoonist behind Prince Valiant and Big Ben Bolt, refers to the history of cartooning in Connecticut with fondness.

“For a period of about 50 years, right in the middle of the American Century, many of the nation’s top comic strip cartoonists, gag cartoonists, and magazine illustrators lived within a stone’s throw of one another in the southwestern corner of Connecticut,” he wrote in Cartoon County, “a bit of bohemia amid those men in their gray flannel suits.”

The Westport Schools Permanent Art Collection (Westpac) was conceived by local art teacher Bert Chernow, who began acquiring a diverse collection of artworks in 1964. Featuring many notable local artists, Westpac comprises more than 1,800 works in a broad range of media including paintings, watercolors, drawings, prints, illustrations, cartoons, photographs, sculptures, and murals.

Westport cartoonist Mel Casson was instrumental in building Westpac’s Cartoon Collection, which includes more than 120 original comic strips, gag cartoons, editorial cartoons, and illustrations. Over the years, the Westpac collection has been displayed in schools and public buildings around town to educate and entertain residents.

This exhibit features many highlights from the collection, representing the major cartoon genres. The graphics on the walls are from Mort Walker’s 1980 book, The Lexicon of Comicana, which will be reissued by New York Review Books in 2025. 

Special thanks to Westpac co-chairs Ive Covaci and Anne Boberski, and to the Drew Friedman Community Arts Center for their continued support.

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11/7/2024
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Cartoon County: The Golden Age of Cartooning in Connecticut

Sheffer Gallery September 7 through December 10 Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information. (Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by...
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The Westport Library in Westport
The Westport Library
Online Event
Westport
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Nov
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Thu
Nov
7

 Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library!

“My Story Revealed" invites you on a visual journey through the heart of personal and cultural narratives. This exhibit honors the art of storytelling by showcasing the compelling and diverse experiences of some of the 8-18 year old students taking part in our international Global Voices - ArtLink exchanges over three decades.

Whether their pieces are beautifully rendered or simply drawn, delightful or thought provoking, the creation of these pieces has been a journey of self-discovery. Through their work, the young artists have expressed their identities, shared their stories, and conveyed the aspects of their lives and society they treasure - or are concerned about.

This collection brings together diverse artistic youth voices from 28 ArtLink partner countries, transcending political systems and geographical boundaries. We believe that art is a universal language, uniting us through the shared experiences and dreams of its young creators, promoting a common humanity that will lead to a more peaceful future.

As you explore the exhibit, we invite you, the viewer, to reflect on your own story, your own journey, cultivating a deeper sense of empathy and appreciation for the multi-faceted tapestry of human experiences we are all part of. We hope to see you there!

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Creative Connections is a nonprofit in Norwalk, CT, dedicated to promoting global understanding and empathy through art-based exchanges between youth worldwide. We connect students in the U.S. with peers in other countries, encouraging cultural sharing and cross-cultural learning. We focus on fostering global citizenship and creative communication through programs like Global Voices - ArtLink, which highlights diverse perspectives and cultural storytelling.

Details:

The opening reception will be on 9/30 from 5:30-7:30pm

The exhibit will remain up until Spring 2025.

Where:New Canaan Library, New Canaan, CT

Please contact scanessa@creativeconnections.org with any questions.

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11/7/2024
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Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library.

Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library! “My Story Revealed" invites you on a visual journey through the heart of personal and cultural narratives....
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Nov 7
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New Canaan Library in New Canaan
New Canaan Library
Online Event
New Canaan
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Nov
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Thu
Nov
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The Gallery at GFC is proud to announce the opening of Jason Pritchard's latest show Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water's Path. The paintings in this exhibition feature the magical interplay between light and water along the coastline and within the communities that hug the shore. Jason captures water dancing, shimmering, or frozen as ice beneath cloud-filled New England skies. These gorgeously rendered works in oil are balm for the soul.

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Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water’s Path

The Gallery at GFC is proud to announce the opening of Jason Pritchard's latest show Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water's Path. The paintings in this exhibition feature the magical...
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The Gallery at GFC in Westport
The Gallery at GFC
Online Event
Westport
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Nov
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Thu
Nov
7

 An Exhibition Like No Other!

This groundbreaking exhibition highlights ongoing, cutting-edge dinosaur research by American Museum of Natural History paleontologists and other leading scientists from around the world.

It explores how paleontologists today are using an incredible array of new technologies — from bioengineering computer software to CT scans — along with new discoveries and new ideas to investigate and reinterpret many of the most persistent and puzzling mysteries of dinosaurs, such as what they really looked like and how they actually moved and behaved, as well as the complex and hotly debated theories of why — or even whether — they became extinct.

Exhibition organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York, in collaboration with the Houston Museum of Natural Science; the California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco; The Field Museum, Chicago; and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh.

Made possible with generous support from GoHealth Urgent Care.

This exhibition is free for SM&NC Members, and included in the price of daily admission for visitors.

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11/7/2024
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History

Exhibition on View: Dinosaur Discoveries: Ancient Fossils, New Ideas

An Exhibition Like No Other! This groundbreaking exhibition highlights ongoing, cutting-edge dinosaur research by American Museum of Natural History paleontologists and other leading...
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Stamford Museum & Nature Center in Stamford
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
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Stamford
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Nov
7
Thu
Nov
7

This November, Geary Gallery proudly presents our beautiful New England shoreline with "Treasured Shorelines," featuring the magnificent seascapes of Fairfield, CT artist, Jason Pritchard. His exhibit runs November 1-27. All are welcome and admission is free. The Geary Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is located at 576 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820. For more details, call (203) 655-6633 or visit our website: www.gearygallery.com.

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11/7/2024
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Jason Pritchard: Treasured Shorelines Art Exhibit at the Geary Gallery in Darien, CT

This November, Geary Gallery proudly presents our beautiful New England shoreline with "Treasured Shorelines," featuring the magnificent seascapes of Fairfield, CT artist, Jason...
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Geary Gallery / Accent Picture Framing / Accent Restoration in Darien
Geary Gallery / Accent Picture Framing / Accent Restoration
Online Event
Darien
Thu
Nov
7
Thu
Nov
7

Eight area artists will be showcased in Wilton Library’s October art exhibition, “Resilience, Reflection, and Revelations.” The exhibition features the diverse works of women artists: Pam Ackley (Killingworth), Afsaneh Djabbari-Aslani (New Canaan), Alma Faham (Danbury), Cynthia Fazekas (Shelton), Mari Gyorgyey (Stamford), Katya Lebrija (Wilton), Pam Rouleau (Old Greenwich), and Nomi Silverman (Greenwich). They will exhibit their works in an array of styles, media choices, and subject matter, all portraying vibrant and varied types of resilience found in life and nature. 

The opening reception on Friday, October 4 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. is free and open to the public. Exhibition runs through November 7. A majority of the works will be available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the library. 

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11/7/2024
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"Resilience, Reflection, and Revelations" Art Exhibition at Wilton Library

Eight area artists will be showcased in Wilton Library’s October art exhibition, “Resilience, Reflection, and Revelations.” The exhibition features the diverse works of women artists: Pam...
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Wilton Library in Wilton
Wilton Library
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Wilton
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Nov
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7

A very moving art exhibition featuring three extraordinary Connecticut Artists expressing the essence and effect of shadow, light, the subliminal mind and the human spirit.

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11/7/2024
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THE DARK OF LIGHT

A very moving art exhibition featuring three extraordinary Connecticut Artists expressing the essence and effect of shadow, light, the subliminal mind and the human spirit.
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Nov 7
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Bruce S. Kershner Gallery in Fairfield
Bruce S. Kershner Gallery
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Fairfield
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Nov
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Nov
7

Elisa Contemporary Art is pleased to present a Solo exhibit of the Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett. It is now open at the One River School in Westport. The exhibit will run from through November 27 at 833 Post Road East, Westport CT. Gallery hours are: Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm and Saturday/Sunday 10am - 2pm.

Join us for a Reception on Saturday, November 23 from 2-4pm

From color-infused paintings to video self-portraits, Paula Brett’s body of work incorporates various combinations of media dealing with ideas such as created identity, coincidence, ritual, and transitory spaces.

The limited edition photographs are Mandalas made from pieces of Candy, Jewels, Toys, Cars and other favorites. According to Paula, “The mandala symbolizes the law of the universe and since man is also a microcosm of the universe, many cultures believe that the mandala also symbolizes the human soul. Mandalas serve as collection point for universal forces…My intention with these mandalas is to arrange everyday sweets and favorite objects into a pattern which becomes sacred, where delicious turns divine, the enticing now exquisite.”

Brett has exhibited work in New York, CT, Chicago, San Francisco, Budapest and Romania.

About One River School:

Founded in 2012 in Englewood, NJ, “one river” west of New York City, One River School has embarked on a mission to "transform art education"® in America. Today, their innovative program teaches thousands of students in fifteen locations across six states. We are thrilled to be working with One River Westport.

About Elisa Contemporary Art

Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by

Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich

and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield

CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New

York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State.

For additional information, visit us at www.ElisaContemporaryArt.com or Instagram: @ElisaContemporary Art

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11/7/2024
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Solo Exhibit of Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett

Elisa Contemporary Art is pleased to present a Solo exhibit of the Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett. It is now open at the One River School in Westport. The exhibit will run from...
Thursday
Nov 7
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One River Westport in Westport
One River Westport
Online Event
Westport
Thu
Nov
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Thu
Nov
7

The Carriage Barn Arts Center presents  Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy  Photography Exhibition of the Pulitzer prize-winning photographer from New Canaan October 12 - November 13, 2024

This new exhibition highlights the late Pulitzer-prize winning photographer’s 40-year career, as well as his connection to New Canaan, CT.  Curated with members of the photographer’s family, this first-ever retrospective features 80 photographs and additional archival materials that offer insight into Keating’s career and life as a photographer. The exhibition spans decades of his work and features editioned estate prints as well as rare and unique vintage silver gelatins printed by Keating that are available for sale.  

Born in 1956 and raised in New Canaan, CT, Edward Keating moved to New York City in 1981 to become a photographer. He taught himself how to photograph by chronicling the street life of everyday New Yorkers. 

Hired as a Staff Photographer at The New York Times in 1991, he covered national and international news. He was also a regular contributor to the Sunday New York Times Magazine. In addition, he co-founded the "Vows" wedding column. In 2002, Keating won the Pulitzer Prize for his coverage on the attacks of 9/11. He additionally shared the 2000 Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting with New York Times staff for the series, "How Race is Lived in America.” After leaving the Times in 2002, he became a regular contributor to New York Magazine, Rolling Stone Magazine, Vanity Fair and Time. 

From Kosovo to Crown Heights, Keating often put himself in the center of highly charged conflicts - ignoring the dangers -- to best capture the emotion, devastation and humanity with his camera.  Keating’s camera stayed around his neck until the very end. At just 65 years of age, he passed away in September 2021, as a result of many months of long exposure to toxic material while covering 9/11 at Ground Zero.

The Carriage Barn Arts Center is located in New Canaan's Waveny Park, hours are Wednesday-Saturday 10am-3pm and Sunday 1-5pm. Visit carriagebarn.org for more information.

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11/7/2024
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Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy, Photography Exhibition at the Carriage Barn Arts Center

The Carriage Barn Arts Center presents Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy  Photography Exhibition of the Pulitzer prize-winning photographer from New Canaan October 12 - November 13,...
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Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan
Carriage Barn Arts Center
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New Canaan
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This exhibition presents a group of woodcuts, engravings, and etchings from the late 15th through late 18th centuries drawn from the Wetmore Collection at Connecticut College. The collection was assembled in the early 20th century by Fanny S. Wetmore, and bequeathed to the College in 1930. From familiar favorites like Dürer’s Adam and Eve and Rembrandt’s Three Trees to hidden gems like the gold-sprinkled surface of Maria Katharina Prestel’s Virtue Overcoming Vice, the show explores more than three centuries of artistic innovation on paper.

Although little is known of Wetmore herself, her collecting activities place her within a tradition dating back to the rise of printmaking in early modern Europe. The surging production of prints by the beginning of the 16th century represented a sea change for both artists and consumers. For artists, prints provided additional revenue, increased their personal fame, and offered greater latitude for experimentation outside the traditional patronage structure. For consumers, prints represented access to visual art on an unprecedented scale; even those who would never have been able to commission an independent work from a great artist could now readily obtain an engraving or an etching. Prints were easily transported, could be pasted up on walls or into albums, and even large collections of them took up relatively little room. And, with the rise of reproductive printmaking, even geographically distant or physically inaccessible artworks could be added to the collector’s “paper museum.”

This exhibition is the second in the Museum’s history to have been co-curated with Fairfield University students, and has been supported by generous funding from the Samuel H. Kress Foundation.

Image: Albrecht Dürer, Adam and Eve, 1504, engraving

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11/7/2024
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Ink and Time: European Prints from the Wetmore Collection

This exhibition presents a group of woodcuts, engravings, and etchings from the late 15th through late 18th centuries drawn from the Wetmore Collection at Connecticut College. The collection was...
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Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries in Fairfield
Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries
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Fairfield
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Nov
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Sacred Space, organized by guest curator Juanita Sunday, draws on the rich history of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives, founded in Philadelphia in 1972 by artist Allan Edmunds. As of 2023, FUAM is home to a Brandywine “satellite collection,” joining other institutions including Harvard Art Museums, RISD Museum, and the University of Delaware Museums. This exhibition features works from FUAM’s own collection as well as loans from Brandywine itself.

Sacred Space encourages a deep exploration of spiritual connection, inviting viewers to reflect on the ancestral wisdom and memory passed down through generations. The exhibition serves as a portal into the interconnected realms of spirituality, time, space, memory, and culture. The artists pay homage to their forebears, drawing upon cultural traditions, rituals, and sacred practices to honor and preserve, as well as question, the invaluable heritage that shapes our identities.

“My belief is that art is best as the articulation of spiritual ideas or transformative intention. It can be an agent of spiritual inspiration or personal and social transformation.” - Michael D. Harris

Image: Martin Payton, Portal, 1990, offset lithograph. Partial gift of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives and Museum Purchase with funds from the Black Art Fund, 2024 (2024.0601) © Martin Payton

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11/7/2024
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Sacred Space: A Brandywine Workshop and Archives Print Exhibition

Sacred Space, organized by guest curator Juanita Sunday, draws on the rich history of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives, founded in Philadelphia in 1972 by artist Allan Edmunds. As of 2023,...
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Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries in Fairfield
Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries
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Fairfield
Thu
Nov
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Nov
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 On View October 16, 2024 – March 9, 2025

In preparation for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, the Greenwich Historical Society presents a timely and dynamic exhibition that takes a fresh look at the impact of the Revolutionary War on our community.

The Revolution may have started in Massachusetts, but it soon spread to Connecticut, particularly Fairfield County and Greenwich, the gateway to Patriotic New England. With their safety and livelihood at risk, residents had to choose whether to support American Independence, to remain loyal to King George III or claim neutrality. This is the story of the people of Greenwich and their neighbors in Fairfield County, living, working, fighting, fleeing or dying on the front line of the Revolutionary War.

Original materials from the Revolution belonging to the Greenwich Historical Society, as well as other museums and archives, will be used to illustrate the impact of the War on our community.

The exhibition will be accompanied by a series of related programs and events

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11/7/2024
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Greenwich During the Revolutionary War: A Frontier Town on the Front Line

On View October 16, 2024 – March 9, 2025 In preparation for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, the Greenwich Historical Society presents a timely and dynamic...
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Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich
Greenwich Historical Society
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Greenwich
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Please join us for the opening reception of the Weston Library Photography Club photography exhibition opening reception.

Sunday, October 6th 1-3pm

Weston Public Library

56 Norfield Road, Weston, CT

If you cannot make the opening, please visit the exhibit during the Library open hours. Call to ensure the Community Room is open for visitors: 203-222-2665

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Opening Reception- Photography Exhibition "A Closer Look"

Please join us for the opening reception of the Weston Library Photography Club photography exhibition opening reception. Sunday, October 6th 1-3pm Weston Public Library 56 Norfield Road, Weston,...
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Weston Public Library in Weston
Weston Public Library
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Weston
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Enjoy history and autumn splendor at the Weston History & Culture Center! Open Sundays and Thursdays from 1pm - 4pm, starting Thursday, October 24th - Sunday, November 24th, 2024. Closed on 10/31, 11/3, & 11/28. Explore "Weston...What Lies Beneath" - The yard of one of Weston’s oldest homes, the Peter Thorp House, reveals its past lives. Through objects, rare photographs, videos, and hands-on activities, discover what lies beneath and who lived above. Kids can dig for artifacts in the exhibit's fun Kids Corner. Follow the Peter Thorp House on Instagram: @peterthorphouse

Take a guided tour of the award-winning Coley House! On your tour, learn how the Coley family would have lived, worked, and played during the 1940s. Kids can play with toys and games from the 1940s, build with Lincoln Logs and type on an old typewriter!

Enjoy the autumn colors with a stroll through the whimsical Daniel E. Offutt, III Sculpture Garden

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Exhibits & Tours at Weston History & Culture Center

Enjoy history and autumn splendor at the Weston History & Culture Center! Open Sundays and Thursdays from 1pm - 4pm, starting Thursday, October 24th - Sunday, November 24th, 2024. Closed on...
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Weston History & Culture Center ( Weston Historical Society) in Weston
Weston History & Culture Center ( Weston Historical Society)
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Weston
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Stamford History Center takes you on a time traveling adventure back to the Gilded Age to learn about Stamford's entrepreneurs, movers, shakers, and industrialists. You will recognize some well-known Stamford landmarks including Yale & Towne Factory and the Blickensderfer Typewriter Factory. On September 22nd, Executive Director Dr. Zoubek kicks off the afternoon with opening remarks on a glorious time in history. Experience the lives of the elegant and fashionable people of the Gilded Age through our exciting collection of art, clothing, photographs, documents, home furnishings and other artifacts.

Admission $10 for non-members

SHC Members Free Admission

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11/7/2024
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How the Upper Crust Lived: The Gilded Age in Stamford 1865-1905

Stamford History Center takes you on a time traveling adventure back to the Gilded Age to learn about Stamford's entrepreneurs, movers, shakers, and industrialists. You will recognize some...
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Stamford History Center in Stamford
Stamford History Center
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Stamford
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Free for all MoCA members; $10 admission for non-members; $8 admission for seniors and students

MoCA CT is excited to introduce ColleCTomania, an exhilarating exhibition displaying over 140 Swiss posters from the renowned collector Tom Strong. Strong is a New Haven, Connecticut-based graphic designer, photographer and collector who has spent sixty years amassing, displaying, sharing, and living amongst his archive. The exhibition, curated by Pamela Hovland and Karen Salsgiver, includes a widely diverse range of posters from the 1930s to the present.

Switzerland’s design culture has had a significant influence on the discipline of graphic design. Swiss posters in particular, especially those designed during the 1950s and 60s, have attained iconic status and are part of design education in schools across the globe. Created at uniform scale to be displayed in the streets of Zurich, Lucerne and Basel, these posters are now highly collectible, preserved in the archives of major museums and reproduced in art and design books.

Yale University’s graphic design program, the first in this country, was critical in disseminating the work and ideas of Swiss designers. Several influential practitioners were invited to New Haven to teach courses and workshops to students, including Tom Strong, eager to experiment with typography, form and craft. When Yale’s design graduates scattered around Connecticut and the country as both practicing and teaching designers, the visual language and ideology of the ‘Swiss International Style’ spread far and wide.

 

The poster as a large, public, graphic form has held its prominent place throughout the history of design. Tom Strong’s vast collection of Swiss posters, accumulated over six decades, spans the mid-century to today. His archive includes diverse and boundary-breaking visual strategies employed through inventive uses of type and typography, image-making, layering and collage. The posters illustrate myriad expressions in style, subject matter and ever-evolving technologies. Strong’s posters showcase both the outsized influence of Swiss design as well as the contemporary experimentation that builds on that legacy. Seeing the posters fill the gallery walls is pure visual delight.

“Why do I continue to collect Swiss posters? I guess you like Beethoven and then Stravinsky comes along with different principles, blows your head off. And then you go further, and you find more composers who you never knew anything about. The body and the brain and the ear are accustomed to surprise and difference and beauty. Other than that, I can’t defend it or describe it. These posters have power. You can’t deny it.”- Tom Strong

About the Collector, Tom Strong: 

Thomas Strong was born in 1938 in Hanover, New Hampshire. He graduated from Dartmouth College and served with the U.S. Army Security Agency in Germany and Turkey. In 1967, Tom received an MFA from the Yale School of Art and Architecture and later started the graphic design firm Strong Cohen with his co-founder, Marjorie Cohen. The firm focuses on the design of signage for architectural applications, primarily for colleges and universities. When Tom isn’t busy designing or installing signs across New Haven, he dedicates his time to revitalizing the neighborhood where he works, a commitment he’s upheld for the past two decades. As a board member of the Chapel West district, he plays a key role in its development. Beyond his civic involvement, Tom has cultivated a diverse collection, including Swiss posters, HO scale model trains, Braun products, National Park Service folders, and iconic posters from Yale and Otl Aicher’s 1972 Olympics.

About the Curators:

Pamela Hovland is a Wilton-based designer, educator, writer and visual activist. She has worked extensively in the areas of identity, print communications, signage and screen-based design for corporations, nonprofit organizations, cultural institutions and individuals. Her work has been recognized by multiple organizations and publications and included in regional, national and international exhibitions. Pamela received an MFA from Yale University where she is a Senior Critic in graphic design. She is a Fellow of the American Academy in Rome and a founding member of Class Action Collective, the art collective that uses design to effect social change.

Karen Salsgiver is the principal strategist and designer of the Westport-based graphic design firm Salsgiver Coveney Associates. For over four decades the studio has created design programs and communication solutions that tell the authentic story of a diverse range of corporate, educational and cultural institutions. The firm’s award-winning work has been published in multiple design books and publications. Karen earned a BS in Design and Environmental Analysis from Cornell University and an MFA from Yale University.

 

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ColleCTomania : MoCA CT

Free for all MoCA members; $10 admission for non-members; $8 admission for seniors and students MoCA CT is excited to introduce ColleCTomania, an exhilarating exhibition displaying...
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Westport
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 “Our Shared Health: Aspiring Toward Better Health for All in the Coming Decades”

Dr. Sandro Galea, a physician, epidemiologist, and author, is dean of the Boston University School of Public Health. Dr. Galea's scholarship lives at the intersection of social and psychiatric epidemiology, with a focus on the behavioral health consequences of trauma. He will discuss his work in public health and the contract we have with each other to create health for all. His lecture will take into consideration the Jesuit Apostolic Preferences.

Dr. Galea is dean and Robert A. Knox Professor at Boston University School of Public Health. He previously held academic and leadership positions at Columbia University, the University of Michigan, and the New York Academy of Medicine. He has published extensively in the peer-reviewed literature and is a regular contributor to a range of public media, about the social causes of health, mental health, and the consequences of trauma. He has been listed as one of the most widely cited scholars in the social sciences. He is the current chair of the Boston Public Health Commission Board of Health, past chair of the board of the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health, and past president of the Society for Epidemiologic Research and of the Interdisciplinary Association for Population Health Science. He is an elected member of the National Academy of Medicine. Galea has received several lifetime achievement awards. Dr. Galea holds a medical degree from the University of Toronto, graduate degrees from Harvard University and Columbia University, and an honorary doctorate from the University of Glasgow.

Presented with the Marion Peckham Egan School of Nursing and Health Studies

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Open VISIONS Forum - Sandro Galea, MD, MPH, DrPH

“Our Shared Health: Aspiring Toward Better Health for All in the Coming Decades” Dr. Sandro Galea, a physician, epidemiologist, and author, is dean of the Boston University School of Public Health....
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Quick Center for the Arts in Fairfield
Quick Center for the Arts
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Fairfield
Thu
Nov
7
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The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

FIGURE DRAWING IN THE STUDIO

NOMI SILVERMAN

8 THURSDAYS

Sept. 19 – Nov. 14 (Except Oct. 24)

5:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Life Drawing in the Studio with Nomi Silverman

Learn the human figure’s structure while drawing a figure from observation. Working from the model, emphasis on gesture, balance and proportion will be stressed in order to develop believable form. Students should leave this class with a better understanding of the figure’s key anatomical landmarks while forming a sense of expressive gesture.

Nomi Silverman attended the High School of Art and Design and Barnard College. She also studied with Daniel Greene, David Leffel, Gustav Rheiberger, Harvey Dinnerstein, Ron Sherr, George Nama, Bob Blackburn, Burt Silverman, and Michael Mazur. She has had solo shows at The Fairfield Arts Center, A-Space Gallery in New Haven, CT, The Housatonic Museum in Bridgeport, CT, The Center for Contemporary Printmaking in Norwalk CT, A Shenere Velt Gallery in Los Angeles, CA, the Silvermine Guild of Art in New Canaan, CT, and the Greenwich Arts Center Gallery in Greenwich, CT, amongst others. She has also shown in many group shows including the Print Triennial, Politically Speaking, Contemporary American Printmaking at the William Patterson University, and National Drawing, at the College of NJ. She has won many awards and received a grant from the Puffin Foundation and the Connecticut Commission on the Arts and received a fellowship to Duke University. Selected articles, reviews and books include The New York Times, The Stamford Advocate, the LA Times, The Philadelphia Weekly, Venu Magazine and “Strokes of Genus 3” by North Light Books. Her work is in the collection of the New York Public Library, The Slater Memorial Museum, The William Benton Museum of Art, The Library of Congress, The Mattatuck Museum, the Boston Public Library, The Housatonic Museum of Art, The Hunterdon Museum of Art and numerous national and international collections.

Greenwich Art Society, 299 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich CT

203.629.1533

For more information, supply list or online registration visit

www.greenwichartsociety.org

 

 

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The Greenwich Art Society is offering FIGURE DRAWING IN THE STUDIO with NOMI SILVERMAN

The Greenwich Art Society is offering: FIGURE DRAWING IN THE STUDIO NOMI SILVERMAN 8 THURSDAYS Sept. 19 – Nov. 14 (Except Oct. 24) 5:00 pm to 7:30 pm Life Drawing in the Studio with Nomi Silverman...
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Greenwich Art Society Studio School in Greenwich
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Chilean fiber artists share their stories and the stories of those who lived under the Pinochet dictatorship. A time that Chileans rarely talk about, funding from CT Humanities enabled City Lights Gallery and these artists to present important personal stories and relevant universal themes. Lead artists/curators are Chilean artist Carlos Biernnay, who has lived and made art in Bridgeport for years, and Paola Figueroa Perez, curator of TP Gallery in Quillota, Chile.

Exhibiting artists are Marcia Saavedra Abarca, Elizabeth Morales Agoni, Paola Honores Alvarez, Antonella Auda, Carlos Biernnay, Cynthia Araya Davalos, Lilla Knakalova, Lorena Figueroa Lara, Ruby Perez Lizana, Esperanza Silva Lopez, Nataly Herrera Martinez, Patricia Aguilar Mieres, Paola Figueroa Perez, Denisse Quijada Pizarro, Valencia Rodriguez

Artists’ statements and informative panels by Chilean historian Pablo Montero, in English and Spanish, support the artists’ visual expressions realized in fiber and textiles, along with QR codes that viewers can download to hear and see the artists talk about their work.

Award winning filmmaker/videographer Josue Orellana presents a video montage created specifically for this exhibit to contextualize the history and the personal stories depicted.

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Chilean artists in "My Stories" Exhibition, Opens for Bridgeport Art Trail

Chilean fiber artists share their stories and the stories of those who lived under the Pinochet dictatorship. A time that Chileans rarely talk about, funding from CT Humanities enabled City Lights...
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City Lights Gallery in Bridgeport
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Bridgeport
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Start your annual city-wide open studios off right with free food and music! Experience a night like no other with the reggae steel drum sounds of the Tambu-lay-tay band while feasting on delicious appetizers and drinks. Connect with the current exhibition of artwork by Iyaba Ibo Mandingo and meet the artist himself. Free & open to the public. RSVP: https://bit.ly/HMA-arwe-BAT-RSVP

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Bridgeport Art Trail Kick-off with “Arwe Journey: Twentieth Century Afri-Caribbean Migration”

Start your annual city-wide open studios off right with free food and music! Experience a night like no other with the reggae steel drum sounds of the Tambu-lay-tay band while feasting on delicious...
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Housatonic Museum of Art in Bridgeport
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Bridgeport
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7

Kick off the evening at RPM Raceway Stamford's (600 West Ave, Stamford, CT 06902) exclusive 21+ preview event on November 7th from 6 PM - 9 PM, featuring an open bar, live DJ, and surprise delights throughout the night.

Guests can enjoy light bites and snacks from the new RPM Bar & Grill menu, test their speed on the upgraded go-kart tracks, and sample offerings from Monster Energy Drinks and NEFT Vodka.

Experience the grand reopening of this 100,000+ square foot venue, complete with thrilling multi-level racing tracks, a revamped arcade, and cutting-edge VR technology. 

To RSVP for the event please email us at rpmraceway@alabgroup.com and let us know how many guests will be joining you!

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RPM Raceway Stamford Grand Reopening Preview Event (11/7)

Kick off the evening at RPM Raceway Stamford's (600 West Ave, Stamford, CT 06902) exclusive 21+ preview event on November 7th from 6 PM - 9 PM, featuring an open bar, live DJ, and surprise delights...
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RPM Raceway in Stamford
RPM Raceway
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Stamford
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Make your own multi-bowl centerpiece with Fairfield-based ceramicist Leah Corbett. “Multi-bowls” are one of Leah’s most popular forms, and can be used for numerous things like snack boards, jewelry catchers, air plant displays, or general organizers for keys & miscellaneous items. In this two-hour workshop, Leah will guide you through easy steps to pinch & smooth multiple bowl forms out of clay, attach them, and manipulate their shapes to fit your own creative style. We provide the clay, tools & glaze options. You get your hands a little dirty, choose your glaze, and pick up your finished creation a few weeks later. This is a great intro to hand-building class to get some basic knowledge that will take you far in the world of pottery.

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Ceramic Multi-Bowls Workshop with Leah Corbett

Make your own multi-bowl centerpiece with Fairfield-based ceramicist Leah Corbett. “Multi-bowls” are one of Leah’s most popular forms, and can be used for numerous things like snack boards, jewelry...
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MoCA CT in Westport
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Westport
Thu
Nov
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Make your own multi-bowl centerpiece with Fairfield-based ceramicist Leah Corbett. “Multi-bowls” are one of Leah’s most popular forms, and can be used for numerous things like snack boards, jewelry catchers, air plant displays, or general organizers for keys & miscellaneous items. In this two-hour workshop, Leah will guide you through easy steps to pinch & smooth multiple bowl forms out of clay, attach them, and manipulate their shapes to fit your own creative style. We provide the clay, tools & glaze options. You get your hands a little dirty, choose your glaze, and pick up your finished creation a few weeks later. This is a great intro to hand-building class to get some basic knowledge that will take you far in the world of pottery.

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Ceramic Multi-bowls with Leah

Make your own multi-bowl centerpiece with Fairfield-based ceramicist Leah Corbett. “Multi-bowls” are one of Leah’s most popular forms, and can be used for numerous things like snack...
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MoCA CT in Westport
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Westport Country Playhouse will open its 2024-25 Season with “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem based on Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film, running from October 22 through November 9. Performance schedule is Tuesday at 7 p.m., Wednesday at 2 and 7 p.m., Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 3 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. (No Wed. or Sat. matinees during preview week). Tickets start at $40.

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The 39 Steps

Westport Country Playhouse will open its 2024-25 Season with “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem based on Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film, running from October 22...
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Westport Country Playhouse in Westport
Westport Country Playhouse
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Westport
Thu
Nov
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Nov
7

Please join Wilton Library for a special author conversation between two historical fiction/romance writers - Lynda Cohen Loigman and Heather Webb. For those of you who love to get lost inside the world of a book, come prepared with questions to learn how these tales are woven.

Lynda's book, The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern, is set in a dual timeline, travelling between 1920's Brooklyn and 1980's Boca Raton, FL. It's not just a page-turner, but a remedy for the soul, sprinkled with a touch of magic, a dash of heartbreak, and plenty of laughter; a must-read for anyone who believes in the enduring magic of second chances and a bit of mystery.

Heather has joined forces once again with her writing partner, Hazel Gaynor, for Christmas with the Queen, which invites readers to spend the festive season with Queen Elizabeth II as she delivers her traditional Christmas message during the first five years of her reign, and traces a tumultuous relationship between a young woman working as a royal correspondent, and a chef in the Queen's household.

Lynda Cohen Loigman’s debut novel, The Two-Family House, was a USA Today best. Her second novel, The Wartime Sisters, was selected as a Woman's World Book Club pick and a Best Book of 2019 by Real Simple MagazineThe Matchmaker’s Gift was named a Best New Book by People Magazine and a Best Book of Fall by the New York PostParade Magazine, Buzzfeed, and Good Morning America.com. The Love Elixir of Augusta Stern is her fourth novel and will be published by St. Martin’s Press on October 8, 2024.

Heather Webb is the award-winning, USA Today and international bestselling author of ten historical novels, including her most recent The Next Ship HomeQueens of London, and Strangers in the Night. Heather and Hazel’s co-written historical novels have all been published to critical acclaim. The USA Today and international bestseller, Last Christmas in Paris, won the 2018 Women’s Fiction Writers Association Star Award. Christmas With The Queen is their fourth collaboration.

Elm Street Books will be selling copies of both books, which the authors will sign after the program. A portion of the proceeds goes to Wilton Library.

The media sponsor of our author talk is GOOD Morning Wilton.

Registration is requested.

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Authors in Conversation: Lynda Cohen Loigman and Heather Webb Speak About Two New Historical Fiction Novels

Please join Wilton Library for a special author conversation between two historical fiction/romance writers - Lynda Cohen Loigman and Heather Webb. For those of you who love to get lost inside the...
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Wilton LIbrary in Wilton
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Wilton
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Sarah Hanrahan grew up in Massachusetts and began playing the alto saxophone at the age of 8. After graduating from the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz (Hartt School, University of Hartford) for her bachelors degree, and the Juilliard School for her masters degree, she now resides in New York City.

Sarah can be found playing with her own band all around NYC. She also tours regularly across the country and internationally both with her own band as well as with bands like the Mingus Big Band, Joe Farnsworth, Peter Martin, and more.

Sarah Hanrahan, alto sax

Tony Davis, guitar

Mike Migliore, bass

Mike Camacho, drums

Greg Wall, tenor and soprano sax

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Thursday Night Live Jazz featuring young artist Sarah Hanrahan

Sarah Hanrahan grew up in Massachusetts and began playing the alto saxophone at the age of 8. After graduating from the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz (Hartt School, University of Hartford) for...
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VFW Post 399 in Westport
VFW Post 399
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Westport
Fri
Nov
8
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8

Featuring 2024-2025 Korry Fellow Lauren Clayton, and Regional Artists Holly Danger and Brian Kaspr, STACKED: MERGING LAYERS promises to be a kaleidoscope of colors and deeply meaningful messages.The three artists cross paths in their journey of creation, experimentation , stacks of sketchbooks, journals, and ephemera works that transcend their given mediums.

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STACKED: MERGING LAYERS

Featuring 2024-2025 Korry Fellow Lauren Clayton, and Regional Artists Holly Danger and Brian Kaspr, STACKED: MERGING LAYERS promises to be a kaleidoscope of colors and deeply meaningful...
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The Norwalk Art Space in Norwalk
The Norwalk Art Space
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Norwalk
Fri
Nov
8
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Nov
8

 Sheffer Gallery

September 7 through December 10

Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information.

(Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by a keynote presentation by cartoonist and comics historian Brian Walker starting at 7 pm.)

The State of Cartooning will display works by active members of the Connecticut Chapter of the National Cartoonists Society, including Greg, Brian, and Neal Walker, who carry the legacy of their father, Mort Walker, the creator of Beetle Bailey. Other featured artists include Ray Billingsley, Bob Englehart, Bill Janocha, Sean Kelly, Maria Scrivan, and more.

Founded in 1946, National Cartoonists Society (NCS) activities and events primarily took place in New York City until 1983, when the first Reuben Award Ceremony was held in Los Angeles. At that time, the NCS also began organizing a system of regional chapters for members to participate in. There are currently 23 chapters in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Brian Walker started the NCS Connecticut chapter in 1993, involving many remaining Golden Age cartoonists. Meetings were held at local restaurants, including the Silvermine Tavern, Cobbs Mill Inn, The Redding Roadhouse, and Red Barn. From 1994 to 2017, a special Legend Award was presented to 22 Connecticut Cartoonists at their annual fall dinner. Although membership has decreased as the older generation has passed on, the Connecticut chapter is still active. The State of Cartooning displays works by some of the current members of the NCS.

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The State of Cartooning

Sheffer Gallery September 7 through December 10 Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information. (Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by...
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The Westport Library in Westport
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Westport
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Nov
8
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 Sheffer Gallery

September 7 through December 10

Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information.

(Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by a keynote presentation by cartoonist and comics historian Brian Walker starting at 7 pm.)

Curated by Walker with help from the Library’s Exhibit Curator Carole Erger-Fass, Cartoon County: The Golden Age of Cartooning in Connecticut derives from Westport Schools Permanent Art Collection and aims to explore an important piece of local history. It will feature 40+ original cartoons by some of the area’s greats, including Dik Browne, Mel Casson, Stan Drake, John Cullen Murphy, Leonard Starr, Jack Tippit, Mort Walker, and more.

Proximity to major syndicates and publishers in New York City drew cartoonists to Fairfield County. Many worked at home in their studios, frequenting Max’s Art Supplies on the Post Road and seeking companionship with their professional peers at local spots: over a game of golf at Longshore, or at local restaurants like Mario’s Place, across from Westport’s train station.

Cullen Murphy, author and son of the cartoonist behind Prince Valiant and Big Ben Bolt, refers to the history of cartooning in Connecticut with fondness.

“For a period of about 50 years, right in the middle of the American Century, many of the nation’s top comic strip cartoonists, gag cartoonists, and magazine illustrators lived within a stone’s throw of one another in the southwestern corner of Connecticut,” he wrote in Cartoon County, “a bit of bohemia amid those men in their gray flannel suits.”

The Westport Schools Permanent Art Collection (Westpac) was conceived by local art teacher Bert Chernow, who began acquiring a diverse collection of artworks in 1964. Featuring many notable local artists, Westpac comprises more than 1,800 works in a broad range of media including paintings, watercolors, drawings, prints, illustrations, cartoons, photographs, sculptures, and murals.

Westport cartoonist Mel Casson was instrumental in building Westpac’s Cartoon Collection, which includes more than 120 original comic strips, gag cartoons, editorial cartoons, and illustrations. Over the years, the Westpac collection has been displayed in schools and public buildings around town to educate and entertain residents.

This exhibit features many highlights from the collection, representing the major cartoon genres. The graphics on the walls are from Mort Walker’s 1980 book, The Lexicon of Comicana, which will be reissued by New York Review Books in 2025. 

Special thanks to Westpac co-chairs Ive Covaci and Anne Boberski, and to the Drew Friedman Community Arts Center for their continued support.

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Cartoon County: The Golden Age of Cartooning in Connecticut

Sheffer Gallery September 7 through December 10 Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information. (Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by...
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The Westport Library in Westport
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Westport
Fri
Nov
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Nov
8

 Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library!

“My Story Revealed" invites you on a visual journey through the heart of personal and cultural narratives. This exhibit honors the art of storytelling by showcasing the compelling and diverse experiences of some of the 8-18 year old students taking part in our international Global Voices - ArtLink exchanges over three decades.

Whether their pieces are beautifully rendered or simply drawn, delightful or thought provoking, the creation of these pieces has been a journey of self-discovery. Through their work, the young artists have expressed their identities, shared their stories, and conveyed the aspects of their lives and society they treasure - or are concerned about.

This collection brings together diverse artistic youth voices from 28 ArtLink partner countries, transcending political systems and geographical boundaries. We believe that art is a universal language, uniting us through the shared experiences and dreams of its young creators, promoting a common humanity that will lead to a more peaceful future.

As you explore the exhibit, we invite you, the viewer, to reflect on your own story, your own journey, cultivating a deeper sense of empathy and appreciation for the multi-faceted tapestry of human experiences we are all part of. We hope to see you there!

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Creative Connections is a nonprofit in Norwalk, CT, dedicated to promoting global understanding and empathy through art-based exchanges between youth worldwide. We connect students in the U.S. with peers in other countries, encouraging cultural sharing and cross-cultural learning. We focus on fostering global citizenship and creative communication through programs like Global Voices - ArtLink, which highlights diverse perspectives and cultural storytelling.

Details:

The opening reception will be on 9/30 from 5:30-7:30pm

The exhibit will remain up until Spring 2025.

Where:New Canaan Library, New Canaan, CT

Please contact scanessa@creativeconnections.org with any questions.

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Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library.

Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library! “My Story Revealed" invites you on a visual journey through the heart of personal and cultural narratives....
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New Canaan Library in New Canaan
New Canaan Library
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New Canaan
Fri
Nov
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Nov
8

The Gallery at GFC is proud to announce the opening of Jason Pritchard's latest show Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water's Path. The paintings in this exhibition feature the magical interplay between light and water along the coastline and within the communities that hug the shore. Jason captures water dancing, shimmering, or frozen as ice beneath cloud-filled New England skies. These gorgeously rendered works in oil are balm for the soul.

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Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water’s Path

The Gallery at GFC is proud to announce the opening of Jason Pritchard's latest show Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water's Path. The paintings in this exhibition feature the magical...
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The Gallery at GFC in Westport
The Gallery at GFC
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Westport
Fri
Nov
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Nov
8

 An Exhibition Like No Other!

This groundbreaking exhibition highlights ongoing, cutting-edge dinosaur research by American Museum of Natural History paleontologists and other leading scientists from around the world.

It explores how paleontologists today are using an incredible array of new technologies — from bioengineering computer software to CT scans — along with new discoveries and new ideas to investigate and reinterpret many of the most persistent and puzzling mysteries of dinosaurs, such as what they really looked like and how they actually moved and behaved, as well as the complex and hotly debated theories of why — or even whether — they became extinct.

Exhibition organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York, in collaboration with the Houston Museum of Natural Science; the California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco; The Field Museum, Chicago; and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh.

Made possible with generous support from GoHealth Urgent Care.

This exhibition is free for SM&NC Members, and included in the price of daily admission for visitors.

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Exhibition on View: Dinosaur Discoveries: Ancient Fossils, New Ideas

An Exhibition Like No Other! This groundbreaking exhibition highlights ongoing, cutting-edge dinosaur research by American Museum of Natural History paleontologists and other leading...
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Nov 8
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Stamford Museum & Nature Center in Stamford
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
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Stamford
Fri
Nov
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Nov
8

This November, Geary Gallery proudly presents our beautiful New England shoreline with "Treasured Shorelines," featuring the magnificent seascapes of Fairfield, CT artist, Jason Pritchard. His exhibit runs November 1-27. All are welcome and admission is free. The Geary Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is located at 576 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820. For more details, call (203) 655-6633 or visit our website: www.gearygallery.com.

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Jason Pritchard: Treasured Shorelines Art Exhibit at the Geary Gallery in Darien, CT

This November, Geary Gallery proudly presents our beautiful New England shoreline with "Treasured Shorelines," featuring the magnificent seascapes of Fairfield, CT artist, Jason...
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Geary Gallery / Accent Picture Framing / Accent Restoration in Darien
Geary Gallery / Accent Picture Framing / Accent Restoration
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Darien
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Nov
8
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Nov
8

A very moving art exhibition featuring three extraordinary Connecticut Artists expressing the essence and effect of shadow, light, the subliminal mind and the human spirit.

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THE DARK OF LIGHT

A very moving art exhibition featuring three extraordinary Connecticut Artists expressing the essence and effect of shadow, light, the subliminal mind and the human spirit.
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Bruce S. Kershner Gallery in Fairfield
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Elisa Contemporary Art is pleased to present a Solo exhibit of the Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett. It is now open at the One River School in Westport. The exhibit will run from through November 27 at 833 Post Road East, Westport CT. Gallery hours are: Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm and Saturday/Sunday 10am - 2pm.

Join us for a Reception on Saturday, November 23 from 2-4pm

From color-infused paintings to video self-portraits, Paula Brett’s body of work incorporates various combinations of media dealing with ideas such as created identity, coincidence, ritual, and transitory spaces.

The limited edition photographs are Mandalas made from pieces of Candy, Jewels, Toys, Cars and other favorites. According to Paula, “The mandala symbolizes the law of the universe and since man is also a microcosm of the universe, many cultures believe that the mandala also symbolizes the human soul. Mandalas serve as collection point for universal forces…My intention with these mandalas is to arrange everyday sweets and favorite objects into a pattern which becomes sacred, where delicious turns divine, the enticing now exquisite.”

Brett has exhibited work in New York, CT, Chicago, San Francisco, Budapest and Romania.

About One River School:

Founded in 2012 in Englewood, NJ, “one river” west of New York City, One River School has embarked on a mission to "transform art education"® in America. Today, their innovative program teaches thousands of students in fifteen locations across six states. We are thrilled to be working with One River Westport.

About Elisa Contemporary Art

Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by

Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich

and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield

CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New

York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State.

For additional information, visit us at www.ElisaContemporaryArt.com or Instagram: @ElisaContemporary Art

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Solo Exhibit of Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett

Elisa Contemporary Art is pleased to present a Solo exhibit of the Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett. It is now open at the One River School in Westport. The exhibit will run from...
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One River Westport in Westport
One River Westport
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Westport
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The Carriage Barn Arts Center presents  Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy  Photography Exhibition of the Pulitzer prize-winning photographer from New Canaan October 12 - November 13, 2024

This new exhibition highlights the late Pulitzer-prize winning photographer’s 40-year career, as well as his connection to New Canaan, CT.  Curated with members of the photographer’s family, this first-ever retrospective features 80 photographs and additional archival materials that offer insight into Keating’s career and life as a photographer. The exhibition spans decades of his work and features editioned estate prints as well as rare and unique vintage silver gelatins printed by Keating that are available for sale.  

Born in 1956 and raised in New Canaan, CT, Edward Keating moved to New York City in 1981 to become a photographer. He taught himself how to photograph by chronicling the street life of everyday New Yorkers. 

Hired as a Staff Photographer at The New York Times in 1991, he covered national and international news. He was also a regular contributor to the Sunday New York Times Magazine. In addition, he co-founded the "Vows" wedding column. In 2002, Keating won the Pulitzer Prize for his coverage on the attacks of 9/11. He additionally shared the 2000 Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting with New York Times staff for the series, "How Race is Lived in America.” After leaving the Times in 2002, he became a regular contributor to New York Magazine, Rolling Stone Magazine, Vanity Fair and Time. 

From Kosovo to Crown Heights, Keating often put himself in the center of highly charged conflicts - ignoring the dangers -- to best capture the emotion, devastation and humanity with his camera.  Keating’s camera stayed around his neck until the very end. At just 65 years of age, he passed away in September 2021, as a result of many months of long exposure to toxic material while covering 9/11 at Ground Zero.

The Carriage Barn Arts Center is located in New Canaan's Waveny Park, hours are Wednesday-Saturday 10am-3pm and Sunday 1-5pm. Visit carriagebarn.org for more information.

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Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy, Photography Exhibition at the Carriage Barn Arts Center

The Carriage Barn Arts Center presents Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy  Photography Exhibition of the Pulitzer prize-winning photographer from New Canaan October 12 - November 13,...
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Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan
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Sacred Space, organized by guest curator Juanita Sunday, draws on the rich history of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives, founded in Philadelphia in 1972 by artist Allan Edmunds. As of 2023, FUAM is home to a Brandywine “satellite collection,” joining other institutions including Harvard Art Museums, RISD Museum, and the University of Delaware Museums. This exhibition features works from FUAM’s own collection as well as loans from Brandywine itself.

Sacred Space encourages a deep exploration of spiritual connection, inviting viewers to reflect on the ancestral wisdom and memory passed down through generations. The exhibition serves as a portal into the interconnected realms of spirituality, time, space, memory, and culture. The artists pay homage to their forebears, drawing upon cultural traditions, rituals, and sacred practices to honor and preserve, as well as question, the invaluable heritage that shapes our identities.

“My belief is that art is best as the articulation of spiritual ideas or transformative intention. It can be an agent of spiritual inspiration or personal and social transformation.” - Michael D. Harris

Image: Martin Payton, Portal, 1990, offset lithograph. Partial gift of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives and Museum Purchase with funds from the Black Art Fund, 2024 (2024.0601) © Martin Payton

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Sacred Space: A Brandywine Workshop and Archives Print Exhibition

Sacred Space, organized by guest curator Juanita Sunday, draws on the rich history of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives, founded in Philadelphia in 1972 by artist Allan Edmunds. As of 2023,...
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Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries in Fairfield
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This exhibition presents a group of woodcuts, engravings, and etchings from the late 15th through late 18th centuries drawn from the Wetmore Collection at Connecticut College. The collection was assembled in the early 20th century by Fanny S. Wetmore, and bequeathed to the College in 1930. From familiar favorites like Dürer’s Adam and Eve and Rembrandt’s Three Trees to hidden gems like the gold-sprinkled surface of Maria Katharina Prestel’s Virtue Overcoming Vice, the show explores more than three centuries of artistic innovation on paper.

Although little is known of Wetmore herself, her collecting activities place her within a tradition dating back to the rise of printmaking in early modern Europe. The surging production of prints by the beginning of the 16th century represented a sea change for both artists and consumers. For artists, prints provided additional revenue, increased their personal fame, and offered greater latitude for experimentation outside the traditional patronage structure. For consumers, prints represented access to visual art on an unprecedented scale; even those who would never have been able to commission an independent work from a great artist could now readily obtain an engraving or an etching. Prints were easily transported, could be pasted up on walls or into albums, and even large collections of them took up relatively little room. And, with the rise of reproductive printmaking, even geographically distant or physically inaccessible artworks could be added to the collector’s “paper museum.”

This exhibition is the second in the Museum’s history to have been co-curated with Fairfield University students, and has been supported by generous funding from the Samuel H. Kress Foundation.

Image: Albrecht Dürer, Adam and Eve, 1504, engraving

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Ink and Time: European Prints from the Wetmore Collection

This exhibition presents a group of woodcuts, engravings, and etchings from the late 15th through late 18th centuries drawn from the Wetmore Collection at Connecticut College. The collection was...
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Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries in Fairfield
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Free for all MoCA members; $10 admission for non-members; $8 admission for seniors and students

MoCA CT is excited to introduce ColleCTomania, an exhilarating exhibition displaying over 140 Swiss posters from the renowned collector Tom Strong. Strong is a New Haven, Connecticut-based graphic designer, photographer and collector who has spent sixty years amassing, displaying, sharing, and living amongst his archive. The exhibition, curated by Pamela Hovland and Karen Salsgiver, includes a widely diverse range of posters from the 1930s to the present.

Switzerland’s design culture has had a significant influence on the discipline of graphic design. Swiss posters in particular, especially those designed during the 1950s and 60s, have attained iconic status and are part of design education in schools across the globe. Created at uniform scale to be displayed in the streets of Zurich, Lucerne and Basel, these posters are now highly collectible, preserved in the archives of major museums and reproduced in art and design books.

Yale University’s graphic design program, the first in this country, was critical in disseminating the work and ideas of Swiss designers. Several influential practitioners were invited to New Haven to teach courses and workshops to students, including Tom Strong, eager to experiment with typography, form and craft. When Yale’s design graduates scattered around Connecticut and the country as both practicing and teaching designers, the visual language and ideology of the ‘Swiss International Style’ spread far and wide.

 

The poster as a large, public, graphic form has held its prominent place throughout the history of design. Tom Strong’s vast collection of Swiss posters, accumulated over six decades, spans the mid-century to today. His archive includes diverse and boundary-breaking visual strategies employed through inventive uses of type and typography, image-making, layering and collage. The posters illustrate myriad expressions in style, subject matter and ever-evolving technologies. Strong’s posters showcase both the outsized influence of Swiss design as well as the contemporary experimentation that builds on that legacy. Seeing the posters fill the gallery walls is pure visual delight.

“Why do I continue to collect Swiss posters? I guess you like Beethoven and then Stravinsky comes along with different principles, blows your head off. And then you go further, and you find more composers who you never knew anything about. The body and the brain and the ear are accustomed to surprise and difference and beauty. Other than that, I can’t defend it or describe it. These posters have power. You can’t deny it.”- Tom Strong

About the Collector, Tom Strong: 

Thomas Strong was born in 1938 in Hanover, New Hampshire. He graduated from Dartmouth College and served with the U.S. Army Security Agency in Germany and Turkey. In 1967, Tom received an MFA from the Yale School of Art and Architecture and later started the graphic design firm Strong Cohen with his co-founder, Marjorie Cohen. The firm focuses on the design of signage for architectural applications, primarily for colleges and universities. When Tom isn’t busy designing or installing signs across New Haven, he dedicates his time to revitalizing the neighborhood where he works, a commitment he’s upheld for the past two decades. As a board member of the Chapel West district, he plays a key role in its development. Beyond his civic involvement, Tom has cultivated a diverse collection, including Swiss posters, HO scale model trains, Braun products, National Park Service folders, and iconic posters from Yale and Otl Aicher’s 1972 Olympics.

About the Curators:

Pamela Hovland is a Wilton-based designer, educator, writer and visual activist. She has worked extensively in the areas of identity, print communications, signage and screen-based design for corporations, nonprofit organizations, cultural institutions and individuals. Her work has been recognized by multiple organizations and publications and included in regional, national and international exhibitions. Pamela received an MFA from Yale University where she is a Senior Critic in graphic design. She is a Fellow of the American Academy in Rome and a founding member of Class Action Collective, the art collective that uses design to effect social change.

Karen Salsgiver is the principal strategist and designer of the Westport-based graphic design firm Salsgiver Coveney Associates. For over four decades the studio has created design programs and communication solutions that tell the authentic story of a diverse range of corporate, educational and cultural institutions. The firm’s award-winning work has been published in multiple design books and publications. Karen earned a BS in Design and Environmental Analysis from Cornell University and an MFA from Yale University.

 

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ColleCTomania: MoCA CT

Free for all MoCA members; $10 admission for non-members; $8 admission for seniors and students MoCA CT is excited to introduce ColleCTomania, an exhilarating exhibition displaying...
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 On View October 16, 2024 – March 9, 2025

In preparation for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, the Greenwich Historical Society presents a timely and dynamic exhibition that takes a fresh look at the impact of the Revolutionary War on our community.

The Revolution may have started in Massachusetts, but it soon spread to Connecticut, particularly Fairfield County and Greenwich, the gateway to Patriotic New England. With their safety and livelihood at risk, residents had to choose whether to support American Independence, to remain loyal to King George III or claim neutrality. This is the story of the people of Greenwich and their neighbors in Fairfield County, living, working, fighting, fleeing or dying on the front line of the Revolutionary War.

Original materials from the Revolution belonging to the Greenwich Historical Society, as well as other museums and archives, will be used to illustrate the impact of the War on our community.

The exhibition will be accompanied by a series of related programs and events

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Greenwich During the Revolutionary War: A Frontier Town on the Front Line

On View October 16, 2024 – March 9, 2025 In preparation for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, the Greenwich Historical Society presents a timely and dynamic...
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Please join us for the opening reception of the Weston Library Photography Club photography exhibition opening reception.

Sunday, October 6th 1-3pm

Weston Public Library

56 Norfield Road, Weston, CT

If you cannot make the opening, please visit the exhibit during the Library open hours. Call to ensure the Community Room is open for visitors: 203-222-2665

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Opening Reception- Photography Exhibition "A Closer Look"

Please join us for the opening reception of the Weston Library Photography Club photography exhibition opening reception. Sunday, October 6th 1-3pm Weston Public Library 56 Norfield Road, Weston,...
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Weston Public Library in Weston
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Stamford History Center takes you on a time traveling adventure back to the Gilded Age to learn about Stamford's entrepreneurs, movers, shakers, and industrialists. You will recognize some well-known Stamford landmarks including Yale & Towne Factory and the Blickensderfer Typewriter Factory. On September 22nd, Executive Director Dr. Zoubek kicks off the afternoon with opening remarks on a glorious time in history. Experience the lives of the elegant and fashionable people of the Gilded Age through our exciting collection of art, clothing, photographs, documents, home furnishings and other artifacts.

Admission $10 for non-members

SHC Members Free Admission

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How the Upper Crust Lived: The Gilded Age in Stamford 1865-1905

Stamford History Center takes you on a time traveling adventure back to the Gilded Age to learn about Stamford's entrepreneurs, movers, shakers, and industrialists. You will recognize some...
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Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant new downtown experience — introducing Salsa Nights! In partnership with Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council, GBLN, Bridgeport Hospital, and M&T Bank, we’re bringing you three electrifying evenings of dancing under the stars. Enjoy the rhythm and beats of DJ El Classico, Agua Pa Chocolate Band, DJ Harry Trinidad, and more. Just bring your dancing shoes and join the fun!

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Downtown Salsa Nights

Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant new downtown experience — introducing Salsa Nights! In partnership with Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council, GBLN, Bridgeport Hospital, and M&T Bank,...
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Arcade Mall in Bridgeport
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Our annual Open Studios highlights the LAA’s creativity and brings opportunities for the entire community to experience professional artists working in their studios and exhibiting artwork in beautifully appointed galleries,” executive director, Mark Macrides says. “Come and explore our studios and galleries, meet our artists, and experience a rare glimpse into the life of a working artist in a collaborative and professional environment. Art collectors, dealers, and anyone with an appreciation for high quality artwork will enjoy the opportunity to see the work of 30 diverse artists all in one location. Open Studios is a unique opportunity that brings the viewer and artist together in a way that differs from the typical gallery experience.”

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Open Studios 2024

Our annual Open Studios highlights the LAA’s creativity and brings opportunities for the entire community to experience professional artists working in their studios and exhibiting artwork in...
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Loft Artists Association in Stamford
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Westport Country Playhouse will open its 2024-25 Season with “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem based on Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film, running from October 22 through November 9. Performance schedule is Tuesday at 7 p.m., Wednesday at 2 and 7 p.m., Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 3 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. (No Wed. or Sat. matinees during preview week). Tickets start at $40.

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The 39 Steps

Westport Country Playhouse will open its 2024-25 Season with “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem based on Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film, running from October 22...
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Westport Country Playhouse in Westport
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Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights — a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a first generation Dominican-American corner bodega owner, and his friends and family are dealing with the pressures of rising rents and closing neighborhood businesses. As one family struggles to figure out how to pay for an Ivy League tuition for their brilliant and hard-working daughter, a young woman is trying to put a down payment on a new apartment, and Usnavi himself is trying to get back to the Dominican Republic to reconnect with his roots after the death of his parents. In Washington Heights, community is everything, and we see how each of these individuals struggles to survive and how these same individuals come together as a community to mourn their losses and rejoice in their triumphs. Over the course of the show, we see the hard-working residents of Washington Heights grapple with love and lust, identity and racism, all while the prospect of a winning lottery ticket hangs in the air, potentially changing the livelihoods of the people and the community forever. This revolutionary new musical combines Latin rhythms and dance with hip-hop lyrics to tell a captivating story about what it means to chase your dreams as you cling to your roots, and to celebrate the community from which you grew.

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In The Heights

Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights — a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a...
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Downtown Cabaret Theatre in Bridgeport
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 ECHOES

East Coast Contemporary Ballet’s opening Fall Season

A mixed bill that spans East Coast Contemporary Ballet’s existence, featuring pieces from 2019 onward, a brand-new version of Deconstructed and a world premiere.

With works that echo our past and usher us into our present, audiences will enjoy a varied program and a kaleidoscope look at ECCB’s five years as we enter boldly into our sixth.

$50 Adult; $30 Student

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ECHOES: East Coast Contemporary Ballet’s Opening Fall Season

ECHOES East Coast Contemporary Ballet’s opening Fall Season A mixed bill that spans East Coast Contemporary Ballet’s existence, featuring pieces from 2019 onward, a brand-new version...
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MoCA CT in Westport
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Set in the vibrant, bohemian world of New York City's East Village, Rent follows a group of friends navigating life, love, and artistic dreams while grappling with the realities of poverty and illness. With a dynamic rock score and unforgettable characters, this Tony Award-winning musical by Jonathan Larson delivers a powerful message about living life to the fullest, no matter the obstacles. With its iconic songs, including "Seasons of Love," "La Vie Bohème," and "Take Me or Leave Me," Rent is a thrilling, emotional ride that will leave you inspired and moved.

**This production contains mature themes, scenes of intimacy, death, drug use and coarse language. Not recommended for children.

Photo Credit: Seth Barkan Photography

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The Wilton Playshop Presents the Musical RENT

Set in the vibrant, bohemian world of New York City's East Village, Rent follows a group of friends navigating life, love, and artistic dreams while grappling with the realities of...
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The Wilton Playshop in Wilton
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Scotty McCreery has been a household name for nearly half his life, ever since making history in 2011 as both the first country artist and the youngest male artist of any genre to debut his first studio album, the Platinum-certified Clear as Day, at No. 1 on the all-genre Billboard Top 200 Albums chart. 

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Scotty McCreery

Scotty McCreery has been a household name for nearly half his life, ever since making history in 2011 as both the first country artist and the youngest male artist of any genre to debut his first...
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Stamford Center for the Arts in Stamford
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 Curtain Call’s Theatre Arts Workshops: Back to School Means Back in Action!

For over 30 years, Stamford’s longest-running and only nonprofit, theatre-producing company has offered opportunities for kids grades K+, teens, and adults to ACT OUT with classes  after school, evenings and weekends throughout the school year, AND full-day summer workshops! Our Fall 2024 Session of exciting lineup of classes for kids (grades K+), teens, and adults in acting, improv, musical theatre, dance, AND MORE begin September 16, 2024 and run for eight weeks. (See our website for details.) Scholarships, payment plans and sibling discounts. For questions, contact our Education Director, Brian Bianco at brian@curtaincallinc.com.

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Curtain Call's Fall Drama Arts Classes for Kids, Teens & Adults

Curtain Call’s Theatre Arts Workshops: Back to School Means Back in Action! For over 30 years, Stamford’s longest-running and only nonprofit, theatre-producing company has offered opportunities for...
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Curtain Call (Kweskin Theatre / Dressing Room Theatre) in Stamford
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 Sheffer Gallery

September 7 through December 10

Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information.

(Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by a keynote presentation by cartoonist and comics historian Brian Walker starting at 7 pm.)

Curated by Walker with help from the Library’s Exhibit Curator Carole Erger-Fass, Cartoon County: The Golden Age of Cartooning in Connecticut derives from Westport Schools Permanent Art Collection and aims to explore an important piece of local history. It will feature 40+ original cartoons by some of the area’s greats, including Dik Browne, Mel Casson, Stan Drake, John Cullen Murphy, Leonard Starr, Jack Tippit, Mort Walker, and more.

Proximity to major syndicates and publishers in New York City drew cartoonists to Fairfield County. Many worked at home in their studios, frequenting Max’s Art Supplies on the Post Road and seeking companionship with their professional peers at local spots: over a game of golf at Longshore, or at local restaurants like Mario’s Place, across from Westport’s train station.

Cullen Murphy, author and son of the cartoonist behind Prince Valiant and Big Ben Bolt, refers to the history of cartooning in Connecticut with fondness.

“For a period of about 50 years, right in the middle of the American Century, many of the nation’s top comic strip cartoonists, gag cartoonists, and magazine illustrators lived within a stone’s throw of one another in the southwestern corner of Connecticut,” he wrote in Cartoon County, “a bit of bohemia amid those men in their gray flannel suits.”

The Westport Schools Permanent Art Collection (Westpac) was conceived by local art teacher Bert Chernow, who began acquiring a diverse collection of artworks in 1964. Featuring many notable local artists, Westpac comprises more than 1,800 works in a broad range of media including paintings, watercolors, drawings, prints, illustrations, cartoons, photographs, sculptures, and murals.

Westport cartoonist Mel Casson was instrumental in building Westpac’s Cartoon Collection, which includes more than 120 original comic strips, gag cartoons, editorial cartoons, and illustrations. Over the years, the Westpac collection has been displayed in schools and public buildings around town to educate and entertain residents.

This exhibit features many highlights from the collection, representing the major cartoon genres. The graphics on the walls are from Mort Walker’s 1980 book, The Lexicon of Comicana, which will be reissued by New York Review Books in 2025. 

Special thanks to Westpac co-chairs Ive Covaci and Anne Boberski, and to the Drew Friedman Community Arts Center for their continued support.

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Cartoon County: The Golden Age of Cartooning in Connecticut

Sheffer Gallery September 7 through December 10 Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information. (Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by...
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 Sheffer Gallery

September 7 through December 10

Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information.

(Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by a keynote presentation by cartoonist and comics historian Brian Walker starting at 7 pm.)

The State of Cartooning will display works by active members of the Connecticut Chapter of the National Cartoonists Society, including Greg, Brian, and Neal Walker, who carry the legacy of their father, Mort Walker, the creator of Beetle Bailey. Other featured artists include Ray Billingsley, Bob Englehart, Bill Janocha, Sean Kelly, Maria Scrivan, and more.

Founded in 1946, National Cartoonists Society (NCS) activities and events primarily took place in New York City until 1983, when the first Reuben Award Ceremony was held in Los Angeles. At that time, the NCS also began organizing a system of regional chapters for members to participate in. There are currently 23 chapters in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Brian Walker started the NCS Connecticut chapter in 1993, involving many remaining Golden Age cartoonists. Meetings were held at local restaurants, including the Silvermine Tavern, Cobbs Mill Inn, The Redding Roadhouse, and Red Barn. From 1994 to 2017, a special Legend Award was presented to 22 Connecticut Cartoonists at their annual fall dinner. Although membership has decreased as the older generation has passed on, the Connecticut chapter is still active. The State of Cartooning displays works by some of the current members of the NCS.

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The State of Cartooning

Sheffer Gallery September 7 through December 10 Reception: Tuesday, September 10, 6-8 pm, in the Trefz Forum;  click here  for more information. (Reception kicks off at 6 pm, followed by...
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The Westport Library in Westport
The Westport Library
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The Gallery at GFC is proud to announce the opening of Jason Pritchard's latest show Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water's Path. The paintings in this exhibition feature the magical interplay between light and water along the coastline and within the communities that hug the shore. Jason captures water dancing, shimmering, or frozen as ice beneath cloud-filled New England skies. These gorgeously rendered works in oil are balm for the soul.

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Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water’s Path

The Gallery at GFC is proud to announce the opening of Jason Pritchard's latest show Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water's Path. The paintings in this exhibition feature the magical...
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The Gallery at GFC in Westport
The Gallery at GFC
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Westport
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 Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library!

“My Story Revealed" invites you on a visual journey through the heart of personal and cultural narratives. This exhibit honors the art of storytelling by showcasing the compelling and diverse experiences of some of the 8-18 year old students taking part in our international Global Voices - ArtLink exchanges over three decades.

Whether their pieces are beautifully rendered or simply drawn, delightful or thought provoking, the creation of these pieces has been a journey of self-discovery. Through their work, the young artists have expressed their identities, shared their stories, and conveyed the aspects of their lives and society they treasure - or are concerned about.

This collection brings together diverse artistic youth voices from 28 ArtLink partner countries, transcending political systems and geographical boundaries. We believe that art is a universal language, uniting us through the shared experiences and dreams of its young creators, promoting a common humanity that will lead to a more peaceful future.

As you explore the exhibit, we invite you, the viewer, to reflect on your own story, your own journey, cultivating a deeper sense of empathy and appreciation for the multi-faceted tapestry of human experiences we are all part of. We hope to see you there!

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Creative Connections is a nonprofit in Norwalk, CT, dedicated to promoting global understanding and empathy through art-based exchanges between youth worldwide. We connect students in the U.S. with peers in other countries, encouraging cultural sharing and cross-cultural learning. We focus on fostering global citizenship and creative communication through programs like Global Voices - ArtLink, which highlights diverse perspectives and cultural storytelling.

Details:

The opening reception will be on 9/30 from 5:30-7:30pm

The exhibit will remain up until Spring 2025.

Where:New Canaan Library, New Canaan, CT

Please contact scanessa@creativeconnections.org with any questions.

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Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library.

Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library! “My Story Revealed" invites you on a visual journey through the heart of personal and cultural narratives....
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New Canaan Library in New Canaan
New Canaan Library
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 An Exhibition Like No Other!

This groundbreaking exhibition highlights ongoing, cutting-edge dinosaur research by American Museum of Natural History paleontologists and other leading scientists from around the world.

It explores how paleontologists today are using an incredible array of new technologies — from bioengineering computer software to CT scans — along with new discoveries and new ideas to investigate and reinterpret many of the most persistent and puzzling mysteries of dinosaurs, such as what they really looked like and how they actually moved and behaved, as well as the complex and hotly debated theories of why — or even whether — they became extinct.

Exhibition organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York, in collaboration with the Houston Museum of Natural Science; the California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco; The Field Museum, Chicago; and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh.

Made possible with generous support from GoHealth Urgent Care.

This exhibition is free for SM&NC Members, and included in the price of daily admission for visitors.

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Exhibition on View: Dinosaur Discoveries: Ancient Fossils, New Ideas

An Exhibition Like No Other! This groundbreaking exhibition highlights ongoing, cutting-edge dinosaur research by American Museum of Natural History paleontologists and other leading...
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Stamford Museum & Nature Center in Stamford
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
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Stamford
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Featuring 2024-2025 Korry Fellow Lauren Clayton, and Regional Artists Holly Danger and Brian Kaspr, STACKED: MERGING LAYERS promises to be a kaleidoscope of colors and deeply meaningful messages.The three artists cross paths in their journey of creation, experimentation , stacks of sketchbooks, journals, and ephemera works that transcend their given mediums.

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STACKED: MERGING LAYERS

Featuring 2024-2025 Korry Fellow Lauren Clayton, and Regional Artists Holly Danger and Brian Kaspr, STACKED: MERGING LAYERS promises to be a kaleidoscope of colors and deeply meaningful...
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The Norwalk Art Space in Norwalk
The Norwalk Art Space
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Norwalk
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This November, Geary Gallery proudly presents our beautiful New England shoreline with "Treasured Shorelines," featuring the magnificent seascapes of Fairfield, CT artist, Jason Pritchard. His exhibit runs November 1-27. All are welcome and admission is free. The Geary Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is located at 576 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820. For more details, call (203) 655-6633 or visit our website: www.gearygallery.com.

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Jason Pritchard: Treasured Shorelines Art Exhibit at the Geary Gallery in Darien, CT

This November, Geary Gallery proudly presents our beautiful New England shoreline with "Treasured Shorelines," featuring the magnificent seascapes of Fairfield, CT artist, Jason...
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Geary Gallery / Accent Picture Framing / Accent Restoration in Darien
Geary Gallery / Accent Picture Framing / Accent Restoration
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Darien
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The Greenwich Art Society is offering Saturday Children's Art Classes:

  YOUNG ARTISTS IN THE STUDIO, AGES 6-8

12 Saturdays

Sept. 14 – Dec. 7 (Except Nov. 30)

10:30 am to 12:00 pm

 Program Description

This class will explore new approaches to creativity with children. Using drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, and sculpture children will learn new skills and improve on old ones as they experiment with new media and different techniques. To reinforce their understanding, children will learn about important artists who are either historically significant or are forerunners in contemporary art. Come join in and stretch your imagination in a relaxed, fun environment. Materials supplied.

DRAWING AND PAINTING FOR THE JUNIOR ARTIST – AGES 9-12

12 Saturdays

Sept. 14 – Dec. 7 (Except Nov. 30)

12:30 to 2:00 pm

  Program Description

Students will learn through drawing and painting the rules of perspective, proportion, shadowing, color mixing and anatomy. 

They will use acrylic paint, charcoal, watercolors and colored pencils on both paper and canvas. Various brush techniques and a variety of paint applications will be covered. Students will discover important artists who are historically significant, as this exposure can lead them to explore and discover their own style.

 For more information or to register visit www.greenwichartsociety.org

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Saturday Children's Art Classes at the Greenwich Art Society

The Greenwich Art Society is offering Saturday Children's Art Classes:  YOUNG ARTISTS IN THE STUDIO, AGES 6-8 12 Saturdays Sept. 14 – Dec. 7 (Except Nov. 30) 10:30 am to 12:00 pm  Program...
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Greenwich Art Society Studio School in Greenwich
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Greenwich
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A very moving art exhibition featuring three extraordinary Connecticut Artists expressing the essence and effect of shadow, light, the subliminal mind and the human spirit.

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THE DARK OF LIGHT

A very moving art exhibition featuring three extraordinary Connecticut Artists expressing the essence and effect of shadow, light, the subliminal mind and the human spirit.
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Bruce S. Kershner Gallery in Fairfield
Bruce S. Kershner Gallery
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Fairfield
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Elisa Contemporary Art is pleased to present a Solo exhibit of the Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett. It is now open at the One River School in Westport. The exhibit will run from through November 27 at 833 Post Road East, Westport CT. Gallery hours are: Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm and Saturday/Sunday 10am - 2pm.

Join us for a Reception on Saturday, November 23 from 2-4pm

From color-infused paintings to video self-portraits, Paula Brett’s body of work incorporates various combinations of media dealing with ideas such as created identity, coincidence, ritual, and transitory spaces.

The limited edition photographs are Mandalas made from pieces of Candy, Jewels, Toys, Cars and other favorites. According to Paula, “The mandala symbolizes the law of the universe and since man is also a microcosm of the universe, many cultures believe that the mandala also symbolizes the human soul. Mandalas serve as collection point for universal forces…My intention with these mandalas is to arrange everyday sweets and favorite objects into a pattern which becomes sacred, where delicious turns divine, the enticing now exquisite.”

Brett has exhibited work in New York, CT, Chicago, San Francisco, Budapest and Romania.

About One River School:

Founded in 2012 in Englewood, NJ, “one river” west of New York City, One River School has embarked on a mission to "transform art education"® in America. Today, their innovative program teaches thousands of students in fifteen locations across six states. We are thrilled to be working with One River Westport.

About Elisa Contemporary Art

Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by

Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich

and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield

CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New

York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State.

For additional information, visit us at www.ElisaContemporaryArt.com or Instagram: @ElisaContemporary Art

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Solo Exhibit of Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett

Elisa Contemporary Art is pleased to present a Solo exhibit of the Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett. It is now open at the One River School in Westport. The exhibit will run from...
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One River Westport in Westport
One River Westport
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Westport
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The Carriage Barn Arts Center presents  Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy  Photography Exhibition of the Pulitzer prize-winning photographer from New Canaan October 12 - November 13, 2024

This new exhibition highlights the late Pulitzer-prize winning photographer’s 40-year career, as well as his connection to New Canaan, CT.  Curated with members of the photographer’s family, this first-ever retrospective features 80 photographs and additional archival materials that offer insight into Keating’s career and life as a photographer. The exhibition spans decades of his work and features editioned estate prints as well as rare and unique vintage silver gelatins printed by Keating that are available for sale.  

Born in 1956 and raised in New Canaan, CT, Edward Keating moved to New York City in 1981 to become a photographer. He taught himself how to photograph by chronicling the street life of everyday New Yorkers. 

Hired as a Staff Photographer at The New York Times in 1991, he covered national and international news. He was also a regular contributor to the Sunday New York Times Magazine. In addition, he co-founded the "Vows" wedding column. In 2002, Keating won the Pulitzer Prize for his coverage on the attacks of 9/11. He additionally shared the 2000 Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting with New York Times staff for the series, "How Race is Lived in America.” After leaving the Times in 2002, he became a regular contributor to New York Magazine, Rolling Stone Magazine, Vanity Fair and Time. 

From Kosovo to Crown Heights, Keating often put himself in the center of highly charged conflicts - ignoring the dangers -- to best capture the emotion, devastation and humanity with his camera.  Keating’s camera stayed around his neck until the very end. At just 65 years of age, he passed away in September 2021, as a result of many months of long exposure to toxic material while covering 9/11 at Ground Zero.

The Carriage Barn Arts Center is located in New Canaan's Waveny Park, hours are Wednesday-Saturday 10am-3pm and Sunday 1-5pm. Visit carriagebarn.org for more information.

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Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy, Photography Exhibition at the Carriage Barn Arts Center

The Carriage Barn Arts Center presents Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy  Photography Exhibition of the Pulitzer prize-winning photographer from New Canaan October 12 - November 13,...
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Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan
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The  American Fabrics Arts Building,  located at 1069 Connecticut Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, is proud to announce the  19th Annual Open Studios  event on  Saturday, November 9th, and Sunday, November 10th from 10am to 5pm.  Over 40 artists in the building are excited to welcome visitors of all ages for a weekend of art, raffles, and more. Visitors will see paintings, pottery, photography, fiber arts, bioplastic objects, and more. This is a unique chance to meet and interact with the artists, learn about their creative process, and purchase original pieces directly from the source.

Many artists are having studio sales, which will be a great opportunity for art enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone looking for a unique and meaningful gift for the upcoming holiday season.

In addition, there will be an onsite art raffle of original artworks to benefit local non-profit organizations. Ample onsite parking will be available for the convenience of visitors, and the building is wheelchair accessible with elevator service. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and diversity of the local art community. For more information, please visit the American Fabrics Arts Building website (www.amfabarts.com)) or follow them on Instagram (@amfabarts).

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American Fabrics Arts Building Annual Open Studios!

The American Fabrics Arts Building, located at 1069 Connecticut Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, is proud to announce the 19th Annual Open Studios event on Saturday, November 9th,...
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Sacred Space, organized by guest curator Juanita Sunday, draws on the rich history of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives, founded in Philadelphia in 1972 by artist Allan Edmunds. As of 2023, FUAM is home to a Brandywine “satellite collection,” joining other institutions including Harvard Art Museums, RISD Museum, and the University of Delaware Museums. This exhibition features works from FUAM’s own collection as well as loans from Brandywine itself.

Sacred Space encourages a deep exploration of spiritual connection, inviting viewers to reflect on the ancestral wisdom and memory passed down through generations. The exhibition serves as a portal into the interconnected realms of spirituality, time, space, memory, and culture. The artists pay homage to their forebears, drawing upon cultural traditions, rituals, and sacred practices to honor and preserve, as well as question, the invaluable heritage that shapes our identities.

“My belief is that art is best as the articulation of spiritual ideas or transformative intention. It can be an agent of spiritual inspiration or personal and social transformation.” - Michael D. Harris

Image: Martin Payton, Portal, 1990, offset lithograph. Partial gift of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives and Museum Purchase with funds from the Black Art Fund, 2024 (2024.0601) © Martin Payton

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Sacred Space: A Brandywine Workshop and Archives Print Exhibition

Sacred Space, organized by guest curator Juanita Sunday, draws on the rich history of the Brandywine Workshop and Archives, founded in Philadelphia in 1972 by artist Allan Edmunds. As of 2023,...
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Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries in Fairfield
Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries
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Fairfield
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This exhibition presents a group of woodcuts, engravings, and etchings from the late 15th through late 18th centuries drawn from the Wetmore Collection at Connecticut College. The collection was assembled in the early 20th century by Fanny S. Wetmore, and bequeathed to the College in 1930. From familiar favorites like Dürer’s Adam and Eve and Rembrandt’s Three Trees to hidden gems like the gold-sprinkled surface of Maria Katharina Prestel’s Virtue Overcoming Vice, the show explores more than three centuries of artistic innovation on paper.

Although little is known of Wetmore herself, her collecting activities place her within a tradition dating back to the rise of printmaking in early modern Europe. The surging production of prints by the beginning of the 16th century represented a sea change for both artists and consumers. For artists, prints provided additional revenue, increased their personal fame, and offered greater latitude for experimentation outside the traditional patronage structure. For consumers, prints represented access to visual art on an unprecedented scale; even those who would never have been able to commission an independent work from a great artist could now readily obtain an engraving or an etching. Prints were easily transported, could be pasted up on walls or into albums, and even large collections of them took up relatively little room. And, with the rise of reproductive printmaking, even geographically distant or physically inaccessible artworks could be added to the collector’s “paper museum.”

This exhibition is the second in the Museum’s history to have been co-curated with Fairfield University students, and has been supported by generous funding from the Samuel H. Kress Foundation.

Image: Albrecht Dürer, Adam and Eve, 1504, engraving

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Ink and Time: European Prints from the Wetmore Collection

This exhibition presents a group of woodcuts, engravings, and etchings from the late 15th through late 18th centuries drawn from the Wetmore Collection at Connecticut College. The collection was...
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Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries in Fairfield
Fairfield University Art Museum. Bellarmine Hall, Bellarmine Hall Galleries
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Fairfield
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Please join us for our annual Artisans Market at Silvermine Arts Center on Saturday November 9th and Sunday November 10th from 11 am-4 pm. Shop unique artisan made gifts from over 15 local creators including jewelry, ceramics, woodworking, glass, textiles, fashion, candles, accessories and original artwork.

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Artisans Market At Silvermine Arts Center

Please join us for our annual Artisans Market at Silvermine Arts Center on Saturday November 9th and Sunday November 10th from 11 am-4 pm. Shop unique artisan made gifts from over 15 local creators...
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Silvermine Galleries in New Canaan
Silvermine Galleries
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New Canaan
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Free for all MoCA members; $10 admission for non-members; $8 admission for seniors and students

MoCA CT is excited to introduce ColleCTomania, an exhilarating exhibition displaying over 140 Swiss posters from the renowned collector Tom Strong. Strong is a New Haven, Connecticut-based graphic designer, photographer and collector who has spent sixty years amassing, displaying, sharing, and living amongst his archive. The exhibition, curated by Pamela Hovland and Karen Salsgiver, includes a widely diverse range of posters from the 1930s to the present.

Switzerland’s design culture has had a significant influence on the discipline of graphic design. Swiss posters in particular, especially those designed during the 1950s and 60s, have attained iconic status and are part of design education in schools across the globe. Created at uniform scale to be displayed in the streets of Zurich, Lucerne and Basel, these posters are now highly collectible, preserved in the archives of major museums and reproduced in art and design books.

Yale University’s graphic design program, the first in this country, was critical in disseminating the work and ideas of Swiss designers. Several influential practitioners were invited to New Haven to teach courses and workshops to students, including Tom Strong, eager to experiment with typography, form and craft. When Yale’s design graduates scattered around Connecticut and the country as both practicing and teaching designers, the visual language and ideology of the ‘Swiss International Style’ spread far and wide.

 

The poster as a large, public, graphic form has held its prominent place throughout the history of design. Tom Strong’s vast collection of Swiss posters, accumulated over six decades, spans the mid-century to today. His archive includes diverse and boundary-breaking visual strategies employed through inventive uses of type and typography, image-making, layering and collage. The posters illustrate myriad expressions in style, subject matter and ever-evolving technologies. Strong’s posters showcase both the outsized influence of Swiss design as well as the contemporary experimentation that builds on that legacy. Seeing the posters fill the gallery walls is pure visual delight.

“Why do I continue to collect Swiss posters? I guess you like Beethoven and then Stravinsky comes along with different principles, blows your head off. And then you go further, and you find more composers who you never knew anything about. The body and the brain and the ear are accustomed to surprise and difference and beauty. Other than that, I can’t defend it or describe it. These posters have power. You can’t deny it.”- Tom Strong

About the Collector, Tom Strong: 

Thomas Strong was born in 1938 in Hanover, New Hampshire. He graduated from Dartmouth College and served with the U.S. Army Security Agency in Germany and Turkey. In 1967, Tom received an MFA from the Yale School of Art and Architecture and later started the graphic design firm Strong Cohen with his co-founder, Marjorie Cohen. The firm focuses on the design of signage for architectural applications, primarily for colleges and universities. When Tom isn’t busy designing or installing signs across New Haven, he dedicates his time to revitalizing the neighborhood where he works, a commitment he’s upheld for the past two decades. As a board member of the Chapel West district, he plays a key role in its development. Beyond his civic involvement, Tom has cultivated a diverse collection, including Swiss posters, HO scale model trains, Braun products, National Park Service folders, and iconic posters from Yale and Otl Aicher’s 1972 Olympics.

About the Curators:

Pamela Hovland is a Wilton-based designer, educator, writer and visual activist. She has worked extensively in the areas of identity, print communications, signage and screen-based design for corporations, nonprofit organizations, cultural institutions and individuals. Her work has been recognized by multiple organizations and publications and included in regional, national and international exhibitions. Pamela received an MFA from Yale University where she is a Senior Critic in graphic design. She is a Fellow of the American Academy in Rome and a founding member of Class Action Collective, the art collective that uses design to effect social change.

Karen Salsgiver is the principal strategist and designer of the Westport-based graphic design firm Salsgiver Coveney Associates. For over four decades the studio has created design programs and communication solutions that tell the authentic story of a diverse range of corporate, educational and cultural institutions. The firm’s award-winning work has been published in multiple design books and publications. Karen earned a BS in Design and Environmental Analysis from Cornell University and an MFA from Yale University.

 

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ColleCTomania: MoCA CT

Free for all MoCA members; $10 admission for non-members; $8 admission for seniors and students MoCA CT is excited to introduce ColleCTomania, an exhilarating exhibition displaying...
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MoCA CT in Westport
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Westport
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 On View October 16, 2024 – March 9, 2025

In preparation for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, the Greenwich Historical Society presents a timely and dynamic exhibition that takes a fresh look at the impact of the Revolutionary War on our community.

The Revolution may have started in Massachusetts, but it soon spread to Connecticut, particularly Fairfield County and Greenwich, the gateway to Patriotic New England. With their safety and livelihood at risk, residents had to choose whether to support American Independence, to remain loyal to King George III or claim neutrality. This is the story of the people of Greenwich and their neighbors in Fairfield County, living, working, fighting, fleeing or dying on the front line of the Revolutionary War.

Original materials from the Revolution belonging to the Greenwich Historical Society, as well as other museums and archives, will be used to illustrate the impact of the War on our community.

The exhibition will be accompanied by a series of related programs and events

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Greenwich During the Revolutionary War: A Frontier Town on the Front Line

On View October 16, 2024 – March 9, 2025 In preparation for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, the Greenwich Historical Society presents a timely and dynamic...
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Gloria Santoyo Ruenitz, Mixed Media Artist and longtime CT resident is returning and having her Full Circle Encaustic Painting Show opening Thursday October 24th (4/6pm) at Artworks on the Green. 60 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Curated by Natasha Karpinskaia. Show will run Oct. 24 to Nov. 16 closing with an Artist Talk on November 16 at Noon.

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Full Circle Solo Show

Gloria Santoyo Ruenitz, Mixed Media Artist and longtime CT resident is returning and having her Full Circle Encaustic Painting Show opening Thursday October 24th (4/6pm) at Artworks on the Green....
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Artworks Gallery on the Green in Norwalk
Artworks Gallery on the Green
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Norwalk
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Our annual Open Studios highlights the LAA’s creativity and brings opportunities for the entire community to experience professional artists working in their studios and exhibiting artwork in beautifully appointed galleries,” executive director, Mark Macrides says. “Come and explore our studios and galleries, meet our artists, and experience a rare glimpse into the life of a working artist in a collaborative and professional environment. Art collectors, dealers, and anyone with an appreciation for high quality artwork will enjoy the opportunity to see the work of 30 diverse artists all in one location. Open Studios is a unique opportunity that brings the viewer and artist together in a way that differs from the typical gallery experience.”

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Open Studios 2024

Our annual Open Studios highlights the LAA’s creativity and brings opportunities for the entire community to experience professional artists working in their studios and exhibiting artwork in...
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Loft Artists Association in Stamford
Loft Artists Association
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Stamford
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Learn more about the current exhibition, ColleCTomania, from an expert docent. No advance registration required; all tours included in Museum admission. Remember, gallery admission is FREE for MoCA Members.

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Docent Led Tour: ColleCTomania

Learn more about the current exhibition, ColleCTomania, from an expert docent. No advance registration required; all tours included in Museum admission. Remember, gallery admission is...
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MoCA CT in Westport
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Westport
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Please join us for the opening reception of the Weston Library Photography Club photography exhibition opening reception.

Sunday, October 6th 1-3pm

Weston Public Library

56 Norfield Road, Weston, CT

If you cannot make the opening, please visit the exhibit during the Library open hours. Call to ensure the Community Room is open for visitors: 203-222-2665

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Opening Reception- Photography Exhibition "A Closer Look"

Please join us for the opening reception of the Weston Library Photography Club photography exhibition opening reception. Sunday, October 6th 1-3pm Weston Public Library 56 Norfield Road, Weston,...
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Weston Public Library in Weston
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Weston
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Stamford History Center takes you on a time traveling adventure back to the Gilded Age to learn about Stamford's entrepreneurs, movers, shakers, and industrialists. You will recognize some well-known Stamford landmarks including Yale & Towne Factory and the Blickensderfer Typewriter Factory. On September 22nd, Executive Director Dr. Zoubek kicks off the afternoon with opening remarks on a glorious time in history. Experience the lives of the elegant and fashionable people of the Gilded Age through our exciting collection of art, clothing, photographs, documents, home furnishings and other artifacts.

Admission $10 for non-members

SHC Members Free Admission

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How the Upper Crust Lived: The Gilded Age in Stamford 1865-1905

Stamford History Center takes you on a time traveling adventure back to the Gilded Age to learn about Stamford's entrepreneurs, movers, shakers, and industrialists. You will recognize some...
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Stamford History Center in Stamford
Stamford History Center
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Stamford
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Practice Your Performance Skills Or Simply Perform for Fun!!

The Schubert Club Juniors Recitals occur twice during the academic year and help acquaint young musicians with the skills required to perform. An especially great opportunity for those who are preparing for the Schubert Club's Young Musicians Festival (March 1 - March 2, 2025).

Participation is open to any school-age student (18 years and under).

Dates:

  • Fall Recital: November 9 2024, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • Winter Recital: February 1 2025, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

More information can be found at https://schubertclub.org/schubert-club-juniors

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Schubert Club Juniors Recital

Practice Your Performance Skills Or Simply Perform for Fun!! The Schubert Club Juniors Recitals occur twice during the academic year and help acquaint young musicians with the skills required to...
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Emmanuel Episcopal Church in Weston
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
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Weston
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Nov
9
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Nov
9

Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights — a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a first generation Dominican-American corner bodega owner, and his friends and family are dealing with the pressures of rising rents and closing neighborhood businesses. As one family struggles to figure out how to pay for an Ivy League tuition for their brilliant and hard-working daughter, a young woman is trying to put a down payment on a new apartment, and Usnavi himself is trying to get back to the Dominican Republic to reconnect with his roots after the death of his parents. In Washington Heights, community is everything, and we see how each of these individuals struggles to survive and how these same individuals come together as a community to mourn their losses and rejoice in their triumphs. Over the course of the show, we see the hard-working residents of Washington Heights grapple with love and lust, identity and racism, all while the prospect of a winning lottery ticket hangs in the air, potentially changing the livelihoods of the people and the community forever. This revolutionary new musical combines Latin rhythms and dance with hip-hop lyrics to tell a captivating story about what it means to chase your dreams as you cling to your roots, and to celebrate the community from which you grew.

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In The Heights

Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights — a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a...
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Nov 9
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Downtown Cabaret Theatre in Bridgeport
Downtown Cabaret Theatre
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Bridgeport
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Nov
9
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Nov
9

Greater Bridgeport Symphony (GBS) continues their search for a new Music Director and Principal Conductor to take the baton from the beloved Eric Jacobsen who stepped down after nine years in 2023 with Dr. Leslie B. Dunner and Countdown 2…Dunner! November 9, 2024, at The Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport.

Maestro Dunner has built the concert around Joseph  Haydn’s “Symphony No. 6.”  Written by “Papa” Haydn in 1761, this is considered by many the first true orchestral symphony. Then will come a musical tour of Argentine themes written by Alberto Ginastera in 1953. Finally, Gershwin’s masterpiece – the first major piece he orchestrated himself – will crash and cajole, ponder and pounce off the stage as pianist Norman Krieger and GBS play “Concerto in F.”  It’s a grand night of music not to be missed. Dunner calls his program for November 9 “stylishly unique,” and it promises to be a memorable evening, combining the strains of Haydn and Gershwin – immortals of the 18th and 20th centuries – with Argentine composer Ginastera that fuses Classical, Jazz and Gauchesco music. “Maestro Dunner comes to us with a deep and profound resumé in orchestral music and great artistry as a conductor,” says GBS President Mark Halstead. “It’s been over twenty years since GBS performed Concerto in F, and I can hardly wait!”

 

Dr. Leslie B. Dunner is widely known as an ambassador and teacher of music. Currently he is the conductor of the Interlochen Arts Academy Orchestra, the interim artistic director of the South Shore Opera Company, where he has been music director since 2014, and resident conductor of New Jersey's Trilogy: An Opera Company. The recipient of multiple awards, his stirring performances with the Long Beach Opera of Anthony Davis' historical work “The Central Park Five” received the 2020 Pulitzer Prize in Music. The first American prize-winner in the Arturo Toscanini International Conducting Competition, he is also a recipient of the Leonard Bernstein American Conductors Award and the NAACP's James Weldon Johnson and Distinguished Achievement Awards.

 

GBS has conducted a nationwide search to find a worthy successor and that person will be announced at the close of this, their 79th season. Countdown 2 . . . Dunner! is the third of four concerts showcasing candidates to succeed Eric Jacobsen as GBS Music Director. The search began with Eduardo Leandro on April 13 as he conducted Prokofiev’s “Classical Symphony ,” Shostakovich’s “Cello Concerto #1” (with GBS’ own Nicholas Hardie on cello), and Beethoven’s “Symphony #8” to great reviews. On October 5 , Joshua Gersen took the podium at GBS’ season opener with Countdown 3: Gersen!  Gersen, who recently concluded his tenure as Associate Conductor of the New York Philharmonic , has chosen “ Mozart’s Symphony #40 ,” “ Fate Now Conquers” by Carlos Simon , and Tchaikovsky’s thrilling “ Symphony #4” to showcase his conducting talents.  December 14 will bring Countdown 1: Waddell! with joyous Classical and holiday sounds conducted by the final candidate, Rachel Waddell. GBS’ final concert of the season, appropriately called, Something Big! will introduce the winning candidate on Saturday, May 10, 2025 ushering in GBS’ gala 80th Season in 2025-26.

 

 

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Greater Bridgeport Symphony’s Countdown For New Music Director Continues Nov 9 At The Klein With Leslie B. Dunner

Greater Bridgeport Symphony (GBS) continues their search for a new Music Director and Principal Conductor to take the baton from the beloved Eric Jacobsen who stepped down after nine years in 2023...
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The Klein Memorial Auditorium in Bridgeport
The Klein Memorial Auditorium
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Bridgeport
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Westport Country Playhouse will open its 2024-25 Season with “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem based on Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film, running from October 22 through November 9. Performance schedule is Tuesday at 7 p.m., Wednesday at 2 and 7 p.m., Thursday at 7 p.m., Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 3 and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. (No Wed. or Sat. matinees during preview week). Tickets start at $40.

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The 39 Steps

Westport Country Playhouse will open its 2024-25 Season with “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced frenzy of espionage and murderous mayhem based on Alfred Hitchcock’s classic film, running from October 22...
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Westport Country Playhouse in Westport
Westport Country Playhouse
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Westport
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Nov
9
Sat
Nov
9

Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights — a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a first generation Dominican-American corner bodega owner, and his friends and family are dealing with the pressures of rising rents and closing neighborhood businesses. As one family struggles to figure out how to pay for an Ivy League tuition for their brilliant and hard-working daughter, a young woman is trying to put a down payment on a new apartment, and Usnavi himself is trying to get back to the Dominican Republic to reconnect with his roots after the death of his parents. In Washington Heights, community is everything, and we see how each of these individuals struggles to survive and how these same individuals come together as a community to mourn their losses and rejoice in their triumphs. Over the course of the show, we see the hard-working residents of Washington Heights grapple with love and lust, identity and racism, all while the prospect of a winning lottery ticket hangs in the air, potentially changing the livelihoods of the people and the community forever. This revolutionary new musical combines Latin rhythms and dance with hip-hop lyrics to tell a captivating story about what it means to chase your dreams as you cling to your roots, and to celebrate the community from which you grew.

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In The Heights

Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights — a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a...
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Nov 9
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Downtown Cabaret Theatre in Bridgeport
Downtown Cabaret Theatre
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Bridgeport
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Nov
9
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Nov
9

Join us for our Fall Gala featuring Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton! Two time Grammy Award Winner and member of both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Elvis Costello is known for his classic hits, “Alison,” “Veronica,” “Watching the Detectives,” and countless more. Costello is the composer and lyricist of over six hundred published titles, including fifteen songs co-written with Paul McCartney and renowned collaborations with Allen Toussaint, the Brodsky Quartet, T Bone Burnett, and Burt Bacharach. In addition, Costello has composed songs for Roy Orbison, Chet Baker, Johnny Cash, and more. You won’t want to miss this legendary musician performing with The Imposters & Charlie Sexton in our intimate theater.

Part of the Ridgefield Playhouse Fundraiser Series

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Elvis Costello & The Imposters With Charlie Sexton – Fall Gala

Join us for our Fall Gala featuring Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton! Two time Grammy Award Winner and member of both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of...
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Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield
Ridgefield Playhouse
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Ridgefield
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Join us for our Fall Gala featuring Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton! Two time Grammy Award Winner and member of both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Elvis Costello is known for his classic hits, “Alison,” “Veronica,” “Watching the Detectives,” and countless more. Costello is the composer and lyricist of over six hundred published titles, including fifteen songs co-written with Paul McCartney and renowned collaborations with Allen Toussaint, the Brodsky Quartet, T Bone Burnett, and Burt Bacharach. In addition, Costello has composed songs for Roy Orbison, Chet Baker, Johnny Cash, and more. You won’t want to miss this legendary musician performing with The Imposters & Charlie Sexton in our intimate theater.

Part of the Ridgefield Playhouse Fundraiser Series

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Elvis Costello & The Imposters With Charlie Sexton – Fall Gala

Learn more here Join us for our Fall Gala featuring Elvis Costello & The Imposters with Charlie Sexton! Two time Grammy Award Winner and member of both the Songwriters Hall of Fame and Rock and...
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Ridgefield Playhouse in Ridgefield
Ridgefield Playhouse
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Ridgefield
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Nov
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Nov
9

Set in the vibrant, bohemian world of New York City's East Village, Rent follows a group of friends navigating life, love, and artistic dreams while grappling with the realities of poverty and illness. With a dynamic rock score and unforgettable characters, this Tony Award-winning musical by Jonathan Larson delivers a powerful message about living life to the fullest, no matter the obstacles. With its iconic songs, including "Seasons of Love," "La Vie Bohème," and "Take Me or Leave Me," Rent is a thrilling, emotional ride that will leave you inspired and moved.

**This production contains mature themes, scenes of intimacy, death, drug use and coarse language. Not recommended for children.

Photo Credit: Seth Barkan Photography

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The Wilton Playshop Presents the Musical RENT

Set in the vibrant, bohemian world of New York City's East Village, Rent follows a group of friends navigating life, love, and artistic dreams while grappling with the realities of...
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The Wilton Playshop in Wilton
The Wilton Playshop
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Wilton
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10
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10

The Gallery at GFC is proud to announce the opening of Jason Pritchard's latest show Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water's Path. The paintings in this exhibition feature the magical interplay between light and water along the coastline and within the communities that hug the shore. Jason captures water dancing, shimmering, or frozen as ice beneath cloud-filled New England skies. These gorgeously rendered works in oil are balm for the soul.

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Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water’s Path

The Gallery at GFC is proud to announce the opening of Jason Pritchard's latest show Riverbanks to Shorelines: The Art of Water's Path. The paintings in this exhibition feature the magical...
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The Gallery at GFC in Westport
The Gallery at GFC
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Westport
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Nov
10
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10

 Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library!

“My Story Revealed" invites you on a visual journey through the heart of personal and cultural narratives. This exhibit honors the art of storytelling by showcasing the compelling and diverse experiences of some of the 8-18 year old students taking part in our international Global Voices - ArtLink exchanges over three decades.

Whether their pieces are beautifully rendered or simply drawn, delightful or thought provoking, the creation of these pieces has been a journey of self-discovery. Through their work, the young artists have expressed their identities, shared their stories, and conveyed the aspects of their lives and society they treasure - or are concerned about.

This collection brings together diverse artistic youth voices from 28 ArtLink partner countries, transcending political systems and geographical boundaries. We believe that art is a universal language, uniting us through the shared experiences and dreams of its young creators, promoting a common humanity that will lead to a more peaceful future.

As you explore the exhibit, we invite you, the viewer, to reflect on your own story, your own journey, cultivating a deeper sense of empathy and appreciation for the multi-faceted tapestry of human experiences we are all part of. We hope to see you there!

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Creative Connections is a nonprofit in Norwalk, CT, dedicated to promoting global understanding and empathy through art-based exchanges between youth worldwide. We connect students in the U.S. with peers in other countries, encouraging cultural sharing and cross-cultural learning. We focus on fostering global citizenship and creative communication through programs like Global Voices - ArtLink, which highlights diverse perspectives and cultural storytelling.

Details:

The opening reception will be on 9/30 from 5:30-7:30pm

The exhibit will remain up until Spring 2025.

Where:New Canaan Library, New Canaan, CT

Please contact scanessa@creativeconnections.org with any questions.

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Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library.

Join us for "My Story Revealed", a global student art exhibit at the New Canaan Library! “My Story Revealed" invites you on a visual journey through the heart of personal and cultural narratives....
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Nov 10
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New Canaan Library in New Canaan
New Canaan Library
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New Canaan
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Nov
10

Featuring 2024-2025 Korry Fellow Lauren Clayton, and Regional Artists Holly Danger and Brian Kaspr, STACKED: MERGING LAYERS promises to be a kaleidoscope of colors and deeply meaningful messages.The three artists cross paths in their journey of creation, experimentation , stacks of sketchbooks, journals, and ephemera works that transcend their given mediums.

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STACKED: MERGING LAYERS

Featuring 2024-2025 Korry Fellow Lauren Clayton, and Regional Artists Holly Danger and Brian Kaspr, STACKED: MERGING LAYERS promises to be a kaleidoscope of colors and deeply meaningful...
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The Norwalk Art Space in Norwalk
The Norwalk Art Space
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Norwalk
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Nov
10
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10

A very moving art exhibition featuring three extraordinary Connecticut Artists expressing the essence and effect of shadow, light, the subliminal mind and the human spirit.

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THE DARK OF LIGHT

A very moving art exhibition featuring three extraordinary Connecticut Artists expressing the essence and effect of shadow, light, the subliminal mind and the human spirit.
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Bruce S. Kershner Gallery in Fairfield
Bruce S. Kershner Gallery
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Fairfield
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10
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10

Elisa Contemporary Art is pleased to present a Solo exhibit of the Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett. It is now open at the One River School in Westport. The exhibit will run from through November 27 at 833 Post Road East, Westport CT. Gallery hours are: Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm and Saturday/Sunday 10am - 2pm.

Join us for a Reception on Saturday, November 23 from 2-4pm

From color-infused paintings to video self-portraits, Paula Brett’s body of work incorporates various combinations of media dealing with ideas such as created identity, coincidence, ritual, and transitory spaces.

The limited edition photographs are Mandalas made from pieces of Candy, Jewels, Toys, Cars and other favorites. According to Paula, “The mandala symbolizes the law of the universe and since man is also a microcosm of the universe, many cultures believe that the mandala also symbolizes the human soul. Mandalas serve as collection point for universal forces…My intention with these mandalas is to arrange everyday sweets and favorite objects into a pattern which becomes sacred, where delicious turns divine, the enticing now exquisite.”

Brett has exhibited work in New York, CT, Chicago, San Francisco, Budapest and Romania.

About One River School:

Founded in 2012 in Englewood, NJ, “one river” west of New York City, One River School has embarked on a mission to "transform art education"® in America. Today, their innovative program teaches thousands of students in fifteen locations across six states. We are thrilled to be working with One River Westport.

About Elisa Contemporary Art

Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by

Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich

and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield

CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New

York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State.

For additional information, visit us at www.ElisaContemporaryArt.com or Instagram: @ElisaContemporary Art

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Solo Exhibit of Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett

Elisa Contemporary Art is pleased to present a Solo exhibit of the Candy and Toy Mandala Photographs by Paula Brett. It is now open at the One River School in Westport. The exhibit will run from...
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One River Westport in Westport
One River Westport
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Westport
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Nov
10
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Nov
10

The  American Fabrics Arts Building,  located at 1069 Connecticut Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, is proud to announce the  19th Annual Open Studios  event on  Saturday, November 9th, and Sunday, November 10th from 10am to 5pm.  Over 40 artists in the building are excited to welcome visitors of all ages for a weekend of art, raffles, and more. Visitors will see paintings, pottery, photography, fiber arts, bioplastic objects, and more. This is a unique chance to meet and interact with the artists, learn about their creative process, and purchase original pieces directly from the source.

Many artists are having studio sales, which will be a great opportunity for art enthusiasts, collectors, and anyone looking for a unique and meaningful gift for the upcoming holiday season.

In addition, there will be an onsite art raffle of original artworks to benefit local non-profit organizations. Ample onsite parking will be available for the convenience of visitors, and the building is wheelchair accessible with elevator service. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and diversity of the local art community. For more information, please visit the American Fabrics Arts Building website (www.amfabarts.com)) or follow them on Instagram (@amfabarts).

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American Fabrics Arts Building Annual Open Studios!

The American Fabrics Arts Building, located at 1069 Connecticut Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, is proud to announce the 19th Annual Open Studios event on Saturday, November 9th,...
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American Fabrics Arts Building in Bridgeport
American Fabrics Arts Building
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Bridgeport
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10

 An Exhibition Like No Other!

This groundbreaking exhibition highlights ongoing, cutting-edge dinosaur research by American Museum of Natural History paleontologists and other leading scientists from around the world.

It explores how paleontologists today are using an incredible array of new technologies — from bioengineering computer software to CT scans — along with new discoveries and new ideas to investigate and reinterpret many of the most persistent and puzzling mysteries of dinosaurs, such as what they really looked like and how they actually moved and behaved, as well as the complex and hotly debated theories of why — or even whether — they became extinct.

Exhibition organized by the American Museum of Natural History, New York, in collaboration with the Houston Museum of Natural Science; the California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco; The Field Museum, Chicago; and the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, Raleigh.

Made possible with generous support from GoHealth Urgent Care.

This exhibition is free for SM&NC Members, and included in the price of daily admission for visitors.

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Exhibition on View: Dinosaur Discoveries: Ancient Fossils, New Ideas

An Exhibition Like No Other! This groundbreaking exhibition highlights ongoing, cutting-edge dinosaur research by American Museum of Natural History paleontologists and other leading...
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Stamford Museum & Nature Center in Stamford
Stamford Museum & Nature Center
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Stamford
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Please join us for our annual Artisans Market at Silvermine Arts Center on Saturday November 9th and Sunday November 10th from 11 am-4 pm. Shop unique artisan made gifts from over 15 local creators including jewelry, ceramics, woodworking, glass, textiles, fashion, candles, accessories and original artwork.

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Artisans Market At Silvermine Arts Center

Please join us for our annual Artisans Market at Silvermine Arts Center on Saturday November 9th and Sunday November 10th from 11 am-4 pm. Shop unique artisan made gifts from over 15 local creators...
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Silvermine Galleries in New Canaan
Silvermine Galleries
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New Canaan
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Nov
10
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10

Free for all MoCA members; $10 admission for non-members; $8 admission for seniors and students

MoCA CT is excited to introduce ColleCTomania, an exhilarating exhibition displaying over 140 Swiss posters from the renowned collector Tom Strong. Strong is a New Haven, Connecticut-based graphic designer, photographer and collector who has spent sixty years amassing, displaying, sharing, and living amongst his archive. The exhibition, curated by Pamela Hovland and Karen Salsgiver, includes a widely diverse range of posters from the 1930s to the present.

Switzerland’s design culture has had a significant influence on the discipline of graphic design. Swiss posters in particular, especially those designed during the 1950s and 60s, have attained iconic status and are part of design education in schools across the globe. Created at uniform scale to be displayed in the streets of Zurich, Lucerne and Basel, these posters are now highly collectible, preserved in the archives of major museums and reproduced in art and design books.

Yale University’s graphic design program, the first in this country, was critical in disseminating the work and ideas of Swiss designers. Several influential practitioners were invited to New Haven to teach courses and workshops to students, including Tom Strong, eager to experiment with typography, form and craft. When Yale’s design graduates scattered around Connecticut and the country as both practicing and teaching designers, the visual language and ideology of the ‘Swiss International Style’ spread far and wide.

 

The poster as a large, public, graphic form has held its prominent place throughout the history of design. Tom Strong’s vast collection of Swiss posters, accumulated over six decades, spans the mid-century to today. His archive includes diverse and boundary-breaking visual strategies employed through inventive uses of type and typography, image-making, layering and collage. The posters illustrate myriad expressions in style, subject matter and ever-evolving technologies. Strong’s posters showcase both the outsized influence of Swiss design as well as the contemporary experimentation that builds on that legacy. Seeing the posters fill the gallery walls is pure visual delight.

“Why do I continue to collect Swiss posters? I guess you like Beethoven and then Stravinsky comes along with different principles, blows your head off. And then you go further, and you find more composers who you never knew anything about. The body and the brain and the ear are accustomed to surprise and difference and beauty. Other than that, I can’t defend it or describe it. These posters have power. You can’t deny it.”- Tom Strong

About the Collector, Tom Strong: 

Thomas Strong was born in 1938 in Hanover, New Hampshire. He graduated from Dartmouth College and served with the U.S. Army Security Agency in Germany and Turkey. In 1967, Tom received an MFA from the Yale School of Art and Architecture and later started the graphic design firm Strong Cohen with his co-founder, Marjorie Cohen. The firm focuses on the design of signage for architectural applications, primarily for colleges and universities. When Tom isn’t busy designing or installing signs across New Haven, he dedicates his time to revitalizing the neighborhood where he works, a commitment he’s upheld for the past two decades. As a board member of the Chapel West district, he plays a key role in its development. Beyond his civic involvement, Tom has cultivated a diverse collection, including Swiss posters, HO scale model trains, Braun products, National Park Service folders, and iconic posters from Yale and Otl Aicher’s 1972 Olympics.

About the Curators:

Pamela Hovland is a Wilton-based designer, educator, writer and visual activist. She has worked extensively in the areas of identity, print communications, signage and screen-based design for corporations, nonprofit organizations, cultural institutions and individuals. Her work has been recognized by multiple organizations and publications and included in regional, national and international exhibitions. Pamela received an MFA from Yale University where she is a Senior Critic in graphic design. She is a Fellow of the American Academy in Rome and a founding member of Class Action Collective, the art collective that uses design to effect social change.

Karen Salsgiver is the principal strategist and designer of the Westport-based graphic design firm Salsgiver Coveney Associates. For over four decades the studio has created design programs and communication solutions that tell the authentic story of a diverse range of corporate, educational and cultural institutions. The firm’s award-winning work has been published in multiple design books and publications. Karen earned a BS in Design and Environmental Analysis from Cornell University and an MFA from Yale University.

 

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ColleCTomania: MoCA CT

Free for all MoCA members; $10 admission for non-members; $8 admission for seniors and students MoCA CT is excited to introduce ColleCTomania, an exhilarating exhibition displaying...
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MoCA CT in Westport
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Westport
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 On View October 16, 2024 – March 9, 2025

In preparation for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, the Greenwich Historical Society presents a timely and dynamic exhibition that takes a fresh look at the impact of the Revolutionary War on our community.

The Revolution may have started in Massachusetts, but it soon spread to Connecticut, particularly Fairfield County and Greenwich, the gateway to Patriotic New England. With their safety and livelihood at risk, residents had to choose whether to support American Independence, to remain loyal to King George III or claim neutrality. This is the story of the people of Greenwich and their neighbors in Fairfield County, living, working, fighting, fleeing or dying on the front line of the Revolutionary War.

Original materials from the Revolution belonging to the Greenwich Historical Society, as well as other museums and archives, will be used to illustrate the impact of the War on our community.

The exhibition will be accompanied by a series of related programs and events

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Greenwich During the Revolutionary War: A Frontier Town on the Front Line

On View October 16, 2024 – March 9, 2025 In preparation for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 2026, the Greenwich Historical Society presents a timely and dynamic...
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Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich
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Greenwich
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Nov
10
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Nov
10

Our annual Open Studios highlights the LAA’s creativity and brings opportunities for the entire community to experience professional artists working in their studios and exhibiting artwork in beautifully appointed galleries,” executive director, Mark Macrides says. “Come and explore our studios and galleries, meet our artists, and experience a rare glimpse into the life of a working artist in a collaborative and professional environment. Art collectors, dealers, and anyone with an appreciation for high quality artwork will enjoy the opportunity to see the work of 30 diverse artists all in one location. Open Studios is a unique opportunity that brings the viewer and artist together in a way that differs from the typical gallery experience.”

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11/10/2024
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Arts & Culture
Visual Arts

Open Studios 2024

Our annual Open Studios highlights the LAA’s creativity and brings opportunities for the entire community to experience professional artists working in their studios and exhibiting artwork in...
Sunday
Nov 10
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12:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Loft Artists Association in Stamford
Loft Artists Association
Online Event
Stamford
Sun
Nov
10
Sun
Nov
10

Learn more about the current exhibition, ColleCTomania, from an expert docent. No advance registration required; all tours included in Museum admission. Remember, gallery admission is FREE for MoCA Members.

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11/10/2024
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Docent Led Tour: ColleCTomania

Learn more about the current exhibition, ColleCTomania, from an expert docent. No advance registration required; all tours included in Museum admission. Remember, gallery admission is...
Sunday
Nov 10
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1:00 pm
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2:30 pm
MoCA CT in Westport
MoCA CT
Online Event
Westport
Sun
Nov
10
Sun
Nov
10

The Carriage Barn Arts Center presents  Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy  Photography Exhibition of the Pulitzer prize-winning photographer from New Canaan October 12 - November 13, 2024

This new exhibition highlights the late Pulitzer-prize winning photographer’s 40-year career, as well as his connection to New Canaan, CT.  Curated with members of the photographer’s family, this first-ever retrospective features 80 photographs and additional archival materials that offer insight into Keating’s career and life as a photographer. The exhibition spans decades of his work and features editioned estate prints as well as rare and unique vintage silver gelatins printed by Keating that are available for sale.  

Born in 1956 and raised in New Canaan, CT, Edward Keating moved to New York City in 1981 to become a photographer. He taught himself how to photograph by chronicling the street life of everyday New Yorkers. 

Hired as a Staff Photographer at The New York Times in 1991, he covered national and international news. He was also a regular contributor to the Sunday New York Times Magazine. In addition, he co-founded the "Vows" wedding column. In 2002, Keating won the Pulitzer Prize for his coverage on the attacks of 9/11. He additionally shared the 2000 Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting with New York Times staff for the series, "How Race is Lived in America.” After leaving the Times in 2002, he became a regular contributor to New York Magazine, Rolling Stone Magazine, Vanity Fair and Time. 

From Kosovo to Crown Heights, Keating often put himself in the center of highly charged conflicts - ignoring the dangers -- to best capture the emotion, devastation and humanity with his camera.  Keating’s camera stayed around his neck until the very end. At just 65 years of age, he passed away in September 2021, as a result of many months of long exposure to toxic material while covering 9/11 at Ground Zero.

The Carriage Barn Arts Center is located in New Canaan's Waveny Park, hours are Wednesday-Saturday 10am-3pm and Sunday 1-5pm. Visit carriagebarn.org for more information.

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11/10/2024
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Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy, Photography Exhibition at the Carriage Barn Arts Center

The Carriage Barn Arts Center presents Edward Keating: A Fearless Legacy  Photography Exhibition of the Pulitzer prize-winning photographer from New Canaan October 12 - November 13,...
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Nov 10
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1:00 pm
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5:00 pm
Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan
Carriage Barn Arts Center
Online Event
New Canaan
Sun
Nov
10
Sun
Nov
10

The Greenwich Art Society presents:

NEW WORKSHOP!! DRAWING & PAINTING SKILLS FOR THE SERIOUS YOUNG ARTIST - AGES 9-12

KATHIE MILLIGAN

4 SUNDAYS Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17

1:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Tuition $325.00

This four-week workshop is for students who want to improve their drawing skills and transition into painting. Drawing fundamentals such as composition, light and shadow, negative space and mark making will be covered. Painting in black and white will lead to painting in the gray scale. We will touch on color theory and paint with acrylics for the last class.

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11/10/2024
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The Greenwich Art Society is offering Drawing & Painting for the Serious Young Artist

The Greenwich Art Society presents: NEW WORKSHOP!! DRAWING & PAINTING SKILLS FOR THE SERIOUS YOUNG ARTIST - AGES 9-12 KATHIE MILLIGAN 4 SUNDAYS Oct. 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm...
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Nov 10
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Greenwich Art Society Studio School in Greenwich
Greenwich Art Society Studio School
Online Event
Greenwich
Sun
Nov
10
Sun
Nov
10

Enjoy history and autumn splendor at the Weston History & Culture Center! Open Sundays and Thursdays from 1pm - 4pm, starting Thursday, October 24th - Sunday, November 24th, 2024. Closed on 10/31, 11/3, & 11/28. Explore "Weston...What Lies Beneath" - The yard of one of Weston’s oldest homes, the Peter Thorp House, reveals its past lives. Through objects, rare photographs, videos, and hands-on activities, discover what lies beneath and who lived above. Kids can dig for artifacts in the exhibit's fun Kids Corner. Follow the Peter Thorp House on Instagram: @peterthorphouse

Take a guided tour of the award-winning Coley House! On your tour, learn how the Coley family would have lived, worked, and played during the 1940s. Kids can play with toys and games from the 1940s, build with Lincoln Logs and type on an old typewriter!

Enjoy the autumn colors with a stroll through the whimsical Daniel E. Offutt, III Sculpture Garden

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11/10/2024
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History

Exhibits & Tours at Weston History & Culture Center

Enjoy history and autumn splendor at the Weston History & Culture Center! Open Sundays and Thursdays from 1pm - 4pm, starting Thursday, October 24th - Sunday, November 24th, 2024. Closed on...
Sunday
Nov 10
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1:00 pm
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4:00 pm
Weston History & Culture Center ( Weston Historical Society) in Weston
Weston History & Culture Center ( Weston Historical Society)
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Weston
Sun
Nov
10
Sun
Nov
10

The Wednesday Afternoon Musical Club opens its 126th season with a concert of classical music tunes that later became popular songs. The concert is a celebration of Joan Brainerd Noland (1924-2024), Soprano and Opera Impresario and will feature members of her Delphi Opera Studio as well as WAMC performers. Reception to follow. Free, donations gratefully accepted for WAMC Scholarship Fund

Arts Council
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11/10/2024
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Performing Arts

"RACH 2 POP" Classical Tunes That Topped the Charts

The Wednesday Afternoon Musical Club opens its 126th season with a concert of classical music tunes that later became popular songs. The concert is a celebration of Joan Brainerd Noland...
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Nov 10
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5:00 pm
Jesse Lee United Methodist Church in Easton
Jesse Lee United Methodist Church
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Easton
Sun
Nov
10
Sun
Nov
10

Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights — a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a first generation Dominican-American corner bodega owner, and his friends and family are dealing with the pressures of rising rents and closing neighborhood businesses. As one family struggles to figure out how to pay for an Ivy League tuition for their brilliant and hard-working daughter, a young woman is trying to put a down payment on a new apartment, and Usnavi himself is trying to get back to the Dominican Republic to reconnect with his roots after the death of his parents. In Washington Heights, community is everything, and we see how each of these individuals struggles to survive and how these same individuals come together as a community to mourn their losses and rejoice in their triumphs. Over the course of the show, we see the hard-working residents of Washington Heights grapple with love and lust, identity and racism, all while the prospect of a winning lottery ticket hangs in the air, potentially changing the livelihoods of the people and the community forever. This revolutionary new musical combines Latin rhythms and dance with hip-hop lyrics to tell a captivating story about what it means to chase your dreams as you cling to your roots, and to celebrate the community from which you grew.

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11/10/2024
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Performing Arts

In The Heights

Over the course of the Tony award-winning musical, In the Heights, we encounter the many colorful residents of Washington Heights — a New York City neighborhood on the brink of change. Usnavi, a...
Sunday
Nov 10
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3:30 pm
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5:30 pm
Downtown Cabaret Theatre in Bridgeport
Downtown Cabaret Theatre
Online Event
Bridgeport
Sun
Nov
10
Sun
Nov
10

Please join Wilton Library for a wonderful afternoon of music with the Wilton Chamber Players. For this event, Ralph Kirmser and Kyong Hee Cho will be joined by Bärli Nugent and Jeff Jones for pieces by Madeleine Dring, Rachmaninoff, Ravel, Shostakovich and Liu Zhuang.

Ralph Kirmser, oboe, has been oboist for the Madera Wind Quintet, the Prevailing Winds of Connecticut and the Morningside Wind Quintet of New York City. In 2000, he was oboist for Orvieto Musica, Orvieto, Italy. Dr. Kirmser is a resident of Wilton and has lived there with his wife, Sally, and their three children for 46 years.

Kyong Hee Cho began her piano career in Korea at the age of four. She attended the Manhattan School of Music as a merit scholar where she earned a BA and MA degree in piano performance. Kyong Hee has performed numerous solo concerts to benefit international medical and disaster relief. She teaches piano at her studio in Wilton.

Bärli Nugent is an alumna, former dean and faculty member of the Juilliard School. A member of the Artist-Faculty of the Aspen Music Festival for 30 years, she was principal flute of Marin Alsop’s Concordia Orchestra for 18 years. As the founding flutist of the Naumburg Award-winning Aspen Wind Quintet, she performed 1,000 concerts all over the world. She is now back living in her childhood home and is a volunteer with numerous wonderful local organizations.

Jeff Jones, violinist, never got to play for the Queen, but he did perform for three U.S. Presidents several times - John F. Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson, and Richard Nixon. After serious study with Donald Weilerstein at the Cleveland Institute of Music, Jeff secured positions with the Utah, Indianapolis and Baltimore Symphony Orchestras, the National Arts Centre Orchestra of Canada, and the Buffalo Philharmonic. Jeff's grandmother was born in 1877 in Bethel, CT, where, coincidentally, the Joneses now reside.

Registration strongly suggested.

Arts Council
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11/10/2024
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Performing Arts

CT's Own: Unexpected Treasures

Please join Wilton Library for a wonderful afternoon of music with the Wilton Chamber Players. For this event, Ralph Kirmser and Kyong Hee Cho will be joined by Bärli Nugent and Jeff Jones for...
Sunday
Nov 10
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4:00 pm
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5:00 pm
Wilton Library in Wilton
Wilton Library
Online Event
Wilton
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