Arts & Culture of Fairfield County

15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition

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Exhibition Dates: June 1 - August 24, 2025

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The Center for Contemporary Printmaking is delighted to announce the 15th Biennial International Miniature Print Competition and Exhibition. This juried competition and exhibition is limited to original prints that are no bigger than four square inches (25.8 sq cm). The miniature format encourages artists to explore the essence of their work and refine it to the most important details. It also provides an opportunity for artists from around the world to exhibit their work, and exposes the public to the most current interests of the international printmaking community. Since its inception in 1997, the competition has attracted diverse entries from thousands of artists across the globe.

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For 2025, 416 prints were submitted by 173 artists from 19 countries and 23 states. Juror Ann Shafer selected 89 works by 89 artists from 11 countries and 21 states.

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AWARDS JUROR

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Ann Shafer is an independent curator, art historian, and a leading expert on intaglio printmaking by Stanley William Hayter and Atelier 17. Formerly Shafer was associate curator of prints, drawings, and photographs at the Baltimore Museum of Art, where she curated a variety of exhibitions and hosted myriad classes and visitors. She also organized the museum’s Baltimore Contemporary Print Fair in 2012, 2015, and 2017, featuring an international array of twenty presses, publishers, and dealers. In April 2022, she mounted a new, independent print fair in Baltimore. She hosts the podcast Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem and writes a blog about favorite works of art (annshafer.com). Shafer has a BA from The College of Wooster and a MA from Williams College, both in art history. In addition to the BMA, Ann has worked at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Williams College Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art.

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Our new exhibition, VIEWPOINTS, features the work of three extraordinarily talented Connecticut artists using a variety of mediums to express their visions of culture, the elements of nature and the endless depth of the imagination. Be sure to visit the gallery to enjoy this amazing visual experience.

​

This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’ s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

​

The murals, designed by Untapped New York ’s artist Aaron Asis , are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

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The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

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Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

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Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

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To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

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sculpture outdoors and paintings in the gallery

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Opening reception on June 7th 2-5 Live music @ 2:30

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featuring a site specific installation of life-cast cement/concrete leaves by E.White

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see image below

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If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.

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Check out other library programs!

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Whether you're a seasoned grandmaster or a beginner eager to learn, this event offers an opportunity to test your strategic prowess. Engage in friendly matches, improve your chess skills, and enjoy intellectual challenges in a welcoming and inclusive environment!

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Check out other library events!

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Seating Chart

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Doors open at 6:00pm. Try to be seated by 6:30pm to have your dinner order taken. Showtime begins at 7:00pm when we transform the space into a theater.

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Out of respect for the performers and other patrons, please keep talking to a whisper during the performance.

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Very Limited Occupancy. Tables seating 2, 4, 5 guests, with tables for 6, 8, 12 available upon request. Single, general admission tickets are also available. See The Attached Seating Chart. Admission Is $15.00 - $25.00 Per Person, Ticket prices may be higher for special performances. Having problems with the ticketing system? Call 203-247-4273

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Parking: Please park in LaZingara's lot or on Greenwood Ave. or School Street. Please avoid parking in P.T. Barnum Square.

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Check out the band:

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Terry Wooten - Guitarist & Vocalist

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Hailing from Denton, Texas, blues man Terry Wooten is touring the New England blues circuit and is making a special appearance at LaZingara. Terry has been rippin’ up the blues music scene with his fiery vocals and guitar licks for more than 50 years, and has shared stages with Jim Weider Group and the Fabulous Thunderbirds, along with many other groups in Texas and throughout the country.

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Dave Savitsky - Saxophones

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Dave has been performing and instructing for 25 years. He studied with Jackie McLean at the University of Hartford and Andy McGee at Berklee College of Music. With various groups, Dave has opened for Johnny Winter, Tower of Power, Chicago, Train, Chris Robinson, Willie Nile, NRBQ, Soulive, and Robert Walter and has performed with Bernie Wallace, Jay Anderson, Mike Clink, Joel Rosenblatt, Adam Nussbaum, Ira Coleman, Melvin Sparks, and many other CT and NY musicians and recording projects, most recently with Kevin Quinn’s Protocol and producer Eric Kupper. Dave has been with the SUNY New Paltz Jazz Faculty for 15 years and lives in Bethel, CT.

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Mike Nunno - Bass

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Mike has performed with/and or recorded with avant-garde jazz guitar legend Sonny Sharrock. Blues legends Lucky Peterson, Phil and Buddy Guy, Sonny Rhodes, Eddie Kirkland, and James Carr. He has supported artists on many tours of Europe and other parts of the globe.

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Roger Post - Drummer

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Roger is a highly sought-after drummer/percussionist whose 52 years of experience have encompassed an incredible variety of styles and music. Big bands: New Haven Jazz Orchestra, Harold Zinno Big Band, Hartford Jazz Orchestra, Berkshire Big Band, Sonny Carroll Orchestra, Fairfield Counts, Rob Zappulla Orchestra, Bensen/Scott Big Band. Jazz Concerts with Bill Watrous, Marvin Stamm, Marshall McDonald, Houston Person, Bill Crow Broadway: 42nd St. (original), Ain’t Misbehavin’ (revival w/original cast), Cats, Saturday Night Fever, Falsettos, and Godspell revival. He has appeared in numerous recordings including; "Follow Me Follow my Groove" New York Louie and Friends, "The Partys' Over/Begun" and "Renovation" Kelly Rossum, "More Music for Trips" Electropolis, "Live" Karen Lyu and Global Jazz. Michael has recorded on many radio and television commercials most recently for Northwest Airlines. He has also performed on MPRs' "Prairie Home Companion", the Twin Cities Public Television series "Quarter Notes". Michael O'Brien teaches privately at the West Bank School of Music, Water Music, and substitute teaches at Music Tech. Michael teaches ensemble classes at MusicTech's Summer Workshops, has lectured at the College of St. Mary's, and was Guest Artist-in- Residency with the Minneapolis Public Schools.

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We're sorry, there are no refunds after tickets have been purchased. In the event of a pandemic, rain, snow, or other forms of weather which prohibit a performance, the performance date will be postponed and rescheduled for another date within a reasonable amount of time. If the new date is postponed, a future alternate date will be picked at the discretion of Bethel Jazz and the musical artist. The ticket holder will be notified of postponements, cancelations, and rescheduled dates via email. Tickets are non-refundable and may be transferred to another person in the event a purchaser cannot make the rescheduled date. In the event, an artist cancels a date, and Bethel Jazz is unable to reschedule the artist, Bethel Jazz reserves the right to provide a substitute performer of equal quality without notice to the ticket purchaser. If a date is canceled and not rescheduled, Bethel Jazz will provide a refund (in some cases minus the Eventbrite fee) or credit for another performance at the choice of the ticket holder. Bethel Jazz will always do its best to accommodate for changes in seating, table sizes, or changes to tickets.

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Westport Country Playhouse presents

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Wednesday, July 16 at 8PM

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Rosanne Cash

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with John Leventhal

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Designed by notable artist, writer, and curator Richard Klein, SIGHT AND SOUND: Artists Consider Long Island Sound invites audiences to delve into the Sound’s significance through diverse artistic perspectives, shedding light on its ecological resilience, rich cultural history,and striking natural beauty.

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 Week 5 Half Day July 14-18:   Jul   14  -  18th , 2025

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With Camp MoCA Instructors

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Ages:  4 - 10 |  $ 415

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• Half Day | 9:00-12:30
• Ages 4 - 10
• **Campers must be fully potty trained and bathroom independent**

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Join us for a week or more at Camp MoCA this summer! Camp MoCA 2025 season begins the week of June 9th and runs through the week of August 25th.  Please note: there is a separate registration pro-rated link for Week 3/July 4th week.

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During registration, you will be asked to purchase a Camp MoCA t-shirt for your camper. You only need to purchase 1 t-shirt for the season.

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• All campers must purchase a 2025 Camp MoCA CT t-shirt.
• T-shirts will be distributed to your camper on their first day at camp.

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Camp MoCA offers weekly art activities, hands-on agricultural lessons, and daily indoor and outdoor fun. Camp MoCA CT is led by certified art educators & CPR/First Aid-certified camp counselors. We are a fully-accredited youth camp held indoors in our spacious, air-conditioned classrooms and outdoors (weather permitting).

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• Tuition is refundable (except for administration fees) up to 48 hours after registration
• 50% of tuition refundable until May 31st
• Tuition is non-refundable on or after June 1st

​

On a typical day, campers will move through art lessons, immersive exhibition time, a science lesson in our working garden, time to play outside, and time to relax with calm, structured activities. We have specific plans to diversify instruction to meet the developmental needs of our campers, and we have special activities on some days when they have water play, ice cream, and dance parties, along with an informal camper talent show. On Fridays we have special programming where students get to exhibit their work in our galleries to their parents!

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We have a maximum of 24 campers – 2-3 instructors and 2-4 counselors on-site, along with a Camp Director. Campers bring with them nut-free snacks, lunch, and a water bottle.

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Camp MoCA CT is the perfect opportunity for parents to give their children a summer experience they will never forget. Our camp is fully accredited, so parents can rest assured that their children are in good hands. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all campers.

​

Sending your child to Camp MoCA CT is an investment in their future, providing them with a unique opportunity to explore their creativity, embrace their individuality, and develop a growth mindset. With a focus on agricultural lessons and featured artists, hands-on projects, and celebrating each camper's unique perspective, Camp MoCA CT offers a transformative experience that empowers campers to see themselves as members of a larger community.

​

At Camp MoCA, we believe that art is not just about creating beautiful objects; it's about fostering creativity, self-expression, and growth. Our agricultural lessons, for example, teach campers about the interconnectedness of our environment and the importance of taking care of the world around us. By engaging in hands-on projects in our working garden, campers learn about the importance of sustainable living and the power of collaboration. They learn that their actions impact the world around them and that they can make a difference in their community.

​

At Camp MoCA, we celebrate each camper's unique perspective and encourage them to embrace individuality. Providing a supportive and inclusive environment empowers campers to express themselves freely and explore their creativity without fear of judgment. Campers develop a growth mindset through this process that allows them to see failure as an opportunity to learn and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm and determination.

​

We believe all children should have access to creative expression, community building, and hands-on learning experiences, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. We are committed to providing opportunities for all children to attend Camp MoCA CT and participate in our unique and enriching programming. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and encourages a growth mindset, empowering children to see themselves as valuable community members. We believe that investing in a child's artistic education is an investment in their future, and we are dedicated to making this investment accessible to all.

​

Throughout the summer, our campers will participate in character-building activities that foster trustworthiness, responsibility, respect, fairness, citizenship, kindness, empathy, resilience, patience, perseverance, and open-mindedness. They will also engage in hands-on activities that promote sustainability and eco-friendliness, such as creating recycled art and designing a better future for their communities.

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15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition

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Exhibition Dates: June 1 - August 24, 2025

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The Center for Contemporary Printmaking is delighted to announce the 15th Biennial International Miniature Print Competition and Exhibition. This juried competition and exhibition is limited to original prints that are no bigger than four square inches (25.8 sq cm). The miniature format encourages artists to explore the essence of their work and refine it to the most important details. It also provides an opportunity for artists from around the world to exhibit their work, and exposes the public to the most current interests of the international printmaking community. Since its inception in 1997, the competition has attracted diverse entries from thousands of artists across the globe.

​

For 2025, 416 prints were submitted by 173 artists from 19 countries and 23 states. Juror Ann Shafer selected 89 works by 89 artists from 11 countries and 21 states.

​

AWARDS JUROR

​

Ann Shafer is an independent curator, art historian, and a leading expert on intaglio printmaking by Stanley William Hayter and Atelier 17. Formerly Shafer was associate curator of prints, drawings, and photographs at the Baltimore Museum of Art, where she curated a variety of exhibitions and hosted myriad classes and visitors. She also organized the museum’s Baltimore Contemporary Print Fair in 2012, 2015, and 2017, featuring an international array of twenty presses, publishers, and dealers. In April 2022, she mounted a new, independent print fair in Baltimore. She hosts the podcast Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem and writes a blog about favorite works of art (annshafer.com). Shafer has a BA from The College of Wooster and a MA from Williams College, both in art history. In addition to the BMA, Ann has worked at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Williams College Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art.

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Our new exhibition, VIEWPOINTS, features the work of three extraordinarily talented Connecticut artists using a variety of mediums to express their visions of culture, the elements of nature and the endless depth of the imagination. Be sure to visit the gallery to enjoy this amazing visual experience.

​

This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’ s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

​

The murals, designed by Untapped New York ’s artist Aaron Asis , are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

​

The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

​

Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

​

Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

​

To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

​

sculpture outdoors and paintings in the gallery

​

Opening reception on June 7th 2-5 Live music @ 2:30

​

featuring a site specific installation of life-cast cement/concrete leaves by E.White

​

see image below

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Join the Norwalk Film Festival & SoNo 1420 for this truly unique event which combines cinematic highlights paired with award-winning spirits.

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Start your movie night with Happy Hour from 5-7 PM at SoNo 1420’s bar and then join us in the distillery from 7-9PM for nautically charged movies and a guided whiskey tasting with SoNo Founder/Distiller/Former Navy Submarine Officer Ted Dumbauld.

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Ticket includes discounted drinks at the bar, whiskey tasting, and snacks.

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 An Evening of Creativity, Community, and Purpose

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Join us for a vibrant and inspiring evening at The PEHT Shop for Art of the Pour —a creative social where art meets impact.

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🌟 What to Expect :

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• Create your own pour painting masterpiece —no experience needed!
• Savor appetizers and sip on refreshing mocktails throughout the night.
• Enjoy 10% off all items in The PEHT Shop, exclusively for event guests.
• Get a behind-the-scenes look at PEHT’s mission to empower survivors of human trafficking and learn how our social enterprise is creating meaningful change.

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Whether you’re looking for a fun night out or a chance to connect with community through art and purpose, this event is for you. Come support, create, and be inspired.

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Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

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Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

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This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

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Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

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Pianist Chris Coogan has been one of the most popular performers in our area for many years, and for good reason: He “plays great”! Chris grew up here, and has chosen to make Fairfield County his home, as well as his home base for his many faceted music career. He is a world class jazz pianist, a sensitive and in demand accompanist for singers, a powerhouse Gospel pianist, choir director and bandleader, a highly effective and inspiring educator, and general all around amazing and good guy.

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The Jazz Rabbi met Chris shortly after moving to Westport almost 10 years ago, and realized they were cut from the same cloth. They share a deep spiritual attachment to African-American music that digs deep into its roots and extends out from there.

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Designed by notable artist, writer, and curator Richard Klein, SIGHT AND SOUND: Artists Consider Long Island Sound invites audiences to delve into the Sound’s significance through diverse artistic perspectives, shedding light on its ecological resilience, rich cultural history,and striking natural beauty.

​

 Week 5 Half Day July 14-18:   Jul   14  -  18th , 2025

​

With Camp MoCA Instructors

​

Ages:  4 - 10 |  $ 415

​

• Half Day | 9:00-12:30
• Ages 4 - 10
• **Campers must be fully potty trained and bathroom independent**

​

Join us for a week or more at Camp MoCA this summer! Camp MoCA 2025 season begins the week of June 9th and runs through the week of August 25th.  Please note: there is a separate registration pro-rated link for Week 3/July 4th week.

​

During registration, you will be asked to purchase a Camp MoCA t-shirt for your camper. You only need to purchase 1 t-shirt for the season.

​

• All campers must purchase a 2025 Camp MoCA CT t-shirt.
• T-shirts will be distributed to your camper on their first day at camp.

​

Camp MoCA offers weekly art activities, hands-on agricultural lessons, and daily indoor and outdoor fun. Camp MoCA CT is led by certified art educators & CPR/First Aid-certified camp counselors. We are a fully-accredited youth camp held indoors in our spacious, air-conditioned classrooms and outdoors (weather permitting).

​

• Tuition is refundable (except for administration fees) up to 48 hours after registration
• 50% of tuition refundable until May 31st
• Tuition is non-refundable on or after June 1st

​

On a typical day, campers will move through art lessons, immersive exhibition time, a science lesson in our working garden, time to play outside, and time to relax with calm, structured activities. We have specific plans to diversify instruction to meet the developmental needs of our campers, and we have special activities on some days when they have water play, ice cream, and dance parties, along with an informal camper talent show. On Fridays we have special programming where students get to exhibit their work in our galleries to their parents!

​

We have a maximum of 24 campers – 2-3 instructors and 2-4 counselors on-site, along with a Camp Director. Campers bring with them nut-free snacks, lunch, and a water bottle.

​

Camp MoCA CT is the perfect opportunity for parents to give their children a summer experience they will never forget. Our camp is fully accredited, so parents can rest assured that their children are in good hands. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all campers.

​

Sending your child to Camp MoCA CT is an investment in their future, providing them with a unique opportunity to explore their creativity, embrace their individuality, and develop a growth mindset. With a focus on agricultural lessons and featured artists, hands-on projects, and celebrating each camper's unique perspective, Camp MoCA CT offers a transformative experience that empowers campers to see themselves as members of a larger community.

​

At Camp MoCA, we believe that art is not just about creating beautiful objects; it's about fostering creativity, self-expression, and growth. Our agricultural lessons, for example, teach campers about the interconnectedness of our environment and the importance of taking care of the world around us. By engaging in hands-on projects in our working garden, campers learn about the importance of sustainable living and the power of collaboration. They learn that their actions impact the world around them and that they can make a difference in their community.

​

At Camp MoCA, we celebrate each camper's unique perspective and encourage them to embrace individuality. Providing a supportive and inclusive environment empowers campers to express themselves freely and explore their creativity without fear of judgment. Campers develop a growth mindset through this process that allows them to see failure as an opportunity to learn and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm and determination.

​

We believe all children should have access to creative expression, community building, and hands-on learning experiences, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. We are committed to providing opportunities for all children to attend Camp MoCA CT and participate in our unique and enriching programming. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and encourages a growth mindset, empowering children to see themselves as valuable community members. We believe that investing in a child's artistic education is an investment in their future, and we are dedicated to making this investment accessible to all.

​

Throughout the summer, our campers will participate in character-building activities that foster trustworthiness, responsibility, respect, fairness, citizenship, kindness, empathy, resilience, patience, perseverance, and open-mindedness. They will also engage in hands-on activities that promote sustainability and eco-friendliness, such as creating recycled art and designing a better future for their communities.

​

15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition

​

Exhibition Dates: June 1 - August 24, 2025

​

The Center for Contemporary Printmaking is delighted to announce the 15th Biennial International Miniature Print Competition and Exhibition. This juried competition and exhibition is limited to original prints that are no bigger than four square inches (25.8 sq cm). The miniature format encourages artists to explore the essence of their work and refine it to the most important details. It also provides an opportunity for artists from around the world to exhibit their work, and exposes the public to the most current interests of the international printmaking community. Since its inception in 1997, the competition has attracted diverse entries from thousands of artists across the globe.

​

For 2025, 416 prints were submitted by 173 artists from 19 countries and 23 states. Juror Ann Shafer selected 89 works by 89 artists from 11 countries and 21 states.

​

AWARDS JUROR

​

Ann Shafer is an independent curator, art historian, and a leading expert on intaglio printmaking by Stanley William Hayter and Atelier 17. Formerly Shafer was associate curator of prints, drawings, and photographs at the Baltimore Museum of Art, where she curated a variety of exhibitions and hosted myriad classes and visitors. She also organized the museum’s Baltimore Contemporary Print Fair in 2012, 2015, and 2017, featuring an international array of twenty presses, publishers, and dealers. In April 2022, she mounted a new, independent print fair in Baltimore. She hosts the podcast Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem and writes a blog about favorite works of art (annshafer.com). Shafer has a BA from The College of Wooster and a MA from Williams College, both in art history. In addition to the BMA, Ann has worked at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Williams College Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art.

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Our new exhibition, VIEWPOINTS, features the work of three extraordinarily talented Connecticut artists using a variety of mediums to express their visions of culture, the elements of nature and the endless depth of the imagination. Be sure to visit the gallery to enjoy this amazing visual experience.

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MONTHLY MARKETING MEETUPS at HAYVN

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IN-PERSON EVENT

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Friday, 7/18/25: 9am-5pm

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• 9:30am-10:30am: Ask The Experts
• 12pm-1pm: Marketing Collective Monthly Meetup
• 9am-5pm: Marketing Coworking Day - cowork at HAYVN for the day with your peers

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COST

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• HAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com
• Non-Members: $25, includes your day of coworking at HAYVN

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LOCATION

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• HAYVN Darien

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Join us for HAYVN'S Monthly Marketing Meetups which may include:

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• Connecting and exchanging insights and resources with fellow marketers across diverse fields, such as content creation, branding, design, video production, AI, and more.
• Featured expert guest speakers and workshops/training
• Ask The Experts
• Marketing Collective Meetup
• HAYVN Marketing Podcast
• How to participate in HAYVN's Marketing Cooperative
• Plus, marketers can cowork at HAYVN for the day

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ABOUT ASK THE EXPERTS: 9:30am-10:30am

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Join our interactive group session! Bring a burning marketing question and have it answered by HAYVN’s panel of multi-disciplinary marketing professionals. Open to public.

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ABOUT THE MARKETING COLLECTIVE: 12pm-1pm

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The HAYVN Marketing Collective is a dynamic group of marketing professionals who come together monthly to network, share insights, and exchange resources. Through guest speakers, interactive sessions, and masterminds, members collaborate to solve business challenges and work cross-functionally on paid marketing projects. This collective fosters innovation and teamwork, driving growth for businesses and entrepreneurs alike.

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ABOUT HAYVN HUB FOR MARKETING

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HAYVN’s membership boasts passionate marketers from every industry and marketing discipline – social, email, branding, strategy, design, video, copywriting, public relations and more. They provide a wealth of knowledge for the HAYVN community as well as a dynamic, supportive network for each other.

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The HAYVN Hub for Marketing is the newest addition to HAYVN’s roster of subject matter hubs that currently include Sustainability and Social Impact, Health and Wellness, Empowering Women and Entrepreneurship – all adding to the diverse mix of talented professionals that are a part of fabric of HAYVN.

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Questions? Contact communitymanager@hayvn.com

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CAN'T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications.

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CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour

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WANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events

Come and check out all the great stuff!

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This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’ s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

​

The murals, designed by Untapped New York ’s artist Aaron Asis , are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

​

The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

​

Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

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Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

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To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

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sculpture outdoors and paintings in the gallery

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Opening reception on June 7th 2-5 Live music @ 2:30

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featuring a site specific installation of life-cast cement/concrete leaves by E.White

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see image below

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Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Bridgeport. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Magical Movie Soundtracks at Bijou Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.

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General Info

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• Venue: Bijou Theatre
• Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
• Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 60 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
• Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult

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Accessibility:

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• View the FAQs for this event here
• Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
• If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
• Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Bridgeport
• To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here

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Tentative Program

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• Married Life - Up
• You’ve Got a Friend - Toy Story
• Let It Go - Frozen
• Colors of the Wind - Pocahontas
• Reflection - Mulan
• Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious - Mary Poppins
• Feed the Birds - Mary Poppins
• A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes - Cinderella
• Be Our Guest - Beauty and the Beast
• Kiss the Girl - The Little Mermaid
• Under the Sea - The Little Mermaid
• This Land - The Lion King
• Can You Feel the Love Tonight? - The Lion King
• Pure Imagination - Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
• Theme - The Avengers
• Theme - The Mandalorian
• Suite - Pirates of the Caribbean

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Performers

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Wanxinyi Huang CT

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Seating Map

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View Tickets

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 Meet & Greet upgrade includes:

• Photo with Walker Hayes before his concert
• Meet & Greet Laminate
• Lyric Sheet that Walker will sign for you.

* THIS IS JUST THE UPGRADE TO ATTEND THE MEET & GREET, A SEPARATE CONCERT TICKET IS REQUIRED TO ENTER THE VENUE * Links to purchase concert tickets can be found on Walker's official website here

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All Meet & Greet Passes will be left at the venue's box office under the name of the purchaser. Lyric sheets will be distributed at the Meet & Greet. M&G will take place before Walker takes the stage so plan to arrive when doors open. You will receive an email with specific timing and info within 48 hours of the concert.

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Upgrade purchases are non-refundable 

All weather event. There is no re-entry after leaving the venue. All bags are subject to search upon entry. Cameras with detachable lenses are not permitted.

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Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Connecticut. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Queen in The Bijou Theatre under the gentle glow of candlelight.

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General Info

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• Venue: Bijou Theatre
• Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector
• Duration: 65 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted)
• Age requirement: 8 years old or older. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult
• Accessibility: this venue is ADA compliant
• View the FAQs for this event here
• Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone
• If you would like to book a private concert or buy regular tickets for a large group (+30 people), click here
• Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Connecticut
• To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here

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Tentative Program

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• I Want to Break Free
• We Will Rock You
• Somebody to Love
• Radio Ga Ga
• Don't Stop Me Now
• Killer Queen
• Crazy Little Thing Called Love
• Who Wants to Live Forever
• Bohemian Rhapsody
• Love of My Life
• We Are the Champions
• Another One Bites the Dust

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Performers

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Xinyi String Quartet

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Seating Map

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View Tickets & More Info

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Designed by notable artist, writer, and curator Richard Klein, SIGHT AND SOUND: Artists Consider Long Island Sound invites audiences to delve into the Sound’s significance through diverse artistic perspectives, shedding light on its ecological resilience, rich cultural history,and striking natural beauty.

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15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition

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Exhibition Dates: June 1 - August 24, 2025

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The Center for Contemporary Printmaking is delighted to announce the 15th Biennial International Miniature Print Competition and Exhibition. This juried competition and exhibition is limited to original prints that are no bigger than four square inches (25.8 sq cm). The miniature format encourages artists to explore the essence of their work and refine it to the most important details. It also provides an opportunity for artists from around the world to exhibit their work, and exposes the public to the most current interests of the international printmaking community. Since its inception in 1997, the competition has attracted diverse entries from thousands of artists across the globe.

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For 2025, 416 prints were submitted by 173 artists from 19 countries and 23 states. Juror Ann Shafer selected 89 works by 89 artists from 11 countries and 21 states.

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AWARDS JUROR

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Ann Shafer is an independent curator, art historian, and a leading expert on intaglio printmaking by Stanley William Hayter and Atelier 17. Formerly Shafer was associate curator of prints, drawings, and photographs at the Baltimore Museum of Art, where she curated a variety of exhibitions and hosted myriad classes and visitors. She also organized the museum’s Baltimore Contemporary Print Fair in 2012, 2015, and 2017, featuring an international array of twenty presses, publishers, and dealers. In April 2022, she mounted a new, independent print fair in Baltimore. She hosts the podcast Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem and writes a blog about favorite works of art (annshafer.com). Shafer has a BA from The College of Wooster and a MA from Williams College, both in art history. In addition to the BMA, Ann has worked at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Williams College Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art.

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Come check out all the great stuff!

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Presented by the Stamford Art Association at MILL RIVER PARK'S Whittingham Discovery Center

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10 AM – 12 PM with complimentary workshops guided by experienced art instructors

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• Open to the public
• Instructed by Art teachers
• Elementary & Middle School
• No registration necessary
• Art supplies provided
• Take home art!

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This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’ s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

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The murals, designed by Untapped New York ’s artist Aaron Asis , are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

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The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

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About this event

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ADVANCE RESERVATIONS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED

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Capacity is limited to 48 passengers.

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Pirates are invading Sheffield Island Lighthouse. Children will get a glimpse of pirate life when they take a round-trip ferry ride to the Norwalk Seaport Association's "Pirates Weekend," taking place on the island.

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Once there, visitors will be greeted by pirate re-enactors who will entertain with pirate games, pirate songs, sea chanteys, storytelling and other activities.

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The Norwalk Seaport Association has owned, restored and maintained Sheffield Island Lighthouse since 1986 and is the official U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Friends group for the Norwalk Islands.

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This three (3) hour excursion begins with a narrated tour of the Norwalk harbor and its three historic Norwalk lighthouses, ending with a one hour stop at Sheffield Island Lighthouse.

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Sheffield Island with its historic lighthouse, beaches and wildlife refuge offers abundant summer fun for visitors.

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From May through September, visitors can board the Seaport Association's 45-foot C.J. Toth Catamaran for a harbor cruise ending with a one hour stop at Sheffield Island. Tour the Lighthouse, observe wildlife in their natural habitat in the Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, hunt for shells along the beach, dine on a picnic lunch, play on the lawns around the Lighthouse, and simply have a good time. During this unforgettable adventure tour of Sheffield Island and Lighthouse, you'll step directly from the boat into the past.

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The tower section of the Lighthouse is currently closed at this time. We invite our guests to use our newly installed antique telescope to capture magnificent views of the city and Sound.

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Round trip time is approximately 3 hours.

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Join us for one of the most exciting tours that the Norwalk Harbor Islands area has to offer! Sheffield Island is located in the outer reaches of Norwalk Harbor providing unique views of the city and the surrounding waterways.

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Your boat leaves from the Sheffield Island Lighthouse dock located at 70 Water Street in Historic South Norwalk.

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When making reservations, leave contact information that will be available for day of trip, including email and cell phone number. If there is a cancellation by our office due to weather conditions, WE WILL NOTIFY YOU VIA EMAIL. Please check your emails before leaving for your event. Tickets are non-refundable unless cancellation by Seaport Association.

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Tickets cannot be changed or refunded unless there is a weather cancellation.

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Boats sail promptly as scheduled, plan on arriving 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure. Parking information is available at https://www.parknorwalk.org.

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Tickets are nonrefundable unless there is a weather cancellation.

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Be sure to provide contact information (both email & text) in the event we are forced to cancel due to weather conditions.

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Sheffield Island Lighthouse and Ferry are available for private and corporate events, please call 203-838-9444 for more information.

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Coolers, carry-on bags, and other such must be stored beneath the seats per USCG regulations, no exceptions. Coolers cannot exceed 18"(H) x 18' (D) x 24" (W).

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 FIGURE DRAWING OPEN SESSION WITH MONITORS

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ELLEN GORDON & JOE FAMA

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4 SATURDAYS

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July 12, 26 / August 9, 23

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10:30 am to 1:30 pm

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Program Description

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Come draw the human figure in a twice a month open drawing session. Monitored, not instructed. Some fast poses to warm up and then one longer one. Unstructured so that you may use your choice of medium and size. Open to all levels. Age 16 and up.

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Our new exhibition, VIEWPOINTS, features the work of three extraordinarily talented Connecticut artists using a variety of mediums to express their visions of culture, the elements of nature and the endless depth of the imagination. Be sure to visit the gallery to enjoy this amazing visual experience.

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sculpture outdoors and paintings in the gallery

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Opening reception on June 7th 2-5 Live music @ 2:30

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featuring a site specific installation of life-cast cement/concrete leaves by E.White

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see image below

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Come discuss a book on the 3rd Saturday of each month. We alternate between fiction and nonfiction books. There will be a catch up session at end of the year to review everything from the year!

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January: Queer Privacy

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Feb: A Lady for a Duke- ALexis Hall

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March: Queer Palestine and the Empire of Critique

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May: Body Horror: Capitalism, Fear, Misogyny, Jokes

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June: Man O'War by Cory McCarthy

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July: Black on Both Sides: A Racial History of Trans Identity

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August: Hell Followed With Us by Andrew Joseph White

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Tickets are on sale now for a very special evening with Raquy and the Cavemen, the incredible duo of virtuoso drummers/multi-instrumentalists who bring hard rock energy to the mystical rhythms of the Middle East, at the historic Bijou Theatre CT on Saturday, July 19th! This concert will celebrate their new album release, “Hi”**.**

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https://www.eventbrite.com/e/j...

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Raquy Danziger is an internationally acclaimed musician, artist, teacher and composer. Considered to be one of the foremost experts and virtuosos on the oriental goblet drum known as the darbuka, Raquy is renowned for her electrifying performances.

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Through her concerts, compositions, and teaching methodology, Raquy has made a significant contribution toward elevating the darbuka from a humble folk drum to a shining solo instrument fit for a concert hall. Through her mission to introduce the darbuka to people all over the world, Raquy has inspired a new generation of players.

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In addition to drumming, Raquy plays the mystical twelve-string King Kemenche Tarhu, and is a disciple of the Azeri kemenche master Imamyar Hasanov and Arslan Hazretti.

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Tickets available here.

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Come join us and learn all the basic skills of macrame. In this three hour workshop led by Nerea Nicholson @nereanicholson, you will learn to make your very own wall piece and leave with finished work. All materials are provided, but you may want to bring your own scissors and a wooden stick about 1 inch thick. The price is $70, please register on our web site or text me and I'll save you a spot. Limited availability 5 ppl.

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Westport Country Playhouse presents

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Saturday, July 19 at 8PM

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Karma Kabaret

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The Spiritual Journey — And All That Jazz!

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Created and performed by M Zavidow with Chris Coogan on piano, John Mobilio on bass

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Part of the Barnstormer series , held in the Lucille Lortel White Barn Center.

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 Slippery When Wet

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Delivering explosive riffs, soaring vocals, and all the energy of a sold-out arena show, Slippery When Wet channels the spirit and spectacle of Bon Jovi at their absolute best. Audiences sing along to iconic hits like Livin’ on a Prayer , Wanted Dead or Alive , and You Give Love a Bad Name , as the band brings authentic passion to every electrifying performance.

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With packed venues nationwide and fans coming back for more, Slippery When Wet makes each concert an unforgettable rock celebration, capturing everything that made Bon Jovi legendary—bold, thrilling, and timeless rock 'n roll.

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This event is General Admission Standing Room Only on the Floor, and Reserved Seated in the Balcony.

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THE CRYSTAL METHOD

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To say that The Crystal Method is one of the most influential and well-respected acts in electronic music is an understatement. Originally heralding as a GRAMMY® nominated electronic duo, known for releasing several works with the likes of big names such as Rick Rubin and Ozzy Osbourne, Scott Kirkland still keeps the spirit alive as a solo act consistently showing loyal fans and new onlookers who's the boss.

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Links: Official Website | Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Spotify

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Designed by notable artist, writer, and curator Richard Klein, SIGHT AND SOUND: Artists Consider Long Island Sound invites audiences to delve into the Sound’s significance through diverse artistic perspectives, shedding light on its ecological resilience, rich cultural history,and striking natural beauty.

​

This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’ s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

​

The murals, designed by Untapped New York ’s artist Aaron Asis , are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

​

The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

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The “Women in Power” event is dedicated to reuniting young ladies with the purpose of helping them find their path and boosting their self-confidence.

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15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition

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Exhibition Dates: June 1 - August 24, 2025

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The Center for Contemporary Printmaking is delighted to announce the 15th Biennial International Miniature Print Competition and Exhibition. This juried competition and exhibition is limited to original prints that are no bigger than four square inches (25.8 sq cm). The miniature format encourages artists to explore the essence of their work and refine it to the most important details. It also provides an opportunity for artists from around the world to exhibit their work, and exposes the public to the most current interests of the international printmaking community. Since its inception in 1997, the competition has attracted diverse entries from thousands of artists across the globe.

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For 2025, 416 prints were submitted by 173 artists from 19 countries and 23 states. Juror Ann Shafer selected 89 works by 89 artists from 11 countries and 21 states.

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AWARDS JUROR

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Ann Shafer is an independent curator, art historian, and a leading expert on intaglio printmaking by Stanley William Hayter and Atelier 17. Formerly Shafer was associate curator of prints, drawings, and photographs at the Baltimore Museum of Art, where she curated a variety of exhibitions and hosted myriad classes and visitors. She also organized the museum’s Baltimore Contemporary Print Fair in 2012, 2015, and 2017, featuring an international array of twenty presses, publishers, and dealers. In April 2022, she mounted a new, independent print fair in Baltimore. She hosts the podcast Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem and writes a blog about favorite works of art (annshafer.com). Shafer has a BA from The College of Wooster and a MA from Williams College, both in art history. In addition to the BMA, Ann has worked at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Williams College Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art.

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Connecticut Pizza & Brew Fest with Brown Roofing is the ultimate pizza tasting in the state. The Festival will allow you to sample some of the best pizza and craft beers Connecticut has to offer. Also included will be panel discussions, live music and pizza contesting. General admission event runs 1pm-4pm with $3.00 slices and many other options available. For the ultimate pizza & brew experience, a limited VIP hour from 12pm-1pm allows guests to indulge in all-you-can-eat pizza samples and brew samples. Purchase the VIP package to access this. Patrons who buy this option are welcome to stay until the event ends at 4pm.

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Kick off your summer season at the annual JDV Lifestyle Group La Joie de Vivre Polo Experience.

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This exclusive event promises to deliver an experience that is unrivaled. Join key influencers and tastemakers for an immersive afternoon, complete with premium VIP lounge, delectable cuisine and specially curated cocktails crafted by local and international chefs and mixologists. All of this as you enjoy an adrenaline-filled, fast-paced polo match.

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This experience combines the essential ingredients that surpass the expectations and fulfills the appetite. Ladies come dressed in your most stylish outfits and gentlemen, ensure you’re dressed to impress for an afternoon celebrating La Joie de Vivre.

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Get your tickets today!

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JDV Polo experience will support scholarships for the following 501c3 charitable organization:

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CTO Foundation https://ctofoundation.org

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La Joie de vivre polo is a rain or shine event. We have curated all the perfect elements to make your experience memorable. All ticket sales are non-refundable.

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sculpture outdoors and paintings in the gallery

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Opening reception on June 7th 2-5 Live music @ 2:30

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featuring a site specific installation of life-cast cement/concrete leaves by E.White

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see image below

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Enjoy a tropical island vibe with delicious food, great music, and all-day fun at our Sounds of the Island Brunch & Day Party!

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The Friends of the Weston Library present Ukrainian Village Voices in concert, Sunday, July 20, at 4 pm at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church

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It’s almost time for the biggest, sexiest day party of the summer. Join us in Bridgeport CT for the ultimate experience.

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Westport Country Playhouse presents

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Sunday, July 20 at 7PM

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Steep Canyon Rangers

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 Week 6 Half Day:   Jul   21  -  25th , 2025

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With Camp MoCA Instructors

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Ages:  4 - 10 |  $ 415

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• Half Day | 9:00-12:30
• Ages 4 - 10
• **Campers must be fully potty trained and bathroom independent**

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Join us for a week or more at Camp MoCA this summer! Camp MoCA 2025 season begins the week of June 9th and runs through the week of August 25th.  Please note: there is a separate registration pro-rated link for Week 3/July 4th week.

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During registration, you will be asked to purchase a Camp MoCA t-shirt for your camper. You only need to purchase 1 t-shirt for the season.

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• All campers must purchase a 2025 Camp MoCA CT t-shirt.
• T-shirts will be distributed to your camper on their first day at camp.

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Camp MoCA offers weekly art activities, hands-on agricultural lessons, and daily indoor and outdoor fun. Camp MoCA CT is led by certified art educators & CPR/First Aid-certified camp counselors. We are a fully-accredited youth camp held indoors in our spacious, air-conditioned classrooms and outdoors (weather permitting).

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• Tuition is refundable (except for administration fees) up to 48 hours after registration
• 50% of tuition refundable until May 31st
• Tuition is non-refundable on or after June 1st

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On a typical day, campers will move through art lessons, immersive exhibition time, a science lesson in our working garden, time to play outside, and time to relax with calm, structured activities. We have specific plans to diversify instruction to meet the developmental needs of our campers, and we have special activities on some days when they have water play, ice cream, and dance parties, along with an informal camper talent show. On Fridays we have special programming where students get to exhibit their work in our galleries to their parents!

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We have a maximum of 24 campers – 2-3 instructors and 2-4 counselors on-site, along with a Camp Director. Campers bring with them nut-free snacks, lunch, and a water bottle.

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Camp MoCA CT is the perfect opportunity for parents to give their children a summer experience they will never forget. Our camp is fully accredited, so parents can rest assured that their children are in good hands. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all campers.

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Sending your child to Camp MoCA CT is an investment in their future, providing them with a unique opportunity to explore their creativity, embrace their individuality, and develop a growth mindset. With a focus on agricultural lessons and featured artists, hands-on projects, and celebrating each camper's unique perspective, Camp MoCA CT offers a transformative experience that empowers campers to see themselves as members of a larger community.

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At Camp MoCA, we believe that art is not just about creating beautiful objects; it's about fostering creativity, self-expression, and growth. Our agricultural lessons, for example, teach campers about the interconnectedness of our environment and the importance of taking care of the world around us. By engaging in hands-on projects in our working garden, campers learn about the importance of sustainable living and the power of collaboration. They learn that their actions impact the world around them and that they can make a difference in their community.

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At Camp MoCA, we celebrate each camper's unique perspective and encourage them to embrace individuality. Providing a supportive and inclusive environment empowers campers to express themselves freely and explore their creativity without fear of judgment. Campers develop a growth mindset through this process that allows them to see failure as an opportunity to learn and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm and determination.

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We believe all children should have access to creative expression, community building, and hands-on learning experiences, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. We are committed to providing opportunities for all children to attend Camp MoCA CT and participate in our unique and enriching programming. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and encourages a growth mindset, empowering children to see themselves as valuable community members. We believe that investing in a child's artistic education is an investment in their future, and we are dedicated to making this investment accessible to all.

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Throughout the summer, our campers will participate in character-building activities that foster trustworthiness, responsibility, respect, fairness, citizenship, kindness, empathy, resilience, patience, perseverance, and open-mindedness. They will also engage in hands-on activities that promote sustainability and eco-friendliness, such as creating recycled art and designing a better future for their communities.

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Our new exhibition, VIEWPOINTS, features the work of three extraordinarily talented Connecticut artists using a variety of mediums to express their visions of culture, the elements of nature and the endless depth of the imagination. Be sure to visit the gallery to enjoy this amazing visual experience.

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The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

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PORTRAIT DRAWING & PAINTING (with live model) with ANDREW LATTIMORE

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6 MONDAYS

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July 7 – August 11

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9:30 am to 12:30 pm

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Program Description

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We will be working from a live model. Emphasis will be on lighting, features, values, composition, background, drapery, and anatomy. We’ll focus on developing a technical proficiency in rendering the portrait while working from direct observation. Emphasis on understanding anatomy, proportion, value and form and how it relates to portrait drawing. We will also concentrate on the importance of a well-balanced and a thoughtfully executed piece through understanding composition using both drawing and painting mediums.

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Student work will be evaluated daily through individual critiques during class by the instructor.

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Highly Recommended Books:

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Atlas of Human Anatomy for the Artist, Stephen R. Peck

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Perspective Made Easy, Ernest Norling

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Suggested Books:

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Art and Fear, David Bayles & Ted Orland

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Art Spirit, Robert Henri

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Supply list on our website

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This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’ s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

​

The murals, designed by Untapped New York ’s artist Aaron Asis , are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

​

The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

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Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

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Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

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To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

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sculpture outdoors and paintings in the gallery

​

Opening reception on June 7th 2-5 Live music @ 2:30

​

featuring a site specific installation of life-cast cement/concrete leaves by E.White

​

see image below

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The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

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PORTRAIT DRAWING & PAINTING (with live model) with ANDREW LATTIMORE

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6 MONDAYS

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July 7 – August 11

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9:30 am to 12:30 pm

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Program Description

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We will be working from a live model. Emphasis will be on lighting, features, values, composition, background, drapery, and anatomy. We’ll focus on developing a technical proficiency in rendering the portrait while working from direct observation. Emphasis on understanding anatomy, proportion, value and form and how it relates to portrait drawing. We will also concentrate on the importance of a well-balanced and a thoughtfully executed piece through understanding composition using both drawing and painting mediums.

​

Student work will be evaluated daily through individual critiques during class by the instructor.

​

Special Notes

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• Highly Recommended Books:
• Atlas of Human Anatomy for the Artist, Stephen R. Peck
• Perspective Made Easy, Ernest Norling
• Suggested Books:
• Art and Fear, David Bayles & Ted Orland
• Art Spirit, Robert Henri

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Supply list on our website

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Join us on the first and third Mondays of every month for a new release/popular movie!

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Check out other library events

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This workshop provides prospective business owners with the tools they need to create an effective business plan. Using a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats) analysis will help them be proactive instead of reactive.

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It will assist in developing a real-world business strategy that is focused, realistic and tailored to your business.

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Attendees will learn:

• What a SWOT analysis is
• How to prepare a basic business plan
• How a SWOT analysis helps create a clear picture of an effective planning process by providing a reality check and help you think both short and long term
• How to use a SWOT analysis to provide an overall view of the key factors influencing the future of your business
• How to incorporate the results of the SWOT analysis into the preparation of a business plan

Presenter: Harvey Hoffman

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While in industry, Dr. Hoffman held positions ranging from research and development engineer, group manager, project manager to general manager. In aerospace, he worked on the space shuttle and the Titan rocket. He holds a patent for a Digital Scan Converter Employing an Accelerated Scan. He is the author of project management and capstone project books and more than twenty academic and technical papers. Dr. Hoffman teaches engineering management courses at Fairfield University. He recently retired as associate dean of the School of Engineering and Computing at Fairfield University.

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Event Sponsored by Fairfield Library 

 Week 6 Half Day:   Jul   21  -  25th , 2025

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With Camp MoCA Instructors

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Ages:  4 - 10 |  $ 415

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• Half Day | 9:00-12:30
• Ages 4 - 10
• **Campers must be fully potty trained and bathroom independent**

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Join us for a week or more at Camp MoCA this summer! Camp MoCA 2025 season begins the week of June 9th and runs through the week of August 25th.  Please note: there is a separate registration pro-rated link for Week 3/July 4th week.

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During registration, you will be asked to purchase a Camp MoCA t-shirt for your camper. You only need to purchase 1 t-shirt for the season.

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• All campers must purchase a 2025 Camp MoCA CT t-shirt.
• T-shirts will be distributed to your camper on their first day at camp.

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Camp MoCA offers weekly art activities, hands-on agricultural lessons, and daily indoor and outdoor fun. Camp MoCA CT is led by certified art educators & CPR/First Aid-certified camp counselors. We are a fully-accredited youth camp held indoors in our spacious, air-conditioned classrooms and outdoors (weather permitting).

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• Tuition is refundable (except for administration fees) up to 48 hours after registration
• 50% of tuition refundable until May 31st
• Tuition is non-refundable on or after June 1st

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On a typical day, campers will move through art lessons, immersive exhibition time, a science lesson in our working garden, time to play outside, and time to relax with calm, structured activities. We have specific plans to diversify instruction to meet the developmental needs of our campers, and we have special activities on some days when they have water play, ice cream, and dance parties, along with an informal camper talent show. On Fridays we have special programming where students get to exhibit their work in our galleries to their parents!

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We have a maximum of 24 campers – 2-3 instructors and 2-4 counselors on-site, along with a Camp Director. Campers bring with them nut-free snacks, lunch, and a water bottle.

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Camp MoCA CT is the perfect opportunity for parents to give their children a summer experience they will never forget. Our camp is fully accredited, so parents can rest assured that their children are in good hands. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all campers.

​

Sending your child to Camp MoCA CT is an investment in their future, providing them with a unique opportunity to explore their creativity, embrace their individuality, and develop a growth mindset. With a focus on agricultural lessons and featured artists, hands-on projects, and celebrating each camper's unique perspective, Camp MoCA CT offers a transformative experience that empowers campers to see themselves as members of a larger community.

​

At Camp MoCA, we believe that art is not just about creating beautiful objects; it's about fostering creativity, self-expression, and growth. Our agricultural lessons, for example, teach campers about the interconnectedness of our environment and the importance of taking care of the world around us. By engaging in hands-on projects in our working garden, campers learn about the importance of sustainable living and the power of collaboration. They learn that their actions impact the world around them and that they can make a difference in their community.

​

At Camp MoCA, we celebrate each camper's unique perspective and encourage them to embrace individuality. Providing a supportive and inclusive environment empowers campers to express themselves freely and explore their creativity without fear of judgment. Campers develop a growth mindset through this process that allows them to see failure as an opportunity to learn and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm and determination.

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We believe all children should have access to creative expression, community building, and hands-on learning experiences, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. We are committed to providing opportunities for all children to attend Camp MoCA CT and participate in our unique and enriching programming. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and encourages a growth mindset, empowering children to see themselves as valuable community members. We believe that investing in a child's artistic education is an investment in their future, and we are dedicated to making this investment accessible to all.

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Throughout the summer, our campers will participate in character-building activities that foster trustworthiness, responsibility, respect, fairness, citizenship, kindness, empathy, resilience, patience, perseverance, and open-mindedness. They will also engage in hands-on activities that promote sustainability and eco-friendliness, such as creating recycled art and designing a better future for their communities.

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15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition

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Exhibition Dates: June 1 - August 24, 2025

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The Center for Contemporary Printmaking is delighted to announce the 15th Biennial International Miniature Print Competition and Exhibition. This juried competition and exhibition is limited to original prints that are no bigger than four square inches (25.8 sq cm). The miniature format encourages artists to explore the essence of their work and refine it to the most important details. It also provides an opportunity for artists from around the world to exhibit their work, and exposes the public to the most current interests of the international printmaking community. Since its inception in 1997, the competition has attracted diverse entries from thousands of artists across the globe.

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For 2025, 416 prints were submitted by 173 artists from 19 countries and 23 states. Juror Ann Shafer selected 89 works by 89 artists from 11 countries and 21 states.

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AWARDS JUROR

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Ann Shafer is an independent curator, art historian, and a leading expert on intaglio printmaking by Stanley William Hayter and Atelier 17. Formerly Shafer was associate curator of prints, drawings, and photographs at the Baltimore Museum of Art, where she curated a variety of exhibitions and hosted myriad classes and visitors. She also organized the museum’s Baltimore Contemporary Print Fair in 2012, 2015, and 2017, featuring an international array of twenty presses, publishers, and dealers. In April 2022, she mounted a new, independent print fair in Baltimore. She hosts the podcast Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem and writes a blog about favorite works of art (annshafer.com). Shafer has a BA from The College of Wooster and a MA from Williams College, both in art history. In addition to the BMA, Ann has worked at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Williams College Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art.

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Our new exhibition, VIEWPOINTS, features the work of three extraordinarily talented Connecticut artists using a variety of mediums to express their visions of culture, the elements of nature and the endless depth of the imagination. Be sure to visit the gallery to enjoy this amazing visual experience.

​

This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’ s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

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The murals, designed by Untapped New York ’s artist Aaron Asis , are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

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The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

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The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

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ACRYLIC PAINTING FOR EVERYONE - ALL LEVELS

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JOE FAMA

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7 TUESDAYS

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July 8 - August 19

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10:00 am to 12:00 pm

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Students will discover the fundamentals needed to capture form, shading, composition, and study values with the three primary colors. Choices of subject matter range from figures, landscape, or still life. You will also be learning how to set up a full palette and how to create a strong compositional design. Students will learn to see and express color, values and the illusion of depth as they take their own photos as a point of inspiration to create their own interpretation rather than a copy.  Classes will include lectures, demonstrations, as well as individual instruction. If you are new to the class, please bring a drawing or painting as a sample of your skill level to the first class. 

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Max. 8 students.

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member discount available

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Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you. This program is for adults.

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Check out other library programs!

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Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

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Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

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To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

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sculpture outdoors and paintings in the gallery

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Opening reception on June 7th 2-5 Live music @ 2:30

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featuring a site specific installation of life-cast cement/concrete leaves by E.White

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see image below

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Kids in 3rd through 5th grade can come and play games, bring your friends and make new ones too!

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Check out other library programs!

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Party at La Plage Westport &

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Gold Coast Connect's Summer Networking Event!

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Join us at Westport's premier party spot La Plage Westport.

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Hosted by Randi Shapiro Lehrman

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The Patio Bar is the place to be for Summer!

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Meet, Mingle and Connect with the Gold Coast Connect Community at our Summer Networking Party, with networking the Gold Coast Connect Way!

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La Plage Westport is a waterfront casual Restaurant & Oyster Bar showcasing a coastal cuisine focused on locally harvested seafood and shellfish, garden fresh produce and sustainable meats, served in a relaxed atmosphere with views of the Saugatuck River and Long Island Sound.

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Event Location: La Plage Westport, 260 Compo Road South, Westport, CT 06880

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Date: Tuesday Jul 22, 2025 - Hours: 6pm-9pm

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Rain Date: July 23rd, 2025

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Hors d'oeuvres, Music, Cash Bar, On the Patio

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Mingle Tickets are $40 in Advance

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About Gold Coast Connect

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Gold Coast Connect is a Networking and Event Company, we produce a variety of events that connect businesses and consumers in a personal way. Our Social platforms are designed to promote our members businesses. Our Private Facebook Group for Fairfield County, CT has over 5000 active members, and is the ideal platform for our Gold Coast Members to connect, share and promote your businesses.

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@GoldCoastConnect

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https://www.facebook.com/groups/goldcoastconnect/

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Business Facebook Page: https://business.facebook.com/GoldCoastConnectLLC

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goldcoastconnectllc/

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More About La PLAGE Westport

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La PLAGE Westport is located at, 260 Compo Road South, Westport, CT.

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https://www.laplagewestport.com/

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@LaPlageWestport

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www.instagram.com/laplagewestport

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www.facebook.com/laplagewestport

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All weather event. There is no re-entry after leaving the venue. All bags are subject to search upon entry. Cameras with detachable lenses are not permitted.

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Designed by notable artist, writer, and curator Richard Klein, SIGHT AND SOUND: Artists Consider Long Island Sound invites audiences to delve into the Sound’s significance through diverse artistic perspectives, shedding light on its ecological resilience, rich cultural history,and striking natural beauty.

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 Week 6 Half Day:   Jul   21  -  25th , 2025

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With Camp MoCA Instructors

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Ages:  4 - 10 |  $ 415

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• Half Day | 9:00-12:30
• Ages 4 - 10
• **Campers must be fully potty trained and bathroom independent**

​

Join us for a week or more at Camp MoCA this summer! Camp MoCA 2025 season begins the week of June 9th and runs through the week of August 25th.  Please note: there is a separate registration pro-rated link for Week 3/July 4th week.

​

During registration, you will be asked to purchase a Camp MoCA t-shirt for your camper. You only need to purchase 1 t-shirt for the season.

​

• All campers must purchase a 2025 Camp MoCA CT t-shirt.
• T-shirts will be distributed to your camper on their first day at camp.

​

Camp MoCA offers weekly art activities, hands-on agricultural lessons, and daily indoor and outdoor fun. Camp MoCA CT is led by certified art educators & CPR/First Aid-certified camp counselors. We are a fully-accredited youth camp held indoors in our spacious, air-conditioned classrooms and outdoors (weather permitting).

​

• Tuition is refundable (except for administration fees) up to 48 hours after registration
• 50% of tuition refundable until May 31st
• Tuition is non-refundable on or after June 1st

​

On a typical day, campers will move through art lessons, immersive exhibition time, a science lesson in our working garden, time to play outside, and time to relax with calm, structured activities. We have specific plans to diversify instruction to meet the developmental needs of our campers, and we have special activities on some days when they have water play, ice cream, and dance parties, along with an informal camper talent show. On Fridays we have special programming where students get to exhibit their work in our galleries to their parents!

​

We have a maximum of 24 campers – 2-3 instructors and 2-4 counselors on-site, along with a Camp Director. Campers bring with them nut-free snacks, lunch, and a water bottle.

​

Camp MoCA CT is the perfect opportunity for parents to give their children a summer experience they will never forget. Our camp is fully accredited, so parents can rest assured that their children are in good hands. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment for all campers.

​

Sending your child to Camp MoCA CT is an investment in their future, providing them with a unique opportunity to explore their creativity, embrace their individuality, and develop a growth mindset. With a focus on agricultural lessons and featured artists, hands-on projects, and celebrating each camper's unique perspective, Camp MoCA CT offers a transformative experience that empowers campers to see themselves as members of a larger community.

​

At Camp MoCA, we believe that art is not just about creating beautiful objects; it's about fostering creativity, self-expression, and growth. Our agricultural lessons, for example, teach campers about the interconnectedness of our environment and the importance of taking care of the world around us. By engaging in hands-on projects in our working garden, campers learn about the importance of sustainable living and the power of collaboration. They learn that their actions impact the world around them and that they can make a difference in their community.

​

At Camp MoCA, we celebrate each camper's unique perspective and encourage them to embrace individuality. Providing a supportive and inclusive environment empowers campers to express themselves freely and explore their creativity without fear of judgment. Campers develop a growth mindset through this process that allows them to see failure as an opportunity to learn and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm and determination.

​

We believe all children should have access to creative expression, community building, and hands-on learning experiences, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. We are committed to providing opportunities for all children to attend Camp MoCA CT and participate in our unique and enriching programming. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and encourages a growth mindset, empowering children to see themselves as valuable community members. We believe that investing in a child's artistic education is an investment in their future, and we are dedicated to making this investment accessible to all.

​

Throughout the summer, our campers will participate in character-building activities that foster trustworthiness, responsibility, respect, fairness, citizenship, kindness, empathy, resilience, patience, perseverance, and open-mindedness. They will also engage in hands-on activities that promote sustainability and eco-friendliness, such as creating recycled art and designing a better future for their communities.

​

15th Biennial Miniature Print International Exhibition

​

Exhibition Dates: June 1 - August 24, 2025

​

The Center for Contemporary Printmaking is delighted to announce the 15th Biennial International Miniature Print Competition and Exhibition. This juried competition and exhibition is limited to original prints that are no bigger than four square inches (25.8 sq cm). The miniature format encourages artists to explore the essence of their work and refine it to the most important details. It also provides an opportunity for artists from around the world to exhibit their work, and exposes the public to the most current interests of the international printmaking community. Since its inception in 1997, the competition has attracted diverse entries from thousands of artists across the globe.

​

For 2025, 416 prints were submitted by 173 artists from 19 countries and 23 states. Juror Ann Shafer selected 89 works by 89 artists from 11 countries and 21 states.

​

AWARDS JUROR

​

Ann Shafer is an independent curator, art historian, and a leading expert on intaglio printmaking by Stanley William Hayter and Atelier 17. Formerly Shafer was associate curator of prints, drawings, and photographs at the Baltimore Museum of Art, where she curated a variety of exhibitions and hosted myriad classes and visitors. She also organized the museum’s Baltimore Contemporary Print Fair in 2012, 2015, and 2017, featuring an international array of twenty presses, publishers, and dealers. In April 2022, she mounted a new, independent print fair in Baltimore. She hosts the podcast Platemark: prints and the printmaking ecosystem and writes a blog about favorite works of art (annshafer.com). Shafer has a BA from The College of Wooster and a MA from Williams College, both in art history. In addition to the BMA, Ann has worked at the Whitney Museum of American Art, the Williams College Museum of Art, and the National Gallery of Art.

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Our new exhibition, VIEWPOINTS, features the work of three extraordinarily talented Connecticut artists using a variety of mediums to express their visions of culture, the elements of nature and the endless depth of the imagination. Be sure to visit the gallery to enjoy this amazing visual experience.

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The Geary Gallery of Darien proudly presents its July exhibition, "Likeness and Light," featuring the realistic paintings of Ridgefield, CT artist Steve Wolf. His exhibit runs July 2 - August 16. 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. Please note, the gallery will be closed the week of July 14th reopening on July 23rd. For more details, call (203) 655-6633 or visit our website: www.gearygallery.com.

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This spring and summer, historic buildings in downtown Greenwich will become canvases for large-scale murals featuring archival images of what those places looked like in the past, with text and images drawn from the Greenwich Historical Society’ s collections and include interactive QR codes, that when scanned, share those unique stories.

​

The murals, designed by Untapped New York ’s artist Aaron Asis , are in conjunction with a new series of guided walking tours exploring the history of Greenwich Avenue and its local businesses led by Justin Rivers, Untapped New York’s chief experience officer and Christopher Shields, Historical Society director of Library and Archives.

​

The Two Way Street exhibition by Greenwich Historical Society and Untapped New York at the Greenwich Arts Council is a companion to Rediscover Greenwich Avenue. This collaborative exhibition uses large-scale art site specific installations made from historic materials to explore how the Avenue’s identity has evolved and how it continues to serve as a hub of commerce and creativity in Greenwich.

​

Open Arts Alliance is thrilled to announce their Summerstage season with programs for students in grades 1-12 beginning June 23, 2025.

​

Budding performers and "veteran actors" alike are encouraged to make new friends and deepen their skills through production-based learning. This summer’s programming will offer a variety of classes and workshops, for students in 1st through 12th grade, and will introduce students to musicals in a condensed time frame with each 2-week session culminating in a full production. There’s something for everyone no matter their experience level-while maintaining an emphasis on student's personal growth. “We love summer at OAA,” says Program Director Cindy Busani. “It’s amazing what our students can do in two weeks. To watch a shy child blossom as they experience the stage for the first time or to see a returning student’s confidence grow because they were given the opportunity to shine on stage, these are the things that make everyone happy.”This summer Open Arts Alliance will present The Jungle Book KIDS and Regards to Broadway for students in grades 1 - 7 and Legally Blonde the Musical for students in grades 8 - 12. In addition, younger students can take part in a week-long Musical Theatre Dance Workshop specifically designed to teach fundamentals, while adding elements of storytelling, in the classic Broadway style.

​

To register for classes and take part in these exciting opportunities, or learn more about this 501c3 non-profit organization and it's work in the community, please visit www.openartsalliance.com

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