Arts & Culture of Fairfield County

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

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

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 This event will showcase the work of 2024-25 Korry Fellow Dooley-O, along with the work of renowned artist Jerry Gant. The exhibition is curated by Jahmane and pays tribute to the remarkable contributions of these two iconic figures in the world of hip hop. Dooley-O, a graffiti writer, rapper, and music producer from New Haven, Connecticut, broke new ground in the hip hop scene with his extraordinary talent. Jerry Gant, a Newark, NJ native who passed away in 2018, was a prolific graffiti artist, poet, and performer whose artistry went beyond the boundaries of hip hop. Through their groundbreaking art and unwavering dedication to their craft, these legends have made an enduring impact on the cultural landscape.

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 Sheffer Gallery

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September 7 through December 10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Sheffer Gallery

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September 7 through December 10

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

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

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

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

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

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For 25 years, CCP has held a fundraising event called Monothon. This “Marathon of Monotype Printmaking” is a unique form of fundraiser established in 1986 by Santa Fe artist, educator, and printer Ron Pokrasso. Our founder, Grace Ross Shanley adapted the fundraiser for our community, and it is now the longest continually running Monothon in the world.

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In recognition of the silver anniversary of CCP’s Monothon and the many artists, printmakers, and community members who have taken part during these years, our 2024 Fall exhibition brings together prints created during past years’ Monothons as well as new prints by artists who have been longtime participants of this event. Wall panels, video, and photographs accompany the artwork to explain how this event comes together and how monotype prints are made. Not only is Monothon our largest fundraising event of the year, it has also proven to be an excellent bridge helping us to celebrate printmaking and the arts in our community.

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

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This September, Geary Gallery and Accent Picture Framing of Darien proudly celebrate their 40th Anniversary with its September exhibit, "Brilliant Movement," featuring the seascapes and abstract paintings of Darien artist, Dana Goodfellow. Her exhibit runs September 4-28. All are welcome and admission is free. The Geary Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is located at 576 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820. For more details, call (203) 655-6633 or visit our website: https://www.gearygallery.com.

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Twenty-six area artists will be showcased in Wilton Library's September art exhibition "Weir Inspired: The Premiere Show of the Weir Farm Artist Collective." The Weir Farm Artist Collective, started in 2023, is a collaboration of independent artists following the tradition of creativity within the Weir Farm National Historical Park landscape. Its purpose is to inform, support, encourage, and engage accomplished artists of all mediums to share ideas, opportunities, and technical solutions. Local artists of all skill levels have the opportunity to connect and share during monthly meetings and paint-outs. 

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The artists from the group will be exhibiting their works in an array of styles, media choices, and subject matter. The artists are: Chris Bedell (Ridgefield), Robert Boger (Tumbull), Leslie Carone (South Salem, NY), Thomas Carruthers (Bethel), Joan Cone (Newtown), Roberta Delano (Westport), Diane Dooley (Redding), Jama Hansonbrook (North Salem, NY), Alice Hayes (Ridgefield), Eva Llanos (South Salem, NY), Kathie Milligan (Stamford), Bobbi Eike Mullen (Georgetown), Jill Nichols (Shelton), Kelsie Oreta (Southport), Penny Pearlman (Westport), Maria Reed (South Salem, NY), Malina Schneider (Danbury), Lesley Schwarzschild (Westport), Loure Shaw (Ridgefield), Day Shields (Wilton), Clarice Shirvell (Ridgefield), Ival Stratford Kovner (Bethel), Eileen Tavolacci (Redding), Christina Tugeau (Fairfield), Eugene Willingham (New Fairfield), and Jane Wright Wolf (Weston).

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Opening reception on Friday, September 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. is free and open to the public. Exhibition runs through September 25. A majority of the works will be available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the library. 

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The Carriage Barn’s Annual Member Show, opens on Saturday September 7, and will be open through Oct 6. This exhibition celebrates the range, interests, and talents of artist members working across all subjects, styles, and media.  

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Gallery Opening Hours

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Weds - Sat 10am-3pm

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Sundays 1-5pm

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Elisa Contemporary Art is thrilled to present a  solo exhibit  of the  botanical hand cut collage artwork  of  Deborah Weiss  at the  One River School in Westport.

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The exhibit will run from  now through September 27  at  833 Post Road East, Westport CT.

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Join us for a  reception on Saturday, September 21 from 2-4pm

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Working with hand dyed papers, cyanotypes, and other hand cut materials, Deborah Weiss puts a contemporary spin on traditional botanical drawings. 

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According to Weiss, “I choose to focus on silhouettes and unique color palettes. I usually spend time at the beginning of the week painting and dying papers.Once I am certain I have the range of colors I need, I will start to cut out the botanical shapes.

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I work on several compositions at once. This allows me to move the botanical shapes around until  I have found the right relationship of balance, color, and textures.

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As the work progresses, I also include vintage papers, cancelled postage stamps, antique books.”

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Deborah Weiss is a visual artist creating both works on panel and paper. She has exhibited throughout the US and in international exhibitions in China, Sweden, Italy, England and Denmark.

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About Elisa Contemporary Art:

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Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State. 

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About One River:

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

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The company has developed a unique method for teaching art and digital design classes to people of all ages. Very simply, One River's students have more fun, learn faster and produce more compelling creative outcomes.

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Our state-of-the-art facilities create an aspirational mindset that inspires our students to tap into their creative spirit. And, our proprietary / original lesson plans allow us to facilitate an educational experience that is differentiated from anyone else.

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One River also produces exhibitions from world class contemporary artists, which allows us to be the voice of contemporary art in our communities and to enhance our ability to "teach through the lens of living artists."

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Our team at One River is made up of passionate, mission-oriented art-centric professionals who are motivated to provide hospitality level service to our students.

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Join author Jared Stearns to discuss Pure: The Sexual Revolutions of Marilyn Chambers (Headpress 2024). The untold story of the world’s most famous X-rated star, the Westport native who rose to fame as the face of Ivory Snow laundry detergent (product tagline: 99 44/100% pure) and the star of Behind the Green Door but struggled to find her true self in a world of sex, scandal, and shattered dreams. 

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Chambers sustained a versatile three-decade career in entertainment, including roles in dramatic plays, a Broadway musical revue, her own television show, and the lead role in David Cronenberg’s film Rabid. But her success in adult films also proved to be her undoing. With recollections from family and friends, many of whom have never spoken publicly, along with Marilyn’s own words, and never-before-published photos, Jared Stearns vividly captures the revolutionary career of one of the twentieth century’s most misunderstood icons. 

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Tickets for this virtual event are free for members and $5 for nonmembers. To watch this program please use the direct link in your emailed purchase receipt. 

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Register online below. Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event you must cancel, we will consider your purchase a donation and will happily issue you a donation receipt. 

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https://westporthistory.org/event/marilyn-chambers/  

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To learn more about another groundbreaking Westport woman click here to explore our online exhibition about Sigrid Schultz. 

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 “BIG FACES,” an art exhibit featuring the work of Bridgeport Art Trail artists will be installed at ART/Place, the Fairfield Theater Company’s on-site Gallery. “BIG FACES” are large space portraits in various media, depicting proportional exaggerations of the human face expressing the feelings or shock evoked by sustained close contact with people of different backgrounds. Beginning on Sunday, Aug. 25 with a “Meet the Artists” reception from 2 - 4:30 p.m., that show will run through Sept. 18 at ART/Place, 70 Sanford Street, Fairfield CT. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Sunday 12 - 5 p.m.  

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A new show at the Rowayton Arts Center (RAC) called “RAC Masters” will be on view September 6 through October 5, 2024. This exhibition is a member-only small group show where each participating artist will present a body of work. Artists include: Michael Brennecke, Katharine Draper, Christy Gallagher, Hanneke Goedkoop, Ronnie Gold, Judith Orseck Katz, Lilly Langotsky, Robert Lansden, Karen Maloof, Pamela Tucker.

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The opening reception on Friday, September 6 from 5 pm to 7 pm is free and open to the public. Gallery hours after that are Tuesday through Friday from 12 to 5 pm plus Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm.

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RAC celebrates the study, creation and appreciation of the arts through classes, exhibitions and events open to all in the community. For over 60 years, this nonprofit organization has been a cultural gem in Rowayton, CT. The gallery and art school overlook the scenic Five Mile River at 145 Rowayton Avenue with space for regional artists to exhibit their art and a classroom for workshops and classes at all levels offered to children and adults. Visit rowaytonarts.org and follow @rowaytonarts.

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 Get ready for a lively conversation between New York Times bestselling author Laura Dave and her editor, New Canaan’s own Marysue Rucci, as they discuss her soon-to-be-released novel “The Night We Lost Him.” Laura Dave’s previous novel “The Last Thing He Told Me” sold over three million copies, was named a Reese Witherspoon Book Club Pick and is now a limited series on Apple TV+.

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The talk will begin at 1pm in the Jim and Dede Bartlett Auditorium. The event will conclude with a book sale and signing with Elm Street Books, and a reception featuring a taste of the intriguing recipe from “The Night We Lost Him”: a strawberry balsamic pizza!

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Stand Together Against Racism (S.T.A.R), in partnership with The Glass House and the Carriage Barn Arts Center, is hosting its third annual "Through Your Looking Glass" student art showcase. This event celebrates how art, design, and architecture can promote social justice, inclusion, equity, and diversity.

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Students of all ages from Fairfield County, CT, including college students, are invited to submit art that reflects a social justice topic that's important to them.  (Check out the S.T.A.R website to see what other students have submitted.) We welcome all forms of art, such as paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, sculpture, videos (including TikTok-style), or architectural designs.Art is due by November 9.

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This showcase is not a competition—all student artwork will be displayed at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan starting with an opening reception on Saturday, November 16. All artists, with their families and friends should plan to attend. The showcase will remain up for approximately two weeks.

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Fill out the pre-registration form linked iin this post so we know you intend to submit! When your art is ready, you'll complete a separate release form.

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 Join us to celebrate the opening of 'BEAUTIFALL MOMENTS' at The Ferguson Library. Our Opening Reception is FREE! Join us on Wednesday, September 18th 5:30-7PM on the third floor to meet local artists, enjoy light refreshments, and celebrate the incoming season.

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Everyone is invited to a free event that celebrates the artistic achievements of Iyaba Ibo Mandingo and his first solo exhibition at the Housatonic Museum of Art. Dine on delicious food, relish in spontaneous poetry, and dance to the DJ’s beats. Free & open to the public; RSVP requested but not required. All are welcome!

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I struggled for 30 years to write a novel worth publishing, and endured five failed attempts. But in that process, I was able to look back at my unpublished novels and recognize what I was doing wrong, especially in terms of plot. In this class, we’ll use a close read of my novel, “All the Secrets of the World” to unlock—in concrete terms—the secrets of plot: how to create rising action, how to manage chronology, how to craft riveting scenes, and how to make plausibility work for you. (Bonus: All who sign up will receive a signed first edition of the book!)

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A dowdy romantic-adventure writer is hurled into a real-life adventure in the Colombian jungle to save her sister, who will be killed if a treasure map is not delivered to her captors. A brash mercenary helps her out, and together, they search for the priceless gem located on the map.

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All attendees of this screening will be entered into a raffle to win a pair of tickets (one winner) to the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award Gala Honoring Michael Douglas!

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

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

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 This event will showcase the work of 2024-25 Korry Fellow Dooley-O, along with the work of renowned artist Jerry Gant. The exhibition is curated by Jahmane and pays tribute to the remarkable contributions of these two iconic figures in the world of hip hop. Dooley-O, a graffiti writer, rapper, and music producer from New Haven, Connecticut, broke new ground in the hip hop scene with his extraordinary talent. Jerry Gant, a Newark, NJ native who passed away in 2018, was a prolific graffiti artist, poet, and performer whose artistry went beyond the boundaries of hip hop. Through their groundbreaking art and unwavering dedication to their craft, these legends have made an enduring impact on the cultural landscape.

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For 25 years, CCP has held a fundraising event called Monothon. This “Marathon of Monotype Printmaking” is a unique form of fundraiser established in 1986 by Santa Fe artist, educator, and printer Ron Pokrasso. Our founder, Grace Ross Shanley adapted the fundraiser for our community, and it is now the longest continually running Monothon in the world.

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In recognition of the silver anniversary of CCP’s Monothon and the many artists, printmakers, and community members who have taken part during these years, our 2024 Fall exhibition brings together prints created during past years’ Monothons as well as new prints by artists who have been longtime participants of this event. Wall panels, video, and photographs accompany the artwork to explain how this event comes together and how monotype prints are made. Not only is Monothon our largest fundraising event of the year, it has also proven to be an excellent bridge helping us to celebrate printmaking and the arts in our community.

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 Sheffer Gallery

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September 7 through December 10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Sheffer Gallery

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September 7 through December 10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Take a day trip with us to discover Hill-Stead Museum, the 1901 Colonial Revival-style house designed by pioneering female architect Theodate Pope Riddle, and home to a magnificent collection of Impressionist masterpieces by Monet, Degas, Manet, Whistler and Cassatt; captivating Japanese woodblock prints; and superb decorative arts, all in an intimate family setting.

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A chartered bus will take us from the Stamford Museum & Nature Center to Hill-Stead Museum in Farmington, CT, where we will enjoy a docent-led 90 minute private group tour of the house, gardens, and grounds. A must-see for garden lovers and architecture enthusiasts! Transportation, admission, tour, artisanal boxed lunch from Marcia Selden Catering, and beverages (water, iced tea, and wine) are included. Space is limited.

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This September, Geary Gallery and Accent Picture Framing of Darien proudly celebrate their 40th Anniversary with its September exhibit, "Brilliant Movement," featuring the seascapes and abstract paintings of Darien artist, Dana Goodfellow. Her exhibit runs September 4-28. All are welcome and admission is free. The Geary Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is located at 576 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820. For more details, call (203) 655-6633 or visit our website: https://www.gearygallery.com.

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Twenty-six area artists will be showcased in Wilton Library's September art exhibition "Weir Inspired: The Premiere Show of the Weir Farm Artist Collective." The Weir Farm Artist Collective, started in 2023, is a collaboration of independent artists following the tradition of creativity within the Weir Farm National Historical Park landscape. Its purpose is to inform, support, encourage, and engage accomplished artists of all mediums to share ideas, opportunities, and technical solutions. Local artists of all skill levels have the opportunity to connect and share during monthly meetings and paint-outs. 

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The artists from the group will be exhibiting their works in an array of styles, media choices, and subject matter. The artists are: Chris Bedell (Ridgefield), Robert Boger (Tumbull), Leslie Carone (South Salem, NY), Thomas Carruthers (Bethel), Joan Cone (Newtown), Roberta Delano (Westport), Diane Dooley (Redding), Jama Hansonbrook (North Salem, NY), Alice Hayes (Ridgefield), Eva Llanos (South Salem, NY), Kathie Milligan (Stamford), Bobbi Eike Mullen (Georgetown), Jill Nichols (Shelton), Kelsie Oreta (Southport), Penny Pearlman (Westport), Maria Reed (South Salem, NY), Malina Schneider (Danbury), Lesley Schwarzschild (Westport), Loure Shaw (Ridgefield), Day Shields (Wilton), Clarice Shirvell (Ridgefield), Ival Stratford Kovner (Bethel), Eileen Tavolacci (Redding), Christina Tugeau (Fairfield), Eugene Willingham (New Fairfield), and Jane Wright Wolf (Weston).

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Opening reception on Friday, September 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. is free and open to the public. Exhibition runs through September 25. A majority of the works will be available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the library. 

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The Carriage Barn’s Annual Member Show, opens on Saturday September 7, and will be open through Oct 6. This exhibition celebrates the range, interests, and talents of artist members working across all subjects, styles, and media.  

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Gallery Opening Hours

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Weds - Sat 10am-3pm

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Sundays 1-5pm

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Elisa Contemporary Art is thrilled to present a  solo exhibit  of the  botanical hand cut collage artwork  of  Deborah Weiss  at the  One River School in Westport.

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The exhibit will run from  now through September 27  at  833 Post Road East, Westport CT.

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Join us for a  reception on Saturday, September 21 from 2-4pm

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Working with hand dyed papers, cyanotypes, and other hand cut materials, Deborah Weiss puts a contemporary spin on traditional botanical drawings. 

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According to Weiss, “I choose to focus on silhouettes and unique color palettes. I usually spend time at the beginning of the week painting and dying papers.Once I am certain I have the range of colors I need, I will start to cut out the botanical shapes.

​

I work on several compositions at once. This allows me to move the botanical shapes around until  I have found the right relationship of balance, color, and textures.

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As the work progresses, I also include vintage papers, cancelled postage stamps, antique books.”

​

Deborah Weiss is a visual artist creating both works on panel and paper. She has exhibited throughout the US and in international exhibitions in China, Sweden, Italy, England and Denmark.

​

About Elisa Contemporary Art:

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Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State. 

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About One River:

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

​

The company has developed a unique method for teaching art and digital design classes to people of all ages. Very simply, One River's students have more fun, learn faster and produce more compelling creative outcomes.

​

Our state-of-the-art facilities create an aspirational mindset that inspires our students to tap into their creative spirit. And, our proprietary / original lesson plans allow us to facilitate an educational experience that is differentiated from anyone else.

​

One River also produces exhibitions from world class contemporary artists, which allows us to be the voice of contemporary art in our communities and to enhance our ability to "teach through the lens of living artists."

​

Our team at One River is made up of passionate, mission-oriented art-centric professionals who are motivated to provide hospitality level service to our students.

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The Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market will begin its 2024 season on Thursday, July 11, at McLevy Green and will be open every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. through October 31, 2024.

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VENDORS

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Shoppers can expect to find the following vendors every week, along with special appearances by others who will drop in on occasion.

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Farmers + Food

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Blissful Awakening’s Urban Regenerative Farm, Bridgeport, CT

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Killam & Bassette Farmstead, South Glastonbury, CT

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Smith’s Acres Farm, Niantic, CT

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Betzy’s Latin Cuisine, Bridgeport, CT

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Natural Juices, Bridgeport, CT

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Artisan Crafts

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Love Is Beauty, Bridgeport, CT

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Parker’s Pampering, Bridgeport, CT

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Rico Suave Accessories, Bridgeport, CT

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Skeletons In My Closet Vintage, Bridgeport, CT

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Information Providers

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American Jobs Center, Bridgeport, CT

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Bridgeport Public Library, Bridgeport, CT

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CTRides and Greater Bridgeport Transit

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Liberation Programs, Bridgeport, CT

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Travelers on a Mission, Bridgeport, CT

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WEBE 108 FM, Milford, CT

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Special guests depending on the week will include Access Independence, Boys and Girls Village, cARTie, Food Rescue US, Preserve Remington Woods, and Recovery Network of Programs.

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BRIDGEPORT BUCKS PROGRAM

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In an effort to make healthy food more accessible to Bridgeport residents, the DSSD has partnered with the Bridgeport Farmers Market Collaborative to offer the Bridgeport Bucks Program. Bridgeport Bucks is a coupon that can be used to purchase fruit and vegetables at any one of the Bridgeport farmers markets. Businesses, community-based organizations, and nonprofit organizations purchase Bridgeport Bucks as incentives or rewards to provide to clients, employees, or community groups. For more information, visit the Bridgeport Farmers Market Collaborative website: https://bridgeportfarmersmarkets.org/.

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SNAP MATCHING PROGRAM

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The Bridgeport DSSD has also partnered with the Bridgeport Farmers Market Collaborative to accept SNAP/EBT, WIC, Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks (for WIC and Senior recipients), and Bridgeport Bucks along with cash, credit, and debit at the Downtown Bridgeport Farmers Market. The market operates an incentive matching program so that for every $1 in SNAP, WIC, or Senior FMNP funds spent at the market, the customer can purchase $2 in fresh fruits and vegetables.

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For more information about vendors, visit: colorfulbridgeport.com/downtown-market. Follow the market on Instagram and Facebook at @colorfulbridgeport. 

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Water is the essence of life, captivating with its beauty and vital for our existence. Fluid Realities invited artists to delve into the multifaceted nature of water, examining its aesthetic allure, our profound relationship with it, and the myriad challenges it confronts. This national juried exhibit seeks to showcase diverse perspectives on water's significance, from its serene and mesmerizing qualities to the pressing environmental threats it faces due to human activity. Through various mediums, artists were encouraged to highlight the delicate balance between water's inherent beauty and its vulnerability, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of this precious resource.

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August 11 to September 21, 2024

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Opening Reception: Sunday, August 11, 1 to 3 PM

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A new show at the Rowayton Arts Center (RAC) called “RAC Masters” will be on view September 6 through October 5, 2024. This exhibition is a member-only small group show where each participating artist will present a body of work. Artists include: Michael Brennecke, Katharine Draper, Christy Gallagher, Hanneke Goedkoop, Ronnie Gold, Judith Orseck Katz, Lilly Langotsky, Robert Lansden, Karen Maloof, Pamela Tucker.

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The opening reception on Friday, September 6 from 5 pm to 7 pm is free and open to the public. Gallery hours after that are Tuesday through Friday from 12 to 5 pm plus Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm.

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RAC celebrates the study, creation and appreciation of the arts through classes, exhibitions and events open to all in the community. For over 60 years, this nonprofit organization has been a cultural gem in Rowayton, CT. The gallery and art school overlook the scenic Five Mile River at 145 Rowayton Avenue with space for regional artists to exhibit their art and a classroom for workshops and classes at all levels offered to children and adults. Visit rowaytonarts.org and follow @rowaytonarts.

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Stand Together Against Racism (S.T.A.R), in partnership with The Glass House and the Carriage Barn Arts Center, is hosting its third annual "Through Your Looking Glass" student art showcase. This event celebrates how art, design, and architecture can promote social justice, inclusion, equity, and diversity.

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Students of all ages from Fairfield County, CT, including college students, are invited to submit art that reflects a social justice topic that's important to them.  (Check out the S.T.A.R website to see what other students have submitted.) We welcome all forms of art, such as paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, sculpture, videos (including TikTok-style), or architectural designs.Art is due by November 9.

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This showcase is not a competition—all student artwork will be displayed at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan starting with an opening reception on Saturday, November 16. All artists, with their families and friends should plan to attend. The showcase will remain up for approximately two weeks.

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Fill out the pre-registration form linked iin this post so we know you intend to submit! When your art is ready, you'll complete a separate release form.

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The Greenwich Art Society is offering:

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FIGURE DRAWING IN THE STUDIO

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NOMI SILVERMAN

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8 THURSDAYS

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Sept. 19 – Nov. 14 (Except Oct. 24)

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5:00 pm to 7:30 pm

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Life Drawing in the Studio with Nomi Silverman

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

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

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Greenwich Art Society, 299 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich CT

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203.629.1533

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For more information, supply list or online registration visit

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www.greenwichartsociety.org

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 Four Thursdays: September 12, 19, 26, and October 17, 6 – 7:30 PM

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Join artist Lauren Adelman to consider how artists use photographs as inspiration in this studio class for adults. Participants will experiment with collage and printmaking techniques. No art making experience required. 

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This class is $250 for Non-Members and $225 for Members. Supplies are provided.

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Advanced registration required.

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Members, please click here to register. 

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Not a member? Join now to enjoy member perks!  

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KMA Adult Courses: Photographs in Multiple (Four Classes) (simpletix.com)

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Events · Katonah Museum of Art

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The Flinn Gallery is honored to launch its 2024-25 season with a unique solo exhibition,  The Elusive Art of Kumi Yamashita. Curated by Leslee Asch, the exhibition displays Kumi Yamashita’s works of unconventional vision, versatility, and variety. The Opening Reception will be September 19 from 6-8pm.

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Kumi Yamashita uses simple materials to yield surprising results. In describing her shadow work and the elusive qualities of light, she says, “I sculpt using both light and shadow. I construct single or multiple objects and place them in relation to a single light source. The complete artwork is therefore comprised of both the material (the solid objects) and the immaterial (the light or shadow.)”

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In addition to Yamashita’s Light & Shadow series, the exhibition includes provocative portraits created by winding a single unbroken sewing thread around thousands of small galvanized nails.

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Equally enticing is a piece of denim in which the threads have been systematically removed to create an enchanting portrait. Yamashita describes her process for this piece as, “Sometimes there is something beautiful about things falling apart. Undoing one thing while simultaneously creating another. Here I’ve taken fabric and pulled out bits and pieces of the lighter color thread to create the image.”

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Yamashita’s work has been widely praised both nationally and internationally. Her solo shows include the Seattle Art Museum, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Esplanade - Theaters on the Bay in Singapore as well as museums in Taiwan, China and Japan. She has been in numerous museum group shows, including the Louvre’s Musée des Arts Décoratifs, the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery and San Francisco’s Exploratorium.

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Yamashita’s work allows viewers to expand their understanding of the possibilities of the varied media she skillfully employs, and the breadth of her vision. Curator Leslee Asch adds, “The work must be seen in person to be appreciated; expect the unexpected.”

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Kumi Yamashita lives and works in Woodstock, NY. She was born in Takasaki, Japan, and received her MFA from Glasgow School of Art, Scotland, and her BFA from Cornish College of Arts in Seattle, WA. Yamashita’s work can be found in impressive public collections such as Microsoft, American Express, Le Meridien, Shenyang, China; Tokyo’s Akiru Medical Center, and permanent collections at numerous museums. 

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The Elusive Art of Kumi Yamashita opens with a reception

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from 6-8pm on September 19.

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The Flinn Gallery which is located on the second floor of the Greenwich Library,

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101 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT.

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The show will run through November 6.

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The Flinn Gallery is a non-profit organization sponsored by Friends of the Greenwich Library.

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Gallery hours are Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm Thursday 10am-8pm, and Sunday 1-5pm.

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Events:

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Opening Reception: Thursday, September 19 from 6-8pm

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Artist Talk: Saturday, October 26 at 2pm

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Join us for this discussion of the new Bridgeport based true crime book The Disquieting Death of Emma Gill: Abortion, Death, and Concealment in Victorian New England with author Marcia Biederman!

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This event will be in person and livestreamed.

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Book details: In 1898, a group of schoolboys in Bridgeport, Connecticut discovered gruesome packages under a bridge holding the dismembered remains of a young woman.

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Finding that the dead woman had just undergone an abortion, prosecutors raced to establish her identity and fix blame for her death. Suspicion fell on Nancy Guilford, half of a married pair of “doctors” well known to police throughout New England.

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A fascinated public followed the suspect’s flight from justice, as many rooted for the fugitive. The Disquieting Death of Emma Gill takes a close look not only at the Guilfords, but also at the cultural shifts and social compacts that allowed their practice to flourish while abortion was both illegal and unregulated.

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The Norwalk Historical Society and Building Community through Music present a Night at the Museum, rocking out with the "Cooked Up" band in this FREE outdoor concert! Bring a lawn chair and relax.  Playing deep tracks from Alt to Americana, Classic to New Wave, Punk to Pop, 60's-now, on  Thursday, September 19, 2024, 6:30-8:00pm in the garden at the Norwalk Historical Society Museum , 141 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Entrance and free parking at Norwalk City Hall, 125 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Register: https://bit.ly/NHSM_CookedUp

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Rain date: Sunday, 9/22/2024 @ 1:00pm. The event is free. Bring a lawn chair. 

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Thank you to our generous sponsor: Tuliptree Site Design.

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The Norwalk Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) organization.

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In partnership with the organization INTEMPO, New Canaan Library presents a vibrant concert that celebrates Latinidad. Soundscapes from Latino America showcases INTEMPO's talented teaching artists and advanced students, performing the diverse musical traditions of Latin America. This annual event promises high-level artistry in a cultural celebration not to be missed.

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About INTEMPO:

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Founded in 2011, INTEMPO provides high-quality music education to children predominantly from immigrant backgrounds and from communities underrepresented in the arts. Its mission is to engage, educate, and enrich the lives of children by making classical and intercultural music relevant, accessible, and inclusive, and to help close the achievement gap by developing their musical, social-emotional, and interpersonal skills. INTEMPO has been recognized at the local and national level for the quality of its programs and its efforts to promote arts and cultural equity. For more information, visit intempo.org.

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When the rise of the German Third Reich menaced the world, American journalist Sigrid Schultz risked it all to out-scoop her male rivals and give readers the unvarnished truth - whether they wanted it or not. In partnership with Plumline Films, preview the documentary created in-part with material from Westport Museum about the preeminent American correspondent who covered Germany for the entire period between the wars: From the liberal exuberance of Weimar Berlin to the rise and fall of the Nazi regime. Appointed the first-ever woman bureau chief for The Chicago Tribune, Schultz ingeniously broke some of the biggest stories of the age. She was one of the first to see the true threat Hitler posed and was ruefully derided as “that dragon from Chicago” by Hermann Goering, the infamous Nazi deputy leader. Facing constant threats of expulsion and worse, Schultz pierced through the veil of Nazi lies in every one of her stories. 

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However, for all her accomplishments, Schultz’s story has been largely - and perplexingly - left out of the history books. This full-length film will explore the full arc of her extraordinary career: from her heady days as a young cub reporter covering Germany’s messy, new democratic Weimar Republic; to writing in secret under the alias “John Dickson” to avoid Nazi censors; to her anguish at seeing the Buchenwald concentration camp, followed by her descent into relative obscurity in Westport, Connecticut. What was it like to witness such a catastrophe unfold in real time, and what made her one of the greatest foreign correspondents of the 20th Century? 

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The Thursday evening event will feature a short preview of the unfinished film, a talkback with the film's producer, and admission to the one-night only display of museum artifacts owned by Schultz including her war correspondent uniform. Enjoy light refreshments while learning more about this historic woman with all the evening’s proceeds going to support the museum’s award-winning exhibitions, programs and research. 

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Get your member tickets for $5 now, $10 for non-members. Limited quantities will be available at the door. Purchase your tickets using the online form or the below link. Tickets are nonrefundable. In the event you must cancel, we will consider your purchase a donation and will happily issue you a donation receipt. 

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https://westporthistory.org/event/dragon-film/ 

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Refreshments provided by Mrs. London's Bakery & Cafè. 

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Can’t make the event but want to support the museum? Make a tax-deductible donation using the below link  

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https://westporthistory.org/donate/  

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Join us on September 19 for a musical celebration as part of our Hispanic Heritage Month Benefit Concert Series! Soundscapes from Latino America showcases INTEMPO's talented teaching artists and advanced students performing the diverse musical traditions of Latin America all while we celebrate the richness of Hispanic culture and raise funds for our students! This annual event promises high-level artistry in a cultural celebration not to be missed.

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About INTEMPO:

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Founded in 2011, INTEMPO provides high-quality music education to children predominantly from immigrant backgrounds and from communities underrepresented in the arts. Its mission is to engage, educate, and enrich the lives of children by making classical and intercultural music relevant, accessible, and inclusive, and to help close the achievement gap by developing their musical, social-emotional, and interpersonal skills. INTEMPO has been recognized at the local and national level for the quality of its programs and its efforts to promote arts and cultural equity. For more information, visit intempo.org.

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Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC) MainStage, Fairfield County's professional award-winning theatre company, proudly opens its 38th MainStage Season with Terrence McNally's  Master Class.  This compelling drama, winner of the 1996 Tony Award for Best Play, offers a riveting portrayal of the legendary opera singer Maria Callas as she navigates a master class filled with sharp wit, deep emotion, and unflinching honesty. The production runs from September 13th through the 29th, with performances on Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2pm & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm, and, new to MTC, two Thursday performances on September 19th and 26th at 7pm.

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Master Class  delves into the life of Maria Callas, an opera superstar whose larger-than-life persona and immense talent left an indelible mark on the world of music. As Callas conducts a vocal master class, she shares with her students not just her technical expertise but also the personal memories that shaped her career. The audience is drawn into a captivating exploration of Callas's tumultuous journey, from her meteoric rise to the challenges of love, loss, and the relentless pursuit of artistic perfection.

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Please join us for an Author Talk program with Anya Liftig, a performance artist who grew up straddling suburban Connecticut and rural Appalachia, as she discusses her memoir Holler Rat with writer Marcelle Soviero.

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Holler Rat, published in August 2023, landed on the USA Today best seller list and has been reviewed as an ideal alternative to JD Vance's Hillbilly Elegy. Publisher's Weekly wrote, "Readers put off by the sermonizing of Hillbilly Elegy may find this glimpse at Appalachia more illuminating."

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Anya Liftig grew up with a foot in two very different worlds. While her mother's upbringing was so rural that the other kids called her "holler rat," her father came from a comfortable upper-middle-class Jewish family. Liftig spent school years in affluent Westport, Connecticut and summers in the holler. Shaped by the experience, she would go on to win a scholarship to Yale and become an acclaimed artist, using provocative performances to explore the contradictions and unanswered questions of her life. But when the world Liftig was building for herself shattered, she was forced to reconcile where she'd come from with who she was and who she wanted to be.

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A writer and artist, Anya Liftig has had her creative work exhibited at Tate Modern and MoMA, and published in The New York Times Magazine and BOMB. She lives in Connecticut.

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Marcelle Soviero is a writer, coach, educator and founder of Marcelle Ink, a boutique consulting firm offering services, workshops and classes for writers and creatives. She is the author of An Iridescent Life and co-editor of This is Childhood. Her memoir, Born Guilty, is forthcoming.

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Elm Street Books will be selling copies of Holler Rat and Anya will sign them after her talk. A portion of the proceeds will go to Wilton Library.

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

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Registration required.

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The Matsiko World Orphan Choir, comprised of 24  gifted and spirited teenagers, are winding up their 2024 tour across America singing and dancing to songs from their native Africa. This free concert is a gift to Westport from an anonymous benefactor, intended to expand our musical and cultural horizons. It features a performance of the Choir’s recorded collaboration with the jazz greats of the Amina Figarova Sextet performing the original   "Suite For Africa” from her album of the same name (Amfi Records, 2024).

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The Choir’s mission is “to use the unifying power of music to uplift every child, bring joy to all who listen, and inspire generosity to provide a complete education for vulnerable children.” Performances by the Choir fund the Liberian children’s education while developing their musical talents and teamwork.

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This collaboration with Amina Figarova was inspired by her travels to Africa, and a subsequent fateful flight with her husband, flautist Bart Platteau, where she met students from the Matsiko World Orphan Choir on the plane.  It touched Amina’s heart to connect with some of the  talented students who were orphaned, in poverty  or at-risk.  Amina became determined to help these children who use music to create a positive future, and was inspired to compose and record a suite to showcase their talent.

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The talent and exuberance of the Matsiko World Orphan Choir matches their ambition! In the United States, they have performed at the White House, House of Congress, Disneyland, Mount Rushmore, Google and Microsoft Corporate events and the Rose Bowl, to name a few. After Westport, notably, they are headed directly to Yale University and then in a couple of weeks, Dizzy’s Club at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

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This rare free concert in Westport promises to be an unforgettable, cultural delight for the whole family!

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Information to register for your free tickets is on the JazzFC website below.

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Details:

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Register for FREE TICKETS at www. JazzFC.org

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Who: The Matsiko World Orphan Choir and Amina Figarova and Ensemble

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Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024, 7:30 PM

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Venue: Bedford Middle School

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Address: 88 North Ave, Westport, CT 06880

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 Jimmy Vivino  (aka  Jimmy V ) has always considered himself “a blues man with a job”. Although best known for serving 26 years as Conan O’Brien’s musical director, guitarist and bandleader, his experience in the music business predates that by 20 plus years.

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Jimmy V  has produced, lead bands and recorded with a countless number rock and roll and blues artists for five decades including the likes of  Hubert Sumlin, Warren Haynes, Bob Weir, Keith Richards, Elvis Costello, Johnnie Johnson, Son Seals, Shemekia Copeland, Levon Helm, Phoebe Snow, Dion, Laura Nyro, Bob Margolin, Lowell Fulson, John Sebastian, Joe Louis Walker  and  Al Kooper  to name a few. When not producing, recording or touring with other artists, Jimmy still tours the country and the world with his own band and is due to release a new blues album later on this year (2022).

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A musician all his life, Jimmy also devotes his time to organizations that are close to his heart and helping to promote causes such as The Blues Foundation, Songs of Love to help terminally ill children, and God’s Love We Deliver charity to feed the Hungry to name a few.

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 This event will showcase the work of 2024-25 Korry Fellow Dooley-O, along with the work of renowned artist Jerry Gant. The exhibition is curated by Jahmane and pays tribute to the remarkable contributions of these two iconic figures in the world of hip hop. Dooley-O, a graffiti writer, rapper, and music producer from New Haven, Connecticut, broke new ground in the hip hop scene with his extraordinary talent. Jerry Gant, a Newark, NJ native who passed away in 2018, was a prolific graffiti artist, poet, and performer whose artistry went beyond the boundaries of hip hop. Through their groundbreaking art and unwavering dedication to their craft, these legends have made an enduring impact on the cultural landscape.

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For 25 years, CCP has held a fundraising event called Monothon. This “Marathon of Monotype Printmaking” is a unique form of fundraiser established in 1986 by Santa Fe artist, educator, and printer Ron Pokrasso. Our founder, Grace Ross Shanley adapted the fundraiser for our community, and it is now the longest continually running Monothon in the world.

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In recognition of the silver anniversary of CCP’s Monothon and the many artists, printmakers, and community members who have taken part during these years, our 2024 Fall exhibition brings together prints created during past years’ Monothons as well as new prints by artists who have been longtime participants of this event. Wall panels, video, and photographs accompany the artwork to explain how this event comes together and how monotype prints are made. Not only is Monothon our largest fundraising event of the year, it has also proven to be an excellent bridge helping us to celebrate printmaking and the arts in our community.

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 Sheffer Gallery

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September 7 through December 10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Sheffer Gallery

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September 7 through December 10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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This September, Geary Gallery and Accent Picture Framing of Darien proudly celebrate their 40th Anniversary with its September exhibit, "Brilliant Movement," featuring the seascapes and abstract paintings of Darien artist, Dana Goodfellow. Her exhibit runs September 4-28. All are welcome and admission is free. The Geary Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is located at 576 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820. For more details, call (203) 655-6633 or visit our website: https://www.gearygallery.com.

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The Carriage Barn’s Annual Member Show, opens on Saturday September 7, and will be open through Oct 6. This exhibition celebrates the range, interests, and talents of artist members working across all subjects, styles, and media.  

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Gallery Opening Hours

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Weds - Sat 10am-3pm

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Sundays 1-5pm

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Twenty-six area artists will be showcased in Wilton Library's September art exhibition "Weir Inspired: The Premiere Show of the Weir Farm Artist Collective." The Weir Farm Artist Collective, started in 2023, is a collaboration of independent artists following the tradition of creativity within the Weir Farm National Historical Park landscape. Its purpose is to inform, support, encourage, and engage accomplished artists of all mediums to share ideas, opportunities, and technical solutions. Local artists of all skill levels have the opportunity to connect and share during monthly meetings and paint-outs. 

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The artists from the group will be exhibiting their works in an array of styles, media choices, and subject matter. The artists are: Chris Bedell (Ridgefield), Robert Boger (Tumbull), Leslie Carone (South Salem, NY), Thomas Carruthers (Bethel), Joan Cone (Newtown), Roberta Delano (Westport), Diane Dooley (Redding), Jama Hansonbrook (North Salem, NY), Alice Hayes (Ridgefield), Eva Llanos (South Salem, NY), Kathie Milligan (Stamford), Bobbi Eike Mullen (Georgetown), Jill Nichols (Shelton), Kelsie Oreta (Southport), Penny Pearlman (Westport), Maria Reed (South Salem, NY), Malina Schneider (Danbury), Lesley Schwarzschild (Westport), Loure Shaw (Ridgefield), Day Shields (Wilton), Clarice Shirvell (Ridgefield), Ival Stratford Kovner (Bethel), Eileen Tavolacci (Redding), Christina Tugeau (Fairfield), Eugene Willingham (New Fairfield), and Jane Wright Wolf (Weston).

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Opening reception on Friday, September 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. is free and open to the public. Exhibition runs through September 25. A majority of the works will be available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the library. 

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The Flinn Gallery is honored to launch its 2024-25 season with a unique solo exhibition,  The Elusive Art of Kumi Yamashita. Curated by Leslee Asch, the exhibition displays Kumi Yamashita’s works of unconventional vision, versatility, and variety. The Opening Reception will be September 19 from 6-8pm.

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Kumi Yamashita uses simple materials to yield surprising results. In describing her shadow work and the elusive qualities of light, she says, “I sculpt using both light and shadow. I construct single or multiple objects and place them in relation to a single light source. The complete artwork is therefore comprised of both the material (the solid objects) and the immaterial (the light or shadow.)”

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In addition to Yamashita’s Light & Shadow series, the exhibition includes provocative portraits created by winding a single unbroken sewing thread around thousands of small galvanized nails.

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Equally enticing is a piece of denim in which the threads have been systematically removed to create an enchanting portrait. Yamashita describes her process for this piece as, “Sometimes there is something beautiful about things falling apart. Undoing one thing while simultaneously creating another. Here I’ve taken fabric and pulled out bits and pieces of the lighter color thread to create the image.”

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Yamashita’s work has been widely praised both nationally and internationally. Her solo shows include the Seattle Art Museum, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Esplanade - Theaters on the Bay in Singapore as well as museums in Taiwan, China and Japan. She has been in numerous museum group shows, including the Louvre’s Musée des Arts Décoratifs, the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery and San Francisco’s Exploratorium.

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Yamashita’s work allows viewers to expand their understanding of the possibilities of the varied media she skillfully employs, and the breadth of her vision. Curator Leslee Asch adds, “The work must be seen in person to be appreciated; expect the unexpected.”

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Kumi Yamashita lives and works in Woodstock, NY. She was born in Takasaki, Japan, and received her MFA from Glasgow School of Art, Scotland, and her BFA from Cornish College of Arts in Seattle, WA. Yamashita’s work can be found in impressive public collections such as Microsoft, American Express, Le Meridien, Shenyang, China; Tokyo’s Akiru Medical Center, and permanent collections at numerous museums. 

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The Elusive Art of Kumi Yamashita opens with a reception

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from 6-8pm on September 19.

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The Flinn Gallery which is located on the second floor of the Greenwich Library,

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101 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT.

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The show will run through November 6.

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The Flinn Gallery is a non-profit organization sponsored by Friends of the Greenwich Library.

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Gallery hours are Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm Thursday 10am-8pm, and Sunday 1-5pm.

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Events:

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Opening Reception: Thursday, September 19 from 6-8pm

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Artist Talk: Saturday, October 26 at 2pm

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Elisa Contemporary Art is thrilled to present a  solo exhibit  of the  botanical hand cut collage artwork  of  Deborah Weiss  at the  One River School in Westport.

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The exhibit will run from  now through September 27  at  833 Post Road East, Westport CT.

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Join us for a  reception on Saturday, September 21 from 2-4pm

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Working with hand dyed papers, cyanotypes, and other hand cut materials, Deborah Weiss puts a contemporary spin on traditional botanical drawings. 

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According to Weiss, “I choose to focus on silhouettes and unique color palettes. I usually spend time at the beginning of the week painting and dying papers.Once I am certain I have the range of colors I need, I will start to cut out the botanical shapes.

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I work on several compositions at once. This allows me to move the botanical shapes around until  I have found the right relationship of balance, color, and textures.

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As the work progresses, I also include vintage papers, cancelled postage stamps, antique books.”

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Deborah Weiss is a visual artist creating both works on panel and paper. She has exhibited throughout the US and in international exhibitions in China, Sweden, Italy, England and Denmark.

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About Elisa Contemporary Art:

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Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State. 

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About One River:

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

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The company has developed a unique method for teaching art and digital design classes to people of all ages. Very simply, One River's students have more fun, learn faster and produce more compelling creative outcomes.

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Our state-of-the-art facilities create an aspirational mindset that inspires our students to tap into their creative spirit. And, our proprietary / original lesson plans allow us to facilitate an educational experience that is differentiated from anyone else.

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One River also produces exhibitions from world class contemporary artists, which allows us to be the voice of contemporary art in our communities and to enhance our ability to "teach through the lens of living artists."

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Our team at One River is made up of passionate, mission-oriented art-centric professionals who are motivated to provide hospitality level service to our students.

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Water is the essence of life, captivating with its beauty and vital for our existence. Fluid Realities invited artists to delve into the multifaceted nature of water, examining its aesthetic allure, our profound relationship with it, and the myriad challenges it confronts. This national juried exhibit seeks to showcase diverse perspectives on water's significance, from its serene and mesmerizing qualities to the pressing environmental threats it faces due to human activity. Through various mediums, artists were encouraged to highlight the delicate balance between water's inherent beauty and its vulnerability, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of this precious resource.

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August 11 to September 21, 2024

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Opening Reception: Sunday, August 11, 1 to 3 PM

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A new show at the Rowayton Arts Center (RAC) called “RAC Masters” will be on view September 6 through October 5, 2024. This exhibition is a member-only small group show where each participating artist will present a body of work. Artists include: Michael Brennecke, Katharine Draper, Christy Gallagher, Hanneke Goedkoop, Ronnie Gold, Judith Orseck Katz, Lilly Langotsky, Robert Lansden, Karen Maloof, Pamela Tucker.

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The opening reception on Friday, September 6 from 5 pm to 7 pm is free and open to the public. Gallery hours after that are Tuesday through Friday from 12 to 5 pm plus Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm.

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RAC celebrates the study, creation and appreciation of the arts through classes, exhibitions and events open to all in the community. For over 60 years, this nonprofit organization has been a cultural gem in Rowayton, CT. The gallery and art school overlook the scenic Five Mile River at 145 Rowayton Avenue with space for regional artists to exhibit their art and a classroom for workshops and classes at all levels offered to children and adults. Visit rowaytonarts.org and follow @rowaytonarts.

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Stand Together Against Racism (S.T.A.R), in partnership with The Glass House and the Carriage Barn Arts Center, is hosting its third annual "Through Your Looking Glass" student art showcase. This event celebrates how art, design, and architecture can promote social justice, inclusion, equity, and diversity.

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Students of all ages from Fairfield County, CT, including college students, are invited to submit art that reflects a social justice topic that's important to them.  (Check out the S.T.A.R website to see what other students have submitted.) We welcome all forms of art, such as paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, sculpture, videos (including TikTok-style), or architectural designs.Art is due by November 9.

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This showcase is not a competition—all student artwork will be displayed at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan starting with an opening reception on Saturday, November 16. All artists, with their families and friends should plan to attend. The showcase will remain up for approximately two weeks.

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Fill out the pre-registration form linked iin this post so we know you intend to submit! When your art is ready, you'll complete a separate release form.

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The Town of Fairfield’s Arts Commission invites all artists, creatives and enthusiasts to join them at their next “Fairfield Arts Mixer”, which will be held on Friday, September 20th from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Fairfield University Quick Center for the Arts, located at 1073 North Benson Road on the University’s campus in Fairfield. The lobby concessions bar will be open for beverage purchases.

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In addition to the networking event, the Quick Center for the Arts will also be hosting the opening of the Walsh Gallery’s Sacred Space: A Brandywine Workshop and Archive Print Exhibition. A lecture, from guest curator Juanita Sunday, with spoken word performance by Lauren Horn, will take place in the Kelley Theatre beginning at 5:30PM. Following the lecture, there will be a reception in the lobby featuring a performance by Iyaba Mandingo. For more information about the gallery’s new exhibition, please visit their event page.

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The event is free of charge, but advanced registration is strongly encouraged as space is limited. To register, please go here. For further information, please contact the Office of Community & Economic Development via email at arts@fairfieldct.org.

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Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant new downtown experience — introducing Salsa Nights! In partnership with Bridgeport Arts + Cultural Council, GBLN, Bridgeport Hospital, and M&T Bank, we’re bringing you three electrifying evenings of dancing under the stars. Enjoy the rhythm and beats of DJ El Classico, Agua Pa Chocolate Band, DJ Harry Trinidad, and more. Just bring your dancing shoes and join the fun!

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 OPEN MIC NIGHT

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Join us as a guest or performer!  Admission is FREE!

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Recite some poetry, play a song, make us laugh... it's up to you!

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Email stamfordartassn@optonline.net) if you'd like to secure a 5-10 minute slot. First come, first serve! 🎤

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Friday, September 20th

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6-9PM

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 Come join us for the closing party for, "A Thousand Times Forever" an immersive experience created by video artist Holly Danger. The work explores the beauty and balance of movement, stillness and the space between. As you enter the gallery, you will be surrounded by thousands of suspended strings, illuminated by projections, in an immersive atmosphere of motion, light, and sound. Notice how the strings move with the currents in the room, abstracting the projections, and casting shadows and light all around you. The strings serve as a metaphor for the endless whirlwind of thoughts that constantly ebb and flow within us. They convey the complexity of our minds and the challenge of maintaining focus in a world full of distractions. As the strings settle into stillness, you are invited to slow down and shift into the tranquility of the present moment. This work was inspired by the artist's personal journey to find balance, stillness, and clarity through the practice of daily meditation. This is the last chance to see the work which is on display at the ART06870 Gallery at 260R Sound Beach Avenue Old Greenwich, CT 06870, Friday September 20, 6-8PM. To see Holly Danger's work, please visit: hollydanger.com.

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New York Times best-selling author and activist Roxane Gay headlines StoryFest 2024 in conversation with writer Oliver Radclyffe, whose first memoir, Frighten the Horses, publishes this fall under Gay's publishing imprint, Roxane Gay Books.

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Now in its seventh year, StoryFest is The Westport Library’s annual celebration of reading, writing, ideas, and community as well as the largest literary festival in Connecticut and will be held September 20-22.

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Frighten the Horses  is a textured, sharply written memoir about coming of age in the fourth decade of one’s life and embracing one’s truest self in a world that demands gender fit in neat boxes.

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Steven Feifke is a GRAMMY Award winning bandleader, composer, and arranger. He is one of the most in-demand jazz artists in the world today. He has been interviewed on TV shows like FOX, NBC, and CBS, and is heralded a “masterful pianist” by JAZZIZ Magazine. DownBeat Magazine calls his music is “an air of infectious joy.”

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Sweeney Todd has become a bloody, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony’s, (including Best Musical), for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim’s and Hugh Wheeler’s (A Little Night Music, Pacific Overtures) tasty, thrilling, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked, awed and delighted audiences across the world.

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An infamous tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to nineteenth century London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop, above which, he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun!

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Journey back to the lands of Florin and Guilder in an adventure filled with fencing, fighting, torture, revenge, giants, monsters, chases, escapes, miracles, and of course, true love.

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Join Cary Elwes (Westley) for a behind-the-scenes look at life on and off the set of the classic film, The Princess Bride.

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After a screening of the iconic movie, Elwes will engage in a moderated discussion revealing never before shared secrets and tales of inconceivable antics!

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Join FTC for a far out 80s Dance Party with DJ Echo at The Warehouse on September 20! Get ready to groove and have fun at this awesome fundraiser. Dress to impress with legwarmers, scrunchies, neon, leotards, acid wash denim, statement jewelry, tracksuits, funky hair, and more! We'll be jamming to hits like "Into the Groove," "Let's Go Crazy," and "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun." Let's make it a night to remember—it's going to be totally rad!

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Music Theatre of Connecticut (MTC) MainStage, Fairfield County's professional award-winning theatre company, proudly opens its 38th MainStage Season with Terrence McNally's  Master Class.  This compelling drama, winner of the 1996 Tony Award for Best Play, offers a riveting portrayal of the legendary opera singer Maria Callas as she navigates a master class filled with sharp wit, deep emotion, and unflinching honesty. The production runs from September 13th through the 29th, with performances on Fridays at 8pm, Saturdays at 2pm & 8pm, Sundays at 2pm, and, new to MTC, two Thursday performances on September 19th and 26th at 7pm.

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Master Class  delves into the life of Maria Callas, an opera superstar whose larger-than-life persona and immense talent left an indelible mark on the world of music. As Callas conducts a vocal master class, she shares with her students not just her technical expertise but also the personal memories that shaped her career. The audience is drawn into a captivating exploration of Callas's tumultuous journey, from her meteoric rise to the challenges of love, loss, and the relentless pursuit of artistic perfection.

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

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

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 This event will showcase the work of 2024-25 Korry Fellow Dooley-O, along with the work of renowned artist Jerry Gant. The exhibition is curated by Jahmane and pays tribute to the remarkable contributions of these two iconic figures in the world of hip hop. Dooley-O, a graffiti writer, rapper, and music producer from New Haven, Connecticut, broke new ground in the hip hop scene with his extraordinary talent. Jerry Gant, a Newark, NJ native who passed away in 2018, was a prolific graffiti artist, poet, and performer whose artistry went beyond the boundaries of hip hop. Through their groundbreaking art and unwavering dedication to their craft, these legends have made an enduring impact on the cultural landscape.

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 Sheffer Gallery

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September 7 through December 10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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For 25 years, CCP has held a fundraising event called Monothon. This “Marathon of Monotype Printmaking” is a unique form of fundraiser established in 1986 by Santa Fe artist, educator, and printer Ron Pokrasso. Our founder, Grace Ross Shanley adapted the fundraiser for our community, and it is now the longest continually running Monothon in the world.

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In recognition of the silver anniversary of CCP’s Monothon and the many artists, printmakers, and community members who have taken part during these years, our 2024 Fall exhibition brings together prints created during past years’ Monothons as well as new prints by artists who have been longtime participants of this event. Wall panels, video, and photographs accompany the artwork to explain how this event comes together and how monotype prints are made. Not only is Monothon our largest fundraising event of the year, it has also proven to be an excellent bridge helping us to celebrate printmaking and the arts in our community.

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 Sheffer Gallery

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September 7 through December 10

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

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

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

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

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

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

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This September, Geary Gallery and Accent Picture Framing of Darien proudly celebrate their 40th Anniversary with its September exhibit, "Brilliant Movement," featuring the seascapes and abstract paintings of Darien artist, Dana Goodfellow. Her exhibit runs September 4-28. All are welcome and admission is free. The Geary Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and is located at 576 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820. For more details, call (203) 655-6633 or visit our website: https://www.gearygallery.com.

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Free art workshops at Mill River Park (Whittingham Discovery Center)! Presented by the Stamford Art Association and the Mill River Park Collaborative.

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10am-12pm

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• Open to the public

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• Instructed by Art teachers

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• Elementary & Middle School

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• No registration necessary

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• Art supplies provided

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• Take home art!

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https://www.apdaparkinson.org/ct

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Please join us!

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The Westport CT Optimism Walk benefiting the Connecticut Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) will be held Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Sherwood Island State Park.

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• Check-in at 10:00 am
• Walk at 11:00 am

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All net proceeds from the walk will help APDA provide programs and services to the CT Parkinson's community, as well as fund critical research that will lead to better treatments and a cure. APDA provides more than 30 support groups, activity classes designed for people with PD (yoga, dancing, boxing, etc.), educational programs, community grants, and more, all at little or no cost to participants

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The more funds we raise, the more people with Parkinson's Disease we can help!

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To register for the walk or to make a donation, go to

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https://secure.qgiv.com/event/apda24ctwestport/

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What is an Optimism Walk?

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• The Westport CT Optimism Walk is a fun, family-friendly event that features a 1.5 mile paved walk, entertainment, refreshments, and more. It is a day of strength, hope and unity. 
• Participants may walk as much or as little as they would like.
• The walk route is wheelchair accessible.

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Why Walk?

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• There are an estimated 1 million people in the US living with Parkinson’s disease and more than 10 million people worldwide.
• Every 6 minutes someone is diagnosed with Parkinson's in the US.
• The funds will directly benefit the CT Parkinson’s community! 

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To learn more about the CT Chapter of the American Parkinson Disease Association, visit https://www.apdaparkinson.org/ct

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Contact Information:

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860-248-9200

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apdact@apdaparkinson.org

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The Carriage Barn’s Annual Member Show, opens on Saturday September 7, and will be open through Oct 6. This exhibition celebrates the range, interests, and talents of artist members working across all subjects, styles, and media.  

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Gallery Opening Hours

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Weds - Sat 10am-3pm

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Sundays 1-5pm

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Twenty-six area artists will be showcased in Wilton Library's September art exhibition "Weir Inspired: The Premiere Show of the Weir Farm Artist Collective." The Weir Farm Artist Collective, started in 2023, is a collaboration of independent artists following the tradition of creativity within the Weir Farm National Historical Park landscape. Its purpose is to inform, support, encourage, and engage accomplished artists of all mediums to share ideas, opportunities, and technical solutions. Local artists of all skill levels have the opportunity to connect and share during monthly meetings and paint-outs. 

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The artists from the group will be exhibiting their works in an array of styles, media choices, and subject matter. The artists are: Chris Bedell (Ridgefield), Robert Boger (Tumbull), Leslie Carone (South Salem, NY), Thomas Carruthers (Bethel), Joan Cone (Newtown), Roberta Delano (Westport), Diane Dooley (Redding), Jama Hansonbrook (North Salem, NY), Alice Hayes (Ridgefield), Eva Llanos (South Salem, NY), Kathie Milligan (Stamford), Bobbi Eike Mullen (Georgetown), Jill Nichols (Shelton), Kelsie Oreta (Southport), Penny Pearlman (Westport), Maria Reed (South Salem, NY), Malina Schneider (Danbury), Lesley Schwarzschild (Westport), Loure Shaw (Ridgefield), Day Shields (Wilton), Clarice Shirvell (Ridgefield), Ival Stratford Kovner (Bethel), Eileen Tavolacci (Redding), Christina Tugeau (Fairfield), Eugene Willingham (New Fairfield), and Jane Wright Wolf (Weston).

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Opening reception on Friday, September 6 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. is free and open to the public. Exhibition runs through September 25. A majority of the works will be available for purchase with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the library. 

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 Our plein air speaker series returns for fall with timely new topics and speakers to pique and inform your gardening minds! Join us Saturdays at 10:00 on the terrace outside the Design Barn. In case of inclement weather, talks will take place inside the Barn. For further details, please visit us at olivernurseries.com or follow us on Instagram @olivernurseries. Come and Discover with us!

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A new show at the Rowayton Arts Center (RAC) called “RAC Masters” will be on view September 6 through October 5, 2024. This exhibition is a member-only small group show where each participating artist will present a body of work. Artists include: Michael Brennecke, Katharine Draper, Christy Gallagher, Hanneke Goedkoop, Ronnie Gold, Judith Orseck Katz, Lilly Langotsky, Robert Lansden, Karen Maloof, Pamela Tucker.

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The opening reception on Friday, September 6 from 5 pm to 7 pm is free and open to the public. Gallery hours after that are Tuesday through Friday from 12 to 5 pm plus Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm.

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RAC celebrates the study, creation and appreciation of the arts through classes, exhibitions and events open to all in the community. For over 60 years, this nonprofit organization has been a cultural gem in Rowayton, CT. The gallery and art school overlook the scenic Five Mile River at 145 Rowayton Avenue with space for regional artists to exhibit their art and a classroom for workshops and classes at all levels offered to children and adults. Visit rowaytonarts.org and follow @rowaytonarts.

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The Flinn Gallery is honored to launch its 2024-25 season with a unique solo exhibition,  The Elusive Art of Kumi Yamashita. Curated by Leslee Asch, the exhibition displays Kumi Yamashita’s works of unconventional vision, versatility, and variety. The Opening Reception will be September 19 from 6-8pm.

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Kumi Yamashita uses simple materials to yield surprising results. In describing her shadow work and the elusive qualities of light, she says, “I sculpt using both light and shadow. I construct single or multiple objects and place them in relation to a single light source. The complete artwork is therefore comprised of both the material (the solid objects) and the immaterial (the light or shadow.)”

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In addition to Yamashita’s Light & Shadow series, the exhibition includes provocative portraits created by winding a single unbroken sewing thread around thousands of small galvanized nails.

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Equally enticing is a piece of denim in which the threads have been systematically removed to create an enchanting portrait. Yamashita describes her process for this piece as, “Sometimes there is something beautiful about things falling apart. Undoing one thing while simultaneously creating another. Here I’ve taken fabric and pulled out bits and pieces of the lighter color thread to create the image.”

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Yamashita’s work has been widely praised both nationally and internationally. Her solo shows include the Seattle Art Museum, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Esplanade - Theaters on the Bay in Singapore as well as museums in Taiwan, China and Japan. She has been in numerous museum group shows, including the Louvre’s Musée des Arts Décoratifs, the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery and San Francisco’s Exploratorium.

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Yamashita’s work allows viewers to expand their understanding of the possibilities of the varied media she skillfully employs, and the breadth of her vision. Curator Leslee Asch adds, “The work must be seen in person to be appreciated; expect the unexpected.”

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Kumi Yamashita lives and works in Woodstock, NY. She was born in Takasaki, Japan, and received her MFA from Glasgow School of Art, Scotland, and her BFA from Cornish College of Arts in Seattle, WA. Yamashita’s work can be found in impressive public collections such as Microsoft, American Express, Le Meridien, Shenyang, China; Tokyo’s Akiru Medical Center, and permanent collections at numerous museums. 

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The Elusive Art of Kumi Yamashita opens with a reception

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from 6-8pm on September 19.

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The Flinn Gallery which is located on the second floor of the Greenwich Library,

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101 West Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT.

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The show will run through November 6.

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The Flinn Gallery is a non-profit organization sponsored by Friends of the Greenwich Library.

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Gallery hours are Monday-Saturday 10am-5pm Thursday 10am-8pm, and Sunday 1-5pm.

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Events:

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Opening Reception: Thursday, September 19 from 6-8pm

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Artist Talk: Saturday, October 26 at 2pm

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The Greenwich Art Society is offering Saturday Children's Art Classes:

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  YOUNG ARTISTS IN THE STUDIO, AGES 6-8

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12 Saturdays

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Sept. 14 – Dec. 7 (Except Nov. 30)

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10:30 am to 12:00 pm

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 Program Description

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

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

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12 Saturdays

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Sept. 14 – Dec. 7 (Except Nov. 30)

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12:30 to 2:00 pm

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  Program Description

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

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

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

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Elisa Contemporary Art is thrilled to present a  solo exhibit  of the  botanical hand cut collage artwork  of  Deborah Weiss  at the  One River School in Westport.

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The exhibit will run from  now through September 27  at  833 Post Road East, Westport CT.

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Join us for a  reception on Saturday, September 21 from 2-4pm

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Working with hand dyed papers, cyanotypes, and other hand cut materials, Deborah Weiss puts a contemporary spin on traditional botanical drawings. 

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According to Weiss, “I choose to focus on silhouettes and unique color palettes. I usually spend time at the beginning of the week painting and dying papers.Once I am certain I have the range of colors I need, I will start to cut out the botanical shapes.

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I work on several compositions at once. This allows me to move the botanical shapes around until  I have found the right relationship of balance, color, and textures.

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As the work progresses, I also include vintage papers, cancelled postage stamps, antique books.”

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Deborah Weiss is a visual artist creating both works on panel and paper. She has exhibited throughout the US and in international exhibitions in China, Sweden, Italy, England and Denmark.

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About Elisa Contemporary Art:

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Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State. 

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About One River:

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

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The company has developed a unique method for teaching art and digital design classes to people of all ages. Very simply, One River's students have more fun, learn faster and produce more compelling creative outcomes.

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Our state-of-the-art facilities create an aspirational mindset that inspires our students to tap into their creative spirit. And, our proprietary / original lesson plans allow us to facilitate an educational experience that is differentiated from anyone else.

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One River also produces exhibitions from world class contemporary artists, which allows us to be the voice of contemporary art in our communities and to enhance our ability to "teach through the lens of living artists."

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Our team at One River is made up of passionate, mission-oriented art-centric professionals who are motivated to provide hospitality level service to our students.

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The gallery’s Fall 2024 “Art in the Barn” exhibition, Ways of Seeing, will sample different types of art selection criteria — by theme, by artist, by size. The gallery will present distinct groupings — The Art Aquatic, art influenced by water; Impact: Women Artists to Collect, accomplished artists from the US and abroad; and Right-Sized, art compiled with specific parameters in mind. The exhibitions will feature fiber, ceramics, and mixed media works by dozens of artists from the US and abroad. A full-color catalog will accompany the exhibition.

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Collecting is a deeply human activity; it offers satisfaction on many levels. We prize the unique. We love the hunt. We get a thrill finding something precious or historically important or by scoring a prized work at an insider's price. Collecting can be a brain booster — involving research, study, and discipline. It’s also a mood changer — there are physical benefits to collecting based on aesthetic appreciation. Science tells us that viewing art we consider to be beautiful creates a surge of dopamine — the same chemical response that romantic love does. “Ways of Seeing celebrates the passion and individu- ality that spark and shape collections,” says co-curator Tom Grotta, "while offering collectors at all levels a wide selection of works to appreciate and possibly acquire.”

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Artists list (in formation):

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Jane Balsgaard (DK), Caroline Bartlett (UK), Polly Barton (US), Dail Behennah (UK), Annette Bellamy (US), Birgit Birkkjær (DK), Yeonsoon Chang (KR), Chris Drury (UK), Mutsumi Iwasaki (JP), Markku Kosonen (FI), Lilla Kulka (PL), Kyoko Kumai (JP), Sue Lawty (UK), Jeannet Lenderste (NL/US), Åse Ljones (NO), Kari Lønning (US), Aby Mackie (UK/SP), Keiji Nio (JP), Mia Olsson (SE), Ed Rossbach (US), Toshio Sekiji (Japan), Hisako Sekijima (JP), Kay Sekimachi (US), Naoko Serino (JP), Jin-Sook So (KR/SE), Grethe Sørensen (DK), Ethel Stein (US), Polly Sutton (US), Noriko Takamiya (JP), Hideho Tanaka (JP), Chiyoko Tanaka (JP), Mariette Rousseau-Vermette (CA), Claude Vermette (CA), Mercedes Vicente (SP), Ulla-Maija Vikman (FI), Katherine Westphal (US), Merja Winqvist (FI), Grethe Wittrock (DK), Jiro Yonezawa (JP), Carolina Yrarrázaval (CL).

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Water is the essence of life, captivating with its beauty and vital for our existence. Fluid Realities invited artists to delve into the multifaceted nature of water, examining its aesthetic allure, our profound relationship with it, and the myriad challenges it confronts. This national juried exhibit seeks to showcase diverse perspectives on water's significance, from its serene and mesmerizing qualities to the pressing environmental threats it faces due to human activity. Through various mediums, artists were encouraged to highlight the delicate balance between water's inherent beauty and its vulnerability, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of this precious resource.

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August 11 to September 21, 2024

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Opening Reception: Sunday, August 11, 1 to 3 PM

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Featured artist Jonathan Becker and eminent art historian and curator Robert Storr will discuss Becker’s storied career and unique photographic practice. Reception to follow. 

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Non-members: $25, Members: $15.

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Not a member? Join now to enjoy member perks!  

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Image Credit: Jonathan Becker, Patricia Herrera at home, New York, 2001. Archival pigment print on rag. 28 x 28 in. (71.1 x 71.1 cm). Courtesy of the artist. © Jonathan Becker.

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The Katonah Museum of Art is proud to be a grantee of ArtsWestchester with funding made possible by Westchester County government with the support of County Executive George Latimer.

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The Katonah Museum of Art’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

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Artists in Conversation: Jonathan Becker and Robert Storr Tickets | Katonah Museum of Art (simpletix.com)

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Elisa Contemporary Art is thrilled to present a  solo exhibit  of the  botanical hand cut collage artwork  of  Deborah Weiss  at the  One River School in Westport.

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The exhibit will run from now through September 27  at  833 Post Road East, Westport CT.

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Join us for a  reception on Saturday, September 21 from 2-4pm

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Working with hand dyed papers, cyanotypes, and other hand cut materials, Deborah Weiss puts a contemporary spin on traditional botanical drawings. 

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According to Weiss, “I choose to focus on silhouettes and unique color palettes. I usually spend time at the beginning of the week painting and dying papers.Once I am certain I have the range of colors I need, I will start to cut out the botanical shapes.

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I work on several compositions at once. This allows me to move the botanical shapes around until  I have found the right relationship of balance, color, and textures.

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As the work progresses, I also include vintage papers, cancelled postage stamps, antique books.”

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Deborah Weiss is a visual artist creating both works on panel and paper. She has exhibited throughout the US and in international exhibitions in China, Sweden, Italy, England and Denmark.

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Elisa Contemporary Art represents a portfolio of emerging through mid-career contemporary artists. Founded in 2007 by Lisa Cooper, Elisa Contemporary Art is dedicated to promoting the appreciation and collection of art as a way to enrich and heal our lives, our communities, and the world. The Riverdale NY Gallery opened in 2008. The Art Salon in Fairfield CT opened in May 2017 (by appointment only). Elisa Contemporary Art has participated in international art fairs in New York, Miami and the Hamptons and curated 40+ art exhibits in public/private spaces in the Tri-State. 

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About One River:

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

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The company has developed a unique method for teaching art and digital design classes to people of all ages. Very simply, One River's students have more fun, learn faster and produce more compelling creative outcomes.

​

Our state-of-the-art facilities create an aspirational mindset that inspires our students to tap into their creative spirit. And, our proprietary / original lesson plans allow us to facilitate an educational experience that is differentiated from anyone else.

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One River also produces exhibitions from world class contemporary artists, which allows us to be the voice of contemporary art in our communities and to enhance our ability to "teach through the lens of living artists."

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Our team at One River is made up of passionate, mission-oriented art-centric professionals who are motivated to provide hospitality level service to our students.

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 June Ahrens presents “Rewind, A Career Reflection”

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 June Ahrens, an internationally recognized and collected artist both locally and internally will be presenting “Rewind, A Career Reflection”, at her Stamford, Connecticut studio. Her studio exhibition is available for viewing on September 21st, 22nd, 28th and 29th from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Ms. Ahrens studio is located in the Glenbrook Industrial Park, 652 Glenbrook Road 2nd floor, Stamford CT. Parking available on site, follow the signs to the studio. No elevator access.

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 Ms. Ahrens creates sculptures and site-dependent installations that incorporate everyday materials such as cement board, repurposed glass, powdered chalk, filters and mirrors. She isolates these materials to encourage the viewer to consider the open-endedness of the work reminding us of the need for social ritual and political discourse. The work continues to mine the materials of mass culture, creating an alternative world and an environment that transcends boundaries. She wants to create a map of awareness, bringing the past into the present.

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 June Ahrens was born in New York City, NY in 1939. She received her degree from SUNY Purchase, Purchase, NY, Summa Cum Laude and also attended the Advanced Seminar Programs at Yale, New Haven, CT. Her work has been shown in 15 solo shows, and 62 group shows. The works have been exhibited in 15 states in the United States, as well as Greece, Italy and Scotland. Selected awards include Connecticut Commission on the Arts Individual Grant, Connecticut Commission on the Arts for Distinguished Advocates for the Arts, Polaroid Foundation Grant, Duracell International Grant, and the National Endowment for the Arts. She was also a finalist for the Joan Mitchell Award.

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Internationally her work has been featured at, among others, the Edinburgh College of Art (Edinburgh, Scotland), Sculpart gallery, (Matera, Italy), the Capelousous Family Art Museum (Athens, Greece), and the Supermarket Gallery, (Stockholm, Sweden).

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She has also been shown and collected nationally by the Kemper Museum, (Kansas City, Mo), the Museum of Outdoor Art (Denver, Co) the National Museum of Health and Medicine (part of the Smithsonian, Washington, DC) Attena Gallery (New Orleans, LA) and the Garage Gallery (Honolulu, Kawaii.)

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In New York she has shown at Exit Art, Kips Bay Showcase, Soho 20, the Green Street Windows (also Soho 20), Governors Island,

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Washington Square Park, the Wagner Park at Battery Park City, and ABC NO RIO 5th Biannual. Her work has also been included in shows at the Neuberger Museum (Harrison, NY), the Katonah Museum (Katonah, NY), the Plaxall gallery (Long Island City, NY), and the Pelham Arts Center (Pelham, NY). 

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In New England venues have included: the Mead Museum (Amherst, MA), Holy Cross College (Worcester,MA), the Chesterwood Sculpture Park (Stockbridge, MA), the Berkshire Museum (Pittsfield,MA), the Trustman Gallery (Boston,.MA), the Hera Gallery (Kingstown, RI) and the Newport Gallery under Cynthia Revees (Newport, NH).

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In Connecticut her many shows have included the Aldrich Museum (Ridgefield), the Housatonic Museum (Bridgeport) Eastern Connecticut State University (Willamantic), Silvermine Arts Center (New Canaan), Sacred Heart University gallery (Fairfield) and Westport Art Center, and the Crown Gallery (Bridgeport).

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 Her work is represented by Chroma Gallery, Katonnah, NY.

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For more information email june.ahrens@yahoo.com or visit www.juneahrens.com

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Sweeney Todd has become a bloody, worldwide success since being awarded eight Tony’s, (including Best Musical), for its Broadway premiere. Stephen Sondheim’s and Hugh Wheeler’s (A Little Night Music, Pacific Overtures) tasty, thrilling, theatrical treat has simultaneously shocked, awed and delighted audiences across the world.

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An infamous tale, Sweeney Todd, an unjustly exiled barber, returns to nineteenth century London, seeking vengeance against the lecherous judge who framed him and ravaged his young wife. The road to revenge leads Todd to Mrs. Lovett, a resourceful proprietress of a failing pie shop, above which, he opens a new barber practice. Mrs. Lovett’s luck sharply shifts when Todd’s thirst for blood inspires the integration of an ingredient into her meat pies that has the people of London lining up… and the carnage has only just begun!

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Stand Together Against Racism (S.T.A.R), in partnership with The Glass House and the Carriage Barn Arts Center, is hosting its third annual "Through Your Looking Glass" student art showcase. This event celebrates how art, design, and architecture can promote social justice, inclusion, equity, and diversity.

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Students of all ages from Fairfield County, CT, including college students, are invited to submit art that reflects a social justice topic that's important to them.  (Check out the S.T.A.R website to see what other students have submitted.) We welcome all forms of art, such as paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, sculpture, videos (including TikTok-style), or architectural designs.Art is due by November 9.

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This showcase is not a competition—all student artwork will be displayed at the Carriage Barn Arts Center in New Canaan starting with an opening reception on Saturday, November 16. All artists, with their families and friends should plan to attend. The showcase will remain up for approximately two weeks.

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Fill out the pre-registration form linked iin this post so we know you intend to submit! When your art is ready, you'll complete a separate release form.

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Join us for two opening receptions -- just three blocks apart -- at City Lights Gallery and Read's Artspace. The vision of artist/curator Yolanda Vasquez Petrocelli takes place at two art venues. 25 artists present work at Read’s Artspace and 2 Peruvian artists at City Lights Gallery, Guido Garaycochea and Samuel Pintos. Special thanks to co-curators Carlos Biernnay and Israel Zavellos.

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