Greater New Haven Regional Arts Calendar

 November 18, 2024 – February 7, 2025

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Opening Reception on Thursday, November 21, 4:00-6:00pm at Pegasus Gallery.

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  Kat Owens creates life-size portraits of animal species impacted by plastics discarded by humans. Each work is composed of consumer waste and recycling stream packaging that are manipulated into visually striking compositions. The basis of her process includes mosaic, quilt, and collage traditions but encompasses a larger artistic practice of observation, research, community engagement, and environmental education.

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The power of Owens’ artwork resides in the pattern rich arrangements of graphic text fonts, inherent material surface contrasts, and bold color interactions. The overall visual effects these packaging combinations offer are further heightened by juxtapositions of their recognizable product components and the life-like animal portraits they contain. In spite of the visual pleasure Owens’ arrangements of everyday plastic materials offer, the species represented in each project is poignantly fabricated from the very material pollutants that threaten them.    

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Kat Owens is an interdisciplinary artist, teacher, and researcher who focuses on the environment. Owens holds a PHD in Governance and Sustainable Development from the University of Twente (the Netherlands). She also holds an MA of Environmental Studies, a BA Biology, a BS Anthropology, and a BA Studio Art from the College of Charleston, South Carolina. She has led community workshops and exhibited her artwork throughout Connecticut, regionally, and internationally. See more of her work at: www.katowens.com

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Pegasus Gallery is located within the library on the first floor of Chapman Hall, Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30 am - 7 pm; Friday: 8:30 am - 4 pm.

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The Niche is in Founders Hall across from the Registrar’s Office, Hours: Monday through Thursday 7:30 am – 5 pm; Fridays 8 am – 4 pm.

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https://mxcc.edu/art-exhibits/

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CT State Community College – Middlesex

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100 Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

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She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7

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The Gospel of St. Luke provides the only description of where Christ was born, as it mentions him being placed in a manger. This suggests that Mary gave birth in a stable. Although many stables of this region and time period were built in caves, crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the nativity scene, have a diversity of stables and settings, including the most commonly used type of stable, an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

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This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the St. Francis Nativity, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

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Most of the Christians who live in Africa are in the Sub-Saharan nations (nations south of the Sahara Desert), though Christians are found throughout the entire continent. According to a Pew Study in 2018, Christianity is growing the fastest within African countries than anywhere else in the world. Christianity spread into Africa as early as the first century, particularly throughout Northern Africa, and continued right up until the seventh century, when armies practicing the new Islamic faith spread into Africa.

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The next era of growth began in the 15th century, when many European countries, starting with Portugal, began searching for alternative trade routes to Asia. Europeans established trade posts along the western coast of Africa and sent missionaries to spread the faith. These missionaries brought their own simple plaster crèches with them, and they later enlisted the aid of local artisans to create variations reflective of their own cultures and traditions. These local artisans used native materials that were both abundant and accessible — a tradition that continues to this day.

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In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

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In January, painter and printmaker Sue Rollins presents a collection of new work in LAND WATER SKY, on view in The Keyes Galley at the Willoughby Wallace Mem Library (Stony Creek). The exhibit runs from Friday, January 3 to Monday, January 27 , with a Reception on Sunday, January 5 from 4-6 p.m.

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Rollins’ work combines traditional landscape painting with abstract expressionist elements, addressing our current environmental challenges through altered landscapes with windows into the past and future.

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Most recently, Rollins work was chosen for the 2024 Silvermine 74th A-One show, and she was the recipient of the Samuel and May Rudin Award at the 2024 Greenwich Art Society Summer Exhibit, juried by Lauren Rosati of the Met Modern. She is a member of City Gallery New Haven, Silvermine Guild of Artists in New Canaan and is an elected member of Art League Rhode Island and Connecticut Women Artists. Her work has been featured in galleries and museums, including Silvermine Galleries, New Canaan, Galatea Fine Art, Boston, Five Points Gallery, Torrington, Mattatuck Museum, Waterbury, and Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven. She received a BFA from the University of Florida and studied with abstract expressionist Hiram Williams and printmaker Ken Kerslake.

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LAND WATER SKY is free and open to the public. The Willoughby Wallace Mem Library is located at 146 Thimble Island Road in Stony Creek, CT 06405.Library/Gallery hours Mon-Thu: 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sundays: 1pm-4pm. For further information, visit www.wwml.org.

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 Slapstick:

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Curated by Kevin Daly

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January 11 - March 16, 2025

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Located at Ball & Socket Arts in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

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Opening Reception on Saturday, January 11, 2025 4-7PM

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Slapstick is a physical type of humor involving play, exaggeration and activities which may exceed the boundaries of common sense. In Slapstick, each of the artists included explores abstraction in a highly personal way with a sense of play and experimentation, both in process and in materials. The work included is unpretentiously formal, borrowing aesthetic attributes from Pop Art. This work successfully exudes the fun and delight of creation.

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Featured Artists:

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Cat Balco

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https://catbalco.com/home.html

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https://www.rickwesterfineart.com/cat-balco

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Melanie Carr

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https://www.melaniecarr.com/bio

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 Andy Cunningham

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https://www.andycunningham.net/bio

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Niki Lederer

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https://nikilederer.com/

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Suzan Shutan

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http://www.suzanshutan.com/

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Taro Suzuki

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https://www.tarosuzuki.com/

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https://www.highnoongallery.com/artist-page/taro-suzuki

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The Peabody Museum in New Haven is one of the oldest and largest university natural history museums in the world . And it can be your children’s classroom!

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Join us for an inspiring art class in the newly expanded museum. This is a fantastic opportunity to draw a variety of natural artifacts, including plants, animals, and fossils, while enhancing your observational drawing skills. Participants will learn to notice finer details and improve their ability to draw from life, unlocking a whole new world of artistic expression. The Peabody’s expansive collections—featuring dinosaur bones, plant matter, reptiles, and much more—provide the perfect backdrop for this exploration.

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Please note that drop-off and pick-up will take place in the museum lobby. 

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Wednesday morning session is perfect for home-school families.

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Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for materials provided by CAW.

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Explore the creative possibilities of clay by shaping and molding it into one-of-a-kind works of art. Working with clay helps young people develop fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and emotional expression through hands-on activities. Above all, clay sparks imagination, encouraging children to think creatively and express themselves in new ways. The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW. School Policies Students who withdraw 48 hours prior to the first class are eligible for a refund or credit toward another class, less a $25 registration fee. Please click here for more details. 

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Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

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The Smithsonian Consort of Viols: Chelsea Bernstein, Cat Slowik, Kenneth Slowik, and Arnie Tanimoto.

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Johann Sebastian Bach’s final composition demonstrates his complete mastery of musical counterpoint in all its variety. Bach did not specify any particular instruments for these works, so many arrangements have been created and performed. Here, we will have excerpts from Bach’s work arranged for four-part viol consort by the performers. 

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Learn more on the Elm City Consort website.

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Congregation B’nai Jacob, in partnership with the Greater New Haven African American Historical Society, the Jewish Historical Society of Greater New Haven, The Towers of New Haven, Shoreline Soul, Valley Soul, and the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven/Jewish Community Relations Council, invites the community to join us in celebrating the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the 4th Annual Gospel Shabbat.

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This uplifting Friday evening service will feature a powerful gospel music performance in celebration of Dr. King’s birthday. Together, we will honor his legacy of justice, equality, and community through song and reflection.

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Date: Friday, January 17, 2025

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Time: Service begins at 6:30 PM

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Location: Congregation B’nai Jacob, 75 Rimmon Road, Woodbridge, CT

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Admission to the service is free. After the service, enjoy a communal dinner: $18 per adult | $12 per child (12 and under).

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RSVP by January 10, 2025, atbnaijacob.org.

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Kersten Stevens – Queen of the Violin

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Kersten Stevens

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Kersten Stevens ,  Queen of the Violin , is among the most exciting and unique emerging artists in jazz. 

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Performances.  She is a six-time winner of the historic Amateur Night and Showtime at The Apollo; she’s performed with music greats Kim Burrell, renowned jazz violinist Regina Carter, international jazz bassist Christian McBride and performed for esteemed notables President Barack Obama, Ray Charles, Denzel Washington among others, now launches her much anticipated fifth album, QUEEN RISING. 

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Paws and Pixels is an exciting new course designed for young artists who want to create animal drawings using Procreate. Starting with the basics, we’ll guide students through sketching techniques and gradually move on to more advanced, realistic animal illustrations.

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Throughout the course, students will learn how to observe and analyze animal shapes and proportions, replicate different textures like fur, glossy skin, and more, using Procreate’s powerful features. As they advance, students will explore techniques like blending modes, clipping masks, and blur effects to add depth and realism to their art.

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The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW

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No typical sand or slides at this playground!

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CAW’s playground has colored sand, wood, clay, tempera and watercolor paints, markers, tissue paper and more items than we have space to list here. Students will use all these supplies to create projects including masks, paper dolls, animals, birds, insects, portraits, and imaginary creatures.

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How will they do all this? By cutting, folding, stomping, splashing, blending, texturing, painting, and coloring (after they mix their own unique colors).

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Bet you wish you could stay too!

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Wednesday morning session is perfect for home-school families.

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Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for materials provided by CAW.

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Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

​

She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7

​

The Gospel of St. Luke provides the only description of where Christ was born, as it mentions him being placed in a manger. This suggests that Mary gave birth in a stable. Although many stables of this region and time period were built in caves, crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the nativity scene, have a diversity of stables and settings, including the most commonly used type of stable, an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

​

This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the St. Francis Nativity, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

​

Most of the Christians who live in Africa are in the Sub-Saharan nations (nations south of the Sahara Desert), though Christians are found throughout the entire continent. According to a Pew Study in 2018, Christianity is growing the fastest within African countries than anywhere else in the world. Christianity spread into Africa as early as the first century, particularly throughout Northern Africa, and continued right up until the seventh century, when armies practicing the new Islamic faith spread into Africa.

​

The next era of growth began in the 15th century, when many European countries, starting with Portugal, began searching for alternative trade routes to Asia. Europeans established trade posts along the western coast of Africa and sent missionaries to spread the faith. These missionaries brought their own simple plaster crèches with them, and they later enlisted the aid of local artisans to create variations reflective of their own cultures and traditions. These local artisans used native materials that were both abundant and accessible — a tradition that continues to this day.

​

In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

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Mokulito (Lithography on wood) is a form of lithography printmaking that uses wood as a printing matrix instead of metal or limestone. After the plate is prepared, marks are drawn with a greasy substance, etched with gum arabic, and then printed. This process produces detailed prints that differ from traditional lithography due to the uniqueness of the wood grain and texture. In this class you will learn the basics of lithography and how mokulito differs from traditional lithography. Students will learn about different types of wood choices, how to prepare the wood for drawing, try out a variety of drawing materials, prepping the plate for printing and inking. Options to carve into the woodblock print can also add another level of surface manipulation. This class is appropriate for all printing levels and is open to teens and adults. Note: Lithography processes use oil based inks, but require no harsh solvents. One 12 x 12in plywood block is provided and you are welcome to bring

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Show up for your creative self in 2025 with the Saturday Drawing Club.

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Explore weekly prompts and materials combined with a mix of conversation, creative time, and feedback. Bring an ongoing project or start from scratch.

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Tuition for this class includes a fee of $10 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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In January, painter and printmaker Sue Rollins presents a collection of new work in LAND WATER SKY, on view in The Keyes Galley at the Willoughby Wallace Mem Library (Stony Creek). The exhibit runs from Friday, January 3 to Monday, January 27 , with a Reception on Sunday, January 5 from 4-6 p.m.

​

Rollins’ work combines traditional landscape painting with abstract expressionist elements, addressing our current environmental challenges through altered landscapes with windows into the past and future.

​

Most recently, Rollins work was chosen for the 2024 Silvermine 74th A-One show, and she was the recipient of the Samuel and May Rudin Award at the 2024 Greenwich Art Society Summer Exhibit, juried by Lauren Rosati of the Met Modern. She is a member of City Gallery New Haven, Silvermine Guild of Artists in New Canaan and is an elected member of Art League Rhode Island and Connecticut Women Artists. Her work has been featured in galleries and museums, including Silvermine Galleries, New Canaan, Galatea Fine Art, Boston, Five Points Gallery, Torrington, Mattatuck Museum, Waterbury, and Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven. She received a BFA from the University of Florida and studied with abstract expressionist Hiram Williams and printmaker Ken Kerslake.

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LAND WATER SKY is free and open to the public. The Willoughby Wallace Mem Library is located at 146 Thimble Island Road in Stony Creek, CT 06405.Library/Gallery hours Mon-Thu: 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sundays: 1pm-4pm. For further information, visit www.wwml.org.

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Would you like to explore watercolors? Feeling unsure or out of practice? You can do it!

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Watercolors are a whimsical and simple way to explore ideas, make memorable sketches of your travels or daily life, and develop visual self-expression.

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Students will learn about materials, look at examples, create color studies, make thumbnail sketches to generate ideas and compositions, and develop sketches and paintings that explore color, line, shape, texture, and more.

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Whether you enjoy landscape, still life, abstract, or contemporary art, you will have the space and support to develop your style and learn helpful techniques to help you on your creative journey.

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Creativity meets skill development for young artists!

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Students will learn representational drawing and painting through observation of real objects and images. They’ll explore color theory, texture creation, and value with pencils, pastels, watercolors, and tempera. The focus is on developing eye-hand coordination, drawing skills, and fostering creativity in a supportive environment.

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Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Creativity meets skill development for young artists!

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Students will learn representational drawing and painting through observation of real objects and images. They’ll explore color theory, texture creation, and value with pencils, pastels, watercolors, and tempera. The focus is on developing eye-hand coordination, drawing skills, and fostering creativity in a supportive environment.

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Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Do you love keeping a journal or planner? My Digital Diary is a fun and creative class where you’ll learn how to make your own stylish digital journal! Using digital sketching techniques on Procreate, you’ll create beautiful illustrations to capture your thoughts, hobbies, and habits.

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In this class we’ll create graphics, illustrations, and character designs that reflect your personal style – making your diary fun to look at and use.

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The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Explore and develop designs for relief, intaglio, and monotype printmaking in this hands-on course. Class time will focus on creating original designs and concepts as students experiment with print plate substrates, including Corian®, Tetra-Pak®, vinyl records, and various recycled and found materials. Examples of different print styles will be shared to illustrate these techniques. This course is suitable for beginners and advanced students alike. The inks used can be cleaned up with soap and water, and students will need to bring their own paper for the first session. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW including Linoleum blocks and black and white ink. 

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 Slapstick:

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Curated by Kevin Daly

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January 11 - March 16, 2025

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Located at Ball & Socket Arts in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

​

Opening Reception on Saturday, January 11, 2025 4-7PM

​

Slapstick is a physical type of humor involving play, exaggeration and activities which may exceed the boundaries of common sense. In Slapstick, each of the artists included explores abstraction in a highly personal way with a sense of play and experimentation, both in process and in materials. The work included is unpretentiously formal, borrowing aesthetic attributes from Pop Art. This work successfully exudes the fun and delight of creation.

​

Featured Artists:

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Cat Balco

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https://catbalco.com/home.html

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https://www.rickwesterfineart.com/cat-balco

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Melanie Carr

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https://www.melaniecarr.com/bio

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 Andy Cunningham

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https://www.andycunningham.net/bio

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Niki Lederer

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https://nikilederer.com/

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Suzan Shutan

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http://www.suzanshutan.com/

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Taro Suzuki

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https://www.tarosuzuki.com/

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https://www.highnoongallery.com/artist-page/taro-suzuki

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Explore, learn, and practice drawing exercises and techniques in a supportive environment. Increase visual perception, skills and confidence, and develop your unique style. Work with drawing pencils, charcoal, pastels, watercolor and ink/pens. Weekly demos and exercises include mark-making, line, value, form, texture and shading. Subjects include animals, everyday objects, portraits, autumn and nature inspirations, as well as students’ interests. We draw from observation, references and imagination. All materials provided. Join us!

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For returning students, the class will include both new projects and some review.

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The tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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In this magical experience, students will bring a forest fairy tale to life using markers and colored pencils. They’ll create a series of six enchanting illustrations united by a common theme, with a focus on color, composition, and texture.

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As they delve into the world of fairy tales, students will learn how to combine markers and colored pencils to produce vibrant and imaginative artwork. This class will spark creativity, enhance drawing skills, and introduce new techniques for using these materials to capture the magic of the forest!

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The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Instructed by Annie Sailer

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39 Putnam Ave, Hamden CT

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Families can work together or side by side to experiment with printmaking techniques without a press.

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Instruction will be given for relief, monotype, and collagraph printmaking techniques. Combine multiple techniques to create unique prints on paper or combine plates to make multiple color prints.

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Try making a small edition of six prints to share, and spend quality time with your family member!

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Tuition includes a spot for one child (recommended 7-11 years old) and one adult.

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The tuition for this class includes a fee of $40 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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See objects and space in a new light while discovering creative techniques to bring your drawing style to life.

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Explore how to add depth, light, shadow, and perspective to your drawings with colored pencils.

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Focus on beginning your art journey and achieving impressive results along the way!

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The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Explore the world of bookmaking in our two-session workshop! From journals to artist's books, learn how to create unique containers for your thoughts, drawings, and more using repurposed materials. Led by experienced instructors, this hands-on course will teach you essential bookmaking techniques while encouraging experimentation and creativity.

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What to Expect:  Over two sessions, you'll dive into various styles of handmade bookmaking, from crafting folders to assembling journals and hardcover books. You'll learn practical skills like measuring, folding, cutting, sewing, and gluing, and have the chance to create your own bookmaking tools using non-traditional materials.

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Skills You'll Acquire:

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• Explore different styles of handmade books
• Assemble text blocks and covers
• Practice measuring, folding, cutting, sewing, and gluing
• Construct bookmaking tools
• Use non-traditional materials to repulp paper
• Learn paperback book repair techniques

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What's Provided:  All tools and an array of materials will be provided for the workshop, ensuring you have everything you need to bring your bookmaking ideas to life. Please bring at least one paper bag, of any size, and any art supplies (like colored pencils or markers, etc.) that you enjoy using.

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Who Should Attend:  This workshop is open to all skill levels, from beginners to experienced bookmakers. Whether you're looking to learn new techniques or unleash your creativity, this course offers a welcoming environment for exploration and discovery.

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Prerequisites/Safety Information:  No prior experience is necessary. 

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Please note: This workshop runs over 2 consecutive Saturday evenings, from 6:00pm - 9:00pm:

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Jan 18th

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Jan 25th

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Instructor: Jane Copes

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Tickets:

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Standard Public Ticket: $69.00

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MakeHaven Members: $59.00

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=333&reset=1

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Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

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She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7

​

The Gospel of St. Luke provides the only description of where Christ was born, as it mentions him being placed in a manger. This suggests that Mary gave birth in a stable. Although many stables of this region and time period were built in caves, crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the nativity scene, have a diversity of stables and settings, including the most commonly used type of stable, an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

​

This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the St. Francis Nativity, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

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Most of the Christians who live in Africa are in the Sub-Saharan nations (nations south of the Sahara Desert), though Christians are found throughout the entire continent. According to a Pew Study in 2018, Christianity is growing the fastest within African countries than anywhere else in the world. Christianity spread into Africa as early as the first century, particularly throughout Northern Africa, and continued right up until the seventh century, when armies practicing the new Islamic faith spread into Africa.

​

The next era of growth began in the 15th century, when many European countries, starting with Portugal, began searching for alternative trade routes to Asia. Europeans established trade posts along the western coast of Africa and sent missionaries to spread the faith. These missionaries brought their own simple plaster crèches with them, and they later enlisted the aid of local artisans to create variations reflective of their own cultures and traditions. These local artisans used native materials that were both abundant and accessible — a tradition that continues to this day.

​

In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

​

In January, painter and printmaker Sue Rollins presents a collection of new work in LAND WATER SKY, on view in The Keyes Galley at the Willoughby Wallace Mem Library (Stony Creek). The exhibit runs from Friday, January 3 to Monday, January 27 , with a Reception on Sunday, January 5 from 4-6 p.m.

​

Rollins’ work combines traditional landscape painting with abstract expressionist elements, addressing our current environmental challenges through altered landscapes with windows into the past and future.

​

Most recently, Rollins work was chosen for the 2024 Silvermine 74th A-One show, and she was the recipient of the Samuel and May Rudin Award at the 2024 Greenwich Art Society Summer Exhibit, juried by Lauren Rosati of the Met Modern. She is a member of City Gallery New Haven, Silvermine Guild of Artists in New Canaan and is an elected member of Art League Rhode Island and Connecticut Women Artists. Her work has been featured in galleries and museums, including Silvermine Galleries, New Canaan, Galatea Fine Art, Boston, Five Points Gallery, Torrington, Mattatuck Museum, Waterbury, and Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven. She received a BFA from the University of Florida and studied with abstract expressionist Hiram Williams and printmaker Ken Kerslake.

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LAND WATER SKY is free and open to the public. The Willoughby Wallace Mem Library is located at 146 Thimble Island Road in Stony Creek, CT 06405.Library/Gallery hours Mon-Thu: 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sundays: 1pm-4pm. For further information, visit www.wwml.org.

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Step into the world of metalworking with our comprehensive lathe workshop, where safety meets precision and creativity knows no bounds. This hands-on class covers all the essentials of lathe operation, from safety protocols to basic machining techniques, empowering you to bring your metalworking dreams to life.

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What to Expect:  Under the expert guidance of our seasoned instructor, you'll embark on a journey through the fundamentals of lathe operation. From selecting and setting up tools to mastering the art of stock installation and part turning, you'll gain hands-on experience in every aspect of the lathe workflow. Through a series of interactive demonstrations and practical exercises, you'll learn essential skills such as filing, drilling, and maintaining concentricity, ensuring that each part you create meets the highest standards of precision and quality.

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Skills You'll Acquire:

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• Selecting and setting up tools in the lathe toolholder
• Applying a file to remove burrs from a part
• Installing stock in the lathe chuck for turning purposes
• Maintaining basic concentricity in a part
• Using a drill chuck in the lathe tailstock
• Properly drilling holes in metalwork

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Please note:

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Participants must watch the following two videos before the class:

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Manual Metalworking Lathe Basics

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Metalworking Metrology

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(Note: Participants *must* watch the two videos listed above. Anyone who has not watched the videos may be asked to leave, no refund will be issued.)

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What's Provided:  All necessary tools and materials will be provided for the workshop, ensuring that you have everything you need to dive into the exciting world of metal lathe machining. Additionally, safety glasses and other necessary safety equipment will be available for participants to use.

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Who Should Attend:  This workshop is perfect for beginners and hobbyists eager to explore the art of metalworking. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, a budding machinist, or simply curious about expanding your skill set, this class offers a welcoming environment for learners of all backgrounds and experience levels.

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Prerequisites/Safety Information:  Prior to the workshop,  participants are required to watch two instructional videos on  lathe basics  and  metalworking metrology. This ensures that everyone enters the workshop with a foundational understanding of lathe operation and safety protocols. Participants are also required to wear closed-toe shoes and avoid wearing any loose or dangling clothing or accessories during the workshop to ensure personal safety.

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Instructor: Brandon DaSilva

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Standard Public Ticket $228.00

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MakeHaven Members: $193.00

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=352&reset=1&reset=1

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Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

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 Slapstick:

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Curated by Kevin Daly

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January 11 - March 16, 2025

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Located at Ball & Socket Arts in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

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Opening Reception on Saturday, January 11, 2025 4-7PM

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Slapstick is a physical type of humor involving play, exaggeration and activities which may exceed the boundaries of common sense. In Slapstick, each of the artists included explores abstraction in a highly personal way with a sense of play and experimentation, both in process and in materials. The work included is unpretentiously formal, borrowing aesthetic attributes from Pop Art. This work successfully exudes the fun and delight of creation.

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Featured Artists:

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Cat Balco

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https://catbalco.com/home.html

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https://www.rickwesterfineart.com/cat-balco

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Melanie Carr

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https://www.melaniecarr.com/bio

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 Andy Cunningham

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https://www.andycunningham.net/bio

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Niki Lederer

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https://nikilederer.com/

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Suzan Shutan

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http://www.suzanshutan.com/

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Taro Suzuki

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https://www.tarosuzuki.com/

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https://www.highnoongallery.com/artist-page/taro-suzuki

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Calling all knitting and crochet enthusiasts! Join us at MakeHaven for our monthly gathering, meticulously orchestrated by Denise, one of our esteemed textile facilitators.

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This recurring event, dedicated to the joys of knitting and crochet, offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with fellow crafters in a setting that's both warm and welcoming. Scheduled for the 4th Sunday of every month from 12pm to 3pm, this meetup is a haven for those looking to dive into their projects, exchange ideas, and foster a vibrant, creative community.

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What to Expect:

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• Community Building: Led by Denise, our meetups are designed to cultivate a nurturing environment for knitting and crochet enthusiasts at all levels of expertise. It’s the perfect venue to connect with others who share your passion and to be part of an inclusive, creative community.

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• Dedicated Project Time: Bring along your knitting needles, crochet hooks, and work-in-progress projects. Whether you’re looking to make headway on your current piece, eager to start something new, or hoping to learn a novel stitch or technique, you’ll find plenty of opportunities here.

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• Brainstorming and Conversation: This is your chance to participate in engaging conversations, exchange tips and tricks, and brainstorm on future projects. If inspiration, advice, or just a friendly chat about your favorite pastime is what you seek, you’ll find an open and supportive space here.

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What to Bring:

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• Your Projects and Materials: Don’t forget to bring your knitting, crocheting, or needlework projects along with your yarns, needles, and hooks.

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• Resources to Share: Got any helpful guides, patterns, or insights? Bring them along to share with the group! Our community thrives on the exchange of knowledge and ideas.

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Our Goal:

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With Denise at the helm, our aim is to provide a recurring platform for knitters and crocheters to come together, share their love for the craft, work on their projects, and contribute to a flourishing community. Whether you’re looking to meet like-minded individuals, find inspiration, or simply enjoy a few hours of crafting in great company, you won’t want to miss out.

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Mark your calendars for the 4th Sunday of every month, and join us from 12pm to 3pm for an afternoon of knitting, crocheting, and community building at MakeHaven. Let’s come together to weave a rich tapestry of creativity and camaraderie, one yarn at a time. We look forward to seeing you there!"

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Instructor: Denise McGillicuddy

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=241&reset=1&reset=1

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Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

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Overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine and discover how fun and easy it can be! Learn the basics of machine sewing including threading, operating, and troubleshooting.

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Practice using the machine and then move on to simple projects for yourself or for gift-giving. Choice of projects will include a 4-patch pin cushion, Boho bags, zippered pouch, and items for the home such as pillow covers. Tips for altering clothes can also be covered. Previous students are welcome to attend and work on their own projects.

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Tuition for this class includes a fee of $15 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Creativity meets skill development for young artists!

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Students will learn representational drawing and painting through observation of real objects and images. They’ll explore color theory, texture creation, and value with pencils, pastels, watercolors, and tempera. The focus is on developing eye-hand coordination, drawing skills, and fostering creativity in a supportive environment.

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Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Creativity meets skill development for young artists!

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Students will learn representational drawing and painting through observation of real objects and images. They’ll explore color theory, texture creation, and value with pencils, pastels, watercolors, and tempera. The focus is on developing eye-hand coordination, drawing skills, and fostering creativity in a supportive environment.

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Tuition for this class includes a fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Caroline Nicolas, viola da gamba, and Kevin Payne, theorbo, perform works by Marin Marais and Antoine Forqueray. Learn more on the Elm City Consort website.

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 November 18, 2024 – February 7, 2025

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Opening Reception on Thursday, November 21, 4:00-6:00pm at Pegasus Gallery.

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  Kat Owens creates life-size portraits of animal species impacted by plastics discarded by humans. Each work is composed of consumer waste and recycling stream packaging that are manipulated into visually striking compositions. The basis of her process includes mosaic, quilt, and collage traditions but encompasses a larger artistic practice of observation, research, community engagement, and environmental education.

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The power of Owens’ artwork resides in the pattern rich arrangements of graphic text fonts, inherent material surface contrasts, and bold color interactions. The overall visual effects these packaging combinations offer are further heightened by juxtapositions of their recognizable product components and the life-like animal portraits they contain. In spite of the visual pleasure Owens’ arrangements of everyday plastic materials offer, the species represented in each project is poignantly fabricated from the very material pollutants that threaten them.    

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Kat Owens is an interdisciplinary artist, teacher, and researcher who focuses on the environment. Owens holds a PHD in Governance and Sustainable Development from the University of Twente (the Netherlands). She also holds an MA of Environmental Studies, a BA Biology, a BS Anthropology, and a BA Studio Art from the College of Charleston, South Carolina. She has led community workshops and exhibited her artwork throughout Connecticut, regionally, and internationally. See more of her work at: www.katowens.com

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Pegasus Gallery is located within the library on the first floor of Chapman Hall, Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30 am - 7 pm; Friday: 8:30 am - 4 pm.

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The Niche is in Founders Hall across from the Registrar’s Office, Hours: Monday through Thursday 7:30 am – 5 pm; Fridays 8 am – 4 pm.

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https://mxcc.edu/art-exhibits/

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CT State Community College – Middlesex

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100 Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457

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New and experienced students will focus on making pottery on the wheel.

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Start by using methods of wedging, centering, hand and finger positioning for raising a vessel, and positioning one’s body for dealing with a mass of clay on the wheel. Demonstrations will cover the importance of trimming techniques and various forming processes.

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Wear clothes that can get dirty.

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Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only.

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Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

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Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

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In January, painter and printmaker Sue Rollins presents a collection of new work in LAND WATER SKY, on view in The Keyes Galley at the Willoughby Wallace Mem Library (Stony Creek). The exhibit runs from Friday, January 3 to Monday, January 27 , with a Reception on Sunday, January 5 from 4-6 p.m.

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Rollins’ work combines traditional landscape painting with abstract expressionist elements, addressing our current environmental challenges through altered landscapes with windows into the past and future.

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Most recently, Rollins work was chosen for the 2024 Silvermine 74th A-One show, and she was the recipient of the Samuel and May Rudin Award at the 2024 Greenwich Art Society Summer Exhibit, juried by Lauren Rosati of the Met Modern. She is a member of City Gallery New Haven, Silvermine Guild of Artists in New Canaan and is an elected member of Art League Rhode Island and Connecticut Women Artists. Her work has been featured in galleries and museums, including Silvermine Galleries, New Canaan, Galatea Fine Art, Boston, Five Points Gallery, Torrington, Mattatuck Museum, Waterbury, and Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven. She received a BFA from the University of Florida and studied with abstract expressionist Hiram Williams and printmaker Ken Kerslake.

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LAND WATER SKY is free and open to the public. The Willoughby Wallace Mem Library is located at 146 Thimble Island Road in Stony Creek, CT 06405.Library/Gallery hours Mon-Thu: 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sundays: 1pm-4pm. For further information, visit www.wwml.org.

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Join the Yale Peabody Museum, CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, and the New Haven Museum for the  29th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy of Social and Environmental Justice  with a full day of free events open to all. Generously sponsored by Citizens.

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For over two decades, the Yale Peabody Museum has worked alongside organizations across the greater New Haven community to commemorate Dr. King’s legacy. This year, we are thrilled to host a lineup of planned events and activities for the whole family, including poetry, musical and choral performances, kid-friendly crafts, food trucks and more.

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For a full lineup of events, visit https://peabody.yale.edu/events/mlk-celebration

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A colorful community mobile, uplifting a cappella music, and a local children’s author will bring new energy to the New Haven Museum’s celebration of Yale Peabody Museum’s 29th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Legacy of Social & Environmental Justice on Monday, January 20, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

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The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Legacy of Environmental and Social Justice program   honors King’s legacy and its continuing impact on artists, advocates, and thought leaders today. Citizens Bank is the Presenting Sponsor and Sponsor for Workforce Development. For the full program schedule visit: https://peabody.yale.edu/events/mlk-celebration .

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Schedule at New Haven Museum

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·       11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. – Visitors can contribute to a colorful community mobile with   New Haven Museum Educator Rohanna Delossantos and participate in coloring and reading in the Book Nook.

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·       12:00 – Storyteller Joy Donaldson will share fables, anecdotes, and stories honoring King’s work and testifying to his impact on the justice movement.

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·       1 p.m. – Author Flavia Albert will read her children’s book, “Lou's New Trick,” a heartfelt story that encourages kids to navigate emotions and tackle challenges with kindness and resilience.

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·       2-3 p.m. - Songs and children’s workshop with Shades of Yale, a co-educational a cappella group that celebrates music of the African Diaspora and African American tradition.

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Learn how to make a clamshell box–a box that looks like a book, especially when set on a shelf. The design can be easily adapted in shape and size to accommodate a wide range of objects from prints, small objects, or books. Students will to the pieces and construct the two-tray cloth-covered box accented with decorative paper. Many of the basic bookbinding techniques will be taught such as measuring, cutting, and gluing.

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No experience necessary. Intermediate students may work on independent box projects.

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Plus receive one 3-hour monitored open bench session each week.

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Mon, Jan 20, 2025 (2:00 PM) - Hear the Haven String Quartet, Music Haven students, and the St. Luke’s Steel Band at our annual MLK Celebration—one of the year's most anticipated events. Join us as we come together to honor Dr. King’s legacy through the power of music and community.

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Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

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Welcome back to re-X Clinic series where we reduce, reuse, redesign, reclaim materials before recycling or sending tired items to landfills. This month we are gathering ideas for 2025. What would you like to learn in order to reduce emissions in your daily life?

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Lets get a conversation going, and hear what interests you going forward.Join us to feedback from past events and to brainstorm new ideas or changes to implement for 2025 around lifestyle emission reduction. Young will facilitate and document the ideas for later use!

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Instructor: Young Le

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=369&reset=1&reset=1

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Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

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 November 18, 2024 – February 7, 2025

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Opening Reception on Thursday, November 21, 4:00-6:00pm at Pegasus Gallery.

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  Kat Owens creates life-size portraits of animal species impacted by plastics discarded by humans. Each work is composed of consumer waste and recycling stream packaging that are manipulated into visually striking compositions. The basis of her process includes mosaic, quilt, and collage traditions but encompasses a larger artistic practice of observation, research, community engagement, and environmental education.

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The power of Owens’ artwork resides in the pattern rich arrangements of graphic text fonts, inherent material surface contrasts, and bold color interactions. The overall visual effects these packaging combinations offer are further heightened by juxtapositions of their recognizable product components and the life-like animal portraits they contain. In spite of the visual pleasure Owens’ arrangements of everyday plastic materials offer, the species represented in each project is poignantly fabricated from the very material pollutants that threaten them.    

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Kat Owens is an interdisciplinary artist, teacher, and researcher who focuses on the environment. Owens holds a PHD in Governance and Sustainable Development from the University of Twente (the Netherlands). She also holds an MA of Environmental Studies, a BA Biology, a BS Anthropology, and a BA Studio Art from the College of Charleston, South Carolina. She has led community workshops and exhibited her artwork throughout Connecticut, regionally, and internationally. See more of her work at: www.katowens.com

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Pegasus Gallery is located within the library on the first floor of Chapman Hall, Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30 am - 7 pm; Friday: 8:30 am - 4 pm.

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The Niche is in Founders Hall across from the Registrar’s Office, Hours: Monday through Thursday 7:30 am – 5 pm; Fridays 8 am – 4 pm.

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https://mxcc.edu/art-exhibits/

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CT State Community College – Middlesex

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100 Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457

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Develop your pottery skills as you focus on wheel-throwing techniques in stoneware and porcelain. Lessons will cover both functional and decorative pottery with emphasis on classical forms as we know them. Students will be shown how to apply glazes and/or oxide washes to achieve desired results, such as combining glaze colors and the application of wood ash to create unexpected effects on their work. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27 and firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

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In January, painter and printmaker Sue Rollins presents a collection of new work in LAND WATER SKY, on view in The Keyes Galley at the Willoughby Wallace Mem Library (Stony Creek). The exhibit runs from Friday, January 3 to Monday, January 27 , with a Reception on Sunday, January 5 from 4-6 p.m.

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Rollins’ work combines traditional landscape painting with abstract expressionist elements, addressing our current environmental challenges through altered landscapes with windows into the past and future.

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Most recently, Rollins work was chosen for the 2024 Silvermine 74th A-One show, and she was the recipient of the Samuel and May Rudin Award at the 2024 Greenwich Art Society Summer Exhibit, juried by Lauren Rosati of the Met Modern. She is a member of City Gallery New Haven, Silvermine Guild of Artists in New Canaan and is an elected member of Art League Rhode Island and Connecticut Women Artists. Her work has been featured in galleries and museums, including Silvermine Galleries, New Canaan, Galatea Fine Art, Boston, Five Points Gallery, Torrington, Mattatuck Museum, Waterbury, and Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven. She received a BFA from the University of Florida and studied with abstract expressionist Hiram Williams and printmaker Ken Kerslake.

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LAND WATER SKY is free and open to the public. The Willoughby Wallace Mem Library is located at 146 Thimble Island Road in Stony Creek, CT 06405.Library/Gallery hours Mon-Thu: 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sundays: 1pm-4pm. For further information, visit www.wwml.org.

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Learn basic metalsmithing for making jewelry, developing new skills, or strengthen existing ones. Weekly demonstrations introduce tools and techniques required for working with nonferrous sheet metal and wire. Demonstrations may include sawing, filing, cold-connecting, soldering, surface embellishment, forging, shaping, fold forming, finishing, and patina coloring.

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The tuition for this class includes a fee of $40 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

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Join Yale Consort for a service of Choral Evensong, focused on music, readings, and quiet contemplation. Through hymns, psalms, canticles, and reflections, the centuries-old tradition of Choral Evensong invites us to come together in stillness and prayer.

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Free and open to the public.

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View Yale Consort event page

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Due to the off-campus nature of Yale Consort events, they will not be livestreamed. We invite you to join us in person as you are able.

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Yale Consort, a newly formed professional vocal ensemble conducted by Professor James O’Donnell and sponsored by the Yale Institute of Sacred Music, provides high quality choral music for a series of evening services in local parishes and chapels.

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Contact: Clifton Massey

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Instructed by Annie Sailer

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39 Putnam Avenue

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Hamden, CT 06517

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For those already comfortable making metal sculpture, take your practice to the next level and develop new ideas using all types of materials.

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Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours.

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 November 18, 2024 – February 7, 2025

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Opening Reception on Thursday, November 21, 4:00-6:00pm at Pegasus Gallery.

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  Kat Owens creates life-size portraits of animal species impacted by plastics discarded by humans. Each work is composed of consumer waste and recycling stream packaging that are manipulated into visually striking compositions. The basis of her process includes mosaic, quilt, and collage traditions but encompasses a larger artistic practice of observation, research, community engagement, and environmental education.

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The power of Owens’ artwork resides in the pattern rich arrangements of graphic text fonts, inherent material surface contrasts, and bold color interactions. The overall visual effects these packaging combinations offer are further heightened by juxtapositions of their recognizable product components and the life-like animal portraits they contain. In spite of the visual pleasure Owens’ arrangements of everyday plastic materials offer, the species represented in each project is poignantly fabricated from the very material pollutants that threaten them.    

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Kat Owens is an interdisciplinary artist, teacher, and researcher who focuses on the environment. Owens holds a PHD in Governance and Sustainable Development from the University of Twente (the Netherlands). She also holds an MA of Environmental Studies, a BA Biology, a BS Anthropology, and a BA Studio Art from the College of Charleston, South Carolina. She has led community workshops and exhibited her artwork throughout Connecticut, regionally, and internationally. See more of her work at: www.katowens.com

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Pegasus Gallery is located within the library on the first floor of Chapman Hall, Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30 am - 7 pm; Friday: 8:30 am - 4 pm.

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The Niche is in Founders Hall across from the Registrar’s Office, Hours: Monday through Thursday 7:30 am – 5 pm; Fridays 8 am – 4 pm.

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https://mxcc.edu/art-exhibits/

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CT State Community College – Middlesex

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100 Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

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She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7

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The Gospel of St. Luke provides the only description of where Christ was born, as it mentions him being placed in a manger. This suggests that Mary gave birth in a stable. Although many stables of this region and time period were built in caves, crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the nativity scene, have a diversity of stables and settings, including the most commonly used type of stable, an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

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This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the St. Francis Nativity, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

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Most of the Christians who live in Africa are in the Sub-Saharan nations (nations south of the Sahara Desert), though Christians are found throughout the entire continent. According to a Pew Study in 2018, Christianity is growing the fastest within African countries than anywhere else in the world. Christianity spread into Africa as early as the first century, particularly throughout Northern Africa, and continued right up until the seventh century, when armies practicing the new Islamic faith spread into Africa.

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The next era of growth began in the 15th century, when many European countries, starting with Portugal, began searching for alternative trade routes to Asia. Europeans established trade posts along the western coast of Africa and sent missionaries to spread the faith. These missionaries brought their own simple plaster crèches with them, and they later enlisted the aid of local artisans to create variations reflective of their own cultures and traditions. These local artisans used native materials that were both abundant and accessible — a tradition that continues to this day.

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In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

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In January, painter and printmaker Sue Rollins presents a collection of new work in LAND WATER SKY, on view in The Keyes Galley at the Willoughby Wallace Mem Library (Stony Creek). The exhibit runs from Friday, January 3 to Monday, January 27 , with a Reception on Sunday, January 5 from 4-6 p.m.

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Rollins’ work combines traditional landscape painting with abstract expressionist elements, addressing our current environmental challenges through altered landscapes with windows into the past and future.

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Most recently, Rollins work was chosen for the 2024 Silvermine 74th A-One show, and she was the recipient of the Samuel and May Rudin Award at the 2024 Greenwich Art Society Summer Exhibit, juried by Lauren Rosati of the Met Modern. She is a member of City Gallery New Haven, Silvermine Guild of Artists in New Canaan and is an elected member of Art League Rhode Island and Connecticut Women Artists. Her work has been featured in galleries and museums, including Silvermine Galleries, New Canaan, Galatea Fine Art, Boston, Five Points Gallery, Torrington, Mattatuck Museum, Waterbury, and Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven. She received a BFA from the University of Florida and studied with abstract expressionist Hiram Williams and printmaker Ken Kerslake.

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LAND WATER SKY is free and open to the public. The Willoughby Wallace Mem Library is located at 146 Thimble Island Road in Stony Creek, CT 06405.Library/Gallery hours Mon-Thu: 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sundays: 1pm-4pm. For further information, visit www.wwml.org.

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You decide – explore multiple printmaking techniques and processes or deepen your practice in one area. Use etching, drypoint, woodcut, linocut, monotype, transfer prints, paper lithography, polymer plate lithography, collagraph, silk aquatint, transfer prints, or Chine-collé. Learn new techniques or connect printmaking to other artistic media.

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Includes one 3-hour practice session per week during monitored practice hours.

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The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

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Join us for an opening reception at Miller Hall for the ISM's new art exhibit, Symphonia: Dialogues of Landscape, Ritual and Resilience, featuring appearances by exhibit artists Joanne Aono, Karen Azarnia, Jon Seals, and Michelle Wasson. Reception begins at 5 p.m. Sponsored by the Institute of Sacred Music’s Religion, Ecology, and Expressive Culture Initiative.

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Free and open to the public.

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Exhibition co-curated by Karen Azarnia & Jon Seals.

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Symphonia: Dialogues of Landscape, Ritual and Resilience will be on view at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music’s Miller Hall at 406 Prospect Street, New Haven from January 22 - March 6. Exhibit is free and open to the public.

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Contact: Anesu Nyamupingidza

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Art credit: Michelle Wasson: Golden Lacuna, Aurea Nova Series, 2023

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View opening reception event page.

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View art exhibit information page.

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Greg Dunn, an artist with a PhD in Neuroscience from the University of Pennsylvania (2011), explores the intersection of science and art in his work. During his graduate studies, Dunn discovered that the intricate forms of neural structures harmonize beautifully with the minimalist aesthetic of Asian art, particularly sumi-e scroll and gold leaf painting. Now based in Sofia, Bulgaria, he works full-time as an artist, blending his deep knowledge of neuroscience, physics, and biology into his creative process through innovative imagery and techniques.

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In collaboration with Dr. Brian Edwards, an electrical engineer and fellow artist at Penn, Dunn co-developed reflective microetching—a groundbreaking technique enabling dynamic manipulation of imagery and color in reflective gold surfaces. Dunn's creations are featured in universities, museums, and private collections worldwide.

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Featuring the works of the late Shirley Ann Waugh, featuring oil on canvas pieces that vividly capture a profound spectrum of colors and emotions, evoking themes of depth and personal journeys.

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Brainbow Hippocampus

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Microetched aluminized polymer sealed in sheets of glass

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2014–2018, 22" x 30"

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Artists: Greg Dunn and Brian Edwards

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Explore and create your own series of linoleum prints in this engaging class.

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The instructor will guide students in developing original designs and preparing a linoleum block for inking and printing. The process of carving and printing a 4” x 6” block will be demonstrated, along with a variety of inking and printing techniques. Examples of linoleum prints will be available for inspiration.

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This course welcomes both beginners and advanced students. All inks are water-based and easily cleaned with soap and water. Students may purchase their own paper or additional blocks after the first session.

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Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours.

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Learn the basics of preparing and operating a loom. Participants will weave a sampler piece combining a wide range of useful weaves. Beginning students will complete one or two simple projects of their choice by the end of this term. Intermediate and advanced students will weave projects with more complex structures using multi-harness looms.

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Beginning students have a materials fee of $18 payable to the instructor.

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Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours.

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The CREC Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts (GHAA) HALF-DAY Program identifies and educates students from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds who have a passion for the arts and will commit to immersive training in their arts discipline. Our program offers a pre-college, pre-professional, rigorous arts curriculum with 200+ core and elective courses. The curriculum prepares students for post-secondary studies and professional careers in the arts.

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Students can major in 1 of 6 arts disciplines: Dance, Design & Theater Production, Instrumental & Vocal Music, Musical Theater, Theater, and Visual Arts. From 7:30am to noon, they take their core academic courses at their district high schools. From 1pm to 4:15pm, Monday-Thursday, they attend GHAA Half-day for 13 hours per week of intensive study in their arts major.

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In 2023, the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts HALF-DAY program was named the Best Art School Program in the U.S. for the 3rd time in our 39-year history by the International Arts Schools Network.

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The CREC Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts (GHAA) HALF-DAY Program identifies and educates students from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds who have a passion for the arts and will commit to immersive training in their arts discipline. Our program offers a pre-college, pre-professional, rigorous arts curriculum with 200+ core and elective courses. The curriculum prepares students for post-secondary studies and professional careers in the arts.

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Students can major in 1 of 6 arts disciplines: Dance, Design & Theater Production, Instrumental & Vocal Music, Musical Theater, Theater, and Visual Arts. From 7:30am to noon, they take their core academic courses at their district high schools. From 1pm to 4:15pm, Monday-Thursday, they attend GHAA Half-day for 13 hours per week of intensive study in their arts major.

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In 2023, the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts HALF-DAY program was named the Best Art School Program in the U.S. for the 3rd time in our 39-year history by the International Arts Schools Network.

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Veteran book arts expert Gisela Noack brings her many years of skill and experience in restoration and conservation to students working on their own advanced bookbinding or restoration projects.

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Enrollment in this class includes one 3-hour monitored open bench session per week.

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This class will take place in a studio accessed by a flight of stairs. For any accommodations please send a confidential email to registrar@creativeartsworkshop.org

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 November 18, 2024 – February 7, 2025

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Opening Reception on Thursday, November 21, 4:00-6:00pm at Pegasus Gallery.

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  Kat Owens creates life-size portraits of animal species impacted by plastics discarded by humans. Each work is composed of consumer waste and recycling stream packaging that are manipulated into visually striking compositions. The basis of her process includes mosaic, quilt, and collage traditions but encompasses a larger artistic practice of observation, research, community engagement, and environmental education.

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The power of Owens’ artwork resides in the pattern rich arrangements of graphic text fonts, inherent material surface contrasts, and bold color interactions. The overall visual effects these packaging combinations offer are further heightened by juxtapositions of their recognizable product components and the life-like animal portraits they contain. In spite of the visual pleasure Owens’ arrangements of everyday plastic materials offer, the species represented in each project is poignantly fabricated from the very material pollutants that threaten them.    

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Kat Owens is an interdisciplinary artist, teacher, and researcher who focuses on the environment. Owens holds a PHD in Governance and Sustainable Development from the University of Twente (the Netherlands). She also holds an MA of Environmental Studies, a BA Biology, a BS Anthropology, and a BA Studio Art from the College of Charleston, South Carolina. She has led community workshops and exhibited her artwork throughout Connecticut, regionally, and internationally. See more of her work at: www.katowens.com

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Pegasus Gallery is located within the library on the first floor of Chapman Hall, Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30 am - 7 pm; Friday: 8:30 am - 4 pm.

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The Niche is in Founders Hall across from the Registrar’s Office, Hours: Monday through Thursday 7:30 am – 5 pm; Fridays 8 am – 4 pm.

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https://mxcc.edu/art-exhibits/

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CT State Community College – Middlesex

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100 Training Hill Road, Middletown, CT 06457

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Dive into the creative process of monotype printmaking using direct drawing, stencils, and masking techniques.

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This hands-on class introduces innovative approaches to printmaking, allowing students to create bold, dynamic images with clean lines and striking contrasts. Whether you’re an artist looking to expand your skills or a hobbyist seeking a new creative outlet, this class provides the tools and knowledge to make stunning prints.

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Students will design and customize stencils from a variety of materials and explore layering techniques in inking to create complex, multi-colored prints. Topics include working with gel plates, screen printing, and plexiglass monotypes. No prior experience is required.

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Includes one 3-hour practice session per week during monitored practice hours.

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The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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Want to try something new? Build your existing skills to grow ideas in a stimulating group of intermediate and advanced potters. Individual projects are encouraged, with demonstrations designed to inspire new ways of looking at throwing, hand-building, and overall design.

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Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only.

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Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

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Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

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She wrapped him in swaddling clothes and laid him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. Luke 2:7

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The Gospel of St. Luke provides the only description of where Christ was born, as it mentions him being placed in a manger. This suggests that Mary gave birth in a stable. Although many stables of this region and time period were built in caves, crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the nativity scene, have a diversity of stables and settings, including the most commonly used type of stable, an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

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This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights the creation of a handful of crèches that have settings customized to display the figures. These crèches include, the Marcel Carbonel Santons of Marseille, France, Fontanini of Bagni di Lucca, Italy, the Neapolitan crèche by Cantone and Costabile of Naples Italy, and the newest additions to our collection by United States based Navidad Nativities: the St. Francis Nativity, with figures by Ulpe Wood Art and St. Mary’s crèche with figures by Original Heide, both from Italy.

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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm EXCEPT Thursday, November 28 (Thanksgiving) and Wednesday, December 25 (Christmas Day) with free parking and admission.

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Most of the Christians who live in Africa are in the Sub-Saharan nations (nations south of the Sahara Desert), though Christians are found throughout the entire continent. According to a Pew Study in 2018, Christianity is growing the fastest within African countries than anywhere else in the world. Christianity spread into Africa as early as the first century, particularly throughout Northern Africa, and continued right up until the seventh century, when armies practicing the new Islamic faith spread into Africa.

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The next era of growth began in the 15th century, when many European countries, starting with Portugal, began searching for alternative trade routes to Asia. Europeans established trade posts along the western coast of Africa and sent missionaries to spread the faith. These missionaries brought their own simple plaster crèches with them, and they later enlisted the aid of local artisans to create variations reflective of their own cultures and traditions. These local artisans used native materials that were both abundant and accessible — a tradition that continues to this day.

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In recent years, Christians in several nations within the African continent have been subjected to persecution resulting in the displacement of millions and numerous deaths. Despite this, the people’s dedication to their faith is unwavering. It is in honor of their spirit and determination that the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is pleased to exhibit more than 50 works representing 23 countries across the African continent. This exhibit also explores some of the traditions and festivities that have developed throughout Africa to celebrate the season.

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Learn the various approaches to creating metal sculptures, including welding (oxyacetylene and MIG), brazing, cutting (torch and plasma cutter), hammering, and more.

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Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours.

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Students should wear 100% cotton long sleeves, jeans or work pants, and closed-toe boots. No synthetic mesh, plastic, or cloth.

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The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $40.

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Explore the modern and popular craft of memoir writing. Every person has a story to tell. No matter your age, education, family, or location, your life is filled with tales big and small.

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Through workshopping and class critiques, students will explore how to shape their memories into cohesive and compelling narratives. Topics will include character development, setting a scene with vivid descriptions, authentic dialogue and emotion, building your story arc, and compelling opening sentences.

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Bring a laptop, iPad, or pen and paper to each session. Participants will share short writing assignments each week.

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In January, painter and printmaker Sue Rollins presents a collection of new work in LAND WATER SKY, on view in The Keyes Galley at the Willoughby Wallace Mem Library (Stony Creek). The exhibit runs from Friday, January 3 to Monday, January 27 , with a Reception on Sunday, January 5 from 4-6 p.m.

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Rollins’ work combines traditional landscape painting with abstract expressionist elements, addressing our current environmental challenges through altered landscapes with windows into the past and future.

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Most recently, Rollins work was chosen for the 2024 Silvermine 74th A-One show, and she was the recipient of the Samuel and May Rudin Award at the 2024 Greenwich Art Society Summer Exhibit, juried by Lauren Rosati of the Met Modern. She is a member of City Gallery New Haven, Silvermine Guild of Artists in New Canaan and is an elected member of Art League Rhode Island and Connecticut Women Artists. Her work has been featured in galleries and museums, including Silvermine Galleries, New Canaan, Galatea Fine Art, Boston, Five Points Gallery, Torrington, Mattatuck Museum, Waterbury, and Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven. She received a BFA from the University of Florida and studied with abstract expressionist Hiram Williams and printmaker Ken Kerslake.

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LAND WATER SKY is free and open to the public. The Willoughby Wallace Mem Library is located at 146 Thimble Island Road in Stony Creek, CT 06405.Library/Gallery hours Mon-Thu: 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat: 10am-5pm, Sundays: 1pm-4pm. For further information, visit www.wwml.org.

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Symphonia: Dialogues of Landscape, Ritual, and Resilience aims to explore the profound and intricate intersections of religious, ecological, and expressive themes through the works of four Chicago-based artists: Joanne Aono, Karen Azarnia, Jon Seals, and Michelle Wasson. Envisioned as an artistic conversation that transcends traditional boundaries, the exhibition is designed to encourage contemplation and dialogue, creating an immersive experience for the viewer to explore.

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As an artist and farmer, Joanne Aono explores the intersection of nature and the cultural significance of food sovereignty across communities, drawing on humanity's historical reliance on the earth for survival. Through large drawings on agricultural fabric and small panel drawings depicting foraged foods and cultivated plants, Aono conveys themes of impermanence, the passage of time, and the interconnectedness of life, emphasizing the essential care needed for the holistic sustenance of the Earth and its elements.

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Through painting, Karen Azarnia explores themes of time, home, memory, and natural life cycles. Navigating the delicate balance between abstraction and representation, works from her Verdant series are characterized by lushness and generosity – an act of care for the viewer. The work seeks to inspire renewal and resilience, drawing parallels between the meditative rhythms of nature and the painting process.

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Employing a unique mixed-media approach, Jon Seals utilizes materials directly harvested from environmentally shifting landscapes. The symbiotic exchange with the soil, water, and plant life is evident in artworks created through pouring, dipping, and combining hand-drawn and painted elements. The integration of water sourced on-site deepens the artist's connection with the land and sea.

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Michelle Wasson's paintings serve as a sensual refuge, intuitively created from memory and imagination. Her canvases, flowing between landscape, still life, and the figurative, portray surreal planes where divine vessels evoke the power of nature to create, destroy, and create anew, offering a reflection of our shared humanity in the natural world.

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While each artist in Symphonia offers a distinct viewpoint embodied through their own uniquely built worlds, together these worlds intertwine to culminate into something much larger. It is through this simple yet powerful act of shared connection in which Symphonia ultimately seeks to inspire a renewed sense of environmental consciousness, and a commitment to preserving the sacred harmony within our world.

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Free and open to the public.

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Exhibition co-curated by Karen Azarnia & Jon Seals.

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This exhibition will be on view at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music’s Miller Hall at 406 Prospect Street, New Haven from January 23-March 6 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12-4 p.m.

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All are welcome to join us for an opening reception for this art exhibit on Wednesday, January 22 at 5 p.m.

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Sponsored by the Institute of Sacred Music’s Religion, Ecology, and Expressive Culture Initiative.

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We are excited to announce that the ISM will be linking its exhibitions to the Smartify app. The app is available as a free download from the App Store and Google Play, or you can access content through the Smartify webpage at  app.smartify.org. The Smartify app will allow you to directly scan artworks that are on display, as well as QR codes that are placed around the exhibition, to receive more information. You will also be able to save your favorite artworks and share them to social media.

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Contact: Anesu Nyamupingidza

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Art credit: Michelle Wasson: Golden Lacuna, Aurea Nova Series, 2023

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Symphonia: Dialogues of Landscape, Ritual, and Resilience aims to explore the profound and intricate intersections of religious, ecological, and expressive themes through the works of four Chicago-based artists: Joanne Aono, Karen Azarnia, Jon Seals, and Michelle Wasson. Envisioned as an artistic conversation that transcends traditional boundaries, the exhibition is designed to encourage contemplation and dialogue, creating an immersive experience for the viewer to explore.

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As an artist and farmer, Joanne Aono explores the intersection of nature and the cultural significance of food sovereignty across communities, drawing on humanity's historical reliance on the earth for survival. Through large drawings on agricultural fabric and small panel drawings depicting foraged foods and cultivated plants, Aono conveys themes of impermanence, the passage of time, and the interconnectedness of life, emphasizing the essential care needed for the holistic sustenance of the Earth and its elements.

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Through painting, Karen Azarnia explores themes of time, home, memory, and natural life cycles. Navigating the delicate balance between abstraction and representation, works from her Verdant series are characterized by lushness and generosity – an act of care for the viewer. The work seeks to inspire renewal and resilience, drawing parallels between the meditative rhythms of nature and the painting process.

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Employing a unique mixed-media approach, Jon Seals utilizes materials directly harvested from environmentally shifting landscapes. The symbiotic exchange with the soil, water, and plant life is evident in artworks created through pouring, dipping, and combining hand-drawn and painted elements. The integration of water sourced on-site deepens the artist's connection with the land and sea.

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Michelle Wasson's paintings serve as a sensual refuge, intuitively created from memory and imagination. Her canvases, flowing between landscape, still life, and the figurative, portray surreal planes where divine vessels evoke the power of nature to create, destroy, and create anew, offering a reflection of our shared humanity in the natural world.

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While each artist in Symphonia offers a distinct viewpoint embodied through their own uniquely built worlds, together these worlds intertwine to culminate into something much larger. It is through this simple yet powerful act of shared connection in which Symphonia ultimately seeks to inspire a renewed sense of environmental consciousness, and a commitment to preserving the sacred harmony within our world.

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Free and open to the public.

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Exhibition co-curated by Karen Azarnia & Jon Seals.

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This exhibition will be on view at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music’s Miller Hall at 406 Prospect Street, New Haven from January 23-March 6 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12-4 p.m.

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All are welcome to join us for an opening reception for this art exhibit on Wednesday, January 22 at 5 p.m.

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Sponsored by the Institute of Sacred Music’s Religion, Ecology, and Expressive Culture Initiative.

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We are excited to announce that the ISM will be linking its exhibitions to the Smartify app. The app is available as a free download from the App Store and Google Play, or you can access content through the Smartify webpage at  app.smartify.org. The Smartify app will allow you to directly scan artworks that are on display, as well as QR codes that are placed around the exhibition, to receive more information. You will also be able to save your favorite artworks and share them to social media.

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Contact: Anesu Nyamupingidza

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Art credit: Michelle Wasson: Golden Lacuna, Aurea Nova Series, 2023

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Instructed by Annie Sailer

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39 Putnam Ave, Floor 2, Hamden, CT

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Using both hand-building techniques and the potter’s wheel, participants learn the foundational skills needed to create basic ceramic cups, bowls, and floral containers. As students refine these skills, they will work on more complex projects. This will enable them to combine techniques, push their creativity, and practice creative problem-solving.

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Glazing, slips, and other surface treatments will be explored. There will be instructor demonstrations and individual consultations. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

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Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only.

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Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

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Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Registration is now open for Winter Programs at Oddfellows Playhouse Youth Theater located at 128 Washington Street in Middletown! Beginning January 6, weekly classes in theater, dance, circus, and visual arts will be offered for toddlers to 20 year olds.

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Inaugurated in 1867, Street Hall—today part of the Yale University Art Gallery—housed the first collegiate school of art in the country. Its curriculum permitted students from a variety of disciplines to sketch from live models and original works of art. Take part in this centuries-old practice by joining us for an evening of guided sketching. Generously sponsored by the Martin A. Ryerson Lectureship Fund. 

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Open to all ages and levels of drawing experience. Materials will be provided.

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In this class, you will learn how to knit your first hat in the round using circular needles. We will be covering fundamental skills, including casting on, knitting in the round, fixing mistakes like dropped stitches, casting off, and blocking your work. If you can knit a hat, you can knit almost anything! This is the perfect class for beginners and those looking to refresh their knitting skills.

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Etching, a classic intaglio printing technique, involves incising lines into copper through a protected surface and then “etching” them in acid—a method dating back to Dürer and used from the Renaissance to modern times.

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This class introduces environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional etching featuring different types of water-based inks, Baldwin’s Ink Ground (B.I.G) and Lascaux grounds, and coffee-lift techniques.

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Some products used in this class may be irritating to highly sensitive people.

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Includes one 3-hour practice session per week during monitored practice hours.

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The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.

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 The Figure Within Exhibit- Opening Reception

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At the Firehouse Gallery Thursday, January 23, 2025  6 - 8 pm

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Free and Open to All

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If you are interested in making ceramic pieces for the home, this class is for you.

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Making functional pots is important to all levels of students, whether you throw pots on the wheel or prefer to build by hand. Students will learn ways to modify forms to create pieces uniquely their own.

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Classes will include various techniques for pot making as well as considerations pertaining to each form. Surface treatments including engobes, stains, and glazes will also be covered.

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Both teacher demonstrations and one-on-one student instruction will occur each week.

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Wear clothes that can get dirty.

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Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only.

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Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.

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