Greater New Haven Regional Arts Calendar

Exhibition showcases the works of ten talented artists from Gallery One, Ct. Each piece in the collection embodies the unique life experiences and sources of inspiration that drive these artists towards profound creative contemplation. The diverse multimedia exhibition includes an array of paintings, photography, collages and mixed media.

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“My idea of a good picture is one that’s in focus and of a famous person” – Andy Warhol.

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 Artists throughout history have focused on and painted the rich and famous. Even during the Renaissance, rich patrons, such as the Medici family, would commission artists to create portraits of them and decorate their lavish homes. Fast-forward to today and many celebrities still continue this tradition, commissioning and buying artwork from well-known artists.

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During this week, students will learn about how celebrities are presented in contemporary artwork. They will then use what they learned to create a mixed-media portrait of their chosen celebrity that is visually interesting, textural, and layered, using various materials and techniques.

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

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Don’t miss the Museum’s most popular week of camp! Have you ever wondered what life was like out on the open water? This week, we will learn about real pirates & sailors—what they did, what they looked like, and where they traveled. We will dress in pirate garb as we learn about the vessels they sailed, the flags they flew, and how they navigated. We’ll also set sail out on the open water of the Connecticut River aboard the Onrust. Arrrr you ready? 

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Camp is open to adventurers aged 6-11.

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Book Online:

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https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/summer-camp-sailor-life-pirates/

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Questions? Email our Camp Director, Lauren Bennett-Dionne at lbdionne@ctrivermuseum.org.

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Camp runs daily, July 22, 2024 – July 26, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. 

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$385 for Non-Members | $347 for Members.

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Marking the forty-fifth anniversary of the first videotaping by the Holocaust Survivors Film Project, a grassroots New Haven community initiative that evolved into the Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies, “In the First Person” is the first large-scale public exhibition of footage from this groundbreaking collection. Powerful excerpts from nineteen video testimonies presents the experiences of survivors and witnesses to the atrocities and genocide committed by Nazi Germany and its collaborators.

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These videos are presented alongside a display of books, pamphlets, manuscripts, documents, and other items from Yale Library collections that presents a history of Jewish efforts to document anti-Jewish persecution by means of eyewitness accounts, from the Kishinev Pogrom of 1903 through the Holocaust and its aftermath. The exhibition confronts the myth that survivors were silent about their experiences in the immediate post–World War II period and provides further context for understanding the Fortunoff Archive’s historical significance and impact.

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Taken together, these materials reveal longstanding Jewish practices of documentation following periods of destruction and violence. While the Fortunoff Archive has been pathbreaking in harnessing the potential of video technology, it also participates in a Jewish tradition that extends as far back as the Biblical commandment to remember the past.

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Have you experienced collapsed walls, volcanos, clay that is wonky and bumping around under your fingers. Does your pot get stuck to the wheel, or worse, fly off the wheel?

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Not to worry – you just need some instructions on centering, pulling, and trimming your clay. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced ceramicist, you can always learn something new about the beginning, middle, and end of creating a piece of pottery.

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Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed toe shoes.

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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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March 23 - September 8, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Good Friday (Friday, March 29), Holy Saturday (Saturday, March 30), Easter (Sunday, March 31), and Independence Day (Thursday, July 4). True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of salvation and eternal life through his body and blood. This exhibition was inspired by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival, a three-year celebration that began in 2022 and includes the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in 2024. The exhibition features numerous components connected to the adoration of the Eucharist, including its origins, its appearance and influence in works of art, its celebration and reverence throughout history, and its associated miracles.

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May 11 – August 25, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Independence Day (Thursday, July 4).Do This In Memory Of Me is an unprecedented juried exhibition of sacred art created to draw God’s people into deeper intimacy with our Lord in the holy Eucharist.Across the ages, visual arts have turned hearts and minds towards the sacred. With timeless beauty, sacred arts reach deeper into the soul than words. They show us what is holy so that we might encounter the Source of all holiness. Steeped in artistic tradition, this exhibit raises up images that draw us into the mystery of the Real Presence. Many traditional methods showcased in this exhibit would be lost if not for devoted sacred artists who have toiled in isolated spaces around the country to preserve these ancient techniques.The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is hosting this exhibition organized and curated by St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, Mystic, Connecticut. Generous support for the exhibit is provided by the National Eucharistic Congress and the National Eucharistic Revival team.

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This exhibit consists of 23 nature/art photographs by Allison M. Maltese at the Lyme Public Library, 482 Hamburg Rd. Lyme, CT. Show dates: July 2- August 27. Opening Reception July 6 2-4 pm. Library is closed Sundays and Mondays.

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EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

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The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

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Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

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About the Artist

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Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

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Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

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If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

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Artists Roberta Friedman, Joyce Greenfield, Sheila Kaczmarek, and Kathy Kane come together for PRAXIS, on view at City Gallery from July 5 – July 28, with a Closing Reception on Sunday, July 28, 2-4pm. By definition, Praxis means “the process by which a theory, lesson or skill is enacted, embodied, realized, applied, or put into practice.” It is the act of engaging, applying, exercising, realizing, or practicing ideas. In this show, the four City Gallery member artists share the theories, lessons, and skills they each use in their work, which encompass a wide range of styles, materials, and applications. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12

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p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. City Gallery follows New Haven City’s mask

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mandate policy. For further information please contact City Gallery,

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info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

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Executive Chef Royale has over 8 years of culinary experience & has a palate full of flavors that continues to wow audiences and reach a higher level of detailed culinary technique.

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Noted painter Destiny Palmer leads the inaugural Summer Apprenticeship @ ECOCA, continuing a 23-year New Haven tradition. Unveiling set for July 26, 5-7pm.

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This summer, 12 New Haven public high school students are learning the art of mural making, working with New Haven native, Boston-based painter/educator Destiny Palmer. For three intensive weeks, the students are working together to build out their vision for a mural that reflects their own perspective of the city. Palmers’ murals have been commissioned for numerous sites around Boston.

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The students hail from: Cooperative Arts and Humanities High School, Hamden High School, Educational Center for the Arts, Hillhouse High School, Highville Change Academy, Metropolitan Business Academy, O.H. Platt High School, New Haven Academy, Wilbur Cross High School, and Shelton High School. This year’s participants are from Coop: Dominic Giglietti; from Hamden High and ECA: Soleil Nelson; from Hillhouse: David Coardes; from Highville: Alivia Patterson; from MBA: Adrian Gonzalez, Dezirae Pollard, Manny Pollard, and Elliana Hunte; from Platt: Solace Khuc; from NHA: Joey Esposito; from Wilbur Cross: River Ferrucci; and from Shelton: Merlin Shallow. They were also mentored by recent School of the Museum of Fine Art alum painter Perla Mabel Ledesma.

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Vertical Mural for Trumbull Street (a working title) will be a 40-foot banner that transforms the façade of the historic Ely Center of Contemporary Art with references to some of New Haven’s most iconic features.

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Palmer is an alum of New Haven’s Educational Center for the Arts and was once an apprentice herself, in both 2003 and 2005, while the summer program ran at Artspace. She says: “I am thrilled to be home working with a great group of artists and the Ely Center. I had the pleasure of participating in the apprentice program with Lee Boroson and Jean Shin and learned so much from working directly with an artist. It truly shaped who I am as an artist.”

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Since the program’s inception in 2001, the Summer Arts Program has given nearly 300 New Haven Public High School students--many with little exposure to the arts-- the opportunity to work on their very own gallery show, learn about contemporary studio art practices, and build collective impact while making a project relevant to their own lives. This summer program has twice been nominated for a Presidential Coming Up Taller award and over the years, the projects have been featured in the New York Times, local TV stations, the New Haven Register, and Art New England. This year’s program is dedicated to the late Semi Semi-DiKoko, who served as its long-time ambassador and advocate.

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Friday’s ceremony will be catered by Nadine Nelson of Global Local Gourmet.

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At 6 pm, an awards ceremony will feature brief remarks by incoming New Haven Public School Supervisor of Performing and Visual Arts Holly Maxson and by Sarah Ngongi, Semi Semi-DiKoko’s niece.

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The Banner will remain on view at the Ely Center through fall 2024.

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This program is made possible thanks to the support of Dwight Hall at Yale, Yale President’s Public Service Fellowship, and Avant Grid and The Capasso Company . ECOCA’s exhibitions are made possible thanks to support from the Connecticut Office of the Arts, the Community Foundation of Greater New Haven, the City of New Haven Department of Cultural Affairs, New Alliance Foundation, Wells Fargo, and individual Friends of ECOCA

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Ely Center of Contemporary Art @ecoca_nhv elycenter.org

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Ely Center of Contemporary Art

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51 Trumbull St (between Orange & Whitney)

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New Haven, CT 06510

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http://elycenter.org

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Phone – 203.507-7320

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More Info: Email – anguyen@elycenter.org

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Monitored sessions for participants with experience, and approved by an instructor or department head. Please note there is no instruction during these sessions.  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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Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Play, Pastimes and Recreation. It’s the height of the Summer and a time of fun, travel, barbeques, family gatherings, hikes, swimming and sitting on the porch with a lemonade enjoying all nature has to offer. The Gallery will feature the highlights of the season and will be turned into a Summer playground! Open Reception, Friday, July 26th from 6:30 to 9pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and during the Open House, Saturday, July 27th from 1pm to 6pm and Sunday, July 28th from 1pm to 5pm. The seven-week exhibit, at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut, runs through September 14. The Artisan Store offers pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, and accessories. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Hours: Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow on social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Play, Pastimes and Recreation. It’s the height of the Summer and a time of fun, travel, barbeques, family gatherings, hikes, swimming and sitting on the porch with a lemonade enjoying all nature has to offer. The Gallery will feature the highlights of the season and will be turned into a Summer playground! Open Reception, Friday, July 26th from 6:30 to 9pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and during the Open House, Saturday, July 27th from 1 to 6pm and Sunday, July 28th from 1pm to 5pm. The seven-week exhibit, at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut, runs through September 14. The Artisan Store offers pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, and accessories. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Hours: Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow on social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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"Try to Remember" a time when this romantic charmer by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt wasn't enchanting audiences.   The Fantasticks is the longest-running musical in the world and with good reason: at the heart of its breathtaking poetry and subtle theatrical sophistication is a purity and simplicity that transcends barriers. The result is a timeless fable of love about a boy, a girl and the two parents who build a wall between them.  Its much-loved songs include Try to Remember, Soon It’s Gonna Rain, Much More and They Were You.

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 HEAVEN IS SOMETHING TO KEEP YOU WARM

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a choreopoem

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by Kandace James

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Directed by Iyanna Huffington Whitney

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Time and time again, Black people find ways to communicate in spaces where they weren't allowed to. We communicate through hair, art, music, dance, food, and even a head nod, a smile at the other Black person in the room. We find a way to speak. This play follows Haddie as she flashes through lifetimes of Blackness, finding her way to speak, finding her way to freedom. 

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https://summercabaret.org/

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Regular tickets available for $25. Additional discounts available for Yale faculty/staff and students! Dining available starting at 6:30pm prior to all 8pm performances.

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Join us for an evening of LIVE short form puppet theater for adults. Hosted by Anatar Marmol and performances by Anthony Sellitto-Budney, Madison J. Cripps, Isaac Bloodworth and more!

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Doors 7pm. Show at 8pm at Witch Bitch Thrift. Special discount for shopping at Witch Bitch Thrift for ticket holders as well as raffle prizes!

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Tickets are going fast! Space is limited so get your tickets now! $15 advance $18 door

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https://pinned--sewtured.ticketleap.com/july26/

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Funding made by possible by The Puppet Slam Network & Arts Council of Greater New Haven (https://www.newhavenarts.org/

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Stay tuned for more details:

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www.pinnedandsewtured.com

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@pinnedandsewtured

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 HEAVEN IS SOMETHING TO KEEP YOU WARM

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a choreopoem

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by Kandace James

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Directed by Iyanna Huffington Whitney

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Time and time again, Black people find ways to communicate in spaces where they weren't allowed to. We communicate through hair, art, music, dance, food, and even a head nod, a smile at the other Black person in the room. We find a way to speak. This play follows Haddie as she flashes through lifetimes of Blackness, finding her way to speak, finding her way to freedom. 

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https://summercabaret.org/

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Regular tickets available for $25. Additional discounts available for Yale faculty/staff and students! Dining available starting at 6:30pm prior to all 8pm performances.

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The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show - New Haven, CT

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Prepare for an Unforgettable Evening of Mystery and Comedy at the Dinner Detective New Haven!

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🔍 Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with suspense, intrigue, and side-splitting comedy at Dinner Detective New Haven:

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🕵️‍♂️ Engaging Mystery: Step into a world of secrets, hidden agendas, and thrilling twists. Our meticulously crafted storyline will keep you guessing as you interact with intriguing characters and follow the trail of clues to solve the evening's enigma.

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😂 Comedy Galore: Laughter takes center stage! Our talented cast seamlessly blends mystery with comedy, delivering hilarious one-liners, witty banter, and unexpected moments that will have you in fits of laughter.

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🎭 Audience Participation: You're not just an observer; you're an integral part of the action. Engage with the cast and fellow guests to piece together the puzzle, all while sharing hearty laughs.

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🎟️ Secure Your Tickets Today! 🎟️ 🌐 Visit our website: https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/new-haven/murder-mystery-tickets-showtimes/ 📞 Call us at: (866) 496-0535.

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🤣🤫 Don't miss out on the fun experience at Dinner Detective New Haven. Gather your friends, colleagues, or loved ones and embark on a night of comedy, mystery, and unforgettable entertainment.

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🕵️‍♂️ Book your tickets today and prepare for an evening filled with laughter and intrigue! 🕵️‍♀️

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Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

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155 Temple St

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New Haven, CT 06510

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Prepare for an Unforgettable Evening of Mystery and Comedy at the Dinner Detective New Haven!

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🔍 Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with suspense, intrigue, and side-splitting comedy at Dinner Detective New Haven:

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🕵️‍♂️ Engaging Mystery: Step into a world of secrets, hidden agendas, and thrilling twists. Our meticulously crafted storyline will keep you guessing as you interact with intriguing characters and follow the trail of clues to solve the evening's enigma.

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😂 Comedy Galore: Laughter takes center stage! Our talented cast seamlessly blends mystery with comedy, delivering hilarious one-liners, witty banter, and unexpected moments that will have you in fits of laughter.

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🎭 Audience Participation: You're not just an observer; you're an integral part of the action. Engage with the cast and fellow guests to piece together the puzzle, all while sharing hearty laughs.

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🎟️ Secure Your Tickets Today! 🎟️ 🌐 Visit our website: https://www.thedinnerdetective.com/new-haven/murder-mystery-tickets-showtimes/ 📞 Call us at: (866) 496-0535.

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🤣🤫 Don't miss out on the fun experience at Dinner Detective New Haven. Gather your friends, colleagues, or loved ones and embark on a night of comedy, mystery, and unforgettable entertainment.

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🕵️‍♂️ Book your tickets today and prepare for an evening filled with laughter and intrigue! 🕵️‍♀️

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Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale

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155 Temple St

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New Haven, CT 06510

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Exhibition showcases the works of ten talented artists from Gallery One, Ct. Each piece in the collection embodies the unique life experiences and sources of inspiration that drive these artists towards profound creative contemplation. The diverse multimedia exhibition includes an array of paintings, photography, collages and mixed media.

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Marking the forty-fifth anniversary of the first videotaping by the Holocaust Survivors Film Project, a grassroots New Haven community initiative that evolved into the Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies, “In the First Person” is the first large-scale public exhibition of footage from this groundbreaking collection. Powerful excerpts from nineteen video testimonies presents the experiences of survivors and witnesses to the atrocities and genocide committed by Nazi Germany and its collaborators.

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These videos are presented alongside a display of books, pamphlets, manuscripts, documents, and other items from Yale Library collections that presents a history of Jewish efforts to document anti-Jewish persecution by means of eyewitness accounts, from the Kishinev Pogrom of 1903 through the Holocaust and its aftermath. The exhibition confronts the myth that survivors were silent about their experiences in the immediate post–World War II period and provides further context for understanding the Fortunoff Archive’s historical significance and impact.

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Taken together, these materials reveal longstanding Jewish practices of documentation following periods of destruction and violence. While the Fortunoff Archive has been pathbreaking in harnessing the potential of video technology, it also participates in a Jewish tradition that extends as far back as the Biblical commandment to remember the past.

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May 11 – August 25, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Independence Day (Thursday, July 4).Do This In Memory Of Me is an unprecedented juried exhibition of sacred art created to draw God’s people into deeper intimacy with our Lord in the holy Eucharist.Across the ages, visual arts have turned hearts and minds towards the sacred. With timeless beauty, sacred arts reach deeper into the soul than words. They show us what is holy so that we might encounter the Source of all holiness. Steeped in artistic tradition, this exhibit raises up images that draw us into the mystery of the Real Presence. Many traditional methods showcased in this exhibit would be lost if not for devoted sacred artists who have toiled in isolated spaces around the country to preserve these ancient techniques.The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is hosting this exhibition organized and curated by St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, Mystic, Connecticut. Generous support for the exhibit is provided by the National Eucharistic Congress and the National Eucharistic Revival team.

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March 23 - September 8, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Good Friday (Friday, March 29), Holy Saturday (Saturday, March 30), Easter (Sunday, March 31), and Independence Day (Thursday, July 4). True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of salvation and eternal life through his body and blood. This exhibition was inspired by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival, a three-year celebration that began in 2022 and includes the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in 2024. The exhibition features numerous components connected to the adoration of the Eucharist, including its origins, its appearance and influence in works of art, its celebration and reverence throughout history, and its associated miracles.

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Come explore this relief printing technique where collage meets ink.

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Collagraphs are a versatile technique that can be abstract, figurative, or layered with other printmaking techniques. Explore creating collagraphs with a variety of materials including recycled or found objects when possible. Students will learn how to build a printing plate to create textured and layers surfaces. Demonstrations will show a variety of inking and printing techniques from traditional relief prints to viscosity prints.

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This is an excellent class for beginners or advanced students.

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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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This exhibit consists of 23 nature/art photographs by Allison M. Maltese at the Lyme Public Library, 482 Hamburg Rd. Lyme, CT. Show dates: July 2- August 27. Opening Reception July 6 2-4 pm. Library is closed Sundays and Mondays.

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SITE NO. 6: MARITIME COMMUNITY

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Saturday July 27

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11am–1pm

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Quinnipiac River Park at Pierpont and Front St

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Street parking 

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Aaron Goode of the New Haven Bioregional Group will discuss the Quinnipiac River Historic District, and the rise, fall, and restoration of the River's oyster fishery. Contemporary artist Nadine Nelson will discuss the social meaning and symbolism of oysters, and lead an additional art activity! Join as we learn and draw together.

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— Quinnipiac is roughly translated to “long water land,” a name given by Indigenous peoples who lived along the river long before European settlement. Later, the river became intrinsically tied to the history of New Haven and many other towns in its watershed.

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— After a brief talk we will explore the site and sketch, then share our drawings together as a group. 

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— No drawing experience necessary! We use sketching as a tool for observing, capturing, and reflecting on our surroundings.

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— Some art supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own.

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— Bring water and sun/weather/bug protection. We will be next to a river, after all!

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— Heavy rain will reschedule; check back for info. For more information about the project visit https://elycenter.org/long-water-land.

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— If you need a ride or can offer one, sign up at tinyurl.com/lwlcarpool

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EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

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The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

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Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

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About the Artist

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Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

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Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

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If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

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Artists Roberta Friedman, Joyce Greenfield, Sheila Kaczmarek, and Kathy Kane come together for PRAXIS, on view at City Gallery from July 5 – July 28, with a Closing Reception on Sunday, July 28, 2-4pm. By definition, Praxis means “the process by which a theory, lesson or skill is enacted, embodied, realized, applied, or put into practice.” It is the act of engaging, applying, exercising, realizing, or practicing ideas. In this show, the four City Gallery member artists share the theories, lessons, and skills they each use in their work, which encompass a wide range of styles, materials, and applications. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12

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p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. City Gallery follows New Haven City’s mask

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mandate policy. For further information please contact City Gallery,

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info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

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Ongoing, adult, Modern Dance technique Classes (intermediate level) taught by Annie Sailer emphasizing pelvis-spine initiated, free-flow, whole body movement including a floor and standing warm up followed by spatial phrases across the floor and sometimes an improvisation. All students receive individual attention. The atmosphere is friendly and professional. Adults of all ages are welcome. Verification of Covid vaccination required. Class time: 1 pm - 2:30 pm.

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 Annie Sailer teaches modern dance classes in the New Haven area. The classes emphasize pelvis / spine initiated, free-flow, whole body movement and include a floor and standing warm-up followed by big, spatial movement sequences across the floor. All students receive individual attention to alignment and movement issues. The class atmosphere is friendly, non-competitive, and professional. Adults of all ages are welcome. $18 per class, $150 for 10 class card.

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Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Play, Pastimes and Recreation. It’s the height of the Summer and a time of fun, travel, barbeques, family gatherings, hikes, swimming and sitting on the porch with a lemonade enjoying all nature has to offer. The Gallery will feature the highlights of the season and will be turned into a Summer playground! Open Reception, Friday, July 26th from 6:30 to 9pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and during the Open House, Saturday, July 27th from 1pm to 6pm and Sunday, July 28th from 1pm to 5pm. The seven-week exhibit, at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut, runs through September 14. The Artisan Store offers pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, and accessories. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Hours: Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow on social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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The Middletown-based theater company ARTFARM is premiering a new work this summer at The Sanctuary at Shepardfields in East Haddam.

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“The One Who” is an outdoor, site-specific immersive performance by artists exploring their relationship to Nature, Each Other and the World and is inspired by the spirit of the Buddhist Goddess of Compassion Kuan Yin: ‘The one who hears the suffering of the world, and is called to compassionate action’.

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“The One Who” will be performed at The Sanctuary at 59 Bogel Road in East Haddam on Saturday, July 27 (rain-date July 28). Performances will be at 1 PM and 5 PM, followed by a Jazz Concert by The Grays 6:30 PM.

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Audience will be guided throughout the Sanctuary and discover artists responding to and reflecting on connection to self, to the land, water, flora, fauna- and to one another. Part ritual, part performance, part a sacred walk on the grounds.

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Each performance is limited to 40 participants, so it is necessary that audience members purchase their tickets in advance to ensure that you will have a place. It is unlikely that there will be any tickets available at the event (if there are, they will be $30 per person).

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Tickets may be purchased online at https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/artfarm/the-one-who

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Important Note: The One Who requires audience members to walk on uneven ground, sit on the ground, and stand. This may be difficult for people with ambulatory challenges. If you have questions, contact info@art-farm.org.

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On Saturdays this summer, Yale students will offer interactive tours focused on a selection of objects from the Gallery’s global collection. No two students’ tours are the same.

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No registration required. Gather by the Highlights Tours sign in the Gallery lobby.

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Space is limited.

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An introductory tour of the Beinecke Library, its mission, history, architecture, collections, and services, led by a library staff or student guide. Tours last approximately 45 minutes. Reservations are not required. Note: see the library’s website (beinecke.library.yale.edu) for current public health protocols and other important visitor information. A reminder the Beinecke Library’s ground floor and mezzanine public exhibition areas are always free and open to the public, seven days a week. See the library’s website for more information on hours and exhibitions and to explore the library online.

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 HEAVEN IS SOMETHING TO KEEP YOU WARM

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a choreopoem

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by Kandace James

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Directed by Iyanna Huffington Whitney

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Time and time again, Black people find ways to communicate in spaces where they weren't allowed to. We communicate through hair, art, music, dance, food, and even a head nod, a smile at the other Black person in the room. We find a way to speak. This play follows Haddie as she flashes through lifetimes of Blackness, finding her way to speak, finding her way to freedom. 

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https://summercabaret.org/

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Regular tickets available for $25. Additional discounts available for Yale faculty/staff and students! Dining available starting at 6:30pm prior to all 8pm performances.

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On Saturdays this summer, Yale students will offer interactive tours focused on a selection of objects from the Gallery’s global collection. No two students’ tours are the same.

​

No registration required. Gather by the Highlights Tours sign in the Gallery lobby.

​

Space is limited.

​

An introductory tour of the Beinecke Library, its mission, history, architecture, collections, and services, led by a library staff or student guide. Tours last approximately 45 minutes. Reservations are not required. Note: see the library’s website (beinecke.library.yale.edu) for current public health protocols and other important visitor information. A reminder the Beinecke Library’s ground floor and mezzanine public exhibition areas are always free and open to the public, seven days a week. See the library’s website for more information on hours and exhibitions and to explore the library online.

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Debut exhibition of works by founding members of SLAC, the Shoreline Artist Collective

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Saturdays 3-5 Sundays 11-2 July 6 through August 18

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14 Gilbert Street, #M208, West Haven

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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. Beginning students have a materials fee of $18 payable to the instructor. Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours. 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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"Try to Remember" a time when this romantic charmer by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt wasn't enchanting audiences.   The Fantasticks is the longest-running musical in the world and with good reason: at the heart of its breathtaking poetry and subtle theatrical sophistication is a purity and simplicity that transcends barriers. The result is a timeless fable of love about a boy, a girl and the two parents who build a wall between them.  Its much-loved songs include Try to Remember, Soon It’s Gonna Rain, Much More and They Were You.

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 MAC Concert Series

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Crabby Cabaret

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Saturday, Saturday, July 27th, 2024 7:30pm

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Local artists doing what they love, entertaining the community for little to no pay. A series of shows that will be sure to leave a lasting impression

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Crabby Cabaret has been featured in City Lights 19th anniversary celebration, and Bridgeport Pride in 2023.

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 HEAVEN IS SOMETHING TO KEEP YOU WARM

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a choreopoem

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by Kandace James

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Directed by Iyanna Huffington Whitney

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Time and time again, Black people find ways to communicate in spaces where they weren't allowed to. We communicate through hair, art, music, dance, food, and even a head nod, a smile at the other Black person in the room. We find a way to speak. This play follows Haddie as she flashes through lifetimes of Blackness, finding her way to speak, finding her way to freedom. 

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https://summercabaret.org/

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Regular tickets available for $25. Additional discounts available for Yale faculty/staff and students! Dining available starting at 6:30pm prior to all 8pm performances.

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Eric Otero, Swirvo & Jean Swo debuts at The Table & Gallery with an electrifying showcase featuring both vinyl and digital club sets. Otero's dedication to music shines through his meticulous crafting of sub-genres, creating a unique and immersive experience for the audience. His performance highlights his skill and passion, promising an unforgettable night for all attendees.

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SUPPORT LOCAL TALENT!!

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Exhibition showcases the works of ten talented artists from Gallery One, Ct. Each piece in the collection embodies the unique life experiences and sources of inspiration that drive these artists towards profound creative contemplation. The diverse multimedia exhibition includes an array of paintings, photography, collages and mixed media.

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Marking the forty-fifth anniversary of the first videotaping by the Holocaust Survivors Film Project, a grassroots New Haven community initiative that evolved into the Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies, “In the First Person” is the first large-scale public exhibition of footage from this groundbreaking collection. Powerful excerpts from nineteen video testimonies presents the experiences of survivors and witnesses to the atrocities and genocide committed by Nazi Germany and its collaborators.

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These videos are presented alongside a display of books, pamphlets, manuscripts, documents, and other items from Yale Library collections that presents a history of Jewish efforts to document anti-Jewish persecution by means of eyewitness accounts, from the Kishinev Pogrom of 1903 through the Holocaust and its aftermath. The exhibition confronts the myth that survivors were silent about their experiences in the immediate post–World War II period and provides further context for understanding the Fortunoff Archive’s historical significance and impact.

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Taken together, these materials reveal longstanding Jewish practices of documentation following periods of destruction and violence. While the Fortunoff Archive has been pathbreaking in harnessing the potential of video technology, it also participates in a Jewish tradition that extends as far back as the Biblical commandment to remember the past.

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March 23 - September 8, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Good Friday (Friday, March 29), Holy Saturday (Saturday, March 30), Easter (Sunday, March 31), and Independence Day (Thursday, July 4). True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of salvation and eternal life through his body and blood. This exhibition was inspired by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival, a three-year celebration that began in 2022 and includes the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in 2024. The exhibition features numerous components connected to the adoration of the Eucharist, including its origins, its appearance and influence in works of art, its celebration and reverence throughout history, and its associated miracles.

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May 11 – August 25, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Independence Day (Thursday, July 4).Do This In Memory Of Me is an unprecedented juried exhibition of sacred art created to draw God’s people into deeper intimacy with our Lord in the holy Eucharist.Across the ages, visual arts have turned hearts and minds towards the sacred. With timeless beauty, sacred arts reach deeper into the soul than words. They show us what is holy so that we might encounter the Source of all holiness. Steeped in artistic tradition, this exhibit raises up images that draw us into the mystery of the Real Presence. Many traditional methods showcased in this exhibit would be lost if not for devoted sacred artists who have toiled in isolated spaces around the country to preserve these ancient techniques.The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is hosting this exhibition organized and curated by St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, Mystic, Connecticut. Generous support for the exhibit is provided by the National Eucharistic Congress and the National Eucharistic Revival team.

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Debut exhibition of works by founding members of SLAC, the Shoreline Artist Collective

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Saturdays 3-5 Sundays 11-2 July 6 through August 18

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14 Gilbert Street, #M208, West Haven

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EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

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The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

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Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

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About the Artist

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Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

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Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

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If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

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Artists Roberta Friedman, Joyce Greenfield, Sheila Kaczmarek, and Kathy Kane come together for PRAXIS, on view at City Gallery from July 5 – July 28, with a Closing Reception on Sunday, July 28, 2-4pm. By definition, Praxis means “the process by which a theory, lesson or skill is enacted, embodied, realized, applied, or put into practice.” It is the act of engaging, applying, exercising, realizing, or practicing ideas. In this show, the four City Gallery member artists share the theories, lessons, and skills they each use in their work, which encompass a wide range of styles, materials, and applications. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12

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p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. City Gallery follows New Haven City’s mask

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mandate policy. For further information please contact City Gallery,

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info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

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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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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://connect.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=124&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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Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Play, Pastimes and Recreation. It’s the height of the Summer and a time of fun, travel, barbeques, family gatherings, hikes, swimming and sitting on the porch with a lemonade enjoying all nature has to offer. The Gallery will feature the highlights of the season and will be turned into a Summer playground! Open Reception, Friday, July 26th from 6:30 to 9pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and during the Open House, Saturday, July 27th from 1pm to 6pm and Sunday, July 28th from 1pm to 5pm. The seven-week exhibit, at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut, runs through September 14. The Artisan Store offers pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, and accessories. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Hours: Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow on social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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Artists Roberta Friedman, Joyce Greenfield, Sheila Kaczmarek, and Kathy Kane come together for PRAXIS, on view at City Gallery from July 5 – July 28, with a Closing Reception on Sunday, July 28, 2-4pm. By definition, Praxis means “the process by which a theory, lesson or skill is enacted, embodied, realized, applied, or put into practice.” It is the act of engaging, applying, exercising, realizing, or practicing ideas. In this show, the four City Gallery member artists share the theories, lessons, and skills they each use in their work, which encompass a wide range of styles, materials, and applications. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12

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p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. City Gallery follows New Haven City’s mask

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mandate policy. For further information please contact City Gallery,

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info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

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Love Regency-era romance? Whether Jane Austen sets your heart aflame, or you prefer the high drama of “Bridgerton,” you’ll want to join the New Haven Museum and the “living historians” from Dirty Blue Shirts at the Pardee-Morris House (PMH) for a “show-and-feel” presentation of the Federal Period clothing worn during the early 1800s! We’ll explore how Connecticans stayed on top of European trends, and how they made their own sartorial marks on the international scene during “Lately Arrived in New London: Fashioning Federal Style" at PMH on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 2 p.m. Register for this free NH250 event here: www.simpletix.com/e/dirty-blue-shirts-living-history-program-tickets-170601 

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For weather updates check FB/IG or call 203-562-4183.

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"Try to Remember" a time when this romantic charmer by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt wasn't enchanting audiences.   The Fantasticks is the longest-running musical in the world and with good reason: at the heart of its breathtaking poetry and subtle theatrical sophistication is a purity and simplicity that transcends barriers. The result is a timeless fable of love about a boy, a girl and the two parents who build a wall between them.  Its much-loved songs include Try to Remember, Soon It’s Gonna Rain, Much More and They Were You.

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Exhibition showcases the works of ten talented artists from Gallery One, Ct. Each piece in the collection embodies the unique life experiences and sources of inspiration that drive these artists towards profound creative contemplation. The diverse multimedia exhibition includes an array of paintings, photography, collages and mixed media.

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In this survival-themed week, campers will learn valuable and fun skills specific to New England outdoor living. We’ll create our own simulations of hurricanes and learn about their effects on the Connecticut River.

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We’ll find out how the River Valley was impacted by the Great New England Hurricane of 1938 and how people prepare for hurricanes today. Get ready to dive into survival games, skills, and immersive exploration.

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Camp is open to adventurers aged 6-11.

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Book Online:

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https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/summer-camp-blown-away/

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Questions? Email our Camp Director, Lauren Bennett-Dionne at lbdionne@ctrivermuseum.org.

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Camp runs daily July 29, 2024 – Aug. 2, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

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$385 for Non-Members | $347 for Members.

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Marking the forty-fifth anniversary of the first videotaping by the Holocaust Survivors Film Project, a grassroots New Haven community initiative that evolved into the Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies, “In the First Person” is the first large-scale public exhibition of footage from this groundbreaking collection. Powerful excerpts from nineteen video testimonies presents the experiences of survivors and witnesses to the atrocities and genocide committed by Nazi Germany and its collaborators.

​

These videos are presented alongside a display of books, pamphlets, manuscripts, documents, and other items from Yale Library collections that presents a history of Jewish efforts to document anti-Jewish persecution by means of eyewitness accounts, from the Kishinev Pogrom of 1903 through the Holocaust and its aftermath. The exhibition confronts the myth that survivors were silent about their experiences in the immediate post–World War II period and provides further context for understanding the Fortunoff Archive’s historical significance and impact.

​

Taken together, these materials reveal longstanding Jewish practices of documentation following periods of destruction and violence. While the Fortunoff Archive has been pathbreaking in harnessing the potential of video technology, it also participates in a Jewish tradition that extends as far back as the Biblical commandment to remember the past.

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March 23 - September 8, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Good Friday (Friday, March 29), Holy Saturday (Saturday, March 30), Easter (Sunday, March 31), and Independence Day (Thursday, July 4). True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of salvation and eternal life through his body and blood. This exhibition was inspired by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival, a three-year celebration that began in 2022 and includes the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in 2024. The exhibition features numerous components connected to the adoration of the Eucharist, including its origins, its appearance and influence in works of art, its celebration and reverence throughout history, and its associated miracles.

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May 11 – August 25, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Independence Day (Thursday, July 4).Do This In Memory Of Me is an unprecedented juried exhibition of sacred art created to draw God’s people into deeper intimacy with our Lord in the holy Eucharist.Across the ages, visual arts have turned hearts and minds towards the sacred. With timeless beauty, sacred arts reach deeper into the soul than words. They show us what is holy so that we might encounter the Source of all holiness. Steeped in artistic tradition, this exhibit raises up images that draw us into the mystery of the Real Presence. Many traditional methods showcased in this exhibit would be lost if not for devoted sacred artists who have toiled in isolated spaces around the country to preserve these ancient techniques.The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is hosting this exhibition organized and curated by St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, Mystic, Connecticut. Generous support for the exhibit is provided by the National Eucharistic Congress and the National Eucharistic Revival team.

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Like Art? Like Nature? Registration is now open for summer and fall art classes at the Yale Peabody Museum. Now in its 14th year, the Natural Science Illustration Program offers a variety of nature inspired art classes including drawing, field sketching, watercolor, colored pencil and much more! Choose from live, on-line classes or courses taught in person at the Yale Peabody Museum. All classes are taught by professional instructors and artists. Classes range from one day workshops to eight week courses. Participants must be at least 18 years of age. Learn more about the program and register for classes at https://peabody.yale.edu/education/adult-programs/nsi

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Interested in capturing great images but not sure how to get started? Let us cut through the confusing choices of cameras for the new buyer, or help you with the digital camera you have.

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Unravel the various capture modes of the camera to take you beyond the “Auto” setting. Students will learn simple techniques to use light to craft your images and take your photographs to the next level. All types of subjects will be covered including portraits, action, and travel photography.

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The first session will focus on camera controls, exposure principles, and color balance. The second session will explore the best light and composition for your images.

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Beginning film photographers will also find the workshop valuable.

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This two-day workshop also offers an optional Thursday night images workup and problem solving session from 6-9 pm.

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There are many variations of the accordion book used in both traditional and artistic bookbinding.

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Come learn this terrific variation, where the pages are cardboard panels hinged together with the whipstitch sewing. This kind of sewing allows for a totally flexible hinge area. The sewing can also be extended to be decorative around the edges of each panel. The board pages will display your decorative papers, photographs, artwork, printed images or other ephemera. You may also choose to use provided decorative paper or maps.

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Students will make one version with rectangular panels and there will be a demonstration of a version with free-formed shaped panels.

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Note that this is not an archival book and the pages might touch each other. It is not suitable for valuable photographs or materials that smudge.

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Beginners welcome as many basic techniques of book binding will be included.

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Enrollment in this class includes one 3 hour monitored open bench session a week

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

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This class is for beginners eager to learn all aspects of pottery, as well as returnees who wish to hone their skills. Although the primary focus is on wheel throwing, we will also explore hand-building and ways to combine the two disciplines. Time will additionally be spent on the importance of trimming and glazing.

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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 and 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 and you are encouraged to take advantage of this.

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For aspiring oil or acrylic painters with some fundamental painting skills, this 7-week course will cover the basics of rendering the head and portrait, landscape painting, and spatial deconstruction (Cubism).

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Emphasis will be placed on paint handling techniques and the application of color to describe forms and space vividly. Students will learn to identify some of the creative processes involved with perception and visual interpretation.

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Come to the first meeting with basic painting supplies, a pencil, and a small mirror or self-portrait photos. Students who have had instruction in the described practices, and would like to continue at a more advanced level, are also welcome.

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School Policies

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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.

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Exhibition showcases the works of ten talented artists from Gallery One, Ct. Each piece in the collection embodies the unique life experiences and sources of inspiration that drive these artists towards profound creative contemplation. The diverse multimedia exhibition includes an array of paintings, photography, collages and mixed media.

​

In this survival-themed week, campers will learn valuable and fun skills specific to New England outdoor living. We’ll create our own simulations of hurricanes and learn about their effects on the Connecticut River.

​

We’ll find out how the River Valley was impacted by the Great New England Hurricane of 1938 and how people prepare for hurricanes today. Get ready to dive into survival games, skills, and immersive exploration.

​

Camp is open to adventurers aged 6-11.

​

Book Online:

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https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/summer-camp-blown-away/

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Questions? Email our Camp Director, Lauren Bennett-Dionne at lbdionne@ctrivermuseum.org.

​

Camp runs daily July 29, 2024 – Aug. 2, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

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$385 for Non-Members | $347 for Members.

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Marking the forty-fifth anniversary of the first videotaping by the Holocaust Survivors Film Project, a grassroots New Haven community initiative that evolved into the Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies, “In the First Person” is the first large-scale public exhibition of footage from this groundbreaking collection. Powerful excerpts from nineteen video testimonies presents the experiences of survivors and witnesses to the atrocities and genocide committed by Nazi Germany and its collaborators.

​

These videos are presented alongside a display of books, pamphlets, manuscripts, documents, and other items from Yale Library collections that presents a history of Jewish efforts to document anti-Jewish persecution by means of eyewitness accounts, from the Kishinev Pogrom of 1903 through the Holocaust and its aftermath. The exhibition confronts the myth that survivors were silent about their experiences in the immediate post–World War II period and provides further context for understanding the Fortunoff Archive’s historical significance and impact.

​

Taken together, these materials reveal longstanding Jewish practices of documentation following periods of destruction and violence. While the Fortunoff Archive has been pathbreaking in harnessing the potential of video technology, it also participates in a Jewish tradition that extends as far back as the Biblical commandment to remember the past.

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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. 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 regarding registration, accessibility, communication, photography and cancellation.

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May 11 – August 25, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Independence Day (Thursday, July 4).Do This In Memory Of Me is an unprecedented juried exhibition of sacred art created to draw God’s people into deeper intimacy with our Lord in the holy Eucharist.Across the ages, visual arts have turned hearts and minds towards the sacred. With timeless beauty, sacred arts reach deeper into the soul than words. They show us what is holy so that we might encounter the Source of all holiness. Steeped in artistic tradition, this exhibit raises up images that draw us into the mystery of the Real Presence. Many traditional methods showcased in this exhibit would be lost if not for devoted sacred artists who have toiled in isolated spaces around the country to preserve these ancient techniques.The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is hosting this exhibition organized and curated by St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, Mystic, Connecticut. Generous support for the exhibit is provided by the National Eucharistic Congress and the National Eucharistic Revival team.

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March 23 - September 8, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Good Friday (Friday, March 29), Holy Saturday (Saturday, March 30), Easter (Sunday, March 31), and Independence Day (Thursday, July 4). True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of salvation and eternal life through his body and blood. This exhibition was inspired by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival, a three-year celebration that began in 2022 and includes the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in 2024. The exhibition features numerous components connected to the adoration of the Eucharist, including its origins, its appearance and influence in works of art, its celebration and reverence throughout history, and its associated miracles.

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This exhibit consists of 23 nature/art photographs by Allison M. Maltese at the Lyme Public Library, 482 Hamburg Rd. Lyme, CT. Show dates: July 2- August 27. Opening Reception July 6 2-4 pm. Library is closed Sundays and Mondays.

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Ongoing, adult, Modern Dance Technique Classes (intermediate level) taught by Annie Sailer emphasizing pelvis-spine initiated, free-flow, whole body movement including floor and standing warm up followed by spatial phrases across the floor and sometimes an improvisation. All students receive individual attention. The atmosphere is friendly and professional. Adults of all ages are welcome. Verification of Covid vaccination required.

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 Annie Sailer teaches modern dance classes in the New Haven area. The classes emphasize pelvis / spine initiated, free-flow, whole body movement and include a floor and standing warm-up followed by big, spatial movement sequences across the floor. All students receive individual attention to alignment and movement issues. The class atmosphere is friendly, non-competitive, and professional. Adults of all ages are welcome. $18 per class, $150 for 10 class card.

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Join  New Haven Preservation Trust  and  New Haven Health Department  for a free event examining the use of lead in historic buildings through the perspectives of both public health and preservation. Nearly 75% of New Haven’s housing stock was built prior to 1980 using methods and materials that we now know are harmful to human health. Despite a 1978 federal ban on the use of lead in consumer products, it continues to persist in old paints, glazes, varnishes, pipes, and soils. As such, lead poisoning remains a significant and persistent public health issue, particularly in New Haven where childhood lead poisoning rates are among the highest in the state.

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In this first session, attendees will learn about how the Regional Water Authority is working to reduce sources of lead in our water supply; how residents can take advantage public health funding to pay for lead abatement work; and how families can work with healthcare providers to keep children safe while living in a historic home.

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Panelists:

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 ·        Kevin Watsey: Director of Public Affairs for the Regional Water Authority

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 ·        Glenda Buenaventura: Deputy Director Environmental Health for New Haven Health Department

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 ·        Louis Hart, M.D.: Medical Director of Health Equity for Yale New Haven Health

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Have you experienced collapsed walls, volcanos, clay that is wonky and bumping around under your fingers. Does your pot get stuck to the wheel, or worse, fly off the wheel? Not to worry - you just need some instructions on centering, pulling, and trimming your clay. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced ceramicist, you can always learn something new about the beginning, middle, and end of creating a piece of pottery. Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed toe shoes. Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only. 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. 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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A weekly poetry open mic, hosted by Brian Ember. All are welcome to read and listen.

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Exhibition showcases the works of ten talented artists from Gallery One, Ct. Each piece in the collection embodies the unique life experiences and sources of inspiration that drive these artists towards profound creative contemplation. The diverse multimedia exhibition includes an array of paintings, photography, collages and mixed media.

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In this survival-themed week, campers will learn valuable and fun skills specific to New England outdoor living. We’ll create our own simulations of hurricanes and learn about their effects on the Connecticut River.

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We’ll find out how the River Valley was impacted by the Great New England Hurricane of 1938 and how people prepare for hurricanes today. Get ready to dive into survival games, skills, and immersive exploration.

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Camp is open to adventurers aged 6-11.

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Book Online:

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https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/summer-camp-blown-away/

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Questions? Email our Camp Director, Lauren Bennett-Dionne at lbdionne@ctrivermuseum.org.

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Camp runs daily July 29, 2024 – Aug. 2, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

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$385 for Non-Members | $347 for Members.

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Marking the forty-fifth anniversary of the first videotaping by the Holocaust Survivors Film Project, a grassroots New Haven community initiative that evolved into the Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies, “In the First Person” is the first large-scale public exhibition of footage from this groundbreaking collection. Powerful excerpts from nineteen video testimonies presents the experiences of survivors and witnesses to the atrocities and genocide committed by Nazi Germany and its collaborators.

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These videos are presented alongside a display of books, pamphlets, manuscripts, documents, and other items from Yale Library collections that presents a history of Jewish efforts to document anti-Jewish persecution by means of eyewitness accounts, from the Kishinev Pogrom of 1903 through the Holocaust and its aftermath. The exhibition confronts the myth that survivors were silent about their experiences in the immediate post–World War II period and provides further context for understanding the Fortunoff Archive’s historical significance and impact.

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Taken together, these materials reveal longstanding Jewish practices of documentation following periods of destruction and violence. While the Fortunoff Archive has been pathbreaking in harnessing the potential of video technology, it also participates in a Jewish tradition that extends as far back as the Biblical commandment to remember the past.

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Make functional ceramic pieces using the potter’s wheel as our primary tool. We will cover clay preparation, forming pots on the wheel, and glazing. Every class includes both demonstrations and individually-focused instruction. 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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March 23 - September 8, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Good Friday (Friday, March 29), Holy Saturday (Saturday, March 30), Easter (Sunday, March 31), and Independence Day (Thursday, July 4). True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of salvation and eternal life through his body and blood. This exhibition was inspired by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival, a three-year celebration that began in 2022 and includes the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in 2024. The exhibition features numerous components connected to the adoration of the Eucharist, including its origins, its appearance and influence in works of art, its celebration and reverence throughout history, and its associated miracles.

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May 11 – August 25, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Independence Day (Thursday, July 4).Do This In Memory Of Me is an unprecedented juried exhibition of sacred art created to draw God’s people into deeper intimacy with our Lord in the holy Eucharist.Across the ages, visual arts have turned hearts and minds towards the sacred. With timeless beauty, sacred arts reach deeper into the soul than words. They show us what is holy so that we might encounter the Source of all holiness. Steeped in artistic tradition, this exhibit raises up images that draw us into the mystery of the Real Presence. Many traditional methods showcased in this exhibit would be lost if not for devoted sacred artists who have toiled in isolated spaces around the country to preserve these ancient techniques.The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is hosting this exhibition organized and curated by St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, Mystic, Connecticut. Generous support for the exhibit is provided by the National Eucharistic Congress and the National Eucharistic Revival team.

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This exhibit consists of 23 nature/art photographs by Allison M. Maltese at the Lyme Public Library, 482 Hamburg Rd. Lyme, CT. Show dates: July 2- August 27. Opening Reception July 6 2-4 pm. Library is closed Sundays and Mondays.

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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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Join us at this weekly farmers market from 3pm-6pm at the Q House Community Center! Enjoy fresh, CT-grown produce, prepared foods from local chefs, cooking demos, family activities and music every first and third Wednesday!

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SNAP and FMNP purchases are doubled!

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Expand and explore your visual horizons.

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Monotype is the most painterly and spontaneous printmaking process. Students will experiment with a variety of textures, materials, and techniques to create unique, multilayered prints, and combine traditional printmaking with digital, photographic, and drawn or painted imagery. Relief and intaglio processes will also be used to create monoprints.

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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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Make functional ceramic pieces using the potter’s wheel as our primary tool. We will cover clay preparation, forming pots on the wheel, and glazing. Every class includes both demonstrations and individually-focused instruction. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

​

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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Step into the colorful world of mosaic artistry with our introductory class! Whether you're a novice or have some experience, this workshop is tailored to spark your creativity and equip you with fundamental skills for your mosaic endeavors. Led by experienced instructors, you'll delve into a comprehensive exploration of techniques, materials, and design principles. By the end of the session, you'll have crafted two unique mosaic coasters to showcase your newfound skills.

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What to Expect:

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• Dive into the basic techniques of mosaic art, mastering cutting, shaping, and arranging glass to fashion intricate patterns and designs.

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• Familiarize yourself with essential mosaic tools and equipment, including tile nippers, mosaic cutters, adhesives, and grouting materials, ensuring safety and efficiency in your practice.

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Skills You'll Acquire:

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• Master the art of cutting, shaping, and arranging glass pieces to create captivating mosaic designs.

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• Develop proficiency in handling mosaic tools and equipment, ensuring precision and safety throughout the creative process

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What's Provided:

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• All necessary materials for creating two mosaic coasters.

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• Expert guidance and instruction from experienced mosaic artists.

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Who Should Attend:

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• Individuals seeking an introduction to the vibrant world of mosaic artistry.

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• Beginners looking to learn basic mosaic techniques and principles.

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• Enthusiasts eager to explore their creativity through hands-on mosaic projects.

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Prerequisites/Safety Information:

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• No prior experience required; beginners and enthusiasts of all skill levels are welcome.

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• All materials provided; participants are encouraged to bring their creative spirit and enthusiasm for mosaic artistry.

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This is a 2-session class, held over 2 consecutive Wednesdays, July 31 and Aug 7, for 2 hours each.

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Workshop Ticket Fee:

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Standard Public Ticket     $99.00

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Partnership Members (Creative Arts Workshop, other maker space)     $89.00

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MakeHaven Members……….$84.00

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://connect.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=194&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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Movies in the Plaza is back, bringing you free Wednesday night movie screenings May through October in downtown New Haven’s beloved Pitkin Plaza! Grab your lawn chairs, picnic blankets and some takeout from a local spot, and spend an evening under the stars enjoying blockbusters, nostalgic blasts from the past, cult favorites, family films for all ages, and more.

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The Kevin Saint James Band is a collective of professional New Haven area Jazz musicians brought together in collaboration with veteran saloon-singer Kevin Saint James. The band revisits, re-interprets and recreates true-to-form selections of classic jazz favorites and popular standards in a variety of artistic styles with a rare balance of musically "scientific" re-invention and profound reverence for historic significance and tradition. The band has a genuinely unique capacity for working spontaneous experimentation into their respectful reinterpretations of familiar popular standards that transport more mature audiences back in time to the sounds of days long ago, while recreating, re-introducing and perhaps even endearing these precious melodies to younger listeners at the same time.

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Exhibition showcases the works of ten talented artists from Gallery One, Ct. Each piece in the collection embodies the unique life experiences and sources of inspiration that drive these artists towards profound creative contemplation. The diverse multimedia exhibition includes an array of paintings, photography, collages and mixed media.

​

In this survival-themed week, campers will learn valuable and fun skills specific to New England outdoor living. We’ll create our own simulations of hurricanes and learn about their effects on the Connecticut River.

​

We’ll find out how the River Valley was impacted by the Great New England Hurricane of 1938 and how people prepare for hurricanes today. Get ready to dive into survival games, skills, and immersive exploration.

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Camp is open to adventurers aged 6-11.

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Book Online:

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https://ctrivermuseum.org/events/summer-camp-blown-away/

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Questions? Email our Camp Director, Lauren Bennett-Dionne at lbdionne@ctrivermuseum.org.

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Camp runs daily July 29, 2024 – Aug. 2, 2024, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

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$385 for Non-Members | $347 for Members.

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Marking the forty-fifth anniversary of the first videotaping by the Holocaust Survivors Film Project, a grassroots New Haven community initiative that evolved into the Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies, “In the First Person” is the first large-scale public exhibition of footage from this groundbreaking collection. Powerful excerpts from nineteen video testimonies presents the experiences of survivors and witnesses to the atrocities and genocide committed by Nazi Germany and its collaborators.

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These videos are presented alongside a display of books, pamphlets, manuscripts, documents, and other items from Yale Library collections that presents a history of Jewish efforts to document anti-Jewish persecution by means of eyewitness accounts, from the Kishinev Pogrom of 1903 through the Holocaust and its aftermath. The exhibition confronts the myth that survivors were silent about their experiences in the immediate post–World War II period and provides further context for understanding the Fortunoff Archive’s historical significance and impact.

​

Taken together, these materials reveal longstanding Jewish practices of documentation following periods of destruction and violence. While the Fortunoff Archive has been pathbreaking in harnessing the potential of video technology, it also participates in a Jewish tradition that extends as far back as the Biblical commandment to remember the past.

​

May 11 – August 25, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Independence Day (Thursday, July 4).Do This In Memory Of Me is an unprecedented juried exhibition of sacred art created to draw God’s people into deeper intimacy with our Lord in the holy Eucharist.Across the ages, visual arts have turned hearts and minds towards the sacred. With timeless beauty, sacred arts reach deeper into the soul than words. They show us what is holy so that we might encounter the Source of all holiness. Steeped in artistic tradition, this exhibit raises up images that draw us into the mystery of the Real Presence. Many traditional methods showcased in this exhibit would be lost if not for devoted sacred artists who have toiled in isolated spaces around the country to preserve these ancient techniques.The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is hosting this exhibition organized and curated by St. Edmund’s Sacred Art Institute, Mystic, Connecticut. Generous support for the exhibit is provided by the National Eucharistic Congress and the National Eucharistic Revival team.

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March 23 - September 8, 2024Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Good Friday (Friday, March 29), Holy Saturday (Saturday, March 30), Easter (Sunday, March 31), and Independence Day (Thursday, July 4). True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of salvation and eternal life through his body and blood. This exhibition was inspired by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ National Eucharistic Revival, a three-year celebration that began in 2022 and includes the 10th National Eucharistic Congress in 2024. The exhibition features numerous components connected to the adoration of the Eucharist, including its origins, its appearance and influence in works of art, its celebration and reverence throughout history, and its associated miracles.

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This exhibit consists of 23 nature/art photographs by Allison M. Maltese at the Lyme Public Library, 482 Hamburg Rd. Lyme, CT. Show dates: July 2- August 27. Opening Reception July 6 2-4 pm. Library is closed Sundays and Mondays.

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 Annie Sailer teaches modern dance classes in the New Haven area. The classes emphasize pelvis / spine initiated, free-flow, whole body movement and include a floor and standing warm-up followed by big, spatial movement sequences across the floor. All students receive individual attention to alignment and movement issues. The class atmosphere is friendly, non-competitive, and professional. Adults of all ages are welcome. $18 per class, $150 for 10 class card.

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