Greater New Haven Regional Arts Calendar

Looking for a unique way to relax, reconnect, and enjoy the beauty of spring in Connecticut? Join us for Flow & Vibe , a special evening of yoga, live music, and wine in a scenic vineyard setting.

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This all-levels event includes a 30-minute yoga class followed by a live sound bath featuring cello and handpan by the talented Dan and Jim. After class, stay to sip wine (available for purchase from the winery) and enjoy snacks you bring from home. It’s the perfect mini retreat to nourish your body, mind, and soul.

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Event Details:  

📍 Location:  Stappa Vineyard, Orange CT  

🗓 Date & Time:  Tuesday, May 20 6-8pm  

🎟 Tickets: $75 Early Bird (ends May 6) | $85 General Admission  

🎫 Register here: www.atsanghayoga.co

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Bring:  

• Yoga mat  

• Water  

• Snacks for after class  

• A cozy layer for the sound bath  

Wine is available for purchase and not included in ticket price.

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Whether you're a seasoned yogi or just love live music in a beautiful setting, this event is not to be missed. Space is limited—reserve your spot today!

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Develop your pottery skills as you focus on wheel-throwing techniques in stoneware and porcelain.

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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.

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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.

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The newest gallery exhibition at Guilford Art Center, “Dear Mother,” will present artworks which honor our relationship to the natural world through a variety of mediums and practices. This exhibition will explore and embrace our most ancient connections through one of our most human behaviors – artmaking.

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  The exhibition will be open May 2 – June 1, 2025. Over 100 works will be included by local artists, including painting, photography, drawing, ceramics, woodworking, fiber, woodcut, mixed media, and encaustic.

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  The community is invited to the Welcoming Reception on Sunday, May 4, from 2-4pm. This event is free and open to all.

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 The GAC gallery is free to enter and open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm. The Shop, which carries handcrafted work by hundreds of artists, is also open. 

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 Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street, Guilford. For more information contact Guilford Art Center at www.guilfordartcenter.org or 203-453-5947.

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The newest gallery exhibition at Guilford Art Center, “Dear Mother,” will present artworks which honor our relationship to the natural world through a variety of mediums and practices. This exhibition will explore and embrace our most ancient connections through one of our most human behaviors – artmaking.

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  The exhibition will be open May 2 – June 1, 2025. Over 100 works will be included by local artists, including painting, photography, drawing, ceramics, woodworking, fiber, woodcut, mixed media, and encaustic.

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  The community is invited to the Welcoming Reception on Sunday, May 4, from 2-4pm. This event is free and open to all.

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The GAC gallery is free to enter and open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm. The Shop, which carries handcrafted work by hundreds of artists, is also open. 

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Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street, Guilford. For more information contact Guilford Art Center at www.guilfordartcenter.org or 203-453-5947.

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

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

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Featuring Work by Meg Bloom and Cyra Levenson 

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In life, as in nature, surviving requires a mix of holding together and letting go. This is also true collectively, as a society, and individually as artists and creators. BREATH AND BONE, a new installation by artists Meg Bloom and Cyra Levenson will be on view at City Gallery from May 2 - June 1. The Artist Reception on Saturday, May 10, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., is open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

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Learn a variety of techniques to make rugged landscapes, hills and horizons both representational and abstract. Participants use basic fundamentals of painting to mix, layer colors and make shapes to create endless possible textures integrating painting and collage. These techniques will move your art to another level.

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Regina Thomas’ collage and mixed media art is a mélange of visual stimuli, colors, and shapes involving different genres from the representational to the abstract.  These multi-layered works portray her view of the world, never realistic, injecting her own narratives, metaphors, and icons.  Regina works instinctually, and her desire is to stimulate and intrigue the viewer, make a connection, bringing their own experiences to the work.

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Regina has lived and traveled throughout Asia and Europe.  While in London, she attended Richmond University concentrating on the Art Disciplines as well as Studio classes.  Upon her return to the states she continued refining her art through classes and workshops at RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), The New Art Center in Newton – MA, South Shore Art Center – MA, West Hartford Art League, Creative Arts Workshop/New Haven, CT, Yale University and The British Art Museum.

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Regina has been included in many juried exhibitions in New England. Thomas shows in private galleries and has private collectors across the U.S., Europe, South America and Asia. Her most recent shows have been at The John Slade Ely House in New Haven, and The Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook where she also holds classes in collage and mixed media art.

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Michael Kaplan, a child and adolescent psychiatrist, will explore how Tracey Emin’s paintings invite the viewer into her conscious and unconscious thoughts, much like the dialogue between therapist and patient. 

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Tracey Emin has stated that in painting, “everything has come through me,” that her feelings “entered my mind, travelled through my heart, my blood, arriving at the end of my hand.” Her paintings hold her feelings through gesture, brushstroke, color, line, and erasure. The paintings in this exhibition share difficult narratives and directly address challenging, sensitive subjects. Many of Emin’s narratives, based in experiences of trauma, invite the viewer into her conscious and unconscious thoughts, much like the dialogue between therapist and patient. In this talk, Michael Kaplan will explore how Emin communicates to the observer the role of memory, isolation, grief, rage, loss, and hope as she lays bare her vulnerability and reclaims her narrative.

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For more information, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/art-context-memory-and-paint

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On Tuesday May 20th the Madison Exchange Club is hosting a funfilled fundraiser to benefit the needs of the Madison Shoreline community. Join us! The day begins with lunch and a Putting Challenge, followed by a 1:00pm Shotgun Scramble which includes a $10,000.00 Hole In One, a Putting Challenge and a chance to participate in a “unique to CT” Golf Ball Cannon Challenge. Play is followed with dinner, open bar, raffle, silent auction and ladies / men / mixed golfing awards. Check www.madisonexchange.org for additional information or contact Vince Dussich (203)506-8888 or Bob Graham (203)415-7653. See you on May 20th

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Explore different crafts at our Teen Crafting Club!

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March - Plushie Making

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April - Paper Flowers & Origami

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May - Friendship Bracelets

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Open to Teens age 12 to 18. All materials are provided. Registration required - please call the library at 203-468-3890 or email ekalotai@hagamanlibrary.org.

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Join us for a sensory friendly playtime where children and caregivers can interact with several fun stations with transition time built in between activities.

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Registration is required to best accommodate sensory requests.

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Proudly partnered with Social Sabby.

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Instructed by Annie Sailer

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39 Putnam Avenue

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Hamden, CT 06517

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Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006).  Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.

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His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.

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Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.

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A gathering of young professionals getting together for networking and socialization.

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Preparing a recovery schedule during construction can have far-reaching implications, especially when it comes to evaluating delays later in the project. We will discuss the risks and complexities that arise when a project shifts from its original plan to a recovery schedule, raising critical questions about how to measure responsibility for delays. Should you rely on the original schedule, the recovery plan, or something else entirely? Through a series of scenarios, we will explore how changes in sequencing, actual progress, and planning assumptions influence the interpretation of delays, and whether a recovery schedule truly “erases the sins of the past.”

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Speakers:

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Haswanth Venkatavijayan

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Haswanth is a Senior Consultant at FTI Consulting. He holds a master’s degree in Construction Management from Columbia University and brings a strong academic and professional foundation in project controls and construction claims analysis. In his consulting experience, Haswanth has played a key role in the successful resolution of complex construction claims, with his expertise in delay analysis, damage quantification, and evaluating loss of productivity impacts. He has supported both contractors and owners by monitoring schedule progress, analyzing construction sequencing, and reviewing change orders involving time extensions and cost claims.

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Phillip Kenny, CCA

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Phillip Kenny is a Senior Director at FTI Consulting and is based in the New York City area. Mr. Kenny has more than ten years of experience resolving construction disputes. He has prepared and presented claims on behalf of contractors and evaluated and refuted claims on behalf of owners and contractors. In his experience, Mr. Kenny has consulted on a variety of projects including airports, light rail systems, roadways, mid and high rise buildings, chemical plants, natural gas compressor stations and pipelines. Mr. Kenny also has performed on-site time studies of various contractors performing roadway construction operations. He has extensive experience performing claims analyses and quantifying damages related to schedule delays, change orders, acceleration, cost overruns, loss of productivity impacts, and similar damages.

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Eric Schatz, PE, PSP, CFCC

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Eric is a Managing Director at FTI Consulting with more than 20 years of experience in the construction industry, assisting owners, contractors, designers and sureties to avoid and resolve construction disputes. With a strong background in project controls and construction management, he often serves as a claims consultant expert providing schedule delay, loss of productivity, and damages analysis. Years of analyzing and preparing claims has afforded Eric with insights of poor risk management, reactive decision making and their potential consequences on cost, schedule, productivity, and quality. He uses this experience to assist parties to evaluate their exposure and resolve disputes prior to arbitration or trial.

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5:30PM - 6:15PM - Social Hour

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6:15PM - 7:30PM - Dinner & Presentation

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Networking opportunities to meet local filmmaker . Join a team, find crew. This is a New Haven 48 hour film project & Avion Films event.

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Join us for a fun and creative in-person event at Paradise Hills Vineyard & Winery. Learn how to create beautiful jewelry pieces using genuine sea glass, allergen free wire and Creative Girl Studio's guidance. Leave with 2 completed pendant necklaces, sachet bag, instruction sheet, use of all tools all included. You will leave with the ability to wire wrap anything found on a beach (shells, glass, stones). Limited seats. Please purchase a wine or beverage upon arrival, feel free to bring food! See you in Wallingford! Reserve your spot now! Email Laurie with any questions. Creativegirlstudios@gmail.com

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Are you looking to improve your throwing skills? Seeking to center your clay and yourself? Do you need a hand with hand building?

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This class offers an opportunity to work towards your goals in clay and further your individual projects with differentiated instruction.

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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. 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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Join us for a session of relaxation and re-centering! Sound healing is an ancient practice that helps to relax your body and your mind. Julia Nadolny, a certified practitioner of sound healing and reiki, will play her quartz crystal singing bowls to help you realign and heal your energy systems. This program is a great relief from the day-to-day stress of modern life. Please be sure to bring a yoga mat or something to lay on for the program, as this will be the most comfortable way to enjoy it. You may also bring a blanket and pillow if you prefer. 

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Registration is required; please sign up using this link.

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Andy Squyres is a singer-songwriter born and raised in the mountains of Northern California but after moving east in the late 1990’s, he’s spent the last few decades carving songs out of the foothills of his North Carolina home. Heavily influenced by the poetics of Leonard Cohen, Squyres leans heavily into the lyrical tradition of artists like Bob Dylan, The National, and John Mark McMillan, having a passion for words that are equally worshipful and honest.

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His live show is ache on display, a joyful protest, at once humorous and tragic, weaving together songs and tales of heartbreak and hope, making audiences laugh and sometimes cry while feeling the wonder of the sorrows and joys of life.

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In 2016 he released his album Cherry Blossoms and most recently in 2021 he released his album Poet Priest which journalist Brett McCracken named the album of the year stating that "If people claim Christian music is all schmaltz that sugarcoats reality, they haven’t listened to Andy Squyres. The Charlotte-based (by way of California) singer-songwriter makes beautiful, brutal music that wrestles with grief, pain, and the struggles of faith."

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In 2021 and 2022 he also released books called Poet Priest Vol.1 and Poet Priest Vol.2, respectively. In Nov 2024 he released Poet Priest Vol 3. They are each compilations of essays about being content with living a small, faithful life.

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The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Spring Members Exhibition on view from May 1 – June 19, 2025. The opening reception is Thursday, May 1 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public.

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“This exhibition honors the return of spring and celebrates the lively and creative energy of the season. We are delighted to have renowned artist Howard Park serve as our awards judge,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban.  

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The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours (Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm; Thursday, 9am to 7pm; Friday, 9am to 12pm).

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CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and beyond working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and critique sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.

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March 22 – September 7, 2025 | Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission EXCEPT Friday, April 18 (Good Friday); Saturday, April 19 (Holy Saturday); Sunday, April 20 (Easter); Saturday, June 7; and Friday, July 4 (Independence Day).

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Separated by 2,781 miles and on two different continents, Iraqi and Nigerian Christians share similar stories of persecution. From 2014-2018, portions of Northern Iraq were under the control of the militant group Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), and many religious minorities, including Christians, experienced persecution and violence as a result. In the northern and central portions of Nigeria, violence towards Christians and other minority groups has also increased in recent years at the hands of Boko Haram and other groups. 

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The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is honored to share the stories of those displaced in Iraq and Nigeria through Among the Persecuted and Displaced — a collection of photographs taken by Stephen Rasche. The Knights of Columbus has sponsored some of Rasche’s work in both countries, bringing to light the atrocities inflicted on those persecuted for their faith.

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Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/among-the-persecuted-and-displaced/

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The newest gallery exhibition at Guilford Art Center, “Dear Mother,” will present artworks which honor our relationship to the natural world through a variety of mediums and practices. This exhibition will explore and embrace our most ancient connections through one of our most human behaviors – artmaking.

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  The exhibition will be open May 2 – June 1, 2025. Over 100 works will be included by local artists, including painting, photography, drawing, ceramics, woodworking, fiber, woodcut, mixed media, and encaustic.

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  The community is invited to the Welcoming Reception on Sunday, May 4, from 2-4pm. This event is free and open to all.

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 The GAC gallery is free to enter and open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm. The Shop, which carries handcrafted work by hundreds of artists, is also open. 

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 Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street, Guilford. For more information contact Guilford Art Center at www.guilfordartcenter.org or 203-453-5947.

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The newest gallery exhibition at Guilford Art Center, “Dear Mother,” will present artworks which honor our relationship to the natural world through a variety of mediums and practices. This exhibition will explore and embrace our most ancient connections through one of our most human behaviors – artmaking.

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  The exhibition will be open May 2 – June 1, 2025. Over 100 works will be included by local artists, including painting, photography, drawing, ceramics, woodworking, fiber, woodcut, mixed media, and encaustic.

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  The community is invited to the Welcoming Reception on Sunday, May 4, from 2-4pm. This event is free and open to all.

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The GAC gallery is free to enter and open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm. The Shop, which carries handcrafted work by hundreds of artists, is also open. 

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Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street, Guilford. For more information contact Guilford Art Center at www.guilfordartcenter.org or 203-453-5947.

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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 Miss Holly for special storytime for ages 0-3.

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This storytime will be filled with songs, puppets, dancing, and more.

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Stay after storytime is over for playtime.

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Featuring Work by Meg Bloom and Cyra Levenson 

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In life, as in nature, surviving requires a mix of holding together and letting go. This is also true collectively, as a society, and individually as artists and creators. BREATH AND BONE, a new installation by artists Meg Bloom and Cyra Levenson will be on view at City Gallery from May 2 - June 1. The Artist Reception on Saturday, May 10, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., is open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

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Learn a variety of techniques to make rugged landscapes, hills and horizons both representational and abstract. Participants use basic fundamentals of painting to mix, layer colors and make shapes to create endless possible textures integrating painting and collage. These techniques will move your art to another level.

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Regina Thomas’ collage and mixed media art is a mélange of visual stimuli, colors, and shapes involving different genres from the representational to the abstract.  These multi-layered works portray her view of the world, never realistic, injecting her own narratives, metaphors, and icons.  Regina works instinctually, and her desire is to stimulate and intrigue the viewer, make a connection, bringing their own experiences to the work.

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Regina has lived and traveled throughout Asia and Europe.  While in London, she attended Richmond University concentrating on the Art Disciplines as well as Studio classes.  Upon her return to the states she continued refining her art through classes and workshops at RISD (Rhode Island School of Design), The New Art Center in Newton – MA, South Shore Art Center – MA, West Hartford Art League, Creative Arts Workshop/New Haven, CT, Yale University and The British Art Museum.

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Regina has been included in many juried exhibitions in New England. Thomas shows in private galleries and has private collectors across the U.S., Europe, South America and Asia. Her most recent shows have been at The John Slade Ely House in New Haven, and The Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook where she also holds classes in collage and mixed media art.

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Register Here

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You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy. This book takes an expansive look at Judy Blume’s life, work, and cultural impact, focusing on her most iconic—and controversial—young adult novels, from Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret to Blubber.

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Everyone knows Judy Blume.

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Her books have garnered her fans of all ages for decades and sold tens of millions of copies. But why were people so drawn to them? And why are we still talking about them now in the 21st century?

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In The Genius of Judy, her remarkable story is revealed as never before, beginning with her as a mother of two searching for purpose outside of her home in 1960s suburban New Jersey. The books she wrote starred regular children with genuine thoughts and problems. But behind those deceptively simple tales, Blume explored the pillars of the growing women’s rights movement, in which girls and women were entitled to careers, bodily autonomy, fulfilling relationships, and even sexual pleasure. Blume wasn’t trying to be a revolutionary—she just wanted to tell honest stories—but in doing so, she created a cohesive, culture-altering vision of modern adolescence.

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Blume’s bravery provoked backlash, making her the country’s most-banned author in the mid-1980s. Thankfully, her works withstood those culture wars and it’s no coincidence that Blume has resurfaced as a cultural touchstone now. Young girls are still cat-called, sex education curricula are getting dismissed as pornography, and entire shelves of libraries are being banned. As we face these challenges, it’s only natural we look to Blume, the grand dame of so-called dirty books. This is the story of how a housewife became a groundbreaking artist, and how generations of empowered fans are her legacy, today more than ever.

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Register now for a conversation you don’t want to miss!

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About the Author : Rachelle Bergstein is a lifestyle writer, author, and editor, focused on style, pop culture, and families. Her work has appeared in the New York Post, The New York Times, NPR, and more. She is the author of three books: Women from the Ankle Down, Brilliance and Fire, and The Genius of Judy. She lives with her husband and son in Brooklyn. Find out more at RachelleBergstein.com.

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In this program, Jessica Makin, Conservation Assistant, will use examples of works on paper from the collection in various media to demonstrate common enclosures used in the YCBA’s museum storage and display. She will discuss museum standards for different types of materials, as well as common artwork media that require special housing considerations.

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Preregistration is required for this program. Please contact  ycba.studyroom@yale.edu to register. For more information, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/caring-works-paper-housing-and-framing.

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Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006).  Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.

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His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.

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Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.

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Proudly partnered with Girls Inc. to teach personal awareness of identity, boundary setting, communication, exercising personal rights, and navigating interpersonal relationships with a special emphasis on healthy and safe relationship characteristics.

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Get a free consultation with an attorney from the New Haven County Bar Association at the Hagaman Memorial Library on the third Wednesday of each month from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. No need to pre-register. 

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The New Haven County Bar Association’s ASK A LAWYER program is designed to provide members of the community with general legal information; an attorney meets with the participant and provides a free 10-15 minute consultation. If the individual requires additional assistance, they are referred to our Lawyer Referral Service or a social service agency. 

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No appointment is necessary, consultations are given on a first-come, first-served basis.  

Extra parking for evening and weekend library events is available in the East Haven Town Hall parking lot on 250 Main Street (across the street from the library), in the KeyBank parking lot next to the library (after 12:00 p.m. on Saturdays and after 5:00 p.m. on weekdays) and in the Stop and Shop lot behind the library, accessible from Messina Drive.

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Join Miss Melissa for a fun-filled storytime with music, stories, movement, and crafts.

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This program is geared towards 2-5 year olds, but siblings are always welcome to join.

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Join Mercy Quaye for an insightful discussion on the overwhelming nature of mass media. In a world flooded with information, media often evokes strong emotions but doesn’t always leave room for critical thinking and deeper analysis. This conversation will explore how we process media, its impact on our perceptions, and strategies to engage with information more thoughtfully.

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Explore and develop designs for relief, intaglio, and monotype printmaking in this hands-on course.

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Class time will focus on creating original designs and concepts as students experiment with print plate substrates, including Corian®, Tetra-Pak®, vinyl records, and various recycled and found materials. Examples of different print styles will be shared to illustrate these techniques.

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This course is suitable for beginners and advanced students alike.

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

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

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

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

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

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Veteran book arts expert Gisela Noack brings her many years of skill and experience in restoration and conservation to students working on their own advanced bookbinding or restoration projects. Enrollment in this class includes one 3-hour monitored open bench session per week. This class will take place in a studio accessed by a flight of stairs. For any accommodations please send a confidential email to registrar@creativeartsworkshop.org

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  Wednesday, May 21, 2025;

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Meriden Public Library   

 105 Miller St, Meriden, CT 06450

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Free but registration required.

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Register for the seminar

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If you have been in operation two or more years, you may be itching to grow. Is there any fuel in the gas tank? How will you raise more capital, and can you show lenders or investors that you are a solid bet? We’ll review the steps on the staircase that you’ll need to climb and give you a checklist for what has to be in place. Plus, you'll come away with access to a free online course offering from Santa Clara University’s My Own Business Institute.

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Nacham Miranda is committed to empowering individuals, guiding them through complex and overwhelming situations that arise when striving to become successful, but most importantly, profitable. " At CEDF, my role involves helping clients acquire insights that are crucial for enhancing their business activities. I wish I’d known about CEDF before starting my own business; it would have saved me from countless moments of analysis paralysis as well as time, thanks to the free resources they offer. My goal is to help individuals turn their passions into a profitable business. The world belongs to those who create it, and we need more creators and doers—are you one of them?"

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#Being Firm in Purpose

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🎭  Come Experience Unbecoming Tragedy at Long Wharf Theatre

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What does it mean to reclaim your narrative?

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Stripped of everything but his imagination, a struggling actor transforms his prison cell into an unexpected stage. Unbecoming Tragedy: A Ritual Journey Toward Destiny is a gripping, poetic exploration of resilience, identity, and the redemptive power of storytelling. When all that remains is you—how do you rewrite your fate?

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This groundbreaking  world premiere  is the culminating production of Long Wharf Theatre’s 60th Season and was developed through our New Works Initiative. Written and performed by New Haven artist  Terrence Riggins , the piece draws from his lived experience as an artist in prison, where imagination became survival and storytelling became a form of liberation.

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Presented in partnership with  Collective Consciousness Theatre , Unbecoming Tragedy invites audiences into a transformative ritual—where theatre becomes a tool for reckoning, healing, and reclaiming power.

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📍  Location:  Yale Off-Broadway Theater @   41 Broadway, New Haven, CT 06511

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📅  Run Dates:  May 11 – June 1

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🎟  Tickets Available Now:  LINK HERE

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We’d really love for you to experience this beautiful new work— feel free to share it with your community and keep spreading the word!

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Learn how to protect your loved ones, hard-earned money, belongings, and more!

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You'll Discover:

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• How to make sure what you've worked hard for goes to the people you love.
• The legal tools every adult needs to protect their assets and wishes if something happens...and how to avoid common mistakes.
• Advantages and disadvantages of wills, living trusts, and more.
• Why you should do everything possible to help your family avoid Connecticut Probate when you die.
• How to make sure what you've worked hard for goes to the people you love.
• How to access the care you want and need as you age while retaining complete control (and avoid going broke in a nursing home!).
• How to protect an inheritance for kids or grandkids...especially if you have vulnerable beneficiaries, are in a blended family, or are in a second marriage.

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Register now! This event is free and educational, but spaces are limited. Visit MyPlanForTheFuture.com!

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Hot off last year's LP Maze Envy, Civerous (LA death metal) comes to Milford CT with support from Degraved (Seattle death metal) and Sea of Bones (CT doom)

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Civerous

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Upon hearing ‘Decrepit Flesh Relic’, the first album from Civerous, one was left with a feeling of intense suffocating weight and agonal prostration in the service of bone-breaking death hymns. With the towering new album, ‘Maze Envy’, LA’s most creatively destructive Death / Doom ensemble let loose a freshly evolved but no less brutal conflagration of immersive horror and morbid lamentation.  

Where Death / Doom may often stay in safe and unadventurous realms of narrow focus, ‘Maze Envy’ presents a more far-reaching breadth of ambition, where unusual technicality, progressive atmospheres, string flourishes and chaotic mysticism radiate a purple light of the soul’s ascension from the black oceans of dread Civerous inhabit. Chain-dragging dirge, blackened blasting, and the savage ferocity of Lord Foul’s hellish vocal exorcisms exalt ‘Maze Envy’ with a hellish grandeur within its myriad paths to oblivion.  

With a massively crushing sound, ‘Maze Envy’ is end times music for an age in which that reckoning feels unfathomably close. Civerous batter the senses into a state of labyrinthian turmoil from which emergence is ever more implausible.

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Degraved

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Sea of Bones

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Formed in New Haven, CT in early 2005. Creating heavy, atmospheric, droning, aggressive music.

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"The Earth Wants Us Dead is a powerful and chilling vision... Sea Of Bones have crafted a haunting and exhilarating masterpiece that should cement their reputation as one of the heaviest and most creative bands currently out there." -The Sludgelord.

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Reach out to MilfordHorror@gmail.com with any questions

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🔥 Skip the swiping—come meet real, local singles in person! 🔥

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If you’re tired of the same old routine, this is your chance to mix things up, meet new people, and have fun putting yourself out there! Our speed dating events make it easy and natural to spark connections—without the pressure of a full date.

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🍸 The night starts with a casual mingle & mixer —Grab a drink (not included, but encouraged) and enjoy some casual conversation before the dating rounds begin.

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💬 Not great at starting conversations?  No worries! Because we’ve got you covered with icebreaker questions to kick off each round. Plus, there’s a lovely, high-energy host there to hype you up, keep the energy high, and ease any nerves!

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✨ As the night progresses, remember the room might be buzzing with loud and exciting chats! So while it might be a bit hard to hear your date... Embrace the noise! Because it's part of the fun and lively atmosphere that Sips & Sparks fosters at each event.

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And as the bell rings to signal the end of each round, you’ll rotate to meet someone new in an atmosphere filled with positive energy and excitement. You’ll get to meet everyone in the room in a fun, relaxed way.

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⏳ Arrive 15–30 minutes early to settle in! We start right on time, and late arrivals may not be accommodated.

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💖 How it works:

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✔️ After each speed date round, you’ll select friend, date, or none on a simple matching system.

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✔️ If there’s a mutual match, we’ll send you each other’s contact info the next day!

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✔️ No smartphone? No problem—we’ve got paper match forms too.

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✨ Remember: This event is all about active listening, learning, and exploring connections. While many people do meet someone special, the key to enjoying this experience is letting go of expectations and focusing on meeting new people, discovering common interests, and seeing where things go.

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It’s about building confidence, sharpening your social skills, and being open to the possibility of a new friendship or even a romantic connection —but don’t go in expecting one.

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What you can expect is to take actionable steps  toward meeting new people, because you definitely won’t find your match staying home alone. 💪

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📲 Follow us on Facebook & Instagram (@sipsandsparks) for event updates, sneak peeks, and surprise promo codes! 🎉

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Disclaimers: The age range specified for this event is intended as a general guideline and recommendation. We will not turn away any participant based on age or gender and will not be verifying such information at the event. Note that we do not perform background checks on any participants. Similarly to most other dating platforms, it is your responsibility to perform your own due diligence on any individuals you choose to meet with. Our primary goal is to create an inclusive, comfortable, and enjoyable environment for all attendees. Sips and Sparks reserves the right to postpone or cancel any event that does not have enough participants registered. Although this rarely occurs, if it does, you would be given the option to either receive a refund or transfer your ticket to a different event.

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Notice: Some of our venues do not have elevators. If you require such accommodations, please contact us at contact@sipsandsparks.org before purchasing your ticket so we can verify whether or not this will be available at that particular location.

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Release of Liability: By participating in this event, attendees agree to release and hold harmless Sips and Sparks LLC, its employees, representatives, venues, and partners, from any and all liabilities, losses, damages, costs, or expenses arising from or related to any accidents, incidents, injuries, or property damage that may occur during or after the event. Attendance at the event and pursuing individuals met at the event is done at each individual's own risk.

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Photo/Media Release: By attending this event, attendees grant Sips and Sparks LLC the right to capture and use their image and likeness in future promotional and advertising materials, without further notification or compensation.

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Refund Policy: Because there is limited space at the venue and limited time for rounds, please notify the hosts at least 1 week in advance if you cannot attend to guarantee a refund. Within 1 week of the event, we will only issue a refund if we are able to fill your spot. (Note that Eventbrite processing fees are always non-refundable!) Please e-mail us for a refund credit at contact@sipsandsparks.org.

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Join us for a unique celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Everyone has a culture, whether it's through recipes, traditions, costumes, or heirlooms passed from one generation to the next. P.E.A.C.E. (Powerful Experiences for Art & Cultural Exchange, Inc.) will lead an interactive presentation on Eastern cultures through its collection of authentic Asian dolls, which will be featured in the library's display cases throughout May. Each doll is from a different Asian nation and represents its unique history of dance, dress, food, and craft. They also serve as a window into women's lives and the roles they play within their respective societies. This talk will foster a deeper understanding of the rich tapestry of traditions that make up our world.

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This is a hybrid program; patrons have the option of attending in-person at the library or virtually on Zoom. Registration is required; please sign up using this link!

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 Scottish Country Dances are energetic and fun. Learn the lively jigs, reels and more sedate strathspeys of Scotland. Come join us! Beginners are welcome. No partner necessary. Wear well-fitting, soft soled shoes that won’t fly off your feet. Scottish dancing is energetic and fun and is practiced all over the world. You don't need to be Scottish to dance Scottish. First 2 classes are free, then $5/week.

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Join us at Old Heidelberg Bar inside Graduate by Hilton New Haven every Wednesday at 7:30 PM for Big Boy Trivia! Get your game faces on and be ready to compete!

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 Movies in the Plaza brings you free Wednesday night movie screenings May through October in downtown New Haven’s beloved, cozy 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, and more.

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General Admission Standing Room Only

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SMOKING POPES

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

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Links: Official Website | Facebook | Instagram | Spotify

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The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Spring Members Exhibition on view from May 1 – June 19, 2025. The opening reception is Thursday, May 1 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public.

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“This exhibition honors the return of spring and celebrates the lively and creative energy of the season. We are delighted to have renowned artist Howard Park serve as our awards judge,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban.  

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The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours (Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm; Thursday, 9am to 7pm; Friday, 9am to 12pm).

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CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and beyond working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and critique sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.

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March 22 – September 7, 2025 | Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission EXCEPT Friday, April 18 (Good Friday); Saturday, April 19 (Holy Saturday); Sunday, April 20 (Easter); Saturday, June 7; and Friday, July 4 (Independence Day).

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Separated by 2,781 miles and on two different continents, Iraqi and Nigerian Christians share similar stories of persecution. From 2014-2018, portions of Northern Iraq were under the control of the militant group Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), and many religious minorities, including Christians, experienced persecution and violence as a result. In the northern and central portions of Nigeria, violence towards Christians and other minority groups has also increased in recent years at the hands of Boko Haram and other groups. 

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The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is honored to share the stories of those displaced in Iraq and Nigeria through Among the Persecuted and Displaced — a collection of photographs taken by Stephen Rasche. The Knights of Columbus has sponsored some of Rasche’s work in both countries, bringing to light the atrocities inflicted on those persecuted for their faith.

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Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/among-the-persecuted-and-displaced/

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Chair seated exercise class for seniors. Relax the mind, body and soul through gentle chair seated exercise using the breath via zoom.

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The newest gallery exhibition at Guilford Art Center, “Dear Mother,” will present artworks which honor our relationship to the natural world through a variety of mediums and practices. This exhibition will explore and embrace our most ancient connections through one of our most human behaviors – artmaking.

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  The exhibition will be open May 2 – June 1, 2025. Over 100 works will be included by local artists, including painting, photography, drawing, ceramics, woodworking, fiber, woodcut, mixed media, and encaustic.

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  The community is invited to the Welcoming Reception on Sunday, May 4, from 2-4pm. This event is free and open to all.

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 The GAC gallery is free to enter and open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm. The Shop, which carries handcrafted work by hundreds of artists, is also open. 

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 Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street, Guilford. For more information contact Guilford Art Center at www.guilfordartcenter.org or 203-453-5947.

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The newest gallery exhibition at Guilford Art Center, “Dear Mother,” will present artworks which honor our relationship to the natural world through a variety of mediums and practices. This exhibition will explore and embrace our most ancient connections through one of our most human behaviors – artmaking.

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  The exhibition will be open May 2 – June 1, 2025. Over 100 works will be included by local artists, including painting, photography, drawing, ceramics, woodworking, fiber, woodcut, mixed media, and encaustic.

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  The community is invited to the Welcoming Reception on Sunday, May 4, from 2-4pm. This event is free and open to all.

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The GAC gallery is free to enter and open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm. The Shop, which carries handcrafted work by hundreds of artists, is also open. 

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Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street, Guilford. For more information contact Guilford Art Center at www.guilfordartcenter.org or 203-453-5947.

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Join the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center for this onsite or online program with two priests who have experienced religious persecution in their homelands. Access the online version at https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/events/

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Father Salar Kajo is a priest of the Chaldean Catholic Diocese of Alqosh in Iraq. He was ordained in 2007 and, in 2015, earned a PhD from the Pontifical Oriental Institute in Rome. Father Salar has been a professor at the Eastern Pontifical Institute in Rome as well as the Pontifical College of Babylon for Philosophy and Theology in Iraq. He is currently a research scholar in the Department of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio.

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Father John Hayi Ferdinand was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Yola in Nigeria, in 2010. He served in parish ministry and diocesan health coordinator as well as a chaplain to various Catholic organizations. Father Ferdinand has been an advocate for peace, engaging in dialogue with area Muslims and the local government. He is pursuing a Master of Arts degree in Christian Ministry at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio.

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This program is being held in conjunction with McGivney Pilgrimage Center’s current temporary exhibition “Among the Persecuted and Displaced: Photographs from Iraq & Nigeria.” The exhibition is open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission through September 7, 2025. Learn more about the exhibition at https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/among-the-persecuted-and-displaced/

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Featuring Work by Meg Bloom and Cyra Levenson 

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In life, as in nature, surviving requires a mix of holding together and letting go. This is also true collectively, as a society, and individually as artists and creators. BREATH AND BONE, a new installation by artists Meg Bloom and Cyra Levenson will be on view at City Gallery from May 2 - June 1. The Artist Reception on Saturday, May 10, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., is open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

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Instructed by Annie Sailer

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39 Putnam Ave, Floor 2, Hamden, CT

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Sidewalk Studio is an outdoor program, held in front of the Yale University Art Gallery, that fosters impromptu art making on a drop-in basis. Led by Gallery staff and Yale undergraduate and graduate students, each session focuses on a single medium and connects to works in the collection. Generously sponsored by the Martin A. Ryerson Lectureship Fund. 

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All are welcome.

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Explore the brilliance of J. M. W. Turner in this special exhibition tour, showcasing the Yale Center for British Art’s unparalleled collection of his work. 

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Tours meet in the Entrance Court by the Visitor Services desk.

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For more information, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/docent-tour-j-m-w-turner-romance-and-reality-10

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Drop in to work on a puzzle and compete for a prize!

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If there are under 4 people, each patron will compete on their own with their own individual puzzle.

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If there are 4 or more people, participants will divide into groups of 2.

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The patron/group who finishes first will win a prize.

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Jasleni Brito is a Dominican-American artist, oracle deck creator, and certified transformation coach based in Connecticut. Rooted in her Afro-Caribbean heritage, her work celebrates the beauty, resilience, and spiritual depth of everyday life. Blending ancestral wisdom with contemporary storytelling, Jasleni creates art as a form of ritual—each piece infused with intention, healing, and magic.

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Purchase her custom oracle deck, candles and artwork!

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Come to the teen room to experiment with different colors to make your own bubble art flowers.

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🎨 Unlock Your Child’s Creativity at The Giggling Pig! 🖌️

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Looking for the perfect art class for your child? The Giggling Pig offers engaging, age-appropriate programs designed to nurture creativity, build skills, and encourage self-expression in a fun and supportive environment!

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✨ Beginner Class (Ages 4-6) – 1 Hour

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Introduce your little artist to the fundamentals of art! Through guided instruction, kids explore blending, composition, and different techniques while having fun and developing their unique style.

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🎭 Intermediate Class (Ages 7-9) – 1.5 Hours

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A deeper dive into creativity! Students work more independently, experimenting with clay, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media, and more. They’ll learn composition, values, and color theory while creating detailed artwork.

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🎨 Advanced & Junior Advanced (Ages 8-16) – 2 Hours

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Designed for pre-teens and teens, this class allows students to explore their artistic passions at their own pace. From composition and shading to blending and detailed projects, this class is perfect for young artists looking to grow.

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📅 Classes held weekly—pre-registration required! Weekly attendance encouraged but not required.

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💰 Class packs available for savings opportunities!

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Join us at The Giggling Pig, where imagination comes to life! 🌟

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📍 Reserve your child’s spot today!

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Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006).  Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.

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His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.

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Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.

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Timber Connections is a three-hour event that brings together leading voices in architecture, engineering, and timber technology to share their groundbreaking work and visions for a more sustainable world.

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Join us for an immersive evening dedicated to the future of timber in sustainable construction!

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Connect with experts, gain valuable insights, and be part of the conversation on pushing the boundaries of sustainable construction forward.

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Join us for a docent-led tour of “Tracey Emin: I Loved You Until The Morning,” the first major North American museum exhibition of her work. Known for her expressive, autobiographical style, Emin explores love, loss, and the female experience with unflinching honesty.

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Tours meet in the Entrance Court by the Visitor Services desk. 

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For more information, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/docent-tour-tracey-emin-i-loved-you-until-morning-10

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Come dance the night away in Ninth Square! If you're a beginner, feel free to join us for our 30 minute beginner salsa lesson from 6 - 6:30 before letting loose the rest of the night with your new salsa skills!

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Did you know that the White House was nearly torn down during the Truman administration? New Haven architect Douglas Orr was instrumental in saving much of it. New Haven Museum (NHM) will celebrate National Preservation Month on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., as Cynthia Wrightsman and Douglas Orr Loganwill present, “Douglas Orr: Connecticut and Beyond.” The free lecture will be preceded by a reception at 5:30 p.m. Register here. 

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Orr designed the World War One Memorial Flagpole on the New Haven Green, and the Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library in Branford, Connecticut. He went on to receive national acclaim. “A talented and prolific architect, Douglas Orr, of Stony Creek, Branford, Connecticut, was active in his community and built a national legacy,” says Wrightsman. She notes that two of Orr’s buildings have been listed on the National Register of Historic Places: The New Haven Lawn Club, and the former Southern New England Telephone Company headquarters on Church Street, New Haven.

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Orr began designing houses in the 1920s, soon after he graduated from Yale University. In 1926 he opened his own firm in New Haven. Between the 1920s and 1950s, Orr’s architectural firm had a huge impact on New Haven. He had his hand in everything, from municipal buildings, low-income housing, Yale University building additions and alterations, hospitals, churches, and homes. 

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Explore the craft of screen printing in this engaging, hands-on workshop. Start with a live demonstration of screen creation, where you’ll learn how to prepare and set up designs. Then, try your hand at printing your own designs using pre-made screens. Ideal for beginners or those curious about trying a new creative technique, this workshop offers a chance to combine practical skills with artistic expression, resulting in custom prints to take home.

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What to Expect:  

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• A step-by-step demonstration of the screen creation process, including design preparation and screen coating.

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• Hands-on practice screen printing using pre-made screens and vibrant inks.

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• The opportunity to print your own designs onto fabric or paper.

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Skills You’ll Acquire:  

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•  Screen Printing Basics:  Learn the essentials of screen preparation and printing.

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•  Printing Techniques:  Develop skills for even ink application and clean design transfer.

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•  Creative Design Insight:  Gain an understanding of the artistic possibilities of screen printing.

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What’s Provided:  

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• All materials, including pre-made screens, fabric, paper, and inks.

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• Tools and equipment for screen printing.

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• Expert guidance from an experienced screen printing instructor.

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Who Should Attend:  

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• Beginners interested in learning screen printing techniques.

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• Creatives looking to explore a new medium for their artwork.

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• DIY enthusiasts eager to craft custom prints for clothing, home decor, or art.

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Prerequisites/Safety Information:  

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• No prior experience is necessary; beginners are welcome.

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• Wear clothing you don’t mind getting a little ink on.

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• All materials and safety instructions will be provided.

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Instructor: Austin Larkin

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Tickets:

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Standard Ticket: $87.00

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MakeHaven Members: $74.00

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=423&reset=1&reset=1

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

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Stop by the library for a special storytime with a local educator as guest reader.

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This event is best suited for children ages 5-years-old and older with siblings welcome.

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Registration is required for this event.

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Proudly partnering with Meriden Public Schools.

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Learn several brush painting technique for creating mountains, then challenge yourself to create a landscape painting combining previous inkwash painting sessions that include bamboos and pandas!

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Registration AND confirmation required. Previously waitlisted registrants may be prioritized. Repeated no shows may result in de-prioritization of future paint night registrations.

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To register, call us at (203) 937-4233 ext. 3; email us at reference@westhavenlibrary.org; or click on the "More" button below!

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Join Mercy Quaye for an insightful discussion on the overwhelming nature of mass media. In a world flooded with information, media often evokes strong emotions but doesn’t always leave room for critical thinking and deeper analysis. This conversation will explore how we process media, its impact on our perceptions, and strategies to engage with information more thoughtfully.

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

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

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Join us to create this beautiful northern lights scenery on an upcycled cd!

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All supplies will be included.

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*Please note: If you signed up for the craft on May 13th, please refrain from signing up for the second session to allow for new crafters to participate.

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🎭  Come Experience Unbecoming Tragedy at Long Wharf Theatre

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What does it mean to reclaim your narrative?

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Stripped of everything but his imagination, a struggling actor transforms his prison cell into an unexpected stage. Unbecoming Tragedy: A Ritual Journey Toward Destiny is a gripping, poetic exploration of resilience, identity, and the redemptive power of storytelling. When all that remains is you—how do you rewrite your fate?

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This groundbreaking  world premiere  is the culminating production of Long Wharf Theatre’s 60th Season and was developed through our New Works Initiative. Written and performed by New Haven artist  Terrence Riggins , the piece draws from his lived experience as an artist in prison, where imagination became survival and storytelling became a form of liberation.

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Presented in partnership with  Collective Consciousness Theatre , Unbecoming Tragedy invites audiences into a transformative ritual—where theatre becomes a tool for reckoning, healing, and reclaiming power.

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📍  Location:  Yale Off-Broadway Theater @   41 Broadway, New Haven, CT 06511

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📅  Run Dates:  May 11 – June 1

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🎟  Tickets Available Now:  LINK HERE

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We’d really love for you to experience this beautiful new work— feel free to share it with your community and keep spreading the word!

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By now, you probably know the story.

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In 2015 , we began as a grassroots community conversation platform—bringing people together across Connecticut to engage in brave dialogue and offer anti-bias and anti-racism workshops that challenged systems, sparked reflection, and built collective understanding.

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Four years in, the work evolved. We expanded our services to focus on strategic communications and public relations, launching a first-of-its-kind model for anti-racist public relations. It was bold. It was necessary. And it worked.

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Now, a decade after we first took on the name "The Narrative Project", we’re still here—and stronger than ever.

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Today, we offer anti-racist public relations consulting to mission-driven organizations not just in Connecticut but across the country. From community-based nonprofits to national coalitions, we've helped shape narratives rooted in equity and justice.

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And we didn’t do any of it alone. Along the way, we’ve partnered with more than 100 incredible organizations—each one committed to building a more just and liberated world. These partnerships have shaped us, taught us, and reminded us that true change is always a collective effort.

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So, to mark this milestone, we’re throwing a celebration—and you’re invited.

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Join us at our New Haven office for an evening of cocktails, community, and storytelling as we honor the journey and the people who made it possible.

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This is a free event, but we invite you to contribute. All proceeds will go directly toward supporting our mission and continuing the work we began 10 years ago.

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We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

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Arrival : 6:30 PM

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Storytelling : 7:00 PM

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Mix & Mingle: 8:00 PM

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Our Theatre Department presents their Spring Showcase! This year they are excited to present our school community a variety of theatric expressions that is sure to entertain you! We hope you can attend.

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The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Spring Members Exhibition on view from May 1 – June 19, 2025. The opening reception is Thursday, May 1 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public.

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“This exhibition honors the return of spring and celebrates the lively and creative energy of the season. We are delighted to have renowned artist Howard Park serve as our awards judge,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban.  

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The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours (Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm; Thursday, 9am to 7pm; Friday, 9am to 12pm).

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CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and beyond working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and critique sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.

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Conflict management training focuses on developing the skills and techniques to resolve disagreements or disputes constructively. It’s valuable for improving communication, reducing stress, and fostering collaboration in the workplace or other group settings. The training typically covers various approaches and methods to address conflicts and turn them into opportunities for positive change.

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Our one day workshop in Conflict Management and Communication Skills immerses you in the most advanced conflict management tools, strategies and practices applicable today. You will gain hands on practice on proven frameworks, go through simulations and exercises that will train you to be highly effective professional and leader, starting day one.  

Please note: Conflict management is a 1 day training program.

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(Friday) Weekday Batch  

(Saturday) Weekend Batch

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Key Features:

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• 8 Hours of intense classroom training
• Course Completion Certificate
• Our trainers are highly qualified, have 10+ years of real-world experience and will provide you with an engaging learning experience
• All training classes are guaranteed to run, whether they are classroom, Live virtual or in-house
• Real-World Simulations and Case Studies prepared by the industry expert
• 15 Assessments and 13 Recall Quizzes
• 11 Comprehensive Assignments

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Benefits of Conflict Management Training:

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• Improved interpersonal relationships
• Better teamwork and collaboration
• Reduced workplace stress and tension
• Enhanced decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• A more positive organizational culture

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What you’ll learn?

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1. Increase your effectiveness in managing conflict.
2. Leverage potential conflict situations as opportunities for critical conversations that enhance work relationships.
3. Gain confidence in holding difficult conversations calmly and assertively.
4. Manage difficult situations proactively.
5. See growth in your overall performance
6. Build trust and credibility with colleagues and team members
7. Identify common responses to conflicts in terms of behavior, thoughts and attitude
8. Explore Aggressive, Passive and Assertive approaches and the consequence of each response
9. Learn effective conflict resolution methods and best practices for managing conflicts

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Course Curriculum

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Conflicts

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• The intention behind the conflict
• The cause and effect of the conflict
• How did it happen
• The consequences of the conflict  

Mindset Change

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• Importance for change
• Getting rid of old habits
• Various styles of employees  

The 5-step strategy in implementing the blueprint for Conflict Resolution

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• Self-Awareness and Self-Management
• Emotions
• Conflicting Styles
• Conflicting Roles
• Conflicting Resources  

Building and Sustaining Relationships with Colleagues

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• Breaking Barriers to Effective Communication in a Cross Cultural Diverse Environment
• The Mastery of Building Rapport at the Workplace
• Build Trust and Confidence amongst supervisors, colleagues and peers

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We also provide Corporate/In-House training at any remote location, If you have group participants. It can be conducted on your company's premises on your preferred dates.

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Looking forward to seeing you on board.

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Contact us:  

Call us +1 (570) 630 9318  

Email : helen@shinebrightx.us

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Conflict management training focuses on developing the skills and techniques to resolve disagreements or disputes constructively. It’s valuable for improving communication, reducing stress, and fostering collaboration in the workplace or other group settings. The training typically covers various approaches and methods to address conflicts and turn them into opportunities for positive change.

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Our one day workshop in Conflict Management and Communication Skills immerses you in the most advanced conflict management tools, strategies and practices applicable today. You will gain hands on practice on proven frameworks, go through simulations and exercises that will train you to be highly effective professional and leader, starting day one.  

Please note: Conflict management is a 1 day training program.

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(Friday) Weekday Batch  

(Saturday) Weekend Batch

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Key Features:

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• 8 Hours of intense classroom training
• Course Completion Certificate
• Our trainers are highly qualified, have 10+ years of real-world experience and will provide you with an engaging learning experience
• All training classes are guaranteed to run, whether they are classroom, Live virtual or in-house
• Real-World Simulations and Case Studies prepared by the industry expert
• 15 Assessments and 13 Recall Quizzes
• 11 Comprehensive Assignments

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Benefits of Conflict Management Training:

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• Improved interpersonal relationships
• Better teamwork and collaboration
• Reduced workplace stress and tension
• Enhanced decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• A more positive organizational culture

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What you’ll learn?

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1. Increase your effectiveness in managing conflict.
2. Leverage potential conflict situations as opportunities for critical conversations that enhance work relationships.
3. Gain confidence in holding difficult conversations calmly and assertively.
4. Manage difficult situations proactively.
5. See growth in your overall performance
6. Build trust and credibility with colleagues and team members
7. Identify common responses to conflicts in terms of behavior, thoughts and attitude
8. Explore Aggressive, Passive and Assertive approaches and the consequence of each response
9. Learn effective conflict resolution methods and best practices for managing conflicts

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Course Curriculum

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Conflicts

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• The intention behind the conflict
• The cause and effect of the conflict
• How did it happen
• The consequences of the conflict  

Mindset Change

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• Importance for change
• Getting rid of old habits
• Various styles of employees  

The 5-step strategy in implementing the blueprint for Conflict Resolution

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• Self-Awareness and Self-Management
• Emotions
• Conflicting Styles
• Conflicting Roles
• Conflicting Resources  

Building and Sustaining Relationships with Colleagues

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• Breaking Barriers to Effective Communication in a Cross Cultural Diverse Environment
• The Mastery of Building Rapport at the Workplace
• Build Trust and Confidence amongst supervisors, colleagues and peers

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We also provide Corporate/In-House training at any remote location, If you have group participants. It can be conducted on your company's premises on your preferred dates.

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Looking forward to seeing you on board.

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Contact us:  

Call us +1 (570) 630 9318  

Email : helen@shinebrightx.us

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Get certified in project management techniques at our classroom training and live virtual training!

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Are you looking to improve your throwing skills? Seeking to center your clay and yourself? Do you need a hand with hand building?

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This class offers an opportunity to work towards your goals in clay and further your individual projects with differentiated instruction.

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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. 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 22 – September 7, 2025 | Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission EXCEPT Friday, April 18 (Good Friday); Saturday, April 19 (Holy Saturday); Sunday, April 20 (Easter); Saturday, June 7; and Friday, July 4 (Independence Day).

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Separated by 2,781 miles and on two different continents, Iraqi and Nigerian Christians share similar stories of persecution. From 2014-2018, portions of Northern Iraq were under the control of the militant group Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), and many religious minorities, including Christians, experienced persecution and violence as a result. In the northern and central portions of Nigeria, violence towards Christians and other minority groups has also increased in recent years at the hands of Boko Haram and other groups. 

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The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is honored to share the stories of those displaced in Iraq and Nigeria through Among the Persecuted and Displaced — a collection of photographs taken by Stephen Rasche. The Knights of Columbus has sponsored some of Rasche’s work in both countries, bringing to light the atrocities inflicted on those persecuted for their faith.

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Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/among-the-persecuted-and-displaced/

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The newest gallery exhibition at Guilford Art Center, “Dear Mother,” will present artworks which honor our relationship to the natural world through a variety of mediums and practices. This exhibition will explore and embrace our most ancient connections through one of our most human behaviors – artmaking.

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  The exhibition will be open May 2 – June 1, 2025. Over 100 works will be included by local artists, including painting, photography, drawing, ceramics, woodworking, fiber, woodcut, mixed media, and encaustic.

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  The community is invited to the Welcoming Reception on Sunday, May 4, from 2-4pm. This event is free and open to all.

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 The GAC gallery is free to enter and open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm. The Shop, which carries handcrafted work by hundreds of artists, is also open. 

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 Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street, Guilford. For more information contact Guilford Art Center at www.guilfordartcenter.org or 203-453-5947.

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The newest gallery exhibition at Guilford Art Center, “Dear Mother,” will present artworks which honor our relationship to the natural world through a variety of mediums and practices. This exhibition will explore and embrace our most ancient connections through one of our most human behaviors – artmaking.

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  The exhibition will be open May 2 – June 1, 2025. Over 100 works will be included by local artists, including painting, photography, drawing, ceramics, woodworking, fiber, woodcut, mixed media, and encaustic.

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  The community is invited to the Welcoming Reception on Sunday, May 4, from 2-4pm. This event is free and open to all.

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The GAC gallery is free to enter and open 7 days a week. Monday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm. The Shop, which carries handcrafted work by hundreds of artists, is also open. 

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Guilford Art Center is located at 411 Church Street, Guilford. For more information contact Guilford Art Center at www.guilfordartcenter.org or 203-453-5947.

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Featuring Work by Meg Bloom and Cyra Levenson 

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In life, as in nature, surviving requires a mix of holding together and letting go. This is also true collectively, as a society, and individually as artists and creators. BREATH AND BONE, a new installation by artists Meg Bloom and Cyra Levenson will be on view at City Gallery from May 2 - June 1. The Artist Reception on Saturday, May 10, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m., is open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

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 Boardslide

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May 2 - June 15, 2025

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Located in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

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Opening Reception on Friday, May 2nd from 4-7PM

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Spring Tasting Event on Sunday, May 4th from 3-5PM

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Artist Panel on Sunday, June 1st from 2-3PM

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Collage Creation Worksho p at Artsplace on June 1st & 6th (details TBA)

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Regular Gallery Hours from 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

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In keeping with the historic location of Ball and Socket Arts which was a manufacturing facility, “Boardslide” is an exhibition focusing on the ability of fine artists to translate the form of a skateboard through their creativity.

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The gap between sports and art is wide mainly due to preconceived notions. Fine artists often find themselves compelled to defend creation of utility items which are termed as craft as if it is in any way a genre of lesser importance. Likewise, sports equipment is usually not associated with fine art. In a complex world where a case can be made for all forms of creation to be connected through artistic as well as economic means, what better than the motif of a simple toy like a skateboard to form the basis of inspiration for a group of contemporary artists?

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The materials are diverse as is the aesthetic of each participating artist.

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Featured Artists:

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Paul Baylock; Alan Bisbort; Tamhja Coe, Michaela Gorski; Deborah Hesse; Chelsea Marti; Mike Mindera; Sarah Nguyen; and Rashmi Talpade

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This class provides step-by-step instruction for those seeking the fundamentals of watercolor painting. Class includes demos and structured exercises. Participants learn color mixing, dark and light and basic color theory principles. Different brush stroke techniques are addressed for specific effects i.e. wet on wet & dry stubble applications. Participants paint from still life setups and/or photo references from home. Everyone is encouraged to work on an ongoing painting at home to help solidify techniques learned in class. This piece may be brought into class on the last day for an open critique session. Instructor will work with you at your level even if you have taken watercolor in the past. Material list available upon registration.

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Chris Kunze graduated from Rhode Island School of Design with a BFA in Painting/Illustration. He has had a long & successful career in Advertising and Promotion. His illustrations and designs have been used in books, magazines, newspapers, product packaging and logo design.

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Chris’ fine art has always remained important throughout his career as a commercial artist.

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He has had many solo and group shows in New York City, Westchester County and lower Connecticut, showcasing his oil paintings, watercolors and illustrations. Chris was part of an ongoing show at the Arthur Kalaher Fine Art in Sag Harbor, NY from 2011-2019. In 2018 he had a solo show of his watercolors at Teatown Lake Reservation.

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In 2019 Chris began his participation in Arthouse.NYC’s “Healthcare Heroes Show”.

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He has memorialized several healthcare workers who lost their lives during the height of the Covid pandemic. These oil portraits were given to their families and were on view at the

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Big Plaza Screen in New York City.

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Teaching is a passion that has come to the forefront in the past 15 years for Chris. He has been teaching a plethora of subjects among them drawing, oil painting, watercolors, and more at local Westchester art schools. He is currently teaching at Scarsdale Adult School.

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Chris grew up in Europe and Westchester County. He currently resides in Salem, Connecticut.

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Join our volunteer museum educators for an interactive exploration of highlights from our collection. In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art features works from the sixteenth century to the present, now on view in a reimagined installation. 

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Tours meet in the Entrance Court by the Visitor Services desk. 

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For more information, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/docent-tour-collection-highlight-25

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