Greater New Haven Regional Arts Calendar

An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty

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 An Exhibit of Abstract Watercolor and Mixed Media Assemblages featuring Work by Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler

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Celebrate the summer solstice with an exciting new show at City Gallery. Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler present an exhibit of abstract watercolor landscapes and handmade paper and mixed media assemblages in SOLSTICE, on view from June 6 - June 29. The Opening Reception on Sunday, June 8, 2 p.m. - 4 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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Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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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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You thought you knew what was coming. You thought you knew what the end would be. But when you get there, you realize it is something entirely different. It makes you think, “Hmmm… wasn’t expecting that!”

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This year we Stir the Style with narratives of surprise, disappointment, triumph, and transformation—tales where the destination wasn't quite what was imagined, but the journey proved remarkable nonetheless.

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You might find yourself laughing at life's unpredictable nature or shedding tears in shared understanding. Each person's reaction will be uniquely their own, as personal as the memories these works evoke.

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What we can promise is an engaging evening that resonates with your own life experiences, leaving you entertained, moved, and perhaps seeing your own journey in a new light.

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Musical Guest: Lara Herscovitch

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 The MAC Annual Member Meeting is scheduled according to the bylaws of the organization. Attendees must be up to date with annual dues.

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At the meeting Members will be welcomed by the Board Chair, review the financials of the organization, listen to the State of the MAC from the Executive Director, hear exciting new plans, and approve the slate of Board Officers. There will be open discussion of any questions from the membership at the end of the meeting.

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This year, the Annual Meeting will be held at the Milford Yacht Club on June 18th.

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After the close of the meeting portion, Members will enjoy passed hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.

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Five-part live workshop. Also June 25, July 2, 16 & 23; 5:30-7 pm   

 CEDF offices   

 965 E. Main St.   

 Meriden, CT 06450

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 From Concept to Compliance 

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Free but registration required.

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Register for the Workshop

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Plus, this workshop series will be followed by a two-part ServSafe certification course.

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Many aspiring business owners and even many who are currently operating “side gig” food businesses either haven’t been exposed to or unfortunately skipped past the fundamentals of entrepreneurship. When combined with a tendency for businesses that are poorly funded to skirt compliance requirements of the health and safety regulations, there’s risk of a disaster.

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Learn the right way to innovate, plan and execute your food operation in a fully compliant environment so you can legitimately promote your businesses for growth and sustainability. Our five-part workshop will prepare you with the essential foundations and knowledge.

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 Session 1: Introduction to Entrepreneurship 

• The meaning of entrepreneurship and its importance to food businesses. 
• Characteristics of a good entrepreneur. 
• Identifying opportunities in the food industry. 
• Licenses and permits required in Connecticut. 

 Session 2: Business Concept Development 

• Defining your concept ‘s value proposition. 
• Zeroing in on the unique selling proposition (USP). 
• Identifying the target audience. 

 Session 3: Business Planning 

• How to research and analyze the competition. 
• Why you need a formal business plan. 
• Business plan formats and contents. 

 Session 4: Basic Marketing and Social Media 

• Marketing strategies for food businesses. 
• Importance of your online and social media presence. 
• Creating a personal brand and a basic marketing plan. 

 Session 5: Basic Financial Management 

• How to calculate costs for launching. 
• Essential financial concepts. 
• The overwhelming importance of accurate food cost tracking. 
• How to fund a business the right way. 
• Ongoing business and safety regulatory requirements. 

 Dianisi Torres, MA, CHW, CMHA, is a nutrition educator with the UCONN EFNEP Program in the College of Agriculture, Health, and Natural Resources. She has been a certified ServSafe instructor and supervisor with the National Restaurant Association for more than 15 years, educating the community in English and Spanish. She has 13 years of experience teaching food business start-up classes. Dianisi also serves on the Board of Directors for CEDF Corporation. 

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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 Long Days

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June 12-19

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By Gabe Mckinley

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World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."

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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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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission EXCEPT Saturday, June 7; Friday, July 4 (Independence Day); Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving Day); Wednesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve); and Thursday, December 25 (Christmas Day).

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In remembrance of Pope Francis, who passed on April 21, 2025, the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is honored to present this exhibit illustrating the pope’s outreach to the peripheries during his 47 international trips.

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Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/francis-pope-of-the-peripheries/

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An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty

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 An Exhibit of Abstract Watercolor and Mixed Media Assemblages featuring Work by Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler

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Celebrate the summer solstice with an exciting new show at City Gallery. Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler present an exhibit of abstract watercolor landscapes and handmade paper and mixed media assemblages in SOLSTICE, on view from June 6 - June 29. The Opening Reception on Sunday, June 8, 2 p.m. - 4 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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Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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 Hank Paper- NEW INCISIVE MOMENTS, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe- WIDE OPEN,

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& Chris Ferguson- LABORS of LOVE

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The title of Hank Paper's show,  New Incisive Moments,  comes from the phrase that every street photographer knows from Henri Cartier-Bresson, “The Decisive Moment". On the other side of the gallery, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe shows her panorama and composite photographs in  Wide Open. In the North Gallery, Chris Ferguson shows his new body of work,  Labors of Love,  which focuses on portraits and depictions of local people who love the work that they do.

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Instructed by Annie Sailer

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39 Putnam Ave, Floor 2, Hamden, CT

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Join us for a special evening with Jacques Pépin, legendary French chef, author, and artist. Pépin will share stories from his extraordinary career—from cooking for French presidents to co-starring with Julia Child in the Emmy-winning Julia and Jacques Cooking at Home. A culinary icon in the U.S., he’s authored over 30 books, received 16 James Beard Awards, and France’s Légion d’Honneur. He’ll also discuss his passion for culinary education and the Jacques Pépin Foundation. Don’t miss this inspiring event with one of the most influential figures in modern gastronomy. Following the on-stage conversation is a meet & greet with Chef Pépin complete with tasty bites prepared by local chefs.

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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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Calling all artists, doodlers, and creative minds! Sketchbook Social is a laid-back, welcoming space where you can draw, sketch, and share ideas with fellow creatives—whether you work on paper, digitally, or in any other medium. Bring your sketchbook, tablet, or favorite tools and enjoy a relaxed, judgment-free atmosphere to create, experiment, and connect.

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No matter your skill level, this is a space to  get inspired, swap tips, and enjoy the creative process together. Join us for some fun, fresh ideas, and great company—because art is better when shared.

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Instructor: Aven Greene

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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=453&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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 Eastbound Theatre Presents

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You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown

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You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown brings charm, wit, and heart to the audience, It explores life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang. An enchanting revue of songs and vignettes, based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip.

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The show opened in New York City on March 7, 1967 and played for 1,597 performances at the theatre 80 St. Marks, with Gary Burghoff (Radar from the *MASH* TV show) in the title role. 

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The play is an average day in the life of Charlie Brown, a day made up of little moments picked from all the days of Charlie Brown, from Valentine’s Day to the baseball season, from wild optimism to utter despair, all mixed in with the lives of his friends (both human and non-human) and strung together on the string of a single day, from bright uncertain morning to hopeful starlit evening.

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“Familiar and fun, this is a show that comforts your nostalgic inner child while welcoming the newer generations with open arms.” – DC Metro Theatre Arts

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By Clark Gesner & John Gordon

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Directed by Nancy A Herman

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Cast

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Charlie Brown Cast

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Charlie Brown ~~~ Matt Simmons of Milford

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Lucy ~~~ Jonna E. Capone of Milford

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Sally ~~~ Eilis Garcia of New Haven

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Schroeder ~~~ Nicholas Nuñez of Stratford

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Linus ~~~ Lindsey Anderson of Milford

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Snoopy ~~~ Alaina McCarvill of Milford

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 Long Days

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June 12-19

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By Gabe Mckinley

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World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."

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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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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission EXCEPT Saturday, June 7; Friday, July 4 (Independence Day); Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving Day); Wednesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve); and Thursday, December 25 (Christmas Day).

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In remembrance of Pope Francis, who passed on April 21, 2025, the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is honored to present this exhibit illustrating the pope’s outreach to the peripheries during his 47 international trips.

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Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/francis-pope-of-the-peripheries/

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An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty

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 An Exhibit of Abstract Watercolor and Mixed Media Assemblages featuring Work by Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler

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Celebrate the summer solstice with an exciting new show at City Gallery. Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler present an exhibit of abstract watercolor landscapes and handmade paper and mixed media assemblages in SOLSTICE, on view from June 6 - June 29. The Opening Reception on Sunday, June 8, 2 p.m. - 4 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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Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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 Hank Paper- NEW INCISIVE MOMENTS, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe- WIDE OPEN,

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& Chris Ferguson- LABORS of LOVE

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The title of Hank Paper's show,  New Incisive Moments,  comes from the phrase that every street photographer knows from Henri Cartier-Bresson, “The Decisive Moment". On the other side of the gallery, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe shows her panorama and composite photographs in  Wide Open. In the North Gallery, Chris Ferguson shows his new body of work,  Labors of Love,  which focuses on portraits and depictions of local people who love the work that they do.

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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-29

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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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Join us June 20th at Armada Brewing to celebrate our 10-year anniversary!

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The evening will be packed with activities:

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🎸 Live Music

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🚛 Food Trucks

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🎯 Lawn Games

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🎲 Board Games

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🔪 Murder Mystery Event (Limited Enrollment)

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🔮 Tarot Readings

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🗣️ Conversations in the Dark

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🐦‍⬛ Crow Trinket Trading Station by our friends at @WitchBitchThrift

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🧞‍♂️ Wishing Well

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☕️ Mix-Your-Own Apothecary Tea Services

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🎁 Prizes & Giveaways

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🗝️ 10th Anniversary ENH Swag

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🍺 Special Edition “Escape Artist” Beer

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& NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN, ONE-NIGHT-ONLY PUZZLES & CHALLENGES FROM YOUR FAVORITE GAME DESIGNERS! 🧩😎

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This is a ticketed event. Children ages 10-18 need to be accompanied by adult. Children under the age of 10 are free.

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[SOLD OUT] Early Bird Tickets: $8 - First 100 tickets!

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Advance Tickets: $15 - LIMITED AVAILABILITY

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Day of Event: $20

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$50 VIP Add-on Available (limited availability)

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Jumpstart your two-week Festival experience with a performance that pays homage to the Juneteenth holiday and celebrates our collective dedication to harmony and truth! Curated by  Artsucation  and the  Official Juneteenth Coalition of Greater New Haven , this evening promises a rhythmical blend of joyful artistry. Join us for an evening with  New Haven All-Stars featuring The Keepers of the Culture Performing Arts Company ,  The Rahsaan Langley Project , and the  legendary R&B sensation, singer Johnny King.  Jose Candelario of WYBC Electric Drum  will host the evening. Make sure to mark your calendar for a night that you won’t want to miss!

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Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company on the Connecticut shoreline, will present  We’ve Got Magic to Do: The Music of Stephen Schwartz  for four performances from June 20-22 at the MLS theater tent on the grounds of Madison’s historic Deacon John Grave House. 

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Featuring a talented ensemble of eight singers and a live band, the production will showcase beloved songs by the legendary composer behind Wicked, Pippin, Godspell and more.

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This musical celebration pays homage to the Tony Award-winning composer, spotlighting the extensive songbook from both his iconic stage productions and from his acclaimed film scores, including The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Prince of Egypt. 

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With a career spanning over five decades, Stephen Schwartz has crafted a remarkable repertoire of songs such as All Good Gifts, Corner of the Sky, Day by Day, Defying Gravity, For Good, Meadowlark, Magic to Do, Morning Glow, Popular,and many others, which have left an indelible mark on American musical theater.

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 Eastbound Theatre Presents

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You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown

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You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown brings charm, wit, and heart to the audience, It explores life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang. An enchanting revue of songs and vignettes, based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip.

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The show opened in New York City on March 7, 1967 and played for 1,597 performances at the theatre 80 St. Marks, with Gary Burghoff (Radar from the *MASH* TV show) in the title role. 

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The play is an average day in the life of Charlie Brown, a day made up of little moments picked from all the days of Charlie Brown, from Valentine’s Day to the baseball season, from wild optimism to utter despair, all mixed in with the lives of his friends (both human and non-human) and strung together on the string of a single day, from bright uncertain morning to hopeful starlit evening.

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“Familiar and fun, this is a show that comforts your nostalgic inner child while welcoming the newer generations with open arms.” – DC Metro Theatre Arts

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By Clark Gesner & John Gordon

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Directed by Nancy A Herman

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Cast

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Charlie Brown Cast

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Charlie Brown ~~~ Matt Simmons of Milford

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Lucy ~~~ Jonna E. Capone of Milford

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Sally ~~~ Eilis Garcia of New Haven

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Schroeder ~~~ Nicholas Nuñez of Stratford

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Linus ~~~ Lindsey Anderson of Milford

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Snoopy ~~~ Alaina McCarvill of Milford

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Inspired by the real stories of New Haven apizza pioneers, Family Business: (A)Pizza Play follows the Carbonizatto family’s pizza shop from it’s immigrant beginnings as it passes down over generations. This production explores New Haven’s pizza magic (la magia dell'apizza) from New Haven’s cultural and historic connection to pizza.

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Family Business: (A)Pizza Play is a special collaboration with CitySeed and Sanctuary Kitchen, highlighting New Haven’s food culture, and celebrating the impact of 100 years of immigrant entrepreneurship in New Haven. Performances are at 162 James St., New Haven, future home of CitySeed’s operations, food incubator, and Sanctuary Kitchen.

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THE CARBONIZATTO STORY

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Pizza is a big deal in New Haven. We’re the Pizza Capital of America, after all. A Broken Umbrella Theatre has always wanted to tell the New Haven Apizza story, but not as a biography of any pizzaioli, but as a story of all of them. To do that, they took New Haven’s Apizza people and joined them into the fictionalized Carbonizzatto Family. Carbonizzatto, from the Italian for “carbonized” — a knowing wink to the black-dusted fingers walking out of any apizza shop.

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Last year, in A Slice, we saw multiple generations of the Carbonizzattos throughout history, but always in New Haven and always at their pizza shop. The Carbonizattos struggled from generation to generation as they grappled with what they owe to future Carbonizattos — and what did they owe to those who came before? Because this is part of a larger story, and it’s not just about Apizza, it’s about a family. A Slice was only the seed for this full production, or as Bruno Cantante sings in the show, “One slice don’t make a pie.”

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HartBeat Ensemble presents a staged reading of Woodhull/Beecher, a new play by Leslie Gabel-Brett exploring the tension between hope and despair in the struggles for personal and social justice. Victoria Woodhull – feminist, spiritualist, free-love advocate and first female presidential candidate – clashes with Henry Ward Beecher – minister, abolitionist, brother to Harriet Beecher Stowe and, to some, the “most famous man in America.” Set in late 1800’s New York, the lives of Woodhull and Beecher intersect in a contest of ideas and ambitions that erupt into a public scandal from which neither can fully recover. The play reveals truths about patriarchy, sexuality, hypocrisy, the power of public narrative and the costs of activism.  Victoria Woodhull could see the future – but could she change it?

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 Long Days

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June 12-19

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By Gabe Mckinley

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World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."

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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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📅 Classes held weekly—pre-registration required! Weekly attendance is 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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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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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission EXCEPT Saturday, June 7; Friday, July 4 (Independence Day); Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving Day); Wednesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve); and Thursday, December 25 (Christmas Day).

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In remembrance of Pope Francis, who passed on April 21, 2025, the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is honored to present this exhibit illustrating the pope’s outreach to the peripheries during his 47 international trips.

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Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/francis-pope-of-the-peripheries/

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An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty

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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-14

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A curated group of talented artists will gather to exhibit & sell their work on the beautifully manicured grounds of Beech Tree Cottages.

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Saturday June 21, 2025 11:00 - 4:00

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1187 Boston Post Road

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Madison, CT 06443

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Complimentary Beverages & Bites

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Free Admission & Parking

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@beechtreeartfair2025

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 An Exhibit of Abstract Watercolor and Mixed Media Assemblages featuring Work by Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler

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Celebrate the summer solstice with an exciting new show at City Gallery. Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler present an exhibit of abstract watercolor landscapes and handmade paper and mixed media assemblages in SOLSTICE, on view from June 6 - June 29. The Opening Reception on Sunday, June 8, 2 p.m. - 4 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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Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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 Hank Paper- NEW INCISIVE MOMENTS, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe- WIDE OPEN,

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& Chris Ferguson- LABORS of LOVE

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The title of Hank Paper's show,  New Incisive Moments,  comes from the phrase that every street photographer knows from Henri Cartier-Bresson, “The Decisive Moment". On the other side of the gallery, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe shows her panorama and composite photographs in  Wide Open. In the North Gallery, Chris Ferguson shows his new body of work,  Labors of Love,  which focuses on portraits and depictions of local people who love the work that they do.

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Presented by New Haven Symphony Orchestra, International Festival of Arts & Ideas, and Yale Schwarzman Center

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Experience a magical summer evening on the New Haven Green with the International Festival of Arts & Ideas, as the New Haven Symphony Orchestra, in partnership with Yale Schwarzman Center, presents City of Floating Sounds, a free, open-air concert that celebrates New Haven’s rich history and culture.

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The evening begins at 6pm with an immersive journey through New Haven, where participants playing  Huang Ruo’ s City of Floating Sounds on their phones will converge at the Green, creating a unique tapestry of sound. As the sun sets, the  New Haven Symphony  will take the stage at 7pm to perform a vibrant program that honors the voices and stories of our community.

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About the Exploration Paths:

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6pm• Starting Locations TBA 

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Check the event listing HERE for the most up to date information. 

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Participants who wish to join the exploration path walks will need to download a free application to a smart phone. The application will be released June 19, two days in advance of the event. 

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City of Floating Sounds is an invitation to connect with our surroundings and each other. Experience a shifting soundscape as you journey through the city. Can you find other audience members to create a richer sound?

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Pushing the boundaries of classical music performance, City of Floating Sounds uses cutting-edge creative technology to take music out into the city. Guided by a bespoke mobile app, starting at 6PM you make your way through the streets of New Haven listening to fragments of  Huang Ruo’ s meditative new work.

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As you get closer to the Green – and other audience members – the sound will expand, revealing more parts of the work. An opportunity to explore New Haven in a new light – the path you take and who you meet on your journey can all change what you hear.

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City of Floating Sounds asks you to open your senses to the city. What will you hear and who might you meet?

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Commissioned by Factory International, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, National Taichung Theater, Taiwan and West Kowloon Cultural District.

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Discover the joy of crafting your own pens in our engaging 3-hour workshop! One of the most common items in everyday life is the pen, and making one yourself from wood and acrylic is a rewarding experience that anyone can achieve.

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What to Expect:

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Join us for a comprehensive training session where you'll learn how to create pens from start to finish. Over the course of the workshop, you'll have the opportunity to make 3 custom pens—perfect for yourself, family, or friends. Using a specialist pen lathe that is both safe and easy to operate, you'll be guided through the entire process without needing any prior woodworking experience.

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Skills You'll Acquire:

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• Proficiency in using a pen lathe for woodworking.

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• Techniques for crafting pens.

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• Customizing the shape and style of your pens to suit your creativity.

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What's Provided:

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• All necessary materials..

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• Expert instruction and guidance to ensure you master the pen-making process.

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Who Should Attend:

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• Individuals with no prior woodworking experience.

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• Anyone interested in learning a new skill and creating personalized, handcrafted pens.

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• Craft enthusiasts looking to expand their creative repertoire.

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Prerequisites/Safety Information:

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• No prior experience necessary; beginners are warmly welcomed.

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• All materials and tools will be provided.

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• Safety instructions and guidance will be given to ensure a safe and enjoyable workshop experience.

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By the end of this workshop, you'll have beautifully crafted pens and the skills to continue creating on your own. Join us and unlock your potential in pen-making!

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Instructor: Glenn Mallette

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Workshop Ticket Fee:

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Standard Public Ticket: $91.00

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Member Rate: $78.00

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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=432&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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Instructed by Annie Sailer

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39 Putnam Ave, Hamden CT

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Start your day at The Audubon (corner of Orange & Audubon Streets)!

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Pick up your FREE Heart of Audubon tote bag , event map, and voucher sheet. Visit participating locations, complete your map, and you’ll be entered to win an amazing raffle prize! *Pick up the tote bag between 1 and 3 pm. Raffle drawing at 4 pm.*

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🎨 Creative Activities All Day Long

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• Live music and DJ sets
• Paint to the Music
• Button making
• Hands-on fun for the whole family

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Come celebrate creativity in the heart of New Haven!

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HartBeat Ensemble presents a staged reading of Woodhull/Beecher, a new play by Leslie Gabel-Brett exploring the tension between hope and despair in the struggles for personal and social justice. Victoria Woodhull – feminist, spiritualist, free-love advocate and first female presidential candidate – clashes with Henry Ward Beecher – minister, abolitionist, brother to Harriet Beecher Stowe and, to some, the “most famous man in America.” Set in late 1800’s New York, the lives of Woodhull and Beecher intersect in a contest of ideas and ambitions that erupt into a public scandal from which neither can fully recover. The play reveals truths about patriarchy, sexuality, hypocrisy, the power of public narrative and the costs of activism.  Victoria Woodhull could see the future – but could she change it?

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After the success of 2025's Gospel According To Broadway, Fuse Theatre of CT is proud to present another multi-genre concert. Where The Light Lives: Songs of Hope promises to be an uplifting, fun and inspirational concert featuring musical theater, pop, rock, gospel and more. Featuring old friends and new faces from across the Connecticut performing arts scene and a full band, we hope to bring together the New Haven community with the profound message that the arts possess the extraordinary ability to bring light to even the darkest days.

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With Direction by Noah Golden and Music Direction by Omar Sandakly, “Where The Light Lives” will take place June 21st at 2:30 and 7:30 at Congregation Mishkan Israel, 785 Ridge Rd, Hamden, CT. 

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After the success of 2025's Gospel According To Broadway, Fuse Theatre of CT is proud to present another multi-genre concert. Where The Light Lives: Songs of Hope promises to be an uplifting, fun and inspirational concert featuring musical theater, pop, rock, gospel and more. Featuring old friends and new faces from across the Connecticut performing arts scene and a full band, we hope to bring together the New Haven community with the profound message that the arts possess the extraordinary ability to bring light to even the darkest days.

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“Where The Light Lives” will take place June 21st at 2:30 and 7:30 at Congregation Mishkan Israel, 785 Ridge Rd, Hamden, CT. Tickets available at FuseTheatreCT.org - walk-ins also welcome.

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"Where The Light Lives" features Lydia Arachne, Sharelle Bailey, Michael Bimonte, Stephani Buonocore, Juan Manuel Proaño Carpio, David Chevan, Di Ultimate, Noah Golden, Maggi Heilweil, Jenna Labranche, Eizel Magno, Sadie Margolis, Johanna Milani, Tulio Milani, Lara Morton, Omar Sandakly, Ty Scurry, and Erica Wilkins. The concert also features a silent auction with items from Center Stage Theatre, Downtown Cabaret, Fully Promoted, Goodspeed Musicals, Ivoryton Playhouse, Long Wharf Theatre, Legacy Theatre, New England Collision, New Haven Theatre Company, Orange Players, Playhouse on Park, Shoreline Theatre Company, The Kate (courtesy of Honees Honey Soothing Throat Drops), Westport Country Playhouse, Yale Repertory Theatre and more!

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Inspired by the real stories of New Haven apizza pioneers, Family Business: (A)Pizza Play follows the Carbonizatto family’s pizza shop from it’s immigrant beginnings as it passes down over generations. This production explores New Haven’s pizza magic (la magia dell'apizza) from New Haven’s cultural and historic connection to pizza.

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Family Business: (A)Pizza Play is a special collaboration with CitySeed and Sanctuary Kitchen, highlighting New Haven’s food culture, and celebrating the impact of 100 years of immigrant entrepreneurship in New Haven. Performances are at 162 James St., New Haven, future home of CitySeed’s operations, food incubator, and Sanctuary Kitchen.

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THE CARBONIZATTO STORY

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Pizza is a big deal in New Haven. We’re the Pizza Capital of America, after all. A Broken Umbrella Theatre has always wanted to tell the New Haven Apizza story, but not as a biography of any pizzaioli, but as a story of all of them. To do that, they took New Haven’s Apizza people and joined them into the fictionalized Carbonizzatto Family. Carbonizzatto, from the Italian for “carbonized” — a knowing wink to the black-dusted fingers walking out of any apizza shop.

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Last year, in A Slice, we saw multiple generations of the Carbonizzattos throughout history, but always in New Haven and always at their pizza shop. The Carbonizattos struggled from generation to generation as they grappled with what they owe to future Carbonizattos — and what did they owe to those who came before? Because this is part of a larger story, and it’s not just about Apizza, it’s about a family. A Slice was only the seed for this full production, or as Bruno Cantante sings in the show, “One slice don’t make a pie.”

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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-27

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 Kick off summer and the start of Live @ the Factory with us on Saturday, June 21. Bring your lawn chairs for a family-friendly afternoon of band music from the Cheshire Community Band!

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Music from 3-4 pm featuring 30+ of Cheshire's own musicians. 

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Advance (free) registration encouraged to stay in the loop about any late-breaking changes due to weather or circumstances beyond our control. 

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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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PRESENTED BY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF ARTS & IDEAS, YALE SCHWARZMAN CENTER AND NEW HAVEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 

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City of Floating Sounds is an invitation to connect with our surroundings and each other. Experience a shifting soundscape as you journey through the city. Can you find other audience members to create a richer sound? Pushing the boundaries of classical music performance, City of Floating Sounds uses cutting-edge creative technology to take music out into the city. Guided by a bespoke mobile app, make your way through the streets of New Haven listening to fragments of  Huang Ruo’ s meditative new work.As you get closer to the Green – and other audience members – the sound will expand, revealing more parts of the work. An opportunity to explore New Haven in a new light – the path you take and who you meet on your journey can all change what you hear.

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The walking element of the event begins at 6PM from a series of locations approximately a 30 minute walk from the New Haven Green. The concert takes place at New Haven Green at 7PM and lasts 2 hours. The City of Floating Sounds walk requires audiences to download an app. The download link will be released 2 days before the event. Register here to receive the download link straight to your inbox.

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Commissioned by Factory International, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, National Taichung Theater, Taiwan and West Kowloon Cultural District.

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Pushing the boundaries of classical music performance, City of Floating Sounds composed by Huang Ruo, uses cutting-edge creative technology to take music into the city. Guided by a mobile app, members of the community take one of several different walking paths through the streets of New Haven while listening to fragments of Ruo’s meditative work on their phones sans headphones. As the journey begins, participants experience just one section of the orchestra and gradually, more and more instruments and melodies are added as they cross paths and contribute unique strands to the City of Floating Sounds musical arrangement. All paths converge at the New Haven Green where the full score comes to life with an immersive performance by the New Haven Symphony Orchestra conducted by Music Director Perry So. City of Floating Sounds is presented by the New Haven Symphony Orchestra, International Festival of Arts & Ideas, and Yale Schwarzman Center. Commissioned by Factory International, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, National Taichung Theater, Taiwan and West Kowloon Cultural District

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America’s largest interactive comedy murder dinner theatre show is now playing! Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

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Join us for an event that is very different from a traditional mystery dinner show. Our actors are not dressed in costume and are hidden in the audience! This results in a fun, social and interactive evening suitable for all adults.

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Each ticket includes our signature award-winning mystery dinner theatre show, along with a full plated dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of surprises during the show.

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Happens on the following Dates:

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Apr 5, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EDT

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Apr 12, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EDT

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Apr 26, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EDT

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May 10, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EDT

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May 17, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EDT

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Jun 21, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EDT

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Jun 28, 2025, 6:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: EDT

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Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company on the Connecticut shoreline, will present  We’ve Got Magic to Do: The Music of Stephen Schwartz  for four performances from June 20-22 at the MLS theater tent on the grounds of Madison’s historic Deacon John Grave House. 

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Featuring a talented ensemble of eight singers and a live band, the production will showcase beloved songs by the legendary composer behind Wicked, Pippin, Godspell and more.

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This musical celebration pays homage to the Tony Award-winning composer, spotlighting the extensive songbook from both his iconic stage productions and from his acclaimed film scores, including The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Prince of Egypt. 

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With a career spanning over five decades, Stephen Schwartz has crafted a remarkable repertoire of songs such as All Good Gifts, Corner of the Sky, Day by Day, Defying Gravity, For Good, Meadowlark, Magic to Do, Morning Glow, Popular,and many others, which have left an indelible mark on American musical theater.

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 Eastbound Theatre Presents

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You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown

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You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown brings charm, wit, and heart to the audience, It explores life through the eyes of Charlie Brown and his friends in the Peanuts gang. An enchanting revue of songs and vignettes, based on the beloved Charles Schulz comic strip.

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The show opened in New York City on March 7, 1967 and played for 1,597 performances at the theatre 80 St. Marks, with Gary Burghoff (Radar from the *MASH* TV show) in the title role. 

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The play is an average day in the life of Charlie Brown, a day made up of little moments picked from all the days of Charlie Brown, from Valentine’s Day to the baseball season, from wild optimism to utter despair, all mixed in with the lives of his friends (both human and non-human) and strung together on the string of a single day, from bright uncertain morning to hopeful starlit evening.

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“Familiar and fun, this is a show that comforts your nostalgic inner child while welcoming the newer generations with open arms.” – DC Metro Theatre Arts

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By Clark Gesner & John Gordon

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Directed by Nancy A Herman

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Cast

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Charlie Brown Cast

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Charlie Brown ~~~ Matt Simmons of Milford

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Lucy ~~~ Jonna E. Capone of Milford

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Sally ~~~ Eilis Garcia of New Haven

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Schroeder ~~~ Nicholas Nuñez of Stratford

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Linus ~~~ Lindsey Anderson of Milford

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Snoopy ~~~ Alaina McCarvill of Milford

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 Amistad: An opera by Anthony Davis

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Join us for a special highlights performance of Amistad, the groundbreaking opera by Pulitzer Prize-winner Anthony Davis, presented by Connecticut Lyric Opera in collaboration with Discovering Amistad and Harlem Opera Theater. This abridged version brings to life the harrowing yet inspiring true story of the 1839 slave ship rebellion—a pivotal moment in both American and Connecticut history. Featuring compelling narration and stirring music, this event is more than a performance: it’s a springboard for thoughtful community dialogue. After the performance, stay for a moderated discussion as we reflect on how the themes of resistance, justice, and dignity echo in our society today. Be part of this moving blend of art and conversation, and help us explore why Amistad still speaks so urgently to the present moment.

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Inspired by the real stories of New Haven apizza pioneers, Family Business: (A)Pizza Play follows the Carbonizatto family’s pizza shop from it’s immigrant beginnings as it passes down over generations. This production explores New Haven’s pizza magic (la magia dell'apizza) from New Haven’s cultural and historic connection to pizza.

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Family Business: (A)Pizza Play is a special collaboration with CitySeed and Sanctuary Kitchen, highlighting New Haven’s food culture, and celebrating the impact of 100 years of immigrant entrepreneurship in New Haven. Performances are at 162 James St., New Haven, future home of CitySeed’s operations, food incubator, and Sanctuary Kitchen.

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THE CARBONIZATTO STORY

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Pizza is a big deal in New Haven. We’re the Pizza Capital of America, after all. A Broken Umbrella Theatre has always wanted to tell the New Haven Apizza story, but not as a biography of any pizzaioli, but as a story of all of them. To do that, they took New Haven’s Apizza people and joined them into the fictionalized Carbonizzatto Family. Carbonizzatto, from the Italian for “carbonized” — a knowing wink to the black-dusted fingers walking out of any apizza shop.

​

Last year, in A Slice, we saw multiple generations of the Carbonizzattos throughout history, but always in New Haven and always at their pizza shop. The Carbonizattos struggled from generation to generation as they grappled with what they owe to future Carbonizattos — and what did they owe to those who came before? Because this is part of a larger story, and it’s not just about Apizza, it’s about a family. A Slice was only the seed for this full production, or as Bruno Cantante sings in the show, “One slice don’t make a pie.”

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 Long Days

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June 12-19

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By Gabe Mckinley

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World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."

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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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Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission EXCEPT Saturday, June 7; Friday, July 4 (Independence Day); Thursday, November 27 (Thanksgiving Day); Wednesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve); and Thursday, December 25 (Christmas Day).

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In remembrance of Pope Francis, who passed on April 21, 2025, the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is honored to present this exhibit illustrating the pope’s outreach to the peripheries during his 47 international trips.

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Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/francis-pope-of-the-peripheries/

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Dive into the world of metalworking with the Bridgeport Manual Mill class, where safety meets the art of basic metal milling operations. This class equips participants with the essential skills to master the Bridgeport Mill, a standard manual knee-type vertical milling machine, while creating a functional and stylish project: a pair of metal 6-sided dice.

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What to Expect:

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In this comprehensive class, participants will learn to operate the Bridgeport Mill while gaining experience through a guided project. Topics covered include identifying the locations and functions of safety mechanisms, efficient installation and removal of cutting tools, proper clamping procedures, startup and speed selection sequences, accurate squaring of the machine's vise, and referencing the Machinists Handbook for tool selection, cutting speeds, and feeds.

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Workshop Highlights:

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• Safety First : Master the use of safety mechanisms, including the milling machine's E-stop, to ensure a secure working environment.

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• Tool Mastery : Learn the art of swiftly installing and removing cutting tools, understanding proper clamping procedures, and selecting the right tools for the job.

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• Startup Sequences : Navigate startup and speed selection sequences for optimal milling performance.

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• Precision Techniques : Achieve accurate and safe squaring of the machine's vise and learn minor procedures for successful manual milling.
• Hands-on Project : Apply your new skills to mill your own pair of custom metal 6-sided dice, a perfect beginner-friendly project that combines creativity and precision.

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• Problem-solving Skills : Discover techniques to salvage a part in case of mistakes or incorrect dimensions, ensuring a successful milling operation.

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Prerequisite:

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Participants must watch the following two videos before the class:

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Bridgeport Vertical Milling Machine Basics

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Metalworking Metrology

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

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Who Should Attend:

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This class is open to individuals with no previous experience, providing a welcoming entry point into the world of manual milling.

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Badge Earned:

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Upon successful completion of this class and the online badging process, MakeHaven members will earn Bridgeport badge. Please allow 3-4 days for the update to appear on your profile.

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Instructor: Brandon DaSilva

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Workshop Ticket Fee::

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Standard Public Ticket: $232.00

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MakeHaven Members: $198.00

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/civicrm/event/participant?reset=1&id=500

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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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An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty

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 Explore the Charm of Yesteryear at Shore Line Trolley Museum!

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Spend an hour, spend the day – embark on a nostalgic journey with the Shore Line Trolley Museum! Open for visitors, our museum offers enchanting trolley rides and captivating tours that transport you back in time. Purchase your tickets online or at the door and enjoy unlimited access throughout the day!

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Ticket Prices:

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• $13 for Adults
• $12 for Folks 62+
• $10 for Children
• Kids under 2 ride FREE!

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Please note that special events may have different pricing.

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  Operating Hours:  11 AM – 3 PM, Wed-Sun with trolley cars departing every hour. Our volunteer trolley operators will guide you through the oldest suburban street railway in the U.S.A. – a National Historic District that opened on July 31, 1900, connecting New Haven with the Connecticut shore line.

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Authentic Trolley Experience:  Step into history as you ride on an authentic antique trolley car. Whether it’s the yellow Connecticut Company trolley capturing old New Haven, the 1923 New Orleans Public Transit trolley, or the semi-open 1904 Brooklyn Rapid Transit trolley, your journey promises a unique experience. We regularly operate trolley cars from New Orleans and Johnstown PA, providing diverse rides depending on weather conditions.

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Witness Restoration in Action:  Marvel at meticulously volunteer-restored display cars and catch a glimpse of our dedicated volunteers working on overhead wires, signals, or tracks. If you’re passionate about preservation, inquire about volunteering opportunities with your tour guide or ticket agent.

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  Membership Benefits:  Consider becoming a member for exclusive advantages if you plan to visit multiple times a year. Ask about our annual membership subscriptions to enhance your museum experience.

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  Take Home a Piece of History:  Don’t forget to stop by our museum store before you leave! Explore a variety of mementos to commemorate your visit.

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Join us for an unforgettable day filled with history, charm, and the joy of trolley rides at Shore Line Trolley Museum. Purchase your tickets now and let the past come alive!

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 An Exhibit of Abstract Watercolor and Mixed Media Assemblages featuring Work by Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler

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Celebrate the summer solstice with an exciting new show at City Gallery. Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler present an exhibit of abstract watercolor landscapes and handmade paper and mixed media assemblages in SOLSTICE, on view from June 6 - June 29. The Opening Reception on Sunday, June 8, 2 p.m. - 4 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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 Hank Paper- NEW INCISIVE MOMENTS, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe- WIDE OPEN,

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& Chris Ferguson- LABORS of LOVE

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The title of Hank Paper's show,  New Incisive Moments,  comes from the phrase that every street photographer knows from Henri Cartier-Bresson, “The Decisive Moment". On the other side of the gallery, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe shows her panorama and composite photographs in  Wide Open. In the North Gallery, Chris Ferguson shows his new body of work,  Labors of Love,  which focuses on portraits and depictions of local people who love the work that they do.

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

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

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What to Expect:

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

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

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

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What to Bring:

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

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

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Our Goal:

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

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

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Instructor: Denise McGillicuddy

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=446&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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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-29

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New Haven Museum educator Rohanna Delossantos will  present, “Make a Plate! Juneteenth Food & Culture for Kids,” at the Pardee-Morris House on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at 2 p.m. Register here for this free family event for kids aged 12 and under. For weather updates check FB/IG or call 203-562-4183. 

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During this special kids’ program, visitors will recreate a pretend feast using paper to make Juneteenth-inspired play food. The “menu” will include red foods (like hibiscus tea and red velvet cake), that are symbolic of power and transformation. Each family will take home a collection of play foods to continue the joyful celebration at home. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on.

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 Hank Paper- NEW INCISIVE MOMENTS, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe- WIDE OPEN,

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& Chris Ferguson- LABORS of LOVE

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The title of Hank Paper's show,  New Incisive Moments,  comes from the phrase that every street photographer knows from Henri Cartier-Bresson, “The Decisive Moment". On the other side of the gallery, Marjorie Gillette Wolfe shows her panorama and composite photographs in  Wide Open. In the North Gallery, Chris Ferguson shows his new body of work,  Labors of Love,  which focuses on portraits and depictions of local people who love the work that they do.

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Hear how music provides solace during the free choral performance “Via Patiens: Music of Hope & Faith.” Join us on Sunday, June 22 at 2pm as Canticum Novum performs songs of refuge, mercy, and love which complements the temporary exhibition "Among the Persecuted and Displaced: Photographs from Iraq & Nigeria."

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Join our volunteer museum educators for an in-depth tour of the museum’s iconic building, designed by modernist architect Louis I. Kahn (1901–1974). 

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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-architecture-ycba-10

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Inspired by the real stories of New Haven apizza pioneers, Family Business: (A)Pizza Play follows the Carbonizatto family’s pizza shop from it’s immigrant beginnings as it passes down over generations. This production explores New Haven’s pizza magic (la magia dell'apizza) from New Haven’s cultural and historic connection to pizza.

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Family Business: (A)Pizza Play is a special collaboration with CitySeed and Sanctuary Kitchen, highlighting New Haven’s food culture, and celebrating the impact of 100 years of immigrant entrepreneurship in New Haven. Performances are at 162 James St., New Haven, future home of CitySeed’s operations, food incubator, and Sanctuary Kitchen.

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THE CARBONIZATTO STORY

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Pizza is a big deal in New Haven. We’re the Pizza Capital of America, after all. A Broken Umbrella Theatre has always wanted to tell the New Haven Apizza story, but not as a biography of any pizzaioli, but as a story of all of them. To do that, they took New Haven’s Apizza people and joined them into the fictionalized Carbonizzatto Family. Carbonizzatto, from the Italian for “carbonized” — a knowing wink to the black-dusted fingers walking out of any apizza shop.

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Last year, in A Slice, we saw multiple generations of the Carbonizzattos throughout history, but always in New Haven and always at their pizza shop. The Carbonizattos struggled from generation to generation as they grappled with what they owe to future Carbonizattos — and what did they owe to those who came before? Because this is part of a larger story, and it’s not just about Apizza, it’s about a family. A Slice was only the seed for this full production, or as Bruno Cantante sings in the show, “One slice don’t make a pie.”

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Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company on the Connecticut shoreline, will present  We’ve Got Magic to Do: The Music of Stephen Schwartz  for four performances from June 20-22 at the MLS theater tent on the grounds of Madison’s historic Deacon John Grave House. 

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Featuring a talented ensemble of eight singers and a live band, the production will showcase beloved songs by the legendary composer behind Wicked, Pippin, Godspell and more.

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This musical celebration pays homage to the Tony Award-winning composer, spotlighting the extensive songbook from both his iconic stage productions and from his acclaimed film scores, including The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Prince of Egypt. 

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With a career spanning over five decades, Stephen Schwartz has crafted a remarkable repertoire of songs such as All Good Gifts, Corner of the Sky, Day by Day, Defying Gravity, For Good, Meadowlark, Magic to Do, Morning Glow, Popular,and many others, which have left an indelible mark on American musical theater.

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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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Kasey Cortez is a multidisciplinary artist exploring the intersection of music, theatre, photography, design, fashion, and installation art. Her creative work is driven by a curiosity about collective culture, the subtleties of human behavior, and the quiet rhythms of everyday life. With nearly a decade of experience as a yoga teacher, Kasey brings mindfulness and intention into every project. Most recently, DJing has become her favorite way to connect, express, and move through the world.

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Complete your Juneteenth holiday weekend with a night of mesmerizing music featuring violin sensations,  Sons of Mystro,  and youth collaborations. Mentored by Black Violin, Sons of Mystro is a musical duo that plays over ten popular music genres. They use their violins to interpret reggae classics, American pop songs, and their creations, accompanied by a DJ & a drummer. They are winners of the Emerging Artist Under 21 Years Old award at IRAWMA (International Reggae and World Music Awards). Curated by  Artsucation ,  Official Juneteenth Coalition of Greater New Haven, and the International Festival of Arts & Ideas.

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This isn’t your typical playground—get ready for a world of creativity!

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At CAW’s playground, students will have access to a rainbow of materials: colored sand, wood, clay, tempera and watercolor paints, markers, tissue paper, and so much more! Using all these supplies, they’ll create amazing projects like masks, paper dolls, animals, birds, insects, portraits, and even imaginary creatures.

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How will they bring their ideas to life? By cutting, folding, stomping, splashing, blending, texturing, painting, and coloring—all while mixing their own one-of-a-kind colors.

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We bet you’ll wish you could join in the fun too!

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

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Bring lions, zebras, elephants, and other animals to life through the magic of Procreate.

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Join us on an exciting and creative journey across the African savannah, where students will sketch, detail, and animate favorite animals in their natural habitats.

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Throughout the class they will develop techniques for quick sketches, designing nature scenes, and creating dynamic animal layouts.

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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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An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty