Greater New Haven Regional Arts Calendar

 Beginner Art Classes for Ages 4–6 at The Giggling Pig New Haven! 

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Is your little one ready to explore their creativity?  In our Beginner Art Class, children ages 4–6 will be introduced to the fundamentals of art — including blending, color, and composition — all in a fun, relaxed, and nurturing environment.

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Each week brings a new project and new techniques to discover! From painting and pastels to mixed media, your child will gain confidence, learn creative problem-solving, and develop their very own artistic style.

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 What to Expect:

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 1-hour guided art class

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 Exploration of different mediums and textures

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 Encouragement of imagination and self-expression

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 A welcoming, supportive space for every child

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 Weekly attendance encouraged but not required — it’s the best way for your young artist to grow!

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 Pre-registration is required — spots fill quickly!

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 Call (203)455-8767 to reserve your spot today or visit www.thegigglingpig.com/new-haven

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Let’s make creativity part of your child’s week! 

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#TheGigglingPigNewHaven #KidsArtClasses #BeginnerArt #CreativeKids #PreschoolActivities #ArtForKids #NewHavenMoms #TheGigglingPig #LittleArtists

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 Intermediate Art Classes for Ages 7–9 at The Giggling Pig New Haven! 

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Is your child ready to take their creativity to the next level? 

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Our Intermediate Art Class is designed for young artists who are eager to explore their own style and dive deeper into artistic techniques and expression.

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In this 1.5-hour class, students will create more detailed artwork, learning to work independently while expressing their unique personality through art. Each week, they’ll explore a variety of mediums — including clay, watercolor, mixed media, acrylic, and tempera — helping them discover what they love most.

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 What to Expect:

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 Guided instruction with room for independent creativity

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 Exploration of multiple mediums and materials

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 Lessons in color theory, composition, and artistic values

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 A supportive environment that builds confidence and skill

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 Held four days a week, this class is perfect for kids who want to grow their art skills while having fun!

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 Weekly attendance encouraged for the best creative growth.

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 Pre-registration required — call to reserve your spot today or visit www.thegigglingpig.com/new-haven

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Give your child the gift of creativity, confidence, and self-expression! 

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#TheGigglingPigNewHaven #KidsArtClass #IntermediateArt #CreativeKids #ArtEducation #YoungArtists #NewHavenMoms #ArtForKids #TheGigglingPig #AfterSchoolArt

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Few poets have inspired as many composers and musicians as William Blake. Join us as the Yale Voxtet enlivens the Library Court with the music of Benjamin Britten, John Tavener, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and other composers who found inspiration in Blake’s words.

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Presented in connection with the Yale Center for British Art’s exhibition William Blake: Burning Bright.

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Free and open to the public.

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This program is presented through the generosity of the Terry F. Green 1969 Fund for British Art and Culture.

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The Yale Voxtet is a group of eight singers from the Yale Institute of Sacred Music who specialize in early music, oratorio, and chamber ensemble under the direction of James Taylor, Professor in the Practice of Voice. The Voxtet performs a variety of programs, tours, and makes recordings as part of the Yale Schola Cantorum.

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The current Voxtet members are Izzy Barbato, M.M. '26; Eden Bartholomew, M.M. '27; Gwendolyn DeLaney, M.M. '27; Sam Denler, M.M. '26; Matthew Dexter, M.M. '26; John Richardson, M.M. '27; Scottie Rogers, M.M. '26; and Lucas Zuehl, M.M. '27.

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View event page

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Contact: Jeff Hazewinkel

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Few poets have inspired as many composers and musicians as William Blake. Join us as the Yale Voxtet enlivens the Library Court with the music of Benjamin Britten, John Tavener, Ralph Vaughan Williams, and other composers who found inspiration in Blake’s words.

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Presented in connection with the Yale Center for British Art’s exhibition William Blake: Burning Bright

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Free and open to the public.

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 Where: kamrDANCE Studio LLC, Corner of Wadsworth Street and Mill Rock Road, Hamden, CT, 06517

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White garage with fence across from tennis courts/Mill Rock Park!

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Drop-in Cost: $25 suggested, $10-25 (sliding scale/pay what you can!)

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Zelle (preferred), Venmo, cash, and checks written out to kamrDANCE Studio LLC accepted

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SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER 2025 SCHEDULE: Sept 4th - Dec 18th

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MONDAYS

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Intermediate 7-8:15 PM ET (w/Zoom option)

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No class: 10/20 (makeup: 10/23)

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THURSDAYS

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Adv beginner/mixed level 5:30-6:45 PM ET (w/Zoom option)

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No class: 9/11 (makeup: 9/15), 10/16 (makeup: 10/13), 11/6 (makeup: 11/10), 11/27 (makeup: 11/24)

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”Makeup” means that whenever there is no Intermediate on a Monday, it will be offered instead on the indicated Thursday. Whenever there is no Adv Beginner on a Thursday, it will instead be offered on the indicated Monday.

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THURSDAYS

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All levels improv jam 6:50-7:20 PM ET (specific dates)

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Dates offered: 9/4, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/30, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18

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*If you take class and then stay for the jam, there is no extra cost. If you come just for the jam, it is a suggested donation of $5-10.

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NEW!: The last Thursday class of each month will specifically focus on improvisation skills for the entire class!

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Dates: 9/25, 10/30, 11/20, 12/18

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No experience or shoes necessary for beginner! Come work on technique, musicality, choreography, and improvisation in a safe and fun environment!

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Alexis is also available for private or small group lessons. If you are interested, please email kamrdanceco@gmail.com

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Hailing from the islands of Java and Bali in the Republic of Indonesia, gamelan music incorporates bronze gongs, a variety of bronze percussion, the rebab (bowed lute), kendhang (drums), gambang (wooden percussion), pesindhèn (vocalist), and gèrong (chorus). The Yale University Gamelan Ensemble presents a performance of music in the Central Javanese style, specifically that of the city of Surakarta and surrounding villages. The concert is modeled on a klenèngan, or a Javanese semiformal gathering to play gamelan music among friends and for the community. These events progress from serene and dignified pieces to more lively and joyful ones. 

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Generously sponsored by the Martin A. Ryerson Lectureship Fund. Offered in conjunction with the exhibition Nusantara: Six Centuries of Indonesian Textiles.  

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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=639&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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Learn basic metalsmithing for making jewelry, developing new skills, or strengthen existing ones. Weekly demonstrations introduce tools and techniques required for working with nonferrous sheet metal and wire. Demonstrations may include sawing, filing, cold-connecting, soldering, surface embellishment, forging, shaping, fold forming, finishing, and patina coloring.

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

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Meatloaf Dinner Hosted by Meriden Turner Society

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The Meriden Turner Society will be hosting a Meatloaf Dinner as part of our Stanley's Kitchen Series on Thu, Nov 20th. This classic dish will be served starting at 7pm with Mashed Potatoes and Corn. The price per dinner is $12, and reservations are required in advance. Reservations can be made by contacting Peter at MeridenTurnerReservations@gmail.com or (260) 341-2542. Stanley's Kitchen Series have become a very popular event at Meriden Turners so be sure to make your reservations early. For more information about this event, please visit our website at http://meridenturnersociety.com/index.php?EventID=Meatloaf+Dinner or Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/events/747081391516520.

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The Meriden Turner Society, founded in 1866 and located in Meriden, CT, is a German American Organization dedicated to the promotion and preservation of German Culture and Traditions through Gemütlichkeit, Traditional Song, Schuhplattler Dance and good food. For more information about The Meriden Turner Society and upcoming events, please visit our Website or visit our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/meridenturnersociety/.

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In celebration of the albums 60th Anniversary, Scott Freiman walks Beatles fans young and old through the creation of Rubber Soul. Learn the stores behind the creation of "Norwegian Wood," "In My Life," "Nowhere Man" and other classic Beatles songs. Scott conducts an educational journey into the creative process of The Beatles performances and recording sessions.

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In October 1965, The Beatles were faced with an impossible task—produce a new album of original music for a Christmas release. Within one month, The Beatles had emerged with what many consider to be one of their greatest albums—Rubber Soul.

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BITCH returns to Cafe Nine!

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Doors at 7p, Show at 8p

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21+

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Bitch is a longstanding queer icon, actress, musician and writer who Yahoo Entertainment called “a feminist force that the world needs now more than ever” when she released “Bitchcraft,” her 9th studio album, on the legendary label Kill Rock Stars in 2022.

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Using songs from “Bitchcraft,” she developed a one woman show, “Hey Bitch!” that has run for two Summer-long residencies in Provincetown, MA. From there, she and her co-writer Margie Zohn rewrote the play and titled it “Bitchcraft: A Musical Play,” which played to rave reviews in an off-Broadway run at Wild Project in February 2025. Whether she is acting in her autobiographical show, or playing a musical concert, Bitch’s shows are colorful, bold, and unforgettable.

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Bitch first achieved notoriety as one half of the queer folk duo Bitch and Animal. The band toured with Ani DiFranco, and released two albums on her label Righteous Babe Records. In the mid 2000s, Bitch went solo, and shared stages with the Indigo Girls, acted in John Cameron Mitchell’s film “Shortbus,” co-wrote a song with Margaret Cho, and produced two albums of her elder and folk hero Ferron. Bitch recently played a role in the audible series “Dykes To Watch Out For” by Alison Bechdel (Fun Home).

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Most recently, Bitch launched a multi-media comedy project, One Long Earring, (think Lesbian Spinal Tap) with Faith Soloway (Transparent, Second City), that debuted to sold out audiences in July 2025.

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“Bitchcraft is a masterpiece,”-- Amy Ray (Indigo Girls)

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“The legendary queer icon is back” Bust Magazine

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“There’s no stopping her now” LA Weekly

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 In Pegasus Gallery and The Niche:

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November 14, 2025 – January 23, 2026

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Opening Reception on Tuesday November 18, 4:30-6:30pm at Pegasus Gallery.

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Chip Rutan photographs the lower Connecticut River Valley and shoreline.  His images depict locations he has known since childhood, and captures the momentary and transient nature of place, memory, and of home.

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Photographs in Rutan’s “Space and Time” series were initially created with a Polaroid film camera between 2022 and 2023. The resulting images were digitally scanned, edited, and reprinted, while retaining the distinctly imperfect visual qualities of the Polaroid media.  His human subjects were photographed from afar, so their likeness is impossible to discern, yet each composition contains a nostalgic and psychologically charged atmosphere of familiarity. Subjects walk along the beach, lounge, swim, and in many works, they appear to blur into the haze of dominant horizon lines. Rutan describes his photographs best as “ephemeral and dreamlike… portal(s) to a simpler time and place.” 

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Rutan lives in Old Saybrook, and has exhibited his photographs regionally and nationally. He holds an MFA in Visual Art from Vermont College of Fine Arts, an MBA from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (at Hartford), and a BA in Mathematics from the University of New Haven. See more of Rutan’s work on his website at: https://www.chiprutan.com

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Pegasus Gallery is located within the library on the first floor of Chapman Hall.

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Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. when classes are in session. Winter break hours are Mondays-Fridays 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

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The Niche is in Founders Hall across from the Registrar’s Office, Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fridays 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

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

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

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Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed toe shoes.

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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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The Guilford Art Center’s annual Holiday Expo returns November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026, offering an extraordinary selection of handcrafted gifts from hundreds of local and regional artists and makers.

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For the season, the GAC Shop doubles in size, filling both the shop and the gallery space with one-of-a-kind treasures: jewelry, home goods, clothing, accessories, ornaments, specialty foods, and more. Each piece is handmade with care, making the gift as unique as the person receiving it.

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 New this year, the Holiday Expo will also feature a special section of work by members of the Lyme Artisans Guild , known for their exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to preserving traditional techniques. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase their beautiful, locally made creations alongside other Holiday Expo artists. The Guild’s mission closely aligns with GAC’s, making for an exciting seasonal partnership.

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 “The Holiday Expo is a celebration of creativity and community,” says Maureen Belden, Executive Director of Guilford Art Center. “When you shop here, you’re not just finding a beautiful, handmade gift—you’re supporting local artists, investing in their livelihoods, and helping to sustain the arts in our region. Every purchase makes a difference.”

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 Lyme Artisans Guild President Carol Stanland adds, “Handcrafts are very much about community and making connections with people in a community, making any acquisition more meaningful than it would otherwise be. We at LAG very much enjoy sharing our process as well as our products. Knowledge about process gives our products depth.”

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 New items arrive throughout the season, so there’s always something fresh to discover. Personal shoppers are available to help with selections, and businesses can arrange custom gift packages for employees.

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• November 14: Opening Reception, 5–7pm
• November 15: Egyptian Coil Chaining Demo (for wire jewelry) with Michelle Pearson
• November 22: Gel Printing on Paper Demo with Barbara Eaglesham
• December 13: Color and Pattern Matching in Fabric Design Demo with Carol Stanland

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 Proceeds benefit the artists and fund Guilford Art Center’s educational and community programs.

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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  Location: Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, Guilford, CT

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More information: www.guilfordartcenter.org | facebook.com/guilfordartcenter

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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The Guilford Art Center’s annual Holiday Expo returns November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026, offering an extraordinary selection of handcrafted gifts from hundreds of independent artists and makers. The community is invited to the free Opening Reception event on Friday, Nov 14 from 5-7pm.

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For the season, the GAC Shop doubles in size, filling both the shop and the gallery space with one-of-a-kind treasures: jewelry, home goods, clothing, accessories, ornaments, specialty foods, and more. Each piece is handmade with care, making the gift as unique as the person receiving it.

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New this year, the Holiday Expo will also feature a special section of work by members of the Lyme Artisans Guild , known for their exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to preserving traditional techniques. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase their beautiful, locally made creations alongside other Holiday Expo artists. The Guild’s mission closely aligns with GAC’s, making for an exciting seasonal partnership.

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“The Holiday Expo is a celebration of creativity and community,” says Maureen Belden, Executive Director of Guilford Art Center. “When you shop here, you’re not just finding a beautiful, handmade gift—you’re supporting local artists, investing in their livelihoods, and helping to sustain the arts in our region. Every purchase makes a difference.”

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Lyme Artisans Guild President Carol Stanland adds, “Handcrafts are very much about community and making connections with people in a community, making any acquisition more meaningful than it would otherwise be. We at LAG very much enjoy sharing our process as well as our products. Knowledge about process gives our products depth.”

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New items arrive throughout the season, so there’s always something fresh to discover. Personal shoppers are available to help with selections, and businesses can arrange custom gift packages for employees.

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Events:

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• November 14: Opening Reception, 5–7pm
• November 15: Egyptian Coil Chaining Demo (for wire jewelry) with Michelle Pearson
• November 22: Gel Printing on Paper Demo with Barbara Eaglesham
• December 13: Color and Pattern Matching in Fabric Design Demo with Carol Stanland

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Proceeds benefit the artists and fund Guilford Art Center’s educational and community programs.

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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Location: Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, Guilford, CT

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More information: www.guilfordartcenter.org | facebook.com/guilfordartcenter

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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Exhibit Hours:

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Wednesday – Friday, 10 am to 5 pm, Saturday, 12 to 5 pm.

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From Frank Pepe’s original hat to celebrity-signed pizza boxes (including Gwyneth Paltrow and Yogi Berra!), if you love the crust, the crunch and the char of New Haven apizza, or simply have strong views on what comprises a good pie, you’ll find something to feed your personal pizza passion in the new exhibit “Pronounced Ah-Beetz,” open now at the New Haven Museum (NHM) through October 2027.

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“Pronounced Ah-Beetz” examines the fun, the flavor and the history of pizza, including its origin as an affordable means of feeding workers in the fields of Italy, and how it became the food of the poor in the U.S. The Italian migration to New Haven gave way to Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria Napoletana, which gave birth to Sally’s Apizza, while a mile away Tony’s Apizza became Modern. How these three establishments became among the most iconically loved pizza restaurants in the country is a major focus.

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While the exhibit highlights the “Big 3” original apizza spots in New Haven, it also extends through the family tree of New Haven pizzerias to present a picture of family, food and community that includes a host of other local pizzerias, including: Ernie’s, Zuppardi’s, BAR, Zeneli’s, Olde World, and the Big Green Pizza Truck, among others.

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

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For centuries people around the world have celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ and numerous traditions have been incorporated into the Christmas season. Advent calendars, Christmas trees, and the display of the crèche, the three-dimensional representation of the Nativity scene, are just a few of these traditions. These traditions also incorporate other important Christian figures and events in Christ’s life, such as St. Nicholas Day and the Feast of the Epiphany.

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This Christmas, the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center presents the exhibit, The Spirit of Christmas, which features crèches and other artwork from around the globe celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and traditions and feast days during the season.

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Enjoy the Christmas season at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center through this exhibit, the supplemental exhibit Away in a Manger and a variety of programs, including our annual Christmastime Family Day. Discover more of our offerings at https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/

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Make the following offerings a part of your family’s holiday tradition!

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

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Many crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the Nativity scene, feature a diversity of settings and stable designs — the most common of which is an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

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This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights a handful of works whose settings have been customized for the figures they contain. One of these is the Neapolitan, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, by Cantone and Costabile of Naples, Italy. In addition, a brand-new crèche will be featured in this exhibit: The Nativity at New Haven's St. Mary’s Church, designed by US-based Navidad Nativities, Inc., with figures made in Italy by Original Heide.

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 Husband and Wife Team Up for LIFETIME/LIFELINE: A Collaboration at City Gallery

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For more than 60 years, Roberta Friedman and Stanley Friedman have created memories — literally and in their respective artwork. LIFETIME/LIFELINE: A COLLABORATION is an exhibit of their complementary works and will be on view from October 31- November 30. There will be an Opening Reception on Sunday, November 2 from 2-5 p.m., and an Artists’ Talk and demonstration of creating an encaustic monotype on Sunday, November 16 at 2 p.m. City Gallery is

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located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday,

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12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For further information please contact City

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

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 EVER / AFTER

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Marion Belanger and Martha Willette Lewis (Collaborators)

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October 30 - December 8, 2025

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Located in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

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Opening Reception on Thursday, October 30th from 4-7PM

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

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 Ever/After is a collaborative multimedia art project that consists of photographs by Marion Belanger and ink paintings and collage by Martha Willette Lewis. This visual dialogue grew from their shared state of unease and concern regarding the climate/environmental crisis. Belanger makes photographs in the field and prints them on lightweight but durable rice paper that Lewis then soaks, stains, tears and paints upon. The added stress upon the photographic image (some which have already been altered by double exposure and intentional abstraction) symbolically references the damages and disturbances such as extreme storms, forest fires and extinctions that are now so evident in daily life. Manipulated, gilded, stained and torn, the works become artifacts bearing the impact of human touch, just as the land itself does. Fragile and beautiful, Ever/After is a visual lament for the seepages, shifts, losses, extinctions, and extractions made by humankind.  

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Belanger and Lewis have been collaborating since 2016. They created the permanent installation Insects & Plants: Excavating the Archive at the Connecticut Agricultural Experimental Station in New Haven. The Underneath, an immersive multi-media installation was commissioned by Artspace in 2016. Ever/ After is an ongoing series regarding the threatened environment, and Strange and Beautiful Sound is recent work centered on the coastline of Long Island Sound. 

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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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 Tuesday, November 25, 4:30 – 6:00 pm: Receiving

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Tuesday, December 9, 7:00 – 9:00 pm: Reception and Awards

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Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 4:30 – 6:00 pm: Pick Up

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The juror is  Heidi Harrington.

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Registration, submission of images, and payment must be completed on line. Each piece of artwork must be entered separately. Entry is a 2 step process; registration (with a digital image) and payment of the entry fee. Hamden Art League website. https://www.hamdenartleague.org/join--pay.html   See the prospectus for rules regarding medium, size, hanging, prior entries, etc.

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 Beginner Art Classes for Ages 4–6 at The Giggling Pig New Haven! 

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Is your little one ready to explore their creativity?  In our Beginner Art Class, children ages 4–6 will be introduced to the fundamentals of art — including blending, color, and composition — all in a fun, relaxed, and nurturing environment.

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Each week brings a new project and new techniques to discover! From painting and pastels to mixed media, your child will gain confidence, learn creative problem-solving, and develop their very own artistic style.

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 What to Expect:

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 1-hour guided art class

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 Exploration of different mediums and textures

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 Encouragement of imagination and self-expression

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 A welcoming, supportive space for every child

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 Weekly attendance encouraged but not required — it’s the best way for your young artist to grow!

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 Pre-registration is required — spots fill quickly!

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 Call (203)455-8767 to reserve your spot today or visit www.thegigglingpig.com/new-haven

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Let’s make creativity part of your child’s week! 

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#TheGigglingPigNewHaven #KidsArtClasses #BeginnerArt #CreativeKids #PreschoolActivities #ArtForKids #NewHavenMoms #TheGigglingPig #LittleArtists

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 Intermediate Art Classes for Ages 7–9 at The Giggling Pig New Haven! 

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Is your child ready to take their creativity to the next level? 

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Our Intermediate Art Class is designed for young artists who are eager to explore their own style and dive deeper into artistic techniques and expression.

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In this 1.5-hour class, students will create more detailed artwork, learning to work independently while expressing their unique personality through art. Each week, they’ll explore a variety of mediums — including clay, watercolor, mixed media, acrylic, and tempera — helping them discover what they love most.

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 What to Expect:

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 Guided instruction with room for independent creativity

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 Exploration of multiple mediums and materials

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 Lessons in color theory, composition, and artistic values

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 A supportive environment that builds confidence and skill

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 Held four days a week, this class is perfect for kids who want to grow their art skills while having fun!

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 Weekly attendance encouraged for the best creative growth.

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 Pre-registration required — call to reserve your spot today or visit www.thegigglingpig.com/new-haven

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Give your child the gift of creativity, confidence, and self-expression! 

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#TheGigglingPigNewHaven #KidsArtClass #IntermediateArt #CreativeKids #ArtEducation #YoungArtists #NewHavenMoms #ArtForKids #TheGigglingPig #AfterSchoolArt

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 Advanced Art Classes for Ages 8–16 at The Giggling Pig New Haven! 

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Ready to take your child’s creativity to the next level? 

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Our Advanced Art Class is designed for young artists who are eager to refine their skills, explore new techniques, and express their individuality through art.

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In this 2-hour class, students will dive deeper into artistic principles such as composition, perspective, value, and color theory, while working with a variety of mediums — including acrylic, watercolor, clay, charcoal, and mixed media.

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Each session offers the perfect balance of guided instruction and independent creativity, helping students develop confidence, technique, and their own artistic style.

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 What to Expect:

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 In-depth lessons on advanced art techniques

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 Exploration of professional materials and mediums

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 Encouragement of critical thinking and creative problem-solving

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 A nurturing space for expression, growth, and originality

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 Ages 8–16 | 2-hour class | Held 2 days a week

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 Weekly attendance encouraged for consistent artistic growth

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 Pre-registration required — call to reserve your spot or visit www.thegigglingpig.com/new-haven

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Help your young artist grow their talent and confidence — one masterpiece at a time! 

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#TheGigglingPigNewHaven #AdvancedArt #CreativeKids #ArtForTeens #YoungArtists #ArtEducation #AfterSchoolArt #TheGigglingPig #NewHavenMoms #ArtClass

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CHARLIE BROWN AND THE GREAT PUMPKIN NIGHT!

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Join us for a fun Charlie Brown inspired night! Pizza, music and art! Drop off is 3 hours - parents - go out, get dinner and enjoy a mini break!

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Dress for a mess!

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Drop the kids off and let us entertain them from 5PM-8PM, We will even serve pizza and juice!

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Each child will make a special wreath to proudly hang at home! We will make flowers and decorate with pumpkins and more!

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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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The Rote brings the Fall Tour 2025 to Connecticut for the first time. Join us at Stella Blues in New Haven on Friday, November 21. More info coming soon.

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 Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company and ARTFARM present Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet November 13-15 and 21- 22. All performances will be held at Oddfellows Playhouse, 128 Washington Street, Middletown.

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Romeo and Juliet is a timeless classic that speaks to the courageous and tender hearts of teens, the meddling of families, and the conflicts of ‘us and them.’ It explores young love, grief and delight, misunderstanding, self-harm, and how choices ripple through a community. Sword fighting, Renaissance dance, broken hearts, wordplay, balconies, poison, young love—and some of the most beautiful poetry e’er writ’.

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“The cast of Romeo and Juliet—courageous 14- to 21-year-olds—have leapt into the rich Renaissance world with its bawdy humor, pure innocence, and life-and-death stakes. They’ve immersed themselves in verse, metrical structure and text analysis, fight and dance while revealing their hearts with grace, elegance and truth” says Marcella Trowbridge Director, Romeo & Juliet and Executive Director of ARTFARM. She continues “These brave young souls are encouraged by a supportive team of professional artists helping them grow and shine.” 

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Romeo & Juliet, which features a cast of 15 performers ages 14 -21, is directed by Marcella Trowbridge. Scenic Design is by Dan Schmidt, Costume Design by Christian Milik, Sound Design by Joseph Getter, Choreography by Kaia Monroe, Fight Choreography by Meg Buckner Furtick, Lighting Design by Aaron Westcott, Technical Direction Juan Galan, and Properties Design by Pam Lang.

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Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for kids and students. “Big Hearted Oddfellow” tickets are available for $25 for anyone who really loves and values theater and its impact on the lives of young people. November 13 at 7 pm is a “Pay What You Can” Preview.

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 Performances will be at 7 pm on November 13, 14, 15, 21, 22 @ 7 pm and November 22 @ 1pm. Romeo & Juliet contains mature situations.

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 Milford Arts Council presents

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Low Strung Classical Concert

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Low Strung  is a group of classically trained Yale University musicians turned rock cellists. Founded in 2006 by orchestra alumni, the ensemble performs iconic pop and rock songs—from Queen and The Beatles to Lady Gaga and Beyoncé—all arranged exclusively for twelve cellos. Their mission: to break down barriers between classical tradition and popular culture.

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Since its founding, Low Strung has performed across the United States and around the world, appearing at the  Montreux Jazz Festival  in  Switzerland, Las Vegas’s Aria Resort and Casino , and on tours through  Thailand ,  Singapore ,  Costa Rica ,  China ,  Chicago ,  Atlanta ,  and Los Angeles.

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“The only Standing Room Only Music at the Med we have had and definitely the only double standing ovation ever! … a VERY HARD ACT TO FOLLOW!”   – BECKY MANCUSO-WINDING, MUSIC SUPERVISOR OF FOOTLOOSE AND ROBOTS

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“This radio-ready repertoire is a world away from that of other musical ensembles at Yale.” –  THE YALE DAILY NEWS

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 Advanced Art Classes for Ages 8–16 at The Giggling Pig New Haven! 

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Ready to take your child’s creativity to the next level? 

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Our Advanced Art Class is designed for young artists who are eager to refine their skills, explore new techniques, and express their individuality through art.

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In this 2-hour class, students will dive deeper into artistic principles such as composition, perspective, value, and color theory, while working with a variety of mediums — including acrylic, watercolor, clay, charcoal, and mixed media.

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Each session offers the perfect balance of guided instruction and independent creativity, helping students develop confidence, technique, and their own artistic style.

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 What to Expect:

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 In-depth lessons on advanced art techniques

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 Exploration of professional materials and mediums

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 Encouragement of critical thinking and creative problem-solving

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 A nurturing space for expression, growth, and originality

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 Ages 8–16 | 2-hour class | Held 2 days a week

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 Weekly attendance encouraged for consistent artistic growth

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 Pre-registration required — call to reserve your spot or visit www.thegigglingpig.com/new-haven

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Help your young artist grow their talent and confidence — one masterpiece at a time! 

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#TheGigglingPigNewHaven #AdvancedArt #CreativeKids #ArtForTeens #YoungArtists #ArtEducation #AfterSchoolArt #TheGigglingPig #NewHavenMoms #ArtClass

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 Beginner Art Classes for Ages 4–6 at The Giggling Pig New Haven! 

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Is your little one ready to explore their creativity?  In our Beginner Art Class, children ages 4–6 will be introduced to the fundamentals of art — including blending, color, and composition — all in a fun, relaxed, and nurturing environment.

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Each week brings a new project and new techniques to discover! From painting and pastels to mixed media, your child will gain confidence, learn creative problem-solving, and develop their very own artistic style.

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 What to Expect:

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 1-hour guided art class

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 Exploration of different mediums and textures

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 Encouragement of imagination and self-expression

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 A welcoming, supportive space for every child

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 Weekly attendance encouraged but not required — it’s the best way for your young artist to grow!

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 Pre-registration is required — spots fill quickly!

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 Call (203)455-8767 to reserve your spot today or visit 

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www.thegigglingpig.com/new-haven

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Let’s make creativity part of your child’s week! 

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#TheGigglingPigNewHaven #KidsArtClasses #BeginnerArt #CreativeKids #PreschoolActivities #ArtForKids #NewHavenMoms #TheGigglingPig #LittleArtists

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 Intermediate Art Classes for Ages 7–9 at The Giggling Pig New Haven! 

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Is your child ready to take their creativity to the next level? 

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Our Intermediate Art Class is designed for young artists who are eager to explore their own style and dive deeper into artistic techniques and expression.

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In this 1.5-hour class, students will create more detailed artwork, learning to work independently while expressing their unique personality through art. Each week, they’ll explore a variety of mediums — including clay, watercolor, mixed media, acrylic, and tempera — helping them discover what they love most.

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 What to Expect:

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 Guided instruction with room for independent creativity

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 Exploration of multiple mediums and materials

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 Lessons in color theory, composition, and artistic values

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 A supportive environment that builds confidence and skill

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 Held four days a week, this class is perfect for kids who want to grow their art skills while having fun!

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 Weekly attendance encouraged for the best creative growth.

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 Pre-registration required — call to reserve your spot today or visit www.thegigglingpig.com/new-haven

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Give your child the gift of creativity, confidence, and self-expression! 

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#TheGigglingPigNewHaven #KidsArtClass #IntermediateArt #CreativeKids #ArtEducation #YoungArtists #NewHavenMoms #ArtForKids #TheGigglingPig #AfterSchoolArt

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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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Show up for your creative self this fall with the Saturday Drawing Club. Our theme is illustrate your life! 

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Draw upon personal stories, family recipes, and favorite places while creating and learning about sequential art, with weekly prompts and materials combined with a mix of conversation, creative time, and feedback.

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The Guilford Art Center’s annual Holiday Expo returns November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026, offering an extraordinary selection of handcrafted gifts from hundreds of local and regional artists and makers.

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For the season, the GAC Shop doubles in size, filling both the shop and the gallery space with one-of-a-kind treasures: jewelry, home goods, clothing, accessories, ornaments, specialty foods, and more. Each piece is handmade with care, making the gift as unique as the person receiving it.

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 New this year, the Holiday Expo will also feature a special section of work by members of the Lyme Artisans Guild , known for their exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to preserving traditional techniques. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase their beautiful, locally made creations alongside other Holiday Expo artists. The Guild’s mission closely aligns with GAC’s, making for an exciting seasonal partnership.

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 “The Holiday Expo is a celebration of creativity and community,” says Maureen Belden, Executive Director of Guilford Art Center. “When you shop here, you’re not just finding a beautiful, handmade gift—you’re supporting local artists, investing in their livelihoods, and helping to sustain the arts in our region. Every purchase makes a difference.”

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 Lyme Artisans Guild President Carol Stanland adds, “Handcrafts are very much about community and making connections with people in a community, making any acquisition more meaningful than it would otherwise be. We at LAG very much enjoy sharing our process as well as our products. Knowledge about process gives our products depth.”

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 New items arrive throughout the season, so there’s always something fresh to discover. Personal shoppers are available to help with selections, and businesses can arrange custom gift packages for employees.

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 Events:

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• November 14: Opening Reception, 5–7pm
• November 15: Egyptian Coil Chaining Demo (for wire jewelry) with Michelle Pearson
• November 22: Gel Printing on Paper Demo with Barbara Eaglesham
• December 13: Color and Pattern Matching in Fabric Design Demo with Carol Stanland

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 Proceeds benefit the artists and fund Guilford Art Center’s educational and community programs.

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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  Location: Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, Guilford, CT

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More information: www.guilfordartcenter.org | facebook.com/guilfordartcenter

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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The Guilford Art Center’s annual Holiday Expo returns November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026, offering an extraordinary selection of handcrafted gifts from hundreds of independent artists and makers. The community is invited to the free Opening Reception event on Friday, Nov 14 from 5-7pm.

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For the season, the GAC Shop doubles in size, filling both the shop and the gallery space with one-of-a-kind treasures: jewelry, home goods, clothing, accessories, ornaments, specialty foods, and more. Each piece is handmade with care, making the gift as unique as the person receiving it.

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New this year, the Holiday Expo will also feature a special section of work by members of the Lyme Artisans Guild , known for their exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to preserving traditional techniques. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase their beautiful, locally made creations alongside other Holiday Expo artists. The Guild’s mission closely aligns with GAC’s, making for an exciting seasonal partnership.

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“The Holiday Expo is a celebration of creativity and community,” says Maureen Belden, Executive Director of Guilford Art Center. “When you shop here, you’re not just finding a beautiful, handmade gift—you’re supporting local artists, investing in their livelihoods, and helping to sustain the arts in our region. Every purchase makes a difference.”

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Lyme Artisans Guild President Carol Stanland adds, “Handcrafts are very much about community and making connections with people in a community, making any acquisition more meaningful than it would otherwise be. We at LAG very much enjoy sharing our process as well as our products. Knowledge about process gives our products depth.”

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New items arrive throughout the season, so there’s always something fresh to discover. Personal shoppers are available to help with selections, and businesses can arrange custom gift packages for employees.

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Events:

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• November 14: Opening Reception, 5–7pm
• November 15: Egyptian Coil Chaining Demo (for wire jewelry) with Michelle Pearson
• November 22: Gel Printing on Paper Demo with Barbara Eaglesham
• December 13: Color and Pattern Matching in Fabric Design Demo with Carol Stanland

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Proceeds benefit the artists and fund Guilford Art Center’s educational and community programs.

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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Location: Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, Guilford, CT

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More information: www.guilfordartcenter.org | facebook.com/guilfordartcenter

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

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For centuries people around the world have celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ and numerous traditions have been incorporated into the Christmas season. Advent calendars, Christmas trees, and the display of the crèche, the three-dimensional representation of the Nativity scene, are just a few of these traditions. These traditions also incorporate other important Christian figures and events in Christ’s life, such as St. Nicholas Day and the Feast of the Epiphany.

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This Christmas, the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center presents the exhibit, The Spirit of Christmas, which features crèches and other artwork from around the globe celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and traditions and feast days during the season.

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Enjoy the Christmas season at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center through this exhibit, the supplemental exhibit Away in a Manger and a variety of programs, including our annual Christmastime Family Day. Discover more of our offerings at https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/

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Make the following offerings a part of your family’s holiday tradition!

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

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Many crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the Nativity scene, feature a diversity of settings and stable designs — the most common of which is an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

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This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights a handful of works whose settings have been customized for the figures they contain. One of these is the Neapolitan, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, by Cantone and Costabile of Naples, Italy. In addition, a brand-new crèche will be featured in this exhibit: The Nativity at New Haven's St. Mary’s Church, designed by US-based Navidad Nativities, Inc., with figures made in Italy by Original Heide.

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This free program is for families with children aged five to twelve with autism or other sensory processing differences. Participants engage with artwork in the galleries and create a hands-on project in a museum classroom. Fun for parents, caregivers, siblings, and other relatives, too! Registration required. 

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This program is conducted by the Education department at the Yale Center for British Art and was developed in consultation with the Yale Child Study Center. 

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Register

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To join us for this program, please register here. 

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To learn more, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/exploring-art-ism-printshop

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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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Ryan Jones, a 24-year-old New Haven resident and founder of Young Black America LLC, is excited to announce #FeedTheStreets , a community event taking place on November 22, 2025, in memory of his uncle, David "Beaver" Darden. The event will run from 11AM to 3PM at 169 East St., New Haven, CT.

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FeedTheStreets is an annual charity event that aims to support those in need by providing free essential items, including canned goods, turkeys, chickens, fresh produce, diapers, and personal hygiene products such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, and deodorant. This initiative seeks to uplift our community during the holiday season, ensuring that everyone has access to nourishing food and basic necessities.

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Community members are encouraged to participate and help spread the word. For those interested in making a difference, monetary donations can be made through the " #FeedTheStreets" tab on our website, yballc.com. Additionally, individuals wishing to donate food and hygiene items may coordinate a pickup of collected goods by contacting us directly:

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• phone: 203-829-2047
• email: youngblackamerica12@gmail.com

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Join us for a day of giving and community spirit as we come together to #FeedTheStreets. Our aim is to “Change the world one hood at a time”. We look forward to seeing you there! God Bless!

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 Husband and Wife Team Up for LIFETIME/LIFELINE: A Collaboration at City Gallery

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For more than 60 years, Roberta Friedman and Stanley Friedman have created memories — literally and in their respective artwork. LIFETIME/LIFELINE: A COLLABORATION is an exhibit of their complementary works and will be on view from October 31- November 30. There will be an Opening Reception on Sunday, November 2 from 2-5 p.m., and an Artists’ Talk and demonstration of creating an encaustic monotype on Sunday, November 16 at 2 p.m. City Gallery is

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located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday,

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12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For further information please contact City

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

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Exhibit Hours:

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Wednesday – Friday, 10 am to 5 pm, Saturday, 12 to 5 pm.

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From Frank Pepe’s original hat to celebrity-signed pizza boxes (including Gwyneth Paltrow and Yogi Berra!), if you love the crust, the crunch and the char of New Haven apizza, or simply have strong views on what comprises a good pie, you’ll find something to feed your personal pizza passion in the new exhibit “Pronounced Ah-Beetz,” open now at the New Haven Museum (NHM) through October 2027.

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“Pronounced Ah-Beetz” examines the fun, the flavor and the history of pizza, including its origin as an affordable means of feeding workers in the fields of Italy, and how it became the food of the poor in the U.S. The Italian migration to New Haven gave way to Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria Napoletana, which gave birth to Sally’s Apizza, while a mile away Tony’s Apizza became Modern. How these three establishments became among the most iconically loved pizza restaurants in the country is a major focus.

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While the exhibit highlights the “Big 3” original apizza spots in New Haven, it also extends through the family tree of New Haven pizzerias to present a picture of family, food and community that includes a host of other local pizzerias, including: Ernie’s, Zuppardi’s, BAR, Zeneli’s, Olde World, and the Big Green Pizza Truck, among others.

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 EVER / AFTER

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Marion Belanger and Martha Willette Lewis (Collaborators)

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October 30 - December 8, 2025

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Located in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

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Opening Reception on Thursday, October 30th from 4-7PM

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

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 Ever/After is a collaborative multimedia art project that consists of photographs by Marion Belanger and ink paintings and collage by Martha Willette Lewis. This visual dialogue grew from their shared state of unease and concern regarding the climate/environmental crisis. Belanger makes photographs in the field and prints them on lightweight but durable rice paper that Lewis then soaks, stains, tears and paints upon. The added stress upon the photographic image (some which have already been altered by double exposure and intentional abstraction) symbolically references the damages and disturbances such as extreme storms, forest fires and extinctions that are now so evident in daily life. Manipulated, gilded, stained and torn, the works become artifacts bearing the impact of human touch, just as the land itself does. Fragile and beautiful, Ever/After is a visual lament for the seepages, shifts, losses, extinctions, and extractions made by humankind.  

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Belanger and Lewis have been collaborating since 2016. They created the permanent installation Insects & Plants: Excavating the Archive at the Connecticut Agricultural Experimental Station in New Haven. The Underneath, an immersive multi-media installation was commissioned by Artspace in 2016. Ever/ After is an ongoing series regarding the threatened environment, and Strange and Beautiful Sound is recent work centered on the coastline of Long Island Sound. 

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Elmseed Consulting, Yale’s 501(c)(3) nonprofit supporting New Haven businesses, is now hosting free drop-in Office Hours at the New Haven Free Public Library! Visitors will be able to stop by The Exchange at the NHFPL during Office Hours every Saturday for one-on-one research support on strategy, marketing, funding, and more!

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Are you a Meriden area author? Apply to be one of the authors for our  Local Author Book Fair  on  Saturday, November 22nd  from  1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

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This is a chance for readers to connect with local authors, learn about new titles, and purchase signed copies of books. It’s also an opportunity for authors to gain exposure while showcasing their work in a friendly, relaxed setting. The event is open to all Connecticut authors, with preference given to authors from Meriden and the surrounding towns. Authors are responsible for supplying and selling their own books.

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The event is scheduled for  Saturday, November 22nd from 1:00 pm – 4:00 p.m.  Set-up will take place from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

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Please complete this short application for consideration. Applications can be submitted online or at the Visitors Services Desk at the Meriden Public Library, 105 Miller St., Meriden CT 06450.

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Applications for the Meriden Public Library Author Book Fair are due by September 15th. 

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Selected authors will be notified of acceptance by  September 30th. 

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 Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company and ARTFARM present Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet November 13-15 and 21- 22. All performances will be held at Oddfellows Playhouse, 128 Washington Street, Middletown.

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Romeo and Juliet is a timeless classic that speaks to the courageous and tender hearts of teens, the meddling of families, and the conflicts of ‘us and them.’ It explores young love, grief and delight, misunderstanding, self-harm, and how choices ripple through a community. Sword fighting, Renaissance dance, broken hearts, wordplay, balconies, poison, young love—and some of the most beautiful poetry e’er writ’.

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“The cast of Romeo and Juliet—courageous 14- to 21-year-olds—have leapt into the rich Renaissance world with its bawdy humor, pure innocence, and life-and-death stakes. They’ve immersed themselves in verse, metrical structure and text analysis, fight and dance while revealing their hearts with grace, elegance and truth” says Marcella Trowbridge Director, Romeo & Juliet and Executive Director of ARTFARM. She continues “These brave young souls are encouraged by a supportive team of professional artists helping them grow and shine.” 

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Romeo & Juliet, which features a cast of 15 performers ages 14 -21, is directed by Marcella Trowbridge. Scenic Design is by Dan Schmidt, Costume Design by Christian Milik, Sound Design by Joseph Getter, Choreography by Kaia Monroe, Fight Choreography by Meg Buckner Furtick, Lighting Design by Aaron Westcott, Technical Direction Juan Galan, and Properties Design by Pam Lang.

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Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for kids and students. “Big Hearted Oddfellow” tickets are available for $25 for anyone who really loves and values theater and its impact on the lives of young people. November 13 at 7 pm is a “Pay What You Can” Preview.

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 Performances will be at 7 pm on November 13, 14, 15, 21, 22 @ 7 pm and November 22 @ 1pm. Romeo & Juliet contains mature situations.

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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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Printmaking is an artform that allows people to enjoy copies of the same picture. Look at the prints in William Blake: Burning Bright and Hew Locke: Passages. Then make multiples of your own artwork to trade with others. 

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To learn more, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/make-time-printing-friends

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This is a fantastic introduction to pottery and a great way to get to know CAW’s studio. Spend your Saturday afternoon in the Creative Arts Workshop pottery studio. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn hand building techniques and be guided through throwing clay on the wheel. You’ll also discover how to embellish your pieces with surface textures and glaze finishes. Come join us and get creative!

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No experience necessary, all levels welcome.

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Join a volunteer museum educator to explore one of the most original and enigmatic figures in British art. William Blake: Burning Bright features the YCBA’s extraordinary Blake holdings, including his illuminated books, watercolors, and hand-colored prints. Discover how Blake fused image and text to express radical ideas about religion, politics, and the human spirit during a time of global upheaval.

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

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 Tuesday, November 25, 4:30 – 6:00 pm: Receiving

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Tuesday, December 9, 7:00 – 9:00 pm: Reception and Awards

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Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 4:30 – 6:00 pm: Pick Up

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The juror is  Heidi Harrington.

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Registration, submission of images, and payment must be completed on line. Each piece of artwork must be entered separately. Entry is a 2 step process; registration (with a digital image) and payment of the entry fee. Hamden Art League website. https://www.hamdenartleague.org/join--pay.html   See the prospectus for rules regarding medium, size, hanging, prior entries, etc.

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Hey CT friends!

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I'm over the moon to be headlining this show in my home state of CT! I've heard amazing things about Lyric Hall, the historic venue.

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Let's sell this place out & have a night for the ages!

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Advance tickets here

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Really pumped for this one - Help me spread the word:)

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much love, Jesse

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When was the last time you witnessed strings, horns, woodwinds and a pianist at a Hip-Hop concert? Add to that a soul songstress, a party rocking DJ and a fire breathing MC and that is still but a fraction of what you'll get when you catch Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra in action.

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Fronted by husband & wife duo  Phantom & Phoenix , The Illharmonic combines the raw energy & passion of Hip-Hop with the beautiful sounds of live orchestral accompaniment.

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Want a taste of what the Illharmonic Orchestra has in store? Watch them perform Back That Azz Up live.

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The Giggling Pig isn't just for kids! Stop in to make a door wreath for the Fall!

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Bring your friends, colleagues, family or come alone! Must RSVP.

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Dress for a mess!

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 Oddfellows Playhouse Teen Repertory Company and ARTFARM present Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet November 13-15 and 21- 22. All performances will be held at Oddfellows Playhouse, 128 Washington Street, Middletown.

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Romeo and Juliet is a timeless classic that speaks to the courageous and tender hearts of teens, the meddling of families, and the conflicts of ‘us and them.’ It explores young love, grief and delight, misunderstanding, self-harm, and how choices ripple through a community. Sword fighting, Renaissance dance, broken hearts, wordplay, balconies, poison, young love—and some of the most beautiful poetry e’er writ’.

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“The cast of Romeo and Juliet—courageous 14- to 21-year-olds—have leapt into the rich Renaissance world with its bawdy humor, pure innocence, and life-and-death stakes. They’ve immersed themselves in verse, metrical structure and text analysis, fight and dance while revealing their hearts with grace, elegance and truth” says Marcella Trowbridge Director, Romeo & Juliet and Executive Director of ARTFARM. She continues “These brave young souls are encouraged by a supportive team of professional artists helping them grow and shine.” 

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Romeo & Juliet, which features a cast of 15 performers ages 14 -21, is directed by Marcella Trowbridge. Scenic Design is by Dan Schmidt, Costume Design by Christian Milik, Sound Design by Joseph Getter, Choreography by Kaia Monroe, Fight Choreography by Meg Buckner Furtick, Lighting Design by Aaron Westcott, Technical Direction Juan Galan, and Properties Design by Pam Lang.

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Tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for kids and students. “Big Hearted Oddfellow” tickets are available for $25 for anyone who really loves and values theater and its impact on the lives of young people. November 13 at 7 pm is a “Pay What You Can” Preview.

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 Performances will be at 7 pm on November 13, 14, 15, 21, 22 @ 7 pm and November 22 @ 1pm. Romeo & Juliet contains mature situations.

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Dark Star Orchestra

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Saturday November 22, 2025

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@ College Street Music Hall

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6:30PM Doors / All Ages

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Tickets on sale NOW: https://found.ee/dso1122nhv

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Premier Concerts and Manic Presents:

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DARK STAR ORCHESTRA

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Performing to critical acclaim for over 20 years and over 3000 shows, Dark Star Orchestra continues the Grateful Dead live concert experience. Their shows are built off the Dead's extensive catalog and the talent of these seven fine musicians. On any given night, the band will perform a show based on a set list from the Grateful Dead's 30 years of extensive touring or use their catalog to program a unique set list for the show. This allows fans both young and old to share in the experience. By recreating set lists from the past, and by developing their own sets of Dead songs, Dark Star Orchestra offers a continually evolving artistic outlet within this musical canon. Honoring both the band and the fans, Dark Star Orchestra's members seek out the unique style and sound of each era while simultaneously offering their own informed improvisations.

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Dark Star Orchestra offers much more than the sound of the Grateful Dead, they truly encapsulate the energy and the experience. It's about a sense of familiarity. It's about a feeling that grabs listeners and takes over. It's about that contagious energy...in short, it's about the complete experience and consistent quality show that the fan receives when attending a Dark Star Orchestra show.

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Dark Star Orchestra has performed throughout the entire United States, including a sold out debut at Colorado’s Red Rocks Park & Amphitheater, plus shows in Europe and the Caribbean with the band touching down in seven different countries. DSO continues to grow its fan base by playing at larger venues for two and even three-night stands, as well as performing at major music festivals including Bonnaroo, Milwaukee's SummerFest, The Peach Music Festival, Jam Cruise, Wanee Festival, SweetWater 420 Festival, Mountain Jam, and many more.

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In addition to appearing at some of the nation's top festival, Dark Star Orchestra hosts its own annual music festival and campaign gathering, titled the "Dark Star Jubilee", currently in its eighth year where DSO headline all three nights and are joined by a mix of established and up and coming national touring acts. Beyond the shores of the United States, DSO has taken its internationally-acclaimed Grateful Dead tribute to the beaches of Jamaica in the dead of winter for the past six years, with their event appropriately titled 'Jam in the Sand'. Featuring an ocean-side stage, DSO sets up camp to perform shows for four nights along the tropical sands of an all-inclusive resort, selling out the event each year for hundreds of lucky attendees.

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Fans and critics haven't been the only people caught up in the spirit of a Dark Star show. The band has featured guest performances from six original Grateful Dead members Phil Lesh, Bob Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Vince Welnick, Tom Constanten and even toured with longtime Dead soundman, Dan Healy. Other notable guests have included Mike Gordon and Jon Fishman of Phish, Keller Williams, Warren Haynes, Steve Kimock, Peter Rowan, Ramblin' Jack Elliot and many more.

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"For us it's a chance to recreate some of the magic that was created for us over the years," keyboardist and vocalist Rob Barraco explains. "We offer a sort of a historical perspective at what it might have been like to go to a show in 1985, 1978 or whenever. Even for Deadheads who can say they've been to a hundred shows in the 90s, we offer something they never got to see live."

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Official Website: https://www.darkstarorchestra.net

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 Sunday Club Canvas is in session! 

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Looking for a creative weekend DROP Off activity for your child? Join us for a fun, relaxing painting class — no experience needed!

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 In this 1.5-hour class, our friendly staff will guide students step-by-step through a new painting each session. With loose, organic brushstrokes and a no-pressure vibe, everyone leaves with their own masterpiece!

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 Sundays 9:30-11AM

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 Techniques you can practice at home

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 Attend weekly, monthly, or just once in a while — it’s up to you!

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 $25 per class | Discounted class packs available

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 Classes run year-round

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 Pre-registration is required – call or register online today to save your spot!

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https://www.thegigglingpig.com/newhaven-club-canvas

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 Let your weekend creativity shine with Sunday Club Canvas!

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#TheGigglingPig #SundayClubCanvas #FamilyArtClass #PaintAndRelax #CreativeKids #WeekendFun #NewHavenArts #GigglingPigNewHaven

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

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For centuries people around the world have celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ and numerous traditions have been incorporated into the Christmas season. Advent calendars, Christmas trees, and the display of the crèche, the three-dimensional representation of the Nativity scene, are just a few of these traditions. These traditions also incorporate other important Christian figures and events in Christ’s life, such as St. Nicholas Day and the Feast of the Epiphany.

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This Christmas, the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center presents the exhibit, The Spirit of Christmas, which features crèches and other artwork from around the globe celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ and traditions and feast days during the season.

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Enjoy the Christmas season at the Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center through this exhibit, the supplemental exhibit Away in a Manger and a variety of programs, including our annual Christmastime Family Day. Discover more of our offerings at https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/

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Make the following offerings a part of your family’s holiday tradition!

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

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Many crèches, the three-dimensional representation of the Nativity scene, feature a diversity of settings and stable designs — the most common of which is an open-front wood structure. However, many artisans model their crèches after buildings and landscapes that are native to their homelands.

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This exhibit includes a variety of crèches that showcase different examples of stables and mangers. In addition, it also highlights a handful of works whose settings have been customized for the figures they contain. One of these is the Neapolitan, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, by Cantone and Costabile of Naples, Italy. In addition, a brand-new crèche will be featured in this exhibit: The Nativity at New Haven's St. Mary’s Church, designed by US-based Navidad Nativities, Inc., with figures made in Italy by Original Heide.

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The Guilford Art Center’s annual Holiday Expo returns November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026, offering an extraordinary selection of handcrafted gifts from hundreds of local and regional artists and makers.

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For the season, the GAC Shop doubles in size, filling both the shop and the gallery space with one-of-a-kind treasures: jewelry, home goods, clothing, accessories, ornaments, specialty foods, and more. Each piece is handmade with care, making the gift as unique as the person receiving it.

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 New this year, the Holiday Expo will also feature a special section of work by members of the Lyme Artisans Guild , known for their exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to preserving traditional techniques. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase their beautiful, locally made creations alongside other Holiday Expo artists. The Guild’s mission closely aligns with GAC’s, making for an exciting seasonal partnership.

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 “The Holiday Expo is a celebration of creativity and community,” says Maureen Belden, Executive Director of Guilford Art Center. “When you shop here, you’re not just finding a beautiful, handmade gift—you’re supporting local artists, investing in their livelihoods, and helping to sustain the arts in our region. Every purchase makes a difference.”

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 Lyme Artisans Guild President Carol Stanland adds, “Handcrafts are very much about community and making connections with people in a community, making any acquisition more meaningful than it would otherwise be. We at LAG very much enjoy sharing our process as well as our products. Knowledge about process gives our products depth.”

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 New items arrive throughout the season, so there’s always something fresh to discover. Personal shoppers are available to help with selections, and businesses can arrange custom gift packages for employees.

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 Events:

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• November 14: Opening Reception, 5–7pm
• November 15: Egyptian Coil Chaining Demo (for wire jewelry) with Michelle Pearson
• November 22: Gel Printing on Paper Demo with Barbara Eaglesham
• December 13: Color and Pattern Matching in Fabric Design Demo with Carol Stanland

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 Proceeds benefit the artists and fund Guilford Art Center’s educational and community programs.

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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  Location: Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, Guilford, CT

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More information: www.guilfordartcenter.org | facebook.com/guilfordartcenter

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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The Guilford Art Center’s annual Holiday Expo returns November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026, offering an extraordinary selection of handcrafted gifts from hundreds of independent artists and makers. The community is invited to the free Opening Reception event on Friday, Nov 14 from 5-7pm.

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For the season, the GAC Shop doubles in size, filling both the shop and the gallery space with one-of-a-kind treasures: jewelry, home goods, clothing, accessories, ornaments, specialty foods, and more. Each piece is handmade with care, making the gift as unique as the person receiving it.

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New this year, the Holiday Expo will also feature a special section of work by members of the Lyme Artisans Guild , known for their exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to preserving traditional techniques. Visitors will have the opportunity to purchase their beautiful, locally made creations alongside other Holiday Expo artists. The Guild’s mission closely aligns with GAC’s, making for an exciting seasonal partnership.

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“The Holiday Expo is a celebration of creativity and community,” says Maureen Belden, Executive Director of Guilford Art Center. “When you shop here, you’re not just finding a beautiful, handmade gift—you’re supporting local artists, investing in their livelihoods, and helping to sustain the arts in our region. Every purchase makes a difference.”

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Lyme Artisans Guild President Carol Stanland adds, “Handcrafts are very much about community and making connections with people in a community, making any acquisition more meaningful than it would otherwise be. We at LAG very much enjoy sharing our process as well as our products. Knowledge about process gives our products depth.”

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New items arrive throughout the season, so there’s always something fresh to discover. Personal shoppers are available to help with selections, and businesses can arrange custom gift packages for employees.

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Events:

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• November 14: Opening Reception, 5–7pm
• November 15: Egyptian Coil Chaining Demo (for wire jewelry) with Michelle Pearson
• November 22: Gel Printing on Paper Demo with Barbara Eaglesham
• December 13: Color and Pattern Matching in Fabric Design Demo with Carol Stanland

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Proceeds benefit the artists and fund Guilford Art Center’s educational and community programs.

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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Location: Guilford Art Center, 411 Church Street, Guilford, CT

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More information: www.guilfordartcenter.org | facebook.com/guilfordartcenter

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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 Husband and Wife Team Up for LIFETIME/LIFELINE: A Collaboration at City Gallery

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For more than 60 years, Roberta Friedman and Stanley Friedman have created memories — literally and in their respective artwork. LIFETIME/LIFELINE: A COLLABORATION is an exhibit of their complementary works and will be on view from October 31- November 30. There will be an Opening Reception on Sunday, November 2 from 2-5 p.m., and an Artists’ Talk and demonstration of creating an encaustic monotype on Sunday, November 16 at 2 p.m. City Gallery is

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located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday,

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12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For further information please contact City

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

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 EVER / AFTER

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Marion Belanger and Martha Willette Lewis (Collaborators)

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October 30 - December 8, 2025

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Located in The Workshop Gallery, Building 3.

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Opening Reception on Thursday, October 30th from 4-7PM

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

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 Ever/After is a collaborative multimedia art project that consists of photographs by Marion Belanger and ink paintings and collage by Martha Willette Lewis. This visual dialogue grew from their shared state of unease and concern regarding the climate/environmental crisis. Belanger makes photographs in the field and prints them on lightweight but durable rice paper that Lewis then soaks, stains, tears and paints upon. The added stress upon the photographic image (some which have already been altered by double exposure and intentional abstraction) symbolically references the damages and disturbances such as extreme storms, forest fires and extinctions that are now so evident in daily life. Manipulated, gilded, stained and torn, the works become artifacts bearing the impact of human touch, just as the land itself does. Fragile and beautiful, Ever/After is a visual lament for the seepages, shifts, losses, extinctions, and extractions made by humankind.  

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Belanger and Lewis have been collaborating since 2016. They created the permanent installation Insects & Plants: Excavating the Archive at the Connecticut Agricultural Experimental Station in New Haven. The Underneath, an immersive multi-media installation was commissioned by Artspace in 2016. Ever/ After is an ongoing series regarding the threatened environment, and Strange and Beautiful Sound is recent work centered on the coastline of Long Island Sound. 

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

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Practice using the machine and then move on to simple projects for yourself or for gift-giving. Participants will learn a variety of machine sewing methods including piecing, applique, quilting, and freehand. Potential projects include art pieces, wall hangings, patchwork, quilt patterns, bags, a zippered pouch, table runner, or pillow cover. Tips for altering clothes can also be covered. Previous students are welcome to attend and work on more advanced projects.

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

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Explore the art of Hew Locke in this docent-led tour focused on the artist’s powerful visual commentary on identity, migration, and history’s enduring impact.

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Join our volunteer museum educators and see three decades of Locke’s work in sculpture, photography, and found materials that the artist uses to question and unravel symbols of empire. Discover how he reimagines the iconography and legacies of colonialism.

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

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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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 The Art of Dreaming - Spectrum Art Gallery Holiday Exhibit Opens November 21

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, 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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Bring your creativity to life by designing and sewing your own stuffed animals! In this four-session series, held Sundays from November 23 through December 14, participants will learn the full process—from stitching and shaping to adding expressive features and personal details. You’ll explore both hand-sewing and basic embroidery techniques while learning how to customize existing patterns to make your creations truly one-of-a-kind.

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This is a 4-part series held on Sundays November 23 - December 14

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What to Expect

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Across four sessions, students will gain confidence in each step of the stuffed animal-making process, with guided instruction and hands-on practice. You’ll start with basic stitches and appliqué, move into embroidery and shaping, and finish with details like horns, fingers, or facial features. By the end, you’ll have the skills to confidently tackle any stuffed animal pattern you pick up.

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Skills You’ll Learn

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• Foundational hand-sewing techniques and decorative stitches

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• Appliqué and simple embroidery for unique detailing

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• Planning and placement for embroidery and embellishments

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• Creating darts and gussets for three-dimensional shaping

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• Adding features such as buttons, horns, and expressive faces

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• Customizing and adapting existing stuffed animal patterns

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What’s Provided

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• All essential tools and materials for class use

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• Pattern templates and reference guides

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• Instruction and creative guidance from the instructor

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Who Should Attend

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Perfect for beginners or anyone interested in soft sculpture and textile art. No prior sewing experience is required—just curiosity and creativity!

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4 sessions held Sundays, November 23 – December 14

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Instructor:  Christina Quinonez

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Workshop Ticket Fee:

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Standard Ticket: $99.00

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MakeHaven Members: 84.00

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=654&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 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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At the heart of this rhythm-driven program is Derrick Skye’s Between Suns, a powerful West African drum concerto that illuminates how African rhythms pulse through classical, jazz, and Latin traditions—echoed in the vibrant energy of Revueltas’ La noche de los Mayas and Gershwin’s An American in Paris. NHSO also proudly welcomes Southern CT State University's Blue Steel Drumline for a special guest performance.

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On the Program

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Derrick Skye  Between Suns (West African Drum Concerto)

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Silvestre Revueltas  La noche de los Mayas

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George Gershwin  An American in Paris

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Featured Performers

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New Haven Symphony Orchestra

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Perry So , conductor & music director

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Brian Jarawa Gray , drums

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Michael Mills , drums

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SCSU Blue Steel Drumline

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Admission

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Tickets to this concert start at $15 for adults.

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Kids under 18 go free with the purchase of an adult ticket.

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College Students are $10.

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A performance by Scott Hartman, Lecturer in Trombone.

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 Tuesday, November 25, 4:30 – 6:00 pm: Receiving

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Tuesday, December 9, 7:00 – 9:00 pm: Reception and Awards

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Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 4:30 – 6:00 pm: Pick Up

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The juror is  Heidi Harrington.