Greater New Haven Regional Arts Calendar

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

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Lessons will cover both functional and decorative pottery with emphasis on classical forms as we know them. Students will be shown how to apply glazes and/or oxide washes to achieve desired results, such as combining glaze colors and the application of wood ash to create unexpected effects on their work. Wear clothes that can get dirty.

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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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 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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In this six-week, hands-on series, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of metalworking through guided projects and practice. You’ll learn the safe use of a MIG welder, angle grinder, and drill press while exploring the basics of shaping and joining steel. By the end of the course, each participant will complete a functional project of their choice—such as a small box with a lid or a broom with a dustpan—while gaining skills that can be applied to future metal fabrication projects.

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This workshop meets Tuesdays, November 4 – December 9, from 6–9 PM.

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What to Expect

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Each session combines demonstrations with hands-on shop time, allowing you to build both confidence and practical skills. You’ll start with shop orientation and safety, then progress into welding, grinding, and cutting exercises. Once you’ve practiced the techniques, you’ll apply them to your own project. The series culminates with finishing work and tips for applying your new skills to future metalworking projects.

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Skills You’ll Acquire

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• Shop safety, PPE use, and etiquette

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• Understanding welding types: stick, MIG, and TIG

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• Setting up and operating a MIG welder (wire spool, gas regulators, machine settings)

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• Welding fundamentals: tacking, seams, and joints

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• Safe use of an angle grinder (disc changes, cutting, grinding)

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• Drill press basics for fabrication projects

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• Applying skills to create a functional final project

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What’s Provided

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• Steel, tools, and shop equipment

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• PPE (helmets, gloves, safety gear)

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• Step-by-step demonstrations and instructor support

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What to Bring

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• Natural fiber clothing (cotton, denim, wool, etc.)

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• Closed-toe shoes 

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• Hair tied back

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• No long jewelry (necklaces, dangling earrings, bracelets)

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Who Should Attend

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This class is open to beginners and those with limited shop experience who want to develop a strong foundation in welding and fabrication.

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Prerequisites/Safety Information

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No prior experience required. Safety instruction will be provided at the start of the course. Participants must be 18+ to attend.

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Instructor: Elli Fotopoulou

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WorkshopTicket Fee:

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Standard Ticket: $524.00

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MakeHaven Members: $445.00

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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=632&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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This six-week course runs Tuesdays, November 4 – December 9, from 6–9 PM.

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Pathway to Trades is a twelve-week pre-apprentice program tailored for individuals looking to start a new career path in the trades industry. Participants choose one of two tracks—Woodworking, or Metalworking— and build a foundation of skills and knowledge to pursue a new career. Through a combination of instructional sessions, shop hours, project-based learning, and guest speaker sessions, participants will receive hands-on experience, practical skills, and industry insights to excel in their chosen trade.

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You will need to join MakeHaven as a member to Participate in this program.The program cost does not include membership. To join MakeHaven go to www.makehaven.org/join.

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Learn more about the program at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=328&reset=1&reset=1

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Event Fee:

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Registration $1,375.00

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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=224&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 Elm City Swing & Blues at our monthly balboa lesson and social dance! Every month, nationally recognized local teachers Lindsay Kelly and Jason Platt will teach a special topic lesson. Balboa lesson is geared towards intermediates. Social dance is all levels.

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Haven't had any experience with Lindy hop, balboa, or any other swing dances? Come to our social, and any of our leadership members would be happy to give you a crash course!

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Schedule:

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7:30 - 8:30pm balboa lesson (adv beg/int)

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8:30 - 10pm social dance (open)

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Sliding scale pricing (please pay what you can)

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Lesson: $10-20

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Dance only: $5-10

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Flint Street Theater at Friends Center for Children is hosting a special free community screening of the Dancing with the Stars finale on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, from 8–10 PM. Our Flint Street campus is housed in the historic former Cine 4 movie theater, where we’ve preserved one of the original theaters as a welcoming community space for events, free movies, and shared experiences.

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This screening is open to the public, RSVP is encouraged, but not required.

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

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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.

​

 “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.”

​

 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.”

​

 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.

​

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

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

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

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 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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 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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In this interdisciplinary class combining printmaking and bookmaking, students will experiment with creating their own artist books from start to finish. We’ll develop and sequence stories, design visuals through relief and linocut printmaking, and learn foundational bookbinding stitches and techniques. Whether you’re interested in making zines, illustrated narratives, or abstract book projects, you’ll have the freedom to make it your own. No experience required!

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

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info@eggymusic.com

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Eggymusic.com

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Eggylivemusic.bandcamp.com

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www.youtube.com/eggylivemusic

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

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

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

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

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Join us every Wednesday for TRIVIA!

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November 27, 2025

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8AM Start

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Rain or Shine

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Savin Rock Conference Center (on the beach side)

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6 Rock St.

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West Haven, CT 06516

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AMENITIES

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• Short sleeve cotton race shirts for all entrants
• LIVE / Text / Email Results
• FREE Finish Line Photos

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AWARDS

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• Custom pint pilsner glass awards
• Top 5 M/F Overall
• Top 5 M/F Age Groups: 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

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WE WILL BE HAVING A FOOD DRIVE FOR "W.H.E.A.T." once again.

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WHEAT is a food pantry serves low-income residents. They include those who are unemployed, underemployed, disabled, seniors on a fixed income, veterans with limited benefits, and children. We currently distribute food to 5,000 households with 1,000 school aged children.

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November 27, 2025

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5K Start 8AM – 1 Mile Walk 8:05AM – Rain or Shine

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AMENITIES

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• LIVE / text / email results
• FREE finish line photos
• Personalized bib if registered 3 weeks in advance
• Bathrooms are located within a few minutes walk from start & finish.
• Hydration will be provided at finish line.
• Refreshments served after the race.
• Top quality T-Shirts to all PRE-REGISTERED participants.
• Ample parking

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AWARDS

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• Trophies to Top 1 M/F Overall
• Medals to Top 3 M/F Age Groups: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
• Finisher Ribbons for Walkers

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BENEFICIARY

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Proceeds to benefit the Rotary Club of Orange. The money we raise goes to food pantries and veterans groups, youth programs, literacy programs, senior care and scholarships.

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DIRECTIONS

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From I-95: Exit 41 – Marsh Hill Road – Orange From New York take left, from New Haven take right. Proceed North on Marsh Hill Road. Go through two lights. Continue straight across Rout 1, Boston Post Rd., and take a left at first stop sign onto Old Tavern Road. Take a right at first light onto Orange Center Road. High Plains Community Center is approximately ½ mile on the right.

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From the Merritt Parkway: Exit 57 – Rt. 34 Derby Ave. Take Route 34 East. Take a right at the first light onto Orange Center Road. High Plains Community Center is 2 miles up on the left.

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November 27, 2025

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8AM Start

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Rain or Shine

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Savin Rock Conference Center (on the beach side)

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6 Rock St.

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West Haven, CT 06516

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AMENITIES

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Short sleeve cotton race shirts for all entrants

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LIVE / Text / Email Results

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FREE Finish Line Photos

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AWARDS

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Custom pint pilsner glass awards

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Top 5 M/F Overall

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Top 5 M/F Age Groups : 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

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WE WILL BE HAVING A FOOD DRIVE FOR "W.H.E.A.T." once again.

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WHEAT is a food pantry serves low-income residents. They include those who are unemployed, underemployed, disabled, seniors on a fixed income, veterans with limited benefits, and children. We currently distribute food to 5,000 households with 1,000 school aged children."

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November 27, 2025

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5K Start 8AM - 1 Mile Walk 8:05AM - Rain or Shine

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AMENITIES

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LIVE / text / email results

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FREE finish line photos

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Personalized bib if registered 3 weeks in advance

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Bathrooms are located within a few minutes walk from start & finish.

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Hydration will be provided at finish line.

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Refreshments served after the race.

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Top quality T-Shirts to all PRE-REGISTERED participants.

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Ample parking

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AWARDS

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Trophies to Top 1 M/F Overall

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Medals to Top 3 M/F Age Groups: 12 & Under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

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Finisher Ribbons for Walkers

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BENEFICIARY

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Proceeds to benefit the Rotary Club of Orange. The money we raise goes to food pantries and veterans groups, youth programs, literacy programs, senior care and scholarships.

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DIRECTIONS From I-95: Exit 41 – Marsh Hill Road - Orange From New York take left, from New Haven take right. Proceed North on Marsh Hill Road. Go through two lights. Continue straight across Rout 1, Boston Post Rd., and take a left at first stop sign onto Old Tavern Road. Take a right at first light onto Orange Center Road. High Plains Community Center is approximately ½ mile on the right. From the Merritt Parkway: Exit 57 – Rt. 34 Derby Ave. Take Route 34 East. Take a right at the first light onto Orange Center Road. High Plains Community Center is 2 miles up on the left.

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

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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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Give thanks for a year with family and friends. This year we continue our tradition of offering Thanksgiving to-go and our traditional Grand Buffet. The Wharf Restaurant & Bar will open for dinner, offering Thanksgiving menu specials beginning at 5:30 p.m. The Wharf Bar will be open all day beginning at 11 a.m.

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Thanksgiving to-go

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Online Ordering Link will be live in November 2025.

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Thanksgiving Grand Buffet: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. (last seating 4 p.m.)

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Thanksgiving Grand Buffet will be held in our Waterfront Ballroom overlooking the Sound.

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MENU

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Artisan breadbasket: sourdough, brioche rolls, cranberry walnut bread, whipped honey butter & sea salt butter

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Imported & domestic cheese display with dried fruits, nuts, quince paste, and crackers

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Charcuterie selection: prosciutto, soppressata, duck rillette, cornichons, mustards

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Roasted seasonal vegetable antipasto: baby carrots, Romanesco, artichokes, and beets

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RAW BAR

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Oysters on the half shell and Shrimp Cocktail

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SOUPS & SALADS

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Butternut squash bisque, toasted pumpkin seeds, crème fraîche, chive oil

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Autumn greens salad with pears, candied walnuts, blue cheese, and maple vinaigrette

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Quinoa & roasted vegetable salad with cranberry vinaigrette (vegan)

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Classic Caesar with shaved Parmigiano and sourdough croutons

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HOT ENTRÉES & CARVING

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Herb-roasted turkey, sage butter & natural jus

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Carved prime rib, horseradish cream & red wine jus

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Seared salmon with pomegranate beurre blanc

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Wild mushroom & spinach lasagna (vegetarian option)

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TRADITIONAL SIDES

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Yukon Gold mashed potatoes with roasted garlic butter

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Cornbread stuffing with sausage, celery, and herbs

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Sweet potato gratin with maple and pecan crumble

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Braised collard greens with ham hock

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Green bean almondine with lemon brown butter

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Cranberry-orange compote

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Turkey gravy

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DESSERT

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Pumpkin Pie

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Apple Pie

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Pecan Pie

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Gateau au Chocolat

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Cake a la Noix de Coco

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Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

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Assorted truffles (GF)

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Adults: $102.91 | Children Ages 3 – 10 $47.07 | Children under 3 Free

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Reservations are pre-paid. 18% gratuity and 7.35% Sales tax additional and charged at time of reservation.

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Cancellations available until 11/24/25. Large Party Questions, please call 203-350-0014.

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

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

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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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The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Holiday Members Exhibition on view from November 28, 2025 through January 15, 2026. The festive opening reception is Thursday, December 4 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public. The exhibition offers inspiring art ready for holiday gift giving.

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“The show is an uplifting and art-filled way to come together to celebrate the holiday season,” said Robin Hammeal-Urban, CAS President.

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The exhibit is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours.

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

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Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm

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 Thursday, 9am to 7pm

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 Friday, 9am to 12pm

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 Closed Saturday and Sunday

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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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 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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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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 🎉 Support Local This Holiday Season! 🎁✨

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Shop local in the Whitney-Audubon District from November 28 to December 24 and enjoy a sweet treat with your purchase!

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🛍️ Spend $25 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper receipt to indulge in one of these delightful offers: • FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery (74 Whitney Avenue) 🧁 • OR FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea (258 Church Street) ☕

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Explore unique finds at Walker-Loden with antiques, jewelry, and festive gifts, or visit Kathadin Furniture for stunning custom rugs and eclectic treasures. Looking for something sparkling? Gilden’s Jewelers has an exquisite selection of jewelry just for you! Or take a festive art class at The Giggling Pig.

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👉 Check out the Official Rules & Regulations and participating merchants in the Whitney-Audubon Retail & Arts District  or https://theshopsatyale.com/holidaysonwhitney/

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Happy Holidays and happy shopping local! ❤️

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 🎉 Support Local This Holiday Season! 🎁✨

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Shop local in the Whitney-Audubon District from November 28 to December 24 and enjoy a sweet treat with your purchase!

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🛍️ Spend $25 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper receipt to indulge in one of these delightful offers: • FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery (74 Whitney Avenue) 🧁 • OR FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea (258 Church Street) ☕

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Explore unique finds at Walker-Loden with antiques, jewelry, and festive gifts, or visit Kathadin Furniture for stunning custom rugs and eclectic treasures. Looking for something sparkling? Gilden’s Jewelers has an exquisite selection of jewelry just for you! Or take a festive art class at The Giggling Pig.

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👉 Check out the Official Rules & Regulations and participating merchants in the Whitney-Audubon Retail & Arts District  or https://theshopsatyale.com/holidaysonwhitney/

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Happy Holidays and happy shopping local! ❤️

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Bring the whole family to the Shore Line Trolley Museum this holiday season for a magical  Visit with Santa! Running  Thanksgiving weekend  and  weekends in December  through  December 21st , this festive event is packed with holiday fun.

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  What’s Included?

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• Take a cozy ride to Santa aboard our  heated trolley , beautifully decorated for the season.
• Tell Santa what’s on your Christmas list and receive a  small gift.
• Take lots of photos  with Santa to capture the special moment.
• Enjoy a cup of  hot chocolate  to warm up!
• Stroll through the museum and check out the  holiday-decorated trolleys.
• Visit our  museum store  for unique and thoughtful gift ideas.

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  Most of the event takes place outside , so dress warmly and get ready for a fun, festive day filled with holiday cheer!

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  Dates:

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• Thanksgiving Weekend
• Weekends in December  until  December 21st

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Create lasting holiday memories with a visit to Santa at the Shore Line Trolley Museum!

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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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 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

​

 Encouragement of imagination and self-expression

​

 A welcoming, supportive space for every child

​

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

​

 Pre-registration is required — spots fill quickly!

​

 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.

​

 What to Expect:

​

 Guided instruction with room for independent creativity

​

 Exploration of multiple mediums and materials

​

 Lessons in color theory, composition, and artistic values

​

 A supportive environment that builds confidence and skill

​

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

​

 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.

​

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

​

 What to Expect:

​

 In-depth lessons on advanced art techniques

​

 Exploration of professional materials and mediums

​

 Encouragement of critical thinking and creative problem-solving

​

 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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Savage Pianos Dueling Pianos returns for Black Friday, November 28, 2025.

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Back by Popular Demand

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Join us for a fantastic evening of dueling pianos featuring the talent from Savage Pianos. This troupe joins us from New York City…they play at a variety of restaurants throughout the Northeast and we are bringing them to Madison! The audience creates the playlist and the pianists make it come alive – they’re funny, spontaneous, creative and super talented!

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This event will take place in our waterfront ballroom on the second floor of the hotel.

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THREE TICKETING OPTIONS

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• PREMIUM SEATING: $55 per person, excluding EventBrite Fees, Open Seating at shared tables of 10. Max 10 tickets per order.
• DINNER AND A SHOW TICKETS: $220* per COUPLE, excluding EventBrite Fees, provides dinner for two in The WHARF prior to the show AND two tickets to the show. Prix Fixe Menu – Restaurant Reservations available starting at 5 p.m. Our team will call you directly to confirm your desired seating time. Ticket Pricing includes gratuity and sales tax.
• GENERAL ADMISSION: $45 per person, excluding EventBrite Fees, includes individual admission to Dueling Pianos. No assigned seating, theatre style seating. No tables.

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Doors open at 7:30 p.m. | Cash Bar opens at 7:30 p.m.

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Dueling Pianos will start at 8 p.m. and entertain until 11 p.m.

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Cash Bar | 21+ Event

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Small Bites will be available to purchase at the Bar.

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Savage Pianos Dueling Pianos returns for Black Friday, November 28, 2025.

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**Back by Popular Demand**

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Join us for a fantastic evening of dueling pianos featuring the talent from Savage Pianos. This troupe joins us from New York City…they play at a variety of restaurants throughout the Northeast and we are bringing them to Madison! The audience creates the playlist and the pianists make it come alive – they’re funny, spontaneous, creative and super talented!

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This event will take place in our waterfront ballroom on the second floor of the hotel.

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THREE TICKETING OPTIONS

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PREMIUM SEATING: $55 per person, excluding EventBrite Fees, Open Seating at shared tables of 10. Max 10 tickets per order.

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DINNER AND A SHOW TICKETS: $220* per COUPLE, excluding EventBrite Fees, provides dinner for two in The WHARF prior to the show AND two tickets to the show. Prix Fixe Menu – Restaurant Reservations available starting at 5 p.m. Our team will call you directly to confirm your desired seating time. Ticket Pricing includes gratuity and sales tax.

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GENERAL ADMISSION: $45 per person, excluding EventBrite Fees, includes individual admission to Dueling Pianos. No assigned seating, theatre style seating. No tables.

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Doors open at 7:30 p.m. | Cash Bar opens at 7:30 p.m.

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Dueling Pianos will start at 8 p.m. and entertain until 11 p.m.

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Cash Bar | 21+ Event

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Small Bites will be available to purchase at the Bar.

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Herman Ham and WYBC's All Black Masquerade

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2025, AT THE LUXURIOUS OMNI GRAND BALLROOM - DOWNTOWN NEW HAVEN

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Your Presence is Requested: To Join Herman Ham and WYBC for the 16th Annual All Black Masquerade!!

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This is BIG, BIG, BIG, and YOU have been invited as our SPECIAL GUESTS!

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General Admission tickets are $40.00. VIP tables will go quickly for bookings; Contact Herman: 203.943.6067.

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THIS IS GOING TO BE A NIGHT TO REMEMBER…A TRUE RED CARPET EXPERIENCE

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Free Hors D’oeuvres, Music, Photos, and MUCH MORE

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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? 

​

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.

​

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.

​

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

​

 What to Expect:

​

 In-depth lessons on advanced art techniques

​

 Exploration of professional materials and mediums

​

 Encouragement of critical thinking and creative problem-solving

​

 A nurturing space for expression, growth, and originality

​

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

​

 Weekly attendance encouraged for consistent artistic growth

​

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

​

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

​

#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! 

​

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.

​

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.

​

 What to Expect:

​

 1-hour guided art class

​

 Exploration of different mediums and textures

​

 Encouragement of imagination and self-expression

​

 A welcoming, supportive space for every child

​

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

​

 Pre-registration is required — spots fill quickly!

​

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

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www.thegigglingpig.com/new-haven

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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.

​

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.

​

 What to Expect:

​

 Guided instruction with room for independent creativity

​

 Exploration of multiple mediums and materials

​

 Lessons in color theory, composition, and artistic values

​

 A supportive environment that builds confidence and skill

​

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

​

 Weekly attendance encouraged for the best creative growth.

​

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

​

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

​

#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.

​

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.

​

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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The  Downtown Milford Business Association  invites you to the  Holiday Pop-Up – Small Business Saturday Edition  in  Downtown Milford, CT. Discover gifts for  moms, dads, kids, pets, girlfriends, boyfriends, friends, best friends, and everyone special on your list —all in  Downtown Milford , where holiday cheer, local treasures, and curated gifts await. So if you’ve been searching:

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• “Where can I find holiday gifts near me in Connecticut?”
• “Best holiday markets and local gift ideas in CT”
• “Things to do in Connecticut for the holidays”
• “Unique Christmas gifts for kids or friends in Connecticut”

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…then this is the  holiday shopping and festive experience to add to your Connecticut holiday bucket list!

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Event Details:

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• Date:  Saturday, November 29th
• Time:  10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Location:  Milford Green, Taylor Memorial Library & participating Downtown Milford businesses

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Why Attend:

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•   Exclusive Giveaway:  The first 250 shoppers who complete their Small Biz Saturday punch card receive a  Shop Local Milford tote.
•   Perfect Holiday Gifts:  Discover gifts for everyone—from stocking stuffers to one-of-a-kind presents that fill your home with joy.
•   Support Local Businesses & Community:  Celebrate small businesses and all they do for our communities. Explore handcrafted, locally made items and curated holiday selections ready for you.
•   Experience the Holiday Season:  Stroll through Milford Green and Taylor Memorial Library, explore 60+ indoor and outdoor vendors, and visit our beautiful Downtown and explore all the incredible small businesses that make up the DMBA., all while enjoying festive decorations, seasonal displays, and the warm New England holiday charm—making this a must-visit holiday experience in Connecticut.

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Shop Small – Shop Local – Shop Downtown Milford!

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Below is the list of our participant DMBA Businesses:

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Retail:

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• Gilded Lily Gallery – 101 River Street
• Static Era Records – 43 River Street
• Milford Photo – 22 River Street
• Canvas Patch – 5 River Street
• Sophie Claires – 23 New Haven Ave.
• Whispers from Lady Olga – 8 Broad Street
• Sunshine Ceramics – 22 Broad Street #8 Harborwalk
• S.V. Decker – 22 Broad Street #10 Harborwalk
• Makeup Makeup – 22 Broad Street #12 Harborwalk
• Body Waxing Studio – 22 Broad Street #12 Harborwalk
• The Lovet Shop – 22 Broad Street #14 Harborwalk
• Arciuolo’s Shoes – 74 Broad Street
• Milford Pharmacy – 78 Broad Street
• Inside Living Style – 80 Broad Street

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Health & Beauty:

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• SunSpray Tans – 22 Broad Street #16 Harborwalk
• Just Be Yoga – 234 New Haven Ave.
• Lifted Lash Studio – 53 River Street
• Milford Med Spa – 31 Cherry Street
• Tranquility Mind & Body Wellness Spa – 88 Noble Ave.
• E’lan by Dominique Renee – 185 Broad Street
• Fit Forever – 7 River Street
• Hellman Health & Wellness – 282 Wolf Harbor Road
• HyperFit MD – 88 Noble Ave. Suite 105

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Arts & Culture:

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• Milford Arts Council – 40 Railroad Ave.
• Milford Historical Society – 34 High Street
• School of Rock – 213 Cherry Street
• The Giggling Pig – 44 Naugatuck Ave.

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Bakery & Restaurants:

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• Scratch Baking – 84 Broad Street
• Seven Seas – 16 New Haven Ave.
• Stonebridge – 50 Daniel Street
• Tribus Beer Co. – 100 Raton Drive
• Frosty Twist – 22 Broad Street
• Archie Moores – 15 Factory Lane
• Corner Restaurant – 105 River Street
• Cafe Atlantique – 33 River Street

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Add to your Calendar: Small Business Saturday Holiday Pop Up – Saturday, November 29th, 10-3pm, Downtown Milford, CT

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✨Agenda is subject to change. Visit the website for updates,

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• Event Link: downtownmilfordct.com/event/small-business-saturday

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About the Downtown Milford Business Association:

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Who we are: The Downtown Milford Business Association is an organization of merchants, restaurants, and service providers working together to improve the community and culture of downtown Milford, CT. Through our partnerships with local non-profits, the City of Milford, and each other, we not only benefit the commercial interests of our members, but our community as a whole. Our mission is to showcase the unique shops, restaurants, and experiences in Downtown Milford, improve the visitor experience, and provide valuable marketing, networking, and promotional opportunities through a full calendar of signature events. From family-friendly festivals and holiday traditions to local business showcases and cultural events, the DMBA helps make Downtown Milford, CT a welcoming and engaging destination for residents and visitors alike. There is always things to do in Milford, CT.

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Vision : The Downtown Milford Business Association vision is to celebrate the bonds that make Milford and CT special — a community where families feel proud, supported, and connected through experiences that become part of their family story. We often hear, “I remember being a kid at Pirates Day — now I get to bring my own child.” That generational connection is what keeps the spirit of Milford alive while uplifting and celebrating the small businesses members that make our town thrive.

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Learn more: [](https://downtownmilfordct.com)[downtownmilfordct.com](http://downtownmilfordct.com)

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✨Follow our social media channels to stay update with the latest events and things to do in Milford and the best businesses recommendations for your home, personal and business.

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• Facebook :@DowntownMilfordBusinessAssociation
• Instagram: @downtownmilfordconnecticut

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 🎉 Support Local This Holiday Season! 🎁✨

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Shop local in the Whitney-Audubon District from November 28 to December 24 and enjoy a sweet treat with your purchase!

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🛍️ Spend $25 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper receipt to indulge in one of these delightful offers: • FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery (74 Whitney Avenue) 🧁 • OR FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea (258 Church Street) ☕

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Explore unique finds at Walker-Loden with antiques, jewelry, and festive gifts, or visit Kathadin Furniture for stunning custom rugs and eclectic treasures. Looking for something sparkling? Gilden’s Jewelers has an exquisite selection of jewelry just for you! Or take a festive art class at The Giggling Pig.

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👉 Check out the Official Rules & Regulations and participating merchants in the Whitney-Audubon Retail & Arts District  or https://theshopsatyale.com/holidaysonwhitney/

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Happy Holidays and happy shopping local! ❤️

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 🎉 Support Local This Holiday Season! 🎁✨

​

Shop local in the Whitney-Audubon District from November 28 to December 24 and enjoy a sweet treat with your purchase!

​

🛍️ Spend $25 or more at participating retailers and present your same-day paper receipt to indulge in one of these delightful offers: • FREE Cupcake from Katalina’s Bakery (74 Whitney Avenue) 🧁 • OR FREE Hot Cocoa from Willoughby’s Coffee & Tea (258 Church Street) ☕

​

Explore unique finds at Walker-Loden with antiques, jewelry, and festive gifts, or visit Kathadin Furniture for stunning custom rugs and eclectic treasures. Looking for something sparkling? Gilden’s Jewelers has an exquisite selection of jewelry just for you! Or take a festive art class at The Giggling Pig.

​

👉 Check out the Official Rules & Regulations and participating merchants in the Whitney-Audubon Retail & Arts District  or https://theshopsatyale.com/holidaysonwhitney/

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Happy Holidays and happy shopping local! ❤️

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Bring the whole family to the Shore Line Trolley Museum this holiday season for a magical  Visit with Santa! Running  Thanksgiving weekend  and  weekends in December  through  December 21st , this festive event is packed with holiday fun.

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  What’s Included?

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• Take a cozy ride to Santa aboard our  heated trolley , beautifully decorated for the season.
• Tell Santa what’s on your Christmas list and receive a  small gift.
• Take lots of photos  with Santa to capture the special moment.
• Enjoy a cup of  hot chocolate  to warm up!
• Stroll through the museum and check out the  holiday-decorated trolleys.
• Visit our  museum store  for unique and thoughtful gift ideas.

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  Most of the event takes place outside , so dress warmly and get ready for a fun, festive day filled with holiday cheer!

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  Dates:

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• Thanksgiving Weekend
• Weekends in December  until  December 21st

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Create lasting holiday memories with a visit to Santa at the Shore Line Trolley Museum!

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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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 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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 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