Community Events Calendar

A photo collage exhibition by artist, Rashmi Talpade

​

In these 4 sessions children ages 7-11 years old learn dyeing techniques including how to mix and use colorful dyes to design their own beautiful silk scarves to give as gifts or to keep for themselves.  No previous experience necessary.

​

Cathy Lovell’s lifelong interest in the creative arts continues to guide her through a gratifying career as both art educator and studio artist. A graduate of the University of New Hampshire and Wesleyan University, Cathy has taught in the Newton, MA, Greenwich, CT and East Lyme, CT public school systems. She has also taught private classes in various fields including stained glass, jewelry making and silver work, enameling, ceramics, glass bead making, and quilting.

​

In the interest of furthering her own education, Cathy received a scholarship to attend the Pilchuck Glass School where she worked with Dale Chihuly and Patrick Reyntiens. Her interest in felting began with a workshop led by Lynne Ocone at the Guilford Art Center. Cathy is a member of the Northeast Felt makers Guild where she has had the privilege of participating in classes given by world renowned felt makers. Cathy credits her friend and fellow felt maker Catherine Stebinger with sharing ongoing creative energy, inspiration, and encouragement. Her work is currently exhibited at Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook, Connecticut.

​

 Calling all college students! Don’t miss College Night on Thursday, September 18 from 4–8 pm in the Broadway District at The Shops at Yale. This FREE event is open to all college and university students — but you must RSVP to participate.

​

FREE parking is available at the 150 York Street Garage. Bring your ticket to the registration table for a validation stamp.

​

Enjoy free pizza, samosas, churros, cookies, mini cupcakes, iced tea, glitter tattoos, a live DJ, $0.99 & $1.99 dining deals, shopping discounts, and more!

​

Check-in runs from 4:00–7:00 pm. A valid college or university student ID is required. Free food will be available to the first 1,500 students to check in.

​

RSVP today: https://theshopsatyale.com/collegenight/

​

In collaboration again with Kulturally LIT and the Black Futures Institute, we are hosting our 3rd celebration of  Fred Hampton’s life and legacy. This year, we couldn’t do August 30, but that’s ok; anytime is a good time to celebrate freedom dreaming, revolution, and liberation. So  in lieu of this month’s Year of Radical Reading Bookclub , we invite you to join us in community… DJ, food, book giveaway, open mic (at 7pm) and more. See you here!

​

Attention Singles ages 25-38! It is time to delete the apps and speed date in person!

​

Join us at Conspiracy to try something new and out of your comfort zone! Multiple timed dates, curated questions, and you get your matches at the end of the night!

​

Maleah Cares is a talk show that was created to uplift and inspire.

​

We discuss heartwarming stories and interview guests who have overcome extreme obstacles.

​

We want you to know that you are not alone and that Maleah Cares.

​

VENDORS WILL BE FEATURED DURING THE COMMERCIAL BREAKS.

​

A photo collage exhibition by artist, Rashmi Talpade

​

Once again Spectrum Art Gallery will have pieces that feature the colors and textures of Fall as we say goodbye to Summer and turn the gallery into an autumn adventure. 

​

The show opens with a reception on Friday, September 19, 6:30 - 8:30pm with wine and food. The Open House Weekend is Saturday,September 20, from 1-6 pm and Sunday, September 21, 1-5pm. The show closes on November 8, 2025.

​

This class is designed for all levels including those who want to improve their drawing skills to those who want to continue at their own level and work on specific skills. We will work with charcoal, pencil and ink as the major drawing tools. For those who want to add color to their drawings, pastels can also be incorporated.

​

If you want to know more about basic drawing skills like perspective, tonal drawing, creating structure, etc. this is the class for you. We will also investigate “the figure” studying the Masters’ figure drawings from references in books and the Internet; Rubens, Del Sarto, Michelangelo, etc.

​

Material list available upon registration.

​

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

​

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

​

In 2019 Chris began his participation in Arthouse. NYC’s “Healthcare Heroes Show”. He has memorialized several healthcare workers who lost their lives during the height of the Covid pandemic. These oil portraits were given to their families and were on view at the Big Plaza Screen in New York City.

​

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

​

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

​

Join SoNo 1420, a South Norwalk based distillery, at the Grey Goat for a night of Bourbon tasting!

​

Event will include an overview of the bourbon distilling process, a welcome cocktail, a sampling of three locally distilled bourbons and a mac-n-cheese pulled pork bar!

​

Free gift included w/ ticket purchase

​

Players to be announced 9/1.

​

Venue: CNTR, next to Eli Cannon's in Middletown. Drive to the back of the building. Snacks for purchase. BYOB.

​

Three round game show and dance party.

​

Ecstatic Dance

​

September 19✨

​

7:30pm - 10:30pm

​

285 Nicoll St., Suite 104 New Haven, CT 06511

​

Ticket Price: $28 You can pay via Venmo, Zelle, or cash at the door.

​

Feel free to bring your own snacks or meals if you'd like. We've got a kitchen available, so you're welcome to chill, munch, and refuel whenever you need.

​

Ecstatic Dance is a beautiful celebration of movement and self-expression, inviting participants to flow freely in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. As you step into the space, you're greeted by an uplifting energy, with music that ranges from enchanting melodies to vibrant beats, all designed to inspire your body to dance.

​

The event usually begins with a gentle opening circle, where everyone gathers to set intentions and share a sense of connection. Guidelines create a safe haven for exploration, emphasizing respect for personal space and the joy of being fully present.

​

Once the music starts, it’s all about letting go. Each dancer is encouraged to follow their own rhythm, allowing the sound to guide them into spontaneous movement. This dance is more than just physical; it's a form of meditation, a way to express emotions, and a path to deeper self-discovery.

​

As the event flows, the energy in the room builds, with smiles, laughter, and shared moments of joy creating a tapestry of connection among participants. When the music fades, a closing circle invites everyone to share their experiences, reinforcing the sense of community.

​

Ecstatic Dance is a magical journey where you can explore your creativity, connect with others, and experience the sheer bliss of moving your body to the rhythm of life.

​

Parking Info: There is Free parking on street and a free parking lot across the street and free parking around the corner near sports field.

​

PLEASE DO NOT PARK IN THE PARKING LOT TO THE RIGHT OF THE BUILDING, those are reserved spots and are marked as such. This area's gate locks before our event is over. You can enter the building via The East Rock Market Place doors and walk around the lockers to your right.

​

Centered' signs. You can also enter through the Taekwondo studio door at EAST side of the building (where you are not supposed to park).

​

 Brian Charette - Rrgan  

Jerry Vivino - Flute  

Nick Biello - Alto sax  

Kenny Brooks - Tenor sax  

Karel Ruzichka - Tenor sax  

Jordan Young - Drums

​

New York City organist/pianist, Brian Charette , has established himself as a leading voice in modern jazz. Charette is a Hammond U.S.A, Hammond Europe, I.K Multimedia, and Casio endorsed, Cellar Live recording artist. Brian is currently #2 on the 2024 Downbeat Critic’s Poll for organ and #6 for keyboards. Brian was also the winner of the 2014 Downbeat Critics’ Poll “Rising Star: Organ” award and 2015 Hot House Magazine's “Fan's Decision Jazz Award for Best Organist”. Charette’s new Cellar Live release, Jackpot , was recorded at Rudy Van Gelder’s hallowed studio featuring Bill Stewart on drums. The album received 4 stars from Downbeat and was on the Jazzweek radio chart for months, peaking at #9 for 6 weeks. Charette is also a prolific composer of large ensemble music, penning and performing compositions with The Jazz Dock Orchestra in Prague and The Modern Art Orchestra in Budapest.

​

Born in Meriden, Connecticut in 1972, Brian was introduced to music by his mother, Catherine. By the age of 17, he was playing with jazz luminaries such as Lou Donaldson and Houston Person. Since graduating on the Dean's List from UConn in 1994 with a BA in Music, Charette has been performing extensively in Europe and the USA with his home base being the East Village, NYC. Brian is a staple of the downtown NYC scene working with virtually everyone who plays with an organist. Brian has performed with many notable artists such as Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Paul Simon, Cyndi Lauper, Oz Noy, Vinnie Colaiuta, John Patitucci, and many more.

​

Charette is also an active author and educator, writing for Keyboard  Magazine , The  New York City Jazz Record , DownBeat , Electronic Musician and the Czech magazine, Muzikus. Brian teaches masterclasses all over the world and is on the faculty of the Czech Summer Jazz Workshop at Jesek Conservatory in Prague. In NYC, he teaches lessons and group classes at The New School and 92nd Y School of Music. His first book, 101 Hammond B3 Tips , released through publisher Hal Leonard, has become very popular, as well as his videos on the website, mymusicmasterclass.com.

​

Outside of music, Charette is passionate about White Crane kung fu, in which he holds a black sash.

​

Learners Ink, LLC one of the most trusted a globally recognized professional training institute is privileged to welcome you to be one among the hundreds of thousands of Learners Ink trained and achieved certified professionals.

​

Project Management Professional (PMP®) certification is the top professional certifications for project managers offered by the Project Management Institute, USA.

​

Below are the workshop location and dates

​

• Workshop Location: New Haven, CT

​

We also customize the training as per your requirement. We also conduct 1 to 1 session and onsite training.

​

What's Included?

​

• 4 Day Training
• 35 Contact Hours project management education certificate
• Digital files with access key to be downloaded from PMI®
• 100% Pass Guarantee*
• PMP Training (Latest Updates)
• Soft Copy PMBOK Guide 6th & 7th Edition
• PMI® 1000 mock exam practice questions on a simulator with live instructor led review ($199 value)
• PMP® Exam Blueprint (PMP® Exam Application steps and procedure)
• PMP® Exam Tips and Techniques
• Group Activities for better reinforcement
• Real-world examples from various industries
• Industry based case studies
• 15+ years of industry experienced trainer
• 98.8% first-time pass rate
• PMI-Certified (ATP) PMP Expert Instructors
• PMP® Exam Application Assistance
• PMP® Application Framework to enable easy filling of the Application Form
• Panel discussion by faculty team to illustrate project situations.
• "Quick Fire" round to recap the learning and clarify doubts, if any.
• A "Mock Simulation" on the last day of the workshop.
• 24/7 customer support

​

Click here to know more about the course. PMP course is a 4-day training program. The Eventbrite page will display only the start dates for all training sessions.

​

*We also provide the corporate training at any remote location, if you have group participants. It can be conducted at your company premises on your preferred dates.

​

Group Offering: 10% OFF for 3-5 Participants | up to 15% OFF for 5-10 Participants | up to 20% OFF for more than 15 Participants

​

Who needs to attend?

​

Associate project managers, project managers, IT project managers, project coordinators, project analysts, project leaders, senior project managers, team leaders, product managers, program managers, project sponsors, and project team members seeking the PMP or CAPM certification.

​

Benefits of PMP® Certification:

​

• Gain the skills and knowledge of Project Management based on the PMBOK® Guide - 7th Edition and real-life Project Management practices
• Know how to use the tools and techniques you learned while studying for the PMP® exam
• Apply Project Management techniques useful in the real world
• Open Doors to New Clients
• Gain International Recognition
• Establish Credibility

​

Examination Details

​

Prerequisites:

​

• Secondary degree (high school diploma, associate’s degree or the global equivalent)
• 7,500 hours leading and directing projects
• 35 hours of project management education
• OR
• Four-year degree
• 4,500 hours leading and directing projects
• 35 hours of project management education

​

Examination Format:

​

• The exam consists of 180 questions
• The time duration of the examination is 230 min
• Candidates are scored on 175 questions only.

​

Other courses you might be interested: PMT | PMF | CAPM | LSSGB | LSSBB | ITIL Foundation | CBAP | PMI-ACP | Big Data | DevOps | Data Science | CSM

​

Contact Information:

​

Click here to chat with us or email us

​

Email: byrne@learnersink.com

​

Phone: +1 (408) 444-7579

​

 Program for kids ages 0-3 and their caregivers, siblings welcome!

​

Wiggle Worms is a play-based music and movement story time for children and their caregivers!

​

Essex Library programs are free and open to the public.  

No registration required.

​

Get ready to kick off the academic year with a bang at the JCCP All Staff/ Volunteer Orientation. It's time to meet, greet, and get engaged!

​

A photo collage exhibition by artist, Rashmi Talpade

​

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

​

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.

​

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).

​

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.

​

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

​

Early learners and their families, start your weekends at the YCBA with stories that bring our exhibitions to life with imagination, wonder, and fun. This engaging 30-minute story time in our galleries features books that highlight themes and ideas in William Blake: Burning Bright. 

​

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. 

​

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

​

Fresh meat, produce, and shelf stable items are distributed to all attendees while supplies last. Please tell your friends and bring your own bag(s)!

​

Once again Spectrum Art Gallery will have pieces that feature the colors and textures of Fall as we say goodbye to Summer and turn the gallery into an autumn adventure. 

​

The show opens with a reception on Friday, September 19, 6:30 - 8:30pm with wine and food. The Open House Weekend is Saturday,September 20, from 1-6 pm and Sunday, September 21, 1-5pm. The show closes on November 8, 2025.

​

Group Meditation led by Bob Vinci in a relaxed, comfortable, open and friendly setting. First-time meditators are welcome, as are those who are experienced. The simple technique we use is always happily explained. Each session lasts an hour, but newer meditators may practice at whatever duration is comfortable. People have join us for stress reduction, self-healing, mind-sharpening, expanding consciousness and deepening spirituality, finding success with these and more! 10 to 20+ people regularly attend. Please visit themeditationman.org for more info.

​

Video Link

​

Welcome to ThirdSpace's Cosplay and Craft Party! Join us at 410 Blake Street, New Haven, CT, USA on September 20, 2025 (Eastern Time) for a day filled with creativity and fun. Get your costumes ready and unleash your inner artist! Whether you're into cosplay, crafting, or just looking to have a good time, this event is perfect for you. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with fellow enthusiasts and showcase your talents. Mark your calendars and get ready for an unforgettable experience!

​

Family hours are from 12-4pm.

​

Adult hours are from 5-11pm.

​

We'll have a dj in the evening as well as bar services. 21+ to drink.

​

Prepare for the Fall Equinox -

​

Meet Your Animal Spirit Guide & Step Into Your Power

​

Join us for a soul-nourishing day of connection, reflection, and healing as we honor the balance of light and dark. This immersive experience is designed to ground your energy and awaken your inner guidance.

​

Your journey will include:

​

• Grounding & Breathwork
• Essential Oil Anointing with Affirmations
• Guided Animal Spirit Journey
• Prompted Journaling
• Group Energy Healing

​

Come home to yourself and the wisdom of the natural world as we transition into a new season. The cost is only $60.

​

For More information Please reach out:

​

Maureen, Living Your Qi LLC  

(203) 530-5156  

maureen@livingyourqi.com

​

or

​

Stephanie, Autumn Sage LLC  

rosallykaplan@gmail.com

​

https://www.facebook.com/share/1MQqSAx4MK/

​

The New Haven Museum (NHM) will celebrate CT Freedom Trail Month with an event for children focusing on American abolitionist and social activist Harriet Tubman on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Following her escape from slavery in 1849, Tubman helped numerous others escape via the “Underground Railroad.” During the Civil War, she worked as an armed scout and spy for the Union army. She was later an activist for women’s suffrage.

​

Author and educator Yvette Cole will present an unforgettable, interactive storytelling experience based on her children’s book, “Harriet’s Dinner Party.” In this multimedia presentation, children are invited to step into the world of Harriet Tubman through a video story time that brings history to life. 

​

Register for this free NH250 event here.

​

In Cole’s imaginative tale, a young girl enjoys dinner at Harriet Tubman’s home alongside iconic guests like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Ida B. Wells. Through music, storytelling, and sensory engagement, young audiences will learn about Harriet Tubman’s humanitarian legacy and the impact of other Black historical figures in a fun, age-appropriate way.

​

Children will sing along, touch and smell themed props, and engage all five senses as they explore history in a way they’ll never forget. The program concludes with a themed activity and the opportunity to meet the author for a book signing and photo opportunity.

​

Cole became interested in this topic while searching for age-appropriate books on Black historical figures for children and realized how few options were available. The lack of accessible, engaging material for younger audiences made her realize how important it is to tell the stories in a way that children can understand and connect with. “I wanted to help fill that gap by focusing on figures like Harriet Tubman, whose legacy deserves to be shared and celebrated with every generation,” Cole says.

​

Cole hopes the public will gain a deeper appreciation for who Harriet Tubman was—not just as a conductor on the Underground Railroad but as a brave, selfless, and visionary leader who risked everything for the freedom of others. She explains, “I want the audience to walk away with a renewed sense of why Tubman’s story matters, especially for young people, and why it’s essential to keep her legacy alive through education, storytelling, and conversation.”

​

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

​

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

​

 The Ivy Experience Day Party Featuring a Divine Nine Stroll Off

​

Get ready to turn up the heat at Terminal 110: Keys to the City! Join us for the ultimate end of summer day party where the beats are bold and the energy is unmatched.

​

DJ Platinum will be spinning today's hottest music and your favorite throwbacks to keep you on the dance floor. He's bringing the soundtrack for the perfect end of summer vibe at The Ivy Experience.

​

And, you don't want to miss an unforgettable Divine Nine Stroll Off. We're calling on all Divine Nine Members to get ready to showcase and rep your organization!

​

Come for the music, stay for the memories at The Ivy Experience. It's going to be a vibe you won't want to miss.

​

Tickets are $30 in advance via Eventbrite , and $40 at the Door. Light bites and cash bar. You must be 21 and over to enter.

​

This event is hosted by  The New Haven Pearls of Excellence Foundation  in partnership with  Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Theta Epsilon Omega Chapter.

​

For more information, visit us at www.nhpoefoundation.org or www.akanewhaven.org.

​

The New Haven Pearls of Excellence Foundation is recognized as a tax-exempt charity by the IRS under Section 501(c)(3). All contributions are tax deductible to the extent permitted by law.

​

Experience Fritz Lang's 1927 science fiction masterpiece Metropolis like never before, reimagined with a blistering live metal score by The Silent Light. This cinematic ritual of chaos and sound will be performed one night only live at Lost in New Haven on September 20th, 2025. Tickets include a pass to the museum as well as the screening.

​

About the Band: The Silent Light is a live film scoring project that performs original heavy metal soundtracks to classic silent films. Founded by composer and director Michael Formanski, the group reimagines iconic works like Metropolis, Faust, and A Page of Madness through immersive live performances that blend black metal, doom, and ambient soundscapes. The result is a visceral, cinematic experience that brings new intensity and emotional weight to century-old visuals.

​

Performances feature a powerful ensemble typically including guitar, drums, and synthesizers playing in sync with the film. The Silent Light has built a growing following among fans of experimental film, underground metal, and dark fantasy, and their shows consistently draw passionate, attentive audiences. 

​

Join us for at Bregamos Theatre for a night of storytelling and laughter!

​

Saturday, Sept 20 is "Crystal R. Emery raw."

​

Click "Check Availability" to get your tickets today.

​

Relax and renew in a gentle salt cave yoga class. During the class, you will experience halotherapy, also known as dry Salt Therapy. Dry salt air is dispersed through a unique process generated by a halo generator. This type of treatment can be an effective way of using salt’s natural antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, & calming properties to provide relief for stress, respiratory, & skin conditions. No experienced required + props provided.

​

Dates: September 21, October 12, November 9, December 7

​

Two Class Options: 8:30am-9:30am OR 10:00am-11:00am

​

Address: 260 River St, Guilford, CT 06437

​

Preregister via Email: shorelinectyoga@gmail.com

​

Welcome to the Camp Hazen YMCA 105th Anniversary Celebration! Join us for a day filled with fun, memories, and community as we celebrate more than a century of impact and growth. This event is a special opportunity for alumni, camper families, and friends to reconnect and enjoy the magic of Hazen.

​

Program includes:

​

• Buffet lunch
• Waterfront, land sports, and climbing activities
• Cook-out dinner
• Closing campfire and candlelighting ceremony.

​

Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of history and honor the legacy of Camp Hazen YMCA. We can't wait to see you there!

​

Tickets

​

• $25 per individual (ages 5 and up)
• $100 for a family of 4 or more (immediate family only please)
• Children under age 5 come for free!

​

Sponsorship Opportunities:  Honor the 105^th Anniversary as a sponsor! All sponsors will be listed on printed material.

​

• Anniversary Sponsor : $150 sponsorship includes two tickets and a $100 donation
• Legacy Sponsor : $250 sponsorship includes two tickets and a $200 donation

​

To avoid online processing fees, please feel welcome to send a check payable to Camp Hazen YMCA. Include a phone number and email address we can contact to confirm receipt.

​

Camp Hazen YMCA  

Attn: 105th Anniversary  

204 West Main Street  

Chester, CT 06412

​

Once again Spectrum Art Gallery will have pieces that feature the colors and textures of Fall as we say goodbye to Summer and turn the gallery into an autumn adventure. 

​

The show opens with a reception on Friday, September 19, 6:30 - 8:30pm with wine and food. The Open House Weekend is Saturday,September 20, from 1-6 pm and Sunday, September 21, 1-5pm. The show closes on November 8, 2025.

​

In this hands-on quilting workshop, participants will learn how to add the finishing touch to their quilts by mastering binding techniques. You’ll explore both machine and hand-sewn methods for attaching clean, professional-looking edges, with guided instruction and time to practice. This two-part class includes a follow-up “Guided Making” session, where participants can finish their binding project or bring in another sewing piece to work on alongside the instructor and fellow makers.

​

***THIS WORKSHOP HAPPENS OVER TWO CONSECUTIVE SUNDAYS: SEPTEMBER 21ST & 28TH***

​

What to Expect

​

Students will learn how to take a finished quilt and add the final, polished edge: the binding. You’ll explore different methods of binding—both by machine and hand—and practice trimming, attaching, and finishing techniques to ensure your quilt has a clean, professional look.

​

Participants are encouraged to bring their own quilt project that’s ready for binding, but sample pieces will be available for practice if needed.

​

The second session (September 28th) is a Guided Making day—participants can return to complete the binding project they started in the first class or bring a different sewing or quilting project from home to work on with the support of the instructor and fellow makers.

​

Skills You’ll Acquire

​

• How to prepare quilt edges for binding

​

• Techniques for creating and attaching binding strips

​

• Machine and hand-finishing methods

​

• Understanding binding corners and joining ends cleanly

​

What’s Provided

​

• Binding materials (or bring your own preferred fabric)

​

• Sewing machines and hand-sewing tools

​

• Practice quilt samples for those without a project

​

• Step-by-step instruction and support across both sessions

​

Who Should Attend

​

This class is ideal for beginner to intermediate quilters who want to learn or strengthen their quilt-binding skills. Whether you’re finishing your first quilt or adding polish to an ongoing project, this two-part workshop will guide you through the process and provide space for continued support.

​

Prerequisites/Safety Information

​

No specific prerequisites. Participants are encouraged to bring a quilt that is ready for binding (quilt top, batting, and backing already assembled), but practice materials will also be available. Basic sewing machine familiarity is helpful. All tools and safety instructions will be provided during class.

​

This is a two-part class: September 21st (instruction) and September 28th (guided making)

​

Instructor: Ashley Zdeb

​

Workshop Ticket Fee:

​

Public Ticket: $81.00

​

MakeHaven Members (active): $60.00

​

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

​

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=537&reset=1&reset=1

​

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

​

A photo collage exhibition by artist, Rashmi Talpade

​

Your  Host & Featured Poet:  Fred Gerhard – Motorman and Poet

​

There’s nothing else like it: poetry performed on a living piece of history, with sunlight streaming through century-old windows and the gentle rumble of the tracks underscoring every word. Join us for an afternoon where rails and verse move in harmony.

​

Step aboard a vintage trolley for a one-of-a-kind afternoon where history and poetry travel the same track.

​

The  Shore Line Trolley Museum , home to the nation’s oldest continuously operating trolley line, welcomes you to a  Poetry Slam on the Rails. As the trolley glides along its scenic route, the rhythm of the rails will set the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of spoken word and community connection.

​

Your guide for the ride is  Fred Gerhard,  both a motorman at the museum and an accomplished poet. Gerhard’s writing blends the everyday with the lyrical, offering glimpses of quiet beauty, shifting landscapes, and the fleeting moments that make life vivid. His readings, paired with the movement of the trolley, transform the ride into a traveling stage for reflection and creativity.

​

What to Expect:

​

• A  rolling poetry slam  aboard a historic trolley.
• Featured readings  by Fred Gerhard.
• Open-mic opportunities  for guests to share their own work.
• A welcoming atmosphere where history, community, and art come together.

​

There is no admission fee for this event, please consider a donation to the museum so that we can keep arts and culture events alive in our community.

​

Join our Student Guides to learn more about In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art. Each tour is created by a Student Guide to explore a specific theme in the museum’s collection. 

​

Tours meet in the Entrance Court by the Visitors Service Desk

​

A free, fun-filled event where folks can test drive a variety of EV models, take an e-bike for a spin, learn about new affordable and convenient ride/bike share programs, and chat with EV owners and experts about what it’s like to go electric.

​

Enjoy free food and family-friendly activities, enter raffles for a chance to win great prizes (including an e-bike!), check out local vendors, and connect with the community.

​

Aiming to spread awareness of EVs to underserved communities, this event is a part of National Drive Electric Month and Sun Day, a nationwide day of action to celebrate the power of clean energy.

​

Step into the forge and learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing using the power of induction heat. In this hands-on class, you’ll shape heated steel into a custom piece of your own design—choose between a decorative wand or a functional BBQ fork.

​

What to Expect:

​

• Learn how to cut, taper, twist, bend, and shape steel using traditional forging techniques
• Get an introduction to the science and process of induction heating
• Design and create a piece with guidance from an experienced instructor
• All materials and reference images will be provided

​

Class Details:

​

• Limited to 4 participants to ensure individual attention
• No experience needed—perfect for beginners
• All tools, materials, and safety gear included

​

What to Bring:

​

• Closed-toe shoes
• Long pants (jeans or work pants; no leggings or synthetic fabrics)
• A breathable, natural-fiber shirt (avoid synthetics, as the forge gets hot)

​

Whether you’re new to blacksmithing or looking to build on your skills, this workshop is a great place to start. You’ll leave with a finished project and a deeper understanding of the forging process.

​

Instructor: Ken Cotrona

​

Workshop Ticket Fee:

​

Standard Ticket: $127.00

​

MakeHaven Members: $108.00

​

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

​

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=548&reset=1&reset=1

​

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

​

A photo collage exhibition by artist, Rashmi Talpade

​

In this 5-week class start by examining the still life’s of Monet, Van Gogh, Matisse and Moroni through visuals and discussion. Then studying visuals of contemporary approaches to the Still Life.

​

Learn how to make gel prints with acrylic paint on paper for your backgrounds including cutting and tearing of designed papers for your still life.

​

Focus on how to approach vessels in the still life collage through sketching, tracing and cutting out patterns. Finally, learn how to overlay the still life components over your finished background including placement and composition and the application of paint, highlighted areas and shading. Complete the still life discussing with the class your process, composition and materials used.

​

Material list available upon registration.

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

Dates: Tuesdays: Sept. 16, 23; 30; October 7, 15

​

Learn how William Bullock, a naturalist and museum proprietor, drew on his innovative displays and showman’s flair when presenting his Exhibition, called Modern Mexico to early nineteenth-century Londoners. This catalogue documents the natural history specimens and cultural artifacts that Bullock collected in Mexico during a significant turning point in the Mexican War of Independence. 

​

Preregistration is required for this program. Please contact ycba.studyroom@yale.edu to register. 

​

To learn more, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/research-action-catalogue-exhibition-called-modern-mexico

​

Renowned visual artist and Yale alum Leo Villareal ’90 will present Celestial Garden (Yale), a new exhibition in The Dome at Yale Schwarzman Center. This never-before-exhibited artwork features an original soundscape and employs a suite of ten projectors that map the entire dome’s intrados. Villareal, whose work explores the physicality of light in both the spatial and temporal dimensions, uses custom software to orchestrate the perpetually evolving, abstract compositions, inspired by nature’s intricate, ever-changing patterns. Plush carpets and seating allow a contemplative pause for viewers to be immersed in a dynamic and continuously unfolding interplay of light and sound.

​

Free and open to the public Tuesdays through Saturdays from 12-6pm with extended hours on Thursdays until 8pm. 

​

In this fun and creative class, young artists will learn how to make one-of-a-kind prints using a variety of monotype techniques. We’ll explore how to work with water based inks to create colorful, expressive artwork that can’t be repeated—each print is a surprise!

​

Students will experiment with texture, layering, and mark-making while learning the basics of printmaking in a playful, supportive environment. A field trip to the Yale Art Gallery is included to spark inspiration and show printmaking in action!

​

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

​

Join CMWP for an evening of networking, connection, and professional polish!

​

✨ Free headshots provided for CMWP Members — compliments of Alicia Whatley Photography💼 Non-members can purchase headshots on-site for just $75

​

Free childcare available during the event

​

Don’t miss this opportunity to refresh your professional image, make meaningful connections, and build community.

​

Once again Spectrum Art Gallery will have pieces that feature the colors and textures of Fall as we say goodbye to Summer and turn the gallery into an autumn adventure. 

​

The show opens with a reception on Friday, September 19, 6:30 - 8:30pm with wine and food. The Open House Weekend is Saturday,September 20, from 1-6 pm and Sunday, September 21, 1-5pm. The show closes on November 8, 2025.

​

Celestial Garden (Yale), a new exhibition by renowned visual artist and Yale alum  Leo Villareal ’90 , is now on view in The Dome.

​

This never-before-exhibited artwork features an original soundscape and employs a suite of ten projectors that map the entire dome’s intrados. Villareal, whose work explores the physicality of light in both the spatial and temporal dimensions, uses custom software to orchestrate the perpetually evolving, abstract compositions, inspired by nature’s intricate, ever-changing patterns. Plush carpets and seating allow a contemplative pause for viewers to be immersed in a dynamic and continuously unfolding interplay of light and sound.

​

Free and open to the public Tuesdays through Saturdays from 12-6pm with extended hours on Thursdays until 8pm. 

​

Special thanks to Kim Heirston Art Advisory, New York, NY.

​

In this 5-week class start by examining the still life’s of Monet, Van Gogh, Matisse and Moroni through visuals and discussion. Then studying visuals of contemporary approaches to the Still Life.

​

Learn how to make gel prints with acrylic paint on paper for your backgrounds including cutting and tearing of designed papers for your still life.

​

Focus on how to approach vessels in the still life collage through sketching, tracing and cutting out patterns. Finally, learn how to overlay the still life components over your finished background including placement and composition and the application of paint, highlighted areas and shading. Complete the still life discussing with the class your process, composition and materials used.

​

Material list available upon registration.

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

In these four drawing sessions children, ages 7-11, learn the Seven Lines of Design to get comfortable observing lines and patterns in their environments and then designing with them.  One session will take their newfound line/pattern experiences into the world of Zentangle learning 12-15 basic “tangles” or unique patterns which they will draw on tiles. Copies of the book: Zentangle Basics is provided for reference. In the third session, children engage in a still life project. They learn to draw several objects using contour lines or the simple outline of an object. These drawings are cut-out and then arranged on paper to compose a still life. This class is inspired by the collages of Picasso, the paper-cuts of Matisse and the still life paintings of Cezanne. The final session prepares children for the October painting classes. They study Starry Night by Vincent Van Gogh discussing his brushstrokes, lines and movement. They will use their previous study of lines and patterns for the crescent moon, stars, ghosts and wind adding a bonfire and pumpkins to celebrate the season.  All materials included. See photos for samples of projects described.

​

Sharon Lee Mullen-Reynolds knew in High School that she was to be an Art teacher. That is exactly what she did; for 36 years she taught Visual Art in the city of New Haven. Her career hi-light was teaching 22 years at the Betsy Ross Arts Magnet Middle School. During her tenure there she was a published Fellow at Yale N.H.Teachers Institute for 2 years, the Department Chairperson for 8 years and creator of As Far As The Eye Can See a school-wide art exhibit.

​

Since her retirement in 2016, she has been attending numerous art exhibits and installations locally and in NYC, specifically Frida Kahlo’s exhibit at the Brooklyn Art Museum which led her to create Frida- inspired floral headpieces. In 2017 she started The Kindness Rock art installation at the Branford Festival.

​

Sharon is an artist who believes that art can heal your soul. In 2022 she sold her headpieces at the Ukrainian Roman Catholic church for the benefit of Ukraine’s War effort and donated 5 Ukrainian Strong “Petals for Peace” paintings to raise additional funds. These paintings were showcased on Channel 8 news.

​

In addition to her headpieces, Sharon works in mixed-media, crafts, collage, and watercolor landscape en plein air. Sharon’s artwork has been exhibited at City-Wide Open Studios, The ARTS Council, Calligraphers Guild, and is currently exhibited at Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook, Connecticut.

​

Learn how to bake sourdough bread and maintain a sourdough starter in the intimate setting of our private kitchen and a small class size.

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

 ITIL 4 Foundation

​

The Foundation level is the entry level certification and offers you a general awareness of the key elements, concepts, and terminology used in the ITIL® service lifecycle, including the links between lifecycle stages, the processes used and their contribution to service management practices. Learners Ink ITIL® Foundation Exam Prep is designed and developed by the global panel of ITIL® Expert instructors to ensure that our participants pass the ITIL® Foundation exam on their first attempt.

​

Our hands-on training helped many participants in transforming their careers. Our Lead Instructor focuses on the key concepts, terminologies, and elements included with ITIL® service lifecycle management. The training includes best practices from ITSM processes and Service Management, ITIL® lifecycle Phase Interactions & Outcomes.

​

To avail Group discount, contact our sales team +1 408-444-7579 What will you learn?

• Service Strategy: Strategy Management for IT Services, Service Portfolio Management, Business Relationship Management, Financial Management for IT Services, Demand Management
• Service Design: Design Coordination, Service Catalog Management, Service Level Management, Availability Management, Capacity Management, IT Service Continuity Management, Information Security Management.
• Service Transition: Transition Planning & Support, Change Management, Service Asset & Configuration Management, Release & Deployment Management, Service Validation & Testing, Change Evaluation, Knowledge Management
• Service Operation: Event Management, Incident Management, Request Fulfilment, Problem Management, Access Management, and the functions of: IT Operations, Technical Management, Application Management, Service Desk
• Continual Service Improvement: Seven-Step Improvement Process

ITIL 4 guiding principles?

​

ITIL 4 contains seven guiding principles that were adopted from the most recent ITIL Practitioner Exam, which covers organizational change management, communication, and measurement and metrics.

​

These principles include:

​

• Focus on value
• Start where you are
• Progress iteratively with feedback
• Collaborate and promote visibility
• Think and work holistically
• Keep it simple and practical
• Optimize and automate

​

ITIL 4 focuses on company culture and integrating IT into the overall business structure. It encourages collaboration between IT and other departments, especially as other business units increasingly rely on technology to get work done.

​

Key Features:

• Courseware Approved by PEOPLECERT
• 16 hours of instructor-led training (for Traditional classroom and Online Classroom Training)
• Industry-based case studies & real world-examples
• Chapter end quizzes & 2 simulation exams
• 100% Money Back Guarantee*
• Exam fee included (Exam fee not included for Online Self Learning)
• 24/7 support via email, online chat, telephone

Benefits of ITIL Foundation Certification

• Manage risk in line with business & service disruption or failure
• Show value for money
• Optimize customer experience
• Enable business change
• Aids continuous service improvement
• Support business outcomes
• The salary ranges from $81,040 to $111,053 per year

What are the prerequisites for ITIL Foundation certification?

​

There is no defined eligibility criterion for ITIL Foundation exam.

​

ITIL 4 exam & Certification:

​

In order to pass the exam, you will need to get 28 of the 40 questions right, or score a 70%. This means you can get up to 12 questions wrong and still pass. Exam will be conducted Online at your preferred time.

​

We also conduct onsite training on your preferred location with no additional cost

​

We also conduct Onsite training for PMP | PMI-ACP | LSSGB | LSSBB | Prince2 | Prince2 Agile | Management Skill | Agile Scrum Methodology & Practice | Conflict Management and Agile & Scrum.

​

Contact: +1 (408)-444-7579Email:  byrne@learnersink.comwww.learnersink.com

Once again Spectrum Art Gallery will have pieces that feature the colors and textures of Fall as we say goodbye to Summer and turn the gallery into an autumn adventure. 

​

The show opens with a reception on Friday, September 19, 6:30 - 8:30pm with wine and food. The Open House Weekend is Saturday,September 20, from 1-6 pm and Sunday, September 21, 1-5pm. The show closes on November 8, 2025.

​

Celestial Garden (Yale), a new exhibition by renowned visual artist and Yale alum  Leo Villareal ’90 , is now on view in The Dome.

​

This never-before-exhibited artwork features an original soundscape and employs a suite of ten projectors that map the entire dome’s intrados. Villareal, whose work explores the physicality of light in both the spatial and temporal dimensions, uses custom software to orchestrate the perpetually evolving, abstract compositions, inspired by nature’s intricate, ever-changing patterns. Plush carpets and seating allow a contemplative pause for viewers to be immersed in a dynamic and continuously unfolding interplay of light and sound.

​

Free and open to the public Tuesdays through Saturdays from 12-6pm with extended hours on Thursdays until 8pm. 

​

Special thanks to Kim Heirston Art Advisory, New York, NY.

​

In these 4 sessions children ages 7-11 years old learn dyeing techniques including how to mix and use colorful dyes to design their own beautiful silk scarves to give as gifts or to keep for themselves.  No previous experience necessary.

​

Cathy Lovell’s lifelong interest in the creative arts continues to guide her through a gratifying career as both art educator and studio artist. A graduate of the University of New Hampshire and Wesleyan University, Cathy has taught in the Newton, MA, Greenwich, CT and East Lyme, CT public school systems. She has also taught private classes in various fields including stained glass, jewelry making and silver work, enameling, ceramics, glass bead making, and quilting.

​

In the interest of furthering her own education, Cathy received a scholarship to attend the Pilchuck Glass School where she worked with Dale Chihuly and Patrick Reyntiens. Her interest in felting began with a workshop led by Lynne Ocone at the Guilford Art Center. Cathy is a member of the Northeast Felt makers Guild where she has had the privilege of participating in classes given by world renowned felt makers. Cathy credits her friend and fellow felt maker Catherine Stebinger with sharing ongoing creative energy, inspiration, and encouragement. Her work is currently exhibited at Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook, Connecticut.

​

Group Meditation led by Bob Vinci in a relaxed, comfortable, open and friendly setting. First-time meditators are welcome, as are those who are experienced. The simple technique we use is always happily explained. Each session lasts an hour, but newer meditators may practice at whatever duration is comfortable. People have join us for stress reduction, self-healing, mind-sharpening, expanding consciousness and deepening spirituality, finding success with these and more! 10 to 20+ people regularly attend. Please visit themeditationman.org for more info.

​

Watch our video here.

​

Kids On Fire "There and Back again tour 2025"

​

Kids on Fire are hitting the road again and heading east!

​

Night 12 - New Haven, CT @ Cafe Nine

​

250 State St, New Haven, CT 06510

​

Appearing with:

​

• Zombii
• Ghost Tones

​

Doors @ 7:00 PM

​

Music @ 8:00 PM

​

Cover: $10 @ the door

​

21+

​

 The New National Tour debuts September 25 at the Shubert Theatre!

​

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the  SIX  wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!

​

The New York Times says  SIX  “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic's Pick) and The Washington Post hails  SIX  as "Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!"

​

The  SIX : LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed one billion streams worldwide!

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

(Friday) Weekday Batch

​

(Saturday) Weekend Batch

​

Key Features:

​

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

​

Benefits of Conflict Management Training:

​

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

​

What you’ll learn?

​

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

​

Course Curriculum

​

Conflicts

​

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

​

Mindset Change

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

Building and Sustaining Relationships with Colleagues

​

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

​

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

​

Looking forward to seeing you on board.

​

Contact us:

​

Call us +1 (570) 630 9318

​

Email: helen@shinebrightx.us

​

Once again Spectrum Art Gallery will have pieces that feature the colors and textures of Fall as we say goodbye to Summer and turn the gallery into an autumn adventure. 

​

The show opens with a reception on Friday, September 19, 6:30 - 8:30pm with wine and food. The Open House Weekend is Saturday,September 20, from 1-6 pm and Sunday, September 21, 1-5pm. The show closes on November 8, 2025.

​

This class is designed for all levels including those who want to improve their drawing skills to those who want to continue at their own level and work on specific skills. We will work with charcoal, pencil and ink as the major drawing tools. For those who want to add color to their drawings, pastels can also be incorporated.

​

If you want to know more about basic drawing skills like perspective, tonal drawing, creating structure, etc. this is the class for you. We will also investigate “the figure” studying the Masters’ figure drawings from references in books and the Internet; Rubens, Del Sarto, Michelangelo, etc.

​

Material list available upon registration.

​

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

​

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

​

In 2019 Chris began his participation in Arthouse. NYC’s “Healthcare Heroes Show”. He has memorialized several healthcare workers who lost their lives during the height of the Covid pandemic. These oil portraits were given to their families and were on view at the Big Plaza Screen in New York City.

​

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

​

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

​

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. 

​

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

​

Friday Happy Hour Series ft. Kriss & Buzz Gordo

​

Free Admission

​

All ages with parent/guardian

​

Music starts at 5 PM

​

FRIDAY HAPPY HOUR SERIES FT. KRISS & BUZZ GORDO

​

Kriss Santala is bringing the jams back to Friday happy hours here at Cafe Nine! Come down from 5-7 PM and enjoy performances by some of New Haven's best musicians and singers, and best of all, admission is FREE! Bring some money for the musician's tip jar and get your weekend kicked off right at Cafe Nine.

​

Buzz Gordo and Darla Dangler, a/k/a Gary Mezzi and Kriss Santala, have been musical collaborators on the New Haven scene for many years, dating back to when Kriss sang background vocals on recording and live shows with Buzz’s old Band Big Bad Johns. They’ve shared a lot of stages over the years, but this is the first time they are playing out as a duo proper.

​

You know Darla from her namesake band The Danglers as well as from groups like La Tunda, the Hiccups, the Who Whos, and more. Buzz currently fronts Bronson Rock, and was guitarist and songwriter for Gone Native and Big Bad Johns.

​

At this show, expect a mix of originals and covers, with close country harmonies and hot guitar solos. Shout out a request, and we bet they will know it.

​

Cafe Nine

​

250 State Street

​

New Haven, CT 06510

​

Join us for a special preview of our annual tag sale.  The preview will be held from 5-7pm on 09/26/25.  Entry for the preview is $10 which includes refreshments & a free raffle ticket.  Tag Sale will be held 09/27/25 8:30am-2pm (free admission). Furniture, Clothing, Artwork, Decorative Items, Toys, Household Wares, Jewelry, Antiques and much more! All proceeds to benefit Christ Church. We are graciously accepting donations of gently used items through September 21st. Any questions, please contact the church office. Thank you for your support!

​

The 2025-2026 Schola Cantorum season begins with the much-loved setting of Jesu, meine freude (BWV 227) by J.S. Bach. The program also includes Domine, salvum fac Regem (Dieterich Buxtehude), O lieber, Herre Gott (Heinrich   Schütz) and Selig sind die Toten (Heinrich Schütz).

​

Free and open to the public.

​

View event page

​

This event will not be livestreamed, but will be recorded and made available to view online afterward.

​

There will also be a free pre-concert talk at Christ Church prior to the concert. View details.

​

Contact: Jeff Hazewinkel

​

Schola Cantorum is a chamber choir that performs sacred music from the sixteenth century to the present day in concert settings and choral services around the world. It is sponsored by Yale Institute of Sacred Music and led by interim conductor Stefan Parkman. Masaaki Suzuki is the ensemble’s principal guest conductor. Open by audition to students from all departments and professional schools across Yale University, the choir has a special interest in historically informed performance practice, often in collaboration with instrumentalists from Juilliard415.

​

Children ages 8 through 12 are welcome to join the Allegro Musical Theater Workshop in preparing for performances of the musical "Oliver Twist" in January, 2026. Class meets weekly on Friday evenings, 5:30- 7 PM for the 18 week session. Cast members get to choose their parts and all costumes are provided. Singing and dancing roles are available. Come try a class and join the fun!  No previous acting experience necessary.

​

Email allegropaacademy@gmail.com or Call 203 458-1929!

​

Join us in celebration of Johnisha Matthews Levi,  who is coming to the space to discuss her stirring new memoir,[Number's Up: Cracking the Code of an American Family](https://possiblefuturesbooks.com/item/BYHrBGnWD-paURba10nSw)_, which recounts how public policy has directly disrupted Black institutions and communities, including her own family. Johnisha will be in conversation with Ferentz Lafargue.

​

More about the book:

​

For four decades, Johnisha Matthews Levi believed a conventional story about her birth, picturing her happy parents at the hospital together. While sorting through her late mother's belongings, however, she discovered a document indicating that her father was instead serving time in Lorton Correctional Complex. This revelation, along with rumors about an FBI investigation of her deceased parents' "private business," leads Levi to unearth the hidden history of her family. She ties this story to public policy, demonstrating how state lottery legalization and the War on Drugs disrupted the Black institutions and communities in Washington, DC.

​

Levi's stirring memoir centers on her brilliant but troubled father, a Black World War II radioman who, facing economic barriers after his naval service, reinvents himself as a "numbers man" for an underground gambling operation. The job enables John Matthews to provide for his loved ones and to achieve a level of success far beyond his childhood dreams in the impoverished Jim Crow South. In the process, he becomes an indirect target of law enforcement.

​

By examining the circumstances of her father's incarceration, Levi explores how multiple generations of the Matthews family have been haunted by the specter of violence against Black people. Number's Up offers a unique but quintessentially American story of survival through ingenuity as it asks: Is forgiveness the sole means of moving forward?

​

More about Johnisha:

​

Born and raised in Washington, DC, Johnisha Matthews Levi (she/her) brings a critical eye to her writing based on her experiences as a development professional for social impact nonprofits, a former litigation attorney, and a culinarian. She graduated from Harvard University, New York University School of Law, and Johnson & Wales University. Her writing has appeared in Yes! Media, Wildsam, the kitchn, and Northern Virginia Magazine. She currently lives in Nashville, Tennessee with her husband, Jon. Number’s Up is her first book.

​

More about Farentz:

​

Ferentz Lafargue is an Asssociate Dean Residential College Life, Yale College, Director Mellon Mays and Edward A. Bouchet Undergraduate Fellowship Programs at Yale University. Dean Lafargue earned his PhD in African American and American Studies here at Yale and his teaching on nineteenth and post-twentieth century African American and Caribbean Literature and Culture. He is the author of Songs in the Key of My Life. His writing has appeared in such venues as 215 Magazine(link is external), Americas Quarterly(link is external), The Huffington Post(link is external), Next American City(link is external), Social Science Research Council(link is external) and Social Text: Periscope(link is external).

​

September 26, 2025

​

Elks Club  

44 Maynard St.  

Middletown, CT

​

Doors open @ 6PM  

Dinner @ 7PM and event ends @ 9PM

​

Dinner includes: Pasta, meatballs, salad, bread + dessert & coffee

​

Wine, beer & cocktails available at the cash bar

​

Door Prizes & Raffles!

​

$30 PER PERSON

​

Seating available for advance purchase by clicking on this form. Or mail a check to Cat Tales, PO BOX 901, Middletown, CT 06457. Please write "Pasta Dinner" on your check and include the names of those you are purchasing for/number of seats on the check.

​

NO TICKETS WILL BE ISSUED FOR THIS EVENT. YOU WILL BE PLACED ON THE ATTENDEE LIST.

​

SEATING AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE THROUGH SEP

​

William Blake was a picture maker and a storyteller. Find inspiration in the exhibition William Blake: Burning Bright to tell stories through drawing, writing, and collage. 

​

About “Exploring-art-ism”

​

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

​

Once again Spectrum Art Gallery will have pieces that feature the colors and textures of Fall as we say goodbye to Summer and turn the gallery into an autumn adventure. 

​

The show opens with a reception on Friday, September 19, 6:30 - 8:30pm with wine and food. The Open House Weekend is Saturday,September 20, from 1-6 pm and Sunday, September 21, 1-5pm. The show closes on November 8, 2025.

​

Welcome to FUELD , Connecticut’s premier fitness and wellness event — where community, movement, and self-growth collide. Join us for an all-day indoor/outdoor experience featuring:

​

• 💪 Group workouts led by top local gyms
• 🧘‍♀️ Uplifting yoga sessions throughout the day
• 🏋️ Lifting competitions to test your power
• 🎧 Live DJ sets to keep the energy high
• 🥗 Healthy food + drink vendors from across the state
• 🛍️ A curated market of wellness brands, local shops, and recovery tools

​

Whether you’re a hardcore lifter, a wellness warrior, or just looking for good vibes and even better company — FUELD is your space to move, connect, and recharge.

​

Join our Student Guides to learn more about In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art. Each tour is created by a Student Guide to explore a specific theme in the museum’s collection. 

​

Tours meet in the Entrance Court by the Visitors Service Desk

​

Join us for a screening of the Academy Award winning film At Eternity’s Gate starring Willem DaFoe! After the screening, there will be an art show and reception at the BACA Art Gallery from 4-6pm featuring pieces inspired by the painting style of Vincent van Gogh.

​

Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.

​

Presented by Branford Arts & Cultural Alliance.

​

4:00 - 6:00 PM: BACA Gallery in Branford: Relax over afternoon refreshments and see works by BACA Gallery artists painted in the style of Dutch Post Impressionist Vincent Van Gogh. Free

​

2:00 - 4:00 PM Blackstone Memorial Library in Branford: Film - Academy Award- winning biographical film "At Eternity's Gate," about Van Gogh in his final years. Free. Register at https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/at-eternitys-gate-movie-screening-23694

​

New Haven Oktoberfest 2025 🎉

​

Get ready to celebrate Oktoberfest like never before with the Official Oktoberfest Bar Crawl! On Saturday, September 27th, 2025, starting at 4:00 PM, immerse yourself in the ultimate Oktoberfest party experience. Join fellow Oktoberfest lovers, party enthusiasts, and bar-hopping pros as we take over the best bars and venues. Don't miss this unforgettable Oktoberfest event—grab your tickets now and get ready for a night of fun, drinks, and epic memories!

​

Albany New Haven Event Details 🍻

​

• Date: 📅 Saturday, September 27th, 2025
• Time: ⏰ 4:00 PM
• Location: 📍 Multiple Bars & Venues
• Tickets & Info: Visit PubCrawls.com

​

What’s Included with Your New Haven Oktoberfest Bar Crawl Ticket? 🎟️

​

• 🌟 Access to 4+ Venues: Enjoy top bars with exclusive entry and no cover charges.
• 💸 Official Pub Crawls Wristband: Unlock access to drink specials and exclusive Oktoberfest perks.
• 🗺️ Digital Bar Crawl Map: Easily navigate the crawl with your interactive map.
• 💰 Drink Specials: Sip on seasonal and discounted drinks throughout the night.
• 🎉 Free After-Party Access: Keep the fun going at the official after-party!
• 🎶 Live Entertainment: Experience DJs, bands, and the best vibes at select venues.
• 📺 Social Media Spotlight: Share your bar crawl adventures for a chance to be featured on PubCrawls.com.
• 👔 Friendly On-Site Staff: Our dedicated team is here to ensure your event runs smoothly.

​

How to Join the Oktoberfest Fun 🍺

​

• 💳 Secure Your Ticket: Get your ticket early for the best deals and guaranteed access.
• 📍 Check-In: Arrive at your designated check-in location (details provided in your ticket) to collect your wristband.
• 🎤 Start Crawling: Use your wristband for waived door covers, exclusive drink deals, and access to all participating bars.

​

Insider Tips for the Best Oktoberfest Bar Crawl 🍻

​

• 📧 Stay Updated: Check your email for event updates and special promotions.
• 🗺️ Use the Digital Map: Navigate the crawl with ease and hit every venue.
• ⏰ Arrive on Time: Check in promptly to maximize your bar crawl experience.
• 🚗 Plan Your Ride: Arrange for a safe ride home and drink responsibly.

​

Important Guidelines ⚠️

​

• 🔞 Age Requirement: You must be 21+ with a valid ID to participate.
• 💵 All Sales Final: No refunds. Please review our FAQ for more details.
• 🚨 Drink Responsibly: Prioritize safety for a fun and memorable night. Never drink and drive.

​

Need Help? 📞

​

We’re here to help! Contact us 24/7 for questions about tickets, venues, or event details at Info@pubcrawls.com. Visit PubCrawls.com for more info and exclusive discounts.

​

Let’s make The Official Oktoberfest Bar Crawl the event of the year! Secure your tickets now and get ready for an incredible celebration. Prost! 🎉🍺

​

Embark on your woodworking journey with A Cut(ting Board) Above the Rest, where the art of crafting meets the practicality of creating a custom, handmade piece. Whether you're new to woodworking or looking to elevate your kitchen game, this introductory class led by Akeera is the perfect opportunity to delve into the world of woodcraft.

​

What to Expect:

​

In this hands-on class, Akeera will guide you through the step-by-step process of crafting your very own cutting board. Learn the essential skills of woodworking as you gain hands-on experience with a planer, table saw, chop saw, and sander. Discover the art of finishing as you apply mineral oil to bring out the natural beauty of your creation.

​

Workshop Highlights:

​

• Tool Mastery: Gain proficiency in using essential woodworking tools, including the planer, table saw, chop saw, and sander.
• Hands-On Crafting: Roll up your sleeves and delve into the art of woodworking, creating your own custom cutting board under expert guidance.
• Finishing Flourish: Learn the finishing touches as you apply mineral oil to enhance the aesthetics and durability of your handmade cutting board.
• Safety First: Experience woodworking in a safe and supervised environment with provided safety goggles and materials.

​

Safety First:

​

• Closed-Toe Shoes: Wear closed-toe shoes to protect your feet from potential hazards such as falling objects or splinters.
•  
• Avoid Loose Items: Secure loose items like jewelry, hoodie strings, and any dangling accessories to prevent them from getting caught in machinery.
•  
• Dress Appropriately: Choose clothing that covers your arms and legs to minimize exposure to wood dust and other workshop materials.
•  
• Safety Goggles: Safety goggles will be provided, but if you have your own pair, feel free to bring them for a customized fit.
•  

​

No Experience Necessary:

​

This class welcomes participants of all experience levels, making it an excellent opportunity for woodworking enthusiasts who may initially feel intimidated or those who prefer structured learning.

​

Lunch Break:

​

Enjoy a scheduled break roughly halfway through the class for lunch, providing a moment to recharge and connect with fellow woodworking enthusiasts. (Lunch is not included with the workshop, but there are many excellent options within a few blocks of MakeHaven in all directions.)

​

Instructor: Akeera Peterkin

​

Workshop Ticket Fee:

​

Standard Public Ticket $115.00

​

MakeHaven Members: $98.00

​

You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

​

https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=543&reset=1&reset=1

​

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

​

In this festive fall sewing class, students will learn basic skills like hand stitching, embroidery, and how to use a sewing machine. We’ll design and sew original costumes—for yourself, a pet, a doll, or anyone you choose—perfect for Halloween or any dress-up occasion.

​

No store-bought ideas here—bring your imagination and get creative! Fabric scraps will be provided, but students are welcome to bring textiles from home to reuse and recycle.

​

Let’s get stitching and bring your ideas to life!

​

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

​

Once again Spectrum Art Gallery will have pieces that feature the colors and textures of Fall as we say goodbye to Summer and turn the gallery into an autumn adventure. 

​

The show opens with a reception on Friday, September 19, 6:30 - 8:30pm with wine and food. The Open House Weekend is Saturday,September 20, from 1-6 pm and Sunday, September 21, 1-5pm. The show closes on November 8, 2025.

​

 Galapagos Islands Trip Inspires September Exhibit at City Gallery

​

Inspired by a recent trip to the Galapagos Islands, artist Sheila Kaczmarek has created a mesmerizing collection of new mixed media and clay work for the September exhibit at City Gallery. INVISIBLE SHORES will be on view from September 5 - September 28, with an Opening Reception on Sunday, September 14: 3 - 5 pm. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12pm - 4 pm, or by appointment. For further information please contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.

​

In this workshop, celebrate fall and harvest time by learning to craft four Autumn cards for friends and family. Learn to use water coloring and explore card layout and composition. Take home a detailed instruction workshop sheet, list of supplies, information about the techniques and photos of the card/s. To make more cards at home, you will receive a kit which will include white cardstock, die cut pieces, coordinating colored cardstock and any other supplies needed to make cards on your own. All cards made in the workshop include envelopes.

​

Introducing Nancy Souza, a teacher, mixed media artist and crafter. Creating unique cards and paper projects using a variety of techniques, colorful cardstock and card layouts including inks, stencils, collage, upcycled vintage items, and more. Souza is a certified teacher, teaching at the elementary & high school levels and graduate level courses at Sacred Heart University Griswold High School campus, including her 6th Year post graduate level.

​

Twenty-six years ago, a teaching colleague suggested Nancy sign up for a local card making class and the rest is history. It’s been an interesting and rewarding crafting journey both taking classes, sharing with crafting friends and teaching fellow crafters. Souza is a proud Certified Educator, completing 85 cards/projects posted on her Blog and a virtual class demo. Now she is creating samples for Altenew using new release items…and of course, her favorite color is glitter!

​

Souza’s work is currently exhibited at Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook, Connecticut.

​

Zentangle turns drawings into artistic designs while reducing stress and improving focus. Learning Zentangle improves manual dexterity and problem solving to turn mistakes into creative positives. No previous Zentangle experience is necessary.

​

In this class create several Zentangle “Tiles”. Tiles are usually square 4×4 smooth white cardstock.

​

Learn to draw specific “ tangles” or unique patterns on the tiles. Copies of Zentangle books will be provided for inspiration as well as colored pencils and assorted permanent markers. Learn circular and free-form shaped “tangles” experimenting with your favorite colors when ready. As class progresses you create your own “tangles” based on 5 of your favorite activities.

​

The final class focuses on finishing your 16×24 inch painting on canvas, drawing your “tangles” with permanent markers and highlighting areas with other mixed media. Your finished painting will be your own Zentangle Abstract Self Portrait!!

​

Sharon Lee Mullen-Reynolds knew in High School that she was to be an Art teacher. That is exactly what she did; for 36 years she taught Visual Art in the city of New Haven. Her career hi-light was teaching 22 years at the Betsy Ross Arts Magnet Middle School. During her tenure there she was a published Fellow at Yale N.H.Teachers Institute for 2 years, the Department Chairperson for 8 years and creator of As Far As The Eye Can See a school-wide art exhibit.

​

Since her retirement in 2016, she has been attending numerous art exhibits and installations locally and in NYC, specifically Frida Kahlo’s exhibit at the Brooklyn Art Museum which led her to create Frida- inspired floral headpieces. In 2017 she started The Kindness Rock art installation at the Branford Festival.

​

Sharon is an artist who believes that art can heal your soul. In 2022 she sold her headpieces at the Ukrainian Roman Catholic church for the benefit of Ukraine’s War effort and donated 5 Ukrainian Strong “Petals for Peace” paintings to raise additional funds. These paintings were showcased on Channel 8 news.

​

In addition to her headpieces, Sharon works in mixed-media, crafts, collage, and watercolor landscape en plein air. Sharon’s artwork has been exhibited at City-Wide Open Studios, The ARTS Council, Calligraphers Guild, and is currently exhibited at Spectrum Gallery in Centerbrook, Connecticut.

​

 Kids Sushi Cooking Class at Spice Club, Niantic

​

Hey there, little chefs! Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and create some delicious temaki and maki rolls? Join us at Pink Basil for a fun and interactive sushi cooking class just for kids! Learn how to make your own sushi from scratch with fresh ingredients and expert guidance. This in-person event will take place at Pink Basil in Mystic, so come hungry and get ready to have a blast! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to become a sushi master! We also cater to food allergies with vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options.

​

For our first meeting, we will read Victorian Psycho by Virginia Feito. Future books will be decided on by all members.

​

Link to an NPR article on the book: https://www.npr.org/2025/02/02/nx-s1-5022911/virginia-feito-discusses-her-darkly-funny-new-novel-victorian-psycho

​

Join our Student Guides to learn more about In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art. Each tour is created by a Student Guide to explore a specific theme in the museum’s collection. 

​

Tours meet in the Entrance Court by the Visitors Service Desk

​

 The New National Tour debuts September 25 at the Shubert Theatre!

​

From Tudor Queens to Pop Icons, the  SIX  wives of Henry VIII take the microphone to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into a Euphoric Celebration of 21st century girl power! This new original musical is the global sensation that everyone is losing their head over!

​

The New York Times says  SIX  “TOTALLY RULES!” (Critic's Pick) and The Washington Post hails  SIX  as "Exactly the kind of energizing, inspirational illumination this town aches for!"

​

The  SIX : LIVE ON OPENING NIGHT Broadway album debuted at Number 1 on the Billboard cast album charts and surpassed one billion streams worldwide!

​