Community Events Calendar
Long Days
June 12-19
By Gabe Mckinley
World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."
Long Days
The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Spring Members Exhibition on view from May 1 – June 19, 2025. The opening reception is Thursday, May 1 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public.
“This exhibition honors the return of spring and celebrates the lively and creative energy of the season. We are delighted to have renowned artist Howard Park serve as our awards judge,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban.
The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours (Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm; Thursday, 9am to 7pm; Friday, 9am to 12pm).
CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and beyond working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and critique sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.
Clinton Art Society Presents Spring Members Exhibition
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
In today’s fast-paced digital world, you don’t need a massive budget or expensive tools to elevate your marketing efforts. The resources you already have—such as your website, email database, relationships you’ve built, or even your physical location—are powerful assets that can help you boost your brand’s visibility and engagement. By strategically leveraging these existing tools, you can unlock your marketing potential and see significant results without overspending. This webinar will provide a clear understanding of how to take full advantage of the tools and assets you already own to craft a marketing strategy that feels both personalized and powerful. It’s time to work smarter, not harder, and turn what you already own into your most effective marketing assets! With support from M&T Bank.
SCORE Webinar: Leverage the Media Tools You Own
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211
Nature Up Close
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
Long Days
June 12-19
By Gabe Mckinley
World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."
Long Days
The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Spring Members Exhibition on view from May 1 – June 19, 2025. The opening reception is Thursday, May 1 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public.
“This exhibition honors the return of spring and celebrates the lively and creative energy of the season. We are delighted to have renowned artist Howard Park serve as our awards judge,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban.
The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours (Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm; Thursday, 9am to 7pm; Friday, 9am to 12pm).
CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and beyond working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and critique sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.
Clinton Art Society Presents Spring Members Exhibition
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211
Nature Up Close
This class provides step-by-step instruction for those seeking the fundamentals of watercolor painting. Class includes demos and structured exercises. Participants learn color mixing, dark and light and basic color theory principles. Different brush stroke techniques are addressed for specific effects i.e. wet on wet & dry stubble applications. Participants paint from still life setups and/or photo references from home. Everyone is encouraged to work on an ongoing painting at home to help solidify techniques learned in class. This piece may be brought into class on the last day for an open critique session. Instructor will work with you at your level even if you have taken watercolor in the past. Material list available upon registration.
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.
Chris grew up in Europe and Westchester County. He currently resides in Salem, Connecticut.
Experiencing Watercolors Continued
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.
For more information, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/docent-tour-collection-highlight-28
YCBA Collection Highlight Tour
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
Long Days
June 12-19
By Gabe Mckinley
World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."
Long Days
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
March 22 – September 7, 2025 | Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission EXCEPT Friday, April 18 (Good Friday); Saturday, April 19 (Holy Saturday); Sunday, April 20 (Easter); Saturday, June 7; and Friday, July 4 (Independence Day).
Separated by 2,781 miles and on two different continents, Iraqi and Nigerian Christians share similar stories of persecution. From 2014-2018, portions of Northern Iraq were under the control of the militant group Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), and many religious minorities, including Christians, experienced persecution and violence as a result. In the northern and central portions of Nigeria, violence towards Christians and other minority groups has also increased in recent years at the hands of Boko Haram and other groups.
The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is honored to share the stories of those displaced in Iraq and Nigeria through Among the Persecuted and Displaced — a collection of photographs taken by Stephen Rasche. The Knights of Columbus has sponsored some of Rasche’s work in both countries, bringing to light the atrocities inflicted on those persecuted for their faith.
Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/among-the-persecuted-and-displaced/
Exhibit | Among the Persecuted and Displaced: Photographs from Iraq & Nigeria
Learn about the importance native plants and pollinators play in urban landscapes. There is a native plant sale too!
All Things Pollinators
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211
Nature Up Close
In this class learn to create layers of soft pastels to build up a recognizable image or object. Blocking in values from light to dark and understanding light to hard application on paper. In the beginning of class, simple still life set ups will be used i.e. two pieces of fruit in a bowl, etc. The light source and an investigation of color ranges that can be applied to any given object will also be explored. There will be demonstrations of techniques that will help all levels. Pastels are a wonderful opportunity for those who want to continue to hone their drawing skills with the new dimension of color. Finally, fixative spraying will be reviewed including how many layers are necessary. The last two classes will focus on a more complicated still life set up in an effort to create a completed piece of artwork. Instructor will work individually with participants with more pastel experience. 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.
Chris grew up in Europe and Westchester County. He currently resides in Salem, Connecticut.
Pastels Continue
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
Inspired by the real stories of New Haven apizza pioneers, Family Business: (A)Pizza Play follows the Carbonizatto family’s pizza shop from it’s immigrant beginnings as it passes down over generations. This production explores New Haven’s pizza magic (la magia dell'apizza) from New Haven’s cultural and historic connection to pizza.
Family Business: (A)Pizza Play is a special collaboration with CitySeed and Sanctuary Kitchen, highlighting New Haven’s food culture, and celebrating the impact of 100 years of immigrant entrepreneurship in New Haven. Performances are at 162 James St., New Haven, future home of CitySeed’s operations, food incubator, and Sanctuary Kitchen.
THE CARBONIZATTO STORY
Pizza is a big deal in New Haven. We’re the Pizza Capital of America, after all. A Broken Umbrella Theatre has always wanted to tell the New Haven Apizza story, but not as a biography of any pizzaioli, but as a story of all of them. To do that, they took New Haven’s Apizza people and joined them into the fictionalized Carbonizzatto Family. Carbonizzatto, from the Italian for “carbonized” — a knowing wink to the black-dusted fingers walking out of any apizza shop.
Last year, in A Slice, we saw multiple generations of the Carbonizzattos throughout history, but always in New Haven and always at their pizza shop. The Carbonizattos struggled from generation to generation as they grappled with what they owe to future Carbonizattos — and what did they owe to those who came before? Because this is part of a larger story, and it’s not just about Apizza, it’s about a family. A Slice was only the seed for this full production, or as Bruno Cantante sings in the show, “One slice don’t make a pie.”
Family Business: (A)Pizza Play
Inspired by the real stories of New Haven apizza pioneers, Family Business: (A)Pizza Play follows the Carbonizatto family’s pizza shop from it’s immigrant beginnings as it passes down over generations. This production explores New Haven’s pizza magic (la magia dell'apizza) from New Haven’s cultural and historic connection to pizza.
Family Business: (A)Pizza Play is a special collaboration with CitySeed and Sanctuary Kitchen, highlighting New Haven’s food culture, and celebrating the impact of 100 years of immigrant entrepreneurship in New Haven. Performances are at 162 James St., New Haven, future home of CitySeed’s operations, food incubator, and Sanctuary Kitchen.
THE CARBONIZATTO STORY
Pizza is a big deal in New Haven. We’re the Pizza Capital of America, after all. A Broken Umbrella Theatre has always wanted to tell the New Haven Apizza story, but not as a biography of any pizzaioli, but as a story of all of them. To do that, they took New Haven’s Apizza people and joined them into the fictionalized Carbonizzatto Family. Carbonizzatto, from the Italian for “carbonized” — a knowing wink to the black-dusted fingers walking out of any apizza shop.
Last year, in A Slice, we saw multiple generations of the Carbonizzattos throughout history, but always in New Haven and always at their pizza shop. The Carbonizattos struggled from generation to generation as they grappled with what they owe to future Carbonizattos — and what did they owe to those who came before? Because this is part of a larger story, and it’s not just about Apizza, it’s about a family. A Slice was only the seed for this full production, or as Bruno Cantante sings in the show, “One slice don’t make a pie.”
Family Business: (A)Pizza Play
Long Days
June 12-19
By Gabe Mckinley
World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."
Long Days
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
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/
Exhibit | Francis: Pope of the Peripheries
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Celebrate Father’s Day at Shore Line Trolley Museum!
This Father’s Day, give Dad the gift of extraordinary memories at the Shore Line Trolley Museum. Join us for a day filled with vintage charm, scenic rides, and special treats, as we honor the fathers who bring joy and warmth to our lives.
Vintage Trolley Rides Along the Farm River: Embark on a journey through time with Dad aboard our vintage trolley cars. Take in the breathtaking views along the scenic Farm River, creating cherished moments against the backdrop of historical charm. Trolleys run regularly throughout the day!
Dad’s Special Treat – Free Admission: In appreciation of all the amazing Dads out there, we’re offering free admission for fathers with the purchase of one regular admission. Let’s make Dad’s day extra special with a unique and relaxing experience. Tickets available online or at the door.
Create Lasting Memories – Reserve Your Tickets Today! Make this Father’s Day unforgettable with a visit to the Shore Line Trolley Museum. Purchase your tickets online or at the door for a day of laughter, love, and appreciation for the amazing fathers in our lives. Join us as we celebrate Dad in vintage style!
Father’s Day Trolley Rides
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211
Nature Up Close
An Exhibit of Abstract Watercolor and Mixed Media Assemblages featuring Work by Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler
Celebrate the summer solstice with an exciting new show at City Gallery. Kathy Kane and Karen Wheeler present an exhibit of abstract watercolor landscapes and handmade paper and mixed media assemblages in SOLSTICE, on view from June 6 - June 29. The Opening Reception on Sunday, June 8, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m., is open to the public. City Gallery is located at 994 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511. Gallery hours are Friday - Sunday, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., or by appointment. For more, contact City Gallery, info@city-gallery.org, www.city-gallery.org.
SOLSTICE at City Gallery
Join the Yale Choral Artists and Victory Players, led by Dr. Jeffrey Douma, for a powerful world premiere performance of Cancionero de Luto (Mourning Songbook) by Armando Bayolo. Cancionero de Luto is an ecumenical response to death and suffering, seeking to find common ground among different faiths (or lack thereof) as we face this one experience common to all of humanity. Experience the emotional depth and beauty of this work in the stunning acoustics of Sprague Hall—a concert you won’t want to miss!
Cancionero De Luto
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Spring Members Exhibition on view from May 1 – June 19, 2025. The opening reception is Thursday, May 1 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public.
“This exhibition honors the return of spring and celebrates the lively and creative energy of the season. We are delighted to have renowned artist Howard Park serve as our awards judge,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban.
The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours (Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm; Thursday, 9am to 7pm; Friday, 9am to 12pm).
CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and beyond working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and critique sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.
Clinton Art Society Presents Spring Members Exhibition
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Spring Members Exhibition on view from May 1 – June 19, 2025. The opening reception is Thursday, May 1 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public.
“This exhibition honors the return of spring and celebrates the lively and creative energy of the season. We are delighted to have renowned artist Howard Park serve as our awards judge,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban.
The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours (Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm; Thursday, 9am to 7pm; Friday, 9am to 12pm).
CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and beyond working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and critique sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.
Clinton Art Society Presents Spring Members Exhibition
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
Are you looking to improve your throwing skills? Seeking to center your clay and yourself? Do you need a hand with hand building?
This class offers an opportunity to work towards your goals in clay and further your individual projects with differentiated instruction.
Wear clothes that can get dirty and closed toe shoes.
Pottery tool kits are available for sale in the studio for $27. Cash or check only. Firing fees are $3/pound. Cash or check only.
Includes one 3-hour weekly practice session during monitored practice hours on a first-come, first-served basis.
Centering with Clay: Focusing on Foundations
The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Spring Members Exhibition on view from May 1 – June 19, 2025. The opening reception is Thursday, May 1 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public.
“This exhibition honors the return of spring and celebrates the lively and creative energy of the season. We are delighted to have renowned artist Howard Park serve as our awards judge,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban.
The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours (Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm; Thursday, 9am to 7pm; Friday, 9am to 12pm).
CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and beyond working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and critique sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.
Clinton Art Society Presents Spring Members Exhibition
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211
Nature Up Close
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
You thought you knew what was coming. You thought you knew what the end would be. But when you get there, you realize it is something entirely different. It makes you think, “Hmmm… wasn’t expecting that!”
This year we Stir the Style with narratives of surprise, disappointment, triumph, and transformation—tales where the destination wasn't quite what was imagined, but the journey proved remarkable nonetheless.
You might find yourself laughing at life's unpredictable nature or shedding tears in shared understanding. Each person's reaction will be uniquely their own, as personal as the memories these works evoke.
What we can promise is an engaging evening that resonates with your own life experiences, leaving you entertained, moved, and perhaps seeing your own journey in a new light.
Musical Guest: Lara Herscovitch
Stir the Style: Wasn't Expecting That...
Long Days
June 12-19
By Gabe Mckinley
World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."
Long Days
The Clinton Art Society (CAS) is pleased to present the Spring Members Exhibition on view from May 1 – June 19, 2025. The opening reception is Thursday, May 1 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm and is free and open to the public.
“This exhibition honors the return of spring and celebrates the lively and creative energy of the season. We are delighted to have renowned artist Howard Park serve as our awards judge,” said CAS President Robin Hammeal-Urban.
The exhibition is at the Andrews Memorial Town Hall, 54 E. Main Street in Clinton, CT and is open during regular Town Hall hours (Monday through Wednesday, 9am to 4pm; Thursday, 9am to 7pm; Friday, 9am to 12pm).
CAS is a vibrant arts community with members from across the state and beyond working in all fine art media. The organization sponsors exhibitions, plein air events, and critique sessions. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact CAS at casclinton@gmail.com or visit clintonartsocietyct.org.
Clinton Art Society Presents Spring Members Exhibition
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
March 22 – September 7, 2025 | Exhibition open Wednesday through Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking and admission EXCEPT Friday, April 18 (Good Friday); Saturday, April 19 (Holy Saturday); Sunday, April 20 (Easter); Saturday, June 7; and Friday, July 4 (Independence Day).
Separated by 2,781 miles and on two different continents, Iraqi and Nigerian Christians share similar stories of persecution. From 2014-2018, portions of Northern Iraq were under the control of the militant group Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), and many religious minorities, including Christians, experienced persecution and violence as a result. In the northern and central portions of Nigeria, violence towards Christians and other minority groups has also increased in recent years at the hands of Boko Haram and other groups.
The Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center is honored to share the stories of those displaced in Iraq and Nigeria through Among the Persecuted and Displaced — a collection of photographs taken by Stephen Rasche. The Knights of Columbus has sponsored some of Rasche’s work in both countries, bringing to light the atrocities inflicted on those persecuted for their faith.
Learn more: https://www.michaelmcgivneycenter.org/exhibits/among-the-persecuted-and-displaced/
Exhibit | Among the Persecuted and Displaced: Photographs from Iraq & Nigeria
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211
Nature Up Close
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
Long Days
June 12-19
By Gabe Mckinley
World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."
Long Days
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
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/
Exhibit | Francis: Pope of the Peripheries
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211
Nature Up Close
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.
For more information, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/docent-tour-collection-highlight-29
YCBA Collection Highlight Tour
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
Join us June 20th at Armada Brewing to celebrate our 10-year anniversary!
The evening will be packed with activities:
🎸 Live Music
🚛 Food Trucks
🎯 Lawn Games
🎲 Board Games
🔪 Murder Mystery Event (Limited Enrollment)
🔮 Tarot Readings
🗣️ Conversations in the Dark
🐦⬛ Crow Trinket Trading Station by our friends at @WitchBitchThrift
🧞♂️ Wishing Well
☕️ Mix-Your-Own Apothecary Tea Services
🎁 Prizes & Giveaways
🗝️ 10th Anniversary ENH Swag
🍺 Special Edition “Escape Artist” Beer
& NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN, ONE-NIGHT-ONLY PUZZLES & CHALLENGES FROM YOUR FAVORITE GAME DESIGNERS! 🧩😎
This is a ticketed event. Children ages 10-18 need to be accompanied by adult. Children under the age of 10 are free.
[SOLD OUT] Early Bird Tickets: $8 - First 100 tickets!
Advance Tickets: $15 - LIMITED AVAILABILITY
Day of Event: $20
$50 VIP Add-on Available (limited availability)
Escape New Haven's 10 Year Anniversary Extravaganza
Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company on the Connecticut shoreline, will present We’ve Got Magic to Do: The Music of Stephen Schwartz for four performances from June 20-22 at the MLS theater tent on the grounds of Madison’s historic Deacon John Grave House.
Featuring a talented ensemble of eight singers and a live band, the production will showcase beloved songs by the legendary composer behind Wicked, Pippin, Godspell and more.
This musical celebration pays homage to the Tony Award-winning composer, spotlighting the extensive songbook from both his iconic stage productions and from his acclaimed film scores, including The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Prince of Egypt.
With a career spanning over five decades, Stephen Schwartz has crafted a remarkable repertoire of songs such as All Good Gifts, Corner of the Sky, Day by Day, Defying Gravity, For Good, Meadowlark, Magic to Do, Morning Glow, Popular,and many others, which have left an indelible mark on American musical theater.
We've Got Magic to Do: The Music of Stephen Schwartz
Long Days
June 12-19
By Gabe Mckinley
World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."
Long Days
Look for resident and migrating shorebirds, ducks, and raptors at Rocky Neck State Park with DPNC! This program is great for birders of all skill levels.
Meets at Rocky Neck State Park, located at 244 W. Main St. (Rte. 156), East Lyme, CT 06357 in the furthest beach parking lots on the right side.
Pre-registration is required. This program is suited for adults.
Rocky Neck State Park Birding with DPNC
🎨 Unlock Your Child’s Creativity at The Giggling Pig! 🖌️
Looking for the perfect art class for your child? The Giggling Pig offers engaging, age-appropriate programs designed to nurture creativity, build skills, and encourage self-expression in a fun and supportive environment!
✨ Beginner Class (Ages 4-6) – 1 Hour
Introduce your little artist to the fundamentals of art! Through guided instruction, kids explore blending, composition, and different techniques while having fun and developing their unique style.
🎭 Intermediate Class (Ages 7-9) – 1.5 Hours
A deeper dive into creativity! Students work more independently, experimenting with clay, watercolor, acrylic, mixed media, and more. They’ll learn composition, values, and color theory while creating detailed artwork.
📅 Classes held weekly—pre-registration required! Weekly attendance is encouraged but not required.
💰 Class packs available for savings opportunities!
Join us at The Giggling Pig, where imagination comes to life! 🌟
📍 Reserve your child’s spot today!
Art Class for Kids ages 4-9
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
A curated group of talented artists will gather to exhibit & sell their work on the beautifully manicured grounds of Beech Tree Cottages.
Saturday June 21, 2025 11:00 - 4:00
1187 Boston Post Road
Madison, CT 06443
Complimentary Beverages & Bites
Free Admission & Parking
@beechtreeartfair2025
Beech Tree Art Fair
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Spectrum Art Gallery and Artisans Store of Centerbrook presents Nature Up Close. As we move into the pleasures of summer, this exhibit invites us to take a closer look—at our gardens, blooming flowers, towering trees, and the intricate world of insects emerging with the season. Nature Up Close showcases original artwork that captures these intimate views through painting, sculpture, mixed media, and photography by both established and emerging artists. The exhibit runs through July 6. Also, Spectrum’s Artisans Store offers new pottery, glass, fiber, home décor, jewelry, clothing, and accessories, children's books and toys. Spectrum Art Gallery, 61 Main St., Centerbrook, Connecticut. Gallery and Store hours are Wednesday through Saturday (12-6 pm) and Sunday (12-5 pm). For more information about gallery exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for preteens and teens call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211
Nature Up Close
Start your day at The Audubon (corner of Orange & Audubon Streets)!
Pick up your FREE Heart of Audubon tote bag , event map, and voucher sheet. Visit participating locations, complete your map, and you’ll be entered to win an amazing raffle prize! *Pick up the tote bag between 1 and 3 pm. Raffle drawing at 4 pm.*
🎨 Creative Activities All Day Long
- Live music and DJ sets
- Paint to the Music
- Button making
- Hands-on fun for the whole family
Come celebrate creativity in the heart of New Haven!
Heart of Audubon Day | Shop • Create • Celebrate
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
PRESENTED BY INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF ARTS & IDEAS, YALE SCHWARZMAN CENTER AND NEW HAVEN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
City of Floating Sounds is an invitation to connect with our surroundings and each other. Experience a shifting soundscape as you journey through the city. Can you find other audience members to create a richer sound? Pushing the boundaries of classical music performance, City of Floating Sounds uses cutting-edge creative technology to take music out into the city. Guided by a bespoke mobile app, make your way through the streets of New Haven listening to fragments of Huang Ruo’ s meditative new work.As you get closer to the Green – and other audience members – the sound will expand, revealing more parts of the work. An opportunity to explore New Haven in a new light – the path you take and who you meet on your journey can all change what you hear.
The walking element of the event begins at 6PM from a series of locations approximately a 30 minute walk from the New Haven Green. The concert takes place at New Haven Green at 7PM and lasts 2 hours. The City of Floating Sounds walk requires audiences to download an app. The download link will be released 2 days before the event. Register here to receive the download link straight to your inbox.
Commissioned by Factory International, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, National Taichung Theater, Taiwan and West Kowloon Cultural District.
City of Floating Sounds
Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company on the Connecticut shoreline, will present We’ve Got Magic to Do: The Music of Stephen Schwartz for four performances from June 20-22 at the MLS theater tent on the grounds of Madison’s historic Deacon John Grave House.
Featuring a talented ensemble of eight singers and a live band, the production will showcase beloved songs by the legendary composer behind Wicked, Pippin, Godspell and more.
This musical celebration pays homage to the Tony Award-winning composer, spotlighting the extensive songbook from both his iconic stage productions and from his acclaimed film scores, including The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Prince of Egypt.
With a career spanning over five decades, Stephen Schwartz has crafted a remarkable repertoire of songs such as All Good Gifts, Corner of the Sky, Day by Day, Defying Gravity, For Good, Meadowlark, Magic to Do, Morning Glow, Popular,and many others, which have left an indelible mark on American musical theater.
We've Got Magic to Do: The Music of Stephen Schwartz
Inspired by the real stories of New Haven apizza pioneers, Family Business: (A)Pizza Play follows the Carbonizatto family’s pizza shop from it’s immigrant beginnings as it passes down over generations. This production explores New Haven’s pizza magic (la magia dell'apizza) from New Haven’s cultural and historic connection to pizza.
Family Business: (A)Pizza Play is a special collaboration with CitySeed and Sanctuary Kitchen, highlighting New Haven’s food culture, and celebrating the impact of 100 years of immigrant entrepreneurship in New Haven. Performances are at 162 James St., New Haven, future home of CitySeed’s operations, food incubator, and Sanctuary Kitchen.
THE CARBONIZATTO STORY
Pizza is a big deal in New Haven. We’re the Pizza Capital of America, after all. A Broken Umbrella Theatre has always wanted to tell the New Haven Apizza story, but not as a biography of any pizzaioli, but as a story of all of them. To do that, they took New Haven’s Apizza people and joined them into the fictionalized Carbonizzatto Family. Carbonizzatto, from the Italian for “carbonized” — a knowing wink to the black-dusted fingers walking out of any apizza shop.
Last year, in A Slice, we saw multiple generations of the Carbonizzattos throughout history, but always in New Haven and always at their pizza shop. The Carbonizattos struggled from generation to generation as they grappled with what they owe to future Carbonizattos — and what did they owe to those who came before? Because this is part of a larger story, and it’s not just about Apizza, it’s about a family. A Slice was only the seed for this full production, or as Bruno Cantante sings in the show, “One slice don’t make a pie.”
Family Business: (A)Pizza Play
Long Days
June 12-19
By Gabe Mckinley
World Premiere production by Gabe McKinley about a group of actors putting on a production of O’Neill’s LONG DAY’S JOURNEY INTO NIGHT at a regional theatre; a tragic and sometimes darkly humorous overlapping of themes amidst the plays with a deliciously compelling plot of what happens “behind the scenes."
Long Days
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
Young Artists' Show and Family Day
Expanding Visions celebrates the variety of its members’ styles with artwork that includes everything from hyperrealism to abstract. LAA is proud to announce the return of the Hudson Valley Art Association to our galleries for their 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition. Opening Reception: June 14 from 5 – 7pm.
Expanding Visions and Hudson Valley Art Association's 92nd Annual Juried Exhibition
Dive into the world of metalworking with the Bridgeport Manual Mill class, where safety meets the art of basic metal milling operations. This class equips participants with the essential skills to master the Bridgeport Mill, a standard manual knee-type vertical milling machine, while creating a functional and stylish project: a pair of metal 6-sided dice.
What to Expect:
In this comprehensive class, participants will learn to operate the Bridgeport Mill while gaining experience through a guided project. Topics covered include identifying the locations and functions of safety mechanisms, efficient installation and removal of cutting tools, proper clamping procedures, startup and speed selection sequences, accurate squaring of the machine's vise, and referencing the Machinists Handbook for tool selection, cutting speeds, and feeds.
Workshop Highlights:
- Safety First : Master the use of safety mechanisms, including the milling machine's E-stop, to ensure a secure working environment.
- Tool Mastery : Learn the art of swiftly installing and removing cutting tools, understanding proper clamping procedures, and selecting the right tools for the job.
- Startup Sequences : Navigate startup and speed selection sequences for optimal milling performance.
- Precision Techniques : Achieve accurate and safe squaring of the machine's vise and learn minor procedures for successful manual milling.
- Hands-on Project : Apply your new skills to mill your own pair of custom metal 6-sided dice, a perfect beginner-friendly project that combines creativity and precision.
- Problem-solving Skills : Discover techniques to salvage a part in case of mistakes or incorrect dimensions, ensuring a successful milling operation.
Prerequisite:
Participants must watch the following two videos before the class:
Bridgeport Vertical Milling Machine Basics
(Note: Participants must watch the two videos listed above. Anyone who has not watched the videos may be asked to leave, and no refund will be issued.)
Who Should Attend:
This class is open to individuals with no previous experience, providing a welcoming entry point into the world of manual milling.
Badge Earned:
Upon successful completion of this class and the online badging process, MakeHaven members will earn Bridgeport badge. Please allow 3-4 days for the update to appear on your profile.
Instructor: Brandon DaSilva
Workshop Ticket Fee::
Standard Public Ticket: $232.00
MakeHaven Members: $198.00
You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:
https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/civicrm/event/participant?reset=1&id=500
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
Precision Metal Milling: Bridgeport Essentials for Beginners
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Explore the Charm of Yesteryear at Shore Line Trolley Museum!
Spend an hour, spend the day – embark on a nostalgic journey with the Shore Line Trolley Museum! Open for visitors, our museum offers enchanting trolley rides and captivating tours that transport you back in time. Purchase your tickets online or at the door and enjoy unlimited access throughout the day!
Ticket Prices:
- $13 for Adults
- $12 for Folks 62+
- $10 for Children
- Kids under 2 ride FREE!
Please note that special events may have different pricing.
Operating Hours: 11 AM – 3 PM, Wed-Sun with trolley cars departing every hour. Our volunteer trolley operators will guide you through the oldest suburban street railway in the U.S.A. – a National Historic District that opened on July 31, 1900, connecting New Haven with the Connecticut shore line.
Authentic Trolley Experience: Step into history as you ride on an authentic antique trolley car. Whether it’s the yellow Connecticut Company trolley capturing old New Haven, the 1923 New Orleans Public Transit trolley, or the semi-open 1904 Brooklyn Rapid Transit trolley, your journey promises a unique experience. We regularly operate trolley cars from New Orleans and Johnstown PA, providing diverse rides depending on weather conditions.
Witness Restoration in Action: Marvel at meticulously volunteer-restored display cars and catch a glimpse of our dedicated volunteers working on overhead wires, signals, or tracks. If you’re passionate about preservation, inquire about volunteering opportunities with your tour guide or ticket agent.
Membership Benefits: Consider becoming a member for exclusive advantages if you plan to visit multiple times a year. Ask about our annual membership subscriptions to enhance your museum experience.
Take Home a Piece of History: Don’t forget to stop by our museum store before you leave! Explore a variety of mementos to commemorate your visit.
Join us for an unforgettable day filled with history, charm, and the joy of trolley rides at Shore Line Trolley Museum. Purchase your tickets now and let the past come alive!
Museum Tours & Trolley Rides
Calling all knitting and crochet enthusiasts! Join us at MakeHaven for our monthly gathering, meticulously orchestrated by Denise, one of our esteemed textile facilitators.
This recurring event, dedicated to the joys of knitting and crochet, offers an unparalleled opportunity to engage with fellow crafters in a setting that's both warm and welcoming. Scheduled for the 4th Sunday of every month from 12pm to 3pm, this meetup is a haven for those looking to dive into their projects, exchange ideas, and foster a vibrant, creative community.
What to Expect:
- Community Building: Led by Denise, our meetups are designed to cultivate a nurturing environment for knitting and crochet enthusiasts at all levels of expertise. It’s the perfect venue to connect with others who share your passion and to be part of an inclusive, creative community.
- Dedicated Project Time: Bring along your knitting needles, crochet hooks, and work-in-progress projects. Whether you’re looking to make headway on your current piece, eager to start something new, or hoping to learn a novel stitch or technique, you’ll find plenty of opportunities here.
- Brainstorming and Conversation: This is your chance to participate in engaging conversations, exchange tips and tricks, and brainstorm on future projects. If inspiration, advice, or just a friendly chat about your favorite pastime is what you seek, you’ll find an open and supportive space here.
What to Bring:
- Your Projects and Materials: Don’t forget to bring your knitting, crocheting, or needlework projects along with your yarns, needles, and hooks.
- Resources to Share: Got any helpful guides, patterns, or insights? Bring them along to share with the group! Our community thrives on the exchange of knowledge and ideas.
Our Goal:
With Denise at the helm, our aim is to provide a recurring platform for knitters and crocheters to come together, share their love for the craft, work on their projects, and contribute to a flourishing community. Whether you’re looking to meet like-minded individuals, find inspiration, or simply enjoy a few hours of crafting in great company, you won’t want to miss out.
Mark your calendars for the 4th Sunday of every month, and join us from 12pm to 3pm for an afternoon of knitting, crocheting, and community building at MakeHaven. Let’s come together to weave a rich tapestry of creativity and camaraderie, one yarn at a time. We look forward to seeing you there!"
Instructor: Denise McGillicuddy
You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:
https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=446&reset=1&reset=1
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Knot Just Knitting
Join us for a docent-led tour of “Tracey Emin: I Loved You Until The Morning,” the first major North American museum exhibition of her work. Known for her expressive, autobiographical style, Emin explores love, loss, and the female experience with unflinching honesty.
Tours meet in the Entrance Court by the Visitor Services desk.
For more information, please visit: https://britishart.yale.edu/exhibitions-programs/docent-tour-tracey-emin-i-loved-you-until-morning-29
Tour of “Tracey Emin: I Loved You Until The Morning”
Madison Lyric Stage, a professional theater company on the Connecticut shoreline, will present We’ve Got Magic to Do: The Music of Stephen Schwartz for four performances from June 20-22 at the MLS theater tent on the grounds of Madison’s historic Deacon John Grave House.
Featuring a talented ensemble of eight singers and a live band, the production will showcase beloved songs by the legendary composer behind Wicked, Pippin, Godspell and more.
This musical celebration pays homage to the Tony Award-winning composer, spotlighting the extensive songbook from both his iconic stage productions and from his acclaimed film scores, including The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Prince of Egypt.
With a career spanning over five decades, Stephen Schwartz has crafted a remarkable repertoire of songs such as All Good Gifts, Corner of the Sky, Day by Day, Defying Gravity, For Good, Meadowlark, Magic to Do, Morning Glow, Popular,and many others, which have left an indelible mark on American musical theater.
We've Got Magic to Do: The Music of Stephen Schwartz
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
Kasey Cortez is a multidisciplinary artist exploring the intersection of music, theatre, photography, design, fashion, and installation art. Her creative work is driven by a curiosity about collective culture, the subtleties of human behavior, and the quiet rhythms of everyday life. With nearly a decade of experience as a yoga teacher, Kasey brings mindfulness and intention into every project. Most recently, DJing has become her favorite way to connect, express, and move through the world.
DJ Kasey Cortez
Bring lions, zebras, elephants, and other animals to life through the magic of Procreate.
Join us on an exciting and creative journey across the African savannah, where students will sketch, detail, and animate favorite animals in their natural habitats.
Throughout the class they will develop techniques for quick sketches, designing nature scenes, and creating dynamic animal layouts.
The tuition for this class includes a materials fee of $20 for basic materials provided by CAW.
Sketching The Safari: Digital Animal Art
An Exhibition of Printmaking by the Creative Arts Workshop, New Haven Faculty
An Exhibition by the Creative Arts Workshop Faculty Printmakers
Join us for the opening our new exhibit celebrating the life and work of distinguished artist Howard Fussiner (1923–2006). Throughout his career, Fussiner was featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across New York, New Haven, and New England, including a major thirty-year retrospective at the Munson Gallery in 1990.
His paintings and prints are held in prestigious collections such as the National Gallery of Art (Washington, DC), the Slater Museum, the Yale University Art Gallery, the New Britain Museum of American Art, and the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum.
Curated by Judy Birke this exhibition and sale will run through August 31. The venue is accessible 24/7 with a lobby concierge onsite.
Vibrant Vision of Painter Howard Fussiner Exhibit
Young artists, ages 5 – 18, created art inspired by water for LAA’s annual young artists’ show; this year’s theme is WET: A World of Water. The award ceremony is June 21 at 11am during LAA’s Family Day event.
June 21: From 10am – 1pm on Saturday, June 21, come to LAA for Family Day and enjoy fun & creative art and outdoor activities for kids and families.
