Community Events Calendar

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Events:

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

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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Exhibit Hours:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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This exhibition will be on view at the Yale Institute of Sacred Music’s Miller Hall at 406 Prospect Street, New Haven from October 9 - December 5 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 12 - 4 p.m., except for Thanksgiving week, when the ISM is closed.

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Lucasen Brown: Stanza presents a series of twenty intimate-scaled abstract paintings developed during Brown's time at Yale Institute of Sacred Music/Yale Divinity School (2023-2025). The exhibition also includes a selection of works on paper with corresponding poems by 2025 ISM graduate Emily Chan from a small book-length collaboration.

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Each painting has an association for the artist: a life event, a place, a feeling, a person. Brown explores ways the painting process weaves memory, trauma and spiritual repair: "Wholeness, to me, is when I am just a painter in the world who allows a world of feeling into my abstract paintings—a place where everything belongs.” The paintings hold space for viewers to consider their own healing through faith, noticing, and remaining open to uncertainty.

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Paint, for Brown, becomes both a surface and a subject. The artist hopes the paintings evoke corporeality, silence, interiority, and sacred everydayness. The repetition of marks on the painting surfaces is meditative and accretive.

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The paintings are informed by textile, specifically Lenore Tawney's open-warp weavings; art movements including Minimalism and Pattern Painting and Decoration; and essays, namely Roland Barthes' theory of text and textile.

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The exhibition traces the paintings’ transition from grid-based abstraction to a more intuitive and emotionally attuned process that pushes beyond the limitation of the grid. The artist realized his painting world, emotional and liberative, could no longer be confined to a grid.

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Free and open to the public.

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Exhibition curated by Lucasen Brown.

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View exhibition page.

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All are welcome to join us for an opening reception for this art exhibit on Wednesday, October 8 at 5 p.m.

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Contact: Anesu Nyamupingidza

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Art credit: Lucasen Brown, Just Walking Around, Oil on Linen, 2025

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

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

​

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

​

Events:

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

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

 Events:

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

​

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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In this 3-session class, children ages 7–11 years old let their imaginations soar using papier-mâché techniques to make jewelry and small animal sculptures. All materials included. No experience is necessary.

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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.

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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.

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Get a deeper look at William Blake: Burning Bright with the exhibition curators.

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Join exhibition curators Elizabeth Wyckoff, Curator of Prints and Drawings, and Timothy Young, Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts, for special tour of the exhibition showcasing the Yale Center for British Art’s impressive collection of works by Blake. 

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

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

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

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

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 What to Expect:

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 1-hour guided art class

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 Exploration of different mediums and textures

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 Encouragement of imagination and self-expression

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 A welcoming, supportive space for every child

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

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 Pre-registration is required — spots fill quickly!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 What to Expect:

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 Guided instruction with room for independent creativity

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 Exploration of multiple mediums and materials

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 Lessons in color theory, composition, and artistic values

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 A supportive environment that builds confidence and skill

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

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 Weekly attendance encouraged for the best creative growth.

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

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

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

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

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

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Free and open to the public.

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

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

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

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View event page

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Contact: Jeff Hazewinkel

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

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

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Free and open to the public.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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BITCH returns to Cafe Nine!

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Doors at 7p, Show at 8p

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21+

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

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

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

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

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

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“The legendary queer icon is back” Bust Magazine

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“There’s no stopping her now” LA Weekly

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

 Events:

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

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

​

Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

​

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

​

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

​

Events:

​

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

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

​

Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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Exhibit Hours:

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

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

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

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

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Join our volunteer museum educators for an interactive exploration of highlights from our collection. In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art features works from the sixteenth century to the present, now on view in a reimagined installation. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 What to Expect:

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 In-depth lessons on advanced art techniques

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 Exploration of professional materials and mediums

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 Encouragement of critical thinking and creative problem-solving

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 A nurturing space for expression, growth, and originality

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

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 Weekly attendance encouraged for consistent artistic growth

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 What to Expect:

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 Guided instruction with room for independent creativity

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 Exploration of multiple mediums and materials

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 Lessons in color theory, composition, and artistic values

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 A supportive environment that builds confidence and skill

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

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 Weekly attendance encouraged for the best creative growth.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 What to Expect:

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 1-hour guided art class

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 Exploration of different mediums and textures

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 Encouragement of imagination and self-expression

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 A welcoming, supportive space for every child

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

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 Pre-registration is required — spots fill quickly!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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

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

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

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

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 What to Expect:

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 In-depth lessons on advanced art techniques

​

 Exploration of professional materials and mediums

​

 Encouragement of critical thinking and creative problem-solving

​

 A nurturing space for expression, growth, and originality

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

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 Weekly attendance encouraged for consistent artistic growth

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

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

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

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

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

​

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

​

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

​

 What to Expect:

​

 Guided instruction with room for independent creativity

​

 Exploration of multiple mediums and materials

​

 Lessons in color theory, composition, and artistic values

​

 A supportive environment that builds confidence and skill

​

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

​

 Weekly attendance encouraged for the best creative growth.

​

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

​

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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 Events:

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

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Events:

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

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Register

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To join us for this program, please register here. 

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

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Join our volunteer museum educators for an interactive exploration of highlights from our collection. In a New Light: Five Centuries of British Art features works from the sixteenth century to the present, now on view in a reimagined installation. 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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Printmaking is an artform that allows people to enjoy copies of the same picture. Look at the prints in William Blake: Burning Bright and Hew Locke: Passages. Then make multiples of your own artwork to trade with others. 

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

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Musical Masterworks invites families, friends, and neighbors to experience the joy of live music with a free community concert by Decoda, Musical Masterworks’ Ensemble-in-Residence. This special event is part of Musical Masterworks’ ongoing Community Engagement Program, now in its fourth year of bringing world-class musicians into schools, correctional institutions, and community organizations across Connecticut.

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At our FREE Family Concert, you'll explore tempo, dynamics, and tone through hands-on music-making, compose a new anthem of thanks and leave with creative prompts to continue the musical celebration at home during the holiday week.

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No reservation required! Drop in and join us!

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Click for more information.

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

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

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Hey CT friends!

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

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

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Advance tickets here

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

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much love, Jesse

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

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

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

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

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

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Dress for a mess!

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Dark Star Orchestra

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Saturday November 22, 2025

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@ College Street Music Hall

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6:30PM Doors / All Ages

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

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Premier Concerts and Manic Presents:

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DARK STAR ORCHESTRA

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Events:

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

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

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 Events:

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

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

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

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

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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

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With the holidays approaching, Spectrum Art Gallery presents The Art of Dreaming. This season find imagination, memory, and hope especially alive as this exhibit explores the boundless world of dreams—where fantasy, romance, and the surreal converge. Discover fine art and photography by established and emerging artists, alongside the Artisans Store filled to the brim with holiday items and seasonal gifts such as pottery, glass, fiber, jewelry, home décor, paper art, and handmade ornaments displayed on Spectrum’s two 6-foot holiday trees.  Start the holidays right at an Open Gallery Reception on Friday, November 21 from 6:30 to 8:30pm. Enjoy fine art, crafts, wine, and refreshments that evening and all throughout the Open House Weekend, Saturday, November 22 (1 to 6pm), and Sunday, November 23 (1-5pm). The Art of Dreaming runs through January 10, 2026. Spectrum Gallery, voted Best Gallery and Best Jewelry Store on the Shoreline, is located at 61 Main St., Centerbrook, CT. Regular Gallery Hours are Wed-Sat (12-6pm) and Sun (12-5pm). Between December 6 - 24, Gallery is open Mon-Sat.  12-6pm; Suns. 12-5pm and on Dec 24, 11am-2pm. For more information about exhibits and classes, workshops, and summer camps for adults, teens, and children, call (860) 767-0742 and visit spectrumartgallery.org. Shop online at SpectrumAnytime.com with shipping available throughout the US. Follow Spectrum social media at facebook.com/spectrumartgallery, instagram.com/spectrumartgallery, x.com/spectrum_ct, and youtube.com/@spectrumgallery6211

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Bring your creativity to life by designing and sewing your own stuffed animals! In this four-session series, held Sundays from November 23 through December 14, participants will learn the full process—from stitching and shaping to adding expressive features and personal details. You’ll explore both hand-sewing and basic embroidery techniques while learning how to customize existing patterns to make your creations truly one-of-a-kind.

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

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What to Expect

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

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Skills You’ll Learn

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• Foundational hand-sewing techniques and decorative stitches

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• Appliqué and simple embroidery for unique detailing

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• Planning and placement for embroidery and embellishments

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• Creating darts and gussets for three-dimensional shaping

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

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• Customizing and adapting existing stuffed animal patterns

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What’s Provided

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• All essential tools and materials for class use

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• Pattern templates and reference guides

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• Instruction and creative guidance from the instructor

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Who Should Attend

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

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4 sessions held Sundays, November 23 – December 14

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Instructor:  Christina Quinonez

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Workshop Ticket Fee:

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Standard Ticket: $99.00

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MakeHaven Members: 84.00

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=654&reset=1&reset=1

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Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

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Musical Masterworks invites families, friends, and neighbors to experience the joy of live music with a free community concert by Decoda, Musical Masterworks’ Ensemble-in-Residence. This special event is part of Musical Masterworks’ ongoing Community Engagement Program, now in its fourth year of bringing world-class musicians into schools, correctional institutions, and community organizations across Connecticut.

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A Celebration of Joy and Gratitude

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The concert program will explore music for flute and strings, spanning from Mozart to vibrant contemporary reimaginings that include a fiddle-inspired duo by Decoda’s own George Meyer, and the radiant Maombi Asante (“Prayer of Thanks”) by flutist-composer Valerie Coleman. The concert will be followed by a light reception to meet the musicians.

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No reservation required! Drop in and join us!

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Click to learn more.

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

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

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

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On the Program

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Derrick Skye  Between Suns (West African Drum Concerto)

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Silvestre Revueltas  La noche de los Mayas

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George Gershwin  An American in Paris

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Featured Performers

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New Haven Symphony Orchestra

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Perry So , conductor & music director

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Brian Jarawa Gray , drums

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Michael Mills , drums

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SCSU Blue Steel Drumline

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Admission

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Tickets to this concert start at $15 for adults.

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

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College Students are $10.

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In 2006, Grammy-nominated Anat Cohen won the Jazz Journalists Association award for the Up and Coming artist of the year and Best Clarinetist of the Year. She has won Best Clarinetist of the Year ever since! Her repertoire of solid standards and groundbreaking originals is as extensive as it is stunning.

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Anat’s Quartetinho (Little Quartet) includes James Shipp, vibraphones/percussion; Vitor Conҫalves, piano/accordion; and Tal Mashiach, bass. Collomore Concerts is thrilled to welcome this jazz icon to our series.

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North American Booking: Chris.Visconti@unitedtalent.com & ryan.edmundson@unitedtalent.com

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International Booking: rob.mcgee@onefiinix.com

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

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

​

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

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

​

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

​

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

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 Events:

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

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

​

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

​

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

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

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

​

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

​

Events:

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

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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Don’t be intimidated any longer—come learn to paint. This class will unfold the mysteries of painting by introducing students to the basics: selecting materials, setting up a palette, handling paint, and composing a picture. The class will emphasize learning to see what you wish to paint with the goal of rendering form clearly in terms of color and design. Come to the first class ready to paint.

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CAW does not supply paint, brushes, or canvas. Please see the list below for what students need to bring.

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

​

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

​

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

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

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

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

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Events:

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

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

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Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

 Events:

​

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

​

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

​

Holiday Expo Hours:

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November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

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Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

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

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

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Phone: 203-453-5947

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

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

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

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 What to Expect:

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 1-hour guided art class

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 Exploration of different mediums and textures

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 Encouragement of imagination and self-expression

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 A welcoming, supportive space for every child

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

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 Pre-registration is required — spots fill quickly!

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

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

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

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

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

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What to Expect

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

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Skills You’ll Acquire

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• Shop safety, PPE use, and etiquette

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• Understanding welding types: stick, MIG, and TIG

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

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• Welding fundamentals: tacking, seams, and joints

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

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• Drill press basics for fabrication projects

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• Applying skills to create a functional final project

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What’s Provided

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• Steel, tools, and shop equipment

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• PPE (helmets, gloves, safety gear)

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• Step-by-step demonstrations and instructor support

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What to Bring

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

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• Closed-toe shoes 

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• Hair tied back

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

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Who Should Attend

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

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Prerequisites/Safety Information

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

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Instructor: Elli Fotopoulou

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WorkshopTicket Fee:

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Standard Ticket: $524.00

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MakeHaven Members: $445.00

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You must click below and REGISTER to attend at:

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https://www.makehaven.org/civicrm/event/info?id=632&reset=1&reset=1

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Scroll to the bottom of the page and complete the information under Register (gray box) and hit submit. You will receive an acknowledgement by email. Questions? Email info@makehaven.org

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

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

​

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

​

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

​

​

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

​

​

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

​

​

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

​

Events:

​

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

​

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

​

Holiday Expo Hours:

​

November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

​

Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

​

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

​

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

​

Phone: 203-453-5947

​

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

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

​

 Events:

​

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

​

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

​

Holiday Expo Hours:

​

November 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026

​

Mon–Sat, 10am–5pm | Sun, 12–5pm

​

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

​

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

​

Phone: 203-453-5947

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

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

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

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

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

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Exhibit Hours:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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