Events

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Event Series Artist-Poets Exhibit

Artist-Poets Exhibit

Arts Center East 709 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT, United States

Exhibit Dates: May 27–June 18, 2023 Gallery Hours: Thursday–Sunday, 1:00–5:00pm Opening Reception & Reading: Saturday, May 27, 2:00–4:00pm Eureka Gallery Free and open to the public A special Poetry Rocks installment will feature an Artist-Poet Exhibit of visual arts and poems, May 27 to June 17, at Arts Center East in Vernon. An opening reception…

Adult Studio Workshop | Sketch With the Masters

New Britain Museum of American Art 56 Lexington Street, New Britain, CT, United States

Join artist Kathleen Smits in a “Sketch with the Masters” workshop by looking, observing and drawing in front of Frederick Church's "West Rock", learn basic techniques with pencil and paper to create shape, form, texture, light and shadow. Explore the landscape paintings of the Hudson River School artists in the Martin Gallery. We will also…

Adult Studio Workshop | Sketch With the Masters

New Britain Museum of American Art 56 Lexington Street, New Britain, CT, United States

Join artist Kathleen Smits in a “Sketch with the Masters” workshop by looking, observing and drawing in front of Frederick Church's "West Rock", learn basic techniques with pencil and paper to create shape, form, texture, light and shadow. Explore the landscape paintings of the Hudson River School artists in the Martin Gallery. We will also…

Facets of Indian Culture

connecticut historical society 1 Elizabeth St, hartford, CT, United States

An Indian classical dance ensemble presentation at Connecticut Historical Society on Sunday June 4th 3pm. The event will feature artifacts, Classical dancing and an informative talk on the facets of Indian Culture such as spiritual themes and festivals that connect with performing arts. Video preview https://youtu.be/4JEmhWHBWKY Do register at https://chs.org/event/facets/

Free

New Pond Farm Education Center Invitational Art Show

New Pond Farm Education Center 101 Marchant Road, CT, United States

This fantastic biennial event showcases artwork by some of the region’s finest artists, and includes a silent auction, art demonstrations, and activities for children and adults, all celebrating the timeless themes of nature and agrarian life inspired by the Education Center's property.

Free

New Pond Farm Education Center Invitational Art Show

New Pond Farm Education Center 101 Marchant Road, CT, United States

This fantastic biennial event showcases artwork by some of the region’s finest artists, and includes a silent auction, art demonstrations, and activities for children and adults, all celebrating the timeless themes of nature and agrarian life inspired by the Education Center's property.

Free

Information Session (No Cost Job Training in the field of Human Services)

Zoom

NO COST TRAINING OFFERED IN THE FILED OF HUMAN SERVICES The Marrakech, Inc. Academy for Human Service Training is now recruiting for upcoming classes! This unique program that includes both classroom and internship-based training, is offered at no cost to Connecticut residents that qualify. This training prepares individuals to work with adults & children that…

Connecticut Public Board of Trustees Meeting

New Haven New Haven, CT, United States

All meetings of Connecticut Public Broadcasting, Inc. and its Committees are open to the public except for the Compensation Committee meetings, which are closed meetings. Compensation Committee Meetings are closed to the public because the Committee considers confidential matters relating to compensation and benefits relating to individual employees. With the exception of Compensation meetings, the…

Exhibit- Rushnyky: Sacred Ukrainian Textiles

Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center 1 State Street, New Haven, CT, United States

March 25, 2023 – September 10, 2023 “A house without a rushnyk is not a home.” — Ukrainian proverb The word rushnyk derives from ruka, “hand,” and while it can refer to an ordinary towel, the ceremonial rushnyk is distinct in its ornamentation and its importance. In almost any Ukrainian home, the family icons—and, more…

Event Series Exhibit- Altars of Reconciliation

Exhibit- Altars of Reconciliation

Blessed Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center 1 State Street, New Haven, CT, United States

March 25, 2023 – August 13, 2023 Artists Erin Shaw, Tony Tiger and Bobby C. Martin explore a theme rarely confronted in the art world: the practice of Christianity among Native peoples. There is and continues to be a long, rich and layered history of Native churches and Christian tradition, but there is an equally…

New Pond Farm Education Center Invitational Art Show

New Pond Farm Education Center 101 Marchant Road, CT, United States

This fantastic biennial event showcases artwork by some of the region’s finest artists, and includes a silent auction, art demonstrations, and activities for children and adults, all celebrating the timeless themes of nature and agrarian life inspired by the Education Center's property.

Free
Event Series Social Justice Reading Circle

Social Justice Reading Circle

Virtual

A five month book club committed to in-depth readings addressing contemporary injustices. Five books in total: all Stowe Prize Nominees, all women authors, all Black authors. Through weekly one hour sessions, participants will focus intently on short sections of each text. March - July | 12:30pm - 1:30pm | Virtual | Wednesdays At the Harriet…

Sneak Preview: A Case For Love

Avon Theatre Film Center 272 Bedford Street, Stamford, CT, United States

Sneak Preview: A Case For Love (NR) Wed. June 7 at 7 pm 🎟️ https://bit.ly/3Whpyuo Q&A with Director/Producer Brian Ide. Moderated by Avon Theatre Co-founder Deborah Goodrich Royce.   Ticket Prices: Avon Members $9 General Public $14.50 Students & Seniors (Mon. - Thu.) $11 Film Trailer: https://vimeo.com/790684403 A different kind of film, a different kind…

$9 – $14.50