Events

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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
Event Series The State’s Filing Cabinet

The State’s Filing Cabinet

Connecticut's Old State House 800 Main St, Hartford, CT

Join Connecticut’s Old State House and Connecticut State Library for the second installment of The State’s Filing Cabinet series and learn about the challenges of managing and safeguarding public records. Every year, state and local governments create more and more documents. How do we decide what to keep and how long to keep it? How…

Free

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…

Women United’s 12th Annual Power of the Purse Luncheon and Silent Auction presented by KeyBank Key4Women

Connecticut Convention Center 100 Columbus Blvd, Hartford, CT, United States

For more than 12 years, United Way Women United’s Power of the Purse Luncheon and Silent Auction presented by KeyBank Key4Women helps women and families achieve financial security. As more people struggle to make ends meet due to the complex job market and new sets of challenges, your support matters now more than ever. By…

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 The State’s Filing Cabinet

The State’s Filing Cabinet

Connecticut's Old State House 800 Main St, Hartford, CT

Join Connecticut’s Old State House and Connecticut State Library for the second installment of The State’s Filing Cabinet series and learn about the challenges of managing and safeguarding public records. Every year, state and local governments create more and more documents. How do we decide what to keep and how long to keep it? How…

Free
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…

Event Series Art Happy Hour at the NBMAA

Art Happy Hour at the NBMAA

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

Enjoy cocktails, live music, and activities on Thursday nights all summer long, with a front-row seat to the best view of Walnut Hill Park. May 18 May 25 June 1 June 8 June 15 June 22 June 29 July 13 July 27 August 10 August 24 See a full schedule and updated list of live…

Free; Museum Admission is required to visit the galleries.