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“Floating World: The Light the Bird Sees” at Heather Gaudio Fine Art
Heather Gaudio Fine Art 382 Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich
(R)evolution: Identity and Power in Puerto Rican and Diasporican Art
University of Saint Joseph: The Art Museum 1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
Pegasus Gallery at CT State Community College - Middlesex 100 Training Hill Road, Middletown
Week of Events
Movie That Build Community
This new film series was made possible by the City of Stamford through a generous grant from the Stamford Arts and Culture Commission. Admission is free and includes a complimentary popcorn and soda. Movies That Build Community tickets are only available through our box office. Call (203) 967-3660 or visit in person to reserve your…
“Floating World: The Light the Bird Sees” at Heather Gaudio Fine Art
Millner's work investigates the relationship between art and nature, the natural and the man-made. Based in St. Louis, MO, the artist has executed different bodies of work over his decades-long career. He began by using traditional pigmented materials on canvas to convey the complexity of lines and contours seen in organic forms, such as flowers,…
“Floating World: The Light the Bird Sees”
Millner's work investigates the relationship between art and nature, the natural and the man-made. Based in St. Louis, MO, the artist has executed different bodies of work over his decades-long career. He began by using traditional pigmented materials on canvas to convey the complexity of lines and contours seen in organic forms, such as flowers,…
Parkinson’s Artisans Art Show
We celebrate the artists who continue to bring beauty into the world despite living with a devasting diagnosis. Parkinson's affects each individual uniquely, and every step of their process is a struggle, either physically, cognitively, or emotionally. To continue to create is a dedicated decision to make our world just a little bit more beautiful.
(R)evolution: Identity and Power in Puerto Rican and Diasporican Art
Contemporary Puerto Rican Art Coming to the Art Museum, University of Saint Joseph WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (March 4, 2024) — The Art Museum at the University of Saint Joseph (USJ) will open the exhibition (R)evolution: Identity and Power in Puerto Rican and Diasporican Art—a reflection upon colonialism and Puerto Rican resistance—with a public reception…
Cardio Strength Class
Fitness professional Heidi Diedrich will lead a 50 minute high intensity workout that combines functional strength exercises with dynamic cardio movement, enhancing stamina and endurance.
Sanctuary City
Pulitzer Prize-winner Martyna Majok brings us this compelling story of two teenagers, young DREAMers who are fighting to establish a place for themselves in America, the only country they know as home. This OBIE Award-winning play illuminates how much they are willing to risk when they have everything to lose.
Easter Services with St. John’s Essex
Easter celebrates the resurrected Christ in our midst. On Easter morning, we celebrate with a Festal Eucharist. The church is adorned in color to celebrate Christ. Easter Sunrise Service, 6:00 AM at the CT River Museum (weather permitting) This is a perfect service for welcoming the community and sharing the Easter celebration with our neighbors.…
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
March 18 - May 3 Opening Reception on Thursday March 28, 12:30-2:00pm. Landi Hou practices papercutting, the traditional art form of meticulous cutting images from paper with scissors or a knife. The craft of papercutting is practiced by diverse cultures globally and ranges from simple designs to intricate and detailed patterns and scenery. Hou’s approach…
Xtreme Xperience
Xtreme Xperience
DRIVE A SUPERCAR ON A RACETRACK NEAR YOU! It’s YOUR turn to get behind the wheel of our fleet of exotic cars in Connecticut. Book your driving or riding Xperience on a world-class racetrack in supercars like Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and more! No experience necessary. Our Professional Instructors will teach you how to drive the…
Santa Express
Santa Express
The Santa Express is an afternoon train giving parents and kids alike the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus. As the train travels through the cold winter wilderness, passengers can meet with Santa and play with his Elves. Each child gets a special gift and a bell from Santa. Departures at noon and 2:15 p.m.…
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
March 18 - May 3 Opening Reception on Thursday March 28, 12:30-2:00pm. Landi Hou practices papercutting, the traditional art form of meticulous cutting images from paper with scissors or a knife. The craft of papercutting is practiced by diverse cultures globally and ranges from simple designs to intricate and detailed patterns and scenery. Hou’s approach…
Xtreme Xperience
Xtreme Xperience
DRIVE A SUPERCAR ON A RACETRACK NEAR YOU! It’s YOUR turn to get behind the wheel of our fleet of exotic cars in Connecticut. Book your driving or riding Xperience on a world-class racetrack in supercars like Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and more! No experience necessary. Our Professional Instructors will teach you how to drive the…
Santa Express
Santa Express
The Santa Express is an afternoon train giving parents and kids alike the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus. As the train travels through the cold winter wilderness, passengers can meet with Santa and play with his Elves. Each child gets a special gift and a bell from Santa. Departures at noon and 2:15 p.m.…
PATIENCE
PATIENCE
What's got a love triangle, jealous soldiers, and lovesick maidens hooked on terrible poetry? Gilbert & Sullivan’s Patience. A rollicking satire on aestheticism, Patience shows us that starry-eyed fans of today’s heartthrobs aren’t much different from the poet-groupies in Victorian England. In Victorian England, a group of women have become swept up in the aesthetic…
Organic Lawn Care for Homeowners
Organic Lawn Care for Homeowners
Pollinator Pathway Stamford Speaker Series with Mill River Collaborative, "Healthy Yards for Pollinators, Pets & People" kicks off with "Organic Lawn Care for Homeowners." You can have lush green lawn without using chemicals harmful to children, pets and wildlife. Peter Newcombe of PJC Organic will cover the basics of how to grow healthy turf using…
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
March 18 - May 3 Opening Reception on Thursday March 28, 12:30-2:00pm. Landi Hou practices papercutting, the traditional art form of meticulous cutting images from paper with scissors or a knife. The craft of papercutting is practiced by diverse cultures globally and ranges from simple designs to intricate and detailed patterns and scenery. Hou’s approach…
Xtreme Xperience
Xtreme Xperience
DRIVE A SUPERCAR ON A RACETRACK NEAR YOU! It’s YOUR turn to get behind the wheel of our fleet of exotic cars in Connecticut. Book your driving or riding Xperience on a world-class racetrack in supercars like Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and more! No experience necessary. Our Professional Instructors will teach you how to drive the…
Exhibit- True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art
Exhibit- True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art
March 23 - September 8, 2024 Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Good Friday (Friday, March 29), Holy Saturday (Saturday, March 30), Easter (Sunday, March 31), and Independence Day (Thursday, July 4). True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of…
Santa Express
Santa Express
The Santa Express is an afternoon train giving parents and kids alike the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus. As the train travels through the cold winter wilderness, passengers can meet with Santa and play with his Elves. Each child gets a special gift and a bell from Santa. Departures at noon and 2:15 p.m.…
American Sign Language for Beginners
American Sign Language for Beginners
Have you ever wanted to learn ASL? Get a head start with this free class offered through the Ledyard Public Library and taught by an expert from Signing Basics! This class will cover the basics of ASL including the Alphabet and some basic phrases, pleasantries, sentence structure, and more! Registration is required and there is…
Wesleyan Potters: “The Possibilities Are Endless” in the Niche @ CT State Community College – Middletown
Wesleyan Potters: “The Possibilities Are Endless” in the Niche @ CT State Community College – Middletown
March 18 - May 3 Wesleyan Potters, Inc. is a non-profit school and cooperative guild that offers courses, workshops, and demonstration in pottery, jewelry, weaving and sewing. It was founded in 1948 to promote crafts education in Middletown and is the oldest school for crafts in Connecticut. Wesleyan Potters is located at 350 South…
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
March 18 - May 3 Opening Reception on Thursday March 28, 12:30-2:00pm. Landi Hou practices papercutting, the traditional art form of meticulous cutting images from paper with scissors or a knife. The craft of papercutting is practiced by diverse cultures globally and ranges from simple designs to intricate and detailed patterns and scenery. Hou’s approach…
Xtreme Xperience
Xtreme Xperience
DRIVE A SUPERCAR ON A RACETRACK NEAR YOU! It’s YOUR turn to get behind the wheel of our fleet of exotic cars in Connecticut. Book your driving or riding Xperience on a world-class racetrack in supercars like Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and more! No experience necessary. Our Professional Instructors will teach you how to drive the…
Exhibit- True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art
Exhibit- True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art
March 23 - September 8, 2024 Open Wednesday – Sunday from 10am to 4pm with free parking & admission except Good Friday (Friday, March 29), Holy Saturday (Saturday, March 30), Easter (Sunday, March 31), and Independence Day (Thursday, July 4). True Presence: The Eucharist in History and Art is a celebration of Christ’s promise of…
Opening Day at Pick-Your-Own Daffodil Farm
Opening Day at Pick-Your-Own Daffodil Farm
Halfinger Farms, located in Higganum, welcomes visitors to experience Dancing Daffodils — one of the few pick-your-own daffodil farms in the country. The daffodil farm’s Opening Day is slated for March 28, 2024 and the season will run through the month of April. A quarter million daffodils will be in bloom, ready to pick your…
Preschool Storytime at the Ledyard Gales Ferry Library
Preschool Storytime at the Ledyard Gales Ferry Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun for ages 3 - 5 and their caregivers. Play stations at the end of each storytime actively engage, entertain, and build the skills of the children who participate. We meet in the children’s room of Gales Ferry Library before storytime begins. Registration is not required. However, space is limited to…
Laying the Groundwork for an Equitable Modern Electric Grid
Laying the Groundwork for an Equitable Modern Electric Grid
MAR 28, Thurs, 12-1:30PM, free webinar with PURA Chair, Marissa Gillett and Rep. Jonathan Steinberg In order for Connecticut to transition to carbon-free electricity, we will need to rethink our electric grid. Today’s grid was designed in a different age for a different mix of power producers and consumers. Even today, it has areas of…
Santa Express
Santa Express
The Santa Express is an afternoon train giving parents and kids alike the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus. As the train travels through the cold winter wilderness, passengers can meet with Santa and play with his Elves. Each child gets a special gift and a bell from Santa. Departures at noon and 2:15 p.m.…
PATIENCE
PATIENCE
What's got a love triangle, jealous soldiers, and lovesick maidens hooked on terrible poetry? Gilbert & Sullivan’s Patience. A rollicking satire on aestheticism, Patience shows us that starry-eyed fans of today’s heartthrobs aren’t much different from the poet-groupies in Victorian England. In Victorian England, a group of women have become swept up in the aesthetic…
Women’s Leadership in Motion: An Evening with Olympic Athlete Gabby Douglas
Women’s Leadership in Motion: An Evening with Olympic Athlete Gabby Douglas
Gabby Douglas, the 27-year-old American Olympic gymnast, author, and entrepreneur best known for her performance at the 2012 London Olympic Games, will speak at Trinity College on March 28, in celebration of Women’s History Month. Just over a decade ago, Douglas become the first Black woman to win the Olympic individual all-around title and the first U.S. gymnast…
Unforgetting – Restoring and Reclaiming Connecticut’s Hidden Histories
Unforgetting – Restoring and Reclaiming Connecticut’s Hidden Histories
A panel of experts talks about efforts to uncover long-ignored stories and recalibrate our understanding of Connecticut’s historical involvement with slavery. Former State Representative Pat Wilson Pheanious shares her family’s story in Connecticut Public’s new series Unforgotten: Connecticut’s Hidden History of Slavery; Akeia de Barros Gomes, Senior Curator of Maritime Social Histories at the Mystic Seaport Museum…
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
Landi Hou: “The Art of Papercutting” in Pegasus Gallery @ CT State Community College – Middlesex
March 18 - May 3 Opening Reception on Thursday March 28, 12:30-2:00pm. Landi Hou practices papercutting, the traditional art form of meticulous cutting images from paper with scissors or a knife. The craft of papercutting is practiced by diverse cultures globally and ranges from simple designs to intricate and detailed patterns and scenery. Hou’s approach…
Xtreme Xperience
Xtreme Xperience
DRIVE A SUPERCAR ON A RACETRACK NEAR YOU! It’s YOUR turn to get behind the wheel of our fleet of exotic cars in Connecticut. Book your driving or riding Xperience on a world-class racetrack in supercars like Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and more! No experience necessary. Our Professional Instructors will teach you how to drive the…
Opening Day at Pick-Your-Own Daffodil Farm
Opening Day at Pick-Your-Own Daffodil Farm
Halfinger Farms, located in Higganum, welcomes visitors to experience Dancing Daffodils — one of the few pick-your-own daffodil farms in the country. The daffodil farm’s Opening Day is slated for March 28, 2024 and the season will run through the month of April. A quarter million daffodils will be in bloom, ready to pick your…
Santa Express
Santa Express
The Santa Express is an afternoon train giving parents and kids alike the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus. As the train travels through the cold winter wilderness, passengers can meet with Santa and play with his Elves. Each child gets a special gift and a bell from Santa. Departures at noon and 2:15 p.m.…
Critical Mass New London Friday Ride
Critical Mass New London Friday Ride
Join Critical Mass New London on the last Friday of each month! This is an easy 6-mile cruise around town to celebrate cycle culture and increase rider visibility. Wear bright colors, lights, bells, and costumes! Music welcome! Make noise! Prizes for best-lit bike and best costume. “This is a great opportunity to ride with a…
Xtreme Xperience
Xtreme Xperience
DRIVE A SUPERCAR ON A RACETRACK NEAR YOU! It’s YOUR turn to get behind the wheel of our fleet of exotic cars in Connecticut. Book your driving or riding Xperience on a world-class racetrack in supercars like Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and more! No experience necessary. Our Professional Instructors will teach you how to drive the…
Egg Hunt!
Egg Hunt!
Nordica Toys present the return of the most EGG-cellent egg hunt, and it is EGG-sactly what you're looking for! There is no shotgun start, it's simply come as you can between 10am an 2pm! Each child has the same EGG-sperience! They collect 10 eggs each, then redeems them for a book of their choice, donated…
Opening Day at Pick-Your-Own Daffodil Farm
Opening Day at Pick-Your-Own Daffodil Farm
Halfinger Farms, located in Higganum, welcomes visitors to experience Dancing Daffodils — one of the few pick-your-own daffodil farms in the country. The daffodil farm’s Opening Day is slated for March 28, 2024 and the season will run through the month of April. A quarter million daffodils will be in bloom, ready to pick your…
FINDING YOUR FUNNY VOICE- taught by Lisa Lampanelli
FINDING YOUR FUNNY VOICE- taught by Lisa Lampanelli
SATURDAY, MARCH 30th 11am - 5pm at Playhouse on Park Cost: $300 Learn from Lisa’s three decades of standup experience in “Finding Your Funny Voice,” a class offered by Playhouse on Park in West Hartford, CT. In the one-day class, Lisa will give students the basic building blocks of a standup comedy/storytelling performance,…
FREE ANTIQUE APPRAISALS – EVERY SATURDAY – WHO KNEW IT WAS SO VALUABLE!!
FREE ANTIQUE APPRAISALS – EVERY SATURDAY – WHO KNEW IT WAS SO VALUABLE!!
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable - thank goodness I didn't throw it away! ANTIQ'S "free" verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire,…
Santa Express
Santa Express
The Santa Express is an afternoon train giving parents and kids alike the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus. As the train travels through the cold winter wilderness, passengers can meet with Santa and play with his Elves. Each child gets a special gift and a bell from Santa. Departures at noon and 2:15 p.m.…
Walk-In Tour | Museum Masterpieces
Walk-In Tour | Museum Masterpieces
Dive into highlights of the NBMAA's permanent collection on this hour-long Docent-led tour. Saturdays at 1 p.m.
Astronomy for Everyone
Astronomy for Everyone
On April 8th, 2024 CT will experience an almost total Solar Eclipse. This presentation will cover safety precautions, including proper use of a telescope to view the eclipse. Also we will describe how an eclipse occurs, a bit of history about previous eclipses, what the Sun, our very own star is actually doing. Finally we'll…
PATIENCE
PATIENCE
What's got a love triangle, jealous soldiers, and lovesick maidens hooked on terrible poetry? Gilbert & Sullivan’s Patience. A rollicking satire on aestheticism, Patience shows us that starry-eyed fans of today’s heartthrobs aren’t much different from the poet-groupies in Victorian England. In Victorian England, a group of women have become swept up in the aesthetic…
The Evolution of Feminism Told Through Art
The Evolution of Feminism Told Through Art
Join us as we embark on a visual journey through the ever-changing landscape of feminist ideals and activism. Discover how artists across generations have harnessed the power of creativity to convey the struggles, triumphs, and complexities of the feminist movement. From the pioneering works of early suffragettes to the contemporary expressions of gender equality, this…
Xtreme Xperience
Xtreme Xperience
DRIVE A SUPERCAR ON A RACETRACK NEAR YOU! It’s YOUR turn to get behind the wheel of our fleet of exotic cars in Connecticut. Book your driving or riding Xperience on a world-class racetrack in supercars like Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Porsches and more! No experience necessary. Our Professional Instructors will teach you how to drive the…
Opening Day at Pick-Your-Own Daffodil Farm
Opening Day at Pick-Your-Own Daffodil Farm
Halfinger Farms, located in Higganum, welcomes visitors to experience Dancing Daffodils — one of the few pick-your-own daffodil farms in the country. The daffodil farm’s Opening Day is slated for March 28, 2024 and the season will run through the month of April. A quarter million daffodils will be in bloom, ready to pick your…
Easter Dinner at The Wharf
Easter Dinner at The Wharf
Join us for Easter Dinner, Sunday, March 31, 2024 | Reservations available 11 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Three Course Prix Fixe Menu | Select one from each course, per person First Course Clam Chowder Baby Gem Caesar Shaved Parmesan, White Anchovies, Garlic Croutons, Caesar Dressing, Black Pepper Tuille Foie Gras Tartlet Wild Mushroom, Truffle Vinaigrette,…
FREE ANTIQUE APPRAISALS – EVERY SATURDAY – WHO KNEW IT WAS SO VALUABLE!!
FREE ANTIQUE APPRAISALS – EVERY SATURDAY – WHO KNEW IT WAS SO VALUABLE!!
FREE Antique Appraisals - Who knew it was so valuable - thank goodness I didn't throw it away! ANTIQ'S "free" verbal antique appraisal service can provide a total solution when you need it the most. Whether you are moving, downsizing, dealing with the passing of a loved one, getting divorced or getting ready to retire,…
Easter Brunch Grand Buffet at Hilton Mystic
Easter Brunch Grand Buffet at Hilton Mystic
Easter Brunch Grand Buffet at Hilton Mystic, March 31. Four Seatings, Starting at 11:30 a.m. Advanced Reservations Required. Enjoy time with your family this year at our Easter Brunch Grand Buffet, Hilton Mystic, Sunday, March 31, 2024. We'll do the cooking so you can create memorable moments with your family. Visits with the Easter Bunny.…
Santa Express
Santa Express
The Santa Express is an afternoon train giving parents and kids alike the opportunity to visit with Santa Claus. As the train travels through the cold winter wilderness, passengers can meet with Santa and play with his Elves. Each child gets a special gift and a bell from Santa. Departures at noon and 2:15 p.m.…
Walk-In Tours | Special Exhibition – “From the Vault”
Walk-In Tours | Special Exhibition – “From the Vault”
Join a Docent-led tour through the NBMAA's exhibition From the Vault: Contemporary Highlights from the NBMAA Collection. Sundays at 1 p.m. | May 7 – June 25, 2023 Image: Peter Waite, Bridge, 2006, Acrylic on panels, 96 x 120 in., Berkshire Taconic Foundation and Stephen B. Lawrence Fund, 2006.127