Women Photographers of Connecticut exhibit at the Woodbury Public Library for the month of January.
The photography group was envisioned by Geneva Renegar as a Facebook group where women of all skill levels could find encouragement and support in developing their talents. Since the group’s inception in 2014 there have been gallery exhibitions throughout the State of Connecticut. The group has exhibited at the Southington Cultural Arts Center and, each March for Women’s History Month, they have an exhibit in Gallery 53 in Meriden, CT. There are currently 2200 members in the Facebook group. The show will be on display in the Library's Gallery Space through January 30th.
Women Photographers of Connecticut Exhibit
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
Women Photographers of Connecticut exhibit at the Woodbury Public Library for the month of January.
The photography group was envisioned by Geneva Renegar as a Facebook group where women of all skill levels could find encouragement and support in developing their talents. Since the group’s inception in 2014 there have been gallery exhibitions throughout the State of Connecticut. The group has exhibited at the Southington Cultural Arts Center and, each March for Women’s History Month, they have an exhibit in Gallery 53 in Meriden, CT. There are currently 2200 members in the Facebook group. The show will be on display in the Library's Gallery Space through January 30th.
Women Photographers of Connecticut Exhibit
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
Woodbury Police Officer Rich Marsh presents "Secrets of the Apps",a program highlighting the secret, and potentially dangerous, apps on our kids have on their mobile phones. Officer Marsh has been a police officer with the Woodbury Resident Trooper Office for over 15 years and he has served as a 5th Grade DARE program instructor for many years. During his time as an officer, Officer Marsh has conducted several large-scale investigations involving cellular phones and the apps that people use for nefarious reasons.
The idea for the “Secrets of the Apps” program was formed after an incident that occurred at the Woodbury Middle School involving several children and the SnapChat app. After the investigation of the incident, it became apparent that many parents were not fully aware of the dangers of this particular application, and some of the many other apps that are available to kids on their phones.
“Secrets of the Apps” was created to give parents the information and resources that they need to make smart decisions about their child's cellular phone use. The program, called “eye-opening and informative”, by parents who have attended, is a must see presentation, not only for parents, but also grandparents or anyone else caring for school-aged children.
"Secrets of the Apps": a Safety Program with Officer Rich Marsh
Women Photographers of Connecticut exhibit at the Woodbury Public Library for the month of January.
The photography group was envisioned by Geneva Renegar as a Facebook group where women of all skill levels could find encouragement and support in developing their talents. Since the group’s inception in 2014 there have been gallery exhibitions throughout the State of Connecticut. The group has exhibited at the Southington Cultural Arts Center and, each March for Women’s History Month, they have an exhibit in Gallery 53 in Meriden, CT. There are currently 2200 members in the Facebook group. The show will be on display in the Library's Gallery Space through January 30th.
Women Photographers of Connecticut Exhibit
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
The Bargain performs as a trio, poses important and thoughtful questions in three-part harmony, shows off their dance moves, and gives you flowers at the Seymour CC.
The Bargain at Seymour Congregational Church
Women Photographers of Connecticut exhibit at the Woodbury Public Library for the month of January.
The photography group was envisioned by Geneva Renegar as a Facebook group where women of all skill levels could find encouragement and support in developing their talents. Since the group’s inception in 2014 there have been gallery exhibitions throughout the State of Connecticut. The group has exhibited at the Southington Cultural Arts Center and, each March for Women’s History Month, they have an exhibit in Gallery 53 in Meriden, CT. There are currently 2200 members in the Facebook group. The show will be on display in the Library's Gallery Space through January 30th.
Women Photographers of Connecticut Exhibit
Students explore characters and themes through Hispanic Folktales. Students are able to delve deeper into topics introduced in our El Barrio! Workshop.
Acting Intensives-scenes from El Barrio
Students explore territory between dreams and reality as the production proceeds through the Athenian court, the lawlessness of the forest, and the disconcerting randomness of the dream state.
Acting Intensives-A Midsummer Night's Dream
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
Piano Man Meets Rocket Man is an exciting live musical tour through two piano legends' greatest hits, combining the "River of Dreams" Billy Joel tribute with Russ Davis from the "Here's Elton" show. This 6-piece tribute show earns rave reviews for making the audience feel like the seventh member of the band.
Admission begins at $35 (cash)
Piano Man meets Rocket Man
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
Women Photographers of Connecticut exhibit at the Woodbury Public Library for the month of January.
The photography group was envisioned by Geneva Renegar as a Facebook group where women of all skill levels could find encouragement and support in developing their talents. Since the group’s inception in 2014 there have been gallery exhibitions throughout the State of Connecticut. The group has exhibited at the Southington Cultural Arts Center and, each March for Women’s History Month, they have an exhibit in Gallery 53 in Meriden, CT. There are currently 2200 members in the Facebook group. The show will be on display in the Library's Gallery Space through January 30th.
Women Photographers of Connecticut Exhibit
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
Women Photographers of Connecticut exhibit at the Woodbury Public Library for the month of January.
The photography group was envisioned by Geneva Renegar as a Facebook group where women of all skill levels could find encouragement and support in developing their talents. Since the group’s inception in 2014 there have been gallery exhibitions throughout the State of Connecticut. The group has exhibited at the Southington Cultural Arts Center and, each March for Women’s History Month, they have an exhibit in Gallery 53 in Meriden, CT. There are currently 2200 members in the Facebook group. The show will be on display in the Library's Gallery Space through January 30th.
Women Photographers of Connecticut Exhibit
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
Women Photographers of Connecticut exhibit at the Woodbury Public Library for the month of January.
The photography group was envisioned by Geneva Renegar as a Facebook group where women of all skill levels could find encouragement and support in developing their talents. Since the group’s inception in 2014 there have been gallery exhibitions throughout the State of Connecticut. The group has exhibited at the Southington Cultural Arts Center and, each March for Women’s History Month, they have an exhibit in Gallery 53 in Meriden, CT. There are currently 2200 members in the Facebook group. The show will be on display in the Library's Gallery Space through January 30th.
Women Photographers of Connecticut Exhibit
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
The natural phenomenon of bird migration is easily observed and studied in Connecticut due to the state’s location, geography, and habitat diversity. Chris Wood will present an overview of bird migration, with particular consideration of where Connecticut fits into the big picture of bird conservation and the enjoyment of the hobby of birding. With a state list of over 450 birds, many of which are migrants through the state, Connecticut birders have the opportunity to see well over one quarter of all the bird species found in the United States. Sustaining necessary habitats for breeding birds and migrants in our highly developed state is an important goal for land conservation efforts and this presentation discusses efforts and strategies to attain that goal.
Chris Wood has been a birder and photographer for over 50 years. He has a Master’s Degree in biology and studied under famed ornithologist Dr. Noble Proctor. Chris is retired after a career as a state government executive, a land conservation and management planner with The Nature Conservancy, a municipal planner, and a private land use consultant. He is a past president of the Connecticut Ornithological Association, a founding member of the Western Connecticut Bird Club, and he served as chair of the first Connecticut Breeding Bird Atlas steering committee.
Chris now spends much of his time photographing birds and nature, traveling to the neotropics and southwest US to see and photograph as many different hummingbirds as possible, and helping maintain their yard and gardens in Woodbury Connecticut.
Bird Migration with Christopher Wood
Women Photographers of Connecticut exhibit at the Woodbury Public Library for the month of January.
The photography group was envisioned by Geneva Renegar as a Facebook group where women of all skill levels could find encouragement and support in developing their talents. Since the group’s inception in 2014 there have been gallery exhibitions throughout the State of Connecticut. The group has exhibited at the Southington Cultural Arts Center and, each March for Women’s History Month, they have an exhibit in Gallery 53 in Meriden, CT. There are currently 2200 members in the Facebook group. The show will be on display in the Library's Gallery Space through January 30th.
Women Photographers of Connecticut Exhibit
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
Women Photographers of Connecticut exhibit at the Woodbury Public Library for the month of January.
The photography group was envisioned by Geneva Renegar as a Facebook group where women of all skill levels could find encouragement and support in developing their talents. Since the group’s inception in 2014 there have been gallery exhibitions throughout the State of Connecticut. The group has exhibited at the Southington Cultural Arts Center and, each March for Women’s History Month, they have an exhibit in Gallery 53 in Meriden, CT. There are currently 2200 members in the Facebook group. The show will be on display in the Library's Gallery Space through January 30th.
Women Photographers of Connecticut Exhibit
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
Students explore characters and themes through Hispanic Folktales. Students are able to delve deeper into topics introduced in our El Barrio! Workshop.
Acting Intensives-scenes from El Barrio
Calling all bird lovers and poetry lovers alike-
Join Poet Laureate Katie Baker to listen to poetry on our favorite feathered friends!
Local poets will be reading original and classic poems on birds in the Library Gallery.
Coffee and tea will be offered!
All are welcome, come as you are.
'For Love of Birds' Poetry Reading
Students explore territory between dreams and reality as the production proceeds through the Athenian court, the lawlessness of the forest, and the disconcerting randomness of the dream state.
Acting Intensives-A Midsummer Night's Dream
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
The 2nd Annual Thomaston Restaurant Week is your opportunity to try as many restaurants as your schedule allows for one incredibly low fixed price. Ever wonder about that restaurant you’ve heard about or driven by all those times? Thomaston Restaurant Week 2026 is your chance to give it a try at a reduced cost. This event is a collaboration between the Economic Development Commission of Thomaston, CT. and It’s Restaurant Week.
Thomaston Restaurant Week
Prepare to be instantly drawn into the playful chemistry and comic banter of legendary composer-producer David Foster and popular singer-actress Katharine McPhee as they perform four decades of Foster’s hits.
In between songs, the husband-and-wife team banter and joke, sharing “behind the song” anecdotes and stories.
David Foster is a musical genius and one of the most successful songwriters and producers in pop history. Mostly known for his ethereal melodies from the 80s and 90s, Foster will pull fond memories from your past when he delivers decades of hits like Celine Dion’s “Because You Loved Me,” Earth Wind and Fire’s “After The Love Is Gone,” Chicago’s ”You’re the Inspiration,” Josh Groban’s “You Raised Me Up,” Michael Buble’s “Home,” Natalie Cole’s “Unforgettable,” and many, many more.
A Broadway singer and actress, McPhee’s career took off after her run on American Idol. She went on to become a successful recording artist and actress, with roles in film, television, and the stage, most notably in the TV show Smash and on Broadway and London’s West End in the hit musical, Waitress.
The music at the center of this intimate evening is a selection of Foster’s hit songs as well as songs that are popular with McPhee’s fans, including her cover of Judy Garland's "Somewhere Over the Rainbow," and "She Used to Be Mine" from Waitress. And her Celine Dion impression is hilariously spot-on!
David Foster & Katharine McPhee
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
Build your 1:1 Art Lesson to you. You can customize each lesson by the skills that you want to learn. This can be in the medium of your choosing. We offer this to children, teens and adults.
We also offer packages upon request that are tailored to your artistic and creative goals. Contact genna@artlightenct.com for more information.
1 Lesson = $75
4 Lessons = $285
6 Lessons = $430
8 Lessons = $575
Private 1:1 Art Lessons
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
Local photographer Michael Audette will present talk featuring a collection of song and shorebirds from South Carolina at the Woodbury Public Library on Tuesday, February 3 at 6:00 PM. The photo presentation of colorful birds includes a variety of warblers, egrets, sandpipers and plovers and are often seen migrating through Connecticut, especially our coastline.
Michael Audette has been a photographer for most of his adult life with a focus on wildlife and bird photography over the past 20 years. He actively participates in Connecticut bird counts and frequently travels along the East Coast, tracking migratory birds from Maine to South Carolina. Michael serves on the Board of the Connecticut Ornithological Association and holds the position of Board Vice President of Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust.
Photo: Prothonotary Warbler, Michael Audette
"The Birds of the Low Country"
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
Hang out with your friends, get creative with new art mediums, and relax afterschool at this teens only event! All teens aged 13-18 are welcome, with supplies and snacks provided.
General– $5
Adventure Passholders – $0
Waterbury Students – $0
Kids Adventure Passholders will receive discount.
Support provided by American Savings Foundation and Post University.
Teen Time
Join us for a delightful afternoon of good food and engaging conversations about local art and history!Order ahead from Sweet Bella @ The MATT or bring your own lunch to enjoy.
First Wednesday of Every Month | 12–1 PM
In the 1870s, 120 boys from China, most of them barely teenagers, came to Connecticut to participate in a groundbreaking scheme: a cultural and educational exchange program. The boys boarded ships and trains, leaving everything familiar, with the expectations of a nation on their shoulders. The story of the boys of the Chinese Educational Mission is a story of hopes, dreams, sacrifice, and the life-changing experience of international exchange.
COST
$10.00 per Non- Member
$5.00 per Member
Pre-registration is suggested due to limited spots.
Sponsored by Christine and Eugene Shugrue
Lunch and Learn | Journeys: Boys of the Chinese Educational Mission
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
Join us for a delicious, family style dinner to support the Mattatuck Museum!
This fundraiser is a chance to enjoy an incredible meal, gather with friends, and help us continue the work we do in our community. There will also be raffle items and themed baskets to make the night even more exciting.
Thursday, February 5
Family Style Sit Down Dinner Service
Pontelandolfo Community Club
380 Farmwood Road, Waterbury
Doors Open at 6:00 PM – Cash Bar – Starts at 6:30 pm
First Serving
Pasta Fagioli
Second Serving
Italian Antipasti
Third Serving
Pasta with sides of meatballs and soffritto
Fourth Serving
Filet Tips with Mushroom Demi Glace, Oven Roasted Potatoes, and Fresh Salad
Wine
Bottles of wine served at the table
$45 per guest
Tables are available. Email colin@mattmuseum.org to register.
Ponte Club Fundraising Dinner
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
Friday at 6:30 p.m., February 6, 2026. Paint Party for: couples, best friends, family or other. Paint side by side, with the direction of an experienced artist. Age: 14 and over. Snacks and non-alcohol drinks allowed.
Paint Party: Koi Fish Couples Event
Students explore characters and themes through Hispanic Folktales. Students are able to delve deeper into topics introduced in our El Barrio! Workshop.
Acting Intensives-scenes from El Barrio
To the galleries we go! For this art class, join as we sketch our way around the galleries. All experience levels are welcome to take part in this practice. We will begin by warming up with quick sketches of art in the galleries, and spend the rest of the session working on a close-up study of an art piece of your choice. All materials will be provided.
Non-Member: $25
Member: $20
Sponsored by the George and Grace Long Foundation & the Linford and Mildred White Charitable Fund
Adult Art Workshop: Sketching in the Galleries
Students explore territory between dreams and reality as the production proceeds through the Athenian court, the lawlessness of the forest, and the disconcerting randomness of the dream state.
Acting Intensives-A Midsummer Night's Dream
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
Join Isabelle Laufer for “The Full Bake”, a special Beginner Sourdough Bread Baking Class, and an introduction to the art and science of sourdough baking. The program includes a one-hour presentation, a classic sourdough recipe card, and a sourdough starter to bring home and make your own!
This beginner-friendly class covers everything aspiring home bakers need to get started with sourdough, including how to care for and maintain a sourdough starter, the science behind fermentation and proofing, dough shaping techniques and essential baking methods to achieve a delicious, crusty loaf.
Isabelle Laufer is a nurse by trade and a homegrown cook and baker by heart. She blends her love for teaching with a passion for all things homemade and steeped in tradition. When she’s not shaping loaves or sharing sourdough secrets, you’ll find her surrounded by animals, crafting something cozy, or nurturing community through the simple magic of real food.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Sourdough Baking Class
Discover a wide range of artistic styles and materials while exploring the exciting Mixmaster exhibition! After finding inspiration in your favorite artwork, you will use paints and imaginative techniques to decorate a unique, personalized photo frame to take home. Get ready to mix colors, explore patterns, and create!
Non-Members – $10
Adults: $5
Kids Adventure Passholders : $0
Waterbury Students – $0
Support provided by American Savings Foundation and Post University.
Kid's Art Workshop | Happy Hearts: Card Making
Celebrate friendship and fun! Bring in your favorite photos of friends to learn mixed-media techniques to create beautiful, lasting memory pages in your own custom scrapbook style.
Non-Members – $15
Members – $10
Adventure Passholders – $0
Waterbury Students – $0
Kids Adventure Passholders will receive discount.
Support provided by American Savings Foundation and Post University.
Intermediate Youth Art Workshop: My Besties and Me
The pioneers of Freestyle Music are coming to the Palace Theater: Lisa Lisa, George Lamond, The Cover Girls, Rockell, Noel, Lisette Melendez, and David from Nice & Wild. This high-energy event brings together some of the most iconic artists who helped shape the Freestyle and pop sound of the 1980s and beyond.
Headlining the evening is the legendary Lisa Lisa, one of the greatest R&B/Pop divas to emerge from the 1980s music scene. With her groundbreaking group Lisa Lisa & Cult Jam, she released five chart-topping albums that cemented their place in New York City’s thriving music culture. As the first Latin artist to achieve major nationwide success, Lisa Lisa paved the way for generations of Latin performers in the English-language market. Fans will enjoy timeless hits such as "I Wonder If I Take You Home," "All Cried Out," "Can You Feel the Beat," and "Lost in Emotion."
The show will also feature Freestyle stars: George Lamond ("Bad of the Heart"), The Cover Girls ("Show Me," "Wishing on a Star"), Rockell ("In a Dream"), Noel ("Silent Morning," "The Question"), Lisette Melendez ("Together Forever"), and David from Nice & Wild ("Diamond Girl").
Pre-Show 80s Dance Party
Kick the night off at an 80s Dance Party before the show with dj entertainment, dancing, delicious food & dessert, and a signature cocktail. All proceeds benefit the Palace Theater Annual Fund. Tickets can be purchased while buying your show tickets.
Freestyle Extravaganza: Lovers Edition
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
Are you searching for local job opportunities? The Waterbury Good Jobs Ordinance is designed to prioritize local talent for publicly funded projects. Whether you're a skilled professional or a motivated beginner, there are opportunities available for you! Mark your calendar for the open house on February 11th from 12 PM to 4 PM at the American Job Center, located at 249 Thomaston Ave, Waterbury, CT. Don't miss out!
Waterbury Tradespeople Open House
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
Hosted by Woodbury Poet Laureate Katie Baker.
January's theme is TRANSFORMATION
All are welcome!
Poetry Open Mic Night
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
Albert Rivera is one of the busiest saxmen in the New York metro area and beyond, fitting 150+ gigs a year around a busy teaching and mentoring schedule. He has served as Operations Director of Litchfield Jazz Camp since 2005 and regularly appears on the Camp and Festival stages. His collaborators have included Don Braden, Jimmy Greene, Claudio Roditi, Avery Sharpe, Rachel Z, and Junior Mance, to name a few.
Rivera has earned numerous accolades, including the ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award, a Chamber Music America Residency Grant, and a New York City Artist Corp Grant. Known for his mastery of soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones, he was hailed as "a modern Jazz Messenger" by critic Hartford Courant Owen McNally. For this Poli Club Valentine’s Day outing, Albert will be joined Ian Carroll on drums, Anson Jones on vocals, Alejandra Williams-Manieri on piano and Sean Pentland on bass.
Litchfield Jazz presents Albert Rivera Quintet
This January marks the beginning of Litchfield Performing Arts’ 45th Anniversary year , and the first show on that calendar of events drops February 13th at the Poli Club. It features Albert Rivera & Friends in a Valentine’s Celebration.
Albert Rivera is a jazz star with Litchfield connections that go back more than two decades. He found Litchfield Jazz Camp when he was 15, and today is its Operations Director and one of the busiest horn players in New York. Add to this 150+ gigs a year around a busy teaching schedule, and you get the picture. Rivera appears on Festival stages around the country and draws sold-out houses every time he headlines Litchfield Jazz Presents at the Poli Club.
Albert will be joined for this Valentine’s show by pianist Alejandra Williams , drummer Ian Carroll, vocalist Anson Jones , and a special guest from Seoul South Korea, bassist Sean Pentland. Pentland is currently touring the US with noted saxophonist Jerry Bergonzi introducing their upcoming release Windward. He returns in July to join the Litchfield Jazz Camp faculty and appear on opening night of the Litchfield Jazz Festival, July 24th.
LITCHFIELD JAZZ PRESENTS: A Valentine’s Celebration With Albert Rivera & Friends
Albert Rivera is one of the busiest saxmen in the New York metro area and beyond, fitting 150+ gigs a year around a busy teaching and mentoring schedule. He has served as Operations Director of Litchfield Jazz Camp since 2005 and regularly appears on the Camp and Festival stages. His collaborators have included Don Braden, Jimmy Greene, Claudio Roditi, Avery Sharpe, Rachel Z, and Junior Mance, to name a few.
Rivera has earned numerous accolades, including the ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award, a Chamber Music America Residency Grant, and a New York City Artist Corp Grant. Known for his mastery of soprano, alto, and tenor saxophones, he was hailed as "a modern Jazz Messenger" by critic Hartford Courant Owen McNally. For this Poli Club Valentine’s Day outing, Albert will be joined Ian Carroll on drums, Anson Jones on vocals, Alejandra Williams-Manieri on piano and Sean Pentland on bass.
Litchfield Jazz presents Albert Rivera Quintet
Students explore characters and themes through Hispanic Folktales. Students are able to delve deeper into topics introduced in our El Barrio! Workshop.
Acting Intensives-scenes from El Barrio
Join Christine Giordano for an Artist Trading Cards program. Artist Trading Cards (ATCs) are miniature works of art created on 2.5 x 3.5 inch card stock and are originals that are self-produced in small editions. Anybody can make an ATC card to trade with other people who also create cards, hopefully in person. ATCs should not be sold and all materials to create yours will be supplied. Already an ATC creator? Bring cards to swap!
Christine Giordano is an ATC enthusiast who wants to spread this joy this miniature art project brings. The project was started in 1997 by Swiss artist M. Vänçi Stirnemann and since then hundreds of people from all over the world have traded ATCs during trading sessions, through mail or by participating at events like this!
Artist Trading Cards Event
Students explore territory between dreams and reality as the production proceeds through the Athenian court, the lawlessness of the forest, and the disconcerting randomness of the dream state.
Acting Intensives-A Midsummer Night's Dream
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with an evening of romance, mystery, and a most extraordinary masquerade?
The Mattatuck Museum is delighted to present, in collaboration with Grymm Studios, The Nevermore Masquerade: A Gothic Romance Immersive Event. Guests are invited to don their most elegant masquerade attire and step into a world of intrigue, where Prince Prospero welcomes revelers alongside his enigmatic guest of honor – Edgar Allan Poe himself!
This immersive experience places attendees at the heart of a reimagined Poe classic, offering a modern and theatrical interpretation of “The Masque of the Red Death”. Lavish costumes, spirited dancing, delectable hors d’oeuvres, and indulgent libations set the stage, but they are only the beginning. As the evening unfolds, a dark and captivating mystery emerges, guided by an eccentric cast of characters who draw guests deeper into the story with moments of wit, suspense, and surprise. Guests may choose to actively engage with the characters and influence the unfolding events, or simply observe as the drama and intrigue reveal themselves throughout the night.
With the “Master of the Macabre” presiding over the festivities, expect the unexpected during this enchanting evening. The atmosphere comes alive as Prince Prospero’s personal DJ, Rave-N, fills the hall with an electrifying blend of electro-classical dance music, ensuring the celebration continues long into the evening.
Prepare to lose yourself in a Valentine’s affair unlike any other – where elegance meets darkness, and every masked guest becomes part of the tale.
Your ticket includes:
★ 3 hours of interactive storytelling and comedy!
★ Electro-swing music presented by DJ Rave-N!
★ An enticing hors d’oeuvres buffet!
★ Gluten free and vegan options available!
★ Timeless cocktails and mocktails from our cash bar!
★ Masquerade Masks provided for those who prefer mystery!
★ And much more!
When: Saturday, February 14th, 2026 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Where: Mattatuck Museum 144 W Main St, Waterbury, CT 06702
Ticket Price: $50 per person*
To purchase tickets visit: https://www.mattmuseum.org/calendar
*This event is 21+ only! ID will be checked at the door.
Attire: Costumes are required fitting the theme of a classic masquerade ball! However, timeless takes on costumes are also welcome! (Steampunk, Gothic, Victorian, 1920’s-1940’s formal wear, etc)
Health & Safety: Grymm Studios is committed to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all guests and performers. We encourage attendees to be mindful of their health in the days leading up to the event.
If you are feeling unwell, have been recently exposed to illness, or are experiencing symptoms, we kindly ask that you prioritize your well-being and the well-being of others by staying home or masking during the event.
The Nevermore Masquerade
December 14, 2025 – March 26, 2026
The Mattatuck Museum is thrilled to partner with the New England Sculpture Association (NESA) for the juried exhibition NESA at the MATT: Learning from the Past. Open to members of NESA, this show encourages artists to reflect on their personal backgrounds in addition to larger histories of craft, politics, and identity. Learning from the Past situates contemporary sculpture within artistic practices ranging from ancient periods to those in recent memory. Featuring the work of artists from the New England region, New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past is a celebration of the past, present, and future of sculpture.
HOURS:
MONDAY: CLOSED
TUESDAY through SATURDAY: 11 AM to 5 PM
SUNDAY: 11 AM to 4 PM
New England Sculpture Association at the MATT: Learning from the Past
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
Join Artemis Price, the author of the Working for Love romance series an author talk, book signing, and cupcake making! The book series follows the lives of grocery store workers Olivia and Dean and the mysterious cupcake and love notes that cause a whirlwind of confusion. Artemis lives in Northwestern Connecticut with her son Dominik. When she's not crafting romances that take place in unique places, she's an elementary school teacher.
She worked at a grocery store for nearly ten years, and some of the things that her characters Sean and Olivia experienced were things that she embellished from her own real life experiences. Sadly no one sent her cupcakes! But you can decorate yours at this swoon-worthy program.
Books will be available for purchase.
Book Talk, Signing & Cupcakes with Romance Author Artemis Price
For seven years, a certain boy wizard attended a certain school of magic and conquered evil—this is not his story. Based on the award-winning Harry Potter series, Puffs follows Wayne Hopkins and his fellow misfits in the House that's easy to forget, proving that even if you're not the Chosen One, your story still matters in this hilarious and heartfelt love letter to anyone who has ever felt like a secondary character in their own life.
February 21, 27, 28, March 6, 7 at 8 pm
February 22, March 1, 8 at 2 pm
Admission begins at $26.50 (cash)
PUFFS
For seven years, a certain boy wizard attended a certain school of magic and conquered evil—this is not his story. Based on the award-winning Harry Potter series, Puffs follows Wayne Hopkins and his fellow misfits in the House that's easy to forget, proving that even if you're not the Chosen One, your story still matters in this hilarious and heartfelt love letter to anyone who has ever felt like a secondary character in their own life.
February 21, 27, 28, March 6, 7 at 8 pm
February 22, March 1, 8 at 2 pm
Admission begins at $26.50 (cash)
PUFFS
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
A humanities initiative exploring time, history, and transformation in Waterbury. Through storytelling, performance, and discussion, participants examine community identity, celebrate cultural folktales, and present original scenes.
Neighborhoods after-school
Enjoy a fun night supporting Children's Community School. Your $25 ticket price includes 10 BINGO cards, daubers and 1 door prize ticket. Chance to win designer purses, gift cards valued at $100 or more.
Children's Community School - Purse & Gift Card BINGO
Join us on a musical journey from your first day in the valley all the way to your arrival to the summit, with the brand new Stardew Valley concert Symphony of Seasons!
Curated by ConcernedApe, Symphony of Seasons features a 35-piece orchestra performing the most memorable music from the game, and a screen above the stage playing gameplay footage plus original content created exclusively for this tour.
Concert-goers can look forward to hearing the game's most cherished songs as they watch their farm grow throughout the seasons and explore some of the valley’s most memorable locations, from Pelican Town to the Skull Cavern, Ginger Island to Calico Desert, the Submarine to the Wizard's Tower and much more.
Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons
For seven years, a certain boy wizard attended a certain school of magic and conquered evil—this is not his story. Based on the award-winning Harry Potter series, Puffs follows Wayne Hopkins and his fellow misfits in the House that's easy to forget, proving that even if you're not the Chosen One, your story still matters in this hilarious and heartfelt love letter to anyone who has ever felt like a secondary character in their own life.
February 21, 27, 28, March 6, 7 at 8 pm
February 22, March 1, 8 at 2 pm
Admission begins at $26.50 (cash)
PUFFS
Gabriele Davis, a freelance writer and former children's magazine editor, is the author of two children's books, Peaches and Our Joyful Noise. Join us for storytime, where she will read Our Joyful Noise and lead kids through a related craft.
As a child, Gabriele longed to see families like hers reflected in the books she read. Now she gets to make that happen for other underrepresented readers. Our Joyful Noise is a joyful, jazzy picture book following a Black family through a week of shared moments and simple pleasures, woven through with hidden musical jewels from spirituals and songs.
Gabriele enjoys creating works that inspire children to laugh, love, discover their inner strength, and feel seen. Peaches, released in May 2024, was Gabriele's debut picture book. Her second book, Our Joyful Noise, followed in Fall 2024. She lives in the Northwest Hills of Connecticut where she tutors, teaches yoga, bikes, and writes. She is a member of 12x12, KidLit in Color, and SCBWI.
Books will be available for purchase and personalization.
Children's Storytime: Our Joyful Noise
Join author Dr. Samuel Markind as he delves into why music touches us so deeply — and talks about the scientific mechanisms behind this phenomenon. In his recently published book, Music Between Your Ears, Dr. Markind explores the intriguing relationship between music and brain function. Grounded in evolutionary history, learn about the pivotal role music plays in human survival and procreation. From communication and caregiving to social bonding and partner selection, music has molded the human species and continues to shape our lives in remarkable ways.
Through vivid examples, Dr. Markind will highlight the brain’s instinctive capacity for music: from newborns’ natural affinity for rhythm and melody to the effect that music has on brain development throughout life. Music also helps people learn at any age and in any condition, so it can improve speech, movement, and memory in both healthy individuals and those suffering from illness or injury.
Samuel Markind, MD is a neurologist with over 30 years of experience, and is a student of piano and dance.
"Music Between Your Ears" Author Talk with Dr. Samuel Markind
For seven years, a certain boy wizard attended a certain school of magic and conquered evil—this is not his story. Based on the award-winning Harry Potter series, Puffs follows Wayne Hopkins and his fellow misfits in the House that's easy to forget, proving that even if you're not the Chosen One, your story still matters in this hilarious and heartfelt love letter to anyone who has ever felt like a secondary character in their own life.
February 21, 27, 28, March 6, 7 at 8 pm
February 22, March 1, 8 at 2 pm
Admission begins at $26.50 (cash)
PUFFS
Build your 1:1 Art Lesson to you. You can customize each lesson by the skills that you want to learn. This can be in the medium of your choosing. We offer this to children, teens and adults.
We also offer packages upon request that are tailored to your artistic and creative goals. Contact genna@artlightenct.com for more information.
1 Lesson = $75
4 Lessons = $285
6 Lessons = $430
8 Lessons = $575
Private 1:1 Art Lessons
For seven years, a certain boy wizard attended a certain school of magic and conquered evil—this is not his story. Based on the award-winning Harry Potter series, Puffs follows Wayne Hopkins and his fellow misfits in the House that's easy to forget, proving that even if you're not the Chosen One, your story still matters in this hilarious and heartfelt love letter to anyone who has ever felt like a secondary character in their own life.
February 21, 27, 28, March 6, 7 at 8 pm
February 22, March 1, 8 at 2 pm
Admission begins at $26.50 (cash)
PUFFS
Dive into the thrilling Blue Man Group experience – a blend of captivating music, interactive art and audience engagement.
Blue Man Group creates a fun, disruptive and out of the ordinary atmosphere that exhilarates the senses and uplifts spirits for audiences of all ages. Join over 50 million fans who’ve experienced the magic of Blue Man Group across the world!
Blue Man Group
Dive into the thrilling Blue Man Group experience – a blend of captivating music, interactive art and audience engagement.
Blue Man Group creates a fun, disruptive and out of the ordinary atmosphere that exhilarates the senses and uplifts spirits for audiences of all ages. Join over 50 million fans who’ve experienced the magic of Blue Man Group across the world!
Blue Man Group
Dive into the thrilling Blue Man Group experience – a blend of captivating music, interactive art and audience engagement.
Blue Man Group creates a fun, disruptive and out of the ordinary atmosphere that exhilarates the senses and uplifts spirits for audiences of all ages. Join over 50 million fans who’ve experienced the magic of Blue Man Group across the world!
