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
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 friendly competition where you vote for “ BEST Appetizer ” & “ BEST Cocktail ” in all of Thomaston!
On January 20th, 2026 from 6-9pm, we kick off “Thomaston Restaurant Week” with the inaugural “ Sip & Savor ” event whereby local eateries will come together, under one roof at the beautiful Clocktown Brewing Company and compete for “ Best Appetizer ” & “ Best Cocktail/Mocktail ” as voted by you. Reserve your spot here!
PARTICIPATING EATERIES INCLUDE:
* Black Rock Tavern
* Clocktown Brewing Company
* Crabby Al’s
* Cutie Pies Bakery & Cafe
* Epicure Pizza
* Greens N Things
* Gringo’s Bar
* Rozzi’s Restaurant
* Señor Pancho’s
* Thai in Love
Tickets are limited! You must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
Thomaston "Sip & Savor" Kickoff Event
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
Blue Man Group
EagleMania has been dazzling audiences for over a decade by spectacularly reproducing the music of The Eagles.
EagleMania thrills internationally sold-out audiences with their stunning five part harmony, virtuoso guitar work and uncanny ability to emulate the distinct sound of The Eagles. The EagleMania show consists of the Eagles’ greatest hits, as well as select Don Henley, Glenn Frey, and Joe Walsh solo efforts.
If you like The Eagles you simply must experience the world’s greatest Eagles Tribute, EagleMania!
EagleMania — The World's Greatest Eagles Tribute Band
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
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
Hosted by Woodbury Poet Laureate Katie Baker.
January's theme is TRANSFORMATION
All are welcome!
Poetry Open Mic Night
NYC and LA organist/pianist, Brian Charette, has established himself as a leading voice in modern jazz. Born in Meriden, Connecticut in 1972, Brian was introduced to music by his mother, Catherine. By the age of 17, he was playing with jazz luminaries such as Lou Donaldson and Houston Person. Brian is a staple of the downtown NYC scene working with virtually everyone who plays with an organist.
He is a Hammond U.S.A, Hammond Europe, I.K Multimedia, and Casio endorsed, Cellar Live recording artist. Charette is also a prolific composer of large ensemble music, penning and performing compositions with The Jazz Dock Orchestra in Prague and The Modern Art Orchestra in Budapest. Brian has performed with many notable artists such as Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Paul Simon, Cyndi Lauper, Oz Noy, Vinnie Colaiuta, John Patitucci, and many more.
Jazz: Brian Charette Organ Trio
NYC and LA organist/pianist, Brian Charette, has established himself as a leading voice in modern jazz. Born in Meriden, Connecticut in 1972, Brian was introduced to music by his mother, Catherine. By the age of 17, he was playing with jazz luminaries such as Lou Donaldson and Houston Person. Brian is a staple of the downtown NYC scene working with virtually everyone who plays with an organist.
He is a Hammond U.S.A, Hammond Europe, I.K Multimedia, and Casio endorsed, Cellar Live recording artist. Charette is also a prolific composer of large ensemble music, penning and performing compositions with The Jazz Dock Orchestra in Prague and The Modern Art Orchestra in Budapest. Brian has performed with many notable artists such as Joni Mitchell, Chaka Khan, Paul Simon, Cyndi Lauper, Oz Noy, Vinnie Colaiuta, John Patitucci, and many more.
Jazz: Brian Charette Organ Trio
Welcome…to Jurassic Park!
The action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million years in the making.
Now audiences can experience Jurassic Park as never before: projected in HD with a full symphony orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture.
"Jurassic Park" in Concert with the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
Landmark Community Theatre and Legendary Concerts are proud to announce that country-rock legends Pure Prairie League will perform at the Thomaston Opera House on Sunday, March 22, 2026. This premiere event marks a significant milestone for the newly renovated historic venue, bringing one of the genre's most influential bands to Thomaston for an unforgettable evening of music.
Now in their sixth decade, Pure Prairie League continues to captivate audiences and inspire a new generation of country-rock artists including Keith Urban, Nickel Creek, Wilco, and Counting Crows. The band's timeless hits—including the classic "Amie," "Let Me Love You Tonight," and "Two Lane Highway"—have earned them a place among country-rock's pioneering forces.
The Thomaston Opera House provides an exceptional setting for this premiere performance. The venue's intimate atmosphere creates a unique connection between performers and audiences, while its carefully restored acoustics ensure every note resonates with clarity and warmth. Comfortable seating and excellent sight-lines from every seat make the Opera House an ideal destination for music lovers seeking an authentic, up-close concert experience in a beautifully
preserved historic theater.
Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Thomaston Opera House, 158 Main Street, Thomaston, CT 06787
Box Office 860-283-6250
www.LandmarkCommunityTheatre.org
Pure Prairie League
The most Tony Award-winning Show of 2024. The most Tony Award-nominated Play of all time. Stereophonic mines the agony and the ecstasy of creation as it zooms in on a music studio in 1976.
Here, an up-and-coming rock band recording a new album finds itself suddenly on the cusp of superstardom. The ensuing pressures could spark their breakup — or their breakthrough. Written by David Adjmi, directed by Daniel Aukin, and featuring original music by Arcade Fire’s Will Butler, Stereophonic invites the audience to immerse themselves — with fly-on-the-wall intimacy — in the powder keg process of a band on the brink of blowing up.
Stereophonic, which features original songs by Academy Award® nominee and Grammy Award® winner Will Butler, formerly of Arcade Fire, dominated the “Best Theater of 2023” lists, with top rankings in The New York Times, New York Magazine, The Washington Post, Time Out New York, Town & Country, TheaterMania, Theaterly, and The Spectator. In April 024, Stereophonic became the most Tony-nominated play in history receiving 13 Award nominations. It then became the most Tony Award-winning show of the 2024 season, winning 5 Tony Awards including Best Play, Direction (Daniel Aukin), Scenic Design (David Zinn) and Sound Design (Ryan Rumery).
Stereophonic is recommended for ages 13 and up. The play contains simulated drug use and adult topics.
Stereophonic
The most Tony Award-winning Show of 2024. The most Tony Award-nominated Play of all time. Stereophonic mines the agony and the ecstasy of creation as it zooms in on a music studio in 1976.
Here, an up-and-coming rock band recording a new album finds itself suddenly on the cusp of superstardom. The ensuing pressures could spark their breakup — or their breakthrough. Written by David Adjmi, directed by Daniel Aukin, and featuring original music by Arcade Fire’s Will Butler, Stereophonic invites the audience to immerse themselves — with fly-on-the-wall intimacy — in the powder keg process of a band on the brink of blowing up.
Stereophonic, which features original songs by Academy Award® nominee and Grammy Award® winner Will Butler, formerly of Arcade Fire, dominated the “Best Theater of 2023” lists, with top rankings in The New York Times, New York Magazine, The Washington Post, Time Out New York, Town & Country, TheaterMania, Theaterly, and The Spectator. In April 024, Stereophonic became the most Tony-nominated play in history receiving 13 Award nominations. It then became the most Tony Award-winning show of the 2024 season, winning 5 Tony Awards including Best Play, Direction (Daniel Aukin), Scenic Design (David Zinn) and Sound Design (Ryan Rumery).
Stereophonic is recommended for ages 13 and up. The play contains simulated drug use and adult topics.
Stereophonic
The most Tony Award-winning Show of 2024. The most Tony Award-nominated Play of all time. Stereophonic mines the agony and the ecstasy of creation as it zooms in on a music studio in 1976.
Here, an up-and-coming rock band recording a new album finds itself suddenly on the cusp of superstardom. The ensuing pressures could spark their breakup — or their breakthrough. Written by David Adjmi, directed by Daniel Aukin, and featuring original music by Arcade Fire’s Will Butler, Stereophonic invites the audience to immerse themselves — with fly-on-the-wall intimacy — in the powder keg process of a band on the brink of blowing up.
Stereophonic, which features original songs by Academy Award® nominee and Grammy Award® winner Will Butler, formerly of Arcade Fire, dominated the “Best Theater of 2023” lists, with top rankings in The New York Times, New York Magazine, The Washington Post, Time Out New York, Town & Country, TheaterMania, Theaterly, and The Spectator. In April 024, Stereophonic became the most Tony-nominated play in history receiving 13 Award nominations. It then became the most Tony Award-winning show of the 2024 season, winning 5 Tony Awards including Best Play, Direction (Daniel Aukin), Scenic Design (David Zinn) and Sound Design (Ryan Rumery).
Stereophonic is recommended for ages 13 and up. The play contains simulated drug use and adult topics.
Stereophonic
Susan is a passionate advocate for recognizing the inherent value and purpose within every individual, especially children. Susan is now sharing her heartfelt message through children's literature.
Her book, The Whisper That Is Mine, is a testament to her belief that everyone has value even when mistakes are made, and that our worth is rooted in who we are, not just our actions. Susan is committed to empowering audiences, young and old, to embrace their inherent value and make a positive impact.
A 1992 graduate of Boston University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, Summa Cum Laude, with distinction and was inducted into the prestigious Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society, Susan brings a strong academic foundation in understanding human potential to her work. Her deep commitment to serving others has been recognized with community accolades, including the 2018 Corporate Volunteer of the Year Award by the Hartford Business Journal and the 2017 MADD Community Service Award.
Children's Storytime: "The Whisper That Is Mine"
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
With a distinctive sound that resists categorization, Grammy nominated violinist, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Andrew Bird makes his debut with the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra.
Balancing swelling sounds with jazz, folk, and pop melodies in an unforgettable display of unique virtuosity, Bird celebrates the 20th anniversary of his acclaimed record The Mysterious Production of Eggs. Featuring a top-to-bottom album performance with orchestral arrangements, Bird caps off the performance with a suite of fan-favorite tunes from his nearly 30-year repertoire.
Since beginning his recording career in 1997, Andrew Bird has released 18 albums and performed extensively across the globe, headlining concerts at Carnegie Hall, Sydney Opera House, Walt Disney Concert Hall, Red Rocks Amphitheatre, and festivals worldwide. Bird has been a featured TED Talks presenter, a New Yorker Festival guest, and an op-ed contributor for the New York Times. He performed as the Whistling Caruso in Disney's The Muppets and scored the FX Series Baskets. Shortly after receiving his 2020 Grammy nomination for Best Folk Album, Bird made his professional acting debut in the cast of FX’s Fargo. In 2025, Bird celebrates the 20th anniversary of his acclaimed record The Mysterious Production of Eggs with a limited run of concerts, performing the record for the first time in its entirety alongside a full orchestra.
Andrew Bird with the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra
Diana Krall is the only jazz singer to have eight albums debut at the top of the Billboard Jazz Albums chart.
To date, her albums have garnered two Grammy® Awards, ten Juno® Awards and have also earned nine gold, three platinum and seven multi-platinum albums. Krall's unique artistry transcends any single musical style and has made her one of the most recognizable artists of our time. As The New York Times recently noted Krall possesses, “A voice at once cool and sultry, wielded with a rhythmic sophistication”
Born in Nanaimo, British Columbia, which is outside of Vancouver, Krall grew up in the western part of Canada and began studying the piano when she was four years old. By the time she was 15, she was performing jazz locally and with the encouragement of her father, a stride pianist with a vast knowledge of such Twenties and Thirties keyboard masters as Fats Waller, James P. Johnson, and Earl Hines, she devoted herself to music. "I think Dad had every recording Fats Waller ever made," she says, "and I tried to learn as many as I could."
Diana Krall’s recordings have been included in several film soundtracks, and she has expanded upon her role as a performer to include songwriting, producing and arranging and has brought her talents to collaborate with many other artists including Paul McCartney, Barbra Streisand, and Tony Bennett. She tours extensively around the globe to sold out audiences, appearing at premiere jazz festivals and concert halls throughout North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
Diana Krall
Hosted by Woodbury Poet Laureate Katie Baker.
January's theme is TRANSFORMATION
All are welcome!
