Community Calendar

Watercolor Sketchbook with ShawnaLee

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Saturday, July 27, 2024 (one day)

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9:00 AM-12:00 PM

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Artists with a desire to capture impromptu moments on the go will enjoy learning and brushing up  on tips and ideas to jumpstart their creative watercolor sketchbook goals. Lessons in watercolor techniques, line, form, value and composition will be explored through still lives, natural objects, and favorite items brought from home. Students are encouraged to bring a collection of meaningful items to paint in class.

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The Woodbury Public Library will host “Emerging Artists: Annachiara Chacchia, Mary Lasley and Sam Wilder” in the Library's Gallery Space with a reception for the artists on Saturday July 6, 2:00 – 4:00 PM.

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Annachiara Chacchia is an artist based in Woodbury Connecticut. Falling in love with art at an early age she pursued her bachelors in fine art in college. An influential period was her time abroad in Florence Italy, studying the masters surrounded by the Tuscan countryside. The artistic elements of ancient Rome and the Renaissance have been inspirational, and continues to influence her work today. She wants her work to convey an element of nature while also grasping the essence of traditional paintings and ambience found in classical art. 

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Mary Lasley is a painter, cartoonist, graphic designer, and writer. Since graduating from the University of Connecticut in 2023 with a B.A. in English and a minor in studio art, Mary has been wandering the town of Woodbury making absurd proclamations---four of which are part of this exhibition. She hopes you enjoy them. 

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Sam Wilder is a 20 year old artist from Woodbury, CT. Most of his personal projects manifest from an incessant urge to escape into the immersive worlds and stories created inside his head. Introspection is a value he uses to release pain and to understand internal/external challenges through his characters and their stories. One of his goals as an artist is to leave a mark in as many places as he can, including the hearts and souls of others. 

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Emerging Artists will be on display during regular library hours, and during the Arts Alliance of Woodbury’s Arts Walk on July 20th. For more information, visit the Library’s website www.woodburylibraryct.org or call 203-263-3502.

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Witches, wizards and muggles alike are all invited back to the Brass City for the 6th annual celebration of Harry Potter! On Friday attendees can pick up a free Magic Map from Minuteman Press, their guide to a Wizard Quest scavenger hunt and all of the participating businesses offering fun, games, magic shows, wizardly drinks and even chocolate frogs. On Saturday the Mattatuck Museum will host its own wizardly activities including crafting and conjuring. Friday events are free to the public and entrance to the Mattatuck is free to Waterbury students. Follow Waterbury Harry Potter Day on Facebook for updates! Start/stop times vary by venue.

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EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

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The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

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Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

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About the Artist

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Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

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Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

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If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

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 Music surrounds us. It is part of who we are as humans. Why do all cultures have music? Why do some types of music make us happy and other types sad? Can music improve cognition? What is the Mozart "effect"? Can Mozart's music make us smarter? Where does music go in the brain? What is synesthesia? Does music have color? Can we paint in notes? Can the brain mak​e its own music? How does music help people with Alzheimer Disease, Parkinson Disease, or stroke? Can music heal? Join Dr. Vincent de Luise for a talk covering these topics.

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Dr. Vincent de Luise is the Cultural Ambassador of the Waterbury Symphony Orchestra, and is president of the Woodbury-based Connecticut Summer Opera Foundation. He is an Assistant Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology at Yale University School of Medicine, and a Distinguished Visiting Scholar in Medical Humanities at Stony Brook University Renaissance School of Medicine

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A loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful high-energy score and a hilarious script, Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world. Includes such classic tunes as “A Lot of Livin’ To Do,” “Put on a Happy Face,” “Kids,” “We Love You Conrad,” and more!

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SPECIALTY NIGHTS!

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For the following performances, join us in the lobby pre-show for complimentary treats included in your ticket.

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Friday, July 19……………………..Opening Night with Cavallo’s Deli of Waterbury

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Friday, July 26……………………..Fascia’s Friday

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Saturday, July 27………………….Sweet Maria’s Bakery

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Friday, August 2…………………..The Cave

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Saturday, August 3……………….Angelina’s Apizza

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Sunday, August 4…………………Big Dipper Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday

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July 26, 27 & 28, 2024

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Set in the picturesque, rolling Litchfield Hills, the Litchfield Jazz Festival was established over a quarter century ago. That first line-up in 1996 would be the envy of any major festival today—Diana Krall, Christian McBride, Terence Blanchard, Russell Malone, Peter Bernstein, Ahmad Jamal, Renee Rosnes, JJ Johnson ... If you remember this or any of the wonderful festivals that followed, you won’t want to miss Litchfield Jazz Fest 2024.

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STATE OF THE ART PERFORMANCE HALL!  - As you may know, the Litchfield Jazz Festival is the public face of the non-profit Litchfield Performing Arts, while Litchfield Jazz Camp is its heart. In 2019, we moved the Festival from the Goshen Fairgrounds to the Frederick Gunn School (FGS), the summer home of Litchfield Jazz Camp. This year we welcome audiences to the Tisch Auditorium in the state-of-the-art (and air-conditioned) Thomas Perakos Performing Arts Center.

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Friday, July 26 , The Opening Night Gala will be hosted at The Performing Arts Center. Best Friend and Friday Patron ticket holders will enjoy music by top Litchfield Jazz Camp Combos, hors d'oeuvres, and fine French wines from Vandoren Vineyards. Gala tickets include the  Fest opening concert  starring saxophonist  Alexa Tarantino.

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Saturday, July 27,  Ticket options include Best Friends and Friends VIP packages with prime, reserved seating and general admission seats all with perfect sight lines. Refreshments are available on-site for purchase. Performances by The Amina Figorova Sextet & Matsiko World Orphan Choir, the creative collaboration of bassist Ben Allison, guitarist Steve Cardenas and saxophonist Ted Nash, and the Bill Charlap Trio.

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Sunday Jazz Brunch, July 28. On the final day of the Festival you won’t want to miss our popular  Sunday Jazz Brunch. Held at the beautiful Bourne Courtyard at FGS. Brunch tickets-- included in Best Friend packages-- may be purchased seperately. Guests will enjoy a rousing good time with a delicious buffet and beverages and " A Century of Jazz" with  Albert Rivera, Nicole Zuraitis*, Matt Dwonszyk, Dan Pugach,  and  Paul Bollenback. The Brunch sold out last year, so get your tickets early!

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Back by popular demand, the Chocolate Decadence Tour is a partnership between the Railroad Museum of New England, Fascia's Chocolates, and local wineries and distilleries.

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Trains depart from the historic Thomaston Station for a scenic journey that includes a stop at the spectacular Thomaston Dam on its way to Fascia's Chocolates, where passengers will make their own chocolate creations. Each passenger also receives multiple tastings from local wineries or distilleries, chocolate samples, a souvenir glass, and a light boxed charcuterie with three options.

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In order to better serve our customers, we have eliminated our regular coach seating for 2024. There is limited availability this year due to scheduled track and bridge maintenance.

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Tickets are $85 for Premium Coach and $100 for Naugatuck Coach and Governor's Lounge.

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Landmark Community Theatre presents L. Frank Baum’s THE WIZARD OF OZ in

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Concert, at the Thomaston High School, running July 20th through July 28th .

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Join Dorothy and her friends on an unforgettable journey. Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, and all your favorite characters come to life backed by a full orchestra. Experience beloved songs and timeless story in a whole new way. It’s THE WIZARD OF OZ like you’ve never seen – or heard – before! For five performances only, July 20th through July 28th at the Thomaston High School auditorium. Don’t miss this enchanting concert production. Get your tickets now before they disappear faster than ruby slippers!

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July 20, 26, 27 @ 7 p.m.

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July 21 & 28 @ 2 p.m.

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Adults $28

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Students/Children $15.75

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Box Office 860-283-6250

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A loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful high-energy score and a hilarious script, Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world. Includes such classic tunes as “A Lot of Livin’ To Do,” “Put on a Happy Face,” “Kids,” “We Love You Conrad,” and more!

​

SPECIALTY NIGHTS!

​

For the following performances, join us in the lobby pre-show for complimentary treats included in your ticket.

​

Friday, July 19……………………..Opening Night with Cavallo’s Deli of Waterbury

​

Friday, July 26……………………..Fascia’s Friday

​

Saturday, July 27………………….Sweet Maria’s Bakery

​

Friday, August 2…………………..The Cave

​

Saturday, August 3……………….Angelina’s Apizza

​

Sunday, August 4…………………Big Dipper Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday

​

EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

​

The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

​

Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

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About the Artist

​

Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

​

Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

​

If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

​

July 26, 27 & 28, 2024

​

Set in the picturesque, rolling Litchfield Hills, the Litchfield Jazz Festival was established over a quarter century ago. That first line-up in 1996 would be the envy of any major festival today—Diana Krall, Christian McBride, Terence Blanchard, Russell Malone, Peter Bernstein, Ahmad Jamal, Renee Rosnes, JJ Johnson ... If you remember this or any of the wonderful festivals that followed, you won’t want to miss Litchfield Jazz Fest 2024.

​

STATE OF THE ART PERFORMANCE HALL!  - As you may know, the Litchfield Jazz Festival is the public face of the non-profit Litchfield Performing Arts, while Litchfield Jazz Camp is its heart. In 2019, we moved the Festival from the Goshen Fairgrounds to the Frederick Gunn School (FGS), the summer home of Litchfield Jazz Camp. This year we welcome audiences to the Tisch Auditorium in the state-of-the-art (and air-conditioned) Thomas Perakos Performing Arts Center.

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Friday, July 26 , The Opening Night Gala will be hosted at The Performing Arts Center. Best Friend and Friday Patron ticket holders will enjoy music by top Litchfield Jazz Camp Combos, hors d'oeuvres, and fine French wines from Vandoren Vineyards. Gala tickets include the  Fest opening concert  starring saxophonist  Alexa Tarantino.

​

Saturday, July 27,  Ticket options include Best Friends and Friends VIP packages with prime, reserved seating and general admission seats all with perfect sight lines. Refreshments are available on-site for purchase. Performances by The Amina Figorova Sextet & Matsiko World Orphan Choir, the creative collaboration of bassist Ben Allison, guitarist Steve Cardenas and saxophonist Ted Nash, and the Bill Charlap Trio.

​

Sunday Jazz Brunch, July 28. On the final day of the Festival you won’t want to miss our popular  Sunday Jazz Brunch. Held at the beautiful Bourne Courtyard at FGS. Brunch tickets-- included in Best Friend packages-- may be purchased seperately. Guests will enjoy a rousing good time with a delicious buffet and beverages and " A Century of Jazz" with  Albert Rivera, Nicole Zuraitis*, Matt Dwonszyk, Dan Pugach,  and  Paul Bollenback. The Brunch sold out last year, so get your tickets early!

​

A loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful high-energy score and a hilarious script, Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world. Includes such classic tunes as “A Lot of Livin’ To Do,” “Put on a Happy Face,” “Kids,” “We Love You Conrad,” and more!

​

SPECIALTY NIGHTS!

​

For the following performances, join us in the lobby pre-show for complimentary treats included in your ticket.

​

Friday, July 19……………………..Opening Night with Cavallo’s Deli of Waterbury

​

Friday, July 26……………………..Fascia’s Friday

​

Saturday, July 27………………….Sweet Maria’s Bakery

​

Friday, August 2…………………..The Cave

​

Saturday, August 3……………….Angelina’s Apizza

​

Sunday, August 4…………………Big Dipper Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday

​

Landmark Community Theatre presents L. Frank Baum’s THE WIZARD OF OZ in

​

Concert, at the Thomaston High School, running July 20th through July 28th .

​

Join Dorothy and her friends on an unforgettable journey. Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, and all your favorite characters come to life backed by a full orchestra. Experience beloved songs and timeless story in a whole new way. It’s THE WIZARD OF OZ like you’ve never seen – or heard – before! For five performances only, July 20th through July 28th at the Thomaston High School auditorium. Don’t miss this enchanting concert production. Get your tickets now before they disappear faster than ruby slippers!

​

July 20, 26, 27 @ 7 p.m.

​

July 21 & 28 @ 2 p.m.

​

Adults $28

​

Students/Children $15.75

​

Box Office 860-283-6250

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All New Summer Camp Adventures for ‘24!

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Outdoor and indoor activities, hands-on and mind-on activities, arts & crafts, field trips, plus a new theme every week for girls ages 6+!   Camp is held weekly June 24- August 23rd, 8:30—3:30 daily, Monday through Friday   *no camp July 4th & 5th*

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$175/week includes all supplies, camp t-shirt, lunch and snacks, and field trips! Scholarships and sibling discounts are available. Space is limited per week.

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$ 35 deposit to hold your spot. Before (7:30—8:30 am) & after camp clubs (3:30 - 4:30 pm) available for $25 each for the week!  

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The Woodbury Public Library will host “Emerging Artists: Annachiara Chacchia, Mary Lasley and Sam Wilder” in the Library's Gallery Space with a reception for the artists on Saturday July 6, 2:00 – 4:00 PM.

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Annachiara Chacchia is an artist based in Woodbury Connecticut. Falling in love with art at an early age she pursued her bachelors in fine art in college. An influential period was her time abroad in Florence Italy, studying the masters surrounded by the Tuscan countryside. The artistic elements of ancient Rome and the Renaissance have been inspirational, and continues to influence her work today. She wants her work to convey an element of nature while also grasping the essence of traditional paintings and ambience found in classical art. 

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Mary Lasley is a painter, cartoonist, graphic designer, and writer. Since graduating from the University of Connecticut in 2023 with a B.A. in English and a minor in studio art, Mary has been wandering the town of Woodbury making absurd proclamations---four of which are part of this exhibition. She hopes you enjoy them. 

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Sam Wilder is a 20 year old artist from Woodbury, CT. Most of his personal projects manifest from an incessant urge to escape into the immersive worlds and stories created inside his head. Introspection is a value he uses to release pain and to understand internal/external challenges through his characters and their stories. One of his goals as an artist is to leave a mark in as many places as he can, including the hearts and souls of others. 

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Emerging Artists will be on display during regular library hours, and during the Arts Alliance of Woodbury’s Arts Walk on July 20th. For more information, visit the Library’s website www.woodburylibraryct.org or call 203-263-3502.

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The Fine Arts Connection of Thomaston continues its 21st year of free summer outdoor concerts at Reeves Little League Field, 9 North Main St., Thomaston. The corporate sponsor for the Summer Concert Series is the Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation. Each concert runs 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

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The July 29th concert features former CT State Troubadour Nekita Waller & Band.

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Nekita Waller was named Connecticut’s 17th State Troubadour in 2018. She made her stage debut as a teen at the famous Apollo Theater in Harlem and has shared the stage with such artists as B.B. King, Ruben Studdard, and Dianne Reeves. Nekita performs with her band of incredibly talented musicians bringing a mix of pop, Motown, soul, Jazz and classic rock favorites with original music. Thomastonians may be familiar with her onstage turn as "Motormouth" Maybell Stubbs in Landmark Community Theater's production of the musical, "Hairspray".

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Reeves Field is handicap accessible. The Little League Café will be open for food and snacks. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, leave your alcohol at home, sit back and enjoy the wonder of live music! 

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In the event of inclement weather, the concerts will be held at Thomaston High School, 185 Branch Road (Route 109), which is also handicap-accessible. Visit the FACT website: www.thomastonfinearts.com or www.facebook.com/FineArtsConnectionofThomaston for announcements of venue change due to weather. 

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The Woodbury Public Library will host “Emerging Artists: Annachiara Chacchia, Mary Lasley and Sam Wilder” in the Library's Gallery Space with a reception for the artists on Saturday July 6, 2:00 – 4:00 PM.

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Annachiara Chacchia is an artist based in Woodbury Connecticut. Falling in love with art at an early age she pursued her bachelors in fine art in college. An influential period was her time abroad in Florence Italy, studying the masters surrounded by the Tuscan countryside. The artistic elements of ancient Rome and the Renaissance have been inspirational, and continues to influence her work today. She wants her work to convey an element of nature while also grasping the essence of traditional paintings and ambience found in classical art. 

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Mary Lasley is a painter, cartoonist, graphic designer, and writer. Since graduating from the University of Connecticut in 2023 with a B.A. in English and a minor in studio art, Mary has been wandering the town of Woodbury making absurd proclamations---four of which are part of this exhibition. She hopes you enjoy them. 

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Sam Wilder is a 20 year old artist from Woodbury, CT. Most of his personal projects manifest from an incessant urge to escape into the immersive worlds and stories created inside his head. Introspection is a value he uses to release pain and to understand internal/external challenges through his characters and their stories. One of his goals as an artist is to leave a mark in as many places as he can, including the hearts and souls of others. 

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Emerging Artists will be on display during regular library hours, and during the Arts Alliance of Woodbury’s Arts Walk on July 20th. For more information, visit the Library’s website www.woodburylibraryct.org or call 203-263-3502.

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A loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful high-energy score and a hilarious script, Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world. Includes such classic tunes as “A Lot of Livin’ To Do,” “Put on a Happy Face,” “Kids,” “We Love You Conrad,” and more!

​

SPECIALTY NIGHTS!

​

For the following performances, join us in the lobby pre-show for complimentary treats included in your ticket.

​

Friday, July 19……………………..Opening Night with Cavallo’s Deli of Waterbury

​

Friday, July 26……………………..Fascia’s Friday

​

Saturday, July 27………………….Sweet Maria’s Bakery

​

Friday, August 2…………………..The Cave

​

Saturday, August 3……………….Angelina’s Apizza

​

Sunday, August 4…………………Big Dipper Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday

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Matt Yanarella from My Productions brings a DIY Craft Lab to the Woodbury Public Library. The hands-on, DIY Makerspace afternoon includes 10 different stations of creative fun. Grades 5 & up can join Matt and make sand art, create 3-D printed mini figures, create a variety of arts & crafts that light up, dip recycled stuff in paint at the Hydro Dip Station and much more! Bring your creativity to this fun program! 

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

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Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

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Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

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Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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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. 

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We also offer packages upon request that are tailored to your artistic and creative goals. Contact genna@artlightenct.com for more information.

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1 Lesson = $75

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4 Lessons = $285

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6 Lessons = $430

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8 Lessons = $575

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1 Group Drop-In = $50

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2 Groups = $85

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Monthly Membership / 4 Groups = $125

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****Insurance also accepted for this group****

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*Please note that we accept Anthem, Cigna, Connecticare, United Health, Harvard Pilgrim and Medicaid. Email genna@artlightenct.com if you would like to use your insurance.

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Thursday evenings 6-8PM 18+

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Led by licensed art therapists and artists.

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Join us for our ongoing weekly 2-hour Women’s Intuitive Group that will focus on connecting you to yourself and to others while releasing emotional tension and reclaiming YOU. Your path to self-expression and mental health does not have to be lonely as you are guided through different aspects of self care. Our open studio and interactive nature of group will include a brief check-in with group members, ample time for a hands-on art directive and an opportunity to process your artwork with the group, should you decide to do so. All participants are offered a variety of media and techniques including but not limited to pencils, pastels, paint, clay, printmaking, stenciling, collaging, etc. Topics include Self-Compassion, Stress Management and Coping Tools, Resilience, Relationship Cultivation, Self-Identity, Gratitude, Confidence, Empowerment and Boundaries. This group will allow you to uncover barriers and identify your roles by noticing more self-awareness, and by becoming who you desire as you gain the patience and vulnerability to accept yourself and the world around you. Prior group therapy experience is NOT required. You also DO NOT need to be an artist or have art experience to benefit from this group.

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Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

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Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

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Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

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All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

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Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

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Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

​

The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

​

Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

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About the Artist

​

Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

​

Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

​

If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

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Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

A loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful high-energy score and a hilarious script, Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world. Includes such classic tunes as “A Lot of Livin’ To Do,” “Put on a Happy Face,” “Kids,” “We Love You Conrad,” and more!

​

SPECIALTY NIGHTS!

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For the following performances, join us in the lobby pre-show for complimentary treats included in your ticket.

​

Friday, July 19……………………..Opening Night with Cavallo’s Deli of Waterbury

​

Friday, July 26……………………..Fascia’s Friday

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Saturday, July 27………………….Sweet Maria’s Bakery

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Friday, August 2…………………..The Cave

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Saturday, August 3……………….Angelina’s Apizza

​

Sunday, August 4…………………Big Dipper Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday

​

The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

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Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

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Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

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The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

​

Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

​

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About the Artist

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Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

​

Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

​

If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

​

A loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful high-energy score and a hilarious script, Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world. Includes such classic tunes as “A Lot of Livin’ To Do,” “Put on a Happy Face,” “Kids,” “We Love You Conrad,” and more!

​

SPECIALTY NIGHTS!

​

For the following performances, join us in the lobby pre-show for complimentary treats included in your ticket.

​

Friday, July 19……………………..Opening Night with Cavallo’s Deli of Waterbury

​

Friday, July 26……………………..Fascia’s Friday

​

Saturday, July 27………………….Sweet Maria’s Bakery

​

Friday, August 2…………………..The Cave

​

Saturday, August 3……………….Angelina’s Apizza

​

Sunday, August 4…………………Big Dipper Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday

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Opening reception for Diana Windham Retrospective.

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

A loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful high-energy score and a hilarious script, Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world. Includes such classic tunes as “A Lot of Livin’ To Do,” “Put on a Happy Face,” “Kids,” “We Love You Conrad,” and more!

​

SPECIALTY NIGHTS!

​

For the following performances, join us in the lobby pre-show for complimentary treats included in your ticket.

​

Friday, July 19……………………..Opening Night with Cavallo’s Deli of Waterbury

​

Friday, July 26……………………..Fascia’s Friday

​

Saturday, July 27………………….Sweet Maria’s Bakery

​

Friday, August 2…………………..The Cave

​

Saturday, August 3……………….Angelina’s Apizza

​

Sunday, August 4…………………Big Dipper Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday

​

EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

​

The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

​

Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

​

​

About the Artist

​

Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

​

Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

​

If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

A loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as fresh and vibrant as ever. Teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie has been drafted, so he chooses All-American girl Kim MacAfee for a very public farewell kiss. Featuring a tuneful high-energy score and a hilarious script, Birdie continues to thrill audiences around the world. Includes such classic tunes as “A Lot of Livin’ To Do,” “Put on a Happy Face,” “Kids,” “We Love You Conrad,” and more!

​

SPECIALTY NIGHTS!

​

For the following performances, join us in the lobby pre-show for complimentary treats included in your ticket.

​

Friday, July 19……………………..Opening Night with Cavallo’s Deli of Waterbury

​

Friday, July 26……………………..Fascia’s Friday

​

Saturday, July 27………………….Sweet Maria’s Bakery

​

Friday, August 2…………………..The Cave

​

Saturday, August 3……………….Angelina’s Apizza

​

Sunday, August 4…………………Big Dipper Ice Cream Sundaes on Sunday

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

All New Summer Camp Adventures for ‘24!

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Outdoor and indoor activities, hands-on and mind-on activities, arts & crafts, field trips, plus a new theme every week for girls ages 6+!   Camp is held weekly June 24- August 23rd, 8:30—3:30 daily, Monday through Friday   *no camp July 4th & 5th*

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$175/week includes all supplies, camp t-shirt, lunch and snacks, and field trips! Scholarships and sibling discounts are available. Space is limited per week.

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$ 35 deposit to hold your spot. Before (7:30—8:30 am) & after camp clubs (3:30 - 4:30 pm) available for $25 each for the week!  

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

​

Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

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Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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The Fine Arts Connection of Thomaston continues its 21st year of free summer outdoor concerts at Reeves Little League Field, 9 North Main St., Thomaston. The corporate sponsor for the Summer Concert Series is the Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation. Each concert runs 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

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The August 5th concert features the return of bluegrass favorite, Restless Mountain.

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Restless Mountain Bluegrass band has been active in various configurations in Connecticut for over a decade. The band regrouped in 2017 with several new musicians, a new song mix, and new presentation. Scott Camara (dobro), Jerry Devokaitis (guitar), Matt Fleury (banjo), Gracin Dorsey (mandolin), and Dave Aston (bass), have each been active bluegrass musicians for many years, and always offer a fun mix of traditional , standards, and entertaining classics evoking fond memories and a bringing a smile.

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Reeves Field is handicap accessible. The Little League Café will be open for food and snacks. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, leave your alcohol at home, sit back and enjoy the wonder of live music! 

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In the event of inclement weather, the concerts will be held at Thomaston High School, 185 Branch Road (Route 109), which is also handicap-accessible. Visit the FACT website: www.thomastonfinearts.com or www.facebook.com/FineArtsConnectionofThomaston for announcements of venue change due to weather. 

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

​

Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

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Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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For all skill levels. Play against our chess master, learn new techniques or just come to have fun.

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(Library Location: Auditorium, lower level)

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Ekphrasis Workshop presented by Cheshire Poet Laureate, Pat Mottola on August 6th from 6 to 7:30 pm in the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts (Building 3). 

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What happens when you combine art & poetry?

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Presented by Pat Mottola, Cheshire Poet Laureate

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Email us to reserve your spot at rsvp@ballandsocket.org!

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The 1960s were one of the most disorderly and divisive decades in world history.

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The number of American young people 14 to 25 jumped 40 percent in the era, representing 20% of the population. The gulf between their parents and these youths, growing up during a period of peaceful, rapid economic growth, revealed a tremendous gap in perspectives.

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Young people of the 1960s questioned the previous generations authority and outlooks. They went further by rejecting social norms of race, the traditional family unit, sexuality, and dress. A new, psychedelic inspired music by the Grateful Dead, Jefferson Airplane and many other bands delivered lyrics and energy crucial to invigorate political ideas and common experiences. The phenomenon of distrust of those over 30 signaled a growing mood of militant protest that could not be quelled.  Join author/historian John Cilio for “A Psychedelic Generation Gap: How the sixties counterculture changed America’s future” at the Woodbury Public Library.

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John Cilio is a historical storyteller, author and a member of the Organization of American Historians and the Association for the Study of Connecticut History. He is a storied researcher who has brought historical stories back to life for over 15 years. He retired from IBM corporate marketing communications and has published seven historical books and numerous articles for national and regional periodicals. His book about the evolution of helicopters, whose foreword was written by a son of Igor Sikorsky, is a listed reference source at the Smithsonian Institution.

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

​

Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

​

Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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The fourth Shakespeare in the Litchfield Hills is an immersive community event culminating in five free family-friendly outdoor “Shakespeare in the Park” presentations of Romeo & Juliet, produced by Shakesperience Productions, Inc. and featuring professional Equity actors.

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https://shakesperience.org/

​

The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

​

Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

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Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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1 Group Drop-In = $50

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2 Groups = $85

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Monthly Membership / 4 Groups = $125

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****Insurance also accepted for this group****

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*Please note that we accept Anthem, Cigna, Connecticare, United Health, Harvard Pilgrim and Medicaid. Email genna@artlightenct.com if you would like to use your insurance.

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Thursday evenings 6-8PM 18+

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Led by licensed art therapists and artists.

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Join us for our ongoing weekly 2-hour Women’s Intuitive Group that will focus on connecting you to yourself and to others while releasing emotional tension and reclaiming YOU. Your path to self-expression and mental health does not have to be lonely as you are guided through different aspects of self care. Our open studio and interactive nature of group will include a brief check-in with group members, ample time for a hands-on art directive and an opportunity to process your artwork with the group, should you decide to do so. All participants are offered a variety of media and techniques including but not limited to pencils, pastels, paint, clay, printmaking, stenciling, collaging, etc. Topics include Self-Compassion, Stress Management and Coping Tools, Resilience, Relationship Cultivation, Self-Identity, Gratitude, Confidence, Empowerment and Boundaries. This group will allow you to uncover barriers and identify your roles by noticing more self-awareness, and by becoming who you desire as you gain the patience and vulnerability to accept yourself and the world around you. Prior group therapy experience is NOT required. You also DO NOT need to be an artist or have art experience to benefit from this group.

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Learn how to explore the history of your home or the homes of your ancestors. Professional genealogist Bryna O’Sullivan will provide tips on navigating land records to identify prior owners and how to use maps, architectural surveys, and more to see how a home looked in the past. Join in person at the library or from home via Zoom.

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Advance registration is required if you want to join via Zoom.

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The fourth Shakespeare in the Litchfield Hills is an immersive community event culminating in five free family-friendly outdoor “Shakespeare in the Park” presentations of Romeo & Juliet, produced by Shakesperience Productions, Inc. and featuring professional Equity actors.

​

https://shakesperience.org/

​

The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

​

Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

​

Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

​

​

EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

​

The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

​

Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

​

​

About the Artist

​

Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

​

Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

​

If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

​

The fourth Shakespeare in the Litchfield Hills is an immersive community event culminating in five free family-friendly outdoor “Shakespeare in the Park” presentations of Romeo & Juliet, produced by Shakesperience Productions, Inc. and featuring professional Equity actors.

​

https://shakesperience.org/

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

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Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

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Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

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Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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Free admission sponsored by Art Bridges’ Access For All Initiative.

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EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

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The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

​

Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

​

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About the Artist

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Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

​

Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

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If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

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 Celebrate the first day of viewing for our ASSEMBLY LINE mural created for and by Cheshire residents & local organizations. Don't forget to use our hashtag in your posts! #myassemblyline

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View the completed large-scale mural (32 feet wide!) at the Artcade and connect with the community groups who made this public art project possible. Stay after for a FREE summer concert featuring Moonrise Cartel from 6-8 pm in front of Building 5.

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All photos were submitted by participants and the panels were made by our community with leadership from Rashmi Talpade (our wonderful teaching artist).

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Over 302 participants helped create this mural and more than 2,145 photographs were submitted!

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This project was funded with generous support from the Connecticut Community Foundation and the Ion Bank Foundation. Additional support was provided by Connecticut Office of the Arts.

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Participating organizations in collage creation sessions included:

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Artsplace

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Cheshire Chamber of Commerce

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Cheshire Town Hall

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The Cheshire Public Library

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Cheshire Senior Center

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Yellow House

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The Cheshire YMCA

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The Cheshire Pollinator Pathway

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The Cheshire Grange

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ReRead Books

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Coalition for a Sustainable Cheshire

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If you are interested in hosting a table at the Block Party, please contact Lydia or our office at info@ballandsocket.org.

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Come hear Hot Acoustics live at the Bellamy-Ferriday Preserve, 9 Main St. North, Bethlehem, CT. Bring chairs and food if you like. Sit under the big trees and relax.

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The fourth Shakespeare in the Litchfield Hills is an immersive community event culminating in five free family-friendly outdoor “Shakespeare in the Park” presentations of Romeo & Juliet, produced by Shakesperience Productions, Inc. and featuring professional Equity actors.

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https://shakesperience.org/

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Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

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Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a "Revenge Party" to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. Adapted from Tina Fey's hit 2004 film, Mean Girls, is a musical that dives deep into the social hierarchy of high school that we all love to hate. Presented by LCT's Teen Theater program, Mean Girls can be substituted for any 2024 season subscription show or added for an additional charge. This show will be presented on the Thomaston High School stage.

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August 10, 16, 17 @ 7 p.m.

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August 11 & 18 @ 2 p.m. 

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Admission $28

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Box Office 860-283-6250

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Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. Adapted from Tina Fey’s hit 2004 film, Mean Girls, is a musical that dives deep into the social hierarchy of high school that we all love to hate.

​

Presented by LCT’s Teen Theater program, Mean Girls is performed by students ages 13 to 18 years of age.

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Proceeds benefit the LCT Student Theatre program.

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• August 10, 16, 17 @ 8 p.m.
• August 11 & 18 @ 2 p.m.
• Admission $26
• Box Office 860-283-6250
• www.LandmarkCommunityTheatre.org

EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

​

The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

​

Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

​

​

About the Artist

​

Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

​

Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

​

If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

​

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. Adapted from Tina Fey’s hit 2004 film, Mean Girls, is a musical that dives deep into the social hierarchy of high school that we all love to hate.

​

Presented by LCT’s Teen Theater program, Mean Girls is performed by students ages 13 to 18 years of age.

​

Proceeds benefit the LCT Student Theatre program.

​

• August 10, 16, 17 @ 8 p.m.
• August 11 & 18 @ 2 p.m.
• Admission $26
• Box Office 860-283-6250
• www.LandmarkCommunityTheatre.org

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner, Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

​

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull, and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

​

Is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

​

All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. 

​

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a "Revenge Party" to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. Adapted from Tina Fey's hit 2004 film, Mean Girls, is a musical that dives deep into the social hierarchy of high school that we all love to hate. Presented by LCT's Teen Theater program, Mean Girls can be substituted for any 2024 season subscription show or added for an additional charge. This show will be presented on the Thomaston High School stage.

​

August 10, 16, 17 @ 7 p.m.

​

August 11 & 18 @ 2 p.m. 

​

Admission $28

​

Box Office 860-283-6250

​

The fourth Shakespeare in the Litchfield Hills is an immersive community event culminating in five free family-friendly outdoor “Shakespeare in the Park” presentations of Romeo & Juliet, produced by Shakesperience Productions, Inc. and featuring professional Equity actors.

​

https://shakesperience.org/

​

All New Summer Camp Adventures for ‘24!

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Outdoor and indoor activities, hands-on and mind-on activities, arts & crafts, field trips, plus a new theme every week for girls ages 6+!   Camp is held weekly June 24- August 23rd, 8:30—3:30 daily, Monday through Friday   *no camp July 4th & 5th*

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$175/week includes all supplies, camp t-shirt, lunch and snacks, and field trips! Scholarships and sibling discounts are available. Space is limited per week.

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$ 35 deposit to hold your spot. Before (7:30—8:30 am) & after camp clubs (3:30 - 4:30 pm) available for $25 each for the week!  

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

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Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

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Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

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Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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The Fine Arts Connection of Thomaston concludes its 21st year of free summer outdoor concerts at Reeves Little League Field, 9 North Main St., Thomaston. The corporate sponsor for the Summer Concert Series is the Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation. Each concert runs 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm.

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The August 12th concert features newcomers, Sally & the Green Jazz Band!

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Sally Terrell (vocals/piano) began a lifelong love affair with piano and singing at age six, poking out melodies alongside her father, a classically trained pianist and jazz aficionado who passed along his love of George Gershwin, Errol Garner and Julie London while discovering his youngest daughter could play and sing by ear. Terrell’s intuitive interpretations and razor-sharp ear showcase a velvety alto that can effortlessly soothe and soar. She and partner John Sarlo formed the Green Jazz Band.

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Mike Milner (horns) started playing with big bands in his early teens, sharing the stage with Maynard Ferguson, Mercer Ellington and Lionel Hampton. After performing with rock, reggae, top 40 and funk bands, Mike is excited about returning to his jazz roots.

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Kevin O’Neil (guitar) joined the band in 2015. He is a seasoned performer whose world tour and recordings with the legendary saxophonist and NEA Jazz Master Anthony Braxton established him as a force in avant-garde jazz.

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John Sarlo (bass) performed with rock and top 40 bands and has found his true home in playing standards.

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Reeves Field is handicap accessible. The Little League Café will be open for food and snacks. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, leave your alcohol at home, sit back and enjoy the wonder of live music! 

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In the event of inclement weather, the concerts will be held at Thomaston High School, 185 Branch Road (Route 109), which is also handicap-accessible. Visit the FACT website: www.thomastonfinearts.com or www.facebook.com/FineArtsConnectionofThomaston for announcements of venue change due to weather. 

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

​

Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

​

Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

​

​

The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

​

Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

​

Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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Led by the incomparable Janina Rosa, unleash your inner performer as you dive into the rhythm and passion of Broadway’s most iconic dance numbers. From the dazzling lights of Times Square to the heart-pounding energy of classic show tunes, this class is your ticket to mastering the moves that light up the stage. Whether you’re a seasoned dancer or just finding your footing, Janina’s expertise and infectious enthusiasm will inspire you to shine like never before. Join us and let your talent take center stage!

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A literary open mic at Woodbury Public Library will explore the theme of “the harvest and the resting.” Samuel Gluck, David Bigham, and Edward Dzitko will be featured poets.

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Gluck, a resident of Woodbury since 2022, previously published poems with the National Library of Poetry. Bigham, a Waterbury resident, is a poet for the love of it. The Glebe House and Gertrude Jekyll Garden have inspired a number of his poems. Edward Dzitko has been writing professionally and for fun since the 1970s. Ed is interested in baseball, football, history, photography, reading, writing, and local vineyards.

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Woodbury Poet Laureate Sandy Carlson will moderate the open mic. Following the featured presentations, guests will be invited to read poetry or prose that they have written or that they like that is connected to the theme. All are welcome.

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

​

Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

​

Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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1 Group Drop-In = $50

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2 Groups = $85

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Monthly Membership / 4 Groups = $125

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****Insurance also accepted for this group****

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*Please note that we accept Anthem, Cigna, Connecticare, United Health, Harvard Pilgrim and Medicaid. Email genna@artlightenct.com if you would like to use your insurance.

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Thursday evenings 6-8PM 18+

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Led by licensed art therapists and artists.

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Join us for our ongoing weekly 2-hour Women’s Intuitive Group that will focus on connecting you to yourself and to others while releasing emotional tension and reclaiming YOU. Your path to self-expression and mental health does not have to be lonely as you are guided through different aspects of self care. Our open studio and interactive nature of group will include a brief check-in with group members, ample time for a hands-on art directive and an opportunity to process your artwork with the group, should you decide to do so. All participants are offered a variety of media and techniques including but not limited to pencils, pastels, paint, clay, printmaking, stenciling, collaging, etc. Topics include Self-Compassion, Stress Management and Coping Tools, Resilience, Relationship Cultivation, Self-Identity, Gratitude, Confidence, Empowerment and Boundaries. This group will allow you to uncover barriers and identify your roles by noticing more self-awareness, and by becoming who you desire as you gain the patience and vulnerability to accept yourself and the world around you. Prior group therapy experience is NOT required. You also DO NOT need to be an artist or have art experience to benefit from this group.

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

​

Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

​

Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

​

Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

​

The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

​

Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

​

​

About the Artist

​

Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

​

Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

​

If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

​

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a "Revenge Party" to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. Adapted from Tina Fey's hit 2004 film, Mean Girls, is a musical that dives deep into the social hierarchy of high school that we all love to hate. Presented by LCT's Teen Theater program, Mean Girls can be substituted for any 2024 season subscription show or added for an additional charge. This show will be presented on the Thomaston High School stage.

​

August 10, 16, 17 @ 7 p.m.

​

August 11 & 18 @ 2 p.m. 

​

Admission $28

​

Box Office 860-283-6250

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Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. Adapted from Tina Fey’s hit 2004 film, Mean Girls, is a musical that dives deep into the social hierarchy of high school that we all love to hate.

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Presented by LCT’s Teen Theater program, Mean Girls is performed by students ages 13 to 18 years of age.

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Proceeds benefit the LCT Student Theatre program.

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• August 10, 16, 17 @ 8 p.m.
• August 11 & 18 @ 2 p.m.
• Admission $26
• Box Office 860-283-6250
• www.LandmarkCommunityTheatre.org

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The Woodbury Public Library will be highlighting works by artist Diana Windham in a retrospective show in the Library’s Gallery Space.

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Diana Windham studied painting at The State School of Visual Arts in Frankfurt, Germany and was greatly influenced by the etchings of Rembrandt and other Dutch masters. At Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana, she studies with the late James McGarrell and received a Master of Arts in Teaching. The Art Students League in New York City provided the next stage in her development as a painter of the human figure. Edwin Dickinson’s masterful rendering of one focused-upon area next to another, combined with his open-minded conversation with avant garde artists was enlightening and inspiring. To be completely in charge of one’s subject matter, at the same time, inventing something new became her goal.

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Diana has taught studio art, drawing, painting and art history in colleges in Kansas, at John Jay High School, Katonah, New York and at Tunxis University, Farmington, Connecticut. The need to expand her world of experience brought her to study commercial art at SUNY, Purchase, and at Parsons School of Design in New York City. She also has added decorative wall painting to her repertoire of skills.

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Her paintings and drawings have been shown at Silvermine Gallery, New Canaan, Connecticut, the Neuberger Museum, Purchase, New York, and the Washington Art Association, Washington Depot, Connecticut.

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EVERYDAY STORIES featuring the dynamic textile portraits of Clara Nartey will inhabit the Workshop Gallery at Ball & Socket Arts from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, August 18th.

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The Workshop Gallery is located in Building 3 at Ball & Socket Arts. Gallery hours are: 12-4 pm on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays (with extended hours during special events).

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Everyday Stories : This exhibit highlights the stories of everyday people through textile portraits. I want to tell the stories of spirituality, identity, joy, excellence, hard work and struggle which are as old as humanity itself. For example, there’s the story of Sissieretta Jones who was so excellent as a musician she received so many accolades but died in poverty. And there’s the story of the African American woman beautifully adorned and dressed up for church on Sunday morning briefly leaving behind the struggles and difficulties of the prior week. Our stories are multifaceted. They’re not all roses. And they’re not all thorns. They’re more like rosebushes - beautiful and thorny at the same time.

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About the Artist

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Clara Nartey is a Ghana-born artist based in the U.S. After earning a masters degree in business, Nartey went on to develop a rigorous self-taught art practice. Her unique artistic style meshes mark- making using threads, with digital painting, machine embroidery, and quilting.

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Nartey’s bold, colorful, and textured works have been exhibited widely including at Heather Gaudio Fine Art, Yellowstone Art Museum, Visions Museum of Textile Arts, and Morris Museum. Her work is held in both private and institutional collections like that of Yale University and Dana Hall.

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If you are interested in volunteering as a gallery docent, please sign-up online: https://dash.pointapp.org/events/156199

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Stroll along Main Street in picturesque Woodbury, Connecticut on the third Saturday of May, June, July and August and share the afternoon with local artists showcasing their work. The annual Arts Walk highlights local art, wonderful music, dance, crafts and more. The Glebe House and Old School House open their doors for free tours, too. If you are an Artist, Musician, or Craftsperson, consider displaying your visual artwork during Arts Walks, or inquire about performing your music or dance, reading your poetry, or just come out for inspiration. It’s FREE to participate! Just register to join us.

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You're Invited!

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Portraits by ShawnaLee will be at the Woodbury Arts Alliance Art Walk on Saturday June 15th from 1-5pm. Her exact location will be announced via her facebook page: "Portraits by ShawnaLee".

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Stroll along Main Street in picturesque Woodbury, Connecticut on the third Saturday of June, July and August and share the afternoon with local artists showcasing their work, including Portraits by ShawnaLee.

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Portraits by ShawnaLee will be sketching from life during the event. This is a great chance to experience what it is like to be a subject for an artist, or to get a sketch of your pet! Sittings take about 10-15 minutes (nice rest during your stroll!) and sketches are offered for a special event price of $40 for one subject, or $60 for two subjects. Cash or Venmo accepted.

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Stop by ShawnaLee's booth to peruse portfolio books, see original works of art and find out more about fine arts classes to participate in, or how to commission a pet portrait for yourself or as a gift.

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artist@shawnalee.com artistshawnalee@gmail.com

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Join AAW as we celebrate the arts with a walk along Main Street. Over 20 artists and artisans will line up along Main Street and share their work. You'll find extraordinary paintings, photography, handcrafted jewelry and pottery, books by local authors, block prints, handwoven home goods and handcrafted gift items. There will be a spinning demonstration of alpaca fiber and more.

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Musical performers will be playing all afternoon, and ballet dancers will perform on the Library Lawn. The popular Spoken Word starts at 3:00 PM at Studio Hill Gallery. Other stops of special interest include the Glebe House Museum and Jekyll Garden with a weaving demonstration and storyteller from the Institute for American Indian Studies, artist Peter Seltzer opens his studio at 125 Main Street North, and the Old School House will be open all afternoon.

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There is no cost for this wonderful family friendly event.

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Back by popular demand, the Chocolate Decadence Tour is a partnership between the Railroad Museum of New England, Fascia's Chocolates, and local wineries and distilleries.

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Trains depart from the historic Thomaston Station for a scenic journey that includes a stop at the spectacular Thomaston Dam on its way to Fascia's Chocolates, where passengers will make their own chocolate creations. Each passenger also receives multiple tastings from local wineries or distilleries, chocolate samples, a souvenir glass, and a light boxed charcuterie with three options.

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In order to better serve our customers, we have eliminated our regular coach seating for 2024. There is limited availability this year due to scheduled track and bridge maintenance.

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Tickets are $85 for Premium Coach and $100 for Naugatuck Coach and Governor's Lounge.

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Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a "Revenge Party" to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung. Adapted from Tina Fey's hit 2004 film, Mean Girls, is a musical that dives deep into the social hierarchy of high school that we all love to hate. Presented by LCT's Teen Theater program, Mean Girls can be substituted for any 2024 season subscription show or added for an additional charge. This show will be presented on the Thomaston High School stage.

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August 10, 16, 17 @ 7 p.m.

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August 11 & 18 @ 2 p.m. 

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Admission $28

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Box Office 860-283-6250

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