Global artists have shared their creative expressions about "solitude" - moments of reflection, relaxation, privacy, restoration. See their images, films, music and poetry online at Personaland.
Personaland is an artist-driven global village transforming the world of art by using technology to bridge time zones and cultural boundaries. Our mission is to promote humanity, creativity, and community through a mix of entertainment, enchantment, and imagination.
Since its 2018 launch, Personaland, in its global reach, has showcased over 750 visual artists, filmmakers, musicians, and poets from 66 countries in 29 group art shows and 55 individual exhibitions, many with videos of artist profiles.
Solitude art show
Win big for a good cause! The silent portion of the Housatonic Valley Association (HVA)’s Auction for the Environment opens on November 11, and continues until the end of the live event on November 23. A fabulous selection of live and silent auction items, from grand trips to local experiences, will encourage friendly competition, and participation will profoundly impact the environmental health of the region we call home. Online bidders can register for the silent auction free of charge at hvatoday.org, and those who wish to attend the live auction event may purchase tickets online, as well. As the only organization dedicated to the entire tri-state Housatonic watershed, HVA is on a mission to restore and protect clean, cold waters and a sweeping woodland corridor from the Berkshires to Long Island Sound.
Online Silent Auction - HVA's Auction for the Environment
Full Spectrum Open Juried Show -Submit online now through Jan 10, 2025
Gallery 25 Announces “Full Spectrum”
Open Call For Artists
GREAT WAY TO SHARE YOUR TALENT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY!
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio is issuing an Open Call for artists who wish to take part in “Full Spectrum”, an open juried art show that will run from January 17 to February 2, 2025 at Gallery 25 in the historic train depot. Artists are invited to prepare up to 4 images. All media will be accepted except photography and AI generated work.
Entry fee is $20 per artwork piece submitted and each artist must have a W-9 form. Visit Gallery25CT.com and enter your submissions. Artwork delivery date is Sunday, January 12. All work must be for sale. For the full prospectus and details, visit, Gallery25CT.com.
Terry Tougas, G25 Director, says, “Our annual open juried is always an exciting event. We receive artworks in varied genres and it’s exhilarating to walk through the gallery and enjoy them”.
The public is invited to attend the reception for “Full Spectrum” on January 18 (snow date: January 19) from 2-4pm and awards will be announced at 3:30pm. Wine and light refreshments will be served along with stunning artworks.
Artists with any questions about the submission process can email Gallery25newmilfordct@gmail.com.
New Milford is an exciting destination, offering many enjoyable activities, among them well-reviewed restaurants, pubs and unique shops, as well as an Art Deco movie theater, an innovative playhouse, Theaterworks, and a historical New England green. Plan a fun and relaxing weekend in our fine town!
G25 is a unique art gallery housed in an historic train depot. We have 24 members who exhibit work of all genres. G25 is open Friday and Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4.
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio
New Milford Commission on the Arts
11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776
860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com
Open Friday & Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4
G25 wishes to thank the town of New Milford and the New Milford Commission on the Arts for their continued generous support.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Gallery25 and Creative Arts Studio.
CALL FOR ARTISTS - Open Juried Art Show!
We’ve been selected by the Big Y Community Bag Program!
During the month of November, we receive $1 for every reusable Community Bag purchased at Big Y!
Dear VCA Supporters,
We are so excited to share that, for the entire month of November, VCA has been selected by store leadership to benefit from Big Y’s Community Bag Program, which makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local communities.
Whenever a $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at the Big Y located at 1 Kent Rd, New Milford, CT in November, $1 will be donated to Village Center for the Arts. This is a great way to broaden awareness and help our cause.
Let’s get started!
Share the news with friends and family. Call, send emails, and post on social media. The more people who purchase the Community Bag in November, the larger the donation we will receive!
To learn more about this program, please visit bigy.2givelocal.com.
villagecenterarts.org
Big Y Community Bag Program
All November, get Your Taste of Burlington Card, FOR FREE, at the town hall, public library, or participating businesses. Receive at least 7 stamps from the participating businesses to be eligible for a prize drawing. Winning cards will be drawn and prizes awarded at the Burlington Carol Sing on December 4, 2024. The B. Hive will not be open until 2025. Ask any of the participating vendors to stamp the B. Hive block in addition to their own for you.
Charming Thai Restaurant
Special - Chu Chee Duck or Salmon with string bean and bell pepper in coconut curry sauce $23.95
232 Spielman Hwy
https://www.charming-thai.com/
Sabrina's Restaurant
Special - Veal Ala Mary with Mustard Sauce $23.80
258 Spielman Hwy
https://www.sabrinasrestaurantct.com/
China Garden
Specials - Golden Finger $9.45, Boneless Spare Ribs $9.95, Fried Chicken Wings $9.45, Teriyaki Beef $9.95, Fried Shrimp $9.45 - All served with Pork Fried Rice
262 Spielman Hwy
Burlington Spirit Shoppe
Special - Mionetto Prosecco $13.49 per bottle
276 Spielman Hwy
I Know A Guy Deli
Specials - Two Chile Cheese Dogs $10.00, free coffee with breakfast meal
280 Spielman Hwy
https://www.iknowaguyfoodsllc.com/
Sorrento's Pizza
Special - Chicken Tikka & Tandoori Pizza -
small $13.99, medium $19.99, large $23.99
292 Spielman Hwy
https://www.sorrentospizzamenu.com/
Enclave Grille
Special - Pretzel Burger - Two Smash Patties, Beer cheese, Bacon, Pickles, Spicy Mustard $18.00
292 Spielman Hwy
Greenhouse Tavern
Special - Chicken & Sausage Ala Vodka $27.99
House Vodka Sauce tossed with Italian Sausage, Chicken, Sauteed Spinach, Roasted Red Peppers over Rigatoni
511 Spielman Hwy
https://www.greenhousecafeandtavern.com/
Hogan's Cider Mill
Special - Hot Mulled Cider 12oz for $7.00
522 Spielman Hwy
Tonn's Marketplace
Special - Nov. 1 - 18 - 10% off a purchase of $50 or more with presence of Taste of Burlington Card at time of purchase.
Not to be combined with any other offers, coupons, or discounts.
Cannot be used on Event tickets, Pre-Orders, Harvest Baskets, or Harvest/Gift Card Purchases.
418 Milford St
Lamothe's Sugar House
Special - 5% off a pint of maple syrup and pancake mix purchased together
89 Stone Rd
https://lamothesugarhouse.com/
Little Laurel's Cookie Co.
Special - 36 L'IL EVAS miniature chocolate chip cookies $24
427 George Washington Tpk
https://www.littlelaurels.com/
B. Hive - (Opening in 2025 - Ask any participating business to stamp this block for you.)
221 Spielman Hwy
Taste of Burlington
The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens is pleased to welcome an art exhibit featuring works by Terri Tibbatts. The exhibit, “A Still Life” will be on view beginning Friday, November 15.
An opening reception will be held at the park on Saturday, November 16 from 3 to 5 p.m.
The show highlights the artist’s ethereal archival digital photography of seasonal fruits, vegetables and flowers.
“I take my inspiration from many sources,” Tibbatts remarks. “Dutch still life paintings, Japanese screens, scrolls and wood blocks, the sketchbooks of herbalists and naturalists, botanical prints and a multitude of gardens.”
For much of this body of work that will be on display at the park, Tibbatts largely used a horizontal landscape orientation. For some of the backgrounds, she used painted papers she recently made in a class with Suzanne Moore, book artist and calligrapher.
The exhibit will be on view through Sunday, December 1. Check our social media for weekly open hours: @judyblackpark on Instagram and Facebook.
Art Show by Terri Tibbatts
Torrington City Hall Hosts "Made In Torrington" Exhibit, Showcasing Local Industry and Artistry
The exhibit is open to the public in the City Hall Auditorium during normal hours when meetings are not in session.
Following a successful exhibit at Five Points Annex earlier this year, a curated selection from the original 65 works of local photographer Katina Hungerford are showcased at City Hall in the auditorium throughout October and November. This continuation of the “Made In Torrington” exhibit is curated and overseen by William Haygood, a key figure in Torrington's vibrant arts community, a member of Torrington's Arts and Culture Commission, Five Points Arts Facilities Manager, and art curator for City Hall.
"Made In Torrington" is a black-and-white, documentary-style photo exhibit dedicated to the workers, artisans, and everyday local heroes who make the Northwest corner of Connecticut an extraordinary haven of hard work, inspiration, and innovation. This project captures Torrington's hardworking spirit, bridging labor and artistry through striking portraits. Featured in the exhibit are craftsmen and women at work across various iconic Torrington locations, including O&G Industries at the new high school construction site, RBC Bearings, Iffland Lumber, The Nutmeg Conservatory for The Arts, WAPJ Radio Station, City Hall, Colonial Bronze, Liberty Art and Framing, Center Congregational Church, and The Venetian Restaurant. Each image reflects the pride and dedication of Torrington’s people, often working behind the scenes to keep the city thriving.
Several pieces from the collection will also be on display at local venues during the exhibit’s run. Upon the completion of the exhibit series, the full body of work will be donated to the Torrington Historical Society, ensuring this powerful visual documentation of Torrington’s industrious spirit is preserved for future generations.
About the Artist: Katina Hungerford is a renowned photographer and local artist who grew up in Torrington and resides in the city with her musician husband, Steven McGrath. With the support of a microgrant from the Northwest CT Arts Council, The City of Torrington, and The American Rescue Plan Act, Katina has documented the hardworking spirit of Torrington in “Made In Torrington.”
For more information about the Made In Torrington Art Exhibit, including a full schedule of events, please visit the digital exhibit on Facebook at facebook.com/madeintorrington or contact Katina Hungerford at katina@hungerford.marketing.
"Made In Torrington" Black & White Photo Exhibit at City Hall
The Gunn Memorial Library is pleased to present "Cover Stories & Cityscapes," an exhibition by Susan Lerner on display from September 28th through November 23rd, 2024. This exhibition showcases a captivating collection of hand-cut collages that blend vintage narratives with contemporary artistry.
"Cover Stories & Cityscapes” weaves together two series of hand cut collages, each rooted in the exploration of materials and the stories they hold. "Cover Stories" transforms forgotten vintage books into striking three-dimensional vignettes by deconstructing their volumes and enriching them with vintage illustrations and found photographs, evoking nostalgia and transporting viewers to another time and place. Inspired by a serendipitous flea market find of early 1900s NYC postcards, “Cityscapes" blends these historical fragments with hand-cut maps and vintage imagery. Each collage is named after places or vernacular associated with New York City.
Susan is a New York City and Washington, CT based contemporary hand-cut collage artist. In her prior profession as a Certified Flavor Chemist, Susan ‘collaged’ chemicals into unique flavors, but now she uses paper as her medium. She loves the collage process, finding joy in the hunt for imagery, meditation in cutting paper and delight in creating nostalgic compositions. Since 2017, she has shown her work in six solo shows in New York City and Northwest Connecticut and over 35 group shows including Norway, Germany and Paris. Her work has been published in numerous periodicals including “Collage Care Transforming Emotions and Life Experiences with Collage” by Laurie Kanyer and its companion book, “Collage Care, the Method”. She is the co-founder of the New York Collage Ensemble which promotes a supportive community of like-minded analog collage artists in NYC.
Gunn Memorial Library Stairwell Gallery Presents: "Cover Stories & Cityscapes" by: Susan Lerner
This very popular preschool arts and crafts program uses every imaginable medium to stir the creative impulse in your child. Parents and children will have fun finger painting, gluing and creating together! Each week your child will bring home several themed-based projects. Children should wear an old shirt or art smock.
Parents, please bring a bag or box to transport projects home.
Instructor: Michele Gasiewski
Ages 2 1/2 - 5 years old
Class 1 9:30AM-10:15AM
Class 2 10:30AM-11:15AM
Color Me Creative
Known primarily for his cartoons and his novels, Steiner’s paintings and drawings can be comic, surrealist, romantic, and fantastic—hence the title of the exhibition, “All Over the Place.” The artist recently said that he is “unschooled as an artist. The disadvantage in that is that I was never taught how to paint. I taught myself, and some of what I taught myself was wrong. Happily, that is also the advantage. I am disciplined about how I paint, but not about what or when I paint: I do it how and when I want.”
A reception for the artist will take place at the library on Saturday, November 2, from 4PM to 6 PM. In conjunction with the exhibition, Steiner will give an art talk on Thursday, November 21 from 5:30 to 7PM.
Exhibition: Peter Steiner--All Over the Place
The New Milford Library will hold an exhibit of a collection of photographs from New Milford's own Ruth and Skitch Henderson's, Hunt Hill Farm (also known as The Silo). The photos show moments from Skitch's life in the worlds of music and television, along with some folks he worked with.
The exhibit will run from Saturday, November 9th through Thursday, January 2nd, with an opening reception on November 9th at 2pm. All are welcome.
Memories from Hunt Hill Farm
Join us for Story Time on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 for new books, free play, and fun crafts!
Story Time
Thursdays in November; 7, 14, 21 From 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. We are closed 11/28
Perfect for 3-5 year olds, but fun for everyone!
Join Mrs. Tricia for a classic library storytime--books, songs, bubbles, and more! Come for early literacy skills, social connections, and fun! We will have process-based art activities after each week’s stories and songs
Pre School Storytime
September 8, 2024 – January 5, 2025
For the first time, Poskas: Father and Son brings together the artwork of Waterbury natives Peter Poskas II and his son Peter Poskas III. Poskas II is known for painting realist views of Connecticut cities and landscapes, exploring conditions of weather and light on his subjects. Dedicated to realist still lifes before a life-altering accident, Poskas III has recently turned his attention to impressionistic views of the land, animals, and buildings surrounding his Washington, CT farm. A wide-ranging retrospective of late-career Poskas II, and mid-career Poskas III, this exhibition not only speaks to the body of work of both artists, but also tracks how their relationship has changed, grown, and deepened over time through the lens of their artwork.
Exhibition: Poskas: Father & Son
Kenise Barnes Fine Art is pleased to announce an exhibition featuring contemporary landscape paintings and drawings. Immortalized in the 1800s by painters in the Hudson River School, the Hudson River Valley has been a rich source of inspiring forests, mountains, and vistas for artists. Point of view is the position from which something is observed; it is also the voice in which a story is told. The three artists in this show live and work in the region and continue this rich legacy. Their artwork tells the story of unique observation, impression, and interpretation.
Andrea Kantrowitz presents a new series of large-scale ink and brush artworks on Mylar. Hovering on the threshold between drawing and painting, they capture the forest’s intricate forms—twisting branches, layered foliage, vernal pools, and light filtering through the canopy above. Rather than literal representations, these pieces, six and seven feet tall, convey the immersive experience of being “among the trees,” as the poet Mary Oliver once wrote. The fluidity of ink captures both serenity and complexity, drawing viewers into the detailed, dense world of the forest.
Kantrowitz’s art evokes the meditative state of being "lost in the woods," inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, or “forest bathing.” As the images slowly come into focus for the viewer, the experience echoes the process of attuning to the hidden rhythms of the woodland. Her work translates the overwhelming density and richness of the natural world into a visual language that encourages contemplation, asking viewers to connect deeply with the environment and their own sense of presence within it.
Andrea Kantrowitz’s work has been exhibited throughout the world and is in many public and private collections. Her research has been widely published and she is a sought-after educator and speaker. Kantrowitz earned her Ed.D from Columbia University Teachers College, she holds a BA in Art and Cognition from Harvard University and an MFA in Painting from Yale. She is the Director of the Art Education Program at the State University of New York at New Paltz. She has been represented by the gallery since 2005. Kantrowitz lives, hikes, draws, and paints in the Hudson Valley, NY.
David Konigsberg, an inveterate hiker, depends on the natural world for the captured and imagined drama in his paintings. Living in the upper Hudson Valley, which is still rural and agricultural, the artist is surrounded by mountains laced with foot trails; it is an ideal location for a painter whose compositions are a testament to the sweetness of lingering recollections and the introspective journeys they inspire. David Konigsberg’s work bridges the divide between art and real life in paintings that are both objective and conceptual and are a meditation on life and creativity.
David Konigsberg’s paintings focus on the places where nature and humanity meet. Konigsberg’s works bridge the divide between art and real life in semi-narrative paintings that are both objective and conceptual. His work occupies a netherworld of image and memory in his very personal narratives, which are not meant to be deciphered but experienced as emotional possibilities.
Konigsberg’s work has been exhibited throughout the United States and has been featured in the New York Times, Chronogram, Wall Street International, and Brooklyn Journal, as well as numerous art and culture blogs. Konigsberg has been represented by the gallery since 2007. The artist lives and works in Hudson, New York.
The paintings of Thomas Sarrantonio seek to mediate between realms of external perception and internal reflection. They present themselves as meditations on nature and self. Choosing humble, often overlooked subject matter such as a lone tree or the morning fog, he attempts to translate the dynamic processes of nature into the stasis of physical matter on a painted surface. Small oil paintings are produced directly from nature while large paintings are studio productions that utilize memory, experience, imagination and conceptual ideas to negotiate the terrain of contemporary painting. The paintings are offered to the viewer as templates to provoke active participation in the process of seeing and quiet contemplation of the act of consciousness.
Thomas Sarrantonio’s paintings have been exhibited widely and he is the recipient of numerous honors including a Pollock-Krasner Award and a Visiting Artist Residency in Normandy, France. Sarrantonio holds degrees in Biology and English. He studied Painting at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA, where his teachers included Will Barnet and Sidney Goodman. He lives and works in Rosendale, NY.
Please contact Lani Holloway, Associate Director, Lani@kbfa.com, 860 560 3085 with inquires or to arrange a preview of the exhibition.
Point of View
Join us for a weekly dose of inspiration with Rebbetzin Mina as she delves into the weekly Torah portion. Take a break from your busy schedule every Thursday from 11:30-12:30 at Chabad on the Green located at 69 West Litchfield, CT 06759.Come prepared to gain new insights and connect with a community of like-minded individuals. Let Rebbetzin guide you on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Don't miss out on this opportunity to nourish your soul and elevate your week. We can't wait to see you there!
Women's Torah & Tea
Connections: an exhibit of oil and mixed media by the artists Souby Boski and Karen Simmons.
Souby Boski has been an Art teacher in the Connecticut public schools and Adjunct Professor of Art at Naugatuck Valley Community College. Since 2004, she has been teaching painting and ceramics at area art education venues in CT, NY, MA and Florida. Souby holds a BA in Art Education from Stetson University and a MALS in Art from Wesleyan University. She has studied painting with nationally recognized artists and teachers, like Eric Aho, Ira Barkoff, Lois Dodd and Ruth Miller.
Karen Simmons grew up in France, London and Brussels. Her parents were friends with several contemporary artists, from whom she absorbed a love of all things beautiful into the most humble of daily details. She holds a BA in Art History and Studio Art from Williams College and a Master in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. Karen has studied painting under Ira Barkoff and Eric Aho, sculpture under Mary Adams and John Reideman.
Karen states: "the "Connections" of this show continue and get personal, especially in my still-lives, which often include familial objects, many from my mother's collection. My still-lives build on each other by including the same objects, also prior still life paintings that become abstracted objects, paintings of my studio "object libraries" and finally, sometimes, abstractions of the still life itself."
Both artists have participated in many exhibitions as well as in group shows all over Litchfield County and beyond.
For over 18 years, Karen and Souby have been connected through painting, classes, teaching, volunteering and friendship. The exhibition is a result of the dialog between these women as they work to explore painting through color and abstraction.
Connections: Souby Boski and Karen Simmons
Bring your lunch, listen to stories, and enjoy a fun craft! All are welcome, this program is intended for preschool-aged children. This event will be offered in person in the Junior Room of the Library.
Registration is appreciated but not required.
Lunch Bunch Storytime
Whether you are new to screenprinting or looking to explore an alternative approach, this workshop introduces a variety of analog methods to achieve dynamic and layered sceenprints while encouraging experimentation and embracing the unexpected. Learn to use a variety of techniques for making screenprint negatives, including creating stencils, ink drawing, realia, collage, and drawing fluid. These will be applied in the planning and design of your own printing project, which will guide participants through the full screenprinting process.
Instructor: Brooke Toczylowski
Thursdays, November 7, 14 & 21, 2024
1:00 - 4:00 PM
Ages: 16+
Members: $157.50
Non-Members: $175
Experimental Screenprint
Join us for our newest book club, Afternoon Delights! Each month we will read one book, then meet the third Thursday of the month at 1:30pm to chat about it. Simply pick up a copy of this month’s book at the front counter! No registration is required.
Coffee, tea and snacks provided by the Friends of the Thomaston Public Library
The Nowhere Girls
By Amy Reed
Three misfits come together to avenge the rape of a fellow classmate and in the process trigger a change in the misogynist culture at their high school transforming the lives of everyone around them in this searing and timely story.
Who are the Nowhere Girls?
They’re everygirl. But they start with just three:
Grace Salter is the new girl in town, whose family was run out of their former community after her southern Baptist preacher mom turned into a radical liberal after falling off a horse and bumping her head.
Rosina Suarez is the queer punk girl in a conservative Mexican immigrant family, who dreams of a life playing music instead of babysitting her gaggle of cousins and waitressing at her uncle’s restaurant.
Erin Delillo is obsessed with two things: marine biology and Star Trek: The Next Generation, but they aren’t enough to distract her from her suspicion that she may in fact be an android.
When Grace learns that Lucy Moynihan, the former occupant of her new home, was run out of town for having accused the popular guys at school of gang rape, she’s incensed that Lucy never had justice. For their own personal reasons, Rosina and Erin feel equally deeply about Lucy’s tragedy, so they form an anonymous group of girls at Prescott High to resist the sexist culture at their school, which includes boycotting sex of any kind with the male students.
Told in alternating perspectives, this groundbreaking novel is an indictment of rape culture and explores with bold honesty the deepest questions about teen girls and sexuality.
Afternoon Delights Book Club - The Nowhere Girls
EVENING GLOW MUSIC SERIES ~ All are welcome to join us for relaxing and reflective music to close the day.
Rebecca Patterson, Violin Cello & Megan Sesma, Harpist
FREE / * Pre-registration encouraged
Live Performance 3:30-4:30 P.M.
Wine & Cheese reception to follow.
Complete Series:
Sept 26: Hank Milligan, Pianist
October 24: William Braun, Pianist & Christopher Grundy, Baritone voice: "Schubert's Song Cycle Winterreise"
November 21: Rebecca Patterson, Violin Cello & Megan Sesma, Harpist
December 12: Entwyned Dee Hanson, Flute & Harp, Neal Humphreys, Cello, & Eric Hansen, Lute
'TWAS IN THE MOON OF WINTERTIME: Early Christmas Music
Evening Glow Music Series Fall Season - Rebecca Patterson, Violin Cello & Megan Sesma, Harpist
Join us in the Junior Room for an afternoon of art and creativity! This program is intended for Grades 3 and up. Drop-offs are allowed with advance registration, please email (kmljuniorroom@biblio.org) the Junior Room to register or for more information.
Arts Not Crafts: Art Club at the Library!
Thursday, November 21 from 5:00-6:00 p.m.
For ages 6-16!
Do you like Pokemon? On the third Thursday of each month, join us for Pokemon Club! At each meeting you can trade with friends to perfect your deck and get rare cards! Battle with other trainers to refine your skills and learn new strategies from your opponents. We will also have coloring pages and other fun activities available for our younger trainers. Ages 6 and up! Trainers of all skill levels are welcome!
Pokemon Club
Embrace the power of your inner knowledge and write the stories brewing at your core. Writing in the Raw offers a supportive and encouraging environment to connect to your intuitive voice. Provided prompts will help ignite memory and imagination. Focus will be on memoir, but all genres are welcome. All you need for this workshop is the desire to write. Bring along a notepad, pen, and/or computer, as writing will occur during the workshop. Facilitated by Alice Schuette.
Writing in the Raw
Marta Molnar’s The Secret Life of Sunflowers will be discussed this month. All are welcome to join.
When Hollywood auctioneer Emsley Wilson finds her famous grandmother's diary while cleaning out her New York brownstone, the pages are full of surprises. The first surprise is the diary isn't her grandmother's. It belongs to Johanna Bonger, Vincent van Gogh's sister-in-law.
Johanna inherited Vincent van Gogh's paintings. They were all she had, and they weren't worth anything. In the 1800s, she was a 28-year-old widow with a baby, without any means of supporting herself, living in Paris, where she barely spoke the language. Yet she managed to introduce Vincent's legacy to the world.
The inspiration couldn't come at a better time for Emsley. With her business failing, an unexpected love turning up in her life, and family secrets unraveling, can she find answers in the past?
Registration is required: https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/gml-thursday-book-club-the-secret-life-of-sunflowers-by-marta-molnar/
Gunn Memorial Thursday Library Book Club - The Secret Life of Sunflowers, Marta Molnar
This month's cookbook is THE SKILLET. Make one of the recipes from the cookbook and bring your creation for us all to try! RSVP www.newmilfordlibrary.org
Cookbook Club
Live, In-Person:
Join Nancy Schuler in this conversation with reknown artist Danielle Mailer - a two-time recipient of the 50 most important people of Litchfield County and Litchfield Magazine’s “Readers’ Choice” favorite Artist of 2023.
Danielle will discuss how her art is created and what motivates her to produce such colorful, unique pieces and murals.
For more information about Danielle's exhibit in Oliver Wolcott Library's Jamie Gagarin Gallery, click here.
A Conversation with Artist Danielle Mailer
Third Thursday each month at 7pm
In the Fellowship Room
fREADom to Read
Come downtown and cheer on your favorite singers at Salt 2.0! Don't forget to come a little early and grab some of Salt's great happy hour specials offered daily from 4-7PM.
Vinny has a great Karaoke system and knows how to make all of us sound great!
Every Thursday from 7-10PM.
Karaoke with Vinny at Salt 2.0!
Advanced Beginner Knitting Class
- Come learn in a class designed just for you…an advanced beginner!!
- You will learn how to knit "in the round" using circular needles, how to knit cables, how to read a yarn label (if you don’t already know how to do this), how to read a knitting pattern, how to fix mistakes, and more!
- 6 weekly classes, 1.5 hours each
- Projects include your choice of 3 hat patterns and cable ear warmers
- All materials and supplies will be provided at the 1st class
- Requirements: This is NOT a beginner class! You MUST KNOW the basic knit stitches -- the knit stitch and the purl stitch – all other stitches and techniques will be taught!
Instructor: Andrea Dener
Instructor Bio: My name is Andrea Dener and I call myself The Yarn Farmer because I love knitting and crocheting fun items inspired by the farm and food...like carrot scarves, pumpkin hats, and chicken coasters!
I've been knitting and crocheting since I was 10 years old and love both crafts but LOVE TEACHING THEM EVEN MORE so I became certified to teach both by the Craft Yarn Council of America!
I look forward to bringing out the 'inner knitter' and 'inner crocheter' in you!
Advanced Beginner Knitting Class
Global artists have shared their creative expressions about "solitude" - moments of reflection, relaxation, privacy, restoration. See their images, films, music and poetry online at Personaland.
Personaland is an artist-driven global village transforming the world of art by using technology to bridge time zones and cultural boundaries. Our mission is to promote humanity, creativity, and community through a mix of entertainment, enchantment, and imagination.
Since its 2018 launch, Personaland, in its global reach, has showcased over 750 visual artists, filmmakers, musicians, and poets from 66 countries in 29 group art shows and 55 individual exhibitions, many with videos of artist profiles.
Solitude art show
Win big for a good cause! The silent portion of the Housatonic Valley Association (HVA)’s Auction for the Environment opens on November 11, and continues until the end of the live event on November 23. A fabulous selection of live and silent auction items, from grand trips to local experiences, will encourage friendly competition, and participation will profoundly impact the environmental health of the region we call home. Online bidders can register for the silent auction free of charge at hvatoday.org, and those who wish to attend the live auction event may purchase tickets online, as well. As the only organization dedicated to the entire tri-state Housatonic watershed, HVA is on a mission to restore and protect clean, cold waters and a sweeping woodland corridor from the Berkshires to Long Island Sound.
Online Silent Auction - HVA's Auction for the Environment
Full Spectrum Open Juried Show -Submit online now through Jan 10, 2025
Gallery 25 Announces “Full Spectrum”
Open Call For Artists
GREAT WAY TO SHARE YOUR TALENT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY!
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio is issuing an Open Call for artists who wish to take part in “Full Spectrum”, an open juried art show that will run from January 17 to February 2, 2025 at Gallery 25 in the historic train depot. Artists are invited to prepare up to 4 images. All media will be accepted except photography and AI generated work.
Entry fee is $20 per artwork piece submitted and each artist must have a W-9 form. Visit Gallery25CT.com and enter your submissions. Artwork delivery date is Sunday, January 12. All work must be for sale. For the full prospectus and details, visit, Gallery25CT.com.
Terry Tougas, G25 Director, says, “Our annual open juried is always an exciting event. We receive artworks in varied genres and it’s exhilarating to walk through the gallery and enjoy them”.
The public is invited to attend the reception for “Full Spectrum” on January 18 (snow date: January 19) from 2-4pm and awards will be announced at 3:30pm. Wine and light refreshments will be served along with stunning artworks.
Artists with any questions about the submission process can email Gallery25newmilfordct@gmail.com.
New Milford is an exciting destination, offering many enjoyable activities, among them well-reviewed restaurants, pubs and unique shops, as well as an Art Deco movie theater, an innovative playhouse, Theaterworks, and a historical New England green. Plan a fun and relaxing weekend in our fine town!
G25 is a unique art gallery housed in an historic train depot. We have 24 members who exhibit work of all genres. G25 is open Friday and Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4.
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio
New Milford Commission on the Arts
11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776
860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com
Open Friday & Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4
G25 wishes to thank the town of New Milford and the New Milford Commission on the Arts for their continued generous support.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Gallery25 and Creative Arts Studio.
CALL FOR ARTISTS - Open Juried Art Show!
We’ve been selected by the Big Y Community Bag Program!
During the month of November, we receive $1 for every reusable Community Bag purchased at Big Y!
Dear VCA Supporters,
We are so excited to share that, for the entire month of November, VCA has been selected by store leadership to benefit from Big Y’s Community Bag Program, which makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local communities.
Whenever a $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at the Big Y located at 1 Kent Rd, New Milford, CT in November, $1 will be donated to Village Center for the Arts. This is a great way to broaden awareness and help our cause.
Let’s get started!
Share the news with friends and family. Call, send emails, and post on social media. The more people who purchase the Community Bag in November, the larger the donation we will receive!
To learn more about this program, please visit bigy.2givelocal.com.
villagecenterarts.org
Big Y Community Bag Program
Santa Calls
Holidays are fast approaching. Would your child like a call from Santa, Mrs. Clause, or one of Santa's Helpers? To register for your child's Santa Call , visit newmilfordct.myrec.com to fill out the Google form for your child! Please fill out one form per child.
Santa Calls Helpers Needed
Interested in volunteering to make calls and help spread the holiday spirit? The link to volunteer can also be found in the description on our website, newmilfordct.myrec.com, or email us at parkandrec@newmilfordct.gov
Santa Calls & Santa Calls Helpers
All November, get Your Taste of Burlington Card, FOR FREE, at the town hall, public library, or participating businesses. Receive at least 7 stamps from the participating businesses to be eligible for a prize drawing. Winning cards will be drawn and prizes awarded at the Burlington Carol Sing on December 4, 2024. The B. Hive will not be open until 2025. Ask any of the participating vendors to stamp the B. Hive block in addition to their own for you.
Charming Thai Restaurant
Special - Chu Chee Duck or Salmon with string bean and bell pepper in coconut curry sauce $23.95
232 Spielman Hwy
https://www.charming-thai.com/
Sabrina's Restaurant
Special - Veal Ala Mary with Mustard Sauce $23.80
258 Spielman Hwy
https://www.sabrinasrestaurantct.com/
China Garden
Specials - Golden Finger $9.45, Boneless Spare Ribs $9.95, Fried Chicken Wings $9.45, Teriyaki Beef $9.95, Fried Shrimp $9.45 - All served with Pork Fried Rice
262 Spielman Hwy
Burlington Spirit Shoppe
Special - Mionetto Prosecco $13.49 per bottle
276 Spielman Hwy
I Know A Guy Deli
Specials - Two Chile Cheese Dogs $10.00, free coffee with breakfast meal
280 Spielman Hwy
https://www.iknowaguyfoodsllc.com/
Sorrento's Pizza
Special - Chicken Tikka & Tandoori Pizza -
small $13.99, medium $19.99, large $23.99
292 Spielman Hwy
https://www.sorrentospizzamenu.com/
Enclave Grille
Special - Pretzel Burger - Two Smash Patties, Beer cheese, Bacon, Pickles, Spicy Mustard $18.00
292 Spielman Hwy
Greenhouse Tavern
Special - Chicken & Sausage Ala Vodka $27.99
House Vodka Sauce tossed with Italian Sausage, Chicken, Sauteed Spinach, Roasted Red Peppers over Rigatoni
511 Spielman Hwy
https://www.greenhousecafeandtavern.com/
Hogan's Cider Mill
Special - Hot Mulled Cider 12oz for $7.00
522 Spielman Hwy
Tonn's Marketplace
Special - Nov. 1 - 18 - 10% off a purchase of $50 or more with presence of Taste of Burlington Card at time of purchase.
Not to be combined with any other offers, coupons, or discounts.
Cannot be used on Event tickets, Pre-Orders, Harvest Baskets, or Harvest/Gift Card Purchases.
418 Milford St
Lamothe's Sugar House
Special - 5% off a pint of maple syrup and pancake mix purchased together
89 Stone Rd
https://lamothesugarhouse.com/
Little Laurel's Cookie Co.
Special - 36 L'IL EVAS miniature chocolate chip cookies $24
427 George Washington Tpk
https://www.littlelaurels.com/
B. Hive - (Opening in 2025 - Ask any participating business to stamp this block for you.)
221 Spielman Hwy
Taste of Burlington
The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens is pleased to welcome an art exhibit featuring works by Terri Tibbatts. The exhibit, “A Still Life” will be on view beginning Friday, November 15.
An opening reception will be held at the park on Saturday, November 16 from 3 to 5 p.m.
The show highlights the artist’s ethereal archival digital photography of seasonal fruits, vegetables and flowers.
“I take my inspiration from many sources,” Tibbatts remarks. “Dutch still life paintings, Japanese screens, scrolls and wood blocks, the sketchbooks of herbalists and naturalists, botanical prints and a multitude of gardens.”
For much of this body of work that will be on display at the park, Tibbatts largely used a horizontal landscape orientation. For some of the backgrounds, she used painted papers she recently made in a class with Suzanne Moore, book artist and calligrapher.
The exhibit will be on view through Sunday, December 1. Check our social media for weekly open hours: @judyblackpark on Instagram and Facebook.
Art Show by Terri Tibbatts
Torrington City Hall Hosts "Made In Torrington" Exhibit, Showcasing Local Industry and Artistry
The exhibit is open to the public in the City Hall Auditorium during normal hours when meetings are not in session.
Following a successful exhibit at Five Points Annex earlier this year, a curated selection from the original 65 works of local photographer Katina Hungerford are showcased at City Hall in the auditorium throughout October and November. This continuation of the “Made In Torrington” exhibit is curated and overseen by William Haygood, a key figure in Torrington's vibrant arts community, a member of Torrington's Arts and Culture Commission, Five Points Arts Facilities Manager, and art curator for City Hall.
"Made In Torrington" is a black-and-white, documentary-style photo exhibit dedicated to the workers, artisans, and everyday local heroes who make the Northwest corner of Connecticut an extraordinary haven of hard work, inspiration, and innovation. This project captures Torrington's hardworking spirit, bridging labor and artistry through striking portraits. Featured in the exhibit are craftsmen and women at work across various iconic Torrington locations, including O&G Industries at the new high school construction site, RBC Bearings, Iffland Lumber, The Nutmeg Conservatory for The Arts, WAPJ Radio Station, City Hall, Colonial Bronze, Liberty Art and Framing, Center Congregational Church, and The Venetian Restaurant. Each image reflects the pride and dedication of Torrington’s people, often working behind the scenes to keep the city thriving.
Several pieces from the collection will also be on display at local venues during the exhibit’s run. Upon the completion of the exhibit series, the full body of work will be donated to the Torrington Historical Society, ensuring this powerful visual documentation of Torrington’s industrious spirit is preserved for future generations.
About the Artist: Katina Hungerford is a renowned photographer and local artist who grew up in Torrington and resides in the city with her musician husband, Steven McGrath. With the support of a microgrant from the Northwest CT Arts Council, The City of Torrington, and The American Rescue Plan Act, Katina has documented the hardworking spirit of Torrington in “Made In Torrington.”
For more information about the Made In Torrington Art Exhibit, including a full schedule of events, please visit the digital exhibit on Facebook at facebook.com/madeintorrington or contact Katina Hungerford at katina@hungerford.marketing.
"Made In Torrington" Black & White Photo Exhibit at City Hall
The Gunn Memorial Library is pleased to present "Cover Stories & Cityscapes," an exhibition by Susan Lerner on display from September 28th through November 23rd, 2024. This exhibition showcases a captivating collection of hand-cut collages that blend vintage narratives with contemporary artistry.
"Cover Stories & Cityscapes” weaves together two series of hand cut collages, each rooted in the exploration of materials and the stories they hold. "Cover Stories" transforms forgotten vintage books into striking three-dimensional vignettes by deconstructing their volumes and enriching them with vintage illustrations and found photographs, evoking nostalgia and transporting viewers to another time and place. Inspired by a serendipitous flea market find of early 1900s NYC postcards, “Cityscapes" blends these historical fragments with hand-cut maps and vintage imagery. Each collage is named after places or vernacular associated with New York City.
Susan is a New York City and Washington, CT based contemporary hand-cut collage artist. In her prior profession as a Certified Flavor Chemist, Susan ‘collaged’ chemicals into unique flavors, but now she uses paper as her medium. She loves the collage process, finding joy in the hunt for imagery, meditation in cutting paper and delight in creating nostalgic compositions. Since 2017, she has shown her work in six solo shows in New York City and Northwest Connecticut and over 35 group shows including Norway, Germany and Paris. Her work has been published in numerous periodicals including “Collage Care Transforming Emotions and Life Experiences with Collage” by Laurie Kanyer and its companion book, “Collage Care, the Method”. She is the co-founder of the New York Collage Ensemble which promotes a supportive community of like-minded analog collage artists in NYC.
Gunn Memorial Library Stairwell Gallery Presents: "Cover Stories & Cityscapes" by: Susan Lerner
The New Milford Library will hold an exhibit of a collection of photographs from New Milford's own Ruth and Skitch Henderson's, Hunt Hill Farm (also known as The Silo). The photos show moments from Skitch's life in the worlds of music and television, along with some folks he worked with.
The exhibit will run from Saturday, November 9th through Thursday, January 2nd, with an opening reception on November 9th at 2pm. All are welcome.
Memories from Hunt Hill Farm
Connections: an exhibit of oil and mixed media by the artists Souby Boski and Karen Simmons.
Souby Boski has been an Art teacher in the Connecticut public schools and Adjunct Professor of Art at Naugatuck Valley Community College. Since 2004, she has been teaching painting and ceramics at area art education venues in CT, NY, MA and Florida. Souby holds a BA in Art Education from Stetson University and a MALS in Art from Wesleyan University. She has studied painting with nationally recognized artists and teachers, like Eric Aho, Ira Barkoff, Lois Dodd and Ruth Miller.
Karen Simmons grew up in France, London and Brussels. Her parents were friends with several contemporary artists, from whom she absorbed a love of all things beautiful into the most humble of daily details. She holds a BA in Art History and Studio Art from Williams College and a Master in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. Karen has studied painting under Ira Barkoff and Eric Aho, sculpture under Mary Adams and John Reideman.
Karen states: "the "Connections" of this show continue and get personal, especially in my still-lives, which often include familial objects, many from my mother's collection. My still-lives build on each other by including the same objects, also prior still life paintings that become abstracted objects, paintings of my studio "object libraries" and finally, sometimes, abstractions of the still life itself."
Both artists have participated in many exhibitions as well as in group shows all over Litchfield County and beyond.
For over 18 years, Karen and Souby have been connected through painting, classes, teaching, volunteering and friendship. The exhibition is a result of the dialog between these women as they work to explore painting through color and abstraction.
Connections: Souby Boski and Karen Simmons
Bloom Where Planted - Therapeutic Plants and Nature Program
$20.00 per class / $105.00 for all 6 classes
* Pre-registration and Pre-payment required
Herbal Lotion Bar - As the weather gets cooler and you need to protect your skin, it is a great time to create a skin nourishing lotion bar. Learn about some skin benefiting herbs, how to infuse them in oil, and finally, make a lotion bar that is solid and easy to apply.
Class includes supplies, handouts, instruction and finished project to take home!
Complete series:
Nature Mandala - Oct. 4
Herbs for Relaxation - Oct. 11
Fall Flowers - Oct. 25
Herbal Wreath - Nov. 15
Herbal Lotion Bar - Nov. 22
DIY Fresh Swag - Dec. 6
Bloom Where Planted - Herbal Lotion Bar
September 8, 2024 – January 5, 2025
For the first time, Poskas: Father and Son brings together the artwork of Waterbury natives Peter Poskas II and his son Peter Poskas III. Poskas II is known for painting realist views of Connecticut cities and landscapes, exploring conditions of weather and light on his subjects. Dedicated to realist still lifes before a life-altering accident, Poskas III has recently turned his attention to impressionistic views of the land, animals, and buildings surrounding his Washington, CT farm. A wide-ranging retrospective of late-career Poskas II, and mid-career Poskas III, this exhibition not only speaks to the body of work of both artists, but also tracks how their relationship has changed, grown, and deepened over time through the lens of their artwork.
Exhibition: Poskas: Father & Son
Kenise Barnes Fine Art is pleased to announce an exhibition featuring contemporary landscape paintings and drawings. Immortalized in the 1800s by painters in the Hudson River School, the Hudson River Valley has been a rich source of inspiring forests, mountains, and vistas for artists. Point of view is the position from which something is observed; it is also the voice in which a story is told. The three artists in this show live and work in the region and continue this rich legacy. Their artwork tells the story of unique observation, impression, and interpretation.
Andrea Kantrowitz presents a new series of large-scale ink and brush artworks on Mylar. Hovering on the threshold between drawing and painting, they capture the forest’s intricate forms—twisting branches, layered foliage, vernal pools, and light filtering through the canopy above. Rather than literal representations, these pieces, six and seven feet tall, convey the immersive experience of being “among the trees,” as the poet Mary Oliver once wrote. The fluidity of ink captures both serenity and complexity, drawing viewers into the detailed, dense world of the forest.
Kantrowitz’s art evokes the meditative state of being "lost in the woods," inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, or “forest bathing.” As the images slowly come into focus for the viewer, the experience echoes the process of attuning to the hidden rhythms of the woodland. Her work translates the overwhelming density and richness of the natural world into a visual language that encourages contemplation, asking viewers to connect deeply with the environment and their own sense of presence within it.
Andrea Kantrowitz’s work has been exhibited throughout the world and is in many public and private collections. Her research has been widely published and she is a sought-after educator and speaker. Kantrowitz earned her Ed.D from Columbia University Teachers College, she holds a BA in Art and Cognition from Harvard University and an MFA in Painting from Yale. She is the Director of the Art Education Program at the State University of New York at New Paltz. She has been represented by the gallery since 2005. Kantrowitz lives, hikes, draws, and paints in the Hudson Valley, NY.
David Konigsberg, an inveterate hiker, depends on the natural world for the captured and imagined drama in his paintings. Living in the upper Hudson Valley, which is still rural and agricultural, the artist is surrounded by mountains laced with foot trails; it is an ideal location for a painter whose compositions are a testament to the sweetness of lingering recollections and the introspective journeys they inspire. David Konigsberg’s work bridges the divide between art and real life in paintings that are both objective and conceptual and are a meditation on life and creativity.
David Konigsberg’s paintings focus on the places where nature and humanity meet. Konigsberg’s works bridge the divide between art and real life in semi-narrative paintings that are both objective and conceptual. His work occupies a netherworld of image and memory in his very personal narratives, which are not meant to be deciphered but experienced as emotional possibilities.
Konigsberg’s work has been exhibited throughout the United States and has been featured in the New York Times, Chronogram, Wall Street International, and Brooklyn Journal, as well as numerous art and culture blogs. Konigsberg has been represented by the gallery since 2007. The artist lives and works in Hudson, New York.
The paintings of Thomas Sarrantonio seek to mediate between realms of external perception and internal reflection. They present themselves as meditations on nature and self. Choosing humble, often overlooked subject matter such as a lone tree or the morning fog, he attempts to translate the dynamic processes of nature into the stasis of physical matter on a painted surface. Small oil paintings are produced directly from nature while large paintings are studio productions that utilize memory, experience, imagination and conceptual ideas to negotiate the terrain of contemporary painting. The paintings are offered to the viewer as templates to provoke active participation in the process of seeing and quiet contemplation of the act of consciousness.
Thomas Sarrantonio’s paintings have been exhibited widely and he is the recipient of numerous honors including a Pollock-Krasner Award and a Visiting Artist Residency in Normandy, France. Sarrantonio holds degrees in Biology and English. He studied Painting at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA, where his teachers included Will Barnet and Sidney Goodman. He lives and works in Rosendale, NY.
Please contact Lani Holloway, Associate Director, Lani@kbfa.com, 860 560 3085 with inquires or to arrange a preview of the exhibition.
Point of View
Celebrate the Season at Our Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show!
Gallery 25 In the Historic Train Depot in Downtown New Milford, CT
November 22, 2024 – January 12, 2025
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at our highly anticipated Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show, running from November 22, 2024 to January 12, 2025! Join us for an opening reception on Saturday, November 23, from 4 PM to 6 PM, where you can enjoy light refreshments and wine while exploring a stunning array of unique gifts, beautiful paintings, pottery, glass art, woodworking and handcrafted items perfect for the season.
Again this year, we are thrilled to be part of the Sip and Stroll Tour on Friday, December 6, from 6 PM to 9 PM. Stroll through our festive venue, where you can sip on delightful drinks and savor delectable food while discovering the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones.
But that’s not all! Our annual model train exhibit will return on Friday, December 20, running through December 29. Watch in wonder as trains chug along their tracks, providing a whimsical backdrop to the artistic treasures on display. The enchanting combination of model trains and stunning artwork is sure to delight visitors of all ages.
Join us this holiday season and support local artisans while finding one-of-a-kind gifts that will make your celebrations extra special. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Event Details:
- Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show
- Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 12, 2025
- Opening Reception: Saturday, November 23, 4 PM – 6 PM (Light refreshments served)
- Sip and Stroll Tour: Friday, December 6, 6 PM – 9 PM
- Model Train Exhibit: December 20 – 29
All aboard for a holiday celebration you won’t want to miss!
Gallery 25 in the Historic Train Depot encourages everyone to celebrate the season and support local artists. We look forward to seeing you there!
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio
New Milford Commission on the Arts
11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776
860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com
Open Friday & Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Gallery25 and Creative Arts Studio
Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show!
Known primarily for his cartoons and his novels, Steiner’s paintings and drawings can be comic, surrealist, romantic, and fantastic—hence the title of the exhibition, “All Over the Place.” The artist recently said that he is “unschooled as an artist. The disadvantage in that is that I was never taught how to paint. I taught myself, and some of what I taught myself was wrong. Happily, that is also the advantage. I am disciplined about how I paint, but not about what or when I paint: I do it how and when I want.”
A reception for the artist will take place at the library on Saturday, November 2, from 4PM to 6 PM. In conjunction with the exhibition, Steiner will give an art talk on Thursday, November 21 from 5:30 to 7PM.
Exhibition: Peter Steiner--All Over the Place
Please join master calligrapher Awrang and master ceramist Malikzada at Five Points from Nov 22 to Dec 3 for a show of their latest works as they celebrate another year of being Thankful for the friends and community who have helped them rebuild their practices as artists.
Alibaba AWRANG and Matin MALIKZADA at FIVE POINTS ANNEX
Sensory Friendly Playtime provides a sensory-friendly and judgement-free environment for play and learning for children with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory-processing disorders and their families.
Enjoy the Museum in a calmer, quieter environment without the noise, crowds, and stimulation of a typical day.
Capacity is limited to 50, preregistration is strongly encouraged.
Sensory Friendly Playtime
November 15-17 and 22-24
Fridays and Saturdays 6:00-8:00 PM; Sundays 2:00-4:00 PM
“World Classic” is what happens when you take the quintessential American domestic drama away from white suburbia. It explores the identity issues created by assimilation through the eyes of two generations of an immigrant family. Like “The Humans” or “August Osage County” before it, it all takes place during one night, but unlike them, this play focus on those that had to sacrifice their homeland and in the process, compromise their heritage.
Presented in Partnership with The Afro Caribbean Cultural Center Inc
World Classic Play
Five Points Gallery, 7 Water Street, Torrington, CT 06790
Opening Reception & Award Announcement: Friday, November 22, 6-8 PM (Award announced at 7 pm)
Juror: Steven Holmes
Award: A solo exhibition in Five Points Gallery in 2025.
Exhibition runs November 22, 2024 -January 4, 2025
https://fivepointsarts.org/2024/08/14/2024-small-works-juried-exhibition/
Opening - 2024 Small Works Juried Exhibition
Friday, November 22nd, at 7:00, 2nd Home welcomes back Tom Turci (https://tomturci.com/). Tom is a guitarist, singer and songsmith from central Connecticut whose musical roots stem from bluegrass, blues, folk, rock and country. Tom says his original music echoes sounds from the 70's and earlier. Fingerstyle guitar, downhome strumming, harmonicas singing and a voice all his own to give it life. Come down and enjoy!
For reservations call 860-238-4500 or email us at momanddad@2ndhomelounge.com
See our complete event list - https://2ndhomelounge.com/events/
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2nd Home Lounge
524 Main Street, Winsted
2ndhomelounge.com
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Tom Turci at 2nd Home Restaurant/Lounge
Robert Dance, author of Fabulous Faces of Classic Hollywood (2024), will introduce three Bette Davis films to be shown this fall on Fridays at 7:00 p.m. The series continues on Dec. 6, All About Eve (1950).
Please visit the Norfolk Library website @www.norfolklibrary.org or call Front Desk Circulation 860-542-5075 ext. 2 to register.
Classic Bette Davis Film Series: Now, Voyager (1942)
It’s 1979, and New York’s hottest A-listers are lining up for the opening of a floating casino discotheque. What begins as a night of boogie fever quickly changes to panic as the ship succumbs to multiple disasters, such as earthquakes, tidal waves and infernos. As the night turns into day, everyone struggles to survive and, quite possibly, repair the love that they’ve lost… or at least escape the killer rats. This hysterical musical comedy will have you laughing (and singing) from start to finish!
Goshen Players Presents - Disaster The Musical
Global artists have shared their creative expressions about "solitude" - moments of reflection, relaxation, privacy, restoration. See their images, films, music and poetry online at Personaland.
Personaland is an artist-driven global village transforming the world of art by using technology to bridge time zones and cultural boundaries. Our mission is to promote humanity, creativity, and community through a mix of entertainment, enchantment, and imagination.
Since its 2018 launch, Personaland, in its global reach, has showcased over 750 visual artists, filmmakers, musicians, and poets from 66 countries in 29 group art shows and 55 individual exhibitions, many with videos of artist profiles.
Solitude art show
Full Spectrum Open Juried Show -Submit online now through Jan 10, 2025
Gallery 25 Announces “Full Spectrum”
Open Call For Artists
GREAT WAY TO SHARE YOUR TALENT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY!
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio is issuing an Open Call for artists who wish to take part in “Full Spectrum”, an open juried art show that will run from January 17 to February 2, 2025 at Gallery 25 in the historic train depot. Artists are invited to prepare up to 4 images. All media will be accepted except photography and AI generated work.
Entry fee is $20 per artwork piece submitted and each artist must have a W-9 form. Visit Gallery25CT.com and enter your submissions. Artwork delivery date is Sunday, January 12. All work must be for sale. For the full prospectus and details, visit, Gallery25CT.com.
Terry Tougas, G25 Director, says, “Our annual open juried is always an exciting event. We receive artworks in varied genres and it’s exhilarating to walk through the gallery and enjoy them”.
The public is invited to attend the reception for “Full Spectrum” on January 18 (snow date: January 19) from 2-4pm and awards will be announced at 3:30pm. Wine and light refreshments will be served along with stunning artworks.
Artists with any questions about the submission process can email Gallery25newmilfordct@gmail.com.
New Milford is an exciting destination, offering many enjoyable activities, among them well-reviewed restaurants, pubs and unique shops, as well as an Art Deco movie theater, an innovative playhouse, Theaterworks, and a historical New England green. Plan a fun and relaxing weekend in our fine town!
G25 is a unique art gallery housed in an historic train depot. We have 24 members who exhibit work of all genres. G25 is open Friday and Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4.
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio
New Milford Commission on the Arts
11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776
860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com
Open Friday & Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4
G25 wishes to thank the town of New Milford and the New Milford Commission on the Arts for their continued generous support.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Gallery25 and Creative Arts Studio.
CALL FOR ARTISTS - Open Juried Art Show!
We’ve been selected by the Big Y Community Bag Program!
During the month of November, we receive $1 for every reusable Community Bag purchased at Big Y!
Dear VCA Supporters,
We are so excited to share that, for the entire month of November, VCA has been selected by store leadership to benefit from Big Y’s Community Bag Program, which makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local communities.
Whenever a $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at the Big Y located at 1 Kent Rd, New Milford, CT in November, $1 will be donated to Village Center for the Arts. This is a great way to broaden awareness and help our cause.
Let’s get started!
Share the news with friends and family. Call, send emails, and post on social media. The more people who purchase the Community Bag in November, the larger the donation we will receive!
To learn more about this program, please visit bigy.2givelocal.com.
villagecenterarts.org
Big Y Community Bag Program
All November, get Your Taste of Burlington Card, FOR FREE, at the town hall, public library, or participating businesses. Receive at least 7 stamps from the participating businesses to be eligible for a prize drawing. Winning cards will be drawn and prizes awarded at the Burlington Carol Sing on December 4, 2024. The B. Hive will not be open until 2025. Ask any of the participating vendors to stamp the B. Hive block in addition to their own for you.
Charming Thai Restaurant
Special - Chu Chee Duck or Salmon with string bean and bell pepper in coconut curry sauce $23.95
232 Spielman Hwy
https://www.charming-thai.com/
Sabrina's Restaurant
Special - Veal Ala Mary with Mustard Sauce $23.80
258 Spielman Hwy
https://www.sabrinasrestaurantct.com/
China Garden
Specials - Golden Finger $9.45, Boneless Spare Ribs $9.95, Fried Chicken Wings $9.45, Teriyaki Beef $9.95, Fried Shrimp $9.45 - All served with Pork Fried Rice
262 Spielman Hwy
Burlington Spirit Shoppe
Special - Mionetto Prosecco $13.49 per bottle
276 Spielman Hwy
I Know A Guy Deli
Specials - Two Chile Cheese Dogs $10.00, free coffee with breakfast meal
280 Spielman Hwy
https://www.iknowaguyfoodsllc.com/
Sorrento's Pizza
Special - Chicken Tikka & Tandoori Pizza -
small $13.99, medium $19.99, large $23.99
292 Spielman Hwy
https://www.sorrentospizzamenu.com/
Enclave Grille
Special - Pretzel Burger - Two Smash Patties, Beer cheese, Bacon, Pickles, Spicy Mustard $18.00
292 Spielman Hwy
Greenhouse Tavern
Special - Chicken & Sausage Ala Vodka $27.99
House Vodka Sauce tossed with Italian Sausage, Chicken, Sauteed Spinach, Roasted Red Peppers over Rigatoni
511 Spielman Hwy
https://www.greenhousecafeandtavern.com/
Hogan's Cider Mill
Special - Hot Mulled Cider 12oz for $7.00
522 Spielman Hwy
Tonn's Marketplace
Special - Nov. 1 - 18 - 10% off a purchase of $50 or more with presence of Taste of Burlington Card at time of purchase.
Not to be combined with any other offers, coupons, or discounts.
Cannot be used on Event tickets, Pre-Orders, Harvest Baskets, or Harvest/Gift Card Purchases.
418 Milford St
Lamothe's Sugar House
Special - 5% off a pint of maple syrup and pancake mix purchased together
89 Stone Rd
https://lamothesugarhouse.com/
Little Laurel's Cookie Co.
Special - 36 L'IL EVAS miniature chocolate chip cookies $24
427 George Washington Tpk
https://www.littlelaurels.com/
B. Hive - (Opening in 2025 - Ask any participating business to stamp this block for you.)
221 Spielman Hwy
Taste of Burlington
Local and organic produce, baked goods, cheese, soap, pasta, pasture meat and eggs, plants, cut flowers dairy and so much more. The best of Litchfield County
New Milford Farmers Market
The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens is pleased to welcome an art exhibit featuring works by Terri Tibbatts. The exhibit, “A Still Life” will be on view beginning Friday, November 15.
An opening reception will be held at the park on Saturday, November 16 from 3 to 5 p.m.
The show highlights the artist’s ethereal archival digital photography of seasonal fruits, vegetables and flowers.
“I take my inspiration from many sources,” Tibbatts remarks. “Dutch still life paintings, Japanese screens, scrolls and wood blocks, the sketchbooks of herbalists and naturalists, botanical prints and a multitude of gardens.”
For much of this body of work that will be on display at the park, Tibbatts largely used a horizontal landscape orientation. For some of the backgrounds, she used painted papers she recently made in a class with Suzanne Moore, book artist and calligrapher.
The exhibit will be on view through Sunday, December 1. Check our social media for weekly open hours: @judyblackpark on Instagram and Facebook.
Art Show by Terri Tibbatts
Do you like to make things? How about cutting and folding paper? These traditional “German stars” are made from creatively folding paper! You can make your own paper wreath, or several stars for your holiday decorations.
Limit 10 participants, no fee. Suitable for youth (age 10 and above) and adults of any age.
German Star Wreath/Froebel Star Making
Church of Christ - Parish Hall
5 Old Middle St., Goshen CT 06756
Pie Pre-order at www.goshenchurch.com
Pick-up Date Choices:
Sunday, November 17th from 12:30pm until 3:00pm
Saturday, November 23rd from 9:00am until 11:00am
- Apple
- Apple-Cranberry
- Blueberry-Peach 10" Pies
$17.00 per pie
Holiday Pie Sale
The Gunn Memorial Library is pleased to present "Cover Stories & Cityscapes," an exhibition by Susan Lerner on display from September 28th through November 23rd, 2024. This exhibition showcases a captivating collection of hand-cut collages that blend vintage narratives with contemporary artistry.
"Cover Stories & Cityscapes” weaves together two series of hand cut collages, each rooted in the exploration of materials and the stories they hold. "Cover Stories" transforms forgotten vintage books into striking three-dimensional vignettes by deconstructing their volumes and enriching them with vintage illustrations and found photographs, evoking nostalgia and transporting viewers to another time and place. Inspired by a serendipitous flea market find of early 1900s NYC postcards, “Cityscapes" blends these historical fragments with hand-cut maps and vintage imagery. Each collage is named after places or vernacular associated with New York City.
Susan is a New York City and Washington, CT based contemporary hand-cut collage artist. In her prior profession as a Certified Flavor Chemist, Susan ‘collaged’ chemicals into unique flavors, but now she uses paper as her medium. She loves the collage process, finding joy in the hunt for imagery, meditation in cutting paper and delight in creating nostalgic compositions. Since 2017, she has shown her work in six solo shows in New York City and Northwest Connecticut and over 35 group shows including Norway, Germany and Paris. Her work has been published in numerous periodicals including “Collage Care Transforming Emotions and Life Experiences with Collage” by Laurie Kanyer and its companion book, “Collage Care, the Method”. She is the co-founder of the New York Collage Ensemble which promotes a supportive community of like-minded analog collage artists in NYC.
Gunn Memorial Library Stairwell Gallery Presents: "Cover Stories & Cityscapes" by: Susan Lerner
Known primarily for his cartoons and his novels, Steiner’s paintings and drawings can be comic, surrealist, romantic, and fantastic—hence the title of the exhibition, “All Over the Place.” The artist recently said that he is “unschooled as an artist. The disadvantage in that is that I was never taught how to paint. I taught myself, and some of what I taught myself was wrong. Happily, that is also the advantage. I am disciplined about how I paint, but not about what or when I paint: I do it how and when I want.”
A reception for the artist will take place at the library on Saturday, November 2, from 4PM to 6 PM. In conjunction with the exhibition, Steiner will give an art talk on Thursday, November 21 from 5:30 to 7PM.
Exhibition: Peter Steiner--All Over the Place
The New Milford Library will hold an exhibit of a collection of photographs from New Milford's own Ruth and Skitch Henderson's, Hunt Hill Farm (also known as The Silo). The photos show moments from Skitch's life in the worlds of music and television, along with some folks he worked with.
The exhibit will run from Saturday, November 9th through Thursday, January 2nd, with an opening reception on November 9th at 2pm. All are welcome.
Memories from Hunt Hill Farm
Connections: an exhibit of oil and mixed media by the artists Souby Boski and Karen Simmons.
Souby Boski has been an Art teacher in the Connecticut public schools and Adjunct Professor of Art at Naugatuck Valley Community College. Since 2004, she has been teaching painting and ceramics at area art education venues in CT, NY, MA and Florida. Souby holds a BA in Art Education from Stetson University and a MALS in Art from Wesleyan University. She has studied painting with nationally recognized artists and teachers, like Eric Aho, Ira Barkoff, Lois Dodd and Ruth Miller.
Karen Simmons grew up in France, London and Brussels. Her parents were friends with several contemporary artists, from whom she absorbed a love of all things beautiful into the most humble of daily details. She holds a BA in Art History and Studio Art from Williams College and a Master in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania. Karen has studied painting under Ira Barkoff and Eric Aho, sculpture under Mary Adams and John Reideman.
Karen states: "the "Connections" of this show continue and get personal, especially in my still-lives, which often include familial objects, many from my mother's collection. My still-lives build on each other by including the same objects, also prior still life paintings that become abstracted objects, paintings of my studio "object libraries" and finally, sometimes, abstractions of the still life itself."
Both artists have participated in many exhibitions as well as in group shows all over Litchfield County and beyond.
For over 18 years, Karen and Souby have been connected through painting, classes, teaching, volunteering and friendship. The exhibition is a result of the dialog between these women as they work to explore painting through color and abstraction.
Connections: Souby Boski and Karen Simmons
The Litchfield Farmers Market is one of the few year-round markets in the Connecticut. The weekly Saturday market offers fresh seasonal produce, fruit, berries, herbs, sustainably sourced fish; artisanal cheeses, breads and baked goods, local honey, maple syrup and gifts - all raised, grown or crafted by 15+ local vendors.
The market occasionally hosts live music and supports non-profits from throughout the Litchfield area.
INDOOR MARKET - November through mid-June (intermittent Saturdays through the winter months -- check the website for dates.) Open Saturdays 10am - 1pm at the Litchfield Community Center located at 421 Litchfield Road, Litchfield, CT.
OUTDOOR MARKET - mid- June through October located at Center School, Litchfield.
Litchfield Farmers Market
Saturday Storytime at OWL
November 2, 9, 16, 23 ; From 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. We are closed 11/30.
All ages welcome!
Saturday Storytime is BACK! Come to OWL for an all ages storytime in the children's room every Saturday at 10:30 then stay to play! In addition to our puppet theater, tea set, and wooden blocks, we now have three magnetic trains and wooden train tracks. We also have an ongoing pumpkin-themed Scavenger Hunt with a silly prize. During November our craft table is home to a GIANT Thanksgiving Coloring Poster. And most importantly come in to browse our collection of print books, Nutmeg nominees, and Wonderbooks!
Saturday's at OWL - Stay to Play
September 8, 2024 – January 5, 2025
For the first time, Poskas: Father and Son brings together the artwork of Waterbury natives Peter Poskas II and his son Peter Poskas III. Poskas II is known for painting realist views of Connecticut cities and landscapes, exploring conditions of weather and light on his subjects. Dedicated to realist still lifes before a life-altering accident, Poskas III has recently turned his attention to impressionistic views of the land, animals, and buildings surrounding his Washington, CT farm. A wide-ranging retrospective of late-career Poskas II, and mid-career Poskas III, this exhibition not only speaks to the body of work of both artists, but also tracks how their relationship has changed, grown, and deepened over time through the lens of their artwork.
Exhibition: Poskas: Father & Son
Kenise Barnes Fine Art is pleased to announce an exhibition featuring contemporary landscape paintings and drawings. Immortalized in the 1800s by painters in the Hudson River School, the Hudson River Valley has been a rich source of inspiring forests, mountains, and vistas for artists. Point of view is the position from which something is observed; it is also the voice in which a story is told. The three artists in this show live and work in the region and continue this rich legacy. Their artwork tells the story of unique observation, impression, and interpretation.
Andrea Kantrowitz presents a new series of large-scale ink and brush artworks on Mylar. Hovering on the threshold between drawing and painting, they capture the forest’s intricate forms—twisting branches, layered foliage, vernal pools, and light filtering through the canopy above. Rather than literal representations, these pieces, six and seven feet tall, convey the immersive experience of being “among the trees,” as the poet Mary Oliver once wrote. The fluidity of ink captures both serenity and complexity, drawing viewers into the detailed, dense world of the forest.
Kantrowitz’s art evokes the meditative state of being "lost in the woods," inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, or “forest bathing.” As the images slowly come into focus for the viewer, the experience echoes the process of attuning to the hidden rhythms of the woodland. Her work translates the overwhelming density and richness of the natural world into a visual language that encourages contemplation, asking viewers to connect deeply with the environment and their own sense of presence within it.
Andrea Kantrowitz’s work has been exhibited throughout the world and is in many public and private collections. Her research has been widely published and she is a sought-after educator and speaker. Kantrowitz earned her Ed.D from Columbia University Teachers College, she holds a BA in Art and Cognition from Harvard University and an MFA in Painting from Yale. She is the Director of the Art Education Program at the State University of New York at New Paltz. She has been represented by the gallery since 2005. Kantrowitz lives, hikes, draws, and paints in the Hudson Valley, NY.
David Konigsberg, an inveterate hiker, depends on the natural world for the captured and imagined drama in his paintings. Living in the upper Hudson Valley, which is still rural and agricultural, the artist is surrounded by mountains laced with foot trails; it is an ideal location for a painter whose compositions are a testament to the sweetness of lingering recollections and the introspective journeys they inspire. David Konigsberg’s work bridges the divide between art and real life in paintings that are both objective and conceptual and are a meditation on life and creativity.
David Konigsberg’s paintings focus on the places where nature and humanity meet. Konigsberg’s works bridge the divide between art and real life in semi-narrative paintings that are both objective and conceptual. His work occupies a netherworld of image and memory in his very personal narratives, which are not meant to be deciphered but experienced as emotional possibilities.
Konigsberg’s work has been exhibited throughout the United States and has been featured in the New York Times, Chronogram, Wall Street International, and Brooklyn Journal, as well as numerous art and culture blogs. Konigsberg has been represented by the gallery since 2007. The artist lives and works in Hudson, New York.
The paintings of Thomas Sarrantonio seek to mediate between realms of external perception and internal reflection. They present themselves as meditations on nature and self. Choosing humble, often overlooked subject matter such as a lone tree or the morning fog, he attempts to translate the dynamic processes of nature into the stasis of physical matter on a painted surface. Small oil paintings are produced directly from nature while large paintings are studio productions that utilize memory, experience, imagination and conceptual ideas to negotiate the terrain of contemporary painting. The paintings are offered to the viewer as templates to provoke active participation in the process of seeing and quiet contemplation of the act of consciousness.
Thomas Sarrantonio’s paintings have been exhibited widely and he is the recipient of numerous honors including a Pollock-Krasner Award and a Visiting Artist Residency in Normandy, France. Sarrantonio holds degrees in Biology and English. He studied Painting at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA, where his teachers included Will Barnet and Sidney Goodman. He lives and works in Rosendale, NY.
Please contact Lani Holloway, Associate Director, Lani@kbfa.com, 860 560 3085 with inquires or to arrange a preview of the exhibition.
Point of View
The Gunn Memorial Library is pleased to welcome Washington resident Nouna Kettaneh, author of “A Memoir of Love, Science, and Adventure—My Life with Svante Wold.”
Mrs. Kettaneh will share the remarkable story of her life alongside Svante Wold, a distinguished Swedish scientist who coined the word Chemometrics in 1970 and later founded the Chemometrics Society with Professor B. Kowalski. Though from different countries and cultures, they were united by a shared passion for each other and science, leading to a very rich life both professionally and personally. Together, they founded a company that expanded the field of Chemometrics into a modern one, addressing today’s challenges in the Natural and Life Sciences. Their pioneering software, Simca, has since become the benchmark for Multivariate Analysis and is used by most Pharma companies.
Nouna Kettaneh-Wold has a master’s degree in Physics and Applied Mathematics. She co-founded Umetrics with her late husband, Svante Wold, where she was the head of software development. She was the primary designer of the Design of Experiments software Modde, the Multivariate Analysis (MVA) software Simca, and an automated Batch Model Builder, and she implemented Umetrics’ version of batch modeling. Nouna has consulted for and taught MVA courses at pharmaceutical, semiconductor, cosmetic, and chemical companies. She has published several articles on Partial Least Squares with Mixture Design and Batch Modeling.
Join us to hear Mrs Kettaneh's extraordinary journey of love, science, and discovery.
**Books signing and available for purchase after the program
Registration is required: https://www.gunnlibrary.org/calendar/a-memoir-of-love-science-and-adventure/
Gunn Memorial Library Author Talk on A Memoir of Love Science and Adventure-My Life With Svante Wold, by Nouna Kettaneh
Join us as we welcome Master Wildlife Conservationist Ginny Apple and learn more about Wild Turkeys.This program is made possible by the Friends of the Goshen Public Library. Registration is required (OR encouraged): kindly email us at frontdesk@goshenpublib.org or call at 860-491-3234.
Wild Turkeys
A Tarot & Charms session with Patti may also include Numerology, Chakra Balancing, Reiki and Astrology.
Scorpio Sun, Scorpio Moon, Virgo Rising
Patti is a native New Yorker and spiritual practitioner who has been reading Tarot for more than 20+ years. Patti's strong intuitive skills, coupled with her desire to be of service to others, make her uniquely qualified to help clients gain clarity, perspective, and direction in their lives.
11/23 Tarot & Charm Readings with Patti Kitson
Celebrate the Season at Our Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show!
Gallery 25 In the Historic Train Depot in Downtown New Milford, CT
November 22, 2024 – January 12, 2025
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at our highly anticipated Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show, running from November 22, 2024 to January 12, 2025! Join us for an opening reception on Saturday, November 23, from 4 PM to 6 PM, where you can enjoy light refreshments and wine while exploring a stunning array of unique gifts, beautiful paintings, pottery, glass art, woodworking and handcrafted items perfect for the season.
Again this year, we are thrilled to be part of the Sip and Stroll Tour on Friday, December 6, from 6 PM to 9 PM. Stroll through our festive venue, where you can sip on delightful drinks and savor delectable food while discovering the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones.
But that’s not all! Our annual model train exhibit will return on Friday, December 20, running through December 29. Watch in wonder as trains chug along their tracks, providing a whimsical backdrop to the artistic treasures on display. The enchanting combination of model trains and stunning artwork is sure to delight visitors of all ages.
Join us this holiday season and support local artisans while finding one-of-a-kind gifts that will make your celebrations extra special. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Event Details:
- Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show
- Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 12, 2025
- Opening Reception: Saturday, November 23, 4 PM – 6 PM (Light refreshments served)
- Sip and Stroll Tour: Friday, December 6, 6 PM – 9 PM
- Model Train Exhibit: December 20 – 29
All aboard for a holiday celebration you won’t want to miss!
Gallery 25 in the Historic Train Depot encourages everyone to celebrate the season and support local artists. We look forward to seeing you there!
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio
New Milford Commission on the Arts
11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776
860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com
Open Friday & Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Gallery25 and Creative Arts Studio
Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show!
To the galleries we go! For this intermediate art class, students will be led around the galleries to sketch what they see. Inspired by the art around them, students will begin by practicing quick sketches to warm up and spend the rest of the session working on a close-up study of an art piece of their choice.
This class is specifically designed for children ages 9-15, to enhance their artistic interests and talents. It is for this reason that we kindly ask parents and siblings to wait outside of the classroom for the duration of the program.
Cost
$15.00 per Child Aged 9-15
Sponsored by Taft Red Rhino Fund and American Savings Foundation.
Interested in discounts, free admission, and more? Become a member today!
Intermediate Art Workshop: Sketching in the Galleries
Come have some fun with your friends and make pom poms!
Using pom pom makers, yarn, 'googly eyes' and low-heat glue guns, we will make key chains, zipper pulls for your backpack or jacket, and pom pom-topped pencils!
All materials will be provided.
Requirements: Anyone between the ages of 5-7 must be accompanied by a guardian.
Instructor:
Andrea Dener, aka The Pom Pom Charmer, is a Craft Yarn Council Certified Instructor who loves to make pom poms...and she loves to share her passion for make pom poms with others even more!! She’s been making pom poms since she was about 10 years old and is looking forward to teaching you how to make them, too!
Thanksgiving Pom Pom Workshop
Please join master calligrapher Awrang and master ceramist Malikzada at Five Points from Nov 22 to Dec 3 for a show of their latest works as they celebrate another year of being Thankful for the friends and community who have helped them rebuild their practices as artists.
Alibaba AWRANG and Matin MALIKZADA at FIVE POINTS ANNEX
To the galleries we go! For this art class, join a group as we sketch our way around the galleries. All experience levels are welcome to take part in this practice. We will begin by warming up with quick sketches of art in the galleries, and spend the rest of the session working on a close-up study of an art piece of your choice. All materials will be provided.
Support provided by Linford and Mildred White Charitable Fund.
$15.00 per Adult
$10.00 per Member Adult
Interested in discounts, free admission, and more? Become a member today!
Adult Art Workshop: Sketching in the Galleries
Environmental enthusiasts are invited to one of fall’s most festive events! On Saturday, November 23, the Housatonic Valley Association (HVA) is hosting its annual Auction for the Environment at South Farms in Morris, Connecticut, with an online silent auction to open on November 11. As the only organization dedicated to the entire tri-state Housatonic watershed, HVA is on a mission to restore and protect clean, cold waters and a sweeping woodland corridor from the Berkshires to Long Island Sound. A fabulous selection of live and silent auction items, from grand trips to local experiences, will encourage friendly competition, and participation will profoundly impact the environmental health of the region we call home.
HVA's Auction for the Environment
Gallery 25 & Creative Arts Studio
In the Historic Train Depot
11 Railroad Street,
New Milford, CT
Gallery25CT.com
Celebrate the Season at Our Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show!
November 22, 2024, Friday – January 12, 2025
Join us for an opening reception on Saturday, November 23, from 4 PM to 6 PM, where you can enjoy light refreshments while exploring a stunning array of unique gifts, beautiful painting, pottery, glass art, woodworking and handcrafted items perfect for the season.
This year, we are thrilled to be part of the Sip and Stroll Tour on Friday, December 6, from 6 PM to 9 PM. Stroll through our festive venue, where you can sip on delightful drinks and savor delectable food while discovering the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones. But that’s not all! Our annual Model train exhibit will return on Friday, December 20, running through December 29. Watch in wonder as trains chug along their tracks, providing a whimsical backdrop to the artistic treasures on display. The enchanting combination of model trains and stunning artwork is sure to delight visitors of all ages.
Join us this holiday season and support local artisans while finding one-of-a-kind gifts that will make your celebrations extra special. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Event Details:
· Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show - Dates: Nov 22, 2024 – January 12, 2025.
· Opening Reception: Saturday, Nov 23, 4 PM – 6 PM (Light refreshments served).
· Sip and Stroll Tour: Friday, December 6, 6 PM – 9 PM.
· Model Train Exhibit: December 20 – 29
For more information, please visit Gallery25CT.com or contact us at gallery25newmilfordct@gmail.com All aboard for a holiday celebration you won’t want to miss! Gallery 25 in the Historic Train Depot encourages everyone to celebrate the seas
Gallery G25 Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show
November 15-17 and 22-24
Fridays and Saturdays 6:00-8:00 PM; Sundays 2:00-4:00 PM
“World Classic” is what happens when you take the quintessential American domestic drama away from white suburbia. It explores the identity issues created by assimilation through the eyes of two generations of an immigrant family. Like “The Humans” or “August Osage County” before it, it all takes place during one night, but unlike them, this play focus on those that had to sacrifice their homeland and in the process, compromise their heritage.
Presented in Partnership with The Afro Caribbean Cultural Center Inc
World Classic Play
Women, Wine, & Wheel
Saturday, November 23rd, 6:30-9:30PM
What could be more fun than a bunch of ladies laughing and learning the pottery wheel?
This is a two-day course - you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel, & trim the base during the second visit. Your third visit you can glaze your piece at your leisure once it's out of the kiln. BYOB $129 Each.
(860) 354-4318
https://www.villagecenterarts.org/things-to-do-calendar
Women, Wine, & Wheel
Saturday, November 23rd, Sons of Astro (previously The Deep North) returns to 2nd Home. They are Mike Cobb on guitar, vocals, and harmonica, Rip Westmoreland on guitar, mandolin, and vocals, Ben Herzog on bass and vocals, and Charlie Shaw on drums. They have been here twice, and twice it has been amazing, and we are sure this time will be no different. Come down and enjoy!
For reservations call 860-238-4500 or email us at momanddad@2ndhomelounge.com
See our complete event list - https://2ndhomelounge.com/events/
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2nd Home Lounge
524 Main Street, Winsted
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Sons of Astro at 2nd Home Restaurant/Lounge
Join us for a night of Jazz music you’ll want to dance the night away to!
Dave Wonsey - Drums
Drummer/Percussionist Dave Wonsey is an active Jazz & Rock drum set player, having worked with Jazz artists Eddie Bert, Carmen Leggio, & Ed Hiques, and Rock artists Joe Bouchard (Blue Oyster Cult, & Dennis Dunaway (Alice Cooper Group). He recently retired from The Ridgefield Symphony in CT, where he held the positions of Principal Timpanist & Principal Percussionist for 28 years. Dave also recently retired as a Music Educator, where he taught adjunct also for 28 years at Norwalk College, Wooster School, Kent School,Marymount College, & Fordham University. He is a World Champion Bagpipe band style Snare Drummer, and an accomplished African Djembe player, having studied with Babatunde Olatunji, M’Bemba Bangoura, and Michael Markus.
Phil Forbes – Guitar
Phil Forbes has been a professional guitarist since 1991. With a full teaching roster of private guitar instruction he has taught 1000's of students to play over the years and continues today both in person and online all across the country. Phil has studied with many masters which include Sal Salvador, Ritchie Hart, John Abercrombie, Joe Diorio and Oz Noy to name a few. He plays many styles including Blues, Rock, Jazz, and Country. Phil is also an author of 2 guitar instruction books: Seven String Chord Book and Guitar Concepts for the Beginner. He has also released a CD of original compositions. Today Phil is busy playing and teaching in the local Connecticut area. More info, videos, etc are available at www.philsguitarshop.com
Kevin Callaghan – Bass
Kevin Callaghan is Principal Bassist of the Ridgefield Symphony Orchestra. He has performed at the Blue Note, CBGB’s, The China Club, The Ritz, Birdland West, ACT of Connecticut, and The Westchester Broadway Theater and has appeared with such notables as The Shirelles, Yes, Peter Cetera, Judy Collins and the Irish Tenors. The Kevin Callaghan Quartet performed for over 10 years at the Jazz Lunch Series at Lasdon Park. Kevin was a member of the rock group Mondo Boffo, which produced several records and a video broadcast on MTV. He works with jazz ensembles ranging from duos to big bands and freelances playing shows and classical concerts. Kevin earned his Master’s degree in bass performance from Manhattan School of Music.
Dave Wonsey Jazz Trio
Bob Marley lives in Maine and is featured regularly on Sirius XM radio. He even won their Superbowl of Comedy! He has put out over 20 comedy CDs and DVDs. He was inducted into The Guinness Book of World Records for “the longest stand-up comedy show by an individual” at 40 hours of straight stand-up!
He’s been on over 100 TV shows including Jay Leno, David Letterman, Conan, Jimmy Fallon, Craig Ferguson, and Comedy Central, to name just a few.
He co-starred in “Boondock Saints” I and II, “All Saints Day” playing Detective Greenly.
He has toured the U.S., Europe, Canada, Kuwait, and Iraq.
Comedian Bob Marley
It’s 1979, and New York’s hottest A-listers are lining up for the opening of a floating casino discotheque. What begins as a night of boogie fever quickly changes to panic as the ship succumbs to multiple disasters, such as earthquakes, tidal waves and infernos. As the night turns into day, everyone struggles to survive and, quite possibly, repair the love that they’ve lost… or at least escape the killer rats. This hysterical musical comedy will have you laughing (and singing) from start to finish!
Goshen Players Presents - Disaster The Musical
Global artists have shared their creative expressions about "solitude" - moments of reflection, relaxation, privacy, restoration. See their images, films, music and poetry online at Personaland.
Personaland is an artist-driven global village transforming the world of art by using technology to bridge time zones and cultural boundaries. Our mission is to promote humanity, creativity, and community through a mix of entertainment, enchantment, and imagination.
Since its 2018 launch, Personaland, in its global reach, has showcased over 750 visual artists, filmmakers, musicians, and poets from 66 countries in 29 group art shows and 55 individual exhibitions, many with videos of artist profiles.
Solitude art show
Full Spectrum Open Juried Show -Submit online now through Jan 10, 2025
Gallery 25 Announces “Full Spectrum”
Open Call For Artists
GREAT WAY TO SHARE YOUR TALENT WITH YOUR COMMUNITY!
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio is issuing an Open Call for artists who wish to take part in “Full Spectrum”, an open juried art show that will run from January 17 to February 2, 2025 at Gallery 25 in the historic train depot. Artists are invited to prepare up to 4 images. All media will be accepted except photography and AI generated work.
Entry fee is $20 per artwork piece submitted and each artist must have a W-9 form. Visit Gallery25CT.com and enter your submissions. Artwork delivery date is Sunday, January 12. All work must be for sale. For the full prospectus and details, visit, Gallery25CT.com.
Terry Tougas, G25 Director, says, “Our annual open juried is always an exciting event. We receive artworks in varied genres and it’s exhilarating to walk through the gallery and enjoy them”.
The public is invited to attend the reception for “Full Spectrum” on January 18 (snow date: January 19) from 2-4pm and awards will be announced at 3:30pm. Wine and light refreshments will be served along with stunning artworks.
Artists with any questions about the submission process can email Gallery25newmilfordct@gmail.com.
New Milford is an exciting destination, offering many enjoyable activities, among them well-reviewed restaurants, pubs and unique shops, as well as an Art Deco movie theater, an innovative playhouse, Theaterworks, and a historical New England green. Plan a fun and relaxing weekend in our fine town!
G25 is a unique art gallery housed in an historic train depot. We have 24 members who exhibit work of all genres. G25 is open Friday and Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4.
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio
New Milford Commission on the Arts
11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776
860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com
Open Friday & Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4
G25 wishes to thank the town of New Milford and the New Milford Commission on the Arts for their continued generous support.
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Gallery25 and Creative Arts Studio.
CALL FOR ARTISTS - Open Juried Art Show!
We’ve been selected by the Big Y Community Bag Program!
During the month of November, we receive $1 for every reusable Community Bag purchased at Big Y!
Dear VCA Supporters,
We are so excited to share that, for the entire month of November, VCA has been selected by store leadership to benefit from Big Y’s Community Bag Program, which makes it easy for shoppers to contribute to their local communities.
Whenever a $2.50 reusable Community Bag is purchased at the Big Y located at 1 Kent Rd, New Milford, CT in November, $1 will be donated to Village Center for the Arts. This is a great way to broaden awareness and help our cause.
Let’s get started!
Share the news with friends and family. Call, send emails, and post on social media. The more people who purchase the Community Bag in November, the larger the donation we will receive!
To learn more about this program, please visit bigy.2givelocal.com.
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Big Y Community Bag Program
All November, get Your Taste of Burlington Card, FOR FREE, at the town hall, public library, or participating businesses. Receive at least 7 stamps from the participating businesses to be eligible for a prize drawing. Winning cards will be drawn and prizes awarded at the Burlington Carol Sing on December 4, 2024. The B. Hive will not be open until 2025. Ask any of the participating vendors to stamp the B. Hive block in addition to their own for you.
Charming Thai Restaurant
Special - Chu Chee Duck or Salmon with string bean and bell pepper in coconut curry sauce $23.95
232 Spielman Hwy
https://www.charming-thai.com/
Sabrina's Restaurant
Special - Veal Ala Mary with Mustard Sauce $23.80
258 Spielman Hwy
https://www.sabrinasrestaurantct.com/
China Garden
Specials - Golden Finger $9.45, Boneless Spare Ribs $9.95, Fried Chicken Wings $9.45, Teriyaki Beef $9.95, Fried Shrimp $9.45 - All served with Pork Fried Rice
262 Spielman Hwy
Burlington Spirit Shoppe
Special - Mionetto Prosecco $13.49 per bottle
276 Spielman Hwy
I Know A Guy Deli
Specials - Two Chile Cheese Dogs $10.00, free coffee with breakfast meal
280 Spielman Hwy
https://www.iknowaguyfoodsllc.com/
Sorrento's Pizza
Special - Chicken Tikka & Tandoori Pizza -
small $13.99, medium $19.99, large $23.99
292 Spielman Hwy
https://www.sorrentospizzamenu.com/
Enclave Grille
Special - Pretzel Burger - Two Smash Patties, Beer cheese, Bacon, Pickles, Spicy Mustard $18.00
292 Spielman Hwy
Greenhouse Tavern
Special - Chicken & Sausage Ala Vodka $27.99
House Vodka Sauce tossed with Italian Sausage, Chicken, Sauteed Spinach, Roasted Red Peppers over Rigatoni
511 Spielman Hwy
https://www.greenhousecafeandtavern.com/
Hogan's Cider Mill
Special - Hot Mulled Cider 12oz for $7.00
522 Spielman Hwy
Tonn's Marketplace
Special - Nov. 1 - 18 - 10% off a purchase of $50 or more with presence of Taste of Burlington Card at time of purchase.
Not to be combined with any other offers, coupons, or discounts.
Cannot be used on Event tickets, Pre-Orders, Harvest Baskets, or Harvest/Gift Card Purchases.
418 Milford St
Lamothe's Sugar House
Special - 5% off a pint of maple syrup and pancake mix purchased together
89 Stone Rd
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Little Laurel's Cookie Co.
Special - 36 L'IL EVAS miniature chocolate chip cookies $24
427 George Washington Tpk
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B. Hive - (Opening in 2025 - Ask any participating business to stamp this block for you.)
221 Spielman Hwy
Taste of Burlington
The Judy Black Memorial Park and Gardens is pleased to welcome an art exhibit featuring works by Terri Tibbatts. The exhibit, “A Still Life” will be on view beginning Friday, November 15.
An opening reception will be held at the park on Saturday, November 16 from 3 to 5 p.m.
The show highlights the artist’s ethereal archival digital photography of seasonal fruits, vegetables and flowers.
“I take my inspiration from many sources,” Tibbatts remarks. “Dutch still life paintings, Japanese screens, scrolls and wood blocks, the sketchbooks of herbalists and naturalists, botanical prints and a multitude of gardens.”
For much of this body of work that will be on display at the park, Tibbatts largely used a horizontal landscape orientation. For some of the backgrounds, she used painted papers she recently made in a class with Suzanne Moore, book artist and calligrapher.
The exhibit will be on view through Sunday, December 1. Check our social media for weekly open hours: @judyblackpark on Instagram and Facebook.
Art Show by Terri Tibbatts
The New Milford Public Library is holding an exhibit of photos from New Milford's own, Ruth and Skitch Henderson's Hunt Hill Farm (also known as The Silo). The photos capture some memories of Skitch's life and experiences in the worlds of music and television, along with some of the folks he knew and worked with.
The exhibit will run from Saturday, November 9th through Thursday, January 2nd, with an opening reception held on November 9th at 2pm. All are welcome.
Memories from Hunt Hill Farm
Celebrate the Season at Our Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show!
Gallery 25 In the Historic Train Depot in Downtown New Milford, CT
November 22, 2024 – January 12, 2025
Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit at our highly anticipated Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show, running from November 22, 2024 to January 12, 2025! Join us for an opening reception on Saturday, November 23, from 4 PM to 6 PM, where you can enjoy light refreshments and wine while exploring a stunning array of unique gifts, beautiful paintings, pottery, glass art, woodworking and handcrafted items perfect for the season.
Again this year, we are thrilled to be part of the Sip and Stroll Tour on Friday, December 6, from 6 PM to 9 PM. Stroll through our festive venue, where you can sip on delightful drinks and savor delectable food while discovering the perfect holiday gifts for your loved ones.
But that’s not all! Our annual model train exhibit will return on Friday, December 20, running through December 29. Watch in wonder as trains chug along their tracks, providing a whimsical backdrop to the artistic treasures on display. The enchanting combination of model trains and stunning artwork is sure to delight visitors of all ages.
Join us this holiday season and support local artisans while finding one-of-a-kind gifts that will make your celebrations extra special. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Event Details:
- Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show
- Dates: November 22, 2024 – January 12, 2025
- Opening Reception: Saturday, November 23, 4 PM – 6 PM (Light refreshments served)
- Sip and Stroll Tour: Friday, December 6, 6 PM – 9 PM
- Model Train Exhibit: December 20 – 29
All aboard for a holiday celebration you won’t want to miss!
Gallery 25 in the Historic Train Depot encourages everyone to celebrate the season and support local artists. We look forward to seeing you there!
Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio
New Milford Commission on the Arts
11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776
860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com
Open Friday & Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4
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Holiday Art & Fine Craft Show!
The Holiday Makers Shoppes at Whiting Mills are OPEN for Christmas shopping on Sunday, November 24, from 11am to 4pm. Stroll the Historic Whiting Mill building decorated in Christmas Cheer. Support local artists while shopping for those on your gift giving list. You will find 20 resident artists, makers, and specialty shops open featuring unique handmade, high-quality items: silver jewelry, watercolor painting, encaustic painting, calligraphy Santa letter, collage fine art, vintage books, table decor quilting arts, spices & teas, woven basketry arts, stained glass, candles & lotions, fused glass items, vintage furnishings, reupholster studio, Gnomecrafts table top gaming store, RR model hobby shop, the Morsel Munk store and more.
Admission and Parking are FREE.
The Holiday Makers Shoppes at Whiting Mills will be open EVERY Sunday from November 17 to December 15, 2024, from 11am to 4pm.
The Holiday Makers Shoppes at Whiting Mills
History Gallery
June 23, 2024 – January 19, 2025
Ted Williams: The Splendid Splinter in Waterbury explores the remarkable life and impact of Baseball Hall of Famer Ted Williams. Presented through the Frederic "Flyhawk" Koch collection of Williams' art and memorabilia, generously donated in honor of his father, the exhibition encapsulates the legendary player's career and enduring legacy.
Exhibition: Ted Williams: The Splendid Splinter in Waterbury
August 25, 2024 – January 12, 2025
Federico Uribe pairs form and unexpected materials to create imaginative and captivating sculptural assemblages. Highlighting his treatment of animals and the landscapes they inhabit, Federico Uribe: Menagerie offers a playful yet substantive perspective on the natural world. With a wry sense of humor, objects like Bambi made from bullets and Screwed Panda invite questions about the extractive relationship humans have established with animals and the land we all call home.
Exhibition: Federico Uribe: Menagerie
August 15, 2024 – August 17, 2025
Celebrating the year-long loan of three Georgia O’Keeffe paintings, this exhibition unites the Mattatuck Museum’s collection with O’Keeffe’s life and work through common themes.
These unique spotlight exhibitions celebrate the year-long loan of three Georgia O’Keeffe paintings and will unite the Mattatuck Museum’s collection with O’Keeffe’s life and work through common themes, creating a unique dialogue between her work and other celebrated artists. Each unique pairing will be curated and narrated by a different member of the Museum’s curatorial department and offer a distinctive perspective on the Mattatuck Collection in relation to the works and story of Georgia O’Keeffe.
Exhibitions: O’Keeffe In Conversation
September 8, 2024 – January 5, 2025
For the first time, Poskas: Father and Son brings together the artwork of Waterbury natives Peter Poskas II and his son Peter Poskas III. Poskas II is known for painting realist views of Connecticut cities and landscapes, exploring conditions of weather and light on his subjects. Dedicated to realist still lifes before a life-altering accident, Poskas III has recently turned his attention to impressionistic views of the land, animals, and buildings surrounding his Washington, CT farm. A wide-ranging retrospective of late-career Poskas II, and mid-career Poskas III, this exhibition not only speaks to the body of work of both artists, but also tracks how their relationship has changed, grown, and deepened over time through the lens of their artwork.
Exhibition: Poskas: Father & Son
Kenise Barnes Fine Art is pleased to announce an exhibition featuring contemporary landscape paintings and drawings. Immortalized in the 1800s by painters in the Hudson River School, the Hudson River Valley has been a rich source of inspiring forests, mountains, and vistas for artists. Point of view is the position from which something is observed; it is also the voice in which a story is told. The three artists in this show live and work in the region and continue this rich legacy. Their artwork tells the story of unique observation, impression, and interpretation.
Andrea Kantrowitz presents a new series of large-scale ink and brush artworks on Mylar. Hovering on the threshold between drawing and painting, they capture the forest’s intricate forms—twisting branches, layered foliage, vernal pools, and light filtering through the canopy above. Rather than literal representations, these pieces, six and seven feet tall, convey the immersive experience of being “among the trees,” as the poet Mary Oliver once wrote. The fluidity of ink captures both serenity and complexity, drawing viewers into the detailed, dense world of the forest.
Kantrowitz’s art evokes the meditative state of being "lost in the woods," inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku, or “forest bathing.” As the images slowly come into focus for the viewer, the experience echoes the process of attuning to the hidden rhythms of the woodland. Her work translates the overwhelming density and richness of the natural world into a visual language that encourages contemplation, asking viewers to connect deeply with the environment and their own sense of presence within it.
Andrea Kantrowitz’s work has been exhibited throughout the world and is in many public and private collections. Her research has been widely published and she is a sought-after educator and speaker. Kantrowitz earned her Ed.D from Columbia University Teachers College, she holds a BA in Art and Cognition from Harvard University and an MFA in Painting from Yale. She is the Director of the Art Education Program at the State University of New York at New Paltz. She has been represented by the gallery since 2005. Kantrowitz lives, hikes, draws, and paints in the Hudson Valley, NY.
David Konigsberg, an inveterate hiker, depends on the natural world for the captured and imagined drama in his paintings. Living in the upper Hudson Valley, which is still rural and agricultural, the artist is surrounded by mountains laced with foot trails; it is an ideal location for a painter whose compositions are a testament to the sweetness of lingering recollections and the introspective journeys they inspire. David Konigsberg’s work bridges the divide between art and real life in paintings that are both objective and conceptual and are a meditation on life and creativity.
David Konigsberg’s paintings focus on the places where nature and humanity meet. Konigsberg’s works bridge the divide between art and real life in semi-narrative paintings that are both objective and conceptual. His work occupies a netherworld of image and memory in his very personal narratives, which are not meant to be deciphered but experienced as emotional possibilities.
Konigsberg’s work has been exhibited throughout the United States and has been featured in the New York Times, Chronogram, Wall Street International, and Brooklyn Journal, as well as numerous art and culture blogs. Konigsberg has been represented by the gallery since 2007. The artist lives and works in Hudson, New York.
The paintings of Thomas Sarrantonio seek to mediate between realms of external perception and internal reflection. They present themselves as meditations on nature and self. Choosing humble, often overlooked subject matter such as a lone tree or the morning fog, he attempts to translate the dynamic processes of nature into the stasis of physical matter on a painted surface. Small oil paintings are produced directly from nature while large paintings are studio productions that utilize memory, experience, imagination and conceptual ideas to negotiate the terrain of contemporary painting. The paintings are offered to the viewer as templates to provoke active participation in the process of seeing and quiet contemplation of the act of consciousness.
Thomas Sarrantonio’s paintings have been exhibited widely and he is the recipient of numerous honors including a Pollock-Krasner Award and a Visiting Artist Residency in Normandy, France. Sarrantonio holds degrees in Biology and English. He studied Painting at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, Philadelphia, PA, where his teachers included Will Barnet and Sidney Goodman. He lives and works in Rosendale, NY.
Please contact Lani Holloway, Associate Director, Lani@kbfa.com, 860 560 3085 with inquires or to arrange a preview of the exhibition.
Point of View
Burlington, CT Lions Club TURKEY SHOOT!
November 10th, 17th, and 24th, 2024, noon to 3:00pm
Foote Road Recreation Area
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Lions Club TURKEY SHOOT!
November 15-17 and 22-24
Fridays and Saturdays 6:00-8:00 PM; Sundays 2:00-4:00 PM
“World Classic” is what happens when you take the quintessential American domestic drama away from white suburbia. It explores the identity issues created by assimilation through the eyes of two generations of an immigrant family. Like “The Humans” or “August Osage County” before it, it all takes place during one night, but unlike them, this play focus on those that had to sacrifice their homeland and in the process, compromise their heritage.
Presented in Partnership with The Afro Caribbean Cultural Center Inc
