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
Come celebrate with us the Inaugural Concert of "Milton Music" - a new music series in Litchfield’s historic Milton Congregational Church AND its new 1898 Steinway Grand Piano. The concert stars Father and Son duo, Blair, piano and Conor, violin in a program of classical, jazz, and American popular standards.
A reception follows the concert and all are welcome.
All tickets are complimentary but Free Will Donations are welcome to help fund the series.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to enjoy wonderful music and company! Please respond early as the Church cannot accommodate more than 100 guests.
LITCHFIELD PERFORMING ARTS & MILTON CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Present "Giving Thanks"
Try something different on Sundays....
Join Ed Trueheart every Sunday from 6-7PM for an hour of fun with Salsa music and friends or make it a date night at Salt 2.0!
Lessons are free and Ed makes it a fun evening!
Happy hour specials run all day on Sundays - so come on down, have a few drinks and snacks and try some Lating dancing!
Salsa Dancing Sundays - Lessons at Salt 2.0!
Swan Lake, the ballet of all ballets, will be performed one night only by the World Ballet Company. See the iconic Dance of the Little Swans, count the 32 fouettés performed by the Odile and immerse yourself in magical Tchaikovsky’s music.
The production will feature richly detailed, hand-painted sets and over 150 radiant costumes that bring fresh representation to this timeless classic.
The World Ballet Company presents the most beloved and iconic ballets of our time in cities nationwide. Driven by the belief that ballet is for everyone, performances appeal to newcomers and seasoned ballet goers alike. The company attracts many international artists and comprises renowned professional dancers representing over ten countries.
To date, World Ballet Company has traveled to more than 280 cities, reaching an audience of more than 250,000, many of whom are first-time attendees to a ballet.
The World Ballet Company Presents Swan Lake
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
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
Tikes will have a great time playing with friends in a safe environment designed to promote social, physical, intellectual and creative growth. During this 2 hour class, the children will sing, paint, listen to stories and have gym time, all while learning to respect and share with others, as well as follow directions.
Requirements:
All "Tikes" MUST be potty trained
Please Bring: A peanut free snack and drink
Please Wear: Sneakers and clothes you don't mind getting paint on
Coordinator:
Michele Gasiewski
Class 1, Ages 3-4, 9:30AM-11:30AM
For Tikes Only with Ms. Michele
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
Live on Zoom:
Monday Scholars combines the best of online learning and engaging discussion!
Join us for the full 9-weeks or drop in to explore your favorite topics. Each week, we will watch two lectures together and then engage in lively conversation afterwards. The conversation will be facilitated by OWL's Caroline Ugurlu.
From its inception, the United States has been a maritime nation. Ever since the first use of sea power during the American Revolution, the growth, the trajectory, and the international standing of the United States has been deeply tied to its maritime role and its naval forces.
The story of the United States Navy offers essential perspectives on how the United States came to be, the unfolding of its history, the experiment of American democracy, and the nation’s transformation into a global superpower. Beyond all of this, the history of the US Navy is a spellbinding and deeply poignant human story—a chronicle of extraordinary commitment, ingenuity, valor, sacrifice, and patriotism, spanning the 250 years of its existence.
Your guide is Professor Craig L. Symonds of the US Naval Academy, a celebrated maritime historian who brings to the table astonishingly detailed and far-reaching knowledge of US naval history, coupled with a flair for engrossing storytelling.
11/18: British Origins & American Revolution
11/25: Early Navalists & War of 1812
12/09: Pirates of the Caribbean & Navy Expeditions
12/16: Civil War
12/23: Civil War continued & Spanish American War
12/30: Battleship Age, WW1, and WWII
01/06: WWII continued
01/13: WWII continued
01/20: Birth of NATO, Cold War & the Korean War
More about the Professor: Craig L. Symonds is a Professor Emeritus of History at the US Naval Academy and a former Ernest J. King Distinguished Professor of Maritime History at the US Naval War College. He earned a PhD in History from the University of Florida and is the author or editor of more than two dozen books. His book Decision at Sea: Five Naval Battles That Shaped American History won the Theodore and Franklin D. Roosevelt Prize in Naval History. He also wrote Lincoln and His Admirals: Abraham Lincoln, the U.S. Navy, and the Civil War, which won several awards.
Monday Scholars: The History of the U.S. Navy
A book group exploring the intersection of literature and spirituality.
Our book for this month will be Nikki Erlick's, The Measure, a story of love and hope as interweaving characters display: how all moments, big and small, can measure a life.
Free to the public. Registration is not required, but is requested. Please email Anne at acameron@hotchkisslibrary.org to register.
Reading with Deeper Eyes Book Group: The Measure
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
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
Children and parents learn to play, sing, create and laugh together while romping to music, exploring our indoor play land, and meeting new friends. This program helps children develop sensory awareness and build motor skills. If needed, siblings are welcome to attend, but for safety reasons, they are not permitted on any of the equipment.
Requirements:
Guardians must be present
Coordinator:
Michele Gasiewski
Tuesdays 10/29-12/10
Ages 1-2, 9:15AM-10:00AM
Ages 2-3, 10:15AM-11:00AM
Wednesdays 10/20-12/11
Ages 1-2, 9:14AM-10:00AM
Ages 2-3, 10:15-11:00AM
Tumblin' Tikes with Ms. Michele
Senior Clay Hand-building
2 separate classes.
Class 1) Starting Tuesday, October 8th, 10:00AM-12:00PM
Class 2) Starting Wednesday, October 9th, 10:00AM-12:00PM
Both are 8 week sessions.
We can take up to 10 students in each class.
This is for Seniors 60+
Skillfully taught by Claire, you will learn the art of making various
creations, with step-by-step instructions.
Whether you have worked with clay before, or you want to try something new. All levels are welcome, this class is beginner friendly.
Located at 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT.
Registration form and payment secure your spot.
Call with any questions (860) 354-4318.
Senior Clay Hand-building
The Morris Public Library offers Story and Music Time for participants ages 9 mo. - 5 y.o every Tuesday at 10 am. Please call to ask if a spot is available: 860-567-7440. Sing songs, read a story, do a craft!
Story and Music Time
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
All ages are welcome to the David M. Hunt Library in Falls Village on Tuesdays at 10:30 am for story time. We'll read a variety of fun, engaging books, share a snack and make a craft.
Story Time
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
Community members are invited to stop by the library between 11 am and noon each Tuesday for a cup of coffee and a chat with their neighbors.
Coffee and Conversation
Come in and create with us on Tuesday evenings
Choose from the wide variety of projects we have available.
* Paint your own Pottery
* Fused Glass
* Canvas Painting
* Wooden decorations
* Stoneware
* Mosaics
Occasionally we will offer special programs and projects featuring specific techniques, in addition to open studio.
Please RSVP so that we know you are coming.
If no artists are in the studio at 6 pm we will close up early.
Tuesday Night Open Studio
The Popular Book Club will take place at the Morris Public Library on Tuesday, November 26, at 6:30 PM. The group will discuss "Horse" by Geraldine Brooks.
Kentucky, 1850. An enslaved groom named Jarret and a bay foal forge a bond of understanding that will carry the horse to record-setting victories across the South. When the nation erupts in civil war, an itinerant young artist who has made his name on paintings of the racehorse takes up arms for the Union. On a perilous night, he reunites with the stallion and his groom, very far from the glamor of any racetrack.
New York City, 1954. Martha Jackson, a gallery owner celebrated for taking risks on edgy contemporary painters, becomes obsessed with a nineteenth-century equestrian oil painting of mysterious provenance.
Washington, DC, 2019. Jess, a Smithsonian scientist from Australia, and Theo, a Nigerian-American art historian, find themselves unexpectedly connected through their shared interest in the horse—one studying the stallion’s bones for clues to his power and endurance, the other uncovering the lost history of the unsung Black horsemen who were critical to his racing success.
Based on the remarkable true story of the record-breaking thoroughbred Lexington, Horse is a novel of art and science, love and obsession, and our unfinished reckoning with racism.
E-book is available via Libby app.
New registrations and book requests: 860-567-7440 or https://morrispubliclibrary.net/library-calendar-event.../
Popular Book Club
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
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
Children and parents learn to play, sing, create and laugh together while romping to music, exploring our indoor play land, and meeting new friends. This program helps children develop sensory awareness and build motor skills. If needed, siblings are welcome to attend, but for safety reasons, they are not permitted on any of the equipment.
Requirements:
Guardians must be present
Coordinator:
Michele Gasiewski
Tuesdays 10/29-12/10
Ages 1-2, 9:15AM-10:00AM
Ages 2-3, 10:15AM-11:00AM
Wednesdays 10/20-12/11
Ages 1-2, 9:14AM-10:00AM
Ages 2-3, 10:15-11:00AM
Tumblin' Tikes with Ms. Michele
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 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
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
Wednesdays from 11 am - 4 pm Create Escape Studio will be open for walk in artists to come in and be creative.
Select from:
- Paint your own Pottery
- Fused Glass Canvas
- Painting Wooden decorations
- Canvas Painting
- Fused Glass
- Mosaics
- Hand Building with Clay
- Stoneware glazing
Occasionally we will offer special programs and projects featuring specific techniques, in addition to open studio.
Please RSVP so that we know you are coming. Your $15 reservation fee will be applied to the cost of your project for the day.
If no artists are in the studio at 2 pm we may close up early.
Wednesday Open Studio - Days
Every Wednesday | 2:30-4 PM
Teens can hang out with friends at the Mattatuck Museum, try a relaxing craft, get creative with graphic design, or chill on a beanbag! All teens aged 13-18 are welcome, with supplies and snacks provided. $5 Per Person. FREE for Waterbury Public School, Charter School, and Magnet School students. Support provided by United Way of Greater Waterbury and Elisha Leavenworth Foundation.
Teen Time
Are you ready to be part of something truly beautiful and unifying?! Every week, synagogues around the world come together to study the same weekly Torah portion. Let's unite in our love for Torah and join this incredible global community.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect in spirit with the world and with friends from all over Northwest CT and deepen your understanding of our shared heritage.
Join us every Wednesday at 8:00 PM for an unforgettable journey into the teachings of the Torah. From the comfort of your own home, you'll discover how to love to the greatest of heights and live a life filled with purpose and meaning. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn and grow with us! Tune in via zoom at chabadnw.org/live or on facebook live at fb.com/chabadNW. See you there!
Parsha In My Life
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
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 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
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
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!
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
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
Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop
Step into the enchanting world of gingerbread creations with Chef, baker, and naturopathic doctor Nijolle Potts as she takes the helm of The Silo Cooking School's cherished gingerbread house decorating workshop. For the second year running, Nijolle continues the beloved tradition initiated by Ruth Henderson in 1972. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, where the air is filled with the delightful aroma of freshly baked gingerbread. Join us for this magical experience and craft your own edible masterpiece, celebrating decades of holiday joy and creativity.
Step into a winter wonderland at The Silo Cooking School's gingerbread house decorating workshop tradition, where creativity and holiday cheer blend seamlessly. Participants will delight in an abundant array of colorful candies, fluffy marshmallows, and freshly baked gingerbread houses, all set against the backdrop of a festive and aromatic setting. This magical experience invites you to unleash your imagination, crafting your own sweet masterpiece with all the delicious trimmings. Join us in the spirit of the season, where each creation brings smiles and the joy of edible art comes to life in a warm, community atmosphere.
Hands-On Participation.
Only 16 spots available per class.
Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop
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
Annual holiday event at our historic, 1843 railroad hotel.
Looking for that special present? Visit the holiday shop at the Merwinsville Hotel for a huge assortment of fine arts and crafts for sale including jewelry, pottery, felted figures, ornaments, woven and knitted items, and so much more. All are created by local artisans and will be available for purchase.
Cut trees, wreaths, and holiday decorations from Meadowbrook Gardens in New Milford.
An amazing room-size display of a Dickens Village collection surrounded by a speeding model train. Enjoy the Mr. Christmas World's Fair Amusement Park miniatures and an enormous collection of nutcrackers in all shapes and sizes.
Holiday Shoppe at the Merwinsville Hotel Restoration
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
Please celebrate with us Lori Barker and her exhibit SPIRIT of NATURE through the Holiday Season .
Open Th-Su 11-5
at the Souterrain Gallery of The Wish House
www.souterraingallery.net
Lori Barker’s work is an imitation of her life – an ongoing collage, deep with excitement and spiritual mysteries. Exploring new techniques in photography and printmaking and materials that breathe a fresh, experimental air into her work, has resulted in works that feel both delicate and expansive. Spirits of Nature showcases a series of bold and ethereal pieces which holds the presence of nature.
Spirit of Nature Exhibit
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!
Earn Sweet Rewards with Grassroots Bingo this holiday season! This winter, we’re challenging our wonderful customers to a round of bingo--ice cream bingo, that is! Each time you visit, you can cross another box off your Flavor Bingo Board by trying a different flavor of ice cream. Taste your way toward fun rewards! Whoever said you couldn’t get your ice cream AND eat it, too?
Holiday Bingo at Grassroots Ice Cream
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
Please join us Friday November 29. for the Opening Reception of Lori Barker
SPIRITS of NATURE
3-6 pm
Lori Barker’s work is an imitation of her life – an ongoing collage, deep with excitement and spiritual mysteries. Exploring new techniques in photography and printmaking and materials that breathe a fresh, experimental air into her work, has resulted in works that feel both delicate and expansive. Spirits of Nature showcases a series of bold and ethereal pieces which holds the presence of nature.
Spirits of Nature Artist Reception for Lori Barker
Bring the whole family and join us at the park the day after Thanksgiving for a movie on Friday, November 29 at 4 pm!
We'll be screening the 2003 Pixar classic, "Finding Nemo," sponsored by National Iron Bank.
This event is free and open to the public.
This is not a drop-off event; caregivers must remain on site with their children at all times.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Family Movie
BANTAM FIRE COMPANY CHRISTMAS TREE SALE
This is our 30th year of selling Christmas trees as a fundraiser for Bantam Fire Company, a volunteer fire company.
This year (2024) the sale will be held the night of November 29th from 4-7 pm.
Day sales are November 30th and December 1st from 8:00am- 5:00 pm.
Trees are a selection of fresh N.Y. State trees: all trees are #1 grade, 6-7’ tall.
· Balsam Firs- a classic tree known for its Christmas aroma and long -lasting needle retention
· Fraser Fir- another classic Christmas tree
· Korean Fir- a new variety with a full shape and bluish- green needles
· Concolor Fir- very popular for its coloring, full shape and sweet citrusy scent
· Turkish Fir- another new variety with deep green needles and layered appearance. The most popular European tree.
The sale is held behind the Bantam Firehouse, 92 Doyle Rd., Bantam.
This years’ price is the same as last year- all trees are $75.00.
Our Fire Company volunteers will cheerfully assist in the selection of the trees .
Complimentary local delivery is available to make your tree purchase even better.
Bantam Fire's 30th Annual Christmas Tree Sale
Friday November 29, 2024 from 5:00pm - 8:00pm
&
Saturday, November 30, 2024 from 10:00am - 4:00pm
Craft Demos on Friday
Holiday Crafts at the Museum
Friday, November 29th, Mike Parrott will kick off 2nd Home's 3rd Anniversary weekend! This is certain to be a great night as we celebrate three years off great music, food, drinks, and FUN! 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
Join our mailing list - https://2ndhomelounge.com/email-sign-up/
Mike Parrott at 2nd Home Restaurant/Lounge
Each month, the Happy Hour Piano Series offers an eclectic mix of musical genres, showcasing the region’s wealth of talented pianists. Held on the fourth Fridays, from 5 to 7 pm, the piano series extends AMP’s exhibit hours. Admission is $6. A cash/credit bar offers wine, craft and domestic beer, and assorted beverages.
The piano series is supported in part by the Greenberg family.
Warren Byrd, born in Hartford, CT, is an Afro-American pianist, composer, vocalist, and percussionist. He has an international touring career, performing with his own groups and with such greats as Archie Shepp, Eddie Henderson, Frank Lacy, Saskia Laroo, Jay Hoggard, Jimmy Green, and Hans Dulfer.
Warren’s Connecticut performances include the Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz, Club 880, City's Edge, Hot Peas & Butter, the Monday Night Jazz Series at Black Eyed Sally’s, the Hartford Jazz Society’s Fall Concert Series, the Baby Grand Jazz Series at the Hartford Public Library, and the Wadsworth Atheneum’s All That Jazz Black Tie Gala.
Warren was also a top-25 pick in the Thelonious Monk International Piano Competition. His recordings include the jazz album Truth Raised Twice, Jazz in the Wilde (a compilation CD by radio station WWUH), and numerous albums with Saskia Laroo.
Happy Hour Piano Series - Warren Byrd
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
BANTAM FIRE COMPANY CHRISTMAS TREE SALE
This is our 30th year of selling Christmas trees as a fundraiser for Bantam Fire Company, a volunteer fire company.
This year (2024) the sale will be held the night of November 29th from 4-7 pm.
Day sales are November 30th and December 1st from 8:00am- 5:00 pm.
Trees are a selection of fresh N.Y. State trees: all trees are #1 grade, 6-7’ tall.
· Balsam Firs- a classic tree known for its Christmas aroma and long -lasting needle retention
· Fraser Fir- another classic Christmas tree
· Korean Fir- a new variety with a full shape and bluish- green needles
· Concolor Fir- very popular for its coloring, full shape and sweet citrusy scent
· Turkish Fir- another new variety with deep green needles and layered appearance. The most popular European tree.
The sale is held behind the Bantam Firehouse, 92 Doyle Rd., Bantam.
This years’ price is the same as last year- all trees are $75.00.
Our Fire Company volunteers will cheerfully assist in the selection of the trees .
Complimentary local delivery is available to make your tree purchase even better.
Bantam Fire's 30th Annual Christmas Tree Sale
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
Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop
Step into the enchanting world of gingerbread creations with Chef, baker, and naturopathic doctor Nijolle Potts as she takes the helm of The Silo Cooking School's cherished gingerbread house decorating workshop. For the second year running, Nijolle continues the beloved tradition initiated by Ruth Henderson in 1972. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere, where the air is filled with the delightful aroma of freshly baked gingerbread. Join us for this magical experience and craft your own edible masterpiece, celebrating decades of holiday joy and creativity.
Step into a winter wonderland at The Silo Cooking School's gingerbread house decorating workshop tradition, where creativity and holiday cheer blend seamlessly. Participants will delight in an abundant array of colorful candies, fluffy marshmallows, and freshly baked gingerbread houses, all set against the backdrop of a festive and aromatic setting. This magical experience invites you to unleash your imagination, crafting your own sweet masterpiece with all the delicious trimmings. Join us in the spirit of the season, where each creation brings smiles and the joy of edible art comes to life in a warm, community atmosphere.
Hands-On Participation.
Only 16 spots available per class.
Gingerbread House Decorating Workshop
The Gunn Memorial Library Stairwell Gallery is pleased to present "Light, Color, and Mood," a solo show by Sergio Villaschi on display from November 30 through January 27.
In Light, Color, and Mood, Sergio Villaschi takes an artistic approach to photography, using light, color, and texture to create compelling still life and landscape images. Inspired by the mosaics and frescoes of his native Rome, Sergio's work blurs the line between traditional photography and fine art, giving each piece a distinct atmosphere and depth. His still life compositions are vibrant and layered, while his landscapes capture a quiet, serene quality.
Through techniques like "light painting" and Intentional Camera Movement, Sergio enhances his images with unique textures and moods. He invites viewers to see familiar subjects in a new way, with each photo offering a refined and thoughtful perspective.
Gunn Memorial Library Stairwell Gallery Presents: “Light, Color and Mood: A solo show by Sergio Villaschi”
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 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
Holiday Tag and Vendor Sale to benefit the LH&WR and the work they do in our community.
$35 per vendor for a 6' table
All vendors are inside the Bantam Annex 10am - 2pm
call Litchfield Park & Rec for more information 860-567-7569
Holiday Tag & Vendor Sale to benefit Litchfield Health & Wellness Resources
Annual holiday event at our historic, 1843 railroad hotel.
Looking for that special present? Visit the holiday shop at the Merwinsville Hotel for a huge assortment of fine arts and crafts for sale including jewelry, pottery, felted figures, ornaments, woven and knitted items, and so much more. All are created by local artisans and will be available for purchase.
Cut trees, wreaths, and holiday decorations from Meadowbrook Gardens in New Milford.
An amazing room-size display of a Dickens Village collection surrounded by a speeding model train. Enjoy the Mr. Christmas World's Fair Amusement Park miniatures and an enormous collection of nutcrackers in all shapes and sizes.
Holiday Shoppe at the Merwinsville Hotel Restoration
Looking for fun things to do with the kids? AMP’s Family Days offer games, storytimes, and art activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Embrace the holiday travel season with a creative journey into the world of cartography—the work and art of making maps. On Saturday, November 30, bring the whole family for a map-making art activity and a special story hour for the little ones with guest reader Carol Parent of Beardsley Library at 10:45am.
Free admission for visitors under 18.
Family Day
Friday, November 29, 2024 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturday, November 30, 2024 10:00am - 4:00pm
Crafts at the Museum
Join us at the Marsh Parish House behind the First Congregational church for our holiday craft fair.
Featuring all kinds of local crafts and crafters.
November 30th - 10am - 3pm.
Craft Fair
Looking for volunteers to help decorate the Elton Tavern for the holidays!
Students can earn volunteer hours.
Decorate the Elton Tavern
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
Please celebrate with us Lori Barker and her exhibit SPIRIT of NATURE through the Holiday Season .
Open Th-Su 11-5
at the Souterrain Gallery of The Wish House
www.souterraingallery.net
Lori Barker’s work is an imitation of her life – an ongoing collage, deep with excitement and spiritual mysteries. Exploring new techniques in photography and printmaking and materials that breathe a fresh, experimental air into her work, has resulted in works that feel both delicate and expansive. Spirits of Nature showcases a series of bold and ethereal pieces which holds the presence of nature.
Spirit of Nature Exhibit
Regina blends Tarot with Astrology along with her intuition to dive deep into your soul’s sacred contract. What did you agree to experience and learn in this lifetime? What tools did you come into this life with? Which ones need to be learned? Timing is everything. What energy is available for you at this present time? Tarot & Astrology are a great tool to continue this deep conversation of getting to know YOU better and what lies ahead.
11/30 Astro Tarot Readings with Regina Olson
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!
Earn Sweet Rewards with Grassroots Bingo this holiday season! This winter, we’re challenging our wonderful customers to a round of bingo--ice cream bingo, that is! Each time you visit, you can cross another box off your Flavor Bingo Board by trying a different flavor of ice cream. Taste your way toward fun rewards! Whoever said you couldn’t get your ice cream AND eat it, too?
Holiday Bingo at Grassroots Ice Cream
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
The Hickory Stick Bookshop is delighted to be hosting award-winning local author & illustrator Lane Smith who will be here signing copies of his newest children’s book “A Stickler Christmas” on Small Business Saturday, November 30th at 3 pm.
ABOUT THE BOOK
A holiday picture book from award-winning author/illustrator Lane Smith that features the woodland character, Stickler, who wanders the forest delivering Christmas presents. In a picture book that’s both silly and sweet, readers will be inspired by this story of holiday kindness.
Happy-go-lucky Stickler, an original character covered in sticks, is celebrating Christmas by passing out presents for all his friends. He has carefully selected the right stick for each of them, including: a Hop-Higher Stick for Rabbit, an Idea Stick for Crow, an In-a-Pear-Tree Stick for Partridge. But Doug-the-Fir doesn’t want a present, he is too worried about being covered with decorations and lights and being the center of attention. So, Stickler promises to think of a solution and finds the perfect stick. But in order to help his shy friend, Stickler needs to be the one to shine.
“A Stickler Christmas” encourages empathy and kindness with a joyful, lighthearted touch. Lane Smith, the award-winning author and illustrator of recent picture books, including A Gift for Nana (where Stickler first appears) and Stickler Loves the World, brings imagination and laughter to a clever story featuring a delightful character.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Lane Smith has received the Lifetime Achievement award from the Society of Illustrators and has been honored by the Eric Carle Museum for “lifelong innovation in the field of children's books.” He is the author and illustrator of the New York Times bestseller “It’s a Book” which has been translated into over twenty-five languages and he has written and illustrated lots of other stuff like “Grandpa Green”, which was a 2012 Caldecott Honor book and “There Is a Tribe of Kids”, which won the Kate Greenaway medal in 2017. His titles with Jon Scieszka include the Caldecott Honor winner “The Stinky Cheese Man” and “The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs”, both ranked among the 100 best all-time picture books by TIME magazine. Lane’s books have been New York Times Best Illustrated Books on five occasions.
Lane and book designer Molly Leach live in rural Connecticut.
PRAISE FOR THE BOOK
"In a sea of more saccharine winter holiday selections, this wildly funny, whimsical story stands out in all the best ways. To quote the strangest little fellow ever to star in its own Christmas picture book: 'Joy.'" --Kirkus Reviews, starred review
"A tender holiday tale about gift giving, friendship, low-stakes sacrifice, and celebration. ...Amid many holiday book options that retell the same stories, Stickler stands out as a fresh expression of Christmas spirit." --School Library Journal, starred review
This event is free and open to the public. If you are unable to attend this event, you may reserve signed copies of “A Stickler Christmas” by calling The Hickory Stick Bookshop at (860) 868 0525, or shop our website 24/7 at www.hickorystickbookshop.com.
Book Signing with Lane Smith
Kick off the holiday season!
Caroling, cocoa & cookies.
Plus a visit from Santa!
For questions or more information please contact the First Selectmen's office 860.927.4628 or adminassist@townofkentct.org
