Events

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Beginner & Intermediate Painting in Acrylic & Oils

Arts Center East 709 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT, United States

Painting techniques and practice for both acrylic and oil painters Dates: Saturdays, April 29–June 3, 2023 (5 classes; No class 5/27) Time: 9:30am–12:00pm Instructor: Laura Kinlock Register online or call 860-871-8222 This five week class would be beneficial to both acrylic and oil painters, who want to learn more. We will discuss techniques, surfaces, texture, […]

World Tai Chi and QiGong Day / with Health & Wellness Fair

West Haven Green 355 Main Street, West Haven, CT, United States

9:30 am - 3 pm.  10am Kickoff.  West Haven Green. Free event. Free demonstrations. Free workshops and classes. Free parking. Health and Wellness Fair. Family friendly. Great for beginners. Tai Chi Instructors from all over Southern CT. Event kicks off at 10AM! Experience the beauty and health benefits of these ancient Chinese martial arts as […]

Free

Makerspace Open House at Edith Wheeler Memorial Library

Edith Wheeler Memorial Library 733 Monroe Turnpike, Monroe, CT, United States

Edith Wheeler Memorial Library invites the public to our Makerspace Open House to celebrate National Library Week, "There's More to the Story." Stop in and learn from library volunteers as they demonstrate the photo and slide scanner; a Cricut cutting machine; an embroidery machine, and a converter that can turn old VHS tapes and DVDs […]

Polish Language Walk-in Tour | Museum Masterpieces at the NBMAA

New Britain Museum of American Art 56 Lexington Street, New Britain, CT, United States

The Museum is pleased to offer this very popular guided tour in Polish. Learn about highlights of the NBMAA's permanent collection on this hour-long tour lead by Docent Joanna Biscupski. Please join us! Zapraszamy do obejrzenia naszych zbiorow. Tura w jezyku polskim, Sobota, 29 kwietnia, godzina 11. Wstep jest bezplatny. New Britian Museum of American […]

Museum admission is free on Saturday mornings

Polish Language Walk-in Tour | Museum Masterpieces

New Britain Museum of American Art 56 Lexington Street, New Britain, CT, United States

The Museum is pleased to offer this very popular guided tour in Polish. Learn about highlights of the NBMAA's permanent collection on this hour-long tour led by Docent Joanna Biscupski. Please join us! Limited to the first 25 people. Zapraszamy do obejrzenia naszych zbiorow. Tura w jezyku polskim, Sobota, 29 kwietnia, godzina 11. Wstep jest […]

Museum admission is free on Saturday mornings

Whiting Mills 18th Annual Spring Open Studios

Whiting Mills 100 Whiting St, Winsted, CT, United States

The artists at Whiting Mills cordially invite you to attend their 18th Annual Spring Open Studios event on Saturday, April 29 and Sunday April 30, 2023 from 11am to 5pm. Journey through the labyrinth and discover a truly eclectic group of over 30 artists and artisans featuring beautiful high-quality handcrafted gifts in a range of mediums […]

Free

Dandelion Day!

Playhouse on Park 244 Park Road, West Hartford, CT, United States

DANDELION DAY at Playhouse on Park! Saturday, April 29th Join us as we celebrate the Opening of the World Premiere of the children’s musical Dandelion. Purchase tickets for either performance then come early and join in on the fun! Activities begin 1 hour prior to showtime. We will have: Face Painting Popcorn Snacks  Giveaways!  "Make […]

$22.50 – $25.00

DANDELION

Playhouse on Park 244 Park Road, West Hartford, CT, United States

This musical tells the story of Dandelion, a shy, awkward lion. He is filled with middle school angst when he is invited to Jennifer Giraffe’s impromptu party. Dandelion decides to reinvent himself, but ultimately discovers it is better just to be yourself! In addition to the theme of being yourself, the musical raises issues of […]

$22.50 – $25

Zen Painting Workshop

Arts Center East 709 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT, United States

Instructor: Karen Sprague Register online or email info@artscentereast.org Join us for a two hour therapeutic Zen Painting class. We will be referencing photos as well as Zen Painting sources. You are welcome to bring your own references as well. Zen is simplicity itself. Learn the importance of the quality of line and brushwork in black […]