Events

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Distinguished Lecture: Robert Lehman Lecture Fund | Barbara Ernst Prey

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

Join artist Barbara Ernst Prey for a lecture on her work in HANDLED WITH CARE: Shaker Master Crafts and the Art of Barbara Prey. Barbara Ernst Prey Artist’s Statement: b. 1957, New York, NY Lives and works in Oyster Bay, NY; Williamstown, MA; and Tenants Harbor, ME Prey specializes in creating intricate watercolor paintings at monumental scale. […]

Home & Garden Tour of the Historic Peter Thorp House – Cocktail Party Fundraiser

Weston, CT Private Address, Weston, C, United States

Journey back to the golden age of Weston at The Peter Thorp House, one of the town's oldest and most captivating residences. Join the Weston History & Culture Center on Sunday, September 29, 2024 from 4pm – 7pm for an exclusive evening featuring guided tours of the Peter Thorp House, a cocktail party in the […]

$125.00

An Evening with David Sedaris

Shubert Theatre 247 College Street, New Haven, CT, United States

David Sedaris, author of the previous bestsellers Calypso, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, and regular National Public Radio contributor will be live on stage for one night only, following the release of his newest books, A Carnival of Snackery and Pretty Ugly. This is a unique opportunity […]

Adult Studio | Watercolor with Mary Smeallie

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

Do you pale at the sight of a clean sheet of watercolor paper? Do you mix colors and wonder why it looks like mud? This class will demystify the somewhat intimidating medium of watercolor. We’ll start from scratch. We’ll discuss types of paper, pigments, color mixing, and glazing, as well as tricks and techniques. Work […]

Basket Making: Japanese Leaf Tray

Learn how to weave your own Japanese Leaf Tray! This woven tray makes for a perfect centerpiece for your table or countertop. All materials provided. Cost: $70/$65 for ACE Members (materials included) Instructor: Sue Muldoon Register online or call 860-871-8222

$65 – $70

The Shark Is Broken

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

The Shark Is Broken runs at Playhouse on Park from 10/2/24 to 10/20/24. Times and ticket prices vary by show.  This “bitingly funny” comedy centers on the making of the blockbuster film JAWS and enjoyed overwhelming popularity on Broadway and in London’s West End. Take a deep dive behind the scenes of a great American […]

Yoga – An Artful Practice at the New Britain Museum of American Art

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

Led by certified, experienced instructors from YWCA New Britain All levels are welcome! Please bring your own mat. Yoga will rotate in the galleries throughout the coming year depending on the current exhibitions. Thursdays, 6-6:45 p.m.

Hadestown

Palace Theater 100 East Main St, Waterbury, CT, United States

Come see how the world could be. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony Awards® including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) […]

Another Evening of Inappropriate Song

Haddam Elementary School 272 Saybrook Road, Higganum, CT, United States

Blue Fire Stage Company's annual (FUN)draiser Another Evening of Inappropriate Song is back by popular demand! Join us for a hilarious adult cabaret filled with the most indecorous songs we could find . . . and absolutely no censoring! Bring your own food & drink to enjoy while entertained by hysterical songs from Book of […]

$30 – $35