The public is invited to visit I-Park for its first Open Studios of the 2019 season. Guests will be able to meet six of the seven resident artists on Sunday, May 19, at 2 p.m. I-Park is located at 428 Hopyard Rd. in East Haddam, which adjoins the Devil’s Hopyard State Park. The facility is generally closed to visitors to give the artists undisturbed time to work on their … [Read more...] about Where Art Meets Nature: I-Park Hosts Free, Open Studios Event Today
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‘Point of View’ on Display at Lyme Art Association Through June 7
Lyme Art Association currently hosts 'Point of View,' the 98th Annual Elected Artist Show and Sale, and also a show by the Connecticut Watercolor Society. Both exhibitions are on view through June 7. Gallery hours are Wednesday through Sunday, from 10 to 5 p.m, and by appointment. Admission is free but a $5 donation is suggested. Lyme Art Association is located at 90 … [Read more...] about ‘Point of View’ on Display at Lyme Art Association Through June 7
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Offers Pre-College Summer Arts Program
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts is currently accepting high school students for enrollment in a series of pre-college summer art courses. Students with beginning to advanced level art training are welcome to enroll in college-level courses taught by master artists to further explore and expand their technical skills and abilities. Course offerings include sculpture, drawing, oil … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Offers Pre-College Summer Arts Program
Thought-Provoking, Comedy Classic, ‘Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,’ Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse.
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner opens tonight at the Ivoryton Playhouse. When the movie, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, began filming in March 1967, it was still illegal for interracial couples to marry in 14 states, mostly in the South. Changing attitudes in the country and the landmark case Loving v. Virginia coincided with the production of the movie and by the end of the year, … [Read more...] about Thought-Provoking, Comedy Classic, ‘Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner,’ Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse.
Letter From Paris: Exhibition of Macke & Marc’s Art Unintentionally Makes Powerful Statement on European Current Affairs
The exhibition titled Franz Marc / August Macke. The Adventure of the Blue Rider (der Blaue Reiter) at the Musée de l'Orangerie is the exhibit to see this spring when in Paris. It is a festival of colors by two German artists, Macke (1887-1914) and Marc (1880-1916), who both died prematurely on the front during World War I more than a century ago. Long overdue, and … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Exhibition of Macke & Marc’s Art Unintentionally Makes Powerful Statement on European Current Affairs
Shoreline Arts Alliance Now Accepting Applications for ‘Scholarships in the Arts: Top Talent’
Shoreline Arts Alliance announces the opening of applications for the 39th annual Scholarships in the Arts: Top Talent. This program is open to juniors and seniors residing within Shoreline Arts Alliance’s 24 town region and who want to pursue an education in the arts. Applicants can apply in seven different categories of study. The winner in each category will receive a $1,000 … [Read more...] about Shoreline Arts Alliance Now Accepting Applications for ‘Scholarships in the Arts: Top Talent’
Spring is in the Air and on the Street for ‘First Friday’ in Chester
CHESTER -- Spring is in the air, and Chester is eager to shed the winter doldrums to celebrate First Friday this evening, April 5. Festivities include gallery openings, new shops and original offerings all around town. Chester Gallery & Framing welcomes Spring with a new collection of works by select Connecticut artists, including four drawings of Chester by Chuck Baird … [Read more...] about Spring is in the Air and on the Street for ‘First Friday’ in Chester
Luanne Rice Delights Overflow Audience at Her Hometown Library
New York Times best-selling author and Old Lyme resident Luanne Rice, pictured above standing, was the guest speaker yesterday at a sold-out luncheon held at the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library. Rice captivated her audience with stories of her life in Old Lyme where she vacationed as a child and then subsequently became a full-time resident. The event highlighted … [Read more...] about Luanne Rice Delights Overflow Audience at Her Hometown Library
Lyme Academy to Drop ‘College’ From Its Name, Unveils New Website, Announces Summer Art Programs for Youth, Adults
The board of trustees of the newly-renamed Lyme Academy of Fine Arts in Old Lyme, Conn., has announced an extensive summer art program for youth and adults. “Our trustees, alumni, and the Old Lyme community are committed to supporting this historic art institution,” states Stephen Tagliatela, Lyme Academy Board of Trustees Chairman. He continues, “With the recent announcement … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy to Drop ‘College’ From Its Name, Unveils New Website, Announces Summer Art Programs for Youth, Adults
‘Burt & Me,’ Featuring Love, Laughter & Great Music, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse; on Stage Through April 7
IVORYTON – The Ivoryton Playhouse opens its 2019 season with a dazzling parade of hits by the songwriting team of Burt Bacharach and Hal David in the musical comedy Burt & Me by Larry McKenna. This coming-of-age story is narrated by Joe, who tells the story of his obsession with the music of Burt Bacharach alongside his high school romance with Lacey. The old story of boy … [Read more...] about ‘Burt & Me,’ Featuring Love, Laughter & Great Music, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse; on Stage Through April 7
‘Four Acts’ on Show at Lyme Art Association Through April 30
The Lyme Art Association presents its annual Four Acts show from March 8, through April 19. Each room of the gallery has a different theme: Hip to be Square (artwork in a square format), Out of Town (featuring artwork relating to artists’ travels), Animal Kingdom, and Explorations (abstract or exploratory works.) The Four Acts opening reception is Sunday, March 17, from 2 to … [Read more...] about ‘Four Acts’ on Show at Lyme Art Association Through April 30
Work by Lymes’ Senior Center Artists on Display at Old Lyme Town Hall Through April
The Shoreline Artists’ Workshop and the Lymes' Senior Center’s art classes, under the instruction of Sharon Schmiedel, will combine their artistic talents to present an exhibition at the Old Lyme Memorial Town Hall during the months of March and April. Exquisite pieces of work will reflect a variety of visual media and styles. All pieces will be for sale, with a portion of … [Read more...] about Work by Lymes’ Senior Center Artists on Display at Old Lyme Town Hall Through April
ECSO Continues 72nd Season With Springtime Concert Featuring Tessa Lark, March 23
The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra (ECSO) ushers in spring with a concert Saturday, March 23, titled Springtime Lark featuring an eclectic blend of repertoire sure to entice listeners of all varieties. The concert will be held at the Garde Arts Center in New London starting at 7:30 p.m. and the pre-concert chat will begin at 6:30 p.m. Continuing the tradition of … [Read more...] about ECSO Continues 72nd Season With Springtime Concert Featuring Tessa Lark, March 23
Final Annual Student Exhibition on View at Lyme Academy
Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts hosts an Opening Reception for the 43rd and final Annual Student Exhibition at Lyme Academy tomorrow evening, Friday, Feb. 15, from 5 to 7 p.m. All are welcome and admission is free. The exhibition will be on view through March 23, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Chauncey Stillman Gallery. Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts … [Read more...] about Final Annual Student Exhibition on View at Lyme Academy
Chester Gallery Hosts Exhibition of New Work by Locally Based, Nationally Acclaimed Artist, Gilbert Boro
When our souls become heavy with life’s burdens, art has the potential to soothe and solace. Indeed, Pablo Picasso wrote, “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.” That theme will be explored in an exhibit of new works by nationally and internationally renowned sculptor Gilbert Boro at the Main Street Gallery of Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek … [Read more...] about Chester Gallery Hosts Exhibition of New Work by Locally Based, Nationally Acclaimed Artist, Gilbert Boro