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SAVE THE DATE -  BSA BREAKFAST 2014 - October 16, 2014 
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DANBURY ARCHITECT PROVES EVERY MAN CAN HAVE HIS CASTLE

Article reprinted from: ted’s  -TIP SHEET- an occasional listing of story ideas, photo ops, people of note, comings & goings.

Leigh Overland, lead architect at Leigh Overland Architect, LLC, 235 Main Street, Danbury, asks:  “Have you ever dreamed of owning a majestic Scottish castle nestled within acres of pristine countryside? Have you ever longed to live like a King or Queen in an eighteenth century romance novel? Do you secretly fantasize about a simpler time whilst fearing the absence of the modern-day conveniences which have come to define our existence?”.   READ FULL ARTICLE

FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS

August 25 through October 23

Accessible Art Exhibitions

Various Locations

 

 
 
The Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut continues its 6th annual Accessible Art series of visual art exhibitions on Monday, August 25th, with 4 artists showing in 4 local venues through Thursday, October 23rd. A year-long , multi-site program,  Accessible Art  is intended to make the work of visual artists accessible to new audiences by providing, over a calendar year, increased exposure through a network of area venues who share in the creative and economic values of working together. Colorfully entering the Fall season, the Cultural Alliance presents the works of artists Karla Bernstein (Bethel), Renato Ghio (Danbury), Shoshana Kerstesz (North Bergen NJ), and Honorah O'Neill (Bethel).

August 16
Writing Workshops With Judith Marks-White

Byrd's Books, Bethel

Judith Marks-White returns to teach a series of workshops, “Tickling Your Funny Bone: The Art and Marketing of the Humorous and Reflective Essay”

 “Why do writers write? Because it isn’t there.” – Thomas Berger

 Learn to “put it there” in your own inimitable style. Discover your unique voice and talent as you create essays that will bring to life both the funny and serious person that you are.
 
 

August 9
Three Dog Night
The Ridgefield Playhouse

From 1969-1974, nobody had more Top 10 hits, moved more records, or sold more concert tickets. During this period Three Dog Night was undoubtedly the most popular band in America with twenty-one consecutive Top 40 hits and twelve straight gold LPs.  In 2014, the show goes on. The band tours extensively, their records continue to sell in great numbers and they receive regular airplay on radio stations around the world. With chart topping hits including, “Mama Told Me Not To Come,” “Joy To The World,” “ Black and White,” “Shambala” and many more, Three Dog Night continues to sell out venues across the world!

August 1
Forge - Docent Blacksmithing

Brookfield Craft Center

Men and women of varying ages and interests travel from all over the region to engage in BCC’s spirited smithy community. The Good Forge houses 2 coal forges, 2 propane forges, safety equipment, and hand and power tools needed to forge, sharpen and finish blades, tools, and functional and decorative steel objects. BCC’s Blacksmithing and bladesmithing workshops cater to absolute beginners, experienced students and hobbyists, and accomplished artisans. 

August 4 - August 8
Masters Week! - 1/2 Day Summer Camp
Village Center for the Arts, New Milford

Students will create mini renditions of famous masterpieces. Some examples of the works campers may choose to recreate / re-imagine include; Sunflowers by Van Gogh, Picasso Portraits, Waterlilies by Monet or Works by Klimt.

 

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Art Gallery & Meeting Place 
ON VIEW

Through 8/29

Impact Art Collection

Various Artists

Upcoming Shows
"One Women"
Nancy Moore
September 5 - October 10

Art and Life
Shel Secunda, Chris Osborne and Justin Daniel Perlman
October 27 - January 16


EVENTS @287

Thursdays Sept 19 - Oct 9
Build Your Creative Courage

Latest News

Poetry of Painting Walk at Weir Farm National Historic Site

Waldorf Summer Camp

ted’s -TIP SHEET- Two Steps Downtown Grille

Weir Farm Art Academy Workshop at Weir Farm National Historic Site

FAIRFIELD COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AWARDS SIGNIFICANT GRANT TO DANBURY FARMERS' MARKET COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE
NOMINATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL  AUG 26!

FINE ART

Through August 14
Coastal New England - Photography by Tara Tomaselli
Stella Restaurant & Bar, Bethel

Through November 21
QUINTESSENTIAL QUILTS: PIECING TOGETHER DANBURY HISTORY
Danbury Museum & Historical Society

PERFORMING ART

The Ridgefield Playhouse
Music Theatre


Through August 9
The Wizard of Oz
Musicals at Richter, Danbury

August 1
Roxy Perry
CityCenter Danbury Green

August 2
Whose Barn is it Anyway
The Ridgefield Theater Barn

August 2
Limelight
CityCenter Danbury Green

August 8
Sister Funk
CityCenter Danbury Green

August 9
Take Six
CityCenter Danbury Green

August 9
Westside Reggae Festival
Ives Concert Park

COMING TO A WINDOW NEAR YOU


Look for more information in our next Newsletter!

CREATIVE WORKSHOPS|CLASSES

The Art Spot, Danbury

Brookfield Craft Center

Byrd's Books, Bethel

Georgetown School of the Arts

Two Steps Downtown Grille

ARTS MANAGEMENT


CALL TO ARTISTS:

Next Newsletter Deadline is August 13th

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