Apr 27 Saturday
The Wilton Library, 137 Old Ridgefield Rd,. Wilton..Over 75,00 books/AV for all ages, highly organized. Starts Friday, April 26 (Early buying 8 - 10, $20) 10 - 5 free, Saturday 4/27 - 10 - 5, Sunday, 4/28 - 1 -5, 1/2 price, Monday, 4/29 - 10 - 5, $5 bag.
Come and celebrate this worldwide event – in its 22nd year in the Town of Brookhaven – with three hours of free workshops and demonstrations from some of Long Island’s premier instructors and practitioners of T’ai Chi, Qigong, and related arts. This free event, hosted by Water Tiger School of T’ai Chi Ch’uan, will be held Saturday, April 27th from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at Diamond in the Pines at 1844 Route 112 in Coram. In case of inclement weather, the event will be the following Saturday on May 4th at the same time and location. Contact: Laurince 631-475-5730 or Laoshi@WaterTigerTaiChi.com.
The Upstairs Gallery is pleased to present the works of Sherry Davis and Cathleen Ficht. Sherry Davis is exhibiting a site-specific installation that blends recycled and modified textiles, industrial materials, and natural objects. Cathleen Ficht’s works on paper are based on her finely detailed drawings of waves and water; depicting images that hover between representation and abstraction. The exhibition runs daily from 8 March through the end of May.
Pop artist Leo Jensen (1926–2019) turned a winking eye on America, producing irreverent art that is nevertheless serious in its cultural observations. Known best regionally for his bronze frog sculptures on the Thread City Crossing bridge in Willimantic, Jensen infused his work with humor as well as thought-provoking reflections on modern American society.
Christine Darnell a well-known local garden designer from Lyme, CT will be speaking on how to plan, design and choose plants to deal with climate change in our area.
The Tremaine Art Gallery at The Hotchkiss School at 11 Interlaken Road, Lakeville CT is pleased to present Dialogue: Art in Conversation, featuring works by Valerie Hammond and Nathaniel (Tate) Klacsmann, from April 2 through June 2, 2024, with an opening reception on Saturday, April 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. This exhibition explores the creative processes of two artists whose work reverberates around questions of social inequity, magic, myth, and the environment. Together, their pieces begin a conversation filled with reflective echoes, offering opportunity for intersection around creativity and process. Curated by Joan Baldwin and Terri Moore, Dialogue also includes video and photography by Colleen Macmillan, Ann Villano, and Hotchkiss film students. The gallery is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m.
On Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Waterford Public Library is hosting a Community Volunteer Fair. All ages are invited to attend this free event to learn more about local organizations and volunteer and service opportunities. Refreshments will be served and there will be craft activities for children. No registration is required for attendees.
Local non-profits and service clubs are invited to host a table to provide information to the public about volunteer and/or membership opportunities with their organizations. Any groups wishing to secure a table to exhibit at this free event should contact library director Christine Johnson via email at cjohnson@waterfordct.org or via telephone at 860-444-5869.
Enjoy midway fun for the whole family with exciting rides and games for all ages and deep-fried treats, sweets and other tasty carnival eats.
Admission and parking are free.
Unlimited ride wristbands (for riders 36" & taller) are $37 on site ($2 cash discount) while supplies last or online at DreamlandAmusements.com before 5 pm Thurs., April 18 for $29 each, 2/$55 or 4/$99. (Guests under age 21 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian 21+.)
Ride tickets are also available at the carnival for $1.50 each, $32/20 tickets, or $62/50 tickets plus 1 free ride. ($2 cash discount. Rides take 2 or more tickets each.) Online pre-sale special: $45/50 tickets + 1 free ride
Visit the website for coupon savings on rides and food and event updates.
Midway hours: 5-10 pm Monday - Thursday, 5-11 pm Friday, noon-11 pm Saturday, noon-10 pm Sunday
More information: 866-666-3247 or DreamlandAmusements.comhttps://tinyurl.com/2hwlt762
Legendary Singer, Songwriter, Cultural Icon Saturday, April 27, 2024 at 7 P.M. John Lyman Center for the Performing Arts Tickets on sale March 19 at noon Hear firsthand from the seven-time Grammy Award-winner about her life, career, and cultural impact. Gloria Estefan rose to fame as the lead vocalist of the Miami Sound Machine, with hits like "Conga," "Rhythm Is Gonna Get You," and "Anything for You." The moderated discussion will offer insights into her remarkable journey from Cuban immigrant to international superstar as the most successful Latin crossover artist in music history. Learn more at: www.southernct.edu/gloria-estefan
Apr 28 Sunday