2021 has arrived, and while we’re all happy to embrace it, the ongoing stress of the unknown pecks away at us, and there is a heaviness in the air. We’re not taking anything for granted, making no assumptions, and taking each day as it comes.
In part two of our New Year’s series, we asked our artists and teachers to tell us about their thoughts for the new year – how they are looking forward and planning the year. Let their positive words resonate with all of us.
“In 2021, I look forward to being—here & now—rooted in compassionate commitment to beloveds & community.” – Lauren Kalita
“Channel my frustration and grief into creative pursuits.” – John Parke
“One piece of advice for students: Stop being overly serious about your art. Try having fun and challenging yourself to do things you are uncomfortable with. Creating is about discovery, meaning discovery about yourself, your medium and your style. Let go and just enjoy where it takes you! I think you will be surprised at what happens.” – Odin Smith
“Being more creative is my number one resolution. First, of course, include yoga and meditation in your day. Then allow for a painting or pottery class, dabble with music, cooking, photography, gardening ~ anything to keep your imagination on fire!” – Lees Yunits
“(Last) year I was working on lots of sketches and small studies. In 2021 I am looking forward to developing these into finished pieces. My first show of the year will be in March at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod and I’m excited to exhibit some of this new work then.” – Livia Mosanu
As we continue to move through this challenging time, we are bringing you more programming in your own home with the addition of Live! Streaming concerts on January 17 and 31.
To everyone in our Cultural Center family, take care of yourself, be present, and explore art. Together, we will Keep Cape Cod Creative!
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Friday, January 15
Gourmet Take Out
With Chef Joseph Cizynski
Curbside pick up between 4:30–5:30pm
Coq au Vin night
Menu:
- Duck rillettes and endive salad
- Rabbit “Coq” au Vin
- Goat cheese sampling.
$35 members, $40 non-members
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Monday, January 18
Gourmet Take Out
With Chef Joseph Cizynski
Curbside pick up between 4:30–5:30pm
Don't miss your chance on the last take-out dinner for a little while as Chef Joe has surgery on his foot. Stop by and pick up your warm and hearty dinner.
Classic Cassoulet dinner
Menu:
- Wild mushroom consommé
- Classic Cassoulet with confit lamb, garlic sausage and Tarbais beans
- Provençal cheeses
$35 members, $40 non-members
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Sunday, January 17 at 3pm
LIVE! Stream: Doug Ricciardi’s Jazz ‘Til Dawn Performs a Tribute to Billie Holiday
This performance will be a tribute to the late Billie Holiday, also referred to as Lady Day. Local jazz vocalist Mozelle Andrulot inherited Billie’s passion and has expressed it in venues from London, England, to New York City. Join her for this tribute concert featuring Doug Ricciardi’s Jazz ‘til Dawn with percussionist Michael Dunford, pianist Fred Boyle, and bassist Doug Ricciardi.
The performance is free, but donations are greatly appreciated and will benefit the musicians and the Cultural Center's ongoing programming that promotes live music in our community. For more information, call 508-394-7100.
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Sunday, January 31 at 3pm
LIVE! Stream: Going Inward–A Concert of Reflection & Rejuvenation with Naomi Steckman & Friends
Just when we need it most, this string quintet led by cellist Naomi Steckman will guide listeners on a musical journey that promotes connection and creative expression. Works by Bach, Rachmaninoff, and Schubert will allow audience members to express, feel, and connect with themselves and others, in hopes to provide support during this time of isolation. Don’t miss this wonderful concert featuring Naomi Steckman, solo cello; Nicole Wendl, violin; Teresa Bloemer, viola, violin; Jessica Cooper, viola; Sara Wilkins, cello; Diana Steinberg, dancer; Jacob Mashak, arranger.
The performance is free, but donations are very welcome and will benefit the musicians and the Cultural Center's ongoing programming that promotes live music in our community. For more information, call 508-394-7100.
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Beginning January 14
Introduction to Drawing
With Craig Caldwell
Six Thursdays from 6–8pm
This class is designed for the beginning drawer who appreciates art and has always wanted to learn to draw as well as for those looking for a refresher course. Instruction will cover the fundamentals of free-hand drawing: line, perspective, composition, understanding light, and form, as well as creating illusions of depth, contrast, and texture. Different drawing materials, techniques, and methods will be explored. Open to all levels of experience.
$125 members, $150 non-members
Socially distanced, mask required for on-site participants.
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Beginning January 15
Acrylic Jump Starter
With Odin Smith
Six Fridays from 2–4pm
Have fun with a series of exercises designed to increase creativity and help students add emotional content to your acrylic work. There should be no limits to your imagination. Be prepared to do different painting exercises that will stretch your imagination and thought process to raise you to new levels of achievement. If you have been feeling like you need a jump start to get back to painting, this is the class for you! Have your supplies ready so we can jump in right away, starting with a critique of any work you need advice about before next steps.
$150 members, $180 non-members
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Third Thursday of each month from 6:30–8:30pm
Figure Painting & Drawing
With Sarah Holl
In this class, students can practice their drawing or painting skills while working from a live model. Students will be encouraged to find their own voices and explore various mediums. Students will receive individual instruction as well as group critiques. Open to all levels of experience. Registration is required.
Socially distanced – mask required
$25 per person
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Every Friday from 8:30–9:30am
Yoga for Wise Warriors!
With Lees Yunits
Bringing to mind that yoga is a process that everyone is capable of, Lees teaches yoga to beginners and advanced, to the stressed and to the curious, to retirees, young mothers and fathers, artists, businesswomen and men. Everyone benefits from stretching, breathing and meditating. Joy is the byproduct.
Beginners will be taught basics; more experienced will deepen their knowledge, and all will learn varied ways to enhance their knowing. Lees’s background includes many assorted styles of yoga, including hatha, viniyoga, yin and kundalini. Just as important are the invaluable techniques of breath work. Always there will be some form of meditation, as well, whether simple stillness, or transcendental, counting, mantra singing, or guided. The whole of a yoga session depends on joining body work, breath work, and meditation. Not to mention some humor here and there! Whether fast, or slow, all of Lees’s yoga classes intend to move you forward on your Journey to Joy.
$15.00 - drop-in, $75.00 - 6 weeks
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Beginning January 20
Aspects of the American Revolution
With Jim Sefcik
Six Wednesdays from 1–2:30pm
For over 200 years, many have been intrigued by the history of the American Revolution, how and why it began, how independence from Great Britain was achieved, and what resulted because of that transformation. It is a complex story that undergoes constant reassessment. Thus, what we might have learned in the past, like the midnight ride of Paul Revere for example, has been the subject of much research resulting in often dramatic changes from past presentations. This class will be the first of a 4-part series examining the American Revolution through a chronological, topical approach. It will explore the causes of the American Revolution, the events leading to colonial opposition, the Boston “Massacre,” the Boston “Tea Party” and its impact, the critical and decisive year of 1774, and a detailed look at the Loyalists or Tories and others disaffected by the times.
$100 Members, $115 Non-Members
Socially distanced – mask required
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Beginning January 15
Knitting for Beginners: Continental / Scandinavian Methods
With Kirsten West
Three Fridays from 10am–noon
You’ll be amazed at how simple it easy to learn to knit Continental/Scandinavian Style. Students will learn to cast on the Scandinavian way, all while learning various stitches, ribs, and basic techniques. We will read patterns and learn about various fibers that are suitable for hand knitting, and how to care for hand-knitted items. Knowing continental knitting will make advanced techniques easier to learn and master. This class is for beginners and refreshers.
$65 Members, $75 non-members
Socially distanced – mask required
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Saturday, January 16 from noon–1:30pm
Gardening 101: Choosing Plants and Helping them Thrive
With Priscilla Husband
So you’ve bought a hydrangea. Now what? This first in a series of presentations about gardening will help novices better understand the properties of gardens and how to make them successful. There’s a lot to know, but this presentation will give beginners a great place to start with an overview of plant selection, planting techniques, and plant maintenance, including tips and ideas to create healthy and vibrant gardens.
$25 Members, $30 Non-Members
Socially distanced, mask required for on-site participants.
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Beginning January 16
Let's Get Ready for Our 2021 Gardens!
With Priscilla Husband
Three Saturdays from 2–4pm
This 3-week course provides an opportunity for students to learn the basics of landscape design and installation through a new and simple approach, using intuitive tools and techniques for achieving successful, healthy, and colorful gardens and personalized landscape plans.
$95 Members, $105 Non-Members
Socially distanced, mask required for on-site participants.
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Saturday, January 23 from noon–1:30pm
Boomer Gardens! Gardens for an Aging Generation
With Priscilla Husband
Has your enthusiasm for gardening been discouraged by physical limitations? As we age, our gardens become harder to maintain. Let’s find a way to enjoy our gardens again with a new perspective and reality. We’ll talk about downsizing our garden properties for the future, plus tips and ideas for simpler gardens for our health and enjoyment.
$25 members, $30 non-members
Socially distanced, mask required for on-site participants.
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Saturday, January 30 from noon–1:30pm
Perennial Gardens: An Effort that Brings Endless Joy
With Priscilla Husband
Let’s get ready for our 2021 gardens! This presentation will show you how to realize the “perennial” concept of flower gardening, introduce basic structural understanding for creating a seasonal flower garden, and share a comprehensive approach to designing and maintaining a spring-to-fall garden, including lists of seasonal flowers for the Cape.
$25 members, $30 non-members
Socially distanced, mask required for on-site participants.
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MAKE A NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION - TAKE THE COMMUNITY VISIONING SURVEY!
Your ideas and feedback will be used to create a Vision Plan which will provide valuable insights to our Town Leaders when identifying future goals, initiatives and resource allocations to better serve our residents and meet our collective vision for Yarmouth. These decisions will help decide how your tax dollars are spent. So don’t let the few decide Yarmouth’s future for the many!
Share the Survey Link with Family, Friends & on Social Media. Help us get the word out about this important community project!
The survey asks three simple questions:
1. What are Yarmouth’s strengths and assets that you value and want to preserve?
2. What are our challenges?
3. What is your future vision for Yarmouth and what are the opportunities to help us reach that
vision?
You can say as little as you want or as much as you want, just let your voice be heard!
The Survey is also available in Portuguese and Spanish:
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Portuguese: A pesquisa também está disponível em português:
- Spanish: La encuesta también está disponible en español:
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