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Annual Art & Music Festival
May 15-17, 2026
Red Apple Farm & Brew Barn
455 Highland Avenue, Phillipston, MA
Deadline to Enter: Sunday, May 3rd
Opening Reception: Friday, May 15, 6-9:00pm (Art Awards at 7:00)
Two options for entering the show:
Option 1: Online Entry which submits your information & payment to GALA electronically.
Option 2: Paper Entry Form. A PDF Call for Entries which includes a form that you print & mail with payment to GALA. Please allow enough time for mailing so that your entry is received by the deadline.
With either option, your entry is due by Sunday, May 3rd
Live music provided all three days by many talented local musicians!
Please support GALA by donating to the raffle table.
Please consider demonstrating your creative process at the show. And if you would like to teach art classes outside under your tent for children and adults. Please indicate your interest on your entry form.
You will need to renew your GALA membership on entry form unless you are a current member. If in doubt, please email: Martha Beadqueen1@verizon.net
*Important Note* Please be sure to drop-off your artwork on Tuesday, May 12th from 4-6:00pm in the Brew Barn. If we do not receive your artwork by 6:00pm, we may not be able to include it in the judging.
Please Forward this email to others who might be interested in exhibiting, vendor, performing music at the GALA Art & Music Festival.
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
Entry Deadline: Sunday, May 3
Art Drop-Off at Red Apple Farm, in the Brew Barn: Tuesday, May 12 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Opening Reception: Friday, May 15, 6:00 - 9:00 Awards 7 PM
Art Pick-Up at Red Apple Farm in Brew Barn: Sunday, May 17 4:00 - 5:00 pm
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Old Murdock Building, 52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon MA
We will be holding the critique in the Gallery on the 1st floor
Are you looking for encouragement and support from other artists?
Bring up to 2 pieces of your artwork (finished or unfinished) to share with the group.
The first 15 minutes we will be social time, then we will go into sharing our artwork. If we have a very large group, you may only show one piece. You are welcome to attend even if you don't bring any artwork—feel free to join us.
Free to all GALA members. New artists, first 2 classes are free.
A great way to receive heartfelt feedback from your circle of artists friends.
You may bring snacks to share with the group.
Janet Dupuis will help guide us during our get together. Email Janet to let her know that you will be joining us at Jandu516@gmail.com. Mark your calendar!
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Afternoons: 1st Tuesday of every month, 1:00 - 3:00 PM,
Old Murdock Building (COA)
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
Do you need a day and space to spend some time to work on your project or simply invite your friends to an afternoon or evening of conversation and creativity? Explore a variety of art in a supportive social environment. A group with different skill levels who wish to learn, explore, laugh, share, connect, and be inspired. A safe, low key, non-intimidating space. Non-makers are also welcomed. No fee!
Open to ages 15 and above
Drop-in art making group & community connection space
Self-led group—there will be classroom monitors who will assist you.
Spend a few hours to be a part of our social art gathering with artists, friends and seniors! Share your project and make new friends.
You may bring your own artwork or craft project and supplies that you are working on. We do have a community art supply area where you may choose something you would like to try. We supply paints, paper, brushes and other supplies.
Register here
Note: We are looking for volunteer classroom monitors—monitors can take part in creating. If you are interested, email debgiordano59@comcast.net
In Partnership with the Council on Aging
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Greeting Card Class
Old Murdock School
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
Come join us in creating cards and other paper projects. Work on making it your own design. All materials are included and many materials to choose from. Each month is always a different design.
All ages are welcome; no experience needed. You'd be pleasantly surprised to see what you can come up with! Don't rule anything out! Be prepared to play. Sign up now!
Instructor: Merrily Varone
Free creative class! Includes all materials.
Thursday, May 21, June 11, July 23
10:30am-12:30pm
Register here
Alcohol Ink on Treated Canvas
Old Murdock Building
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
In this class, you will be painting on Treated Canvas. You'll learn the basic terms, equipment, and techniques for using alcohol inks -- through both demonstration and hands-on practice.
Alcohol ink art offers a dreamy blend of pigments and texture. Free of acid and highly versatile on non-porous surfaces, alcohol inks dry quickly and produce vivid, translucent color. Artists use this fluid medium to craft everything from serene, airy abstracts to bold, expressive patterns. Whether you’re drawn to soft gradients or vibrant swirls, alcohol ink art helps define the mood of your space. Learn how to preserve the medium’s fluid texture and luminous color transitions.
We will play with the inks to understand how they move with different pigments. You will create a large Canvas painting. At the end of class, you will be proud to hang your painting on the wall.
Class $45 Includes All Materials
There is LIMITED SEATING, Register Now!
Instructor: Iphie Burg
Friday, June 12, 6 pm- 8 pm
Register here
Scratchboard Workshop
Old Murdock School
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
A Fun Filled Day of Scratching!
This 6-hour one-day workshop will provide an introduction to scratchboard materials, tools and techniques. We will explore scratchboard mark-making methods using a variety of tools, learn how to create different values, textures, and then plan and execute a scratchboard composition drawing. There are many tools used in this medium and Joe will explain how to use them all.
NOTE: Joe will be giving a FREE Scratchboard Demonstration that you will not want to miss. Are you curious about this relatively new medium? You may want to watch this live demonstration before you take Joe's workshop or just come and be curious about the process. Thursday, October 8th, 6 - 8 pm in the Art Gallery. It will be shown on the large TV screen.
All materials are included. No experience needed.
Bring your lunch, we can also place a pizza order. Bring some tight surgical gloves, small brush or cloth to keep things clean.
$85 Workshop (6 hours)
Instructor: Joe Smith
Saturday, October 17, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Register here
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Would you like to teach an art class or are you looking to find a specific art class to take?
If you are interested in teaching a class in the arts, please fill out this online form to let us know you are interested. We will work with you to put together your class.
If you are interested in taking a class or workshop in the arts, you may also fill out the online form and let us know what you are looking for and we will get back to you.
We are looking for instructors and individuals who will teach or lecture in various forms of art: fine arts, photography, ceramics, writing, poetry, music, digital art, and more.
We have several locations in the area where we can host classes.
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FemLink-Art Screening at DubHub
Join us as we celebrate FemLink-Art: the International Collective of Women Video Artists during their 20th anniversary year as the world’s largest feminist video art collective, dedicated to fostering cross-cultural dialogue through thematic video works created by women artists around the globe. Our selected video composition, MAGIC, features 25 artists from 25 countries reflecting on the question "what is magical" as a source of comfort, inspiration, and transformation, but also of manipulation, illusion, and danger. Q&A with co-curator, C. M. Judge, to follow the screening. Saturday, May 30th at 10 am at the DubHub, 1123 Man Street, Dublin, NH. www.femlink.org
FemLink-Art Chosen for 2026 Creative Climate Award
FemLink-Art is excited to announce that the collective has been chosen for a 2026 Creative Climate Award from the Human Impacts Institute in NYC.
C. M. Judge's work is included in the collective's newest installation, CROSSINGS, featuring 22 artists from 22 countries exploring the notion of human existence through their relationship to and selection of artifacts.
CROSSINGS is currently being screened in the Creative Climate Awards exhibition through May 15th at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office gallery, 1 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017. See our teaser.
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GALA offers art in the waiting room at the Center year-round. Three to 12 pieces can be accommodated in this space. We thank the many artists who have responded enthusiastically to this request over the years. Take a moment for tranquility if you happen to be at Heywood Hospital! Visitors may stop by during regular business hours. Proceed up the ramp to the waiting room, and give a shout out on social media to celebrate the arts!
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Exhibits at the Jaffrey Civic Center
Jaffrey Civic Center, Jaffrey, NH
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60th Anniversary JCC Spring Show
Jaffrey, NH — The Jaffrey Civic Center is pleased to announce the opening reception of its 60th
Anniversary Spring Show, a vibrant exhibition showcasing the creativity and talent of the local
community. The opening reception will take place on Friday, April 24, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, and is free and open to the public.
This special exhibition features 62 juried works selected by an anonymous community juror,
highlighting a diverse range of artistic expression. Visitors will experience an engaging collection that includes paintings, sculptures, photography, and more.
The exhibition will be on view from April 24 through June 6. The Jaffrey Civic Center is free and open to the public during regular gallery hours: Wednesday through Friday, 12:00 to 5:00 PM, and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
The opening reception offers a unique opportunity for attendees to participate in a community vote for “Best in Show.” Guests are invited to cast their ballots during the event, with the award announced at the conclusion of the evening.
Join us as we celebrate 60 years of the Jaffrey Civic Center and welcome the arrival of spring with an inspiring display of local artistry.
Organic Abstraction and Improvisations
The Jaffrey Civic Center is pleased to present Organic Abstraction and Improvisations, a new exhibition of sculptural ceramic work by Alexander Pope, on view from April 24 through June 6. An opening reception will be held on Friday, April 24, from 5–7 PM. The event is free and open to the public and will include light refreshments and an opportunity to meet the artist.
This exhibition features a collection of recent works inspired by objects and occurrences in the natural world. Pope’s work explores the dynamic processes of growth, transformation, decay, and renewal observed in nature. Drawing directly from careful observation, he examines how forms are constructed—paying close attention to transitions between interior and exterior space, flat planes and curves, and shifts from large volumes to intricate details.
The exhibition also introduces a recent body of work the artist calls organic improvisations. These sculptures reflect the influence of universal forces on the physical world. Though abstract and fabricated, they are built in accordance with the governing principles of physics and nature. Spirals, a recurring motif in Pope’s work, offer shifting perspectives between interior and exterior space while resolving into a unified form.
Organic Abstraction and Improvisations invites viewers to consider the unseen forces that shape the natural world, translated through expressive ceramic forms.
The exhibition will be on view from April 24 through June 6. The Jaffrey Civic Center is free and open to the public during regular gallery hours: Wednesday through Friday, 12:00 to 5:00 PM, and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Peter Sandback at the JCC
The Jaffrey Civic Center is pleased to present Specimens, an exhibition of new work by
artist and furniture maker Peter Sandback, on view in the Auditorium Gallery from April 24 through June 6. An opening reception will be held on Friday, April 24, from 5–7 PM. The event is free and open to the public and will include light refreshments and an opportunity to meet the artist.
Based in southern New Hampshire, Sandback holds a BFA from the University of Michigan and an
MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. His multidisciplinary practice explores the
intersection of perception, presentation, and meaning across photography and sculpture.
Sandback’s recent work centers on the concept of the specimen, beginning with photographs taken in natural history museums. These displays—often the result of close collaboration between scientists and artists—are rendered with striking beauty and precision. Yet beneath their aesthetic appeal lies a more complex reality.
Specimens offers a thoughtful and provocative examination of how objects are framed, preserved, and understood, encouraging viewers to reflect on the complex relationship between observation, artifice, and meaning.
The exhibition will be on view from April 24 through June 6. The Jaffrey Civic Center is free and open to the public during regular gallery hours: Wednesday through Friday, 12:00 to 5:00 PM, and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
The Jaffrey Civic Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit cultural facility founded in 1966. The Center’s mission is to provide and sustain a public venue where citizens and residents of the Monadnock region, as well as visitors to the area, can pursue artistic, educational, and civic activities. The Center’s goal is to contribute to the cultural enrichment and enlightenment of the community. The Center does not charge an admission fee, and all art shows and receptions are free and open to the public. The Center also hosts fee-based educational and other programs, as well as serving as the home of the Jaffrey Historical Society. For more information about the Jaffrey Civic Center, please visit the Center’s website: www.jaffreyciviccenter.com
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Música Franklin’s 8th Annual Fun Fest
Saturday, May 30th, 1-5pm
Unity Park, Turners Falls, MA
Rain location Greenfield Middle School
A free festival featuring live music, entertainment, and activities for all ages! Full schedule and details at musicafranklin.org/fun-fest. Supported by Mass Cultural Council, National Endowment for the Arts, New England Foundation for the Arts, Greenfield Cooperative Bank, Greenfield Savings Bank, Franklin First Federal Credit Union, and RiverCulture.
Música Franklin is thrilled to announce the 8th Annual Fun Fest on Saturday, May 30th, from 1-5pm at Unity Park in Turners Falls. In case of rain, Fun Fest will take place at Greenfield Middle School. Fun Fest is a free all-ages festival with live music, crafts, activities, and more!
This year, Fun Fest will feature a vibrant line-up of performers including The Lost Tribe, John Hughes & Stephen Katz, and Música Franklin students. The day will also showcase a lively parade and performance by the Expandable Brass Band and strolling mime performances by My My Mime. Attendees are invited to enjoy world-class performances while shopping local craft vendors, trying out a musical instrument at our “instrument petting zoo,” and grabbing a bite from Stone Soup Cafe. Artspace Greenfield will host a hands-on arts-and-crafts activity, and local nonprofit organizations will share information about their work in the community. Fun Fest offers engaging activities for all ages, including opportunities for children to experiment with how sound changes in water, have their faces painted, and play with giant bubbles. This free community event promises a day of creativity, discovery, and music for all!
musicafranklin.org/fun-fest
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Clara Dennison’s monotypes and acrylics will be on display for a solo show at the 873 Café/Smith Hill Tavern, 873 Main St, Ashby, Ma. through the end of May 2026. “This collection brings together pieces that reflect my ongoing exploration of texture, movement, and quiet moments of connection.”
Clara is a member of the MA Women's Caucus for Art. 873 Cafe solo and small group exhibition opportunities are available to all members of the WCA MA, thanks to Gallery Sitka.
Clara also has a solo exhibit at the Little Art Gallery, Westminster Town Hall, Westminster, MA which is still ongoing through April. “I’m very grateful to be part of this lovely local gallery space. If you find yourself in the area, I hope you’ll stop in and take a look.” (closed Fridays and weekends)
Website: paperbirchartstudio.com
Instagram: Clara.denn_paperbirchartstudio
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Events at Great Falls Discovery Center
Turners Falls, MA
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All programs are free and open to the public. An adult must accompany children. Inclement weather cancels outdoor programs. For more information call 413-863-3221 or visit: https://www.mass.gov/locations/great-falls-discovery-center; or email janel.nockleby@mass.gov. The Great Falls Discovery Center is located at 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA 01376. Wheelchair accessible. ADA/Reasonable Accommodation: Cell: 617-645-0358, Email: Moneesha.dasgupta2@mass.gov.
Visitor Center Hours: Open 6 Days a Week
- Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
- Open Monday, May 25, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Explore the natural, cultural, and industrial history of the Connecticut River Watershed with our dynamic exhibit dioramas. Adjacent to the Canalside Rail Trail, the center also includes the Great Hall exhibit gallery, restrooms, and drinking water.
Great Hall Exhibit: All Our Relations – To Honor the Wampanoag Supreme Sachem Pometacomet on the 350th Anniversary of the Great Falls Massacre
Ongoing, April 2–May 30
This exhibit in the Great Hall, features work by Deborah Spears Moorehead, Seaconke Pokanoket Wampanoag, and Robert Peters, Mashpee Wampanoag, focusing on pre-colonization, the 350th Anniversary of Metacomet’s (King Philip’s) War and the Great Falls Massacre of 1676. Learn about Indigenous history and their continued presence here and throughout the Northeast. Sponsored by Friends of the Center, the Nolumbeka Project, and funded by the Montague Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council. For all ages. Accessible during open hours.
Outdoor StoryWalk® — Ruby’s Birds
Ongoing, April 18–May 12
Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring Ruby’s Birds. Description. For ages 3 and up and anyone who loves migratory birds!
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT, and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Story Walk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson. This StoryWalk® is provided by Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation Interpretive Services.
First Friday: Turners Falls Tenement Tour
Friday, May 1, 4 – 5:30 p.m.
Discover how tenements tested every aspect of the town, from sanitation to wages. On this May Day tour, learn about the storekeepers and laborers who made this planned industrial community. Meet DCR staff outside the Great Hall for a 1.5-mile guided walk through downtown Turners Falls. Ages 8 and up.
Nice and Easy Walks
Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, and 28, 1–2 p.m.
Easy-paced, 1- to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for older adults, but open to all. Enjoy some natural and local history along the way. Dress for the weather with sturdy footwear and bring water. Inclement weather cancels. Meet at the main entrance.
Kidleidoscope Story Hour – Fish
Friday, May 8, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Learn more about our wildlife neighbors in the Connecticut River Watershed. Program includes a story, activities, and crafts. Activities are indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult, siblings and friends are welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Lara Herscovitch & The Highway Philosophers
Friday, May 8, 7–9 p.m.
Join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. Lara Herscovitch & The Highway Philosophers offer a rich tapestry of songs with themes that will stay with you. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations, in support of educational programming at the Center. All ages.
Park Serve Day: Pick a Park, Give a Day, Make a Difference
Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation invites you to the Great Falls Discovery Center to lend a hand during this day of volunteer service to our state parks. Bring your own water and snack. For registration visit mass.gov/info-details/dcr-park-serve-day. For ages 6 and up. Meet at the main entrance.
Artist Reception: All Our Relations – To Honor the Wampanoag Supreme Sachem Pometacomet on the 350th Anniversary of the Great Falls Massacre
Saturday, May 16, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Enjoy conversation and coffee with Wampanoag artists Deborah Spears Moorehead and Robert Peters in the Great Hall to view and learn more about their shared exhibit. Sponsored by Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center, the Nolumbeka Project, and funded by the Montague Cultural Council. a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. For all ages.
The Nolumbeka Project Presents: Day of Remembrance
Saturday, May 16, 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
A commemoration of the Great Falls Massacre, May 19, 1676, and Metacom’s Resistance (aka King Philip’s War) 350 Years Ago, 1676–2026. Tribal members and non-Tribal public are welcome. Honored presenters include: Eastern Medicine Singers, Strong Eagle ‘Many Feathers’ Daly, Liz Coldwind Santana-Kiser, Roger Longtoe Sheehan, Dr. Margaret M. Bruchac, Martín Espada, Deborah Spears Moorehead, Robert Peters, Jose ‘Ite’ Santana, Diane Travis, Pat Allen, Carol Letson, and David Brule. For more information visit nolumbekaproject.org. Free and open to all. Held rain or shine.
Find Us at the Farmers Market!
Saturday, May 23, 10:30 a.m.– 1 p.m.
Join DCR staff for family activities at the Great Falls Farmers Market, located between 6th and 7th streets along Avenue A at Peskeompskut Park. For all ages.
Eyes on Owls Presents: Owls Up Close
Saturday, May 23, 1–2:15 p.m.
Everyone loves owls! Come see them up close and enjoy a slide presentation and introduction to six live owls including hooting lessons. Learn about field marks, owl pellets, tips on how to protect owls, and the importance of owls and other birds of prey in the ecosystem. For adults, youth, and children ages 5 and up (accompanied by an adult). Free. Sponsored by the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center and Rescue Franklin County Wildlife, a group of community volunteers committed to raising awareness about the harms of pesticides to birds of prey and encouraging the use of wildlife safe alternatives.
Art Naturally: Tissue Paper Blooms
Sunday, May 24, 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
Discover nature through story, poetry and art in our series of free art programs. With instruction and technique, you create an art piece to take home from tissue paper, pipe cleaners and jute. All art materials are provided but feel welcome to use your own. Meet in the Great Hall at 10:30 a.m. for complete instructions. For adults, teens and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult).
A French / Breton Jam Session
Sunday, May 24, 2:30–4:30 p.m.
An informal group of musicians gathers to play the enchanting traditional dance music from France and Brittany, commonly known as bal folk. This is not a performance but rather a coming together of musically minded friends. The event is free and open to the public to come and go at will. For all ages.
Find Us at Música Franklin’s Fun Fest!
Saturday, May 30, 12:30–5 p.m.
Música Franklin has all the fun, and we want to join in! Find us at Unity Park on First Street in Turners Falls at our River’s Edge investigation station. Fish sustain life throughout our valley, from eagles to otters, even other fish. See how your wingspan compares to that of an eagle's. Learn how you can be part of this year's fish migration through games and more. Learn more about the festival by visiting musicafranklin.org/fun-fest. For all ages.
Save the Date! 19th Annual Free Family Fishing Day!
Saturday, June 6, 10 a.m.– 2 p.m.
Visit us for a day of FREE fishing fun. Enjoy our annual Family Fishing Day at Barton Cove, with additional activities at Great Falls Discovery Center including fish printing and fly tying. Adults and children of all ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event is held rain or shine. Parking is free at each site. More details coming soon, or call the Discovery Center, (413) 863-3221.
Great Falls Discovery Center
Department of Conservation & Recreation
2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA 01376
Janel.nockleby@mass.gov (413) 863-3221 she/her
My Office Hours: Wednesdays through Sundays
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Common Threads
Princeton Arts Society, Princeton, MA
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Common Threads
Princeton Arts wants us to give old textiles new life. Instead of letting fabric waste end up in landfills, we can collect, reuse, and transform discarded materials into beautiful and practical creations — from rag rugs and patchwork quilts to crocheted accessories and home décor. Let's share our love of sustainability, creativity, and traditional craft techniques. By blending recycling with artistry, we aim to preserve skills, reduce waste, and inspire others to see the beauty and potential in every scrap of fabric.
Gatherings take place every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at the First Congregational Church, 14 Mountain Rd., Princeton. Participants work on their own projects with support and inspiration from the group. (Specific projects are planned for the future. Stay tuned for more info.) All are welcome—meetings are free and open to every skill level. Questions please contact Ingrid at ingridholmes@gmail.com.
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Fabric & Fiber Support Group
Keene, NH
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You know who you are – you have a bazillion fiber and/or fabric based projects in various stages of completion. You LOVE crochet, knitting, mending, spinning, and all things fiber and fabric based. This club is for YOU!
Looking to sew a patch or replace a button? Lots of fabric swatches & buttons available on location for you to mix and match, along with needles, thread & embroidery floss.
Whether you’re struggling with a project, pattern, lacking motivation or just need some time to work in like-minded company, this space is here to support YOU. Coffee, tea and conversation amply provided the first Sunday of the month 1-3pm.
Learn more
Mill Hollow Course Schedule
$15
Mill Hollow Works, LLC
(603) 852-6827
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Figure Models Needed
Mount Wachusett Community College, Gardner, MA
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Seeking figure models - Art Department at Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner, MA.
$30 an hour
At least one year experience required.
Monday and Wednesdays with multiple back to back classes, some Fridays, 9-5 and a few Thursdays, 1-4:50.
Apply here
Contact Department Chair Joyce Miller once you have applied or if you have any questions: J_miller@mwcc.mass.edu
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Montague Swing Dance
Montague, MA
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This monthly dance occurs the 3rd Friday of every month, at the Montague Common Hall at 34 Main Street in Montague, MA.
Swing Dance Lesson is 7:00-8:00PM
Live music provided by the Butterfly Swing Band is 8:00-10:00PM
$20 for dance and lesson, $15 dance only
Supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council
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Make Art at Main Street Studios
Fitchburg, MA
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Do you get inspired by fellow artists? Would the company of other creatives motivate you to work on an idea or abandoned project?
Come to Main Street Studios on Tuesday evenings. We have plenty of work space for you to set up with your writing, painting, knitting, etc.
We will socialize for a half hour-ish and then have a quiet hour or two to do the work. If you are inclined to share at the end of the evening - or the end of the summer, you are welcome to do so. But that is not required.
Main Street Studios has coffee/tea/water and maybe a few snacks. There are also options for delivery if you want to order dinner.
The point of this evening is to have fun and employ a little gentle peer pressure to kick aside those creative blocks. If you have any questions, send us a message or leave a comment in the event. You can also email studios@fitchburgculturalalliance.org.
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Learn at Fitchburg Art Museum
Fitchburg Art Museum, Fitchburg, MA
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Learning Lounges
Visit our Learning Lounges! These family-friendly interactive spaces offer multiple ways to explore the themes and techniques within our exhibitions. These activities are open-ended and can be done alone or with family and friends.
Learning Lounges are generously supported by The Cathedral Fund and the Geneviève McMillan–Reba Stewart Foundation.
Find out more
Hands-On Fun!
Create with us from home with activities and tips for creating art with children.
Explore the artistic techniques, concepts, and themes behind Fitchburg Art Museum’s permanent collection artworks through these fun creative projects. Explore the full list of tutorials here.
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Art Education at WAM
Worcester Art Museum, Worcester, MA
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The Worcester Art Museum’s studio art classes offer accessible learning experiences for all ages and levels.
Express your creativity and discover new skills and media in these art-making workshops. The Museum offers online, in-person, and off-site learning opportunities that cover a variety of subjects and media.
In-person classes are held either in the galleries or in the Museum’s studios. Online classes are taught through Zoom and are encrypted and secure. Teens are welcome to join online adult classes.
Call or email with questions, to register over the phone, or to request a print brochure!
Phone: 508.793.4333
Email: classes@worcesterart.org
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Call for Artists: The Gallery at Briarwood
Worcester, MA
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Exhibit at The Gallery at Briarwood in 2027 and Beyond!
The Gallery at Briarwood in Worcester is seeking artists for solo or group exhibitions in 2027 and beyond! This welcoming, artist-friendly gallery is celebrating over a decade of showcasing diverse and inspiring artwork. With six exhibitions per year, The Gallery at Briarwood provides a unique opportunity to share your work with a vibrant community.
Why exhibit with us?
- No commission on sales – you keep 100% of your proceeds.
- Opening reception included – we handle the details at no cost to you.
- Daily public access – open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- A thriving community – located within Briarwood, the #1 Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in New England according to Newsweek.
Interested in showing your work? Contact Ken Kerber, Co-Chair of the Art Gallery Committee, at kenkerber@charter.net or 774-239-1391. We’d love to hear from you!
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Call for Artists & Performers
Arts Alive, Keene, NH
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Call for Artists & Performers: July 4 Celebration
We’re beginning early planning for Keene’s 250th Independence Day celebration on July 4, 2026, and we want to hear from artists, performers, makers, and creative groups who may want to participate.
The celebration will include a road race, an 11am parade (floats, float-making activities, and creative participants), live performances, and an arts & artisan market featuring visual artists and handmade businesses. This is an interest-gauging phase—no commitments yet, just curiosity and ideas.
We are seeking people who would like to bring their ideas to live for this fun community celebration.
Interested in learning more or helping out? Email office@monadnockartsalive.org
Arts Alive
monadnockartsalive.org/
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The Little Gallery at Town Hall
Westminster, MA
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Westminster now has a public art gallery open for showings by Westminster artists. "The Little Gallery at Town Hall" is now accepting applications from artists or artist groups who would like to exhibit 2-D work for a month-long show. For more information, visit the Town of Westminster website.
"The Little Gallery at Town Hall" is sponsored by the Westminster Cultural Council and the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
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A vibrant force advancing arts and culture in the Fitchburg community and in the North Central Massachusetts region.
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Ongoing Opportunities for Artists & Musicians | | |
The Arts Alliance has quarterly exhibits at the Hudson Town Hall, so if you are interested in a solo exhibit of your work, contact Danielle Moskowitz at (978) 562-1646 or dmoskowitz@upwitharts.org.
The Library is always looking for exhibitors to show their work in the Art Gallery. If you are interested in exhibiting as an individual or a group, please contact the Library Director, Kathleen D. Leslie at 978-632-5298 or kleslie@cwmars.org
The bank offers the opportunity for a small display of artwork at the 171 Main St. branch in Gardner. For more info, contact Monica Whitehouse at 978-632-9207.
Art & Music Instruction Opportunity
The West Boylston Arts Foundation (WBAF) is always looking for artists, crafters, or musicians that would like to offer workshops or classes.
Donating a portion of the course fee to the WBAF to support school arts & music would be most welcome.
If interested, please contact Mark Baldi (508) 767-2803 - work (508) 835-6489 - home
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There are many ways to volunteer! Please email info@galagardner.org to express your interest in helping out with our organization.
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Please send your news "publication ready" to news@galagardner.org. See previous newsletters for example formats and the type of info to provide. We strongly recommend that you include a digital image related to the news as well as your website address & links to any venues. Image filenames should include the name of the artist and the work. Please post your press releases online whenever possible and submit a link.
Submission deadline is the 23rd of each month for publication on the 1st of the following month.
Inclusion of items/announcements is always at the discretion of GALA, but inclusion of submissions from non-members is limited to information deemed to be of benefit to GALA members.
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GALA continues its efforts to put out an informational, entertaining newsletter every month to inform its members of recent, current and future art news.
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Gardner Area League of Artists
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