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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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Upcoming Art Critiques:
- Saturday, April 18, 10:00am-12:00pm
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, April 9, May 21, June 11, July 23
10:30am-12:30pm
Register here
Introduction to Painting with Premier Colored Pencils
Old Murdock School
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
Let's paint With quality pencils & paper! Learn the basics of painting with professional grade-colored pencils through in class demos, practice, and projects. Course material will cover basic tools and techniques for creating mini works of art.
Each class will include a lecture, demo, and class time to apply what you have learned. Topics include: supplies, pencil strokes, value, color matching through layering, burnishing, and use of solvent.
This is an introductory course for those who have little to no experience with colored pencils. No drawing skills required. You will be using Prisma Premier, professional quality-colored pencils. Pencils and paper will be included.
Materials you need to bring: Reference photos or an electronic device to view reference photos on (phone, Ipad, or laptop).
Three week series: All 3 weeks for only $60. Adults and teens 15+ are welcome.
Instructor: Laurie Bebick
Thursday, April 2
6:00-8:00pm
Register here
This program is funded in part by a grant from the Robinson Broadhurst Foundation
Monoprinting with Gelli Plates - Learn the Basics
Old Murdock School
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon
Monoprinting on Gelli plates is a fun and accessible way to create unique prints using a flexible, reusable surface that allows for creative expression without the need for a printing press. What is a Gelli plate?
A Gelli plate is a soft, gelatin-like printing surface made from non-toxic synthetic materials. It is designed for monoprinting, allowing artists to create one-of-a-kind prints by applying paint or ink directly onto the plate and then transferring the design onto paper. Gelli plates are durable, reusable, and easy to clean, making them a popular choice for both beginners and experienced artists. The process involves applying paint or ink to the plate, spreading it evenly with a brayer, and then pressing paper or other materials onto the surface to transfer the design. Thanks to the plate’s smooth and pliable texture, you can create detailed, layered prints with various colors and textures.
Monoprinting on Gelli plates is an enjoyable and creative process that allows for endless experimentation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced artist, Gelli plates provide a versatile medium for creating unique prints that can be used in various art projects, including collages and mixed media works. Enjoy exploring the possibilities, bring an attitude of curiosity! Suggestion: Use your prints as your journal covers. All Materials are Included, Bring your Lunch and some tight surgical gloves.
3 Hour Workshop - $35, Adults and teens (12+) may attend. Sign up now!
Instructor: Shara Osgood
Saturday, April 11, 11:00am- 2:00pm
Register here. Class is limited.
This program is funded in part by a grant from the Robinson Broadhurst Foundation
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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The work of Janet Dupuis will be on exhibit on the Village Art Show wall at Boulder Gallery, Fitchburg, MA. The exhibit, titled Mountains and Woodlands, will run through May 1.
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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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Art On The Line
ArtsWorcester, Worcester, MA
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Saturday, April 25, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Get tickets and help us make it a success
Our annual fundraising art sale is back, and tickets are now available!
How does it work? Artists donate small-scale, two dimensional artworks. We take your art and suspend it from the ceiling with old fashioned binder clips and string. Attendees line up no earlier than 4:00 PM to take their pick from the array of artworks, all priced at $20.
It’s fast-paced, fun, and absolutely off-the-wall -- and a wonderful way to add to your growing collection while keeping exhibitions at ArtsWorcester open and free to all.
Get tickets
ArtsWorcester
44 Portland Street, Worcester, MA 01608
508.755.5142
artsworcester.org
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Princeton Arts Presents
Princeton, MA
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Princeton Arts presents “Documentary Filmmaking”, a lecture by Michael Singh, on Friday, April 24, 7-8 p.m. at the Princeton Community Center, 206 Worcester Road, Princeton.
Michael’s presentation will include short clips from some of his award-winning documentary films. Listening to his explanations, viewers will learn how he turns raw footage into storylines. Examples will include excerpts from a "medical reality" episode he produced and wrote for the Discovery Channel; a controversial “essay film” on Islamophobia in Hollywood; and an autobiographical work-in-progress. He will end with five tips on how best to shoot with a smart phone, a tool even Hollywood directors are now using.
For more information visit:
princetonarts.org
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Why Is This Art?
Jaffrey Civic Center, Jaffrey, NH
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Ever wonder why artists create crazy abstraction instead of copying the realism behind the images? Want to know a bit more about the changes in artistic styles from the late nineteenth into the twentieth century? Four informal spring presentations by artist and retired professor Susan Wadsworth will welcome questions and challenges on the part of the audience at the Jaffrey Civic Center.
On Wednesday March 18 at 1:30 p.m, the series examined the development of Cubism: “Picasso and Braque and Cubism: Why is this art?” Why did Picasso and his friend Georges Braque want to flatten the space of his paintings? What were they thinking and what styles did they want to create? Can you figure out the puzzle of the still life and landscape forms in the paintings?
The second in the spring series will be at 1:30 on Wednesday April 22: “Georgia O’Keeffe and Early American Modernism. Why is this art?” O’Keeffe and others took the modernism of Europe and adapted it to the landscape motifs of North America. Can you see the sensuality and spirit beneath the abstraction?
The third presentation will be on Wednesday May 20th at 1:30: “Jackson Pollock and Mark Rothko: Why is this art?” Why did Pollock drip paint on his canvases, and what meaning is behind the colorful rectangles of Mark Rothko?
The fourth meeting will be Wednesday June 17 at 1:30: “Earthworks and Light: Why are these works art?” These large works like the Spiral Jetty in Utah and magical light experiences by James Turrell show new conceptions of art. Are they really art?
Susan Wadsworth is an artist and critic from Rindge. She has a Master of Fine Arts from Cranbrook Academy of Art and a MA in art history from Tufts. She taught art history and studio art in the Humanities Department at Fitchburg State for 27 years before retiring in 2019. She has made dozens of presentations on a wide variety of artistic styles and history, and her pastel works have been shown in numerous shows throughout New England. The series began last spring with a discussion of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism as well as the art and music of German Expressionism.
The series is free, but donations are welcome. The Jaffrey Civic Center is at 40 Main Street, Jaffrey NH. The galleries showing regional and solo shows are open W-F 12-5 and Saturdays 10-2.
For more information, please contact the Jaffrey Civic Center at
info@jaffreyciviccenter.com, call at 603-532-6527, or visit the Center’s website.
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Massachusetts Women's Caucus for Art
Fitchburg Art Museum, Fitchburg, MA
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The WCA MA has been invited to exhibit at the GALA art center. The group exhibition will be on view through April 25.
52 Murdock Ave, Winchendon, MA
Learn more about the WCA MA
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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. beginning April 10th and continuing through the end of May 2026. The opening reception will be held on April 12, from 2 to 4 p.m. “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, April 20, 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: Great Hall Art 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.
Indoor StoryWalk® — One Earth
Ongoing, April 3–30
Enjoy the indoor StoryWalk®, One Earth by Eileen Spinelli, an invitation to celebrate our planet and honor it through stewardship. For ages 4 and up, accompanied by an adult. Meet at the welcome desk.
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.
Nice and Easy Walks
Thursdays, April 2, 9, 23, & 30., 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. Note: there is no walk on April 16.
First Friday Flight Path Program: Nesting Birds Investigation Station. *
Friday, April 3, 3–5:30 p.m.
Come learn about nests, eggs, and feathers at our nesting birds investigation station. Meet at the welcome desk to see a wide range of egg replicas from a hummingbird to a bald eagle, and more! Co-sponsored by Montague Public Libraries as part of Flight Path bird programming all month long. For all ages.
Kidleidoscope Story Hour
Fridays, April 10, 17, & 24, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
For ages 3-6, accompanied by an adult. 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. Siblings and friends welcome. Meet in the Great Hall. April 10 — Chipmunks; April 17 — Flight Path Program: Osprey*; and April 24 — Who Lives in a Tree?
Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: The Uncles with special guest Eveline MacDougall
Friday, April 10, 7–9 p.m.
Join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local talent. The Uncles with special guest Eveline MacDougall perform a delightful mix of Folk, Rock, Country, and Jazz with several stringed instruments and four voices. Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations, in support of educational programming at the Center. Meet in the Great Hall. For all ages.
National Poetry Month Author Reading Featuring Bob McNeil
Saturday, April 11, 3–4 p.m.
Join us in celebration of National Poetry Month with Bob McNeil, writer, editor, cartoonist, and spoken-word artist, who recites with special guest musician Steve Koziol. In Bob’s single-author anthology Compositions on Compassion and Other Emotions, he explores the importance of love and hope in healing from the pandemic and endemic violence. Proceeds from this work fund the National Alliance to End Homelessness.
Steve Koziol, best known for playing in the bands Dingo Roi and Span of Sunshine, is a songwriter and musician, who has contributed guitar, keyboard, bass, alto sax, and vocal harmonies to many bands and performers throughout Hampshire and Franklin Counties. From youth to adults, all are welcome at this event, sponsored by the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center and RiverCulture.
Outdoor Story Walk®— 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. For ages 3 and up and anyone who loves migratory birds! Co-sponsored by Montague Public Libraries as part of Flight Path bird programming all month long.
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.
Flight Path Program: Bird Scavenger Hunt *
Saturday, April 18, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Let’s go find birds! Learn about common local bird species and join us on a quest to find birds both inside our habitat dioramas and outside on the Center’s grounds and along the Canalside Rail Trail. We’ll practice using binoculars, being quiet, and read the story Ruby’s Birds together. Wear clothing for mud season – sturdy shoes and layers. Meet in the Great Hall. For ages 4–9 and their families. Co-sponsored by Montague Public Libraries as part of Flight Path bird programming all month long.
Earth Week Investigation Station and Indoor StoryWalk® — One Earth
Ongoing, April 18 – 26
Join us at the welcome desk during school vacation week for activities to inspire taking care of where we live. Enjoy indoor and outdoor scavenger hunts, crafts, and activities to honor the Earth, our shared home. Includes the indoor StoryWalk® — One Earth by Eileen Spinelli, which is an invitation to both celebrate our planet and honor it through stewardship. For all ages.
Art Naturally – Bird Zines *
Sunday, April 19, 10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
Discover nature through story, poetry and art in our series of free art programs. Design a zine to celebrate ongoing bird migrations. Learn how to make an 8 or 16-page booklet from a single piece of paper, finding out how birds migrate along the way. For adults, teens, and children ages 6 and up (accompanied by an adult). All materials provided. Meet in the Great Hall at 10:30 a.m. for complete instructions.
A French / Breton Jam Session
Sunday, April 19, 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. Meet in the Great Hall. For all ages.
Flight Path Program: Montague Public Libraries Presents Window Decals for Birds*
Tuesday, April 21, 2–4 p.m.
Design your own window decals, inspired by local and migratory birds, and apply them to windows to reduce bird collisions. For ages 10 and up. Meet at the Carnegie Library at 201 Avenue A, Turners Falls. Sponsored by Montague Public Libraries as part of Flight Path bird programming all month long.
Earth Day and Flight Path Bird Migration Program: Should I Stay or Should I Go Now?*
Wednesday, April 22, 3–5 p.m.
Take a moment on Earth Day to explore and compare the different survival strategies of seasonal birds vs. year-round residents in this drop-in program. Learn how the activities of people impact bird migration and how you can make a difference! Enjoy both an outdoor StoryWalk® Ruby’s Birds and play an outdoor migration challenge game. Co-sponsored by Montague Public Libraries as part of Flight Path bird programming all month long. For ages 6-12 and their families. Meet in the Great Hall.
Webinar Talk With the Artists: All Our Relations – To Honor the Wampanoag Supreme Sachem Pometacomet on the 350th Anniversary of the Great Falls Massacre
Saturday, April 25, 7–9 p.m.
The Nolumbeka Project presents a talk via Zoom with Deborah Spears Moorehead (Seaconke Pokanoket Wampanoag), and Robert Peters (Mashpee Wampanoag), our Spring artists. Facilitated by David Brule. Deb and Robert speak about their art and share history about their ancestor Metacom. Meet them in person at the Great Falls Discovery Center where they will be Honored Guests for the Day of Remembrance proceedings on Saturday, May 16. Sponsored by the Nolumbeka Project. For Zoom registration visit nolumbekaproject.org/events. For youth and adults.
Great Hall Guest Speaker: King Philip’s War in Your Backyard 1675-76
Sunday, April 26, 2–3:30 p.m.
David Brule reviews the events that happened nearby in the central Connecticut River Valley starting in August 1675 and continuing into May 1676 and beyond. David focuses on the latest results of the National Park Service-sponsored study of the massacre at Peskeompskut falls and the Native counterattack over a 7-mile route through Greenfield. Learn from statements about the lasting impacts on local Tribes by modern-day Tribal participants in this 12-year study. For youth and adults. Sponsored by the Nolumbeka Project.
* Special “Flight Path” Programs
Look for the asterisk! Those bird programs are a special collaboration with the Great Falls Discovery Center, thanks to a Flight Path Grant from Star Net Libraries. For more information visit www.starnetlibraries.org.
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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Spring Meeting and Demonstration
Monadnock Area Artists Association, Keene, NH
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Monadnock Area Artists Association Spring Meeting and Demonstration
Saturday, March 21, 10am – 12Noon at the Hannah Grimes Center, 25 Roxbury Street, Keene, NH.
The Spring Meeting of Monadnock Area Artists Association will be held on Saturday March 21, from 10am - 12Noon and includes a demonstration by Jeanne Maguire Thieme. All area artists are encouraged to bring along a recent work to share as a conversation starter. The program starts with a brief business meeting followed by a demonstration by acclaimed watercolorist Jeanne Maguire Thieme. There will be a Swap Table for art supplies, and refreshments provided by artists Kate and Sue Beetle. FREE and Open to the Public, the gallery is handicapped accessible.
monadnockareaartists.org
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Make Art @ FAM
Fitchburg Art Museum, Fitchburg, MA
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Saturday, March 28
Drop in between 11 AM – 2 PM
Join us for free drop-in artmaking in the Art Place on Elm Studio, led by a FAM educator. Get inspired by artwork in our exhibitions, then create your own to take home! All ages are welcome and no experience is necessary. No sign-up is required to attend.
In this month’s Make Art @ FAM program, use paint and collage materials to create art that explores a sense of place! This program is based on the exhibition Kaleidoscope: 100 Years of Collecting for Our Community.
This program is generously supported by Rockland Trust and The Cathedral Fund.
More info
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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: Annual Spring Show
Princeton Arts Society, Princeton, MA
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Call For Artists
Princeton Arts 2026 Annual Spring Show
Opening Reception and Awards: Friday, May 1, 6-8:00pm
Gallery: Saturday and Sunday, May 2 & 3, 10:00am-4:00pm
Location: Princeton Community Center, 206 Worcester Rd, Princeton MA
Artist Eligibility: All members are invited to participate. Nonmembers may participate by becoming a member. (Membership: $30 for adults and $40 for families. Membership year runs from September 1 through August 31. Membership Form - last page of this document.)
Open to all two- and three-dimensional media.
Download the Call for Artists
Questions: contact@princetonarts.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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Go to our website to sign up for our newsletter and check out our calendar of events in the North Central region.
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 has achieved Constant Contact's All Star Award for 10 years in a row (2009-2018) for demonstrating best practices in the use of email marketing.
Award winners were selected from over 500,000 organizations in recognition for setting the standard of being a responsible, engaged, professional, and successful online marketer.
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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