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Upcoming Art Critiques:
- Saturday, November 15, 10:00am-12:30pm
- Saturday, December 13, 10:00am-12:30pm
- Saturday, January 10, 10:00am-12:30pm
- Saturday, February 7, 10:00am-12:30pm
All dates will be at the Stevens Memorial Library in Ashburnham.
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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Would you like to teach an art class or are you looking to find a specific art class to take?
We would like to introduce our new Event Coordinator, Meghan Whitehead. Meghan is an active GALA board member and is working on setting up more art related classes and workshops.
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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Russ Gaulin will be showing at the Center For Wound Care, Heywood Hospital, 252 Green Street, Gardner, MA, beginning May 5.
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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Megan Marden & Amanda Case Millis
Gardner, MA
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Recent Work by
Megan Marden & Amanda Case Millis
November 3 - December 6
Reception: Saturday, December 6, 12-2:00pm
Gallery Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00am-8:00pm
Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Open during Theatre events
Closed November 27, 28
For more information: j_miller@mwcc.mass.edu
Instagram: @mwccartdepartment
Follow artists on Instagram: @meganlmarden, @amandacmillis
The East Wing Gallery
Mount Wachusett Community College
444 Green Street, Gardner, MA
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Women's Caucus for Art Exhibition
Ashby, MA
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Massachusetts Women's Caucus for Art
Member Exhibition at 873 Cafe
The work of WCA MA member Dena Hengst will be on view at 873 Cafe through November. Join us for a reception on Sunday, November 16, 2-4pm.
873 Cafe
873 Main St, Ashby, MA
Work displayed by Dena Hengst.
Learn more about the WCA MA at www.wcamass.org
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Solid Gound: Nicole Bourgeois Williams
Lowell, MA
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Nicole Bourgeois Williams
Western Avenue Art Studio #447
Lowell, MA, 01851
Solid Ground Exhibit
Through November 21
Western Avenue Studios/Third Floor Mini Gallery
122 Western Avenue
Lowell, MA 01851
Sunday-Saturday 9am-5pm
Solid Ground is a collaboration of many artists who work and/or live in Western Avenue Studios and Lofts. The exhibit is to celebrate 20 years of artist studios and what it means to the artists to be working in this historic mill. Western Avenue Studios and Lofts is the largest Artist Community in New England with 370 creatives.
Nicole Bourgeois Williams is an assemblage sculptor at Western Avenue Art Studios #447. She is passionate about vintage and recycling, blending items from the past with discarded found objects to create Adventurous Robots, Whimsical Creatures and Art Dolls. Solid Ground to her is not just an amazing reclaimed building but also a supportive artist community that is continuously growing! Her show piece is "Sew Be It!". This piece displays an Adventurous Robot standing on top of an antique Singer sewing machine. The sewing machine is a representation of the building as the mill in past life was a manufacturing company of industrial fabric.
Please take some time to visit our amazing community of artists. The building is open Sunday-Saturday 9am-5pm. Each artist has their own studio hours so if you would like to visit one in particular please reach out to them. Western Avenue directory
Western Avenue Studios has Open Studios monthly, every first Saturday.
Explore Five floors of working art studios, two floors of artists lofts, a coffee shop, a co-op art gallery, a food truck and a brewery.
It's an experience that you don't want to miss!
Nicole Bourgeois Williams
Current Exhibit:
Hello My Name Is
Western Avenue Studios/ Fourth Floor
122 Western Avenue
Lowell, Ma 01851
August 30- October 6
Upcoming Exhibit:
The Quiet Between
Western Avenue Studios/ Fourth Floor
122 Western Avenue
Lowell, Ma 01851
Opening Mid-October
More information:
Website: Nikki's Rabbit Hole
Instagram: Nikki's Rabbit Hole Instagram
Facebook: Nikki's Rabbit Hole Facebook
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November Reception
ArtsWorcester, Worcester, MA
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Join us for our November Reception
Small Works 2025: A Members' Exhibition
Virginia Mahoney: Holding Thoughts
Public reception: Friday, November 7, 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Both exhibitions on view November 5 through December 15, 2025
Our November Reception celebrates two new shows! In the West Gallery, Small Works 2025 features miniature artworks from our artist members. All works are 10" x 10" or under. In the East Gallery, artist Virginia Mahoney intertwines themes of life and memory in her solo exhibition Holding Thoughts. Her delicate vessel-like forms captivate with explorations of life and memory.
The November Reception event is free and open to the public. A cash bar will be available.
See event details
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Signature Members in Pastel
Jaffrey Civic Center, Jaffrey, NH
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Jaffrey Civic Center presents: Palette of Prestige: Signature Members in Pastel
November 7 - December 20, 2025
Jaffrey Civic Center is hosting the Palette of Prestige: Pastel Society of NH Signature Members exhibition November 7-December 20th, with an Opening Reception on November 15, 2025 at 5-7 pm. This exhibition of pastel features award winning artists that belong to the Pastel Society of New Hampshire. Featured artists include: Sharon Boisvert, Terri Brooks, Carol Corliss, Keith Demanche, Mary Ann Eldred, Wolfgang Ertl, Joelle Feldman, Paula Fraser, Susanne Larkham, Shuk Susan Lee, Mena Levit, Maryann Mullett, Lisa Regopoulos.
This exhibition is a unique blend of work in soft pastel including a variety of subject matter including landscape, animals and nocturnes. There are twentyfive pieces in the show, all of which are for sale.
This show features award winning artists, some of which are Master Circle Members of IAPS (International Association of Pastels), Pastel Society of America members, and have been featured in art magazines and have received awards in the highly competitive Pastel 100 Art Magazine Competition.
Don’t miss this spectacular show!
The Jaffrey Civic Center’s hours are Wednesdays – Fridays 12:00 – 5:00 pm, and Saturdays 10:00 – 2:00 pm.
The Jaffrey Civic Center is located at 40 Main Street in Jaffrey, NH, and is open 12:00 to 5:00 pm, on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturdays. For more information, head to their website: www.jaffreyciviccenter.com
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.
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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 am-4 pm
- Wednesdays-Sundays, 10 am-5:30 pm
- Open Tuesday, Nov. 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Closed Thursday, Nov. 27
- Open, Friday, Nov. 28, 10 a.m.-5:30 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: Day of the Dead Altar
Ongoing, October 11 – November 2
View a Day of the Dead Altar built by local families with support from the Heartwing Center. Learn about the tradition of leaving messages of love to honor and commemorate loved ones. For all ages.
Great Hall Exhibit: Migrations
Ongoing, October 18 – November 22
Migrations paintings, curated by GuateMaya Art and Culture Connection, celebrate the human and natural diversity of the upper Connecticut River Valley and the Americas. Colorful works depict scenes integral to village life, Mayan culture, and the history of Lake Atitlan in Guatemala. For all ages.
Deep Roots: A History of Agriculture in the Connecticut River Valley *
Ongoing, Hallway Gallery Exhibit
The PVMA exhibit in our hallway gallery explores the history of agriculture in our fertile floodplain valley--from Indigenous land use before English settlement to today’s Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) movement. For youth and adults. Funded by PVMA and Mass Humanities through the Massachusetts Cultural Council and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Outdoor StoryWalk® — Thanks to the Animals
Ongoing, November 7—January 1
Enjoy a story, fresh air and exercise! Join us on the Discovery Center’s grounds for a free self-guided StoryWalk® featuring Thanks to the Animals, by Allen Sockabasin. For young readers ages 6—8 and anyone grateful for wildlife and storytelling. Follow the path to book pages posted along the route.
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, November 6, 13, & 20, 1—2 p.m.
Easy-paced, 1 to 2-mile guided walk, along the Canalside Rail Trail or downtown Turners Falls, geared for seniors, but open to all. Enjoy 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.
First Friday: The Great Scavenger Hunt Challenge
Friday, November 7, 3— 5:30 p.m.
Join us for a self-guided scavenger hunt adventure to test your spotting skills in our Connecticut River watershed habitat dioramas. How many animals, trees, and plants can you find? Scavenger hunt worksheets will range from fun and easy to extra super hard where camouflage is the name of the game! Meet at the welcome desk.
The Nolumbeka Project Presents: Full Beaver Moon Gathering
Saturday, November 8, 1—3 p.m.
The Nolumbeka Project presents the annual Full Beaver Moon Gathering with guest speaker Willow Greene, Abenaki elder and award-winning storyteller. Raffle drawing. Free admission and all ages are welcome. For more information about the event visit nolumbekaproject.org. Meet in the Great Hall.
Great Falls Coffeehouse Presents: Juggler Meadow String Band
Friday, November 14, 7—9 p.m.
Join us for the Friends of the Great Falls Discovery Center’s concert series featuring local band, Juggler Meadow String Band. They rock and Groove! Roll with Soul! Twang and Bang! Refreshments available. Sliding scale suggested donations, all in support of educational programming at the Great Falls Discovery Center. For all ages. Meet in the Great Hall.
Make a Fairy House
Saturday, November 15, 10:30 a.m.—12 p.m.
Join Montague Public Libraries staff at the Great Falls Discovery Center to build a fairy house! Use natural and recycled materials to create a magical home for the fair folk. This program is for kids and teens, ages 3–16, and their caregivers. Meet in the Great Hall.
Kidleidoscope Story Hour
Fridays, 11/21: Moose; 11/28: Thanks to the Animals, 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 welcome. Meet in the Great Hall.
Wildflowers in Winter
Saturday, November 22, 1—2:30 p.m.
Embrace the identification challenge of matching summer wildflowers with their winter attire with naturalist Dawn Marvin Ward. Learn how through photographs, clues, and hands-on exploration to expand your knowledge of the winter landscape. Discover the amazing variety of shapes, forms and textures, learn lore and legend of our local plants, and gain an appreciation of wildflowers in their dormant state. Dawn is an educator and naturalist who has been sharing her knowledge and appreciation of nature for over 20 years. Note: This program is not a hike, specimens will be available inside. Meet in the Great Hall.
A French/Breton Jam Session
Sunday, November 23, 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. Meet in the Great Hall.
Gratitude After Gravy Walk
Friday, November 28, 1—2:30 p.m.
Get moving this holiday weekend and connect with nature and local history! Join us for a leisurely walk along the Canalside Rail Trail. The walk is about 3 miles long, on a level paved surface. Makes for an easy stroll for adults and children ages 8 and up. Be prepared for cold weather, dress in layers. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. Walk begins at the front entrance to the Great Falls Discovery Center. Inclement weather or icy trail conditions cancels.
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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Fabric & Fiber Support Group
Mill Hollow Works, 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.
More info
November 2, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
United Church of Christ in Keene
23 Central Square
Keene, NH USA
$15
Mill Hollow Works, LLC
(603) 852-6827
heather@millhollowworks.org
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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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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 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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