Cultural Events in Western Connecticut

Every Friday morning at 7am our All Levels Yoga class will meet together for a 75 minute yoga practice. This practice is intended to not only increase flexibility in the body, but in the mind as well. Yoga brings wellness and unity to the entire being, mind, body and soul.

While we do recommend some foundational yoga experience, all are welcome to join this class as props and modifications can be used to make this practice accessible for all!

Oliver Tobin will lead the class through pranayama (breath work), dhyana (meditation), and asana (physical yoga postures) with an upbeat attitude and an open heart.

Member:

Online - $15

At the Door - $20

Non-Members:

Online - $20

At the Door - $25

Oliver Tobin is a former dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company, where he performed leading roles in Appalachian Spring, Clytemnestra, Diversion of Angels, El Penitente, and Embattled Garden, among others. Oliver graduated from the American Musical & Dramatic Academy, The Sivananda Yoga Institute, and Empire State College.

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

It’s a new year and time for A New Start. Think about moving forward with a new outlook and new creative endeavors and show us something fresh and fun!

“Full Spectrum” Open Juried Show

January 17 Friday – February 2, Sunday 2025

Opening Reception Saturday January 18, 2-4PM, with light refreshments and wine.

All are welcome to attend!

Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio

New Milford Commission on the Arts

11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776

860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com

Open Friday & Saturday 12 noon -6pm and Sunday 10am-4pm

 Gallery 25 Announces “Full Spectrum” Open Call For Artists

Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio are issuing an Open Call for artists who wish to take part in “Full Spectrum”, an open juried art show that will run from January 17 to February 2, 2025. Artists are invited to prepare up to 4 images. Entry fee is $20 per artwork and each artist must have a W-9 form. Visit Gallery25ct.com and enter your submissions. Artwork delivery date is Sunday January 12th. All work must be for sale and there is a 30% commission.

Terry Tougas, G25 Director, says, “Our annual open juried is always an exciting event. We receive artworks in varied genres and it’s exhilarating to walk through the gallery and enjoy them”.

The public is invited to attend the reception for “Full Spectrum” on January 18 (snow date: January 19th Sunday) from 2-4pm and awards will be announced at 3pm. Wine and light refreshments will be served along with stunning artworks.

Artists with any questions about the submission process can email Gallery25newmilfordct@gmail.com.

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering many enjoyable activities, among them well-reviewed restaurants, pubs and unique shops, as well as an Art Deco movie theater, an innovative playhouse, Theaterworks, and a historical New England green. So plan an interesting weekend in our fine town!

G25 is a high-quality art gallery that boasts 21 members who exhibit work of all genres. G25 is open Friday and Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4.

G25 wishes to thank the town of New Milford and the New Milford Commission on the Arts for their continued generous support.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Gallery25 and Creative Arts Studio.

🎨 Full Spectrum Community Art Show 🌈

We're thrilled to announce Full Spectrum, an exciting open juried art show featuring incredible works by artists from across Connecticut and parts of New York! From stunning pastels and digital paintings to vibrant watercolors, fiber art, acrylic pours, and oil paintings, this exhibition celebrates the diversity and creativity of our artistic community.

🗓 Show Dates:

Friday, Jan 17 - Sunday, Feb 2

📍 Location: Gallery 25 & Creative Arts Studio, 11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT

🎉 Opening Reception:

Saturday, January 18 from 2-4pm

(With a snow date on January 19)

✨ Awards Announcement: 3:30pm

Join us for an afternoon of art, wine, light refreshments, and the chance to meet the talented artists behind the stunning pieces! This is a free event open to the public, and we can't wait to see you there. 🥂

⏰ Gallery Hours:

Friday & Saturday: 12-6pm

Sunday: 10-4pm

📞 Contact Info: 860-355-6009

💻 Visit us online at: gallery25ct.com

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for updates and sneak peeks!

We look forward to celebrating art and creativity with you all! 🌟

Unclaimed Land is an exhibition of sumi paintings by Bob Keating of Southbury, Connecticut. Free and open to the public. The exhibition runs weekdays through March 28th, 8:30 am - 5 pm (closed weekends, closed Presidents Day.) In the event of significant snow, please check our website for closings. 

Bob Keating is a sculptor and painter whose work evokes personal placemaking and spaces accessible only by the imagination. Keating’s original sumi ink paintings will be on view in the gallery, and archival, limited edition prints will be available for purchase, printed by Still River Editions. 

Image: Village © Bob Keating

The Ridgefield Theater Barn is thrilled to present its inaugural production of Bandwidth, a showcase for local musical talent. On January 17, 2025, at 8pm three local bands will play one set each. Similar to Piano Barn, RTB is offering a stage to musicians in the spirit of artistic expression and community spirit, while featuring its signature cabaret-style tables for guests to bring their own food and drink to enjoy before and during the show.

The RTB is thrilled to announce its inaugural Bandwidth showcase, including local bands Tony & the West Siders and Rojo. This event celebrates artistic expression and fosters community spirit, inviting friends to come together and enjoy great music.

Yoga with Paul Jaehnig on Saturday mornings at 9:30am

*FREE*

The practice of yoga provides an opportunity for all to improve their physical and mental well-being. It is something you can do all your life or start at any time in your life. Our yoga practice at the JCC in Sherman will be a group meeting with warm-up exercises, a comfortable series of yoga postures or asanas, yoga breathing or pranayama, and relaxation /meditation. Following the completion of the practice, there will be some time to chit-chat and socialize.

9:45 AM Saturday, January 18, 2025 in the Meeting Room

Experience the deep, meditative practice of Yin Yoga, designed to enhance flexibility and release tension. In this class, you'll hold passive poses for extended periods, allowing your muscles to relax and your connective tissues to gently stretch. This slow-paced practice targets the body's deeper tissues, promoting joint health and increasing circulation. Each pose is held with mindfulness, encouraging a calm and introspective state. Yin Yoga is suitable for all levels, offering a perfect balance to more dynamic forms of yoga and providing a profound sense of relaxation and rejuvenation. Suitable for all levels, please bring a yoga mat or towel. Please register in advance as space is limited.

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

It’s a new year and time for A New Start. Think about moving forward with a new outlook and new creative endeavors and show us something fresh and fun!

“Full Spectrum” Open Juried Show

January 17 Friday – February 2, Sunday 2025

Opening Reception Saturday January 18, 2-4PM, with light refreshments and wine.

All are welcome to attend!

Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio

New Milford Commission on the Arts

11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776

860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com

Open Friday & Saturday 12 noon -6pm and Sunday 10am-4pm

 Gallery 25 Announces “Full Spectrum” Open Call For Artists

Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio are issuing an Open Call for artists who wish to take part in “Full Spectrum”, an open juried art show that will run from January 17 to February 2, 2025. Artists are invited to prepare up to 4 images. Entry fee is $20 per artwork and each artist must have a W-9 form. Visit Gallery25ct.com and enter your submissions. Artwork delivery date is Sunday January 12th. All work must be for sale and there is a 30% commission.

Terry Tougas, G25 Director, says, “Our annual open juried is always an exciting event. We receive artworks in varied genres and it’s exhilarating to walk through the gallery and enjoy them”.

The public is invited to attend the reception for “Full Spectrum” on January 18 (snow date: January 19th Sunday) from 2-4pm and awards will be announced at 3pm. Wine and light refreshments will be served along with stunning artworks.

Artists with any questions about the submission process can email Gallery25newmilfordct@gmail.com.

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering many enjoyable activities, among them well-reviewed restaurants, pubs and unique shops, as well as an Art Deco movie theater, an innovative playhouse, Theaterworks, and a historical New England green. So plan an interesting weekend in our fine town!

G25 is a high-quality art gallery that boasts 21 members who exhibit work of all genres. G25 is open Friday and Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4.

G25 wishes to thank the town of New Milford and the New Milford Commission on the Arts for their continued generous support.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Gallery25 and Creative Arts Studio.

🎨 Full Spectrum Community Art Show 🌈

We're thrilled to announce Full Spectrum, an exciting open juried art show featuring incredible works by artists from across Connecticut and parts of New York! From stunning pastels and digital paintings to vibrant watercolors, fiber art, acrylic pours, and oil paintings, this exhibition celebrates the diversity and creativity of our artistic community.

🗓 Show Dates:

Friday, Jan 17 - Sunday, Feb 2

📍 Location: Gallery 25 & Creative Arts Studio, 11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT

🎉 Opening Reception:

Saturday, January 18 from 2-4pm

(With a snow date on January 19)

✨ Awards Announcement: 3:30pm

Join us for an afternoon of art, wine, light refreshments, and the chance to meet the talented artists behind the stunning pieces! This is a free event open to the public, and we can't wait to see you there. 🥂

⏰ Gallery Hours:

Friday & Saturday: 12-6pm

Sunday: 10-4pm

📞 Contact Info: 860-355-6009

💻 Visit us online at: gallery25ct.com

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for updates and sneak peeks!

We look forward to celebrating art and creativity with you all! 🌟

Join us for a Studio Affair

Saturday, January 18th

21+ 6:30 - 10:00PM - Free

Unleash Your Inner Artist

Express your Creativity

Bring your Passion

Do you have a craving to unleash your creativity but aren't sure where to start? Well, look no further! We aim to create a vibrant space for our community to gather, socialize with friends, and even make new ones. Our focus is on inclusivity and fostering creativity.

If you're already working on a masterpiece, feel free to bring it along and showcase your skills. You don't have to be a professional artist to join in; all you need is the passion to create. Just bring your enthusiasm, and we'll supply a variety of materials for you to play around with.

Spread the word, invite your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable experience! Plus, if you're feeling thirsty, don't forget to bring your own beverages.

Located at 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT

(860) 354-4318

https://www.villagecenterarts.org/things-to-do-calendar

Featuring:

Bernie Kaplan | Riva Jean | Holly McNerney | Bruce Carroll

A night of music meant to uplift and bring you HOPE.

“Full Spectrum” Open Juried Show

January 17 Friday – February 2, Sunday 2025

Opening Reception Saturday January 18, 2-4PM, with light refreshments and wine.

All are welcome to attend!

Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio

New Milford Commission on the Arts

11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT 06776

860-355-6009 * gallery25ct.com

Open Friday & Saturday 12 noon -6pm and Sunday 10am-4pm

 Gallery 25 Announces “Full Spectrum” Open Call For Artists

Gallery 25 and Creative Arts Studio are issuing an Open Call for artists who wish to take part in “Full Spectrum”, an open juried art show that will run from January 17 to February 2, 2025. Artists are invited to prepare up to 4 images. Entry fee is $20 per artwork and each artist must have a W-9 form. Visit Gallery25ct.com and enter your submissions. Artwork delivery date is Sunday January 12th. All work must be for sale and there is a 30% commission.

Terry Tougas, G25 Director, says, “Our annual open juried is always an exciting event. We receive artworks in varied genres and it’s exhilarating to walk through the gallery and enjoy them”.

The public is invited to attend the reception for “Full Spectrum” on January 18 (snow date: January 19th Sunday) from 2-4pm and awards will be announced at 3pm. Wine and light refreshments will be served along with stunning artworks.

Artists with any questions about the submission process can email Gallery25newmilfordct@gmail.com.

New Milford is an exciting destination, offering many enjoyable activities, among them well-reviewed restaurants, pubs and unique shops, as well as an Art Deco movie theater, an innovative playhouse, Theaterworks, and a historical New England green. So plan an interesting weekend in our fine town!

G25 is a high-quality art gallery that boasts 21 members who exhibit work of all genres. G25 is open Friday and Saturday 12-6 and Sunday 10-4.

G25 wishes to thank the town of New Milford and the New Milford Commission on the Arts for their continued generous support.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @Gallery25 and Creative Arts Studio.

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

🎨 Full Spectrum Community Art Show 🌈

We're thrilled to announce Full Spectrum, an exciting open juried art show featuring incredible works by artists from across Connecticut and parts of New York! From stunning pastels and digital paintings to vibrant watercolors, fiber art, acrylic pours, and oil paintings, this exhibition celebrates the diversity and creativity of our artistic community.

🗓 Show Dates:

Friday, Jan 17 - Sunday, Feb 2

📍 Location: Gallery 25 & Creative Arts Studio, 11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT

🎉 Opening Reception:

Saturday, January 18 from 2-4pm

(With a snow date on January 19)

✨ Awards Announcement: 3:30pm

Join us for an afternoon of art, wine, light refreshments, and the chance to meet the talented artists behind the stunning pieces! This is a free event open to the public, and we can't wait to see you there. 🥂

⏰ Gallery Hours:

Friday & Saturday: 12-6pm

Sunday: 10-4pm

📞 Contact Info: 860-355-6009

💻 Visit us online at: gallery25ct.com

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for updates and sneak peeks!

We look forward to celebrating art and creativity with you all! 🌟

Learn more here

Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog have started an epic club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics! Their fishy father Flippy is overjoyed that his kids will learn to unleash their creativity, but when the frogs’ constant bickering and outrageous imaginations send their comics comically off the rails, Flippy flips out! Will the club survive? Will the frogs ever get along? And will creativity finally save the day? All will be answered in this madcap musical based on Dav Pilkey’s irreverently hilarious book series.

This hilarious musical adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s Dog Man spin-off series, Cat Kid Comic Club, is written by Kevin Del Aguila and Brad Alexander – the team that brought you DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL!

Recommended for Ages 6 -10 / Grades 1 – 5.

Part of the Xfinity Family Series

It’s a new year and time for A New Start. Think about moving forward with a new outlook and new creative endeavors and show us something fresh and fun!

Learn more here

Cat Kid and Molly Pollywog have started an epic club to teach 21 rambunctious baby frogs how to make their own comics! Their fishy father Flippy is overjoyed that his kids will learn to unleash their creativity, but when the frogs’ constant bickering and outrageous imaginations send their comics comically off the rails, Flippy flips out! Will the club survive? Will the frogs ever get along? And will creativity finally save the day? All will be answered in this madcap musical based on Dav Pilkey’s irreverently hilarious book series.

This hilarious musical adaptation of Dav Pilkey’s Dog Man spin-off series, Cat Kid Comic Club, is written by Kevin Del Aguila and Brad Alexander – the team that brought you DOG MAN: THE MUSICAL!

Recommended for Ages 6 -10 / Grades 1 – 5.

Part of the Xfinity Family Series

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

Acts of Beauty - A Celebration of Community

January 19, 2025 - 2:00 - 5:00PM

Location at Jim Felice Studios/Trailer Box Project - Bethel Connecticut

An open house in the studio, art work on display in the Gallery

Live Music in the Studio featuring two bands!

Lys Guillorn and the Void Kittens

The Sawtelles

Throughout her long and storied life, Rachel “Bunny” Mellon’s greatest passion was garden design. She and her husband, Paul Mellon, one of the wealthiest men in America, maintained homes in New York, Cape Cod, Nantucket, Antigua, and Upperville, Virginia, and she designed the gardens at all of them.

Join us at the Ridgefield Library on Sunday, January 19th at 2:00 pm as award-winning landscape designer Jennifer Yates shares Bunny’s magical gardens. Jennifer studied horticulture and landscape architecture at the New York Botanical Gardens and is certified by the Northeast Organic Farming Association.

Please register.

Love-Art-Play.com is a New Milford, CT based non-profit 503-C arts organization which will be presenting Kimberly Wilson in her original one-woman show, “A Journey.” This touring production has been performed nationally since 2012. In 2016 she was awarded the Best Playwright Award at the Atlanta Black Theatre Festival for her one-woman show.

“A Journey" brings to life seven historical Black women, from seven pivotal generations, who present to you their stories through song, movement and dialogue and how ultimately their faith, hope and calling helped shape the American we know today. Joyful celebrations and painful reflections are rendered artistically to tell a story of persistence, courage and how Black Women’s history, not alway woven into the tapestry of American history, is an integral part of the thread that holds together the fabric of American life.

Included in this journey are reflections from an African Queen, Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, Rosa Parks and more.

After each performance Ms. Wilson invites the audience to remain for a talk-back which extends the wealth of this theatrical experience. Audience members have the opportunity to share their feedback and stories as well.

AS we celebrate these historical Black women’s stories and their journeys as a tribute to honor Black History month. let us also celebrate our journeys. We must live, love and treasure each other, for this is also our journey as well.

Jeanine Chayka of Inspired Vibrations is ready to take you on a journey of relaxation, rejuvenation, and soul nourishment. With a combination of guided meditation and sound vibrations, she activates your mind and body to unwind, letting go of pesky stressors and emotional baggage. It is time to let your inner Zen shine! Register and join her for a sound-tastic adventure.

Jeanine is a certified Practitioner of Sound and Vibrational Therapies, certified Practitioner in Reiki Energy 1 & 2 and Meditation guide. 

Full Session and Pop Up Classes Available

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

Mondays & Tuesdays at 1:30pm.

Please bring your own mat and any props you might need!

This 1 hour class is appropriate for all levels, beginner to advanced. Alternates, modifications and advancements are available for every pose offered in this class to keep it both enjoyable and beneficial for all!

This class is donation based or, “Pay What You Can.” Pay what you can is exactly what it sounds like, you can attend this class & contribute what you can; from paying nothing, to a dollar, to five dollars, to twenty-two dollars & anything in between.

YOU ARE WELCOME HERE!

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

Unclaimed Land is an exhibition of sumi paintings by Bob Keating of Southbury, Connecticut. Free and open to the public. The exhibition runs weekdays through March 28th, 8:30 am - 5 pm (closed weekends, closed Presidents Day.) In the event of significant snow, please check our website for closings. 

Bob Keating is a sculptor and painter whose work evokes personal placemaking and spaces accessible only by the imagination. Keating’s original sumi ink paintings will be on view in the gallery, and archival, limited edition prints will be available for purchase, printed by Still River Editions. 

Image: Village © Bob Keating

Frank Tosto creates local and NYC scenes using graphite and colored pencil. Don't miss this wonderful, innovative art show.

Jeanine Chayka of Inspired Vibrations is ready to take you on a journey of relaxation, rejuvenation, and soul nourishment. With a combination of guided meditation and sound vibrations, she activates your mind and body to unwind, letting go of pesky stressors and emotional baggage. It is time to let your inner Zen shine! Register and join her for a sound-tastic adventure.

Jeanine is a certified Practitioner of Sound and Vibrational Therapies, certified Practitioner in Reiki Energy 1 & 2 and Meditation guide. 

Full Session and Pop Up Classes Available

Gentle Mindfulness Yoga 

Let Dawn guide you through gentle yoga moves that are perfect for all levels. Learn breathing and relaxation techniques to take off the mat and out into the real world. Enjoy some stretching and leave class feeling calm and rejuvenated! 

Dawn will then lead you through a gentle, slow flow yoga planned carefully to help the body and mind release tension. Modifications are offered during all classes so that new students as well as seasoned yogis or yoginis can benefit from this nurturing practice.

Breathing techniques designed to alleviate stress both on and off the mat (in the real world, where let's face it most stress happens) will be taught and practiced.

Classes will incorporate the principles of mediation and mindfulness. The goal of this class is that you feel relaxed, rejuvenated and centered when you leave class. Additionally these skills can often help you to manage situational stress/anxiety/tension as it occurs once you step off your mat and head back into the real world.

No yoga or meditation experience necessary. Bring your own yoga mat and a small blanket or beach towel.

Requirements:

Comfortable clothing, your own yoga mat, yoga strap

Instructor:

Dawn Delpha

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

Mondays & Tuesdays at 1:30pm.

Please bring your own mat and any props you might need!

This 1 hour class is appropriate for all levels, beginner to advanced. Alternates, modifications and advancements are available for every pose offered in this class to keep it both enjoyable and beneficial for all!

This class is donation based or, “Pay What You Can.” Pay what you can is exactly what it sounds like, you can attend this class & contribute what you can; from paying nothing, to a dollar, to five dollars, to twenty-two dollars & anything in between.

YOU ARE WELCOME HERE!

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

Unclaimed Land is an exhibition of sumi paintings by Bob Keating of Southbury, Connecticut. Free and open to the public. The exhibition runs weekdays through March 28th, 8:30 am - 5 pm (closed weekends, closed Presidents Day.) In the event of significant snow, please check our website for closings. 

Bob Keating is a sculptor and painter whose work evokes personal placemaking and spaces accessible only by the imagination. Keating’s original sumi ink paintings will be on view in the gallery, and archival, limited edition prints will be available for purchase, printed by Still River Editions. 

Image: Village © Bob Keating

Frank Tosto creates local and NYC scenes using graphite and colored pencil. Don't miss this wonderful, innovative art show.

Join us for Yoga Flow with Kristy Liesegang with this 60-minute class

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-5:30pm at The Meetinghouse

To register, please sign up here:

https://www.momoyoga.com/manifestwellnessnow/schedule

Children will explore with paint, oil pastels, clay and other medium to create their own masterpieces. They will complete and take home a different art project each week!

Requirements:

Clothes that you don't mind getting paint on!

Coordinator:

Roberta Baker

Planning for your health care and long-term care can feel overwhelming — but it doesn’t have to be.

Join us for an empowering presentation and panel discussion featuring experts in the fields of advocacy, health insurance, healthcare and elder law.

The presenters will share real-life client stories, offer practical advice and provide actionable steps to help you take charge of your health care planning. Whether you’re preparing for your future or advocating for a loved one, this program will leave you feeling informed and empowered.

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

Gentle Mindfulness Yoga 

Let Dawn guide you through gentle yoga moves that are perfect for all levels. Learn breathing and relaxation techniques to take off the mat and out into the real world. Enjoy some stretching and leave class feeling calm and rejuvenated! 

Dawn will then lead you through a gentle, slow flow yoga planned carefully to help the body and mind release tension. Modifications are offered during all classes so that new students as well as seasoned yogis or yoginis can benefit from this nurturing practice.

Breathing techniques designed to alleviate stress both on and off the mat (in the real world, where let's face it most stress happens) will be taught and practiced.

Classes will incorporate the principles of mediation and mindfulness. The goal of this class is that you feel relaxed, rejuvenated and centered when you leave class. Additionally these skills can often help you to manage situational stress/anxiety/tension as it occurs once you step off your mat and head back into the real world.

No yoga or meditation experience necessary. Bring your own yoga mat and a small blanket or beach towel.

Requirements:

Comfortable clothing, your own yoga mat, yoga strap

Instructor:

Dawn Delpha

It’s a new year and time for A New Start. Think about moving forward with a new outlook and new creative endeavors and show us something fresh and fun!

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

Unclaimed Land is an exhibition of sumi paintings by Bob Keating of Southbury, Connecticut. Free and open to the public. The exhibition runs weekdays through March 28th, 8:30 am - 5 pm (closed weekends, closed Presidents Day.) In the event of significant snow, please check our website for closings. 

Bob Keating is a sculptor and painter whose work evokes personal placemaking and spaces accessible only by the imagination. Keating’s original sumi ink paintings will be on view in the gallery, and archival, limited edition prints will be available for purchase, printed by Still River Editions. 

Image: Village © Bob Keating

Mindful Yoga and Meditation

Extra long yoga class with Dawn designed to release tension through yoga and breath work. Yogic philosophies will be touched on and guided meditation will be incorporated into each class. Gentle yoga positions will help you stretch and relax with modifications given for each yoga pose.

No yoga or meditation experience necessary. Bring your own yoga mat and a small blanket or beach towel.

Requirements:

Comfortable clothing, your own yoga mat, yoga strap

Instructor:

Dawn Delpha

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

It’s a new year and time for A New Start. Think about moving forward with a new outlook and new creative endeavors and show us something fresh and fun!

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

Join us as we chat with the New York Times bestselling author, Amanda Montell about her newest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality.

Unclaimed Land is an exhibition of sumi paintings by Bob Keating of Southbury, Connecticut. Free and open to the public. The exhibition runs weekdays through March 28th, 8:30 am - 5 pm (closed weekends, closed Presidents Day.) In the event of significant snow, please check our website for closings. 

Bob Keating is a sculptor and painter whose work evokes personal placemaking and spaces accessible only by the imagination. Keating’s original sumi ink paintings will be on view in the gallery, and archival, limited edition prints will be available for purchase, printed by Still River Editions. 

Image: Village © Bob Keating

Join us for Yoga Flow with Kristy Liesegang with this 60-minute class

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-5:30pm at The Meetinghouse

To register, please sign up here:

https://www.momoyoga.com/manifestwellnessnow/schedule

Come play music, recite poetry, tell a story, or show off another talent!

Keep in mind this is an all ages event in a public venue. We trust you to make good choices about appropriate material.

This is an LGBTQIA+ inclusive and welcoming event series. No cover fee but minimum one drink purchased required (show Molten some love, y’all!)

Performance slots are assigned on a first come, first served basis IN PERSON. No times will be held or assigned before the event starts. Get there early to grab your spot!

Have you ever wondered if the fox in your backyard is dangerous? Is it a coyote or a wolf? What about the loud animal screaming you heard at night? We are here to answer your questions! Woodcock Nature Center Animal Curator, Jennifer Bradshaw and Christine Peyreigne, licensed wildlife rehabilitator and owner of Christine’s Critters in Weston, team up to educate the community on how to coexist with wildlife, how to properly handle injured wildlife situations and provide proper contact info for all wildlife and animal-related scenarios. Topics will also include wildlife rehab, common animals in Connecticut, and who/when to call for help. There will also be animal mounts, furs, and LIVE animals!

Every Friday morning at 7am our All Levels Yoga class will meet together for a 75 minute yoga practice. This practice is intended to not only increase flexibility in the body, but in the mind as well. Yoga brings wellness and unity to the entire being, mind, body and soul.

While we do recommend some foundational yoga experience, all are welcome to join this class as props and modifications can be used to make this practice accessible for all!

Oliver Tobin will lead the class through pranayama (breath work), dhyana (meditation), and asana (physical yoga postures) with an upbeat attitude and an open heart.

Member:

Online - $15

At the Door - $20

Non-Members:

Online - $20

At the Door - $25

Oliver Tobin is a former dancer with the Martha Graham Dance Company, where he performed leading roles in Appalachian Spring, Clytemnestra, Diversion of Angels, El Penitente, and Embattled Garden, among others. Oliver graduated from the American Musical & Dramatic Academy, The Sivananda Yoga Institute, and Empire State College.

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

It’s a new year and time for A New Start. Think about moving forward with a new outlook and new creative endeavors and show us something fresh and fun!

🎨 Full Spectrum Community Art Show 🌈

We're thrilled to announce Full Spectrum, an exciting open juried art show featuring incredible works by artists from across Connecticut and parts of New York! From stunning pastels and digital paintings to vibrant watercolors, fiber art, acrylic pours, and oil paintings, this exhibition celebrates the diversity and creativity of our artistic community.

🗓 Show Dates:

Friday, Jan 17 - Sunday, Feb 2

📍 Location: Gallery 25 & Creative Arts Studio, 11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT

🎉 Opening Reception:

Saturday, January 18 from 2-4pm

(With a snow date on January 19)

✨ Awards Announcement: 3:30pm

Join us for an afternoon of art, wine, light refreshments, and the chance to meet the talented artists behind the stunning pieces! This is a free event open to the public, and we can't wait to see you there. 🥂

⏰ Gallery Hours:

Friday & Saturday: 12-6pm

Sunday: 10-4pm

📞 Contact Info: 860-355-6009

💻 Visit us online at: gallery25ct.com

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for updates and sneak peeks!

We look forward to celebrating art and creativity with you all! 🌟

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

Unclaimed Land is an exhibition of sumi paintings by Bob Keating of Southbury, Connecticut. Free and open to the public. The exhibition runs weekdays through March 28th, 8:30 am - 5 pm (closed weekends, closed Presidents Day.) In the event of significant snow, please check our website for closings. 

Bob Keating is a sculptor and painter whose work evokes personal placemaking and spaces accessible only by the imagination. Keating’s original sumi ink paintings will be on view in the gallery, and archival, limited edition prints will be available for purchase, printed by Still River Editions. 

Image: Village © Bob Keating

Yoga with Paul Jaehnig on Saturday mornings at 9:30am

*FREE*

The practice of yoga provides an opportunity for all to improve their physical and mental well-being. It is something you can do all your life or start at any time in your life. Our yoga practice at the JCC in Sherman will be a group meeting with warm-up exercises, a comfortable series of yoga postures or asanas, yoga breathing or pranayama, and relaxation /meditation. Following the completion of the practice, there will be some time to chit-chat and socialize.

9:45 AM Saturday, January 25, 2025 in the Meeting Room

Join us for an enriching journey into yoga, enhanced with the art of pranayama (breathwork) and meditation. Immerse yourself in a harmonious blend of gentle asanas and accessible breathing exercises designed to calm the mind and rejuvenate the body. Through intentional breath work, you'll cultivate deep awareness and presence. The class concludes with a soothing guided meditation, leaving you feeling relaxed and centered. Suitable for all levels, please bring a yoga mat or towel. Please register in advance as space is limited.

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

In the spirit of Redding’s most famous author and in support of the trend encouraging communities to eat and shop locally, the Mark Twain Library is hosting an event to encourage patrons to Read Local!

On Saturday, January 25 (Snow Date: Feb. 1st), during its busiest hours from 11 am to 2 pm, the Library will hold a Local Author Book Buzz — an opportunity to meet local authors, find out about their work, ask questions and get inspired!

Tables will be set up in the Library’s rotunda, where authors will display and sell their books. Live readings will take place during the Book Buzz and our MC will be Carolyn Prusa, a Redding resident and good friend of the Mark Twain Library, whose debut novel None of This Would Have Happened if Prince Were Alive was published by Simon & Schuster in 2022. Carolyn will introduce each author before the reading and give patrons a quick overview of each book.

It’s a new year and time for A New Start. Think about moving forward with a new outlook and new creative endeavors and show us something fresh and fun!

🎨 Full Spectrum Community Art Show 🌈

We're thrilled to announce Full Spectrum, an exciting open juried art show featuring incredible works by artists from across Connecticut and parts of New York! From stunning pastels and digital paintings to vibrant watercolors, fiber art, acrylic pours, and oil paintings, this exhibition celebrates the diversity and creativity of our artistic community.

🗓 Show Dates:

Friday, Jan 17 - Sunday, Feb 2

📍 Location: Gallery 25 & Creative Arts Studio, 11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT

🎉 Opening Reception:

Saturday, January 18 from 2-4pm

(With a snow date on January 19)

✨ Awards Announcement: 3:30pm

Join us for an afternoon of art, wine, light refreshments, and the chance to meet the talented artists behind the stunning pieces! This is a free event open to the public, and we can't wait to see you there. 🥂

⏰ Gallery Hours:

Friday & Saturday: 12-6pm

Sunday: 10-4pm

📞 Contact Info: 860-355-6009

💻 Visit us online at: gallery25ct.com

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for updates and sneak peeks!

We look forward to celebrating art and creativity with you all! 🌟

The library is hosting New Milford community agencies, such as the United Way, TheaterWorks, The Wheels Program, Housatonic Resources Recovery, Friends of New Milford Library, and more. These organizations will share their missions and information with the public. Come and learn about all the valuable resources New Milford has to offer and how you can help make our town a little better! 

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

Women, Wine, & Wheel

Saturday, January 25th, 6:30-9:30PM

What could be more fun than a bunch of friends laughing and learning the pottery wheel?

This is a two-day course (plus a day for glazing) you will throw one piece of pottery on the wheel, & trim the base during the second visit. Your third visit you can glaze your piece at your leisure once it's out of the kiln where you get to pick your colors and make it unique and special,. BYOB and a snack to share if you'd like. $129 Each. Preregistration is required.

Needs a minimum of 4 people to run this class.

Village Center for the Arts

12 Main Street, New Milford, CT

(860) 354-4318

https://www.villagecenterarts.org/things-to-do-calendar

The perfect holiday gift for yourself or a loved one!

Join us for an afternoon of wellness meant to help you and/or your loved ones relax and restore your mind, body, and spirit back to the best version of yourself!

Bing your own lunch or pay an additional $25 for our provided lunch!

Schedule:

10:00-10:45 Opening Connection Circle

10:45-11:00 Break

11:00-12:00 Restorative Yoga

12:00-1:00 Lunch

1:00-2:00 Mindful & Intuitive Collage

2:00-2:15 Break

2:15-3:15 Acupuncture & Sound Bath

3:15-3:30 Closing Connection Circle

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

🎨 Full Spectrum Community Art Show 🌈

We're thrilled to announce Full Spectrum, an exciting open juried art show featuring incredible works by artists from across Connecticut and parts of New York! From stunning pastels and digital paintings to vibrant watercolors, fiber art, acrylic pours, and oil paintings, this exhibition celebrates the diversity and creativity of our artistic community.

🗓 Show Dates:

Friday, Jan 17 - Sunday, Feb 2

📍 Location: Gallery 25 & Creative Arts Studio, 11 Railroad St., New Milford, CT

🎉 Opening Reception:

Saturday, January 18 from 2-4pm

(With a snow date on January 19)

✨ Awards Announcement: 3:30pm

Join us for an afternoon of art, wine, light refreshments, and the chance to meet the talented artists behind the stunning pieces! This is a free event open to the public, and we can't wait to see you there. 🥂

⏰ Gallery Hours:

Friday & Saturday: 12-6pm

Sunday: 10-4pm

📞 Contact Info: 860-355-6009

💻 Visit us online at: gallery25ct.com

Follow us on Facebook & Instagram for updates and sneak peeks!

We look forward to celebrating art and creativity with you all! 🌟

It’s a new year and time for A New Start. Think about moving forward with a new outlook and new creative endeavors and show us something fresh and fun!

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

The monthly acoustic song circle is for anyone who enjoys singing or playing an instrument. Everyone takes a turn and may invite others to sing and play along. No expertise is necessary. The circle is a great way for new musicians to play in a supportive, encouraging environment. Listeners, of course, are welcome.

Our next meetup will be on Sunday, January 26th from 2:00 to 4:00 at Shields Hall.

Questions may be directed to Marcia Simha at 203 240 0486.

Free

Jeanine Chayka of Inspired Vibrations is ready to take you on a journey of relaxation, rejuvenation, and soul nourishment. With a combination of guided meditation and sound vibrations, she activates your mind and body to unwind, letting go of pesky stressors and emotional baggage. It is time to let your inner Zen shine! Register and join her for a sound-tastic adventure.

Jeanine is a certified Practitioner of Sound and Vibrational Therapies, certified Practitioner in Reiki Energy 1 & 2 and Meditation guide. 

Full Session and Pop Up Classes Available

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

Mondays & Tuesdays at 1:30pm.

Please bring your own mat and any props you might need!

This 1 hour class is appropriate for all levels, beginner to advanced. Alternates, modifications and advancements are available for every pose offered in this class to keep it both enjoyable and beneficial for all!

This class is donation based or, “Pay What You Can.” Pay what you can is exactly what it sounds like, you can attend this class & contribute what you can; from paying nothing, to a dollar, to five dollars, to twenty-two dollars & anything in between.

YOU ARE WELCOME HERE!

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

Unclaimed Land is an exhibition of sumi paintings by Bob Keating of Southbury, Connecticut. Free and open to the public. The exhibition runs weekdays through March 28th, 8:30 am - 5 pm (closed weekends, closed Presidents Day.) In the event of significant snow, please check our website for closings. 

Bob Keating is a sculptor and painter whose work evokes personal placemaking and spaces accessible only by the imagination. Keating’s original sumi ink paintings will be on view in the gallery, and archival, limited edition prints will be available for purchase, printed by Still River Editions. 

Image: Village © Bob Keating

Frank Tosto creates local and NYC scenes using graphite and colored pencil. Don't miss this wonderful, innovative art show.

Jeanine Chayka of Inspired Vibrations is ready to take you on a journey of relaxation, rejuvenation, and soul nourishment. With a combination of guided meditation and sound vibrations, she activates your mind and body to unwind, letting go of pesky stressors and emotional baggage. It is time to let your inner Zen shine! Register and join her for a sound-tastic adventure.

Jeanine is a certified Practitioner of Sound and Vibrational Therapies, certified Practitioner in Reiki Energy 1 & 2 and Meditation guide. 

Full Session and Pop Up Classes Available

Gentle Mindfulness Yoga 

Let Dawn guide you through gentle yoga moves that are perfect for all levels. Learn breathing and relaxation techniques to take off the mat and out into the real world. Enjoy some stretching and leave class feeling calm and rejuvenated! 

Dawn will then lead you through a gentle, slow flow yoga planned carefully to help the body and mind release tension. Modifications are offered during all classes so that new students as well as seasoned yogis or yoginis can benefit from this nurturing practice.

Breathing techniques designed to alleviate stress both on and off the mat (in the real world, where let's face it most stress happens) will be taught and practiced.

Classes will incorporate the principles of mediation and mindfulness. The goal of this class is that you feel relaxed, rejuvenated and centered when you leave class. Additionally these skills can often help you to manage situational stress/anxiety/tension as it occurs once you step off your mat and head back into the real world.

No yoga or meditation experience necessary. Bring your own yoga mat and a small blanket or beach towel.

Requirements:

Comfortable clothing, your own yoga mat, yoga strap

Instructor:

Dawn Delpha

The annual photography show of the Shutterbugs Photography group will be on view from January 8 through February 9th in the Ridgefield Library Art Gallery.

The Shutterbug Photography group is a gathering of photography enthusiasts of all levels who use many different kinds of cameras. They meet at the Ridgefield Library on the second Saturday of the month to discuss their craft or take a field trip. All are welcome.

An Artists' Reception will be held at the Library on Sunday, January 12 from 2-4:00 pm. No registration required. Drop by - light refreshments will be provided!

Photo credit: Ralph Baskin

You’re writing a book (or thinking about it), but what happens next? Join us for an inside look into working with an agent and the beginning stages of the publishing process with Seth Fishman, Vice President and Literary Agent at The Gernert Company.

Mondays & Tuesdays at 1:30pm.

Please bring your own mat and any props you might need!

This 1 hour class is appropriate for all levels, beginner to advanced. Alternates, modifications and advancements are available for every pose offered in this class to keep it both enjoyable and beneficial for all!

This class is donation based or, “Pay What You Can.” Pay what you can is exactly what it sounds like, you can attend this class & contribute what you can; from paying nothing, to a dollar, to five dollars, to twenty-two dollars & anything in between.

YOU ARE WELCOME HERE!

Join us for the opening of Vibrance in Focus: Acrylics & Photography in Motion

Opening Reception

Sunday, Jan 19

2 – 4 PM

The Meetinghouse

Show runs from January 19 – February 23

Acrylics by Christy Bonaiuto

Photography by Carol Gibson

To learn more about the artitsts:

https://www.facebook.com/ChristyBPhotographyandFineArt

http://www.creativephotographybycarol.com/

Unclaimed Land is an exhibition of sumi paintings by Bob Keating of Southbury, Connecticut. Free and open to the public. The exhibition runs weekdays through March 28th, 8:30 am - 5 pm (closed weekends, closed Presidents Day.) In the event of significant snow, please check our website for closings. 

Bob Keating is a sculptor and painter whose work evokes personal placemaking and spaces accessible only by the imagination. Keating’s original sumi ink paintings will be on view in the gallery, and archival, limited edition prints will be available for purchase, printed by Still River Editions. 

Image: Village © Bob Keating